Douglas Arnold Easter
December 22, 2011
Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, on Thursday, December 22nd, Arnie passed away at the age of 80. Beloved husband of Joan Easter (née Decaire), of London. Dearly loved father of Lori Dennis and her husband Brian; Trent Easter and his wife Teresa, also all of London. Proud Grampa to his three grandsons: David, Curtis and Sean. Predeceased by his parents Douglas and Amy and sister Gertrude. Arnie was born on March 22, 1931 in the “lost village” of Milles Roches, Ontario. He and Joan began life together in Cornwall and moved around the province, settling in London in 1971 where their entrepreneurial skills forged a wonderful career and family life. Arnie was a competitive athlete and avid curler for most of his life being a long-term member of both Highland and London Clubs. At his request, cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Tuesday from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. with prayers at 6:00 p.m. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. George Parish, 1164 Commissioners Road West, London, on Wednesday, December 28th, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Interment, St. Lawrence Valley Union Cemetery at a later date. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Arnie are asked to consider the London Health Sciences Foundation or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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Sorry for your loss .We are sure that he will be missed.
Dear Trent and Teresa, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care, Darlene
Hello Joan and Family We were very sorry to hear of the passing of Arnie. We are thinking of you at this difficult time. If you come to Cornwall and have time please give us a call. Shirley
To Arnie's Family Although we have lost touch for over 20 years I still recognized his picture in the London Free Press. Our sincere condolences to the Family at this time. Hugs to you all. He was my parents accountant for their business ( Jack & Marg's Garage, Exeter) and always had a smile on his face and cheerful conversations with us all. May you all find comfort in your special memories and photos you have of him. He was a great man. Cherish the good times, take care. Thinking of you all at this time. Cathy & Ralph Batten & Family Jack & Liz Triebner Exeter, Ont
Trent, Teresa, and family, our condolences to you and your family during your time of loss. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that he has joined the family of angels looking over you now and always.
Jean and I would like to express our sincere sympathies to the Easter family on the passing of Arnie. We fondly remember past times together and especially the trip to Michigan on the boat. He'll be fondly remembered.
Lori, my dear friend, I am so saddened to hear that your dad passed away. There are no words, just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you, Joanie and Trent and family. I easily recall Arnie's great smile and laugh, so often aimed our way as we were growing up. Love Sue
Dear Joan, Trent, Teresa and family, Our sincere condolences with the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. Truce ans Harry
Joan & family. We offer our deepest sympathy to you at this time of sorrow. Heber & family
Dear Trent, Teresa and family We were so sorry to learn of the passing your father. We just want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Take care
Teresa, Trent & Family, Our sympathy in the loss of your loved one, keeping you in our prayers. Love Ome Jos & Tante Diane
Joan and family - We are so sorry to hear of Arnie's passing. Please know that we are thinking of you and that our hearts are heavy at this very sad time. Elayne & Ron St Pierre
Dear Joan, I was saddened to learn of Arnie's death. I wish to extend my sympathy to you and your family. I remember the fantastic dives he made into the canal from the top of the bridge on Sheek's Island. Bob Hall
Dear Joan and Family, We were so sorry to hear of Arnie's passing. We have many good memories of the times we spent together. Our sympathy and prayers are with you. Joan Fuller & Family
We are so sorry to hear of Arnie's passing. He will be sadly missed by his many friends. We have fond memories of his curling past in Cornwall. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Bill & Denise
Dear Trent , Teresa, David, Curtis , Sean and Easter Family, Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all; may the new-born King bring to you, as promised, His Gift of Peace. With Love, Peter and Audrey
Dear Joan and family, So sorry to hear of Arnie's passing. He will be missed by many friends too. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Sincerely, Leslie Mondor
Dear Joan: We were sorry to here Arnie passed away. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Dear Joan, We're sending one huge "Hug" to you in this devastating time of enormous grief and sorrow. May the closeness and warmth of your family be of great comfort to you now. The last time we saw Arnie,,,,not very long ago,,,, he was wearing a big happy smile, and we believe that's how he'd like for us to remember him. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers as you navigate these murky waters, but we're looking forward to seeing you back with us soon. Take Care, and call for a "DD" if the need should arise. OOOOO's from your gal--pals.
Dear Joan & Family - Our deepest sympathy. Sincerely, Peter & Louise McLellan
JOAN AND FAMILY: THINKING OF YOU IN THIS TIME OF SORROW. WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF ARNIES PASSING. WE REMEMBER YOU BOTH FROM CURLING SPIELS AT HIGHLAND ETC. OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES. GORD AND MARY DIRK
Dear Joan and family - Our sincere condolences to you at this sad time. We remember the good times we had with you and Arnie and Mom and Dad when you lived in Cornwall. Sincerely, Jack and Jean
Dear Joan & Family, It's hard to know what words to say about Arnie passing away. May your memories help pull you through -- our condolences to your family and you. With sympathy -- Robin & Bob
Dear Joan and family: We were sorry to hear of Arnie's passing. . Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Ted and Dolores
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Dear Joan, Trent and Lori It's a very sad day for everyone who knew Arnie and I would like to send my prayers and thoughts to you as you grieve. I still remember Arnie, so carefree and competitive in life as an avid curler. May he rest in peace with God by his side. Hugs, Lois
~ Lois Stanton