Services & Obituaries

BARNETT, William J. (Will)
Unexpectedly on Monday, March 9, 2015 William J. (Will) Barnett of London in his 56th year. Beloved husband of Deborah (Schaefer) Barnett. Dear father of son Ryan William and daughter Jessica Lynn. Also loved by his grandson Liam. Dear son of Bob and Doreen Barnett of London. Dear brother of Thom Barnett and uncle of Jessica Alexandra of London. Survived by his partner Kelly Brouwer and her son Cody. William will also be sadly missed by his large family of Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and his many friends and co-workers. A private family visitation was held in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, cremation has taken place.
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The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday, May1st at the A. Milllard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. An open masonic service under the auspices of Centennial Lodge No. 684 A.F. & A.M. will be held in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London Friday, May 1st at 6:30 p.m. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 2nd, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at St. James Westminster Church, 115 Askin Street, London, ON. Interment of cremated remains in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to: The Organization for Bipolar Affective Disorders, 1019 – 7th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2P 1A8. – OR – The Scottish Rite Charitable Foundation (for London Learning Centre), 453 Dufferin Avenue, London, ON N6B 1Z7. Online condolences, memories and photographs accepted at www.amgfh.com and William Barnett’s facebook page.

CHENG, Shoi-Ling….

With great sadness we announce the passing of Shoi-Ling Cheng of London, in her 89th year. Beloved wife of Yuen Cheng for over 68 years. Much loved mother of Hector Cheng, Anita Ma (Benson), Bobby Cheng (Linda), Angela Law (Joseph), Virna Yuen (Raymond), Kelvin Cheng (Susie), Candice Herold (Rob). Proud grandmother of Judy, Hokit (Julianna), Fritz (Jennifer), Jacky, Cedrin, Bill (Ruby), Wendy, Gary, Sara (David), Loudon, Winston, Geneva and great-grandmother of Savey, Xavier, Sawyer, Trinity. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (9 – 10 a.m.) on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London ON, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at 10 a.m. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Community Care Access Centre of London & Middlesex “CACC”, 356 Oxford Street West, London, ON N6H 1T3. On-line condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

STYLES, Mary….

Peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2015, Mary “Moe” (Kiernan) Styles in her 72nd year. Beloved wife of the late Peter Styles (2014) for 51 years. Loved mother of Suzette (Byron) Styles-Philipson, Carl (Jackie) Styles, and Michelle (Mark) Ansara all of London. Cherished Nan of Chris, Brittany, Ryan, Brandon and Chase. Dear sister of Kevin (Wilma) Kiernan and sister-in-law of Ron Morgan. Predeceased by her sister Pat Morgan. Also loved and remembered by her many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the 83 Masters and her caregiver Tasia for all the support provided. Cremation has taken place. A memorial gathering will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2015 from 7-9pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home – Reception Centre, 60 Ridout Street South, London (located on the south east corner of the parking lot). As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3 or the Canadian Mental Health Association Middlesex, 534 Queens Avenue, London, ON, N6B 1Y6. Online condolences memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SHANKLIN, Randolph Derrick

Surrounded by his family, at Victoria Hospital, London, on Saturday, March 7, 2015, the family announces the peaceful passing of Randy Shanklin in his 67th year. Beloved husband of Kim (Levy) Shanklin for 25 years. Dearly loved father of Hilary and Ashley Shanklin. Missed by his furry companion Toffee. Much loved brother of Wendy Louise (Peter) Lenders of Ilderton and Brenda Lynn Shanklin of London. Also survived by his mother-in-law Norma Levy and “Nan” Marion Webb both of St. Marys, brother-in-law Ken (Barb) Levy, St. Marys and sister-in-law Karen (Mark) Mace, Stratford. Predeceased by his parents George and Evelyn Shanklin of Ilderton. Randy will be fondly remembered by his family, friends and neighbours. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, March 15, 2015, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday, March 16th, at 11 a.m. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON, N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Marsh, Betty Doreen (Wise)….
At Victoria Hospital, London on Friday March 6, 2015 , Betty Doreen (Wise) Marsh, in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late John Cowman Marsh. Loving mother of John (Paulina) of Vancouver, Bradley (Patty) of Ottawa, and Paul (Carol) of London. Dear sister of James (Penny) Wise and the late Gordon Wise. Predeceased by her brothers-in-law and sister-in-law; the late William and his wife Audrey Marsh and Frank Marsh. Loved by her grandchildren, Joshua, Rachel, Anna, Erik, Patrick, Victoria, Madeline, Jennifer and Harrison. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday March 10, 2015 from 7pm – 9pm, at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, London. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday March 11, 2015 at 1:30pm, at St. Michaels & All Angels Anglican Church, 397 Springbank Drive, London with a visitation one hour prior to the service, with Archdeacon K. Sam Thomas and Reverend Canon Dr. Kevin George officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 633 Colborne Street #150, London, Ontario N6B 2V3.Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HORTON, Edward Harper…

Surrounded by family at Chelsey Park Long Term Care, on Friday, March 6, 2015, Edward Horton in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Danena (MacPhail) Horton. Dear father of Malcolm Horton (Debra), Ed Horton (Suzanne), Carl Horton (Linda), Bill Horton (Barb) and Donald Horton all of London. Loved grandfather of Clifton, Kathy, Jacqueline, Lukas, Christy, Matthew, Kristie, Paul, Matthew and Stephanie and great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Caroline Keeling (James). Predeceased by an infant son John Horton and daughter Carol Adeline Martin. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, March 11th from 12:00- 1:00 p.m at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where a memorial service will follow in the chapel at 1 p.m. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London, 435 Windermere Rd, London, ON N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BUCK, Wilfred Maurice….

Passed away peacefully with his beloved wife, Shirley, at his side, on Wednesday March 4, 2015 at Riverview Gardens, Chatham Ontario, in his 91st year. Loving father to Wendy (Ken) Dunn of Texas. Cherished Grandpa to Justin (Josephine) Comiskey of Pennsylvania and Rosalyn Jenkin of Texas. Great Grandpa to Andrew and Addison Comiskey. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his sister Sylvia Metcalfe. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Cremation has taken place. In memory of Wilf, donations may be made to the Arthritis Society at 400 York Street, London Ont, N6B 3N2. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HUGHES, Lynda

Peacefully with her husband by her side at Parkwood Hospital on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, Lynda (Dalrymple) Hughes of Strathroy and formerly of London, in her 69th year. Beloved wife of Gary Hughes for 50 years. Cherished mother of Shawna Dart of Cambridge and Wendy Palmer and her husband Jason of Strathroy. Proud Nanny of Nathan and Emily. The family would like to thank family, friends and staff at Parkwood Hospital – Palliative Care for their kindness and compassion. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Sunday, March 8, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A celebration of Lynda’s life will be held at the Church of St. Andrew Memorial, 55 Foxbar Road, London ON N6C 2A6 on Monday, March 9, 2015 at 11:00 am. Spring interment in Kintore Presbyterian Cemetery, Kintore, Ontario. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Church of St. Andrew Memorial – Memorial Fund, or London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON N6C 2R6 or Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Bechard (nee Dunn), Beverley ……

Suddenly on Tuesday March 3, 2015, at University Hospital, at the age of 69. Loving sister of Lorraine Triance. Predeceased by her sister Carolyn MacDonald. Survived by her nephews Shawn Triance, Chris Rowles and their families. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, London (519-433-5184). Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WILLITS, James…..

Surrounded by his family at Victoria Hospital, London, on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, James Willits of London in his 30th year. Beloved father of Nevaeh. Loving son of Dan and Cathy Willits. Cherished brother of Elizabeth. Dearly missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. The family would like to thank family, friends and the staff at Victoria Hospital for their kindness and compassion. A memorial gathering will be held on Sunday, March 8, 2015 from 1-4pm, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. You may join us in wearing a little blue, to honour James. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Canadian Mental Health Association – Middlesex, 534 Queens Avenue, London, ON N6B 1Y6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com