Helen McKinnon
December 31, 2011
Born on October 1, 1913 in Kenora, Ontario, died peacefully in Hensall on December 29, 2011. Helen was one of seven siblings and was predeceased by her father Hugh Bathgate McKinnon and mother Edna McKinnon, brothers Hugh, Billie and Ed, sisters Dorothy Higginson and Monica Jackson. Helen will be deeply missed by her sister Lorna Cooke Tetro, plus her many nieces and nephews from the McKinnon, Cooke, Jackson, Dalton families.
Helen’s family moved to Ottawa in 1945 when her father became the MP from Kenora / Rainy River in McKenzie King’s parliament. After 5 years in Ottawa Helen started a career as a civil servant in Toronto. She was a long time resident at the Empress in Peterborough before moving to Hensall this year. Helen lived a healthy, graceful life and was greatly admired by her family.
Cremation. A private family ceremony will be held in the spring.
J. Irene (Hamilton) Robb
December 30, 2011
Peacefully, with her beloved husband Jack Robb and their family at her side, at University Hospital, London on Friday, December 30, 2011 of London, in her 74th year. Dear mother of Cathy and John Stuckless of Kincardine, Allan and Joanne Robb of Waterloo, Janice and Gord Lyttle of London and David and Annette Robb of Lambeth. Dear grandmother of Kyle, Jessie; Jason, Cory, Daniel; Karl and Mandy, Jackie, Connor; Lucas, Samantha; and great-grandmother of Jackson. Dear sister-in-law of Rocky Robb of London, Jean and Don Robinson of Aylmer and Meredith Robb of Ilderton.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM or at Riverside United Church, 451 Dunedin Drive, London on Wednesday 9:30 -10:30 AM where a funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 4th at 11AM with Rev. Victor Brown officiating. Cremation with interment Denfield Cemetery.
Donations to the Sunshine Foundation, Riverside United Church, Ronald McDonald House or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Barbara (Clark) Burrows
December 26, 2011
Peacefully, after a courageous battle, at Parkwood Hospital, London on Sunday, December 25, 2011, of London in her 76th year. Missed by her children Roger (Dianne), Nikki, Robert and James (Sarah). Survived by 12 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter, her brother Jack (Joan) and her husband David Burrows. Predeceased by her son Douglas Aoki, her parents Ellen (Nellie) and John (Jack) Clark, sisters Irene Pamplin and Joyce McCoy and brother Ronald.
Special thanks to the nurses and staff of 7th floor-University Hospital and 3A East-Parkwood for their encouragement, support and care while Barb fought the battle and for ensuring her comfort and dignity throughout.
Barb’s friends and family are invited to a celebration of her life at Parkwood Hospital, Western Counties Wing, Chapel of the Good Shepherd (enter at Parking Lot 1) on Thursday, January 12th at 11 AM with Rev. Darrell Shaule officiating. Cremation.
Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Steven John Holtzmann
December 24, 2011
At South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Saturday, December 24, 2011 of Exeter in his 52nd year. Beloved son of Mary (Hannigan) Holtzmann of Hensall and the late Harold Holtzmann (1994). Dear brother of Cathy Holtzmann of Huron Park.
Cremation. A graveside service will be held at Exeter Cemetery on Wednesday, December 28th at 1:30 PM.
Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Earl Fredrick Stephen
December 23, 2011
At Queensway Nursing Home, Hensall on Thursday, December 22, 2011, formerly of Elimville in his 68th year. Beloved son of the late William P. and Martha (Penwarden) Stephen. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Lyda and Bill Jeffrey of Harmony, Doug and Dorothy Stephen of Exeter and Greta and Bob Anderson of B.C. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brother Harry.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, (1 street west of Main), Exeter, one hour prior to the funeral service, which will be held on Wednesday, December 28th at 11 AM with Bob Heywood officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to the South Huron Hospital Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Sarah (Hamill) Knox
December 19, 2011
Peacefully surrounded by her family at South Huron Hospital on Monday, December 19th, 2011 Sarah (Hamill) Knox of Queensway , Hensall and formerly of Exeter in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Robert Knox (2005). Dear mother of Betty Blue and Jim and Patty Knox all of Exeter, Irene Tomlinson and Frank of Timmins, and Oral and Laurie Knox of Ingersoll. Dear grandmother of Lisa, Trevor, Melissa and Tyler; Danielle and Matthew; Rob and Jamie; Beth and Rob and great-grandmother of Kinsley, Sawyer, Darian, Brooke, Brayden, Victoria, Rachel, Max, Breanna, Jaidyn, Dean and Megan. Dear sister of John Hamill, Jean Knox , Lily Laverty and George and Sadie Hamill all of northern Ireland. Predeceased by sisters Rita and Kathleen, sons-in-law Herb Blue and Barry Tomlinson and a grandson Earl Blue.
A private family service will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, 1 west of Main, Exeter on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 with Bob Heywood officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Mabel Irene (Workman) Stanlake
December 19, 2011
Peacefully at Exeter Villa on Monday, December 19th 2011 in her 97th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Norman Stanlake (1997). Cherished mother of Douglas and his wife Patricia of London, Eleanor of Toronto and Barbara of Whitby. Dear grandmother of Jordan (Susan), Sabrina and Samantha; Nicholas and Alexander. Proud great grandmother of Makayla. Special aunt to Gwen O’Rourke, Joan (Nick) Vandermey, Marg Dale and Ken (Pat) Britton. Predeceased by her sister and brother in law, Olive and Herbert Britton and her parents David and Hannah (Thomson) Workman. Mabel was a resident on Thomas Street in Exeter for over 60 years, a business partner with her husband in the operation of the Highland Hill Dairy, a teacher in several one room schools in Huron County, a very active member of Caven Presbyterian Church, a charter member of the South Huron Hospital Auxiliary, and a treasured friend of many in the Exeter community. A thank you to Dr. Steciuk, the entire staff of the Exeter Villa, members of Caven, her neighbours and relatives for their care, comfort and concern.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, 1 West of Main, Exeter on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 pm where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at 11AM with Pastor Dorothy Henderson officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery. There will be a Rebekah Service in the funeral home Tuesday at 6:30 PM.
Donations to Caven Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, Glaucoma Research Society of Canada, or the South Huron Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Donald Clifford McRobert
December 18, 2011
Peacefully at his late residence in Granton, surrounded by his family on Saturday, December 17, 2011 in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Mary (Harlton) McRobert. Dear father of Randy McRobert of Granton, Rose and Lloyd Williamson of London, Sherri and Jim MacGregor of St. Thomas, and Dixie of Courtright. Dear grandfather of Kate, Sara, Maggie, Emma and Jenna; Jade; Brianne, Kelly and David; and Isaac and great-grandfather of Eva, Mousa, Layla, Logan, Jack and Chase. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Gordon and Doreen McRobert and Charles and Florence McRoberts all of Granton. Predeceased by a sister Lillian.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Funeral Service will be held at Community Bible Church, Adelaide Street at Highway #7 on Tuesday, December 20th at 11AM with Pastor Byron Hand and Pastor Doug Loveday officiating. Interment Birr United Cemetery.
Donations to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or Community Bible Church would be appreciated by the family.
Rachel Cunningham
December 15, 2011
Peacefully, at home, after a courageous, year-long battle with a brain tumor on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 of RR 2 Lucan in her 19th year. Beloved daughter of Lois Noland and Allan Cunningham of RR 2 Lucan. Cherished sister of Jesse, Drew and Sarah. Dear granddaughter of Gladys Cunningham of RR 2 Lucan. Dear niece of Glenn Cunningham, Marie and Ken Holland, Elaine O’Neil, Dr. Iris Noland and Dave Russell and Wilda Thomas. Rachel will be missed by Carver and Yvonne, Emily, Jenny, Yvonne, Michelle, Danni, Zena and all her wonderful friends. Predeceased by her grandfather Roy Cunningham and her grandparents Margaret and Earl Noland.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Saturday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Friends may gather at the Lucan Community Memorial Centre, 263 Main Street, Lucan on Sunday, December 18th at 3 PM for a memorial service, which will be held at 3:30 PM with The Rev’d Andreas Thiel officiating. Cremation with interment Burpee Ann Mills Cemetery, Manitoulin Island.
Donations to the Children’s Health Foundation, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, CaringBridge or the VON-Palliative Care Volunteer Program would be appreciated by the family.
Jacobus (Jake) Van Arenthals
December 14, 2011
Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 of RR 1 Lucan in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of the late Freda (Young) Van Arenthals (2007). Dear father of Gloria and Teddy Ouimet of Strathroy and John and Karen Arenthals of Lucan. Dear grandfather of Duane and Shauna, Adrienne and Jude, Jason, Breanne and Ethan; Jordan and Roseanna, Josh and Catherine, Alannah and Dylan; and great-grandfather of 7. Dear brother of Tanny VanderHoek of Lucan. Jake will be sadly missed by the Young family. Predeceased by his granddaughter Sarah, sisters Betsy Maas and Corrie Neetson and brothers Martin and Marien.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Friday, December 16th at 2 PM with Rev. Darrell Shaule officiating. Interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye.
Donations to the South Huron Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.