Services & Obituaries

SURETTE, Ethel….. Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Wednesday, March 16, 2016, Ethel (Bell) Surette in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of Ken Surette for 64 years. Loving mother of Debbie Vickers. Cherished Nana of Leanne and Chris Vickers. Dear sister of David Bell (Joanne) and Betty LeBlanc (Ron). Missed dearly by her niece Barbara Shantz (Howard). Leaves behind her fur companions Charlie and Fluffy. Cremation has taken place. A private Celebration of Ethel’s Life will be held St. James Westminster Church, London. As an expression of sympathy in lieu of flowers, donation may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180 -633 Colborne Street, London N6B 2V3. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MCFALLS, Carole……. It is with great sadness that our family shares the loss of JUNE ‘CAROLE’ MCFALLS who passed away at home in Lethbridge, AB on Sunday March 13, 2016. Carole is survived by her three children: David (Linda) McFalls of Lethbridge, Mark (Christine) McFalls of Ottawa, and Carole Anne (Dean) Oikawa of Lethbridge. She also leaves to mourn her sister Margaret Heighton, three grandchildren, Lindsay McFalls (Dale Lawson), Justin McFalls (Malina Bird), Samantha Vanderleek, and one great grandchild, Kayson-Dale Lawson, as well as many nieces and nephews who were very close to her heart. Carole was predeceased by her husband Richard, her sister Maureen Crowder, her brother David Elder, and her parents, Leslie and Margaret Elder. Carole was born on December 21, 1939 in Belfast, Northern Ireland and, along with her parents and siblings, immigrated to Canada in 1947. With her father, the Reverend Leslie Elder officiating, Carole and Richard were married in 1960. They eventually settled in London, Ontario where they raised their family. In 1969, they began volunteering with the Children’s Aid Society and, over the next 30 years, were Foster Parents to close to 200 infants and toddlers. This continued until 2001 when Richard’s life was tragically taken as a result of a car accident. Carole, who was critically injured in the same accident, never fully recovered but stubbornly persevered and lived life fully until the time of her passing. Carole was a passionate Toronto Maple Leafs fan and spent many nights in front of the TV draped in her Leafs gear cheering them on. She loved to ‘hate’ the Canadiens, despite her husband being one of their biggest fans! Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 pm on Monday, March 21, 2016 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The Funeral will be conducted at the Chalmers Presbyterian Church, 342 Pond Mills Rd, London, on March 22, 2016 at 1pm. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lung Association, 1750 Courtwood Crescent Suite 300, Ottawa, ON K2C 2B5 or another charity of choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.

GINGERICH, Carol A….
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at Victoria Hospital, on Sunday, March 13, 2016 at the age of 74. Loving mom of Paul (Brandy) Gingerich and Lori (Ian) Hutt. Proud Grandma of Kindael, Emily and Chase. Survived by sister-in-law Sandra and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Harold and Jean Stearns, and her siblings Ron, Mike, Ted, Betty and Mary. Carol was fortunate to have very close friends. She will be sadly missed. A proud and devoted lifetime member of the Moose Lodge 1205, 6 Weston Street, London, ON, where a Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, March 17, 2016 starting 3pm. Donations in Carol’s name may be made to the London and Area Food Bank, 926 Leathorne St, London, ON N5Z 3M5. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolence, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CHURCH, Thelma …… Peacefully with family by her side at Highview Residence on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, Thelma M. Church (nee McKenzie) in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth Church (2012). Cherished mother of Wayne Church and his wife Susan. Loving grandma of Tracy Manchen and her husband Jeff, David Hodgkinson and great grandma of Ethan and Jillian. Dear sister of Alex McKenzie and his wife Janet and their family; Deb, Darlene and Brenda. Sister-in-law of Thelma Church (and the late Roy) and their family. Also sadly missed by Diane Church and Wayne Yantke. As one of her many passions in life, Thelma greatly enjoyed singing along to the music of the 1930’s and 40’s. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Thelma’s life will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2016 at 2:00 pm, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Private inurnment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London-Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

COLLINS, Jack….

Unexpectedly at his residence on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, Jack Collins in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Helen (Linton) Collins (2011). Loving father of Cathy Furewycz (Andy), Dave Collins (Jana) and Nancy Leyland (Pete). Proud grandpa of Chris and Katie Furewycz, David, Jessica and Charlotte Collins, Meg Chute (Scott) and Pat Leyland and papa of Jaxon and Bennett Chute. Cremation has taken place. A memorial gathering will be held on Sunday, March 13, 2016 from 2-4 pm, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home – Reception Centre (located on the south east corner of the parking lot), 60 Ridout Street South, London. A private family inurnment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London ON N5X 2T1 or Mount Zion United Church – Memorial Fund, 471 Ridgewood Crescent, London ON N6J 2H6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Wright, Robert “Bob”….

Suddenly but peacefully at University Hospital, London on Wednesday, March 9, 2016. Robert “Bob” Wright in his 87th year. Beloved husband of the late Sylvia Wright (1987). Cherished father of David (Debbie) Wright, Kathie (Brian) Hooey, Robert (Susan) Wright, Laurie (Jeff) Edwards, Jamie Wright, John (Debbie) Wright and Christopher Wright. Proud grandfather of Trisha, Jenna, Bill, Mark, Brandon, Crystal, Samantha, Kayla, Kyle, Katie, Michael, Jessica, Kerri and Shaun and 10 great-grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by his friends Stan Taylor and Hazel Elmslie. Predeceased by his brother Norman and his wife Monique. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 pm on Friday, March 11, 2016 at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be conducted at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 280 St. James Street, London ON N6A 1X3 on Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 10 am. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

GORAYEB, Elie Emile…..

Peacefully surrounded and supported by his family on March 7, 2016, Elie Emile Gorayeb, age 68 joined his father Paul (1997), his mother Genevieve (1990), his sister Shirley (2003), and his sister Doreen (1996). He is survived by his dear sister Florence (Sarkice). He will continue, as was his nature, to send love to his family – beloved wife Suzanne (Renault), his loving daughters Elise and Janic, proud grand-father to Nicholas and Ella who knew him as their Giddee and son-in-law Jamey. Elie will be sadly missed by many extended family members. Elie always spoke fondly of his cousins and cherished many memories with them and was a proud uncle to his nieces and nephews including Genevieve, Paula, Paul, Andrew, Christopher, and Brian and nine great-nieces and nephews! Elie was a kind and affectionate man who loved his family and friends dearly and enjoyed making loved ones laugh. Playing poker was his passion and always cherished trips to Las Vegas and poker games with family and friends. A heartfelt thank you to the staff and volunteers at St. Joseph’s Hospice for providing compassionate, holistic care to Elie. Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, March 18, 2016 at St. George Parish, 1164 Commissioners Road West, London, at 10 am. Cremation has taken place. Donations in Elie’s memory may be made to St. Joseph’s Hospice, 3rd floor – 485 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SCHWANTZ, Mary…

At University Hospital, London, on Monday, March 7, 2016, Miss Mary Elizabeth Schwantz of London in her 77th year. Beloved daughter of the late William Joseph and Edna Mary Schwantz. Dear sister of David Schwantz of Toronto. Miss Schwantz was a teacher in the nursing department at Fanshawe College. A Graveside Service will be conducted at St. Peter’s Cemetery , 406 Victoria Street, London, on March 15, 2016 at 3:30pm, with Father Fred Howard-Smith officiating. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs can be shared at www.amgfh.com

MCGAUGHEY, Joy…..

Peacefully and surrounded by family, Joy (Gemmell) McGaughey at the age of 86. Beloved wife of Bill McGaughey for over 64 years. Dear mother of the late Donald McGaughey (2009), Thomas McGaughey and his wife Elizabeth, and Cameron McGaughey all of London. Cherished grandmother of Amanda, Ian, Katie and Andrew. Also survived by her sister-in- law Phyllis Gemmell, brother-in-law John Palkovic and daughter-in-law Joanne Marchand, all of London. Predeceased by her sister Anne Noel (1995) and her brother Donald Gemmell (2001). Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (12-1 pm) on Friday, March 11, 2016 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, South where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at 1pm. Interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Scleroderma Society of Ontario, 41 King William St, Hamilton, ON L8R 1A2 or the CNIB London Chapter, 749 Base Line Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MITCHELL, K. Grace…

K. Grace (Pitts) Mitchell of London passed away peacefully on Monday, March 7, 2016 in her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late Edward I. Mitchell. Dear mother of Ian Mitchell (Anne) of Vancouver BC, David Mitchell (Vinnie) of Toronto, Douglas Mitchell (Maria) of London, and Andrew Mitchell (Janet) of Aurora. Dear sister of Ruth Drake-Alloway of London. Proud grandmother of Yani Mitchell (Drew), Fiona Vlasblom (James), Adam Mitchell, Danielle Mitchell (Brett), Kirsten Mitchell, Graham Mitchell and delighted great-grandmother of Liam and Norah. Predeceased by her siblings Lillian McTavish, Callin Pitts, Jack Pitts, Jean Lozier and Kathleen (Nadeau) Leitch. Special thanks go out to the wonderful people at Homecare on Wheels and SW CCAC- St Elizabeth who enabled Grace to spend her final years at home as she so much desired. Friends will be received by the family 3-5 pm and 7-9 pm on Friday, March 11, 2016 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 1:00 pm. A private family interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Calvary United Church Memorial Fund, 290 Ridout Street South, London ON N6C 3Z1 or CNIB London Chapter, 749 Base Line Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs can be shared at www.amgfh.com