Passed away peacefully at the Exeter Villa with her family by her side on Monday, July 31, 2023, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Elwyn Kerslake (2002). Proud mom of the late Paul Kerslake (2021), Karen and Bob Snow, Janet and Gerald Weido, Steve Kerslake, and Craig Kerslake and Wendy Becker. Adored grandma of Michelle and Greg, Leanne and Mark, Darren and Heather; Angela and Scott, Amy and Jamie, Jeff and Michelle; Rylan; Matt and Stacey, Shawn and Riley, and Drew and Melissa and great-grandma of Porter, Harrison, Mae, Will, Olivia, Mason, Hunter, Avery, Jordan, Dexden, Bennett, Gavin, Rowan, Kaisley, Graelyn, and Emerson. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Norma Ball, Pat Veal, Hazel Crockford, Phyllis Case, Pat and Jake Schroeder, and Marion Kerslake. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents William and Annie (Elford) Veal, her brother Ross, sister Mildred and her husband Donald Penhale, and brother-in-law Arthur Ball.
Wilma loved to spend time on the farm in Winchelsea, it was her happy place. She had the perfect spot in her chair looking out the window, watching and counting the cars go by. She enjoyed the peaceful surroundings of the farm along with the animals that would be around. Above all, she loved to spend time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
A private family funeral service will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to South Huron Hospital Foundation or Diabetes Canada.
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George and Sue Wilson
Karen, Janet and families, brothers and their families, heartfelt condolences on your loss of your Mother, Grandmother. Cherish your precious memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Exeter Villa
The residents and staff of the Exeter Villa send their heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Bob & Sharon Pavkeje and family
Sending our sympathy to your family.
Dorothy Stephen
My sincere sympathy to Wilma’s entire family and to her sister Norma.
Wilma was a kind neighbour and a very good friend to me.
She was a really nice person. I remember one of her favourite songs was “The Green Green Grass of Home”. Now she is truly HOME.
Dorothy Stephen
Dave & Diane Stephen
Karen, Janet, Steve, Craig and families,
Our sincere sympathy to the entire Kerslake family. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Dave and Diane Stephen
Brenda Hern
Karen and Bob, Janet and Gerald, Steve, Craig and Wendy and families – We send our condolences to you all at the passing of Wilma. It was a privilege to be a part of her life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
– Brenda and Ivan Hern
Alan &Michele Hodgert
To the Kerslake Family
Our sincere condolences to everyone .
Alan & Michele Hodgert and family
Ted & Chris Bibby
Our sincere condolences to all the Kerslake families.
Jim Fletcher
To the Kerslake Family,
Our sincere condolences to you on the loss of your family matriarch loving Mother and loving Grandmother…..may your memories hold her in your heart as you move forward in this difficult time.
Jim,Teri Orenchuk Fletcher
Sharon Passmore
Karen, Janet, Steve, Craig and families. So sorry to hear of Wilma’s passing. She was a wonderful person. I remember the wonderful meals and how she was always busy looking after the household when I was there for holidays. Her memories will always be in your heart
Helen, Ken & Zachary Kadey
To the Kerslake Family
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom, Grandma and Great-Grandma. Wilma was a wonderful woman.
Brenda Morrissey
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom and grandma. Hold on to your special memories. Thinking of you all. 🙏
Sherri Harrison
Our sincere sympathy to the Kerslake family. Wilma was a lovely soul. May she rest in peace.
Steve & Sherri
Bob and Helen Coates
Our sincere condolences to all of Wilma’s family. We are thinking of you and hope you find comfort in your memories. We are thinking of you and remember a lovely lady.
Pat & Cathy Melady
Sincere sympathy is extended to all of you in the Kerslake family. We had lots of fun with Elwyn & Wilma attending NK functions over the years, as well as family get-togethers. Hugs to everyone.
Pat & Cathy Melady
MaryJane Taylor
To All the Kerslake Families
My Sincere Sympathy in your loss …. Wilma will be smiling now with all her loved ones … Treasure all Your Special Memories…
Paul and Barb Storey
To the Kerslake Family,
Sincere condolences to you all at this very sad time.
Keeping you in our thoughts,
Paul and Barb Storey
Cheryl Becker
Kerslake Family
Our sincere sympathy to the entire Kerslake family. Thinking of you all at this sad and difficult time.
Greg and Cheryl Becker
Beth Cooper
To the Kerslake family
My sincere sympathies on the loss of your loved one.
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Beth Cooper
Richard Jennison
Sorry to hear about your Mom. Lots of memories , keep them close.
Carol Churchill
Karen,Janet, Steve, and Craig
Our sincere condolences for the loss of your Mom. I know you have many great memories to comfort you.
Winston and Carol
Bill & Louise Pincombe
Karen, Janet, Steve,Craig and families:
Sorry to read of Wilma’s passing. She was a kind, loveing mother/grandmother who will be greatly missed by everyone.
Please accept our sincere sympathy and hold all your great memories close in your hearts.
Bill, Louise & Scott Pincombe
Mark Heimrich
Karen, Janet, Steve, Craig & families;
Our sincere sympathy in the passing of your dear Mom & Grandma. Wilma was a wonderful lady. I have several fond memories of visiting Wilma & Elwyn at the Kerslake farm over the years. It was .always a fun visit. They were always very hospitable whether I was there to see Craig or later when they became valued customers. Cherish your memories. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Mark & Julie Heimrich, & Staff at Lifetime Water Products
Allan & Patty Case
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Aunt Wilma. Please keep the many memories from the farm, at Aunt Hazel’s cottage, the Kerslake Christmas’s and the many other family gatherings. She was a wonderful lady with a very big heart. She will be missed.
Allan, Patty and family
Dale Kerslake
Karen, Janet, Steve, Craig & families.
Sincere condolences on the passing of Aunt Wilma. May the memories of good times and her love of family comfort you at this tough time.
Dale Kerslake & family
Patty carter
We are sorry to hear of your Mother / Grandmother’s passing. Sending the Kerslake family our condolences at this difficult time
The Carter’s
Lu Keelan
To the Kerslake Family, my condolences on the passing of Wilma. Memories of our group visiting with her and Panda before going to the Kirkton fish fry for years. Keep your memories close .
Karen & Danny Masse & family
To the Kerslake family,
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your loved one. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Chuck & Pam Ross
We were so sorry to hear of your beloved mom and grandmother’s passing.
Clare & Brenda (Parsons) Martene
Dear: Karen, Janet, Steve, Craig & Families . . .
“Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories.”
Words, no matter how kind can’t mend your heartache. Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of Wilma. Your family has experienced a huge loss with her passing as a wonderful Mother, Grandma & Great-Grandma. As you gather to mourn her passing, may loving memories of an amazing woman replace your tears with smiles of happy times together . . . may you find strength in each other now & in the difficult days ahead. It is always hard to see our once lively parents age & eventually leave this world behind – but may it comfort you somewhat to know that your Mom is now at peace & reunited with your Dad & Paul in Heaven forever. Wilma’s devoted love of her family & those she held dear will forever live on in your hearts as precious memories & her legacy will live on in all of you . . .
We extend our sincerest condolences, thoughts & prayers to you all at this very heartbreaking time. God Bless 🙏🏻❤️
Sincerely, Clare & Brenda Martene & Family ❤️
Randy and Vicki Geoffrey
Sending heartfelt thoughts, Karen, Janet, Steve, Craig and Families,
A mother’s Love is always with her children. Losing a mother is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know. But her goodness, her caring and her wisdom live on- like a Legacy of Love that will forever be with you . May that Love surround you now and bring you peace. “Hugs “❤️
Doug Geoffrey
You have my deepest sympathy to all the KERSLAKE family may she rest in peace
Bill & Joanne Hodge
Deepest condolences to the family. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Cherish the wonderful memories you have.
Don & Joan Heywood
The Kerslake Family:
So sorry to read of your Mother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all at this sad time. Cherish the wonderful memories. Sincerely Don & Joan
Phil & Linda Regier
Our sincere sympathy of the passing of your dear Mother. Hope all the past memories will ease the pain you are having now!
Denise and Dave McCann
Our sincere sympathy to the entire Kerslake family at this sad time.
James Weston
Karen, Janet, Steve, Craig and families – Sending our sympathy to all of you in the loss of a wonderful, kind and caring neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Helen, Jim and Andrew
Larry and Sharon Lynn
Elwyn and Wilma were great neighbours of the Lynn family for many decades. We have many fond memories of their family from over the years. Wilma worked hard at providing for the needs of her family but always had time for a drop in visit when high-spirited conversation would cover the matters of the day. We extend our sympathy to the Kerslake family as they mourn their loss. Hugs to you all.
Larry and Sharon
Rick & Marilyn Vandenbussche
To the Kerslake family
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mom. Thinking of everyone in the days ahead. She is now at peace.
Dianne & Keith Ahrens
Karen Bob and The Kerslake Family: So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. Deepest sympathy to all, our thoughts and prayers are with all the family. Hugs Ernie Dianne and family
Liz Bender Millson
Sincere sympathies to all the Kerslake family.
Liz and Don Millson
Aldeen Skinner
To All the Kerslake family: My sincere sympathy to each of the kerslake family. Memories are so precious.
Janice Webber
We are saddened to read this, your Mom will be missed by so many. Lots of stories and good memories to share as you celebrate her life.
Our sincere sympathy
Janice & Craig
Joan Mitchell
To all the Kerslake family,
Sincere condolences to each of you on the passing of Wilma.
What happy memories we have of being farm neighbours to her. Joan particularly remembers her kindness and good meals when having sleepovers with Karen.
May each of you feel comforted and at peace.
Bill Allen and his daughters Susan, Joan and Carol.
Margaret Prout
Sending sincere condolences to all Wilma’s family and friends. Cherish all
your wonderful memories and may they help you now and in the weeks to
come.
Heather Kennedy
To the Kerslake family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies and condolences on the loss of your mother and grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Take care
Mary Ann Bender
Sorry to hear of Wilma’s passing Our condolences to all the Kerslake family. Don and Mary Ann Bender.
Janice & Bill Brock
Our condolences to the entire family, we have many great memories of our times spent together years ago. I can hear Wilma and my mom having a great laugh together.
Hugs to you all
Jeff Borland
Karen,Janet,Steve,Craig & Family.
Sending my Condolence in the passing of your Mother & Grandmother.
Wilma will be missed.
Jeff Borland
Pam Benoit
Steve, Rylan and the Kerslake family,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your cherished Mom/Grandma. I trust you will keep your wonderful memories with you as your grieve her loss. Deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Pam, Bernie and family
Colleen Kerslake
The Kerslake Family
Thinking of all of you during this difficult time
Colleen & Paul
Sue Riley
Thinking of all during this difficult time.
Doug and Betty Lynn Eckel
Our sincere sympathy to the entire Kerslake family. Thinking of you all at this sad and difficult time.
June E Morenz
My sincerest condolences to everyone at this time. Hugs to all.
Bill & Darlene Hooper
Our sincere condolences to the entire Kerslake family on the passing of your Mother.
Thinking of you all.
Bill & Darlene Hooper
Anne & Ted Kernick
To the Kerslake family:
Sincere sympathy on the loss of Wilma. Hopefully your happy memories will comfort you.
Thinking of you.
Karen Brock
To Wilma’s Family
My condolences to you all for the loss of Wilma. I have many fond memories of our weekly visits. Shared many laughs and a few tears. She sure was proud of you all. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Karen
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To the Kerslake family
Sorry to learn of your Mother’s passing.
May your memories bring you comfort in the future.
Our condolences to all
Liz Campbell
Karen, Janet, Spec, Craig and families
We are sorry about your loss of your Mom. Thinking of you all.
Sincerely Liz Campbell & Ron Kennedy xoxo
Catherine Heimpel
My deepest sympathies to Janet, Gerald and the entire Kerslake family. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time
Catherine
Greg & Brenda Dayman
To All The Kerslake Family
Sending our Condolences on the Loss of your Mom & Grandma.
Thinking of You. Hope your Memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Gary and Bonnie Lawrence
To the Kerslake family: our sincere condolences for your loss.
Donna Coveney
The Kerslake Family,
My thoughts are with you always and especially now.
Love Always,
Donna Coveney
Merv & Evelyn Durnin
Our sincere sympathy to all the Kerslake family. Merv and Evelyn Durnin.
Murray and Barb Parsons
Our sincere condolences to your family at this difficult time.
Murray and Barb Parsons
Gar Penhale
To Special and the rest of the Kerslake family
I’m very to hear about the passing of your Mom. Thinking of you and would like to extend my deepest sympathy.
Gar
Maureen Wood
To all of The Kerslake Family;
My Sincere Condolences on The Loss of your Mom & Grandma.
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Donna-Jean Dietrich & Rob Bilcke
To the Kerslake family,
Condolence’s to you all at this sad time, hold on the wonderful memories. I am going to miss your moms spunk.
Scot Morgan and Judy Parsons
Dear, Karen, Janet, Steve and Craig, your spouses and families.
Sending sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom. We will be thinking of you at this sad time. Cherish all your memories.
Scot and Judy
Mary Cronyn
Deepest sympathy to the entire family.My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Steve Sararas
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our condolences go out to all the family.
Steve and Sandy
Mark&Judy Cronyn
Karen, Janet, Steve, Craig and families.
Our condolences to all at this sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers,
Treasure all of your wonderful memories.
Sincerely
Mark & Judy
Dalton Ford
To the Kerslake Family; condolences for your loss. Dalt
Jeff O'Brien
To the Kerslake family,
My sincere condolences to you on the loss of your mother.
Wendy Case
Dear, Karen, Janet, Steve and Craig, your spouses and families.
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Aunt Wilma. May your happy memories bring peace at this sad time.
Sincerely,
Pete and Wendy and family
Dianne Skinner
To All The Kerslake Family : So sorry for the loss of your Mom . You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Hang on to all the memories .
Donna (Heywood Regier)
My deepest sympathy to the Kerslake family
Cherish your memories,it’s not easy to part with our loved ones,unfortunately we all have to go down this road Hugs to all 💞
Joyce Black
Sympathy to all the families in the passing of your Mom/Grandmother. Thinking of you in the days ahead.
Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber
To Wilma’s family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Keep your memories tucked in your hearts and she will walk beside you unseen and unheard. Dianne
George and Elaine Keller
The Kerslake Family
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. Thinking of you during this sad time.
Ron & Marion
Our sincere condolences to all of Aunt Wilma’s family. Know we are thinking of all of you at this difficult time, but she will be at peace now!
Joan Finkbeiner
To the Kerslake family
My condolences to all of you. You will miss her but remember all the good times that you had at the farm.
Joan Finkbeiner
Ralph & Denise Batten
Our deepest sympathy to all of Wilma family. She will be missed by many. Hugs to all.
Joyce & Frank Maas
To Karen & Bob, and the entire Kerslake Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Wilma. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this very sad time.
Joyce & Frank Maas
Les and Kate Cunningham
So sorry to hear about your mother. Our thoughts are with you. Remember the good times.
Catherine Melady
My sympathy to all the Kerslake family. Thinking of all of you at this time.
Marion McCarter
To the Kerslake Families:
Condolences to you on the loss of your mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Her memories will now become treasures you will carry in your hearts forever.
Marion
Gary & Geraldine Parsons
We were sorry to hear of Wilma’s passing. We have very fond memories of Wilma and Elwyn.
Ron and Karen Simpson
To the Kerslake Family , sorry to see your Mother has passed , was glad I had seen both you girls last Thursday outside with your Mom at the Villa , a blessing for her and all of you , you have our condolences
Pauline Miller
To all of Wilma’s family,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this very sad & difficult time!💕
Rodger and Charlene Finkbeiner
Sincere sympathy to all the Kerslake Family.
Debbie Case
My sincere sympathy to all of Wilma’s family. May she now rest in peace! Hugs to all!
Rochelle Gibbings
Our deepest sympathies to you and your families on the passing of your mom, grandma and great grandma.
Rochelle, Lee & Family
Ron & Karen Rupert
To the entire Kerslake Families. May you all treasure the memories you all hold of your mom, grandma and great grandma. Hugs to you all she will be missed dearly.
Evelyn Steckle Vincent
To Wilma’s family
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. May the good memories help bring peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Larry and Faye Skinner
To the Kerslake and Veal families:
We are thinking of all of you at this time and send our deepest condolences.
We wish you peace and comfort as you grieve this loss of a mom, grandma and great grandma.
Don’t let go of your precious memories.
Larry and Faye Skinner
Cindy Taylor
To the Kerslake family I would like to send my condolences of the passing of your Mom. I had the pleasure when working at the Villa to look after Wilma and will have fond memories of her.
Dave Keys
Craig and Wendy
So sorry to hear of Craig’s Moms passing. Our sincere condolences to you and the Kerslake family
Dave, Shelly and Rachelle Keys
Kathy Hayter
The family of Wilma are in my thoughts and prayers ,keep all your fun loving memories close to your heart
Shirley Kerslake
Sending my sympathy to all of Wilma’s family. The last years of Wilma’s life weren’t kind to her but she is now at peace. You all will have lots of wonderful memories!
Shirley
Colleen and Terry
To All Aunt Wilma’s Family;
Sorry to hear of her passing but knew she was facing many challenges over the past few years. A very lovely lady with a big heart and pride in her family. Rest well!
Colleen and Terry Lang
Jon & Chelsey Passmore
Dear Kerslake Family,
Condolences on the loss of your Mom, Grandma, and Great-Grandma. We are keeping you in our thoughts and hope your memories bring you comfort in the coming days and weeks.
Jon, Chelsey & Taylor Passmore
Cathy Batten
To the Kerslake Family
My condolences to you all at this time, with the loss of Wilma.
Treasure the Memories that you all have of her, as I’m sure you all have many.
Thinking of you all at this sad time, take care.
Cathy
Marion Van Roestel-Jeffery
Karen and Bob and Kerslake family.
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Wilma was a great lady. Have many fond memories of her when we were young.
Thinking of you.
Marion and Shawn
Joan Cleave
My condolences to all the Kerslake Family. Thing of you at this sad time in your lives.
Joan Cleave
Yvonne Elliott
To the Kerslake Family
Our condolences at the loss of your Mother, Grandmother and Gr. Grandmother. She was a wonderful
Lady and will be missed all of you. It was a pleasure to have known her. Thinking of you at this time.
Sincerely
John & Yvonne