Services & Obituaries

DODD
At London Health Sciences Center – Victoria Hospital on Tuesday, January 29, 2008 Winnifred Adelaide Dodd in her 90th year. She is fondly remembered by nieces Marilyn of Fredericton NB, Catherine of Ennismore, ON, Rosemary of Toronto ON, grandnieces Debra, Sharon, Dyanne, Ruth and Sarah and grandnephew Peter. She was predeceased by her brothers John William Dodd, Donald Dodd and Richard Dodd. Arrangements have been entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, Ontario. A graveside service will be held at Woodland Cemetery on Friday, February 1, 2008 at 3:30 pm with Reverend Karen Horst officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, 111 Elmwood Avenue, London, Ontario N6C 1J4. Heartfelt thanks to all at Victoria Hospital in Emergency, Medicine, Surgery and Cardiology for your kindness and care for Aunt Wynne. Online condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

LING: Peacefully at London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Hospital on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 Sharon (Atkins) Ling of London in her 62nd year. Beloved wife of Bevan Ling. Dear mother of Ethan Ling and Matthew Ling and his partner Julie Murray. Dear daughter of John “Jack” Atkins and the late Ruth Atkins. Dear sister-in-law of Bruce Ling and Mary Byrne-Ling of New York. Predeceased by her Aunt Elva Lindsay. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. Saturday and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A memorial service will be held at St. James Westminster Anglican Church, 115 Askin Street, London on Monday, February 4th. at 11:00 a.m. with Archdeacon Ken Anderson officiating. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1or the charity of your choice. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

HALL……
Peacefully at home, on Monday, January 28, 2008, Victor Bishop Hall of London in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Donna (Darling) Hall. Cherished father of Kim Jovichevich of London, Barbara Park of Nobelton and Kelly Hall-Mathews of London. Dear brother of Lois-Anne Hyde and her husband Mac of Barrie. Predeceased by his sister Margery Lahn. Dear brother-in-law of Barbara Simmons of Toronto. Proud Grampy of Andrea and Heather Jovichevich, Lindsay, Kara, Bryan and Lauren Park and Katelyn and Ryan Hall-Mathews. Vic was a member of Union Lodge No. 380 A.F.&A.M. for over 50 years. He enjoyed his bowling league and his coin collection, had a passion for airplanes and trains. He will be missed by his feathered friends at Greenway Park. Friends will be received by the family from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Friday, February 1st at 2:30 p.m. with Archdeacon Ken Anderson of St. James Westminster Anglican Church officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. The family wish to extend a special “thank you” to Dr. Larry Schmidt and his staff. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the L. H. S. C. – PEPP, 392 South Street, WMCH Bldg., Room 143, London, ON N6A 4G5 or the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 150-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca A Masonic Service will be held in the chapel Thursday at 6:30 p.m. under the auspices of Union Lodge No. 380 A.F.&A.M.

SPENCE: Peacefully at Middlesex Terrace on Monday, January 28th, 2008 Mrs. Mary Olive (McAdam) Spence of London in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late T.H. (Harry) Spence. Dear sister of Joseph and John McAdam both in Northern Ireland. Also loved by her nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 7-9 pm Thursday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the complete funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Friday, February 1st at 1:00 PM with Reverend Robert W. Wilson officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

Ella May Sorensen
May 30 1912 – January 24, 2008

Peacefully, on January 24, 2008, after 95 happy years, Ella May Sorensen (Getson) has ‘slipped the surly bonds of earth’. The youngest of twelve children born to Albert and Gertrude Getson of Kildare Capes, PEI, Ella is survived by her sister Ruby MacMillan.

Loving Mother of Ingrid & Jim Clark of London, and Bonnie & Jim Hartley of Woodstock; proud Grandmother of Jeremy Clark & Becky Young, Jordan & Sarah Clark, Bronwyn Coulter, Jessica and Craig Hartley, and a beloved member of the entire Getson clan.

Ella moved to London, Ontario after the war where she married her long-time sweetheart, Eric Sorensen of Denmark, now deceased. They lived for many years in the “Old South” area.

She was a member of Calvary United Church, a wonderful gardener, and a lover of poetry. She spent her last years listening avidly to CBC radio to keep up with world events. Her cheerfulness, inquiring mind, and love of good conversation will be missed by all who knew her.

The family has chosen to have a private goodbye. They would like to thank the staff and residents of Ashwood Manor who have been home and friends for the last five years, and the nurses at St Thomas Elgin General Hospital for their care.

In her honour … memorize a poem, plant a rose bush, or donate to the charity of your choice.

“Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth, and danced the sky on laughter silvered wings” (High Flight)

HILLIER: Dr. Don H.
At Victoria Hospital, London, on Tuesday, January 22, 2008. Dr. Don H. Hillier of London in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Barbara (Hainsworth) Hillier and the late Vivian (Fraser) Hillier. Dear father of Glen Hillier and his wife Tine, Karen Arnold and her husband Jim all of Sherwood Park, Alberta, Stephen Hillier and his wife Betty of Edmonton, Alberta and Janice Egleston and her husband Jim of Leduc, Alberta. Also loved by his 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral service. Friends are invited to join the family at the residence, 55 Greenbrier Crescent, London on Saturday, January 26th from 1 to 4 p.m. for a time of reflection. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1. (A. Millard George Funeral Home, London entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184) On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

LONEY: At McCormick Home, London on Monday, January 21st, 2008 Norel C. Loney of London in his 99th year. Beloved husband of the late Nora F. (McMann) (Hoare) Loney and the late Muriel (Glenn) Loney. Dear father of Mrs. Anne Baker of R.R. #4, Winchester, Ontario. Dear brother of Frank Loney of Toronto, Jack Loney and Mrs. Doreen Montgomery both of Trenton. Predeceased by his brother Vincent Loney and his son-in-law George Baker. Also loved by his grandchildren David and Douglas Baker. Dear friend of Mrs. Mary McKay of London. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be conducted at Wesley-Knox United Church, 91 Askin Street, London on Saturday, January 26th. at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Thomas D. Hiscock offciating and a masonic service will be conducted at Wesley-Knox United Church on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. under the auspices of St. John’s Lodge No. 20 A.F. & A.M. Inurnment of cremated remains in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Wesley-Knox United Church, (Transportation Fund), 91 Askin Street, London, ON N6C 1E7 or the McCormick Home Foundation, 2022 Kains Road, London, ON N6K 0A8. On Line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca
A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements-519-433-5184.

DRAISEY…..

With her grand-daughter by her side, on Sunday, January 20, 2008, Muriel Doris (nee McComb) Draisey of London in her 90th year. Much loved wife of 65 years to Al Draisey. Loved mother of Alvin Draisey and his wife Mary of Crediton and Janice Copeland and her husband Gary of Dorchester. Sadly missed by best friend and grand-daughter Renee Crowe and her husband Jim of Dorchester. Fondly remembered by her grandchildren Shawn Draisey of London and Laura Philips and her husband Ron of Florida. Cherished great-grandmother of Tanya-Lynne, Brieanna, Chance, Wyatt and Jordon. Predeceased by her son George and grandson Curtis (1976). Also survived by many nieces, nephews, close friends and neighbours. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the celebration of Muriel’s life will be held in the chapel on Thursday, January 24, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Mark Hollywood officiating. Special thanks to the staff at Victoria Hospital, 6th Floor – Palliative Care for their loving care. In Lieu of flowers the family has requested that you consider a donation to the Cardiac Fitness Institute, 800 Commissioners Road East, P.O. Box 5375, London ON N6A 4G5. Online condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

WILLIAMS: Jeffery
Peacefully, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his family, Jeff was called home to be with the Lord, on Friday January 18, 2008. Jeffrey Carl Williams of London in his 58th year. Beloved husband of Millie (Millard) Williams. Dear father of Jeremy and Shannon. Dear son of Russell and Doris Williams. Dear brother of Mark Williams and Karen Williams both of London. Friends will be received by the family from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. 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, January 23rd at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to London Regional Cancer Program (Brain Tumour), 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6 or the London Health Sciences Centre Foundation (Palliative Care), 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. A tree will be planted in Jeff’s memory. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

FONTANA:
At Victoria Hospital, London on Tuesday, January 15, 2008. Helene (Erdner) Fontana of London in her 82nd year. Loving wife of the late Robert “Bob” Fontana. Beloved sister of Karin Welz , sister-in-law of Frieda Erdner and aunt to several nieces and nephews all in Germany. Also loved by her step-granddaughters, Kimberly Fontana, Traci Wegelin, Terri Stashick and Vicky Fontana-Vatcher and her many friends. Cremation has taken place with interment following in St. Peter’s Cemetery and Holy Family Mausoleum, London. Memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 371 King Street, London, ON N6B 1S4. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrausted with arrangements 519-433-5184. On line condolences accepted at www,amgeorgefh.on.ca