Services & Obituaries

MEINEN, Kina….

Surrounded by family in her 94th year, Sietskina “Kina” Meinen was called home to be with her Lord on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at Victoria Hospital, London. Beloved wife of the late Ytsen Meinen (1974). Loving mother of Siska de Leeuw and her husband Arnold, the late Ubbo Meinen and his wife Marian and Albert Meinen and his wife Tammy. Cherished Oma of Wayne de Leeuw (Sonya), Sylvia Sikkema (Henry), Fiona Maxwell (Duncan), Jonathan Meinen (Andrea), James Meinen (Kim), Gregory Meinen (Jourdan), Daniel Meinen (Ashley), Matthew Meinen (Ainsley), Benjamin Meinen (Rachel), Nicole VanderVeen (Ivan), Lexi Gabel (Dylan), Chelsea VanGurp (Jonathan) and Natasha Meinen and great-Oma of Kaija, Jaedon, Joshua, Rebecca, Sarah, Nathan, Renae, Reid, Lochlann, Kingston, Scarlett, McKenna, Barrett, Cadence, Brynn, Griffin, Teagan, Everly, Easton, Beatrix, Edmund, Madeline, Hailey, Colton, Grayson and Kinsley. She will also be missed by her nieces and nephews in Holland. Predeceased by her two sisters Lucia VanderVeen and Annie Smith. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, December 20, 2018 from 2:30-4:30 and 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held on Friday, December 21, 2018 at 11 am at Pilgrim Canadian Reformed Church, 266 High Street, London. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Covenant Christian School, 7 Howard Avenue, London, ON N6P 1B3 or the Anchor Association, 361 Thirty Road, Beamsville, ON L0R 1B2. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SHAW, Arlene “Pat” …
Passed away on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at University Hospital, London in her 82 year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Mervin Shaw (2010). Loving mother to seven children, Doug (Heather), Janet Horton (John), Deborah (Jerry), Tom (Marian), the late Ken (Sandy), Chris (Stacy) and Steven (Lisa). Grandmother to 19 and Great-Grandmother to 20. She will be missed by her siblings Carolyn Thomson and Lynda (Verne) Fralic. Sadly missed by dear friend, Eva Hodgins. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 from 3-5 pm at the A. Millard George Reception Center (located on the Southeast corner of the funeral home parking lot), 60 Ridout Street South, London. Cremation has taken place. Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3 or the Canadian Diabetes Society, 442 Adelaide Street North, London, ON N6B 3H8. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SPINDLER, Katherine “Beth”….

Passed peacefully on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at Victoria Hospital, London at the age of 50. Beloved daughter of Don Spindler and the late Katherine McCoy (2018). Loving mother of Andrew and Christopher. Cherished grandmother of David, Mason and Aidan. Much loved sister of Kim (George) Bowes. Will be missed dearly by her partner Barry Rusher. Katherine will also be missed by her nieces, nephews and extended family. Predeceased by her son Anthony (2001). Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, December 20, 2018 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. Donations to the London Regional Cancer Program would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

ALFERINK, Bernard (Bernie) …

Bernie Alferink peacefully passed away at University Hospital, London on Wednesday, December 12, 2018  at the age of 85 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.  Bernie is happily reunited with his loving wife Dora Alferink, daughter Susan Zender, parents Hank and Gay Alferink and siblings Bert and Ena Alferink.  He will be greatly missed by his son and daughter-in-law Philip and Linda Alferink, son-in-law Carl Zender, his grandchildren Kevin (Emily), Cassandra, Sierra (Jamieson) and Dustin, and by his great grandchildren Owen and Lina.  Bernie will also be dearly missed by siblings Hettie, Hank and Bob, and by many family and friends. Bernie was full of life and beamed with positivity.  He was devout in his faith and served as a Priest in the New Apostolic Church for many years. Bernie will be remembered as being incredibly humble, generous, and hardworking.  Bernie’s family will receive relatives and friends during the visitation held at the New Apostolic Church, 795 Third Street, London ON N5V 0A2 on Saturday, December 22, 2018 from 10 – 11am.  The funeral service to celebrate his life will be immediately following the visitation at 11am.  Cremation has taken place. Donations may be made to the London Health Sciences Foundation, 747 Base Line Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CLIFFORD, Ann….

Peacefully at her residence with her family surrounding her, on Wednesday, December 12, 2018, Elizabeth “Ann” Clifford in her 78th year. Beloved wife of Terry Clifford for 57 years. Loving mother of T.J. Clifford and his wife Pascale of Ottawa, Amy Clifford and her husband Jean Pierre Giroux of Gatineau, Jake Clifford of Grand Falls, Newfoundland and Katie Lee and her husband Tysen of Toronto. Dear grandmother of Emily, Cassidy, Maxim, Ella, Ava, Olivia, Charlotte and Mackenzie. Also missed by her sister Jane Barrett of Toronto. Predeceased by her parents Donald and Katharine Davison. Ann devoted her life to service and continually helping others, especially over 28 years acting as the “Den Mother” for the Global Vision program, among many other volunteer positions. The family would like to send a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Bill McKeough, the day staff at Saint Elizabeth and the night staff at VON. Friends will be received by the family on Saturday, December 15, 2018 from 10-11 am at St. James Westminster Anglican Church, 115 Askin Street, London, where the funeral service will be held at 11 am. Interment at a later date in Woodlawn Cemetery, Guelph. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ann’s memory may be made to Global Vision, 1667 Moffat Avenue, London, ON N5W 2A1. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CAMERON, Elfriede Emily (nee Schlaereth)…

Peacefully at Extendicare, London on December 11, 2018 in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Ward Cameron (1992). Dear mother of John Cameron, Elizabeth Cameron (Pierre Soucy) of London and Shelia Etchison (Don) of Florida. Also loved by grandchildren Sarah of Toronto, Shelane of North Carolina and Clayton and Landon, both of Florida. She will be greatly missed by her “adopted daughter”, Colleen DeJager. Predeceased by sisters Hilda and Irmgard in Germany and Erika in Virginia. A private graveside service at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London has taken place. The family wishes to thank all the staff at Extendicare for all the wonderful care Frieda received while at the nursing home. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.

SCOTT, Edna Jean (nee Nixon)…
January 10, 1922 – December 10, 2018
Passed away at PeopleCare Oakcrossing Retirement Living, London after a brief but compassionate stay. Beloved wife of the late Stewart E. Scott for 54 years (April 2013). Predeceased by sisters Bessie Sharman (Nov 2018) and Della Hoffman (Oct 2011), and by brother Fred Nixon (Sept 2010). Jean is fondly remembered and missed by many nieces and nephews. A special thanks goes out to her niece Rose Stephen, and to all the staff, volunteers and friends at Grand Wood Park retirement home in London where she was lovingly cared for during the past 15 years. Thanks to Dr. David Munro for his constant care and to St. Joseph’s Hospice volunteer, Jane, who visited Jean every week. Cremation has taken place and interment to follow at Woodland Cemetery, London.  If wished, donations may be made to the London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Road, London, ON N5V 3K5, Mission Services, 459 York Street, London, ON N6B 1R3 or the Salvation Army, 80 Dundas Street, London, ON N6A 2P3. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

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EBERLEE, Lois Elaine ….
Passed away on Monday, December 10, 2018 at the age of 88. Beloved daughter of the late William and Gladys Eberlee. Predeceased by her brother Vaughan (Sophie) Eberlee. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, December 19, 2018  at 11:00 am at St. Michael & All Angels Anglican Church, 397 Springbank Drive, London, ON N6J 1G7.  Donations may be made to St. Michael & All Angels Anglican Church Memorial Fund. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

GIBB, Pauline Jean (nee Glazier)….

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Thursday, December 6, 2018, Pauline Jean Gibb (nee Glazier) in her 76th year. Loving mother of Thomas Glazier (Sherry Pinsonneault) of Chatham. Dear grandmother of Ashley and Tim Glazier and missed by their mother Cathy Craig. Pauline will also be missed by her brother Ronald Glazier and his wife May of Goderich, her sister Anita Purdon and her husband Ronald of Mitchell and sister-in-law Sharilyn Glazier. Loved dearly by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, Russell and Sarah, brothers Wayne and Gord and her sisters Vesta and Joyce. A visitation will take place on Monday, December 10, 2018 from 12-1 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MICHAUD, Pauline….

Peacefully with family at her side on Wednesday, December 5, 2018, Pauline (Rossignol) Michaud of London and formerly of New Brunswick, at the age of 70 years passed away. Beloved wife of the late Albeo Michaud (2015). Loving mother of Trevor Gallant (Jackie), Leo Landry (Melissa DeBusschere), Adrien Landry (Stacey), Rachelle Landry and Michelle Landry. Dear step-mother of Albeo Michaud Jr., Belinda Roy, and Michael Michaud. Cherished Nana to her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dearly missed by her brothers Lionel Rossignol (Ingrid), Norm Rossignol (Phyllis) and her sister Edna McDonald (Brian). Missed by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brother Adrien. Pauline left a lasting impression of those she met, she was loved by all and will be dearly missed. The family would like to thank everyone who has come supported Pauline during her journey. Cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London ON, N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com