DESJARDINE: Peacefully, but unexpectedly, surrounded by the love of his family, at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich, on Wednesday, December 9, 2020, R.W. Morley Desjardine, of Grand Bend, age 82. Beloved husband and duet partner of Mildred “Millie” (Jesske) Desjardine. Loved father and father-in-law of Richard and Kathryn Desjardine of Grand Bend and Kenneth “Ken” and Aimee Desjardine of Saskatoon, SK. Cherished grandpa of Evan, Marissa, Samara, Toben, and Ali Desjardine. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Evelyn and Art Krueger of Parkhill, Rev. Stan and Patricia Desjardine of Plattsville, Fred and Marlene Desjardine of Grand Bend, Elma and Albert Herrmann, Arlene Jesske and Emma Jesske all of Medicine Hat, AB. Remembered by his many nieces, nephews and their families. Morley was dearly loved by his many students at Huron Centennial in Brucefield and Usborne Central Schools. His deep love for his Lord and Saviour and his commitment to his faith were rooted in all aspects of his life. Morley loved spending time with Millie and his family at their cottage. Predeceased by his parents Howard and Wilma (Kernohan) Desjardine. Resting at the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood, on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Due to COVID-19 Restrictions, to reserve a time slot Please call the Funeral Home at 519-237-3532), followed by a private family service at the Church of God, Grand Bend – if you wish to join the funeral service from your home, please click the youtube link at 2:00 p.m. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDDmWcXCqlRI5pjGak_9pmg. Pastor Frank Struth Officiant. Interment Grand Bend Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations (payable directly) to the Church of God, Grand Bend, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada or the Kidney Foundation of Canada would be appreciated by the family.
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Jacqueline Marie
Dearest Millie and family
We are so sorry to hear of this, our thoughts are with you
Love Peter, Jackie and Cole
Karn Durdin
Millie, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Morley. He was such a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Karn Durdin and Family
Jean Hodgert
To Millie – sending my deepest sympathy on Morley’s passing. I have many good memories of working with Morley at Usborne Central.
from Morleys “across the hall co-worker” – Jean Hodgert
Jackie Morgan
Mr. Desjardine was my grade seven and eight teacher. An outstanding teacher and a superb person. I am terribly sorry for your loss.
Mary Moffatt
Millie and family,
I was so sorry to learn that Morley passed away. I have great memories of Morley from the many years we taught together at Huron Centennial School. He was well loved by students and staff. Morley had a great smile and a good sense of humour that we all enjoyed. My sincere condolences to his family.
Mary Moffatt
Glenda Waddell
Millie and Family
Our deepest condolences to you and your family
Paul & Glenda Waddell
Sandra Newton
Dear Millie and family,
I was saddened to hear of Morley’s passing. My sincere condolences to everyone.I pray that your treasured memories will keep you strong. I enjoyed teaching with Morley at Usbourne school. He was always positive and friendly; a true gentlemen. He will be missed by many people. Because of his faith, while you are mourning his loss; others are rejoicing to meet him behind the veil.
Cathie (Sim) Alexander
My sincere condolences to the Desjardine family. Morley was one of my favourite teachers and thought of him many times over the years, wondering how he was doing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Cathie (Sim) Alexander
Bert Kernohan
Our deepest condolences in hearing of the the passing of Morley
Remembered by
Bert and Karen Kernohan
Janet (Postma) Beldman
I was a student of Mr. Dejardine in Huron Centennial School. I liked his calm, quiet manner and remember the year we had him for Geography, he got married. It was an age that I didn’t think teachers had lives outside of school so it was quite a surprise for me when I heard that. I remember him teaching all the capitals of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories. I recall having a test on that and I got 100% on it but noticed I had made an error. I brought it to his attention but he said my 100% mark stayed because he hadn’t noticed the error. Great teacher.
Xavier and Ruthanne Boogemans
So very very sorry to hear of Morleys passing . We are thinking of You Millie and the Family we know MORLEY WILL BE GREATLY MISSED
GOD BLESS You Love Xavier and Ruthanne
Flo Keillor
Dear Millie,
I was saddened to read of Morley’s passing. I met Morley when I taught at HCS. In 1985 we took my grade 8 class on an overnight trip to Camp Sylvan. Morley had been on this trip many times and was so kind to me, a city girl, who had never seen a covered wagon! We later enjoyed many chats in the senior hall and in the staff room. My thoughts are with you and your family. May your memories of happy times brighten the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Flo Keillor
Linda Crerar
My Condolences to the Desjardine family. I fondly remember “Mr. Desjardine” as I was one of his students from Huron Centennial School. He was a great teacher that guided students in a quiet, respectful manner. He will be missed.
Linda Crerar
Linda Dietrich
Millie & Family,
Our sincere sympathy for your loss, thinking of all of you.
Jim & Linda Dietrich
Harv & Evelyn Vincent
Millie and family
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. Morley is home with Jesus. Praying for GOd’s peace, comfort and strength for each of you during this difficult time.
Richard and Wendy Jennison
Millie and Family,
Wendy and I wish your memories of this gentle kind man to sustain you in this time of heart ache. I can still picture this good man as our Sunday school leader with respect for his quiet manner and easy smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rich and Wendy
Warren & Marilyn Krueger & Family
We were so saddened to receive the news of Uncle Morley’s passing. Our hearts hurt with yours. Know that we love you and are surely covering you in a blanket of prayer.
Warren & Marilyn Krueger & Family