Services & Obituaries

BROWN, Isabel…
At McGarrell Place, London, on Tuesday, August 21, 2012 Mrs. Isabel (Paul) Brown of London in her 88th year. Beloved wife of Bill Brown. Dear step-mother of Robert Brown (Elizabeth) of Grand Bend, Paul Brown (Anne), Marilouise Brown and Doug Brown all of London. Also loved by her grandchildren Jessica, Jonathan, and Rachel Brown. Dear sister of Marilyn Farner (Steve) of St. Catharines and Shirley Peterson of Fallbrook, California. Dear sister-in-law of A. J. Downie of Exeter and Betty Campbell (Paul) of Burlington.Pre-deceased by her brother Bob Paul. Also loved by her nieces and nephews Debbie McLeod, Shawn and Adam McLeod of St. Catharines and Debbie Short, Bob Paul (Janet) and Michael Paul. Loving companion Mitch (Scottish Terrier). A private family Funeral Service was held on Thursday, August 23, 2012 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London, Ontario. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donation may be made to the London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Road, London, ON N5V 3K5 and Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and pictures shared at www.amgfh.com

Morton, Evelyn
Peacefully at Mount Hope Long Term Care Residence on August 21st, 2012, Evelyn Morton in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Harold Vincent Morton and predeceased by her sister Jean. Lovingly missed by her son Al and his wife Joanne, granddaughter Andrea Sapardanis and her husband Pete, and great-grandchildren Isabella and Isaac. Many thanks to the caring compassionate staff at Mt. Hope, St. Mary’s 3rd Floor. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior (10 – 11am) Friday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday, August 24th at 11am Chaplain Katherine Spannemann officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. Online condolences, memories and pictures shared at www.amgfh.com

IRVINE, Reverend David

Peacefully at Dearness Home, London on Monday, August 20, 2012 Reverend David Irvine in his 99th year. Beloved husband of the late G. Jean (Ridge) Irvine (2005). Dear father of D. Kingsley Irvine (Nancy) of St. Thomas and John L. Irvine (Anne) of Uxbridge. Loved grandfather of Leigh Irvine (Jeff Hardill), Jennifer Gifford (Nicholas),David Irvine (Rebecca) and Christine Irvine. Also survi ved by his great grandchildren Esme, Hugh and Mabel. Reverend Irvine first was employed by The Medthodist Church in England and then The United Church of Canada. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, August 23, 2012 from 3-5 and 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be conducted from Calvary United Church,290 Ridout Street South, London on Friday, August 24, 2012 at 1:00 pm with Reverend Gordon Duncan officiating. Interment in Oakland of Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Calvary United Church Memorial Fund, 290 Ridout Street South, London, ON N6C 3Z1 would be appreciated. Online condolences, memories and pictures shared at www.amgfh.com

CRAIG, Edith……

Edith Craig passed away peacefully in her 90th year on August 20, 2012 at Extendicare London. Edith is survived by her two sons, Donald (Margaret) and Neil (Anne) and her granddaughter Lauren (Richard) and grandson Sandy. She is also survived by her brother John Thomson in England and is predeceased by her husband of 45 years, Jack (1989). Edith lived a long and fascinating life. She was born and raised in Aberdeenshire, Scotland and did active service in the British Army during World War II. Following the war she shepherded two boys, a dog and all of the family’s possessions across the Atlantic to begin a new life in Canada. Edith had a lifelong interest in all things plant related and was an exceptional flower arranger and judge. She was a President and Honorary Member of the Garden Club of London. Despite advancing years and failing eyesight she continued teaching and showing competitive arrangements until just prior to her death. She was especially proud of the Silver award she received representing Canada in the 1993 World Flower Show and of the recent acknowledgment of her lifetime service by the Garden Clubs of Ontario. A memorial service will be held at Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, 111 Elmwood Avenue, London at 11 am, on Friday, September 21, 2012 with Reverend Kevin Steeper Officiating. Elmwood was the church which she attended with great pleasure and where she had arranged the Sunday service flowers for over 30 years. Visitation will be at the church one hour prior to the service with reception to follow. Special thanks to Dr. Jo-Anne Hammond and her team for providing 25 years of outstanding health care. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 150-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3, would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, London 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and pictures shared at www.amgfh.com

JACOB, Scott….

Suddenly at his residence on Tuesday, August 14, 2012, Scott Jacob of London in his 48th year. Beloved husband of Terrylyn (McKellar) Jacob. Dear son of Al Jacob and the late Jean (2005) and son-in-law of Donna McKellar and Garry McKellar. Loving brother of Nancy Cox (Reverend Steven) and Michael Jacob (Norm Paquette). Also missed by his sister-in-law, brother-in-law and their families. Cherished uncle of Kendall and Ryan Cox. Friends will be received by the family from 5-6:30pm on Sunday, August 19, 2012 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at 6:30pm, with Reverend Steven Cox officiating. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to London Regional Cancer Program. Online condolences, memories and pictures shared at www.amgfh.com

VANDER HEIDE, Gary…..

Suddenly, at Hamilton General Hospital, on Sunday, August 12, 2012, the Lord took home, Gary Vander Heide of London in his 67th year. Son of the late Jilles and Jill (Akke) Vander Heide. Husband of Joan Rooplal. Loving father of Chris (Angela) and Rick (Risley). Cherished grandfather of Jacob, Emily and Richard. Dear brother of Sid Vander Heide (Anne), Jetty Veldstra (Richard) and the late William Vander Heide (Carol). Also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Friday, August 17, 2012, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, August 18, 2012 at 1:00pm, with Reverend John Van Til officiating. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to World Home Bible League of Canada, P.O. Box 5037 STN LCD1, Burlington ON L7R 9Z9 or The Christian Reformed World Relief Committee (CRWRC), 3475 Mainway, Burlington, ON L7R 3Y8. Online condolences, memories, and pictures shared at www.amgfh.com

BAKER, Merrill Wakefield

At Royalcliffe Retirement Residence, London on Sunday, August 12, 2012 Merrill W. Baker in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of the late Dorothea Jean (Butler) Baker (2002). Dear father of Merilyn McCann (John) of Delaware, Roger Baker (Margareth) of Ailsa Craig, Laurie McDonald (Charles) of Walkerton, Bonnie Autio (Vesa) of South Porcupine and Kim Baker (Stewart Smith) of London. Loved grandfather of Tim, Ben (Natalie), Simon and Issac Baker, Carly Harris (Billy), Alison Schuler (Kyle) and Kristy McDonald (Mark) and Megan Heubner (Warren) , Niilo Autio (Sarah) and Andy Autio and great grandchildren Ava, Macee, Grady, Axel, William and Edward. Dear brother of Gladys Daniel of London. Also survived by sister-in-law Loreen Baker of London. Predeceased by his brother Bruce Baker and sister Evelyn Barnard. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Thursday, August 16, 2012 at 11:00 am with Reverend Valerie Kenyon officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Parkinson Society, 4500 Blakie Road, Unit 117, London, ON N6L 1G5 would be appreciated. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CRAIG, Lillian Alice

At University Hospital, London on Sunday, August 12, 2012 L. Alice (Whitney) Craig in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Alan Phoenix Craig (2009). Dear mother of John Craig (Patti Frech) of Sault Ste. Marie and Brenda Ritchie (Gord) of London. Loved grandmother of Lorie, Karen (Dana), Amanda, Krista (Jeremy), Gordon, Sam, Danielle (Josiah) and Gail and 8 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Ernie, Hazel, Martha, Christine, Vernon, Carrie and Vera. Also survived by Barry Blunt and family. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Alice’s life will be conducted from the Moose Lodge, 6 Weston Street, London on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 from 1-3 pm (her 90th birthday). As an expression of sympathy donations to the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Rd. E. London, ON N6C 2R6 or the London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Rd, London, ON N5V 3K5 would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, London 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

PERRY, Shirley…..

With her sons by her side at Victoria Hospital, London, on Tuesday, August 7, 2012, Shirley (King) Perry in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late Fred Perry. Loving mother of Don Perry (Sue) and Jim Perry all of London. Cherished gramma of Brent (Kelly), Sarah (Desmond), Jessica (Scott) and great-gramma of Toni, Nicolas, and Abigail. Dearly missed by many cousins, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her grandson Kevin and her brother Bill (Shirley). The family would like to thank the dedicated staff, nurses, Doctors at University and Victoria Hospital. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Friday, August 10, 2012, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, August 11, 2012 at 10:30am, with Reverend Carol Burrows officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. 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 pictures shared at www.amgfh.com

POUSTIE, David John…Peacefully with his family by his side at Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital, Tillsonburg on Friday, August 3 , 2012, David Poustie in his 60th year. Beloved husband of Morag. Loving father of David (Judy), Andrew (Kelly) and Kenneth (Laura). Cherished grandfather of Kyle, John, Lachlan and Cameron. Dear brother of Irene and Gail (Paul). Loved son of Jean and the late John Poustie. Much loved uncle. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, August 8, 2012 from 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A memorial service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, August 9, 2012 at 1:00 pm. As an expression of sympathy, donations to Parkinson Society Canada, 4500 Blakie Road, Unit 117, London, ON N6L 1G5 would be appreciated. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com