Services & Obituaries

HENNING, Susan Terras…….

It is with much sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Susan Terras Henning on Wednesday July 16, 2014. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Rudi Henning, and her granddaughter, Angela Cooper. She is survived by her daughter Susan Elaine Cooper, her son Norman J. Henning and his wife Linda, her adoring granddaughters, Susan Elizabeth Cooper, Jennifer Henning, Tabbitha Mraish and her husband Abdel, Sabbrina Henning and her partner David Henderson, and Mirriah Henning, as well as her adored great-grandchildren, Landon, Patrick, Xavier, Bentley, Marika and Annika, her loving brother James McNaughton and his wife Barbara, several nieces and nephews and Ingo and Ann Marie Wolfert, to whom she was an honorary Oma, and various friends and relatives in Bonnie Scotland. We take comfort in knowing that her pain has ended and she has joined her loved ones who have gone before. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, 307 Commissioners Rd., W., London, ON N6J 1Y4 or The Kidney Foundation of Canada, Southwestern Ontario Chapter, 785 Wonderland Road South, Suite 203, London, ON N6K 1M6. A family and friends memorial get-together will be planned for a later date. A. Millard George Funeral Home, (519-433-5184) entrusted with arrangements.. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

“The special years will not return when we were all together, but with all the love within our hearts – you will walk with us forever”

McBeth (Howard), Ruth Audrey……
Surrounded by family at Westmount Gardens Long Term Care, London on July 14, 2014 in her 88th year. Beloved wife of the late Lyle Morris McBeth. Loving mother of Howie McBeth of London, Wayne McBeth of London, Holly McBeth-Ormerod and her husband David of Port Stanley, Rob McBeth and his wife Dawn of Kerwood. Dear grandmother of Catherine, Dianna (Andy), Kyle, Nathan, Victoria, Nicholas, Amber (Frankie), Kurtis and Mitchell. Sadly missed by 6 great grandchildren. Also survived by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sons Larry and Brian McBeth, a brother Robert and a sister in law Marilyn. Visitation will be held at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, ON on Friday July 18, 2014 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., with a graveside service in Aylmer Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

TAYLOR, Susan…

Peacefully surrounded by friends and family on Saturday July 12, 2014 at St. Joseph’s Hospice, Susan Taylor in her 52nd year. Proud and loving mother of Ryan and Jake Taylor. Loving sister of Bonnie (Brown) and Dan Joynt of Strathroy, Shirley (Brown) and Doug Roberts of Watford and Doug and Nancy Brown of London. Aunt of Anne Joynt of London, Janet Joynt of Calgary, David Roberts of Watford, Paul Roberts of Massey. She will be missed by many close friends. Visitation will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home 60 Ridout Street, London on Tuesday July 15, 2014 from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. followed by a Memorial Service, Wednesday July 16, 2014 at 11a.m. Reception to follow. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations in Susan’s memory may be made to St. Joseph’s Hospice 485 Windermere Road, 3rd floor, PO Box 1449 Station B, London ON N6A 5M2. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Anderson, Mary E…..

Peacefully at Albright Manor, Beamsville, ON on July 11, 2014 in her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late Calvin G. Anderson (1989). Dear mother of Norman Anderson and his wife Julie of Port Elgin and Russell Anderson and his wife Mary Lou Duffy of Grimsby. Kind sister of Hazel McCreath of Goderich. Also loved by her eight grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Predeceased by a brother Melville Whalley and a sister Norma McMurphy. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (1-2pm) to the funeral service being conducted on Tuesday July 15, at 2pm, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

GOVIER, Mildred…..

Peacefully at Mount Hope, London, on Wednesday, July 9, 2014, Mildred (McCabe) Govier in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Murray Govier (2011). Predeceased by her son Larry Deane (1995). Loving and caring mother-in-law of Catherine McGrath. Proud grandma of Mike Deane (Dianne) and the late Terri, and great-grandma of Amanda, Brandon, Chris and Meghan. The family would like to thank the staff at St. Mary’s for their wonderful care. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (1-2pm) to the funeral service being conducted on Friday, July 11, 2014 at 2pm, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London, 435 Windermere Road, London ON N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

McCAFFERTY, Patrick

Peacefully at home at his Ernest Avenue residence on July 7th 2014, Pat McCafferty in his 81st year. Cherished Husband of Frances McCafferty. Loving Father of his six children, Catherine (John), Margaret (Robert), Frank (Randine), Helen (Gary), John (Geraldine), Joseph (Michelle). Extremely proud Grandfather and Papa of fourteen Grandchildren and five (nearly six) Great Grandchildren. He will be missed by his many extended family members and friends. A devoted Leaf and Celtic fan, a lover of reading and walking and spending time with his family while making the best pancakes in the world. Friends will be received from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday July 9, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home 60 Ridout Street South, London. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Justin’s Parish, 855 Jalna Boulevard, London, Ontario N6E 2S2, on Thursday, July 10, 2014 at 10 a.m. with Father Mark Paulin celebrant. Interment at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, London Particular Council, 585 York Street London, ON N6B 1R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DRYBURGH, Margaret….

Peacefully, surrounded by her family on Monday, July 7, 2014, Margaret (Brown) Dryburgh in her 66th year. Beloved wife of Gord Dryburgh for 44 years. Loving mother of Patrick, Robert (Holli-Ann), and Nicole Dryburgh. Dear sister of Barbara Gardiner and Catherine Dart (Vic). Also missed by her nieces and nephews. A special thank you to Linda, Phil, and Dr. Chawla for their compassionate care. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Thursday, July 10, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Friday, July 11, 2014 at 11am. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. Online condolences, memories, and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

STARLING, Ron…….

On Sunday, July 6, 2014, after a courageous battle with cancer, Ronald “Ron” Hartley Starling in his 88th year. He will be lovingly remembered by Helen (Muir) Starling his wife of 25 years, and by his first wife Marg (Dowman) Starling. Proud father of Craig Starling (Kim), Grant Starling (Janet), Gary Starling (Janis) and Heather Rath (Paul). Cherished grandfather of ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Wilson Starling and Lavella Burke. Also missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Sunday, July 13, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The celebration of Ron’s life will be held on Monday, July 14, 2014 at 1pm at Wesley-Knox United Church, 91 Askin Street, London. Private family interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Harmonize For Speech Fund, 2 Gower Street, Toronto, ON M4B 1E2. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WOFFENDEN, Mary L……..
Passed away peacefully on Saturday July 5,2014 in London, ON, after years of wishing to go to the hereafter. She finally got her wish and is now at peace. Pre-deceased by her parents John and Elsie and her brothers John, James, David and Fred. She is survived by her sister Kathleen
(Smith), Bernice and Leslie (Haladay) and brother Bernard. Mary never married and will be sorrowfully missed by friends and many nephews and nieces. Mary will be cremated and buried next to her mother in London. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday July 19, 2014 at 1 p.m. at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to War Amps of Canada, www.waramps.ca or your favorite charity. On-line condolences, photos and memories shared at www.amgfh.com

WALLACE, Dave….

On Friday, July 4, 2014 at Victoria Hospital, London, David Wallace died peacefully in his 83rd year, after a two week battle with pneumonia. Beloved husband of the late Janet (Cassidy) Wallace (2008). Proud father of Brian Wallace and his wife Katy Farrow. Dear brother of Jack Wallace. Survived by many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Predeceased by his siblings Bob and Shirley. A special thanks to all the staff in CCTC at Victoria Hospital. Visitation will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Monday, July 14, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A memorial service will be held at Calvary United Church, 290 Ridout Street South, London N6C 3Z1, on Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at 1 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dave’s memory may be made to the Calvary Memorial and Special Projects Fund. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com