Andrew Russell (Russ) Powell
November 2, 1912 - January 15, 2001
Funeral arrangements by Memorial Funeral Home (London)
At St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, on January 15th, 2001 in his 89th year.
Beloved husband of Viola (Garton). Loving father of daughters Anne Powell (Laurie Mason), Nora Powell (Tim Head), stepdaughters Naomi Lee (Dave Lee) and Nola Garton (John Evans- deceased).
Loving grandfather of Marc, Lauren, and Lesley Head and Courtney Evans.
Survived by sisters Laura Tate, Anne Gordon (Bill) and sister-in-law Doreen Powell. Also, survived by brother Bill Powell (Betty). Predeceased by first wife Helen (Demorest- 1966), sister Carolyn Hutcheon (1967) and brother David Powell (2000).
There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Interment at a later date in Sarnia.
The family would like to thank Dr. Rene Martin and the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital for their kindness, and express their great appreciation to Diana Wells and Vicky Tomicevic for their tremendous support over the last few years.
Donations to the charity of your choice would be gratefully acknowledged. MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 452-3770 in care of the arrangements.
Kenneth (Ken) Downing
March 28, 1920 - January 6, 2001
Funeral arrangements by Memorial Funeral Home (London)
With his family at his side, in dignity and peace, Mr. Kenneth Downing passed away at London Health Sciences Centre, South Street Campus on Saturday, January 6, 2001 in his 81st year.
Predeceased by his wife of 55 years, Edith (Massey) 1998 and his sister Kathleen Victoria Mercer (1992).
Survived by his only son Paul and his wife Patricia. Sadly missed by his grandson Cory and step-granddaughter Meaghan Rose.
A WWII Veteran (Member of Royal Canadian Legion Victory Branch 317), retired member of I.B.E.W. Local 120, and electrician in London and area for 30 years, Ken has left many friends and associates. His life will be remembered by many nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel (1997 Dundas St. E. at Wavell) 1 hour prior to Service of Remembrance which will be held on Thursday, January 11, 2001 at 1 p.m. Cremation has taken place. Interment to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens.
Memorial gifts may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society designated to Colon-Rectal Research, the Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of choice.
Theodore (Ted) Matheson
June 22, 1950 - January 29, 2001
Funeral arrangements by Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel (London)
On Monday, January 29th, 2001 with his family and friends by his side, Ted Matheson, age 50.
Loving husband of Donna, dear father of Cathie, Frances and Sarah, stepfather of Todd, Lauren, Kaitie and grandfather of Lucas.
Cherished son of Eveline (Ev) and George and Dove and brother of Terry. Ted will be missed by many family and friends, especially Steve and Joe.
Service of Remembrance on Thursday, February 1st, 2001 at noon from the Chapel of Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel (1997 Dundas Street East). Time of fellowship with family 1 hour prior to service.
Special thank you to Shona and Ann at St. Elizabeth’s. Memorial Funeral Home (519-452-3770).
Mary Fisher
August 20, 1930 - January 27, 2001
Funeral arrangements by Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel (London)
Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, South Street Campus, Mary (May) Fisher in her 71st year.
Beloved wife of Peter Fisher for 47 years. Loving mother of Alexis and her husband Lee Walsh and Peter and his wife Debbie Fisher. Proud grandmother of Christopher, Elizabeth, Heather, Peter, Derek and Alyson. Cherished great grandmother of Mailea.
Fondly remembered by Margaret, John, Kirsty and Iain McConnell and many caring friends.
A Memorial Service will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel 1997 Dundas St., East (at Wavell) on Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 1 p.m. with an Interment of Cremated remains and reception to follow. Memorial Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Samuel Donald Hunt
March 10, 1912 - January 26, 2001
Funeral arrangements by Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel (London)
Peacefully at his home on January 26, 2001 with his good friends Dave and Mary by his side.
Sergeant Samuel “Donald” Hunt, a veteran of the army in World War II passed away in his 89th year.
In the late 40’s to early 60’s Don was London’s top flight badminton player and a great help in coaching and introducing new players to the sport as well as match maker. Don was a fan of all sports. As a spectator traveling to Toronto, no matter how bad the weather, to see the “Leafs” and also to see the “Blue Jay’s” play.
On his last day he wanted to get the latest sports results.
Predeceased by his loving parents Ewart and Edith Hunt. Also predeceased by wife Evelyn Hunt (Ling), sister Marjorie Wilson, and nephew-in-law John Hoover.
Survived by brother Ken of Dundas, sister Ellen of London, loving niece Linda and great niece Laurel. Also survived by many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Parkwood Hospital- Palliative Care Unit or a charity of your choice.
Due to wishes of Don, no Visitation or Service. Memorial Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, February 3rd, 2001 at 10 a.m. at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens (1997 Dundas St. E at Wavell) Pastor Tom Hiscock of Wesley- Knox United Church Officiating.
Memorial Funeral Home in care of arrangements (452-3770).
Mary Sneddon Dobbie Morley
June 26, 1909 - January 24, 2001
Funeral arrangements by Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel (London)
Peacefully on January 24, 2001 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, May, in her 92nd year slipped into eternal rest.
Loving mother of Eleanor (John) Marsh, Harold Morley (British Columbia), Charles (Eva) Morley (Calgary), Lorraine Watkin (North Carolina), Karen (John) Curry, Janice Couvillion.
Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, January 28, 2001 at 3 p.m. at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, 1774 Seeley Dr., London.
Memorial donations to the Sunshine Foundation of Canada, 1710- 148 Fullarton St., London, ON, N6A 5P3 would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Memorial Funeral Home in care of arrangements (452-3770).
Michael Peter Devine
October 19, 1977 - February 12, 2001
Unexpectedly on Monday, February 12th, 2001, Michael Peter Devine of London, in his 24th year.
Loving son of Johanna and Russell Devine. Dear brother of Christopher and his wife Jean. Fiancée of Christine. Proud grandson of Gwen. Loved by aunts and uncles Ginny and Bill, Mike, Debbie and Steve, Lynn and Larry, Ritchie, Pierrette and Terry, Kari-Lynn and Jeff, Willy and John, Rita and John and Peter. Numerous cousins also survive. Predeceased by his grandparents William Devine, Peter and Allegonda Van Lieshout and cousin Jeffrey Lagrois.
At the family’s request there will be no visitation. A public Memorial Service will be held at Forest Lawn Memnorial Chapel 1997 Dundas Street East (at Wavell) on Saturday, February 17th, 2001, at 11 a.m. with Reverend Ken Taylor officiating. Cremation.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Michael Devine Memorial Garden, or The Heart & Stroke Foundation or The London Regional Cancer Centre gratefully acknowledged.
Memorial Funeral Home in care of arrangements (519-452-3770).
Timothy James Larsen
July 21, 1988 - March 13, 2001
Funeral arrangements by Memorial Funeral Home (London)
On Tuesday, March 13th, 2001, Timothy James Larsen, age 12, of London.
Loved son to Michael, Barbara and Dave and dear brother of Jeffery.
Timothy will be sadly missed by his grandparents Shirley and Frank Hawthorne of Lucknow, all his family in Sweden, his aunt Dianne Hawthorne and uncle James Hawthorne.
Private family arrangements.
Expressions of sympathy may be made through Memorial donations to London Health Sciences Foundation Children’s Hospital of Western Ontario - 7th Floor.
Memorial Funeral Home (519-452-3770)
Alexander McLean Andress
March 22, 1934 - March 24, 2001
Funeral arrangements by Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel (London)
Suddenly at his residence on Saturday March 24, 2001 Alexander McLean Andress in his 68th Year.
Dear son of Irene Haycock and the late James Andress. Beloved husband of Joan for 47 years. Predeceased by one son Michael McLean Andress (1974). Loving father of Donald and David. Dear brother of Tom and his wife Nancy, Jim and his wife Chris. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Alex was a dedicated employee of the London Transit Commission for 43 years.
Friends will be received at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel (1997 Dundas Street East at Wavell) for visitation on Tuesday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday, March 28, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens>
Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation 617 Wellington St., London N6A 3R6 gratefully acknowledged. A tree will be planted in memory of Alex. Memorial Funeral Home in care of arrangements 452-3770.
Freda Wilkinson
December 19, 1911 - March 25, 2001
Funeral arrangements by Memorial Funeral Home (London)
At St. Thomas Elgin Hospital on Sunday, March 25, 2001, Freda Wilkinson, in her 90th year. Beloved wife of Harry Dawson Wilkinson Sr. (1966).
Dear mother of Harry and his wife Jean of Rodney.
Sadly missed and remembered by grandchildren Kelly Ransom (Andrew), Nicholas Dawson Wilkinson (Heather), and great-grandchildren Alexander and Mackenzie Ransom, Cole Dawson Wilkinson.
A Memorial Service will be held at Grace Anglican Church, West Lorne, on Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at 11 am.
Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home (519-452-3770).
