Services & Obituaries

Perry, Leonard “Len”…..
Peacefully on Sunday April 27, 2014 at University Hospital, London in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Joyce Perry. Loving father of Michael (Una), Brian (Yvonne), Robert (Joyce), Roderick (Susan) and David (Rolande). Sadly missed by 15 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Predeceased by sister Kathleen Prosser. Funeral service will be conducted at St. Georges Anglican Church, 227 Wharncliffe Road North, London, ON., on Thursday May 1, 2014 at 11 a.m. with Reverend Timothy G. Connor officiating. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of London, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON, N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.

Ferguson, Ross Willoughby (1935-2014)
With great sadness the family of Ross Ferguson announces his passing on April 26, 2014 at London Health Sciences Centre Victoria Hospital. Ross passed away at the age of 78 years. Beloved husband of Jeanne Ferguson (nee Hodgins) for 48 years. Dear father of Catherine Curran and her husband Shaun of Acton, Murray Ferguson and his wife Grace of Waterloo, Clarke Ferguson of London and Janet Groves and her husband Grant of Erin. Proud Grandpa of Alexander & Julia Ferguson and Ferguson & Quinton Groves. Ross will be fondly remembered by his sister Doreen Gonneau and her husband Keith as well as sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Joanne and Jack Mawdsley, Ross Hodgins and Marlene Wyatt. He will also be remembered by several nieces, nephews and cousins. Ross was predeceased by his parents Lyle and Grace Ferguson. Born and raised in Westminster Township, Ross was a proud farmer who was always willing to provide help to anyone in need. His style of telling stories delighted everyone with his own unique sense of humour. Family and friends will be received at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be conducted at Chalmers Presbyterian Church, 342 Pond Mills Road at Commissioners Road, London, ON, on Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 1 p.m. with Reverend John Bannerman, officiating. Visitation at the church one hour prior to service. Reception to follow. Interment at Pond Mills Cemetery, London.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Chalmers Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund (342 Pond Mills Road, London, Ontario N5Z 3X5), Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada (2 Lansing Square, Suite 804, Toronto, ON M2J 4P8), London Regional Cancer Program (800 Commisioners Road East, London, Ontario N6A 5W9) or charity of choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.

MORRIS: Clara Margaret “Kit”
Peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Friday, April 25th, 2014 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of Reverend George A. Morris. Dear mother of Leigh Morris of London, Larry Morris (Lynn) of Surrey, B.C. and Cheryl Morris of Lucan. Also loved by her grandchildren Andrea, Alex, Alexander, Zachary and Meriwether and her great-grandson Logan. A private family gathering will be held followed by cremation at Mount Pleasant Crematorium, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S4 or Mission Services of London, 415 Hamilton Road, London, ON N5Z 1S1. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, ON N6C 3X1, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Patrick, Charles Gordon “Gord”…..

Passed away peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Friday April 25, 2014 in his 65th year. Beloved father of Dr. David Patrick of Guelph Ontario. Loving brother of Richard (Kathy) Patrick, Elizabeth (Allen-deceased) Shelden, Mary (Dennis) Hill, Tom (Deb) Patrick and Jane (Doug) Brown. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends for a celebration of life from 3 to 5 p.m., with remberences at 4 p.m. on Wednesday April 30, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home Reception Centre, 60 Ridout Street South, London (located on the south east corner of our Parking Lot). As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stoke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne St., London, ON N6B 2V3.
Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MAPES, Jean…..

Peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, April 23, 2014, at University Hospital, London, Jean (Sharpe) Mapes in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late Bob Mapes (1975). Loving mother of Scott Mapes and his wife Melinda of London. Proud grandma of Robert Mapes. Predeceased by her parents Roland and Ella Sharpe. Jean enjoyed Nursing and working at Western Counties Wing from 1977 – 1995. She was proud to work with the Veterans and her colleagues. The family would like to thank the staff on the 4th floor of University Hospital, for their care and compassion of Jean. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (9:30-10:30 am) to the memorial service, being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Saturday, April 26, 2014 at 10:30 am. Private interment in Lakeview Cemetery, Sarnia. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HAHN, William Chester Jacob “Bill” – of London passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at University Hospital in his 98th year. Beloved husband of the late Jean Hahn (2013). Loving father of Alan (Sandi), and Bob (Margo). Much loved grandfather of Emma, Matt, Amanda (Mike) and Sara and great grandfather of Chloe and Connor in Winnipeg. Predeceased by his eleven older siblings. Bill was born January 1, 1917 and raised in Toronto where he met and married Jean in 1942. Dad worked at CN Rail in Toronto for almost 40 years before retiring to Guelph with Mom. He loved time spent with family and friends, fishing and gardening. Dad loved to be busy; there was always a project on the go. He never lost his sense of humour and delighted us with his stories that were uniquely Dad. Dad was proud of us all and we were proud to call him Dad and Grandpa. Cremation has taken place. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the memorial service on Tuesday June 24, 2014 at 11 a.m. at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, ON. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the London Food Bank, 926 Leathorne Street, London, ON N5Z 3M5 or the charity of your choice. A. MILLARD GEORGE FUNERAL HOME entrusted with arrangements. On-line condolences, memories and photographs shared at amgfh.com

Astles, George R.
Passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday at Victoria Hospital, London Ontario, in his 100th year. Husband of 71 years of Reta (Mayberry). Predeceased by his son David (2000). Lovingly remembered by daughter Karen (William) Butt and grandchildren Geoffrey (Maria), Heather (Jim), Erica (Jamie), Nadine (Jamie), and nine great-grandchildren: Alexis, Connor, Diego, Quinn, Isabella, Avery, Samuel, Thea and Wrenn. George also leaves daughter-in-law Elaine and sister-in-law Marianna Mayberry. He was employed for almost 40 years at Hiram Walker Inc. George was one of the founding members of the Greater Windsor Seniors Centre. His hobby was carpentry; he built his own cottage and enjoyed life with family and friends there through the years. Cremation. Friends will be received by the family Thursday April 24, 2014 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Sreet South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Friday April 25 at 11 a.m. with Reverend Kenji Marui, officiating. Interment in Victoria Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Windsor at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Mission and Service Fund United Church of Canada, 3250 Bloor Street West, Suite 300, Toronto, ON M8X 2Y4. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

JUKEMA, Hedwieges……

Peacefully surrounded by her family at Woodstock Private Hospital, Woodstock, on Friday, April 18, 2014,Hedwieges (Hiemstra) Jukema in her 97th year, went to be with her Lord. Beloved wife of the late Ane Jelle Jukema (2003). Loving mother of John Jukema (Pat) of Strathroy, Sjouke Jukema (Ruth) of London and Nico Jukema (Alice) Woodstock. Cherished Beppe of 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Sipke Hiemstra of Holland, Hendrik Hiemstra of Listowel, Hielkje Wiegman and Janke Hiemstra all of Holland. Also missed by her many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff at Woodstock Private Hospital for the excellent care provided. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (10-11am) to the funeral service, being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Wednesday, April 23, 2014 at 11 am. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, 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

CROSBY, Bruce “Bing”……

Peacefully surrounded by his family at Victoria Hospital, London, on Friday, April 18, 2014, Bruce Norwood “Bing” Crosby of London in his 91st year. Beloved husband of Velma (Clark) Crosby for 63 years. Cherished father of Kim Hill (Robert) of Comber and Mike Crosby (Jane) of London. Loving grandfather of Candace and Steven. Dear brother-in-law of Bill Clark (Lynne). Also survived by several nephews. Predeceased by his siblings Shirley Whittington, Wesley Crosby and his sister-in-law Shirley Reimers. The family would like to thank the staff at Victoria Hospital for their care and compassion. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Bing’s life will be held on Wednesday, April 23, 2014 at 2pm, at Trinity Anglican Church, 4307 Colonel Talbot Road, London (Lambeth). Private family interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences and memories shared at www.amgfh.com

LANCASTER, Derek….

At his residence in London on Tuesday, April 15, 2014, Derek Lancaster in his 83rd year. Beloved brother of Joan Glenholmes (Jack) of England. Also missed by his nieces, nephews and his many friends. A Masonic Service under the auspices of Ionic Lodge No. 716 A. F. & A. M. will be conducted at the Dufferin Hall, 453 Dufferin Avenue, London, on Thursday, May 1, 2014 at 7:30 pm. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com