Services & Obituaries

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 

SCOTT, Pat….

Unexpectedly on Sunday, March 25, 2018 at University Hospital, London, Patricia Scott at the age of 71 passed away peacefully. Beloved wife of the late Rob Scott (2014). Loving mother of Dan (Cindy). Cherished sister of Eddie (Lorraine), Paul (Mara), Sharon (the late Dick), Rita (Brian), Rick, Len, Martin and Mike (Peggy). Proud Godmother of Clare (Steve). Pat will be missed by her nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family on Saturday, March 31, 2018 from 10-11 am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A Celebration of Pat’s Life will be held at 11 am in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

LINDEMANN, Walter Werner…

Died peacefully on Thursday, March 22, 2018 in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Christa Lindemann for 56 years.  Cherished Papa to Walter Lindemann. Devoted Opa to Sabina, Erik, Dylan and Dalton. Caring brother to Baerbel Krampe of Germany. Walter will also be missed by many other family and friends. A special thank you to the staff at the London Health Sciences Centre- University Hospital for their care and compassion. Walter was born in Dortmund, Germany and immigrated to Canada in 1955 where he spent 38 years working at Labatt’s Brewery.  Visitation to take place on Thursday, March 29, 2018 from 10am- 11am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Burial to follow at Woodland Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WOOD, Harry….

It is with great sadness that the family of Henry Robert “Harry” Wood announce his peaceful passing on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at Westmount Gardens Long Term Care, in his 90th year. Harry was the beloved husband of Evelyn (2014). Loving father of Paul Wood and his wife Paula of London and Raymond Wood and his wife Brenda of St. Albert, Alberta.  He was the cherished grandfather of Shannon (Patrick) Brown, David (Jaqueline) Wood, Jeffrey Wood, Paul (Zoriana) Wood and Amanda (Devin) Van Domselaar. He was the proud great-grandfather of Taylor Wood, Adam Brown, Riley Wood, Rae Van Domselaar and Alina Wood.  Harry was pre-deceased by his parents James and Elizabeth Wood and by his brother John. He is also survived by his dear cousins and their families both in Canada and in the U.K.. Harry was a very humble and faithful Christian who loved his God, his wife and his family with a quiet passion. He will be remembered by his many friends and fellow church members throughout London and Southwestern Ontario for his gift of Christian Ministry as a talented soloist. His voice will remain in the hearts of his family. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 1:00 – 2:00 pm on Monday, April 9, 2018 at Westview Baptist Church, 1000 Wonderland Road South (corner of Southdale and Wonderland), London, where a memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.