Services & Obituaries

NEWTON, Patricia…

Peacefully at McGarrell Place, London, on Friday, December 18, 2015. Patricia (Kilby) Newton in her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late Ralph Newton and the late Cecil Spicer. Cherished mother of the late Rodney Spicer. Proud grandmother of Richard Spicer (Melanie), Christopher Spicer (Chantal) and great-grandmother to Kaitlyn, Keira, Ava and Stella. Dear sister of Iris Blais (Royal). Also survived by her daughter-in-law Judith Gillespie. Predeceased by her sisters Wilda Andre, Florence Jackson and Gladys Yanosick. A memorial service will be conducted in the chapel at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at 1pm. Cremation and interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, a memorial donation may be made to Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London ON, N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SANDERSON, June…..

Peacefully at McGarrell Place, London, on Tuesday, December 15, 2015, Shirley June (Blewett) Sanderson in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Norman Sanderson (2009). Cherished mother of Karen Dickie and her husband John. Loving grandma of Ben and Gloria. Dearly missed by her niece Noreen Bradfield and her husband Ken, and her sons Tim and Andy. June enjoyed spending time with her family, baking and crafts. She lived with Parkinson’s disease for 33 years and through her determination overcame many obstacles. The family would like to thank McGarrell Place staff for their support, compassion and friendship over the past 10 years. A private graveside service was held at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London, officiated by Reverend Kenji Marui and Mrs. Elizabeth Parsons. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Parkinson Society Canada (Southwestern Ontario), 117-4500 Blakie Road, London ON N6L 1G5. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CHAFEE, Helen Bernice…

Suddenly with her family by her side on Sunday, December 13, 2015 at University Hospital, London, Bernice (Myatt) Chafee in her 88th year. Beloved wife of the late James “Ed” Chafee (2003). Cherished mother of William (Victoria) Chafee, Allan (Jo-Ann) Chafee, Donna (Bob) McAuley. Proud grandmother of Shalo, Beau (Cara), Rob (Danielle) and great-grandmother to Bronson, Callum, Leland and Blake. Dear sister of Bob Myatt (late Dorothy), Marion Olmstead (late Bob), Irene Jefferies and Ted Myatt. Also survived by her brother-in-law Harold Marshall and sister-in-law Judy Myatt. Predeceased by her brother Jim Myatt and sister Dorothy Marshall. Bernice will greatly missed by her extended family and friends. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family 4-6pm on Thursday, December 17, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Ark Aid Street Mission – Kitchen Fund, 696 Dundas Street, London, ON N5W 2Z4. Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com

NUFER, Andre….

Peacefully at St. Thomas Hospital, on Wednesday, December 9, 2015, local London photographer Andre Nufer, passed in his 80th year. Beloved husband of the late Judy Nufer (1996). Proud and loving father of Kaila Gottschling (Mark) and Nick Nufer (Dionne). Cherished Grandaddy of Mason, Hope and Trenton. Dear brother of Wendell Nufer, Beatrice Yasayko and their families. Andre was a photography Professor at Fanshawe College for many years. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 p.m. on Monday, December 14, 2015, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The celebration of Andre’s life will be held in the funeral home chapel on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 11 a.m., with Pastor Rodger McCready officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Meals on Wheels, 356 Queens Avenue, London, ON N6B 1X6. Online condolences, memoires and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

RIDGEWELL (Davis), Caroline…..

Passed away peacefully, at People Care Oakcrossing on Wednesday, December 9, 2015, in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Ridgewell (2015). Loving mother of Rick (Ruth), Ted, and Perry (Maxine). Cherished grandma of 8 and great-grandma of 11. Sadly missed by her brother Jim Davis, and by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brother William (Red) (1993). Times with family and friends were always fondly remembered. A special thank you to the staff at People Care Oakcrossing for their compassionate and attentive care for our parents. Your kindness has been greatly appreciated. Friends will be received by family at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, South, on Saturday, December 19, 2015 from 10-11am where the Memorial Service will be held at 11am.
Cremation has taken place, Private interment at a later date. Donations made in Caroline’s memory may be made to the Alzheimers Society of London, 435 Windermere Rd, London, ON N5X 2T1, or charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

GIBBS, Doreen…

Doreen (Nee Smith) Gibbs, 85 of London, Passed away peacefully on December 4, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer. Her devoted husband of 66 years John “Red” Gibbs by her side. Doreen formally of Kingston, daughter to Iva Snider and William Smith. She grew up with a large family of brothers and sisters. Doreen moved to London where she met the love of her life whom she married on December 26th, 1949. Cherished mother of Brian (Julia), Ron (Christine), Randy (JoAnne), Paul (Bev), David (Carol), Jeff (Laurie), and Chris (Sonya). Proud grandmother of Stephen (Jamie), Laurie (Mark), Pat (Christa), Katie (Matt), Brandon, Mike (Chelsey), Matt (Kse), Nathan, Melany (Daryl), Lindsey (Trevor), Jennifer (Aaron) and 8 great-grandchildren. Doreen will be remembered and missed by her family and friends. Doreen lived life for Red and their 7 boys. Although being outnumbered by men, she was truly feminine at heart with an eye for beauty and a love of the ornate. An extraordinary baker, cook, gardener and decorator she always put her family first. Her strength, loyalty, love and compassion for those in need will forever live on in the hearts of her family. In keeping with Doreen’s wishes a private family interment has taken place in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, a memorial donation may be made to the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Base Line Road East, London ON N6C 9Z9. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home (519-433-5184). Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com

ALLEN, Paul…..Sadly in Winnipeg, MB, on Friday, December 4, 2015, Paul Allen in his 46th year. Beloved son of Penny Hunter (Terry) and John Allen (Pam). Loving brother of Rebecca Granger (Craig). Dear father of Nick and Jake. Cherished uncle of Justin, Baylee and great-uncle of Carter. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the London Food Bank, 926 Leathorne Street, London, ON N5Z 3M5. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with cremation arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

FULFORD, Dorothy…

Peacefully, at People Care Oak Crossing, London on Friday, December 4, 2015. Dorothy “Dodie” (Ross) Fulford in her 87th year. Dear mother of Sherrie Winstanley, Paul Fulford, Valerie Fulford, Brenda Gauld, Keith Fulford. Much loved Grandma Dodie of Timothy, Daniel, Sarah and Mark Winstanley; Kimberley, Austin, Denise and Weston Gauld; Andrew, Kristen, Kayla and Kyle Fulford. Also survived by her brother-in-law Robert Aitken. Special friend to Pat MacNeil. Predeceased by her sisters Barbara Cooper, Elizabeth Cenikoglu and Marion Aitken. Dodie will be greatly missed by nieces, nephews and friends. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 pm on Friday, December 11, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the memorial service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 11 am. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com

BALLETT, Alan….

Suddenly at Parkwood Hospital, London, on Thursday, December 3, 2015, Alan Ballett of London in his 66th year. Dear son of the late Barbara (Kempton) and Frederick Ballett. Loving brother of Anne Kupery of London. Cherished uncle of Dianne Kupery (George Small) of Dundas and Jason Kupery (Maria) of Cochrane, AB. Proud great- uncle of Galen and Everett Small and Sadie and Jude Kupery. Alan coached minor league hockey in Woodstock for many years. He was involved with the Ontario Weightlifting Association, serving as a Past President and as an International Judge. Alan was an avid fan of the Buffalo Bills and passionately believed in their Super Bowl quest. A Celebration of Life will be held at the A. Millard George Funeral Home – Reception Centre, 60 Ridout Street South, London (located on the southeast corner of the parking lot), on Monday, December 7, 2015 from 4 – 6pm. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street North, London ONN6B 3H8. Online condolences, memoires and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WORRELL, Glyne…

Dear loving husband of Beulah for 48 lovely years. Loving father of Marlon and Julie. Cherished Papa of Tanika and Jalyn and great Papa to Sierra and Keyon. Survived by siblings Lucille and Stan (Joyce) and Uncle to Nicole, Chris, Marilyn, Ricky and Dawn. Predeceased by brother Owen. Glyne was otherwise known as “DJ Soca G” at CHRW radio station. He was also a lover of Cricket. Family and friends will be received at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, for visitation on Friday, December 4, 2015 from 6-8pm, and on Saturday, December 5, 2015 from 2-3pm, where the funeral service will be held at 3pm. Cremation to follow. Donations in Glynes memory may be made to the Cardiac Fitness Institute, 800 Commissioners Road East, London, ON N6A 4G5, please state Fund #50-150-06. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com