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KLING-FURRY: Anne of Seaforth

January 5, 2026 By Haskett Funeral Home 77 Condolences

KLING-FURRY: Anne of Seaforth

Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Stratford General Hospital on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at the age of 80. Beloved wife of Lyle Furry for 38 years. Cherished mother of Gerry and Cheryl McLaughlin and Lynn and Tim MacMillan. Adored grandmother of Mike and Bianca, Brad, Josh and great-grandmother of McKenzie, and Charlotte. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Marilyn and Glenn Chesney and Peter and Francis Kling. Fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews and the extended Furry family. Predeceased by her parents Frank and Anna (Edmonds) Kling and niece Barbie Chesney.

Anne devoted nearly 30 years of her life to working for Murphy Bus Line, where she was known for her dedication and reliability. She had a deep passion for saving animalsโ€”especially catsโ€”and her love for them was matched only by her love for her grandchildren. Anne enjoyed walking, hiking, and spending time outdoors, finding peace in nature. She lived in Seaforth for most of her life, a place that always felt like home, and she will be remembered for her kindness, compassion, and the love she shared so freely with both people and animals.

Cremation has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, donations to The Humane Society of KW & Stratford Perth in Anneโ€™s memory would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. Lori Sinclair and Mary Eyre

    February 13, 2026 at 12:20 PM

    Lyle and family
    We are so very sorry to hear of Annes passing. She was a wonderful and caring friend. She was always there to check in on my Mom when Mom was in town bringing her sweet Morgan for a visit I will miss our chats. Rest in Peace my dear Anne.

  2. Deb

    February 9, 2026 at 9:29 PM

    Omg she was a very nice lady she drove my kids to school and was very nice and friendly and still talked to her after the kids were done school I’d see her in timnys every so often
    So sorry for Ann’s family’s loss

  3. Ken and Marg Caldwell

    January 16, 2026 at 7:47 PM

    Marilyn and Glenn, Peter and Francis – Our sincere sympathy to you and all of Anne’s family at this sad time for all of you. Kind Respects, Ken and Marg Caldwell

  4. Geraldine Prouse

    January 12, 2026 at 10:23 PM

    Vale Anne
    You will be sadly missed by family and friends and all the animals youโ€™ve helped
    Rest In Peace

  5. Mary Jean MacLeod

    January 12, 2026 at 3:18 PM

    I was deeply saddened to read of Anneโ€™s passing. We went to school together long ago. She was a lovely lady and kind to all animals (my kind of person) and loved her family deeply. May she rest in peaceโค๏ธ.
    Blondie

  6. Harry and Donna Arts

    January 11, 2026 at 3:16 PM

    Our deepest condolences to you Gerry and Cheryl, and to your family, during this sad time.

  7. Robert & Karen St.Pierre and Terry Swan

    January 11, 2026 at 12:17 PM

    Sorry to hear about your Mom. We extend our sympathies to the whole family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  8. Alex & Dymphie Veens

    January 10, 2026 at 1:33 PM

    To all the family, we are very sorry for your loss.
    Ann was our kids school bus driver for many years, they have great memories of her.
    Our thoughts are with you all.

  9. Tom and Bonnie Johnston

    January 10, 2026 at 7:56 AM

    Lyle, Gerry & Cheryl, Lyn & Tim
    We are sorry for you loss . Ann was always great to stop and have chats when she was out walking her beautiful Doberman. You all are in our prayers at this difficult time .
    Tom and Bonnie and Familyโค๏ธ

  10. Laura Crawford Boon

    January 9, 2026 at 4:14 PM

    I worked with Anne many years ago at Murphy Bus Lines! We always had many laughs.
    So sorry for the families loss๐Ÿ’•

  11. Marlene & Dave de Vries

    January 9, 2026 at 12:30 PM

    Our Deepest Sympathies to you All.

  12. Rob & Sue Nigh

    January 9, 2026 at 10:25 AM

    Sorry to hear about Anneโ€™s passing, our prayers go out to her family. She will be missed by many ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿป

  13. Denรฉ & Gary Coombs

    January 8, 2026 at 6:44 PM

    Gary and I wish to extend our deepest condolences to Lyle and to Anneโ€™s family. Anne was a gem she was funny and straightforward just the kind of person you want in your corner through life! We were shocked and saddened by her untimely passing!
    Anne’s friendship and personality are going to be greatly missed!
    Prayers for Lyle and her family

  14. Mary, Kevin, Curtis(Nicole), Courtney Bennett

    January 8, 2026 at 5:55 PM

    Gerry & Cheryl, Lynn & Tim and families. So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you guys during this difficult time.

  15. Mary Lou Wanner

    January 8, 2026 at 3:27 PM

    Sorry for your loss.

  16. John and Sharen Forrest

    January 8, 2026 at 12:43 PM

    So sorry to hear of Anne’s passing. Sending our deepest sympathy to Lyle and all of Anne’s family.

  17. Joan and Jim Moore

    January 8, 2026 at 12:18 PM

    Jim and I wish to extend our deepest condolences to Lyle and Anneโ€™s family! Anne and I were lifelong friends! I was shocked and saddened by her untimely passing!
    Anne was person tiny in stature but big in personality!

  18. Daryl Hulley

    January 8, 2026 at 11:56 AM

    Gerry, Cheryl, Mike, and Brad. Very sorry to hear of Anneโ€™s passing, my deepest sympathy to you all.

  19. Brett Finlayson

    January 8, 2026 at 11:19 AM

    Deepest sympathy to all the families โ™ฅ๏ธ Anne was a trooper loved her animals will all her heart very special lady โ™ฅ๏ธโ™ฅ๏ธโ™ฅ๏ธ
    Lots of love Brett & Janice Finlayson

  20. Wayne and Melita Cronin

    January 8, 2026 at 11:15 AM

    To All of Ann’s Family
    So sorry to hear of Ann’s passing.
    Sending warm hugs to all of you and wishing you wonderful memories of her

  21. Jeannine Jefferson

    January 8, 2026 at 11:06 AM

    So sorry to hear of Anne’s passing. Thinking of the family at this sad time

  22. Jim and Ruth Carter

    January 7, 2026 at 7:06 PM

    Lyle and family our deepest sympathies on the loss of Anne

  23. Brian Dupuis & family

    January 7, 2026 at 3:54 PM

    Gerry & Cheryl, Lynn & Tim, Lyle and families.

    So sorry to hear of Anne’s passing. Your mom was a special lady. Always enjoyed having
    chance to catch up when we happened to see each other over the years.
    She will be missed.

  24. Bonnie Beuerman Pryce

    January 7, 2026 at 11:44 AM

    I’m so sorry to hear of Anne’s passing! She had such a strong & vibrant energy and was a great friend to my mom. I will think of her fondly everytime I use her ” horse stuff” gifts.

  25. Louise Nicholson

    January 7, 2026 at 11:32 AM

    Our Deepest sympathy to Lyle and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time Louise and Dave

  26. Kare and Brian Nigh

    January 6, 2026 at 8:34 PM

    We are sorry to here of Anne’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to her family

  27. Liz Scott

    January 6, 2026 at 8:09 PM

    Gerry, Lynn, Lyle, Marilyn, Peter and your families

    So very sorry to hear about Anneโ€™s passing.
    Anne always made time to say hello, and chat for a bit.
    Her commitment to her home town, love of her family, and concern for her animals, made every conversation a bright spot in the day.
    Will miss seeing her around town.

    Much sympathy
    Liz (Golding) Scott

  28. Paul & Cathy Hulley

    January 6, 2026 at 8:05 PM

    Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies go out to you all at this very sad and difficult time.

  29. Rick & Barb Dalrymple

    January 6, 2026 at 7:43 PM

    Our sympathy in the loss of your Mom, Grandma and Great Grandma. Our thoughts are with you.

  30. Cathy and Kevan Broome

    January 6, 2026 at 7:41 PM

    So sorry to hear of Anneโ€™s passing. Kevan always enjoyed her chats when out walking.

  31. Jason Bourne

    January 6, 2026 at 7:26 PM

    Lyle, Cheryl and Family,

    I am deeply shocked and saddened to hear of Anne’s passing. She was an absolutely wonderful person. I loved chatting with her and she always had a positive comment to share. I will miss her. My sincerest condolences to the family.

  32. Anne Marie & Marty Bedard

    January 6, 2026 at 5:38 PM

    We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of a remarkable woman. Anne was kind, full of life, and never afraid to speak her mind or stand her ground. Her love of nature, animals, her strength, and her unmistakable spirit will be remembered always. May her memory bring comfort, smiles, and strength during this difficult time.

  33. Ken and Joan Csmpbell

    January 6, 2026 at 4:56 PM

    Lyle and all of Annโ€™s family. We were shocked to hear this sad news Sending condolences as you grieve
    the loss of Anne. She will be missed
    by family , friends, neibours and her
    beloved animals.Condolences to all the family. Sincerely, Ken and Joan
    Campbell

  34. Rene Dupuis and family

    January 6, 2026 at 3:46 PM

    Sending my sincere condolences to Anne’s family, she will be missed by many!

  35. Judy Beuerman

    January 6, 2026 at 3:42 PM

    Our Deepest Sympathy to all Anne’s families. May the memories that mean the most to you, live forever in your hearts. Heaven has gained a kind angel. Sincerely Warren and Judy Beuerman

  36. Carolanne Doig

    January 6, 2026 at 2:29 PM

    To all Anne’s family, my sincerest sympathy. What a shock! Anne was a long time friend going back to growing up in the same neighbourhood on Goderich St. and our love for horses, and dogs, and all animals. I remember Anne as feisty yet friendly, small in stature yet big in heart. I am truly sorry that I will not meet her on the street again nor greet her at one of our luncheons. I will remember her with fondness.

  37. Bruce and Sharon Wilbee

    January 6, 2026 at 2:21 PM

    Lyle and Families
    We are so sad to hear of Anne’s passing. She was the first person
    to welcome us to the neighbourhood even before we had moved in.
    You both have been great neighbours and we will miss the many
    conversations with Anne over the fence.
    Our deepest condolences.

  38. Kevin Bennewies and Family

    January 6, 2026 at 2:05 PM

    Sorry to hear of Anne’s passing. My sincere condolences to all of you at this difficult time.

  39. Dolores Beuerman

    January 6, 2026 at 1:08 PM

    My sincere sympathies Lyle, Gerry & Cheryl, Lynn & Tim and extended families. At this difficult time, we share the good times remembered. Fond memories dear Anne.

  40. Janice Preszcator

    January 6, 2026 at 12:54 PM

    LYLE AND THE KLING FAMILY: My sincerest sympathy to all of you. May all your memories and l know there are many bring you comfort and more smiles than tears.

  41. Jim and Janneke Murray

    January 6, 2026 at 12:43 PM

    When Anne was a teenager she would ride her beautiful palomino out by my parents place in Roxborough and she would stop and let me pet her horse and chat. Later in life she asked me to babysit the kids. After our car accident she told me that she had prayed for me, and now I pray for Lyle and her family as they go through the days ahead. So hard to say goodbye to those we love!

  42. Joe Steffler

    January 6, 2026 at 12:37 PM

    Lyle, Gerry, Lynn and families
    Lyle I am so sorry to hear of Anneโ€™s passing. Anne as true, honest and great friend of Lin and I. Lin will be so happy to welcome her friends Anne into Heaven.
    Rest In Peace Anne.

  43. Rene Dupuis and family

    January 6, 2026 at 12:09 PM

    Sorry to hear of Anne’s passing, she will be missed!

  44. Ken Papple

    January 6, 2026 at 11:03 AM

    Lyle and Anne’s family- So sorry to learn of your loss of Anne. Do cherish the many positive memories you have of this remarkable lady. My sincere Sympathy and know that so many others care.

  45. Larry and Dianne McGrath

    January 6, 2026 at 11:01 AM

    Lyle, Gerry, Cheryl, Lynn, Tim & Families: Our sincere condolences on the loss of Anne. She will be missed by many. Our thoughts are with you.

  46. Barry and Brenna Vincent

    January 6, 2026 at 10:44 AM

    Dear Lyle, Gerry, Lynn and families,
    We are so sorry to hear of Anne’s passing. She was a sweetheart and sure loved her pets! Sending our deepest condolences to the entire family. May she rest in peace โ™ฅ๏ธ

  47. Kelly Gregory

    January 6, 2026 at 10:37 AM

    Lynn, Tim and Josh, so sorry to hear about your loss. Ken and I are currently out of the country but wanted to take a moment to let you know we are thinking of you and sharing in how hard of a time this must be for you.

    Our prayers and sympathies.
    Kelly and Ken Easton, Madeline. โ™ฅ๏ธ

  48. Rudy Jansen

    January 6, 2026 at 10:37 AM

    Condolences Lyle to you and your families, Also to the McLaughlin families. Sad to see your loved ones passing away. RIP Anne Rudy Jansen

  49. Brian and Janet Keys and family

    January 6, 2026 at 10:03 AM

    To Anneโ€™s familyโ€ฆ.our deepest sympathy to you all. So many memories we have to hold and cherish. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. RIP Anne.

  50. Bob and Barb Watson

    January 6, 2026 at 9:31 AM

    We are sorry to hear of the loss of Anne

  51. Rose McMaster

    January 6, 2026 at 9:21 AM

    Lyle & families. I was very shocked to hear of Anneโ€™s passing. Sending sincere condolences to everyone at this sad time.

  52. Jacquelyne Mitchell

    January 6, 2026 at 8:53 AM

    Fran, Peter, Lyle and Families My sincere condolence May Anne rest in peace My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

  53. Pauline Johnson

    January 6, 2026 at 3:52 AM

    My deepest condolences to the families

  54. Jeannette Finnigan

    January 6, 2026 at 2:21 AM

    Oh, I am very sorry to read of Anne’s death. I saw her infrequently in the library and enjoyed chatting with her very much. We’d had a visit a month or so ago and caught up on some family news and her concerns regarding her animals.
    I’m very much saddened to hear of her passing.

  55. Karen Davis

    January 5, 2026 at 10:48 PM

    Lyle & Family,
    I was shocked & saddened when I heard of Anneโ€™s passing. My sincere condolences to all of you. May you draw strength from the fond memories & from family & friends.

  56. Brian & Helen Oldfield

    January 5, 2026 at 10:11 PM

    Dear Lyle & all of Anneโ€™s family, we were shocked to hear this sad news. Sending sincere condolences as you grieve this loss. Anne will be greatly missed by the Seaforth community. May your fondest memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. ๐Ÿ’•

  57. Jim & Danica McNichol

    January 5, 2026 at 10:01 PM

    We send our deepest condolences for the loss of a wonderful lady. Anne would always be up for a chat whenever we would meet. Keep all your wonderful memories in your hearts to get you through this difficult time.

  58. Greg and Kathy Oโ€™Reilly

    January 5, 2026 at 9:26 PM

    Lyle, Gerry, Lynn and your families:

    We wish to extend to you our sincerest sympathies. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.

  59. Doug and Nancy Anstett

    January 5, 2026 at 9:02 PM

    We were saddened to hear of Anneโ€™s passing. Loved hearing her stories from earlier years and enjoyed our chats Sending our sincere sympathy

  60. Eric MacMillan

    January 5, 2026 at 7:59 PM

    Gerry, Lyle, Lynn my sincere condolences on Anneโ€™s passing. Having seen her at Xmas apparently in good health, Iโ€™m stunned she passed so quickly.
    May she rest in peace.

  61. John Munro

    January 5, 2026 at 7:24 PM

    Lyle and families so sorry on hearing that Anne has passed away. Thoughts and prayers extended to everybody. John & Rose

  62. Ann (Rivers) Preszcator

    January 5, 2026 at 7:06 PM

    Dear Family
    My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

  63. Carroll Smith Della

    January 5, 2026 at 6:56 PM

    Lyle and family, I am heartbroken reading this, she was a special lady. Lots of laughs at Murphy bus lines. She will always be remembered with a smile.

  64. Brenda Flynn

    January 5, 2026 at 6:45 PM

    So sorry for your loss Lyle and family she was a great lady โค๏ธ

  65. Joyce Ribey

    January 5, 2026 at 6:10 PM

    I send my sincere sympathy to you Lyle, Lynn, Jerry and all of the family. What a shock to hear of Anne’s passing. I only have known Anne in recent years as we enjoyed walking at the Agriplex. I cherish those memories and know Anne will be very missed. May the support and love of family and friends help everyone in this sad loss.

  66. Don Tunney

    January 5, 2026 at 6:09 PM

    So sorry to hear of Anneโ€™s passing, my deepest sympathy goes to Anneโ€™s family during this difficult time.

  67. Rob Murphy

    January 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM

    Lyle and Family.
    Our deepest condolences to your family. Anne was very direct when you met her and you knew immediately how she felt about life, her family and Murphy Bus Lines. Anne was dedicated to the students she transported and many have asked about her over the years. She will be deeply missed.

  68. Bill & Connie Devereaux

    January 5, 2026 at 5:46 PM

    So very sorry for your loss!

  69. Janice Murray Jansen & Harry Jansen

    January 5, 2026 at 5:36 PM

    Our deepest sympathy to Lyle & Family.. She one special lady a great neighbor & friend & animal lover.. RIP Anne ..old Grey will be ok ๐Ÿพ โค๏ธ

  70. Gary and Dianne Bennett

    January 5, 2026 at 5:30 PM

    So deeply saddened to hear of Anneโ€™s passing, we had many laughs on ladies night only a month ago. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Furry and Kling family in this time of sorrow.

  71. Laura and Dale

    January 5, 2026 at 5:22 PM

    Deepest condolences Lyle and family. We are so sad to hear of Anneโ€™s passing. Her smiling face will be missed through the neighbourhood. Thinking of you and your family at this most difficult time.

  72. Doreen C Becker

    January 5, 2026 at 5:16 PM

    Lyle we are so sorry for your loss. She will truly be missed ๐Ÿ˜ข

  73. Bryan and Lynda Vincent

    January 5, 2026 at 5:02 PM

    Lyle, Gerry, Lynn and families, so sorry to hear of Anne’s passing. Thinking of all of you at this difficult time!

  74. Jim and Gene Baynham

    January 5, 2026 at 4:57 PM

    Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Annes’ love for all creatures great and small was bountiful. Anne will be missed.

  75. Cheryl Ann & Troy St. Onge

    January 5, 2026 at 4:36 PM

    Lyle, Gerry & Cheryl, Lynn & Tim & familyโ€ฆ..
    Our deepest sympathy to you all. Anne was a gem! She had zest for life that was unmatched. She wore her heart on her sleeve.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
    Cheryl Ann & Troy St. Onge (Storey)

  76. Paul and JoAnne Matthews

    January 5, 2026 at 3:27 PM

    We are so very sorry for your great loss Lyle. She was a very good neighbor and friend. She is going to be missed by her many neighbors. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

  77. Ellen E Murphy

    January 5, 2026 at 3:22 PM

    Lyle and family so sorry to hear of Anne’s passing. My deepest sympathy to all of you at this very difficult time.

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