FINKBEINER: Peacefully, after a long and strong determined battle with Alzheimer’s, surrounded by the love of his family, at Chartwell Gardens Nursing Home, Parkhill, on Thursday, June 1, 2017, James “Jim” Fredrick Finkbeiner, of Exeter, formerly of Crediton, age 72. Beloved husband and best friend of 49+ years to Linda Darlene (Champ-Bowers) Finkbeiner recently of… Continue Reading
BORTHWICK: Peacefully, but unexpectedly, at her residence on Tuesday, May 30, 2017, Marie Maxine (Gaiser) Borthwick, of London, age 75. Beloved wife of the late N. Harry Borthwick (2005). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Jason Dick and Lisa O’Rourke and the late Jeffery Dick (1975). Cherished grandma of Brayden Dick and Jaxon Dick. Predeceased by… Continue Reading
JOHNSTON: Peacefully, at Exeter Villa Nursing Home, on Sunday, May 28, 2017, Jean Marion (Tennent) Johnston, formerly of Elmwood Subdivision, RR 1, Dashwood, in her 100th year. Beloved wife of the late Douglas Reginald Johnston (2000). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Harlie and Daphne Johnston of RR 2, Zurich, Brian and Bonnie Johnston of RR… Continue Reading
CARTER: Peacefully, at her residence on Friday, May 26, 2017, Flora Elizabeth “Tibby” (Brunt) Carter of Grand Bend, age 83. Beloved wife of the late Robert Daniel “Nick” Carter (May 18, 2014). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Deb Carter of Mississuga & her partner the late Tim Shaw (Aug. 4, 2016), the late Karen “KC”… Continue Reading
FOSTER: Peacefully, at Woodstock General Hospital, on Tuesday, May 16, 2017, Joseph “Joe” Edward Foster of Grand Bend, formerly of Woodstock, age 78. Beloved husband of Beatrice Ellen (O’Connor) Foster. Loved father and father-in-law of Mike Foster of Kitchener, Al and Elaine Foster, Dan and Maria Foster all of Woodstock and step-father of Jim and… Continue Reading
SOLDAN: Peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, at London Health Sciences Centre – Victoria Hospital, on Thursday, May 11, 2017, John Patrick “Pat” Soldan of Grand Bend, age 71. Beloved husband and best friend of Sharon Dianne (Lightfoot) Soldan. Loved father and father-in-law of Tracy and Ron Spratt of Windsor and Jason and… Continue Reading
MELOCHE: Peacefully, at University Hospital, London, on Saturday, May 6, 2017, with the love of her family surrounding her, Barbara Ann “Barb” (Market) Meloche, of RR 2, Zurich, (St. Joseph), age 72. Beloved bride and best friend for 53 years of LeRoy Meloche. Dearly loved mother & mother-in-law of Pat & Howie Green of Dashwood, LeeAnn Becker of St. Joseph,… Continue Reading
WEBB: Peacefully, at her residence, RR 2, Dashwood, Thursday, April 27, 2017, Doreen Gertrude (McClinchey) Webb. Beloved wife of the late Stewart Glenn “Glen” Webb (2009). Loved mother of Anne and the late Bill Schade (2003), Doris and the late Joseph Wragg (1990). Loving grandmother of Karen McLellan and husband Jason, Christine McArthur and husband… Continue Reading
DINNEY: Suddenly, as the result of a motor vehicle accident, Thomas “Tom” Robert Dinney, of Exeter, age 54. Loved father and father-in-law of Ceceilia Dinney and Tina and Jonathon Roulston all of Exeter. Cherished Pappa of Tyler and Jasmine. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Darrell and Brenda Dinney of Goderich, Jason Dinney and Cynthia Visser… Continue Reading
PHINN: Anne Jane Phinn, formerly of Grand Bend and Ancaster, died at the Victoria Hospital in Winnipeg, Manitoba on Thursday, April 13, 2017 due to complications with pneumonia. Born on October 7, 1928 to Herb and Fernie (nee Chambers) Brown of London, Ontario. Anne was predeceased by most of her family; husband Ted; daughter Ellen;… Continue Reading
WITHERSPOON: Unexpectedly, but peacefully, at her residence, on April 7, 2017, Ruth Julene (Schade) Witherspoon, of Grand Bend, age 78. Beloved wife of the late Carl Lewis Witherspoon (1990). Loved mother of Randy Witherspoon and Marlyn Wein of Minto, Teri Lynn Witherspoon and the late Blair Tisdale of London, Tami Lee and Brad Daters of… Continue Reading
ELLER: Peacefully, but unexpectedly, at his residence, on Thursday, April 6, 2017, Ferenc “Frank” Eller of Grand Cove Estates, Grand Bend, formerly of London, age 76. Beloved husband of Margaret Helena (Carter) Eller. Loved father of the late Frank James Eller (2013). Frank was the last surviving member of the Eller Family. Dear brother-in-law of… Continue Reading
HAHN: Peacefully, at Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, Ontario, Ella Ione (Peggy) Hahn, in her 97th year, on Wednesday April 5, 2017. Predeceased by her parents, Ellsworth and Mae Seabrook; her husband, Jim Hahn, and their children Paul Hahn and Lynne Hahn; and her siblings, Bill Seabrook, Jack Seabrook, Maxine Pringle, Laferne Seabrook and Archie… Continue Reading
WYDOOGHE: Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, Sunday, April 2, 2017, Ghislaine Madeleine (Lamote) Wydooghe of Exeter, formerly of Mount Carmel, in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Albertus Severus “Albert” Wydooghe (2003). Loved aunt of Rosa and her husband Ray Baljko of Thorndale, their children Melanie Baljko and her husband Bil Tzerpos… Continue Reading
CASSIDY: Wilma “Billie” Joan (Train) Cassidy, aged 88 of Ancaster, Ontario, formerly of Grand Bend and Toronto, died peacefully on March 27, 2017 at St. Joseph’s Healthcare in Hamilton. She was born on May 15, 1928 in Hamilton Ontario to Percival Horace and Jessie Ann (Patterson) Train. Billie is survived by her children Dr. J…. Continue Reading
WESTON: Unexpectedly, on Sunday, March 26, 2017, Cameron James Weston of Woodstock, age 42. Father of Jordan and Justin. Remembered by his friend Dawn Rosebush. Brother of Susan (Ron) Vankoughnett, Connie Cooper, Jim (Jane) Weston, Laurie-Ann Weston. Fondly remembered by Lisa Falzon and by his nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his parents Walter… Continue Reading
FOSTER: At London Health Sciences Centre – University Hospital, Gary Norman Foster of Exeter, formerly of Sarnia, on Monday, March 20, 2017, age 71. Beloved husband of 50 years to Tammy (Taylor) Foster. Loved father of Brian Foster of London. Predeceased by his parents Norman (2003) and Lillian (Fauteux) Foster (2013), infant brother John and… Continue Reading
McCRACKEN: Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Saturday, March 4, 2017, Karen Elizabeth McCracken, of Exeter, age 64. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Tracy Cooper and Jim Harley, Troy Cooper and Carla Farrell, the late Shawn Cooper (2001) and Tabatha Farrell, the late Robert John “R.J.” Ratz (2013) and infant daughter Stephanie Ratz (1984)…. Continue Reading
ANDREW: A Celebration of Betty’s Life will be held at the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, 118 Main St., Dashwood on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at 2 p.m. with visitation beginning at 1 p.m. The Rev. Jim Innes and Steve Green Officiating. Betty Lilian (Millichap) Andrew passed away, peacefully, at Blue Water Rest… Continue Reading
OESCH: Peacefully, at his residence, Robert “Bob” Ellis Oesch of Blake (RR 2, Zurich) in his 72nd year. Beloved husband of Barbara Anne (Glousher) Oesch. Loved father of David Gackstetter and friend Anjela McCool, Peggy and Wayne Smith. Cherished grandfather of Bailey and friend Stephen, Coleson, Kaleb and friend Rachel, Sadie-Ellen, Holly and Miya. Forever… Continue Reading
SMITH: Peacefully, but unexpectedly at his residence Kenneth “Ken” James Smith, of Grand Bend, age 63. Brother of Ron Smith of Strathroy and Debbie Garnis of Clinton. Survived by a son Tony. Remembered by his nieces, nephews and their families and dear friend Gus Lukings. Predeceased by his parents Cecil and Vera (Sims) Smith, brother… Continue Reading
VANKOUGHNETT: Peacefully, at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia, on February 20, 2017, Kenneth Manley Vankoughnett, of Grand Bend, formerly of Sydenham, age 71. Beloved husband of Joan Dianna (Allen) Vankoughnett. Loved father and father-in-law of Allen and Doris Vankoughnett and Ronald and Susan Vankoughnett all of Grand Bend. Cherished grandpa of Felicia, Gregory, Jennifer and Corey… Continue Reading
GOW: Peacefully, at Stratford General Hospital, Stratford on Saturday, February 4, 2017, Melvin Roy Gow, of Grand Bend (RR 1, Dashwood), age 75. Beloved husband of Margaret Doris (Whaling) Gow. Father of Bruce Gow, Patty and Murray Hachman of Elmira. Step-father of Mark Osment and partner Shelley Hall of Sarnia, Tracy Osment of Kitchener, Lisa… Continue Reading
ROWCLIFFE: Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Sunday, January 15, 2017, H. Doreen (Elliott) Rowcliffe, of Hensall, age 85. Beloved wife of the late Robert “Bob” Douglas Rowcliffe (2005). Loved mother and mother-in-law of the late John Rowcliffe (2006), Patricia “Pat” Campbell of Hensall, Wayne Campbell of Hensall, the late David (2011) and Kelly… Continue Reading
GEISEL: Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Sunday, January 15, 2017, Jean Elizabeth (Kistner) Geisel of Hensall formerly of Grand Bend and Waterloo, age 83. Beloved wife of the late Edward “Ted” Harry Geisel (May 2014). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Fred and Carol Geisel of Elmwood, Donna Geisel of Palmerston, Tom Dietrich of… 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
