Services & Obituaries

SMALE: Helen
At Chelsey Park Nursing Home, London on Wednesday, May 27, 2009. Helen Isabel (Boyle) Smale of London, in her 93rd. year. Beloved wife of the late Reg. Walter Smale (1985). Dear mother of Judith Hare of Halifax. Predeceased by her son Terrance, her sister Agnes Wilkie and her brother Neil Boyle. Also loved by her grandchildren, Patrick and his wife Jennifer, Martin and his wife Noreen, her great-grandchildren, Martin, Katerina, Morgan and Elysha and her daughter-in-law Donna of Belmont. At Mrs. Smale’s request there will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation with interment of cremated remains in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. (A. Millard George Funeral Home, London, ON 519-433-5184 entrusted with arrangements) On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com “The family would like to give special thanks to the staff of the Chelsey Park Nursing Home, 3rd floor where Helen resided for a number of years, for their compassionate caring and support.” Donation’s in Helen”s memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex, 555 Southdale Road, Suite 100, London, ON N6E 1A2

CONNOLLY, Aileen……Surrounded by her daughters at University Hospital, London, early Wednesday, May 27, 2009, Aileen Gladys (Ayres) Connolly of London in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of the late J.T. (Joe) Connolly. Dear mother of Ann McCutchan of Toronto, Elizabeth Fearn and her husband Richard of White Rock, B.C., Colleen Connolly and her husband Ron Lariviere of Hamilton and Dawn Connolly and her husband Paul Leitch of Vancouver. Dear grandmother of Susan, Wilson and Andrew McCutchan, Joseph and James Fearn and David and Gregory Lariviere. Friends will be received by the family from 3-5 and 7-9pm Thursday, May 28, 2009 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Funeral service will be conducted at St. Paul’s Cathedral, 472 Richmond Street (at Queen’s Avenue), London on Friday, May 29, 2009 at 1:00 pm. A graveside service will be held in Mount Pleasant Cemetery on Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 11:00 am. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to St Paul’s Cathedral (Daily Bread Program), 472 Richmond Street, London, N6A 3E6. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

Lake, Harold…..

Peacefully after a long illness, at Victoria Hospital on Monday, May 25, 2009, Harold Lake of Lowbanks and formerly of London in his 72nd year. Best friend and husband of Lois (Corbin) Lake of 40 years. Beloved father of Chery Lake of London, Charlie Richardson (Wendy Ashley) of London, Karla Bruder (Pete) of London, Jon Lake of London, Steve Lake of London, Joanne Young of Florida and David Lake (Cynthia) of London. Cherished grandfather of Courtney, Ben, Kyla, Dylan, Matt and Sarah. Brother of Ron Lake (the late Dorothy), Donna Deans (the late Earl), Norma McFarlane (Norman) and Len Chin. Also missed by his brother-in-law John Corbin (the late Mary) and by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, May 28, 2009 from 3-5 and 7-9pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The celebration of Harold’s life will be held at Oakridge Presbyterian Church, 862 Freele Street (at Oxford Street West), London, on Friday, May 29, 2009 at 10:00am, with Reverend Dr. Terry D. Ingram officiating. Cremation. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street North, London ON N6B 3H8 or the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

MORRISON, Irene Jenny

Passed away quietly with loved ones by her side at London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Hospital on Sunday, May 24, 2009 Irene Jenny Morrison of London in her 53rd year. Beloved wife of Bruce Morrison and daughter of Renske “Rita” and the late Annius Bisschop. Dear mother of Leah Morrison and her companion Dylon McChesney. Dear sister of Grace Janko(Noel), Teena Morrow (Larry), Alice Kanwisher (Norm), Richard Bisschop (Kelly) and Marian Haslett (Scott). Also loved by her niece Keaton Morrison. Predeceased by her parents -in-law Donald and Phyllis Morrison and sister-in-law Patricia Morrison. Friends will be received by the family on Tuesday, May 26, 2009 from 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where a funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 4:00 pm. Interment in the 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. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

” Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.”
M. Gandhi

PLESTED, Carol….

Surrounded by her family at Victoria Hospital, London, on Monday, May 18, 2009, Carol (Lightfoot) Plested of London in her 67th year. Beloved wife of Irwin Plested of 34 years. Loving mother of Dawn Herbert and her husband Steve of St. Thomas and Chris Plested of London. Cherished grandmother of Kimberly and Carly. Dear sister of Judy (Steve) and Janet. Also missed by her sister-in-law Marilyn (De). The family would like to thank all the medical staff for their care and compassion. Friends will be received by the family from 3 – 5 and 7-9pm Thursday, May 21, 2009 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the celebration of Carol’s life will be held in the chapel on Friday, May 22, 2009 at 1:00 pm. Cremation. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London ON N6B 2V3 or to the charity of your choice. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

HEWLETTE, George

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital on Monday, May 18, 2009, George Francis “Red” Hewlette in his 77th year. Beloved husband of Joyce (Kohout) Hewlette. Dear father of Brad Hewlette and his wife Rhonda of Port Elgin, Greg Hewlette and his wife Tracy of Calgary, Steve Hewlette and his wife Julie of London and Darrell Meckley of Michigan. Stepfather of Debbie Woodruff of London, Sandy Keane and her husband Tim of Cambridge, Cindy Woodruff of Sarnia and Sherri Woodruff of Pefferlaw. Also loved by 6 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild and 4 step-grandchildren. Dear brother of Kenneth Walker and his wife Hester of Illinois and Phyllis Cannon of Sarnia. Also loved by several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Dr. Boldt and V.O.N. nurses Pauline and P.J. for their kindness. Also thank you to the doctors and nurses at Victoria Hospital 6th floor who took such wonderful care of George. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior (2-3pm) to the memorial service being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Saturday, May 30th, 2009 at 3:00 pm. Memorial donations my be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 150 -633 Colborne Street London, ON N6B 2V3 or to Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

FARRELL, Marion…..

With great sadness, our family announces the passing of Marion Cathrine (Barrett) Farrell, in her 89th year, on Saturday, May 16, 2009 at University Hospital. She will be greatly missed as a wonderful mother to Cathy J. Farrell and partner Adrian of London and David E. Farrell and his wife Trish of Thorndale. Adored grandmother to Derrick (Courtney) and Dale. She will be fondly remembered by many friends at Wesley-Knox, Cherryhill and London’s florist community. Marion was born in London, daughter of the late Frank and Bessie Barrett and predeceased by her brother George Barrett and sister Rosemary McElhiney. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9pm on Wednesday, May 20th and Thursday, May 21st from noon – 1pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street, South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Thursday, May 21st at 1:00 pm with Reverend Dr. Douglas H. Ross officiating. Cremation with interment of cremated remains in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, at a later date. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Cherryhill Healthy Aging Program, 301 Oxford St W 40, London, ON, N6H 1S6 where Marion spent many years as a volunteer. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

MARTIN, Sarah……
Sarah Mishal. Unexpectedly, at home, in her 26th year. Very precious daughter of Diane and David Martin of London, wonderful sister of Lisa Marie (Jonathan) Fletcher of Whitby, and of Matthew and Daniel Martin of London. “Princess” granddaughter of Beatrice Wilkins of London and beloved niece of Valerie Wilkins of London. Dear aunt of William, Samuel and Tristan Fletcher. Loved as an infant by Kim Klaus, Sheldon Heslop, Joyce Klaus and Lisa Klaus. Predeceased by grandparents Arthur Wilkins, Bill and Mary (Martin) Routledge. Visitation Tuesday, May 19, 2009 from 7:00-9:00 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Funeral service at 2:00 pm Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at Oakridge Presbyterian Church, 862 Freele Street (at Oxford), London, with Reverend Dr. Terry Ingram officiating. Visitation at the church one hour prior to service (1:00 – 2:00pm). Memorial donations to WOTCH, 534 Queens Ave, London, ON N6B 1Y6 or CMHA, London Middlesex Branch, 648 Huron Street, London, ON N5Y4J8 or the charity of your choice gratefully appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

Sarah is now Safe in the arms of Jesus

RYLETT, Elmer

Peacefully at London Health Sciences Centre – University Hospital on May 15th, 2009, in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of Doris Maude (Grover) Rylett for 58 years. Loving father of Dr. Jane Rylett and husband Dr. Jack Bend of London, and Doug Rylett and wife Catherine Tafler of Toronto. Proud grandfather of Tom (Thomas) and Sally (Sarah) Rylett (Toronto), and step-grandfather of Ryan Bend (Pittsburgh) and Allison Bend (Toronto). Brother to Kenneth Rylett (Manchester, England). Elmer resided most of his life in Chatham, Ontario, and is predeceased by brothers Harold Rylett and Clarence Rylett, and parents Thomas Edward and Hannah Sarah (Wood) Rylett. He is also survived by sister-in-law Roberta Chandler in Chatham, and fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. A private family service will be held in the chapel at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday May 18, 2009. The family wishes to thank the outstanding staff for their tender care and loving support given at Highview Residence in London over the past two years, and the medical staff in CCU at University Hospital. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations made to Highview Residence, 41 Capulet Walk, London, ON N6H 5W4 or the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3 would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.amgfh.com

LLOYD: Patrick
At Victoria Hospital, London on Thursday, May 14, 2009. Patrick Robert James Lloyd of London in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Florence V. Lloyd. Dear father of Timothy Lloyd of London and step-father of Wendy Deleeuw and her husband Dick of Calgary, Karen Elliot and her husband Brian and Paul Weigel and his wife Donna all of London. Dear brother of Bernice Lezert of Kemptville, Jack Lloyd of Brockville and Earl Lloyd and his wife Paulette of Huntsville. Predeceased by his sister Phyllis Arsneault. Also loved by his grandchildren Naomi, Neil, Kelsey, Jonathan, Justine, Marie and Christine. Pat was a veteran of the Korean War and a Past President of Lambeth Legion, Branch No. 501. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A Legion / K.V.A. Service with Lambeth Legion, Branch No. 501 in charge, will be held in the chapel Tuesday, May 19th at 1:00 p.m., immediately followed by a memorial service. A private interment of cremated remains will follow at 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, N6B 2V3 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com