Services & Obituaries

Rowlands, Mary Agnes…
Passed away peacefully on Monday, March 2, 2015 at University Hospital in her 85th year.Beloved wife of the late Thomas Rowlands. Loving mother of Elaine (Jim) Wake, and Patricia (Keith) Weatherby. Predeceased by her son Robert J Rowlands.Cherished Grandma of James, Jonathan , Ruth and Tammy. Survived by her brother John K Fountain. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday March 5, 2015 at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London , from 2-4pm & 6-8pm. Funeral service will be held at Open Door Christian Fellowship, 940 Dundas Street, London on Friday, March 6 at 11am. Interment at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens to follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Heart & Stroke Foundation, 633 Colborne Street, Suite 180, London, Ontario N6B 2V3, or charity of your choice will be appreciated.
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West, Helen Kathleen….

Helen Kathleen West (nee Lockridge) passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2015. Her intellect, common sense, sense of humour and abundance of loving stayed with her throughout a very difficult and lengthy period of ill health. Relatives and friends were a great help in maintaining her disposition in spite of what she was enduring. Helen was very accomplished in many areas: notably motherhood, witness sons Mike and Paul; community involvement for which shewas named to the Wingham Sport Wall of Fame for her efforts in getting the first swimming pool; and establishing and supervising the Lockridge Midget Hockey Tournament in honour of her father, Walter. Her employment record included CKNX Wingham where she and husband Roger met. Their love of travel started with the 1972 Hockey series in Moscow and saw family visits in Europe and throughout North America. Her kind heart and warmest smile will always be missed. A very proud Grandmother, Helen is survived by her husband Roger West, her sons Michael and Donna Fleury (Kamloops) and Paul and Susan Fleury (London); a number of cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren and many supportive relatives. Cremation has taken place. Helen’s Life will be celebrated on Saturday, March 14th from 2-5pm in the Reception Centre at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on the southeast side of the parking lot. Those wishing to make a donation in honour of Helen can do so to the Boys and Girls Club of London, 184 Horton Street, London ON N6K 1K8 or other charity for youth. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with cremation arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CAIN, Leslie John Sr…

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London, on February 27, 2015, Leslie Cain in his 94th year. Beloved husband of the late Rose Cain for 52 years. Cherished father of John Cain and his wife Janet of England and Leslie Cain and his wife Gayle of Minnesota. Proud grandfather of Lauren, Rhiannon and Leslie “Adam” Cain. Dear brother of Emily, George, David, Gladys, Doris, Robert, Winnifred and Mary Ann Beatrice “Mabs”. He will be lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews and especially by his niece Lesley. Leslie joined the Navy at 17 years of age on an armed merchant cruiser during World War 11 and served and saw action throughout World War 11. Cremation has taken place. There will be no service. Donations in lieu of flowers to World Vision Canada, 1 World Drive, Mississauga, ON L5T 2Y4 are greatly appreciated. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with cremation arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Robert “Bob” Douglas Morrison….
Robert “Bob” Douglas Morrison, beloved husband of Maxalea for 51 years, passed away at home on Monday, February 23, 2015, at the age of 77.
Cherished father of Shelly, Kimberly and Rob. Doting Papa of Adriene, Brittany, Andrew, Kayla, Mitchell, Grant, Shea and Max. Adored great grandfather of Kaiden.
Dear brother of Jim (Diane) Morrison. Son of Mabel Morrison (predeceased).
Survived by several nieces and nephews.
Bob was friends to many and loved by all.
Although he was born in Montreal, he grew up a star hockey player in Fredericton, New Brunswick, and then moved back to Quebec to play junior hockey for the Noranda Copper Kings. After he moved to London, he played for numerous junior and senior teams. He was a fixture in the East London Manufacturers Hockey League in the 1970s, dominating the blue line on Saturday afternoons at the old London Gardens.
Bob was a steam and pipe fitter for over 40 years and worked on significant industrial projects around Southwestern Ontario. He retired from Beta Foods in 2002.No visitation or service is planned. As an expression of sympathy, please consider making a donation to the London Regional Cancer Program at, 790 Commissioners Road East, P.O. Box 5165, London, Ontario N6A 4L6 or to the Lung Associaction ,639 Southdale Road East, London, ON N6E 3M2.
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ANGER, Frank……

At University Hospital, London on Monday, February 23, 2015, Frank Anger of London in his 80th year. Loving son of Evelyn Linsley and the late Murray Anger. Cherished father of Tanya Anger and Christina Cruse. Proud grandpa of Natasha, Damon, Bailey, Lily and great-grandpa of Isaac and Xavier. Very dearly missed by Chantal Matheson. Dear brother of Elgin Anger (Rose) and Patricia Ellinger. Also missed by many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Frank’s life will be held on Monday, March 2, 2015 at 1 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Arthritis Society, 400 York Street, Suite 2004, London ON N6B 3N2 or Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MACAULAY, Edith Frances….

Peacefully in the presence of family, at McCormick Home, London, on Thursday, February 19, 2015, Edith (Bullas) Macaulay, in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late John ‘Jack” H. Macaulay (1994). Much loved mother of Elizabeth “Bette” Macaulay, Gwen Laskey , Ken Macaulay (Cathy), Madeline Macaulay and Jeanne Poole (Mark). Proud grandmother of Louise (Tidi), David (Shirley), Sandra (Peter), Steven (Jill), Jody (Scott), Rob (Kim), Laura (Craig), Sarah (Darryl), Adrienne (Jay), Peter and Heather (Scott) and dearly loved by her eleven great-grandchildren. Edith will be missed by her sister Lily Bishop. Predeceased by her sister Madeline (Martin) Hendel, her brothers George (Grace) and Leonard; her brother-in-law Harry Bishop and sons-in-law Bill Laskey, Pete Knowles and Tony Giles. Edith will be fondly remembered by her many relatives and friends. The family wishes to express their gratitude for the care and compassion provided by the staff at McCormick Home. Reunited at last with her beloved Johnny. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (12:30-1:30pm) on Tuesday, February, 24th at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at 1:30pm. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London ON. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to McCormick Home Foundation, 2022 Kains Road, London, ON N6K 0A8. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MELLOR: (Muma) (Chambers) Jean L……
At University Hospital, London on Wednesday, February 18, 2015 Jean L. (Muma) (Chambers) Mellor of London in her 91st year. Beloved wife of J. Lloyd Mellor and the late Ronald W. Chambers (May 1997). Dear mother of James N. (Jim) Chambers and his partner Cindy L. Jenkins of London and Reverend Dr. Steven J. Chambers and his wife Reverend Beth Hayward of Vancouver, BC. Loving grandmother of John, Leah and Anna Chambers. Beyond her own family, Jean cared greatly for Lloyd’s family, her church community and a wide circle of friends. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 18, 2015 from 9:30 am until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 am at Calvary United Church, 290 Ridout Street South, London. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London, Ontario. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Trustees of Calvary United Church,290 Ridout Street South, London, ON N6C 3Z1, McCormick Home Foundation, 2022 Kains Road, London, ON N6K 0A8 or charity of one’s choice. On-line condolences, memories and photographs accepted at www.amgfh.com

BUIE: Diane passed away suddenly on Monday, February 16, 2015 at the Collingwood General & Marine Hospital in her 73rd year. Beloved wife of Bruce. Proud and loviing mother of Melanie Blanchard (Mark) and John Buie (Ivy). Forever cherished nana of Carter & Georgia. Diane is survived by her brother George (Barb) Smallman. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Friends will be received at Fawcett Funeral Home – Collingwood Chapel on Wednesday, February 18, 2015
from 7-9 p.m. and on Thursday, February 19, 2015 from 7-9 p.m. at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Funeral service will take place on Friday, February 20, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel at A. Millard George Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Friends may visit Diane’s online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com or online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MASON, Robert Charles “Ross”..
Suddenly, on Monday February 16, 2015, at home with his beloved wife Joanne at his side, Ross passed away in his 76th year.
Loving father of Deborah of London and Stephanie of Halifax. Sadly missed by his brother Paul (Gloria). Greatly missed by brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law and their families.
Predeceased by his parents Jessie and Harold and siblings Marg, Mona and Bill.
Friends and family will be received by the family at Siloam United Church, 1240 Fanshawe Park Road E, London on Friday February 20, 2015 from 3pm-4pm followed by a memorial service at 4pm.
In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to the Alzheimer’s Society London & Middlesex, 435 Windemere Road, London Ontario N5X2T1 www.alzheimerlondon.ca or
Lupus Ontario, 2900 John Street, Suite 301, Markham Ontario L3R 5G3, www.lupusontario.org , or Siloam United Church.
Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home.
Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MORLEY, Eileen Hilda…

Peacefully at University Hospital, London, ON, on Saturday, February 14, 2015, Eileen Hilda Morley of London in her 87th year. Predeceased by beloved husband Desmond Eric Morley. Dear Mother of Douglas Morley and his wife Marie-Paule of London; Carolyn Hennessy and her husband Rick of Barrie; Lorraine Isbister and her husband Bob of Markham; Donna Robertson and her husband Jim of Cobourg; and Sheila Davies and her husband Ken of London. Dear grandmother of Steven, Andrea, Sean, Kevin, Pamela, Scot, Todd, Keefer, Joshua and Tylere. Dear great grandmother of Matthew, Clara and a new great granddaughter due April 2015. Dear sister of Gladys Morley of Halifax, NS. Predeceased by her parents Samuel and Hilda May Standeven, her sister Edna Taylor and brothers Alfred and Ronald and her niece, Lois Caron. The family would like to thank the staff of University Hospital for all their care and attention. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at St. James Westminster Anglican Church, 115 Askin Street, London on Friday, March 20, 2015 at 11:00am with Reverend Dr. Gary Nicolosi officiating with the assistance of Reverend Keith Fleming. A private family inurnment of cremated remains will be held in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street, North, London, ON N6B 3H8 or the Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy, 1630 Lawrence Avenue West, Suite 104, Toronto, ON M6L 1C5. A. Millard George Funeral Home, London entrusted with arrangements (519-433-5184). Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com