MARTENS: Peacefully, surrounded by family, on Friday, December 30, 2022, Anne Maria (Kester) Martens of Exeter, formerly of Carleton Place and Crediton, age 83. Beloved wife of the late Arnold Gerardus Martens (2013). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Harriet and Rick Soudant of Carleton Place, Joe and Marilyn Martens of Pittsburgh, Mary โFrunceโ and Dave… Continue Reading
Archives for December 2022
FARNSWORTH: Melvin
Passed peacefully in his 92nd year at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital on Dec. 29th. Beloved husband of wife Beth Abraham Farnsworth, and father of sons Carl (Wilma), Joe, Pete (Patty), loving grandfather of Laura, Bryan, Mike (Mariah), Chris, and is survived by many nephews and nieces. Predeceased by father William Farnsworth and mother Myrtle… Continue Reading
MILLER: Betty Jacquelene
Betty passed on Thursday, December 29th, 2022, at home in Nile, surrounded by the love of her family after an incredibly brave battle with ALS.Betty will be missed by her husband of 61 years; Avard (Eric). Her children; Jack (Susan), Kimberly (Perry), daughter-in-law; Cathy, grandchildren; Nathaniel (Katie), Justin (Krista), Melissa (Mike), Rachel, Sarah, and Genevieve…. Continue Reading
MILLS: Christopher James of London
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Chris Mills. Suddenly at Victoria Hospital, London on December 26, 2022 of London at the age of 42. Loving son of Bruce Mills and his wife Sara and the late Linda Coughtrey. Cherished twin brother of Paul, brother of Tara and her daughter Penelope;… Continue Reading
CUNNINGTON: Katharine “Kay” (Miller)
CUNNINGTON: Unexpectedly, but peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Wednesday, December 28, 2022, Katharine โKayโ Margaret (Miller) Cunnington, of Exeter, age 85. Beloved wife of the late Howard Leroy Cunnington (1995). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Janet Cunnington, David and Marlene Cunnington, Joyce and Frank Maas, Gerald Cunnington, the late Nancy Cunnington (1967) and… Continue Reading
DARLING: Robert James ‘Jim’ of Exeter
The whistle has been silenced. Suddenly, with his family by his side at LHSC โ University Hospital on Monday, December 26, 2022 at the age of 72. Devoted husband of Joy (Pollock) Darling for over 49 years. Proud father of his four daughters, Sarah and Tom Woodland of London, Rebecca Darling and Chris Kennedy of… Continue Reading
MORLEY: Craig of Crediton
Peacefully at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on December 25, 2022 of Crediton and formerly of Oakville in his 77th year. Beloved father of Steve and Jackie Morley of Crediton, and Andrew Morley of Vancouver Island. Proud grandfather of Madison and Olivia. Dear brother of Ellen Morley of Oakville. Predeceased by his parents Lawrence and Dorothy… Continue Reading
MAGUIRE: Marian Donna (Rock) of Ilderton and Grand Bend
It is with sadness that we share Marian Donna Maguire (Rock) of Ilderton and Grand Bend, passed away at Parkwood Institute โ Palliative Care Unit on Saturday, December 24, 2022, in her 89th year. Marian has now joined her beloved Phil (2017) in their heavenly home. Marian will be deeply missed by her children Colleen… Continue Reading
ALMASI: Alexander
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alexander Frank Almasi on December 26, 2022, in his 96th year. Predeceased by his cherished wife and best friend for 46 years Barb, loving father to David (Kendra) of Dallas, Texas and amazing grandfather to Matthew. Alex is predeceased by his mother and all… Continue Reading
GRASDAHL: Edgar Clifford
Grasdahl, Edgar Clifford (1927 – 2022), Formerly of Grand Bend, Exeter, and Crediton Area Always Loved, Forever Missed, Never Forgotten Edgar โCliffordโ Grasdahl, peacefully passed away at Jessicaโs House on Christmas morning, December 25th, 2022, at the age of 95. Cherished father of Ronald of Lucan, and Wendy and Richard Jennison, Grand Bend. … Continue Reading
MACDONALD: Barbara (Driscoll) of Seaforth and formerly of Brucefield
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara Elizabeth (Driscoll) MacDonald. With her loving daughter at her side, Barbara passed away peacefully in her home on December 23, 2022 at the age of 80. Proud mother of Sharri MacDonald of Hensall. Dear sister of John and Mary Lou Driscoll of Walton…. Continue Reading
LEMMON: Robert “Bob” of London, formerly of Ilderton
It is with heavy hearts the family of Robert “Bob” Lemmon announce his passing on Friday, December 23, 2022 at the age of 87. Loving husband of Anita (Edgar) Lemmon for over 64 years. Dear father of Sandra Strybosch of Strathroy and her partner Albert Roks and Craig Lemmon of Burlington. Proud grandfather of Curtis… Continue Reading
SCHROEDER: Ron E. of Zurich
Passed away suddenly at South Huron Hospital on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Sharen (Bloch) Schroeder for 59 years. Cherished father of Victoria Grace and Mike Ducharme, and Kelli Leeanne Consitt. Adored grandfather of Corey and Jessika, Brent and Brittany, Kristofer and Kristen; Mitchell and Alexa; great-grandfather of… Continue Reading
BENSON: Nancy Harriett (Boyce)
BENSON: Unexpectedly but peacefully, Nancy Harriett (Boyce) Benson age 77, passed away at her residence on Thursday, December 22, 2022. Nancy resided at RR 1, Dashwood, formerly of RR 4, Mount Forest. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Denise and Andrew Laya of Dashwood, Michelle and Jeff McPherson of Rochester, NY, Trent Benson of Guelph and David… Continue Reading
WILLIAMS: Dean Christien
WILLIAMS: Suddenly and unexpectedly, at his residence, on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, Dean Christien Williams of Grand Bend, age 50. Forever loved son of Brian and Carol Ann (Young) Williams of Grand Bend. Much loved companion of the late Laura Anne Leckie (May 19, 2022). Remembered by his aunts, uncles and cousins. Dean was a… Continue Reading
FINLAYSON: James โJimโ of Seaforth
Peacefully surrounded by his family at home on Saturday December 17, 2022 of Seaforth at the age of 73. Beloved husband and best friend of Marian (Duffy) Finlayson for 35 years. Cherished father of Melissa Finlayson and her husband Jason Beuttenmiller of Guelph, the late Andrea Finlayson (2021), and Sarah Masse and her husband Mitch… Continue Reading
BROCK: William Thomas of Toronto
1936 โ 2022 Passed away at Princess Margaret Hospital, Toronto on Saturday, December 10, 2022 in his 87th year. Cherished husband of Anne Brock for 61 years. Loving father of Karen (Greg), and the late Jeffrey. Proud grandfather of Emily. Dear brother and brother in-law of David Brock (Lydia), Sandy Brock, and John King (Mary)…. Continue Reading
DENOMY: Scott of Chatham, formerly of Lucan
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Scott Denomy, of Chatham, formerly of Lucan at the age of 54. Scott passed suddenly while on vacation in Florida on Friday, December 9, 2022. Cherished by his loving partner Jackie Smith. Proud father of Tyson, Joshua, and Corey Patrick, and their supportive loving mother… Continue Reading
CARROLL: Robert
Robert George Carroll loved and was loved by his family and friends. 93 years of age, married nearly 73 years to his wife Jeanne Grace Carroll (nee Moyer) who left us in March, father to Jennifer Walker (nee Carroll, m. Bruce Walker) and Deborah Carroll (m. William Menzel), grandfather and great-grandfather. Robert passed away at… Continue Reading
FRANCIS: Sharon Mae (Hume) of Grand Bend formerly of Guelph
Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at the age of 78. Beloved wife of Brian Francis of Grand Bend for 30 years. Cherished stepmother of Michael and Stacey Francis of Richmond, and David Francis of Courtice. Adored step-grandmother of Christian, Jordan;… Continue Reading
FINCHER: Patricia
Patricia Anne Fincher passed away peacefully in her 73rd year with family by her side at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital on December 11, 2022, after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Eric Fincher, proud mother of daughter Mary (Darin), and son Thomas. Lovingly remembered by Jeremy Allin and her current… Continue Reading
ROESTENBERG: Jeff of Ilderton
Suddenly as a result of a motor vehicle accident on Thursday, December 8, 2022 of Ilderton at the age of 78. Cherished and devoted husband of Elizabeth (Van Bussel) Roestenberg for over 54 years. Proud father of Jeff and Liz Roestenberg, Gerry and Loy Roestenberg, and Cathy and Jason Bear. Adored Opa of Lincoln, Roman,… Continue Reading
MILLER: Sheena (Ridley)
MILLER: Peacefully, surrounded by family and love, on Friday December 9, 2022, Sheena (Ridley) Miller, in her 100th year, of Grand Bend and formerly London, was reunited with the love of her life, Dan (February 2022). Loved mother and mother in law of Douglas and Faye Kellie of Victoria BC and Sheona and Garry Baker… Continue Reading
KODDE: Maria Wilhelmina “Wilma” (Branderhorst) of RR 3 Granton
August 5, 1937 – December 6, 2022 Surrounded by family and the gentle familiarity of home in these final days, our dearly loved wife, Mom and Oma passed away peacefully on December 6, 2022 in her 86th year. Loving and dedicated wife to Lourens Kodde for more than 55 years. Cherished Mom and Mom-in-law to… Continue Reading
HINGE: Wayne of St. Marys
Peacefully at Ritz Lutheran Villa, Mitchell on Sunday, December 4, 2022 of St. Marys at the age of 79. Beloved husband of the late Darlene (Nelson) Hinge (2010). Cherished father of Sherrie Simpson and John Medd, the late Lezlie (2009) and John Szekely, David Hinge, Randall OโConnor and Michael Brown, Patti Hansen, and Stephen 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).