Nov 9, 2018 |
July 8, 1929 – November 4, 2018
Green, Catherine Norma – Of Dundas at the age of 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 4, 2018 at Blackadar Continuing Care. Born July 8, 1929 in Hamilton, ON, she was the daughter of the Late William Biggins and Mary (May) Biggins (Weightman). Norma, as she was known by all, loved to bowl, play euchre and do 3D paper toll. She loved spending time with her family, either playing euchre, bowling or just sitting out in the back yard talking. Surviving Norma is her loving husband Jack F. Green of Dundas, son Brett (Louie) Green of Dundas and daughter Darci Beamish (Green) of Calgary, her three grandchildren Christopher Beamish (Melissa), Kimberly Vockins Beamish and Cameron Beamish, and her two great-grandchildren Marshall and Vayda, as well as her sister-in-law Jane Biggins and her brothers-in-law Dave Green, Brad Clarke and Jack Peer. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Norma will be deeply missed by her family. Norma was predeceased by her brother William Biggins, daughter-in-law Christine Green, son-in-law Dale Beamish, brothers-in-law Allen, Alf, Art, Ern and sisters-in-law Mary, Annalee (Polly) and Sally. Special thanks to Dr. West and all the nurses and staff at Blackadar’s Continuing Care for the care and compassion shown to Norma during her stay. In keeping with Norma’s wishes, cremation has taken place and an inurnment was held with her family at graveside. If you so wish, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.
Nov 8, 2018 |
January 21, 1931 – November 6, 2018
Passed away peacefully at Juravinski Hospital on Tuesday November 6th, 2018 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Eleanor for over 22 years. Loving father to Albert (Tracy) Boyle, Ginny (Morris) MacLeod, Barbara (Dave) Chandler, Julie (John) Clarke and step-father to Scott (Lana) McIntyre and Lisa (Jeff) Boulton. Caring grandfather to 15 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren with one on the way, and one great-great-grandchild on the way. Bert will also be sadly missed by Cathie and Gord Kosterewa, Ellen and Bob Stevens, Marius and Juliana Nechifor, Alicia and Derek Bragg. Bert worked for Dundas Hydro for over 30 years, first as a linesman and then in purchasing and planning. He also worked on the 1967 Centennial Project for the Kinsmen Club planning Edward’s Park in Dundas. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Bert’s Life will take place on Sunday, December 2, 2018 from 1-4p.m. at the Dundas Legion Branch 36, 280 King St W, Dundas.
Nov 6, 2018 |
September 19, 1929 – September 5, 2018
Virginia left us peacefully at St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton. Virginia was well loved by her daughter, Patricia MacLeod, and her husband David, her son, Thomas Bontje, and his wife Clara, and four terrific grandsons, Christopher MacLeod with his wife Philippa, Jeffrey MacLeod and Jacquelyn, Justin Bontje, Matthew Bontje and Molly. She also leaves her brother Donald Stevenson. Virginia was predeceased by husbands Alfred Hanley and Henry Bontje.
Virginia grew up in Kingston and then spent more than sixty years in London. Five and a half years ago, she moved to Amica at Dundas and enjoyed this community.
A service to celebrate Virginia’s life will be held at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas on Saturday, November 10th at 1:00 pm with visitation one hour before the service, reception to follow.
Donations in Virginia’s memory to the St. Joseph’s Healthcare Foundation in Hamilton will be appreciated. The hospital’s care of Virginia was exceptional.
Nov 2, 2018 |
February 11, 1938 – October 31, 2018
Grunthal, Frederika “Rika” (nee Van der Mey) – Passed peacefully at St. Joseph’s Villa, Dundas, on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 in her 80th year. Wife of 60 years to Edgar Grunthal, loving mother of Paul, mother-in-law to Lara, and proud Oma of Emily and Montgomery. Eldest sister to the Late Mary (Jerry Bos), Helena (Ton), Cobie (Ralph Skinner), Jack Van der Mey, Edith (Jim Neil) and Nel Van der Mey. Sister-in-law of Evelyn Van der Mey. With her family, she immigrated to Canada in 1953. Rika talked little about the war but always attended Remembrance Day ceremonies to give thanks to those that gave their lives to liberate her homeland. She was a proud Canadian. At the age of 20 she married Ed and settled down in Hamilton to raise a family. Rika, Ed and Paul later moved to Dundas and took full advantage of the town’s hiking trails and conservation areas. Rika is lovingly remembered as an avid gardener, past president of the Hamilton Holland Club, lifeguard and swimming instructor, volunteer at citizenship ceremonies for Immigration and Citizenship Canada, enthusiastic naturalist and traveller, and Dutch Hindeloopen folk art instructor. Special thanks to Dr. Boyd and the staff at St. Joseph’s Villa for their care and compassion. A Celebration of Life will be held at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas on Sunday, November 11, 2018 from 2-4 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society.
