Suddenly, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, Eric George Mansfield of Exeter, formerly of Hensall, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2014. Beloved husband of Eleanor (Venner) Mansfield. Dear father of Paul Mansfield and his wife Susan Feaver-Mansfield. Dear brother of Helen Eedy and brother-in-law of Kay Mansfield. Predeceased by his parents Stanley and Ellen (Skelhorn) Mansfield and three brothers Robert, John and Joe.Sadly missed by his canine buddy Kasey. Eric was a long time elementary school teacher for the Huron County Board of Education. He was a long time member of the Oddfellows Lodge and Masons in Hensall and Exeter.
Visitation at McBeath’s, 79 King St. Hensall on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be conducted on Thursday September 11, 2014 at 2 p.m. Rev. Pirie Mitchell officiating. Interment McTaggart’s Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Society or Adopt-A-Pet/Pet Rescue Lucknow.
MANSFIELD: Eric George of Exeter, formerly Hensall
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Condolence From: Jerry &Linda (Sangster) Traquair
Mr. Mansfield taught ‘us’ in grades 4, 5 and 6 at Hensall Public School( 1962-1965) . I have often contemplated why any sane individual would do this and came up with the idea that he just wanted to parent an extra 30 or so pre-teen kids. You see, he didn’t just teach us from September through June, but also ran the village’s summer recreation program. What was he thinking? :)
I do not doubt that his guidance helped many to hone their language/writing skills and in others instilled the desire to pass. It was not a unique situation, considering one-room school houses still existed, but a curious one. I am sure he had options and yet he chose to stick with us…go figure?
We did not study French, as a subject in public school. back in the day, but I still fondly recall his recitation of “De Ol’ Stovepipe ‘ole.” I believe his teaching fostered a love of languages for me and for others. English, Latin and French were amongst my ‘best’ subjects in high school and I believe I have Mr. Mansfield to thank for that.
As part of our church family and through Jerry’s involvement in Lodge, we saw Eleanor and Eric often. I can’t help but think that he still assumed a parenting role towards his former students. :)
Our sincere condolences to Eric’s family…wishing you all fond memories and peace.
Condolence From: Jullie. Godwin
Dear Paul,
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing.
Memories of French Class, and more recently, ice cream in Bayfield come to mind when thinking of your dad at this difficult time. Teaching kids a second language had to have been difficult at times, no question about it. Mr. Mansfield taught with passion, dedication and precise enunciation during every class. Stand proud in knowing he was one of those teachers this student never forgot.
Jullie Godwin (Brown)
Condolence From: Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber
Dear Eleanor & Paul, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember the good times and Eric will be with you in your hearts forever,
Dianne, Linda and Steven.
Condolence From: Lloyd and June Coopeer
Our deepest sympathy to you Eleanor and Paul, cherish the memories they last forever. Thinking of you.
Condolence From: Kristen Eedy
Eleanor and Paul,
I am very sorry to hear about Eric, my father’s uncle and my grandma’s brother.
My condolences to you all at this difficult time.
Condolence From: Janeth Sangster
Thinking of you and your family and remembering Eric’s kind deeds at school.
Condolence From: Bill Tinney
Eleanor and family
Sorry to hear of Eric’s passing, Cherish the memories they will last for ever.