Services & Obituaries

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

Besch, Betty…..
Passed away on Friday, April 28, 2017 at Victoria Hospital, London, at the age of 92. Beloved wife of John Besch for 69 years. Loving mother of Christopher (Elizabeth) Besch and Ian Besch. Cherished Nan of Heather (Justin), Darryl (Erin), David (Nalini), Ruth (Michael), Amy (Michael), Judy (Robert) and their families. Predeceased by her brother Eric and his wife Ivy Riggle of England. A gathering of friends and family, in Betty’s memory, will take place at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 1997 Dundas Street, London, on Saturday, May 6, 2017 between 2-4pm.  Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers donations in Betty’s memory may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, 21 Grosvenor Street, London, ON N6A 1Y6. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

GLEDHILL, Marion …
Peacefully surrounded by family at her residence, on Thursday, April 27, 2017, Marion Gledhill passed away in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late N. Carl Gledhill. Dear mother of Rich of Ottawa. Cherished grandmother of Brianne and Tim Dermody, Tyler and Matthew. Predeceased by her sister Norma Rivers and brother Ray Hathaway. Friends will be received by the family on Friday, May 5, 2017 from 1 – 2 pm  at the  A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will take place in the chapel at 2 pm with Pastor Ken Bombay officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Marion’s memory to Focus on the Family, 19946 80A Avenue, Langley, BC. V2Y 0J8 or a charity of your choice. Online, condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CLARK, Dorothy….

Passed peacefully at Westmount Gardens Long Term Care, London on Wednesday, April 26, 2017, Dorothy Clark in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Robert Clark (2002). Dear mother of James Clark and his wife Marilyn, Dean Clark, Cheryl Foster and her husband Ron Tipping, Ron Clark and his wife Lynn, Brian Clark, Carol Marsh and her husband Paul, Dan Clark and his wife Donna all of London and Christena McElroy and her husband Rick of Milton. Cherished Nana to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will also be missed by her brother and sisters and their families. The family would like to thank the caring staff at Westmount Gardens Long Term Care facility, especially those who were close to her in the Yellow Rose Neighbourhood who showed Mom much love and compassion during her stay. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family on Sunday, April 30, 2017 from 7-9 pm and Monday, May 1, 2017 from 12-1 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A memorial service will be conducted in the funeral home chapel at 1 pm. Interment at a later date in Hillcrest Cemetery, Parry Sound. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Community Living London, 190 Adelaide Street South, London, ON N5Z 3L1 or Participation House, 101-620 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 3R9. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SCOLLARD, Corinne….

Passed away peacefully with family at her side at Glendale Crossing, London, on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Al Scollard. Loving mother of David, Joseph (Karen), Michael, Jim, Anne (Wayne). Cherished grandmother of Rory, Rachel, Erin, Kristen, Laura, Andrew, David, Benjamin and Rebecca. Dear sister of Dolores (Alex) Fraser. She will be sadly missed by numerous nieces, nephews and extended families. Special thank you to Sandy Donaldson and also the caring staff at Glendale Crossing. Friends will be received by the family at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Sunday, April 30, 2017 from 2-4pm.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. George Roman Catholic Parish, 1164 Commissioners Road West, London, on Monday, May 1, 2017 at 11am with a visitation 1 hour prior. Interment to follow at St. Peter’s Cemetery, London. In Corinne’s memory donations may be made to London Health Sciences Centre Foundation, 800 Commissioners Road East, London, ON N6A 5W9, or the Alzheimers Society of London and Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

JOHANNES, Edgar
Courageously at St. Joseph’s Hospice, London on Sunday, April 23, 2017 Edgar Johannes passed away in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Mary. Dear father of Nancy Thibert and her husband Bob. Cherished grandpa of Jennifer MacDonald, Michelle (Shaun) Bonnallie and Jamie (Katrina) Thibert. Proud great-grandpa of Sydney and Tanner MacDonald, Brady and Peyton Bonnallie and Adrianna Thibert. Brother of Norma (Harold) Sharpe and brother-in-law of Marg Gay. Predeceased by his daughter Gail, his parents Edward and Hazel Johannes and siblings June Fisher and Ted Johannes. Ed was an employee of Victoria Hospital, London for over 40 years and a long-standing member of Wortley Baptist Church. A special thank you is extended to the CCAC, the Dialysis Unit at Victoria Hospital, Dr. Scott McKay, Dr. Adam Power, Dr. Amit Garg and St. Joseph’s Hospice for their care and compassion. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, April 27, 2017 from 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London and 1 hour prior to the funeral service being held on Friday, April 28, 2017 at 11 am. Cremation has taken place. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the London Health Sciences Foundation – Dialysis Unit, 800 Commissioners Road East, London, ON N6A 5W9. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com  

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Wally on April 21, 2017 in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of Jean for 69 years. Loving father of Robert (Stephanie), Brenda (David) and Donna.  Adored Grandpa to Jesse, Alice (Jason), Neysa (Sam) and Katherine. He will also be missed by nieces and nephews.  A special thank you to the staff of 5B South Parkwood Hospital for their care and compassion.  Visitation will take place on Wednesday April 26, 2017 from 10-11 am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the service will take place in the chapel at 11 am. Burial to follow at Listowel Fairview Cemetery. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Edwards, Ross …
Peacefully in his 89th year on April 20, 2017.   Beloved husband to Elizabeth of 40 years. Loving father of Glenn, Scott & Patty, Karen & Jim, Sue & Dave, and step-father to Susan & David, Lisa & John. Cherished Grandpa to Brad, Tyler, Craig, Jillian, Spencer, Katie, Alex, Brett, Jenna, William, Andrew, Rebecca, Torrey, Charles, Arden, Ariel, Laurel and Aaron .  Predeceased by his parents Marion and Charles and sisters Norma and Jean. Survived by brother in law Reginald, nieces and nephews Jill, Lesley, Todd, Leslie and Stephen. Ross will also be missed by countless family members and friends. Visitation will be held on Saturday May 13, 2017 from 1-2:30 pm followed by A Celebration of Ross’s Life from 3-6pm at Windermere Manor (200 Collip Circle, London, ON N6G 4X8). In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Children’s Aid Society (1680 Oxford Street East, London ON N5V 5G9). Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

FISCHER, Monica ….

Peacefully on Wednesday, April 20, 2017, Monica (Benn) Fischer, devoted wife of Robert passed away at Victoria Hospital, London, in her 77th year. Daughter-in-law of Marietta Fischer of Ilderton.  Monica was the last of eleven children of the late William and Minnie Benn of St. Thomas, Ontario.  She was predeceased by sisters Ann Webster, Kathleen Tomasi, Mary Soper, Barbara Westaway, Helen Mills, Jacqueline Sanborn and Vivian Swanson and three brothers Gerald, Jack and William. Survived by many nieces and nephews.  With respect to Monica’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no public visitation. A private family interment of Monica’s cremated remains will be held in Telford Cemetery, Ilderton. As an expression of sympathy donations in memory of Monica can be made to the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON   N6C 2R6.  Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com