It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Eleanor Jo-Anne Cook on January 12th, 2025. She leaves behind her brother Kenneth Cook and friend Val. Beloved Aunt to niece Amber Cook (Alberta); nephews Jada Hulley (Ontario), Traz Cook & Amy (Ontario), Dustin Cook & Sarah (Alberta), Chad Noble & Melanie (BC),… Continue Reading
Archives for January 2025
BOURDEAU: Dorothy Jean
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dorothy Jean Bourdeau (nee Noble/Turner) of Goderich on January 11, 2025, shortly after her 80th birthday.ย Beloved spouse, business partner and best friend of Art Bourdeau. Mother to Rick Turner (Joanne), Vicky Turner, Cherie Helfer, Anita (Earl Johnston) and Max Bourdeau.ย Fondly remembered as โGramsโ to… Continue Reading
MASON: Nancy Ellen (Koehler) of Exeter
Peacefully at Huron Hospice, Clinton surrounded by the love of her family, Nancy folded her last load of laundry on Friday, January 10, 2025. Proud and loving mom of Steven and Amy, Adam, April and Tony, and Jasmine and Reuben. Adored Nana of Braedan, Sierra, Austin, Cheyenne, Maverick; Alyvia; Hailey, Hayden, Harley, and Hendrix and… Continue Reading
WOODEN: Joseph L
WOODEN: Joseph L. Wooden, formerly of Grand Bend and Exeter, died on January 10, 2025 in his 93rd year at Strathmere Lodge in Strathroy, ON. Joe is survived by his wife of 49 years, Linda (Holden) Girard, of St. Thomas, and four children and their spouses: Susan Drennan of Ashfield Township and the late Allan… Continue Reading
KYLE: Judy (Carter) of Hensall
Peacefully at Jessicaโs House, with family by her side on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 of Hensall at the age of 72. Deeply loved wife of Gary Kyle for over 53 years. Beautifully strong mother of Karie-Sue and Rob MacLean of Hensall, and Ryan and Sarah Kyle of London.ย Amazing nana of Olivia, Allyson; Winston, and… Continue Reading
CHILLINGWORTH: Diane (Cooper)
September 4, 1949- January 4, 2025 With great sadness the family wishes to announce the passing of Diane (Cooper) Chillingworth, on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 75 years of age. Beloved wife and best friend of David.ย ย Loving mother of Greg McAuley (Gina) of White Lake, Jeff McAuley (Paula) of Goderich, and step-mother of Holly (Terry… Continue Reading
WOODWARD: Frank James of Exeter
1971-2025 With profound grief, we share that Frank Woodward passed away of a heart attack on Sunday, January 5. He is survived by his partner, Charmaine of Exeter; his mother Jean Woodward of Zurich; sister Carol (Brad) of Toronto, and brother David (Catherine) of London. He also leaves three nephews (Samuel, Ben, and Matthew) and… Continue Reading
GARINTHER: Maureen Florence (Heaney)
GARINTHER: Peacefully, at Palmerston and District Hospital, Palmerston on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, Maureen Florence (Heaney) Garinther of Grand Cove Estates, Grand Bend, formerly of London and Montreal, age 80. Beloved wife of the late Ronald โRonโ Charles George Garinther (2017). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Wendy and Dr. Steve Decker of Orleans, Glenn Garinther… Continue Reading
HODGINS: Scott of Hensall
Due to an unforeseen health emergency Scott passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:01 AM at University Hospital in London, Ontario. He was 52. Dearly beloved son of Joan Rosehart and step-father Lenny of Goderich. Scott was predeceased by his father Glenn Hodgins (2020), step-mother Grace Hodgins (2016), and grandparents Harvey &… Continue Reading
TIEDEMAN: Barbara Joyce (McDonald) of Exeter
Passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of Walter Tiedeman for 61 and a half years. Cherished mother of Kelly and Dave Holtzmann and Mike Tiedeman. Adored grandmother of Kelsey and Brett Crerar and Mackenzie… Continue Reading
NIRTA: Vincenzo “Vince”
NIRTA, Vincenzo: With heavy hearts we say goodbye to Dad, Nonno, Vincenzo โVinceโ Nirta, of Parkhill and formerly of McGillivray Township who passed at Strathroy Hospital on Monday, January 6, 2025 – a few months shy of his 92nd birthday. Joining his beloved wife Elena (2012), he will be greatly missed by his children Lou… Continue Reading
MORLEY: William George
MORLEY: “Evidence of a life well lived is found in those who love you.” With profound sadness, the family of William George Morley (of Grand Bend, formerly of Bayfield and Woodstock) announce his heavenly passing on January 5, 2025. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Jean, her children Cindy and Marc Gelinas,… Continue Reading
ARNOLD: Rodger John William of Brucefield, formerly of London
Passed away peacefully at Huronview Home For the Aged, Clinton on Friday, January 3, 2025 at the age of 80. Beloved husband of Becky (Dawkins) Arnold. Cherished step-father of Jessica and Sean McClinchey, and Adam James Rodgers and Chloรฉ Robidoux. Adored step-grandfather of Alex, Evan, and Quinn. Rodger will be fondly remembered and missed by… Continue Reading
DANIELS: Ronald (Ron) Leonard
Ronald (Ron) Leonard Daniels, 80, of Goderich, Ontario died January 4, 2025 in London, Ontario due to complications from pneumonia and kidney disease.He was born on November 1, 1944, to Alfred (Alf) Daniels and Dorothy Spence Daniels in Toronto, Ontario.Ron married Helen MacDonald on August 6, 1966 in Toronto. They moved to Goderich, Ontario where… Continue Reading
SMITH: Reginald ‘Reg’ John
With broken hearts we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of Reginald John Smith, at the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital on January 2, 2025 in his 82th year. Born in 1942, Reg was the second of five sons of the late Jack and Velma Smith (Ashton) of Clinton. Loving husband for 64 years of… 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).