Services & Obituaries

DINSMORE, Patricia Alice (Townshend)…

Peacefully at University Hospital, London on Wednesday, December 25, 2013 Patricia Dinsmore in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late John Fisher Dinsmore. Loving mother of Margaret, John and Barbara. Proud grandmother of Jesse, Morgan, Kristine, Michelle, Ryan and Adam. Predeceased by her brothers John, Robert and Roderick. A memorial service will be conducted in the chapel at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Thursday, January 2, 2014 at 11:00 am. Cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3, or to St. Martins-In-The-Fields Church, 489 Pine Tree Drive, London, ON N6H 3M9.Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MELMER, Daryl William…

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Wednesday, December 25, 2013 Daryl Melmer in his 50th year. Beloved husband of Jeannette. Loving father of Christine and Derek. Dear son-in-law of Bill. Also missed by several cousins, co-workers and many close friends. Predeceased by his mother Elizabeth. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm on Friday, December 27, 2013 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, December 28, 2013 at 11am. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON., N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BAUMANIS, Velta Marija…

At her residence on December 19, 2013, as a result of an accident. Velta Baumanis, 71 of Mount Brydges. Daughter of the late Arturs and Julia Baumanis. Velta was a talented architect and lover of nature and gardening. She took great pride in preserving and promoting her Latvian heritage. Dedicated member of the Strathroy Rotary Club for 19 years. She will be deeply missed by her extended family in the United States and Latvia, her neighbours and friends in the equine community and her constant travel companion Zorrah. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service to be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Charity of Choice. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements (519-433-5184). Online condolences, memories and photographs shared www.amgfh.com

Wilson, Francis Warren…..

Loved and Loving, Husband, Father, Brother, Grandfather, Great-grandfather and Friend. Peacefully passing at his residence, London, on Friday, December 13, 2013, Beloved husband of Jean Lamond (MacDonald) Wilson. Dear father of Barry Wilson (Lise McAuley) of Pointe-Claire, Quebec, Dian Wilson of London and Karen Wilson (George McCluskey) of London, Proud grandfather of Jessica, Matthew, Liam, Dylan and Riley and great-grandfather of Marianne. Dear brother of Shirley Foote of Dartmouth, NS. Predeceased by his brother-in-law Ralph Foote. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Warren attended Sydney Academy and graduated from Mount Allison University. He retired from John Labatt Ltd and was a long standing member at St. Anne’s Anglican Church (Byron).Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (2-3pm) to the funeral service being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at 3pm. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3 or Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared www.amgfh.com

MORRISON, James “Jim” Gallagher…

After a courageous battle of Cancer at Parkwood Hospital, London on Thursday, December 12, 2013, Jim Morrison in his 75th year. Beloved husband of Mary (Snodden) Morrison of St. Thomas. Dear father of Julie Manuel (Sean) of London and Lynn Dray (Greg) of St. Thomas. Proud grandfather of Ashley (Devin) Morrison, Chelsea Manuel, Eric Manuel, Anna Manuel and Sarah Manuel. Cherished great-grandfather to Savanna Morrison and Bradley Morrison. Dear brother to Ernest (Jean) Morrison of Northern Ireland and his sister Ethel (George) Lowry of Ireland. Will be missed by many nieces and nephews. The family wishes to express their gratitude for the care and compassion provided by the staff at Victoria Hospital and Parkwood Hospital. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (12-1pm) on Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at 1pm, with Reverend Robert W. Wilson officiating. Cremation is to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON., N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

PERRY, Patricia…..

Peacefully at Kensington Village, London, on Thursday, December 12, 2013, Patricia “Pat” (Stevenson) Perry of London in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late Bruce Perry 2002. Loving mother of Andrew Perry of London and step-mother of Wendy Ford and her husband Glenn of London. Proud grandma of Cheryl Ford, Susan Bauman and her great-grandma of Amanda, Jacob, Julia and Airianna. Dear sister-in-law of Deborah Stevenson. Fondly remembered by her niece and nephews. Predeceased by her brothers Jim Stevenson Jr. and Walter Stevenson and sister-in-law Muriel Thomson. The family would like to thank the CCAC for their help. Friends will be received by the family from 7-8pm on Monday, December 16, 2013 and Tuesday, December 17, 2013 from 10-11am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Interment in Longwood Cemetery, Melbourne, Ontario on Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at 12:30pm. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road, East, London ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SCOTT: Allan…..

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Allan Walter Scott at Parkwood Hospital, London, on Wednesday, December 11, 2013, after a lengthy illness. Allan is survived by his faithful and loving wife Linda (Ullmann) Scott and his former wife Mae (Sypher) Scott. Loving father of Sheldon Scott, James Scott, and Krista Quantrill. Cherished grandfather of Kyana, Arianna, Nevaya and Beulah-Jaden. Dear brother of Anne (Scott) McNeill (Laurel), Gladys (Scott) McKay (Derrick) and brother-in-law of Jeanette Scott. Also missed by his several nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his parents Melbourne and Annie (Golden) Scott and brothers John, William and his nephew Kenny. Allan grew up in Scotchtown, NB before moving to London, ON, in 1964. He loved working in his flower garden and on his home; he was meticulous about everything he did, always striving for perfection. The Scott family extends a heartfelt thank you to the staff of the Victoria Hospital, London, for their wonderful care of Al. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (1-2pm) to the funeral service being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday, December 16, 2013 at 2pm, with Reverend Paul G. Knauer officiating. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to London Regional Cancer Program or Lupus Ontario. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared www.amgfh.com

ARNOLD, Wayne Joseph…

Peacefully at University Hospital, London on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 Wayne Arnold in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Leila Arnold. Loving father of Brenda Arnold, Julie (John) Galea and Victoria Arnold. Proud grandfather of Cassie, Laura and Brian. Cherished great-grandfather of James, Anna-Lee and Grace. Dear brother of Helen Farrish. Also missed by Scotty, John, Henk, Bob, Jerry, Walt and many other friends. Predeceased by his parents Albert and Rose. Wayne retired as Captain from the London Fire Department after 30 years of service. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm on Sunday, December 15, 2013 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Monday, December 16, 2013 at 11am. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Global Fire c/o DMGF.ORG, 20 Claireport Crescent Unit 9, Etobicoke, Ontario, M9W 6P6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

“The Big Ship has Sailed”

GLADISH, Doris (Hewer)….

Passed away peacefully at University Hospital, London on Wednesday, December 11, 2013, Doris Gladish in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late D. B. Morrie Gladish (2012). Loving mother of Ruth Nicholls of London, Barbara (Chuck) Kloetstra of London, Grant (Momoko) Gladish of Vancouver, Adrienne Parzych (Kim Burlock) of Brampton. and Karen Johnston (Bob) of Brampton. Also loved by 9 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchilden. Predeceased by her brothers Allan, and Wesley Dalby and her sister Ruth Spall. Friends will be received by the family from 1-5 pm on Sunday, December 15, 2013 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A memorial service will be held at Westview Baptist Church, 1000 Wonderland Road, South, London on Monday, December 16, 2013 at 2 pm with Pastor Jon DeActis officiating. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the London Children’s Hospital, 800 Commissioners Road East, London, Ontario N6A 5W9. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SALES, Thomas…

Peacefully at London Health Sciences Centre Victoria Campus on Tuesday, December 10, 2013 Thomas Sales in his 76th year.Dear son of the late Maurice and Margaret Sales. Beloved husband of the late Donna May (Wood) Sales (November 18, 2013). Loving father of Janine Mathyssen and her husband Jeff, Lianne Clare and her husband Jeff and Tanya Sales and her partner Susan White. Proud grandfather of Kathryn and Jordyn. Dear brother of Ruth Anne Rhea and her husband Ted of Chatham, Larry Sales and his wife Sylvia of Woodstock and Helayne Rivard and her husband Marcel of Pain Court. Also survived by his nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (1:00-2:00 p.m. ) to the memorial service being conducted in the chapel on Saturday, December 14, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Cremation with a private family interment at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street, North, London, ON N6B 3H8 or Holly’s Hope, c/o Nicholls Animal Hospital, 760 Hyde Park Road, Unit 12A, London, ON N6H 5W9. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com