Services & Obituaries

BROTZEL, Emanuel….Surrounded by his family at Parkwood Hospital, London, Tuesday, May 1, 2012, Emanuel “Red” “EJ” Brotzel in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Ingrid (Schupp) Brotzel for 25 years. Proud father of John Brotzel (Gloria Arias), Mark Brotzel, Marita Mailloux (Tom) and Marvin Schupp (Valerie). Cherished grandpa “Red “of Chris and Tara Woods, Trevor McClennan (Deanna), Taylor and Brandon Schupp and great-grandpa of Cadence and Calob McClennan. Dear brother of Nick, Joe (Evelyn), Wendlin (Beatrice), and by his sister Francis Bates (Elgen). Also missed by Alice Brotzel and many nieces and nephews. Red, son of a prairie farmer, came to London as a soldier serving at Crumlin Military Hospital, during WWII, attending injured soldiers. He liked London, and began “Brotzel Construction”, building many fine homes throughout London. In later years he became a well respected Real Estate Agent. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Thursday, May 3, 2012 at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael’s Parish, 511 Cheapside Street, London, on Friday, May 4, 2012 at 10am. Interment in St. Peter’s Cemetery, London. A Masonic Service under the auspices of Centennial Lodge No. 684 A.F. & A.M will be conducted at the funeral home on Thursday evening at 6:30pm. 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. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

MUISE, Mary Elizabeth…At Victoria Hospital, London on Saturday, April 28, 2012 Mary Muise in her 84th year. Beloved wife of the late Wilfred. Dear mother of Sharon (Myles) Giberson, David (Debbie) Muise and Wendy (Doug) Worsfold. Loved grandmother of Sean, Scott, Tania, Nicole, Kyle, Stephen and Christine. Cherished great grandmother of nine. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 from 1-2 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London at the reception center, Located in the South East corner of the parking lot. A private family interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Charity of your Choice would be appreciated. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

Clarke, Reverend Morley Grant ,1921 – 2012

With deep yearning, yet with the joyful assurance that Morley is now in the eternal care of the One to whom he committed his whole life and ministry, we announce his passing at Parkwood Palliative Care on April 27th. Predeceased by his parents, Francis and Edna (Rikley) Clarke; by his dear sisters: Amelia, Alma, Alice, Dorothy, Norma and Frances; and by his beloved daughter, Brenda Lee Duncan. He was the cherished husband for 63 years of Trudie (Cline). Dearly loved Dad of Grant (Jane) Clarke of Dahlonega, Georgia; Brenda (Reverend David) Duncan of Woodstock, Stephen (Dorothy) Clarke of London and Nancy (Murray) Lahn of Scarborough. Adored by his ten grandchildren: Kristen (Rolando), Shawna (Adam), Juliet, Jordan (Rachel), Tim, Daniel, Heather, Bethany, Jonelle and Esther. Fondly remembered by sister-in-law, Dawn, and brother-in-law, Dr. John Trueman of Hamilton. Also by many nieces, nephews and treasured friends. Morley was a graduate of Victoria University and Emmanuel College in Toronto. In 1948 he was ordained in The United Church of Canada, was married and pursued postgraduate studies at Princeton Theological Seminary, New Jersey. Energy and devotion were poured out on his pastoral charges, Thomasburg – Moira, Port Stanley – Dexter, Epworth in Kingsville and Metropolitan in London. Also during his tenure as Minister of Program for London Conference his creative spirit was given wide scope. Though retired in 1986, he went on to become president of London Conference and to enjoy membership within the warmth of the Byron United Covenant Church family. His gentle, winsome spirit, combined with great strength of conviction, never ceased to have an impact upon everyone he met. Well done, good and faithful servant! Visitation at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, Friday, May 11, 2 – 4pm and 7 – 9pm. A Memorial Service will be held at Metropolitan United Church, 468 Wellington St., London on Saturday, May 12 at 1pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Compassion Canada, P. O. Box 5591, London, ON, N6A 5G8 or St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation, Parkwood Hospital Palliative Care, 268 Grosvenor Street, London, ON, N6A 4V2 would be greatly appreciated by the family. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

HUNT, Donald Robert……Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Friday, April 27, 2012, Donald Hunt in his 76th year. Beloved husband of Lillie. Proud father of Christopher (Marlene), Stephen (Michele), Valerie (Brian) and Stephanie (Joe). Cherished grandfather of Sarah (Simon), Ashley, Andrew, Keith, Liam, Molly, Andrea, Nicholas and Hayley. Dear brother of John and Gina of England. Predeceased by his brothers Len and Roger and his sisters Olive and Doll. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at 1:00pm. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Charity of your choice. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

WEERDENBURG, Piet…

At Victoria Hospital, London, on Thursday, April 26, 2012, Peter “Piet” Weerdenburg, in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Mary (Bontje) Weerdenburg for 60 years. Proud father of Tony Weerdenburg and his wife Chris of Kinmount, Paul Weerdenburg and his wife Genny of Niagara Falls, George Weerdenburg of London, Ed Weerdenburg and his wife Dottie of Georgetown, Marlene Weerdenburg and her partner Fiona Tavendale, and Rose Marie Weerdenburg all of London. Cherished Opa of Jason, Anthony (Maria) and Jeff, Kirstin (Jung-Pin), Nicole (Ben), Adam and great-Opa of Skye, Christina, Derek, and Tayden. Dear brother of Arnold Weerdenburg, Riek Bontje, Theodore Weerdenburg and his wife Corrie, Aad Weerdenburg, Bep Van Ryn and her husband Piet, and Leo Weerdenburg and his wife Sieny. Predeceased by his 5 brothers and 3 sisters. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (12-1pm) to the service being conducted in the chapel on Monday, April 30, 2012 at 1:00pm, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, with Father Dan Vere officiating. As an expression of sympathy, in Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

WARREN, Charles….

At University Hospital, London, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, April 24, 2012, Charles “Chuck” Warren in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Shirley (Walsh) Warren for 52years. Loving father of Dave Warren and his wife Kristina Tumosas-Warren of London. Predeceased by his son Brian Warren. Dear father-in-law of Mary-Lynn Warren. Cherished grandpa of Jesse, Andre and Austin. Dear brother of Shirley Robinson and her husband the late Doug, Barbara Bennett and her husband Mac, Hughie Warren, Rocklyn Warren and his wife Janice, and Carolyn Henwood. Dear brother-in-law of Barbara Wayner and her husband the late Merv, Sharon McEvoy and her husband Hansel. Also missed by many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank University Hospital – Palliative Care Unit, for their care and compassion. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 10:30am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the charity of choice. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

HOAR, Shirley Louise (Fahrner)……

Died peacefully at Parkwood Hospital on Monday, April 23, 2012, at the age of 88. Shirley was pre-deceased by her husband of 52 years, Louis (Lou). She is survived by her dear son, Rick (Eric) Hoar and his wife, Barbara Hoover, of London. Shirley was born in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Crediton, near Grand Bend, Ontario. She was well read, astute and had an amazing sense of humour. She taught us that “Stubborn” was a positive trait. In her day, she was a prize winning golfer and bowler. She enjoyed years of golf at Maple Ridge Golf Course, beating Lou at “his” game, after he taught her the sport. The London Knights and London Nationals have lost one of their devoted fans. Shirley was born 70 years too soon: she would have cherished the challenges and successes young women in sport enjoy today. At Shirley’s request, there will be no funeral service. Visitation will take place at A Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Sunday, April 29, 2012, between 2:00 and 4:00 pm. Rick and Barbara will say good-bye to Shirley privately. Burial will take place at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London ON N6A 3A1, would be appreciated. Thanks to the staff at Parkwood and to the special people with whom she shared her room, especially Jackie and Leslie. Thanks also to all who visited mom during her 6 months in hospital. She felt truly fortunate to have so many people make time to spend with her. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

BUMEISTERS, Roy…Peacefully, at his residence on Sunday, April 22, 2012 Roy Bumeister in his 58th year. Beloved son of Hildegarde. Cherished brother of Ericka and her husband Karl. Also missed by his two nieces. Cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy donations to The Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S4 will be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com. A. Millard George Funeral Home, London entrusted with arrangements, 519-433-5184

DAVIS, Bonnie Jean

At her residence on Sunday, April 22, 2012 Bonnie J. (Roszell) Davis in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Harold F.R. Davis (1997). Dear mother of Kathy Davis, Patricia Hermitage (Rod) and Brian Davis (Jennifer). Loved grandmother of Robbyn, Michelle, Jason, Cailin, Katharine and Darcy and great grandmother of Kate, Alex, Laura, Claire, Carter, Noah, Zachary, Maryn, Sydney, Taylor, Cole, Aiden, Eli, Indie, Ava and Jack . Dear sister of Donna Hopper and Rilea Roszell (Carol). Predeceased by her sister Doris Cowan. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be recieved by the family on Thursday, April 26, 2012 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm (1 hour prior) at the Chalmers Presbyterian Church, 342 Pond Mills Road (at Commissioners Road) where the memorial service will be conducted on Thursday at 2:00 pm with Reverend John Bannerman officiating. Inurnment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Chalmers Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, 342 Pondmills Road, London, ON N5Z 3X5 would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, London 519-433-5184. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

CURRAN, Bev G…..

Peacefully surrounded by his family at Victoria Hospital, London, on Friday, April 20, 2012, Bev G. Curran in his 63rd year. Beloved Husband and Best Friend of Susan (Nairn) Curran for 38 years.
Loving and proud Father of Melinda Curran (Bryan Froese), Sherry Beynon (Jeff), Sally Zimmerman (Toby), and Brendan Curran. Cherished Grandpa of Chloe, Isabella, Hayden, Adeline, Parker, and Michael. Dear Brother of Dan Curran (Susan), Roseanne Pulford (Geoff), and brother-in-law of Joyce (Elmer), Elizabeth (Don), Marilyn, Jack (Gail), and Barbara (Doug). Also missed by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Willa Curran-Steele and Bertram G. Curran, father-in-law Frank Nairn, and brothers-in-law Don, Bob, and Jim. Bev was a dedicated family man, who loved to garden and spend time at the cottage. The family would like to thank the CCTC and ICU for their compassionate care. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Monday, April 23, 2012 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A celebration of Bev’s life will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 11:00am, at Oakridge Presbyterian Church, 970 Oxford Street West, London, with Reverend Ed Hoekstra officiating. Interment in St. Marys Cemetery, St. Marys, Ontario. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 47 Squire Bakers Lane, Markham, ON L3P 3G8 or to the Oakridge Presbyterian Church – Legacy Fund, 970 Oxford Street West, London ON N6H 1V4. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com