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BLAISE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2008-03-14 published
WHITCOMBE, Leila▲ May▲
Peacefully at Copernicus Lodge, on Wednesday, March 12, 2008, at the age of 93. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Reverend W.S. WHITCOMBE, and infant son John. Proud mother of Margaret PROCTER, Beth MILLS, Mark and Philip WHITCOMBE; mother-in-law of Bob MILLS, Cathy WHITCOMBE and Myriam PAREDES- BLAISE. Loving grandmother of Alison and Ken SILLS; Andrea▲ PROCTER and Jamie SKIDMORE; Jessica, Tom and Will MILLS; Anne and Dan BLAYNEY, and Gillian WHITCOMBE Evan and Gabriel CAMERON, and Felipe and Melissa HUMANA- PAREDES. Doting great-grandmother of Laine and Paige SILLS and Leila PROCTER. Lovingly remembered by her extended family and Friends. Former Co-ordinator of Reading with the East York Board of Education. Friends may call at the Turner and Porter Funeral Home, 436 Roncesvalles Ave. (at Howard Park), on Sunday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Turner and Porter Chapel on Monday, March 17, 2008 at 1 p.m. Private family interment Pine Hills Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Alzheimer Society or Canadian National Institute for the Blind. "And now abideth faith, hope and love, these three; but the greatest of these is love."

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BLAKE o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-02-04 published
COULSON, Marion Janet (née MILROY)
In loving memory of Marion Janet COULSON (née MILROY,) 97 years, who passed away on Friday, February 1, 2008 at Saint_Joseph's Health Centre, Sudbury, surrounded by loving family. Marion leaves a rich legacy of faith, love, and caring for her family. Beloved wife of George Elgin COULSON, (predeceased 1982.) Loving mother of Ron (Donna) and Jim (Linda) of Burlington, Janet MARTINDALE (Bob) of Sudbury, Tooti BLAKE (Glenn LEWIS) of Little Current, Pat HAWES (Greg GIVENS) of Chatsworth, and Sherwood (Kendria) of Timmins. Cherished Grandma to Jody (Liz), Andy (Kathy), Cheryl (Kathy,) Jenny MARTINDALE (Jim LITTLE,) David MARTINDALE (Erika,) Kate BLAKE (Ben HOWE), Sara ALLAIR (Kevin), Brent BLAKE (Martina), Amy HAWES (Al PETERSON), Kyle HAWES (Tara), Julie LANDRY (Bobby), Taylor, Laura, and Alex. Adored G.G. to Kyle and Michael ALLAIR, Thomas and James COULSON, Sam and Quinn HOWE, Liam, Mason, and Jonah HAWES, Ewan and Isaac PETERSON, Finley and Riley LITTLE, and Aidan and Amelia BLAKE. Dear daughter of William and Mary MILROY (predeceased.) Dear sister to Edward (Lydia,) Jean Ellis (Hugh,) and Harvey, all predeceased. Sister-in-law to Mary ANDERSON (Jack) (predeceased.) Survived by sister-in-law Marjorie MILROY. Loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Marion was born in Galt (Cambridge) on October 23, 1910. She married George in 1939 and they settled on the Coulson family farm in Lowville, Ontario. In 1969 Marion and George sold the farm and moved north to Fox Lake Lodge, northwest of Sudbury, where they thrived on a wilderness lifestyle for many years. Subsequently, Marion resided in Durham, Burlington, Ayr, and Chatsworth. Family and Friends are invited to visit at the McKersie-Kocher Funeral Home, 114 Main Street, Milton 905-878-4452 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday. The funeral service will be held at Lowville United Church 5800 Guelph Line (at Britannia Rd.) on Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at 2: 00 p.m. Interment to follow in the Church cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to “Sleeping Children Around the World”, Marion's favourite charity, founded by her dear cousin Murray DRYDEN. Letters of condolence may be left for the family at www.mckersie-kocher.ca

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BLAKE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-02-28 published
LINFIELD, William John " Bill"
During a gallant battle against prostate cancer at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital on Monday, February 25, 2008. William John "Bill" LINFIELD of Bluewater, R.R.#1 Varna, in his 68th year. Dear husband and closest friend of Linda "Lindy" (BLAKE) LINFIELD. Beloved and loving "Dad" to Leslie LINFIELD and her husband Robin GREEN of Nepean and to Hayley LINFIELD and her husband Scott COWAN of Toronto. Proud "Grandpa" of Charlie and Wes COWAN and Danica GREEN. Brother of Jerald (Lois) LINFIELD of Newmarket, Brian (Mary) LINFIELD of Toronto, Brent LINFIELD of Saint Thomas. Lovingly remembered by several nieces, nephews and cousins. Cremation has taken place. It was Bill's wish that there be no funeral service, however, Friends will be received at the McCallum and Palla Funeral Home, Cambria Rd. at East St. Goderich on Saturday, March 1st from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make a donation in Bill's memory to his favourite charity The Nature Conservancy of Canada or The Ausable-Bayfield Conservation Foundation or the charity of your choice. Spring interment of ashes will take place at Colborne Cemetery. Friends may sign the book of condolences at www.mccallumpalla.ca

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BLAKE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-04-04 published
BLAKE, Michael " Mike" S.
Peacefully and surrounded by his loving family at London Health Sciences Centre - Victoria Hospital Campus on Tuesday April 1, 2008. Michael "Mike" S. BLAKE of R.R.#1, Woodstock in his 67th year. Beloved husband of 42 years to M.H. Lee (née HODGES) BLAKE. Dear father of Alison BLAKE- VERSAEVEL and her husband Mark of Beachville, Jay BLAKE and his wife Charlene of Woodstock. Loved grandfather of Nicolas and Mikayla BLAKE- VERSAEVEL and of Alexander and Lucas BLAKE. Brother of Nancy REID and her husband her husband David of Alberta and Christine BLAKE of Woodstock. Also survived by his niece Lindsay REID of Alberta. Predeceased by his parents Harry and Sarah BLAKE. Mike had been a longtime member of the Mercer Wilson Masonic Lodge, Woodstock Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons for over 42 years. As per Mike's request, cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions in memory of Mike may be made to the Oxford Lung Association, Victorian Order of Nurses Sakura House or any other charity of your choice and may be arranged through the Longworth Funeral Home, Woodstock, 519-539-0004. Online condolences at www.longworthfuneralhome.com

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BLAKE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-06-01 published
HARRISON, Eldridge "Al"
Peacefully at Bluewater Health Palliative Care on Friday, May 30, 2008 Eldridge HARRISON age 77 of Sarnia formerly of Cascapedia, Quebec. Beloved husband of the late Gloria (McWHIRTER) HARRISON (2006.) Loving father of Brenda (Steve) FIRTH of Armstrong, British Columbia and Bob HARRISON of Mooretown. Cherished grandfather of Brittany and Daytona HARRISON. Loving brother of Conrad (Donna) HARRISON of London, Ontario and Oliver (Sue) HARRISON of Houston, Texas. Survived by brother-in-law Bob (Gisele) McWHIRTER of New Richmond, Quebec, several nieces and nephews including Linda BLAKE of Oshawa, Nancy (Peter) MAHER of Calgary, Ian (Judy) BROWN of Sarnia, Lorie and Tracy HARRISON of London and Oliver and Steven HARRISON of Texas. Predeceased by his parents Eddie and Bernice HARRISON. Al was a Steam Engine Fireman and Engineer with C.N. and Via Rail and was active in the Railroad Pensioners Association, Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Temple Baptist Church. The funeral service will be held on Monday, June 2, 2008 at Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia at 2: 00 p.m. The Interment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery. Family and Friends will be received at Smith Funeral Home on Sunday afternoon from 1: 00 until 4:00 p.m. only. In lieu of flowers sympathy may be expressed through donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.smithfuneralhome.ca

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BLAKE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-06-27 published
BLAKE, Gladys Eileen
A resident of Wallaceburg, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26, 2008 in her 91st year. Gladys is the daughter of the late Clayton and Charlotte (DRUER) BROWN and John EVANS. Beloved wife of the late Michael C. BLAKE (January 2000.) Loving mother and mother-in-law of Michael BLAKE of McGregor, Gary and Donna of Bayfield, Fred and Myrna BLAKE of Wallaceburg and Judy BLAKE and William THIELENS of Wallaceburg. Dear grandmother of Michael BLAKE Jr. and Laurie CAMPBELL, Mary and Tony PICCININ, Christopher and Siobhan BLAKE, Kari Lynn BLAKE and Ron KIRKORIAN, Mark BLAKE and Nancy, Cindy and Paul CONTE, Ryan and Denise BLAKE and Dawn and Dan TOMS and 12 great-grandchildren. Grandmother-in-law of Bonny BUTLER. Sister-in-law of Bella BROWN and brother of the late Fred BROWN. Friends may call at the Haycock-Cavanagh Funeral Home, 409 Nelson Street in Wallaceburg from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Friday. Parish Prayers will be at 7 p.m. The Funeral Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated by Fr. Phillip JOSEPH at Our Lady Help of Christians Church on Saturday, June 28 at 11 a.m. The interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery. If desired, remembrances to the Magnetic Resonance Imager Campaign or the Canadian National Institute for the Blind may be left at the funeral home. 519.627.3231. E-mail condolences may be sent to gblake@cavanaghfuneralhome.ca

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BLAKE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-01-19 published
BLAKE, Edith M. (née JURBIN,) LL.B.
Daughter of the late Misha and Manya JURBIN, mother of Brenda (Arve) and Michael, beloved Bubbie of Tristan, Zak and Josh, loved sister of Anne (Murray), Morty and the late Goldie, special aunt, friend and mentor to many who miss her.
The family would like to thank everyone for their generous support and love through this difficult time.
A bright flame has been extinguished.

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BLAKE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-04-30 published
MERCER, Mary F. (née DUNFIELD)
Born September 13, 1919, Winnipeg, Manitoba, passed away April 26, 2008 in Kelowna, British Columbia at the age of 88. Long time resident of Kelowna and formerly of Langley and Vancouver, British Columbia. Predeceased by her husband William M. MERCER who passed away August 30, 1961; twin brother John DUNFIELD; sister Pat RUTHERFORD and brother Neil DUNFIELD. Survived by six children Anne MERCER of Powell River, British Columbia; Janet MERCER of Kelowna, British Columbia; John MERCER (Doreen) of Langley, British Columbia; Peg MERCER of Vancouver, British Columbia; Heather WHEATING (Bryon) of Powell River, British Columbia; Robert MERCER of Kelowna, B.C.. Also survived by nine grandchildren Norah BAUMAN/BOWMAN, Matthew (Saori) WHEATING, Vanessa (Chris) BLAKE, Leah WHEATING, Graham WHEATING, Meghan BRAEM, Jennifer BRAEM, Jason BERGER, Amber MERCER and three great-grandchildren Donavan, Camille and Hugo. A Memorial Service will be held at 2: 00 p.m. Saturday May 10, 2008 at First United Church, 721 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, Reverend Karen Medland officiating. Cremation. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com. Arrangements in care of First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, B.C.

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BLAKE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-05-17 published
MICKELER, Gustav
Passed away peacefully at home on May 16, 2008. Gustav will be sadly missed by his wife Hildegard. Loving father to his son Martin and his wife Kathy, his daughter Marion and husband George BLAKE. Proud grandfather of Stephen, Sarah, Emily and Adam.
The family will receive Friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home (28 Old Kingston Road Ajax - (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488) on Sunday May 18 from 7: 00-9:00 p.m. Funeral service held in the chapel on Monday May 19 at 10: 30 a.m. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Rouge Valley Health System (Ajax) would be appreciated by the family.
A book of condolence can be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca

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BLAKE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2008-03-11 published
McPHERSON, Isabel
Peacefully at North York General Hospital on Monday, March 10, 2008 in her 93rd year. Loving sister of the late Mary HALLIDAY and beloved best friend of the late Mary BLAKE. Loving aunt of Frank and his wife Donna, James and his wife Heather, and Bill and his wife Rita. Isabel will be missed sadly by her nephews and nieces Brenda (Steve), Jason (Kelley), Ashley, Derek, Tammy and Colin, and by great-nephews and nieces Crystal, Chantelle, Johnny, Justin, Hailey, Tiffany and Skye, and by great-great-nephews and nieces Cowen, Jayden and Rylen. Friends may call at the Jerrett Funeral Home, 6191 Yonge Street, North York (2 lights south of Steeles) on Tuesday from 6-9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel on Wednesday at 1 p.m. Interment York Cemetery.

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BLAKE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2008-07-25 published
BLAKE, Nicole Elyse
Daughter of Alan and Joanne BLAKE and sister to Laura BLAKE died on July 22, 2008 in the wonderful care of nurses, staff and family at the Hospital for Sick Children. She was the loving grandchild of Gladys and Alexander BLAKE and Eric and Maisie JOHNSTON. Adoring cousin to Lorraine. Cherished niece of Philip and Tracey, Rick and Lori, and Victor and Jeff. A celebration of her life will take place at Jubilee United Church at 40 Underhill Drive M3A 2J5, on Monday, July 28, 2008, beginning at 7: 00 p.m. Flowers can be handled through our good friend Emily at Moonflower Florist 416-752-6444. Donations to Children's Wish Foundation 905-427-5353 and the Victorian Order of Nurses Hospice Program are appreciated.

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BLAKELEY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-04-10 published
ROSS, John A.
A resident of Dresden, formerly of R.R.#2 Florence passed away peacefully at the C.K.H.A. Sydenham Campus, Wallaceburg on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at the age of 89. Born in Camden Twp., son of the late Cecil and Cora (HOPPER) ROSS. Beloved husband of the late Winnifred (LIBERTY) ROSS (2000.) Loving father of Bonita "Bonnie" and Robert ELLIOT/ELLIOTT of R.R.#2 Florence, Lloyd and Lynn ROSS of New Liskeard, Larry ROSS of Glencoe, Douglas and Bonnie ROSS of Florence. Loving grandfather of 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Sadly missed by daughter-in-law Sandra ROSS of Bothwell. Dear brother of Helen MURRAY of Chatham. Also survived by sisters-in-law Alma ROSS of Chatham, Winnifred ROSS of R.R.#7 Thamesville, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by son Cecil ROSS (2003,) daughter-in-law Gabrielle ROSS (2007,) grandaughter Brea ROSS, sister Rita BLAKELEY, brothers Howard and Lloyd ROSS and brothers-in-law Hazen BLAKELEY and Jack MURRAY. The Ross Family will receive Friends at the John C. Badder Funeral Home, 72 Victoria St, Thamesville on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 1: 30 p.m. Interment Mayhew-Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Thamesville. Donations may be made at the funeral home by cheque to the Alzheimer's Society, Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences and donations may be left at our webstie www.badderfuneralhome.com "A tree will be planted in memory of John Ross in the Badder and Robinson Memorial Forest, Mosa Twp."

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BLAKEY o@ca.on.grey_county.artemesia.flesherton.the_flesherton_advance 2008-03-12 published
BLAKEY, Marjorie▼ Mae▼ (TALBOT)
At the Brampton Civic Hospital on Thursday, March 6, 2008 formerly of Maxwell in her 86th year Beloved wife of the late Fred BLAKEY. Loving mother of Clifford (Barbara) of Cranbrook, British Columbia, Wilfred▼ (Betty▼) of Kirkland Lake, Judy (Robert) FERGUSON of Brampton and Beverley (Jorgen) ORMSTRUP of Calgary, Alberta. Dear Sister of Mervyn (Marie) of Creemore and Maurice (Shirley) of Desboro. She will be loved and remembered by her grandchildren Kim, Kevin, Collin, Mercedes, Michael, Julie, Brenda and Robert and great-grandchildren Miranda, John, Bobby, Joshua and Nicholas. Pre-deceased by sister Melvina and brothers Bob, Delbert and Harris. Marjorie was an active member in the Maxwell Women's Institute, Anglican Church Women's League, Young at Heart Senior's Club and was the Assistant Post Mistress at the Maxwell Post Office (1976-1986). The family received Friends at the Fawcett Funeral Home, Flesherton, on Sunday, March 9 from 1-5 p.m. Service was held in the chapel on Monday at 1 p.m. Spring interment Maxwell Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Alzheimer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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BLAKEY o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-03-08 published
BLAKEY, Marjorie▲ Mae▲ (TALBOT)
At the Brampton Civic Hospital on Thursday, March 6, 2008, formerly of Maxwell in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Fred BLAKEY. Loving mother of Clifford (Barbara) of Cranbrook, British Columbia, Wilfred▲ (Betty▲) of Kirkland Lake, Judy (Robert) FERGUSON of Brampton and Beverley (Jorgen) ORMSTRUP of Calgary, Alberta. Dear Sister of Mervyn (Marie) of Creemore and Maurice (Shirley) of Desbro. She will be loved and remembered by her grandchildren Kim, Kevin, Collin, Mercedes, Michael, Julie, Brenda and Robert and great-grandchildren Miranda, John, Bobby, Joshua and Nicholas. Predeceased by sister Melvina and brothers Bob, Delbert and Harris. Marjorie was an active member in the Maxwell Women's Institute, Anglican Church Women's League, Young at Heart Seniors' Club and was the Assistant Post Mistress at the Maxwell Post Office (1976-1986). The family will receive Friends at the Fawcett Funeral Home, Flesherton, on Sunday, March 9, from 1: 00-5:00 p.m. Service will be held in the chapel on Monday at 1: 00 p.m. Spring interment Maxwell Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Alzheimer's Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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BLAKEY o@ca.on.manitoulin.howland.little_current.manitoulin_expositor 2008-01-30 published
Ethel CASE
In loving memory of Ethel CASE who died peacefully at the Manitoulin Health Centre on Saturday, January 26, 2008 at the age of 98.
Born in Manitowaning on November 2, 1909 to Matilda (née McMURRAY) and Henry McMULLEN. She has been a resident of Sandfield since 1947. She has always been very active in her community, an ardent church supporter, a long time member of Sandfield Women's Institute, and the Tehkummah Senior Triangle Club. Ethel loved going to Bingo. She had many talents, quilting, knitting, sewing, gardening, crocheting, and cooking. Ethel enjoyed several trips, seeing the east and west coast, Florida, Edmonton, and other points in Saskatchewan. Cherished husband William James CASE (predeceased 1965). Proud mother of six children: Burton (wife Audrey) CASE, Vilda (husband Ron) FETTERLY, Rex (wife Glory) CASE, William (wife Margaret predeceased) CASE, Marlene (husband Darrell) DEWAR, Dennis (wife Lynda) CASE. A Grandma with a special place in her heart for 19 grandchildren; Allison (Steven) CASE- BLAKEY, Jill (Mark) WOOD, Sally (Vince) BELLISSIMO, Lori (Dale) WIENS, Mark, Leanne, and Lisa FETTERLY, Sandra (Aeron) DOYLE, James (Laurie) CASE, Bradley (Colleen) CASE, Larry (Sue) CASE, Bartley (Raechell) CASE, Terry (Lori) CASE, Kelly (Kevin) HANER, Anita DEWAR (Cindy WATSON), Valerie (Mark) MUSSINGTON, Rodney (Amy) CASE, Ryan (Jodi) CASE, Melanie CASE and twenty two very special great grandchildren; Megham and Jared BLAKEY, Emily, Joshua and Ashley WOOD, Travis and Steven WIENS, Beth TURCOTT, Jeremy DUMAS, Christopher, Alexander & Aaron CASE, William and Evan CASE, Lindsay KELLER and Benjamin CASE, Aiden CASE, Alyssa and Alayna, Braedan and Brady CASE, Koral and Konnor HANER, Sydney & Ian MUSSINGTON, Jackson CASE, Anais DOYLE. Dear sister of Bertha CHATWELL of Owen Sound, Tessie HILL of Wikwemikong Nursing Home, sister-in-law Ethel VANHORN of Little Current. Predeceased by sisters Ella Mae McMULLEN and Ruby COULTIS. Predeceased by brothers Bill and Harry McMULLEN. Predeceased by several brothers and sisters-in-law. Loved by many nieces and nephews. Visitation was 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 Tuesday. Funeral Service is at 2 pm, Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at Island Funeral Home. Reverend Faye STEVENS officiating. Donations to Mindemoya Hospital Aux or to Fairview United Church would be appreciated. Burial in Hilly Grove Cemetery in the spring.

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BLAKEY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-05 published
BLAKEY, Betty (née WARD)
Peacefully, at People Care Nursing Home, on May 3, 2008 in her 88th year with her family at her side. Predeceased by her husband Ben BLAKEY. Beloved mom of Jim and Donna BLAKEY. Loving grandma to Nicole (Mike) and Megan (Ken). Will be sadly missed by her sister Helen (Paul) ZELINSKI. Will be missed by her 4 nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel, 1997 Dundas Street East (at Wavell) on Tuesday May 6, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be in the chapel on Wednesday May 7, 2008 at 11 a.m. Burial at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, in memory of Betty.

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BLAKEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2008-03-15 published
ALDRIDGE, Florence Shirley
Known better as Shirley ALDRIDGE, late of Oshawa, Ontario, passed away suddenly at Saint Michael's Hospital, Toronto on Friday, March 7, 2008. She is sadly missed by her devoted friend of fifty years, Cathy JOHNSTON, as well as by five nephews and nieces David ALDRIDGE, Marilyn (ALDRIDGE) SWAN, Leslie ALDRIDGE, Noreen (ALDRIDGE) WALMSLEY and Sharon (ALDRIDGE) NEWARK, eleven grand-nephews and nieces, and six great-grand-nephews and nieces and also sisters-in-law, Nancy (Mrs. Edward ALDRIDGE) and Sue (Mrs. Wesley ALDRIDGE). Shirley ALDRIDGE was the daughter of Edward Wesley ALDRIDGE and his wife Alice (née BLAKEY) who emigrated from England to Canada in 1921. She was predeceased by brothers Edward Wesley ALDRIDGE, Philip Leslie ALDRIDGE, Wesley Edward ALDRIDGE and a nephew Brian ALDRIDGE. Shirley was born August 4, 1928 and for over thirty years she worked for the Colgate Company on Carlaw Avenue in Toronto. She retired in 1988 and continued to live quietly with her friend Cathy enjoying the company of her ALDRIDGE family of nephews and nieces at frequent family gatherings, parties and Christmas events. She will be remembered for her gentle soul, her quiet sense of humour and a warm smile. Her last wish was to be cremated with immediate disposition and no services. Special thanks to the staff in both Coronary Care and Cardiology at Saint Michael's Hospital, Toronto.

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BLAKLEY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-19 published
BLAKLEY, Virginia Ann (HARRIS)
At Leisure World Oxford Nursing Home on Tuesday, March 18, 2008, with her family at her side, Virginia BLAKLEY formerly of Salford, in her 77th year. Dear mother of Linda (Harvey) GARDNER, Brian (Evelyn) FORSYTH, daughter-in-law Joyce FORSYTH of Saint Thomas, Thomas (Linda) BURWELL of Eastwood, Timothy (Mary) BURWELL, Terry (Mary) BURWELL, Trudy (Ross) GEE, Karen (Wade) PURDY all of Ingersoll, Teresa SMITH (Lonny,) Donna SCOTT (Jim) of Tillsonburg. Dear sister of Mildred (Clarence) BEHEE, Elma MEATHERALL of Saint Thomas, Also survived by 23 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, predeceased by her longtime partner Jack, her parents Clifford and Dorthea, her son Kenneth, 2 brothers Harold and Donald, one sister Doris. Virginia is Resting at Verhoeve Funeral Home, 262 Broadway, Tillsonburg, where family and Friends will be received on Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Complete Funeral Service to celebrate the life of Virginia Ann (HARRIS) BLAKLEY to be conducted on Thursday, March 20th, 2008 at 1 p.m. Spring Interment Delmer Cemetery. Memorial donations (payable by cheque) to the "Cancer Society" or any choice would be sincerely appreciated by the family (Verhoeve Funeral Home, Tillsonburg 519-842-4238).

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BLAKLEY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-08 published
DEVELTER, Agnes (née VANDENBILCKE)
Peacefully at Maple Manor Nursing Home on Tuesday, May 6, 2008, Agnes DEVELTER of Tillsonburg at the age of 82 years. Born in Westvleteren, W.F. Belgium on December 25, 1925. Dear daughter of the late Maurice VANDENBILCKE and the late former Madeleine PAPERSTRAETE. Loving wife and best friend of 59 years to Gustaf DEVELTER. Dear mother and mother-in-law of George DEVELTER of Delhi (late Madeline 2005) and Georgette and George BLAKLEY, R.R.#7, Tillsonburg. Proud grandmother of Sherri (Shane) ROWLAND Kathi BLAKLEY (Jerry FINDLAY); Tom BLAKLEY; Donald BLAKLEY. Special great-grandma to Tyler. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Prosper and Simone VANDENBILCKE, Alymer; Willy and Doris VANDENBILCKE, Golden, British Columbia; Godfried VANDENBILCKE, Tillsonburg Godelieve and Michel D'HOINE, Mount Brydges. Also survived by a brother-in-law Cyril DEVELTER of Tillsonburg (late Josie 2005) and by several nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by a brother Daniel VANDENBEILCKE (2008.) Funeral Liturgy Service on Friday, May 9, 2008 at 11 a.m. at the Verhoeve Funeral Home, 262 Broadway, Tillsonburg by Rev. Fr. Matthew GEORGE. Interment in Tillsonburg Cemetery. Donations (by cheque only) to Maple Manor Nursing Home or the charity of your choice. Visitation Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Parish Prayers Thursday evening at 7 p.m.

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BLAKNEY o@ca.on.simcoe_county.nottawasaga.stayner.stayner_sun 2008-01-09 published
BLAKNEY, Alma Marie
Peacefully on Saturday December 29, 2007 at the General and Marine Hospital, Collingwood in her 83rd year. Alma of Stayner, beloved wife of George for over 59 years. Loving mother of Sharlene McGANN and the late Marilyn BLAKNEY. Much loved Nanny of Melissa and her husband Jonathan HEWITT. Survived by her sister Yvonne CLOUTIER/CLOUTHIER. Friends were welcome to join with the family for a Memorial Service at Carruthers and Davidson Funeral Home -Stayner Chapel, 7313 Highway 26 (Main Street), Stayner (705 428-2637) on Wednesday January 2, 2007 at 1 o'clock. Remembrances to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by Alma's family. For further information or sign the online guest book, log on to: www.carruthersdavidson.com.
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BLAKNEY o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-03-06 published
BOURNS, Marion Harriet (née BLAKNEY)
After a valiant, two-year struggle with cancer, Marion died on March 4, 2008 at the Carpenter Hospice in Burlington, Ontario surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Arthur BOURNS; dear mother of Barbara and her husband, Douglas Susan and her husband, Bill; Robert and his wife, Myra; and, Brian and his wife, Elizabeth. Marion loved and was loved by her 11 grandchildren: Christopher, Stephen, Jennifer, Michael, Tyson, Sarah, Amy, Annie, Colin, Timothy and Karen. She adored her 11 great-grandchildren: Charlotte, Madison, Shannon, Maya, Liam, Mason, Sofi, Nathan, Dawson, Kenya and Molly Marion. Born on September 29, 1917 in Petitcodiac, New Brunswick. Marion lived most of her adult life in Ontario. Throughout her 90 years with us, she had a passion for reading and collecting books, antiques and art. Marion contributed in countless ways to McMaster University during her husband's tenure as President. For many years, she was a volunteer at the Hamilton Art Gallery and a member of the Women's Guild of the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra serving a term as president. Marion and Arthur were world travelers and she always cherished the many fun filled times with her large family. A memorial service for Marion will be held at McMaster University Divinity College Chapel on Sunday, March 9, 2008 at 3 p.m. with a reception to follow in the McMaster University Club. In lieu of flowers, Marion asked that a donation be made to your local community library.

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BLANC o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-03-18 published
MYERS, Thelma Tilly (née SHULMAN)
(August 28, 1926-March 16, 2008)
At North York General Hospital. Thelma MYERS, devoted daughter of the late Dora and Joseph SHULMAN. Loving mother of Arlene. Dear sister of Rose BIRNBAUM, Jerry SHULMAN, and the late Edith SCHWARTZ, Sally BLANC, Harry SHULMAN, Florence KAROLL, and Dale CASTLE. Devoted aunt to many nieces and nephews. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue W., (three lights west of Dufferin) for service on Wednesday, March 19th at 1: 00 p.m. Interment Pardes Shalom Cemetery, Community section. Shiva 33 Orchard View Blvd., #1718. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society 1-888-939-3333.

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-02-09 published
HAWES, Ada
In Southampton on Thursday February 7, 2008. Ada HAWES of Southampton and formerly of Galt in her 82nd year. Loving wife and best friend of Arthur for 53 years. Loving mother of Wendy BLANCHARD of Sarnia and Robert and his wife Kathryn of Kitchener. Ada will be sadly missed and remembered by her grandchildren, Dorothy, Heather, Christine, Andrew, and Gillian, and her 6 great-grandchildren. Survived by her brother Lindsay Alcott JOHNSTONE of Galt. Visitation from the Eagleson Funeral Home, Southampton on Monday February 11, 2008, from 1 p.m. until the time of a Funeral Service to Celebrate the life of Ada HAWES at 2 p.m. Expressions of Remembrance may be made to the Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation. Condolences may be forwarded to the family through www.eaglesonfuneralhome.com

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-17 published
BLACKBURN, Louisa Amanda (née WATERFIELD)
Peacefully at University Hospital, London, Ontario, on Friday, March 14th, 2008 Louisa Amanda BLACKBURN of London, in her 87th year. Predeceased by her parents Nathaniel (1935) and Esther (SLADE) (1931) WATERFIELD, brother George WATERFIELD (1980) and his family; Edward WATERFIELD (1944,) husband Donald BLANCHARD (1970) and Richard BLACKBURN (1999.) Sadly missed by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Joan, husband Robert MURRAY of Belmont, their son Scot MURRAY, his children Colin and Mariah. Their daughter Kristine and Stacy GALLANT and her son Robby GAUTHIER. Diana, her husband Anthony KEYS of London and their son Mark of Toronto and daughter Lisa and husband Richard GERARD of London and their children Dustin and Jessica. Louisa wished to be cremated. A private burial will be held at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. A memorial celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Evans Funeral Home, 648 Hamilton Road, in charge of arrangements. Online condolences at www.evansfh.ca. A tree will be planted as a living memorial to Louisa BLACKBURN.

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-02-16 published
Police call deaths of three on reserve 'suspicious' but dismiss foul play
By Anthony CAPUANO, Page A12
Three people have been found dead on a native reserve in Eastern Ontario amid mysterious circumstances.
"At this point, we have no apparent cause of death, but are treating it as suspicious," said Sergeant Kristine RAE, Ontario Provincial Police liaison officer for the Tyendinaga Police service.
Reserve police were called to a home on Bayshore Road in the Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, east of Belleville, around 10 p.m. Thursday. There, they found the bodies of a husband and wife, Donald and Wendy LLOYD, both 45, and Stephen BLANCHARD, 42. Two bodies were found in the house, the third in a van on the driveway.
Police said no weapons or drugs were discovered in the home. Investigators do not suspect foul play in any of the deaths after preliminary postmortem examinations. Sgt. RAE said further toxicology testing was required, but would provide no details.
Several neighbours were shocked at news of the deaths on the normally quiet reserve.
"I couldn't believe it," said Sharon MARACLE, who lives a few houses down from the scene.
"It's a peaceful area here. From what I knew of [the victims], they were good people, never got into any trouble."
Located on the Bay of Quinte between Belleville and Napanee, Tyendinaga is a 73-square-kilometre reserve that is home to more than 2,200 people of the Mohawk nation.

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BLANCHARD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-04-12 published
BLANCHARD, John Rust
Peacefully at home on April 2nd, 2008, at the age of 88. Loving husband of Evelyn (née FERGUS.) Born August 29th, 1919, in Niagara Falls. John will be sadly missed and remembered by Evelyn, the children, and grandchildren. Predeceased by sister Nancy. A graduate of Trinity College School, Port Hope, and McGill University, P.Eng. '41 (Chemical). Retired from SNC Lavalin, Montreal, and later returned to work as President of Sulconam, Montreal. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at James Reid Funeral Home, Cataraqui Chapel (1900 John Counter Blvd., Kingston, Ontario), visitation at 1 p.m., and service at 2 p.m.
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BLANCHE o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-03-07 published
CHALMERS, Donavon▼ Miller▼
(February 4, 1921-March 5, 2008)
World War II Veteran
Don CHALMERS, husband for over 64 years of P. Jill CHALMERS (nee STINTON,) his war-bride from London, England. Father of Stephen Reagh CHALMERS and his wife Judy of Owen Sound, Margo BLANCHE and her husband Peter NEUWELT of Barrie and Lesley Anne CHALMERS and her partner Colleen ANDERSON of Toronto. Very beloved Grandpa of Mark BAZANT and his wife Angie▼ of Australia, the parents of his first Great-grandchild Liam, and of Michael BAZANT and his partner Genvieve of Ottawa. Predeceased by his parents David and Eva (REAGH) CHALMERS, sisters Vivien McMINN, Vera VALLANCE and brother Dave of Grand Coulee, Saskatchewan. He also lives on through his niece and nephew and their families Patsy Ann Reagh McMINN of Saint Thomas and Clarence VALLANCE of Ottawa. Don was born and raised in Grand Coulee, Saskatchewan, where his predecessors were among the first settlers of Saskatchewan, and also the founders of Confederation with his maternal great uncle - Sir Charles Tupper. He signed up for World War 2 in 1939 and was shipped overseas to England where he was promoted to Sandhurst College for Officer Training. After serving in England, Holland and Italy in World War 2 with the Canadian Army Medical Corp. and then the Armoured Tank Corp., Dad brought his war bride back home and settled in London, Ontario where he completed his Batchelor's Degree at the University of Western Ontario. He went on to a long and successful career with Wyeth Canada, where he set records for sales in Southwestern Ontario. His friendly nature and humour brought him many life long Friends and acquaintances throughout the Southwestern Ontario region. In the early fifties, Don and Jill settled in Owen Sound, where they raised their 3 children. He was proud of his long relationship with the Grey and Simcoe Foresters, Knox United Church, and the infamous Friday Night Bridge Club. We shall miss his western humor and his true love of people. Thanks you to Knox United Church, the Toronto Dominion Bank and especially Summit Place where he received exceptional care and compassion. We'd also like to make known our special appreciation to Big Boots Barry, his bridge partner and Border Collie when he needed it the most. Friends may call at the Breckenridge-Ashcroft Funeral Home on Saturday March 8, 2008 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 5 p.m. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 6 are requested to attend a memorial Service at the funeral home on Saturday March 8 at 2: 45 p.m. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Rev. Ralph SCHMIDT officiating. Memorial donations may be directed to the Alzheimer's Society of Grey Bruce, charity of your choice, or simply plant a rose in his honour. He loved his roses. Rest easy Dad. And in your famous words - Ya done good kid!

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BLANCHE o@ca.on.manitoulin.howland.little_current.manitoulin_expositor 2008-10-15 published
BLANCHE (née FOGAL) SWEET
In loving memory of Blanche (née Fogal) Sweet, 90 years, who died Sunday,
October 5, 2008 at the Extendicare York, Sudbury. She was born in
Kagawong and married Elmer Sweet in Sudbury in 1969. Blanche was a well-
respected and well-liked person who was quick to help others. She had
been a longtime member of the Order of the Royal Purple. She also had
served on the Board of Directors at Casa Bella Apts for 9 years. Beloved
wife of Elmer Sweet of Sudbury. Loving mother of William "Bill" Coe
(1998), Jo-Anne Rochon (1997) and Donald Coe (1987) all predeceased. Dear
mother-in-law of Anne Coe and Jules Rochon. Cherished grandmother of
Marty Johnson, Christine Hann, Stephanie Coe, Christopher Coe and Robert
Coe and one great-grandchild. Dear sister of Ted Fogal (wife Peggy) of
Detroit and the late Bob, Marie, and Rene all predeceased. Dear sister -
in-law of Gordon Sweet (wife Marjorie) of Brockville. Sadly missed by
nieces and nephews. Funeral service was at the Lougheed Funeral Home,
Sudbury on Thursday, October 9, 2008. Interment in the Kagawong Cemetery.
Donations to the Alzheimer's Society would be appreciated.

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BLANCHE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-03-07 published
CHALMERS, Donavon▲ Miller▲
Peacefully at Summit Place Nursing Home in Owen Sound on Wednesday March 5, 2008. In his 88th year, Donavon Miller CHALMERS the loving husband of P. Jill CHALMERS (STINTON.) Loving father of Stephen and his wife Judy of Owen Sound, Margo BLANCHE and her husband Peter NEUWELT, of Barrie and Lesley and her partner Colleen ANDERSON of Toronto. Proud grandfather of Mark BAZANT and his wife Angie▲ of Australia, Michael BAZANT and his partner Genvieve of Ottawa. Great-grandfather of Liam. He will be fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents David and his late wife Eva (née REAGH) and by his sisters Vivien McMINN, Vera VALLANCE and by his brother Dave. Friends may call at Breckenridge-Ashcroft Funeral Home in Owen Sound (519) 376-2326 on Saturday March 8, 2008 from 3: 00 p.m. -5:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday evening at 5: 00 p.m. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #6 Owen Sound are requested to attend a memorial service at the funeral home on Saturday March 8 afternoon at 2: 45 p.m. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Rev. Ralph SCHMIDT officiating. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

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BLANCHE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-03-25 published
HAMBURGH, Raymond F.
Ray died peacefully with his wife by his side on Good Friday, March 21, 2008 in his 81st year. He will be forever loved and greatly missed by his wife and soulmate Renata, his children Marlaina (Eric) BLANCHE and Douglas (Bonnie) HAMBURGH. He was a dear 'Grampa' to Brodie and Jamie WHITNEY, Carl and Tristan HAMBURGH and Great'Grampa' to Gwyndon, Elliott and Logan WHITNEY. He is also survived by his brother Edmond S. HAMILTON (Claudia) and his sister-in-law Klaudia (Jürgen) SCHÜCHLER in Germany. He was predeceased by his first wife Shirley. A true Renaissance man, National Advertising Sales Representative with MacLean Hunter, the Globe and Mail, and Southam Inc., artist, yachtsman, Ray was blessed with a rich and full life. With his 'first mate' Renata, Ray set out on many sailing adventures on the Great Lakes, the U.S. Eastern Seaboard and the Bahamas on their beloved 'Merry III', 'Inger Ann' and 'Pungo'. A reception to celebrate Ray's life will be held at a later date at the R.C.Y.C. in Toronto. If desired, donations to the Saint Michael's Hospital Palliative Care Unit, 30 Bond Street, Toronto, Ontario M5B 1W8 or to Doctors Without Borders, 720 Spadina Avenue, Ste. 402, Toronto, Ontario M5S 2T9. Condolences and memories may be for warded through www.humphreymiles.com. Then pray that the road is long. That the summer mornings are many, That you will enter ports seen for the first time with such pleasure, with such joy! (from 'Ithaca' by C.P. Cavafy 1863-1933)

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BLANCHER o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-07-25 published
DEACON, George Edwin
Following a short illness, shortly before his 90th birthday George passed away in the Wiarton Hospital on July 24th, 2008. Beloved Husband of Norma Jean (CAMPBELL.) He will be greatly missed by his children: Lynda (LITWILLER) husband Larry, Leslie (BLANCHER) husband Richard, and son David. Dear grandfather to Shelley (BRETHAUER,) husband Jamie, Glen (LITWILLER,) wife Kelly, Neil and Kim BLANCHER. Great-grandfather to Shelby, Riley and Brooke-Lynn who loved spending time with him in his Sauble Beach home. Predeceased by 3 brothers, Frank, Herbert and Harold. Survived by sisters Laurna HASSUM, Ena McKELLAR and Dorothy NAKULAK. A member of Zion Amabel United Church (Sauble Beach), the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, George served in World War 2 for 6 years. George lived for his wife, children and fishing, and was a big Blue Jays baseball fan. A memorial service will be held at Westmount Funeral Home, 1001 Ottawa Street S., Kitchener (at Westmount Rd.) on Monday, July 28th at 4 p.m. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Zion Amabel United Church, Sauble Beach, and can be arranged by contacting the funeral home at 519-743-8900.

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BLANCHER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-04-30 published
EMENY, Evelyn (née BARRETT)
Peacefully, at Victoria Hospital, on April 28, 2008 with her family by her side, in her 73rd year. Predeceased by her husband George "Herb." Dear mom of Janice (Rick) POWERS, Peter EMENY, Patricia EMENY, Richard (Ann) EMENY and Jacqueline YULE. Loving grandma to Eric, Sharlene, Travis, Derek, Dakota, Dylan, Alexandra, Benjamin and Jillian. Loving great-grandma to Trenton, Joshua, Dezarae, Jayden and Brooklyn. Dear sister to John (Jack) and Joan BARRETT, Helen BLANCHER (Deceased), William (Bill) (Deceased) and Marylou BARRETT, Donna FILDEY, Douglas and Hazel BARRETT, Richard (Dick) and Carol BARRETT, Charles (Bud) BARRETT, Wayne BARRETT and Michael and Robyn BARRETT. Visitation will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel, 1997 Dundas St. E. (at Wavell) on Thursday, May 1, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be in the chapel on Friday, May 2, 2008 at 1 p.m. Cremation. Interment to follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association.

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