Services & Obituaries

COOK, Alma Perelea….

Alma Percelea Cook, loving wife, partner and parent passed peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, September 3, 2015, at University Hospital in London, Ontario. Alma met and married Carman Cook in Los Angeles and followed her husband across the country to build a new life with the man she loved. What followed was the happiest of before, during and ‘ever-after’ happy endings. Married for 62 years, Alma and Carman raised their daughter Joey and son Anthony and saw them both married, happy and successfully pursuing their own goals and dreams. Alma and Carman built Cook Steel Enterprises and created Cook’s Public Storage, the first self-storage business in all of Canada. They were together every step of the way, partners in the truest sense. Alma graduated High School in 1942 and immediately went to work building airplanes at North American Aircraft in California until the end of WW2. She moved on to become the first woman Shift Boss at Technicolor when they were the gold standard in the industry, helping create some of Hollywood’s most enduring classic color films. Her life was filled with hard work, struggle and accomplishment. Full of shared adventures and the love of family and friends. Alma is survived by her husband, Carmen Edgar Cook, her children Joey and her husband John, Anthony and his wife Mary, grandson Cole, his wife Traci and her great grandchildren Otto and Luna. Friends will be received on Friday, September 4, 2015 from 7-9 pm, at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, September 5, 2015 at 3pm. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society London & Middlesex 435 Windemere Road London, ON N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

NEAL, Barbara… At University Hospital, London, on Tuesday, September 1, 2015. Barbara (Lanning) Neal, in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of the late George Neal (2002) for 51 years. Dear mother of Deb (Brian) Smith of Guelph, Angel (Paul) Kee of Madoc, Randy (Gaby) of Germany. Proud grandmother of Jason, Brandie, Ryan, Brett, Courtney, Daniela, Dennis and 13 great-grandchildren. Survived by her sister Norma (Vern) Hutton of Michigan. Predeceased by her sister Edith Kernohan. Barb will be missed and remembered by family and friends. Private family interment at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street, North, London ON N6B 3H8. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Condolences, memories and photographs can be shared online at www.amgfh.com

SPARK, Hanna (Göbel)….

Passed away peacefully on August 29, 2015 in her 98th year at McGarrell Place, London. Hanna was born in Anneburg, Germany to Albin and Paula Göbel. She was predeceased by her husband, Joe, and one sister, Elfriede. She studied Nursing and worked in Germany, England and Canada. She met and married Joe Spark in 1956 in Fort William, Ontario. She was a world traveller and loved to entertain her many friends. She will be missed by her godchild Ingrid Stapff, Germany and by her dear friends Christel, Norma, Reinhild, Hella, Margot and Dina, who visited her regularly in the Nursing Home. Special thanks to Dr. Karen Lo and the staff at McGarrell Place for their kindness and compassion. Hanna was a faithful member of Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church since 1960. A Funeral Service will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1 Frank Place, (Corner of Frank Place & Wellington Rd. S., London) on Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 11 am., Pastor David Wirt officiating. Cremation will follow and the Final Resting place at Woodland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Hanna’s name to the Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 1 Frank Place, London ON, N6C 1W1. Funeral arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, London (519) 433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HUTT, Rita….

Peacefully at her residence on Monday, August 24, 2015, Rita (Mayman) Hutt, of Ingersoll and formerly of London in her 77th year. Beloved wife of Barry Hutt for 48 years. Loving mother of Ian Hutt (Lori) of London and Rebecca Ayer (Rick) of Winchester. Proud nana of Kindael Hutt (Rob Fraser), Emma Ayer and great-nana to Grace Fraser. Dear sister of Walter Mayman (Michelle), Martin Mayman (Margaret), Therese Newman (David) and sister-in-law of Audrey Mayman, Carol Mayman, Casey Nirschl , Wayne Hutt (Gayle) and Paul Hutt (Laura). Predeceased by her brothers Peter, Paul and Jerry and her brother-in-law Don. Dearly missed by her many nieces, nephews and her longtime friend Ann Nicol. Cherished pets Tasha and Tyson. The family would like to thank the staff at Victoria Hospital and Alexandra Hospital, Ingersoll, for the excellent care provided over the years. Cremation has taken place. A private memorial service will be held. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Community Living London, 190 Adelaide Street South, London ON N5Z 3L1 or to London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON N6C 2R6. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BALINT, Helen….

At Marion Villa, London, on Saturday, August 22, 2015, Helen (Grosan) Balint of London in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late George Balint (1993). Dear mother of Judy Balint of London and Carol Wolf & her husband Michael of Woodbury,TN, sister of Cornell Grosan (Carol) and Connie Gore. Predeceased by her daughter Nancy Kay Balint (1979) and by her sisters Florence Werk and Hermina Festian. Private family interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations made to the Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London ON N5X 2T1. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HARRISON, Barbara (nee Chapman) – passed away surrounded by her family, on August 20, 2015 at University Hospital, London in her 62nd year. Beloved wife of Wayne Harrison for 39 years. Cherished mother of Kathryn, Lauren and Kendra Harrison. Dear sister of Brenda Langner (Alf) and George Chapman (Laurie). She will also be greatly missed by her nieces & nephews. She is predeceased by her parents Muriel and Eldred Chapman. A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday August 24, 2015 at 1 p.m. Visitation will be held Sunday evening at the funeral home from 6 – 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Barbara has asked that donations be made to the Salvation Army of Canada, the ALS Society or both. Condolences, memories and photographs can be shared online at www.amgfh.com

SMITH, Angus….

Peacefully with family by his side at Victoria Hospital, London on Wednesday, August 19, 2015, Angus Smith in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Nancy (Taylor) Smith for 47 years. Loving dad of Duane Smith (Dona Molintas), David Smith and Michael Smith (Aimee Lazaro and her daughter Mika). Dear brother of Judy McElvanney (Jack), Aleck Smith (June), Linda Fleming (Les) and brother-in-law of Pat Anderson (Jim) and Vic Taylor (Sharon). Predeceased by his brother Eric Smith. Also missed by several nieces and nephews. Dearly missed by his cats Angel and Devil. The family would like to thank the staff at C6 Palliative Care – Victoria Hospital for their loving care. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Monday, August 24, 2015 at 1pm at Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, 111 Elmwood Avenue, London ON N6C 1J4 with a visitation 1 hour prior (12-1 pm). A private inurnment at Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church – Roof Fund. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

ROSSIGNOL, Carole…..
Passed away at Victoria Hospital on August 18, 2015 in her 71st year. Loving mother to Sandra, Tim, Allan, Sheila and David. Cherished grandmother to Tina, Marsha, Carly, Scottie, Eric, Jessica, Derek, Andrew, Isiah and great grandmother to Shane and Kazper. Survived by her siblings Jim, Linda, Sue, John and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sons Darren and Bob. She retired as a RN at the Watford Quality Care Nursing Home. Carole has requested that no service be held. Cremation has taken place. An expression of sympathy would be appreciated to the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London ON N6B 1S4, or to Teen Challenge Canada, 9340 Sharon Drive, London, ON N6P 1P3. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WOOD, Leonard…..

Dad passed away Saturday, August 15, 2015 at University Hospital, London. He leaves behind the love of his life Margaret “Peggy” Wood after 70 years of Marriage. His children, Margaret Martin (Bob), Leonard Wood (Evelyn) and Pamela Wood. Pre Deceased by granddaughter Denise Bullivant 1985 and brothers Frederick, John and Tom. Sisters Edie and Clara. Survived by sister Rose Leadbitter, London, Doreen Harris (Don) England and Derek Wood (Val) England. Loving Pops of Julie Kirkby (Mark and family), Leanne Miller (Jason), Shane Wood, and Tamara Wood. Great grandchildren Richard Bullivant (Ashley & family), Ryan Miller, Cailey Miller, Emily Kirkby, Keirsyn Wood and Taiden Wood. Great Great Grandson Cooper Bullivant. Pops to extended families of Gary Martin (Carolyn), Richard Martin (Katherynne) and Angela Skinner (Kent). Uncle and Great Uncle to many nieces and nephews in Canada and abroad. Dad served with Montgomerys Desert Rats in WW11 and fought in North Africa, Italy, DDay Normandy, France and Germany and Liberation of Holland. He brought his family to Canada in 1957 and settled in London. He retired from Wolverine Tube 28 years ago. Dad enjoyed hunting, fishing and in later years his hobby was carving birds for friends and family. Mum and dad enjoyed many years of Ballroom dancing and made lifelong friends. He was a gentle man and a gentleman. We will miss him greatly. Friends will be received by family on Friday, August 21, 2015 from 7-9pm at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, August 22, 2015 at 11:00 am. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3 or Charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

COSTELLO, Edna…

Peacefully at Kincardine Hospital, on Friday, August 14, 2015, Edna (Wallace) Costello, in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of the late Bert Costello (April 2015). Dear mother of Charmaine Jenkins of Kincardine and Michael Costello and his wife Julie of London. Loved grandmother of Sean and Kyle Jenkins and Katelyn and Jessica Costello. Dear sister of Sam Wallace. Predeceased by sisters Jean and Gladys and her brothers Cyril and Raymond. Cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com