Services & Obituaries

MALES: Constance “Connie”
Peacefully, with family at her side, on Monday, January 25, 2010, Connie Males in her 95th year. Devoted wife of the late Albert Frederick “Bert” Males (1949). Beloved mother of Heather and Doug Ellis of London, Dennis and Gail Males of St. Thomas and Lee and Debra Males of London. Cherished “Nan” to Michele, Scott, Melissa, Kerrie, Jason and Graham and eight great-grandchildren. “Con” will be sadly missed by her faithful and loving sister Evelyn Jenkins (Aunt Babe) and her nieces and nephews, Innis and Debbie Jenkins of Kempville, Susan and Jim Kelly, Cathy Jenkins, Mark and Grace Jenkins all of London. She was the daughter of the late Cuthbert and Florence (Wilson) Whitlock. Predeceased by by her brother Leslie “Tim” Whitlock (1944 – Operation Market Garden) and sister Margaret Lewis (1992). A life-long resident of West London, and widowed at age 34, she devoted her life to raising her children, and worked until retirement in the pharmacy at the Langford and Ruckle drug stores. She was an avid gardener and proudly displayed her green thumb at her Johnston Street home of 70 years. The family acknowledges and thanks the many staff at the Dearness Home who cared for her with tenderness and understanding. Friends will be received by the family from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A private family service will be held in the chapel on Thursday, January 28th followed by interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. In Lieu of flowers, the family is grateful for memorial donations to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, 309 Commissioners Road West, London, ON N6J 1Y4 or the charity of your choice. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

SMITH, Ronald

At University hospital, London, on Monday, January 25, 2010 Ronald Llewellyn Smith in his 75th year. Beloved husband of Connie (Lutman) Smith. Dear father of Gerry Smith (Sheila), Nancy Frank (Gordon), Cathy Williams and Doug Smith (Kelly). Loved grandfather of Brian, Ashley, Elise, Jacob and Justin. Dear brother of Gary Smith (Sharon). Predeceased by his sister Grace Tennant. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, January 28, 2010 from 6-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The complete funeral service will be held from St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Church, 397 Springbank Drive, London on Friday, January 29, 2010 at 1:00pm with Reverend Canon K. Sam Thomas officiating. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street, North, London, ON N6B 3H8 or the St. Michael’s and All Angels Anglican Church, 397 Springbank Drive, London, ON N6J 1G7 would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

WILL-MURRAY: Agnes Beryl

Peacefully in London on Saturday, January 23, 2010, in her 97th year. Predeceased by J. Gilbert Murray (1973), their son David W. Murray (2000) and A.E. “Bob” Will (1994). Survived by her son Bill Murray and his wife Mary Lou and his children Kim and Liz, daughter Judy Thompson and her husband Rod and their children Jodi and Craig, and her daughter-in-law Connie Murray and her daughters Martha and Deborah. Also loved by her great-grandsons Owen and Garret. Cremation with a private family graveside service has taken place at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com (A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184)

COLLINS: Margaret
At University Hospital, London on Wednesday, January 20, 2010. Margaret Elizabeth (Sims) Collins of London in her 65th year. Beloved wife of the late David Collins. Predeceased by her son Robert Anger and her brothers Jim and Douglas Sims. Dear sister of Brian Sims and his wife Sharon, Charron Sims, Gary Sims and his wife Lynn and Ruth Orendorff and her husband John. Also loved by several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Monday, January 25th at 1:00 pm. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Road, London, ON N5V 3K5. On line condolences accepted at wwwamgfh.com

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