Donald Norman Ruddy
April 20, 2006
Suddenly, at London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Hospital on Thursday, April 20, 2006 Donald Ruddy of London and formerly of Lucan in his 74th year. Beloved companion of June Aarsteinsen. Beloved husband of the late Nancy (Densmore) (Holmes) (2003). Dear father and father-in-law of Mike and Terri Ruddy of Blenheim, Sandy Ruddy of Strathroy, Rita and Pat Holland of Lucan, Ron and Barb Densmore of Ailsa Craig, Dean and Jackie Densmore and Brian and Maria Densmore all of London, Gwen Densmore and her friend Geoff Ruddy of Ipperwash, Mark and Pat Mair of Bracebridge, Andy and Sue Mair, Wendy and Jim Taylor and John and Melanie Aarsteinsen all of London. Dear grandfather of Crystal, Jennifer and Mike, Lisa and Scott and Amy; Amanda and Adam; Aaron and Heather and Jenni; Robert and Sharon, Sonja and Steve and Beth and Sean; Roseann and Hayley; Jeffrey and Christopher; Katherine and Joseph; Jennifer; Chrystal, Neil, Tiffany and Brent; and Hunter, Kiley and Erika. Also survived by great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Jack Ruddy of Hawkstone. Predeceased by a son John Ruddy. Friends may call at the C. Haskett and Son Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Monday, April 24th at 1:30 PM with Rev. Troy Dingwell officiating. Interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye. Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Victory Branch Legion #317 would be appreciated by the family. There will be a Legion memorial service held in the funeral home Sunday evening at 7 PM. Condolences may be forwarded through www.haskettfh.com
Emma Ada Smith
April 20, 2006
At Chateau Gardens, Parkhill on Thursday, April 20, 2006 Emma A. (Bryant) Smith of RR 2 Grand Bend and formerly of Mount Clemens, Michigan in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Percy P. Smith (1985). Survived by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by sisters Peggy Ardy, Violet Morgan and Jessie Middaugh and brothers Harry, Leonard, George, Oliver, Arthur and Charles. Friends may call at the C. Haskett and Son Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan (227-4211) one hour prior to the memorial service which will be held on Saturday, April 22nd at 11 AM with Rev. Bruce Pocock officiating. Cremation with interment Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, London. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Cameron Clarence Davis
April 17, 2006
At South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Monday, April 17, 2006 Cameron Clarence Davis of RR #1 Lucan in his 65th year. Beloved husband of Sharlene (Davey) Davis. Dear son of Gladys Davis of Hensall and the late Clarence Davis (1992). Dear brother and brother-in-law of Sharon and Wayne Love of RR 1 Varna and Delores of London and the late Frank Serle (1997). Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the C. Haskett and Son Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 20th at 1:30 PM with The Rev. Fr. Bill Ward officiating, Interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye. Donations to VON Middlesex-Elgin Branch or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
P. Michael Salentyn
April 11, 2006
With unbearable sorrow we announce the passing away of our beloved son P. Michael Salentyn of Grand Bend in his 24th year at Victoria Hospital, London on Tuesday, April 11, 2006 as the result of an accident. Adored son of Jaap (Jack) and Carrie Salentyn of Huron Woods, Grand Bend. Bianca’s best friend and most beautiful brother who lovingly called her “Bunk”. Cherished nephew of Evert and Dien and Pieter and Iet all of the Netherlands; Harry and the late Janine, the late Gonnie and Martin, the late Wim and Anita, Mieke and Rob and Ron and Riny. Caring cousin of Annet and Willem and Pieter and Hella, all of the Netherlands, Peter and Lisa, Soraya and Gates, the late Joerika and Marcus, Michelle and Jeff, Tanya and Dave, Marc and Susan, Priscilla and Steve, Eric, Vanessa and Peter, Paul, Ryan, Curtis and Colin and many second cousins. Michael is a proud 2006 graduate from the Commercial Aviation Management Program at the University of Western Ontario, which were his four most dedicated and fun-filled years for him to achieve his lifetime dream. 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, April 15th at 1:30 PM with Dr. Keith Fleming officiating. Cremation. In Michael’s memory, an endowment will be created to benefit a student in his field of study at the University of Western Ontario and may be arranged through the funeral home (235-1220).
Ida Prudence Innes Dickey
April 10, 2006
Gone to join her family in the care of her Lord and Saviour. At London Health Sciences Centre, University Hospital on Monday, April 10, 2006 Innes (Staley) Dickey of Lucan in her 101st year. Beloved wife of the late William John Dickey Sr. (1957). Dear mother and mother-in-law of Ronald James Dickey of Lucan, Margaret Penrod of Midland and Joyce Dickey of Exeter. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren. Predeceased by a son William John Dickey, a daughter Joyce Timpany, a daughter-in-law Donna Dickey, and a granddaughter Linda Smith. Friends may call at the C. Haskett and Son Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM . The Funeral Service will be held at Living Hope Church, 120 Main Street, Lucan on Thursday, April 13th at 11 AM with Pastor Steve Welham officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery, Exeter. Donations to Living Hope Church or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Robert (Bob) Alan Hoffman
April 10, 2006
At London Health Sciences Centre, Westminster Campus on Monday, April 10, 2006 Robert (Bob) A. Hoffman of London and formerly of Exeter in his 48th year. Beloved son of Claire and Winona (Coxen) Hoffman of Exeter. Dear brother of Doug and Kim Hoffman of Yardley, Pennsylvania and Karen Hoffman and Steve Darasch of Toronto. Dear uncle of Philip and Grace of Yardley, Pennsylvania. Father “Bubbah” to Mark and Tina, Lindsay and Bryan, and Erin all of London. Friends may call at the Hopper Hockey Funeral Home, 370 William Street, one west of Main, Exeter on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where a memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 13th at 11AM with Mr. Bob Heywood officiating. Cremation with interment Crediton Cemetery. Donations to London Regional Cancer Program would be appreciated by the family.
Owen Rodger Fear
April 7, 2006
At University Hospital, London on Friday, April 7, 2006 Owen Rodger Fear of Exeter in his 54th year. Beloved son of Faye Fear of Clinton and the late Ted Fear (1992). Dear father of Cheyenne Mosurinjohn and her partner Jason Willert of Hensall and Greg Fear of Exeter. Dear grandfather of Damien Willert. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Steve and Kim Fear of Banff, Alberta, Rhonda and Hugh Love of Atwood and Del Nixon of Exeter. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by a sister Wendy Nixon (1997). Friends may call at the Hopper Hockey Funeral Home, 370 William Street, one west of Main, Exeter on Sunday 2-5 PM where the funeral service will be held on Monday, April 10th at 11 AM with Rev. Alan Barr officiating. Graveside Service at Brandon Cemetery, Belgrave on Monday at 12:45 PM. Donations to the Kidney Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Condolences may be forwarded through www.hopperhockeyfh.com.
Clifton (Clif) Wesley Jaques
April 4, 2006
At South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Tuesday, April 4, 2006 Clifton (Clif) W. Jaques of Exeter in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Leona (Dobson) Jaques. Dear father of Yvonne and John Elliott of Thorndale and Dalton and Sandy Jaques of Usborne Township. Proud grandfather of Leanne and Andrew and Charlsey and Kelsey. Dear brother of Ross Jaques of Hensall. Predeceased by a sister Verna and her husband Sam Bower, a brother Oliver Jaques and his wife Wilhelmine, a sister-in-law Helen Jaques and an infant brother James Frederick. Friends may call at the Hopper Hockey Funeral Home, 370 William Street, 1 west of Main, Exeter on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Friday, April 7th at 1:30 PM with Rev. Michelle Down officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery. Donation to the South Huron Hospital would be appreciated by the family.
T. Bennett (Ben) Fisher
April 2, 2006
Thomas Bennett (Ben) Fisher of Exeter passed away quietly at home with his family by his side on Sunday, April 2, 2006, in his 73rd year. Beloved husband for 46 years of Marie (Johns) Fisher. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Randy and Janice Fisher of Talbotville, Cindy (Fisher) Cousineau of Lucan and Jerry Cousineau of Lucan. Cherished grandfather of Thomas, Adam and Meredith Fisher; and Ryan, Graham, Marc and Chloe Cousineau. Dear brother of Belva (late Harold) Rowe and Iva (late Bob) Blair both of Exeter, Ferrol (late Amos) Warwick of Port Huron, Michigan, the late Glenn (Mary Fisher of Exeter), the late Wallace (Bud) (Marilyn Denstedt of London), and the late infant brother Bob. Beloved brother-in-law of Jean (late Norman) Johns of St. Marys, Gordon and Evelyn Johns of Woodham, Marj and Howard Hodge of Exeter, and Kay (late Ford) Stark of St. Marys. Uncle Bennie will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Born January 16, 1934, son of the late Clark and late Ella (Baker) Fisher. Ben was retired from the trucking industry and in his earlier career worked for the railroad. Ben was recording secretary of the Exeter Oddfellows Lodge #67, a member of Exeter United Church, and he enjoyed playing golf, watching his grandsons play hockey, and having breakfast with the gang. Friends may call at the Hopper Hockey Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter on Tuesday 3-5 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 5th, at 1:30 PM with Rev. Paul Ross officiating. Cremation with interment at Exeter Cemetery. Donations to Exeter United Church, the Canadian Cancer Society, or Saint Elizabeth Health Care would be appreciated by the family. There will be an Oddfellows Service at the funeral home Tuesday evening at 6:30 PM.