Peacefully at Seaforth Community Hospital, on Sunday, April 8, 2018, Jane passed away in her 77th year with family by her side. Beloved wife of Jack Harvey for 56 years. Loving mother of Cheryl & Erich Freiter of Dashwood. Cherished grandma of Byron Freiter of CFB Comox, B.C. & Shara Johnson of Victoria, and Katelyn Freiter & Mike McClure of Seaforth. Jane will be surely missed by her furry best friend Ruby. Loving sister and sister-in-law of Joan & Ken Campbell of Seaforth, Lois Ann & Maurice Wathke of Kitchener, and Linda & Eric Ross of London.
Also missed by Bob & Debbie Harvey of Guelph, and Bill & Marlene Harvey of Kitchener.
Jane will be missed by several nieces, nephews, extended family and her great-nephew Logan. Predeceased by her parents Archie (1997) and Cora (2005) Somerville, and her niece Kim Campbell (2005).
After graduating from Seaforth District High School in 1959, at the age of 17, she and her cousin Barb left Seaforth to begin her 38 year nursing career in Exeter. After a short 3 month retirement rest, she found a need to continue her passion by helping others through Town and Country home care services, which later amalgamated and became known as One Care. She worked with One Care until March 1, 2018, having a 21 year career in personal home care. Jane’s greatest enjoyments were family gatherings, engaging and socializing at the cottage in Bayfield, or at the Freiter Farm in Dashwood.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter on Friday from 4-7 PM where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 14th at 11 AM. Cremation with interment, Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to South Huron Hospital Foundation, One Care, or The Lung Association would be appreciated by the family.
Brian and Janet Keys
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim Oesch
Sorry for the loss of your mother Cheryl,she was a great woman .she will be dearly missed .Hugs
Jim
Jan Chittenden
So sorry to hear of your loss. I have many great memories of working with Jane at SHH. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Jan Chittenden
Jones
Cheryl and Family
Sending you our deepset sympathy on the loss of your mom and grandma today. You are in thoughts during this sad time and the days ahead.May the love of family and friends comfort you and your memories keep her close in your heart.
Karen and Todd Jones
Kathy and Terry Thiel and family
Cheryl and Erich, Byron and Shara, Katelyn and Mike,
Our sincere sympathy on the passing of your mother and grandmother. May you be blessed with comfort and wonderful memories of her in the coming days, weeks and months. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Ann Wernham
Jack, Cheryl & family. I’m so sorry to hear of Jane’s passing, she was not only a great ,fun coworker but I treasured her as a special friend. May God bless & keep you all strong during this very difficult time. Ann
Bill and Grace Campbell
Sincere condolences to all of Jane’s family. She will be dearly missed.
Jim & Pat Scott
So sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to the Harvey Family.
John ,Mary Lou and Tina Driscoll
Sending our deepest sympathy to all of Jane’s family. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Bob & Doris Osgood
Cheryl, Erich, Byron & Katelyn,
So very sorry to hear of you Mom and Grandmother’s passing. The pictures are so beautiful and show the love that this woman gave to all of you. Our hearts go out to you.
Bob & Doris.
Cecelia Denomme
Dear family – you are in our hearts and prayers –
We knew – ‘cousin Jane’ – ‘ Aunt’Jane and Uncle Jack ‘ – thro our treasured friendships – and family – with her beloved cousins – sisters and family – especially my dear friend and her cousin – Sharon – and her niece – our special – Anne Harvey . She was loved so very much – her life – a beautiful gift to many – in family and her profession – with special thoughts –
Sincerely – Ceceia Denomme
Willie and Linda O'Rourke
To the family of Jane: We got to know Jane when she helped look after my Sister at her home in Exeter. She wss friendly, commpassionate, and loved to work helping others. May her memory live on!
With Sympathy,
Willie and Linda O’Rourke
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Ray and Judy Mills
Dear Cheryl & Erich and family;
Please accept our very deepest sympathy at this time. Your mom was a godsend to my mother and my three sisters and the other members of our family. Through One Care she came almost every evening for several years to help entertain mom, to get her ready for bed, to put her to bed and lock the door on the way out. We were blessed to have her extra pair of hands and her willingness to be there night after night. Her presence, her availability, her willingness and her support relieved us greatly. We will ever be grateful to her for being there for us. When mom went to the nursing home, we missed conversing with Jane on occasion and seeing her almost daily. Your family was truly blessed to have her in your lives as we were. May she rest in peace now. God Bless.
Ray and Judy Mills, Dennis and Bonnie Dawson, Robin Frank, Larry and Faye Skinner
Clare & Brenda (Parsons) Martene
Dear Jack, Cheryl, Erich, Byron & Katelyn:
It is with saddened hearts that we are sending our sincerest sympathy to all of you on the loss of your dear Wife, Mother, and Grandmother, Jane. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family at this difficult time. May your cherished memories put a smile on your face and comfort you through these difficult days ahead. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Sending hugs to all of you!
Clare & Brenda Martene & Family
Donelda Sturgeon & Phyllis Parsons
Our deepest sympathy to all of the Somerville and Harvey families. Jane was an excellent nurse and she will be missed daily by all who knew her.
Both Phyllis Parson and families & Donelda Sturgeon and families would like to extend their thoughts and prayers as we both went to Seaforth High School with Jane.
RIP Jane
Jim & Linda Dietrich
Cheryl Erich & Family,
So sorry for your loss our deepest sympathy.
Elaine & Wayne Corbett
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Cherish all your memories to help you through each day. Wayne, Elaine and family.
Jerry Freeman
Jack……so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this tough time. She will always be alive in your heart
Deb and Bob Gehan
Dear Cheryl, Erich ,Byron , Katelyn and family
I will miss Jane so very much, her and I had a lot of great conversations. My deepest sympathies to your family.
Hugs
Deb and Bob Gehan and Family
Patti and Stevie Geoffrey
Dear Cheryl, Erich and Family
Wherever a beautiful soul has been there is a trail of beautiful memories!! Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs!!
Patti and Stevie
Brian and Sheila
Cheryl and Erich and family we are so very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.
Our sincere sympathies to you and your entire family as this sad time. I know you have many great memories to cherish.
Val and Chuck Ford
Cheryl, Erich, Byron and Katelyn, We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom and Grandma. Thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
Val and Chuck
Evelyn Vincent
Cheryl, Erich and family
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. May God grant peace and comfort during this difficult time. Jane was loved by many
Cathy Mugford
I worked with Jane at the hospital.She was so much fun.I pray you all get strength.My prayers go out to you all.
Arlene Berendsen
My sincere condolences to your family now and in the days ahead. God Bless you Jane!
Reminiscent of our time together at SHH…such good times we all shared.
Sincerely,
Bill/Audrey Rowe
Sincere sympathy to each of you at this difficult time.. Bill & Audrey Rowe
Steve & Sue Cooper
Chery, Erich and family.
Sorry to hear of your mother/grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynne Dobson
My condolences to the entire family. Thinking of you all.
Sincerely,
Lynne
Donna O'Brien
Dear Cheryl,Erich and family. Your Mom was a sweetheart.South Huron Hospital was blessed with her committment to caring for patients. II know she has left you with so many happy memories!Thining of you with love ! Sincerely,Donna O’Brien
Theresia
I’ve been trying to find the right words for the loss of your Mom. Losing your Mom is very hard. I can’t express how much I’m thinking of you but can tell you my thoughts and prayers are with you Cheryl. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Theresia
Wesley & Christine Hodgson
Jack, Cheryl,Eric and Family
Sorry to hear about the passing of your wife, mother and grandmother
Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Wesley & Christine Hodgson
Lori Baker
Cheryl and Erich – so very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.
Our sincere sympathies to you and your entire family as this sad time.
Sharri and Barb MacDonald
Dear Jack, Cheryl , Erich , Byron and katelyn. We are so sorry to hear of Jane’s passing. Our sincerest sympathies goes out to all of you. She will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Becker
Cheryl, Erich , Byron, Katelyn and Jack
Sorry to hear of the passing of your mom, grandma and wife. Cherish the memories and good times. Thinking of you. Big hugs!!
Greg and Cheryl Becker and family
Shirley (Bosman) Erb
To All of Janes Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jane was a great lady.
Cathy Falconer
So sorry to hear of Jane’s passing.I worked with her a SHH.She was such a caring person.Our times were so blessed.You are in my prayers. Cathy Falconer
Paula and Al Dunn
With our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom. Thinking of you at this time of sorrow,
Kathryn McDermott
Jack and Cheryl and family, So sorry to hear of Jane’s passing . I worked with Jane may years ago @ SHH. We also enjoyed many cups of tea together. She was a very kind and supportive person. My sincere condolences to you .
Anne Kernick
Cheryl & family
So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Mary Anne McNichol
Jack, Cheryl and family,
Keep all the good memories close to your heart. Jane was a lovely lady and will be missed.
Mary Anne McNichol and family
Wendy Meidinger
Thoughts & prayers are with all your families
Sincere sympathy,
Wendy Meidinger
Margaret Prout
Sincere condolences to Cheryl and Erich and family.
Dave and Brenda Erb and Family
Cheryl,Eric and Family
Sorry to hear about the passing of your mother and grandmother
Thinking of you in this time of sorrow.
Marlene and Ron Moore
Our deepest sympathy to all the family . Keeping you in our prayers at this sad time . I enjoyed Janes smile , kindness and little talks we shared , while we both worked at South Huron Hospital .
Keep your good memories close during the tough days ahead ! Marlene and Ron Moore
Randy and Janice Fisher
Cheryl (Harv) & Erich and Byron & Katelyn. Our condolences to the family on the passing of Jane. Cherish the memories you have and celebrate all that she meant to you.
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To Jack, Cheryl and families
Sorry to learn of Jane’s passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Don and Joan Heywood
Jack , Cheryl and family:
So sorry to hear of your loss. She was a great lady that really enjoyed her career to the fullest. Hold on to all the wonderful memories. Hugs Don and Joan Heywood
Edith and Bob Hodgins
Jack,Cheryl and Family. I worked with Jane at the hospital many years ago. Our deepest Sympathy! Remember the good times.
Larry & Donna Shapton
To the Harvey Family, We would like to offer our sincere condolences to all of you at this time. Laurene nursed with Jane at the Exeter Hospital for many years and were also very good friends…. Most Sincerely, Winston Shapton and Larry & Donna Shapton
Murray and Edith Yeo
Cheryl, Erich and Family
Our sincerest sympathy to you at this very difficult time. Memories become even more precious at this time. Keeping you in our thoughts.
Jerry and Alice MacLean
Jack, Cheryl and family,
So sad to hear of Jane’s passing. We believe she has gone to a better place, but We know as you grieve that is sometimes hard to believe. Keep the faith…God will see you through and give you strength and peace…..just be patient. Jane was a very special Girl! We knew her since she arrived in Exeter.
God Bless.
Alice and Jerry
Jim and Eleanor Weigand
Dear Cheryl, Erich, Bryon and Katelyn
The passing of a loved one is always hard. May your faith in God’s goodness and the love of friends and family ease some of your pain. Cherish the memories of good times together. Sincere sympathy, Jim and Eleanor
Brenna and Barry Vincent
Cheryl, Erich and family, we are saddened to hear of your dear mom’s passing. May you find comfort in the memories that you hold. Thinking of you and sending our sincere condolences.
Helen Rau
Jack, Cheryl and family
My sincere condolences to the entire family.
I have many memories of working 3-11 at SHH with Jane. We shared a lot of laughs and moments.
May you find comfort with family and friends during this difficult time..
Lori, Murray and Austin Armstrong
Erich and Cheryl, Byron, Kaitlyn and Mike
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Rick and Wilma Freeman and family
Jack. Cheryl and families
We are so sorry and saddened to hear of the loss of Jane. Our hearts go out to you.
Bill and Carol Deichert
Jack Cheryl Eric and family. So sorry to hear of Jane’s passing. She was a lovely lady. May you hold all your memories of her close to your heart and may God hold you in the palm of His hand and comfort you at this time. Bill and Carol
Marion Taylor
Keeping everyone in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time, Mariah and Marion Taylor
Ray and Linda McNichol
May you know that she touched so many lives, and will long be remembered in the Exeter and area, but fondly remembered as a cousin who was and is remembered with special admiration……
Jim & Diane Becker
Cheryl Erich & family
Our sympathy in the loss of your Mom & Grandma.
Mark@Judy Cronyn
Cheryl and Erich, So sorry to hear about your mom’s passing.
Thinking of you at this time.
Judy and Mark
Jim/Yvonne Barnetson
Thoughts and prayers to you Cheryl and family.
She was a lovely lady..
From Yvonne (Fisher) Barnetson.
Earl & Julia Martene
Jack, Erich, Cheryl and family
So sorry to hear of the loss of such a beautiful lady. Our heats go out to you all.
Earl & Julia Martene and family
Susan, Maddison, Mitch and Rosie Riddell
Cheryl, Erich, Byron and Katelyn,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother and grandmother. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Hugs.
Mickie Struyke-Laurin
Cheryl and family. So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Our thoughts are with you . Hugs from Alida and Mickie
dianne regier
Cheryl,Im so sorry to hear about Jane,such a great lady,always more concerned about others than herself.She will be so missed,May she Rest In Peace
Tom and Carol
Jack, Cheryl and family
We are so sorry for your loss. Jane was a wonderful person . Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Joyce Black
Jack, Cheryl & Erich and family – So sorry to hear of Jane passing on. She always had a smile and very friendly lady. Jane will be missed and send you all my sincere sympathy.
louise haggitt
Cheryl and Family
Sorry for the loss of your Mother , Grandmother and Best Friend . A little over a year ago I got to know Jane she was a caregiver to a dear friend of mine . She was a great lady who enjoyed her job and her clients . She will be missed by every one that knew her.. She will always be in your hearts… Rest In Peace Jane
Janet Traquair & Doug Jones
My sincere condolences to the Harvey & Freiter families. Hugs to you Cheryl! In our thoughts and prayers.
Janet, Doug and Family
Chuck & Pam Ross
We were so sorry to hear of your beloved Mom and Grandma’s passing. Thinking of all of you at this difficult time. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and JoAnne Pickering and family
Cheryl, Erich, Byron, Katelyn and Jack send our deepest condolences to you at this sad time. You mom was a wonderful kind lady and a great nurse!! Keep you wonderful memories close to help you through at this time. Mike, JoAnne Pickering and family
George and Sue Wilson
Jack, Cheryl, Erich and family, We are saddened on your loss of a dear wife, Mom and Grandma. Jane was a friendly woman who enjoyed her nursing career for many years. Cherish your precious memories. May you find peace and comfort in the next few weeks and months. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue Wilson
Elke Freiter
Dear Cheryl, Erich, and family! I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom and grandmother. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Joyce McBeath
Jack, Cheryl and family I am sorry to read of Janes passing. She was a great nurse and really cared for her patients. We had many laughs while working together at SHH. You are in my heart and prayers.
Maxine Miller
Whatever soothes your spirit, comforts your soul and brings you peace…that’s what you are wished at this sad time.
Hugs to our neighbours
Maxine and Delmar
Elaine Baynham
Jane will be long remembered for her dedicated nursing skills Our deepest sympathy to Jack, Cheryl, Erich and Family. Elaine and Family
Kim & Judy McKinnon
Erich, Cheryl & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers to all of you at this sad time.
Bob and Wanda Reynolds
Harvey Family
Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow. I have many good memories of Jane. We both worked for Town & Country and after would meet at clients homes.
Bob and Wanda Reynolds
Alan & Denean Renning
Cheryl, Erich and family, we are sorry to hear of you Mom’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this sad time.
Liz Stephens
North Myrtle Beach South Carolina Jack ,Cheryl & families . So sorry to hear of your loss ,Jane was a loving , caring nurse .She could always brighten your day at work , with her smile & wit . May your memories help you through these sad times .
Doug and Judy Dalrymple
Dear Cheryl and family….so sorry to hear about your Mom. .Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you are this time.
Pat and Gwen O’Rourke
Dear Erich, Cheryl, Byron and Katelyn,
We are saddened to hear of the loss of your mom and grandma. May many happy memories of shared times together help you in the coming days.
Sincere sympathy,
Pat and Gwen O’Rourke
Donna and Dan Overholt
Our deepest sympathies to you Cheryl, Erich, Byron and Katelyn, in the loss of your Mom and Grandma. Those very special bonds of love you shared, and your wonderful memories will be forever in your hearts. Sending hugs from our family to yours.
Sherrie Broderick/Larry Ballantyne
Dear Harvey Family,
Sending my deepest sympathies. She will be missed.
Randy and Vicki Geoffrey
Dear Jack, Cheryl, Erich, Bryon and Katelyn, sorry for your loss. I too work with Jane at SHH a caring and hard working nurse, but always took the time to talk and ask how things were, even after she left she took care of my mother in law doing home care. Hold on to memories you realize how precious they become. Sincerely Vicki
Judy (Thurman) Christensen
To Cheryl, Jack and family, I am so sorry to hear of Jane’s passing. We worked together at SHH for many years and shared a lot of memories over that time. She was a dedicated,caring nurse and a friend to a lot of people. Jane will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Al and Vickie Harvey
Jane was a great lady, a kind person and a joy to speak with
From the other Harvey family our condolences
Al Jr and Vickie Harvey
chuck and phyllis collett and family
sorry to hear of the loss of a great lady. she will be missed by many.may she rest in peace bless the family that is left to mourn the loss of a loved one
Elaine and Bill Vandeworp
Jack Cheryl and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you morn the loss of your Wife, Mom and Grandma.
Kim Mckay
Cheryl, Erich Katelyn and Byron and Jack
My deepest condolences in the loss of your Mom and grandmother and wife. She was always very pleasant when she came into the store. May your fond memories help you through this very difficult time. Hugs to you and your family. Love Kim
Lynda & Brian Sanders
Dear Cheryl, Jack & family. So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing . Some fun times with Your Mom working along side her our hearts go out to each of you at this time Hugs Brian & Lynda Sanders
Brenda Morgan
Cheryl, Erich, Byron, and Katelyn, and your father,,, I am so sorry to read this about your Mom. When ever she came into the store, when I worked at Hansen’s, she was always so friendly and polite. I never saw one cross or impatient bone in her body, no matter what. I can sure see where so many of your mannerisms came from Cheryl. I am so sorry for your loss, I know how much your Mother meant to you all, and it was easy to see, that you all meant the same to her. She always just lit up, when she saw you walking towards her Cheryl. Thinking of you, now, and in the days and weeks ahead, as you learn to live your lives without the loving guidance of your Wife/Mother/Grandma by your sides.
Hugs to the entire family.
Linda Millar
Dear Cheryl and family
My sincerest condolences on the loss of your Mom and Grandma….
Although I did not get to work with Jane, her legacy was shared to us younger ones at SHH. It was a pleasure to get to know Jane in the last few weeks.
May you find comfort in your memories.
Sincerely
Linda Millar
Jason Bourne
I am deeply saddened to hear of Jane’s passing. I enjoyed our conversations about politics and her positive attitude. She will be missed. My sincere condolences to the family.
Janis and Roger Dougall
So sorry to hear of the loss of a beautiful soul. I didn’t know her well but she always had a kind word and a cheerful smile. Her daughter and granddaughter certainly inherited those traits.
Liz Campbell
I am so sorry to hear this. May your wife, Mom and Grandma Rest In Peace.
Hugs to you all
Sincerely Liz Campbell
Shirley Boyle
So sorry for your loss Cheryl and family .
Brian, Michelle, Emily DePaepe
Dear Cheryl, Erich and family… We are so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. Hugs, love and prayers to all of you during this most difficult time …
Lorne and Barb Turnbull
Cheryl and Jack and family, so sorry hearing of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lots of hugs for you Cheryl from your old babysitter Barb and Lorne!
Cy and Eleanor Blommaert
Jack.. Cheryl and family
Thinking of you at this difficult time . We have known your Mom for many years.
She was a great nurse,and loved her job. Our Sympathy to you and your family..
Mike & Leanne Restemayer
Cheryl, Erich & family,
We are truly sorry to hear of your mother/grandma. Thinking of you at this time.
Edith & Don Lewis
Jack, Cheryl & family
I am sorry to see that Jane has passed away.
I have many memories of working with her and fun times.
Cherish her lovely memories and she will always be in your hearts.
Thinking of you all at this sad and difficult time.
Charlene Finkbeiner
Dear Jack, Cheryl & Erich, Bryon and Katelyn. Prayers sent your way. Jane was a wonderful, long time co worker at South Huron. A dedicated nurse.
Ken and Kim Pinder
Cheryl and Erich. We are so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. You will miss her so much. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Cathy Batten
Dear Jack, Cheryl, Erich & Family
My sincere condolences to you all in the passing of Jane. I will always remember her for caring for so many. Treasure the wonderful memories that each of you have of her. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Special Hugs Cheryl & Katelyn xo ❤️
Cathy
Wendy Case
Dear Cheryl, Erich, Byron, and Katelyn:
We are so sorry for your loss. May happy memories bring you peace during this sad time.
Sincerely, Pete and Wendy Case and family.
Daryl and Nancy
Cheryl, Erich, Byron and Katelyn,
Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Cherish the memories you made, they will always be in your hearts .
Daryl, Nancy and Family
Bill and Darlen
Cheryl and family so sorry for your loss my heart goes out to you cherish those memories forever hugs
Karen L Brown
Cheryl and family,
My condolences to you and Godspeed to your beautiful mother. In time your memories will bring a smile to you but for now I pray that they give you strength.
Hugs, Karen
Susan Moore
Cheryl, Erich and family: Thinking of you all at this time! Sending hugs!
Dianne Skinner
To Jack and Cheryl and family : I worked with Jane at the hospital many years ago she was a good nurse. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Ashley brooks
Our condolences to family . Our hearts go out to you in this time of need
Marg Williamson
Dear Jack, Cheryl & Erich. Byron and Katelyn, So very sorry to hear of Jane’s passing. Jane left great memories at South Huron Hospital . Jane was a great supportive coworker and was kind to all she cared for. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Marg Williamson
Ken and Marg Caldwell
Joan and Ken Campbell: Sympathy in the loss of Joan’s sister. May your memories help ease the pain.
Barb and Larry Moore
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing Cheryl. My heart goes out to you. Losing your Mother is not easy. Hugs to you and your family. Barb