Services & Obituaries

PATEY, Charles “Eddie” …
Peacefully at home surrounded by friends on Sunday, August 4, 2019 in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of the late Rita (nee Cousineau) Patey. Best friend of Michelle Gonsalves. Uncle to Yvonne Dunphy. Will also be missed by Dave & Sue Jackman, Carma & Carlos, Bernadine & George, Kevin & Angela and Heather & Mike. Visitation will take place from 12:30-1:30 pm on Friday, August 9, 2019 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel at 1:30 pm. Cremation to follow. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 55 St Clair Avenue West, Suite 500, Toronto, Ontario M4V 2Y7. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WILLIAMS, Gwendolyn “Gwen”
Peacefully passed away on Friday, August 2, 2019 at the age of 81, Gwen of London, ON. Dear mother of Doreen Madevu (Edmund) and Rose Peterkin (Paul). Devoted Gran to Themba and Wendy Madevu and great mother to Keenan Madevu.  Caring sister to Wilson.  Friends will be received by the family from 9-11 am on Friday, August 9, 2019 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A Graveside service to follow at Woodland Cemetery, London starting at 11:30 am. If wished, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

FLETCHER, Harold Charles….

At University Hospital, London, on Friday, August 2, 2019, Harold Charles Fletcher in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of the late Stella (nee Castilloux) Fletcher (2008). Predeceased by his parents Charles and Leona (nee Gilroy) Fletcher and sister Irene Black. Brother-in-law to Isobelle Keighen and Ovila Castilloux. Uncle to Lorraine Roy and her husband Gilbert, Marcel Dagenais, Craig Black and his wife Sharon, Mike Black and his wife Sharon, Lee Black, Faye Black and many great nieces and nephews. Many thanks to all the staff at University Hospital, 9th floor for the kindness and care provided. A private family gathering will take place at a later date. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to SARI Therapeutic Riding, 12659 Medway Road, Arva, ON N0M 1C0. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DICKSON, Kathleen “Kaye” …
Kaye passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 28, 2019 at her home in Stratford. Kaye had the opportunity to travel the world and had just returned from a trip to Iceland with family in March. Predeceased by her husband Ron (1992). Kaye is survived by her children Chuck (Ellen), Linda (Marc), Sue (Barry) and Cheryl (Fred). She will also be dearly missed by her grandchildren Elizabeth, Patrick and Autumn. She leaves behind her “grand” dogs, cats and horses that she loved. Born on Pelee Island, August 17, 1933. She will be missed by her sister Erma (Walt) of Warren, Michigan and predeceased by her two brothers John (Marguerite) and Delbert Elford. Kaye loved meeting people and will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 from 2-4 pm & 6-8 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will take place on Thursday, August 1, 2019 at 11 am in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com  

HAUGHTON, Kathleen “Kathy” Margaret (nee Cregan)….

To our deepest sorrow, after a long and spirited fight, our forever loved Mom, Grandma, Nana and Oma has crossed over. Kathy was born in Liverpool, England in the beginning of April in 1928 and was in her 92nd year. Mom passed on Tuesday morning July 23, 2019 at Meadow Park Nursing Home, London.

Wife of the late Kenneth “Ken” Haughton – December 2009. Predeceased by her parents and sister Eileen. Leaving behind with so many wonderful memories is son Rory Haughton and his wife Brenda, and daughter Kimberly Wolff and her husband John. Grandchildren Shaun Haughton, Shannon Haughton (Jordan), Shayla Wolff and Braxton Wolff (Wendy). Great grandchildren Ayden and Parker Jordan. Nieces Angela and Jackie and nephew Michael in England. Forever friends, always as family, in the Ottawa area. Many dear friends from childhood in England, army life in Whitehorse, Germany and London, work at Victoria Hospital and the London Gardens, travels all over the world and her Long Term Care Home.

Kathleen’s legacy will be her lifelong dedication to and love for her family and dear friends. Mom will always be missed and cherished. Kathleen was a beautiful person whose positive outlook, generous nature, kindness to all and easily made friendships will leave so many with lasting memories. Her strength to overcome has inspired everyone whom she met. She will always be one of the strongest women we have known. We will always remember her strength and determination, always! We are grateful for the kindness and compassionate care Mom received while at Meadow Park in London. The Honour Guard farewell was truly a very fitting send-off for a truly remarkable lady.

Honouring Mom’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Her desire was for a private family gathering which has also taken place. Donations in Kathleen’s name to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Mom was for decades donating to so many… her fondness was to the SPCA and the Heart & Stroke. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

“Hoping we’ll meet again in God’s Garden”

“How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard”
-A. A. Milne

BEAVERS, Clarence …
After a long and courageous battle, we say goodbye to a wonderful man on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Joan Beavers for 54 years. Dear dad of Meagan Beavers and Karen (Dan) Beavers. Predeceased by his daughter Heather Beavers, his siblings Alice, Mervin, Keith, Leland, Mildred, Gladwin and Warren. Clare was a kind and sweet soul who loved his family.  Clare, a Christian, never spoke unkindly of others.  For 30 years, Clare dedicated his life to Kellogg’s, so much so that in the storm of 1977, he did not want to miss work.  He walked 6 km in the snowstorm, to find the plant shut down, so he turned around and walked the 6km back home.  Clare loved his Northern Ontario camp.  He spent years turning a tar paper shack, into a Canadian paradise.  Clare enjoyed fishing, hunting, 4-wheeling, snowmobiling and even tapped maple trees to put golden goodness on many breakfast tables.  Through the years, Clare loved his Black Labradors. Clare battled cancer for many years.  He pushed through dozens of surgeries and procedures.  But he was sadly defeated and lost his battle.  We would like to thank Dr. Razvi and his extraordinary team for all their support, and the amazing staff on the 8th and 10th floors of University Hospital.   Thank you to the Palliative care team including Dr. Koivu, and to Dr. Schmitt for his unwavering compassion.  Thank you to many family members and friends who visited with Clare during his last weeks, supporting Joan, Meagan and Karen.  Private family interment to take place at St. Marys Cemetery, St. Marys. Family, friends, neighbours and co workers are asked to gather for A Celebration of Life that will be held on Sunday, July 28, 2019 from 1-4 pm at Civic Garden Complex, 625 Springbank Drive, London, ON N6K 4T1. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation -Urology Fund in Support of Residency Training Program, c/o St. Joseph’s Hospital, Room A1-015  268 Grosvenor Street London, ON N6A 4V2 or to the Canadian Wildlife Foundation, 350 Michael Cowpland Drive, Kanata, ON K2M 2W1. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WELLWOOD, Donald…

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 Donald Harold McLeod Wellwood, in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Edith (nee Lindsay) Wellwood. Dear father of Scott Wellwood and his wife Barbara of London, and Bernice Durdin and her husband Mark of Georgetown. Grandfather of Mathew, Brittany, Taylor and Lindsay. Dear brother to many siblings. Cremation has taken place. Donations in memory of Donald may be made to Diabetes Canada, 442 Adelaide Street North, London ON N6B 3H8, or to the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

JANAUSKAS, Bruce…

Passed away after a courageous battle on Sunday, July 21, 2019 at the age of 52. Beloved husband of Anne (nee Poole) Janauskas for 25 years. Loving dad to Sofie and Michael Janauskas. He leaves behind a furry companion, Cooper. Predeceased by his parents Tony and Sally Janauskas, his aunt Pat, uncle Dick and cousin Janice. Survived by his aunt Julia and cousins Alan and Tom.  In keeping with Bruce’s wishes cremation has taken place. Private family interment in the future. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, July 25, 2019 at Bernie’s Bar & Grill, 1290 Byron Baseline Road, London from 3-5 pm with a time of reflection starting at 4 pm. The family encourages casual attire. If wished, donations may be made to the London Health Sciences Foundation – Victoria Hospital Oncology Department, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HERBERT, Daisy….

Peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at Veterans Care Parkwood Institute, London, Daisy Herbert passed away in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late William Herbert (2012). Loving mother of Kevin and Jean. Cherished grandmother of Nathan. Also loved by many nieces and nephews. Dear sister of Mary Lois Bull, Doris Withenshaw (twin) and Gertrude Hicks and sister-in-law of Marjorie Ward. Predeceased by her siblings, Margaret Bodnar, Ruth Harris, George Moulton and Harland Moulton. The family wishes to thank the entire care team on 3 Kent plus Colleen and Pat for their compassion, friendships and laughter during mom’s stay. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, July 25, 2019 from 10-11 am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be held at 11 am in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the General Fund at Maple Grove Christian Retreat Centre, 194936 19 Line, Thamesford, ON N0M 2M0 or to the palliative/family rooms at Veterans Care Parkwood Institute Western Counties Wing, c/o St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation, 268 Grosvenor Street, London, ON N6A 4V2. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MacARTHUR, Robert Charles…

July 20, 1930 – July 17, 2019.  We have lost a remarkable man.  Robert MacArthur passed away at the age of 88 having enjoyed a long and full life.  Husband of the late Doris MacArthur(Quinney), he will be sadly missed by his  three daughters and his son in laws, Debra MacArthur (Barrie Weiner), Dale MacArthur ( Stuart Ewing) and Dawn MacArthur Turner ( Scott Turner), his grandchildren Christopher MacArthur, Katie Turner, Maddie Turner and Zac Turner and his great grandchildren Jackson MacArthur and Hannah MacArthur.

Bob was the eldest son of Alexander and Ethel MacArthur, brother of Don, Carolyn (Heurter) and Norman.  He grew up in London Ontario and has wonderful memories and stories about his childhood in old south, his high school years at South Collegiate and his various jobs over the years.  He started working at a young age and especially loved to tell how he was the paper boy for Mr. and Mrs. Labatt.  He was a taxi driver, drove for Labatt’s Brewery and joined the Militia.   He was never without an interest or involved in a group or activity.  Bob graduated from the University of Western Ontario in 1953, attended London Teachers College and spent many years working for the London Board of Education.  He taught school in Shedden, Hyde Park, Boyle Memorial, Westminster, and Saunders.  When he wasn’t in the classroom, he coached rifle range, basketball, cross country,  track and for many years was very involved in the London Cadet Corp, retiring as the commanding officer from 1974-78.

As a young man, he played first Viola in the London Symphony Orchestra, was an avid singer in the choir, was active in the Optimist Club, bowled at Bowlarama, curled at the Ivanhoe, and was a member at The Hyland Golf and Country club.  He fixed cars, could make anything, and together with his wife Doris, cleared a lot and built their family cottage at Kettle Point, at Lake Huron.

Summers were spent at the family cottage at Kettle Point, while he worked with the cadets at Ipperwash Cadet Camp.  He cherished those summers as he spent time with family and friends.

He was honorable, had a strong work ethic and expected the same from those he loved. His standards and expectations were high, he valued hard work, dependability and loyalty and he would do anything and everything for the people he cared for.  He was extremely proud of his daughters and loved to talk about his kids and grandchildren.   His home and cottage were always open to family and friends.  Those who knew him admired his sense of humor, energy and intelligence and respected him as he succeeded at all he took on.

He loved to travel, in the early years it was car trips with the family.  Florida was a favorite destination!  He took family to Expo 68, the ‘76 Montreal Olympics, Expo 86 in Vancouver and the Vancouver/ Whistler Olympics in  2010.  His extensive world travels included Canada, USA, the Caribbean, Jamaica, UK, France, Austria, Italy, Spain, Greece, with many cruise destinations in between.

In 1969, he started a small business in the basement of the family home and over the years built it into the successful business it is today.  Today DARLO Enterprise continues with his daughter Dale at the helm.

In the 90s he and Doris spent their summers at their waterfront home in Bayfield Ontario.  They hosted parties, family gatherings and even a large family wedding.  He is best known by many in Bayfield as being the “owner of the cottage flat bedded into town from Kettle point” and he was recognized for driving around on his lawn tractor as he worked the cottage in town and the one on the lake.  Favourite past times included walking his dog Sandy up and down Long Hill Road, alongside the Marina.

During his last few years he enjoyed his life at Royalcliffe Retirement Residence and the new friends he made during his time there.  Our thanks to the staff for the support and assistance they gave to him during his time there.  As well our thanks to the staff at Parkwood Hospital, and LHSC for their care and support over the past few years.

Bob MacArthur lived his life to the fullest.  He worked hard and he played hard. He never backed down, he never gave up and that same determination stayed with him to the very end of his life as he faced his challenges with the strength and dignity, we knew and admired.He was loved and respected by many and he will be sadly missed.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Parkwood Amputee Care Program c/o St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation, PO Box 5777 STN B, London, ON N6A 4V2, and the London Regional Cancer c/o London Health Sciences Foundation, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON  N6C 2R6. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.