At Craigwiel Gardens, Ailsa Craig on Wednesday, January 20, 2016, formerly of Centralia in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Frank Hicks (2015) for 70 years. Dear mother of Joanne and Tom Deschamps of Woodslee, Bruce and Marilyn Hicks, and Brian and Pat Hicks all of Centralia. Dear grandmother of Mark and Tanya, Lee Anne and Tony, Sara and Charlie; Spencer and Lisa, David, Darryl, Tom; Carrie and Luke; and great-grandmother of Brendan, Kingston, Spencer, Levi, Luna, Hawkins, Daphne, Noemie, Mallory, Emily, MacKenzie, Olivia, and Jaxson.
Predeceased by her grandson Christopher, brother Lyle Lee and his wife Jean, sister Margaret Martin and her husband Grant, and sister-in-law and brother-in-law Gwen and John Andrew.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main), on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 23rd at 11 AM with Pastor Paul Vollick officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to the Alzheimer Society or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
HICKS: Janet (Lee) of Ailsa Craig and formerly of Centralia
Ray and Judy Mills
Dear Joanne, Bruce and Brian and families: Please accept once again our deepest sympathy. It is so hard to believe that generation has passed away in your family. Although the last few years have not been great ones, Janet did live a wonderful life. I remember so many times when our two families got together, sometimes with many other families, sometimes with just our two families, but there was always fun, always laughter and always something special happening. The trips to the Pinery on a Sunday afternoon, or to Hepburn’s pond, or to the Hensall snow hills, (remember the day my dad rode the flying saucer down the hill and hit a stone and hit his tail bone! Very painful!), weiner roasts, or just sitting in the house playing cards, dancing to the music, working on puzzles, playing charades, church events, lunch after the Christmas concert, lots and lots of family times. I learned to play Canasta at your home, from your mother and Joanne, I tried to ride a horse at your house – never really caught on to that!, I watched your mom make many muffins, cakes, chili sauce she cooked all night long in the oven, can fruit and vegetables, and so forth. Those were the good old days, where family was so important, making your own fun was high priority and neighbours and friends were number one. We miss those days, just as we miss your mom and dad. Your mom was a steadfast worker in the church, a great CGIT leader, a concientious treasurer of the UCW for many years, a collector of history, interesting information and items, a good dancer and a smiling, joyful person. We have missed her since she has not been able to come out to church. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Cherish your memories. They will help you in the next days, weeks and months. God bless.
John, Arlene, Scott & Ben Berendsen
Remembering your Mom and her beautiful smile! Our deepest condolences to your family as you begin this journey…
Brian and Sheila Brooks
Sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. You’re in my thought’s and prayer’s at this time. I have many fond memories of being at the farm as a kid riding the horses with my Dad. Many talks at work with them. They will be happy to be together again.
Diana Gibbs
Dear Bruce and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mum. Now your Dad and Mum are together again, that puts a smile on my face. I remember your Dad and Mum from when I was a little girl and am so enjoying looking at the photos in the gallery.
Sending you lots of hugs from Arizona.
Jeff, Diana & Eric Gibbs
Brenda (Parsons) Martene
To the Hicks Families … It is with a saddened heart that I am sending my sincerest sympathy to all on the loss of your dear and beautiful mother, Janet, She was a remarkable women who along with your Dad, Frank raised a wonderful family. I have so many great memories of both your parents from the days of horse shows, trail rides and rodeos. Thinking of all of you and remembering the fun times our families had together back then. May your cherished memories put a smile on your face and comfort you through these difficult days ahead. It is always hard to see our once lively parents age and eventually leave this world behind but know they both loved each and everyone of you and will now be reunited forever in Heaven. I am truly sorry that I was unable to attend the funeral but please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs !
Sincerely,
Clare & Brenda (Parsons) Martene
George & Sue Wilson
To all the family, We were sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing away. She and your Dad were great people. Remember the happy memories. God Bless.
Jim & Linda Dietrich
So sorry for you loss, our deepest sympathy.
Mary Witherspoon & family
Bruce , Marilyn, Brian and family thinking of you all at this sad time . Hugs to all
Doug & Barb ( Schwartz) Bielek
Our deepest sympathy.. You are in our thoughts and prayers …
Marg Caldwell
Brian and Pat and the balance of your family: We convey sincere sympathy in the loss of Brian’s mother. You are
in our thoughts and hope that memories of the many years will help comfort you at this time of bereavement.
You were fortunate to have her all those years as well as your late father.
Respectfully, Ken and Margaret Caldwell
Hazel MacLeod
Our sincere sympathy to your families.
Wayne & Hazel (Simpson) MacLeod
Bill & Joanne Hodge
So sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was a sweetheart. Enjoyed your pictures, lots of good memories.
Earl and Marilyn Miller
Joanne, Bruce and Brian,
Our deepest sympathy to you in the passing of your mom. I always enjoyed having conversation with your mom, and seeing her beautiful smile. May you be comforted as you recall many pleasant memories.
Sue Riley
Bruce, Brian and families….our thoughts and prayers go with you during this difficult time
Sue Riley and Neil McAllister
Gord and Joanne Hardy
To the Hicks family:
Sincere sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim and Ev Gaunt
We extend our deepest sympathy to all of you in your Mom’s passing. Janet also spoke so proudly of her family. Cherish the memories.
Harry Hardy
Our sincere sympathy, Our thoughts are with your families. Our families go back a long way, and share
many great memories. Janet was a great person. always had a smile and a friendly greeting.
Frank and Janet had a long marriage together and leave many great memories with the family.
Harry and Elaine Hardy
Jim and Teri Fletcher
Brian, Bruce and Family……we are sorry to hear of your Mom passing away, she lived a long life and brought joy to many people, she always spoke to everyone and was such a sweet lady. May you find comfort in the memories she has left you with…….our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Glen & Peggy Restemayer
Bruce,Brian & Families,
We were sorry to read about your Mother passing away.
Cherish the memories that you have of her.
Sincere Sympathy,
Glen & Peggy
Frank and Carol
Bruce, Brian and families,
Our sympathy in your loss. You will miss your Mom with her beautiful smile.
Be tty Coughlin, Kathy and Karen
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one.
Linda Tyler
Sorry to hear of your loss.
May the God of all comforts surround you with perfect peace as you go through this time.
Remembering her vibrant life and passion for antiques!
Linda & Will Tyler
Christine Ferguson
Bruce, Brian and Family: Sorry to hear of your moms passing. Janet was a great lady. It brings comfort in knowing your parents are together again. Maybe even enjoying a good card game. My Deepest Sympathy.
Tom & Carol Baker
Bruce, Brian and Joanne, Our sincere condolences on your mom’s passing
Susan Lenk Sabourin
Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I never failed to think of you and your parents when
ever I drive past the farm. My condolences to you all.
Sharon Miller
Bruce, Brian and families;
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Anyone who had the pleasure of meeting Janet will have fond memories. She was a lovely lady! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Randy & Sharon Miller & family.
Jennifer Mousseau
Sending our sincere condolences to the Hick’s family. Barry & Jennifer Mousseau
Craig & Carol Davidson
Bruce & family: We are so very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Our hearts & prayers go out to all of you. May fond memories of the fun & laughter help ease your sorrow.
Sincerely,
Craig & Carol Davidson
Ann Ryan(Shoebottom)
Joanne, Bruce and Brian, my thoughts and prayers are with you with the loss of your Mom. How I remember all the good memories that I have when we were growing up with all the get togethers. The many Sundays we spent at the beach, birthday parties, New Years Eve’s and Church events. My deepest sympathy for your families.
Wayne and Sonia Greb
Bruce, Joanne, Brian and families – Sorry to read of your Mothers passing, she was a very kind lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. There will be lots of good memories to share.
Diane Elston
Brian and family, Sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. our sympathy to you and your family.
Diane Elston, Scott Rae, Kurtis Henshaw of Agromart Terminals
Edward & Linda Fox
Dear Bruce and Family
Please accept my deepest sympathies in the loss of your Mom. I do remember wonderful times of sitting in her kitchen when I could no longer ride horses when we visited. I did so enjoy those times together. She will be missed.
Treasure your memories of both your parents and know that they are now reunited again and that LOVE never dies.
Sincerely.
With Love
Linda Fox
Larry and Sharon Lynn
Brian and Pat and the Hicks family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time…..our sincere sympathy to you all.
John and Sandy Ulch
We are sorry to hear that your Mother has passed away. We send our sincere sympathy to your family.
Jeff & Teresa Young
Sorry to hear of Janet’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you
Larry & Sharon Gibson & family
sorry for your loss
Brad & Anne Mousseau
Dear Bruce, Brian, Joanne & families, Brad & I send our condolences in the passing of your Mom. The dance floor in heaven will be a whirl as our Moms join our Dads at much the same time. Their burdens have been lifted. Your Mom was such a gentle & beautiful lady. Hold her in your heart always & cherish the memories. Warm hugs to all.
Doug& Noreen Smith & family
Our deepest condolences on your lose of your family member. May all your fond memories give her memory near to your heart
Helen Ryan
To the Hicks Family:
A couple I always admired are together again. God bless the family left to grieve the loss of a mother, grandmother and friend.
Jack and Lynda Conlin
Bruce, Brian and families
Sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing …our deepest sympathy to all
Jerry and AliceMacLean
Bruce , Joanne and Brian, What a great Mom! WE recall the good old days when we were at your place many times. We have wonderfull memories of good times at the Hicks farm. Hope the memories of your parents will bring smiles to your faces.Hold her in your heart and she will never leave you.May God Bless all of you and your families. Jerry and Alice MacLean
Pauline Passmore and Darrell Preszcator
So sorry to hear of mom’s passing. Hugs to all.
Janet & John Bilcke
Brian,Pat Bruce & Marilyn & families. So sorry to hear the loss of your mother She will be greatly missed but together at last with your father. Our thoughts & prayers to your whole family. Janet & John Bilcke
jack Glavin
To the Hicks Families , Sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Jack& Deb
Pat ans Sue OConnor
So sorry to hear of your Mothers passing.
Glenn & Grace Hodgins
Bruce, Brian & Family:
So sorry to hear of you mothers passing. You parents had a long life together & now together again. Cherish the memories.
Glenn & Grace Hodgins (Florida)
Allen and Marjorie Oke
We are so sorry to hear of Janet’s passing..we had many great visits at the auctions.
Murray Hunking
Brian , Bruce ,and Families, Sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. You’re in my thought’s and prayer’s at this time. Murray Hunking
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Don and Heather Benner
Dear Hicks Family…Sending sympathy on the loss of your wonderful Mom/ Grandmother…I am sure she is dancing up a storm with her beloved Frank…Thinking of days gone by with fondness and respect for Frank and Janet…truly a lovely couple…Sincerely Don, Heather and Family
Danielle Lima
In my year and a half working in the office at Craigwiel Gardens, there have been several residents that I have met that have made an impact on me. Janet was definitely one of them. I always loved chatting with her in the halls. She had a lovely smile that she was always quick to share. She will be missed.
Mary Pavkeje
Such a vibrant lady. She will begreatlymissed. Sincerest sympathy
Nina Knee
So sorry to hear the passing of Janet, our thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this time of sorrow.
The Knee Family
Mel andKathy Winger
Sorry to hear of Janet ,s passing, will miss seeing her at Craigwiel.