MacDONALD, Genivieve (Jenny) - passed away peacefully, on Thursday, March 25, 2004, at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, in her 81st year. Jenny was the dear mother of Gary, Mark, Dan and Randy. Dear grandmother of Alex, Joe, Katherine and Angela. Sister of Stanley, Stella, Frank, Amy and Ed. Fondly remembered by friends Ron and Liz Lomond of Codroy, Nfld., their daughters Rhonda and Tammy and also longtime friend Delores. Jenny's family will receive relatives and friends from 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener 749-8467 followed by a memorial service in the chapel of the funeral home at 11 a.m. Cremation has taken place. As expressions of sympathy donations to Freeport Hospital Palliative Care would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit www.obit411.com/1244 for Jenny's memorial.
MITTEN, Catherine "Kay" Mary - Formerly of Parkwood Drive, Cambridge, at Cambridge Memorial Hospital, on Thursday March 25, 2004, surrounded by her family. Loving mother of Robert and his wife Lydia of Kitchener, Barbara Hedley and her husband Richard and Gail Presser and her husband Raymond, all of Cambridge. Cherished grandmother of six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Kay is predeceased by her parents, a brother and a sister. A private family service was held. In Kay's memory, expressions of sympathy made to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family. Corbett Funeral Home, 740-0669.
MORTON, George - Passed away, on Saturday, March 27, 2004, at his residence Knollcrest Lodge, Milverton. He was born 96 years ago in Hastings County and was the son of the late John and Mary (Irvin) Morton. George was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Milverton. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen (Kay) Schmidt who predeceased him April 16, 2001. Dear father of Shirley Schneuker, Linda and husband Mark Jantzi, all of Milverton and Peggy and husband David Fry of Oakville. Sadly missed by his grandchildren, Jim and wife Rita Schneuker, Katherine, Jennifer and Jonathan Fry, Kerri and Sara Jantzi and his great-grandchildren, Erin, Carla and David. Also missed by sister-in-law, Florence Roth of Waterloo. George was predeceased by son-in-law, Murray Schneuker, granddaughter, Jill Schneuker; sisters, Essie Reid, Etta Hailstone, Alzina McKewon, Gussie Reid, Annie Anderson and brothers, Richard Morton, William Morton and one in infancy. Family and friends may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 7 Spencer St., Milverton on Tuesday March 30, 2004 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at the funeral home at 2 p.m., with Pastor Christie Morrow officiating. Interment in Greenwood cemetery , Milverton. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to St. Peter's Lutheran Church or Knollcrest Lodge.
SHOEMAKER, Clare - 1943 - 2004. Clare Shoemaker, beloved husband of Judy Shoemaker of Calgary, passed away suddenly, on Thursday, March 25, 2004, at the age of 60 years.Clare was born and raised in the Elora area of Ontario, leaving in 1962 to come west. He travelled to various parts of B.C. before arriving in Swift Current, Sask. in 1965 where he met his wife Judy. He has owned and operated his own business since 1966 going wherever there was construction and drywall jobs settling in Lethbridge, Alta. in 1970, and relocating to Calgary in 1978 where he has made his home since. Clare always gave one hundred and ten percent to his family and business and lived life to the fullest. Clare valued all the friendships he made over the years, with his many customers, suppliers, and business associates. Above all, Clare was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. Clare will be sadly missed by his wife, Judy; his three sons and daughter-in-law, Lee, Trevor and Nathalie, and Ryan; his two little grandsons, Jakob, and Tyler. He is remembered by his brothers and sisters-in-law, Glenn and Joan, Ray and Barb, Lyal and Berna, Lorne and Donna, Stuart and Linda; sisters and brothers-in-law, Eileen Habermehl, Vera and Doug Ireland, and Eva and Don Schell; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Keith and Phyllis Hanna, Don and Toni Hanna, and Clarence and Lynda Hughes. Clare also leaves behind a large number of nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. Predeceased by his parents, George and Anna; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, George and Dorothy Hanna; his sister, Fern; and brother-in-law, Leonard Habermehl. Those wishing to pay their respects, may do so at McInnis & Holloway's Fish Creek Chapel, (14441 Bannister Road S.E., Calgary, Alta.) Monday, March 29, 2004 (today) from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at The Roundup Centre Hall D, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way S.E. Calgary, Alta.) on Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 2:30 p.m. To forward condolences go to www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 3Y6, Telephone: (403) 264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca, or to the Canadian Diabetes Association, #105, 7500 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary, AB T2H 0L9 Telephone: (403) 266-0620.,In living memory of Clare Shoemaker, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 Bannister Road S.E., Calgary, AB. Telephone: (403) 256-9575.
SMITH, Stella - After a brief illness, at the Brantford General Hospital, on Friday, March 26, 2004, Stella Mae (Mitchell) of Ayr, in her 91st year. Dear wife of the late Murray E. Smith (1987). Very special mother of Shirley and Robert Watson of Ayr; loved grandmother of Jamie and Eve Watson of Fort William, Scotland and Duane and Angela Watson of Ayr. Predeceased by infant twin daughters, Florence and Faye (1938); sisters, Laura Hogg, Helen Pipe, Blanche King and brothers, Howard, Clarence and Dick Mitchell. Stella and her husband Murray owned and operated the Green Thistle Restaurant in Ayr for many years. She was also a longtime employee of the Queen's Hotel in Ayr. Friends will be received at the Ayr Chapel, Wm. Kipp Funeral Home, 183 Northumberland Street, Ayr today (Monday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 30 at 2 p.m. Reverend Lynne Calhoun officiating. Interment Ayr cemetery. Donations made to Christ Anglican Church, the Ayr cemetery or the Humane Society would be gratefully appreciated by the family. Wm. KIPP 632-8228.
SPEER, Sabine - At Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest, on Tuesday, March 23, 2004. Sabine Ilona Theresia (Marton) Speer, of RR 4, Kenilworth, in her 38th year. Beloved wife of Ron Speer. Loving mother of Jennifer and Brandon Piller and Kyle and Jordan Speer. Daughter of the late Michael and Theresia Marton. Dear sister of Thomas Marton and his wife Moni of Germany. Daughter-in-law of Vern and Bette Speer of Summerland, B.C. Sister-in-law of Diana Speer-McBean and her husband Scott McBean of Toronto and Brad Speer and his wife Lisa of Etobicoke. Granddaughter-in-law of Mary Youmans of Mississauga. Sabine is predeceased by her first husband, George Piller and is survived by George's parents, George and Cecelia Piller of Kitchener, George's sister, Rosemary Piller and her son Richard of Kenilworth and George's brother, Tony Piller and his wife Cristina and their family Elysha and Trevor of Kenilworth. Also survived by her aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and her nieces. Friends called at the Hendrick Funeral Home, Mount Forest on Saturday from 2-4 p.m. A prayer vigil for Sabine was held on Saturday at 4:15 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church, Kenilworth on Monday March 29, 2004 (today) at 10:30 a.m. Spring interment at Sacred Heart cemetery , Kenilworth. Memorial donations to the Louise Marshall Hospital or Claire Stewart Medical Clinic would be appreciated by the family.
STEIN, Ruth Katherine - Passed away, peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Saturday, March 27, 2004 at the age of 50 years. For Ruth this was a much anticipated journey to her heavenly home after a lengthy chronic illness, where she will be reunited with her parents, John and Annie Stein. Ruth was a dear sister to John and his wife Sharon, Marilyn and her husband Dave, Ed and his wife Brenda, Martha and her husband Michael; special aunt to her many nieces and nephews and their families. The family will receive friends at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 621 King Street, West Kitchener on Monday (today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at Gospel Church 223 Union Street, East Waterloo on Tuesday at 2 p.m. Pastor Philip Kniesel officiating. Interment Parkview cemetery to follow. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Gospel Church for the Good Shepherd Orphanage in Brazil may be made by contacting the funeral home or online at 1057@alderwoods.com At Ruth 's request a special thank you is extended to all her friends both at the church and in the community who supported her for many years.
SWAYZE, Ronald William - Peacefully, at the St. Catharines Hotel Dieu Hospital, surrounded by the love of his children, on March 27, 2004. Survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Dorothy and their children Patt and Bill Chivers, Neil and Donna Swayze and Kathryn and Carl MacLeod. Fondly remembered as Papa by his grandchildren, Jeremy and Tina Chivers, Ryan Swayze, Melissa and Shannon Patrick, Craig Swayze and Julie and Emmanual Nault and their daughters Caila Swayze and Aviah Chivers. Sadly missed by his stepchildren, Kim and Norm Dalcourt, Shawana and Ed Slatter and John and Lisa MacLeod and their children Zach and Morgan MacLeod, Emily and William Slatter and Patrick Dalcourt. He will also be missed by his brother, Allan Swayze; his sister-in-law, Nancy Swayze and his many nieces and nephews. Ron was predeceased by his brothers, Lloyd, Ken and Eugene. Ron proudly served for his country in the Second World War and the Korean Conflict. He worked for the St. Lawrence Seaway in the Niagara Peninsula as a Carpenter Supervisor. Upon retiring from the Seaway, he and Dorothy spent many years in Florida and Jack Lake enjoying the good life. At Ron's request, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. However, Dorothy will receive her family and friends on Wednesday, March 31 from 2-3 p.m. in the Hearth Room at Linhaven. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate an expression of sympathy being made to the Linhaven Home or the Canadian Lung Association. Butler Funeral Home (905) 684-2334.
RALPH MURRAY UNDERWOOD 1939 - 2004 passed away peacefully, at home, while surrounded by his family, on Saturday, March 27, 2004, at the age of 65 years. Beloved husband of Janice. Loving father of Brent and his wife Kelly, Beverly and her husband Chris Tschirhart, Doug and his wife Penny, Rob and his wife Debbie, and Jason and his wife Kim, all of Kitchener. Proud and loving grandfather of 18 grandchildren. Ralph is also survived by his brother, Bob Underwood of Mount Forest. Predeceased by his parents, Arthur Underwood and Dorothy Stevens and by his brother, Richard Underwood. Friends are invited to share their memories of Ralph with his family at the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, 171 King Street South in Waterloo, on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Ralph's life will be held in the funeral home Chapel on Wednesday, March 31, 2004, at 2 p.m. with Pastor Gwen Lipke officiating. Following the service, cremation will take place. The family wishes to thank Pastor Gwen Lipke and Pastor Barry Kendell for their care and support. In Ralph's memory, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre and can be arranged through the funeral home - 745-8445
WITT, Elmer E. - Passed away, peacefully, at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, on March 25, 2004 in his 62nd year. Survived by loving wife, Lorna. Elmer was her best friend and soulmate for 43 years. Dear Father of Christina and Eric Haase of Rochester, New York, Michael and Joan Witt of London, ON, Trevor and Karen Witt of Waterloo, ON. Loving grandfather (Papa) to Anna, Sophia, Amy, Stephanie, Nicole, Colin and Jason; great-grandfather to Zachary. Survived by mother, Lorena Witt and mother-in-law, Connie Davis; sisters, Helen Dillman of Waterloo, Karen (Rolf) Duldhardt of Kitchener and brother, Gary (Rosie) Witt of Waterloo. Predeceased by son, Anthony Witt; father, Bruno Witt and brother, Mervyn Witt. Elmer attended the Kitchener Central Congregation on Margaret Avenue, and was active in the New Apostolic Church his entire life. He was very thankful for the loving support given by the ministers, brothers, sisters and friends in the circle of the New Apostolic faith. Visitation will be held at the Ratz Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King Street West, Kitchener on Monday, March 29, 2004, (today) from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The funeral will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at The New Apostolic Church, Kitchener Central congregation, 160 Margaret Avenue, Kitchener officiated by Apostle Kenneth Kreutner. A fellowship reception will immediately follow in the fellowship hall of the congregation. Expressions of sympathy may be made by donation to the New Apostolic Church Foreign Extension. The Family would like to thank Dr. William Plaxton and the professional staff at the Grand River ICU for their sensitive, dignified care.
DAUM, Shirley - passed away suddenly, on Friday, March 26, 2004. Shirley (nee Barth) Daum was the beloved wife of the late Harold Daum (1992). Dear mother of Sharon Colquhoun (Laurie), Rodney (Faye), Karen Jutzi (Len), Debbie Muir (Paul), Randy (Wendy), Brad (Lisa), Cheryl Pereira (Joe). Shirley will be missed by her 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Shirley's family will receive relatives and friends from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener 749-8467. Visitation will continue from 10-11 a.m. Monday, March 29, 2004 followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. in the chapel of the funeral home. Cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit www.obit411.com/1246 for Shirley's memorial.
MacDONALD, Genivieve (Jenny) - passed away peacefully, on Thursday, March 25, 2004, at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, in her 81st year. Jenny was the dear mother of Gary, Mark, Dan and Randy. Dear grandmother of Alex, Joe, Katherine and Angela. Sister of Stanley, Stella, Frank, Amy and Ed. Fondly remembered by friends Ron and Liz Lomond of Codroy, Nfld., their daughters Rhonda and Tammy and also longtime friend Delores. Jenny's family will receive relatives and friends from 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener 749-8467 followed by a memorial service in the chapel of the funeral home at 11 a.m. Cremation has taken place. As expressions of sympathy donations to Freeport Hospital Palliative Care would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit www.obit411.com/1244 for Jenny's memorial.
MARTIN, Ermina (Mrs. Isaiah B.) - Peacefully, on Thursday, March 25, 2004, at Martins Rest Home, Elmira. Ermina (Lichty) Martin, in her 96th year, of Elmira.Beloved wife of the late Isaiah B. Martin (1973). Loving mother and mother-in-law of Laverne and Marie Martin of Elmira, Ruth Frey of Wallenstein and Vietta Martin of Elmira. Also survived by 13 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren and one sister, Hannah Sauder of Elmira.Predeceased by her parents, Solomon and Maryann (Martin) Lichty; one son, Bert; five sisters and four brothers and one granddaughter.Friends may call at the Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira this afternoon (Saturday) from 2-4 p.m. Transfer will then be made to the home of Eli and Ada Martin, RR1, Elmira for visitation Sunday from 1 p.m. until 8 p.m. where funeral service will be held on Monday morning at 9 a.m. then to North Woolwich Mennonite Meeting House for further public service and burial in the adjoining cemetery.
MUCK, Marvin - passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, March 24, 2004, at Victoria Hospital, London. Marvin Muck in his 69th year was the beloved husband of Georgina (nee Hough) Muck for 45 years. Loving father of Grant (Sue) of Kitchener, Ronald (Elizabeth) of Toronto, Donald (Michelle) and Joanne Crocker (Dennis) all of Kitchener and Treena Pixner (Greg) of Breslau. Dear grandfather of Krystin, Graeme, Abigail, Lauren, Julia and Hunter. Dear brother of Bernice Miller (Bob) and their daughter Tracey and Heather Muck all of Kirkland Lake, Ardith Brissette (Ed) of Goderich, Wayne Muck of Waterloo. Marvin will be missed by many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents George and Erna Muck, brother Lyle, nephew Douglas Muck and niece Gaye Lynn Miller. Marvin retired from Weston Bakeries in 1993 after 39 years of service. Marvin's family will receive relatives and friends from 7-9 p.m. Sunday and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener 749-8467. Funeral service 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at Stanley Park Baptist Church, (31 Lorraine Ave., Kitchener) followed by cremation. As expressions of sympathy donations to The Lung Association-Waterloo Region would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit www.obit411.com/1243 for Marvin's memorial.
