Yvonne went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. She is survived by her 3 sons; Don of Stoney Creek, Shane of Vancouver, and Colin (Gwen) of Burlington, her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and her sisters; Joan Cornish of Clinton, Pat Unrau of Seattle, USA, and Sharon Youngblut (Bruce) of RR 3 Ilderton. Predeceased by her husband Don Reynolds. Yvonne will be fondly remembered for her smile, sense of humour, her writing talent, and her red outfits.
A private family memorial service will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter. Cremation with inurnment Exeter Cemetery.
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The family would like to thank the staff at the Exeter Villa and the South Huron Hospital for their care and compassion shown to Yvonne.
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Jan Hoskins Denney
Hi Don. Thinking of you and your brothers as you say goodbye to your Mom for the last time. After reading here about your Mom, she sure passed on to you her wonderful sense of humour as we so enjoyed your company when you were at our farm so many years ago. May you always carry on her legacy.
Jan (Hoskins) Denney
Janet Kinsman Bilcke
Sincere condolences to Don, Shane, Colin & families
Wonderful neighbors for many years on the farm. They sure enjoyed raising there little goats. Always a smile for everyone.
Tom & Ruth Richardson
We were very sorry to hear of the passing of Yvonne Reynolds.My wife Ruth
and I had come to know her in Exeter,as she stood out in a crowd with her favourite red dresses and hat.She was aways so peppy and energetic.We will miss seeing her.
May you rest now in peace Yvonne,safe in the arms of the Lord.
Tom & Ruth Richardson
Thea & Uwe Wisch
Dear Don, Shane & Colin
Our sincere condolences to you all.
Yvonne and her passed husband Don were our neighbors in Kippen when we immigrated to Canada in 1981 . She welcomed us right away and was very helpful finding places and stores in the area.
Jamie and Barb Caldwell
So very sorry to hear of Yvonne’s passing. I remember her as an outgoing fun lady who loved to dress in red! RIP❤️
Bruce McGillivray
We were deeply saddened to find out today that Aunt Yvonne had died. Her passing is both personal and symbolic for us as she was the last of our parent’s generation, our aunts and uncles, still with us. My brother Russ, sister Margaret and I grew up in Ottawa when Yvonne and Don and their three kids Don, Shane and Colin lived there. Lots of family dinners brought us together in the 1960s. Aunt Yvonne stood out even then, she seemed different than our mother and the other Moms in our neighbourhood. She had opinions, expressed them vigorously, laughed out loud, had a great voice and she smoked! In a black and white era, she was colourful, she liked red as others have noted. Who knew then what a great writer and storyteller she would become but you could tell she had a quick wit and a strong will. Our mother would remind us that she taught Yvonne in high school in Toronto. I don’t remember how well she did in Mom’s class, but Yvonne did end up marrying her teacher’s brother! Pretty bold for the 1950s and perfectly in character. I have not lived in Ontario for 40 years, but I still remember visits to the farm with the goats and later visiting Yvonne in Exeter for lunch and great conversations, with various members of my Alberta family. She will be missed but rest assured, she will be remembered fondly on this side of the family. Our deepest condolences to Don, Shane, Colin and their families and Yvonne’s many friends in Exeter.
Michele Hunt
To the family of Yvonne you have my deepest sympathies. I came to know Yvonne as a young child when she and Don started attending the Exeter Pentecostal church. She taught my sister Ann and I Sunday school. My Mom(Ada Triebner) always spoke highly of her. So very sorry for your loss.
Michele (Triebner)Hunt
Sandra Newton
It was with sadness when I read of Yvonne’s passing. I always enjoyed being in her company; at Bible study, Probus and Red Hats. I had the pleasure of reading her articles and books. She was talented! Remembering Yvonne and all the ways her life touched mine. May her incredible life be a reminder to us all that one person CAN make a difference.
Anne Hoskins
The Hoskins family sends our heartfelt sympathy to the Reynolds family for the loss of your mother. Yvonne was a lady of many talents and had an outgoing personality. She seemed to leave a lasting impression on the community wherever she went. She will be missed.
Lori Sims
Yvonne was a great friend to our family and a true original. She was generous, intelligent and hard working and always gave back to her community. Our Mom Edna and Yvonne were Clinton girls, and always had lots of stories to share. Our thoughts are with her sons and their families, and everyone who experienced her kindness. She brought both colour, and comfort to our lives, and will always be remembered.
Lori, on behalf of Edna and all of the Sims
Jessica Reynolds
My dearest Gran, you will be so missed! I have so many great memories of our times together; baking bread in the old farm house, visiting the goats with grandpa, sewing doll clothes together, hunting the thrift stores, and eating Chinese food. We girls always had a great time with you. Your witty, charming spirit was ever present. Your sharp mind never failing to impress me. I will forever think of you anytime I see an angel or a lady in red. Love you Gran xo
Doug Watson
Yvonne was one of those ladies you’ll never forget. Always loved her life and her red outfits. So glad that she’s home with her Lord. We all loved having her at Fist Lobo church for a season. Don and boys praying for you during this time.
Linda Elliott-George and Alex George
We offer our sincere condolences to Yvonne’s sons, her sisters and family. I knew her as our Mother’s cousin and last had the pleasure of chatting with her in July, 9 years ago at Mother’s Birthday. All the cousins were there, along with Mother’s sisters and we had a lovely afternoon. Since then, she has communicated via e-mail and encouraged me with my writing.. With her writing she left a legacy of many memories and happy times.
Clara Vanderlaan
Dear Don , Shane , Collin and families ,
To have been a deep and close friend of your mother Yvonne was a honoured pleasure . In many ways she mentored me as a younger Christian. We enjoyed many discussions in growing in God’s Word ; sharing in prayer ; enjoying many lunches and in coming along side her when personal losses altered her lifestyle. She grew in grace and reflected her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ looking forward to seeing Him face to face . I will remember her with great fondness thankful for the many words of Godly Wisdom she passed on in her devotionals
” Along Life’s Narrow Path,
Magnify the Lord with me and The Funny Farm ”
John 17: 3-5
Love Clara
Bruce Shaw
Your Mom (and Sister) was a colourful woman in many ways. Her articles were so impressive that many hit the national newspapers. She had lots of opinions and expressed them well. I enjoyed her very much.
Clara and Tony Vanderlaan
Our deep felt condolences to you as a family with the passing away of Yvonne. We will miss her dearly. Just last week we were together for Bible Study and a visit to the optometrist. She was a dear friend and will be missed much by us.
Clara and Tony Vanderlaan
Our deep felt condolences to you as a family with the passing away of Yvonne. We will miss her dearly. Just last week we were together for Bible Study and a visit to the optometrist. She was a dear friend and will be missed much.
Earl and Marilyn Miller
Our sincere sympathy to Don, Shane, Colin and the rest of Yvonne’s family. Yvonne has made a huge impact on many over several years as she was an integral part of our Coffee Break bible study at Emmanuel , serving for a time as one of our bible study leaders. She also shared with us her writing talents that were published in her 2 devotional books. Her love for God shone through her wise writings, which were both humorous and thought provoking. Yvonne had continued to be knowledgably active at Coffee Break, right up to last week. We will greatly miss our affectionately called ‘lady in red’, her bright smile, and sense of quick wit.
Janis and Peter Bisback
Dear family, thinking of all of you at this sad time. We knew Yvonne for many years. She would go on the hunt at antique shows to find jewelry with red stones. She was so proud of her red glasses, her red car. Loved chatting with her many times. Visited with Don when they lived on Orchard street. Condolences and hugs.
Linda Crerar
Don, Shane and Colin my sincere condolences to you all! I have fond memories of your Mom from my neighbor days at RR 2 Kippen, as well as times when our paths would cross in the Exeter area! She was a treasure.
Linda Crerar (Bell)
Exeter Villa
The residents and staff of the Exeter Villa send their heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Carol Gascho
Sincere condolences to Don, Shane, Colin and the rest of Yvonne’s family. I have no doubt she has left many memories which will be a comfort to all of you. I read her book of Devotions and stories of life on the Goat Farm much to the delight of the residents during my work in Long Term Care. Rest in Peace Yvonne.
Carol Gascho
Evelyn Vincent
To Yvonne’s family
SIncere sympathy. May God grant peace and comfort during this difficult time. Yvonne was a great lady
Helen Southgate
Sharon, Bruce and family sending sincere condolences in the loss of your sister.
Carol Hunt
Worked with Yvonne at The Huron Expositor, probably in the 70s. Appreciate the opportunity it gave me to experience her, larger than life, breath of spring and competent approaches to each day.
Dianne McGrath
I had the pleasure of working with your mom at the Huron Expositor many years ago. Her attention to detail and witty humour along with her compassion towards people are what I remember about Yvonne. She was a beautiful person and I’m grateful to have known her.
Debbie Collins
So sorry to hear of Yvonne’s passing, our “harping” angel! Thankyou Yvonne for your wise words of encouragement and understanding throughout the years. Most of all, your friendship! One day we will meet again worshipping our Lord together! Rest in peace my dear Sister❤️
Jane F Haggitt
My deepest condolences to Yvonne’s family. I remember her fondly as a neighbor at”The Crossing” when I first moved in. Her lovely smile her daily walks in the hall and of course her many red outfits. She will be missed.
Marlene Forbes
Sorry for your loss, Yvonne was a delight to visit.
Glenn and Joan Kells
We are so sorry for your loss. We really enjoyed having her as a neighbour for a few years. Every day was a new adventure. Our sympathies to all of Yvonne’s family.