James Russel Fear, also known as “Bee Man”, passed away at Seaforth Community Hospital, on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at the age of 82. Russel was a bee keeper and thoroughly enjoyed being outdoors tending his bees and harvesting crops of rich, golden honey… but beyond his bee yard, family was the biggest treasure in… Continue Reading
Archives for October 2019
POWELL: Kenneth of Huron Park and formerly of Lucan
Peacefully in his sleep at the Exeter Villa on Saturday, October 12, 2019 of Huron Park and formerly of Lucan at the age of 72. Loving spouse of Marilyn Mantie for 29 years. Dear father Tammy Powell and Stephen Ropac of London, Shannon Mantie and Sean Burton of London, and Jamie Mantie of Huron Park…. Continue Reading
RAMSAY: Gregory Allan of London and formerly of RR 2 Ailsa Craig
Suddenly, on Friday, October 11, 2019 Greg Ramsay passed away at the age of 70. Greg was currently from London and was formerly of RR2 Ailsa Craig. Dear husband of Ettie Ramsay for 47 years. Beloved father of Jennifer and Jeremy Hogan of Monticello, IL, and Mark and Jordan Ramsay of London. Dear grandfather of… Continue Reading
O’BRIEN: Joseph Francis of Dashwood
Tragically, as of the result of a motor vehicle collision on October 10, 2019 of Dashwood and one week shy of his 87th birthday. Dear father of Andy (Cheryl) of Dashwood, Ted (Tanya) and Leigh-Ann (David) Sanders all of London. Special grandpa of Greg (Tess), Michael; Courtney; and Marley. Great-grandpa of Lily. Survived by sisters… Continue Reading
SHANTZ: Vera Magdalena (Ropp) of Zurich
Peacefully at the Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 in her 101st year. Beloved wife of the late Elam Wilbur Shantz who predeceased her on November 23, 1995. Dear mother of Douglas and Doreen Shantz, New Hamburg, Gerald and Catherine Shantz, Zurich, Richard and Lois Shantz, Prescott, AZ, Norma and John… Continue Reading
SMITH: Nicholas “Nick” Andrew of Lucan
Suddenly, on Sunday, October 6, 2019 of Lucan, at the age of 20. Cherished son of David and Denise (Ward) Smith of Lucan. Proud brother of Eric Smith. Much loved grandson of John and Patricia Ward of Lucan, and the late Harold and Evelyn (Buzz) Smith. Loved by his nana and papa Shirley and Douglas… Continue Reading
FARR: Pearl Ida May of Huron Park (McCullough)
Peacefully at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Friday, October 4, 2019 of Huron Park, at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Theodore Farr (2004). Loving mother of Donna Doiron, Alice and Ken Nadon, Ted Farr, and Pat and Mike Callcott. Adored grandma of 9 grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren. Predeceased by son Donald… Continue Reading
SCHENCK: Joyce
Surrounded by the love of her family, Joyce Marie Schenck (née Humphrey) passed away peacefully at Seaforth Long Term Care Home, on Friday, October 4, 2019 at the age of 88. Joyce was a dedicated nurse graduating from Stratford School of Nursing in 1953. Joyce had many talents with a needle and thread – sewing,… Continue Reading
HODGE: Howard Florin of Mitchell, formerly of Exeter, and Ripley
Formerly of Exeter, and Ripley, at the age of 95, Howard passed peacefully at the Ritz Lutheran Villa, Mitchell on Wednesday, October 2, 2019. Cherished husband and best friend of Marjorie (Johns) Hodge for 72 years. Loving and devoted father of Judy Bellavance (Dieter Keller) of Stratford, and Brent Hodge (Tracey) of Brighton, Michigan. Proud… Continue Reading
MALONEY: John
Passed away peacefully, at River Gardens Retirement Home, Stratford on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 formerly of Seaforth at the age of 89. Beloved husband of the late Mary Margaret (Ryan) Maloney (2014) and Mary Agnes (McCarty) Maloney (1966). Dear father of Dan and Kim Maloney of Stratford. Loving grandpa of Amy and Dave Middegaal, Danielle… Continue Reading
KLAVER: Elizabeth “Bep”
Surrounded by those who loved her, Elizabeth Mary Klaver (nèe Wagemaker), affectionately known as Bep, passed away peacefully, at Seaforth Community Hospital, on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at the age of 90. As the matriarch of a large family circle, Bep was a source of love, kindness and caring throughout the times and seasons of… Continue Reading