Peacefully at Craigwiel Gardens, Ailsa Craig on Friday, April 30, 2021 of Lucan, formerly of West Bay, Newfoundland, at the age of 78. Cherished father of Scott and Katy Young, Jeff and Krista Young, and Jennifer and Mike Campbell. Proud papa of Tate; Maddison, Evelyn, and Theodore; Jack, and Clara. Donald will be missed by… Continue Reading
Archives for April 2021
FINLAYSON: Andrea Lynn of Guelph, formerly of Seaforth
It is with heavy hearts, we share Andrea Lynn Finlayson passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, April 28, 2021. Born on March 18, 1988, Andreaโs life was much too short, after a strong and courageous 5 year battle with cancer. Cherished daughter of Jim and Marian (Duffy) Finlayson… Continue Reading
ROOSEBOOM: Martha (Wijbrands) of Exeter
It is with great sadness we say goodbye to the Matriarch of our family, Martha Rooseboom, who passed away peacefully at South Huron Hospital on April 29, 2021 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Hein Rooseboom (1970). Predeceased by her daughter Minnie Deitz (2010) and son-in-law Gary Deitz (1996). Proud mother… Continue Reading
MILLION: Marvin “Buck”
With broken hearts we announce the passing of our Dad, Buck. His suffering has now ended. Beloved husband of the late Beverley Million. He will be sadly missed by children Cris and Brian, Tammy and Bill, Jason and Heather. Proud Papa to Becca and Stefan, Blake and Chelsey, Derick and Samantha, Jaden and Austin, Jackson,… Continue Reading
GLANVILLE: Les of Seaforth
Les passed away peacefully at his home on April 26, 2021 with his loving family by his side. Beloved husband of Dolores Beuerman, and cherished Father of Doris (Lyle) Hood of Seaforth, Veronica (Steve) Stevenson of Bayfield, and the late John Leslie Glanville (1981). Beloved Grumpa of William (Sarah), Wyatt (Kayla) and Leah. Predeceased by… Continue Reading
GAYNOR: Gerald Anthony
GERALD ANTHONY (GERRY) GAYNORAugust 8, 1961 to April 29, 2021With shattered hearts, we announce, on April 29th, 2021, with his โgirlsโ, as he affectionately called us, at his side, at home, Gerald Anthony (Gerry) Gaynor, of Goderich, at the age of 59 years, who lost his courageous, 13-year battle with multiple brain tumours. Survived by… Continue Reading
ALEXANDER: L. Lorraine (Livingston) of Exeter
Lorraine passed away peacefully at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Bev Alexander (2001). Proud mother of Nancy Alexander of Toronto, Janice and Wayne Andrews of Clinton, Craig and Andrea Alexander of Hensall. โWorldโs Greatest Grandmaโ to Lynzi and Ben of Seaforth, Shayne… Continue Reading
STOREY: Rosemary Nadine (Johnson) of Lucan and formerly of Nestor Falls
After a two-year battle with cancer, at LHSC Victoria Hospital, London on Monday, April 26, 2021 at the age of 53. โNayโ to all of her friends and family, leaves behind her husband Mark of 21 years, and her furry friends. She will be sadly missed by her brother Doug and his wife Jenny, their… Continue Reading
PYKE: Christine Agnes
Passed away peacefully on Monday April 26, 2021at the Alexandra Marine General Hospital, Goderich in her 91st year. Survived by her loving husband Clifford of 70 years. Beloved mother of Christine (Jim) Pyke Charlebois, Claire, Paul (Shelley) and Janice (Jim) Pyke Symes. Cherished Grandmother of Angela (Ty), Sarah (Dennis), Jen, Jesse (Jackie), Derrick (Sherry) and… Continue Reading
KRUSE: Laurie Dean of Egmondville
Passed peacefully at the Huron Hospice with his family by his side on April 24, 2021 at the age of 68. Cherished brother of George (Kim) of Bayfield, Paul (Cheryl) of Bayfield, Tim (Jill) of Stratford, and Heather McMichael (Brian) of Stratford. Brother-in-law of Sheila Moore of Wingham, and Janice Woods of Calgary. Loved uncle… Continue Reading
BRITNELL: James
James Wilfred Britnell, born April 14th, 1928 passed away April 25th, 2021 at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital. Jim was predeceased by his wife Mary Beth April 24, 2020 and daughter-in-law Mary Ann (2018).Jim was a graduate of the civil engineering program at U of T and was Huron County engineer for many years. He… Continue Reading
GRIDZAK: Derek Alan of Seaforth
Suddenly, after a short battle with cancer, Derek passed away at the Seaforth Hospital on April 22, 2021 at the age of 45. Beloved son of Linda Gridzak-Watson and stepson of the late David Watson. Beloved stepbrother of Jeff Watson (Connie) of Seaforth, Steve Watson of Seaforth, Andy Watson (Robin) of St. Maryโs, and Angeline… Continue Reading
GRIFFITH: Alandrea (Skinner) of London and formerly of Exeter
With her parents by her side at LHSC- Victoria Hospital on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 of London and formerly of Exeter at the age of 27. Loving mother of Lailah and Trulen Griffith of Exeter. Chosen daughter of Gary and Cathy Skinner of Exeter. Little munchkin of Craig and Melissa Skinner of Seaforth, Scott and… Continue Reading
HODGINS: Ivan E. of Perth
Ivan passed away in hospital in Perth, due to complications relating to A.L.S. on Friday, February 5, 2021. He will be sadly missed by his partner Lucie Parisien, son Grant Hodgins (Heather), daughters Maureen Hodgins and Laura Lankin, grandchildren Matthew, Samuel, Andrew and Anna Lankin and Joelle, Benjamin and Wyatt Hodgins, brother Howard, nephew Christopher and niece… Continue Reading
BROOKS: Donald Franklin of Port Franks formerly of London
Peacefully at Jessicaโs House on Monday, April 19, 2021 at the age of 74. Loving husband of Carol Brooks. Cherished father of Carey Brooks and Tamsyn Green of London and grandfather of Keegan and Nolan Brooks. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Douglas Brooks, Marg and Wayne Robichaud, and Jan Brooks. Fondly remembered by his nieces… Continue Reading
MORGAN: Lois (Kelly) of Exeter, formerly of RR 2 Ailsa Craig
Peacefully on Thursday, April 15, 2021 of Exeter and formerly of RR 2 Ailsa Craig in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Joe Morgan (1996). Proud mother of Judy and Don Squire, Bonnie and Greg Sadler, and Kevin and Brenda Morgan. Cherished grandma of Jay and Mindy Squire, Joel and Emily Squire, Katelyn… Continue Reading
NOSEWORTHY: Lillian Leamon (Organ) of Exeter formerly Burnt Islands, Newfoundland
Passed peacefully with her family by her side at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on April 14, 2021 at the age of 87. Beloved wife of Ed for 67 years. Cherished mother of Liz and Larry Taylor, Barb and Ron Lobb, Gerri and Don Boettcher, Chuck Noseworthy, and Donna and Marc Goguen. Adored grandmother of… Continue Reading
SMITS: Francina “Sien” Hendrica (Martens)
SMITS: Peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, at the South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Thursday, April 15, 2021, Francina โSienโ Hendrica (Martens) Smits of Grand Bend, age 92. Beloved wife of 67 years to the late Thomas โTomโ Henricus Smits (Nov. 22, 2020). Loving mother and mother-in-law of John and Rita Smits of… Continue Reading
ROESCH: Henry Herbert
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Henry (Hank) Roesch of Goderich, Ontario on April 15, 2021. Born in Toronto, Ontario on May 7, 1951 and raised in the Port Dover area, Henry is survived by his long-time partner Brenda Powell, children Ellycia, Jackie, and Laura Lee, and step-children Catherine and… Continue Reading
ESTEY: Richard of Exeter and formerly of Zurich
Peacefully at the South Huron Hospital on Sunday, April 11, 2021 of Exeter and formerly of Zurich at the age of 72. Cherished friend of Andre and Peggy Ducharme of Exeter. Chosen uncle of Amanda and Colin Sitzes of Sarnia, Chauntelle Ducharme and Aaron Cheyne of Owen Sound, Ashley and Tyler Miller of Exeter and… Continue Reading
VANDENBOOMEN: Arnold “Coby” Martinus (Vlemmix)
VandenBoomen: After 90 years, Arnold โNoudโ Martinus Vanden Boomen, of Stratford, formerly of the Netherlands, Grand Bend and Zurich, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2021. Arnoldโs greatest joy was his loving family. Devoted husband for 63 years of Jacoba โCobyโ Antonia (Vlemmix) VandenBoomen. The Greatest Dad to Trudy (Andy) Groenestege, Tony (Sally) VandenBoomen, Mary… Continue Reading
STRAUGHAN: Donald
With saddened hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Donald Ivan Straughan in his 88th year, at the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich, on Monday April 12th 2021. Don was born and raised in the town of Goderich and spent many years working on the rails of the Canadian National Railroad, as well as… Continue Reading
PETRIE: Nancy Helen Mary
PETRIE: Peacefully, with her wife by her side, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Saturday, April 10, 2021, Nancy Helen Mary Petrie of Grand Bend, age 72. Beloved wife of Susan Marjorie Macdonald. Dear sister-in-law of Lynn Macdonald of Chatham and Elaine Daye of Toronto. Remembered by her nieces and nephew Jennifer Macdonald, Chelsea Sitter… Continue Reading
SANGSTER-PLUNKETT: Marion (McLeod) of Exeter
Passed peacefully at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on April 9, 2021 at the age of 87. Loving mother of Linda and Jerry Traquair, Bonnie and Larry Gould, Kathy and Jim Stephenson, and Jeff and Marlene Sangster. Adored GP to Ange, Scott (Shelly), Lori (Jimmy), Janet (Doug), Erin (Jamie), Craig, Ann (Mike), Mike (Kim), Ashley,… Continue Reading
FORDE: Scott of Seaforth
Following an uphill battle, Scott passed away unexpectedly, on Friday, April 2, 2021 at the age of 28. He will be gratefully missed by his daughter Charolette and her sisters Keyda, and Harley. Cherished son of Sheri and Marvin Taylor and Jeff Forde and his partner Rose. Loving grandson of Lee and Darrell Grainger and… 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).