FLOOD, William George - At Extendicare, St. Catharines on Saturday June 20, 2009. William (Bill) Flood, beloved husband of Gwen his wife of 62 years and loving father of David (Glenna), Gwen (Jerry) Johnson, Mark (Mary Jane) and Robyn (Neil) Johnson. Dear brother of Doug (Eleanor) and Phyllis McLay. Much loved grandfather of Jason (Sarah), Shanda (Jon), Adam, Katie Jane, Mitchell and Hillary. Also survived by great grandsons Joshua and Benjamin. Friends may call at THE WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME 722 Ridge Road North, Ridgeway from 7-9 Tuesday evening. Funeral services in the chapel Wednesday afternoon at one o'clock. Memorial donations would be appreciated to Fallsview Brethren in Christ Church.
Monica L. Sly
SLY, Monica L. - Peacefully, surrounded by her family at the Kingston General Hospital on Sunday, June 21, 2009, in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late Rooney Sly. Loving mother of Gordon Sly and his wife Julie of Odessa. Proud grandmother of Tammy Morrison (Jeff Duprau) of Yarker and Shelley Fowler (Steve) of Perth Road and great grandmother to Luke and Scott Morrison and Miranda and Hunter Fowler. Predeceased by her son Norman Sly. Resting at the JAMES REID FUNERAL HOME, Cataraqui Chapel (1900 John Counter Boulevard) on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 from 1 pm until the time of the service at 2 pm, The Venerable William Clarke officiating. Interment Glenhaven Memorial Gardens. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. (Donations by cheque only please).
Ronald Victor Anderson
ANDERSON, Ronald Victor - Peacefully at Carveth Care Centre on Monday June 22, 2009 at the age of 81 years. Ronald Victor Anderson loving father of Gary Anderson (Susan), Terry Anderson (Katherine) and Kerri Graves (George). Dear brother of Mary Pelisek (Joe) of Ottawa, and Gary Anderson (Carole) of Mississauga. Loving Grandfather of Melissa Anderson. Dear Great grandfather of Brianna and Kaelem. Also survived by several nieces & nephews. Predeceased by 1 sister Betty Bishop. The family will receive friends at the TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOME 63 Garden St. Gananoque on Thursday from 1pm until time of service in the chapel at 2 o'clock. Interment Union cemetery, Lansdowne. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations to the Gananoque Humane Society or to the MS Society of Leeds/Grenville chapter.
Samuel Decaire
DECAIRE, Samuel - At the Glen Stor Dun Lodge, Cornwall on Saturday, June 20, 2009. Samuel Joseph Decaire of Monkland; age 87 years. Dear brother of Denosey Decaire (Rita) of Alexandria and Theresa Laframboise (late Gilbert) of Maitland. Predeceased by one brother Lawrence Decaire and by two sisters Laura Garlough and Edith Decaire. Dear son of the late Zotique Decaire and the late Theresa Lapierre. Relatives and friends may call at the MUNRO & MORRIS FUNERAL HOMES LTD., 20 Main St. South, Maxville (613-527- 2898) on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 from 7-9 pm and on Wednesday from 9:30 am until 10:30 am. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Apple Hill on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at 11 am. Interment will follow in the Parish Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated by the family. As a Memorial to Samuel, a tree will be planted in Memory Woods. A tree grows-memories live.
Charles Barkley
BARKLEY, Charles - The entire community was shocked and saddened to hear about the death of the Mayor of South Dundas, Charles Barkley, who died suddenly at home on Wednesday, June 17, 2009. He was 59. Charles was born on December 2, 1949 to his parents Bruce and Audrey Barkley (nee Hunter) and lived his entire life on the home farm at 4563 Ridge Road, R.R.#1 Iroquois Ontario. He began his education at the Dundela School house and continued his education at Iroquois High School. During the early years Charles would go with his dad to local farms to assist in the farm chores like dressing beef and pigs and removing horns. Using the gift of persuasion like only Charles could, he talked his dad into allowing him to bring home and keep a collie pup. An outstanding member of the Iroquois high school football team Charles was picked up by the Cornwall Mustangs where he enjoyed three successful years before giving the sport up. During his football career Charles was working for Ford McCaslin.Ford was involved in a tragic accident, at which time Charles asked his father for guidance. Bruce started Charles in the cattle business by buying him Ford's cattle truck. Bruce told Charles he was only going to start him out once. “I wish you much success and hope you never look back“ his dad said, and Charles never did. Charles was 19 and his first deals were with his own money. A well liked cattle drover Charles developed several long lasting friendships that began as business. After the passing of their father the brothers took up farming together. The boys loved farming anything from the herd of beef cattle to the team of Black Percherons, a source of pride for them both. Today they cash crop over 500 acres, which Charles insisted on working twice this past spring before Donald could do the planting. Charles was deeply connected to his family, both past and present. Family history was so very important to him. Charles was not one for change, in fact to this day he has every tractor used in Ontario by his father and uncles all restored at the home farm. A great outdoorsman Charles loved to hunt and was a proud member of the Dundela gang. He was invited as a guest to the Tin Camp in Mackie and later became a member. The camp was successful in landing a few Moose despite the fact that they were not always productive on the so called work weekends. The Tin camp was a source of great enjoyment for Charles and he eventually spent many, many visits there with family and friends. In 1981 Charles decided to get into local politics. He served the Township of Matilda as councillor and reeve, The United Counties of S.D & G as warden and was currently serving South Dundas as Mayor. Charles was a straight forward hard working politician who represented everyone in the community equally. As everyone knows Charles had a heart of gold and a love of life. “A man who would do anything for anyone“. He was very kind and always willing to donate either money, a turkey, beef or pork to an individual or organization whenever asked. The ritual Friday night gatherings for Canasta until the wee hours started when his parents were still alive, with friends and neighbours. Lately it was coffee night with his close friends Jack & Faye Fawcett and Ralph & Yapke Tibben. On other nights you might find Charles discussing new recipes with Gerta and talking crops with Bram over dinner. Thursdays Charles could be found at Whitteker Meats getting his groceries, and occasionally swapping a tale or two. Having grown up in the house he lived in Charles trusted his quiet neighbourhood and his home was always open to all. A man of habit Charles started each day with his morning coffee made by Bob O'Neil or himself and whoever else stopped in. Of course Sunday was the day for coffee club, where all the local goings on were told over coffee, breakfast and jellybeans. Abby, Charles' little Jack Russell, who was constantly at his side for over 8 years will miss Charles dearly, and is being consoled by family members. He will fondly be remembered by his family and friends for his friendly disposition, his love of children, and his teasing nature. He loved his community and he served it well throughout his life. Charles is survived by his brother Donald (Shirley) of R.R.#2 Iroquois. He was predeceased by his parents Bruce and Audrey Barkley. He was a dear uncle to Marian (Kevin) Smith of Iroquois, Karen (Mike) Bowles of Victoria, Tim Barkley of Winchester and great uncle to Tori, Tawnya, Brooke, Morgan as well as great great uncle to Brianna and Paige. A step uncle to Bob Merkley of Vancouver, Tracy (Shannon) of Elma and great step uncle to Nathan, Alexis, Jessica and Mayce. Friends called at the MARSDEN & MCLAUGHLIN FUNERAL HOME, Williamsburg, on Friday from 1-4 & 7-10p.m. Funeral Services were held at The Community Christian Reformed Church, Dixon's Corners, on Saturday, June 20th at 11a.m., with Rev. Janet Evans officiating. Interment followed at Dundela cemetery. Honorary pallbearers were Bob Merkley, Murray Baldwin, Arnold Mangan, Robert Gillard and Ron Perrin. Pall bearers were Winston Baker, Jack Fawcett, Ralph Tibben, Tom Henderson, Glenn Whittaker, Shannon Groves, Bram Mudde, Tom Mangan and Ed Mangan. Donations made to the J.W.MacIntosh Seniors Support Center and the Brinston United Church, were greatly appreciated by the family.
Lillian Marguerite Fife
FIFE, Lillian Marguerite - With family at her side at Riverview Gardens, Chatham, on Wednesday, June 17, 2009, Lillian Marguerite Fife, age 84 of Chatham, wife of the late Samuel (1965). Born in Stellarton, Nova Scotia on July 19, 1924. She was daughter of the late Florence and Frederick Myers. She will be sadly missed by her loving children, Oswald (Anne), and Judy Anne Mills (Barry) of St. Catharines, Gary of London, Mike and partner Cindy Glover and Mark of Chatham, grandchildren, Jason, Brandon, Lisa, Andrea, Darren, Lee Marie, Jarrid, Breanna, and Tanner and a great- grandson Nathaniel. She is predeceased by a son Frederick (2008), 2 sisters, Fredda Sarsons and Audrey Vaskalowskas and a brother Reginald Myers. Lillian was a veteran of W.W.II serving 4 years for her county while stationed in Halifax, Nova Scotia. She was also a long time member of the Royal Canadian Legion and St. Andrew's United Church. At her request she was taken from the Funeral Home, 156 William St. S. Chatham to be cremated. A private Memorial Service will be conducted in The Hinnegan-Peseski Chapel, on Saturday, June 27, 2009 and the burial of ashes will follow in the family plot at Maple Leaf Cemetery, Chatham. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Online condolences welcomed at www.peseski.com THE HINNEGAN-PESESKI FUNERAL HOME AND CHAPEL 519-352-5120
Kathleen Adeline (nee Snowdon) Mackey
MACKEY, Kathleen Adeline (nee Snowdon) - On Friday, June 19, 2009 at Wellington House. Kathleen Mackey age 92 years. Dearly loved wife of Norman Mackey for 70 years. Loving mother of Donna Hall (Stanley), Glenn Mackey (Barbara) of Roebuck, Karen Craig (Larry) of Montreal, Blayne Mackey (Brenda) of Kingston, Gail McCosham (Ray) of Belleville. Sadly missed by 12 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Sister of Vernor Snowdon (Henny) and Laura Forbes. Predeceased by sisters Lola Patterson, Marion Pelton and brothers Howard Snowdon and Ernest (in infancy). Survived by sisters-in-law Lois Dool, Eunice Mackey and Bonnie Snowdon. Visitation will be held at GRANT BROWN FUNERAL HOME, Purcell Chapel, Spencerville on Monday June 22 from 2pm to 4pm and 7pm to 9pm. Funeral service will be held in the chapel Tuesday June 23 at 11am. Those who wish may make memorial donations to Roebuck United Church or to the charity of your choice.
