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MICELI o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-01-07 published
LUNAU, Gillian (née SHIELDS) (1970-2008)
It is with profound sadness that the family of Gillian LUNAU (née SHIELDS) announces her tragic passing as a result of an accident while vacationing in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, on Wednesday, January 2, 2008. Gillian is survived by her beloved husband Scott of 10 years and her two beautiful angels Kate and Gavin. She was the cherished youngest daughter of Jane and James SHIELDS, adored sister of Debbie and John MICELI, Phyllis PALMER and Jeff DAVIS. Will be sadly missed by her nieces and nephews Courtney, Emily and Conner MICELI, Taylor and Holly PALMER. Also survived by her grandparents Annie and Ian MURDOCH, and will never be forgotten by her aunts, uncles and cousins both in Scotland and Canada. Beloved daughter-in-law of Douglas and Anne LUNAU. Dear sister-in-law of Annie KATSIRIS (née LUNAU) and Suzanne LUNAU. She will be sadly missed by her nieces Zoe and Alexandra KATSIRIS. Gillian was the girl who had it all, beautiful, a quick wit, engaging personality, positive outlook, determination, and a real zest for life. She held close to her heart her beloved Scottish heritage and her commitment to her family. In her all too short life, Gillian's accomplishments stand out. She and Scott co-owned and operated Albion Orchards, Caledon East, a successful establishment, with a retail shop, pumpkin patch and ever popular school tours in the fall season. The family will receive their Friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street South (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213), Monday evening 7-9, Tuesday afternoon 2-4 and evening 7-9 o'clock. Parish prayers will be held Tuesday evening at 8: 30 o'clock. Private family Funeral Mass will be held in Saint_John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church Albion, 16066 The Gore Road, Caledon East, on Wednesday morning, January 9. Followed by cremation. After the Funeral Massachusetts, an open invitation is extended to all family and Friends to attend a reception at the Royal Ambassador Banquet Hall, 15430 Innis Lake Road, Caledon East, from one o'clock to 4 o'clock to celebrate Gillian's life. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Peel, 60 Briarwood Avenue, Mississauga L5G 3N6 or Breast Cancer Society, 401 St. Clair Street, Point Edward, Ontario N7V 1P2. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.eganfuneralhome.com. She will be admired and remain in our hearts as the greatest Mommy, wonderful wife and partner and sister. She will be missed but never forgotten.

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MICHAEL o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-04-03 published
JONES, Reverend Doctor James David
Died at North Bay on Thursday March 27th, 2008 at the age of 44. The beloved husband of Katherine (née MARSHALL,) David was the dear son of Rev. James Peter and Mrs. Dorothy JONES of Brockville. He is also survived by his step-children Mark (Sandra) of Honduras, and their children Luke and Katherine, Kristin HAINES (Brooks) of Chicago, and Kaitlin DRISCOLL of Buffalo, his brother Peter (Carman,) nephew Peter MICHAEL of the Canary Islands, and grandmother Sarah CHRISTIE of Dalhousie, N.B.
A graduate of McGill, he received his Masters degree and Doctorate at Princeton. Ordained in the Presbyterian Church in 1990, he ministered in Scarborough and Brockville before coming to North Bay. He was also a Captain of the Black Watch. A funeral service, reflecting David's belief in the Easter Faith was held in Calvin Presbyterian Church in North Bay on Monday March 31st, 2008. David's ashes will be spread in Metis sur Mer, Québec. following a memorial service at Little Metis Presbyterian Church on Sunday July 13th, 2008. In honour of David's deep commitment to Calvin Presbyterian Church, donations in his name will be gratefully accepted. (Calvin Presbyterian Church, 401 1st Avenue West, North Bay, Ontario P1B 3C5).

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MICHAILESCU o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-07-21 published
HASTON, Helen▼ Marie▼ (née BEATTY)
Helen HASTON (née BEATTY) in her 92nd year, passed away at Gateway Haven, Wiarton, on Saturday, July 19, 2008. Beloved wife of the late George HASTON (1990.) Dear mom of Mick and Patricia HASTON of Courtenay, British Columbia, Robert HASTON of Dundas, Jane and David MIHLIK of London, and Barb and Greg SMITH of Wiarton. Grandmother of Holly (HASTON) GRANT, Andrew HASTON, Tina (HASTON) MICHAILESCU, and Rachel (HASTON) PAQUETTE; Jennifer (HASTON) HAYWARD, Kelly HASTON, and Patrick HASTON; Ian and Ben SMITH. Great-grandmother of Tommy, Meaghan, Redd, Tanner, Candra, Ethan, and James. She will be missed by her sister Jean (Beatty) NELSON, and sister-in-law Audrey BEATTY. Predeceased▼ by her parents Jean and Frank BEATTY, and brothers Ted, Jim, and Ron BEATTY. Helen▼ loved her family, Baseball (Blue Jays), a good card game, and ice cream. We will miss her for wonderful baking, sewing, knitting, and quilting talents. At Helens request, there will be no visitation. A private family service has been held. Arrangements entrusted to the Tannahill Funeral Home. Interment Zion cemetery. Memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
“You can remember her and only that she is gone. Or you can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back. Or you can do what she would want, Smile, open your eyes, live, love, and go on” Till we meet again, rest in peace Mom.

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MICHAILESCU o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-07-22 published
HASTON, Helen▲ Marie▲ (née BEATTY)
Helen HASTON (née BEATTY) in her 92nd year, passed away at Gateway Haven, Wiarton, on Saturday, July 19, 2008. Beloved wife of the late George HASTON (1990.) Dear mom of Mick and Patricia HASTON of Courtenay, British Columbia, Robert HASTON of Dundas, Jane and David MIHLIK of London, and Barb and Greg SMITH of Wiarton. Grandmother of Holly (HASTON) GRANT, Andrew HASTON, Tina (HASTON) MICHAILESCU, and Rachel (HASTON) PAQUETTE; Jennifer (HASTON) HAYWARD, Kelly HASTON, and Patrick HASTON; Ian and Ben SMITH. Great-grandmother of Tommy, Meghan, Redd, Tanner, Candra, Ethan, and James. She will be missed by her sister Jean (Beatty) NELSON, and sister-in-law Audrey BEATTY. Predeceased▲ by her parents Jean and Frank BEATTY, and brothers Ted, Jim, and Ron BEATTY. Helen▲ loved her family, Baseball (Blue Jays), a good card game, and ice cream. We will miss her wonderful baking, sewing, knitting, and quilting talents. At Helens request, there will be no visitation. A private family service has been held. Arrangements entrusted to the Tannahill Funeral Home. Interment Zion cemetery. Memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
“You can remember her and only that she is gone. Or you can cherish her memory and let her live on. Or you can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back. Or you can do what she would want, Smile, open your eyes, live, love, and go on” Till we meet again, rest in peace Mom.

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MICHALEK o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-16 published
CHALUPKA, Steve
At Sumac Lodge, Sarnia, on Wednesday, May 14, 2008, Steve CHALUPKA formerly of R.R.#1 Alvinston in his 87th year. Predeceased by his parents, Stephan (1982) and Anna (1980) CHALUPKA, his sister Helen COLHOUN (1998) and brother-in-law Harold COLHOUN (2006.) Survived by his brother Stan and his wife Alma of Inwood and cousin Margaret MICHALEK of London. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews and their families. Relatives and Friends will be received at the Van Heck Visitation Centre, 3232 River St. Alvinston on Saturday, May 17 for the hour prior to the funeral service to be held at 11 a.m. Rev. Deb DOLBEAR- VAN BILSEN officiating. Interment Alvinston Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the charity or your choice. Arrangements by Van Heck Funeral Home, 519-287-2831.

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MICHALEK o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-06-23 published
TOWLE, James H.
At C.E.E. Hospital of Bluewater Health, Petrolia, on Saturday, June 21, 2008 James H. TOWLE, 74 years, of Petrolia. Dearly loved husband of Faye (née Waters). Loving father of Jim and Caron TOWLE of LaSalle and Christine and Frank MICHALEK of Alvinston. Cherished grandfather to Jordan and Lucas TOWLE of LaSalle and Frank and Courtney MICHALEK of Alvinston. Dear brother of Golden GARLAND of Kingston. Dear brother-in-law of Lyle and Ilah WATERS of Sarnia and Shirley and Jean Paul KING of Watford. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Jim was predeceased by his parents Harold (1971) and Mabel Irene (née GILLILAND) (1970.) Visitors will be received on Tuesday 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 Wednesday, June 25, 2008 at 11: 00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Robert M. GIBSON officiating. Interment in Hillsdale Cemetery, Petrolia. The Petrolia-Washington Lodge #194 Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons will hold a memorial service on Tuesday at 6: 45 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the C.E.E. Hospital Foundation or the London Regional Cancer Centre. Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.needhamjay.com.

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MICHAUD o@ca.on.grey_county.artemesia.flesherton.the_flesherton_advance 2008-07-09 published
GORDON, Joseph▼ Philip▼
At Grey Bruce Health Services-Meaford on Friday July 4, 2008, Joseph Philip GORDON of Markdale area, in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Grace GORDON (née DEAS.) Loving▼ father of Joseph GORDON and wife Dana KUSHMELYN of Etobicoke and Robert GORDON and wife Diane MICHAUD of Brampton. Dear grandfather of Darcy, Dalie, Andy and Danika. Brother-in-law of Evlyn SHEARER of San Diego, California. Predeceased by three brothers and one sister. Visitation will be held at the May Funeral Home, Markdale (877-986-3310) on Wednesday, July 9th from 11 a.m. until the time of funeral service which will be held at 1 p.m. Interment in Markdale Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Parkinson Society or charity of choice would be appreciated.
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MICHAUD o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-07-07 published
GORDON, Joseph▲ Philip▲
At Grey Bruce Health Services-Meaford on Friday July 4, 2008, Joseph Philip GORDON of Markdale area, in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Grace GORDON (née DEAS.) Loving▲ father of Joseph GORDON and wife Daria KUSHMELYN of Etobicoke and Robert GORDON and wife Diane MICHAUD of Brampton. Dear grandfather of Darcy, Dalie, Andy and Danika. Brother-in-law of Evlyn SHEARER of Sandiago, California. Predeceased by three brothers and one sister. Visitation will be held at the May Funeral Home, Markdale on Wednesday, July 9th from 11: 00 a.m. until the time of funeral service which will be held at 1: 00 p.m. Interment in Markdale Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Parkinson Society or charity of choice would be appreciated.

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MICHAUD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.toronto_star 2008-01-28 published
EGERTON, George A.
Captain of 2806 East Gwillimbury Station 2-8. Retired Toronto Fire Fighter of thirty years.
Suddenly passed away on Saturday, January 26, 2008 at the age of 61. Devoted husband to Gloria of 41 years. Loving Dad to Kelly (James) and Denise (Thomas). Cherished Papa to Chantal Egerton MICHAUD. Beloved son to Stanley and the late Josephine EGERTON. Dear brother to sister Carolyn (Gary) and brothers Jimmy (Michelle) and the late Stanley Jr. (Linda). George will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, extended family and numerous Friends. Family and Friends will be received at Taylor Funeral Home, 524 Davis Dr., Newmarket, 905-898-2100, on Tuesday, January 29, 2008 from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday, January 30, 2008 from 10-12 p.m. A celebration of George's life will follow in the chapel at 12 noon. Firefighter Funeral, Full Dress Uniform. Cremation Highland Memory Gardens. In George's memory, please consider donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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MICHEL o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-04-30 published
TAILOR/TAYLOR, Allan Maxwell
Of Saint Thomas, passed away on Monday, April 28th, 2008 at the Saint Thomas-Elgin General Hospital in his 96th year. Beloved husband of the late Marie (MICHEL) TAILOR/TAYLOR (March 11, 2001) and dearly loved father of Jack and his wife Sheila TAILOR/TAYLOR of Saint Thomas, Jacqueline and her husband Joe ZANG of Michigan, Rosalind and her husband Vic CHETCUTI, Lydia and her husband Jackie MOORE, Gerald TAILOR/TAYLOR and Larry and his wife Wendy TAILOR/TAYLOR, all of Saint Thomas. Dear sister of Margaret MANSELL of England. Sadly missed by a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Allan was born in Edgbaston, Birmingham, England on March 24th, 1913, the son of the late Walter and Mary (SHARRAT) TAILOR/TAYLOR. He came to Canada in October 1965 and also lived in London, Ontario. Jack was retired from Hayes-Dana. He served in the Royal Air Force during World War 2. A service to celebrate Allan's life will be held at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin Street, Saint Thomas on Thursday at 1: 00 p.m. Cremation has taken place. Visitation at the funeral home on Thursday from 12: 00-1:00 p.m. Remembrances may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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MICHELL o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-06-14 published
MOGK, Frieda Christina (née BRODHAGEN)
Gracefully entered the Lord's Kingdom on Thursday, June 12, 2008 at the Mitchell Nursing Home, Mitchell, in her 92nd year. Born at the family farm at Brodhagen on February 3rd, 1917 with Doctor A.V.H. MICHELL in attendance, she was the daughter of the late John W. BRODHAGEN and the former Carrie C. MEYER. On October 23, 1937, Frieda married Harold MOGK who predeceased her on July 19, 1978. Beloved mother of Nancy Elizabeth WEITZEL who predeceased her on May 3rd, 2006. Dear mother-in-law of Robert Jacob WEITZEL who predeceased her on September 14, 2007. She showered her grandchildren Jason Robert WEITZEL and wife Bonnie and Rebecca Elizabeth WEITZEL and great-grandchildren Brandon, Kesha and Darian with love and support. Dear sister of Milton BRODHAGEN (Joan) of R.R.#1 Brunner. Dear sister-in-law of Aletha MOGK of Saint Thomas and Gertrude LAWSON of Woodstock. Also surviving are a number of nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers and sisters Reuben (Mabel) BRODHAGEN, Martha (Roy) DAER, Edward (Mary) BRODHAGEN, Georgina (Elmer) FORD, Wilfrid BRODHAGEN and Elsie (Melvin) Voll, sister-in-law Helen BRODHAGEN and brother-in-law Carman MOGK. Frieda was a devoted parishioner at Saint Peter's Lutheran Church in Brodhagen where she was proud to be an honorary member of the E.L.W. Family and Friends are welcomed to join her family in the celebration of her life at the Lockhart Funeral Home, 109 Montreal Street, Mitchell on Sunday 2-4 p.m. The funeral service will take place at Saint Peter's Lutheran Church in Brodhagen on Monday at 11: 00 a.m. with Pastor Steve JOHNSTON officiating. Interment in Saint Peter's Cemetery. Memorial donations to Saint Peter's Lutheran Church or Mitchell Nursing Home Enrichment Fund would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.lockhartfuneralhome.com

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MICHELLE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-01 published
WALENT, Brett
On Monday, February 25, 2008 at the age of 46. Dear son of Alice WALENT- BELLAR and her husband John BELLAR, Bright's Grove. Brother of Jeff and his wife Roxanne and their sons Max and Alex, Markham. Brother-in-law of Gigi WALENT and her children Abigail and Isaac, Wyoming. Step-brother of Christina FIFE and her husband John, their children Kyle and Riley MICHELLE, Marysville and Sheryl ZIMMER and her husband Sam and her daughter Briauna, Marysville. Dear friend of Bill W. Predeceased by father Frank (1978), brothers Floyd (1993) and Frank (2007) and nephew Zachariah (1999). Visitation at the McKenzie and Blundy Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 431 Christina St. N., Sarnia, on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Fr. Jim HIGGINS at St. Benedict's Church on Monday at 10: 30 a.m. Cremation to follow. Flowers kindly declined. As an expression of sympathy, Friends who wish may send memorial donations to the Inn of the Good Shepherd, 115 John Street, Sarnia, N7T 2R1. Messages of condolence and memories may be left at www.mckenzieblundy.com A tree will be planted in memory of Brett WALENT in the McKenzie and Blundy Memorial Forest. Dedication service Sunday, September 21st, 2008 at 2: 00 p.m. at the Wawanosh Wetlands Conservation Area.

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MICHELLE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-02-14 published
CONLEY, James Bruce (1931-2008)
Suddenly on February 10th 2008, at one of his favourite places, Loon Lake Lodge in Huntsville, Ontario. Bruce was an avid sportsman from a very young age and enjoyed the outdoors to its fullest. He was a good friend, a generous father, loving grandfather, and passionate leader in business and in the community.
Missing him and remembering a life well lived are those he loved and those forever loving him: His loving partner Sandra Kelly, children Deborah, Karen, Chris, Glen and Stephanie, grandchildren Zoe, Chelsea and Riley, Sons-in-law Greg and Michael, his sister Barb, Aunt Elizabeth BIRON, Neice MICHELLE and nephews Christiaan and Nelson.
Visitation Friday 15 February from 7: 00 to 9:00 p.m. and funeral services on Saturday 16 February at 2: 00 p.m. at Billingsley Funeral Home, Huntsville Ontario. www.billingsleyfuneralhome.com

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MICHENER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-06-20 published
BURDON, Marian▼ GRACE (MITCHELL)
(February 18, 1921-June 19, 2008)
Passed away suddenly with her loving family by her side at Hotel Dieu-Grace Hospital Windsor, Ontario. Beloved wife of the late J. Arnold BURDON (1991.) Dear mother of Elaine and husband Dave MICHENER (Forest▼) and Carol and husband Bob MIDDAUGH (Windsor.) Beloved▼ grandmother of Darlene ABBEY (Sarnia,▼) David▼ and wife Tracy ABBEY (London), Sean and wife Kelly MIDDAUGH (Windsor) and Colleen MIDDAUGH and friend Anthony PANICCIA (Windsor.▼) Also▼ survived by four great-grandchildren: Connor and Taylor MIDDAUGH and Faith and Cole ABBEY. Special▼ aunt to Donna SHORTT (London) and treasured friend of Jean LEAFLOOR (Windsor.▼) Predeceased▼ by parents Robert and Maude MITCHELL (Alvinston▼) and sister of the late Sam and late wife Pearl▼ MITCHELL (Alvinston,▼) the late Margaret (Maddie) and late husband Russell SHORTT (Alvinston,▼) the late Raymond and wife Betty▼ MITCHELL (Port▼ Huron,▼) and Alice and husband George McINTYRE (California.▼) Also adored by several nieces and nephews (Ontario and California). Long time member of Chalmers and Saint Paul's United Churches where she developed many cherished Friendships. Grace loved bowling, gardening, euchre playing and being a surrogate grandmother to many of the children in her neighborhood. If you so desire, donations to the Alzheimer's Society or to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Visiting Sunday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at Families First Funeral Home and Tribute Centre (519-969-5841) 3260 Dougall Ave. On Monday, family and Friends are invited to meet at Saint Paul's United Church (937 Pillette Road) after 9 a.m. followed by service of celebration of Grace's life at 9: 30 a.m. Rev. Olav KITCHEN officiating. Interment at Alvinston Cemetery (River Street). Share memories or make a charitable donation online at FamiliesFirst.ca

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MICHENER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-06-21 published
BURDON, Marian▲ Grace (née MITCHELL)
(February 18, 1921-June 19, 2008)
Passed away suddenly with her loving family by her side at Hotel Dieu-Grace Hospital Windsor, Ontario. Beloved wife of the late J. Arnold BURDON (1991.) Dear mother of Elaine and husband Dave MICHENER (Forest▲) and Carol and husband Bob MIDDAUGH (Windsor.) Beloved▲ grandmother of Darlene ABBEY (Sarnia,▲) David▲ and wife Tracy ABBEY (London), Sean and wife Kelly MIDDAUGH (Windsor) and Colleen MIDDAUGH and friend Anthony PANICCIA (Windsor.▲) Also▲ survived by four great-grandchildren: Connor and Taylor MIDDAUGH and Faith and Cole ABBEY. Special▲ aunt to Donna SHORTT (London) and treasured friend of Jean LEAFLOOR (Windsor.▲) Predeceased▲ by parents Robert and Maude MITCHELL (Alvinston▲) and sister of the late Sam and late wife Pearl▲ MITCHELL (Alvinston,▲) the late Margaret (Maddie) and late husband Russell SHORTT (Alvinston,▲) the late Raymond and wife Betty▲ MITCHELL (Port▲ Huron,▲) and Alice and husband George McINTYRE (California.▲) Dear sister-in-law of Marian and husband Clarence McCAULEY (Windsor.) Also adored by several nieces and nephews (Ontario and California). Long time member of Chalmers and Saint Paul's United Churches where she developed many cherished Friendships. Grace loved bowling, gardening, euchre playing and being a surrogate grandmother to many of the children in her neighborhood. If you so desire, donations to the Alzheimer's Society or to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Visiting Sunday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at Families First Funeral Home and Tribute Centre (519-969-5841) 3260 Dougall Ave. On Monday, family and Friends are invited to meet at Saint Paul's United Church (973 Pillette Road) after 9 a.m. followed by service of celebration of Grace's life at 9: 30 a.m. Rev. Olav Kitchen officiating. Interment at Alvinston Cemetery (River Street) at 2 p.m. Share memories or make a charitable donation online at FamiliesFirst.ca

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MICHENER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-02-08 published
SILVERMAN, Mamie (formerly GEIST)
On Thursday, February 7, 2008 at her home. Mamie Geist SILVERMAN, beloved wife of the late Harry SILVERMAN and Samuel GEIST. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Annette and Harvey GERLOCK, Harvey and Barbara GEIST, Hennie and Marvin ELKIND, Marvin and Terry GEIST, Frances and Jerry GOTKIN, Sheldon and Hélène SILVERMAN, Honey and Roy AGAR, Moishe SILVERMAN. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Mary DALE, Helen SNIDERMAN, Rosalind and Fred SHAPERO, and Shirley and the late Sidney GOLDBERG. Devoted grandmother of Elaine and Jeff TOKAYER, Steven and Sheila GERLOCK, Ken and Ruth GERLOCK, Lisa and David BELDEB, Rhonda and Neil NEWMAN, Joy and Ira EISEN, Stephen and Magdie GEIST, David GEIST, Shari ELKIND, Cindy and Saul ROSENBAUM, Suzanne and Matthew FARB, Michael GEIST, Benjamin GEIST, Michael and Jody GOTKIN, Stephen and Francine GOTKIN, Sam and Danny GOTKIN, Michelle and Blair MICHENER, Nadine DAVIS, Cindy SILVERMAN, Shimmy SILVERMAN, Yossie SILVERMAN, Rivka and Moishe TORON, Yehuda SILVERMAN, and Israel SILVERMAN, and great-grandmother of 37. At Beth Tzedec Synagogue, 1700 Bathurst Street (Bathurst south of Eglinton) for service on Friday, February 8, 2008 at 1: 30 p.m. Interment Stashover Young Mens section of Bathurst Lawn Memorial Park. Shiva 135 Antibes Drive #2601. Memorial donations may be made to the Baycrest Centre, 416-785-2875.

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MICHENER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-05-16 published
Ottawa insider was at the centre of the October Crisis of 1970
Schoolteacher who joined the Privy Council Office thrived in the inner sanctums of power. He served five prime ministers, including Pierre Trudeau, whom he considered a friend
By Buzz BOURDON, Special to the Globe and Mail, Page S8
Ottawa -- It was the beginning of the October Crisis, and Jack CROSS was secretive when he called home to say he wouldn't be there for dinner. "I can't tell you why," he told his wife, Doris. "I'll be home when I can."
The date was October 15, 1970, and the federal cabinet was meeting to consider proclaiming the War Measures Act after the terrorist group Front de libération du Québec (FLQ) had kidnapped British trade commissioner James Cross and Quebec labour minister Pierre Laporte.
A few hours later, the government went ahead and Mr. CROSS, the assistant clerk of the Queen's Privy Council for Canada (orders-in-council), played a unique role in a drama that would divide opinion from coast to coast. Some people believed the government had overreacted by suspending basic civil rights, while others applauded prime minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau for protecting Canadians from an insurrection.
A career civil servant who had worked for six prime ministers from Mackenzie King to Mr. Trudeau, Mr. CROSS watched anxiously from Parliament Hill as the drama unfolded. Wondering whether "this still could be Canada," he waited while Mr. Trudeau consulted his advisers.
"Canadians might've been accustomed to uniforms and arms during wartime, but to have them appear in peacetime gave one an uneasy feeling," Mr. CROSS said decades later.
Finally, at 3 a.m., Mr. CROSS got his orders. Mr. Trudeau may have decided to proclaim the act, but certain legalities had to be observed. Mr. CROSS would drive to Rideau Hall and get it signed by Governor-General Roland MICHENER.
That short trip was not without drama, Mr. CROSS said in 1996. Within minutes, his armed bodyguard noticed that a car seemed to be tailing them. "When it got alongside, it slowed down, which made him very nervous. It stayed with us a little while, then sped away."
A few minutes later, Mr. CROSS arrived at Rideau Hall and was ushered in to see Mr. MICHENER, who was waiting in his dressing gown and pyjamas. As the Queen's representative in Canada, he wasn't going to sign something he was uncertain about, so Mr. CROSS had to some explaining. "He had some hesitation about signing a document that strong," Mr. CROSS said.
Mr. CROSS then had to go to the Queen's Printer to get the act printed. The final legality was to affix the Great Seal of Canada to the original. By that time, it was 6 a.m. Even so, his night was not over.
Back on Parliament Hill, 35 reporters clamoured for details as the sun came up. Mr. CROSS's boss, Gordon ROBERTSON, the clerk of the Privy Council, agreed that he and Mr. CROSS would answer their questions.
After Mr. ROBERTSON spoke, Mr. CROSS took over. Described in that day's edition of the Ottawa Citizen as a "second spokesman," he outlined the act's history. It had been invoked only twice, and that was during each world war.
"It is a blunt instrument. If we had had more emergencies, graduated instruments with dealing with certain kinds of emergencies might have been developed," he told the reporters. "But now it is the whole damn thing or nothing. Once proclaimed, it is up to the government to exercise discretion - the powers used should be commensurate to the conditions."
It had been an unforgettable night, both for Mr. CROSS and for Canada. By the time the impromptu press conference was over, Montreal police were already rounding up the first 500 people. Mr. CROSS went home for breakfast and then returned to work. Tragically, Mr. Laporte was found murdered on October 17, while Mr. CROSS of Britain was released unharmed December 3.
The son of Wesley CROSS and Louisa CROSS, he was the youngest of eight children raised on a farm near Chesterville, Ontario, a village located just west of Cornwall. After high school, he attended Ottawa Teachers College and graduated in 1934. His first assignment was to teach at a one-room schoolhouse near Chesterville. He remained there for several years and left teaching to enlist in the Royal Canadian Air Force after the outbreak of the Second World War. He served in a secret radar group attached to a night squadron in Yorkshire, England.
After demobilization, he started work with the Privy Council Office on February 1, 1945, the day after he was interviewed. "I had never heard of it. One of their men had left the previous day and they wanted him replaced as quickly as possible. It was just a matter of timing," Mr. CROSS told his cousin Clarence.
Then numbering only 35 people, the Privy Council Office was housed in the East Block of Parliament Hill. During the war, it had issued 12,000 orders-in-council per year, but a radical reorganization was needed and Mr. CROSS played a part in that, editing and publishing orders and regulations.
Mr. CROSS met about everyone in government, including Mackenzie King, who visited "at least once a year. He'd sit by the window, and reminisce about what he had done in his past and about government. It was always a very friendly visit."
Meanwhile, he had met someone else who ended up being very important. Some time in 1953, a friend invited him to go bowling, where he encountered an attractive young woman named Doris. Little did he know that they had been set up by his friend, who had decided to play matchmaker. They began seeing each other and romance bloomed. They married in 1955.
Over the next 31 years, Mr. CROSS built an enviable reputation as a senior civil servant, a behind-the scenes expert in many areas, including the documentation and protocol for the appointment and installation of ministers of the Crown and provincial lieutenants-governor.
Working for such famous privy council clerks as Arnold Heaney, Jack Pickersgill and Mr. ROBERTSON, he knew of developments long before they became public knowledge. He kept those secrets to himself. "He was a very private man who believed strongly in his official oath of secrecy," said his daughter, Catherine TRYON. "He knew what was going on before it happened, he knew about cabinet shuffles, and when an election was to be called."
One day in 1967, Mr. CROSS inadvertently let the cat out of the bag. He prematurely informed Mr. Trudeau that he was promoted to minister of justice. Prime Minister Lester Pearson had arrived later than expected from a trip and hadn't had time to ask Mr. Trudeau to accept the portfolio. "Mr. Trudeau, realizing my embarrassment, quickly assured me he would express surprise [to Mr. Pearson] later that morning."
Ms. TRYON realized her father knew a lot of important people, but "he was just my dad. I admired him for being a kind and loving father, devoted to his church, community, country and family. He didn't care about someone's rank, background or accomplishments. What he respected most was kindness, honesty and generosity."
Working at the highest level of government didn't mean Mr. CROSS, who cherished Canada's system of parliamentary democracy, lost his humanity. In the 1960s, he was able to cut red tape at two federal departments - Veterans' Affairs and National Defence - when they denied a terminally-ill woman the Canadian Memorial Cross 20 years after her adopted son was killed during the war.
At the time, only natural mothers could receive the award. Within three days, Mr. CROSS had the definition of "mother" changed, and the woman received her silver cross.
The last prime minister Mr. CROSS worked for was Mr. Trudeau, whom he met in 1949 when the latter was hired by the Privy Council Office. Their offices were two doors apart on the East Block's third floor and they soon became Friends. In fact, they may have been distantly related. Mr. Trudeau's mother was Grace ELLIOT/ELLIOTT while Mr. CROSS's mother was Louisa ELLIOT/ELLIOTT.
"They worked together, bowled together and according to my father 'even did some girl watching together.' Years later, Pierre would tell my father's staff, 'I used to work for Jack too!' " said Ms. TRYON.
After Mr. CROSS retired from the Privy Council Office in 1976, Mr. Trudeau paid him a singular tribute. "I hold Jack CROSS in high regard. He is a devoted, talented man, a friend who gave me my first job."
For his decades of devoted service, Mr. CROSS was appointed a member of the Order of Canada in 1985. His citation mentioned his 1973 book, Guide to Canadian Ministries since Confederation July 1867-April 1973.
After working as a consultant, Mr. CROSS and his wife moved back to Chesterville in 1981. He spent his retirement with various community organizations such as the Shriners and Rotary. He also liked to play bridge and putter around his house.
Jack Lester CROSS was born in Chesterville, Ontario, on May 6, 1911. He died of natural causes in Ottawa on March 25. He was 96. He leaves his wife, Doris, daughter Catherine, sister Dorothea and five grandchildren. His son, Ronald, predeceased him.

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MICHENER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-07-08 published
MICHENER, John Roland (1944-2008)
Passed away peacefully in his sleep, at home, on July 6th following a courageous battle with cancer. Predeceased by his father Charles and survived by his mother Audrey, Roly was a loving husband and best friend to Janet for 36 wonderful years and will be greatly missed by his two children, Marnie and Rob. Also surviving Roly are sister Marilyn (Charlie), brother Gordon (Sandra) and 12 nieces and nephews. With his particular zest for life, Roly maintained his sense of humour throughout his rigorous fight and true to self, faced his challenges with smiles and laughter until the very end. With special thanks to Community Care Access Centre for their support and to caregivers Theresa and Mari Lou for their genuine compassion and essential care. A private family interment is planned. A public memorial ser vice will take place at Leaside United Church (822 Millwood Rd., at McRae), on Friday, July 11th at 11: 30 a.m., followed by a celebration of Roly's life at The Estates of Sunnybrook, McLean House (2075 Bayview Ave.). In lieu of flowers, donations to the Scott Mission (502 Spadina Ave.), the Canadian Cancer Society or Leaside United Church would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Murray E. Newbigging Funeral Home, (416) 489-8811.

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MICHIE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-03-22 published
MICHIE, Alan MacGregor
Died in Toronto on Thursday, March 20, 2008, age 80. Alan, husband of Anita. Father of John and his wife Joanne. Grandfather of Carolyn and Jacqueline. Brother of Ian Gordon and his wife Molly. Visitation at 10 a.m., followed by a service at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 25 in Saint Mark's Presbyterian Church, 1 Greenland Road, Don Mills.

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MICHIELSEN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-03-08 published
DIRKS, Gerald Edward (1942-2008)
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected death of Gerry at home in Victoria, British Columbia on February 28, 2008. Gerry is survived and deeply mourned by his loving wife Pat; devoted mother, Esther; sister and brother-in-law, Ruby and Bill BOECHLER and sister-in-law, Roberta REID. He will also be sorely missed by his nephews Jason BUTCHER (husband of Maureen, father of Madigan) and Matthew BUTCHER (husband of Jenny.) Also bereaved are his goddaughters Maud Arthur and Emma MICHIELSEN, his extended family and many Friends, former students and colleagues. Gerry was predeceased by his father Edward DIRKS.
Gerry lived a remarkable life. In spite of loosing his sight entirely at an early age, he was able, with strong family support, to graduate from the University of British Columbia and to go on to complete an M.A. at Queen's University and to earn a Ph. D. from the University of Toronto. In addition to a long and successful teaching career in the Politics department at Brock University, Gerry published extensively on the subject of Canadian immigration and refugee policy. After taking early retirement in 2002, Gerry returned with Pat to his beloved British Columbia, taught a few courses at the University of Victoria, made new Friends and travelled extensively with Pat which he so loved to do.
In addition to his professional achievements, Gerry made a significant contribution to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind both as a volunteer Board member and, for a short period in 1984-85, as Executive Director of the Ontario Division. He played a central role in the establishment of Voiceprint in Canada and worked to improve the lives of the blind in other parts of the world through his involvement in the World Blind Union and his support of the World Braille Foundation.
Although he left us much too soon, Gerry died looking forward to the trips he was planning to take next and to the fine wines he was sure he would discover! We will all miss his sense of adventure, his loyalty to family and Friends and his witty humour.
No service by request. Celebrations of Gerry's life are being planned for Victoria in the late spring and for Ontario in the early summer. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

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MICHIENZI o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-17 published
MICHIENZI, Giovanni
In loving memory of Giovanni MICHIENZI, who passed away May 18, 1998. You are never more than a thought away Lovingly remembered everyday Your wife Rosa forever and family.

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MICHIENZI o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-06-15 published
MICHIENZI, Jacob Giuseppe▼
In loving memory of Jacob Giuseppe, June 15, 1998. You never had a chance to cry a tear, To laugh or smile or be held near. But the brief moment you were here, before we had to part, Touched us with a love that is forever in our hearts. Love Daddy, Mommy and brothers Adam and Dustin.

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MICHIENZI o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-07-17 published
MICHIENZI, Giuseppe▲ " Joseph"
Peacefully at London Health Sciences Centre Victoria Hospital on Wednesday July 16, 2008 Giuseppe (Joseph) MICHIENZI, master custom tailor, at the age of 64 years. Cherished husband of Angela (MORELLI) MICHIENZI. Beloved son of Elisabetta PUNGITORE and the late Antonino MICHIENZI. Proud father of Tonino and his wife Angela, Elizabeth MICHIENZI and her husband Russell ENGLISH. Loving nonno of Andrew, Julia, Grace and Sarah MICHIENZI, Chiara and Sienna ENGLISH. Loved son-in-law of Marianna TROVATO and the late Giuseppe MORELLI. Dear brother of Domenico and Teresa of London, Toto and Angelina in Italy. Uncle of Elizabeth, Anthony (Tracy), Pamela all of London, Antonino, Domenico and Elisabetta of Italy. Great uncle of Maddy. Loving brother-in-law of Lucrezia (Antonio Lucia), Rosalba (Emilio CIVASCHI), Fioramante (Lucrezia ROSATO), Bruna (Vincenzo GALLO), Valter (Anna FUSCALDO), Fabrizio (Isa VASSALLI,) Massimiliano, Alessandro MORELLI. Zio Pino will be missed by numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Great appreciation and thanks to the staff of Critical Care Trauma Centre at London Health Sciences Centre. Visitors will be received at John T. Donohue Funeral Home, 362 Waterloo Street at King Street, on Thursday evening from 7-9 o'clock and on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 o'clock. Funeral Mass at Saint Mary's Church, 345 Lyle Street, on Saturday morning at 10: 30 o'clock. Interment in Saint Peter's Cemetery. Prayers Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Donations to the Critical Care Trauma Centre c/o London Health Sciences Foundation would be appreciated.

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MICKALSKI o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-01 published
MURCH, Katherine
Peacefully, on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at Parkwood Hospital, Katherine MURCH passed away in her 63rd year. Beloved wife of Pete for 44 years. Loving mother of Peter and his wife Evelyn. Dear grandmother of Stephen and David. Survived by siblings Marilyn GRAHAM (Paul), Joanne MUMA (Roger), Joe MICKALSKI and predeceased by Dorothy and Bob. Katherine will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. A Service of Remembrance will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel, 1997 Dundas Street East (at Wavell), on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at 1 p.m. (with visitation from 11 a.m. to 1 pm). Inurnment will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens at a later date. If desired, memorial contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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MICKELER 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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MICKELSON o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-02-18 published
GELFANT, Maxine Shirley (née COHEN)
At home, surrounded by her family on February 16, 2008. Force of life and force of nature, passionately committed to her family, community and country. Dearly loved by her husband of 58 years, Dr. Harry GELFANT. Born October 16, 1927 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the daughter of the late Ben M. COHEN and Sophia (ASCRICAN) COHEN. Graduated from the University of Manitoba (B.A.: Political Studies) in 1948 while working for The Jewish Post, the first Anglo-Jewish newspaper in Canada founded and published by her father. In the years following World War 2, Maxine GELFANT taught pre-school and English to immigrant women. She was the first woman elected to the board of governors of the Sharey Zedek Synagogue in Winnipeg and launched adult education and interfaith initiatives to build understanding between religious communities. Inspired by Pierre Trudeau's vision of a "Just Society," Maxine GELFANT was an indefatigable soldier for the Liberal Party of Canada. She knocked on doors during elections, served on her riding association executive, chaired policy forums at conventions and was a remarkable fund raiser who organized elegant Gala events. In 1981, she was appointed by the Privy Council to the National Design Council of Canada. Her home is filled with the books, music, art and the aroma of great food that all reflect her hunger for life. Maxine GELFANT was an ardent supporter of the Vancouver Art Gallery, Vancouver Symphony and Vancouver Opera Association and board member of all three institutions. She was an activist and fundraiser for The British Columbia Heart Fund, The Canadian Cancer Society, Saint Paul's Hospital, The Whistler Health Centre, The Canadian Jewish Appeal, and the Vancouver Jewish Community Centre. Her volunteer work spanned religious and socio-economic lines. She was a founding member of the Jewish Parliamentary Action Committee. On the occasion of the 125th anniversary of confederation, Maxine GELFANT received "The Commemorative Medal" for her service to Canadian society. She celebrated her 80th birthday by raising $15,000 for a special fund in her name early detection of colo-rectal cancer. She is survived by her husband Harry, daughter Roberta (Brian MICKELSON,) sons Benjamin (Barbara GELFANT) and Daniel, grandchildren Max, Sam, Zoe, Sophia and Hannah, sister Arlyne GRUESNER (Los Angeles) and aunt and uncle Ethel and William MORRISON (Los Angeles). Funeral services begin at Temple Sholom, 7190 Oak Street, Vancouver, British Columbia Tuesday, February 19, 10 o'clock a.m., interment at Temple Cemetery, 14965 28th Avenue, White Rock, British Columbia. Shiv'a at 7 p.m. February 19, 20, 21 at 1510 West 36th Avenue, Vancouver. Special thanks to Doctor Barbara Melosky and all the staff at the British Columbia Cancer Agency, to Doctor Lyall Levy and to Evergreen Nursing and Pacific Spirit who cared for Maxine with compassion and respect. In lieu of flowers, donations in her name to the British Columbia Cancer Foundation (2560 Heather Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 0A6) for a special fund for the early detection of colo-rectal cancer.

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MICKLE o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-07-23 published
MICKLE, Annie Marie (née STARR)
Peacefully at Longworth Long Term Care on Tuesday, July 22, 2008, Annie Marie (STARR) MICKLE of London in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late John MICKLE. Predeceased by her parents Arthur and Margeurite (LAMONT) STARR and daughter Patricia MICKLE. Dear mother of Charles and his wife Sandra MICKLE and Ronald and his wife Marilyn MICKLE all of London and Murray and his wife Christine MICKLE of Brantford. Loved by 9 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Dear sister of David STARR of London and predeceased by sister Marjorie SHANNON and brother Leonard STARR. Annie worked at Victory Aircraft in Milton, Ontario building Avro Lancaster bombers during World War 2; former employee at Westminster Hospital Veterans Care in London, Ontario long time member of Bowling League at Bowl-a-Rama in London, Ontario. Special thanks to the staff of Longworth L.T.C. Friends will be received at the Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas St. (between Waterloo and Colborne St.) on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. and Friday 10-11 a.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday, July 25, 2008 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Charles SCOTT officiating. Interment Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Friends who wish may make memorial donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences www.loganfh.ca A tree will be planted as a living memorial to Annie MICKLE.

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MICKLE o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-07-12 published
HARPER, John M. " Jack," Q.C., B.A., LL.B.
After a long and full life, Jack died on Thursday, July 10, 2008, at Saint Mary's General Hospital. He celebrated his 91st birthday on June 26th. Jack is survived by his beloved wife Mary (JAMIESON,) to whom he was married to for 65 years. He will be lovingly remembered with pride by his children, Jim and his wife Pauline HARPER of Waterloo, Susan and her husband John PALMER of Kitchener and George and his wife Doris HARPER of Waterloo. Jack was a great role model to his grandchildren and will be fondly remembered by them John HARPER and his wife Megan, Cynthia and her husband Derick ROSE, Stephen PALMER, Jill WROBEL, Tania and her husband Alan WILLEMSEN and Tiffany and her husband Ron VAN SOMEREN and eight great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Rev. Betty PUGH and her husband Rev. Bill PUGH of Waterloo. He was predeceased by his parents Grace (MICKLE) and George H. HARPER and sister Helen DURNAN. Jack served his country with the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada in Canada, The Caribbean, England, France and Holland. He was appointed Honourary Colonel, Royal Highland Fusiliers of Canada in 1990. He began his career as a lawyer 1948 when he joined Walter McGibbon to establish the firm of McGibbon and HARPER. Through numerous mergers in his law career, Jack eventually retired from Gowlings as General Counsel December 31, 2007. He was the former President and Director of the Waterloo Insurance Company, former Vice-Chair and Director of The Economical Mutual Insurance Company and a former Director and Chair of the Board of Directors of The Equitable Life Insurance Company of Canada. He was Past President of the Waterloo Lions Club, K-W Counselling Services, Westmount Golf and Country Club (Honourary Member), Waterloo Chamber of Commerce, United Way of Kitchener-Waterloo and Area and The Kitchener and Waterloo Community Foundation. He was a former Chair and member of First United Church, a former member of the Board of Governors of Wilfred Laurier University, was selected as one of the early recipients of the K-W Citizen of the Year Award, named a Paul Harris Fellow and most recently the City of Waterloo named a new library in his honour, the John M. Harper Public Library. Friends are invited to share their memories of Jack with his family at the Erb and Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo on Sunday, July 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. and Monday, July 14 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate his long and full life will be held at First United Church, King and William Streets in Waterloo on Tuesday, July 15, 2008, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Rick HAWLEY officiating. Interment will follow in Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo, followed by a reception. Condolences for the family or donations to First United Church, Saint Mary's General Hospital Foundation or Grand River Hospital Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through the funeral home, www.erbgood.com or 519.745.8445. In living memory of Jack, a donation to the Trees for Learning Program will be made by the funeral home.

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MICKS o@ca.on.grey_county.artemesia.flesherton.the_flesherton_advance 2008-02-20 published
WILSON, John▼ Elwin▼
Passed away peacefully in Shelburne Residence on Wednesday, February 13, 2008. Elwin WILSON in his 80th year, beloved husband of 56 years of June (ACHESON) WILSON. Dear father of Lisa (Ivan) LANGERAAP of Tara, Philip (Debbie) WILSON of Dundalk and father-in-law of Larry KEATING (Annalisa▼ PETERSON) of R.R.#4 Dundalk. Loving grandfather of Kerry (Chris) IRETON, Jonathon▼ KEATING (Tabatha MICKS), Ginelle (Scott) MacDOUGALL, Brianne and Lindsey LANGERAAP, Brittany and Robert WILSON, and Jamie and Amanda PETERSON. Loving▼ Great-Poppa of Catharyn and Kennedy IRETON and Rorey KEATING. Survived by brother-in-law James (Alice) ACHESON and sister in-law Doreen PORTER. Predeceased▼ by daughters Catherine (1979) and Nancy KEATING (1996,) brothers Mervyn and Everett, sisters-in-law Leona and Venetta WILSON, brothers-in-law John DOLMER, Veryal▼ JOHNSON, Doctor Tom PORTER and Lorne ACHESON, sisters-in-law Roma ACHESON, Lucille▼ DOLMER and Erma JOHNSON. Rested at the McMillan and Jack Funeral Home, Dundalk. Complete service was held in the chapel on Saturday, February 16, 2008 at 12 noon. Spring interment in Bethel Cemetery. Donations to Alzheimer's Society, Dundalk United Church or Dundalk Fire Department would be appreciated. Visitation took place on Friday from 2: 30 to 4:30 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m.
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MICKS o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-02-14 published
WILSON, John▲ Elwin▲
Passed away peacefully in Shelburne Residence on Wednesday, January 13th, 2008. Elwin WILSON in his 80th year, beloved husband of 56 years of June (ACHESON) WILSON. Dear father of Lisa (Ivan) LANGERAAP of Tara, Philip (Debbie) WILSON of Dundalk and father-in-law of Larry KEATING (Annalisa▲ PETERSON) of R.R.#4 Dundalk. Loving grandfather of Kerry (Chris) IRETON, Jonathon▲ KEATING (Tabatha MICKS,) Ginelle (Scott) MacDougall, Brianne and Lindsey LANGERAAP, Brittany and Robert WILSON, and Jamie and Amanda PETERSON. Loving▲ Great-Poppa of Catharyn and Kennedy IRETON and Rorey KEATING. Survived by her brother-in-law James (Alice) ACHESON and sister-in-law Doreen PORTER. Predeceased▲ by daughters Catherine (1979) and Nancy KEATING (1996,) brothers Mervyn and Everett, sisters-in-law Leona and Venetta WILSON, brothers-in-law John DOLMER, Veryal▲ JOHNSON, Doctor Tom PORTER and Lorne ACHESON, sisters-in-law Roma ACHESON, Lucille▲ DOLMER and Erma JOHNSON. Resting at the McMillan and Jack Funeral Home, Dundalk. Complete service in the chapel on Saturday, February 16, 2008 at 12: 00 noon. Spring interment in Bethel Cemetery. Donations to Alzheimer's Society, Dundalk United Church or Dundalk Fire Department would be appreciated. Visitation on Friday from 2: 30 to 4:30 p.m. and from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

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MICKS o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-07-18 published
MICKS, Wilbur Elwin
Passed away peacefully at Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound, on Thursday July 17, 2008. Wilbur MICKS in his 63rd year. He will be sadly missed by his companion Anna GAGNON and by Anna's children Bev, Wayne, Barbara, Mike, and their families, his brother Ken (Suzanne) MICKS, and nieces Margie (David) SMITH and Amy MICKS and their families. Also Friends of Bill W. and Doctor Bob. Friends and family are invited to the Tannahill Funeral Home on Saturday July 19, 2008 for visiting from 12: 30 to 1:30 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the Chapel at 1: 30 p.m. with Reverend Bruce FLETT officiating. Cremation to follow. Donations to the Owen Sound Animal Shelter or to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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MICKS o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-14 published
LAWRENCE, Dora Jean (BOWLES)
After a courageous battle with cancer, at Victoria Hospital, on Wednesday, March 12, 2008, Dora Jean (BOWLES.) Cherished wife of Ken for over 54 years. Beloved mother of Pam MICKS (Carl) and Mark (Tracy). She will be dearly missed by her five grandchildren, Stephanie, Trevor, Rachel, Alyssa and Ryan. Predeceased by her parents Alvin and Millicent and survived by an aunt, Mary MacGILLIVRAY, and by many cousins. Dora will be desperately missed by her family and Friends and will be remembered for her passion for travel, love of reading and shopping, sense of humour and her kind, gentle manner. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2: 00-4:00 and 7: 00-9:00 p.m. at the Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, where the funeral service will be conducted on Monday, March 17, 2008 at 11: 00 a.m. Interment, Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Dora are asked to consider the Ivey Eye Institute.

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MICSKEY o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-06-21 published
VAJSZA, Helen (MICSKEY)
At London Health Sciences Centre, University Hospital on Friday June 20, 2008 Helen (MICSKEY) VAJSZA of London in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Frank VAJSZA. Dear mother of Ilona PACHECO and her husband Roberto of London and Mike VAJSZA and his wife Eva of Hungary. Loved grandmother of Roberto and Christina and her husband Benjamin and great-grandmother of Anthea and Alicia MEY. Friends will be received by the family from 1: 00-2:00 p.m. at St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, 377 Oakland Avenue (at Dundas) where a memorial service will be conducted on Tuesday June 24, 2008 at 2: 00 p.m. Cremation has taken place. Interment later in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street, North, London N6B 3H8 would be appreciated. (A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184). Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

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