Suddenly at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 of RR 2 Zurich at the age of 98. Beloved husband of the late Marjorie (Vivian) Beierling (1979). Cherished father of Wayne and Joan Beierling of Varna, Joyce and the late Don Kirk of Zurich, and Ruby and the late Robert Sebben of Stratford. Proud grandpa, great-grandpa and great great-grandpa Herb of many grandchildren. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Dorothy and Doug Stephen of Exeter, and Helma Beierling of Hensall. Predeceased by his son Gordon (1999), and brothers Norman, Lorne, and Elmer and sisters-in-law Betty and Gladys.
Herb was a dedicated volunteer within his community. Happily lending a hand with the Zurich Fair, Zurich Bean Festival, Bluewater Rest Home, and Zurich United Church. He was on the board with Hay Mutual Insurance Company. Herb was proud to have lived on his farm on the Goshen Line for over 73 years.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 49 Goshen Street North, ZURICH on Sunday afternoon from 2 – 4 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Monday, February 24th at 11 AM. Interment Bluewater Bronson Line Public Cemetery, Zurich.
Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Marianne and Dan McIver
Joyce, Wayne, Joan, Ruby and family; My sympathy to you and your children. While away, I heard of your loss and am truly sorry. Herb was a gentle, hard working soul who loved his family, friends, and farm life. He was a terrific family friend to us, especially to our dad. They shared farming equipment, harvest yields and the odd cold beverage as well. Even, up to his last days, they still enjoyed their visits.
Hats off to all of you for enabling your dad to remain on the farm as long as he did. He was a strong, independent man, but he couldn’t have done it without your support.
On behalf of our dad, George, and all of the Mathonia families, we offer our deepest condolences.
Marlene Ingram
To Wayne ,Joan and family , So very sorry for your loss ,Herb will be missed .
Al & Sharon Brokenshire
Our deepest sympathy to the Beierling family
Al & Sharon Brokenshire
Marg Deichert
Thinking of Herb’s family at this difficult time. Herb always had a smile – especially when he drove his tractor in the fair parade. Keeping you in our thoughts & prayers.
Marg Deichert, Brad & Vanessa
Marlene and Mary Vivian
To The Beierling Family:
It was with deep sadness on hearing that your dad, our Uncle Herb passed away. To all the members of the family our heartfelt condolences.
His long journey here on earth inspired many and is witnessed through the love of his family, friends and his community.
On those occasions when we visited with him we enjoyed treating him to lunch, then we would gather back at the farmhouse sitting around the kitchen table with Uncle Herb telling and showing us pictures of the family. We also would wander down to the metal Quonset shed where he showed us were he kept all the tractors and how we even got to sit on one.
When we were young children and going to Aunt Marjorie’s and Uncle Herb’s farm for Christmas dinner was such a thrill. They worked hard to put on a wonderful spread for all. We enjoyed sending him birthday and Christmas cards each year. In September 2018 we even spent time helping to pick a few pears from the tree he said he had planted some 72 years ago. He would talk about trying to stay in the farmhouse for 50 years, well he sure past that goal and many more years.
We are glad to have been a part of the extended family circle and blessed to have shared and journeyed this road of life with him. He was a very proud yet a very humble man.
God Bless
Marlene and Mary Vivian
Daughters of Keith and Florence Vivian
Jim oesch
Wayne , Joan and family
Sorry to hear of Herbs passing , l always enjoyed going to his place in my younger years . He was a good man . I would love to be with you on Sunday but am not close to home
Jim
Merv & Dawne Erb
Wayne, Joan and families:
We are very sorry to hear of Herb’s passing away. But at 98 yrs he sure had a great life. And to live on his farm for 73 yrs ! And so healthy up to the end. Occasionally I would stop for a visit if I was going by when he was getting the mail. Always knew who I was and always liked to reminisce about the old days or what was new in farming. I remember on a couple of occasions he and dad would race and try to pass each other on the way home from the Zurich feed mill with their old pickup trucks loaded down with bags of feed. They had the windows rolled down and were egging each other on.. Truly an era is now gone….. and thanks to Herb and you Joan for letting me pick grapes. They made the best jelly..
Chris Wurm
Wayne,Joan& family, sorry for your loss. Thinking of everyone.
Sue Riley
Wayne and Joan…..our deepest sympathy on the passing of your father.
Sue Riley
Glen & Peggy Restemayer
Wayne,Joan & Family,
We were sorry to hear Herb passed away.
Keeping you in our thoughts & prayers
during this difficult time.
Sincere Sympathy,
Glen & Peggy
Lia and Bill Hoggarth
Joan , Wayne and family, So sorry to hear of a loved ones passing. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Paul and Joan Ducharme
Wayne, Joyce and Ruby, our sincere compassion to you and your family on the loss of Dad.
Herb was a great next door neighbor on the Goshen line while we were farming beside him.
Deb & Ken Regier
Ruby & family, So sorry to hear of your loss. Hold all those precious memories close to your heart.
Nancy Denys
The loss of a special man. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Many wonderful memories of a life well lived to celebrate, and cherish. He will continue to watch over you and guide you with our Lords help.
Kathy Kirk
My sympathy to Beierling family.. Herb was a great guy and will be missed by all.
Glen and Donna Greb
So sorry for your loss. He always had a greeting when we saw him and lived a fulfilled life. Thinking of you all. Glen and Donna Greb
Charlene & Victor Herbert
Our sympathy in the loss of Ray’s grand dad.!
Ted and Hilda Lansbergen
Wayne, Joyce, Ruby and families. So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He will be greatly missed.
Shirley Southcott/Harry Plantenga
Wayne , Joan and Family so sorry to hear about the loss of your Father, Grandpa and Great grandfather and great, great grandfather.
Janice Rahme
Dear Wayne and Joan, we are so sorry to hear of your loss.
We are thinking about you and your entire family. Hugs to everyone.
Janice and Stewart
Linda Boyington
My deepest condolences to Herb’s family. I had many happy times as a little girl on the farm. Herb’s infectious smile will be missed by our family.
Linda Boyington (Mathonia)
Bill and Mary Beierling
Wayne Joyce Ruby and families
Uncle Herb was just the cutest and kindest man ever. I enjoyed every conversation i had with him over the years and know that all the memories you have will help you through the days ahead. He is now an angel among the rest of the family in heaven. Hugs to you all
Dorothy Caswell
He touched so many over his lifetime. Always remember going to the farm to visit and he never aged.
He will be remembered. Love Barry and Dorothy Caswell
Glen &Kathy
Joyce and family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Doug and Joyce McBeath
Our sympathy to Wayne and Joan, Joyce and Ruby and your families on you loss. Herb was always ready with a smile and a conversation whenever we met
paul and louise haggitt
Wayne , Joan and Family
Sorry to hear of Herbs passing.
He will live on forever in your hearts.
May he rest in peace.
Shellie McLeod
Dave and girls
My deepest condolences in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and problems are with you and your families.
Barb Moore (Forrester)
Wayne,Joyce, Ruby and families:
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. I will always remember the good times we had as kids at the farm. He was always a good neighbour to our family. RIP Herb.
Linda Fahner
Wayne, Joan & family, sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He will be missed by all of his family and friends.
Dianne Weber
Thinking of you all. All your memories will keep Herb in your hearts forever. Hugs