Passed peacefully at home in Hensall, surrounded by her family, in her 67th year on Friday, October 30, 2026. Beloved wife of Paul W. Smale. Loved step-mom of Jeff and Ashley Smale. Granny of Colby, Layla, and Remy Smale. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Jeff and Rhonda Hedden, Larry Stire, Debbie and John Arnold, Mike… Continue Reading
Archives for October 2026
BELL: Daniel โDanโ William of London, formerly of Exeter
Passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at the age of 65. Beloved partner of Joyce Boateng. Cherished father of Shay-Lyn Bell and Bronson Barnes, Summer Bell, and Matthew Bell. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Dave and Roxane Bell. Fondly remembered by his many aunts, uncles and many cousins. Predeceased by his… Continue Reading
RADTKE: Alida (Kuysten) of Ailsa Craig
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alida โAlliโ unexpectedly but peacefully at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at the age of 82. Cherished wife of Robert โBobโ Radtke for over 52 years. Loving mom of Kevin and Denise Radtke, and Jeff and Kim Radtke. Proud grandma… Continue Reading
WEBBER: Dorothy Hope (Alderson) of Exeter
Passed away peacefully at Spruce Lodge, Stratford, on Monday, October 26, 2026, at the age of 98. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Webber (2009). Loving mother of Cliff and Elaine, Craig and Janice, Ron and Gaye. Proud grandmother of Hilary and Rob, Jill and Jamie, Katie and John, Sarah and Cory, Chad and Michelle,… Continue Reading
THAUVETTE: Louis David of Goderich
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Louis David Thauvette on October 25, 2026 at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital in his 78th year. Louis is now reunited with his beloved wife Mary Thauvette. He leaves behind many coffee buddies, and his friend Debbie Malone. He was known to travel to… Continue Reading
SPIARS: Elizabeth โBethโ (McDonald)
Elizabeth (Beth) Spiars (nรฉe McDonald) passed away peacefully in her 85th year, leaving behind a family who loved her dearly and a lifetime of beautiful memories to cherish. Elizabeth lived an extraordinary life, beginning her career as an airline stewardess with American Airlines during the golden age of travel. Her love of travel took her… Continue Reading
MADDOCKS: Alan Charles of Grand Bend
A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Tuesday, October 27 at the young age of 82. Born on January 2, 1944, in Port Talbot, Wales, Alan spent his final hours in the wonderful care of the South Huron Hospital staff in Exeter. The family extends their deepest gratitude… Continue Reading
RUPERT: John David โDaveโ of Exeter
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of John David Rupert (“Dave”) on October 16th in Exeter, Ontario.ย He was born in Toronto on August 10, 1957 and grew up in the Greenwood area.ย Dave passed away suddenly while doing what he loved and always didโpreparing dinner for his family. Dave… Continue Reading
MCCLENNAN: Audry Mavis of Kippen
Passed away unexpectedly at Brightshores Health System, Southampton Hospital, on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at the age of 81. Beloved wife of Brian Triebner for 47 years. Cherished mother of Jonathan and Matthew Triebner, and doting mom to Annie. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Doreen Schuler, Elaine โTinyโ McClennan and Phyllis McClennan. Fondly remembered by… Continue Reading
VERMUNT: Laurie (Pepper) of Bluewater
Suddenly at home, on Saturday, October 24, 2026 of Bluewater Township in her 63rd year. Cherished wife of Joe Vermunt for over 35 years. Loving daughter of Joyce and the late Cecil Pepper. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Brenda Newell (the late Jud), Marilyn Promoli (Julian), Joanne Keller (the late Steve), Liz Masse (Gary), Joanne… Continue Reading
O’ROURKE: Shane David of Cambridge
September 17, 1974 – October 22, 2026 It is with the heaviest of hearts that we remember and honour the life of Shane David OโRourke, a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Shane was a man who loved fiercely, lived boldly, and had a way of making people laugh that could brighten even… Continue Reading
MCLACHLAN: Maurice Glen โTractorโ of Vanastra
It is with heavy hearts that we announce Glenโs passing on Thursday, October 22, 2026 in his 75th year. Born in Seaforth, Ontario, Glen spent his life in Huron County, where he built a life surrounded by family, friends, and a community he cared deeply about. Glen was the devoted husband of Linda (Bailey) McLachlan… Continue Reading
SKINNER: Dane Myers of Seaforth
Dane Myers Skinner, aged 80, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on October 13, 2026, in Seaforth, Ontario. Born on June 21, 1946, in LaFleche, Saskatchewan, Dane was the son of Wayne and Della Skinner. Throughout his life, Dane wore many hats: military man, surfer, hippie, world traveler, cowboy, poet, mountain man, explosives technician,… Continue Reading
GODDARD: Joyce of Goderich
Joyce Leon Goddard a mom, a devoted wife, a cherished mother, a loving grandmother and great grandmother passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday October 17, 2026 at Southbridge Goderich at the age of 93. Joyce is now reunited with her beloved husband, David โDaveโ Goddard. She leaves behind her daughter, Karen (Brian) Crane…. Continue Reading
AUNGER: J. Peter of London, formerly of Exeter
Peter passed away peacefully at Southbridge London Long Term Care Home on October 18, 2026, surrounded by his daughters, in his 87th year. Peter spent most of his adult life in Exeter, ON relocating to London, ON in 2019. He was predeceased by the first love of his life, Agnes Ann Winter, as well as… Continue Reading
WARD: Shirley Ann (Brodie) of Orangeville, formerly of Goderich and Chatham
August 13, 1930- October 8, 2026 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley Ann Ward (Brodie), age 96. Shirley was born in Chatham, Ontario, August 13, 1930, to Ruby and Wilfred Brodie (both deceased). Growing up on a farm in Chatham Township, she was the oldest of five siblings. She leaves… Continue Reading
WALSH: Dennis Bud ‘Doc’ of Grand Bend, formerly of Woodstock and London
In Loving Memory of Dennis Bud โDocโ Walsh It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dennis Bud โDocโ Walsh on October 6, 2026 at the age of 79. Dennis was born in Grand Falls, Newfoundland, the first of eight children born to Marion and Anthony Walsh. He is survived by his… Continue Reading
COOPER: Floyd of Elimville
Floyd passed away peacefully at the South Huron Hospital on Sunday, October 18, 2026 of Elimville in his 90th year. Devoted husband of Shirley (Morley) for 66 years. Loving father and father-in-law of Kathy and Robert Bray, Nancy and Dan Smith, Joan Cooper and Carolyn May, and Jan Cooper. Proud grandpa of Vanessa (Matt), Kristy,… Continue Reading
TUCKEY: Douglas Arthur
90 Years of Stories, Family, Faith and Memories Douglas Arthur Tuckey, born in Ottawa, lived a wonderful 90 years, and if there was one thing Doug never ran short of, it was stories! Growing up as one of 16 siblings, life was never dull. With that many brothers and sisters, there were bound to be… Continue Reading
PENHALE: Geary โGarโ of Exeter
Today, we raise a glass to a man who brought laughter, kindness, and friendship into the lives of so many. He was the beloved son of the late Thomas and Marian (Glanville) Penhale. Gar was more than a friend he was a storyteller, and a man who knew how to make people laugh. He had… Continue Reading
GOLDIE: Bonnie (Chillingworth) of St. Marys formerly of Lucan
Passed away peacefully in her home with family by her side on Thursday, October 15, 2026 at the age of 83. Bonnie was reunited with her beloved late husband Norm (2020) on their 50th wedding anniversary. Loving mom of Sherrie Simpson (John), the late Lezlie (2009) (John), David Hinge (Wendy), and Todd Goldie. Proud nana… Continue Reading
GARRETT: Brooklyn Nicole
On October 14, 2026, Our little lamb, Brooklyn Nicole Garrett, passed peacefully from her parents loving arms, into her eternal life in the arms of Jesus. Brooklyn was born on September 4, 2026, weighing under 1 pound, and fought to live for 40 precious days and nights. Her small but mighty life has left an… Continue Reading
TUCKEY: Wayne of Exeter
Wayne passed away peacefully at the Exeter Villa with family by his side on Thursday, October 15, 2026 at the age of 93. Beloved husband of Marjorie (McBride) Tuckey for over 73 years. Loving father of Susan Turnbull (the late Ian), the late Bryan Tuckey, Jill Tuckey (Lee), Pete Tuckey (Janet). Proud grandpa of Katherine… Continue Reading
HUGHES: Dwight of RR 1 Ailsa Craig
Gone too soon, Dwight passed away peacefully at LHSC โ Victoria Hospital on September 26, 2026 of RR 1 Ailsa Craig at the age of 60. Cherished brother of Ronna Austin of Ailsa Craig, Rhea Rowe of Baden, and twin sister Debbie Hughes and Dan OโNeil Jr. of Birr. Proud uncle of Sawyer Rowe, Emily… Continue Reading
CUNNINGHAM: Deborah Ann (Norris) of Stratford formerly of Niagara Falls
It is with heavy hearts we announce that Deborah Cunningham, of Niagara Falls and Stratford Ont., has passed suddenly but peacefully at the age of 60, in her home on Wednesday October 14, 2026. Deborah was the proud owner of Whispering Pines Bed & Breakfast of Stratford, and before that she spent a good portion… 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).