Services & Obituaries

LAM, Alison Jane (nee Bruner) …

Jane Lam of London Ontario was Promoted to Glory on September 29th, 2016. Our beloved wife and mother left this earth and is now safe in the arms of Jesus. Jane, in her 60th year leaves behind much loved husband John Lam and cherished son Jonathan. Jane is predeceased by her loving parents Mervin and Gladys Bruner (Fred Harding). Much loved sister of Jean Lodge (Jack) and John Bruner (Kathy). Jane will be sadly missed by her nephews and a great nephew and two lovely great nieces. Jane thoroughly enjoyed being a teacher and a vice principal with the TVDSB. She had lifetime involvement in leadership of musical groups in The Salvation Army. Through her involvement in public education and Salvation Army music ministries Jane was a positive influence on countless lives around the world. Friends will be received by the family on Tuesday, October 4, 2016 from 12:30 – 2:00 pm at the London Citadel Corps of The Salvation Army, 555 Springbank Drive, London, N6J 1H3, where the Celebration of Jane’s Life will take place at 2:30 pm. The family would like to direct any memorial donations to the London Citadel Corps of The Salvation Army. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

COOPER, Ronnie….

Passed away peacefully with his family at his side, on Thursday, September 29, 2016 at Victoria Hospital, at the age of 43.  Loved son of Bob and Lynn Cooper. Cherished by his brother Mark and nieces Krista and Shaundra Cooper. Loving grandson of Mildred Wardle, aunt Patricia  (Greg Cuthbert) Griffin and uncle  Bill (Jeanette) Wardle.  Ronnie will be sadly missed by many extended family and friends. Predeceased by grandparents Ted Wardle, Joseph and Katherine Cooper. Friends and family will be received at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, South, London, on Tuesday, October 4, 2016 from 2-4pm & 7-9pm where a funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at 11 am. Private Interment at Woodland Cemetery.  Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

AKKERTA, Olga…

Passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at McGarrell Place, London, in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Mr. Kalju Akkerta. Loving godmother of Thomas and his wife Dr. Merit Marnot and their daughter Mareli, and cherished friend of Mrs. Asta Loone and many nieces and nephews in Estonia, England  and Australia, and many close friends. Predeceased by her dear friends Virve and Erich Marnot. Friends will be received on Monday, October 3, 2016, at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, from 12pm – 1pm where a Memorial service will be held at 1 pm. Scattering of cremated remains to follow at 3:00pm, at Woodland Cemetery. Cremation has taken place. Memorial donations in Olga’s name may be made to Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides, 152 Wilson Street, Oakville, ON L6K 0G6. Online condolences, memories, and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Van Rys, Len….

Peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by his family at St. Joseph’s Hospice on Monday, September 26, 2016, Len Van Rys in his 77th year. Beloved husband of Tena Van Rys and the late Wilma Van Rys (1977). Loving father of Rodney (Patti), Jason (Cynthia), Trevor (Kate), Sonja (Fredrik), Sara (Wes), and Rachel (Brent). Cherished Grandpa and Papa of Ben, Josh, Hannah, Justine, Holly, Tyler, Tora, Madelaine, Mya, Siri, Avi, Isabel, Indi, and Serena. Dear brother of Truus, Keith, Ada and Anne and brother-in-law of Grace, Sid, Barb, John and Tina and his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his grandson Jordan and by his brothers and sisters Adri, Jane, Dick, Corina, and Ali. Thank you to the staff and volunteers at St. Joseph’s Hospice, for their exceptional care. Private interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. A private Memorial Reception will be held. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Hospice, 485 Windermere Road, P.O. Box 1449, Station B, London ON N6A 5M2. A. Millard George Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

GELEYNSE, Lena ….. Peacefully, surrounded by family at Mount Hope Centre for Long-term Care London, Lena Geleynse passed away on Monday, September 26, 2016 in her 75th year. Beloved wife of Michael Pardy and the late Benjamin Geleynse (2002). Dear mother of Donna and husband David Van Helvoort, Steven and wife Marianne, Ian and wife Lesley. Proud Grandmother of Michael and wife Stephanie, Joshua, Andrew, Mark, Megan, Adam and Willem. Adoring Great-Oma of Leah, Benjamin and Elise. Dear sister of Oekie and husband Vic Mueller, Urb and wife Jan Buwalda and Doug and wife Marg Buwalda. Remembered by her brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her son Michael and her parents Fred and Evelyn Buwalda. Lena was a long-time member of the Young at Heart Singers of the Boys and Girls Club. Lena was an active participant in various organizations and hobbies, including rug-hooking. A special thank you to the staff of the fourth and fifth floor at Marian Villa and the first floor Palliative Care staff of St. Mary’s. Friends will be received by the family from 9-11 am on Saturday, October 1, 2016 at Talbot Street Church, 513 Talbot Street, London, where the funeral service will be held at 11 am. Cremation has taken place. Private interment in Elmdale Cemetery, St. Thomas, at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society 123 St. George Street, London ON N6A 3A1 or the Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex 435 Windermere Road, London ON N5X 2T1. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com  

DEMARAY, Bob….

Peacefully at Alexandra Hospital, Ingersoll on Sunday, September 25th, 2016 Mr. Robert J. Demaray of Dorchester in his 88th year. Beloved husband of the late Willa Demaray. Dear father of Philip (Debbie), Mark, Paul, and Gord. Also loved by his grandson Andrew (Melissa) and his brother Max (Kay) and many nieces and nephews. Bob was a life member and past Master of the St. John’s #20 Masonic Lodge. He also was a past president and honorary life member of the Land Improvement Contractors of Ontario. Cremation has taken place. A private family graveside service will be held  in Dorchester Union Cemetery, Dorchester. A Celebration of Life will be held at Demaray Shop on Saturday, October 1, 2016 from 1-4pm. In lieu of flowers, an expression of sympathy may be made to the 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

King, Jamie……

Passed away suddenly at home, on Friday, September 23, 2016, at the age of 50. Loving son of Mary-Jo and Ross King. Much loved brother of Philip, David (Lynda), and Stephen (Christine). Cherished uncle of Elyse, Lauren, Owen and Abby. Sadly missed by his aunt Brenda Waldie. Jamie will be fondly remembered for his love of laughter, his zeal and endless energy for working hard when cutting the grass, painting, shovelling snow or whatever task he took on. He knew the city of London as well as anyone from riding his bicycle end to end for many years and enjoyed long conversations with family, friends, and anyone new he would meet from day to day.   A Graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2016 at 9:30 am at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London.  Memorial donations in Jamie’s name may be made to the Diabetes Association 442 Adelaide Street North, London, ON N6B 3H8.  Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184.

MOOGK, George…
Peacefully, surrounded by family and friends at University Hospital, London, George Moogk passed away at the age of 65. Proud and supportive dad of Katie, Geordan and Andy. Beloved brother of Janet (Rich) Prophet and Deborah Hall. Remarkable best friend of Cindy Coffey and “big brother” of Chris Burke and Steve Berry. George was a gifted artist and made significant contributions as a Medical Illustrator at University Hospital. George served many years with Scouts Canada, specifically the 29th Beaver and Cub’s group. Friends will be received by the family from 1- 2 pm on Thursday, September 29, 2016 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, were the service will be held at 2 pm. Cremation has taken place. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers, donations in George’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 180 – 633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HANNA, Jim….

Peacefully surrounded by his family at Chartwell London, on Wednesday, September 21, 2016, Jim Hanna of London in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Phyllis (Taylor) Hanna (1998). Loving father of Jill Cameron (David) of Waterloo and Jim Hanna (Lynda) of Parry Sound. Cherished “Grump” of James, Bobbi (Mark), Samantha (Mike), Mackenzie (Brian), and “Great Grump” of Eli, Abby, Wyatt, and Reese.  Dear brother of John Hanna and the late Norma Hollyer. Special friend of Shirley Houghton. The family is thankful to the staff at Chartwell for their wonderful care and compassion. Jim was a proud member of the Masonic Lodge, he was Past Master of St. John’s Lodge No. 20 A.F. & A.M., and a 33rd Degree Honourary Inspector General of the Supreme Council. Jim was a longtime member of Richards Memorial United Church. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 pm on Sunday, September 25, 2016 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The memorial service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday, September 26, 2016 at 11 am.  Private interment in Greenwood Cemetery, Owen Sound.  A Masonic Service under the auspices of St. John’s Lodge No. 20 A.F. & A.M. will be conducted at the funeral home on Sunday evening at 6:30 pm. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Richards Memorial United Church. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

TURVEY, Vera….
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Vera (Barlow) Turvey, on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 in her 91st year.  Wife and best friend of the late William “Bill” Turvey. Daughter Vera (Al) will dearly miss Mom’s great sense of humor and her feisty personality. Cherished Grandma and loved by her grandchildren Bill (Nicky), Brent (Stef) and Michael. Grandma would always brag about her “boys” and enjoyed being part of their lives. Grandma was so excited to meet Brent & Stef’s daughter, Emelie, her only great grandchild.  Predeceased by her brothers, sisters, and her dear friends. At Vera’s request, there will be no visitation or service. Cremation has taken place.  Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral 519-433-5184.  Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com