Services & Obituaries

MILLER, Grace May… After a brief illness following her 100th birthday, Grace May Miller passed away at Elmwood Place, London on Friday, December 2, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Percy H. Miller. Cherished mother of Maureen Tipping and her husband Thomas of London and Catherine Miller of London. Also loved by her grandchildren Michael (Danika) and Brian Tipping (Rebecca) and her great-grandchildren Keira, Madison, Jacob, Leif and Freja Tipping. Dear sister-in-law of Dorothy MacFadyen of Winnipeg. Dearly missed by Jen Esplin of Toronto. Predeceased by her son David K. Miller, grandson Stephen Tipping and brothers Paul and Lynn MacFadyen. Born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and raised in Zealandia, Grace arrived in London with her husband Percy in September 1944. Grace was actively involved in many organizations within Metropolitan United Church, including the Senior Choir, the U.C.W. and the Board of Stewards. Friends will be received by the family from 9:30 to 11:00 am on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Metropolitan United Church, 468 Wellington Street, London N6A 3P8, where the funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 am. Interment of cremated remains at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Metropolitan United Church General Fund or a charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184.

GRIFFITH, Isabelle Marie (nee Oakley) … Passed away peacefully at Henley Place, London, with family at her side on Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at the age of 93.  Beloved wife of the late Murray Griffith.  Loving mother of Mary Lou (Jim) Pallant, Nancy (Ted) Molyneaux, Kathie (Tom) McCarthy, David (Doreen) Griffith. Cherished grandmother of 11 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.  Predeceased by her sister Mae Sutton. Friends will be received by the family at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Friday, December 2, 2016 from 7-9 pm where the service will take place on Saturday, December 3, 2016 at 1 pm.  Interment at Prospect Cemetery, 1450 St Clair Avenue W, Toronto on Monday, December 5, 2016 at 1 pm.  Donations in Isabelle’s name may be made to The Gideons International of Canada, PO Box 3619, Guelph, ON N1H 7A2 and World Vision,  1 World Drive, Mississauga, ON L5T 2Y4.  Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
 

ANGLIN, William “Bill”…  Peacefully, surrounded by his family at Parkwood Hospital, London, on Wednesday, November 23, 2016, William “Bill” Anglin in his 96th year.  Beloved husband of the late Rose Anglin for 58 years.  Loving father of Debbie Manyari and husband Dante Manyari of Surrey, B.C., Brenda Callahan and husband Tom of Key West FL, Teresa Anglin of London, Bill Anglin and his wife Chris of Courtenay, B.C and Mike Anglin and his wife Yolanda of Barrie. Cherished grandfather of Laura, Stephanie, Liam, and Katie and great-grandfather of Chase. Dear brother of the late Patricia Anglin of London and the late Loretta (Tom) Comiskey. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Sunday, November 27, 2016 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London.  A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Francis-St. Martin Catholic Parish, 46 Cathcart Street, London, on Monday, November 28, 2016 at 10am.  Interment to follow in St. Peter’s Cemetery, London. Prayers will be said on Sunday night at 7pm.  As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation, Main Building, 550 Wellington Road, London, Ontario  N6C 0A7.  Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CLIFFORD, Brian…..

Passed away peacefully with family at his side on Monday, November 21, 2016 at Woodstock General Hospital, at the age of 66 years. Beloved husband of Guylaine for almost 30 years. Loving father of Jeffery (Samantha), Sylvain (Shannon), and Jocelynne (Steve). Cherished Papa of Emma, Maxime and Gavin. Survived by his brother Richard (Marilyn) and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents Cecil and Bernice, son Michael and niece Karen. Cremation has taken. A graveside service will be held on Friday, December 2, 2016 at 2pm, at Woodland Cemetery, 493 Springbank Drive, London (please meet at cemetery office). In Brian’s memory donations may be made to the charity of your choice. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with cremation arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BANERJEE, Lea….

London, Ontario Monday, 21 November 2016, with Ross by her side, Lelia Joan Banerjee (née Perkins). Beloved wife of the late Dr. Prabhat Banerjee. Loving mother of Ross Banerjee (wife Donovan) and Neal Banerjee; dear sister of Molly Axford (late husband Doug). Missed by family and friends in Canada, England, India and abroad. World traveler, avid appreciator of music, art and literature. Cremation has taken place. Private interment will take place in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London, Ontario. Memorial gathering to be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to London Regional Cancer Program, 800 Commissioners Road East, London ON N6A 5W9 or McCormick Care Foundation – Dementia Services – Day Program, 2022 Kains Road, London, ON N6K 0A8. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

PIPASTS, Peteris…

Peacefully at Country Terrace Nursing Home on Saturday, November 19, 2016, Peter Pipasts passed away in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of Marga Pipasts for 69 years. Dear father of Katrina Pipasts. Cherished grandfather of Anna and Selga Muiznieks. Friends will be received by the family on Saturday, December 10, 2016 from 10 – 11 am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will take place at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in Peter’s memory to the American Society of Brewing Chemists, Attn: ASBC Foundation  Peter Pipasts Memorial Scholarship Fund, 3340 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN  55121 would be appreciated. Online donations, condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com 

CHENG, Yuen….
Yuen passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at Victoria Hospital, in his 95th year.  Beloved husband of the late Shoi-Ling Cheng  for nearly 70 years. Much loved father of Hector Cheng, Anita Cheng, Bobby Cheng (Linda), Angela Law (Joseph), Virna Yuen (Raymond), Kelvin Cheng (Susie), Candice  Herold (Rob). Proud grandfather of Judy, Hokit (Julianna), Fizzy (Jennifer), Jacky, Cedrin, Bill (Ruby), Wendy, Gary, Sara (David), Loudon, Winston, Geneva and great -grandfather of Savey, Xavier, Sawyer, Trinity, Hunter and Raleigh.  Visitation will be on Saturday, November 26, 2016 from 9 am – 9:30 am at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, London, where the service will be held at 9:30am. Interment to follow at Woodland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the London Health Sciences Foundation, 800 Commissioners Road East, London, ON, N6A 5W9. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WANAMAKER, Linda Louise… Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London, on Monday, November 14, 2016, passed away in her 67th year. Beloved daughter of Katherine Wanamaker, and the late Richard Wanamaker (2004). Dear sister of Stephen and his wife Karen Wanamaker. Beloved aunt of Damon and his wife Vincie, and great aunt to infant Nate. Remembered fondly by cousins Charles, Carol Ann, Judy, & Richard. Very dear friend for almost 50 years of Maidy and Bob Keir, and special “aunt” to their children Welby, Colleen, and Shelly. Sadly missed by Weslee & his family. Also missed by her very special close friends Sandie & Jeannie “Mom”, and the many acquaintances she has made over the years at Canada Post, at Hickory Ridge Golf & C. C., and at various Huff n Puff activities and events. Following her 37 years with Canada Post, Linda enjoyed golf & bowling, the theatre, travel & several cruises with friends. She was a staunch supporter of the Blue Jays & Knights, and attended many games each season. A special thanks goes to the nurses and doctors at both University and Victoria Hospital who provided such devoted care & compassion. In keeping with Linda’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Interment following  cremation in the family plot in Hampton Rural Cemetary, Hampton, N.B.  A Celebration of Linda’s Life will be held at Hickory Ridge Golf & C.C., 3425 Woodhull Road, London, from 2 – 4 pm on Sunday, December 4. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories of Linda and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com

ELLIOT, Audrey Bernice “Bernie” …. Peacefully with family by her side at University Hospital, London, on Tuesday, November 8, 2016, Bernie Elliot passed away in her 80th year. Beloved wife of John Douglas Elliot for 59 years. Dear mother of Kim Poser (Mike) and Karen Dutton (Dennis Shackelton). Cherished grandma of Lizzie and Abbey Poser. Sister of Judy Murray. Predeceased by her parents James Melvin and Marjorie Isabel Wilson (Dench). Missed by her niece and nephews. Bernie was a long-time member of Chalmers Presbyterian Church and the William Melville Spencer Chapter, IODE. Also she was very active in the Coventry Walk and RCR communities. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, November 10, 2016 from 2:30-4:30 pm and 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will take place on Friday, November 11, 2016 at 2:00 pm (visitation one hour prior) at Chalmers Presbyterian Church, 342 Pond Mills Road, London N5Z 3X5, with Reverend John Bannerman officiating. Interment in Pond Mills Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Chalmers Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund would be appreciated. Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com