Services & Obituaries

IRWIN, Ann Elizabeth…

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at Parkwood Institute, London at the age of 78. Loving mother to John of Winnipeg, Jim (Mary) of London, and Jeff (Melissa) of London. Cherished grandmother of Logan, Cole, and Kate. Dear sister to Stuart (Marnie) of Grand Bend. Also loved by her nephews Ryan and Andrew. Predeceased by her brother Robert. Ann will be lovingly remembered by many extended family members and friends.

Ann was born in Weston, Ontario on December 7, 1942, to Lyman and Marjorie Irwin. She was an elementary school teacher for several years before working at TD Canada Trust as a technical writer and trainer for 27 years.

Ann was a devoted mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with family celebrating birthdays and holidays. Ann also enjoyed spending time with a close group of friends, often at the pub watching football (soccer) and cheering for her favorite team, Liverpool.  Family and friends are welcomed for visiting on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 from 11am until 12pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A funeral service will follow in the funeral home chapel at 12:30pm. Please call the funeral home between 9am-5pm (519-433-5184) to reserve your spot for the visitation and service. As per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, a limited number of people can attend. All those attending are required to wear masks and follow COVID-19 protocols. At the families request those who are attending the visitation and service are required to be double vaccinated. Proof of vaccination and photo identification will be required. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made Heart and Stroke Foundation, 2300 Yonge Street Suite 1200 Box 2414, Toronto Ontario M4P 1E4. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

LAIDLAW; PATRICIA EDITH (Nee Brown)

Sith do d’anam

What A Great Life!
1947 — 2021

Life never disappears for death is a non-event
I have merely retired to the room next door
You and I are the same; what we were for each other we still are,
Speak to me as you always have,
do not use a different tone, do not be sad.
Continue to laugh at what made us laugh,
smile and think of me.
Life means what it has always meant.
The link is not severed.
Why should I be out of your soul if I am out of your sight?
I will wait for you; I am not here
but just on the other side of this path.
You see, all is well

On Tuesday, November 2, 2021 after a full life filled with many blessings Patricia Edith Laidlaw finished her 72  year journey here on earth. As she begins her next adventure she will be missed by those who loved her as she loved and cherished them, her beloved and treasured family, husband Richard, son Michael, his wife Melanie and grandson Jeffrey. A family she loved “to the moon and back”.

Patricia was born in Stellarton, Nova Scotia on May 15, 1949. Her dear and loving parents were the late Fredrick Carl and Edith Kezia Brown. Patricia’s family and close friends surrounded her throughout the years with much love and support; life long relationships which brought her much joy.

She is predeceased in death by her father-in-law Wallace Laidlaw, mother-in-law Mary Laidlaw, and her brother-in-law George (Alma) Laidlaw.  She is survived also by her sister-in-law Rosemary (Don) McCallen and several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by several cousins in Nova Scotia whom she loved like brothers and sisters.

Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 6-8 pm on Friday, November 26, 2021 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at 10 am. At the family’s request, those attending both the visitation and the funeral service are required to be double vaccinated. Proof of vaccination and photo identification will be required. Family and friends are invited to watch the service live from the comfort of their homes, by visiting he AMG Funeral Home YouTube channel or our website and clicking the YouTube logo. Private interment at Pond Mills Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1 or My Sisters Place, 566 Dundas Street, London, ON N6B 1W8. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

O’NEIL, Dr. Terrance “Terry” John….

Passed away peacefully at University Hospital, London on Monday, November 1, 2021 in his 79th year.

Loving husband of the late Susan O’Neil (1996). Cherished father to Jeremy (Brandy), Alexander Jordan, Terrance Connor and Shannon Morse-Gaudatte. Dear grandfather to Christopher Michael Henry and London Morse Just. Terry will be lovingly remembered by many extended family members and friends. Terry was adopted into the loving household of the late Alexander Henry O’Neil and Marguerite Isabelle O’Neil. He was raised in the Anglican church where his father would eventually become an archbishop.  Terry served for the Canadian Armed Forces in the Black Watch regiment. He then went on to be the London Building Trades Business Manager. Terry had a PhD in linguistics and was incredibly well read and knowledgeable on a wide variety of subjects. He loved fishing with his family and friends, he was a kind and loving man who thought of the world of his children and was always there if anyone needed help or advice. Cremation arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London (519-433-5184). As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Susan J. O’Neil Memorial Scholarship, 226 Epworth Avenue, London ON, N6A 2M3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

DRYBURGH, Gord…

Peacefully, on Saturday, October 30, 2021, Gordon Dryburgh in his 71st year. Beloved husband of the late Margaret (Brown) Dryburgh for 44 years. Loving father of Patrick, Robert (Holli-Ann), Nicole (Steve), and the late Timothy. Cherished grandpa of Gwendolyn. Dear brother of Bob, Al, Bill, and Ian. Also missed by his nieces, nephews, and friends. A special thank you to Trevor, Camelle, Sheena, and Dr. Parent for their compassionate care. Friends will be received by the family from 4-7pm on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 2pm. At the family’s request, those attending the funeral service are required to be double vaccinated. Proof of vaccination and photo identification will be required. Please call the funeral home between 9am-5pm (519-433-5184) to reserve your spot for the visitation and or the funeral service. Per the directive of the BAO, a limited number of people can attend. All those attending are required to wear masks and follow COVID-19 protocols. Family and friends are invited to watch the service live from the comfort of their homes, by visiting the AMG Funeral Home YouTube channel or our website and clicking the YouTube logo. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Bereaved Families of Ontario – Southwest Region, PO Box 22067, London, ON  N6A 6H8. Online condolences, memories, and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

BREAULT, Rosemary ……

Passed away peacefully at Dearness Home, London on Saturday, October 30, 2021 in her 96^th year. Beloved wife of the late Oscar Breault. Predeceased by her children Doug (Leonora) and Suzanne (Mike Korcok). Loving mother of Mary Jane, Frank (Ilene), Tim (Brenda), Beth (John Scott), Bill (Robin), Mike (Benita) and Patrick (Ann). Dear grandmother of 22. Great grandmother of 24 and great great grandmother of 6.  Rosemary was predeceased by her siblings Alberta, Betty, William, and Susan.  She will be lovingly remembered by many extended family members and friends. Rosemary cherished her family and enjoyed spending time all together. She enjoyed playing bingo and reading books. Rosemary adored animals, cats specifically. Family and friends are welcomed for visiting on Friday, November 5, 2021 from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Please call the funeral home between 9am-5pm (519-433-5184) to reserve your spot for the visitation and service. As per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, a limited number of people can attend. All those attending are required to wear masks and follow COVID-19 protocols. A funeral service will be held on Saturday November 6, 2021 at 2:00pm. At the families request those who are attending the service are required to be double vaccinated. Proof of vaccination and photo identification will be required. Family and friends are invited to watch the funeral service live from the comfort of their homes, by visiting the AMG Funeral Home Youtube channel or our website and clicking on the YouTube logo. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Humane Society London & Middlesex, 624 Clarke Road,  London ON N5V 3K5 or the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 2300 Yonge Street Suite 1200 Box 2414, Toronto Ontario M4P 1E4. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

ROLLINS, Joanne…

Peacefully at home with her daughter and grandson by her side, on Friday, October 29, 2021, Joanne Rollins in her 82nd year. Loving mom of Lori Rollins and Marty Rollins. Cherished grandmother of Nicholas Ridley. Will also be missed by Nicholas’ father James Ridley. Predeceased by her father Harold James Hayes, her mother Mildred Elizabeth Abram, and her step-father James Abram. Friends are welcomed for visiting on Thursday, November 4, 2021 from 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Please call the funeral home between 9am-5pm (519-433-5184) to reserve your spot for the visitation. Per the directive of the BAO, a limited number of people can attend. All those attending are required to wear masks and follow COVID-19 protocols. Cremation to follow. Private interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. Donations in memory of Joanne may be made to Pets/Friends for Life, 14 St. Catharine Street, St. Thomas, ON N5P 2V6 or Animal Aide St. Thomas Elgin, 333 Talbot Street, St. Thomas, ON N5P 1B5. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

ZAYDIK, Ruth…..

Ruth passed away on Thursday, October 28^th, 2021 at Trillium Mississauga Hospital with her family by her side.  Predeceased by her husband, Faruk (September 22^nd, 2021).

Beloved Mother of Tarik (Kim), Erol, Ali (Anna) and Nuri.  Cherished grandmother of Erin, Erol, Ayla, Leyla and Isaiah.

Ruth is also survived by her sister-in-law, Irene Corbin and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Ruth was born in London, Ontario on July 20, 1937 to Annie and Lester Corbin.  She met her husband of 64 years, Faruk Zaydik, in London.  They were married on September 14, 1957 in Turkey.

They returned to London, Ontario in 1958 where their first son, Tarik, was born.  Ruth and Faruk then moved to Toronto where they had three more sons, Erol, Ali and Nuri.

Ruth worked at Sick Kids Hospital for several years while raising her family. She loved to collect cookbooks and her favorite hobbies were crocheting and going to garage sales and antique markets.

We wish to thank Dr. Hung and the nurses at Trillium Mississauga Hospital Oncology 6J for their excellent care and compassion for Ruth.

A visitation will be held at  A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday, November 1, 2021 from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm. As per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, a limited number of people can attend. All those attending are required to wear masks and follow COVID-19 protocols.

Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MARSHALL, Ken…

Peacefully with his family by his side at University Hospital, London, Kenneth “Ken” Marshall passed away on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 in his 96th year. Beloved husband of the late Ivy Agnes (nee Brinkley) Marshall (2008). Loving father of Lynda Myatt, Wendy Hinton and her husband Ken and Debbie Wentzell and her husband Doug. Cherished Poppa of Tom Duncan and his wife Lorna, Colleen Thompson-Rogers and her husband Cliff, Jennifer Broczkowski and her husband Arthur, Sarah Hinton Fryer and her husband Jamie, Susan Ruypers and her husband Paul, Katie Campbell and Allison Pirani  and her husband Alex, and great-grandfather of 10. Predeceased by his siblings Harold Marshall, Gordon Marshall, Minnie Kirkness, Marion Burt and Ethel Lackie. Also missed by several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and at Ken’s wishes, no service will be held. In Ken’s memory, donations may be made to the Canadian Feed The Children, 901-2 Lansing Square, North York, ON M2J 4P8. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

ORAM, Margaret….

Margaret Oram (nee Patterson) passed away peacefully in her 100^th year on October 27, 2021, in Grand Bend. Predeceased by her husband, John (Jack) and sister, Doris. Dear sister of Donald Patterson (Denny). Beloved mother of Robert (Karen), Barbara (Robert), and Duncan (Kathy). Much-loved Nana to eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, and a very special Aunt Marg to a wonderful collection of nieces and nephews. Margaret was a life-long resident of south London. She and Jack raised their family four blocks from her childhood home. She continued to live in the house that “Jack built” well into her 90s. She was a passionate teacher and touched the lives of many. Margaret was a faithful member of Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church all her life where she was a dedicated Sunday School teacher for many decades. Tennis was her favourite sport and when she had to stop playing, enjoyed watching tournaments on TV. Tuning into Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, and the Weather Network was part of her daily routine. The London Free Press was a daily read with the sports section being most important. She was a loyal fan of the Western Mustang football team and the London Knights. Most of all, Margaret cherished time with her family and friends. As age caught up, Margaret eventually went to live with her daughter and family, first in Oshawa and then in Grand Bend until her passing. A private funeral in celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, November 4, 2021 at Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, 111 Elmwood Avenue East, London, ON N6C 1J4. At the families request those who are attending are required to be double vaccinated. As per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, a limited number of people can attend. All those attending are required to wear masks and follow COVID-19 protocols. Special thanks to the members of the Lambton palliative care team who provided excellent, supportive care to Margaret and her family. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of London and Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON, N5X 2T1 or Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com 

COPLEY, George Edward…
(1924-2021)

Passed away peacefully at Kensington Village, London on October 26 in his 97th year. Predeceased by his wife Marion (2006) and by his brother Bill and sister-in-law Marion. Survived by his loving partner Janet Hines and her family. Cherished father to Anne (Ian), Donald and Brent (Mary). Dear grandfather to Stewart (Hannah), Meghann (James), Sarah, Allison (Ajay), Drew (Shannon) and Taylor (Rachel) and great-grandfather to Elizabeth, Archie, Thomas and Maisie.

George lived an active life, enjoying gardening, camping, cross-country skiing, canoeing and dancing. He took up running after his retirement, and for many years was an active participant in the Retirement Research Association (RRA) fitness program at Western University.

The railway was a constant presence in George’s life, from his childhood in St. Thomas, to his long career with the CN, to his volunteer service at the Elgin County Railway Museum. George will be lovingly remembered by many extended family members and friends – all of whom have heard at least one of his stories of the steam days!

A private service will be held at Woodland Cemetery, London.

As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Elgin County Railway Museum, 225 Wellington Street, St. Thomas, ON N5R 2S6, Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, 111 Elmwood Avenue, London, ON N6C 1J4, The Friends of Pinery Park, P.O. Box 40, R.R. 2, Grand Bend, ON N0M 1T0 or a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com