Mar 2, 2020 |
Connell, Robert Bruce
1925 – 2020
Passed away on March 2, 2020 in his 95th year after a month of hospitalization at St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton. Beloved husband of Verna (nee Laidman) of 68 years. Father of Shana (Ian) Barnard, Melia Bennett, Fiona (Ray) Behr, Clive Connell, Darce (Susan) Connell. Grandfather to Robert (Kristin) Barnard, Christopher (Shawna) Barnard, Callista Bennett (Leavon), Travis Bennett, Katrina Behr, Jeffray Behr, Emma Connell, Adam Connell and Grant Connell. Predeceased by parents Franklin and Maud Connell and siblings Roy, William, Basil, and Lois Crickmore. Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews and dear friends. Employed at the Dundas Star as a linotype operator for 25 years and then worked in the shipping department at Buntin-Gillies until his retirement in 1989. He was active in church life from a young age serving as the first President of Presbyterian Young People’s Society of the Hamilton London Synod, as Sunday School Superintendent, a member of the church choir, an Elder at West Flamboro Presbyterian Church and later an Elder at MacNab Street Presbyterian Church. Special thanks to the staff, which cared for him, on CTU Central and Complex Care at St. Joseph’s Healthcare. Visitation at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St. Dundas, on Friday, March 6 from 2 to 4pm and 6:30pm to 9:00pm. Funeral Service at West Flamboro Presbyterian Church, 262 Middletown Road, on Saturday March 7, 2020 at 2:00pm.
Feb 28, 2020 |
July 16, 1933 – February 27, 2020
Peacefully at St. Joseph’s Villa on Thursday, February 27, 2020, in her 87th year. Predeceased by her husband Pieter and 2 sons, Mel and Alex. Loving mother of Roy (Sandy) and Wendy (late Norman). Beloved grandmother of Jeanette, Johanna, Melanie, Rebecca, Jennifer and Kevin and great grandmother to Benjamin, David and Emily. Sadly missed by her brother Henry, and predeceased by her brothers Pete, Tom, Dirk, Louis, Jan, Alex, Wijbren and Nanning and her sisters Anne Idzinga, Frances Terpstra and Trijntje Schiphof. Friends will be received by the family on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, from 2-4 & 6-8 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, where the Service for Agnes will be held Wednesday morning at 11 o’clock. Cremation to follow. Expressions of Sympathy to the Canadian Diabetes Association or Margaret’s Place Hospice would be appreciated.
Feb 28, 2020 |
July 9, 1930 – Februrary 26, 2020
With broken hearts we announce the passing of Lois Ella McGee in her 90th year, on February 26, 2020. Peacefully and surrounded by her loving family, she went on her way to be in the embracing arms of her angels. Predeceased by her husband Robert, daughter Colleen, son Patrick, mother Winnifred Heslop, father William Marchant, and step-father Caven Heslop. Dearly loved and missed by sons Ronald, Daniel (Greg), grandsons Connor and Riley, and special cousin Bernice Brown. She was a beloved Mom, Nana, and friend. She will be missed by many extended family. Lois was a devoted Avon lady for nearly 70 years, and would like to thank her ladies for friendship, community, and empowerment. She loved to do crafts, flower arranging, colouring, and organizing and hosting family social events of all sorts. She was happiest surrounded by family and friends. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, March 5th, from 12:00 until the time of Lois’ Service at 1:00 at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St, Dundas, followed by Interment at White Chapel Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations to Community Living Hamilton, or to McMaster Childrens’ Hospital would be appreciated for saving her grandson’s life. Many thanks to the wonderful support care teams at Bayshore Home Health, with a special thank-you to Geraldine and Miroslav for helping keep Ron and Lois in their home. Thanks also to St Joseph’s Hospital Medical Step-Down unit for providing compassionate final care. Please sign Lois’ online book of condolence at www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.ca
“Good-bye my family, my life is passed.
I loved you all to the very last.
Weep not for me, but courage take.
Love each other, for my sake.
For those you love don’t go away
They walk beside you every day.”
– Mom
Feb 25, 2020 |
August 2, 1945 – February 24, 2020
Suddenly at his home on Monday, February 24, 2020, in his 75th year. Tom, beloved husband of the late Jane (nee Halliday), and son-in-law of Thelma Halliday. Beloved father of Rob (Yuko), Janice Binkley, Tim (Tracy), Kim Binkley (Mike) and Greg. Beloved grandfather of Amanda, Kyle, Britany, Carter, Emily, Becca, Ryan and Darcy. Tom will be sadly missed by his brothers and sisters Mike, Charlie, Teresa and Susan and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brother Pat. Tom was a longtime member of Hamilton Plumber’s Local 67. Friends will be received by the family on Friday afternoon and evening from 2-4 & 7-9 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. In Tom’s words, he has already been torched and a private family service and interment of ashes will take place. Expressions of sympathy to the SPCA would be appreciated by the family.
Feb 24, 2020 |
March 8, 1940 – February 22, 2020
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 22, 2020 in her 80th year. Beloved wife of the late Roland (2006). Loving mother to Roger (Debbie), Roland (predeceased-2007), and Barb (Shawn) Lewis. Caring grandmother to Elizabeth and Stephanie. Survived by her brother Larry Anderson (Trish). We would like to thank the staff at Blackadar Continuing Care for their excellent care of mom. Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St., Dundas, on Thursday, February 27, 2020 from 10-11 a.m. for a visitation with a service immediately following.
