At LHSC โ University Hospital, London on Friday, December 6, 2019, of Lucan and formerly of Owen Sound, at the age of 75. Beloved husband of Jackie (Montague) Playford. Much loved dad of Matt and Erin Playford. Number one fan of his grandchildren, Bronwyn and Lachlan. Dear brother of Dale Moyse, Jerry, and Kevin. Predeceased… Continue Reading
Archives for December 2019
SMITH: Ruth Jessie (Varley)
SMITH: Peacefully, at Queensway Nursing Home, Hensall, on Monday, December 9, 2019, Ruth Jessie (Varley) Smith, formerly of Exeter and Crediton, age 97. Beloved wife of the late Eldon Orville Smith (1995). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Jim Green of Bayfield, Alma Griffith of London, Ron and Jane Green of Crediton, Carol Smith and partner… Continue Reading
WALKOM: Evelyn Marie (Albright) of London, formerly of Exeter
Peacefully at The Village of Glendale Crossing, London with family by her side, on Saturday, December 7, 2019, formerly of Exeter, at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Walkom (1978). Cherished mom of Kathryn Walkom and Chauncey Durkin of Toronto, and Carolyn Walkom and Robert Newhook of London. Proud and adored… Continue Reading
TURNBULL: Alma Jean
TURNBULL: Peacefully, at Markham Stouffville Hospital, Markham, on Sunday, December 8, 2019, Alma Jean Turnbull of Markham, age 86. Cherished daughter of the late Leslie Hugh and Ruth (Ross) Turnbull. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Ron and Eleanor Turnbull of RR 3, Owen Sound, Anna and Hubert Lucas of RR 3, Kirkfield and Irene Grove of… Continue Reading
VANDER WAL: Wade Alan of Exeter
It is with great sadness, on Tuesday, December 3, 2019, Wade was taken from us tragically at the age of 44. Cherished son of Diane (Dina) (Gerrits) Vander Wal of Exeter and the late John Vander Wal. Dear grandson of Melle and Grace Vander Wal of Holmesville. Loved brother of Mel Vander Wal and Marjolein… Continue Reading
BLACK: Shirley Marlene
Marlene passed peacefully with her family by her side in her 78th year at Maitland Manor. Beloved wife of Bill for 56 years. Loved mother of Darryl and Kristen and Stephanie and Matt Dalke. Proud grandmother of Skye and Katheline Black. Daughter of the late Warner and Florence Cousins. Sister of Mary (the late Doug… Continue Reading
ROBERTS: Glenn Wilbert of Lucan, formerly of London Township
Peacefully at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital on Thursday, December 5, 2019 of Lucan, formerly of London Township, in his 83rd year. Cherished Pops of Paul of Lucan, the late Richard(2013), Daryl of London, Stephen of Melbourne, Rhonda Roberts-Kerr and Mark Kerr of Kilworth. Loved grandpa of late Joseph(2015), Jacob, Rachel, Harrison, Dylan, Laura, and Caiden…. Continue Reading
THOMAS: William “Bill” Donald of Exeter, formerly of Grand Bend
Peacefully at South Huron Hospital, Exeter surrounded by his daughter Paula, son Scott, and grandson Kirk, on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 of Exeter, and formerly of Grand Bend at the age of 94. Beloved husband of the late Lee (Wilson) Thomas. Cherished father of Paula and the late Isidore (2014) LaPorte of Zurich, her family:… Continue Reading
FRIJTERS: Elsie (Jackman) of St. Joseph, formerly of London
At Jessicaโs House, Exeter on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 of St. Joseph and formerly of London at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Michael Fritjers (2018). Dear mother of Sidney Frijters of Goderich and Cheryl Prashker, Jeff Frijters, and Jim Fritjers all of London, Michelle and Steve Peckham of Madison, Alabama, and… Continue Reading
HOEGY: Greta, formerly of Winthrop
With the love of her family in her heart, Greta Myrtle (nรฉe Smith) Hoegy, passed away at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, December 4, 2019. In her 93 years among us Greta was a source of love and caring in the circle of her family and friends. She was a petite woman who lived life… Continue Reading
BORRMANN, Magda of Exeter, formerly of London
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Magda Borrmann in her 98th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Erwin Borrmann. Survived by son Peter (Jackie and family), and daughter Rita Shefsky (Stephen and granddaughter Samantha). Magda came to Canada from Germany in 1954 and worked hard to provide a comfortable home for… Continue Reading
LICHTY: Norman formerly of Grand Bend
Norman Lichty passed away peacefully at Chartwell Parkhill on Tuesday, December 3, 2019, formerly of Grand Bend at the age of 92. Loving husband of the late Kathleen (Berdux) Lichty. Beloved father of Patricia Heipel and her husband Keith of Grand Bend. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Allan and Shirley Lichty, Wilma Kelterborn, Emmeline and… Continue Reading
KRAUL: Gladys Beryl of Lucan, formerly of London
At LHSC – University Hospital, London on Tuesday, December 3, 2019, Gladys Beryl Kraul of Lucan and formerly of London at the age of 87, surrounded by family and friends, passed quietly from this life into the next. Dear wife of the late Keith Gordon Kraul (2009). Loving mother of Alan and Teresa Stepien, Linda… Continue Reading
FERGUSON: Ross Bruce of Exeter
April 12, 1937 โ December 2, 2019 After a courageous battle, Ross passed away peacefully; with his family at his side, on Monday, December 2, 2019 at the South Huron Hospital. Ross is survived by his wife of 60 years, Betty (Morningstar) and daughters Colleen of Sarnia, Christine of Exeter and Janet (Dave) of Grand… Continue Reading
GACKSTETTER: Caroline Mildred of Strathroy
Suddenly, at her residence on Monday, December 2, 2019 of Strathroy at the age of 73. Dear mother of Gerald Ducharme. Beloved sister of Earl and Sandi Gackstetter of Exeter. Predeceased by her parents Elmore and Esther Gackstetter and brothers Gerald and Lorne. Cremation with private family interment Exeter Cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Cancer… Continue Reading
MARTIN: Erle Harry of Grand Bend
Peacefully at LHSC-University Hospital, London, on Sunday, December 1, 2019 of Grand Bend at the age of 91. Loving husband of the late Anna (Steinke) Martin (2015). Beloved Father of Marcia Martin and Bill Seabrook of Grand Bend, Warren Martin of St. Marys, and Janine Martin of Grand Bend. Predeceased by his parents Emerson and… Continue Reading
FEAGAN: James Hugh
Peacefully at the Alexandra Marine & General Hospital, Goderich on Monday December 2, 2019 James Hugh Feagan in his 90th year. Beloved husband of Marilyn (Gardner) Feagan. Loving father of Sandy Mabon (Wayne Weber), Paul Feagan (Beth), Susan Bradley (Barry), Peter Feagan (Sheryl) and predeceased by his son Philip Feagan. Cherished grandfather of Sally (Geoff),… Continue Reading
CRECES: Alfons “Al” Jules
CRECES: Unexpectedly, but peacefully, while dreaming of his next woodworking project, at his residence, on Monday, December 2, 2019, Alfons โAlโ Jules Creces, of RR 2, Grand Bend, age 80. Beloved husband of Maria โMiaโ Agnes (Vandenameele) Creces. Loved father and father-in-law of Steven and Lisa Creces of London and the late Marc Creces (2003). … Continue Reading
SUTHERLAND: Brian of Woodham
Peacefully in Woodham, on Friday, November 29, 2019, at the age of 55. Dear son of the late Peter Hartley Sutherland (2008) and Sharon (Ed) Northrup of Grand Bend. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Peter Sutherland of Woodham, Mike (Jane) Sutherland of Angus, Jeff (Mary Ann) Sutherland of Hensall, and Mark (Margaret) Sutherland of Mt…. 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).