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STEWART: Ellis Vernon of Zurich, formerly of Hensall & Exeter

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On October 15, 2025 @ 9:13 AM In Exeter,Obituary | 35 Comments

STEWART: Ellis Vernon of Zurich, formerly of Hensall & Exeter

Ellis passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Blue Water Rest Home on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at the age of 84. Beloved husband of Erlene (Gingerich) Stewart for over 64 years. Cherished father of Kim (Mike), Brad (Linda) and Brian. Proud grandpa of Melissa (Greg), Jennifer, Brandon (Madison), Jessica (Mark), Connor (An), Nick, Zack and great-grandpa of Jaden (Kyle), Avery, Claire, Grayson, Sophie, Mia and Greyson and great-great-grandpa of Paisley and Emersyn. Dear brother of Judy Johnson (Barry), and Rodger Finkbeiner (Charlene), dear brother-in-law of Darlene Finkbeiner and Theresa Finkbeiner. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his father Elmer Stewart, his mother Irene (Stewart) Finkbeiner, step-father Allan Finkbeiner and brothers Doug Finkbeiner and Steve Finkbeiner.

Born on August 10, 1941 in Manitoba, Ellis and his mother Irene moved to Ontario in 1944 after his father was killed in the war. Ellis gained a second father, Allan Finkbeiner, and four siblings. A hardworking man, Ellis spent over 20 years at Cooks in Hensall (now Hensall Co-op) followed by another 20 years at the Dublin Feed Mill. Ellis was well known and well respected in the farming community! After retirement, he and his beloved wife Erlene enjoyed many winters together in Florida. Ellis loved a good game of euchre, a round of golf, cheering on the Blue Jays and Maple Leafs, and above all, time spent with his grandchildren.

Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Saturday, October 18th from 1 – 2 PM, where Ellis’ funeral service will be held at 2:30 PM.

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Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “STEWART: Ellis Vernon of Zurich, formerly of Hensall & Exeter”

Condolence from Alma & Tony Dayman on October 15th, 2025 9:55 AM

Kim, Brad, Brian & families
Sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from Suzette & Ron Heber on October 15th, 2025 10:25 AM

Our deepest condolences to Brad, Linda, Brandon, Jessica, Connor and families. Your Dad will be dearly missed, take comfort in all the cherished memories you have and hold them in your heart forever. May Ellis rest in peace.

Condolence from Christine Smith on October 15th, 2025 11:34 AM

My condolences to Erlene, Rodger and Charlene Finkbeiner and all of your families.

It was a pleasure to know Ellis and he always engaged in conversation whenever I spoke with him. He will be greatly missed by many at the Home. I am so sorry for your loss.

Condolence from Evelyn Vincent on October 15th, 2025 11:44 AM

Erlene and family and Ellis’s siblings and families
Sincere sympathy. Ellis was a good man and always had a smile. I’m sorry that I will be away and unable to attend the memorial. May God surround each of you with His peace, comfort and strength.

Condolence from Karen & Randy Stanlake on October 15th, 2025 12:15 PM

We first met Ellis when i lived across the street on Richmond St. N in Hensall. He was a good neighbour. Jen, so sorry for the loss of your grandpa.
Please accept our sincerest condolences.

Condolence from Deb Curvelo on October 15th, 2025 12:20 PM

Dear cousin Erlene and all family,
So sorry to hear this sad news! Although I did not know Ellis very well, I always thought of him as a gentle soul and kind!
I’m sure you all will miss him very much!!
All my love to you as you grieve this loss.
May God give you the peace needed to bear this sorrow.
Deb (Bowman) and Rich Curvelo

Condolence from Michelle, Jarrett, & Dominic Jeffrey on October 15th, 2025 1:24 PM

We will miss you Uncle Ellis. He was greeted in heaven by so many loved ones. We have another angel to watch over our family.

Condolence from Mary Lou Erb on October 15th, 2025 1:25 PM

Deepest sympathy to Erlene
and her family , Love and Prayers 🙏

Condolence from Kevin and Andrea Bowman on October 15th, 2025 3:24 PM

Erlene and family;
Andrea and I send you our condolences with thoughts and prayers for your loss. We are glad we could see Ellis when up in Zurich, Aug 2024. We had a nice visit with him and he was in good spirits. We will miss him as so many others. We feel for your loss and know that true peace at times like these is always God’s hand upon us. I am so glad Ellis had his faith in Christ for Christ alone is our peace and rest with eternal hope in His promises. God Bless you all.

Condolence from Jacklyn Ferris on October 15th, 2025 3:32 PM

Kim Erlene Brad Brian and families so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing I have many memories of your dad and mom playing in the infamous playhouse that Kim had. We were all envious 😁 may he R.I.P. hugzzz to you all

Condolence from Blue Water Rest Home on October 15th, 2025 4:30 PM

Sending condolences on behalf of the Residents, Staff and Board at Blue Water Rest Home. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Condolence from Linda and Jim Ferguson on October 15th, 2025 4:30 PM

Sincere condolences.

Condolence from Kathy Hayter on October 15th, 2025 7:22 PM

My deepest condolences to Roger and Charlene and all of Ellis family,remember to keep all your fun loving memories close to your heart ♥

Condolence from George Watson on October 15th, 2025 9:14 PM

Sincere sympathy to you Erlene and family, and Rodger and Charlene. This has been a hard week for all of you. Rest in peace Ellis.

Condolence from Mike and Beatie Rau on October 16th, 2025 7:44 AM

Erlene, Rodger and Charlene, our deepest sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Mike and Beatie Rau

Condolence from Jerry & Linda Traquair on October 16th, 2025 8:25 AM

Erlene, Kim, Brad, Brian and families,

Sincere condolences on your loss. Wishing you all peace and healing.

Condolence from Jeff and Lorraine Forrester on October 16th, 2025 8:34 AM

Erlene, Kim, Brad, Brian and the entire families. We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Condolence from Vicki Geoffrey on October 16th, 2025 10:49 AM

My deepest sympathy Erlene and Family, Ellis was such a sweet man , a man of few words, but always had a hello. His family has had a lot of heart ache in the past couple of years. Hold your memories close, my thoughts are with you all! ♥️

Condolence from Allan & Claudia Oates on October 16th, 2025 5:59 PM

Deepest Condolences to Brad, Linda and Family.
Keep your memories close to your heart!!

Condolence from Sue Wilson on October 16th, 2025 7:33 PM

Erlene and family, Finkbeiner family, sincere condolences on your loss. Cherish your precious memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from Theresa Finkbeiner on October 16th, 2025 7:52 PM

We are saddened by the loss of Ellis, brother-in-law and uncle, and take comfort in knowing he is at peace, reunited with those in our family who have gone before him. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Erlene, Kim and Mike, Brad and Linda, Brian, and all their families.

Theresa and family

Condolence from Keith/Jean Koetsier on October 16th, 2025 10:04 PM

Deepest sympathy to you, Erlene and your family. We have fond memories of times spent together in Florida at Sunnybreeze. Love and prayers as you mourn your loss.

Condolence from Randall Moir on October 17th, 2025 2:31 AM

You guys were a riot back in the day. We had a lot of fun together. Your mom & dad were awesome, too. My sincere condolences on the recent loss of Ellis. He had a great sense of humor, just like you guys. Thinking of you.

Condolence from Terry. Tony & Joan Cull on October 17th, 2025 8:28 AM

Brad, Linda & Families

So very sorry to hear of Mr. Stewart’s passing. Know that we are thinking of you all during this most sad and difficult time. Please accept our condolences

Condolence from Margaret Brintnell on October 17th, 2025 9:49 AM

Erlene & family, Rodger & Charlene, Judy & Barry
Our Sympathy to you all once again at another sad time. Difficult time & week . Ellis was certainly a wonderful man & will be missed by family & friends. The Finkbeiner family & our family go back a lot of years. Good old days. Cherish all your memories.
Margaret Brintnell & Brad Wright

Condolence from Laurene Zehr on October 17th, 2025 12:23 PM

My deepest sympathy to Erlene and her family.
Sincerely, Laurene Zehr

Condolence from Audrey and Mel Melick on October 17th, 2025 9:44 PM

Dear cousin Erlene and family,
We would like to express our sympathy on the passing of your dear husband, father and grandfather, Ellis. May God give you strength and comfort as you go through this difficult time.

Condolence from Janet Kinsman Bilcke on October 18th, 2025 2:43 AM

Janet & John

Erlene, Kim, Brad & Brian
Im so sorry to hear of Ellis’s passing.
He was a sweet, kind man w a smile you cldnt forget. He was always a pleasure to deal with at the Dublin mill w our crops ❤️

Condolence from Carol & Glenn on October 18th, 2025 6:23 AM

Our condolences to Erlene & family. May your faith, family & friends comfort you. Love & Prayers

Condolence from Earl and Marilyn Miller on October 18th, 2025 11:10 AM

Dear Erlene, Kim and Stewart family,

Our heartfelt condolences to you in the passing of Ellis. May the Lord give you comfort and strength in the days ahead.

Condolence from Wayne and Gerry Brunzlow on October 18th, 2025 3:13 PM

Sending our sincere condolences to the passing of your dad. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from Richard & Sharon Van Hoffen on October 18th, 2025 10:55 PM

Our prayers are with you Erleen & family on the passing of Ellis, a sweet, gentle giant in his faith. We often speak of our special years down in Sunnybreeze Christian Fellowship, & especially back when you two were there in the park. We remember interviewing you for one of the beautiful Anniversary Banquets that were held … & you two were such good sports. We have wonderful memories of those days don’t we? Ellis will be remembered in many minds & hearts. May the Lord continue to bless you & give you added strength for the coming days. You can trust Him for His peace & comfort. Matthew 11:28-30. ~ Love & prayers, Richard & Sharon Van Hoffen

Condolence from Donna & Steve Lillie on October 19th, 2025 9:44 AM

We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you all. Big hugs

Condolence from The Dolmages on October 19th, 2025 6:17 PM

Our condolences to Erlene and family we were privileged to know and work with Ellis over his 20 years with us at the Dublin Elevator. Will never forget his big smile and easy way he could get along with everyone

Condolence from Dr. Ross Wein on October 28th, 2025 11:31 AM

Condolance from Dr. Ross Wein, Professor Emeritus, University of Alberta, Edmonton.
I have just been alerted by my sister (Eleanor Wein Rader of Dashwood that my boyhood friend has passed away. Memories of Sharon School and South Huron District High School flooded back. We biked to Sharon and took the yellow bus to Exeter. We were known as the Grade Eleven twins since we hung out together. In Stephen Township were were farm boys who spent much time as fox hunters and fishers. We cycled everywhere before achieving our driver license. I think I still have gravel in my knees from skids on the rural gravel roads. To Erlene and families, thanks for a trip down memory lane!

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