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STIRE: E. Ruth (Kenney) of Exeter

September 16, 2015 By Haskett Funeral Homes 23 Condolences

STIRE: E. Ruth (Kenney) of Exeter

At the Exeter Villa, on Wednesday, September 16, 2015, of Exeter in her 89th year.  Beloved wife of the late Carl (Tim) Stire (2003).  Dear mother of Larry Stire, Lynda Baker, and Glenn and Laura Stire all of Exeter.  Dear grandmother of Bob and Tracy; Mark and Donise, Matthew; Steven and Teresa; and great-grandmother of Scott, Jason, Jeffery, Christopher, Samantha, Stephen, Rhylan, Reed, and Rhielle.  Predeceased by her son-in-law David Baker, parents Thomas and Edith Kenney, and her 11 siblings.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main) on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Friday, September 18th at 11 AM with Bob Heywood officiating.  Interment Exeter Cemetery.

Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, South Huron Hospital, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

STIRE: E. Ruth (Kenney) of Exeter

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  1. Wendi Schwindt

    September 19, 2015 at 7:11 PM

    So sorry, Glenn and Laura and family to hear of the loss of your mom…

  2. Kim McKay

    September 19, 2015 at 11:18 AM

    Larry and Tracy and your families

    My deepest sympathy in your loss, thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Kim

  3. Brenda Morgan

    September 18, 2015 at 5:10 PM

    Tracy, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I hope you have so many wonderful memories to lean on during this especially emotionally time for you all… Hugs..

  4. Yvonne Elliott

    September 18, 2015 at 4:30 PM

    Lynda, Mark, Matthew and all the Stire Family
    Our deepest sympathy to all for the loss of your Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. She will be greatly missed all of you.
    Sincerely, John & Yvonne Elliott

  5. Sherrie Broderick

    September 18, 2015 at 7:58 AM

    My sincerest sympathy for your loss. Regardless of years shared together, the loss of one’s Mother is heart-felt. Memories will now provide comfort.

  6. Keith & Dianne Ahrens

    September 17, 2015 at 8:37 PM

    Glenn Laura & Family: Thinking of you at this sad & difficult time.
    Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    Deepest Sympathy to all.
    God Bless.
    Ernie & Dianne

  7. Jim & Linda Dietrich

    September 17, 2015 at 8:25 PM

    Linda & Family,
    So sorry for your loss, our deepest sympathy

  8. Chuck & Pam Ross

    September 17, 2015 at 12:40 PM

    Glenn & Laura, so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.

  9. Gary and Kathy Simpson

    September 17, 2015 at 11:05 AM

    To the Stire family at this sad time, our deepest sympathy for your loss of a dear mother and grandmother.

  10. Claire and Winona Hoffman

    September 17, 2015 at 10:29 AM

    The Stire family,
    So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother.Out heart and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
    Claire & Winona.

  11. phyllis collett

    September 17, 2015 at 10:08 AM

    Sorry to hear of Ruth,s passing. sympathies to to the family at this sad time.memories will always keep her close to you in your heart.

  12. Judy & Dan Hayward

    September 17, 2015 at 9:50 AM

    Dear Linda and family,
    Sending along sympathy and thinking of you folks at this sad time.
    Most sincerely, Dan and Judy (Jory) Hayward

  13. Greg and Cheryl Becker

    September 17, 2015 at 9:38 AM

    Stire family

    We are so saddened to hear of Granny’s passing. Alot of great memories of her over the years. I will be having a beer in honor of her.
    Thinking of you all. Hugs!!

  14. Craig & Carol Davidson

    September 17, 2015 at 9:17 AM

    We are so very sorry for your loss. Our deepest & most sincerest sympathy is extended to all of you at this sad time.
    Craig & Carol

  15. Glenn & Joan Kells

    September 17, 2015 at 8:40 AM

    We would like to offer our sincere sympathy to your family.

  16. Barb & Milt Dietrich

    September 17, 2015 at 8:27 AM

    Our condolences to all for your loss.

  17. Dave Frayne

    September 17, 2015 at 6:55 AM

    To Larry, Linda, Glenn and families, Sorry to learn of Ruth’s death. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

  18. Jim Beaver, Lori and Wade Kennedy

    September 17, 2015 at 6:50 AM

    Bob, Tracy, Scott, Jason & Jeff and the rest of the family – we were so very sorry to hear about your Mom / Grandma / Great Grandma. We are thinking of you and hope you keep your good memories with you at this time and forever. Take care. Love Jim, Lori and Wade

  19. Gary and Heather Coombs

    September 16, 2015 at 10:17 PM

    Our sincere condolences on the loss of ‘Aunt’ Ruth. In case I am unable to make it to the visitation tomorrow evening we wanted to send our hopes for comfort and you will be kept in our prayers.
    God Bless, Love and Peace,

  20. Mel and Kathy Winger

    September 16, 2015 at 8:37 PM

    Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Stire family

  21. Lois &Irv. Armstrog

    September 16, 2015 at 4:43 PM

    To the Stire family. we’re sorry to her of Ruth’s death. Are thoughts are with at this sad Time.We go back a long time when I think of Tim playing hockey with the Exeter Cyclone team. All the best to the family at this sad time . Lois &Irv.

  22. Martine MacDonald and James Rose

    September 16, 2015 at 3:45 PM

    Extending to all our very sincere sympathy for your loss.

  23. Exeter Villa

    September 16, 2015 at 3:18 PM

    The residents and staff of the Exeter Villa send their heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

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