LENTING: David “Dave” Robert of Centralia
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On September 22, 2026 @ 4:11 PM In Exeter, Obituary | 75 Comments
Dave passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the age of 30. He fought well, now is his time to rest. Dave is survived by his parents Karen (Burdick) and Michael Lenting, his brother Wes Lenting, and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Dave loved anything with an engine, especially cars, motorcycles, and snowmobiles. He played hockey in his younger years and loved spending time with his faithful companions, Lilly and Jack.
Although Dave’s life was far too short, a part of him will continue on. Through the gift of organ donation, Dave has given others the opportunity for more time, more memories, and more life. His family takes great comfort in knowing that, even in saying goodbye, Dave was able to leave behind an extraordinary gift to others.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Sunday, September 27th from 2 – 4 PM. A private family interment will be held at Exeter Cemetery at a later date.
Donations to Stratford General Hospital Foundation – Huron Perth Assertive Community Treatment Team in Dave’s memory would be appreciated by the family
Condolences for the family of “LENTING: David “Dave” Robert of Centralia”
Dear Karen, Mike and Wes
Thinking of you all as you grieve the passing of your beloved son and brother. Gone to soon 🩷
Rest in peace David
Mike, Karen & family
So very sorry to hear of the passing of your son. Far too young. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Way to soon Dave, May you rest easy up there Mr Lenting. Karen and Wes my Condolences to you and the rest of the Family
Karen and Mike and family,
We are so sorry to hear this news! Far too soon. Sending the biggest hugs for strength in the coming days.
Mike, Karen & Wes,
We are thinking of you during this difficult time. May your memories help carry you through the days ahead.
Brad & Robin Regier
Mike, Karen and Wes, please accept my heartfelt condolences. So sorry to hear about Dave. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jo-Dee DesJardine
Rest in peace man.
So sorry to Dave’s family. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you.
I always thought of you and always will.
Karen and family,
My sincere condolences to you all
May he Rest In Peace
Mike and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My sincerest condolences to the family.
Mike, Karen and Wes my condolences. I remember the boys growing up together playing hockey or just getting together. David will be missed. Remember all the good memories to help you threw this difficult time.
We are so sorry for your loss . Thinking of all of you! The Delbridges
Karen, Mike and Wes, so sorry to hear about David,
Our hearts and prayers are with all of you,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on David’s passing.
Mike, Karen and Wes
Our hearts are with you during this tragic loss and we will be thinking of you in the days ahead as you navigate the loss of Dave.
Nancy Buchanan-Moller & Family
So sorry for your loss
you are in our thoughts and prayers
Mike, Karen and Wes:
Our condolences at this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Faye and Larry Skinner
Karen, Michael and Wes: My deepest sympathy!
Condolences goes out to Wes and the family. In times like these, it is hard to accept and we have to learn to live with the fond memories. May he sleep in Peace.
Sending deepest condolences.
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences.
I just saw him roughly a week ago and he would always say hello as he walked by me on the street.
Great hockey memories with my kids at the arena with David. I’m so sorry to hear this, hugs to everyone. Our thoughts are with you all.
My condolences to you Wes and your family, sorry for your loss. Thinking about you in this difficult time.
Mike, Karen and Wes – I am so so sorry to hear about this tragic loss. My deepest condolences. Your family is in my thoughts and I wish you all comfort and healing as you navigate through this difficult time.
Mike/Karen/Wes,
Our sincerest condolences. We will forever fondly remember the Canada Day neighbourhood fireworks when the boys were younger.
Katherine/Mike/Jakob
To David’s family,
I want to extend my deepest condolences to you all during this incredibly difficult time. David fought a long and courageous battle, and I hope that he may now rest peacefully.
Thinking of all of you and wishing you strength, comfort, and peace in the days ahead.
Mike, Karen and Wes, so sorry to hear of your loss. You’re in our thoughts and prayers
My sincere prayers and condolences to your family.
Dear Mike, Karen and Wes,
Such heartbreaking news! So terribly sorry for your loss! We are in Scotland now, but are surrendering you all in prayer at this very sad time.
Richard and Sheila Macgregor
Sorry to hear the loss of your son Mike and Karen, my thoughts are with you and your families
Such sad news Mike, Karen, Wes and family.
Karen, Mike and Wes, our deepest sympathy in the loss of David.
So many good memories of the boys hanging out and playing hockey when they were younger. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Mike, Karen, and Wes. I am saddened to hear of David’s passing I remember him as the little boy at Staffa United Church. He had that cheeky grin, mischief in those little eyes and a little bit shy. Sending condolences to your entire family.
Susan Pushelberg
Karen, Mike and Wes
My deepest condolences in the loss of David. He was always a very polite young man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mike, Karen and Wes,
I am so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sending you my sincere condolences.
Karen, Michael and Wes
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
Our sincerest and most deep condolences are extended to Dave’s family. We are so sorry to learn this sad news. In deep sympathy, Chuck and Judy Mallette
I have some very fond memories of David when we were teenagers. He was always so kind to me. I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart and condolences go out to you all.
My sincere condolences to Mike and his wife and family.
My condolences to Mike and family sorry for your loss
Mike and family
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time💐
Mike, Karen, Wes & family, I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of Dave. My deepest condolences to you in this difficult time
Mike, Karen & family
Our deepest sympathies to your family on the loss of your loved one. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.🙏🙏
Dear Karen, Mike & Wes, we were saddened to hear of Davids passing. Our thoughts are you and your family during this sad time.
Karen, my deepest sympathy on your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.
Dear Karen, Mike and Wes,
We are so sorry for your loss. We have many memories of good times when we enjoyed family visits while our sons splashed in the pool or played video games. David always had a sparkle of mischief in his eyes and a wonderful smile. Our heartfelt hugs to you at this sad time.
Sorry for ur loss I only knew him for a few years when we hung out and just seen him a week ago thought things were good r.i.p dave until we meet again buddy
Allan and I would like to express our deepest sympathies to Mike, Karen, and Wes, upon hearing of the passing of David…much too soon. Although he’s at peace now, for the loved ones he leaves behind, there’s heartache.
Please now that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carolyn Hurd and Allan Reinhard
We are sorry to hear about your loss of your son David treasure the memories of his life.
To all of Dave’s family,
I want to share with you my deepest condolences, Dave will truly be missed.
Karen, Mike and Wes
My heartfelt condolences in the loss of Dave.
Cherish the loving memories and the good times.
Rest in Peace Dave.
Kathy Coolman
We are so very sorry to learn of this. I have such lovely memories of David playing hockey. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers
Mike, Karen and Wes, we send you our heartfelt condolences in the loss of Dave. May you find peace in the good memories.
Hi Wes,
I was so incredibly sorry to hear the news about your brother. I am keeping you and your family in family in my thoughts during this heavy time. Sending you my deepest condolences.
My condolences to David’s family and friends.
I am so devastated to hear of Dave’s passing. My heart goes out to you all. Please accept my sincere condolences.
May he be at peace now.
Mike, Karen and Wes…
We are so sorry to hear about David’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you!.
To the Lenting Family..Please accept my sincere condolences…very sad to hear of the loss of you son.
Karen, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers are sent your way from me Tammy
Hi Karen, so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers are sent your way to you and your family from Tammy
Mike, Karen and Wes,
I am very sorry to hear of David’s passing. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers today and in the months ahead.
Karen, Michael & Wes.
We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Linda & Jim Dietrich.
Aunt Karen, Uncle Mike and Wes, I was so sad to hear of Dave’s passing. Sending you all my heartfelt condolences and prayers for comfort during this very difficult time. ❤️
So sorry to hear of Davids passing. Such a nice young man to talk to and friendly personality. Our deepest condolences to you Mike, Karen and Wes and your extended family. Know that no words can possibly comfort you however take solace that your friends and family are grieving with you.
Sincere condolences to the Lenting family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sending our deepest sympathies at this sad time.
Sincerely,
Pete Tuckey & Janet Prout
Mike, Karen and family,
Our deepest condolences to you all . So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you in the difficult days ahead.
Dear Mike, Karen, Wes, and family,
My deepest condolences on David’s passing. Thinking of you at this difficult time and hoping the many wonderful memories you have of him and your time together bring you some comfort.
Tracy McLennan
Mike, Karen and Wes.
My deepest condolences to you all. Mike I remember in our early days teaching and you speaking so fondly of both Dave and Wes when they were young. May your memory’s give you strength in the days ahead.
I’m so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. I am thinking of you at this difficult time.
To the Lenten family I say this your son was perseverant witty sometimes slow with a big heart he he gave where no others could see to give hopefully this helps in your untimely loss blessings and love to your family and to him who went before us may his dick stay on the ice
Mike, I am so sorry for your loss. It’s been many years since I was your student but when i heard the news my heart broke for you and your family. You’re in my thoughts always.
Mike, Karen and Wes. Chris and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Graham would also like to pass on his condolences.
We know there are no words to console you but please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Chris,Ann,Graham and Anastasia Rundle.
Dear Michael, Karen, Wes and family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you all during this difficult time. I will continue to pray for peaceful hearts as you remember Dave. My sincere condolences, Evelyn Elder
I was so sad to learn of David’s death at such a young age. I remember him fondly from his youth and the time he spent in our class. He had such a great smile and a twinkle in his eye! My condolences to his family.
He would have known me as “Ms Coombs”
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Karen, Michael & Wes
Sincere sympathy. Trust the good memories will bring some peace and comfort during this difficult time.