Services & Obituaries

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

CAMBRIDGE, Margaret……

On August 13, 2015, Margaret Cambridge (nee Liley) passed away peacefully at Oak Crossing Nursing Home in her 89th year, with her family by her side. Margaret is predeceased by her beloved husband Roy (1981), her sister Aileen and brother-in-law Jack Densham. She will be sadly missed by her daughter Karen and son Jan (Lorrie). She will be greatly missed by her grandchildren Shanda (Tyler), Roy (Melissa), Rebecca, Amanda, Ryan (Ariel) and their families. Also missed by niece and nephews Michelle, Jon (Sheila) and Mark (Deb) and their families and her many cousins. A private family interment will take place at Woodland Cemetery. We would like to give a special thank you to the doctor, nurses and all the support staff at Oak Crossing for their kindness and exceptional care of Margaret during her stay with them. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, London. Online condolences, memories, and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

COGHILL, Christine…..

It is with a heavy heart, we announce the peaceful passing at University Hospital, London, on Thursday, August 13, 2015, Christine (Talbot) in her 63rd year. Beloved wife of Barry Williams. Loving mother of Jason Coghill (Sherri Baic) and Kim Coghill both of Sault Ste. Marie. Dear sister of Jennifer, Ellison, Lynn, Jacqueline, Davina and their families in Scotland and United States. She will be fondly remembered by her relatives, friends and co-workers throughout Sault Ste. Marie and London. Thank you to the medical team at University Hospital on the ICU floor for their support and compassion. Cremation has taken place. The family invites friends to Celebrate Christine’s Life at the Ceeps, 671 Richmond Street at Mill Street, London, from 2-4pm on Saturday, August 15th. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made Canadian Liver Foundation, 383 Richmond St, London, ON N6A 3C4. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, London (519) 433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com

HENRY, Jean….

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London, on Wednesday, August 12, 2015, Jean (Wylie, Cooper) Henry in her 78th year. Beloved wife of the late Burt Henry (1995). Cherished mother of Deb Carpenter (Rick), Tom Cooper and Char Gorrie (Doug). Loving grandma of Becky Calhoun (Warren), Elizabeth Cooper, Thomas Cooper and great-grandmother of 4 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her granddaughter Angela Cooper. Dear sister of Jane Chalmers (Bill). The family would like to thank the staff at Victoria Hospital for their care and support. Cremation has taken place. Graveside service will be held on Monday, August 17, 2015 at 1:00pm at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, 303 Riverside Drive, London (Please meet at the Oxford Street entrance). As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Road, London ON N5V 3K5. A Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MCLEOD, Betty…..

Peacefully at Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care on Monday, August 10, 2015, Elizabeth “Betty” (Elsdon) McLeod of London in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Sam McLeod (2008). Loving mother of Hugh McLeod and his wife Jenny of Nairobi, Kenya and Neil McLeod of London. Cherished grandmother “Nanny” of Angie, Alexander, Ian, Alysha and Katie and great-grandmother of Margot. Predeceased by her siblings Bill, Johnny, Netta. The family would like to thank the VON (Home Nursing, Personal Support and Home Help) for keeping mom home for a long as possible and the staff at Mount Hope for all the loving care. Cremation has taken place. A private family service was held. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the St. James Westminster Church – Memorial Garden, 115 Askin Street, London ON N6C 1E7. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangement. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

GLOVER, Sheila…..
Passed away peacefully, in the arms of our Lord, on Thursday, August 6, 2015, with her family by her side, at Extendicare Nursing Home, in her 92nd year. Sheila is survived by her husband of 70 years William (Bill) Glover her son Douglas (Catherine), daughter Jo-Ann (Ainsley) and sister-in-law Pat Bedford. She is the proud grandmother of Adam, Candice, Sarah,Shelagh, Jill and Graydon and loved great grandmother of William, Carter, Stella, Alexander and Vedder. Predeceased by her parents George and Annie Aukett, her brother Morley and brother-in-law Rupert Bedford. Friends will be received at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 from 2-3pm, where the service will be held at 3pm. In Sheila’s memory, donations may be made to the London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Rd, London, ON N5V 3K5. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MARSHALL, Jim…
Passed away on Monday, August 3, 2015, at Victoria Hospital at the age of 79. Dearly loved husband of Doreen (Holman), loved father of Doug (Martha), Joanne Bensted (Grahame), and Jamie (Nicole). Dear step-father of Tabitha Caldwell (Steve) and Janice Holman (Andy Wellner). Jim loved his grandchildren Shayne, Cori, Hayley, Matthew, Sam, Rachel, Megan, Molly, Jacob, Julia, Blake, Riley and Benjamin. Son of the late Euphemia and George Marshall, brother of Betty, Dorothy and Daniel. Predeceased by his late wife Joan (Elliott) and brothers Don and Dave. Will be sadly missed by his many nephews and nieces and their families.
Friends will be received at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, on Thursday, August 6, 2015 from 2-4pm & 7-9pm. Celebration of Life will be held at Westmount Presbyterian Church 521 Village Green Ave, on Saturday, August 8, 2015 at 11am. Cremation has taken place. Interment at a later date. Donations in Jim’s memory would be appreciated to the Westmount Presbyterian Church. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com