Passed away suddenly, on Tuesday, March 8, 2011, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter in his 81st year. Dearly loved husband and best friend for 57 years of Ann (van den Heuvel) Klungel. Beloved father of Al and Christie Klungel, Aileen and Fred Knip, Peter Klungel and Sonya, and Eloise Klungel. Dear grandfather of Chelsea, Troy and Rachel Klungel; David, Michael, Nicholas, and Tyler Knip. Brother of Marten, Nico, Martha, Ida, and Aukine of the Netherlands, and pre-deceased by his brother Arend and sister Ineke. Harry was born in Winschoten, the Netherlands, son of the late Albert & Aukine Klungel (Buurma); emigrated to Canada with Ann in 1954. After working as a carpenter and a nurse, he continued in the healthcare field in 1964 with the purchase of Queensway Nursing Home in Hensall, and he furthered his business interests with the purchase of a number of apartment buildings. His desire to serve his community was realized when he successfully ran and became Reeve of Hensall in 1982 and served for two terms and upon moving to Exeter continued his public service as a town councilor. He regularly volunteered with several organizations. He had a number of varied interests which included reading, cooking, vacations (especially cruises), and his grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street (1 west of Main), Exeter Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will be held at Exeter United Church, 42 James Street, Exeter, on Saturday, March 12th at 11:00 am with Rev. Paul Ross officiating. Private family interment, Exeter Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Harry’s memory to Community Living South Huron are appreciated as an expression of sympathy.
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Eva Laing
To Ann and Eloise: I have many good memories of Harry in the 15 years that I volunteered at Friendship in Exeter. He was a very caring man: we are so fortunate to have the promise that God will be with us through this time of deep sorrow. Eva Laing
Pete, Paula, Jasmine and Megan
To the Knip and Klungel Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
– The Sereda Family
Kevin and Robin Ellis
We were sorry to hear of Harry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kevin and Robin
Bella Soudant
Ann I was surprised to read about Harry’s passing. My sincere condolences. You will miss him very much I’m sure. Enjoy your family and grandchildren and let them help you through this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you
Bella Soudant
Winifred Hutton
Dear Ann, Eloise, and families,
Please be assured that you are all in my prayers, at this time of sorrow. When I was working at Queen’s way I was told that Harry was such a good person to work for. I was not privileged to have worked there at that time. I was privileged to work with both of you at Midwestern adult day services and witnessed first hand the care that Harry had for our clients. Harry has been missed as a driver, and left his mark with the clients. I know that he will be greatly missed in your family and also in the community. Your sorrow is shared by many in the area. May you continue to sense being held in God’s loving arms. Sincerely Winifred Hutton ( Winnie).
Peter and Grace Smid
Dear Ann and children,
Accept our sincere condolences in the passing of cousin Harry. We remember him as a big hearted expansive man. May you find your comfort in the Lord who is always near to those who call upon him with a childlike heart.
Peter and Grace
Robt. & Joan Burton
Dear Al.Chris and family, we are sorry of the lose of your father, father-in-law,garadfather. Attending mass tomorrow I will offer it up for your Dad, Al.
We had plans to attend the funeral but had to help Jjo-ann (who is away ) with her flooded basement.
Aunt Joan and Uncle Bob
Willa Dale and Arend Smid
Hi Ann!
Willa Dale and Arend Smid give you and your family our sympathy on the passing of Harry. May the Lord comfort you and give you strength today, tomorrow and in the days tocome. Our thoughts are especially with you to day and tomorow. We will remember you in our prayers.
Back problems has kept me bedridden all day.. We do not want to risk it tomorrow either.
Joyce Lavender
Sincere sympathy to Ann and family. Harry will be missed by all. He was a kind man and friend to many.
Joanne Grogan
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Joanne
George Georgopoulos
Al,
I’ve just learned of your Father’s passing while away.
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. I know how much you admired him and in return, I know how proud he was of you and your accomplishments, both in business and in the love you have for Christie and your children. I’ve seen this first hand and you’re a good man, husband, dad and friend. I also know you are a good son and your Father without doubt will be your angel from above watching over you and protecting all in his family.
Our prayers are with you, your family and especially your Mother.
May God Bless you all.
George Georgopoulos
London, Canada
Betty Anne Gill
Anne & Family
So sorry to hear of the passing of Harry. My thoughts are with you. I know that you have many special memories that you will cherish forever. Thinking of you at this difficult time with deepest sympathy,
Betty Anne Gill
Mike and JoAnne Pickering and family
Ann and family our deepest condolences to you on the passing of Harry. I am sure he will be missed by all of you and many others that he has touched over the years. I planned on attending the visitation today (Friday) but with the weather that is not posible. Once again our deepest sympathies. JoAnne and Mike and family
Michael
Hi Grandma,
I am saddened to hear about the passing of Grandpa, I have many very fond memories of him. His wit and sense of humour are what I remember of him the most, such an intelligent and observant man he was.
The best joke I can remember by him, from when I was very young, and he was still able to fool me, is when he told me of his job as a professional banana bender. He then asked me how I thought banana’s got their curve.
I look forward to a visit back home soon (Christmas 2011) and wish you well.
adios.
Jane Steacy
Dear Al and Christie:
As your beloved father is called home, I pray that God’s comfort and love surround you, and may He be your strength at this difficult time.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Jane
Ervin Steinmann
Dear Ann and Eloise. read about Harry’s passing while in a motel on the way to Florida. God bless you as you lay a dear husband and father to rest Ervin
Diane Au / Maritz Colleagues
To the Klungels,
On behalf of all of us at Maritz, our deepest condolences regarding your loss. I hope you can find comfort in knowing his spirit lives on in each of your cherished memories.
HAROLD KUMM
HI ANN
HOW ARE YOU DOING OK IM VERY SORRY ABOUT THE KNEW
OF YOUR HUSBAND AND IM SORRY I CAN NOT COME TO THE WAKE OR THE FUNERAL TO AND I WILL TRY TO HELP YOUR
DAUGTHER OUT IF SHE NEED ANY ONE TO TALK TO IM THERE OK I HAVE BEEN THOUGHT THIS SO MANY TIME
BYE
HAROLD
Reinhard and Maria Gotz
Dear Ann and Family
We like to express our sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Reinhard and Maria Gotz
Peter en Machteld , Anne-Marit Pelleboer , nederland
familie Klungel
ons medeleven met het verlies van uw man , vader en opa.
onze gedachten zijn bij jullie.
heeel veel sterkte om dit gemis te dragen.
Peter & Machteld , Anne-Marit
Kathy DaSilva
Ann and Family
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy DaSilva
Dear Ann & Family
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy
Vera Armstrong
Ann and family; Thinking of you at this time of loss, may all the special memories bring comfort during this difficult time
Vera
Phil de Haan
Klungels,
Harry was a good man. I always enjoyed his bigger-than-life presence, his sense of humor and his willingness to treat the younger generation as though they existed. As a young man at Exeter CRC, I remember Mr. Klungel as a church leader, but also as a person willing to meet young people where they were. That was a gift and one that he shared. He will be missed but I have no doubts that he is today rejoicing as he sits at his Savior’s side. Blessings as you remember and celebrate his good life on this earth.
Phil de Haan
Tom Hartai
Ann and family
On behalf of my family and staff, please accept by deepest condolences at this very difficult time. Try to find comfort in knowing
that Harry will be missed by so many in our community. He was
always a true gentleman with a kind heart. I always enjoyed visiting with him downtown!
God Bless you and your family.
Tom Hartai
Brigitte’s Exeter
Thomas H Fine Menswear
Exeter
Rick and Pat Aitken
Dear Ann and Family
We were saddened to hear of Harry’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss of a dear husband and father. It has been a pleasure to know Harry as a neighbour and friend in Houston Heights. We will miss his great smile and sense of humour.
Unfortunately we will not be able to attend the funeral as we are out of the country.
Rick and Pat
Bruce and Gayle Gage
Our deepest sympathy to your family on the loss of your dear father Al and Christie. You and your extended family, will be in our prayers at this time.
Gayle and Bruce
Elaine
Dear Aileen and Fred and family
Sorry to hear about the passing of your Father, Father-in-law and Grandpa…My thoughts and prayers are with you…..Treasure all the memories and that will help you through this difficult time.
Elaine
Jane and Rick Hundey
We are so sorry for your loss, Ann. Harry was clearly a special man to you and your family. He was special to so many others too.
For my part, I remember Harry for his wonderful sense of humour. So will his Council colleagues. I know because of the smiles on their faces whenever it was Harry’s turn at ‘Councillor comments.’ Whether he started out by saying, ‘Have you noticed the price of bananas?’ or ‘They say water doesn’t run up hill,’ we knew we were all in for a light hearted treat.
Take good care – You are in our thoughts and prayers
Rick and Jane Hundey
Aleksandra Bulat
My deepest condolences to you family in your time of loss.
Harvey & EvelyN Vincent
Ann, Eloise, Aileen, Al and Peter,
SIncere sympathy in your great loss. Harry will leave behind many memories and his life will be an example to many.
He is Home with Jesus.
Keeping each of you in our prayers
Kathy Mann
Dear Ann and family: You are in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy Mann
Jerry and Alice MacLean
Sincere sympathy is offered to the Klungels and their extended families at the time of your loss.Harry has left a legacy to be admired for many years to come.We are sure his memory will bring you joy in time to come.
May Gods Blessings be with all of you.
Jerry and Alice MacLean
Judy Hansen
Sorry to hear about your Husband, Father, Father In Law and Grandfather too. I miss him when he came to speial things at the Audlut Resourse Centre. He will be missed by all that knew him.
So I am sorry to here about him passing away.
From Judy Hansen
Ed & Marie Nethercott
To the Klungel family we are sorry to hear of your loss. Ed and I are on holidays when we heard the sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Albert and Bev Hovius
Mrs. Klungel, Bert, Chrissy, Fred, Aileen , Peter, Sonya and Eloise
We would like to extend our sincerest sympathy to you all and your families.
Paul & Marg Turnbull
Dear Ann and Family
Please accept our sincere condolences on you loss of Harry.
We came to appreciate you both in a very special way as we served together on the Community Living Board over the years.
I will not be able to attend the funeral but be assured that our prayers are with you and will strengthen you and yours through this time of loss.
Love to you all
Paul & Marg
Rev. Susan Moore
On behalf of your summer church family at Knox Presbyterian in Bayfield and myself…please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Harry was a wonderful man and lived out his Christian faith with compassion and integrity. May God hold you at this time of sadness. Blessings, Susan
Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber
Dear Ann & family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know you have great memories of a wonderful husband and father.
Dianne