Dec 23, 2018 |
Rivers, Frank Edward Thomas
April 26, 1925 – December 21, 2018
Frank was predeceased by his beloved Ruth, wife of 67 years. Caring father to Douglas (Linda) and Ruthanne. Grandfather to Lynda (Chad), Cindy, Tara, Jennifer (Adrian), Leanne (Dennis) and Elaine (James). Great-grandfather to 15. Frank was a proud Veteran of the Second World War, serving with the RCNVR aboard H.M.C.S Joliette. He was a skilled carpenter by trade, and worked at Otis Elevator until his retirement in 1987. Dad was a long-time member of the Hamilton Stamp Club, The Steel Workers Organization of Active Retirees (S.O.A.R), a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 36 in Dundas, and up until two weeks before his passing he enjoyed swimming twice a week at Dalewood Pool, for over 33 years!. He will always be remembered for his great sense of humor and his dedication and love for his family. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 27th from 2-4 and 7-9, with Legion Service at 7:00, at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street Dundas where Frank’s Service will be held on Friday, December 28th at 1:00 p.m. A celebration of Frank’s life will be held Sunday, January 13th at the Dundas Legion, 280 King Street West from 1-4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 36 would be appreciated.
Dec 23, 2018 |
September 28, 1925 – December 22, 2018
HAMSTRA, Grace (nee Zylstra) – The Lord, in His infinite wisdom, took unto Himself our loving and caring mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother on Saturday, December 22, 2018 in her 94th year. Dear wife, for 67 years, of the late Jacob Hamstra. Cherished mother of Jerry and Trudy Hamstra, Sylvia and Carl Schouls, Audrey and Albert Wassink, Elizabeth and George Bouwmeester and Kathy and Ray Pennings. Predeceased by all her brothers and sisters; Joekje (Pieter) Miedema, Gauke (Tine) Zylstra, Eelkje (Gosse) Postma and Willem (Rieke) Zylstra. A loving sister-in-law to the late Kathleen Hamstra, the late Gerald & Theresa Hamstra, the late Ralph & Jeanette Haalstra, Peter & Audrey Hamstra and Peter & Willy VandenBerg. Our dear mother will be remembered as one who took a great interest in all that her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren did. They all loved her in return. We as a family sincerely thank the staff of Shalom Manor in Grimsby for their loving care for our mother. Family and friends will be received at the Ebenezer Free Reformed Church, 253 Weirs Lane, Dundas, Ontario on Thursday, December 27, 2018, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at the Ebenezer Free Reformed Church on Friday, December 28th at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial donations to Peace Haven (Brantford) or the Rehoboth Christian School (Copetown). Funeral service to be conducted by Rev. L. J. Bilkes.
“Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord” Rev. 14:13
Dec 21, 2018 |
August 6, 1941 – December 17, 2018
With profound sadness and loving hearts, we said goodbye to wife and mother, Ethel Mae (Hamilton) MacDonald on December 17, 2018. Ethel passed away peacefully at the Juravinski Hospital at the age of 77 years, following a courageous battle with cancer.
She leaves behind her soulmate and husband, Richard MacDonald, her devoted daughters, Cheryl (David) and Heather (Jamie) and her beloved grandchildren, Rhys and Norah. Her brother-in-law, David and sister-in-law, Theresa as well as her nieces and nephews, John, Carol, Bob, Kathryn, Tom, James and Jennifer will also miss her greatly.
Ethel enjoyed a wonderful and rewarding career in education, as a Family Studies teacher and later as Head of Department at several schools including Dundas District High School and Highland Secondary School. She was a dedicated and much-loved teacher.
Ethel was an active member of the Canadian Federation of University Women – Hamilton, serving on the Executive for many years including the role of President. She also was a long-time member of Grace Lutheran Church, serving in a variety of roles including Chair of the Worship Committee, a member of the Church Council and Lay Assistant for Sunday services.
In her spare time, Ethel loved being in the outdoors, either at the family farm on the Manitoulin Island or walking in the beautiful conservation areas in the Dundas Valley. She loved animals including her three dogs, Bryer, Jake and Lucy. She also enjoyed gardening, travel and attending local cultural events.
Thank you to Dr. Emili, Dr. Myers, Dr. Forbes, Dr. Serrano and Dr. Whitton, along with all the compassionate and supportive staff at the Juravinski Hospital. Their care and expertise helped extend Ethel’s life and we are grateful for the time we had with her.
Ethel cared deeply about education, particularly the education of girls and women as well as the natural environment. Memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Federation of University Women – Hamilton Scholarship Fund or the Hamilton Conservation Foundation.
Family and friends will gather at Grace Lutheran Church, 1107 Main Street West, Hamilton, on Friday, December 28, 2018 for a service at 2 pm celebrating Ethel’s life followed by a reception from 3-5 pm in Grace Hall, adjoining the church. All who knew Ethel are invited to join us for the service and/or reception.
Dec 19, 2018 |
Peacefully, with his family by his side, on Monday, December 17, 2018, in his 90th year. Predeceased by his loving wife of 55 years, Thelma (2005). Missed and loved dearly by Betty Verrall. Much loved Dad of Clyde (Janice) and Stephen (Traci). Cherished Grandpa of Michael, Kaitlyn, Jeremy and Amanda. Survived by his brother Stanley (Ann) and family. Predeceased by his parents, Sydney and Edna Wickens. Gordon started his electrical career with Dynes Electric. he and Thelma raised their boys in Carlisle, where he was a Scout Leader and member of the Sertoma Club, before moving to St. Catharines for his career with Ontario Hydro. They retired to Dundas, where he enjoyed volunteering at the RBG. Gord will fondly be remembered for his love of family, sailing, dogs, growing tomatoes and sharing good times with family and friends. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Dec 18, 2018 |
August 31, 1940 – December 17, 2018
Phillips, Patricia Irene “Pat” (nee Vollick) – Passed away peacefully at home with her loving daughter Lori-Ann by her side. Predeceased by her loving husband and soul mate, Thomas Allan Phillips “Tom” (2010). Pat will be remembered always by her grandchildren Lily and Thomazyna “Zya”; godchildren Joyce and Jamie and many in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A special thank you to her sister-in-law, Carol who was at Pat’s bedside on many occasions. Thank you also to Dr. West, Dr. Raza and to the many staff at the Juravinski Hospital for their care and compassion. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday evening from 6-9 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. A Service for Pat will take place at the Church of the Ascension, 64 Forest Ave., Hamilton on Friday morning at 11:00 a.m. Interment Grove Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
God saw that you were getting tired
And a cure was not to be,
So He put His arms around you
And whispered “Come with Me”.
You didn’t deserve what you went through
And so He gave you rest
God’s garden must be beautiful
He only takes the best.
-Unknown
