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THOMAS: William “Bill” Donald of Exeter, formerly of Grand Bend

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On December 5, 2019 @ 12:52 PM In Exeter,Obituary | 32 Comments

THOMAS: William “Bill” Donald of Exeter, formerly of Grand Bend

Peacefully at South Huron Hospital, Exeter surrounded by his daughter Paula, son Scott, and grandson Kirk, on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 of Exeter, and formerly of Grand Bend at the age of 94. Beloved husband of the late Lee (Wilson) Thomas. Cherished father of Paula and the late Isidore (2014) LaPorte of Zurich, her family: Dwayne (Theresa), Jeff (Shannon), Mark (Lori), Todd (Kim), Shawn (Debra), and their families, Scott and Kathy Thomas of Surrey, British Columbia and their family, Kirk (Yoana), their children Sophia and Claire, Amy (Isaac) and their children Owen and Evan. Lovingly remembered by Jenny and the Rowe family.

A Celebration of Bill’s Life will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, EXETER, on Sunday, December 15th from 2- 4 PM, with words of remembrance at 3 PM. Cremation with inurnment at Exeter Cemetery.

Donations to South Huron Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “THOMAS: William “Bill” Donald of Exeter, formerly of Grand Bend”

Condolence from Karen Prince on December 5th, 2019 1:23 PM

Condolences to the Thomas Family. May all your treasured memories be remembered at this time of sadness.

Condolence from Kim McKay on December 5th, 2019 1:49 PM

Paula and Scott and families my deepest condolences in the loss of your Dad! Bill was a very kind and wonderful man, he will be missed by all who knew him. I hope that your beautiful memories help to console you in this very sad day.

Condolence from Steve & Deb Overholt on December 5th, 2019 2:48 PM

Our deepest condolences to all the family members.
He was the best visitor and storyteller and always so friendly.
He will be missed by all those that knew and encountered his company.

Condolence from Roxanne Carruthers on December 5th, 2019 2:50 PM

So very sorry Paula and Scott and families. He was a very wonderful man. My thoughts are with you all.

Condolence from Nancy-Rae and Bob Lovie on December 5th, 2019 3:18 PM

Paula and family….. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time…Paula..cherish the wonderful memories you have of all the good times and road trips that you and your dad spent together….

Condolence from Cassie Lovie on December 5th, 2019 6:13 PM

Paula , So sorry to hear of your Father’s passing . You will certainly miss him . May he Rest In Peace
With sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Cassie Lovie

Condolence from Laura Overholt on December 5th, 2019 6:35 PM

Paula and your family.
You have a deepest sympathy with the passing of your father.
I wish I would have known when I seen you today .
Thought and prayers to you and your entire family.

Condolence from Donna O’Brien on December 5th, 2019 6:52 PM

My condolences Paula! I know you and your dad had a special relationship which will never be forgotten ! Hugs, Donna

Condolence from Marion Taylor on December 5th, 2019 8:04 PM

Paula and family

Expressing our sincere sympathy … cherish your memories… keeping you and your loved ones in our thoughts and payers… heaven has gained another angel hugs Mariah and Marion

Condolence from George and Sue Wilson on December 5th, 2019 8:45 PM

Paula and family, Scott, Kathy and family, Jennie and family, we are saddened on Bill’s passing. He had a great sense of humour. He was friendly with everyone. Cherish your precious memories. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue Wilson

Condolence from Dale Marie Livingston on December 5th, 2019 9:27 PM

I am going to miss his corny jokes, his laugh and having him pop in for a visit.
I am deeply saddened with the passing of this kind man.
May the love and memories you shared help to bring you comfort.
Praying God’s blessings of peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Deepest Sympathies,

Condolence from Kerri Gingerich on December 6th, 2019 6:12 AM

So sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from Kirk & Cathy Smith on December 6th, 2019 7:39 AM

Paula and Scott and family….. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time…Cherish the wonderful memories you have of all your times spent together and road trips that you and your dad had together. He will be missed.

Condolence from Maureen Wood on December 6th, 2019 9:02 AM

Please Accept My Sympathy in the Loss of your Dad Bill ,
Have know Bill for a long time & Such a Friendly Guy.
Would have nice Chats at Hansens when we shopped.
He will be Missed

Condolence from Linda & Jim Dietrich on December 6th, 2019 9:06 AM

Paula,
Sincere sympathy to you and your family,

Condolence from Sandra ( McLellan) & Larry Hern on December 6th, 2019 9:20 AM

Dear Paula Jenny, and all of Bill’s family,

Please accept our condolences on the passing of Bill. He and Lee were good friends of my parents, Stu and Lil, and he and Dad spent many hours together when they lost their spouses. We loved Bill’s sense of humour and his stories and his wonderful laugh. No matter how long we have our Dads, it hurts so much to lose them. Our sympathy to Jenny as she and Bill had some lovely times together that made him very happy over the last several years. Rest in Peace dear Bill.

Condolence from Jackie and Jim on December 6th, 2019 10:41 AM

Our sincere condolences to Paula and the Thomas family. Bill is a man of character that will be greatly missed. We enjoyed his participation at our family events and his spirited conversation at the table; over a glass of rum.
With heartfelt thoughts for you during this time of passing…

Condolence from Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade on December 6th, 2019 1:15 PM

To the Thomas family:
Sorry to learn of Bill’s passing. Used to enjoy talking to him and he was great company to Jenny.
Thinking of you during this difficult time.

Condolence from Frank and Karin on December 6th, 2019 3:20 PM

Our condolences Paula,Scott and Cathy and families.we will miss our visits with your dad.
Frank and Karin

Condolence from Kathy (Rowe) & Jim Lewis on December 6th, 2019 7:06 PM

Dear Paula, Scott and Families,

Sad to hear of Bill’s passing. Our family will miss his laughter at our gatherings. So happy we all got to spend time together at Thanksgiving. Bill came in his little red car and was so proud! He will never be far from our thoughts and forever in our hearts.
Hope they have convertibles in heaven Bill……put the petal to the metal!

Condolence from Ron and Dianne Ducharme on December 6th, 2019 8:51 PM

Paula and Family
Our sympathy to all of you at this very sad time
Thoughts and prayers are with you

Condolence from Lynn Butterworth on December 6th, 2019 9:53 PM

Leon and I feel so sad today hearing the news about Bill. We had some great times with Bill and Lee and our families have been friends forever. He will be missed but he will always be in our hearts. Your family is in our prayers and may you find comfort in all your wonderful memories..

Condolence from Paul and Joan Ducharme on December 7th, 2019 9:44 AM

Paula
Our deepest compassion and prayers to you and your family
Prayers and hugs ???? are with you!
Joan and Paul

Condolence from Donna Garland on December 7th, 2019 9:50 AM

Dear Paula and Jenny;

I am sorry to hear of Bills passing. Bill was a wonderful man and loved life! Expressing my sympathy to his family and his special friend Jenny. Rest In Peace Bill.

Sincerely, Donna McLellan

Condolence from Dave and Karen Hill on December 7th, 2019 10:51 AM

Dear Paula, Scott, Kathy and family. Our sincere sympathy to you in the loss of Bill. He was a great man and will be sorely missed.

Sincerely Dave and Karen (Finch) Hill

Condolence from Cy & Eleanor Blommaert on December 7th, 2019 1:40 PM

So sorry to hear Bill has passed.
Our condolences to his family.
He will be missed by our Aunt Jenni…they where good company for each other.

Condolence from Valerie Martens on December 7th, 2019 6:34 PM

Paula. So sad to hear about your dad. Our deepest condolences

Steve and Valerie Martens

Condolence from Randy and Vicki Geoffrey on December 7th, 2019 6:51 PM

Dear Paula and family, sorry for loss, he was someone that when you met he left a smile on your face. His last few days with you will leave memories that will last a life time, to be now joined with Lee who he missed so much may it bring you comfort. Sincere sympathy!

Condolence from Margrit & Tino Breuer on December 8th, 2019 6:31 PM

Paula, so very sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Our deepest sympathies
Margrit &Tino Breuer and family

Condolence from Geetie #nd amartin Relou on December 11th, 2019 11:02 PM

Our sincere sympathy to Scott and Kathy and families. He will be truly missed.

Condolence from Glenda Waddell on December 13th, 2019 9:19 PM

Paula
So sorry to hear of your Dads passing.. You have so many memories.. treasure them.. Thinking of you and Scott at this sad time

Glenda Waddell

Condolence from Kim and Dave Newsome on December 15th, 2019 2:09 AM

Dear Scott, Kathy, Paula and Family, Our heartfelt sympathy to you in the loss of your Dad, Grandpa and Great Grandpa. I will remember with fondness the fun and good times we shared growing up on Field Road in Lambeth. That is where our relationship began. Your Dad was a kind and wonderful man. Cherish the love and wonderful memories you shared together. Find comfort knowing he is at peace and with your Mom again. RIP Mr. Thomas. Love Kim, Dave and family ❤️

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