HENDRIKS: Hendrikus ‘Henry’ of Exeter
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On August 28, 2026 @ 1:04 PM In Exeter, Obituary | 40 Comments
Peacefully at Jessica’s House, with family by his side, on Thursday, August 27, 2026 in his 90th year. Beloved husband of Alieda (Bakker) Hendriks for over 62 years. Loving father of Hank Hendriks (Adeline) of Zurich, Marianne Keller (Joseph) of Grand Bend, and Joe Hendriks (Teresa) of Zurich. Proud Opa of Marlene, Mary; Kathleen (Randy), Joseph (Natalie); Heather (Nick), Sarah (Gavin), Michael and great-opa of Kayden, Hudson, Grayson, and Evalynn; Lachlan. Remembered by his siblings, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and friends in Holland and Canada.
Henry began his farming career as a dairy farmer in Holland before immigrating to Canada with his beloved wife, Alieda, and their three children in 1979. They initially settled in the West Lorne area before moving to Zurich, where they made their home and continued their agricultural roots, operating a successful cash crop and swine farm. In retirement, Henry and Alieda moved to Exeter, where they enjoyed their later years together.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Tuesday, September 1st from 2-5 PM and again one hour prior to Henry’s funeral mass which will be held at Precious Blood Catholic Church, 200 Sanders Street West, Exeter on Wednesday, September 2nd at 11 AM with Father Anthony Lobo presiding. Interment Exeter Cemetery. A recording of Henry’s funeral mass will be available on Wednesday afternoon by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh.
Donations to Jessica’s House or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Condolences for the family of “HENDRIKS: Hendrikus ‘Henry’ of Exeter”
To Hank and family
Our deepest sympathy. So sorry to hear about losing your dad. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Marianne and family,
My deepest condolences in your grief and time of loss
Betty
to the whole Hendriks family, we send our sincerest condolences. Take comfort in the memories shared over the comin days of a life well lived.
Hugs to you all!
My sweet, precious, Allie (and family),
Keeping you tucked away, in my heart, as always. Praying the Lord will surround you with His presence and close friends and family to help you through. Tough, stuff, but keep each other close and continue to lean on the Lord. Sending you many hugs and kisses.
Hank and family:We were so very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Bill used to love when he’d come riding in the combine with him. Enjoyed his company. Sending our love and prayers Bill and Carol
Joe, Teresa & Family,
Sending my condolences to you as you navigate through the loss of your dad.
Sending prayers and hugs. 💗
Sending deepest condolences on Henry’s passing. Sue Riley (HDC)
Our deepest condolences to the Hendriks family
Alieda and family, heartfelt condolences on Henry’s passing. Cherish your precious memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joe, Teresa and family.
Our condolences on the loss of Joe’s dad. Take care.
Terry and Trudy
So sorry to hear of Henry’s passing. He was a kind soul whose warmth shone through in every conversation that we had.
Walt & Brenda Vermunt
Sending my condolences to you all. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Treasure that great memories and hold them tight to your heart.
So sorry to hear of Henry’s passing. Our condolences to your family.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the families with sincere condolences. May all the wonderful, warm memories keep your heart light.
Our sincere condolences and deepest sympathies. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Marianne we are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and sending our condolences.
Thinking of you all during this difficult time and sending love and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
Sending our sincere condolences Henk & family. Thinking of you.
Sincerely sorry to hear of Henry’s passing 💔💔 RIP Henry Rudy Jansen
Dear Alieda, Hank, Marianne, Joe & families,
Extending our sincere condolences on your loss. With caring thoughts.
Jill & Ralph Geiger
My deepest sympathy to Henry’s family my thoughts and prayers are with you
The Staff and residents of Exeter Villa share our deepest sympathies to your Family during this difficult time. May the beautiful memories of your loved one fill your heart and help you find peace. Sending you love and support.
Sending sympathy and hugs to Henry precious family and friends RIP .
Our deepest sympathies. Henry was a very kind and honest man that always had a smile on his face. we have great memories of buying his high moisture corn and sharing a coffee when it was time to settle up.
My deepest sympathies to Henry’s family. My prayers are with you. Jeannette Regier and family
Henry was a hard-working, honest man with a quiet, gentle manner. We will remember his smile and admire his strong faith.
Joe, Teresa and family,
Our heartfelt condolences on Henry’s passing. Heather always spoke fondly of her Opa. We pray all the beautiful memories of him fill your heart and help you through your loss.
Michelle and Brian Lenahan, Samantha and Dan Campbell
My sincere sympathy, Alieda. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest sympathies to the family. He always was a pleasure having around at harvest season and hearing his stories.
My sincere condolences to the Hendriks family. He was a good man.
Alieda, Hank & Adeline, Marianne & Joe, Joe & Teresa and families;
Our sincere condolences in the loss of your dear husband and father. My Mother, Marilyn Heimrich, also wishes to pass on her sympathy at this time as well.
Mark & Julie Heimrich, Sarah, Scott & Spencer and Marilyn Heimrich.
A good landlord and neighbour. Loved their strawberries and good chats over the years. Our condolences
Our heartfelt condolences to Alieda and family on the passing of Henry. May he Rest in Eternal Peace.
Our prayers are with you all.
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your father and Oppa
Gecondoleerd en veel sterkte samen 🥀🙏
Familie Moors Asten
Heel veel sterkte , in gedachte zijn we bij jullie.
Het liefst waren we bij jullie om jullie te steunen in deze droevige tijd.
Gecondoleerd,
Annie/ Andre
Frida/ Tonnie, Koen en Hein
Hennie
Our deepest and heartfelt condolences for the loss of your father Marianne…
He was an Opa, a father in law to Joe and a devoted husband to your mother for over 62 years…
Sending prayers- of strength in times of sadness & love in times of patience and may your family photos & stories fill your soul with wonderful memories to help pull you through.. xo
Dear Allie and Family,
Condolences to you all. I have fond memories of Henk and you at our family farm in Exeter. Gezellig altijd! Henk was a kind man. I wish you strength in this time of loss.
Lieve Alieda en lieve familie,
Gecondoleerd met het verlies van Hendrik. Ik ben heel verdrietig en zal mijn oudste broer zeker erg gaan missen. Hij was voor mij een broer waarmee ik goede gesprekken kon voeren! We begrepen elkaar altijd.
Dit geldt ook voor Erik.
We wensen jullie, Marianne, Hank, Joe, echtgenoten en kinderenen, kleinkinderen veel sterkte toe voor de komende tijd.
Veel groeten, Leny en Erik Verspeek
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Sending my condolences to all on his passing