Services & Obituaries

FRY, Gordon Edwin

Suddenly at University Hospital, London on Friday, March 25, 2011 Gordon E. Fry in his 85th year. Beloved son of the late Harry and Vera Fry. Dear brother of Dorothy Fleming-Needham of London. Loved by his nieces Debbie, Jackie, Cindy and Pamela and nephew David. Also survived by many great nieces and great nephews. Predeceased by his brother-in-law and best friend Bill Needham (2005). Gordon sold newspapers for 40 years at the corner of Yonge and Eglinton in Toronto. Friends will be received by the family on Tuesday, March 29, 2011 from 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be conducted from All Saints Anglican Church, 249 Hamilton Road (at Inkerman Street), London on Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at 1:00 pm with Reverend Peter J. Leonard officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Epilepsy Support Centre, 234 Riverside Drive, London, ON N6H 1E6 would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

NELLIGAN: Elizabeth
At Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, London on Wednesday, March 23, 2011. Elizabeth (Barber) Nelligan of London in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Patrick J. Nelligan. Dear mother of Anne Shultz and her husband Jim of Dunrobin and Roger Richards and his wife Candice of London. Dear mother-in-law of Margareth Richards of London. Loving grandmother of Tony, Thomas, Lee, Kate, Jasen, Jeffrey and James. Dear sister of Fred Barber and his wife Mary of London. Dear sister-in-law of Marjorie Barber of London. Dear step-mother of Janice Landell and her husband David, Kate Nelligan, Terry Zimmer and her husband Martin and Mary-Jo Jansenburger and her husband Bill and their children. Predeceased by her son Glenn Richards, her brother Frank Barber and her step-son Father Joseph Nelligan. Loving Aunt Bett to Lynn , Jill , Janet and Steven. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 9:00 am to 10:00 am Saturday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the memorial service will be conducted in the chapel at 10:00 am. Interment to follow in St. Peter’s Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1 or the charity of your choice. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

HEPBURN, Donna J…..Peacefully at her residence on Sunday, March 20th, 2011 Donna J. (Elkin) Hepburn of London in her 69th year. Beloved wife of Dennis M. Hepburn. Dear mother of Jonathan and Kaila Hepburn both of London. Dear daughter of the late Gordon and Jean Elkin. Dear sister of Laura Underall and her husband Dr. Rod Underall of Fort Langley, B.C. Dear aunt of Ian, Michael and Meredeth Underall. The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Thursday, March 24th at 12:30 p.m. Interment in Oakland of Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London N6A 3A1. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

STROUDE, Josephine Anne…..After a lengthy illness on Saturday, March 19, 2011, Josephine Stroude peacefully passed away at Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, London in her 67th year. Mother of Jacki Wise and grandmother to Amber and Corey Wise. Predeceased by her mother and father Patrick and Beryl MacLeish and her brothers Basil and David MacLeish of Grenada, W.I. Surviving siblings are Peter MacLeish, Michael MacLeish, Anthony MacLeish and Mary Cherman. Beloved Aunt to many neices and nephews. Special thank you to the kind and caring staff at Mount Hope. Small memorial service to be held at Mount Hope Chapel, 200 College Avenue, London on Thursday, March 24, 2011 at 11:00am. Interment in Grenada at a later date. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 21 Grosvenor Street, London, Ontario, N6A 4V2 in Josephine’s name. (A. Millard George Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements 519-433-5184)

JONES: Rhys
At Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, on Friday March 18, 2011 Rhys Jonathan Pryce Jones, beloved infant son of Craig and Greta Jones of London. Dear brother of Sidney. Loving grandson of Robert and Noreen Jones and Aniko Ersek. Dear nephew of Jeff and Rebecca and Michael. Also loved by his cousin Alexanderia. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday, March 28th at 3:00 pm with Reverend Dr. Gary Nicolosi of St. James Westminster Anglican Church officiating. Friends who wish may make memorial donations to Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation, 1001 – 522 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5R 1W7 On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

LEE, Ernest William…..Peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, London on Friday, March 18, 2011, Ernest W. (Ernie) Lee of London in his 90th year. Beloved husband of Margaret (Ferguson) Lee and the late Margaret (Needham) Lee (1957). Dear father of Ian Lee of London, David Lee of Victoria, BC and Peggy McKenna and her husband Joe of East Lawrencetown, NS. Also loved by his grandchildren Ryan and Ian McKenna of East Lawrencetown, NS. Dear brother of Joy Stone of Winnipeg, MB. Predeceased by his sister Pat Williams. Mr. Lee served overseas as a pilot with #435 RCAF Squadron. He had a lifetime career as a press photographer at the London Free Press. Friends will be received by the family on Monday, March 21, 2011 from 2-4 and 7-9pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be conducted at the Salvation Army, London Citadel, 555 Springbank Drive, London on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at 11:00am. Private family interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London ON or the charity of your choice. A Masonic Service under the auspices of King Solomon’s Lodge No. 378 A.F. & A.M. will be conducted at the funeral home on Monday evening at 6:30pm. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

FRASER, Jean Marie

At Victoria Hospital, London on Tuesday, March 15, 2011 Jean Marie Fraser in her 89th year. Dear sister of Margaret Bates and her husband Roy of London. Dear sister-in-law of Yvette Fraser of Ottawa and Margaret Fraser of Port Perry. Also survived by several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Predeceased by her parents William and Marie (Desormier) Fraser, brothers Roy, Raymond, Robert and Joseph Fraser and sister, Helen (Fred) Pelissier. Friends will be recieved by the family on Saturday, March 19, 2011 from 11:30 – 12:30 pm (1 hour prior) at St. John The Divine Catholic Church, 390 Baseline Road West, London where the Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 12:30 pm with Reverend Robert Rocheleau celebrant. Cremation to follow with inurnment later in Union Cemetery, Barrie. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Parkinson Society Canada, Unit 117 – 4500 Blakie Road, London, ON N6L 1G5 would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

MCGOWAN, Ursula

With her family nearby, Ursula McGowan passed away at Victoria Hospital, London in her 95th year. She was predeceased by her first husband Albert Lenaghan, her sisters Carol Lissemore and Kathleen Gamberg and her brother Earl Robinson. Ursula is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, John McGowan and her children Donald Lenaghan (Wilma), Lorne Lenaghan (Dianne), Peter McGowan (Shirley), Kathleen (Don Blay) and Edward (Bonnie), her grandchildren Karen, Heather, Colleen, Randy, Brent, Brad, Jennifer, John, Katie Anne, Victoria, Duncan and Lucas as well as 14 great grandchildren. She is survived also by her younger brother, Lorne Robinson. Born May 26, 1916, Ursula’s formative years were marked by tragedy and deprivation when her mother passed away at the age of 33. As the eldest of six she took on a nurturing role to the younger children. Rescued from an orphanage by her darling “Granny” and “Daddy” and aunt Madeline Maddox, Ursula frequently recalled the special devotion of these dear relatives. Ursula became a teacher, married her childhood sweetheart and then tragically lost him in the war. A resolute and beautiful widow with two small boys she met and married a kind veteran of the war, John McGowan, who remained unfailingly devoted to her all of her days. Ursula was a gifted teacher with a keen and quick mind. She leaves a legacy of high intellect, independant thought, strong moral convictions and love. Who could ask for anything more? May she rest in peace. Friends will be received by the family on Saturday, March 19, 2011 from 10-11 am at St. George Catholic Church 1164 Commissioners Road West, London, ON where the funeral Mass will be held at 11 am. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Red Cross 810 Commissioners Road East, London, ON N6C 2V5 or the charity of your choice. (A. Millard George Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184). Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

PRUETER, Gordon Wells M.D., BSc(Med), F.R.C.S.(c), F.R.C.O.G…..”Until we meet again” – Gordon said good bye to his dear wife and very best friend, Yvonne (Richmond) and to his family on Tuesday, March 15, 2011. He is survived by his son Mike (Julie) and Katie, Ryan and Megan in Maple Ridge, B.C. Also by Martha (Stephen) Drake and Jen, Sarah, Johnny and Becky in London and by John (Charlene) and Adam, Aaron, Aidan and Adrian here in London. He is brother-in-law to Alan Querney (Sudbury) Phyllis Quick (Oakville) and David Cohen in London. He was born in 1920 – The elder son of Dr. and Mrs. H.J. Prueter – later of Kitchener, Waterloo. He was educated in Toronto, Listowel, Bracebridge, Waterloo and Kitchener and O.A.C. (Guelph). He graduated in Medicine from U. of T. After some time in the R.C.A. Md. C., he received a research grant from the N.R.C. and earned his BSc (med) in 1948. After post graduate work in Vancouver, London and Oxford he returned to Canada and was appointed to the teaching staff at U.W.O. He was Assistant Clinical Professor in Obstetrics & Gynocology until his retirement in 1985. He served on The London Board of Education and was c/o chairman in 1964. His special interests lead to the advancement of vocational guidance practices in the secondary schools. He also promoted “special” health education with doctors’ participation – beginning before grade 8. His interest and initiative lead directly to the decision to build the Thames and the George Ross Secondary Schools. He was an active member of Metropolitan United Church and a life member of the The London Hunt & Country Club. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, March 17, 2011 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held at Metropolitan United Church, 468 Wellington Street, London on Friday, March 18, 2011 at 11:00 am. Interment in Oakland of Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the London Health Sciences Foundation, 747 Baseline Road East, London, Ontario, N6C 2R6 or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation 150-633 Colborne Street, London, ON, N6B 2V3. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

LEE, Lynda Anne (nee Bottle)…..With profound sadness Karen (McGill) and Sandra (McCune Hand) mourn the loss of our beloved sister Lynda, on March 14, 2011 in her 64th year. Lynda was predeceased by her parents, Doug & Irene Bottle and her favorite brother-in-law, Lawrie McGill. Also grieving her passing are nephews Derrick McCune (Judy), Rodney McCune, brother-in-law Michael Hand as well as relatives in Ottawa and New Brunswick. We will be eternally grateful to Dr. Karen Lo and the Angels on the 3rd floor of Chelsey Park Nursing Home who cared for Lynda with compassion and dignity during her final struggle in life. Many thank to Angelina and Chantal of the Dale Brain Injury Services for their companionship and support and to the entire team of the Aquired Brain Injury Program at Parkwood Hospital who guided Lynda back to independence after her accident in 2007. Friends are welcome to attend visitation and a celebration of Lynda’s life at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, 2011 and from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 17, 2011 where the service will be conducted in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. As a remembrance of Lynda, please consider The Dale Brain Injury Services, 815 Shelborne Street, London N5Z 4Z4 or to St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation – Parkwood Hospital – A.B.I. Program (Aquired Brain Injury), 268 Grosvenor Street, London, Ontario, N6A 4V2. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com.