Services & Obituaries

BEATON, Angela “Jill” …
Unexpectedly, on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at the Village of Glendale Crossing, Jill passed away in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Mervyn C. Beaton. Dear mother of Wendy Beaton and Brent Beaton (Laurie Barker). Also loved by her 2 grandchildren Blair (Jane Markuzzi) and Sabrina (Tyler Harker) Beaton and her great grandchildren Kara, Jace and Jaxon. Survived by her friend and sister-in-law Laureen Beaton. Jill was a secretary at the Thames Valley Board of Education, spending her last 10 years at Saunders Secondary School. Jill and her husband Mervyn were very involved in square dancing and senior’s shuffleboard. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at Glendale Crossing for their care and compassion. Friends and family are welcomed to celebrate Jill’s life on Saturday, April 21, 2018 from 1-3 pm at the A. Millard George Reception Centre, 60 Ridout Street South, London (located in the south-east corner of the parking lot). In lieu of flowers, donations in Jill’s memory can be made to the London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Road, London, ON, N5V 3K5. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com  

FOWLER, Patricia Ann “Isha”
With great sadness we announce the passing of Patricia on Tuesday, April 10, 2018. Loving mother of the late Michael and survived by Christopher Fowler. Dear sister to Matthew (Cindy), David (Yvonne), Roddie (Sharon), Cathy, Michael (April), Edward and John. Cherished daughter of the late Edward and Sadie Folwer and sister Deborah. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.

CINCELLI, Frank …

Peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Hospital in his 87th year. Beloved husband of the late Doreen Cincelli (2006). Dear father of Michael (April) of St. Thomas and Heidi (Gary) of Chatham. Treasured Opa of Reeghan, Tyson,  Simone and Noah. Caring brother of the late Rita of Austria and the late Werner of Austria. A private graveside service to take place. Donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 180-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

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