Steeman, George, 84 years, beloved husband of Sedina (nee Bekaan) of 61 years, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, July 16, 2013. George was a devoted family man who will be sadly missed by his daughter Ariana Deehan of Maidstone, his son Henry and wife Susan of Edmonton, Alberta, his son Ted and wife Carrie of Wheatley, grandchildren Edina (Deehan) Driver and husband Dean, Christina (Deehan) Unis and husband Ron, Diana Deehan and fiancé Will Clements, Samantha Steeman and fiancé Jeryn Pinsonneault, Sara Steeman, Jacqueline Steeman, Zachary Steeman, and great granddaughter Olivia Driver. George is also survived by several nieces and nephews. George was born in Borkum, Germany. He emigrated with his wife and young daughter to Canada in 1953 and lived in Merlin. George and his young family built a home and moved to Mersea Township in 1961 where he resided until his passing. Sincere thanks to the CCAC nurses and all the staff at the Hospice of Windsor for the wonderful care George was provided. A very special thanks to Carrie Steeman for the compassionate caring and support to George and Sedina throughout George’s illness. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Saturday, July 20, 2013 from 9:30 a.m. until time of Memorial Service to celebrate George’s life at 10:30 a.m. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations made by cheque to CCAC or the Hospice of Windsor would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
WANG, Mary Scott (nee Fry) of Brockville
Entered into rest with her two children by her side at the Kingston General Hospital on Tuesday, 16th July 2013, Mary Scott Wang of Brockville, aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Peter Wang and loving mother of Susan Kingwell (Paul) of Ottawa and Erik Wang (Catherine) of Brockville. Loving grandmother of Laurie Hanley (Tom) of Halifax, NS, Daniel Kingwell (Jee-Youn Shin) of Toronto, Adam Wang (Rachel Davies) of Victoria, BC, and Stephen Kingwell (Sunita Nayar) of Ottawa. Great grandmother of Kaatrina, Madelaine, Rohan, Shaan, Anika and Kieran. Also survived by sisters Jean Stauble (Bill) of Cobourg and Jocelyn Fyfe (Stewart) of Kingston and their families.
Family and friends may call at the Barclay Funeral Home, 137 Pearl Street East, Brockville on Friday the 26th of July, 2013 from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. with funeral service to follow in the Chapel. Interment will take place at Cassburn Cemetery, Vankleek Hill, ON. at a later date.
In lieu of flowers donations to Parish of Elizabethtown, or to your favourite charity, will be gratefully acknowledged by the family.
Messages of condolence may be sent online at www.barclayfuneralhome.com
OAKLEY, Edward “Ted” George of London
OAKLEY, Edward “Ted” George - Peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, London on Wednesday, July 17, 2013. With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our father Edward “Ted” George Oakley in his 97th year. Son of George Edward Oakley and Mary Ellen (Murphy) Oakley. Beloved husband of Ruby Lorraine (Gill) (1991). Proud father of Wayne (Cathy) Oakley of Southhampton, Ontario, Debbie (Jim) Somerville of Glanworth, Ontario and Barb (Lorne) Seaton of London, Ontario. Grandfather of Tracey (Mike) Kelly, Tim (Marcia) Oakley, Tina Oakley, Carrie (Chris) Reed and Jamie “Chubby” (Cathy) Somerville. Great Grandpa to Cody Emerson James and Rebecca Ann Reed, Ella Catherine, John Edward, and Brady James Somerville and Kelsey Wilcox-Oakley. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his sisters Nellie Shearme and Alice “Ciss” Monks. Step brother of Jim and Harry Oakley. Half-brother of Fred Taylor, Walt Taylor, Reg Taylor and Edna Plank. Dad was very proud to serve in the Second World War as a gunnery instructor for the Royal Canadian Navy. After returning home to his wife Ruby, they settled in Old South London where they raised their family. Dad worked at Labatts for 38 years and had many interests including hunting and fishing as well as his boat and trailer in Port Glasgow. One of Dad’s greatest gifts to his family was his love and his zest for life. At Christmas time his standing joke at the dinner table was “please go easy on the butter guys, it’s 5 cents a pound”. Dad we will truly miss you, your sense of humor and your smile. We love you Daddi-O. Now go drop your line and go fishing “Cheerio and a Pip”. See ya later Daddi-O, love, your kids, grandkids and great grand kids. PS Don’t forget about the bubble gum in your ears! The family would like to thank the staff at Parkwood Hospital, Western Counties, 2-Perth for their care, compassion and friendship. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4pm and 7-9pm on Friday, July 19, 2013, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at 10:30am. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. Those wishing to make a donation in the memory of Ted are asked to consider the Royal Canadian Legion Lambeth Branch 501, 7097 Kilbourne Road, Lambeth, N6P1K5 or the Duchess of Kent Branch 263, 499 Hill St. London, ON, N6B1E8. Online condolences, memories and photographs can be shared at www.amgfh.com
TUHTAN, Anita (nee Percic)
passed away peacefully at Hospice on July 15, 2013 at the age of 80 years. Beloved wife of Anton. Loving mother Mike Brajkovic and wife Nina, Maria & husband Ralph Lacroce, Emanuel & wife Nicole Tuhtan. Cherished Mimi of Michael & Lisa Brajkovic and Michael & Steven Lacroce. Anita is also survived by her brother Danilo Percic and wife Anita in Croatia. Visitation at WINDSOR CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME (Banwell Chapel) 519-253-7234 11677 Tecumseh Rd. E. at Banwell Rd. on Wednesday July 17, 2013 from 2-5 pm and 7-9 pm. Parish prayers Wednesday at 7:30pm. Funeral service will be held on Thursday July 18, 2013 at 10:30am from the Banwell Chapel going to St.Anne Church (Tecumseh) for Mass of the Resurrection at 11:00 am. Interment to follow at Heavenly Rest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Windsor and Essex County. On-line condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com. Special thank you to the staff at Met Hospital, 5th floor transitional staff at Hotel Dieu Hospital, and all the staff and Doctors at Hospice of Windsor.
MCNORTON, John
He fought until the very end and passed away peacefully on July 14, 2013 at the age of 66 years. Loving partner and best friend of Maureen Billing. Husband of the late Lynn (1992). Dear dad of Tammy Dobson & husband Sean and Norm & wife Cristy. Stepfather of Kyle and Mitchell Billing. Dear Pépé of Mitchell, Lauren and Caitlin. Dear brother of Mary Helen St. Pierre, Charlene & Jim Williams, late Jerry and Paul McNorton. Dear brother in-law of Lea-Ann McNorton, Marianne Dubrieul, Roger (late Linda) Poirier, Paul (Diane) Poirier , Gail (Lionel) Baillargeon and Gerald (Tammy) Poirier. Loving uncle of several nieces and nephews. John worked at Kelsey Hayes for many years. Visitation at WINDSOR CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME (Banwell Chapel) 519-253-7234, 11677 Tecumseh Rd. E. at Banwell Rd. on Wednesday July 17, 2013 from 2-5pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral service on Thursday July 18, 2013 at 10:00 am in the Chapel. Interment to follow at St. Anne Cemetery. In memory of John, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario. On-line condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com
GIROUX, Mary (Nee Troch)
GIROUX, Mary (Nee Troch) passed away on July 11, 2013 at the age of 86 years at Banwell Gardens. Beloved wife of 62 years to Larry Giroux. Loving and cherished mother of Cathy. Dear sister of Helen Baker and her late husband Russ of Arizona. Special thanks and friends Kim and Bill Baverstock. At Mary’s request cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In kindness memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Windsor & Essex County, the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario, or the Multiple Sclerosis Society ( envelopes available at the funeral home ). Arrangements entrusted to WINDSOR CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME (Banwell Chapel) 519- 253-7234 11677 Tecumseh Rd. E. (Corner of Banwell and Tecumseh). On-line condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com
GELINAS, Claudette (nee Laplante)
passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family on July 7, 2013 at the age of 73 years. Loving wife to Maurice sharing 45 years of marriage. Cherished Mom and best friend to Lynn Geminelli and husband Orazio. Adoring Meme to Vince, Toni and Erica. Dear sister to Rachelle and Arthur Legault, Lorette and Lionel Violet, and Georges and Noella Laplante. Predeceased by brother Armand Laplante and survived by wife Micheline. Dear sister-in-law of Carmen and Clement Beauparlant, Claude and Judy Gelinas, Fernande Gelinas and Marcel Genereux. Claudette will be forever loved and remembered by many nieces, nephews and extended family and dear friends. A special thank you to the nurses, doctors and support staff from 4th Floor at Met Campus for the exceptional care shown to Claudette . Visiting at the WINDSOR CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME (Banwell Chapel) 253-7234 11677 Tecumseh Rd. E. at Banwell Rd. on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 from to 2 – 5 and 7 – 9 p.m. Parish prayers Tuesday at 4:00 p.m. Funeral Service on Wednesday, July 10, 2013 at 10:15 a.m. from the Funeral Home, then to St. Jerome Church ( 3739 Ypres Ave.) for Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Cremation to follow. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com
NANTAU, James Gregory
On July 5th, 2013 we lost a great man. It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Jim Nantau, at the age of 49 years. Jim passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family. His loving wife Tammy (Dumas) and their children Michael, Aryn, and Heather. Jim was very close with his brother Bill Nantau and sister Christine Perryman (Nantau). Jim also treasured his relationships with his sister-in-law Kim Nantau and brother-in-law Dale Perryman. Son in law to Gary and Sally Dumas who loved Jim and always thought of Jim as their son. Jim has had many successful accomplishments. He was a graduate of the University of Windsor and University of Western Ontario. He received his MBA from the Ivey Business School. Jim has had a long career in banking with Royal Bank of Canada and Bank of Montreal. Jim served on the Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital Foundation Board of Directors. He taught business at the Nipissing University. Jim also enjoyed being a published writer. He has been published in the Montreal Review, Windsor Star, as well as with Aquarius Press. Family was very important to Jim and he will be greatly missed by nieces and nephews Lauren Nantau, Ally, Ryan, and Jack Perryman. Loving brother-in-law to Gary (Dumas) and his wife Margey and their children Jayson and Chloe. Jim enjoyed traveling from China across Canada to Mexico. He especially enjoyed going to his cottage in Michigan with his friends and family where he spent time golfing, hiking, sailing, and outdoor living. He loved his steaks on the open pit barbeque and enjoying the view of the lake. Special thank you to Lori Bachynski who made it possible for Jim to pass graciously and with dignity. Reaching down from heaven are Jim’s parents Nadia (Cebrynski) and Bill Nantau who have embraced him into heaven and will together look down on his family. Visitation at WINDSOR CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME (Banwell Chapel) 253-7234 11677 Tecumseh Rd. E. (Corner of Banwell and Tecumseh) on Sunday, July 7th, 2013 from 2-5pm and 7-9pm. Parish prayers Sunday at 4:30pm. Funeral service will be held on Monday, July 8th, 2013 at 10:15am from the Banwell Chapel then to Good Shepherd Parish (St. Gregory site) for funeral mass at 11am. On-line condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com
WHITELAW, Margaret of London
Peacefully at Craigwiel Gardens, Ailsa Craig, on Wednesday, July 17, 2013, Mary Margaret “Marg” (Halverson) Whitelaw in her 105th year. Beloved wife of the late Alex Whitelaw (1958) and the late Dr. Wallace Beasley. Loving Mother of Peter Whitelaw and Sandra Hough both of London. Proud Nana of Jordan and Lauren. Also missed by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her siblings. Mom helped paved the way for Occupational Nursing, by being the first Industrial Nurse at Chrysler in Windsor and also at Labatt’s in London. Cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Kidney Foundation of Canada – Southwestern Ontario Chapter, 785 Wonderland Road South, Suite 203, London ON, N6K 1M6 or the CNIB, 749 Baseline Road East, London ON N6C 2R6. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with cremation arrangements. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
LAFRANCE, Sophie and Nadia of St-Isidore
Mrs. Sophie and Nadia Lafrance from St-Isidore passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2013 at the age of 17 and 19. They were the daughters of the late Jacques Lafrance and of Nicole Coderre; the dear sisters of Jean-François (Isabelle Guertin); the beloved granddaughters of Rosaire and Lina Lafrance also of the late Laurier and Eveline Coderre. She survived by many uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and friends.
Funeral details were entrusted to Berthiaume Funeral Home Ltd. 416, McGill, Hawkesbury, Ontario (877) 632-8511. A celebration of life will be held at the Casselman Catholic High School Thursday July 18th 2013 from 7:30 p.m.
For those who wish, donations to the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario F, 415 Smyth Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1H 8M8 would be appreciated.
