Oct 10, 2019 |
At age 98, died at Wentworth Lodge in Dundas, Ontario on August 27, 2019. Elma was born in Rosebush, Michigan, to George House and Grace Wiley House. A graduate of Central Michigan University with a BA in Education, Elma was a dedicated teacher who received numerous awards for her work – including the Jennings Scholar Award and the Valley Forge Teacher’s Medal.
She met and married her husband Ted Stanway from Toronto, Ontario, while he was working for the British Air Commission during WWII. Elma and Ted lived in both the US and Canada throughout their lives. The majority of their working careers were spent in Wadsworth, Ohio where they raised two children, Linda and Edward, and Elma pursued her education career with love and dedication. After her retirement she enjoyed sewing, collecting Royal Doulton figurines and glassware, and writing. Elma believed strongly that learning and teaching should continue throughout your lifetime and she never stopped reading and learning.
Elma will be greatly missed by her daughter, Linda Stanway, her grandchildren Rhiannon Maton, Timothy Maton and Kathryn Grace Maton (Eric Seguin) as well as her darling great-grandchildren Cedric and Felix. Her greatest love was her family. She was preceded in death by: her beloved husband Ted, son Edward Stanway, her sister Florence Van Buskirk and brother in law Gerald Van Buskirk.
Thank you to the staff at Wentworth Lodge for their care and compassion. At Elma’s request, cremation has already taken place. There will be a memorial service on November 8, 2019 at St Paul’s United Church in Dundas at 2 p.m. to celebrate her life. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Food4Kids.
Oct 6, 2019 |
February 27, 1924 – October 6, 2019
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our Mom, Elfriede Breitmaier (Klinger). She was a beautiful person both inside and out. Mom always put her family first and loved her family dearly. Elfriede had a number of accomplishments. She worked as a seamstress in a sewing factory before dedicating herself to being a homemaker and taking care of all of us. She was an accomplished gardener, baker, pastry chef, and prided herself on cooking everything from scratch. Elfriede also enjoyed swimming, biking, walking, and of course, dancing. She loved living in Point Clark in the summer and spending winters in Florida. She is predeceased by her husband (Gordon Breitmaier). Loving mother to Janet Breitmaier and Rein (Char) Breitmaier, and loving Oma to two generations Robyn (Luigi) Bruni and their children, Keele, Tiziano and Idina, and Taryn Breitmaier and son Dexter, sister to Ed Klinger. Predeceased by her parents Samuel and Emma Klinger. A celebration of life will take place at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St. in Dundas, ON, October 16, 2019 with visitation at 1pm, and a service at 2pm.
Sep 27, 2019 |
August 20, 1934 – September 25, 2019
It is with much sadness that the family of Bob Cruickshanks announces his passing, Wednesday October 25, 2019. Bob died peacefully after a very short illness. He and Kathleen (Johnstone) were married for almost 63 years. Together they enjoyed a busy life with family and friends travelling to parts near and far until his memories and abilities were sadly and slowly taken away by vascular dementia.
Family was everything to Bob. He will be sorely missed by his brother Paul (Rosemary) and was predeceased by his sister Claudene Stafford (Richard). He was the loving father of Sandra (Tom McCauley), Donald (Sharon), Steven (Kathryn Smithyman), Craig (Marianne) and Timothy (Heather). His grandchildren always enjoyed adventures with him: Iain (Krista Schneider) and Lauren McCauley, Jay (Shawna) Irvine, Tracy (John) McKinnon, Kevin (Sarah) Cruickshanks, Erinn (Mark) Honeycutt, David (Allie) Kanters, Devan and Brody Cruickshanks. Loved grandson Joel Cruickshanks predeceased his grandfather. He was Great Grandpa to Ethan DiSciullo, Alec McKinnon, Emma Honeycutt, Eli Honeycutt, Quinn Cruickshanks and Rose McCauley Schneider.
He started his working life at the Federal Income Tax Department and then to sales with Westinghouse Canada. He was called to teaching where his contributions were honoured throughout the years. During his 32-year career he positively affected the lives of thousands of Hamilton public school students – in the classroom, as a Phys Ed teacher and, finally, as a Guidance Counsellor. He was also a teacher and Co-ordinator of the Hamilton Summer Skills program.
Bob was the life of any party, the spark in so many events, the person who took every opportunity to bring people together. He regularly took the whole family for overnights at hotels for swimming, eating, games and birthday cake. He and Kathleen packed up their three parents (Claude and Verna Cruickshanks and Kathleen Johnstone) to Barbados and driving trips to both Canadian coasts. He oversaw the Cruickshanks Family Reunions for years. He played basketball and volleyball until his knees finally said “stop”.
He was born into the Binkley United Church family, was a loyal member of the Landmark/Doric Lodge for more than 50 years, a 10-year volunteer with Ronald McDonald House, and a member of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats Alumni Association due to his career with the Brantford Tigers B football team. A McMaster graduate, he was an active member of the McMaster Alumni Gallery Committee. He volunteered with the Hamilton Wentworth District School Board Archives and the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry Archives. He supported local events by volunteering at track and swim meets as well as the Ford World Curling Championships and the Grey Cup both of which took place in 1996.
The family is grateful for the care he received from the staff of Valley Trail at St. Joseph’s Villa since early 2015. They are also thankful to those who supported Bob and Kathleen as his health declined.
Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St, Dundas, on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 from 2-4p.m. & 7-9p.m.. A funeral service will be held at Binkley United Church, 1570 Main St. W., Hamilton, on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at 11:00a.m.
In honour of Bob’s life, you are welcome to consider a donation to the Cruickshanks and Johnstone Family Social Sciences Award at McMaster University, the Michael Johnstone Collection at the Hamilton Public Library or the charity of your choice.
Sep 27, 2019 |
February 15, 1921 – September 24, 2019
Predeceased by his dear wife Madeline Judd Gadson and friends Violet Emslic and Bernadette Bolton and sister Irene Greyory. Loved father of Dr. David Wilcox (Elizabeth) and Marilyn Jordon. Grandchildren, Heather Rubio (Mipzon), Julie Clark (Aaron), Krystal Jordon, Jason (Scott), Jordon and great-grandchildren Nathaniel and Eli. Missed by nieces and nephews and Stickle family, McMillan family and McKrigin family. A special thank you to the staff at St. Peter’s Hospital for their excellent care of Gordon. Cremation and a private interment have taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Assistance Program would be greatly appreciated.
Sep 25, 2019 |
Passed away on Monday September 16, 2019 at Juravinski Hospital in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Harold (2009). Loving mother to Donald and Judy (Rob). Caring grandmother to Emily, Angela (Ben), Tommy (Stephanie) and great-grandmother to Mycah. Edna was a long-time member of the Legion, where she played darts and pool. She and Harold shared a passion for golfing. Edna also bowled at the University Lanes in Dundas for many years. A Celebration of Life will be held at the R.C.L Br#36, 280 King St. W., Dundas on October 6, 2019 from 2 – 4 p.m.. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
