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MOUSSEAU: Donald “Don” John Ridley of RR 2 Hensall

August 25, 2019 By Haskett Funeral Homes 38 Condolences

MOUSSEAU: Donald “Don” John Ridley of RR 2 Hensall

Peacefully at Stratford General Hospital on Saturday, August 24, 2019 of RR 2 Hensall at the age of 88. Cherished husband of the late Shirley (Taylor) Mousseau (January, 2019). Loving father of Jon Mousseau and Gayle Beuermann of Bayfield, and Sue Mousseau of RR 2 Hensall. Dear brother-in-law of Bob Elliot of Tavistock, and Bob Russell of Exeter. Predeceased by his parents Alex and Mary (Ridley) Mousseau, brothers Garnet, and Lloyd and sisters Irene Oesch, and Jean Elliot.

Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, EXETER on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Lion’s service will be held in the funeral home at 6:30 PM. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday, August 28th at 11 AM. Interment Hensall Union Cemetery.

Donations to Exeter Lions Club or charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. Paul Elder

    September 4, 2019 at 4:17 PM

    Jon, Gayle and Sue,

    So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing, he was a good man and a wonderful neighbour. He will be missed.
    Please except our sincerest condolences.

    Paul and Sheila Elder and Family.

  2. Bob and Nancy Campbell

    August 29, 2019 at 6:48 PM

    Jon, Gayle & Sue

    Please accept our sincere condolences. We will treasure our memories of Don and the fun times from “Chalet” days.

  3. John & Arlene Berendsen

    August 28, 2019 at 9:24 PM

    Sorry to hear of your loss….John Berendsen & family

  4. Jack Hopkins

    August 28, 2019 at 6:27 PM

    So sorry for your loss Sue. Thinking of you and yours.

  5. Christina Scott

    August 28, 2019 at 1:47 PM

    Jon, Gayle and Sue
    Sorry for the loss of your father. We have great memories our times with him and your mom at their place and the cabin. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

    Christina, Alicia and Amy Scott

  6. Rob & Lisa Elder

    August 28, 2019 at 8:03 AM

    Jon & Sue. Sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He was always a kind man and always wanted to chat whenever we crossed paths. He was the one that I remember as a little kid with dad at the Chalet. He will be missed.

  7. Gord Lobb

    August 27, 2019 at 8:58 PM

    Sue,
    Sorry to hear the passing of your father. My thoughts are with you and your family.
    Sincerely,
    Gord Lobb

  8. Donna Perry

    August 27, 2019 at 5:04 PM

    Sue, Jon and Gayle So sorry to hear of the passing of Don have lots of fun memories. I am sure you will cherish all the wonderful memories you have of your parents.
    With Deepest Sympathy Donna Perry

  9. Alan & Denean Renning

    August 27, 2019 at 4:31 PM

    We’re sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Our thoughts are with you during this sad time.

  10. Melissa Steinbach

    August 27, 2019 at 9:33 AM

    Sincere condolences Sue on the passing of your dad.
    Melissa Steinbach

  11. Joan Middleton

    August 27, 2019 at 9:32 AM

    Deepest sympathies, our families have shared many happy memories with our parents we will treasure all the good times. We had a great visit with Don at Decoration Sunday he was entertaining as usual with a great big smile.

    Bob and Joan Middleton

  12. louise haggitt

    August 27, 2019 at 8:41 AM

    Sue, Jon, and Gayle
    sorry to hear of Dons passing he will be missed . but he is back in the arms of Shirley . I will miss seeing him cutting grass , and sneaking around in that bright yellow truck,
    Rest In Peace Don

  13. Lawrence Stevens

    August 26, 2019 at 8:04 PM

    So sad to learn of Don’s passing. I always looked forward to chatting with Don at the Lion’s functions. He is greatly missed.

  14. Cathy McIvor

    August 26, 2019 at 7:01 PM

    So sorry to hear of your father’s passing Sue. Thinking of you.

  15. Winnie Darnbrough

    August 26, 2019 at 6:47 PM

    Sue and family..my sympathy in the loss of your Father.a tough year for you.
    Winnie

  16. Jen Bonello ( Taylor)

    August 26, 2019 at 1:50 PM

    Sue and John,
    Thinking of you during this difficult time. Hold your dad’s memories close to your heart.

  17. Dina VanderWal

    August 26, 2019 at 1:32 PM

    Sue, Don and Gayle

    Sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Dina

  18. John Wesley(Mousseau)

    August 26, 2019 at 12:24 PM

    Cousin Donald was my Friend and my hero when I spent my summers at the farm. When I got myself in trouble with Uncle Alec, Don was the referee who saved me from harsh punishment which I certainly deserved. God bless him and I miss him.

  19. Liz Herman

    August 26, 2019 at 10:32 AM

    Dear “Security Sue”: Thinking of you as I read of your Dad’s passing. May he rest in peace , with your Mom.. Take care. Sincerely: Floyd and Liz Herman

  20. Evelyn Vincent

    August 26, 2019 at 7:52 AM

    So sorry to read of Don’s passing. He was a good man.

  21. Chris Keller

    August 26, 2019 at 7:21 AM

    Jon, Sue and Gayle, I’m sorry for your loss and sincere condolences. Uncle Dunk was a great man and a great Lion and the Lions Club will not be the same without him.

    Chris Keller

  22. Sue Riley

    August 25, 2019 at 11:32 PM

    Sue, Jon and Gayle….My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sue Riley

  23. Pamela Munn

    August 25, 2019 at 10:19 PM

    Jon, Gayle, Sue and the whole Mousseau family: my thoughts are with you. Donald was a great neighbour and someone I am proud to share Ausable Line with. My deepest condolences.

  24. Jackie Ferris

    August 25, 2019 at 10:07 PM

    So sorry to hear of your loss. He was a very nice man. I made him a new top for his boat and enjoyed visiting with Don and Shirley. They are now together.

  25. Brenda Palsa

    August 25, 2019 at 9:19 PM

    Sue- my deepest condolences always enjoyed your parents they were a great couple now together- I will always remember Don’s big bright smile

  26. Rob and Tara

    August 25, 2019 at 9:05 PM

    Susan, Jon and Gayle
    Unfortunately these are days we all know are coming but that still doesn’t make it any easier to accept.
    You guys are the greatest cousins anyone could ask for !!!
    He was everybody’s Uncle Dunk,but not many had the privilege of calling him Uncle Don like we did !!!
    RIP Uncle Don you were a great man I was proud to call my uncle

    Rob and Tara Russell

  27. Dave frayne and Cathy Cade

    August 25, 2019 at 8:27 PM

    To Jon, Gayle and Sue:
    Sorry to learn of Don’s passing. He and your Mother were great people, she taught me in Public School and your Dad always had a story to tell, fish to catch and cards to play. He enjoyed his time on Manitoulin Island at the hunt camp and visiting our camp and others from this area while up there.

  28. Dan & Julie Turkheim

    August 25, 2019 at 7:48 PM

    Jon, Gayle & Sue – Our heartfelt condolences to you all. Your loss will be felt by many. All your memories are treasures to hold close to your hearts. Rest In Peace Uncle Dunkle.
    Dan & Julie Turkheim

  29. Keith and Rose

    August 25, 2019 at 7:41 PM

    To the Mousseau family our sincere condolense to all of you thinking of the great memories.

  30. Janet Corbett

    August 25, 2019 at 5:44 PM

    Sue John and Gayle,

    We are so sorry to hear that your dad passed away. He was a fabulous fun friend to our folks, Ross and Donna and Don and Viv. Sending love and sympathies your way.

    Jeff and Janet Corbett

  31. Glen and Donna Greb

    August 25, 2019 at 5:43 PM

    Sue and Jon and Gayle. Please accept our sincere condolences. He was always happy to talk especially about hunting. Glen and Donna Greb

  32. Rob and Michelle Reid

    August 25, 2019 at 5:25 PM

    Our thoughts and Prayers are with the family. Don will be missed but never forgotten. So many wonderful memories of Don and Shirley over our times together at many Lions functions. Rest In Peace Don.????

  33. Marilyn Kenda

    August 25, 2019 at 4:30 PM

    Sue, Jon and Gayle
    So sorry for the loss of your dear father. The days ahead will be difficult but know that your Mom will be there waiting with open arms and they are together again. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

  34. Paul & Beth Anstett

    August 25, 2019 at 3:58 PM

    Jon, Gayle & Sue,
    We are saddened to hear of Lion Don “Uncle Dunk’s” passing. He was a fine gentleman and a great Lion & mentor. We have many fond memories of Do & Shirley. We have lost another great humanitarian and Heaven has gained another Angel. May he rest easy.
    Paul & Beth Anstett

  35. Tony/Marlene Bedard

    August 25, 2019 at 3:56 PM

    So sorry for your loss. So many fond memories of PINERIDGE CHALET DAYS.!!

  36. Mary & John Elder

    August 25, 2019 at 2:29 PM

    Jon & Sue, So very sorry for another loss to you both. Your parents were always the best neighbours and dear friends. I remember many good times out on the sleds. May great memories help you through the days ahead. Mary & John

  37. Sandra Funk

    August 25, 2019 at 2:15 PM

    Sue, Jon & Gayle:

    Don Dearly Loved his family; and his family returned that Love two-fold.
    I visited Don a week and a half ago, and I will always remember his smile “Come on in.”
    My heartfelt sympathy to each of you – Sue, Jon, Gayle. May Don Rest-in- Peace!

    Sandra, Michael and Brian and families.

  38. Tom Raymond

    August 25, 2019 at 1:20 PM

    Jon, Sue and Gayle. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Sincere condolences from the entire Raymond family.

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