Services & Obituaries

NYE, Barbara Anne…

Someone we LOVE has earned their wings and Heaven has another Angel. On Saturday October 20, 2012, Barbara Anne Nye in her 47th year, passed away peacefully with her family by her side. She will join her parents Ted and Carolyn in Heaven. Barbara will be greatly missed by siblings Leslie (Steve), John, and Allison (Peter). Cremation has taken place with a private family service to follow.
Donations can be made in Barbara’s name to the London Humane Society. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, London 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and pictures shared at www.amgfh.com

CARTIER, Mary Evelyn…….

Peacefully surrounded by her family at the Dearness Home, London on Friday, October 19, 2012 M. Evelyn (Powell) Cartier in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Alfred ” Al” Herman Cartier (1998). Dear mother of Karen Dooner (Terry) , Marcia Cartier all of London, Margaret Cartier of Ailsa Craig and John Cartier (Cinzia) of Port Perry. Loved grandmother of Paul Dooner (Susie Joe), Mark Dooner (Isabelle Debard), Megan Powell (Adam), Tomas and Matthew Cartier and great grandmother of Kelan Powell and Dominique Dooner. Dear sister of Marjorie Brown. Predeceased by brother Lorne Powell and sister Kay Braun. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be conducted from St. Martin-in-the-Fields Anglican Church, 489 Pine Tree Drive (at Oban), London, on Saturday, October 27, 2012 at 11:00 am with 1 hour prior visitation (10:00 – 11;00 am) with Reverend Canon Sidney G. Smithson officiating. Inurnment later in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Mission Services of London, 415 Hamilton Road, London, ON N5Z 1S1 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

Ames, Anne….

Peacefully at McCormick Home, London on Thursday, October 18, 2012, Anne H. (Walker) Ames in her 100th year. Beloved wife of the late Arnold Ames (2001). Predeceased by her brother Donald C. Walker. Dear friends of Sandy and Bob Morrison and Donna and Gord Chesney. Anne served with the WRCNS during World War II. The friends of Anne would like to thank the staff at McCormick Home, for their kindness and professionalism. Cremation has taken place. At the request of Anne, there was a private family inurnment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the charity of choice would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BUCK…..
Edward (Ted) Cecil – In his 92nd year, peacefully with family at his side at the London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Hospital London on October 18, 2012. Beloved husband of Gladys, and predeceased by Dorothy Ross Buck (1994) and sister Mildred Ottaway (2005), father of Pat (Warren), Ted (Glenda) and Susan, step-father of Michael, Lynda, Janice and Jacki. Loved grandfather of Melissa, Geoffrey, Sally, Andrea, Eric, Alex and Sarah, and great-grandfather of Lauren, Jackson, Liam, Michi, Eimi, Emma, Ben and Sabine. Ted joined the No.1 Detachment – Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps, Canadian Army in 1939, serving throughout WWII, in Korea from (1953-54) and in Vietnam with the International Control Commission (1965-1966).
Ted became involved in building and flying aircraft replicas in his teen years and over the past six decades built close to 100 model aircraft. He became a member of the Model Aeronautics Association of Canada (MAAC) in the early 1950’s, and was also a pioneer of London’s Forest City Flyers. In September 2012 he was awarded the MAAC Pioneer Award for more than 50-years of achievement.Cremation has taken place.Family and friends are invited to A Celebration of Ted’s life which will take place at London’s Wolseley Barracks Officers’ Mess, Sunday, November 4th. 2-5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice, or Community Living London.

FIELD, Marion Elizabeth….

Gently gone to be with the Lord, on Friday, October 12, 2012 Marion Field in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Edward Field. Loving mother of Paul Field (Pattie), Ruth Whatmough (Graham), Maryhelen Buchanan (Tim), Naomi Pye (the late Albert), Martha Brown (Dan), Miriam Davidson (Norman) and Annajane Doak (Brian). Cherished grandmother of 24 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her grand daughter Susanna Pye. Marion served as a Wren in the Canadian Navy during WWII and worked 20 years in Eaton’s china department. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 pm, on Sunday, October 14, 2012 and one hour prior to the service (12-1 pm) on Tuesday, October 16, 2012, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at 1 pm. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Mission Services of London, 415 Hamilton Road, London, ON N5Z 1S1. Online condolences, memories and pictures shared at www.amgfh.com

FLYNN, John Thomas…

On Thursday, October 11, ended a long battle with illness. John leaves behind 2 daughters, Laura and Lisa – their mother Shellie and his close friend Kim. beloved son of Peter and Nancy Flynn, 6 siblings, uncle, aunts, cousins, many nieces and nephews and friends. And we all have lost a fine tradesman. We would like to thank all the people at Victoria Hospital and others who assisted John throughout his illness and made him comfortable during his passing. We are grateful. A memorial service will be celebrated at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Tuesday October 16, 2012 at 10 am . In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1. Online condolences, memories and pictures shared at www.amgfh.com JTF 10 11 12 Rest In Peace little brother

HALDANE, Ron…..

Peacefully at University Hospital, London, on Thursday, October 11, 2012, Ron Haldane in his 79th year. Beloved husband of Jackie (Pritchard) Haldane for 14 years. Dear father of Scott Haldane and grandfather of Tyler. Loving brother of Donna Allen (the late Gord) and Dolores Murray (the late Ken). Cherished son-in-law of Beulah Pritchard (the late Phil). Louise Pritchard (Dave Chapman) and Kevin Pritchard. The family would like to thank the Palliative Care Unit – University Hospital for their care and compassion. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 2-5pm on Sunday, October 14, 2012 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Private family interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Shriners Hospitals For Children, c/o Mocha Shrine Centre, 468 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2T3 or Heart & Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories, and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SMITH, Albert…

Peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, London, on Tuesday, October 9, 2012, Albert “Al” Smith in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Katherine M. (Pugh) Smith (April 2012). Dear father of Sylvia Elder. Loving papa of Colleen Turner and her partner Martha Leake and Katherine Mills, and great-papa of Nigel Turner (Megan) and Jaydn Turner and Jermaine Greene (Christine) and Tasha Greene (Chris), and great-great-papa of Jase Greene. Adored uncle of Deb Frankland. Dear brother of Arthur Smith and brother-in-law of Walter Dolson. Predeceased by his sister Audrey Dolson. The family would like to thank the staff at Parkwood Hospital, for years of unparalleled care. A private memorial service will be held at the Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Parkwood Hospital, London. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation – Parkwood Hospital (Veterans Care), 268 Grosvenor Street, London ON N6A 4V2. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

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TRESTAIN, Jane….

Peacefully in the presence of her family, at her residence on Monday, October 8, 2012, Jane Trestain in her 71st year. Beloved daughter of Marian (Noyes) Trestain and the late William “Bill” Trestain. Dear sister of Tom Trestain and his wife Judy Heikell of Toronto and loved aunt of Sander Trestain of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Jane was a respected teacher, avid gardener and enjoyed many summers at Manitoulin Island. The family would like to thank all caregivers for their support and compassion. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Thursday, October 11, 2012, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The celebrations of Jane’s life will be held on Friday, October 12, 2012 at 1pm, at St. Anne’s Anglican Church – Byron, 1344 Commissioners Road West, London, with Reverend Canon Janet M. Lynall officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Ontario Nature, 214 King Street West, Suite 612, Toronto, ON M5H 3S6 or Thames Valley Children’s Centre Auxiliary, 779 Base Line Road East, London ON N6C 5Y6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CRITCHLEY, Reginald George…

Peacefully surrounded by his family at University Hospital, London on Sunday, October 7, 2012 Reg Critchley in his 82nd year. Loving husband, best friend and soul mate of Sheila Critchley for 60 years. Loved father of Sheila Gail (Ron) Walker, Debbie (Jim) Chapman, Lorna (Rob) Edwards, and Jim Critchley. Cherished grandfather of Ryan McCormick, Jennifer (Matt) Collins, Lisa and Niki Chapman, Charles and Elisabeth Edwards. Dear brother of Eldon (Helen) Critchley. Predeceased by his parents Claude and Annie May, by his sister Eva (Mel) Scott and by his daughters Regena McCormick and Wanda Gilliland (2007). The family would like to express their extreme gratitude to all the nurses and doctors at University Hospital for the exceptional care they gave Reg during this difficult time. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, October, 11, 2012 from 2-4 pm 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 Friday, October, 12, 2012 at 11:00am. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 150-633 Colborne Street, London, N6B 2V3 and to the London Health Sciences Foundation, 747 Base Line Road East, London, N6C 9Z9 would be appreciated. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com