Services & Obituaries

BAIRD, Gordon….

Peacefully at University Hospital, London on Tuesday, January 19, 2010, Gordon H. Baird of London in his 88th year. Beloved husband of the late Mary H. (Wilson) Baird (1994) and predeceased by his first wife Peggy. Dear step-father of Todd Spurrell of Montreal. Gordon will be missed by his numerous friends. Gordon was Past President and current 1st Vice President of 427 (London) Wing, R.C.A.F. Association; Past Committee Chairman of 27 (City of London) Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion – Branch No. 263 and A.N.A.F. – Branch No. 229. He worked for Gillette Canada for over 50 years and volunteered at Parkwood Hospital. Gordon was a great “baseball cap fisherman.” Friends will be received by the family from 3-5 and 7-9pm on Monday, January 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 Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 1:00 pm, with Reverend Frank Mantz officiating. Cremation with interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to 27 (City of London) Squadron Royal Canadian Air Cadets, 194 Cherry Street, Ingersoll, ON N5C 1J2. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

SHEARER: Hugh McLean D.F.C.
It is with great sadness we announce the death of a true gentleman, Hugh Shearer who passed away, Sunday, January 17, 2010, peacefully at home. Loving husband of the late Caroline Evelyn (Winslow), September 24, 2009. Dearest father of Judy (John) Davison of Sault Ste Marie. Grandfather of Jamie, Michael and Angela Davison of Sault Ste Marie. Great-grandfather of Joshua, Tyler, Breanna Rose and Jonathan. Hugh is predeceased by his brothers, Archie, Fred and John and his sister Rita. Hugh is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Hugh served with the R.C.A.F. in WW II from 1941 to 1946 and had completed two tours (58 sorties) with Bomber Command, flying with 424 and 405 Pathfinders squadrons. His missions included the invasions of Sicily, Italy and Normandy, and he was awarded the “Distinguished Flying Cross”. Hugh is a member of R.C.A.F.A. Wing 427, a member of King Solomon Lodge No. 378 A.F.& A.M. and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 533. At Hugh’s request there will be no funeral home visitation or service. Cremation to follow a private family viewing. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3 or the Cardiac Fitness Institute, c.o London Health Sciences Centre, P.O. Box 5375, London, ON N6A 4G5 “A the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them” “DUCIMUS” On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com (A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184)

AVERY, William Charles……Peacefully at University Hospital, London, on Monday, January 18, 2010, William Charles Avery in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of Marilynne Avery of London for 69 years. Cherished father of Charlotte Oldham (Bill) of London and Carolyn Bradley (Ian) of Oakville. Proud grandfather of Timothy Oldham (Karen) and Jana Lyn Oldham (1993), of London; Kate Carroll (Ryan), Patrick Bradley (Trisha) and Jamie Bradley (Jamie Trenholme), all of Toronto. Gramps will also be missed by his great-grandchildren Kurtis and Brayden Oldham. Predeceased by his son Robert (1947) of London. Bill served with the invasionary forces at Juno Beach in WWII. Bill has been a lifelong member of Christ Anglican Church. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 1:00pm, from the Christ (Anglican) Church, 138 Wellington Street (at Hill Street), London. Private family interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London, Ontario, N6B 2V3 or to the Charity of Choice. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

KELLY, Chuck….

At University Hospital, London, on Monday, January 18, 2010, Chuck “Charlie” Kelly of London in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Jean (Bechtel) Kelly (1994). Loving father of David Kelly and his wife Erin Gordon of London. Proud grandfather of Siobhan Kelly. Dear brother of Marjorie, Eunice, Ena and the late Gordon, brother-in-law of Isobel (Jim), Jim (Betty) and Mary. Also missed by his nieces and nephews. Chuck was a long time dedicated employee for Ellis Don Ltd. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Thursday, January 21, 2010 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The celebration of Chuck’s life will be held in the chapel on Friday, January 22, 2010 at 1:00 pm. Private family Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Camp Trillium – Rainbow Lake, 940 Queensdale Avenue East, Hamilton ON L8V 1N4. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

ARMSTRONG, Patrice……

Patrice Ann (nee Knight) Armstrong, peacefully at Victoria Hospital, after a long and painful illness on Sunday, January 17, 2010, in her 57th year. Survived by her truly loving and unfaltering husband William “Bill” Robert Armstrong. Also missed by her loyal and caring friends who shared their time and goodness. Daughter of Patrick Knight and the late Victoria “Tori” (nee Graham), sister of Leslie Knight and Phil Knight, all of Huron County and her uncles and many cousins. Friends will be received by the family from 6-9pm on Friday, January 22, 2010 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at 1:00 pm. Cremation with a private family interment in Sebringville Cemetery, Sebringville, Ontario. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London ON N6A 3A1. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

O’Neill, Betty Jane

At Extendicare Nursing Home, London on Saturday, January 16, 2010 Betty Jane (Pryce) O’Neill in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late Owen Ambrose O’Neill (1974). Dear mother of Daniel O’Neill, David O’Neill and his wife Kim and Diana MacGee and her husband David all of London. Dear grandmother of Scott, Derek, Craig and Samuel. Daughter-in-law Cheryl O’Neill. Dear sister of Eileen Baker and her husband Alfred of Aylmer. Also survived by her extended family of Don and Heather Salter and their family. Predeceased by her 3 brothers and 2 sisters. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm (1 hour prior) at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at 1:00 pm with Reverend Robert W. Wilson officiating. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. The family wish to thank the nurses and staff at Extendicare for their care and compassion. As an expression of sympathy donations to the London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Road, London ON N5V 3K5 or the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colbourne Street, London ON N6B 2V3 would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

CLARKE, William Ellwood……Peacefully and surrounded by his family at Craigwiel Gardens Nursing Home, Ailsa Craig, Ontario on Saturday, January 9 2010, William Ellwood Clarke in his 88th year. Dear son of the late Ephraim and Bertha (Coleman) Clarke. Beloved husband of G. June (Bloomfield) Clarke. Dear father of Mark Clarke and his wife Linda of London and Laurie Clarke of London. Predeceased by his sisters Doreen Dolmage and Viola Lawson of Seaforth. Also loved by his grandchildren Carl, Damien, Nikita and Shane Clarke and his wife Ashley. And missed by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends will be received by the family from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 pm Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Thursday, January 14th at 1:00 pm. Interment in Maitland Bank Cemetery, Seaforth, Ontario at a later date. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Charity of Choice. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

Humphries, Merle

Peacefully at McCormick Home, London on Saturday, January 9, 2010 Merle (Stewart) Humphries in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late George E. Humphries, M.B.E., P.Eng. Loving mother of Dave Humphries and his wife Eileen of Whitby and Walt Humphries and his wife Diane of Yellowknife. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Susan Mitchell and her husband Bob and Michael Humphries and his wife Julie. Also missed by her great-grandchildren Sarah and Brandon. A special thank you to the wonderful nurses and staff at McCormick Home. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, January 13, 2010 from 12:00 – 1:00pm am at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, the funeral service will follow at 1:00pm, with Reverend Valerie Kenyon officiating. Cremation with interment in Woodland Cemetery, London at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to McCormick Home Foundation 2022 Kains Road, London, ON N6K 0A8 or to Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex 555 Southdale Road East, Suite 100, London ON N6E 1A2. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

ROY, Ivy June

Quietly left us at Alexandra Hospital, Ingersoll on Saturday, January 2, 2010 Ivy June( Holmes) Roy formerly of London in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Aurel “Aime” Joseph Roy (1992). Dear cousin of Roland and Theresa Roy and their daughter Klaire Roy. Also survived by friends Margaret and Cathy Hunter, Marjorie Brown, Hazel Stan and Elizabeth Beacom. Ivy lived at Leisureworld Caregiving Centre in Ingersoll for the past 3 years. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, January 6, 2010 from 12:00 – 1:00 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 at 1:00 pm with Reverend David Snihur officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1 would be appreciated. The family wish to extend their thanks to the staff of Leisureworld for their care and compassion. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

HORNE, Leigh

At Victoria Hospital, London on Thursday, December 31, 2009 Leigh Horne of London in her 29th year. Beloved daughter of Tracy Vignale (Brian) and Tim Horne (Rhonda).Loved mother of Monica and Ruby and step-son Nathan. Dear sister of Denise Horne (Nicholas), Denton Horne, Daryl Horne (Shannon) and Adam Wilmer (Tiffany). Loved granddaughter of Mary Vignale and Duncan Vignale and Dorothy Horne and Donald Horne. Also survived by nephews Colin and Alexander and niece Olivia as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, January 6, 2010 from 3-5 and 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where a memorial service will be conducted in the chapel on Thursday, January 7, 2010 at 1:00 pm with Reverend Thomas D. Hiscock officiating. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the World Vision Canada, 1 World Drive, Mississauga, ON L5T 2Y4 would be appreciated. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com