at Niagara Health System, Welland Site, on November 22, 2003, Oren Elwood (Dick) McCombs of Welland, in his 89th year. Beloved husband to June, for 51 years and loving father of Richard McCombs, Timothy McCombs and his wife Debra and Elayne Mikkelsaar. Also loved by his grandchildren James and Amy McCombs, Brian McCombs, Matthew, David, Kailey McCombs, Erik and Michael Mikkelsaar and great grandchild Ian McCombs. Dear brother of Helen Fitzgerald, Marie Beardwood, and Clyde McCombs. Predeceased by brother Loyde McCombs of France. Oren served in the Canadian Artillery Regiment from 1939 to 1945 in France, Belgium Holland and Germany. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 & 7-9pm Monday, November 24th, at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME - DIXON CHAPEL, 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Tuesday, November 25th 2003 at 11:00am. with Reverend Frank Walker of Fonthill United Church officiating. Interment Pleasantview Memorial Gardens. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association. A donation is being made to the Welland Hospital Foundation through the Pedlar Funeral Home Lifetime Memories Program.
Mrs Julia "Stiener" Neuner
at the Extended Care Unit of Welland Hospital, on Sunday November 23rd 2003. Mrs. Julia Neuner, in her 95th year. Loving mother and great missed by her daughters Julia Helstab and her husband Edmond of Fonthill and Clara Hokhold and her husband Frank of Armstrong B.C. Also loved by her grandchildren; Susan, Edmond, Judith and Nancy, Clara, Frank and Andrew and her great-grandchildren Genevieve, Joseph and Lauren, Patricia, Kimmy and Shelly, Frank and Maria. Predeceased by her husband Frank and her parents and brother in Hungary. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Tuesday November 25th at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME - DIXON CHAPEL, 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Alexander's Catholic Church, 50 Pelham Town Square (at Station Street) Fonthill, on Wednesday November 26th at 11:00 am. Interment Holy Cross cemetery , Welland. Prayers will be said at the funeral home Tuesday evening at 7:30 pm. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimers Society or to the Welland Hospital Foundation. A donation is being made to the Welland Hospital Foundation through the Pedlar Funeral Home Lifetime Memories Program.
Mrs. Helen Louise "Wilson" Marquis
at The Henley House, St. Catharines, on Tuesday November 25th 2003 Mrs. Helen Louise (Wilson) Marquis of St. Catharines, in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late James Norris Marquis (1970). Predeceased by her sisters Muriel Bell, Belva L. Holditch, Fannie E. Kemp, Edith M. Shannon and her brother Herbert E. Wilson. Survived by several nieces, nephews and many dear friends. Mrs. Marquis was a member of St. Paul Street United Church in St. Catharines for many years. Visitation at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME - DIXON CHAPEL, 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill, on Friday November 28th 2003 from 10 am until service at 11 am with Reverend Dr. Philip A. Cline officiating. Interment Fonthill cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Paul Street United Church, 366 St. Paul Street, St. Catharines Ontario L2R 3N2.
Mrs Heidi Marie "Karge" Gecse
at Niagara Health System, St. Catharines Site, on Thursday, October 16, 2003, Heidi Gecse of Fonthill, in her 62nd year. Beloved wife of Alex and loving mother of Tom Gecse and his wife Kelley of Welland, Andy Gecse and his wife Mary of St. Catharines and Mike Gecse and his wife Carol of Kitchener. Also loved by her grandchildren Anthony, Sarah and Jonathon. Dear sister of Rosemary Kessler of Fonthill and Linda Prozenko and her husband Henry of Udora. Survived by her mother-in-law Elizabeth Gecse in Hungary, sister-in-law Elizabeth Fodor also in Hungary and several nieces and nephews all in Europe and Canada. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Sunday, October 19th, at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME - DIXON CHAPEL, 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill, where the complete funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Monday, October 20th 2003 at 11:00 am. with cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. A donation is being made to the Welland Hospital Foundation through the Pedlar Funeral Home Lifetime Memories Program, in memory of Mrs. Gecse.
Mr Jack Connell Haun
at Niagara Health System, Welland Site on Monday, October 20, 2003, Jack C. Haun of Fonthill, in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Muriel Martin-Haun and the late Belva Haun (1986). Dear father of Beverley Haun-Moss and her husband John of Peterborough, Mark Haun of Fonthill and step-father of Carol VanAlstine and her late husband Jack VanAlstine of Fenwick, Ken Martin and his wife Marilyn of Ridgeville and Kathryn Silkiewycz of Fonthill. Also loved by his grandchildren, Mallory, Scott, Mark, Bob, Jennifer, Craig, Rachel and Nathan. "You were loved by all of us." Jack was a Long time member of Fonthill Baptist Church and a former member of the Welland Flying Club. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Wednesday, October 22nd at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME-DIXON CHAPEL, 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill. The funeral service will be conducted at Fonthill Baptist Church, 1414 Pelham Street, (at Church Hill ), Fonthill on Thursday, October 23, 2003 at 11:00am with Pastor Ken Martin and Reverend Robert Rittenhouse officiating. Interment Fonthill cemetery. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario. A donation is being made to the Welland Hospital Foundation through the James L. Pedlar Lifetime Memories Progam.
Mr Austin Charles Wort
at Linhaven, St. Catharines, on Friday October 10th 2003 in his 74th year. Mr. Austin "Ozzie" Wort, beloved husband of the late Beverly Madeline (Harvey) Wort (2002). Loving father of Randy Wort of Toronto, Wendy Schmied and her husband Henry of Buckhorn, Gary Wort and his wife Lisa of Fonthill, Lesly Mason and her husband Brad of Oshawa and Shelley Chambers and her husband Mark of Smithville. Also loved by his 9 grandchildren. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 pm. Tuesday ,October 14th, at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME-DIXON CHAPEL, 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill Ontario, where the complete funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 11:00 am.with Reverend Jim Manuel officiating. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Niagara,403 Ontario Street, Unit 1, St. Catharines L2N 1L5, or the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario. A donation is being made to the Welland Hospital Foundation through the James L. Pedlar Lifetime Memories Program
Mr Raymond Charles Dilts
at the Lambton Hospitals Group - Mitton Street Site, Sarnia, on October 2, 2003. Raymond Charles Dilts, age 89 years., a resident of Thompson Gardens, Corunna and formerly of the Fonthill Area. Beloved husband of the late Sallee (1988). Dear father of Donna Rae Leatherdale abd her husband Ben of Mooretown. Loving grandfather of Wendy Crawford and her husband Gary of mooretown. Also survived by his nephews, Doug Martin and his wife Martha of Calgary and John McIntyre and his wife Lori of Komoka; his nieces, Jean Goldie and her husband Hugh of Saskatoon and Andrea McIntyre and her companion Ray Poitoer of Appin. Predeceased by his sisters Edna and Leta. Ray was a co-founder of the St. John's Volunteer Fire Department nd served as Secretary-Treasurer for over 50 years and he was a retired Market Gardener. Friends will be received at the Knight Funeral Home 588 St. Clair Parkway, Corunna on Sunday October 5th from 2-4 & 7-9 pm, then to the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME - DIXON CHAPEL, 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill for visitation on Tuesday October 7th, from 1:00 pm. until the time of service at 2:00 pm. As an expression of sympathy friends who wish may send memorial donations to the Humane Society or to a charity of your Choice.
Mrs. Dorothy Verdun "Hales" Fitkowski
at Sunset Haven Nursing Home, Welland, on Saturday October 4th 2003, in her 88th year. Beloved wife of the late William Fitkowski (1999). Loving mother of Dianne Gunter (Jim) of Fonthill, David Fitkowski (Gale) of Simcoe, Bill Fitkowski of Bowmanville and Peter Fitkowski (Peggy) of Chippawa. Also loved by her grandchildren Dana, Charles, Tony, Carrie, Bryce, Rachael, Joseph and predeceased by her grandson Nicolas. Dear sister of Elsie Couchmen (and her late husband Bert) of Welland. Mrs. Fitkowski was a member of St. Alexander's Catholic Church C.W.L., Moose Lodge in Welland and the Liberal Ladies in Welland. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Wednesday at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME - DIXON CHAPEL, 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Thursday, October 9, 2003 at 11:00 am. with Father Peter Walton of St. Alexander's Catholic Church officiating. Interment Fonthill cemetery. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimers Society or to a charity of your choice. We would like to thank the staff at Sunset Haven Nursing Home for the excellent care and kindness shown to our Mother. A donation is being made to the Welland Hospital Foundation through the James L. Pedlar Lifetime Memories Program.
Mr Douglas Ray Culp
"He was my love, he was my life and my strength, we shared 24 years together and have three beautiful children". It is with sorrow that Laura, Crystal, Greg and Zac announce the passing of a beloved husband and father, at St. Catharines General Hospital, on Monday October 27th 2003. Doug Culp of Fonthill, in his 52nd year. Predeceased by his parents Herb and Wyn Culp. Survived by Martin and Lois Culp of Fonthill, Pat and Brian Gale of Fonthill, Steve and Patricia Culp of Burlington, Bob and Sue Culp of St. Catharines and several nieces, nephews and their families. Son-in-law of Olga Travis of Welland and brother-in-law of Sam and Carol Travis, Guy and Estelle Travis, Cindy and Jerry Vanstone all of Welland and their families. He enjoyed many years as a Scout Leader with the 9th Welland Scout Troop. Laura would like to thank Dr. Thomas Nolan and the St. Catharines General ICU for all their special care and the Toronto General Hospital ICU. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 & 7-9 pm, Wednesday October 29th at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME - DIXON CHAPEL 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill, where the complete funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Thursday October 30th 2003 at 1:00 pm., with Reverend Kim Wright of Wesley United Church officiating. Interment of cremains at a later date. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Arthritis Society. A donation is being made to the Welland Hospital Foundation through the Pedlar Funeral Home Lifetime Memories Program.
Ian John Wiliam Saunders
Peacefully at his residence on Saturday August 3, 2002 Ian Saunders of RR#1 Ridgeville in his 69th year. Beloved husband of Leila (Jackson) Saunders and loving father of Allan, Stan and Glen. He will fondly be remembered by his three grandaughters Karly, Brianne and Andrea. He was predeceased by his parents Ruth and William Saunders, one brother Rodney and daughter Corinne. Ian worked for the Welland Parks Department from 1983 until 1994. He was a member of the Fenwick I.O.O.F. (Independent Order of Oddfellows) for 25 years. He was a member of St. David's Anglican Church Welland. The family will receive friends at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME-DIXON CHAPEL, 1292 Pelham Street Fonthill, Tuesday August 6, 2002 from 3 pm. until the time of the service in the chapel at 4pm. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Help a Child smile.
Mr John Warren Sebben
Suddenly at the West Lincoln Memorial Hospital, on Tuesday November 4th 2003. Loving husband and best friend of Margaret (nee Haist). Cherished father of Judith Anne Peters and a special grandpa to Sarah, Ryan, Ashley, Alexa, Joshua and Connor. Warren will be sadly missed by his brother David. Lovingly remembered by Nieces, Nephews, Family and Friends. Warren was a member of the Phoenix Lodge #535 A.F. & A.M. and affiliated with Amity Lodge #32 A.F.& A.M. Dunnville. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 p.m on Thursday, November 6th at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME - DIXON CHAPEL, 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill where the memorial service will be conducted in the chapel on Friday, November 7th at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Orville James of the Wellington Square United Church officiating. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the West Lincoln Memorial Hospital Building Fund or Charity of your choice. Phoenix Lodge #535 A.F. & A.M. will conduct a service at the funeral home Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m.
Mr. Gerald Garnet Hunt
Peacefully at St. Catharines General Hospital, on Saturday, September 20, 2003, after a courageous battle with prostate cancer. Jerry Hunt of Fonthill, in his 60th year. Beloved husband of Gaye and loving father of Carrie and Todd and step-father of Kim and Lee. Dear brother of Don. Lovingly missed by his 12 grandchildren. Survived by his mother-in-law Pam and brothers-in-law Patrick, Robert and Lionel. Fondly remembered by Dorrance and Margaret, friends and co-workers and hundreds of friends of "Spoofy The Clown". Jerry was Past Master of St. George's Lodge # 15 A.F. & A.M. in St. Catharines, worked 39 years at T.R.W. and played to everyone's enjoyment for over 20 years as "Spoofy The Clown". Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 & 7-9 pm Tuesday, September 23rd and Wednesday, September 24, 2003, at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME - DIXON CHAPEL, 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill, where the funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Thursday September 25th at 11:00 am with Reverend Michael Calderwood of Holy Trinity Angilcan Church officiating. Interment Pleasantview Memorial Gardens. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to St. Catharines General Hospital Foundation. St. George's Lodge #15 A.F. & A.M. will conduct a service at the funeral home Tuesday evening at 6:30pm.
Mrs. Mary Selena "Whitwell" Young
at Welland County General Hospital, on Friday September 26th 2003. Mary Selena (Whitwell) Young of Welland. Predeceased by her husband William Richard Young (1992) and her parents Frank and Clara Whitwell. Dear mother of Bill, Bruce and Terry. Also loved by her grandchildren Michael, Stephanie, Jim, Robyn and Jennifer. Dear sister of Bill, Lavern, Lorne, Jack, Tom, June, Sadie, Betty and Helen. At Mrs. Young's request cremation is to take place immediately. James L. Pedlar Funeral Home in charge of funeral arrangements.
Mrs. Nancy Ellen "Svirzovsky" O'Rourke
peacefully at home, with her family at her side, on Thursday October 2nd 2003. Nancy O'Rourke of Welland, in her 60th year. Beloved wife of John and loving mother of James Hennessy and his wife Catherine and their son Ben of London England, Karen Teare and her son Jesse of Calgary. Loving daughter of Ann Fedikow of Welland and predeceased by her father John Svirzovsky. Dear step-mother of Steve, Siobhan, Frances, Peter and their families. Dear sister of Mary Ann Robinson and her husband John of Ottawa. Nancy was the Area Supervisor of Statistics Canada, a devoted member of St. Alexander's Catholic Church serving on the Parish Council and as Eucharistic Minister. She was very involved in the CIBC Run For The Cure and the Breast Cancer Foundation. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 pm Saturday October 4th and 3-5 & 7-9 pm. Sunday October 5th at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME - DIXON CHAPEL, 1292 Pelham Street Fonthill. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Alexander's Catholic Church, 50 Pelham Town Square (at Station Street) Fonthill, on Monday October 6th 2003 at 10:00 am. Interment Pleasantview Memorial Gardens. Prayers will be said at the funeral home Sunday evening at 7:30 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Breast Cancer Foundation or to St. Alexander's Catholic Church Building Fund.
Mr Ian Micheal Hildebrand
It is with great sorrow and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our son Ian, in his 18th year. Survived by his devoted parents Les and Marsha Hildebrand, beloved grandson of Trudy Hildebrand, the late Henry Hildebrand, and the late Frank and Anna Hagar. Nephew/cousin of Joan, and the late Murray Dunn, Jennifer, Richard and Tyler Dunn, Maggie Hildebrand and Tony, Amanda and Melissa Lucciola, Ken and Lou Hildebrand, Carol and Mike Koblyka, Irene, Harold, Nolan and Shelby Hagar, Fred, Lisa, Josh, and Jessie Hildebrand, Bob, Robin and Matthew Hildebrand, Joyce Hildebrand and Steve. Ian was a kindhearted and gentle soul who embraced life despite having some major obstacles to overcome. He had been a member of the Niagara Symphony Music School for several summers, Pelham Cub and Scout Pack, E.L. Crossley Concert Band and Sugarloaf Sailing Club. He earned his purple belt at the Joe Fournier DoJo. Ian loved skiing with his friends in the terrain park at Holiday Valley, fishing, swimming and of course the hottub. Ian loved animals both domestic and wild, especially the ones up at Lake 96. His pride and joy was his 1989 Chrysler Le Baron convertible. Ian never accepted failure. He would just say I'll have to do better the next time. He is now driving with his angels. Friends will be received by the family from 3-5 & 7-9 Thursday October 30th 2003 and Friday 2-4 pm. only at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME - DIXON CHAPEL, 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill, where the complete funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday, November 1st at 11:00 am. Cremation has taken place. Special thanks to those who over the years have touched Ian's life. Dr. T. Tatzel, Dr. A. Feigenbaum and Doreen Anderson RN, Dr. J. Kirsh, Dr. Pat Harvey and Dr. Rootman. Special place in his kindred heart to Grandma and Grandpa Jones, Aunty Jean and Uncle Reno Zanussi and Grant, Norma and Darby Lane. In lieu of flowers donations to the charity of your choice. Even better just do a kind deed or keep a positive outlook.
Wilfred E. Reid
At Sunset Haven Home for the Aged Welland, on Sunday September 29, 2002 Wilfred Reid of Fonthill in his 97th year. Beloved husband of the late Doris Reid and loving father of Joan and her husband Bob Anderson of Dunnville, Norma and her husband Harold Glenney of Dunnville and Bob and his wife Audrey Reid of Fonthill. He will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Karen (Ed), Dave (MaryAnn), Cindy, Brian (Jackie), Jason (Sarah), Kim (Troy), Jerry (Melita) and great-grandchildren Emily, Myles, Meggen, Lauren, Brock, Mackenzie, Trent, Kyle, Rowan and Holly. Dear brother of Dora Lymburner of Port Colborne. He was predeceased by two brothers Leaming and Robert Reid and two sisters Gertrude Stickles and Emma Bishop. The family will receive friends at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME - DIXON CHAPEL 1292 Pelham Street Fonthill Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel Wednesday October 2, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. Interment Fonthill cemetery. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.
