I am so sorry to hear this news. Jean taught me so much when we were catering at Star. She was a mentor to me as a new member. Every time I use a spatula I hear her say it is a rubber scraper! She will be mussed

To Jean’s family
Sincere sympathy to each of you.

We are so sorry to have to bid farewell to our dear friend, Jean. She & Carl sponsored us into Eastern Star, and she was our biggest cheerleader throughout the years! She was such an amazing lady that will be dearly missed, but will always be remembered in our hearts. It gives us some comfort knowing that she and her beloved Carl are once again reunited. Our sincere condolences to all her loved ones.❤️

Jean was a lovely woman I was happy to meet many many times over the long years of my friendship with her granddaughter. Whenever we saw each other she asked after my family and was interested in hearing all the news. She was kind, supportive and thoughtful. My deepest condolences to Alyshia & Gwen and all of the rest of her family who will surely miss her.

A very nice and kind lady, RIP to a great lady

Sending my condolences to Jean’s family. She lived a full life which truly is a blessing. I’m proud to have known her. Rest in eternal peace Jean

I called her my mom!!
She was such a special person!! I will miss her but not near as much as her great family! Rest in peace “Mom”!

Deepest Sympathies. What a legacy of great memories your mom is leaving your families. She was so kind and friendly whenever I saw her. She will be missed.

Gwen, Heather, Connie, our condolences, may your mom be at peace. We are never ready to lose a great neighbour and friend, even at 96. She brought us joy, laughter, and wisdom. I was forever interrupting her enjoying a ball game, curling, crib or cards. I will miss our weekly visits. You meant the world to our family. ❤️ Barb, Rob, Brett, Cam, Bailey Oud and families In Jeans own words “Parting is such sweet sorrow”

Sweet sweet lady Jean will sure be missed Our sympathies to all the family

Jean’s smile and warm welcome were a shining light to me – every time I saw her — including the last time I dropped in to see her when I was down to the Villa this past May. And how tolerant she was during all those sleepovers during high school, Gwen!

My prayers are with you all oxo

Jeans Family
Our deepest sympathy at this sad time, I had a nice visit with Jean a couple weeks ago at the Villa, thinking of everyone.

Sincere condolences to you on Jean’s passing. Your family and our community has lost a treasure who will be missed and not forgotten.
Grace and peace.

The Mills Family. To us Jean will always be remembered as the smiling and friendly cafeteria lady during our years at SHDHS. Carl and her were also very good friends with my parents who were also in the Eastern Star and the Masons. She was a lovely lady. Our sincere condolences.

We are saddened to read this news about Jean. She was such a lovely woman who brightened the day for everyone. Keep all of your happy times close. May her memory be a blessing.

My thoughts are with you at this time

All the Mills family

So sorry to read of your Mom’s passing. Our deepest sympathies go out to you all. Your Mom was a great woman and role model. We enjoyed our visitswith herm and your Dad, Relish all the great momories.

To Gwen and family:
Sorry to read of your Mom’s passing. Countless community meals are mentioned and I remember the endless meat pies created. She was leader of the meat pie ladies and my Mom was a devoted member of the group. May your memories be a blessing. A hug from here.

Dear Heather, Bill and Family,
It is never easy to lose your mother, your first friend and everlasting supporter. We know you will have many wonderful memories to sustain you in this time of grief. Thinking of you with love,

To the Mills family:
Our sincere condolences. It was always a pleasure speaking with Jean whenever we ran into each other. We are thinking of you at this time.

My sincerest condolences

I played many games with Jean. She sure was a sharp player. She was a friend of my mother Belve Rowe who passed many years ago. Jean never forgot a name she was amazing .
Our sympathies to all the family. she will be missed by all.

I’ll always remember how Jean made me feel so welcome as a new member of the order of the Eastern Star. She was so very sweet and kind!! She will be greatly missed!! My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends!

To all Jean’s Family

My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.

Wanda Reynolds

Jean’s Family
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Such a friendly lovely lady. I always enjoyed our chats at church or in the community. Thinking of you all.

To all the Mills family – so sorry for your loss

So sorry for your loss Gwen and family!
Such a lovely lady ! RIP Jean!
From Yvonne (Fisher) Barnetson!

Dear Helen and Jean’s Family, So very sorry to hear of the passing of Jean. She was an Angel here on earth and will be a top Angel in Heaven. She is dealing the cards and laughing her special laugh. Our sincerest condolences, Paul and Sue Robinson.

To the Mills family.
We were truly blessed to have Jean and Carl for neighbours.
We shared in some delicious meals prepared by Jean.
I was fortunate to visit Jean at the Villa.
She was always positive and true inspiration to everyone.
Glad she is pain free and at rest.
I will miss her!

the Mills family,
Jean was a very friendly woman and will be missed by many. Please accept my condolence.

Peter McFalls

To Gwen,Heather,Connie and extended Family,we offer condolences.
Over the years I played many games of bridge with Jean.She was always so patient,and so much fun ! She made a great cup of tea, we had great chats
She would tell us how her girls were doing…..she loved her family so very much.
She lived a good life and was a wonderful Mom….treasure the years you had with her ,she was one of the best.
Rest in peace Jean

Our deepest condolences, have known Jean through cards and at the Villa, she will be missed by all who knew her.

Jean was a wonderful lady and showed kindness to everyone. Many years ago when I was working Velma Carroll would have morning coffee with Jean Mills, Millie Jones, Belva Rowe, Beatrice Richardson, Dorothy Ratcliffe and Velma would have me pop in for a coffee. Those ladies had so much fun together laughing and eating Velma’s delicious homemade tea biscuits and jam. I have fond memories of each one of those ladies. Jean is going to be missed by everyone. Sincere sympathy to her daughters and their families in the passing of a loving Mom/Grandmother. Thinking of you all.

My Sincere Condolences Gwen , Played many games of Bridge with Jean & she taught me many things
She Certainly will be Missed by her many Friends.
R I P Jean , No more pain

Gwen, Heather, Connie and families,
We will truly miss our friendship with Jean. She was kind and welcoming to us when we moved back to Exeter. She was a dear friend to Larry’s mother. A life well lived.
Sandra & Larry Idle

Gwen, Heather, Connie,
My sincere condolences to you and your families.
It was truly a privilege to meet and care for Jean. I will cherish our friendship.
Please know my thoughts are with you, and I hope you find comfort in the love and memories you shared together.

One of the best! Sending hugs and condolences to you all, it’s been a long time, but I will never forget her,so kind and caring, in the past we had some wonderful chats,
Most sincerely, Judy ( Jory) Hayward

Jean was a remarkable lady whose kindness, wisdom, and quiet strength touched so many lives. I will always treasure our friendship, our many games of cribbage, and the laughter and the conversations we shared. Jean gave me strength when I most needed it.

She lived a life of grace and service, and her memory will continue to inspire all who knew her.

Rest in peace, dear Jean. You will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

With heartfelt sympathy,
Mary Wright

Very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother Gwen. Condolences to your entire family.
Jane Broderick

Sincere Sympathy to Jean’s Family. She was a very kind and caring person. Jean will be missed. I live at the Exeter Villa.

Gwen, Heather, Connie and families,
I am so sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. She always made a point of wanting me to sit for a moment with coffee in hand for a quick chat on my family and to tell me of you girls and what was going on in your lives. She loved you lots. Deepest sympathy.

Gwen, Heather, Connie and families, Helen and family, heartfelt condolences on your loss. Jean was a friendly lady who always had a smile, for everyone she met. Cherish your precious memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Words cannot express how saddened we are to hear of Jean’s passing. She has been a dear friend and support to generations of our family. Our condolences to all of her family.
A beautiful angel has gained her wings.

My sincere condolences to the family. Jean was the most kindest and loving person I’m so glad I got to know Jean I had a lot of good laughs with her. But most of all the respect she showed to all of us at the Villa she was a remarkable lady and I will miss her. It was a great honour going and helping you I will that the most.

I have so many fond memories of Jean and Carl over the years. She was a wonderfull lady. My sincere condolences to the family.

To the Mills family….
My sincere condolences to Jean’s family and to Jean’s friends. Over the years we have made many memories of church bazaar preparations and social activities involving many bridge games, both Tuesday and our Wednesday internet bridge games.
I shall treasure my memories of this very kind, gentle, and wonderful lady. May Jeans’s memory be a blessing.

Condolences to Jean’s family. She was a lovely women with a great sense of humor. I had the privilege of playing bridge with her a few times and always enjoyed it. Your parents were great neighbours on Huron Street for many years.
Hugs to all.

My sincere condolences to the family. Jean was the most kindest and loving person I’m so glad I got to know Jean I had a lot of good laughs with her. But most of all the respect she showed to all of us at the Villa she was a remarkable lady and I will miss her. It’s was a great honour going and helping her I will that the most.

My sincere condolences on your mom’s passing

Gwen, Heather, Connie & families
What a gal… Jean & I often worked together with Jennie. Jeans love of cooking and fun fit right with us ..
She certainly was one of a kind & will always be remembered

Deepest condolences on the loss of your precious Mother, Grandma & GG. She was a special lady and I will miss our visits.
💕Jack & Mary Lou

Gwen, Heather, Connie, sister Helen and families
Jean was a kind and very friendly lady to everyone. She will certainly be missed.
Thinking of you in days ahead.

Deepest Sympathies

To Jean’s family,
We send our most sincere condolences on Jean’s passing. What a beautiful lady she was, to so many people. Jean helped me to learn the game of bridge, and along with her infinite knowledge of the game, we shared many laughs and good conversations, and always enjoyed her baked goodies too. Jean and Carl were always a special couple to the Riddell family, and we are happy to know they are now re-united.
Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

The Shute Family: We are sorry to read about the passing of your sister and aunt. Treasure all those memories.

Gwen, we are so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing , she was a wonderful lady. Our condolences to your entire family.

Sending sincere condolences to Jean’s family, Gwen, Heather, Connie and their families. Jean was a great neighbor and friend such a wonderful lady, keep all your fun loving memories close to your heart

Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing Gwen.

Jean was a fun and wonderful lady to sit and have a good visit with. She was a special friend to my mom and we would see her at the villa.

Condolences to the entire family, she left many memories for all of us.

Dave, Doug and all of the Mills Family:
Offering my sincere condolences on the loss of your Dear Sister-in-Law. She and Carl were highly respected in our home town of Exeter, myself included. She will be missed….will always look to my right in James Street United Church and see her sitting there in her special pew….may she RIP

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.

Heather and Bill and family
We send you our heartfelt condolences in the loss of your Mom and Grandma. We are thinking of you as you journey through this loss. May you find comfort knowing what a full happy life she had leaving behind so many wonderful memories.

To Jean’s Family so sorry to hear of Jean’s passing! She was such a great lady may the many memories give you peace at this difficult time.

I met Jean through the Eastern Star & she was such a special person. She always had a smile on her face & genuinely enjoyed talking to people. I will miss her !!

To Jean’s family

On behalf of my family and my staff please accept our deepest condolences. Jean was a wonderful lady that was loved by so many in our community. She was a neighbor and a lovely customer at my store and always a pleasure to serve for many many decades.

Blessings to you all.
Tom Hartai & family and staff, Brigittes Fashions and Thomas H Fine Menswear, Exeter

Dear Gwen and family. So sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. Such a sweet lady. Gordon and I always enjoyed our visits with her and Carl.

Always a friendly smile whenever we met, Sorry to hear of her passing

To Jean’s family
Jean was such a lovely lady. Knew her through the church and playing cards with John’s mom and dad. Jean always had a great laugh. Jean was a hard worker and gave to her community in many ways. Cherish your memories and she will live on in all your hearts

A friendlier lady you could not meet! We got to know Jean thru the church and then at Probus, where she and Carl were an active and fun pair. Will miss her welcome smile.

RIP Jean

We have many happy memories of Carl & Jean through our association at Eastern Star. She was a happy lady who enjoyed life and will be missed by all who knew her.

Dear Family of Jean Mills – Jean has left many footprints in her time with us and all to our advantage. She had a gentle soul and reached out to everyone to be of help. Jean will be dearly missed but has left us all with positive advantages. Sincere respect.

Dear Gwen, Heather, Connie and families,
She was a grand lass. She remains entrenched in our minds, standing in kitchen of the day, spoon in hand, smile on face and casual instructions to her team.
She served wisdom as easily as a piece of pie. She laughed from the belly, told intricate tails and took care of a host of generations.
Throughout the decades, Jean and our family corresponded, visited and talked on the phone. She was our connection to the past, our guidance for the day and our mentor for the future.
She will be greatly missed by all and forever entrenched in our hearts.
In sympathy and sorrow, Paul and JoAnn

Gwen, Rob and family
We’re sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Based on the creative obituary, we can only assume she was a fun-loving person and will be missed.
Our condolences.

To Gwen, Heather, Connie, families and friends
Sorry to learn of Jean’s passing. Condolences to all, our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

To Jean’s family and friends
I am so sorry for your loss. Jean was a very nice friendly lady.

With Deepest Sympathy – Donna Perry

I have such wonderful memories of your Mom and Dad. I worked with Jean but spent a summer renting a room from them. She lived a wonderful life and she will be welcomed by Carl.

You have my deepest sympathy……

Jean was a treasure and will be missed by many. May the memories be a blessing.

Dear Gwen, Heather, Connie and all families.
Jean was a special person. She was a friend, mentor, confidant and always a positive support. We have so many good memories of her and Carl. They were both good people! We will miss Jean’s presence in our lives. Extending sympathy to all.

Gwen, Heather, Connie and families
We were so sad to hear of Jean’s passing. She truly was one of the best!! Some of the things about Jean that made me smile…..her infectious laugh, her kindness, her endless patience when teaching newbies the game of bridge, her oh so delicious homemade Christmas pudding, the way she was always up for a visit and so much more!! Sending big hugs to all of you!!

To Gwen, and Jean’s Family,
Sorry to read mom’s passing. Such an amazing lady. I always enjoyed our chats at church or in the community. I will always remember Jean as being kind, caring, amazing, gentle and all-around wonderful lady. I never played cards but I did work with her in the church kitchen making meat pies, and there she was the Queen. Sending hugs and condolences to the family.

Jean kept in regular touch with her cousins here in England (my mother and my aunt) until they predeceased her. She treasured her wider English family and never failed to share her news with them. This was a genuine connection based on her love of family and of course it was mutual. So from England, I send our feelings of love and admiration for Jean and our condolences to the Mills family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

David & Maria Doherty

My deepest sympathy to Gwen, Heather, Connie and families. Had some great card games with your mom and working with her at UCW events.

Gwen, Heather, Connie and family please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your Mom.

Gwen and families,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your mother. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories that you made as a family and through the legacy of love that she leaves your family.

Jen was a wonderful Lady and good friend to all the Officer’s of “Journey of Jerusalem Year” 2002-2003.
She will be missed by all her “Eastern Star” second family in District #5
May she rest in peace.

Helen, so sorry to hear of your sisters passing. Keeping you and her family in our thoughts and prayers.

Gwen, Heather and Connie – My heart was saddened to hear the news of your Mom’s passing. We have shared a special friendship that has spanned for decades. I have many memories of the ventures life afforded us, both good and bad and will cherish these forever. I trust each of you will find comfort in the days ahead as you recall the presence your Mon played in each of your lives.
My sincere sympathy

Dear Gwen and family. My condolences to the Queen of hearts. I had the good fortune of meeting this lovely lady a few years ago in Antigonish. She gave the ultimate sacrifice: her life to hold in her hand, a FUll HOUSE 🏠. She knew how to play her cards to bring you all together one last time. Enjoy all the memories She held close to her heart.

To Gwen, Heather, Connie and families:
My sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom, Grandma and Great Grandma, she was a wonderful lady…..always had a smile. Keep your memories close and she’ll always be with you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

My condolences to Gwen, Heather, Connie and family.
Jean will be missed. I always enjoyed visiting with her at Mills family get togethers. My sympathies to you.

I have many fond memories of Jean and her dear husband, Carl, and all the Mills family over many years. May all of Jean’s family enjoy our Lord’s blessings and be comforted in the days ahead.

My sincerest condolences to Gwen, Heather, Connie and sister Helen.

Jean will be missed. Treasure the memories you shared together.

Our sincere condolences to Jean’s family and friends. Always a pleasure to chat with Jean at meat pies or out and about in the community. She will be missed.

Our condolences to Gwen. Heather, Connie and families for the loss of a dear mother, grandma and great grandmother. Jean was an amazing lady and we always enjoyed a visit with her. She was full of fun, always smiling and it was a joy to be with her. I have so many great memories of time spent with her at Meat Pies and UCW. The world is a better place because she was here and she accomplished so much. We also shared our travel experiences with your Mom and Dad and he and I exchanged some books as we both liked history. I did teach at EPS with him and remember him playing his bagpipes. They were a wonderful couple.

Our sincere sympathy goes out to Jean’s family who we know will miss her kindness, joy, outgoing personality and interest in everyone always.

We saw her at family get-togethers and she was always one of the first to welcome any of the Chiiticks who arrived, even those married to a Chittick! We wish we had more time with her & Carl but look back fondly at times we were together.

May God comfort you as you remember her and all the happy times together. We are sorry we could not join you at her Memorial service.

Sincere regards, Trudy & Clare Chittick & family (Colleen, David & Steven & spouses)

Lois and I offer our condolences to Jean’s family. In spite of the current sadness, we can remember her smile and her mental prowess. She loved organ music at our church and she always came when we sang at the Villa. Would that we, as we all age, will be so lucky to retain our mental sharpness coupled with her excitement for living

Our sincere condolences on the death of your mother Gwen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sending condolences to Don and Connie and Families on the passing of Jean. She was a great lady, our thoughts are with you.❤️

To the Mills girls and their families: What a great woman your mother was! I have known Jean for many years. In the early days working around the church kitchen and more recently playing that wonderful game of bridge. Jean loved her card games and all the friends she met thru them. Keep your memories close to your hearts and know we are are wishing you the best.

To Gwen, Heather, Connie and all the family our deepest sympathy on your loss. Jean was a great lady and we always had a good chat whenever we met. I was lucky to visit her at The Villa and she loved to share stories of her family. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort.

I was saddened to learn of Jean’s passing. She was a great card player, and I will fondly remember the many card games and conversations we shared over the years. She will be missed, and her kindness and friendship will be long remembered. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Frank Kints

Dear Gwen, Heather, Connie and Family

I was sorry to hear of Mom’s passing. She was an amazing lady and always had a hug for me.
You were blessed to have such loving parents and grandparents.

Sincerely Sympathy
Jean

I had the privilege of providing Jean with physiotherapy treatment at Exeter Villa, and over time she became so much more than a resident, she became a dear friend. Her kindness, warmth, and the laughter we shared each day are memories I will always cherish. She touched so many lives with her beautiful spirit.
My heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
May she rest in eternal peace. 🤍

Gwen, Heather, Connie & families and all Jean’s family & many friends;

Our sincere sympathy in the loss of Jean. What a lovely, sweet and kind lady she was. I always enjoyed my interactions with Jean (and Carl) over the many years I’ve known her in the community. Always so welcoming and smiling. My Mom, Marilyn Heimrich, also wishes to pass on her condolences. Mom & we’re so pleased to chat with her at a musical performance just a few months ago. Thinking of you all. Rest in peace Jean.

Mark & Julie Heimrich, and Marilyn Heimrich

To Jeans family,
I was saddened to read of Jean’s passing. I will forever hear her say my name in my head. I believe she is the only person that ever called me “Julie” in her sweet toned voice. I will always remember her as one of my brownie/girl guide leaders then working along side her making meat pies at the church so many years later. A Queen in my ❤️ indeed.
My sympathies,
Julie

Thinking of you Gwen, Heather and Connie and family and Helen and family. So very sorry for your loss – Jean was always kind and greeted you with a smile. She will be missed ❤️

I’d like to express my sincere condolences to the Family on behalf of Gordon Robinson. Gord adored Carl & Jean & he held them in high regard. I only met them a few times but I could appreciate his respect for them. I know Gwen knew of his connection to them. RIP Carl & Jean, you deserve it.