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MOUNTENAY: Vera Elizabeth (Foster) of Exeter

July 23, 2018 By Haskett Funeral Homes 19 Condolences

MOUNTENAY: Vera Elizabeth (Foster) of Exeter

With her lovely smile, passed away peacefully at Chartwell Parkhill Long Term Care Residence on Sunday, July 22, 2018 of Exeter in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late James (Jim) Mountenay (2016). Sadly missed by her children Anthony and Debbie Mountenay of Exeter, Christine and Marty Colfer of Vaughan, and Eugene Mountenay and Sylvia Wood of Parkhill. Cherished grandma of Joe Mountenay of Dartmouth, Chris and Melissa Mountenay of Angus, Charmaine and Steve Cummings of Florida, Craig Harrison of Calgary, Sara Colfer-Holiday and Jeff Holiday of Toronto, Dan Colfer and Amira James-Colfer of Toronto, and  Scott Mountenay and Gabriela Reyes of Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Adored great-grandma of Tennille, Levi, Haleigh, Austin, Ella, Luke, Ashley, Justin, Tyler, Jamie, and Sofia. Loving sister of Viola Gilchrist, Shirley and Mel Woodman, and Dalhsie Duquette. Predeceased by parents Thomas and Jessie Foster, sister Margaret, and brothers Fred, Arnold, Ebby, and Tom. Vera was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia on March 8, 1932. When Vera and Jim moved to Exeter in 1974 she babysat many of the young children of Exeter. Vera loved every child she met.  She also enjoyed spending time with her friends at the coffee shops and had a passion for music and dancing. Right up until the very end she would listen to her music and if she couldn’t dance, she would wiggle her toes.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 25th at 11 AM. Interment Exeter Cemetery.

Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. Charmaine, Steve, & Luke

    July 26, 2018 at 11:49 AM

    We are thinking of you all during this difficult time. We will remember Vera as an avid animal and music lover. She will be surely missed. – Sending all of our love to her family in Canada

  2. Jody Cane-Hogan

    July 26, 2018 at 9:58 AM

    Tony, Christine and Eugene
    My thoughts and prayers are with each of you and your families during this difficult time. Hold your memories close to your heart and she will live on. So sorry for your loss

    Jody Cane- Hogan
    Cow Bay Nova Scotia

  3. Rene Kirmse

    July 25, 2018 at 2:33 PM

    My sincerest condolences to Eugene and all of the Mountenay family. I was very sorry to read of your loss.

  4. George and Sue Wilson

    July 25, 2018 at 8:08 AM

    To Vera’s family, You have our heartfelt condolences on your Mom/Grandma’s passing. She was a friendly lady. Always smiling. Your Dad was a great man too. With sympathy, George and Sue Wilson

  5. Marion Armstrong

    July 24, 2018 at 4:12 PM

    Sincere condolence to all of Vera’s family.
    Cherish all your great memories.
    Marion Armstrong

  6. Jim and Verla

    July 24, 2018 at 2:41 PM

    Our deepest sympathy to the Mountenay families:
    We were Sherwood Crescent neighbours.
    Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad and difficult time.

  7. Susan roddick

    July 24, 2018 at 2:39 PM

    Tony, Debbie and families. So sorry to hear of Veras passing. Please know we are thinking about you. Love , Susan and Doug.

  8. phyllis collett

    July 24, 2018 at 12:14 PM

    sad to hear this news. Vera has been a friend. for many years. we have spent a lot of hours having coffee or lunch her smile and happy talk will be missed by many people. rest in peace Vera

  9. Margaret Brintnell

    July 24, 2018 at 9:48 AM

    Tony & Debbie, Christine & Marty , Eugene & Sylvia and all your families
    My sympathy to everyone of you. Vera was a wonderful person, so kind and happy. She made friends very easily with her welcoming personality. Each of you will have so many memories to cherish and to share in the coming days.
    Your Mom was blessed with a very caring and loving family. Bless everyone of you at this difficult time and in the future.
    Margaret Brintnell

  10. Marg Prout

    July 24, 2018 at 9:27 AM

    Sincere condolences to all the Mountenay family. Vera was always a very kind hearted
    Lady. I got to know Vera through the Dick and Aggie Vandergunst family, while our
    Children were working in the tobacco fields. I often think of the times we got together
    At the farm. We helped Jim and Vera celebrate their golden wedding anniversary.
    Cherish your memories.

    Marg, Dave and Donna Prout

  11. Alice Fraser

    July 24, 2018 at 8:13 AM

    So sorry for your loss rest assured she is at peace.
    Sincerely. Alice

  12. Cindy Tansley

    July 24, 2018 at 6:04 AM

    To the Mountenay Family
    Sending our thought and prayers to all.
    Vera was a wonderful individual whom enjoyed the presents of others around.
    Always a smile.
    You will be sadly missed but never forgotten.
    Your now at peace with Jim.

    Cindy/Wayne Tansley and Dot Pople

  13. Wayne. DeLuca

    July 24, 2018 at 12:08 AM

    To the family
    I met your parents when I moved to Exeter., always enjoyed our conversations at Coffee Culture.
    Please accept my sincere condolences on your mom’s passing

  14. Ralph & Mary Fowler

    July 23, 2018 at 8:05 PM

    Our deepest sympathy at this most difficult time.

  15. Keith & Dianne

    July 23, 2018 at 8:04 PM

    To The Mountenay Families:

    Thinking of everyone at this sad and difficult time. Jim & Vera were the best neighbours, and looked after our
    children when we first moved here. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God bless all.
    Hugs Ernie & Dianne Ahrens

  16. Verna

    July 23, 2018 at 7:47 PM

    Our deepest condolences to Tony, Debbie and family. Love Ritchie &Verna (family).

  17. Carol Coleman

    July 23, 2018 at 6:34 PM

    Eugene & Sylvia and all family members; thinking of you at this sorrowful time. Vera will be missed. BUT, take care and each of you will see her in your dreams. Cherish your fondest memories and share them as you celebrate her life! Sorry for your loss.

  18. Jim & Veldora Scott

    July 23, 2018 at 5:41 PM

    Our sincerest condolences to Eugene, Sylvia and the entire Mountenay family on their sudden loss.

  19. Marion McCarter

    July 23, 2018 at 4:22 PM

    To The Mountenay Families:
    Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time. Vera was a neighbour ever since they moved to Exeter. She was such a gracious lady and babysitter for many a child. I was an at-home mom at the time and enjoyed visiting with her even after she had given up her babysitting. Deepest Sympathy.
    Marion McCarter

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