Services & Obituaries

CALDWELL, Ronald Charles…..

Peacefully, surrounded by his family at Victoria Hospital, London, on Thursday, November 5th, 2009, Ron Caldwell in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Janet (Scott) Caldwell of 56 years. Loving father of Maureen Solecki and her husband Tony of Owen Sound, Margot Caldwell and Ian Caldwell both of Toronto. Proud grandfather of Ian and Kate Solecki. Predeceased by his sister. The family would like to thank the Doctors and staff at Victoria Hospital for their care and compassion. Friends will be received by the family on Monday, November 9, 2009, from 7 – 9 pm at First-St. Andrew’s United Church, 350 Queens Avenue (at Waterloo), London, where the celebration of Ron’s life will be held on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 11:00 am. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the London Health Sciences Centre Foundation, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6 or First-St. Andrew’s United Church – Memorial Fund, 350 Queens Avenue, London ON N6B 1X6. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

DONAHER, Ambrose

At London Health Sciences Centre, Victorial Hospital, on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 Ambrose Donaher in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Marlene ( Robinson ) Donaher. Dear father of Brian Donaher and his wife Linda, Barry Donaher and his wife April and Bruce Donaher. Loved grandfather of Stephanie and Brenden. Survived by brothers Josee, Charlie, Stewart and sisters Kathleen, Ethel, Essie. Predeceased by brothers Billy, Eddie, Patrick, Robby, Dickie, George, Hughie and sister Dorothy. Friends will be received by the family on Friday, November 6, 2009 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 Saturday, November 7, 2009 at 3:00 pm with Reverend Terry Mowat officiating. Interment in Thomasburg Cemetery, Thomasburg. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the London Health Sciences Foundation, Victoria Hospital Critical Care Trauma Unit, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6 would be appreciated. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

Hajdu, George

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Monday, November 2, 2009 George Hajdu in his 76th year. Beloved wife of Hannelore (Ruehl) Hajdu. Loving father of Ingrid Bielec. Sadly missed by his grandchildren Jason VanLieshout, Toby VanLieshout and Christie Bielec. Fondly remembered by his sister-in-law Ingrid Warcholyk. Also missed by his niece, nephews and their families. Friends will be received by the family from 12(noon) – 1:00pm on Friday, November 6, 2009, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at 1:00pm with Reverend Victor Brown officiating. Cremation to follow service with interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. Memorial donations may be made to London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

STEWART: Dr. Harold

At Victoria Hospital, London on Sunday, November 1, 2009.  Dr. Harold Brown Stewart (Professor Emeritus, University of Western Ontario and former Dean of Graduate Studies) of London in his 89th year.  Beloved husband of the late Pauline (Blake) Stewart.  Dear father of Ann Stewart and her husband Bradley Limpert of Toronto.  Predeceased by his brother Gordon Stewart and his wife Dorothy.  Also loved by his grandsons Joshua and Noah.  Friends will be received by the family from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 pm Friday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where a memorial service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, November 7th at 11:00 am.  As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Harold Stewart Memorial Fund c/o Department of Biochemistry, Medical Science Building, Room 342, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Western Ontario, London, ON N6A 5C1. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Joseph William Alexander “Bill” Tessier at his residence on Friday, October 30, 2009 in his 61st year. Loving father of Jessica, Jordan and Jeff Tessier. Also missed by Lisa Lusby. Sadly missed by his mother Margaret Tessier and his siblings Merle Tessier, Joanne Stanley and her husband Beven and Barry Tessier. Lovingly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family from 2 – 4pm and 7 – 9pm on Sunday, November 8, 2009 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be held in the chapel on Monday, November 9 at 1:00pm. Cremation following the service at Woodland Cemetery, London. Memorial donations may be made to Friends of Algonquin Provincial Park, P.O. Box 219, Whitney, ON K0J 2M0 or to First Episode Mood and Anxiety Program, c/o Dr. Osuch, 860 Richmond Street, London, ON N6A 3H8. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

Lancaster, Joan

Peacefully at University Hospital, London, Joan Carolyn (Orzen) Lancaster, in her 77th year. Beloved wife of John Lancaster. Loving mother to Wesley John Lancaster and Tracey Andrus and her husband Jeff. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Abigail Grace Andrus, Emily Joan Andrus and Coleman Lancaster. Also missed by her brother-in-law Robert Lancaster, sister-in-law Marilyn Lancaster and her nephew Brent Lancaster. A special thank you to South Street Dialysis Unit for all their care and compassion for the past 5 years. Also thank you to the Critical Care Unit staff at University Hospital, 2nd Floor, Sandra, Cathy and Kamala. Cremation has taken place. There will be a Graveside service at Memory Gardens Cemetery, 2723 Victoria Street North, Kitchener on Friday, November 6, 2009 at 2pm with Reverend Allan Scharlach officiating. All guests are asked to meet at the cemetery office at 1:45pm for procession to the grave at 2pm. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with funeral arrangements (519-433-5184). Memorial donations may be made to Kidney Foundation of Canada, Southwestern Ontario Chapter, 379 Dundas Street, Suite 119, London, ON N6B 1V5 and Heart and Stroke Foundation, 150 -633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

COON, Zeffie……Peacefully at Chelsey Park Nursing Home, London on Friday, October 30, 2009, Zeffie Theresa Coon in her 101st year. Dear sister of Della Book of London. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brothers Woodrow Coon and Arnold Coon and her sister Marie Richards. Cremation has taken place. A private family graveside service will be held in Woodland Cemetery on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. As an expression of sympathy memorial donation may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation London Area Office, 150-633 Colborne Street, London, Ontario, N6B 2V3. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with funeral arrangements (519-433-5184). Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com.

LEWIS: Alice
At Victoria Hospital, London on Wednesday, October 28, 2009. Alice May (Holme) Lewis of London in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late William Thomas Lewis. Dear sister of Winnifred Haygarth and Harry Holme both of London. Predeceased by her sister Helen Wolff and her brothers Alf, Albert, Frank and William Holme. Also loved by her many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 pm. Friday and 10 to 1100 am Saturday, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, October 31st 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 M6B 2V3. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

BOERSMA, Marten……

Peacefully at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, on Wednesday, October 28, 2009, Marten Boersma of London in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Anna (Van Brug) Boersma (2008). Proud father to Bo Boersma of London and Harry John Boersma (Ginette) of Nepean. Loving Opa of Rachael Boersma. Also missed by his many brothers and sisters. Cremation has taken place. A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2009 from 1-5pm, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 150-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

HARDER, Herbert…..

After a long illness, Herb went home to be with his Lord and Saviour whom he loved, on October 26, 2009, in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Marie (Schmitt) Harder of 50 years. Loving father of Jerry (Anita) of Brampton, Bruce (Michelle) of London, ON and Brian of Wales, UK. Cherished Opa of Jonathan, Sara and Ian, Caleb and Caitlyn, Benjamin and Ellis. Survived by his brother John (Lucy). Herb will be greatly missed by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brothers, Pete, Jake, Abe, and George. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, October 29, 2009, from 6-8pm at North Park Community Church, 1510 Fanshawe Park Road East, London, where the funeral service will be held on Friday, October 30, 2009 at 1:00pm, (with visitation from 11:30 – 1pm). Interment in Siloam Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the New Life Prison Ministry, P.O. Box 123, Arva ON N0M 1C0 or Canadian Bible Society, 424 Waterloo Street, London ON N6B 2P2. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com