Passed away with his family by his side at South Huron Hospital on Friday, September 29, 2023 at the age of 91. Beloved husband of Phyllis (Weiberg) (Humphreys) Mommersteeg for 25 years. Dear father of John (Denyse), Richard, Fred (Pat), Bob (Carol), MaryAnn, Deb (David), and Patty (Kelly). Fondly remembered his grandchildren Tommy, Samantha, Josh, and Erica. Predeceased by his parents Marten and Antonia (Van Esch) Mommersteeg.
Fred was born in Vlijmen, Netherlands on April 10, 1932. Fred had a strong passion for growing flowers and will be remembered for his many years of maintaining flowers for the BIA, the town, and the Lions Club. He also loved his soccer and was a manager for the Exeter Hawks junior hockey team from 1972 to 1982.
Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Fred’s life will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Friday, October 6th from 2 – 6 PM with words of remembrance starting at 3 PM.
As an expression of sympathy, donations to the South Huron Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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Jamie & Barb Caldwell
We are so sorry for the loss of Fred Sr. Playing hockey on Exeter Hawks for the 1977-78 seasons , Fred was the Team Manager and loved his role. It brings back good memories with great friends! Cherish your memories Fred, Pat and the Mommersteeg families .
Dave and Brenda MacDonald
Sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts
Al harvey
Sincere condolences
Kevin and Brenda Morgan ❤️
Sorry for your loss Phyllis. Cherish the memories.
Dauber
Our sincere condolences to Phyllis and all the family. May all the happy memories help you through the days ahead.
Gernot & Donna Dauber
Norio Vanderheyden
Sending my condolences to the Mommersteeg families. May he rest in peace.
Norio Vanderheyden
Dawn Cumming
Dear Deb, We are very sad to learn that your father has passed away..Fathers are such special , irreplaceable people in our lives..Please know that we will hold you in our prayers as you grieve your loss while celebrating the life of your dear father..With sympathy, Dawn Cumming and Bob Merrimen
Joyce Cole ( RAU)
My deepest sympathy to the family
Donna Regier
Phyllis and Family
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. He will forever be remembered for the beauty of
our town, caring for the beautiful hanging and stationary flower pots…RIP Fred♥️
RJ DROUILLARD
Our sympathies to the entire Mommersteeg family. Bob & Tricia Drouillard
George and Sue Wilson
Phyllis and family, heartfelt condolences on your loss of Fred. He was a wonderful gardener. Cherish your precious memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark & Brenda Brand
Phyllis & family
So sorry for your loss, thinking of you all
Gerald and Janet Weido
Our deepest sympathy to the Mommersteeg family.
I remember Fred from hockey in Zurich and especially with the Exeter Hawks.
In recent years, I met Fred a few times in the coffee shop…real early in the morning. He would tell me he had just finished working the night shift, then the conversation would turn to hockey.
Mark Heimrich
Phyllis, and all the Mommersteeg & Humphreys families;
Our sincere sympathy in the passing of Fred. I always remember Fred with a smile on his face from my gas serving days in Zurich to meeting him all around Exeter over the years. Thinking about you all at this time.
Mark & Julie Heimrich
Jack and Lynda (Parsons) Conlin
Deepest Sympathy to all of the families of Fred and Phyllis…a great florist who will be remembered by the whole town of Exeter for such beautiful flower decorations…hold on to your wonderful memories and great times you have had….hugs to Phyllis and her immediate family
Dianne Beattie
Dear Phyllis & family !!
My sympathy to you at this
time of loss !!
Dianne (Thiel) Beattie
Don and Brenda Triebner
So sorry to hear about Fred. We had many conversations over a cup of coffee.
Jim HUGHES
My condolences to you and your family. Sorry for your loss
Jim Sutton
Both Kathleen and I are thinking of you and the families at this time. It has been a valiant journey.
Cy & Eleanor Blommaert
Our deepest sympathy to Phyllis and family.
Thinking of you at this time
Cy & Eleanor
Doug and Judy Dalrymple
Phyllis and family
Our sincere condolences to you and family at this time.
Sorry for your loss.
Doug and Judy Dalrymple
Bonnie LaFond
Dear Phyllis : So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing! I know this will be a difficult time for you! But lean on your friends and Family! I am currently in Ireland! So I will catch up with you when I return?
Hugs Bonnie
Ben & Susan Hoogenboom and family
Phyllis and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. So many good memories come to mind, especially the many hours of stimulating conversation which included flowers, sports, and politics! Fred will be dearly missed! Love and hugs to all!
Barry & Judy Johnson
We all received such joy from the beautiful flowers throughout Exeter for so many years…thanks to this gentleman. A living legacy of beauty that brightened our days.
In sympathy to the family,
Judy & Barry
Darlene edwards
Dear Phyllis and family. So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all. Hugs.
Nancy Buchanan-Moller
Dear Phyllis and family,
So very sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. He always had a smile when he came into the grocery store. Thinking of you all.
Wanda Reynolds
Phyllis & Family
My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
Wanda Reynolds
Deb Gehan Gehan
Dear Phyllis
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. I always loved our conversations. Please accept our sincere condolences for your loss.
Hugs to you
Deb and Bob
Margaret Brintnell
Phyllis & family, All of Fred’s family.
I extend my sympathy to All of you at this sad & difficult time. Fred sure knew his flowers & how to take care of them. He did a great job for our Town.
Bless All of You.
Margaret Brintnell
Karen L Brown
Phyllis and family,
My condolences to all of you. I have many memories of Fred from attending Trivitt, most notably watching his eyes light up every Sunday when Phyllis walked in and ultimately, of course, he married the woman of his dreams. I’m certain that your family has many warm and wonderful memories and I hope that Fred’s name will be remembered as a blessing in your lives.
Hugs, Karen