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FREER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-02-07 published
STADE, Melvin Christian
Peacefully, at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich, Friday, February 4, 2005, Melvin Christian STADE, 88, formerly of R.R.#3, Dashwood. Beloved husband husband of Gertrude "Gertie" (BIESENTHAL) STADE for 47 years. Loved father of Sherrie EDWARDS of R.R.#3 Dashwood and the late Oliver "Ollie" EDWARDS (2003.) Dear brother-in-law of Eleanore and Clarence MILLER, Frieda WILSON, Margaret KLEIN, Alma KLISCH, Elda FREER, Scharlotte and Philip LOWENBERG, Herb and Delores BIESENTHAL, Russell MILLER, Bert and Clara MOLZAN and Elsie BIESENTHAL. Remembered by his many nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, parents William (1955) and Flossie (GEIGER) (1965) STADE. Resting at the T. Harry Hoffman and Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood with visitation Tuesday 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church, Dashwood, Wednesday, February 9, 2005 at 11 a.m. The Reverend John E. TREMBULAK III officiating. Interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations to the Blue Water Rest Home, Zion Lutheran Church, Lung Association or charity of choice would be appreciated. Melvin was born on the STADE homestead, farmed all his life and was a former member of the Dashwood-Seaforth Band, Huronia Male Chorus and Zion Lutheran Church Choir for many years. Condolences at www.hoffmanfuneralhome.com

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FREER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-02-23 published
FREER, Ron▼
In loving memory of Ron, who passed away one year ago, February Those we love go out of sight
But never out of mind
They are cherished in the hearts
Of the ones they left behind.
Dear friend Kathy, Walt and family..

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FREER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-05-31 published
CLAYPOLE, Leona Annie (FREER)
At Quality Care, Watford on Sunday, May 29th, 2005. Leona Annie (FREER) CLAYPOLE of Watford in her 96th year was the wife of the late Frank (Johnny) CLAYPOLE (1968.) Loving mother of Pat and Ken McGILL of Watford, Bill of Afghanistan and Betty and Barth of Sarnia and mother-in-law of Suzanne CLAYPOLE of Ottawa. Grandmother of Cheryl, Lori, Celine, William, Michael and greatgrandmother of Max, Sam and Emma. Friends and family may call at the Harper Funeral Home, 232 Warwick Street, Watford on Tuesday, May 31st, 2005 from 7-9 p.m. A private family service will be conducted. Rev. K. REIMER officiating. Interment Saint Mary's Cemetery, Warwick. If desired, memorial contributions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated as your expression of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to Harper Funeral Home, (519-876-2218).

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FREER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-07-12 published
McCRACKEN, Sylvia Addeleen " Addie" (née READ)
A resident of Chatham, Sylvia Addeleen (Addie) McCRACKEN passed away at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Chatham on Monday, July 11, 2005 at the age of 79. Born in Harwich Township, daughter of the late Stephen and Sylvia (JENNER) READ. Beloved wife of the late Charles R. McCRACKEN (1993.) Dear mother of Linda WEAVER of Chatham, Brenda FREER and her husband Wayne of Sarnia, Rae McCRACKEN and his wife Lyn of Sarnia, and Christine DOIRON of London. Grandmother of 15, great-grandmother of 11 and predeceased by grand_son Jeff DOIRON. Also predeceased by 6 brothers and 2 sisters. Family will receive Friends at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Wednesday from 2: 00-4:30 p.m. and 7: 00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Service at the Funeral Home on Thursday, July 14, 2005 at 1: 30 p.m. with The Reverend Susan JOLLEY officiating. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery, Blenheim. Donations by cheque to Special Olympics or charity of choice would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com

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FREER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-10-17 published
JONES, William John
Peacefully at Sarnia General Hospital on Friday, October 14th, 2005. William John JONES of R.R.#5 Watford in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Elsie (SHAY/SHEA.) Dear father of Shirley and George LAWSON of Atwood, Donald and Deb JONES of Watford, Donna and Norman McAUSLAN of Petrolia, Marilyn and Don CAMPBELL of Alvinston. Grandfather of Steven and Brad JONES, Crystal and Stacy DERY, Shawn and Katrina LAWSON, Rebecca and Jessica McAUSLAN, Brandon, Kelsey and Eric CAMPBELL and predeceaased by grand_son Jeremy LAWSON. Bill will be remembered by his sister Mary (Tom) FREER. He is predeceased by his brother Jim JONES, sister and brother-in-law Margaret and Jack ZONNEVILLE. Also predeceased by daughter-in-law Lee (McGREGOR) JONES. Bill ploughed in Lambton County for 48 years. Visitation will was held at the Harper Funeral Home on Sunday, October 16th, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service at the Funeral Home on Monday, October 17th, 2005 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Fr. Kendall REIMER officiating. Interment will take place at Watford Cemetery. Donations to the Lung Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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FREER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-10-28 published
VOKES, Ross
At Bluewater Health - Mitton Site, on Wednesday, October 26, 2005, Ross VOKES, 82 years, of Petrolia. Beloved husband of Margaret (née MacHAN) and the late Betty (née FREER) (1983.) Dear father of Bruce and Sue VOKES of Petrolia, Tom VOKES and the late Chris (2005,) Brian VOKES, and Bonnie TYRRELL and Bob TOWER all of Port Elgin. Dear grandfather of Kevin, Brad, Todd and Adam VOKES, Tim TYRRELL, Tammy LOOY, and Trevor and Troy PATTERSON. Dear great grandfather of Anslea, Justin, Brandon, Taylor, Maddison, Shane and Sydney. Dear brother of Ralph and Grace VOKES of Port Lambton, Doris and Harry SQUIRE of Courtney, British Columbia, Margaret and Ron CURTS of Forest, Marion and Ritchie SMITH of Wyoming, and the late Kathleen (infant), John (2000) and Maurice (2004) and his wife Dorothea of Wiarton. Ross was a veteran of World War 2, serving his country overseas with the 1st Canadian Car Company. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #388, Wyoming, the Bruce Masonic Lodge #341 (Tiverton), the Mocha Shrine Club and the Legion of Honor. Ross was a retired crane operator with the Operating Engineers Local #793. Visitors will be received on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia, where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 29, 2005 at 11: 00 a.m. Reverend Dr. David BONNEY officiating. Interment in Wyoming Cemetery. The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #388 will hold a memorial service on Friday at 6: 45 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the charity of your choice. Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.needhamjay.com

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FREER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.strathroy.age_dispatch 2005-01-18 published
VAN DUN, Geraldine (née BENS)
Gerrie VAN DUN (née BENS) of Petrolia passed away after a courageous battle with cancer, in her 56th year at Blue Water Health Palliative Care, on Friday, January 14, 2005 with her family by her side. Cherished wife of Joseph for 36 years. Beloved mother of Joanne and Steven PERCY and Linda and Andrew CHWIECKO. Loving Oma to her grandchildren Cierra, Aidan, Jayna, Ryan, and our special angel in Heaven, Nathan. Geraldine was the proud owner and operator of 21 Shell and Variety of Petrolia for over 28 years. Gerrie was born in Estevan, Saskatchewan, in 1949. She is also survived by her mother, Wilhemina and the late John BENS, sisters Nellie and Bill LERCH, Tina and Leo VERBERNE and brothers Henry and Janis BENS and John and Harriet BENS. Will be sadly missed by her father and mother-in-law John and Elizabeth VAN DUN and their family as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitors were received on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia, where parish prayers were offered at 8: 45 p.m. The funeral mass was celebrated at St. Philips Church, Petrolia, on Monday, January 17, 2005 at 11 a.m. with Father Dan VERE as celebrant. Cremation followed, with interment in Hillsdale Cemetery, Petrolia. The pallbearers were Owen and Martin QUINN, Jason and Charlie FREER, David and Brian VERBERNE, and Rick SAUVE. The flower bearers were Nellie LURCH and Lorie LAFORET. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit at St. Josephs Health Care Foundation, London, the Sarnia and District Humane Society or the Charlotte Eleanor Englehart Hospital Foundation. Memories and condolences may be left online at www.needhamjay.com

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FREER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.strathroy.age_dispatch 2005-02-22 published
FREER, Ron▲
In loving memory of Ron, a very special husband, dad, and papa, who passed away 1 year ago, February 23, 2004.
I often lay awake at night
When the world is fast asleep
And take a walk down memory lane
With tears upon my cheeks.
Remembering you is easy
I do it every day
But missing you is a heartache
That never goes away.
Love and miss you so much, Ruthanne, Randy, Nancy, Sherri, Travis, Jamie and John

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FREER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-06-26 published
Pilot dies at Oshawa air show
Close friend was flying nearby before ultralight plane crashed
By Scott SIMMIE and Naomi CARNIOL, Staff Reporters
A highly experienced pilot -- and a well-liked man in the aviation community -- died in a crash yesterday at the Canadian Aviation Expo in Oshawa, the country's largest aviation show.
Doug ROGERSON was in the cockpit of his beloved SeaRey, a plane that had brought him endless joy since he purchased it in October 2002. The Air Canada pilot, who lived near Shelburne, was 58.
"I'm just devastated," said his close friend and fellow SeaRey owner, John DUNLOP. " Doug has been my friend and my buddy for 15 years. He's lived flying like I have and we shared our dream together. And it's ended in such a tragedy today."
The accident occurred at about 1: 40 p.m., as ROGERSON and DUNLOP were preparing for a fly-by at the air show. DUNLOP, a retired Air Canada pilot who has logged hundreds of flights with his own SeaRey, had no indication anything was amiss.
"He was flying on my wing when it happened. I wasn't even aware that he'd left my side until I learned of the accident," DUNLOP said last night while heading back to Shelburne to see ROGERSON's widow and children.
"My family is with me and they're devastated, too."
Few details about the cause of the accident were available yesterday. witnesses: said the two ultralights took off together and were heading west when ROGERSON's aircraft appeared to have trouble. It banked to the left, then the right, before going nose-down into a large pile of gravel next to the foundation of a housing complex.
A crowd quickly gathered.
"I had my hands on that plane two hours before it crashed," said Sandra FREER of Whitby. "The plane was on the tarmac and you could go look at it."
At this early stage of the investigation, police had little information they were able to share.
"Witnesses: reported the plane narrowly missed some homes in the area as it went down and came to rest on the dugout area of the home under construction," said Sgt. Paul McCURBIN of Durham Region police.
Anyone with information on the crash is asked to call investigators from the Transportation Safety Board of Canada at 905-771-7690. Organizers of the Canadian Aviation Expo could not be reached for comment.
Just two days earlier, ROGERSON spoke with the Toronto Star about his love for the aircraft, known by many as "The Orca Rey" because it was painted like a killer whale. He purchased the ultralight, which many build as a kit, as a used aircraft in Seattle.
With an infectious, friendly smile, he described the wonders the plane had brought him, especially on a trip earlier this year with DUNLOP and ROGERSON's son, who is also a pilot.
"We were down in Florida this spring. We flew right down the coast of Florida at 50 to 100 feet up," he said. "We saw wild pigs, even wild horses in northern Florida. My son is also a pilot... so it was kind of fun flying with him."
As a career pilot, ROGERSON was a stickler for details and safety. His craft was gleaming and the cockpit spotless. A pre-flight checklist, which he went over every time he took the aircraft up, was mounted on the instrument panel.
Though ultralight aircraft have grown safer over the years -- and the SeaRey has an excellent reputation and a wide following accidents still happen. A scan of Transport Canada's accident reports indicates that most ultralight crashes occur when the pilot is either not licensed to fly, has modified the aircraft, or is attempting manoeuvres for which the craft was not designed.
Given ROGERSON's background and reputation, it would be surprising if the investigation determines that pilot error was a factor.
On calm summer evenings, ROGERSON was particularly fond of taking his 80-horsepower SeaRey to Bellwood Lake. He was also looking forward to an annual "gaggle" of SeaRey enthusiasts that gathers each year on Georgian Bay. If that gathering goes ahead this summer, you can bet there will be some wonderful stories about ROGERSON -- and more than a few tears.
"Doug was a genuine guy and the best friend a guy could ever have," said DUNLOP, who distributes SeaRey kits in Canada.
You can find pictures of Doug ROGERSON, flying his distinctive and well-travelled Orca Rey, on the photo gallery at http: //www.seareycanada.com.

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FREESTONE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-10-15 published
SZILAGYI, Alexandor John
At his home in London on Monday, October 10, 2005, Alexandor John SZILAGYI at the age of 36. Beloved son of Alex (Sandor) and Janet SZILAGYI. Loving brother of Linda and Sandra, their husbands Jan and Bob. Uncle of their children Amy, Amelia and Jacob. Grandson of Margaret and the late Harold FREESTONE, of England. Grandson of the late Sandor and Maria SZILAGYI of Hungary. Nephew of John and Nick FREESTONE of England. The family will receive Friends and relatives at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel, 1997 Dundas Street East (at Wavell), London, for a Service of Remembrance on Monday, October 17, 2005 at 3 p.m. Visitation on hour prior to service. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Men's Mission c/o 415 Hamilton Road, London N5Z 1S1 or Hospice of London would be gratefully appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home 452-3770.

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FREESTONE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-02-26 published
HILL, Alfred Edward " Ted" B.Sc., M.D., F.R.C.P.C.
Captain R.C.A.M.C. 1940 Certificate in Aviation Medicine, 1943. Pilot Officer, R.C.A.F. Special Reserve, 1943. Flight Lieutenant, 1945. Certificate in Internal Medicine, McGill, 1949. Diploma in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, McGill, 1950.
Ted passed away peacefully, at Lions Gate Hospital, Saturday, February 19th 2005, with his family by his side. A Celebration of Life will be held: March 2nd 2005, (Wednesday) 3:00 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, in the Marine Room (through the Cafeteria!) In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice. Ted is survived by Dearest Eleanor, his wife of 64 happy years, brother Kenneth HILL and sister Ruth STANLEY; sons John (& Josephine) and Frank (& Anne,) daughter Joyce, granddaughter Lupin HILL, step-grandchildren Claire CORBETT (& Julian, with their children Sam and Sophie,) Isabel JOHNSON and Rakim WYNTER. After retiring, Eleanor and Ted spent their winters at their beach home, Beaches of Nosara, Costa Rica. Ted learned Spanish, which came easily as he was fluent in French. Those were happy years with many Friends there, especially Betty and Victor AUGUSTINI. Eleanor and Ted travelled the World, making Friends and enriching all our lives with their wonderful tales of adventure. Ted was a collector by nature, as this enabled him to study subjects of interest more closely. From the age of nine to eighty-nine, he collected, traded, shared and studied stamps. He also loved selling them! He belonged to many stamp clubs, thereby making new Friends, including Dr. Richard and Sandra OFNER, Jack and Sibyl FREESTONE and Andy ANDERSON and his club. Ted also collected artefacts, jade, books of Canadian Aviation, Ballooning and Gliding, which he studied, and passed on to Simon Fraser University, museums, the National Archives, and interested collectors in those fields. Ted was a keen photographer, and collector of photographs of Canadian aviation. He used these in his articles, he wrote for Canadian Forces Sentinel, and The Journal of the Canadian Aviation Historical Society He gave. his personal collection of historically significant aviation photographs to the National Archives, Ottawa. Ted and Eleanor have lived most of their retirement years in West Vancouver enjoying the views and seaside. They have been healthy and happy with many Friends here. Ted was a volunteer at West Vancouver Memorial Library, where he helped with the second-hand book sales, and often worked behind the scenes. He enjoyed writing for the library newsletter, and retired from that, weeks before he died. Ted will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by his family and Friends. We are indeed fortunate to have had our lives so enriched by such an exceptional and caring man.

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FREESTONE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-03-01 published
SIMPSON, Harland▼ Alfred▼ " Harley▼"
Passed away Sunday, February 27, 2005, at home, in his 75th year. Harley▼ was the cherished husband of Jean (née VAN DER VORD,) son of the late Mildred and Harold SIMPSON and brother of Donald. He will be greatly missed by his children Jennifer (Pat BYERS,) Peter (Diane PAP,) Ann▼ WICKS (Brian,) and Linda ROOTE (Kevin) and his grandchildren Matthew, Richard, Amanda, Adam, Josie, Spencer, Brittany and Ashley. Many other relatives and Friends, including Ross FREESTONE and Helen and Neil FIELD will also remember Harley fondly.
Harley and Jean enjoyed a lifetime together. They met in kindergarten Harley proposed at age 14 and they were married for 51 happy years. Even in his last days, Harley was worrying about how his "bride" was feeling. Aside from his family, Harley loved his cottage, his car, his grass, his workshop and a good game of cards. He was a successful businessman who served as a mentor for many individuals along the way. Harley was a man to be counted on when help was needed. Thanks to Doctors KHAN, BARNES and PARKER, V.J., ROBINS and all the others who helped Harley over the past months. You are truly credits to your professions. Family and Friends will be received at the 'Scarborough Chapel' of McDougall & Brown, 2900 Kingston Road (1 block east of St. Clair Ave. E.), on Tuesday, March 1, 2005 from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday, March 2, 2005 at 2 p.m. Donations in Harley's name may be made to the Salvation Army or the charity of your choice.

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FREESTONE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-05-31 published
FREESTONE, Thelma Alberta
Peacefully, at the Belleville General Hospital on Sunday, May 29, 2005 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Loving mother of Jane (Doug) BELL of Ottawa, Grant FREESTONE of Belleville and Bill (Kathy CARSWELL) FREESTONE of Belleville. Dear gramma of Kathy, Karen, Steven, Heather and Carrie and great gramma of 6. A celebration of her life will be held at Saint Thomas Anglican Church (Corner of Bridge St. and Church St. Belleville) on Thursday, June 2, 2005 at 12 noon. Reception to follow in the Parish Hall. Memorial donations to Saint Thomas Anglican Church or the Kiwanis Bayshore Trail fund would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences www.burke- funeral.ca

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FREESTONE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-03-01 published
SIMPSON, Harland▲ Alfred▲ " Harley▲"
Passed away Sunday February 27, 2005, at home, in his 75th year. Harley▲ was the cherished husband of Jean (née VAN DER VORD,) son of the late Mildred and Harold SIMPSON and brother of Donald. He will be greatly missed by his children Jennifer (Pat BYERS,) Peter (Diane PAP,) Ann▲ WICKS (Brian,) and Linda ROOTE (Kevin) and his grandchildren Matthew, Richard, Amanda, Adam, Josie, Spencer, Brittany and Ashley. Many other relatives and Friends, including Ross FREESTONE and Helen and Neil FIELD will also remember Harley fondly. Harley and Jean enjoyed a lifetime together. They met in kindergarten; Harley proposed at age 14 and they were married for 51 happy years. Even in his last days, Harley was worrying about how his "bride" was feeling. Aside from his family, Harley loved his cottage, his car, his grass, his workshop and a good game of cards. He was a successful businessman who served as a mentor for many individuals along the way. Harley was a man to be counted on when help was needed. Thanks to Doctors KHAN, BARNES and PARKER, V.J., ROBINS and all the others who helped Harley over the past months. You are truly credits to your professions. Family and Friends will be received at the McDougall and Brown Funeral Home "Scarborough Chapel", 2900 Kingston Rd. (one block east of St. Clair Ave. E.) on Tuesday March 1, 2005 from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday March 2, 2005 at 2 p.m. Donations in Harley's name may be made to the Salvation Army or the charity of your choice.

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FREESTONE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-07-09 published
FREESTONE, Margaret Jane
Peacefully with dignity on Wednesday July 6, 2005, at Trillium Health Centre, Mississauga in her 86th year, surrounded by family. Beloved wife of the late Jack William FREESTONE. Loved mother of Janie and Willie GREGG of Tottenham, and Robert and Kim of Toronto. Cherished Grandma of J.R., James, and Michael. Beloved sister of Babe Gale (deceased) of Wasaga Beach. Cremation has taken place.

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FREETHLY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-03-02 published
FRICKER, Elizabeth Anne
(From Toronto). At the Meighan Nursing Home, on Sunday, February 27, 2005, in her 91st year. Beloved mother of Shirley (Norman) FREETHLY, Linda (Bill) FARRAR, grandmother of 5 and great-grandmother of 10. Family and Friends will be received at the Ross Craig Funeral Home, 1357 Queen St. West, Toronto (1 block east of Lansdowne), 416-532-4446 on Thursday March 3, 2005, from 12: 30 p.m. until 2 p.m. with a complete chapel service to follow. Committal will be completed at the funeral home.

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FREETHY o@ca.on.simcoe_county.nottawasaga.stayner.stayner_sun 2005-02-15 published
GRAINGER, George Michael
Passed away suddenly in hospital in London, England, January 30th 2005. George was the younger son of Arthur and Ida FREETHY) GRAINGER, brother of the late Leighton. George is survived by his wife Diana (GORDON) GRAINGER, daughter Michell and 2 granddaughters, Katie and Bonnie.
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FREEZE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-10-04 published
Forces instructor dies parachuting at Trenton
By Colin FREEZE and Unnati GANDHI, Tuesday, October 4, 2005, Page A2
A military paratrooper instructor was killed yesterday during a training exercise, the second time in as many years that there has been a fatal accident at Canadian Forces Base Trenton.
Warrant Officer Charles SHEPPARD, 43, was pronounced dead at 12: 45 p.m. on a day of clear skies and light winds, officials said.
"The cause is under investigation," said Lieutenant Morgan BAILEY, a spokeswoman for the military. "The soldier was an experienced jumper."
She said Warrant Officer SHEPPARD, who had completed more than 2,500 jumps and had been in the Canadian Forces for 19 years, was leading a freefall course at the base's Mountain View detachment.
"Warrant Officer SHEPPARD and I soldiered together for many years and I knew him as a passionate and professional leader," said Colonel David FRASER, Commander of 1 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group.
Warrant Officer SHEPPARD, originally from Galt, Ontario, was temporarily working at the Canadian Parachute Centre Canadian Forces Base Trenton. He was attached to the 3rd Battalion of Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry in Edmonton.
The parachute centre at Trenton trains hundreds of soldiers for both military operations and search and rescue missions, and also the Sky Hawks jumping team, which performs at dozens of events each year.
In September of 2003, Lieutenant Colonel Mike BLANCHETTE, the commander of the Trenton parachute centre, was killed when he detached his parachute too early as he jumped from a helicopter above the Bay of Quinte. A coroner eventually determined that Lt. Col. BLANCHETTE, a 30-year veteran, died an accidental death, and ruled out equipment failure.
Fatal accidents involving military submarines and Snowbird airplanes have attracted much attention in recent months, but the Canadian Forces has also seen its share of parachute problems over the years.
Earlier this year a "severe landing" caused a soldier to be hospitalized for serious back and hip injuries, as well as a collapsed vertebrae, after an accident at the parachute centre.
In 2002, two Alberta soldiers got their parachutes entangled during search and rescue training, but escaped with only minor injuries after managing to untangle themselves at the last minute.
In 1998, a soldier broke his leg after hitting a tree during a performance at the International Air Show in Toronto.
In 1989, nine Canadian paratroopers with the Airborne Regiment died during a car accident and airplane crash that occurred within two days. The previous year, a Canadian Forces paratrooper died during a recreational jump at the Ganonoque airport.
In 1981, a private with the Airborne died on his fourth jump, a "freak accident".

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FREIBERGS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-11-21 published
FREIBERGS, Biruta " Ruth"
It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Ruth at the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre on Saturday, November 19, 2005 at the age of 74 years. Beloved wife of Arnis for over 48 years. Her memory will be cherished by her loving children Andra (Vivek), Victor (Jennifer) and Neil. Biruta will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Leigha, Brielle and Kiran. Friends may call at the Rosar-Morrison Funeral Home and Chapel, 467 Sherbourne St. (south of Wellesley) on Tuesday, November 22, 2005 from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. and from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 23, 2005 at 11 a.m. from the Coach House Chapel of the funeral home. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Arthritis Society would be welcomed.

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FREIJS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-09-18 published
FREIJS, Ilga Ausma
Passed away on September 15, 2005 on her 75th birthday. Survived by her loving husband Juris. She has been cremated and a Memorial Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, September 22, 2005 at The York Visitation, Chapel and Reception Centre, 160 Beecroft (416-221-3404), North York, Ontario.

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FREILICH o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-10-29 published
FREILICH, Frances▼ (RABINOWITCH- WHITE/WHYTE)
On Friday, October 28, 2005 at Baycrest Hospital. Frances FREILICH, loving mother of Lawrence WHITE/WHYTE of California, Barbara and Barry SISKIND, and the late Stephen WHITE/WHYTE. Dear sister of Riva LINDSAY. Predeceased by Joseph RABINOWITCH, Leslie ROBB, and Molly LEVINE. Devoted grandmother of Dan and Audrey, Renee and Brad, Ken, Reuven, Mark and Lynda, Bob and Carol, Cory and Zoe, Jillian, Geoffrey and Suzanne. Devoted great grandmother of Kevin, Julianna, Noah, Leah, Aidyn, Zoe, Daniel, and Moses. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, (3 lights west of Dufferin) for service on Sunday, October 30th at 11: 30 a.m. Interment, Jones Avenue Cemetery. Shiva 42 Balmoral Avenue. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Frances Freilich Endowment Fund, c/o The Baycrest Centre Foundation 416-785-2875.

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FREILICH o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-10-29 published
FREILICH, Frances▲ (RABINOWITCH- WHITE/WHYTE)
On Friday, October 28, 2005, at Baycrest Hospital. Frances FREILICH, loving mother of Lawrence WHITE/WHYTE of California, Barbara and Barry SISKIND, and the late Stephen WHITE/WHYTE. Dear sister of Riva LINDSAY. Predeceased by Joseph RABINOWITCH, Leslie ROBB, and Molly LEVINE. Devoted grandmother of Dan and Audrey, Renee and Brad, Ken, Reuven, Mark and Lynda, Bob and Carol, Cory and Zoe, Jillian, Geoffrey and Suzanne. Devoted great-grandmother of Kevin, Julianna, Noah, Leah, Aidyn, Zoe, Daniel, and Moses. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel (3 lights west of Dufferin), for service on Sunday, October 30th at 11: 30 a.m. Interment, Jones Avenue Cemetery. Shiva 42 Balmoral Avenue. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Frances Freilich Endowment Fund, c/o The Baycrest Centre Foundation, 416-785-2875.

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FREILL o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-07-23 published
MEREDITH, Robert F. " Bud"
The family sadly announces the peaceful passing of Robert MEREDITH. He was born September 7, 1917 in Georgetown, raised and married in Toronto and resided in St. Catharines for over 60 years. Loving husband of the late Phyllis MEREDITH (née MATHESON.) Beloved father of Rob MEREDITH and his wife Jane and Lynda FEENAN and her husband Ron. Predeceased by his son-in-law Mike OSTROWSKI. Affectionately known as Baba to his grandchildren Deborah ADAM/ADAMS (Bruce,) Scott MEREDITH (Christina,) Daphne FREILL (Peter.) Cherished great-grandfather to Meredith, Paige, Chase, Sydney and Morgan. Loving brother to Lloyd MEREDITH (Ann) and predeceased by his brother Charles MEREDITH (Phyllis.) Will be missed by Christine, John, Jack, and Callie SHANNON and Carolyn and Mike LAMB. He is a former District Commissioner of the St. Catharines and District Boy Scouts of Canada and devoted over 75 years to the scouting movement. Former longtime employee of Lord and Burnam. A special thanks to his Friends and caregivers at the Oakville Senior Citizens Residence and more recently to all the Friends and staff who cared for him so deeply at the Post Inn Village. Following cremation, a Memorial Service will be held at a later date. "Forever in our hearts"

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FREIMANIS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-03-12 published
FREIMANIS, Izolde
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on March 10, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Ainis, cherished mother of Visvaldis and his wife Louise, Atis, Raitis and his wife Vineta. Dear grandmother of Christine, Amanda, Davis, Sandis, and great grand_son Michael. Sadly missed by her family and Friends. Visitation will take place at Heritage Funeral Centre, 50 Overlea Boulevard 416-423-1000, on Monday March 14, 2005 from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the Heritage Chapel on Tuesday, time to be confirmed. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may donate to the Latvian National Association in Canada or Canadian National Institute for the Blind.

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FREIRE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-12-01 published
FONSECA, Maria Palmira (née CAMPOS)
(March 10, 1943-November 30, 2005)
Of Kensington Gardens Nursing Home. Visitation 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Ryan and Odette Funeral Home, 1498 Dundas St. W. at Dufferin, Toronto. Mass Monday (call for time) at St. Agnes Church, to Prospect Cemetery. Mrs. FONSECA, who died at Toronto Western Hospital, is survived by: husband Joao; sons Jose (Ana RAPOSO), John Paul (Monica), Steve (Jackie FREIRE) 2 grandchildren. Parking is no problem - simply enter from Dufferin, just north of Dundas.

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FREISEN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-03-29 published
SMITH, Hilda Kathleen (THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON)
At Marshall Gowland Manor Nursing Home, Hilda Kathleen SMITH (THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON) passed away peacefully on Monday, March 28, 2005. Hilda came to Sarnia from England as a War Bride in 1944 and resided in Sarnia for the past 60 years. She was a member of St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church. Precious mother of Kathleen and Gil GUERETTE, daughter-in-law Rachel (Chapko) SMITH. Dear grandmother of Patty (GUERETTE) and David CABLE, Stephanie (GUERETTE) and John FREISEN, Lindsay SMITH, Kristie (SMITH) and Jeff CABLE, Tammie (SMITH) and Bill DOUGLAS/DOUGLASS. Loving Nanna to 10 greatgrandchildren. Sister-in-law to Marie PERRY of Saint Thomas, Ray and Pat SMITH of Sarnia, Stan and Margaret SMITH of Exeter, Lloyd and Dorothy SMITH of London, Ralph and Donna SMITH of London, Elsie SMITH of Ottawa. Predeceased by her beloved husband John Joseph SMITH (1993), sons Peter (2003), Phillip (2004). The funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 31, 2005 at 1: 00 p.m. from Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia. The interment will be in Resurrection Cemetery. Friends will be received at Smith Funeral Home on Thursday from 11: 00 a.m. until service time at 1:00 p.m. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Inn of the Good Shepherd, Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Charity of your Choice. Memories and condolences may be emailed to smithfuneralhome@cogeco.net

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FREISEN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-06-12 published
BRAMHILL, Lloyd
Passed away at the Huronia District Hospital, Midland on Friday, June 10th, 2005, in his 81st year. Lloyd BRAMHILL of Victoria Harbour beloved husband of Irene BRAMHILL. Dear brother of Vida McKENZIE of Halifax, Robert BRAMHILL of New Toronto, Herbert BRAMHILL of Mississauga, and the late Bossivane FREISEN and Douglas BRAMHILL. He will be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Nicholls Funeral Home, 330 Midland Ave., Midland on Tuesday June 14th from 11 a.m until time of funeral service in the Chapel at 1 p.m. Cremation to follow. Interment later at Victoria Harbour Union Cemetery.

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FREISINGER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-08-02 published
JAKOB, Adam
At Saint Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Monday, August 01, 2005. Adam JAKOB of Aylmer in his 86th year. Born in Pari, Hungary October 13, 1919, the son of the late Leopold and Agatha BAYER) JAKOB. Adam came to Aylmer in 1950 and worked and farmed in tobacco. He was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Beloved husband of Eva (FREISINGER) JAKOB for sixty-five years. Dear father of Joseph JAKOB and his wife Susan (PIRIE.) Proud grandfather of Stephen JAKOB and his wife Lisa, David and Christopher JAKOB. Proud great-grandfather to Matthew, Andrew, Owen and Lily. Brother-in-law of Anna Maria MARATH of Strathroy. Uncle of Joe MARATH and his wife Isabel and family of Saint Thomas, Ann (MARATH) and her husband Steve GREER/GRIER and family of Strathroy, Joe JAKOB of Hungary. Also survived by a God-daughter Eva TAMULY of Hungary. Predeceased by a brother Leopold and his wife Katharina and their son John, in-laws Joseph and Eva (BUSZ) FREISINGER and a brother-in-law Antony MARATH and his son Antony. Friends may call at the H.A. Kebbel Funeral Home, Aylmer on Wednesday 2: 00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. Parish prayers 8: 00 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows R.C. Church, Aylmer on Thursday August 4, 2005 at 11: 00 a.m. Interment Queen of Peace Cemetery. Friends making a donation in Adam's memory are asked to consider the Saint Thomas-Elgin General Hospital Foundation.

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FREITAS o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-03-07 published
FREITAS, Miguel
At London Health Sciences Centre on Saturday, March 5, 2005, Miguel FREITAS in his 74th year. Dear husband of the late Gilberta Freitas (2004.) Beloved father of Marla FREITAS and Victor FREITAS (Karen), both of London. Loving grandfather of Miguel and David. Also survived by his sisters Maria and Teresa. Visitors will be received on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the O'Neil Funeral Home, 350 William St. Funeral Mass in Holy Cross Church (Hamilton Rd. and Elm) on Wednesday at 1: 00 p.m. Interment St. Peter's Cemetery. Prayers Tuesday evening at 7: 15 p.m.

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FREITAS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-03-23 published
BONNER, Valerie (née COLYER)
Passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Monday, March 21, 2005 at the Groves Memorial Community Hospital in Fergus, Valerie BONNER (née COLYER) of Belwood, formerly of Mississauga, in her 69th year. Beloved wife of Keith BONNER. Loved mother of Nickie and her husband Doug MIELKE of Los Angeles, Julie and her husband Doug SMITH of Calgary, and Marcus of Edmonton. Dearest grandmother of Brett, Samantha, Taylor and Alexandra. Dear sister of Bill COLYER of London, England. Predeceased by brothers Robert and Ken. The family will celebrate a Mass of Resurrection at the St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, 420 St. George St. W., Fergus, on Thursday, March 24, 2005 at 11: 00 a.m. Service officiated by Fr F. FREITAS. Followed by cremation. Remembrances to the Groves Hospital Building Fund, St. Joseph R.C. Ch. Building Fund or Hospice Wellington would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Graham A. Giddy Funeral Home, 280 St. David St. S., Fergus, 519-843-3100. www.grahamgiddyfh.com

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FREITAS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2005-11-17 published
DE FREITAS, Michael Dennis John
(Lieutenant, Trinidad Royal Navy Volunteer Reserve)
Peacefully, on Tuesday November 15, 2005 at the Trillium Health CentreMississauga at the age of 82. Sadly missed by his beloved wife Wilma. Loving father of Michael and his wife Sonia and Catherine DE FREITAS and her partner Joao VASCONCELLOS. Proud grandfather of Rafaella. Dear brother of Clare, Leonard and Joan. Predeceased by his siblings Wilfred, Gerard, Dorothy and Arthur, and his first wife Aleida. Beloved step-father of Linda and Clifford SEMPLE and step-grandfather to Miriam, Valerie and Ian. Michael will be sadly missed by his family and Friends. Michael worked for 43 years with the Royal Bank of Canada in the Caribbean, Montreal and as regional representative in Brazil. Upon his retirement he moved to Toronto and worked as General Manager of the Canada Brazil Chamber of Commerce for 6 years. Friends may call at the Turner and Porter Butler Chapel, 4933 Dundas St. W. (between Islington and Kipling Aves.) on Friday, November 18, 2005 from 9: 30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Clement Church, 409 Markland Dr. in Etobicoke at 11 o'clock. If desired, remembrances may be made to the Parkinson Foundation.

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FREITAS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-03-05 published
RUNDLE, Gordon Thomas
Peacefully, at Groves Memorial Community Hospital, Fergus, on Friday, March 4, 2005. Gordon Thomas, in his 95th year. Beloved husband of the late Margaret (PAYNE.) Loving father of Gwen and her husband Berney SYTSMA of Fergus, and Michael and his wife Milagros of Toronto. Devout granddad of Daniel, Kevin and Norma of Victoria, British Columbia, John, AnnMarie and her husband Kevin GOODFELLOW. Cherished great-granddad of Kaitlyn, Brooke and Erika GOODFELLOW and Willem SYTSMA. Dear brother of Theresa REYNOLDS of Mississauga and Paul and his wife Sandra of Barrie. Predeceased by his siblings, Charles, Joseph, Dorothy, Frances, James, William, Mary Jerome, Eugene and Margaret. The family will receive relatives and Friends at the Graham A. Giddy Funeral Home and Chapel, 280 St. David Street South in Fergus on Monday, March 7, 2005 from 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday, March 8th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church in Fergus on Wednesday, March 9, 2005 at 11: 00 a.m. with Father FREITAS officiating, followed by interment at St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery in Streetsville at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be directed to the St. Joseph's Church Building Fund (Fergus) or Groves Memorial Community Hospital Building Fund. (Cards available at the funeral home, 519-843-3100). www.grahamgiddyfh.com

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FREITAS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-07-02 published
AZEVEDO, Maria▼ (née FREITAS) (September 2, 1916-June 30, 2005)
Of Gladstone Avenue. Visitation 2-9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Ryan and Odette Funeral Home, 1498 Dundas St. W., at Dufferin, Toronto. Mass 9: 30 a.m. Monday at St. Anthony's Church to Prospect Cemetery. (Heart and Stroke Foundation envelopes available in funeral home lobby) Mrs. AZEVEDO, who died at St. Joseph's Hospital, was predeceased by husband Jose, and is survived by: daughters Maria SA (Joao), Ilda SOARES, Elma JORGE (Artur); sons Jose (Alzira), Francisco (Fernanda), Walter (Nelia); 18 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren. Parking is no problem - simply enter from Dufferin, just north of Dundas.
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FREITAS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-07-04 published
AZEVEDO, Marie▲ (née FREITAS) (September 2, 1916-June 30, 2005)
Of Gladstone Ave. Mass 9: 30 a.m. today at St. Anthony's Church to Prospect Cemetery.

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FREITAS o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2005-10-12 published
DE FREITAS, Camille
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother on Friday, October 7th, 2005. Survived by her children Peter, Frances and Lawrence, grandchildren Terence, James, Philip, Brian and Alissa, seven great-grandchildren, and brothers Bernard, Edward and Willison. Visitation will be on Thursday, October 13th from 7-9 p.m. at the Highland Funeral Home 'Scarborough Chapel' (3280 Sheppard Ave. E.). Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Spirit Catholic Church on Friday, October 14th at 10: 00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Guyana Christian Charities.

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FREITER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-01-10 published
SOMERVILLE, Cora▼ (née STRONG)
Cora, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness at Seaforth Manor Nursing Home on Saturday, January 8, 2005 in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Archie SOMERVILLE (1997.) Dear mother of Joan (Ken) CAMPBELL of Seaforth, LoisAnn (Maurice) WATHKE of Kitchener, Jane (Jack) HARVEY of Exeter, and Linda (Eric) ROSS of London. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Kevin (Susan) CAMPBELL, Kim (Adrian) VAN DEN HOVEN, Brad (Brenda) CAMPBELL, Pam (Tim) CANT, Leanne (Bob) LA PIERRE, Cheryl (Erich) FREITER, David and Matthew ROSS. Also loved by great grandchildren Sarah and Alanah CAMPBELL, Robert▼ and Jacob CAMPBELL, Hayden and Avery CANT, Victoria,▼ Brianna▼ and Alexis LA PIERRE, and Bryan and Katelyn FREITER. Cora▼ will be missed by sisters-in-law Mabel STRONG, Grace SMITH and Anna McNICHOL as well as many nieces and nephews, cousins and Friends. Besides her parents Bill and Jane STRONG (née SHOULDICE,) Cora was predeceased by her sister Anna ALLEN and by brother Leonard STRONG and also by several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law.
Cora was born on December 25, 1909 in Egmondville and later moved with her family to the farm homestead in Tuckersmith Township. After graduating from Seaforth District High School, she attended Stratford Normal School and McDonald Institute in Guelph. She taught for five years in McKillop Township at Leadbury School (S.S.#7.) On June 6, 1936 she married Archie SOMERVILLE. After▼ her marriage, Cora dedicated her life to providing a loving home for her husband and four daughters on the family farm in McKillop. She derived joy and contentment in her various domestic pursuits of cooking, gardening, sewing, decorating, and nurturing her family. For many years, she taught Sunday School at Caven United Church, Winthrop and also served as treasurer of the United Church Women there. In 1984, Cora and Archie retired and moved to their home in Seaforth. The family will receive Friends and relatives at Northside United Church, Seaforth on Tuesday, January 11, 2005 from 12: 00-1:30 p.m. Funeral service will be held following visitation at 2: 00 p.m. with Bruce WHITMORE and Reverend John GOULD officiating. Spring interment at Maitland Bank Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer Society or to a charity of your choice would be gratefully appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Box & Smith Funeral Chapel, Seaforth (519-527-1142).

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FREITER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2005-01-11 published
SOMERVILLE, Cora▲ Frances (née STRONG)
Cora Frances passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness at Seaforth Manor Nursing Home on Saturday, January 8, 2005 in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Archie SOMERVILLE (1997.) Dear mother of Joan (Ken) CAMPBELL of Seaforth, LoisAnn (Maurice) WATHKE of Kitchener, Jane (Jack) HARVEY of Exeter, and Linda (Eric) ROSS of London. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Kevin (Susan) CAMPBELL, Kim (Adrian) VAN DEN HOVEN, Brad (Brenda) CAMPBELL, Pam (Tim) CANT, Leanne (Bob) LA PIERRE, Cheryl (Erich) FREITER, David and Matthew ROSS. Also loved by great grandchildren Sarah and Alanah CAMPBELL, Robert▲ and Jacob CAMPBELL, Hayden and Avery CANT, Victoria,▲ Brianna▲ and Alexis LA PIERRE, and Byron and Katelyn FREITER. Cora▲ will be missed by sisters-in-law Mabel STRONG, Grace SMITH and Anna McNICHOL as well as many nieces and nephews, cousins and Friends. Besides her parents Bill and Jane STRONG (née SHOULDICE,) Cora was predeceased by her sister Annie ALLEN and by brother Leonard STRONG and also by several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law.
Cora was born on December 25, 1909 in Egmondville and later moved with her family to the farm homestead in Tuckersmith Township. After graduating from Seaforth District High School, she attended Stratford Normal School and McDonald Institute in Guelph. She taught for five years in McKillop Township at Leadbury School (S.S.#7.) On June 6, 1936 she married Archie SOMERVILLE. After▲ her marriage, Cora dedicated her life to providing a loving home for her husband and four daughters on the family farm in McKillop. She derived joy and contentment in her various domestic pursuits of cooking, gardening, sewing, decorating, and nurturing her family. For many years, she taught Sunday School at Caven United Church, Winthrop and also served as treasurer of the United Church Women there. In 1984, Cora and Archie retired and moved to their home in Seaforth. The family will receive Friends and relatives at Northside United Church, Seaforth on Tuesday, January 11, 2005 from 12: 00-1:30 p.m. Funeral service will be held following visitation at 2: 00 p.m. with Bruce WHITMORE and Reverend John GOULD officiating. Spring interment at Maitland Bank Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer Society or to a charity of your choice would be gratefully appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Box & Smith Funeral Chapel, Seaforth (519-527-1142).

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