Passed away peacefully at South Huron Hospital on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at the age of 89. Beloved husband of the late Kathy Mercer (1994) and Barbara Ann Mercer (2022). Loving father of the late Lynne McDonald (Gord) and Brian and Becky Mercer. Proud grandpa of Wade and Jessica McDonald, Brett and McKensey McDonald, Cole… Continue Reading
BRAND: Unexpectedly, at his residence, on Sunday, November 9, 2025, Adriaan “Art” Brand of Crediton, age 81. Loved brother & brother-in-law of Jim and Teresa Brand, Nancy Brand, Tinie Brand and Martin Fischer. Remembered by his nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his parents Hendrik and Johanna (Timmers) Brand, siblings and in-laws Bob Brand (2004),… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at Craigwiel Gardens, Ailsa Craig, on Friday, November 7, 2025, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Gerald Pierce (2025) for 53 years. Cherished sister-in-law of Blair Pierce and Barbara Decker Pierce of Calgary, and Judy and Paul Miller of Arnprior. Joy will be dearly missed by her nieces. Joy… Continue Reading
VANDERHOEK: Peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, at Jessica’s House Residential Hospice, Exeter, on Saturday, November 8, 2025, Marien “Hook” Vanderhoek of Zurich, age 90. Beloved husband of Hilda (Penner) Vanderhoek. Loved father and father-in-law of Rob Vanderhoek of London, Rick and Karen Vanderhoek of London, Wendy Vanderhoek of Halifax, Marty and Brenda… Continue Reading
Suddenly at home on the farm on Friday, October 31, 2025 at the age of 67. Cherished husband of Debbie (Loyens) Riddell for over 46 years. Loving dad of David (Robin), and Scott (Angela). Proud grandpa of Avery, Jordan, Nicholas, and Desireè (Rob). Beloved son of Lillus (Cook) Riddell (Fred Lewis) and son-in-law of Raisa… Continue Reading
October 4, 1943 – October 31, 2025 Passing peacefully with his family by his side at LHSC – University Hospital on Friday, October 31, 2025 at the age of 82. Cherished husband of Mary Lou (Coyne) Malone. Loving father of Peggy (John), Katie (Chris), Kelly (Shawna), Jennie, and Patty (Josh). Proud Papa of Tatum, Flynn,… Continue Reading
Douglas L. Fletcher, age 97, passed away at the Brucelea Haven LTC, Walkerton, on Saturday, November 1, 2025, with his family by his side. Doug is survived by his wife N. Elizabeth “Betty” (nee Green), son Mark Fletcher (Trish) of Cape Breton, daughter Sandra Primeau (Paul) of Kincardine, 5 grandchildren: Christopher (Brianna), Amberly (Joe), Katrina… Continue Reading
Passed peacefully, surrounded by family at Jessica’s House on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at the age of 98. Loving mother of Gary Baker & friend Leaha, Bonnie & Dan Cronin, Ted & Nadine Baker, Marilyn Marriott, Jim & Cindy Baker, and Jane Baker & Sebastian Scala. Cherished mother-in-law of Elena Baker and Shielgha Baker. She… Continue Reading
John Ross Kinsman of Exeter, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at the age of 68. John faced his illness with strength, grace and dignity, just as he lived his life. A beloved husband, father, papa, brother and friend; he was… Continue Reading
It is with great sadness that the friends of Ilse Elliott announce her passing on Thursday October 30th at Bluewater Rest Home in Zurich, in her 97th year. Ilse was born in Czech Republic on February 4th, 1928. She moved to England with her mother during the Second World War alongside her mother, then to… Continue Reading
Passed away at LHSC – University Hospital, London on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the age of 63. Beloved mother of Jeff (Krista) Hall and Chris (Nina) Hall. Proud grandma of Karmen, and Kaycie. Dear sister of Ron (Barb) Densmore, Dean (Jackie) Densmore, and Brian (Maria) Densmore. Fondly remembered by Pat Holland and Mary Beth… Continue Reading
With heavy hearts and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Albert, who peacefully left us at the age of 90 on Monday, October 27, 2025. Though our hearts are heavy, we celebrate a life that was truly full — a life defined by kindness, laughter, integrity, and endless generosity. Born in Keldonk in 1935,… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at South Huron Hospital, Exeter with her loving family by her side on Monday, October 27, 2025 at the age of 86. Beloved wife of Don Wallace for over 60 years. Cherished mother of Kate and Steve Brawn, Karen VanAltena and Basil Glavin, and Kevin and Tracey Wallace. Adored G-ma of Kendra… Continue Reading
April 21, 1945 – October 4, 2025 Passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at the age of 80. Shirley was married to her best friend, Gord, for 54 years. Mother to Allan Carless, and Jennifer (Mark) Penny. Loving grandma to Ethan, Julianna, and Gabriel. Loving sister to Evelyn (the late Bill) Singer, Donald (the… Continue Reading
Gabriel Augustine Hall was born on Friday, October 24, 2025 at 1pm, he passed away peacefully in the arms of his mother at 3:15pm that same day. Beloved 8th child of Kennedy and Brittany Hall, dearest brother of Titus, Shiloh, Clover, Samson, Ariel (†2020), Clementine and Charles and beloved grandson of Michael and Pamela Sheahan,… Continue Reading
DIETRICH: Dennis Stephen Dietrich, age 56, of Dashwood passed away at the farm he had spent his whole life on, surrounded by his family on Saturday, October 25, 2025. He was the loving husband and best friend of Jackie (McLellan) Dietrich for 32 years. He was the proudest father to Kristie & Jordan Hansen; Sara… Continue Reading
Passed away surrounded by love, in the home of her eldest son and daughter-in-law, on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late George Parker (2024) for almost 71 years. Loving mother of Rick and Judith Parker, Cindy Taylor and Chris Scoyne, Randy and Carolyn Parker, and Rod and… Continue Reading
Khielea passed away suddenly at LHSC – Victoria Hospital, London on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the age of 35. Proud mother of Logan Bodkin and Lex Bodkin. Born in Romania, Khielea is the cherished daughter of Tom and Sherry (Froats) Bodkin. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Mikaela and Luke Vandenberk and much-loved aunt of… Continue Reading
March 11, 1949 – October 21, 2025 It is with great sadness that the family of Lloyd Millson, formerly of Fergus, announces his passing at home in Seaforth on October 21, 2025, in his 77th year. Lloyd married the love of his life, Joan, on June 26, 1982, at Melville United Church in Fergus. Together… Continue Reading
Harry passed away peacefully at Blue Water Rest Home on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at the age of 94. Beloved husband of the late Trudy (VanTol) Van Wieren (2011). Loving father of Joanne Van Wieren, Klaas Van Wieren (Michael), Doreen and Ken Fraser, and Tony Van Wieren. Proud Opa of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Fondly… Continue Reading
April 11, 1942 – October 1, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Joyce Nevin announces her passing on October 1st, 2025, in her 83rd year. Born to Bud & Dorothy Lucas, in her grandmother’s house in the hamlet of Middlemiss, Ontario. Joyce grew up in a large and lively family with her… Continue Reading
LOVELL: At her residence, Kimberley “Kim” Ann Lovell of Armstrong, B.C., formerly of London and Hamilton, after a long battle with cancer, on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, age 61. Loved dearly & missed by her mother Virginia “Ginny” Lovell of Grand Bend. Loving mother of Tiana Lovell of Peterborough, James Lovell of Hamilton, Shay Lovell of… Continue Reading
Donald Gerrard Beck, passed away at Stratford General Hospital on Wednesday October 22, 2025. Survived by his wife Heike. At Donald’s request there is no funeral home visitation or service. Cremation has taken place. If so desired, memorial donations to the charity of your choice gratefully acknowledged. Offer Condolence for the family of BECK: Donald… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Sunday, October 19, 2025 at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late William “Bill” Baker for over 65 years. Loving mother of Tammy Preszcator (Markus), Robert and Jackie Baker, and Terry and Karen Baker. Proud grandma of… Continue Reading
Dorothy passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at the Exeter Villa on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late John Taylor (2011). Loving mother of Brian and Heather, and Brad and Ann Marie. Proud grandma of Amy and Alex, Chad and Ashton, Lauren and Steve; and Ryan…. 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
