Helen Reeves
November 21, 1916 to January 25, 2008
At Bluewater Health - Mitton Site on Friday, January 25, 2008, HELEN ALMEDA (RAWCLIFFE) REEVES, age 91 passed away. Born in 1916 in Paris, Ontario to Alice and John Rawcliffe Helen was a longtime Sarnia resident and loving wife of the late Thomas Alexander Reeves (1998). She is survived by her son George and daughter in law Dianne Reeves of Sarnia, grandchildren Mark Reeves of Toronto, Beth and Mike McNatt of Florida, Michelle and Mike Richardson of St. Clair, MI., and Mike and Katie Reeves of Lindsay. She will be sadly missed by her “angels”- great-grandchildren Jack, Tegan, Meghan, Andie and Margaret. Special aunt to Barb Fraser and Jack Widner, many other nieces and nephews, and her extended family, the staff and management at Vision Rest Home, where Helen lived for the past few years and was loved like she was a part of their own family and for that we are truly grateful. She was predeceased by her parents, her dear son Paul, Dianne’s husband just last August and her daughter in law Connie in 2000, sisters Agnes Rawcliffe, Lillian Widner and brothers Tom, Jack and Chuck Rawcliffe. Helen was a longtime member of St. John’s Anglican Church where she enjoyed singing in the choir and was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary. She loved her family and life, she will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her. Funeral services will be held from the chapel of the D. J. ROBB FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday, January 30th at 11:00 am with Father Nick Wells of St. John’s Anglican Church officiating. Interment will follow at Lakeview Cemetery. Friends may call on the family at the funeral home on Tuesday, January 29th between the hours of 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00. Memorial gifts in memory of Helen to St. John’s Anglican Church Memorial Fund or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. (Cheques only please).
DAVENPORT, Lois
DAVENPORT, Lois - Lois Davenport of Innisfil passed away in her 79th year on October 9, 2012. The family will celebrate the life of Lois Davenport on Sunday, October 14th at the Innisfill Hubb, between the hours of 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Lois Davenport is survived by her son Terry, daughter Kim of Barrie, daughter Lisa and husband Murray Martin of Whitehorse Yukon, daughter-in-law Sheila of Toronto, granddaughter Stacey and husband Colin Rooney of Toronto. Rest in peace - until we meet again . . . The Davenport Family.
Thomas Engleson
November 21, 1917 to October 14, 2007
At Bluewater Health - Norman Site on Sunday, October 14, 2007, THOMAS LUKE ENGLESON, age 89, of Sarnia, beloved husband of Ida Eugenia (Clawson ) Dobbs Engleson and the late Sadie Ann (Pugh) Engleson. Dear father of Thomas Engleson and his wife Cheryl, Marianne Lockett and her husband Richard and Pam Armstrong and her husband Rick all of Sarnia, Sherrie Dobbs of Bracketville, Texas, Linda Glover of Clarkston, Michigan and Wallace Dobbs and his wife Linda of Port Huron, Michigan. Loving grandfather of Sherrilynn, Robert, Jessica, Tracey, Kyle, John, Brian, Randy, Leighann, Chris, Kelly, Tracy and Craig. Great-grandfather of Caleb, Vaughn, Nigel, Christian, Matthew, Kennedy, Avery and Ashton. Dear brother of Ruth Daamen and her husband Harry of Sarnia and Jean Paulson ofWinnipeg. Pre-deceased by two brothers Jim and Clarence and a sister Margaret, Mr. Engleson had resided in Sarnia for the past 56 years. Mr. Engleson was a veteran of World War II where he served in the European Theatre. He was a member of Royal Canadian Legion Br. # 62, Sarnia, and the Georgiana Squares and Swinging 8's Square Dance Clubs. Funeral service will be held in the Chapel of the D. J. ROBB FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday, October 16 th. at 11:00 a.m. with Father Tom Lever officiating. Cremation to follow. Visitation at the funeral home on Monday evening from 7-9 p.m. Sympathy may be expressed through memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society (Cheques only please.)
Visitation: Visitation on Monday evening from 7-9 p.m.
Service: Funeral service on Tuesday, October 16 th. at 11:00 a.m.
Donations: Sympathy may be expressed through memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society
Eilene Trainor
July 2, 1947 to January 25, 2008
At Bluewater Health-Mitton St. on Friday, January 25, 2008, MARJORIE “EILENE” (WILSON) TRAINOR, age 60 of Sarnia, dear wife and best friend of Jerry Trainor, loving mother of Cherie Trainor and husband Zack Perfrement of Bonnie Doon and grandmother of Alexiz and Zander, sister in law of Marg Wilson and Bev Wilson of Sarnia. Several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. Born in Sarnia, Eilene was a longtime member of the Moose Lodge. Private family cremation services will be held through the D. J. ROBB FUNERAL HOME. Memorial gifts in memory of Eilene to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. (cheques only please)
William Hutchinson
August 29, 1925 to January 25, 2008
Peacefully at his residence on Friday January 25th, 2008, WILLIAM T. HUTCHINSON, age 83 of Sarnia. Loving husband of Betty (Dobbyn) Hutchinson. Sadly missed by his children Carol and her husband Del Smith, Patricia and her husband Jim Lewis, step children Dianne Pratt, Linda and her husband John McColl, Brian and his wife Cheryl Dobbyn. Cherished to 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. William will be missed my many nieces and nephews. Loving Brother of Gordon and Isabelle Hutchinson. Predeceased by his first wife Arleen Hutchinson, parents Ruby and Albert Hutchinson and brother Jim Hutchinson. Retired from Imperial Oil after 35 years of service, William had resided in Sarnia his whole life. A celebration of Bill’s life will be held in the chapel of the D.J. ROBB FUNERAL HOME on Monday January 28th, 2008 at 11:00 am with Rev. Valerie Pitt officiating. Interment to follow at Blackwell Cemetery. Friends and relatives may visit with the family on Sunday, January 27th, 2008 between the hours of 1:00-4:00 pm. Sympathies may be expressed through memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Heart & Stroke Foundation, or to the charity of your choice. (Cheques only please).
Real (Ray) Scripnick
September 30, 1917 to February 1, 2008
At Trillium Villa on Friday, February 1, 2008, REAL (RAY) ALEXANDER SCRIPNICK, age 90, of Sarnia, beloved husband of the late Lucienne Leonne (Landriault) for 57 years, and dear father of Kenneth Scripnick and his wife Marion of Sarnia. Loving “Papa” of Joshua of Sarnia. Born at Cobalt, ON, Mr. Scripnick had resided in the Sarnia area since 1950. He was pre-deceased by a son Richard, a sister Irene Adams and three brothers Rene, Jean and Henri. Cremation has taken place. Sympathy may be expressed through memorial donations to the Lambton Lung Association (Cheques only please). Arrangements entrusted to the D. J. ROBB FUNERAL HOME
Donald Grant
June 27, 1920 to May 4, 2009
GRANT, DONALD EDWARD - Peacefully at Marshall Gowland Manor on May 4, 2009 at age 88. Son of the late William (Bill) and Byrd (Hall) Grant. Beloved husband of Norma (LaFond) Grant for 62 years. Dear father of Roy (Oshawa), Ross (Kim) Sarnia, Ruth (Dale) Hummel, Cortland New York. Grandfather of Ken & Dave Grant, Adam Hummel, Terra (Mike) Carbonaro, Rachael Hummel, and great grandson Alexander. Retired from Fiberglas with 34 years. A veteran of WWII with R.C.E.M.E. Member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #62. Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund, Marshall Gowland Manor or the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to the D.J. ROBB FUNERAL HOME.
Joan Hunt
February 20, 1939 - January 21, 2009
HUNT – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our cherished, beloved mother, Joan Elizabeth Hunt (nee Adams), peacefully with her family by her side, in her 70th year on Wednesday, January 21, 2009 at Woodingford Lodge, Woodstock. She will always be lovingly remembered by her children, Denise Thompson (David) of Innerkip, Shaun Hunt (Cathy) of Belleville, and Teresa Hughes (Mike) of Woodstock. Predeceased by her husband Stuart (2007) and her son Nicholas (2000). Adored grandmother of Kristen and Scott Thompson, Melissa and Jessica Hunt, Taylor and Danielle Hughes, and Matthew Hunt. Sister of Don (Audrey) of Guernsey and sister-in-law of Margaret of England. Also predeceased by her brother David in England. Also remembered by Stuart’s family and her many nieces and nephews, neighbours and friends. Joan will always be remembered for her graceful demeanour and her infectious laughter – words were not necessary for Joan to put a smile on your face. A private family service will be held. Cremation to follow. If desired, memorial donations to the Woodingford Lodge Auxiliary would be appreciated and may be arranged through the Smith-LeRoy Funeral Home, Woodstock, (519) 537-3611.
