Services & Obituaries

Trickett, Karen Louise..
Passed away peacefully at home, with family at her side, on Sunday January 4, 2015, in her 71st year. Beloved wife of Mr. Michael Trickett. Loving mother of Melissa (Stephen) Gillson, Christine Trickett, and Marcie (Steve) Hough. Cherished grandma of 6 and great grandma of 4. Sadly missed by her sister Debbie (Ross) Horton. Survived by several nieces, nephews and extended family. Karen enjoyed her times with the ladies in her card club and also her time at the slots. Visitation will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, on Tuesday, January 6, 2015 from 2-4pm & 7-9pm, where the funeral service will take place on Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at 1 pm. Cremation to follow. Donations in Karen’s memory may be made to The Lung Association. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

PIOTTO, Amber Lynn…

Passed away peacefully with her mother by her side at Victoria Hospital, London, in her 38th year. Cherished daughter of Patricia Board of London and Donald (Kim) of Sudbury. She will be dearly missed by her special companion Godfre. Goddaughter of loving god parents, Gary and Nelly Piotto of London. Waiting for her are her grandparents; Charles Board of Northbay, Gwendolyn and Peter Ross of Markstay and Lino and Margie Piotto of Coniston. Amber will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by her many cousins and friends. A heartfelt thank you to the staff and medical team on the Dialysis Unit at Victoria Hospital for all their compassion and excellent care. A special thank you to Dr. Pol Dulay . Amber will be remembered for her laughter, her funny sense of humor and her beautiful soul. Cremation has taken place. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donation may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, Southwestern Ontario Chapter, 785 Wonderland Road South, Suite 203, London, ON N6K 1M6 or Victoria Hospital Foundation – Nephrology Renal Dialysis Fund # 85-430-01, 747 Base line Road, East, London, ON N6C 2R6. A. Millard George entrusted with Funeral Arrangements (519) 433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MATTHEWS, Fran…..

At Parkwood Hospital, London on Friday, January 2, 2015, Frances “Fran” Matthews in her 74th year. Loving sister of Deanna Schuster, David Matthews and Steven Matthews and his wife Lynne all of London. Cherished aunt of Jacqueline (Wendy), Michelle, Chris (Kathy), Lisa (Ben), Dean and great-aunt of Dylan, Tyson, Desmond and Isla. Predeceased by her parents Leo Matthews and Betty Matthews-McCutcheon. With a fierce love of life Fran passed graciously while surrounded by family. Her loving nature touched countless lives and will be remembered with the utmost affection as she made her way in this world enriching every life she added her special touch to. The family would like to thank the staff at Parkwood Hospital for their care and compassion. A celebration of Fran’s life will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East London, ON N6C 2R6 or The War Amps, 2827 Riverside Drive, Ottawa ON K1V 0C4. Cremation arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MCINROY, Mary Margaret

Passed away peacefully at Westmount Gardens Long Term Care, London on January 1, 2015, in her 91st year. Mary will be fondly remembered by her nephew Ian McInroy, his wife Brenda, their daughter Bailey and son Connor, all from Thornton, ON, for her love of life, music, traveling and all God’s creatures. Mary will be sadly missed by her companion Charles Carmichael. Mary was proud of her career in nursing, graduating from the Toronto General Hospital School for Nurses in 1946 and later getting a degree in nursing education from the University of Western Ontario. She was a nurse for more than 30 years and brought laughter, knowledge and friendship to all who were fortunate enough to know her. Mary was predeceased by her much-loved brother Alexander McInroy (August 2005) and his wife Jean (October 2010) of Barrie, ON. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior to the 1 p.m. memorial service on Monday, January 12, 2015, A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON, N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DOWNIE, Bob……

Peacefully surrounded by family at University Hospital, London, on Monday, December 29, 2014, Robert “Bob” Downie in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Mary (Melloni) Downie (2001). Loving father of Mary Lynn Hill (Don), John Downie (Josee Mailloux), Dale Downie (Joyce), Carol Pepino (Doug) and Janet Downie (Michael Blow). Proud grandfather of Sean (Lisa), Andrew (Jenny), Katie (Brian), Stephanie (Richard), Suzanne (Scott), and Ian (April) and great-grandfather Owen, Amy, Tristen, and Avery. Dear brother of Ken Downie (Norma). Missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brothers Bill and Gerry. The family would like to thank the staff at Richmond Woods Retirement Wellness Centre for their patience and kindness. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Sunday, January 4, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The celebration of Bob’s life will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday, January 5, 2015 at 11 am. A private family interment in St. Peter’s Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3 or Lung Association, 639 Southdale Road East, London, ON N6E 3M2. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Marion Ruth Mitchell…

April 1932 – December 28, 2014 Passed into the presence of her lord at home surrounded by family. Marion was the only child of Edward and Myrtle (Askey) Mitchell. Myrtle died in 1943. In 1945 her father married a widow, Edith (Bayley) Heaman, who had a daughter Helen and son Harold. Marion attended S.S.16 Westminster, Scottsville, Beal, and later in 1968 Man Power, to complete her High School. At 16 she went to work at Richmond Hosiery later Lyons of London at Glencoe and U.W.O., Faculty of Nursing, clerk 3. She lived with Miss L. Graham for 20 years in Glencoe. Marion Retired in 1991. Grandparents Joseph and Lizzie Mitchell shared the home with Ed. Myrtle and Marion. Often gramps would play the violin or read her Bible Stories. All her life she enjoyed her dogs, who were loved and trained, especially the Cairns. Her interests were: handwork, visiting, travelling Canada and U.S.A. listening to different kinds of music, reading, eating out, yard sale and bargains, her car and own home. She enjoyed the time spent at Hamilton Road Seniors and Kiwanis Seniors (food and friendship). Many happy times were spent with Jack and Jean McPherson and their family. Marion appreciated and was thankful for many, who have been a help and comfort over the years especially the last four months. Survived by Helen MacPherson, Grace Heaman son David and Bernie Gardner daughter Suzan and cousins across Canada. Predeceased her grandparent and parents, her step-brothers Harold Heaman and Tomas Gardner and her brother-in-law LaVerne MacPherson. The Mitchells’ moved from Tillbury area to Lambeth area 100 years ago. Friends will be received by the family from 2 – 5pm on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be conducted at Westview Baptist Church, 1000 Wonderland Road South, London on Friday, January 2, 2015 at 11am with Reverend David Norton, Officiant. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the London Humane Society, 624 Clark Road, London ON, N5V 3K5 or Mission Services of London, 415 Hamilton Road, London, ON, N5Z 1S1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

PRENTICE, Al….

Peacefully surrounded by his family at University Hospital, London, on Sunday, December 28, 2014, Alvin “Al” Prentice of London in his 91st year. Beloved husband of Ruth (Steiner) Prentice for 63 years. Loving father of Bev Prentice and her husband Bill Russell, David Prentice and his wife Valerie Hobson, Lynn Prentice, and Brian Prentice and his partner Kim Ethier. Cherished Poppa of Lucas, Andrea, Michael, Katherine, Dave, Mitchell and Ben. Dear brother-in-law of Lillian Prentice. Fondly remembered by Lisa. Predeceased by his brothers Bruce and Mervin Prentice. The family would like to thank the staff at Longworth Retirement Residence for their kindness. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Tuesday, December 30, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The Celebration of Al’s life will be held at Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1 Frank Place (at Wellington Road), London ON N6C 1W1 on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at 11 am. Private family interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church – Memorial Fund or the charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

O’BRIEN – ‘LING’, Ann…

Ann passed away at University Hospital, London, on Sunday, December 27, 2015, at the age of 92 with her daughter Anita by her side. Dear mother of Anita Ling of London and June Bancroft (George) of Cornwall. Also loved by her grandchildren Amy (Chris) and Michael (Alyssa) and will also be missed by her great-grandson Jacob. Much thanks is given to the 5th floor nursing staff at Chelsey Park for the wonderful care and compassion shown mom throughout her stay. A celebration of Ann’s life will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to 4 The Luv of Luna Cat Rescue, R.R. 3 Thedford, ON., N0M 2N0. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

LACROIX, Pearl Evelyn…
Peacefully, surrounded by family at Parkwood on Saturday, December 27, 2014, Pearl (Beal) Lacroix of London in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late George E. Lacroix (1979). Loving mother of Lucille Hanna and her husband Don of Fergus, Sandra Carere and Michael Lacroix and his wife Robin all of London. Proud gramma of Robert Hanna of Cambridge, Michelle Hanna of Fergus, Jennifer Naus and her husband Ben of London, Jon Emsley of London and great-gramma of Robert Hanna and his wife Michaela of Cambridge, Travis Hanna of Fergus, Andrew and Louis Naus of London. Also survived by her sisters-in-law Eileen Beal of Fergus and Irene Beal of London. Pearl will be fondly remembered and missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister Helen Munroe and her husband Bert and her brothers Howard and Ralph Beal. The family would like to thank the medical team and volunteers of the Palliative Care unit at Parkwood Hospital. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Friday, January 2, 2015 at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where a Memorial Service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at 11am. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London ON. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborn Street, London, ON, N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com