A Life Taken Too Soon: Remembering Ayden Peter Garner
The community is mourning the tragic and accidental passing of 19-year-old Ayden Peter Garner on August 17, 2023. Ayden was a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend, whose kind heart and infectious smile brought joy to all who knew him.
Ayden was born in Fonthill, Ontario and later moved with his family to Fenwick. He is survived by his heartbroken parents, Byron and Erika Garner, his brother Kyler, his grandparents Pete and Karen Veldhuizen and Hilma Zwaagstra, and his great grandparents Bill and Jenny Vanderveen. He also leaves behind his girlfriend Xiyler Loyer, as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins who loved him dearly. Ayden was predeceased by his grandfather Brian Garner and cousin Cassandra Post.
Remembering Ayden
Ayden lit up every room he walked into with his warm personality and great sense of humor. He had an easygoing and likeable nature that earned him many friends over the years. Ayden was a genuinely kind soul who found joy in the simple things in life.
His passion was fishing and spending time up north, taking in the beauty of God's creation. Ayden loved being outdoors - it was his happy place. He appreciated the little things and found peace in nature. His contagious smile never left his face when he was out enjoying fishing and the great outdoors.
In addition to his love of fishing, Ayden was an avid hockey fan who cheered for the Dallas Stars. He also enjoyed watching movies and was quite the movie buff.
Ayden's family takes comfort in the knowledge that he is now in heaven with the Lord Jesus Christ. They have faith that one day they will be reunited with Ayden once again.
Celebrating Ayden's Life
The community will come together to remember and celebrate 19 years of Ayden's life at memorial services later this week.
Visitation will take place on Friday, August 25, 2023 from 6:00-8:00 pm at Bethany Christian Reformed Church, 1040 Balfour Road, Fenwick, Ontario.
A service to honor Ayden's life will follow on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 11:00 am, also held at Bethany Christian Reformed Church.
Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation and memorial service as the community joins together in mourning the tragic passing of this beloved young man.
Ayden's Legacy
While it is difficult to make sense of such a devastating loss, Ayden's legacy will live on through the people whose lives he touched.
He will be remembered for his kind heart, infectious smile and passion for enjoying the simple things in life. Ayden truly lived life to the fullest with his laidback nature, great sense of humor and appreciation for friends, family and experiences.
The community will forever cherish their memories of Ayden's contagious spirit. His loved ones find solace in the fact that his soul lives on in heaven.
Ayden Peter Garner, forever 19, will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. His tragically short life serves as a reminder to embrace each moment we are given. Ayden will be deeply missed, but his memory will bring joy and comfort to those mourning this tremendous loss.
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