SADLER: Deborah (Johnston) of Exeter
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On May 22, 2026 @ 10:35 AM In Exeter, Obituary | 45 Comments
Peacefully, surrounded by family at the South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 in her 75th year. Loving wife of Brad Sadler for over 54 years. Cherished mother of Cam and Sarah Sadler and the late Neil Sadler (2023). Proud Nana of Zach, Leah, and James.
Dear sister and sister-in-law of the late Bonnie MacKenzie (2025), Bill and Barb Johnston, Rob and Linda Sadler and the late Doug and Lynn Sadler. Fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews, extended family and many close friends. Predeceased by her parents Ronald and Nola (Cameron) Johnston.
Deb and Brad loved to travel and in retirement they enjoyed cruises and multiple trips to Florida, Myrtle Beach and Vancouver together. Deb also enjoyed day trips to casinos, restaurants with friends and card playing afternoons with her cousins. Deb will be remembered as a devoted and loving Nana whose greatest joy was being present in her grand-children’s lives to witness all their milestones, accomplishments and successes.
The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to Dr. Jadd, Fallon Fleming and the staff at South Huron Hospital for the care and compassion they provided to Deb during her battle with cancer.
Cremation has taken place. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.
Donations to Jessica’s House Hospice or Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family
Condolences for the family of “SADLER: Deborah (Johnston) of Exeter”
Brad, Cam, Sarah, Zach, Leah and James
We are so sorry for your loss. Such a wonderful lady and very proud of her family and never missed the chance to talk about her grandchildren. Treasure all the wonderful memories you have.
Thinking of all of you ❤️
Cheryl & Ernie Warden
My deepest condolences to the family. I had the pleasure of meeting Deb and Brad 25 years ago when I started looking after their cottage, they treated me so very well over the years. Deb will be dearly missed!
Our condolences to you all. Grateful for the time spent and we will always be thinking of her and the family
Sorry for your loss thinking of you and your family at this time
my deepest sympathy
Brad & Cam and family..We were shocked to hear of Debs passing. As police and police wives we have many fond memories of our time in Exeter. Deb RIP. Al and Nancy Quinn and family.
Dear Brad, Cam, Sarah, Zach, Leah and James
So sorry for your loss, treasure all the memories you had with Deb
So sorry for your loss.. an angel watching over you now…thinking of you all.
Steve & Deb Overholt
Im so very sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you all. Neil will welcome her with open arms. My deepest condolences she was a great lady and was always good to us when we were up in Wasaga at the cottage with and without Neil
Brad and family. We are saddened by your loss. Deb was an amazing person whose kindness was felt by all she knew. Her love and friendship will continue to be a part of all of our lives for the years ahead. There are no words that can bring you comfort in this loss but know that your friends and family will bring strength in the coming days.
My deepest condolences to family and friends. Deb was a part of my life for as long as I can remember and showed my father, myself, and my children a great deal of kindness over the years. In fact, Deb and her husband were part of one of my core childhood memories, and when I think about that memory their kindness is automatically associated with it. I’m so very sad to hear of her passing. She will be missed dearly.
Brad, so sorry for your loss. Sending love and huggs!
Pam and family.
We are so very sorry to hear this and hope you’re all doing well. Audrey and I will forever be grateful for your generous gift of your Myrtle Beach vacation home for our honeymoon in 2012. We send love and condolences. Clare and Audrey.
Lost touch over the years but remember all the great time we shared in the 80s. Big hugs to Brad, Cam and extended family.
So so sorry to hear of your loss Brad,Cam.Sarah and those beautiful grand kids.I will miss my dear friend beyond words.Hold on tight to one another and treasure all the wonderful memories.
Brad my sincerest condolences
Brad, Cam and Sarah
We are so sorry for your loss.
Cherish your memories, and hold them close to your heart.
Brad, Cam, Sarah, Leah, Zack and James
There are no words to offer to you all which are adequate for your sorrow. Deb was a great neighbour and we never saw her without a smile and an upbeat chat. May you all cherish the wonderful memories you made together to ease your pain through this most difficult time.
Cam, Sarah, Brad, and Neil and family, Sending my deepest condolences to you on the loss of a wonderful Mom, loving partner, and special grandmother. Neil- you take good care of her up there and I’ll be on the look out for a new, beautiful, bright shining star tonight up above. Thinking of you and sending all our love.
Brad, Cam, Sarah, and grandchildren, we are so very sorry for your loss of a wonderful wife, mom, gramma…treasure all your wonderful memories ,mention her often, she and Neil will be watching over you …❤️🙏
Cam, Sarah and Families. So sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. Our Deepest Sympathy and our thoughts and prayers are with you
Brad, Cam and Sarah, Zach, Leah and James
So sorry for your loss. May all her wonderful memories become treasures you will forever carry in your hearts as you journey forward knowing she is now your Guardian Angel.
Deepest Sympathy.
Sincerely Marion
Brad, Cam, Sarah, I am so sorry to be reading this!! Deb and Reni were one of our first clients at the Spa and we so enjoyed our time with them. Our thoughts and prayers to all of you during this difficult time. Pam & Chelsey
Oh Brad , Cam , Sarah , grandkids , so very sorry for your loss of wife , mom and grandmother. She will be so missed . Thoughts and prayers go out to you all ❤️🩹
I am so sorry to hear about Deb’s passing. Sending my sincere condolences to the Sadler and Johnston families.
Dear Brad and Cam and family I am so sorry to hear of Debs passing she was a great women who loved her family hold your memories close
To Brad, family and friends
Sorry to learn of Deb’s passing. Our condolences to all and we hope your memories of her will bring you comfort in the future.
Brad, Cam, Sarah and family so very sorry to hear of Debs passing, keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers
Joe, Joanne Bengough and family
Oh my goodness Brad, Cam, Sarah and grandkids.
I’m very sad for all of you to hear this news about Deb. I am sure Neil was right there waiting for her. xoxoxo
Tracey & David Regier
Brad, Cam, Sarah, Leah, Zach and James
I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending love and hugs. Take comfort knowing she is with Neil❤️
Brad, Cam, Sarah, Leah, Zach and James:
Thinking of you all at this sad time. Deb was a proud Nana talked with her and Brad at many hockey games. Cherish your memories close to your hearts.
Debra Tilley
Brad and family – So very sorry and sending sincere condolences in the passing of Deb. She will be missed by many and always friendly when we were neighbors several years ago. Thinking of everyone at this sad time.
Dear Brad and Family,
I just learned of Deb’s passing and I am so sorry. You lost a great lady and head of the family she loved so deeply. She shared countless, beautiful memories with you to cherish.
I enjoyed our many conversations over the last 30 plus years. My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Marlene Rader
Brad, Cam & Family We are so sorry to hear of Deb”s passing. You have all been through so much Please take care of each other.Remember the good times. May peace and Love be with you all. RIP Deb
Brad, Cam & Sarah, and family,
Sending our condolences on the passing of Deb, so sorry to hear this sad news.
May happy memories of better days sustain you in the days and years to follow.
Brad, Cam, Sarah and Family,
Our condolences on the loss of Deb. I was fortunate to spend time with Deb, Aunt Renie and Aunt Mary playing marbles and hand and foot. I will cherish those memories. It was very special for me to spend time with Deb many years after being flower girl at her wedding. She will be missed!
Sherri & Todd Stephenson
Cam, Sarah, and family
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom/Nana. Sending thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time.
Rest in Peace Deb. My deepest sympathies to the family during this difficult time.
Brad, Cam and Sarah and family. My deepest condolences in the loss of your wife and Mother. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Oh Brad and family, my heart is absolutely broken for you. You are in my heart and my thoughts. Sending hugs
Brad
Our condolences to you on Deb’s passing.
Morley and Bonnie Obre
Brad, Cam & Sarah & family & Deb’s friends;
Our sincere condolences in your loss. Deb was a lovely woman. Thinking about you all.
Brad, Cam, Sarah and family, heartfelt condolences on Deb’s passing. She was a kind, friendly lady. Cherish your precious memories and hold them close to your heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Brad, Cam, Sarah and family
We are so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing Cam.
Sending hugs and strength to you all and hope you cherish all of the wonderful memories you had together.
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Brad, Cam and family
Sincere sympathy in your huge loss. I always loved my chats with Deborah. She was a great lady.
I will pray the good memories help bring peace and comfort.