Passed away peacefully with his family by his side, at Craigweil Gardens, Ailsa Craig on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at the age 79. Beloved husband of Jane (Brumwell) for 57 years. Cherished father of Lianna and John Keogh, Chad and Candice Urbshott, and Jennie and Brad Hertner. Adored grandpa of Katie and William McLachlan, Tom… Continue Reading
Archives for July 2023
HODGINS: Donna (Graham) of Denfield
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donna Kathryn (Graham) Hodgins, on Friday, July 28, 2023, just a few days after her 85th birthday, peacefully in her own home with her family by her side. Donna was Born July 26, 1938. Beloved wife of Marvyn Loft Hodgins, they were married for… Continue Reading
FISHER: Phyllis (Ginn)
Phyllis passed away at the Bluewater Rest Home on Sunday July 30, 2023 in her 101st year. She was predeceased by her husband Leonard Fisher (2014) . Loving mother of Keith, Gail (Cal) Kohlsmith, Barb (Mark) Lassaline and Peggy (Dave) Young. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Jennifer and Adam (Natalie) Kohlsmith, Gerry, Gary (John) and… Continue Reading
MCGEE: Eugene Chisholm
Eugene McGee of Goderich passed away at Goderich Alexandra and Marine General Hospital on Sunday, July 30th, 2023, at the age of 92. Eugene โ also known as โBimโ – is survived by his sister Dolores Hoy of Clinton, sister-in-law Margaret Morton and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents โ Albert and Beatrice… Continue Reading
JAROS: Marek
JAROS: Peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, at his home, on Friday, July 28, 2023, Marek Jaros of Dashwood, in his 65th year. Beloved husband of Wanda (Jedlinski) Jaros. Loved father of Gregory Jaros. Marek will be remembered by his and Wandaโs families in Poland. At Marekโs request, cremation has taken place. A… Continue Reading
COX: Sandra “Sandi” Joan (Cunningham)
COX: At peace in the loving company of family at the Stratford General Hospital on Friday, July 28, 2023, Sandra โSandiโ Joan (Cunningham) Cox of Grand Bend, age 81. Beloved wife, partner and best friend of Donald โDonโ T. Cox. Loved mother of sons Stuart (Anna) and Justin (1999) and cherished grandchildren Rachel and Matthew… Continue Reading
HOUSTON: Tom of Centralia
Thomas Houston passed away peacefully at Jessicaโs House, Exeter on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at the age of 74. Devoted husband of Dorothy Houston of 53 years. Cherished father of Tara (Doug), Shannon (Teena), and Amanda (Dave). Tom enjoyed the time he had with his 7 grandchildren; Meghan, Aiden, Sarah, Jessica, Emma, Finn, and Ruby…. Continue Reading
HENDERSON: Sandra Catherine (Hilder)
HENDERSON: Peacefully, at Terrace Lodge, Aylmer, on Thursday, July 27, 2023, Sandra Catherine (Hilder) Henderson, formerly of Exeter, age 86. Beloved wife of Gary Kenneth Henderson of Aylmer. Remembered by their families. Predeceased by her parents Edward Milton and Lena Lillian (Dawson) Hilder. At Sandraโs request, cremation has taken place and no formal services will… Continue Reading
UNWIN: Jeffrey Scott
UNWIN: Peacefully, surrounded by love, after a short but courageous battle with cancer, at his parentsโ home in Blenheim, on Thursday, July 27, 2023, Jeffrey Scott Unwin of RR 2, Crediton, age 32. Forever loved dad/daddy of Jocelyn Jolene Louise Unwin. Cherished son of Jim and Donna (Shoemaker) Unwin. Loved brother of the late Jolene… Continue Reading
LEWIS: Donelda Josephine (Andrews) of Exeter, formerly of Crediton and Brinsley
Passed away peacefully in her sleep at Sprucedale Care Centre, Strathroy on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 of Exeter, formerly of Crediton and Brinsley at the age of 90. Devoted wife of the late Douglas Lewis (1998). Proud mom of Jackie and Fred Wells, Dan and Mary Ann Lewis, Debbie and the late Doug Case (2019),… Continue Reading
GREGORY: Milt of Ilderton
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Milt Gregory on Friday, July 21, 2023, at the age of 82. Devoted husband of the late H. Jeanette (Thompson) Gregory (2012) for 49 years. Proud father and grandfather of Brian and Tanya Gregory (Jake Gregory and Melody Vachon, and Holly and Grant Masschelein);… Continue Reading
HODGERT: Ross of Exeter
Passed away peacefully at Queensway Long Term Care Home, with his family by his side on Monday, July 24, 2023 at the age of 94. Beloved husband of Kathleen (May) Hodgert for 68 years. Cherished father of Diane Ellis of Waterloo, and Alan and Michele Hodgert of RR1 Woodham. Adored grandfather of Christine Jakobsen; Alana… Continue Reading
WOODWARD: Jean (Fortier) of Lucan, formerly of Wasaga Beach and London
It is with great sadness that the family of Jean Woodward wishes to share her passing at Jessicaโs House Hospice on Monday, July 24, 2023. Jean is survived by her devoted and loving husband, Irwin of 64 years. Jean is also survived by her children Donna (Shawn), Cathy (Sam), Jim (Kelli), and Joanne (John). Jean was… Continue Reading
WALTER: Gerald
Gerald Wilmot Thomas Walter, Huron Road Goderich, passed away quietly at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital on Tuesday July 25th, 2023 in his 83rd year. Born in Goderich and raised on Huron Road in Goderich Township. He was the son of Barrie and Grace (Haacke) Walter. He was predeceased by his wife Glenda (Miller) of… Continue Reading
FARRISH: Ronald “Beaver” John
With heavy hearts we mourn the passing of Ronald (Beaver) – a wonderful son, father, brother, uncle, brother-in-law and friend. At the same time, it is with glad hearts that we are grateful to have had him in our lives. Survived by his beloved daughter Hailey, her mother Laura and his loving mother Helen. He… Continue Reading
HARTMAN: Rebecca Anne Mary
In the arms of her loving parents, Rebecca passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 after 8 cherished days with her in our lives. Precious daughter of Anthony and Lillian (Whyburd) Hartman. Goddaughter of Timothy and Mary Beth Hartman. Dear granddaughter of Tom and Jasia Hartman of Zurich, and Paul and Teresa Whyburd of… Continue Reading
MILNER: Joan Harriet
Joan Harriet Milner (nee Warnock), born in Goderich, Ontario, passed away at Maitland Manor on July 20, 2023. She is survived by her daughter, Sheila Elizabeth Matthews of Goderich. Grandmother to Cai Matthews-Fanjoy of Guelph, Aaron Matthews of Kitchener and Norah Matthews of Goderich. Predeceased by her parents Jean Warnock and Norman Warnock Sister to… Continue Reading
PEARCE: Wayne M. โCanoeโ of Exeter formerly of Owen Sound
Passed away suddenly at his home, with his family by his side, on Sunday, July 16, 2023 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Nancy (McFarlane) Pearce for 61 years. Cherished father of the late Steve โPonchโ Pearce (2012), and Andrea and Craig Alexander. Adored poppa of Luke and Samantha Alexander, the late Garrett… Continue Reading
LYON: Thomas William of Stratford
Thomas William Lyon set down his many tools for the last time Friday, July 14, 2023 in Stratford Ontario. Tom is lovingly remembered by his wife Ruth (Duncan) of 55 years, daughter Erika and son Geoff and his wife Rebecca. He was very proud of his 4 grandchildren and their achievements: Austin, Collin, Mackenzie and… Continue Reading
POWELL: Boyce of Ilderton
Passed away peacefully at LHSC โ University Hospital with his family by his side on Thursday, July 13, 2023 of Ilderton at the age of 85. Beloved husband of the late Frieda (Forbes) Powell (2021) for over 64 years. Cherished father of Laura and Stuart Carne of Ilderton, and Brad and Leanne Powell of Dutton…. Continue Reading
ABBOTT: Marion (McIntyre) formerly of Exeter and Lucan
Peacefully at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital, on Wednesday July 12, 2023, Marion (McIntyre) Abbott, wife of the late Art Abbott (2017). Loving mother of Muriel, Wesley (Lisa), Catherine, and Carol. Proud grandmother of Megan, Cliff (Kayla), Nicole (Farhiya), Ben (Jasmine), Jonathan, Laura (Alec), Anne (Liam), and Elizabeth. Special great-grandmother to Lily, Maisie, and Blake. Sister and… Continue Reading
YOUNG: Vincent Leo
Vince passed away peacefully at the Huron Hospice in Clinton on Monday, July 10, 2023, in his 96th year. He was predeceased by his wife Betty (Beattie) (2017) , his brother Ray Young (2021), daughter-in-law Margaret Young (2022), great grand daughter Paisley Young (2017) and his parents Charles and Alta Young.Vince is survived by his… Continue Reading
GILLESPIE: Evelyn
Evelyn Louise Gillespie born in 1948 in Thunder Bay. Predeceased by her parents Rita and Bill Bewcyk. Evelyn passed quietly at her home in Goderich, Ontario on July 10, 2023. Loved and missed by her husband of 55 years, John Gillespie, her siblings Marjie and Billy, her children Gordon and Jody and their spouses Jose… Continue Reading
WILDFONG: Kevin Bruce
WILDFONG: Unexpectedly, at his residence on Monday, July 10, 2023, Kevin Bruce Wildfong of Dashwood, age 62. Father of Samantha (Kenny) Wildfong. Remembered by Samantha’s mother, Diane Wildfong. Brother of Terri (Darcy) Vanneste. Predeceased by his mother Mary (Webster) Farquhar, father Kenneth Wildfong, step-father Bob Farquhar and brother Jim Wildfong. At Kevinโs request, cremation has… Continue Reading
BLAKE: Lauretta of London, formerly of Biddulph Township
Peacefully, with her family by her side at LHSC โ Victoria Hospital on Thursday, July 6, 2023 at the age of 87. Sister to Mike (Sandra), Cathy Perry, the late Elizabeth Cunningham (2015) (Peter), and Jim (Marion). Beloved aunt to David Cunningham (Linda), Susan Smythe (Jamie), Murray Perry (Colleen), Christine Sleegers (Rob), and Sandra Gaudet… 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).