Passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at the age of 79. Beloved husband of Jean (Wilson) Gage for 21 years. Cherished father of Kathy Gage, Kevin (Dora-Lynn) Gage and step-father of Carol Brautigam. Loving grandpa, great-grandpa, uncle and cousin. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Patricia (Lou) Skinner and Diane Glen. Fondly… Continue Reading
Surrounded by a lifetime of love and memories, Labelle passed away peacefully at Blue Water Rest Home in Zurich on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the age of 102. Loving wife of the late Harold Harness (2000). Cherished mother of Marlene and Bill Charters. Adored grandma of Robert Charters (Ian) and Leanne (Mark) MacDonald and… Continue Reading
ROSS: Unexpectedly, as the result of a motor vehicle accident, on Saturday, February 7, 2026, Laura Natsuko (Nakamura) Ross, of Exeter, age 38, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion to her family. Born on August 24, 1987, in Goderich, she was the dearly loved wife of Rob Ross. Proud and adoring mother of… Continue Reading
JP passed away suddenly at South Huron Hospital on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at the age of 64. Loving husband of Kathy (Talbot) Laporte for 45 years. Proud dad of Ardona and Andy Moulton, Carin Laporte, Meagan Laporte (Hamish McCall), and Taylor Laporte (Conor MacKeigan). Honourary grandpa of Beckett, and Oliver. Beloved son of Lilliane… Continue Reading
Bill came to Canada from Hilvarenbeek, Nord Brabant, The Netherlands, the oldest of six children and the only one who spoke some English. He worked with his dad at the Centralia Airport as an apprentice bricklayer. Around 1986 and in 1990, he served on the London Airport Board of Directors and served three terms with… Continue Reading
VOLK: Peacefully, at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital, on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Edward “Ed” Gordon Volk of Alvinston, formerly of Strathroy and Shipka, age 65. Beloved partner of Elizabeth “Betty” Anne (Charron) Sutherland. Loved father of Sean Volk of Sarnia and step-father of Duane and Kristy Sutherland of Arkona. Cherished grandpa of Kai Volk. Forever… Continue Reading
(1940 – 2026) On a cold and blizzard-like January 27th, 2026–sixteen days shy of his 86th birthday—Robert “Bob” Leonard Harvey died peacefully at his home, in London, surrounded by his family. Raised in Exeter, Bob’s adolescence came to a premature end—especially by today’s standards—when his father removed him from school early so that he could… Continue Reading
At South Huron Hospital, after a long battle with health issues, Don passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2026, in his 88th year with his family by his side. Beloved husband of Edith (Carter) for 61 years. Much loved father of his two sons Jim (Cindy) and Larry and his wife Lynne both of Exeter. Proud… Continue Reading
WELCH: Peacefully, with the love of his family by his side, at Huron Hospice–Bender House, Clinton, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, William “Bill” Henry Welch of Grand Bend, passed away at the age of 86. Beloved husband of Onalee Ann (Gill) Welch. Loved father and father-in-law of Tim and Lynn Welch of Brantford, Ian and… Continue Reading
CARBONE-O’ROURKE: Peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Monday, January 26, 2026, at Jessica’s House Residential Hospice, Exeter, Julia Catherine Louise Carbone-O’Rourke of RR3, Dashwood, age 82. Beloved wife of Donald “Don” Leo O’Rourke. Loved mother of Sean O’Rourke (Nicola), Lee O’Rourke and Justin O’Rourke. Cherished Grandma of Shaelyn O’Rourke, Evan O’Rourke and… Continue Reading
MONTGOMERY: It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Carole Winnifred (Caston) Montgomery, 85, announce her sudden passing on January 25, 2026. A beloved mother, grandmother, wife, sister and friend, she passed away unexpectedly in Grand Bend, Ontario, where she was enjoying her senior years. Beloved wife of the late Andrew… Continue Reading
Larry passed away peacefully at North Lambton Lodge on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at the age of 67. Dear brother of Dave and Sharon, Leo and Maureen, and Rick and Darryl. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Leo and Noreen (Eggett) Henry, and his brother Bishop Frederick. Larry worked for… Continue Reading
VOOGEL: Peacefully, after losing his battle with Huntington’s Disease, at Bluewater Health – Sarnia, on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, Richard Andrew Voogel, age 56. Beloved Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend. Fondly remembered by his brother Ron and Cyndi Voogel of Alberta, stepfamily and nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his parents Ted (2010) and… Continue Reading
Peacefully with family by his side on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at the age of 79. Cherished partner of Sandi Knapp for 45 years. Loving father of Kelli Norton (Steve), and Cameron (Megan). Proud grandpa of Christine (Matt), Damion (Maddy), Charlie and Violet. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Suzanne, Peter, Maureen and Gary, Tim and… Continue Reading
WOLFE: Peacefully, at Strathmere Lodge Long Term Care, Strathroy, on Saturday, January 17, 2026, Carolyn “Lyn” Diane Wolfe of Strathroy, formerly of Oakville, age 70. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Barry and Marlene Wolfe of Baden and Patricia Wolfe of Great Barrington, Massachusetts. Loved aunt of Greg Wolfe of Port Elgin and Shannon and Mike… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully with family by his side at Exeter Villa on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Joanne (Kimmann) Steffens for 61 years. Cherished dad of Dinette and Joe Stephens, Miriam Steffens and Bob Deane, Cindy and Shayne Brizzard, Margie and Jason Gnay, Derrick and Brandi Leenders, and Trevor… Continue Reading
From the beginning, Richard lived with a rare combination of intelligence, kindness, and quiet strength. He was exceptionally smart, endlessly curious, and always eager to learn — qualities that shaped both his 40+ year career at Wurth Canada and the way he viewed the world. But beyond his accomplishments, it was his heart that defined him…. Continue Reading
Surrounded by her loving family, Maria “Riet” Wilhelmina (Giesen) in her 93rd year, passed away peacefully at Jessica’s House Hospice on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Harry (2019) with whom she shared 61 wonderful years. She will be sadly missed by her children, Frank and Janet, Vincent and Monica, Henry and… Continue Reading
Nat passed away at his home in Exeter on Friday, January 9, 2026 at the age of 61. Nat is survived by his brother Lee, sister Stephanie (Sam), nephews Dustin, and Brayden, and aunt and uncle Cathy and Ernie. Predeceased by his parents Dane Griffith and Dyann Irwin. Born in Wingham, Ontario on March 11,… Continue Reading
AGAR: Unexpectedly, but peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Sunday, January 11, 2026, Donald “Don” Edmond Agar of Grand Bend, age 85. Beloved husband of 36 years to Carole Anne (MacGregor) Agar. Loved father and father-in-law of Julie and Rob Hawtin of Camrose, AB., Steve Agar and Paul Agar. Cherished grandpa of Justin Jackson… Continue Reading
BRENNER: Peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, at his home, on Saturday, January 10, 2026, Our Patriarch, story teller and Mr. Fix-It, William “Bill” Ezra Brenner of Grand Bend, just shy of 90 years. Beloved husband of 65 years to the late Marlene Anne (Storey) Brenner (June 5, 2025). Loved father and father-in-law… Continue Reading
Passed away peacefully at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of Louis Schilbe. Loving mother of Dan and Terry Schilbe, and David Schilbe and Lia Berry. Proud grandmother of Charles (Aynsley), Christopher (Shannon), Sabrina (John), and Candace (John) and great-grandmother of many great-grandchildren. Dear… Continue Reading
LAFORET: In the arms of his loving wife, at his residence on Thursday, January 8, 2026, Laurent “Larry” Raymond Laforet of Grand Bend, age 83. Beloved husband of Mary (McGill) Laforet. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Margaret (late Leo) Rocheleau of Tecumseh, Paul (Carol) Laforet of Lakeshore, Bob (Betty) Laforet of Windsor, the late Roland… Continue Reading
Passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at the age of 60. Loving partner of Darlene Stewart. Cherished step-father of Carly, and Kaycee. Adored papa of Jace. Dear son-in-law of Marilyn Dewan. Fondly remembered by his sisters, brothers-in-law, many nieces and nephews and extended family. Predeceased by his niece Ashley, brother Tim… Continue Reading
After a long battle, Jonathon Thomas Dinney (Jon) passed away peacefully on Monday, December 15, 2025 in the care of Huron Hospice, Clinton. He was the husband of RaeAnn Ladouceur-Dinney, a wonderful father to Sunny Dinney (Geir Arne Skau), Jayden Dinney (Ellen Boyd), Maria Sheinberg (Mick), Cody Hensels, and Jesse Ray Hensels. Beloved Grandpa to… 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
