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ELLERINGTON: Doris Alma (Wright) of Exeter

October 28, 2014 By Haskett Funeral Homes 34 Condolences

ELLERINGTON: Doris Alma (Wright) of Exeter

At LHSC-Victoria Hospital, London on Monday, October 27, 2014, of Exeter, in her 90th year.  Beloved wife of the late Thomas Ellerington (1990). Dear mother of Thomas and Judy Ellerington of RR 1 Centralia, and Elizabeth and Eric Campbell of Exeter.  Dear grandmother Lisa and Brian, Bryon and Crystal, Karen and Dan, and Steve; and great-grandmother of Hayden, Collin, Tyler, Audrey, Christopher; Erik, Darrin, Marc, Ashley, Cassidy, Renee and Payton, and great-great-grandmother of Wyatt. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Marjorie Hunter of St. Marys, Donna Sutcliffe of Wingham, June Keller of London, Barb and Norm Whiting, and Shirley and Ellwood Truemner all of Exeter.  Predeceased by a grandson Jon (2006), and great-grandson Conner (2002), sisters Edna Penhale, Marguerite Johnston, and Marion Walters, and brothers Stewart, Douglas and Ted Wright.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main) on Wednesday evening 7-9 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 30th at 2 PM with Rev. Father Andrew Wilson.  Interment Exeter Cemetery.

Donations to the South Huron Hospital or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

ELLERINGTON: Doris Alma (Wright) of Exeter

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  1. Fred & Geraldine Penhale

    November 1, 2014 at 8:57 PM

    So sorry to hear of Doris’s passing, she was a lovely lady & we will miss hearing from her.

  2. SUE RILEY

    October 31, 2014 at 4:07 PM

    Liz, Eric and families
    We extend our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother….may your memories carry you through.

  3. John & Arlene Berendsen

    October 31, 2014 at 9:07 AM

    Thinking of your family in your loss and sending our love. Memories are a treasure

  4. Marilyn and Al Paquin

    October 30, 2014 at 5:12 PM

    To Liz, Eric, Tom and Judy and families

    Our sympathy goes out to all of you on the loss of your mom –
    I will certainly miss our phone conversations with her. She
    was a great lady and loved her family deeply.

  5. Dave & Karin Roger

    October 30, 2014 at 11:39 AM

    Liz, Eric And Families, we wish to send you our deepest sympathy on your loss. Our thoughts are with you.

  6. Shirley & Don Mousseau

    October 30, 2014 at 10:08 AM

    Elizabeth & Tom & families; Please accept our sincere sympathy for the loss of Doris. She was truly a great lady who will be missed by all of you. I have known her my entire life as she was my babysitter early in my life ! Take care and treasure the memories. Don & Shirley

  7. Don and Shirley Wright

    October 30, 2014 at 9:55 AM

    Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

  8. Robyn Koekkoek

    October 29, 2014 at 9:52 PM

    My deepest condolences. I have so many fond memories of Doris. She was a wonderful person that was always smiling and had an amazing laugh. The memories will always keep her with you.

  9. Ellen Hodgins (Simpson)

    October 29, 2014 at 9:25 PM

    Liz and Eric and family… Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this sad time..

    Ellen

  10. Bevan Bonthron

    October 29, 2014 at 7:04 PM

    Liz, Eric, Tom, Judy and families
    May remembering many fond memories of your mother give you comfort in your loss.

  11. Joe & Marilyn Dewan

    October 29, 2014 at 5:51 PM

    Liz & Eric, Tom & Judy & families
    Please accept our deepest sympathy in the passing of Doris. I have many pleasant memories of Doris working at Gould & Jory’s. She always was so pleasant. Just a wonderful lady.
    Joe & Marilyn (Jory) Dewan

  12. Arlene [Chipchase] Styles

    October 29, 2014 at 3:58 PM

    Liz… sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing….. my deepest sympathy to you & Eric & families

  13. Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber

    October 29, 2014 at 2:43 PM

    Liz, Eric, Karen, Dan & Steve and families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Remember God needed another rose in his garden and she will be with you forever in your hearts.
    Love Dianne, Linda, Derick , Steven and Jen.

  14. Bill & Audrey Rowe

    October 29, 2014 at 12:49 PM

    Sincere sympathy at this sad time. Doris was a wonderful lady and will be surely missed. Bill & Audrey

  15. Glenn & Grace Hodgins

    October 29, 2014 at 10:25 AM

    Tom, Liz and Families:
    Sorry in the loss of your mother. Our Prayers and Thoughts are with you

  16. Marg Prout

    October 29, 2014 at 10:19 AM

    My sincere condolences to the Ellerington family in the death of
    Doris. A well respected and a lovely, lovely lady of the community.

  17. Doug & Betty Lynn Eckel

    October 29, 2014 at 10:13 AM

    Liz & Eric, Steve, Karen & Dan and family – Our sincere sympathy to all of you on the loss of your Mom and Grandma. She was a beautiful person who will live on in all of you. Cherish the wonderful memories you must have and hold them close. Thinking of you all now and in the days ahead. There is now a very special angel to watch over all of you … RIP Grandma Doris ♥

  18. Joe and Joanne Bengough

    October 29, 2014 at 10:04 AM

    Eric, Liz and family,
    We offer our sincere sympathy to you and your family.

  19. Margo & Ron McLachlin

    October 29, 2014 at 9:56 AM

    We are so sorry to hear of Doris’s passing. May your wonderful memories always “hug your heart”.

  20. Paul & Jan Jeffery

    October 29, 2014 at 9:45 AM

    Liz & Eric, Judy & Tom and families,
    So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She truly was a wonderful lady and always had a kind word and a smile whenever we met. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Jan and Paul

  21. Laarry and Joyce Black and family

    October 29, 2014 at 9:44 AM

    Thinking of everyone in the great loss of your dear Mom and Gramma. She was a wonderful lady and always had a beautiful smile when we met.
    Sincere sympathy at this sad time.
    Larry and Joyce, Shelly and Shari and families.

  22. Milt & Barb Dietrich

    October 29, 2014 at 7:29 AM

    Our sincere condolences on your Mom’s passing. May your many happy memories and the love of family and friends, be a comfort to you always. You are in our thoughts at this time.

  23. Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade

    October 29, 2014 at 6:30 AM

    To Tom , Judy, Liz, Eric and families:
    Sorry to learn of the passing of your Mother. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

  24. Claire and Winona Hoffman

    October 29, 2014 at 5:53 AM

    Ellerington Family,
    So sorry to hear of Doris’s passing.Out heart and prayers are with you all at this sad time
    Claire & Winona

  25. Pat & Ross Beck

    October 28, 2014 at 10:06 PM

    So sorry for your loss – such a wonderful lady and so dedicated to her family – she will be missed by everyone who knew her.

  26. Annette and Bernie Denomme

    October 28, 2014 at 9:45 PM

    Tom and Judy, Liz and Eric, Grandchildren, and Great Granchildren,And Wyatt, Doris was a well loved Lady by everyone, she always welcomed you with a smile and a kind word for everyone she came in contact with..She will certainly be missed in the community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  27. Ross and Marlene Mathers

    October 28, 2014 at 9:42 PM

    To the Ellerington Family: Our deepest sympathy in the loss your dear Mother, and grandmother. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

  28. marilyn waldeck

    October 28, 2014 at 9:16 PM

    Liz, Eric and family, Tom Judy and Family, Lisa and Brian and Family. I am sorry to hear of the loss of Doris. She was a great person loved by many and I will miss my morning chats with her as she walked by the store to pick up her mail. She always had a smile for me and she will always be remembered. I am thinking of all of you and trust that all the joys you shared over the years will make this time a bit easier for you.

  29. Joe & Carolyn Rau

    October 28, 2014 at 8:55 PM

    To Liz, Eric & family
    Our sincere sympathy on the loss of your Mother and grandmother. Joe always enjoyed working for such a kind and wonderful woman. We’re sure there are lots of great memories that will never be forgotten.

  30. Tom Hartai

    October 28, 2014 at 8:00 PM

    Elizabeth, Tom and families:
    On behalf of my family and staff please accept all of our heartfelt condolences at this difficult time.
    Your Mom was a wonderful lady.

    Tom Hartai,family and staff
    Exeter

  31. Tom and Carol Arthur

    October 28, 2014 at 7:44 PM

    Ellerington Family
    We offer our sincere sympathy to all of you at this difficult time. Doris will surely be missed by all.

  32. Donna Perry

    October 28, 2014 at 7:12 PM

    Mrs Ellerington was such a lovely friendly lady. I have many memories of the family when we were growing up. The pictures are lovely. She always had a lovely smile and she will be missed. With Deepest Sympathy.
    Donna Perry

  33. Jerry and Alice MacLean

    October 28, 2014 at 5:41 PM

    Sending sincere sympathy to the entire family. This is a great loss!

    Remember the good times and Doris will live in your hearts forever.

  34. Evelyn Steckle VIncent

    October 28, 2014 at 4:54 PM

    Sincere sympathy in your loss. What a Beautiful lady.
    Praying for God’s comfort during this time.

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