Austin, Stephen Laurence – It is with great sadness that the family of Stephen Austin announce his passing February 4, 2021, in his 85th year, peacefully, at the Juravinski Hospital after a brief illness. Predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Esther (nee Chappell) in 2015. Wonderful loving father to David, (Katherine) and Carolyn (Tom Barbeau). Adored Poppa to Jessica (Jordan), Jonathan (Shannon), Candice (Benjamin), Andrew (Molly), Michael (Sarah) and Joel. His grandchildren were a source of pride, he supported them in their sporting events, theatre productions, graduations and weddings. He was a great-poppa to Zachariah, Austin, Wyatt and Naomi and two new arrivals this summer. Also survived by brothers Norman, Paul (Mary) and Alvyn and many nieces and nephews. Steve was born in Tushan, China to missionary parents (John and Lillian). He attended Chefoo schools until the family returned to Canada in 1951. Steve taught himself to play the piano by ear by playing on a piano that was attached to the missionary house near Toronto Bible College. He was an avid photographer, taking many pictures (and 1000s of slides) of family and of his many travels. With his young family, we travelled across Canada and the USA, pulling a trailer behind us. Then with Esther, they travelled the world with groups of travelers that Steve organized. They visited Canada, USA, Switzerland, Austria, Greece, Peru, Easter Islands, Chile , China to name a few and he hiked the Grand Canyon too many times to count. A trip highlight was a family cruise in 2013, Steve and Esther and their two children/spouses and 8 grandchildren/spouses cruised the Caribbean over New Years. His faith was important to him. Esther and Steve were long time members of Chedoke Presbyterian Church, where he served as an Elder and sang in the choir. Steve attended London Bible Institute where he met Esther and after they married, he went to Western University for his undergraduate degree . He worked as a teacher/guidance counsellor at Burlington Central High school for almost 25 yrs. He coached girl’s soccer and assisted in the drama productions. Esther and Steve had many dear friends , many friendships lasting for decades. Many fond memories of “ the group”. Steve especially enjoyed spending time with extended family every Christmas where four generations of Austin family members would gather for our annual “Chinese Turkey”. Steve will be remembered as a quiet, thoughtful man, a true gentleman. He loved to laugh. He loved his God, he loved his family and he will be missed. Many thanks to the staff at Juravinski Hospital and Aberdeen Gardens retirement home, for the wonderful care given to our dad. In lieu of flowers, donations to Neighbour to Neighbour would be appreciated by the family. Friends and Family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St. Dundas, on Tuesday February 9, from 6 – 9p.m. You must sign up athttps://signup.com/go/KTcEAkX. A private family Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, February 10 at 11:00a.m.
Peacefully passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospital, on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at the age of 79. He is now with his beloved wife Trudy (predeceased 2005). Loving father of Wayne Jr., Lance (Sheri-Lynn), Randy (Lisa), Elizabeth and Sean. Grandfather to Sheena, Sabryna, Matthew, Ashley, Alycia, Daniel and Jake and many great-grandchildren. He will be missed by his sister Colleen (Ron) and sister-in-law Pat Arnett. Cremation has taken place. If you so wish, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Lethbridge, Richard Roy (Rick) July 23, 1958 – Jan 25, 2021 Passed away suddenly, in his home in Greensville, Ont. He was a life long resident of Greensville. For many years he worked in the gravel industries and enjoyed restoring classic cars and trucks. He had a wicked sense of humour that will be missed by all who knew him. He was predeceased by both parents, Roy and Lorna Lethbridge. He is survived by his sister Sharon Patton, (Ross), his sister, Suzanne Lethbridge (Randy), nephew Tim Patton, niece Jesse Harwood, niece Chelsea Anthony and his cat, Molly. There will be no services as he requested, and he will be interred at White Chapel Cemetery where both his Parents and Grandparents rest. In lieu of flowers donations to The Canadian Mental Health Association, The Hamilton Burlington SPCA or Flamborough Animal Adoptions would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Suddenly, the Lord took unto Himself, my dearly beloved husband, Bill. Predeceased by our infant son, Shaun. Predeceased by his parents, William Wiersma Sr. and Ebeltje Terpstra. Brother of Elco & Ann Wiersma, John & Jane Wiersma and sister, Sylvia. Brother-in-law of Ria & Theo TerHorst, Corrie & Mark Zylstra, Sim & Truusje Berkelaar, Coby & Bill Zandbergen, John & Marylin Berkelaar, Henny (deceased 2020) Berkelaar & Dave Feronni, Anita & Henry Hogeveen, and Gilbert Berkelaar & Sheri Getz. Loved Uncle of all of his nieces and nephews. Due to COVID restrictions, there will be no visitation. A funeral service will be held by invitation only at Turner Family Funeral Home, on Monday, February 8, 2021 at 1:00p.m. Livestream details will be on the Funeral Home’s website. Private Interment at White Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations to World Renew or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Floyd, Murray John – Passed away peacefully at home on January 29, 2021 in his 91st year with the love of his life and family by his side. Beloved husband of Bess (nee Shaw) for over 69 years. Predeceased by his eldest daughter, Christine (Bernie). Loving father to Barbara (Laverne), Donna (Brian) and Beverley. Proud Papa to 8 grandchildren and their spouses as well as 17 beautiful great-grandchildren. He will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Murray served in the military for 25 years, serving in the RCASC Battalion 2 and was a long-time and well known member of the RCL Branch 36. A private Memorial Service will take place on Friday, February 5th at 11:00a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the RCL Branch 36 would be appreciated.
