Services & Obituaries

OSBOURNE, Vera Alydia

Peacefully at Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, London on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 Vera A. Osbourne in her 94th year. Beloved daughter of the late Isaiah and Olga (Forte) Osbourne. Vera is survived by many good friends. She is predeceased by her brother Dighton and her sister Gwendolyn. She was a teacher in St. Lucia before her training to become a nurse in England. Vera worked as a nurse in Thunder Bay and later at the Stratford General Hospital. She retired in 1982 and moved to London. Vera was a life long member of the Free Methodist Church and taught Sunday School at the Free Methodist Church in London. Friends will be received by the family on Saturday, February 18, 2012 from 9:30 -10:30 am (1 hour prior) at the Free Methodist Church, 402 Commissioners Rd. W., London where the funeral service will be conducted on Saturday at 10:30 am with Reverend Terry Mowat officiating. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Free Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 402 Commissioners Rd. W. London, ON N6J 1Y3 would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

WHITEMAN, Dr. Duart “Dewey” E….Peacefully at Grand Wood Park Retirement Residence, London on Monday, February 13, 2012, Dr. Duart Whiteman in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Barbara (Tilley) Whiteman for 60 years. Loving father of Robert Whiteman. Dear brother-in-law of Michael Trottier and Jane Tilley. Dear uncle of Bonnye McMillan of Florida. Predeceased by his son Douglas, and sister Delores. Graduated high school in Midland, Ontario. Graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry at University of Toronto in 1950. Dr. Whiteman was an active member of the Canadian and Ontario Dental Associations. He served as President of London and District Dental Association, the Western Ontario Dental Study Group and Rotary Club of London. He also taught at the Faculty of Dentisty, University of Western Ontario. He had a dental practice in London for close to 50 years. He was a member of the Alpine Ski Club and his enthusiasms included golf, water skiing, wind surfing, boating, scuba diving. He loved his life at their year-round chalet on Lake Eugenia. Duart and Barbara travelled to over 60 countries for holidays. The family would like to thank the staff at Grand Wood Park for their care and support and also thank special care-givers Shirley, Alma, Seena, and Rose. As an expression of sympathy, donations to Parkinsons Society of Southwestern Ontario 4500 Blakie Road, Unit 117, London, Ontario, N6L 1G5 A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with cremation arrangements. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

Peacefully at Longworth Long Term Care, London on Saturday, February 11, 2012 Hazel R. A. (Clifford) Quellin in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Sydney Ernest Quellin (1998). Hazel is fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister Alice and brothers Ralph, Kenneth and Chester. Hazel was born in Putnam, Ontario to Robert and Alma Clifford. She enjoyed a lengthy career with the London Life Insurance Company and was a long time member of Metropolitan United Church, London. A special thank you to the staff at Longworth Retirement Residence, Grandwood Retirement Residence and Longworth Long Term Care (Daisy) for their exceptional care, patience and compassion over the past several years. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, February 16 , 2012 from 12:30 -1:30pm (1 hour prior) at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where a memorial service will be conducted in the chapel on Thursday at 1:30pm with Reverend Dr. Jeffrey P. Crittenden officiating. Inurnment in Dorchester Union Cemetery, Dorchester. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Metropolitan United Church, 468 Wellington Street, London, ON N6A 3P8 would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

MICKLE: Hilda
At Parkwood Hospital, London on Friday, February 10, 2012. Hilda Ethel (McCormick) Mickle of London in her 91st year. Beloved wife of William “Bill” Mickle. Dear step-mother of Brian Mickle and his wife Lori of London, Tim Mickle of Leamington, David Mickle and his wife Liane of London and Jeff Mickle of London. Also loved by her grandchildren , her great-granddaughter, her sister-in-law Paulina McCormick of London and her daughter-in-law Marolyn Pilgrim. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her son Robert B. Pilgrim, her brothers Harold and Andrew, McCormick, her sister Phyllis Sussex and her brother-in-law Dr. Robert Sussex. Hilda founded the Maple Leaf Chapter of the 99’s and was East Canada Section Governor 1970- 1972.She also belonged to the Florida Grasshoppers, COPA and Silver Wings. She and Joan Corbett flew and completed the 1970 Angel Derby from Toronto Island to Nassau Bahamas. She also held a Commercial Pilots Licence, Instrument Rating and Instructors Course. Friends will be received by the family from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Tuesday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Wednesday, February 15th at 11:00 a.m. Cremation to follow with interment of cremated remains in St. Anne’s Anglican Church Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S4 or the charity of your choice. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

CANDY, Gordon Arthur

At his residence on Friday February 10, 2012 Gordon A. Candy in his 66th year. Survived by his parents Beverley Smith (late Glen) and Gordon Candy Sr. (Sue). Dear father of Steven Candy and his wife Hyemin. Loved grandfather of Alana and Alexander. Remembered by Steven’s mother Sandra (Passmore) Candy. Dear brother of William Candy (Elizabeth), Douglas Candy (Karen), Lynn Timmins (Thomas) and Ruth Reynard. Also survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, uncles and cousins. Gordon will be fondly remembered by the Han family in Korea. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 from 12:30 – 1:30 pm (1 hour prior) at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where a memorial service will be conducted in the chapel on Wednesday at 1:30 pm with Reverend Baddrie Jones officiating. Interment later in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation150-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3 would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

BEUTLER: Walter
At University Hospital, London on Thursday, February 9, 2012. Walter Robert Karl Beutler of Denfield, in his 77th year. Loving son of the late Helene and Walter Beutler. Friends will be received at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday, February 20th from 10:00 to 11:00 am. where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at 11:00 am. Cremation to follow at Woodland Crematorium, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

WHITMAN, Ardyth Anne (Stewart)…Peacefully at University Hospital, London, on Wednesday, February 8, 2012, Ardyth Whitman in her 81st year. Beloved wife of Dr. Clyde S. Whitman for 57 years. Dear mother of Karen Hoke of San Francisco, Reford Whitman and his wife Anne of Kelowna, BC and Scott Whitman of London. Loved grandmother of 6 grandchildren. Also survived by her daughter-in-law Dana Whitman. Predeceased by her son Dr. Stewart Whitman of Ottawa and her brother Sutherland Stewart (Heather). Ardyth was an R.N. and a graduate of the Montreal General Hospital School of Nursing, class of 1953. She was recognized for her expertise in interior design and a gracious host. She was an ardent bridge player and was known to be involved in eight bridge clubs over many years. Cremation has taken place. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date. Burial will be at St. Annes Anglican Church Cemetery. At the request of the deceased there will be no funeral home visitation or service. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 150 – 633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3, St. Anne’s Anglican Church (Byron), 1344 Commissioners Road West, London, ON N6K 1E1 or London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Road, London, ON N5V 3K5 would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, London 519-433-5184.

CORRIGAN, Leo…..

A Doctor of Veterinarian Medicine, a Vegetarian since 1952.
Peacefully supported by Love, on Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at People Care Oakcrossing, London, Leo Corrigan in his 91st year. Beloved husband for 66 years of the late Catherine (McDonald) Corrigan (December 7, 2011). Loving father of Terry Corrigan (Helen) of Bracebridge, Colleen Smith (Ed) of London, Ed Corrigan (Wendy), and Teresa Corrigan-Holowitz (Steve) all of London. Predeceased by his son Pat Corrigan (1967). Ed Rozman, good friend of Leo and Catherine. Cherished grandfather of Christie, Lisa, Anne Marie, Michael, LeeAnne, and Adam and great-grandfather of Satya. Dear brother of Vince Corrigan (Pearl) and Helen Felker (Sam). Also loved by special friend, Sporty the dog. The family would like to thank the staff of People Care Oakcrossing for their understanding and compassion. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 9:30-11:00am on Saturday, March 24, 2012 at the Church of the Epiphany, 11 Briscoe Street West, London, where a celebration of Leo’s life will be conducted at 11:00am. Interment in White Oaks Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Farm Animal Rescue, 803 Waterloo Street, London ON N6A 3W5 or Church of the Epiphany – Elevator Project, 11 Briscoe Street West, London ON N6J 1L9. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

ENGLAND, Ella Lovering (Ballantyne)…

Peacefully at Richmond Woods, London in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Nelles John England for 65 years. Loving mother of Sandra and her husband Rick Aldington, Graham England and his wife Linda and Jennifer and her husband Robert Brown. Cherished grandmother of Michelle (Andrew), Scott (Kalen), Lori, Jennifer, Mark, Craig, Derek (Lauren), Jessica and Graeme. Loved great-grandmother of Benjamin and Nadia. Predeceased by her sister Margaret and brothers Stewart, Edward, James, Ripley and Thomas. Ella served with the the Y.W.C.A. Auxiliary Services during World War II in Canada, St. John’s, Newfoundland and London, England. Known to all as “Mrs. E.” Ella was an enthusiastic golfer, curler and bridge player. Past President of the Ladies Section of Sunningdale and London Hunt and Country Clubs. The family will receive friends from 12 (noon) – 1pm on Monday, February 13, 2012 , at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at 1:00pm. Cremation with interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to First St. Andrews United Church, 350 Queens Avenue, London, ON N6B 1X6 or the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S4. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

FULTON, Chris…….

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing on Monday, February 6, 2012 of Christopher Fulton in his 39th year. Loving husband of Teresa (Sommers) Fulton, together for 15 years. Will be missed and are waiting at the front door, by Maggie the Golden Doodle, Molly the Cockapoo, and Marley the cat, which made our family of five. Proud son of Margaret Dobson and her husband Noah of Victoria B.C. Predeceased by his father John Fulton. Beloved brother of Lesley Readings and the late Gig Reading (2008), Dave Fulton and his wife Charmain, all of London and Wendy Fulton and her partner James Verran of Galiano Island, B.C. Cherished son-in-law of Hank and Judy Sommers, greatly missed by his brother-in-law Marty Sommers and his wife Kelly of London. Dear uncle of Drew, Ben, Holly, Sydney, Brooke, Thomas, Quentin, and Olivia. Chris was an avid golfer, and had a healthy obsession with the Detroit Tigers. He was a self taught handyman always willing to help a stranger, friend or family member in need. But most importantly he was my partner in all things. The family would like to express their deepest sorrow for the other lives lost and our prayers are with the injured and all their families. A special thanks for the emergency personal for their heroic efforts. Friends will be received by the family from 5-9pm on Friday, February 10, 2012 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where a memorial service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 11:00am. There will be a Private family interment. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Paws-United Dog Rescue, c/o Market Pet Shop, 26 Kilworth Park Drive, Komoka ON N0L 1R0, would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com