Doris passed peacefully surrounded by love at the Exeter Villa on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at the age of 95. Beloved wife and best friend of the late Karl Ohmayer (2006). Predeceased by her parents William and Alma Schwartz, sister Ruth (Schwartz) Insley, brother Claire Schwartz, brother-in-law Ted Insley, and nephew Murray Insley. Loved and cherished aunt of her nieces and nephews. Doris was blessed with being a great aunt and great-great aunt.
Doris was member of the Zion United Church. She shared her love of music spending 65 years singing in the choir. She also taught Sunday School for a number of years. Doris was head secretary at South Huron District High School for 41 years. Generations of young people were touched by her kindness.
Doris’ family would like to extend a sincere thank you to Dr. Jerry Jadd for his exceptional care. To the nurses and support staff of the Exeter Villa, we thank you for your loving care and kindness in making this a wonderful home for her for the last six years.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Friday, October 10th from 10 – 11 AM, where Doris’ funeral service will be held at 11:30 AM. Interment Crediton Cemetery.
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In lieu of flowers, donations to Zion United Church – Crediton, or London Health Sciences Foundation-Murray’s Miles would be appreciated by the family.
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Ross Wein
Dr. Ross Wein, Professor Emeritus, University of Alberta, Edmonton
My sister Eleanor Wein Rader of Dashwood informed me that Doris passed away recently. Doris grew up on a farm on the Finkbeiner Line that was close to our farm so I knew her parents and siblings. All of our ancestors originated in the Black Forest (Schwartswald) of Germany. But I knew her as a member of our Zion United Church in Crediton and then of course as a long-serving secretary at our South Huron District High School. I moved away from the region – and surprising to most teachers, I had a Canadian university career of 40 years. Reading the obituary and seeing the images brought back many memories. Thank you.
Bob and Helen Coates
Our condolences to all of Doris’ s family. She will always be remembered as an extraordinary secretary who took an interest in all of the students at South Huron. I will always remember when she attended our reunions and how she cared about everyone.
Brenda Hern
Karen and family – sending our condolences to you on the loss of your Aunt Doris. Thinking of you – Ivan and Brenda
Judy (FInkbeiner) Johnson
With sympathy to Kevin, Karen and families.
I was blessed to know Doris since childhood. Such a caring and kind lady who was very talented.
As you know, Doris grew up on the farm next to our family farm on what was then called the Finkbeiner Line.
She was very active at Zion EUB Church in Crediton (later Zion United). Doris had a wonderful soprano voice and as well as singing in the choir, often was called upon for solos.
I often accompanied her on the piano or pipe organ. How her voice could soar in that sanctuary where all the wood created great acoustics! I have fond memories of her rendition of The Holy City, a very difficult song.
Love the photos here, showing a life well- lived!
Judy (Finkbeiner) Johnson
Dave MacLeod
I had the great privilege of working with Doris when I started at SHDHS, and she was the head secretary. She was a wonderful lady, well liked by the students and staff. Doris ran a tight ship with supplies, and I remember going to ask her for more chalk for my classroom, and her giving me five pieces to last me a week! She met both of my children when I brought them in to the office as newborns, and later Doris and Karl welcomed them into their house at Halloween for special treats. To her family, my sincere condolences; Doris made a positive impact on the lives of so many people and will be missed
Rodger and Charlene Finkbeiner
Sincere sympathy to all of Doris ‘s family
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
Our condolences to all of Doris’s family and friends. Have memories of her at SHDHS.
The Lord Family
Karen and Family
Sharing our deepest sympathy to you.
Doris was a sweet and caring individual.
Sandra and I were so honoured to help celebrate her birthday.
Thinking of you
Deb and Dick Lord
Margaret Brintnell
Kevin & Nancy, Karen & boys & All of Aunt Doris’s family
Your Aunt Doris was a smart & overall great person. Always put thought to what she would say & any advice she would give. We are thinking of all of you at this sad & difficult time. Our Sympathy to each of you. Lots of great memories.
Margaret Brintnell & Brad Wright
Linda Mills
Dear Karen and family. What a wonderful gift of love and family she gave to you. So many memories and I’m sure a giggle or two. Thinking of you and sending heartfelt hugs
john wuerth
My great aunt Doris was the anchor and offered a firm guiding hand to many hundreds of students at South Huron high school. A kind, gentle but principled person. She will be missed
Marilyn Pritchard
To Doris’s Family
Our deepest sympathies on the passing of such a lovely lady. Cherish all your treasured memories.
Marilyn Pritchard and Family
The Benner's
Sending sympathy on the loss of a special Aunt / Great- Aunt…Cherish the special memories of a life well -lived…Don and Heather Benner
Tamara Thompson
The residents and staff of Exeter Villa, join our hearts in an expression of sympathy and condolence to you and your family at this time of sorrow. May the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Jim & Linda Dietrich
Sincere sympathy to all the family,
Jim & Linda Dietrich
Evelyn Vincent
To Doris’s family
Sincere sympathy. Doris was such a lovely lady and she will be missed by many
May the good memories help bring peace and comfort
Rev. Dr. Sheila Macgregor
So very sorry to learn of Doris’s passing! I had many lovely visits with her at her home when I served as minister ant Zion and she was always so kind and gracious. Very faithful to her church, I remember her singing in the choir. She loved you all dearly. Sending deepest sympathy and prayers, Sheila
Deb
I had many good years working with Doris. She was a steady presence in the office at South Huron. Her dedication and kindness shone through to many. I was so happy when she met the love of her life, Karl.
RIP Doris.
Joanne Rowcliffe
Mrs. Schwartz was THE best at SHDHS.
May she rest in peace and rise in glory. ❤️
Elys Pike
A guiding compassionate light at the high school. 60 years later I still remember her kindness
Sue Insley Wilson
Karen and family, all nieces and nephews, heartfelt condolences on your Aunt Doris’ passing. I remember Doris as the head secretary when I was a student at SHDHS. She always had time for a great visit, with a cup of tea, and a homemade dessert. She could remember dates. Doris could tell you the month and year of many happenings in her life. I have lots of good memories. Cherish your precious memories. Hugs and prayers.
Judy Jory Hayward
I member Doris very well from old South Huron years, such a great lady along with the Insley family from
Woodham. Wonderful memories.
Doris Richardson
Sincere condolences Karen and family. Doris was a warm, caring individual who made a positive impact on my life – being one of the many who passed through SHDHS in her 41 years.
Dr.Reverend Kurtis Finkbeiner
I’m sorry for the loss of Doris she been an great cousin and relative so I always love her visit for tea and been involved of the church thinking of you all at sad time