Noreen (Shipley) Graves
March 26, 2010
It is with great sadness that Stephanie and Bob Harvey announce the passing of “Aunty Reen” at Strathmere Lodge on Friday, March 26, 2010, in her 103rd year. Noreen was a well-known part of the village of Ilderton, where she lived an active life that included much community service in such things as Junior Farmers, variety show productions, Fair Board activities and her church, Grace Anglican where she was an organist for many years. Noreen was the last surviving member of the Thomas and Annie (Priestly) Shipley family of Lobo Township. Noreen was predeceased by her husband George Graves (1977) and her sisters Rita (Meredith) Charlton, Gertrude (Cecil) Walls, Jean (Charles) Grieve, Eva (Stephen) Medd, Carrie (Donald) Shore and her brothers Elliot (Agnes) Shipley, Harry (Margaret) Shipley and Jack (Beatrice) Shipley. She is also survived by her many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She is sorely missed by her good friend Pat Thorsley of Edmonton.
Friends may call one hour prior to the funeral service which will be held at Grace Anglican Church, 13301 Ilderton Road, Ilderton on Monday, March 29th at 11 AM with Father Daniel Bowyer officiating. Interment St. Georges Cemetery, Middlesex Centre.
Donations to Grace Anglican Church, Ilderton would be appreciated by the family.
Marjorie (Neil) Matthewson
March 24, 2010
Peacefully passed on early morning March 21, 2010 at the Brampton Civic Hospital in her 94th year.
Beloved wife of the late Ern Matthewson. Dear sister of Marion and Ned Crowley of Vancouver. Also survived by nieces and nephews Anne Crowley, Maureen de St. Croix, Paul, Steve and John Crowley; and Cherry Enger and Martin Neil. Predeceased by her parents Pearl (Whiteford) and Harry Neil and a brother Jim Neil (2009). Born in Clandeboye, Marjorie graduated from Lucan High School. She married Ern in 1942 and lived her life in Toronto. Marjorie was active for many years in Girl Guides. Marjorie enjoyed and was much loved by many friends of all ages. Her generous and happy spirit will be missed by all.
Cremation. A graveside service will be held at St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye on Saturday, March 27th at 11 AM. No flowers please.
Gladys (Sutherland) Richardson
March 22, 2010
At South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Monday, March 22, 2010 of Exeter in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Evan Lorne Richardson (1975). Dear mother of Wendy and Brian Smith of Blenheim and Nancy Hodgert of Exeter. Dear grandmother of Amy and Barry Parsons and Ann Marie Hodgert and great-grandmother of Natalie and Janelle Parsons. Dear sister of Mabel Reilly of Strathroy, Alice Earley of St. Catherines, Mary Clark of Nairn, Dorothy Glover of Mt. Brydges, Mac Sutherland of Forest and sister-in-law of Jean Dodge of Cairngorm. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by son-in-law Grant Hodgert, sister Evelyn Sutherland, brother Wilfred Sutherland, sisters-in-law Marion Sutherland, Velda Sutherland, Evelyn Richardson, Eileen Winter and Mary Richardson and brothers-in-law Wallis Reilly, Ray Earley, Donald Clark, Leslie Glover, Murray Richardson, Frank Winter, Blake Richardson and Ken Dodge.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, 1 west of Main, Exeter on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 25th at 11 AM with Rev. Paul Ross officiating. Interment Strathroy Cemetery.
Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the South Huron Hospital would be appreciated by the family.
An Eastern Star service will be held in the funeral home Wednesday evening at 6:45PM.
Adrian (George) Van Geel
March 20, 2010
Van Geel
Peacefully at his late residence with his family at his side on Saturday, March 20, 2010 George Van Geel of RR# 3 Lucan in his 69th year. Beloved husband of Mary (Van Gaal) Van Geel. Dear father of Paul and Joan Van Geel of Ottawa, Nancy and Jeff Shipley of Ilderton and Ron (Ringo) and Angela Van Geel of Birr. Loving grandfather of Amanda and Evan; Steven, Ryan and Katie and Joshua, Matthew and Laura. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Catherine Van Bussel, Frank and Bridgette Van Geel, Pete Van Geel and Pat MacDonald, Andy Van Geel and Gloria Hodgins and Walda and Gary Barker all of Lucan, John Van Geel and Joe Eagleson of Poplar Hill, Nancy and Bob Flanigan of Ilderton, Mary and Harold McAdam of Allenford, Jack and Wanda Van Geel of Forest, Keith Van Geel of Harrington, Lois Van Geel of London, Jack and Mary Van Gaal of Lucan, Annie Van Lieshout and Jean Vanden Hengel both of Strathroy, Gerry and Betty Van Gaal, Grad and Annie Van Gaal and Wilma and Guy Vervoort all of Lethbridge, Alberta, John and Liz Van Gaal of Stratford and Irma and Bill Sleegers of London. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Dear son of the late Catherine (Van de Laar) and the late Jacobus (Jac) Van Geel and step-son of Quirina (De Koning) Van Geel. Predeceased by brother Carl Van Geel, sister-in-law Joyce Van Geel and brother-in-law Chris Van Bussel.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Church, Lucan on Tuesday, March 23rd at 2 PM with Father Ray Lawhead presiding. Interment St. Patrick’s Cemetery.
Donations to the London Regional Cancer Program or VON Palliative Care.
Prayers will be said in the funeral home on Monday afternoon at 1:15 PM.
Donna June (Parkinson) Heather
March 19, 2010
Peacefully at St. Marys Memorial Hospital with family at her side, passed away on March 19, 2010. Adored wife of William (Bill) Heather of Exeter. Loving mother of Kim and Ronald Willems of Germany, Kevin and Laurie Heather of Calgary, Karl Heather of Calgary and Karen Heather of Exeter. Cherished grandmother of Hannah; Kelsey, Jenna and Scott; Cody; and Erika, Taylor and Rachael. Beloved sister and sister-in-law of Garry and Jane Parkinson of St. Marys and Helen Bettger of Kitchener. Admired step-daughter of Spence Read of St. Marys. Also proudly remembered by her cousins, nieces and nephews and their families. Predeceased by her parents, Ray Parkinson and Edythe (Parkinson) Read and her brother and sister-in-law Wayne and Lynda Parkinson. Donna was an amazing inspiration to her entire family battling her cancer with incredible spirit and determination.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, 1 west of Main, Exeter on Monday evening 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 23rd at 11 AM with Father Ray Lawhead officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society would be appreciated by the family.
Eva May (Corbett) Triebner
March 4, 2010
Peacefully, at the Exeter Villa on Thursday, March 4, 2010 of Exeter in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Douglas Triebner (1999). Dear mother of Roy Triebner of Exeter. Dear grandmother of Colin Triebner of Vancouver, BC, Gregory Triebner and Amanda of London, Mary and John Jackson of Etobicoke and great-grandmother of Patrick. Predeceased by a daughter-in-law Barbara Triebner, sister Hilda Brintnell and brothers Bill and Judson Corbett.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, 1 west of Main, Exeter on Sunday afternoon, 2-4 PM where the funeral service will be held on Monday, March 8th at 11 AM with The Rev’d Fr. Brad Dunbar officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Dorothy Mae Trudgeon
March 3, 2010
Peacefully at London Health Sciences Centre, University Hospital on Wednesday, March 3, 2010, of Bryanston, in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Fredrick Trudgeon (2000). Dear mother and mother-in-law of Pat Bloxam, Connie and Jim Ramsay and Karen Ramsay, and Darrell Trudgeon all of London, and Stephen Trudgeon of Bryanston, Regina Trudgeon of Las Vegas and Murray Jaques of Lucan. Dear grandmother of 12 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by an infant son Gerry, a son Richard (1996), a daughter Judy Jaques (2003) and son-in-law Tom Ramsay (1999).
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 6th at 11 AM with Pastor Paul Vollick officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London.
Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Condolences may be forwarded through www.haskettfh.com
G. Laverne McCarter
March 2, 2010
Suddenly, on Monday, March 1, 2010, doing what he was passionate about, snowmobiling, G. Laverne McCarter of Exeter in his 65th year. Beloved husband of Marion (Thomson) McCarter. Dear father of Teresa and Joe Hendriks of Zurich, Diane McCarter and Dave Stephen and Cheryl and Ernie Warden all of Exeter. Dear grandfather of Heather, Sarah and Michael; Travis; Samantha and Courtney. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Gordon and Marg McCarter of Hensall, Ken and Joyce McCarter of Parkhill, Grant Thomson and Carol Hannah of St. Marys, Sharon and Blair Fletcher of London, Mary Lou Thomson and Jack Hodgert of Kirkton. Dear son-in-law of Olive Thomson of Exeter. Predeceased by his parents James and Eva McCarter.
Friends may call at the Haskett 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, March 5th at 11 AM with Pastor Doug Watson officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to Big Brothers Big Sisters South Huron or South Huron Hospital would be appreciated by the family.