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BENNEWIES: Raymond of Exeter and formerly of London and Coldstream

March 17, 2019 By Haskett Funeral Homes 16 Condolences

BENNEWIES: Raymond of Exeter and formerly of London and Coldstream

After a long courageous battle with cancer at LHSC-Victoria Hospital on Friday, March 15, 2019 of Exeter formerly of London and Coldstream at the age of 78.  Loving and devoted husband of Marjorie (Hodgert) Bennewies for over 54 years.  Dear brother and brother-in-law of Earl and Laura Bennewies of Mitchell, Jean and Wilfred Drager of Seaforth, Cheryl and Earl Rock of Walton, and Norlene Bennewies of Mitchell.  Beloved God father of Vicki Bennewies of Cannington, Doug Taylor of Sudbury and Christine Rock of Calgary.  Fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by his parents Adeline and Norman Bennewies, his parents-in-law Mike and Kathleen Hodgert, brothers Willard and Harold and a sister Elaine Bossence. Ray will be reunited with his four legged friends Frosty and Mitzi. 

A celebration of Ray’s life will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, EXETER,  on Saturday, April 27th, from 1-4 PM with Words of Remembrance from Pastor Eric Skillings held at 2 PM. A private family graveside service has taken place at the Exeter Cemetery. 

Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, the South Huron Hospital Foundation or the OSPCA would be appreciated by the family.  

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  1. joanne mcintosh

    March 27, 2019 at 10:59 AM

    Marjorie,
    We are so sorry to hear this sad news about Ray. We never had the chance for long visits, but it was always so nice to see you and Ray…he was a lovely, kind man. We know he will be very much missed, and we are thinking of you at this sad time.
    Sincerely,
    Joanne Hodgert McIntosh

  2. Jean and Don Armstrong

    March 22, 2019 at 11:52 AM

    Marjorie, Ray was such a good friendly and happy person. We still can,t believe he has left us.

    Cherish your memories of all the good times together. Thinking of you and sending our sincere sympathy and love.

    We will be unable to attend due to our own health issues. Don and Jean

  3. Carolyn(Simpson) McCabe

    March 20, 2019 at 4:52 PM

    Marjorie So sorry to hear of Rays passing. My Mom ( I believe) made your wedding cake. My condolence to you and family.

  4. Don & Helen Schram

    March 20, 2019 at 11:05 AM

    Helen & I are sorry to lose Raymond .

    I have worked with Ray throughout our careers & we had a long friendship.

    Our Prayers are with the family.

    Don & Helen

  5. Denys and Elaine Watson

    March 20, 2019 at 10:10 AM

    Marjorie . So sorry for the loss of Ray. He will be and sadly missed at ORO. He was a great guy and always fun at shuffleboard, eucher, and St. Pats parade

  6. Christa DeGrace

    March 19, 2019 at 9:32 PM

    Marjorie
    I am so sorry to hear about Ray. My thoughts and prayers are with and your family.

  7. Charlotte & Harvey Norton

    March 19, 2019 at 10:22 AM

    Our sincere sympathy to Marjorie on the passing of Ray. We knew him from shuffleboard in Hensall. We had so many laughs and good times together there. He was a kind and gentle man and we will miss him.

  8. Joyce Black

    March 19, 2019 at 10:14 AM

    Marjorie, Cheryl and Earl and all family members – I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Ray and he will be missed. Keep the happy memories close to your hearts of the fun times you had together with family and friends when on holidays or gatherings. Thinking of everyone at this sad time and sending sincere sympathy.

  9. Ken and Anne Murray

    March 18, 2019 at 10:17 PM

    Our sincere condolences to you, Marjorie and the Bennewies/Drager/Rock families. We hope your memories of the good times will help see you through this difficult time.

  10. Peg Elligsen

    March 18, 2019 at 8:26 PM

    Our deepest sympathy Marjorie and family. Many happy memories from the years past. Cherish your memories Marjorie.
    Peg Elligsen and Ron Mikel

  11. Beth Prouty

    March 18, 2019 at 11:55 AM

    Marjorie, I am so sorry to hear of Ray,s passing. What a shock. I will be praying for you. You and your family have my sincere condolences.

  12. Bill and Dianne BeuermanL

    March 18, 2019 at 8:00 AM

    To Marjorie and all the Bennewies family we are so sorry for your loss.

  13. Barb Willard

    March 18, 2019 at 7:30 AM

    Marjorie – I am so very sorry to hear of Rays passing. My condolences to you and your family!

  14. Al and Vickie Harvey

    March 17, 2019 at 7:53 PM

    Marjorie so sorry to here of Ray passing
    You both were very kind to us when we rented from you
    Please accept our condolences

    Vickie and Al Harvey

  15. Jim and Elaine Tomlinson

    March 17, 2019 at 6:39 PM

    Dear Marjorie
    So very sorry to hear of Rays passing. Our condolences go out to you and families.

  16. Ron & Elaine Schmidt

    March 17, 2019 at 5:30 PM

    Ray was such a good campground friend. Always so caring & fun to spend time & share stories & experiences with.
    We always looked forward to the weekends when he & Marjorie were at their trailer so we could sit & chat with them & attend pot lucks & bingo.
    We can’t express how much we will miss him. He was a wonderful person.
    Our heartfelt condolences go out to Marjorie & Ray’s family.

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