Services & Obituaries

LANCASTER, John Osborne …
Peacefully with his family by his side, at Parkwood Hospital, St. Joseph’s Health Care London on Sunday January 7th, 2018. John Osborne Lancaster in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Barbara Lewis for four years and cherished husband of the late Joan Lancaster ( Orzen ) for 54 years.  Proud father of Wesley John Lancaster and Tracey ( Jeff ) Andrus.  Adored grandfather of Abby and Mj Andrus and Coleman Lancaster.  He will be missed by his brother Robert and his sister in law Marilyn Lancaster and his dear friend and brother in law Ted and his wife Millie Romhanyi. John will be sadly missed by his friends of 63 years Ilene and Bob Malpass. He will also be missed by Barb’s children and grandchildren. Predeceased by his parents Reverend Osborne Lancaster and Inez ( Salvage ) Lancaster.  In 1933 John was born in Charlottetown P.E.I. The son of a minister John moved from one small town to another throughout South Western Ontario. John spoke fondly of his summers spent at Lake Baptiste as a councilor at Camp Panacka. His love for the outdoors remained, his favourite place included sun, a chair and his headphones.  After high school John attended the Normal School in Stratford where he earned his teaching certificate and met Joan. The two began teaching in the London area.  In 1978 John obtained his Masters of Education from the University of Western Ontario.  John was a proud and loyal Educator with the London Board for 35 years.  His journey as a teacher took him to Sir Adam Beck and Princess Elizabeth and then as Principal he shared his passion at Lord Nelson, Nicholas Wilson and Lorne Avenue.  John touched the lives of many staff and students.  After retiring John began his second career as a court clerk where he joined his other principal friends. He found this so interesting and always had a chuckle when former pupils crossed his desk as having a ” brush with the law”.  Whether it was camping at Lakewood trailer estates for 13 summers, soaking up the splendor at the cottage in Kettle point or in his later years enjoying Florida with his wife Barb, John made connections with others and was always well respected and admired. Thank you Dad for being a wonderful role model and friend. Be free to wander.  We would like to thank Dr. Pearl Langer for her utmost care with John, she continuously went above and beyond while John was in her charge. We would also like to thank all the staff at Parkwood Hospital for their compassion and dedication. John has been in great hands.  Friends who wish to make a memorial donation are asked to consider the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1 or the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street North, London, ON N6B 3H8. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. A Celebration of John’s Life will take place on Friday, January 12, 2018 from 3:30-5:30pm at St. Martin-In-The-Fields, 489 Pinetree Drive, London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

JULANIA, Chhima….

Passed peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Friday, January 5, 2018, in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Jagan Nath Julania (2003); dear mother of Mahavir Singhla and his wife Manju of London, Rajender Kumar and his wife Punam of Sudbury, Man Mohan Singhla and his wife Nikha of London and Patrick Raj Mohan of London; and loving grandmother of Maneesh and Manav Singhla, Puja and Parul Kumar, Nancy Priya and Amit Singhla. A funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, 303 Riverside Drive, London on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 from 12-2 pm. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association,  442 Adelaide Street North, London, ON N6B 3H8. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HARTFORD, Dr. James

Suddenly, following a long illness at his residence on Friday, January 5, 2018, Dr. James “Jamie” “Jim” Hartford passed away in his 68th year. Beloved husband of Veronica “Roni” Voigt. Stepdad of Marlena (Jeremy) Wencel, Donna (Steve Ormerod ) Esbaugh, Julie Esbaugh. Papa of Dominic and Carrick LaPere. Amber Wencel, Elijah and Avery Ormerod and Jordan Hannah. Dear brother of Paul Hartford, Brian (Janice) Hartford and Margot (Pieter Leezenberg) Hartford. Uncle of Amanda, Michael and Andrew Hartford. Predeceased by his parents James and Mary Hartford. James was a graduate of the University of Western Ontario and practiced as a Psychiatrist for over 30 years in London, Ontario. James enjoyed many hobbies such as ham radio (VE3NRX), books and electronics. A Celebration of James’ Life will take place on Saturday, January 20, 2018 from 2-4 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, memorial donations can be made to the C.I.D.P. Foundation of Canada, 3100 Garden Street, PO Box 80060 RPO Rossland Garden, Whitby, ON, L1R 0H1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SODEN, Daniel
Suddenly on Thursday, January 4, 2018 at University Hospital, London, Daniel Soden passed away at the age of 60. Beloved husband of Judy Bishop. Cherished son of Mary Lou Soden and the late Terry Soden, step-son of Wendy. Dear brother of Alyssa Soden. Step-father of Crystal Huntington (Tyler) and Amanda Sans (Kyle). Missed by his 8 grandchildren. Dear nephew of Bonnie Schultz. Friends are welcomed for visiting one-hour prior (1-2pm) to the funeral service, being held on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 2pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Followed by a reception at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 533 (Byron), 1276 Commissioners Road West, London. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to 94.9 CHRW/Radio Western, Room 250 – University Community Centre, Western University, London, ON, N6A 3K7. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Quayle, Jean …
We say goodbye to a wonderful woman, who passed peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 3, 2018. Cherished wife of Denis Quayle for 65 years. Beloved mother of Paul (Nancy) and Susan (Jamie). Caring Nana of Jason (Erica), Brendan (Rhonda), Jamie, Ashley (Ryan), Ryan and Matthew. Treasured great nana of 8. Much loved sister-in-law of Jean (Wilf), Pauline (Maurice) and the late Liliana (Eric). Predeceased by her parents Jim and Jenny Richardson and Jack and Lily Quayle. Jean will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends.  Friends are welcomed for visiting on Sunday, January 7, 2018 from 2-5pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Monday, January 8, 2018 at 3pm. Interment to follow at Woodland Cemetery, London. Donations can be made to Byron United Church, 420 Boler Road, London, ON N6K 2K5. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.

WALL, Florence May “Flo”…
Peacefully at Chelsey Park Long Term Care facility on Saturday, December 30, 2017 in her 99th year. Mother of Darryll Wall and predeceased by her son Wayne Wall. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.  Friends will be received on Friday, January 5, 2018 one hour prior (10-11am) to the funeral service taking place at the A. Millard George Funeral Home chapel, 60 Ridout Street South, London at 11am. Private burial to take place at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

PRATT, Frank….

Frank Pratt passed peacefully at University Hospital, London, on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at the age of 102. Beloved husband of the late Dolina Pratt (2014) for 79 years. Loving father of Deanna Niebergall, Thomas Pratt and his wife Margaret all of London, Sue Stalzer and her husband John of Lady Smith, BC, Ronald Pratt of London and Stuart Pratt and his wife Rita of Grand Bend. Also missed by his grandchildren Stephen (Leigh Ann), Sarah (Michael), Jason (Krista), Jeffrey (Natalie), Christina (Franco), Murray (Lori), Rodney, Adam and Dana (Josh), and his 17 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his son Donald Pratt (2012) and his 2 brothers Herbert and Sydney and his sister Helen. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Extendicare for their care over the three years he was there. A Celebration of Frank’s Life will be held on Monday, January 8, 2018 at 1 pm, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, with visitation one-hour prior (12-1 pm). Interment in Oakland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Sunshine Foundation of Canada, 100-300 Wellington Street, London, ON N6B 2L5 or the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S4. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WESTGATE, Palmer Ernest….
Peacefully, on Thursday, December 28, 2017 at University Hospital, London, Palmer passed away in his 95th year. Beloved husband of the late Elaine (Buchner) Westgate (1995). Loving father of David Westgate and his wife Jacqueline of London, Robert Westgate and his wife Laura of Ottawa, Alex Westgate and his wife Annette of London, William Westgate and his wife Alison of Burlington. Cherished grandpa of Steven (Sasha), Amy, Staci (Chad), Leah and Gavin and papap of Alyjanna, Everton and Autumn. Dear brother of Ronald Westgate (Ruby), Norma Westgate and Beryl Cole (late Frank). Predeceased by his siblings Alma McLean (Alex), Ralph Westgate (Mildred), Mary Manders (Jack), Beulah Greenhill (Charles), Paul Westgate (Anne), Pauline Wilson (Bill), Stanley Westgate (Clara). Palmer retired from Bell Canada on September 5, 1986 after 40 years and 3 months of service. Friends will be received by the family on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 from 2-4 pm at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will take place in the chapel on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at 11 am. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Marentette, Marion….

Peacefully, with her family by her side, Marion Grace Marentette passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at University Hospital, London in her 79th year. Beloved wife of Paul Marentette for 57 years. Loving mom of Janice Bishop and her husband Bert, and Debbie Barnett and her husband John. Special grandma of Amanda Bishop and her fiancé Mike De La Durantaye, Jordan Bishop, Catherine Barnett and Jennifer Barnett, and great-grandma to Christopher and Lucas. Marion will be greatly missed by her many nieces, nephews and extended family. Predeceased by her three brothers; Jim, Jack and Dan. Special thank you to the dialysis nurses for the care and compassion they provided to Marion. Friends will be received by the family from 9:30-10:30 am on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel at 10:30 am. Interment to follow in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marion’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1 or the Kidney Foundation of Canada, Southwestern Ontario Chapter, 203-785 Wonderland Road South, London, ON N6K 3C2. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com