Services & Obituaries

JORGENSEN… Flemming

Flemming Hading Jorgensen passed away peacefully at Barrie Family Hospice of Elgin at the age of 88 on July 21st, 2026. Lovingly remembered by his wife of 68 years, Inge. Loving father of Linda (Joe) and Michael. Caring grandfather of Trevor, Shane, Cody, Jade, Alice, and Léo. Much loved by his twin sister Gyda (Al).

Flemming moved to Canada as a teenager with his mother, father and Gyda where he soon met his wife, Inge. Flemming was a hardworking man from the age of 15. Later he dedicated his career to London Transit, serving the community as a bus driver for 28 years before retiring at the age of 65. In his later years he travelled North America with Inge in their camper visiting Port Franks, Florida, Port Huron, and the Grand Canyon. Flemming enjoyed a variety of hobbies, spending many years perfecting his woodworking skills and even getting his pilot license in the 1960’s. A stoic man, Flemming was always true to himself. He will be missed.

Friends will be received by the family from 1-2 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, followed by a funeral service at 2 pm in the funeral home chapel. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Barrie Family Hospice of Elgin. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

KNEESHAW, Matthew…

Unexpectedly at home, Matthew Kneeshaw passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, just shy of his 45th birthday.

Beloved son of Susan Kneeshaw (nee Favaloro) and Bill Kneeshaw (Catherine). Loving brother of Jeffery Kneeshaw (Sarah). Adored uncle of Calvin and Alex. Matthew will also be dearly missed by his aunt Marilynne (Dave) Van Buskirk and his cousins Wendy (Ian) Newman, Christine Van Buskirk, Paul Van Buskirk and Peri Newman and extended family, as well as his precious four-legged friend, Riley.

Predeceased by all his grandparents Armond and Mildred Favaloro and Ernest and Elizabeth Kneehaw.

Matthew was a loving son and brother. His nephews Calvin and Alex could always make him smile. He always put everyone else first. When his friends came to him asking for help, they were never turned away. He loved sports especially football which he played fiercely. He loved to cycle. He loved cars and motorcycles. Matthew loved the time we spent at his grandparents’ cottage- swimming, fishing, playing games and working on projects with his grandfather. He loved all the dogs we have had especially Kishi, Robbi and his boy Riley. Matthew was a good and caring man. Matthew also had a creative soul. He got great pleasure from new techniques and colour combinations. We have many beautiful paintings throughout our home.

Cremation has taken place and a private family interment will take place at Mount Brydges Cemetery.

In memory of Matthew, donations may be made to VON Middlesex-Elgin, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MULHEARON, James….

Quietly and peacefully, James Mulhearon passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at the age of 88.

Born and raised in Leith, Scotland, James enjoyed growing up in Edinburgh before joining the British Army and stationed in Italy and Sicily. After the army James worked for Universal Exports, and then at a car dealership in Edinburgh before moving to Canada with his late and caring wife, Moira.

Upon coming to Canada, James’ first job in London was working delivering pizza for Vito’s Pizza which always brought happy memories, not to mention his love for pizza. From there he worked at Ford Motor Assembly Plant in Talbotville for over 25 years.

James is survived by his sons Ross (Steve), Sean (Monica), and his beautiful and wonderful grandchildren: Paityn, Ethan, and Ewan who always made him smile.

James leaves behind his family in Scotland-Roy (Muriel), Wales-Michaeal (Shirley), Australia-Robert (Judy) and Carol (Greg) and all his cousins, nieces and nephews.

James was predeceased by his parents Bethia & James, and his mother, Florence.

An avid Detroit Lions football fan, James passed his love of the Lions to his son Sean and attended many Lions games in Detroit. As a 007 fan, James loved watching James Bond films with son Ross quoting every line that Bond ever said. And of course, Sean Connery will always be the best Bond.

As the sun sets in the horizons and twilight approaches, James will now be together and reunited with his one true soulmate: the majestic hills of Scotland.

The family would like to thank the dedicated staff at Westmount Gardens for their care and compassion.

As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Diabetes Canada.

Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

He is now with the love of his life. On Tuesday June 30, 2026 at the age of 79. Don Degraw of London, Ontario. Caring father of James and Krisinda (Steve). Loving Bompy of Haily Rose, Justin, Sam. Brother of Robert Degraw (Ann) and Neil Degraw (Marilyn). He leaves behind his cousins.

Donations may be made to Alzheimer.ca

Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BLACKMAN, Jean E. (nee Buck)…

On Sunday, June 28th, 2026 Jean E. (nee Buck) Blackman passed peacefully and was reunited with her beloved husband Ronald E. Blackman (2005). Dear Mother to Ron Blackman and his wife Fay of Penticton, BC, Bonnie Erdelac and her husband Wayne of Everton, Joan Nichol and her husband Robert of Ailsa Craig, Kathy Albrough and her husband Steve of Ingersoll, and Patti Rose and her husband Craig of Loring. Also loved by her 12 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her loving sisters Gerry Newman and Barb Johnson. Her children were blessed to share on June 17th her 100th birthday and added more wonderful memories. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the wonderful staff at Southbridge Longterm Care Home and special thanks to Dr. Crabbe and NP Mona for their guidance and compassion. Cremation has taken place and a private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MILLER, Gaius…

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London, Gaius Miller passed away at the age of 98 on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Beloved husband of Louise Miller and predeceased by his first wife Beth Miller (1991). Loving father of Peter & Leslie Miller and Derek & Anna Miller. Cherished and proud grandfather of Logan Miller, Micayla Miller (Rory Coulter) and Shivas Miller. Gaius will be dearly missed by Louise’s family, her son Scott Sarna, her daughter Susan and Rob Kichuk, and their children Eamonn, Kieran, Julia, and Erica. Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Monday, June 22, 2026, from 12:00-1:00 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm in the funeral home chapel with a reception to follow. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London for immediate family will follow the reception. In memory of Gaius, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

OHLER, Susan May…

1944 – 2026

Peacefully on Friday, May 8, 2026, at Victoria Hospital, London, Ontario, Susan passed away in her 82nd year. Loving wife and soulmate of Mike for 62 years, beloved mother of Michael (Natasha) and cherished Grandma of Rhiannon and Matthew. Loving sister of Mike Biro (Chantal Pierssens) and David Biro, and sister-in-law of Rosina Wolf. Aunt to Rachel Biro, Daniel Biro, Ashly Clark, Grace Lochhead, Erika Csoff and to several great nieces and nephews. Also survived by many cousins in Ontario, BC and the U.S. Predeceased by her parents Michael and Goldie (Gegeny) Biro and her husband Mike (Sept. 2025). Susan was born and raised in Tillsonburg, Ontario, attended both Public and High School, worked in the Tobacco fields and eventually obtained her Dental Assistant Diploma. Susan and Mike spent time living in Toronto, Ontario and eventually moved to London, Ontario to start a family. In her early years, she enjoyed camping and travelling with her family and good friends to many places including Hawaii, Florida, Las Vegas, Michigan, the Caribbean, and trips to Western Canada. Susan was a valued and loyal employee of Dr. Bob Currie (Prosthodontist) for 38 years where she performed office administration, management and dental assisting. “Susie” loved her clothing, flowers (real and in print) and jewellery. Everyone knew her favourite colours were purple, turquoise, cobalt blue and teal and of her fondness for anything with sparkle and bling. The family would like to thank the staff at Inspirit Residence where Susan and Mike were living for the last 4 years. Susan really appreciated new friendships made at their residence.

Cremation has taken place. A small family gathering will be held in September 2026 at Woodland Cemetery, where both Mike and Susan will be interned together.

For many years Susan (and Mike) enjoyed their cats. As an expression of sympathy, donations in memory of Susan may be made to the Humane Society London & Middlesex or an animal rescue of your choice.

Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

VAN BUSKIRK, Trudy…

Trudy Van Buskirk, in her 76th year, passed away peacefully with loving family nearby, at LHSC on February 26th, 2026, from complications of PNH, the blood disorder that afflicted her for many years.

Trudy was born in London, Ontario, June 14, 1950, to Floyd (d.1983) and Ann (d.2009) and grew up in a small bungalow in the east end of the city. The oldest of 4 children she was frequently enlisted as caregiver and babysitter to her 3 brothers Mark, Philip and John, when Mom and Dad were out. She attended Catholic elementary and high school and from there went to Western University where she graduated with a BA in French and a DipEd in French, Elementary.

She taught elementary school in St. Thomas, Ontario, before moving to Toronto where she completed her MEd while teaching ESL, French and special education for the Toronto Separate school board.

She left classroom teaching and became a consultant providing seminars and training on the “new” microcomputers becoming popular in education, in addition to writing books and content for TVO. With her longtime friend and partner Tom Wojdylo, she co-founded and co-owned SES (Computing) Inc., one of the first Apple-only dealerships in Toronto. In 1991 she wrote a chapter titled “Self Esteem” as co-author for the published book “Winning Women”

Trudy loved music, sailing, dancing, adventure and travel and was able to see the world starting with a trip to France and England after University and vacations and business related visits to islands in the Caribbean, Hawaii, numerous cities in the US, and a one-of-a-kind vacation to Australia and New Zealand with her close friend Brenda. In 1991 she returned to England travelling with her mother to sightsee and visit long lost relatives. Her dreams included living in San Francisco and owning a sailboat. Around 1994 she moved there, co-creating a business connecting users with sellers of handheld personal digital assistants (PDAs). She was truly an entrepreneur and proud of that. Oh, and she bought a sailboat!

Trudy moved back to Canada in 2000 and shortly thereafter had the first of 5 strokes, caused by the PNH she had been diagnosed with 30 years before. The first stroke rendered her unable to move her left side, but after 18 months in hospital and rehabilitation, she’d recovered 90% of her abilities including driving.

Unfortunately she suffered a heart attack and later another stroke and was not as successful with recovery as this second stroke left her with permanent disabilities to her movement and speech. She began receiving infusions of a drug that although wouldn’t cure her disease, could prevent the strokes and heart attacks. It was with this new medication, along with her positive “I can do this” attitude, she relearned to walk with a walker, moved into an apartment and resumed her career from home, consulting for small businesses. Unable to get around easily, she turned to the internet in order to support herself, writing blogs, interviewing women professionals and creating online consulting websites.

She joined writing groups, wrote countless blogs, articles and later stories about her life that she posted on Medium.com, a writing website.

A voracious reader, she devoured books on business, professional development, self esteem, and travel, but most of all she enjoyed murder mysteries. She also loved British TV series.

After living independently for 20 years after the debilitating stroke, in 2024, her health again took a turn and unable to walk once again, she moved back to London, after 50 years of living in Toronto.

Her new home at Waverly Retirement Residence provided the 24hr care she now required and with the help of dedicated staff, Trudy relearned to walk (4th time!) and continued her optimistic attitude by writing, engaging in activities like watercolour painting, and contributing by interviewing residents for the in-house newsletter. She even played the odd game of BINGO! Her positive outlook, always engaging and encouraging, a “one foot in front of the other” kind of attitude endeared her to her many friends, relations, business contacts, colleagues, and helpers. Her OT and PT team even called her their “rockstar” because of her desire to constantly improve her physical abilities.

Throughout her life, Trudy maintained a large circle of close friends who were always there to support and encourage her. She loved to celebrate life’s events and enjoyed being a part of others’ celebrations. She will be missed by all, but her legacy will live on in the countless lives she touched and enhanced with her teaching, coaching, wisdom, perseverance and attitude.

Trudy is survived by her brothers, Mark (Susan), Philip (Annette), and John (Deborah), and beloved niece and nephews, Josh, Christy, and Jake.

Cremation has taken place; Trudy’s wishes that her ashes be spread over Lake Ontario will occur later this summer.

Consider a donation to your local food bank in honour of Trudy.

Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SCOTT, Jean…..

Marjorie Jean Scott known as Jean passed away peacefully in her 104th year with her children at her side, on Thursday, June 11, 2026.

Born in 1922, she was married to Wally Scott for 69 years, together having three children, Bob (Stephanie), Brenda (Dave) and Donna.

Beloved by her four grandchildren, Jesse, Neysa (Frank), Alice (Jason) and Katherine (Joel), and five great grandchildren, Smith, Shea, Callum, Keegan and Joey.

Mom worked in emergency and surgical medicine and as a floor supervisor in several hospitals during her career.

She was stoic, never complained and exhibited an exemplary work ethic, while also making childhood fun creating intricate award winning costumes for Halloween and elaborate Barbie clothes with bits of fur trim and exotic touches.

She also ran “Camp Grandma” when the grandchildren would go to visit for a week every summer. They still have fond memories of those times.

She has been a support to us all and taught us the value of sticking up for oneself and others. She was an original feminist always letting the women in the family know that as women we were second class to no one.

Mom you were loved deeply and will be with us always.

xo

Thank you to everyone at Hazelton Place in Toronto who showed mom much love, care and attention to her well being. It was truly appreciated.

A special thank you to Dr. J. Baker, Dr. Marmoreo, Dr. Wintemute and RN Yuri Zachner for their care and compassion.

We will have a graveside service for her at 12:30pm on June 17, 2026, at the Listowel Fairview Cemetery, 875 Davidson Avenue North, Listowel.

As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners.

McBRIDE, Isabel…

Isabel McBride, of Dorchester Terrace, died peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London, on Monday, June 8, 2026 in her 90th year. Beloved mother of Nancy (McBride) Stammers and her husband Pete of Scotchcreek, BC and David McBride and his wife Jeannine of Belmont. Loving grandmother of Michael and Michelle (Ken). Predeceased by her parents Walter and Ihla Tigert. Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Monday, June 15, 2026 from 11:00 am-12:00 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will follow at 12:00 pm. Interment in Christ Church Anglican Cemetery, Goderich (Port Albert). Donations in Isabel’s memory may be made to VON (Middlesex-Elgin), 2315 St. Laurent Boulevard, Suite 100, Ottawa, ON K1G 4J8, or a charity of your choosing. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com