Suddenly, at home on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 of Exeter in his 39th year. Dear husband of Norma Culbert for over 15 years. Proud dad of Mackenzie and Michael at home. Dear son of Darlene and John Leybourne of Paisley, and grandson of Phyllis and Chuck Collett of Crediton. Loved son-in-law of Ron and Debbie Culbert of London. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Justin and Jami Ducharme of London, Tara Jesney and Caroline Sullivan of Clinton; Laura Culbert of London, and Sarah Culbert of Exeter. Fondly remembered by Marion Culbert, best friend Steve and Amy Mason and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main) on Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Monday, December 18th at 11 AM with Rev. Darrell Shaule officiating. Cremation with interment Crediton Cemetery.
Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Diabetes Canada, South Huron Minor Hockey, Trust Fund for MacKenzie and Michael or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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Jennifer Wilkinson-Feltz
Norma and Family,
So sorry for your loss of John.
My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Scott Bogart
Thinking of you at this most difficult time. Thoughts and prayers are with you guys.
The Bogart’s
Scott, Lynda, Luke and Heath
George and Sue Wilson
To all of John-Wayne’s family, you have our heartfelt sympathy. Cherish your wonderful memories. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue Wilson
Jeff O'Brien
Norma, Mackenzie and Michael,
Unfortunately I will be unable to attend the visitation so I would like to send my heartfelt condolences to you during this difficult time. You will be in my thoughts.
Jeff O’Brien
Linda Wilkinson
Norma & family –
My deepest condolences on your loss.
John Leybourne
Wishing my wife darlene leybourne her mom phyllis her dad chuck sister vicki daughter in law norma and both boys mikey and mackenzie my deepest and sincere condolences in this time of sorrow…John wayne was a excellent father to his boys a great friend to everyone who had the chance to meet him..and an awesome son…i may not have known him his entire life but i have known him for over 17 years and ive been with him though thick and thin..we always had fun working on whichever classic car i had at the time or riding an atv with no helmit and getting in trouble like i did….John wayne u were taking from us way too soon and u will always have a spot in everyones heart.. keep the cars purring up there jw and i will see u in the future
Mark and Liz Mason
Sending deepest condolences to all that are affected by John Wayne’s passing.
May the warm and loving memories be there to help you through this very sad and difficult time .. sending our deepest condolences .. Mark & Liz Mason and family
Martin/Jo Anne Clarke
Norma and Boys :
Thinking of you at this sad time
We are so sorry on your loss of
John.
Sincerely Martin & Jo Anne Clarke
Maryjane Parsons
Just unbelievable to hear…So sorry to John Wayne’s family,he loved you all. How many of us are still going to expect to see him somewhere , hear his wisecrack remark, or see that sparkle in his eyes that were full of devilment???? I know I will. He was always good to me,even as a teenager. Sorry this happened.
Sincerely Maryjane Parsons (MJ)
Linda Froats
Sending our sympathy and concern for you and your family Norma.
Tom, Tracy Humphreys and family
Norma, Mackenzie, Micheal, Darlene, Justin, Tara and rest of family.
I was shocked to hear of John’s passing. He had grown up to be a wonderful man and father. He will be missed. May cherished memories be with you always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Tom, Tracy, Samantha and Tommy
Justin
I miss you bro. We will meet again on the other side.
Carolyn Hartman Sweiger
Phyllis, Chuck, Darlene and family. So very sorry for your deep loss. Thinking of all of you and sending lots of love and blessings…
Ken & Jane Haggitt
Norma and family,. Words cannot express our shock and sadness at John’s passing. We will miss his enthusiasm at hockey games. Our thoughts are with you and the kids.
rod
Sorry to hear of your loss, Darlene and family. my heart goes out to you all from Rod.
Dave and Marlene(Clarke) Mitton
Dear Darlene and families so sorry to hear of John Wayne’s passing. Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time. With our deepest Sympathy
Brenda Morgan
Norma, and boys, Darlene and John, Phyllis and Chuck, Ron and Deb, and siblings.,, I am so truly sorry for your loss. John Wayne was one of a kind, kind of guy,, who everyone liked. His “smart ass” dry sense of humor, his quick wit, and his friendly personality will be missed by so many. I doubt there is anyone who met John Wayne that didn’t automatically like him. as there was nothing not to like. There is a big void in your lives now, that nothing will ever fill. It is going to take time, and a lot of support from family and friends to help you through this,, and we are all here, if you need a hand or a shoulder to lean on. You are in my thoughts and prayers, especially during this very tough time in the following days ahead. Hugs to you all..
Margaret Brintnell
Darlene Phyllis & Chuck & all of John’s family
So sorry to hear about John. So young. He will be missed by all his family & those who knew him. May God grant all of you the extra strength needed at this very sad & difficult time. Thinking of all of you.
Ray and Judy Mills
Please accept my deepest sympathy at your loss of a son, husband, father, brother and friend. I knew John Wayne at Exeter Public School, many years ago. I first met him on the school yard as a very young lad and he made quite an impression. He was trying to carve a spot for himself in the world the only way he knew how at the time. By reading all of the comments on this web site, I can tell he carved quite a wonderful spot for himself among his family and friends. I am so pleased he grew up to be a fine young man, funny, lovable, quick witted, memorable. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends at their loss.
Judy Mills
Don & Dorothy Lankin
Norma, Debbie, Ron & Family
We are sorry for your loss .
Lindsey (DeBlock) Sinclair
My deepest condolences to the entire family at this difficult time.
Melissa, Sean & Family
Your time here with us was too short, but the impact you made was immense and touched the lives of so many. God said your job on earth was done and called you home. Fly high with the angels and keep an eye on us from above. RIP, brother… you will be missed greatly, but forever be in our hearts ❤ Hugs to Norma, Mackenzie & Mikey and the many other family members affected by this great loss.
Rob Marshall
I was shocked to here John Wayne had passed away! I’m glad I was able to see him this summer. We were still able to joke about him wanting to kick the Mustang, though he did not, because I had ticked him off for some reason or another. He was a regular face at our house, when he came to see the girls. My heart felt condolence to John Wayne’s family and friends. Rob.
Helen Hodgins
I first met John as a little boy when Grandma Phyllis would bring him to the library in Exeter. I watched him grow into a young man, husband and father to two active boys. Please accept my sincere condolences for this sudden loss.
Monica
There are no words that I can say that would make this time any less painful. He made his mark on this earth and he will be remembered always.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick and Lyne Culbert
Norma, Mackenzie, and Michael
We are so sorry to hear of John’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are
with you at this difficult time.
Tom/Dorothy
Darlene and family: so sorry to hear of John’s passing , our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family .
Martha
So sorry to hear John was a great kid we enjoyed his company at our son Dons sleep overs .
William, Brenda, and Charlotte Hawkins
Norma, Mackenzie, Michael, Ron, Debbie, Laura, and Sarah;
We offer our sincere condolences to all of you during this very difficult time. We were shocked to hear the news about John. He was wonderful to you Norma and such a devoted father and I know you all loved him so much. We will miss his quick wit and funny comments as he always made everyone laugh. A very gentle soul, taken too soon. Cherish all of the memories you have made.
Love, William, Brenda and Charlotte Hawkins
Stephenie Richards
Norma and boys
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of John. Such an amazing and caring guy. I will missing seeing him at all the school functions.
Brandie
Norma, Mackenzie & Michael, I am so sorry for your loss. John, you will be greatly missed by so many that you touched in your short time on this earth. You were an awesome person and I will never forget you, my brother from another mother.
Maryellen
Words annot express the sorrow. Will miss the banter and jokes. Sending hugs and prayers.
Amanda
Justin, Tara and Family deepest sympathy’s to you and your family I n this hard time.
Kathy Kenney-Slaven
My thoughts and deepest Condolences to all his families and friends,
May you find comfort knowing, you’ll always have an angel with you.
R.I.P John Wayne, you were a wonderful man and will be sadly missed by many
Mary Smallacombe
Norma and family I am so sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Dorthea Bowery
John Wayne was such a good kind hearted man loved by so many and treasured by his family. I am so sorry for your loss and send hugs and prayers.
Mike & Leanne Restemayer
So very sorry to hear of John’s passing. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Our deepest sympathies.
Elaine & Gary Faulds
Our deepest sympathy to all the family in the loss of John Wayne.
Ray White
Sorry to hear about your loss Norma and family
Amy Walper-Bedard
My heart goes out to you Norma, Mackenzie and Michael. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic time. John was a good guy and will be missed by many.
Jack and Lynda Conlin
Deepest sympathy to all……thoughts and prayers are with you all…
Shane&Connie Lesperance
Darlene, John,Justin,Tara. Norma,Mackenzie and Micheal. I am so sorry for your loss. John Wayne was such a wonderful person. Cherish all your memories of him that will keep you going throughout all this. Along with family and friends to help you at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Shane, Connie, Charles, Chad and Zachary.
Ted Ducharme
Uncle Ted and Aunt Janny send our condolences to the families of John Wayne.
Lots of fond memories to hang on to.
In our prayers
A very sad day. He will be missed I’m sure.
Isaac, Erin, Asher and Silas Moore
Heartbroken to hear about John Wayne, a good neighbour and friend to us on William. He will be missed. Thoughts and support from the Moore family to Norma, Mack, Mikey and the rest of John’s family.
Dale Grant
Norma, Darlene, and Family:
I remember John Wayne as a youngster when babysitting him and Justin. He grew up to be a wonderful young man the a wonderful husband and amazing father. He would come in for his tea all the time and always have a smile and a joke. His wonderful love of the Toronto Maple Leafs and the silly bet I made with him last year. I will miss his smile and sense of humor.
Norma,, and boys, always remember you have wonderful memories of your husband and father.
I pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief.
I send you thoughts of comfort.
Dale
John and Pat Riddell
Norma and boys. Our sincere sympathy and thoughts are with you at this time. God bless.
Wendy Thomas
Dear Norma and boys….so, so heartbroken for all of you. Remembering John as a lovely, kind and caring man. You’re in my thoughts and prayers ……
Archbishop Dr. Michael R. Foreman
Dear Darlene and your family!
What a shock, I can hardly believe it myself. I always like John, he was a great guy.
My deepest heart felt condolences to you and your family.
May God be with you in these times.
Lorraine Pacheco Sutherland
Dearest Norma and family .
Sending you my warmest condolences! I’m sorry to hear about your husband’s passing! Sending all my love.
Kathy Heywood
Darlene and family, I am so sorry to hear of your horrible loss, I’ve heard nothing but beautiful things about John! Keep all your memories close to your heart. My deepest sympathy to you and your family, hold each other close.
Cheryl Kennedy
Phyllis,Darlene and families
So sorry to hear of the passing of John Wayne,you are in our thoughts and prayers
Cheryl(Wein) and Brian Kennedy
TARALYN
Sorry to hear about your loss. He was a well liked guy and helped anybody that needed it. He will be truely missed just know he loved you all very much and is watching over you all.
Becky Strang
Norma, Mackenzie and Mikey,
Such a sudden tragic loss; there are simply no words. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, during this very difficult time.
Sandy and Brian Fields
Deepest Condolences Darlene and the family of John Wayne our prayers for strength at this time, cherish the warm memories he left behind.
Kim Lovie
Norma, MacKenzie and Michael I am so sorry for your loss. John was a great guy and he will be greatly missed.
Stephanie Rowen
Norma and boys, I’m so sorry for the loss of John. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Helen Vincent
Dear Darlene, Justin and Tara and your families and John Waynes family…I am so sorry to learn of the passing of John Wayne. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great loss.
Randy and Carol Redmond
We are so sorry to hear about John. We loved him dearly and will miss him. He will be in our hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sherrie Glanville
My deepest sympathies to all.
Sherrie
Cheryl kennedy
Phyliss,Darlene and families so sorry to hear of the passing of John Wayne ,cherish your memories.Your all in our thoughts and prayers
Cheryl ( Wein) and Brian Kennedy
Jane Penninga
Phyllis, Darlene and families. So sorry for your loss.
MaryAnne Kenney & Jeff Sutherland
Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.. our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bonnie Baynham
I am also very shocked and saddened to hear of your loss! I was blessed with knowing John through my work many years ago! He was a beautiful, kind and generous soul! We shared so many beautiful moments over the years! I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending you all peaceful loving thoughts. Respectfully Bonnie Baynham
Mary Ellen Finlayson
Norma, Mackenzie and Michael,
So shocked to hear about John. He was so proud of you all. He was the biggest fan SHMHA and Exeter Minor Ball could have asked for. He will be missed at the arena and at the ball diamond, never missing a game. So sorry and you have our deepest sympathy.
Mark, Mary Ellen, Jack and Sam Finlayson
David and Bonnie Hotson
Norma , Mackenzie and Michael and extended family.
Our hearts are breaking for you. Cherish your memories and remember that John Loved you all so very much. He was a wonderful man with a big heart. I will always remember our carrying on when we were together. If there is anything we can do to make help you understand this let us know.
Love Uncle David and Aunt Bonnie
Jade
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one ❣️ Losing someone you love is one of the hardest times life will come across, I hope you feel the warmth of the love and support around you at this sad time and know you are in everyone’s thoughts and prayers ❤️
Rest in sweetest peace John
Gord,Kendra, Carlene & James Craig
Norma, MacKenzie, Michael and the entire family, please accept our deepest sympathies in the passing of John. We are all so deeply saddened and shocked. May all of your wonderful memories of him get you through this difficult time. We will all miss him.
Peggy
So sorry Darlene to hear of John Wayne’s passing
Shellie McLeod
Darlene, Justin, Tara and all your family – was shocked to hear about John Wayne’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cherish your memories.
Dan and Penney Eastabrook
Darlene and families
So sorry to hear the passing of John Wayne. Thinking of you and your families at this time.
Dan, Penney and Kyle Eastabrook
Tina Riley-Ankers
Norma, Mac , Mikey, and all of John’s family
I am in such shock to hear about the passing of John ( oner). He was a great guy and have lots of memories of John and all the bantering we would do back and forth. He will be missed and may your memories help you guys in this very sad time . Thinking of all of John’s family may he r.i.p. and fly with the angels and wear his wings proud. He will be watching over all of you guys and making sure you guys are doing as good as possible without him.
Hugs to all of you guys. He sure was one of a kind.
Brad and Tina Ankers and family
Piggy
I’m gonna miss you brotha!!!
Debra Tilley
Norma, MacKenzie , Michael, and families we are so sorry for your loss. Hold all your memories close he will be with you in spirit and always near.
Deb and Ken Tilley
Kelly
So sorry for your loss. The world will not be the same without John. Thinking of you all in this time of loss.
Barb and Larry Moore
Phyllis, Darlene and families. So terribly shocked to hear of John Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will miss my “birthday buddy”
Donna Toth
Darlene and family,
So sorry for the loss of John Wayne. I remember so many of the times when our boys were growing up. Cherish the wonderful memories of John Wayne. Also to his wife and children, my sincerest sympathies.
Will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers
Judy Parsons and Scot Morgan
Darlene, Justin, Tara and all your family – was shocked to hear about John Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cherish your memories.
Kaylee Oliver
I am very sorry for your loss Norma, Mackenzie, Michael and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.