Services & Obituaries

WILLIAMS, Beverly Jeannette…

Beverly Jeannette Williams (nee Pullen) passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 15th, 2025 in London, ON, in her 71st year. Dear sister of Laurie and Linda. Loving aunt of Jesse (Keith), Jennifer and Jaime. Cherished great-aunt of Liam and Kayla. Beverly is predeceased by her parents Shirley and Harry Pullen and her sister Elizabeth Pullen. She will also be missed by her extended family and friends.

Beverly loved to read in her spare time. Most of all, she cherished the time and memories she made with her grand-nephew Liam.
Cremation has taken place. Private family interment to take place in Woodland Cemetery, London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

RODEN, Moira…

Moira Roden passed peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Monday, June 16, 2025 in her 85th year.

Loving mother to Beccy, Josh and his wife Diana, all of London. Cherished grandmother and museum buddy to Taylor. Beloved sister to John and his partner Sharon. Predeceased by her loving husband of nearly 63 years, Keith Roden.

Moira was a woman of joy and quick wit, with laughter as her favourite form of punctuation. Moira believed that a day was not a good day until she had laughed at least once which was a value passed down to her children and granddaughter.

She will forever be remembered as a woman who brought joy to those around her over tea and a sweet treat at her famous dining table.

The Roden family is endlessly grateful for the kindness shown by the Palliative Care Team at University Hospital over Moira’s final days. Their hard work and dedication to patient care during this difficult time will never be forgotten.

Cremation has taken place. Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Monday, June 23, 2025 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. In Moira’s memory, sympathy donations may be made to the London Scottish Rite Learning Centre, 468 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2T3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

ROSS, Peggy…

Suddenly but peacefully on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at her residence in London, Peggy passed away in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Robert James Ross (1986) and dear companion of the late Paddy Moore (2003). Loving mother of the late Stewart (2013) and the late Mary (2005) and mother-in-law to Roz and Wendy. Dear grandmother of Scott, Daniel (Kelly), Matt (Jenna), and Michael (Monica) and Trez who all loved her dearly . Adored great-grandmother of Bobby. Loving sister of Dinah and, Ishbel and Brother Alex. Dear aunt and great-aunt of Trudy, Deb (Mark), Fraser (Silvia), Joan (David), Ewan (Rebecca), Emma,Carol, Brian and Sandie . She will be remembered by the entire Moore family both near and far, friends and extended family members. She lived with a steadfast commitment to independence, guided always by her boundless love and compassion for life, family, and friends. Everyone who was in her life was better for having known her. Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, from 12:00 – 1:45 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A memorial service will follow in the funeral home chapel at 2:00 pm. For those unable to attend the service will be live streamed on the AMG Funeral Home YouTube channel. As an expression of sympathy, donations in memory of Peggy may be made to the Boys’ and Girls’ Club of London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

ERICKSON, Deana

At Victoria Hospital, London on Sunday, June 1st, 2025, Deana passed away in her 88th year. She was the daughter of Albert Element and Daisy Thibeault. Beloved wife of the late Elmer Erickson. Dear mother of Stephen Erickson of London and the late Gail Erickson. Dear sister-in-law of both the late Glen Erickson and Terry Erickson, the late Anne Erickson ,the late Carl Erickson and his wife Monique Erickson. Predeceased by her siblings; Albert Element, Maisy Element Pellerin, Stanford Element, Cyril Element, Evangeline Element Rehel, Anita Element Beggs, Sydney Element and and her many nieces and nephews. Friends and family are invited to visitation on Friday, June 20 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Saturday, June 21 at 9:30 a.m. For those unable to attend the service will be live streamed on the AMG Funeral Home YouTube channel. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

FLATLEY, Marguerite…

Marguerite passed away peacefully at Chelsey Park Long Term Care, London on Sunday, June 8, 2025 in her 84th year. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Flatley (2010). Loving mother of Debbie McCormick of London, Cyndy Ballantyne and her husband Clark of Dorchester and Chris Ong and his wife Sandhya of Texas. Cherished grandma of Dylan McCormick (Danelle Capirchio), Ethan and Alex Ballantyne and Haley, Julia and Abby Ong. Adored great-grandma of Tyson McCormick. Predeceased by her parents Edith and Reverend Arthur Ostle. Dear sister of Joan and Rick Vandertuin. Marguerite will also be missed by her niece and nephew and their families. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 10:00 am-10:45 am at St. Anne’s Anglican Church (Byron), 1344 Commissioners Road West, London. The memorial service will follow at 11:00 am. Private family interment in Woodland Cemetery, London at a later date. In memory of Marguerite, donations may be to the Day Program at McCormick Home via the McCormick Care Foundation. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

McARTHUR, Lori Ann…

Lori Ann McArthur passed away peacefully with family by her side on Monday, June 2, 2025 at the age of 56. Loving fiancé of George Chapin. Dear mother of Mathew and Michael. Nana of 5 grandchildren. Beloved sister of Brad (Liz), Kevin (Sue) and Vicki (Dave). She will also be missed by her nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

The family would like to thank the Victorian Order of Nurses, Lori’s care team, and the ALS Society for their care and support. A special thank you to Victoria Hospital, and especially to Gord, for the kindness and compassion shown to Lori and for helping keep her and her family comfortable at the end of her life.

Cremation has taken place. Per Lori’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Donations in memory of Lori may be made to the ALS Society of Canada. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BROWN, Reverend Victor….

It is with great sadness that we announce that Victor died on Sunday June 1, 2025 in his 89th year. He was predeceased by three brothers, Lloyd, Vern, Cliff and his beloved wife, Edna. Victor will be greatly missed by his sons and their wives, David and Kathleen, Mark and Stephanie, Robert and Cindy, his six grandsons and their wives and partners, his five great grandchildren, his nieces and nephews and his many friends.

Victor started as a banker as a young adult and then with the support of his wife, Edna, he followed his true calling and went back to school to earn his bachelor’s and master’s degrees allowing him to become a United Church Minister. He and his family moved north where he was the minister at a three-point charge in Larder Lake, ON and then a two-point charge in Powassan. Later, he joined the ministry team at Colborne United Church in London. After retirement, Victor and Edna, started attending their neighborhood church, Riverside United. Since Vic was a very faith-filled man, being a minister was important, enriching, and rewarding for him. His greatest joy came from being a husband, brother, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. Times with family at celebrations, camping, biking, boating, hiking, and also relaxing at home were what he enjoyed greatly. His family and friends have many wonderful memories of time spent with Vic.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 12, 2025 from 4:00-7:00 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held on Friday, June 13, 2025 at 11:00 am at Riverside United Church, 695 Riverside Drive, London.  As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to mccormickcarefoundation.ca McCormick Home staff members gave Vic excellent care in both the day program and as a permanent resident. Online condolences, memories and photographs are shared at www.amgfh.com

GEIGEN-MILLER, Shirley (nee Walker)…

Shirley Geigen-Miller, of London passed away peacefully with family at her side at Victoria Hospital on June 3, 2025.

Shirley’s full life was marked by achievement, faith, and devotion to her family and community.

Shirley graduated from Agincourt High School with high academic standing, achieved Royal Conservatory of Music Grade 8 piano, and was a swimming instructor. She attended University of Western Ontario where she graduated with a BA in English and Diploma in Journalism.

She worked as a newspaper reporter at the Windsor Star, winning an award for sports writing. While raising four children she worked as a freelance writer and an editorial assistant at the London Free Press.

Shirley was an avid member of the St. Anne’s Anglican Church (Byron) congregation for 46 years. She trained as a pastoral care worker and provided lay ministry to nursing home patients and prison inmates. She accepted responsibility for researching and writing about the church’s history, becoming the congregation’s in-house historian. At the age of 75 she completed a solo pilgrimage to the Christian monastic community in Taizé, France.

Shirley is predeceased by her parents Rev. Cecil Walker and Kathleen Walker (nee Bristow), her husband Peter Geigen-Miller, and her brother David Walker.

Shirley is survived by her siblings Jim Walker (Stephanie), Dan Walker (Anne), and Susan Walker; her four children Stephen Geigen-Miller (Maryan), Christopher Advansun, Patricia Lauriston-Ward (Colleen), and Matthew Geigen-Miller (Michelle); her three grandchildren Lily, Darwin, and Maren; and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Friday, June 6 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 12:00 pm at St. Anne’s Anglican Church (Byron), 1344 Commissioners Road West, London, ON N6K 1E1. Interment to follow in St. Anne’s Anglican Church Cemetery. Donations to the church may be made in Shirley’s memory. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

AXFORD, Edward “Ed”…

Edward “Ed” Axford passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 1st, 2025 in his 87th year. Beloved husband of the late Janet Axford (2016). Loving father of Dan (Chris), Randy (Jody), and Ron Axford. Proud papa of Kaitlyn (Evan), James (Steph), Amy, Sammi (Kayla), Kayleigh, and Dominique. Adored great-papa of Sadie, Cohen, Emerson and Elora. Brother of Terry (Margaret). Predeceased by his brother Donald (Ruth). Ed will also be missed by his extended family.

Friends and guests are invited to visitation on Thursday, June 5, 2025 from 10-10:45am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The service will follow in the funeral home chapel at 11am. Interment to take place in Woodland Cemetery, London. Donations in memory of Ed may be made to St. Josephs Hospice, London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HAMILTON, Beatrice “Bea”

We are saddened to announce that Beatrice (Bea) Hamilton, with family and peacefully at her beloved home, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025 in her 89th year.

Bea was the cherished wife of Gavin and the late John White.

Adored mother and step mother to:
Martha Marshall and her husband Doug
Emily White and her husband Rick von Dehn
Dr. Scot Hamilton and his wife Jennifer Cairns
Dr. Kirk Hamilton and his wife Pam

Beloved Auntie Bea to:
Erica Boone and her husband Charlie
And to countless other friends’ and neighbourhood children over many years

Wonderful grandmother to:
Hayley, Rachel, Sam (Josie), Sarah (Jake), Sydney (Ciaran), Matthew (Maizie), Jeff, Megan (Evan), and Amelia

Delighted great grandmother and great aunt to:
Hannah (Maitland), Claire (Phil), Frankie, Max, Seymour, Woody, and Haddie Beatrice

Predeceased by her sister Barbara Fisher and brother Charles Ivey

Bea was born in Port Dover, at the time, a small fishing village on Lake Erie. She was a very proud Port Doverite and loved spending time at her Lynnbank home as often as she could throughout her life.

Bea loved Ontario history, especially its indigenous peoples. As a young woman, she spent summers on archaeological digs with Wilfrid Jury and later she was a dedicated volunteer involved in the development of London’s Museum of Ontario Archaeology and its museum shop.

Bea married John White and they started their family in London, Ontario. John represented the riding of London South in the provincial legislature for many years. Bea was a wonderful wife and mother, adept political partner for John, gracious hostess to many family, friends and colleagues, and general master of all things in their busy life of work and home.

Bea had many interests and talents, especially in the arts, literature, theatre, and music. She was a creator – writing and illustrating stories for her grandchildren, painting watercolours, reciting poetry and long Shakespearean passages from memory, and learning to adapt her piano playing to learn new pieces by ear as her sight began to fail.

After John passed away, Bea was lucky to meet and marry Dr. Gavin Hamilton. Given their season in life, they hoped to have 10 years together, but they were each other’s driving force and shared 27 blissful years. Bea and Gavin built a wonderful life full of family, adventures, canoeing, biking, and travel. Both families were enriched by their union.

For all who knew Bea, we will remember her grace and humility, her genuine warmth and kindness, her wit and keen intellect, her strength and courage, and her ability to always find the positives in people and situations. If you are thinking of Bea, Gavin suggests planting a tree in her memory.

Family and friends are welcomed for visitation on Sunday, June 1, 2025, from 2:00 – 5:00 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A memorial service will take place on Monday, June 2, 2025, at 2:00 pm at St. James Westminster Church, 115 Askin Street, London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com