Services & Obituaries

LESSICK, Joshua…..

Peacefully and bravely, in the arms of his parents, who never left his side, at Victoria Hospital, London, on Thursday, July 28, 2011, Joshua Robert Lessick at the age of 10 weeks, 2 days. Beloved son of Kelly (Thistle) and Marty Lessick. Dear grandson of Alice Reid and the late Lanny Thistle. Cherished nephew of Lanny Thistle Jr. He will be missed by his family and friends. Joshua was a strong and a brave little boy, who never gave up, he will be in our hearts forever. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Monday, August 1, 2011 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A private family service will be conducted on Tuesday, August 2, 2011. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, 307 Commissioners Road West, London ON, N6J 1Y4. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

HUNTER, Bill….

Peacefully at University Hospital, London, on Monday, July 25, 2011, William “Bill” James Hunter in his 67th year. Beloved son of Ethel Hunter and the late Stan Hunter. Loving brother of Bob Hunter and his wife Marion and Helen Lorette and the late Clarence all of London. Dear uncle of Richard (Gina), Rob, Mike, Chris and great-uncle of Jake, Kaylee, Brooklyn, Noah and Hunter. Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, London, with Reverend Douglas R. G. Story officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

SHAW, John……

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London, on Sunday, July 24, 2011, John Shaw in his 72nd year. Beloved friend of Graham George. Predeceased by his parents Velma and Fred. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 27, 2011 at 1:00pm at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, 303 Riverside Drive, London (please meet at cemetery office). A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements, 519-433-5184. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

HILDERING, John…”In my Father’s house are many mansions, I go there to prepare a place for you.” On Saturday, July 23, 2011 the Lord in His infinite wisdom called home His servant, John Hildering in this 88th year. Beloved husband of Nellie Hildering (nee DeWeger-Schuling). Predeceased by his first wife Riek Hildering (nee Heyerman) and his son Dwight Hildering. Dear father of Scott and Nancy Hildering, father-in-law of Teresa Hildering of Millgrove, also loved by his children; Diana & Michael Miedema of Pt. Stanley, Ronald & Doreen DeWeger of Pt. Stanley, Marsha & Bernard Miedema of Exeter. Beloved Opa of Catherine Hildering & J.J. Brill, Rachel Hildering, Melissa & Craig Gagnon, Christina & Luke Holst, Andrew Hildering, Matthew & Laura Miedema, Danielle & Peter Reid, Patrick & Danielle Miedema, Adam DeWeger & Emily Woudstra, Jordan DeWeger, Alycia & Dick Visser, Meaghan Miedema & Matthew Barlow, Tyler Miedema, Nikki Miedema & Jordan Kuipers and one great grandchild, Aliya Reid. Dear brother of Anna Pieters, St. Thomas and Lex & Ido Hildering, Cees Endeveld, Holland. Predeceased by his brother Piet Hildering, sister-in-law Cato Hildering and brother-in-law Herman Pieters. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Resting at the A. Millard George Funeral Home until Tuesday afternoon, July 26th and then to the First Christian Reformed Church, 75 Blackfriars Street, London for funeral services on at 1:30 pm. Interment at Siloam Cemetery. Visitation on Monday, July 25 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm & 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Remembrances may be made to the “Christian Reformed World Relief Committee”, 3475 MainwaySTN LCD 1, Burlington, ON L7R 3Y8 in lieu of flowers. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

GOULD: Barrie
At Parkwood Hospital, London on Wednesday, July 20, 2011. George Barrie Gould of London in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Helen Olive (Wright) Gould. Dear step-father of Sandra Edgar and her husband Jim, Janis Millman and her husband Maynard all of Oakville, Stephen Kerr and his wife Cheryl of London and Robert Kerr and his partner Jo-Anne of Strathroy. Also loved by his 12 step-grandchildren and 11 step-great-grandchildren. Friends will be received by the family 1 hour prior (12 noon to 1:00 pm) to the funeral service being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday, July 25th at 1:00 pm. Cremation and inurnment to follow at a later date in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations made to the Alzheimer Society of London, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1 On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

CUMMINGS, Eileen……

Peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, on Wednesday, July 20, 2011, Eileen G. (McCready) Cummings of London in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Reverend Dr. Ralph J. Cummings (1997). Loving step-mother of Kent Cummings and his wife Mimi of Oakville. Cherished grandmother of Katherine Cummings. Dear sister of Gordon McCready and his wife Lucette of Toronto and Nell Andrews of Belleville. Also missed by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by step-daughter Elizabeth Ann Cummings and brother-in-law Frank Andrews. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm, on Friday, July 22, 2011 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, July 23, 2011 at 10:30am with Reverend Sheldon W. Dyck officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to charity of your choice. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

SERSHALL: Wayne…Suddenly in Wittier, Alaska on Wednesday, July 13, 2011 Wayne Sershall of London in his 66th year. Beloved husband of Sandra (Ashton) Sershall. Dear father of Ian Sershall and his wife Donna. Dear brother of Carol Moore and her husband Brian. Dear brother-in-law of Sean Ashton and his wife Dar. Also loved by his several nieces and nephews and a great-niece. Pre-deceased by Harry and Gwen Sershall. Friends will be received by the family at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Friday, August 12th. A memorial service will be held at Wesley-Knox United Church, 91 Askin Street, London, on Saturday, August 13th at 1:00 pm. Cremation has taken place and interment will follow at a later date in Park Lawn Cemetery, Toronto. A masonic service will be held in the chapel on Friday at 6:30 pm under the auspices of Nilestown Masonic Lodge No. 345 A.F. & A.M. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 21 Grosvenor Street, London, ON N6A 4V2 On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

PRITCHARD: Erma
Peacefully after a courageous battle, at Victoria Hospital, London on Monday July 11, 2011. Erma Isabella (McConnell) Pritchard of London in her 91st year. Loving mother of Holly Pritchard who will miss her deeply. Only daughter of the late Reverend William and Irene McConnell. Loving aunt of Patricia Shapcott and Bob Pritchard. She will be missed by her many friends. Erma was a dedicated member and elder of St. Lawrence Presbyterian Church, served with the Canadian Women’s Army Corps during World War II and was a retired teacher with the London Board of Education. Friends will be received by the family from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Thursday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Friday, July 15th at 1:30 pm. Cremation to follow with interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Memorial Fund of St. Lawrence Presbyterian Church, 910 Huron Street, London, ON N5Y 4K4 or the charity of your choice. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

YATES, Hester Henrietta…
Peacefully at Kensington Village Retirement Home, London on Monday, July 11, 2011 Hester H. (Acres) Yates in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Vernon F. W. Yates (1985). Most loved mother of Sandra Gosnell and Susan and Gary Day. Dear half-sister of George (Barb) and Jimmy (Jean) Acres, Evelyn Maginnis (Art) and Lois Zilke (Alan). Also survived by her grandchildren Andrea Neilson (Gareth), Kate Chadwick (Andy) and Erin O’Leary (Ryan O’ Driscoll) and great grandchildren Austin and Hannah Neilson and Adam and Myles Chadwick as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and great nephews. Predeceased by Norman and Grant Acres and half sister Jackie Weiler (Raymond). Special thanks to the staff at Kensington Village, especially Darlene, Phyllis and Roger. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, July 13, 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 Thursday, July 14, 2011 at 11:00 am with Reverend David J. Norton officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Daily Bread St. Paul’s Cathedral, 472 Richmond Street, London, ON N6A 3E6 or Animalert P.O. box 24042, London, ON N6H 5C4 would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

STEPHEN, Ivan Ellis…Peacefully surronded by his family at LHSC Victoria Hospital on July 9, 2011 in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Amanda. Loving father of Julian, Evette, Carlton, Dianne (Allan), Cathy (Jim) of London. Allan and Carl of Tobago. Stepfather to Wayne (Marcia) of Edmonton and Clyde and Sherine (Kevin) of London. Dear brother of Haynes, Ulreka, Sylvette, Godwin and the late Stanley of Tobago. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South on July 15, 2011 at 10:00 am. Followed by service at 11:00 am. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to a charity of your choice.