At South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Thursday, March 10, 2011 of Centralia and formerly of Chatham in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late George Sereda (1990). Dear mother of Paul Sereda and Greg Harshman of Ottawa, Pam and Andy Megens of St. Marys and Pete and Paula Sereda and Perry and Michelle Sereda all of Centralia. Dear grandmother of Julie, Sarah, Georgina, Garrett, Anna Marie; Jasmine, Megan; Zachary and Alexa. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Fred and Marj Glover of Okanagan Falls, BC and Walter and Ruth Sereda and Bill and Olga Sereda all of Chatham. Predeceased by her parents Joseph and Kathleen (O’Connor) Glover, sisters Marilyn Jackson and her husband Allan, Eileen McMahon and her husband Jack, brother Vernon Glover and his wife Harriet, brother-in-law Carl Sereda and his wife Helen and sister-in-law Mary Rylett. Maxine was very involved in the Exeter community and the Exeter United Church.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street (1 west of Main), Exeter on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held at Exeter United Church, 42 James Street, Exeter on Tuesday, March 15th at 11 AM with Rev. Paul Ross officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to the South Huron Hospital Foundation or the Exeter United Church would be appreciated by the family.
Evelyn and Larry Elder
Dear Pete and Paula, Paul, Pam, Perry, and family,
We are thinking of you with sincere sympathy.
Larry and Evelyn
Deb Down
Perry, Michelle and family
Sorry to hear of your moms passing.
My thoughts are with you at this sad time…..
Deb
Don and Helen Thomson
To the Sereda family
Sorry we were not able to make iit to the visitation and for the late message…know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Keep your memories near and dear to your heart!
Chuck O'Connor
Peter, Paul, Pam, Parry.
I have been wondering what I would say to you that would bring some comfort but I find it hard to put anything into words. Thinking back to those times out on the farm are my most vivid memories. I do miss the fun, food, and your mom’s smiles. She had a way of telling the ‘city folk’ the God’s truth then giving you that sideways glance with her pixie eyes. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Chuck
Mike and JoAnne Pickering and family
Please except our deepest sympathies on the loss of your Mother. She was a very kind and well liked lady by anyone that knew her. Your memories will hold her near to you all. Mike and JoAnne
The Penhales
Perry, Michelle, Zac and Alexa
We are in fla and heard of your dear Mom and Grandma’s passing.
You are in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Love Smi, Sherry and Austin Penhale
JOHN & ARLENE BERENDSEN
SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. THINKING OF ALL OF YOU.
Bill and Gail Baker
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very sad time in your lives. Maxine will be missed greatly by many people.
Gail and Bill Baker
Gail Fraser
My sincere sympathy to you and your family. May family, faith, friends and treasured memories help you through this difficult time.
Wendi Schwindt
My thoughts are with all of you at this time…Maxine was such a lovely lady and I will treasure the memory of her sitting in her spot at church on Christmas Eve with all of you. She was so proud of her family. Her love for music and her praise for the choir was appreciated and will be missed.
Luke & Carrie Ruyter
We were very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ron and Colleen Pardo
Please accept our sympathy in the loss of your mom and grandmother. Aunt Maxine was such a caring and creative person who touched so many people with her kindness. She will be missed by everyone. Our sincere sympathy to all of your families during these difficult days. May the memories you share give you comfort. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Take care, Colleen and Ron
Eduard and Karin Zehetner
To Pete, Paula, Perry, Michelle and families,
our deepest condolendes go out to your families. We are in Florida right now but our thoughts are with you in this difficult time.
Love, Karin and Edi Zehetner and Al Knight
Marion McCarter
Maxine was a great lady. Laverne and I enjoyed working with her and for her. Her smile will be missed.
Thinking of you.
Marion McCarter
Marty Zimmer
I am very sad to hear of the loss of a beautifil lady. We all loved her and respected her. She will be missed greatly by all who loved her. She has gone on to be with our father in heaven. May God keep you all in His lovingkindness for always.
Love You All and our prayers are with you all.
Marty and Joan Zimmer
kevin and pat peel
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Maxine was a lovely woman.
Sorry we are unable to be with you at this time, but will see you soon.
Kevin and Pat Peel
Mark Sereda and Shirley Moesker
Our thoughts and prayers go to each and every one of you during this difficult time. Aunt Maxine held and will always hold a special spot in our hearts forever. She was always there with support and love during our happy and difficult times. We honour the kind and considerate person she was.
Though I cannot verbally express, I, Mark have always respected her during my childhood and to this day. She understood me, and cared for me and Mitchel in so many different ways. I will truly miss her.
Take care
Paul and Colleen
The Sereda Family – sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Paul Pavkeje & Colleen Kerslake
Joe & Marilyn Dewan
The Sereda Family;
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the passing of your mother & grandmother. Our prayers are with you.
Joe & Marilyn Dewan
Fred & Ruthanne Negrijn
To Maxine’s family—We will always remember her sweet and cheery smile and the many good times working with Maxine at the Exeter fair. Our thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow along with our wishes that the memories of your Mother and Grandmother bring you peace, strength and comfort.
Gail Stubbe
I just heard today about the passing of your mom.
I often saw her when I visted Exeter and it always brought back memories from when she was my CGIT leader. She was always so kind and sweet and always had a smile for everyone. She had a very big impact on my life. I was very blessed to have known her.
I pray your memories and the peace of God will sustain you during this difficult time.
Love and blessings,
Gail Stubbe (Shipman)
Karen Shuttleworth-Herman
To our special friends, The Sereda family;
Please know how deeply we regret the news of Maxine’s passing. In my opinion, Our families together (The Shuttleworth’s and Sereda’s) have an eternal bond………I will always remember our memorable times together.
Unfortunately I may not be able to hug you in person as I am on stand by with dad while he is nursed back to health in the hospital. He may be released on Tuesday.
Hugs and Kisses,
Karen and Robert Herman
Fred Campbell
Perry & Pete and Families
Our condolences to you at this time.Sorry we are not able to be there for you as we are in Florida.Our thoughts & prayers to you all.
Case/Campbell/Glavin/Parsons Familys
Mark Heimrich
Sereda Family:
I would like to extend our deepest sympathy in your loss. Maxine was a pleasant and wonderful person.
Mark & Julie Heimrich
& Staff of Lifetime Water Products
Larry and Joyce Black
Sincere sympathy to the Sereda family in the loss of a dear
Mother and Gramma. Your Mom was always very pleasant
and caring to everyone, and she will be missed. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Tom Hartai
Perry, Michelle and family
On behalf of my family and staff, please accept all of our deepest condolences at this difficult time. Your mom was always an absolute pleasure to serve in our store in Exeter. She was a very sweet lady.Try to find comfort in knowing that she will be missed by so many in the community.
Tom Hartai family and staff
Brigitte’s Fashions
Thomas H Fine Menswear
Exeter
Rev. Gary Shuttleworth
On behalf on the Shuttleworth fanily I extend our sincerest sympathies. Many memories flood my thoughts of times when the Sereda and Shuttleworth families were together, especially when you had the farm outside Chatham. When my ordination took place in Centralia Maxine and George opened up their home for an extened celebration. My parents, Len & Verlyn, and George and Maxine remained very close over the years. Dad had a phone call from Maxine just the other day. She was there for Canada Day celebrations with Pam in Saint Marys when my dad was recognized for his part in helping bring peace during WW2. Maxine was a special lady who brought a sense of peace to all who were in her company. We will certainly miss her but we are happy for her now that she is with George again living in glory where she will wear a crown of righteousness throughout eternity.
I am so sorry that my parents cannot be there as mom (Verlyn) is in a nursing home and my dad (Len) is in the hospital recovering from pneumonia. However, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
God’s peace!
Gary
Paul and JoAnn Lovell-Kristoferson
Dear Paul, Pam, Peter, Perry and familes,
We have so many good memories captured from our times as neighbours and friends.
I will always remember the piano playing, your Mom singing and her smile. Maxine was able to turn a garden into a work of art, a house into a home and people into friends.
To this day I prepare meals that she took the time to teach me how to make.
In these recent years she has shared many stories filled with happiness about her children and their children. She will be missed. Thinking of you all in sorrow and in sympathy. Love JoAnn and Paul
Debby Howe
to Maxine’s family – I remember both your Mom and Dad from being at Bill Howe’s place and even took a road trip to Exeter with Cookie once to see Maxine. She was a wonderful, beautiful, person. my thoughts and prayers are with you as you say goodbye to your Mom. I know how hard that is to do, no matter what age she is. In case you don’t remember or know me, I’m Brian Howe’s exspouse, Nicole and Matt’s Mom.
Helen & George Pratt
Sereda Family:
Please accept our sincere sympathy in the loss of Maxine. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Helen and George
Kobra Mehrmanesh
Paul & Greg
Sorry to hear the sad news about your Mom. We would like to extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. All our love,
Kobra, Bijan & Sabrina
Marg Williamson { Hogan }
Sorry for your loss. May beautiful memories of your mom help you through difficult hours……..Sincerely Marg
Dave Frayne
To all of the family. I was saddened to read of the passing of your Mother and grandmother. Maxine was a nice lady and she wil be missed. May your memories of her give you comfort.
Ross and Debbie Howe (Chatham )
We are in Florida And Just heard of the passing of Your mother Please accept our condolences, Our prayers and thoughts will be with you during this time Ross
Larry and Sandra Hern
To the Family of Maxine,
Please accept our sincere sympathy in the loss of your Mom and Grandma.
You will be in our thoughts and prayers,
Sincerely,
Larry and Sandra Hern
Mary Jean Hill
I have so many fond memories of Aunt Maxine and hours spent talking with her. I remember the farm and the four darling kids she raised. I will always remember her soft voice and her beautiful smile. I send my condolences to the entire family.
Darlene Lightfoot
Perry, Michelle, Zac and Alexa, So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom and grandma, she was a very sweet lady.
Darlene and Tim
Philippe & Janet Maes
Pete , Paula, Perry , Michelle and Family
Our deepest condolences to you and your families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Cherish the wonderful memories you have as they will provide you all with much comfort during this difficult time. She is another angel looking down on us all. Saying until we meet again.. God Bless you all. Philippe Janet Maes and Family
Linda Peel Devitt
Paul, Pam, Peter and Perry – so sorry to hear that your Mom is gone. I have wonderful memories of summer stays on the farm, Glover reunions, your mom’s energy and lots of laughs. She will be missed.
Linda
Fred and Marjorie Glover
We would like to send our condolences to Maxine’s family and friends. She will be missed, but will now be with her beloved George. Allthough we will not be there in person to say good-bye, our thoughts are with you. We will always remember the times we spent with Maxine. “When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a Treasure.”
All our love, Fred and Marjorie
Linda & Eugene Webber
Sereda Family:
Please accept our sincere sympathy on the passing of a wonderful lady, Maxine……You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time “One Day At A Time”
Brian & Pat Hicks
Our heart goes out to all of you at this difficult time.
Maxine was a wonderful woman. Alway so kind and
truly caring to everyone she knew. A beautiful person
inside and out. She will be truly missed.
Take care
Love Brian & Pat