Services & Obituaries

PATON — Joyce Adelaide Paton. On April 2, 2006 at the McCormick Home, Joyce Paton, age 84 years, widow of the late Robert James (Bob) Paton, passed away peacefully in her sleep. Also predeceased by her brother Sandy and sister-in-law Marion, sister Jean and brother-in-law Peter Rogers, son-in-law Greg Whitfield, nephews Jim Matheson and Peter Rogers, niece Susan MacIntosh and brothers and sisters-in-law Bill and Pearl Paton, Frank and Lorna Paton, Mildred and Bert Crappere and Marg and Gord Carson. Joyce, oldest daughter of Harry and Lila (Cream) MacIntosh, was born October 16, 1921 in Halifax where she met her future husband Bob at a war-time dance. They eventually settled in London and started a successful plumbing business. Joyce also kept busy raising five children, gardening and doing volunteer work. She was a Girl Guide leader in Hyde Park, member of the Women’s Institute in Thorndale and a dedicated 10 year LHSC gift shop volunteer. Joyce was keenly interested in politics and ran for alderman in London with her nephew Jim Matheson as her campaign manager. She had a great appreciation for music and could be moved to tears by Tchaikovsky’s Pathetique. Joyce took pride in her ability to recite the poetry of her youth and was particularly fond of the verse of Robert Service. She liked to start her day with the crossword puzzle, and frequently challenged her grandchildren to a game of cribbage, scrabble or cards around the kitchen table. Joyce had a special place in her heart for each of her grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time with her sister Joan and on a hot summer day, loved to stop by for a swim in Joan and Hal’s pool. Joyce derived great pleasure from having all her family together and these gatherings of the clan” she initiated will be greatly missed.”

BRACCI……..
Peacefully with courage, Sylvia Bracci (Ghetti) of London in her 82nd year passed away on Saturday April 1, 2006 with her daughters by her side at Parkwood Hospital, Palliative Care, London ,Ontario. Beloved wife and soulmate of Naldo Bracci for 58 years. Devoted and cherished mother of Cheryl Kane (late Drew) of London, Paula Lamothe (Ronald) of Ottawa and Patti Livingstone of London. Treasured and loving grandmother of Karla, Kyle, Renee, Robert, Paul, Kelly and Curtis. Survived by her sister Delma Bettio (Sam) of Sudbury and several nieces and nephews. Her immeasurable strength and determination was an inspiration to all who knew her. She will be forever remembered for her gentle and caring nature. Friends will be received by the family at the A. Millard George Funeral Home 60 Ridout Street South , London on Tuesday April 4th from 2 to 4pm and 7 to 9pm. (Prayers will be held at 3:30 pm.) The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. George’s Roman Catholic Church 1164 Commissioners Road West, London on Wednesday April 5th at 11am. Memorial Mass and interment will be held at St. Basil’s Church and Cemetery, White River, Ontario at a later date. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society 123 St. George Street, London (N6A 3A1). On Line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

REID — At London Health Sciences Centre, University Hospital, on Thursday March 30th 2006, Rose E. (Linthwaite) Reid of London in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Ervin James Reid (1997). Dear mother of Linda Omand of Windsor and Pat McMurchy and her husband John of Oakville. Also loved by her grandchildren Janet Hurlimann and husband Patrick and their children Briar, Corrie and Dean all of Switzerland, and Karen Sheldon and husband John and their children Taylor and Jacee all of Windsor. A private graveside service to be held at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations would be appreciated to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London N6A 3A1. A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, in care of arrangements. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

A teller of tales . . . a dreamer of dreams.
A fountain of fashion . . . a planner of schemes.
Could this be one person? You think it untrue?
Just look again dear . . . for that person was you!
Look back on your life — take stock of the years,
And all you accomplished through laughter & tears.

Remember the children, how they took your hand?
Remember the stories — adventures you planned?
How you nursed us in sickness and shared in our pain,
No thought of reward — no question of gain.

You were a lady of grace, you stood out in a crowd,
Just count your achievements — be thankful & proud!
You always looked to the future — so much to be done,
The joys to be conquered — love to be won!
Kept building your bridges — planning those schemes,
Remember that you were our weaver of dreams.

POWELL: Peacefully and surrounded by her loving family at London Health Sciences Centre, University Hospital, on Thursday, March 30th, 2006 Margaret Pearl (Babcock) Powell of London in her 81st year. Loving supportive wife of 62 years to T. Ray Powell. Nurturing mother of Tom (Angie), Chris (Kathy), Lynne (Rick Smith), Lisa and Lianne. Predeceased by her much loved daughter-in-law Joanne (1998). The friendship she shared will be missed by her grandchildren Cheryll, Amanda, Daryll (Lindsay), Karrie, Kim (Kent Smith), Laura, Madison and Mason. And extremely fond friend of granddogs Pearl and Annie. Great grandma to Hanna, Marissa, Tyler and Abby. Cremation has taken place. A service to celebrate Pearl’s life will be held in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday, April 03, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. 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

SAUNDERS:
At his residence on Thursday, March 30, 2006. Edgar H. Saunders of London in his 89th year. Predeceased by his first wife Vera M. (Smith) in March 1960 and by his second wife Jessie (Degraw Squire) in April 2001. Loved father of Edward Ted” Saunders and Joseph Saunders and his wife Diana all of London. Step-father of Leonard Degraw and his wife Sharon of R. R. #1 St. Thomas and Frank Degraw of London. Loved grandfather of David”

SOILLEUX: At Kensington Village Nursing Home, London on Wednesday, March 29th, 2006 William R. Bill” Soilleux of London in his 97th year. Beloved husband of the late Frances “”Fran”” (Henderson) Soilleux. Dear father of William R. “”Bill”” Henderson and his wife Margaret of London. Dear brother-in-law of Marion Soilleux of London. Also loved by his 3 grand-daughters Melanie McKellar and her husband Scott of Kitchener”

ANDERSON — Suddenly at her residence in London on Tuesday March 28th 2006, Marguerite Mae (Rolfe) Anderson in her 78th year. Long time friend and companion of Don Hamlin of London. Dear mother of Gary Fraser of Edmonton, Wayne Anderson of Sarnia, Linda Wright (Brian) of St. Thomas and Kevin Anderson (Debby) of London. Also loved by her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received 1 hour prior to the funeral service being held in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Saturday April 1st at 1 P.M. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations would be appreciated to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 617 Wellington Street, London N6A 3R6, or the Alzheimer Society , 555 Southdale Road East, Suite 100, London N6E 1A2. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

MORRISON — Peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, London, on Tuesday March 28th 2006, with the 5 B’s at her side, Sally L. (Fancy) Morrison of London in her 77th year. Much loved mother of Brenda Patrick and her husband William, Bonnie Morrison, Brian Morrison and his wife Louise, Bradley Morrison and his wife Kathleen, and Barry Morrison and his wife Janine all of London. Dear sister of Lee Blank and his wife Judy of St. Catharines and Tommy Fancy and his wife Joan of Jordan Station. Also greatly loved by her 9 grandchildren Sean, Elizabeth, Gillian, Danny, Cory, Cassandra, Greg, Jordan and Danielle. Sally was an active member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority for over 55 years. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 P.M. Thursday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday March 31st at 1 P.M. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations would be appreciated to St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation (for Parkwood Hospital Palliative Care) c/o 268 Grosvenor Street, London N6A 4V2. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

BURNS:
With courage, with spirit, and with peace. At Parkwood Hospital, London on Monday, March27th 2006, Muriel Louise Burns, age 79 years, joined her beloved husband Douglas (November 2, 1985). Cherished and devoted mother to Shawna Molinaro and her husband Joe. Treasured Nana to grandchildren Aubree and Taylor Molinaro, who will deeply miss Nana’s special treats, silly songs and antics. Muriel was predeceased by her parents Minnie (January 1991) and William Fulfit (August 1987), her brother William Fulfit and sister Shirley Cane (July 2000). Also missing Muriel is her longtime, faithful friend Lois Stenabaugh. Known as Aunt Mu””,0
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BEARD:
At Parkwood Hospital London on Monday, March 20, 2006. Edward C. Eddie” Beard of London in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of Doris (Fraser) Beard. Dear father of Ted Beard and his wife Jane of Montreal”