Services & Obituaries

AXFORD, Janet….

Janet Axford (Gough) in her 74th year, on Saturday September 17, 2016 passed peacefully into the arms of her Saviour. Janet is survived by her soulmate and best friend, Edward, husband of 54 years. She will be so dearly missed by her three sons and special daughters (in-law), Dan (Christine), Randy (Jody) and Ron. Janet was an incredible Grandma who was and will continue to be a loving guiding force in the lives of her grandchildren Kaitlyn, Kayleigh, Amelia, Dominique, James and Samantha. Expectant Great -Grandmother to Cohen. Janet is eternally grateful to her siblings, Eugene Gough(Marion), Ron Gough (Bernice), Phyllis Grass(Bruce),  her in-laws Terry Axford(Margaret) and Ruth Axford as well as her large extended family for their love and unending support on her journey. Janet and her family also wish to thank the medical teams and all the incredible staff at the London Cancer Clinic, Victoria Hospital and especially the angels at the St Joseph’s Hospice. In Janet’s own words, “how blessed I am to have lived this journey and had such incredible family and friends and co-workers.”  She is now at rest with her Lord. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, September 22, 2016 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at Westview Baptist Church, 1000 Wonderland Road South, London where the funeral service will be conducted at 1:00 pm. A private family interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers the family asks for consideration of a donation to the St Joseph’s Hospice, 485 Windermere Road, London N6X 2T1. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Johanna “Scholzie” Scholze….                  

On September 15, 2016 at Arbor Trace Special Care Center, London, Ontario Johanna  “Scholzie” departed this world on the wings of angels. Born in Friedland, Germany, Johanna immigrated to Canada in 1956 to join her sister and family in Seaforth, Ontario. She became a Registered Nursing Assistant and lovingly cared for her patients at the old Victoria Hospital for many years. In 1981, she retired as a Cardiology Technician, having taken ECG  measures of many a heart with her warm smile and gentle humour. Beloved sister of Gerda (Scholze) Uderstadt; predeceased by dear brother-in-law Henry Uderstadt (2006); dearest Tante Hanni to Christel and Bob Morton, Gerd and Ketty Uderstadt, Axel Uderstadt and Helen Scott, as well as to seven grand-nieces and nephews and their families, including 12 great-grand nephews. Johanna was a friend and helpmate to many. She is fondly remembered as a loyal, compassionate and courageous woman with an adventurous spirit and a generous heart.  We love her and miss her. We will honour her memory by doing a Random Act of Kindness whenever we can, thus following her excellent example. We are most thankful to everyone at Arbor Trace where our aunt received outstanding care and support and where she was honored with a birthday party when she reached her goal of making it to 100.  Visitation will be held from 12pm-1pm at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 where the funeral service will be at 1pm.  Pastor Al Roberts of First Baptist Church officiating. Private interment at a later date, at Woodland Cemetery. It was Johanna’s wish that, in memory of her life and, in lieu of flowers, friends please consider making a donation to the First Baptist Church or Victoria Hospital – Patient Care (through The London Health Sciences Hospital Foundation). Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Broli, Pam……
Pam passed away with family at her side, at University Hospital, on Monday September 12, 2016 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Charlie. Loving mother of Susan (Brian) Green and Beverley (Graham) Bowerman. Cherished Granny Pam of Vicky (Ian) and Kelly (Tavis), and great grandmother of Millie, Simon, Gabe and Julia. Dear sister of Margaret and Cecily. She will be dearly missed by all. A memorial service will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, South, London on Saturday, September 17, 2016 at 3:00 pm. Cremation has taken place. Private family interment at a later date. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Preece, Jeffery……
Suddenly on Tuesday September 6, 2016, Jeff passed away at Victoria Hospital in his 55th year. Beloved husband of Lisa. Loving father of Jason. Sadly missed by his mother Claudine, his siblings George (Lin), Wayne (Judie), Chuck (Sandi), Dale (Pat), sister-in-law Nancy (David), brother-in-law Mark (Nancy), his many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and extended family. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday September 9, 2016, at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, from 3-6 pm. Cremation has taken place. At the family’s request, there will be no service. Donations in Jeff’s memory may be made to London Health Science Center, Critical Care Trauma Center, (CCTC), 800 Commissioners Road East, London, ON N6A 5W9. Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com

HUDSON, John L….

Suddenly at his residence on Monday, September 5, 2016, John L. Hudson of London and formerly of Brantford, in his 71st year.  Beloved husband of Margaret Hudson. Loving father of Scott Hudson (Stephanie) of Brampton and Heather McPhedran (Pat) of Windsor. Cherished grandpa of Alexander, Emily and Colin. Dearly missed by his sister Jo Mooney (Rob), nieces and nephews. John was a proud member of the Ontario Provincial Police for over 30 years. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (1 -2 pm) to the memorial service being held on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at 2 pm, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CLIFFORD, Karen….

At Victoria Hospital, London, after a long illness on Sunday, September 4, 2016, Karen Clifford  in her 45th year. Survived by her parents Richard and Marilyn Clifford; her brother Craig (son Ben), and her grandmother Reta Harland. Loved by her Aunts, Uncles and cousins. Predeceased by grandparents Bernice and Cecil Clifford and her grandfather Gord Harland. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior to the service (9:30-10:30) on Friday, September 9, 2016 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the memorial service will be held in the chapel at 10:30 am. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Digestive Health Foundation, 2525 Old Bronte Road, Oakville ON., L6M 4J2 or the Canadian Mental Health Association – Middlesex, 534 Queens Avenue, London ON., N6B 1Y6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Hambly Ilene…
Ilene Hambly passed away peacefully at home on  Saturday September 3, 2016, at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late William R. Hambly (1995) and loving mother of Bruce (Vicki) Hambly of London, Cheryl Hambly of Cambridge and Darlene (Bruce) Langford of Mossley. Also loved by her grandchildren Derrick Hambly (Naomi), Nick Hambly (Jenn), Dana Hambly and Ben Langford. Ilene is survived by her brother Glenn Damude, sister-in-law June Krueger, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sisters, Ruth, Evelyn, Verna, Velda and her brothers Ken and Earl. Donations can be made to the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada, 301-620 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 3R9, or London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road E, London, ON N6C 2R6. Cremation has taken place and a private interment will be held at Poplar Hill Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CRIBAR, Marilyn….

On Thursday September 1, 2016, Marilyn passed away peacefully in her sleep, with family at her side, at Extendicare in her 78th year. Beloved wife of the late Donald (2001) and beloved companion Bob Bendall (2012). Loving mother of Kelly (John) Overland, Stephen (Angela) Cribar and honorary step-daughter Sheri Paoletti. Cherished grandmother of Tyler, Jackson and Stella. She will be missed by her siblings Robert (Norma) Ward and Ken (Mary Lou) Ward , and sister-in-law Joan (John) Barrett and her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her niece Catherine, brother-in-law Reverend Craig Cribar and his wife Marlene. Friends will be received by the family at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, London, on Tuesday, September 6, 2016 from 12pm-1pm, where the memorial service will be held at 1pm. Cremation has taken place. Donations in Marilyns memory may be made to ALS  Society – London Chapter, 49-1241 Beaverbrook Avenue, London, ON N6H 5P1. Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com

McCLEAN, Mervyn…. Peacefully at University Hospital with his wife, children, brothers, sisters and friends by his side, on Friday, August 26, 2016, Mervyn “Mac” Ignatius McClean in his 76th year. Beloved husband of Carol Ann McClean (nee Seales) for 49 years. Loving father of Michelle and Jeremie “Jay” . Cherished Papa of TaliaRose. Dear brother of Iva & Wilfred (Canada), Russell, Deborah, Clivia (USA), Janice and Kenneth (Trinidad & Tobago). Predeceased by his parents Alfred McClean & Olive Agata McClean (nee Knights). He’s an uncle, cousin, god-father, brother-in-law to the respective spouses and last but not least, is a dear dear friend to Lucille, Narine, Derrick and Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Goodge. Respecting all religions throughout his lifetime; Mac gave his life over to Jesus. He was a true believer and felt that as long as you do good deeds and are a good person you will be blessed. Mac also believed that education in all forms leads us to a better understanding of the universe. After leaving Trinidad, Mac attended Oxford University for his undergrad, then University of Western Ontario for post-graduate degrees, worked as an engineer for CN Rail out of Sarnia, taught math at Beal Secondary School then found his career home working for the City of London-Dearness Home focusing on geriatrics and of course his passion, union leader. The family would like to thank London Health Sciences Centre-MSICU unit staff with a special mention to Cathy Mawdsley, Clinical Nurse Specialist for helping Mac participate in his sons wedding on August 6th and Daniella Betteto, RN for taking care of our family during his last moments before entering into his next life. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, September 8, 2016 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, September 9, 2016 at 1 pm, with Reverend Junior Sorzano officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Spinal Cord Injury Ontario, PO Box 25026 London Business Centre, London, ON N6C 6A8. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DYSON, Frank

Suddenly at home on Wednesday, August 24, 2016, Frank Dyson in his 87th year. Beloved husband of the late Gwen (Harvey) Dyson (2005). Loving and proud father of Dave Dyson (Kim). Cherished Papa of Dylan. Dear brother of Eric Dyson (Dorothy). Predeceased by his son Ian Dyson. Frank had a wonderful working relationship with Sunningdale Golf & Country Club and the Thompson family for over 30 years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge for over 50 years. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 pm, on Monday, August 29, 2016 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held at West Park Church, 955 Gainsborough Road, London ON N6G 5C9, on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 1pm. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London.  A Masonic Service under the auspices of Oakridge Lodge No. 708 A.F. & A.M. will be conducted at the funeral home on Monday evening at 6:30 pm. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London ON N6B 1S4 or West Park Church. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com