Inwood, Eric Allen of St. Thomas, passed away peacefully at his residence, on Sunday, September 27th, 2015, at the age of 73. Dearly loved husband of Shauna (Astley) Inwood and loved father of Natasha of Collingwood and Jamey of St. Thomas. Dear brother of Evelyn Bowles of Smith Falls and Jack Inwood of Perth. Predeceased by 5 sisters Audrey, Helen, Ethel, Marguerite and Ruby and 3 brothers Norman, Jimmy and Gilbert. Also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. Eric was born in Perth on October 23, 1941, the son of the late James and Annie (Sweeney) Inwood. He was retired from Ontario Hydro Construction, Northern Zone.
A private family service will be held at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin St., St. Thomas on Tuesday morning. Cremation to follow. No public visitation. Special thanks to C.C.A.C., V.O.N., and Nancy and Lucille of Care Partners Home Care. Remembrances may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Elgin.
Jovanović, Ivan
Jovanović, Ivan of St. Thomas passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, September 25th, 2015, at the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital in his 83rd year. Dearly loved husband of Marija (Starčević) Jovanović and dearly loved father of Mira Jurčić (Milan), Branko Jovanović (Ana) and Anka Wimbush (Kenny). Dear brother of the late Ana Marinac, the late Mara Kolačević, the late Mate Jovanović, Zorka Milković, the late Martin Jovanović, the late Lukica Jovanović and Jurica Jovanović. Cherished grandfather of Marija (Jurčić) Forget, Dane Jurčić, Milan Jovanović, Marta (Jurčić) Tremblett, Kristina Jovanović, Ivan Wimbush, Tomislav Wimbush and Madison Wimbush and great grandfather of Juliett Tremblett, Ella Jovanović, Jacob Tremblett and Luke Forget. Ivan was born in Donje Pazarište, Lika Croatia on September 19th, 1933, the son of the late Stevo and Franjka (Krmpotić) Jovanović. He was a carpenter. He was a member of the Saint Leopold Mandić Croatian Catholic Church. He was a former member of the Croatian Catholic Union and former President of the Saint Leopold Mandić Croatian Catholic Church.
The family will receive friends at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin St., St. Thomas on Sunday from 2:30-4:30 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. The Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Leopold Mandić Croatian Catholic Church, London, on Monday at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow in Holy Angels’ Cemetery. Prayers will be recited at the funeral home on Sunday at 8:00 p.m. Remembrances may be made to the Saint Leopold Mandić Croatian Church.
Dyck, David
Dyck, David of St. Thomas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, September 2nd, 2015, at the age of 56. Dearly loved father of Joseph David Dyck (Amy Rowland), Sarah Nicole Dyck (Kevin Dutra) and Shayne Michael Luke Dyck. Loved grandfather of Ashton and Eden Youmans. Sadly missed by loved ones Peggy, Paige, Micah and Wil VandeelPiepers. Dear brother of Abraham Dyck (Helene), Annie Thiessen (Ben), Jake Dueck and Margaret Klassen (Henry). David was born in Mexico on July 19, 1959, the son of the late Jacob and Justina (Wiebe) Dyck. He was a Registered Practical Nurse for 28 years at Southwest Center For Forensic Mental Health Care.
A celebration of David’s life will be held at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin St., St. Thomas on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. Rev. Stephen Yeo officiating. No visitation prior to the service. Cremation. Remembrances may be made to St. Joseph’s Hospice, London.
Fleming, Mark Justin
Fleming, Mark Justin of St. Thomas, passed away on Tuesday, August 11th, 2015, peacefully at his parents residence, with his parents by his side, at the age of 42. Dearly loved son of Robert and Carol (Hoy) Fleming and loved father of Liam Justin Fleming and his mother Melanie. Loved brother of Sue Gethke (Mike) and Paul Fleming (Mark). Dear uncle of Emily, Ross and Dan. Mark was born in St. Thomas on November 14, 1972. He was a Red Seal carpenter and industrial journeyman electrician. Mark was a member of the Roman Catholic Faith.
Resting at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin St., St. Thomas where funeral service will be held Friday at 12:00 pm. Cremation to follow. Visitation at the funeral home on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Prayers will be recited at the funeral home at 4:00pm on Thursday. Remembrances may be made to the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital Foundation, the London Health Science Centre Foundation or to Troy’s Run (Brain Injury Research).
BOCKING, Dianne (Whitmore)
BOCKING, Dianne (Whitmore) passed away suddenly but peacefully at their family cottage in Muskoka on Friday, June 26, 2015 at age 64. Beloved wife of Dr. J Kenneth Bocking. Loving mother of Andrew (Andrea), Steven (Candace), and Kathryn (Nathan Johnston). Proud and loving grandmother of Bradley, Timothy and Cora. Dear sister of Lynne and husband Reverend Robert Geddes and aunt to Jenn (Michael) and Jeff (Tyler). Fondly remembered by her sister-in-law Barbara (John), her brothers-in-law Bruce (Elizabeth), Alan (Barb), Don (Anne) and Bob (Barb), and their children and grandchildren. Dianne was predeceased by her parents, Elva and Carm Whitmore. She will be sadly missed by her circle of close friends. She was an avid quilter in the Quilting Guild, an active member of the St. Thomas Curling Club, and member of the University Women’s Club for over 35 years. Dianne was a graduate of the University of Western Ontario and was the first dietitian at University Hospital in London, later working for Home Care after moving to St. Thomas.
Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm on Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin St., St. Thomas. The service of celebration will be held on Thursday, July 2, 2015 at 11 am, at First United Church, 7 Curtis St., St. Thomas. Private interment at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to St.Thomas-Elgin General Hospital Building Fund or Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Simon, Karen
Simon, Karen of St. Thomas, passed away on Thursday, March 19th, 2015, at Caressant Care Home, St. Thomas , in her 70th year. Loved daughter of the late Otto William and Mary Louise (Barfoot) Simon. Dear sister of Maureen Vanwalleghem (Roger) and aunt of Deb Tuff (Tom). Lifelong friend of Carl Smith and Gloria. Karen worked at the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital.
There will be no visitation. Remembrances may be made to the charity of choice.
Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin St., St. Thomas in charge of arrangements.
Fanset, Kimberley Ann
Fanset, Kimberley Ann of St. Thomas passed away on Monday, March 23rd, 2015 in her 51st year. Beloved daughter of James and the late Beverly (Young) Calberry of Warsaw, ON. Loved mother of Travis Fanset of Scarborough, ON and dear brother of Jim Calberry of Warsaw, ON. Kimberley was born in Peterborough, on June 18th, 1964.
Private family service will be held. No public visitation. Cremation has taken place. Memorial donations may be made to charity of one’s choice. Williams Funeral Home, 45 Elgin Street, St. Thomas entrusted with arrangements.
