Services & Obituaries

HARRIS, Reginald “Reg”……..

Passed away peacefully on Friday, August 20, 2021 in his 93rd  year at Country Terrance, Komoka. Beloved husband of Margaret (nee Mitchell) Harris. Cherished father of Marie (Ted) Warren and Pam Brighton. Loving grandpa of Tammy (Dennis) McCord, Tracey (Bob) Millard, Aaron (Yi) Brighton and Jodi Brighton.  Reg had 5 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild on the way. He will be missed by many nieces and nephews. 

Reg had a passion for music and animals, often having many pets. He enjoyed fishing and taught Margaret.

Family and friends are welcomed for visiting on Friday, August 27, 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. 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 Private funeral service will be held on Saturday August 28, 2021 at 10:30 am. Family and friends are invited to watch the funeral service live from the comfort of their homes, by visiting the AMG Funeral HomeYoutube channel or our website and clicking on the YouTube logo. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London.

In memory of Reg donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society London & Middlesex, 435 Windemere Road, London ON, N5X 2T1 or Diabetes Canada, 1300-522 University Avenue, Toronto ON, M5G 2R5. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HORNICK, Christina…

Peacefully at Marian Villa, London, on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, Christina (nee Veitch) Hornick passed away in her 100th year. Beloved wife of the late Wilfrid William Hornick (2009). Cherished mother of Patricia Grundy (the late Ken) and Barbara Hornick, both of London. Also loved by her grandchildren Paul Grundy (Corienne) of Strathroy and Michael and Shayne Grundy of London. Predeceased by her brothers Neil and Robert Veitch. Also missed by her nieces Susan Jones, Sandra Veitch and Cathy Henson and her husband Brian.

Born and raised in London, Christina had a sweet place in her heart for Old South. She was a long-time member of Wesley-Knox United Church and was part of the UCW for a number of years. She absolutely loved baking, whether it was cookies, tarts or brownies, she would always make sure there was an abundance of sweets. She also really enjoyed bowling, even making sure to get 6 or 7 strikes a game, well into her 90’s. At 94, Christina finally went into long term care, but still enjoyed her time at Marian Villa, playing Bocce Ball, Bingo and going for “bike rides” with the nursing home staff. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Marian Villa 1 Nurses and PSWs, but especially Nurses Nicole, Debra, Kathryn and Kevin, and PSWs Lori, Brittany and Sri for their outstanding care and compassion during mom’s 5-year stay. Two extra special thank yous to PSW Krista and also Aileen in Therapeutic Recreation.

Cremation has taken place. Family and friends are welcomed for visiting on Thursday, August 26, 2021 from 2-4 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. 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. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. Sympathy donations in Christina’s memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 1200-2300 Yonge Street, Box 2414, Toronto, ON M4P 1E4, Diabetes Canada, 1300-522 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5G 2R5 or Mission Services of London, 4-797 York Street, London, ON N5W 6A8. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MAYER, Randall…

Unexpectedly at her residence, on Wednesday, August 11, 2021, Randall Mayer, of London, in her 36th year. Cherished mother of Clara and Kimberley. Loving daughter of Laine Mayer and David Malek. Dear sister of Merissa. Randall is remembered for being a social butterfly – she never met a stranger. She loved makeup, fashion and never left the house without looking her best. We remember her bright and beautiful smile, her interest in art and paintings the work of Salvador Dali a favorite. She also loved reading books and poetry; Lewis Carroll and Shel Silverstein for examples. Her spirit and memory lives on with her two daughters. We hope she is resting and at peace, waiting for us to meet again. “In the garden of memory, in the palace of dreams… that is where you and I shall meet.” – The Mad Hatter, “Alice Through the Looking Glass” by Lewis Carroll. Donations in memory of Randall may be made to London InterCommunity Health Centre, 659 Dundas Street, London, ON N5W 2Z1. Those looking to make a contribution to the family are asked to consider their Go Fund Me, https://gofund.me/807168ca. Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

OLSON, Karen Marie…..

Our beautiful Karen died on Saturday, August 7th, 2021, during her Excellent Adventure, doing what she loved, hiking in God’s country – Algonquin Park.

Karen was the proud and fierce mother of Emily and Ryan Garner; the loving partner of Peter Suffoletta; the beloved daughter “Rennie” of Ronald and Linda Olson; and the unconditionally loyal sister of Julia Olson Davids (Martin) and Dan Olson (Malinda Braam).

Karen was the fun and generous aunt of Aiden and Ava Olson and Jerry and Solomon Davids; a loving supporter of Pete’s children, Ashley and Elizabeth; a beloved niece and cousin; and a special friend and colleague to many. She was cradled in her last moments by two dear friends, Stacie Baillie and Lisa Kostecki.

Karen was a beautiful, spirited woman. She was passionate about spending quality time with friends and her family. Her children and Pete were the center of her life and spending time with them, ideally in nature, was a perfect day. Karen was a talented dancer, moving from ballet to salsa through the years. She was crazy about miniature anything! A true artist, she created beautiful miniature pottery and shared custom-designed stone pictures with many. Karen loved the family cottage, nature, plants, and animals. She had an angelic voice and loved to sing, notably with the Amabile Youth Singers and later the Wesley Knox Church
Choir. Karen was a dedicated third generation nurse, showing empathy and compassion for her patients. While we will miss Karen’s strong voice in all of our lives, the music in heaven just received a significant upgrade.

Donations in memory of Karen to Amabile Youth Singers (https://www.amabile.ca/donate/ ) or Wesley Knox Church (https://wesleyknox.com/givings/ ) or any other cause you’re passionate about, would be greatly appreciated.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held on August 30th, 2pm, at Wesley Knox United Church (limited attendance, please pre-register) and a live-streaming option can be found here: https://www.eyepoweredmedia.com/karenolson-celebrationoflife

Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WALCH, Florence “Gramma Jean”…..

Passed away peacefully on Friday, August 6th, 2021, at Parkwood Hospital, London, days shy of her 94th birthday. Beloved wife of the late Bob Walch. Dear mother of Dennis (Connie) Dawe , Douglas (Esther) Dawe , Norman Dawe , James (Lynn) Dawe , Sharon (Hanzel) McEvoy , Barbara Wayner, and Shirley (Chuck) Warren. Survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.   Predeceased by her siblings and grandson Michael.  Jean will be remembered as a kind, gracious volunteer for many organizations in London. Family and friends are welcomed for visiting on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 from 2-4 &6-8 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A private family funeral service will be held. Please call the funeral home between 9am-5pm (519-433-5184) to reserve your spot for the visitation. 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. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. In memory of Jean donations may be made to the Boys and Girls Club of London, 184 Horton Street East, London ON, N6B 1K8. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

FORGAN, David…

Peacefully surrounded by love at his residence on Thursday, August 5, 2021, David Forgan in his 71^st year. Loving husband of Shirley (Langille) Forgan for 30 years. Proud step-father of Jason Griffin (Grace), Jarrod Griffin and Samantha Griffin (Paul). Cherished Papa of seven grandchildren. Dear brother of Irene Tansey (Douglas), Gillian Scott (Kenny) and brother-in-law of Kay Sommerville (Jimmy). Predeceased by Sylvia Gannon. David will be missed by his Yellow Lab Charlie. Thank you for all the support from family, friends, and caregivers. Cremation has taken place. A private memorial service will be held at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Friday, August 13, 2021 at 2pm. All those attending the funeral home are required to wear masks and follow COVID-19 protocols. 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. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario, 741 Base Line Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MIDDLEMISS, Bill…

Peacefully at University Hospital, London on Thursday, August 5, 2021, William “Bill” Middlemiss passed away in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of the late Sonia M. (nee Hanni) Middlemiss (1999). Loving father of Diane Middlemiss-Cady (Dan) and Stephen Middlemiss (Erika). Cherished Papa of Matthew and Stephanie Middlemiss. Predeceased by his sister Janet Pollock (2020). Remembered by his long-time friend Fidell. Bill was a dedicated Mason under King Solomon’s Lodge No. 378 A.F. & A.M. and was also a member of St. John’s Chapter No. 3, Preceptory No. 4, Knight’s Templar Oriental Band, Royal Scots Pipe & Drums and the Mocha Shriners.

Family and friends are welcomed for visiting on Monday, August 9, 2021 from 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A private family funeral service will be held. Please call the funeral home between 9am-5pm (519-433-5184) to reserve your spot for the visitation. 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. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. In memory of Bill, donations may be made to the Shriners’ Hospitals for Children-Canada, Donor Development, 1003 Decarie Boulevard, Montreal QC H4A 0A9, the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 1200-2300 Yonge Street, Box 2414, Toronto, ON M4P 1E4 or the London Regional Cancer Program, c/o London Health Sciences Foundation, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MOLL, Harriett…

Harriet Jane Moll (nee Lee), in her 101st year. Daughter of the late William Garnet Lee and the late Emma Edith (nee Cunningham), predeceased by her brother, Maj (Ret’d) William Ervin Lee, CD. Beloved and proud mother of the late Gilbert Bertram Moll (Maureen), survived by daughter Mary Jane MacKenzie (Jon), and son Capt Richard Lee Moll (Evelyn). Loving grandmother of Amanda-Jane, Odessa, Kathleen, Alexis, Drew, Kaitey, and Capt Richard Eoghan Moll. Beloved great-grandmother of Lena, Makenna, Kieran, Jon Oliver, Myles, Hannah, Lochlan, Larkin, Chancellor, Wesley and Crawford. Much loved “Auntie Harriett” to Gregor, Robert, the late Ina (2005), Mary, David and Barb Lee. Born in London in April of 1921, raised in Thorndale of proud Irish pioneering families who helped found West Nissouri Township, educated at Thorndale Continuation School and graduated Alma College (1940). After nursing her mother until August 1942, Harriett worked at Central Aircraft, entered Victoria Hospital School of Nursing in 1943 and was elected class president in her graduation year, 1945/46. Harriett worked as a “Special (private) Nurse” until marrying F/L George E. Moll, RCAF, 11 Oct 1947, accompanying her husband in postings over 12 years to Man., Alta., B.C., and Ont., during which she had her children. She resumed nursing in 1960 after relocating to Thorndale, then to Kipps Lane, London, in 1963. She worked at Victoria Hospital’s Out-Patients’ Clinic, Maternity & Obstetrics, and finished her career as one of London’s first Family Practice Nurses, working 17 years with the late Dr. Glen Pratt, MD, FRCP, at Victoria Family Medical Centre, until retiring in 1988. Harriett was strengthened by and passed onto her children her unshakable faith, nurtured by life-long devout yet quiet attendance and support of the Anglican Church of Canada. She was a parishioner of St. George’s-on-the-Wye Anglican Church, Thorndale and St. Jude’s Anglican Church, London. Harriett was a keen follower of politics, a steadfast Conservative and loyal Monarchist. Always passionate about history, especially family genealogy, she became an active member of The West Nissouri Historical Society. Harriett was The revered matriarch and nurturer of her entire family, preserving and celebrating its history. Always strong and loving, she quietly passed on to her children and extended family her deep faith, belief in the power of prayer, compassion for others, the importance of honesty and integrity, and a love of Canada and its rich heritage. Having lived longer than any other known descendent of Richard & Rebecca Lee, Harriett has now reunited with her departed family, but those who remain will always be most grateful to have had her in our lives for as long as we have.

The family wishes to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the staff at Queen’s Village, and thank those on “Memory Lane” for all their loving care of and compassion for our mother during her final years. Family and friends are welcomed for visiting on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A private family funeral service will take place at St. George’s Anglican Church, Thorndale. Please call the funeral home between 9am-5pm (519-433-5184) to reserve your spot for the visitation. 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. Interment in Robin’s Hill Cemetery, Thorndale. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. George’s Anglican Church, 172 King Street, Thorndale, ON M4Y 3G2. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HUNTER, Ethel…

At Meadow Park Long Term Care, London on Monday, August 2, 2021, Ethel (Wyatt) Hunter in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Stan Hunter (2003). Loving mother of Bob Hunter (Marion) and Helen Lorette (late Clarence). Predeceased by son Bill Hunter (2011). Cherished Grandma of Richard (Gina), Rob (Lisa), Mike, Chris (Tina) and Great-Grandma of six. Dear sister of Jack Wyatt (Mary Jo). Predeceased by her sister Ruth and Alvin Kennedy. Cremation has taken place. A private service will be held at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. All those attending the funeral home are required to wear masks and follow COVID-19 protocols. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke, 1200-2300 Yonge Street, Box 2414, Toronto, ON M4P 1E4. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MACDONALD, Jane-Marie….

At home on Monday, August 2, 2021, Jane-Marie (Jackson) MacDonald passed away peacefully. Beloved wife of Sandy MacDonald. Loving companion of Gary LaVoie. Proud mother of Sam MacDonald, Andrew MacDonald (Cheyenna) and Joe LaVoie. Predeceased by her daughter Kaylei MacDonald (2019). Cherished Nana of Christopher, Landon, Oakley and Sawyer. Dear sister of Victoria Massey (Del) and Lorraine Busbridge (Randy). Missed dearly by her niece Katrina and her nephew Alex. The family would like to thank the Doctors, Nurses and support staff for the care and compassion provided over the many years. A Private Service will be held at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. All those attending the funeral home are required to wear masks and follow COVID-19 protocols. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to ALS Canada, 1701-393 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5G 1E6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com