Peacefully at Mitchell Nursing home on Saturday, May 2, 2020 of Kirkton at the age of 81. Cherished companion of Betty (Wilson) Hockey for over 31 years. Much loved step-father of Jeff and Shellie Hockey, Jan and the late Doug Cooper, and Danny and Suzan Hockey. Proud step-grandfather of Mike and Brittney, Curtis and Krista, Kaylin; Amber, Carson; Luke and Jessica, Adam and Tinisha, Jayda, Denver, Sadie, and Dayton and great-grandfather of Jaxon, Owen, Chloe, Steven, Isabella, Oliver, and Aiden. Loving brother of Jean Ross. Dear uncle of Tim and Ellen, Dan and Teresa, and Tracy and Jamie. Predeceased by his brother Mervin Shute and sister Marion Barr.
A private family funeral service will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter on Saturday, May 9th at 1 PM. Interment Kirkton Union Cemetery. Although the service is private, please join the family from the comfort of your home, and stream the service live by visiting https://www.facebook.com/haskettfh (No account is required). If you are unable to join with the family on Saturday, please visit the facebook page to watch the service at another time.
Donations to South Huron Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Lyle and Polly Wiebe
The Shute family is in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss seeing Ed coming around every once in a while.May God’s presence and grace be with you now and always.
Lyle and Polly Wiebe
Nancy DeLorey
Dear Betty and family
We are thinking of you lots during this difficult time. He will truly be missed by many.
I hope some of his humour will be passed down to his step-Grandchildren.
The Barr Christmas gatherings will not be the same without Uncle Edwin. He brought
such a spark to the day. He will be forever fondly remembered by the whole Barr family.
Hugs to everyone.
Love Nancy ( Barr ) DeLorey and Tim, Shelley and Rebecca
Bev and Lloyd Walkom
Our sincerest sympathy to all of the family in the loss of Edwin. Thinking of you in this difficult time especially when families and friends cannot be together.
Stan Francis
Betty
Stan spent many years hunting racoons with Ed
He will miss all the time that they spent together
Mary Barr Sanford
Mega fond Memories of Uncle Edwin: tossing an Apple & joining You for Apple Pie. Hugs to Betty, Mary Barr Sanford
Ted Bibby
Betty and Families,
My condolences to all. Enjoyed many chats with Ed at the elevator and
some fishing trips with him and Bob along with coon hunting all hours of
the night years ago. He’ll be missed.
Tammy
Sorry for your loss.
Tammy Hawkins
Ross and Marilyn Robinson
Betty and family
Thinking of you at this sad time. Our deepest sympathy.
Glenn and Marilyn
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time
George and Sue Wilson
Betty, Jeff and Shellie, Jan, Dan and Suzan and families, sending our heartfelt sympathy to everyone at this sad time. Remember your happy memories. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue and family
Heather & Jason Bauer
Betty, hugs to you at this time. We will miss him alot.
Rick & Marilyn Vandenbussche
Betty, our sympathy on Edwin’s passing. Thinking of you in your time of sorrow.
Marg Prout
Betty and family….
Sincere condolences to you and all your family. Cherish all the good times and keep those
Memories close to your heart. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Judi Wilson
Dear Aunt Betty,
We are very sorry for your loss and are thinking of you at this difficult time and send our love.
Bob and Carol edwards
To the Barr family and Betty so sorry yo hear about the passing of Edwin our hearts go out to you all ❤️
Norm and Joy Barr
Dear Betty: Thinking of you at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bless you for taking care of Uncle Edwin over many years.
Tina Riley-Ankers
Betty and Family
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Ed. May the memories you have of him bring you some people and help you through these tough days ahead. Thinking of all of you and sending my condolences and prayers .
Floyd Riley and Family
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Helen and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Darryl Kennedy
Betty and family my deepest condolences on the passing of Ed.
Stan & Joan Francis
Betty & family
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time
Sharon McLeod
Jeff,Shellie and Jan sorry to hear about the passing of your stepdad.Thinking of yours Sharon McLeod and family.
Cathie Wuerth
Aunt Betty, Jeff & Shelley, Jan, Danny & Susan and families, sending my deepest sympathies & hugs to everyone. Sorry for your loss.
jack triebner
To Betty sorry to hear about the passing of Ed
I have known Ed and yourself for many years.
Our condolence to the family.
Your Friends Jack Triebner & friend Betty Blue .