Services & Obituaries

de HOOG, Cornelia…

At Earls Court Village, London on Friday, June 7, 2019, Cornelia Maria de Hoog of London passed peacefully in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Arie de Hoog of 65 years. Loving mother of John (Elly), Jennifer, Cora (Don Darling), Arie (Kerry) and Tom (Nancy). Cherished Oma of Adrienne, Simon, Robin, Katelyn, Morgan and Kyle and great Oma of Carter and Dylan. She will be missed by her dear sister Eva Burger of Reeuwijk, The Netherlands and her many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff at Earls Court for the care that they provided to Mom. Friends will be received by the family at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Thursday, June 13, 2019 from 7-9 pm and on Friday, June 14, 2019 from 10-11 am. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday at 11 am. Interment in Campbell Cemetery, Komoka. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations can be made to the Breast Cancer Society of Canada, 420 East Street North, Sarnia, ON N7T 6Y5 or the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S4. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CHILVERS, Marjorie….

Peacefully and surrounded by her loving family, at University Hospital, London, on Monday, June 3, 2019, Marjorie Chilvers passed away in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Bill Chilvers (2009). Loving mother of Wendy McBride and her husband Raymond, Debbie Pangborn and her husband Steve, David Chilvers and his wife Patricia, Peter Chilvers and his wife Michele and the late Alice Chilvers (2018) and her surviving friend Nelson. Cherished grandmother of Michael, Dawn, Justin, Darren, Stephanie, Joanne, Lee, Heather, Katie, Nicole, Elizabeth and Adam, step-grandmother of David, Tyler, Monique and Alain and great-grandmother of 29. Predeceased by her grandchildren; Douglas, Christopher, Melissa and Kelly and her sisters; Eileen Walters and her husband Wilfred and Jean Curtis and her husband Chesley. Marjorie will be sadly missed by her family, her friends, and all who had the chance to know her. Marjorie’s family will be forever grateful for the understanding and compassionate care provided by the staff of The Waverly while she resided there. We are also extremely appreciative of Dr. Ziada as well as the nurses who cared for her in her final days at University Hospital. Friends will be received by the family at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Thursday, June 6, 2019 from 7-9 pm and on Friday, June 7, 2019 from 12-2 pm. The funeral service will be held on Friday at 2 pm. Cremation to follow with inurnment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. Donations in Marjorie’s memory may be made to the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Base Line Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HELWIG, Ronald G….

Peacefully with his family by his side at University Hospital, London, on June 2, 2019, Ron passed away in his 70th year. Dear son of Alice and the late Ronald C. Helwig. Cherished brother of Karen Mote and her husband Larry, the late Bryan Helwig (Debbie), the late Linda Taplin (the late Tom) and Dan Helwig (Linda). Loved uncle of Kala, Brandon (Ashley), Tanner, Ryan, Holly (Josh), Avery, Ashley, Jennifer, Jim and Nancy and great-uncle of Mikayla, Emily, Cameron, Aria, Christopher, Billy, Michael and Nicholas. Ron will be so sadly missed by his best fur baby, Max and all of his friends at the 1194 Commissioners Road Complex. The family wishes to thank the staff in the ICU at University Hospital for their care and compassion. Friends will be received by the family on Saturday, June 8, 2019 from 12-2 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be held at 2 pm in the funeral home chapel. Cremation to follow with interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London at a later date. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 180-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

KNAPP, Ruth…

Peacefully, rejoining her beloved husband Gray of 55 years, Ruth Knapp passed away at home on Friday, May 31, 2019 in her 93rd year. Cherished by her son William “Bill” and his wife Cathy-Lee, and daughters Margaret “Peggy” Sudnikowicz and husband John, and Mary Jo Addison and husband Rick. Will be greatly missed by her grandchildren Emily (Jeff), Amanda (Trevor), Will (Missy), John Gray (Kim), Alex (Megan), Katie (Cam) and Laura (Tyler). Great-grandmother of many, with one more on the way. Loving sister of Jo Ann Alexander and her late husband William. Ruth taught at Huron Park in Centralia. She was also was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels for over 25 years and loved playing bridge and partying with the Parkhill Gang Bridge Club. Ruth loved gardening, her orchids were her babies, and cherished the support of her condo neighbours. She enjoyed many summers at the family cottage on Browning Island in Muskoka. Friends and relatives will be received by family on Tuesday, June 4, 2019 from 10-11am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, with a funeral service following at 11am. Interment in Parkhill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family ask that donations in memory of Ruth be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

FISCHER, J. David…
June 8, 1949 – May 25, 2019.  Suddenly at home, in his 70th year. Survived by his wife, Barbara Craig, his children Rebecca Ingram (Tim), Natalie Hunter (Kory), Amberley Hockley (Steve) and seven grandchildren.  Predeceased by his sister, Marie Pomfret.  Will also be missed by his cousins Elaine Fitzgerald, Jane McIntyre and Jim Johnson, as well as many friends in Canada and overseas. If desired donations to Compassion Canada, 985 Adelaide Street South, London, ON N6E 4A3. Friends will be received by the family from 9:30-10:30 am  on Saturday, June 1, 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 10:30 am. Inurnment at Woodland Cemetery, London. A memorial service to follow in Cobourg in early July. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SAKER, Lee….

Lee fell into his final sleep on Friday, May 24, 2019 with his soulmate and his pet at his side. He is predeceased by parents Madeleine and Robert Saker, stepmother Helen Saker, brothers Don and Robert Saker, and in-laws Joseph and Rosa Vereecken and Randy Ellwood. He is survived by his soulmate Linda Vereecken, sisters Lois and Laura Saker, sisters-in-law Patricia Saker, Cheryl-Ann (Bob) Fisher and Catherine Ellwood, nieces and nephews Gordon (Yvette), Kirk (Korina), Jennifer, Kelsey-Ann (Cody), Stephanie, Jocelyn (Adam) and a great niece and nephew. Lee was employed by General Motors and was involved in drag racing and other motor sports. He also enjoyed all outdoor projects. He will deeply be missed by all his family and friends. A Celebration of Life will follow at a later date. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MacLEAN, Ian….

It is with heartfelt sadness that we wish to announce the passing of Ian MacLean on Friday, May 24, 2019, with his family at his side at home. He was the beloved husband of Silvia MacLean for 43 years and is survived by his four sons, Michael (Kelly), Peter, Christopher (Andrea) and Daniel. As well, he is also survived by his much-loved grandson, Jack, and beloved granddaughter, Isabel. Jack and Isabel gave him great joy and love. Ian leaves behind his treasured cats (Lug and D.J.) who were a great comfort to him. Ian was born in Walkerton, Ontario and is predeceased by his mother, Florence Gilchrist (1977) and his father, John MacLean (1979). He spent much of his life working in retail. The greatest gift that Ian leaves behind is his love for his family. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.

A very special thank-you to the outstanding care he received from his medical team: Dr. Tetelbaum, Dr. Logan and Dr. Hamilton and his amazing palliative team. Thank-you also to the nurses (LHIN) and PSWs (Paramed) who helped care for Ian.

Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, May 29, 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. Private interment in Purdy’s Cemetery, Cargill. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Base Line Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6 or to Plan International Canada, 300-245 Eglinton Avenue East, Toronto, ON M4P 0B3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SCHOUTEN,  Elizabeth “Betty” ……

“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints” Psalm 116:15. Our heavenly Father in his infinite mercy and grace has taken to Himself at her appointed time, Elizabeth (Betty) Schouten Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Manoah Manor, Langley BC in her 91st year.  Born on July 18, 1928 in Capelle a/d Isle the Netherlands to the late Hendrik and Maria Johanna (van der Windt) Schippers.  Beloved Wife of the late John Schouten (2013) for 61 years.  Loving mother of Henry & Anne Schouten of Yarrow BC, Pete & Fran Schouten of Cloverdale BC, Joanne & Nick DeBoer of Winnipeg MB, Paul & Rita Schouten of Langley BC, Dick & Nell  Schouten of Yarrow BC, Rob & Janet Schouten of Aldergrove BC, Earl & Sylvia Schouten of Waterdown ON, Ted & Lynda Schouten of London ON.  Loved by 54 grandchildren, (predeceased by granddaughter Adrianna VanderMeulen nee DeBoer as well as other pre-born grandchildren and great- grandchildren) and 126 great-grandchildren.  Beloved sister of the late Annie (Dirk) Schouten, Jan (Giela) Schippers, Cornelia (Dirk) van der Meer, Riet (Piet) van der Wijngaard.  Loved and survived by her sisters Hennie (Neil) van der Gugten,  Adrie (Bart) van der Kamp.  Private family interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London, ON. Funeral service to take place at the Willoughby Heights Canadian Reformed Church, Langley City BC on May 30, 2019.  A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184.  Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com 

Madeline Grace (Giroux) Reid
November 1, 1919 to May 22, 2019

It is with saddened hearts that the family of Madeline announces her passing on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 in her 100th year. Beloved mother of Audrey Boler, Dale Reid, Robert Reid (Jennifer), Elaine Purcell and Lorne Reid (Christine).  She loved her grandchildren Robyn, Raegan (Glenn), Michael (Ashley), Kathleen, Sarah (Colin), Lauren, Edward and Paul.  She was also blessed with great-grandchildren Robert, Analeigh, Andrew, Clark, Josephine and Charlie.  Dear sister of Leah Way.  Predeceased by her daughter Dale Reid (September 2018) and also her brothers and sisters Julia, Joseph, Irene, Laura, Jean, John and Peter. Also missed by her nieces and nephews. Special thanks to all the fourth floor staff at Dearness Home, London for their compassion and care of our Mom.  A Celebration of Life will be held in a favourite place in Northern Ontario to be announced during fair weather.  As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

THOMPSON, Jane…

Peacefully on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at the Village of Glendale Crossing, London, Jane Thompson in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of the late H. Douglas Thompson (1980). Loving mother to Douglas (Loan), Tracie Gray and Richard (Cathy). Cherished Grandmother of Jennifer, Kyle, Jaime, Denver, Alyssa, and Ryan. Sister to Ron (Helen), and Marilyn (Paul). Jane is survived by cousins Don and Martin Fleckser, and Mary Wharton as well as long term best friend and travelling companion Eleanore Reynolds. She will also be missed by many nieces and nephews and fondly remembered by extended family and friends. Visitation will be held at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday, May 27, 2019 from 6-8pm and on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 from 12:30-1:30pm. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at 1:30pm. In memory of Jane, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society 201 King Street, London, ON N6A 1C9 or to Calvary United Church 290 Ridout Street South, London, ON N6C 3Z1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com