Passed peacefully, surrounded by family at Jessicaโs House on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at the age of 98. Loving mother of Gary Baker & friend Leaha, Bonnie & Dan Cronin, Ted & Nadine Baker, Marilyn Marriott, Jim & Cindy Baker, and Jane Baker & Sebastian Scala. Cherished mother-in-law of Elena Baker and Shielgha Baker. She… Continue Reading
Archives for October 2025
KINSMAN: John Ross of Exeter
John Ross Kinsman of Exeter, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at the age of 68. John faced his illness with strength, grace and dignity, just as he lived his life. A beloved husband, father, papa, brother and friend; he was… Continue Reading
ELLIOTT: Ilse
It is with great sadness that the friends of Ilse Elliott announce her passing on Thursday October 30th at Bluewater Rest Home in Zurich, in her 97th year. Ilse was born in Czech Republic on February 4th, 1928. She moved to England with her mother during the Second World War alongside her mother, then to… Continue Reading
HALL: Gwendolyn โGwenโ Marie (Densmore) of London
Passed away at LHSC โ University Hospital, London on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the age of 63. Beloved mother of Jeff (Krista) Hall and Chris (Nina) Hall. Proud grandma of Karmen, and Kaycie. Dear sister of Ron (Barb) Densmore, Dean (Jackie) Densmore, and Brian (Maria) Densmore. Fondly remembered by Pat Holland and Mary Beth… Continue Reading
WUYTENBURG: Albert of London
With heavy hearts and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Albert, who peacefully left us at the age of 90 on Monday, October 27, 2025. Though our hearts are heavy, we celebrate a life that was truly full โ a life defined by kindness, laughter, integrity, and endless generosity. Born in Keldonk in 1935,… Continue Reading
WALLACE: Joanne (Reid) of Exeter, formerly of Wheatley
Passed away peacefully at South Huron Hospital, Exeter with her loving family by her side on Monday, October 27, 2025 at the age of 86. Beloved wife of Don Wallace for over 60 years. Cherished mother of Kate and Steve Brawn, Karen VanAltena and Basil Glavin, and Kevin and Tracey Wallace. Adored G-ma of Kendra… Continue Reading
CARLESS: Shirley Ellen Maude (Helsdon) of Denfield
April 21, 1945 โ October 4, 2025 Passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at the age of 80. Shirley was married to her best friend, Gord, for 54 years. Mother to Allan Carless, and Jennifer (Mark) Penny. Loving grandma to Ethan, Julianna, and Gabriel. Loving sister to Evelyn (the late Bill) Singer, Donald (the… Continue Reading
HALL: Gabriel Augustine of Zurich
Gabriel Augustine Hall was born on Friday, October 24, 2025 at 1pm, he passed away peacefully in the arms of his mother at 3:15pm that same day. Beloved 8th child of Kennedy and Brittany Hall, dearest brother of Titus, Shiloh, Clover, Samson, Ariel (โ 2020), Clementine and Charles and beloved grandson of Michael and Pamela Sheahan,… Continue Reading
DIETRICH ** UPDATED: Dennis Stephen
DIETRICH: Dennis Stephen Dietrich, age 56, of Dashwood passed away at the farm he had spent his whole life on, surrounded by his family on Saturday, October 25, 2025. He was the loving husband and best friend of Jackie (McLellan) Dietrich for 32 years. He was the proudest father to Kristie & Jordan Hansen; Sara… Continue Reading
PARKER: Judith โJudyโ (Shaddick) of Exeter, formerly of Hensall
Passed away surrounded by love, in the home of her eldest son and daughter-in-law, on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late George Parker (2024) for almost 71 years. Loving mother of Rick and Judith Parker, Cindy Taylor and Chris Scoyne, Randy and Carolyn Parker, and Rod and… Continue Reading
BODKIN: Khielea of London
Khielea passed away suddenly at LHSC โ Victoria Hospital, London on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the age of 35. Proud mother of Logan Bodkin and Lex Bodkin. Born in Romania, Khielea is the cherished daughter of Tom and Sherry (Froats) Bodkin. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Mikaela and Luke Vandenberk and much-loved aunt of… Continue Reading
MILLSON: Lloyd of Seaforth, formerly of Fergus
March 11, 1949 โ October 21, 2025 It is with great sadness that the family of Lloyd Millson, formerly of Fergus, announces his passing at home in Seaforth on October 21, 2025, in his 77th year. Lloyd married the love of his life, Joan, on June 26, 1982, at Melville United Church in Fergus. Together… Continue Reading
VAN WIEREN: Harm โHarryโ of Exeter
Harry passed away peacefully at Blue Water Rest Home on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at the age of 94. Beloved husband of the late Trudy (VanTol) Van Wieren (2011). Loving father of Joanne Van Wieren, Klaas Van Wieren (Michael), Doreen and Ken Fraser, and Tony Van Wieren. Proud Opa of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Fondly… Continue Reading
NEVIN: Joyce Ardelia (Lucas) of Lucan
April 11, 1942 – October 1, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Joyce Nevin announces her passing on October 1st, 2025, in her 83rd year. Born to Bud & Dorothy Lucas, in her grandmother’s house in the hamlet of Middlemiss, Ontario. Joyce grew up in a large and lively family with her… Continue Reading
BECK: Donald Gerrard
Donald Gerrard Beck, passed away at Stratford General Hospital on Wednesday October 22, 2025.ย Survived by his wife Heike. At Donald’s request there is no funeral home visitation or service.ย Cremation has taken place.ย If so desired, memorial donations to the charity of your choice gratefully acknowledged. Offer Condolence for the family of BECK: Donald… Continue Reading
LOVELL: Kimberley “Kim” Ann
LOVELL: At her residence, Kimberley โKimโ Ann Lovell of Armstrong, B.C., formerly of London and Hamilton, after a long battle with cancer, on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, age 61. Loved dearly & missed by her mother Virginia โGinnyโ Lovell of Grand Bend. Loving mother of Tiana Lovell of Peterborough, James Lovell of Hamilton, Shay Lovell of… Continue Reading
BAKER: Margaret (Woodburn) of Hensall
Passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Sunday, October 19, 2025 at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late William โBillโ Baker for over 65 years. Loving mother of Tammy Preszcator (Markus), Robert and Jackie Baker, and Terry and Karen Baker. Proud grandma of… Continue Reading
TAYLOR: Dorothy (Pincombe) of Exeter
Dorothy passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at the Exeter Villa on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late John Taylor (2011). Loving mother of Brian and Heather, and Brad and Ann Marie. Proud grandma of Amy and Alex, Chad and Ashton, Lauren and Steve; and Ryan…. Continue Reading
COUTTS: Kenneth โKenโ of Grand Bend, formerly of Mount Forest
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich. Cherished dad of Christie VanBruaene (Mike), Kay Straf (Shane), and Jessica Kinsman (Andrew). Loving grandpa to Robert, Noah, and Emma VanBruaene; Hunter and Lumin Straf; and Naomi and Damon Kinsman. Fondly remembered by his brother-in-law, Kent, and… Continue Reading
LEAKEY: Marion Beatrice (Arrand)
LEAKEY: Peacefully, at The Village of Glendale Crossing, in London , on Monday, October 20, 2025, Marion Beatrice (Arrand) Leakey, formerly of Strathroy, St. Thomas, London, Grand Bend, Exeter and Zurich, age 102. Marion is reunited with her husband and best friend, Ross John Leakey (2006). Loved Mother of Ron Leakey (Margaret), Garry Leakey (Carol)… Continue Reading
HURD: Ray G.
Ray G. Hurd age 84, loving husband, father, โPoppaโ (grandfather and great-grandfather) passed away in the early hours of Oct 19, 2025 surrounded by family. Ray was born July 10, 1941 in Kitchener, Ontario โ an only child to Samuel and Mary Hurd. Even at a young age, Ray excelled in sports and academics. He… Continue Reading
SNELL: Shirley Jean (Mason)
SNELL: Unexpectedly, on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at her residence, Shirley Jean (Mason) Snell of Exeter, age 90. Loved mother of Brenda Ann Snell. Beloved nannie of Craig Snell, Brayden Wragg, Blaine and Justine. Cherished great-nannie of Brodie Wragg and Emma Wragg. Predeceased by her son William โBillโ Snell (2024), companion Wayne Keith Parsons (2000),… Continue Reading
MEIDINGER: Daniel Gerard โDanโ of Kilworth, formerly of London, Exeter, Zurich
After a courageous battle with cancer for the past two years, Dan Meidinger (of Kilworth formerly of London, Exeter and Zurich), sadly lost his fight on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the age of 66 (born April 16, 1959). Dan is survived by the love of his life, Lynn Naovarath, and his beloved children, Becky… Continue Reading
HULLEY: Randal โRandyโ Kevin of London *Updated
It is with profound sadness that we share the sudden passing of Randy, who left us far too soon at the age of 60, on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at his home in London. Randy was born to Bernice Hulley (2025) and, through lifeโs twists and turns, found himself blessed with a family of choice… Continue Reading
MASSE: Douglas of Goderich & Zurich
Doug passed away peacefully surrounded by family at South Huron Hospital on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at the age of 71. Predeceased by his parents Elzer and Grace Masse. Loving brother of Vicki Seiman (the late Bill), the late Phyllis Gilbert (the late Dick), the late Allanna Adams (Harvey), Paul Masse (Anna), Brian Masse, Mark… 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).