Services & Obituaries

JONES, Dorothy……

Peacefully in her sleep at Hillside Manor, Stratford, on Monday, December 5, 2011, Dorothy (Whorms) Jones in her 88th year. Beloved wife of the late John “Jack” Jones (1992) . Loving mother of Cathie Dews and her husband Dave of Ingersoll, Tessie Rivais and Kelly Pendergast all of London. Cherished grandma of Trina, Kris (Andrea) and Darral Vande Sompel, Randi and Ashlyn Rivais (Trevor), Elissa Pendergast (Josh), predeceased by her grandson Adrien Rivais. Great-grandma of Autumn, Christien, Catrina, and Samuel. Dear sister of Enith Figueroa (Lloyd), Jo Labelle (Andre), Marlene Nicholson (the late Fred), and Raymond Whorms (the late Vanessa). Predeceased by her siblings Ethlyn, Tessie, Lilia, Sister Mary Magdaline, Lloyd, Winston and Henry. Remembered by her sisters-in-law Lynch and Aldith. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Thursday, December 8, 2011 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Friday, December 9, 2011 at 11:00am with Father Terry Runstedler celebrant. Interment in St. Peter’s Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations, may be made to Boys’ and Girls’ Club of London. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

PEAKER, William Gordon…… It is with tremendous sadness we announce the death of William, (Bill) Gordon Peaker, (born August 26, 1927) on Saturday, December 3, 2011. Bill left this world the way he lived with gentleness, dignity and little fanfare. He was predeceased by his parents, Harold and Lillian, as well as his brother and friend Ron and his wife Helen who were greatly missed in Lil and Bill’s day to day life. Bill’s greatest loss was that of his son, Randy, who died in 1995. Bill will be missed most by his wife of 61 years, Lil. They shared everyday. Bill’s daughter Kim, son-in-law Carl and their children Dawson, Chase and Taylor along with daughter-in-law Lucie and her children Emily and Max are also heartbroken. Their recent holiday time spent together with Lil and Bill will be a treasured memory. Bill’s sisters Joan and Gail and his brother-in-law Bill have shared love and support and are so saddened by Bill’s death. Lil’s sister Viv, her husband Eric and son Paul also share a love for Bill. Life long friends Pauline and Pat will miss Bill immensely. Bill was a member of St. John’s Masonic Lodge No. 20 A.F. & A.M. and Middlesex Kiwanis. He was a dedicated family man quietly supporting and modeling for his children, their spouses and grandchildren. His values, patience and quick wit will live on in those he loved. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Funeral service will be conducted at Wesley-Knox United Church, 91 Askin Street, London on Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Dr. Douglas H. Ross and Reverend David R. Carrothers officiating, followed by a reception, and interment in Woodland Cemetery, London.
As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Parkinson Society Canada, 4500 Blakie Road, Unit 117, London, ON N6L 1G5 or the chairty of your choice. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

HORNER, Rena Catherine

At Elmwood Place Retirement Community, London on Friday, December 2, 2011 Rena C. (Allison) Horner in her 80th year. Beloved wife of the late Archibald “Archie” Bert Horner (1995). Dear mother of Peggy Horner (John Lloyd) and the late Archie Horner. Friends will be received by the family on Tuesday, December 6, 2011 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 Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at 11:00 am with Reverend Wayne Prevett officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3 would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

McCONNELL, Irene M….At London Health Sciences Centre, University Hospital, London on Thursday, December 1st., 2011 Irene M. (Brown) McConnell of London in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Chester P. McConnell. Dear mother of Bob McConnell and his wife Beverly of Burlington, Bill McConnell and his wife Joan, Barry McConnell and his wife Shirley and Judy Williams all of London. Also loved by her grandchildren Rob McConnell of Halifax, Sean and Pam McConnell, Ian and Lorrie McConnell all of London; Blair and Samantha McConnell of Halifax; Richard and Michelle McConnell-Barker and Michael and Tricia McConnell all of London; Adam and Melani Bishop of Franklin, Tennessee; Cindy and Frank Marinho of London; Ryan and Rachelle Williams of Strathroy; Amber and Sean Melanson of Milton and Amanda McConnell of London, her 15 great-grandchildren and her 4 great-great-grandchildren. A private visitation and a private funeral service was conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London with Reverend Dr. Douglas H. Ross of Wesley-Knox United Church officiating. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Cardiac Fitness Institute, London Health Sciences Centre, c/o Dr. Larry Patrick, 800 Commissioners Road East, P.O. Box 5375, London, ON N6A 4G5 or the charity of your choice. Mrs. McConnell was a former employee of Kelloggs Canada. A very special than-you to Dr. Ron Willer, Dr. Larry Patrick, Tex Coulter, Dr. Dan and Kensington Retirement Home. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

COLLINS, Helen Bernice

At Chelsey Park Nursing Home, London on Thursday, December 1, 2011 Helen B. (Linton) Collins in her 86th year. Beloved wife of John “Jack” Collins for 63 years. Dear mother of Cathy Furewycz (Andy), David Collins (Jana) and Nancy Leyland (Peter) all of London. Loved grandmother of Chris and Katie Furewycz, David, Jessica and Charlotte Collins, Maeghan Chute (Scott) and Patrick Leyland. Predeceased by her 3 sisters and 2 brothers. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, December 7, 2011 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm (1 hour prior) at Mount Zion United Church, 471 Ridgewood Crescent, London where a memorial service will be conducted on Wednesday at 2:00 pm with Reverend Susan Cameron officiating. Inurnment in Woodland Cemetery, London. The family wish to express their thanks to the staff at Chelsey Park and especially the staff on the 3rd floor. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimers Society of London and Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1 would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, London (519-433-5184). Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

MACLEAN, Brian…..

Suddenly at Victoria Hospital, London on Monday, November 28, 2011, Brian MacLean of London in his 73rd year. Dear husband of Lyn. Cherished father of Shannon (Wayne) Moxey. Loving “Gunka” of Vienna and Chase. Dear brother of Mariam Merrill, Alice MacLean, Ed MacLean, Gord MacLean and Doug MacLean. Also missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his sister Thelma and brothers David, Allan and Elmer. Friends will be received by the family from 3-5 and 7-9 on Thursday, December 1, 2011 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Friday, December 2, 2011 at 1:30 pm. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

TRIBE, Marjory

At Chelsey Park Retirement Residence, London on Sunday, November 27, 2011 Marjory (Ashford) Tribe in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Erwin Keith Tribe (2008). Dear mother of Bryon Tribe and his wife Anne of London and Don Tribe and his wife Catherine of Thamesford. Loved nana of Christopher and Andrew Tribe and Heather and Chris Davies. Dear sister-in-law of Fred and Hazel Tribe, George and Shirley Tribe, Marie Hartney and Doug Groat. Predeceased by her sons Ronald Wayne Tribe (1956), Paul Gregory Tribe (1986) and her sister Doris Howey (2010). Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, December 1, 2011 from 3-5 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, December 2, 2011 at 11:00 am with Reverend Catherine Moore officiating. Interment in Siloam Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation,150-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3 or the London Health Sciences Foundation, 747 Baseline Road E. London, ON N6C 2R6 would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

COUPER (Connor), Winnifred Ada…….At University Hospital, London on Saturday, November 26, 2011, Winnifred Couper in her 102nd year. Beloved wife of the late John Wright Couper. Loving aunt of Georgina Couper of London. Predeceased by her two brothers Norman and Reginald Connor, her sister Ruby Schedler and her nephew Norman Frank Connor. She will be missed by her church family where she attended for over 70 years. Friends will be received from 5:00 – 6:30 pm on Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at Impact Church London, 220 Adelaide Street North, London where the funeral service will be held at 6:30 pm with Reverend D. Karl Thomas and Reverend Cheryl Thomas officiating. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation, 268 Grosvenor Street, London, ON B6A4V2, Parkwood Hospital Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, London (519-433-5184). Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

DITCHER, Geoffrey…..

Peacefully, surrounded by his family at University Hospital, London on Saturday, November 26, 2011, Geoff Ditcher of London in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Sharon (Dufton) Ditcher of 49 years. Cherished father of Mike Ditcher and his wife Sherry of London, Andrea Klooster and her husband Jeff of London and Chris Ditcher and his wife Colleen of Victoria, B.C. Loving grandpa of Lucas, Zachary, Callan, and great-grandfather of Caidence. Dear brother of David Ditcher and his wife June, Lesley Corcoran and her husband John and brother-in-law of David Dufton and his wife Patty, Carole Dutton and her husband Richard, Judy McKenna and Dennis George. Also missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brother-in-law Calvin McKenna and his sister-in-law Helen George. The family would like to thank the staff at the London Regional Cancer Program, University Hospital nursing staff, and the palliative care staff for their care and support. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 1:00pm. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

ROBERTS (nee Skidmore), Joyce Eileen……

After a 3 year battle with cancer Joyce succumbed to the disease on Thursday, November 24, 2011 at Parkwood Hospital, London. She is survived by her dear husband Ken, her two stepchildren, Scott and Kimberly and four special grandsons, Skylar, Jordan, Matthew and Spencer. Joyce also survived by her brother Art and her sister-in-law Jean, her niece Patricia and nephew Arthur (Susan) and his family,her niece Jeannine (Harold) and their family and her niece Marie-Lise (Kieran) and their family. She is predeceased by her parents Arthur and Eileen. Joyce fought her disease bravely with the constant love and support of Ken, but also with the support of many good friends. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm, on Monday, November 28, 2011, and 12 noon – 1pm on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be held in the chapel at 1pm on Tuesday, November 29, 2011. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S4, Mission Services of London, 415 Hamilton Road, London, ON N5Z 1S1 or to the charity of your choice. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com