Services & Obituaries

SHEA: Colleen…
In London on Sunday, May 29, 2011, Mary Colleen Shea of London in her 41st year. Loving mother of Cassandra and Will Shea. Dear daughter of William and Mary Shea. Dear sister of Robert Shea, his wife Tami and their children Tiara and Cannon. A Private family visitation was held at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London with cremation following at Woodland Crematorium, London. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

SCOTT, Eva Helen (nee Pelley)…Suddenly at University Hospital, London on Saturday, May 28, 2011. Eva Helen (Pelley) Scott in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Jim Scott. Dear mother of Janet Burrell and her husband John, and Jean Tripp both of London. Dear grandmother of Greg Burrell, Hayley Burrell and James Tripp and his wife Sarah. Nana to Glenn and Shirley. Dear sister of Leo Pelley, Bill Pelley and his wife Marie all of Nova Scotia. Predeceased by her son-in-law Wayne Tripp, her brothers Simon, Russell and Lloyd Pelley and her sisters Lottie Pelley, Nina McPherson, Violet Williams, Margaret Boudreau and Mabel Pelley. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family on Monday, May 30, 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, May 31, 2011 at 1:00pm. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Patient Assistance Program at London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road, East, London, ON N6C 2R6 Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

London Free Press

ZULIANI: Amerigo
In his 97th year, with his son Bruce at his bedside at McCormick Home, London, the Lord, his Saviour, gently took to Himself, Amerigo Zuliani, on May 24, 2011. Originally of Thunder Bay, Amerigo and his wife Lucy moved to London in 1992. He always lived life simply, ready to extend a helping hand to family and friends and his fatherly devotion and love will be deeply missed by his son. He was predeceased by his parents Rosina and Giuseppe Zuliani, Lucy, his wife of 62 years, brorther Brini Zulani and sister Inez Trevisanutto. He will be sadly missed by sister Cecelia Passador and brother Louis (Dina) of Thunder Bay and brother Gino (Anita) of Sudbury as well as In-Laws Jim and Catherine Scavarelli of Thunder Bay and Robert and Marilyn Colosimo of Whitby as well as several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by Bruce from 10:00 am on Friday May 27th at St. George Catholic Church, 1164 Commissioners Road West, London where a funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am. Private interment ceremony at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer Outreach Services of McCormick Home, 2022 Kains Road, London, ON N6K 0A8 or the charity of your choice. (A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184) On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

Thunder Bay Chronicle Journal

ZULIANI: Amerigo
In his 97th year, with his son Bruce at his bedside at McCormick Home, London, the Lord, his Savour, gently took to Himself, Amerigo Zuliani, on May 24, 2011. Originally of Thunder Bay, Amerigo and his wife Lucy moved to London, Ontario in 1992. To his family and many friends, Amerigo was affectionately known by his nickname “Smergs”. Born in Fort William, Amerigo married Lucy Colosimo in 1944 and for several years ran his own Confectionary and Billiard Hall on McTavish Street before converting the business space in to an apartment for his parents Rosina and Giuseppe Zuliani who lived there for 17 years. He later worked as a milkman for Kellogg’s Dairy and prior to his retirement worked at Breeny’s Auto Body Shop. While in Thunder Bay, Smergs served as an active member of the Principe Di Piemonte Society, the East End Athletic Association and the Worker’s Co-operative of Consumers Grocery Store. He lived life simply, ready to extend a helping hand to family and friends and his fatherly devotion and love will be deeply missed by his son. He is predeceased by his parents Rosina and Giuseppe Zuliani, Lucy, his wife of 62 years, brother Brini Zuliani and sister Inez Trevisanutto. He will be sadly missed by sister Cecelia Passador and brother Louis (Dina) of Thunder Bay and brother Gino (Anita) of Sudbury, In-Laws Jim and Catherine Scavasrelli of Thunder Bay and Robert and Marilyn Colosimo of Whitby as well as several nieces and nephews. The funeral mass will be celebrated on May 27th at St. George Catholic Church in London, with interment in the family plot at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. (A. Millard George Funeral Home, London entrusted with arrangements 1-877-246-7186) On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

HORVATH, Ferenc……

Suddenly in London on Sunday, May 22, 2011, Ferenc Horvath in his 25th year. Beloved son of Annette Horvath and Frank Horvath. Cherished brother of Romika Katz and her husband Jacob and Andraya Horvath and her fiancé Jesse Milley. Dear grandson of Romana Horvath. Also missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Predeceased by his grandfather Frank Horvath, and his grandparents George and Yvonne Ducharme. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 6-9pm on Thursday, May 26, 2011 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A celebration of Ferenc’s life will be held on Friday, May 27, 2011 at 2:00pm at Open Door Christian Fellowship, 940 Dundas Street, London, with Pastor Howard Katz officiating. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Open Door Christian Fellowship – Memorial Fund, 940 Dundas Street, London, ON N5W 3A1. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

LAMONT, Eugene….

Peacefully surrounded by his family and friends at University Hospital, London on Sunday, May 22, 2011, Eugene T. “Gene” Lamont of London in his 96th year. Cherished uncle of Susan Halabourda and her husband Brian and their sons David and Andrew of Surrey, B.C. Also missed by his cousins and many close friends. Predeceased by his parents John and Bertha Lamont, his brother Jack Lamont, sister-in-law Pat Lamont, and his nephew Michael Lamont. Cremation with interment in Oakland Cemetery, Glencoe, Ontario. A celebration of Gene’s life will be held on Sunday, June 26, 2011 from 1-4pm, at the Westland Building, 156 Wortley Road, London. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. (A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with cremation arrangements 519-433-5184) Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

MILLER, Betty Lou

With dignity and grace, Mom passed away peacefully at home in the early morning hours of Saturday, May 21, 2011 with her devoted and loving husband Edward (Ted) at her side. Betty Lou Miller in her 81st year. We lost a cherished and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and sister -in-law. Mom and Dad recently celebrated 60 years of love and true devotion. They cherished each other. Adored mother of Jennifer Gillies, Libby and Adrian Vander Vloet, Jamie Miller and Rita Nielson. Loving grandmother of Michael and Sarah, Sarah and Scott, Manda, Jamie and Michelle, Jessica and Matthew. Proud great-grandmother of Adam, Branden, Haley and Samantha. Loved sister of Margaret and Bob Dollar, Allick and Leny Miller, and Edna Miller. Also missed by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her beloved parents Madeline and Oliver Mowat. Friends will be received by the family on Tuesday, May 24, 2011 from 7-9 pm and Wednesday, May 25, 2011 from 12-1 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, May 25, 2011 at 1:00pm with Reverend Dr. Kate Crawford officiating. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the United Way of London & Middlesex, 409 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S5. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

CREASER, Reverend Hugh MacMillan…
Peacefully at Westmount One, Montreal, Quebec, on Tuesday, May 17, 2011, Reverend Hugh MacMillan Creaser, formerly of London, in his 94th year. Beloved husband of Alice C. (Lethbridge) Creaser. Loving father of Robert Creaser of St. Thomas, Janet Creaser Hutchins and her husband Tim of Westmount QC, and Evelyn Creaser- Rumley and her partner Doug Balfour of Vancouver BC. Proud grandfather of Will Hutchins and Julia Rumley. Cherished brother of Ruth Cook of Lunenburg/Bedford NS. Also missed by his niece Ann and nephews Anthony and Jay. Dear father-in-law of Harry Rumley. Predeceased by his son Hugh David Creaser and his brother Robert W. Creaser.
Born in Five Houses, in Lower LaHave NS, Hugh grew up in this idyllic seaside spot, where, as a child, he wandered with his sister Ruth and brother Bob up over the blackberry hills by the shoreline, rowed a dory before he rode a bike, sailed with his sail making father in the waters off Dublin Shore, and skated and jumped ice cakes on the frozen LaHave River. He attended a one room school until grade 8, continuing at Riverport High School, and completed grade 12 by correspondence, graduating as the highest provincial scholar.
Part of a musical family, gifted as a classical pianist and organist, and also having the ability to play by ear, he entertained at the playhouse in Riverport, worked as a Sunday School pianist and substitute organist at Rose Bay, and played as organist at Acadia Chapel, Wolfville and Knox College, Toronto.
Called to the ministry after graduation in Honours Greek and English from Acadia University in 1938 (where he was nominated to be a Rhodes Scholar), he earned a Theology Degree in 1941 from Knox College, University of Toronto.
Ordained as a Presbyterian Minister in Tyne Valley PEI, Hugh ministered with great dedication in Durham NS, St. Andrew’s Church Ottawa, Greenoch Church St. Andrew’s NB, First Church New Glasgow NS (his “golden years”, where he raised his family), Trinity Church Amherstview ON, Alma Street Church St. Thomas ON, and finally Duart ON.
Upon retirement in 1984 he settled in London ON, and remained very active in his church life, as a member of Westmount Presbyterian Church, as an enthusiastic tenor in the church choir, (and in the Aylmer Concert Singers) and as a guest preacher until his 80s. He was an eager volunteer in hospitals, music festivals, and school literacy programs. As a dedicated Kiwanian, he acted as Middlesex London Kiwanis Club pianist for 20 years. He also served as President and Chaplain of Kiwanian Club. He was chosen “Senior Star” at the Riverside Retirement Residence his home in 2009-2010, a proud moment for him. He was a regular attendee of concerts and Stratford Festival Performances until he moved with his wife in 2010 to Montreal.
As a “man of words” he loved poetry, literature and plays, and could quote extensively from memory.
As a “man of music” he played passionately and listened to and rejoiced in the music of the great composers. He lovingly nurtured his family in their own musical and personal growth.
As a “man of the spirit” he loved the beauty of Nature and of people. With boundless energy and the strength of his religious conviction, he gave his time and concern to countless people throughout his congregations and elsewhere.
A testament to his strength and one of his happiest moments was his recent road trip in March to Nova Scotia where he celebrated the 100th birthday of his dear sister Ruth.
Hugh will be remembered and sorely missed by his loving family and many friends across Canada for his warmth and vitality, his wit and intellect, his kindness and sensitivity, his ability to talk with conviction about many subjects, and his passion for life.
Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at 1pm, at Westmount Presbyterian Church, 521 Village Green Avenue (at Wonderland Road South) , with Reverend Michael Stol officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Westmount Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, 521 Village Green Avenue, London ON N6K 1G3 or Middlesex Kiwanis Bequest and Endowment Fund, 78 Riverside Drive, London ON N6H 1B4. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

BARR, Susan Elizabeth

Suddenly at her home on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 Susan Elizabeth (Holland) Barr in her 65th year. Devoted and loving mother of Erik Barr (Darlene) of Wolfville, NS, Ian Barr (Trish) of Guelph, Andrew Barr (Ju-Lee) of London, Roshana Ottley (Harold) of London and Mera Barr of Toronto. Loving Nana of Harrison, Emma, Ethan, Kate, Ella, Hannah and Joshua. Dear sister of Sharon Link (Doug) of Parry Sound, Anne Hook (Andy) of Kitchener. Former wife of David Barr. She will be greatly missed by many relatives and friends. Friends will be received by the family on Friday, May 20, 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 Saturday, May 21, 2011 at 10:00 am with Reverend Gordon Duncan officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street North, London, ON N6B 3H8. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

NEILL, Robert “Bob”……

Suddenly at Victoria Hospital, London, on Tuesday, May 17, 2011, Robert “Bob” Neill in his 77th year. Beloved husband of Colleen (Shaw) Richens and the late Harriet (Goodall) Neill (2004). Loving father of Ellen Olech (Joe), Ralph Neill, Susan Neill and step-father of Deborah Kittmer (Steve), Nancy Glutek (Dave) and Bob Richens (Felice). Cherished papa of Alex and Ryan. Dear brother of Eleanor Parkinson. Also missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Thursday, May 19, 2011 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the celebration of Bob’s life will be conducted in the chapel on Friday, May 20, 2011 at 11:00am, with Reverend Catherine Tovell officiating. Cremation with 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 or the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London ON N6B 1S4. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

BEAVON, Alan Robert

Suddenly in Niagra Falls on Monday, May 16, 2011, Alan Robert Beavon in his 53rd year. Loving father of Darcy Beavon and deeply missed by Darcy’s mother Kathryn Beavon. Dear brother of Steven Beavon, Nigel Beavon and his wife Sheilagh, all of London. Also missed by his niece Bridget Wood and nephew Matthew Wood. Predeceased by his beloved parents Kenneth and Doreen Beavon. Alan will be sorely missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins and very close friends. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Thursday, May 19, 2011 and 1-2pm on Friday, May 20, 2011 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the celebration of Alan’s life will be conducted in the chapel on Friday, May 20, 2011 at 2:00pm, with Reverend Charles J. Scott officiating. Cremation with interment to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3 or to the Charity of your choice. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com