Services & Obituaries

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

LINK, Betty….

Surrounded by family in London on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, Betty (Belling) Link passed away in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Donald Osborn and the late Don Link. Loving mother of Dianne Czura (Michael), Bob Link (Lynda), Kevin Link (Wilma), Curtis Link (Lori). Also missed by 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Survived by her brother-in-law and sister-in-law Vern and Lucy Link and many nieces and nephews. Also survived by members of the Osborn family, including Janice Hogg (Jim), Garry Osborn (Pam), Pam Ricci (Chris), Doug Osborn (Carmen), and their families. Dear sister of Marion Bentley and sister-in-law Joan Belling. Predeceased by her brothers Glen and Bill Belling and her brother-in-law Dave Bentley and sister-in-law Liz Belling.

Betty, born in Parkhill, Ontario, lived a full life centered on family. After marrying a member of the Royal Canadian Air Force, she embraced a life of movement, residing in various communities across Ontario and Saskatchewan. A dedicated mother, Betty raised four children with love and strength, creating a legacy through family. Following the passing of her husband Don, Betty found happiness again, remarrying, Donald Osborn, and enjoying many fulfilling later years filled with companionship, laughter, and continued connection with those she loved. She was also an avid bridge player, known for her sharp mind and enjoyment of the game. Betty will be remembered for her warmth, and the deep connections she built throughout her life.

The family extends sincere thanks to the Palliative Care Team at University Hospital and the team at Chartwell Riverside, for their compassion and care. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (1-2pm) to the Memorial Service being held at the A. Millard George Funeral Home chapel, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 2pm. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made the Salvation Army. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

KAY, Anne Marie

With her family by her side, Anne passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026 at the age of 71.

Proud mother of Laura Mitchell and Daniel Kay and his wife Jessica. Deeply loved by her grandchildren Jakob and Kayla Mitchell, and Aubrey, Leigha, Elise and Brynn Kay. Dear daughter-in-law of Shirley Kay Cookson. Beloved sister and sister-in-law of Beth and Paul Feagan, Scott and Mary Jo MacEwan, Robert and Bonnie Kay, Patti Hanrath and Scott and Marci Kay. Fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by her father Peter MacEwan, her mother Jean MacEwan and her husband Paul Kay.

Anne’s greatest passion was her family. She watched with pride and a sparkling smile as her children grew to embody the care, compassion, loyalty, and integrity that their mother had modeled for them throughout their lives. She found joy in watching her grandchildren experience life and taught them her ingrained values by example.

Anne had a childhood filled with wonder and warmth as she grew up in Goderich. She moved to London with Paul in 1973, working jobs as a waitress and at the Credit Union before finding a steady home with St. Joseph’s Health Care spending time at both Parkwood and St. Joseph’s Hospital. She spent 20 years in finance and 20 more in corporate communication, handling regional and national projects while leaving an indelible mark on those she worked with.

Reading and writing were a lifelong passion for Anne. From childhood through to retirement you could often find her with a book in her hand, a pen and paper or typing away on her keyboard. Her finest work is displayed in authoring The Salt Man, a book which she truly poured her heart and soul into.

Whether catching up with neighbours on Erie Ave, engaging in a story being told by her grandkids, entertaining one of Paul’s tall tales in the garage or simply resting her feet in the sand on the shores of Lake Huron, she always had time to sit and listen. Truly selfless, Anne did all she could to be present with all who were lucky enough to call her family or friend.

As an expression of sympathy, donations in memory of Anne can be made to St. Joseph’s Hospice of London.

Services will be held at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout St. South, London with visitation taking place on Saturday June 13th from 2:00pm – 5:00pm and the celebration of life taking place on Sunday June 14th at 1:00pm.

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

DESROCHERS, Olisha…

In loving memory of Olisha Desrochers who suddenly passed at the age of 39 at University Hospital in London on May 28th, 2026.

Olisha’s beautiful smile, laughter, fun loving spontaneity, kindness to all and love will be greatly missed.

Olisha is survived by her life partner Siobhan McCarthy, mother Jeanette Desrochers and brother Shawn (wife True). She will also be dearly missed by her mother-in-law Shannon Karn, father-in-law Daniel McCarthy (wife Ursula), brothers-in-law Andrew (wife Maegan) and Derek (partner Kristen) McCarthy and sister-in-law Charlotte McCarthy. Predeceased by her brother Justin and father Don Desrochers.

Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Olisha’s Life will be held on Friday, June 12, 2026 from 6:30-8:30 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home Reception Centre (on the southeast corner of the parking lot), 60 Ridout Street South, London.

In memory of Olisha and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CMHA Thames Valley – Addiction and Mental Health Services, 206-200 Queens Avenue London, ON N6A 1J3.

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

PARKINS, Hank James…

It is with deep sadness and love that the family of Hank James Parkins announce his sudden passing at the age of 22 in London, Ontario.

He will be fondly remembered by his Parents, Joel Parkins and Tess de Haan. His siblings, Ben, Luke, Levi, and Dave. Step-siblings Morgan, Jesse, and Heather. Step-parents Bryan Mc Donald and Erin Foster. Devoted grandson of Bonnie Parkins and Ena de Haan.

Predeceased by: Grandfathers Lippe de Haan and Bill Parkins, Uncle Benjamin Parkins, Sister Ruby Jean Parkins.

Will be missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and co-workers.

Hank was compelled to create – drawing, painting, clay sculpture, embroidery, knitting. He was also becoming a proficient cook, guitar player, songwriter, and vocalist. He excelled at everything he tried, and his hobbies allowed him to cross paths with many people, with whom he invariably formed a genuine connection. He made friends easily, with a warm demeanour, strong sense of empathy, and a razor-sharp wit.

He would have started the nursing program at Fanshawe College in September. His compassionate, gentle, and hardworking nature would have made him an excellent caregiver.

He is deeply missed by all who were lucky enough to have known him.

All are welcome for visitation on Thursday, June 4, 2026 from 2:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Cremation to follow.

The family will Celebrate Hank’s Life with a private service.

In memory of Hank, the family requests donations be made to Friends of the Coves https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/id/78198 or Kids Help Phone https://kidshelpphone.akaraisin.com/ui/helpnow/donations/start

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

CORNELIUS, Leonard…

Leonard Cornelius passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2026 at Victoria Hospital, London in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of Lorraine Cornelius. Loving father of Julien Cornelius and Sean Cornelius. Cherished grandfather of Aiden and Lauryn. Dear brother of Carmelita, Josephine, Anthony (Lynette), Stephen (Shelley), Leona, Martin (Phyllis), Patricia and Mario. Predeceased by his siblings Pauline, Patrick and Celine. Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Friday, June 5, 2026 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 10 am in the funeral home chapel. Interment in St. Peter’s Cemetery, London. In memory of Len, donations may be made to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, 585 York Street, London, ON N6B 1R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com