It is with great sadness that we share the loss of our dad, Mike Alkerton, in his 81st year. He peacefully left this world Monday, September 16 in the wonderful care of Margaret’s Place Hospice in Dundas after a long battle with COPD. Mike lived and died by his own terms, and he loved unconditionally.
Mike was true to his hometown Dundas where everyone knew him. Hockey was a big part of his life, he played with the Dundas Merchants and coached Dundas minor hockey and then played old timer hockey for many years. He loved playing golf with his buddies and they started the season every Good Friday, even in the snow!
Mike put his heart and soul into his club, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 36 Dundas, where he was a Life Member and on the Executive where he served 2 Presidential terms, and was Membership & Bursary Chairman for many years. Mike held a membership as Sergeant in the 11th field with the Hamilton Artillery Association.
Mike was a proud 50 year career member of the IBEW Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
He is survived by his loving wife Joan, his daughters Barb (Martin) & Lisa (Terry), granddaughter Becca (Richard), grandson Chris (Matt), brother Art (Jack), sister Brenda (Barry), and many extended family members and friends. Mike is predeceased by his brother Ken and sister Christine. We would like to thank so many people that supported Mike throughout the past 2 years with their kindness and compassion, and also his health care providers at St. Joseph’s Hospital Respirology team, Dr. Chan, his nurse Carly, the PSW’s, and the caring team at Margaret’s Place.
There will be a Celebration of Life held in honour of our dad at the Dundas Legion Branch 36 on Saturday, October 26, 1:00-5:00 p.m., beginning with a Legion Service at 1:00 p.m..
Born on April 13th, 1937 in a small village in Bohemia, George (Jiri) Flosman was one year old when the Nazi’s invaded Czechoslovakia. His father was a Miller, and his mother came from a politically connected family. George was the youngest of three boys and he lived in the family Mill. His parents shielded him from the worst of the Nazi occupation, and he fondly remembered his days, living and working on the farm and at the Mill. At the end of the war, freedom again reigned but only briefly and when the iron curtain descended across Eastern Europe, his family became the target of the STB, the Communist secret police, and they were forced to flee. After a time in a refugee camp in Germany, George and family emigrated to Canada. They worked on a farm until they could afford to buy their own.
No one could ever accuse George Flosman of letting the grass grow under his feet. When he was young, he became enamored of flying so after working all day on the farm, he took on extra jobs to pay for flying lessons. He wanted to build and design things, so he became an engineer. He chafed at working for others and so quit his job and started a welding/fabricating business in the early 1970s and grew it into a going concern, retiring at the tender age of 81. When Czechoslovakia finally threw off the yoke of communism, he travelled back to the land of his birth to fix up the old family Mill. Never one to be idle, George spent his spare time working to improve his community, both personally and as a member of the Optimist Club.
One of the most significant events in his life occurred while he was studying engineering at the University of North Carolina, for it was there that he met Sandra Clark. They would be married and share nearly 60 years together before her passing in 2022.
George is survived by two sons and their wives, Mike (Heather) and Rob (Meredith) and six grandchildren, Isaac, Sadie, Will, Jane, Ben and Alec. He was the very epitome of the eternal optimist. To him, there was no adversity; only challenges that could always be overcome by a little hard work, perseverance, and common sense.
George Flosman left this world on September 11th, 2024 having lived a consequential life. We are saddened by his passing and the world will be a less interesting place without him, but we must remain positive. George would insist upon it. Cause to do so can be found in the fact that we had the privilege of his company for 87 years.
A Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10a.m. Burial to follow at Grove Cemetery.
Passed away peacefully at Alexander Place on September 10, 2024 in her 95th year. Predeceased by her loving husband, of 62 years, Carl (2011) and her daughter Norma (2001). Loving mother of Lynda (George) Evans, David (Wendy), and Kevin. Caring grandmother to 4 grandchildren; Scott Evans, Chris (Charmaine), Shawn (Lisa), Nicki (Adam) Scott and 8 great-grandchildren; Hayden, Alisha, Addison, Charlie, Jensen, Danika, Spencer and Kendall. A private family interment has taken place. A special thanks for Bertram Place’s loving care over the past 10 years. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family. Please sign Meryle’s online Book of Condolence at www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.ca
Peacefully at Margaret’s Place Hospice on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 after a long battle with ALS, Chris went home to be with the Lord.
Chris was born on March 21, 1957 in Hamilton, ON. He is predeceased by his parents, Wilfred and Shirley Young and brother Douglas.
He leaves behind his wife Kate and his stepchildren Derek (Mel), Karen(Rob), granddaughter Sarah Jean, sister Nancy(Marty), sister-in-law Diane, brother in-law Tom(Kay) and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will take place on Monday, September 16th at 12pm with celebration service at 1pm at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, Ontario.
Peacefully on Sunday, September 8, 2024, our beloved father and pake went home to be with the Lord. Gerry was born on April 4, 1938 in Fryslan, Nederland. He was preceded in death by his parents Aafke and Jacob de Graaf, and brothers Louis, Andy and sister Wilma.
He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Tieteke (nee Vandervelde) and their caring children, Jeffrey, Jayson, Jerome and Tricia-Vanita (Tim Pocius), his four grandchildren Casimir, Jerome-Gelt, Famke, River and his sisters-in-law, Rudi Van Holst, Ebby Van Dyk and Kathy de Graaf.
At the family’s request there will be no visitation, however interment at Woodland Cemetery will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., followed by a Celebration of Life at First Christian Reformed Church Hamilton (on the corner of Charlton and Hess Streets) at 11:00 a.m.. Livestreaming can be viewed at https://www.firsthamilton.ca/im-new/listen-in/
With deepest sadness we announce the passing of Jan Lewis on September 6th, at the age of 72 in Hamilton, ON. She was an amazing wife to the late Paul Lewis for 41 years; the most kind and loving mother to Adi and Sam, and their partners Jeff Hunt and Christina Carvalho; adoring Grandma to Hudson, Emerson, Harper, Billie, and River. Loyal sister of Bob (Jane), Heather (Bill), Jim (Catherine), Barb (John) and Jill (Dean). Sister-in-law to Peter and Ellen Lewis and Aunt to her beloved nieces and nephews. Hilarious, honest and warm, Jan’s arrival in any room made it brighter and more welcoming than it was before. She loved road trips to Sauble Beach and card games on the covered porch. Jan always had perfectly themed gifts and cookies for all of her grandkids for every special occasion. Her hand painted cards made everyone who received one feel seen and loved. If you were lucky enough to know Jan well, her quick wit, knowing smile, and comforting hugs will be missed forever. We would like to thank the oncology team at Grand River Hospital (especially Dr. Lumsden) and the oncology team at Juravinski Hospital for aiding Jan through her journey living with cancer. Special thanks to the palliative care team at St. Peter’s Hospital for their incredible care of Jan and her family during her final days. Friends will be received at Turner Family Funeral Home, in Dundas Ontario, on Wednesday September 18th. Visitation at 10am followed by a Memorial Service at noon and a reception to follow. Remembrances to the Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmothers-to-Grandmothers Campaign, would be appreciated by Jan’s family.
Patricia Aileen Almas of Dundas, Ontario died peacefully of old age at Margaret’s Place Hospice in Dundas, Ontario on Sept. 5, 2024 in her ninety-sixth year. In the weeks leading to her passing she was surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Bob (dec.), sister to Bill Buchamer (dec)., mother of Robert (Nalini dec.), Michael, Jeffrey (dec.) and Kathryn. She will also be greatly missed by her five grandchildren: Asha and Michael Almas, Shaina Almas, Carly McElroy and Beyaz Almas.
Patricia loved everything to do with her children, home and garden. Although early on in life, she showed great promise in the business world, she gave it up to be a wife and mother. She supported her children through thick and thin drawing from a deep well of patience and love. She often recalled, with great fondness her childhood spent in Teulon, Manitoba.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St., Dundas, Ontario with a Celebration of Life to follow at 12p.m.
Sam Meiler passed away peacefully at Brantford General Hospital on September 4, 2024, at the age of 90. He was the beloved father of Leonard (Sue), Mary (Michael), and Paul (Heather), and a devoted grandfather to seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by his sister Lois (Jim) and many nieces and nephews. Sam was predeceased by his wife Dawn (née Radford, 2015), son Tony (2020), brother Blair (1996), and sister Ruth (2019) and her husband Hilton (2018). The family extends special thanks to his granddaughter Melody for her loving care.
Born in Rockton, ON, Sam moved to Highway 5 in Troy as a young boy and remained a lifelong member of the community. He farmed the family homestead and drove trucks for the family business, L & S Meiler Transport. Sam was a Past Master of the Lynden Masonic Lodge and an active member of the Ontario Trucking Association.
Visitation will take place at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St., Dundas, on Thursday, September 12, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., and on Friday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. in the chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sam’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Diabetes Foundation.
Elaine Young, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2024, in her 74th year. Born on November 12th, 1950, Elaine was known for her unwavering dedication to those she loved. She was always ready with a listening ear, sage advice, and a hearty meal, make her home a sanctuary for many. Elaine leaves behind a legacy of excellence and dedication. Elaine’s love for life was evident in everything she did. Whether she was tending to her garden or cooking a meal, she enjoyed every endeavor. Elaine is survived by her loving husband James Young, and children David Manson (grandchildren; Mackenzie and Kaylee) and Andrea Patulak (husband Timothy and grandchildren; James and Adelaide), step-children Chris Young (wife Shelley and grandchild; Gavin) Debbie Marling (husband Chris and grandchildren; Spencer and Connor) and a host of extended family and friends who will continue to celebrate her life and keep her memory alive. Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St., Dundas on Tuesday, September 3rd for a visitation from 12p.m. – 1p.m followed by a formal Celebration of Elaine’s Life in the chapel at 1p.m. Burial to take place at Parkside Cemetery following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
