Services & Obituaries

SANSOM, Donald “Don”

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London, on Saturday, October 10, 2015 in his 82nd year. Dear father of the late Sharon Holland (2005) and her husband Ray of Cambridge, Mark Sansom, Greg Sansom and his wife Christine all of London, Geoff Sansom and his wife Linda of Barrie. Also loved by his grandchildren Jamie and Danny Holland; Gabrielle, Ben, Colton, Mitchell and Caleb Sansom. Dear brother of Bruce Sansom of Edmonton, AB and David Sansom and his wife Linda of Whitby. Predeceased by his brother Ross Sansom and his sister Lois McGarvey. Don will be fondly remembered by family and friends. Cremation has taken place. In keeping with Don’s wishes there will be a private service. As an expression of sympathy memorial donation may be made to London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Base Line Road East, London ON N6C 9Z9. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

ANGOOD, Donna….

It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Donna (Groat) Angood (in her 76th year) on Thursday, October 8, 2015 at Victoria Hospital, London. Beloved wife of Jim Angood for 49 years. Much loved mom of Kerri-Lynn Edmondson (Mike) of Markham, Kathy-Jo Brine (Jamie) of Belmont and Jamie Angood (Sarah) of London. Proud grandma of TJ, Payton, Ava, Liam, Braedin and Britlynn. Dear sister of Lois Trimble (Ralph) of Ballantrae. Also survived by her brother-in-law Albert Angood (Annette) of Chatham, sister-in-law Linda Burrill (Glen) of Ingersoll and dear friend Jeannie Davies. Predeceased by her granddaughter Molly (2009). Donna will be lovingly remembered by her family and many friends. Donna was a teacher with the Thames Valley District School Board for over 35 years. She enjoyed scrapbooking and sang in many choirs, including Earle Terry Singers, Westview and Central Baptist Churches. She loved to shop, knit, travel and read but most of all her biggest joys were her precious grandchildren and spending time with her family. A special thank you to family and friends for your support, Drs. Sugimoto, Welch and Malik, the medical and support staff at Victoria Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 11 a.m.. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the London Regional Cancer Program – Ovarian Research, 800 Commissioners Road East, London, ON N6A 5W9. Online condolences, memories, and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.

ENGBERS, Linda…….

The Lord took unto Himself His convenant child, Linda Engbers, on October 7, 2015 at Dearness Home, in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the Late Herman Engbers. Loving mother of Herman, Pete (Hettie) Engbers, and Helen (John) Vanderwoerd. Cherished Oma to Jessica (Brent) Lanting, Christopher (Kennedy) Engbers, Stephanie Engbers, Kaitlin (Dustin) Wieske, Emily Engbers, Lee-Anne (Justin) Cowling, Jennifer (John) Crowder, Adrian (Sarah ) Vanderwoerd, Rob (Lydia) Vanderwoerd and Jocelyn Vanderwoerd. Great Oma to 13 great grandchildren. Survived by her brothers Pete ( Nel), Jake (Nel), Albert (the late Sandra), and sisters Elly (Jack), Lies (Gerhard), Freda, Ann (Conrad), Tina ( the late Gerrit) . Predeceased by siblings John ( the late Tiny) and Pieterke. Also survived by sister-in-laws Netta and Minie. Friends will be received by the family at A. Millard George Funeral Home (60 Ridout Street South, London) on Tuesday, October 13, 2015, from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Interment to take place on Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at Mayhew Mount Pleasant Cemetery (Industrial Road Thamesville) at 11am. A Funeral Service will be held following interment, at the Pilgrim Canadian Reformed Church, 266 High Street, London at 2pm. In Linda’s memory, donations may be made to the Anchor Association for the Handicapped, 361 Thirty Road, Beamsville, ON L0R 1B2. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DITCHER, Lucas….

Peacefully in Kelowna, B.C., on Tuesday, October 6, 2015, Luke Ditcher of London in his 29th year. Beloved son of Sherry and Michael Ditcher. Proud father of Caidence Ditcher. Loving brother of Zach Ditcher. Dear grandson of Audrey Gordon (the late Albert) and Sharon Ditcher (the late Geoff). Cherished nephew of Karen Coates (Scott), Heather Rundle, Erin Kelly (Dave), Andrea Klooster (Jeff), and Chris Ditcher (Colleen). Dearly missed by his cousins and his many friends. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4pm and 7-9pm on Monday, October 19, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The celebration of Luke’s life will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at 11am. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Caidence Ditcher In trust – CIBC, c/o Brian Lawson, 1105 Wellington Road, London, ON N6E 1V4. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

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