MONAGHAN (Anderson), Carolyn - In her 54th year, on Dec. 5, 2006, peacefully and surrounded by her family, at Hamilton General Hospital. Treasured wife of John, beloved mother of Colin and MeAghan Anderson (Fonthill) devoted sister of Lorraine Baker (Niagara Falls) and Sherry (Greg) Biggar (Tilsonburg), dear stepmother of Laura (Scott) Stewart (Thorold), Stephen Monaghan (London, Ont) and step grandmother of Jason Stewart; dear sister- in-law of Joanne Mitchell ( Rescue, California). Also survived by 5 nieces and nephews. Carolyn's career as a Registered X-ray and Ultrasound Technologist was spent mainly in Niagara, but also included assignments in Whitehorse, Yukon and in Newport, Wales. Cremation has taken place. Memorial donations to the Future Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated by the family. A celebration of the life of this unique and wonderful lady will be held for family, friends , and coworkers at Thorold Fire Hall, 16 Towpath, on Dec. 15 at 7 p.m.
Mildred Wilson
WILSON, Mildred Violet ~ passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Bella Senior Residence, Chippawa on Monday, December 4, 2006 in her 97th year. Loving wife of the late Donald Wilson (1985). Cherished mother of Betty Bolus, Gerry and Joan Wilson, Clair and Joan Wilson, Holly and Victor Dirksen and Wendy and Barry Walker. Special Gram to 18 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren. Mildred will be missed by her special friend Marie. Mildred is predeceased by her sisters Lily, Edna, Anne, Beattie, Bessy and brother Lorne. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the staff, nurses and Dr. Pang of Bella Senior Residence for their outstanding compassion and care. At Mildred's request there will be a private family service. Inurnment will take place at Pleasantview Memorial Gardens, Fonthill. Mildred's funeral arrangements were entrusted to the LAMB-BOCCHINFUSO FUNERAL HOME, 2 Regent St., Thorold 905-227-0161.
Jeannine (Nee Martel) Hamelin
HAMELIN, Jeannine (Nee Martel) 1931- 2006 - The family announces with great sorrow her passing at the Timmins & District Hospital on Thursday, December 7th, 2006 at the age of 75 years. Predeceased by her husband Paul Hamelin (1996) and 2 grandchildren David and Jason. Survived by her common-law spouse Paul Portelance. Loving mother of Danny (Jean), Gerry (Trish), Lorraine (Roger) Gauthier, Denise (Dale McBain), Richard (Ida), Kenny (Helene), Robert (Carole), Ronald and Lise Cormier. Dear grandmother of 21 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Sister of Gertrude (Ray) Clement,Thérèse Bond and Florence Martel. She will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. from Miron-Wilson Chapel (Fr. Maurice Magnan officiating). Interment at Timmins Memorial cemetery. Remembrance donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. The family will receive friends Friday evening, December 8, 2006 from 7-9 p.m. at the MIRON- WILSON FUNERAL HOME, 150 Balsam St. S., Timmins, Ontario (705) 264- 4444.
Geraldine Legault
Legault, Geraldine (Gerry) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Gerry Legault on November 27th 2006 in Fort Saskatchewan Alberta. Gerry was born February 10th 1939 and grew up in Porcupine Ontario. She went on to live in many different cities but settled into retirement in the Fort. Gerry is survived by her husband Fern of Fort Saskatchewan, daughters Shirley Legault of Calgary, Cindy Slongo(Ted) of Thunder Bay, Terry Legault of Calgary, Grandchildren Ben Legault of Calgary, Meghan Amy & Matt Slongo of Thunder Bay, Melissa Gylichiuk, Ashley Oberhamer of Calgary. Mother Evelyn Hayes of South Porcupine, brother Roger Hayes of B.C. Sisters Jen Legault (Merv Schultz) of South Porcupine, Christine Nickerson of Ridgeway, Yvonne Ingram of Oshawa and Uncle Bill Beauchamp(Shirley) of Thunder Bay. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends but will remain close to our hearts forever. In lieu of flowers , donations can be made in to The Canadian Cancer Society or SPCA of your choice.
Glenn Noll
NOLL, Glenn - 1936-2006 - The family of Glenn Noll is saddened to announce his death on Dec.06/06 at Timmins and District Hospital in his 71st year. He is predeceased by his parents Charles & Gladys, and brother Charles. Glenn is survived by his wife Daphne and stepsons James & Gerry Kerr and was also grandfather to Klade & Maggi-Lee whom they affectionally called Dub-Dub. Glenn was an employee of Kidd Creek Mine site for a number of years, and also a member of Golden Beaver Masonic Lodge and Timmins Shrine Club. We sincerely appreciate the hard work and compassion of all the Doctors and staff involved with Glenn's long struggle with his illness. Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service will take place at a later date. Donations to Timmins and District Humane Society would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements are entrusted to MIRON-WILSON FUNERAL HOME, 150 Balsam St. S., Timmins.
Vince Arletti
ARLETTI, Vince - aged 75, passed away at home December 5, 2006 with his family by his side. Loving husband to Inge Dedicated father to Ursula, Lothar and Eric. Fun-loving Opa to Jessie, Amy, Carly, Caitlin, Callaghan and Cassidy. Great Opa to Emma and Logan. Brother to Alberto, Luciano and Angela in Carpi, Italy. Vince enjoyed playing cards at Club Heidelberg, F1 racing, bowling, Opera music and his Tim Hortons coffee. Those who knew him best will miss his witty sense of humour and mischievous personality. A intimate memorial for friends and family will be held on Sunday, December 10 at 3:00 p.m. at 21 Nassau Rd.
Alexander Baird Jr.
BAIRD, Alexander Jr. - passed away peacefully Thursday, December 7th, 2006 at Linhaven. Dear father of Sandy (Carol), Marion (Owen), Patti, Roslynn (Darren) and Carl (Mary), brother of John (Carolyn), Andy and Jean (Roger). Predeceased by brother Leslie, sister-in-law Marilyn and parents Alex and Helen (Dockstader). Will be sadly missed by five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Memorial gathering will be held Tuesday, December 12th at 2 p.m. at the Niagara Regional Native Centre, 382 Airport Road, Niagara on the Lake. Donations to the Abbey House c/o Niagara Native Centre would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Mr. Sydney Bertram (Syd) Ferrell
FERRELL, Mr. Sydney Bertram (Syd) - passed away peacefully at his home, with his wife at his bedside, on Friday, December 8, 2006. Dearly loved husband of Velma (Brown) Ferrell. Loving father of three daughters: Elaine (Mrs. Gus Cotter) whom we lost to illness in 2005; Donna (Mrs. Louis Gagno) of Wainfleet; and Bonnie (Mrs. Gary Puhl) of Welland. Proud grandfather of 7 and great-grandfather of 8. Dear brother of Audrey (Mrs. Jack McLaren) of Renfrew. He will be sadly missed by Velma's sisters: Jessie Brown and Verna Brown of St. Catharines and Corienne (Mrs. Paul Bart) of Dundas, and sister-in-law Jean Brown, widow of the late Howard Brown, and their families. He was predeceased by his first wife Vera (Erion) Ferrell (1984), daughter Elaine and darling great-grandson, baby Ty Cotter (2005). Many, many thanks to Paramed and the VON for their wonderful nursing care. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 & 7-9 pm. on Sunday December 10th 2006 at the JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME, 1292 Pelham Street, Fonthill, where the complete funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Monday December 11th 2006 at 11:00 am . Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be forwarded through www.pedlarfuneralhome.ca A donation in memory of Mr. Ferrell is being made to the Welland Hospital Foundation through the Pedlar Funeral Home Lifetime Memories Program.
Eleanor Houston
HOUSTON, Eleanor - Peacefully, at her home in Keswick, on Friday, December 8, 2006, with her family by her side, after a short but very courageous battle with cancer. Dearly loved wife of the late Captain Thomas Houston of St. Catharines. Loving mother of JoAnn McClelland and predeceased by one son Bruce Gibbons. Cherished grandmother of Becky and her husband Joe Verkert and Louisa and her husband Alan Cummings and her great- grand daughter Ashley, who was the twinkle of her eye. Predeceased by her sisters Amy, Gertrude, Dorothy, Leola and Florence and her brothers Ed and Ernie. Eleanor will be greatly missed by her best Georgina Craig, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, friends all who loved her and will sadly miss her. Funeral service from the M.W.BECKER FUNERAL HOME, 490 The Queensway S., Keswick 1-888-884-4486 on Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. The family will receive friends from 12:00 noon until time of service. Cremation to follow. If desired, donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Breeanne Kathryn (baby) Jones
JONES, Breeanne Kathryn (baby) - Who was silently born on Dec. 6, 2006 at 3:48 a.m. at Greater Niagara, to Robert & Laura Jones (Wickham). She was 5 lbs. 17“ long. “We will hold her in our hearts forever.“ “We were going to have a baby, But we had an angel instead.“ Breeanne will be sadly missed by her parents, Grandmother Kathryn Wickham and greeted in heaven by Grandmother Barbara Anne Jones and Grandfather Paul Wickham. We would like to express our deepest thanks to our family and friends for their support during this difficult time, as well as Father Robert Wright, Dr. Yegappan and Gail. Arrangements made by Passfields Mortuary Service. Private service held at Pleasantview cemetery.
Iolanda Marino
MARINO, IOLANDA - Peacefully on Thursday December 7th, 2006 at Extendicare Home, at 84 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Domenico. Loving mother of Nick and Rita, Mauro and Dora. Cherished Nonna of Josi and Mario Visocchi, Lawrence and Nicole Marino, Nico and Joya Marino, Lia and Louie Stranges, Marco and fiancée Maryann and five great grandchildren Carla, Stephanie, Matthew, Ava and Ella. Also survived by two sisters in Italy Maria and Anna, and Giovanna of Australia. Iolanda is predeceased by her parents Michele and Regina Marino, brother Giuseppe and sister Emilia. Iolanda will be lovingly remembered by her nieces, nephews, family and friends. Iolanda retired from the Hotel Dieu Hospital after 21 years of employment. Iolanda is resting at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 585 Carlton St. until Tuesday at 9 a.m. Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated in St. Alfred's Church at 9:30 a.m. Entombment in Pleasantview Memorial Gardens, Fonthill. Visiting hours are Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Vigil prayers will be held in the funeral home on Monday at 3 p.m. Memorial remembrances to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. The family extends a heartfelt thank you to all staff at Extendicare for their compassionate care.
Bernard Meredith
MEREDITH, Bernard - Born May 19, 1922 in Finland. passed away peacefully on December 7, 2006 in Victoria, B.C. Lovingly remembered by his wife, Mary; daughter, Anne (Dennis); son, Anthony; granddaughter, Chloe; and sister, Maude. No service by request. Family wish to express many thanks to the staff at Sunrise Assisted Living. If desired, donations may be made in his memory to the Niagara Child Development Centre. McCALL BROS. of Victoria 1-800-870-4210
Deborah Riesberry
RIESBERRY, Deborah - After a brief illness, on Wednesday, December 6th, at University Hospital in London. Beloved wife of Bill, mother of Kathy Willis and Steve Tedball, and stepmother of Lorraine Giroux. She leaves behind grandchildren Danielle, Elyse, Kaitlin, Marissa and Brittany. Predeceased by husband Alf Tedball. Deb will be lovingly remembered by her family and many friends. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at M. Box and Son Funeral Home, Parkhill, Ontario. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial remembrances to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Mr. C. Clarke Robinson
ROBINSON, Mr. C. Clarke - Died Thursday December 7th. He leaves his wife Beverley (Stewart), and his children Kelly (Michael) Gojermac of Welland, Scott (Katheren) of London, Ontario, and Jennifer of Waterloo. Predeceased by parents Margaret and James Robinson of Winnipeg. A mechanical engineer, Clarke was employed for many years by Babcock and Wilcox in Cambridge, and Foster Wheeler in St. Catharines. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated. A memorial service will be conducted at Fonthill United Church at 11am on Monday December 11, 2006 with a reception to follow in the church hall.Cremation has taken place.
JAMES L. PEDLAR FUNERAL HOME in charge of funeral arrangements (905-892-5762).
Lynda May Rose
ROSE, Lynda May - Lynda Rose died at home on December 7,2006, at the age of sixty-two. She is lovingly remembered by her husband, Greg Sass; her daughters - Wendi Wilhelm, Deb McCann, and Jenn Wilhelm and their partners; her grandchildren - Jenny, Phillipe, Angelo, Shelyn, Jacquie, and Jesse; as well as her sisters, June Rose and Heather Rose and their husbands. Lynda's strength, wisdom and positive thinking inspired all who knew her. Her deep caring and compassion for family, friends, foster children, clients, colleagues, the community and all living things touched many hearts. A part of her is alive in each of these hearts she so lovingly affected. We were transformed as we grew knowing her. The family would like to especially thank Elizabeth Salm, Cindy Van Halderen of Toronto CCAC, and Doctors Arvanitis and Cellarius of the Temmy Latner Centre for Palliative Care for providing excellent hospice care to Lynda. You and we made her comfortable and helped her to live fully to the end. Lynda died as she had lived - unflinching, calm, full of grace, always true to her values, and still concerned for the well-being of those whom she loved. Lynda's family will receive visitors at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 585 Carlton Street, St. Catharines on Sunday, December 10th from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. A Funeral Service will be held at St. John's Anglican Church, 80 Main Street, St.Catharines on Monday, December 11th at 1 pm. A memorial service will take place in Toronto at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Temmy Latner Centre for Palliative Care, 60 Murray Street. Box 13, Toronto, Ontario M5T 3L9.
