Services & Obituaries

Petrie, Phyllis …

Peacefully at University Hospital, London on Saturday, November 24, 2018, Phyllis Petrie of London (formerly of Dorchester and Grand Bend) passed away in her 87^th year. She was the beloved wife of Jack (2006); loving mother of Debra Males (Lee), Alan (1999), Donna (1961), Kent (Michelle) and Leah Kleinjan (Peter); grandmother to 6 grandchildren and great-grandmother to newborn Jack.  She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law Bill and Karol Clipperton, brother-in-law Steve Barta and sister-in-law Olive Manley. Phyllis was predeceased by her Clipperton siblings Calvin (Edith), Dolly Allen (Bud), Russ, Jim (Agnes), Doris O’Connor (Mike), Kim Barta, and Ruth White (Ray); Jack’s siblings Lorne (Pearl), Bill (Jean), Glen (Hazel), Ken (Frances), Bud (Jean), Lenore Duncan (Arthur) and Steve Manley.  Phyllis was the aunt to 73 nieces and nephews.  She was blessed with a large and close-knit family. Her likability and generosity with her time gave her the blessing of many life-time friendships including Margaret Mason, Judy Portis & Margaret McLaughlin. She had a good life. The family is grateful to Dr. Hugh Rooney, Dr. Erin Spicer and Jill Gibson for our mother’s care.  We thank University Hospital 4^th floor (particularly Dr. Myers, Sandy, Ryan and Gina), where she was a frequent patient over the previous 13 months. All of you gave our mother the best care possible. At Phyllis’ preference, a private funeral was held on Wednesday, November 28, 2018. Interment was held at Forest Lawn Cemetery.  A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

ROSE: Les……

With heavy hearts, the family of Charles Leslie “Les” Rose announces his sudden passing on Saturday November 24, 2018 at the age of 67. Beloved husband of Rita (Capitano) Rose for 35 years. Loving father of Meaghan Higgins (Jason), and Heather Rose. Proud Papa of Mira, Zeya, Ethan, Bain, Kale and Reid. Cherished brother of Denise Soall (and best friend Mark). Dear brother in-law to Vic Capitano (Denise), Cathy Quick (Doug), Bernie Capitano (late Rowena), Phil Capitano (Debbie), Trish Andrew, Terri Capitano (Tim), John Capitano (Cathy), Don Capitano (Sharon), and Susan Fletcher (Scott). Adored “Uncle Les” to many nieces, nephews and families. Survived by special mother in-law Catherine “Kay” Capitano. Predeceased by his parents Dennis and Margaret Rose and father in-law Vic Capitano Sr. Les was born in Edinburgh, Scotland and lived along the Promenade of Portabello beach. His family moved to London, Ontario in 1966. He had a lengthy career of 37 years with Canada Post and was an avid soccer player with a semi-professional career at the German Canadian Club. Les was a proud Scotsman who regularly enjoyed meeting friends at the pub. He had an open heart for everyone he met and will be fondly remembered by many special friends. Over the years he enjoyed cooking, gardening, curling, times around the pool and being at the cottage with family. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, January 13, 2019 from 1 – 3pm, at the German Canadian Club, 1 Cove Road, London. Please wear your favourite soccer jersey (or any sports jersey), something Scottish or plaid if you wish. If desired, memorial donations at a charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

McMULLEN, Beverly….

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Saturday, November 24, 2018, Beverly McMullen passed away in her 84th year. Loving mother of Christine Henderson and her partner Ron Vanraes of Manitoulin Island, ON and Natalie Mitton and her husband Doug of Nova Scotia. Cherished grandmother of Kevin Henderson of London. Sister of Shirley Allen and Raymond McMullen. Beverly will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and extended family. Predeceased by her brother Gordon McMullen and sister Doreen McMullen. Bev was a successful entrepreneur and owned many businesses. She was a founder of Turtle Creek Lodge on Manitoulin Island and the MacSpuds franchise. She took great pride in her lawn and flower beds at her home and was a recipient of the Trillium Award for property maintenance. Volunteered at the Lambeth Legion Ladies Auxiliary and was a member of the Red Hat Society. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. Sympathy donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 201 King Street, London, ON N6A 1C9. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

STORER:  Reverend Donald L…

At home on Friday, November 23rd, 2018 in his 79th year.  Beloved husband of the late Gertrude Storer (2010).  Dear father of Brenda Storer and her husband Andre and Monica Storer.  Also loved by his grand-daughters Clarissa and Isabelle. Survived by brother Edward (Ted) Storer and his wife Janet, sisters Betty Dahms and Linda Norris and her husband Andy and brother-in-law Douglas Fries. Predeceased by sister Shirley Fries.

Don was a retired minister of the New Apostolic Church for 24 years in Tillsonburg. Don also worked for 51 years in engineering related offices including 41 years at CJDL Consulting Engineers in Tillsonburg. Cremation has taken place.  A memorial service will be held at the New Apostolic Church, 795 Third Street at Cheapside Street, London on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at 11am. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the New Apostolic Church, Foreign Extension Fund, 319 Bridgeport Road East, Waterloo Ontario, N2J 2K9. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DRENNAN, Eric….

With his wife by his side at Victoria Hospital, London, on November 19, 2018 Eric Drennan passed away in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Juanita Drennan for 40 years. Loving father of Crystal, Tara and Derek. Cherished grandfather of five grandchildren. Brother of Donna (Don), Lorraine (John) and Bev (Mark). Eric will also be missed by his numerous nieces, nephews and his extended family. Eric was a projectionist, stage hand and member of the IATSE union for over 50 years and was a dedicated Royal Canadian Legion member. Friends are welcome for visiting on Monday, November 26, 2018 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 1 pm in the funeral home chapel with visitation 1-hour prior (12-1 pm). Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Cystic Fibrosis Canada, 800-2323 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4P 2C9. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WALTERS, Catherine Grace (RN) (nee Scott) …

Passed peacefully with family by her side on Monday, November 19, 2018 in her 79th year. Loving mother of Graham (Liz) and Daniel (Jennifer). Treasured Nana to Emma Grace. Cherished sister of the late Walter, the late Marg, Norm (Amelia), the late Helen and Shirley (Greg). Catherine will be missed by all who knew her. A special thank you to the staff at Parkwood Institute for their care and compassion. Friends are welcomed for visiting on Thursday, November 22, 2018 from 2-5pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Friday, November 23, 2018 at 11am with visitation 1 hour prior to the service (10-11am). Cremation and a private family interment has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Calvary United Church-Memorial Fund, 290 Ridout Street South, London ON N6C 3Z1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SKINNER, Alexander Peter…

December 25, 1919 – November 17, 2018

Beloved husband of the late Margaret (Murphy) Skinner (2017). Predeceased by his daughter Carole Dianne Skinner (1948), brother William Skinner, sister Jean Grove, brother-in-law Walter Grove and sister-in-law Madeline Skinner. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Interred at Presbyterian Cemetery, Woodstock. Funeral arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

KORDOS, Martin …
Suddenly on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at 6pm Martin Kordos passed away in his 55th year. Survived by his children Alyssa, Mathew, Shawn and Megan.  Son of John and Sarah Kordos. Caring brother to Anna, John (Leana), Suzy (Steve) and David. Dear friend of Verna. Martin will also be missed by all who knew him. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 from 10-11 am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The memorial service will be held at 11 am in the funeral home chapel. Donations if wished, may be made to the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S4. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

GRAY, Kathleen (nee Clark)….

Peacefully, on Friday, November 9, 2018 at her residence, Kathleen (nee Clark) Gray, of London passed away in her 100th year. Beloved wife of the late John “Jack” Gray (2014). Loving mother of Bonnie Gray of Stratford, PEI, Nancy Woodworth (Blake Fisher) of London, Brian Gray of Port Stanley, Tim Gray and his wife Evie of Ottawa, David Gray and his wife Susan of London. Cherished grandmother of Christopher Caughlin and his wife Kelly, Brandan Woodworth, Erin Woodworth, Carter Gray, Sam Gray, Mackenzie Gray and Sara Gray and great-grandmother of Ella Caughlin. Loving aunt to Donna Henry, Margie Welch, Jean Noyes, Bruce Clark (Judith) and Susan Smith. Predeceased by her siblings Melvin, Ruby, Alec, Robert Bruce “R.B.”, Margaret and Isabel.

Born and raised on a farm in Dutton, Ontario, Kathleen left after secondary school to pursue nursing studies at St. Joseph’s Hospital School of Nursing in Chatham. She further specialized in neonatal nursing. She nursed at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Westminster Hospital in London, Ontario until her marriage to Jack in 1947. Throughout her years of full-time motherhood and raising 5 children with Jack, she was also very active at Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church. Kathleen was an avid gardener and enjoyed golfing, bridge and ballroom dancing with Jack. In their retirement years she and Jack were able to travel extensively but loved nothing more than to host their friends, children and grandchildren at their cottage in Southcott Pines.

Kathleen supported numerous local charities and believed strongly in empowering youth through education. To this end, her philanthropy also extended to supporting education to hundreds of youth in East Africa. Most recently she initiated a nursing bursary fund that has produced many nursing graduates in Tanzania and assists current nursing students.

The family wishes to thank the many kind and caring individuals who provided support to Kathleen, especially after she was widowed in 2014. Kathleen made many wonderful friends throughout her 7 years at the Royalcliffe and so treasured the happiness and support they brought to her life. Many thanks to all the staff at Royalcliffe Retirement Home and in particular the nursing staff who were so attentive and compassionate over the years – Jay, Susan, Joanne, Wendy, Nicole, Natasha and Marlene. In her final year Kathleen required additional support and the family were blessed to have the caring services of Rachelle, Darlene, Mariane, Candace and Patricia. Kathleen so appreciated each and every one. She was delighted to have Amy return to help in her apartment as she had done over past years. A very special thanks to Renée, an outstanding reflexologist, whose skill and love greatly added to the quality of life for both Kathleen and Jack. How Kathleen enjoyed her weekly visits from Susie who “made her beautiful” over so many years and was a dear friend. Finally, the family wish to thank the excellent Palliative Team of South West LHIN whose skilled support allowed Kathleen to stay in her home in her final few days.

Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, November 15, 2018 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will take place on Friday, November 16, 2018 at 2 pm at Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, 111 Elmwood Avenue East, London, ON N6C 1J4. Cremation to follow with interment in Pond Mills Cemetery, London at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Parkinson Society, 117-4500 Blakie Road, London, ON, N6L 1G5, the Memorial Fund of Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church or the Presbyterian World Service & Development, via The Presbyterian Church in Canada, 50 Wynford Drive, Toronto, ON M3C 1J7. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SCRUTON, Marion (nee Sutherland)…

Marion Scruton passed away in her 99th year, November 2, 2018 at PeopleCare Oak Crossing. Predeceased by her husband, Edward Scruton and her two brothers, Bill and Tom Sutherland. Loved by her sons Mark (Ruth) and John (Diane). Will be missed by her grandchildren Eric (Sabrina), Michael and Melody (Brian) as well as her nieces and nephews. A private graveside service was held at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. In memory of Marion, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation (435 Windermere Rd, London, ON N5X 2T1). Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.