Sep 14, 2017 |
After an amazing life, lived to the fullest, passed away peacefully September 14, 2017, one day short of her 97th birthday. Beloved wife of George B. (Barney) Portsmith. Predeceased by her first husband Arthur Strauch. Loving mother of Marolyn Cook and David and Marnie Strauch. Predeceased by her daughter, Carolyn McGill and sons-in-law Donald McGill and Bruce Cook. Very special Grandmother of Sandy, Allen (Erin) and Rob (Julie) Cook; Jeff (Jen) Strauch, Amy (Paul) Ksiazek and Sherry LaFrance. Adored Great-Grandma of Ethan Cook, Ethan and Peyton Emmett, and James and Emily Ksiazek. Kay outlived her siblings: Doris Killman, George Alton and Marg Alton. Kathryn was a long-time member of Copetown United Church. Kay will be remembered for her extraordinary creative talents. Her paintings, quilts, hooked rugs, carvings and knitting will continue to be enjoyed by all her family and friends. Kay lived most of her life smiling, enjoying it all and left with no regrets. Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St, Dundas, on Sunday, September 17 from 2-4p.m. and 7-9p.m. A memorial service will be held at Copetown United Church, 2218 Governor’s Road, Copetown, on Monday, September 18 at 11:00 a.m. Donations to Copetown United Church or a charity close to your heart would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Sep 13, 2017 |
February 4, 1949 – September 13, 2017
McAllister, Millie Ann (nee Tudorov) – Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital on September 13, 2017 in her 69th year. Loving mother to Jackie (Dave) and Scott. Caring grandmother to Callan and Ruby. Millie was born in Zadar, Croatia. She was a longtime fan of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Cremation has taken place.
Sep 12, 2017 |
July 28, 1942 – September 12, 2017
Hayward, Alan Keith – Peacefully passed away at home on Tuesday, September 12, 2017. Loved always by Maureen, his wife of 47 years, his son Neil, daughters Alexandra, Hannah, Maria and Vanessa and his 5 grandchildren. Predeceased by brothers John and Eric. Alan was a member of the Royal Military Police for 22 years and the Manager of Security at Mohawk College for years. A special thank you to the staff at the Juravinski Hospital (Chemo Unit) and to Dr.’s Ellis and McMillan for their care and compassion for the past years. In keeping with Alan’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private Service will be held with family. A celebration of Alan’s life will be held at the Winchester Arms, 120 King Street West, Dundas on Monday, September 18 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Flowers are gratefully declined. If you so wish, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Alan Hayward bursary at Mohawk College would be appreciated by the family.
Sep 7, 2017 |
November 10, 1954 – September 7, 2017
Grabiec, Wendy Marie – Peacefully at Toronto General Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, September 7, 2017, in her 63rd year. Loving sister to Chris (John) and Les (Brenda), and aunt to Nicole and Deanna. Special “sister” and friend to Helen and family. Wendy will be sadly missed by Carol, Laura, Andrea and families; April, John and families and many many cousins, friends and former students who touched her life. Wendy was a dedicated teacher, librarian, principal and mentor to many students in the HWCDSB. Friends will be received by the family on Saturday evening from 6-9 and Sunday afternoon and evening 2-4 & 7-9 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. Funeral Mass will be held Monday morning at 10 o’clock at ST. AUGUSTINE’S CHURCH, 58 Sydenham Street, Dundas. Cremation to follow. Expressions of sympathy to Camp Marydale would be appreciated.
Sep 6, 2017 |
April 20, 1932 – September 5, 2017
Lawson, Mary Elliot “Myra” (nee Methven) – Peacefully at home on Monday, September 5, 2017, in her 86th year. Beloved wife of Bill, and loving mother to Linda and David. Myra will be sadly missed by her sister Kathleen Archer and sister-in-law Shirley Pawson, and her nieces and nephews in the UK, Canada and the USA. Predeceased by her brothers-in-law John Archer and Ralph Pawson. Cremation has taken place and a private interment of ashes will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Hamilton Chapter of the MS Society would be appreciated.
