Services & Obituaries

WILSON, Margaret Ethel….

At University Hospital, London, on Saturday, February 16, 2013, Margaret Wilson in her 93rd year. Dear daughter of the late Harold and Marie Wilson. Dear sister of Joan Bryan of London and George Wilson and his wife Irene of Southampton. Predeceased by her sister Elise, her brother Kenneth, her nephew Michael and brother-in-law John Eugene Bryan. Dear aunt of Matthew Bryan and his wife Sharon Desjardins of Woodstock, Bonna Bryan of London, Shannon Crittenden (Wilson) and Bridget Wilson both of Toronto and great-aunt of Wilson George Crittenden and Jackson Philip Crittenden. A Private family memorial service will be held at a later date at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Cremation has already taken place. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

FOSTER, Robert Wood (March 2nd, 1927 – February 16th, 2013)…

The Reverend Canon Robert Wood Foster died peacefully at his home on Saturday, February 16, 2013 in his 86th year. Beloved and loving husband of Betty Jean Foster (née Townshend) for 53 years. Dear son of the late Herbert and Jean Foster and brother of the late Marion Gray. Loving father of Brenda Jean, Barbara Jane (David) and Brian Robert (Jennifer). Special Grandpa to Jaeden, Kieran, Jorya, Tristan, Samantha, Kiahna and Gavin. Affectionately remembered by sisters-in-law: Betty Townshend, Mary Friesen, Barbara Ullerick (Gordon), Peggy Utting, and Nancy Lougheed, by brother-in-law Bob Townshend (Pat) and by many nieces and nephews. Bob served as Rector of parishes in Winona, Jordan, Milton, Hamilton and The Church of The Redeemer in London. Upon his retirement, he was a dedicated chaplain at the London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph’s Health Care Centre in London. In his youth, Bob was an active Rover Scout, a time which gave him many delightful memories. He was also a member of the London East Rotary Club for many years. ‘Canon Bob’ will be remembered as a devout, passionate priest; ‘Grandpa’ will be treasured as a proud, caring family man. In lieu of flowers, remembrances of Bob may be made to ‘The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund’ of which Bob was a part for many years or to ‘Huron University College’, London. Visitation with the family will take place at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, Ontario on Wed. Feb. 20, 2013 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. A Celebration of Robert’s Life will be held at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 280 St. James St., London, Ontario on Thurs. Feb. 21, 2013 at 1 p.m. Online condolences, photographs and memories may be shared at www.amgfh.com
“Lord, now lettest thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word.” Luke 2:29

ARMSTRONG, Kirby…

Beloved son of Pat and Doug Armstrong of London, brother of Lisa Smith and Andrea Anderson, and a lively and cherished presence in the lives of many other family members and friends. Visitation has been completed at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Donations may be made to Mission Services of London, 415 Hamilton Road, London, ON N5Z 1S1, where Kirby worked with the city’s homeless. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DE BOER, Antje “Annie”…

The family is sad to announce that Annie passed away peacefully in her sleep in Burlington on February 14, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Willem de Boer (2002). Loving mother of John, Martin and Art: and their spouses and families. Anne was Beppe to 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. She is survived by her brother Gerard of the Netherlands, and by many in-laws, nieces and nephews in both Canada and the Netherlands. A long, full life lived well right to the end. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 pm on Monday, February 18, 2013, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 11 am. Private family interment to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S4. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SCHOLFIELD, Betty….

At University Hospital, London, on Thursday, February 14, 2013, Betty (Anderson) Scholfield at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Cuthbert Scholfield (1992). Dear mother of Brian Scholfield (Susan) of Canton, Michigan and Bill Scholfield (Judy) of Bancroft, Ontario. Cherished grandmother of Faith Anne, Justin, Greg, and Derek. Loving sister of Margaret Anderson. Predeceased by her son Cuthbert, her sisters Anna and Dorothy, her brothers Bruce and Gordon. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Friday, February 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 Saturday, February 16, 2013 at 2pm. Cremation with interment in Embro Cemetery, Embro, Ontario. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

FEYS, Diane……

At Victoria Hospital, London, on Thursday, February 14, 2013, Diane (Doige) Feys in her 57th year. Beloved wife of Marc Feys for 25 years. Dear daughter of Trent Doige (Mary Alice McManus and the late Grace Doige). Loving mother of Sandy Doherty (Bob). Proud grandmother of Jessica, Stephanie and great-grandmother of Starla. Cherished sister of Lorraine Gill (John). Also missed by her nieces Lindsay, Kimberly and by all her other nieces and nephews and their families. The family would like to thank Dr. Akira Sugimoto and his team, nurses on D4 300, for all their compassion and care. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on SUNDAY, February 17, 2013, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be conducted on TUESDAY, February 19, 2013 at 11:00am at St. James Westminster Anglican Church, 115 Askin Street, London. Interment in Tillsonburg Cemetery, Tillsonburg, Ontario on Tuesday at 2:45pm. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MINNISS, Gwen….

Peacefully at McCormick Home, London, on Saturday, February 9, 2013, Gwen S. (Mitchell) Minniss in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Frank H. Minniss. Loving sister of Elsie Pearson of England. Predeceased by her sisters Con Kelly and Beryl Bradley. Also missed by her nephew Kenneth Minniss, her cousin Leslie Mitchell and many other family and friends. Dear friend of Levenia and Keith Wrigglesworth and Harvey Gilmour. Gwen was an employee of the University of Western Ontario for 26 years. Cremation has taken place. A private graveside service to take place at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Christian Blind Mission, 3844 Stouffville Road, P.O. Box 800, Stouffville, ON L4A 7Z9. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.

MORIN, Erin…..

Our beautiful Erin (Lutz) Morin passed away peacefully in her 35th year, with her loving family by her side on Friday, February 8, 2013. Survived by her loving husband Sergei. Cherished daughter of Don and Vicki Lutz and daughter-in-law of Igor and Helena Morin. Loving sister of Shawn and sister-in-law of Adriana, Sasha and Kirill. Predeceased by her grandparents Frank and Julia Barylewicz. Erin was loved by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. She has touched the lives of many in her journey, especially her “Erin’s Army” family. The family will receive friends from 2-5 and 7-9pm on Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A private funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 13, 2013. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, if you wish to contribute, please consider Erin’s Army, c/o 1417-575 Proudfoot Lane, London ON N6H 4R5. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

“Her beautiful spirit will shine forever in our hearts”

GRUNDY, Caroline Beverly (Warren)….

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital on Wednesday, February 6, 2013, Caroline Grundy in her 75th year. Beloved wife of the late William T. G. Grundy. Loving mother of Shelley Marie Amos (Larry Wieffering) of London, Sheri-Lee Burchiel (Jon Miller) of Port Bruce and Scott William Grundy and his wife Brenda of Aylmer. Cherished grandmother of Jolene Broadbent (Matt) and Joshua Lee Amos of London, James Edward Williams (Tanya) of London, Christen Candice Burchiel of London and Ashley Nicole and Lyndsay Rae Grundy of Aylmer. Proud great-grandmother of Kyler. Dear sister of Marlene Pulham and her husband Fred of Goderich, Sharon Northrup and her husband Don of Grand Bend and Bill Warren and his wife Angie of Mitchell. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm on Sunday, February 10, 2013 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, and 1 hour prior (10-11 am) to the service being conducted in the chapel on Monday, February 11, 2013 at 11 am. Private family interment at a later date. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations to the London Health Sciences Foundation – Palliative Care Unit, 747 Base Line Road East, London, Ontario. Online condolences, photographs and memories may be shared at www.amgfh.com

POOLEY, Dorothy May…

On Monday, February 4, 2013 at Victoria Hospital, London, Dorothy Pooley, in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late George Pooley. Predeceased by her son Michael (2003), her parents and her brother. Cherished grandmother of Tracy and great-grandmother of Kaitlyn. Dear mother-in-law of Valorie Pooley. Also missed by Pat Pooley and many, many friends. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm, on Friday, February 8, 2013 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, February 9, 2013 at 1:30 pm. Memorial donations to The Heart & Stroke Foundation, 633 Colborne Street, Suite 180, London, ON N6B 2V3 or to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street North, London, ON N6B 3H8. Online condolences, memories, and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com