May 28, 1935 – April 8, 2025 Douglas Lee Shephard of Grand Bend passed away peacefully at Jessica’s House in Exeter, surrounded by much love. Cherished husband of Barbara (Knowles) Shephard for 65 years. Loving father of Erryn Shephard, Ellen McConnell and the late Bob McConnell, and Allyson and Howie Owens. Proud Poppi of Lexy McConnell… Continue Reading
Jared passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 in his 28th year. Loving son of Donna Clarke (Scott Lamont), and Rob Welsh (Donna-Sue Welner). Cherished partner of Jen “Jenni” Martin. Proud brother of Brandon Welsh (Erica) and adored uncle of Madeline. Dearly missed by his “Mama” Betty Clarke and his late… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully in his sleep at LHSC – Victoria Hospital, London on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at the age of 75. Beloved husband and best friend of Patricia (Byrnes) Palen for 52 years. Cherished Dad of Shari Lee Palen, and Kristie Ann Palen. Adored Papa of Jada Frances Marie Palen. Dear brother and brother-in-law… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at Huronview Home for the Aged, Clinton, Ontario on Sunday, April 6, 2025, in his 97 th year. Predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Olive Bierling, of Exeter and his sister Viola (Ronald) Thompson of Kitchener. Survived by his niece, Diane (Gordon) Marsh, and his nephews Robert and David (Monica) Thompson. Milton… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at the age of 96. Loving wife of Eric Kennedy Heywood (2014) for 67 years. Loved mother of Karen Pfaff (Jim) of Exeter, Julia Salton of Exeter, and Mark Heywood (Wendy) of Grand Bend. Dear grandmother of Victoria Pfaff of Exeter, Jeffrey Pfaff (Jennifer) of Exeter, Debra LaPorte of Zurich, Rebecca Salton… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital on Saturday, April 5, 2025. Beloved wife of Ronald Hannah (2002). Dear mother of John and Maxine Hannah of Centralia and Jeff and Abby Hannah of Exeter. Dear grandmother of Melissa (Cory), and Craig (Rebecca). Great grandma of Briella and Beau. Dear sister of Mary (Bob) of… Continue Reading
It is with great sadness and love that we announce the passing of our beloved father, brother, uncle and friend on Friday March 28, 2025. After a courageous and lengthy battle with cancer, Tim passed away peacefully at home with his children by his side. Tim was born on May 1, 1950, in Stillwater Minnesota…. Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at the age of 64. Cathy is survived by her loving husband, Clyde. She will be missed by her siblings: Ron, Nancy (Pierre), Joanne (Bob) and Shirley; her extended family as well as many nieces and nephews. Cathy is predeceased by her parents Jim and Gladys… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully with family by his side at South Huron Hospital on Monday, March 31, 2025 at the age of 94. Beloved husband of Laura (MacMillan) Dixon for 32 years. Cherished dad of Wendy Turnbull, John and Tina Dixon and stepdad of Melissa and Jeff Bernier. Proud grandpa of 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren…. Continue Reading
Jane was promoted to glory on Saturday, March 22, 2025. She passed away peacefully at home at the age of 86. Cherished mom of Mary Jane and Carey Gibson, John Patrick O’Connor, Kathleen O’Connor, and James O’Connor. Proud grandma of Rebecca Gibson, Jeffrey Gibson, Nola Thompson and Dave Etheridge, and Eamon O’Connor and great-grandma of Torin Etheridge. Dear… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Craigwiel Gardens, Ailsa Craig, on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late Eric Turnbull (2020). Cherished mom of Jim and Suzy Turnbull, Steve and Nancy Turnbull, and Deb and Kerry Ferguson. Proud grandma of Lisa and Aaron, Tracy… Continue Reading
It is with great sadness that we announce George’s passing on Friday, March 28, 2025. He will be forever remembered as a loving husband and father, a cherished brother, brother-in-law and uncle, a fun grandpa and great grandpa, and a good friend. Born to JB and Irma Kennedy on May 19, 1936 and raised in… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Seaforth Community Hospital on Saturday, March 29, 2025 just shy of his 90th birthday. Beloved husband and best friend of the late Blanche (Racho) Moir for over 60 years. Cherished father of Larry (Corrie) Moir and Susan (Allan) Kuntze. Loving Grandpa of Jason (CrystaI) Moir,… Continue Reading
It is with great sadness we announce Ed’s passing at his home on Friday, March 28, 2025 at the age of 62. Cherished and loving husband of Kathy (Allister) Thoonen for 34 years and doggy dad of his beagles Tilley and Bella. Loving son-in-law of Carol (Gill) Allister. Dear brother of Rosemary (Gene) Dubowchik, Fred… Continue Reading
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Leah Elizabeth Goodhue, a bright and compassionate soul, who left this world on Monday, March 24, 2025. Born on October 31, 2008 in London, Ontario, Leah was a cherished daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, and friend. Leah was known to light up the room in… Continue Reading
Passed away unexpectedly at her home in Goderich with her husband by her side on Monday, February 17, 2025 at the age of 79. Cherished wife of Tom Arthur for 60 years. Loving mom of Kendra and Gord Craig, and Graham and Leanne Arthur. Proud grandma of Carlene, and James; Logan, and Jared. Dear sister… Continue Reading
Passed away at peacefully at Huron Residential Hospice, Clinton on Friday, March 21, 2025 at the age of 83. Beloved wife of Alex Stephen for 46 years. Dear sister and sister-in-law of David and Ann Kidd. Fondly remembered by her niece and nephew and her good friends Maureen, Kathryn, and Nancy. Predeceased by her parents… Continue Reading
Born in Eindhoven, the Netherlands on February 1st, 1942. Passed away at Seaforth Community Hospital on Thursday, March 20, 2025. He leaves behind his life partner Betty Jean (BJ), who he was a loving spouse to for 40 years. Loving father to Wayne, Jackie Teixeira, Denise, and Robert (Sherine Misener). Affectionate Opa to Thomas (Nicole… Continue Reading
Our beloved Philip Andre Laporte died March 15, 2025, at the age of 75, working in the shed as he loved to do. Phil is loved by his family and he treasured his family reunions at the Laporte homestead. He lovingly built a family picture display so that everyone felt welcome, and he was proud… Continue Reading
Passed peacefully at the Bluewater Rest Home, Zurich with his loving family by his side on March 13, 2025 at the age of 91. Beloved husband of Katarina M. (Antl) Fuzy for 50 years. Adored father of Peter and Karen Fuzy of Corbeil and Michelle and Dave Szasz of Goderich. Cherished grandpa of Paris, Paul,… Continue Reading
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Stephen at Hillside Manor Long Term Care Home, Stratford with family by his side on March 11, 2025 at the age of 86. Stephen is now reunited with his beloved wife, the late Cecilia (Feeney) Maloney (2013), with whom he shared 53 years of marriage. Stephen was… Continue Reading
At LHSC – University Hospital, on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 of RR4 Denfield in his 68th year. Loving spouse of the late Ron Rhame (2022). Dear brother of Sharon Steinmetz of Tillsonburg and cherished uncle of Graham Robinson. Gary will be missed by his dear friends Peter and Marilyn Vandeborne, Ken and Elsebeth Rush, and… Continue Reading
Peacefully, with family by his side on Friday, January 17, 2025 of Manitouwadge and formerly of Dorchester at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Fay (Wallace) Martindale for over 52 years. Loving father of Mindy and Jay Squire of Lucan. Proud Poppy of Brendan, Kaley, Reese and Maeve Squire. Dear brother of Wil Travis… Continue Reading
~ Ruthann Knights ~ July 12, 1943 – March 11, 2025 In a room filled to the brim with love, Ruthann Knights (81) passed away with her family at her side on March 11, 2025. Formerly of her beloved home town of Bayfield ON, Ruthann is predeceased by partner, the late Peter Dunn, and her… Continue Reading
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kathleen Mitchell of Lucan, who passed away at her home on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at the age of 83. Beloved mother of Colin and Elizabeth Mitchell of Lucan, and Heather and Stewart Cahill of Watford. Cherished Nana to Brian and Sarah Beth Mitchell,… Continue Reading
Our Essentials-Only service does not include our full in-person Aftercare. We provide you with the forms required to apply for the CPP Death Benefit along with our C.A.R.E. Guide checklist.
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Each year we hold a tree dedication ceremony at Morrison Dam in Exeter. We purchase a tree to be planted in memory of the lives lost from the previous year.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
$150 - If transport requires more than one person, additional fee charged per person required
$150 - If transport occurs outside Mon-Fri, 9-5 business hours
