Services & Obituaries

COXEN, Edith…..

Peacefully surrounded by family at Victoria Hospital, London, Edith (Price) Coxen in her 62nd year. Beloved wife of Bill Coxen. Loving mother of Chris Grealey, Amy Rowswell, Adam Coxen and the late Gabrielle Grealey. Step-mother of Tammy Coxen and the late Terri Coxen. Cherished grandma of Jazzmyn, Ethan, Nolan, Houston, Emily, Christopher, Thomas and Liam. Dearly missed by her sister, mother-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews and their families. Devoted God-mother of Jade and Madison. Edith and Bill enjoyed their life as snowbirds and RVers and she will be missed by her many friends. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Edith’s life will be held on Friday, September 19, 2014 from 5-9pm. Those who wish to attend, please contact the family directly. A private interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 47 Squires Bakers Lane, Markham, ON L3P 3G8. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with cremation arrangements. 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

“You are the wind beneath my wings”

SCOTT, J. Robert….

Peacefully surrounded by his family at University Hospital, London, on Friday, September 12, 2014, Rob Scott in his 68th year. Beloved husband of Pat (Wood) Scott for 42 years. Dear father of Dan (Cindy) and Tracey. Loving brother of Tracey Moore (Steve), and Sherry Paddon (Jim). Predeceased by his brother Rennie (2014). Dear brother -in-law of Eddie (Lorraine), Paul (Mara), Sharon (Dick), Rita (Brian), Rick, Len, Martin, and Mike (Peggy). Missed dearly by his many nieces, nephews and their families. The family would like to thank the staff at Middlesex Terrace and University Hospital, for their care and compassion. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 pm on Tuesday, September 16, 2014, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The Celebration of Rob’s life will be held in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at 11 am, with cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3 or London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Road, London ON N5V 3K5. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

POSPIELOVSKY, Dimitry Professor Emeritus…

Peacefully with his wife by his side at Mount Hope, London, on Friday, September 12, 2014, Professor Dimitry Pospielovsky in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Mirjana (Dobrovich) Pospielovsky. Loving father of Darya Duma and her husband Mark of Mississauga, Andrei Pospielovsky and his wife Caroline Bright of Cairo, Egypt, Bogdan Pospielovsky and Jennifer Venner both of Toronto. Proud dedushka of Anastasia, Zachary, Sophia, Maxim, Alexandra, Katherine, Leya and great-dedushka of Cael. Dear brother of Marianna Jurkeevich and pre-deceased by Olga Mitianin Survived by many nieces and nephews in Montreal, Vancouver, and Annapolis. Dimitry was Professor Emeritus at the University of Western Ontario – Department of History and was a broadcaster and author. Friends will be received by the family on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The Prayer Service will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel, with Father Martin Meitz officiating. The funeral service will be held at the Russian Orthodox Church of Christ the Saviour, 140 Fairview Avenue, London, on Wednesday, September 17, 2014, at 10:30 a.m., with the Very Reverend Vladimir Morin officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Outreach Services of McCormick Home Foundation, 2022 Kains Road, London ON K6K 0A8 or the charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DANIEL: Carol Ann (Banfield)
With heavy hearts and extreme sorrow we announce the peaceful passing of Carol Ann (Banfield) Daniel age 76 years at Victoria Hospital, London on Thursday, September 11th, 2014. Loving wife and best friend of husband George. Beloved mother of Jayne MacKenzie and husband Rob of Fergus. Also loved by her grandchildren Daniel, Katie and Minnie. Predeceased by her son Ken. Cherished sister of Sharon McLeod and husband Sam also John Banfield and wife Lynne. Dear sister-in-law of Joan Parsons (Ron deceased) and Bill and Kay Daniel (Deceased). Remembered by many nieces and nephews, especially Kelly and Laura McLeod. The family will receive friends from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.. Thursday, September 18th at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Friday, September 19th at 1:00 p.m. Interment 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, Canadian Liver Foundation, 1206-383 Richmond Street, London, ON N6A 3C4 or the charity of choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs received at www.amgfh.com

RUDDER: Patricia Anne
Peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, London surrounded by her family on Wednesday, September 10, 2014 Patricia (Snell) Rudder of London in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late James Rudder. Dear mother of Cathy Maxfield, Debbie Irwin (Gary), Tim Rudder (Joanne) and Lorie Dickie (Paul). Dear sister of Lois McLeod (John). Predeceased by her sister Gloria Broadbear and her grandson Michael. Also loved by her grandchildren Christy, Ryan, Ashley, Sarah, Kyle, Alison and Rachael and her nieces and nephews and their families. Cremation has taken place. A gathering will be held at 645 Lauderdale Avenue, London on Sunday, September 28th between 2:00 p.m and 4:00 p.m. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to charity of choice. Interment of cremated remains in Mount Pleasant cemetery. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London entrusted with arrangements (519-433-5184). The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to the staff on 5A North at Parkwood Hospital.

DIEZYN, Nickolas…..

Peacefully at University Hospital, London, on Wednesday, September 10, 2014, Nickolas “Nick Sr.” Diezyn in his 90th year. Beloved husband of Paula Diezyn for 64 years. Proud father of Al Diezyn (Diana), Larry Diezyn, Ed Diezyn (Julie), and Nick Jr. Diezyn (Andrea) all of London. Cherished Deda of Caroline, Sasha, Christien, Stefan, Katie and Natalie. Brother of John Diezyn (Janice). The family would like to thank the staff at University Hospital for their loving care. The funeral service will be held at the Russian Orthodox Church of Christ the Saviour, 140 Fairview Avenue, London, on Friday, September 12, 2014, at 1 pm, with the Very Reverend Vladimir Morin officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Canadian Liver Foundation National Office, Suite 801, 3100 Steeles Avenue East, Markham, ON L3R 8T3 or The Foundation Fighting Blindness (Retinitis Pigmentosa), 890 Yonge St., 12th Floor, Toronto, ON M4W 3P4. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WADE, Teresa…..

Peacefully at the Dearness Home, London, on Tuesday, September 9, 2014, Teresa (Perry) Wade in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Ron Wade (1997). Dear mother of the late Barb Jones (John) and Linda Burdon (Wayne). Proud grandma of Jason (Suzie), Jeff (Paulette), Ed, Greg, Jennifer and her many great-grandchildren. Loving aunt to her nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her siblings Fred, Thelma, Bud, Ivan and Marie. Teresa will be dearly missed and will never be forgotten. Friends will be received by the family from 1-2pm on Friday, September 12, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the Celebration of Teresa’s life will be held in the chapel at 2 pm. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HOTHAM, George….

Peacefully at University Hospital, London, on Sunday, September 7, 2014, George Hotham in his 84th year. Loving brother of Doug Hotham (Norma) of Aurora and Ray Hotham (the late Joan) of London. Dearly missed by his nieces, nephews and their families. George served 5 years in the Royal Canadian Naval Air. He was a proud member of the Royal Canadian Naval Association – London Branch. George was a dedicated fan of the London Nationals Jr. B Hockey and the London Majors Baseball club. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Thursday, September 11, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the Celebration of George’s life will be held in the chapel on Friday, September 12, 2014 at 11 am, with Reverend Herbert S. Summers officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Shearwater Aviation Museum Foundation,
12 Wing, P.O. Box 5000 Stn Main, Shearwater, Nova Scotia, Canada B0J 3A0. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SHACK, Jean…..

Surrounded by her family at Victoria Hospital, London, on Saturday, September 6, 2014, Jean (Mazick) Shack in her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late William Shack (1973). Loving mother of Joyce Shack of Goderich and Ted Shack of London. Predeceased by one brother and three sisters.
Dearly missed by her nieces and nephews. Jean will be missed by her friends at the London Horticultural Society and Alzheimer’s Society. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Monday, September 8, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the Celebration of Jean’s life will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at 1 pm. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Parsons, Reta May…..
Peacefully at Glendale Crossing, London Ontario
Wednesday September 3, 2014, Reta May Parsons in
her 91st year. Loving mother of Glenn Parsons and his wife Elizabeth (Beth) of London and Brenda Parsons and her husband Steve Goodliffe of Portland, Oregon.Proud nana of Jennifer and Steven of London. Dear sister of Kay Goldsworthy, Cecil Smith and his wife Susan, Gerald Smith and sister-in-law of Cyril Stokes of Newfoundland, Rex Smith and his wife May and Oliver Smith of Ontario. Predeceased by her beloved husband Reverend Abel Parsons, her sisters Miriam
Peddle, Rosalind Stokes and her brother Clyde Smith of Newfoundland. The family would like to thank Dr.Whynot, Nurses and Support staff at the Village of Glendale Crossing for their loving care and compassion. A funeral service will be held at the A.Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South London on Tuesday September 9, 2014 at 11 a.m. Friends will be received by the family at 10 a.m. prior to the service. As an expression of sympathy,donations may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children, c/o Mocha Shrine Centre,468 Colborne Street,London, ON N6B 2T3 or to the Charity of Choice. Online condolences,memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com