Your online newspaper for Southwestern Ontario » Obituaries

Listowel Obituaries – Wednesday, June 12

twall — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:09:38 +0000

Betty Quanz

Mrs. Betty Louise (Rassman) Quanz of Listowel passed away at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Thursday, June 6, 2013 at the age of 71.
Beloved wife of Eldon Quanz for almost 40 years. Dear sister of Laura and Brian Booth of Richmond Hill, and godmother of Jason Booth. Sister-in-law of Shirley Nelson of Waterloo and Lorne Quanz of Waterloo.
Aunt of Jason Booth, David and Heather Nelson, Paul and Angela Nelson, Gail Nelson, Susan and Mark Healey, Kim Quanz and Laura Zago, and Larry and Janice Quanz. Also survived by 15 great-nieces and great-nephews and four great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews.
Predeceased by her parents Emerson and Roxy (Sieling) Rassman, and her sister Margaret Rassman.
Visitation was held at the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel on Sunday, June 9 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. The funeral service was held at Calvary United Church, Listowel on Monday, June 10 at 2 p.m. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel.
Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Heart & Stroke Foundation, or Calvary United Church Building Fund would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca.

Marjorie Doig

It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of our mother, Marjorie Doig of Fordwich, on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at Royal Terrace, Palmerston at the age of 90.
Wife of the late Arnold Doig. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Jim and Rita Doig of Harriston, and Gerald and Elaine Doig of RR 2 Listowel; and loving grandmother of Peter and Kim Uhrig of Harriston, Kevin and Darlene Doig of Wroxeter, and Brenda Doig, Debbie and A.J. Jacklin, and Sandra and Gordon Schill, all of Listowel.
Always remembered by her great-grandchildren, Matthew and Brittany Uhrig of Winchester, Scott and Laura Uhrig, and Michael Uhrig, all of Harriston, Lisa Doig and Ryan Doig of Wroxeter, and Jordan Doig, Austin Schill, Robert Schill, Nicholas Schill, and Madison Schill, all of Listowel.
Sister of Bruce Kress of New Hamburg, Don and Marlene Kress of St.Marys, and Wayne and Pat Kress of Walkerton.
She was predeceased by her granddaughter Kelly Doig, her parents Leland and Violet Kress, her brother Jack Kress and her sisters Ruth Kress and Lillian Kress.
Friends called on Friday, June 7 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Hardy-Lee Funeral Home, Harriston where the funeral service was held on Saturday, June 8 at 2 p.m. Interment in Fordwich Cemetery.
Memorial donations to Fordwich United Church or Palmerston & District Hospital would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.hardyleefuneralhome.com.

Bob Cunningham

Mr. Robert Lloyd Cunningham of Listowel, and formerly of Ethel, passed away suddenly at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Monday, June 3, 2013 at the age of 85.
Beloved husband of the late Olive (Turner) Cunningham. Brother of Estelle Fritz of Toronto, and brother-in-law of Anna Cunningham of Brussels. Uncle of Eleanor Fritz, Rick Cunningham, Karen Uhler, Norma Spearing, Beth Ann Kennedy, Lynda Shevkenek, Barbara Bast, Judy Whetstone and Debbie Gerk. Also loved by his many great-nieces and great-nephews, as well as great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews.
Predeceased by his brother Ross Cunningham and sister Doris McDonald.
Visitation was held at the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel on Friday, June 7 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., with a Masonic Lodge Memorial Service at 6:30 p.m. The funeral service was held in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, June 8 at 11 a.m. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Ethel.
Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Knox Presbyterian Church, Listowel, or a charity of one’s choice would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca.

Obituaries – Mount Forest – June 5, 2013

csvela — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 15:00:02 +0000

George McFarlane
George Cowan McFarlane passed away peacefully May 31, 2013 at Hospice Wellington, Guelph surrounded by his family.
He was the beloved husband of the late Muriel Gimblet (2010).
Born 86 years ago in West Luther Township, George lived his life as an active citizen of Arthur. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church, life member of the Optimist Club, worked for many years as custodian of the Arthur Public School and was a popular school bus driver.
Lovingly remembered by family members. He was father of Dr. Bob, Donna and family: Matt, Carly & Braeden, Maggie and Lee Schaffer, Andrew and Jessica, daughter, Mary Ellen Wooddisse and family: Rhonda and Dele, Trish, Steve, Aidan and Maddie Kelly, Joshua and Taika, son, David, Nicole and family: Jenny, Nathan, Logan and Hannah Fry, Danielle and Ben, daughter, Barbara and Scott and family: Kate Ellis and Georgia, Melissa Ellis, Luke Ellis, Ben Elliott, Kelsey, Connor and Tyson.
Predeceased by his sons-in-law, Bill Elliott, 2005, Ron Wooddisse, 2010, only brother, Duncan McFarlane and their parents, George H. McFarlane and Mary E. Saunders.
Visitation will be held at Crawford Funeral Home 243 George Street, Arthur on Friday, June 7 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
The funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 8 from the Arthur Presbyterian Church 149 Frederick Street, E., Arthur at 11 a.m.
Following a funeral luncheon at Arthur Community Center there will be an interment of cremated remains in Greenfield Cemetery, Arthur at 2 p.m..
As expressions of sympathy the family would appreciate donations to Arthur Presbyterian Church, Hospice Wellington or to a charity of one’s choice.
www.crawfordfh@eastlink.ca

Anna Robinson
Anna Marjorie (nee Renton) Robinson died at Alexander Place, Waterdown on Sunday, May 26, 2013.
Anna Robinson in her 77th year.
Loving wife of Howard for 51 years.
Devoted mother to Brad and Michelle and their children Craig, Tyler and Meghan and Diane and Rick Churilla and their children Alicia and Nicholas.
Predeceased by her two sons Craig (1982) and David (2011).
Will be missed by her siblings Bob (Eileen) Renton, George (Audrey) Renton, Roger (Marilee) Renton, the late Jim (Marie) Renton, Bill Renton, Doug (Gisela) Renton, Eleanor (Neil) Lyon and Emily Mooney as well as her sisters- and brothers-in-law Anita (Gil) Deverell and Joan (Walter) Dymetrowich.
Predeceased by her parents Alexander and Lillian Renton and parents-in-law J. Howard and Marion Robinson.
Special thanks to the many caring professionals at Alexander Place for the exceptional care and love.
Cremation has taken place. Visitation was at Kitching, Steepe & Ludwig Funeral Home, 146 Mill St. N. Waterdown, on Wednesday, May 29 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Private Family Interment at Waterdown Cemetery.
A Memorial Service was held in the Chapel on Thursday, May 30 at 11 a.m.
Reception followed in the Family Centre.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Please sign the Book of Condolence at www.kitchingsteepeandludwig.com

A matter of accountability

twall — Wed, 29 May 2013 15:43:39 +0000

One hears the word “accountability” a lot these days, usually in relation to political scandals. Heaven knows, there are enough of them.
The mayor of Toronto stands accused of being the accidental star of a cell phone video being shopped around by some drug dealers. It is said to show Rob Ford smoking crack cocaine.
Dope dealers are not the most dependable sources, and the video had not, as of press time, been examined to determine its authenticity. As an isolated incident, the crack-smoking video would have zero credibility. Unfortunately, the public response has not been, “Ridiculous!” but a weary, “What is it this time?” It seems the Toronto mayor is a colourful figure with a bit of a track record – that 1999 Florida impaired driving conviction, for example, and the marijuana cigarette found in his pocket at the time. He admitted to both, saying he never claimed to be perfect.
It might come as a surprise to those in the Ford camp, but an allegation of smoking crack cocaine is a far cry from a decade-old story about getting busted with a doobie in the pocket, or even a more recent accusation of reading while driving. This one cannot be dismissed as inconsequential or part of a continuing leftist and/or Toronto Star conspiracy. This time, the public is demanding answers. To quote I Love Lucy’s Ricky Ricardo, it would seem Mayor Ford “has some ‘splaining to do.”
So does Senator (at last count) Mike Duffy. When somebody writes a $90,000 cheque to help an old buddy out of a scrape, it is no one’s business but their own. When that “somebody” is Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s chief-of-staff Nigel Wright, and the old buddy is a member of the Canadian Senate, it is everyone’s business, especially when the “scrape” is an investigation into expense claims.
Duffy has stepped down from the Conservative caucus, as has Sen. Pamela Wallin (expense claims again), and Wright has resigned. Now the RCMP is involved.
Harper has gone on public record as saying he is very angry and will not tolerate any member of the Senate or House of Commons abusing their position for financial gain. At the same time, he has referred to the matter as one of those “distractions” that prevent the Canadian public from seeing the big picture of his government’s culture of accountability.
That same Canadian public still wants to hear how much Harper knew about Wright’s actions and the scandal that has already cost the jobs of three prominent Conservatives. This is more than a “distraction.” Harper got one thing right – the demand for accountability. Harper, too, has some ‘splaining to do, if not now, then certainly during the next election campaign.
There are scandals that cannot be danced around, bafflegabbed into submission or blamed on someone else. One gets the impression neither of the above messes, like the Liberal sponsorship scandal that put Harper in power, will quietly curl up under the carpet despite efforts to sweep them there. The more they are downplayed, the bigger they grow, and the more interested we, the voters, become.
The bottom line for every government official in this country, from municipal to provincial and federal, is voters hold the high card. The people we choose to make decisions and spend our tax dollars on our behalf answer to us. They also answer to us for the people they hire and appoint. When they forget that important truth, we tend to remember the high card we hold, called a ballot.
With our local municipal governments, accountability is direct and immediate. Council and staff routinely get cornered by disgruntled ratepayers at the grocery store, and phoned at 10 p.m. People greet mayors, reeves and councillors by name and air their concerns, and they get answers.
The same thing happens around here with federal and provincial representatives. We, in this area, are fortunate MP Ben Lobb and MPP Lisa Thompson go out of their way to remain in close contact with their ridings and are as approachable and directly accountable as their municipal counterparts.
Problems arise when accountability is ignored. Travelling first class, hobnobbing with royalty, getting saluted by generals and interviewed by the foreign press fosters a culture of entitlement, not accountability. It can make people forget who is paying the tab – until we, the voters, issue a reminder. When that reminder of accountability comes on election day, the lesson can be harsh indeed.

Minto Obituaries – Wednesday, May 29, 2013

twall — Wed, 29 May 2013 15:24:00 +0000

Murray Matthews

Mr. Robert Murray Matthews of Listowel passed away at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at the age of 87.
Beloved husband of Joyce (Rutherford) Matthews. Loving father of Mary and Laurie Armstrong of Port Elgin, Bob and Ruth Matthews of Vimy, Alberta, Don and Cheryl Matthews of Thunder Bay, Bill Matthews and Annamaria Cox of Drew, Carolyn and Matthew Bowland of St. Stevens, New Brunswick, Kevin and Heather Matthews of Kitchener, and Darryl Matthews and Dawn Marie Schlegel of Toronto, and stepfather of Steve Matthews of Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta. Dear grandfather of 14 and great-grandfather of nine.
He will be remembered by his sister Carol Harris and her husband Doug of Listowel, and by his many nieces and nephews.
Murray was predeceased by his parents Wallace and Kathleen (Boyd) Matthews, his sister Margaret Boyce, and by his brothers Craig and Grant Matthews.
Though Murray worked hard at varying things during his lifetime, his family always came first.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, May 21 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel, where the funeral service was held on Wednesday, May 22 at 1 p.m. Rev. Donald McCallum officiated. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel.
Memorial donations to the Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca.

Listowel Obituaries – Wednesday, May 29

twall — Wed, 29 May 2013 14:47:52 +0000

Anne Bremner

Edna Anne Bremner (nee Pestell) passed away after a long struggle with illness, on the morning of Monday, May 20, 2013.
Anne was the beloved wife of Bill, mother to Paul (Lana) and Peter (Jennifer), grandmother to Rowan and Stella and sister to Don.
Born in Kirkland Lake, Ontario, Anne was raised in the village of Ethel. After graduating from the Nightingale School of Nursing at Toronto Western Hospital, she went on to a 30-year career as a nurse and nurse educator. Anne will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation was held at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, Oakville (905-844-2600) on Tuesday, May 28 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 29 at 2 p.m. at Maple Grove United Church, 346 Maple Grove Dr., Oakville.
In lieu of flowers, the Bremner family ask that donations be made to The Willow Foundation, Maple Grove United Church, or the Alzheimer’s Society.
Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com.

Marion Sage

Miss Marion Louise Sage of Listowel passed away, after a sudden battle with cancer, at London Health Sciences Centre on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at the age of 60.
Daughter of Mary (Miller) and the late Boyne Sage. Sister of Ethel Sage of RR 1 Listowel, Wayne and Bonnie Sage of RR 1 Bluevale, and Cathy Sage and Doug Caughill of Stratford.
Aunt of Daniel and Alex Sage of Kitchener, Rebecca Sage of Abottsford, B.C., Morgan Sage of RR 1 Bluevale, Candice and Lee Lannin of RR 1 Atwood, and Kayla and Michal Gomulkiewicz of Borden. Great-aunt of Wyatt, Adyen and Emytt. Remembered also by her aunt. Margaret Streeter of Listowel.
Visitation will be held at the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel on Thursday, May 30 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, Listowel, on Friday, May 31 at 2 p.m. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood.
Memorial donations to the Lion’s Foundation Guide Dogs, Knox Presbyterian Church, or London Health Sciences Foundation would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca.

Lorne “Slab” Berfelz

Lorne Edward Berfelz of Wiarton passed away suddenly at his residence on Monday, May 20, 2013 at the age of 75.
Devoted partner to Karen Dudda. Cherished father of Lorinda (Marc VanDooren), Ron Berfelz, and Tanya Berfelz. Proud grandfather of Kevin VanDooren, Alicia VanDooren, and Zachary Berfelz; and great-grandfather of Xantha VanDooren.
Brother of Harold, George, Roy (partner Terry), Stan (wife Wenda), and Carl (wife Gloria). Sadly missed by Judy Berfelz, and his many nieces and nephews. Gizzy, Slab’s best friend and companion, will miss their daily walks.
The family invited everyone to join them for the sharing of stories, music and food during a memorial gathering at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, Wiarton (519-534-5341) on Friday, May 24 from 3-6 p.m. Cremation has taken place.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the BPHS Foundation or London Health Sciences would be appreciated. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com.

Joyce Gillies

Joyce Estelle Gillies of Auburn passed away at her residence on Monday, May 21 2013 at the age of 87.
Beloved wife of the late Alexander (1993). Dearly loved mother of Joan and Emerson Compton of Auburn. Cherished grandmother of April and Edward, and great-grandmother of Matthew (Alysia), Tiffany, Randi, Danielle, Alysha, Nytasha, Eddie Jr. Keegan, Alex and Nicholas. Great-great-grandmother of Dillon, Matty, Rylen and Nixon.
Survived by one brother George, nephew Marston (Mandy), and niece Estelle, all in England. Fondly remembered by Audrey, Ken, Melissa and Gloria.
A funeral service was held at the Trinity Anglican Church, Blyth on Saturday, May 25 at 1 p.m. Rev. Perry Chuipka officiated. Interment in Brampton Memorial Gardens.
Memorial donations to the Trinity Anglican Church Children’s Camp would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Falconer Funeral Homes, Clinton Chapel, Box 249, Clinton (519-482-9521).
www.falconerfuneralhomes.com

Obituaries – Mount Forest – May 29, 2013

csvela — Wed, 29 May 2013 13:08:20 +0000

Evelyn Scott
Evelyn Scott died at Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest on Monday, May 20, 2013.
Evelyn Dorothea (Nightingale) Scott of Carresant Care Nursing Home, Harriston, formerly of Mount Forest was in her 100th year.
Beloved wife of the late Bert Scott.
Loved mother of Jim Scott and wife Sue of Mississauga and Marjorie Dennis and husband Gord of Whitby.
Loving grandmother of Lisa Scammell and husband Steve of Whitby, Scott Dennis and wife Tasha of Oshawa and Shannon Scott of Mississauga.
Loving great-grandmother of Emma and Adam.
Survived also by her nieces, nephews and their families.
Predeceased by brothers Craig Nightingale and wife Reta, Art Nightingale and wife Margaret, Victor Nightingale and wife Mildred and infant brother Stanley.
Friends called at the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest on Friday from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Funeral service was held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Mount Forest on Friday, May 24th at 1 p.m.
Interment at Mount Forest Cemetery.
Memorial donations to St. Paul’s Anglican Church or to a charity of one’s choice would be appreciated by the family.
On line condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com

Jean Holliday
Jean Holliday died at Carressant Care Nursing Home, Harriston, on Sunday, May 19, 2013.
Janet “Jean” Irene (Plume) Holliday of Mount Forest was in her 95th year.
Beloved wife of the late Glen Holliday.
Loved mother of three daughters Joy Allen (deceased), Mount Forest, Gretta Bishop, Collingwood and Shirley Woods, Listowel and sons-in-law Donald Allen, Gordon Bishop, Bill Woods.
Loving grandmother to her seven grandchildren, Dan (Marj) Allen, Fergus, Julie (Brian) Crawford, Mount Forest, Donna (Bill) Dingwall, Mount Forest, Janice (Keith) Currie, Collingwood, Greg Bishop, (Dave), Barrie, Randy Woods, (Kelly) Ottawa and Jeff (Dana) Woods, Ottawa.
Cherished great-grandmother to 11 and one great-great-grandchild.
Sister-in-law of Maxine Holliday of Mount Forest.
Lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by brothers John (Shirley) Plume and George (Gladys) Plume, sister-in-law Edna (Jim) Ellis, brothers-in-law, Lorne (Nevada), Holliday, Les Holliday.
Visitation was held Tuesday, May 21 and Celebration of Jean’s Life on Wednesday, May 22 at the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.
Interment at Mount Forest Cemetery.
Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest would be appreciated by the family.
On line condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com

Gloria Truax
Gloria Truax died at Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest on Wednesday May 22, 2013.
Gloria (McFarlen) Truax of Mount Forest was in her 81st year.
Beloved wife of the late Charles Truax.
Loved mother of Debbie van den Broek and husband Frank of Mount Forest, Chris Wilson and husband Robert of Owen Sound, Laurence Truax of London, Bob Truax and wife Carol of Drew, Terry Noone and husband Dave of Mount Forest and Steve Truax of Mount Forest.
Loving grandmother of her 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Dear sister of Frank McFarlen and wife Joyce of Regina, Saskatchewan and sister-in-law of Irene McFarlen of Regina, Saskatchewan.
Survived also by her nieces, nephews and their families.
Gloria will be missed by her dear friend Tony.
Predeceased by sisters Winnie Stepanowich and husband Harry, Ruth Ohrt and husband Otto and brother Bob McFarlen.
Cremation has taken place.
Private funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.
Memorial donations to the Mount Forest Fire Department or to the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
On line condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com

Jack Cockburn
Jack Cockburn died at Lady Minto Hospital, Salt Spring Island, B.C. on Sunday, May 26, 2013.
John “Jack” Cockburn, formerly of Mount Forest, was in his 93rd year.
Beloved husband of the late Norma (Smith) Cockburn.
Loved father of Dianne Fidler of Salt Spring Island, B.C.
Loving grandfather of Lianne Fidler of Salt Spring Island, B.C and the late John Fidler.
Loving great-grandfather of Tara and Aidan.
Survived by his nieces, nephews and their families.
Predeceased by his sister Jean Smith and husband Hubert and brother Hugh Cockburn and wife Lillian.
Cremation has taken place.
A service of remembrance will be held in Mount Forest at a later date.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.
Memorial donations to the SPCA would be appreciated by the family.
On line condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com

Obituaries – The Mount Forest Confedertate May 22, 2013

csvela — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:24:41 +0000

Lloyd Morrison
Lloyd Morrison died at his home in Holstein on Tuesday, May 14, 2013.
Lloyd Neal Morrison was in his 89th year.
Beloved husband of Velma (Hooper) Morrison.
Loving father of Irene Tunney of Guelph, Dianne McWatt and husband Richard of Fairview, Alberta, Neal Morrison and wife Rebecca of Calgary, Alberta, Dennis Morrison and his wife Carol of Fort St. John, B.C, Blake Morrison and his wife Christine of Cambridge and Shelley Morrison-Black of Conn.
Loved grandfather and great-grandfather to 17 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Dear Brother of Raymond Morrison and his wife Karen of Rockwood, Olive Aitken of Mount Forest, Vera Aitken of Mount Forest, Inez Pratt and husband Newman of RR 4, Durham and Jean Bovingdon and husband Tom of Durham.
Dear brother-in-law of Isabel Morrison of Durham.
Survived also by his nieces, nephews and their families.
Predeceased by son-in-law Bert Tunney, brother Roy Morrison, sister Hazel Northey and husband Walter and brothers-in-law Murray Aitken and Walter Aitken.
Friends called at the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
The funeral service was held at the Knox Presbyterian Church, Holstein on Saturday, May 18 at 11 am.
Interment at the Holstein Cemetery.
Memorial donations to the Holstein Knox Presbyterian Church, the Louise Marshall Hospital or to a charity of one’s choice would be appreciated by the family.
On line condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com.

Lovina B. Martin
Lovina B. Martin died at her home at RR 1, Mount Forest on Thursday May 16, 2013.
Lovina B. Martin was in her 84th year.
Wife of the late Phares Martin.
Mother of Susanna and Enos Wideman of RR 1, Mount Forest, Viola Martin of RR 1, Mount Forest, Wayne and Ruth Martin of RR 2, Mount Forest, Orlan and Mary Martin of RR 2, Mount Forest, Edgar and Lena Martin of RR 3, Harriston, Martha Martin of RR 1, Mount Forest, Lester and Erla Martin of RR 2, Mount Forest, Elsie Martin of RR 1, Mount Forest, Cleon and Martha Martin of RR 1, Mount Forest and David and Edna Martin of
RR 1, Mount Forest.
Grandmother of 41 and great-grandmother of 14.
Sister of Salome Martin of RR 1, Holstein and Elam and Edith Reist of Guelph.
Predeceased by two brothers, one sister, one grandchild, one great-grandchild, two brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law.
Visitation was held at Mrs. Lovina B. Martin’s home on Friday from 1 to 4 and 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Funeral service was held at Mrs. Lovina B. Martin’s home on Saturday, May 18 at 9 a.m.; then to Cedar View Mennonite Meeting House for further services and burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Henry Alles
Henry Alles died at Caressant Care Nursing Home, Harriston on Tuesday, May 14, 2013.
Robert Henry Norman Alles of Mount Forest was in his 70th year.
Beloved son of the late Albert and Effie Alles.
Dear brother of John Alles and wife Mary of Ayton, Donavon Reay and wife Julie of Hanover and Norma Spahr and husband Lloyd of Mount Forest.
Brother-in-law of Wayne Eckenswiller of RR 4, Mount Forest and Marg Alles of Mount Forest.
Survived also by his many nieces, nephews and their families.
Predeceased by son Robert, brothers Arnold, Donald and Earl Alles and sister Lorraine Eckenswiller.
Friends called at the England Funeral Home on Friday, May 17 from 10 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 11 a.m.
Interment at Mount Forest Cemetery.
Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Children’s Wish Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
On line condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com

Minto Obituaries – May 22, 2013

twall — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:27:00 +0000

Edith Howes

Edith Elizabeth Howes passed away at Caressant Care Nursing Home, Harriston on Monday, May 13, 2013 at the age of 88.
Edith was predeceased by her twin sister Kay David and husband Frank, and by her brothers Leslie Howes and wife Ruby, Edwin Howes, David Howes, and James Howes and wife Wynne.
She will be lovingly remembered by her nieces and nephews and their families, and by her dear friends Dianne and Bill Lawless of Pike Lake.
The funeral service was held at Knox-Calvin Presbyterian Church, Harriston on Thursday, May 16 at 11 a.m., with visitation for one hour prior to the service. Interment in Harriston Cemetery.
Memorial donations to a charity of one’s choice would be appreciated and may be made through the Hardy-Lee Funeral Home, Harriston.
Online condolences at www.hardyleefuneralhome.com.

Listowel Obituaries – May 22, 2013

twall — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:19:40 +0000

Don Hamilton

Don Hamilton, of Listowel and formerly of Kitchener, passed away peacefully with family by his side at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at the age of 79.
Don opened his heart to many people. This was shown by his 10 years of volunteering to drive patients to and from their many appointments for the Canadian Cancer Society. He became a good friend to many.
Beloved husband of the late Shirley (Martin) Hamilton, who predeceased him in 2007. Loving father of Judy and Bryan Shows of Cambridge, Diane and Bruno Dellapina of Kitchener, and Kevin and Sherry Hamilton of Listowel.
Special grandpa of Jeff and Lauren and their children Grayson and Layla; Jen; Shawn and Tammy and their children Miah, Dorian and Peyton; Melanie and her daughter Brianna; Chris and Holly; Jason and Megan; Brooke; and Candice and Justin and their daughter Kylie.
Dear brother and brother-in-law of Eileen Ament of Gowanstown, Bob and Isabel Hamilton of Stratford, Betty and Jack Dinsmore of Trowbridge and Pat Hamilton of Listowel. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his parents Lloyd and Muriel (Ward) Hamilton, brother Stuart Hamilton and brother-in-law Clayton Ament.
Don’s family invited relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, Atwood (519-356-2382) on Saturday, May 18 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate his life was held at Atwood Presbyterian Church on Sunday, May 19 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Thompson officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood.
As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to Listowel Memorial Hospital, the Canadian Cancer Society or Lung Association appreciated.
Special thanks to the 2nd Floor nursing staff at Listowel Memorial Hospital for their care and compassion in looking after our father.
Dad, as hard as it was to say goodbye, we know you are now reunited with Mom, the love of your life. We love you.
www.brennemanfuneralhome.ca

Murray Matthews

Mr. Robert Murray Matthews of Listowel passed away at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at the age of 87.
Beloved husband of Joyce (Rutherford) Matthews. Loving father of Mary and Laurie Armstrong of Port Elgin, Bob and Ruth Matthews of Vimy, Alberta, Don and Cheryl Matthews of Thunder Bay, Bill Matthews and Annamaria Cox of Drew, Carolyn and Matthew Bowland of St. Stevens, New Brunswick, Kevin and Heather Matthews of Kitchener, and Darryl Matthews and Dawn Marie Schlegel of Toronto, and stepfather of Steve Matthews of Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta. Dear grandfather of 14 and great-grandfather of nine.
He will be remembered by his sister Carol Harris and her husband Doug of Listowel, and by his many nieces and nephews.
Murray was predeceased by his parents Wallace and Kathleen (Boyd) Matthews, his sister Margaret Boyce, and by his brothers Craig and Grant Matthews.
Though Murray worked hard at varying things during his lifetime, his family always came first.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, May 21 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel, where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 22 at 1 p.m. Reverend Donald McCallum officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel.
Memorial donations to the Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca.

James (Jim) Barton

The Massey tractor stands quiet as Jim Barton of Atwood has taken his final drive, passing away at Listowel Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at the age of 87.
Jim was a passive man who loved to tinker in his shop rebuilding cars, tractors and making anything old new again. He enjoyed spending time with family and special great-grandchildren at the Point Clarke cottage, telling long stories of past times.
Beloved husband of Dorothy (Johnson) Barton, whom he married in 1949. Loving father of Elizabeth Long of RR 1 Elmwood and Lois Robertson of Atwood. Special gramps of Shelley Long, Kelly Robertson and Kevin Jackson, Tim Robertson and Carla Shaw. Very special papa of Brody and Sophie Jackson.
Fondly remembered by sister-in-law Elaine Carson of Listowel and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Predeceased by his parents Sam and Susan (Torrance) Barton, his sons-in-law Bob Robertson and Murray Long, sisters-in-law Marguerite and husband Elgin Wilson, Ruth and husband Clayton Johnston and brother-in-law Albert Carson.
Relatives and friends were invited to share their memories on Monday, May 20 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Brenneman Funeral Home, Atwood where the funeral service to celebrate his life was held on Tuesday May 21 at 11 a.m. with Ruth Long and Rev. Andrew Thompson officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation or a charity of one’s choice appreciated by the family.
www.brennemanfuneralhome.ca
Henry Elms

Mr. Henry Thomas Elms of Listowel passed away at Caressant Care, Listowel, on Monday, May 20, 2013 at the age of 93.
Beloved husband and best friend of Madeline (Gilham) Elms for 66 years. Father of Janice and Allen Hughes of Meaford, Tom Elms of Stratford, and Jim and Barb Elms of Listowel.
Grandfather of Kim and Shawn Garrick of Tavistock, Ian and Joanne Hughes of Wroxeter, Shannon Hughes of Cape Town, South Africa, Amy and Jon Comley of Stratford, and Lisa Elms of Kitchener. Great-grandfather of Olivia and Liam Hughes, and Emerson Comley.
Brother of Margaret Wisman of Calgary, and brother-in-law of Patricia Bourgeois of L’Assumption, Quebec, and Violet Elms of Huntsville.
Predeceased by his brother Gordon Elms.
A celebration of Henry’s life will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, Listowel, on Thursday, May 23 at 11 a.m., with reception to follow. Private family interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel.
Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Canadian Cancer Society, or charity of choice would be appreciated and may be made through the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel.
Online condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca.

Obituaries – Mount Forest May 8, 2013

csvela — Wed, 08 May 2013 13:12:39 +0000

Lorraine Herold
Lorraine Herold died at Saugeen Valley Nursing Center, Mount Forest on Friday May 3, 2013.
Mary Lorraine (Cook) Herold of Mount Forest was in her 84th year.
Beloved wife of Hermann Herold.
Loved mother of Brian Herold of Orangeville and Sandra Scherbinsky and her husband Roberto of Acton.
Loving grandmother of Jessica Herold, Brett Herold and Heather Grooms and her husband Eugene of Acton and great-grandmother of Melissa, Ella, Ross and Jillian.
Dear sister of Don Cook and his wife Brenda of Victoria, B.C.
Survived also by her nieces, nephews and their families.
Predeceased by her parents William and Esther (Shaw) Cook and brothers Arthur and Gary Cook.
Cremation has taken place.
Friends may call at the First Baptist Church, Mount Forest on Thursday, May 9 from 12 noon until time of the Memorial Service at 1 p.m.
A reception will follow.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.
Memorial donations to the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation or to the Cancer Patient Services would be appreciated by the family.
On-line condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com

Merv Rainey
Merven “Merv” Rainey died at Saugeen Valley Nursing Center, Mount Forest on Thursday, May 2, 2013.
Merven “Merv” Rainey of Mount Forest was in his 80th year.
Beloved husband of the late Leone (Groves) Rainey.
Loved father of Ruth Rae and husband David of Guelph and Daniel Rainey of Mount Forest.
Loving grandfather of Benjamin Rae and Ken Cowell of Guelph.
Dear brother of Donald Rainey of Guelph and Leonard Rainey and wife Margaret of Kitchener.
Survived also by his nieces, nephews and their families.
Predeceased by his parents John and Gertrude Rainey and sister-in-law Rose.
Cremation has taken place.
Friends may call at the Salvation Army Guelph Citadel, 1320 Gordon Street, Guelph on Thursday. May 9 from 1 p.m. until time of the memorial service at 2 p.m.
A reception will follow.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.
Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
On line condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com.