Obituaries - Jul - Waterloo Region Branch

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The Record Newspaper - Kitchener - Obituaries July 2007
The Record Newspaper - Jul. 3, 2007
BRUBACHER, Pearl (Mrs. Morris) - Peacefully, on Friday, June 29, 2007, at Chateau Gardens, Elmira. Pearl
(Kenney) Brubacher, in her 102nd year, of Elmira. Beloved wife of the late Morris Brubacher (1984). Dear mother
of Evelyn and Archie Wilson and Jean Campbell all of Elora. Also lovingly remembered by her grandchildren,
David (Cindy) Wilson, Susan (Richard) Lauzon, Bruce (Ingrid) Campbell, Patricia Campbell, Cathy (Chris) Lyon
and her great-grandchildren, Heather and Andrew, Nathan, Bart, Andre, Patrick, Allyne, Matthew and Samantha
and her first great-great-grandson, Holden. Pearl was predeceased by her parents, William and Ida Kenney; one
brother, Clarence; one sister, Florence and son-in-law, Robert Campbell. Pearl was a life long faithful member of
Gale Presbyterian Church, Elmira and the Trillium Rebekah Lodge, Elmira. The family will receive their friends
and relatives at the Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira this evening (Tuesday) 7-9 p.m. At 9 a.m. on Wednesday,
July 4, 2007 transfer will be made to Gale Presbyterian Church, Elmira for funeral service at 11 a.m. followed by
interment in Elmira Union Cemetery. In her memory, donations to Chateau Gardens Auxiliary or Gale Presbyterian
Church would be appreciated by the family as expressions of sympathy.
BUNN, Marie Ruth - Passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday June 30, 2007 in her 55th year.
Beloved wife of Norm Bunn, and loving mother of Steven Foley and his wife Sherry of Waterloo and her
grandchildren Curtis, Nicole and Jackson. Loving sister of Paul Foley of Toronto. Also survived by her Aunt and
Uncle Gloria and Sam Carusi of Oakville. Marie was born in Toronto on December 30, 1952 and has lived in
Cambridge for the last three years. At Marie's request cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or
services at this time. Arrangements entrusted to the Barthel Funeral Home 566 Queenston Road Cambridge (6533251) Tributes may be made on line at www.mem.com
CARD, SHAWN Ross - Suddenly at his residence in Kitchener on Tuesday, June 26, 2007. Shawn Card at the age
of 45 years. Dear son of Christine Card (Chesley Craig) of Guelph and the late Douglas Card (1991). Loved brother
of Greg and his wife Trudy of Alma, Darren and his wife Mary of Cape Breton, N.S., Sherry Card of Calgary
Alberta. Sadly missed by his nieces, Wanda, Lisa, Clara, Ceilidh and nephew, Brandon and his many friends and
co-workers. A private service was held at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL - McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home , One
Delhi Street, Guelph on Saturday, June 30, 2007. Interment has taken place at Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorial
contributions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated.
COUTTS, H. Frank - With sadness the family announces the passing of H. Frank Coutts, 88, on Sunday July 1,
2007. He will be greatly missed by his four children, Joe and his wife Jane, Nancy and her husband Al Pemberton,
Bob, and Tina. Through church and service clubs Frank was a dedicated volunteer within the community.
Predeceased in 1990 by his wife, Olive, he was the last of his family's generation. The family thanks the
Neurosurgery nursing staff at Trillium Health Center for the exceptional care given to Dad over the past month.
Friends may call at the Turner & Porter “Peel” Chapel, 2180 Hurontario St., Mississauga (Hwy 10, N. of the
QEW) this evening (Tuesday) from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held at
Applewood United Church, 2067 Stanfield Road, Mississauga on Thursday July 5, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Interment St.
John's Dixie Cemetery. Among the charities Frank supported were the Canadian Cancer Society, the Mission and
Service Fund of the United Church of Canada, and Applewood United Church. In memory of Frank, please donate
to a charity of your choice.
CRUCHLEY, Edward Phillip - Peacefully, on Saturday, June 30, 2007, at Kitchener, on his 90th birthday.
Predeceased by Una, his beloved wife of 57 years and sons, Lawrence and Phillip Edwards. Devoted father to Mary
Kerr (Charles), Frances Adam and Patricia Cruchley. Loving brother of Isabel Moore of Vancouver and John
(Signe) of Sarnia. Fondly remembered by six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the
wonderfully supportive staff and volunteers at the Village of Winston Park who ensured Edward's years were active
and happy ones. Particular thanks to the nursing staff and hospice volunteers who provided palliative care in
familiar surroundings. To celebrate Edward's life, a Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, July 4, 2007 (today)
from St. Anne's RC Church, 268 East Ave., Kitchener at 11 a.m. with Rev. Mark Sullivan as celebrant. Cremation
to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society (Prostate Cancer Research) would be greatly
appreciated by the family by calling the Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home and Chapel, 51 Benton at Church
St., Kitchener, at 519-742-4481.
DOUGLAS, Elaine - Peacefully, at North Wellington Health Care, Palmerston, on Saturday, June 30, 2007, Mrs.
Marjorie Elaine (Dippel) Douglas of Listowel, and formerly of Palmerston, in her 79th year. Wife of the late
Harvey Douglas. Mother of Nancy Hendry of Atwood, and Bill and Kelli Douglas of St. Marys. Grandmother of
Andrew Douglas, Kate-Lin Douglas, Charlene and Doug Gray, Jason Hendry and Christopher Hendry. Sister of
Bill and Annis Dippel of Waterloo. Sister-in-law of Elwood and Marjorie Douglas and Alice Douglas, all of
Harriston, Clarence Henry of Sarnia, and Beatrice and Tom Gerrie of Fergus. Predeceased by her parents Oscar and
Virdella (Ankeman) Dippel, brother Ross Dippel, brother-in-law Murray Douglas, and sister-in-law Muriel Henry.
Visitation will be held at the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel today (Tuesday) from 2-4 to 7-9 p.m. The funeral
service will be held at Palmerston United Church on Wednesday, July 4 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Peter Moffat and
Rev. Elizabeth Moffat officiating. Interment in Harriston Cemetery. Memorial donations to Listowel Memorial
Hospital Foundation, or Alstrom Syndrome Canada would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at
www.eatonfuneralhome.ca
ELLIS, Eric - November 21, 1925 - July 1, 2007. Passed away peacefully at his residence. Beloved husband of
Ada "Merel". Loving father of Linda Tucker, Gary Ellis, Kris Ellis (Ronda). Fondly remembered by grandchildren,
Colleen Tucker, Bradley Tucker (Stefania), Scott, Jordan, Randy, Morgan and Todd Ellis and by greatgrandchildren, Madeline and Damian Tucker. Survived by brother, John Ellis (Joyce); sister, Mildred "Gert"
Lessard (Robert) and brother, Winston Hoadley (Patricia). Eric was a veteran of the Second World War. A private
family service was held. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home 519-745-9495.
Donations to the Grand River Regional Cancer Society would be appreciated.
GICK, Robert Timothy - It is with immense sadness, that the family announces
the death of their beloved son, brother, grandson, on Saturday, June 30, 2007, in his
21st year. Survived by his parents, Robert and Janet and his brother, Dieter. Special
grandson to Jack and Barb Krueger. He will also be sadly missed by his great-aunt,
Doris and great-uncle, Jim as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and close
friends. Predeceased by his grandmothers, Glenna Krueger and Maria Gick. Bobby
was a reluctant graduate of Southwood Secondary High School and was currently
employed at Karmax Heavy Stamping in Milton. Bobby will forever be
remembered for his love and passion of cars, especially his Cadillac STS. A young
man that was loved and will be missed by everyone whose life he touched. Family will receive friends at Coutts
Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 96 St. Andrew's St., Cambridge on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
Funeral Services will be conducted at St. Andrew's Hespeler Presbyterian Church, 73 Queen St., E., Cambridge, on
Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Jeff Veenstra officiating. As expressions of sympathy, donations
may be made to the Cambridge Memorial Hospital, Mental Health Unit. Through Bobby's life the family had the
opportunity to save the lives of others. Please consider signing your donor card.
HACKBORN, Evelyn Lenora (Franklin) - After a lengthy illness at Riverbend Place, Cambridge on Saturday,
June 30, 2007 in her 70th year, Evelyn Hackborn of Riverbend Place formerly of John Bayus Park. Dear wife of
Kenneth Hackborn and the late John Franklin (2006). Beloved mother of Douglas Franklin; Loretta (Lori) Hillis
and fiance John all of Cambridge; Dennis Franklin and wife Cindy of B.C.; Teresa Franklin and fiance Bill and
Patricia Roy and husband Dan all of Cambridge. Dear stepmother of Martin, Shelley and family and Wendy and
Shaun Davis and family of Calgary. Dear grandmother of Sarah, Alexandra; Amanda, Michelle, Candice; Heather
Danyel; Aaron, Alyssa, Joseph, Shay and Angelique. Also survived by four great- grandchildren. She was
predeceased by her son, Robert (1984) and her still born son, Joseph and a stepson, Ronald Hackborn (1999).
Eveyln was a stay at home Mom for 24 years. She then worked full time at Canparts Automotive in Cambridge and
later as a waitress at the Rosewood Cafe where she worked until her early retirement. Resting at the Corbett
Funeral Home , 95 Dundas Street, Cambridge where the family will receive friends on Wednesday 3-5 and 7-9
p.m. Funeral service to take place at the funeral home chapel on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 3 p.m. Cremation to
follow. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Lung Association of Ontario.
HAZEN, Beverly Bruce - After a brief illness at the K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, on June 28,
2007, in his 74th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Eileen on June 7, 2007. Survived by his sister, Marie
Killick of Cambridge; brother, Willard of Stratford. Cherished father of Rick Hazen and Cheryl Langs, both of
Kitchener and Lynda (Joe) Taylor of Drumbo. Longtime father-in-law of Ronnie Hazen and longtime sons-in-law,
Jim Langs and Kevin Bechard. Loved grandfather of Michael, Jason, Kirsten, Lisa and Jaime and four greatgrandchildren. Memorial visitation will be held at Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 223 Main St. E.,
Cambridge, on Monday, July 9, 2007 from 7-9 p.m. A Celebration of Eileen and Bev's Life will be conducted in the
funeral home chapel on Tuesday, July 10, 2007 at 3 p.m. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers,
remembrances to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
HEADON, Beverly (nee Forsyth) - Peacefully, after a courageous battle with cancer, at Groves Memorial
Hospital, Fergus, on Friday June 29, 2007, of Elmira, and formerly of Paris, in her 56th year. Beloved wife to Ron.
Cherished mother to Heidi and Jody both at home. Loved daughter to John Forsyth and the late Shirley. Dear sister
to Barry Forsyth (Sarah McNeil) and Wayne Forysth (Julia). Sadly missed by her in -laws George and Marion
Headon and their family. Also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends may call at the Wm. Kipp
Funeral Home, 184 Grand River St. N. Paris today (Tuesday) 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services to be held at
Koinonia Christian Fellowship Centre, 850 Sawmill Rd. Bloomingdale, on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor
Steve Fleming officiating. Interment Paris Cemetery. Donations to the Koinonia Christian Fellowship would be
appreciated. Online condolences or donations may be arranged through www.wmkippfuneralhome.com or by
contacting Wm. Kipp, 519-442-3061.
KAMBURIS, Ruth Joan - Passed away peacefully, at Cambridge Memorial Hospital, on Saturday June 30, 2007,
in her 73rd. year. Beloved wife of Angelo and loving Mother of Carey Coffin and her husband Pete of Cambridge.
Also survived by her granddaughter, Kimber McPetrie and her husband Robert of Burlington and greatgrandchildren, Destiny, Kayla and Conner. Predeceased by her parents; two brothers and two sisters. At the request
of Ruth, there will be no visitation or services at this time. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to
the Barthel Funeral Home, (653-3251). Tributes may be made on line at www.mem.com.
KINGS, Mary Sylvia (1923-2007) - It is with deepest regret and yet a sense of profound gratitude knowing she is
at peace, that her husband of 64 years, Ken along with their children: Marty (Mary) of Waterloo, Larry (Trish), Pat
(Mal) Wilson, Dennis, Moira (Rod) Howes, Greg (Brenda), MaryJane (Brian) Armstrong announce Sylvia's
passing to eternal life on Saturday June 30, 2007. She will be forever missed by her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, Sean Kings (Christine), P.J., Ryan (Michelle) Kings and baby Maya, Marcia (Kris) Cowan and
daughters, Edie, Abbey Jean and Mary Ella, Alyson Kings (Darren); Mal (Shawna) Wilson and children, Malcolm
and Celeste, Julie-Anne Wilson (Ray); Jason Kings, Jennifer (Jay) Nagy and daughters Emma Kings-Gale and
Hannah Nagy, Jillian (Bruce) Clarke and son, Blake, Matthew (Nancy) Kings and their mother, Donna Kings;
Christopher and Nicole Howes; Thomas, Andrea Kings (Cory) and Ashley Kings; Andrew and Emily O'Connell.
They are blessed with many wonderful memories of their Gram and Gigi. Sylvia joins her three angels; daughter,
MaryLouise, granddaughter, Laura O'Connell (1994) and grandson, Jeffery Kings (1994). She was the daughter of
the late William and Elizabeth Fullerton and daughter-in-law of the late George and Elizabeth Kings all of whom
loved her deeply. She is remembered in a special way by her brothers and their wives: Terry (Joyce) Fullerton, Jim
(Nina) Fullerton and sister in law, Pat Fullerton. She was pre-deceased by a sister, Rosaleen, and brothers, William,
Leonard, Maurice, Martin, Desmond and brothers-in-law Bernard Kings, and Al Pollock. They held a very special
place in her life. Sylvia also leaves to mourn, her Toronto family: Jim (Myrt) Kings, Josie Pollock, Jan Kings, Tom
(Wilma) Kings, Sylvia and Hugh Canning. She truly valued their love. Her many nieces and nephews were an
important part of her life and they will miss her dearly. Sylvia and Ken founded Kings Wood Products in Paris,
Ontario. Their dedication to the business was far surpassed by their commitment to each other and their family.
Their sons and daughters are forever grateful for the unconditional love shown to them. Please light a candle and
say a prayer of thanksgiving for Sylvia's life, a woman who tried to see the goodness in others. We will love you
forever and miss you always. The family will receive friends at the Thorpe Brothers' Funeral Home & Chapel,
96 West Street, Brantford today (Wednesday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass will be offered by Father Mike Bennett
at Sacred Heart Parish, 17 Washington Street, Paris on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 11 a.m. Cremation to follow. In
lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Joseph's Lifecare, Brantford General Hospital (Palliative Care) or to
the Stedman Community Hospice. Thorpe Brothers' 519-759-2211 www.mem.com
LANGFORD, Kenneth (Poppa) - Passed away peacefully at Cambridge Memorial Hospital on Saturday, June 30,
2007, at the age of 87. Cherished father of Phillip of British Columbia, Tony of Texas, Beryl-Ann (Craig) of Ayr
and Matthew (Melanie) of Paris. Ken will also be missed by life long friend of the family, Dolores Turner. His
grandchildren and great-grandchildren are fortunate to have had many happy moments with Poppa which they will
cherish. Predeceased by his wife, Beryl (2000) and grandson Adam (1979). Born in Coseley England, he was a
navigator in the Royal Air Force. Ken and his wife immigrated to Canada in 1955 where they founded Golden
Years Nursing Home in Preston. Ken was an active member of the Preston Lodge A.F. & A.M. No. 297. He was a
wonderful, caring and generous father and friend. Friends were received at Dwayne D. Budgell Funeral Home,
1105 Rest Acres Road, Paris, on Monday and Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Masonic Service, auspices of Preston
Lodge A.F. & A.M. No 297, were held on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Funeral Service will be held today (Wednesday) at
2 p.m. at St. James Anglican Church, 8 Burwell St., Paris. Father Stephen Hendry will officiate. Interment to follow
at the St. James Anglican Cemetery. In Kenneth's memory, donations made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of
Ontario would be appreciated by the family. Budgell's (519) 442-2200.
LICHTY, Gertrude "Gertie" (Mrs. Gordon) - Peacefully on Monday, July 2, 2007, at her home. Gertrude
(Heibein) Lichty, in her 100th year, of St. Jacobs. Beloved wife of the late Gordon Lichty (1996). Dear mother of
Dennis and Barbara Lichty of RR 2, Elmira, Marion and James Soltysiak of Brampton, Marlene and Roy Gilles of
St. Jacobs. Lovingly remembered by her 13 grandchildren, Brenda and Brian Currah, Bruce and Ruth Martin, Carol
and John Paznar, Diane and Warren Hall, Judy and Bob Cusiter, Brian and Kelly Lichty, Laurie and Robin
Carmount, Jeff and Cheryl Soltysiak, Todd and Sheila Soltysiak, Leanne and Scott Gibson, Michelle and Carey
Sesto, Mike and Carolyn Gilles, Stephen Gilles and by her 26 great-grandchildren and by her eight great-greatgrandchildren. Gertrude was the last surviving member of her family having been predeceased by her parents,
Charles and Anna (Westfall) Heibein; her three brothers, Howard, Edgar and Garfield and her two sisters, Edna and
Elvina and by her daughter, Loraine and her husband Walter Martin. The family will receive their friends and
relatives at Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira, on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. At 9 a.m. on Friday, July 6,
2007 transfer will be made to the St. James Lutheran Church, St. Jacobs for funeral service at 11 a.m. with Rev.
Harold Brill officiating followed by interment in St. James Lutheran Cemetery, St. Jacobs. In her memory,
donations to the St. James Lutheran Church, St. Jacobs, would be appreciated by the family as expressions of
sympathy.
LISHMAN, Peggy - Passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital on Sunday, July 1, 2007 at the age of 84. Wife of the late
Frederick Lishman. Loving mother of Donald (Judy) of Ottawa, Rick (Nancy), and Nancy (Craig) McCutcheon, all
of Kitchener. Dear grandmother of Paul, Anne, Colleen, Christine, Kelly, Laura, and Scott and great grandmother
of Holly, Mark, Jakob, Charlee, Sarah and Katie. Predeceased by her parents, Fred and Eva Sipes; brothers, Murray
and Harry and her sister, Betty. Peggy’s family will receive relatives and friends at the Henry Walser Funeral
Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467 on Saturday, July 7, 2007 from 2-4 p.m. with family tributes at
2:30 p.m. Cremation has taken place. As expressions of sympathy, donations to World Vision would be appreciated
by the family. Visit www.henrywalser.com for Peggy’s memorial.
MARTIN, Adeline (Mrs. Orlan M.) - Peacefully, on Saturday, June 30, 2007 at Freeport Health Centre of Grand
River Hospital. Adeline Martin in her 87th year of Floradale formerly of RR 1, Elmira. Dear wife of the late Orlan
M. Martin (1987). Loving mother of Dorene and Wayne Martin of Wallenstein, Glenn and Elaine Martin, Wray and
Dianne Martin, Meryle and Betty Martin all of St. Jacobs, Grace and Clare Bauman of Floradale, Sharon and
Leonard Weber, Fern and Merle Martin, Gloria and Howard Bauman all of Elmira. Fondly remembered by her 29
grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren. Sister of Elmina Brubacher, Maryann Martin, Wayne and Naomi Martin,
Lovina Ruttan, Anson and Sharon Martin, Mervin and Alma Martin. Sister-in-law of Erma Martin, Lorene Snyder
and Henry Martin. Predeceased by parents, Ezra and Louisa (Bauman) Martin; one daughter, Naomi (stillborn);
four brothers, Abner in infancy, Onias, Milton and Leander. The family will receive friends and relatives at the
Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira today (Tuesday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where a family service will be held in
the funeral home chapel on Wednesday morning, July 4, 2007 at 9 a.m. then to the Elmira Mennonite Meeting
House for further public service and burial in the adjoining cemetery. For those who desire, donations to the
Freeport Health Centre or the Elmira and District Association for Community Living would be appreciated as
expressions of sympathy.
McGUIRE, Stella - Peacefully on Sunday, July 1, 2007 at the Grand River Hospital. Beloved wife and friend of
Frank for 44 years. Loving mother of Todd (Janeen). Cherished grandma of Nicole and Ryan. Dear sister of Annie
Coupal of Kitchener, Dorothy Drake of Atlanta, Georgia, Bill Humeniuk of Chatham and sister-in-law to Betty
Malloy of Timmins. Stella will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family, friends and clients. Friends
will be received at the Westmount Funeral Chapel, 1001 Ottawa Street South (at Westmount Rd.), on
Wednesday, July 4, 2007 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. in the chapel. Private
cremation to take place. If desired, donations in Stella's memory to the Canadian Cancer Society would be
appreciated by the family. Share memories of Stella on line at www.mem.com
Rev. SYDNEY JAMES HERSHEY 1921- 2007 The Reverend Sydney J. Hershey of Waterloo and Sauble Beach.
Suddenly but peacefully, at his son's home in Cambridge, on June 28, 2007 Syd died in his 87th year. Husband of
Ruth Eleanor (Rush) Hershey. Dear father of Stephen (Dee), the twins Brian and Beverly and Grandfather to Brett,
Timothy, Morgan, Kaitlyn and Samantha and Great-Grandfather to Michele, Jade and Curtis. Syd was born in
Niagara Falls and leaves one sister Claire Elder of Campbell River, B.C. and many nieces and nephews. Syd served
six years in the R.C.A.F. in the Second World War, followed by a number of years in sales in the KW area. Out of
his deep faith, he felt called to become a candidate for ministry – the first from First United Church, Waterloo - a
decision made at Five Oaks. His family supported this decision and awaited his ordination in 1964. Syd’s ministry
continued as a student at Christ the King and Bloomingdale United Churches. After ordination the family moved to
Oakville (Munn's United Church and a new church development, Trinity United). Other churches served included
Burkholder, Hamilton and Trinity, Thorold until his retirement in 1986. Over the years, Syd was very active in
Presbytery and Conference, even in retirement. He proudly completed his BA at WLU in 1991. Syd and Ruth
square danced, traveled and cruised extensively while maintaining their cottages at Sauble. It was a joy to have
North Sauble Community Church overflowing for their 50th and 60th Anniversaries. It is with regret the 65th
wedding anniversary will not happen on Labour Day weekend 2007. Two memorial services will take place,
Tuesday July 3, 2007 (today), 1 p.m., at Christ the King United Church, 167 Thaler Ave., Kitchener and Saturday
July 7, 2007, 1 p.m., at North Sauble Community Church. Interment of cremated remains at Lakeview Cemetery,
Meaford, ON. Your expression of sympathy may be made to North Sauble Community Church – Beach Club Fund,
911 King Edward Drive North, Box Q23, R.R.#1, Sauble Beach, ON N0H 2G0 519-422-2870 and may be arranged
through the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo, 519.745.8445 or
www.erbgood.com. In living memory of Syd, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning program by the
funeral home.
RICE, Violet May (nee Reick) - Peacefully at Forest Heights Long Term Care Centre in Kitchener on Saturday
June 30, 2007 in her 96th year. Violet was the loving mother of Terry Rice of Waterloo. She will be remembered
by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Mary Reick of Waterloo and
predeceased by her husband Lewis, her sons, Bill and Jim; her brothers, Ted and Lloyd and her sister, Gladys.
Cremation has taken place. At the request of Violet there will be no visitation or service. Arrangements entrusted to
David MacLeod Funeral Home. (519-888-7700).
RICHARD STROUD September 12, 1920 - June 30, 2007 It is with sadness that the family of Richard Stroud,
mourn the passing of Dick, on Saturday, June 30, 2007, at Lanark Heights. He lived a long and exciting life. Dick
is survived by his bride, Audrey, otherwise known as Skipper, to whom he was married for almost 66 years. He
will also be missed by his two daughters, Heather McBride and Holly McGuire and her husband Dennis. He was
loved by five grandchildren, Tim, Jason and his wife Joanna, Shelley and her husband Rodd, Laura and her
husband Brett and Shannon, eight great-grandchildren, Matt, Abbey, Hannah, Celina, Carter, Elliott, Ryder and
Cyrell in heaven. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at both Lanark Place and Lanark Heights and family
physician Dr. Steve MacGregor. Visitation will be held at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King
Street South in Waterloo, on Tuesday, July 3 (this evening) from 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the
chapel of the funeral home on Wednesday, July 4, 2007 at 3:00 pm. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the
Grand River Regional Cancer Centre or Camp Oochigeas, a camp for children with cancer. Donations may be
arranged by contacting the funeral home at 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com. In living memory of Dick, a tree
will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
RUBY WHITE (nee Fink) 1928 - 2007 Ruby passed away, peacefully, after a courageous battle with cancer, at
Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, on Saturday, June 30, 2007, at the age of 79. Born June 13, 1928
in Wellesley, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Susanna (Braun) Fink. Ruby married Jerome White in
1947 who predeceased her in 1991. They had three children, Dale White (wife Mary), Susan Lewis, and David
White. She was proud of her two grandchildren, Cheri Bilitz (husband Peter) and Jeffrey Lewis. She is survived
by her sisters, Doris Sittler and Shirley Pushelberg (husband Gordon). Predeceased by two brothers, Walter and
Austin Fink and one sister, Erma Brighton. Ruby opened her home to her many friends and relatives and will be
sadly missed by all. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Bridgeport where she was actively involved
and will be greatly missed. She enjoyed singing in the church choir and participating in the ELW. Relatives and
friends are invited to the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South in Waterloo, on Wednesday,
July 4 (today) from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The funeral service to celebrate Ruby's life and faith will be held at St. Paul's
Lutheran Church, 544 Bridgeport Rd. E., Kitchener on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 11 a.m. A reception will
immediately follow the service in the church hall. Interment at Doon Presbyterian Cemetery, Mill Park Drive,
Kitchener will follow the reception. Condolences for the family and memorial donations, in lieu of flowers, may be
made to the Schizophrenia Society of Ontario and may be arranged by contacting the funeral home at 519-745-8445
or www.erbgood.com.
VONK, Roelof - After being lovingly cared for at Stirling Heights Long Term Care Centre, Roelof Vonk, passed at
Cambridge Memorial Hospital, on Sunday, July 1, 2007, in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Maria for 56
years. Loving father of Kees, Arie and his wife Lorie, Roel and his wife Anna, Pieter and his wife Laurie.
Cherished grandfather of Courtney, Eric, Emily, Maryn, Rhianna, Krista and great-grandfather of Cole. Roelof will
be sadly missed by his special niece, Corina Van de Weert and her family. Friends will be received at Coutts
Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 96 St. Andrews St., Cambridge today (Tuesday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
Funeral and committal services will be conducted in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday, July 4, 2007 at 10
a.m. A private family interment at Glen Morris Cemetery. In memory of Roelof, donations may be made to the
Canadian Lung Association would be appreciated.
WEBER, Laurene B. - Suddenly, on Monday, July 2, 2007 at Hamilton General Hospital, Laurene Weber, in her
18th year, or RR 1, Elmira. Beloved daughter of Paul and Naomi (Bearinger) Weber of RR 1, Elmira. Dear sister of
Elmer, Anna, Ellen, Leonard and Luke, all at home. Maternal granddaughter of Noah and Elisabeth Bearinger of
RR 1, Wallenstein and paternal granddaughter of Mrs. Selinda Weber of RR 1, Elmira. Predeceased by her
grandfather, Aaron G. Weber. Friends may call at her home today (Tuesday) from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. where funeral
service will be held Wednesday morning, July 4, 2007 at 9 a.m. then to Creek Bank Mennonite Meeting House for
further service and burial in the adjoining cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Dreisinger Funeral
Home, Elmira.
WHIFFIN: Robert (Bob) Edwin - Peacefully, surrounded by his family on Saturday, June 30, 2007 at the Milton
District Hospital, Bob Whiffin at the age of 79. Loving husband of Olwen Whiffin for 53 years. Beloved father of
Brian (Terri) Whiffin, Susan (Grant) Fowler and Lynda Toebes. Survived by his grandchildren, Jason, Michael,
Chris, Nicholas, Matthew and Mitchell. Family and friends will be received at the J. Scott Early Funeral Home,
21 James St., Milton, 905-878-2669 on Wednesday, July 4 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at
the Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, July 5 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer
Society or the Milton District Hospital Foundation- CT Scan Fund, would be appreciated by the family. Online
condolences may be made at earlyfuneralhome.com
WRIGHT, Kenneth - Passed away peacefully at Lanark Heights Long Term Care Centre on Sunday, July 1, 2007
in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Irene (nee Prince) Wright for 60 years. Loving father of Norm (Val) of Prince
George, BC, Doug (Lorraine) of Kelowna, BC, Steve (Janice) of Waterloo, Robert (Cindy) of Nanaimo, BC and
Diane Young (Kevin) of Edmonton. Adored Poppa of Karen (Kyle), Erin (Tyler), Julia (Steve), Kaitlyn,
Mackenzie, Erik and Kurtis. Cherished Great Poppa of Blake and Joshua. Survived by his brother-in-law, Dr. Alan
Prince (Eleanor) of Manotick. Ken will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews and friends.
Predeceased by his parents, Percy and Dorothy. Ken's family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, July
4 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467.
Visitation will continue on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 10 a.m. until the time of Ken's funeral service in the funeral
home chapel at 11 a.m. Cremation to follow. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario
would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com
for Ken's memorial.
YOUNG, Margaret (Peggy) - Peacefully after a brief illness at the Hilltop Manor, Cambridge on Sunday, July 1,
2007, in her 81st year. Peggy Young of Cambridge. Beloved wife of the late David Young (1983). Cherished
mother of Helen (Bruce) Ford of Minden, Debbie (Graham) Hopkin of Cambridge, Kathy Young of Stratford and
Nancy (Carl) O'Brien of Cambridge. Loved grandmother of Graham, Sarah (Jason), Adam, Rachel, Bobby, Shaun,
Michael, Christine, Jennifer and Steven and great-grandmother of Dylan. Peggy was a longtime member of the
Riverview Congregation of the Jehovah's Witnesses. Friends will be received at Little's Funeral Home &
Cremation Centre, 223 Main St., E,, Cambridge on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be
conducted in the funeral home chapel on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. Private family interment to follow at
Mount View Cemetery. Remembrances to the Hilltop Manor Nursing Home Foundation, 42 Elliott St., Cambridge,
ON N1R 2J2 would be greatly appreciated by the family.
ANDERSON, Gerry - Died suddenly at his cottage, which was his favourite place to be, on Monday, July 2, 2007,
at the age of 59 years. Beloved husband of Heather (nee Wagner). Loving father of Scott and Craig and his wife
Claire. Dear brother of Don and his wife Sheila and Stephen and his wife Trudy and uncle of Christine, Michael,
Becky, Julie and April. Brother-in-law of Laurie Wagner and Robert Wagner. Gerry will be fondly remembered by
his many friends and colleagues. Predeceased by his parents, Donald and Earla Anderson; parents-in-law, Carl and
Dorothea Wagner and his niece, Penny Wagner. Gerry was a Fellow Chartered Insurance Professional. He was also
a Vice President and Director of Crawford Adjusters Canada. The Anderson family will receive relatives and
friends at the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467, Thursday, July 5, 2007
(today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and again on Friday, July 6, 2007 from 11 a.m. until Gerry's funeral service in the
funeral home chapel at 1 p.m. Private interment in Memory Gardens Cemetery, Breslau. As expressions of
sympathy, donations to Children's Wish Foundation or the Humane Society would be appreciated by the family.
Visit ww.henrywalser.com for Gerry's memorial.
BERTONCELLO, Livio (Lee) - Surrounded by the love of his family, at the Westmount Nursing Home, on
Tuesday, July 3, 2007, in his 83rd year. Loving father of Linda Sage (Ron), Brenda Mielke (Manfred), Tony
Bertoncello (Evelyn) and Angela Peters. Always remembered by his grandchildren, Angela, Sarah, Michael, Kevin,
Lora, James and Cassandra and his sister Yolanda. Special remembrance by Marcellina. Predeceased by his parents
and his brother, Guido. Lee was a longtime employee of Hiway Market and a local musician with a passion for his
guitar and harmonica. A memorial Visitation will take place at David MacLeod Funeral Home, 617 King St. N.
Waterloo on Friday July 6 , 2007 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. followed by a service in the funeral home chapel at 1 p.m.
with Pastor Vern Trafford officiating. In lieu of flowers donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be
gratefully appreciated by the family. The family would like to thank Merle, Emilia and the 3rd floor staff at the
Westmount Nursing Home for the loving care they gave to Dad during his time with them.
ELEANOR LOUISE WEILER Nee Albright 1920 – 2007 Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 3, 2007 at KW Health Centre of Grand River Hospital in her 87th year. Eleanor was a faithful member of St. Michael’s RC
Church and also served for many years with the C.W.L. She was a longtime employee of Schneider’s in Kitchener.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Jerome (Jerry) Weiler in 2001; her parents, Noah and Catherine Albright;
brothers, Arnold and Earl (Alma) Albright. Lovingly remembered by her sisters, Edna McIntee of Walkerton and
Elsie Sidwell of Manitoba; sisters-in-law, Alberta Goetz, Irma Weiler and Rita Stoesser; brother-in-law, Howard
Conrad; as well as many nieces and nephews. The funeral mass to celebrate Eleanor’s life and faith will be held on
Friday, July 6, 2007 at St. Michael’s RC Church, 240 Hemlock St. (corner of University Ave.), Waterloo, at 11
a.m., the Rev. James Malone as celebrant, with visitation from 10-11 a.m. at the church. Cremation has taken place.
Interment in Parkview Cemetery. Reception will follow interment in the Parish Hall. Condolences for the family
and donations to Carmel of St. Joseph, St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation, or Grand River Hospital-Stroke Unit, may
be arranged through the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo, 519-745-8445 or
www.erbgood.com. In living memory of Eleanor a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by
the funeral home.
HALCROW, Robert John "Rob" - Rob Halcrow, a life resident of the Hamilton area, passed away at McMaster
Medical Centre, Hamilton on Friday, June 29, 2007 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Miriam Jean
Halcrow. Dear father of Valerie (Domenic) Lentini, Laurie Halcrow, and Peter (Mary Ann) Halcrow. Fondly
remembered by his granddaughter, Stephanie Potter. Also survived by his sister, Pat Williams. Special thanks to
George McCrone for his kindness and friendship, to Lesley Roberts of CCAC, to the care workers of St. Elizabeth's
Nurses, to the staff at Wentworth Lodge, to staff at MUMC, and to Dr. Lind Holland. Rob served in the Canadian
Navy aboard the HMCS Charlottetown in the Second World War. Cremation followed by a private family
graveside service in Carlisle Cemetery has taken place. If so desired, donations in his memory to the charity of your
choice would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Kitching, Steepe & Ludwig Funeral Home, Waterdown,
905-689-4852.
LIPHARD, Gladys May (Poll) (Gallagher) - Of Cambridge, on Monday, July 2, 2007, at her residence, in her
89th year. Gladys is survived by her beloved, only son, Brian Gallagher (Noly); her very special step-daughter,
Eleanor Martin and her other step-daughter, Shirley Connelly; her grandchildren John E. Gallagher, Cory Martin
(Donna), Christine Kelly, Andy and Todd Cralik and John Connelly and her great-grandchildren John B. Gallagher,
Kyle and Jayme Kelly. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Edith Poll; her loving niece, Margaret Brethet
(Ross); nephew Earl Poll (Sandy); great-nieces, Laura Scanling (Paul), Valerie McPherson (Dan) and Wendy
Wilton and great-nephew Jim Brethet; two great-grand nieces Tracey Scanling and Olivia McPherson and two
great-grand nephews Blair Scanling and Connor Wilton. Gladys was predeceased by her parents, John H. Poll
(1952) and Laura Koehler (1962); her first husband, John Gallagher (1949) and her second husband, Ernest Liphard
(1991); her brother, Hugh Poll (1997). Gladys was born in North Dumfries township and lived her life in Galt
(Cambridge). She worked at the Right House, Walker Store and Marks and Spencers. At Gladys' request, there will
be a small family service at Mount View Cemetery on Friday, July 6, 2007 with a reception to be held at Kathleen
Elliott Court, 95 Concession Street from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers and as an expression of your
sympathy, you may make a donation to the charity of your choice or to the Oncology department at Cambridge
Memorial Hospital. Arrangements entrusted to Corbett Funeral Home , 95 Dundas Street, Cambridge. 519-7400669.
MacDONALD, Gary Stephen - Passed away suddenly at his home in Bowmanville on Thursday, June 28, 2007 at
the age of 58. Beloved son of Joseph MacDonald and the late Genevieve (nee Modrowski) 2004. Loving father of
Katherine MacDonald and Joseph. Dear brother of Randy (Liz), Mark, and Danny. Cherished uncle of Angela and
Alex. Gary was an employee with Ontario Power Generation at Darlington for over 25 years. He was an avid
outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing. He enjoyed spending holidays and special occasions with his family and friends,
especially at his friend Terry's cottage at Cordova. Gary’s family will receive relatives and friends at the Henry
Walser Funeral Home, (519-749-8467), on Friday July 6, 2007 from 2-4 p.m. Memorial service will take place in
the funeral home chapel at 4 p.m. Reception to follow. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Juvenile Diabetes
Research Foundation would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit
www.henrywalser.com for Gary’s memorial.
MACKAY, JEAN - Suddenly, at the Woodstock General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday,
July 1, 2007. E. Jean. MacKay (nee Slaght) of RR 2 Tavistock in her 76th year. Beloved wife of Dwight M.
MacKay. Dear loving mother of Laurence and his wife Mary of RR 5 Embro, Margaret MacKay-Calder and her
husband David Calder of Waterloo. Loved grandmother of Erin (Jeremy Turpin), Davina, Blair and Carmen
Mackay; Lauren, Ally and Reid Calder. Dear sister of Jack Slaght and his wife Joyce of Woodstock. Ed Slaght and
his wife Mary of Alberta. Gordon Slaght and his wife Bonnie of Crediton, Wayne Slaght and his wife Joanne of St.
Thomas and sister-in-law of Max MacKay and his wife Arlene, Willard MacKay and his wife Mary all of Embro.
Also survived, by several nieces and nephews. Jean was an elder and a member of the U.C.W. at Knox United
Church, Embro, belonged to the Braemar Women's Institute as well as volunteering for the Canadian Cancer
Society. Friends may call at the R.D, Longworth Funeral Home, 845 Devonshire Ave. Woodstock (519-5390004) Thursday 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Knox United Church, Embro on Friday at 11
a.m. with Rev. Judy Campbell officiating. Interment North Embro Cemetery. Contributions to the Canadian Cancer
Society or the Knox United Church would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.longworthfuneralhome.com
Jean will be sadly missed by her dear friends, family and community.
MARKLE, Helen Marie (Schiedel) - Passed away peacefully on Monday, July 2,
2007, at Cambridge Memorial Hospital, in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late
Melburn Markle (1983). Loving mother of Joy (Robert) Thomson of New Dundee,
Carol (Gary) Horne of Cochenour, Larry (Athelie) of Cambridge, Donald
(Michelle) of Ayr and Robert (Lorraine) of Ayr. Dear grandmother of Bradley,
Kyle, Matthew (Karlie), Kailie, Jeffrey, Terry, Ashlee, Andrea, Charlotte. Dear
sister of George and Edward Schiedel and sisters-in-law of Mary, Ruth, Lula and
Almeda. Predeceased by her parents, Allan and Salome Schiedel; Laura; her
brothers, Irvine and Vernice, daughter-in-law, Cynthia, and granddaughter, Ainslie.
The family will receive friends at the Barthel Funeral Home, 566 Queenston
Road, Cambridge on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at Trillium United Church,
450 King Street East, Cambridge on Friday, July 6, 2007 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Mark Rutledge officiating. Interment
in Zion Cemetery, Cambridge. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Cambridge Memorial Hospital
Foundation, Breast Cancer Society or Multiple Sclerosis Society would be appreciated by the family. Tributes may
be made online at www.mem.com The family wishes to extend thanks to her doctors and nurses on 4B north at
Cambridge Memorial Hospital for their compassionate care.
MONTGOMERY, Jean Kathleen (Leybourne) - Passed away peacefully at Caressant Care in Fergus, on July 3,
2007 in her 77th year. Jean will always be remembered by her sons, Bryan and Gary and his wife Connie of Elora.
Jean was the very proud nana of Amy, Curtis, Caryn and Dan and great-grandnana to Jayva and Annabelle.
Survived by her sisters, Mary DesOrmeaux and Marguerite Randell. Predeceased by her parents, James and
Kathleen Leybourne and her sisters, Lila Young and Mildred Homer. Friends will be received at the Graham A.
Giddy Funeral Home & Chapel, 37 Church St. East in Elora, on July 4 2007 (today) from 7 - 9 p.m. Private
family Service to be conducted at a later date. Memorial donations can be directed to Groves Memorial Community
Hospital or to the Alzheimer Association, cards available at the Funeral Home (519) 846-5352.
www.grahamgiddyfh.com
NARAYANSINGH, Rawle - Passed away after a brief illness at the Trillium
Health Centre, Misssissauga, on Monday, July 2, 2007 in his 77th year. Loving
father of Dale and Kirk and his wife Cindy. Dear brother of Jones, Chanka, Polly,
Molly, Grace and Mona. Friends may call at the Turner & Porter "Peel" Chapel,
2180 Hurontario St., Mississauga (Hwy 10, N. of the QEW) from 6-9 p.m on
Friday. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, July 7, 2007 at 3
p.m. Cremation to follow. For those who wish, donations may be made to the
Arthritis Society.
O'DROWSKY, Helen Susan Marie (nee Boyer) - Daughter of Chester Wilfred Boyer and Luelle Mae Derbecker
passed away July 3, 2007 at home, following a brief battle with cancer at age 71. She will be sadly missed by her
husband of nearly 48 years John Frederick O'Drowsky, her son David and his wife Angela, and her cherished
grandchildren, Anna and Jonathan. Visitation will be at the McKersie-Kocher Funeral Home, 114 Main St.
Milton 905-878-4452 on Thursday from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. and Friday from 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. The funeral will be held
at 3:30 p.m. on Friday with a reception to follow and interment on Saturday at noon, City of Kitchener Woodlawn
Cemetery.
RICE, Violet Mary (nee Reick) - Peacefully at Forest Heights Long Term Care Centre in Kitchener on Saturday
June 30, 2007 in her 96th year. Violet was the loving mother of Terry Rice of Waterloo. She will be remembered
by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Mary Reick of Waterloo and
predeceased by her husband Lewis, her sons, Bill and Jim; her brothers, Ted and Lloyd and her sister, Gladys.
Cremation has taken place. At the request of Violet there will be no visitation or service. Arrangements entrusted to
David MacLeod Funeral Home. (519-888-7700).
ROZENBERG, Izyaslav (Izzy) - Passed away at the Cambridge Memorial Hospital on Tuesday July 3, 2007.
Survived by his wife Raisa and his son Leonid. Izzy will be also missed by his brother and many cousins in New
York as well as many friends. Family will receive friends at Coutts Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 96 St.
Andrew's St., Cambridge on Thursday from 9-11 a.m. A graveside interment will follow at Mount View Cemetery,
Cambridge.
ST. MARIE, Paul - 1965-2007. It is with deep sadness that we announce the death
of a beloved son and brother, Paul. He passed away in Vancouver May 31, 2007, a
year after surviving a ruptured brain aneurysm. In addition to elementary school,
Paul attended Grand River and Rockway Mennonite Collegiate secondary schools,
all in Kitchener. He was a 1980 graduate of the Theatre Aquarius summer school in
Hamilton and the 1984 performing arts course at Centre in the Square, Kitchener.
He soon went on to be successful in several Toronto theatres as a dresser and actor
and for several years colorized old black and white movies for Colorization Inc., a
Toronto branch of Hal Roach Studios. He moved west in 1995 continuing to act on
stage and in six feature films. As well as an actor, Paul was a gifted poet and artist
whose pieces have been sold internationally. In 2001 he created, produced and hosted a weekly stage show
"Thundering Word Heard", where upcoming poets and musicians of all ages could interact to be seen and heard. It
ran for over six years. Due to the fact that most of the B.C. applicants listed him as mentor, Paul was flown to
Ottawa on behalf of the Canadian Arts Council to help select grant applicants for arts funding. Three times a week
for over four years, Paul appeared in Vancouver's longest running play "Tony and Tina's Wedding". He also
conducted numerous poetry and acting workshops in high schools throughout British Columbia. Left to mourn,
including father and mother, Jim and Lorraine St. Marie, Paul is survived by his sister, Linda van Loon and brotherin-law, Torin, all of Burlington, as well as Paul's birth mother, Ruth Janes of Toronto and additionally left are two
aunts, two uncles and six cousins on his father's side and one aunt and uncle and five cousins on his mother's side,
plus all his friends in B.C. and worldwide on the net. Memorial service for relatives and friends to be held Saturday,
July 7, at 2:30 p.m. in Covenant Chapel, St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, (corner of Queen and Weber)
Kitchener. Reception to follow. Much more about "T. Paul Ste. Marie" (his stage name) at tpaul.burnbc.com
Memorial donations to the Out of the Cold program at St. Andrews would be appreciated.
ALVAREZ de VELAZQUEZ, Emilia - Emilia was born January 16, 1941 in
Mexico and died July 3, 2007 in Kitchener. Beloved wife of the late Victor (1985).
Loving mother of Marco, Fernando (Bernarda), Ligia (Jose Agustin), Leticia
(Eduardo Divine), Luz Maria (Alfredo Lozano), Lorena (Farshad Mojoodi) and
Gloria Velazquez. She will be fondly remembered by her 13 grandchildren and
three great- grandchildren. Emilia's family will receive relatives and friends at the
Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467 Friday
from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral for Emilia will be held at the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter Day Saints (10 Lorraine Ave. Kitchener) on Saturday, July 7, 2007
at 11 a.m. Interment Woodland Cemetery. Visit www.henrywalser.com for Emilia's
memorial.
GEORGIOU, Yiannakis "John" - Passed away at Freeport Health Centre of the Grand River Hospital on
Wednesday, July 4, 2007 at the age of 62 years. Dearly missed by his children, Maggie (Robert) Watson and
George (Karen) Georgiou and his grandchildren, Alex, Johnny, Anna, Christopher and Nathan. Prayers will be
offered in the chapel of the funeral home on Saturday, July 7, 2007 at 8:30 a.m., followed by procession to St. Peter
and St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church (527 Bridgeport Rd., Kitchener) for John's Funeral Service on Saturday, July
7, 2007 at 9 a.m. Interment Evergreen Cemetery, Milton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Multiple
Sclerosis Society and may be obtained through the Henry Walser Funeral Home , Kitchener (519-749-8467).
Visit www.henrywalser.com for John's memorial.
KOLANKO, Marek Tomasz Bruce - It is with broken hearts we announce the
passing of a brave young man. Marek Tomasz Bruce Kolanko passed away
peacefully on Tuesday, July 3, 2007. He will be so, so very missed by his mom and
dad, Theresa and Stan and his wonderful, caring brothers, Stefan, Rysiek and Jakob,
truly his knights in shining amour and Rysiek's fiance, Chelsey Cousins.
Grandparents, Eva and Don Thompson from Niagara-on-the-Lake, he was truly
your boy. Thanks for the head rubs Grandpa. His Babcia and Dzjadziu, Cam and
Joseph Kolanko, Thank you so very, very much Aunt Denise. Aunts and Uncles
Dave, Mark, Helen and Mike, Linda and Ted, Diane and Drew. All his wonderful
cousins, especially Skye, Hawke and Hunter, TV time in bed with Marek is the
best. Everyday was a gift, every smile, every chuckle made our hearts sing. To his friends at St. Vincent de Paul,
Holy Spirit and currently Monsignour Doyle, thank you for every door held open, every "Hi Marekie", every race
down the hall with his toxic green wheelchair, every hug and kiss. To the EA's he has had through the years, thank
you so very much. Nadine, we can't thank you enough. To Para-Med, CCAC, Extendifamily, DSAC, Sunbeam and
Kids Country Club, Kids Abililty, Bloorview and McMaster Children's Hospital and the many service clubs, you
made his life easier. To Paeds at Cambridge, thanks Lizanne, Carol, Lori, Brenda and so many more, to McMaster
3C, 3F and ICU you all have became angels to us. To Dr. Venturelli and to Dr. Mantynen, you were there when we
truly needed you. The family will receive friends at the Barthel Funeral Home, 566 Queenston Road, Cambridge
today (Thursday) from 7-9 p.m. and on Friday, July 6, 2007 from 1 p.m. until service time at 4 p.m. Cremation to
follow. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Kids Country Club Cambridge, McMaster Children's Hospital
or Tournament of Hope Golf Classic would be appreciated by the family. Tributes may be made online at
www.mem.com
KRAEHLING, Douglas Anthony - On Tuesday, July 3, 2007 at his residence. Douglas Kraehling in his 69th year
of Kitchener. Father of Kip Kraehling and Kimberly Wellwood. Brother of Bernice Hahn of Drayton, Don
Kraehling of Southampton, Marg and Ed McIver and Garry and Janice Kraehling all of Kitchener. Predeceased by
his mother, Martina (Rau) Kraehling; three brothers, Joseph, Vincent and Albert and one sister, Gertrude. At
Doug's request, cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral home visitation. A graveside service for family
and friends will take place at St. Theresa's RC Cemetery, RR 1, Elmira on Friday evening, July 6, 2007 at 7 p.m. In
his memory, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family as expressions of
sympathy and may be obtained by calling Dreisinger Funeral Home , Elmira, 519-669-2207.
PEREIRA, Manuel Augusto - It is with great sadness that the family of Manuel announces his passing on
Tuesday, July 3, 2007, at the age of 85. Loving husband of the late Maria Pereira and dear father of Eduarda Silva
(John), Joe (Maria do Carmo), Carlos (Rosa), Lizete Medeiros (Nick), Victor (Idalina), Frank (Mary Jo), Tina
Rodrigues (Manuel), Manuel (Cremilda), Ed (Lisa), Don (Linda) and Edmund (Belle). Also surviving are 28
grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Beloved brother of Maria Pereira and Fernanda Felix. He is
predeceased by his daughter, Lucy Pereira; parents, Jose and Conceicao Pereira and brother, Gabriel Pereira.
Manuel was born on October 21, 1921, on Sao Miguel, Azores. Resting at Corbett Funeral Home, 95 Dundas
Street, Cambridge where the family will receive friends on today (Thursday) 7-9 p.m. Rosary will be recited at the
funeral home this evening at 8:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima RC
Church, Elgin Street South, Cambridge, on Friday, July 6, 2007, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Mount View
Cemetery. In Manuel's memory, expressions of sympathy may be made to the charity of choice. The family would
like to offer a special thank you to Dr. Smolchuk, Dr. Liu as well as all of the doctors and nurses at Cambridge
Memorial Hospital, 4th floor and Paramed for the care and kindness shown to Manuel during his illness.
PITVOR, Jacob "Chick" - Peacefully after a three month battle with cancer, at K-W Health Centre of Grand
River Hospital on Wednesday July 4, 2007. Beloved husband of Inge (nee) Schmidt for 47 years. Loving father of
Cheryl Calbury (Ron), Debbie Pitvor (Wayne) and Wendy Pitvor (Terry McKenna). Will be sadly missed by
grandchildren, John (Kristin Clark), Jeffrey, Mark and Matthew. Lovingly remembered by his mother, Elsie.
Survived by brother, Carl Pitvor and by sister, Helen Pitvor. Predeceased by his father, Michael and by brother,
John. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Chick was an avid fisherman, and a longtime employee of
BF Goodrich Ltd. Friends will be received at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home , 621 King Street West on Thursday
(today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service will be held in the chapel on Friday at 1 p.m. Private family interment.
Reception will be held at the Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Grand
River Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated by the family.
SCHADE, Jeannine Marie - Suddenly, at St. Mary's General Hospital on Tuesday,
July 3, 2007 at the age of 48. Cherished wife of Shawn for 15 years. Loving mother
of Jenny Serre-O'Brien and her husband Brian. Survived by sisters, Jeannette
Poirier (Norm) and Paulette Gingerich (Steve) and brothers, Daniel Serre (Cheryl)
and Claude Serre (Michelle). Beloved daughter of Julie Serre and the late Edgar
Serre. Daughter-in-law of Wayne and Dorothy Schade. Sister-in-law to Cathy,
Brad, Renee, Angela and Donna. Will be sadly missed by many nieces and
nephews. Visitation will be held at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home , 621 King St.
W., Kitchener on Thursday (today) 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service on Friday at 11
a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Reception to be held in the Ratz-Bechtel Family
Centre immediately following the service. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the
family. For directions please visit us online at www.ratzbechtelfuneralhome.com
SMITH, Beryl - At Listowel Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, July 4, 2007, Mrs. Ina Edythe Beryl (Wightman)
Smith of Listowel, in her 79th year. Wife of the late Murray Snider and the late Oliver Smith. Mother of Robert and
Glenna Snider of Port Elgin, Richard and Cathy Snider of Harriston, Dianne Snider of Brampton, and Ruth Anne
and Bill Ellis of Stratford. Stepmother of Mary and Ross Eckensviller, and Elaine and Tom Foerster, all of
Waterloo, David and Barb Smith of Ethel, and Don and Judy Smith of Atwood. Survived by 10 grandchildren, 4
great-grandchildren, 10 step-grandchildren, and 11 step-great-grandchildren. Sister of Glen and Muriel Wightman
of London and James Wightman of Clifford. Visitation will be held at the Eaton Funeral Home , Listowel today
(Thursday) from 7-9 p.m. The memorial service will be held at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Listowel on Friday, July
6 at 11 a.m. Reverend Ralph Dwarika officiating. Interment in Clifford Cemetery. Memorial donations to St. Paul's
Lutheran Church would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca
SOMES, Leonard Valentine - Peacefully at Columbia Forest Long Term Care Centre on Wednesday, July 4, 2007
in his 86th year. Loving husband of Vera for 56 years. Wonderful father to Geoffrey (Sharon), Michael (Carol), and
step-father to Ruth (Rick), Barbara (Conrad). Always remembered by his grandchildren, Mitchell, Daryl, Ryan,
Tamara, Tracy, Kelsey, Danny, and Trevor. Survived by his brother, Edwin and his sisters-in-law, Doris and Sylvia
in England. Predeceased by his parents, Edwin and Rossina; his brothers, Frank and George and his sister-in-law,
Ivy. Leonard was a great father, husband and grandfather who especially enjoyed his family along with going to the
cottage and sailing with his wife, Vera. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A memorial service will be
held at David MacLeod Funeral Home , 617 King St., N., Waterloo on Saturday, July 7, 2007 at 11 a.m. Rev.
Michael Zenker officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by
the family and may be arranged by contacting the funeral home at 519-888-7700.
SPURGEON, Helen Mary Ann - Passed away at Hilltop Manor Nursing Home, Cambridge, on Wednesday, July
4, 2007, at the age of 79. Beloved wife of Albert Spurgeon. Loving mother of Susan Gardiner and her husband
Brian. Cherished grandmother of Daniel and Erika. At Helen's request, cremation has taken place and a private
family graveside service will be held. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy made to the Canadian Cancer
Society would be appreciated by the family. Corbett Funeral Home , 519-740-0669.
VINCENT, Donald John - Beloved husband, father and brother, passed away
suddenly at his residence on Monday, July 2, 2007 at the age of 51. Don was born
on June 1, 1956 in Cambridge to the late Mary Hazel and Don Vincent. He will be
sadly missed by his wife Yvette, his three daughters, Amy (Kurt), Laura, and
Veronica as well as his three grandchildren, Mitchell, Audree, and Sadie. Don will
also forever be remembered by his sisters, Susan Haines (Bill), Debra Madsen
(Warren) and his brother Dale. He also leaves behind his nieces and nephews, Ian,
D.J., Megan, Lisa, Warren and his very good friend, Joseph Cormier (Ali). Don was
a kind man who will be missed by all who knew him. The family will receive
friends at Coutts Funeral Home & Cremation Centre , 96 St. Andrew's St.,
Cambridge on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services will be conducted in the funeral home chapel on
Saturday, July 7, 2007 at 11 a.m. Cremation will follow. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to
the Canadian Cancer Society.
WAREHAM, Jessie (nee Borden) - Died peacefully, at her home near Priceville, Ontario, surrounded by her
family, on Monday, July 2, 2007, after a courageous and graceful struggle with cancer, which defeated her body but
never her spirit or sense of humour. Born in Toronto on October 12, 1936, Jessie is survived by loving husband and
best friend, Tom Wareham; daughters, Mardi and Jacquie; son, Michael and wife April, and son, Joe and wife
Alison. Sadly missed by grandchildren, Amber, Courtney, Rebecca, Callum and Maggie. Dear daughter of Millie
Borden and the late Michael Borden and beloved sister of Dorothy Dacyshyn. Jessie graduated from the University
of Western Ontario in London as a journalism major and was a lifelong member of Gamma Phi Beta sorority. A
resident of Cambridge (Galt) for many years, she was editor of the Lifestyle section of the Cambridge Reporter
daily newspaper and was a driving force in the creation of the Cambridge Volunteer Bureau. She was also president
of the Cambridge Chapter of the University Women's Club. A lifelong interest in dolls and handicrafts led her to
start a home business, Rainbows Fabrics. She and Tom enjoyed traveling all over Ontario to craft shows and gave
much joy to their customers and fellow vendors. Jessie also loved to cook for friends and family, and her annual
gifts of Christmas cookies were coveted by all who were lucky enough to receive them. She touched many lives
with her kind words and generosity, and even in her final days continued to give all she could to her family. We
will miss her. The family would like to thank the oncology unit nurses staff at Owen Sound Hospital, Dr. Rice and
Dr. Qavi, social worker Krista McCorkindale, the nurses and doctors and staff at Durham Hospital, Community
Care Access Centre, VON nurse Elayne McCann, family doctor Mary Pillisch, our anchor in the storm, and Debbie
and Helen of the Durham Clinic. The family deeply appreciates the courage and resilience of Jacquie Wareham, the
main caregiver and guiding light. Every family member was integral to the outstanding care Jessie received. Also,
the family is deeply grateful to Jessie and Tom's friends and relatives for their love and compassion during this
time. A private service for immediate family will be held at McCulloch-Watson Funeral Home in Durham. A
celebration of life for extended family and friends will be held in Cambridge later this fall. Memorial donations
may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the charity of your
choice.
WATKE, Percy William - Of Hanover, passed away at Walkerton Hospital on Tuesday, July 3, 2007, at the age of
77. Loving and cherished husband of Velma (Fischer) Watke for 52 years. Dear father of Blair and his wife Dr.
Christine Watke of Lethbridge, Alta., Dale and his wife Donna Watke of RR 4, Hanover and JoAnne and her
husband Glenn Ahrens of RR 1, Cargill. Proud and special grandpa of seven grandchildren, Michael, Bradley,
Kristina and Mark Ahrens and Jason, Amanda and Lukas Watke. Will also be missed by his sisters, Vera Pries,
Elva Trapp and her husband Steve, and his in-laws, Frances Kingston and her husband Bev, Lorna Fischer, Chris
and Joan Fischer. Predeceased by his parents, Erwin and Hilda (nee Lerch) Watke; brother, Clayton Watke, and
brothers-in-law, Nelson Pries, Roy Fischer and Leonard Fischer. Visitation at Mighton Funeral Home , Hanover
(519-364-3660), today (Thursday) 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 6, 2007 at 11
a.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church, Walkerton. Private interment in Hanover Cemetery. Memorial donations to the
Trinity Lutheran Church, Walkerton or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated as expressions of
sympathy. Further information and register book available at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca
BUDD, Olive Mabel- Olive passed away peacefully in Vancouver on June 16, 2007. She is survived by her
brother, Fred Budd of Cambridge. She was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Grace Budd of Kitchener; sisters,
Elizabeth and Dorothy and brothers, Philip and Albert. Olive was born in Kitchener in 1928. After graduation, she
moved to London, England where she was employed by the British Arts Council until her retirement. She returned
to Canada in the late 1980s to be closer to her family and to pursue new experiences. After residing in KitchenerWaterloo for many years, her wonder loss led her to Vancouver. Olive lived a full life and developed many
interests. She enjoyed cats and dogs, flowers, the visual arts, corresponding with family and friends and staying in
touch with current events. Her biggest pleasure came from listening to classical music and attending concerts. All
who knew Olive will remember her as a feisty and independent spirit.
KRAEHLING, Vera Annie (nee Koehler)- Peacefully passed away on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at the age of 88 at
Heritage House Nursing Home, St. Jacobs. She was the beloved mother of John (Stephanie) and Paul (Zlata). She
was a loving sister to Marie Neeb and Dorothy Knipfel. She will be deeply missed by her grandchildren, Jennie,
Leah, Daniel and Laura; other family relatives and also her friends (especially those from Admiral Road, Kitchener
where she lived for over 50 years). Vera was predeceased by her husband, Roy in 1984, her mother, Elsie (nee
Berg) in 1984 and father, Astor Koehler in 1973. Vera loved gardening and was generous to others. She succumbed
to heart disease after suffering a stroke in the summer of 2005 and was partially paralyzed since that time. We are
all sad at Vera's passing but also see it as a blessing. Relatives and friends will be received at Schreiter-Sandrock
Funeral Home and Chapel (519-742-4481) at 51 Benton St., Kitchener today (Saturday) from 2-4 p.m. and in the
evening 7-9 p.m. Her funeral service will be held at St. Matthews Lutheran Church chapel on Benton Street,
Kitchener on Sunday July 8, 2007 at 12 noon. Interment at Memory Gardens, Breslau will be held on Monday at 11
a.m. Memorial donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or to another charity of one's
choice. Online condolences may be sent through www.schreitersandrockfuneralhome.com
LITSTER, Gordon Wayne - Passed away, suddenly, at Cambridge Memorial Hospital, on Wednesday, July 4,
2007, at the age of 58. Gordon is survived by his brothers, Alexander Litster, Rick Litster, Jeff Haskins (Janet) and
sister, Alyson Hammer (Don). He is survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents, Alexander
Litster, Alice and Victor Haskins and grandfather, Fred Slater. Gordon will also be missed by many friends, some
of whom he shared his fascination of trains. They made frequent trips to the station to enjoy the trains and take
photos. Gordon had an extensive collection including models, books and photos. Resting at Corbett Funeral
Home , 95 Dundas Street, Cambridge, where the family will receive friends on Friday, July 6, 2007 (today) from 79 p.m. The service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, July 7, 2007 at 1 p.m. Canon David Boyer
officiating. Cremation will follow. In Gordon's memory, expressions of sympathy may be made to the Canadian
Hearing Society.
MARTIN, Edward W. - Suddenly, on Thursday, July 5, 2007, as the result of a farm accident. Edward W. Martin
in his 47th year of RR 2, Drayton. Beloved husband of Anna Martin. Dear father of Laverne, Murray, Wayne,
Marlene, Miriam and Marcus all at home. Son of Wesley and Lydian Martin of RR 2, Drayton and son in-law of
Orlan G and Salome Martin of RR 1, Wallenstein. Brother of Selinda and Amos Shantz of Hawkesville, Ibra and
Selema Martin of RR 2, Mount Forest, Amos and Malinda Martin of RR 5, Mount Forest, Abner and Verna Martin
and David and Laurene Martin all of RR 1, Wallenstein, Nelson, and Laura Martin of RR 1, Elmira. Friends may
call at his home on Saturday from 1 - 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 - 8 p.m. where funeral service will be held on
Monday, July 9 at 9 a.m. then to Creek Bank Mennonite Meeting House for further service and burial in the
adjoining cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira.
SOMES, Leonard Valentine - Peacefully at Columbia Forest Long Term Care Centre on Wednesday, July 4, 2007
in his 86th year. Loving husband of Vera for 56 years. Wonderful father to Geoffrey (Sharon), Michael (Carol), and
step-father to Ruth (Rick), Barbara (Conrad). Always remembered by his grandchildren, Mitchell, Daryl, Ryan,
Tamara, Tracy, Kelsey, Danny, and Trevor. Survived by his brother, Edwin and his sisters-in-law, Doris and Sylvia
in England and other family members, Ted, Eileen, Garth and Judy. Predeceased by his parents, Edwin and
Rossina; his brothers, Frank and George and his sister-in-law, Linky. Leonard was a great father, husband and
grandfather who especially enjoyed his family along with going to the cottage and sailing with his wife, Vera. He
will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A memorial service will be held at David MacLeod Funeral Home ,
617 King St., N., Waterloo on Saturday, July 7, 2007 at 11 a.m. Rev. Michael Zenker officiating. In lieu of flowers,
donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family and may be arranged by contacting
the funeral home at 519-888-7700.
TOBEY, Paul Henderson - Paul Tobey passed away, peacefully, with his family
by his side, in his 88th year, at Saint Luke's Place, on Wednesday, July 4th 2007.
He is the beloved husband of the late Zena (Bainbridge), and very dear father of
Diane (Terry) Chard, Bruce (Susan), and Keith (Christine) Tobey. He will be
missed sadly by his grandchildren, Jeff (Teresa), Matthew (Jen), Nigel (Amanda),
Courtney, Rebecca (Evan) Evelyn and Ian, and his great-grandchildren, Evan and
Andrew. Predeceased by his sister, Mary Soper, and his brothers, Wallace and
Wesley. Proud Second World War RCAF veteran. Long time member of the Royal
Canadian Legion, Branch #272. Former City of Cambridge bus driver. He will
always be remembered for his good humor, charm and compassion. Paul took great
joy in life's simple pleasures such as feeding birds and squirrels. Paul's family will receive friends at the
Lounsbury Funeral Home , 1766 Franklin Boulevard, Cambridge, on Friday evening from 7 - 9 p.m. with a legion
service under the auspices of the Royal Canadian Legion, Hespeler Branch #272, being held at 7 p.m. A funeral
service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Saturday at 2 p.m. Those who wish may make a memorial
donation to either Saint Luke's Place or to the Royal Canadian Legion, Hespeler Branch #272. A final wink
goodbye. Condolences/donations/directions www.lounsburyfuneralhome.com 519-658-9366
VAN HORNE, Ross W. - Ross Wellington Van Horne, 82, of Tavistock and formerly of Hanover, passed away in
Stratford General Hospital, on Wednesday, July 4, 2007. Ross was born in Hanover on May 13, 1925 a son of the
late Whitney Van Horne and the former Viola Diebel. He was a Control Room Operator with Ontario Hydro for 35
years. During the Second World War he served with the Canadian Army. He was a life member of Hanover Branch
#130 Royal Canadian Legion, Hanover Lions Club and the Saugeen Fish and Game Club of South Bruce. He is
survived by his wife, the former Dorothy Elizabeth Gray, whom he married at Walkerton on July 3, 1948; one
daughter, Rosalynd and husband Robert Sim of Tavistock; three sons, Garnet and wife Alina Van Horne of
Cambridge, Bruce and wife Jo Anne Van Horne of Sioux Lookout; Oliver and wife Patricia Van Horne of
Chatsworth; twelve granchildren and eight great-grandchildren; one sister, Cornelia Lustig of Owen Sound; two
brothers, Douglas Van Horne of Chatsworth, William Van Horne of Medicine Hat, Alberta. Friends and relatives
will be received in the Francis Funeral Home , 77 Woodstock Street North, Tavistock on Sunday, July 8, 2007
from 2 - 4 p.m. where the funeral service will be held on Sunday at 7 p.m. The Rev. Everett Mossman will officiate.
Cremation will follow. A service auspices of Tavistock Branch #518 Royal Canadian Legion will be held at the
funeral home on Sunday at 6:30 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of
Ontario or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be made through the funeral home by
calling 1-519-655-2431.
BEAMAN, Carol Ann - With deep sadness in our hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Carol Ann Beaman
on Monday, June 25, 2007, at the age of 62, while on vacation in Whitehorse, Yukon. She leaves behind her loving
husband and helpmate of 40 years, Gerald; her sons, Tim and his wife Elaine and Michael and his wife Antje; as
well as four beautiful and much loved grandchildren, Carissa, Lynae, Cole and Matthew. Dear sister to Donna and
Ron Copping and Janet Lee Tillotson; sister-in-law to Bob and Ruth Beaman and Nancy and Tony BeamanDapaah; aunt to several nieces and nephews and second "mom" to countless others. Carol Ann was a courageous
woman who, even in the face of deteriorating health, lived her life in service to others, caring for others needs
before her own. We were blessed to have had our lives touched by such a remarkable woman. She will be greatly
missed. Memorial visitation will be held on Monday, July 9, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Westview Funeral
Chapel , 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where the memorial service will be conducted on Tuesday, July
10, 2007 at 10 a.m. Interment of ashes, New Road Cemetery, Tillsonburg. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the
Lung Assoc. or the Arthritis Society would be gratefully appreciated by the family. On-line condolences may be
sent to condolences@ westviewfuneralchapel.com
BERGEY, Ross - Passed away on Sunday June 3, 2007 at St. Mary's Hospital. Ross Bergey, aged 86 years. Ross is
survived by a step-son, Richard Shaw and his family of Calgary and step-daughter, Ruth Shaw of Stratford and a
niece and nephew. He was the last surviving member of his family, predeceased by his parents, Joshua Bergey and
Mabel Hardy; his wife Ada in 2000; two brothers, Doug and Kenneth and three sisters, Alice, Dorothy and Muriel.
At Ross's request there was no visitation at the funeral home a memorial service will be held from the Ratz-Bechtel
Funeral Home, 621 King St. W. Kitchener on Monday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Randy Banks officiating. Donations
may be made to the Waterloo Regional Cancer Centre as expressions of sympathy through the funeral home or at
www.ratzbechtelfuneralhome. com
BUDDEN, Carmen - It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Carmen Budden (nee Kent), on
Saturday, June 30, 2007. She was surrounded by her family and friends. Special thanks to Nina, Colleen and Lydia
for the wonderful care they gave Carmen in her last weeks. She will be greatly missed by her family, most
especially by her nieces and nephews. A memorial service is planned to celebrate her life on Tuesday, July 10,
2007 at the Westmount Funeral Chapel , 1001 Ottawa Street South (at Westmount Rd.) from 4 until 9 p.m. In lieu
of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Parkinson's Foundation would be welcomed. To live in
the hearts we leave behind is not to die.
JAXSON WILLIAM ADAM Passed away, suddenly on July 4, 2007 at the age of 5 months. Beloved son of Keri
Fisher and Mark Adam. Loving little brother of Hunter. Cherished Grandson of Kathy Adam and Jim Asmussen,
Glen Adam and Debbie Reid, and Geraldine and David Fisher. Beloved great-grandson of Rose Goss, Ken and Val
Adam, and Elva and Norm Wood. Sadly missed by several aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends are invited to share
their memories of Jaxson with his family at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street South in
Waterloo on Monday, July 9, 2007 from 11:30 - 12:45. The funeral service to celebrate Jaxson's life will follow in
the Funeral Home Chapel at 1 p.m. Interment in Williamsburg Cemetery, Kitchener. Following the committal
service, friends are invited to join the family at the home of Keri and Mark for refreshments and a time to visit.
Condolences for the family and donations to The Lung Association can be arranged through the funeral home 519745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of Jaxson, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning
Program by the funeral home.
LE DREW, D'Arcy - Passed away peacefully at the Hamilton General Hospital on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at the
age of 69 years. Beloved husband of 48 years to Catherine. Loving father of
Michael and Sandra and doting papa to Megan and Cameron. Dear brother of
Marilyn Watson and Dennis Le Drew. D'Arcy's family will receive relatives and
friends at the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519749-8467 on Sunday, July 8, 2007 from 1 p.m. until the time of D'Arcy's funeral in
the Funeral Home Chapel at 3 p.m. Cremation will follow. As expressions of
sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes
Association would be appreciated. Visit www.henrywalser.com for D'Arcy's
memorial.
MARGARETE DICK February 12, 1922 - July 5, 2007 Of Waterloo, passed away at Freeport Health Centre of
Grand River Hospital in her 86th year. Margarete was predeceased by her husband, Adolf, who passed away in
2005. She will be deeply missed by her sons, Gerard (Laura), Arthur, and Alfred (Sandy); her three grandchildren,
Kevin, Melanie and Chris- topher, as well as her many relatives in Germany. Born in Tiege, Ukraine, after the
Russian Revolution, Margarete had many life experiences that, by God's grace, we may never have to endure. From
removal of family possessions by the Communists, to famine, forced relocation, traveling as a war refugee through
Europe, and tending to her parents as they died in post-war Germany, she never stopped trusting in God. When she
moved to Waterloo and married Adolf Dick, she utilized all her life skills and her faith in God to keep the family
afloat. Baking rye bread and zwieback became a weekly tradition, and provided economical lunches to her husband
and three sons. At first, gardening was a necessity to help feed her young family living on Columbia Street. Then as
the years went by, it became her passion. At 85, she was still planting her potatoes, tomatoes and onions, talking to
her plants, and weeding her extensive flower gardens. Fresh baked bread was her method of barter for snow
shoveling after her husband passed away. Her neighbors would get up early to clear her driveway so they could
claim the prize waiting in the milk box. Those that knew her were truly blessed. Friends are invited to share their
memories of Margarete with her family during visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King
Street South in Waterloo on Sunday, July 8 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral will be held on Monday, July 9,
2007 at 2 p.m. at the W-K United Mennonite Church, 15 George St. in Waterloo. Donations may be made in lieu of
flowers to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Canadian Cancer Society, or the MCC International Relief Fund.
Donations may be arranged by contacting the funeral home at 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living
memory of Margarete, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
MARIE HENHOEFFER 1923 - 2007 Marie died at St. Mary's General Hospital, in Kitchener on Friday, July 6,
2007 in her 84th year. Loving mother of Elizabeth and her husband Tom Motz and Peter Henhoeffer all of
Kitchener. She will be lovingly remembered by her two grandsons, Paul and Christopher Motz; brothers, Roy
Fietsch of Vancouver, Paul Fietsch and his wife Audrey and sister, Rose Hahn of Toronto. Marie will be fondly
remembered by several nieces and nephews. Marie was predeceased by her husband, Lorne Henhoeffer in 1990 and
her parents, Evangeline Knipfel and Alfons Fietsch. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be published in
Monday's edition of The Record or may be obtained through the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King
Street South, Waterloo, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com Condolences for the family and donations to the
Village of Winston Park Charitable Foundation or St. Mary's General Hospital would be appreciated as expressions
of sympathy and may be arranged through the funeral home. Marie's family would like to express their sincere
appreciation to the staff in the Respiratory Unit on the 6th Floor at St. Mary's Hospital for the excellent care she
received. They are also very grateful to the staff of the Village of Winston Park who provided exceptional care
during her 17 years at the current location in Kitchener and their former location on Bridge Street in Waterloo. In
memory of Marie, a tree will be planted through The Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
PEQUEGNAT, Vivian (nee Hanenberg) - Peacefully, at her residence, went home to be with her Lord, on July 5,
2007. Vivian was in her 89th year. Predeceased by her loving husband, Marc Pequegnat. Dearest mother of Nicki
Jeffery and Diane and Ian Clark, Janice Wadsworth, Jerry (deceased) and Joan Pequegnat. Loving grandmother to
Ryan and Lindsay Clark. Vivian will be missed by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and many cherished
friends. Thank you to all of Vivian's "special" care-givers. The funeral service will take place at Ratz-Bechtel
Funeral Home , 621 King Street W., Kitchener, Ontario at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, July 9, with visitation 2 hours
prior to the service. As expressions of sympathy, donations to either World Vision or Gideon Bibles would be
greatly appreciated by the family.
PERKULL, Frank - It is with deep sadness that the family of Frank announces his passing on Wednesday, July 4,
2007, at the age of 77. Loving father of Andrew (Beverley) Perkull, Dwayne (Angela) Perkull, Sheila (David)
Bodemer. He will be lovingly remembered by his many grandchildren. Frank had such faith and confidence in his
God, Jehovah, that he lived his faith and shared these truths with all whom he met. A memorial service will be held
at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 30 Myers Rd., Cambridge on Sunday, July 8, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. As
expressions of sympathy donations to The Watchtower would be appreciated by the family.
ROESER, Richard - Passed away peacefully at AR Goudie Eventide Home on July 6, 2007 at the age of 93.
Beloved husband of Agnes (nee Klassen) Roeser. Loving father of Peter Roeser and his wife Patricia of Waterloo
and Fred Roeser of Kitchener. Cherished opa of Richard. Survived by his nephew Edgar and his wife Loren of
Washington. Predeceased by his brother, Edgar. Richard spent many years with Uniroyal working as a tool and dye
maker before retiring in the mid 70's to enjoy his spare time at the cottage. A private graveside service for Richard
will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated
and may be made by calling the Henry Walser Funeral Home 519-749-8467. Visit www.henrywalser.com for
Richard's memorial.
SIMON, Margaret - Passed away on Friday, July 6, 2007 at her residence Nithview Home, New Hamburg.
Margaret was born 92 years ago in Kritchedin, Yugoslavia and was the daughter of the late Peter and Margaret
(Eissenloffel) Gerber. Beloved wife of the late Andreas Simon, who predeceased her March 7, 1996. Loving
mother of Henry Simon of New Hamburg. Also missed by a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. Margaret was
predeceased by 2 brothers and 3 sisters. Margaret was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, New Hamburg and
enjoyed crocheting, needlework and baking as her hobbies. Family and friends may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral
Home, 291 Huron St., New Hamburg, on Monday, July 9, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take
place on Tuesday, July 10, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, New Hamburg with Pastor Andre Lavergne
and Pastor Anne Anderson officiating. Interment in Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg. As expressions of
sympathy, donations may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association or Trinity Lutheran Church.
SPICER, Steven - Suddenly, at his residence in Kitchener, Ontario, on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at age 46. Beloved
son of Louise Spicer and the late Dalton Spicer (2005). Loving brother of Lynn Hammett and her husband Richard.
Loved uncle of Ellen, Claire, Marion and Jack. Dear nephew of Katrina MacAloney, Verna Hatfield (Glendon),
Isabelle Doyle (Robert) and Marvis McNair. Also predeceased by his uncle, John Parkes (2006). Mr. Spicer was
President and C.E.O. of Spicer Corporation and Printeron. He was an avid hunter and was a member of Y.P.O the
Young Presidents Organization. Mr. Spicer was a driving force in the technology community for the past 25 years.
His innovation and drive will be sadly missed. Friends are invited to visit the family at the H.L. Cudney Funeral
Home , 241 West Main Street, Welland, on Monday, July 9, 2007 from 7 - 9 p.m. and Tuesday, July 10, 2007 from
1 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 3 p.m. in the Cudney Chapel conducted by Reverend Graham Thorpe.
Interment will follow in Pleasantview Memorial Gardens. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the
Alzheimer Society or the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.
STECKLY, Benjamin (Ben) - Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at his residence R.R. 4, Listowel
on Friday July 6, 2007. Ben was born 14 years ago in Stratford. Beloved son of Ed and Rose (Wagler) Steckly.
Sadly missed by his sister Jessica. Dear grandson of Joel and Lydiann Wagler of R.R. 1, Newton, Ben and Irene
Steckly of R.R. 2, Atwood and great-grandson of Aaron and Mary Kuepfer of R.R. 1, Newton. Also remembered
by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Ben attended Riverdale Mennonite Church, Millbank. Ben played soccer for the
Newton Tigers and recently graduated from grade eight at Milverton Public School with a Merit Award. Family
and friends may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home , 7 Spencer St., Milverton on Monday July 9, 2007 from 7-9
and again Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A private family interment will take place at Riverdale Mennonite
Church Cemetery. A memorial service to celebrate Ben's life will be held on Wednesday July 11, 2007 at 2:30 at
Milverton Mennonite Fellowship, Milverton with Pastor Glenn Zehr officiating. As expressions of sympathy
donations may be made to Make A Wish Foundation, Children's Wish Foundation, Mornington Optimist Club or
the Canadian Cancer Society.
VILA, Madeleine (nee Bertrand) - Peacefully in Kitchener on July 5, 2007, in her 96th year, surrounded by her
family. Beloved wife of John A. Vila. Survived by her husband, Jack; her dearly loved children, John B. Vila of
Ottawa and Susan Lawley of London; her dear grandchildren, Christine Neilson (Scott), Jennifer Vila (Jason
Kanonowicz) and Michael Vila (Natalie), Michelle Tucker (Jeff) and Christopher Lawley; four great-grandchildren
and thirteen nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister, Renee Lemaire and her brothers, Paul Bertrand and
Jacques Bertrand, Q.C. Friends and family will be received at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 173 Lourdes Street,
Waterloo on July 9, 2007 at 10 a.m. before the funeral at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the
Alzheimer Society of Canada or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to
Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , Waterloo, 519-745-8445.
WENZEL, Henry - Of Mildmay, passed away at Saugeen Villa Nursing Home, Hanover on Friday, July 6, 2007 in
his 86th year. Dear brother of Gordon and his wife Marion of Listowel and Harvey Wenzel of Cambridge. Loving
uncle of Gordon Jr. of Waterloo, Irene of Hanover, Linda Anger of Cambridge, Doris Hutchings of Newfoundland,
John Sutton of Cambridge, Carol Brown of Mildmay, Delorice Reuber of Mildmay and Ruth Wightman.
Predeceased by his brothers, Alfred and Ezra; sisters, Lydia Blanchford, Permilda Miller and Emma Wenzel.
Visitation will be held in St. Paul's United Church, Mildmay on Sunday from 7-9 p.m. and on Monday from 12
noon until 2 p.m. Funeral service will be conducted by Rev. Ruth Howlett in St. Paul's United Church, Mildmay on
July 9, 2007 at 2 p.m. Interment St. Paul's United Cemetery, Mildmay. Donations may be made to St. Paul's United.
WIDMEYER, Doreen - Wife of the late Dr. Lorne Mullen, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District
Hospital, on Thursday, July 5, 2007. She was 81. Survived by nieces, Maxine Widmeyer and spouse Paul Jafine of
Newmarket, Denise Widmeyer of Winnipeg and nephew, Terry Widmeyer and wife Susan of Campbell River, B.C.
Also survived by sister-in-law, Jean Widmeyer of Campbell River, B.C. and special friend, Marion Pentland of
Hanover. Predeceased by her brothers, Garnet and wife Tweed Widmeyer and Bernard "Bun" Widmeyer. Visitation
at Mighton Funeral Home , Hanover, on Sunday, July 8, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where a funeral service will
be held on Monday, July 9, 2007 at 11 a.m. Interment in Union Cemetery, Ayton. Memorial donations to the CNIB,
The Heart and Stroke Foundation or The Alzheimer Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
BUDDEN, Carmen - It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Carmen Budden (nee Kent), on
Saturday, June 30, 2007. She was surrounded by her family and friends. Special thanks to Nina, Colleen and Lydia
for the wonderful care they gave Carmen in her last weeks. She will be greatly missed by her family, most
especially by her nieces and nephews. A memorial service is planned to celebrate her life on Tuesday, July 10,
2007 at the Westmount Funeral Chapel , 1001 Ottawa Street South (at Westmount Rd.) from 4 until 9 p.m. In lieu
of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Parkinson's Foundation would be welcomed. To live in
the hearts we leave behind is not to die.
BYFORD, Mary - Suddenly at St. Mary's Hospital on Thursday, July 5, 2007 in her 73rd year. Loving wife of
Norman for 37 years. Step-mother of Thomas Byford and his wife Elizabeth and Norma Maucieri and her husband
Robert. Also survived by her grandson, Michael and her niece, Heather. Mary was born in England and was
predeceased by her parents and brother, Paul. At Mary's request, there will not be visitation or a service. Cremation
has taken place. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be
appreciated by the family and may be arranged by contacting David MacLeod Funeral Home , 617 King St., N.,
Waterloo, 519-888-7700.
HOCH, Mary Alice (nee Gallant) - Peacefully with family at her side at Hampton Terrace, Burlington on Friday,
July 6, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Alfred Jacob Hoch (1966). Loving mother to Barbara Viergever and her
husband Dr. Hans of Burlington, to Cheryl Carlin and her husband Robert of Windsor and to Douglas and his wife
Pam Bennett of Kitchener. Cherished Poppa of Cory Bullen (Terry), Colette Taylor (Rick), Alicia, Dru, Kimberly
Garrow (David), Cilanne, and Great-Poppa to 7 great grandchildren. Also missed by sister, Helen MacEachern;
brother, Gerald Gallant, both of Nova Scotia, and Evelyn Hoch. Predeceased by son, Alfred and grandson, Timothy
Allen. Visitation at Smith's Funeral Home , 1167 Guelph Line, Burlington (905-632-3333) on Monday from 3-5
and 7-9 p.m. A Memorial Mass will be held at Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church, 287 Plains Road, Burlington
on Tuesday, July 10, 2007 at 10 a.m. Private Family Burial. In lieu of flowers, if desired, expressions of sympathy
to a charity of your choice would be sincerely appreciated by the family. www.smithsfh.com
JOHN HARROW 1940 - 2007 John passed away, after a brief illness, at his home in Waterloo, on Saturday, July
7, 2007 at the age of 67. Loving husband of Joan (nee Porterfield) for 47 years. Caring dad to Brad Harrow and
wife Connie, Paul Harrow and wife Joanne, Donna Harrow, and Debbie Engel and husband Peter. Grandpa will be
missed by Justin and wife Chrissy, Anthony, Tiffany, Nicolette, Mark, Emma and David. John is survived by his
mother, Agnes Harrow of Atwood and two brothers, William Harrow and wife Lynda and Allan Harrow and wife
Brenda. Predeceased by his father, William Harrow. Before retirement, John had been employed with Waterloo
North Hydro for 36 years. Relatives and friends are invited to the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King
Street South in Waterloo, for memorial visitation on Monday, July 9 (today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A private family
service will be held. Condolences for the family and memorial donations to the Waterloo Minor Hockey
Association may be arranged by contacting the funeral home at 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living
memory of John, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
KANHOYE, Sanmatty - Passed away peacefully, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Toronto, on Sunday, July 8, 2007, at the
age of 64. Loving mother of Peter Baldeo and Christine Kanhoye; cherished sister of Somaru Khanoye, Gomatie
Kanhoye, Dhanmatty Ramnarine, Meena Sookhoo and Sunny Kanhoye. Much loved aunt of Dianne, Martin,
Devon, Dolly, Teresa, Nadia, Veeran, Lisa, Stephanie, Debbie, Tanya, Cynthia, Andriana and Vaden. Predeceased
by her parents, Mangree and Ramroop Purdil and her brother, Veeren Kanhoye. Friends will be received at the
Westmount Funeral Chapel , 1001 Ottawa Street South (at Westmount Rd.), Kitchener, 519-743-8900, on
Tuesday, July 10, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 11, 2007 at 10 a.m.
in the chapel of the funeral home with cremation to follow. The family of the late Sanmatty Kanhoye would like to
thank the nurses, doctors and staff of St. Joseph's Hospital for their excellent care at this difficult time. Share
memories of Sanmatty Kanhoye online at www.mem.com
LIVINGSTON, Jefferson - Passed away peacefully at Fairview Mennonite Home, on Friday, July 6, 2007 in his
98th year. A long time resident of Preston (Cambridge). Beloved husband of Doris (Walker). Loving father of
Sherry and her husband Arnie Attwooll of Kitchener, Douglas and his wife Barbara Ann (Scott) of Cambridge, and
Kevin and his wife Jackie (Fuller) of Florida. Dear step-father of Dianne Roth, Lee and his wife Sherry Walker,
Rob Walker and Ron Walker. Lovingly remembered by his four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren and 13
step-grandchildren and 12 step-great-grandchildren. Jefferson was predeceased by his first wife, Myrtle in 1977 and
12 brothers and his sister. Visitation will be held at the Fairview Mennonite Home Chapel, 515 Langs Drive,
Cambridge on Tuesday, July 10 from 1 until 2 p.m. with a private family service to follow. Interment in Memory
Gardens, Breslau. As expression of sympathy donations to Cambridge Memorial Hospital, Cancer Clinic would be
greatly appreciated. Tributes may be made online at www.mem.com
MacDONALD, Mabel "Kelly" - Peacefully at Cambridge Memorial Hospital on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at the age
of 73 years. Survived by her dear friends, Shirley Blackmore and Michael Kidd; her extended family in New
Hamburg and Shakespeare and her four god children. Kelly will be sadly missed by all of her friends. A memorial
service will be held at Little's Funeral Home and Cremation Centre , 223 Main St., E., Cambridge (519-6231290) on Saturday, July 14, 2007 at 1 p.m. In memory of Kelly, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer
Society.
2007 in her 84th year. Loving mother of Elizabeth and her husband Tom Motz and Peter Henhoeffer all of
Fietsch of Vancouver, Paul Fietsch and his wife Audrey of Kitchener and sister, Rose Hahn of Toronto. Marie will
be fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews. Marie was predeceased by her husband, Lorne Henhoeffer
in 1990 and her parents, Evangeline Knipfel and Alfons Fietsch. Friends are invited to share their memories of
Marie with her family at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street South, Waterloo, on Thursday,
July 12, 2007 from 7 to 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 13, 2007, 11 a.m., in Notre
Dame Chapel of St. Jerome's University, 290 Westmount Road North, Waterloo, with Rev. Jim Link, CR as
celebrant. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, Kitchener. Condolences for the family and donations to the Village of
Winston Park Charitable Foundation or St. Mary's General Hospital would be appreciated as expressions of
sympathy and may be arranged through the funeral home. Marie's family would like to express their sincere
appreciation to the staff in the Respiratory Unit on the 6th Floor at St. Mary's Hospital for the excellent care she
received. They are also very grateful to the staff of the Village of Winston Park who provided exceptional care
during her 17 years at the current location in Kitchener and their former location on Bridge Street in Waterloo. In
memory of Marie, a tree will be planted through The Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
NYMEYER, Swany - The Lord in His gracious wisdom took home our mother on Saturday, July 7, 2007 in her
90th year. Dear wife of the late Benjamin Nymeyer and beloved mother of John Nymeyer and wife Janet, Jane
Hoogendoorn and husband Clarence, and Christine (Chris) Nymeyer, all of Cambridge. Dearest grandmother of
Amanda, Brett, Benjamin, Douglas, Dawn and Karen and great-grand-mother of Jordan. Also survived by Ben's
wife, Grace. She was predeceased by her son, Ben and and her grandson, Adam Hoogendoorn. Resting at the
Corbett Funeral Home , 95 Dundas Street, Cambridge where the family will receive friends today (Monday) 2-4
and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service at the Zion United Reformed Church, Sheffield on Tuesday, July 10, 2007 at 11 a.m.
Interment Mount View Cemetery. The Lord Is My Shepherd.
SPICER, Steven - Suddenly, at his residence in Kitchener, Ontario, on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at age 46. Beloved
son of Louise Spicer and the late Dalton Spicer (2005). Loving brother of Lynn Hammett and her husband Richard.
Loved uncle of Ellen, Claire, Marion and Jack. Dear nephew of Katrina MacAloney, Verna Hatfield (Glendon),
Isabelle Doyle (Robert) and Marvis McNair. Also predeceased by his uncle, John Parkes (2006). Mr. Spicer was
President and C.E.O. of Spicer Corporation and Printeron. He was an avid hunter and was a member of Y.P.O the
Young Presidents Organization. Mr. Spicer was a driving force in the technology community for the past 25 years.
His innovation and drive will be sadly missed. Friends are invited to visit the family at the H.L. Cudney Funeral
Home , 241 West Main Street, Welland, on Monday, July 9, 2007 from 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday, July 10, 2007 from 1
p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 3 p.m. in the Cudney Chapel conducted by Reverend Graham Thorpe.
Interment will follow in Pleasantview Memorial Gardens. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the
Alzheimer Society or the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.
VILA, Madeleine (nee Bertrand) - Peacefully in Kitchener on July 5, 2007, in her 96th year, surrounded by her
family. Beloved wife of John A. Vila. Survived by her husband, Jack; her dearly loved children, John B. Vila of
Ottawa and Susan Lawley of London; her dear grandchildren, Christine Neilson (Scott), Jennifer Vila (Jason
Kanonowicz) and Michael Vila (Natalie), Michelle Tucker (Jeff) and Christopher Lawley; four great-grandchildren
and thirteen nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister, Renee Lemaire and her brothers, Paul Bertrand and
Jacques Bertrand, Q.C. Friends and family will be received at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 173 Lourdes Street,
Waterloo on July 9, 2007 (today) at 10 a.m. before the funeral at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made
to the Alzheimer Society of Canada or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted
to Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , Waterloo, 519-745-8445.
ZUKOWSKI, Czeslaw "Chester" - Passed away peacefully at home with his
family by his side, on Saturday, July 7, 2007 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of
55 years to Eugenia (nee Koryba). Loving father of Jadwiga "Heidi" Maloley
(David) of Ottawa and Tadeusz "Ted" Zukowski (Lyne) of Kitchener. He will
forever be remembered by his sister-in-law, Tatiana Kurylowicz. Also survived by
his many nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by his parents, Jozef and
Jadwiga Zukowski and infant brother, Bronislaw. Czeslaw was a veteran of the
Second World War and also an honourary member of the Royal Canadian Legion,
Polish Veterans' Branch 412. He retired from Budd Automotive in 1991. The
Zukowski family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-
9 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. A funeral service will be
held on Wednesday, July 11, 2007 at 12 noon in the chapel of the funeral home. Special thank you goes out to Dr.
Lana Tan from the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre, nurses Sytske, Deborah and Carol from Care Partners and
personnel from ComCare, especially Susan, for all their loving care that they provided to Chester. In memory of
Chester, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family (cards available at
the funeral home) Visit www.henrywalser.com for Chester's memorial.
BENJAMIN NANTAIS 1987 - 2007 Benjamin passed away, at his home, in Kitchener, surrounded by his family,
on Saturday, July 7, 2007 at the age of 20. Dearly loved son of Julie and Gordon Nantais. Loving brother of Kristie,
Kasia, and Jake. Benjamin will be remembered by his grandma and grandpa, Doris and Elton Nantais and baba,
Lilly Lalka. Fondly remembered by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. There will be a private family cremation
service with a memorial service for family and friends on Thursday, July 12, 2007 at 11 a.m. in the chapel of the
Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street South in Waterloo. As expressions of sympathy, memorial
donations may be made to the Sunshine Foundation by contacting the funeral home at 519-745-8445 or
www.erbgood.com
BUDD, Olive Mabel - Olive passed away peacefully in Vancouver on June 16, 2007. She is survived by her
brother, Fred Budd of Cambridge. She was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Grace Budd of Kitchener; sisters,
Elizabeth and Dorothy and brothers, Philip and Albert. Olive was born in Kitchener in 1928. After graduation, she
moved to London, England where she was employed by the British Arts Council until her retirement. She returned
to Canada in the late 1980s to be closer to her family and to pursue new experiences. After residing in KitchenerWaterloo for many years, her wander lust led her to Vancouver. Olive lived a full life and developed many
interests. She enjoyed cats and dogs, flowers, the visual arts, corresponding with family and friends and staying in
touch with current events. Her biggest pleasure came from listening to classical music and attending concerts. All
who knew Olive will remember her as a feisty and independent spirit.
COSTA, Jesuina - Passed away peacefully, Sunday, July 8, 2007 at Cambridge Memorial Hospital at the age of 95
years. Beloved wife of the late Camilo Costa (1982). Loving mother of Joe Costa and his wife Zelia of Toronto,
Maria Dinis and her husband Manuel of Toronto, Lucia Barcelos and her husband Benjamin of Massachusetts and
Ilidio Costa of Kitchener. Dear grandmother of 6 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Jesuina was the last
surviving member of her family. Jesuina's family will receive relatives and friends today (Tuesday) from 2-4 and 79 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Prayers 8 p.m. this
evening. Prayers will be offered in the funeral home chapel at 9:20 a.m. on Wednesday, July 11, 2007 in the chapel
of the funeral home followed by procession to Our Lady of Fatima R.C. Church (300 Simeon St., Kitchener) for
Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Williamsburg Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to St. Mary's
Hospital Cardiac Care would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit
www.henrywalser.com for Jesuina's memorial.
REV CANON DAVID ROBERT HARTRY 1937 - 2007 Reverend Canon David Hartry GCLJ (E), CMLJ, died
peacefully on Monday, July 9, 2007, at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital. He is survived by his
beloved wife, Janet (Sinclair) and brother, John Hartry of Prescott. He will be lovingly remembered by Janet's
family, John and Evelyn Sinclair, Alasdair and Carol Sinclair, Margaret and Dick James, Sheila Sinclair all of
Halifax, Donald and Jill Sinclair of Ottawa and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Anne
(Smith) and Patrick Hartry. David was born in Halifax, and after attending King's College Divinity School was
assigned his first parish in the Annapolis Valley. He then became parish priest at All Saints Cathedral in Halifax.
David was always very active in children's camping and was President of the Canadian Camping Association and a
member of the Ontario Camping Association. He served in the Diocese of Nassau and the Bahamas as the first
Youth Officer. In 1975 he went to the Diocese of Huron and was chaplain of Renison College and the University of
Waterloo for 17 years. In 1990 he was appointed Regional Dean of Waterloo and in 1991 appointed to the
Cathedral Chapter of Canons. He was Rector of St. John the Divine, Arva, from 1992 until his retirement to
Kitchener where he provided interim ministry at a number of parishes. David was very active in the Order of Saint
Lazarus of Jerusalem as Chaplain General of the Order. He also was very active in the Probus Club of KitchenerConestoga of which he was Vice-President. Endowed with a whimsical sense of humour, David had a practical
view of the workings of faith and impeccable timing in his stories and sermons. His deep spirituality and
knowledge of the Christian Church reminded his listener to strive for greater things and nobler goals. Friends are
invited to share their memories of David with his family at St. George's of Forest Hill Anglican Church, 321
Fischer Hallman Road, Kitchener, on Thursday, July 12, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to
celebrate David's life and faith will be held on Friday, July 13, 2007, 11 a.m., at St. George's of Forest Hill
Anglican Church, Kitchener. Following the services, David's cremated remains will be scattered in the gardens of
St. George's Anglican Church. Condolences for the family and donations to St. George's of Forest Hill Anglican
Church, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated as
expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street
South, Waterloo, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com. The family wants to thank the staff of Freeport's 4th floor
for their wonderful care. In memory of David, a tree will be planted through The Trees for Learning Program by the
funeral home.
COLLEY, Arleen - Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, July 10, 2007
at Saint Luke's Place, two weeks shy of her 91st birthday. Beloved wife and best
friend of the late Hank Colley (May 11, 2002). Loving mother of Judy Shantz of
Kitchener and Jackie Dunbar and her husband John Geddes of Cambridge. Proud
and loving grandmother of Brett Shantz (Debbie McFadden), Shelley Monroe
(Jim), Kim Whitham (Craig), Chad Julke, Kyle Geddes and great-grandchildren
Travis Johnson, Jake Monroe and Rachel and Katie Whitham. Also remembered by
her sister-in-law, Norma Taylor and Jeanne and Ken Dickhout; predeceased by her
daughter, Bonnie Slack and grandchildren, Kendall and Heather (October 20,
1976), also her brother, Howard Taylor and sister, Gwen Hammell. Arleen was an
active volunteer for many organizations, some being Camp Horizon, Canadian Cancer Society, St. Andrews
Memorial of Kitchener, St. Georges of New Hamburg, and St. John's of Kitchener. Her generosity and zest for life
were an inspiration to all who knew her. Visitation for Arleen will be held at the Lounsbury Funeral Home, 1766
Franklin Boulevard, Cambridge today (Thursday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will be held on Friday,
July 13, 2007 at 2 p.m. in St. John the Evangelist Church, 23 Water Street, North, Kitchener. Flowers gratefully
declined. Memorial donations may be made to St. John's Church or to Saint Luke's Place Foundation.
Condolences/donations/directions www.lounsburyfuneralhome.com (519) 658-9366
HARRIS, Joan nee Hope - (90), www.thelibraryofhope.com, of Ipswich, England, WW Nurse, dietician, writer,
historian, heritage specialist, passed away peacefully at home in Waterloo. She is predeceased by her father,
Lancelot; mother, Hilda nee Goodchild, Australia; sister, Peggy and her husband Dr. Cedric Carter, England. She is
survived by husband, Dr. R. Harris; brother, Dr. Lance Hope, England; uncle, George Goodchild, Australia; and
cousin, Dr. John Carter, B.C. Thanks to many friends and relatives world wide for the care and kindness. All
donations to Community Care Access Centre.
HUTSON, David - It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of David Hutson on Monday, July 9, 2007,
in his 78th year. He is survived by his loving wife, Wilma (Hooper) Hutson for 54 years. Loving father of Robert
Hutson and his wife Rose of Gowanstown, Bruce Hutson and his wife Brenda of Chatham, John Hutson of
Waterloo and Wayne Hutson and his wife Lisa of Elmira. Loving Grandpa of nine grandchildren. He was greatly
loved and will be fondly remembered by his family and friends. David was born in Egermont Township in 1930.
He was also a high school teacher at Norwell District Secondary School in Palmerston, involved with the Kinsmen,
Boy Scouts and the restoration of the Palmerston Railway Museum. The family will receive friends at the Heritage
Funeral Home , Palmerston on Saturday July 14, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in
St. Paul's Anglican Church Palmerston on Sunday July 15, 2007 at 5 p.m. Interment in family plot in Mount Forest
Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to St. Paul's Anglican Church, the Palmerston Railway Museum
or the Boy Scouts of Canada would be appreciated.
KUBE, Kimberley Ann - Passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2007 at her home, at the age of 43. Kimberley, beloved
wife of Rob Bordman; cherished daughter of Jim and Rose Kube. Dear sister of Robbie Kube of Sauble Beach and
Jackie Kube and her husband Kim Schmidt of Kitchener. She will be fondly remembered by her nephews, Josh,
Dylan, Joey and Cole of Kitchener and forever loved by her grandparents, Minnie and the late Hartley Sheridan of
Clarksburg; as well as her Uncle John of Clarksburg, Aunt Fay, Uncle Dale, Calvin, Mark and Sandy Stirling. She
will be greatly missed by her mother-in-law, and friend Lucille Bordman of Waterloo. Born in Collingwood on
March 4, 1964, Kim enjoyed gardening, wood working, bird watching, her music and liked to party. She was
dedicated to her work and to her many hobbies. Kim loved dearly all her nieces and nephews, family and friends.
She will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. We will terribly miss her beautiful smile, her generous ways,
her thoughtfulness, her humour and her laugh. Friends will be received at the Westmount Funeral Chapel, 1001
Ottawa Street South (at Westmount Road). Kitchener, on Friday, July 13, 2007 from 7-9 and on Saturday, July 14,
2007 from 1-3. A memorial service to celebrate Kim's life will be held on Saturday, July 14, 2007 at 3 p.m. in the
chapel of the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations in Kim's memory to the Mental Health Association (67
King Street East, Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 2K4) would be appreciated by the family. Share memories of Kim
online at www.mem.com
2007 in her 84th year. Loving mother of Elizabeth and her husband Tom Motz and Peter Henhoeffer, all of
Fietsch of Vancouver, Paul Fietsch and his wife Audrey of Kitchener and sister Rose Hahn of Toronto. Marie will
be fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews. Marie was predeceased by her husband, Lorne Henhoeffer
in 1990 and her parents, Evangeline Knipfel and Alfons Fietsch. Friends are invited to share their memories of
Marie with her family at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street South, Waterloo, on Thursday,
July 12, 2007 from 7-9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 13, 2007, 11 a.m., in Notre
Dame Chapel of St. Jerome's University, 290 Westmount Road North, Waterloo, with Rev. Jim Link, CR as
celebrant. A reception will follow at St. Jerome's University. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, Kitchener at a later
date. Condolences for the family and donations to the Village of Winston Park Charitable Foundation or St. Mary's
General Hospital Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through the
funeral home. Marie's family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the staff in the Respiratory Unit on
the 6th Floor at St. Mary's Hospital for the excellent care she received. They are also very grateful to the staff of the
Village of Winston Park who provided exceptional care during her 17 years at the current location in Kitchener and
their former location on Bridge Street in Waterloo. In memory of Marie, a tree will be planted through The Trees
for Learning Program by the funeral home.
MENARY, Lester Leonard - Born in Markdale, resided in Mississauga. Passed away peacefully at Mississauga
Trillium Hospital on July 8, 2007 after 84 full and healthy years surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of the
late Mavis Elizabeth Bishop. Loving father of Paul and Bruce. Caring grandfather of BettyAnn, Kimberly,
Rebecca, Peter, Gabrielle and Katharine. Invaluable partner to June Taylor. The family would like to thank his
caregiver Lynn, whose compassion and good humor allowed Len the comfort and humor he so deserved. A funeral
service will be held in the Chapel of St. James The Less Cemetery, Toronto, 635 Parliament Street (at Bloor St. E.)
on Thursday July 12 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Morley Bedford Funeral Services, (416) 489-8733 .
PHILPOTTS, George - Passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a heroic battle with lung cancer,
Monday, July 9, 2007 at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital at the age of 70. Beloved husband of
Valerie (nee Rinneard) Philpotts for 45 years. Loving father of Valmarie Hart and her husband William of Ottawa
and April Philpotts of Waterloo. Dear grandpa to Melyndi, Michael, Kati-Lynn, Michaela, Daniel, Jacinta, Joseph
and Matthew. Predeceased by his mother Alice and father Percy Philpotts and sister Doreen Zubrecki of Dryden.
George was the Deputy Clerk in Dryden (late 1950’s–1971) and Clerk Treasurer in Red Lake (1971-1972). He then
moved to Thunder Bay in 1972 and shortly thereafter embarked upon a career as an entrepreneur in the home
renovation business as owner/director of Mr. Seamless and the Window Shop. In addition to his career
accomplishments, George was an active volunteer within the community of Thunder Bay and Elliot Lake. He
served as a driving force in fundraising for a number of charitable organizations including Kiwanis, George Jeffery
Children's Centre, and Easter Seals campaigns. He will be fondly remembered for his contributions. George will be
especially remembered by his family for the quiet strength and love he demonstrated through to the final hours.
George's family invite friends and relatives to join them for a Funeral Mass at St. Aloysius R.C. Church at 10 a.m.
on Friday, July 13. Fr. Coneilus O'Mahony officiating. A reception will follow at Henry Walser Funeral Home ,
507 Frederick St., Kitchener 519-749-8467. Please visit www.henrywalser.com for George's memorial.
STRAATSMA, Sita (Shirley) - At the Cambridge Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, July 10, 2007 in her 75th year.
Dear wife of Edward and beloved mother of Mary and husband Andy of London, Karen and husband Sid of
Brampton, Ray and wife Eva of Vancouver and Inge and husband Kevin of Burlington. Dearest grandmother of
Jamie and Ingrid. Loving sister of Bob de Beer of Havelock, ON, Gerrit de Beer, Jan de Beer and Rennie de Beer
all of the Netherlands. Resting at the Corbett Funeral Home , 95 Dundas Street, Cambridge where the family will
receive friends on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Memorial service to take place at the Maranatha Christian Reformed
Church, 94 Elgin St. S. Cambridge on Friday, July 13, 2007 at 2 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the
Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. www.corbettfuneralhome.ca
THORNTON, Harold - At Listowel Memorial Hospital on Monday, July 9, 2007, Mr. Harold Edmund Thornton
of Listowel, in his 87th year. Beloved husband of the late Ada (Simpkins) Thornton. Dear father of Bruce and
Marlene Thornton of New Hamburg, Brenda and Bruce Williams, Marlene Thornton, and Dave Thornton, all of
Listowel. Grandfather of Liz, Cheryl, Adam, Dean (Bonnie), Don (Chris) and Melanie (Brian). Also survived by
five great-grandchildren and his sister, Jean Noemer of Kitchener. Predeceased by his sisters, Mildred Jacklin and
Margaret Linder. A private family graveside service will be held at Williamsburg Cemetery, Kitchener. Memorial
donations to Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at
www.eatonfuneralhome.ca
ABLESON, Betty (nee Cornell) - Peacefully, at Sunnyside Nursing Home, on Tuesday, July 10, 2007, in her 87th
year. Beloved wife of the late Albert Ableson. Loving mother of Pat Piper. Betty will be sadly missed by her
grandchildren, Richard Bell (Linda) and Gregory Bell (Jyoti). Survived by her brother, Wesley Cornell. A private
graveside service was held at Chesterfield Cemetery. In memory of Betty, donations may be made to the Canadian
Alzheimer Society or Sunnyside Nursing home by contacting Coutts Funeral Home and Cremation Centre in
Cambridge (519) 621-1650. Betty's family would like to say a special thank you to the staff and nurses at
Sunnyside Nursing Home, Woodside Unit for their loving care.
ALAMENCIAK, Edmund "Ed" - Passed away, at Sudbury Regional Hospital, Memorial Site, on July 10, 2007,
at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Leokadia "Lodzia" Alamenciak of 58 years and loving father of Edward
(Debbie) of Kitchener and Henry of Elliot Lake. Dear grandfather of Timothy, Kahla and Marisa. Also survived by
family in Poland. Friends will be received at the Elliot Lake Funeral Chapel & Cremation Centre (36 Ontario
Avenue) on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with the service on Monday, July 16, 2007 at 11 a.m. from Our Lady of
Fatima Parish with Deacon Joseph O'Neil officiating. Interment to follow in Woodlands Cemetery, Elliot Lake.
Memorial contributions to the St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary would be appreciated by the family.
BAKER, Betty - Of Riverbend Place, Cambridge. Passed away on Tuesday, July 10, 2007, in her 87th year. Wife
of the late Alfred Baker and mother of the late Gordon Baker and his wife Mary; Donald and his wife Florence;
Jean and her husband John and Randy and his wife Hannah. Grandmother of nine grandchildren and 15 greatgrandchildren. Resting at the Corbett Funeral Home , 95 Dundas Street, Cambridge where the family will receive
friends on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to take place at the New Apostolic Church, (Franklin Blvd)
on Friday, July 13, 2007 at 1 p.m. Interment Mount View Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the
Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. The family would like to thank the staff of Riverbend
Place for the wonderful care that was given to Betty.
CLARA "CLAIRE" HERZOG 1917 - 2007 After a long and full life, Claire died
at Columbia Forest Long Term Care Centre, on Tuesday evening, July 10, 2007.
She was 90. Claire will be lovingly remembered by her family; children, Shirley
(Charlie) Daub, Karen (Dave) Kowalski and Ron (Jan) Herzog; daughter-in-law,
Patricia Herzog; grandchildren, Wendy Kelly, Shelley Daub, Lori Madden, Jeffrey
Daub, Tracey Schnarr, Jen Herzog, Cathy Herzog, Carrie Herzog, Jeremy
Kowalski, Jessica McTavish, Jason Kowalski and 13 great-grandchildren. She is
also survived by her sisters, Doreen Horner of Kitchener, Anna Mae Schultz of
Orangeville; sisters-in-law, Dorothy Herzog and Cathy Herzog of Kitchener and
many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Anthony (Tony)
Herzog in 1975; son, Bill in 2005; two great-grandchildren, Edward and Joseph Schnarr in 2003; and brothers and
sisters, Leo, John, Ben and Carl Trendle, Laurel Willick and Josephine Sommerville. Claire was a member of Our
Lady of Lourdes RC Church and the Catholic Women's League. She will be remembered by many customers as a
longtime employee of Zehrs. She enjoyed her involvement at the Adult Recreation Centre in Waterloo, love of
gardening and games of euchre and solo with her friends. Friends are invited to share their memories of Claire with
her family at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street South, Waterloo, on Friday, July 13, 2007
(today) from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes RC Church,
Waterloo, on Saturday, July 14, 2007, 10:30 a.m., with Monsignor Vincent Kerr as celebrant. Immediately
following the service, friends and relatives are invited to the Fireside Reception Room of the Erb & Good Family
Funeral Home for refreshments and a time to visit with the family. Interment will follow in Woodland Cemetery,
Kitchener. The Parish Prayer service will be held at the funeral home this evening (Friday) at 8:45 p.m.
Condolences for the family and in lieu of flowers, donations to the Bill Herzog Endowment Fund at KidsAbility
would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or
www.erbgood.com In memory of Claire, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the
funeral home.
CURRAGH, Marian - Passed away peacefully, with her husband by her side, at K-W Health Centre of Grand
River Hospital, on July 10, 2007. Beloved wife of Alex "Lex" Curragh for 58 years. Loving mother of Colin
Curragh and his wife Yvonne of Petrolia and Janet Kitts and her husband Rick of Waterloo. Cherished grandmother
of Eric, Craig, Chelsea and Jonathan. Marian is survived by one sister and one brother in Canada and one sister and
two brothers in N. Ireland. Predeceased by her parents, Matthew and Jean Bennett and by her brother, Jack. Marian
accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as her saviour during special gospel meetings held in Cookstown, N. Ireland in
1938. Marian was received into assembly fellowship in 1941 in Belfast, N. Ireland and continued steadfastly in the
gospel throughout her life. Since moving to Ontario in 1979, Marian has been a faithful member of the Gospel
Halls in Picton, Guelph and Kitchener. The Curragh family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, July 13th
from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Marian's
funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 14, 2007 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment at
Williamsburg Cemetery followed by a reception at the funeral home. As expressions of sympathy, memorial
contributions to the Gospel Trust or the Gideon Bible Society would be appreciated by the family (cards available
at the funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com for Marian's memorial.
DIEMERT Angeline Florence - Of Mildmay, passed away at home, surrounded by her loving family. She went to
be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 11, 2007 at 7:30 a.m. in her 69th year. Beloved wife of Donald. Dear mother
of Daniel and Bonnie of Olds, Alberta, Dale and Jackie of Balzac, Alberta, Dean and Jenn of Mildmay, Dawn
Cheryl and Chuck of Cargill, Darren and Kendra of Mildmay, Duane and Gisele of Mildmay. Fondly remembered
by 17 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Angie is survived by four sisters and five brothers. She was
predeceased by her mother and father, Leo and Gertrude Grubb; one child, Joseph in infancy, three brothers and
one sister. Angie was a member of the CWL, 4-H, Agricultural Society, and was this year's recipient of the
Mildmay Citizen of the Year award. Visitation at the Greg Roberts Funeral Home , Mildmay on Friday from 2-4
and 7-9 p.m. with a vigil service at 8:45 p.m. Funeral mass will be conducted by Father W.T. Sehl in Sacred Heart
Church, Mildmay on Saturday, July 14, 2007 at 11 a.m. Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Mildmay. Donations
may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Kidney Foundation or the Mildmay Medical Clinic as
ISAAC, Wally E. - Peacefully went to be with her Lord, at Fairview Mennonite Home, on Monday, July 9, 2007,
at the age of 86 years. Predeceased by her parents, Peter and Elizabeth (Peters) Isaac, and four brothers and three
sisters. Survived by her lifelong friend, Anne Thiessen and numerous nieces and nephews. Wally retired after many
years of service with the Federal Excise Department and was a faithful member of Kitchener Mennonite Brethren
Church. The family is especially thankful to the staff and doctors of Long Term Care for their loving and concerned
care given to her during her last days. Friends will be received at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home , 621 King St.
W., Kitchener on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services will be held from the Ratz-Bechtel Chapel on Saturday,
July 14 at 11 a.m. with Pastor Vidya Narimalla officiating. Reception to follow in the Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre.
Interment in Woodland Cemetery. Donations may be made to Mennonite Central Committee.
ISABEL DOTZENROTH Nee Totzke 1920 - 2007 Passed away peacefully, at
Sunnyside Home in Kitchener, on Tuesday, July 10, 2007, in her 88th year. Loving
wife of Norman Dotzenroth for 64 years. Devoted mother of Anne Waterman and
her husband Nairn of Toronto, Jane Sullivan and her husband Roy of Kitchener,
and Karen Dotzenroth-Rickert and her husband Bill Rickert of Waterloo. Cherished
grandmother of Stephanie Waterman, Rebecca Sullivan and her husband Jim Bolle,
Andrew Sullivan and his wife Amy, and Jessica Sullivan; great-grandmother of
Lincoln Bolle. Also survived by her brother, Carl Totzke and his wife Joan; sisterin-law, Dorothy Dotzenroth; and brother-in-law, Willard Grein. She will be
lovingly remembered by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents,
Norman and Annie Totzke, and her sister, Myrtle Schulte. Isabel was born in Kitchener on February 7, 1920 and
throughout her life played an active role in the community. She was the former president of the Home and School at
J.F. Carmichael Public School, the K-W Garden Club and the Y.W.C.A. Isabel also served as a member of the K-W
Council of Churches, was a member of the Women's Auxillary of Waterloo Lutheran Seminary and was a chartered
member of St. Stephen Lutheran Church, where she was president of the women's group and the first woman to be
a member of the church council. Sincere appreciation to the staff of Woodside section of Sunnyside Home for the
exceptional care Isabel received. Friends were invited to share their memories of Isabel with her family during
visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo, on Thursday, July 12, 2007 from
2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Isabel's life and faith will be held at St. Stephen Lutheran Church,
248 Highland Rd. E., Kitchener on Friday, July 13, 2007 (today) at 11 a.m., the Rev. Bill Shafer officiating.
Reception will follow the service in the Fellowship Hall. Following the reception, interment in St. Peter's Lutheran
Cemetery, Kitchener. Condolences for the family and donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or a
charity of your choice may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com. In living
memory of Isabel, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
JAMES K. LUFT 1959 - 2007 Jim, Jake the Snake, Jake Love was born March 24, 1959, and passed away
peacefully at home, on July 10, 2007. Lovingly remembered by his partner, Cindy Presley and good friends, David,
Connie, Amanda and Steve. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard; his father, Kenneth and his mother,
Audrey. He is survived by his brothers, Robert (Debbie), David (Susan), Dennis (Cindy); nephews, Glenn and
Ryan; nieces, Stacey (Chris) and Ashley. A Memorial Visitation will be held at the Erb & Good Family Funeral
Home , 171 King Street South in Waterloo, on Friday, July 13th at 3 p.m. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations
to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be
arranged by contacting the funeral home at 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of Jim, a tree
JOHN MEDERAK 1932 - 2007 With great sadness we announce the passing of John Mederak, after a very
courageous twelve year battle against cancer. John passed peacefully with love, surrounded by his family. John is
the last member of his family of eight siblings. Pre-deceased by his beautiful twin girls in infancy. He will be
missed and always remembered by his wife of 53 years, Mary (nee Golka). John left a lasting legacy personified in
his seven surviving children, eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Tony and his wife Lillian and their
family, Paul and his children Calvin and Kayla, Mary Ann, Victoria and Leo Timmer and their children Michael,
Miriam and Naomi, Mark and Elaine and their children Jason and his wife Jenn, Lynne and her daughter Kaylee,
Stephanie and her partner John Griffiths and Christopher and his wife Kathy and their son James. Dad had big
hands and a big heart. Our family also loves and acknowledges our dear friend, Del Bishop and Mary's sisters,
Carmel, Virginia and Ann for their support and continued love. Friends and relatives are welcome to join us at the
Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St. Kitchener 519-749-8467 on Friday, July 13th from 3 p.m. until
the time of John's funeral service in the funeral home chapel at 5 p.m. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers,
memorial donations to the G.R.R.C.C. 'Pain Pump' would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the
funeral home). We deeply thank the Care Partners Nurses, all the staff of Grand River Cancer Centre and Dr.
Carolyn Campbell, Dr. Ivan Jagas and Dr. David Macdonald from the London Health Sciences Centre and also the
nurses and staff of Acute Care, Grand River Hospital. Visit www.henrywalser.com for John's memorial.
METZGER, Abram - Peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 10, 2007, at Freeport Health
Centre of Grand River Hospital. Abram Metzger in his 96th year, of Elmira formerly of Wellesley Township.
Beloved husband of the late Magdalena (Wideman) Metzger (1992). Dear father of John and Florence of RR 1,
Wellesley, Clayton and Alice of RR 4, Elmira, Marie and Sam Gerber of RR 1, Fort Frances. Lovingly remembered
by his seven grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Brother of Lydian Kappes of St. Jacobs. Predeceased by his
parents, John and Susannah (Hoffman) Metzger, ten brothers, one sister and one daughter in infancy. The family
will receive their friends and relatives at the Dreisinger Funeral Home , Elmira on Friday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9
p.m. At noon on Saturday, July 14, 2007 transfer will be made to Countryside Mennonite Fellowship, Hawkesville
for funeral service at 2 p.m. followed by interment in Hillside Cemetery. In his memory, donations to Mennonite
Central Committee would be appreciated by the family as expressions of sympathy. The family wishes to extend
their sincere appreciation to the staff at Chateau Gardens Assisted Living and Freeport Health Centre for the care
and compassion shown to our father.
O'KANE, Maura - Peacefully, at home, Tuesday, July 10, 2007, Maura O'Kane of RR 1, Grand Bend, formerly of
Waterloo, age 67. Beloved wife of Patrick "Paddy" O'Kane. Loved mother of Colette and Scott Schneider, Stephen
and Lisa O'Kane, all of Kitchener, Rory O'Kane, Kristine and Wade Bauman, all of Waterloo. She will be sorely
missed by her grandchildren, brothers and sisters and their families in Ireland, England and Holland, as well as
extended family in Canada. Predeceased by her parents, Jack and Nora (Flanagan) Kane and infant granddaughter,
Courtney Lauren Bauman. A Memorial Mass will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary RC Church, Ontario St. S.,
Grand Bend, Friday, July 13, 2007 at 10 a.m. The Rev. Father Ray Lawhead Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorial
donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated. T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home
Dashwood entrusted with arrangements. Condolences at: www.hoffmanfuneralhome.com
PAUL (PAVAO) VICKOVICH 1933 - 2007 With great sadness, Paul's family wishes to announce his sudden
passing at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, on Wednesday July 11, 2007, age 73. Companion of Zaga
of 35 years. Much loved father of Oliver and Olivia. Abuelo (Grandpa) of Maya. Brother of Steve (Rada).
Predeceased by his parents, Stana and Bosko, and by his brother, Lazar. Friends are invited to share their memories
of Paul with his family during visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street South,
Waterloo, on Saturday July 14, 2007 from 11 - 2 p.m., with the funeral service to follow in the funeral home chapel
at 2 p.m. Interment in Parkview Cemetery. Condolences for the family and donations to the Heart and Stroke
Foundation of Ontario may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com. In living
memory of Paul, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
RAE, Murray - At Saugeen Valley Nursing Centre, Mount Forest, on Tuesday, July 10, 2007. Murray Elmer Rae
of Mount Forest, in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Elfreda "Ellie" (Klein) Rae. loved father of Peter Rae and
Marlene Stern of Winnipeg, Jane Diebold and husband Don of Kitchener and Paul Rae of Kelowna, B.C. Loving
grandfather of Robyn Diebold and Jessica Forbes. Dear brother of Floyd Rae and wife Anna of Mount Forest.
Predeceased by parents, Edward and Gertrude Rae and sister, Vivian Schwalm. Friends may call at the Hendrick
Funeral Home , Mount Forest on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the funeral
home chapel on Friday, July 13 at 1 p.m. Interment at Mount Forest Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Louise
Marshall Hospital would be appreciated by the family. On line condolences may be made at
www.hendrickfuneralhome.com
RESCH, John - Surrounded by his loving family, passed away on Tuesday, July 10, 2007, at K-W Health Centre
of Grand River Hospital, in his 83rd year. Loving husband of Elisabeth (nee Buchholz) for 59 years. Father of John
(Georgiana), Adam and Henry. Grandfather of Edward, Sara, Barbara, Christopher, Jeremy, and Tonya. Cherished
great-grandfather of Ariel and Kelseyann. Predeceased by his parents, Johann and Anna Marie; parents-in-law,
Johann and Elizabeth and sisters, Margaret and Anna Marie. John loved life and lived how he wanted. John's family
will receive relatives and friends on Friday, July 13, 2007 at Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St.,
Kitchener, 519-749-8467, from 1-2:20pm. A Memorial service to celebrate John's life will take place in the chapel
of the funeral home at 2:30pm. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Kidney Foundation or the Heart and
Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit
www.henrywalser.com for John's memorial.
RUTH ELINOR PAAPE 1913 - 2007 Passed away, on July 8, 2007 at the age of
93 years. Cherished wife of the late Charles William Paape (1999). Loving mother
of Charles William, Cecelia Ruth, John Conrad and David Allen and her daughtersin-law, Hue and Susan. She derived much joy from her seven grandchildren and
most recently, her first great-grandchild. She was born in Narsingpur, India, the
daughter of American missionaries. Most of her childhood was spent in India,
including many formative years at "The Woodstock School," an English school of
mixed foreign and Indian students, in sight of Mount Everest. When she returned to
the States she had a high school diploma and an advanced degree in piano from the
Royal Conservancy of Music-London. She taught music professionally and actively
volunteered in the health system (Freeport Hospital), The Canadian Federation of University Women and her
church, the First Unitarian Congregation of Waterloo. She actively worked for scholarship programs with both
CFUW and WLU. In a number of organizations, she participated in a number of interest groups. Her sense of
whimsy is illustrated by her pride at belonging to CFUW's "Monday Night Book Group which meets on
Wednesday afternoon." That and her recorder (small baroque musical instruments) group were activities she
enjoyed thoroughly. She developed a love of gardening, with particular interest in wild flowers. Even after she
moved out of the family home into the Waterloo Heights Retirement Apartments she remained involved by
volunteering to help out with the gardening on the grounds. This and volunteering to work with the plants at
Freeport Hospital, kept her hands in the earth, right to the end. Friends are invited to share their memories of Ruth
with her family at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South in Waterloo on Saturday, July
14, 2007 from 7-9 p.m. Visitation will continue on Sunday, July 15, from 12 noon to 12:45 p.m. The funeral service
to celebrate Ruth's life will follow in the Funeral Home Chapel at 1 p.m. Following the service, friends are invited
to join the family in the funeral home's Fireside Reception Room for refreshments and a time to visit. Condolences
for the family and donations to The CFUW K-W Charitable Fund, a source of scholarships and bursaries for
exceptional students, can be arranged through the funeral home - 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living
memory of Ruth, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
SANTER, Malcolm - Of Cambridge, on Sunday, July 8, 2007 at Cambridge Memorial Hospital, in his 75th year.
Beloved husband of Betty (nee Woods). Dear brother of Graham Santer of Liverpool, England and Sybil Baum of
Edinburgh, Scotland. Survived by eight nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Jack and Miriam Santer.
Mr. Santer was a Pharmacist/Chemist and traveled and toured the world. He was a Veteran of the British Army, a
member of the Masons, the Preston/Hespeler Probus Club and the Rotary Club of the Bahamas where he received a
service award. At Malcolm's request cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral home visitation or service.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation or the charity of your
choice would be appreciated. Tributes may be made online at www.mem.com Arrangements entrusted to the
Barthel Funeral Home , Cambridge, 519-653-3251.
SENISCAL, Fred - Peacefully, on Wednesday, July 4, 2007, at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital,
Kitchener. Fred resided at Morningside Village, New Hamburg. Fred was formerly of Scarborough, where he was
born 87 years ago, a son of the late Fred and Edith (Falkner) Seniscal. Fred had been a member of Victoria Park
United Church, Scarborough. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Bernice (Mintern) Seniscal, who predeceased
him May 29, 1996. Lovingly remembered by son, Craig Seniscal of New Hamburg and daughter, Caryn Seniscal of
Vancouver. Fred was predeceased by brothers, Robert and his wife Mollie, and Stan. Cremation has taken place.
Friends are invited to a Memorial Service to be held at Mark Jutzi Funeral Home , 291 Huron St., New Hamburg
on Saturday, July 14, 2007 at 3:30 p.m. with Pastor Elaine Graham officiating. As expressions of sympathy,
donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
TAYLOR (Cochrane) Mary H. - Peacefully, at Parklane Terrace, on Wednesday, July 11, 2007, formerly of Ayr;
in her 102nd year. Mary was a longtime member of the Ayr Horticultural Society and was an avid gardener.
Beloved wife of the late William Taylor (1971) and Robert Cochrane (1967); loved mother of Norma Robb (Roger)
of Woodstock, Thelma Hopf (Robert) of Ayr, Donna Johnstone (William) of Cambridge, James Cochrane (Marg)
of Richwood, Barbara Jonas (Roland) of Cambridge, Vera Balkwill (Larry) of Drumbo and Gerald Cochrane (Rita)
of Princeton; loved grandmother of 24 grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by daughter, Roberta Lee; a grandson, Marshall; a
sister, Doris and brother, Harry. Friends will be received at the Ayr Chapel, Wm. Kipp Funeral Home , 183
Northumberland Street, Ayr, on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where funeral service will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m.
Reverend Eloi Gunn officiating. Interment Ayr Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke
Foundation of Ontario, Canadian Diabetes Association, or Cystic Fibrosis Foundation would be appreciated. Online
condolences or donations may be arranged through www.wmkippfuneralhome.com or by contacting Wm. Kipp
519-442-3061.
WOOD, Norman Arthur - Passed away, Wednesday, July 11, 2007, in his 86th year, when a stroke stopped him
in his tracks. Norm is survived by his wife, Mary Elva Wood (nee Fisher) and predeceased by his first wife,
Barbara Lillian (nee Beecraft) Wood. He has left a huge hole in the lives of his daughters, Susan Wood (Harold
White) of Kitchener and Wendy Hunt (Tom) of Bobcaygeon. Grandpa will be sadly missed by his four
grandchildren, Stephanie Oliver (Mike), Stephen Scholten, Trevor Hunt (Melanie) of Guelph and Kevin Hunt of
Orangeville. Great-grandpa also leaves seven great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. He is survived by
his brother, Herbert (Bert) Wood and his wife Dora of B.C. and is predeceased by his sister, Ellen Hodgkiss.
Norman was a 35 year veteran of the Guelph Police Force and a 10 year veteran of the bench as Justice of Peace for
Ontario. Friends will be received at the Wall-Custance Funeral Home & Chapel , 206 Norfolk St., Guelph, one
hour prior to the Memorial Service which will be held, in the funeral home chapel, Friday, July 13, 2007, at 2 p.m.
(Reception to follow in the Wall-Custance Family Reception Centre). Private Family Interment. Memorial
contributions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 204-21 Surrey St. W., Guelph N1H 3R3 would be
appreciated. A tree will be planted in memory of Norman A. Wood in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest,
University of Guelph, Arboretum. Dedication service Sunday, September 23, 2007, at 2:30 p.m.
(www.wallcustance.com)
HELEN OLIVA LAUTENSCHLAGER (nee Seyler) Passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2007 at K-W Health
Centre of Grand River Hospital, Kitchener, in her 87th year. Helen Seyler, born in Phillipsburg, Ontario and former
resident of Kitchener and Elmira, was the beloved wife of 64 years of Lloyd A. Lautenschlager. Dearly loved
mother of Larry and wife Carol of Elmira, Judy Mundell and husband John of Orillia. Cherished grandmother of
Jennifer (Jeff) Beisel, Jeffery (Penny) and Gregory (Adrienne) Lautenschlager, Erin (Jeremy) Carpenter, Andrew
and Matthew Mundell and great-grandmother of Rebecca and Tyson Lautenschlager, Kayla and Courtney Beisel.
Dear sister of Hilda Hohl (Elmer predeceased) of Kitchener and Wilfred Seyler and wife Rita of Wellesley. Aunt
Helen will also be lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brother, Edgar and
his wife Catherine. Mrs. Lautenschlager was a long-time and faithful member of Holy Cross Lutheran in Kitchener
and the Historical Automobile Society of Canada. Friends are invited to share their memories of Helen with her
family at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street South, Waterloo, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
Sunday. The funeral service to celebrate Helen's life and faith will be held at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 322 East
Ave. Kitchener, on Monday, July 16, 2007 at 1 pm. Interment at Emmanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Petersburg.
Condolences for the family and donations to Holy Cross Lutheran Church Building Fund or the Lutheran Hour
would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through the funeral home, 519.745.8445 or
www.erbgood.com In memory of Helen, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the
funeral home.
NEEDHAM, Eileen (nee Howarth) - Of RR 1, Kincardine and formerly of Kitchener at her residence on
Thursday, July 12, 2007 in her 64th year. Beloved wife of Roland Needham. Dear mother of Chris (Ann) Needham
of Drumbo, Jayne Barwell (Victor Malangyaon) of Kitchener, John Needham (Faye Batista) of Cambridge and
Matt Needham (Crystal Newman) of Kincardine. Loving grandmother of Remington, Dillon, Jessica and Leyna.
Predeceased by her parents, John and Irene Howarth and her step-mother, Gladys Howarth. Visitation will be held
at Davey-Linklater Funeral Home , 757 Princes St., Kincardine, ON N2Z 1Z5 (519) 396-2701 on Saturday, July
14, 2007 from 12 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 2 p.m. Interment, Kincardine Cemetery. Memorial
donations to the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation or V.O.N. Grey-Bruce would be appreciated
as expressions of sympathy. Portrait and memorial online at www.daveylinklaterfuneralhome.com
PRANGE, John (Jack) - Passed away peacefully, at Montreal Jewish Hospital, on July 10, 2007, in his 78th year.
Predeceased by a brother, Fred and a sister, Grace Schmidt. Survived by a sister, Ruth Krall and a brother, Ross.
Loving husband of Dela; father of daughters, Linda and Judy and sons, Michael and Gregory. A memorial service
will take place at the Lutheran church in Montreal on July 14, 2007. Cremation and burial have been arranged by
the family.
SIMPSON, Adele Velma - Passed away peacefully on Monday July 9, 2007, at her home, in her 82nd year.
Beloved wife of the late Donald Simpson (1992). Loving mother of John (Linda), Rick (Diane) of Cambridge, Pat
(Andy) Santoloce of Claremont, Don (Judy) of Canning. Lovingly remembered by her sister-in-law, Helen
Simpson. Predeceased by sister, Eileen Huber. Grandmother to Chrissy, Sandy, Dan, Matt, Amy, Sarah, Jamie and
Jade. Great-grandmother to Tajay, Brennen, Kenzy and Riley. Private funeral service took place on Thursday July
12, 2007 at Little's Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, Cambridge (519 623-1290). Expressions of sympathy
to the Alzheimer Society or charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
STRUTHERS, Jean Laurie (nee Bowley) - Peacefully, and with characteristic grace, in her 88th year, following a
15-day illness, on July 4, 2007, at University Hospital in London, Ont. Born October 6, 1919 in Adelaide
Township, Middlesex County; third of four children of Walter and Eva Bowley. Graduate of Strathroy Collegiate
Institute and of Westervelt College in London. Lived vibrantly, generously, kindly, affectionately. Loving wife for
nearly 50 years of Jack Struthers of London (d. 1991) and, later, loving partner for over 11 years of William Bowie
of Grand Bend (d. 2006). Predeceased, too, by her elder sister, Mary Bowley; her older sister, Anne Kemp; her
younger brother, Walter Bowley, and by other friends, among them, her older sister's husband, Jim Kemp, Fred and
Jean Hammerton, and Win Schell. Loving mother of Dr. J.R. (Tim) Struthers and ever-appreciative friend of his
wife, Dr. Marianne Micros, both professors of English at The University of Guelph. Loving and especially proud
grandmother of their daughters, Eleni Kapetanios and Joy Struthers, and fond friend of their respective partners,
Dan Bortollon and Rob Stefanyk, all of Guelph. Loving aunt of Penn Kemp, of Jamie Kemp, of Frank, Marc, Joel,
and Luke Bowley. Mentor and friend to many others. Herself now repeating, as her mother had said to her, "I will
always be with you." And she will. All those around her being reassured, made finer, made resplendent, by her
presence. Individuals are invited to remember Jean in their own personal ways, by continuing to be their own
special selves. Cards, words, remembrances may be sent to The Struthers Family, 75 James St. West, Guelph, Ont.,
N1G 1E5. Any financial donations may be directed to the organization of each person's choice or to London Health
Sciences Foundation, Critical Care / Intensive Care Unit, 747 Baseline Rd. East, London, Ont., N6C 2R6. Heartfelt
thanks are extended to the good souls already named, particularly Penn Kemp, along with Jean's very special friend,
Ursula Weinhardt; Jean's caregivers, Cheryl Gocan and Sylvia Reed; her doctor, Keith Ferguson; the staff in the
Intensive Care Unit of University Hospital, and those other relatives and friends of Jean's and her family's who
shared, appreciated, returned Jean's love and delight and dignity, who strive to keep these qualities alive.
BECHTEL, Mary (Horst) - Passed away suddenly, at Fairview Mennonite Home, as a result of a heart attack on
Friday, July 13, 2007, in her 85th year. Loving wife of Orville Bechtel for 55 years. Devoted mother to Dennis
Bechtel, Janice Schultz (Bruce) of Cambridge, Murray Bechtel (Debbie Howe) of Waterloo, and Connie Anthony
(Mel) of Richmond, B.C. Survived by her sisters, Selina of St. Jacobs, Lena Nafziger (Ken) of Elora and brother,
Nelson Horst of St. Jacobs. Grandmother to Dennis, Tammie, Mary, Michael, A.J., Linsey, Beau, Catlin, Heather,
Joel and Meghan; great-grandmother to Clayton, Jonny, Jessica, Courtney, Nicki, Sierra, James, Alanah, and
Brayden. Predeceased by her parents, John L. and Mary (Frey) Horst and sister, Hettie Shoemaker, and brothers,
Tilman, Cleason, Martin and Levi. There will be viewing for Mary at Fairview Mennonite Home, 515 Langs Drive,
Cambridge on Sunday, July 15 from 2-5 p.m. in the auditorium, and a funeral service on Monday, July 16 at 2 p.m.
at Wanner Mennonite Church, 1725 Beaverdale Road. Reverend Don Penner will officiate, with assistance by Paul
Martin. Arrangements have been entrusted to Lounsbury Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be
extended to Mennonite Central Committee, or to Fairview Mennonite Home. Condolences/donations/directions
www.lounsburyfuneralhome.com 519-658-9366
BUCHANAN, John Alonzo - After a courageous battle with cancer, the death occurred at his home, in Head of
Montague, P.E.I. on Thursday, July 12, 2007 of John Alonzo Buchanan. Age 77. Beloved husband of Eva (Marot)
Buchanan (born in Yugoslavia). Dear step-father to Frank (Debbie) Lenzi, Cambridge, On. and Angel (Michael)
Langmuir, Toronto, On. Loving grandfather to Nicole and Briana Lenzi and Stephen and Alexandra Langmuir.
Survived by sisters, Willa (Rod) Dobson, Orillia, On. and Louise (Alex) Langille, Cariboo, N.S. and by his brother,
Freeman (Mary), Port Hood, N.S. and by sister-in-law Alena Buchanan, Upper Mantague. Beloved uncle to
numerous nephews and nieces and good friend of Bill W. for 38 years. Predeceased by parents Murdock and Lila
Jane (Reynolds) Buchanan and by his older brother, Gordon. Resting at Southern Kings and Queens Funeral
Home , Murray River for visitation on Saturday, July 14, 2007 (today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service on
Sunday, July 15 at 2 p.m. at Hillcrest United Church, Montague. Interment in Valleyfield Cemetery. Donations
gratefully accepted to Saint Andrew's Lodge #13 Children's Auction. Saint Andrews Lodge #13 will hold a
Masonic Service on Saturday, July 14 at 9 p.m. All brothers are asked to attend. www.peifuneralcoops.com.
Condolences can be sent by email to: [email protected]
CONNOLLY, Annie - Passed away peacefully, at Golden Years Nursing Home,
on Friday, July 13, 2007, at the age of 91. Beloved wife of Reg Connolly. Loving
mother of John Culshaw and his wife Irene of Cambridge. Dear grandmother of
Cathy and great grandmother of Lisa, Ratchell, Justin; all of Sarnia and great-greatgrandmother of Grace and Braiden. Survived by sister, Rose of England.
Predeceased by her son Michael. Annie was born in England and lived in
Cambridge for 60 years. The family would like to offer a special thank you to the
caring staff at Golden Years. Cremation will take place and a private family service
will be held. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the
Canadian Cancer Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, through the
funeral home. Corbett Funeral Home (519) 740-0669.
COOPER, Lois Maxeen - Peacefully, at Caressant Care Nursing Home, Arthur, on Friday, July 13, 2007, in her
90th year. Beloved wife and best friend for 59 1/2 years of Jim Cooper of Arthur. Loving mother of Katherin Peters
of Arthur, Paul and Margaret Cooper of Elmira, Bill and Barbara Cooper of Winnipeg, Man., Alma Marie and
Bernard Rathwell of Guelph and daughter-in-law, Joan Cardy of Cambridge. Survived by brother, Ronald and Gail
Wilson of Mount Forest. Dear grandma of many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Predeceased by sons, James Jr. and
Wilfred; son-in-law Charles Peters; grandson, Stephen; brother Kenneth and sister-in-law, Marj Wilson. The family
will receive friends at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Arthur on Sunday, July 15, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
The funeral service will be held on Monday, July 16, 2007 from St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Arthur at 11
a.m. Interment at Greenfield Cemetery, Arthur to follow. Remembrances to St. Andrews Presbyterian Church,
Arthur would be greatly appreciated by the family. Crawford Funeral Home, (519) 848-6872
DENYES, Joyce (nee Cutler) - It is with heavy hearts and unbelievable sadness that we announce the loss of Joy
Denyes, on July 12, 2007, at the age of 81 years. Her untimely passing has left her family with an emptiness that
will never be filled. Douglas, her adored husband of 61 years, her much loved children, Cheryl Condello (Larry),
Rick (Julie), Steven, the late Chris Johnston (Dave), her very special grandchildren, Christopher, Kevin, Amanda,
Tim, Dan, Becky, Caleb, Jacob, Tyler, Chad, Samantha and Elizabeth, her loving sister-in-law, Doreen
McKerracher; niece, Nancy and nephews Rob and Jim, will forever miss her beautiful smile, her kindness, her
optimism, the way she always saw the best in everyone and every situation and her unwavering love for us all. In
1946 Joy left her home and family to cross "the pond" as a war bride, to be re-united with her husband Doug for a
new life - what followed was 61 years of love, laughter and happiness. Special thanks to RNs Lisa, Marvellis, Irene
and HCA Carrie on Ward E3 at the Henderson Hospital, for the extra care and genuine fondness they showed
toward Joy and all of her family. She's the best part of us and we will miss her every single day. Family and friends
will be received at Cresmount Funeral Home, Fennell Chapel, 322 Fennell Avenue East, Hamilton (905-3872111), on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel on Monday at 3 p.m. Cremation
to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of choice would be appreciated. Tributes and condolences can
be made to www.mem.com.
Douglas Kelly Cameron 1916 - 2007 Passed away at The Village of Winston Park, Kitchener, on Friday July 13,
2007 in his 92nd year. He was a Veteran of the Second World War. Douglas was the co-owner of Campbell and
Cameron Auto Dealership in Montreal. Beloved husband of Blanche Cameron for 65 years. Devoted father of
Janice M. (Art) Armstrong. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, Angela (Dan) and Cindy (John) and his
great-grandchildren, Jacqueline, Alexandra and Madeleine. In keeping with Doug's wishes, cremation has taken
place and a private family interment will be held. Condolences for the family and memorial donations to the
Canadian Cancer Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation and may be arranged through the Erb & Good Family
Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com. In living memory of Doug, a tree
FLAVELLE, Grace Lindsay "Daidy" (nee Alcorn) - It is with profound sadness
that the girls announce their Mother's passing in Galt Ontario on July 12, 2007.
Daidy was born October 3, 1918 in Toronto. She spent her early years in Toronto
and Quebec and attended school in Rothesay, New Brunswick at Netherwood.
During the Second World War she proudly served in the Women's Royal Canadian
Naval Service (WRENS). At the end of the war she met and married the love other
life, James Flavelle and moved to Galt, Ontario. Her commitment to family, faith
and friends was constantly demonstrated in her devotion to her parents, brother,
husband, daughters and grandchildren, to Trinity Anglican Church and her many
wonderful friendships in her community and beyond. Daidy worked tirelessly as a
volunteer and eventually as Patient Services Co-ordinator at Cambridge Memorial Hospital. Her strength of
character, love of laughter and extraordinary loyalty and integrity found her surrounded by the warmth of those she
touched. She will be sorely missed. Predeceased by her husband James, (October 1969); her parents, Doris and
Harold Alcorn; her brother, Douglas H. Alcorn and her sons-in-law, Paul D. Schram and Rufus L. Savage. She is
survived by her three daughters, Martha Flavelle-Schram, Lindsay (Jamie Richards), Sheila Savage and her
grandchildren, Kimberley (Robert Delius) of England and Jay Richards of Toronto. A private family service and
interment has taken place at Trinity Anglican Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, September
27, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Trinity Anglican Church, Galt (Cambridge) Ontario. Sincere gratitude is extended to the
exceptional staff at The Hanning House where Daidy received the very best in loving care. Please, in lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to the Cambridge and North Dumfries Community Foundation directed to the
Endowed James Flavelle Fund or Trinity Anglican Church Galt Ontario by contacting Little's Funeral Home &
Cremation Centre, Cambridge, (519)623-1290.
GEFFROS, John David - Born in Kitchener on September 16, 1956 and died in
Waterloo on July 12, 2007. Beloved son of Catherine (nee Hinsperger) and the late
Eugene Geffros (1985). Loving brother of James and his wife Paulette of Oakville,
Michael and his wife Cora of Port Huron, Michigan and Mary and her husband
Norm Emptage of Kitchener. He will be fondly remembered by his nine nieces and
nephews. Predeceased by his brother, William (2005). John was a former owner of
Records On Wheels in Cambridge, then worked at Kool FM as a sales employee.
He was a life time sports fan with a particular passion for golf. He was actively
involved with A.A. where he was a member and sponsor. The Geffros family will
receive relatives and friends on Thursday, July 19, 2007 at St. Mary's RC Church
for John's Memorial Mass at 10 a.m.. Cremation has taken place. As expressions of
sympathy, donations to St. Mary's Church Building Fund would be appreciated by the family. Cards will be
available at the Church before the funeral or at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Visit
www.henrywalser.com for John's memorial. "In Heaven, every shot is a hole-in-one!"
HELEN OLIVA LAUTENSCHLAGER (nee Seyler) Passed away on Thursday,
July 12, 2007, at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, Kitchener, in her
87th year. Helen Seyler, born in Phillipsburg, Ontario and former resident of
Kitchener and Elmira, was the beloved wife of 64 years of Lloyd A.
Lautenschlager. Dearly loved mother of Larry and wife Carole of Elmira, Judy
Mundell and husband John of Orillia. Cherished grandmother of Jennifer (Jeff)
Beisel, Jeffery (Penny) and Gregory (Adrienne ) Lautenschlager, Erin (Jeremy) Carpenter, Andrew and Matthew
Mundell, and great grandmother of Rebecca and Tyson Lautenschlager, Kayla and Courtney Beisel. Dear sister of
Hilda Hohl (Elmer predeceased) of Kitchener and Wilfred Seyler and wife Rita of Wellesley. Aunt Helen will also
be lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brother Edgar and his wife
Catherine. Mrs. Lautenschlager was a longtime and faithful member of Holy Cross Lutheran in Kitchener and the
Historical Automobile Society of Canada. Friends are invited to share their memories of Helen with her family at
the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo, from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm Sunday. The
funeral service to celebrate Helen's life and faith will be held at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 322 East Ave.
Kitchener, on Monday, July 16th, 2007 at 1 pm. Interment at Emmanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Petersburg.
Condolences for the family and donations to Holy Cross Lutheran Church Building Fund or the Lutheran Hour
would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through the funeral home, 519.745.8445 or
www.erbgood.com In memory of Helen, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the
funeral home.
IVAN RUFUS TAYLOR 1921 - 2007 Passed away peacefully at KW Health Centre of the Grand River Hospital
on Friday July 13, 2007. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy (Rader). Dear father of Ray of Waterloo, Keith and
his wife Dale (Davidson) of London and Marlene and her companion Tom (Houghton) of Kitchener. Loving
grandfather of Amanda and Scott Taylor. He will also be remembered by his sister Verna Gibbings of Clinton as
well as many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his infant grandson Cameron as well as 4 brothers and 2 sisters.
Ivan was a longtime member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Waterloo where he served in various roles. He was
an active member of the Forest Hill Seniors Club. The complete funeral arrangements will be published in
Monday's edition of the Record or may be obtained by contacting the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171
King Street South, Waterloo - 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com
JOSEPH ROTH 1937 - 2007 At St. Mary's Hospital on Sunday July 8, 2007, in his 70th year. Predeceased by his
loving wife, Nancy (nee Steinmann - 2003), parents, Salome and Emmanuel and by his brothers, Clayton and
Arthur. Arrangements are entrusted to the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street South, Waterloo.
A private family funeral service has taken place. Interment in Williamsburg Cemetery. Condolences for the family
and donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and may be arranged
through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of Joseph, a tree will be planted
through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
LYDIA FRIESEN 1914-2007 Passed away, peacefully, at Vineland United Mennonite Home, Vineland, on
Thursday, July 12, 2007, Lydia Friesen, formerly of Fairmount Rd. Kitchener, in her 94th year. Lydia was born in
Nikolayevka, Ukraine on April 11, 1914, a daughter of the late Abraham and Katharina (Bergen) Friesen. Lydia
was a member of W-K United Mennonite Church, Waterloo, and worked for many years at Budd's Department
Store, Kitchener. She is survived by a brother-in-law, Erich Krause. Lydia was the last surviving member of her
family. She was predeceased by her parents, two brothers, Abram in childhood, and Jacob; five sisters, Tina, Maria
Karnot, Louise, Margaret Schiel, and Anna Krause, and brothers-in-law, George Schiel and Alex Karnot. Friends
are invited to share their memories of Lydia at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo
on Monday, July 16, 2007 from 2 p.m. until 2:45 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate her life and faith will be held
in the chapel at 3 p.m. with Rev. Nancy Brubaker officiating. A reception will immediately follow in the Historic
Kuntz House of the funeral home. Interment in Mount Hope Cemetery, Kitchener. Special thanks to the nurses and
staff at Vineland United Home for their compassionate care and concern. Donations to the W-K United Mennonite
Church Memorial Fund may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com. In living
memory of Lydia, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
MIXER, Virginia E. - Virginia passed away July 13, 2007 at St. Mary's Hospital in Kitchener at the age of 93. She
was the daughter of Herman and Marguerite Brown. Virginia was born in Auburn, Indiana, U.S.A. and was the last
living member of her family. She was predeceased by her parents; brothers, Bernard, Donald, Richard and her
sister, Kathryn Garnes. Virginia married in 1940 to her college sweetheart and moved to Canada in 1941. Her
husband Canon Chester C.W. Mixer was the rector of Church of St. John the Evangelist (Anglican) in Kitchener
from 1949 until his death in 1961. The family continued to live in Kitchener and Virginia was able to live in her
own home until 2006, when she moved into Lanark Place in Kitchener. She started working at the University of
Waterloo in 1961 in the Arts Library initially and then eventually becoming the head of circulation in the
Engineering Library. She retired in 1979. During her life, Virginia enjoyed basketball, golf, bridge and many
activities associated with her involvement at St. Johns. She spent many wonderful summers at her cottage in Port
Elgin. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Sjoquist (Charles) of Queenston, Maryland, John (Lynne) of
Cambridge, Michael (Barb) of Guelph and her grandchildren, Megan (Gregg) of Seattle, Jane and Jennifer Mixer
and Stephen and Rachel Mixer. She will be missed by the family but never forgotten. Memorial Services will be
held at St. John the Evangelist at the corner of Duke and Water Streets, Tuesday, July 17, 2007 at 11 a.m. Neil
Carver, former rector of St. Johns, will participate in the service. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. John the
Evangelist and Amnesty International would be appreciated. Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home may be contacted for
further details. 519-745-9495.
MURAWSKY, Frank - (Retired History Teacher) Peacefully in Ottawa on Thursday July 12, 2007 in his 79th
year. Frank Murawsky, beloved son of the late Martin Murawsky and Grace Koy. Dear brother of Jim (Karen) of
Ottawa and William (Eugenie) of Toronto. Predeceased by his brother Gerald (Rosemary). Proud uncle to
Christopher, Timothy, Patrick, Gregory, John, Peter, Darren, Susan, Michael and Colleen. Friends may pay their
respects to the family at the Whelan Funeral Home, 515 Cooper St., Ottawa on Sunday from 6 to 9 p.m. Mass of
Christian Funeral to St John the Apostle Church on Monday July 16, 2007 at 11 a.m. Interment Notre Dame
Cemetery, Ottawa. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Whelan Funeral Home, to leave a message of sympathy
please email [email protected]
PAQUIN, Claude Joseph - Quietly, after a lengthy illness surrounded by the love of his family at Columbia Forest
Long Term Care Centre on Friday July 13, 2007 in his 82nd year. Sadly missed by his children, Nikki Paquin,
Claire Hargest and her husband John, Rick Paquin and his wife Sherri and Michele McLaughlin and her husband
Tom. He leaves behind his many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; his sister, Therese Guilbault and his son-inlaw, Lorne. Predeceased by his loving wife Charlotte of fifty years; his son, Roger Paquin and his daughter, Fran
Danford. Claude was a dedicated member of the Walkerton Knights of Columbus, served as a Grand Knight,
President of the Tiverton Lions Club and a retired employee of Ontario Hydro. Claude was a loving dedicated
father and friend who adored his children and grandchildren. He was a very kind and compassionate man who will
be missed by all who knew him. At the request of the family a private family service and burial will be held. As
expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society and can be arranged by calling David
MacLeod Funeral Home (519-888-7700). The family would like to take this opportunity to thank the staff of
Columbia Forest Long Term Care Centre for the exceptional care they gave to Dad while he was with them. We'd
like to thank our friends for their support and many well wishes during this difficult time. We take solitude in
knowing that our Dad is in the loving arms of our Lord.
PARKER - The death occurred suddenly, at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Charlottetown, P.E.I. as the result of a
motor vehicle accident on Tuesday, July 10 of Theresa Elizabeth Winslow-Parker (nee Arsenault) of Summerside
and formerly of Waterloo, Ont., aged 76 years. Theresa was born on June 20, 1931 in Summerside, P.E.I. to her
parents, the late Joseph A. and Josephine (nee Richards) Arsenault. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Winslow.
Loving mother of Bob Winslow of Kitchener, On., Arthur (Sheri) Winslow of Waterloo, On. and Randy (Deane)
Winslow of Waterloo, On. . Also lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Nichole, Samantha, Jayme, Geoff and
Katie. Survived by her sisters, Elaine Scanlan of West Brookfield, Mass. U.S.A. and Joyce (Norman) Quinn of
Miscouche, P.E.I.. Besides her husband and her parents, Theresa was predeceased by her sister, Janet Greene and
also her sister, Diana Cunningham at the time of her death. Resting at the East Prince Funeral Home , 245 Pope
Rd., Summerside until Monday, July 16 for a funeral service in the funeral home chapel at 11 a.m., Visiting hours
on Sunday evening only 7 - 9 p.m. Interment to take place in St. Paul’s Cemetery, Summerside. Memorial
donations in Theresa's memory to Prince County Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements
entrusted to the East Prince Funeral Home, Summerside. www.peifuneralcoops.com
PRANGE, John (Jack) - Passed away peacefully, at Montreal Jewish Hospital, on July 10, 2007, in his 78th year.
Predeceased by a brother, Fred and a sister, Grace Schmidt. Survived by a sister, Ruth Krall and a brother, Ross.
Loving husband of Dela; father of daughters, Linda and Judy and sons, Michael and Gregory. A memorial service
will take place at the Lutheran church in Montreal on July 14, 2007. Cremation and burial have been arranged by
the family.
SENGER, John - Peacefully at home on July 11, 2007. Predeceased by loving partner Louise Murphy. Loving
step-father to Deb Murphy (Randy) and Steve (Jeri) Murphy. Grandpa John to Stevie, Dustin (deceased), Brittany
and Haley. Survived by sister Maria Kostner and nephew George of Austria and Anita and Horst of Germany. Will
be missed by sister- in-law Frieda Senger and nieces Christa, Heidi, Eva, nephew Rudi and their respective
families. Predeceased by parents Marie Holy and Rudolf Senger as well as brothers Rudolf and Karl Senger and
sister Margarete Hoffmann. Will also be missed by Carol, Rod and Violet MacKay. Special thanks to Dr. Okorie
for her genuine concern and care. Arrangements have been entrusted to MARLATT FUNERAL HOME &
CREMATION CENTRE, 905-528-6303. According to John's wishes, cremation has taken place.
STEVEN JOHN KURT July 20, 1963 - June 28, 2007 It is with overwhelming
sadness that the Kurt family announce the loss of Steve at the age of 43. This tragic
event occurred while vacationing at a cottage with family up North. Dearly loved
son of Rose (Bruckman); loving brother of Dale (Sofija), Lynda (Richard) Schwarz
and Lori Temple; devoted companion of his pet cockatiel Toby. His father Donald
E. Kurt recently predeceased him. Fondly remembered by his grandmother, nieces,
Sandra, Chuck, Shaun, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Steve will be
remembered for his kind-hearted generosity, friendly and helpful nature and easygoing spirit. Friends are invited to share their memories of Steve with his family at
the Hubertushaus Hall (German Canadian Club, 1605 Bleams Road E., Mannheim)
on Sunday, July 22, 2007. The commemorative service to celebrate Steve's life will
commence at 2 p.m. with refreshments to follow. Dress code is casual. As expressions of sympathy and to aid in the
continued search and recovery efforts with a private company, donations may be made to any TD Canada Trust
branch on behalf of Steve. Account # 2752-6277267 has been established under "Rose Kurt and Lori Temple".
Personal cheques may also be made payable to the above noted for the family to deposit into the trust fund. If this
search cannot proceed, then all donations will be dispersed amongst the Humane Society, the MS Society and the
Canadian Cancer Society.
TURNBULL, Marjorie I. - Passed away, peacefully, at Stirling Heights Long Term Care Centre, Blair House,
Cambridge, Friday, July 13, 2007, in her 90th year. Predeceased by her father, Osborne Turnbull and her mother,
Jennie Turnbull (nee Hindmarsh). Marjorie was a lifetime member, elder, choir member and pastoral visitor at
Central Presbyterian Church. She was an anonymous friend to many as well as an integral part of the Macnamara
family. She was an honorary member of the Galt Golf and Country Club and a driver for Meals on Wheels for over
17 years. Her dedication to the community will be forever remembered. Funeral services will be conducted in the
chapel of Little's Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 223 Main St. E., Cambridge, on Monday, July 16, 2007 at
11 a.m. Interment will follow at Mount View Cemetery, Cambridge. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to
the Stirling Heights Memorial Fund. A special thank you to all the staff of Stirling Heights, especially the staff of
Blair House, for their loving care over the last five years. Your exceptional love shown to her in her final days will
never be forgotten - to Marjorie you were family.
WELSAND, Gisele - Passed away, on Wednesday, July 11, 2007. Wife of Walter Welsand. Cherished mother of
Dave Larocque, and Cassandra and Karl Welsand. Loving daughter of Jackie Larocque and the late Joe,
grandmother of Brittany. She will be missed by her sister Roxean (Mike) Macdonald, and her brothers Michael
(Linda) Larocque, Coleman (Paulette St. Louis) Larocque, Bruce (Lori) Larocque, and Alex (Julie Groves)
Larocque. Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at the Lounsbury Funeral Home,
Cambridge. Donations in Gisele's name may be made to the Salvation Army. Condolences/donations/directions
www.lounsburyfuneralhome.com (519) 658-9366
BALL, Ethel Christena - Peacefully at Clinton Public Hospital on Saturday, July 14, 2007, Ethel Christena
(Dexter) Ball of RR 1, Auburn in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Stanley Ball (1982). Loving mother and
mother-in-law of Sharon and Len (Butch) Hoffman of Hensall; Brenda and Dave Scholl of Goderich; Daryl Ball of
RR 1, Auburn and Arva and Randy Machan of Elora. Sadly missed by her grandchildren, Mike and Christine
Hoffman, Rob and Sandi Hoffman, Darren and Kendra Scholl, Craig and Karrianne Machan and Christopher
Machan and by her great-grandchildren, Brianna Hoffman, Ayden Hoffman, and Lydia and Mackenzie Machan.
Dear sister and sister-in-law of Viola Sanderson of Blyth, Ferne McClure of Egmondville, Charles and Roxie
Adams of Goderich and Wilmer and Marie Glousher of Londesborough. Predeceased by one son, Daryk Ball
(2003); one sister Norma Glousher; one brother, Elmer Dexter in infancy and by her in-laws, John Sanderson,
Nelson Mcclure, Maxine and Ernie Durnin and Vemice and Harold Stanbury. Friends will be received at the
Falconer Funeral Homes Ltd. - Clinton Chapel , 153 High St., Clinton, today (Monday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.,
where the funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 17, 2007 at 2 p.m. Interment Balls Cemetery, Hullett
Township. Donations to Balls Cemetery or to the charity of one's choice would be appreciated as expressions of
sympathy.
BOUTTELL, Sadie - Passed away peacefully at her home in New Dundee on Friday, July 13, 2007 after a brief
battle with cancer. She was born 78 years ago in Scotland, a daughter of the late Hugh and Sarah Morris. Sadie was
a skilled knitter, and enjoyed reading. Beloved wife of Fred Bouttell, who she married March 24, 1956. Devoted
mother of Colin and Sharon Bouttell of New Hamburg, and Elaine Bouttell and Mike Dietrich of Kelowna, B.C.
Cherished grandma of Derek, Krystin, Sean, Jack and Olivia. Dear sister-in-law of Joyce McRoberts, Lillian
Morris, and Mairad Panton. Also missed by her nieces and nephews, Iain, Gordon, Karen and Alan Morris.
Predeceased by three brothers, and two sisters-in-law. Family and friends may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral
Home , 291 Huron St., New Hamburg on Tuesday from 7:30-9 p.m. A memorial service will take place from the
funeral home on Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 3 p.m. with Bob Green officiating. As expressions of sympathy,
donations may be made to St. Mary's Hospital or the Grand River Hospital.
BOWES, Walter - Passed away peacefully at Cambridge Memorial Hospital on July 14, 2007 in his 84th year.
Predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Lila, he will be missed by his daughter, Mary Margaret Milic of Cambridge;
grandsons, Andrew and Mark Milic; his sister, Vera Rice of Shelbourne; brothers, Robin (Grace) of Fort Frances
and John (Peggy) of Orillia, and many nieces and nephews spread across Canada. Walter was born in Yorkshire,
England and brought to Canada as an infant. He was raised on his parents' fruit farm just east of Hamilton and
moved to Galt with his family in 1937. He went to Galt Collegiate, and started working in 1941 in the engineering
part of Galt Metal Industries. He took three years out to join the Royal Canadian Navy during the Second World
War. He left Galt Metal in 1955 to set up and manage Harter Furniture in Guelph, a manufacturer of office seating.
Retiring in 1985, he and Lila spent their retirement years between Florida, Fergus and Guelph before health took
them to Queens Terrace Retirement Home. Visitation for Walter will be held at the Lounsbury Funeral Home ,
1766 Franklin Boulevard, Cambridge on Tuesday, July 17 from 1-2 p.m. with a funeral service following at 2 p.m.
in the funeral home chapel. Those who wish may make a memorial donation to Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Condolences/donations/directions www.lounsburyfuneralhome.com 519-658-9366
BRUCE, Joseph (Joe) - Passed away peacefully, at Lakeridge Health, in Oshawa, on Wednesday, July 11, 2007 at
the age of 80. Joe Bruce, husband of the late Jane Bruce (nee Gallagher) and Jean Bruce (nee Hindson). Loving
father of Pauline and her husband Alan Knight, Susan Crooks, Robert and his wife Laurie Bruce and father-in-law
of the late Tom Crooks. Dear grandfather of Chris, Ashleigh, Emma, Clive, Kelly and great-grandfather of Luke,
Leah and Lewis. Brother of Bill (Terri) Bruce. Family and friends may call at the Low and Low Funeral Home ,
1763 Reach Street, Port Perry, 905-985-7331, on Thursday, July 19, 2007 from 12 noon to 1 p.m. A memorial
service to celebrate the life of Joe Bruce will be held in the chapel on Thursday, July 19, 2007 at 1 p.m. Memorial
donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or Parkinson Society Canada would be appreciated. Online
condolences may be made at www.lowandlow.ca
EARLMONT ELMER POTH 1922 - 2007 Earl passed away peacefully, at the Maples Nursing Home, Tavistock,
on Sunday, July 15, 2007, after a lengthy illness, at age 85. Dearly loved father of Connie and Ken Dietrich of St.
Agatha and Nancy and Rob Becker of Durham; loving grandfather to Craig and Terri Dietrich and Jamie, Josie, and
Justin Becker; brother of Ken and Ida Poth of New Dundee. Earl was predeceased by his parents, Elmer and Elsie
Poth; a brother, Robert; a sister and brother-in-law, Muriel and Glen Dilworth, and sister-in-law, Phyllis Poth. Also
predeceased by Gert Poth. During the Second World War, Earl served in the Black Watch Regiment. He also had
many hobbies including bird watching, stamp collecting, listening to Big Band music, and the Wurlitzer organ.
Friends are invited to share their memories of Earl with his family at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171
King St. S., Waterloo today (Tuesday) from 7-9 p.m. There will be a graveside committal service held at New
Dundee Union Cemetery at 1:30 on Wednesday, July 18, 2007 followed by a memorial service in the funeral home
chapel at 3 p.m. A reception will then be held in the Fireside Reception Room of the funeral home. Condolences for
the family and donations to the Parkinson Society may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or
www.erbgood.com. In living memory of Earl, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the
funeral home.
FREY, Leonard "Len" - Surrounded by his loving family, Len peacefully went home to be with the Lord on
Saturday, July 14, 2007 at Groves Memorial Community Hospital, Fergus. Leonard "Len" Frey in his 75th year of
Elmira, formerly of RR 1 Elora. Beloved husband of Erla (Jantzi) Frey for almost 52 years. Loving father of Bonnie
and Clare Brubacher, Pam and Tim Morden, Carey and Jeremy Kelly all of Elmira. Cherished by his grandchildren,
Shanna and Jamie Rozema, Monique (Kyle) Brubacher, Katie, Jacob and Emily Morden and Kennedy Kelly. Dear
brother and brother-in-law of Lila Frey, Marie and Art Martin, Carol and Lorne Brubacher, Margaret Frey and
Sandy Trelenberg. Also lovingly remembered by Gary and Maggie, Tia and Rayna. Predeceased by his parents,
David and Almeda Frey, and three brothers, Vernon, Murray and Kenneth. The family will receive their friends and
relatives at the Dreisinger Funeral Home , Elmira on Monday (today) from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. At 9 a.m. on
Tuesday, transfer will be made to Emmanuel Evangelical Missionary Church, Elmira for funeral service at 11 a.m.
with Rev. George Grierson officiating, followed by interment in Elmira Mennonite Cemetery. In his memory,
donations to the Mennonite Central Committee or Emmanuel Evangelical Missionary Church Mission Fund would
be appreciated by the family as expressions of sympathy.
GAYOWSKY, Michael - Passed away suddenly on Friday, July 13, 2007 at the age of 47. Beloved son of Shirley
(nee Fielding) and the late William Gayowsky. Loving brother of Bill and his wife Donalda of Kitchener, George
and Steve, both of Cambridge and Marianne Brousseau and her husband Jason of Kitchener. Cherished grandson of
Helen Fielding. Michael will be fondly remembered by his aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and many friends.
Michael's family will receive relatives and friends on Monday, July 16th (today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the
Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. A funeral service to honour Michael's
life will be held in the funeral home chapel on Tuesday, July 17, 2007 at 10 a.m. Interment at Woodland Cemetery,
Kitchener. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated (cards
available at the funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com for Michael's memorial.
HOEGY, Louis Wilson - Passed away peacefully on July 14, 2007, at Cambridge Memorial Hospital in his 84th
year. Beloved husband and best friend of Helen (nee Slater). Loving father of Miriam Klein (Sal), Susan Loker
(Lance), Gloria Wills (Gary) and father-in-law of Sandy Hoegy. Loving grandfather to Tony, Chuck, Debbie,
Laurie, Steven, David, Sarah, Joanna, Karl, Denise, Danielle and their families. Great-grandfather of Nicole,
Morgan, Jordan and Evan. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by infant daughter, Alice
(1943); son, Howard (1989); sister, Marie (2005); parents, William and Annie Hoegy, and recently by a nephew,
Gordon. Louis served for four and a half years in the Royal Canadian Air Force, two of which were served in
Northern England. He was self-employed as a TV sales and service technician and later was the superintendent at
the Cambridge Family YMCA for 10 years, prior to retirement. Resting at Corbett Funeral Home , 95 Dundas
Street, Cambridge where the family will receive friends on Tuesday, 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. The service will be held in
the funeral home chapel on Wednesday, July 18, 2007, at 10 a.m. Interment at McKillop United Cemetery. In lieu
of flowers, Louis was a Diabetic for 56 years and donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or to the Heart
and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. The family would like to offer a special thank you to the doctors and
nursing staff at Cambridge Memorial Hospital for their care during this difficult time. A heart felt thank you also to
family and friends who offered their support by way of phone calls, cards, visits and prayers.
IVAN RUFUS TAYLOR 1921 - 2007 Passed away peacefully at K-W Health Centre of the Grand River Hospital
on Friday, July 13, 2007. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy (Rader). Dear father of Ray of Waterloo, Keith and
his wife Dale (Davidson) of London and Marlene and her companion Tom (Houghton) of Kitchener. Loving
grandfather of Amanda and Scott Taylor. He will also be remembered by his sister, Verna Gibbings of Clinton; inlaws, Harry Walper, Lois Anderson, Hilda Weiberg, Wendell and Violett Gamble, Arvis Rader and Dorothy Rader,
as well as many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his infant grandson, Cameron as well as four brothers and two
sisters. Ivan was a long-time member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Waterloo where he served in various roles.
He was an active member of the Forest Hill Seniors Club. Friends and relatives are invited to share their memories
of Ivan with his family at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street South, Waterloo on Tuesday
from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Ivan's life and faith will be held at Redeemer Lutheran
Church, 78 John St., W., Waterloo on Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 11 a.m. Immediately following the service, a
reception will be held in the church fellowship hall, followed by interment at Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo.
Condolences for the family or donations to the charity of your choice can be arranged through the funeral home,
519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of Ivan, a tree will be planted through the Trees for
Learning Program by the funeral home.
JEAN HELEN SAUDER nee Cochrane 1926 - 2007 At the Village of Winston Park on Friday July 13, 2007. Jean
Sauder in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late Robert "Bob" Sauder (1989). Loving mother of Tim, Mark and
Lorna, and Christine and David. Grandma of Lindsay, Beckie, Brendan, Blake, and Kendra. Arrangements are
entrusted to the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo. Cremation has taken place.
A service of remembrance will be announced in a later edition of the Record. Condolences for the family and
donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445
or www.erbgood.com. In living memory of Jean, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by
the funeral home.
JOLY (nee Ryan), Katherine (Kathy) - Passed away peacefully at St. Mary's Hospital on Friday, July 13, 2007,
in her 58th year. Beloved wife of Maurice. Loving mother of Cory (Tammy). Cherished grandmother of Katie,
Amie, and Nicole. Survived by her sisters, Sally, Lauretta (Bud), Millie, Beatrice (Ken), Jacqueline (Gil), Dolena
(Murray) and brother, Steve (Nancy). Predeceased by her parents, John and Christina Ryan, and sister, Josie. She
will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, her in-laws, and her dog, Precious. Kathy will be fondly remembered
for her kindness, sense of humour and beautiful singing voice. Special thanks to our Angel niece, Tanya (Rogerson)
for her constant, loving care and support. Katherine's family will receive relatives and friends on Monday (today)
from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Funeral
service will be held on Tuesday, July 17, 2007 in the funeral home chapel at 1 p.m. Cremation to follow. As
expressions of sympathy, donations to the K-W Humane Society would be appreciated by the family (cards
available at the funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com for Katherine's memorial. "Sing with the Angels,
Kathy."
JOSLIN, James W. "Jim" - Peacefully, passed away at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital on Friday,
July 13, 2007, at the age of 67 years. Brother of Raymond Joslin and his wife Ruth. Father of Kimberley, Debra
Lee (Gary), Kevin (Debbie), Thomas and Christine (Scott). Opa of Josclynn, Kristopher, Rhiannon, Elijah, Mindy,
Nicole, Matthew and great-grandfather of Logan and Kaitlynn. Uncle to Larry (Brenda), Brian, Linda and Wayne
(Doreen). Jim retired from the City of Kitchener after many years of service. Friends will be received at the RatzBechtel Funeral Home , 621 King Street West, Kitchener today (Tuesday) from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral
service will be held from the Ratz-Bechtel Chapel on Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 2:30 p.m. Reception will follow
in the Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre. In memory of Jim, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be
appreciated.
KAUP, Franz (Frank) - In the afternoon of July 15, 2007, with his family at his side, Frank went home to be with
his Lord. Born February 5, 1922 in former Yugoslavia,. Frank was the son of Lorentz and Katharina Kaup
(Kleiner). He was a devoted husband for 60 years to the late Anna Kaup (2006), loving father of the late Helmut
Kaup (2005) and caring father-in-law of Theresa Kaup. He was Opa to five grandchildren and their spouses, Helen
Schroeder (Ralph), Katy Lloyd (Chad), Marianne Hopkins (Bruce), Adam Kaup (Candice Stanley) and Rosalie
Shorney (Robert). Frank enjoyed spending time with his great-grandchildren, Heidi, Samuel, Philip, Thomas, Mary
and Genevieve. Relatives and friends will be received at Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home and Chapel, (519742-4481) 51 Benton Street, Kitchener on Tuesday, July 17, 2007 from 7-9 p.m. Morning prayers will be offered
on Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 9:40 a.m. Transfer will then be made to St. Mary's RC Church for a Mass of
Christian Burial at 10 a.m. with Fr. Martin Mikulski SAC officiating. Interment will be at Woodland Cemetery. A
reception will follow at Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made
to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or to St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church. Online condolences may be
sent to the family through www.schreitersandrockfuneralhome.com
McNIVEN, Myrtle Melissa (nee Morgan) - Passed away Saturday, July 14, 2007, in her 100th year with her
family by her side. Myrtle was a well known organist, pianist and choir director for over 75 years. Loved mother of
Donald and friend Shirley of Fergus, Marjorie and (David) Newbery of Barrie, and Sandra and (Ashley) Woods of
Salem. Loving grandmother of Stephanie and (Phil) Duprey of Barrie, Jonathan and (Tammy) Newbery of
Midland, Jeremy and (Chris) Woods of Fergus and Elizabeth Newbery of Toronto. Adoring great-grandmother of
Hannah, Mallory, Nathan, Rachel, Chelsie, Carter and Abby. Pre-deceased by her husband, Malcolm M.S. (Mac)
McNiven (1970) and infant daughter, Marian (1945). Friends and relatives are invited to visit with the family at the
Graham A. Giddy Funeral Home and Chapel , 280 St. David St., S., Fergus from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday,
July 17, 2007. Funeral service will be held at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 325 St. George St., W., Fergus on
Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 2 p.m. Doug Sargent officiating at the service. Reception to follow. The Eastern Star,
Brighton Chapter will conduct a memorial service on Tuesday evening at 6:45 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of
flowers, donations to the St. Andrews Presbyterian Church music fund or Paisley Memorial Church (Guelph) music
fund would be appreciated by the family. Cards available at the funeral home, 519-843-3100.
www.grahamgiddyfh.com
PARKER, Theresa Elizabeth (nee Arsenault) - The death occurred suddenly at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital,
Charlottetown as the result of a motor vehicle accident on Tuesday, July 10 of Theresa Elizabeth Parker ( nee
Arsenault ) of Summerside and formerly of Waterloo, Ont., aged 76 years. Theresa was born on June 20, 1931 in
Summerside, P.E.I. to her parents, the late Joseph A. and Josephine (nee Richards) Arsenault. Beloved wife of
Derek Parker and step-mother of Angela (Otto) Giambalvo, St. Mary's, Ont. and step-grandmother of Sarah, Jessica
and Katelyn. Loving mother of Bob Winslow of Kitchener, Ont., Arthur (Sheri) Winslow of Waterloo, Ont. and
Randy (Deane) Winslow of Waterloo, Ont. Also lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Nichole, Samantha,
Jayme, Geoff and Katie. Survived by her sisters, Elaine Scanlan of West Brookfield, Mass. U.S.A. and Joyce (
Norman ) Quinn of Miscouche, P.E.I. Besides her husband and her parents, Theresa was predeceased by her sister,
Janet Greene and also her sister, Diana Cunningham at the time of her death. Rested at the East Prince Funeral
Home , 245 Pope Rd., Summerside until Monday, July 16 for a funeral service in the funeral home chapel at 11
a.m. Visiting hours were on Sunday evening only, 7-9 p.m. Interment to take place in St. Paul's Cemetery,
Summerside. Memorial donations in Theresa's memory to the Prince County Hospital Foundation would be greatly
appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the East Prince Funeral Home, Summerside.
SCHLOSSER, Elmer Louis - Of Formosa, passed away, at Brucelea Haven, Walkerton, on Sunday, July 15, 2007
in his 86th year. Survived by his sisters, Marie and her husband Jerome Steffler of Formosa, Pauline Steffler of
Walkerton and Fernanda and her husband Jerome Schill of Wingham. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his brothers, Walter, Albert, Phillip, David, Alvin and Tom; sisters, Virginia Schill, Korena Weber
and Josephine Weber; parents, Frank and Lavina (Becker) Schlosser. Visitation at Cameron Funeral Home,
Walkerton on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with St. Joseph's Aid Society and Parish Rosary at 8:30 p.m. Funeral Mass
will be held on Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, Formosa. Interment in
Immaculate Conception Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Immaculate Conception Building Fund or the
Alzheimer Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. www.cameronfuneralhomes.com
SHANTZ, Lydia - Passed away peacefully at K-W Health Centre, Grand River Hospital, Kitchener on Saturday,
July 14, 2007. She was born 90 years ago, a daughter of the late Simon and Catherine Zehr. Lydia was a member of
the Ladies Auxiliary, Royal Canadian Legion, New Hamburg, as well as Restless Seniors. Beloved wife of the late
Walter Shantz. Devoted mother of Patricia of Elmira, and David of Baden. Dear sister-in-law of Ilene Burkhardt of
Kitchener, Helen Zehr of Tavistock and Stanley and Eral Shantz of Cambridge. Also missed by several nieces and
nephews. Lydia was predeceased by four brothers, five sisters, and brother-in-law, Lorne Shantz. Family and
friends may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home , 291 Huron St., New Hamburg on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9
p.m. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday, July 18, 2007 from the funeral home at 11 a.m. Burial to
follow at Shantz Mennonite Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Grand River
Hospital (Freeport), Community Care Access, or the charity of your choice.
SOLIE, Theresa - Passed away on July 14, 2007 at St. Mary's General Hospital, at the age of 87. Beloved mother
of Conrad Solie, Dianne Schulz-Gelsing , and Robert Solie. Sister of Yvette Timpano. She will be missed by her
many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other relatives, friends and neighbours. She will especially be missed by
her beloved pet and constant companion, Crystal. She was known to many as Mother Theresa, though this was
slightly tongue in cheek, as she was a high spirited, strong willed lady with a very quick wit, which luckily stayed
with her to the end. Many thanks to those who watched over her for Bob and Denise, her next door neighbours and
caregivers, when they had to be away so often in the last several months. You know who you are and how much
you are appreciated as well as the 5th floor staff at St. Mary's Hospital who were so kind to her in her last days.
Theresa's family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9pm at the Henry Walser Funeral
Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 18, 2007 in
the funeral home chapel at 1 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to St. Mary's Hospital Foundation would
be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com for Theresa's
memorial.
FLAVELLE, Grace Lindsay "Daidy" (nee Alcorn) - It is with profound sadness that the girls announce their
Mother's passing in Galt Ontario on July 12, 2007. Daidy was born October 3, 1918 in Toronto. She spent her early
years in Toronto and Quebec and attended school in Rothesay, New Brunswick at Netherwood. During the Second
World War she proudly served in the Women's Royal Canadian Naval Service (WRENS). At the end of the war she
met and married the love of her life, James Flavelle and moved to Galt, Ontario. Her commitment to family, faith
and friends was constantly demonstrated in her devotion to her parents, brother, husband, daughters and
grandchildren, to Trinity Anglican Church and her many wonderful friendships in her community and beyond.
Daidy worked tirelessly as a volunteer and eventually as Patient Services Co-ordinator at Cambridge Memorial
Hospital. Her strength of character, love of laughter and extraordinary loyalty and integrity found her surrounded
by the warmth of those she touched. She will be sorely missed. Predeceased by her husband James, (October 1969);
her parents, Doris and Harold Alcorn; her brother, Douglas H. Alcorn and her sons-in-law, Paul D. Schram and
Rufus L. Savage. She is survived by her three daughters, Martha Flavelle-Schram, Lindsay (Jamie Richards), Sheila
Savage and her grandchildren, Kimberley (Robert Delius) of England and Jay Richards of Toronto. A private
family service and interment has taken place at Trinity Anglican Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held on
Thursday, September 27, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Trinity Anglican Church, Galt (Cambridge) Ontario. Sincere gratitude is
extended to the exceptional staff at The Hanning House where Daidy received the very best in loving care. Please,
in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cambridge and North Dumfries Community Foundation directed
to the Endowed James Flavelle Fund or Trinity Anglican Church Galt Ontario by contacting Little's Funeral
Home & Cremation Centre, Cambridge, 519-623-1290.
HATESOHL, Wilhelm Friedrich (Willy) - Passed away peacefully at K-W Health Center of Grand River
Hospital on Sunday, July 15th, 2007, age 76 years. Born in Germany, Wilhelm was a member of Martin Luther
Church and had worked in the Transportation (Trucking) Industry for most of his life. Loving husband of Amalie
(nee Gissing); Dear father of Gary Hatesohl and his wife Lynda and Diane and her husband Dieter Iden all of
Kitchener. Will be missed by his grandchildren, Bill (Kristy), Andy, Julie, Steven, Nick, Connie, Chris and great-
granddaughter, Ainsley. Survived by a sister, Annie Schopka of Germany. Wilhelm's family will receive friends
and relatives at the Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home and Chapel, 51 Benton at Church St. Kitchener this
evening (Tuesday) from 7-9 pm. Wednesday from 2-4, 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be held in the funeral home
chapel on Thursday, July 19th, 2007 at 11:00 am. with Pastor Manfred Strauss officiating. Interment Woodland
Cemetery, Kitchener. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre or Martin
Luther Church would be greatly appreciated by the family by calling the funeral home at 519-742-4481 or on line
condolences at www.schreitersandrockfuneralhome.com
LORNE LLOYD GEORGE GRANDY 1923 - 2007 Passed away, peacefully at K-W Health Centre of the Grand
River Hospital on July 8, 2007 at the age of 83 years. Beloved husband of the late Mary Grandy (nee Ford). Loving
father of Derek Grandy and Lorri Pilcher. Lorne was dedicated employee of 50 years at Canbar Inc. and longtime
employee and volunteer at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. Condolences for the family and donations to a
charity of choice can be arranged through the Erb and Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South,
Waterloo, - 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of Lorne, a tree will be planted through the
Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
MacLACHLAN, Ivan - At his home in Mount Forest on Sunday July 15, 2007. Ivan Edwin Duncan MacLachlan
in his 85th year. Beloved common-in-law spouse of Nancy (Cook) LaCombe. Dear father of Donald MacLachlan
and wife Marcy of Sault Ste. Marie and David MacLachlan of Mount Forest. Grandfather of David MacLachlan,
Darrin MacLachlan and wife Heather, Debbie Johnston and husband Ken, Danny MacLachlan and wife Brandi and
great-grandfather of Emily, Madison, William, Brady, Halle, Wyatt and Harlie. Step-father of Brad LaCombe and
wife Paula of Mount Forest, Scott LaCombe and wife Lisa of Harriston and Calvin LaCombe of Oakville. Stepgrandfather of Dakota, Austin, Allyssa, Mykah and Jessica. Predeceased by brother, Eldon MacLachlan. Friends
may call at the Hendrick Funeral Home , Mount Forest on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Royal Canadian
Legion Service will be held on Thursday, July 19 at 6:30 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the funeral home
chapel on Friday, July 21 at 11 a.m. Interment at Mount Forest Cemetery. Memorial donations to the charity of
one's choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at
NINA PETROVNA ZOWTONIZKA (nee Czech) 1924 - 2007 Passed away peacefully, on Sunday, July 15,
2007, 5:45 pm, at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital in Kitchener. Beloved wife the late Mykola
(2003); loving mother of Halyna Doherty and her husband Stephen and Ihor and his wife Maria. She will be missed
by her grandchildren, Chris, Scott, Victoria, Eugene, Natalie and Jessica. Friends are invited to share their
memories of Nina with her family at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo
(today), Tuesday, July 17, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral
home on Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 9:30 a.m. Interment at St. Volodymyr Ukrainian Cemetery, Oakville at 11:30
am on Wednesday. A commemorative reception will be held at the St. Volodymyr Cultural Centre (cemetery site)
at approximately 12:30 pm Wednesday. Condolences for the family and donations to the Canadian Cancer Society
or a charity of your choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through the
funeral home, 519.745.8445 or www.erbgood.com In memory of Nina, a tree will be planted through the Trees for
OLEDINE GREIN (nee Phillips) Passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, at Lanark Heights Long
Term Care Centre on Sunday, July 15, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Harold Grein (2001); loving mother of Bob,
Rick (Heather), and Donna (Dave Peters), all of Kitchener; dear Grandma of Rob (Kim), Brent (Diane), Terry,
Brad, Steven, Scott, Craig, and Troy; Great-grandma of Joshua, Kiera, Owen, and Olivia. Also survived by her
sister, Helen Hoskinson of Kitchener. Oledine is the daughter of the late Charles and Bessie Phillips. Predeceased
by her sisters, Audrey and Elaine Phillips, and Verna Wilson. At Oledine's request, there will be a private family
funeral service at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo. Interment in Parkview
Cemetery, Waterloo. The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of Lanark Heights L.T.C.C. for
their compassionate care. Condolences for the family and donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the
Sunnyside Day Program would be much appreciated and may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445
or www.erbgood.com. In living memory of Oledine, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program
by the funeral home.
SKERRITT, Howard Leslie (Les) - Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London, with his family by is side, on
Sunday, July 15, 2007, in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Anne Marie Skerritt (nee Stirling). Loving dad of
Becky McArthur (Mike), Kevin (Sharon) and Michael (Bonnie). Les will be sadly missed by his step-children,
Linda Gordon (Michael), Frederick Hiusser (Brenda) and Gordon Hiusser (Dale) and his 14 grandchildren and his
three great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his mother, Beatrice Harris. Les will be fondly remembered by his flying
buddies at the Cambridge and Owen Sound Flying Clubs. Friends will be received at Coutts Funeral Home and
Cremation Centre, 96 St. Andrews St., Cambridge this evening (Tuesday) from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 1
p.m. until the time of the funeral services at 2 p.m. Cremation to follow. In memory of Les, donations may be made
to the Muscular Dystrophy or The Diabetes Society.
SWANSON, Gladys - Gladys Lenore May Swanson passed away on July 12, 2007, at Bon Air Nursing Home,
Cannington, Ontario. She was 94 years of age. Because of her failing health for several years, Gladys had moved
from Stratford to be near her son and family. Gladys was the daughter of the late George W. Leith (Bill) and May
Leith. She was predeceased by her dear husband, Reg in 1966 and her three brothers, Jackie, Clifton and Bill. She is
survived by her son, Donald and his wife Merle of Pefferlaw, Ontario. She became a grandma to Stuart and Buffy
Forsyth of Peterborough and Tony and Sarah Forsyth of Keswick. Gladys will be fondly remembered as greatgrandma Gladys by her great-grandchildren, Dakota, Mackenzie, Clayton, Bronwyn and Findlay. Gladys was a
longtime resident of Stratford. She lived briefly in Owen Sound and Waterloo. Her life centered on her family and
her many dear friends, and her church family at Centennial United Church, Stratford. A Memorial Service will be
held at the Heinbuck Funeral Home, 156 Albert Street, Stratford (519) 271-5062 on Tuesday, July 24, 2007 at
1:00 p.m. Visitation will be held two hours prior to the service. A private interment of cremated remains will take
place at Avondale Cemetery, Stratford. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Stratford General
Hospital Foundation through the funeral home.
VOEGTLE, Melvin "Mel"- Peacefully surrounded by his family, at The Westmount on Monday, July 16, 2007, in
his 81st year. Beloved husband for 55 wonderful years to the late Marjorie nee Martin (2005). Beloved dad of
Sandy (1990), Brian (Sharon), Kathy (Liz) and Kim. Special grandpa to Tory (Curtis), Ian, Abi, Michelle and Brian
Jeremy. Devoted grandpa to his greats, Mathew, Zachary, Noah and Sophie. Special friend to Harry and Kathy
Holst. Sadly missed by his sister Kay Yoworski, brother-in-law Stan Wilfort and sister-in-law Pat Voegtle.
Predeceased by his parents, Melvin and Katherine Voegtle, brothers, Don (Helen) and Bob and sister Norma.
Relatives and friends will be received at the Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home and Chapel (519-742-4481) 51
Benton St., Kitchener today (Tuesday) from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mel's funeral service
will be held on Thursday, July 19, 2007 at Holy Trinity Anglican Church (Wilson Ave., Kitchener) at 11 a.m.
Interment Woodland Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to Holy Trinity Anglican
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CRESSMAN, Lettie Grace (nee Scamont) - 1916-2007. Died quietly, as she had lived, on July 15, at age 91, in
the presence of her family at Fairview Mennonite Home in Cambridge. Lettie was born in Kipawa, Quebec on
March 29, 1916, one of six daughters and five sons of Ada Barney and William Scamont. She is survived by her
sister Vivian Down of Temiscaming, Quebec. In 1942 Lettie married Ray Cressman in Preston. Their loving
partnership lasted 48 years until Ray's death in 1990. Their five children mourn her passing; Janice (Don) Sparrow,
John Cressman (Patti Hobler) and Carol (Nyle) Nussli, all of Cambridge; Virginia Jones of San Jose, California and
Donna Cressman of Toronto. She is remembered by grandsons, Jason Sparrow, Adam (Mary Claire) Jones, Ben
Cressman, Mark Nussli and Nicolas Dubois and granddaughters, Heather Sparrow (Kris Kirk), Natasha Dubois,
Devon Cressman and Emma Nussli. Lettie was able to spend a little time with her first great-granddaughter, Sydney
Kirk. Lettie was a longtime member of King St. Baptist Church in Preston and also attended Breslau Mennonite
Church. Her life was lived through faith and she will be missed by many friends in both church communities. Lettie
loved and respected children. Friends so wishing may honour her memory with a contribution to Faith's Orphans
Fund, a charity for children orphaned by AIDS in Zambia who work is supported by Lettie's good friend Doraine
Ross of Cambridge. Alternatively, donations to MCC (Mennonite Central Committee). Lettie's family is very
grateful to the nurses, aides and caregivers at Fairview Suites and nursing home and to the ParaMed and A Senior's
Moment assistants, for their loving and kind attention to their mother. Thanks also to the doctors and nurses at
Cambridge Memorial Hospital for the excellent care Lettie received there during surgeries over the last year. The
family will receive friends at Fairview Mennonite Centre Auditorium, 515 Lang's Drive, Cambridge on
Wednesday, July 18, 2007 from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, July
19 at 1:30 p.m. at King St. Baptist Church in Cambridge. Interment in Breslau Mennonite Cemetery. Arrangements
entrusted to Barthel Funeral Home in Cambridge.
EBERTT (nee Ott), Edna Irene - Passed away peacefully, on Monday, July 16, 2007 at the Victoria Place
Retirement Home. Born in Kitchener (then Berlin) on September 10, 1915 the fifth of seven children of George
Alvin Ott and Ida Edith (Assmussen) Ott, Edna was predeceased in death by her beloved husband of 63 years,
Russell Newton Ebertt, by her parents, Alvin and Edith, her sisters Mildred, Olive (Debolt) and Esther (Lavery) and
brothers Harold, Clarence and George. She is survived by her three children, Carol (Fred) Hunnicutt of Eugene,
Oregon, Dianne (Dan) Beeaff of Tucson, Arizona, and David (June) Ebertt of Drayton, Ontario; and her
grandchildren Danielle, Dustin, Alison, Shelley and Shawn. The Depression forced Edna into the work force at the
age of 14 and she held a variety of jobs from finisher to housekeeper before marrying Russell on November 22,
1941. She was employed in the kitchen at Wilfred Laurier University - then Waterloo Lutheran University - from
1959, retiring as Head Cook in 1978. A woman of strong and tolerant faith, Edna was a life-long member of St.
Paul's Lutheran Church. She had many talents and enjoyed knitting, sewing, quilting, needlework, baking and
bowling, and was also an avid baseball fan, following her beloved Blue Jays through many seasons. A quiet woman
of great inner strength who adjusted to the circumstances of her life with optimistic acceptance, Edna was a kind,
caring and giving woman. She faced her last and greatest adventure with her customary serenity, and with her
passing some thing rare and very beautiful has gone out of our lives. An inspiration to everyone who knew her, we
will miss her perseverance, her will, her quiet sense of humour, her compassion, generosity, and warmth. The sun
would not have shone so brightly and the world would not have been as pleasant without the presence of this
wonderful and gentle woman. She was our rock and our comfort and we will miss her enormously. Thanks for your
time on this earth, Mom, for your beautiful smile that could light up any room, for your courage and indomitable
spirit. Your boundless love was given without hesitation and we will try to pass on a little of your strength, dignity,
grace, and joyous zest for life to the world around us. Everywhere we turn, memories of you abound for you are in
all things that make this world good. "He saw the road was getting rough, and the hills were hard to climb; he
closed your weary eyelids and whispered, "Peace be Thine". Friends are welcome at the Westmount Funeral
Chapel, 1001 Ottawa Street (at Westmount Road) on Saturday, July 21, 2007 from 1 until 2 p.m. A celebration of
her life will be held in the chapel of the funeral home at 2 p.m. If desired, donations' in Edna's memory to the Heart
and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Please share memories of Edna on line at
www.mem.com
GARRISON, Doug - Was called home to be with his heavenly father, on Tuesday, July 17, 2007, at Caressant
Care, Listowel, Mr. Douglas Monahan Garrison of Listowel, in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of the late
Margaret Garrison. Father of Bryan Garrison of Brampton, Rev. Ron Garrison and his wife Heather of London,
Karmen Garrison and his wife Sue of Glencoe, Dawna Perry and her husband Gord of Dorking, and Tim Garrison
and his wife Carla of Brampton. Brother of Lillian McLean and her husband Hector of Cape Breton, N.S.
Remembered by his 12 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his son, Terry Garrison and infant
son, Rodney Garrison; his daughter-in-law, Irene Garrison; his sister, Audrey Boyle and by his brothers, Edwin
Garrison and Ken Garrison. Doug was born in Glen Haven, Nova Scotia, served his country during the Second
World War, whereafter he learned the mechanical trade. Moving to Ontario, he continued to be an example to his
family through his work-ethic, and through his devotion to them and to his Lord, Jesus Christ. Visitation will be
held at the Eaton Funeral Home , Listowel on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where the private family funeral
service will be held on Thursday, July 19. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel. Memorial donations to
Mission Partners International would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca
HOOKER: Eveline (Lyn) Phyllis - It is with sadness that the family of Eveline (Lyn) mourn her passing on July
15, 2007 at the Grand River Hospital, K-W Health Centre in her 82nd year. Lyn was predeceased by her husband
William (Bill) Hooker in 1972. Loving mother to David and his wife Barbara of Oshawa, Daniel and his wife
Darlene of Kitchener and Lynn and her husband Bob Seabrook of Waterloo; sister to Connie Stacey and her family
all of England; cherished Nana to Erica and her husband Jim Belluomini of Brampton, Rick and his wife Katrina,
Kim and her fiance Matt and Kerri and her fiance Dan all of Kitchener, Douglas of Toronto and Matthew and
Elaine of Waterloo, step-grandmother to Melissa and her husband Don Stronach and great-grandmother to Tyler,
Jake and Evan; sadly missed by her dear friend Cecile Musselman. Lyn was an active member of the Crystal
Rebekah Lodge and had served with the R.A.F. in the Second World War in England. Donations may be made to
the Canadian Red Cross as expressions of sympathy through the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home, 519-745-9495 or on
line at www.ratz-bechtelfuneralhome.com. A gathering to celebrate Eveline's life will be held at the Ratz-Bechtel
Family Centre, August 25, 2007.
KENDALL, William "Larry" (35 year employee at the Toronto Star) - Passed away peacefully with his loving
family by his side after a courageous battle with cancer at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Monday, July
16, 2007; in his 70th year. Loving father of Debra, Dawna (John) and Denise (Dean). Loving grandfather of Dustin,
Daniel and Kendall. Caring brother of Geraldine Watt and his nieces, Shari and Julie and his great-nieces, Julie and
Katie. Visitation will be held at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N., Orillia on Thursday from 6-9 p.m.
Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday, July 20, 2007 at 1 o'clock. A sincere thanks to the caring staff
of the Oncology and Emergency Departments at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital. If desired, memorial
donations to the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Oncology Department would be appreciated. Messages of
condolence are welcomed at www.mundellfuneralhome.com
LEUSZLER, Robert Addison - Died June 23, 2007 at Forest Heights Long Term Care, a few days remaining
before his 92nd birthday. Beloved step-father of RONALD A. WILSON , and step-father-in-law of Dorothea.
Beloved step-grandfather of Rex Wilson, Courtice; Michael Wilson, Kemptville; LaVonne Burtt, Manotick; Lisa
DeJong, Cobourg. Beloved step-great-grandfather of Cassandra, Dane, Lyndon, Liam, Jordon, Benjamin, Colin,
Andrew, Stephanie. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Patricia Wilson (nee Zamulinski) in 1995; his sisters, Doris
Engel and Ruby Butler, and his brothers, Oliver, Russel and Harvey. Survived by his brother, Morris, Port
Coquitlam, B.C; sister-in-law, Ruby McGee and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Born in New Hamburg;
enjoyed school, worked on farms, restaurant, played hockey. As a young adult, he migrated to Sudbury to work,
first as a dishwasher, then several mines. Boy meets girl, married June 1939. Settled family in Kitchener, a Mom
and Pop shop, Rockway Groceries, now Castle Inn. Enlisted in R.C.A.F. At discharge, trained in carpentry at
Eastwood Veterans Centre. Shoveled coal for Hogg Co. until hired by Neibert Construction. Soon became a Master
Carpenter and foreman. Built many homes in K-W area including many on a country road, now called Glasgow.
Increased his skills by taking draughting and then carpentry specialties like cabinet-making, etc. Enjoyed his family
and developed 1135 Victoria N. lot into a tiny paradise, now Harvey's plus remainder of the mall. Traveled from
coast to coast of his beloved Canada. Took his grandchildren individually on several trips; examples,
Saskatchewan, Sudbury, etc. Robert was proud to be 100% Canadian. Thought Democracy, Monarchy and
Spirituality as per Judeo-Christian ethic is the foundation of paradise called Canada. Voted in every election. Never
grumbled about taxes. Said that taxes are good and necessary to the functioning of Society. But, of course, citizens
are to be alert to make certain they are spent beneficially and accountably. In retirement, took pleasure in and
contributed to Rockway and Breithaupt Senior Centres. Assisted in the implementation of a multitude of projects,
walking-tours, bike-tours. Square dancing was a passion for many years. Above all, Robert was keen in surprising
his grandchildren with unusual cards, crafts and gifts, for their many celebrations; example, putting 20x25¢ (new)
into a 1 cu. ft. box for Christmas. For his son, a clear-glassed wine bottle filled with maple syrup. Memorial service
on Sunday, July 22, 2007 at Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home and Cremation Centre , 621 King St. W., Kitchener.
Visitation from 12 noon. Celebration of Robert's life, formally, at 2 p.m. led by Reverend Arnold Proud.
Pallbearers; Rex, Michael, LaVonne, Lisa. Reception at 3 p.m. DVD presentation and memorabilia throughout
except formal service. Interment, Monday, July 23 at 10:30 a.m., Leuszler Family plot, Riverside Cemetery, New
Hamburg. If desired, your expression of condolences may be made through donations to any local hospital or a
charity of your choice.
MARY THERESA LUPTON 1920 - 2007 With grace and dignity Mary Theresa Lupton (nee Knopfler) passed
away peacefully at Lisaard House, Cambridge, on Sunday, July 15, 2007 at the age of 86 years. Cherished wife of
Jack. Beloved sister of Trudy (Frank) Seyforth and Josephine (Bruno) Szepaniak. A true and deep loss for an Aunt
who always found beauty in life will be felt by her nieces and nephews Lisa Szepaniak, Christine (John) Larmand,
Jo-Anne (Reg) Nadort, Brian Szepaniak, Linda (Dennis) Morrison and Alison (Ken) Moss as well as several greatnieces and nephews and great-great-nephews. Predeceased by her first husband Roger Provencher. The memorial
service to celebrate Terri's life will be held in the Chapel of the Erb and Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King
Street South, Waterloo on Friday July 20, 2007 at 3 p.m. Following the service, friends are invited to join the
family in the funeral home's Historic Kuntz House for refreshments and a time to visit. Terri's family will be
forever grateful to Dr. Ward and her team and the Hospice of Waterloo Region for their gifts of love and support.
Condolences for the family and donations to Lisaard House can be arranged through the funeral home - 519-7458445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of Terri, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning
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MEYER, Pearl Marie (nee Snyder) - Passed peacefully, while surrounded by her family at Caressant Care in
Fergus, on Monday, July 16, 2007. Pearl was in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Wilfred. Loving mother of
Sandra Whalley of Fergus, Sheryl Brown (Robert) of Paris, Ont., Randy (Cheryl) of Waterloo, Wayne "Tubby"
(Jan) of Kitchener, Bonnie Meyer and (Frank Stepien) of Kitchener. Predeceased by sons, William and Brent and
by daughter, Faye MacDonald. Will be lovingly remembered by her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Predeceased by her brothers. Memorial Service for Pearl will be held at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home , 621
King Street West, Kitchener, on Friday, July 20, 2007 at 11 a.m. Interment of ashes at Mt. Hope Cemetery
(Waterloo). Reception will be held at the Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre following the interment. In lieu of flowers
donations to Knox Presbyterian Church or the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
MURRAY, Norman Alexander - Passed away peacefully at home, with his family at his side, on Tuesday, July
17, 2007 at age 59. Beloved husband and best friend of Barbara (nee Mitchell). Loving father of Christine and Ryan
McColl and Greg and his partner Darcy Hine. Dear brother and brother in law of Ruth and Ron Beaudin, Doris and
Ross Vance, Don and Karen Murray, Jim and Pat Murray and Ron and Marguerite Mitchell. Lovingly remembered
by his mother-in-law, Marjorie Mitchell and his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Andrew and
Jessie Murray and his father-in-law, Merril Mitchell. Friends will be received at the Graham A. Giddy Funeral
Home & Chapel, 280 St. David St. South in Fergus, on July 18 from 7-9 p.m. and July 19 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
Funeral Service will be conducted in the Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, July 20 2007 at 1 p.m. Interment to
follow at Belsyde Cemetery in Fergus. Memorial donations can be directed to a charity of choice, cards available at
the Funeral Home, 519-843-3100. www.grahamgiddyfh.com
NICK HRAB 41 Wedgewood Drive, Kitchener 1928 - 2007 A very kind, gentle and loving man passed away, on
Monday, July 16, 2007. Nick had been diagnosed with lung cancer in November, 2006. He accepted his fate and
maintained his dignity throughout his ordeal. Pneumonia overtook his strength on Saturday, July 14. Many loved
and respected this quiet man. He was born in East Selkirk, Manitoba to immigrant Ukrainian parents, three sisters
and one brother, all of whom have passed away many years ago. Nick was also predeceased by his first wife,
Doreen in 1976. Nick leaves behind his second wife, Barbara who will keep his memory in her heart, always. Also
left to mourn is his loving son, John, who along with John's wife Annette helped him tremendously these past eight
months. Nick is also survived by John's daughters, Rebecca and Jacquelene. There is also Heather, (David), Nick's
stepdaughter from his first marriage and her family. Thank you Heather for all those sweet, sweet, baked goods you
made for your dad! Barbara's sons will also remember Nick with much love, Tony Lidstone (Debby) of Acton,
Marty Lidstone (Beverly) of Whistler B.C. and Jason Lidstone of Kitchener, residing with Barbara and Nick for the
past nine years. Then there is Jason's daughter, Nekime (Peanut) who came to live with us six years ago. Nekime's
presence helped tremendously to brighten Nick's life! Nick had several workplaces in his life. Most memorably, his
years at the Kitchener Market as Market Clerk in the late seventies. He also served in the U.S. Army (1948-1954),
stationed in Germany. Honouring Nick's personal wishes there will be no visitation or service. Cremation has taken
place. A time to visit with the family will take place at 41 Wedgewood Drive on Saturday, July 21, 2007, from 1-3
p.m. Please join for refreshments and memories! A special thank you to all the Community Care Access nurses,
Drs. Henschel, Ward, Gofar, Gopaul and Hickman as well nurse Arlene who helped through Nick's last hours at
Grand River Hospital, 6th Floor South. Condolences for the family and donations to the Grand River Regional
Cancer Centre or to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada can be arranged through the Erb and Good
Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street South, Waterloo, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory
of Nick, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
RANSOM, Irene (Rene) - Of Trenton, Ontario. Rene Ransom (nee Taylor) of Trenton, Ontario died peacefully in
her sleep at home on Sunday, July 15, 2007, in her 85th year, after a long, hard-fought battle with cancer. Born in
Guelph, Ontario, Rene was predeceased by her parents, Fred and Edith Taylor; her husband Chuck and her brother
Fred, of Tulsa, Oklahoma. She is survived by her long-time companion Jack Knight, of Trenton; sons Richard and
wife Sandy (of Gananoque), and Robert and wife Janice (of Kitchener); grandchildren Sara, Meaghan and Taylor
and great-grandchildren Ethan and Simon. She will be greatly missed by all. Rene will be remembered at private
family services and gatherings in Kitchener and Trenton. Remembrances would be welcomed in the form of
donations to the Canadian Cancer Society.
SANTOS, Armando Ramiro Sousa - Passed away on July 16, 2007, at the age of 57. After a long and courageous
battle with cancer. He beat the odds so many times and we are grateful to God for the time we had to spend with
him. Born in St. Maria, Azores, Armando came to Canada as a young man to wed and start a family with Maria
Natalia Santos, who he leaves behind. He also leaves behind his daughter Sandra Curtis and her husband Sean; his
son Steven Santos and his wife Allison. The hardest part of his life to leave behind is his grandchildren, the light of
his life; Vaughan (12), Diandra (11), Brandon (7), Jayden (2) and Steven and Allison's little unborn one who is due
to join our family August 16, 2007. They will forever miss his presence; there is no other 'papa-vavao' like him, we
know he will always be watching over them. Armando 'Ramiro' as many called him since he was little, is
predeceased by his father Hermano Santos (mid 1950's) and his mother Maria Sousa Santos (1994); sister Maria
Helena and brother Jose Ernesto. Brothers-in-law, Jose Santos, Luis Gouveia and Albino Gouveia and several
siblings from childhood. He is survived by his sisters; Virginia Santos, Angelina Gouveia and Maria and her
husband Armando Melo. He leaves behind as well one brother Joao Santos and his wife Helena. Ramiro was the
baby of the family. He will also be sadly missed by his in-laws; Maria and Guilherme Batista; several brothers and
sisters-in-law, many nieces and nephews and friends he made along his journey in life. Also by his sweet
companion of 13 years; his cat Fifi. Resting at Corbett Funeral Home, 95 Dundas Street, Cambridge where the
family will receive friends on Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Rosary will be recited at the funeral home
on Thursday evening at 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima R. C. Church,
Elgin Street South, Cambridge, on Friday, July 20, 2007, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Parklawn Cemetery. If
I had a single flower for every time I think about you, I could walk forever in my garden
SEKERAK, Stephen "Zack" - Passed away after a courageous battle with cancer at the Grand River Hospital,
Kitchener on Monday, July 16, 2007 at the age of 48 years. Loving husband and best friend of Dawn. Father to
James (Pam). Poppa to Jordan and Kennedy. Steve will be sadly missed by his mother-in-law Lottie Rafuse; mother
Carol; his siblings, Michael, Theresa and David, as well as his nieces, nephews and extended family. Steve's
presence will be forever remembered by his many friends and acquaintances. A memorial gathering to celebrate
Steve's life will be held at his home on Saturday, July 28, 2007 from 2-5 p.m. In memory of Steve, donations may
be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Grand River hospital by contacting Coutts Funeral Home &
Cremation Centre, (519)621-1650.
THOMPSON, Gerald Herbert, P. Eng. - Peacefully, passed away at Sunnyside Home in Kitchener with his
family at his side, on Sunday, July 15, 2007 at the age of 82 years. Beloved husband of Joyce (Lightly) Thompson
for 61 years. Dear father of Brian of Kitchener, Sandra and her husband Jack Robertson of Calgary and Karen and
her husband Henning Corswandt of Barrie. Loving grandfather of Jennifer and Todd (Amanda) and greatgrandfather of Olivia Joyce. Survived by his sister-in-law, Edna Lightly and nieces, Mary Lou Dixon (Bob), Johnna
Lee Dalrymple (Brian) and nephew, David Thompson (Suzanne) and their families. Predeceased by his parents,
Charles and Lucy Thompson and his brothers, Charles (Marjorie) and John (Betty). Gerry worked as an Engineer
for the City of Kitchener and was a pioneer in the formation of the Engineering Department at the Region of
Waterloo. He was a faithful charter member of St. James-Rosemount United Church for many years as well as
being a volunteer in community organizations. Jogging and curling were longtime passions that were part of his
active lifestyle. The family wishes to thank the dedicated staff and volunteers at Sunnyside Home for their loving
care. Friends may call at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King Street West, Kitchener on Friday July 20,
2007 from 2-4 p.m. and from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Saturday July 21, 2007 at 11 a.m. at St. JamesRosemount United Church, with interment following at Woodland Cemetery, Kitchener. In memory of Gerry,
donations to St. James-Rosemount United Church or the Sunnyside Home Foundation would be appreciated.
WARWICK, Margaret E. - At St. Mary's General Hospital, Kitchener, on Sunday, July 15, 2007, Margaret E.
Warwick, of Kitchener, in her 62nd year. Loving daughter of the late Robert and Elva (Oliver) Warwick. Dear
sister of June White of RR 5, Goderich. Also predeceased by brother-in-law, Gerry White. By Margaret's request,
there will be no funeral home visitation or service. A celebration of Margaret's life will be held at the Moose Lodge,
Kitchener at a later date. Cremation. Donations to the Lung Association gratefully acknowledged. McCallum &
Palla Funeral Home , Goderich, 519-524-7345. Friends may sign the Book of Condolences at
www.mccallumpalla.ca
ARTHUR A. BENNINGER 1918 - 2007 Went to be with his Lord, on Tuesday, July 17, 2007, at the K-W Health
Centre of Grand River Hospital, in his 89th year. Loving husband of Helen (nee Baechler) for 58 years. Survived
by his sisters, Rose Quillan of South Carolina and Betty Kramer of Kitchener; also by his brother-in-law and sisterin-law, Wilf and Rita Steffler of Waterloo. Lovingly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by
his parents, Ignatius and Catherine Benninger; brothers, Isadore, Joe and Ed; and sisters, Josephine, Julia and
Regina. Art was born on September 14, 1918 in Formosa, Ontario. As a young man he served our country in the
Second World War. He was a retired employee of Kitchener Lumber and was an avid gardener. Art was a longtime
member of St. Michael's RC Church where he was an usher for 35 years, and also belonged to St. Joseph's Society
in Formosa. Friends are invited to share their memories of Art during visitation at the Erb & Good Family
Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo, today (Thursday, July 19, 2007) from 7-9 p.m., with Parish Prayers at
8:45 p.m. The Funeral Mass to celebrate Art's life and faith will be held at St. Michael's RC Church, 240 Hemlock
St., Waterloo, on Friday, July 20, 2007 at 10 a.m., the Rev. James Malone as celebrant. Interment in Parkview
Cemetery, Waterloo. Reception will follow the interment in the Fireside Reception Room of the Erb & Good
Family Funeral Home. Condolences for the family and donations to St. Joseph's St. Agatha, Heart and Stroke
Foundation of Ontario or a charity of your choice may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or
www.erbgood.com. In living memory of Art, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the
funeral home.
ASHBY, John Ernest - Passed away peacefully, at home, on Tuesday, July 17, 2007, at the age of 64. Beloved
longtime companion, friend and husband of Sheila; loving step-father of Steven and Alana and husband Shawn;
adoring Poppa John to grandsons Bradley and Ryan. Predeceased by his parents, Ernie and Elsie Ashby and his
brother, Roger Ashby. John's zest for everyday life was to be admired. He had a generous and caring nature and
would always go out of his way to help those around him, in whatever way he could. John and Sheila were
inseparable and adored and loved each other as they travelled and shared good times with all their family and
friends. John was passionate for music and enjoyed, loved and cherished Bradley and Ryan. Friends will be
received at the Westmount Funeral Chapel , 1001 Ottawa Street South (at Westmount Rd.), Kitchener on
Saturday, July 21st, 2007 from 10 until 11 a.m. A celebration of John's life will be held in the Chapel of the funeral
home at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the Canadian Cancer
Society would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by contacting the funeral home at (519) 743-8900.
Share fond memories of John online at www.mem.com.
BELL, Robert Mark - Passed away peacefully, at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 17th, at the age of 59 years. Beloved
husband of Alannah (nee Kelly). Lovingly remembered by his children, Craig Bell (Michelle Frey) of Conestogo,
Corie Ronson (Peter) of Markham, Alicia Wind of Guelph, Justin Wind of Conestogo and Joel Wind of Waterloo.
Cherished brother of Lorna Bell of Trenton, Bryan Bell (Loretta) of Victoria, BC., Kevin Bell (Debbie) of
Westport, Marnie (Michael St. John) of Toronto, Terry (Pat Harber) of Orillia, Bud Bell (Sheryll) of Ladysmith,
BC., Erin Bell (Richard Desrocher) of Orillia, Michael Bell of Toronto, Brady Bell (Betty) of Chemainus, BC., and
Tara Jones (Darren Born) of Trenton. Loving brother-in-law of Moira (Tony Foerster) of Le Pas, Kieran Kelly
(Kathy) of Elmira, John Kelly (Emma) of Waterloo, Joe Kelly (Carol) of Elmira, Barbara (Paul Grosz) of Elmira,
Peggy (Ray Clement) of Elmira, Ronald Graham (Marie) of Newmarket, Marilyn (Bob Atkinson) of Ingersoll,
Janet (Bruce Murphy) of Ingersoll and James Graham of Toronto. Mark will also be lovingly remembered by his
mother's family, the Valdrons, from the Dalhousie area in New Brunswick, as well as being remembered by his
many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Robert and Mabel Bell; his first wife, Lois Graham; stepmother, Marj Bell and brother, Shawn Bell. Mark spent 29 years with the Waterloo Catholic District School Board
as a principal, teacher and a consultant. He was also a member of the Waterloo Male Police Chorus and an active
member of St. Louis RC Church. Mark's family will receive relatives and friends on Friday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9
p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener 519-749-8467. Parish prayers 8:45 p.m.
Friday evening. Prayers will be offered in the funeral home chapel at 9:20 a.m. Saturday, July 21, 2007 followed by
procession to St. Louis RC Church (53 Allen St. E., Waterloo) for Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Cremation to follow.
Following the funeral mass, a reception will take place in the parish hall. As expressions of sympathy, donations to
the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home).
The family wishes to extend heartfelt appreciation to the nursing staff of Grand River Hospital and the Grand River
Regional Cancer Centre, the Conestoga Fire Department and paramedics, Dr. Brian Bell, Dr. Baskerville, Dr.
Califaretti, Dr. Tan, Dr. Ward and the palliative care team: Joan, Sara, Paula, Debbie and Kelly. Thank you to all
the family, friends and neighbours for the calls, cards and "care" packages. A special thank you to Dr. Larry Kelly,
Father Bernie Hayes, Father Cornelius O'Mahony and Father Fred Scinto. Visit www.henrywalser.com for Mark's
memorial.
DAHMER, David Larry - Passed away peacefully, Wednesday, July 18, 2007, at Freeport Health Centre of Grand
River Hospital, at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Ruth (nee Cress) Dahmer for 58 years. Loving father of Judy
Schneider and her husband Bill of Ayr, Marg Dahmer of Kitchener, Larry Dahmer and his wife Kathy of Port
Colborne. Dear grandfather of David (Carrie), Cathy (Bill), Jim (Susan), Bill (Heather), John, Jordan, Caleb and
Kate. Great-grandfather of Amanda, Wesley, Megan, Joshua, Brittany, Chelsea, Justin and Nathaniel. Survived by
his sister-in-law, Mary Jauch. Predeceased by his brother, Douglas Dahmer. Larry retired from the fracture room at
K-W Hospital in 1991 after 37 years service. A celebration of life service will take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday,
July 21, 2007 at Forward Baptist Church, 455 Myers Rd., Cambridge, 519-621-6566. Pastor Gordon Phillips
officiating. A reception will take place at the church following the memorial service. In lieu of flowers, donations to
the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre may be arranged by calling the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 519-7498467. Visit www.henrywalser.com for Larry's memorial.
GASPAR, Joaquim M. "Joe" - Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, July 17,
2007, at Sunnyside Home, at the age of 84. Beloved husband of Maria Jose Gaspar (nee Pinto) for 62 years. Loving
father of Maria Carnide and her husband Joaquim, Lucilia Ferreira and her husband Manuel and Mavildia (Mandy)
Caldeira and husband Luis all of Kitchener. Dear Avo of Lucy, Delia (Kristian), Nancy (Rob), Daniel (Tammy),
Peter, Steven (Jessica), Monica (Chris). Dear Visavo of Summer Leigh, Dylan. Survived by his brother, Artur
Gaspar of Portugal. Joaquim's family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the
Henry Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Parish prayers 8:30 p.m. Thursday
evening. Prayers will be offered in the funeral home chapel at 10:20 a.m. on Friday, July 20, 2007 followed by
procession to St. Anthony Daniel R.C. Church (29 Midland Dr., Kitchener) for Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Father Earl
Talbot officiating. Interment Woodland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Alzheimer Society would be
appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Special thanks to the Sunnyside staff for the loving
care given to our husband, father and grandfather over the years. Visit www.henrywalser.com for Joaquim's
memorial.
LINDNER, Austin Herbert - Died suddenly in Dinsmore, Saskatchewan at age 74, July 16, 2007. Survived by
brothers, Ed (Doris), George (Jean), Bill (Ruth); sister, Laurine (Stan) Player. Predeceased by parents, Andrew and
Frieda (Koehler); sister, Margaret Koellner; brothers, Wilf, Milt, Andy and Con. Funeral service and burial on
Friday, July 20 in Dinsmore, Saskatchewan.
MELONG, Mary "Nana" - Suddenly, in her home, on Thursday, July 12, 2007, in her 83rd year. Predeceased by
her husband, Henry in 1966; sister, Veronica McKinnon and brother, Bill Tkoch. Mary was the loving mother of
Norman and wife Rolande of Kirkland Lake, Nancy and the late Robert Blanchfield of Kirkland Lake, Michael and
wife Gillian of London, Henry and wife Sally of Kirkland Lake, Darlene and husband Wayne Hopf of Cambridge,
David of Kirkland Lake, Kathy and husband Peter Klimtschuck of Sudbury, Kevin and wife Angela of North Bay
and Theresa Tofflemire of Elko Nevada. Nana's famous home cooking and hugs will be fondly remembered by
grandchildren, Jason and wife Tia, Robin, Ian and wife Shannon, Angela and husband Daryl, Duker and wife
Raina, Nicole, Sadie Rose, Natasha and her partner Frank, Adam, Kayla, Alissa, Callan, Nicholas, Malcolm, Erin
and ten great-grandchildren. Mary devoted herself to her nine children after her husband, Henry passed away, when
their youngest child, Theresa, was the tender age of 4 days old. She was always happiest when her family was
around her, and took great pride in each and every one of them. Nana was a hero to all of them, and had strength of
character one could only hope to emulate. Family meals were always an event, and it was amazing how seamlessly
she could prepare fabulous dinners for large groups. Even more astonishing was the number of new faces that
tended to show up at these meals. Her love for cooking stayed with her until her last day. She touched the lives of a
huge extended family, and was a great example of humanity at its best. Her home was always welcoming to all who
entered, and no matter how tough things would be, always found the positive in any situation. Her empathy and
sensitivity helped guide the lives of many of that extended family. She will forever be held fondly in the hearts of
all who knew her. We know that she will continue to watch over us, as she has always done, never worrying about
herself, but ensuring others are looked after. Thank you Nana, we love you and miss you dearly already. The family
will receive relatives and friends at the Monette & French Funeral Home, on Tuesday, July 24, 2007 from 10 - 11
a.m. A Funeral Service will follow in the "Teck-Hughes Chapel" of the Monette & French Funeral Home. Mary
will be laid to rest in the Kirkland Lake Cemetery. Donations in Mary's memory may be made to the Kirkland &
District Hospital Foundation (P.O. Box 3000 Kirkland Lake, ON. P2N 3P4). Condolences, donations or lighting of
a candle may be made on-line at www.monettefrench.com. Arrangements entrusted to Monette & French Funeral
Home, 450 Government Rd. West, Kirkland Lake, 705-567-3565.
SMITH, Leonard Alfred (Len) - Of Plattsville, passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, July 17, 2007, at the
Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, Kitchener. Beloved husband and best friend of Sadie (nee
Wettlaufer). Dear father of Greg of Plattsville and Joanne and husband Michael Badior of New Westminster, B.C.
Sadly missed by his granddaughter, Bethany. Also remembered by his sister, Margaret and her husband Robert
Wood of Guelph and by his sister-in-law, Mary Jane Smith of Kitchener. Predeceased by his parents, Peter L.
Smith and Lena Ruth Zinn. and by his brother, Ivor. Len had worked at the Plattsville Mill for many years and then
retired from Drumbo Transport after 23 years of service. He was a classic car enthusiast and enjoyed playing cards
with his friends. Relatives and friends may call at the Glendinning Funeral Home, 40 William St., Plattsville, on
Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be conducted from the Funeral Home Chapel on Friday July
20, 2007 at 2 p.m. Rev Daniel MacLean officiating. Interment in Chesterfield Cemetery. In lieu of flowers,
donations to Canadian Cancer Society or Plattsville United Church (cheques accepted) would be appreciated by the
family.
THOMPSON, Gerald Herbert, P. Eng. - Peacefully, passed away at Sunnyside Home in Kitchener with his
family at his side, on Sunday, July 15, 2007 at the age of 82 years. Beloved husband of Joyce (Lightly) Thompson
for 61 years. Dear father of Brian of Kitchener, Sandra and her husband Jack Robertson of Calgary and Karen and
her husband Henning Corswandt of Barrie. Loving grandfather of Jennifer and Todd (Amanda) and greatgrandfather of Olivia Joyce. Survived by his sister-in-law, Edna Lightly and nieces, Mary Lou Dixon (Bob), Johnna
Lee Dalrymple (Brian) and nephew, David Thompson (Suzanne) and their families. Predeceased by his parents,
Charles and Lucy Thompson and his brothers, Charles (Marjorie) and John (Betty). Gerry worked as an Engineer
for the City of Kitchener and was a pioneer in the formation of the Engineering Department at the Region of
Waterloo. He was a faithful charter member of St. James-Rosemount United Church for many years as well as
being a volunteer in community organizations. Jogging and curling were longtime passions that were part of his
active lifestyle. The family wishes to thank the dedicated staff and volunteers at Sunnyside Home for their loving
care. Friends may call at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King Street West, Kitchener on Friday July 20,
2007 from 2-4 p.m. and from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Saturday July 21, 2007 at 11 a.m. at St. JamesRosemount United Church, with interment following at Woodland Cemetery, Kitchener. In memory of Gerry,
donations to St. James-Rosemount United Church or the Sunnyside Home Foundation would be appreciated.
AICHELE, Rev. Jakob - Peacefully, at St. Mary's Hospital, in the morning of Wednesday, July 18, 2007, in his
83rd year. Beloved husband of Edith Aichele (2002). Cherished father of Ingrid (John) Petronic. Loving
grandfather of Nancy (Paul) Friess, John Jr. and great-grandfather of Emmalee and Julia Friess. Predeceased by his
parents, Jakob and Christine Aichele, two brothers and four sisters. Jakob and his wife Edith were residents of the
Bridgeport Community for 42 years, where they ran The Log Cabin Restaurant for 4 years. After the sale of the
restaurant, he spent 30 years working for Dare Foods and he became an avid woodworker in his spare time. He was
also a member of the Einigkeit Klub of Kitchener. Relatives and friends will be received at the SchreiterSandrock Funeral Home and Chapel, (519-742-4481) 51 Benton St., Kitchener today (Friday) from 2-4 and 7-9
p.m. Jakob's funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Saturday, July 21, 2007 at 1 p.m. Rev.
Harold Staubi officiating. Interment Bridgeport Memorial Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may
be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario. Online condolences may be sent to the family through
www.schreiter sandrockfuneralhome.com
ASHLEE ELIZABETH TERRI-LYNNE COUGHLIN July 7, 1987 - July 18, 2007 Finally at peace after a long
struggle with mental illness. Survived by her parents, Alan and Laura; her brothers, Jean-Paul and Patrick Nelson,
Matthew, Michael and Shamari Coughlin and by her sisters, Sarah and Tracy Coughlin and her grandparents, Tony
and Tina Usher. Ashlee loved animals, crafts and Coca-Cola. Ashlee struggled for many years and has now
succumbed to her mental illness. She was supported by her family, friends and caregivers, all of whom Laura and
Al wish to thank. Ashlee loved the outdoors and was passionate about the beach, where we enjoyed many walks
together and swimming. Disney World was just one of the highlights as well as trips to Saskatchewan and NorthWestern Ontario. Her goal was to visit a friend in Edmonton and to transition to a group home. Ashlee's family will
receive friends at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home , 621 King Street West, Kitchener on Saturday, July 21, 2007
from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Funeral Services will follow from the Ratz-Bechtel Chapel on Saturday at 2:30 p.m.
Interment will be held at Williamsburg Cemetery, Kitchener. In lieu of flowers, donations to Child and Adolescent
Inpatient Program at Grand River Hospital Kitchener, Child and Parent Resource Institute in London and Regional
Mental Health Care-London, would be appreciated.
BELL, Robert Mark - Passed away peacefully, at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 17, at the age of 59 years. Beloved
husband of Alannah (nee Kelly). Lovingly remembered by his children, Craig Bell (Michelle Frey) of Conestogo,
Corie Ronson (Peter) of Markham, Alicia Wind of Guelph, Justin Wind of Conestogo and Joel Wind of Waterloo.
Cherished brother of Lorna Bell of Trenton, Bryan Bell (Loretta) of Victoria, B.C., Kevin Bell (Debbie) of
Westport, Marnie (Michael St. John) of Toronto, Terry (Pat Harber) of Orillia, Bud Bell (Sheryll) of Ladysmith,
B.C., Erin Bell (Richard Desrocher) of Orillia, Michael Bell of Toronto, Brady Bell (Betty) of Chemainus, B.C.,
and Tara Jones (Darren Born) of Trenton. Loving brother-in-law of Moira (Tony Foerster) of Le Pas, Kieran Kelly
(Kathy) of Elmira, John Kelly (Emma) of Waterloo, Joe Kelly (Carol) of Elmira, Barbara (Paul Grosz) of Elmira,
Peggy (Ray Clement) of Elmira, Ronald Graham (Marie) of Newmarket, Marilyn (Bob Atkinson) of Ingersoll,
Janet (Bruce Murphy) of Ingersoll and James Graham of Toronto. Mark will also be lovingly remembered by his
mother's family, the Valdrons, from the Dalhousie area in New Brunswick, as well as being remembered by his
many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Robert and Mabel Bell; his first wife, Lois Graham; stepmother, Marj Bell and brother, Shawn Bell. Mark spent 29 years with the Waterloo Catholic District School Board
as a principal, teacher and a consultant. He was also a member of the Waterloo Male Police Chorus and an active
member of St. Louis RC Church. Mark's family will receive relatives and friends today (Friday) from 2-4 p.m. and
7-9 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener 519-749-8467. Parish prayers 8:45
p.m. Friday evening. Prayers will be offered in the funeral home chapel at 9:20 a.m. Saturday, July 21, 2007
followed by procession to St. Louis RC Church (53 Allen St. E., Waterloo) for Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Cremation
to follow. Following the funeral mass, a reception will take place in the parish hall. As expressions of sympathy,
donations to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the
funeral home). The family wishes to extend heartfelt appreciation to the nursing staff of Grand River Hospital and
the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre, the Conestoga Fire Department and paramedics, Dr. Brian Bell, Dr.
Baskerville, Dr. Califaretti, Dr. Tan, Dr. Ward and the palliative care team: Joan, Sara, Paula, Debbie and Kelly.
Thank you to all the family, friends and neighbours for the calls, cards and "care" packages. A special thank you to
Dr. Larry Kelly, Father Bernie Hayes, Father Cornelius O'Mahony and Father Fred Scinto. Visit
www.henrywalser.com for Mark's memorial.
BRUNK, Nyle (Second World War Veteran) - Peacefully, at Lee Manor in Owen Sound, on Thursday, July 19,
2007, in his 87th year. Nyle H. Brunk, loving husband of Marion Brunk (nee Jones) and the late Alma (nee Hipel).
Loving father of Sharon and her husband John Danilko, Beverley O'Donoghue, Rodger and his wife Jan, Gwen and
her husband neil Lamont and Karen Morrison. Loved grandfather and great-grandfather. Dear brother of jean (Mrs.
Allan Bowring), Delmer Brunk and his wife Jean, Della (Mrs. Albert Watts), Helen (Mrs. John Gingrich) and Betty
(Mrs. Bob Border). Brother-in-law of Sandra (Mrs. Ronald Brunk). Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his brother, Ronald. Following Nyle's request, a celebration of life will be held at a later date. As an
expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Leprosy Foundation or to the charity of your choice would be
appreciated by the family and may be made by calling Breckenridge-Ashcroft Funeral Home , (519) 376-2326.
CAROLA WELTZ (nee Hahn) June 1, 1914 - July 18, 2007 Passed away on July 18, 2007 at Leisureworld
Caregiving Centre, Elmira. She was 93. She was the last surviving member of her family; predeceased by brothers,
Ernest, Leo and Alex Hahn; sisters, Eleanor Geberdt, Florence Kreller and Rufina Kirkness; nieces, Sandra
(Kreller) Hayley, Barbara Kirkness; nephews, Jerome Geberdt, George Kirkness and John Helwig. She is survived
by her son, Hugh (Dianna) Weltz of Elmira; grandsons, Nathan (Linda) Weltz, Eric (Beth Dupuis) Weltz, and
granddaughter, Tina Weltz. She is also survived by nephews, Donald Geberdt, Glen Hahn, Raymond Weltz and
Howard Weltz; nieces, Elsie (Helwig) Weppler, Betty (Weltz) Watson, Carol (Kirkness) Barr, Jean (Hahn) Schaaf,
Helen (Jerome) Geberdt and a cousin, Lloyd Mogk. The family will receive friends and relatives at the Erb &
Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Sunday, July 22, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The
funeral service will be held on Monday, July 23, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 78 John St. W.,
Waterloo, the Rev. Robert Krestick officiating. Interment in Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo. As expressions of
sympathy, donations to The Lutheran Hour would be appreciated by the family and may be arranged through the
funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of Carola, a tree will be planted through the
CLARK, David Raymond - Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, July 18, 2007, at his
home, at the age of 61. Beloved husband of Lois Clark of Kitchener. Dear father of David of Peterborough, Dawn
Gorrie and her husband Bret of Oshawa, Jaime Bickerton and her husband Brett of Kitchener. Beloved grandfather
of Kevin, Jacob, Benjamin, Matthew, Ethan and Cameron. Brother of Joan (Jack) Scammell of Oshawa, Warner
Clark of Burlington and Glenna Legacy of Oshawa. David will also be missed by his cousin, Ardythe McGarry.
David was employed at Budd Automotive for 36 years as a tool and die maker. David's family will receive relatives
and friends on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and on Monday from 12 noon to 12:45 p.m. at the Henry Walser
Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Funeral service 1 p.m. on Monday, July 23, 2007 in
the chapel of the funeral home. Interment at Woodland Cemetery followed by a reception at the funeral home. In
lieu of flowers, donations to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre or the charity of your choice would be
appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com for David's memorial.
CODERNIZ, Ilidio - At Cambridge Memorial Hospital, on Thursday, July 19, 2007, at the age of 68. Beloved
husband of Maria Joao (Machado) and beloved father of John of Cambridge. Dear brother of Joao Coderniz, Maria
da Esperanca Borges, Vitalina Machado Coderniz, Jose Machado Coderniz, Antonio Machado Coderniz, Henrique
Machado Coderniz, Idalina Borges Coderniz, Inocencio Borges Coderniz and Odete Borges Coderniz. Dear uncle
of Armando Lima, Alberto Garcia and Francisco Garcia. He was predeceased by his sister, Olinda Borges Coderniz
and his brothers, Francisco Machado Coderniz and Armando Borges Coderniz. Resting at the Corbett Funeral
Home , 95 Dundas Street, Cambridge where the family will receive friends on Friday, July 20, 2007 (today) from
2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Elgin Street S. Cambridge on
Saturday, July 21, 2007 at 3 p.m. Interment Mount View Cemetery. Rosary to be recited Friday evening at 8 p.m.
www.corbettfuneralhome.ca
FLECHTMANN, Wilfred - Age 57, passed away peacefully, at home in Woodstock, on July 18, 2007. He was
formerly of Waterloo. Survived by daughter, Kristen; his fiancee, Linda Watmough, Woodstock; sisters, Irene and
her husband Mahmut Parlar, Hamilton, and Veronica and her husband Richard O'Brien, Kitchener, as well as
nephew, Jay Parlar and his wife MaryEllen, and nieces, Sarai and Melissa Parlar of Hamilton. He was predeceased
by his parents, Fred and Estha Flechtmann. A family service in Waterloo will follow cremation.
GEORDIE SIM 1950 - 2007 Geordie passed away peacefully, at home with his family, on Thursday, July 19,
2007, at the age of 57. Beloved husband of Sandy for 33 years. Loving father of Heather and Helen and pal Bailey.
Dear son of George Sim. Lovingly remembered by brothers, Brian (Arlene) and Craig. Dear son-in-law of Clemy
and Elmer Hill, brother-in-law of Ruth Ann and Larry Hammond and Brenda and Steve Straus and remembered by
his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his mother, Idella (2002). Family and friends are invited to share their
memories of Geordie during memorial visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street
South in Waterloo, on Sunday, July 22 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Cremation has taken place. The memorial service to
celebrate his life will be held at St. Jacobs Calvary United Church, 48 Hawkesville Rd., St. Jacobs, on Monday,
July 23, 2007 at 11 a.m. A committal service will follow at a later date. A very heartfelt thank you to Dr.
Rosenstein, Dr, Vitou, Dr. Gregor, Dr. Borth, Dr. Craig and Dr. Ward and nurses at Grand River Hospital
Hemodialysis Unit. A special thank you to the Care Partners nurses, Sandy and Heather. Geordie and family
appreciated the compassion and care given by everyone. Condolences for the family and memorial donations to the
Grand River Hospital Hemodialysis Unit or St. Jacobs Calvary United Church Building Fund may be arranged by
contacting the funeral home at 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of Geordie, a tree will be
planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
LOWERY, Edward "Ted" - At Townsview Life Care Centre, Hamilton, on Wednesday, July 18, 2007. Edward
"Ted" Gordon Lowery, formerly of Mount Forest, in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Dilys (Morgan)
Lowery. Father of Jennifer, Jackie, Mike and Shawn. Ted will be sadly missed by Chuck and Lorraine Cromwell
and their family. Friends may call at the Hendrick Funeral Home, Mount Forest, on Monday, July 23, 2007 from
12 noon until time of the funeral service at 2 p.m. Interment at Mount Forest Cemetery. Memorial donations to the
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at
RUPPEL, Margaret M. (Mrs. Murray) - Peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 18, 2007
at Heritage House, St. Jacobs. Margaret (Young) Ruppel in her 90th year of Elmira. Beloved wife of the late
Murray J. Ruppel (2002). Loving mother of Tom Ruppel of Uxbridge, Ross and Gene Ruppel of St. Jacobs, Jim
Ruppel of Kitchener, and Linda and Dennis MacLeod of Stratford. Dear grandmother of Adam Ruppel and Sean
Ruppel of Uxbridge, Kim and Derek Doidge of Waterloo, Chris Ruppel of Kitchener, Jeff and Kerri MacLeod of
Simcoe and Trevor MacLeod of Toronto, and great-grandmother of Cassy and Erik Ruppel, Julia, Reagan and Tate
MacLeod. Sister and sister-in-law of Robert and Doris Young of Kitchener and Lois Ruppel of Waterloo.
Predeceased by her parents, Cora and Clarence Young and daughter-in-law, Karen Ruppel. Margaret was a lifelong resident of Elmira, moving to Heritage House in 2005. She was a faithful member of St. Pauls Lutheran
Church, Elmira. After raising her children, she worked for dentists Carbert and Shutsa until she retired. The family
will received their friends and relatives at the Dreisinger Funeral Home , Elmira on Friday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9
p.m. At 9 a.m. today (Saturday), transfer will be made to St. Pauls Lutheran Church, Elmira for funeral service at
11 a.m. with Rev. Richard Frey officiating, followed by cremation. Interment of cremated remains will be in St.
James Lutheran Cemetery, Elmira at a later date. In her memory, donations to St. Pauls Lutheran Church
Accessibility Fund would be appreciated by the family as expressions of sympathy. The family appreciates the
excellent and caring staff of Heritage House during her stay there.
SEBASTIAN, Siegfried Wilhelm - Passed away on Wednesday July 18, 2007 at K-W Health Centre of Grand
River Hospital, Kitchener. Siegfried was born 67 years ago in Limbach (Russdorf), Germany. Survived by his
loving wife and best friend, Rose (nee Frankovits) to whom he was married for 41 years. Loving and devoted father
of Karin and Monika and partner John, all of Kitchener. Brother of Lore and husband Michael Poschner, Christian
and wife Agnes Sebastian. Siegfried is also survived by his mother-in-law, Steffie Frankovits; his sisters-in-law,
Edith and husband Karl, Eva and husband Dan as well as many nieces and nephews. Siegfried was predeceased by
his parents, Christoph and Marianne (Wildenhain) Sebastian. Siegfried was a tool and die maker at MTD Products
and retired in 2005. He loved to work on his hobby farm and spend time at his exercise club. He was a longtime
member of the Transylvania Club. Family and friends may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home , 291 Huron St.,
New Hamburg on Sunday July 22, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Monday July
23, 2007 at the funeral home at 2 p.m. with Pastor A. Pfeiffer officiating. Interment in Wilmot Centre Cemetery. As
expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre or the charity of one's
choice. A special thank you to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre, the nurses and doctors in emergency and
on the 8th and 5th floors.
BARTMAN, Catherine Magdelena Leis - Our dear Mother passed away on July 18, 2007 at Nithview Home,
New Hamburg. Catherine was born in Wellesley, Ontario on June 16, 1929 and was the daughter of the late John
and Catherine (Wagler) Leis. She moved to Toronto as a young woman where she trained at St. Michael's Hospital
and became a Registered Nurse. For many years she worked at St. Michael's Hospital Emergency Department and
later at The Hospital for Sick Children. Catherine also worked at Nursing Homes in Toronto, Kitchener and finally
in Palliative Care. Loving mother to her three daughters, Julia (Martin) Libling of Phoenix, AZ, Martha (Tobias)
Heyworth of Havelock and Sandra Bartman of Waterloo. Sadly missed by her grandchildren, Kathryn and Adam
Libling. Dear sister of Erma and Ervin Steinmann and Florence and Harold McFarlane all of New Hamburg and
sister-in-law to Arvilla Leis of Tavistock and Jean Leis of Kitchener. Also remembered by Melvin Bartman of
Dorset, Gordon Bartman of Willowdale and Doreen Hodgins of Powasson. Catherine was predeceased by her
brothers, Vernon and Ralph Leis and brother-in-law, Wilbert Bartman. The family will receive friends at the Mark
Jutzi Funeral Home, 291 Huron St., New Hamburg on Wednesday, August 8, 2007 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. Interment at Steinmann Mennonite Church Cemetery, Baden. In memory
of Catherine, donations to Nithview Home or the Alzheimer's Society would be appreciated.
BOLDUC, Dorothy Isabel (nee Whale) - Of Drayton. Peacefully, on Friday, July 20, 2007 in her 76th year.
Beloved wife of the late Milton Bolduc. Dear mother of Kathy and Ron Cherrey of Drayton, Bill and Janice Ralston
of Waterloo, and Linda and Richard Brimblecomb of Drayton. Loving Grandmother of Kelly (Jason) Davies, Ryan
(Jennifer) Cherrey, Kendra Cherrey and her friend Kevin Horst and Dianne (Shawn) Smith. Great-grandmother of
Cole, Caden and Maddie Cherrey, Jaxxon Davies, and Jessica and Brooke Smith. Fondly remembered by Bill and
Dawn Ralston. Predeceased by her parents, Ross and Beatrice Whale. The family will receive friends at the
Heritage Funeral Home , Drayton on Sunday July 22, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be
held in the Drayton United Church on Monday July 23, 2007 at 2 p.m. As expressions of sympathy donations to the
Drayton United Church or Palmerston Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
DURICHEN - Peacefully, at St.Mary's Hospital, Kitchener, on Monday, July 16, 2007. Elizabeth Durichen (nee
Jackert) of Huron St., Woodstock in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Fritz A. Durichen (1993). Dear mother
of Ellenore Durichen St. Clair of Waterloo, Gary (Louise) and Alfred (Pauline) all of Kitchener. Loved
grandmother of Alexander and Rosslyn St. Clair, Matthew, Luke (Helena) and Annalyn Durichen. Cherished greatgrandmother of Patrick, Jaquline, Santos, Carlos and Ivy. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial service will be
held at Bethany Lutheran Church, 175 Springbank Ave., Woodstock on Saturday, September 22, 2007 at 11 a.m.
with Pastor Richard Holm officiating. Interment took place in the Anglican Cemetery. Contributions to Bethany
Lutheran Church, Woodstock would be appreciated and may be arranged through the R.D. Longworth Funeral
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ELIE, Richard Warren - Passed away unexpectedly at Ottawa General Hospital on Thursday, July 19, 2007 at the
age of sixty. Beloved husband of Susan (nee Kubesheski). Loving father of Tammy, Kimberly and Krystle and
father-in-law to Brian and John Paul. Adored Grandpa of Julia and Meagan. Richard was predeceased by his father,
Raymond Elie and is survived by his mother, Agnes (Pasco) and sisters Marilyn, Marie, Arlene and brothers Ralph
and Chris. He will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, in-laws, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
Richard will be fondly remembered for his incredible sense of humour, admired and respected for his strength and
determination and constant desire to lend a helping hand. Although he lived in Kitchener most of his life, he would
spend every spare moment in Barry's Bay and Killaloe, enjoying the excitement of the outdoors. We will miss him
with all of our hearts. Richard's family will receive relatives and friends on Sunday, July 22 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
at O'Reilly Funeral Home in Barry's Bay, Ontario. Funeral service will be held at St. Andrew's Catholic Church in
Killaloe, Ontario on Monday, July 23, 2007.
HERTZBERGER, Elsie E. - God in His gracious love and perfect time has welcomed Elsie home. She passed
away on Friday July 20, 2007, at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, in her 98th year. Devoted and
loving wife of the late Percy Hertzberger who predeceased her in 1987. Beloved mother of Marlene (Lorne)
Gamble of Chatham, Lois (Gordon) Bergen of Waterloo, Patricia (Peter) Rand of Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
Cherished grandmother of Lynda (Richard) McFadden, Laurie Sue (Nicholas) Reekers, James (Donna) Gamble,
Shelley (Jamie) Kropf, Thomas (Eileen) Bergen, Stephen (Corinne) Bergen, Margaret (Joseph) St. Jean, Charles
(Nicole) Rand, Jeffrey (Danial) Rand, Andrew (Cheryl) Rand and Christopher Rand. Elsie is also survived by
twenty-seven dearly loved great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. One brother, Milt Schmidt of Boston
also survives. She was predeceased by her parents, Carl and Emma Schmidt; sisters, Martha Sim and Bertha Nutter
and brothers, Albert and Carl Schmidt. Elsie was a long time active member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church,
participating in many organizations and singing in the church choir for many years. Throughout her life she touched
many lived with her loving and giving ways. She will be missed by many friends, young and old. The family thank
those who so enriched her life with your visits, your prayers and your love, especially during her years in the
retirement home. Also thank-you to the staff at Freeport Health Unit, 3rd floor west. We so appreciate how you
cared for Mom and for all of us with such compassion and gentleness. Cremation has taken place and there will be
no visitation. A memorial service to celebrate Elsie's faith and life will be held at St. Mark's Lutheran Church,
Kitchener, on Friday, July 27, at 2 p.m. A reception to share memories of Elsie and visit with the family will take
place in the parish hall of the church following the service. A private family internment service will be held at
Woodland Cemetery, Kitchener. If desired, donations in Elsie's Memory may be made to St. Mark's Lutheran
Church (Global Hunger and Development), The Canadian Cancer Society, Grand River Hospital (Freeport Health
Unit) or a charity of your choice. Arrangements through Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home , 519-745-9495.
KATHLEEN "NORA" CLUTTON 1910 - 2007 Passed away peacefully at The Westmount Nursing Home in
Kitchener on Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at the age of 97. Nora was born on February 4, 1910 in Lewisham, England
to the late John and Maud Maloney. Nora was predeceased by her husband, David George Batcock whom she was
married to for 49 years, and her second husband, Alex Clutton. Nora is survived by her loving children, David
(Norma) Batcock of Ottawa, Mary Doggrell of Waterloo and Janet Mead of Waterloo and her step-children, David
(Sandy) Clutton of Toronto and Marilyn Post of Waterloo. Nora was predeceased by her sons-in-law, William
Doggrell and William Mead; her step-son-in-law, Donald Post and granddaughter, Joyce Mead. She is survived by
11 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. Also, five step-grandchildren, seven
step-great-grandchildren and one step-great-great grandchild. Nora was known for her fine knitting skills and her
volunteer service at the Adult Recreation Centre. A celebration of Nora's life and faith will be held at Glen Acres
Baptist Church, 223 Hartwood Avenue, Waterloo, on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at 3 p.m. A lunch and time of
fellowship will be held in the church hall immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations in
memory of Nora may be made to the Westmount Nursing Home or Glen Acres Baptist Church and may be
arranged by contacting the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street South in Waterloo, 519-7458445 or www.erbgood.com. The family wishes to thank the staff at The Westmount for their compassionate care of
our mother and grandmother. In living memory of Nora, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning
LEUSZLER, Robert Addison - Died June 23, 2007 at Forest Heights Long Term Care, a few days remaining
before his 92nd birthday. Beloved step-father of RONALD A. WILSON , and step-father-in-law of Dorothea.
Beloved step-grandfather of Rex Wilson, Courtice; Michael Wilson, Kemptville; LaVonne Burtt, Manotick; Lisa
DeJong, Cobourg. Beloved step-great-grandfather of Cassandra, Dane, Lyndon, Liam, Jordon, Benjamin, Colin,
Andrew, Stephanie. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Patricia Wilson (nee Zamulinski) in 1995; his sisters, Doris
Engel and Ruby Butler, and his brothers, Oliver, Russel and Harvey. Survived by his brother, Morris, Port
Coquitlam, B.C.; sister-in-law, Ruby McGee and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Born in New Hamburg;
enjoyed school, worked on farms, restaurant, played hockey. As a young adult, he migrated to Sudbury to work,
first as a dishwasher, then several mines. Boy meets girl, married June 1939. Settled family in Kitchener, a Mom
and Pop shop, Rockway Groceries, now Castle Inn. Enlisted in R.C.A.F. At discharge, trained in carpentry at
Eastwood Veterans Centre. Shoveled coal for Hogg Co. until hired by Neibert Construction. Soon became a Master
Carpenter and foreman. Built many homes in K-W area including many on a country road, now called Glasgow.
Increased his skills by taking draughting and then carpentry specialties like cabinet-making, etc. Enjoyed his family
and developed 1135 Victoria N. lot into a tiny paradise, now Harvey's plus remainder of the mall. Traveled from
coast to coast of his beloved Canada. Took his grandchildren individually on several trips; examples,
Saskatchewan, Sudbury, etc. Robert was proud to be 100% Canadian. Thought Democracy, Monarchy and
Spirituality as per Judeo-Christian ethic is the foundation of paradise called Canada. Voted in every election. Never
grumbled about taxes. Said that taxes are good and necessary to the functioning of Society. But, of course, citizens
are to be alert to make certain they are spent beneficially and accountably. In retirement, took pleasure in and
contributed to Rockway and Breithaupt Senior Centres. Assisted in the implementation of a multitude of projects,
walking-tours, bike-tours. Square dancing was a passion for many years. Above all, Robert was keen in surprising
his grandchildren with unusual cards, crafts and gifts, for their many celebrations; example, putting 20x25¢ (new)
into a 1 cu. ft. box for Christmas. For his son, a clear-glassed wine bottle filled with maple syrup. Memorial service
on Sunday, July 22, 2007 at Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home and Cremation Centre , 621 King St. W., Kitchener.
Visitation from 12 noon. Celebration of Robert's life, formally, at 2 p.m. led by Reverend Arnold Proud.
Pallbearers; Rex, Michael, LaVonne, Lisa. Reception at 3 p.m. DVD presentation and memorabilia throughout
except formal service. Interment, Monday, July 23 at 10:30 a.m., Leuszler Family plot, Riverside Cemetery, New
Hamburg. If desired, your expression of condolences may be made through donations to any local hospital or a
charity of your choice.
MARY ANN THOMPSON (NEE TAYLOR) Passed away suddenly, on July 7, 2007, at Columbia Forest Long
Term Care Centre in Waterloo. Her family is extremely grateful to the caring staff there who brought a smile to
Mary Ann's face during her stay. Mary Ann lived a full and happy life, traveling widely and enjoying her summers
at the family cottage with her best friend and husband of 61 years, William Kenneth Thompson. He predeceased
her in 2002. Born April 6, 1919, she lived in Toronto until 2001 when she moved to Luther Village in Waterloo
where she quickly made many new friends. The warmth, wit, and wisdom of Mary Ann - mother, grandmother, and
great-grandmother - will be dearly missed by her family; children, Carl (Mary) Thompson of Waterloo, Arlene
(Christopher) Russell of Los Angeles, California, and Geof (Muriel) Thompson of Grimsby; grandchildren,
Jennifer (Walt) Hauer of Norwalk, Connecticut, Simon Thompson of Waterloo, Danielle (Steve) Chamberlin of
Belmont, California, Andrew Thompson (Alison DeMuy) of Waterloo, and Alan (Angela) Thompson of Waterloo;
and great-grandchildren, Alice, William, Elise, and Rebecca. A Memorial Service celebrating Mary Ann's life will
be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, July 27, at Mount Zion Lutheran Church, 29 Westmount St. S., in Waterloo. Her
wish was that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Sick Children's Hospital in Toronto or a charity of your
choice and may be made privately or through the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo,
519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com. In living memory of Mary Ann, a tree will be planted through the Trees for
NIXON, Charlie - Peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, London on Thursday, July 19, 2007; Charles Owen Nixon
former longtime resident of Ayr, in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen Blakey (2004); dear father
of Kathleen (Liz) and husband David R. Bates of London, and Charles Nixon (Lori) of Guelph; grandfather of
Meredith and Emily Nixon. Also dearly missed by his extended family. Predeceased by daughter, Patricia Ann
(1962); brother, Edward (2004), and sisters, Jane Beattie (1994) and Patricia Alpine (2004). Charlie was very proud
of his 50-year Gold membership in the Brick Layer and Stone Mason Union; served overseas during the Second
World War with the 5th Division Signals Corps; very involved in the Scouting movement before and after the war;
proud member of the Ontario Archaeology Association; an environmentalist; a conservationist; and a longtime
devoted member of Christ Anglican Church, Ayr. In the past few years, he had taken up watercolour painting.
Friends will be received at the A yr Chapel, Wm. Kipp Funeral Home , 183 Northumberland Street, Ayr on
Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Christ Anglican Church, Manley Street, Ayr on
Monday, July 23 at 2 p.m. Reverend France Ouimet-Wilson officiating. Donations in Charlie's memory may be
made to the Christ Anglican Church, K-W Food Bank or Amnesty International. Online condolences or donations
may be arranged through www.wmkippfuneralhome.com or by contacting Wm. Kipp, 519-442-3061. Many knew
the man - few remember the boy! He gave what he had - giving was indeed his joy. Hard work and simple
pleasures, but there was always a smile. To find a better man one will have to walk many a long mile. Charlie - you
will be greatly missed.
NORMAN G. PLANT 1947 - 2007 At Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, on Friday, July 20, 2007,
at the age of 60 years. Loving husband of Delight (nee Bernard); devoted father of Melissa (fiance, Peter Duckett)
and Meaghan Pitcher (Matthew). Lovingly remembered by his brother, David Plant (Linda); sister, Lorraine Liss
(Eric); mother-in-law, Jennie Bernard; brother-in-law, Albert Bernard (Joan); and nephews, Shawn Jordon (Kelly),
Bruer and Nathan Liss, Shane Bernard (Lori), and Trevor Bernard (Roseanne). Predeceased by his parents, Harold
and Louise Plant. Norman was an employee of Hitachi Truck Construction, Guelph. Friends are invited to share
their memories of Norman with his family during visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King
St. S., Waterloo, on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Norman's life will be held in the
chapel of the funeral home on Monday, July 23, 2007 at 11 a.m. A reception will follow in the Fireside Reception
Room of the funeral home. Condolences for the family and donations to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre
and may be arranged by the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com. In living memory of Norman, a
tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
RICHARDSON, Arthur "Art" - It is with tremendous sadness we announce the passing of our devoted father, a
truly unique man on Thursday, July 19, 2007 at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital. Gone to be with his
beloved wife of 60 years and best friend Margaret, Arthur was predeceased by his son, Douglas (September 2006).
Loving father of Donald Richardson, Jane Penner (Art), Catherine Richardson (Glenn Bender) daughter-in-law
Francy Richardson. Arthur will be missed by eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Arthur's family will
miss his quick wit, honesty and sense of humor. Predeceased by his brother Jack; sister, Lily and parents, Arthur
and Amy (nee Webb) Richardson and great-grandson, Nicholas. Arthur was a veteran and a long-standing member
of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #50. For years Arthur volunteered with the Poppy Fund. Arthur's family will
receive relatives and friends on Sunday and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home ,
507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Legion service 7 p.m. Monday evening. Funeral service 11 a.m.,
Tuesday, July 24, 2007 in the chapel of the funeral home. Interment Woodland Cemetery followed by a reception at
the funeral home. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Poppy Fund would be appreciated by the family
(cards available at the funeral home) Loving you always … forgetting you never. Visit www.henrywalser.com for
Art's memorial.
BAST, Floyd - Passed away, peacefully from throat cancer, surrounded by his family, on Friday, July 20, 2007, at
his son's home, at the age of 79. Beloved husband of the late Viola Bast of Waterloo. Dear father of Brian and his
wife Kathleen. Predeceased by his son Mark. Sadly missed by granddaughter, Ashley. Grandfather of Victor and
Stephanie Bast of Kitchener. Much loved uncle of Cheryl and Rob Boes and their children, Danielle and Adam of
Kitchener, Lynne and Kevin Culley of Waterloo and their children, Cora and Amber; Greg and Polly Lichty of
Nova Scotia. Fondly remembered by brothers, Robert of Kitchener and William of Saskatchewan. Predeceased by
brothers, Cliff and Arnold. There will be a private interment at a later date. Donations to Care Partners of Waterloo
Region (www.carepartners.ca) or The Red Cross of Waterloo Region who made Floyd's final days relaxing for the
family. Arrangements are entrusted to the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home 519-745-9495. To share memories of
Floyd Bast go to www.mem.com
BENGERT, Richard - Passed away Sunday, July 22, 2007, at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, at
the age of 71. Beloved husband of Joanna (nee Swierczynska) Bengert for 36 years. Proud father of Richard Jr. and
his wife Nadine of Waterloo and Annemarie Ill and her husband Shayne of Kitchener. Loving grandfather of Paige
and Serena Bengert and Sydney and Owen Ill. Dear brother of Irma Breiter (Marion), Elsa Lorenz (Henry), Robert
Bengert (Helene), Annemarie Leupolt (Reiner), and Inge Seibold (Robert). Predeceased by his parents, Jakob and
Hilda (nee Nepp) Bengert; his brother, Konrad and sister, Stephanie. Cremation has taken place. Richard's family
will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral
Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Memorial service 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 in the
chapel of the funeral home. As expressions of sympathy donations to Freeport Health Centre - Palliative Care
would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Special thanks to the nurses on the 3rd
floor of Union Terrace at Freeport Health Centre for their excellent care and kind support. Visit
www.henrywalser.com for Richard's memorial.
BOSHART, Melvin L. - Passed away, peacefully, to meet the Lord at his residence in Crosshill, on Saturday, July
21, 2007. Melvin was born in Wilmot Centre 75 years ago. Son of the late Noah Boshart and the late Victoria
Wagler. Melvin was a faithful member of the Crosshill Mennonite Church. Mel was the founder of Boshart
Industries Inc. and celebrated 50 years in business in 2005. He retired in 2006 due to poor health. Cherished
husband of Eileen Boshart (Zehr) of Crosshill. Loving father of Gary and his wife Gloria Boshart of R.R. 1,
Milverton, Joyce and her husband Myron Jantzi of Wellesley and Jayne Boshart and her fiancee Jim Mullins of
Listowel. Dear brother of Roy and Willetta Boshart of New Hamburg, Orlin Boshart of Tavistock, Verna and
Christian Wagler of Wilmot Centre. Brother-in-law of Lydia Zehr of Baden. Ever remembered by his
grandchildren, Krista Boshart, Jeremy Kuepfer, Jessica, Julianne and Daniel Jantzi, Nicole and Erin Hartung and
Rebekah Boshart. Predeceased by a daughter, Joan; by two brothers-in-law, Lloyd and Ervin Zehr and a sister,
Dorothy and sister-in-law, Norma Zehr. Visitation at the Futher Bros. Funeral Home , 1172 Henry St. in
Wellesley where family and friends were received on Sunday and will be received today (Monday) from 7-9 p.m.
only. At noon on Tuesday, July 24, 2007 removal will be made to the Crosshill Mennonite Church for the funeral
service at 2 p.m. Pastor Jamie Gerber will officiate. Interment will follow in Rush's Cemetery. Memorials to the
Crosshill Mennonite Church Building Fund, or to the Mennonite Central Committee or to the Regional Lung
Association would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
CUTLER, Nellie N. - Peacefully, on Saturday, July 21, 2007, at her home, Nithview Home in New Hamburg.
Nellie was formerly of Wellesley. She was born in North Easthope Township 93 years ago. Daughter of the late
Alfred Margetts and the late Edith Schmidt. Nellie was a member of First St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Wellesley
and was active with the Mary Martha Society of the church. Nellie operated a Hair Dressing Salon from 1955 to
1981. She was very active with the Wellesley Women's Institute, Wellesley North Easthope Agriculture Society
and the Wellesley Horticultural Society. She showed a great love for flowers and gardening. Lovingly remembered
by ten nieces and nephews. Reta and Neil Klaassen, Larry and Jane Margetts, Carol Cannon, Claire and Marty
Margetts, Yvonne and Doug Horne, Tim Margetts, Roger and Jeanette Margetts, David and Sharon Margetts, Mark
and Susan Margetts, Heather and Patrick DeJong. Sister-in-law of Arlean Mrs. Roberts of Seaforth. Predeceased by
her husband Charles A. Cutler Aug. 31, 1954; by four brothers, Roy, Arthur, Alfred and James and by sisters-inlaw, Hazel and Muriel. Visitation at the Futher Bros. Funeral Home , 1172 in Wellesley where family and friends
will be received today (Monday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral service will be conducted at First St. Paul's
Lutheran Church in Wellesley on Tuesday, July 24, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Andy Schroth will officiate.
Interment in the Church Cemetery. Memorial donations to First St. Paul's Lutheran Church would be appreciated as
de VRIES, Reinder- Of Palmerston, went home to be with his Lord, peacefully on Saturday, July 21, 2007 in his
80th year. Beloved husband of Annie (Venema) de Vries for 52 years. Dear father of Rita and her husband Craig
Oldham of Brampton, George de Vries and his wife Linda of RR 2 Palmerston, and Karel de Vries of Mississauga.
Loving Opa of Maren and her husband Adam Geldart of Acton, Jayma Oldham and Thane Goodlet of Innisfil, Kyle
Oldham and Cobi Oldham both of Brampton; Rebecca, Danielle, Peter, Rudy, Sarah, Grace and Hannah de Vries
all of RR 2 Palmerston. The family will receive friends at the Palmerston Christian Reformed Church, 500 Whites
Road, Palmerston on Tuesday July 24, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Rev. Fred Folkerts assisted by Rev. Chris
Schievink will conduct the Funeral Service in the Palmerston Christian Reformed Church on Wednesday July 25,
2007 at 1:30 p.m. Interment Palmerston Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be
appreciated Arrangements entrusted to Heritage Funeral Home, Palmerston 519-343-3800.
DENNIS, Ernest of Harriston - At North Wellington Health Care, Palmerston on Saturday, July 21, 2007 in his
84th year. Beloved husband of Shirley Dennis and dear father of Terrance Dennis and his wife Frances of Drayton;
grandfather of Thomas Dennis of Brantford, Greg Porter and his wife Jennifer of Drayton and Christopher Porter of
London and great-grandfather of Aiden Porter. Remembered by his step-children, Wanda and Gary White of
Ottawa, Brock and Tammy Shannon of Harriston, Mark Shannon of Toronto, Gregory and Brenda Shannon of
Toronto, Jeffery and Kim Shannon of London and Teri-Lin Mulholland of London and by his step-grandchildren
Samantha and Hugh Shannon, Jared and Joshua White, Drew, Lindsay and Kara Shannon, Emily, Beth and
Katherine Shannon, Michael and Katrina Dore and Sydney and Sonja Mulholland. Brother of Goldora Simmons of
Harriston and Kenneth and Francine Dennis of Smiths Falls. Predeceased by his first wife Jean Dennis and by his
brothers and sisters Della McGee, Myrtle Harper, Ruby Morgan, Romona Dick, Bernice Casemore, Beulah Dennis,
Stanley Dennis, Clayton Dennis, Russell Dennis, Earl Dennis, Raymond Dennis, Kenneth Dennis and Dunnevan
Dennis. Friends may call, at the Hardy-Lee Funeral Home, Harriston today (Monday) from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
where the funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 24 at 11 a.m. A graveside committal service will follow at
McKee Cemetery, Belwood, Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. Memorial donations to the Lung Association or the
Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
DENOMME, Geraldine "Red" (nee Montag) - Passed away, peacefully, on Friday, July 20, 2007, at K-W
Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, at the age of 75. Beloved wife of the late Clemence (Blackie) Denomme
(1993). Loving mother of Suzanne Chapman and her husband Scott of Waterloo, Michael Denomme and his wife
Bonnie of Calgary and Adele Denomme of Sarnia. Grandmother of Nicole, Kimberly and Ryan. Great-grandmother
of Caleb, Jenna, Peyton, Savannah, Braedon, Taylor, and Tiegen. Dear sister of Shirley Mayer of Waterloo, Lorne
(Pep) Montag and his wife Shirley of Kitchener and sister-in-law of Florence Montag of Kitchener. Predeceased by
parents Norman Montag and Mary Heintzman and step-father, Jerome Heintzman; sisters, Eileen Gingerich and
Joyce Engel and brothers, Jerome, Clare and Victor Montag. Red was a member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch
#50. Red's family will receive relatives and friends from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today (Monday) at the Henry Walser
Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener 519-749-8467. Legion service 7:30 p.m. Monday evening. Parish
prayers 8:30 p.m. Monday evening. Prayers will be offered in the funeral home chapel at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday,
July 24, 2007 in the chapel of the funeral home followed by procession to St. Anthony Daniel R.C. Church for
Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Fr. Earl Talbot officiating. Interment Memory Gardens Cemetery followed by a reception
at the funeral home. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the St.
Anthony Daniel Parish Life Centre would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit
www.henrywalser.com for Red's memorial.
GINGERICH, Clifford Dale - Suddenly, at Grey Bruce Health Services, Southampton, on Saturday, July 21, 2007
Clifford Dale Gingerich, of Zurich, passed away in his 55th year. Left to mourn are his parents, Cleve and Margaret
Gingerich of Zurich; his mother-in-law Mary Gingerich of New Hamburg; his wife and best friend Delores
Gingerich of RR 3 Zurich and his children, Chris (Krista) of RR 2 Zurich, Cory (Sarah) of Exeter and Val of
London. Loving grandpa of Nolan. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Rick and Marg Gingerich, Marlene and
Dennis Estep, Char and Dan Elliott, Don and Sharon Gingerich, Ralph and Yvonne Gingerich and Sandi and Leo
MoCarron. Sadly missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his father-in-law Curtis
Gingerich. Cliff was the co-owner and service Manager of C.G. Equipment Ltd. devoted member of Zurich
Mennonite Church and an active member of the Zurich & District Chamber of Commerce and the Bluewater
Community Development Foundation. Visitation in the Zurich Mennonite Church, Zurich-Hensall Rd. on Tuesday
and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Family and friends are invited to the committal service on Thursday, July
26, 2007 at 1 p.m. in the Zurich Mennonite Cemetery, Goshen Rd. S. followed by a Memorial Service at the Zurich
Mennonite Church at 2 p.m. pastor Phil Wagler officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Bluewater
Community Development Foundation, Zurich Mennonite Church, Bluewater Medical Health Center, Heart and
Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the Hockey Ministries International. J. M. McBeath Funeral Home, Zurich (519236—4365). Condolences may be forwarded through www.jmmcbeathfuneralhome.com A tree will be planted as a
living memorial to Cliff Gingerich.
HOFFARD, Roy G. - Suddenly, with his family at his side, at St. Mary's Hospital, on Friday, July 20, 2007, in his
92nd year. Roy Hoffard of Kitchener, loving companion and friend of Margaret. Dear father of William and wife
Marie of Stratford, Sharon Allen and husband Phillip and Roy Jr., all of Kitchener. Cherished by ten grandchildren,
fifteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. Predeceased by his wife, Dorothy (1973) and also
predeceased by two sisters and a brother. Mr. Hoffard served with the Military Police during the Second World
War and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion - Waterloo Branch #530. Friends will be received at the
Ratz Bechtel Funeral Home & Cremation Centre , 621 King St., W., Kitchener today (Monday) from 2-4 and 79 p.m. A Memorial Service under the auspices of the Royal Canadian Legion - Waterloo Branch 530 will be
conducted at the funeral home on Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Services will be conducted in the funeral
home chapel on Tuesday, July 24, 2007 at 11 a.m. Reception to follow in the Ratz Bechtel Family Centre.
Interment Memory Gardens, Breslau. Remembrances to St. John's Lutheran Church, Willow St., Waterloo or the
Royal Canadian Legion - Waterloo Branch 530 Poppy Fund would be greatly appreciated by the family. To share
memories of Roy Hoffard go to www.mem.com The funeral home apologizes for the incorrect obituary
announcement which appeared in the paper on Saturday.
LEE, Jayme - Our cherished little girl became our guardian angel on Wednesday, July 18, 2007. Cherished
daughter of Scott and Paula. Little sister of Megan. Beloved granddaughter of Nick and Yayoi, Bethia and the late
Douglas. Sadly missed by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Jayme's funeral service will be held, surrounded by love,
on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home (519-742-4481) 51
Benton Street. Interment Williamsburg Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations made to the Education
Fund for Megan would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family through
www.schreitersandrockfuneralhome.com
LUCY ANN TAILBY 1916 - 2007 Passed away at her home at the Sunshine Centre of Luther Village on the Park,
on Saturday, July 21, 2007 at the age of 90. Lucy is survived by her son David and his wife Bonnie Tailby and her
daughter Pat and her husband Derek Babcock; her grandchildren, Jeffrey, Chad, Corina, Shelley, Kelly, Wesley,
Meredith, Stephen, Benjamin and her great-grandchildren, Amber, Mason, and Gage. Lucy is also survived by her
sister Mary Hudspeth of Kitchener. She was predeceased by her husband Ralph Tailby in 1978; her daughter Ann
Elizabeth Litke in 1999; sisters, Eunice, Irene, Adria, Gene (Bud) and her brothers, Tom and Jimmy. Friends are
invited to share their memories of Lucy with her family during visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral
Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo, on Monday, July 23, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Mass of Christian
Burial will be celebrated at St. Louis RC Church, 53 Allen Street East, Waterloo on Tuesday, July 24 at 10 a.m.
with the Rev. Ray Reitzel C.R. as Celebrant. Interment to follow at Woodland Cemetery, Kitchener. Condolences
for the family and donations to the Rotary Club of Kitchener may be arranged through the funeral home,
519.745.8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of Lucy, a tree will be planted through the Trees for
Learning program by the funeral home.
MARY ANN THOMPSON (NEE TAYLOR) Passed away suddenly, on July 7, 2007, at Columbia Forest Long
Term Care Centre in Waterloo. Her family is extremely grateful to the caring staff there who brought a smile to
Mary Ann's face during her stay. Mary Ann lived a full and happy life, traveling widely and enjoying her summers
at the family cottage with her best friend and husband of 61 years, William Kenneth Thompson. He predeceased
her in 2002. Born April 6, 1919, she lived in Toronto until 2001 when she moved to Luther Village in Waterloo
where she quickly made many new friends. The warmth, wit, and wisdom of Mary Ann - mother, grandmother, and
great-grandmother - will be dearly missed by her family; children, Carl (Mary) Thompson of Waterloo, Arlene
(Christopher) Russell of Los Angeles, California, and Geof (Muriel) Thompson of Grimsby; grandchildren,
Jennifer (Walt) Hauer of Norwalk, Connecticut, Simon Thompson of Waterloo, Danielle (Steve) Chamberlin of
Belmont, California, Andrew Thompson (Alison DeMuy) of Waterloo, and Alan (Angela) Thompson of Waterloo;
and great-grandchildren, Alice, William, Elise, and Rebecca. A Memorial Service celebrating Mary Ann's life will
be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, July 27, at Mount Zion Lutheran Church, 29 Westmount St. S., in Waterloo. Her
wish was that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Sick Children's Hospital in Toronto or a charity of your
choice and may be made privately or through the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo,
519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com. In living memory of Mary Ann, a tree will be planted through the Trees for
MOONEY, Eileen (R.A.F. Veteran of the Second World War) - With family by her side at the Royal Victoria
Hospital, Barrie on Saturday, July 21, 2007. Eileen Mooney of Barrie, in her 85th year. Eileen Day was a war bride
of the late Richard Hocken Mooney. Loving mum of Barbara Amos (Bryan), Jacqueline Garrett (Robert) and
Richard (Diane). Cherished nannie of Sean, Kevin, Christopher, Mary-Elizabeth, Patrick, David, Joshua, Jordon
and great-nannie of Kristin, Karli, Deanna, Lee William and Nykola. Dear sister of Jack, Ralph, Doreen, Barbara,
Gwen and Joan. Predeceased by brothers, Joe and Eric. Special thank you is extended to Dr. Mills and staff of the
Royal Victoria Hospital for their thoughtfulness and care. Friends may call at the Steckley-Gooderham Funeral
Home (Clapperton and Worsley Streets), Barrie on Tuesday from 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held from
Trinity Anglican Church (24 Collier Street), Barrie on Wednesday July 25, 2007 at 1 p.m. Cremation. Memorial
donations to a charity of choice would be greatly appreciated. Condolences may be forwarded to the family through
www.steckleygooderham.com.
NIXON, Charlie - Peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, London on Thursday, July 19, 2007; Charles Owen Nixon
former longtime resident of Ayr, in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen Blakey (2004); dear father
of Kathleen (Liz) and husband David R. Bates of London, and Charles Nixon (Lori) of Guelph; grandfather of
Meredith and Emily Nixon. Also dearly missed by his extended family. Predeceased by daughter, Patricia Ann
(1962); brother, Edward (2004), and sisters, Jane Beattie (1994) and Patricia Alpine (2004). Charlie was very proud
of his 50-year Gold membership in the Brick Layer and Stone Mason Union; served overseas during the Second
World War with the 5th Division Signals Corps; very involved in the Scouting movement before and after the war;
proud member of the Ontario Archaeology Association; an environmentalist; a conservationist; and a longtime
devoted member of Christ Anglican Church, Ayr. In the past few years, he had taken up watercolour painting.
Friends were received at the A yr Chapel, Wm. Kipp Funeral Home , 183 Northumberland Street, Ayr on Sunday
from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Christ Anglican Church, Manley Street, Ayr on Monday, July
23 (today) at 2 p.m. Reverend France Ouimet-Wilson officiating. Donations in Charlie's memory may be made to
the Christ Anglican Church, K-W Food Bank or Amnesty International. Online condolences or donations may be
arranged through www.wmkippfuneralhome.com or by contacting Wm. Kipp, 519-442-3061. Many knew the man
- few remember the boy! He gave what he had - giving was indeed his joy. Hard work and simple pleasures, but
there was always a smile. To find a better man one will have to walk many a long mile. Charlie - you will be
greatly missed.
RICHARDSON, Arthur "Art" - It is with tremendous sadness we announce the passing of our devoted father, a
truly unique man on Thursday, July 19, 2007 at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital. Gone to be with his
beloved wife of 60 years and best friend Margaret, Arthur was predeceased by his son, Douglas (September 2006).
Loving father of Donald Richardson, Jane Penner (Art), Catherine Richardson (Glenn Bender) daughter-in-law
Francy Richardson. Arthur will be missed by eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Arthur's family will
miss his quick wit, honesty and sense of humor. Predeceased by his brother Jack; sister, Lily and parents, Arthur
and Amy (nee Webb) Richardson and great-grandson, Nicholas. Arthur was a veteran and a long-standing member
of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #50. For years Arthur volunteered with the Poppy Fund. Arthur's family will
receive relatives and friends on Sunday and Monday (today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral
Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Legion service 7 p.m. Monday evening. Funeral service 11
a.m., Tuesday, July 24, 2007 in the chapel of the funeral home. Interment Woodland Cemetery followed by a
reception at the funeral home. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Poppy Fund would be appreciated by
the family (cards available at the funeral home) Loving you always … forgetting you never. Visit
www.henrywalser.com for Art's memorial.
STOCKIE, Murray Gerard - Passed away peacefully with family at his side after a long and brave battle with
cancer on Saturday, July 21, 2007 at Freeport Health Centre at the age of 66. Beloved husband of the late Connie
(nee Jadeski). Loving father of John Stockie and his wife Petra Menz of Vancouver, Christine Stockie of Kitchener
and Tracy Williams and her husband Kevin of Waterloo. Dear 'Grampy' to Eli and Emily. Loving brother of
Patricia Braniff and her husband Dan of Collingwood. Predeceased by his parents, Albert and Charlotte (nee
Meyer) Stockie. Murray began his career with the Toronto-Dominion Bank, followed by a move to London where
he became divisional accounting manager for Bell Canada. He then spent several years working for the Budd
Company of Canada, where he eventually became Treasurer. He spent a few years with Grebb Footwear before
joining Lavern Asmussen Ltd. After several years, he bought the company with his partner, George Percival.
Together, they ran their General Contracting business for 18 years. Murray is a past president of the General
Contractors division of the Grand Valley Construction Association. He enjoyed curling and was a member of the
KW Granite Club where he also served as president. He loved to golf, and was a member of the Westmount Golf
and Country Club and later, the Sauble Golf and Country Club. Murray was a devoted and long time 4th Degree
member of the Kitchener Knights of Columbus, Council 1504. He was Knight of the year in 1972, and served on
the Council executive as treasurer and president. Murray thoroughly enjoyed over 50 summers at his cottage at
Sauble Beach, sharing countless good times with those he loved. The family would like to sincerely thank all our
friends and relatives who have been a constant source of support, care and laughter. If wealth is measured in
friendship, then our father was truly a wealthy man. Thanks also to Dr. Moolman and the staff at Freeport Hospital
for their kindness and tender care. Murray's family received relatives and friends on Monday from 7-9 p.m. and will
receive relatives and friends today (Tuesday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507
Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Parish Prayers and Knights of Columbus service 8:30 p.m. Tuesday
evening. Prayers will be offered in the funeral home chapel at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 followed by
procession to St. Anthony Daniel R.C. Church (29 Midland Dr., Kitchener) for Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Fr. Earl
Talbot officiating. Cremation to follow. After the Funeral Mass, a reception will be held at the Kitchener Knights of
Columbus Hall on Manitou Drive. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre would
be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com for Murray's
memorial.
TABBERT, Vera - Peacefully, at her residence, on Friday, July 20, 2007 in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late
Bill Tabbert (1995). Loving mother of Susan Bishop, Russel Bishop and his wife Cheryl and by stepsons, William,
Don (Sherry), Wayne, John (Joan). Will be sadly missed by nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Lovingly remembered by her sister, Rose Tyerrell of England. Respecting Vera's wishes there will be no visitation
or service. Private family interment at Parklawn Cemetery (Cambridge). Donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke
Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society or to local hospitals would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements are
entrusted to Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home , 519-745-9495.
THOMSON, Peter - Peter Thomson passed away, peacefully, at home, surrounded by the love of family, on
Friday, July 20, 2007, in his 74th year, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. The loving husband of Elsie
(Elizabeth Moore) for 53 years. Beloved father of Helen Kocmarek (Bill), Brian (Kathleen), Kevin (Milly), Anne
Struthers (Peter), and Joan Munro (Robert). Proud grandfather of Andrea, Daniel, Michael, and Katie Kocmarek,
Erin and Peter Thomson, Turner and Taylor Thomson, Jamie, Matthew, and Collin Struthers, and Kendra, Kristin,
and Jenna Munro. Peter is survived by his two sisters, Anne Underwood (Norman), of Edmonton, Alberta and
Nancy Douglas (Lynn), of Linwood, Scotland. Peter will be sadly missed by his brothers-in-law, Tom (Betty), Jim
(Donna), Ian (Joanne) and Nigel (Cathy) Moore and will be fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews.
Peter was born in the village of Linwood, Scotland on August 12, 1933, to Alexander and Agnes Thomson. Peter
was a master carpenter and a talented builder and inventor who enjoyed a life long pursuit of adventures and new
experiences. This thirst for adventure led Peter to immigrate to Canada in 1954 where he settled in Kitchener,
Ontario and became a proud Canadian. Peter moved to Ayton, Ontario in 1975 to enjoy the new challenges of life
as a farmer. In 2003, Peter retired from farming and carpentry and moved to Owen Sound, Ontario where he took
up sailing with the same passion that he applied to his many other interests and hobbies. Peter was driven to build
things and leaves behind a legacy of hundreds of projects but his greatest legacy was his five children and 14
grandchildren. Friends may call at the Brian E. Wood Funeral Home , 250 - 14th Street, Owen Sound, Ontario, on
Tuesday, July 24 from 7- 9 p.m. A Celebration of Peter's life will be held at the Funeral Home Chapel on
Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Ted Creen officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.
Donations in memory of Peter may be made to the Grey-Bruce Health Services Foundation or to the Canadian
Cancer Society as your expression of sympathy. " A brave heart stopped beating, two busy hands are stilled. Rest in
Peace Dad"
VOSKAMP, Gerry - of Atwood, at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Saturday July 21, 2007 in her 72nd year.
Beloved wife of John Voskamp. Remembered by her children, Bert, Geraldine, Wilma, Marian, Henry, John,
Darryl; 25 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; five sisters and two brothers. Predeceased by her sons, Erick and
John Arthur; two grandsons; one great-granddaughter; two sisters and one brother. Visitation at Peebles Funeral
Home , Atwood Tuesday July 24, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Bethel Christian
Reformed Church, Listowel on Wednesday July 25 at 11 a.m.
WADDELL, Paul - Passed away suddenly on Friday July 20, 2007 at Stratford General Hospital. Paul resided in
Milverton and was born 66 years ago in Newton. A son of the late Hugh and Catherine (McConaghy) Waddell.
Beloved husband of Shirley (Burnett) Waddell whom he married July 31, 1965. Loving father of Heather and
husband Rob McEwen, Dale and wife Sheryl Waddell, Wanda and husband Tom Snow all of Milverton. Proud
Papa to Matthew, Ally, Kassy, Maguire, baby angel Mark, and Hayden. Also missed by his sisters, Shirley and
husband Gerry Reis of Brunner, Joan and husband Sandy McTavish of Newton, Ruth Symons and friend Jim
Davies of Kincardine, Jean and husband Charlie Mohr of Restoule, June and husband Bill Coulter of Milverton;
sisters-in-law, Wilma Jordan of Linwood, Donna and husband Lloyd Sippel of Listowel, Liz and husband Jim
Barker of R.R. # 2 Atwood, Carolyn and husband Greg Aitkin of Ingersoll. Paul was predeceased by brothers, Cam,
Murray and twin brother, Peter in infancy; sister, Joyce and husband Bill Reis; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Pat
and Eilleen Burnett and brother-in-law, Doug Burnett. Paul was a member of Burns Presbyterian Church, Milverton
and also the Milverton and District Snowmobile Club. Paul drove for the Milverton Legion Band and was a
volunteer with the Milverton Beautification Committee. Paul retired from A.W. Millwrights. He enjoyed
woodworking as a hobby, and most of all cherished the countless hours spent with his grandchildren. Family and
friends may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 7 Spencer Street, Milverton on Tuesday July 24, 2007 from 2-4
and 7-9 p.m.. The funeral service to celebrate Paul's life will take place on Wednesday July 25, 2007 at 2 p.m. at
Burns Presbyterian Church with Rev. James Stewart officiating. Interment to follow in Greenwood Cemetery,
Milverton. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to Burns Presbyterian Church or Milverton
Beautification Committee.
WARNING, Frederick Earl - Passed away peacefully Friday July 20, 2007, at the Cambridge Memorial Hospital.
He was 84. Fred will be lovingly remembered by his wife Pat, (nee Wade); his sister, Mrs. Jean MacMaster of Glen
Morris, his sister-in-law, Mrs. Betty Cook of Cambridge and by his children: Edward (Ted) Warning and wife
Susan of Cambridge and their children, Jeremy Warning and wife Madeleine and granddaughter Olivia all of
Toronto, Danielle Warning and Lindsay Warning, both of Cambridge, Robert (Bob) Warning and Lynda Stevenson
of Paris and Bob's daughter, Sherry and Jerry Thorpe and their children, Katie-Sue and Randy all of Owensboro
Kentucky, as well, Bob's daughter Sarah Warning of Paris, Douglas (Doug) and wife Evelyn of Sauble Beach and
their children, Michael and his wife Cynthia Warning of Toronto and Jennifer Warning of Collingwood, Kimberley
(Kim) Wareham and husband Allan and their children, Marc and Justin, all of Cambridge. Fred was predeceased by
his eldest sister, Mrs. Dorothy Cocker of Paris Ontario and by his Father and Mother, Earl Warning born
Brantford/Cainesville Ontario and Eva Mae Warning (nee Lemon) born Teeterville Ontario. Fred was a member of
the RCAF Second World War and a past member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 126. The family will
receive friends at the Barthel Funeral Home, 566 Queenston Rd., Cambridge, on Wednesday July 25 2007,
viewing from 11 a.m., service to follow at 1 p.m. As expressions of sympathy and in lieu of flowers, donations will
be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
WHITELAW, Karen Lynn - Passed away peacefully at Cambridge Memorial Hospital on July 21, 2007 at the age
of 40. Beloved wife of Glynn and Step-mother of Kyle Young of Hamilton. Dear daughter of Doug and Barbara
Morgan of Waterloo. Loving sister of Paul Morgan of Kitchener, Darryl Morgan of Woodbridge and Sherry Cook
and husband Larry of Cambridge. Dear sister-in-law of Rick (Marilyn), Cheryl(Jim), Brenda, Gerald, Rob (Lissa),
Karen(Gary) and Kathy. Karen is also survived by God-son Billy Cook and several nieces and nephews. Karen was
predeceased by her father-in-law Gerald and her mother-in-law Dolores Whitelaw. Karen was a volunteer at
Grandview Public School and at the breakfast club at the Church of the Nazarene(Preston). Resting at the Corbett
Funeral Home , 95 Dundas Street, Cambridge where the family will receive friends on Wednesday July 25, 2007
from 7 p.m.- 9p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday July 26,2007 at 1 p.m. in the funeral home Chapel.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to The Scleroderma Society of Ontario would be appreciated by the family.
GORDON, Mary - Passed away peacefully on Sunday July 22, 2007 at St. Mary's Hospital in her 81st year.
Beloved wife of the late Jim (2004). Cherished mother of Linda and her husband Wayne Bethune and James (Jim)
and his wife Trisha all of Ayr, Cathy and her husband Derrick Arndt of Kitchener, Susan Bethune of Paris and
Diane and her husband Art Drover of Preston. Mary was the loving grandmother of eight grandchildren and a very
special great-grandmother to six great-grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by her sister Margaret and her
husband Morris Hogg of Preston and brothers-in-law Frank Gowing of Galt and Herb Wenk of Tennessee.
Predeceased by her sisters, Ruth Gowing, Eleanor Wenk and her brother John Carothers. Mary was a hairdresser in
Ayr for over 36 years. A service to celebrate Mary's life will be held at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507
Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467 on Friday, July 27, 2007 at 11 a.m. Fr. Earl Talbot officiating. Reception to
follow in the funeral home. Mary's committal service will be held in the Ayr cemetery following the reception. As
expressions of sympathy, donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society ,the SickKids Foundation, Canadian Cancer
Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the
funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com for Mary's memorial.
JOHN H. HERTZBERGER 1921 - 2007 It is with great sadness and many loving memories of John, that we
share with you his passing at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, on Monday, July 23, 2007. He was 86.
He is survived by his beloved wife Dorothy (Kramp); loving daughter Jane and her husband Rob Seeley of
Kitchener and two grandchildren, Katelyn and Matthew Seeley. He is also survived by his brother Ross Hertzberger
and his wife Shirley of Waterloo; sisters-in-law Idella Hertzberger of Waterloo, Lorraine Hertzberger of Kitchener,
Helen Hertzberger of Brantford, brother-in-law Walter Haussmann of Kitchener and many nieces and nephews. He
was predeceased by his parents, Laura (Fetter) and William Hertzberger; sisters, Elsie Becker, Helen Haussmann,
Marian Kurnell, Ruth Hertzberger and brothers, Charlie, James, David, Randy and Edward Hertzberger. John was
self employed as a contractor for many years. After his retirement, he and Dorothy purchased a maple sugar bush in
the Elmira area where they made maple syrup and enjoyed their 25 year membership with the Ontario Maple Syrup
Association. He was a veteran of the Second World War serving overseas with the Highland Light Infantry in
Belgium, Holland and Germany and was a member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in Kitchener. Friends are
invited to share their memories of John with his family at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King
Street South, Waterloo on Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the chapel of
the funeral home on Thursday, July 26, 2007, at 1 p.m., with Rev. David Malina officiating. Immediately following
the service, friends and relatives are invited to the Fireside Reception Room of the funeral home for refreshments
and a time to visit with the family. Interment will follow in Union Cemetery, Elmira. Condolences for the family
and donations to Grand River Hospital Foundation or St. Matthew's Lutheran Church would be appreciated as
expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through the funeral home, phone 519-745-8445 or
www.erbgood.com John's family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Doris Winfield, her staff
and the staff at K-W Health Centre for the exceptional care he received. In living memory of John, a tree will be
MCALLISTER, Mabel Nellie - Passed away peacefully at Cambridge Memorial Hospital on Monday, July 23,
2007, in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Robert McAllister (1963). Loving mother of Ron McAllister and
his wife Kathy of Cambridge. Dear grandmother of Shannan Audette (Paul), Nick Schito, Christy McAllister, Mark
Schito, and great-grandmother to Emma Audette. As per Mabel's wishes cremation has taken place. In celebration
of her life, the family will receive friends at 1780 Briarwood Drive, Cambridge on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 from
7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the
family. The family would like to thank the nursing staff on Floor 4B at the Cambridge Memorial Hospital.
PARR, Jean R.N. - Passed away, on Monday, July 23, 2007, at Cambridge Memorial Hospital. Jean Parr, 89 years
of age, beloved wife of the late Ken Parr, Sr., loving mother of Ken (Anita) of Aberfoyle, Robert of Cambridge,
and the late Wendy (the late Larry) Hoffman. Dear grandmother of Connie Diemert, Terry Parr (Donna), and Erin,
Adam and Jordan Hoffman; dear great-grandmother of four great-grandchildren. Funeral arrangements for Jean are
being held privately with the Lounsbury Funeral Home , Cambridge. The family wishes to extend their sincere
thanks to the Staff of the 5th floor of Cambridge Memorial Hospital for their care and support.
Condolences/donations/directions www.lounsburyfuneralhome.com (519) 658-9366
RHODA HAZEL DETZLER 1930-2007 Peacefully, in her sleep, at home, on Monday, July 23, 2007, at age 77.
Beloved wife of the late Earl Joseph Detzler (1975); loving mother of Larry, the late David (1981), Dennis and
Dale, Carol and John Bambach, Brian and Helen, and Sue and Steve Steinfield; cherished Nana of Colin Detzler,
Melissa and Chris Detzler, Matt and Sarah Detzler and Scott and Sara Steinfield; sister of Riley and Nena
Hoddinott of River of Ponds, Newfoundland. Rhoda was predeceased by her sisters, Violet, Ella, Estelle, Margaret
and Kathleen. Friends are invited to share their memories of Rhoda with her family at the Erb & Good Family
Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. and on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
where Parish Prayers will be held at 8:45 p.m. A morning prayer service will be held in the funeral home on
Thursday, July 26, 2007 at 9:45 a.m. followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Lourdes RC Church,
173 Lourdes St. W., Waterloo at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Edward Sheridan as celebrant. Interment in Parkview
Cemetery, Waterloo followed by a reception in the Fireside Reception Room of the funeral home. Condolences for
the family and donations to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre may be arranged through the funeral home,
519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com. In living memory of Rhoda, a tree will be planted through the Trees for
SMITH, Myrtle May - Passed away peacefully, Monday, July 23, 2007 at Lanark Heights at the age of 90. Born
Myrtle May Ashton on June 4, 1917 in Clinton, Ontario, she lived many years in Stratford and then Kitchener.
Survived by her daughter Heather and her husband Joe Doucette and son-in-law Ed Fronchak all of Kitchener. Dear
grandmother of John Zeller (Rose), Rod Doucette (Shelley), David Fronchak (Jen), Debra Mae Dube (Rob) and
Dan Fronchak (Andrea). Great-grandmother of Sherri and Michael Zeller, Jase and Kassidy Doucette, Amanda and
Zachary Fronchak, Deanna Mae and Danielle Dube and Josie and Emmiline Fronchak. Dear sister of Hazel
Admans, Velma Smith and Mildred Hanley and sister-in-law Norma Ashton. Myrtle will be missed by many nieces
and nephews. Predeceased by her daughter Jacqueline Mae Fronchak (2005); son John in infancy; first husband
John Stones Robertson who was killed in action (1943); second husband William Smith (1963). Also predeceased
by brothers, Cecil, Harvey and Clifford Ashton and sisters, Grace Easom, Isabell Ashton and Edna Fremlin and
brothers-in-law, Don Hanley and Hoy Fremlin. Myrtle was an avid bingo player and bowler (both five pin and ten
pin). She enjoyed her children and grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Myrtle's family will receive relatives and
friends on Thursday from 12:30 to 2:15 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener,
519-749-8467. Funeral service Thursday, July 26, 2007 at 2:30 p.m. in the chapel of the funeral home followed by
a reception. Cremation to follow. Special thanks to everyone at Lanark Place and Lanark Heights who were so good
to her. We will miss her more than words can say, but are happy that she is, at last, out of pain. Mom you were very
brave. As expressions of sympathy donations to Canadian Cancer and Diabetes associations would be appreciated
by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com for Myrtle's memorial.
te WINKEL, Hendrika Janna - Was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 22, 2007 at Grand River
Hospital, Hennie te Winkel of Drayton in her 71st year. Beloved wife of Bert te Winkel. Loving mother of Wilbur
te Winkel and his wife Cheryl and Trudy te Winkel all of Kitchener. Cherished sister of Jannie (Jan) Nijenhuis,
Henk (Reinie) te Winkel, Truus (Theo) Legters, Henca (Wim) Kruisselbrink and Ben (Vira) te Winkel all of the
Netherlands; dear sister-in-law of Herman te Winkel, Lenie te Winkel and Roelof Prinsen all of the Netherlands;
Gerda Hesselink and Hendrik and Dinie Hesselink of Drayton; Hylke Wynja of Elmira; and Henry and Lillian te
Winkel of St. Clements. She was predeceased by one sister Sien te Winkel and one brother Chris te Winkel. The
family will receive friends and relatives at the Heritage Funeral Home, Drayton on Wednesday evening July 25,
2007 from 7-9 p.m. and on Thursday, July 26, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at Alma
Bible Church on Friday July 27, 2007 at 2 p.m. Interment Drayton Victoria Cemetery followed by a reception at the
church. Special thanks to staff in the Grand River Hospital Oncology and I.C.U. departments for all their care. As
expressions of sympathy donations to Crossroads Christian Communications or Canadian Cancer Society would be
appreciated by the family. "Safe in the arms of Jesus"
TRELEAVEN, Lyla - Of RR 3 Wingham and formerly of Lucknow at Wingham Hospital, Monday, July 23, 2007
in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Harvey Treleaven. Survived by daughter, Jean Irwin of RR 3 Wingham;
stepson, Allan (Bea) Treleaven of Toronto; daughter-in-law, Betty Treleaven of Croaton; seven grandchildren and
14 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by son, Robert Treleaven and brother, Aubrey Higgins. Funeral service from
St. Peter's Anglican Church, Lucknow on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at 2 p.m. with visitation 1 hour prior.
Interment Dungannon Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home (519-5283432), Lucknow. Donations to Salvation Army or St. Peter's Building Fund appreciated as expressions of sympathy
online at www.mackenzieandmccreath.com
COBER, Alvin Leroy - Went to meet his Lord and Creator from his home on Monday, July 23, 2007. He was in
his 81st year. Left to mourn is Jean, his beloved wife and best friend of 58 years. Also survived by his children,
Garry and his wife Leslie, Judith and Bill Hall, Mark and Marie, Janice Shantz and her husband Darrell; ten
grandchildren, Jeanette, Karen, Jonathan, Sarah and Matt, David, Rachel, Jasmine, Kenton, Renee and Wendy; also
four great-grandchildren. He is survived by one sister, Leoda Bradnam and his sister-in-law, Virginia Cober. He
was predeceased by his parents, Mary Frances and Harvey and brother, Myron. Alvin was a faithful member of the
Grace Mennonite Church of New Hamburg, and will be missed by his many friends. He volunteered his services to
The Gospel Echoes Prison Ministries for many years. His cheerful attitude and ready smile was appreciated by all
those with whom he worked and met in his daily life. Alvin's family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday
from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener 519-749-8467 and
will continue on Friday, July 27, 2007 at Countryside Mennonite Fellowship Church from 12 noon to 12:45 p.m.
Funeral service 1 p.m. Friday, July 27, 2007 at Countryside Mennonite Fellowship Church, 3745 Herrgott Rd.,
Hawksville. Bishop Howard Bean and Pastor Earl Koch will officiate. Interment will take place in the Rosebank
Cemetery, Huron Rd, at 4:30 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Gospel Echoes Prison Ministry or
the Gideon (Bible) International would be greatly appreciated by the family, cards are available through the funeral
home, 519-749-8467. Special thanks to the palliative care team, Canadian Red Cross and Robinson Brown personal
support workers, Hospice of Waterloo Region and Community Care Access Centre. Special thanks to Betty
Padereski, Margaret Hooke, friends and the Pastoral team of Grace Mennonite Church. Visit
www.henrywalser.com for Alvin's memorial.
COLE, Nora - Peacefully, surrounded by her family, at Trinity Village Nursing Home, Kitchener on Tuesday, July
24, 2007, Mrs. Nora (Groves) Cole, formerly of Listowel, in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of Chester Cole. Dear
mother of Shirley and Paul Krotz of New Hamburg and Ruth Ann and Robert Werth of Kitchener. Grandmother of
Kevin Krotz and his friend Sue of Guelph, Leanne and Jim Snider of New Hamburg and Michelle and Greg Schmid
of Cambridge. Great-grandmother of Ashley, Amanda, Brittany, Joshua, Lauren and Eric. Sister of Ada Martin of
Brantford, Alice and Bob Adair of Malton, Ruth and George Seehaver of Listowel and May Leonard of Brantford.
Predeceased by her brothers, Harry, Harold, Fred, Mike and George and her sisters Florence Sever, Lillian May,
and Elsie Alderman. A private funeral service will be held at Eaton Funeral Home , Listowel on Thursday, July
26. Reverend Steven Cox officiating. Following cremation, interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel. Memorial
donations to CNIB would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca
Da SILVA, Manuel - At Listowel Memorial Hospital on Monday, July 23, 2007, Mr. Manuel Sousa Da Silva of
Listowel, in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of Rita (Dutra) Da Silva. Dear father of Manuel Jr. and Mary Da Silva
of Arthur, Rosa and Antonia Pires of the Azores, Rita and Mateus Evangelho of Listowel, Gabriela and John
Ventura of Listowel, John Da Silva of Listowel, and Lucy and David Diniz of Windham Centre. Also survived by
11 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and two brothers. Predeceased by his son Antonio Da Silva; two
brothers and two sisters. Visitation will be held at the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel on Thursday, 2-4 and 7-9
p.m. with parish prayers at 1:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic
Church, Listowel on Friday, July 27 at 11 a.m. Father John Johnson officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery,
Listowel. Memorial donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated. Online
condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca
DROVER, Hubert - In his sleep at Cambridge Memorial Hospital on Sunday July 22, 2007 with his loyal friends
Ned Young and Roslyn Small by his side. Hubert was born in Bell Island, Newfoundland on May 13, 1947 and has
lived in Cambridge for 30 years with his friend Ned. Predeceased by his only sister Linda Good. Friends will be
received at Coutts Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 96 St. Andrews Street Cambridge on Thursday from
12 p.m. until time of the funeral service at 1 p.m. Interment New Hope Cemetery.
HAZEL YVONNE IRONS (nee Wilson) 1933 - 2007 Passed away peacefully on July 24, 2007 at the K-W Health
Centre of Grand River Hospital, in her 74th year. Predeceased by her husband, David Irons in 1978. Lovingly
remembered by her son, David Irons (Helen); daughter, Jessie VanHoekelen (James); and grandchildren, Ian and
Sarah-Anne VanHoekelen. Also survived by her sister, Margaret Gallagher of Edmonton, Alberta. Predeceased by
her parents, James and Dora Wilson, brother, Earl and sisters, Evelyn, Ruth and June. In keeping with Hazel's
wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held. Condolences for the family and
donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Diabetes Association may be arranged through the Erb & Good
Family Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com. In living memory of
Hazel, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
HAZEL YVONNE IRONS (nee Wilson) 1933 - 2007 Passed away peacefully on July 24, 2007 at the K-W Health
Centre of Grand River Hospital, in her 74th year. Predeceased by her husband, David Irons in 1978. Lovingly
remembered by her son, David Irons (Helen); daughter, Jessie VanHoekelen (James); and grandchildren, Ian and
Sarah-Anne VanHoekelen. Also survived by her sister, Margaret Gallagher of Edmonton, Alberta. Predeceased by
her parents, James and Dora Wilson, brother, Earl and sisters, Evelyn, Ruth and June. In keeping with Hazel's
wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held. Condolences for the family and
donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Diabetes Association may be arranged through the Erb & Good
Family Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com. In living memory of
Hazel, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
HERTZBERGER, Elsie E. - God in His gracious love and perfect time has welcomed Elsie home. She passed
away on Friday, July 20, 2007, at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, in her 98th year. Devoted and
loving wife of the late Percy Hertzberger who predeceased her in 1987. Beloved mother of Marlene (Lorne)
Gamble of Chatham, Lois (Gordon) Bergen of Waterloo, Patricia (Peter) Rand of Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
Cherished grandmother of Lynda (Richard) McFadden, Laurie Sue (Nicholas) Reekers, James (Donna) Gamble,
Shelley (Jamie) Kropf, Thomas (Eileen) Bergen, Stephen (Corinne) Bergen, Margaret (Joseph) St. Jean, Charles
(Nicole) Rand, Jeffrey (Danial) Rand, Andrew (Cheryl) Rand and Christopher Rand. Elsie is also survived by 27
dearly loved great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. One brother, Milt Schmidt of Boston, also
survives. She was predeceased by her parents, Carl and Emma Schmidt; sisters, Martha Sim and Bertha Nutter and
brothers, Albert and Carl Schmidt. Elsie was a long time active member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church,
participating in many organizations and singing in the church choir for many years. Throughout her life she touched
many lives with her loving and giving ways. She will be missed by many friends, young and old. The family thank
those who so enriched her life with your visits, your prayers and your love, especially during her years in the
retirement home. Also thank-you to the staff at Freeport Health Unit, 3rd floor west. We so appreciate how you
cared for Mom and for all of us with such compassion and gentleness. Cremation has taken place and there will be
no visitation. A memorial service to celebrate Elsie's faith and life will be held at St. Mark's Lutheran Church,
Kitchener, on Friday, July 27, at 2 p.m. A reception to share memories of Elsie and visit with the family will take
place in the parish hall of the church following the service. A private family internment service will be held at
Woodland Cemetery, Kitchener. If desired, donations in Elsie's Memory may be made to St. Mark's Lutheran
Church (Global Hunger and Development), The Canadian Cancer Society, Grand River Hospital (Freeport Health
Unit) or a charity of your choice. Arrangements through Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home , 519-745-9495.
McELWAINE, Margaret - At Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest on Monday, July 23, 2007. Margaret Jane
(Thompson) McElwaine of Mount Forest, formerly of Toronto, in her 74th year. Beloved wife of the late William
McElwaine. Loved mother of Carrie Noble and husband Larry of Mount Forest. Loving grandmother of Thomas
and Caitlynn. Dear sister of Bob Thompson and wife Shirley of Toronto, Fred Thompson and wife Marg of
Hillsburgh, Lillian Eagles of Markdale, David Thompson and wife Linda of Markdale, Jim Thompson and wife
Lynn of Burgoyne and Gord Thompson and wife Sandy of Proton Station. Sister-in-law of Georgina Thompson of
Meaford. Also survived by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brother, Albert Thompson and brotherin-law, Lorne Eagles. Friends may call at the Hendrick Funeral Home, Mount Forest today (Wednesday) from 2-4
and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Thursday, July 26 at 10 a.m. Reception
to follow at the Royal Canadian Legion, Mount Forest. Interment service at Sanctuary Park Cemetery, Toronto on
Thursday at 2:30 p.m. Memorial donations to Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest would be appreciated by the
family. Online condolences may be made at www.hendrickfuneralhome.com
MITCHELL, Linda Darlene - Of Cambridge, after a long and courageous battle with breast cancer, passed away
on Sunday, July 22, 2007, at Grand River Hospital, Kitchener, in her 59th year. Linda Estabrooks, beloved wife of
David Mitchell. Dear mother of Kimberly Mitchell and her fiance Russell Conrad of Trenton and Jeffery Mitchell
and his close friend Janet Hernandez and her daughter Nicole of Kitchener. Loving daughter of George W. and
Barbara Estabrooks of Barrie; one sister, Sherry (Rodney) McAlpine of Barrie and special friend of Rob and
Maureen Sills of Trenton. Linda was born in Sackville, NB, grew up in Trenton and had been a resident of
Cambridge for the past 6 years. She and her husband were co-owners of Carafe Wine Makers of Cambridge, a
member of the Preston K40 Club, a longtime former member of Kinettes and a member of the Readers Club of
Cambridge. The family will receive friends at the Barthel Funeral Home , 566 Queenston Road, Cambridge today
(Wednesday) from 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be conducted at the funeral home on Thursday, July 26, 2007,
at 2 p.m. Cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Breast Cancer Research Fund would
be appreciated by the family. Tributes may be made online at www.mem.com
POWIS, Carter McCulloch - At Brockville, on the 22 of July, 2007. Carter Powis, in his 74th year, beloved
husband of Barbara (Plow), loving father of Carter (Mary Pemberton) of Toronto and Graham (Diane Romley) of
Greenwich, Connecticut. Dear grandfather of Carter, Philippa, Benjamin and Sarah. Brother of Alfred Powis of
Toronto. A funeral service will be held at the Parish of St. Lawrence (Trinity Anglican Church), 137 George Street,
Brockville, Ontario on Friday, July 27 at 11 o'clock. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Brockville
General Hospital Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to the Irvine Funeral Home, 4 James Street East,
Brockville. Condolences at: www. irvinefuneralhome.com
QUARRIE, Joseph Nathaniel - Passed away suddenly at home, Monday, July 23, 2007, in his 72nd year. Loved
and cherished husband and best friend of Grace (nee McLanaghan) for 45 years. Devoted father of Lynn Grassi
(Richard) and Joseph Jr. (Noella). Survived by his brother Jim (Sharon) of Mt. Forest, sister Linda DiFrancesco
(Tim), sisters-in-law Kate Quarrie and Marion Quarrie and brother-in-law Joe DiFrancesco. Predeceased by his
parents John and Isabel Quarrie (nee Jackson) and brothers Jack and Ken Quarrie. Friends will be received at the
Wall-Custance Funeral Home & Chapel, 206 Norfolk St., Guelph, two hours prior to the funeral service which
will be held in the funeral home chapel, Thursday, July 26, 2007, at 1:30 p.m.. (Reception to follow in the WallCustance Family Reception Centre). Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions to a charity of
your choice would be appreciated.
VEDESH RAMESSAR 1988 - 2007 Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at his home in Kitchener on Sunday,
July 22, 2007 at the age of 19. Dearly loved son of Jairaj and Chandrawatie Ramessar of Kitchener and beloved
brother of Rayshmie. Grandson of Dhanmat. Sadly missed by many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Relatives
and friends are invited to the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South in Waterloo, on
Wednesday, July 25 from 7-9 p.m and on Thursday, July 26 from 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the
funeral home chapel on Friday, July 27 at 2 p.m. Interment will follow at Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo.
Condolences for the family and memorial donations to a charity of your choice may be arranged by contacting the
funeral home at 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of Vedesh, a tree will be planted through
the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
BEEMER, Edna May (nee Goff) - Passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at her residence the Caresant Care
Nursing Home, Woodstock. Edna Beemer formerly of Drumbo in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Beverly
Beemer who predeceased her September 5, 1989. Dear mother of William and wife Joyce of Stoney Creek, Jim and
wife Maxine of Plattsville, Bev Jr. and wife Debra of Princeton, and Jean Kelly of Stoney Creek. Sadly missed by
her 11 grandchildren and by her 13 great-grand-children. Survived by her sister-in-law, Frances Goff of
Woodstock and Molly Strickler of Embro. Predeceased by her brothers, Melvin, Harry, Herb, Harvey, Roy and
Lawrence and sisters, Beatrice, Ruby and Agnes. Relatives and friends may call at the Glendinning Funeral Home
, 40 William St., Plattsville today (Thursday) from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be conducted in the Funeral Home
Chapel on Friday, July 27, 2007 at 1 p.m. Interment in Drumbo Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the
Woodstock General Hospital Building Fund (cheques accepted) would be appreciated by the family.
CRONIN, Helen Clementine (nee Bender) - Heaven's Newest Angel. Passed away surrounded by the love of her
family, on Monday, July 23, 2007, at Grand River Hospital, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer, at the
age of 81. Devoted and loving mother of Gary Cronin and his wife Marilyn of Collingwood, Bonnie Johnston and
her husband Len of Meaford, Rod Cronin and his wife Nancy of King City and Karen Carr and her husband Steve
of Kitchener. Cherished grandmother of Trish Vautour and her husband Toby of Fergus, Tim Balfour and wife
Lynn of Kitchener, Joshua Carr and Stephanie Carr of Kitchener, Erin Pellar of London, Mathew Pellar of Toronto,
Amy Handsor and her husband Phil of Bowmanville, Keith Johnston of Grand Prairie, Alta., fondly remembered by
her great-grandchildren, Justin and Julia Vautour, Jenna Balfour and Emma Handsor. Helen will be greatly missed
by her sister, Laurine McDermott; her brother, Leander Bender and his wife Agnes; her sisters-in-law, Helen
Bender, Irene Huber and Mildred Wettlaufer and her husband Leonard and brother-in-law, Nelson Cronin.
Predeceased by her beloved husband of 52 years, Ralph Cronin in 2002; her brothers, Emil, Eddie and Urban
Bender; her sister, Sister Clement Marie; her sisters-in-law, Florence and Margaret Bender and brother-in-law, Fred
McDermott. Helen was a long time and faithful member of Blessed Sacrament Church and the Catholic Women's
League. She will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by her bowling league, card players, bus touring group
and many long time friends. When there was a need, Helen was always there. Friends were received at the
Westmount Funeral Chapel, 1001 Ottawa Street South (at Westmount Rd.), 519-743-8900, on Wednesday, July
25 from 7-9 p.m. and will be received on Thursday, July 26 (today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Parish prayers will be
held in the funeral home at 8 p.m. tonight. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Blessed Sacrament RC Church, 305
Laurentian Drive (at Block Line Road) on Friday, July 27, 2007 at 11 a.m. Interment will take place in St. Clements
R.C. Cemetery, St. Clements. The family would like to thank the 8th floor nursing staff at Grand River Hospital for
their compassionate care especially Wendy, Trish, Christine and Gelu. The family would also like to thank Father
Sheridan, sincerely, for his support and prayers during her final hours. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the
Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by contacting the funeral home at
519-743-8900. Share memories of Helen online at www.mem.com
FIRETTO, Joan (nee Hoefler) - Of New Hamburg passed away, peacefully, after a long and courageous battle
with her illness, at Stratford General Hospital on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 to join her predeceased son, Richard
Joseph Firetto. She was born in Kitchener 65 years ago, a daughter of the late Wilfred and Irene (Knipfel) Hoefler.
Joan was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, New Hamburg and had delivered flowers for All Flowers And
Charm, New Hamburg prior to retirement. Survived by her life long partner of 48 years and caregiver over the past
decade, loving husband Joseph Firetto. Also survived by her loving children, Charles Firetto of Victoria, B.C., and
Karen Firetto-Gross and her husband Terry of Wellesley. Fondly remembered by her grandchildren, Joseph,
Rebecca, Anthony, Dylan and Breanna. Dear sister of Judy and Grant Benninger, Jane White and her friend Brian,
Jim and Joan Hoefler all of Kitchener. Joan will be missed by brothers in law, Tony and Assunta Firetto, Salvatore
and Italia Firetto, Pacifico and Maria Firetto all of Italy, and a number of nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends
may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home , 291 Huron St., New Hamburg today (Thursday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
The funeral service will take place on Friday, July 27, 2007 from Trinity Lutheran Church, New Hamburg at 11
a.m. with Pastor Ann Anderson officiating. Burial to follow in Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg. As expressions
of sympathy, donations may be made to Stratford General Hospital.
GEORGE, Sarah Elizabeth "Betty" - Passed away on July 24, 2007 in her 49th year. She will be lovingly
remembered by her husband, Gary and her two sons, Wesley and Chris, all of Cambridge. Dear daughter of Lucy
Morgan and the late Charles Morgan of Newfoundland. Beloved sister of Lillian Walters and her husband Leon,
Gerald and his wife Tammy of B.C., Charles Jr. and his wife Jackie of Mt. Forest, Karen Morgan of New
Brunswick and Dennis, Tony, Bill and his wife Anna, Lorne and his wife Maureen, Walter and his wife Sue, and
Arthur and his wife Dianne, all of Newfoundland, and all of the George family. Resting at Corbett Funeral Home
, 95 Dundas Street, Cambridge where the family will receive friends on Thursday, July 26, 2007 (today) from 3-5
p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held Friday, July 27, 2007 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. She
touched the hearts of so many and will be lovingly remembered by her family and many friends. "She Will Live In
Our Hearts Forever"
MOORE, Margaret- Aug. 13, 1913 - July 25, 2007. Margaret passed away peacefully after a brief illness at KW
Health Centre of Grand River Hospital. Loving mother of Jackie Ritter and her spouse Jack Schaaf. Cherished Nana
of Krista Hofmeister of Waterloo and Jason and Gayle Ritter of Listowel. Beloved Great-Nana of greatgranddaughter Ashley Ritter. Predeceased by her loving husband, Jack in 1996; her parents, Patrick and Margaret;
her brothers, Danny and Francis and her sister, Nora, all of Cape Breton. Margaret was a faithful member of St.
Aloysius Parish for many years. Her family would like to thank the staff at Lanark Heights Long Term Care
Facility for their kindness and the nurses of Grand River Hospital Emergency Ward and 8th floor for their
compassion and gentleness. The family would also like to thank Father Adrian Lee for his kindness and prayers
during Margaret's final hours. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 27 from 7-9 p.m. at the Schreiter-Sandrock
Funeral Home and Chapel (519-742-4481) 51 Benton St., Kitchener. The funeral service will take place in the
chapel of the funeral home on Saturday, July 28, 2007 at 11 a.m. with Father Adrian Lee officiating. Cremation to
follow. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to St. Mary's Hospital. Online condolences may be
sent through www.mem.com.
MRS. ERMA DETTWILER (nee Cressman) 1930 - 2007 Erma departed this earth, at Pinehaven Nursing home,
on Wednesday, July 25, 2007. Erma was the daughter of the late Daniel W. and Magdalena Cressman. In her early
teens, it was her desire to become a follower of the Lord Jesus Christ and was baptized into Christian Fellowship
and remained faithful throughout her life. In 1953, Erma and Mahlon Dettwiler were united in marriage. Her life
lives on, as she was a loving and devoted mother to Wesley (Janet) Dettwiler, Charlene Hudson, Debra (Arthur)
Dettweiler and Andrea (Dennis) Freund. A dear grandmother to Benjamin and Deeanna Dettwiler, Kyle Hudson,
Christopher and Brent Dettweiler and Autumn, Hannah and Carter Freund. Erma suffered many years with the
crippling diseases of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and Osteoporosis. She fought them valiantly. In December 2005, she
moved to Pinehaven Nursing Home which became her new home. She was welcomed by all. Her responsibilities
included putting things in their proper place and tiding up, which she did as long as she was able to walk. She never
complained or asked about home. As a family, we sincerely thank Dr. Pope, the nurses, the staff and caregivers for
the love and care they provided Erma. For this we are truly thankful and wish you God's abundant blessing. The
family will receive friends and relatives at the Dreisinger Funeral Home in Elmira on Thursday, July 26 (today)
from 7-9 p.m. and Friday, July 27 from 2-4 p.m. only. At 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 28, transfer will be made to
Elmira Mennonite Church for funeral service at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Fred Redekop officiating. Interment will
follow at St. Jacobs Mennonite Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer Society,
Parkinson Society Canada or Osteoporosis Canada would be appreciated by the family.
BROOKS, June Betty - Passed away, peacefully, on Thursday, July 26, 2007 at the age of 82 years. Beloved wife
of Earl Brooks, loving mother of Dr. Doug Brooks and his wife Chris of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., Dr. Terry Francis
and her husband David of St. Thomas, Ont. and Candie Wright and her husband Rev. Wayne of Toronto, Ont. Dear
grandmother of Kim, Doug, James, Kari, Amy, Michael and Jenna. June was born in North Bay, Ont. on the 8th of
August, 1924. Daughter of the late Peter and Eunice Torrance of North Bay, Ont. and sister of the late Peter
Torrance of Kingston, Ont. After her high school graduation, June enrolled in Nursing at the Toronto East General
Hospital, completing her Nursing Degree in 1946. In 1947, June married Earl Brooks and moved to Leamington,
Ont. Subsequently they resided in Hamilton, Stoney Creek and Toronto, until finally settling in Kitchener in 1968.
June will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by many family and friends. The family will receive friends at
the Westmount Funeral Chapel , 1001 Ottawa Street South (at Westmount Rd.) on Saturday, July 28, 2007 from
12 noon until 2 p.m. A memorial service celebrating June's life will be held in the chapel of the Funeral Home at 2
p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Diabetic Association would be greatly appreciated. Please share
memories of June on line at www.mem.com
BRUBACHER, Douglas Stuart - Passed away, peacefully, at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, on
Thursday, July 26, 2007, at the wonderful age of 71. Beloved husband of Angeles Brubacher, loving father of Mary
Grace and John, loving grandpa to Zachary, Sam, Natalie, Mitchel and Ryan. Cherished brother of Roger and Jean.
Survived by his mother, Eva. Friends will be received at the Westmount Funeral Chapel , 1001 Ottawa Street
South (at Westmount Rd.), Kitchener on Saturday, July 28, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be
celebrated on Monday, July 30, 2007 at St. Francis of Assisi, 49 Blueridge Avenue, Kitchener at 1 p.m. Donations
to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by contacting the
funeral home at 519-743-8900. Share memories of Douglas online at www.mem.com
BULLER, Dorothy (nee) Wilson - Peacefully, at her residence in Cambridge, on Wednesday, July 25, 2007.
Dorothy was in her 86th year. Loving and cherished wife of Kenneth Buller Sr. for 65 years. Beloved mother of
Kenneth Buller Jr. of Cambridge. Gloria Jean Johnson (Robert) of Waterloo, Nancy Lassel of Waterloo, Dayle
Buller-Power (John) of Cambridge. She will be sadly missed by 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Predeceased by her brother, Leonard Wilson and sister, Jean Grimm. Much loved by her nieces and nephews and
her many friends. Visitation will be held at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home , today (Saturday) from 2-4 p.m. and
7-9 p.m. and on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services to take place at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral
Home Chapel on Monday at 2 p.m. Reception in the Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre immediately following with
cremation to follow the reception. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke
Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be sent
through www.mem.com
CROSSEY, Linda - Peacefully, at the Grey Bruce Health Services in Owen Sound on Thursday, July 26, 2007.
Linda Ann Crossey (nee Brooking), of Owen Sound. Loving wife of Glenn (Archie) Crossey for 45 years. Much
loved mother of Brentt Crossey and his wife Janice, of Kitchener and Michele White and her husband Don, of
Wiarton. "Gammie" to Lauren and Hannah White and Erica and Beth Crossey. Dear sister of Greg Brooking and
his wife Patricia, of Annan. Sister-in-law of Don Crossey (Sylvia) and Bill Crossey (Mary), all of Bowmanville.
Most cherished friend of Linda Watson, of Oshawa and Patricia Haswell, of Owen Sound. Predeceased by her
parents, Howard and Dorothy Brooking. The family will receive friends and relatives at the Brian E. Wood
Funeral Home , 250 - 14th Street West, Owen Sound (519-376-7492) on Saturday, July 28, 2007 from 1-4 p.m. If
so desired, the family would appreciate donations to the Grey Bruce Health Services Foundation as your expression
of sympathy.
DERBECKER, Moody - Of Neustadt, at Brucelea Haven, Walkerton on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 in his 84th
year. Dear brother of Marion Domm and her husband Art of Ayton, George Derbecker and his wife Ruby of
Hanover and Eunice Derbecker of Neustadt, and brother-in-Law of Leslie Derbecker of Toronto. Remembered by
11 nieces and nephews and by 11 great-nieces and great-nephews. Predeceased by his brother, John Derbecker and
by his parents, Alfred and Mamie Derbecker. Friends may call at the Garrett Funeral Chapel , Neustadt on
Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held from the Neustadt Baptist Church on Sunday, July
29 at 3 p.m. Interment in Neustadt Baptist Cemetery. Memorial donations to Gideon Bibles or the Canadian Cancer
Society would be appreciated.
KEN PRESLEY 1927 - 2007 Passed away on July 25, 2007 at the K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, at
the age of 80 years. Much loved husband of the late Lavina "Vi" (nee Forler); devoted father of Carol Presley,
Susan Planta (Mike), Judy Stryker (Tony) and Gail Spencer (Murray); lovingly remembered by his grandchildren,
Jennifer, Kristen and Gillian Planta, Michael and Derrick Stryker, and James and Danica Spencer. Predeceased by
his parents, William and Dorothy Presley. The memorial service to celebrate Ken's life will be held in the chapel of
the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo, on Monday, July 30, 2007 at 3 p.m.
Reception to follow in the Fireside Reception Room of the funeral home. Condolences for the family and memorial
donations to Grand River Hospital 8th Floor Oncology Unit may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-7458445 or www.erbgood.com. In living memory of Ken, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning
MARTIN, Isaac B. - Went peacefully to meet his Lord, on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at his home, RR 1, Fergus,
at the age of 81 years. Beloved husband of Saloma Martin. Loving step-father of Mervin and Mary Eby, Alice and
Abner Martin, Erma and Eugene Martin, Irene and David Martin, Fern and Earl Horst, Florence and Oscar Martin.
Also survived by his 41 grandchildren and 96 great-grandchildren. Brother and brother-in-law of Lizzie Martin,
Elvina Gingrich, Lucinda Martin, Samuel and Lucinda Martin. Predeceased by his parents, Ira and Angeline
Martin; one brother, Isaiah; one brother-in-law, Onias Gingrich and one grandson, Neil Martin. Visitation at the
Dreisinger Funeral Home , Elmira today (Friday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Crystal
View Mennonite Church, Floradale on Saturday, July 28, 2007, at 9:30 a.m. followed by burial in North Woolwich
Mennonite Cemetery. "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His Saints."
MOORE, Margaret- Aug. 11, 1913 - July 25, 2007. Margaret passed away peacefully after a brief illness at K-W
Health Centre of Grand River Hospital. Loving mother of Jackie Ritter and her spouse Jack Schaaf. Cherished Nana
of Krista Hofmeister of Waterloo and Jason and Gayle Ritter of Listowel. Beloved Great-Nana of greatgranddaughter Ashley Ritter. Predeceased by her loving husband, Jack in 1996; her parents, Patrick and Margaret;
her brothers, Danny and Francis and her sister, Nora, all of Cape Breton. Also predeceased by her lifelong friend,
Maidie McAdam. Margaret was a faithful member of St. Aloysius Parish for many years. Her family would like to
thank the staff at Lanark Heights Long Term Care Facility for their kindness and the nurses of Grand River
Hospital Emergency Ward and 8th floor for their compassion and gentleness. The family would also like to thank
Father Adrian Lee for his kindness and prayers during Margaret's final hours. Visitation will be held on Friday, July
27 (today) from 7-9 p.m. at the Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home and Chapel (519-742-4481) 51 Benton St.,
Kitchener. The funeral service will take place in the chapel of the funeral home on Saturday, July 28, 2007 at 11
a.m. with Father Adrian Lee officiating. Cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made
to St. Mary's Hospital. Online condolences may be sent through www.mem.com.
MRS. ERMA DETTWILER (nee Cressman) 1930 - 2007 Erma departed this earth, at Pinehaven Nursing home,
on Wednesday, July 25, 2007. Erma was the daughter of the late Daniel W. and Magdalena Cressman. In her early
teens, it was her desire to become a follower of the Lord Jesus Christ and was baptized into Christian Fellowship
and remained faithful throughout her life. In 1953, Erma and Mahlon Dettwiler were united in marriage. Her life
lives on, as she was a loving and devoted mother to Wesley (Janet) Dettwiler, Charlene Hudson, Debra (Arthur)
Dettweiler and Andrea (Dennis) Freund. A dear grandmother to Benjamin and Deeanna Dettwiler, Kyle Hudson,
Christopher and Brent Dettweiler and Autumn, Hannah and Carter Freund. Sister of Curtis and Rebecca Cressman,
Mervin and Diane Cressman. Erma suffered many years with the crippling diseases of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and
Osteoporosis. She fought them valiantly. In December 2005, she moved to Pinehaven Nursing Home which became
her new home. She was welcomed by all. Her responsibilities included putting things in their proper place and
tiding up, which she did as long as she was able to walk. She never complained or asked about home. As a family,
we sincerely thank Dr. Pope, the nurses, the staff and caregivers for the love and care they provided Erma. For this
we are truly thankful and wish you God's abundant blessing. The family received friends and relatives at the
Dreisinger Funeral Home in Elmira on Thursday, July 26 and will receive friends and relatives on Friday, July 27,
2007 (today) from 2-4 p.m. only. At 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 28, transfer will be made to Elmira Mennonite
Church for funeral service at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Fred Redekop officiating. Interment will follow at St. Jacobs
Mennonite Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer Society, Parkinson Society Canada
or Osteoporosis Canada would be appreciated by the family.
STELLA BUCKLE 1912-2007 Passed away peacefully in her 95th year on Thursday, July 26, 2007 at Heritage
House, St. Jacobs, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her loving husband, Wilfrid Buckle. Will be
sadly missed by her son, Gerald and his wife Joan. Dear grandmother of Theresa and her husband Keith Clayfield,
Melvin and his wife Cindie, Sharon and her husband Marty Bell, all of Waterloo. Fondly remembered by her 6
great-grandchildren, Bryan and Gerald Clayfield, Melissa Buckle, and Sarah, Mike, and Kayleigh Bell. Predeceased
by her sisters, Helen Ellig and Isabelle Scheistel, and brothers, Bill, Art, Alex, Elmer, Alfred, and Francis. Survived
by her sisters-in-law, Gertrude Schnurr and Dorothy Herzog. Friends are invited to share their memories of Stella
with her family at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King St., S., Waterloo on Friday (today) from 7-9
p.m. where Parish Prayers will be held at 8:45 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial in celebration of Stella's life will
be held at St. Michael's RC Church, 240 Hemlock St., Waterloo on Saturday, July 28, 2007 at 10 a.m. with Rev.
James Malone as celebrant. Interment to follow at Parkview Cemetery. Condolences for the family and donations to
Heritage House, St. Jacobs can be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In
living memory of Stella, a tree will be planted through the Trees For Learning Program by the funeral home.
WIELAND, Oscar - Passed away, suddenly, as a result of a car accident in Tillsonburg on Tuesday, July 24, 2007
at the age of 85. Beloved husband for 61 years of the late Alice Wieland (2005). Loving father of Bernice Larking
(Chris), Beverly Fortier (Warren), Gregory Wieland (Cheryl) and Heather Coles (Wayne). Oscar will be missed by
his 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Survived by his brother, Norm and sister, Mary Gryshuck and
nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Carl and his wife Lillian; infant grandson, Aleck; brothers, Albert
and Wesley and sisters, Edna and May. Oscar worked for Rosen Scrap yard, Dominion Button, Philip Gies (later
known as Canada Valve). He moved to his cottage in Elmwood 23 years ago. Oscar's family will receive relatives
and friends on Saturday from 7-9 p.m., Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and on Monday from 10-10:45 p.m. at the Henry
Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Funeral service 11 a.m., Monday, July 30,
2007 in the chapel of the funeral home. Pastor Roger Winger officiating. Interment Memory Gardens Cemetery
followed by a reception at the funeral home. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke
Foundation of Ontario or McMaster Children's Hospital would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the
funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com for Oscar's memorial.
BECKER, Harvey Edwin George - Peacefully, on Friday, July 27, 2007, at Spruce Lodge, Stratford. Harvey was
formerly of Tavistock and New Hamburg. He was born in North Easthope Township, 96 years ago a son of the late
Edwin and Christine (Schamber) Becker. Harvey was a member of Zion United Church, New Hamburg and a
former member of Oetzel's E.U.B. Church. Harvey enjoyed farming for nearly 60 years at RR 1, New Hamburg. He
was a farm machinery innovator who was an avid inventor. Beloved husband of Florence Mary (Falk) Becker, who
predeceased him January 12, 2004. Loving father of Ron and Lyla Becker of Tavistock, Elizabeth (Betty) Ann and
Paul Eidt of Stratford. Special grandfather and great-grandfather of Tanya and Kevin Yantzi, (Brianne, Bryce,
Katelyn), Dana and Dayle Reibling (Delaney, Drake), Jennifer and David Gole (Jill, Ryan), Dwayne and Karla
Becker (Wyatt, Ethan), Leanne Eidt and fiance Chris Gaston, and Stephanie Eidt. Also remembered by sister,
Eileen McIntyre and sister-in-law, Vera Becker, both of New Hamburg. Harvey was predeceased by brother, Lloyd;
sister, Lillian and her husband Nelson Seyler, and by brother-in-law, Bruce McIntyre. Friends and relatives may
call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home , 291 Huron St., New Hamburg on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. At noon
Tuesday, July 31, 2007, transfer will be made to Zion United Church for the funeral service at 2 p.m. Burial in
Lingelbach Cemetery, RR 1, Shakespeare. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Canadian
Bible Society.
CARROLL, Edward (Ted) - Passed away at the Guelph General Hospital, on Friday, July 27, 2007. Edward
(Ted) Thomas Carroll, in his 90th year was the beloved husband of the late Marcella M. (Biddy) (nee Woods)
Carroll. He is survived by his brother, James Carroll; his niece, Nancy Carroll; by his nephews, Jay Carroll and
John Carroll, and by his great-nephew, Brandon Carroll. Friends may call to meet with the family at the Gilbert
Maclntyre & Son Funeral Home, Dublin Chapel , 252 Dublin St. N., Guelph, on Sunday, July 29, 2007 from 2-4
and 7-9 p.m. A Vigil for Ted will be held at the funeral home on Sunday at 8:15 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be
held at Sacred Heart Church, 98 Alice St. in Guelph on Monday, July 30, 2007 at 11 a.m. Interment, Marymount
Cemetery, Guelph. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the
family (cards
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DUNBAR, Virginia Mary - Passed away, peacefully, at the Cambridge Memorial Hospital on Thursday, July 26,
2007, in her 81st year. Virginia was born in Poland on September 7, 1926 and spent the majority of her life in
Canada. Beloved wife of Doug, who together would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on August 31.
Loving mother of Don and his wife Joy and Dave and his wife Debbie. Special Nanny of Matt, Rachel, Megan,
Sarah, and Natalie. Also survived by her sisters, Bessie and Mary. Predeceased by her sisters, Francis and Theo, as
well as her brothers, John and Chester. Virginia also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, family members and
friends. Virginia was a life-long member of Trinity Anglican Church where she was a member of the Trinitarians as
well as a volunteer with the Trinity Community Table. Family will receive friends at Little's Funeral Home &
Cremation Centre , 223 Main St., E., Cambridge on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. Funeral Services will be conducted at
Trinity Anglican Church, 12 Blair Rd., Cambridge on Monday, July 30, 2007 at 2:30 p.m. The interment will
follow at Trinity Anglican Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lung Association - Waterloo
Region.
FITZGERALD, Cathy (nee Habel) - In her 55th year, Cathy was taken to God after a short fight with illness, on
July 14, 2007. Wife of Donald Fitzgerald Jr.; mother of Patricia and Jeff Fitzgerald; daughter of Herb Habel; sister
of Peter; sister-in-law of Mike Fitzgerald, Sandy Woodhouse, Diane Fitzgerald; daughter-in-law of Pat Fitzgerald;
loving grandmother and aunt. Predeceased by her mother, Betty Habel and father-in-law, Donald Fitzgerald Sr.
Cathy was devout in her religious followings and always took the time to pray for those in need. Her care for
people was demonstrated early as a foster caregiver for the Children's Aid Society in St. Agatha and involvement
with numerous church programs. Cathy was a salesperson and entrepreneur, starting with the K-W Drive In
Theatre, a career in flooring and home decor and ownership of a retail store. Cathy will be missed by many family
and friends. Arrangements have been concluded and we wish for you to make a contribution to your favourite
cause.
FLECHTMANN, Wilfred - Age 57, passed away peacefully, at home in Woodstock, on July 18, 2007. He was
formerly of Waterloo. Survived by daughter, Kristen; his fiancee, Linda Watmough, Woodstock; sisters, Irene and
her husband Mahmut Parlar, Hamilton, and Veronica and her husband Richard O'Brien, Kitchener, as well as
nephew, Jay Parlar and his wife MaryEllen, and nieces, Sarai and Melissa Parlar of Hamilton. He was predeceased
by his parents, Fred and Estha Flechtmann. Friends are welcome at a reception on Friday, August 3, 11:30 a.m. to 1
p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener.
GEISEL, Deacon Bob (Veteran of the Second World War, R.A.F., R.C.A.F.) - It is with great sadness the
family announces the passing of Bob, at Credit Valley Hospital, on Wednesday, July 25, 2007, at the age of 82.
Beloved husband of Mickey for 60 years. Loving father of Robbie Wojcik and her husband Francis, Kim Prinz,
Michael and his wife Joan, David, Debbie O'Blenis and her husband Gerry, and Carol Marchand and her husband
Tony. Cherished grandpa of 25 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Dolly, Chuck, Pete,
Carol, Judy, Bernie and the late Doug and Jack. Bob will be lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, family
and friends. He served as a Deacon at Sts. Martha and Mary Church for 32 years and was a member of the Knights
of Columbus JFK Council. Friends may call at the Turner & Porter "Peel" Chapel , 2180 Hurontario St.,
Mississauga (Hwy. #10 N. of QEW) from 2-4 Sunday, and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday. Funeral Mass will be held at
Sts. Martha and Mary Church, 1870 Burnhamthorpe Rd., E., Mississauga on Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at 11 a.m. If
desired, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
GRASETT, Ruth Almira - Born January 27, 1923, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2007 at Louise Marshall
Medical Centre in Mount Forest, Ontario. Predeceased by her husband, Hugh and her brother, Harold. Ruth spent
her career with Price Waterhouse and will be remembered by many employees and partners. Ruth's passing is
mourned by her nieces and nephews, Evelyn, Barry, Brian and Dennis Patchett. Ruth will be greatly missed by her
many grand nieces and nephews who are presently located in: Paris, France; Virginia, U.S.A.; London, England;
Vancouver; Whitby, Ontario; Athens, Greece and London, Ontario. Memorial service following cremation will be
held at Hendrick Funeral Home in Mount Forest on Friday, August 10 at 1 p.m. Donations to the Louise Marshall
Hospital would be greatly appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at
KALAU, John - Passed away in the presence of his family, on Friday, July 27, 2007 at Freeport Health Centre of
Grand River Hospital, in his 83rd year. Beloved husband and best friend of Johanna for 23 years. Cherished father
of Harry (Mary), Sheila, Sharon (Dennis), Shirley (Harry), Bernie (Helga), and Arnold (Cherie). Will be missed by
11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Brother of Albina, Viktor, Johanna, and Valentine. Predeceased by his
parents, August and Anna; his first wife, Ella, and brother, Albert. John's family will receive relatives and friends
today (Monday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519749-8467. A private family service will take place. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Grand River Regional
Cancer Centre, Freeport Palliative Care, Bethel Evangelical Lutheran Church or Autism Society Canada would be
appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Special thanks to Dr. Moolman for his time and
understanding, Dr. Ward for her care and compassion and the nursing staff of the Palliative Care ward for their
excellent care. Visit www.henrywalser.com for John's memorial.
OOSTERVELD, Helena (nee van Middelkoop) - February 15, 1941 - July 25, 2007. Psalm 23:6B "and I shall
dwell in the House of the Lord forever." After a lengthy illness, the Lord has called home our beloved wife, mother
and grandmother. Wife of Clarence Oosterveld. Mother of Henry and Jenn Oosterveld, Carol Oster, Cynthia and
Andreas Wiatowski and Andrew Oosterveld. Grandmother of Matthew, Joshua, Christopher, Shawn, Anthony,
Avery, Devon. Foster mother of Kathy and Mike Onifrichuk, their children Crystal, Sherri and Michelle and their
families. Survived by her mother, Cornelia van Middelkoop; her siblings, Carol, Ann, Peter, Tina and Bert.
Predeceased by her father, John van Middelkoop; her brother, George van Middelkoop and sister, Elizabeth Kerpel.
Friends will be received at Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home , 621 King Street West, Kitchener on Monday, June 30,
2007 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held from the Ratz-Bechtel Chapel on Tuesday, July 31,
2007 at 1 p.m. Interment Memory Gardens, Breslau. Reception to follow in the Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre. In
memory of Helena, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Online condolences may be
sent through www.mem.com
SHEILA J. WALES 1940 - 2007 Sheila died at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, on Wednesday, July
26, 2007. She was 67. Dear sister of Bill Wales and his wife Helen of Niagara Falls. She was predeceased by her
parents, Madeleine (Fowell) and Douglas Wales. Friends are invited to share their memories of Sheila with her
family at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street South, Waterloo, on Monday, July 30, 2007,
from 12 noon to 12:45 p.m. The funeral service will follow in the chapel of the funeral home on Monday at 1 p.m.,
with Rev. Adrian Lee officiating. Interment to follow in Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo. Condolences for the family
and donations to the K-W YWCA would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through
the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In memory of Sheila, a tree will be planted through the
BOORMAN, Keith Stanley - One of the area's most beautiful baritone voices was silenced on Saturday, July 28.
Loved by many due to his sense of fun, his sweet nature, and constant smile, Keith will be missed by his wife,
Mavis; his children, Chris Boorman and Lisa Vandenbeld; son-in-law, Raymond; grandchildren, Stephanie and
Lauren; sisters, Gwen James and Elspeth Spence; stepchildren, Bruce Wyse and Sharon Wyse Boileau, and many
step-grandchildren. Born in Peterborough, Ont. in 1929 and educated at Queen's University, Keith was an Electrical
Engineer. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service and celebration of his life will be held on August 15 at
2 p.m. For more information please contact [email protected] or [email protected] (or phone Bruce at 519746-5812). Thank you for the superb care given by Drs. Mather and Kennel, and the staff of Columbia Forest
Long-Term Care Centre. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Canada would be much
appreciated, donations can be made through the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 519-749-8467.
BURKE, Jane - Died peacefully after a long happy life, surrounded by her family on Saturday, July 28, 2007, 92
years of age. Jane Burke, loving wife of the late David Burke. Dear mother of David Joseph (Verna), Gerald
Aloysius, Hillary Francis, Joseph Garred (Doris) and Pamela Heather Scherer (Brian). Dear grandmother of eight
grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Remembered by four sisters and 2 brothers. Predeceased by her
parents, Walter and Rose Young; one granddaughter and nine brothers and sisters. Relatives and friends are invited
to call at the Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home and Chapel , 51 Benton at Church St., Kitchener (519-7424481) today (Monday) from 6-9 p.m. Parish prayers at 8:45 p.m. Prayers will be recited on Tuesday, July 31, 2007
at 9:15 p.m. Transfer will then be made to St. Aloysius R.C. Church for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m.
Interment Woodland Cemetery. Reception to follow in the Church Hall. Donations to the Kidney Foundation or the
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated by the family. A special thank you to the staff at
Sunnyside Nursing Home for the quality care given to Jane. For online condolences please visit www.mem.com
FINNIE, Bruce William - Died suddenly, on July 26, 2007, at the Cambridge Memorial Hospital. Beloved son of
Edna and the late Colin Finnie and brother of Susan Finnie of Peterborough. Much loved father of Kristin Bain and
her husband Phil, Shaun Finnie and his wife Michelle and Kyle Finnie. Much loved grandpa to Alicia and Hayden
Bain and Dominik Finnie. Sadly missed by family, friends and co-workers of Strudex Fibres Ltd. in Waterloo.
Cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will take place at Corbett Funeral Home , 95 Dundas St.
Cambridge on Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. As expressions of sympathy, donations
to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or Knox's Galt Presbyterian Church would be appreciated by the family.
GEORGE PETRI 1924 - 2007 Peacefully, at St. Mary's Hospital, on Saturday, July 28, 2007, with his family at
his side. George Petri, age 82. Beloved husband of Katharina (nee Lurz) of 52 years. Loving father of Karin and
Henry, and Betty and Rob. George will also be sadly missed by his grandchildren, Tomas, Lukas, Nicole, and Leah.
Predeceased by his parents, George Sr. and Katharina, and by his brothers, Hans and Gerhard. Friends are invited to
share their memories of George with his family during visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171
King Street South, Waterloo, on Tuesday, July 31, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate
George's life will be held at Christian Fellowship Church, 315 Northlake Drive, Waterloo on Wednesday, August 1,
2007 at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Parkview Cemetery. Condolences for the family and donations to the
Parkinson Society Canada or St. Mary's Hospital Foundation may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-7458445 or www.erbgood.com. In living memory of George, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning
HALLER, Alois - Suddenly on July 27, 2007 at St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener, 71 years of age. Alois Haller,
loving husband of Petra Haller. Dear father of Silke Haller of Toronto, Oliver Haller and Claudia Sprenger of
Berlin, Germany and Andre Haller and his wife Jennifer of Waterloo. Loving grandfather of Nicholas and
Elizabeth. Alois will be remembered by three sisters in Germany. Alois was very active within his church
community in Kitchener and Toronto. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral
Home and Chapel , 51 Benton St. at Church St., Kitchener (519-742-4481) on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. A
complete funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Thursday, August 2, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. Pastor
Paul Schulze officiating. Cremation to follow. Reception in the Heritage Room of the funeral home following the
service. Donations to the Toronto Airport Christian Fellowship would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.mem.com
JOHN M. STEWART 1932-2007 John died in the comfort of his home, surrounded by the love of his family, on
Saturday, July 28, 2007. He was 75. He is survived by his beloved wife, Pierrette (Bourgon); predeceased by his
son, Michael, and survived by his children, Graeme Stewart and his partner Christine Nelsen of Sechelt, B.C.,
Sandra Stewart and her husband David Dibblee of Oakville, Alan Stewart and his wife Karen Damaren of
Waterloo; a step-son, Martin Lebreche of Mississauga and 11 grandchildren. He will also be fondly remembered by
his brother, David Stewart and his wife Sheila of Scotland; sisters, Hilda and her husband Victor Davis of Toronto
and Elizabeth and her husband Hugh Anderson of England. John was predeceased by his parents. John was
educated at Aberdeen Academy and St. Andrews University with a degree in Mathematics and Physics and a post
graduate degree in Applied Physics (Electronics), winning 1st class honours and the Ferranti Gold Medal in
Electronic Engineering. John first started working at the British Ministry of Aviation Royal Radar Establishment,
Malvern, England in the Physics, Radar and Guided-weapons Division. He emigrated to Canada in 1956 and joined
RCA, Montreal, to work on the mid-Canada Line Radar system and then many space projects that were awarded by
NASA. He has been responsible for the development, production and launch of 10 space satellites. After 25 years
of working at RCA, in 1982, John joined Raytheon Canada as President. During his tenure, his achievements
included the design and installation of the radar and display equipment for the modernized Canadian air traffic
control system. Outside his business life, John was an avid golfer and has played many golf courses in different
countries. He was a member of Conestoga Golf Course as well as Meadowoods in Orlando, Florida. John served as
a Director on the Boards of Raytheon Canada and two other Raytheon subsidiaries, the Aerospace Industries
Association of Canada, Elinca Communications, the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony Orchestra, the City of
Waterloo Economic Development Council and served from 1986 to 1992 as Deputy Chairman of the Canada/Korea
Business Council. Friends are invited to share their memories of John with his family at the Erb & Good Family
Funeral Home , 171 King Street South, Waterloo, on Tuesday, July 31, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral
service to celebrate John's life will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Wednesday, August 1, 2007 at 11
a.m. Immediately following the service, friends are invited to the Fireside Reception Room of the funeral home for
refreshments and a time to visit with the family. Following the reception, a private family committal service will be
held at Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo. The Stewart family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Donna Ward and her
team and also the staff at Grand River Regional Cancer Center. Condolences for the family and donations to Grand
River Regional Cancer Center or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy
and may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of John, a
tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral Home.
KAUK, Doris (nee McLennan) - Peacefully at her home at Lanark Place on Friday, July 27, 2007, 78 years of age.
Doris Kauk, loving wife of the late Arthur Kauk (1977). Dear mother of Frederick and his wife Janet of Waterloo,
Richard of Kitchener, Kim Secours and her husband Andre of Kitchener, Karen Ledingham and her husband David
of Tavistock and Cindy Vaccaro of New York. Loving grandmother to eight grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren. Also remembered by one sister, Betty Barr. Predeceased by her daughter, Kathy Cernick (May
2007); her brothers, Lloyd and Jack, and her parents, James and Dorothy McLennan. At Doris's request, there will
be no funeral and cremation has taken place. There will be a private family interment. Donations to the K-W Lung
Association would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy by the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to
the Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home , 51 Benton at Church Street, Kitchener (519-742-4481). Online
condolences may be sent through www.mem.com
KUEPFER, Bradley Clinton (Brad) - Passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 28, 2007. Brad was born 32 years
ago in Kitchener. He enjoyed time with his friends as well as helping his dad with livestock trucking. He was also a
former employee of Ontario Livestock Exchange. Beloved son of Karen Kuepfer of Waterloo and Clare Kuepfer of
RR 1, Dobbinton. Sadly missed by sisters, Lisa and her husband John Beever of Arthur and Michelle and her
husband Tim Allen of Kitchener. Lovingly remembered by his nieces, Deanna, Jessica and Tabitha. Brad is dearly
remembered by his grandparents, John and Sabina Randall of Cambridge as well as by aunts and uncles, Levi and
Beatrice Kuepfer of New Hamburg, Edgar and Betty Kuepfer of Lacombe, Alberta, Pauline Kuepfer of Kitchener,
Donna Klahen of Barrie and Robert Randall of Cambridge and many cousins and friends. Also remembered by
Cathy Kuepfer of RR 1, Dobbinton. Brad was predeceased by his grandparents, Emmanuel and Barbara Kuepfer
and by aunt and uncles, Loretta and Joe Wolf and Mervin Kuepfer. Friends and relatives may call at the Mark
Jutzi Funeral Home , 291 Huron St., New Hamburg on Tuesday, July 31, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A private
family funeral service and burial will be held. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to Sick
Children's Hospital, Toronto.
MAHOOD, Douglas - Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Saturday, July 28, 2007 at St.
Mary's Hospital, at the age of 62. Loving husband and best friend of Donna for 21 years. Loving son of Frances of
Buckhorn. Cherished father of Kirk (Lori) of Edmonton, Christopher (Raelyn) of Medicine Hat, Nicole of
Orangeville, Dwayne of Tiverton, and Darryl of Kitchener. Grandfather of Austin, Carly, Kynley, Karis, Kassidy,
Seth, Kyle, Cody, Erika, Natasha, Nicole, Corrine, Christina, Josh, Rebecca, and Erika. Brother of James (Judy) of
LeDuc, Alberta, Allan of LeDuc, Alberta, Donna of Kitchener, Ethel (Dave) of Buckhorn, Janice (John) of
Saskatoon, Karen of Ohio, Gary of Lakefield, Deborah (Peter) of Ottawa, and Paula (Bill) of Summerland, B.C.
Will be missed by many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Predeceased by his father Keith; brother, Stephen and
his wife Rita. At Doug's request cremation has taken place. Doug's family will receive relatives and friends on
Saturday, August 11, 2007 from 12-2 p.m. at Selwyn Outreach Centre, 2686 Lakefield Rd., R.R. #4 Peterborough,
ON, (705-742-9258). A memorial service to celebrate Doug's life will take place at 2 p.m. As expressions of
sympathy, donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society would be appreciated by the family and can be made by
calling the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467 (cards available at the
funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com for Doug's memorial.
MCALEER, James "Buddy" - At Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest on Sunday, July 29, 2007. Jim
"Buddy" Ralph McAleer of Mount Forest, in his 59th year. Beloved husband of Tami (Langlois) McAleer. Loved
father of Brad McAleer of Guelph, Brittany McAleer of Mount Forest and Aaron McAleer of Mount Forest.
Predeceased by parents Ralph and Henrietta McAleer. Son-in-law of Don and Betty Langlois of Trowbridge. Dear
brother of Kay Kavalek and husband Steve of Guelph, Kim Dawe of Guelph, Carol Dawes and husband Bruce of
Guelph and Reg McAleer and wife Charlene of Cambridge. Brother-in-law of Ron Langlois of Alma and Derrick
Langlois and wife Teri of Harriston. Survived also by his many nieces and nephews. Jim will be fondly
remembered by his special uncle, Reg Wilson of Truro, Nova Scotia. Friends may call at the Hendrick Funeral
Home , Mount Forest, today (Monday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home
chapel on Tuesday, July 31 at 11 a.m. Cremation to follow. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or
Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at
MICHALOFSKY, Bernice M. - Passed away peacefully in her 84th year, at Sunnyside Home on Friday, July 27,
2007, surrounded by her family. Bernice was a member of St. Aloysius Church, the CWL of the Church for over 40
years. Formerly a member of the St. Aloysius Choir and a Eucharistic Minister, as well as a member of the Right to
Life Association and the Chord Spinners. Loving mother to James and his wife Joanne, Terry, Robert, Donna and
her husband Victor Komer all of Kitchener, Brian and his wife Leanne of Mississauga, Dianne and her husband
Dennis Muhlbauer, Debbie and her husband Bruce Ernst all of Waterloo; sister to Laird Linesman and his wife
Laurel, Donny Linesman and Margaret Berwick all of Kitchener and Eileen Lamoureux of Rhode Island. Will be
sadly missed by her fourteen grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents, Vincent
Linseman and Margaret Kraemer; her husband, Willard in 1969; four brothers, Wilfred, Cecil, Howard and Earl.
Friends may call at the Ratz- Bechtel Funeral Home , 621 King St. W. Kitchener on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9
where parish prayers will be recited at 8:45 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. from St.
Aloysius Church with Father Cornelius O'Mahony officiating. Interment will be in Woodland Cemetery and
donations may be made to the Carmel of St. Joseph arranged through the funeral home. Her family would like to
thank the staff at Sunnyside Home for the love, care and kindness they provided our Mom over the years.
Especially the last two weeks with their continuous support. Online condolences may be sent through
www.mem.com Dear God, There are things we cannot measure Like the depth of waves and sea And the height of
stars in heaven And the joy you bring to me, Like eternity's long endlessness And the sunsets golden hue, The love
I have for you.
PARKIN, David James - Of Guelph, passed away peacefully to be with his Savior at London University Hospital,
on Saturday, July 28, 2007, at the age of 54. Loving husband to Mary (Molto) for 34 years. Dear dad to Jennifer
and her friend Jeremy, Matthew and his friend Jennifer. Dear brother-in-law to Joan and Rich Little, Diane and Don
Caskanette all of Guelph, and Colleen and Paul Bell of Calgary. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, aunts,
uncles, cousins and friends. Predeceased by his parents, Harold and Viola Parkin of Kitchener. Dave was a
longtime employee of W.C. Wood Co. and was an avid Amateur Radio enthusiast. He also loved fishing, boating
and motorcycling. Friends will be received at the Wall-Custance Funeral Home & Chapel , 206 Norfolk St.,
Guelph, Wednesday (12:30 - 2 p.m.). Funeral service to celebrate Dave's life will be held, in the funeral home
chapel, Wednesday, August 1, 2007, at 2 p.m. (Reception to follow in the Wall-Custance Family Reception
Centre). Cremation has taken place with inurnment at Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions to the Liver
Foundation would be appreciated by the family. (519-822-0051,www.wall custance.com)
PARTRIDGE, Myrtle - Passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 29, 2007 at her residence Knollcrest Lodge,
Milverton. Myrtle was born 89 years ago in St. Jacob's a daughter of the late Leander and Martha (Letson) Gole.
She was a member of St. Paul's United Church, Milverton where she was a member of the U.C.W. She was also a
member of the Milverton Legion Branch 565 Ladies Auxiliary and enjoyed crocheting, knitting, quilting and
baking. Myrtle was lovingly devoted to her family and will be sadly missed. Beloved wife of the late Harvey John
Partridge who predeceased her September 16, 1986. Loving mother of Ken and wife Helena of Stratford, Jim and
wife Fern of Milverton and mother-in-law of June of Milverton. Lovingly remembered by grandchildren, Cindy and
Rob, Stephen, Jeff and Karen, Jason and Rose, Stacey and Steve and by great-grandchildren Bobbi-Lee and Dave,
Laynee, Leah and Clare. Also remembered by brothers-in-law Harold Partridge of Mitchell and Bob and wife Edith
Partridge of Kitchener. Myrtle was predeceased by son, Lee Partridge (October 28, 2004); by grandson, Bob
Partridge (Aug 14, 1994) and by brothers, Russell and wife Margaret and Isaac and wife Ruth. Family and friends
will be received at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home , 7 Spencer Street, Milverton on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
The funeral service will take place at the funeral home on Wednesday August 1, 2007 at 2 p.m. with Pastor Chris
Beaumont officiating. Interment to follow in Greenwood Cemetery, Milverton. As expressions of sympathy,
donations to Knollcrest Lodge or the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated by the family.
PATRAK, Zdenka - After a lengthy illness, passed away with her husband by her side, on Sunday, July 29, 2007,
at Sunnyside Nursing Home, at the age of 74. Beloved wife and best friend of Andrew for 55 years. Grandmother
of Kessy. Predeceased by her daughter, Alena. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Sunnyside Nursing Home
would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling Henry Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick
St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Visit www.henrywalser.com for Zdenka's memorial.
SCHMAROWSKI, Paul - Passed away, suddenly, on Sunday, July 29, 2007, at Victoria Place Retirement
Residence, at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Else for 63 years. Father of Carina. Grandfather of Tara Stadius of
Toronto and Tyler Stadius of Mazatlan, Mexico. Brother of Hildchen Heise of Germany. There will be no formal
visitation or funeral service. Cremation has taken place. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Grand River
Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated by the family and can be made by calling the Henry Walser
Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467 (cards available at the funeral home). Visit
www.henrywalser.com for Paul's memorial.
ROBERT LEE CRUICKSHANK 1920 - 2007 Passed away peacefully at Lanark Heights, Kitchener on Friday,
July 27, 2007 in his 88th year. Robert was the beloved husband of the late Constance "Connie" (nee Gellatly) who
predeceased him a year ago on August 5, 2006 in their 65th year of marriage. He was the caring and much loved
father of Ginnie Boro of Ottawa, Susan Casher and her husband Tom, and Jane Furlong and her husband Pat of
Waterloo. He was the very proud grandfather of Seth Boro and his wife Jen of San Francisco, Amy Boro of
Toronto and Claire, Christopher and Gavin Casher and Lauren Furlong of Waterloo. Robert was also predeceased
by his parents, Virginia (Bush) and George Cruickshank; brothers, Tom and George and sister, Nancy. Robert was
a Veteran of the Second World War. He served in the Canadian Army in England, Italy and North Africa for the
duration of the war. Attending the Remembrance Day ceremony was always important for him. Robert worked
until retirement at the Canada Customs and Excise Dept. He and Connie were very involved with K-W Services for
the Physically Disabled (currently K-W Access-Ability), where Robert volunteered in the swimming program for
many years. He enjoyed his membership at the Waterloo Y with the Super Seniors. Robert was a longtime member
of the Church of the Holy Saviour in Waterloo. As a result of two severe strokes, Bob had resided at Lanark
Heights for the past 3 1/2 years, preceded by 7 1/2 years at Lanark Place. He will be missed by the many wonderful
caregivers there who have assisted him over these years. His family is very appreciative of the loving care and
dignity which has been shown to him, particularly in recent weeks. Friends are invited to share their memories of
Bob at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo, on Thursday August 2, 2007 from 7-9
p.m. A service to celebrate his life and faith will be held at the Church of the Holy Saviour, 33 Allen Street East,
Waterloo, on Friday August 3, 2007 at 11 a.m., with Archdeacon Neil Carver officiating. Following the service,
friends and relatives are invited to the Parish Hall for refreshments and a time to visit with the family. Condolences
for the family and donations to Hospice of Waterloo Region, Church of the Holy Saviour Memorial Fund or the
Heart and Stroke Foundation may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erb good.com. In
living memory of Robert a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
SUTHERLAND, Donald Craig - Suddenly, at the Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital, Burlington, on Friday, July
27, 2007, at the age of 79. Dear husband of Nelda Sutherland (nee Giese) of Burlington. Loved brother of twin
sister, Jean Gerrie-Benjamin and her husband Orrin Benjamin of Hamilton and Hugh Sutherland and his wife
Donna of Burlington. Donald will also be missed by sisters-in-law, Alma Pinke of Kitchener-Waterloo and Lorrane
William of Kitchener-Waterloo; by brothers-in-law Harold Giese of Plattsville and Earl Giese and his wife Ruth of
Dunnville and by many nieces and nephews and their families. Donald was an employee of Dofasco for 35 years
(retired). Visitation at Knox Presbyterian Church, 461 Elizabeth Street, Burlington on Thursday, August 2, 2007 at
1 p.m. followed by a Service of Remembrance at 2 p.m. Cremation. Arrangements entrusted to Smith's Funeral
Home , 905-632-3333. If desired, expressions of sympathy to The Knox Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund or the
Heart and Stoke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated by the family. www.smithsfh.com
TOKIO, Ron - At the Cambridge Memorial Hospital, on Saturday, July 28, 2007, in his 67th year. Dear husband
of Pat (Alton) Tokio of Cambridge. Beloved son of Pat Becker (Tokio) of Toronto and the late James Tokio. Ron
leaves his children, Janie Osman and husband Ali of Toronto and Jim Beek and wife Raquel of Kitchener. Beloved
brother of Rita Campbell and husband Colin of Keswick; Jackie Tokio and wife Evelyn of Edmonton; David Tokio
and wife Mary of Timmins; and sister-in-law, Emily Tokio of Cambridge. Dear Papa of Younis, Stephan and
Rylee. He was a special uncle to all of his nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Gerald. A
celebration of his life will be held at the Corbett Funeral Home Chapel , 95 Dundas Street, Cambridge on
Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at 11 a.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Cambridge Community Living or
Oncology at the Cambridge Memorial Hospital would be appreciated by the family. Reception to follow at the
Royal Canadian Legion, Galt Branch, 4 Veterans Way, Cambridge.
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ALF DERNESCH 1928 - 2007 Alf passed away, peacefully, at St. Mary's General Hospital, on Monday, July 30,
2007, in his 79th year due to complications from pneumonia. Alf will be sadly missed by his wife of 51 years, Irene
(nee Harper); his son Brian Dernesch and wife Terri of St. Jacobs; his daughter, Christine and husband Gerald van
Stuyvenberg of Ayr, and grandchildren Nashira, Shannon, Kate and Ariel, Leah and Noah. Also missed by Ken and
Janet Perrin (nee Harper) of Woodstock and Cathy Dernesch of St. Jacobs. Predeceased by his parents, Joseph and
Josephine Dernesch. Alf retired from Carling's/Labatt's and began his full-time career in antiques where he enjoyed
socializing in his store. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories of Alf during visitation at the Erb
& Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South in Waterloo on Wednesday, August 1 (today) from 2-4 and
7-9 pm. The funeral service to celebrate Alf's life will be held in the funeral home chapel on Thursday, August 2,
2007 at 3:00 pm. A reception will immediately follow the service at the funeral home. Interment at Erb Street
Mennonite Cemetery. A special thank you to the nurses and doctors of St. Mary's Hospital, ICU for their
compassionate care. Condolences for the family and memorial donations to St. Mary's Hospital Foundation, ICU
may be arranged by contacting the funeral home at 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of Alf, a
tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
AVILA, Zulmira - Passed away peacefully at her residence surrounded by family on July 30, 2007 at the age of
96. Beloved wife of the late Manuel Areia and mother to Manuel Areia and his wife Sofia, Virginia Freitas and her
husband Jose and Maria Da Rosa and her husband Jose. Dear grandmother of Elizabeth and husband Lorenzo,
Debbie and husband Paul, John and wife Cindy, Claude and wife Shirley, Maria Freitas, Celina Freitas, Dina,
Angela and husband Vieira, Lucia and husband Jose, Idelmira and Rui. Beloved great grandmother of Mike, Jeni,
Filipa, Lorenzo, Nicole, Alexandra, Hanna, Joshua, Kyle, Kaityln, Kassy, Norberta, Ivo, Brian, Andrew, Eva,
Barbara and great-great grandmother to Emidio. Resting at the Corbett Funeral Home, 95 Dundas Street,
Cambridge where the family will receive friends on Wednesday August 1, 2007 from 2-4 p.m and 7-9 p.m. Rosary
will be recited at the funeral home on Wednesday evening at 8 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of
Fatima R.C. Church, Elgin St. Cambridge on Thursday August 2, 2007 at 10a.m. www.corbettfuneralhome.ca
BEWLEY, Elizabeth 'Betty' Margaret (nee MacDonald) - Passed away at her residence, Sunday, July 29, 2007,
in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late F. Wilson Bewley. Loved mother of John of B.C. and Jean Ann (Jack)
Arruda of Kitchener. Loving grandmother of Diane, Sharon, Michelle, Robert and Grant. Great grandmother of
eleven. Predeceased by brother William MacDonald. She will be sadly missed by Ada Bewley, Doreen, Chuck and
Paul. Friends will be received at the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 206 Norfolk St.,
Guelph, Thursday (7-9 p.m.). Funeral service will be held, in the funeral home chapel, Friday, August 3, 2007, at
11:00 a.m. Interment Eden Mills Cemetery. (Reception to follow at Eden Mills Presbyterian Church). Memorial
contributions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 204-21 Surrey St. W., Guelph N1H 3R3 would be
appreciated.
BOORMAN, Keith Stanley - One of the area's most beautiful baritone voices was silenced on Saturday, July 28.
Loved by many due to his sense of fun, his sweet nature, and constant smile, Keith will be missed by his wife,
Mavis; his children, Chris Boorman and Lisa Vandenbeld; son-in-law, Raymond; grandchildren, Stephanie and
Lauren; sisters, Gwen James and Elspeth Spence; stepchildren, Bruce Wyse and Sharon Wyse Boileau, and many
step-grandchildren. Born in Peterborough, Ont. in 1929 and educated at Queen's University, Keith was an Electrical
Engineer. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service and celebration of his life will be held on August 15,
2007 at 2 p.m. For more information please contact [email protected] or [email protected] (or phone
Bruce at 519-746-5812). Thank you for the superb care given by Drs. Mather and Kennel, and the staff of
Columbia Forest Long-Term Care Center. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Canada would
be much appreciated; donations can be made through the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 519-749-8467.
CORNELL, Wesley - Passed away, peacefully, at Hilltop Manor, Cambridge, on Saturday, July 28, 2007 in his
89th year. Predeceased by his sister, Betty Ableson (July 10, 2007). Wesley is survived by his niece, Pat Piper; his
great nephews, Richard and Gregory Bell. A private family interment has taken place. As expressions of sympathy
donations may be made to the Diabetes Association by contacting Coutts Funeral Home and Cremation Center ,
519-621-1650.
ELSIE BUBLITZ 1931-2007 Passed away peacefully at St. Mary's General Hospital on Monday, July 30, 2007, at
the age of 76 years. Loving mother of Anette Krueger and Joe Guido, Ralph and Linda, Roland, and Rose and
Jonathan Beal. Proud Oma of Tanya, Bianca, Natascha, Katrinna, Megan, Jasmin and Zoe and Ur Oma of three.
Else will be dearly remembered by her loving companion, Klaus Niemann and his family. She is also survived by
her family in Germany. Predeceased by her husband, Horst Bublitz. Friends are invited to share their memories of
Else with her family at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo on Wednesday
from 6-8 pm. The funeral service to remember and celebrate Else's life will be in the funeral home chapel on
Thursday August 2, 2007 at 11 am. A reception will follow in the funeral home's Fireside Reception Room. In lieu
of flowers, donations to the Arthritis Society would be appreciated and can be arranged through the funeral home,
519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of Else, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning
FORD, Gary James - Died suddenly, on July 28, 2007 in his 27th year. Best dad ever to Payton, loving partner of
Diane Luis. Special son of Gary and Valerie Ford. Loving brother of Rob, Stephanie Dahmer (Chris), Ronda (Sean
Mitchell). He was a special "Unc" to Sage and Auriana. Surely missed by his close cousins, Ronnie, Roger and
David Chaput and all his aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends at Coutts Funeral Home and
Cremation Centre , 96 St. Andrew's St., Cambridge on Thursday, August 2, 2007 from 12 noon until the time of
the funeral service to be held in the chapel at 2 p.m. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be
made to the trust fund for Payton Joy Ford through the Bank of Montreal, Transit #3053, Account #8631-098.
"Your life was so short but we thank you for your love and memories."
JOHN M. STEWART 1932-2007 John died in the comfort of his home, surrounded by the love of his family, on
Saturday, July 28, 2007. He was 75. He is survived by his beloved wife, Pierrette (Bourgon); predeceased by his
son, Michael, and survived by his children, Graeme Stewart and his partner Christine Nelsen of Sechelt, B.C.,
Sandra Stewart and her husband David Dibblee of Oakville, Alan Stewart and his wife Karen Damaren of
Waterloo; a step-son, Martin Lebreche of Mississauga and 11 grandchildren. He will also be fondly remembered by
his brother, David Stewart and his wife Sheila of Scotland; sisters, Hilda and her husband Victor Davis of Toronto
and Elizabeth and her husband Hugh Anderson of England. John was predeceased by his parents. John was
educated at Aberdeen Academy and St. Andrews University with a degree in Mathematics and Physics and a post
graduate degree in Applied Physics (Electronics), winning 1st class honours and the Ferranti Gold Medal in
Electronic Engineering. John first started working at the British Ministry of Aviation Royal Radar Establishment,
Malvern, England in the Physics, Radar and Guided-weapons Division. He emigrated to Canada in 1956 and joined
RCA, Montreal, to work on the mid-Canada Line Radar system and then many space projects that were awarded by
NASA. He has been responsible for the development, production and launch of 10 space satellites. After 25 years
of working at RCA, in 1982, John joined Raytheon Canada as President. During his tenure, his achievements
included the design and installation of the radar and display equipment for the modernized Canadian air traffic
control system. Outside his business life, John was an avid golfer and has played many golf courses in different
countries. He was a member of Conestoga Golf Course as well as Meadowoods in Orlando, Florida. John served as
a Director on the Boards of Raytheon Canada and two other Raytheon subsidiaries, the Aerospace Industries
Association of Canada, Elinca Communications, the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony Orchestra, the City of
Waterloo Economic Development Council and served from 1986 to 1992 as Deputy Chairman of the Canada/Korea
Business Council. Friends are invited to share their memories of John with his family at the Erb & Good Family
Funeral Home , 171 King Street South, Waterloo, on Tuesday, July 31, 2007 (today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The
funeral service to celebrate John's life will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Wednesday, August 1, 2007
at 11 a.m. Immediately following the service, friends are invited to the Fireside Reception Room of the funeral
home for refreshments and a time to visit with the family. Following the reception, a private family committal
service will be held at Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo. The Stewart family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Donna
Ward and her team and also the staff at Grand River Regional Cancer Center. Condolences for the family and
donations to Grand River Regional Cancer Center or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated as
expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In
living memory of John, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral Home.
JOHNSTON, Mary Elizabeth (Hunt) - Born in Sandwich, Ontario, July 14, 1918, died of complications
following a stroke, July 29, 2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Hamilton, in her 90th year. Widow of Richard John
Johnston, who predeceased her on August 24, 1993. Beloved mother of Hilary Meggison (Doug Brennan) and
Mary Westell (Bruce). Sadly missed by grandchildren Janet Rymal, Rowan Atkinson, Ernie Meggison, and Jordan
and Emily Westell and great-grandchildren, Riley Vanderzee, Rebecca, Elisabeth, Julia, and Timothy Atkinson. A
lifelong volunteer, Mrs. Johnston was a life member of the Joseph Brant Hospital Auxiliary in Burlington, Ontario,
an active Guider for many years in Ontario, a Board member of St. Thomas' Anglican Church in Cambridge,
Ontario and a member of the Canadian Red Cross Society. Music and art were her passions. Mrs. Johnston played
the organ at many churches, particularly St. Andrew's Anglican Church in Indian Harbour, N.S., where she also led
the Sunday School. Since March of 2006, Mrs. Johnston resided at Queens Garden Long Term Care Residence,
where she continued her painting and was able to play the organ. In June, she held a one woman art show, featuring
her recent paintings. Thanks to the staff at Queens Garden for their wonderful care and friendship and to the nurses
at St. Joseph's (Cardiology) for their kindness during our Mother's last days. Mary's family will receive guests at the
Dodsworth & Brown Funeral Home - Robinson Chapel (King St. E. at Wellington) on Thursday, August 2,
(today) from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be at All Saints Anglican Church (15 Queen St. S.) on Saturday, August
4 at 1 p.m. Cremation will follow. Interment will take place at St. Anne's Anglican Church cemetery, Byron,
Ontario.
KUBE, Robert Henry - On July 28, 2007, at General & Marine Hospital, Collingwood, Ont., at the age of 80
years. Bob Kube of Wasaga Beach, beloved husband of the late Eileen Ann Kube (2001). Loving father to David
and his wife Sam of Kitchener, Daniel and his wife Maureen of Surrey, B.C., Elizabeth Ann Kube of Wasaga
Beach and JoAnne Whelan of Owen Sound. Dear father-in-law to Sherry Kube of Coppercliff. Grandpa of 11
grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Brother to James and his wife Rose Kube of Sauble Beach. Predeceased
by his parents, Robert and Minnie Kube and two sons, William and Michael. Visitation will be held at the Watts
Funeral Home and Cremation Center , 132 River Road East, Wasaga Beach (one block east of Main Street), on
Tuesday, July 31, 2007 (today) from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday, August 1 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Funeral service will
be conducted in the chapel on Wednesday, August 1, 2007 at 1 p.m. Cremation. As expressions of sympathy,
donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated.
NAREJKO, Frank Sr. - Suddenly at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, on Sunday July 29, 2007 at
the age of 88. Father to Frank Narejko Jr. and Carol Gibson . Grandfather to Andrew, Amanda, Elizabeth, Victoria,
Jessica and Dianna . Predeceased by wives, Albertine Leudke and Anne Dychuck. Service to be held at 11:00 am at
St. Peters Cemetery on August 1, 2007 .
PRIOR, Stella (nee Modrowski) - Passed away peacefully in Cleveland on Wednesday, July 25, 2007, at the age
of 82 years. Beloved mother and grandmother to three daughters and one son and their families, all in the United
States. Sister of Stanley Modrowski of Toronto, Frank Modrowski, Amy and her husband Edward Kaufman,
Edward Modrowski and his wife Edith, all of Kitchener, Waterloo. A private graveside service will be held at a
later date.
REV. CHARLES MacDONALD 1914 - 2007 Passed away, peacefully to be with his Lord and Saviour, at K-W
Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, on Sunday, July 29, 2007, in his 93rd year. Rev. MacDonald was born in
Medicine Hat, AB. From 1934 to 1955, he served as a lay missionary in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan,
Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia. Rev. MacDonald was a graduate of Presbyterian College, Montreal
and the University of Saskatchewan (History Major). He was ordained in 1956 in Dalhousie, NB serving Dalhousie,
Jaquet River and New Mills. In 1959, a move was made to Stellarton, NS and then to Glencoe, ON in 1963 serving
Glencoe and Wardsville. Rev. MacDonald served as minister at Knox Presbyterian Church in Brantford and Mount
Pleasant Presbyterian Church from 1977 until retirement in 1985. He was the beloved husband of Jemima (nee
Allan) for 51 years. Dear father of Eoin MacDonald of Edmonton, AB, Margaret (Glenn) White of Kitchener, and
Caroline MacDonald (Don Kudo) of Guelph. Lovingly remembered by five grandchildren, Ashlie and Shane
White, Andrew and Allyson MacDonald and Naomi Kudo. Survived by his sister, Beatrice Edwards and brother-inlaw Bill Allan, both of British Columbia. Predeceased by his parents, Hugh and Margaret MacDonald and three
sisters, Janet Klunck, Florence Wallator and Margaret Stout. Rev. MacDonald's family will receive friends at St.
Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 54 Queen St. N, Kitchener, on Thursday, August 2, 2007 from 12 noon to 1 p.m.,
followed by the funeral service to honour Charles' life and faith at 1 p.m. in the Covenant Chapel of the church. A
reception will follow at the church. Private interment at Memory Gardens, Breslau. Condolences for the family and
memorial donations to St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church or Scouts Canada may be arranged by contacting the Erb
& Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory
of Charles, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.
SAUDER, Mel - Of Inverhuron, at South Bruce Grey Health Centre-Kincardine, on Friday, July 27, 2007, in his
77th year. Beloved husband of Dianna Sauder (nee Lucier). Dear father of Brenda Sauder (J.C. Sturgeon) of
Etobicoke, Gary Sauder Sr. of Huron Park, Sherry Davis (Jorgen Ohlsson) of St. Catharines, Steven Sauder of
Toronto, and David (Rebecca) Sauder of Barrie. Sadly missed by his grandchildren, Gary Jr., Colin, Emmerton,
Matthew, Noah, Graham and Amy. Loved brother of Wesley (Luella) of St. Jacobs, Stanley (Dorothy) of
Kitchener, Harvey of Cambridge, Maurice (Mabel) of Kitchener, Miriam (Alvin) Wagler of Milverton, and Joanna
Ropp of Tavistock. Predeceased by his parents, Benjamin and Rosanna (Martin) Sauder; brothers-in-law, Delton
Holst and Alfred Ropp, and sister-in-law, Hazel Sauder. Also survived by brothers-in-law, Danny (Grace) Lucier of
Windsor, and Lionel Lucier of Chatham, and sisters-in-law, Marlene Lucier of Windsor, and Louise Lucier of
Tiverton. Visitation was at the Davey-Linklater Funeral Home, Kincardine, on Monday from 2:00 to 4:00 and
7:00 to 9:00 p.m., where the funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 31 (today) at 11 a.m., with Rev. Don
Harry officiating. Interment, Kincardine Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or
the Kincardine Hospital would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Portrait and memorial online at
www.daveylinklaterfuneralhome.com
TYLER, John Marshall - Of Hidden Valley Lake, CA, died on Sunday, July 29, 2007 at St. Helena Hospital. He
was born on March 10, 1930 in Huntington Park, CA to John Marshall and Willie Mae Tyler. Beloved husband of
Rosemary Tyler(nee: Monaghan) who was born and raised in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, of 50 years. He is also
survived by his five children, Kathleen Lukan (Kevin) of Coarsegold, CA, MaryRose "Kelly" Tyler of Mill Valley,
CA, Patricia Tomko (Mike) of Hidden Valley Lake, CA, John Tyler (Julie) of Windsor, CA and William Tyler (
Robinne) of Florissant, MO. He will be missed by his ten grandchildren, Josef, Kristin, and Erin Lukan, Daniel
Rosenlund, Sean, Caitlin, and Eric Tomko, Kayla, Michelle and Lauren Tyler. He is also survived by his sister,
Elizabeth Tyler Broll; brother-in-law, William Broll; sister-in-law, Sydney Tyler, and numerous nieces and
nephews. Predeceased by his parents, John Marshall and Willie Mae Tyler and hisbrother, Robert Lee Tyler. John
grew up in Berkeley, California, was an Eagle Scout, and proudly played the trombone in the Berkeley High School
band. He graduated from the University of California San Francisco, School of Pharmacy in 1954. He served as
Captain in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict as a Medical Supply Officer. He owned several drug
stores in Northern California, and retired after 15 years as a pharmacist with RiteAid Pharmacy. John took pleasure
in gardening, playing bridge, and was an avid reader with an emphasis on history. He was a sports fan, and
enthusiastically supported the San Francisco Giants. Friends and family are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at St.
Joseph's Catholic Church, 21396 Highway 175, Middletown, CA 95467 on Saturday, August 4, 2007 at 12:00
Noon. The Celebrant for the Mass will be Father James McSweeney. A reception will follow the service. As
expressions of sympathy, donations to Catholic Charities, Lake County, c/o St. Joseph's Church, would be
appreciated. Lafferty & Smith Colonial Chapel, Santa Rosa, California (707) 539-2921
WEBSTER, Jean Cecilia - 76, of Halifax, N.S. Beloved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and friend. Passed
away, peacefully, at home on Sunday, July 22, after a courageous battle with cancer. Aside from her extensive
family in the Halifax area, including her husband of 55 years, Albert, Jean is survived (locally) by the Laird family
of Hespeler; daughter, Joanne; son-in-law, Douglas; granddaughters, Melissa and Jennifer, who herby wish to
acknowledge their love for a very special woman. A Roman Catholic service and burial has taken place in Nova
Scotia. In memoriam, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Diabetes
Association. Now in the embrace of Jesus, she will live forever in our memories.
WINKLER, Noreen Mae - Passed away peacefully at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital on Monday
July 30th, 2007, age 74 years. Beloved mother of Doug Winkler and his wife Maureen, and Cindy Marcella.
Survived by a very special friend, Harvey Martin, all of Kitchener. Noreen is survived by grandchildren, Shane,
Craig, Rachelle and Holly. Sister of Harold Privatt of Heidelburg, Marvin and his wife Joyce Privatt and Herbert
and his wife Kitty Privatt both of Kitchener and also nieces and nephews. Noreen was predeceased by her mother,
Aileen Privatt and a brother, Leroy Privatt. At the request of Noreen, a private family service will be held on
Wednesday August 1, 2007. As expressions of sympathy donations to Grand River Regional Cancer Centre would
be greatly appreciated by the family by calling the Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home and Chapel, 51 Benton at
Church St., Kitchener at 519-742-4481 or condolences at www.mem.com
WINNIFRED M. McGIBBON 1905 - 2007 After a long and full life, Winnifred died on Monday, July 30, 2007,
at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital. She was in her 102nd year. She is lovingly remembered by her son
John Cliff Gabel and his wife Margaret of Brampton; grandchildren Terry (Mel) Gabel and his wife Brenda, Janet
and her husband Bryan Nyhof and Jim Gabel and his wife Kelly and great-grandchildren; Jillian, Kelly, John,
Melissa, Lindsay, Candace, Haley and Gregory. Winnifred will also be remembered by members of the McGibbon
family; her nieces in Rochester, NY and nephews in San Francisco, CA and Florida. She was predeceased by her
husbands, Floyd J. Gabel in 1964 and Walter J. McGibbon in 1979; brothers Donald, Norman and Morris Elmslie;
sisters, Nora Mulford, Doris Chace and Olive Baldwin and her parents, Ada (Grainger) and Clifford Elmslie.
Winnifred was a life long resident of Kitchener, Waterloo. She was a member of First United Church, the
Westmount Golf and Country Club and the K-W Granite Club where she was the first woman president of the
women's curlers. Winnifred made her home at the Terrace on the Square in Waterloo for the past five years. The
service to celebrate Winnifred's life will be held in the chapel of the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171
King Street South, Waterloo, on Thursday, August 2, 2007, at 1:30 p.m., with Rev. John McCauley, Chaplain of the
Terrace on the Square, officiating. Immediately following the service, friends are invited to the Historic Kuntz
House for refreshments and a time to visit with the family. Condolences for the family and in lieu of flowers,
donations to the CNIB or KidsAbility would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be arranged
through the funeral home, 519.745.8445 or www.erbgood.com In living memory of Winnifred, a tree will be

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