It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ron at LHSC – University Hospital on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the age of 89. Beloved husband of Carole (Brooke) Coleman for 68 wonderful years. Cherished father of Terry and Pamela Coleman of Straffordville, Diane and Steve Laird of Walkerton, Mike and Laura… Continue Reading
Archives for August 2024
SALM: David
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of David โDaveโ Salm on August 30, 2024. Born on July 27, 1953, Dave was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend who touched the lives of many with his kindness and generosity. Dave was predeceased by his loving wife, Marie; his parents, Leo… Continue Reading
CARROLL: Margaret (Bertram) of Centralia, formerly of Scotland
Passed away at Seaforth Long Term Care Home on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at the age of 89. Beloved wife of Ronald Carroll for 66 years. Cherished mother of Ian Carroll (Kathy), and Brenda Carroll (Bill). Adored grandmother of Matthew Iredale, Mitchell Iredale (Michelle), and Michelle Iredale. Fondly remembered by their father Terry Iredale. Loving… Continue Reading
GUENTHER: Jack Lloyd
GUENTHER: Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Thursday, August 29, 2024, Jack Lloyd Guenther, of Exeter, formerly of Zurich, age 74. Beloved partner of the late Mary Ilene (Mathers) Richardson (2010). Loved father and father-in-law of Lee Anne and Trevor Mills of Kirkton. Cherished grandpa of Zoey and Shey Mills. Dear brother and brother-in-law… Continue Reading
GAYNOR: Leon Mathew Desmond
Peacefully, on August 27th, 2024 with his sons by his side, at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Leon Matthew Desmond Gaynor passed away in his 91st year. Leon leaves behind his cherished and very special friend of 27 years, Sandra Kisch. Beloved husband of the late Thelma Irene (nee: Good). Devoted father of sons Mark… Continue Reading
CRAIG: Nancy Lee (Walczyshyn) of Seaforth
May 14, 1955 โ August 20, 2024 Passed away after a year long bout with cancer at her home on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at the age of 69. Survived by her husband, John Welter, adopted daughter and grandchildren. Nancy was born in Montreal, QC and toured Europe with the Ballet Jazz Du Montreal at… Continue Reading
PENHALE: Doris K (Willert)
PENHALE: Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Sunday, August 25, 2024, Doris K. (Willert) Penhale of Dashwood, in her 101st year. Beloved wife of the late Clifford โCliffโ Harold Penhale (2020). Loved mother of Nancy and Allan Regier of Zurich. Loving Grandma of Gary and Susan Smith of Aylmer, Susanne and Greg McCarthy of… Continue Reading
GRAY: Sheryl (Muir) of Grand Bend, formerly of Milton, Ontario.
Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at the age of 72. Beloved wife of Bob Gray for 35 years. Cherished mother of Shannon Gray (Brandon McCormick) and Carli Gray (Alex Zore) and adored grandmother of Sophia Zore. Sheryl will be lovingly remembered… Continue Reading
JANES: Derek Todd of London
It is with heavy hearts that we share with you the passing of Royal Canadian Mounted Police Constable Derek Todd Janes age 58, at the LHSC – Victoria Hospital in London, Ontario, on Monday, August 19, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Husband of Sherri (Reynolds) and adoring father of Katie, and Thomas. Formerly… Continue Reading
HAYTER: Gloria June (Kraft)
HAYTER: Peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, at Queensway Nursing Home, Hensall on Thursday, August 22, 2024, Gloria June (Kraft) Hayter, of Dashwood, age 93. Beloved wife of the late Robert โBobโ Bertrum Hayter (December 22, 2015). Loved mother and mother-in-law of John Hayter of Dashwood and friend Judy, Kathy (Wells) Hayter of… Continue Reading
BRAND: Renske โRenieโ (Mulder) of Exeter
Peacefully at Stratford General Hospital, with family by her side, on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 of Exeter in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Engelbertus โBertโ Brand (2021). Loving mother of Tim and Jess Brand of Hamilton and Jeremy and Jaci Brand of Kirkton. Proud Oma of Caleb, Nella, and Aleah; and Hart,… Continue Reading
HERON: Nancy Georgina (Wilkinson) of Exeter
Passed away peacefully at Stratford General Hospital on Monday, August 19, 2024 at the age of 74. Beloved wife of the late Bob Heron. Cherished mother of Brad and Tracy Heron. Adored grandmother of Lucas, Kaleb. Survived by her good friend Keith Manley and furry companions, Spike and Stella. Fondly remembered by her nephew and… Continue Reading
WALLACE: James โJimโ Millan of Ilderton, formerly of Nova Scotia
Passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of the late Arlene (Glover) Wallace and partner of Patricia Vansickle. Cherished father of Wendy Wallace and Tim Raven, and Wanda Wallace. Adored papa of Marcie (Paul) Case, and Samantha (Aaron) Case and great-papa of Kensley, Cassius,… Continue Reading
MCCULLEY: Barbara Elisabeth (Wauchope)
Our beloved mom, Barb, passed away peacefully at her home at Foxhollow Community Residence on Sunday, August 18, 2024. Barb was born on September 22, 1931 in North Bay, Ontario to D.A. โArtโ and Ellen Mary โNellieโ Wauchope, and was the youngest of 3 girls. She met our dad C.W. Chuck McCulley in North Bay…. Continue Reading
SMITH: Herbert Ernest Stuart
Dad, Pa, Stu, Stuey, Snuffy-you had many names. We said ‘see you soon’ on August 19, 2024. You were surrounded by family and we held you so tight. We miss you immeasurably. Forever in our hearts, we will never forget you, your wife, Bernadette; your children, Brian, Kevin, Andrea (Frank), Lisa (John) your grandchildren, Loren,… Continue Reading
NESTMAN: Paul David of Seaforth, formerly of Guelph
Paul passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Rotary Hospice, Stratford on Friday, August 16, 2024 at the age of 75. Cherished husband of Maria Nestman for 17 years. Proud father of Joe Nestman, Tom Nestman (Kendall), Frank Carreiro (Crystal), Sandi Carreiro, and Monica Gonsalves (Kieron). Adored grandpa of Welland Nestman, Fennwick Nestman, Victoria Byrne… Continue Reading
DAVIS: Maria (Van Sas) formerly of Lucan *Updated
At her home in Ada, Oklahoma on July 27, 2024 at the age of 56. Maria is the beloved daughter of John and Anne (Damen) Van Sas of Lucan. Loved sister of Frank Van Sas of Goderich. Dear niece of the late John and Sadie Damen, Bert and the late Jeannine Damen, the late Tony… Continue Reading
LEE: Guy Andrew of Seaforth
A loyal Montreal Canadiens fan, Guy Andrew Lee passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at Seaforth Community Hospital. He is survived by his spouse Margaret Marian; daughters Jessica (Shawn), and Jennifer; grandchildren Draven, and Wynter (Dan); great-granddaughter Elowyn; fur babies Angelica and Orion; siblings Dale, and Sandra; siblings-in-law Jim (Ruth), Cathy (Kevin), Thomas, Linda… Continue Reading
HERN: Tom of RR 1 Woodham
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Jessicaโs House, Exeter on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at the age of 86. Cherished companion of Rida Fink. Proud dad of Lisa Hern and John Price, Michael and Andrea Hern, Brenda and John Smith, and Bradley and Amy Hern. Loving grandpa of Wyatt (Tressa); Katie (Kurtis), Cody… Continue Reading
HOHNER: Rev. Lester โLesโ of Brights Grove, formerly of Exeter
Passed away peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by family at Lambton Meadowview Villa, Petrolia on Sunday, August 11, 2024 at the age of 75. Devoted husband of Lynn (Parker) Hohner for 30 years. Loving dad of Mike and Evelyne Hohner, Cyndie Hohner, Steve Hohner, and Dave Hohner and step-father of Jenilyn Sheppard, and the late… Continue Reading
VANDEWORP: William “Bill” Hendrick
VANDEWORP: On August 13, 2024, peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the Exeter Villa, William โBillโ Hendrick Vandeworp, formerly of Dashwood, passed away at the age of 82. Beloved husband of Elaine Mae (Devine) Vandeworp of Exeter for over 60 years. Loving father and father-in-law of Elise and Jamie McGregor of Plympton-Wyoming, Michele and… Continue Reading
SMART: Ruth Elaine of Exeter, formerly of Lucan and London
Passed away peacefully with her cherished daughter by her side at South Huron Hospital on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at the age of 83. Proud mom of Martha โMartiโ and Doug Butler. Adored grandma of Kristina and Chad, Nathan and Saori, Nicoline, and Victoria and great-grandma of Maddie, and Luca. Dear sister and sister-in-law of… Continue Reading
TAKACS: Laszlo “Les”
In memory of Les Takacs, of RR1 Centralia, who sadly passed away, at the age of 87, on Saturday, August 10, 2024. Survived by his wife, Eva Lidia, of 59 years, his son and daughter, and grandchildren. As a young man, Les fled his home in Hungary in 1956 during the Hungarian Revolution when… Continue Reading
SOWERBY: Sandra
In Loving Memory of Sandra โSandyโ Sowerby (Boak) Sandy passed away peacefully at the age of 74 on August 10, 2024, at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital in Goderich, Ontario. She is predeceased by her father, Robert Boak Sr. and mother, Doris Kiteley as well as her sister, Linda and brother Robert Jr. Sandy is… Continue Reading
VERHOEVEN: Remi of Exeter *Updated
Beloved husband of the late Ramona (Telford) Verhoeven. Cherished father to Terri & Michael Reid, Tracy Mann & Don Plummer, and Jeff Verhoeven & Lori Steckle. Much loved grandfather, and great grandfather to Jessica and Derek (Ellie & Maya) ten Haaf, Becca & Chad (Deegan & Remi) Wilcox, Kevin Mann, Steve & Beth (Maisy) Mann,… 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).