NEEVEL: Dina (Hengeveld) of Exeter, formerly of Usborne Township
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On April 27, 2026 @ 2:54 PM In Exeter, Obituary | 31 Comments
Dina passed away peacefully to be with her Lord and Saviour on Saturday, April 25, 2026 in her 105th year. Beloved wife of the late John Neevel (2013). Cherished mother of the late Henry Neevel (2003) and Mary Lannin-Neevel, Diane and Ken Turner, Wilma Rosehart and Ron Steensma, Evelyn and Ed Krohe, Richard Neevel and Cindy Wushke, and Betty and Clarence Toornstra. Proud grandma of Melissa (Mitch), Ryan (Bethany); Heather (Ian), Kristen (Marshall); Jon (Erin), Mike (Gina); Sarah (Josh), Jason (Mandy), Lisa (Brett), Brooke (Brett), Stacey (Taylor), Jayden (Julia); Ben (Lea), Leanna (Jeff), and Zach (Isis) and great-grandma of 26 great-grandchildren. Dear sister-in-law of Rikie Neevel. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Gerrit and Dina (Ormel) Hengeveld, and her siblings; Trui, Derk, and Grada.
Dina had a servant’s heart, always helping those around her. She always put others before herself. Dina loved spending time with her family, friends and among her gardens.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Thursday, April 30th from 6 – 8 PM.
Dina’s funeral service will be held at the Exeter Christian Reformed Church, 332 Huron Street West, Exeter on Friday, May 1st at 11 AM. Private family interment Exeter Cemetery.
Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCHRYyfwv0PqI21xhkLVsSQ.
Donations to Jessica’s House, Exeter Christian Reformed Church or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Condolences for the family of “NEEVEL: Dina (Hengeveld) of Exeter, formerly of Usborne Township”
Sending our deepest condolences to the whole Neevel family. Treasure all your memories.
Sending condolences to the Neevel family….
My deepest sympathy to the whole family, she was a great neighbor.
Our deepest sympathy to the Neevel families. Praise to her many years!
Cherish all the wonderful memories.
My deepest condolences to the family. May Dina’s memory carry on through all of you. Sending love and prayers.
🙏 ❤️
Love, Lacey
My heartfelt condolences to the Neevel family with the passing of your dear mother, who was always such a kind and gentle lady. What a blessing to know that she has gone home to be with her Lord! Sending my love!
Sincere condolences.
To all the Neevel family and friends.
Our condolences on Dina’s passing.
Evelyn, and all your mom’s loved ones. My condolences to the families. She was so welcoming, when I had sleep overs at your home. She will be missed, keep all your memories close to your heart. RIP Dina!
The residents and staff of the Exeter Villa send their heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Sieka and Teo,
We would like to send you,the family of Neevel, our condolences with the loss of Mrs. Neevel,
We will be thinking of you at this time.
Gehele familie gecondoleerd met het verlies van tante Dina Neevel, veel sterkte! Ze heeft een respectabele leeftijd bereikt. Ze zal herinnerd worden als een sterke,lieve vrouw.
My deepest sympathy to the Neevel Family on the Homegoing of Dina. She was a precious friend who enriched so many lives , including mine.
Our sincere condolences.
Our sincere condolences. Cherish the many wonderful memories.
Betty and Clarence, Richard and Cindy and families
Sorry for your loss. I am sure she was a special lady. Now her reward ❤️ Cherish the memories
Ed and Linda Post
My condolences on your Mother’s passing. I’m keeping you and your family in my prayers and thoughts during this difficult time.
Sending my love and big hugs to all.
Our most sincere condolences with the passing of Mrs Neevel
Our sincere condolences to everyone. Your Mom was such a lovely lady and neighbor to us on Morrison Line!
Linda and Dan Crerar
My condolences to Dina’s family! A very nice lady I met several times.
Our deepest sympathy to all of the Neevel family. Wonderful neighbors when we all
lived on Morrison Line.
Lenore Parsons and
Susan and Rick Willert
To the Neevel Family – please accept my condolences on the passing of your mother and grandmother. Dina was a kind and sweet lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Neevel Family – We were so sorry to hear of your Mom, Grandma and great grandmas passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
From: Paul and Pat Jancsar
My deepest condolences. Cherish all the precious memories. May you feel God’s love surrounding you at this difficult time
Richard & all Dina’s family;
Our sincere condolences in the loss of Dina. She was a kind and lovely lady. I enjoyed my visits with Dina & John over many years. They were valued customers a long time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Mark & Julie Heimrich & staff at Lifetime Water Products, Exeter.
Richard and Family,
So sorry to hear of Dina’s passing. Our sincere condolences. She was a great neighbour.
To the whole Neevel family, I have so many fond memories of your Hibbert years; school days with Wilma, skating on the pond that often formed in your front field, swinging under the tree, and especially being called in from play to enjoy Freshie and home-baked cookies. My condolences to you all on the loss of your wonderful Mother.
Lieve Neevel familie in Canada,
Bij het definitieve loslaten van tante Dina, jullie moeder, oma, omi
wensen we jullie veel troost en sterkte
Gerard en Janine Oonk
Dear family in Canada.
Our deepest condolences with the loss of tante Dina.
We just participated in the church service, stored on Youtube.
It was a warm goodbye, with a lot of personal elements.
Thank you.
(My mother, Jo Neevel, was a sister of uncle Henry).
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONDOLENCES
On behalf of the Neevel family, we thank you so much for your kind words and condolences. You have given us such encouragement as we have said good-bye to our dear Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother.
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Betty, Richard and Neevel family,
My condolences for your loss of a sweet lady. She never went by you in the halls of the Villa without talking to you. She even enjoyed when spoken to in Dutch. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. You can take comfort in knowing she is with her Lord.
Thinking of you all.