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BRAND: Engelbertus ‘Bert’ of Exeter

July 15, 2021 By Haskett Funeral Homes 36 Condolences

BRAND: Engelbertus ‘Bert’ of Exeter

At the South Huron Hospital, with family by his side, on Thursday, July 15, 2021 of Exeter in his 84th year.  Beloved husband of Renie (Mulder) Brand.  Loving father of Tim and Jess Brand of Hamilton and Jeremy and Jaci Brand of Kirkton.  Proud Opa of Caleb, Nella, and Aleah; and Hart, Shelby, and Hunter. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Corrie and Martin Fischer, Hans and Nancy Brand, Jim and Theresa Brand, Adriaan Brand, Tina Brand, and Willie (Mulder) Amos. Predeceased by Robert Brand, Henk and Betty Brand, Simon and Rennie Brand, William and Florence Mulder, and George Amos.

Visitation will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, EXETER on Monday from 6:30-8:30 PM. The funeral service will be held at the Exeter Christian Reformed Church, 330 Huron Street West, Exeter on Tuesday, July 20, 2021  at 11 AM with Pastor Kevin teBrake officiating.  Interment Exeter Cemetery. Due to Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, each person must RSVP for the visitation and funeral, please click “Register Now” below to register.  If you are unable to attend, the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh.

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

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  1. Tracey Masse

    July 28, 2021 at 5:13 PM

    So sorry to hear of the passing of uncle Bert. Thnking of you all during this hard time.

    Derek and Tracey Masse

  2. Brenda Hern

    July 24, 2021 at 9:14 PM

    Jeremy and Jaci and family -we are sending our condolences – very sorry for your loss. Ivan and Brenda Hern

  3. Ron & Pam Brand

    July 23, 2021 at 8:54 AM

    So sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Bert. May the fond memories help you get through this difficult time. Thinking of you Ron and Pam Brand and Family

  4. John & Ruth Timmermans

    July 21, 2021 at 6:20 PM

    Our condolences to you and your family. Many memories of day past

  5. Shawn and Christine Grainger

    July 21, 2021 at 9:19 AM

    Our deepest Sympathy. Thinking of you all and praying for you during this time.

  6. Peter and Irene Zwart

    July 20, 2021 at 8:52 AM

    Our deepest sympathy to you and your family

  7. Gabbie and Margaret Mol

    July 20, 2021 at 8:34 AM

    Our sincere condolences and sympathy with the passing of Bert

  8. Mike & Leanne Restemayer

    July 20, 2021 at 6:23 AM

    Our deepest sympathies. Thinking of you’s at this time.

  9. Mary Draisey

    July 19, 2021 at 6:03 PM

    Renie, Tim, Jess, Jeremy and Jaci and families
    It is with sad hearts we send our deepest sympathy. Your family has always been very special to Al, Laura and myself.
    Bert and Renie were our first contact when we started coming up to our property 43 years ago then a year later when
    we built our friendship just grew. Remember all the good times and memories you have. May God Bless each of you.
    Mary and Laura

  10. Marg and Bev Tunks

    July 19, 2021 at 5:45 PM

    Dear Renee, Jaci and families
    Thinking of everyone during this sad time. May the memories be with each of you during these days ahead.
    Sincerely, Bev, Marg, Jen, Leanne and Paul Tunks

  11. Mark Heimrich

    July 19, 2021 at 12:26 PM

    Renie & Family;

    Our sincere condolences in the passing of your dear Husband, Father & Opa. It was always a pleasure having Bert as a customer for many years. Cherish your many memories.
    In sympathy,
    Mark & Julie Heimrich & staff at Lifetime Water products.

  12. Donna Perry

    July 19, 2021 at 10:40 AM

    Rennie and family
    so sorry for your loss. I remember all the good times we had at coffee at Tim’s when we were there together.
    I am sure you have lots of wonderful memories to help you through this difficult time.
    With Deepest Sympathy Donna Perry

  13. Howard and Yvonne Hendrick

    July 18, 2021 at 10:44 PM

    Sincere sympathy to Renie, Tim, Jeremy and families on the passing of Bert. Cherish your memories of happier times.

    Howard and Yvonne Hendrick

  14. Howard and Yvonne Hendrick

    July 18, 2021 at 10:41 PM

    Sincere sympathy to Renie, Tim, Jeremy and families in the passing of Bert. Cherish the memories of happier times.

  15. arlene and scott thomson

    July 18, 2021 at 3:34 PM

    Our deepest sympathy to you and your family

  16. Jim Fevery

    July 18, 2021 at 11:23 AM

    Jeremy and the Brand Family
    So sorry to hear of the passing of Bert. May the fond memories help you get through this difficult time. Thinking of you.
    Jim & Leigh-Anne Fevery

  17. Jeremy Becker

    July 18, 2021 at 8:25 AM

    Sincere condolences to Jeremy, Jaci and the Brand family

  18. Nadene Bedell

    July 17, 2021 at 4:12 PM

    Heartfelt condolences on the loss of Bert, Renie and family.

  19. Bill & Wanda Feeney

    July 17, 2021 at 10:18 AM

    To Jeremy and the Brand Family.
    Our condolences to you and your family on the passing of your father.
    Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
    Bill & Wanda Feeney

  20. Margaret Brintnell

    July 17, 2021 at 7:52 AM

    Sending my condolences to you Renie & All of the Brand family.
    Margaret Brintnell

  21. Jeff john Borland

    July 16, 2021 at 10:21 PM

    Sending our condolence to the Brand family.

    The Borland’s

  22. Jim Vellenga

    July 16, 2021 at 8:44 PM

    So sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure to work alongside Bert when I was a Bethel. May God comfort you in this time of grief.

  23. Larry and Faye Skinner

    July 16, 2021 at 4:30 PM

    Dear Renie and family:
    Our sincere sympathy at this time on the death of Bert.
    I have great memories of him as one of my dedicated volunteers when I worked at One Care. Bert was always very social, kind and respectful of the clients he encountered. I always looked forward to a little visit when he came to the office.
    May you cherish the memories you have of him as he will be greatly missed, and know we are thinking of you all at this time.
    Larry and Faye Skinner

  24. Fred and Ann Zwaan

    July 16, 2021 at 4:17 PM

    Our heartfelt condolences to Rennie, Tim, Jeremy and their families, as well as the entire Brand and Mulder family with the passing of Bert. We pray that God will comfort and strengthen you during this sad time .

  25. John & Greta Zwaan

    July 16, 2021 at 3:01 PM

    Dear Renie and family. Greta & I offer our sincere sympathy for your loss of Bert. Our memory of him is of one who loved his Lord and used his gifts for the benefit of His Church, especially as the treasurer of the former Bethel Reformed Church. I (John) also have pleasant memories of our coffee times at Tim Hortons. May during these difficult days the Lord’s sustaining grace strengthen and uphold you and your loved ones.

    In Him,
    John & Greta Zwaan

  26. Evelyn Vincent

    July 16, 2021 at 11:51 AM

    Renie
    Sincere sympathy to you and your family. Bert was a good man

  27. Bob&Ann Oke

    July 16, 2021 at 11:49 AM

    Bob & Ann So sorry for your loss We will miss Bert Take comfort in all the memories Bob & Ann

  28. Lynne & Bert Verriet

    July 16, 2021 at 11:39 AM

    Our deepest sympathies. May you rest in peace

  29. Glen & Marion McElrea

    July 16, 2021 at 10:26 AM

    Deepest sympathy to the Brand family on the loss of Bert.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  30. Anne Martens

    July 16, 2021 at 9:19 AM

    Runnier and family, my deepest sympathy!

  31. Mike and JoAnne Pickering

    July 16, 2021 at 9:13 AM

    Sending our condolence to the Brand family!!

  32. Karen Dickins

    July 16, 2021 at 8:42 AM

    Deepest sympathy.

  33. Doug and Judy Dalrymple

    July 16, 2021 at 7:35 AM

    To Renie and family
    So sorry to hear about Bert.We enjoyed your friendship when we were neighbours.Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

    Doug and Judy

  34. Marilyn Waldeck

    July 15, 2021 at 7:53 PM

    To All of the Brand Family- We are deeply sorry to hear of the loss of Bert —-Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle & Grandpa and Friend . May all the good memories of the times spent with him help you through this sad time.
    Marilyn Waldeck & Family.

  35. Lynda Denham

    July 15, 2021 at 7:26 PM

    Deepest Sympathies

  36. Jannie Van wieren

    July 15, 2021 at 7:15 PM

    Dear Renie, Jeremy and Tim and family………My deepest sympathy to you all and I pray for extra measure of God’s grace as you say your final farewell this week. May our loving father give you strength and Peace ! Jannie

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