Robert Paterson Holland
February 26, 2006
At London Health Sciences Centre, University Hospital on Sunday, February 26, 2006 Robert P. Holland of Lucan in his 84th year. Beloved husband and best friend for 55 years of Rosa (Sulser) Holland. Dear father of Margaret and Dave Craig of British Columbia, John and Heather Holland of Durham, Robert and Alicia Holland of Manitoba, Pat and Rita Holland and Ken and Marie Holland all of Lucan and Kathy and Bill Lovie of London. Dear grandfather of Robbie; Jonathan and David; Jennifer, Chantel and Bobby; Aaron and Heather and Jenni; Cassandra; and Andrew. Dear great-grandfather of Jasaine Jade (J. J.). Also missed by several nieces and nephews in Scotland. Predeceased by sister Margaret and brothers Frank, John and James. Bob has been a life-time member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 540, Lucan since 1952. Friends may call at the C. Haskett and Son Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 2nd at 11 a.m. with Pastor Doug Loveday officiating. Cremation with interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Lung Association would be appreciated by the family. There will be a Legion service in the funeral home Wednesday evening at 7 p.m.
Russell James King
February 24, 2006
Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter surrounded by his family on Friday, February 24, 2006 Russell J. King of Exeter in his 81st year. Beloved husband of the late Isabelle (Cooper) King (2001). Dear father of Wayne and Wendy King of RR 1 Exeter, Ruth Ann and Ken Eagleson of RR 3 Parkhill and Eugene and Michele King of RR 2 Dashwood. Dear grandfather of Gia and Jeff, Kevin and Adrianne and Brian; Jamie and Brenda, Andrew and Megan, and Michael and Dana; Cory, Joshua, Nathan, and Brandon and great-grandfather of Jared, Jasmine, Raven, Tamia, Cassandra, Tyler and Ronnie. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Jean and Earl Neil of RR 1 Exeter, Melba Maillet of Goderich, and Alvin Willert of Arkona. Predeceased by his sister Edith. Friends may call at the Hopper Hockey Funeral Home, 370 William Street, 1 west of Main, Exeter on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be held Tuesday, February, 28th at 11 a.m. with Rev. Sheila Macgregor officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Zion United Church, Crediton would be appreciated by the family.
Rudolf (Rudy) Martinus Evert Engel
February 24, 2006
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rudolf (Rudy) M. E. Engel on February 24, 2006 at his home in Lucan in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of B. Johanna (Joan) Engel. Loving father and father-in-law of Rudolf (Rudi) M. E. Engel Jr. and Mary (Maggie) M. Engel of Markham & Ailsa Craig, Johanna L. Engel of London, David Clarke of London, Cornelia (Cora) C. Engel Ryan and her husband Patrick (Pat) J. Ryan of Lucan, and Martine J. Engel and her husband Robert W. Mackereth of Thunder Bay. Dearly missed Opa of Jessica and Jillian Engel, Alexander and Louise Clarke, Katerina and Patrick Ryan and Rachel and Eden Mackereth. Dearly missed brother-in-law of Louise and Lo Vincent of California. Predeceased by his brother Henry B. F. Engel, the late husband of Brigitta Engel-Wilke of Germany and sister Margarete C. E. Haak-Engel, the late wife of Albert H. Haak of the Netherlands. Friends may call at the C. Haskett and Son Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Tuesday from 2-3:30 PM where a memorial service will be held on at 3:30 PM with Rev. Kathy Wreford officiating. Cremation has taken place. Interment of cremated remains St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Rudy’s memory to World Vision Canada or Christian Blind Mission International would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Robert (Bob) Grant Davidson
February 24, 2006
Robert Grant (Bob) Davidson of Exeter passed away peacefully at South Huron Hospital on Friday, February 24, 2006 in his 62nd year. Dear father of Sherri McRobert and Dean Martin of Exeter, Judy and Roger Turmel of Bradford and Rick Davidson of London. Dear grandfather of Matthew and Emilee; Bailey, Maggie and Bradley; and Ashley and Taylor. Dear brother of Doris and Al Hawkins of Thedford, Joyce Lacey of Hilardton and Arlene and Ralph Krehbiel of Kelowna, B.C. Predeceased by his parents Earl and Shirley Davidson, brother Jim and sister Eleanor. At Bob’s request there will be no visitation or funeral. Cremation has taken place. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Hopper Hockey Funeral Home, Exeter (235-1220) entrusted with arrangements.
William (Bill) Laird Mickle
February 16, 2006
William (Bill) Laird Mickle of Exeter and formerly of Hensall, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2006 at Stratford General Hospital in his 76th year. Husband and dear friend of Frances (Taylor) Mickle. Father and father-in-law of Pam and David O’Brien of Blenheim, Judith and Randy Pollock of Saint John, NB, and John Mickle of London. Grandfather of Michael, Steven, Daniel, Andrew and David. Son of the late Laird and Dorothy Mickle of Hensall. Missed by sisters and brothers Betty MacMillan of Waterloo, Charles Mickle of Hamilton, Bob and Lynne Mickle of Ayr, and Ann and Bud Collins of Waterloo, sisters-in-law Marg Robertson of Cambridge and Isabel McMullen of North Bay, brother-in-law Bill Walker of London and several nephews and nieces. Bill was active and enjoyed being President of the Hensall Kinsmen Club, Deputy Governor, Governor and National Director of the Kinsmen Association. Served as Director of the Ontario Egg Producers Marketing Board and the Canadian Egg Marketing Association. Bill was also the Vice-President of the Canadian Egg Producers Council. Served as Deputy Chief with the Hensall Fire Department for fifteen years. Bill was Councillor for the Town of Exeter for two years and for fifteen years served as the Reeve of Exeter and Councillor on Huron County Council. During that time he was Chair of the Ontario Small Urban Municipalities and President of the Association of Municipalities for Ontario. Bill enjoyed choir singing, curling, lawn bowling, golfing, fishing and a good story. He loved a good joke. He thanks his family and his many friends for his wonderful life. Friends may call at the Hopper Hockey Funeral Home, 370 William Street, 1 west of Main, Exeter on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held at Exeter United Church, 42 James Street, Exeter on Tuesday, February 21st at 11 AM with Rev. Paul Ross officiating. Cremation has taken place with interment at Exeter Cemetery to follow. Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association, the Stratford General Hospital Foundation or the Exeter United Church Memorial Fund would be appreciated by the family.
Robert (Rob) Harold Murray
February 15, 2006
At South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Wednesday, February 15, 2006 Rob Murray of Exeter in his 59th year. Beloved husband and best friend of Joan (Essery) (Fisher) Murray. Loving papa of Kaitlin Fisher at home. Dear father of Troy and Carrie, Evan and Nicole and Jay Murray all of Edmonton, Alberta. Dear papa of Megan and Madison; and Kaylei and Aiden. Dear brother of Janet and Marvin Unland of Ponoka, Alberta. Loving son-in-law of Olive Essery of Exeter. Dear brother-in-law of Nan Murray-Andreasen and her husband Gert of Ponoka, Alberta, Tracy Palechek of Usona, Alberta, and Karin and Dave Roger and Jean and Lorne Keller of Exeter. Also loved by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Viv and Ted Murray, brother Bill, sister Mona and infant daughter Megan. Friends may call at the Hopper Hockey Funeral Home, 370 William Street, 1 west of Main, Exeter on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 18th at 11 AM with Wendy Noble officiating with cremation to follow. Donations to the Brain Tumor Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Marion Florence Bere
February 12, 2006
At London Health Sciences Centre, University Hospital on Sunday, February 12, 2006 Marion F. (Roulston) Bere of RR 1 Arva. Beloved wife of William G. (Bill) Bere. Dear mother of Lynda Bere and her husband Randy Gellender of RR 1 Arva. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Geraldine Townsend of Plymouth, Michigan and Mary Roulston of London. Also survived by her many nieces and nephews in Canada and the United States. Predeceased by sisters Norma Gledhill, Jean Donley and brothers Keith, Charles and Wilmer Roulston. Marion taught at the elementary school level and was the first Principal of Northdale Public School London in the 1950’s. She retired as a Resource teacher from Centennial Central, Arva. Marion served on many volunteer organizations including the Middlesex County Library Board, Thorndale Women’s Institiute, Middlesex Elgin Hereford Association, VON Homme Program, Zion United Church Women and OASWT. She was an avid gardener winning many prizes over the years at local fall fairs. At Marion’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be no funeral home visitation. Memorial Donations to the Make A Wish Foundation would be appreciated by the family. C. Haskett and Son Funeral Home, Lucan entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be forwarded through www.haskettfh.com
June Isabella Jaffray
February 10, 2006
Peacefully at her late residence on Friday, February 10, 2006 June (Knox) Jaffray of Exeter and formerly of North Bay, in her 67th year. Dear mother of Keith Jaffray of Ottawa, Colin and Sarka Jaffray and David and Sally Jaffray all of London. Dear grandmother of Colin and Cassandra; and Jacob, Andrew and Edward. Dear sister of Anne Forbes of New Pitsligo, Scotland. June was an avid golfer and curler and had a long and rewarding career at North Bay General Hospital. A private family service will be held on February 18th. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Condolences may be forwarded through www.hopperhockeyfh.com
Ellen E. Wilkinson
February 10, 2006
At Stratford General Hospital, Stratford on Friday, February 10, 2006 Ellen E. (Barney) Wilkinson of Granton in her 81st year. Beloved wife of Tom (Dick) Wilkinson. Dear mother of Janice Klingenberg, Darlene Glover, Shelley Seitz, Pamela Belfor, Karen Humphrey, Dave, Jamie, and Mike McQuiggan. Also survived by 18 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Dear sister Marian Anderson. Friends may call at the C. Haskett and Son Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan one hour prior to the funeral service which will be held on Monday, February 13, 2006 at 1:30 PM with Rev. Sue McCullough officiating. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Antje (Anna) Koopmans
February 4, 2006
Peacefully, The Lord took Anna Home. On Saturday, February 4, 2006 Antje (Anna) (Braaksma) Koopmans of Queensway Nursing Home, Hensall and formerly of Exeter in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Oege (Bill) Koopmans (1990). Dear mother of Jessie and John Van Elswyk of Exeter. Dear grandmother of Ron and Kari Van Elswyk of Dashwood, Carol and Joe Kelly of Elmira,, Lisa and Dave Snider and James and Gunilla Van Elswyk all of Zurich, Paula and Tim Olfert of Vauxall, Alberta, Krista and Frank Cirone of Estes Park, Colorado and Marissa Sampson of London and Sean Koopmans of Victoria, B.C. Also survived by 16 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. Predeceased by sons Hank and John Koopmans (2001), a granddaughter Sandra Van Elswyk (1975), brothers Albert and Hank and sisters Jantje and Grietje. Friends may call at the Hopper Hockey Funeral Home, 1 west of Main, Exeter one hour prior to the funeral service which will be held on Tuesday, February 7th at 11 AM with Pastor Harry Frielink officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.