Services & Obituaries

VANDERFEYST, Victoria Claudette……

On Saturday, March 15, 2014, Claudette went home to be with her Lord and Saviour, whom she came to know in 1977. She will be greatly missed by her husband Richard and children, Mark, Robyn and Paul. She will be missed by her grandchildren Luke, Adam and Hannah. Claudette was a faithful servant of the Lord at Berean Baptist Church in London and previously Toronto Free Presbyterian Church in Toronto. Friends will be received by the family from 10 – 11 am on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at Berean Baptist Church, 932 Leathorne, London, where the funeral service will be held at 11:00 am. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London, Ontario N6C 9Z9. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
IICor 5:8 “…absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord”

WOOD, Evelyn (nee Walker)……

At her residence on Thursday, March 13, 2014, Evelyn Wood in her 87th year. Beloved wife of Harry Wood. Loving mother of Paul Wood and his wife Paula of London, and Raymond Wood and his wife Brenda of Calgary. Cherished grandmother of Shannon (Patrick), David (Jaqueline), Jeffrey, Paul (Zoe) and Amanda. Proud great-grandmother of Taylor, Adam and Riley Evelyn. Predeceased by her parents James and Elizabeth Walker, her brothers James Walker, John Walker, Matthew Walker and Ronald Walker. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins in the U.K. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 1 – 2 pm on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at Westview Baptist Church, 1000 Wonderland Road South, London, where a memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Westview Baptist Church – Ceiling Fund, 1000 Wonderland Road South, London, ON N6K 3S4. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WHELAN, Robert Joseph……

Suddenly at Parkwood Hospital, London, on Wednesday, March 12, 2014, Robert Whelan of London and formerly of Montreal, in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Claude (Pepin) Whelan for 45 years. Predeceased by our daughter Suzanne (1974). Survived by his children Nancy Whelan and Robert Whelan Jr.. Grandfather of Robbie and Meaghan. Dear brother of William Whelan (Joan) and brother-in-law of Louise Pepin, Suzanne Pepin, and Jocelyne Pepin. As per Bob’s wishes there will be no service. 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. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
You are my life, my soul mate, and best friend. I will love you forever.

BIDDLE, Velma (nee Parker)
In London on Tuesday, March 11, 2014, Velma Biddle in her 100th year. Beloved wife of the late Richard Biddle. Loving mother of Robert and Norman and mother-in-law of Linda and Willeta. Sister-in-law of Phyllis Froude. Cherished grandmother of Kathryn Lacey and Troy Biddle and great-grandmother of Steven and Jenna (predeceased). Velma was the last survivor of the family of Frederick and Mary (Gower) Parker whose other children were Herman, Clara, Olive, Winnifred, Mildred, Charlie, and Gordon. A life of adventure from starting school at SS # 1&1 of London and North Dorchester, to the years in Saskatoon, to retirement from the offices of Victoria Hospital and two years of loving care at Kensington Village. Visitation 7-9pm Monday, March 17 and one hour prior to the service at 11am on Tuesday, March 18, 2014, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

FURNESS, Hazel…..

Peacefully at Elmwood Place, London, on Sunday, March 9, 2014, Hazel (Frost) Furness in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Edward Furness (2004). Loving mother of Roy Furness (Sarah), Victor Furness (Jim), and Russ Mayfield. Predeceased by her daughter Christine Caddey. Cherished grandma of Celina, Robert, Shawn, Angela, Sarah and great-grandma of Josh, Kaeden, Sophie, Gregory, Ayla, Nicholas, Genevieve and Autumn. Dearly missed by her siblings; Harold, Keith, Alice, and Ruth and her son-in-law Daniel Caddey. Also missed by her nieces and nephews. A private family interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 14, 2014 at 2pm, at Wesley-Knox United Church, 91 Askin Street, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Society London – Middlesex Chapter, 21 Grosvenor Street, Room #W018A, London ON N6A 4V2. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5183. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

KOSATSCHENKO, Anna…….
After a brief illness, Anna passed away peacefully at University hospital surrounded by loved ones on March 7, 2014. Anna, of London, Ontario, was in her 91st year. She is predeceased by beloved husband Alex. Anna will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her son Alex (Kathy), granddaughters Karey (Derek) and Sara (Nick), great grandson Matthew, and friends Julie and Carolyn. Private family service and interment to be held March 11, 2014. Special thanks to the care received from Medical Priorities and the staff of the emergency and palliative care units. Thanks to nurse Nicole for her kindness. If desired and in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Boys’ & Girls’ Club of London, 184 Horton Street, London, ON N6B 1K8 A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements, (519-433-5184). Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HARRIS, Patrick Roy “Harry”……

Suddenly at Victoria Hospital, London, on Wednesday, March 5, 2014, Patrick Harris in his 54th year. Beloved son of Patricia and the late Roy Harris, Mum will miss his daily 4pm visits to chat and read the paper. Loving brother of Judy and Philip. Kindred spirit to his late uncle Martin. Also missed by aunts, uncles and many cousins, mostly on the Prairie’s, especially Linda and Daryl. Harry was the life of the party and will be missed by many friends, especially Jeff, Dawna, Barb and Gene. He was born in Halifax, worked hard his entire life, starting as a Free Press paperboy and ending as a respected and popular Dental Office Technician. He loved fishing, chirping, Canadian hockey, his dogs, Holly and Musky, kids and bragging about his rose gardens. He was an incredible and competitive athlete, playing for the London Beefeaters, Jr B hockey and full body contact euchre. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 2-5 pm on Thursday, March 13, 2014 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, March 14, 2014 from 6-10 pm at the Mocha Shrine Centre, 468 Colborne Street, London, ON. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HOLMES, John William…..

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London, on Wednesday, March 5, 2014, John Holmes in his 77thyear. Loving father of Candace Ann Holmes (Donna Skroski) and Jacqueline Jane Holmes (Tim White). Dear brother of Bob (Winnifred), Ken (Judy), Eric (Irene), Jim (Sandy), and Sue (Dan) May. Also missed by many nieces, nephews, his dog, Jackson, his coffee and golf buddies, John and Toula, Bev and Brian. Predeceased by his brother Richard and sister Marlene. At the request of the deceased there will be no visitation or service. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Charity of your choice. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements (519-433-5184). Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

EGGETT, Fred…..

Peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, London, on Tuesday, March 4, 2014, Frederick “Fred” Eggett in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Edna (Mickey) Eggett for 66 years. Dear brother-in-law of Ileen Rosso and her husband Don. Loving uncle of Angela, Stephen, Linda, Karen, Joanne, Virginia, Cheryl, and Gary. Also missed by Kim. Predeceased by his siblings Lillian, Jack, brother-in-laws Walt, Leonard, and his nephews Allan and Jon. Fred served in WWII No. 1 Special Wireless in Australia. He was a retired member of the Local 593 Plumbers and Steamfitters. Fred was a member of the Goderich Lions Club and London South for many years. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Sunday, March 9, 2014, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Monday, March 10, 2014 at 11:00 am. Cremation with a private interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald House of Southwestern Ontario, 740 Base Line E, London, ON N6C 2R5 or Goderich Lions Club – Camp Klachanie Revitalization Project, P.O. Box 65, Goderich ON N7A 3Y5 or the Dearness Home Auxiliary, 710 Southdale Road East, London ON N6E 1R8 . Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WILSON: Annie “Ann” (nee Aiken)

Peacefully with her longtime friend Shirley by her side at the Dearness Home on Tuesday, March 4, 2014 Ann C. Wison of London (formerly of Prince Edward Island, age 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Frank W. Wilson. Loving mother of the late Janet McCurdy (Davey) and son Larry Wilson of London. Dear sister of Catherine Buell of Charlottetown and sister-in-law of Muriel of Fredericton NB. Predeceased by her parents Alexander and Euphemia (Todd), her sister Violet Newell and her brothers Daniel and Robert. Family and friends may call at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Saturday, March 8, 2014 from 1:30pm until the Funeral Service time in the Chapel at 2:30pm. Our greatest appreciation o the staff of the Dearness Home for their exceptional care. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street North, London ON N6B 3H8 or Crossroads, P.O. Box 5100, 1295 North Service Road, Burlington, ON, L7R 4M2. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com