Peacefully at his late residence, in Exeter on Friday, December 30, 2016, formerly of Lucan, in his 88th year. Dear husband of the late Ann Jones (2013) and the late Joan Hodgins (1974). Dear father of Janet and Shawn OโBrien of Lucan, and Carol and Pete Dimmers of Ingersoll. Dear Grandfather of Jaclyn and Jocelyn;… Continue Reading
Archives for December 2016
WRIGHT: Donald (Don) James of Kirkton
At LHSC โ University Hospital, London on Wednesday, December 28, 2016, of Kirkton in his 62nd year. Beloved son of the late Harvey and Evelyn Wright. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Norlene and Ed Rodd of RR 1 St. Pauls. Dear uncle of Neanna and Josh Catt of London. Also missed by Raiden, Celeste, and Jordan. … Continue Reading
Jim Shea
Jim Shea passed away peacefuIIy at CIinton PubIic HospitaI on Friday, December 30, 2016. Born in McKiIIop Township, on March 22, 1943, James Gerard Shea of RR#1 DubIin, was in his 74th year. Jim farmed aII his Iife in the DubIin area. Ioving brother of Mary Regier (Karl) of Zurich, Veronica Price (CharIie) of Stratford,… Continue Reading
THOMSON: Clarence of St. Marys, and formerly of Woodham
At St. Marys Memorial Hospital, St. Marys on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 of St. Marys and formerly of Woodham in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Isabel (Armstrong) Thomson (2015). Dear father and grandfather of Janice Thomson of Stratford; Earl and Laura Thomson of Usborne Township; Vernon and Melanie Thomson of Blanshard Township, and… Continue Reading
VANDENBYGAART: Wm. “Casey” Cornelius
VandenBygaart, William โCaseyโ: Peacefully, on Wednesday, December 28, 2016, at Country Terrace Nursing Home, Komoka, William โCaseyโ VandenBygaart in his 88th year. Dearly loved husband of Anne (nee deJong) for 60 years. Cherished father of Harriet (Bill Potters), Ellen (Ron Lakusiak), Bill (Jacqui), Trish (Dave Petersen), Bob (Anita) and Bert (Liz). Adored Opa of Lindsay… Continue Reading
PEEBLES: Doris Alvina (Stockdale)
PEEBLES: Peacefully, into the arms of her Lord and Saviour, at Welland County Hospital, Welland on Wednesday, December 28, 2016, Doris Alvina (Stockdale) Peebles, formerly of the Exeter area, age 92. Beloved wife of the late Rev. Wm. Robert โBobโ Peebles (2010). Loved mother of Kenneth (Amandah) Peebles of Airdrie, Alberta, Paul (Dawn) Peebles of… Continue Reading
STACKHOUSE: Onah (Williams) of Seaforth and formerly of Exeter
At Woodstock General Hospital on Monday, December 26, 2016 of Seaforth and formerly of Exeter in her 89th year. Dear mother and mother-in-law of Kevin Pfaff of Centralia, Laurie and Fred Ranter, and Pat De Jongh all of Woodstock, and Mark and Paula Stackhouse of Seaforth. Dear grandmother of Dean and Michelle, Shane and Cheryl,… Continue Reading
McKNIGHT: Joanne (Martine) of Exeter
At the Exeter Villa on Monday, December 26, 2016 of Exeter in her 71st year. Beloved wife of Dean McKnight. Dear mother of Deannae and Daryll Glavin of Exeter, and Rob McKnight and Amanda of St. Marys. Dear grandmother of Jenna, Hayley, Bryce, Reese, Emily, and Jayden. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Sharon and Ron Hval… Continue Reading
MOORE: T. David of Grand Bend and formerly of Exeter
It is with heavy hearts, but filled with so many wonderful memories, we announce that Dave passed away peacefully with Susan, Michelle and Jon by his side. At L.H.S.C-Victoria Hospital, on Sunday, December 25, 2016 Dave of Grand Bend and formerly of Exeter in his 68th year lost his courageous 6 year battle with lung… Continue Reading
CeciIia Ryan
CeciIia passed away peacefuIIy with her Ioving famiIy by her side at Seaforth Manor Nursing Home on Christmas morning, December 25th, 2016. Born March 13, 1926, CeciIia Agnes (nee Eckert) Ryan, in her 91st year. BeIoved wife of the Iate CIarence Ryan for 42 years who predeceased CeciIia in 1989. Ioving mother of Margaret Ryan-MacRae,… Continue Reading
JONES: James Edward (Ted) of Exeter
It is with heavy hearts and loving memories that we announce that Ted Jones passed away peacefully at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Tuesday, December 20, 2016. Ted was the beloved husband of Donna (Hayter) Jones for over 68 years. Loving father of Randy and Susann Jones of Exeter. Ted will be… Continue Reading
PENHALE: Brion “Smi” of RR 1 Woodham
Passed away suddenly but peacefully on December 17, 2016, one day before his 59th birthday, wearing his J. Austin Hunting Club jersey. Beloved husband of 27 years, soul mate and adventure partner to Sherry (Gilfillan). Cherished Dad to his pride and joy Austin. Son of Kathryn “Kay” Penhale and the late Emerson Penhale. “Favourite” son-in-law of Bill… Continue Reading
HODGINS: Jean Ann (Kopal) of Ilderton
At L.H.S.C. Victoria Hospital, London on Monday, December 19, 2016, of Ilderton, in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of Terrence (Terry) Hodgins. Dear mother of Rod Hodgins of Toronto, Chris Hodgins and Rob, and Tracey Hodgins all of London. Dear sister-in-law of Don Corman of Grand Bend. Predeceased by brothers Paul (Jennie) and John Kopal, sisters Mary… Continue Reading
FLEET, Leonard Manchester C.D., of Exeter
July 27, 1941 to December 17, 2016. Deeply loved and cherished husband of Barb (McNeil). Loving and devoted father of Josh and Lisa, and Emily and Steve. Proud grandpa of Isabelle, Lily and Elliot Fleet; and Nora Henry and Felix Holloway. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dearly loved… Continue Reading
GLANVILLE: Donna Marie (Cotton) of Crediton
At L.H.S.C. University Hospital, London on Friday, December 16, 2016 of Crediton, in her 74th year. Beloved wife of Wayne Glanville. Dear mother of Rob and Arlene Bryson of Dashwood, and Dave and Shelley Bryson of Exeter. Dear step-mother of Eugene Glanville and Vickie of London, Christina Simpson and Jamie of Shipka, Dwayne and Sandy Glanville… Continue Reading
MASON: Joy (Desjardine) formerly of Dashwood
At Queensway Nursing Home, Hensall on Thursday, December 15, 2016 formerly of Dashwood, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Gerald D. Mason (2003). Dear mother of Larry and Gail Mason of Zurich, Ron and Sofie Mason of Centralia, Bonnie and Jordy Speake of Grand Bend, John and Natalie Mason of Dashwood, Judy Mason… Continue Reading
BRAGG: Rebecca “Becky” Mary
BRAGG: On Friday, December 16, 2016, Rebecca โBeckyโ Mary Bragg of Grand Bend, age 66. Dear sister and sister-in-law of John and Debra Bragg of Avon Park, FL, Jo-Anne and Larry McGee of Bradford and Suzanne Bragg of Los Angeles, CA. Remembered by her step-mother Grace Bragg of Grand Bend, nieces, nephews and their families…. Continue Reading
BURKE: Margaret Mary (Molly) (nรฉe Barker) of Goderich and formerly of Exeter
March 14 1928 (Toronto ON) โ December 15 2016 (Clinton ON). Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep, If I should die before I wake, I pray the Lord my soul to take. Our sweet mum slipped into the wide-open gates of heaven in the early hours… Continue Reading
RYAN: James (Jim) Michael formerly of Lucan
Peacefully, with sadness, his family announces his passing at Chartwell Long Term Care Residence, London on Monday, December 12, 2016, formerly of Lucan, in his 88th year. Beloved husband of the late Margaret (Boland) Ryan (2009). Dear father of Patrick Ryan, and Colleen and Mike Williams all of London, Marianne Ryan of Edmonton, and Dianne Ryan… Continue Reading
HALL: Dr. Lloyd C. of Lucan
Peacefully at LHSC โ University Hospital on Sunday, December 11, 2016 in his 97th year. Born to parents Robert (1958) and Jean (1985). Beloved husband of the late Gladys nee Warner (2000) for 55 yrs. Dear father of Wayne (Pam) of Lucan. Survived by brother Emerson (June Davidson) and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers… Continue Reading
MARONI: Ann of Lucan and formerly of Gananoque
Peacefully with her family by her side after a courageous battle on December 9, 2016 of Lucan and formerly of Gananoque in her 76th year. Loving mother of Angela Jennings of Gananoque, Toni-Lee and Dave Quinn of Surrey, B.C., Tracy and Stephen Golas of Lucan, Scott and Lynnette Maroni of Niverville, M.B., and Stefan Maroni… Continue Reading
THOMAS: Margaret Evon (Clarke)
THOMAS: Suddenly, at London Health Sciences Centre, University Hospital, on Wednesday, December 7, 2016, Margaret Evon (Clarke) Thomas of Chelsea Park Retirement Home, London formerly of Exeter and West Hill, one month shy of her 96th birthday. Beloved wife of the late Charles โBruceโ Thomas (2001). She will be missed by her nieces, nephews and… Continue Reading
BRANDERHORST: John of Hensall
The Lord took to Himself, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Monday, December 5, 2016 of Hensall in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Peta (Verburg) Branderhorst. Dear father of Annette and Derick Vander Klippe of Cambridge, and John and Brenda Branderhorst, and Joanne and Derek Robinson all of Hensall, Dear grandfather of Peter and… Continue Reading
SAWATZKY: Kinsley
Peacefully at her home in Kitchener on Monday, December 5th, 2016 in her 15th month. Dear daughter of Amanda Sawatzky and her friend Cody Bechely of Exeter. Beloved granddaughter of Cyndie Hohner of Exeter and Kevin Sawatzky of London. Remembered by her aunts Amber Hohner and Nikki Sawatzky and 5 cousins. Kinsley will be lovingly… Continue Reading
EVANS: Claude Victor
EVANS: Suddenly, but peacefully, at his residence, on Tuesday, December 6, 2016, Claude Victor Evans, of Dashwood, formerly of Hensall and Cambridge, age 58. Loved father of Michelle Evans, Jordan Evans and companion Stephen Robinson. Cherished grandpa of Johnathan, Melody and Lilly. Fondly remembered by his dear friend Tracey Lynn Clemmer and best friend Paul… Continue Reading



We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).