At his home, on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 of Exeter, formerly of Penetanguishene and Toronto, at the age of 85. Charming and devoted husband of Charlene (McCluskey) Counsell for 63 years. Champion father of Jeff, Kelly and Dan, and Greg and Sonya. Heroic grandpa of Jesse, Michael, Laura, Logan, Emily, and Kenny and great-grandpa of… Continue Reading
Peacefully at Jessica’s House, Exeter with family by her side on Monday, December 30, 2019 of RR 1 Hay, at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late Jack Parsons (2017). Cherished mother of Brenda and Clare Martene of Crediton, Rick and Shelley Parsons of Exeter, Greg and Carrie Parsons of Exeter, Kim and… Continue Reading
Was a fun, kind and loving person. With the heaviest of hearts, our sweet little baby Ray soared to her final resting place. After a lengthy battle with complications from Lupus, Rachael passed away at LHSC in London on December 27, 2019 peacefully in the arms of her family in her 25th year. Born in… Continue Reading
Peacefully at the Exeter Villa on December 27th, 2019 of Exeter and formerly of London at the age of 82. Beloved wife of Claire Hoffman. Dear mother of Doug and Kim Hoffman, Karen Hoffman and Mike Hookimaw. Dear grandmother of Philip Hoffman, Grace Hoffman and Nate Darasch. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Audrey Kenny and… Continue Reading
VAN LUXEMBORG: Peacefully, passed away at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital, Goderich on Friday, December 27, 2019, after a courageous battle with cancer, Judith “Judy” Roberta (Patterson) Van Luxemborg, in her 74th year. Survived by her cherished and loving husband Johannes “John” M. J. Van Luxemborg for 24 years. Remembered by her sisters-in-law Marion and… Continue Reading
MARTINDALE, Ian: Ian Martindale of Grand Bend, age 92, on Friday, December 27, 2019 passed away peacefully at Jessica’s House Residential Hospice, Exeter. He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife of 64 years M. Elaine (MacFarlane) Martindale. Ian is the much loved father and father-in-law of Debora and John Bonner of London, Laura… Continue Reading
Peacefully with family by his side at the Exeter Villa on Thursday, December 26, 2019 of Hay Township at the age of 93. Loving husband of Elaine (Carlile) Weido for 68 years. Dear father of Ray Weido of Zurich and his friend Lynn, Gerald and Janet Weido of Exeter, and Catherine and Richard Heimpel of… Continue Reading
Unexpectedly at LHSC – University Hospital on Thursday, December 12, 2019 of Hensall, formerly of Stratford at the age of 71. Beloved husband of Bev (Herbert) (Sims) Dixon for over 36 years. Proud dad of Paul Daniel Dixon of Toronto, Rebecca Louise Dixon (Jim Beal) of the Peterborough area, and step-dad of Rod Herbert (Brenda)… Continue Reading
SMITH: Peacefully, at Queensway Nursing Home, Hensall, on Monday, December 9, 2019, Ruth Jessie (Varley) Smith, formerly of Exeter and Crediton, age 97. Beloved wife of the late Eldon Orville Smith (1995). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Jim Green of Bayfield, Alma Griffith of London, Ron and Jane Green of Crediton, Carol Smith and partner… Continue Reading
Peacefully at The Village of Glendale Crossing, London with family by her side, on Saturday, December 7, 2019, formerly of Exeter, at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Walkom (1978). Cherished mom of Kathryn Walkom and Chauncey Durkin of Toronto, and Carolyn Walkom and Robert Newhook of London. Proud and adored… Continue Reading
TURNBULL: Peacefully, at Markham Stouffville Hospital, Markham, on Sunday, December 8, 2019, Alma Jean Turnbull of Markham, age 86. Cherished daughter of the late Leslie Hugh and Ruth (Ross) Turnbull. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Ron and Eleanor Turnbull of RR 3, Owen Sound, Anna and Hubert Lucas of RR 3, Kirkfield and Irene Grove of… Continue Reading
It is with great sadness, on Tuesday, December 3, 2019, Wade was taken from us tragically at the age of 44. Cherished son of Diane (Dina) (Gerrits) Vander Wal of Exeter and the late John Vander Wal. Dear grandson of Melle and Grace Vander Wal of Holmesville. Loved brother of Mel Vander Wal and Marjolein… Continue Reading
Peacefully at South Huron Hospital, Exeter surrounded by his daughter Paula, son Scott, and grandson Kirk, on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 of Exeter, and formerly of Grand Bend at the age of 94. Beloved husband of the late Lee (Wilson) Thomas. Cherished father of Paula and the late Isidore (2014) LaPorte of Zurich, her family:… Continue Reading
At Jessica’s House, Exeter on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 of St. Joseph and formerly of London at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Michael Fritjers (2018). Dear mother of Sidney Frijters of Goderich and Cheryl Prashker, Jeff Frijters, and Jim Fritjers all of London, Michelle and Steve Peckham of Madison, Alabama, and… Continue Reading
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Magda Borrmann in her 98th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Erwin Borrmann. Survived by son Peter (Jackie and family), and daughter Rita Shefsky (Stephen and granddaughter Samantha). Magda came to Canada from Germany in 1954 and worked hard to provide a comfortable home for… Continue Reading
Norman Lichty passed away peacefully at Chartwell Parkhill on Tuesday, December 3, 2019, formerly of Grand Bend at the age of 92. Loving husband of the late Kathleen (Berdux) Lichty. Beloved father of Patricia Heipel and her husband Keith of Grand Bend. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Allan and Shirley Lichty, Wilma Kelterborn, Emmeline and… Continue Reading
April 12, 1937 – December 2, 2019 After a courageous battle, Ross passed away peacefully; with his family at his side, on Monday, December 2, 2019 at the South Huron Hospital. Ross is survived by his wife of 60 years, Betty (Morningstar) and daughters Colleen of Sarnia, Christine of Exeter and Janet (Dave) of Grand… Continue Reading
Suddenly, at her residence on Monday, December 2, 2019 of Strathroy at the age of 73. Dear mother of Gerald Ducharme. Beloved sister of Earl and Sandi Gackstetter of Exeter. Predeceased by her parents Elmore and Esther Gackstetter and brothers Gerald and Lorne. Cremation with private family interment Exeter Cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Cancer… Continue Reading
Peacefully at LHSC-University Hospital, London, on Sunday, December 1, 2019 of Grand Bend at the age of 91. Loving husband of the late Anna (Steinke) Martin (2015). Beloved Father of Marcia Martin and Bill Seabrook of Grand Bend, Warren Martin of St. Marys, and Janine Martin of Grand Bend. Predeceased by his parents Emerson and… Continue Reading
CRECES: Unexpectedly, but peacefully, while dreaming of his next woodworking project, at his residence, on Monday, December 2, 2019, Alfons “Al” Jules Creces, of RR 2, Grand Bend, age 80. Beloved husband of Maria “Mia” Agnes (Vandenameele) Creces. Loved father and father-in-law of Steven and Lisa Creces of London and the late Marc Creces (2003). … Continue Reading
Peacefully in Woodham, on Friday, November 29, 2019, at the age of 55. Dear son of the late Peter Hartley Sutherland (2008) and Sharon (Ed) Northrup of Grand Bend. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Peter Sutherland of Woodham, Mike (Jane) Sutherland of Angus, Jeff (Mary Ann) Sutherland of Hensall, and Mark (Margaret) Sutherland of Mt…. Continue Reading
Born February 6, 1921, died peacefully at Queensway, Hensall on November 23, 2019, in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Grant Ratcliffe (1988). Survived and dearly loved by her children: Linda and the late Dale Frandsen (2004), Dale and Sharon, the late Doug (2015) and Cindy, Barb Ratcliffe, Donna Ratcliffe, Deanna and David… Continue Reading
Peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, November 23, 2019. Beloved wife of Stu for 50 years. Devoted mother of Julie and Jon, and Dustin and Lori. Loving grandmother of Alex and Ayla. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Shirley and Geoff, Doug and Joan, David and Susan, Steve and Jane, Eugene and Marcia,… Continue Reading
Suddenly at her residence, on Monday, November 18, 2019 of London at the age of 66. Dear daughter of the late James and Pauline (Uttley) Mundy. Cremation has taken place and a private family graveside service will be held at the Bluewater Bronson Line Public Cemetery at a later date. Haskett Funeral Home, Zurich entrusted… Continue Reading
TEETER: Peacefully, at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on Friday, November 22, 2019, Mary Carol Teeter of Zurich, formerly of Brampton, age 93. Beloved sister and sister-in-law of Irvine and Bev Teeter of Dashwood. Remembered by her nephews Tim and Elizabeth Teeter of Lethbridge, AB., Kevin and Rina Teeter of London and their families. Predeceased… 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
