George Cyril Joseph Couckuyt March 28, 1952-March 31, 2025 Of Grand Bend, passed unexpectedly, but peacefully at Stratford General Hospital with his beloved wife of 45 years, Brenda by his side. Dearly loved brother of Donna McQueen of Surrey, B.C. and #1 Uncle of Hannah McQueen. Brother-In-Law of Linda & John Campbell, Heather & Bob… Continue Reading
Barbara Marie Feaver, age 87, passed away on March 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald E. Feaver (2011). Cherished mother of Sandra Balmer of London, Regina Hitesman and husband Paul of Allenwood, Pennsylvania, Debra Parrish and husband Todd of Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, and Linda… Continue Reading
WALPER: Unexpectedly, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, Donald “Don” William Walper of Grand Bend, age 81. Loved father of Kevin Walper (Lisa) of Mount Brydges, Kimberly (Allan). Loved grandpa of Emily (Nick), Bradley (Faith), and Amanda (Ron). Remembered by his long time friend Sharon Lagerwerf and the Desjardine families. Predeceased by… Continue Reading
GLAVIN: Peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Monday, March 24, 2025, Marcella Marie (Lavigne) Glavin of Craigwiel Gardens LTC, Ailsa Craig and formerly of Strathroy and Mount Carmel, age 90. Beloved wife of the late Raphael Michael “Ray“ Glavin (2004). Loved mother & mother-in-law of Monica (Dan) McLay of Port Stanley, Denise… Continue Reading
Doris Alma Fielding (nee Toogood), of Grand Bend, Ontario died peacefully at 98 years of age surrounded by her extended family, at Jessica’s House Hospice, Exeter, Ontario on March 22, 2025. Doris, born and raised in Toronto, is predeceased by her parents Alma and Alexander Toogood, brothers John Howard Toogood (Jack), Alexander Edgar Toogood (Ted). Her younger siblings William… Continue Reading
KABEL : Peacefully passed away after a short stay at Middlesex Terrace, Delaware, on Thursday, March 13, 2025, Gerarda “Gerda” Alyda Maria (Webbers) Kabel of Grand Bend. Beloved wife of the late Christiaan Kabel (1998). Beloved mother of John Kabel and his wife Mary Jane, Mary George, Edward Kabel and his wife Anne Marie, and Gerry… Continue Reading
RATZ: Passed peacefully, at her residence, RR 2, Crediton, on Sunday, March 02, 2025, Barbara “Barbie” Joan (Webber) Ratz, age 78. Beloved wife and best friend of Larry Ervin Ratz. Loved mother and mother-in-law of her twins, Tracy Ratz-Merkley & her husband Giovanni Marsilio of Chesley, Trevor & Janine Ratz of Guelph. Cherished grandma of… Continue Reading
BURKE: Peacefully, at AgeCare, Parkhill, on Monday, February 17, 2025, M. Joyce (Sutton) Burke, of Grand Cove Estates, Grand Bend and formerly of London, age 89. Beloved wife of over 74 years to William “Bill” Wesley Burke of Grand Bend. Loved mother of Ricky Burke and the late Danny Burke (1987). Dear sister and sister… Continue Reading
SIMPSON: Peacefully, at Bluewater Health – Norman Site, Sarnia, on Saturday, February 15, 2025, Donna Marie (Machuk) Simpson, of Lambton Shores, age 69. Beloved wife of Garey Howard Simpson. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Matthew and Paulette Stapleford of Burlington, step-mother of Cheryl Simpson and partner Sam Edwards of LaSalette, Marlin and Tammy Simpson of… Continue Reading
GAUDETTE: Peacefully, at Ina Grafton Gage Home, Toronto, on Saturday, February 15, 2025, Lawrence “Larry” Robert Gaudette, of Toronto, formerly of Grand Bend, Cobourg and Kawartha Lakes, age 73. Beloved husband of the late Sharon Annette (Parsons) Gaudette (2020). Loved father of Christopher “Chris” and Crystal Gaudette, Danielle Gaudette, Elliott and Fatima Cufaro, Amanda Costa-Cufaro,… Continue Reading
CALDWELL: Peacefully, at her residence, Grand Bend, on Friday, February 14, 2025, Diana Marie (Doucet) Caldwell, of Grand Bend formerly of St. Thomas, age 83. Beloved wife of the late William John “Jack” Caldwell (2008), beloved best friend and companion of Joe Green of Grand Bend. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Mike (Tammy) and Hans… Continue Reading
KENNEY: Flash’s wishes have been accomplished, his first wish was the planned event on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at the Legion and he was overwhelmed with the turn out of his family, friends and co-workers for his Pre-Celebration of Life, his second wish was accommodated when he passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by… Continue Reading
SMITH: After a courageous battle, at the Bluewater Rest Home, Zurich, on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, Douglas “Doug” Smith formerly of RR 2, Zurich, age 66. Beloved husband of Christine (Market) Smith of Zurich. Loved father & father-in-law of Vicky & Rob Bushey of Goderich, Stacey & Guy Kirk of Hensall, Penny & Rob Martin… Continue Reading
DUGGAN: With deep sadness, we announce the passing of John Martin Duggan, who died at Jessica’s House in Exeter on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the age of 77, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Sheffield, England, John embarked on a new chapter when he immigrated to Cambridge, Ontario in 1980. There, he… Continue Reading
GOULD: Unexpectedly, at his residence in Exeter, on Thursday, January 16, 2025, Floyd Leroy “Luke” Gould, age 79. Loved father of Stephen and Trish Gould of Lucan and Christine “Chrissy” Gould of RR 1, Lucan. Loved grandpa of Vanessa and Samantha. Dear brother of Leona Cottle of Exeter, Lavern Gould of Exeter, Jim Gould of… Continue Reading
WOODEN: Joseph L. Wooden, formerly of Grand Bend and Exeter, died on January 10, 2025 in his 93rd year at Strathmere Lodge in Strathroy, ON. Joe is survived by his wife of 49 years, Linda (Holden) Girard, of St. Thomas, and four children and their spouses: Susan Drennan of Ashfield Township and the late Allan… Continue Reading
GARINTHER: Peacefully, at Palmerston and District Hospital, Palmerston on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, Maureen Florence (Heaney) Garinther of Grand Cove Estates, Grand Bend, formerly of London and Montreal, age 80. Beloved wife of the late Ronald “Ron” Charles George Garinther (2017). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Wendy and Dr. Steve Decker of Orleans, Glenn Garinther… Continue Reading
NIRTA, Vincenzo: With heavy hearts we say goodbye to Dad, Nonno, Vincenzo “Vince” Nirta, of Parkhill and formerly of McGillivray Township who passed at Strathroy Hospital on Monday, January 6, 2025 – a few months shy of his 92nd birthday. Joining his beloved wife Elena (2012), he will be greatly missed by his children Lou… Continue Reading
MORLEY: “Evidence of a life well lived is found in those who love you.” With profound sadness, the family of William George Morley (of Grand Bend, formerly of Bayfield and Woodstock) announce his heavenly passing on January 5, 2025. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Jean, her children Cindy and Marc Gelinas,… Continue Reading
GOSLING: Too soon for us to be ready, our beloved Christopher Bruce Gosling went home to be with his Lord, on Friday, December 27, 2024. Age 81. He leaves behind his loving wife Sandra (Sandy) Ellen Fletcher and a loving family. He will be greatly missed by his two sons, Bryan & his wife Gina,… Continue Reading
HORNER: Passed peacefully, at Caressant Care, Bonnie Place, St. Thomas on Thursday, December 26, 2024, Shirley Anne (Frolick) Horner of Port Stanley, formerly of Sault Ste Marie, age 89. Beloved wife of Reginald. We were married Sept 05/1964. I am proud of our journey together. Shirley is missed by extended families and lifelong friendships. Following… Continue Reading
RADER: Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Sunday, December 22, 2024, Ray Louis Rader of RR 3, Zurich, age 90. Beloved husband of the late Mary Isobel (Wilson) Rader (1985) and Dorothy (Walters) (Finkbeiner) Rader (1992). Loved father of Carol Cross & her partner Dan Rock of Parkhill, Barb Vella & her partner Paul… Continue Reading
MILLER: Passed peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, at LHSC, Victoria Hospital, London, on Friday, December 20, 2024, Sheila Louise (Hern) Miller, of Dashwood, age 74. Beloved wife and soul mate of Ernest “Ernie” Reinhold Miller for 52 years. Loved mother of Shelley Miller and friend F. Klein of NY – Toronto, Jeffrey… Continue Reading
BULLOCK: Peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, at Bluewater Health, Sarnia, on Sunday, December 15, 2024, John Ross Bullock of Thedford (Port Franks), age 82. Precious husband and best friend of Sharon (Jennison) Bullock for over 59 years. Dear father of the late Arron John Bullock (2007) and Timothy Bullock and companion Tony… Continue Reading
SCHERRER: Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024, Sally Ann (Dahmer) Scherrer of Grand Bend and formerly of Waterloo, age 87. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Andrew Scherrer (2002). Dear mother and mother-in-law of Janet Sturgeon of Embro, Cathy Bossenberry (Michael) of Grand Bend, Cindy Doze (Robert) of Kitchener and… 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
