Services & Obituaries

DUNHAM, Charles Burton…
Jan 25, 1938 – Mar 18, 2024
Charles Burton Dunham passed away March 18, 2024, in palliative care at Victoria Hospital, London, in his 87th year. The eldest child of Charles & Georgina Dunham, he was born January 25, 1938 (a birthday shared with Robbie Burns) in Port Alberni, BC. Charles is survived by a brother Gordon Dunham (Bonnie) of BC and sister Alison Hobson (Larry, deceased) of Florida.
Charles studied at UBC (BA 1959, MA 1963) and received his PhD (Mathematics) from Western in 1968. He was hired by Dr. John Hart as one of the original members of the mathematical and engineering group that became the Department of Computer Science. At that time there were no textbooks for Computer Science, and many people even doubted that the discipline should belong to science. Charles was supported by John Hart and early on inspired by a course on the “Theory of Computing” from Neil Jones. He taught courses on Numerical Analysis and was interested in and made contributions to the theory of incomputable functions. He published a substantial number of papers on Best Approximations during 1975-1995. Charles died as an Emeritus Professor in the same department where he continued to contribute well after retirement.
Beyond academia Charles was always interested in politics and current events. But he was especially interested in photography and explorations of the paths and forests of both BC and this, his adopted region. He was active in local hiking and canoe clubs and would often be found exploring the trails with camera at hand. He is fondly remembered by friends for his slide shows where he shared this artistic side. People who knew him well could see beyond his faults. He was a brilliant mind, a gentle but troubled soul, with a unique wit and an artist’s eye.
He will be missed. His life and his passing were not easy but he died with friends at hand who cared. No memorial or visitation service is planned. Cremation has taken place and his ashes will be scattered in the woods he loved so much in a private moment with those same friends.
Many thanks to the staff of Maple View Terrace, London, for the care and support provided in his final years. And many thanks to the staff at Victoria Hospital for their care during his final difficult days. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CHURCHILL, Patricia “Patsy”…

After a courageous battle with dementia, Patricia “Patsy” Churchill (nee Kendall), of London, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of Carl Churchill for 63 years. Loving mother of Cary Churchill and her husband John Defayette of Tobermory, Chris Churchill and her husband Gord Gittings of Brantford and Cal Churchill and his partner Janice Paterson of London. Predeceased by her son Carl Churchill Jr. Cherished Nana of Perry (Lauren), Jonathan (Moira), Calvin (Kayla), Beatrice and Charlie and recent great-grandmother of Rory. Patsy will also be dearly missed by her beloved golden retriever, Lucy. Patsy was incredibly loved by her family and friends and she will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place. Family and friends are welcome to come together for a memorial service on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 12 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Future interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners, 485 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1 would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

RYALL, Emerson C. “Em”

Passed away peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Em Ryall of London in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Lida R. “Lee” (Gut) Ryall, Reg. N. (retired). Dear father of Tim Ryall and his wife Tammie of Belle River and Lynda Ryall-Henke and her husband Walter of London. Predeceased by his siblings, Darius Ryall, Edison (Jean) Ryall, Clare (Dan) Bryant, Albert (Lois) Ryall, Evelyn (Marv) Orr, Etoile (Orville) Zavitz. Survived by his sister, Jean (the late Bob). Loved by his grandchildren, Jessica and Joshua (Allison) Ryall, Sarah, Jacob (Karelia) and Daniel (Laura) Henke. Missed by his many nieces and nephews.
Em worked for the London Free Press for nearly 30 years and for MDS Laboratories until his retirement. Beyond his professional accomplishments, he was a cherished friend, colleague, and family member. Em was an active member of Westview Baptist Church and Maitland Street Baptist Church. He was a lifelong fan of the London Knights. Em had a special place in his heart for all animals. He possessed a warmth and generosity that touched the lives of all who knew him.

Cremation has taken place. Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A visitation will be held at Westview Baptist Church, 1000 Wonderland Road South, London from 9:45 – 10:45 a.m. on Thursday, March 28, 2024. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 am in the sanctuary. Private family interment at Medway Cemetery, Ilderton at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Westview Baptist Church or Compassion Canada. Online condolences, memories and photographs can be shared at www.amgfh.com

Peacefully passed away at Mount Hope Long Term Care, London on March 22, 2024, in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late George Perpich (2022). Loving mother to Heather (Rick) Perpich, Joanne (Sergio) Marzaro, Jacqueline (Vito) DeLucia and Denise Caya. Remembered by her stepson George (Kelly) Perpich. Cherished grandma of Jonathan and Kevin, Michael and Katie, Mitchell and Jasmin, Renee and Lisa, and Caroline. Loving sister of the late Ruth Van Slyke, Robert Eckenswiller and William Eckenswiller.
She will be missed by her great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Her faith was the cornerstone of her existence, a wellspring of strength that saw her through life’s trials and tribulations. She walked in faith, a testament to her belief in the power of grace and the importance of trust in the divine. Her life was a living sermon, teaching those around her the value of faith, hope, and love. She was a friend, a mentor, and a confidante, touching the lives of many with her kindness and wisdom. Her home was a sanctuary of warmth and welcome, a place where all were greeted with a smile and an open door, along with a baked good! She lived her life in service to others, embodying the virtues of generosity and selflessness. A funeral service will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at 11:00 am. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Betty’s memory can be made to Mission Services of London or the London Food Bank. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DOMBOKAH, George…

George Dombokah peacefully passed away at Victoria Hospital, London, on Thursday, March 21, 2024 in his 81st year. He was the beloved husband of Annah Dombokah for nearly 55 years. Loving father of Cecil (Emily), Joyce, Edwin (Dorenda), David (Michelle) and Farai. Missed by his daughter-in-law Linda. Cherished grandfather of 14 and great-grandfather of 1. Predeceased by his son Vincent (2023) and his sister Diana Mutepuka. Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 from 12-12:45 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held at 1 pm in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Oakland of Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. In memory of George, sympathy donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S4 or LUSO Community Services 2-1193 Oxford Street East, London, ON N5Y 3M2. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

GREENBECK, Mary Anne Margaret..

(nee Roy)

Mary Anne (Roy) Greenbeck passed peacefully surrounded by her family at Parkwood Hospital, London, on Tuesday, March 12th, 2024, in her 64^th year. Beloved wife for 41 years of Russell Greenbeck. Cherished mother of Jim and John Greenbeck. Dear sister of Susan Roy (Jay Rankin), Jane Roy (Glen Pearson) and Jennifer (Bill) Bellmore. Dear sister in law of Lee Greenbeck and Laurel Frederiksen. Loved by her nieces and nephews Jonah, Adam, Ater, Sam, Nicole, Emily, Abuk, Achan, Max and Madeline. Greatly missed by her family and many friends.

Mary Anne worked over the years as a caregiver of children. She had a simple faith and beauty that enveloped the world that she built around her. She loved people, her friends, family trips, Donny and Marie concerts. Her final weeks were spent taking care of others around her.

The family would like to express special thanks to the caring staff on the palliative unit at Parkwood Hospital and with special mention of thanks to Dr Hahn, her oncologist. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Children’s Miracle Network, Canadian Cancer Society or the Memorial Fund at St. George’s Anglican Church.

Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Friends will be received by the family for visitation at St. George’s Anglican Church, 227 Wharncliffe Road North, London, from 12-1pm on Friday, March 22nd, 2024. The funeral service will follow at 1:00pm, officiated by Reverend Aidan Armstrong. Mary Anne has been cremated and interment will take place at a later date in a private family ceremony at Woodland Cemetery, London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BROWN, Dorothy

Passed away peacefully at Queensway Nursing Home, Hensall. Beloved wife of the late William Brown. Dear mother of Wesley (Emily), Anne (Paul) and Tammy Lynn. Loving grandmother to 10 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchild. Predeceased by her children Thomas, Wendy and Sharon and grandson Terry. Dorothy will be lovingly remembered by many extended family members and friends. In keeping with Dorothy’s wishes, a private funeral service was held, and she was laid to rest in Woodland Cemetery, London. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. . Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

JANOSCHEK, Ilona

 A life well lived, IIona Janoschek of London, Ontario in her 99th year. Predeceased by her partner and husband of 48 years, Klaus D. Janoschek (2014), and her parents Willy Albert Reichert and Clara Elisia Kuhnke. Ilona was employed by Bell Canada for 12 years and Public Works Canada for 20 years as an accountant. She was an arts and music enthusiast, enjoying opera, theatrical performances and concerts. She enjoyed entertaining visitors talking of her many worldwide travel adventures with her beloved husband Klaus. Ilona will be missed by family in Germany and friends. Friends will be received on Friday, March 15, 2024 from 10:00 am until 11:00 am at the A Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London prior to the funeral that will be conducted at 11:00 am in the funeral chapel. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the London Health Sciences Foundation or The University of Western Ontario, Faculty of Music. Online condolences, memories and  photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WETHEY, BEVERLEY…..

Beverley June Wethey (Stothers) passed away peacefully of natural causes in her 96th year in her long term care residence on March 9th, 2024 with her family visiting her from London and beyond. Bev was the daughter of the late Marian & Rupert Stothers, dear wife of the late David H. Wethey, wonderful mother of Peter (Karen) Wethey, Carloyn (Terry) Dillon, Bruce (Lisa) Wethey, very caring grandmother to seven (Joshua, Aaron, Jessica, Delaney, Holly, Olivia, Sarah), great grandmother to 5 (Lezley, Chloe, Hailey, Jackson, Owen), dear sister of the late Dr. Robert J. Stothers and the late Mary Bailey (late William (Bill). Bev enjoyed a life of travel with her family, especially camping throughout North America…Algonguin Park will miss a great admirer and friend. She loved gardening and took great pride in her immaculate gardens. Bev was a fiercely independent woman and would rarely ask for assistance, if she asked, you knew she really needed your help. Her years of tireless volunteer work (e.g. Unitarian Service Committee) demonstrated her compassionate foundation. She was an avid bridge player, you better have known your bridge game if you played with Bev. She was a religious soul who enjoyed her time with the congregation of St. James Westminster Anglican Church in London. Bev will be sadly missed by many family and friends.

As per Beverley’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral. A private interment will be held with family. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society on her behalf are welcome. Cancer took her dear husband from her much too early. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BAIN, John…
It is with sadness yet joy (to be with the Lord), that we announce the passing of John Bain, on Monday, March 4th, 2024, at the age of 70. John was a professor for many years. He worked as an announcer on the radio and had also been a customs inspector for the federal government in Windsor, Ontario. He was a good man, and a dear friend to Maria. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, London, Ontario. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
-Love, Maria