Services & Obituaries

PEMBLETON, Donald N……..

At Kensington Village, London, on Wednesday, February 4, 2015 Donald N. (Dan) Pembleton of London in his 96th year. Beloved husband of Lela L. (Romphf) Pembleton. Dear father of D. Keith Pembleton and his wife Carolyn of London. Predeceased by his 4 brothers Bill, Jack, Glen and George, his 5 sisters Anna Romphf, Lillian Adams, Nellie Ridgewell, Orabelle Patterson and Betty Hyatt and his grandson Edward Pembleton. Also loved by his 2 grandchildren Michael Pembleton and Krista Jo Pembleton (fiance Chris Groulx) of London, his great-granddaughters Katie, Windsor, Jordon, Jennifer, Jordon and Julieanna and his nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family on Friday, February 6, 2015 from 2-4 & 7-9pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 10am with interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com A masonic service under the auspices of Union Lodge No. 380 A.F. & A.M. will be conducted at the funeral home on Friday, February 6ht at 6:30 p.m.

BALLETT, Barbara….
On Tuesday February 3, 2015 at Westmount Gardens, Barbara (nee Kempton) Ballett of London in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late of Frederick Ballett (2008) for 62 years. Loving mother of Anne Kupery and Alan Ballett, both of London. Cherished Nanna of Dianne Kupery (George Small) of Dundas and Jason Kupery (Maria) of Cochrane , AB. Proud great-grandma of Galen and Everett Small and Sadie and Jude Kupery. Dearly missed by many nieces and nephews in England and Wales. Predeceased by her parents Frederick (1973) and Violet (1988) Kempton. Serving in the Civilian Children Nursing Profession during World War II, she lived and worked in London, England throughout the “Blitz” and the V1 and V2 rocket attacks. She immigrated to Canada with her husband and family 1957. Barbara was involved for a numbers of years in the Woodstock and District Boy Scout Ladies Auxiliary and was a Past President and Executive Board Member. A Celebration of Life will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home Reception Center, 60 Ridout Street South, (Building on SE corner of lot) on Saturday February 7, 2015 from 10am-12 pm.As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Salvation Army 281 Wellington Street, London, Ontario N6B 2L4 or at www.salvationarmy.ca Online condolences, memories and photographs can be shared at www.amgfh.com

RODRIGUES: Dolores Christine…
Passed away surrounded by love, on Sunday February 1st, 2015, at Victoria Hospital, London, at the age of 75. Beloved wife of Fabio Rodrigues. Loving mother of Rosanna (Brian) Tremblay, Jesse (Katie) Vieira, Deborah (Dan) Forler, Adele (Gord) Graham, Donna Rodrigues, and Diane Rodrigues. Cherished Granny of Taunya, Keegan, Tom, Michelle, Brandon, Kayleigh, Abby, Jon, Amanda Daniel, Miguel, and great grandson Miguel. Sadly missed by sisters Ludy Fairbairn, Stella Gonsalves, and her special cousin Jean Edghill.
In-Laws Joseph Faria, Noami Faria, Lorraine Vieira. Uncle Charles Gonsalves, and several nieces and nephews and extended family.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday February 7th, 2015 at 1pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home Reception Center, 60 Ridout Street, London, situated in the NE corner of the lot. Donations in memory of Dolores may be made at VON Middlesex Elgin at 100-1151 Florence Street – London, Ontario, N5W 2M7 or online at www.vonmiddlesexelgin.com
Cremation has taken place. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

FARR, Violet Emma…

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Saturday, January 31, 2015. Violet (Bieman) Farr in her 104th year. Beloved wife of the late Reverend Canon Maurice H. H. Farr. Cherished mother of The Reverend Canon Michael D. H. Farr and his wife Kathleen of Kincardine. Proud Gramma of David Farr and his wife Elizabeth Skakoon of South Korea and Saturna Island B.C. and Heather Farr and her husband Chris Maley and great-gramma to Ainsleigh of Ottawa. Will be remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister Lavina Rahn, Lisette Winkler, Lunella Riggin, Lauretta Phaff, Ruth Sinclair and her brothers Daniel, Arthur, Isidor and Roy Bieman. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 pm on Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 5, 2015 at 11:00 am at St. Luke’s Anglican Church (Broughdale), 1204 Richmond Street, London. Spring interment in Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Durham, ON. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to St. Luke’s Anglican Church (Broughdale), The Primate’s World Relief & Development Fund or charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WILCOX, Vicki Lynn …

Her family sadly announces her passing at Victoria Hospital on Friday, January 30, in her 65th year. Predeceased by her father Ray Giles and mother Pat. Survived by her loving husband John “John Boy”, son Dax (partner Sandy) and daughter Tori (partner Josh). Nana to Cole. She will be missed by all her family; Judy and Brydon and Jill and Tom of London, Pat and Jack of Dundas, nieces Kara and Lauren, nephews Alex and Lauch. Vicki started her hairdressing career at the young age 16 and built a hugely loyal following of customers, many who became special friends. Vicki and John were known for opening their home to friends and family; the laughter and good times that were shared around a table of Vicki’s prime rib feasts and the “Wilcox Experience” will always be remembered. Vicki will be remembered for her unconditional love of her family. Heartfelt thanks from all the family to the doctors and nurses at Victoria hospital, particularly the staff on the 9th floor Orthopedic unit. Cremation has taken place. A private celebration of Vicki’s life will be held at a later date.
Donations in Vicki’s memory can be made to: The Jill Wilcox Foundation www.jillstable.ca/jill-wilcox-foundation/ or cheques can be made to: Gift Funds Canada Foundation #0285 and mailed to: The Jill Wilcox Foundation, 115 King Street, London, Ontario, N6A 1C3. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements (519) 433-4184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DE VOS, Cornelis Adrianus Maria “Casey”….

It is with much sadness and great love that the family announces the sudden passing of Casey de Vos Senior, on Wednesday, January 28, 2015, in his 69th year. Beloved father of Adrian De Vos and Casey De Vos (Kendra Aronson). Proud Grandfather of Celina McDonald and Jaylynn De Vos. Dear brother of Jane Lagerwef, Anja de Vos, Margaret McPherson, Marian Russel, Cobia Congdon-Stiff and Jack de Vos. A heartfelt thank you to the wonderful friends who have been an incredible support though out his journeys; the family is truly grateful to all of them. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by family from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, February, 22nd at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Monday, February 23rd at 11 a.m. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborn Street, London, ON N6B 2V3. On-line condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MURDOCH: Norma Alice…..
With family at her at side, peacefully, on Wednesday January 28, 2015, at Chelsey Park Long Term Care, at the age of 88, Norma slipped away. Beloved wife of John F. Murdoch. Loving mother of Norma Lynn Murdoch of London and Dell Walker and her husband Wayne of Port Franks. Also loved by her two grandchildren Michael (partner Abbey) and Michelle Walker (fiancé Brendon). Dear sister of James Beck and his wife Adeline of Thedford Mines, QC. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Sunday February 1, 2015 from 2-4pm & 7-9 pm. (Visitation only, no service). Cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Society of London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SMITH, Dorothy……

Peacefully with her husband by her side at Chelsey Park Long Term Care, London, on Monday, January 26, 2015, Dorothy (Forsyth) Smith in her 86th year. Beloved wife of Ken Smith for 68 years. Sister-in-law of Chrissie Landers of Kirkland Lake. Dearly missed by her nieces, nephews, cousins in Scotland and friends; Joan and Jim Paquette, Shirley Kelly (the late Bill) and family and Fred and Cheryl Tierney. Predeceased by her brothers Jim, Jack and her parents Thomas and Marjory (Beattie) Forsyth. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (10-11 am) to funeral service being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, South, London, on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 11am. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colbrone Street, London ON N6B 2V3 or London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road, East, London ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CUMMING, Thomas Donald (Don)…..

Thomas Donald (Don) Cumming died unexpectedly while on vacation in Salobrena, Spain, on January 25, 2015. Don is survived by his loving wife and best friend Kathy, daughter Glenda, son Thomas William and beloved grandson Kyle Thomas Cumming, son of Glenda, stepchildren Michele and Aldo Liberatore, Lisa and Peter Kennedy and their children Morgan and Alex Liberatore, Ian and Claire Kennedy. Don is predeceased by his parents William and Annie Cumming of Burnaby B.C., his daughter Catherine Lynn Cumming (2006) and his brother John Murdoch Cumming. Don was born in Williams Lake, B. C. in 1935 and spent his younger years in beautiful British Columbia before transferring to Toronto, then London. Don was a passionate and competitive athlete from a very young age. He excelled in soccer, basketball and lacrosse. He was a member of the PNE Junior Indians Lacrosse team, winning the Canadian National championship in 1954, but his true love was golf. His Dad inspired Don’s passion for golf and together they enjoyed many rounds of golf at the Langara Golf Club in Vancouver. He was a member of Sunningdale Golf and Country Club for 36 years. In the winter months he could be found playing squash at the London Squash and Fitness Club, passing on this passion to his beloved grandson Kyle. Don had a deep love for music and for many years sang Lead with The London Men of Accord Barbershop Harmony Society. Professionally Don worked for Safeco Insurance Company from 1962 until 1976 when he left to open his own general insurance brokerage. He was a member of the London Directors’ Club where he established many new and lasting friendships and business partnerships. Don’s way of giving back was volunteering and fundraising for the MS Society. In lieu of flowers, Don’s family asks that donations be made in his memory to the MS Society, London-Middlesex Chapter, 21 Grosvenor Street,Room # W018A, London, ON N6A 4V2.
We welcome you to join us in a celebration of Don’s life on Thursday, February 5 at 11 am at Sunningdale Golf and Country Club, 465 Sunningdale Road, London. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements (519-433-5184). On-line condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

AUSTIN, Brian….
At University Hospital, London on Saturday, January 24, 2015, Brian Austin in his 65th year. Beloved husband of the late Judith (Allan) Austin (1998). Dear uncle of Kevin Mathers and Kelly Dick. Also missed by his brother-in-law Wayne Allan (Sheila). Cremation has taken place. Private family interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street, North, London ON N6B 3H8 or the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON N6C 2R6. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with cremation arrangements. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com