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Thomas Ross Penhale

November 29, 2011 By Haskett Funeral Homes 62 Condolences

Thomas Ross Penhale

At South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Tuesday, November 29th, 2011 of Exeter in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Marian (Glanville) Penhale. Dear father of Gary (Gar) Penhale, Kathy Penhale both of Exeter and Norma and Ken MacLeod of Port Elgin. Dear grandfather of Lia. Predeceased by his sisters Helen Kerr, Jean Ellerington and Shirley Colby and brothers Harry, Bill and James Penhale.

Friends are invited to a gathering at the Exeter Lions Den (old Scout hall) on 135 John Street West, Exeter on Saturday, December 3rd from 1-4 PM to celebrate Tomโ€™s life. Cremation with interment Exeter Cemetery.

Donations to Adopt-a-Pet (Pet Rescue), Lucknow or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.



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  1. Delma Penhale Williamson

    August 19, 2021 at 8:24 PM

    Since condolences from Penhale family in Toronto.

  2. Delma williamson

    December 23, 2017 at 6:47 AM

    My sincere apology for mot sending my thoughts and prayers earlier to you Marian and all.
    While researching our Penhale family tree I have just been told of Tom s passing.
    Our Penhale reunion in 1988 certainly was a great event. My father Jack and his MotherJean Marie “Penny” Penhale were noth lost that same year.

    Regards

    Delma Penhale Williamson

  3. Paul & Beth Anstett

    January 26, 2012 at 10:12 PM

    To the Penhale family,
    We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Thomas. May your many memories comfort you in your sorrow.
    With sympathy,
    Paul & Beth Anstett & Family

  4. laura beck hogg

    December 24, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    so sorry gar to hear about your father.

  5. Jullie, Kim and Morgan:

    December 12, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    Dear Marion, Gar, Norma, Ken, Leah and Kathy:

    Our deepest sympathies to all of you. Can’t imagine Exeter without your dad Kathy. He was a kind and gentle soul!

    Sincerely;
    Jullie, Kim and Morgan

  6. Marilyn and Al Paquin

    December 10, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Aunt Marion, Gar, Norma and Kathy and families

    So sorry to hear of uncle Tom’s passing, our thoughts are with
    you and family. I have memories as a kid going to Gramma and
    Grampa’s and Tom having is radio on playing the beautiful 40’s
    music and when he and Marion were married. He will truly be
    missed as a husband, father and grandfather. There always has
    been a love of dogs in the family so not surprised at one of his
    last wishes.

    Marilyn, Al, Michele and Jeff and families.

    Marilyn, Al, Michele, Jeff and families.

  7. Douglas Penhale and family

    December 10, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Dear Marion and family:

    Our family would like to send our condolences at this sad time. It has been many years since our last visit to Exeter, but we have thought of you over the years. Unfortunately we never managed to see Tom again – life is so short. I will always remember going fishing with Tom to Chesley Lake. Thank you Gar for welcoming us to your establishment and showing us such warm hospitality. Our thoughts are with you all at this time of sorrow.

    Douglas, Carol, Christina and Sarah Penhale

  8. Sharon Klein

    December 8, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    Dear Marion and family – I opened the paper today and read this very sad news! When I worked at Exeter Dental Care, Tom and Sam often greeted me at the beginning of the day with a smile from both! Regardless of the weather conditions, he would take Sam for his daily walk. He was such a positive man, and his smile was contagious! My deepest sympathy to all of you, and may you rest assure he and Sam are once again walking together with the wind in their back and the sun on their faces! Love, Sharon

  9. Scot Morgan and Judy Parsons

    December 6, 2011 at 6:42 AM

    Marion, Gar, Kathy, Norma and family.
    Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Cherish your wonderful memories.

  10. Tracy Gilfillan - MacVicar

    December 5, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    Please accept my deepest sympathies. May the good memories shared help you through this difficult time.
    Sincerely,
    Tracy Gilfillan-MacVicar

  11. Mike and JoAnne Pickering

    December 4, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    Marion, Gary , Kathy and Norma, we are sending you our deepest sympathies on the loss of you husband, father and grandfather. Lossing a loved one is never easy but the memories you must have over the many years will help you in the future. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
    Mike JoAnne and Rebecca

  12. Vicky Parent

    December 4, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    Cathy & Family

    Thinking of you during this difficult time.

    The Staff and Board from Huron Safe Homes for Youth

  13. Judy Hansen

    December 3, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    I want to say how sorry I am for the loss of a husband, father and grandfather, so my sympathies to the Penhale family.

  14. Brenda Kipfer

    December 3, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    Dear Marion, Gar, Kathy, Norma and family,
    I was very saddened to hear of Tom’s passing. He was a great father and husband. He had an amazing smile and a great sense of humour and he brought a smile to the face of everyone he met. I have many fond memories of Tom. He will certainly be missed. I hope the many memories you have will help you through this difficult time. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
    With Deepest Sympathy,
    Brenda Kipfer

  15. Buck Beer

    December 3, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    Gar, Marion & Family

    Very sorry to hear about Tom’s passing. I many, many fond memories of him….from being around the house, and road trips in Gar’s van. He was truly a nice guy.

    -Buck

  16. Tom and Nancy Hartai

    December 3, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Gar and family;
    Please accept our deepest condolences at this difficult time. Tom was a great man. I will miss our long conversations…especially the “tall fishing tales” that we both shared!
    Tom Hartai

  17. Marg and Ross Beaver

    December 2, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Dear Marion,Gary, Kathy, Norma and family,
    We where very saddened to hear of Tom’s passing. He will be
    greatly missed
    Please accept our sincerest condolences and know that you are
    in our thoughts at this difficult time.

    Sincerely,
    Ross & Marg

  18. Gord and Wendy Miller

    December 2, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Dear Marion and family

    We were so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Your family certainly have had their share of sorrow lately. Keep the good memories as we are sure there were many, Thinking of you. Gord and Wendy

  19. Sherrie Thomson

    December 2, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    My deepest sympathies are with you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  20. Michael and Jody Boyle

    December 2, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    Marion,Gar Norma, Kathy I want to express my sincerest sympathy in a time of great loss. I will always regard Tom as a friend, a man I’ve known from when I was 15, who I worked with, but more importantly laughed with. Tom had a wit and wisdom and that is the thing I will most miss, as I shop without the possibility of a meeting to reminence of days at the Canners.

  21. Bonnie Baynham

    December 1, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Dear Marion, Kathy, Norma, Ken, Lia, and Gar

    I am sending my deepest condolences to all of you. Such a deep and sad loss for all of you. So many of us share such beautiful and fond memories of Tom and all of you. Heartfelt thoughts
    Bonnie xo

  22. Jim Oesch

    December 1, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    Big Gar,Kathy and Norma and familys

    Sorry for your loss of your father,,,fishermen can be replaced,,but your father can’t,,Keep his ,and your memory’s of him alive,,
    My thoughts and prayers are with you guy’s..
    Jim

  23. Maggie Brennan

    December 1, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    Dear Marion, Gar, Norma, Kathy and Lia – I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your dear husband, father, grandfather. Tom’s smiling face, and quick whit will always be my memory.
    Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
    Maggie Brennan and Stewart Turner

  24. Mike & Deb Hunter

    December 1, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    The entire Penhale Family,
    We were so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. He was such a sweet guy. Our thoughts are with you. Take care of each other. Love, Mike & Deb

  25. Tim & Cherie Rowcliffe

    December 1, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    Thinking of you with sympathy and the hope that time will bring comfort to your heart…God Bless

  26. HAROLD KUMM

    December 1, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    HI
    IM VERY SORRY ABOUT THE BAD NEW ABOUT TOUR DAD
    PASSING AWAY MY HEART GOES OUT THE WHOLE FAMLIY
    IT WAS PETRA THAT TOLD ME ON DEC.O1 PLEASE TRY TO HELP THE WHOLE FAMLIY AND KEEP THEM ALL TOEGTHER
    PLEASE AND THANK-YOU
    AND IF YOU LIKE TO THE FAMLIY MY EMAIL ADDRESS YOU CAN HERE IT IS
    [email protected] ALSO IM ON THE FACE BOOK
    JUST PUT THIS IN OK HAROLD KUMM AND IT WILL COME UP
    HAROLD KUMM

  27. George McEwan, Beth Ronson, Charlotte, Sara, and Sam

    December 1, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Tom was such a happy part of our lives while we lived around the corner. We’re so sorry to hear about his passing. He was a terrific man and we will miss him very much.

  28. Craig & Andrea Alexander

    December 1, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    Mrs. Penhale, Gar, Kathy, Norma & family

    Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Cherish your wonderful memories and know he will live on in your hearts.

    Sincerely,
    Craig, Andrea, Garrett & Luke Alexander

  29. Liz Campbell( Giffin)

    December 1, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    My deepest sympathy to you all, on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Sincerely
    Liz

  30. Ross and Marlene Mathers

    December 1, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Dear Marion and Family: Our sincere sympathy on the loss of a dear husband and father. He was a wonderful man. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

  31. Doug Fletcher

    December 1, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    It was with sadness that I read of Toms passing.
    I remember seeing his smiling face in the warehouse at the canners and sitting on the porch when I dropped into see Gar.
    My condolences to the entire family.

    Fletch

  32. Susan Flatman

    December 1, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    Kathy, Aunt Marian, Geary, Norma, Ken and Lia, our family loving thoughts are with you all. Reading the other offerings only reinforces our fleeting impressions of Uncle Tom, a warm, kind man with a great sense of humor, how much better does it get? Obviously he enriched us all.
    with tender love from Sue& David (Colby Flatman) Peter, Andrea Paul and Claire (Colby)

  33. Judy & Gerard Grenier & family

    November 30, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    Marion, Gar, Kathy, Norma & Family
    Thinking of you at this difficult time. Tom was a very special man & will never be forgotten.
    Sincere Sympathy
    Gerard & Judy, Jen, Jason & Miranda

  34. Tina Riley -Ankers

    November 30, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    As of love.unt Marion ,Gar, Kathy and Norma and Family

    I am so sorry to hear of uncle Tom’s passing he will missed by so many people and loved by just as many. He always took the time to stop and talk to me when he seen me even if he was on a schedule . You are all in my thoughts and prayers and lots of hugs and lot of love.
    Love Tina , Brad , Kara, Dannika ,Hailie and Darlene.
    R.I.P.Uncle Tom and be free from any pain now.

  35. Sherry Degraw

    November 30, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Marion and Geary,

    I,m so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  36. Karen & Randy Stanlake

    November 30, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    Our hearts are with you all at this difficult time. May you find some peace in the celebration of his life.

  37. The Middletons

    November 30, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    Marion, Gar, Kathy, Norma and families….we were shocked to hear of Tom’s passing. Our sincere and heartfelt thoughts are with all of you in the passing of a life-long friend. Timmie will be sadly missed by all. Gary remembers the days working side-by-side at the canning factory where the two of you met and fishing up at Silver and Chesley Lakes. Me, stopping to chat when I was out walking our dog. ***hugs*** to all of you in this time of sorrow.

    Gary, Jo-Ann & Marshall

  38. Oral and Laurie Knox

    November 30, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    We were so sorry to here of Tom’s passing. Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. I will forever cherish the memories of our trips to fish on Big Lake, with Tom and Gar.

    Oral and Laurie

  39. Claire and Winona Hoffman

    November 30, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    Gar and all the Penhale family

    So sorry to hear about the loss of Tom ,Husband ,Father,etc
    Our heart and prayers are with you at this sad time..God Bless.
    Winona worked for many years with Tom at the Canners.,

    Claire,Winona Hoffman and Family..

  40. Rick and Beth Webber

    November 30, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Our sincerst condolences on the passing of a wonderful man.

    Rick and Beth Webber (Oral Knox’s step daughter)

  41. Elaine Baynham

    November 30, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Dear Marian Gar Norma and Kathy. Our deepest sympathy to all of you, Tom was a good man and will be missed by many. Sincerely, Elaine, Steve Brad and Bonnie

  42. Tena McKay

    November 30, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Deeply saddened to hear that Tom has passed on. I cannot imagine not seeing Tom walking from the grocery store or back from Kathy’s with the lawn mower. I will miss tooting the horn at him and waving.

    To Marion, Gary, Norma and Kathy….our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Thanks for being the loving family that you are and always having an open door to me over the years.

    Sincerely yours, Tena (DeKoker) McKay and Jeff

  43. Marlyn Wein

    November 30, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Dear Marion, Gary, Kathy, Norma, Ken and Lia

    I am so very sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. I have many fond memories of visiting your home… the endless laughs we all shared and the welcoming warmth felt when greeted at your door.

    My deepest sympathy to all the family

    Marlyn Wein

  44. Bill&Grace Gilfillan

    November 30, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    Marion,Gar, Norma,Kathy,Ken&Lia.
    Our deepest sympathy in the loss of a
    Dear Husband ,Dad &Grandpa.
    May your treasured memories help you through this sad time.
    Bill$Grace

  45. Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade

    November 30, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Marion, Gar, Kathy,Norma and family
    We were saddened to learn of Tom’s passing. He was a familair sight walking down Main St on some errand and always had time to talk. He will be in your hearts and minds forever.

  46. Sherrie Broderick

    November 30, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    Dear Penhale Family
    May this time of sadness be quickly replaced with comfort from a long lifetime of cherished memories.
    My deepest sympathy for your loss.

    Sherrie Broderick

  47. george gallant

    November 30, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    So sorry for your loss….my condolences to all you.
    sincerely,
    George Gallant

  48. Kevin and Kim Hern

    November 30, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    Marion, Gar, Kathy and Norma, We are so very sorry to hear about Tom. We have many happy memories of him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to all! Love from Kim, Kevin, Kelsey and Jake.

  49. Ron and Glenda Lindenfield

    November 30, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Gary and Family

    So sorry to hear the sad news, keep all those good memories in your heart, keep strong………..

  50. Karen Brown

    November 30, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Marion, please accept my condolences. I have memories of lovely little chats with both of you when I walked with Reba past your home. I hope that all of your wonderful memories will give strength to you and your family during this difficult time.

  51. ena de haan

    November 30, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    Dear Kathy ,

    So sorry to read that your dad passed away, I know how much he meant to you.
    your mom willl miss him terribly as will all of you.

  52. Leslie Knight

    November 30, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    Dear Mrs. Penhale, Gar, Norma and Kathy:
    I’m sorry for your loss. I will always remember Tom (your husband and Dad) for coming to Kathy’s house at all hours to help us get rid of bats. Kathy and I would hide behind a door while sending Tom in to get the bats alone. Thank goodness for all the memories you have to hold close to your hearts. Kind regards, Leslie Knight

  53. Willy, Shallon, Jakob and Sydnee Partridge

    November 30, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    Marion, our thoughts are with you. We are sorry for your loss.

  54. Patti Stanley and Ross Alexander

    November 29, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Marion and Family.
    Sorry to hear about Tom’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I will miss his visits and the chats we had at the store.

  55. Carol Neaves & Charlie Beausoleil

    November 29, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    Our sincerest condolence to Marion and Family.

    No matter when you went on Main St. you would see Tom, on is way or coming from the grocery store, it must have taken him a long time for to do this simple chore, because everyone would stop and talk to him.
    We moved to Exeter 25 year ago and was lucky enough to get to know Tom from working at the Cannimg Factory.

    Carol & Charlie

  56. Mike and Darlene Stewart

    November 29, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    We are very saddened to hear of Tom’s passing. He was a wonderful spirit, and had a friendly smile for all he met. Our deepest sympathy to all the family.
    Mike, Darlene (Sillery), Carly, and Kaycee Stewart

  57. Scott and Katie Nixon

    November 29, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Dear Penhale Family,

    Scott and I wish to send you our deepest and most heartfelt sympathies regarding Tom. We feel honoured to have met and known him and to have shared in his wonderful spirit and sense of humour during his life. He will be greatly missed by the Exeter community.

    With Warmest Regards,
    Katie and Scott Nixon

  58. Brion, Sherry and Austin Penhale

    November 29, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    Marion, Gar, Norma ,Kathy, Ken and Lia
    How fortunate to have the best Husband, Dad and Grandpa one
    could ask for. So many fond memories and LOTS of great laughs.
    How we now long to go back in time for a big Porch Party again
    ,the memory of those times will never be forgotten.
    Love Brion, Sherry and Austin Penhale

  59. Sharon, Jim, Eva-Marie, and Nolan Allison

    November 29, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    Dear Marion, Gary, Kathy, Norma, Ken and Lia,

    So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. We will all miss him a lot, especially Eva-Marie and Nolan.

    Sending you all of our love during this sad time.

    Sharon, Jim, Eva-Marie,and Nolan.

  60. noreen riley-smith

    November 29, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    I am shocked beyond as well as i know you guys are.uncle tom was a great guy.i remember walking to the store with him and he would say what kind of cereal do you want nipper.and i would say captain crunch.he always said aunt marion said shredded wheats,he spoiled me just like you did aunt marion.sleeping over with you guys was great.a lot of good times ,aybe cause she guys spoiled me.geary,norma and kathy were big siblings.walking down the street will never be the same again.no more hey nipper whipper or becareful nipper i just made that twenty when came in to pickup pizza.love you guys with all my heart and soul.RIP Uncle Tom.dont wear out those angel boots

  61. Pete and Wendy Case

    November 29, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    Marion, Gar, Kathy, Norma and family;

    So sorry to hear the news. May your cherished memories help you all, through this difficult time.

    Sincerely, Pete and Wendy

  62. Evelyn Steckle Vincent

    November 29, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Kathy,
    Sincere sympathy to your in your time of great loss. May you experience comfort.

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