Services & Obituaries

COLLIER, John Allister……

After a courageous battle with cancer, John Collier lost his battle at Victoria Hospital, London on Thursday, November 14, 2013, John was in his 68th year. Beloved husband of Patricia (Coutts) Collier. Dear brother of Joe Collier. Also missed by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his sisters Beth Miller, Patricia Abbott and Hester Stellard. 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 Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at 10:30 am. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WHITE (SANGSTER): Eleanor….

Bravely at Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, London on Monday, November 11, 2013, Eleanor J. (Sangster, nee Forster) White of London in her 88th year. Beloved wife of the late Douglas S. M. Sangster and the late Ronald A. White. Loving mother of Dr. Sandra L. Sangster of Aurora and her late son William “Bill” Sangster (2013). Dear mother-in-law of Christine Sangster. Also remembered by her nieces, nephews and their families and sister-in-law Betty Sangster. Predeceased by sister-in-laws Margaret Macfarlane and Norma Stretton, and her brother-in-law Robert Sangster. Specially missed by her “grand-poodles” Eddy and Roxy. A special thank you to her devoted caregiver Katarina Duras. Also sadly missed by her childhood friend, Eileen Sims. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 and 9:30-11am on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at 11:00am. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3, Arthritis Society, 400 York Street, Suite 204, London ON N6B 3N2 or Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London ON N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WEISS, Jean Ellen…

Passed away peacefully at Riverside Residence, London on Monday, November 11, 2013, Jean Ellen (Lowery) in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Murray Weiss. Dear mother of Carol (John) Breen. Cherished grandmother of Julie Breen. Also survived by her sister June Woolley. Predeceased by her brothers Edward, Murray and James Lowery. Jean will be sadly missed by her very good friends Marlene, Jerome and Peggy and her many friends from Riverside. Friends will be received by the family 1 hour prior (10 to 11am)to the funeral service which will be conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at 11:00 am. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London, Ontario N6B 2V3 and St. Paul’s Cathedral Memorial Fund, 472 Richmond Street, London, ON N6A 3E6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

Bartley, Andrea….

With Sadness we announce, on Friday, November 8, 2013, Andrea Bartley of London in her 42rd year. Life partner of Brian McWilliam. Cherished mother of Derek Bartley and stepmother of Spencer McWilliam. Much loved daughter of Janice Bartley and Arnold Bartley. Dear sister to Sandra Bartley. Also survived by her grandmother Jean Bartley. She will be greatly missed by her mother-in-law Rita McWilliam and by many relatives and friends. Thank you to the medical staff at London Regional Cancer Centre for their excellent care. Friends will be received by the family from 6-9pm on Monday, November 11, 2013 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at 11am. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada, 620 Colborne Street, Suite 301, London, ON N6B 3R9 and Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WILKER, Howard…..

Suddenly at Middlesex Terrace, Delaware, on Thursday, November 7, 2013, Howard “Howie” Wilker of London in his 85 year. Loving father of Mark Wilker of London, Mike Wilker (Annette Beecroft) of Komoka and Jeff Wilker (Danielle) of Kanata. Proud grandpa of Kristina, Jacob, and Danyka. Dear brother of Dorothy Yeo (the late Ron) and brother-in-law of Jean Wilker and Chris Wilker. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brothers Carl, Jack (Donna) and Bob. A special thanks to the staff at Middlesex Terrace for their special care. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Saturday, November 9, 2013, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the celebration of Howie’s life will be held on Sunday, November 10, 2013 at 12:30pm. Cremation with a private family interment in Sebastopol Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery, Tavistock. 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 Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London ON N6B 1S4 or Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street North, London N6B 3H8. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

GARRISON, George William……

Peacefully surrounded by his family at Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, London, on Tuesday, November 5, 2013, George Garrison of London in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Hilda (Shepherd) Garrison and the late Barbara (Thorpe) Garrison (1978). Loving father of Brenda Cavanagh (Bill), Lynn Garrison (Pamela Forsyth), Dr. Cliff Hardick (Lin) and Dr. Robert Hardick (Cathy). Cherished grandpa of Christine (Scott), Patrick, Jennifer, BJ, Patty (Joost) Dan (Ginelli) and great-grandpa of Jacob, Leah, Luke and Cole. Dear brother of Bernice Brunton (Joe). George retired after 35 years from Ontario Hydro. He was an avid golfer and curler. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (1-2pm) to the memorial service being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Monday, November 11, 2013 at 2pm. Private family interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. 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

CAMPBELL, John “Jack”…..

Peacefully at Amica, London on Monday, November 4, 2013, John Campbell in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Campbell (Enwright) (2000). Loving father of Cathy (James) Richings and Susan (David) Borthwick. Cherished grandfather of Danielle and Meghan. Also will be missed by his spouse Shirley Campbell (Anderson) and her family. Predeceased by his sister Madge Campbell. Friends will be received by the family 1:30 – 5:00 pm on Sunday, November 10, 2013 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Parish prayers will be held at the funeral home at 2 pm. PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE OF VENUE AND TIME. The Roman Catholic Mass celebrating his life will be held at St. Justin’s Parish, 855 Jalna Boulevard, London on Monday, November 11, 2013 at 9:30am. Interment in All Saints Roman Catholic Cemetery, Strathroy. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London, Ontario N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

GUTHRIE, Thomas…..

Surrounded by his family at his residence on Sunday, November 3, 2013, Thomas “Tom” Guthrie of London in his 85th year. Beloved husband and best friend of Sandra McNulty for 36 years. Loving father of Linda MacPherson (Bob Kowal), Lorne Guthrie (Lindsay), Karen Luyben (Wayne), Kim Guthrie (Teri Swindon) and the late Eric. Cherished “grandad” of Ashley, Marlee, Shaun, Paige, Courtney, Tyler, Spencer, Fraser, Andie, and the late Michael and “great-grandad” of Ben, Charlee, Layla, Wyatt, and Marin. Dear brother of June Bissegger (and the late Jack). The family would like to thank all the Doctors over the many years for the kindness and professionalism shown. Tom retired from Bell Canada after 42 years. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (12-1pm) to the memorial service being held on Thursday, November 7, 2013 at 1:00pm, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Robarts Research Institute – Heart and Stroke Foundation, Western University, 1151 Richmond Street North, London, ON N6A 5B7. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HYDE, Gerald Bateman “Jerry”…

At Chelsey Park , on Saturday, November 2, 2013, Gerald “Jerry” Bateman Hyde of London in his 90th year. Beloved husband of the late Peggy Hyde (2006). Dear father of Jerry (Sandra) Hyde Jr. of Summerside PEI, Joan (Ian Cheng) Hyde and Gordon Hyde of London. Loving grandfather of Jennifer (Craig) Nowak of Waterloo, Andrew Hyde (Corine Thomson), Kristen Cheng (Joel Robitaille) and Tyler Cheng all of London. Jerry was a card carrying member of the Progressive Conservative party since the age of 18 and held many municipal offices in Belleville, Ontario in the 1950 & 60’s including City Mayor in 1958-1959. Friends will be received by the family from 6-9pm on Monday, November 4, 2013 and one hour prior (10-11am) to the service on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 at 11am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Interment in Belleville Cemetery, Belleville, Ontario. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Chelsey Park Long Term Care, in memory of G.B. Hyde, 310 Oxford St. W. London, ON N6H 4N6 or Charity of Choice. Online condolences, memories and photos shared at www.amgfh.com

MCCLATCHEY, Anne Elizabeth (Cochrane)…

Peacefully of complications from a fall at home. She was 64. Anne is survived by mother, Muriel Cochrane (London), brother Gord Cochrane (London), sister Madeline MacClean (Nova Scotia), sister Jean Cochrane (Los Angeles), sister Cathy Kiem (San Diego) and brother Allen Cochrane (San Diego) and various relatives across Canada. Anne had many health problems over the years but survived them all and had many good friends. She enjoyed good books and poetry along with sports and a variety of other interests. She will be sorely missed by family and friends. Anne will be cremated. A visitation will be held at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Wednesday, Novemeber 6 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Charity of your choice.