Services & Obituaries

FIRTH, Kathleen…

Peacefully at Chelsey Park Long Term Care, London, on Wednesday, June 16, 2010, Kathleen (Galloway) Firth in her 81st year. Beloved wife of the late Alec Firth for 40 years. Adored mother of Stephen Firth and his wife Carole of Ottawa, Diane Baxter and her husband Ian of London and Nancy Singh of London. Loving grandmother of Sarah, Emma, Isaac, Megan, Kelly, Kaitlynn and Jared and her great-grandchild Suhvanna. Dear sister of Everell Law, Sheila Grisch and Neil Galloway (Peggy). The family would like to thank the 5th floor staff at Chelsey Park, for their kindness and compassion. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Friday, June 18, 2010 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the celebration of Kathleen’s life will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, June 19, 2010 at 1:00pm. Private family interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex, The Arthritis Society or the Parkinson Society of Southwestern Ontario. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

FAIRBAIRN, Leslie David…..Peacefully at Victoria Hospital on Sunday, June 13, 2010, Leslie David Fairbairn in his 90th year. Beloved husband of Doris Marion (Blackler) Fairbairn for 61 years. Cherished father of Dianne Walker and her husband Milton of London and Bruce Fairbairn and his wife Wanda Of Mission B.C. Proud grandfather of Ryan and Graham Walker (2003), Laura Walker-Howe and her husband Michael Howe of Windsor and Steven and Sara Fairbairn. Survived by his sister-in-law Betty Fairbairn of Kitchener and his brother Tom Fairbairn and his wife Elizabeth of Stratford. Predeceased by his brothers Leonard Fairbairn and his wife Ethel, Harry Fairbairn and his wife Ethel and James Fairbairn. Will also be missed by many nieces and nephews. Les was a decorated WWII Veteran, serving with the Perth Regiment, Stratford, Number 2 Mortar Platoon. He also received the Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Award for his many years of volunteer service. Friends will be received by the family from 10:00am-11:00am (1 hour prior) on Thursday, June 17, 2010 at Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, 111 Elmwood Avenue, London. Interment in St. Paul’s Anglican Church Cemetery, Kirkton, Ontario. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church – Sanctuary Fund, 111 Elmwood Avenue, London, Ontario, N6C 1J4 or to the Mission Services of London, London, Ontario, N5Z 1S1 or to the Charity of Choice. Online condolences are accepted at www.amgfh.com

DODSON, Aileen Elizabeth

Peacefully with her children by her side, at University Hospital, London on Thursday, June 10, 2010, Aileen Elizabeth (Harding) Dodson of London, in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Harold Moorhouse Dodson. Dear mother of Ruth Allison and her husband Roger of London, and Ron Dodson of Stratford. Loved grandmother of Robyn Mantel and her husband Dean, Alan Dodson and Ryan Allison and his wife Courtney and great grandchildren William, Allyson and Benjamin. Predeceased by her brothers Grenville, Earl and Marvin. Friends will be received by the family on Sunday, June 13, 2010 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Monday, June 14th at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Gordon Duncan officiating. Interment in Mount Brydges Cemetery, Mount Brydges. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Memorial Fund of Calvary United Church, 290 Ridout Street South, London, ON N6C 3Z1 would be appreciated. Special thanks to the staff at University Hospital 4th floor, especially Dr. Mrkobrada and the staff in the palliative care unit, especially Dr. Baker. Online condolences are accepted at www.amgfh.com

MacGREGOR, Mary Helen….

Peacefully at University Hospital, on Wednesday, June 9, 2010, Mary Helen (Bieman) MacGregor of London in her 85th year. Beloved wife of James MacGregor for 60 years. Proud mother of Robert MacGregor and his wife Vicki of Alberta. Cherished grandmother of Mallory, Taylor and Devin. Dear sister of Margaret Walsh and Bill Bieman and his wife Marian all of London. Also missed by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brother-in-law Robert H. MacGregor. The family would like to thank Extendicare for their care and compassion of Mary Helen. A special thank you to all the staff on the ICU and 7th floor at University Hospital. Friends will be received by the family from 3-5 and 7-9pm on Friday, June 11, 2010 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, June 12, 2010 at 1:00 pm with Archdeacon D. Ian Grant officiating. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London ON N6B 1S4. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

CALVERT, John….

My dearest John passed away suddenly on Wednesday, June 2, 2010, in his 59th year. Beloved husband and soul mate of Sharon (McClure) Calvert. Loving and cherished father of Noelle Martin and her husband Ross of London. Predeceased by his parents Nicolas and Mary Calvert. Dear brother of Sandy McFarlane and her husband Bruce. Loving uncle to Craig Carmichael and his wife Chay and their children Morgan and Ben and Joelle Carmichael and her husband Ian Reid. He will also be missed by special relatives on the McClure side and his many friends, golfing buddies and former Sun Life co-workers. John touched so many lives in extraordinary ways. He was an entrepreneur with amazing marketing and leadership skills. Words cannot describe the positive influence and impact John had on his family, friends and colleagues. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Cremation has taken place. A private service will be held next week. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hope’s Garden Eating Disorder Support & Resource Centre, 379 Dundas Street, Suite 210, London ON, N6B 1V5. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

BLACK, Donald Alfred

At St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital on Monday May 31, 2010 Donald Alfred Black of London in his 89th year. Beloved husband of Betty (Kirk) Black for over 65 years. Survived by sister-in-law Margaret (Kirk) Hardy. Proud uncle of 10 nieces and nephews and their families. Predeceased by parents Ruby and Alfred Black and sister Grace Parsons (Al), sister-in-law Helen (Kirk) Thompson (Lysle) and brother-in-law James Hardy. Don was a successful dairy farmer in the Belmont area for many years. He was a member of St . Andrew’s Westminster United Church, Belmont Masonic Lodge No. 190 A.F & A.M. and the Scottish Rite. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, June 2, 2010 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 Thursday, June 3, 2010 at 1:00 pm with Reverend Jessica McCrae officiating. Interment in Dorchester Union Cemetery, Dorchester. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the St. Andrew’s Westminster United Church General Fund, 2008 Glanworth Drive, London, ON N6N 1H4 would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

CALDWELL, Ross….

Peacefully surrounded by his family at University Hospital, London, on Thursday, May 27, 2010, J. W. Ross Caldwell of London in his 86th year. Cherished husband of Jacqueline (May) Caldwell. Loving father of Paul Caldwell and his wife Marilyn of Brantford and Stephen Caldwell of Vancouver. Proud grandfather of Haley and Wes. Dear brother-in-law of Herb and Bev Ballantyne. Also missed by his nephews and niece; Michael and Derek Scott, Jackie Campbell and Peter Ballantyne. Predeceased by his sister Doreen Scott and his nephew Peter Scott. Ross served in the Royal Canadian Navy, graduated from UWO in 1949, started his career as a C. A. at Clarkson Gordon, then moved to industry primarily in Brantford and Toronto, before finishing his career as a business consultant. He loved golf with his friends, camaraderie with the Lambs Club, winters in Sandestin, and will always be remembered for his quick wit, irreverent sense of humour and his light touch on the dance floor with his adored ‘Johnny’. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 4:00 – 7:00pm on Sunday, May 30, 2010 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A service of remembrance will be held in the chapel on Monday, May 31, 2010 at 1:00 pm. Private interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mission Services of London, 415 Hamilton Road, London ON N5Z 1S1 or London Health Sciences Foundation – Nephrology, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

WRIGHT, Peter……On Wednesday, May 26, 2010, Peter Wright of London in his 48th year passed away. He will be dearly missed by his devoted wife Cathie Wright. Cherished by his loving sons Braden Wright of Mississauga, Andrew Lloyd of Gagetown, New Brunswick and Christopher Wright of London. Loving son of Berneice Wright of Mississauga. Dear brother of Nancy Wright and her husband Todd McGauley of Burlington, Sue Farrelly and her husband Dave of Orangeville and Cheryl Luckie and her husband Steve of Burlington. Son of Allen Wright of Mississauga. He will also be missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family from 12:00 – 1:00pm on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the memorial service will be conducted in the chapel at 1:00pm. As an expression of sympathy, contributions may be made to the immediate family. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

MCADAM, Trudy….

Peacefully at Craigwiel Gardens, Ailsa Craig, on Wednesday, May 26, 2010, Trudy (MacLean) McAdam in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Stephen L. McAdam (1984). Loving mother of David McAdam and his wife Theresa of Lucan, Wes McAdam and his wife Mirja of Toronto and Joan McConnell and her husband Bill of London. Cherished grandmother of Carla Hunt (Mark), Kirsten McAdam, Mark McAdam, Michelle McConnell-Barker (Richard), Michael McConnell (Tricia), Melani Bishop (Adam) and great-grandmother of Rayne, Lily, Blake, Bryce, Broden, Riley, Evan, Stone and Cole. Dear sister of Eunice, John (Claire), Jean and sister-in-law of Rita. Predeceased by her brother Jim and her sisters Ann, Evelyn, Clara and Catherine. The family would like to thank Craigwiel for their care and compassion. A private family service held at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex, 555 Southdale Road East, Suite 100, London ON N6E 1A2 or London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

ROBERSON, Patricia Jean

At Victoria Hospital, London on Wednesday, May 26, 2010 Patricia J. “Ducky” (Sawyers) Roberson in her 76th year. Beloved wife of Denis Mark Roberson. Dear mother of Stephen Roberson (Sharon), Raymond Roberson (Robby) and Dawn Pease (Alan). Loved grandmother of Mark Roberson (Jackie), Chelsey Kacan (Shaun), Dionne Frederick (Kurt), Nattalie Sharkey (Justin), Rocky Roberson and Dillan Roberson and great grandmother of Ryer, Emma and Nathan. Also survived by her cats Spike, Charlie, Muffin and Billy-Boy. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be conducted at the Jehovah Witness Kingdom Hall, 866 Wellingsboro Road, London on Saturday, June 5, 2010 at 2:00 pm with Bob Martin officiating. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Lung Association, 480 Egerton Street, London, ON N5W 3Z6 would be appreciated. A. Millard George Funeral Home, London entrusted with arrangements (519-433-5184).
Revelations: Chapter 21 Verses 3&4 With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say look the tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them and they will be his peoples. And God himself will be with them. And He will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will there be mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore the former things have passed away.