VANDENBERK: Peacefully, at Bluewater Health โ CEE Hospital, Continuing Care, Petrolia, on Friday, February 13, 2026, Martinus Maria Vandenberk of Watford, formerly of Grand Bend, age 88. Beloved husband of Cornelia โLiaโ Clara (Huiberts) Vandenberk. Loved father and father-in-law of Michael Vandenberk of Grand Bend, Jacqueline and Greg Krupa of Utica, Michigan, Stephen and Sarah… Continue Reading
Archives for February 2026
CYBULSKI: Ronald “Dawg” John
CYBULSKI: Peacefully, after a long and courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by love, at his residence, on Friday, February 13, 2026, Ronald โRonโ โDawgโ John Cybulski of Zurich, formerly of Renfrew, age 77. Loving husband of the late Nancy Ann (Fahner) Cybulski (2017) and loving and supportive companion of 6 years to Debbie Regier of… Continue Reading
SANDERS: Edward โTedโ of Grand Bend
Edward โTedโ Warren Sanders passed away peacefully on Monday, February 9, 2026, surrounded by the love and support of his family. Born on January 14, 1943, Ted was born and raised in Exeter, Ontario. He is the eldest son of seven children born to Edward Warren Sanders Sr. and Marion (Gladman) Sanders. Ted married his… Continue Reading
MONTGOMERY: Gray โMontyโ of London
Gray (Monty) Montgomery died peacefully Tuesday, February 10, 2026, after rarely sitting still for the last century. Born January 4, 1926, in St. Marys, Ontario, Monty was a merchant marine, then worked at Dow Chemical and Imperial Oil before joining Air Canada (formerly TCA) in 1956. Monty took full advantage of the travel privileges, visiting 89 countries. Always… Continue Reading
SIMPSON: David Keith of Lucan
1962 – 2026 David passed away peacefully with family by his side at LHSC โ University Hospital as the result of a stroke on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at the age of 63. David was the son of Jeanette (Blake) Simpson and the late Keith Simpson (2021). He will be missed by his aunts and uncles;… Continue Reading
LAVE: Shirley (Gardiner) of London
Passed away peacefully at LHSC โ University Hospital surrounded by family on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at the age of 89. Loving mother of Craig and Leah Ann, Scott and Cheryl, and Ian and Mandy. Proud grandma of Sarah (Jesse), Ryan (Rachel); Jacob (Jordyn), Eric (Natalia); Emilia, and Cohen and great-grandma of Georgia, Lainey, and… Continue Reading
COOKE: Douglas MacRae ‘Cookie’
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Douglas MacRae Cooke. In his 69th year, surrounded by loved ones, Doug (Dad, Grandpa, Uncle Dougie) passed peacefully at Alexandra and Marine Hospital. Doug is survived by his adoring and devoted partner Taryn, his daughter Jennifer (Ron) Van Massenhoven, and grandchildren… Continue Reading
MILLER: Justin
Never a Dull Moment, Justin lived a full life in too short of time. His interests were many and always outside the box. Exotic fish, vintage and foreign cars, all caught his eye. He researched every detail of any subject that interested him like it was his job.Justin was born May 18, 1988 in the… Continue Reading
REGIER: James “Jamie” Leo Martin
REGIER: Peacefully, at Jessicaโs House Residential Hospice, Exeter, on Thursday, February 12, 2026, James โJamieโ Leo Martin Regier, of RR 8 Parkhill (Mount Carmel), age 74. Loved father and father-in-law of Chris Regier of RR 3, Dashwood and Jennifer and Justin Indewey of Kitchener. Dear brother and brother-in-law of John L. Regier of Clinton, Mary… Continue Reading
JENKINS: George David
JENKINS: Peacefully, at London Health Sciences Centre โ Victoria Hospital, London, on Thursday, February 12, 2026, George David Jenkins of Grand Bend, age 81. Beloved husband of Sarah โRaeโ McCormick (Browne) Jenkins. Loved father and father-in-law of David and Cyndie Jenkins of Bayfield, Ann Paquette and Corey Walters of Ingersoll. Cherished grandpa of Eric Jenkins… Continue Reading
GAGE: Jim of Exeter
Passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at the age of 79. Beloved husband of Jean (Wilson) Gage for 21 years. Cherished father of Kathy Gage, Kevin (Dora-Lynn) Gage and step-father of Carol Brautigam. Loving grandpa, great-grandpa, uncle and cousin. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Patricia (Lou) Skinner and Diane Glen. Fondly… Continue Reading
PUSHELBERG: Larry Carl of Egmondville
The family of Larry Carl Pushelberg, formerly of Brodhagen, would like to announce his peaceful passing at Seaforth Community Hospital on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the age of 72. Devoted husband of Dianna for 29 years. Loving father of Tammy (Mike) Locking, Harvey Low (Sharron Farrell), and Toni (Michael) Capstick. Cherished Pa to Rachel,… Continue Reading
ZETTELL: Loretta May
“…true strength is feeling it all, but always finding the good and carrying it forward. It’s finding peace in continuing on while letting your pain and your joy coexist. You don’t always have to understand why, and when in doubt, come together, laugh and have faith.” — Amy Miller, from An Open Letter to My… Continue Reading
BERRY: Donna May
In loving memory of Donna May Berry. Born May 10th, 1939 at the age of 86, passed away peacefully at London Health Science Center Hospital, London, ON on Tuesday, February 10th, 2026. Donna is survived by Sam of Strathroy, sister Betty of Goderich and sisters-in-law Sharon Berry and Linda Berry. Predeceased by her father William… Continue Reading
HARNESS: Labelle (Lutman) of Exeter
Surrounded by a lifetime of love and memories, Labelle passed away peacefully at Blue Water Rest Home in Zurich on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the age of 102. Loving wife of the late Harold Harness (2000). Cherished mother of Marlene and Bill Charters. Adored grandma of Robert Charters (Ian) and Leanne (Mark) MacDonald and… Continue Reading
GIFFEN: Mary Ellen
Mary Ellen Giffen passed away peacefully at Huronlea in Brussels on February 7th, 2026. Born in Toronto on July 28, 1939, Mary was in her 87th year. Dear mother of Deanna Hastie (Don), Eric Giffen (Joyce) and Darrin Giffen. Cherished grandmother of Jessica Bridge (Josh), Sean Hastie and Erin Hastie. Much loved sister of Janet… Continue Reading
ROSS: Laura Natsuko (Nakamura)
ROSS: Unexpectedly, as the result of a motor vehicle accident, on Saturday, February 7, 2026, Laura Natsuko (Nakamura) Ross, of Exeter, age 38, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion to her family. Born on August 24, 1987, in Goderich, she was the dearly loved wife of Rob Ross. Proud and adoring mother of… Continue Reading
LAPORTE: Jean-Pierre โJPโ of RR 2 Lucan
JP passed away suddenly at South Huron Hospital on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at the age of 64. Loving husband of Kathy (Talbot) Laporte for 45 years. Proud dad of Ardona and Andy Moulton, Carin Laporte, Meagan Laporte (Hamish McCall), and Taylor Laporte (Conor MacKeigan). Honourary grandpa of Beckett, and Oliver. Beloved son of Lilliane… Continue Reading
LOYENS: Bill of London, formerly of Lucan
Bill came to Canada from Hilvarenbeek, Nord Brabant, The Netherlands, the oldest of six children and the only one who spoke some English. He worked with his dad at the Centralia Airport as an apprentice bricklayer. Around 1986 and in 1990, he served on the London Airport Board of Directors and served three terms with… Continue Reading
MACKECHNIE: Judy Kay
Judy passed away peacefully on Wednesday February 4th, 2026, surrounded by love.Lovingly remembered by David, her husband of 58 years; her children Laurie (Todd), Heather (Stacey), David Andrew (Brie) and Sean; her grandchildren James, Emma, Holden, Journey, Brody, Keegan, Declan, and Evanee; her sister Nancy; and her dear friend Sharon. She will be dearly missed… Continue Reading
JONGENEELEN: Ian Christiaan of Lucan *Updated*
Passed away peacefully with family by his side on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the age of 65. Cherished father of Maxwell, Jacob, and Savannah. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Esther (Doug), Heather (Hank), and Helena. Fondly remembered by nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Christiaan and Margaret, his sister Marjory, his brother and… Continue Reading
VOLK: Edward “Ed” Gordon
VOLK: Peacefully, at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital, on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Edward โEdโ Gordon Volk of Alvinston, formerly of Strathroy and Shipka, age 65. Beloved partner of Elizabeth โBettyโ Anne (Charron) Sutherland. Loved father of Sean Volk of Sarnia and step-father of Duane and Kristy Sutherland of Arkona. Cherished grandpa of Kai Volk. Forever… Continue Reading
MIDDEGAAL: John of Seaforth, formerly of Blyth
John passed away peacefully at Jessicaโs House, Exeter surrounded by his family on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at the age of 84. Cherished husband of Anne (Vanden Hengel) Middegaal for over 59 years. Loving father of Susan and Andy VanDorp, Diane and Ron Coolman, Judy and Craig Rock, and Dave and Amy Middegaal. Proud grandpa… Continue Reading
HARVEY: Robert ‘Bob’ Leonard of London, formerly of Exeter
(1940 – 2026) On a cold and blizzard-like January 27th, 2026โsixteen days shy of his 86th birthdayโRobert โBobโ Leonard Harvey died peacefully at his home, in London, surrounded by his family. Raised in Exeter, Bobโs adolescence came to a premature endโespecially by todayโs standardsโwhen his father removed him from school early so that he could… Continue Reading
OโNEIL: Beverley (Manuel) of RR 4 Denfield
Passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by love and family on Friday, January 30, 2026 at the age of 79. Predeceased by her husband Dan OโNeil Sr. (2019), and her son Tyler Wellington OโNeil (2001). Survived by 7 sons, 3 daughters, 26 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. Loving mother of Daniel Murray OโNeil Jr. 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).