PULFORD, Ida Nora - At the Cancer Hospice, Lisaard House, Cambridge on Friday, July 23, 2004. Ida (Klages) Pulford at the age of 86 years. Wife of the late W.C. J. (Joe) Pulford (1963). Beloved mother of Ross and his wife Margaret of St. Catharines; Paul and his wife Anne-Marie of Waterloo. Loving grandmother of Chris, Anne (Damian) all of St. Catharines, Juliana of Ottawa, Isaac of Kuala Lumpur and Michael of Waterloo. Also survived by her sister, Hilda Klages of Sarnia, her niece, Shirley (Ralph) Huckle of Hanover, nephew Carmen Redmond (Bonnie) of Barrie, Terry (Ann) Redmond of Hanover. Special friends Clare Carberry of Toronto, Mary Bowman of Owen Sound and Barbara Hodsdon of Kincardine and many cousins of the Kuhl and Ruhl families in the Owen Sound area. Predeceased by her mother, Ida Klages and her sister and brother-in-law, Elma and Art Redmond. Ida was a radio operator with T.C.A. during World War II, office manager at Walker's Department Store in Guelph, followed by many years in the Department of Residences at the University of Guelph. She had been active at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Guelph. She was a member of the Board (Chair) of the Elliott Home in Guelph. She held her ARCT in piano, was an avid Amateur artist and supporter of the arts. Friends may call at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL - McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph (from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday). Service at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL on Monday, July 26th at 11 a.m. with The Rev. John Borthwick officiating. Interment Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society or to Lisaard House Would be appreciated. We invite you to leave your memories and donations online at: www.gilchristchapel.com
SMITH, Norman H. - Suddenly, on Friday, July 16, 2004, at the Highland Manor, Fergus, Norman Smith in his 81st year of Alma. Beloved husband of Margaret Smith (Agoston). Loving father of Walter and his wife Joyce, Verna and Carman, all of B.C., and Glen of Hamilton. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, Perry, Heather, Sarah, John and Amanda, and great-grandchildren, Ulyzes, Corbinne, Joseph and Destiny. Dear brother of Ruth Broughton. Also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. Cremation. A private family service has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to the Graham A. Giddy Funeral Home, Fergus, 843-3100. Margaret is currently visiting her family in B.C.
STRATICHUK, Eric Alexander - After a brief illness, at Hamilton General Hospital, on Monday, July 19, 2004. Beloved husband and best friend of Donna. Loving father who will be missed by his son, Steven and granddaughter, Talia. Fondly remembered by brother, Owen of Toronto; brother, Irving and his sister, Claire (husband Terry Matthews) and nephews, Jeffrey, Daniel and Andrew of Sault Ste. Marie. Missed by step-daughter, Andrea and grandchildren, Jessica, Johnathan and Branden. Predeceased by parents, Alexander and Helen Stratichuk. Private funeral arrangements entrusted to the Marlatt Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, Hamilton.
STROH, M. Marvin (VE3UQS) - (33 year employee with CKCO-TV Kitchener). Suddenly, at Royal Victoria Hospital, in Barrie, on Thursday, July 22, 2004. Marvin Stroh, beloved husband to Thelma Jean Stroh (nee Zavitz) of Barrie and Torrance. Dear father of Larry (Sharon) Stroh of Oakville, Catherine Downey of Kitchener, Maryellen (Randy) Muirhead of Dundas and Daniel (Christine) Stroh of Elmvale. Beloved grandfather to Christopher, Colin and Mary Elizabeth Johnson, Cathleen, Bethany and Joshua Gingrich and Victoria and Andrew Stroh. Great-grandfather to Codi, Carrie and Kai Johnson. The family will receive friends at the W. J. Cavill Funeral Home in Gravenhurst, on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at the Zion Presbyterian Church in Torrance on Monday, July 26, 2004 at 1 p.m. Interment to follow at Torrance cemetery. In memory, donations to the Zion Presbyterian Church Building Fund or to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
THELMA TRUSSLER
1909-2004
Peacefully at Lanark Heights Long Term Care, Kitchener, on Thursday July 22, 2004. Thelma was born in Conestogo on December 10, 1909 to Laura and Oliver Scheifele. She graduated from St. Mary's Hospital in 1931 as a Registered Nurse and spent most of her life working at St. Mary's and K-W Hospitals caring for post surgery patients. Thelma was predeceased by her beloved husband of 50 years, Alfred, in 1985 and a sister, Audrey and her husband, Phil Hawke. Dear mother of Andrea and Don Smythe of Courtright, Ont. and Richard and Carol Trussler of Kitchener; loving grandmother of Thea of Nelson, B.C., Stephanie of Campbell River B.C., and Stuart and his wife Lois of Courtright. A memorial service in celebration of Thelma's life will be held, in the chapel of the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, 171 King St. S. Waterloo on Monday, July 26, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Richard Hawley officiating. A reception will follow the service in the funeral home Reception Room. Cremation has taken place. In Thelma's memory, donations may be made to St. Mary's Hospital Foundation or charity of choice and can be arranged through the funeral home at 745-8445
VANDENAKKER, Maria (Mary) Josephina - It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Mary, at Kingston General Hospital, on Friday, July 23, 2004, in her 84th year. Beloved wife of the late Wilhelmus (Bill). Mary was born in Veghel, Holland and had resided in Odessa since 1957. Dearest mom of John and his wife Linda (Kitchener), Anne Andrews and her husband Don of Kemptville. Loving sister of Ted Van Den Tillaart (Anne) of Campbellford, Betty Niewkamp, Piet, Jan, Harry and Tonny Van Den Tillaart of Holland, Wilhelmina Van Hoof of New Zealand and their respective spouses. Survived by her sister-in-law, Mary (Riet) Vandenakker (Napanee). The Family will receive friends at the Paul G. Payne Funeral Home, Main St. Odessa (613) 386-7373 on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. from Little St. Mary's Church (Odessa) with Rev. William Steacy officiating. Rite of commital will take place following in St. Mary's cemetery , (Odessa). For those desiring, the family would appreciate donations to the charity of your choice. Mary was loved by many and will be sadly missed!
REINO WALTER MAKI (RAY)
1909 - 2004
Peacefully, at St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener, on Tuesday, July 20, 2004, at the age of 95 years. He is survived by his children, Larry (Lynda) of Conestogo, Heather of Calgary and Melvin of Ottawa; grandchildren, Eric, Sara, Christine and Emily and sister, Bids Robinson of Montreal. Predeceased by his wife, Anna in 1995 following 53 years of marriage. He is also predeceased by brothers, Arnold Davis, Archie Law, Jack Toms and sister, Martha Hennessey. Ray was a lifelong resident of Port Arthur (Thunder Bay) Ontario. He was a long term employee of Doran's Brewery and a member of the IUOE. In 1997, he moved to Conestoga Lodge in Kitchener. Special thanks to Dr. Wren, nurses and staff at St. Mary's Hospital and to the staff and residents of Conestoga Lodge for their care, camaraderie and their sympathies. At Reino's request, cremation has taken place. A graveside committal service will be held in Thunder Bay at Riverside cemetery at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo 745-8445
GILMOUR, Carol Jean - Peacefully, at Willett Hospital, on Friday, July 23, 2004, Carol Gilmour, in her 58th year.Beloved wife of Joseph Giampa; loving mother of Dawn Sellar (Terry) and Matthew Sellar (Amy); cherished grandmother of Joey, Bryan, Alyssa, Kirsti and Brodie; daughter of William and Dorothy Gilmour; sister of John (Jack) Gilmour and his wife Marion and James (Jim) Gilmour.Friends will be received at the Dennis Toll Funeral Home, 55 Charing Cross St., Brantford, on Wednesday from 6 p.m. until time of service in the chapel at 7 p.m. Cremation has taken place.If desired, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society appreciated.
HENRY B. HEINRICHS
1948 - 2004
After a lengthy battle with Leukemia, Henry passed away surrounded by his wife, Patricia and their daughter, Becky, on Wednesday, July 21, 2004, at the age of 56 years. Henry is survived by his daughter, Becky and her husband Matthew and by a grandson, Cole age 3 years and by his granddaughter, Elora, age 5 months. He is also survived by his parents, Phillip and Anne Heinrich and by his five siblings and their respective families. Henry retired in July 2003 from JM Schneider where he worked for 30 years. Through Henry's difficult journey, the family would like to thank Dr. Robert Stevens, Dr. Ronald Fowlis and Dr. Ross Kennel and the caring and loving staff of in - patient and out-patient oncology at Grand River Hospital. A special thank you to Shoppers Home Health Care for their constant support throughout these difficult times. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 27, 2004 at the Carmel Church, 40 Chapel Hill Drive, Kitchener with special music at 7:30 p.m. followed by the service at 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the in-patient oncology at Grand River Hospital would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and can be arranged through the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, at 745-8445
HENDERSON, Dorothy Emma (Stroh) - Passed away, on June 19, 2004, in Delta, B.C.She is survived by her son, John and his wife Rabia and grandson, Billy and his family. Dorothy was predeceased by her daughter, Beverly and grandson, Steve; her parents, Harvey and Emma (Leffler) Stroh; her siblings, Albert, Gilbert, Stanley, Helen, Vera and Eileen.Cremation and a private family service has taken place at First Memorial Funeral Services, in Delta, B.C.
HERBERT "HERB" JOHN KASCH 1937 - 2004 passed away peacefully, after a lengthy illness, at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, on Wednesday, July 21, 2004, at the age of 66 years. Son of the late Rosa and Ferdinand Kasch. Brother of Ronald Kasch (late wife, Joyce) and uncle to John Kasch. Friends are invited to share their memories of Herb with his family during visitation at the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo on Sunday, July 25th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Cremation and interment to follow at a later date. The family wishes to thank the oncology social workers, doctors, and all the nurses in the ICU unit for their professional care and compassion. In Herb's memory, donations may be made to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre and can be arranged through the funeral home 745-8445
KOHAN, Annie Grace - On Wednesday, July 14, 2004, at Forest Heights Long Term Care Centre, in her 94th year. Annie (nee Pritchard) beloved wife of the late John Joseph Kohan. Loving mother of John W. Kohan. Also loved by her grandchildren, Kimberley Kohan, Michael Kohan, Shelly Kohan and Danial Kohan. Mrs. Kohan was for many years a member of St. John's Roman Catholic Church CWL. A Burial has taken place at Memory Gardens, Breslau. Arrangements entrusted to Westmount Funeral Chapel, 743-5900.
LAHEY, Donald Philip (Don) - Suddenly, in Niagara Falls, on Thursday, July 22, 2004, at the age of 68 years.Loving husband of Eileen; dedicated and caring father of Philip, Bernice Corderio (Mario) and Donny (Stacey). Don will be sadly missed by his grandchildren, Tasha, Christina, Brent, Colin and Grace; his brothers and sisters and their families.Predeceased by his mother, Catherine; father, Philip; brother, Johnny and sister, Bridie.Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. For further information, please contact Little's Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 623-1290. In memory of Don, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
PHILIPPE CHARLES FLEMMING LEGUERRIER
1987 - 2004
passed away on Thursday, July 22, 2004, at age 16. Beloved son of Robert Leguerrier and Linda Flemming of Waterloo; dear brother of Christian and Marc; loving grandson of Charles and Irene Leguerrier; also survived by his uncles and aunts, Jane and Pat Yantha, Susan Flemming and John Powell, Al Ruppel and Viv Leguerrier and his two cousins, Paul (Jeannie) and Bryan Yantha. Predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Garnet and Gwen Flemming. Philippe attended Bluevale Collegiate, Waterloo, always quietly observing, always the thoughtful and sensitive one, he touched so many with his shy smile, his creativity, his strength of conviction, his patience and his ever present love of baseball. His presence among us will always be cherished as a gift from God. Friends are invited to share their memories of Philippe with his family at the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo, today (Saturday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Philippe's life will be held at Waterloo Mennonite Brethren Church, 245 Lexington Rd., Waterloo on, Sunday, July 25, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Paul McIlwraith officiating with a reception to follow, Cremation will take place at Parkview Crematorium, Waterloo. Memorial contributions to Canadian Red Cross Society K-W or World Vision Canada would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy through the funeral home at 745-8445
