Peacefully at South Huron Hospital on April 22, 2022. Born in Shipka Ontario in 1922 she became a life long resident of Exeter after marrying her “one & only” Robert Charles Dinney who predeceased her in 1999 after 56 years of marriage.
Cherished mother of Susan Borrowman (Bob) of Kelowna BC, Bill Dinney (Cathy) of Exeter, the late Brenda Burchell (2019) (Bob) of Cambridge and Jon Dinney (Rae Ann) of St Joseph.
Loved by her grandchildren Max Borrowman (Rhiannon), Simon Dinney (Robin), Molly Learn (Josh), Bronwyn Forbes (Russ), Carly Burchell (Kevin), Paige Burchell (Ryan), Sunny Dinney (Geir Arne), Jayden Dinney (Ellen) and Maria Sheinberg (Mick). Fondly remembered by her step grandchildren Kyle Fusick (Steph) and Justine Fusick (Tim), Cody and Jessie Hensels, and her 11 great grandchildren.
Dear sister of Elsie Hermann and late sister in law Dinty Gaiser who just passed on April 23. Predeceased by brothers Art and Mel Gaiser, and by her grand daughter Shannon (1982). Also fondly remembered and loved by many nieces and nephews. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother, and a role model to many. They all remember her caring and welcoming ways.
Ada was a dynamic part of the Exeter community volunteering in many different ways. After their marriage in 1943, Bob was immediately sent overseas. During this time Ada worked as a trusted employee at the Bank of Montreal. She also volunteered as an Akela for the cubs. When Bob returned from overseas she left her job and took over a new job as mother to 4 kids all born within 5 years.
Ada was one of the founding members of the Huron Country Playhouse Guild 50 years ago, and also served in the hospital auxiliary and was on the Lioness committee involved in the redesign of Victoria Park. She was a lifelong honorary member in the Beta Sigma Phi sorority and also has been a UCW member at Exeter United Church for many years. One of her many pleasures was decorating the front of the church for Sunday services. Her faith and her church were very important to her. Also she was thrilled to receive the Queen’s Jubilee medal for a significant contribution to her community in 2002 and the Huron Bruce Remarkable Citizen Award of 2017.
Ada and Bob together travelled to many parts of the world and Ada never turned down an opportunity to travel even after Bob was gone. She loved people and was always interested in a new adventure.
Her many interests included china painting of which there are many examples throughout her home. She had an immense Santa collection and her over 200 Santas were featured in an article in the Exeter Times Advocate. She loved her home and all the “stuff” in it. Almost every article in her home had a story and she also loved her garden which has always been an immense pleasure to her. Over the past 2 years she derived so much pleasure just looking out her windows admiring her past gardening efforts through the changing seasons.
If you visited Ada at her house you couldn’t help but notice how excited she was about any holiday. She has a huge amount of decorations for Christmas, Easter, St Patrick’s Day, Valentine’s Day and she really had a lot of fun with Hallowe’en. Ada was always up for a good laugh and a good time with friends and family. We will always remember her smile and laughter.
How can we be sad about a life so well lived for almost a hundred years?
The family would like to thank South Huron Hospital nurses and doctors and her family doctor, Dr. Sean Ryan for their kindness and excellent care of Ada. Also a special thanks to Vonnie Morgan who has been helping with Ada’s care over the past couple of months and to Ada’s other helpers Arron and Jen.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, EXETER on Tuesday, April 26th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Those attending are kindly asked to register. Please click “Register Now” below to register. A private family ceremony will be held on Wednesday April 27th at 2 PM. Although the service is private the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh.
If you chose, feel free to make a donation to the charity of your choice. Ada would have loved a donation to Exeter United Church or South Huron Hospital Foundation.
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Christa Ihrig
With sadness we have learned of the passing of Ada Dinney .
I had the honour to meet her when I came to Canada .
An elegant, vibrant Lady who would fill a room with her positive attitude.
Ada will be missed very much by her family as well by the whole community .
“ A life well lived leaves a beautiful bouquet of Memories “
Our deepest sincere condolences
Christa Ihrig & Family
Tom and Bev Prout
To the extended Dinney Family
We always enjoyed Ada’s positive happy personality. This is how we will remember Ada.
Our sincere condolences.
M.J. Chanyi
What an amazing woman she was. I met Ada & Bob in the late 70s at the curling club & always enjoyed chats & visits with her since. She will be missed.
Carol Clemens
What a beautiful lady. I always loved talking to her.
My deepest sympathies.
A life lived well.
Carol (nee Allen)
Kathy Chambers
Our deepest condolences to Ada’s family from her Sisters in Beta Sigma Phi Delta Mu in Clinton.
Joanne Moore McGhee
Our heartfelt condolences to the Dinney and Gaiser Families. With so many years lived, you will have amassed so many memories to carry you through.
June Moore and Joanne Moore McGhee
Jerry &Linda Traquair
Sincere condolences on the passing of Ada. We shared many chats over the years and there was not a time that she did not ask about Dorothy, our cousin and her old friend… such a selfless, inspiring woman. Wishing you all peace in the witness of a life well-lived.
Debbie Pettit
Dear Bill, Cathy and Family: I am so sorry to hear about your mother. Cherish the memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ken and Kim Pinder
To the Dinney , Gaiser and Tuckey families.
Ken and I wish to extend our sympathy to you all. Ada was such a grand lady and lived a great life. I always enjoyed our chats at church. She was so friendly and always had a smile on her face.
She will be missed by so many. Keep your memories of her close to your heart.
Sunny Dinney
Grandma,
You were so deeply loved by your family and we will not be the same without you.
The only thing that makes me feel a little less sad right now is that I know you are together with Grandpa again, and you have been missing him for so many years. ❤️
I don’t think many people in the world have had a Grandma as special as you, you were one of a kind.
Love you,
Sunny
Bill and Darlene (Snell) Bourne
Dear Susan, Bill and Jon and families:
So sorry to hear about your mother’s passing. She was a lovely lady, always a ray of sunshine. She will be missed. Sending hugs and prayers.
Darlene and Bill Bourne
Doug Martin
Some people come into our lives ,
leave foot prints on our hearts
and we are never the same ,
our deepest sympathies to the Dinney Family .
from Margaret Mashford and Doug Martin
Norma Clare
To Bill, Cathy and Family –
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mother. I’m so sorry. Do know my caring thoughts are with you. From your old working cohort . . . Norma Clare
judy lovell
Bill, Cathy and family
So sorry to hear of Ada’s passing. In every photo, I couldn’t help but notice, what a beautiful smile she had. Cherish the memories. Judy and Dave Lovell
Judy Mock
To the Dinney family
I was saddened by the news of Ada’s passing. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers and trust that the great memories you all share will sustain you during the weeks and months ahead.
Kelly Wright & Gary Oliver
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, Bill. Your mom sounds like an amazing woman. She will surely be missed
Susan Oke
To the Dinney Family – so sorry to hear about Ada. She was always a delight to talk to. I have one of her hand painted eggs that I treasure. She will be missed. Let all those happy memories help you with this sad time. Susan Oke
Sandra Newton
My sincere sympathy to the family of Ada.
I am fondly remembering Ada, a delightful lady with a joyful, soaring spirit. May her incredible life be a reminder to us all that one person CAN make a difference.
Rhonda Manore
Ada’s friends at the Huron Country Playhouse Guild would like to extend our sincere condolences to her family! She was a charter member and will be remembered fondly for her friendship and long time support.
Dorothy Whittier
In memory of Ada,
After reading all of the messages of condolence I can add Ada was a gracious and thoughtful neighbor for over 20 years.
My deepest sympathy to Ada’s family.
Dorothy Whittier
Faye Skinner
To the Dinney Family:
My deepest condolences to the Dinney Family on the death of Ada. Your mother was a volunteer of mine for the Dining for Seniors program in Exeter at the Lions Youth Centre. She was a very dedicated and reliable individual who always had a smile on her face.
Cherish the memories of a lovely lady.
Kenn & Cindy Saunders
Dear Bill & Cathy: I’m sorry to hear of the passing your mother Ada. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
Judy Burke Mallette
Dear Dinney/Gaiser families,
We send our love and sincere condolences as yet another grand matriarch passes the torch. My only hope is that we, the next generation, are worthy of the task…Fondest regards, Judy, Chuck and family
Lawrence & Carol Amos
Our Sincere Sympathy to the Family of Ada Dinney:
Whenever we met Ada always had a smile and was interested in our Family. May your memories of a life well lived bring you comfort through this difficult time.
Lawrence & Carol Amos
Ruth Woods
Dear Bill and Cathy:
So sorry to learn of the death of your mother. Our sympathy to you and your family. You are in our thoughts . Sincerely, Ruth and Ron
Leroy & Cheryl Edwards
Dinner Family. So sorry to hear about Ada she was such a lovely lady! Always so positive!! May the many memories offer you comfort!
Brian and Janet Wedlake
Our sincere sympathies to the Dinney Family. She was a special lady. Visiting her a few years ago her memory was amazing. A lot of history has gone
Brian and Janet Wedlake
Our Sincere sympathies to the Dinney family. Ada was a very special lady. We spent some time with her a few years ago to get her knowledge of the history of the Rowe family. She remembered every detail of our history and had lots of old photos. We had such a great visit.
Mark Heimrich
To all Ada’s Family;
WOW! What an amazing woman. My sincere sympathy to each of you. Ada was the epitome of a full life, VERY well lived. She was certainly a strong pillar of our community for so long and will be greatly missed. I first got to know Bob & Ada over 33 years ago when they purchased one of the first water distillers in Exeter from us for their Senior Street home. That lead to many nice visits with this awesome pair. After Bob’s passing Ada has remained a very valued customer and I got to know her even better. I’ve had dozens of visits with Ada, many with her sharing her wealth of knowledge of the people, life and times of our community. Photos, either vintage or current, were often part of her interesting stories along with her reading me excerpts of various things. She was so proud of her deep roots here and very proud of her entire family. I always tried to have at least one visit with Ada just prior to Christmas every year to see her vast “Santa/Father Christmas” collection displayed. I would not only consider Ada a very lovely lady but also a dear friend, whom I will miss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mark (& Julie) Heimrich & staff at Lifetime Water Products.
MaryJane Taylor
My Sincere Sympathy Susan, Bill, Jon and families.
Caring thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.
The happiness you all shared will be full of memories to
help in your loss. Ada was a lovely lady who was blessed
with one hundred years….she would say it’s time to celebrate!!!
Sharon and Jim O’Toole
Our condolences to all the Dinney family on Ada’s passing. Ada’s lovely smile and genuine warmth always made our chats memorable. She gave so much to so many. We will miss her.
Wendi Schwindt
Deepest sympathy to Elsie and Ada’s family…she was a force to be reckoned with…a devoted mother and proud grandmother. And an amazing alto in the church choir!
Myla Lovell
I had the honour of working for the Dinney family in the flooring/furniture and funeral home. Adas’ beautiful smile and warm hugs were always a pleasure. How wonderful to watch the pure love in her eyes for her children and grandchildren. Such a huge part of the community and surely will be missed. All my love and thinking of you all
Bill & Audrey Rowe
The Dinney Families, Sincere sympathy to each of you at this time. Ada was a great lady.Bill & Audrey Rowe
Rob and Ann Morley
To all of Ada’s family,
So sorry to hear of her passing after a full life of love for her family, friends and community.
She has set the bar of life to a height most of us will never achieve. She was a great neighbour always having a friendly smile. RIP
Barry McKnight
My sincere condolences go out to the Dinney family. In particular Ada’s children whom I grew up with.
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To Susan, Bill,Jon and Elsie, family and friends :
Sorry to learn of Ada’s passing. We have a long time connection and I have many great memories of Ada, even giving a plane ride in her nineties .
Our condolences
Jim and Verla Russell
To the Dinney Family and Sister Elsie Hermann:
Our deepest heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Ada.
She was a wonderful lady and enjoyed life.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Larry Idle
We wish to offer our sincere sympathy to Ada’s family. What a genuine loss for you and for anyone who knew her. She will be dearly missed.
Larry & Sandra Idle
George & Helen Pratt
To all the Dinney family
Our sympathy on the passing of Ada.
It was a pleasure to have known her.
Rest in Peace Ada.
Laura & Don Dixon
We send our deepest sympathy to the Dinney family. Ada will be missed, she had a great love of life and family.
Ben & Sue Hoogenboom and family
Our deepest condolences to the Dinney family. We have many beautiful memories of Ada! She contributed so much to Exeter and will truly be missed.
Victor Fulcher
I am going to miss Ada very much.
I always enjoyed my conversations with her very much, and that includes the last conversation I had with her earlier this year when I called her to inform her of my mother’s passing. Not only was Ada comfortingly sympathetic, she also generously shared with me warm memories (some of which were close to 70 years old!) of both my parents.
During our conversation she also mentioned that she would occasionally wonder about her own future here on earth. As we talked about that I remember thinking how wonderful it would be if Ada could live forever.
Tim McAllister
To the Dinney family,
My condolences on the passing of Ada. She was a great friend to my grandparents and our entire family. It was a joy to have known her. Always a smile and a laugh to brighten your day. She will be missed.
Yvonne/Jim Barnetson
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Dinney family!
Ada was such a lovely lady! RIP Ada
Yvonne (Fisher) Barnetson.
Tom Raymond
To Susan, Bill, Jon and the extended Dinney family, and to Elsie Hermann. My sincere condolences on the loss of Ada. I spoke with her not very long ago when she called to check up on Sally-Lou. Always thoughtful, and she was always a pleasure to see. May a near century of fond memories bring comfort to everyone in the days, weeks and months ahead.
Elaine Ford
So sorry to learn of Ada’s passing, A remarkable lady, a Exeter Corner Stone. Condolence to her family and friends. RIP dear Lady. 🙏
Ken & Joan Agnew
A beautiful lady inside and out! Her grandson, Simon and our son, Greg loved to visit her, always young at heart.
She left traces on our hearts.
Sincerely, Joan & Ken Agnew
Randy & Susann Jones
We had the privilege of visiting Ada at her home and seeing her Santa Claus collection.
She was a dear and long time friend of Randy’s mother Donna Jones. We will miss her.
Kathy (Smith) Ham
Kathy (Smith) Ham
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to the family. My family and I had a deep connection to Ada’s entire Dinney, Gaiser and Tuckey clan and I have so many fond memories of many fun and happy times spent with them. Ada was always so cheerful, funny and a real treasure. I would also like to express my sympathy at the passing of Dinty, another pivotal member of the clan. My hope is that you receive comfort and peace and lots of love during this difficult time. Much love
Karen Insley Windsor and family
Ada was a true treasure and she will be missed by all whose lives she touched. Ada and Elsie were wonderful friends with my Mom Ruth Insley and the stories were never ending of the blessings they all shared. Our deepest sympathy to Ada’s family may you find peace and joy in your memories. Dearest Elsie thinking of you and sending love with the loss of your dear sister. May God bless you all.
George and Sue Wilson
Susan, Bill, Brenda’s family, Jon , and families, and Elsie and family, heartfelt condolences on your loss of your precious Mother , Grandmother and Sister. She had the sweetest smile and kindest heart. She made everyone she met feel special. She and your Dad will always be a significant part of Exeter. Cherish your precious memories and hold them close to your heart. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue (Insley) Wilson and family
Mike and JoAnne Pickering
So sorry to hear of Ada passing but heaven just got a great lady! Not knowing her well she always had a smile when ever we met! She was a good friend of Mike’s Mother Evelyn Pickering for many years. Keep your wonderful memories close at this blessed time! Mike and JoAnne Pickering
RON AND GLENDA LINDENFIELD
To All The Dinney Family
Such a gracious lady, Exeter has lost a little bit of history, Our Sincere Condolences
Ron and Glenda Lindenfield
Marion McCarter
To All the Dinney Family:
What a wonderful lady with a beautiful smile, a gracious heart and nothing but positive thoughts for everyone. She
certainly was an excellent role model throughout her almost 100 years. The memories she has left with you are now treasures forever. Deepest Sympathy.
Marion McCarter, Teresa and Joe, Diane and Dave, Cheryl and Ernie and families.
Kendra & Gord Craig
Sympathies to the Dinney family with the passing of Ada. She was a sweet, kind lady and will be missed by many. May all of the amazing memories comfort you at this time.
Brian & Lynda Sanders
Ada will be missed What a beautiful lady So interesting to talk to . Such a wonderful tribute to her life Our condolences to all the family .sincere sympathy Brian & Lynda Sanders
Alice and Jerry MacLean
We offer our sincere sympathy to Ada’s family.
Yes she lived a wonderful life and we are sure
she left you with a smile in your heart when you remember your own private special moments with her.
She loved her family unconditionally and was proud to speak of each one of you.
She was a real servant of God….may Ada rest in piece.
Jim & Jackie Rowe
Our heartfelt condolences to Ada’s family. We have had the divine pleasure of knowing Ada through work and family for more than half a century. Her wisdom, creative abilities and work ethic are not only inspirational they are legendary and have been a gift to us and our family. Adas contribution will burn bright and long past this day. With love and light…
Mike Higgins
Bill and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts are with with you.
Anmarie (Kraft) Hoffman
Our deepest & heartfelt Sympathies to all of Ada’s family. Ada, a beautiful lady, my pleasure to have known her for so many years. Sending Hugs……Anmarie & David
Dave Keys
Bill , Cathy and family
So so sorry to hear of Bills Mom passing . Our condolences goes out to the entire Dinney family .
Dave and Shelly Keys
Margaret Prout
My condolences to all Ada’s family. Such a lovely and friendly lady. We did some china
painting together and I shall remember receiving help from her. Cherish all your
wonderful memories of a life well lived.
Susan Moore
Dear Susan, Bill and Jon and families:
So sad to hear that your mom has left this world but so happy for her! Can only imagine the reunion. It was such a privilege to know her … she put so much light into this world during her life!
Bob & Grace Clarke
To the entire Dinney family , growing up in Exeter and knowing Ada and her loving kind ways , always brought joy and laughter to anyone who was in contact with her . She was a sweet , God loving person who will be deeply missed by everyone who knew her . Our sincerest sympathies to the entire Dinney family and cherish the memories of this wonderful lady .
Bob & Grace Clarke , Belle River ,On.
Cy & Eleanor Blommaert
Our deepest sympathy to the Dinney family
Jim Chapman
To the Dinney Family;
My deepest sympathy for the loss of one who enjoyed a life well lived.
She will not be forgotten.
Betty & Jim DeBlock
What a Beautiful photo of Ada. This is the way l will always remember her and her beautiful smile. She was such a lovable person who could cheer up any one on the worst of times, she will be missed but she has left behind so many memories , Our condolences to all the family.
James Weston
To all the Dinney family – What a legacy! Ada was an amazing woman. Our sincere sympathy to all of you.
Helen and Jim
Donna Perry
To Ada’s family
She was a wonderful lady. Ada will be missed by many but all will have wonderful memories to hold onto in the days ahead. With Deepest Sympathy
Donna Perry
Penny Preszcator
To the Dinney Family
Growing up Exeter, Ada was kind generous person with a sense of humor. May your memories sustain you through this sad time.
Penny Preszcator
Tom and Carol Arthur
Our sincere sympathy to all of Ada’s family. She was a very special person.
Joe O'Rourke
To the Dinney family; Your family and the community has lost a very dear, sweet women. She was loved by all who met her. During the big 3 day blizzard in early 70’s she welcomed me a few other farm kids into the Dinney home as we were storm stayed in Exeter. We were treated like royalty.
We were hoping the blizzard would keep going for a few more days.
Cherish the memories.
Respectfully, Joe and Betty O’Rourke
Bob abd Rickie Higgins
Susan, Bill and Jon: What a great lady your mom was, I have many good memories of growing up on Senior Street with you guys, Your mom was in the picture many times. You guys are in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Erryn Shephard
Sincere sympathy to the family of Ada Dinney.
She was a great asset asset to the Guild. Chartered Members of the Playhouse are few and far between.
Lora-Lea Paulger
When I think of Ada all I can do is smile and be inspired! It was such a privilege to have known her.
Craig and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to the Dinney family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may she rest in peace.
Ron and Marlene Moore
To all The Family , Sending our deepest sympathy and prayers.
May all the good memories sustain you . Ada was a beautiful spirit .
She always had the most wonderful smile and always something kind to say !!
Tracey Bullock
What a beautiful photo of Ada. I have so many wonderful memories of her and the many chats we had over the years. She always had a smile on her face and always left me with a smile on mine.
Treasure all your beautiful memories of this sweet lady! Sending big hugs to you all!!
Liz Stephens
My deepest condolences on the passing of Ada ,she was the definition of a great lady .
Angela & Kim McLean
We will keep Ada’s family in our thoughts and in our hearts. Wishing you comfort and peace. Ada was a special friend for many years. As we mourn her loss here, they celebrate in heaven. The choir of heavenly angels just got a whole lot better. Rest in peace dear friend and thank you for the “gift” of your friendship. Many thanks for all the goodness you brought to this world. We will miss you.
Linda Marsden
To all the Dinney family,
It was such a pleasure to have been a friend of Ada. She was such a gracious and funny lady. We shall all miss her.
Enzo Pellitteri
22, 2022 at 10:59 AM
Dear Jon, we are saddened to hear about your moms passing, please accept our deepest condolences.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless RIP Ada you will be missed.