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HEDDEN: Bev of Hensall

Posted By Haskett Funeral Home On October 31, 2026 @ 11:15 AM In Exeter, Obituary | 59 Comments

HEDDEN: Bev of Hensall

Passed peacefully at home in Hensall, surrounded by her family, in her 67th year on Friday, October 30, 2026. Beloved wife of Paul W. Smale. Loved step-mom of Jeff and Ashley Smale. Granny of Colby, Layla, and Remy Smale. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Jeff and Rhonda Hedden, Larry Stire, Debbie and John Arnold, Mike and Donna Smith, Brenda Smale, Ruth and John Erb, Sylvia Smale, and Shirley Southcott and Harry Plantenga. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Dorothy and Fred Smithson, and Ron and Wanda Hedden, grandmother Iva Hedden, and her siblings-in-law Tracey Stire, Kenneth Smale, Otto Smale, and Leonard Smale.

The family would like to extend a sincere thanks to Saint Elizabeth nurses and PSWs for the care and support provided to Bev and her family over the last month and special thanks to Charlene.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Bev’s life will be held at a later date. Please check back for service details. Interment McTaggert Cemetery.

Donations to Canadian Lung Association – BREATHE in Bev’s memory would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “HEDDEN: Bev of Hensall”

Condolence from Heather and Gerard Rempel on October 31st, 2026 12:10 PM

Dear Paul,
So many fun memories of vacations spent with you and Bev! I always tried to make my gardens as beautiful as hers by listening to her awesome advice! Will miss her laugh! May she Rest In Peace.

Condolence from Karen & Randy Stanlake on October 31st, 2026 12:14 PM

Our condolences to the whole family. Bev and all the Hedden family went to school with us (the Clippertons) at Sir John A Macdonald in London.
Take comfort she is no longer suffering. Always cherish the great memories!

Condolence from Natalie Lockie Mason on October 31st, 2026 12:26 PM

I’m so sorry for your loss, Bev had a heart of gold. Rest in peace Bev 🌸

Condolence from Bonnie Ziler on October 31st, 2026 12:39 PM

Paul and family
My sincere condolences.
I got to know Bev better when we worked together at the green house. A job we both hated but we made our own fun. We had many laughs and that is how I will remember her.
I was shocked to hear of her passing and my heart goes out to her family.
Take care
Bonnie

Condolence from Brenda Rooseboom on October 31st, 2026 12:58 PM

Paul (Big Brother)
I’m so Sorry for your loss. Sending my Condolences and Hugs
Brenda

Condolence from Sue Page on October 31st, 2026 12:58 PM

Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Bev. Bev was a fun loving lady, always fun to be around.
Dave & Sue Page

Condolence from Mike & Linda Haggitt on October 31st, 2026 1:18 PM

Our condolences to Paul & family.

Condolence from Mike & Linda Haggitt on October 31st, 2026 1:18 PM

Our condolences to Paul & family.

Condolence from Jane Lynd on October 31st, 2026 1:33 PM

Paul and family,
My sincerest condolences on the passing of Bev.
I hope the memories you hold close bring you moments of comfort as you navigate this loss.

Condolence from Evelyn Vincent` on October 31st, 2026 2:45 PM

To Bev’s family
Sincere sympathy
Bev was so kind to Sim and loved her as did I. May the good memories bring comfort. Hugs and prayers

Condolence from Jim and Tammy Dickins on October 31st, 2026 3:40 PM

Paul our deepest sympathies go out to you, Jeff, Ashley and the rest of the family with the passing of Bev. She is at rest now with no suffering.

Condolence from June McDowell on October 31st, 2026 3:55 PM

My condolences Paul and families!
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time!

Condolence from Sherrie Broderick on October 31st, 2026 3:56 PM

Sending my very deepest condolences to the Smale and Hedden families. I remember her as such a sweet soul. Far too young…

Condolence from Joanne Willert on October 31st, 2026 3:58 PM

Paul Jeff Ashley & families
Sending condolences to you & your families.
So sad to hear of Bev’s passing. I have lots of
great memories of Bev when we were back door neighbors.
She was a very talented lady when it came to her gardens, flower
arrangements & her decorating for special occasions. Remember
all the good times & memories. Sending hugs to all of you.
R I P Bev💕

Condolence from Gary and Louise Heywood on October 31st, 2026 4:03 PM

To Paul Jeff and family so sad to hear of Bev’s passing please except our deepest sympathy.

Condolence from Jamie willert on October 31st, 2026 4:29 PM

Omg words cant describe the loss of bev my sincere condolences to Paul n Jeff and family. The fun times we all had in the backyard and in the shed. RIP my friend gunna miss the talks n hugs. Till we meet again love ya

Condolence from Tom and Julia Dickins on October 31st, 2026 5:20 PM

Dear Paul, Jeff and family Please accept our deepest sympathy at this time.

Condolence from Dave Frayne on October 31st, 2026 5:22 PM

To Paul, family and friends
Sorry to learn of Bev’s passing.
Our condolences to all, gone far too soon.

Condolence from Doug & Audrey on October 31st, 2026 5:29 PM

Paul, Jeff, Ashley & Family
Deepest Sympathy on Bev’s passing.
May the good memories of Bev bring some comfort to everyone.

Condolence from Tony & Alma Dayman on October 31st, 2026 6:27 PM

Paul & family
So very sorry to hear of Bev’s passing. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Bev

Condolence from Karen Dickins on October 31st, 2026 8:15 PM

Paul, my deepest condolences. Bev was a great gal, loved Jeff, Ashley and the kids as any “mom” would do. She was totally your soul mate.
Cherish your memories and know she fought the hard fight. May she rest in peace.
Sending hugs to you and the kids.

Condolence from Tammy Hawkins on October 31st, 2026 10:02 PM

Paul, so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers are sent your way Tammy (Canadian tire)

Condolence from Brad & Anne Mousseau on October 31st, 2026 11:50 PM

Paul & all Bev’s loved ones, sending heartfelt condolences in Bev’s passing.

Condolence from Louise haggitt on November 1st, 2026 5:41 AM

Paul, Jeff and family
So sorry to hear of Bevs passing. She will live on in your hearts and will be watching over you all.
RIP Bev fly high you now have your wings

Condolence from Susan Riley on November 1st, 2026 7:02 AM

Sending deepest condolences on Bev’s passing.

Condolence from Jerry , Linda & Craig Traquair on November 1st, 2026 7:18 AM

Dear Paul,
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Bev had a great sense of humour and a gift with flowers and plants.
Sincere condolences.

Condolence from Rose and Wayne Hoffman on November 1st, 2026 7:35 AM

Paul our heart aches for you and your family at this time of sorrow.
Wayne and Rose

Condolence from Carol Gascho on November 1st, 2026 8:45 AM

So sorry to hear of Bev’s passing. I remember her as an awesome co worker at Queensway. She was a kind, compassionate person.

Condolence from Betty Beer on November 1st, 2026 8:48 AM

Paul, Jeff and Ashley, and family,
So sorry to hear of Bev’s passing. She was a friendly Tinkertown neighbour, and a great gardener.
Sincere condolences
Betty and Tony

Condolence from Doug Coward on November 1st, 2026 10:07 AM

Sending our condolences

Cowboy and Cottel

Condolence from Doug & Deb Masse on November 1st, 2026 10:09 AM

Paul, Jeff and Ashley and family,

Our deepest sympathies on Bev’s passing. May your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this very sad time.

Condolence from Jacqui & Charlie Regier on November 1st, 2026 11:29 AM

Dear Smale and Hedden Families so shocked and saddened to learn of Bev’s passing…she will be missed by many who knew and loved her ..far to young..with sympathy at this very sad time..Jacqui & Charlie Regier

Condolence from Jim Oesch on November 1st, 2026 12:57 PM

Paul and families
So sad to see Bev has passed away . Sending me condolences

Condolence from Mark & Sandra Consitt on November 1st, 2026 1:02 PM

We are so sorry for your loss. Bev was a great gal. We had a lot of laughs at work. And there were many times when she gave me wonderful gardening ideas. She was very talented. RIP Bev
Mark & Sandra

Condolence from Peter Bisback on November 1st, 2026 2:16 PM

Dear Paul and family. Sending condolences to you as you grieve the loss of Bev.
Peter Bisback

Condolence from Albert & Trudy Rooseboom on November 1st, 2026 2:41 PM

Paul, Jeff, Ashley and family,

So sorry to hear of Bev’s passing.
Our sincere condolences.

Condolence from Cindy Beaver on November 1st, 2026 2:45 PM

So sorry to hear about Bev’s passing. She was a great women. My deepest sympathy to Paul and the whole family.

Condolence from Charles Dalrymple on November 1st, 2026 4:12 PM

Paul and family. Sorry to hear about Bev passing. Charlie and Barb Dalrymple

Condolence from John&Dawn Brown on November 1st, 2026 5:02 PM

Paul and family we are sorry to hear of Bev’s passing, thinking of all of you at this difficult time

Condolence from Rick Heywood on November 2nd, 2026 8:28 AM

Paul and Jeff,

I am sorry to hear of your loss and may your memories comfort you during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from Greg ,Brenda Dayman on November 2nd, 2026 12:09 PM

Jeff, Ashley, Paul & Families
Sorry to see the passing of Bev. thinking of you all.

Condolence from Dan Durdin on November 2nd, 2026 1:34 PM

Sorry for your loss our prayers and thoughts are with paul and all of the family and friends

Condolence from Darlene Vanbergen on November 2nd, 2026 1:55 PM

Sorry for your loss paul jeff and families cherish allthose memories hugs

Condolence from Dianne Underhill on November 2nd, 2026 4:13 PM

Paul and family Sorry to hear of Bev passing she was always so nice when i saw her RlP Bev

Condolence from Francis Denomme on November 2nd, 2026 8:30 PM

My condolences to Bev’s family

Condolence from Tammy Preszcator on November 3rd, 2026 6:41 AM

Paul, Jeff, Ashley and family, we are very sorry your loss . It has been a difficult last few months but Bev is in a better place now. Keeping you all in our thoughts. Tammy & Markus

Condolence from Township of Lucan Biddulph on November 3rd, 2026 9:41 AM

On behalf of the Township of Lucan Biddulph Staff & Council, please accept our deepest sympathies. We are all thinking of you and your family during this time

Condolence from Cory King on November 3rd, 2026 11:27 AM

Paul, Jeff, Ashley and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Bev was a big part of my life growing up. Condolences to you all.

Condolence from Elaine and Don Beauchamp on November 3rd, 2026 12:06 PM

Jeff ,Ashley and Families So sorry to hear the loss of your mom and grandma Our Condolences Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time Hugs

Condolence from Janet Saur on November 3rd, 2026 6:19 PM

So sorry to hear of Bev’s passing. I will remember the times of friendship. Rest in peace Bev.

Condolence from Dianne De Wys on November 3rd, 2026 6:52 PM

Paul & family. My heartfelt sympathy to all.

Condolence from Sharon Fletcher on November 4th, 2026 4:58 AM

So sorry to hear of Bev’s passing she was a great person Condolences to Paul and Family

Condolence from Sue Wilson on November 5th, 2026 7:52 AM

Paul, Jeff and Ashley and family, siblings, and Smale family, heartfelt condolences on your loss. Cherish your precious memories . You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from Greg Campbell on November 6th, 2026 12:09 AM

So sorry for your loss Paul,Jeff,Ashley and family
Our condolences
Greg and Launda Campbell

Condolence from Brenda and Walt on November 6th, 2026 9:27 AM

Paul, our condolences to you, your family & all of Bev’s friends on losing her too soon.
Brenda & Walt Vermunt

Condolence from Karol Boyd on November 6th, 2026 10:09 AM

So sorry to hear of Bev passing, l thoroughly enjoyed working with her at Queensway and meeting up again at D&D. Always great humor. My condolences to the family. 🤗 Karol Boyd

Condolence from Karn Durdin on November 6th, 2026 1:51 PM

To all of Bev’s family, relatives and friends our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to everyone. May she rest in peace and not be in pain. She will be missed.
Karn Durdin and
Don Thornton

Condolence from Bev Branderhorst on November 8th, 2026 2:58 PM

Paul and family
My sincere condolences to you all

Condolence from Emily Smale/Janet Traquair/Doug Jones on November 8th, 2026 7:22 PM

Thinking of you all at this time! Will cherish the memories and laughs shared with her. Heaven gained one hell of a gardener! Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers

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