Services & Obituaries

CHILDS, Cyril….

On August the 10th, 2016, a beautiful sunny day that only August in Ontario can provide, Cyril “Mike” Childs, died peacefully at the McCormick Home. Mike was predeceased by his wife Muriel. He was father to Rosemary and son-in-law Tom Logan and grandpa to Jennifer Huszczo and Andy and Angela Growse and Theo Versteegh. Great-grandpa to Beau, Myles and Henry. When Rosemary and Tom married, Mike became the elder statesman to Tom’s children Sara, Dennis, Rebecca and Michael and their families. He very much enjoyed being part of a larger family and was heard to comment that family gatherings were quite noisy when compared to our earlier events, but represented a “happy noise”. After he served in the Second World War as a bombardier, Mike and his family immigrated to London, Ontario from Exeter, England in 1952. He worked for the Union Gas company until he retired. According to legend, when he arrived in Canada his work mates thought that Cyril was not an appropriate name for a Canadian. They nicknamed him Mike. It stuck. Mike loved to play golf; he enjoyed watching golf and soccer. He loved the beach and most summer weekends the family could be found enjoying the sun and the sand at the Pinery. A man of simple tastes, Mike especially enjoyed good roast beef, a little red wine, cheese and chocolate. After his wife died of Alzheimer’s Disease in 2005, Mike lived alone until a broken hip forced him to move to a retirement home. He lived and enjoyed life at Grandwood Retirement Residence until increasing fragility led him to move to the McCormick Home. His family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to the staff of both of these facilities for the wonderful and caring environments they provided for him. Mike enjoyed all of his many years but shortly after he turned 101, life became too difficult. He will be missed. remation has taken place. A private family celebration of Mike’s life will be held at a later date. Those wishing to honour his memory are invited to make a donation to the McCormick Home Foundation, 2022 Kains Road, London ON., N6K 0A8 (www.mccormickcarefoundation.ca). Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.

GILDAY: Jimmy……

 At Parkwood Hospital, London on Thursday, August 4, 2016 William James “Jimmy” Gilday, formerly of Etobicoke in his 87th year.  Beloved husband of the late Dorothy (Madigan) Gilday and dear friend of Shirley Gerrow of Etobicoke.  Dear brother of Ruth Taylor of London and predeceased by 3 sisters and 3 brothers.  Special “Uncle Jimmy” to Jim and Norma, Susan and John, Ray and Becky and their families.  Jimmy will be missed by many levels of nieces and nephews across Canada and the United States.   Jimmy was a long-time member of the Moose Lodge, Long Branch, and the Royal Canadian Legion Br. 101. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday from 10-11am, (1 hour prior) to the Funeral Service being held at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on  August 10, 2016 at 11am with Reverend Canon T. Keith Nethery officiating.  Private interment in Beechwood Cemetery, Forest.  As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Heath Care Foundation, for Parkwood Institute, Complex Care Unit, 550 Wellington Road, LONDON ON  N6C 0A7.  On line condolences, photographs and memories can be shared at www.amgfh.com

KILBOURNE, Wilfrid “Wilf”……

Suddenly, at home on Thursday, August 4, 2016, Wilf Kilbourne in his 83rd year.  Devoted husband of Joyce (Brown) Kilbourne for 47 years. Loving father of Kari, Paul (Andrea). Super proud grandpa of Bryce and Cooper. Dear brother-in-law of Helen Bender (the late Murray), Judie Schramn, Paula Draper (Harvey), Jackie Starr (Robin), Bryan Hube, Janet Kilbourne, and Joan Brown. Also missed by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Esther and Floyd Kilbourne, his brother Dick Kilbourne (2011) and by his brother-in-law George Brown. Wilf was an avid and proud golfer and enjoyed spending time with golfing buddies at West Haven. Friends will be received by the family from 3-5 pm on Monday, August 8, and Tuesday, August 9, 2016 from 10-11 am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The Celebration of Wilf’s life will be held on Tuesday at 11 am.  Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London.  As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DENOMY, Dorothy……It is with profound sadness that the family of Dorothy Denomy announced her passing on Wednesday, August 3, 2016, at Victoria Hospital, in her 90th year. Dorothy is survived by her children, Peter (Brenda), Michael (Ellen), Kathy Morris, David (Kathy), Stephen (Manon) and Mary McBean (Jim), 12 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband, Frank (2012). Dorothy was born in London, Ontario to Henry and Nora Chipchase, the 7th of 10 children. She outlived them all. Looking for a challenge, Dorothy learned to drive at 50, and became a very successful Avon representatvie. She was also an avid Blue Jay fan, who cheered loudly when they won and grumbled just as loudly when they lost. Dorothy loved to watch the birds at her feeder and to feed the stray cats in the neighbourhood but, most of all, she loved her family. She will be missed by us all. Special thanks to the Doctors, Nurses and staff on the B9 floor, to quote Mother, “they all are very kind.” Friends will be received by the family for a Celebration of Dorothy’s Life on Thursday, August 11, 2016 from 6-8pm at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. At Dorothys request , no service will be held. Cremation has taken place.In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to Animal Aide 333 Talbot St, St. Thomas, ON N5P 1B5. Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com

TRICKETT, Mike…. Peacefully at Victoria Hospital on Wednesday, August 3, 2016, Michael Trickett passed away in his 74th year. Beloved husband of the late Karen (Welsh) Trickett. Proud father of Melissa (Stephen) Gillson, Christine Trickett and Marcie (Steve) Hough. Cherished grandpa of 6 and great grandpa of 4. Missed by his brother David (Sharon) Trickett and brother-in-law Ross Horton. Survived by several nieces, nephews and extended family. Predeceased by his brother Tom Trickett and sister-in-law Debbie Horton. Mike was a London Transit Bus driver for over 40 years. Friends will be received on Sunday, August 7, 2016 from 1-4 pm at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the service will be held on Monday, August 8, 2016 at 11am. In memory of Mike donations may be made to the Lung Association 639 Southdale Road East, London, ON  N6E 3M2. Online condolences, photographs and memories shared at www.amgfh.com

McGUIRE, Elmer…
Elmer Russell McGuire in his 65th year passed away suddenly at his home on Monday, August 1st, 2016. Loving partner and best friend of Catherine Lawson. Special and supportive dad to David of Newmarket. Loving brother to Larry, Lee (Maxene) and Bryan (Angie); brother-in-law to John (Elizabeth), David (Rebecca), Brian (Val), Jane (Dan) and Susan (Rob). Proud uncle and great-uncle to many nieces and nephews. Will be greatly missed by his much loved four legged companion “Maddie Dog”. Predeceased by his parents, Russell (2016) Jean (2010) and his in-laws Ken (2000) and Barb (2007). Elmer served as a Toronto Police Officer from 1970-1987. He then went on to manage two successful businesses, Bryan’s Auto Centre with his brother Bryan and McGuire Management Systems until his retirement in 2015. El enjoyed simple pleasures … hosting dinner parties for his family and friends, a feast of Chinese food, a good game of Quiddler (as long as he won), cherry cheese cake, peanut butter cookies, an ice cold beer or drambuie. An avid golfer, Elmer and Cathy belong to the Echo Valley Golf Club where over many years they have shared countless rounds of golf… Elmer from the “appropriate” tees! But most importantly they have been blessed with lifelong friendships… Thank you Echo Valley and most recently Heritage Pines Florida friends. Please join the family for a Celebration of El’s Life, in your best golfing attire, on Saturday, August 6th, 2016 at 52 Tamarack Crescent, London, ON from 2:00 – 6:00 pm. Memorial donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 180-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com .  

“Elmer, a big man with an even bigger heart.
Your love for Cat and your family and friends is
Your true legacy.
You will be in our hearts forever”

GASKIN, Paul Mitchell ……

Peacefully at Parkwood Institute, London, on Saturday, July 30, 2016, Paul Mitchell Gaskin in his 95th year. Beloved husband of Mary (Simpson) Gaskin. Loving father of Nora Gaskin, and Anne (Greig) Cooke, and beloved grandfather of Leigh Anne and Paul. Dear brother of John (Dorothy) Gaskin, Dr. Robert (Connie) Gaskin. and Frances Wade. Predeceased by his sister Margaret Walls, brother Eric Gaskin and his wife Alice, brother Cyrus Gaskin and his wife Phyllis, and brother-in-law Harry Wade. Also missed by his nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Born in Moncton N.B., Paul served for four years, during WWII, in the Royal Canadian Navy, on the Corvette Buctouche, doing escort duty in the North Atlantic. He had a lengthy career with the Royal Bank of Canada in Montreal. He was active in service to the United Church in both Montreal and London. The family would like to thank the staff of 2 Perth at Parkwood for their dedicated, compassionate and respectful care of Paul during this past year. Friends will be received by the family from 6-8 p.m. on Monday,  August 8, 2016 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August  9, 2016,at 1 p.m. with a visitation one hour prior. Reverend Kenji Marui officiating.  As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 180 – 633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3 or the St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation – Parkwood Veterans Care, 550 Wellington Road, London, ON N6C 0A7. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CLARKE, Yvonne….

Peacefully at University Hospital, London, Yvonne (Weston) Clarke died, in her 91st year on Saturday, July 30, 2016. Yvonne was a secondary school teacher who spent most of her career at Wheable Secondary School. She would be known best for her quick wit and her deep interest in her grandchildren’s lives and activities. Beloved wife of the late George Clarke (2005). Cherished mother of Jim Clarke (Donna Jean), Dan Clarke (Wilma), Rob Clarke (Karin) all of London, Pamela Misener (Bill) of Burlington and Karen Clarke. Proud grandmother of Aaron, Spencer Clarke, Andrea (Jarret) Peterson, Matthew Clarke (Sarah Walker), Stephanie Clarke (Tom Masterson), Brittany, Michael, Sean and Emily Clarke, Samantha, Nicole, Robyn Misener and Kaitlyn McIlwain. Dear sister of Merle Burnett of Windsor. Predeceased by her sisters Elaine Sheriff, Hariette Squires, Phyllis Weston and brother-in-law Cliff Burnett. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior to the memorial service being conducted in the chapel at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, 303 Riverside Drive, London on Thursday, August 4th at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Tracy Crick-Butler officiating. Inurnment of the cremated remains to follow in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Yvonne may consider the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, London Chapter, P.O. Box 1131, Station “B”, London ON., N6A 5K2 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London ON., N6A 3A1. The family wishes to extend their thanks to the staff at Mount Hope and to Heather Orr for their care and concern over the last 6 months. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CLUNEY, James Guy Terrance… Suddenly, in the arms of his companion at his residence, on Tuesday, July 26, 2016, Guy Cluney passed away at the age of 64, after suffering from a long illness. Beloved friend of Mary Cuffe. Cherished brother of Shawn Cluney. Nephew of Jean Sinclair. Uncle of Stacey and great-uncle of Maddy. Predeceased by his sister Patty Jean, brother Michael Cluney and his parents James and Phyllis Cluney. Guy was a long standing member of ACCKWA. Friends will be received by the family from 9:00-11:00 am on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the service will be held at 11:00 am. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the AIDS Committee of Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo and Area, 203-639 King Street West, Kitchener, ON N2G 1C7. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

KEARNS, Beverly “Bev”….

Beverly (Rhodes) “Bev” Kearns 79, of London, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 24, 2016 at Victoria Hospital, London. Bev was a loving and caring wife who was married for over 55 years to the late R.W. Bill Kearns. She was extremely proud of her four children, Bill Jr. (Andree) of Ottawa, Neil and his wife Gwen of Whistler, Lauria and her husband Ryan and Robert of London. Loving and adoring grandmother to Breanne, Riley and Krista and aunt to several nieces and nephews. She is survived by her sister-in-law Velma Rhodes and brother-in-law R.F. Kearns. Predeceased by her parents Harry and Anne Rhodes, brothers Evan “Van” and Harry “Sonny” and step-sister Pauline (Don) Kaufman. Bev was born and raised in Stratford ON., and spent most of her life in London. Bev enjoyed summers at her cottage in Inverhuron. Bev’s career was with the Catholic Diocese of London until she retired. She was known for her voice in the choir and loved to play piano. She will be remembered as a loyal and caring friend with a wonderful sense of humour. She will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her. Friends will be received from 7 – 9 p.m., on Thursday, July 28, 2016 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. George Catholic Church, 1164 Commissioners Road West, London on Friday, July 29, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.  As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lung Association, 639 Southdale Road East, London, ON., N6E 3M2.  Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com