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ELLIS: (Smith) (Elliott) Lila Grace of Hensall, formerly Exeter

October 12, 2015 By Haskett Funeral Homes 30 Condolences

ELLIS: (Smith) (Elliott) Lila Grace of Hensall, formerly Exeter

At Queensway Nursing Home, Hensall on Monday, October 12, 2015, formerly of Exeter in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Verne Smith (1990) and the late Kenneth Ellis (1996). Dear mother of Verla and Jim Russell of Exeter. Dear grandmother of Scot and Amie, and Mark and Deborah; and great-grandmother of Gavin. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Geneva (Jennie) Rowe of Exeter, Mary Abey and Marion Elliott both of London, and Mary Elliott of Exeter. Predeceased by her parents John and Mary Elliott, a sister Alva Heywood, and brothers Harold, William and Fredrick Elliott.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main), on Wednesday evening 7-9 PM, where the complete funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 15th at 1:30 PM. ย Private family interment Exeter Cemetery.

Donations to the South Huron Hospital Foundation or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

ELLIS: (Smith) (Elliott) Lila Grace of Hensall, formerly Exeter

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  1. Helen Delorme

    October 24, 2015 at 10:12 AM

    Verla and Jim & family
    My deepest sympathy, she will be miss. !!

  2. Kim Mckay

    October 20, 2015 at 6:13 AM

    Velra and Jim
    My deepest sympathy in the passing of your dear Mom. She was a great lady, always smiling. She will be missed greatly.
    Kim

  3. MacGregor Family

    October 16, 2015 at 8:09 PM

    We are sorry to hear of the passing of Lila. Living as neighbors and friends for so many years, we will remember her fondly.
    Audrey, Jim , Kath and family.

  4. Faye Blair-Skinner

    October 15, 2015 at 8:11 PM

    My sympathy to your family on the death of Lila. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

  5. Tammyand Gary Foster

    October 15, 2015 at 5:05 PM

    Verla and Family. Sorry to hear of Lila’s passing. We had many great crafting afternoons with her here at the Riverview Clubhouse.

  6. Kim Brintnell

    October 15, 2015 at 11:10 AM

    So sorry to hear about Aunt Lila. She was truly loved and will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with you all.

  7. George and Sue Wilson

    October 15, 2015 at 10:25 AM

    Verla, Jim and family, Jennie and family, We are saddened that Lila has passed away.She was a great lady, generous, kind and had a good heart, and a wonderful sense of humour. You will miss her. With heartfelt sympathy, George and Sue

  8. Don & Donna Webster

    October 15, 2015 at 9:07 AM

    Our sympathy at this time. Your mother was a wonderful neighour to my parents, Violet and Laverne Stone. Always interested and inquiring of their health.
    I know you will have many happy memories. Our thoughts are with you at this time.

  9. Don and Jean Floto

    October 14, 2015 at 4:44 PM

    So sorry to hear about Lila’s passing. She was a great friend and I had many a crochet lesson with her over the few years that I knew her.

  10. Jim & Jean Ellis

    October 14, 2015 at 11:29 AM

    Lila will be greatly missed by my family, she brought great joy in Dad’s final years, we truly appreciate all the love and joy she shared with us.
    Thank you to Verla, Jim & family for sharing your mom with us all these years.

  11. Theresa Buchanan

    October 14, 2015 at 10:54 AM

    Although I only met Lila when I was in hospital with her in Exeter. We had some great chats , I just wished I had the privilege of knowing her longer. My condolences to her family.

  12. Sandra (McLellan) & Larry Hern

    October 14, 2015 at 10:15 AM

    Dear Jennie and Lila’s family,

    Please accept our sympathy on the passing of Lila. She was a good neighbor to my parents, Stu and Lil, and I know Dad enjoyed the biscuits she would bring over to him and the many card games and dinners you all enjoyed together. May she rest in peace.

  13. Donna Perry

    October 14, 2015 at 8:03 AM

    Verla, Jim and the Elliott family
    So sorry to hear of Lila’s passing. You will miss her very much but will have many lovely memories. With deespes sympathy.
    Donna Perry

  14. Craig & Carol Davidson

    October 13, 2015 at 9:41 PM

    Verla, Jim & family:
    Our deepest & most heartfelt sympathy is extended to all of you. Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers. Cherish the memories.

  15. Ross and Marlene Mathers

    October 13, 2015 at 8:14 PM

    Dear Verla, Jim and Family: Our sincere sympathy on the loss of a dear mother and grandmother. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

  16. Rosemary&Bill Schaefer

    October 13, 2015 at 8:06 PM

    Verla,Jim & family Sorry to hear of your Moms passing, Our sincere sympathy.

  17. Claire and Winona Hoffman

    October 13, 2015 at 5:20 PM

    Verla ,Jim and familys,
    Sorry to hear of Lila’s passing.
    Our heart and prayers are with you at this sad time.
    Claire & Winona.

  18. Dorothy & Don Brintnell

    October 13, 2015 at 4:19 PM

    Verla, Jim and family, so sorry to hear that Aunt Lila has passed. We all loved and will miss her as I know you will. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Love to all Dorothy and Don.

  19. Joan and Doc Cann

    October 13, 2015 at 3:13 PM

    To Verla, Jim and family:
    Our deepest sympathy to your family.
    Sorry that we cannot be with you at this time. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

  20. Judy Palsa

    October 13, 2015 at 2:50 PM

    Verla , Jim and family Sorry to hear of Lila’s passing My thoughts and prayers are with you

  21. Tom and Carol Arthur

    October 13, 2015 at 2:30 PM

    Verla, Jim and Family
    We were sorry to hear of Lilas passing. Our thoughts are with you and the Elliott family at this time.

  22. Cherie and Gerhard

    October 13, 2015 at 12:44 PM

    Verla Jim and family

    So sorry to hear of Lila’s passing. She will be missed and know she all always be remembered loved by many..

  23. Kimberley Payne

    October 13, 2015 at 12:05 PM

    Verla – I am so sorry to hear about your mom. You are in my thoughts at this difficult time. Mom’s are special.

  24. Shirley Barnes & Marion Elliott & families

    October 13, 2015 at 11:34 AM

    Verla, Jim & family
    We are so sorry for the loss of your mom, she was a great lady & she will be missed. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
    Love
    Aunt Marion, Shirley & Family, John & Family

  25. Dianne Skinner

    October 13, 2015 at 9:27 AM

    To Verla and Jim and family
    Sorry for the loss of your Mom. She hire me at my job that I am still working at today.

  26. Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade

    October 13, 2015 at 6:45 AM

    To Verla, Jim and families
    Sorry to learn of Lila’s passing. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

  27. Joan & Dave Goddard

    October 12, 2015 at 9:41 PM

    Verla, Jim and Family
    We were very sorry to hear of Aunt Lila’s passing. She was a great lady and we will miss her very much. Treasure the great memories you have. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Love Joan and Dave xx

  28. Eugene & Linda Wenner

    October 12, 2015 at 9:11 PM

    To Lila’s family:
    Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart
    What a sweet lady Lila was.

  29. Frank & Dorothy Cleary

    October 12, 2015 at 8:50 PM

    So sorry to hear of Lila’s passing today. She is fondly remembered by her friends at Riverview Estates.

  30. Brenda Palsa

    October 12, 2015 at 8:44 PM

    Verla, Jim and family my condolences to you in the loss of your mom. She was a very gracious lady that had never ending spunk. Keep the memories alive

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