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WILLIS: Dwight of Exeter

February 10, 2022 By Haskett Funeral Homes 23 Condolences

WILLIS: Dwight of Exeter

Suddenly at his home on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 of Exeter at the age of 72.  Dear brother of Kathy Willis of Seaforth. Loved uncle of Ryan Willis of Mitchell.  Dear cousin of Barb and Stan Alkemade of Arva, and Cam and Maryann Holland of Seaforth. Missed by his four legged friend Chelsea. Predeceased by his parents Marjorie and Phillip Willis, his aunt Helen Holland, his uncle Jack MacKenzie, and cousin Jim Holland. 

Cremation has taken place. Haskett Funeral Home, EXETER entrusted with arrangements.

Donations to the CMHA (Schizophrenia Research), Diabetes Canada, or Operation Smile Canada would be appreciated by the family. 

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  1. Marlene & Dave de Vries

    February 23, 2022 at 6:24 AM

    Dear Kathy & Ryan,
    Our deepest sympathy to you.,on the loss of a brother and uncle. Take Care.
    Marlene & Dave.

  2. Linda

    February 18, 2022 at 11:15 AM

    My condolences to the family, friends.
    I had the pleasure of working with Dwight during my years at WOTCH then CMHA.
    Dwight sure had a long standing history while at our agency.
    It was a pleasure to have known Dwight.
    Dwight sure will be missed out in the community on his walks with his smile and sharing of little bits of information he would share.
    You will be missed Dwight.
    My deepest sympathy.

  3. Mark McLlwain

    February 14, 2022 at 1:37 PM

    We will miss the wave’s and hello’s from Dwight on his walks in Exeter
    My condolences to Dwight’s family

  4. Craig H

    February 13, 2022 at 10:14 PM

    Had the pleasure to know Dwight, always stimulating conversation, a true gentleman
    Sorry for your loss

  5. Lisa Steffler

    February 13, 2022 at 4:14 PM

    Dwight was a joy to see almost every day at Foodland. I will miss miss him.

  6. Carolanne Doig

    February 13, 2022 at 12:04 PM

    To all of Dwight’s extended family and friends my sympathy. Although I have not seen Dwight for years I remember him well from hockey games at the Seaforth arena in years gone by.

  7. Betty Glew

    February 12, 2022 at 9:31 PM

    Kathy and Ryan i am so sorry to hear of Dwights passing i know you will miss him so very much Kathy your daily chats and him looking forward to the meals you brought him. He is at peace now and rests with the Lord sending my love and prayers Rest in peace Dwight <3

  8. Louise Stonehouse

    February 12, 2022 at 6:08 PM

    My condolences to Dwightโ€™s family and associates. I knew Dwight through CMHA as a shuttle bus driver seeing him home for a number of years. We used to have good talks along the way. Also running into him at the grocery store and post office. I will miss seeing him around.

  9. Glenda

    February 12, 2022 at 2:01 PM

    So sorry to hear of Dwightโ€™s passing. I will miss seeing him around town. Rest In Peace Dwight โค๏ธ

  10. ROBERT DAWE

    February 11, 2022 at 9:03 PM

    Rest In Peace , I will miss seeing you on your treks through Exeter. My Condolences to all family and friends .

  11. Ken & Deb Janmaat

    February 11, 2022 at 3:52 PM

    Cathy & Ryan Barb & Cam

    Sending our condolences to the Willis and Holland family. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
    Ken and Deb Janmaat

  12. Maureen Flanagan

    February 11, 2022 at 10:51 AM

    Dear Kathy and Ryan
    My sympathy to you both on the loss of your brother Dwight..Thinking of you both.

  13. Pat Koehler

    February 11, 2022 at 9:42 AM

    My deepest sympathy Cathy and Ryan. Sending love and a huge hug to you both.

  14. Joanne Holland

    February 11, 2022 at 8:21 AM

    Kathy and Ryan,
    I am so sorry for the loss of your brother and uncle Dwight. Cherish all your happy memories.

  15. Lindsay

    February 11, 2022 at 8:03 AM

    Dear Kathy and Ryan,
    Dwight will be so very missed by his CMHA community! We enjoyed his daily phone calls, his smile, laughs and stories each day! Dwight was respected and carried so much history with him and his journey! We are very sorry for you loss! Sending much love at this time! We miss him so much already

  16. Peter McFalls

    February 11, 2022 at 7:54 AM

    Sorry to hear that Dwight has passed away. Whenever I spoke with him he was very friendly. He especially liked to watch lawn bowling in the summer and said he did that in Seaforth in his younger day as well. He always had a smile.

    Peter McFalls

  17. Evelyn Vincent

    February 11, 2022 at 7:30 AM

    Dwight was always a delight. Loved meeting him on the streets in Exeter while he was out for a walk. He will be missed

  18. Cathy and Kevan Broome

    February 10, 2022 at 10:36 PM

    So sorry to hear of your loss.

  19. Cheryl Talbot

    February 10, 2022 at 10:17 PM

    Sorry to hear about Dwight we went to school together .My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest In Peace Dwight.

  20. Luann Keelan

    February 10, 2022 at 6:59 PM

    My condolences to Dwight’s family. I delivered to him from Guardian Drug Store and chatted with him and also saw him walking everywhere.

  21. nancy mason

    February 10, 2022 at 6:27 PM

    So sorry to hear this. You will be missed at exeter cleaning centre every day. Thank you Dwight for getting the mail every day. Miss you already. ๐Ÿค—

  22. Mary Longstaff

    February 10, 2022 at 5:40 PM

    Dear Cathy and Ryan.
    We would like to extend our condolences to you. Its a hard time to lose a brother or any family.
    Our prayers are with you.
    Mary Longstaffand family.

  23. Wendi Schwindt

    February 10, 2022 at 5:35 PM

    Dwight was one of my favourite customers at the bank…such a gentle soul

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