Services & Obituaries

THOMPSON
At London Health Sciences Centre – University Hospital on Tuesday, March 18, 2008, William Russell Thompson of London in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Beatrice (McDowell) (Clark) Thompson. Dear father of Carol Thompson of London. Also loved by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

CRAIG…..

At her residence in London on Sunday, March 16, 2008, Delia “Dee” (Bush) Craig in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Richard “Dick” Craig (1980). Loving mother of Scott Craig and his wife Sandra of BC and Mahri Rous of London. Proud grandmother of Kelly, Megan, Kevin, Kyle, Taylor and Madelaine. Dear great-grandmother of Ava. Also missed by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brothers Howard, Claude and her sister Joyce. At Dee’s request cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held. As an expression of sympathy memorial, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. (A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with the arrangements). Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

STRAIN
At London Health Sciences Centre – Victoria Hospital on Sunday, March 16, 2008, L. Elizabeth (Betty) Strain of London in her 71st year. Dear sister of David Strain and his wife Jean of Grand Bend. Loved aunt of Kevin Strain and his wife Jackie of Oakville, Robert Strain and his wife Nichole of London and Karen Bruckschwaiger and her husband Tyson of London. Also loved by great nieces and great nephews Megan, Rebecca, Kate, Spencer, Tanner, Tyler and Audrey. Sorely missed by her relatives in Scotland and many close friends. Betty was very active in Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, Elmwood Avenue Lawn Bowling and the Cherryhill Seniors Community. The family will receive friends one hour prior to a Memorial Service which will be held at Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, 111 Elmwood Avenue, London, on Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at 2:00 pm with Reverend Kevin Steeper officiating. The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff of the 7th floor, Victoria Hospital who cared for Betty. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, Ontario, N6A 3A1.

WETTLAUFER: At Parkwood Hospital, London on Sunday, March 16th, 2008 Dianne (Allison) Wettlaufer of Rodney and formerly of London in her 65th year. Beloved wife of the late Richard Wettlaufer. Dear mother of Darrin Wettlaufer and his wife Janice of London and Michelle Milburn and her husband John of Rodney. Also loved by her granddaugher Abigail Milburn. Dear sister of Larry Allison and Chic Wilmer and her husband Roger (Jimmy) all of London. Dear sister-in-law of Larry Nicholls of Gravenhurst, Gerry and Pat Gepp of Welland, Ron and Joyce Wettlaufer of Mount Forest, Rita Meyers, David and Lynn Wettlaufer, Stephen Wettlaufer, Tim and Nancy Wettlaufer all of Woodstock and Mary Ellen Allison of London. The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 7-9 pm Tuesday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Wednesday, March 19th at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Robert Karn officiating. Cremation, Mount Pleasant Crematorium, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1 or Mocha Shriners Pediatric Orthopedic Telemedicine Service, 468 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2T3. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

NELLIGAN

Always our hero

Peacefully surrounded by his loving family and after a heroic battle following surgery in January, Joseph Michael Nelligan passed away on March 15, 2008, in his 88th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 51 years, Pauline (1997), his dear parents David and Charlotte, brothers Leo, Vern, George and sisters Marcella and Mary. He is survived by his devoted daughter Mary-Michelle, loving grandchildren Ashleigh and her fiancé Jeff, Joseph, Matt and his fiancée Meagan, great-grandchildren Ryan and Ethan, siblings Margaret, Anne, Bill and Isabel, stepson Fred Linn and his wife Doris and numerous nieces and nephews. Joe deeply loved his family.
Joe signed up for the Armed Forces in 1941 and served with great distinction as a bombadier in the RCAF, 408 Squadron flying in a Lancaster bomber. After the war, he graduated from UWO with a BA and then Carleton University with a degree in Journalism. He pursued a very successful career in public relations working for Trans Canada Airlines (Air Canada) and Eaton’s. His family is tremendously proud of his war record, his career in business and his life in general. A devoted family man, Joe liked nothing better than relaxing at home surrounded by his family. He loved family trips, the Tiger Cats and the Stratford Festival and was a patriotic Canadian, closely following politics. His kind and generous nature and his twinkling blue eyes will be very sadly missed by family, friends and his faithful canine friend, Conor.
A family service will be held at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Stoney Creek, on March 19 at 10:00am. His ashes and those of Pauline will be scattered together at a favourite family place in Haliburton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made at the SPCA Hamilton/Burlington.

Dad, we shall meet again.

ADAMS: Minnie
On Friday, March 14, 2008 at McCormick Home, London. Minnie Marguerite (Bryan) Adams 97. Reunited in heaven with her husband Fred (1993). Devoted mother of Fred Adams (Loretta). Cherished grandmother of Scott Adams (Linda) of Calgary, Craig Adams (Mary) of London and Paula Adams of Banff, AB. Great-grandmother of Amy, Michelle, Jeffrey and Sarah. Minnie was an active member of Centennial United Church for over 50 years, enjoying many years working with the U.C.W. She continued to do volunteer work into her 92nd year, visiting people in nursing homes and hospitals. Minnie will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Our deep appreciation to the staff of Maple Grove Wing at McCormick Home for the loving care of our dear mother and grandmother. You are all very special, we will be forever grateful. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior to the funeral service being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Tuesday, March 18th at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Thomas D. Hiscock officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the McCormick Home Foundation, 2022 Kains Road, London, ON N6K 0A8 or the charity of your choice. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

CLARK
It is with profound sadness that the family announce the passing of Dorothy Emma (Weese – Simpson) Clark on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of the late H.W. Douglas Simpson and the late Gordon Clark. Dearly loved mother of Dawn (Mike) and David (Edie). Devoted grandmother to Devon, Shelley, Danielle, Sean and Julie and great-grandmother to Brent. Fondly remembered by Gaby Peacock and the Clark and Noyle families. An admired and inspiring mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, she will be forever missed and cherished in our hearts. Dorothy pursued her chosen career as wife, mother and grandmother with kindness and enthusiasm. Her fun-loving spirit will remain with us forever. The family will receive friends one hour prior to a funeral service which will be held in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 2:30 pm with Reverend Frank J. Van Veen officiating. Special thanks to the staff of the Tyndall Nursing Home in Mississauga for their care and support over the last 8 years. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London & Middlesex, 555 Southdale Road East, Suite 100, London, ON, N6E 1A2. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

She was much loved. We will miss her.

HOLLAND:
Peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, London on Tuesday, March 11, 2008. Dorothy M. (Kersey) Holland, 4 days after her 98th birthday. Beloved wife of the late Fred Holland (June 1995). Dear mother of Susan Barr, Sharon Link and her husband Doug all of London and Anne Holland of Kitchener. Dearest grandmother of Erik Barr and his wife Darlene of Wolfville, N.S, Ian Barr and his wife Trish of Guelph, Andrew Barr and his partner Ju-Lee Wolsey, Roshana Ottley and her husband Harold all of London, Mera Barr and her partner Juan Jimenez of Toronto, Jennifer Link of Brantford and Ryan Link and his fiancee Jennifer Holmes of Toronto. Great-grandmother to Emma and Kate Barr, Harrison, Ethan and Ella Barr and Hannah Ottley. Dear sister of Ruth Fountain of London and predeceased by her brothers Tobias, James, Elmer, John and Kenneth. Mom was a 1932 Grad of Victoria Hospital School of Nursing and served overseas from 1942 to 1945 with the # 10 Medical Unit. Friends will be received by the family from 2 to 4 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, March 17th at 1:00 p.m. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Parkwood Foundation, c/o St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation, 268 Grosvenor Street, London, ON N6A 4V2 or the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street, North, London, ON N6B 3H8. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

SULLIVAN:
At University Hospital, London on Monday, March 10, 2008. Mary Gwendoline (Thompson) Sullivan of London in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Walter A. Sullivan. Dear mother of Susan Mary Vermeulen of Toronto. Predeceased by her sister Mona H. Dewars, her brother Frank W. Thompson and her sister-in-law Jean Thompson. Loved and cherished by her grandchildren Jeremy, Kate and Owen Vermeulen. Sadly missed also by her nephews and many friends. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior to the funeral service being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Thursday, March 13th at 1:00 p.m. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the St. Stephen’s Memorial Anglican Church Foundation, 727 Southdale Road East, London, ON N6E 1A9 . On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

POWELL
At London Health Sciences Centre – Victoria Hospital, on Monday, March 10, 2008, Clayton Melvin Powell at the age of 84. Beloved husband of Marjorie L. (Currie) Powell for 57 years. Dear brother of Gordon Powell, Florida. Predeceased by his sister Marion Barber. At his request no funeral will be held. Cremation with interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London, Ontario, N6B 2V3. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com