At Seaforth Community Hospital, on Monday July 22, 2024, at the age of 83. Predeceased by her father Harry (1971) and her mother Mary (nee Forest) (2015) McLeod. Beloved wife of the late Dirk “Dick” Dejong (2021) for 46 years. Dearly loved mother of Elizabeth DeJong of London and Esther DeJong of Toronto. Much loved… Continue Reading
March 29, 1929 – July 23, 2024 Doreen passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at the Ritz Villa, Mitchell. Loving wife of the late Glen Carter (2015). Dear mother of Cathy Broome (Kevan), Larry Carter (Colleen), and Colleen Carter. Cherished grandma of Wade (Domenica), Tonya (Joe), Adam (Lindsey), and Nicole (Mat). Extremely proud… Continue Reading
Peacefully at the Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich, with family by her side on July 20, 2024 in her 92nd year. Dear wife of the late Robert Allan (1999). Loving mother of 3 daughters Jacqueline Patrice Steele (Gary Steele), Maureen Kay Higgins (Bill Higgins) and Kelly May Carter (John Berthelot). Proud grandmother of 9 grandchildren… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully on the farm surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at the age of 85. Cherished husband of Marilyn (Gambrill) Bilyea for 46 years. Proud dad of Jeff and Sperry Bilyea. Adored grandpa of Sophie, Jackson, and Andrew. Dear brother of Jack Bilyea and brother-in-law of Barry and Rosanne… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family on Monday, July 15, 2024 at the age of 80. Cherished wife of Anton Lave for over 58 years. Loving mom of Paul and Sandi Lave, Laura and Dean Stemmler, Rob and Wendy Lave, and Angie and Derek Yong. Adored grandma of Mady (Austin),… Continue Reading
Passed away at LHSC-University Hospital on Monday, July 15, 2024 at the age of 75. Beloved husband of Jan (McIndoo) Chittenden for 53 years. Dear father of Melanie Quinlan (Derek), Julie Howell (Trent), Justin Chittenden (Ann Marie). Proud grandpa of Liam and Kian (Melanie), Gabriel and Aria (Julie), Olivia and Evelyn (Justin). Cherished son of… Continue Reading
Passed away at LHSC – University Hospital on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at the age of 88. Beloved husband of Judith Ann (Shaddick) Parker for 71 years. Cherished father of Richard and Judith Parker, Cindy Taylor and Chris Scoyne, Randy and Carolyn Parker, and Rod and Tammy Parker. Adored grandpa of Tim, Erin (Brian), Ryan… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully supported by her family at Seaforth Long Term Care on Friday, July 12, 2024 at the age of 62. Cherished wife of Chris Shearer for nearly two decades. Proud mom of Sherry McLaughlin, Robin McLaughlin (Dylan Lebold), and Donny McLaughlin and step-mom of Natasha Shearer, and Ethan Shearer. Adored grandma of Cameron,… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at LHSC – Victoria Hospital after a short battle with cancer on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of the late Lamphanh Phouttharath for 50 years. Proud father of eight beautiful children Maneerat, Malaythong, Kongkham, Thommasack, Phithaksinh, Pinpeta Gina, Jordan, and Tyrease. Honoured and loving grandfather of Carter,… Continue Reading
At Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at the age of 92, and formerly of Lucan. Beloved wife of Bernard Benn for 71 years. Much loved mother of the late Carol Maslen, Mary and Dave Jones of Orr Lake, Jim and Ana Benn of Mississauga, and Pat Benn of… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at Huron Hospice on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 of Seaforth in her 100th year. Beloved wife of the late Glen McNichol (2005). Cherished mom of Joyce and Bob Brown of Port Stanley, Nancy and Steve Szabo of Brantford, and Beth and Harold Van Doornik of Seaforth. Proud grandma of Tammy (Steve), Tracy… Continue Reading
At the Exeter Villa on Friday, July 5, 2024, Irvine Ross Armstrong, of Exeter passed away in his 100th year with family by his side. Beloved husband of the late Lois (Sweitzer) (2016) Armstrong, Irvine and Lois were married for 67 years. Cherished father of Paul and Linda of London, Peter and Eleanor, and Bill… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at Stratford General Hospital, with her family by her side on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at the age of 80. Loving wife of Ben van den Akker for 55 years. Cherished mother of Amy van den Akker and Bill Springer, and Brent van den Akker and Jen Loft. Adored grandma of Logan,… Continue Reading
CASTONGUAY: Kathrine-Laurencia (Jones) of Lucan, formerly of Sudbury, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home on Monday, July 1, 2024, at the age of 64. Cherished wife of Danny Castonguay for 49 years. Proud mom of Christine, husband Michael McMullen of Guelph, and Shawn Castonguay of Toronto. Adored grandma of Xavier, Malachi, Chase,… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at Queensway Long Term Care Home, Hensall on July 2, 2024 at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Mervyn Lebold. Cherished mother & mother-in-law of Rosemary & Rob Rathwell (Exeter), Darlene & Dennis Elliott (Stratford), Christine Lebold & Bob Dickson (Seaforth), and Michael Lebold (Estevan, SK). Adored grandmother of… Continue Reading
Leanne passed away peacefully at the Clinton Hospital surrounded by the love of her family on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the age of 69. Beloved wife of the late Douglas McKay (1987). Proud mom of David and Erin McKay, Lisa McKay and Mike Hugill, and Lori and Tom Houston. Adored grandma of Drew, Greg,… Continue Reading
At his residence in London on Wednesday, February 20, 2024 at the age of 70. Predeceased by his parents George and Annie Kadlecik. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Stephen and Dianne Kadlecik, Tom Kadlecik and the late Barbara Gibb (2022), and Dan and Kelly Kadlecik. Proud uncle of Brittany Kadlecik, Bryce and Amanda Kadlecik, Jessie… Continue Reading
Grant passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the age of 73. Grant had a heart of gold, loved his children, grandchildren & great grandchildren, loved his Rosie and he was an avid traveler who never liked to stay in one place for too long. Cremation has taken place. Private family arrangements have… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at Strathmere Lodge, Strathroy on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at the age of 92. Beloved husband of Berniece (Johnson) Harris for 71 years. Cherished father of Tom (Anita) Harris, Wendy McFarlan, Nancy (Tim) Morgan and Rick (Deb) Harris. Adored grandpa of Greg (Amy), Ryan (Jamie), Amy (Matt); Jay (Veronica), Chad (Charlotte), Ian… Continue Reading
William “Hugh” Patterson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and successful entrepreneur, suddenly passed away on May 13, 2024. Born on a farm to his parents, Dan and Edith Patterson, alongside his four siblings, he embodied the values of hard work and perseverance from an early age. Hugh was a trailblazer in his family, becoming the… Continue Reading
In Loving Memory of Mario Jose Sanchez Suarez (1939-2024) It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mario Jose Sanchez Suarez, who departed this world on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at the age of 84. Born in Bogotá, Colombia, to Luis Alfonso Sanchez and Maria del Carmen Suarez, and brother of Elena… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at Jessica’s House, Exeter with her family by her side on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at the age of 75. Cherished mother of Jerry Alexander, and Cheryl and Dan Rader. Proud grandma of Brennan Alexander-Masse and Kaitlyn Jones, Zach Rader, Trent Rader, Paige Alexander, and Dakota Demars. Dear sister and sister-in-law of… Continue Reading
Peacefully, with her family by her side at the Seaforth Community Hospital, Petronella “Nellie” Jansen passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024 at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late John Jansen (2008). Dear mother of Rudy (Mary) Jansen of Exeter, Wilma Jansen of Waterloo, Bob (Sandra) Jansen, Mary-Lou (Allan) Murray and Steve… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at home on the farm surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, June 23, 2024 of St. Joseph at the age of 78. Beloved wife and best friend of the late Pat Jeffrey (February 2024) for 58 years. Proud mom of Denise and Jim Dietrich, Leeanne Regier and John Maisonville, and Nicole… Continue Reading
Surrounded by the love of her family, Pearl Marjorie (Regele) McCallum passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024 at Maitland Manor in Goderich. In her 91 ½ years among us, Pearl was a source of love, care and kindness to anyone fortunate enough to know her. Pearl always approached everyone with a smile on her… 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
