HIPKINS: Peacefully at her residence, on Sunday, February 28, 2021, Arlene Helen (Maxwell) Hipkins of Grand Cove Estates, Grand Bend, age 80. Beloved wife of the late Henry โSkipโ Ronald Hipkins (2013). Dear sister of Mary Collins of Shelburne, Lynda Askins of Erin. Arlene will be missed by her nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased… Continue Reading
Archives for February 2021
BRENNAN: William Joseph
BRENNAN โ William (Bill), age 86 of Clinton (formerly Grand Bend & Crediton), passed away peacefully with family by his side at Huronview Home For The Aged on Saturday, February 27, 2021. Predeceased by the love of his life May (2018) and son Gerard (2010). Da to Maggie Brennan-Turner & Stewart Turner, Liam & Colleen… Continue Reading
KELLY: Fergus โFergโ of Seaforth
โMay God hold you in the palm of his handโ. Fergus Francis Kelly passed peacefully at home with his family by his side on February 25, 2021 at the age of 81. Dearly beloved husband of 58 years of Anne (Maloney) Kelly. Beloved father of Mike and Ann Kelly of Brightโs Grove, Anne Marie and… Continue Reading
LEHMAN: Grace Margaret (Perrin) of Exeter and formerly of Bayfield
Grace Margaret (Perrin) Lehman died peacefully in her sleep on February 24, 2021 at the South Huron Hospital, Exeter. She was born February 2, 1928 in Galt, ON, the third child of Mabel and Edwin Perrin. She lived many years in Galt, marrying Leonard (Len) Andrew Fowler in 1946. They had 4 children. In midlife,… Continue Reading
BROWN: Wesley James of Clinton formerly of London
Passed suddenly at Clinton Public Hospital on February 23, 2021 at the age of 64. Beloved husband of Holly Kinchlea-Brown for 38 years. Cherished father of Kathleen and Lee Webster, Sagan Brown and Joshua Jenkin all of London. Adored grandfather of Harley Webster, Cameron Sharpe, and future Baby Jenkin. Son and son-in-law of Suzanne (Merriam)… Continue Reading
TAYLOR: Ruth
Taylor, Ruth Adeline (Maschke) formerly of Benmiller, shortly after her 87th Birthday, passed away peacefully on Wednesday February 24th, 2021, Goderich. She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence (2000).Dear mother of: Kathy Campeau, Thorndale; Karen Fooks, Port Albert; Judy (John) Sinclair, Central Huron; Rodger (Tina) Taylor, Sutton West. Grandmother of 8: Laura (Greg Murray) &… Continue Reading
LEIBOLD: Nicholas “Nick” Mark James
LEIBOLD: Suddenly, at London Health Sciences Centre – Victoria Hospital, London, on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, Nicholas โNickโ Mark James Leibold of London, age 24. Loved son of Darryl Hawkins of London and the late Jeanette Ruth (Leibold) Tye (2005). Loving brother of Alexander Leibold (fiancรฉe Chelsey) and Dayna Tye (Steven). Sadly missed by his… Continue Reading
RAU: Carolyn (Bedour) of RR 2 Zurich
Peacefully at home with her family by her side on Friday, February 19, 2021 of RR 2 Zurich, at the age of 62. Cherished wife and best friend of Joe Rau for over 43 years. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Susan Wildfong and Pat Flanagan of Zurich, Stephen and Laura Bedour of Lambeth, Dan Bedour… Continue Reading
GLANVILLE: Cecil Edward of Exeter
Quietly passed away at Jessicaโs House, Exeter on Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at the age of 83. Beloved husband of the late Betty (Roeszler) Glanville (2013). Cherished stepfather of Dave and Roxane Bell of Exeter, and Dan Bell of London. Proud grandfather of the late Brooke Bell (2019), Shay Bell-Kirkham, Summer Bell, and Matthew Bell…. Continue Reading
LAPORTE: Daniel Anthony Francis of St. Joseph
Peacefully at LHSC- University Hospital on Monday February 15, 202, of St. Joseph, at the age of 61. Cherished and loving husband of Tracy LaPorte. Proud son of Tony LaPorte and his wife Cathy of St. Joseph. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Lindsay LaPorte and Harold Rule. Missed by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Predeceased… Continue Reading
MC ANDREW: Joyce
Joyce passed away peacefully on Tuesday February 16, 2021 at the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich at the age of 86. Lovingly remembered by her husband and best friend Pat. Joyce will be remembered by her nieces and nephews and her sister Joy. A private family graveside service will be held in the spring,… Continue Reading
TADGELL: Gordon “Gord” Maurice
TADGELL: Peacefully, at Watford Quality Care, Watford, on Monday, February 15, 2021, Gordon โGordโ Maurice Tadgell, of Strathroy, formerly of Grand Bend, age 92. Beloved husband of Ria R. (Van Vooren) Tadgell and the late Emilia (LaPrise) Tadgell (1969). Loved father and father-in-law of Tim (Esther), Brenda (Brad) Bass, Stephen (Pam), Michael (Angie), Eric (Carol)… Continue Reading
MATHERS: Jerry Wilfred of Exeter
Passed suddenly due to a stroke at Stratford General Hospital on February 13, 2021 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Phyllis (Merkley) Mathers for 60 years. Cherished father of Debbie and Kevin Paff, Cindy Wushke and Richard Neevel, and Randy Mathers. Adored โGrampsโ of Amanda Paff and Brad Kremer, Christine and Nate Spivey;… Continue Reading
LOURENCO: Maria De Silva
Maria de Lourdes (Maria) passed peacefully February 14th 2021 just shy of her 86th birthday, at Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home in Lucknow. Born to Francisco and Maria da Conceicao Lourenco Homen, April 22nd 1935 on the island of Terceira, Portugal. One of five children. Predeceased by her older brother Francisco, her older sister Maria Zinha… Continue Reading
VERMUNT: Jean Dimphina (Gommers)
VERMUNT: Passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Saturday, February 13, 2021 Jean Dimphina (Gommers) Vermunt, of Parkhill, age 89. Our Mom/Oma began her peaceful journey to be reunited with her husband John Vermunt (1991) and many family and friends that have predeceased her. Survived by her 3 daughters Anna, Mary,… Continue Reading
MCMILLAN: Donald
It is with great sadness but also great joy for the long and wonderful life he lived that the family of Donald James McMillan announce his passing on February 11th at the age of 95. Don was born on December 18, 1925 in Goderich Ontario and was the only child of Robert and Lucy (nee… Continue Reading
TOORNSTRA: Peter of Exeter, formerly of Hensall
Peacefully at Jessicaโs House, surrounded by his family on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 of Exeter, formerly of Hensall at the age of 91. Beloved husband of the late Helena (Talma) Toornstra (2015). Cherished father of Elsie and Gerald Willis of Hensall, Clarence and Betty Toornstra, and Sam and Shelly Toornstra all of Exeter. Proud grandpa… Continue Reading
STEBBINS: Elaine (Kennedy) of Hensall
Peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer Elaine passed at Jessicaโs House, Exeter with her family by her side on February 9, 2021 at the age of 76. Survived by her loving husband Don Stebbins for 54 years. Cherished mother of Bill Stebbins, and Diane Stebbins. Beloved sister and sister-in-law of Jean Amos, Shirley and… Continue Reading
CRAIG: Graeme Charles of RR 1 Walton
It is with great sadness we announce the sudden loss of Graeme Charles Craig on Feb 8, 2021 in his 74th year. Survived by his loving wife, Helen (Elliott) Craig of 49 years. Proud father of Michael Craig of RR 1 Walton, and Shannon Craig and Dave Soontiens of Mitchell. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Sherrill… Continue Reading
McMILLAN: Betty of London, formerly of Denfield
This is my Mom and today Iโm going to tell you something about her. How do you find the words to describe a person who loved with everything in her? Her life was full and she was always busy, but never too busy for her grandkids. She said to me once โyou always love your… Continue Reading
STURT-SMITH: Arnold Edmund Danniel
STURT-SMITH: Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Tuesday, February 9, 2021, Arnold Edmund Danniel Sturt-Smith of Grand Bend, formerly of Bracebridge, age 91. Beloved husband of Petronella โNellyโ Wilhelmina (Jansen) Jones. Loved step-father of Patricia Stewart and Mark Keen of Neustadt, David Jones of Stayner, Diane and Mario Santoli of Bolton, Wendy and Peter… Continue Reading
CLARK: Margaret Helen โPegโ (Woods) of Exeter, formerly of Markham
Peacefully at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on Saturday, February 6, 2021, of Exeter, formerly of Markham, at the age of 95. Beloved wife of the late Erwin โTimโ Clark (2011). Cherished mother of Jim and Donna Clark of Kincardine. Proud grandma of Ken Clark and Karen Chisholme, Lindsay and Todd Cowan, MaryAnn Bowman and… Continue Reading
Elsie Mae Trevithick
Elsie Mae was born into the arms of an angel on February 5, 2021. Deeply loved by her parents, Scott Trevithick and Ellen McGrath. She will be remembered by her grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and family friends. Offer Condolence for the family of Elsie Mae Trevithick Print Obituary & Condolences
FUGGLE: Gwendoline “Gwen” (Thompson)
FUGGLE: Peacefully, her residence on Sunday, February 7, 2021, Gwendoline โGwenโ (Thompson) Fuggle, of London, formerly of Waterloo and Grand Bend, age 81. Beloved wife of David George Fuggle for 61 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Ian and Linda Fuggle of Belleville, Andrew and Dianne Fuggle of Brampton and Kathryn Carney of Mount Forest. … Continue Reading
NOYES: Shirley Marie (McRann)
Unexpectedly at LHSC โ University Hospital on Saturday, February 6, 2021 of Lucan, at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late George Noyes (2009). Cherished mother of the late George Michael (1971), Brian and Marianne Noyes of Lucan, Sheryl and Todd Gray of Port Sydney, and Lori and Andrew Stevenson of Midhurst. Proud… 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).