KINSMAN: John Ross of Exeter
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On October 30, 2025 @ 3:38 PM In Exeter,Obituary | 63 Comments
John Ross Kinsman of Exeter, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at the age of 68. John faced his illness with strength, grace and dignity, just as he lived his life. A beloved husband, father, papa, brother and friend; he was known for his kind heart, unwavering dedication and laughter.
Family was the centre of John’s life. He was a proud father of Michelle and Blake Robinson, Richard and his partner Lindsay, Jeff Kinsman, and Andrew and Jess Kinsman. Loving Papa of Jillian (Austin), Zackary, Magen, Davina, Gracie, Alesha, Naomi, James, Damon, Mia, Lyanna, and Hayden and cherished his role as “Great Papa” to David and of course, enjoyed the thought of more little ones, a legacy of love that will continue to grow. Predeceased by Karen, his wife of 36 years at her passing in 2011. Devoted brother of Dwight and Faye Kinsman, and Lyle and Julie Kinsman, and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Frances (Hern) and Robert “Bob” Kinsman, and his brother Bill Kinsman.
John’s gentle wisdom, kind spirit, and warm smile will live on through generations that follow him. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
John’s family would like to thank the staff at LHSC – Victoria Hospital, Oncology department, South Huron Hospital, Dr. Lam and the staff and volunteers at Jessica’s House in Exeter.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Jessica’s House whose compassionate care brought comfort in his final days or donating blood in John’s memory would be deeply appreciated by the family.
Forever Remembered – Forever Loved
Condolences for the family of “KINSMAN: John Ross of Exeter”
Jim and I are very sorry and sad to hear of John’s passing. We have many great memories of days gone by he was always in our thoughts and prayers. Karen and John are together again May he R.I.P.
Sorry to hear of John’s passing. Keeping his family in our thoughts & prayers.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences….
Dear Michelle/Blake and the entire Kinsman Family. Our deepest condolences to all. John was like a member of our family and was present at all our Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Easter dinners
His loving spirit will live forever in his grandchildren and great grandchildren. We will miss you, John. Paul and Sue Robinson
Dear Michelle, Richie, Jeff, Andrew and family, so sorry to hear this. Our families were part of a close farming community. I grew up knowing the wonderful “Kinsman brothers,” then babysat you kids when you were little. A beautiful family with beautiful memories, Go In Peace John. My love to all of you, Maryjane Parsons
To Johns family and siblings
So sorry for your loss.
He will be greatly missed for sure.
Our prayers, and thoughts are always with you.
Michelle, Jeff, Richard, Andrew & all John’s precious family, sending deepest &heartfelt condolences in the passing of your beloved Dad. Enjoyed time spent with John on the fairboard & working auction sales with him. He always had that impish smile. He certainly has been a courageous warrior in his battle. May you be comforted in knowing he is reunited with your Mom & his parents & all who went before him and any suffering is over. Sending hugs.
Anne & Brad
Our condolences to the kinsman families. We had so
Many fun times at our yearly pig parties with John and Karen . A special friend to Lynne A. You will miss him so much . RIP John. Karen has been waiting for you. ❤️
To Jeff , Michelle , Richard , Andrew and families. Our sincere condolences go out to you on the passing of your Dad. We never got to know John , but being close to Jeff and knowing Andrew we are assured that he raised a great family. Jim and Suzy Turnbull
Thankful to have spent time with you & the beautiful family you made. You will be greatly missed. ♥️ thoughts and prayers to all the friends and family of this wonderful man, John.
My heart aches for you and your family during this difficult time.
I am so glad I had the chance to meet John over here in Alberta and share many laughs with him.
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss.
My deepest sympathy to John’s families! Hold your memories close to help you through the days ahead! RIP John
My condolence to the Kinsman family. Cherish your many memories.
To Dwight and Faye and John’s family
Our sincere condolences to to all for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Doug and Judy Dalrymple
Michelle and family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Dear Michelle, Richard, Jeff, Andrew and the rest of the Kinsman family.
So very sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad/Grandpa/Brother.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Rest in Peace John.
Mark&Judy
My sincere condolences to the family of John in his passing..keep all your fun loving memories close to your heart..RIP John
To John’s family, Dwight & Faye, Lyle & Julie, extended family & friends;
We are extending our heartfelt sympathies at this sad time in your lives. Embrace John’s example as you carry on his legacy. May he rest in eternal peace.
Michelle, Blake, Jillian, Austin, David and Zack,
Sending heartfelt condolences to you at this sad time. May he be at peace now. Thinking of you all.
Geoff, Sonya, Riley, Jenna, Tyler, Lyla and Wren
John was a great man all around. A family man, wonderful friend, neighbour, coworker and that warm smile of his was so friendly. Our sincere condolences to the entire Kinsmen family,
Sorry to hear of John’s passing.
John was always the quiet and sensible one during our high school “crop tours”. Our group was Karen, Rocky, Linda and John. I look back on those fun times with laughter and think of the wonderful times we shared.
John is now walking “hand in hand” with his love, Karen.
Dwight, Faye and all the families. Sending sincere condolences at this difficult time in the passing of your loved one. Hold your memories close to your hearts and take care of each other.
We are so sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was such a wonderful man. He will be deeply missed
Jeff,
We’re so sorry for your loss.
Please know that we are thinking of you and sending love.
Sorry for your loss. Will be praying for the family as you all grieve John’s passing.
Jeff and Family Our sincere condolences to all of you. May all your memories help you through this tough time. Sincerely Steve and Nancy.
Sincere Condolences to the Kinsman Family
To all of John’s family, we send our sincere condolences.
Linda and Dan Crerar
To John’s family, Dwight & Faye & families, & Lyle & Julie & families.
John was a true Kinsman, kind, a gentleman always. So sorry to hear of your loss
Barry & Melonie
Dwight and Faye and all the Kinsman family – Sincere sympathy in the loss of John. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jim and Helen Weston
Our deepest sympathy to the Kinsman family on John’s passing. Thinking of you all.
Sending deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved John.
Dwight and Faye and the Kinsman family,
Our deepest sympathy to you in the passing of John. May the Lord’s presence bring you comfort, encouragement and strength at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
My sincere condolences to all of the Kinsman family!
Hi dear Faye & Dwight. I didn’t know John but we prayed for him during his illness and I was so touched by Fayes love, concern, and caring heart for her precious brother-in-law. Sending my love & continued prayers for your family.
Joni
To John’s Family
Our sincere condolences in the loss of your dad and brother.
John, along with Ken Clarke and Eric Johnson kept things interesting at the auction sales for many years. I never knew when the next prank would happen but it was always fun. We could always depend on him to be there from the beginning to the end. He was a good dad and I know you will miss him deeply.
Sincere condolences on your great loss.
My sincere condolences to you all
My heartfelt sympathy and condolences to all of the Kinsman family. John was truly a kind, caring, gentle man and will certainly be missed by all of his family and friends
To John’s family and siblings
Our sincere condolences in the loss of your brother, dad and grandfather. He was a good friend to Erv for many years. May his legacy live on through those he loved and precious memories sustain you during this difficult time. He is now reunited with Karen and his family who have gone before him. May he rest in peace.
Erv and Ansberth Willert
John was a true gentleman who was kind to all. It was a gift to have to have spent family time with him.
Sending a gentle hug and our sincere condolences.
Sorry to hear about John. Deepest sympathies to the Kinsmen family.
Our condolences to your family. He and Karen have left a great legacy..
To John’s family and friends
Our condolences to all, may your memories of him bring you comfort in the future.
Michelle, Rick, Jeff, Andrew and The Kinsman Families,
Thinking of you all at this difficult time. I had the great pleasure and of seeing and having great conversations with your dad during his visits to BWRH. His smiles and friendly chats will be missed. Sending you our deepest sympathies and condolences and keeping you in our hearts and prayers
Janet, Doug & Emily
To the entire Kinsman family,
So sorry to hear about John. He was a pleasure to work with at Northlander.
Mark, Mary Ellen, Jack and Sam
Finlayson
So very sorry to hear of John’s passing, he will be greatly missed by everyone.
Our most sincere condolences to the Kinsman families for such a huge loss of John such a good man
Greg and Launda Campbell
My heartfelt sympathy to all the family. He was a wonderful guy, highly regarded by all and will be sadly missed. May he rest in peace with his loving soulmate, Karen.
Our condolences to the Kinsman family at this sad time. Thinking of you all.
To all of John’s Family – we are very sorry for your loss of a wonderful father, grandfather and brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. – Ivan and Brenda
My sincere sympathies to all of John’s family at this very sad time. Although he is together again with the love of his life, they were taken too soon. I considered both friends and neighbours that I have great memories of and they will be missed.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
To all of John’s Family & Friends
Sending our Condolences to each of you. John was such a nice man. Karen would be waiting with arms opened. RIP John
Our deepest sympathies for your loss.
Don & Connie Sararas
Our deepest sympathies for your loss
Don & Connie Sararas
Kinsman family, Dwight and Faye, heartfelt condolences on John’s passing. Cherish your precious memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dwight and Kinsman family , so sorry to hear of your brother’s passing. We’re thinking of you.
Rich and Wendy
Our sincere condolences to John’s family and friends
Our deepest sympathies and sincere condolences
To all of John’s family – please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of you father, grandfather and brother – we are so very sorry- Ivan and Brenda
It was always a pleasure to have a conversation with John. He had such an up-beat, quiet nature. We send our sincere condolences to the entire Kinsman family.
Bob and Anita Cooper
John was a wonderful neighbour. Our deepest condolences
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To John’s family and siblings
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. May God grant peace and comfort