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PEPPER: Cecil John Robert of Exeter, formerly of Hensall

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On August 18, 2023 @ 3:46 PM In Exeter,Obituary | 87 Comments

PEPPER: Cecil John Robert of Exeter, formerly of Hensall

Peacefully at South Huron Hospital on Thursday, August 17, 2023 of Hensall at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Joyce Pepper for 65 years. Cherished father of Brenda Newell (the late Jud), Marilyn Promoli (Julian), Laurie Vermunt (Joe), and Joanne Keller (the late Steve). Proud grandfather of Michael (Amanda), Sarah, Diana (Daniel), Blake (Chloe); Marina (Peter); Meghan (James), and Curtis (Chi) and great-grandfather of 4. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Marian Hooey, Irene Hotson, and Sharon Medd. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, his 5 brothers and 3 sisters.

Cecil was a long-time employee of W.G. Thompson’s in Hensall. He was a faithful attendee of Hensall United Church where he held many positions and later attended Brucefield Community United Church. He was a proud member of IOOF Lodge. As a young man he was involved in Hensall politics, serving as a town Councillor and later a Reeve. After retirement, Cecil became a volunteer driver for One Care, which he enjoyed and excelled at.

Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Monday evening from 6 – 8 PM, where Cecil’s memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 22nd at 11 AM. Private family inurnment Hensall Union Cemetery.

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Donations to One Care or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “PEPPER: Cecil John Robert of Exeter, formerly of Hensall”

Condolence from Larry & Bonnie Gould on August 18th, 2023 4:21 PM

Joyce & Family: Sorry to hear of Cecil passing. Hugs to help comfort you. I think of all Cecil did and know he will be missed. Sincerely, Larry & Bonnie Gould.

Condolence from Bert Vorstenbosch J Vorstenbosch on August 18th, 2023 5:09 PM

Our condolences to the family. Sorry we will not be able to make it to the funeral we are away for three weeks.

Condolence from Doug and Joyce McBeath on August 18th, 2023 5:11 PM

Our sympathy to Joyce and family on your loss. I have many fond memories of Cecil and his tireless work for the town of Hensall

Condolence from Patty Masnica on August 18th, 2023 5:32 PM

My deepest sympathies to the whole family.
Cecil will be missed by many.
Share your memories to each other often❤️u

Condolence from Dianne Weber on August 18th, 2023 5:50 PM

Dear Joyce and girls. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Great memories of years gone in Hensall fir our families. I know you all have great memories to keep your husband and father tucked in your hearts forever. Love Dianne

Condolence from Sue Page on August 18th, 2023 5:52 PM

Joyce, I was so sorry to hear the news of Cecil’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Condolence from Brenda Jones on August 18th, 2023 5:53 PM

Joyce,Laurie and family.Sending my deepest condolences..

Condolence from Karen Dickins on August 18th, 2023 6:19 PM

Joyce and family my deepest condolences, a life well lived. He will be remembered by all who knew him.

Condolence from Bill Heather on August 18th, 2023 6:27 PM

My condolences to the Pepper family.

Condolence from Judy and Gary Kyle on August 18th, 2023 6:56 PM

A life well lived . Our sincere sympathy for the loss of a Husband, Father, Grandfather and friend.

Condolence from Len Floyd on August 18th, 2023 7:55 PM

I send my sincere condolences during this time of sorrow. The Bible promises that your loved one will live again on a beautiful paradise earth when death will be no more. (John 5:28, 29; Revelation 21:4)

Condolence from Lynn Alderdice on August 18th, 2023 8:59 PM

My deepest sympathies Joyce and family. I enjoyed our visits while counting offering at the church. He was a wonderful man and will be missed.

Condolence from Merv & Evelyn Durnin on August 18th, 2023 9:03 PM

Joyce and girls.. Our sincere condolences to you and your families. We are thinking of you.

Condolence from Don & Debbie Rathwell on August 18th, 2023 9:04 PM

We are so sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing- I always enjoyed visiting with him before Church started in Brucefield. Sending our sincere condolences.

Condolence from Mildred Northcott on August 18th, 2023 9:47 PM

Joyce and family,
Sincere condolences in the loss of Cecil. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Cherish all the memories. Hugs

Condolence from Lynda Denham on August 18th, 2023 11:00 PM

Deepest Sympathy

Condolence from Rose Gass on August 19th, 2023 12:45 AM

Rose Gass
Joyce: Sorry to hear of Cecils passing

Condolence from Rick & Barb Ingram on August 19th, 2023 6:57 AM

Our sincere sympathy to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Condolence from Linda &Jerry Traquair on August 19th, 2023 7:34 AM

Our most sincere condolences to Cecil’s sister Marian and her family, his wife Joyce and their family, Brenda, Marilyn, Laurie , Joanne , their families, as well the extended Pepper family and to all who knew and loved Cecil.

Cecil came from a family of caring, hard-workers and his legacy lives on. We were proud to call him family & friend.

May your memories be a comfort.

Condolence from Evelyn Vincent on August 19th, 2023 7:36 AM

Joyce and family
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. Cecil was a very giving man and his legacy will live on in his family.
May God’s peace, strength and comfort surround you during this difficult time

Condolence from Joan McCallum on August 19th, 2023 7:42 AM

Joyce and Family:. My sincere condolences to you on the loss of Cecil.

Condolence from Chuck and Judy Mallette on August 19th, 2023 7:47 AM

Our sincere and deepest sympathy to Joyce and the family during this time of loss. We remember Cecil as an active community member and volunteer in Hensall. With steadfast faith and energy, he served his community well. – Chuck and Judy Mallette

Condolence from Arlene Chipchase Styles on August 19th, 2023 8:17 AM

My deepest condolences to the Joyce and family in the loss of Cecil. I have many fond memories of Cecil.

Condolence from Fred Campbell on August 19th, 2023 8:22 AM

Condolence’s Joyce & Family – Enjoyed working with Cecil for many years at Thompsons

Condolence from June Camplin on August 19th, 2023 8:23 AM

Joyce and girls sorry to hear about the passing of uncle Cecil my sympathy to you all

Condolence from Kathy Mann on August 19th, 2023 8:35 AM

Joyce and family: I have many fond memories of working on many committees with Cecil.

My deepest sympathies . Kathy

Condolence from Marilyn Taylor on August 19th, 2023 8:43 AM

Joyce and family
Sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing. May happy memories help you through this difficult time.

Condolence from Wanda Reynolds on August 19th, 2023 8:44 AM

Joyce and Family

My thoughts are will you at this time of sorrow.

Wanda Reynolds

Condolence from Jim and Mary Lou Hyde on August 19th, 2023 9:26 AM

Joyce and family, Cecil was a busy man with a kind soul, he will be missed by many. Our condolences.

Condolence from Laura Dixon on August 19th, 2023 9:29 AM

Joyce and Family, Don and I have many memories from the Thompson working days. You are in our thoughts. We send our deepest sympathy to you and the family

Condolence from John and Joyce Morgan on August 19th, 2023 9:56 AM

Sorry Joyce to hear of Cec’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Condolence from Rob Taylor on August 19th, 2023 9:58 AM

Joyce, Brenda, Marilyn, Laurie and Joanne condolences to all the family on the passing of Cecil.
Rob and Christina Taylor

Condolence from Brian & Lynda Sanders on August 19th, 2023 10:59 AM

Our Sympathies Joyce & family Thinking of you all Brian & Lynda Sanders

Condolence from Tracy Brown on August 19th, 2023 11:26 AM

I’m so sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing..I remember talking with him and Joyce at Bingo or wherever we saw each other. Condolences to his entire family and to everyone’s lives he touched.
Sincerely
Tracy Brown(McIntosh)

Condolence from Robert and Mildred Ulch on August 19th, 2023 11:30 AM

To Joyce and family, Sorry for your loss of Cecil. We fondly remember the times working at WG Thompson, the curling competition , your looking out for our family after school and many kindness shown while we were neighbours in Hensall. May your great memories help you through the days ahead

Condolence from Janis Bisback on August 19th, 2023 11:36 AM

Dear Joyce and girls, Peter and I want to extend our condolences to you all. Cecil will be long remembered as a father and hard worker and volunteer for so many organizations.
Janis and Peter Bisback.

Condolence from Linda on August 19th, 2023 11:46 AM

Joyce and girls:
My deepest sympathy to you, Cecil was an awesome fellow to talk to as l walked the of Riverview Estates. He will be missed on Kalisch Ave.

Condolence from Mary Berscht (Mock) on August 19th, 2023 12:09 PM

Joyce and family, I am so sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing. He was a wonderful man. Mom thought so highly of Cecil and was always so grateful for all he did for Hensall United Church.

My sincere condolences,
Mary Berscht (Mock)

Condolence from Joan Kammerer on August 19th, 2023 12:27 PM

Joyce and family, So sorry for your loss.
Joan

Condolence from Janice Alderdice on August 19th, 2023 1:15 PM

Joyce and Family
Condolences to you and your family at this time.
Fond memories of times at Hensall United Church.
Kind regards,
Garry & Janice Alderdice

Condolence from Carol & Glenn Gascho on August 19th, 2023 1:16 PM

Our condolences to Joyce, Laurie and all of Cecil’s family. May faith, friends & family sustain you through this profound loss.

Condolence from Bill & Brenda DeGroot on August 19th, 2023 1:17 PM

Laurie and Joe
Sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Our deepest sympathy

Condolence from Sue Riley on August 19th, 2023 3:11 PM

Thinking of the families during this difficult times.

Condolence from Mark Heimrich on August 19th, 2023 4:49 PM

Joyce, Brenda, Marilyn, Laurie & Joe, Joanne & family;

My sincere condolences in the loss of Cecil. He was such a nice guy and was certainly very dedicated to his community over his entire lifetime. Our thoughts are with you all at this time.

Mark (& Julie) Heimrich

Condolence from Donna Perry on August 19th, 2023 7:29 PM

Joyce and family – So sorry for your loss. With Deepest Sympathy.

Condolence from Sandy and Brian Fields on August 20th, 2023 7:40 AM

Joyce &Family: Our deepest Condolences on your loss sending hugs and prayers

Condolence from Doreen Harburn and family on August 20th, 2023 7:45 AM

Our sincere sympathy to Joyce and family . Our prayers are with you.

Condolence from Barb Eisenschink on August 20th, 2023 8:02 AM

My heartfelt sympathy for you Joyce & family, Cecil was a wonderful person and he will be greatly missed. Hugs to you Joyce, the dogs & I will be over to see you.

Condolence from Jane and Len Muegge on August 20th, 2023 9:18 AM

My deepest sympathy to the entire family. Cecil was a lovely man

Condolence from Sandra Funk on August 20th, 2023 10:01 AM

Joyce

My sincere sympathy to you, Joyce, and your Family, I am sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing,
My thoughts and prayers and with you. You have many many memories. Hold those memories close.

Condolence from Murray Armstrong on August 20th, 2023 10:41 AM

Our condolences to you Joyce and Family

Condolence from Eric & Arlene McIntosh on August 20th, 2023 12:13 PM

Our sincere sympathy to Joyce and Family on the passing of Cecil. Treasure your memories , they will last a life time.

Condolence from Laura Werkema on August 20th, 2023 12:26 PM

Our sincerest condolences to you Joyce and family ❤️Brian&Laura Werkema

Condolence from Jim Chapman on August 20th, 2023 4:31 PM

Joyce and Family;
My condolences on the loss of Cecil.
He more than did a fair share in the communities where he lived.
I have good memories of riding on the school bus with him.

Condolence from Ann Maxwell on August 20th, 2023 5:52 PM

Joyce and Family

I am so sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing. Please accept my condolences at this difficult time.

Ann Maxwell

Condolence from Ken and Pat Britton Britton on August 20th, 2023 9:24 PM

Joyce and Family, Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all for your loss. Cecil will be a loss to all of us who have known him. It was always a joy when we got together. I am so glad our Thompson family decided to get together years ago and still do. Although there is getting less of us each year, we would have missed a lot of good times and friends. It is going to be another of life’s adjustments whether we like it or not. This includes you, Joe losing a father-in-law who you had, to share farming things with, and Marion loosing your last sibling.
Ken and Pat

Condolence from Beth Cooper on August 20th, 2023 9:38 PM

Joyce and Laurie, Brenda, Marilyn, Joanne

My sincere sympathy to you and your families.
My thoughts are with you at this sad time.

Condolence from Isa Rabbets on August 20th, 2023 10:04 PM

We knew Cecil from Lodge over the years & was great working with him over projects in. Lodge. He was a great guy overall. He will be missed Bev & Isa Rabbets St. Marys

Condolence from Jim and Linda Ferguson on August 21st, 2023 6:48 AM

Joyce and family:

Our sincere condolences.

Condolence from June Webster on August 21st, 2023 7:50 AM

I have many fond memories of Cecil when I worked at W.G.Thompson’s . Joyce and family
pease accept our condolences.
Bob and June

Condolence from Mary Draisey on August 21st, 2023 8:30 AM

Joyce and Family
Sending my deepest sympathy to all Cecil’s family. I will miss seeing him on Tuesdays. He was a very gentle man and fun to be around. Keep all your memories close to your heart. Praying for each of you in the days to come.

Condolence from Dianne and Mouse Masse on August 21st, 2023 9:55 AM

Laurie , Joe and families,
So sorry to hear about your Dad.
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Condolence from Brian Campbell on August 21st, 2023 10:28 AM

Joyce and family: I have many fond memories of Cecil while working with him at Thompsons. I remember him as being calm and gentle. I can’t remember him ever getting angry, he was caring and helpful to those he worked with. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Condolence from Diane Taylor ( Hooey) on August 21st, 2023 11:42 AM

Aunt Joyce, Brenda, Marilyn, Lori and Joanne.
I have very fond memories of uncle Cecil and it’s with heavy heart I would like to express my greatest sympathy to you all. He will be greatly missed.
Love Diane

Condolence from Maja and Don Dodds. on August 21st, 2023 11:55 AM

Our Condolences to Joyce and the Pepper family. We have many wonderful memories of Cecil and things he achieved for his community.Maja

Condolence from Jen Taylor-Bonello on August 21st, 2023 12:38 PM

Joyce, Brenda, Marilyn, Laurie, Joanne and family,
Thinking of you all during this time of sorrow. May you hold your dad’s memories close to your heart.
Jen Taylor-Bonello

Condolence from Wilma and Derrick Misner on August 21st, 2023 2:09 PM

Dear Joyce and family sorry to hear of Cecil ‘s passing . Cherish your many fond memories and hold them in your heart.
Wilma and Derrick Misner

Condolence from Pauline McFadden on August 21st, 2023 3:18 PM

Dear Laurie and Joe and the rest of you family
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing- I always enjoyed the news you shared about his activities and his contribution to the community. He will be missed. Thinking of you all.

Condolence from Alan & Denean Renning on August 21st, 2023 5:56 PM

We are sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing. Our thoughts are with the Pepper family during this sad time.

Condolence from Faye Skinner on August 21st, 2023 6:33 PM

Joyce and family:
I am sorry to hear of the loss of Cecil. He was always so friendly and helpful when he was a volunteer of One Care. He will be missed by his family and the community at large. May you cherish the memories of happier times with him.
Faye Skinner

Condolence from Bob and Martha Heywood on August 21st, 2023 7:41 PM

Joyce and family
Our sympathy in your loss By the long list of condolences we know that Cecil’s passing is being felt by the community at large. The world would surely be a much better place with more gentlemen like him. I recall how his brothers Roy and Bloss displayed the same mild and friendly temperament .

Bob and Martha Heywood

Condolence from George and Sue Wilson on August 21st, 2023 8:35 PM

Joyce and family, our heartfelt condolences on Cecil’s passing. He was a friendly man. Cherish your precious memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from Lori Dietrich on August 22nd, 2023 12:34 PM

My sincere condolences, what a sweet man he was! I am is disbelief reading Cecil’s obituary, all the heart ache in this family since I lost touch with Eclipse!I am so very sorry.

Condolence from Tom and Julia Dickins on August 22nd, 2023 6:42 PM

Offering our deepest condolences to the family of a great man.
Tom and Julia Dickins

Condolence from Manny Roduner on August 22nd, 2023 8:04 PM

To the Family of Cecil,
I had the opportunity to work along Cecil a few harvest nights when he would come and help out at Thompson’s after he had retired. I remember him teaching me how to grade white beans and we shared many good laughs as he would tell us stories. His laugh and good sense of humour was infectious. It was always a joy seeing him around Hensall. It is for people like Cecil that made me successful in what do today in my profession.
May the good memories of him help you on the day that feel tough.
My condolences

Condolence from sjoukje steenbeek on August 23rd, 2023 7:48 AM

Joyce,
Our condolences.
Klaas and Sjoukje Steenbeek.

Condolence from Mary on August 23rd, 2023 1:09 PM

So sorry to hear of your Dad passing away. Hold onto your beautiful memories.

Mary Higgs

Condolence from Mary Higgs on August 23rd, 2023 1:09 PM

So sorry to hear of your Dad passing away. Hold onto your beautiful memories.

Condolence from Liz Campbell on August 23rd, 2023 3:11 PM

Sorry to hear the news of Cecil, worked with him for many years at good old WG Thompsons. Thinking of you with sympathy.
Sincerely
Liz Campbell

Condolence from Kay Rathwell on August 23rd, 2023 6:54 PM

My sincere condolences to Joyce and family. He will be deeply missed.

Condolence from Jamie and Barb Caldwell on August 24th, 2023 2:19 PM

So sorry to hear of the loss of Cecil. Jamie worked with him at W.G. Thompson’s in Hensall and we both worked with him in Hensall council. He had a full life. Our sympathy to Joyce and family.

Condolence from Melonie Miller on August 24th, 2023 7:22 PM

Sincere condolences to Joyce and family… Cecil was a good family man and community person …

Condolence from Kathy Scanlon on August 25th, 2023 5:18 PM

Joyce and Family

I have just learned of Cecil’s passing and wanted to share my condolences. Cecil was a special person. I was lucky to have him as my boss when he chaired Town and County Support Services and always enjoyed seeing him over the years as he volunteered for ONE CARE. He was such a positive and caring person – always a ready smile and a helping hand. He will be greatly missed.

Condolence from James Robinson and Velma on August 30th, 2023 6:58 PM

Joyce and family We have just learned of the passing of Cecil. Having spent several years working with him on local council, I found him to be a fine gentleman. He will be sorely missed.

Condolence from Alma Hood (Hodgins) on September 2nd, 2023 6:35 PM

Sorry to hear about Cecil‘s passing
Condolences to you and your family

Condolence from Cheryl/Steve Towle on September 4th, 2023 8:43 AM

Sorry for your loss of such a good person. I enjoyed and learned alot from him during my time on council in Hensall .We would talk at car shows and also about his tractor .He will be missed .

Condolence from Janet Kinsman Bilcke on September 10th, 2023 5:19 PM

Joyce, Laurie, Brenda, Marilyn & Joanne
Cecil was always known for lending a helping hand everywhere he went.
Always was enjoyable having a chat w him. Hold onto your wonderful memories of him.
My sincere condolences
Janet

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