Services & Obituaries

DRYBURGH, Ian…..

Peacefully surrounded by his family at home on Saturday, October 28, 2017, Ian Dryburgh in his 62nd year. Beloved husband of Liz Dryburgh for 39 years. Loving father of Matthew Dryburgh (Dominique), Michael Dryburgh (Janice) and David Dryburgh (Lyndsey). Cherished grandpa of Regan, Logan, Clayton and Brooke. Dear brother of Gord Dryburgh (the late Marg) and brother-in-law of Evelyn Beauchamp (Eddie) and Brad Kellow (Sharon). He will be missed by his nieces, nephews and friends. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Friday, November 3, 2017 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The celebration of Ian’s life will take place in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at 10:30am. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Cobbe, Jeffery Allan …
Suddenly on Friday October 27, 2017 at the age of 52. Loving son of Barbara and the late Charles “Chuck. Cherished brother to Lisa Thompson and Nancy Cobbe. He leaves behind a very special friend Bonnie Cobbe and his furry companion Bella. He will also be missed by many family and friends.  Cremation has taken place. Friends are welcomed for visiting on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 from 3-4pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London.  There will be no funeral service. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

GRAY, Don….

The family of Donald McKechnie Gray is saddened to announce his sudden passing on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at the age of 91. He was a much-loved husband to Mona (nee: Flood) for 66 years. Father to Dawn Wilson (late Mac), Deb Chedore (Phil), Diane Browne (Jim), Dena Gray (Alex). Special Uncle to Linda Stevenson. Brother in Law to Betty Warwick, Shirley Breckelmans, and late Marie Slack. A wonderful Papa to Lindsay Squires (Steve), Kelly Sauvè (Steve), Kim Novia (Freeborn), Courtney Lantz (Adam), Caleb Browne (Raena). Blessed to be a great Papa to Odia, Katelyn, Owen, Logan and Charlotte. Predeceased by his brother William, and sisters; Isabel and Margaret. Don was a dedicated employee of the London Free Press for 45 years and was a member of the Ashlar Masonic Lodge No. 610 A.F. & A.M. He was a passionate woodworker who built everything from the family cottage in Ipperwash to birdhouses for countless friends and family. He was proud of his woodworking skills but even more he was proud of his family. He was always surrounded by women and he loved it! He lived a wonderful life and will be missed. Cremation has taken place. The family would like to welcome friends for visiting on Sunday, October 29, 2017 from 2-4 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London and on Monday, October 30, 2017 one-hour prior (12-1 pm) to the funeral service being conducted at 1 pm in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers donations to London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MCLAUGHLIN, Bruce Wayne…
Suddenly at home on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at the age of 66. Devoted father of Treena McLaughlin and Julia McLaughlin. Caring grandpa to Amanda (Steve), Jayden, Jaileigh and Jillian. Great grandpa to Princeton, Preston and Perseus. Beloved brother to Barbara, Sandy, Doug, Judy, Debbie, Diane, Linda, Nancy and the late Rick. Predeceased by his parents Lloyd and Vera McLaughlin. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 6-9pm on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A private family internment to take place at a later date. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CHUTE, Flora Hope…
Flora Hope MacLeod Chute, born Chilliwack, BC, February 25, 1924, died Windsor, ON, October 24, 2017. Raised on a farm near Embro, Ontario, trained as a nurse at Victoria Hospital in London, lived with her husband and family in Tottenham, Owen Sound, Port Hope, Aylmer, Thamesford, Harriston, and in Simcoe, where she also practised as a nurse. Spent her final years in London and Windsor. Beloved wife of the late Max Chute for 63 years. Proud mother of Patricia Jeflyn Chute of Windsor, Richard Chute and his wife Anne of Port Franks, and Mary Chute Crawford and her husband James Crawford of Ottawa. Dear grandmother to Lauren and Macdonald Laplante; Nicole and Josh Chute; and Evelyn and her husband David Kroft, Sabrina, and Leigh Crawford. Great grandmother to Katelyn Park and Arielle Crawford-Arkaifie. Dear sister of her late brothers, Al and John MacLeod. She died as she lived, with great generosity of spirit, humour, kindness and love. Friends are welcomed for visiting, one hour prior (2-3pm) to the funeral service at 3pm on Friday, November 17, 2017 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. In lieu of flowers, donations to the David Suzuki Foundation, 102 – 179 John Street Toronto, ON M5T 1X4 or Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders, 551 Adelaide Street West Toronto, ON, M5V 0N8 Canada, would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WOOD, Gladys Mellicent (nee Horton) …
Went home to be with her Lord and Saviour on Saturday, October 21, 2017. Born on July 29, 1917, she lived to happily celebrate her 100th birthday this past July. Born in Lorchmont, MI to Nellie and Leonard Horton. In 1927 her family moved back to Canada and then to London in 1930. Predeceased by her beloved husband of 57 years, John (Jack) Wood; sister, Edith McClure (Fred); her brother, Leonard Clifford Horton (Jessie). She thoroughly enjoyed being a homemaker, making delicious pies, entertaining family and friends, teaching her first grade Sunday School class for many years, serving in many activities at Wortley Baptist Church alongside her husband, sending cards, and spending time with dear friends and of course, her family who meant so very much to her. She was a loving, caring mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who so faithfully prayed for her entire family and friends all through the years.
Left to cherish her memory are the children, Marlene (James) Sheldrake and Ray (Lora Lee) Wood; her four grandchildren, Andrew (Cindy) Sheldrake, Amanda (Jeff) Groat, Christi (Josh) Straub, Lindsay (Luke) Hunter and Ryan Wood; her eight great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Mary LaPointe; several nieces and nephews. A private family burial has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 10:15-11am on Friday, October 27, 2017 at West Park Church, 955 Gainsborough Road, London, where the funeral service will be held at 11am. Donations can be made to the Teen Challenge, 9340 Sharon Road, London, Ontario, N6P 1R6 or the Gideon’s International 501 Imperial Road North, Guelph, ON N1H 6T9. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories, and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com   

ROBINSON, Gail Marie (nee Foreman)…
With her girls by her side, on Friday October 20, 2017 Gail passed peacefully. Loving wife of Brian Robinson for over 38 years. Beloved mom to Amy (Ruben) and Elizabeth Anne. Treasured grandma to Lily and Andre. Predeceased by her brother David (Diana). Gail will also be missed by many other family and friends.  Friends are welcomed for visiting on Wednesday, October 25, 2017 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm at the A. Millard Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will take place on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at St. Andrew Memorial Anglican Church, 55 Foxbar Road, London (off of Wellington Road South) at 3pm. Cremation to follow. If wished, donations can be made to A Book For Every Child 251 Dundas Street, London, Ontario N6A 6H9. Online condolences, memories, and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com  

SINCLAIR, Margaret (nee McCreadie) “Peggy” …
Peacefully on Friday, October 20, 2017 at the age of 91. Predeceased by her loving husband Frederick James Sinclair, and by infant son Douglas Sinclair. Caring mother to Alan Sinclair (Martha), Bruce Sinclair, and Mari Leatham (Skip). Dear grandmother to Nicole, Joe, Jef, Caitlin (Adam), Stacey (Kyle), Eric (Heather), Marlo and Minnie (Chris). Proud great grandmother to Lincoln. Beloved sister of the late John McCreadie. Peggy will also be missed by her many friends in the Elmwood Church Community.  Friends are welcomed by the family on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, 111 Elmwood Avenue East, London for a celebration of life, beginning at 11:00 AM. Cremation has taken place. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories, and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SKINNER, Margaret Catherine …
March 5, 1919 – October 18, 2017
Survived by her husband Alexander Peter Skinner. Predeceased by her daughter Carole Diane (1948) and step sisters; Hazel Hilliker (1995), Gertrude Perry (1996), Gladys Cooper (1996) and brother; Clarence Watkins (1959). She will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends. In keeping with Margaret’s wishes cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time. Funeral arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com   

McKee, Marion…
Passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2017. Predeceased by her loving husband James “ Jim “ McKee. Cherished mother of David (Carol) McKee and Kathy (Paul) Martinello. Devoted Grandma to Jonathan (Naoko), Andrew, Michael (Teri), David and Timothy. Proud Great grandma to Hikaru and Yuuto. Beloved Sister to Boyde and Harold (Norma). Caring Sister in law to Irene McKee. Friends will be received by the family from 12-1pm on Friday, November 17, 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 1pm. Interment at Woodland Cemetery to follow. If wished, donations can be made to the London Health Sciences Centre, 747 Base Line Road East, London OntarioN6C 2R6 or the Lung Association, 639 Southdale Road East, London, ON N6E 3M2. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com