It is with profound sadness that his family announces the sudden passing of Leonard Michael Veri, March 1, 2013, while on vacation in Japan, in his 76th year. Beloved husband and best friend of Noel Veri for 54 years. Dear father of Jim Veri and Carla Findlay-Desrochers of London, Michele and Ray Horlings of Bradford and Michael and Lynn Veri of Exeter. Dear grandfather of Ashley and Myron Veri; Tyler and Ryan Horlings; Joel and Kyle Veri and step-grandfather of Bradley and Blake Desrochers. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Don Veri, Frank and Anne Veri and Victor Veri all of Hamilton, Kathy and Eric Raab of Grimsby; Sharon and Doug Shepherd of Ingersoll and Kelly and Gary McNichol of Winthrop. Predeceased by his brother Albert Veri and sister-in-law Louise Veri.
Len was a voice of confidence and reason and always had a way of making you feel good about yourself when speaking with you. He was a man with a huge personality and a prominent business figure and played an integral role in shaping the town of Exeter. He was the president of Exeter Produce and Veri Hydroponics for nearly 55 years and various other companies over the years.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main) on Tuesday 1-4 and 7-9 PM. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 69219 Bronson Line, South Huron (Mount Carmel) on Wednesday, March 13th at 11 AM with Father Graham Keep celebrant. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, MS Society or the South Huron Hospital would be appreciated by the family.
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).
Ray, Michele, Tyler, Ryan Horlings
Today my dad would’ve been 76 years old. May you golf your perfect game today. Dad, there isn’t a day that we don’t think of you and miss you greatly. Because we didn’t have the luxury of seeing you everyday, doesn’t mean we grieve less, in fact we grieve more for the time we didn’t have together. I thank you dad for who you were and what you helped us to become. The last goodbye is the hardest to say. Happy Birthday Dad!! We Miss You!! All our love to you for always and forever. XXOO God Bless!!!
Your family Ray, Michele,Tyler and Ryan Horlings.
Bradford, Ontario.
Ozzie and Kelly Puello
We were heartbroken to hear of Len’s passing. We will treasure our memories of golfing and New Years eve stone crabs.. Len was truly a man who lived his life to the fullest! Our hearts go out to you Noel and your family. He will be missed.
Oscar and Lisa Pugh
Noel, Jim, Michael, Michele and family,
Our deepest heartfelt sympathies go out to you all. We are so deeply saddened by the sudden passing of our wonderful friend. I remember coming to Exeter for the first time and meeting Len it was as if we had known him all our life. Len had that effect on so many people and resulted in a long wonderful history of friendship that we will always treasure. We were honored to call him our FRIEND.
Cathy Giles
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Len was a terrific person and a great boss to have while I worked at Exeter Produce in Bradford, he will be missed and respected by many.
Ken and Lois Ottewell
To Noel and all the family,
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Len. We first knew you when you lived across from us on Huron St., later in business, and of course, when Jim and Michelle and Michael were students and in our classes.You will all miss Len so much and we offer deepest condolences, love, and prayers.
With sincere sympathy,
Ken and Lois Ottewell,
St. Ives, B.C.
Jamie Lee Boland
Dear Veri family,
I am saddened by your loss of such a kind person, keen business man and happy personality in Len. I worked for him at Veri Hydroponics and have good memories of him, he was always respected, well-liked and I thought highly of him. It was a pleasure to know Len, he will be missed. My condolences to your family at this time.
Warm Regards,
Jamie Lee Boland
Judy Pitt
Noel and Family:
Sorry to hear about Len. Ron and I were actually talking about him and the turnip business of years ago just a couple of days before we heard of his sudden death.
I know he will be missed and our thoughts go out to you at this time.
Judy Pitt
Janet & Bob Hoade
Noel, We were shocked & saddened to hear of Len’s passing. We enjoyed the few times we were able to spend with you & Len. Bob will remember their many golf games with the Good Timers. We send our love to you and your family.
Ray and Judy Mills
Noel and family,
Please accept our very deepest sympathy and compassion and this time. It has been a very harrowing experience that you have had to face along with your grief. Unless one has had to experience something like that, no one knows what you have been through. But your community, friends and relatives have all been thinking of you and praying for you and will continue to do the same in the next days, weeks and months.
There is very little left to be said about Len that has not already been said, by Michelle’s wonderful tribute to her father and friend, by Jim’s eulogy and by Bruce’s euology. He was a great, great, special person and will always stand out in our minds as a wonderful role model. It was an honour to have known him.
Ray and Judy Mills
Tom Hartai
To the Veri family:
On behalf of my family, please accept our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
My folks came to Exeter to begin our family business almost 30 years ago. They were tenants of Len’s. For my father to say what a great person and very fair and successful business man someone else is..is huge. A great compliment to Len.
Find strength in knowing that so many people in our great community thought the world of Len. He will be missed by so many.
Tom and Nancy Hartai and family
Joyce Dobson and family
Noel and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss, we have had many fine memories together over the years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, in this time of sorrow.
Ernie & Dianne Ahrens
To the Veri Family: So sorry for your loss, please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad & difficult time.Hold on to the wonderful memories. Deepest sympathy to all.Ernie so enjoyed
golfing with Len.
Hugs to all Ernie & Dianne Ahrens.
Carolyn Hurd ( Eddington's)
“Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow
may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.”
I’ll remember his wonderfully rich voice and laughter. My thoughts and prayers to the Veri family
Cheryl Warden (McCarter)
Sorry for your loss, thinking of all of you.. Just know that the memories live on in all of you.
Cheryl & Ernie Warden
Jackie & Jim Rowe
Noel and Family,
It was with great sadness to hear the news of Len’s passing. Len was engaging with a dynamic personality. He was a legend…and legends never die (he will live always in your heart).
Your are in prayers during this difficult time.
Sr.Gabriella (Lorna) Strader
I will truly miss Mr. Veri and God blessed the world with his presence. He was so generous, kind and helpful to my parents and I when he owned Riverview Estates. ‘My prayers are with you and a Mass will be celebrated for for him and your intentions.
Kandice Austin
I’m so sorry for you’re loss Noel and you’re family .My dad ( Ross Dobson) would have wanted to give his condolences.Your family has been apart of my mom and dads past and I remember many stories that my mom and dad shared with us .Again I’m understanding your pain and perhaps my dad and Len are sharing old times right know.
Peter Fragiskatos
I want to extend my deepest sympathies to Noel and the Veri family. Len was a family friend whose professional success did not prevent him from being a kind and generous person. His example deserves reflection and he will be missed.
David & Tracy Raab
Noel & family,
We are so very sorry to hear of Len’s passing. Just wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Carla Revington
Dear Lynn, MIke and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your Dad’s sudden passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very sad time.
Paul& Patty Dougherty
Dear , Noel, Jim , Michael and Michele,
Words fail me at this time at the passing of your ideal Husband, Father and Grandfather .
I look back throughout my life , and have always respected this larger than life individual that so many came to know so very well.
Someone once said that the true love and friendship of one’s father is something that each of us hope to have all of our lives , and that is something you where truly blessed in receiving in your lives.
It shows in each of your smiling faces and the bright happy, healthy look in your children …..Len’s true love…his Grandchildren.
You are such a strong and loving Family and through GOD”s grace and true love , you will find peace.
Patty and I send you our love, thoughts and prayers ….today, and for your many , many tomorrows.
GOD bless the entire Veri Family
Respectfully,
Paul and Patty Dougherty
Love and Peace to each of you.
Respectfully,
Paul and Patty Dougherty
Denis and Gail Lillee
Noel and Family:
It is with deepest and profound sympathy for your great loss.
Thought go back to a young, ambitious and caring Len.
He most certainly left a wonderful legacy in business, the outpouring of condolences from friends but most importantly the love and devotion of his family. God Bless you all.
Mike & Joan Aarts
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Veri Family.
Thank you Len for your confidence, guidance, trust and the slip away early from work Monday afternoon golf games.
Dan Heywood
To the entire Veri family. My sincere condolences for Lens passing.He was a big part of this community and he will be missed.I hope the great memories will replace the sadness in your hearts. Dan
Barry and Nancy Mills
To the Veri family our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficault time.
Rob & Michelle Arcese
We are very sorry to hear of Lens passing, our heartfelt condolences to the entire family at this very difficult time.
Jerry, Marie, Mike and Jeff Mezenberg and Families
We are very sorry to hear of Len’s passing. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Veri family and friends.
Gary and Jane MacLean
We are very saddened to here of Len’s sudden passing. I often recall and use a piece of business advice Len shared with me as a very young business person.
We offer our sincere condolences to the entire Veri family
Gary and Jane Maclean
Ray and Betsy Keenan, Souris PEI
Our sincerest sympathy to you Jim and your family at this difficult time – treasure the Special memories of your Dad.We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Ray and Betsy Keenan
Souris P.E.I.
George and Lee Marucci
Sorry to hear about Len.
Jenni and Josh DeBlock Kreller
Mike, Lynn, Joel, Kyle and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Len’s sudden passing and send our love and sincere sympathies to your entire family during this time. Thinking of you!
Tom&Carol Arthur
Noel and Family:
Our sincere sympathy is extended to all of you at this difficult time. Tom has many fond memories of Len throughout the years and in particular his love of sauerkraut.
We have been thinking about you from Florida.
Tom and Carol
Randy and Lynda (Hillman) Rapley
We were saddened at the news of Lens passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Bill Taylor
Jim
From our days in the pool hall in the early 70s to the present
I always heard good things about your dad. Be proud of your dad.
Big Will
Brian Sheila Brooks
We were saddened at the news of Lens passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Tom & Linda Taylor
Gone from your sight but not from your hearts. Our condolences
To the Veri family. Tom & Linda
Greg Graham ( EDDINGTON'S)
Noel,Mike,Lynne,Michelle and family
So sorry to hear of your loss
my thoughts and prayers are with you all
at this difficult time.
Those that have gone before us cannot stop
the unrest of those yet to follow.
Greg Graham
Michelle Moore-Pfile
Noel, it was such a shock to hear of Len’s sudden passing. My thoughts are with you and of course your whole family. Please if there is anything I can do to help in the next few days or ever…just let me know.
Take care of yourself at this sad and difficult time.
Diane Tieman
Dear Noel, Jim, Michelle, Mike & families, I am so saddened to hear of Len’s passing. He was a true gift to us all, and I feel priviledged to have known him and his family. Len was by all means a giver and has left us all with wonderful memories. Heaven has truly gained a new angel. Rest in Peace Len.
Joe & Diane Kaak
our sympathy in the loss of your loved one,
keeping you in our prayers.
Joe & Diane Kaak
arlene and scott thomson
our deepest sympathy is extended to your at the sad time
Gary Arsenault
Jim and Mike,
I am so sorry about your father’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Glenn and Missy Pfaff
Mike, Lynn and family,
Our deepest sympathy to your family on the passing of your Dad. It has been a long time, but many memories have flooded back to us when we heard the sad news. Please know that we are thinking of you.
Randy Dougherty
So sorry to here of Len’s passing as he did so much for so many he will be truly missed.Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Tony& Fran Relouw
We are sorry to hear of Len’s sudden passing and send our sincere condolences to all his family.
Barb and Bob Lippmann
Noel, Michael, Michele and Jim,
We are deeply saddened that our friend is no long with us. We’ve shared so many good times and have those great times to remember. As I told my Michael tonight, he reminded me of the weekend that we spent with you guys – how he became an honorary Veri cousin selling corn on the corner! and how Len let him in Excaliper! And how can I forget my first tour of the McDonald’s french fry patch! See… already smiles on our faces. Wish we could be with you to give a hug and hold a hand, We’ll be with you in spirit. Our Love to you, Dear Friend.
Wayne, Sou and Mae Ling Chong
Noel and family,
On behalf of my parents, Wayne and Sou, our thoughts are with you during this very sad time.
My parents speak of Len often, and they always have a smile when they are telling me the latest wisdom that he’s shared with them. They will miss Len and will always cherish his friendship.
Wayne, Sou and Mae Ling Chong
Jim & Maureen Denomme
Mike, Lynn and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear the sad news of the sudden passing of your dear Father and Grandfather. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of sorrow. Hold on to the fond memories, they will be forever in your hearts and never forgotten.
Maureen and Jim
Peter Hrudka
Dear Mike, Lynn, Joel, Kyle and family,
Lorrie & I were shocked and saddened to hear of Len’s passing. I lost my father at the same age, and just as suddenly, so I know exactly the confused emotions running through you at this painful time. Take comfort in knowing that Len lived a most interesting and satisfying life, and that in the end he was spared any long-term suffering. Our hearts are hurting with you.
Jon Dinney & Rae Ann Ladouceur
Len always greeted you with his very special smile. In conversattion he could always learn something from you and you from him. He was truly a unique individual who knew how appreciate what the world had to offer and living life to the fullness. He will be truly missed by us as well as so many other friends and acquaintances. Our thoughts go out to the family in these tough times .
Leonard Marucci
I have just finished reading Michele’s tome to her father and I am still wiping the tears from my eyes. It was a tremendous tribute. Len’s passing is hard to take and to Noel, James, Michael and Michele and their kidsI am terribly sorry for your loss.
Jason Coolman
On behalf of me, Jill, Sydney Brock & Quinn I extend my condolences for the sudden and trajic loss of Len. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Veri family at this very difficult time.
Lorne and Linda Morley
Mike and Lynn and family
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing-Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and the Rest of your Family at this very sad time!
Lorne and Linda Morley
Leon and Helen Coolman
No words can express how sad we are that Len has passed. We know that he was a great husband, father, grandfather and business man in Exeter. He will be missed by many. We can only pray that your memories will keep you all going at this sad time. He will never be forgotten. His handshakes and hugs will be missed. Our thoughts are with you all.
Pamela Draper and Jeff DeBlock
To the Veri Family,
Our heart goes out to your family during this difficult time – you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Michele Horlings
A Dad gives you love, unconditionally. A Dad nourishes you and is the one you can pour your heart out to. A Dad is gentle, but not weak, strong, but not harsh. Sometimes he is you best friend and sometimes he’s your boss. But one thing for certain, he will always be your DAD.
When I look out to everyone today, I am overwhelmed, but not surprised by the out pour of love and support given to our family during this most difficult time.
What does one say about a man who has touched so many people in so many memorable ways? A Man who has been the foundation of our family and the pillar of strength, and wisdom for all the times we needed to confide in him or have a shoulder to lean on.
My Dad was an amazing, selfless husband, father and grandfather. He instilled in us the value of “your word” and a firm handshake. The value of hard work first and play after. The value of the truth and working together and being there when a friend or family needed him. The value of a warm hello and a loving hug. And especially the value of Family and of saying 3 simple but powerful words, “I LOVE YOU”.
I found it very difficult to condense into words everything my Dad was to me, our family and friends. I had written pages, as the list was endless. But I feel in my heart that “VERI FINE” just says it all!
Being far from home and my family, I quickly realized the importance of making the time to visit my mom and dad, travel with them, prepare and enjoy a homemade meal together. Whatever it was, to make it a great visit filled with conversation, jokes, golf and laughter.
I will always look back to this past summer and smile when Dad and I were on the phone in our won kitchens comparing techniques and spices used when making our fresh tomato sauce. And the time Dad quickly showed me the fine art of roasting peppers just to refresh my memory. I especially will always treasure this past Christmas dinner at our home shared with mom and dad. So much love was around our table that you couldn’t have asked for a better gift.
To Mom, Jim, Mike, Ray, my sisters and all our children, I believe even though we are overcome by such tremendous grief and heartache, I know we will be ok. I believe Dad will be with us always in our hearts and our memories. It may seem so difficult now to remember his voice, laugh, his cologne, his impeccable sense of style in everything he did, or his sneezes that would raise the roof. But I know in time, as we heal and our pain lessens, all those memories will be vivid again and we will smile again. And I know I in my heart that Dad will always be watching over us and keep us safe as he always has. Look at your children, he’s in each and every one of them. I see Dad’s beautiful, bright, blue, Italian eyes in our son Tyler, and I see Dad’s endearing, warm smile in our son Ryan. For that I am forever Blessed and grateful.
So today we say Good bye to my Dad, a man that was so deeply loved, admired and cherished by his family. To my Dad, a man that I was so proud of and whom I boasted about. To my Dad, a Daughter’s first Love, and a Son’s first Hero.
In closing I would like everyone to remember this one thing: LOVE the people GOD gave you because He will need them back one day.
GOD BLESS!
Dad-you will be forever in my heart xoxo Michele
Mike and Janet Viinyard
Noel and family, although we knew Len for all too short a time, we will miss him greatly. He befriended us with the same openness he did so many. We enjoyed our many golf games and evenings at dinner watching him approach a plate of food, usually Italian, with such gusto. May you and your family sustain his memory as will we.
Sueanne Adkins
Dear Noel, Jim, Michelle, Mike and families I was very sad to hear of Len’s passing. Treasure the wonderful memories and fun times as a family. My prayers are with you at this time.
Jim Dean
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very trying time in your life Len cared about his family very much, the town of Exeter will never be the same
Frankie and John Breslin
Noel and Family,
We were deeply saddened to hear about Len. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
From Florida friends,
John and Frankie Breslin
Joan Kells
Noel, Jim, Mike, Michele and your families,
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to all of you on the loss of a great husband, father, grandfather & friend. Len will be remembered by everyone whoever met him. We will all miss him.
Glenn, Joan, Don & Doug Kells
Frank & Allie Wiechec
Still can’t believe it. A good friend and confidant for 40+ years. Noel and Len brought us to Puerto Rico and many other places where we enjoyed their company, We watched their children grow and marry. Still can’t believe it. Our hearts and sympathies go out to the remaining family during this time of sadness…..with our love, F & A
Margaret Brintnell
I extend my sincere sympathy to Noel and all the family at this
sad time. We all knew Len as a very friendly person and a smart
man. The community will miss him.
Ron,Veronica, Crystal, Holly & Victoria Habenschuss
Our deepest sympathies to you Noel, and your family. May you comforted with all the love and memories you have together as a family.
To Uncle Ray, Aunt Michele, Tyler and Ryan, we are so sorry to hear about the passing of you dad and grandpa. We are praying for you and your family every day and we love you very much. We want to send you big hugs and kisses, just like you give us everytime we see you. We love you, and miss you. Love from your nieces Crystal, Holly and Victoria xoxo
Dave & Linda Brown
We are so sorry for your great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Veri family at this time.
james and joan briggs
we give you our condolence our prayers are with you all we will also miss him and will look forward to meeting him in the next life ,where I am sure he will be waiting for us
Scott MacPherson
Noel and family, very sad to hear of Len’s passing. My condolences to you and the entire family. It was a pleasure to work with everyone at Good Times.
Our sincere thoughts are with you
Scott and Yvon
Phyllis and Doug Johnson
Noel, Jim, Michelle, Michael and Families;
We were saddened to learn of Len’s sudden passing. His great personality and friendly smile will be missed not only in Exeter but to those he met on his travels, and friends from the past.
At this difficult time, you will rely on wonderful warm memories to sustain you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Doug and Phyllis Johnson
Gananoque
Debbie Beintema
Michelle & Ray
We are so very sorry for your loss. We send our deepest sympathy to you and your familys.
Henry & Debbie Beintema
Bradford, Ontario
David Chantler, Larry Popadynec and Debbie Beintema
Our deepest sympathy to the Veri Family at this time of sorrow.
David, Larry and myself worked at Exeter Produce around 2003-2004. RIP Len.
Lillus and Fred Lewis
Mike,Lynn and the Veri family.
We were saddened to hear of Len’s death. Len was a friendly and
out going person and will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Tom Raymond
Dear Noel, Mike, Michele, and Jim
My sincere condolences on your loss. I have many fond memories spending time at the house as a teenager, and working for Len during the summer back then. He will surely be missed by many.
Rose Glavin
I am saddened to hear of Len’s passing. He was a good man and employer. He was the man who gave me my first shot in the “real working world” after college for which I was always grateful. My sympathies to the Veri family at this very sad time in your lives.
Rose Glavin
John & Mary Allen
Mrs. Noel Veri, Mike, Lynn, Joel, Kyle & all Veri Family members,
Very saddened to hear of your loss with Mr. Veri’s recent passing. Hope you can take comfort in a life well lived with the blessing of a loving family and great local community.
We echo what you have been hearing constantly since Mr. Veri’s passing in that you are in our though and prayers at this sad difficult time.
God Bless, John & Mary Allen & Family.
Rose &Keith Brittain
Our deepest sympathy goes to the Veri family – know that you are in our thoughts and prayers we are sure he will never be forgotten.
God Bless!
Earl and Kathryn Keller and Family
Noel and Family
We were so sorry to hear of Len’s passing. We have many wonderful memories. He will be missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Al & Carol Gledhill
Al &I extend our Deepest Sympathy to Noel and all her family. We enjoyed our many business dealings with Len over the years. He will be missed by his many friends and business associates.
Marlene and Ross Mathers
To the Veri Family: Our sincere sympathy in the loss of a dear husband, father and grandfather. Our thoughts are with you at this very said time.
Geraldine, Robert and Rebecca Orr
It saddens us to hear about Lens passing, we send our deepest and most sincerest condolences to the Veri family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike Klackle
I was so very sorry to hear of Len’s passing this morning. Len was a true class act, a mentor to me in my early days in the industry. My deepest heartfelt condolences.
Gus and Joanne Bondi
We are so sorry for your loss, please accept our deepest condolences on behalf of Gus and Joanne Bondi and family.
Our prayers are with you.
Gus and Joanne Bondi
Bondi Produce
Jerry and Alice MacLean
So sorry and shocked to hear of Len’s passing!
Len was a very interesting man to visit with,and those chats will be missed.You said it well in the obit…”huge personality and a prominent business man”. Len will be truly missed.
God Blessings to each of you.
Tamara Stokes
Jim my deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God be at you side during this time.
Eric & Helen Kints & Family
Dear Noel & Family
On behalf of the Kints family we want you to know we are thinking of all of you at this very sad time. We will treasure the memories of Len and your entire family over the years. Len was a great man who will be missed by many including ourselves. Our thoughts are with you from Florida.
Martin & Lia Vandenberk
Our condolences goes out to the Veri,s Families .
Martin & Lia Vandenberk Lake Wales, Fl.
Bob & Judy Stuckless
Our thoughts are with all of you at this sad time. Thinking of you all.
Doug and Cathy Ellison
Our deepest sympathy to the family – Len’s warm friendly smile will be missed by everyone in this community.
Eva Marucci Schwab
I was very sad to hear of our cousin Len’s sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Noel and family at this very difficult time.
Eva Maucci Schwab and family
Whistler, B.C.
Denise, Philip, Jennifer, and Nick Gerson
We, too, are heartbroken by the loss of a wonderful husband and father and our dear friend, always so full of life and love. Gone too soon.
Dean and Joanne McKnight
Michael and Lynn- so sorry to hear of your Dads passing away. He did alot for Exeter area in so many ways- a great guy to know. Give our sympathy to your Mom and family.Our prayers are with you all. Dean and Joanne
Bill and Donna Perry
To the Veri family So sorry for our loss keep your memories close. With Deepest Sympathy.
Bill and Donna
Steven Wiechec
My deepest thoughts, prayers and condolences to the entire Veri family. I am very sorry for your loss.
Jim & Betty DeBlock
Mike,Lynn,Joel,Kyle & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Lens’ sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
Mike and Moe Hagarty & family
Noel, Jim, Michele, and Michael,
We are so very sorry to hear this sad news. Please accept the sympathy of the entire Hagarty family. Len was a larger than life character, and a very good friend to our father Ted. Invariably smiling, and genuinely interested in each person he met, we will remember him with great affection.
Andrea & Craig Alexander and Family
Noel, Jim, Michele, Mike & families
Please know we share in your sadness of losing someone so close to you. Len was an amazing man who really did so much for our wonderful little community of Exeter which we are lucky to call “home”. The love and support given from your family and friends really will help you get through the next while. Cherish your memories and one another.
~Craig, Andrea, Garrett, Luke Alexander~
~ Wayne & Nancy Pearce~
Donald J Veri and Friend Melba Mailett (nee) King
Noel and family, so very sad to hear this news.
May he rest in Peace in Gods care.
Not only a Loving brother but also a wonderful friend.
My thiughts and prayers are with you all.
Dale Wiper
Mike and Jim…I am sorry to hear about Len’s passing…My thoughts go out to you and your families..
Larry & Sharon Gibson & family & Percy Knee
So sorry to hear of Leonard’s sudden passing you are all in our thoughts and prayers
Darren Stevenson
So sorry to hear about Len’s passing. I worked with him for many years and always found him to be a fair man. My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Steven Weinstein
Jim, my sincere condolences to you and your family. Just a short brief afternoon playing golf with you and your Dad was all that was needed to summize your family’s integrity. Len was a fine patriarch and true gentleman, and no doubt, an outstanding rolemodel. Myself, also a third generation produce family member, knows one sure thing, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.
God Bless,
Steven
Greg & Dianne Revington
We are sorry to hear of Len’s passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Burkhard, Simone and Famliy
Noel, Mike and Lynn,
so sorry to hear about Len’s sudden passing. Our hearts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
The silver Lion has moved on to different hunting grounds and will be sadly missed.
Jim & Karolyn Lind
Noel & family, although we knew Len for only a couple of years through our “GOODTIMERS” golf in Florida, we felt as if we’ve known you formany years. We are deeply saddened by Len’s passing and thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, we shall miss him.
Kelly Livingstone
Noel, Jim, Mike, Michele and Families,
I am very sorry to hear of Len’s passing. I have wonderful childhood memories of being with your family. May your memories of this wonderful man sustain you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kelly
Ken and Kim Pinder
Noel and Family
So very sorry to hear of Len’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Ben and Barb Dietrich
Mike, Lynn and family – we were so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of your dad. He will be greatly missed by many. Our deepest sympathies to all. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gib & Jennifer Dow
Our heartfelt condolences go out to to the entire Veri family. You lost a great man who will be dearly missed both as a friend of our family and a friend of Ironwood Golf Club.
Barry and Pat (Veri) Milner-Guelph
Noel and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We share in your loss. It is always difficult to understand why God takes the very best first. We have good memories of when we were younger of Len.
Derwyn, Liz, Ben and Jordan Hodgins
Mike, Lynn, Joel and Kyle
We are so sorry to hear of Len’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
cheryl,joey,donald veri
aunt noel and families
thinking of you at this time with deepest sympathy in loss of uncle len.our prayers are with you.
Jeff and Carla Aarts
to the Veri family. Sorry to hear of such sad news in the passing of your husband, father, and grandfather. Our thoughts are with you.
Jodi Berg (McBride)
My sympathies to Noel and the family. He was a good man and I learned a lot from him while working in the strawberry , potatoe and pepper fields. Many good memories from the Flower Pedlar too. The Veri family has done a great deal for this community. He will be missed.
Irvin and Sandra Ford
Our Deepest sympathies to the entire Veri Family, Len will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with you
Irv and Sandy from PVR Mex
Nell McCann and Family
Mike, Lynn, Joel & Kyle and family
We are so sorry of your loss of a father and grandfather. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Belling Family
Dear Noel, Jim, Michele, Mike and families. On behalf of the Belling family we just want you to know we are thinking of all of you at this very sad time. We have wonderful memories of Len and your entire family over the years. Len was a great man and will be missed by many including ourselves.
Catherine Swance
Noel, My heart felt prayers are with you, and your family.
Catherine and Roger
Michael Higgins
Jim, Mike and Family,
Sorry for your loss, your dad was a great man and did so much for the town of Exeter, He is a TOWN HERO.
R.I.P. LEN
Mike Higgins and family.
Scott & Denise Batten
We are very saddened to hear of your loss. Thinking of you at this time of sorrow.
Bill and Linda Steele
Bill and I were so sorry to hear of Len’s passing so suddenly.
He was a dear friend and we loved him very much.
We will miss him.
Our love to Noel, Jim, Mike Michelle and family
Bill and Lindy Steele
Dave and Susan Moore
Noel and family: We were shocked and saddened to hear of Len’s death and so far away from home. We know you will be given the strength to get through all this. Know that we will be holding you all in our thoughts and prayers. Len was always a good friend and neighbour as well as business associate to us and we will miss him too.
Mike & Deb Hunter
Our sympathies to the entire Veri family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To Noel, Jim, Michele, Mike and families.
Sorry to learn of Len’s passing. He was a hard worker, who would not ask anyone to do anything he would not. He was a great business man who was not afraid to take an opportuntiy to promote his company. He brought many individuals to South Huron to enrich our culture. He will be missed.
Sue and Joe Torpey
Joe and I were so so so sorry to hear of Len passing. From the first time we met him, we loved him. Noel, you my dear were the best wife and he loved you so much. I pray that God fills you with comfort and peace and know that LOVE never dies…..Len will live on in our hearts forever……love and hugs,
Paul and Beth Anstett and family
So sorry to hear about Len’s passing. Our condolences to you and your family. He was a wonderful man.
Cathy Fuller
There are no words that I can express at this time to ease the sorrow you will be feeling.
Please remember that he had a wonderful life and has left behind him and amazing legacy. Wife, children, grandchildren, business.
He has touched many lives and through all of you will continue to do so.
My deepest condolences. If I can do anything for you at all, please do not hesitate to let me know.
Cathy
Bill & Janice Brock
So sorry to hear of Len’s sudden passing. He was such a huge personality with a heart just as big. He will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Our thoughts are with Noel and the entire family. Memories to cherish forever.
Daryll and Sandy Keller
Noel and Family, please accept our sympathy with the passing of Len. It was such a shock to hear the news. He always had an ear to listen when we met and I enjoyed the chats we had. My father always had alot of respect for Len over the years and as Sandy and I found he earned.
Exeter has lost one of its best.
Yvon and Mickie Laurin
Noel, we were shocked to hear of Len’s passing. What a great man he was and will be so missed. Yvon enjoyed the times golfing with Len and we were pleased the four of us shared a nice chat this past summer.
We pray that God will bless you and your family with His peace and that you will find comfort from all the memories you made together…… Yvon & Mickie
Liz Campbell & Ron Kennedy
Noel, Jim,Mike,Michele and families
I am so sorry for your loss, you just never know when God needs another angel and he must of needed Len to be there. Just know he will be with you forever and will walk with you each and every day. Our deepest sympathy is extended to you all. Thinking of you.
Liz & Ron
Cindy,Gerry and Jerret Beaver
I am so sorry for your loss. Len was a very friendly warm and caring man. I will miss his visits to the greenhouse. I am very proud to have known him and have worked for him for 11 years.
Beth Bylsma
So sorry to heard out the loss of Len. He was a wonderful, welcoming and very friendly man. May all of you find peace in the memories you all have.
Nancy McKenzie
Noel , Jim, Mike and Michelle So sorry for your loss Len was a great man and he gave me my first job. I will always remember him.as a very kind and caring person
Doug & Betty Lynn Eckel and family
Mike & Lynn – our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family at this very sad time. Cherish all the wonderful memories you have of your Dad and hold them close. You now have another angel to watch over you.
Bev & Isa Rabbets
Noel and family
So sorry to hear of Len’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be missed by many. We are glad that we had the chance to know him over the years. We have great memories.
Bev & Isa
Jeff, Sue & Jake Johnson
A great man who will be truely missed.
With the utmost respect, please except our sincere condolences in this most difficult of times.
Rest in Peace Len.
May peace and light surround you and your family.
Elaine Ford
Noel and Family; Thinking of you at this time; with deepest sympathy in your loss. May your many family memories keep you strong. Elaine Ford and family
Paul and Betty Cronyn
Please accept our deepest sympathy at this sad time.
“Dear Lord, bless this man who comes to you this day, give him
peace in his heart and guide him forever”.
Bob Dick and Family
We are deeply saddened to hear of Len’s passing. Our deepest sympathies go out to the Veri Family and the Exeter Produce Family. We have enjoyed the business relationship we have had over the past 25 years and we know that there are real people behind that business. Thanks to Len for the opportunity that he gave me as a young entrepreneur. That opportunity will never be forgotten and is valued highly. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who will miss Len.
Mel & Kathy Winger
So sorry for your loss . We are thinking of you all at this sad time .
Brad, Lori, Marley, Jenalyn and Matt
So sorry to hear of Len’s passing. I met Len when I first came to work in Exeter – and he’s someone I won’t forget. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Nina Knee and Family
Mike, Lynn, Joel, Kyle and Family
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are will you at this time of sorrow.
Phyllis & Ed Mair and family
Noel and family, so very sad to hear this news. Our prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Lots of fun memories of Leonard.
Lois & Irv. Armstrong
To Noel and family. We are sorry to hear of Lens death.Len did a lot for Exeter and area. He will be missed. Noel we are thinking of you and all the best to you and the family. Lois & Irv.
kathie glover
i am so sorry for your loss, remember his smile and he will always be with you. He may be gone but he will never be forgotten.
Kendra Craig
So sorry to hear of Len’s passing. My sympathies to the entire family. May the many memories ease the sadness at this time.
Frieda Dobson
My thoughts are with all of you. Len was a wonderful man and will be missed by many. It was a pleasure to work for him many years ago.
Sarah Darling
I, as I’m sure the rest of the community was so shocked and saddened to hear about the passing of Len today. He was such a huge personality and public figure in Exeter. I always enjoyed my interactions with Len. My thoughts go out to Noel and her family.