Passed away peacefully at Huronlea Home for the Aged, Brussels on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at the age of 95. Beloved husband and best friend of the late Nelly (Smits) Arts for 63 years. Loving father of Joanne (Larry), John (Hilrita), Harry (Donna), Gary (Pat), Lou (Gina), Dan (Heather), Tony (Susan), and Marg (Bill). Cherished Grandpa of Jeremy, Kevin (Megan); Robyn (Adam), Nicholas, Tyson (Jenn), Hailey, Kaleb (Taylor); Jenna (Matthew), Abby (Blake), Trisha (Charles); Ally (Mark); Justin (Jessica), Kaitlin (Jesse), Tabitha (Justin), Natasha; Katlyn; Ashley (Dorothy), Kristen (Matt), Jesse (Alex), and Jason. Great-grandpa of Gabryelle; Anderson, Hudson, Griffin; Rylee, Emma, Dylan; Mila, Maxine, Niko; Louie, Nora; Chloe; Lincoln, Hayden, Austin; Scarlett; Mckinley, Riley, Avery; Harold, and Eleanor. Dear brother of Mary, Till, Nellie, Anne, George (Mary Lou), Henny, Bill (Mary Lou), Hubert (June); and brother-in-law of Francien, Oda, Jan, and Mien. Predeceased by his son Joseph, parents John and Anna (Kessels) Arts, sister Dean (Martin), brother Leo, and siblings-in-law, Cor, Gary, Pierre, Marie (Gerhard), Jo (Francis), Jo, Trus (Jan), Louis (Toos), and Huub. Harry will be missed by his many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Uniac and the entire staff at Huronlea Home for the Aged for the love and care provided to Harry during his stay.
Harry’s Funeral Mass will be held at St. James Catholic Church, 22 Victoria Street, Seaforth on Saturday, October 26th at 11 AM. Interment at St. James Catholic Cemetery, Seaforth. Following the interment, family and friends are invited to gather at the Seaforth Community Centre for a time of reception.
If you are unable to attend the service in person, the family invites you to watch the mass recording on Saturday afternoon at www.facebook.com/haskettfh.
Donations to the Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Robert Reid
To the entire Arts Family, extending deepest sympathy to All. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Robert and Liz Reid
John and Michelle Wilson
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Harry was a dear man! Sending hugs💕
Bonnie Manders
Sincere Sympathy to Till, Hubert & June and all the Arts Famiy.
RIP Harry.
Kathy Smith
Kathy Smith.
Our condolences to the Arts Family on the passing of Harry sorry for your loss.
Glen and Deb Haney
Dear Arts family.
Our deepest condolences on the loss of Dad, Grandpa , Oppa and friend.
Harry’s strong farming background reminds us of his hard work farming and life. What a memorable virtue to bestow on you , to be able to carry that forward to be appreciated by you all. God s Blessings to at this difficult time.
Glen and Deb Haney
Brian and Wendy Murray
Sending sincere condolences to the Arts family. Harry has gifted all with a long life and many memories for comfort in the days ahead.
Bill Duffy
Tony and Susan and Family sorry to hear of your Dads passing my sincere sympathies to you and all the Arts Families.
(Janice Carnochan
To the entire Arts Family, extending deepest sympathy to All. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Gord And Janice
Carolanne Doig
To the entire Arts family, my sincerest sympathy. Thinking of all at this sad time.
Ron & Betty McCallum
To The Arts family.
Sending our deepest condolences on the passing of Harry Sr.We are thinking of you all.
Ron &Betty McCallum
John Munro
Sorry to see Harry has passed away . May our thoughts and prayers be with all the family members. John Munro & Rose Burgess
Brian & Helen Oldfield
To the Arts Family we send our heartfelt condolences and prayers at this sad time.
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Keith and Joan Eaton
Arts Family, we are so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. We have been friends for many years and have lots of great memories. He sure will be missed by all.
Connie & Mike Marion
Sorry to hear this. Sending hugs and prayers to the family 🙏🏻🤗
Liz (Pryce) Jenkin
Harry, Donna and Family
Extending my sympathies for the loss of your father. May the love and memories you shared provide comfort and support in the days ahead.
Sibyl Henderson
To the Arts family we offer our condolences. We were in awe to read the obituary of this man’s beautiful big family. What a wonderful way to leave this world surrounded by so much love. Bill and Sibyl Henderson
Dorothy Medd + Russ Jackson
Sending sincere condolences to everyone. May all your happy memories help you through these difficult times. Sending hugs,
Dorothy + Russ
Kate Farwell
Uncle John, Tante Hilrita, Robyn, Nick, Tyson, Hailey, Kaleb & families –
My condolences on your family’s loss of your dad, grandpa & great-grandpa. Thinking of you and sending my love.
Colin Young
Harry and Donna and Entire Art’s Family
I so sorry for your loss of your dad may his memory be a blessing
Mary, Kevin, Curtis(Nicole) and Courtney Bennett
To The Arts Family; sending you our deepest condolences on the passing of Harry Sr. We are thinking of you all during this difficult time. 🤍
KIM KRUSE
Thinking of you and your family, Harry and Donna. May your memories help you at this difficult time.
Kim and George
Gary and Dianne Bennett
With our deepest sympathy , to the Art’s family . Thinking of you all in this time of sorrow.
Tom Barry
Our Condolences on the passing of Harry Sr.
Barbara and Dennis Courtis
To all of Uncle Harry’s family, sorry for your loss.