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JOHNS : William (Bill) J. of Exeter

December 15, 2015 By Haskett Funeral Homes 34 Condolences

JOHNS : William (Bill) J. of Exeter

Peacefully, at home in Exeter, on Tuesday, December 15, 2015, in his 96th year. Beloved friend of Ruth Irvine. Dear father of Harold Johns, Terry Johns and Trudy Ferguson all of London, Brad Johns and Connie Johnston of Listowel, Gail Parsons and Mike McAllister of St. Joseph’s, Tom and Kathy Irvine of Stratford and Alex Irvine of Clinton. Dear grandfather of Adam, Sabrina, Jamie, Dylan, Justin, Christopher, Tracy, Vicki, Casey, Cassandra, Tammy, Amy, and Alexis. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Irene Dunn of Exeter, Dianne Gerstenkorn-Weber of Clinton, and Lillian Johns and John Batten, both of Exeter. Predeceased by a sister Ola Batten and brother Emerson Johns.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, (1 Street west of Main) Exeter on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9PM where the funeral service will be held on Friday, December 18th at 1:30 PM. Interment Exeter Cemetery.

Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

JOHNS : William (Bill) J. of Exeter

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  1. kate arbo

    January 15, 2016 at 6:47 AM

    So sorry for your loss you are in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss him dearly

  2. Dave & Deb Chappel

    December 29, 2015 at 9:53 PM

    Ruth and family
    Our deepest sympathy on the loss of a very fine gentleman. All your special memories will help you through this difficult time. You are in our thoughts.

  3. Norm & Helen Whitney

    December 20, 2015 at 12:44 PM

    Uncle Bill was a treasure in our family. We loved seeing him and enjoying his company. We have many great memories and stories to share. We send our heartfelt sympathy to the family and especially Aunt Ruth.

  4. Dr. Jason Bourne

    December 19, 2015 at 4:48 PM

    Ruth and Family,

    I was deeply saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. I always enjoyed visiting with him. A true gentleman that always had a smile on his face. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

  5. Darlene and Fred Grune

    December 19, 2015 at 11:49 AM

    Auntie Ruth and families, so sorry to hear of Uncle Bill’s passing. We will always think of him with fond memories of his smile, his laughter and his great love for his family. We will miss him and send you all our love to help you through.

  6. Luitje Kapp

    December 18, 2015 at 6:54 PM

    Johns family and Alex,
    sorry for your lose. our deepest sympathies

    Marg and Luitje Kapp (Aka Bullet & B B Gun)

  7. Joanne and Bob Given

    December 18, 2015 at 1:33 PM

    Ruth and families….
    Sorry to hear about Bills passing. Want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers

  8. Marg. Prout

    December 18, 2015 at 10:32 AM

    Sincere sympathy to Ruth and the entire John’s family. Bill has
    lived a long and comfortable life.

  9. Ross and Marlene Mathers

    December 17, 2015 at 8:48 PM

    To Ruth and the Johns Family: Our sincere sympathy on the loss of a dear friend, father and grandfather, Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

  10. Chris & Shelly Shearer

    December 17, 2015 at 6:34 PM

    Aunt Ruth, sorry to hear about Uncle Bill’s passing. May the Father in Heaven keep him in safe keeping until we all see each other again in Heaven. Please tell Dianne that I’m truly sorry he’s gone, Love you both.

    Love Chris & Shelly

  11. Gerald and Carolyn Johns

    December 17, 2015 at 5:22 PM

    Sympathies to the family. I am sure over 95 years there will be a lot of fond memories to cherish.

  12. Larry and Joyce Black

    December 17, 2015 at 9:08 AM

    Ruth and Bills family –
    Sorry to hear of the loss of Bill and we send our sincere sympathy to everyone at this difficult time. Take care of each other.

  13. Dave Frayne

    December 17, 2015 at 7:57 AM

    To the family of Bill: sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

  14. Wanda Reyynolds

    December 16, 2015 at 9:52 PM

    Ruth , Family and John’s Family.
    My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. I will miss our visits.
    Bob and Wanda Reynolds

  15. Vera Armstrong

    December 16, 2015 at 8:01 PM

    Ruth and family, Thinking of you at this sad time. Treasure your memories, V era

  16. Jessie Shanks

    December 16, 2015 at 7:54 PM

    The Johns Family:

    I’m so sorry to hear of John’s passing, my thoughts and prayers go out to you all during this difficult time….

    Jessie

  17. Shirley Southcott and Harry Plantenga

    December 16, 2015 at 6:52 PM

    Our Sincere condolences to you Ruth and the Johns Family! You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Please also know Dylan Johns that Grams is thinking of you. Keep all your good memories of Grandpa Bill close to your heart!! He was a great man Dylan!

  18. Marilyn Waldeck

    December 16, 2015 at 3:19 PM

    Ruth and family -sorry to hear of your loss of Bill and sending you my deepest sympathies .

  19. craig paton

    December 16, 2015 at 12:40 PM

    To brad,,connie,,Harold,,terry ,,Trudy and ruth,and the rest of the johns family,,,I have shared many laughs and good times over the years,,especially back in the days back at the farm with bill. it is said,,, that it is not so much of what a man does in his life that is really important,,rather how he made people feel,,and the cherished memories that he has left behind long after his passing. a life well lived by any standard ! bill,,as you walk through the gates above,, I know the first thing you heard,,,well done !!!

  20. wayne reath

    December 16, 2015 at 10:28 AM

    Sorry for your loss from donna and wayne reath

  21. Reg & Linda Everest

    December 16, 2015 at 9:48 AM

    What a wonderful man has left us. Our deepest sympathy Auntie and all the families. We were blessed to have him with us for all these years. Rest in peace Uncle you earned it.

  22. Marg Williamson

    December 16, 2015 at 9:06 AM

    To Ruth and family,

    So sorry for your loss.

    Marg Williamson

  23. Paul & Debbie Stewart

    December 16, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    Our deepest sympathy to Ruth, the children, grandchildren and families of Bill , he will be missed very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  24. Bob & Doris Osgood

    December 16, 2015 at 7:34 AM

    Very sorry to hear about the passing of your Father. I pray for God’s peace and comfort to all of you as you support each other in this time of grief.

  25. Brian and Jo-Anne Workman

    December 16, 2015 at 7:01 AM

    We are very sorry for your loss….

  26. Albert and Bev Hovius

    December 15, 2015 at 11:24 PM

    Our deepest sympathy to all of the Johns family

  27. Ray Glanville

    December 15, 2015 at 10:59 PM

    sorry 4 your lose . He will be sadly mist by all. Bill R.I.P.

  28. Milt & Barb Dietrich

    December 15, 2015 at 10:19 PM

    Our sincere condolences on Bill’s passing. May happy memories be a comfort to you always. Thinking of you at this time.

  29. Al and Vickie Harvey

    December 15, 2015 at 10:12 PM

    to the Johns family and Ruth, sorry to hear of Bill’s passing

    Al and Vickie Harvey
    Exeter

  30. Sylvester & Geraldine Grimminck

    December 15, 2015 at 9:25 PM

    Terry
    So sorry to hear about your Dad. Our sympathy to you and your family.

  31. Vicki and Shawn

    December 15, 2015 at 8:50 PM

    Our sincere condolences to Ruth and all of Bill’s family. Bill was such a lovely man. We will cherish the many fond memories we’ve shared over the years.

  32. Caroline Rathwell

    December 15, 2015 at 8:33 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking of everyone during this difficult time.

  33. Dianne Skinner

    December 15, 2015 at 7:03 PM

    Ruth and family
    Sorry to hear about Bill passing to are in my thoughts and prayers

  34. Heather Kennedy and Dennis McBride

    December 15, 2015 at 6:59 PM

    Brad and Connie
    Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your dad, our thoughts are with you at this difficult time….

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