Wilson: James Gerald ‘Jim’
Passed away peacefully at Matthews House Hospice on Tuesday September 22, 2026. James Gerald ‘Jim’ Wilson at the age of 67 years, beloved partner of 35 years Michelle Hatch. Loving father of Jade (Ryan Clark), Cree, Shanelle and Kooper. Sadly missed by his granddaughter Scarlett.
Dearly missed by his brother David Wilson (Quynh) and sister Christine Wilson (Stephen Dol). Nieces and Nephews Jay (Jackie) Atia, Nicole (Alex), Thuha, Simon (Kim), Keanna, Savannah and Spencer. Son of Glenda (predeceased) and loving father Brian Hagerman. Jim will be missed by his friends Larry, Rich and Colin. Jim was a loved grandpa to cats Lucy and Jeff.
Jim lived his life creatively, spending many hours making crafts with his kids, building toys, doll houses or magnets while teaching them the importance of metal music like Ozzy Osbourne and Judas Priest that was often played at the highest volume tolerated. He spent plenty of time keeping up with sports and cheering for his favorite teams the Montreal Canadiens, Brazil’s soccer team and the Miami Dolphins. Growing up Jim kept himself busy with sports playing baseball, hockey and his prize winning capabilities as an arm wrestler. Later on he picked up golf which he shared with many family members and friends.
Jim went through a battle with cancer for the last 18 months and fought with positivity and strength, always having a good spirit when chemo started and making the best of the situation at hand. When things started progressing further he decided to have a ‘live celebration of life’ that had roughly 90 people listening to his favorite music and wearing their best jerseys in his backyard. A day he spoke about every day following. He will forever be cherished and missed by family and friends.
A celebration of his life will be held at The Muddy Water Tavern, 25 Main St., West, Beeton, Ontario on Sunday October 4th from 4-7pm with light refreshments offered. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Service
Celebration of Life
The Muddy Water Tavern
25 Main Street West, Beeton, Ontario L0G1A0
Sunday October 4, 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Janette Bob and Shawn Pelley says
Michelle and family, our sincere condolences on the passing of Jim.
May he RIP.
Deb and Len Isnor says
Our deepest condolences to you Michelle and your whole family. Jim will be missed. Our heart goes out to you all. Losing a spouse is like losing a part of yourself. Rest in peace Jim. Sending love and strength to you ❤️. Deb (nee Ross) and Len Isnor
Vernon Burnie says
Great friend ❤️
Gary Elkins says
Jim and I were goalie partners in Tottenham and good friends back in the day. He later moved to defence, but he never lost his goalie instincts-he was always trying to block shots, which certainly kept me guessing!
We also shared a love for the Montreal Canadians.
I have many great memories of Jim and those days together. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
RIP Jim. You will be missed.
Sheri Sallows says
Thinking of you, Michelle.
Sincere condolences to you & your family and to Jim’s family.
Tracy Andrews says
Michelle, our deepest condolences.
Tracy and Peter Andrews
Stacey Green says
Michelle and family we are so very sorry about Jim’s passing. He was such a nice man. Condolences from our family to yours. His spirit will live on in the beautiful family you both created ❤️
James 'Jim' King says
My condolences to all the wilson family! I grew up in Tottenham. Jim and I played hockey together. Jim was the goalie and I played right wing/right defense. Jim was always a rock in net! The best of times, back in the day.
RIP Jim
Brenda Chappell says
Michelle and Family
Please accept our condolences in the loss of Jim.
Neil and Brenda Chappell
John McKendrick says
Growing up in Tottenham I lived across the road (Queen Street) from Jim and his family. I knew a bit about Jim having played hockey against him when he lived in the Beeton area. My past experience was that Jim was indeed a serious athlete and I was delighted to have him move in across the street from me.
We spent many hours together playing hockey – both ice hockey and road hockey. Jim was a terrific goaltender and having him play for Tottenham when we played against Beeton was a great addition for us and helped even the outcomes. Later, Jim decided he would prefer to play as a forward rather than as the goaltender and he was good at those positions as well.
I was also a Montreal Canadiens fan and having Jim as a fellow fan was great company for me – especially those glory years when the Canadiens won many Stanley Cups over multiple years while the Leafs were left behind. We were smug fans and tried not to brag too much to the Leaf fans.
Jim was also a great soccer player having played for some serious teams before he moved to Tottenham. Most of the rest of us were not very good soccer players having never played seriously before but at least we had Jim who was able to keep the score respectable.
After I left Tottenham I lost touch with Jim but Jim never lost touch with me. Every once in a while I would get a phone call out of the blue and his first words to me were “Hey Winters” and so I knew it was him calling. Jim liked to call me Winters because I had the same first name as Johnny Winters who was one of his favourite heavy metal musicians and I was honoured that he had done so.
One thing I always remember about Jim is that even if I hadn’t talked to him in a long time, he made it easy to talk to him. It was as if we had just spoken the day before and we were picking up where we had left off. Jim was very loyal to his friends!
May you rest in sports heaven Jim!
Rich Burns says
Love you brother
Marc "Bud" de la Bastide says
Jim was always such a kind and friendly guy. We shared an intrest in music and the Habs. Sincere condolences to Michelle and the whole family.
Rhonda Frankland says
Sending my deepest condolences to Michelle, family and many friends. ️
Lindsay Girard says
My sincere condolences to Michelle and children…family and friends. You are now in God’s hands my friend. You are in my thoughts and prayers ❤️
Ingrid McNeill says
I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s inconceivable how unfair life can be., bur it was nice to see that a proper Celebration of Life took place with Jim there. God rest his soul.
JOANNE URBANSKI says
Sending my condolences . Thoughts are with you all!
Dave and Samantha Sheppard says
Michelle and family, we’re so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Evelyn Wadden says
Michelle and family my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time RIP Jim
Kim A Henshaw says
Wishing you peace and comfort as you navigate this difficult time. My thoughts are with you all. RIP Jim.
Kathy Halpern says
It’s with great sadness that we hear of Jim’s passing. Keep all your memories close to you heart it will help you through this time of grief. Hugs to you Michelle and your family.
Kathy and Leo Halpern
Deirdre FITZGERALD says
We are friends with Brian Hagermam from Royal Oak Estates and we both share our condolences with Brian and Jim’s family.
Sending love Deirdre & Bernie
Brent McIntyre says
Our condolences to all family and friends R.I.P Jim.
Randy McGary says
Jim will be missed by his family and friends. A great friend and sports fanatic, Jimmy was the best second baseman I ever played with!
Cheers!
Rick VanLoenen says
Condolences Jim and family , very fond memories of Jim during my years in Beeton. Rest easy Jimmy.
Bob & Pat Jackson says
Michelle and Family
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Rest in peace Jim.
Pat Jordan says
It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to Jim. Our deepest condolences and prayers to him and his family
Jan & Dick McCarthy says
Thinking of you and your family, Michelle.
Michelle Sander says
My condolences to you, Michelle and your family Jade, Cree, Shanelle & Kooper❤️
Sue Aspro says
My condolences to Michelle and family ❤️
Mary Ann Reynolds says
My deepest condolences to everyone, getting to know Jim working with him at the muddy was fantastic I learned so much about the kitchen from him, he made work enjoyable, Jim youhave wings of gold now to watch over your family keeping them safe, i will miss our battles over the world cup and I will cheer for both our teams rest in peace buddy I will always cherish your children