At Glendale Crossing Nursing Home, London on Friday, March 15, 2013, formerly of Exeter in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Garnet Shipman (2007). Dear mother of Glenn and Paula Shipman of Toronto, Gail and Peter Stubbe of Waterloo, Gary and Dianne Shipman and Laurie Shipman and Paul Bowes all of London. Proud grandmother of 9 and great-grandmother of 9. Dear sister-in-law of Leora Froome of Ottawa, and Rona and Ron Quackenbush of Kemptville. Also missed by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brother Russell Finkbeiner and his wife Dorothy, sisters Lillian Hendry and her husband Jim, Helen Fawcett and her husband Albin.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the amazing staff at Glendale Crossing.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main), one hour prior to the funeral service, which will be held on Monday, March 18th at 2 PM with Rev. Paul Ross officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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SHIPMAN: Bernice (Finkbeiner) formerly of Exeter
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).
Dorothy Cowen (Ethel Cushman's sister)
My sincere sympathy to all of Bernice’s family. She and my sister Ethel as well as husbands, Garnet and Lloyd, were all great friends and I too have memories of many shared visits over coffee with Bernice. She was a great lady, with a good sense of humour, a great smile, and a helping hand! She crosses my mind quite often, and I will fondly continue to remember her.
Losing a mother, is very traumatic, and my hope is that your wonderful memories will comfort you at this sad time. I know how attentive you were to her, a FINE family!
Sincerely, Dorothy
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Penny Preszcator
To Bernice’s Family – I have fond memories of Bernice. She was a special friend to my family. Hope your memories sustain you through this difficult time.
Guy and Marianne Botosan
Dear Gary,
We just learned of your mother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Dianne and your family.
Marianne and Guy
Bev Davies
To Gail and Family, My thoughts are with you all at this sad time. My deepest sympathy to you.
Bev Davies
Dave Frayne & Cathy Cade
To all of the Shipman famly.
Sorry to learn of your Mother’s passing. She was a very nice lady and I have good memories of her. We hope your memories of Bernice bring you comfort in the future. Our prayers are with you..
Terrie McArthur
Laurie and Paul, our thoughts are with you in this difficult time. Cherish the special memories you have of your Mom.
Terrie and Ted McArthur
Bob & Grace Clarke
Our deepest sympathy to the Shipman family on the passing of your mother , grandmother and great grandmother.
Jim & Mary MacGregor
So sorry to hear of Bernice’s passing. She and your Dad Garnett, were great neighbours when we lived across the street from them on Gidley St. We know that our son provided many entertaining memories for them both as he rode his bike down the street.
Hold all your memories close to your hearts at this time – it will help to ease the pain. Take care.
Shannon Dougherty
So sorry to hear of Bernice’s passing. She was a wonderful woman!
Larry and Joyce Black
To the Shipman family –
Sincere sympathy in the loss of your dear Mom and Gramma.
Your Mom always had a big smile and enjoyed a chat. Fond memories from a former neighbour on Andrew Street, Exeter.
Thinking of everyone.
Carolin, Rick, Hannah & Heidi Albers
Although we are separated by many miles, you are all close to our hearts. Aunt Bernice was the most wonderful person. We have such fond memories of our fun vacations to Exeter, spending family time around that table in the basement. She will live on forever in our memories. She will be greatly missed by all.
Love Carolin, Rick, Hannah & Heidi XXXXOOOO
Lorne and Barb Turnbull
Our deepest sympathy to all the family on the passing of your mother. I will never forget the nights of playing kick the can after supper, and the fun we had growing up in our old neighbourhood. My prayers are with you at this time.
Sonny and Dianne Banks
Want you all to know that even though I am in Florida, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I have many great memories being with you in Exeter….eating dandelion leaves ( yuk!), being teased by Uncle Garnet and good long mother-daughter chats with Aunt Bernice. Also, lots of other ones to with the cousins.
We will be with Mel and Stella on Monday and will, no doubt, raise a glass to Uncle, Russell,Aunt Lillian and Mom together again.
Claire & Winona Hoffman
The Shipman Family,
So sorry to hear about Bernice’s passing.Our hearts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Claire & Winona
Lorne & Barb Turnbull (Whiting)
My deepest sympathy to all the family on the passing of your mother. I always think back to our days of kick the can, and the fun we had growing up. My prayers are with you all in these difficult days.
Marian & Ron (Skip) Mollon
You were one of our favorite Aunt’s and will miss your smiling face.
Loved our many visits with you and Uncle Garnet. You will be missed by all. Rest in peace as you join Uncle Garnet now. Our prayers are with you all.
Dean and Joanne McKnight
Our deepest sympathy to all your family. Your Mom was always lots of fun when we played darts together. We had lots of laughs and even won one year. We now have another angel to look down on us. Treasure the memories of the past and she will always be with you. Joanne and Dean
Sherrie Broderick
Dear Family
So sorry to read of losing Bernice. Although I have not seen her in a bit, I think of her often, consider her my friend. She will be missed.
My deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
Janice Frayne Morris
The Shipman Family,
My deepest sympathy to all the family on the passing of your Mother Bernice. I enjoyed meeting up with Bernice when she was at the Villa. My prayers are with you all at this time.
ron and rona quackenbush
At a time like this the words are not easy as you were my favourite sister in law and we did a lot of great things together,camping, walking,driving ,casinos,partying and great fun. You will be sadly missed by all a wonderful mother and my brother Garnet loved you dearly. Rest in peace Bernice my prays are with you .
all our love from Kemptville