Donald Wayne Hulley, age 72, of Egmondville, Ontario passed away peacefully at Jessica’s House in Exeter on March 2, 2020 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Born in London, Ontario, (Dec 25, 1947), son of the late Eldon and Marian (Steiss) Hulley. Beloved husband of Marj (Reis) for 51 years (Dec 7, 1968). Proud and loving father of Brent (April) Hulley and Jason Hulley and Candis. Proud and loving granddad of Oakley. Donald is survived by his sisters and brothers: Nancy (Gerry) O’Reilly, Judy (Cam) McLeod, Penny (John) Lansink, Paul (Cathy) Hulley, David Hulley, Douglas Hulley, Susan (Tony) Arts, Sandra (Mark) Melady. Also survived by inlaws: Evelyn Hinz, Wendy Reis and Donald (Linda) Reis. Fondly remembered by his aunts Audrey Hackwell and Betty Hulley. Missed by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Predeceased by brothers-in-law Wesley Hinz and Douglas Reis, nephew Trevor Reis and niece Sandra (McInally) Melady.
Don worked as a licensed carpenter and in the maintenance department at Seaforth Hospital (HPHA). He also volunteered with the Seaforth Fire Department for 25 years, serving as Fire Chief for 5 of those years. Don worked hard and played hard. He enjoyed a good game of euchre (firehall rules), time spent at the cabin in Benmiller, fishing/boating with family and friends, and the occasional rye and Pepsi.
In keeping with Don’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or funeral. Due to COVID-19 Don’s ashes will be taken to his final resting place at Maitlandbank Cemetery, Seaforth on August 17, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. Donations to Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation, Jessica’s House, Seaforth Firefighter’s Association or Seaforth Legion Branch 156 would be appreciated.
To my family and friends:
Remember me with smiles and laughter,
For that’s how I will remember you all.
If you must remember me with tears and sadness,
Then, please, don’t remember me at all.
Don
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Marj , Brent & Jason
Broken Chain
We did not know that morning
That God would call your name.
In life we loved you dearly
In death, we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you
You did not go alone,
for a part of us went with you
The day God called you home.
You left us lots of memories
Your love is still our guide,
and although we cannot see you
You are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken,
and nothing seems the same.
But as God calls us, one by one
the chain will link again
by Ron Tranmer
Miles Little
My condolences too the Family of Don Hulley. He was a real decent guy and I know he will be missed by family and his many friends. My very heart felt sympathies
Miles Little & Mary
Pauline Linton
Rest in peace Donny…..another friend from the SCH crew is gone….I’ll think of you back in the good old days and smile….
Connie & Bill Devereaux
We would like to offer our sincere sympathy and deepest prayers for you all at this sad time.
Avis Murray
Marj
my sincere condolences to you and your family..Wrap yourself in the warm memories ! take care of yourself…
Avis Murray
Ron and Marlene Moore
Cam and Judy and all the Family , Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your brother Don.
Ron and Marlene
Don and Kathy Pletsch
Marj, Brent, Jason and family,
We were both sad to hear of Don’s passing. So many memories of all the good times together in the past. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Pat & Cathy
Sincere sympathy is extended to all of the Hulley family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Pat & Cathy Melady
Mary Lynn Shaw
Marj and Family,
My deepest sympathy for you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. Cherished memories will be with us forever.
All my love Mary Lynn and family ❤️
Gwen O'Rourke
So sorry to learn of Doug’s passing He will really be missed by all
Jim MCintosh
Marj
Brenda and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your two sons at this time, as we have known you and your family for a long time. We are still in Southern Texas where we will be for the next two weeks.
Jim McIntosh.
Ron and Shelley Kirkconnell
Marg and family. So sorry for your loss. Our condolences to you and the Hulley family.
Beryl and Grant Perks
Marg and family
So very sorry to hear of your husband’s passing.Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Leo and Sharon Medd
Marj, Brent, Jason and family, Our sincere condolences for your loss, I am sure it will be a long road ahead,so just remember all the great, special and happy times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mike & Annette Gangl
Brent, April, Oakley and Family,
Memories … let them fill your mind, warm your heart and comfort you at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Mike & Annette & Family
Mary Bradshaw [ Mc Phail ]
Please accept my condolence to you Marj and your family on the passing of Don . There is so many happy memories of, Betty Jim you Don and myself when i first came back to Seaforth. Remember all the happy times that we had. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Anne Marie Anderson
Dear Brent,April and Oakley: We are so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Hold your memories close to your heart. You will find he is always with you as you go on with your daily lives. Hugs Anne Marie and Stewart
Betty Glew
Marj and Families. We are so sorry hearing of Dons passing. We have so many good memories of all of the fun times our families had together. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Betty,Rob and Angie Mary Lynn and Jeff
Bob&Wendy Patrick
Our deepest sympathy for Don and his family,he will be truly missed
Anita (Reis)
Thinking of you all…
… I’ll remember with smiles xoxo
Patricia Hackwell
Marj and family and the whole extended Hulley family. You are all in our thoughts. Those we hold closet to our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness we have shared and the love they have brought into our lives. Our sincere condolences, love and hugs sent to you all.
Love, Audrey Hackwell and family.
Patricia Hackwell
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Marg, your family and the whole Hulley family. May the fond memories of Donny bring you comfort during this hard time. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the whole family.
Love, Audrey Hackwell and family.
Harry and Donna Arts
Our sympathies to Marj and family and to the Hulley family with Don’s passing. Harry and Donna Arts
Regi and BIll Whyte
May your memories keep your hearts happy.
Regi and Bill Whyte
Blondie MacLeod
Dear Marj and family:
Alex and I were saddened to hear of Don’s passing. We loved to visit with you and Don when we walked our dogs down William Street. Please know that we are thinking of you and will keep you in our prayers.
Alex and Blondie MacLeod
Arlene & Ben van den Akker
To Marj and the Hulley family,
We wish to express our sincere sympathy at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Arlene & Ben van den Akker
To Marj and the Hulley family,
We wish to express our sincere sympathy with the passing of Don. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
June Raycraft(Mogk)
Deepest sympathy to Mark, Brent & Jason and the Reis family at the passing of Don.
Sheila Feeney
My Deepest Sympathy to all of Don’s Family.I am so very sorry to hear of his passing.I have very fond memories of Don from when we worked together at SCH.I hope all your precious memories of him help you through the difficult days ahead.
Linda ORourke
Marj , boys and the Hulley family.
My condolences on hearing about Don. I will remember Don with a smile, as he was family “ on the hill” .
Sandra Henderson
Marj & Family and the Hulley Family…..deepest sympathies to everyone, you are all in our prayers, thoughts and our hearts. Sandi & Jeff Henderson
Mary Anne McNichol
Thoughts and prayers are with all of Don’s family. Keep all the good memories close to your heart.
Carolanne Doig
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing. My condolences to the Hulley family and Don’s many friends. Don was a true member of our community and served it well. He will be missed by many. I remember at SPS – many years ago when he was a star athlete….how time goes by.
Kay and Stan Mailloux
Sorry to hear of Don`s passing. I will remember him with a smile on his face and always willing to help when he was at SCH. Sympathies to you all
Brenna and Barry Vincent
Our condolences to the entire Hulley family.
Bruce and Sharon Wilbee
Our condolences to the entire Hulley family at this very sad time.
They have all been close family friends for years.
Sincerely Bruce and Sharon Wilbee
Bill and Marg Turner
Our condolences to all the families in your loss.
Lois McLlwain
Marj & Family & the entire Hulley Family
Our sincere sympathy to everyone on the passing of Donny. A great guy.
Lois & Ken McLlwain
Gary&Rita Phillips
Marj & Family And Hulley Family our deepest condolences, you’re in our prayers
Sylvia Wood
To all the family, my deepest condolences I have a lot of good memories of Don growing up.
Sylvia and Eugene
Steph Moffat
Marj and family,
My deepest sympathy to you all. Don was a fabulous man and I had the privilege to work with him “on the hill” for many years. Cherish your memories, and I will do the same. Hugs to you all
Fern and Dave Allen
Dear Marj and family, so sorry for your loss of dear husband and father. Lots of good memories are what will keep him in your hearts. Hugs to all of you. Xo
Brian & Helen Oldfield
Dear Marj & family and the entire Hulley family , we extend our sincere sympathy to each of you at this time. Rest In Peace, Don.
Joanne Holland
My condolences to all of Don’s family. Always such an active member of his community and a dedicated family man as well. I am sure he will be missed, but I am know that he left you with so many wonderful memories. I hope you smile when you think of him.
Scot and Kim Sherman
Sending our heartfelt sympathies to all of the Don’s family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. May you cherish and hold tight to the happy memories.
Wendy Moore
To all the Hulley family, so many memories from my childhood of the wonderful family who lived across the street from us. Don was my age but we played with you all. Thinking of you and sending prayers and much love to everyone. Wendy Moore
John & Michelle Wilson and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Don was a great man. He will be missed.
Marlene Dave de Vries
Marj , Our thoughts and prayers to you , the boys and the Hulley family.
Pete and Tammy Martene
Marj and family, Hulley families
Our heartfelt sympathy to you at this time . Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Cathy and Kevan Broome
Our deepest condolences to all of you from Kevan and I
Bill Duffy
Sorry to hear of Dons passing My sympathies to Marj and family and to the Hulley family
Jack Groothuis
Dear family,
My deepest sympathy on Dons passing. My kindest thoughts to all of you.
Bill and Janice Morris
Marj and Family,
Our sympathy to you all. May your memories help at this difficult time.
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Marj and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time,
Cathy Cade and Dave Frayne
To Judy and families:
Sorry to learn of your brother’s passing. We are thinking of you
Pauline Horton
Dear Brent, April, Oakley and families,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your father.
Treasure the memories!
Hugs, Pauline & Brad
Marty and Anne Maire Bedard
May the memories held deep inside your heart help to comfort all of you.
God bless
Gwen Patterson
Dear Marj and family.
We were so saddened to learn of Don’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences.
John and Gwen Patterson
Linda Debus
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My sincere condolences.
Linda and Family
Mary & Jim Barnes
Dear Marj and family. Deepest sympathy. There are so many great memories from “On the Hill”. He will be missed.
Mary & Jim Barnes
Bill and Louise Pincombe
Judy and family:
Sorry to learn of brother Don’s passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Bill and Louise
Ron-Dorothy Drager
Marj And Family. Our Thoughs and Prayers are with you at this time. Remember the Good time. Cherish all your Memories. he will never be forgotten. our Deepest Sympathy
Gary & Ann Cronin
Marj and family & to all the Hulley’s,
Sorry for your loss. Treasure the memories.
Gary & Ann Cronin
Dianne and Bill Beuerman
To Marg Brent Jason and the Hulley Family
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. We are so sorry for your loss.
Marie & Bob Litt
Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with all the family.
Barb andBob Watson
Bob and I would like to send our condolences to Marg and family so sorry to hear of Dons passing
Ken and Anne Murray
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hulley and Reis family.
Ken and Anne Murray and family
John & Liz Stephens
Myrtle Beach South Carolina Judy & Cam Our deepest condolences on the passing of your brother.Hugs John & Liz Stephens
John Munro
Our sincere thoughts and prayers go out to all the Hulley families. John and Rose
Gerry and Kathy Cooper
We are sending our heartfelt sympathy.
Paul Spittal
Sorry about Don. I have lots of memories of earlier days. God Bless.
Deb & Gord Phillips
Hugs and kisses to all of you, Marj and family,, Don’s brothers and sisters and the Reis family. May time heal your pain and your memories of the good times heal your souls.
Linda Marsden
Judy and family
Loads of hugs.
Paul & Lori Janmaat
Thinking of each and every one of the Hulley family at this sad time. Our sincere condolences. Paul and Lori Janmaat
Manny Roduner
Dear Doug,
So sorry to learn of your brothers passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hugs
Manny
Ken and Deb Janmaat
Marj and family sorry to hear about Don’s passing cherish your memories.
To all the Hulley family he was a great brother.
Cheryl muir
my prayers and thoughts are with the Hulley family . Don and I where classmates all thru public school and had a lot of good times.
Rick & Carolyn Powell
Marj & family, we’re so sorry for your loss. Let your wonderful memories of Don ease your heartache. Thinking of you all.
Joan (Coleman) Cleave
To Marj, and all the Hulley Family:
So sorry to hear of Dons passing….I remember him well from school days and as a good friend to my brothers…My sincere condolences to you all ….Your memories will keep him near forever.
Joan (Coleman) Cleave
Doug and Nancy Anstett
Marg and family. Doug and I wish to express our sympathy .May you cherish all your wonderful memories and times spent together. I am sure there is a rousing game of firemen’s euchre being played as we speak as he meets up with the rest of the Seaforth brigade.