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ELFORD: Doris of Exeter and formerly of Usborne Township

August 28, 2019 By Haskett Funeral Homes 11 Condolences

ELFORD: Doris of Exeter and formerly of Usborne Township

Peacefully at Jessica’s House, Exeter on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 of Exeter and formerly of Usborne Township in her 96th year.  Beloved daughter of the late William and Minnie (Hall) Elford.  Dear sister and sister-in-law of Anne and Don Bray of Exeter.  Missed by nieces and nephews Ava and Jim Murray, Michael and Cindy Elford, Robert and Kathy Bray, Janet and Bob Hulley and Ruth and Jim Dunlop.  Also survived by 14 great-nieces and nephews and several great-great-nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by brothers Wilmer (1930), Lorne (2000) and his wife Dorothy (Hooper) (2005), and Ronald (2008). 

Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, EXETER on Friday from 4-6:30 PM.  The funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Saturday, August 31st  at 11 AM. Interment Exeter Cemetery.

Donations to Jessica’s House or the Thames Road Elimville United Church would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. Dianne Rice nee Stone

    August 5, 2020 at 10:57 AM

    Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss.

  2. Amber Cooper & Family

    September 10, 2019 at 10:22 AM

    Our sincerest condolences on the passing of Doris. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time.

  3. Rosalyn Fast

    September 5, 2019 at 10:19 AM

    I am sorry to hear of Doris’s passing. It was lovely to get to know her in the short time I had a chance too.

  4. Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade

    September 5, 2019 at 8:02 AM

    To the Elford and Bray families:
    Sorry to learn of Doris’s passing.
    Thinking of you during this difficult time.

  5. Catherine and Don Allen

    August 31, 2019 at 10:14 PM

    Deepest condolences to all of the Elford family on the passing of Doris. I have found memories of her from my childhood, she was such kind and gentle sole. May she rest in peace.

  6. Cliff and Elaine Webber

    August 29, 2019 at 7:17 PM

    I am loving the pictures. A life story from beginning to end. Loving the butterfly who paid a visit! To Annie and Don and all those nieces, nephews, great and great great nieces and nephews who never missed celebrating Aunt Doris our deepest sympathy.

  7. Rick & Marilyn Vandenbussche

    August 29, 2019 at 1:25 PM

    Our deepest sympathy on Doris’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with each of you as you remember all of the happy times you have spent together. She had a good, long life!

  8. Ed and Judy Johns

    August 29, 2019 at 10:58 AM

    A truly kind, sweet lady. She will rest in peace.

  9. Bob & karen Snow

    August 29, 2019 at 6:08 AM

    Thinking of Doris’s family at this difficult time. She always had a greeting and lovely smile whenever meeting her.. memories of special times when Doris would babysit at the farm. Memories are forever.

  10. Margaret Hern

    August 28, 2019 at 5:47 PM

    Dear Family,
    I have wonderful childhood memories of our next door neighbour along the Elimville Line. Doris made delicious tea biscuits and the best apple sauce from the old orchard apples. She was care giver for three young girls while Mom & Dad were off welcoming baby girl #4 and on my wedding day she was called on to baby sit one more time as Catherine was too young for wedding festivities. Banana cake was a specialty. Three layers tall and yummy icing. I have often thought about the old cook stove and the wonderful fare from the Elford kitchen. I wonder how many Church Services she missed in her life time? Her choir space is reserved on a different level now I am certain. Doris will be remembered as a friend, neighbour and faithful community member. The few remaining daffodils from the old plot a symbol of a life well lived. A springtime smile. A smile today as I remember.
    Margaret Hern

  11. Melisa

    August 28, 2019 at 4:50 PM

    She was a bright, funny and sweet lady! Sorry for your loss and may she now rest in peace

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