Dec 9, 2013 |
December 17, 1918 – December 8, 2013
Hammond, Louie “Lou” – Passed away peacefully with his family at his side on December 8, 2013, nine days before his 95th birthday. Beloved husband of Betty Hammond for 68 years. Loving father to Neil Hammond (Isabel), Heather Saunders (Wayne), and Jean Dingwall (Michael). Cherished Grandpa/Papa to Andrew (Nora), Diana (Victor), Scott, Ryan and Lindsay (Alex). Great-grandpa to Patrick and Declan. The family will receive friends on Wednesday afternoon and evening from 2-4 & 6-8 at the Cattel, Eaton & Chambers Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, where the Service for Lou will be held Thursday morning at 11 o’clock. Cremation has taken place. The family would like to thank the staff at Dundas Retirement Place for the care and compassion that Lou received. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Dundas Retirement Place or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
Dec 6, 2013 |
September 6, 1951 – December 4, 2013
Rohrmoser, Joachim “Yogi” – It is with great sadness that the family of Joachim Rohrmoser announces his passing. Joachim died on Wednesday, December 4, 2013 at the age of 62 years, peacefully with his family at his side. He is survived by his brothers Karl (Pat), Fred (Debbie), Martin (Evelin) and his sisters Kerstin (Doug) and Elke. He is predeceased by his parents, Hans and Ilse Rohrmoser, his brother Uwe and his sister, Dagmar. Dear uncle to Colin (Gina), Lara (Steve), Tanya, Erik (Jessica), Kyra (Matt), Deirdre (Allan) and Clayton (Bethany). Great-uncle to Connor, Blake, Jonathan, Timothy, Gavin, Jacob, Ryan, Madelaine and Patrick. Yogi, as he was known by his many friends, workmates and family, will be missed by all. Special thanks to the staff and doctors at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton for their loving support and care. Cremation has taken place.
Dec 5, 2013 |
ADAMS, Sarah (nee Local) – Peacefully at Wentworth Lodge on December 5th, 2013, shortly after her 99th birthday. Beloved wife of the late William (1962). Loving mother of David (Linda) and Gail Poole (Wayne). Proud grandmother of Douglas (Cindy), Patricia, Erin and Ryan (Giada). Great-grandmother to Sean & Brendan. Step great-grandmother to Erin, Andrew and Stephanie; step great-great-grandmother to Emmalie. Loved by her many nieces and nephews. Sarah was a devoted member of St. John/St. Andrew Presbyterian Church for over 70 years. She enjoyed travelling, golfing and lawn bowling, but most of all she enjoyed her family and friends and gave generously of herself to both. Sarah’s quiet dignity, gentle manner and wisdom will be missed. Cremation and a private service have taken place. A celebration of Sarah’s long life will take place on January 18th, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, 23 Melville Street, Dundas. The family would like to thank the staff of Beech Ave. – Wentworth Lodge and Dr. Johns for their care and compassion, especially in Sarah’s final days. Memorial donations may be made to Wesley Urban Ministries, Wentworth Lodge or the charity of your choice.
Nov 30, 2013 |
Groth, Wanda – (nee Bluemke) in her 91st year, went to be with her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ on November 30, 2013. Preceded by her dear husbands (Rudolf Brucker, World War II) and Otto Groth. Dear mother of Trudy Kastrau (Hamilton); Hilda Krueger (Klaus) (South Carolina); Rosemarie Goos (Jim) (Pembroke) and the late Bernard Groth. She will also be missed by her sisters Emma Hapke (late Edward), and Rosamund Schachtschneider (late Robert) and sister-in-law Natalie Bluemke (late Ewald). She was a wonderful Oma to seven grandchildren and an Urgross-Oma to eight. Wanda will also be missed by many in Canada, United States and Germany. Friends will be received by the family on Monday evening from 6-9 p.m. at the Cattel, Eaton & Chambers Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, where Wanda’s Service will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. Interment Grove Cemetery, Dundas. A special thank you to the nursing staff of St Joseph’s Villa (Primrose). As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Alzheimer Society, St. Joseph’s Villa or St. John’s Lutheran Church.
Nov 28, 2013 |
July 24, 1934 – November 27, 2013
Herfst, Hugo – Suddenly, the Lord took unto Himself, our dear Husband, Father and Opa on Wednesday, November 27, 2013. Beloved husband of 57 years to Margaret and loving father to: Elizabeth (Gord Vandenbeukel) of Boston; ON, Ken (Jackie) of Guatemala; Marlene (Harry Leegstra) of Brantford; Robert (Hope) of Campbellford; Yvonne (Albert Boekestein) of Dundas; Joanne (Evert Winkels) of Brantford and Eva (David Robinson) of Cambridge. Loving Opa to 32 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Hugo is survived by 2 brothers and 5 sisters. Predeceased by 3 brothers. Friends will be received by the family on Friday afternoon and evening from 2-4 & 7-9 at the Cattel, Eaton & Chambers Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. The Funeral Service will be held Saturday morning at 10 o’clock at Ebenezer Free Reformed Church, Weir’s Lane, Dundas. Pastor Bilkes officiating. Interment Mt. Zion Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy to the Trinitarian Bible Society or Rehoboth Christian School would be appreciated. Flowers gratefully declined.
Nov 24, 2013 |
Winder, John William (“DOC”) – Suddenly on Sunday, November 24, 2013 John passed away at home, now to be joined in the loving of arms of his wife Maureen (2012). Dearly loved and missed by his daughter Terry Winder-Sholer (John Sholer). Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Joshua and Jamie (JJ) Sholer, great-grandson Tyler Sholer, brother-in-law Ronald Hodgman (Louise) and nephews Derek Hodgman and Bruce Hodgman (Tracey Starr). A very special thank you to Chantale LaRocque for her care and friendship over the past year. John was a graduate from Bishops University in Lennoxville, Quebec. He was employed as a Chemist at Firestone for over 20 years. Proudly he was a 32nd Degree Mason and member of the Dundas Valley Lodge for over 50 years. Friends will be received by the family on Friday evening from 7-9 p.m. at the Cattel, Eaton & Chambers Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, where John’s Service will take place on Saturday afternoon at 2:00. Masonic Service 9:00 p.m. Friday night following visitation. Cremation has taken place. Interment at a later date. In kindness, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Diabetes Association
would be appreciated by the family.
Nov 24, 2013 |
January 28, 1924 – November 23, 2013
Southall, Wilma Manning (nee Dixon) – Surrounded with the love of her family, Wilma Southall, beloved wife of the late John M. (Jack) Southall, passed away at Wentworth Lodge on Saturday, November 23, 2013, in her 90th year. Loving mother of John (Jack, Jr.); Ellen; Janet; Marnie & David Strauch; Cathy & John Woodley. Proud Nana of Jay Southall; Lee (Tony) Rumleskie; Sherri (Anthony) Cassano; Jessica & Anna Southall-Millward; Jennifer Evans; Jeffrey (Jennifer) Strauch; Amy Beth (Paul) Ksiazek; Jacqueline (Julien Patenaude), Rebecca & Andrew Woodley. Great Nana to Zoe & Jackson Rumleskie; Sophie & Lily Cassano; James & Emily Ksiazek & Henri Patenaude. A Graduate of McMaster & of Wilfred Laurier Universities, with a Masters of Social Work, Wilma completed her career as Director of Social Work at St. Joseph’s Villa, Dundas. A life long resident of Dundas, Wilma was an active member of St. James’ Anglican Church; a Dundas Town Councillor 1988-1997; Past Chair of the Dundas Museum Board and a member of the Dundas Travel Club. If desired, donations may be made to the St. James’ Anglican Church Memorial Fund or to St. Matthew’s House. Visitation will take place at Cattel, Eaton & Chambers Funeral Home, 53 Main St., Dundas on Tuesday, November 26th from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The Funeral service will take place Wednesday, November 27th, 2013 at 1 p.m. at ST. JAMES’ ANGLICAN CHURCH, 137 Melville St., Dundas.
Nov 20, 2013 |
August 26, 1958 – November 18, 2013
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Thomas Andrew Charman, in his 56th year, at St. Joseph’s Hospital on November 18, 2013. Beloved son of the late John D. (Jack) and Carolyn Ann Charman. Also predeceased by his sister Carol and nephew Anthony. Loved brother of David (Susan) and best friend to his sister Sue Church. A treasured uncle to Gary Church (Lisa), Chris (Selena), Jennifer, Shanne (Ty) and Beau Barrett. Special great-uncle to his numerous great-nieces and nephews. Tom will be greatly missed by all of his family as well as his extended family at the Good Shepherd McGinty House where he resided. Tom was well known for his great love of fishing and his kind and thoughtful demeanour towards everyone he knew. The family wishes to thank the caring and compassionate staff of Good Shepherd McGinty House, as well as the staff of St. Joseph’s Hospital Unit A-2 and the St Joseph’s Emergency department. Visitation will be held at Cattel, Eaton and Chambers Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas (905-628-6412), on Friday, November 22, 2013 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m, where the funeral service will take place on Saturday, November 23, 2013 at 10 a.m. Interment following the funeral at Grove Cemetery, York Road, Dundas. Friends and family are welcome to attend a reception following the Funeral at Knox Presbyterian Church, 23 Melville Street, Dundas. In kindness, donations to the Good Shepherd HOMES program would be appreciated by the family.
Nov 15, 2013 |
July 17th, 1946 – November 15th 2013
B.Sc Chemistry – McMaster University.
Physiotherapy – SMR, University of Manitoba.
Former President of the Ontario Physiotherapy Association.
It is with great sorrow, and solace that we celebrate Doug in his passing. He was a quiet, caring, and loyal man with a generous heart, and loving personality. He taught us how to be a fighter without ever being angry, or raising his voice. Doug accepted his struggle with Huntington’s Disease with tremendous dignity. His strength and courage was both inspiring and humbling. Doug leaves behind his dear and devoted wife of 44 years, Anna, whom was always at his side. Loving father of Mark (Shileen), who gave him continuous joy and shared many wonderful memories onboard the train. He is also survived by his loving, and nurturing mother, Marie Sampson; his wonderful siblings Dan (Jan), Scott (Joanne), Laura (Kent Ginther). Loving brother-in-law of Peter Rappazzo (Iole), and sister-in-law Sundae O’Sullivan (Terry). Doug is predeceased by his father John Sampson, stepfather Larry Kilgour, and in-laws Santo (Carmela) Rappazzo. Doug will be missed by all his nieces and nephews. Sammy was blessed with a legion of friends, including Bill, Denis, Barb, cruising buddies, and his best man Wayne Cummings, who continued to comfort, guide and entertain him for many years. Upon retirement Doug was steadfast at completing the weekly NY Times crossword puzzle with his mother and Larry. He will be remembered most for his keen mind and continuous travel adventures. The family expresses the utmost gratitude to the staff at the Valley Trail unit at St. Joseph’s Villa, for their kindness, respect and support; especially Chaplin Beverly, Elaine, Devy, Marilou, Annette and Dr. Kronenwald. Friends will be received by the family on Monday afternoon and evening from 2-4 & 6-9 at the Cattel, Eaton & Chambers Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. Funeral Mass Tuesday morning at 10 o’clock at ST, AUGUSTINE’S CHURCH, 58 Sydenham Street, Dundas. Cremation has taken place. Inurnment Gates of Heaven Cemetery. Prayer Service Monday evening at 8 o’clock in the Funeral Home, followed by a Eulogy. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy to the Huntington Society of Canada would be appreciated by the family.
Nov 12, 2013 |
October 6, 1987 – November 9, 2013
Kavanagh, Dakota Luke
– Suddenly in Toronto on Saturday, November 9, 2013, at age 26. Beloved
son of Susan Cauchy and the late Michael Kavanagh and loving brother of Wade.
Grandson to Jocelyn Kavanagh and Elize Hartley. Dakota will be sadly missed by
his “second” mother Dawn Rivard (Ted), his aunts, uncles, cousins and
many friends. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday evening from
7-9 and Friday afternoon from 12 until Dakota’s Service at 2 o’clock at the
Cattel, Eaton & Chambers Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. Interment
Woodland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Nature Conservancy of
Canada would be appreciated.
