Idella Mank
Idella Lydia Mank of the Hillside Manor, RR 5 Stratford and formerly of Stratford and Tavistock, passed away at her residence on Sunday, December 15, 2002, in her 82nd year. Born in Blenheim Township, she was the daughter of the late Gustav A. Schippling and the former Elizabeth Quehl. She was a member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Stratford and a former member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Sebastopol. Predeceased by her husband Harry. Dear mother of Marjorie Walsh and husband Ernie of Stratford, Dorothy Heinbuch and husband Gerald of Grand Bend, Carol Cook and husband George of New Hamburg, Fred Mank and wife Christine of Beiseker, Alberta, Helen Fetter of Stratford, John Mank of Rostock, Ken Mank and wife Sharron of Chatham and Darlene Reynolds and husband Gerry of Stratford. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, a brother Wilson Schippling and wife Sheila of British Columbia, a sister-in-law Beth Schippling of Stratford and several nieces and nephews and their families. Besides her husband and parents, she was predeceased by a brother Stan Schippling. Relatives and friends will be received at the Heinbuck Funeral Home, 156 Albert Street, Stratford on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Stratford on Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 11 a.m. Rev. Douglas Reble will officiate. Interment will be in Riverside cemetery , New Hamburg. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Hillside Manor Auxiliary or the Zion Lutheran Church Brick Pointing Fund would be appreciated by the family as expressions of sympathy. Heinbuck Funeral Home 156 Albert Street Stratford 271-5062
Sally Read
Mrs. Marcella Gertrude Read (nee Duncan), age 85, of a resident of Greenwood Court, Stratford passed away peacefully at the Stratford General Hospital on Sunday, August 17, 2003. She was born in Stratford, daughter of the late Andrew and Mary Duncan, she has been a lifelong resident of Stratford. Sally was employed at Walkers Department Store and later Marks and Spencer, she was a member of Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Stratford and a member of the Catholic Women s League. Beloved wife of the late Victor Read who predeceased her December 11, 1979. Loving mother of Valerie and her husband John Carter of RR 2 Stratford and Richard Read and friend Liz Haden. Dear grandmother of John Carter and wife Laura of Cambridge, Christine Carter and husband Timothy Pirk of North Vancouver, Jodi and husband Roy Quipp of Stratford, Jennifer and husband Greg McCarthy of Tavistock and Jeffrey Read of Banff, Alberta. Great grandmother of Aidan, Jeffrey, Samantha, Justin, Tyler and Dylan. Also survived by daughter-in-law Lynn Read of Stratford. Predeceased by sisters Cecilia Whaley and Angela McClain, and by a brother Edmund Duncan. Family will receive friends at Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 50 Well Street, Stratford on Wednesday, August 20, 2003 from 10 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Rev. Fr. Chris Gillespie will be celebrant. Interment will follow in Avondale cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the charity of one s choice through the W.G. Funeral Home, 430 Huron Street, Stratford.
W.G. Young
Funeral Home
430 Huron Street
Stratford 271-7411
Elizabeth A. Anderson
Elizabeth known as Libby by all who loved her-died on Saturday, July 26, 2003. She was 59. Born, raised and schooled in Montreal, in her earlier years she was an exuberant member of the Island City Singers and was often called upon for solo work, her clear gentle soprano voice filling the hearts of many. Libby had a successful professional career, first as a banker in Montreal, England and Vancouver. Then, after a complete switch in direction, she turned her talents to what was to become the love of her life, administrator for some of Canada s leading theatres; Playhouse Theatre, Vancouver; Phoenix Theatre, Edmonton; English Theatre at the National Arts Centre, Ottawa; Canadian Stage, Toronto; and most recently, the Stratford Festival of Canada. Her life was one in which she breathed the heart and soul into these organizations, nurturing the close friendships of her theatre family. Her humour and inner strength continued to sustain her family relationships, long friendships from Montreal days, Vancouver days and on. Her generosity knew no bounds. Libby is survived by her brother Jim (partner Christina and daughter Cassandra) of Montreal and Vermont and her sister Jane (husband Gerry and daughter Elizabeth) of Kona, Hawaii and San Diego. At her request, there will be one heckuva party to rejoice in Libby s life in both Stratford and Vermont, to be announced at a later date. Memorial tributes in her name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society Huron/Perth, the Stratford General Hospital or the OSPCA-Perth County Branch through the Heinbuck Funeral Home, 156 Albert Street, Stratford, N5A 3K4 (271-5062). Her family and friends will miss her warm heart and beautiful smile. Heinbuck Funeral Home 156 Albert Street Stratford 271-5062
Nealie Mae Boyd
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Nealie as a result of an automobile accident on Friday, July 25, 2003, in her 18th year. She resided at RR 2 Brussels, and was a bubbly, cheerful person who most enjoyed her family, a special bond with her brother Nash, hanging out with her many friends, listening to music, playing softball and going to hockey games. Nealie was about to enter her graduating year at St. Michael Catholic Secondary School in Stratford. Loving daughter of Bruce Boyd of RR 2 Brussels, and Rita and Jamie McTavish of Stratford. Cherished sister of Nash Boyd of RR 2 Brussels. Special grand- daughter of Lois Boyd and Robert Mueller of Monkton, and great- granddaughter of Nancy Boyd of Stratford. Also remembered by her special uncle, Barney Boyd of Monkton and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Dear step-sister of Kyle McTavish of New Hamburg, Jacqueline Good of Guelph, Rodney Knott of Hamilton and step-granddaughter of Marlene McTavish of Stratford. Predeceased by her grandfather Jack Boyd. Nealie s family will receive friends and relatives at the Peebles Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood, on Monday, July 28, 2003 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Brussels on Tuesday, July 29, 2003 at 11 a.m. with Father Peter Keller officiating. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Crohn s and Colitis Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Nealie will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. Peebles Funeral Home 141 John Street Atwood 356-2382
Evelyn Graham
Peacefully at home on Saturday, July 26, 2003, surrounded by her family. Evelyn F. (Crober) Graham, formerly of St. Marys in her 78th year. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Richardson Graham (1997). Loving mother of Bill and Janet Graham of Forest, Mark and Karen Graham of Kingston, Doug and Barb Holliday, Scott and Laurie Graham, Jeff and Barb Graham, Sue and Bruce Kittmer, Steve Graham and Karen Merrell, Laurie and Mark O Keefe, all of St. Marys. Proud grand- mother of 27 grandchildren: Thomas and Kate Graham; Evelyn, Jesse and Tanner Graham; Chris, Jenny, Jim, Matt, Ashley and Courtney Holliday; Brett, Kevin and Sean Graham; Melissa, Jonathan and Josh Graham; Laurie, Graham and Heather Kittmer; Lauren, Dan and Kellee Merrell; Ainsley, Erica, Jill and Kurtis O Keefe. Dear sister of Patrice and Denise of Rouen, France, Carl of London, Gerald and Ethel of Morrisburg, Lyall and Betty of Niagara-on-the- Lake, Donald and Kathy of Pictou, Nova Scotia and Charlie and Anne of Morrisburg. Sadly missed by friend Ida McKenzie of St. Marys. Predeceased by her parents Charles and Lucille Crober and sister- in-law Mary Crober. Loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received at the L.A. Ball Funeral Chapel, 7 Water St. N. St. Marys on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service to celebrate Evelyn s life will be held at St. James Anglican Church on Wednesday, July 30, 2003 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Susan Baldwin officiating. In her memory donations to London Regional Cancer Centre, St. James Anglican Church, St. Marys Memorial Hospital Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. We hold you close within our hearts and there you will always remain. L.A. Ball Funeral Home 7 Water Street, North St. Marys 284-1480
Pauline Delorme (nee Fredette)
passed away peacefully at the Au Chateau Home for the Aged on Sunday, July 27, 2003, in her 84th year. Dearly beloved wife of the late Aldege Delorme (1990). Cherished mother of Guy, her grand- daughter, (Lea from Stratford), her sister Cecile Carle (Paul), her brothers Leo and Maurice (Florence) and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Maxime and Louisa Delorme, a brother Lucien and sister Lucienne. Pauline was born and raised in Sturgeon Falls where she was a long-time member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 225, Ladies Auxiliary Branch # 225 as well as Daughters of Isabella. One of her passions was gardening. She also loved travelling and cats. Friends and relatives are invited to the Theoret Funeral Home for the viewing on Wednesday, July 30, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at the Theoret Funeral Home, on Thursday, July 31, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be gratefully appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Theoret Funeral Home 119 King Street Sturgeon Fall (705)753-0350
Richard J. (Rick) Matthews
Suddenly on Sunday, October 5, 2003 in his 63rd year. Dear spouse of Mary Hoffman. Beloved son of Flo. Will be fondly remembered by brother Bill, sisters Dawn Murphy, Janet (Brian Publow) and Bev (Tom Reasbeck) and by many nieces and nephews. Friends may attend a funeral service at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church, 95 Somerset Street, West, Ottawa on Wednesday, October 8 at 10 a.m. Those wishing may make donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. A memorial service will be held in Stratford at a later date. McGarry Family Chapels Inc. 315 McLeod Street Ottawa (613)233-1143
