passed away peacefully at the Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital on Friday, November 9, 2012 at the age of 88. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 53 years Mary Edna. Missed by his 2 sons Dave (Linda) and Ed (Karen). Proud grandpa of Rebecca, Kevin, Sara and Jason and great grandpa of Katelyn. Brother of Chuck Little (Doreen). A visitation will be held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Sunday, November 11, 2012 from 2-4 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Monday, November 12, 2012 at 11 a.m. with visiting from 10:30 – 11 a.m. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Veterans Association.
Kloosterman, Charles
February 10, 1935 - November 7, 2012
passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday, November 7, 2012 at the age 77. Beloved husband of Marion for 49 years. Loving father to Kathy Imhoff (Art) and Ben (Dianne). Cherished Grandpa to Rachel (Clayton), Peter (Julie), Christopher and Brian. Great- Grandpa to Jordan, Jaidyn and Noah. Brother to John (Margaret) and Harold (Pat). Predeceased by his brother Ron and sister in-law Edie. Charles will also be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, friends and especially the “McDonald’s Gang.” Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Charles’ life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Uxbridge on Sunday December 2, 2012 from 1-5 p.m. Arrangements entrusted to the Low and Low Funeral Home (905) 852-3073. In memory of Charles, please consider a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society.
“No sense complaining, nobody ever listens.”
Millman, Jean
passed away peacefully at the ReachView Village Nursing Home on Tuesday, November 6, 2012 in her 91st year. Predeceased by her loving husband John. Beloved mother of Frank (Diane), Albert (Sharon), the late Kerry, Ken (Margaret), Fred (Karen) and Mark (Sue). Proud grandma of 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. A visitation will be held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Thursday, November 8, 2012 from 7-9 p.m. A Service will be held in the chapel on Friday, November 9, 2012 at 1 p.m. with visitation from 12 - 1 p.m. If desired, donations may be made to the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation.
Geer, Kenneth Leslie (Kenny or Doctor to most)
March 24, 1952 – November 2, 2012-11-05
Peacefully at his home near Sunderland after a long and courageous battle with cancer on Friday, November 2, 2012. Ken was reunited with his late parents Harry and Norma and sister Karen Tindall. Leaving behind his beloved and closest friend of 36 years Hotdog (Melissa). Struggling with the loss of their dear father are Tereasa Dixon (Ian) of Bolsover, Chris Geer (Terri) of Sunderland, Philip Geer (Hayley) of Sunderland and Brook Geer of Fort MacMurray. Proud poppa of Bailey and Brittney Geer and Darcy Dixon. Dear son-in-law of Rod and Aggie Brook and the late Shielah Brook. Dear nephew of Earle and Audrey Geer and Craig Middleton. Will be greatly missed by his sister Lynda Kendry, brothers Gord Geer (Chris), brother-in-laws Mel Tindall and Christopher Brook (Maureen) and sister-in-law Augusta Brook (Richard). A great loss to his extended family of nieces, nephews, cousins and many, many good friends. A celebration of Ken’s life will be held at Branch 170 of the Royal Canadian Legion, 109 Franklin Street, Uxbridge (905) 852-5293 on Saturday, November 10, 2012 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.-casual as Ken wanted. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your own choice
Franz, Bruno
Finally reunited with your great love Theresia. Will be greatly missed by children; Ursula & Phil, Helene & Larry and Ed & Elaine. Grandchildren; Danny & Tracy, Heidi & Ken, Olivia & Paul, Nicole and Craig. Great Grandchildren; Gio, Reno & Santino and Bri, Haylee & Ally." Friends and family will be received at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main Street, South, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Sunday, November 4, 2012 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. and Monday, November 5, 2012 from 2:00 – 4:00 & 7:00 -9:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, 70 Toronto Street, North, Uxbridge (905) 852-6944 on Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Goodwood cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of your own choice.
Ashby, Scott
passed away suddenly at St. Michaels Hospital in Toronto on Saturday November 3, 2012 at the age of 36. Scott Ashby loving son of Hugh and Judy Ashby of Little Britain. Scott will be sadly missed by his best friend and girl friend Kerri Mulhall. Dear nephew of Marian (Bob), Murray (Julie) and Roma (Harold). He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Family and friends will be received at the Low and Low Funeral Home 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry, (905) 985-7331 on Saturday November 10, 2012 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Scott will be held in the chapel on Saturday November 10, 2012 at 1 p.m. A reception will follow at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated.
Boyd, Josephine
Peacefully on October 29, 2012 at Uxbridge Cottage Hospital, Josephine (Martin) Boyd, wife of the late Carl David Boyd, passed from her earthly home into the presence of Jesus. Although we mourn her passing, we are grateful for the wonderful, loving memories and godly example she has left us. A reflection on her life will be held in the chapel on Friday, November 2, 2012 at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main Street, South, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 at 12:00 p.m. with visiting from 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. Reception to follow. A private family interment will take place at the Markham First Baptist cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Samaritan’s Purse www.samaritan’spurse.ca or to the Sleeping Children Around the World www.scaw.org will be appreciated.
Routledge, Edward William
Edward William Routledge, age 89, died peacefully at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital, October 23rd, 2012. Edward, known as Ted to all close to him, considered himself a lucky man. Born in London, England, June 19, 1923, to Eleanor and William Routledge, baby brother to Joan, Ted enjoyed a childhood of sport and the occasional school excursion. With lively gestures and fond smiles, he often recounted these early adventures; the crack of the bat on the cricket pitch, the strength of his gait in a cross country run through Epping forest, the thuds and thrills of a rugger match, the opportunity to visit Germany with Bancroft School. As a boy, Ted loved to move and realized that the true joy in life is the trip, so his love of sport and travel came naturally. In 1941, he joined the RAF and flew to places are far away as Egypt and India. During his military service, Ted was lucky to see the world, and very little action; lucky too, his training placed him in Moncton, where he saw the space and opportunities available in Canada. He married Jean Hamilton in 1950, and in 1953, Ted, Jean, and their son Alan, immigrated to Ontario. Ted and Jean had two more children, Roger and Bruce, and settled to live a good life in small town Richmond Hill. Ted was positive, upstanding, intelligent and honest. He was a long time and decorated volunteer for St John's Ambulance. He read the newspaper everyday, and was a whiz at the cryptic crossword. Ted and his family spent summers camping across the provinces. He spent countless hours in arenas while his sons, and later, his grandchildren played hockey, although Ted never learned to skate. Ted worked for the T.D. bank for 33 years, and when he retired he travelled the world, glad to have a wife willing to explore with him. Looking for the small pleasures of a small town, Ted and Jean moved to Uxbridge in 1993, where he took up golf and curling. Ted saw life with a painter's sensibility and an optimist's eyes; he saw colours wherever he looked and felt fortunate in every day. He found joy in the garden, and in time with his family; he relished a good meal and always had room for pie. He will be missed by wife Jean, and by children Alan and Debbie, Roger and Mel, Bruce and Leena, and by grandchildren Trevor, Lauren, Neil and Jen, Jamie, Matt, Elena, Bryn, and Carlyn, and by brother-in-law Don. We wish him bon voyage and good luck on the next stage of his life's journey. As Ted, who loved dessert, used to say, "To each man his just 'desserts' " -- if that is so, Ted will surely be eating chocolate cake in heaven. Thank you to the Staff of Butternut Manor in Uxbridge, and to staff at Uxbridge Cottage Hospital for their support and kindness. A celebration of Ted's life will take place in Uxbridge in June 2013. Arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St.John's Ambulance or the Royal Canadian Legion of Uxbridge.
Dickson, Julia Elizabeth
(nee: Martin)
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Julia Elizabeth Dickson on Thursday, October 25, 2012 in her 101st year with her husband James by her side. She is terribly missed by her loving husband of 70 years James, sons Adrian and Roderick, grandsons Sean, Jeff (Amy) and Cameron, granddaughters Crystal, Brianne and Karly and great granddaughter Paige. Also mourning her passing are her nephews and nieces in Ireland and the USA and their families. Elizabeth was predeceased by her youngest son Trevor, her brothers William, Marshall, Tom and her sister Eileen Gibb. Elizabeth’s pride and joy for her whole life was her family. Her abundant energy was spent on ensuring the health and happiness of all. Her face would light up whenever her children came home and if the grandchildren were with them she was ecstatic. Her chocolate cake and chocolate chip cookies were treasured by everyone. She made many long time friends over the years and some of them attended her 100th birthday celebration. Her huge smile will be missed by all who knew her. A funeral service will be held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at 1 p.m. with visiting from 12-1 p.m. Interment Uxbridge cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Scott Mission, the Loaves and Fishes Food Bank Uxbridge or the Valerie Dickson Fund at the Princess Margaret Hospital.
Harper, Steven (Steve)
passed away suddenly at his home in Seagrave on Thursday October 25, 2012 at the age of 48. Steve Harper dearly beloved husband of Anne Murchison. Loving father of Stephanie (Jay), Jacob, JoAnne (Kendall), and James (Diane). Dear grandfather of Kaleb, Sage, Seraphyn, Cole, Eric and Jack. Brother of Debbie (Peter) Gettliffe, Gord (Joanne) Harper and Brian (Maudy) Harper. Steve will be sadly missed by all of his family, his best friend Dave Powell and his many other friends. Family and friends will be received at the Low and Low Funeral Home 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry, (905) 985-7331 on Sunday October 28, 2012 from 7 to 9 p.m. A funeral service to celebrate the life of Steve will be held in the chapel on Monday October 29, 2012 at 1 p.m. Cremation will follow. If desired memorial donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
