Services & Obituaries

PUFFAL, Margaret Elizabeth….
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at Victoria Hospital on Tuesday, January 19, 2016, in her 73 year. Loving mother of Peter (Karen) and Wanda (Grant). Cherished grandma of Whitney, Danielle, TJ and Angela. Aunty Mott will be missed by David and Michael. Sister of Bill, Sherrie, Eileen, Diane and Dawn. Predeceased by sister Jessie and brother James Jr..Friends will be received by the family at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, South, London, on Friday, January 29, 2016 from 7-9pm and on Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 12-1pm where the Memorial service will be held at 1pm. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations to Girl Guides of Canada Membership Fund, 50 Merton Street, Toronto, ON M4S 1A3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Linnen, Joyce Elizabeth…
Joyce Elizabeth Linnen passed away peacefully with family at her side on Tuesday, January 19, 2016, at University Hospital, London, at the age of 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Leslie Linnen (2004). Loving mother of James (Debbie) and Robert (Linda). Predeceased by her little daughter Linda. Cherished grandmother of Christine, Vicki and Andrew, and great grandmother of Colton, Blake and Braydon. Sadly missed by her sister Helen, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Predeceased by her sister Gwen. Joyce’s strength was an inspiration and she will be fondly remembered for her grace, humour and her appreciation of the finer things in life. A Memorial service will be held in Ottawa in the spring, more details at a later date. Donations to the Muscular Dystrophy Association at www.muscle.ca or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, London, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com

POYNTZ, Dorothy Olive….
Passed away peacefully with family at her side at Resthaven Nursing Home, Aurora, on Sunday, January 17, 2016 in her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late Harold (1986). Loving mother of Doug (Penny), Robert (Pamela), and Brian (Judy). Cherished grandmother of William (Kara), Geoffrey (Lindsay), Amanda (Erik), Adam (Brittany) and great grandmother of Kiera, and Jackson. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by siblings Harry, Mitchell, Blanche and Mildred. A graveside service will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, 2001 Dundas Street, London, on Saturday, May 14, 2016. More information to follow. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, London, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

VAUGHAN, Winnifred Louise…..

Peacefully on January 15, 2016, at peopleCare Oakcrossing. Winnifred Louise Vaughan in her 97th year. Winn was predeceased by her parents Frederick and Helen (Smith) Vaughan and her sisters Mary Vaughan and Margaret Vaughan. Lovingly remembered by her “honorary” nieces and nephew Susan, Kathy, Carol and Greg of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. She will be greatly missed by her many friends in both London and Nova Scotia, especially her London friends/caregivers Anne, Karyn and Marlene. Born in Port Williams, Nova Scotia, Winn graduated from Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia with a Bachelor of Science degree. She took her Dietetic Internship at Toronto Western Hospital. Winn was Head Dietitian at Brantford General Hospital from 1942-1954 and held a similar position at the hospital in Galt from 1954-1961. In 1961, Winn became Manager of Dietary Services at London Life Insurance Company and held that position for 22 years until she retired in 1983. Winn was a founding member of the Registered Professional Dietitians of Canada. She was a long time member of St. James Westminster Anglican Church. Winn belonged to the Highland Country Club for many years where she shared her love of golf and curling with the many friends she met there. Winn was a very social lady and enjoyed the company of both her lifelong and new-found friends. With some of these friends she went “birding” at Point Pelee for 22 years. In addition to enjoying bridge games with her friends over the years, Winn had a true joy of travelling and was fortunate enough to visit over a dozen different countries. In her retirement years, Winn took oil painting classes and had several of her paintings on display in her home. Winn had a wonderful sense of humor and an extremely positive attitude, both of which she maintained even when dealing with a number of health and mobility challenges in her later years. Special thanks to the staff of Grand Wood Park who helped Winn live life to the fullest during the six years she lived there. Thank you also to the staff of Red Oak, peopleCare Oakcrossing, for the good care given to Winn during the past year. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (10:30 – 11:30 am), to the memorial service at St. James Westminster Church, 115 Askin Street, London, ON N6C 1E7 on Friday, January 29, 2016 at 11:30 am. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3 or St. James Westminster Church, London. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CHOWEN, Kathleen….

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of Kathleen (Philpott) Chowen in her 90th year on Friday, January 15, 2016. She was a resident at Chartwell Aylmer Long Term Care. She was beloved wife of the late Bruce Chowen (1998) and dear mother of Richard and Valerie Chowen of Port Lambton and Anne and Mark Bond of St. Thomas. Also loved by her 4 grandchildren Kathleen Rooke (Jordan), Lindsay Darlington (Wayne), Christopher Chowen (Christie) and Cameron Chowen (Caitlin) and great-grandmother to Lauren, Summer, Marina, Marcus and Lucas. Kathleen was a dear sister to Patricia Gunn of Toronto, sister-in-law of Glenn Chowen (Janet), Don Ecker and predeceased by Melva Ecker. Kathleen will be remembered by her family, extended family and friends. Friends will be received by family from 6-8 pm on Friday, January 22, 2016 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A private service of remembrance will be held. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of remembrance, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London, ON., N6B 2V3 or London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON., N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs can be shared at www.amgfh.com

TICKNOR, Robert “Bob”…….

After a lengthy battle against Parkinson’s Disease, Bob passed away on January 14, 2016. Bob was the beloved husband of Cassie (2010), father of John and Nancy Ticknor and Brenda and John Vouvalidis and grandfather of Michael and David Ticknor, and Ally Vouvalidis. Bob was proud to be a member of St. George’s Lodge No. 42 A.F. & A.M and a Mocha Shriner. He worked for 32 years at Kellogg’s Canada. Many thanks to Glendale Crossing – Pond Mills Neighbourhood support team. Cremation has taken place. Private interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery, London. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Sunday, January 17, 2016, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A Masonic Service under the auspices of St. George’s Lodge No. 42 A.F. & A.M will be conducted at the funeral home on Sunday evening at 6:30pm. As an expression of sympathy, donations can be made to Prostate Hope – Masonic Foundation of Ontario, 361 King Street West. Hamilton, ON L8P 1B4 or Mocha Shriners, 468 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2T3 or mochashriners.org. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

RANK, William “Bill”….

Peacefully surrounded by family in the comfort of his home, on Tuesday, January 12, 2016. Bill Rank in his 70th year. Dear Brother of Harold (Patricia), Audrey Wood (John) and Margaret Rank. Missed by many nieces and nephews. Loved and remembered always by Barb Thorne and family. Love you Grandpa Bill. Predeceased by his parents Harold and Margaret Rank and his son Billy. Bill retired from NJ Spivak Ltd. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, January 14 2016, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, were the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Friday, January 15, 2016 at 1 p.m. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the All Saints’ Church – Canterbury Group, 249 Hamilton Road, London, Ontario, N5Z 1R2. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

TAMBLYN, Eileen….

At University Hospital, London on Monday, January 11, 2016. Eileen (Merrison ) Tamblyn passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the age of 90. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence “Larry” Tamblyn (1986). Dear mother of Robert Tamblyn and his wife Carol Marie of London. Eileen was survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, one sister, three brothers, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her daughter Lynn and by her 2 sisters. She will be missed by her family and friends. Cremation has taken place. A private family service of remembrance will held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation and Multiple Sclerosis Society. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WILLSIE, Maxwell…

Peacefully at Chelsey Park Nursing Home, London on Sunday, January 10, 2016, Maxwell Willsie in his 94th year. Beloved husband of the late Luella Irene (Muckle) Willsie (2008). Dear father of Max and Donna Willsie of Waterloo, Ted and Bonnie Willsie of London, Peter and Sandy Willsie of Cambridge. Loving grandfather of Chad and Jennifer, Derek and Sandra, Carrie-Mae and Chris, Beckie and Darren, Cheyenne and great-grandfather of Justin, Hayden, Brooke, Max, Jake and Cole. Predeceased by his brother Andy (2014). Survived by his sister-in-law Doris Willsie of London. Maxwell will be remembered fondly by his nieces, nephews and friends. Thank you to the Chelsey Park staff for their exceptional care and compassion of our father. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior to the funeral service being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home , 60 Ridout Street, South, London on Friday, January 15, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Elisabeth Parsons of Calvary United Church officiating. Interment in Dorchester Union Cemetery, Dorchester. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, Ontario, N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HOPKINS, Edna….

Peacefully surrounded by family at Wildwood Care Centre, St. Marys on Saturday, January 9, 2016, Edna (Booth) Hopkins, formerly of London, in her 104th year. Beloved wife of the late Norman Hopkins (1994). Dear mother of Ronald Hopkins of St. Marys and Beverly Beacham Bessette and her husband Bernard of St. Marys. Predeceased by her son-in-law Dave Beacham. Cherished grandma of Jeff Beacham and his wife Karen, Tamara Blaney and her husband Kevin and Trevor Hopkins and his wife Lori. Dearly missed by her seven great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson and seven step-grandchildren, sixteen step-great-grandchildren and twelve step-great-great grandchildren and their families. The family would like to thank the staff at Wildwood for their care and compassion. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Tuesday, January 12, 2016, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at 1 pm. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Wildwood Golden Years, P.O. Box 2200, 100 Ann Street, St. Marys ON N4X 1A1 or Homes for Hope – El Salvador, 363 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 3N3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com