Services & Obituaries

COWING, Joanne Lynn….

1948-2018

At Woodingford Lodge on Monday, March 5, 2018, Joanne Lynn Cowing of London, ON passed into God’s care surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Joanne was predeceased by her parents Norman Jack Bradford (1983) and Hilda Martha Cowing (2001). Joanne was also predeceased by her brother-in-law George Harvey Pickering (1983) and the Reverend Calvin John Elder (1993) and several other much-loved aunts and uncles. Joanne was survived by her beloved sister the Reverend Joyce Pickering Elder, her niece Jacqui (Jeffery) Jennings, her nephew Jeffrey (Joanne) Pickering, six great nieces and nephews Jacob, Kateline and Jordan Jennings and Steven, Suzanne and Sarah Pickering. “Aunt Jo” will be missed by her great, great nephew Calvin, too. Upon Joanne’s arrival at Woodingford Lodge in Woodstock, ON, Joanne was welcomed with open arms. Special thanks for the care and compassion shown during her residence there. Her family would also like to acknowledge the fantastic care that Joanne received from all of the “Lakewood” staff and the excellent medical care from Dr. Barry Roth, Dr. Amanullah and Mr. Mark Dager. Relatives and friend will be received at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London for visitation from 12-1 pm on Monday, March 12, 2018, followed by her Celebration of Life Service officiated by the Reverend Dr. Andrew Fullerton, minister of Elmwood Avenue Pesbyterian Church, where Joanne was an active member, elder and choir member up to the time where by her illness restricted her participation. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada or Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church in lieu of flowers, please. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

READINGS, Robert (Bob) Stanley…
Peacefully at home on Monday, March 5, 2018, Bob passed away in his 65th year. Beloved husband of Susan for 30 years. Loving father of Ed (Jen), Duane (Dawn), Scott (Mia). Grandpa to Luke, Emily, Jake, Sean and Max. Predeceased by his father Stan and mother Ruth and brother Gary-Gig. Also survived by his brother John (MaryAnn), sister-in-law Lesley and many nieces, nephews and friends. At Bob’s request there will be no visitation and cremation has taken place. Donations appreciated to the Crohn’s and Colitis Canada, 600-60 St. Clair Avenue East, Toronto, ON M4T 1N5 or London Community Foundation, (for the Tommy Readings Scholarship Fund), 130 King Street, London, ON N6A 1C5. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Wilma (Wiep) Lunenborg … 87, of Leamington, Ontario.  With her family by her side and buoyed by the warm thoughts of her friends at the Leamington Mennonite Home, Mom took God’s hand and was lead home on March 4, 2018.  Born May 11, 1930 in Engwierum, Friesland, the Netherlands, she is predeceased by her parents Pier and Martje Wielenga.  Held dear for 33 years by her late husband Bruin Lunenborg (1923-1993).   Cherished by her daughters Martha, and her husband Patrick Laporte of Leamington, and Jeanette Lunenborg of Port Perry.  Devoted Oma of Nicole Laporte.  An unfailing source of treats for her furry family members Phin, Bruno, Suri and Blaze.  She will be fondly remembered by her cousin and long time friend William VanWieren of London.  Wilma was the youngest of four girls: Geert and Renze Dijkstra, Siem and Galen v.d. Kooi and Frouk and Willem Stuursma.  Frouk, nieces and nephews continue to reside in the Netherlands.  Wilma immigrated to Canada in 1960.  She resided in London, Ontario and was, along with her family, a member of the Dutch Christian Reformed community, including the First Christian Reformed Church (now Talbot Street Church).  She moved to Leamington in 2009.  Her nurturing and compassionate nature was evident in her affection for and respectful care of individuals with disabilities, children and the elderly.  Many thanks to the Administration and to all of the Staff of the Leamington Mennonite Home for your kind and attentive care and to our friends on the 1st floor of the Long Term Care Home for your love and laughter.  Together we made what sometimes seemed impossible, possible. Visitation will occur in the Chapel at the Leamington Mennonite Home on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 from 9:30 to 10 a.m.  Afterwards, her girls will follow their Mom east down the 401 to the A. Millard George Funeral Home in London, her hometown of almost 50 years.  A second gathering of family and friends will occur there on Friday, March 9, 2018 from 1 to 3 p.m.  Interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery will follow.  Gifts in Wilma’s memory can be made to the Leamington Mennonite Home or the Alzheimer Society of Ontario. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CULBERT, Marion….

Peacefully surrounded by her family at Parkwood Hospital on Sunday, March 4, 2018, Marion (Clarke) Culbert at the age of 95, plus 1 week. Beloved wife of the late Norman W. Culbert (1983). Loving mother of Janet Logan (the late Robert), Barbara Barrett, Norman R. Culbert (Lyne), Ronald Culbert (Deborah) and Donald Culbert (Brenda). Cherished grandmother of 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandsons. Dearly missed by several nieces, nephews and her dear friends. Predeceased by her sisters Jean, Jessie, Marjorie and her brother Leonard. The family would like to thank the nurses, friends and neighbours for their kindness. Friends will be received by the family from 10:00 -10:45 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2018, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the Celebration of Marion’s Life will be held in the funeral home chapel at 11:00 am. Private Interment in St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Toys for Tots Canada, 515 Richmond Street, PO BOX 1904, London Center, London ON N6A 5J4 or Special Olympics Canada, 600-21 St. Clair Avenue East, Toronto, ON M4T 1L9. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CADOGAN, Elson….

Peacefully at home with his family by his side, Elson Cadogan passed away on Saturday, March 3, 2018 just nine days shy of his 87th birthday. He is survived by his loving wife Joan Cadogan of 57 years, his son Nigel (Heather) Cadogan, his daughter Sharon (Hilton) Senior, his brother Carl, his grandchildren; Emily, Anthony, Tyra, Devin and Tyson and his great-grandchild Kane. He is predeceased by his sisters Ancil and Catherine and his brother Hugh. Elson will also be missed by his nieces, nephews and extended family in Barbados, Canada and the United States. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family on Saturday, March 10, 2018 from 1-2 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The memorial service will be held in the funeral home chapel at 2 pm. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society London & Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1 or St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 1204 Richmond Street, London, ON N6A 3L4. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

LINSLEY, Evelyn (Anger) ….
December 2, 1910 – March 1, 2018
Peacefully on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at Middlesex Terrace, Evelyn passed away in her 108th year. Beloved wife of the late Murray Anger and late George Linsley. Evelyn is the oldest daughter of the late Frederick and Lily Clifford, formerly of Putnam. Dear mother of Elgin Anger and his wife Rosemarie (2017) of P.E.I. and Patricia Ellinger of Collingwood. Cherished grandmother of Kim MacGregor and her husband Wendell, James Anger, William Anger and his wife Michele, Echo Giroux and her husband Bertrand, Alan Anger, Michael Ellinger, Mark Ellinger and his wife Nancy and Tanya Anger. Evelyn will be fondly remembered by her 14 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren. Also survived by nieces Lynn Glenn and her husband Brian and Lee Carter and her husband Gregory. Predeceased by brothers Frederick and Archie Clifford, her sister Barbara Alexander, her son Francis Anger and her grandson Victor Anger. Evelyn enjoyed traveling after the passing of George with trips to Europe, Barbados and other exotic places. We always enjoyed regular visits to Collingwood and P.E.I. even coming up to Collingwood till her mid 90’s. She was a strong and independent woman and an inspiration to everyone who met her. Her passion for keeping the family history alive has now been passed on. Special thanks to the caring staff at Grandwood and Middlesex Terrace and to Luella, Anne and Lee, her special friends who have been so compassionate and supportive. Friends are welcomed for visiting, one-hour prior (12-1 pm) to the funeral service being held at Reynolds Creek United Church, formerly Putnam United Church, 7180 Hamilton Road, Putnam on Friday, May 4, 2018 at 1 pm. Interment in Putnam United Church Cemetery. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in Evelyn’s memory may be made to Calvary United Church, 290 Ridout Street South, London, ON N6C 3Z1. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

At her residence, surrounded by family, Natalie passed away on February 27, 2018 in her 95^th year.  Dear sister of Norma Lewis (Robert) and Gerald Erskine of Ottawa. Predeceased by her older brothers Robert and Jack Erskine.  Also survived by Bob Erskine, Chris Lewis (Sharon), Natalie French (Chris), Leslie Miller (Peter) and numerous other nieces and nephews.

Natalie was a strong, lovely, intelligent and fun lady.  Known by many as simply ‘Aunt Nat’, she valued her independence and was fiercely loyal to family and friends.

The daughter of Len and Lottie Erskine, Natalie was born at home on Dufferin Avenue in 1923 and was a lifelong resident of London, Ontario.

In her early years, Natalie enjoyed dance lessons and horseback riding on weekends. After graduating from Beal Technical School, she began a long career as a skilled stenographer, and worked at the Bank of Montreal for over 35 years.

Natalie developed a passion for skiing and, as a Founding Member of the London Ski Club, volunteered for many years as the Secretary-Treasurer of the Board of Directors. 

When Natalie was a young woman, her Aunt Bea treated her to a lengthy European vacation and thus began her passion for travel.   Every year Natalie would have at least one trip planned, and ended up traveling throughout the world, always learning about the history and culture of the countries she visited. In her later years, she loved to settle in to a good book and looked forward to her visits to the Public Library.

Natalie was loved by many and will be dearly missed by many.

A special thank you to the staff at Longworth Retirement Residence for their care and compassion during this past year. 

Friends will be received by the family from 9:30-10:00 am on Saturday, March 3, 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 10:00 am.  A private family internment at Woodland Cemetery will follow. 

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Boler Mountain, formerly known as the London Ski Club, P.O. Box 20051, 431 Boler Road, London, Ontario N6K 4G6. 

Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com

JAGER, Theresa….

Unexpectedly on Monday, February 26, 2018 at Victoria Hospital, London, Theresa Jager in her 96th year. Beloved wife of Hans J. Jager for 77 years. Cherished Oma of Michael Jager (Lisa) and great Oma of Krista, Emma and Mia. Predeceased by her son Hans D. Jager (2007). Cremation has taken place and there will be no funeral service held. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

ROBERTS, Gerald Roy….

Peacefully with family, at Parkwood on Sunday, February 25, 2018, Roy passed away in his 96th year. Beloved husband of Dorothy B. (Robinson) Roberts. Dear father of William John Roberts and his wife Bonnie of Appin and Cynthia Victoria Pisek and her husband Mike of London. Also loved by his grandchildren Brandice Robertson and her husband Mitch and Kaley Pisek. Dear brother of Beverly Norris and her husband Victor of London and brother-in-law of Henry Topham of London. Predeceased by his sisters Dorothy Bywater and Shirley Topham.

Roy enlisted in the Air Force during WWII, he flew Lancaster bombers in England (Goose Squadron) and flew operations over Germany and Egypt. Roy later joined the Army, serving from 1939-1972. After the service, Roy worked at Bell Telephone and also as an electronics engineer with a private business.

He enjoyed many hobbies, specifically music, playing the trumpet, golf, reading and crossword puzzles. Roy liked to travel, he traveled to Germany and Italy. Roy loved all swing music (Louis Armstrong, Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey) and classical music (Beethoven, Mozart).

Roy was proud of his family and his wartime achievements. He can be described as modest, happy and cheap.

His advice: “Mind your manners, stay in school and be kind to others.”

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at Parkwood for their excellent care over the years. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will take place in the spring. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com   
 

NEWMAN, Margaret Ferna (nee Chessman)….

Passed away peacefully at University Hospital, London on Saturday, February 24, 2018 in her 87th year. Wife of the late Mitch Newman (2012). Survived by her children Paul (Patti), Jeff (Wendy) and grandchildren Jennifer, Dan, Sarah (Jeff) and Kari (Kyle) and 6 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received by the family from 12:30 – 1 pm on Tuesday, February 27, 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 1 pm. Cremation to follow. 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