Services & Obituaries

RAFUSE, Norman…

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Norman Rafuse, on Monday April 9, 2018, who was 81 years old.  Norman and his wife Audrey (née McDonald) loved each other dearly, and they were married for almost 56 years.  Norman also loved his two children, Martha and Warren, and Martha’s husband Chris, and they loved him right back.  He also leaves dear friends and family, especially his brother Howard and wife Linda and their family. Norman was a life insurance agent, and he enjoyed his retirement years as a student of the Classics at the University of Western Ontario, gardening, and as a part-time wedding celebrant.  He cared deeply about his family and their pets, and he loved a good joke and telling stories.  We already miss his hearty laugh and the twinkle in his eye. There will be a private interment at Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, we would appreciate donations to the Alzheimer Society London-Middlesex or the London Humane Society. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. We would be very grateful to receive messages of condolence online at www.amgfh.com

CAMPBELL, Reid…

Unexpectedly on Friday, April 6, 2018, Reid Campbell of London in his 59th year. Proud father of Tyler Campbell (Claire), Elyse Campbell (Ken) and Grant Campbell. Dear brother of Holly McColl (Duncan) and their children Sam, Jake, and Aidan. Former husband of Virginia Campbell, brother-in-law of Annette Sgromo and son-in-law of Hanna Sgromo. Dearly missed by his special canine companion, Linus. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held on Monday, April 16, 2018 at 2:30 pm at St. Peter’s Cemetery (please meet at cemetery office), 806 Victoria Street, London. A Celebration of Reid’s life will be that evening starting at 6 pm at Moose Lodge, 6 Weston Street, London. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Addiction Services of Thames Valley, 260-200 Queens Avenue, London, ON N6A 1J3 or Mission Services of London (Quintin Warner House), 4-797 York Street, London, ON N5W 6A8. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CARR, Verna Winifred….

Peacefully with family by her side, at the age of 90, we say good bye to a much loved woman. Loving mother of Kathleen, Patricia, Jim, Douglas and daughter-in-law, Irene. Verna was the cherished grandmother to 7 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.  Loving sister of Joyce and the late Bert and sister-in-law, Betty.  Predeceased by Philip Carr and her life partner, Earl. Verna will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A full Christian service will take place at St. James Westminster Anglican Church, 115 Askin Street, London, ON N6C 1E7 on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, a donation to either The Canadian Cancer Society or The Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences, memories and photographs are welcome at www.amgfh.com

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