Services & Obituaries

SPRATT, Patrick Matthew

Patrick passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on Saturday, July 29, 2017 in his 52nd year. Beloved brother of Sharon, Fred, Mike, Danielle, Shawn, Karen, Maureen, and Alex. He will be missed dearly by his many nieces and nephews, Sarah, Meghan, Jessica, Rachel, Rebecca, Caitlin, Kelcey, Morgan, Jamie, Aaryn, Emma, Caleb, Henry, Annabel, Abigail, Beatrice, Miriam, and Ella. Predeceased by his parents, Don and Nancy Spratt. Patrick was a long-time member of the Community Living London Program at Ford Crescent. All of the staff and his friends there were a second family to Patrick. Patrick also loved seeing all of the Voyageur drivers who he developed relationships with over his many years of attending Ford Crescent. Patrick brought so much joy to everyone close to him. He will always be remembered for his wonderful nature, big smile, and love for Karaoke Day and Sesame Street. Cremation has taken place. At the family’s request, there will be no funeral home visitation or service. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Community Living London at 190 Adelaide Street, London, ON, N5Z 3L1 in memory of Patty. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BEAUCHAMP, Scott M. …
Unexpectedly at home, on Friday, July 28, 2017, Scott Beauchamp passed away at the age of 50. Beloved son of Diane and the late Robert (1983). Dear brother of David (Christine) and Susan Beauchamp (Paul Stevens). Uncle of Michael, Daniel and the late Simone Beauchamp. Scott graduated at the top of his class from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Applied Science – Computer Engineering in 1990. Scott went on to successfully develop his own computer software company. Friends are welcomed to celebrate Scott’s life on Sunday, August 13, 2017 from 2-4 pm at the A. Millard George Reception Centre, 60 Ridout Street South, London. In lieu of flowers donation’s in Scott’s memory can be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WARD, Kenneth….
Peacefully at his residence on Friday, July 28, 2017, Ken Ward passed away in his 67th year. Ken will be missed by his friend Sherry and his immediate family. A graveside service will take place on Thursday, August 3, 2017 at 10 am at Woodland Cemetery, 493 Springbank Drive. Memorial donations in Ken’s memory can be made to the London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Road, London, ON, N5V 3K5. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

McLeod, Ian…
Peacefully in his 83rd year on July 24, 2017. Loving father to Marilyn (Mike), Douglas and the late Jim. Adored grandpa to Andrew (Tristin), Matthew (Joannie), Amanda-Lyn (Brodie) and Jamie. Great Grand papa to Gabriella and Nova. Survived by Margery McLeod (nee Doey). Ian will also be missed by all who knew him. Visitation will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Sunday, July 30, 2017 from 12-1 pm where the service will follow in the chapel at 1 pm. Cremation has taken place.  Donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street North, London, ON N6B 3H8. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MACDOUGALL, Len….

Peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2017 at University Hospital, London, Len MacDougall in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Carole Clute. Caring father of Jim (Debbie) MacDougall, Van MacDougall, David (Karen) and Chris Clute. Loving grandpa of Rebecca (Chad), Sarah and Anna (Jon Rikard S.), great-grandpa of Hannah, Jack, August and Maja.  Will be greatly missed by family and many friends. Predeceased by brothers James and John. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at the Westmount Kidney Clinic and Manor Village. Len was a founding member of Highland Golf and Country Club, was a huge supporter of Ducks Unlimited and loved the outdoors, especially Pike Bay. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Donations to The Kidney Foundation of Canada Southwestern Ontario Chapter, 203-785 Wonderland Road South, London, ON N6K 1M6, the Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1 or the Make A Wish Foundation, 307 Commissioners Road West, London, ON N6J 1Y4. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Wood, Donna Marie …
Passed away peacefully on July 23, 2017 with her family by her side. Loving wife of Bill Wood for 61 years. Much loved mother of Tom (Monica), Kelly (Paul Marshall) and Brian (Megan). Predeceased by her son, Bobby. Proud Grandma of Vanessa (Steve), Nikki, Joshua, Sarah (Adam), Owen and Emily, and great grandmother of Anthony, Logan and Hailey. She was a lifetime member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. Donna will be missed by many other family and friends. Visitation will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Thursday, July 27, 2017 from 3-5 pm & 7-9pm. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on, July 28, 2017 at 10 am. In keeping with Donna’s wishes, cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of London, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1 or the Ronald McDonald House 741 Base Line Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HART, Robert James….

At University Hospital, London, on Saturday, July 22, 2017, Robert (Bob) Hart in his 86th year. Son of the late F.G. (Fred) and Beatrice Hart. Beloved husband of Marilyn (Conibear) for 62 years. Loving father of Thomas (Kathy), Nancy (Don) Marsh and James (Jane). Proud grandfather of Patrick, Lise, Sean and Ryan and great-grandfather of Milo and Nico. Brother-in-law of Barbara Muma, and uncle of David, Kit and Paul. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, July 27, 2017 one hour prior to the service (12-1) at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the memorial service will be conducted at 1 pm in the funeral home chapel. Feel free to wear your favourite ball cap – Bob was seldom seen without his Blue Jays cap! In lieu of flowers, donations to Right To Play (that supports youth sports worldwide), 18 King Street East, Toronto, ON M5C 1C4 or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Cole, Jack…
Passed away peacefully at the Village of Glendale Crossing, on Saturday, July 22, 2017, in his 88th year. Beloved husband of the late Lenore  (Carpenter) Cole. Loving father of John Cole,  (late) Richard  Cole and his wife Betsy and  Debbie McTaggart. Cherished grandpa of Michelle, Nicky, Sean and Melissa and great grandpa of William, Seairah and Ella. Sadly missed by his sister Mary Henry, nephew David, niece Susan and extended family.  Predeceased by his parents William and Marjorie Cole. Visitation will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 from 2-4pm and 7-9 pm, with a  Masonic Service under the auspices of St. John’s Lodge No. 20 A.F. & A.M. will be conducted at 7pm. Memorial service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at 9am. Interment at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. Donations may be made to Mocha Shrine Centre, 468 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2T3 or Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street North London, ON N6B3H8. Online condolences memories, and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Schirmer, Irene (1932-2017)

Irene passed away peacefully at home in London on Friday, July 21st surrounded by her beloved dogs and her loving sons Rainer and Roger. Predeceased by her husband Fred. Irene will be sadly missed by her family and friends.  At Irene’s request there will be no visitation or funeral service. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Benjamin Mark Portis…
December 9, 1960 – July 20, 2017, of Toronto. Beloved by his mother, sister, brother and friends, Ben died suddenly in a car accident on Thursday evening July 20, 2017. He is survived by his mother, Mary, sister Carrie (Janet), brother Andrew (Karen) and nieces, Jennifer, Julia and Frances. He was predeceased by his father, Bernard. Ben was a graduate of Queen’s University and held graduate degrees from the University of Chicago and Bard College. He was a curator and writer on the visual arts and dance.  He had been a curator of the Art Gallery of Ontario and the MacLaren Art Centre in Barrie, and for numerous galleries and museums throughout Canada. A Celebration of Ben’s Life will take place on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at Studio 105, 105 Clarence Street, London, ON at 2:00 in the afternoon.  Arrangments entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com