Services & Obituaries

MUNN, Doreen….

Peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family, on Tuesday, July 29, 2014, Doreen (Pomeroy) Munn of London, in her 80th year, passed away after a short illness. Beloved wife of the late Alvin Munn (1999), and dear mother to the late Bob Munn (2007), and Darlene Silverman (Rick). Loving gramma to Melanie Oulds (Adam), Stephanie Munn, Natasha Stewart (Shawn), Jennifer Arlt (Grant), Amy Williams (Chris Gallagher), Jason Munn, Charles Silverman (Erica), Jen Silverman, Awesomest great-gramma to Tristan, Ethan, Sierra, Darien, Jaden, Gavan, Kasee, Jaxon, Nakya,Tayven, Evelyn and Natalya. Lovingly remembered by her brother John Holcak, her daughter-in-law Elsa Munn, and her sister-in-law Carol Pomeroy. Predeceased by her siblings Gordon Pomeroy, Bill Holcak, and Enid Devine. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Friday, August 1, 2014, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, August 2, 2014 at 10:30 am. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Make-A-Wish – Southwestern Ontario, 307 Commissioners Road West, London, ON, N6J 1Y4 or the charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BLOSDALE, Diana….

Peacefully at the Dearness Home, London, on Tuesday, July 29, 2014, Diana Blosdale of London in her 89th year. Dear daughter of the late Irvine and Dora Blosdale. Survived by many cousins and dear friends. The family would like to thank Magdus and the staff on Walnut Court at the Dearness Home; and Vivian Tillotson for her faithful support and friendship. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 6, 2014 from 12:30 – 1:30 pm, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be held in the chapel at 1:30 pm. Interment in Christ Church Anglican Cemetery, Glanworth, Ontario. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London ON N5X 2T1, St. James Westminster Anglican Church, 115 Askin Street, London ON N6C 1E7 or Christ Church Anglican, 3424 Glanworth Drive, London, ON N6L 1J6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CAINE, Carole….

It is with profound sadness and joy that we mourn the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, Carole (Farley) Caine, in her home, on Monday, July 28, 2014 in her 88th year. Beloved wife of the late George Caine (1985). Cherished mother of Carolyn Boyle (Ron), Cheryl Steeper (Harvey), Pamela Nixon (Gary), Susan Rucchin (Aldo), Laurie King (the late Mark), and Christine Shore (Murton). Proud grandmother of seven grandchildren and great-grandmother of 10 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Dennis Farley (Julie) and the late David Farley. Dearly missed by her nieces and nephews. As a War Bride our mother with one child in hand (Carolyn), crossed the Atlantic in March 1946 to pier 21, a train to London, Ontario; greeted by her husband George and a remarkable life in Canada raising 6 girls. She will be sorely missed by her friends in the building she resided in for the past 15 years. Her devout faith sustained her throughout her life, and she is now resting in peace. Friends will be received by the family from 3-5 pm on Tuesday, August 5, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday, August 6, 2014 at 11 am. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Kiwanis Seniors’ Community Centre, 78 Riverside Drive, London ON N6H 1B4 or the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

KELLY, Gloria….

Surrounded by her family at Parkwood Hospital, Palliative Care Unit, on Wednesday, July 23, 2014, Gloria (Milsom) Kelly in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of Jim Kelly for 62 years. Loving mother of Paul Kelly, Brad Kelly and his wife Phyllis all of St. Albert, Alberta. Tim Kelly and his wife Eleanor, and Scott Kelly all of London. Proud grandma of Jonathan, Katelynn, Megan, Aaron, Josh, Sarah, Michael, and Shannon. Dear sister of Margit Ridgeway and her husband the late Jack. Predeceased by her sister Thelma Sutton and her husband Alan. Greatly missed by her nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the Palliative Care Unit at Parkwood Hospital for their love and care. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm Friday, August 8, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2014 at 10:30 am at Westview Baptist Church, 1000 Wonderland Road South, London, ON N6K 3S4, with Reverend James McGee officiating. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Westview Baptist Church or charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

LaVacca, Flaminio (Tony)……..

Peacefully and surrounded by his family and friends on July 22, 2014 at Victoria Hospital, London in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Cristina (Nella) LaVacca. Dear father of Anthony LaVacca and Robert and Lisa LaVacca. Kind grandfather of Emily. Dear brother of Nicky and Ralph Battaglini of London, Fulvio LaVacca of Tillsonburg and Linda and Donato Ciccarella of Italy. Also loved by his nieces, nephews and many friends. Predeceased by his brother Orlando LaVacca and his three sisters, Rosa Batticuore, Cristina Ripak and Imperia Vendramin. Friends will be received by the family on Friday July 25, 2014 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. from the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be conducted in the chapel of the funeral home on Saturday July 26, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Joseph Dabrowski, officiating. Interment in St. Peters Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

ROCHFORD, Eileen….

Peacefully surrounded by her family at Victoria Hospital, London, on Monday, July 21, 2014, Eileen (France) Rochford in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of Mike Rochford for 63 years. Loving mother of Mike Rochford Jr. of Toronto. Cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the CNIB. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with cremation arrangements. Online condolences, memories and photographs at www.amgfh.com

ROBINSON, Albert……

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Albert E. “Robbie” Robinson at Leacock Care Centre, Orillia on Monday, July 21, 2014 in his 92nd year, formerly of London. Beloved husband of the late Joan (Cobb) Robinson (2010). Loving father of Linda Hamilton and her husband Murray of Colorado Springs, Colorado. Predeceased by his son Bruce Robinson (2011). Dear father-in-law of Nancy Robinson of Bracebridge. Cherished grandpa of Major Justin Hamilton U.S.A.F. (Erika), Phil Robinson (Anna), and Kevin Robinson (Jaime) and great-grandfather of Patten, Isabella, and Charlotte. Predeceased by his parents and his siblings. He served in the R.C.A.F overseas in 419 Sqdn. M.S.9. Yorkshire. He was an avid lawn bowler and was a postman in London for 38 years. He was a life member of King Solomon’s Masonic Lodge No. 378 A.F. & A.M., a 32 degree Scottish Rite Mason and a long time member of Lambeth Legion No. 501 and was a District Scoutmaster for London West District. Friends will be received by the family from 3-5 pm on Sunday, July 27, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A Masonic Service under the auspices of King Solomon’s Lodge No. 378 A. F. & A. M. will be conducted at the funeral home on Sunday evening at 5:30 pm. The funeral service will be conducted at St. James Westminster Anglican Church, 115 Askin Street, London on Monday, July 28, 2014 at 1 pm. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, 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

GRACEY, D. E. Fergus (Gus) Ph.D.
At home, peacefully, with his family by his side, on Friday July 18, 2014, David Edward Fergus Gracey of London, in his 73rd year. Beloved husband and best friend of Estelle (Hunter) Gracey for 46 years. Dear father of
Jacqueline Barrett (Greg) of Sault Ste. Marie, Julia Gracey (Trevor Allibon) of Ottawa and
David Gracey (Alexandra) of London. Dear brother of Margaret Gracey and John Gracey, both of Sydney, Australia and Kathleen Knott (Don) of Mountain View, California. Proud papa of grandchildren Temeara and Gavan Barrett, Evan and Maya Allibon and Lauren Gracey. Lovingly remembered by his entire family and numerous friends. Born in Lurgan, Northern Ireland, Gus emigrated to Canada in 1967 and was a dedicated employee of Labatt’s, in Research and Quality Assurance, for 30 years. Gus, a devoted mason, was proud to represent his lodge as DDGM.
Friends will be received by the family from 2-4pm and 7-9pm on Tuesday July 22, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A Masonic Service under the auspices of Ashlar Lodge No. 610 A.F. & A.M. will be conducted at the funeral home on Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted at Westmount Presbyterian Church, 521 Village Green Avenue, at Wonderland Road, London on Wednesday July 23, 2014 at 3 p.m, with Reverend Michael J. Stol officiating. Cremation, Woodland Crematorium. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to a charity of choice or Westmount Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CREMERS, Charlie Julius….

Peacefully at LHSC on July 17, 2014 in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of the late Lizette (2007) for 61 years. Loving and devoted father of Simonne (Gary) and John (Anne) and a loving grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great grandfather. Survived by relatives living in Belgium. A special thank-you to the wonderful doctors and nurses in the palliative care unit at LHSC. Private inurnment at Woodland Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home (519-433-5184). Any donations to the Children’s Health Foundation, 345 Westminster Ave, London N6C 4V3 in Charlie’s name would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com

SNYDER, Elizabeth……

Peacefully, attended by her daughter Mary Ellen at Strathmere Lodge in Strathroy, Annie Elizabeth Ellen (Ryan) Snyder on Thursday July 17, 2014 in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Robert B. Snyder. Dear mother of Mary Ellen Ferguson of Mount Brydges, Bryan Snyder and his wife Dawna of Komoka and Wayne Snyder and his wife Eleanor of Sherwood Park, Alberta. Dear sister of Ethel Whiten of Godfrey, Ontario, Jean Crick and her husband Findlay of Stoney Creek, Ontario, George Ryan and his wife Charlene of Meaford, Ontario and Mary Lee and her husband Wes of Peterborough. Also loved by her grandchildren, Jason and Kelsie of Komoka, Sarah Krikke and her husband Josh, Katie Wong and her husband Aaron, Rob and his wife Mavis, Rachel Tomalty and her husband Jon and Zachary, all of Alberta. Proud great-grandmother of eleven. Predeceased by her brother Ted Ryan and his wife Mary and her brother-in-law Wally. She will be missed by her nieces and nephews and their families. Elizabeth was an active member of Oakridge Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday July 21st, 2014 from 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Oakridge Presbyterian Church, 970 Oxford Street West, London on Tuesday July 22, 2014 at 11 a.m. followed by a reception at the Church. Interment will take place at St. David’s Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Campbellville ON during the afternoon of Tuesday, July 22. Donations may be made to Mission Services of London, 415 Hamilton Road London, ON N5Z 1S1 or the charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com