Services & Obituaries

PROUT, Donald Francis

It is with great sadness after a courageous battle with cancer that Don passed away on December 12, 2011, at the age of 70, at Victoria Hospital, London. He never gave up hope and he never gave up his fight. Loving husband of Judy Campbell and father of Wendy Hofner (Roland), Susanne Young (Jim), Heather Hodgins (Clint) and grandfather of Daniel, Grace, Shannon, Rachael, Adam, Colton. Brother of Jim (Jean), Marie Poole (Jim), Teresa Garnham (Lee), Leo (Evonne), Vin (Penny), sister-in-laws Marion Prout and Barb Coughlin. Predeceased by his parents John and Beatrice, brother Jack and brother-in-law Don Coughlin. He will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A memorial mass will be held at St. Justin’s Catholic Church, 855 Jalna Boulevard, London on Thursday, December 15, 2011 at 11:00 am with Reverend Dan Vere officiating. A private family interment will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1 or the V.O.N., 1151 Florence Street, Suite 100, London, ON N5W 2M7 would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, London 519-433-5184. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

CROSS: John
Peacefully, surrounded by his family, at Victoria Hospital, London on Wednesday, December 7, 2011. John Leonard Cross of London in his 81st. year. Beloved husband of Mary L. (Pratt) Cross. Dear father of Brenda Martin (Doug) of Toronto, Brian Cross, and Darlene ten Haaf (Harry) both of London. Dear brother of Leita Kerfoot (Clarence), Lila Powers both of Smiths Falls, Lois Brown (Kenneth) of St. Marys, Freda Mayhew (Don) and Marilyn Kelly both of Smiths Falls. Predeceased by his brothers Larry, Lloyd and Glenn Cross. Dear brother-in-law of Barbara Cross and Edith Farrow. Also loved by his grandchildren, Ashley, Rochelle and Derek ten Haaf and many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Sunday, December 11th at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Funeral service will be conducted at Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, 111 Elmwood Avenue, London on Monday, December 12th at 11:00 am. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, 111 Elmwood Avenue, London, ON N6C 1J4 or London Health Sciences Foundation, Dialysis Unit, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

CORRIGAN, Catherine…..

Peacefully surrounded by Love, on Wednesday, December 7, 2011, at People Care Oakcrossing, London, Catherine (McDonald) Corrigan in her 91st year. Beloved wife and life partner of Leo Corrigan for 66 years. Loving mother Terry Corrigan (Helen) of Bracebridge, Colleen Smith (Ed), Ed Corrigan (Wendy), and Teresa Corrigan-Holowitz (Stephen) all of London. Predeceased by her son Pat Corrigan (1967). Cherished Nana of Christie, Lisa, Anne Marie, Michael, LeeAnne, and Adam and great-nana of Satya. Dear sister-in-law of Vince Corrigan (Pearl) and Helen Felker (Sam). Predeceased by her siblings Francis, Tommy, Jack, Marie, Madeline and Mary. Also missed by special friend, Sporty the dog. The family would like to thank the staff of Inspirit Residence and People Care Oakcrossing for their care and compassion. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 9:30-11:00am on Saturday, December 17, 2011 at the Church of the Epiphany, 11 Briscoe Street West, London, where a celebration of Catherine’s life will be conducted in the Sanctuary at 11:00am. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Church of the Epiphany – Elevator Project or the Outreach Fund, 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

ZIMMERMANN, Lillian Marguerite…Peacefully at Dearness Home, London on Tuesday, December 6, 2011, Lillian Zimmermann in her 79th year. Beloved wife of the late Hermann Zimmermann. Loving mother of Beverly Dodman and her husband Randy of London. Predeceased by her daughter Marlene Anne Sutton. Also missed by her grandchildren Carrie Dodman and her husband Mike Peacock, Brandon Dodman and his wife Laura, Anita Sutton and her partner Aaron Ross, and Kurtis Sutton and by her great-grandchildren Ethan and Avery Golovchenko. Dear sister of Richard Loesch of Calgary. Also missed by her nieces Karen Pollock and Thea Sauter and son-in-law Jim Sutton. Friends will be received by the family on Monday, December 12, 2011 from 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 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at 11:00 am. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to Wellspring London, 231 Hyman Street, London, ON N6A 1N6, would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

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