Passed unexpectedly on Friday, September 12, 2014 in his 97th year. Husband of the late Fernand Menard. Loving father of Doris O’Donnell (Kingston) and Shirley Peterson (Victoria B.C.). Fondly remembered by his grandchildren Lisa & Stephanie, Nyree-Dawn & Sean. Proud great grandfather to Kayla, Mitchell & Shane. Cherished big brother to Evelyn Ward. Sadly missed by his fishing and hunting buddies and his extended family at Adair Place, Tamworth. As per his request a private family gathering will be held at a later date. For those desiring donations to the L & A Hospital Foundation, Napanee would be appreciated by the family.
GADKE, Brenda of Hanover
Brenda Gadke, of Hanover, passed away on Friday, September 05, 2014. She was 58.
Born in Wingham, Ontario to the late Raymond and Marjorie (nee Brautigam) Gadke on January 3, 1956. Brenda worked as an educational assistant with the Bluewater District School Board for a number of years. She was a member of the Hanover Legion Branch No. 130 and was often found lending a hand with fundraising efforts.
Survived by her daughter Amanda Gadke of Toronto, brothers Ron (Helen) Gadke of Hanover, Roger (Sharon) Gadke of London, Brad Gadke of Vancouver and Brett Gadke of Salt Spring Island, B.C., sister Crystal Gadke of St. Thomas and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents and brother Paris “Perry” Gadke.
To honour Brenda’s wishes, there will be a private family memorial at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover.
Memorial donations to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
ONLAND, Bernardus “Ben” of Brockville
Peacefully, with his family by his side, at the St. Lawrence Lodge in Brockville on Saturday September 6th, 2014. Ben Onland aged 79years. Beloved husband of the late Shirley (Skelton) Onland. Loving father of John Hooton of Swift Current SK, Heather VanDusen (Doug Bowes) of Lanark, Mary Kelly (Arthur) of Maitland, Williamena Mallette (Danny) of Tincap, Margaret Hooton of Brockville, John Onland of Vancouver BC, William Reynolds (Cheryl) of Lanark, Gerda Birmingham of Gananoque, Nancy Kraus (David) of Rushlake SK, Michael Onland (Michelle) of Brockville and Betsy Onland of Swift Current SK. Cherished grandfather of 26 and numerous great grandchildren. Dear brother of Debbie Hutt of Brockville and the late George Onland. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. At Ben’s request there will be no visitation or service. In memory of Ben, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Barclay Funeral Home, 137 Pearl St. East Brockville, entrusted with arrangements.
NAPPER, Helen of Petrolia
Died peacefully at Lambton Meadowview Villa, Petrolia on Thursday, September 4, 2014. HELEN NAPPER (Thompson) (nee Young) of Petrolia, was in her 97th year. Helen was predeceased by her husbands William E. Thompson (1979) and Ernie Napper (2006) and her sons Douglas Thompson (1995) and Delmar Thompson (2012). She will be missed by her son Darryl (Debbie) Thompson of Agassiz, B.C., her daughters-in-law Carol Thompson and Karen Thompson both of Petrolia, and her grandchildren Wayne (Bonnie), Todd (Jen), Heather, Jeff (Lili), Jason (Amanda), Dennis (Charlotte), Melanie, and Crystal (Chris) and her eight great grandchildren. Helen is also survived by her sisters Jean Hall and Donna and her brother Don Young, and is predeceased by sisters Margaret Staples, Frances Mason, and Dorothy Leckie and her brothers Colin, Robert, and John Young. Helen was an active of member of Zion United Church and of St. Paul’s United Church. She was also a life member of Birkhall Women’s Institute. Visitors will be received on Sunday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Monday from 10 to 10:45 at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia. A funeral service will be held on Monday, September 8, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Rev. Carolyn Wilson Wynne of St. Paul’s United Church officiating. Interment in Hillsdale Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Lambton Meadowview Villa Activity Fund or the Canadian Cancer Society (www.cancer.ca).
GAREAU, Ruth of Sudbury, ON
GAREAU, RuthThe family announces with great sorrow her passing in Sudbury on Wednesday, August 27th, 2014 at the age of 70 years. Wife of the late Constant Gareau. Daughter of the late William and of the late Rose (née Lamontagne) Cartier. Beloved mother of Judy Obelich (Frank) of BC and Monique Trudel (Jeff) of Sudbury. Predeceased by her brothers and sisters Roger Cartier, Leonard Cartier, Claire Roy and Rose-Marie Malott. Cherished grandmother of Jennifer, Bryan, Joceline and Curtis. Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. In keeping with Ruth’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the COOPERATIVE FUNERAL HOME, Sudbury.
McKeone, Josephine, of Chatham, ON
McKEONE (McAlorum), Josephine. “Well travelled, well read, well lived” This is the story of our dear mother Jo who passed away on August 18, 2014 at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance in the comforting arms of her daughter Norma. It began in 1923 when Jo was born to James and Annie McAlorum and was a loving sister to all her brothers and sisters. Surviving brothers Bobby and Billy and sister Aggie stopped by to visit during her hospitalization and also at St. Andrew’s Residence. She was married to Alfred Down until his death in active service for his country during WWll in the Netherlands. Later she married James and was the proud mother to Lois (Bob) Cowper, Virginia (Les) Trelenberg and Norma (Ken) Demers. After Jim passed away in 1997, Jo got her driver’s license and started her travels! Her travels took her to wonderful places including an Alaskan cruise with Virginia, a trip to Quebec City and Montreal and a trip to Scotland and Ireland with Lois and Bob and again with brother Bobby and niece Mary Eleanor, visits to as far away as Vancouver by plane and as short as weekend trips to Essex in her car. Her local drives around Chatham took her to dinner and a cold beer or a movie with Norma or Saturday morning coffee with the gang. As an avid reader she was always willing to share a book review with anyone and if you were lucky she would give you her copy of her latest favourite. Her love of reading has been passed along especially to her great grand kids. Jo was the proud grandmother to James (Tricia) Cowper, Stacey (Jamie) Paquette, Katie (Neil) Demers and Kelly Demers. These four continue her story by adding eight beautiful great grandchildren; Taylyn, Jayce, Emmit and Jett Paquette, Zoe and Gavin Cowper, Keane Demers and Kashlindh Demers. During her time at Caleb Village she shared fond memories with her friends there and will be especially missed by Sophie Kaloyanis. Lois and Virginia are eternally grateful to Norma for her selfless love and care of our mother when we weren’t able to be there. Family to receive friends at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, on Thursday from 2:00-4:00 &7:00-9:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at Christ Church, Chatham, on Friday, August 22, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with The Venerable Paul Millward officiating. Interment to follow at Maple Leaf Cemetery, Chatham. Donations in memory of Jo to the War Amps or the Ronald McDonald House would be greatly appreciated by the family.
CARR, WALTER LAWSON
Walter Carr passed away at Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, August 13, 2014 . Born on July 21, 1932 in St. Catharines to the late George and Isobel Carr. Walter was raised in St. Davids and later moved to Matchedash, Simcoe County in 1972. He is survived by his loving wife Tineke Carr (nee den Bak). Dear father of David and his wife Carla Kilpela, Judy and her husband Glenn Howard and Tom and his wife Kathy-Anne. Devoted grandfather to Matthew Carr and his fiancé Victoria Grenkie, Jessica Carr, Scott Howard and Carly Howard. Walter retired as Quarry Manger of Lafarge, formerly known as Allen G. Cook in Tay Township. He served 2 terms as Reeve of Matchedash Township, sat on the Area Planning Board of Couchiching and was formerly the Roads Chairman for Simcoe County. He loved curling and shuffle board. Tineke and Walter enjoyed time together travelling in their RV to all of the Canadian provinces and all but 3 states in the U.S. His good sense of humour, practical jokes and patience will be missed by all. Special thanks to the Drs, nurses and staff for their care and assistance during Walter’s decline. A celebration of his life will be held at the Coldwater Curling Club, 9 Michael Ann Drive on Sunday, August 24th from 2-5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Lung Association or Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the LeClair Cremation Centre.
PENICH, Helma a resident of Bothwell
Penich: Helma K., a resident of Bothwell, passed away peacefully at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Chatham on Sunday, August 17, 2014 at the age of 78. Born in Chatham, daughter of the late John Sr. and Katherine (Judt) Gartner. Beloved wife of Mike Penich Sr.. Loving mother of Mike Penich Jr. (Christine) of R.R.#1 Newbury, Steven Penich of Peachland B.C., Barb Dinner (Chuck) of Bothwell, Dan Penich (Grace) of London, Shelly Carson (Roy) of Powell River B.C. Helma will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Shaneka (Tim), Jesse, Jordon, Dalton, Shane (Jackie), Stephanie, Joel, Elijah, Steve, Noah, and great-grandchildren Samantha, Lexi, J’Lynn, Madison and Austin. Helma is survived by her dear Sister of MaryAn Langlois (Len) of Chatham, and dear brothers John Gartner Jr. (Doreen) of Bothwell, Peter Gartner (Randi) of Chatham. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. The Penich family will receive friends at the Badder & Robinson Funeral Home, 211 Elm St. Bothwell on Thursday from 2 – 4pm and 7-9pm. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday, August 22, 2014 at 11 AM with Fr. Ray Lawhead officiating. Interment St. Ignatius Cemetery, Bothwell. Donations (by cheque) to the Bothwell Optimist Club, Royal Canadian Legion, Bothwell, or Four Counties Health Services Foundation would be appreciated.
CLENDENNING, Ethel (nee Beck)
A resident of The Village on the Ridge, Ridgetown and formerly of Harwich Township, Ethel Clendenning passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2014 in her 93rd year. Born in Chatham, Ethel was the daughter of the late Isaac and Mae (Moore) Beck. Beloved wife of the late Fraser Dunbar Clendenning (2006). Loving mother of Linda Terry (Bob) of Blenheim and Bill Clendenning (Linda) of Harwich Township. Proud grandmother of Greg Terry (Val) of Chatham, Russell Clendenning (April) of Harwich Township, Cathryn Dick (Jason) of Harwich Township and Janet Clendenning of Vancouver. Dear Nana to Alana and Makenna Terry.
Dear sister to Madge Duff of Collingwood and Lloyd Beck (Rusty) of Minnesota. Predeceased by her siblings Fred Beck, Ella Prail, Freda Simpson, Rene Crosbie, John Beck and Harold Beck. Sister-in-law to Dorothy Beck, Norma Rowe (John), Kate Clendenning and Jack Kerr (Coleen). Also missed by many nieces, nephews, friends and extended family.
Ethel served in the R.C.A.F. during World War II. She thoroughly enjoyed golfing and curling and was a proud member of the Blenheim Golf Club and the Golden Acres Curling Club.
Family will receive friends at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 141 Park Street, Blenheim on Sunday from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 18, 2014 with Pastor Ed Nicol officiating. Interment to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Blenheim. Donations made in memory of Ethel to the Parkinson Society or Chatham-Kent Hospice would be appreciated.
