ARN
ARNAUD
ARNAUDON
ARNAULT
ARNEL
ARNER
ARNOLD
ARNOT
ARNOTT
ARNSBERGER
ARNSPERGER
ARN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-04-07 published
HORTON,
Nelly (née
VAN
DER
TOORN)
Peacefully, in the loving arms of her husband, after a heroic
four year battle with cancer, on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at Parkwood
Hospital, Nelly
HORTON (née
VAN
DER
TOORN) passed away in her
59th year. Loving wife and best friend of Rick for 42 years.
Loving mother of Laura
PLANK and her husband Rob, Tammy
HORTON
and Dane ARN. Cherished Nana of Sydney. Will be greatly missed
by Baylee, Belle and Mr. Magoo. Nelly will be sadly missed by
many family and Friends both in Canada and Holland. Predeceased
by her loving mother Joan
VAN
DER
TOORN (2006.) Friends will
be received at Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel, 1997 Dundas Street
East (at Wavell), for visitation on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral
Service will be held in the chapel on Thursday, April 10, 2008
at 1 p.m. (with visitation one hour prior). Interment to follow
at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. In memory, donations to the
London Regional Cancer Program would be greatly appreciated.
A special thank you from the family to Doctor Mark
VINCENT,
Connie
MORRISSON and Carol
WATSON for their care and compassion.
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ARN o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-04-19 published
ARN,
Willon
At Saint Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Friday, April 18, 2008.
Willon ARN of Aylmer in his 94th year. Loving husband of the
late Margaret
(COOPER)
ARN (2006.) Dear brother of Harold
ARN
and wife Margaret of Glencoe and Opal
NESBITT of Aylmer. He will
be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by a
sister Pearl
FARROW and a brother Keith
ARN.
Born in Simcoe on
November 22, 1914
son of the late Theadore and Catherine
ARN.
Friends may call at the H.A. Kebbel Funeral Home, Aylmer on Sunday
2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be held on Monday,
April 21, 2008 at 1: 30 p.m. Interment, Aylmer Cemetery. Rev. Bryan
MORRIS, officiating. Donations to the Cancer Society, the Saint Thomas
Elgin General Hospital Palliative Care or the Aylmer Missionary
Church would be appreciated. Condolences can be made at kebbelfuneralhome.com
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ARNAUD o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-04-26 published
BAKER,
Patricia
Anne “Pat” (née
LOW/LOWE/LOUGH)
At the Meaford Long Term Care Centre on Thursday, April 18, 2008
at the age of 71. Pat
BAKER, beloved wife of Vernon Rayne
BAKER
of Meaford. The former Patricia
LOW/LOWE/LOUGH, daughter of the late Doris
(née TEFFT) and Slywyn
LOW/LOWE/LOUGH.
Loved mother of Michael
ADDISON
and his wife
Linda of Lethbridge, Alberta; Theresa
ALLEN and
her husband Derek of Brampton; and Laura
ADDISON of London. Sadly
missed by her six grandchildren: Felicity, Allison, Adam, Sean,
Sierra and Eli. Dear sister of Ronald
LOW/LOWE/LOUGH of Oshawa, and Barbara
SHORTIS of Markham. Fondly remembered by her step-children Susan
ARNAUD of Brampton, Carol Anne
BAKER and Janet
MARMMOLITI, both
of Richmond Hill, and Linda
BAKER of Vancouver, and by their
children and families. Sister-in-law of Ernie (Agnes)
BAKER,
Neil (Louise)
BAKER, Vi
BARDEAU, and Dorothy
WYLDES all of Meaford
and Harold (Joyce)
BAKER of London. Also remembered by several
nieces and nephews and their families. A memorial funeral service,
officiated by Reverend Gary
PARKER, will be conducted at the
Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., in Meaford on Monday,
April 28, 2008 at 11 a.m. with committal and interment of Pat's
ashes following at Lakeview Cemetery. As your expression of sympathy,
donations to the Alzheimer Society, Canadian Cancer Society,
Heart and Stoke Foundation or a charity of your choice would
be appreciated.
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MEAGHER,
John
Robert
at Saint_Joseph's Health Centre, Guelph, on Friday, February 1,
2008. John R.
MEAGHER, in his 70th year, beloved husband of Anne-Marie
(ARNAUDON)
MEAGHER. Dear father of Julien and his wife
Magali
of London and Magali and her husband Bob
WISEMAN of Toronto.
Loved grandpa of Emilie and Clara. Dear brother of Paul and his
wife Doreen of Kingston. Survived by goddaughter Kathleen
MEAGHER.
Resting at the Gilbert Macintyre and son Funeral Home, Dublin
Chapel, 252 Dublin Street North, Guelph, (Tuesday 9: 30-11:30 a.m.)
Funeral on Tuesday, February 5th, to Sacred Heart Church, Alice
Street, Guelph, for Funeral Mass at 12 Noon. Cremation. As expressions
of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be
appreciated by the family. (cards available at the funeral home
519-822-4731 or send condolences at
www.gilbertmacintyreandson.com)
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ARNAULT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-24 published
LOW/LOWE/LOUGH, Claire Yolande Marie Alice (née
ARNAULT)
Of London passed away peacefully at Chateau Gardens Nursing Home
on Friday, March 21, 2008 in her 83rd year. She was the beloved
wife of Ray
LOW/LOWE/LOUGH for 60 years. Loving mother of Stephen (Linda)
of London, Gary (Peggy) of Calgary, John (Katherine) of Lethbridge,
and Gail (Ken
McCORMACK) of Ottawa. Caring grandmother of Stewart,
Ross, Alison, Britt, James and Harrison. Dear sister to 9 siblings
and now survived by Maurice and Reginald of Joliette, Quebec.
All will miss her love of laughter and devotion to family. There
will be no visitation and cremation has already taken place.
Celebration of life well lived can be made through a memorial
donation to the Alzheimer's Society of London Middlesex (alzheimerlondon.ca)
and is appreciated. Ray and family extend their heartfelt thanks
to the many kindnesses and support received from the nursing
and support staff of Magnolia Court at Chateau Gardens.
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ARNEL o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-12 published
BAXTER,
John
Elmer
Age 82, of Sarnia formerly of Brigden passed away on Saturday,
May 10, 2008, at Bluewater Health, Mitton Site Sarnia. Beloved
husband of the late Marion Jean
(LESTER)
BAXTER (1999.) Deeply
missed by dear special friend Bette
CALDER of Sarnia. Loving
father of Sheila (Sam)
INSKEEP,
Les
(Kathy)
BAXTER, Judy (Rick)
LEACH/LEECH/LEITCH,
Jim
(Darlene)
BAXTER, Ken (Margaret)
BAXTER, Marybeth
(Al) RICHARDSON,
Keith
BAXTER and John Jr. (Karen)
BAXTER. Dear
grandfather of 23 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. Survived
by sister-in-law Bonnie (late Ross) (2008)
LESTER and many nieces
and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Thomas and Mary Ellen
(ARNEL)
BAXTER, brothers Elvin, Franklin, and sisters Helen,
Maude and Erma. John was a World War 2 Veteran and life member
of the Royal Canadian Legion #635 Brigden. Friends will be received
at Steadman Brothers Funeral Home, Brigden on Tuesday, May 13,
2008 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., with a Legion walk through at 7: 00 p.m.
Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Wednesday,
May 14, 2008 at 1: 00 p.m. with Norm
WITHERS officiating. Interment
Bear Creek Cemetery. Sympathy may be expressed through donations
to Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Royal Canadian Legion #635
Brigden. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family through
sbrothersfuneral@hotmail.com Steadman Brothers 519-864-1193.
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ARNER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-07-14 published
WORMALD,
Reverend
Arthur
Passed away peacefully at Kingsville Court Retirement Home on
July 12, 2008 with his family by his side at 82 years of age.
Beloved husband of Sylvia (née
AMPOLSKY) with whom he celebrated
62 years of marriage. Loving father of Arthur Roy and wife Antonia,
Walter and wife
Carol, the late Sylvia Carol (2001,) Norman
WORMALD,
and Millicent
WORMALD and husband Neil
ARNER.
Treasured
Poppa
of Carolyn
ARNER.
Brother of Madeline
COOPER. Also survived by
Sandy GREEN,
Terry and Jan
GREEN, Robin
FITZPATRICK, and Marilyn
SHINGLETON as well as many great-nieces and nephews. Arthur served
in the Royal Canadian Naval Volunteer Reserve during World War 2
as a Telegraphist. He served as a missionary for 11 years in
Bolivia, South America. Arthur was one of the founding members
of the Southern Cross Radio Station. He was an ordained Pastor
of the Canadian Baptist Ministries. Arthur was a teacher and
guidance counsellor for the Hamilton Board of Education until
retirement. In lieu of flowers, donations to Camp Oneida Baptist
Camp or to Habitat for Humanity would be appreciated. A private
service will take place at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (1-866-716-7378)
128 Talbot St. North, Essex, Ontario. A Memorial Service will
be held at a later date at Westview Baptist Church in London.
You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.grey_county.artemesia.flesherton.the_flesherton_advance 2008-02-27 published
QUEE,
Elsie
(CRIPPS)
Entered into rest in Rockwood Terrace, Durham in her 96th year
on Thursday, February 21, 2008. Elsie
(CRIPPS) beloved wife of
the late Fergie
QUEE. Dear mother of Norma
QUEE
(Ken
BUSTIN)
of R.R.#2 Priceville and Audrey
BENNIE of Guelph. Loving grandmother
of Will of Montreal and Patrick of R.R.#2 Priceville. Will be
sadly missed by her sister Violet
ARNOLD of Malton. Predeceased
by a son-in-law Doug
BENNIE, a sister Frances
LYONS, and brothers
Sidney, Fred and Henry
CRIPPS.
Rested at the McMillan and Jack
Funeral Home, Dundalk. Services were held in the chapel on Monday,
February 25, 2008 at 1 p.m. Interment in Dundalk Cemetery. Donations
to Rockwood Terrace, Durham would be appreciated. Visitation
took place on Monday from 12 noon to 1 p.m.
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-05-14 published
GREIG,
Allan
Robert
Died peacefully after a long battle with cancer on May 9, 2008
at 64 years of age. Caring father of Catherine and husband Pat
SANTAGUIDA,
Jim
GREIG, Jennifer and husband Alistair
WESTON.
Precious grandpa of Cassandra, Domenico, Micayla and Hannah.
Dear brother of Larry and wife
Sheila
GREIG,
Jean
GREIG, and
Donna and husband Al
COOPER.
Predeceased by his parents Norman
and Ruby GREIG.
Several nieces and nephews also survive. Allan
will be missed by his best Friends Gord
LAROSE and Wayne
ARNOLD
along with many other close Friends. Allan was a teacher at Sandwich
Secondary School until his retirement. He will be missed by all
for his gift of fixing mechanical things. If you so desire, memorial
donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated
by the family. Cremation will be held. Memorial visiting Wednesday,
May 14th from 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Memorial Service Thursday 11: 30 a.m.
at Families First Funeral Home and Tribute Centre (519-969-5841)
3260 Dougall Ave with Rev. Don
HANSFORD officiating. Interment
will be held on Saturday May 17 at 11: 30 at Greenwood Cemetery,
Owen Sound. Share memories, make a donation or light a candle
at FamiliesFirst.ca
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-02-25 published
ARNOLD,
Jack▼
Arnold
Beloved husband of Myra, passed away at Victoria Hospital Emergency
on Sunday, February 24, 2008. At Jack's request cremation has
taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
Those wishing make a donation in memory of Jack are asked to
consider the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the London Health Sciences
Foundation Cancer Centre. Westview Funeral Chapel entrusted
with arrangements (519-641-1793).
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-02-28 published
ARNOLD,
Jack▲▼
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-02-29 published
ARNOLD,
Jack▲▼
(November 15, 1921-February 24, 2008)
It is in the spirit of my love for him that I recognize the passing
of my beloved father, Jack
ARNOLD on February 24, 2008 at Victoria
Hospital, London, Ontario at the age of 86 years. Jack was predeceased
by his parents, George and Kit
ARNOLD; his brothers George and
Bob ARNOLD; his sister Joan
VENTIN; his son Robert Ian
ARNOLD
his step-grand_son, Bart and his wives Florence (née
KENNEDY)
and Kathleen (née
McDOUGAL.) He leaves behind his loving wife
Myra of London; his devoted sister Mary
MOORE of Dorchester.
Additionally, he is survived by his daughters Argena (Bonnie)
BERNE of Stelle, Illinois; Lynn
JOHNSON of Dawson Creek, British
Columbia; Kathleen
HAMILL of Ft. Fraser, British Columbia and
his step-daughter Beth
BORIS as well as 10 grandchildren and
17 great-grandchildren. Clearly, Jack emerged as a self-made
man who lived an extraordinary life. Valued for the insights
and optimism he shared with others, he was distinguished by his
particular focus on self-discipline, love, freedom and trust.
Characterized by his use of reason and creative innovation throughout
his many careers, he was held in respect by many, especially
in business matters. Jack served in his youth as a member of
the Royal Scottish Regiment in World War 2 (1940-1945). During
the past 6 years, he lived in Parkwood Hospital, London, until
his death on Sunday last. A memorial service will be held at
1: 30 pm., Thursday, March 6, 2008 at the Church of the Good Shepherd
at Parkwood Hospital to acknowledge the deep sadness and heartfelt
loss of his presence in our lives. Expressions of sympathy may
be made at that time.
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-11 published
EASSON,
Hannah
(BROWNE)
Suddenly at Sprucedale Care Centre, Strathroy on Sunday, March 09,
2008, Hannah
(BROWNE)
EASSON of London in her 80th year. Beloved
wife of Stanley. Dear mother of Joe
EASSON,
Rosemary
EASSON-
ARNOLD
and her husband Paul
ARNOLD all of London. Loving grandmother
of Hannah Erin
ARNOLD.
Sister of Rose
BURT and her husband Robert
of Etobicoke. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Sadly
missed by her beloved cat Max (Nookie). Predeceased by her parents
Thomas and Angela, sister Mary
GUARINO and brother Patrick. Visitation
will be held on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with prayers
at 7: 00 p.m. at the Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road
North. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. George's Parish,
1164 Commissioners Road West, on Thursday, March 13, 2008 at
11: 00 a.m.. Interment Saint Peter's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers,
those wishing to make a donation in memory of Hannah are asked
to consider the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario. Online
condolences accepted at condolences@westviewfuneralchapel.com
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-03-17 published
ARNOLD,
Jerome "
Jerry"
John
Thomas
At the Bluewater Health "Palliative Care" Sarnia on Friday, March 14,
2008. J. "Jerry" J.T.
ARNOLD of Sarnia, formerly of Dashwood
and Parkhill in his 76th year. Beloved companion of Carol Ransley
and her daughter Rose Mary Powers, and beloved husband the late
Marjorie (DEVINE)
ARNOLD (1979.) Dear father of Joe and Linda
ARNOLD of Grand Bend; Brenda
RELOUW and Steve
BARNIER of Sarnia
Thomas ARNOLD of Huron Park; Laurie and John
LAWSON of London
John and Debbie
ARNOLD of Grand Bend; Julie and Steve
WEBER of
Saint Thomas. Grandfather to 13 and several great-grandchildren.
Brother and brother-in-law of Margaret and (late Michael)
O'KRANCY
of Regina, Saskatchewan, late Dorothy and Erwin
CLOSS, (late
Charles) and Josephine
ARNOLD of London, late Edward
ARNOLD,
(late Rose) and George
STUCKKY of St. Camrose, Alberta, John
and Laura ARNOLD of Val Caron, Ontario, late Douglas
ARNOLD,
(late Joanne) and Richard
HARTMAN of Calgary, Madeline (late
Laurence) BOX of Parkhill. Predeceased by parents Charles and
Rose ARNOLD.
Jerry worked for W.J. Barnes of Sarnia for many
years. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Sacred Heart Church,
Ann Street, Parkhill on Saturday, March 29 at 11: 00 a.m. Visitation
starting at 10: 00 a.m. Reverend Father Tom
DONOHUE officiating.
Interment in Parkhill Cemetery. Donations to the Saint_Joseph's
Hospital "Palliative Care" Sarnia would be appreciated. Share
a memory or send condolences to www.boxfuneralhome.ca M. Box
and son will plant a tree in memory of Mr.
ARNOLD.
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-04-19 published
ARNOLD,
Jack▲
To family and Friends who donated, to the Heart and Stroke Foundation
and the London Health Sciences Foundation, Cancer Centre, my
heartfelt thanks. I will write you personally when I receive
notification from these two centres. Sincere thanks to those
who gave their love and support to Jack and I during his long
stay in Parkwood Hospital. It was so comforting to see so many
of you at the Memorial Service for Jack. Myra
ARNOLD
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-04-29 published
ARNOLD,
Milton
At Chatham-Kent Health Alliance on Sunday April 27th, 2008, after
a brief illness, Mr. Milton
ARNOLD of Chatham in his 70th year.
Loving son of the late Irwin and Ellen
ARNOLD.
Beloved husband
of Suzanne
ARNOLD and the late Gloria
GLOVER (1972) and the late
Pat HUNTER (1997.) Loving father of Brenda
RACZ and her husband
Ron of Alberta, David
ARNOLD and Mary
CAPILANO of British Columbia,
Brent and his wife Dorothy of Chatham, and step father of Tammy
HUGHES and her husband Ian of Barrie. Dear brother of Ina Jean
TEMPLE and her husband Keith of British Columbia. He will be
lovingly remembered by his seven grandchildren. Milton served
as a police officer on the Chatham-Kent, Windsor, and Dutton
Police Services, followed by thirty years in the trucking industry.
In his retirement Milton enjoyed yard sales and car shows. Family
and Friends are invited to the Alexander Funeral Home, 245 Wellington
West, Chatham, 519-352-2710 on Wednesday April 30th from 2 to
4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral service for Mr. Milton
ARNOLD
will be conducted from the chapel of the funeral home on Thursday
May 1st, 2008 at 11: 00 a.m. with Rev. Paul
McPHAIL of Chatham
Christian Centre officiating. Cremation to follow with interment
Maple Leaf Cemetery to be held at a later date. Friends planning
an expression of remembrance are asked to consider Outreach for
Hunger. Family and Friends may send online condolences at www.alexanderfuneralhome.ca.
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-14 published
GOWAN,
Wendy
Verline
(COOK)
On Saturday, May 10, 2008 at L.H.S.C. Wendy Verline
(COOK)
GOWAN,
in her 63rd year, passed away after a courageous battle with
cancer. Wendy is predeceased by her parents Stan and Julia
COOK.
Surviving are her brother Calvin (Bernadette) of Bridgewater,
Nova Scotia and sister Mary
COOK of London. She will be sadly
missed by her children Perry (Lisa)
McMILLAN of Dutton, Lisa
NEWMAN
(Randy
OSSELL) of Eagle, Les (Tonia)
CAMPBELL of Winnipeg,
Manitoba, Laura
CAMPBELL
(Trevor
ALVIS) of Boissevain, Manitoba
and grandchildren Jamie and Alicia
McMILLAN,
Adam and Clarissa
NEWMAN, Randy
OSSEL Jr., Brice and Jenna
CAMPBELL, Delaney
ALVIS
and great-grand_son Trent
NEWMAN.
Also left to mourn are her extended
family on Kiwanis Park Dr: Barney, Mike and Lori, Dave and Karen,
Chris and Andrew and niece Patti
KELLY. A heartfelt thank you
to Sandra ADAM/ADAMS and Wayne
ARNOLD for all the Friendship, compassion
and assistance given to Wendy and her family in their time of
need. Thanks also to Carol
WATSON of the Victorian Order of Nurses
for the extra care and concern given to our mother. A private
interment will be held at Fairview Cemetery, Dutton where Wendy
will be laid to rest with her grandparents John and Elizabeth
Cook. Arrangements entrusted to Arn Funeral Home, Dutton. Email
condolences arnfuneralhome2@bellnet.ca
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-05-31 published
NEWMAN,
Catherine
Ann
(FERGUSON)
On Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at Victoria Hospital Catherine Ann
NEWMAN
(FERGUSON) of Belmont in her 67th year. Beloved wife of
forty-two years of Lee. Survived by sons Paul, Brent, Mark and
friend Agnieszka. Also by sisters Florence
ARNOLD - husband Robert
of Chatham and Margaret
KISSAU - husband Bob of Windsor. Catherine
was a graduate of London Teacher's College and taught in Scarborough
and London. Upon retirement from teaching, Catherine became significantly
involved in community projects including the Belmont Lioness
and their various programs. Friends will be received at Bieman
Funeral Home, Dorchester, Sunday 1 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. where
the Funeral Service will be held on Monday, June 2, 2008 at 1: 30 p.m.
with Reverend Jane
VAN
PATTER conducting the service. Interment
in Dorchester Union Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Heart and
Stroke Foundation gratefully acknowledged. A Lioness Service
under the auspices of Belmont Lioness Club will be held at the
funeral home on Sunday at 6: 30 p.m.
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-01-23 published
ELLIOT/ELLIOTT,
James
Carman "
Jim"
Died peacefully at the Saint_Joseph's Health Centre in Toronto
on January 19, 2008. Jim was born in Sudbury in 1936, special
son of Carman and Alexine
ELLIOT/ELLIOTT
(LEFEBVRE) of Sudbury (both
deceased,) brother of Shirley
POFF (deceased) (Keith) of Belleville,
John ELLIOT/ELLIOTT (deceased) (Min) of Markdale, Janet
GALASSO
(Pat)
of Kingston, Nancy
FARWELL
(Dave) of Orillia. Predeceased by
nephew Christopher
POFF
(Christine
KEMPI) of Port Dover, and
survived by many nieces and nephews, Vicki
SIMONS
(Rodney) of
Belleville, Liz
GOW
(Bob) of Orillia, Barb
BLACK (Jeff) of Oakville,
Tom ELLIOT/ELLIOTT
(Lisa) of Cobourg, Rob
ELLIOT/ELLIOTT (Shirley) of Stamford,
Connecticut., Peter
ELLIOT/ELLIOTT
(Katie
MORRISON) of Midhurst, Kari
GALASSO (Ken
ARNOLD) of Inverary, Linda
GALASSO (Kevin
ARMITAGE)
of Mill Valley, California., Michael
GALASSO
(Kelly) of Waterloo,
Kim FARWELL of Ft. McMurray, and Jane
POSTMA
(Scott) of Dundas.
He is also survived by many great-nieces and great-nephews. Jim
was a graduate of the University of Western Ontario. He will
be interred in Sudbury. There will be no public visitation or
funeral. A celebration of Jim's life will be held in Sudbury
at a later date. The family would like to thank Suzanne
CRAWFORD
and her staff at Saint Anne's Place, Toronto, for supporting Jim
as he lived his life in the last four years, on his own terms.
Thanks also go to the staff of Saint_Joseph's Health Centre for
their kind and caring treatment in Jim's last days. Please consider
a donation to The International Schizophrenia Foundation, 16 Florence
Ave., Toronto M2N 1E9
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-01-24 published
HILLIER,
Doctor
Don
H.
At Victoria Hospital, London, on Tuesday, January 22, 2008. Doctor Don H.
HILLIER of London in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Barbara
(HAINSWORTH)
HILLIER and the late Vivian
(FRASER)
HILLIER. Dear
father of Glen
HILLIER and his wife
Tine,
Karen
ARNOLD and her
husband Jim all of Sherwood Park, Alberta, Stephen
HILLIER and
his wife Betty of Edmonton, Alberta and Janice
EGLESTON and her
husband Jim of Leduc, Alberta. Also loved by his 9 grandchildren
and 2 great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. There will
be no funeral service. Friends are invited to join the family
at the residence, 55 Greenbrier Crescent, London on Saturday,
January 26th from 1 to 4 p.m. for a time of reflection. As an
expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations
may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street,
London, Ontario N6A 3A1. (A. Millard George Funeral Home, London
entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184) On line condolences
accepted at: www.amgeorgefh.on.ca
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-02-02 published
ARNOLD,
William
Douglas
(Regimental Sergeant Major, Lorne Scots Canada)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William
at the National Veteran's Home, Toronto on January 29th, 2008
at the age of 88. Bill was predeceased by his wife Wynnifred
Margaret Lenore
(ROONEY) 1994; sister Muriel
THOMPSON/THOMSON/TOMPSON/TOMSON; and parents
Sheldon and Ida May
(LAIDLAW.) He leaves behind daughters Heather M.
ARNOLD and her children Christian, Devon and Stewart
WALSH;
Lori
M.
ARNOLD
(Tom
LEVESQUE) and their children Nicolas and Simon
LEVESQUE.
As per his wishes he has been cremated and the memorial service
will be held at Calvin Presbyterian Church, Halifax on Saturday,
March 22nd at 2 p.m. Bill loved and lived life to the fullest,
and in return was loved deeply. We will miss his strong and gentle
spirit.
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ARNOLD,
Cyril
W. "Cy"
Peacefully on Monday, April 21, 2008 at the Toronto East General
Hospital, in his 90th year. Beloved husband of the late Alexina
(Al). Loving father of Wilf and his wife Jo-Anne, and Bob. Loved
Poppa of Erin (Mike
LYONS), Dallas (Damien
CAMPBELL), and loving
great-grand poppa of Carter
LYONS.
Special thanks to O'Connor
Court 2-B staff for their care and compassion Friends may call
at the Trull 'North Toronto' Funeral Home and Cremation Centre,
2704 Yonge Street (5 blocks south of Lawrence) on Wednesday from
2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on
Thursday at 1: 00 o'clock. Cremation. If desired, in memoriam
donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-05-02 published
WIGGIN,
Jack
We regret to announce the passing of Jack
WIGGIN on April 26th,
2008 in Vernon Jubilee Hospital at the age of 87 years. With
an M.Sc. and M.D. from Queen's University, as well as a PhD from
Cambridge University, Jack had a distinguished career in medicine
and health sciences that spanned six decades. Among his numerous
accomplishments, he will be particularly remembered for his outstanding
contribution to the advancement of Canadian clinical research
and biomedical science. His many professional titles included
Captain in the Royal Canadian Medical Corps., family physician,
Chief Superintendent of the Defence Medical Research Laboratories,
Deputy Chairman (Scientific) of the Defence Research Board of
Canada, Director General of Research Programs and Scientific
Advisor to the Minister of National Health and Welfare, Deputy
Medical Director of the Canadian Red Cross Transfusion Service,
Scientific Editor of the Canadian Medical Association Journal,
Associate Professor in the McGill University School of Medicine,
and editor as well as contributing author of several medical
textbooks. A man of steadfast principle, unwavering integrity
and extraordinary generosity, his proudest accomplishments, above
all others, were as husband to his loving wife Mary of 63 years,
father to two sons, John (Nancy) of Kimberley, British Columbia
and Doug (Heather
DOW) of Vancouver, British Columbia, three
daughters, Pam (Bill
SEMPLE)
WIGGIN of Ottawa, Ontario, Carol
WIGGIN of Victoria, British Columbia and Sue (Brian
GUY)
WIGGIN
of Vernon, grandfather to ten grandchildren, Matthew (Karina
HOULE) of Vancouver, British Columbia, Laura (Ryan)
CAIN, of
Cranbrook, British Columbia, Kate, Robb, Keara, Christopher,
Geordie, Alex, Graeme, and Thomas and great-grandfather to Anna
and Molly. Jack will also be lovingly remembered by his sister,
Barbara ABERCROMBIE of England, brother-in-law, Don
McQUAY of
Whitby,
Ontario, sister-in-law, Betty
CLARKE of Vernon as well
as numerous nieces and nephews. His family is profoundly thankful
for the gift of sharing in his remarkable life and for the memories
they will forever treasure. They extend heartfelt appreciation
to Doctor Dave
ARNOLD and the wonderful staff of Vernon Jubilee
hospital for their sensitive and expert care in easing Jack's
passing and the warm support they gave to the family. There will
be no service by request of the family. Cremation. Flowers are
gratefully declined. Those wishing to make contributions in memory
of Jack may do so to Doctors Without Borders - Canada, #402 720 Spadina
Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M5S 2T9. Arrangements have been entrusted
to:
Pleasant Valley Funeral Home, 4303 Pleasant Valley Road, Vernon,
British Columbia V1T 4M4 Phone: 250-542-4333
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-06-07 published
ARNOLD,
Esther
In memory of dear Esther who left us June 7, 2006
Too well loved ever to be forgotten.
Terry
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-07-17 published
WEINSTOCK,
Rose
On Sunday, July 13, 2008 at North York General Hospital. Beloved
wife of the late Samuel
WEINSTOCK.
Loving mother and mother-in-law
of Molly and the late Harry
HELLEN, and Lylian and Martin
HOFFMAN.
Dear sister and sister-in-law of Bertha and Abe
ARNOLD,
Max and
Lil ANDER,
Morris
ANDER and the late Mary and Lou
FREEDMAN. Devoted
grandmother of Carol and Saul
YORK,
Warren and Ellen
HELLEN,
Laura HELLEN,
Jay and Robyn
HOFFMAN, Garson and Flora
HOFFMAN,
Jordan and Melanie
HOFFMAN, and Jennifer and Ed
ROSENBERG.
Devoted
great-grandmother of Jessica, Adam, Shauna, Kayla, Jonathan,
Rachel, Mira, Meghan, Spencer, Avery, Taryn, Victoria, Alexandra,
Adam, and Alexa. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles
Avenue West (3 lights west of Dufferin) for service on Thursday,
July 17th at 2: 30 p.m. Interment in the Chenstochover Section
of Bathurst Lawn Cemetery. Shiva at 4005 Bayview Avenue #819
entry code #81. Memorial donations may be made to The Baycrest
Centre Foundation at 416-785-2875.
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ARNOLD o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-07-25 published
WATT,
John
Russell
Peacefully on July 22, 2008 in his 83rd year, with his son by
his side, John Russell 'Johnny'
WATT leaves behind his wife of
53 years, Tess and his son Norm of Toronto, his sister-in-law
Edna (Robert
ARNOLD d.1979) of Montreal, and her children Audrey
(Godin) and nephews Melvin, Bobby and John and their extended
families.
He was the third child born in Ville St. Pierre in 1925 to Henry
and Janet WATT (née
BOYD.)
Following the untimely deaths months
apart in 1927 of his father and his 9 year old brother Douglas,
John's mother struggled to keep her two remaining sons (older
brother Arnold) with her while she worked to support the family.
She often took in boarders to help pay rent, while working nights
cleaning at the Raleigh bicycle factory in Montreal. John spent
his childhood between their first floor flat on Rue du Couvent,
his mother's relatives in Worcester, Massachusetts, and with
Uncle Alec
BOYD in Lachine who all helped to raise and shape
him during the Depression years.
At the young age of 12 John was already a 'rink rat' at the Forum,
where he witnessed the longest game in National Hockey League
history between his beloved Maroons and Detroit, and got his
hide tanned for coming home at 2 a.m. As a young hockey player
himself, he was proud to have been a childhood team mate of Doug
Harvey in both hockey and softball. His love of sports stayed
with him his whole life, whether it be watching les Canadiens
conquer the world of hockey with their numerous Stanley Cup victories,
taking in a game at Delormier stadium watching Jackie Robinson's
season with the Montreal Royals, or enjoying his season tickets
at Percival Molson stadium for the great Alouette teams of the
50's. He made a devoted sports fan of his son, who remembers
Jr. Canadiens games at the Forum, major league baseball at Fenway
Park, the 'new' Shea Stadium in 1964, seeing the World Cup Champions
from England play soccer at Expo '67 and childhood afternoons
playing golf with the 'old guys' at BeauChateau golf course on
the south shore. Norm still plays baseball and hockey with the
passion he learned from his father who was the consummate fan.
One of his great thrills was to take his Dad to the 1st World
Series game played in Canada in 1992.
John began working at Dominion Engineering Works (a subsidiary
of GE) in Lachine as a floor sweeper at the age of 16. He stayed
for 42 years, retiring as the General Foreman of Shop 1 with
over 200 staff, a pretty big accomplishment for a little guy
from Ville St. Pierre who never finished grade 9 at Montreal
High. The only time he left was a short two years overseas beginning
in 1944 to 1946 to be trained in the Royal Canadian Air Force
as a tail gunner on Lancaster bombers.
Once back from the war, he would spend time at the Scandinavian
Club dances with his buddy Jimmy Manley who was the bartender
there. That's where he met Jeanne Newton and her younger sister
Tess OBODOFSKY (a couple of young women from a Lithuanian family
in Ville Emard). John and Tess were married in 1955 and set up
a small shop on Rue St. Jacques, John's Handy Store, where they
lived in two rooms at the back with their son. Through this time,
John became the official chronicler of the family history through
the eyes of the 8mm movie camera where he captured the Cousins'
and Norman's early years on film.
After five years of working days at the machine shop supervising
the building of turbines for the burgeoning Hydro stations in
northern Quebec, and evenings at the store, John and Tess were
able to save enough to move the family to their dream house in
Dorval in March of 1961.
As an active member of the Masonic fraternity (St. George's Lodge,
#440) John took his volunteering seriously and was committed
to his duties of hospital visiting and representing the Lodge
at Brothers' funerals, offering support to grieving family members.
He was considered by many to be both thrifty and a wise financial
planner, long before many knew what an Registered Retirement
Savings Plan was. His memories of childhood poverty stayed with
him, even when memory loss became a serious daily challenge.
His skills in retirement planning and investing were in constant
demand from family, Friends and even his own colleagues at the
shop. Just before taking ill with pneumonia for the first time
in 2004, John at 78 years young, acted as Executor for an old
friend in the Brockville area.
In 1989, once both he and Tess had retired, they moved to Toronto
to be closer to their son, settling in Guildwood which reminded
them of their West Island home of 28 years.
Tess and Norm would like to extend warm thanks to the staff of
Rockcliffe (Scarborough) and Lakeshore Lodge (Etobicoke) for
their caring attitudes and above and beyond service in the last
two years of John's life. Cremation has taken place and a celebration
of life will take place in Montreal sometime in the fall. In
lieu of flowers, Donations to the Baycrest Foundation in support
of research and treatment of Alzheimer's disease would be greatly
appreciated. http://www.baycrest.org/Donations/default.asp Online
condolences can be sent to http://www.ridleyfuneralhome.com/death-notices.htm
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ARNOLD,
Robert
James
Sr.
On July 22, 2008, peacefully at Villa Nursing Home, Midland,
Ontario at the age of 98. Beloved husband of the late Lilian
ARNOLD (née
ROWE.)
Wonderful dad of Robert (Nancy) of Parry Sound.
Predeceased by son William. Loving Grandad of Elizabeth
FOSTER
(David,) Heather
KUCHCICKI
(Edward,)
James
ARNOLD (Lee-Ann.)
Great-Grandad of Ben, James, Victoria, Stewart, Thomas, and Joe.
Robert will be greatly missed by brother Ross (Mary) and predeceased
by Al ARNOLD
(Ethel.)
Former member of the Etobicoke Fire Department
(retired 1974). Member of the Mimico Lodge 369 Ancient, Free
and Accepted Masons Family and Friends may call at the Marshall
Funeral Home, 10366 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4C 3B8
(4th traffic light north of Major Mackenzie Drive) on Sunday
from 7-9 p.m. only. Service in the chapel on Monday, July 28,
2008 at 11: 00 a.m. Interment, Sanctuary Park Cemetery, 1570 Royal
York Road, Weston on Tuesday at 1: 30 p.m. In lieu of flowers,
donations to Muscular Dystrophy Canada or the Canadian Breast
Cancer Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
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SHAVER,
C.
Irene
Peacefully, on February 12, 2008, Mrs. C. Irene
SHAVER of London,
in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Arnold C.
SHAVER (1988.)
Loving mother of Arlene and her husband Ray
DEZIEL and Gail and
her husband Bill
HAYTER of Sarnia. Dear grandmother of Clarke
FERRIS and his wife
Eleanor,
Jeff
FERRIS and his wife Robin,
Tammy and Chris
ARNOT,
Jason
HAYTER and Shaun
HAYTER and five
step grandchildren. Great-grandmother of Jami, Jill, Trent, Troy,
Stephanie and Aliesha. Predeceased by her brothers Gordon and
Robert MITCHELL.
Friends may call at the Lloyd R. Needham Funeral
Chapel, (520 Dundas Street, London) on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
and Friday 1-3 p.m. where the funeral service will be held in
the Chapel on Friday, February 15th, 2008, at 3: 00 p.m. Cremation
to follow. In memory of Irene, contributions to the Heart and
Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
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ARNOT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-04-04 published
FREEBORN,
Clara
Elizabeth "
Betty"
(JONES)
At Victoria Hospital, London on Wednesday, April 2, 2008. Clara
Elizabeth "Betty"
(JONES)
FREEBORN of London in her 87th year.
Dear mother of John
FREEBORN of London and Tom
FREEBORN and his
wife Darlene of Bowen Island, British Columbia. Predeceased by
her daughter Anne
ARNOT, her sisters Ethel
COMPEAU and Evelyn
SPEERS and her brother Harry
JONES.
Also loved by her grandchildren
David ARNOT and Dylan and Ariel
FREEBORN and her best friend
Betty "Towie"
UQUHART.
Cremation has taken place. Friends will
be received by the family one hour prior to a memorial service
being conducted in the chapel of the A. Millard George Funeral
Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London on Monday, April 7th at
1: 00 p.m. with interment following in Woodland Cemetery, London.
As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to
the charity of your choice. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com
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ARNOTT o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-02-15 published
ARNOTT,
Catherine
Anna “Kay” (née
BROWN)
Peacefully at Maple View Long-Term Residence in Owen Sound on
Thursday February 14, 2008 in her 89th year. “Kay” was born in
her mother's home in Owen Sound on December 26, 1919. Beloved
wife for sixty-two years of the late Ormond Alfred “Lou”
ARNOTT
(passed away 2006.) Beloved mother of Bill
ARNOTT
(Candace
BOUCHARD)
and Lynda (Don
FRITZSCH.)
Grandmother of Paul
FRITZSCH (Patricia)
of Newmarket and Scott
FRITZSCH
(Robin) of Minneapolis. Great-grandmother
of Catherine Emma
FRITZSCH.
Remembered by sister-in-law Bernice
(Harold BROWN,) of Owen Sound. A loved aunt of many nieces and
nephews in Ontario and British Columbia. Predeceased by her parents
Elizabeth and Tom
BROWN and step father Bert
FOOTE, her brothers
Harold and Lionel
BROWN, sisters-in-law Shirley
GLADSON (nee
ARNOTT) and Evelyn
BROWN, brother-in-law Tom
ARNOTT and by two
nephews Tom
BROWN and Wayne
PLOMP.
Growing up during the depression
after losing her father to influenza she learned from her mother
how to make meals with limited ingredients and unlimited imagination.
She knew how to prepare various dishes from local wildlife when
food was scarce. Her baking was done with a “pinch of this, a
bit of that” and a “you can tell from the feel when it's ready.&rdquo
Her favourite beverage was fresh brewed tea with a “blip of milk”.
She would talk about growing up in the area with pleasure and
a sparkle in her eye. Backing up the old 10th Street West hill
in a Model T Ford, or bundling up and going out to Shallow Lake
to visit her uncles in the horse drawn sleigh were some of her
stories. Her joy as a child was going to Sauble River and spending
time fishing and swimming. After high school she attended the
Northern School of Business. She learned important skills of
the day which included dictation, typing, filing and accounting.
She met and married Lou in early 1944 and traveled with him to
Truro, Nova Scotia while he was stationed at Camp Debert and
while he was in England. After the war ended and Lou was discharged
from the forces they returned to Owen Sound to raise their family.
She worked for several downtown businesses setting up bookkeeping
and accounting systems. Kay worked for the Owen Sound Parks Board
and took the job as office manager when the Owen Sound Health
Unit was formed in 1963 and stayed until her retirement in 1984.
She was a member of the Roselawn Lawn Bowling Club for many years
and enjoyed traveling. She volunteered with Red Cross Blood Donation
program for many years and was also a member of the Owen Sound
Legion Ladies Auxiliary. Coming from pioneering stock she was
a pioneer herself. She kept the family finances in order, worked
a full time job and ensured that her kids were taken care of.
Friends may call at the Breckenridge-Ashcroft Funeral Home on
Sunday February 17 from 7 to 9 p.m. A funeral service will be
held at the funeral home on Monday morning at 11 a.m. Doctor Brad
CLARK officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. As an expression
of sympathy, memorial donations to the Branch #6 Legion Ladies
Auxiliary, Grey Bruce Regional Health Centre Foundation, or The
Legion Poppy Fund would be appreciated by the family.
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ARNOTT o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-07-05 published
ARNOTT,
Kenneth "
Red"
The family of the late Ken "Red"
ARNOTT of Tillsonburg wish to
express their sincere gratitude for the kindness and care received
from Care Partners, Tillsonburg Medical Clinic, Tillsonburg District
Memorial Hospital, London Health Sciences Centre Dialysis Clinics,
Nephrology and Palliative Care Departments. The gifts of love
and support, cards, memorial donations, flowers, food, phone
calls and visits are sincerely appreciated. Throughout Ken's
illness we have been surrounded by love of family and Friends.
For the words of comfort and hope, we thank Rev. Olwyn
COUGHLIN
and Rev. Andy
BRNDJAR.
The
Arnott family appreciates the kind
attention and services of Ostrander's Funeral Home, Tillsonburg.
Margaret, Bill and Michelle, Margie, Harley and Family
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ARNOTT o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-04-07 published
ARMSTRONG,
Anne
Long time resident of Douglas Drive in Port Credit. Peacefully
at Saint_Joseph's Hospital, Toronto, on Saturday, April 5, 2008.
Beloved wife of the late Jack
ARMSTRONG. Dear mother of David
and his wife
Lois and Kathy and her husband John
ARNOTT.
Granny
to Jamie, Johanna and Jeffrey. Sister to Robert and Andrew.
Memorial service to be held in the chapel of Skinner and Middlebrook
Funeral Home, 128 Lakeshore Road East (one block west of Hurontario
Street), Mississauga, on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 2 p.m. In
lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
"Loved by all she will live on in our hearts and minds"
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ARNSBERGER o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-04-14 published
ARNSBERGER,
Ruth
Karin
Painter, weaver, adventurer, teacher. Born April 22, 1922, in
Haug, Norway. Died January 11 in Wiarton, Ontario, of complications
of heart disease, aged 85.
By Ross CALVERT and Lynn
KRZYWIECKI,
Page L6
An adventurer and accomplished artist, Ruth lived her life with
a tireless energy and depth of passion.
Her story can be told from the immense number of sketches, paintings
and tapestries she created over her lifetime, from the drawings
of her youth through her studies at art school in Norway to the
many years that followed. She was recognized internationally
for her skills as a designer, weaver and painter, and her work
was presented in many exhibitions.
Ruth was born the eldest of three sisters and two brothers. They
were close growing up, experiencing the hardships and deprivation
of the Depression and the Second World War.
She left Norway, in her own words, "to have an adventure." Eventually
she found her way to Colpoy's Bay, Ontario, where she spent nearly
50 years. Here she found love and married Orlo. Until his death
in 1988, they maintained and operated Cliffside, a rustic cabin
retreat on the shores of Colpoy's Bay. Cliffside was Ruth's beloved
home, and she remained there until her death.
Ruth painted in any weather, frequently accompanied by one of
her dogs. She sought isolated locations, capturing wind and rain,
snow and ice, long-lost buildings and the rocks and cliffs of
the Niagara Escarpment.
For more than 20 years she taught weaving part-time at Georgian
College. Over the years she donated her art to local fundraising
causes and contributed to the preservation of the Bruce Peninsula.
One of her proudest accomplishments was her ski shop, which she
operated from Cliffside.
Ruth found love a second time with her friend Ross. In the last
two decades of her life, their Friendship gave them a cherished
companionship. With Ross she was able to maintain Cliffside and
enjoy many years of discovery on the Bruce Trail and the Lake
Huron and Georgian Bay shorelines.
Ruth treasured her Friends and neighbours. Although she didn't
have children of her own, she enjoyed a good relationship with
Orlo's daughter, Barbara, and her children. And in spite of the
distance between herself and her family in Norway, they had a
timeless relationship.
Ruth was a proud and private person, and fiercely independent.
Although she could admit to her failing health, she found accepting
help from anyone but Ross difficult.
She once said she was never alone because she had her art. It
sustained her in difficult times and gave her the will to live
until she couldn't hold on any more. Thankfully, she left her
spirit immortalized in the places she loved best.
Ross CALVERT is Ruth's friend, and Lynn
KRZYWIECKI is Ruth's
friend and Ross's daughter.
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ARNSPERGER o@ca.on.grey_county.owen_sound.the_sun_times 2008-01-14 published
ARNSPERGER,
Ruth
Of Wiarton passed away on Friday, January 11, 2008 in her 86th
year. Cherished friend of Ross
CALVERT, of Wiarton and dear sister
of Rigmor BERG and Karin Marie
VALMORK both of Oslo, Norway.
She will be sadly missed by her nieces and nephews in Norway
as well as her many Friends of the Bruce Peninsula. Ruth was
predeceased by her husband Orlo, parents and two brothers. Ruth
was a well known artist and a lifetime member of the Tom Thomson
Memorial Gallery. Her design of the cairn that now sits in Tobermory
at the northern most point of the Bruce Trail is a true testament
to her talent. She was also a lifetime member of the Pottawotomi
Spinners and Weavers Guild. Ruth was very instrumental in introducing
cross county skiing to the residents and children of the peninsula.
Along with her husband Orlo, Ruth operated the Cliffside Resort
for many years and hosted guests from around the world. She also
organized many skiing tours from Canada to her native Norway.
There will be no funeral home visitation or service at this time.
Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to the George
Funeral Home, Wiarton. Donations made to the Tom Thomson Memorial
Gallery would be appreciated by the family as expressions of
sympathy. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.georgefuneralhome.com
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