On Thursday, May 28, 2020, Donald James Cassell was promoted to Glory, at the age of 89. Cherished husband of Mary (Page) (Cudmore) for over 40 years. Remembered by his children, Glenn and Jacqueline (Thornton) Cassell, Lorraine and Joseph Poitras, Shaun and Susan (Toews) Cassell, Sherry and Warren Rood and Amy and Jim Lees, as well as his step-children, Craig and Linda (Dutchak) Cudmore, Karen and Tony Pietrangelo and Doug and Astrid (Van Den Broek) Cudmore. He is forever in the hearts of his 22 grandchildren and 16.5 great-grandchildren. Donald is survived by his siblings Kay, Garnet and Hudson. Predeceased by his daughter, Pamela, his grandson Robert and his siblings Ross, Eleanor, Della and Richard.
A private family memorial service will be held on Monday, June 1st at 10 AM. Though the service is private, the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live by visiting https://www.facebook.com/haskettfh. Cremation with interment Exeter Cemetery. Photos and other information is also available at http://doncassell.ca.
Donations to Alzheimer Society of Huron County, Exeter Pentecostal Tabernacle, or the Salvation Army would be appreciated by the family.
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).
Tim Bishop
The best Grand-pa ever and as the first grandchild I still miss him so much to this day.
love you grand-pa and thank you for helping me be who I am today
Lori Sims
Our sincere condolences to you, Mary and to your family. Lori, Jane and Bob, on behalf of your forever friend and neighbor Edna.
Joan McLean
Dearest Mary: I just saw in the obituaries of the passing of Don. Last time we connected was when Dr. Dennis Goddell was having meetings at your church in Exeter. I have know you since High School Days in Exeter. May you know he is at everlasting peace with his Saviour and Lord. Hold onto the precious memories and the good times that you had together. Blessings and love, Joan Gingerich Stapleton McLean.
Glenn passed away at 60 and then I was alone for 10 years when I met my present husband. We have been married–it will be 7 years tomorrow. Get in touch with me through my e-mail address.
Barbarabeckett
Mary
So sorry for your loss.
Can’t believe you were married for 40 years.
Remember Don staying with us til the wedding.
Thinking of you at this difficult time❤️
Barb&Jim
Don and Brenda Triebner
Mary and Family, Don and I were so sorry to hear about Don,. Keeping you in our prayers
Bernice & Bob Boogemans
Mary, So sorry Don passed away. We enjoyed his visits with us at “The Crossings social gatherings before going to the Villa. Our sincere sympathy. Bob and Bernice
Exeter Villa
The residents and staff of Exeter Villa, join our hearts in an expression of sympathy and condolence to you and your family at this time of sorrow. May the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
The residents and staff of the Exeter Villa send their heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Terri and Paul Clark
To Mary and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as your mourn the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. I have memories of times spent together with our families, when we were living around the corner on Blue Forest Drive in London in the eighties.
Terri (nee: De Vlugt) Clark
and Paul Clark
Ken and Kim Pinder
Sorry Mary to hear of Don’s passing. I remember Don from our Playhouse Days. Thinking of you and your family at this sad time.
Gerald McAuley
So sorry to read of Don’s passing. Now he is in the presence of his Lord. Am with John and Bernie in Burlington for the last month. Returning to London next week. At least I have company during this shut down. May God bless you and yours.
Brent and Cyndi Kinch
Wishing all the family sincere condolences uncle Donnie was such a quiet and kind man. He looks so much like grandpa now. Wow. Rest In Peace uncle Don. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. It was nice to have a video of the service.
Al and Mary Draisey
Sending deepest sympathy in Don`s passing. Don was always lots of fun at the day away program at One Care. We always had a good time playing cards. We missed Don when he moved to the Villa. He is at peace now in the arms of the Lord. God Bless each of you.
Mary Draisey (volunteer One Care)
Elaine England
So sorry for your loss. I spent Tuesdays playing cards with Don when he went to day away program at One Care . Don was a gentle happy man enjoying his card game all ways smiling. I loved that smile and great spirit he brought to my life while volunteering at One Care Don will be missed and remembered by ant one that knew him. God Bless
Randy Chapman
Mary and family. I am so sorry to hear about Don’s passing. I hope that your cherished memories will help you through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Maryann Topp
Mary I am so sorry for your loss. I well remember visiting you both when you lived in London many years ago.
Maryann Topp
Carolyn and Gerald Johns
Our family have many great memories of Don and Mary living across the corner as they grew up. Don was at our house often to share his drywall and masonry skills. Their swimming pool was also a welcome place to cool off on a hot summer day. For that many thanks. Don was often seen cutting his lawn and very long lane way with his electric lawn mower. Not sure how many extension codes that took. LOL. A man with a smile. And so proud of family.
He will be missed by many.
Nancy Elford (Cassell)
So sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Don. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you connect tomorrow for the service. May God richly bless all of you as you reflect on Don’s life.
jack reginald triebner
Sorry for the loss of your husband Donald , Our condolences from
Betty Blue & .Friend Jack .
Bob & Sharon Pavkeje
Sending our condolences to your family.
Judy Hansen
Sorry for the loss of a Husband Father and Grandpa to.
Garnet & Isobel Cassell
So sorry at the passing of Don. We have been praying for you as a Family at this time, for comfort & peace.
Be assured of our continued thoughts & prayers in th future.
Mark Isaac
Mary and family…
I was sorry to learn of your loss. Don was a great man. What a blessing to know he is with the Father.
Melonie Miller
Mary & family
Our sympathy in the loss of your husband Don….take care
Barry & Melonie Miller
Dianne Waun
Thinking of you and your family, Mary and remembering Don as the most helpful neighbour ever!
Love Dianne
Rob and Sondra Macdonald
Dear Mary and family: Rob and I remember fondly our many visits with you Mary and Don, mainly at moms cottage. Also, so many special times sharing precious moments of how God touched the four of us through the Toronto blessing and prayer times together. We pray God’s comfort to you and the family. With love Sondra and Rob
Ruth Johnson
Mary, our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Ruth and Larry Johnson
Les Cudmore and Jane Eagan
Barb Eisenschink
Mary, I am sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kurt and Carrianne Ritter
We are sorry for your loss. We pray God’s blessings on you and your family at this time of sorrow. But we rejoice that he is in the arms of Jesus.
Yvonne Reynolds
Mary, my thoughts and prayers have been with you during these recent difficult days, and will continue for you. We know Don is safe in the arms of Je sus, and you will see him again, no more good-byes. I am here for you. Yvonne
Evelyn Vincent
Jacqueline, Glenn and family
So sorry to read of the passing of Glenn’s father. May God grant peace and comfort
Joseph Grespan
My condolences Karen to you and your family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time……
Jackie Donovan
So sorry to hear. May you draw comfort from the Lord. Praying for you all
John and Jackie (Fulcher)
Donovan
Jena Ososkalo
We are so sorry for your loss. It’s hard when things in life change and a loved one passes on. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord comfort you all.
Stephan and Jena (Donovan) Ososkalo and Family
(Kay Fulcher’s Grandaughter from NY)
Ruth Stuart & Jenna Chappel
Thoughts and prayers to Don ‘s family during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy to you all
Barbara Mitchell
My sincere condolences and prayers Mary to you and your family. Godbless
Steve & Christina Mabb
My condolences to all the family ,so sorry for your loss,God be with you all
Donna Perry
Mary and Family
I am so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. I am sure you will have many wonderful memories to share with each other.
Hugs Donna
Rod Chaulk
Allow me to give my condolences to Mary and the family. What a perfect picture of him with that smile. Don was a character that’s for sure. Whenever I was around him you could often here Mary say Oh Don. Now be nice to Pastor Rod, and he would just smile after giving me a zinger.
Don you’ve graduated to heavens court. You’ve entered your rest. Now be nice to Peter and John and the boys.
Love and Prayers
Pastor Rod and Karen Chaulk
Jeane Lennips
Love and prayers to the family. Donnie will be missed. He was a great man who enjoyed life.
Jane Haggitt
Mary, my deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts are with you at this time. God bless