Services & Obituaries

GRIEVE: Amy Elizabeth

It is with great sadness the family of Amy Elizabeth Grieve (nee Bowerman) announce her passing on Wednesday, June 20, 2007 at the Dearness Home at age 101. She was the wife of the late Elliott David Grieve who died in 1956. The couple who married August 8, 1934 had three daughters: Shirleyan English and her husband Douglas, Sharon Zeisner and her husband Robert and Sandra Wagner. She had eight grandchildren: David English and his partner Sharon Lindala, Sharon Lee English, Jeffrey, John Zeisner and his wife Victoria, Catherine Zeisner-Boyd and her husband Lennie Boyd, Kim Ziebell and her husband Terry, Kelly Northup and her husband Brian and Ryan McFadden and his wife Kari, There are also eight great-grandchildren: Rolfe, Portia, Amy Elizabeth, Daniel, Sarah, Meaghan, Paige and Cordelia. Amy was born in Tyendinaga Twp., near Belleville on June 4, 1906. After attending Normal School in North Bay, she taught elementary school in Trout Lake near Bancroft and in Northern Ontario schools at Tomiko and Elk Lake. During the Second World War, she founded the Finnish Red Cross in Cobalt, ON. Later, she helped found the Girl Guide troop in Elk Lake. She was a vivacious woman, with great energy who walked three miles a day when she was in her 80’s and was most particular about diet long before that became fashionable. An avid bridge player, she was known for her prodiguous memory, curious brain, great wit and excellent cooking. She travelled a great deal and always remarked that her favourite trip was by ship on the last voyage of the Stefan Batory to Poland and back. When her sight failed at 90, she took to Talking Books with a gusto and taught herself to knit afghans although unable to see. She remained interested in current events, particularly space projects, almost to the end. Visitation will be on Sunday, June 24th from 2 to 4 p.m. at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Burial will take place next to her husband at Terrace Lawn Cemetery in North Bay. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the London Public Library (Tape Program),251 Dundas Street, London, ON N6A 6H9 or the CNIB, London Chapter, 749 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Many thanks to the caring staff at the Dearness Home for their kindness to Amy in her final months.
On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

NEWMAN: William Robert Bob” “

DEWAR…Peacefully at the Chelsey Park Long Term Care, London, on Tuesday, June 12, 2007, Thelma (Piper) Dewar of London in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Herbert H. Dewar of 51 years. Predeceased by her parents the late George F. Piper and Minnie (Campbell) Piper. Loving sister to
M. A. Gentile (Aleen) of Auburn Hills, MI and her brother the late John E. Piper. Cherished aunt to
Kip Serota, Nancy Arft, Sandra Aldrich, Reverend Michelle Whitcomb, Diane C. Piper, Nora Allingham and William Dewar. At Thelma’s request there will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation with interment of cremated remains in Fingal Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to World Vision Canada, 1 World Drive, Mississauga, ON L5T 2Y4 (A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184). Online condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

BRIGLIA: Anthony John (Jack)
On Tuesday, June 12, 2007 at Mount Hope Long Term Care Centre, London after a heroic struggle with Parkinson’s Disease, Jack wrote 30″ to a lifelong career as a newspaperman. Employed first as a “”stringer”” by the sports department of the London Free Press”

D’ARVILLE:
Shirley Leona (nee Edwards) – Shirley passed away peacefully at home in the early morning of Tuesday, June 12, 2007, surrounded by the love of her children, her favourite music and the sounds of nature drifting through her window. She was 71 years young. Married for 52 years to Charles Lovell D’Arville, who passed away earlier this year. Shirley was a devoted and loving wife, mother, proud grandmother, daughter, friend, sister and aunt. Predeceased by her eldest child, daughter Corby (2000), and infants Charles Jr. and Debbie. Shirley is dearly loved, respected and missed by her surviving children, Collin and his spouse Elizabeth Day of Barrie, Claire and her spouse Bruce Hawkins of Guelph, Carrie, who made Shirley’s peaceful final days at home possible and Craig and his spouse Aaron Walker of Toronto. Shirley adored each of her grandchildren, Dana, Joshua, Carl, Grant and Elena. The most important thing throughout Shirley’s life was the safety and happiness of her children and grandchildren, and the joy of laughter. An avid gardener, she spent her last years doing her favourite things, nurturing her beautiful garden, cooking, laughing, taking day trips, being with loved ones, and enjoying old and new friendships. Shirley was gifted with a sharp wit and an incredible open, patient and loving heart and soul. Shirley is loved and missed by her many dear friends, among them Shirley Davies and Ann Rising, both of Sault Ste. Marie, and Eleanore Dennison of Ingersoll. Shirley’s children wish to express their deep appreciation and gratitude to Dr. Jeff Spence, Dr. Mark Vincent, Dr. JeJe, Dr. Maria Boldt, Dr. Khanna, the Palliative Home Care outreach team, all the staff in Oncology and the Cancer Clinic at Victoria Hospital, Emergency staff at Victoria and University Hospitals, CCAC, Victorian Order of Nurses, Hospice of London and the many support agencies who helped fulfill Shirley’s last wishes and helped guide her care and treatment. We also thank Archdeacon D. Ian Grant of St. Paul’s Cathedral for his compassion and support over the past several months. A graveside service will be held at Woodland Cemetery on Friday, June 15, 2007. Service to begin promptly at 2:00 p.m. Friends of Shirley and her family are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1 or the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street, North, London, ON N6B 3H8 would be appreciated. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca (A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184)

LINDSAY: Peacefully at London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Hospital, on Monday, June 11th, 2007 Miss Elva M. Lindsay of London in her 84th year. Beloved daughter of the late Lewis and Eliza Lindsay. Predeceased by her brother Kenneth Lindsay and her sister Mrs. Ruth Atkins. Loving Aunt of Sharon Ling and her husband Bevan of London. Also loved by her great-nephews Ethan and Matthew Ling. Sister-in-law of Jack Atkins of London. Miss Lindsay was a long time employee of the United Cigar Store, Woodstock and Emco Limited, London and an active volunteer at Victoria Hospital South Street gift shop. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service to inter her cremated remains will be conducted at Woodland Cemetery, 493 Springbank Drive, London on Thursday, June 14th at 3:00 p.m. with Archdeacon Ken Anderson officiating. 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 (A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements -519-433-5184).

IMRIE….

Finally with his Rosie, at Parkwood Hospital, London, on Sunday, June 10, 2007, Donald W. Imrie in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of the late Rose (Adams) Imrie (2003). Dear father of Carol Innes and her husband John of London, Louise Ross and her husband George of New Westminster, B.C., Robert Imrie and his wife Patti of London, Heather Imrie and her husband Gordon Tipple of Vancouver, B.C., David Imrie of Port Coquitlam, B.C., and Ron Imrie and his wife Gail of Barrie. Cherished grandfather of John Ross and his wife Tish, Jennifer Spencer and her husband Jamie, Greg and Tara Innes, Beth Beauchamp and her husband Chris, Chris Innes, Holly and Scotty Imrie, Colin Imrie, Erin and Nathan Tipple and his great-grandchildren Alyssa, Tegan and Eric. Predeceased by his sister and friend Eleanor Tymczak. The family would like to thank the nursing staff of 5B West at Parkwood Hospital for their compassionate and professional care toward their Dad. Don was a Past Master (1988) of Acacia Lodge No. 580 A.F. & A. M.. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday, June 17, 2007, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the celebration of Don’s life will be held in the chapel on Monday, June 18th, 2007 at 11:00 a.m., with Reverend Kevin Steeper officiating. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 617 Wellington Street, London ON N6A 3R6 or Special Olympics Ontario/London, P.O. Box 918, Station B, London, ON N6A 4Z3. A Masonic Service under the auspices of St. Paul’s Lodge No. 107 A.F. & A. M., will be conducted at the funeral home on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. Online condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

KIDDER
Marlene C. Kidder of London in her 64th year, passed away peacefully at home with her family, on Sunday June 10, 2007. Beloved wife of John Crawford. Dear mother of Bill and Denise Wright of London and Jason Wright of Petrolia and Kim and John Kidder-Cuthbert of Stoney Creek. Loving grandmother of Jake. Sister of Norm Foster of Ancaster and Sandy Rogers of Colbourg. Sadly missed by her nieces and nephews. A Private Funeral Service will conducted in the chapel at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Wednesday June 13, 2007 at 11am. Interment in Woodland Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society 123 St. George Street, London ON N6A 3A1 or the London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Road, London N5V 3K5. Online condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

CULL:
Surrounded by his family at Victoria Hospital, London on Saturday, June 9, 2007. Leslie William Cull died leaving behind his life long partner Julie and her children Candice and Holly. Loving father of Valerie, Todd, Steve, Sheila, Jen and Pam. Brother of Dale Cull and his wife Angela. Also loved by his 13 grandchildren and 3 nephews. 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 where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Thursday, June 14th at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street North, London, ON N6B 3HB, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 617 Wellington Street, London, ON N6A 3R6 On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

CROKE:
Frederick Maurice Croke, of London, in his 70th year, passed away at Parkwood Hospital, Saturday, June 9, 2007. Fred was blessed with a family who held him in love and esteem. Fred is deeply missed by his wife, Joy (Curtis) Croke, his daughter Sara Croke and husband Robert Bell of Dundas, his daughter Jennifer Jayapalan and husband Sachin of Toronto, his son John Croke and wife Kate of Milton, and his sister, Carolyn Croke of London. Fred was the grandfather of Jack and Olwyn Bell, and Ella Croke, who will always carry with them the memory of his quiet affection and love. Fred was the beloved son of the late John Croke (1968) and Mary Moore Croke (1997). Fred’s passing is also felt by the Curtis family, who enjoyed his friendship for over 40 years. A resident of London, Fred’s work in road construction gave him a thorough knowledge of this city and the surrounding region. He is perhaps best remembered though, for his love of the cottage on Lake Huron, where he enjoyed a life-long relationship with the lake. Our family would like to thank Dr. R. Dunkerley, the CCAC, St. Elizabeth Health Care, and the staff at the palliative ward of Parkwood Hospital for the gentle attention and consideration which Fred received, as well as our friends and neighbours for their warm thoughtfulness during his illness. The family will receive friends from 2pm to 3pm on Wednesday, June 13, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the Memorial Service will be conducted in the chapel commencing at 3pm. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, Ontario N6A 9Z9 or Great Lakes United Conservation Organization, 3388 Rue Adam, Montreal, Quebec, H1W 1Y1. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca