Services & Obituaries

BURNINGHAM, Desmond….

Peacefully surrounded by his family at University Hospital, London on Friday, July 30, 2010, Desmond Joseph Burningham of London in his 61st year. Beloved husband of Vicki (Wreaks) Burningham. Predeceased by his parents Harold and Stella Burningham. Loving brother of Raymond Burningham and his wife Kathy of London. Dear uncle of Ryan and Erica Burningham. Survived by his 2 aunts, 1 uncle and several cousins. The family would like to thank the staff at Participation House and ICU University Hospital. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Monday, August 2, 2010 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the celebration of Desmond’s life will be conducted in the chapel on Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at 11:00 am. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Participation House Support Services – London and Area, 620 Colborne Street, Suite 101, London, ON N6B 3R9. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

ANN, Mary Catherine…..February 2, 1943 – July 28, 2010, I had a great life, ended a little quicker than I had hoped, (age 67) but left nothing to be desired. I was born in Montreal and lived most of my life here in London. I leave behind a great friend and partner, Gordon Cairns who stuck by me until the end. The Fathers of my children: John Rothwell and Rudy Oetliker. My children were my greatest strength: Sue Arnold (husband Brian) Peter Rothwell (wife Michelle) Barbara MacDonald (husband Scott) Heather Pais (husband Tony) stepsons: Greig Cairns (partner Darcy) and Derek Cairns (wife Stephanie). My Son, Gregory, predeceased me. My greatest passion was my eight grandchildren: Natalie Rothwell, Dylan Arnold, Ben Rothwell, Sarah Arnold, Emma Pais, Tyler Pais, Ryan MacDonald and my step grandson, Josh MacDonald. The family was blessed with a ninth grandchild as I left the world, welcome Sabine Wong Cairns, you will be deeply loved. My brother: Bob Mearns and his family, wife Shirley, Daughter, Tracey Mearns (Mark) and Son, Ron Mearns (Cindy). Most of my working life was spent working with people with special needs. This brought me many hours of joy and humour. I lived well, laughed a lot, loved a lot. I was a mediocre cook, but I was always able to put a meat and potato meal on the table. My passion was the lake and my fondest memories were spending time with family and friends on the wharf with cocktails. I want to thank each and every one of my many friends. I was truly blessed with a great bunch of loyal people who stuck with me until the end! They will attest to my passion for red wine and chocolate! Remember I did not live long, but I lived wide! The family would like to thank Dr. Hammond, Dr. Stevens, Dr. MacDonald, Pat Whitfield and the caring, compassionate nurses in Parkwood’s Palliative Care Unit. A party welcoming family and friends to celebrate my life will be held on Saturday August 21, 2010 from 6:30-10:00 p.m. at the home of Brenda Kellar-Parsons (20123 Vanneck Rd., London). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada who shares my love for children. Online condolences can be made at www.amgfh.com. (A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184)

BEAL, Ralph…..Peacefully and surrounded by his family at Parkwood Hospital, London, on Sunday, July 25, 2010, Ralph Beal in his 88th year. Beloved husband for 67 years and best friend of Irene (Gray) Beal. Dear father of Douglas Beal (Cindy) of Port Dover, Donald Beal (Tammy) of Ipperwash and Deborah Chief (Dennis) of London. Dear brother of Pearl Lacroix of London. Predeceased by his sister Helen Munroe and brother Howard Beal. Also loved by his 9 grandchildren Derek, Jennifer, Sarah, Paul, Jeremy, Amber, Ashley, Darrian and Ryan. Friends will be received by the family from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (1 hour prior) on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at King Street Community Church, 649 King Street East, London where the memorial service will be celebrated at 1:00 pm. A private family interment has taken place at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to King Street Community Church, 649 King Street, East, London, Ontario, N5W 2X1 or to the Charity of Choice. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com.

HEASMAN, Donald James

‘Jim’ was Promoted to Glory on Saturday, July 24, 2010, at Parkwood Hospital, London. He passed away peacefully in his sleep. Born in Toronto on January 12, 1928, to James and Gertrude Heasman, Jim commenced a life-long career at IBM in Toronto at an early age, retiring in 1991 after nearly 40 years. He married Ellen Doodchenko who predeceased him in 1970, and then on June 19, 1971 he married Barbara (Bexton) Foreman who was Promoted to Glory on February, 16, 2010. Jim was a soldier of The Salvation Army and for many years he was a member and trombone player of the Cedarbrae, Danforth, Agincourt & Westminster Park Corps Bands and Jubilee Brass Seniors’ Band. He will be deeply missed by his three children, Ron Heasman (Catherine), Donna Stanco (Tony), and Heather Moyle; his grandchildren, Matthew & Kyle Heasman, Paula, Michael, Andrew, & Dominic Stanco, Benjamin (Misty), and Nathan Moyle, & Erinn Moyle-Jones (Rick); and his four great-grandchildren, Booth, Nathan, Ivy, and wee Pepper, who he lovingly referred to as ‘Peanuts’; his sisters Lois Agg and Doris Ward (Gordon), and he is predeceased by his only brother, Bill Heasman (Cath); in-laws, and many nieces and nephews. Interment will be at Woodland Cemetery. Please join us in celebrating his life on Friday, July 30, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. with visitation commencing at 9:00 a.m. at The Salvation Army Citadel, 555 Springbank Drive, London with Major Jamie Braund officiating. Jubilee Brass will be on hand to provide music in memory of Jim. Memorial donations can be made to ‘Jubilee Brass’ c/o The Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London ON N6B 1S4

MARCOUX: Daniel…..At Victoria Hospital, London on Thursday, July 22, 2010. Daniel Alphonse Marcoux of London in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Joanne Sylvia (Cooper) Marcoux. Dear stepfather of P. David Norris and his wife Maryanne, Landa Moore and her husband Ian and the late Derek Norris. Dear Brother of Freida Pitz, Ricky George, Betty Ann Miszczyk, Suzanne Marcoux and his brother in law Bob Ryan. Predeceased by his brothers Darcy, Ray and Don Marcoux and his sister Colette Ryan. Also loved by his grandchildren Logan, Breanne, Landon and Shae Norris, Elyse and Derek Moore. Friends will be received by the family at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London from 3-5 and 7-9 pm Tuesday, . The funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Justin’s Catholic Church, 855 Jalna Blvd, London on Wednesday at 11:00am. Interment in Christ the King Cemetery, Markham on Thursday at 2:00pm. Memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S4. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com.

WEBSTER, Walter…..Fought a brave and courgeous battle with cancer and passed peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London, on Thursday, July 22, 2010, Walter Webster in his 65th year. Beloved husband for 42 years of Helen Webster. Cherished father of Walter Webster and his wife Sunny and Elizabeth Webster and her husband Elie Afara of London. Proud grandfather of Coty-Lynn Webster and Ashley, Brandon and Cassandra Afara. Loving brother of James Webster and his wife Shelly of Clearwater B.C., Elizabeth Webster and her husband Doug of Kelowna B.C. and Elaine Anderson and her husband Brad of Kelowna B.C.. Predeceased by his parents Anne and Walter Webster. He was loved by all his animals and especially his best friend Sheldon. A special thank you to Dianne, Kathleen, Bridgette and Dr. Sunderji. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Sunday, July 25, 2010 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Monday, July 26, 2010 at 1:00pm. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, Ontario, N6A 3A1. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com.

HART, Dorothy….

At Parkwood Hospital, London on Thursday, July 22, 2010, Dorothy (Oakley) Hart of London in her 71st year. Loving mother of Mike Hart of London. Predeceased by her son Steven Hart (2008). Dear sister of Amy Keddy and her husband Jim and Raymond Oakley. Cremation with interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to New Frontiers Support Services, 111 Waterloo Street Suite 403, London ON N6B 2M4. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

COX, Allan…..

Peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, London, on Thursday, July 22, 2010, Allan Cox of London in his 94th year. Loving uncle of Grant Brown and his wife Bonnie of St. Thomas and Virginia Brown of London and great-uncle to Jack and Sophie Brown. Allan will be missed by his cousins the Snellings and his many special friends. Predeceased by his sister Evelyn Brown (Alex). The family would like to thank Parkwood Hospital, 4B South for their loving care and compassion. A graveside service will be conducted on Friday, July 30, 2010 at 10:00am at Woodland Cemetery, 700 Spring Gardens Road, Burlington with Reverend Darrell Shaule officiating. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation – Parkwood Hospital – Veteran’s Care, 268 Grosvenor Street, London ON N6A 4V2. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

WIENS: Edward James…..It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Edward at the age of 83, on July 20th, 2010, at Victoria Hospital, London, Ontario. Beloved husband and best friend of Gloria. Loving Father of Michael and wife Jeannette. Cherished Grandpa of John, Ted, and Grace. Dear brother of Ella, Olga, and Audrey. Lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Friday, July 23rd at 10:00 am at St. John the Divine Catholic Church, 390 Baseline Rd. W. , London (519-471-7022). Immediately followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am. , with Rev. Robert Rocheleau officiating. Interment Saturday, July 24th at Holy Cross Cemetery, Thornhill. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make donations in memory of Edward to the London Regional Cancer Program, 790 Commissioners Rd. E. , PO Box 5165, London, Ontario N6A 4L6. , or to the Charity of your choice. (A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184) On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

MATTHEWS: Marjory…..At Victoria Hospital, London on Sunday, July 18, 2010. Marjory Helen (Pickersgill) Matthews of London in her 88th year. Wife of the late Wray Matthews and dear companion of the late Thomas Whitlock. Dear mother of Wayne Matthews and his wife Hazel, Marlene Sladek and her husband Gus, Bernie Matthews and his wife Christine and Marilyn Noakes and her late husband Gary. Dear sister of Jean Carson and Gord Pickersgill. Predeceased by her brothers Hazen and Harold Pickersgill. Also loved by her grandchildren, Kelly, Christopher (Robin), Kevin, Sherry (John), Sean (Lisa), Mike, Scott (Bernadette), Tiffany (Wil), Sabrina (Christopher), Tracy (Rod) and Chad and her great-grandchildren, Victoria, Matthew, Carson, Ryan, Jayden, Ty, Addison, Carly, Clarissa, Layla, Kade, Rylee, Reese and Reegan. Friends will be received by the family from 3 to 5 and 7 to 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, July 22nd at 11:00 am. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3 or the charity of your choice. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com