Services & Obituaries

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

SUMMERS, E. Jean…..

Peacefully at Highview Residences, London, on Wednesday, July 2, 2014, Jean (Little) Summers of London in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Charles A. “Chuck” Summers (2010). Loving mother of Steven Summers and his wife Nancy of Etobicoke and Donna Norwood and her husband David of London. Cherished grandmother of Kristen and Nick Norwood of London and Eric and Scott Summers of Etobicoke. Sister of the late Helen and Les Carmichael. Friends will be received by the family from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday July 5, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, with the funeral service being conducted at 11 a.m. in the chapel of the funeral home with Reverend Tracey Crick-Butler officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, 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

ROWLAND, The Reverend Charles “Tim”…..

Peacefully surrounded by his family at McGarrell Place, London on Wednesday, July 2, 2014, The Reverend Tim Rowland in his 94th year. Beloved husband of the late May (Harvey) Rowland (2006). Loving and cherished father of Paul Rowland and his wife Natalie Griffin-Rowland of Mississauga. Dear brother of the Hon Robin Rowland QC. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends. Ordained Deacon in Ireland in 1951, Tim immigrated to Canada in 1957. Over many years Tim served as a Faithful shepherd to his various flocks, even after his retirement in 1986. He was a patient, kind and gentle man who always had time for others. His spiritual strength and devotion to his Faith inspired all who knew him. He will remain in our hearts forever. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 pm on Friday, July 4, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held at St. Martin-in-the-Fields Anglican Church, 489 Pine Tree Drive (at Oban Crescent), London, N6H 3M9, on Saturday, July 5, 2014 at 11am with The Very Reverend Kevin Dixon and The Venerable Willi Kammerer officiating. Interment in Harris Street, Cemetery, Ingersoll on Saturday, July 5, 2014 at 3 pm. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to St. Martin-in-the-Field – Memorial Fund. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Weekes-Walker, Judy ……
It is with broken hearts that Judy’s family announces her passing on Tuesday, July 1st, in her 61st year. Surrounded by family and friends 24/7 over her last few days, Judy lost her short but tenacious fight with a recently diagnosed brain tumour. Judy took this fight head on as she did everything in life – with determination of steel, graciousness and humour.

Judy was the beloved daughter of the late George (2008) and Edith (1992) Weekes. She is survived by her loving husband, Paul, of 38 years and their canine companion, Buddy; her cherished daughter, Alyson Van Sickle and treasured son-in-law, Sam. She was the adored, and adoring, Grandma of Riley and Brooks Van Sickle. Affectionately known as “Grandma Bama”. She is also survived by her much loved, and devoted, “little seester”, Carol Weekes Schacter and her brother-in-law, Gord Schacter. She will be sadly missed by her step-mother, Veronika Weekes, mother-in-law Jean Walker, brother-in-law Richard Walker (Brenda) and nephew Mark Walker, sister-in-law Tracy Walker (Rick) and “adopted” daughter, Brittany Coste.

Judy was fortunate to have a circle of very devoted extended family and friends. She had an abundance of loving cousins. She could never understand why families distinguish between their 1st, 2nd and 3rd’s. She loved them all the same. They were family!

Thanks to her friends Sue and Bill Norton, Sue and Kevin Walsh, Carol and Lisa Tofflemire and Lorraine Smith who made special trips to visit her. They stood by her in thick and thin over their many years of friendship and brought with them many stories that provided the family with much laughter in the difficult past few days.

In 2000 Judy and her family moved to Michigan for her husband’s work. This was followed by time in Alabama and Florida. They recently (2012) returned to Canada (Windsor) to be closer to family.

Judy was an insurance broker at Fred J. Weekes & Son Ltd. Insurance, in London, for almost 30 years. She treated her insurance clients, and coworkers, as she did all family and friends in her inner circle; with fierce loyalty. She carried on that tradition working in Michigan at Walnut Hills Golf Club, in Alabama at Harriot II Riverboat and Victory Land Quincys, in Tampa at Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club, and in Windsor at Corner Bar and Grill. She played competitive women’s slo-pitch for teams including, Alibi Road House and Central Tool & Die (Thank you to Art Horvath!) and also played on a co-ed team, C.J. Pink, with her husband, and friends, for many years.

The family (and Judy) would like to thank the Emergency and Neurosurgical teams at London Health Science Centre – University Hospital (physicians, surgeons, residents, pharmacists, nurses, & RT’s) that over saw her care for the past 11 weeks. They were particularly gracious in the past few days, providing us with courtesy, compassion and physical space to enable family and friends to be there 24/7. Also a thank you to the Radiation and Oncology teams at the London Regional Cancer Program.

We’d like to extend a huge thank you to Dr. Robert Richards (“Dr. Bob”), Dr. Rachel Schaefer (“Dr. Rach”), Dr. Mary Jenkins (“Dr. Mare”) and Danya Walker, for giving of their professional gifts on their personal time and for providing many moments of comic relief. She was immensely grateful for your ongoing care and concern and was comforted that she was in great hands. She felt so lucky to have all of you with her during this journey, as did we.

And last but not least, a special thank you to cousins, Sandy Edgar and Janis Millman, who have been like sisters, and dropped everything to be with us when that phone rang.

At Judy’s request there will be no funeral or visitation. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, August 3, from 2:00 p.m. onward at her sister and brother-in-law’s cottage – her favourite spot on earth – her place of peace and calm! All family and friends are invited to attend. For those not familiar with the location or address please contact one of the family members for details. Please arrive in bright beach apparel… flip-flops included!

As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada, 620 Colborne St. Suite 310, London, ON, N6B 3R9 and/or the London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Road, London, ON, N5V 3K5. A. Millard George Funeral Home (519-433-5184) entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences, memories and photographs can be shared at www.amgfh.com.

Judy’s passing will be a huge loss to all of us but we will continue to keep her alive in our hearts and memories.

In the words of a great woman “It is what it is!”

Devost, Stacey….
Passed away in London, ON in her 29th year. Dear stepdaughter of Pat Smith and grandaughter of Valade Ambroise. Beloved mother of Tristan. Loving sister of April Devost, Jenny Devost, Greg Devost and Lisa Devost. Kind niece of Aunt Rachel and Uncle Scott. Sadly missed by many cousins. Predeceased by her mother Tammy Lynn Janes and her sister Sandra Lynn Devost. The family will receive friends at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, ON on Monday July 7, 2014 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m, with the funeral service being conducted in the chapel of the funeral home at 1 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Children’s Hospital, 800 Commissioners Road East, London, Ontario N6A 5W9. Online condolences, memories and photographs can be shared at www.amgfh.com.

August 1st – SECOND NOTICE

BOUK, John E. (Jack), 95……

On June 26th, 2014, Jack passed away peacefully at his residence. Jack was a true gentleman, a loving and loyal husband for over 72 years, a loving father and inspirational poppa.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 501, 7097 Kilbourne Rd, London ON N6P 1K5 on August 17th, 2014 from 2-5 pm. with memories being shared at 3 p.m. Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com

BOUK, John E. (Jack) 95 years,

It is with a heavy heart that Jack’s family announce the peaceful passing of a true gentleman, in his 96th year. Loving and loyal, husband and soul mate for over 72 years to Dolly (Vera). Predeceased by his sisters Elva Mae (late Donald) and Mary (late Nelson). Loving father of Linda (Russ Bolton), David (Evelyn) and Lisa (Gary Gorham). Poppa was an inspiration to his Grandchildren Anne Kuipers (Michael), Christine, Steven (Heather), Jeffrey, Daryl (Melissa), Jonathan and Sarah, as well as many great grandchildren. Moreover, Jack and Dolly were thought of as parental figures by many of the extended family members. He was “Poppa” to many and will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews and special friends near and far. Jack was born, lived his entire life and passed away on “Bouk’s Lane”, now known as Jarvis Street. A self-educated man steeped in common sense, honesty and integrity. There was no challenge he would not undertake. He will be missed but continues to live in the hearts of those he touched. A Celebration of Life to follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 501, Lambeth, 7097 Kilbourne Rd, London, ON N6P 1K5 or the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to A. MILLARD GEORGE FUNERAL HOME, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.

OSTAFIJCZUK, Jean…..

Peacefully at Highview Residences on Wednesday, June 25, 2014, Jean (Stainton) Ostafijczuk. Beloved wife of the late Wally Ostafijczuk (2009). Dear sister-in-law of Walter (Jennie) Ostafijczuk and Richard Ostafijczuk all of London. Jean will be missed by her cousins Karen Devine, Mike Sproul and Irvine Brace. She will also be missed by her niece Rosemary and her nephews Steven and Gregory and by her dear friend Norma Clare. Jean was a graduate of the University of Western Ontario in English and Drama. She loved music and was an original member of the Earle Terry Singers. Jean enjoyed a long career at London Life. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 3, 2014 from 10 – 11 am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where a Celebration of Life will be conducted in the chapel at 11 am, with Reverend Herbert S. Summers officiating. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Earle Terry Scholarship Fund, c/o Conservatory Canada, 45 King Street, Suite 61, London ON N6A 1B8. Sincere appreciation is expressed to the staff at Highview Residences – Franklin House for their care of Jean. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

ALLISON: Roger….

Suddenly at his residence in his sleep, Roger Allison passed away on Monday June 23, 2014. Beloved husband of Ruth (Dodson) Allison for 43 years. Proud father of Robyn Allison of St. Thomas and Ryan Allison and his wife Courtney of London. Cherished “Papa” of William, Allyson, Benjamin and Lucy. Dear brother of Michael Hutt, Chris Hutt and Marcia Smith-Hutt and brother-in-law Ron Dodson. He will be remembered by his nephew Alan and his niece Tessa. Predeceased by his parents William Allison and Rosemarie Hutt and by his special canine companion Rusty. The family would like to thank the First Responders for their care and compassion. Roger enjoyed film, literature, music, his grandchildren and loved being part of the Carlos Santana fan club. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 pm on Friday, June 27, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The celebration of Roger’s life being held on Saturday, June 28, 2014 at 1 pm in the funeral home chapel. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Canadian Mental Health Association – Middlesex. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com