Passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family on Monday, July 15, 2024 at the age of 80. Cherished wife of Anton Lave for over 58 years. Loving mom of Paul and Sandi Lave, Laura and Dean Stemmler, Rob and Wendy Lave, and Angie and Derek Yong. Adored grandma of Mady (Austin), Max (Maria), Megan, Andrew, Hannah, Caden, Ben, Julianna, Joshua, Mason, Madison, and Ty (Paige). Dear sister of Nancy Payne and Mike Hosier and sister-in-law of Beverley O’Neil, Carl and Gail Lave, Sonya Grigg, and Grethe and Scott Henn. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Hiram and Marjorie (McPherson) O’Neil, brother Dan O’Neil, and brother-in-law Keith Grigg.
Gladys valued her work of 38 years as a Registered Nurse at St. Joseph’s Hospital in London. She was a natural caregiver, whether it be her career as a nurse, or the devotion to her pride and joy; her husband, children and grandchildren. She was so involved in their lives, taking them on outings and spending as much time with them as possible. She was an avid gardener and loved her beautiful flower beds at home. Gladys’ warm smile and kind heart will be missed by the neighbours and her community. The home she and Tony created together was her “happy place” and it was her wish to be at home surrounded by her family in her final days.
Visitation will be held at The Church of St. Jude, 1587 Adelaide Street North, LONDON on Monday, July 22nd from 9:30 – 10:30 AM, where Gladys’ funeral service will be held at 11 AM. Private family interment Birr Anglican Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the VON Hospice at Home Program, Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Rheumatology Association Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Davies at University Hospital, the palliative care team, including Dr.Matusa, and staff at VON for their care and compassion shown to Gladys and her family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Helen Gawley
My deepest condolences to you Tony and the family. I have very fond memories of our early days on Hammond Cr. where Gladys was always so friendly and kind.
My thoughts are with you ,
Helen Gawley
Doreen, Stuart and Karen Eedy and Family
Sending our condolences to the Lave and O’Neil families for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you at this time and treasure your memories of Gladys. She was a wonderful lady who always took the time to say hi whenever we saw her.
Jaime McGrail
Dear Lave family
I worked with Gladys at St.Joes.
She was always smiling, warm , kind and competent.
It was an honour to be part of her life.
My deepest sympathies to you.
Jaime McGrail former R.N. 3 North East
Joyce Baker (McPherson)
Tony and Family,
Wishing you comfort for the coming days and the hope that cherished memories will bring you some peace. You are in my heart and prayers during this difficult time.
Helen Delorme
Helen Delorme
Tony and Family
My condolences to you and family I grow up in area and work
Part time with Gladys .
Lovely person
Ron and Diane Bender
My sincere condolences to you and your family Tony. Ron and I enjoyed visiting with Gladys at picnics and family gatherings. She will be missed.
Greg and Marg Meyers
So sad to hear of Gladys’s passing. Our sympathy goes out to you Tony and your
family. Many memories of Gladys. Unfortunately we are not able to attend her funeral since I am recovering from surgery. Our thoughts are with you tomorrow
Phyllis O'Neil
Tony & Family, please accept my condolences on the passing of Gladys. She was a friendly and kind person that will be missed.
Sincerely, Phyllis
Cathy McIntyre
My childhood is filled with great memories of Gladys at the many Lave/McIntyre family barbeques and vacations. She had such a gentle kindness and warmth about her – so natural.
My more recent memories of Gladys are through my Mom’s very special friendship with her, as I was always given the updates after their hours long phone conversations or visits. My Mom (Marion) always reinforced what a truly kind and wonderful person and friend Gladys was throughout her entire life. She will be missed.
My condolences to Tony, Paul, Laura, Rob, Angela and all of the grandchildren.
John & Mary Walls
Our deepest sympathy to the Lave & O’Neil families. Treasure the many great memories.
Harry O'Neil
Uncle Tony, Paul, Laura,Rob,Angie and families
We are so sorry for your loss. We all have great memories of Aunt Gladys and her friendly smile and character.
Sending our love and support
Harry,Amanda,Brooklyn,Jude and Penelope
Jack & Dana Garrett
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Tony and all the Lave family, and also the O’Neil family for the loss of Gladys. She will be warmly remembered and missed by the whole community.
Jack & Dana Garrett
Anne Pincombe
Tony and Family, thinking of you at this most difficult time.
Gladys was respected by everyone who worked with her and she will never be forgotten for her caring and positive outlook and support.
Anne Pincombe
Dear Tony and Family, sending my condolences . Gladys was respected by all the staff she worked with and will never be forgotten. She was such a caring and hard working member of our team.
Thinking of all of you at this most difficult time .
Linda Fox
Sonya and Family,
Please accept my Deepest Sympath in your loss.
Treasure your many memories and hold them close to your hearts
where she will always remain and remember that LOVE never dies.
RIP
Sincerely,
Linda Fox (Lightfoot, Daughter of Milton and Beryl formerly of Denfield)
Sonja [berg] Seiler
Deepest sympathy to the Lave family
Ronna Austin
My condolences to all of Gladys’s family. She’s one of the sweetest people I know. Rest comfortably and pain free “Aunt Gladys”, your work is done. You are loved and will always be missed.
Colleen Dobinson
Uncle Tony and all my cousins. Thinking of you all in the hard days ahead. Aunt Gladys was a beautiful soul who always had time for a chat even if Uncle Tony had to wait. She loved to know how we were all doing and made everyone feel welcomed and loved. She will be missed by so many.
Colleen, Ernie, Ashlyn, Rachel and Kaine
Joan Robson
Thinking of you today….so sorry to hear of Glady’s passing.I remember playing hide and seek on Saturday’ nights at one of our homes…so long ago but oh so much fun. Remember the good times.
Joan Robson (Shoebottom)
Becky (SHOEBOTTOM) Shearer
Uncle Tony and Family
I’m so very sorry to hear about Aunt Gladys. No matter what she always had a smile for me. She always made me feel, that she was so happy to see me.
Erin Price
Tony and Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Gladys was a truly special person, and will be sorely missed . She was a joy to work with at the hospital. Thinking of you all, God Bless. Know I am sharing in your sadness as you remember Gladys.
Erin Price
Bill and Sandra Prince
Tony and Family.
Our sincere condolences on the lose of your lovely wife, mother and grandmother.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Gladys will be missed by all who knew her and loved her.
Edi Dinel
Dear Tony & family:
I’m so sorry to hear of Gladys’ passing, an amazing lady that you and your family loved so much. She will be missed by many. Gladys has been a dear friend of mine for over sixty years going back to our first meeting at Medway H.S. Over the years we have shared many giggles, adventures and special celebrations, the most recent being Gladys’ 80th birthday party in March. I was delighted to be included in this milestone celebration with Gladys and her adoring family.
We wish you peace and comfort in these difficult days. Our sincere condolences.
Brian & Edi Dinel
Carol Bond (Stanley)
My condolences to Tony and family, and Nancy. So sorry to hear about Gladys’ passing. I have many memories of our Southgate school days and our 4-H meetings. Gladys always had a beautiful smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ann (Shoebottom) Brabender
Tony and family my deepest sympathy. Glady’s was one of the kids growing up on the 14th and mother took me there to get a perm from Marjorie. Cherish the memories!!
John and Barb Palmer
So sorry for your lose RIP
Marg (Shoebottom ) and Larry Hotson
Tony and family. Sorry to hear of Gladys’s passing. A lot of time has passed since our days at Southgate when we were all together at school and as neighbours. My sincere condolences.
Michelle Grigg
Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Gladys was a gentle soul who will be dearly missed by many.
May each of you find peace in your memories and know that time will ease the pain of your loss.
May you rest in peace Gladys.
Jeff, Michelle and Claire Grigg
Ironwood Wednesday Night Ladies League
Sandi
Sending our Condolences on your loss. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Wednesday Night Ladies League
Bev and Barb Shipley
Tony and family
We are so sorry to learn of Gladys’ passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Bev and Barb
Marg Mason (nee Hodgins)
To Tony and family, and to all of Glady’s O’Neil family, I extend my sincere sympathy for your loss. Special condolences to Nancy, Glady’s sister, who I shared many fun times with growing up on the 14th concession. My regrets, and may these difficult times be softened with memories of family times together.
Caroline Yott
My Condolence to Tony and family. Gladys was a beautiful person. Loved working with her till her retirement. Rest in the peace of Christ. God Bless
Jean Hodgins Bray
I am so sorry Tony to hear of Gladys passing. I have many Southgate and 14th memories of our school days with Gladys and family. My sincerest condolences.
Terrie and kirk shaw
Dear uncle Tony and all my Lave cousins … with heavy heart I write this condolence as there are no words to share that can comfort such sadness.
Please know how much we all love aunt Gladys and all of you !
Forever in our hearts and memories ❤️
Terrie Kirk Jamie, Genna & Theo , Mark,Carmen & great great nephew Waylon
Harvey & Evelyn Vincent
Paul & Sandi
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. May the good memories help bring peace and strength
Claudine Boterman
So sorry for your loss Laura.
Condolences to you and your loved ones ♥️
Cindy Bryson
Dear Paul and Family,
I am very sorry to learn of the loss of your Mom.
I hope you will continue to look back on many fond memories of her in the years to come.
Cindy Bryson
GDLS-C Coworker
Keith and Barbara O'Neil
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Gladys. Our sympathies go out to you, Tony, and your family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debbie McNorgan
My heartfelt condolences to the family. I was so sad to hear of Gladys’ passing. I have fond memories of Gladys.. a gentle and kind soul.
She will be missed by so many.
Elsje Barker
My sincere condolences to you and your family, Tony.
Gladys and I trained together many years ago. The Class of ’65. She was always a gentle, caring soul. We only saw each other at the reunions but I always looked forward to visiting with her. I will miss her.
Sending you much love,
Elsje
Genna Shaw
My sincere condolences to the family. Sending warm wishes of peace and comfort to you all in this difficult time. I have many happy memories of Great Aunt Gladys and am so thankful for her attendance at my bridal shower earlier this year. We can truly admit Great Aunt Gladys’ banana bread really is delicious – we cannot stop making / eating it!
Mary-Kay Vary
Sending my most heartfelt condolences to all of the family. “Aunt Gladys” was a lovely lady who had the most welcoming and gentle way about her. My heart goes out to all of you in your loss.
Mary Anne Anne Campbell
Tony and to all of Gladys’s lovely family, I have missed our little visit’s after church and particularly Gladys’s infectious bright smile. She will be missed by her whole community. Ray and I send our condolences to all of you.