HOLMES, William Norman - (former employee of the Town of Acton) Peacefully, surrounded by his family on Sunday, September 29, 2002 at Groves Memorial Hospital in Fergus. Bill was the beloved husband of Patricia McLeod and loving father of Tricia and her husband Steven Geremia of Guelph. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Pearl and his brother Daniel. The family wish to express their appreciation to the second floor nurses at Groves Memorial Hospital. The family will receive friends at the MacKinnon Family Funeral Home, "Shoemaker Chapel", 55 Mill Street East, Acton (853-0350) today (Tuesday) from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place in the "Shoemaker Chapel" on Thursday, October 3, 2002 at 11 a.m. The Rev. J. Mark Tiller will officiate. The interment will follow at Fairview cemetery. Remembrances to the Palliative Care Unit at Groves Memorial Hospital or Hospice Wellington would be appreciated by the family.
CALLAGHAN, Dorothy Jean - The family of Dorothy Callaghan is sad-dened to announce her passing on September 30, 2002, at the age of 66 years. Her husband John; daughters, Julie and Cathy and son-in-law, Anil Purandare mourn her death. She is survived by her brother, Fred Bagg and numerous nephews; nieces and cousins. She was a committed and generous wife, mother and friend. Her kindness touched many. Her companionship and smile will be forever missed. Her spirit will live on in our minds and hearts. The family greatly appreciated the care and support that was given to Dorothy during her short illness by the staff at the Guelph General Hospital. The family will receive friends at the Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home & Chapel, 252 Dublin St. N., Guelph, tonight (Tuesday) from 7-9 p.m. and on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2002 from 11-1 p.m. A funeral service will take place at the funeral home chapel at 1 p.m. Interment Marymount cemetery. A tea to celebrate her life and memory will be held in the funeral home fellowship lounge immediately following the service and interment. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Guelph General Hospital Foundation or the St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Joseph's Parish.
CHAMBERS, Frank Edward - With deep sadness, Frank's family announces his death on October 1, 2002, at the age of 81, at Pinehaven Nursing Home. Frank died with peace and dignity, surrounded by his family, after a courageous struggle following a stroke. Cherished husband of Lois (Jackson) for 48 years, Frank was a devoted spouse and father who instilled a strong sense of family in his children. Treasured father of Patricia (Donald) Bieronski of Kitchener and Deborah (Craig) Kennedy of Toronto; dear and proud grandfather of Andrew and Michael Bieronski and Matthew and Shannon Kennedy. Also survived by his brother Harold (Phyllis) Chambers of Elora, brother-in-law Griffin (Ethel) Jackson of Fergus as well as his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Robert and Ellen Chambers and beloved sister, Jean. A proud Canadian, Frank served his country as a Lancaster pilot in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. He flew with the 207 Squadron in Bomber Command of the Royal Air Force. At wars end, Frank attended the University of Toronto. Soon after graduation, he re-enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force, retiring in 1970 with the rank of Major (Squadron Leader). Frank spent the next sixteen years at the University of Waterloo as an administrative assistant in the then Faculty of Human Kinetics and Leisure Studies. He particularly enjoyed his association with the students who often sought his counsel. Franks faith was important to him and, until his stroke, he was an active member of St. James Rosemount United Church. He volunteered for many years with the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario and with one of the breakfast programs for school children. A talented athlete, with a passion for sports, Frank played on several lacrosse and hockey teams. He hung up his hockey skates at the age of 73. Franks family will receive friends at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener (749-8467) on Thursday, October 3, 2002 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Friday October 4, 2002 at St. James Rosemount United Church (172 Sherwood Ave., Kitchener). Rev. Rick Burgess officiating. In Franks memory, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre or St. James Rosemount United Church would be appreciated by the family. His family gratefully acknowledges the care provided by the staff of Pinehaven Nursing Home. Their cheerful, respectful and compassionate manner made an often difficult journey much easier. Memorials and condolences www.obit411.com/852
BODO, Josef - It is with great sadness, that Josef's death at Groves Memorial Community Hospital, Fergus, Thursday, September 19, 2002, is announced. Joe was born July 29, 1910, in Hungary and was the last surviving member of his immediate family, both in Canada and Hungary. He was predeceased by his son, Peter (1997); sister, Margit Bulyovszky (1988) and two brothers and three sisters in Hungary. He and his son Peter immigrated to Canada in 1972 and settled at Simcoe, Ontario with his sister Margit and husband Laszlo Bulyovszky. They later moved to Guelph, Ontario and Joe was employed at St. Joseph's Hospital until his retirement. He was a resident at the Caressant Care Nursing Home, Fergus for the past three years. Vigil for Josef Bodo was held at the Wall-Custance Funeral Home and Chapel, 206 Norfolk St., Guelph, Friday, September 20, 2002 at 11:30 a.m., with the Rev. Father Franjo Spracj of St. John's Parish, Guelph officiating. Cremation has taken place. Committal service and interment will be held at Woodlawn cemetery , 762 Woolwich St., Guelph, Thursday, September 26, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. Memorial donations to St. John's Building Fund, 45 Victoria Rd. N., Guelph N1E 5G9 or a charity of choice would be appreciated. A tree will be planted in memory of Josef Bodo in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest, University of Guelph, Arboretum. Dedication service Sunday, Sept. 21, 2003, at 2:30 p.m.
GOWLAND, Alison Isabel - Suddenly, at Guelph General Hospital, on Monday, September 23, 2002, Alison Isabel (Dick) Gowland, in her 52nd year, was the beloved wife of Peter Gowland, of Guelph. Loving mother of Hannah and Constance, both at home. Beloved daughter of Dorothy Dick and the late Alexander Dick. Dear sister of John Dick and his wife Angela and Stephen Dick, all of England. Private cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will take place at the Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home & Chapel, 252 Dublin St. N., Guelph, on Friday, September 27, 2002 at 11 a.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
HERDMAN, Floyd Wilson - Courageously and peacefully went home to be with the Lord, on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2002, after a long struggle with diabetes, heart and kidney disease. He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Sally of Leamington and his children Don Herdman of Sudbury, Rick Herdman and his wife Alice of Kitchener, Debbie Christie and her husband Alan of Leamington, Gaston and his wife Nan St. Louis of Mount Forest. Lovingly remembered by Lise Herdman of Sudbury and grandchildren, Scott of Quebec, Patrick of Sudbury, Leah, Rebecca, Andrew of Kitchener, Johnathon, Pamela of Leamington, Stephen of Toronto, Joanne and husband Bernie of Cannington, Rueben of Stayner and Susanne of Montreal and great-grandchild, Emile of Cannington. Dear brother of Jim and his late wife Marion of Toronto, Rose and husband Bill of Trenton and Florence and husband Ralph of Midland. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews and dear friends throughout Ontario. Much thanks and great appreciation are given to Dr. Guerra, Dr. Bagga, Dr. Kadri, Dr. Callaghan, Dr. Jones and Dr. Simpson, the nurses of the renal dialysis unit at Hotel Dieu and the nurses of 2 South at Leamington District Hospital. To the ambulance attendants of Sports Medic and the men from the Leamington Legion who gave of themselves and their time selflessly and to our Pastor John Stewart who has been a great source of comfort. Thank you all for your loving kindness, help and support. Visiting at the Hammond Funeral Home, 318 Erie St., S., Leamington, (326-8423) today (Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2002) from 10:30 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m., Pastor John Stewart officiating. Cremation to follow. Memorial donations made by cheque to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated.
BARTOK, William David (Bill) - 1959-2002, passed away suddenly at his home, on Tuesday, June 4, 2002. Loving son of John and Doreen (nee Amos) Bartok. Loved brother of John (Jackie) Bartok, Linda (Roland) Samuels, Karen (Dennis) Whitney, Darlene, Kathy (Frank) From and Steve Bartok. Uncle to Tammy, Jennifer, Amanda, Melissa, Chantal, Christine, Brandon and Jason and great-uncle to Adrienne, Nathaniel, Sarah and Christopher. A Private Family Funeral Service was held for Bill at the Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home & Chapel, 252 Dublin St. N., Guelph on Monday, June 10, 2002 with the Rev. Mark Tiller officiating. Interment in Woodlawn cemetery.
PARKER, Marguerite Ellen (Rita) - Passed away, August 9, 2002. Resident of Guelph and formerly of Toronto. Widow of Eric Lancelot Parker. Beloved aunt of Julie Trimby of England. Former Justice of the Peace, longtime contributor to animal care organizations. A celebration of her life will be held at the Wall-Custance Funeral Home & Chapel, 206 Norfolk St., Guelph, Saturday, September 28, 2002 at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation to animal shelters would be appropriate to Marguerite's memory. A tree will be planted in memory of Marguerite Parker in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest, University of Guelph, Arboretum. Dedication service Sunday, Sept. 22, 2002, at 2:30 p.m.
McLAREN, S.J., Brother Eugene - At Rene Goupil Jesuits, Pickering, Ontario, on September 23, 2002, in his 99th year and 70th in religious life. Brother McLaren entered the Society of Jesus in 1933. He worked tirelessly all his life in many ministries of the Canadian Jesuits. Friends may call at the Rosar-Morrison Funeral Home & Chapel, 467 Sherbourne St., Toronto from 2-4 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25 (today) and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25 (today) at St. Ignatius Chapel Manresa Retreat House, Liverpool Road North Pickering, Ont. Mass of the Resurrection at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, 2002, St. Ignatius Chapel Manresa Retreat House, Liverpool Road North, Pickering, Ont. Burial service in the Jesuit cemetery , Guelph, 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, 2002. In memory of Brother McLaren, donations may be made to The Jesuit Development Office, 1325 Bay St., Toronto M5R 2C4.
GOWLAND, Alison Isabel - Suddenly, at Guelph General Hospital, on Monday, September 23, 2002, Alison Isabel (Dick) Gowland, in her 52nd year, was the beloved wife of Peter Gowland, of Guelph. Loving mother of Hannah and Constance, both at home. Beloved daughter of Dorothy Dick and the late Alexander Dick. Dear sister of John Dick and his wife Angela and Stephen Dick, all of England. Private cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will take place at the Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home & Chapel, 252 Dublin St. N., Guelph, on Friday, September 27, 2002 at 11 a.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
BLOW, Kenneth Sheldon - Suddenly, on September 21, 2002, Kenneth Sheldon Blow passed away. He is predeceased by his parents; his brother, Jack and sister, Doris Graham. Kenneth is survived by his children, Sheldon, Andrew and Christine (nee Aitcheson) and granddaughters, Victoria and Kristen. He is also survived by his brother, Melbourne and sister, Margaret Wood and numerous friends and colleagues. Born June 13, 1924 Kenneth evolved the Acton Machine Shop into Blow Press Limited. His on-going involvement, guidance and over 50 years of leadership in the organization was a source of admiration and inspiration to the customers, employees and suppliers. Kenneth's love for aviation, fine dining and the arts is reflected in the values of his family whom he cherished. A memorial service will be held to celebrate his life at Knox Presbyterian Church in Acton, Ontario on Friday, September 27 (today) at 11 a.m., with a luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers the Blow family would appreciate that all donations be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or Toronto Symphony Orchestra.
WHITE, Betty Jane - Peacefully, with her family by her side, at Guelph General Hospital, on Monday, September 23, 2002, at the age of 82. Loving and devoted mother of Valerie Johnston and much loved Grama of Melanie and Andrea. Predeceased by her husband, the late Russell White. Sister of the late David Palmer (Carol) and John (Mac) Palmer. Dear aunt of Susan and David and great-aunt of Steven, Jordan, Mitchell and James. Following cremation in Guelph, a memorial service will take place at 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 28, 2002, at Frankford United Church, Frankford, Ontario. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Arthritis Society would be appreciated by the family. (Cards available at the Gilbert MacIntyre and Son Funeral Home, 252 Dublin St. N., Guelph, N1H 4P3, 519-822-4731 or e-mail info@gilbertmacintyreandson.com). A special thank you to the staff at Riverside Glen, Guelph and especially to those on the Assisted Care Floor for their tender and loving care. They willingly went many extra miles. To Dr. Tom Kotalik for his gentle guidance and caring. To the nursing staff on the 4th floor east at Guelph General Hospital for their compassion and support during the final days.
