Bryans, William Everest

Mar 18, 2018 | 3 comments

William Everest Bryans

December 16, 1925-March 13, 2018

Bill Bryans, dearly beloved husband of Helen (Gardner) and brother of Barbara Braithwaite (John) passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 13 in his 93^rd year.

A professional optometrist, Bill practised for 48 years first with his father and then his cousin, Warren Currie, with offices in downtown Hamilton. Bill contributed to his community for 16 years as a member of the Dundas School Board and the Wentworth County Board, becoming chair of both.

Bill was active in the Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite and after his retirement the Probus Club of Hamilton. He loved jazz and swing music and through good seasons and bad cheered on the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. He followed politics as a “Bill Davis Progressive Conservative,” and wintered for 30 years in Naples, Florida where he made many friends. For the last several decades of his life, Bill enjoyed the daily companionship of a fine group of friends at Tim Horton’s. A Dundas man throughout his adult life, Bill said he always had a “warm feeling in his heart” when he returned there from trips.

Above all, Bill and Helen took special interest in the lives and careers of their children: Wendy (Jeffrey Simpson), Ian (Lynn Coslett) and Martha (Tom Knowlton). The entire family suffered a terrible blow when Ian suddenly passed away in 2015. Bill, a self-described “frustrated jock,” took great pleasure in watching Ian and four grandsons play football.

Bill leaves behind eight grandchildren – Tait Simpson (Katie Martin), Danielle Simpson (Geoffrey Carran), Brook Simpson (Anna Borotko), Shane Bryans (Lianne Wilson), Matthew Bryans (Emily Duggan), Katie Knowlton, Briana Knowlton, Laura Knowlton – and four great-grandchildren, Theo Simpson, Carter John Carran, Landon Bryans and Alexis Carran.

Special thanks to Rose Ortiz, the caregivers from LHIN, the staff at Amica and the local Veterans Affairs office for their kindnesses to Bill.

A memorial service will be held at St. Paul’s United Church, 9 Park St. West, Dundas, L9H1X3 at 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 24. Donations in Bill’s memory can be made to St. Paul’s.

Foster, Dale Gordon

Mar 18, 2018 | 9 comments

May 13, 1945 – March 17, 2018

Foster, Dale Gordon Edwin – Suddenly at his home on Saturday, March 17, 2018, in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of the late Donna (2007), and father of Rosalind Glousher (Jeremy), Robert and  Jacqueline Ward. Remembered always by his grandchildren Stephen,  Mathew, Tony, and Michael. Predeceased by his daughter Patricia Munro. A Celebration of Dale’s Life will be held on Wednesday afternoon from 2-4 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. As per his wishes, there will be no funeral. Expressions of sympathy to the St. John’s Ambulance would be appreciated by the family.

Rider, Mavis Shelagh (nee Stevens) “Steve”

Mar 8, 2018 | 1 comment

December 2, 1929 – March 8, 2018

It is with much sadness we announce the passing of Mavis on March 8, 2018 after an agonizing fight with cancer. Beloved wife of the late Dennis (predeceased 2007), Mom to Shelley (Lance) and Jason (Sylvia). Grandy to Alex (Erin), Tamara (Zach), Morgan (Hannah), Brittanie (Phil), and Tyler (Julie). Great-Grandy to Rylan and Madeline. The family would like to express our thanks to the kind staff at Amica, Dundas, the incredible Shannon Cousins of LHIN CCAC, and the very caring nurses and Dr. Bev of East 3 St. Peters. Cremation has taken place. Friends and family are welcome to attend a service of remembrance at Turner Family Funeral Home – 53 Main Street, Dundas, on Saturday, March 17, 2018 – 10:30am to 11:30am visitation, with the  Service at 11:30 am, with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers please donate to an animal charity of your choice.

Mom, we love you and you will always be in our hearts forever.

Laurie, Maureen

Mar 8, 2018 | 0 comments

January 12, 1940 – March 8, 2018

Laurie, Maureen – With sadness, the family announces the passing of Maureen on Thursday March 8, 2018. Predeceased by her parents Charles & Ethel Laurie. She will be missed by many cousins and friends. Visitation will be held at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St., Dundas, on Wednesday March 14, 2018 from 1 – 1:30p.m. with a Service at 1:30p.m. Donations in memory can be made to a charity of your choice.

Grigg, Mary (nee Lightheart)

Mar 6, 2018 | 11 comments

May 15, 1939 – March 5, 2018

Grigg, Mary (nee Lightheart) Born in Edinburgh, Scotland on May 15th, 1939, passed away March 5th , 2018 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Mary leaves behind her husband of 58 years, Norman, as well as her 2 sons Mark and Russell, daughter-in-law Louisa and grandchildren Mathew and Angela.   Mary was born into a family of 10 with 5 girls and 5 boys; Violet, Jean, Inna, Helen, James, John, Eddie, David and Bill. We would like to express our thanks to the emergency staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Family and friends will be received at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, Ontario on Thursday, March 8, 2018 from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm. Services for Mary will be held at Turner Family Funeral Home on Friday, March 9, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.