Services & Obituaries

BROOKS, Robert “Norm”

After a short unexpected illness, Norm Brooks passed away at University Hospital, London on September 1, 2020 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Anne for 51 years. Dear father of David (Nancy) Brooks and Sarah Brooks. Fondly remembered by his brother Edward (Rose) Brooks and predeceased by his sister Shirley Thomas. Norm will be deeply missed by his four-legged companion Ricky.  Norm was a devoted member of the Riverside United Church choir where he enjoyed making a joyful noise as he called it. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date.  Donation’s in Norm’s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3, would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com  

RUMBALL, Nicholas “Nick” Todd …
 
Peacefully passed away at Victoria Hospital, London on Monday, August 31, 2020, in his 29th year. Beloved partner of Margaret Mary Tessier. Loving father of Ivory. Survived by his parents, Todd and Joanne Rumball, and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents, and friends who counted him a brother.  Nick was loved by all who knew him and will be desperately missed by his family and friends.  He will also be missed by Socks.  His family wishes to give their heartfelt thanks to all the staff at Victoria Hospital’s Critical Care Trauma Centre who treated him and his family with care and compassion.
 
Private services and cremation with internment to follow. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.  For those who wish, memorial donations to the Trillium Gift of Life Network, 4-483 Bay Street, Toronto, ON M5G 2C9 or The Heart and Stroke Foundation 180-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3 would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MOORE, Lucinda Ann….

Dec. 6, 1947 – Aug. 27, 2020

Cindy passed peacefully in the Complex Care/Palliative Care unit at Parkwood Institute on Thursday, August 27, 2020. She is survived by her sister, Dr. Jennifer Moore of Burnaby, British Columbia, and her brother Grand Moore of Mississauga, Ontario.

Cindy was born in Dauphin Manitoba but grew up mostly in Ontario. She lived in London since 1962 and was a graduate of London South Secondary School. She was a proud and devoted member of St. Andrew Memorial Anglican Church.

Cindy was a kind and gentle soul who will be missed by her family and friends. Her siblings extend much love and gratitude to the staff at Parkwood and to the many friends and neighbours who cared for her.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society are greatly appreciated.

Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memeories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SEAMAN, Patricia….

Patricia Seaman (previously Hey) passed away peacefully at Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, London, on Thursday, August 27, 2020 in her 95th year.  Beloved wife to the late Peter Hey who passed away in 1981.  Loving Mum to Glenda Thomas and her husband Chuck and Eric Hey and his wife Marianne.  Loving Nan to Sara and Jason Thomas and Nana to Brandon and Collin Hey.  Loving Great Grandmother to Jillian Garrison and Estelle Marie Hey.

Patricia was born and raised in Ealing, West London, England.  Her parents, Florence and Walter Hawley, celebrated the birth of their only child, but her father passed away in 1929 when Patricia was only 3 years old.  Patricia and her Mum were very close and lived together all through WWII, making many trips to their air raid shelter.  Patricia worked at Tecalemit Ltd., a munitions factory in London, for her contribution to the War Effort, and could tell a person many stories of her life in London during the war.

Patricia met Peter Hey while he was on leave in the early part of the War.  Peter served in the British 8th Army in North Africa and Italy for the entire 6 year duration of the war.  Patricia and Peter were married on June 21st, 1947.  They enjoyed a very loving and happy marriage until Peter passed away March 6, 1981.

Patricia immigrated to Canada with Peter and their son, Eric, in 1953, where their daughter Glenda was born.  Patricia was a homemaker for many years after their arrival in Canada, where she raised her two children.  She was an avid knitter and enjoyed sewing things for her home and children.  She enjoyed travelling later on in life. 

Mum/Nan/Nana, as she was known by her family, was a lifelong and dedicated tea lover.  She took great pleasure in putting the kettle on to make one of her most enjoyed creations, a good cuppa tea!

A private family service will be held.  Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the World Wildlife Fund (Canada), 400-410 Adelaide Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 1S8 or St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation, PO Box 5777, Station B, London, ON N6A 4V2.  Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184.  Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SUMNER, Ronald Edward…

Peacefully on the land he was born on with family by his side, on Wednesday, August 26, 2020, Ronald Edward Sumner in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Ellen L. (nee Robbins) Sumner (2012). Loving father of Alex E. Sumner and Wendy. Cherished grandfather of Victor and Alicia, Nathan and Emily, William and Tracy, Brock, and Christina. Great-grandfather of four. Dear brother of Shirley McNeil. Much loved uncle of Carolyn Denning. Predeceased by his son Kirk R. Sumner (2006). Ronald lived his life to the fullest. He was the 6th generation descendant of the original settlers of Westminster Township (1819). A long-time employee of London Board of Education, and a Farmer. Ronald was committed to his church and the welfare of the less fortunate. He invested himself in relationships with friends, and most importantly loved his family. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Chalmers Presbyterian Church, London, at 1 pm. 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 and masks are mandatory. A livestream of the service will be available at http://www.chalmerslondon.com/. Interment in Pond Mills Cemetery, London. Donations in Ronald’s name may be made to Chalmers Presbyterian Church – Care and Share (Community Food Program), 342 Pond Mills Road, London, ON N5Z 5E1. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

HINES, Keith William …
Peacefully on his own terms after a battle with cancer, Keith Wm. Hines passed away at Victoria Hospital, London on Friday, August 21, 2020, in his 79th year. Dear spouse of Gloria. Loving father of Janet and David. Cherished granddad of Taryn. Dear brother of Marjorie (Roger) Walters, Alan (Nancie) Hines. Predeceased by Eric, Graham and his twin sister Brenda. Keith will be missed by his many nieces and nephews. At this time there will be no funeral service. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be announced. In lieu of flowers donations in Keith’s memory can be made to the London Regional Cancer Program or the Make-A-Wish Southwestern Ontario. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolence, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com 

PARNELL, Dorothy Gertrude…

(1919-2020)

Dorothy Gertrude Parnell passed away on August 20th as gracefully as she lived, two days after her 101st birthday. She was the matriarch of her enormous family who loved her dearly. Raised in Quebec City, a graduate of Queen’s University (1940), she lived her adult life in London, ON. Dorothy is predeceased by her husband of 58 years, Douglas E. Parnell (1998), her sons Gordon (1943) and Ted (1981), and her daughter Sandy Mullen (2019). She will be missed daily by her daughters, Anne Richards (John) of Kingston and Peg Herbert of Ottawa, and her son Tim Parnell (Judy) of Armstrong, B.C. Dorothy was the cherished grandmother of Peggy (Steve), Dave (Christie), Heather (Tom), Brent (Suzanne), Mark (Julie), Jesse, Lucas (Adrienne), Abel (Jessica), Dawson (Leah), Ben (Kristen), and Kate (Megan). She was a great-grandmother to 21 adorable children. Dorothy loved travelling with her husband, reading voraciously, swimming, golfing, following the lives of her favourite players, walking, and loved the Toronto Maple Leafs. Her commitment to community service was inspiring, including volunteering at the CNIB, palliative care at Parkwood Institute, Wesley-Knox United Church and Help Lesotho. Dorothy was past President of the Queen’s Alumni (London Chapter) and gave an annual scholarship to a mature student at the Ban Righ Centre. Her summers were spent with children and grandchildren at her beloved family cottage on Tea Lake. Special memories were made there. She was the last of her generation, predeceased by her brother John Matheson (Edith), Catherine Carty (Ken) and Margaret Slemon (Gordon) and adored by a multitude of wonderful nieces and nephews. As the cornerstone of this enormous family, she modeled for us the importance of family and friends. Our sincere thanks to each staff member at Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care who were unfailingly kind, attentive and positive. A family memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to the Dorothy and Douglas Parnell Fund, c/o The London Community Foundation, 130 King Street, London, ON N6A 1C6, Help Lesotho, 610 Bronson Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1S 4E6 or to the Ted Parnell Scholarship Fund through the Yukon Conservation Society, 302 Hawkins Street, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 1X6. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

NISBET, Sylva…

At University Hospital, on Monday, August 17, 2020, Sylva Nisbet of London, Ontario, passed away at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late James McIntosh Nisbet (2002). Dear mother of Marina Nisbet, Robert (David) Nisbet, Alan (Anne) Nisbet and special Nonna to Ava and Nate. She will be forever missed by nieces, nephews, especially Buckley and the Moss family, as well as extended family and friends. She will also be missed by the Verwolf family. Predeceased by her siblings Mario Nigri and Vera Buckley. A graveside service will take place on Friday, August 21, 2020 at St. Peter’s Cemetery, London. Donation’s in Sylva’s name may be made to the London Food Bank, 926 Leathorne Street, London, ON N5Z 3M5. Funeral arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

SNELL, Pauline…

It’s with great sadness and loss that we announce the passing of Pauline S. Snell (nee Hunt) in her 85th year after a long stay at University Hospital, London. She is survived by her husband Gerald “Gerry” Snell. She is predeceased by her parents J. Douglas Hunt and Evelyn Kathleen Hunt (Smiley) and her step-mother Leta Hunt (Pressey). She is survived by her siblings Nancy Harrington (Ken), Kelowna BC., Glen Hunt, Dorchester, ON and Dennis Hunt (Susan), Kalkaska, MI. Also missed by her nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews and extended family. Fondly remembered by her friends Irene King, Nancy Springer and Kaye Mustos.

Pauline led an interesting life of dedication and successfully taught elementary students for over 37 years. Early in her work years she also took time to complete the X-Ray Technician program at Victoria Hospital, London and was a graduate of Western University with a BA in Fine Arts. She was always busy with her many hobbies centered on charity and helping others which was evident by her dedicated services at Oakridge Presbyterian Church, where she was a member for 40 years. Pauline enjoyed activities such as choir, quilting group, church decoration, donating much time to helping complete work in the church offices and much more. 

She has had amazing energy – right into her 80’s!  She leaves a huge absence in her home with Gerry and their cat Chloe. Her faith as a true Christian was very strong and unending. Pauline has left us with a wonderful pattern for all to copy for a happy, successful life.

Gerry and the Snell and Hunt families profoundly thank all friends and relatives for your unending support and friendships. You have all made Pauline’s life so rewarding to her. God bless you all. In keeping with Pauline’s wishes no funeral service will take place. Donations to Oakridge Presbyterian Church, 970 Oxford Street West, London, ON N6H 1V4 or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at amgfh.com

GREEN, Helen Catherine…

Peacefully with family by her side at Victoria Hospital, London on Sunday, August 16, 2020 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Randolph Green. Loving mother of Rudy Green and Melody Green both of London and the late Baden Green. Dear grandmother of Jared Scott, Jordan Scott and Jasmine Scott. Dear sister of Joan Coupar (Tom), Daisy Hodgetts, James Beacom (Gerry) and Elizabeth Beacom. Also missed by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brothers and sisters. Cremation has taken place. No services will be held at this time. Donations in Helen’s memory may be made to Salthaven, P.O. Box 601 Mount Brydges, Ontario N0L 1W0. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com