Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Villa on Friday, July 9, 2021. Predeceased by his loving wife Gladys (2017). Loved and missed dearly by children Michael, Gary (Barbara), Charmaine (Ray Campbell) and Rodney (Sherry); eight grandchildren and two great-grandaughters. Predeceased by his brother George. Special thanks to St. Joseph’s Villa for their care and compassion. A Graveside Service will be held at Grove Cemetery.
It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Bob in his 79th year. Loving husband of Chris of 58 years. Dear father to Jody (Jamie), Tom and Samantha. Loving Grampy to Kalee (Spike), Bailey (Pickles), Austin (Doorknob) and their mother Karen as well as Dillon, Travis, Ty (Chumlee) and Jayden (Princess). Grampy loved his grandkids. Stepmother Marilyn (Arie), half brothers Steve, Kevin (Heather). Predeceased by his son Bobby, parents Tom and Ruth and sister Bonnie Robertson. Bob had 40 plus years of trucking, finally retiring in 2011 from Harris Rebar. In his early years he enjoyed motor cross and demolition derby making a lasting impact along the way. He will be missed dearly by his family and many many friends. Friends will be received by the family on Sunday afternoon and evening from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. Wearing masks and social distancing is mandatory while in the visitation room and while outside waiting to enter for visitation. A private interment to take place at Mt. Zion Cemetery by invitation only. Donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Due to covid-19 and the current restrictions, a celebration of life will be held at a later date for all to attend.
Please note, due to limited numbers permitted in the visitation room, there may be a wait period before entering. Social distancing and wearing masks inside and outside the building is mandatory.
February 9, 1929 – July 3, 2021
Passed away peacefully at 92 years, leaving his beloved wife, Barbara (Vail) of 67 years. Sadly missed by daughters, Norma (Dennis Button), Nancy (Dave Turple), Sharon (Stephen Harding), grandchildren; Jeff, Dan, Meg, Greg, Lindsey, Lauren, Charlotte, Michael, and Thomas and great-grandchildren; Aria, Keaton, Kendrick, and Nora. Fondly remembered by sisters-in law, Deena Ford and Sheila Huxley as well as many extended family and friends. Norm attended Prince of Wales Public School, Delta High School, and Parks Business School. He trained with the 8th Field Regiment RCA from 1944-1951. At 16 years old, he went to work in northern Ontario, where he bought a small island on Lake Temagami. He built a family cottage and many treasured memories. He worked at Colgate, National Cash Register, opened a dairy bar on King St. E, Hamilton (Stoney Creek Dairy) in the 60’s, Prudential Insurance, Vernon Directories, and finally retiring from his “favourite” job at the Dundas LCBO at 70 years old. Norm had known Dundas as a young boy visiting his grandparents on Hatt St. He and Barbara (married in 1954) bought a ravine lot in Highland Hills in 1956 and built their dream house where they lived for over 30 years. He loved this community and generously devoted time, most proudly as co-founder of Kids for Kaga, past President of Rotary Club (1979-80) a Paul Harris Fellow and served for 6 years on the Dundas Hydro Commission. Norm was a life long Ti-Cat supporter, dog lover (especially his 5 wire haired terriers), and wonderful story teller. He had a colourful sense of humour and some memorable jokes that will likely live on. He was so grateful for his loving wife, Barb, who was a supportive, guiding partner in life and the center of his universe. Family meant everything. As he often said, “I am the luckiest guy in the world.” A private celebration of Norm’s well lived life will be held by his immediate family. If wished, memorial donations may be made to the Hamilton Airforce Club in Dundas, ON.
Passed away peacefully at Wentworth Lodge on Thursday, July 1, 2021. Loving and dedicated husband of Pat for 65 years. Fred will be remembered and loved dearly by his daughter Lisa (David Burton); sons Mark (Sue) and Scott (Christine); 6 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; brother Peter (Peter); sister-in-law Kay Laurie and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his parents George and Stella and brothers-in-law James and William Reader. Fred was a long time resident of Dundas who was involved in the Police Minor Hockey League, Little League Baseball, Dundas Figure Skating Club, Hydro Bowling League, dundas parades, just to mention a few. He was a member of the RCL, Branch #36 and the Hamilton Air Force Club. He retired from Hydro One in Dundas in 1988. Special thank you to all the staff on Liliac Lane at Wentworth Lodge. At this time, cremation has taken place and a celebration of Fred’s life will be held when all those who knew and cared for him can gather to remember him. If you so wish, donations to the Salvation Army or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by Fred’s family.
Passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 24th, 2021 at the age of 89. Bill will be missed dearly by his daughter Rene and son Bill (Carol). He also leaves behind his brothers Max and Reen and sisters Rita and Ann. Bill was born in the Netherlands in 1932. After World War II, the family moved to Suriname and then eventually settled in Dundas. He worked at Jackson’s Bakery and Bertram’s in his twenties, before opening his grocery store “Bill’s Quality Foods”. He continued to run his grocery store until his retirement in 1994. Bill and Gwen enjoyed their retirement spending time in Florida and travelling around the world. They made friends on every cruise they went on and knew so many people in the Garth Trails community and Dundas. He experienced an emotional struggle after losing Gwen, his wife of 62 years, in 2019. Though in his last year he bounced back to his usual happy and positive self living at Highgate Residence in Ancaster. Heartfelt gratitude for the compassionate care and kindness Bill received from the wonderful staff at Highgate, who made him feel like family during a difficult year. Cremation has already taken place and a Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice or a charity of your choice.
Art has concluded his decade long struggle with Alzheimer Disease, in his home at the Ridgeview Long Term Care, on June 25th, 2021. Art is survived by his wife of 64 years, Carolyn (nee McCartney) and by his son Kevin (Paulette) James of Rockton, as well as daughters Janice (Paul) Mitchell of Uniondale Ontario, Joanne (Barry) Dawson of Fort Qu’Appelle Saskatchewan and Kristine (George) Leach of Mount Hope Ontario.
Also survived by grandchildren Vicky and Kirk James; Effie (Mathew) Koshy, Russ, Keith and Natalie (Mauro) Mitchell; Justin and Ryan (Makayla) Dawson, Amanda (Shad) Gulbranson and Ashlee (Kyle) Gurr; Branden and Tyler (Cortney) Leach plus 8 great-grandchildren.
Art was the youngest and last surviving child of Vera and Gordon James. He was predeceased by brothers Bert (Dorothy), Carl “Rusty” James and sisters Marion (Ken) Hood and Dorothy (Alec) Mackenzie. He is survived by his in-laws Myrna James, Ken (Chris) McCartney and Karen (Mike) Landers, as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Born on the family farm, during a blizzard, Art lived most of his adult life in the village of Rockton. As a general contractor, Art worked on hundreds of new construction and renovation projects, eventually partnering with his son to form KevArt Construction. Art and Carolyn were very active in their community, as members of Rockton United Church and filling many positions in support of the Rockton’s World Fair which included Art serving a term as President of the fair board. Art had a 40 year career as a volunteer firefighter which saw Art rise to the rank of Fire Chief at the Rockton Fire Station.
A real life “Red Green”, Art was known for his innovative repair jobs and inventions, most of which invariably included duct tape. He leaves behind a large collection of miscellaneous items and half finished projects, many of which are of unknown origin, value or purpose. His outgoing personality along with his spontaneous approach to life plus genuine interest in other people, allowed Art to make friends easily and permanently. He could always be relied on for a warm greeting and helping hand.
A testimony to his character is this; “Art James is a man who gave more than he took and leaves this world a better place because he was here.”
The family wish to thank the staff at Ridgeview LTC Home, especially Rev. Lola and nurse Kenroy. Due to COVID restrictions, a private family funeral will be held on June 30th. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations, in Art’s memory, to: Friends of St. Alban’s Church and the Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton, Halton