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BRINTNELL: Harold ‘Har’ of Exeter

September 30, 2018 By Haskett Funeral Homes 41 Condolences

BRINTNELL: Harold ‘Har’ of Exeter

Suddenly and unexpectedly at South Huron Hospital on Sunday, September 30, 2018 of Exeter in his 91st year.  Beloved husband of the late Pauline (Robinson) Brintnell (1989).  Loving  father of Dan and Donna Brintnell of Exeter, Mike and Patty Brintnell of Exeter, and Bill Brintnell and Chetna Bhatt of London.  Cherished grandfather of Tomas Brintnell; Travis Brintnell, Connor Brintnell, and Abbey and Bart Rynen and great-grandfather of Zoey.   Dear brother-in-law of Ross and Marilyn Robinson of St. Marys, Wanda Robinson of Goderich, and June Hodgson of Exeter.   Predeceased by his parents Alvin and Irene Brintnell, and his siblings James, Madeline, Almira, Jack, Anita, Douglas, Frank and Etta.

Har owned and operated Har’s Body Shop, was involved in the standardbred horse industry, and was a proud volunteer fireman with the Exeter Fire Department for over 20 years.  The family would like to thank the staff at the Exeter Villa for their care and compassion over the past 4 1/2 years.  

Visitation will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William St, Exeter on Tuesday, October 2nd from 11AM- 12PM.  The funeral service will be held at 12:30 PM. The interment at Kirkton Union Cemetery will take place after the luncheon.   Donations to Jessica’s House – South Huron Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.  

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  1. Chris and Darla Mittelholtz

    October 13, 2018 at 9:08 PM

    Sorry to hear about Har’s passing. We have lot’s of great memories from the house on Andrew St. We are thinking of you in this difficult time.

  2. Tom, Bev and Mercedes

    October 8, 2018 at 8:07 PM

    Our sincere condolences

  3. Ron and Karen Rupert

    October 5, 2018 at 7:20 PM

    Sincere sympathy on the passing of your dad. Remember all the wonderful memories you all have of Har, and hopefully as time passes it will get easier.

  4. Keith & Dianne Ahrens

    October 5, 2018 at 9:11 AM

    To The Brintnell Family

    So very sorry to hear of Har’s passing please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad and difficult time. May God Bless all.
    Hugs Keith ( Ernie) & Dianne Ahrens

  5. Mary & Jim MacGregor

    October 4, 2018 at 6:27 PM

    Dear Mike & Patti, Dan & Donna and families

    Our sincere condolences on the passing of your father and grandfather. He will be missed by all who knew him. We hope your memories of better times will lessen the sorrow you are all feeling at this time.

  6. Ron Brintnell

    October 4, 2018 at 1:09 AM

    Our Deepest Sympathy on the passing of Great Uncle Har.

    Ron, Leanne Brintnell & Family

  7. Scott Bogart

    October 3, 2018 at 2:16 PM

    Dan, Mike and Families
    Sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Thinking of you guys during this difficult time.
    Scott, Lynda, Luke & Heath

  8. Dan Heywood

    October 3, 2018 at 12:17 PM

    To Dan, Mike, Bill and families! I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. And also that I missed the visitation. I have a lot of fond memories of Har. All the best to you guys going forward. Dan

  9. Cindy

    October 3, 2018 at 10:32 AM

    Mike, Patty and family
    I am so sorry to read about the passing of your Dad . You are all in my heart, thoughts and prayers
    Cindy Fisher Bailey and Tom Bailey

  10. Carol

    October 3, 2018 at 8:22 AM

    Mike and Patti
    Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your Dad.
    I remember your Dad as a soft spoken and kind man.
    Thinking of you,

    Carol, Jamie, Britt, Jason & Chelsea

  11. Bill and Marlene Black

    October 2, 2018 at 9:16 PM

    Sorry to hear about the death of Mike’s father.Our thoughts are with you Mike ,Patty and family.

  12. Dave Keys

    October 2, 2018 at 8:08 PM

    Dan ,Donna and Thomas

    Our condolence to the entire Brintnell family. We are sorry to hear of the passing of Har.

    Dave ,Shelly and Rachelle Keys

  13. Amber Cooper

    October 2, 2018 at 3:25 PM

    Abbey, Bart & Brintnell Family,
    My sincerest sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time . He truly was a very sweet man.

    Sincerely
    Amber Cooper

  14. Marion Parsons & Family

    October 2, 2018 at 11:13 AM

    Dear Dan and Donna, Mike and Patty, Bill and Chetna and families . . . . .

    It is with saddened hearts that we are sending our sincerest sympathy to all of you and your families on the loss of your dear father, Har. May your cherished memories put a smile on your faces and comfort you through these difficult days ahead. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. You have so many wonderful family, friends, neighbours and community – supporting you.

    Our family had the pleasure of knowing “Har” and enjoyed his conversations while he had racehorses at Parsons Stables in his earlier years.

    Your Dad will now be resting in peace with your Mother, Pauline in Heaven.

    So sorry for your loss – HUGS to all!

    Marion Parsons & Family

  15. Ronald Helm

    October 2, 2018 at 10:59 AM

    Mike Patty and Family,
    Anne and I would like to express our sympathies and condolences on the passing od your dad. So sorry to hear the news.
    Anne and Ron Helm

  16. robert rundle and family

    October 2, 2018 at 10:34 AM

    you have our deepest thoughts and prayers on the passing of har I have had the pleasure of noing har for many years being in the raceing game also our thoughts and prayers are with u at this difficult time,

  17. Tim & Maria Hamather

    October 2, 2018 at 9:39 AM

    Mike, Patty, Travis, Connor, and Abbey, Bart & Zoey:
    Our Condolences to all of you at this sad time. We are thinking of you and we were sorry to hear this.
    Sincerely,
    Tim, Maria, Nicole & Kyle

  18. Liz Campbell

    October 2, 2018 at 9:02 AM

    Dan & Donna, Mike & Patty and families
    We send our deepest sympathy to you on your loss of your Dad.
    Thinking of you.
    Sincerely
    Liz Campbell & Ron Kennedy

  19. Randy & Karen Stanlake

    October 2, 2018 at 8:27 AM

    Our hearts go out to your family at this difficult time. Har was a long time friend of the family. Please accept our sincerest condolence.

  20. Becci & Dan Horton

    October 2, 2018 at 6:12 AM

    Mike & Patty, Dan & Donna and families,
    We were shocked and sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. We send you our heartfelt sympathy.
    Thinking of you all during this sad time.
    Dan & Becci and family

  21. Dianne Weber

    October 2, 2018 at 12:41 AM

    Dan, Mike, Bill. My prayers and thoughts are with you. I enjoyed chatting with Har when i visited the Villa. I know you have great memories and he will remain in all your hearts forever.

  22. Wallace Pfaff

    October 1, 2018 at 9:11 PM

    Mike, Patty and the Britnell families.My deepest sympathy to you and all the families,Bless you at this difficult time Wally.

  23. Steve and Kim Baynham

    October 1, 2018 at 8:37 PM

    Dan, Donna , Thomas and Family
    Please accept our condolences on the passing of your dad and grandpa. May your memories bring you comfort .
    Sincerely, Steve and Kim Baynham

  24. Sandi Brintnell

    October 1, 2018 at 8:04 PM

    Dan, mike, Bill and families
    So sorry for your loss. Never easy to loose a loved one. Remember all the good time these memories will be treasured for ever. Thinking of you all.
    Rob and Sandi Brintnell

  25. Allan & Patty Case

    October 1, 2018 at 8:02 PM

    Our sincere condolences to all of you. Cherish the memories.
    Allan, Patty and family

  26. Donna Perry

    October 1, 2018 at 6:53 PM

    To Har’s Family
    I remember seeing Har walking around town all the time. He was always so friendly.
    With Deepest Sympathy. Donna Perry

  27. Helen (Eagleson)Bischoff-Copeland

    October 1, 2018 at 4:42 PM

    Danny, Donna and your extended families. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad and Grandfather. I fondly remember the many times our families discussed race horses, repairing our cars at your Dads garage, the library of jokes Har.. would recall during our conversations. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

  28. Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade

    October 1, 2018 at 3:58 PM

    To Dan, Mike, Bill and families:
    Sorry to learn of Har’s passing. Over the years had many good conversations with him. He was proud to be on the Fire Department and he enjoyed working on cars. He enjoyed his walks along Main Street visiting people.
    We are thinking of you during this difficult time.

  29. Margaret Brintnell

    October 1, 2018 at 3:34 PM

    Dan & Donna – Mike & Patty – Bill & Chetna & all your families
    My sympathy at this very sad and difficult time. He was proud of all his family and grandchildren. I remember him sharing his thoughts with Keith over the yrs. Great guy. All of you will have so many great memories to share in the days to come.

  30. Exeter Villa

    October 1, 2018 at 1:08 PM

    The residents and staff of the Exeter Villa send their heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

  31. John and Sandy Ulch

    October 1, 2018 at 12:09 PM

    Sincere sympathy to the Brintnell and Robinson families with the passing of Har. Sincerely John and Sandy Ulch

  32. George and Sue Wilson

    October 1, 2018 at 10:45 AM

    Dan and Donna, Mike and Patty, Bill and Chetna and families, we are saddened at your Dad Har’s passing. He was a nice man. I remember that he liked to walk in Exeter. Always friendly. Cherish your wonderful memories. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue Wilson

  33. Gary Ford

    October 1, 2018 at 9:46 AM

    My deepest sympathy. Your dad and I had a long and interesting history. he painted my first car and I worked for him part time to help pay for it. He was a big influence in my life when I was young and we will all miss him.

  34. Linda Fox

    October 1, 2018 at 7:28 AM

    Dear June,
    Please accept my sympathy in your loss.
    Treasure your memories of him and hold them close to your heart where he will always remain, and
    remember that LOVE never dies.
    Sincerely,
    Linda Fox

  35. Jack Triebner

    October 1, 2018 at 6:45 AM

    Please accept our condolence’s to the family’s of the passing
    of Harold ‘ har ‘ Brintnell , and we have known for many years .

  36. Cindy Taylor

    October 1, 2018 at 4:31 AM

    My condolences to the Britnell Family of the passing of your Dad Har..He will be truly missed by the staff and residents of the Rest Home. I will always have great memories of his smile andthe way he joked around with us.

  37. Hennie Farwell

    September 30, 2018 at 8:20 PM

    Mike, Patty , Travis, Connor and Abbey,
    I am so sorry for your loss of a great dad and an even greater grandpa. I am sure he was very proud of the status of great grandpa as well.
    I will always treasure the memories he gave me over the years.
    Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Hennie. ❤️

  38. Ralph & Denise

    September 30, 2018 at 8:08 PM

    Dan, Mike, Bill and families, we just want you to know that we are really sorry to hear about your father, he was a wonderful man. May he rest in peace. I really enjoyed the years I lawn bowled with him.
    Ralph Batten & Denise Troyer

  39. Robin Bosworth

    September 30, 2018 at 6:51 PM

    Bill, Chetna and the Brintnell Family,
    I’m so sorry to hear about your father. No matter the time or age, losing your parent is devastating. I hope knowing your friends offer you comfort and support provides you with peace.

  40. Ena de Haan

    September 30, 2018 at 5:51 PM

    Dear Mike & Patty & all of Harold’s family. So very sorry to read the unexpected news just now. My heartfelt sympathy to you all.

    Ena

  41. Doug and Sharon Kyle

    September 30, 2018 at 4:09 PM

    Mike, Patty and Family,
    Our sincere sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. You will miss your visits to the Villa.
    Sincerely, Doug, Sharon and Sarah Kyle

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