Services & Obituaries

SWANN, John Russell…

Peacefully at Chelsey Park Nursing Home, London on Friday, July 5, 2013, John Swann in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Beverley J. Swann. Loving father of Alan of London, and Valerie Nicholls and her husband Chris of Waterloo. Cherished grandfather of Andrea Nicholls, Laura Nicholls, Tatha Swann and Kyla McKenzie. Proud great-grandfather of Leane and Neal. Predeceased by his son Michael. John was a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, and a member of the Financial Executives Institute. He was a Flight Lieutenant for the Royal Air Force. At the request of deceased there will be no visitation or service. Cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to World Vision Canada, 1 World Drive, Mississauga, ON L5T 2Y4, The Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1 or to the London Regional Cancer Centre c/o London Health Sciences Foundation, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 9Z9. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HALL, Olga Mae…

With sadness at Victoria Hospital, London on Friday, June 28, 2013, Olga Hall in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Victor Hall. Dear mother of Ray Hall and his wife Karen of Prince George, BC. Dear grandmother of Courtney Hall. Dear sister of Jack McGee and his wife Donna of Vancouver, BC. Predeceased by her sisters Edith Allen and Vera Saunders and by her brother Elton McGee. Also survived by her nieces and nephews. She will be dearly missed by family and friends. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (10-11am) on Wednesday July 3, 2013 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at 11am. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Charity of your Choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DORAN Derek Charles…

Unexpectedly on Thursday, June 27th, 2013, Derek Doran of London in his 34th year. Beloved husband of Julie Hasler. Cherished father of Blake and Evan. Proud son of Billy and Jane Doran and Linda and Bob Vachon. Dear son-in-law of Bret and Joyce Hasler. Beloved brother of Rick, Chad, Lisa and Mike. Loved by sister-in-law Melissa Hasler and David Mezenberg. He will be sadly missed by his family and close friends. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (12 noon-1pm) on Wednesday July 3, 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. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Doran Family Trust Fund c/o Scotia Bank, 580 Wonderland Rd. S., London, ON N6K 2Y8. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WORSFOLD, John Edwin…

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Thursday, June 27, 2013, John Worsfold in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Madge E. Worsfold (2008). Loving father of Ken and wife Bonnie, Doug and wife Wendy , and Bill. Cherished grandfather of Stephen and wife Lisa, and Christine. Dear brother of Charles and Eileen. Predeceased by his brothers Eric, Vic and Herb. Cremation has taken place. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart and 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

BUMEISTERS, Hildegarde…..

Peacefully at Marian Villa Nursing Home, London on Wednesday, June 26, 2013, Hildegarde Bumeisters in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Arvids Bumeisters. Dear mother of Ericka Braun and her husband Karl of Ajax. Cherished grandmother of Michelle and Christina of Toronto. Proud great-grandmother of Truman, Oliver, Avery and Elliott. Survived by her best friend Sophie Jahn. Predeceased by her parents and four brothers. Friends will be received by the family from 12 noon – 1 pm on Saturday, June 29, 2013, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where a funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at 1 pm. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to London Regional Cancer Centre, 790 Commissioners Road East, London, ON N6A 4L6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BRUCE, Donald Ernest…
Peacefully in his home, in London, ON on June 25, 2013, one week before his 96th birthday. Don was the loving husband of Isobel, who predeceased him in 2009, and dear father of Joan Bruce (Ian Burns), Susan McDougall (Keith Kerr), and Bill Bruce (Mary Jane Moreau). He was beloved by his grandchildren Laura Rubino (Steve Ong’udi), Max Rubino, Martha McDougall (Marc McDougall), Matthew Moreau, Elora Moreau (Chris Bagley), as well as two great grandsons. Don was born in Kincardine, ON. He served proudly in the RCAF, both in Canada and overseas during WWII. He worked as a teacher, vice-principal and principal for the London and District School Board. He will be missed by all who knew him. The family is grateful to the many people who supported Don in his latter years, in particular Jenifer Placido Asuncion, Chery Ann Gamilong and Maurice Gonzales Roxas. Cremation has taken place, and family will gather later in July for a graveside interment at Mount Pleasant cemetery in London to honour Don’s life. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation appreciated. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online memories and condolences may be shared at www.amgfh.com .

LOBODZINSKI, George…

Unexpectedly at his residence on Sunday, June 23th, 2013, George Lobodzinski of London in his 59th year. Beloved husband of Marg. Cherished father of Tiffany. Proud grandfather of Abrianna “ABC”. Dear brother of Bud (Carol) Lobodzinski and Victor (Brenda) Lobodzinski. Predeceased by his parents John and Anna Lobodzinski. He will be sadly missed by his family and close friends. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Thursday June 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 Friday June 28, 2013 at 11am. 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, ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BEALS: Edward Murray (Ret. CD)…..

After a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his family at his home on Sunday, June 23, 2013, Ed Beals of London in his 69th year. He is survived by his loving wife Catherine (Mitchell) Beals and his children Cathy Beals (Greg), Sean Beals, Shannon Beals, Donna Leonard, Clayton Leonard (Tania) and Melissa Laframboise (Ted). Loving grandfather of Jessica, Dawson, Makayla, Zachary, Bella and Maverick. Dear brother of John and Neil. Also missed by his brothers and sisters in law and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Elaine and Murray, siblings Norma, Margaret and Charles. Special companion Zeke the dog. Ed served for 28 years in the Canadian Armed Forces with the Lord Strathcona`s Horse, Royal Canadian Dragoons, 1st Hussars and 8th Hussars. He will be fondly remembered by many brothers in arms. The family would like to thank the caring and support given to Ed by Dr. Kirk Hamilton and the “team” from VON. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Ed’s life will be held Saturday, June 29, 2013 from 1-3pm at 47 Cayuga Court, London. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Canadian Hero Fund, 55 Bloor Street West, PO Box 19532, Toronto, ON M4W 3T9 or www.herofund.ca A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DAVIES, Marty…..

Peacefully and surrounded by his family at Victoria Hospital, London, on Saturday, June 22, 2013, Martin “Marty” Davies of London in his 69th year. Beloved husband of Jan Kenny-Davies for 15 years. Loving father of David Davies, Ian Davies, and step-father of Kevin Kenny, Scott Kenny, Lisa Burns (Rod), and Lori French (Greg). Cherished grandpa of Jake, Ben, Evan, Brienna, and Naithan. Dearly missed by his devoted dog “Sadie”. The family would like to thank the staff at Victoria Hospital – London Regional Cancer Centre, Parkwood Hospital 3rd floor and the many family members, friends and neighbours for the excellent care and support provided. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Wednesday, June 26, 2013, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be held in the chapel on Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 1pm. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London ON N6A 3A1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WIGHTMAN, Dr. William Robert…

Dr. Bob (W. R.) Wightman of London, Ontario quietly slipped away at the Sprucedale Care Centre, Strathroy, Ontario, on June 21st, 2013. Beloved husband of the late Nancy M. (Clement) Wightman. Dear father of Richard A. “Rick” Wightman (Lori) of Fredericton, New Brunswick. Wendy Connell (Gordon) of Parkhill, Ontario. Dear brother of Patricia Drummond of Point Claire, Quebec. Loved by his grandchildren Sarah, Jerry, William, Jake and Dylan. Predeceased by his parents Norman and Marjori (Hoover)Wightman. He will be missed my many nieces, nephews and close friends. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at 1pm. Interment of cremated remains in Gordon Cemetery, Manitoulin Island. As an expression of sympathy, In lieu of flowers, donations to the Gore Bay Union Public Library, 15 Water Street, P.O. Box 225, Gore Bay, ON P0P 1H0 or a charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com