Services & Obituaries

GILMORE, Agnes Cecile…
Passed away peacefully at home at the age of 81 on Thursday, April 5, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Gerald P. Gilmore (1994). Loving mother of Walter (Lucy), James (Maryanne), David and Stephen (Lisa). Devoted grandmother of Jessica, Benjamin, David, Kevin, Melissa, Sarah, Brennan and Meghan and great grandmother to Jakob and Kaleb. Survived by her dear sister Beatrice Wemple of California. Friends will be received by the family from 10-11am on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel at 11am. Inurnment to follow at St. Peter’s Cemetery, London. 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  

HILL, Barbara “Kim”….

At Victoria Hospital, on Tuesday, April 3, 2018, Barbara “Kim” Hill of London, passed away in her sleep in her 73rd year. Wife and best friend of William “Bill” for over 49 years. Loving mother to Jeff (Julie) Hill of Grimsby, Suzanne (Matthew) Robinson of Rodney, and Craig Hill of Tobermory. Loving grandmother to Adison and Caleb Hill and Joshua, Nathan and Alysha Robinson. Survived by her sister Linda (Brent) Shaw and sisters-in-law Elizabeth Hill and Frances Trimble. Barb was an active IODE member, volunteer, stained glass and craft artist and more recently a water colour painter. She loved to spend as much time as possible at her cottage in the Bruce Peninsula. A private family service has occurred. Family and friends are welcomed to a Celebration of Barbara’s Life on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 between 3:00-5:00 pm at the Civic Garden Complex, 645 Springbank Drive, London. The family requests that memorial donations be made to The Salvation Army, 371 King St, London, ON N6B 1S4 or Mission Services of London, 459 York Street, London, ON N6B 1R3. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolence, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BARAN, Tyler Joseph…

Passed away suddenly, on Sunday, April 1, 2018 at the age of 21. Beloved son of Dennis Baran Jr. and Abbey Baran of London. Cherished brother of Natalie, Lauren and Destinee. Loving grandson to Marina Baran of London, John and Joan Gatward of Oakland and Dennis Baran Sr. (JoAnn) of London. Tyler will be dearly missed by his Uncles Andrew (Kim), Michael Baran, Derek and Jordan Gatward. Tyler loved sports especially hockey, the beach and being outdoors. He was an animal lover and is in heaven with his beloved dog “Oscar”.  Cremation and a private family service has taken place. Family and Friends wishing to express their condolences can do so by supporting the Salvation Army Centre of Hope, 281 Wellington Street, London, ON N6B 2L4 or Addictions Services of Thames Valley, 200 Queens Avenue, London, ON N6A 1J3. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

STEWART, Marion…

After a long good life of 99 years, Marion passed away peacefully at Dearness Home, London on Friday, March 30, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Gordon A. Stewart (1991). Sadly missed by her children Heather (Stan) Andronik, David (Kim) Stewart and Ben (Sandra) Stewart. Proud grandmother of Gord (Nicole) and Carly (Chantal) Andronik, Becky (Tim) Creton and Josh (Madison) Stewart, Benjamin Stewart, Sarah (Andrew) Lawson, Matthew (Karen) Stewart and James (Shannon) Lawson. Also missed by her 7 great-grandchildren. Fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews, Donna, Joe, Phyllis, Judy and Alice Lynn. Predeceased by her sister Esther and her nieces and nephews, Murray, Patricia, Bruce and Janet. Marion was an occupational therapist at Parkwood Hospital as well as an administrator at McCormick Home for the Aged. Friends are welcomed for visitation on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 from 3-5 and 6:30 – 8:30 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Private graveside service at First Nairn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marion’s memory may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

KEYS, E. Ruth…..

Peacefully with family by her side at Strathmere Lodge, Strathroy, on Friday, March 30, 2018, Ruth (Snell) Keys in her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late Gordon W. Keys (1996). Devoted mother of Murray Keys (Ann) of Peterborough, Gayle Ferris (Pat) of Strathroy and Carol Keys (Michael Carroll) of Bright’s Grove. Proud grandma of Sarah (Shelley), Ben (Carrie), Wesley (Natalya), Heather (Richard), Joshua (Erin) and Emily (Jeff) and great-grandma of Tom, Lily, Elizabeth, Natalie, Rebecca, Parker, Lauren and Evelyn. Survived by her sisters-in-law Vera Keys and Katie Keys. Dearly missed by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her siblings Laura Forbes, Harry Snell, Norma Boyce, Grant Snell and Marian Langmaid. The family would like to thank all the staff at Strathmere Lodge for their loving care of our mother. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 pm on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The Celebration of Ruth’s Life will be held at 10:30 am on Thursday, April 5, 2018 at Calvary United Church, 290 Ridout Street South, London ON N6C 3Z1. Interment in Bayfield Cemetery, Bayfield. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Calvary United Church – Memorial Fund, or the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com          

LAWRANCE, Diane….

With deepest sorrow we announce the death of our dear Diane Elizabeth (née Diteljan) Lawrance on Thursday, March 29, 2018. Diane, a kind, loving, gentle and generous woman, is survived by her two daughters, Julia and Emily, their father Brian, mother Rose Diteljan and brother Stephen Diteljan. Dear daughter-in-law of Linda Munn and Rob Lawrance (Susan). Dear sister-in-law of Craig Lawrance, Scott Lawrance and Andrew Lawrance. Missed by her many aunts, uncles and cousins. John a steadfast and compassionate friend and Eileen, a devoted close friend. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, April 5, 2018 at 11 am, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Brentwood Recovery Home, 2335 Douglas Avenue, Windsor ON N6X 1S9. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SVATOS, Susan….

Peacefully with her loving family by her side Susan Svatos passed at Parkwood Institute, London on Thursday, March 29, 2018 in her 68th year. Beloved wife of John Svatos for 44 years. Loving mother of Yana Nagle and her husband Mark and Aaron Svatos and his wife Stacey. Cherished grandma of Kegan, Mark Jr., Morgan and Hunter. Much loved sister of Charlene Campbell, Rob Lawrance and his wife Susan and Doug Lawrance and his wife Lu. She will be missed be her nieces and nephews and her extended family. Friends are welcomed for visiting from 10-11 am on Friday, April 6, 2018 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the memorial service will be held at 11 am in the funeral home chapel. Donations in memory of Susan may be made to the Brain Injury Association of London and Region, 201 King Street, London, ON N6A 1C9 or 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

BROWN, Zane….

Zane Brown, in his 73rd year, passed away peacefully on March 29th, 2018 at the McCormick Home in London after a long battle with both Parkinson’s and Dementia. Beloved husband of Jennie Brown for 48 years. Loving father to his 3 daughters, Zelda, Amity, and Bret. Caring brother to 4 surviving sisters, Linda, Jacqueline, Sheila, and Gwen. Zane was also a proud grandfather to 5 grandchildren. Predeceased by his sister Beverly. The family would like to thank the amazing staff on Memory Lane at the McCormick home for their loving care. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 from 1-2 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A memorial service will be held at 2 pm in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to be made to either the McCormick Care Foundation, 2022 Kains Road, London, ON N6K 0A8 or the Parkinson’s Society of Southwestern Ontario, 4500 Blackie Road, London, ON N6L 1G5. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MIDDAUGH, Vivian….

Peacefully on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at Lapointe-Fisher Nursing Home, Guelph, Vivian passed in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Melvin Middaugh (1979). Cherished mom of Greg Middaugh and his wife Brenda. Proud “Grandma Daw” of Remily Middaugh. Much loved sister of Yvonne Poulton (the late Arthur Raine and Archie Poulton). Predeceased by her sisters June Faulds (the late Jeff) and Maxine Craig, her sisters-in-law Leota Middaugh, Wilma Dale (the late Lorne), Edith McCarthy (the late Bill), Mary Raine (the late Arthur Sr.) and her brothers-in-law Harold Middaugh and Joe Middaugh (the late Alice). Vivian will also be missed by several nieces and nephews, Bernice Warren and especially missed by her life long friend Lillian Peaker (the late Bill). The family would like to extend a warm thank you to the staff at Lapointe-Fisher for their care, compassion and support over the last year and a half. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, April 12, 2018 from 1-2 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A Celebration of Vivian’s Life will be held at 2 pm in the funeral home chapel. Private family interment in Woodland Cemetery, London at a later date. In memory of Vivian, 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

TSOUMARIS, Kathryn “Kathy”…
 
Our dear mother passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and loved ones on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 in her 77th year. Cherished wife of the late Angelo Tsoumaris, the love of her life. Caring mother of Nick Tsoumaris and his wife Karen of London, and Paula Kent and her husband Fraser of Oakville. Proud grandmother of Rachael and Kyle Tsoumaris, Ethan and Liam Kent and step-grandchildren, Alana and Colton Holland. Predeceased by her parents Henry and Irene Harburn and her sister Norma Meikle. Also survived by many brother and sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins in Canada and in Greece. Kathy was raised in Staffa, Ontario and spent many enjoyable summers at the family cottage in Turnbull’s Grove, Grand Bend. Her laughter, sense of humour and spark will be truly missed. Friends are welcomed for visiting on Monday, April 2, 2018 from 6-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 11 am at Wesley-Knox United Church, 91 Askin Street, London. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers, donations in Kathy’s memory can be made to The Lung Association, 639 Southdale Road East, London, ON N6E 3M2 or the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com