DESJARDINE: Peacefully, surrounded by love, at The Village Seniors Long Term Care Home, Hanover, on Thursday, July 11, 2024, Murton “Murt” Wayne DesJardine, formerly of London, age 91. Beloved husband of Myrtle Rhea (Wood) DesJardine. Loved father and father-in-law of Marlene Crouse of Chesley, Alan and Lorie DesJardine of Chatsworth, Darrell and Vivian DesJardine 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
Lillian Joan (Mohring) Bowen of Goderich at the age of 90 years passed peacefully with her loving son Ken by her side. Beloved wife of 52 years of the late Roy Donald “Bing” Bowen (2002). Loving mother of Ken (Kathleen) Bowen. Cherished grandma of Chris, Scott and Jacqui Bowen. Treasured great grandma of Jacob, Cody,… 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
WEBER: Peacefully, at Huronview Home for the Aged, Clinton, on Tuesday, July 2,2024, Joyce Pauline (Broderick) Weber of Exeter, age 94. Beloved wife of the late Jacob William “Jack” Weber (1960s). Loved mother of the late Randy Weber (2014) and Rick Weber of Exeter. Cherished Grandma of Kela Weber and Sonja Bessenger. Treasured Great-Grandma Jo… Continue Reading
Hoffman-Menard, Summer Andrea Marie On Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024, Summer Andrea Marie Hoffman-Menard, took her last breath on Mother Earth in Ramara Township, Ontario. Her passing was sudden and unexpected. In her 29 years, Summer will be remembered most for her carefree nature, adventurous heart and her deep connection to Mother Earth. She… 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
SMITH: Peacefully, surrounded by family, at Jessica’s House Residential Hospice, Exeter on Saturday, June 29, 2024, Gail Dianne Smith of Huron Park, age 74. Beloved partner of late Jerome Keffer (2016) and George Robson (1975). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Tim and Trina Smith of Exeter, JoeyLea Smith and Jeff Horner of Huron Park. Step-mother… Continue Reading
Melvin “Mel” Muir Douglas: A Spirited 96-Year Ride On the serene morning of June 29, 2024, Melvin “Mel” Muir Douglas laced up his celestial skates and glided peacefully into the next life from Jessica’s House Residential Hospice in Exeter. At the impressive age of 96, Mel left us as he lived—full of grace, a bit… Continue Reading
KELLER: Peacefully, at Maitland Manor Long Term Care Home, Goderich, Louis Beverly “Bev” “Cat” Keller, formerly of Exeter and Dashwood, age 84. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Doris Westlake, Joyce Bowman, Joan and Jim Briggs, Marie Watson, Gord Keller, Deborah and Eugene Regier, Dave and Marie Keller, Gerda Kabel and Linda Nott. Remembered by his… 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
HICKS: Peacefully, surrounded by love, at Huronview Home for the Aged, Clinton, on Monday, June 24, 2024, John “Jack” Edward Hicks, of Grand Bend, one week before his 91st birthday. Beloved husband of Kathleen “Kay” Edith (Moorhead) Hicks. Loved father and father-in-law of Brian and Deborah Hicks of Walkerton, James and Diane Hicks of Ottawa… 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
It is with heavy hearts that we announce that our father, William ‘Bill’ Melick passed away peacefully at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital on Saturday June 22nd , 2024. He became a licensed autobody repairer in 1957 and made it one of his life passions until he retired, reluctantly, in 2021, after 64 years. His… Continue Reading
Peacefully at her home on Thursday, June 20, 2024 of London at the age of 76. Dear wife of the late Dick Gilbert (2018). Loving mother of Tim Kellerman (Kelly), and Renee Kellerman (Rick). Proud nana of Joel, Codey; Cadence, and Mackenzie. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Vicki Siemon, Doug Masse, Paul Masse, Brian Masse,… 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
