Services & Obituaries

DESPARD, Samantha….

At Earls Court Village, London on Tuesday, May 16, 2017, Miss Samantha Despard in her 50th year. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (10-11am) to the funeral service being conducted in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at 11 am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Hutton House, 654 Wonderland Road North, London ON  N6H 3E5. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HEWITT, Vera Mae….

February 24, 1921-May 15, 2017
Passed away peacefully at Highview Residences, London at the age of 96. Predeceased by her parents Walter and Velma Hewitt and her sister Maude Lorene Ostrander. Loving aunt of Michael, Sally, Benjamin, Stephen, Peter and John. Fondly remembered by Catherine Halliday. In keeping with Vera’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Family and Friends are welcomed to a Graveside Service at Ebenezer Methodist Cemetery, 3037 Haldimand Road 9 (York Road), York, ON on Friday, June 9, 2017 at 11:00 am. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DOBRANSKY, Duri (George) … Juraj “Duri” (George) Dobransky, 60, of London ON, passed away on May 15, 2017, at University Hospital, London with his beloved family at his side. Husband of Joyce for 26 years, father of Dustin, Loren and Digby. He is survived by his father Tomas Dobransky of Slovakia and his brother Tomas Dobransky and his wife Simona of London. Predeceased by his mother Zuzana Dobranska. Duri (George) was born in 1957 in Presov, Czechoslovakia, graduated from the University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy in Kosice, in 1982. He escaped the communistic Czechoslovakia in 1987, and immigrated to London in 1989. He married Joyce Dekker in 1990, one year after meeting her as his English teacher. Duri (George) was an avid skier, hiker, adventurer, world traveler and reader. He was known for his tremendous generosity, caring heart, brilliant mind, story-telling talent and his deep love for his family, friends, and nature. He was loved by many relatives and friends around the world. Friends will be received for visiting on Friday, May 19, 2017 from 1:00 – 3:00 and 6:00 – 8:00 pm at Talbot Street Church, 513 Talbot Street, London, ON. A Celebration of Life will be held at the church on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at 1:00 pm. Donations in the memory of Duri (George) may be made to Boler Mountain, P.O. Box 20051, 431 Boler Road, London, ON N6K 4G6. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CHARLTON, Cory…..

In London on Monday, May 8, 2017, Cory Charlton in his 28th year. Beloved son of Kerri Small (the late Phil Small 2015) and Lawrence Charlton (Deborah Penhale). Loving father of Ainsleigh Charlton. Cherished brother of Rebecca Tipping (Brian), Ryan Charlton (Ashley) and Stephanie Young (Steven). Step-brother of Michael and Elizabeth Small. Dear grandson of Barbara and Peter Small. Proud uncle of Keira, Madison, Jacob, Cash, and Olivia. Cory was kind, caring and had a heart of gold, he will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He adored his baby girl Ainsleigh. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Friday, May 12, 2017, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at 11am. Cremation with private interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy donation may be made to CMHA, 534 Queens Avenue, London, ON N6B 1Y6 or the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East London, ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
 

Dobbin, Beryl “Bunny” (nee McGregor)
Passed away peacefully at Extendicare Nursing Home on Friday May 5, 2017 in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Gordon Paterson “Pat”. Loving mother of Catherine Johns (Alec). Dear grammie to Carleigh Johnston (Thomas) and Kyle Johns (Alanna), Keith and Ben Garrett, great-grammie to Rae Leobach and Mason Johns. Devoted “special” aunt to Margaret and Kathy McGregor, Janice Ogilvie and Judy Garrett (Hugh). Predeceased by her siblings Keith McGregor and Margaret Vellet. Bunny will also be missed by many other family and friends. Cremation has taken place. Donations may be made to War Amps Champs, 1 Maybrook Drive Scarborough, ON M1V 5K9  or a charity of your choice. A Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Atkins, Jack

Peacefully at Parkwood Institute, Veterans Care at the age of 103 on May 4th, 2017. Survived by his family Bevan (the late Sharon), Ethan (Laetitia), Matthew (Julie), Taylor and Madeline. A special thanks to Parkwood Staff and residence for enriching his time with them.  Friends will be received by the family from 2:00-4:00 and 6:30-8:00pm on Wednesday May 10, 2017 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London.  A Masonic Service under auspices of St. John’s Lodge No. 209a A.F. & A.M. will be conducted at the funeral home at 6:00pm. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com  

Lahay, Glenluce Margaret …
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a wonderful woman on May 4, 2017 at the age of 86 at Victoria Hospital. Friends will be received by the family at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday, May 8, 2017 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

PATRICK, Judy … Peacefully at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton on May 3, 2017. Loving Mother of Meredith Patrick of Cambridge ON and Allison Gerber (Stew) of Airdrie AB. Proud grandma of Kylie Patrick, Wyatt Gerber and Arizona Gerber. Wife of the late Bob Patrick. Dear sister of Barbara Thompson (Lorne) and the late Mary Shaw-Wood. Beloved aunt of Robert (Jen), Chris (Antonella) and Sarah. Judy is retired from Bell Canada and a long member of Bell Pioneers of Canada. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 from 10 – 11:30 am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at 11:30 am. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. Judy was a devoted animal lover and would appreciate donations to your local Humane Society or Animal Aid Agency. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.  

“Mom, we will love you forever and miss you already. May your soul rest in peace.”

EGBERS, Martina…..

It is with great sadness the family announces that Martina (Doosje) Egbers passed away peacefully at St. Mary’s – Mount Hope, on Wednesday, May 3, 2017, in her 91st year.  Beloved wife of the late Jan Egbers (2010), loving mother of John Egbers (Amy), Tina Baker and Rei Egbers (the late Kate Kelly). Cherished Oma of Jennifer, the late Chris, Paul, Colin, Reed and Adrian. She was blessed to have 10 great-grandchildren; Joab, Kai, Lila, Liam, Noah, Quinn, Desmond, Arlo, Kai and Wes. Predeceased by her brothers Wim, Jan, and Joop. Martina will be missed by her sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews in Holland. A special thanks from the family goes out to the 3rd floor staff at St. Mary’s, for the kindness and care provided. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (3-4pm) to the Memorial service being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Saturday, May 6, 2017 at 4pm.  As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to McCormick Dementia Services, 2022 Kains Road London, ON N6K 0A8. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Baranowski, Catherine… 

At the age of 89, at London Health Sciences Centre-University Hospital Catherine passed away on May 2, 2017.  Beloved wife of the late Vasyl Baranowsky. Dear mother of Walter Baranowski, Timothy Baranowski (Jill) and Alexander Baranowski (Katherine). Cherished grandmother of Bradley, Ryan, Brent and Nichola.  Predeceased by her sonn Michael Baranowski and her sister Jacqueline Cru. The funeral liturgy will be conducted at 10 am on Saturday May 13, 2017 with The Very Reverend Vladimir Morin officiating. Interment in Rodney Cemetery, Rodney. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com