Services & Obituaries

Fitzmaurice, Anna “Anne”…

In the comfort of her home, after a courageous battle with cancer, Anne (Demooy) of London in her 71st year. Beloved wife of Ron Griffin. Cherished mother of Lisa Kenney (Bruce), John LeBlanc all of Cambridge and Joe LeBlanc of Welland. Proud grandmother of Ryan, Fallon, Kiara, Jacob and Andrew. Dear sister of Casey Demooy (Nancy) of London, Peter Demooy (Carolyn) of Delta, BC and Louise Thompson (Jim) of London. Also survived by her brother-in-law Casey Does. Predeceased by her parents Johanus and Cornelia Demooy and her sister Audrey Does. She will lovingly be remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. Anne had a love for travel with her husband Ron, a great sense of humor and an infectious laugh. A special thank you to the VON Palliative Care Team for their professionalism and compassion during this difficult time. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (10-11am) on October 14, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, South, London, where the memorial service will be conducted in the chapel at 11am. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London ON N6B 1S4. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

FRASER, The Reverend Gwen…..
With family by her side at Victoria Hospital, London, on Monday, October 5, 2015, Reverend Gwen (Mills) Fraser of London in her 74th year. Beloved wife of George Fraser of 51 years. Loving mother of Rob Fraser and his wife Jo, Sue Martins and her husband Mike and Dave Fraser. Cherished Nanna of Alex, Jamie, Abby, Fraser and Megan. Dear sister-in-law of Judy Mills. Predeceased by her brother Tom Mills. Missed by nieces; Louise and Aimee and their families. After a lengthy career in teaching, Gwen devoted the latter years of her life serving the Lord as The Reverend Gwen Fraser – Deacon at St. George’s Anglican Church, dedicating her time to numerous community outreach programs. Friends will be received by the family from 3-5pm and 7-9pm on Friday, October 9, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2015 at 10am, at St. George’s Anglican Church, 227 Wharncliffe Road North, London ON N6H 2B6, with The Right Reverend Robert F. Bennett (Bishop of Huron), The Right Reverend Terrance A. Dance (Bishop of Norfolk) and The Reverend Canon Dr. Timothy G. Connor officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to St. George’s Anglican Church – Renew Accessible Faith (elevator and accessible bathrooms). Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

EBERTS, Elsie….

Peacefully in her sleep at Henley Place, London, on Saturday, October 3, 2015, Elsie(Smith) Eberts in her 97th year. Cherished mother of Lynn Flitton (late Paul) and Ron Eberts. Loving grandma of Wade, Chad and the late Jason and 3 great-grandchildren. Dearly missed by nieces, nephew and their families. Predeceased by her brothers Bill and George Smith and her sister Doris McGinnis. Friends will be received by the family 1 hour prior (10-11am) to the funeral service being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, South, London on Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 11 am. Interment will take place at 1 pm at Oxford Memorial Park Cemetery, Woodstock. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street, London ON N6B 3H8. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

RUDD, Earl….

Passed peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, London, on October 2, 2015. Earl was in his 90th year. Proud father to three boys Steve (predeceased in 2008) and his wife Anita, Mark and wife Janice and Brad and late wife Lori (predeceased in 2004). Earl was admired by his Grandchildren Brandon and wife Nina Rudd, Georgia Rudd and Noah Rudd from New Zealand. Earlier this year, Earl became a Great-grandfather for the first time with the arrival of baby Avery. Family would like to thank the staff at Parkwood Hospital for their ongoing care over the past 3 years. Earl was very proud to have been associated with the Shriners and enjoyed traveling as part of the Jeepster brigade. Thanks to all the special people at Parkwood Institute for providing the comfort and happiness that Earl enjoyed. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 pm on Thursday, October 8, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A Masonic Service under auspices of King Solomon’s Lodge No. 378 A.F. & A.M. will be conducted at the funeral home on Thursday evening at 6:30pm. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday, October 9, 2015 at 11:00 am. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Mocha Shriners, 468 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2T3. Online condolences, memories, and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.

JOHNSTON, Cecil S. Jr…….

Peacefully surrounded by his family at his residence, on Wednesday, September 30, 2015, Cecil S. Johnston Jr. in his 79th year. Beloved husband of Marilyn (Norton) Johnston (March 2015). Proud father of the late Jeffrey Johnston (1965), Wayne Johnston (Judy), Lisa Creces (Steve) and David Johnston (Sharon). Cherished Papa of Jessica, Megan, Lisa, Josh, Jordan, Jason, Jacob and Jennifer and great-grandfather of Alex. Dear brother of Roy Johnston (and the late Joann). Fondly remembered by relatives, friends and the four legged critter “Lucy”. Predeceased by his sisters Margaret Kelly and Ruby Ferguson. The family would like to thank CCAC and Dr. MacLean for their care and support. At Cecil’s request there will be a private family service. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memoires and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BOUMA, Phillip….. It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Phillip Bouma of London, at home on Saturday, September 26, 2015 at the age of 33 . Dearly missed by his parents Roza Hessel and the late Dirk Bouma (2001) and his wonderful companion Cuddles. Much loved nephew to Sherry (Doug) Black, Gerry (Judy) Hessel, Anna Hessel, Roy (Diane) Hessel, Monica (Dale) Brush, Ben Hessel all of London area and Akke Wheatley of Kentucky. Predeceased by his grandparents, John and Dorothy Bouma, Hank and Jantina Hessel and his uncles Harry Hessel (Wendy) and Peiter Hessel (Karen). Phillip will be remembered by many cousins and friends. A private family interment will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S4. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BREAU, Roberta Anne….

Surrounded by family, it is with a heavy heart we announce the peaceful passing at St. Joseph’s Hospice, London, on Thursday, September 24, 2015, Roberta “Bobbi” (Mitchell) Breau in her 74th year. Beloved wife of Leo Breau for 54 years. Cherished mother of Steven Breau and his wife Lori and Jeffrey Breau all of London. Also missed by her granddaughters Rebecca and Samantha Breau of London. Dear sister of Donna Gaasenbeek and her husband Henk of Hanover, Linda Keown and her husband Bruce of Mississauga, Sharon Meilleur of North Bay and sister-in-law of Annie Breau of Nova Scotia, Louise Richard and her husband Sam, Jean McNevin, Viola Caissie, Bob Breau, Louie Breau, Dianne Bastarache and her husband Guy all of New Brunswick, Joe Breau and his wife Aurella of Port Colborne, Gerry Breau and his wife Helen of Welland, John Breau and his wife Noela and Emery Breau and his wife Marie all of London. Predeceased by her parents Annie and Angus Mitchell, her infant daughter Susan Breau and her brother-in-law Bob Meilleur. Will be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends. Bobbi spent countless years as an active member of LHSC Auxillary, Children’s Group and Flower Shop and an active member of White Oaks United Church. A special thank you for the exceptional care provided by the staff at Victoria Hospital, VON, CCAC and St. Joseph’s Hospice. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 pm on Monday, September 28, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The Celebration of Bobbi’s Life will be conducted at White Oaks United Church, 1901 Jalna Blvd., (corner of Jalna and Southdale Road) London, Ontario N6E 3V9 on Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 2pm. Private family interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to White Oaks United Church, 1901 Jalna Blvd., London, ON N6E 3V9. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HAMILTON, Bessie (Agar) (Lt. Col. ret.)

Promoted to Glory at University Hospital, London on Tuesday, September 22, 2015, in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Lt. Col. Melvin Hamilton (ret.) (2006). Cherished mother of Judith Hamilton and Major Beverly Hamilton (ret.). Loving grandma of Julia and Emilie. Fond aunt to many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brothers and sisters. Commissioned as a Salvation Army Officer and served in various appointments in Ontario and Quebec. Bessie and Melvin were married in 1953 and ministered together in Manitoba and Ontario. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (12-1pm) to the funeral service being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 1 pm. Private interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Salvation Army Hillcrest Corp, 310 Vesta Road, London ON N5Y 5J1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Loved by and loving to many!

TRAHEY, Damien….
Passed away suddenly, at his residence, on September 21, 2015, in his 60th year. Cherished friend to Elaine (Edmonds) Trahey of Alberta. Loving father of Daniel Godbout (Delmar) of Hamilton, Damien Trahey (Donessa) and Dionne Trahey both of Alberta. Proud grandfather of Brady and Dustin Elsliger of Hamilton and Ibiza Trahey of Alberta.Dear brother of Harold (Rose) Trahey, Joseph (Dora) Trahey, Jacky (Joyce) Trahey, Agnes (Richard) Power, Bernice (Hubert) Wall, Gloria (John) Reid, SharonTrahey (John Welshman) and Valerie Trahey. Predeceased by his parents James and Agatha Trahey, his siblings, Jim Trahey, Marg Trahey, Lisa Trahey, and his best friend and sister Linda Mallard. Visitation will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, South, London, on Thursday, October 1, 2015 from 2pm – 3pm where the Memorial Service will be conducted at 3pm. Cremation has taken place. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

TAYLOR, Marion….
At Glendale Crossing, London, on Thursday, September 17, 2015, Marion (Davis) Taylor in her 103rd year. Beloved wife of late Grant Taylor (1985). Loving mother of Don Taylor and his wife Arleata of London. Cherished grandmother of Erin Taylor and Adam Taylor. Dear sister of Robert Davis and his wife Maureen and Hugh Davis and his partner Linda Johns. Predeceased by her sister Dorothy Davis. Also missed by many nieces, nephews and special friend Joyce Graton. The family would like to thank Glendale Crossing for the exemplary care over the past 5 years. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service to be held at a later date. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com