MCGRATH, Tyler Montgomery - Passed away, surrounded by the love of his family, on Friday, June 11, 2004, at McMaster Hospital, Hamilton. Dearly loved and cherished infant son of Van and Debbie McGrath. Much anticipated grandson of John and Dianne Montgomery and Linda and Leonard Martel. Tyler was also adored by his aunt, Heidi and cousin, Joey. A funeral service for Tyler will take place on Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock at the Westmount Funeral Chapel, 1001 Ottawa St., Kitchener, 743-8900. Interment will follow at Williamsburg cemetery. For those who wish, donations in memory of Tyler may be made to McMaster Children's Hospital.
PARK, Ileane (formerly Ileane Bruce) - Royal Air Force Second World War Veteran. Peacefully, on June 10, 2004, at Brampton Memorial Hospital, at the age of 80 years. Beloved wife of the late Walter Scott Bruce and the late Donald Park. Loving mother of Sharon and her husband Dennis Rafferty, Lesley and her partner Joan Murphy, Garry and his wife Irene Bruce and Lorne MacKinlay and his wife Christine Bruce. Loved Granny of Scott and his wife Krista, Kevin and Melanie, Laura, Heather, Kyle, and Krystyna and Great-Granny of Kacey and MacKenzie. Dear sister of the late Dorothy and the late James. Will be missed by many family and friends. At Ileane's request, no funeral services will be held. A celebration of Ileane's life will take place at a later date. Donations may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation and would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Ward Funeral Home "Brampton Chapel".
PINHEIRO, Joseph D. - Passed away, at home with his family, on Friday, June 11, 2004, at the age of 46. Joseph Pinheiro, cherished son of Daniel and Teresa Pinheiro of Kitchener. Dearly loved brother of Maria T. Pinheiro of Cambridge and Anthony T. Pinheiro and his wife Kimberly of Kitchener. Beloved uncle of Mellissa Pinheiro (Jason Connelly) and Tania Pinheiro (Nicolas Moyer), and Justin, Amaryn, Aaron, Logen, Keagan and Brayden Pinheiro. Joseph will be fondly remembered by his many, many friends and co-workers as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and god-children. Friends called at the Westmount Funeral Chapel, 1001 Ottawa St., Kitchener, 743-8900 on Monday from 7-9 p.m. and mat call Tuesday (today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament RC Church (305 Laurentian Dr). Rite of Committal will follow at Williamsburg cemetery. For those who wish, donations in his memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
POOLE, Madeline E. - Passed away, after a lengthy illness, at Royal Victoria Hospital, in Barrie, on Friday, June 11, 2004, at the age of 59 years.Beloved wife of Gary for over 37 years. Loving mother of David. Madeline was born to a family of 14 and she will be greatly missed by her 11 surviving siblings.The family will receive friends at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 621 King St. W., Kitchener on Monday, June 14, 2004 (today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the Ratz-Bechtel Chapel on Tuesday at 1 p.m. Interment Memory Gardens. Reception Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre to follow.As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre may be placed by contacting the funeral home at 745-9495 or online at 1057@alderwoods.comA heartfelt thank you is extended to all the relatives and friends for your love and support, you will always be remembered.
POTTS, Thomas James "Murray" - At his residence on Friday, June 11th, 2004, age 64 years. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced in the next edition of the Record or may be obtained by calling the Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home, 51 Benton (at Church St.) Kitchener at 742-4481.
PYNES-PINOS, Pamela (nee Siminowski) - Died Saturday, June 12, 2004, at Lisaard House, in Cambridge, at the age of 51 years. Beloved daughter of Violet Siminowski of Cambridge and the late Casimir Siminowski. Loving mother of Felicia Pynes. Pamela will be sorely missed by her husband, David Paquette, whom were recently married . Cherished sister of Paul Siminowski of Cambridge and Peggy and her husband David DuCharme of Ottawa. Sadly missed by her mother-in-law, Pavla Pinos of Kitchener. A heartfelt thank you to Jack and Pat Kelly and their family, especially, Don and Jackie Aubin for the love and support shown to our family, as well as the Cambridge Memorial Hospital Palliative Care staff and the Lisaard House staff. Predeceased by her first husband, John (Jan) Pinos (1992) and father-in-law, Jan Pinos Sr. Pamela's family will receive relatives and friends at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, (507 Frederick St Kitchener 749-8467) Monday June 14, 2004 (this evening) from 7-9 p.m. The funeral service for Pam will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel on Tuesday, June 16, 2004 at 11 a.m. Interment Parklawn cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Lisaard House would be appreciated by the family. visit www.obit411.com/1320 for Pamela's memorial.
RIDEOUT, Gerald Chesley - Of Cambridge, passed away, at Cambridge Memorial, Hospital, on Sunday, June 13, 2004, in his 78th year. Beloved husband and best friend of Shirley (nee Whetham), and loving father of Linda Zik and her husband Bill. Dear grandfather of Lisa Tessier and Shawn Zik, and great-grandfather of Christopher and Angelina Tessier; loving brother of Loretta Lechow, Marina Phillips and her husband George, Cal Rideout, and Dorothy Earl and her husband David. Mr. Rideout was predeceased by his sister, Ruth Gallamore and his brother, George Rideout. Gerry worked for the Brewer's Retail for 39 years, retiring in 1987. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Galt Branch # 121 for more than 50 years. Resting at Corbett Funeral Home, 95 Dundas St., Cambridge, where the family will receive friends on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to be held on Thursday, June 17, 2004, at 1 p.m., at Corbett Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Robert Skelding officiating. Cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
ROSE, Malcolm Joshua "Josh" - passed away peacefully, on Friday, June 11, 2004 at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital at the age of 55 years. Beloved husband of Glenda (nee Keasey) Rose for 33 years. Dear son of Mary Rose (nee Marchant) of Kitchener and the late Thomas Rose. Dear father of Janet Abbott and her husband Randy, Tara Laurin and her husband Derick, and Benjamin Rose (Lisa) all of Kitchener. Dear grandfather of Maeghan, Meryn, Mackenzie and Conor Abbott, Matthew Chandler and Tally Laurin. Dear brother of Ralph (Gail) of Ethel, Terry (Linda) of Linwood, Wayne (Ursula), Debbie Furlong (Louis) and Cindy Cummings all of Kitchener. Josh was a long standing member of Carpenters Local 785, Cambridge and was an avid fisherman. The family of Josh Rose will receive relatives and friends from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday (today) at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener (749-8467). Funeral service 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 16, 2004 in the chapel of the funeral home followed by a reception. Rev. Chris Little officiating. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre or Freeport Palliative Care would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit www.obit411.com/1318 for the Josh Rose memorial.
RUMPH, Thys - "I can lie down and sleep soundly because you, Lord, will keep me safe. Psalm 4:8." Peacefully, went to be with his Lord, on Saturday, June 12, 2004, in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of the late Annigje (Drost) Rumph (1998). Loving Father of Hank and Grace Rumph of Drayton, Pat and Bill Hessels of Alma, Hilbert and Jannie Rumph of Holland, Luke and Mia Rumph of Listowel, Hilly and Bill Welmers of Greensville, Helen and Menno van der Vinne of Georgetown, Albert and Martha Rumph of Alma, Anne and Larry Brouwer of Alma. Fondly remembered by 37 grandchildren and 58 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by two sisters; two brothers and two infant grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the Heritage Funeral Home, Drayton on Tuesday June 15, 2004 (this evening) from 7-9 p.m., Rev. Peter Van Egmond will conduct the Funeral Service in the Christian Reformed Church, Drayton, on Wednesday, June 16, 2004 at 2 p.m. Interment Drayton cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Back To God Hour would be appreciated by the family.
SCHAEFER, Edna Louise - "The Lord came down and touched her face and filled her with amazing grace." Passed away, peacefully, on Saturday, June 12, 2004, at Grand River Hospital, Kitchener. Loving and cherished mother of Judy Schaefer of Kitchener. Edna will be fondly remembered by a niece; nephew and several cousins. Predeceased by her parents, Edward and Philomina Lobsinger (nee Sidle), brothers, Lloyd and Clement Lobsinger and her niece, Valerie Young. Edna was a longtime employee of Zehrs, as well as an enthusiastic euchre player and was a member at Rockway Centre and Breithaupt Centre and enjoyed time spent at the Adult Recreation Centre. Relatives and friends are invited to the Westmount Funeral Chapel, 1001 Ottawa St., Kitchener 743-8900 on Monday (today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Vigil prayers will be held at the funeral home on Monday (this evening) at 8:45 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock at St. Francis of Assisi RC Church (49 Blueridge Ave.) with Pr. Paul Voisin as celebrant. Rite of Committal to follow at Memory Gardens cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to St. Francis of Assisi Church, the K-W Humane Society or to a charity of one's choice.
SNAITH, Phyllis Margery - passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2004, after a long and enjoyable life, at St. Andrew's Terrace, in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Herbert (1980). Dear mother of Pamela (Peter) of England and Susan (Charles) of Cambridge. Loved by her grandchildren, Richard, Catherine, Susie, David, Peter, Kim, Joanne, Lisa, Chris and her great-grandchildren, Jack, Samuel, Emmalise, Rosalie and Chloe. Predeceased by her precious daughter, Marion (2002). Phyllis was a long time resident of St. Luke's Place and attended the Salvation Army services in Hespeler. A celebration of Phyllis's life will be held at the Salvation Army Hespeler, 18 Tannery Street on Friday, June 18, 2004 at 3 p.m. In memory of Phyllis donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to Little's Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, Cambridge (623-1290).
STEINMAN, Elfrieda - passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2004 at her residence Nithview Home, New Hamburg. She was born 85 years ago in Wellesley Township and was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Jantzi) Bender. She was a member of Steinmann Mennonite Church, R.R. #2 Baden. Beloved wife of the late Rudy Steinman who predeceased her March 4, 1974. Dear mother of Ray and wife Colleen Steinman of R.R. #2 New Hamburg. Sadly missed by her granddaughter, Lisa Heimpel of R.R. #2 New Hamburg and great-grandchildren, Laura, Justin and Ashly. Dear sister of Selma and husband Nelson Roth of New Hamburg, Dan Bender of Wellesley and sister-in-law of Willis Lichti of New Hamburg and Violet Steinman of R.R. #2 Baden. Also remembered by a number of nieces and nephews. Elfrieda was predeceased by a sister, Laura Lichti; sister-in-law, Agnes Bender and brother-in-law, Clayton and wife Nancy Steinman. Family and friends may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 291 Huron St., New Hamburg on Monday (today) 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, June 15, 2004 at the funeral home at 2 p.m. with Pastor Amsey Martin officiating. Interment to follow in Steinmann Mennonite Church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Kidney Foundation.
TANNER, Mrs. Maud F. - Passed away, peacefully, at Emmanuel Village in Kitchener, on Friday, June 11, 2004, at the age of 90. Loving mother of D'Arcy Tanner and his wife Margaret of Niagara Falls, Nancy Bauman of Hanover, and Bruce Tanner and his wife Lois of Point Clark. Dear grandmother of 13 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband, Allen Tanner in 1988; son, Clarence in 1988; son-in-law, Robert Bauman; grandson, Mark Tanner; daughter-in-law, Barbara; brother, Douglas Munro and sister, Velma. Visitation was held at The Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 621 King St. W., Kitchener, 745-9495, on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. only. Funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday, June 14 (today) at 11 a.m. Interment at Parkview cemetery , Waterloo. Reception will follow in the Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or to the charity of your choice and may be arranged by contacting the funeral home or online at 1057@alderwoods.com
TONES, Stanley Percy James - Suddenly, at Cambridge Memorial Hospital, on Friday, June 11, 2004, in his 88th year. Beloved husband of the late Helen (nee Smith). Loving and caring dad of Marlene, Wayne (Fran), Linda Baker and Gary (Kathy) and step-dad of Marvin (Penny). Stanley will be missed by his grandchildren, Michael, Christina, Michelle, Bill, Jamie, Laura and his five great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his sister, Winnie; his brother, Sid and his son-in-law, Charles Baker. Friends will be received at Little's Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 223 Main St. E., Cambridge, (623-1290) on Monday (today) from 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted in the Funeral Home Chapel on Tuesday June 15, 2004 at 10 a.m. Cremation to follow. In memory of Stanley, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Diabetes Association.
ZINN, Clara Elizabeth - Age 89, a resident of Cedarcroft Place, Stratford and formerly of R.R.# 1 Stratford, passed away peacefully at the Stratford General Hospital on Saturday, June 12, 2004. Born in North Easthope Township, daughter of the late George Zinn and the former Elizabeth Berg. Clara was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Gadshill, the E.L.W., she was a Sunday School teacher for many years and she sang in the church choir. Clara loved baking, gardening, making quilts and she attended the family stand for 40 years at the Stratford Farmer's Market. She is survived by her brother and sister, Norman Zinn and Helena Zinn, both of Cedarcroft Place, Stratford. Also survived by many cousins and their families. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by a brother, Walter in infancy. Friends and relatives may call at the W.G. Young Funeral Home, 430 Huron Street, Stratford on Tuesday, June 15 from 3:30 - 5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Gadshill on Wednesday at 2 p.m. Rev. Norman Lange will officiate. Interment will follow in the Church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to St. Peter's Lutheran Church or to the Canadian Cancer Society through the funeral home.
BOYER, Emma E. (nee Christie) - Peacefully at the Henderson General Hospital on Sunday June 13, 2004 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Thelburn Gordon Boyer. Loving mother of Wayne and his wife Diane, Ken and his wife Gayle, Lynda and her husband Carmen Curto. Fondly remembered by her grandchildren, Susan, Sheri, Jason, Christopher, Jeffrey, Len, Jay, Scott, Shannon, Steve and eight great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Harry Christie and Dorothy Coulter. Remembered by her sister-in-law, Blanche Christie and also remembered by Betty Lou Boyer. Emma was a long time member of Zion United Church. Visitation at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East, Hamilton (near James) Tuesday (today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service in the Chapel Wednesday, June 16, 2004 at 11 a.m. Interment Hamilton cemetery. If desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the Family. Family and Friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence for Emma at www.Friscolanti.com