At Thamesview Lodge, Chatham, on Monday, May 19, 2003. KEN WHITING, 79 years, formerly of Petrolia. Beloved husband of Willa (nee McIntyre). Cherished father of Cheryl and Earl Northcott of Chatham, Richard Whiting of Saudi Arabia and Stacey Martin and Bruce Dilling of Sarnia. Special grandpa to Stephanie, Shawna, Jenifer, Derrick, Justin, Collin, Christopher, Corey and Samantha. Loving great grandpa of Jai-Lynn, Alexander and Andrew. Dear brother of Betty Dupuis of Sarnia, Leona and Lloyd Frayne of Petrolia, Muriel Frayne of Sarnia, Don and Mary Whiting of Petrolia, Stan and Thelma Whiting of Petrolia and the late Ross Whiting (1980). Ken operated a farm agency for Petro-Canada in Petrolia for many years. Ken served his country overseas for four years during World War 2. Visitors will be received on Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the NEEDHAM-JAY FUNERAL HOME, Petrolia, where the funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2003 at 1:30 p.m. Pastor Terry Burns of New Life Assembly officiating. Interment in Hillsdale cemetery. The Royal Canadian Legion Br. #216, will hold a memorial service on Wednesday at 6:45 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton or the Canadian Cancer Society.
Gladys Rose
Gladys Rose (nee Barnes), 88 years, of Petrolia, died at the Lambton Hospitals Group – Mitton St. Site, on Monday, May 19, 2003. Born in Wallaceburg, Mrs. Rose was predeceased by her parents, Walter and Florence Barnes (nee Lim) and her husband, Wilson “Nan” Rose (1998). Mrs. Rose is survived by her children, Sid Rose and Doris and Albert Chubaty all of Petrolia, her grandchildren, Elizabeth, Roy, Nicole, Aaron and Nadine, her great grandchildren, Sydnie, Keely, Wilson, Jordan, Leah, Melissa, Michelle, Darrell, Jamie, Ethan, Rodney and Breanna, her great great grandson, Alexander and her neices and nephew, Jennifer and LeRoy Weed of Petrolia, Karen Thorpe of Toronto and P.F. Clement of Petrolia and numerous other nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and her cremated remains will be interred in Hillsdale cemetery , Petrolia. Funeral arrangements are by the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the C.E.E. Hospital Foundation.
Lauretta Berberick
At Lambton Hospitals Group – Charlotte Eleanor Englehart Site, Petrolia, on Sunday, May 25, 2003. Lauretta Berberick (nee Hahn), 93 years, of Hanover. Loving wife of the late Clarence (1963). Dear mother to Ruth Mary and the late Jim Banks (2002), Julieanne and Jay Bamforth of Aurora, and the late Dr. David Berberick (1989) and Mary of Walkerton. Beloved grandmother to nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Dear sister to Florence Berberich and Stella Cassel both of Cambridge, Mayme Howlette of Elmira, Jean McDonald of Amberly Beach, Rita Berberich of Toronto, Lorne Hahn of Wallenstein, and the late Ed, Bert, Bill, and Bud Hahn. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Berberick was a member of Holy Family Church C.W.L., the Hanover Horticultural Society, the Hanover Senior Citizens Friendship Club, and the Hanover Shuffle Board Club. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Church, Hanover, on Thursday, May 29, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. with Father Dave Cote as celebrant. Interment in Holy Family cemetery , Hanover. Visitation will be held at the church from 11 a.m. to the mass time. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or Canadian Diabetes Association. Arrangements entrusted to the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia (519-882-0100).
Lorraine Mavity
At the Lambton Hospitals Group – C.E.E. Site, Petrolia, on Wednesday, May 28, 2003. Lorraine Mavity (nee Rawson), 70 years, of Oil Springs. Loving wife of Jack. Beloved mother of John and Shirley Mavity and their children Jay, Charles, and Samantha of Kinburn. Dear sister Marjorie and Morgan Schieck and Helen Preston all of Sarnia. Sister-in-law to Marilyn Scharf of Orange, California and the late Marjorie Ogilvie. Visitors will be received on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. Rev. Dean Adlam of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment in Hillsdale cemetery , Petrolia. The Pythian Sister’s Founders Temple #21, Petrolia will hold a memorial service on Friday at 7:00 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the C.E.E. Hospital Foundation.
Alfred Hyatt
At the London Health Sciences Centre, University Campus, on Thursday, May 29, 2003. Alfred Hyatt, 78 years, of Petrolia. Beloved husband of Katherine (nee Wood). Dear father of Katherine Hyatt of Toronto, Margy and Don Muller of Camlachie and Marianne Hyatt of Petrolia. Dear grandfather of Susan Muller. Dear brother of Bob and Renie Hyatt, Elwood Hyatt, Bernice Spearman and Marion Routley all of Sarnia, Lois and Roger Kettle of Chatham, Tom Hyatt of Petrolia and the late Keith and John Hyatt. Alf was a member and elder of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, a World War II naval veteran, and an Imperial Oil annuitant. Visitors will be received on Friday, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the NEEDHAM-JAY FUNERAL HOME, Petrolia, where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2003 at 3:00 p.m., with Rev. Dean Adlam of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment in Hillsdale cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made in Alf’s memory to the St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Window Restoration Fund.
Tom Charlton
CHARLTON - At the Lambton Hospitals Group – C.E.E Hospital Site, Petrolia, on Saturday, June 7, 2003. TOM CHARLTON of Petrolia, in his 75th year. Beloved husband of Doreen (nee Doan) Loving father of Bruce and Marie Charlton and Rod and Pam Charlton all of Petrolia. Loving grandfather of Chad, Crystal, Darcy, Kelly and Todd and loving great grandfather of Gregory and Sarah. Dear brother of Marjorie and Tom Hewitt of Petrolia and the late Reg (Tony) Charlton (1994). Special thanks to Tom’s “extended” family, Dr. John Butler and the “angels” at Continuing Care. Tom was an Imperial Oil retiree. Visitors will be received on Monday, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the NEEDHAM-JAY FUNERAL HOME, Petrolia, where the funeral service will be held on Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Brian Shoesmith and Fr. Dan Vere officiating. Interment in Hillsdale cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to C.E.E. Hospital Foundation (Continuing Care).
Doug Currah
The Star that shines the brightest is now ours. That’s our husband, our dad, our papa. Surrounded by his family on Wednesday, June 11, 2003 at the farm he closed his eyes for a peaceful sleep. He now joins his dad Bill (1982), mother Margaret (2003), and gets to meet his Sister Donna (1938). Born February 13th, 1939, Doug Currah of R.R.#3 Oil Springs, attended Ridgetown Agricultural College and farmed his whole life and built numerous pole barns and houses all over Lambton County. Loving him forever and always are his wife of 37 years, Mary Jane (nee McNnight), his son Darryl and fiancee Kim of Sarnia and his daughter and “Darling” Leigh-Anne and her husband and one of Doug’s best buddies and on call partner John Siebert of Kingsville. Cherished Papa to Brittany, Daniele, Julie, Mark Douglas, Chelsea, and Rachel. His brother Don Currah and his wife Carol and their children of Courtright, his sister Mary Margaret Langis of Sarnia, as well as his mother-in-law Simone McKnight of Wallaceburg will all have fond memories of Doug and all the fun they’ve had together. Visitors will be received on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia where the a funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Jeff Smith officiating. Interment in Wyoming cemetery. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made the Windsor Regional Cancer Center.
Glenn Tims
At Lambton Hospitals Group – Charlotte Eleanor Englehart Site, on Thursday, June 12, 2003. Glenn Tims, 82 years, of Sarnia and formerly of Petrolia. Beloved husband of Cynthia (nee Collins). Cherished father of Cheryll and Sheldon Frank and Sylvia and Baron Blais all of Sarnia. Devoted grandfather to Marc, Ryan, and Noelle Frank and Sean and Jason Blais and great grandfather to Crystal, Olivia, Patrick, and Cole. Dear brother of Helen Burke of Petrolia, Jean Little of Sarnia and the late Doris (1983), Sterling (1988), Karl (1997), and Keith (1998) Tims. Predeceased by his parents Herb and Blanche Tims. Will be missed by sister-in-law Mary Tims. Mr. Tims served his country in World War II with the Perth Regiment. A private funeral service will be held. With interment at Wyoming cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the War Amps.
Gladys Kells
At Fiddick’s Nursing Home, Petrolia on Saturday, June 14, 2003. Gladys Kells (nee McEachern), 95 years, of Petrolia. Loving wife of the late James Kells (1972). Beloved mother of Ron and Noreen Kells of Brigden, Bill and Gloria Kells of Petrolia, and the late June Jackson (1997) and her husband Ralph Jackson of Wyoming. Cherished grandmother to Dianne Jackson of Edmonton, Michael and Pam Jackson of Petrolia, Lesley and Jeff Belanger of Brampton, Jay Kells and his fiancee Mary Jane Kingsley of Petrolia, Julie Kells of Brantford, and Marcia and Bryan Campbell of Newmarket and great grandmother to six great grandchildren. Predeceased by brothers and sisters Euphemia Kells, Helen McRae, D.N McEachern, and Donald McEachern. Mrs. Kells was teacher in Lambton County for over 25 years. Visitors will be received on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia where the funeral serive will be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Robert M. Gibson of St. Paul’s United church officiating. Interment in Wyoming cemetery. O.E.S. Brittania Chapter #34 will hold a memorial service on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. As expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made Kidney Foundation or C.E.E. Hospital Foundation.
Suzanna Pecena
Friday, December 31, 1909 - Wednesday, June 18, 2003
At Fiddick’s Nursing Home, Petrolia, on Wednesday, June 18, 2003. SUZANNA PECENA (nee Gaborko), 93 years, formerly of Inwood and Alvinston. Beloved wife of the late Rudy (1980). Dear mother of Mary and D. Allan Campbell of Petrolia, Don and Inez Pecena of Alvinston and Lydia and Robert VanEvery of Flint, Michigan. Dear sister of Ann and Don Campbell of Toronto, John and Betty Gaborko of Wyoming, Paul and Emily Gaborko of Petrolia, Virginia Hodgson of Brampton and the late Stefan Gaborko (twin) (1990) and Katarina Hriadel (2002). Also survived by a sister-in-law, Katarina Gaborko of Petrolia, seven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Visitors will be received on Friday, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the NEEDHAM-JAY FUNERAL HOME, Petrolia, where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Judy Campbell of Inwood United Church officiating. Interment in Alvinston cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made in Mrs. Pecena’s memory to Inwood United Church or the C.E.E. Hospital Foundation.
The Angels in Heaven rejoice.
John Core
On Wednesday July 23, 2003, John Core, 71 years of Petrolia. Beloved husband of Ruth (nee Oakes). Loving father of Christopher and Kimberly Core of Chatham and grandfather of Samantha. Dear brother of Kathleen and Ralph Prince of Alvinston, Ray and Bonnie, Walter and Cathy, and Augusta Core all of Petrolia, Ruby and Maurice Rankin of Oil Springs, and Shirley and Donald Hope of Dorchester. Predeceased by his parents Archie and Margarita Core. Brother-in-law of June and Ken McGregor and Harry and Marjorie Oakes all of Sarnia and Shirley and Richard Yorke of Port Huron. Will also be missed by many nieces and nephews. Visitors will be received on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Needham –Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia. A funeral service will be held at Christ Anglican Church, Petrolia, on Saturday, July 26, 2003 at 11.00 a.m. Rev. Brian Shoesmith officiating. Interment in Hillsdale cemetery. The Petrolia Masonic Lodge #194 will hold a service on Friday at 7:p.m. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Christ Anglican Church and C.E.E. Hospital Foundation.
Glen White
At the Lambton Hospitals Group – Mitton St. Site, on Wednesday, July 30, 2003. Glen White, 85 years, of Oil City. Beloved husband of Clara (Powers) and the late Helen (1977) and Ilene (1983). Dear father of Muriel and Garnet Simington and Gordon and Norma Jean White all of Petrolia and Bruce and Barb White of Sombra. Dear step-father of Warren and Joanne Powers of Inwood, Muriel and Brian Wright of Camlachie, Donna Powers-Garner of Sarnia, Bill and Ann Randall of Petrolia and Fred Randall of Sarnia and the late Midge Quenneville. Dear brother of Harold and Pauline White of Petrolia, Florence White of Petrolia and formerly of Dresden and the late Ada Zavitz (1998), Royden White (1995), and William White (1998). Dear grandfather of Karen and Doug McLean, Steven and Shannon White, Carol and Todd McDougall, Michael and Alana White, and Debbie White and fiance Adam Tack. Great grandfather to Jacob, Kaleb, Tyler, Ashley, Brittaney, Zachary, and Tyler. Visitors will be recived on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia, where the funeral service will be held on Friday, August 1, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Jeff Smith and Rev. Mark Perry officiating. Interment in Hillsdale cemetery , Petrolia. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Oil City United Church.
Elizabeth Leitch
LEITCH - At the Lambton Hospitals Group – Mitton St. Site, on Saturday, August 2, 2003. Elizabeth (Betty) Leitch (nee Munday), 88 years, of the Residence on the St. Clair, Sarnia and formerly of Petrolia and Oakdale. Predeceased by her parents, Stephen and Viola Munday. Beloved wife of the late Garnet (1991). Dear mother of Malcolm and Marilyn Leitch of Dresden and Lola and Barry Dudley of Petrolia. Cherished grandmother of Brian and Kevin Leitch and Stephanie and Jackie Dudley. Dear sister of Graydon and Jean Munday of Courtright, Freda and Doug Freeman of Toronto and the late Verena Blake (1992), Ila and Ilene Munday (1924), Vella Matthews (2002), Mary Anne (Mamie) MacBain (1999), Cecil Munday (1971), Lorne Munday (1985), Billy Munday (1921) and Robert Munday (1924). Also survived by a brother-in-law, Burton Leitch of Petrolia and Hal MacBain of Toronto. Visitors will be received on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia, where the funeral service will be held, Tuesday, August 5, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Mrs. Jessie Dobbyn officiating. Interment in Shetland cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Lambton Hospitals Foundation or the St. Paul’s United Church Memorial Fund.
Nellie Morningstar
MORNINGSTAR - At Fiddick’s Nursing Home, Petrolia, on Sunday, September 28, 2003. Nellie Morningstar (nee Neathway), 78 years, of Petrolia. Beloved wife of the late Everett Morningstar (2002). Dear mother of Larry and Brenda of Brigden, Wayne and Melba of Petrolia, Sharon and Warren Weiss of Point Edward, Danny and Juanita and Jeff and Lynda all of Petrolia. Dear sister of Pearl Fox of Sarnia, Ruth Whitlock, Pat Porter, Lois Racher all of Petrolia and the late Fred Neathway (1996). Also survived by 18 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Visitors will be received on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia. The funeral service will be held at the New Life Assembly, Oozloffsky St., Petrolia, on Wednesday, October 1, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Terry Burns officiating. Interment in Hillsdale cemetery , Petrolia. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Activity Fund at Fiddick’s Nursing Home or the New Life Assembly.
Derk Bebingh
BEBINGH - Went to be with his Lord, on Friday, October 3, 2003, at the Lambton Hospitals Group – C.E.E. Site, Petrolia. Derek Jans Bebingh, of Wyoming, in his 84th year. Born in Assen, the Netherlands he was the son of the late Egbert and Berendina Bebingh. Beloved husband of Elsien (Huijes) and the late Jantje (nee Krale)(1986). Predeceased by a daughter Diane Van Barneveld(2000). Dear father of John and Sientje Bebingh of Watford, Alta and Henry Van Vliet of Kingsville, Egbert and Jackie Bebingh of Forest, Rick and Alice Bebingh of Stratford and father-in-law of Henry and Mary Van Barneveld of Zurich. Survived by thirteen grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren and step children Harm Huisjes of Lethbridge, Alberta, Minnie and Bert Kaldeway of Orono, Harry Huisjes of Stratford, and several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren. Also survived by three sisters and two brother all of the Netherlands and was also predeceased by a brother and sister. Visitors were received on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Wyoming Chapel, Broadway St., Wyoming. The funeral service will held Monday, October 6, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at the Wyoming Christian Reformed Church, with Rev. Peter Moelker officiating. Interment in Beechwood cemetery , Forest. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society.
Hazel Charlton
At her home on Monday, October 6, 2003, HAZEL CHARLTON (nee Markham), 65 years, of Oil Springs. Loving mother of Alan and Deanna Charlton of Oil Springs and their son Keith. Beloved daughter of Eva Markham and the late Pete (1978). Dear Sister of Bud and Linda Markham of Zurich and Marilyn and Ted Bulley of Chatham. Visitors will be received on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the NEEDHAM-JAY FUNERAL HOME, Petrolia where a funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2003 at 1 p.m. Rev. Brian Shoesmith of Christ Anglican Church officiating. Interment in Oil Springs cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be sent to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or Children’s Hospital of Western Ontario Foundation.
