Services & Obituaries

PROCTOR, Tim…

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tim Proctor on Monday, September 21, 2020. Tim was 55. Tim was born on March 12 1965 in London Ontario. Tim was a very loving, caring, gentle soul who loved just about everything in his life, He loved, sponge Bob, watching movies, collecting different pins, which he had on a red ribbon. Tim loved cars and loved to watch car racing. He loved trains too. Tim especially loved seeing his foster mom Judy, and her family, foster sister Natalie Eterno and her family as well as his many friends that he met and had. Tim was predeceased by his mom, dad and brother. Tim leaves behind many sisters and brothers, nieces and nephews, as well as his foster mom Judy Templeman and her family, foster sister Natalie Eterno (Joe) and family. Tim had a heart of gold and always would help anyone who needed help. Tim will be remembered by so many people that he had met throughout his life. He had so many friends and foster family that cared for him. Tim will be so greatly missed by those of us that knew him so well and loved him deeply. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 11 am, with visitation one hour prior. Please note: as per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario https://thebao.ca/registrars-directive-changes-to-funeral-and-visitation-attendance/, a limited number of people are able to attend, please call the funeral home between 9am-5pm (519-433-5184) to reserve your spot for the service.  All those attending the funeral home are required to wear masks. Donations in Tim’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Diabetes Canada. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HESSEL, Margaret Rodney (nee Dunn)…

After a full, well lived, blessed life, Margaret passed away on Monday, September 21, 2020. She will be remembered for being a vibrant, gracious lady and a faithful member of the Anglican Church. Margaret and her late husband Keith Hessel enjoyed many adventures including family camping, a love of sailing and going to the cottage on Narrows Island in Georgian Bay. Margaret’s generous spirit was evident in providing service to others during her years of work in healthcare, and then volunteer work for the V.O.N. and numerous ministries at St. James Church when she retired. She leaves loving memories to her children Dave (Nancy) Hessel, Sue (Bob) Simpson. Treasured Grandma to Nathan (Ashley) and Luke, Cara (Garth) and Emily. Great Grandma to Holden and Heath, sister to Chris Dunn (Maryl) of Hamilton. Dear companion to Wayne MacPherson. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared her love. Our heartfelt thanks to the devoted staff at Grand Wood Park. Cremation has taken place and a private family graveside is planned. Donations in Margaret’s honour may be made to St. James Westminster Church, 115 Askin Street, London, ON N6C 1E7. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

TAYLOR, Gary….

Suddenly at home, on Monday, September 21, 2020, after a beautiful day of doing something he loved, golf, Gary Taylor passed away in his 77th year. Gary was a son of the late Ronald and Edith Taylor. He was the beloved partner of Judy Hodgins. Predeceased by his wife Linda Taylor (2015). Dear brother of the late Diane Ens (1998), Peter Taylor and his wife Mary, and Susan Dyson and her husband Jim and brother-in-law of Fred Ens. Cherished stepfather of Denise and Paul Hodgins. Gary will also be missed by several nieces and nephews. Friends are welcomed for visiting on Sunday, September 27, 2020 from 2-4pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held on Monday, September 28, 2020 at 11am in the funeral home chapel. Please note: as per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario https://thebao.ca/registrars-directive-changes-to-funeral-and-visitation-attendance/, a limited number of people are able to attend, please call the funeral home between 9am-5pm (519-433-5184) to reserve your spot for the visitation or service. All those attending the funeral home are required to wear masks. Interment in St. Marys Cemetery, St. Marys. For those uncomfortable in public group settings due to COVID, a Celebration of Gary’s life will be held when things are safer.  Donations in Gary’s name may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3, Canadian Cancer Society, 201 King Street, London, ON N6A 1C9 or Richards Memorial United Church, 360 Edgeworth Avenue, London, ON N5W 5C4. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

ENGLISH, Beth…

With extreme sadness we announce the death of Beth English on Friday, September 18, 2020 at Victoria Hospital, London in her 70th year. Beloved wife of the late Sidney English (1996). Predeceased by her son Christopher English (1997). Loving mother to her son Gord English and his wife Rosie and to her daughter Danielle English. Cherished Grammie to Alyssa, Aiden, Zach and Ethan. Dear friend to John Day. Visitation will take place on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A private funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2020. Please note: as per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario https://thebao.ca/registrars-directive-changes-to-funeral-and-visitation-attendance/, a limited number of people are able to attend the visitation. Please call the funeral home (519-433-5184) to reserve your spot. All those attending the funeral home are required to wear masks. Cremation to follow. Inurnment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. Donations in Beth’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 201 King Street, London, ON N6A 1C9. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com.

BEITANS, Erika….

Peacefully at Hillside Manor Long Term Care, Stratford, Erika Beitans passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 in her 87th year. Beloved wife of Arvids Beitans. Loving mother of Dace Smits and her late husband Edgars of Latvia, Inta Kusmanis and her husband Peteris of Toronto, Jan Beitans and his wife Brandy Shaw of Lucan and Martins Beitans of Granton. Cherished grandmother of Martins and Ieva Smits of Latvia, Talis Smits and his wife Katrina Balcere-Smite, Ansitis Smits who passed away in early childhood, Anneli (Kusmanis) and her husband Eriks Lusis of Kalamazoo Michigan, and cherished great-grandmother of Lilija and Anna Lusis, also of Kalamazoo. Dear sister-in-law of Vilis Kalnins of Detroit. Predeceased by her brothers Valdis Udris and Alfs Udris and her sister Astra Kalnins. Erika is also survived by her nieces and nephews. Visitation will take place on Monday, September 21, 2020 from 1-3 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Please note: as per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario https://thebao.ca/registrars-directive-changes-to-funeral-and-visitation-attendance/, a limited number of people are able to attend. Please call the funeral home (519-433-5184) to reserve your spot. All those attending the funeral home are required to wear masks. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. Donations in Erika’s memory may be made to a charity of your choosing. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

FURTAH, Linda (nee Paul)…
April 30, 1947 – September 13, 2020

Unexpectedly at Victoria Hospital, London, Linda Furtah in her 74th year. Predeceased by her husband “Bud” Furtah (2010), brother Ross Paul and sister Joanne Congdon. Survived by her sisters Carol Cavanagh and Vicki Horley. She will sadly be missed by her partner Lloyd Kemp, and her furr babies Capone and Mittons. Linda spent many years working in the insurance industry. She loved to travel, going to craft shows, the casino and to play card games, especially Cribbage. Every Christmas Eve day, Linda had an open house for her family and extended family and friends, of which there were many. She will truly be missed by all. Cremation has taken place. A private graveside service to take place on Saturday, September 26, 2020 at Woodland Cemetery, London. Donation’s in memory of Linda may be made to the Humane Society London & Middlesex, 624 Clarke Road, London, ON N5V 3K5, or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 180-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CHATTERSON, David….

Unexpectedly, in North Bruce Peninsula, ON David Chatterson passed away in his 74th year. Loving father of Scott and his wife Sarah and Ted and his wife Betty. Cherished grandpa of Josh, Ashley, Graham and Isla. Beloved son of Constance and the late James Chatterson. A private family service has taken place. Cremation with interment in Courtland United Cemetery, Courtland to take place. Donations in memory of David may be made to 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

McCONNELL, Scotty….

Unexpectedly, Scotty McConnell passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 in his 30th year. Beloved son of Pamela McConnell. Devoted father of Madison. Cherished brother of Matthew and Justin. Adored grandson of Susan. Dear nephew of John (Sue). Loving boyfriend of Angeliea. Scott will also be missed by his niece, nephews, his father James, and his aunts. Due to current COVID restrictions, a private family funeral service will take place. Cremation to follow. Memorial donations in Scott’s memory may be made to Addiction Services of Thames Valley, 206-200 Queens Avenue, London, ON N5P 2V1. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

JACOBSEN, Carina….

With great sorrow, we wish to announce that Carina Tatjana Maria Jacobsen of London, in her 88th year, died peacefully at home with family by her side, on Friday, September 4, 2020.

Born in Tallinn, Estonia, she was the daughter of Hans-Joachim Koch and Tatiana von Poppen. She and her family fled the Soviet invasion of Estonia during WWII, residing first in Germany, and later immigrating to Canada in the 1950’s where she would meet and marry her dear Peter.

Beloved wife for over 60 years of Peter Jacobsen. Loving mother of Erik Jacobsen and his wife Birgit of London, and Anita Jacobsen of Stratford. Predeceased by her daughter Christina Mayhew (2002). Survived by her son-in-law Brent Mayhew and his wife Angela. Dear Oma of Nicolai and Tatiana Jacobsen, Ian and Paul Bennett and Peter and Robert Mayhew. Dear sister of Olaf von Ramm and his wife Barbara of North Carolina, Andreas Koch and his wife Uta of Munich, Germany.

Carina was a remarkable woman. Despite the upheaval of her early years, she and her husband Peter were able to build a happy and prosperous life. As well as raising 3 children, she completed a BA from Western University, where she would later work in the library system. In her spare time, she helped establish and support the family business, Parkway Gardens.

She loved languages and literature, theatre and music, family pets and wild creatures, swimming and travelling, dear friends and good food, but above all she loved her family, and cared selflessly for them. We will miss her always.

The family would like to thank Dr. Catherine Walsh, and Mary Wellman, Teri, Janfer, Janet, Yvette, and all the dedicated and caring staff at Medical Priorities who made it possible for Carina to be at home with her beloved Peter for these last difficult months of her life.

Cremation has taken place. Due to current COVID restrictions, a Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London.

As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 1 Frank Place, London, ON N6C 1W1, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 110-1525 Carling Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1Z 8R9 or to the Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada, #203-205 Horton Street East, London, ON N6B 1K7.  

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

MORTON, John…

Peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, September 4, 2020 at St. Joseph Hospice, London, John Morton passed away in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of Evelina M. (Oropilla) Morton and the late Grace Morton. Loving father of Janis Morton and her husband Jim Mitchell of St. Thomas, the late David Morton (1996), Astriel Oropilla-Morton and Martin Oropilla Ibana-Morton both of London. Dear grandfather of Jason Stevenson of London. Special friend of Arnold Sandoval Ilustre of Spain. Predeceased by his parents Mungo and Grace Morton. John served in the Military from 1941-1946 Navy League Cadet, 1951-1953 RAF (Bomber Command), he was formerly a Millwright, Mechanical Engineer and Draftsman at Unifin and Kellogg’s. He was also a Workmaster Mason at Masonic Lodge # 22 St. John  Kilmaranock (Scotland). He had a passion for his work as a Minister of Health and Long Term Care – Family Council Facilitator (LHIN 2). The family wishes to thank the staff at the Palliative Care Unit at Parkwood Hospital, the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospice and the London Regional Cancer Program for all their care and compassion. A funeral service will take place on Friday, September 11, 2020 at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, with visitation one hour prior. Interment to follow at Woodland Cemetery, London. Due to current restrictions the service will be by invitation only. All those attending the funeral home are required to wear a face mask. In lieu of flowers, donations in John’s memory can be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com