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BEAMER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-04-29 published
REED, Richard William " Bill"
At University Hospital, London on Thursday, April 27, 2006. Richard William "Bill" REED of Goderich in his 58th year. Beloved husband of Rita F. (VOSKAMP) REED and the late Phyllis A. (HEALY) REED. Dear father of Veronica "Ronnie" KENEHAN of Stratford, Teresa "Terri" VAN REENEN and her husband Jason of Redford, Michigan and Sean VOSKAMP and his wife Rhonda of Kitchener. Dear brother of Alan REED and his wife Berverley of Wingham, Phyllis STALLARD and her husband David, Valerie COLLINS, Robert REED, Tim REED and his wife Alice and Clive REED and his wife Sandra all of London. Also loved by his grandchildren, Ashley, Gregory, Cassandra, Bryan, Tyler, Dylan and Connor, his 14 nieces and nephews and his 5 great-nieces and great-nephews. Friends will be received by the family one hour prior to the funeral service being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Wednesday, May 3rd at 11: 00 a.m. with Reverend Wayne BEAMER officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As a teacher for the Lambton-Kent School Board, Bill touched the lives of so many young people with is passion and dedication. Bill was a member of the Bright's Grove Optimists. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 21 Grosvenor Street, London, Ontario N6A 4V2 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, Ontario N6A 3A1. On line condolences at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

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BEAMER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-05-24 published
TAVENER, Velma
At Braemar Retirement Centre, Wingham on Monday, May 22, 2006, Mrs. Velma TAVENER of Wingham, age 93 years. The former Velma ORVIS beloved wife of the late Andrew SCOTT (1990) and the late Harvey TAVENER (2004.) Dear mother of Stephanie and John McEWEN of Arlene ORVIS. Sister of Hazel TAILOR/TAYLOR, Ross and Edna ORVIS, Jack and Norma ORVIS and Bill and Arlene ORVIS. Sister-in-law of Fred HOWSON. Predeceased by her parents George and Annie (CAMPBELL) ORVIS, her son Stephen SCOTT (1985) sisters Jean LOUGHLEAN and Mary HOWSON and her brother Ellingworth ORVIS. Visitation at McBurney Funeral Home, Wingham, Ontario on Tuesday, 2: 00-4:00 and 7: 00-9:00 p.m. Funeral service will beheld at the funeral chapel on Wednesday at 1: 30 p.m. Reverend Wayne B. BEAMER officiating. Interment in Wingham Cemetery, Turnberry Township. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Royal Canadian Ladies Auxiliary Service will be held in the funeral home on Tuesday at 7: 00 p.m.

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BEAMER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-06-05 published
WALKER, Ernie
At Wingham and District Hospital, North Huron (Wingham) on Friday, June 2, 2006, Mr. Ernie WALKER of Wingham, age 78 years. Beloved husband of the former Doris TAILOR/TAYLOR. Dear brother of Howard and Jean WALKER and Clarence and Margaret WALKER of Wingham. Brother-in-law of Mildred TAILOR/TAYLOR of Wingham, Vera MILLER of London, Maxine TAILOR/TAYLOR of Wingham and Donald and Marlene TAILOR/TAYLOR of St. Helen's. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents George and Eva (HUMPHREY) WALKER, his brother Wilfred WALKER, sister-in-law Ruth WALKER and brothers-in-law Murray and Harold TAILOR/TAYLOR and Gordon MILLER. Visitation at McBurney Funeral Home, Wingham, Ontario on Monday, 2: 00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at the funeral chapel on Tuesday at 2: 00 p.m. Reverend Wayne B. BEAMER officiating. Interment in Wingham Cemetery, Wingham, Ontario. Memorial donations to Wingham United Church Stained Glass Project or Wingham Hospital Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

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BEAMER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-09-15 published
BENNETT, Agnes Marion (née JOHNSON)
Peacefully, at Brucelea Haven Home for the Aged, Walkerton, Tuesday, September 12, 2006, Agnes Marion (JOHNSON) BENNETT, age 89, formerly of Grand Cove Estates, Grand Bend, Antigua and St. Catharines. Beloved wife of the late H.W. John BENNETT (1998.) Dear sister and sister-in-law of Russell and Lenore JOHNSON of Cornwall, Raymond and Charlotte Johnson of Cochrane, Glenn and Joan JOHNSON of R.R.#2, Zurich, Curtis and Peggy JOHNSON of Palgrave, Joyce and Jack GRAHAM of Kincardine, Helen and Charles BEAMER of Chesley. Loved by her many nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her sister Inez TAILOR/TAYLOR, parents Peter and Martha (CRAWFORD) JOHNSON. At the request of the deceased cremation will take place. A Memorial Service will be held at the T. Harry Hoffman and Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood, Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at 2 p.m. The Rev. Susan MOORE officiating. Interment Calvary United Church Cemetery, Dashwood. If desired, memorial donations to the Grand Bend Area Health Services Foundation or charity of choice would be appreciated. Condolences at www.hoffmanfuneralhome.com

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BEAMER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-11-20 published
HODGINS, Jack
At Wingham and District Hospital, on Saturday, November 18, 2006, Mr. Jack HODGINS of Wingham, age 79 years. Beloved husband of the former Joyce JARDINE. Dear father of David and Melinda HODGINS and Rick and Joanne HODGINS of Wingham and Catherine and Gordon HILL of Cobourg. Grandfather of Kyle, Trevor, Jordan, Brock and Spencer HODGINS, Christopher, Scott and Nicole HILL. Also survived by his brother Arthur and Alice HODGINS in California. Jack was founder of J.E. Hodgins Lumber in Wingham. Visitation at McBurney Funeral Home, Wingham, Ontario on Monday, 2: 00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at the funeral chapel on Tuesday at 1: 30 p.m. Reverend Wayne B. BEAMER officiating. Interment in Wingham Cemetery, Wingham, Ontario. Memorial donations to Wingham and District Hospital Foundation or Wingham United Church would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Online condolences at www.mcburneyfuneralhome.com

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BEAMISH o@ca.on.grey_county.artemesia.flesherton.the_flesherton_advance 2006-03-29 published
CHURCHILL, Robert
Entered into rest in Centre Grey Hospital, Markdale on Tuesday March 21, 2006, Robert CHURCHILL in his 73rd year. Bob CHURCHILL (a Veteran of the Korean War,) dear friend of Norma DEAN. Dear father of Cathy (Scott) BEAMISH of Campbellford and Sharon (Kier) MacVININ of Prince Edward Island Will be sadly missed by his grandchildren, his great-grandchildren and his many nieces and nephews. Dear brother of Joyce (Charlie) FULLER of Norland, Shirley (Bill) MICKS of Flesherton and Ernie (Lorena) CHURCHILL of Stayner, and three sisters-in-law Betty, Adeleen and Lynn CHURCHILL. Predeceased by his parents Ernie and Hazel CHURCHILL, three brothers Jim, Bert and Frank CHURCHILL, and three sisters Rose SHARR, Ruby LAPSTRA and Eva HARDING. Rested at the McMillan and Jack Funeral Home, Dundalk where services were held in the chapel on Thursday March 23 at 1 p.m. Spring interment in Mount Forest Cemetery. Donations to the Dundalk Fire Department would be appreciated.
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BEAMISH o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-04-04 published
POPE, Harriett▼ (née PEYTON)
At Victoria Hospital, London on Saturday, April 1, 2006 at the age of 98 years. Formerly of Botwood, Newfoundland. Beloved wife of the late William POPE (1989.) Beloved mother of Marion LAVOIE of Brantford, David POPE (Barbara▼) of Burlington, Margaret BEAMISH (Frank▼) of Grand Bend, Muriel MacDONNELL (Stan▼) of Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia, Barbara GILLAN (Robert) of London, Randolph POPE of Mississauga, Ella KNIGHT of Bradford, and Dorothy BALL of Markham. She is predeceased by her son William of Hespler and daughters Vera of Brantford and Lorraine and Alma. Harriett is survived by her 32 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren. Friends will be received at the Beckett-Glaves Family Funeral Centre, 88 Brant Avenue, Brantford, 519-752-4331 on Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday at 1 p.m. Interment to follow, Mt. Hope Cemetery. Donations may be made in Harriett's memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice. A tree will be planted in memory of Harriett in the Beckett-Glaves Memorial Forest, www.beckettglaves.com

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BEAMISH o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-05-08 published
MacMILLAN, Ross▼ Alexander▼
At Victoria Hospital, London, on Friday, May 5, 2006, Ross Alexander MacMILLAN, of Sarnia. Beloved husband of Gwen BEAMISH; much adored father of Robin, her fiancé Martin WILSON, son Bruce and his wife Ellen. Ross was a gentle, caring spirit, whose kindness and courtesy were appreciated by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Possessed of a constantly probing intellect, he was a true Renaissance man, with a wide range of talents and interests. Educated at Upper Canada College, the University of Toronto (P. Eng.) and the University of Michigan (M. Sc.), he was a longtime employee of Dow Chemical. A pioneer in computer science, Ross had the vision to see the potential of emerging computer applications. Ross was an avid environmentalist and active in Lambton Wildlife. A connoisseur of classical music, he was tireless in promoting music in Sarnia, first through weekly radio broadcasts, and later through his involvement with the Library Concert Series and the Sarnia Concert Association. Ross was a proud World War 2 Royal Canadian Air Force veteran. He trained in Canada on Tiger Moths and Harvards, and later saw combat in Europe flying Hurricanes and Spitfires as a member of the elite 441 Squadron. After the War, he continued his love of flying as a sailplane pilot, setting several long distance soaring records. Ross was also an enthusiastic scuba diver in the early years of the sport. With a gift for words and an admiration of fine literature, Ross had recently discovered the pleasure of writing young people's fiction. Predeceased by his parents Sir Ernest and Lady Elsie MacMILLAN, and by his brother Keith MacMILLAN, all of Toronto. Memorial donations to: Sir Ernest MacMILLAN Memorial Foundation, c/o Scotiatrust, 1 Adelaide St. E, 4th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M5C 2W8. E-mail amy.loh@scotiatrust.com Tel: 416-361-4014, or: Lambton Wildlife, P.O. Box 681, Sarnia, Ontario N7T 7J7, www.lambtonwildlife.com Visitation at the Stewart Funeral Home, 254 George Street, Sarnia, Tuesday 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-4 p.m. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Ross' life will be announced at a later date. Messages of sympathy may be expressed at condolences@stewartfuneralhome.ca

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BEAMISH o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-12-09 published
HANNAY, Hilda▼ Mabel▼ (née BEAMISH)
Wife of Doctor Christopher L. HANNAY, passed away in her 91st year, on December 7th, 2006 at the McCormick Home, London, Ontario. Hilda HANNAY, born in Belleville, Ontario, being a descendent of United Empire Loyalists on both sides of her great-grandmother's parents. During Hilda's long and useful life, she attracted and held many Friendships by her fine traits. She loved home and family, and was ready at all times to assist in church and charitable work as a member of Saint_John the Evangelist Anglican Church, London, Ontario. Hilda was the daughter of Archdeacon George Ross BEAMISH and Mary Jessie (ACKERILL) BEAMISH of Belleville, Ontario.▼ She▼ is succeeded by: daughter Virginia M.L. HANNAY of London and her sons Matthew and Nicholas MIHLIK; daughter Doctor H. Julia HANNAY of Texas; and son Michael C.B. HANNAY of London, his wife Alison, their children James and Aurora, and his son Christopher HANNAY. The▼ funeral service will be conducted at the Church of Saint_John the Evangelist, 280 Saint_James St. at Wellington, on Monday, December 11 at 2: 00 p.m. Cremation will be followed by interment at Belleville Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the London Humane Society or McCormick Home would be gratefully acknowledged. (James A. Harris Funeral Home)

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BEAMISH o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-12-29 published
ASHTON, M. Jean (née MARCUS)
Peacefully with her family at her side, at Four Counties Health Services, Newbury, on Thursday, December 28th, 2006, M. Jean ASHTON of Bothwell in her 90th year. Her husband Emerson predeceased in 1961. Born in Zone Township, a daughter of Andrew MARCUS and Maude GOODYEAR, she is dearly loved and sadly missed by daughter Cheryl LINDSAY and husband Clare, son Wayne and wife Theresa all of Clachan; sisters Doris PRICE also of Clachan, Betty (Ross) BEAMISH of Bothwell, Eva RANKIN of Sombra and brother Harold (Vera) MARCUS of Bothwell; dear grandmother to Scott LINDSAY (Teresa,) Steven ASHTON (Barb,) Stacey BROWE (Rob) and dear great-grandchildren Jessica and Nicholas. Jean was also predeceased by brother Louis MARCUS and sister Alta MARCUS. Friends may call at the Rodney Chapel on Friday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where service will be held on Saturday at 1: 30 p.m. with Annalee KERR officiating. Interment McLean Cemetery. If desired, donations to Bothwell United Church or Four Counties Health Services would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Padfield Funeral Homes (519 785-0810). Online condolences may be left at www.padfieldfuneralhome.com

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BEAMISH o@ca.on.peterborough.north_monaghan.peterborough.the_peterborough_examiner 2006-03-04 published
LUCKHURST, W.A. "Bert"
It is with immense sadness that we announce Bert's passing after coming to a long fought agreement with cancer. Loyal and devoted husband of Joy. Cherished Father and hero of Gayle (Doug WILSON) and Shawn (Heather.) Treasured Grandad of Brogan and Dakin WILSON and Kieren and Rowan LUCKHURST. He will be forever remembered for his warm smile, his quick wit and his enormous strength and courage. Visitation will be held at Kaye Funeral Home "Memorial Chapel", 539 George St. N., Sunday, March 5 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service Monday, March 6, 11 a.m. Sincere thanks to Red Cross Homemakers, Victorian Order of Nurses, Dr. John BEAMISH and the Palliative Nurses for their superior care. If so desired donations will be gratefully accepted by the K.R.H.C. Oncology Dept or the Canadian Red Cross.

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BEAMISH o@ca.on.peterborough.north_monaghan.peterborough.the_peterborough_examiner 2006-03-20 published
CONWAY, Margaret▼ " Lynn▼" (née SHIELD)
Customer Service Worker, Kentucky Fried Chicken.
Peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit, on March 19, 2005 in her 51st year. Lynn, beloved wife of Dan and daughter of Jacqueline and the late Douglas SHIELD. Loving sister of Sandra WAUGH (Keremeos, British Columbia) and aunt of Trevor. Dear cousin of Paul O'DONNELL (wife Diane.▼) Long▼ time friend of Sue JUNKIN (late husband Kit) and Godmother of Stacey, Ashleigh and Michael. Lynn will also be missed by her brothers in law, Greg and Stephen CONWAY and many other relatives and Friends. Family and Friends will be received at the Comstock Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 356 Rubidge Street, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday March 22, 2006 at 1: 30 p.m., Reverend Canon J. Michael A. WRIGHT officiating. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Hospice Peterborough would be gratefully acknowledged. A special thanks to the many dear Friends that have seen us through this difficult journey, to the nursing staff at Palliative Care for their excellent care, and to Doctor BEAMISH for his kind attention throughout the years.

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BEAMISH o@ca.on.peterborough.north_monaghan.peterborough.the_peterborough_examiner 2006-03-22 published
CONWAY, Margaret▲ " Lynn▲" (née SHIELD)
Customer Service Worker, Kentucky Fried Chicken.
Peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit, on March 19, 2006 in her 51st year. Lynn, beloved wife of Dan and daughter of Jacqueline and the late Douglas SHIELD. Loving sister of Sandra WAUGH (Keremeos, British Columbia) and aunt of Trevor. Dear cousin of Paul O'DONNELL (wife Diane.▲) Long▲ time friend of Sue JUNKIN (late husband Kit) and Godmother of Stacey, Ashleigh and Michael. Lynn will also be missed by her brothers in law, Greg and Stephen Conway and many other relatives and Friends. Family and Friends will be received at the Comstock Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 356 Rubidge Street, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday March 22, 2006 at 1: 30 p.m., Reverend Canon J. Michael A. WRIGHT officiating. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Hospice Peterborough would be gratefully acknowledged. A special thanks to the many dear Friends that have seen us through this difficult journey, to the nursing staff at Palliative Care for their excellent care, and to Doctor BEAMISH for his kind attention throughout the years.

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BEAMISH o@ca.on.simcoe_county.nottawasaga.stayner.stayner_sun 2006-04-05 published
WILSON, John Wallace
In Memory Of John Wallace WILSON January 27, 2006
The wife and family of John Wallace WILSON would like to sincerely thank our caring family, Friends and neighbours for their kindness and support during the sad loss of a dear husband and father. A heartfelt thanks goes to Wallace's sister Phyllis and her husband Walter POWER and his brother Robb and his wife Lily and their daughters Val and Joan for their never-ending dedication and support to the family, over the past 9 years. Special thanks and appreciation to those who gave beautiful flowers, generous donations to the Hospice Georgian Triangle and the General and Marine Hospital, thoughtful cards, and kind messages of sympathy. Many thanks goes to Doctor D. WATKIN and Doctor T. KATAI for their caring and compassion and many house calls over the years and Marjori of Majors Pharmacy whose help was always appreciated and also the kind nurses at Collingwood General and Marine Hospital who helped us in our loss. We would like to thank all those who were able to attend the visitation and the funeral service and to recognize Wallace's life. Special thanks to those who contributed to the ceremony, Rev. Julia MORDEN, Rev. Lynda GRAHAM and Rev. Chris COSTEROUS for their kind ministrations and comforting service, George CLARKE for his compassionate words, Stacey WILSON for her inspiring verses, and Ruth CURRIE for her beautiful rendition of "Amazing Grace". Thank you also to the Red Cross and St. Elizabeth Homecare, especially Roberta SCHARUDA, Barb BEAMISH, and Yvonne WEBB for their wonderful care and support over the years, also the Hospice Georgian Triangle for their never-ending care of Wallace during his many visits, also Elizabeth GIBSON who was always there for us and was a great comfort to Wallace in his final days, also the McCartney Family, The House Family, and Donato Family with wonderful gifts of food. Not forgetting Franco "The Barber" who made house calls to cut Wallace's hair. The Ladies of Wasaga Beach Community Presbyterian church for the wonderful lunch they provided after the ceremony, our heartfelt thanks to everyone. Finally, our sincere thanks goes to Shawn and Paula DAVIDSON and the staff of Carruthers and Davidson Funeral Home for their professional, sensitive and personal service that helped us through this difficult time. "Rest in Peace". Sincerely, Ivy WILSON, John and Stacey WILSON, Wendy DOUGLAS/DOUGLASS.
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BEAMISH o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-05-08 published
MacMILLAN, Ross▲ Alexander▲
At Victoria Hospital, London, on Friday, May 5, 2006: Ross Alexander MacMILLAN, of Sarnia. Beloved husband of Gwen BEAMISH; much adored father of Robin, her fiancé Martin WILSON, son Bruce and his wife Ellen. Ross was a gentle, caring spirit, whose kindness and courtesy were appreciated by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Possessed of a constantly probing intellect, he was a true Renaissance man, with a wide range of talents and interests. Educated at Upper Canada College, the University of Toronto (P. Eng.), and the University of Michigan (M. Sc.), he was a longtime employee of Dow Chemical. A pioneer in computer science, Ross had the vision to see the potential of emerging computer applications. Ross was an avid environmentalist and active in Lambton Wildlife. A connoisseur of classical music, he was tireless in promoting music in Sarnia, first through weekly radio broadcasts, and later through his involvement with the Library Concert Series and the Sarnia Concert Association. Ross was a proud World War 2 Royal Canadian Air Force veteran. He trained in Canada on Tiger Moths and Harvards, and later saw combat in Europe flying Hurricanes and Spitfires as a member of the elite 441 Squadron. After the War, he continued his love of flying as a sailplane pilot, setting several long distance soaring records. Ross was also an enthusiastic scuba diver in the early years of the sport. With a gift for words and an admiration of fine literature, Ross had recently discovered the pleasure of writing young people's fiction. Predeceased by his parents Sir Ernest and Lady Elsie MacMILLAN, and by his brother Keith MacMILLAN, all of Toronto. Memorial donations may be made to either: Sir Ernest MacMillan Memorial Foundation, c/o Scotiatrust, 1 Adelaide Street East, 4th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M5C 2W8, e-mail: amy.loh@scotiatrust.com, tel: 416-361-4014, or Lambton Wildlife, P.O. Box 681, Sarnia, Ontario N7T 7J7, www.lambtonwildlife.com. Visitation at the Stewart Funeral Home, 254 George Street, Sarnia, Tuesday 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-4 p.m. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Ross' life will be announced at a later date. Messages of sympathy may be expressed to the family at condolences@stewartfuneralhome.ca.

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BEAMISH o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-10-20 published
FLEMING/FLEMMING, Donald James Cheal, D.F.C., B.Sc. Metallurgy Queen's, B.A. History Trent, P.Eng.
Died at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Hospital Drive on October 18, 2006 in his 84th year. Beloved and devoted husband of Margaret for 57 years. Loving and supportive father and inspiration for James FLEMING/FLEMMING (Carol) and Pamela McKENDRICK (Stuart.) Proud grandfather of Douglas McKENDRICK, Sonja STOREY- FLEMING/FLEMMING, Emily MCKENDRICK, Laura STOREY- FLEMING/FLEMMING and Brian STOREY- FLEMING/FLEMMING. Donald served during World War 2 in the Royal Canadian Air Force Bomber Command, Royal Air Force Squadron 103, and was recently inducted into the Canadian Hall of Valour. After returning from the war, Donald earned an engineering degree at Queen's which led to a challenging career in metallurgy. While at Queen's he met Margaret, the love of his life. He was a member of the Avro Arrow engine design team and a pioneer in Canadian Nuclear Power at G.E. Canada. He was a member and Past President of the Fortnightly Club, and of Peterborough United Services Institute, member Probus Club of Peterborough and served on the Peterborough Public Library Board for many years. Donald was a life-long learner and avid historian, who earned his degree in History during retirement. He enjoyed extensive world travel, bridge, theatre and, in former years, skiing and sailing. Special thanks to Doctor John BEAMISH for his exceptional compassion and care in recent years and to the staff of the Intensive Care Unit for bringing comfort to Donald during his stay in hospital. A funeral will be held at Saint_John's Anglican Church, 99 Brock Street, Peterborough at 2: 00 p.m. on Monday, October 23rd with visitation one hour prior to the service. The Venerable Gordon FINNEY and Archdeacon Keith McKEAN will officiate. Interment to follow at Little Lake Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, if so desired, donations in memory of Donald may be made to Trent University.

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BEAMISH o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-12-09 published
HANNAY, Hilda▲ Mabel▲ (née BEAMISH)
Wife of Doctor Christopher L. HANNAY, passed away in her 91st year, on December 7th, 2006 at the McCormick Home, London, Ontario. Hilda HANNAY, born in Belleville, Ontario, being a descendent of United Empire Loyalists on both sides of her great-grandmother's parents. During Hilda's long and useful life, she attracted and held many Friendships by her fine traits. She loved home and family, and was ready at all times to assist in church and charitable work as a member of Saint_John the Evangelist Anglican Church, London, Ontario. Hilda was the daughter of Archdeacon George Ross BEAMISH and Mary Jessie (ACKERILL) BEAMISH of Belleville, Ontario.▲ She▲ is succeeded by: daughter Virginia M.L. HANNAY of London and her sons Matthew and Nicholas MIHLIK; daughter Doctor H. Julia HANNAY of Texas; and son Michael C.B. HANNAY of London, his wife Alison, their children James and Aurora, and his son Christopher HANNAY. The▲ funeral service will be conducted at the Church of Saint_John the Evangelist, 280 Saint_James St. at Wellington, London, on Monday, December 11 at 2: 00 p.m. Cremation will be followed by interment at Belleville Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the London Humane Society or McCormick Home would be gratefully acknowledged. (James A. Harris Funeral Home).

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BEAMISH o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-04-04 published
POPE, Harriett▲ (née PEYTON)
At Victoria Hospital, London on Saturday, April 1, 2006 at the age of 98 years. Formerly of Botwood, Newfoundland. Beloved wife of the late William POPE (1989.) Beloved mother of Marion LAVOIE of Brantford, David POPE (Barbara▲) of Burlington, Margaret BEAMISH (Frank▲) of Grand Bend, Muriel MacDONNELL (Stan▲) or Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia, Barbara GILLAN (Robert) of London. Randolph POPE of Mississauga, Ella KNIGHT of Bradford and Dorothy BALL of Markham. She is predeceased by her son William of Hespler and daughters Vera of Brantford and Lorraine and Alma. Harriett is survived by her 32 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, and several great-great-grandchildren. Friends will be recieved at the Beckett-Glaves Family Funeral Centre, 88 Brant Avenue, Brantford, 519-752-4331 on Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. A funeral service will be held In the Chapel on Wednesday at 1 p.m. lnterment to follow Mt. Hope Cemetery. Donations may be made in Hariette's memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice. A tree will be planted in memory of Harriett in the Beckett-Glaves Memorial Forest. www.beckettglaves.com

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BEAN o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2006-10-25 published
YOUNG, Gregory Gordon “Hoss&rdquo
Passed away at his home in Meaford on Tuesday, October 24, 2006. Gregory “Hoss” YOUNG, in his 46th year. son of the late Alvin and Shirley (TINDALE) YOUNG. Brother of Alva (Art) FITZSIMMONS of Meaford; Barbara BEAN of Kingston; Judy (Brian) REID of Cumberland, British Columbia; Tom (Shannon) YOUNG of Owen Sound; Deb (Wade) WALL of Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta.; John (Karin) YOUNG of Meaford. Brother-in-law of Bert FOX of Trenton. Sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews and dear friend Merry MOORE and family. Predeceased by one sister Kate FOX. A memorial service will be held at The Gardiner-Wilson Funeral Home, Meaford, on Saturday, October 28th at 10: 00 a.m. Interment, Lakeview Cemetery, Meaford. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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BEAN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-05-29 published
BEAN, Dora Susan Lorain (née BAKER)
Died peacefully in Guelph on May 27, 2006 at the age of 91. She is the wife of the late Air Vice Marshal Wilfrid W. BEAN and the mother of Peter (Anthea) of Ottawa, Audrey (John KNOWLES) of Montreal, Frances (Bill PRESTON) of Saranac Lake, New York, grandmother to David and Jeffrey, sons of Peter BEAN, and great-grandmother to Ayden, daughter of David. Lorain was the daughter of the late Seymour Creighton BAKER and Mildred Farish BAKER of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, and the sister of the late Victor Farish BAKER and G.W. Courtland BAKER. She is survived by her brother Charles Creighton BAKER of La Jolla, California. Born and raised in Yarmouth, Lorain BAKER graduated from Miss Wheelock's Normal School in Boston and taught school in Pinehurst, North Carolina before marrying Wilfrid BEAN in 1941. Throughout her life, she was a vital presence in the community, always enthusiastically supporting those around her and bringing her special Maritime warmth and zest to all she did. The family extends warm thanks to the staff of Robertson Brown Health Services, the staff of the Village at Riverside Glen, to private caregivers, and to Andrew Hall, all of whom made Lorain BEAN's recent years so much easier. Funeral services will be held at St. George's Anglican Church, 99 Woolwich Street, at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 31, 2006, followed by a reception in Mitchell Hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. George's Anglican Church (Guelph) or to a favorite charity.

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BEAN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-05-31 published
PARTON, Doris Selena (née HILL)
Age 95, of Greenwood Court, Stratford and formerly of Toronto passed away at her residence on Tuesday, May 30, 2006. Born in Goderich, she was the daughter of the late Hugh and Selena BEAN) HILL. Doris was an active member of The Church of St. Leonard in Toronto. She was an active golfer and curler at the Lambton Golf and Curling Club and was a former President of the Canadian Women's Golf Association. Beloved wife of Clare PARTON who predeceased her on June 19, 1983. Dear sister of Norma HAZLITT of Bluewater Nursing Home, Zurich. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and Friends. Besides her husband and parents, she was predeceased by sisters Hazel FEAGAN, Olive BEACHLER, Irene DUCKWORTH all of the Goderich area. Relatives and Friends may call at Greenwood Court Chapel, 90 Greenwood Drive, Stratford on Friday, June 2, 2006 from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. John PATTERSON, Pastoral Care Coordinator of Greenwood Court will officiate. Interment will be in Colborne Cemetery, Goderich. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to The Church of St. Leonard, 25 Wanless Avenue, Toronto M4N 1V5, Greenwood Court or a charity of one's choice through the Heinbuck Funeral Home, 156 Albert Street, Stratford at 1-519-271-5062.

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BEAR o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-01-12 published
KNIGHT, William Alfred " Alf" (1924-2006)
It is with great sorrow, that the family announces Alf's passing on Friday, January 6th, 2006, after an extremely courageous five year battle with cancer. He departed this world at home in Brantford with his family at his bedside. Beloved husband of 61 years to Edith (BEAR) KNIGHT, loving father of Lynda JACKSON and cherished father-in-law of Bruce, all of Brantford. He is survived by his sister Madeline CATLING of Woodstock. Also remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his great uncle Alfred Edwin PRIEST (1937,) his mother Emma Maud KNIGHT (1978) and his father William Doleman KNIGHT (1983.) Alf was a Tool Maker at Taylor Electric, London, and Timkin Roller Bearings, Saint Thomas. He was also a 25-year employee of Massey Ferguson in Woodstock and Brantford as a draftsman, tool designer and Process Technician. During his second career, later in life, Alf served the Ontario Government from 1984 to 1998 as a Court Constable, Sheriff's Deputy and a Court Services Officer. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London (433-5184) where the funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, January 14th at 1: 30 p.m. with Reverend Teresa CORRIGAN of the Church of the Epiphany officiating. Interment in Bostwick Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations would be appreciated to the charity of your choice. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

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BEAR o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-10-12 published
KNIGHT, Edith Mary " Ede" (née BEAR)
It is with great sadness that her daughter announces Ede's passing, after a brief and unexpected battle with cancer, on October 3rd, 2006. She passed away at the Brantford General Hospital with her daughter and son-in-law by her side. Ede is the beloved wife of the late Alf KNIGHT (2006.) She is survived by her loving daughter Lynda JACKSON and her husband Bruce and her only surviving sibling Doris KENNEDY. Predeceased by her parents Charles (1956) and Alice (1938) BEAR; her brothers and sisters Charles (1971,) Emma Liley (1988), Frederick (1989), Leonard (1993), Alice Liley (1993,) Walter (1994,) Gertrude SMALLMAN (1994,) Kathleen DELVES (2002) and an infant brother. She will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and Friends. In her younger years, Ede worked in various factories in London, Ontario, O Pee Chee Gum, McCormick's Biscuits, Kelvinator, General Steel Wares (on war work) and Natures. She also bowled on a team for Taylor Electric. Ede was a member of the Chancel Guild for many years at the Church of the Epiphany, London and for over forty years at Saint Mark's Anglican Church, Brantford. She was a creative seamstress/dressmaker providing most of the clothing for herself and her daughter, as well as items for church bazaars and an avid and talented gardener for most of her life. After the age of 65, Ede studied oil painting, which was one of her lifelong dreams, and became an excellent and prolific painter. Friends will be received at the Beckett-Glaves Family Funeral Centre, 88 Brant Ave., Brantford on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at Saint Mark's Anglican Church, 155 Memorial Drive, Brantford on Friday at 1: 00 p.m. The Venerable James SUTTON Officiating. Interment to follow at Bostwick Cemetery, London. Donations to the Brantford Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals would be appreciated. A tree will be planted in memory of Ede in the Beckett-Glaves Memorial Forest. www.beckettglaves.com

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BEARD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-03-21 published
BEARD, Edward C. " Eddie"
At Parkwood Hospital London on Monday, March 20, 2006. Edward C. "Eddie" BEARD of London in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of Doris (FRASER) BEARD. Dear father of Ted BEARD and his wife Jane of Montreal, Donna BLAISDELL of Plymouth, Massachusetts, Janet LANKTREE and her husband George of Burlington, Bob BEARD and his wife Judi of Vancouver and Michael CHISHOLM and his wife Linda of Mississauga. Dear brother of Nessie O'HARA and her husband Bob, Dede BEARD all of Montreal, and Bert BEARD and his wife Lena of Calgary. Also loved by his grandchildren, Kimberley and Matthew, Benjamin, Nicholas, Kurtis and Deren and his great-grand_son David. Missed also by many aunts, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Funeral service will be held at the Salvation Army, London Westminster Park Corps, 1190 Southdale Road East, London on Thursday, March 23rd at 1: 30 p.m. Cremation with inurnment of cremated remains in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army London Westminster Park Corps Building Fund, 1190 Southdale Road East, London Ontario N6E 1B2 or the Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex, 555 Southdale Road, East, Suite 100, London, Ontario N6E 1A2. On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca

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BEARD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-04-05 published
MATSUMOTO, Tatsuo
Peacefully at home on April 3, 2006, Tatsuo MATSUMOTO, of London in his 66th year. Beloved husband of Peggy MATSUMOTO (née LABELLE.) Loving brother of Micki SUZUKI (John), Jim MATSUMOTO (Youngkak), Shizue MATSUMOTO, Tom MATSUMOTO (Judy), Tokio MATSUMOTO (Rosemary) and Sue BEARD (Leonard.) He will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews as well as Peggy's family. Visitation will be held in the Needham Funeral Home (520 Dundas St.) on Thursday from 7-9 p.m., where the complete funeral service will be held on Friday April 7th, 2006 at 1 p.m. Cremation to follow. Donations in memory of Tatsuo to the Canadian Liver Foundation would be appreciated. Tributes may be left at www.mem.com

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BEARD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-10-04 published
BEARD, Maxine P. (née JACKSON)

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BEARD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-11-27 published
EMERY, Irene▼ (née BEARD)
Peacefully at Saint Michael's Hospital on Friday, November 24, 2006 at the age of 87. Cherished mother of Karen and John. Loving grandmother of Derek, Christopher, and Myles. Dear aunt of Linda, Mary, Gwenda, Colly, and Gillian. A service in memory of Irene will be held in the Chapel of the Morley Bedford Funeral Home, 159 Eglinton Avenue West (2 lights west of Yonge Street), on Wednesday at 12: 00 noon. Please join the family for a reception following. Donations to the Heart and Stroke foundation would be gratefully appreciated.

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BEARD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-11-28 published
EMERY, Irene▲ (née BEARD)
Peacefully at Saint Michael's Hospital on Friday, November 24, 2006 at the age of 87. Cherished mother of Karen and John. Loving grandmother of Derek, Christopher, and Myles. Dear aunt of Linda, Mary, Gwenda, Colly, and Gillian. A service in memory of Irene will be held in the Chapel of the Morley Bedford Funeral Home, 159 Eglinton Avenue West (2 lights west of Yonge Street), on Wednesday at 12: 00 noon. Please join the family for a reception following. Donations to the Heart and Stroke foundation would be gratefully appreciated.

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BEARE o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2006-11-10 published
BLACKLOCK, Bruce Robert
Passed away suddenly on Wednesday November 8, 2006 while playing the great Canadian game of Hockey. Bruce Robert BLACKLOCK age 48 years of Corunna. Loving husband and best friend of Wendy. Dear father of Logan TRIMBLE at home, Stephanie and Jamie BLACKLOCK of Owen Sound. Also survived by; his father, Cliff BLACKLOCK and his wife Leora of Ferndale; his brother Dan BLACKLOCK and his wife Nancy of Port Elgin; his sister, Marie BLACKLOCK of Scarborough; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Tom and Bonnie FIELD of Pike Bay; sisters-in-law Kathy FIELD of Hamilton and Malinda BEARE of Owen Sound; his children's mother, Lori JOHNS of Owen Sound and by several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephew and cousins. Predeceased by his mother Norma BLACKLOCK. Bruce enjoyed enduro racing at Delaware Speedway driving his #35, he worked at the Lambton Generating Station in the coal yard as a mechanical maintainer and was a member of the Moore Optimist Club. Friends will be received at the Knight Funeral Home 588 St. Clair Parkway, Corunna on Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. were the funeral service will be held at 1: 30 p.m. Sunday with Rev. Bob WHALLS officiating. Cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy Friends who wish may send memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Canadian Cancer Society. Knight 519-862-2845
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BEARFOOT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-06-03 published
BEARFOOT, Raymond Harold
Peacefully and with family by his side at London Health Sciences Centre on Thursday, June 1, 2006, Raymond Harold BEARFOOT in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of the late June BEARFOOT, loving father of Bill BEARFOOT and his wife Sharron. Cherished gramps to Laura and Bob JOYNT, Shannon and Matt LIPSKEY, Kim and Jeff MacDONALD and Robin and John DRAPER. Also a very special great-poppa to Jake LIPSKEY and Jill DRAPER. Special thanks to Doctor Kirk HAMILTON for his exceptional support and care over the years. Cremation has taken place. Ray's family will receive Friends at a graveside memorial service at a later date at Red Bay cemetery. Ray will rest beside his late wife June in Red Bay - his true home - to enjoy the Lake Huron sunsets every single day. Expressions of sympathy and donations (Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Terry Fox Foundation) would be greatly appreciated and may be made through London Cremation Services, 672-0459 or online at www.londoncremation.com.

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BEARG o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2006-11-15 published
KATES, Ruth
Devoted mother of Robert KATES and Joanne KATES. Loving grandmother of Mara, Avra, Max and Benjamin. Sister of Gerrie BEARG and the late Morris GROSS. Funeral at Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel (2401 Steeles Avenue West) Thursday, November 16 at 10 a.m.

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BEARG o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2006-02-03 published
DOWNER, Eric de Courcy
(Fighter Pilot World War 2, avid golfer and curler, member of Scarboro Golf Club and Tam Heather)
Suddenly on Wednesday, February 1, 2006 at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre with his family by his side. Loving husband of Vera for 60 years. Loved father of Lesley BRIDGER (Barry,) Robert E., and Lori ADDERLEY (Jim.) Devoted grandfather of Jason (Tara) and Brad BRIDGER, Megan and Vicki ADDERLEY. Great-grandfather to Maia BRIDGER. Survived by his sister Elsie BEARG. Friends may call at the "Scarborough Chapel" of McDougall and Brown, 2900 Kingston Road (east of St. Clair Ave. E.) on Sunday, February 5 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Monday, February 6, 2006 at 1 p.m. Interment Pine Hills Cemetery. In memory of Eric, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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BEARMAN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2006-04-21 published
CUDMORE, Robert " Bob"
A resident of Tillsonburg and formerly of Fergus passed away at the Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, April 18, 2006 at the age of 89. Born in Thamesville son of the late George Albert and Eliza (BEARMAN) CUDMORE. Robert was a Veteran of World War 2 in the Lincoln and Welland Regiment and participated in the Liberation of Holland. Beloved husband of Jean (MILLER) CUDMORE of Tillsonburg. Loving father of Carol and Milan LEMAICH of Alymer and Nancy CUDMORE of Toronto. Cherished grandfather of Bradley M. LEMAICH and Leanne LEMAICH both of Tillsonburg, and great-grandfather of Justine LEMAICH. Dear brother of Burton and Florence CUDMORE of R.R.# 3 Thamesville. Predeceased by brothers Russell and Charles CUDMORE and a sister Mary FLOCKHART. The CUDMORE family will receive Friends at the John C. Badder Funeral Home, 72 Victoria Street, Thamesville on Saturday, April 22, 2006 from 9: 30 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11: 00 a.m. with Rev. Richard JONES of Saint_Johns Anglican Church, Tillsonburg officiating. Interment Mayhew-Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Thamesville. Donations may be made at the funeral home by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society. On-Line condolences may be left for the family at our website www.badderfuneralhome.com. "A tree will be planted in Memory of Robert CUDMORE in the Badder and Robinson Memorial Forest, Mosa Twp."

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