It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Leonard Dryden in his 91st year. Beloved husband to Gayle Sharon Dryden for over 63 years. Father to John M. Dryden (Christine) and predeceased by daughter Adrienne and son Brent. Although he will be greatly missed, we will cherish our many memories of him. We take comfort in knowing that he is finally at peace in heaven with those who have gone before him. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of John’s Life will be held on Friday, October 21st from 10:00 a.m. until the time of John’s Service at 11:00 a.m. at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. If you so wish, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
It saddens us greatly to report the death of Marion on Wednesday, August 17; her passing was as she had lived, courageous, gentle and quiet. She was born and raised in Galt and just last week said, “I started working at the knitting mill as soon as I graduated school – we all wanted to do our part for the War Effort.” She moved to Hamilton in the early 1950’s and after raising her family, returned to the work force, eventually becoming the head buyer for the Duthler’s Textiles fabric chain. It was at Duthler’s that she met and eventually married Mr. Don Paris (deceased).
They spent winters in Florida and eventually moved in to a private apartment area in the home of her daughter (Diane) and son-in-law (Ken). She loved waking up in the morning to the rural view, and to watching Diane tend to the: chickens, donkeys, goats, llamas and alpacas. Marion was extremely skilled with her hands; she stayed true to her roots by sewing, crocheting, knitting which were just some of her talents. She stayed independent almost to the end and was creative in solving her own problems – not wanting to “bother” anyone. Over the years our friends became her friends as they encountered her sweet, giving nature. With her passing we all realize that we are a little bit better for having known her. We are all grieving, but birds sing after a storm and eventually we shall too. Marion was the oldest daughter to Thomas and Alice Woods, sister to Ethel (predeceased) and Coleen. She leaves behind her: daughter Diane, and son-in-law Ken (Griffin), sister Colleen (Riddell), and nieces Lisa Cox and Lorilee Riddell-Carpenter.
Special thank you to staff of the 7th floor Stroke Recovery Unit of the Hamilton General Hospital; the care and compassion shown Marion and the family could not have been better.
Heartfelt thanks must be given to: Jennifer Kruis, Krysta Rostron, Christine Green, and Cathy Chow who consistently attended to Marion’s needs when restrictions were lifted.
A Celebration of Marion’s Life will be held on Saturday, October 15th. Please note the Service will begin at 2:00 p.m. at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. A time of fellowship will follow at the Griffin Home. In lieu of donations, please do one random act of kindness in Marion’s memory.
After a brave battle with cancer, Yolanda passed away peacefully at Juravinski Hospital on September 28, 2022 in her 61st year. On behalf of the family we would like to thank her whole team at the Juravinski for the care of our mother and sister. Loving mother to Stephanie (Andrew). Caring sister to Remy (Ann) and Errol (Terri). Predeceased by her parents Jaap “Jack” and Jantina Knol and dear friend to Dave. Yolanda enjoyed spending her free time with her Dundas Tim Hortons Crew and the loving company of her cat Rue. She loved the sunshine and fresh air of the outdoors. She will be missed by many but not soon forgotten. “I’ll love you forever, I’ll like you for always. As long as I’m living, my mommy you’ll be”. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2022 from 2-4 p.m at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, Cancer Assistance Program or Canadian Blood Services.
On Wednesday, September 21, 2022 ‘Our Queen’, Lilian Mary Searby (nee Ross) beloved wife of 60 years to the late Dennis (2007), Mother, Grandma and GG commended her spirit to our Blessed Lord. Having attained the milestone of 100 years on September 8th, she was most grateful to have received a Papal Blessing from the Holy Father, Pope Francis. Mum was the matriarch and strong role model to our large and loving family after striving to fashion her life after Mary, the Blessed Virgin to whom she was a dedicated servant. She was a mother to Christine (David), Elaine (Ron), Marie (Sam), Michael (Lynn), Paul (Nida) and Denise. Loving Grandma to Mark (Tanya), Tracey, Sandra (Kevin), the late Paul (Jenn), Jeffrey (Heather), Andrew (Julie), the late Michael, Leanne (Kevin), Ian, Gregory (Ruth), Marisa (Pat), Megan and Thomas (Kira). She will also be sadly missed by her 24 great grandchildren from whom she derived great pleasure. Mum still maintained a close relationship with her many nieces and nephews in England, her birthplace. She was a Canadian ‘auntie’ to Kevin and his family, Brian and Mary Jo. Our family will be forever grateful for the loving and compassionate care that she received at Westmount Terrace under the guidance of nurse Carrie and her staff. God was shining brightly upon us when He placed Mum in the kind and caring hands of the dedicated medical staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital in particular Dr. Neary, Dr. Macki, nurses Jean and Akweley and all of the wonderful 7th floor staff who ensured that she was comfortable and in the presence of her loving family. St. Joseph played a very strong role in Mum’s prayer life so it is fitting that she passed away peacefully in the hospital of his namesake. All who knew our wonderful mother are aware of her faithful dedication to Mary, the Blessed Mother and to her strong Catholic faith. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for our dear mother on Friday, October 14th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Augustine’s Church, 58 Sydenham St., in Dundas. A luncheon will follow at The Venetian Club, 269 John St. N., Hamilton. Mum felt truly blessed to have been the beneficiary of much of God’s beauty in her lifetime. It was her wish to offer the visually impaired the opportunity to more fully experience life with the aid of a trained guide dog. To that end, we ask that in lieu of flowers, a donation to the CNIB or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully accepted. Mum loved a ‘splash’ of color. Please feel free to wear something colorful if you so choose. Good night and God bless you, Mum. We love you and acknowledge that you have been and always will be our inspiration.
Died at St. Joseph’s Villa in Dundas, Ontario on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in her 96th year. Daughter of the late Dr. Daniel and Reba (nee Campbell) Kappele. Sister of the late Peter Kappele and his late wife Wendy of Pender Island, BC; Aunt of Danielle of Toronto and predeceased by nephew David in 2005; survived by many cousins. Many thanks to the medical professionals for keeping her afloat; to the staff and friends at Bertram Place, to the nurses and PSWs at St. Joseph’s Villa, and to Susan Bowman and Aileen Csermak for their tremendous support. Jane enjoyed travelling after retiring as a school Principal. Cremation has taken place. There will be an outdoor Memorial Service/Celebration of Life at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 27th at the Dundas Museum. And a private interment at Grove Cemetery. If wished, remembrances to Doctors Without Borders,Sleeping Children Around the World or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving and devoted husband, father and nonno on Friday, September 16, 2022. Ivan passed away peacefully, with his wife and daughters at his side, at the age of 93. Beloved husband of Lydia (nee Infanti) for 62 years. Loving father to Sandy (Mike) Powell, Lisa Zecchini and Paula (James) Mitton. Son of the late Olinto and Gemma (Lenarduzzi). Brother to Derino (predeceased) (Adelina), Sergio (predeceased) (Louise), Mario (Maxine) and Elio (Mirella). Brother-in-law to Pia (Spero-predeceased) Tisiot, Josephine (Jim) Kielty and Renato (Nancy) Infanti. Missed by many relatives here, in Italy and in Argentina. The family would like to thank Dr. LeeAnn Coren for her excellent care and compassion. Ivan was a well-respected custom home builder for many years in the Ancaster and Dundas area. His great joys included spending time with family and friends, watching Udinese soccer games and the Hamilton Tiger Cats, travelling, swimming and going for hikes and bike rides at the Dundas Conservation Area. He was a lifelong member of the Venetian Club and the Famee Furlane Club where he enjoyed playing cards and bocce and attending dinner dances. Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St., Dundas, on Wednesday, September 21 from 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A funeral Mass will take place on Thursday, September 22 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Augustine’s Church in Dundas. Cremation to follow. Donations can be made in memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Hamilton Conservation Authority.
Surrounded by her family, Mary E. Charlong passed peacefully on September 16, 2022, age, 92, at Wentworth Heights Retirement Home, Hamilton, Ontario.
Born in St. Paul, Minnesota, she was raised in Port Daniel, Quebec on the Gaspe Peninsula. She was happiest when “on the coast” and spending time at their summer home with Nigel and as many family and friends as possible.
She was a graduate of Montreal General School of Nursing, and dedicated her life in the service of others. Her career in nursing led her to Hamilton General Hospital and later the Hamilton Health Sciences where she was the first Infection Control Officer.
She was devout in her faith and a long serving member of St. James Anglican Church in Dundas. Active in her community she advocated for improved education, safe drinking water and preserving the Niagara Escarpment green spaces in the Valley community.
Mary was pre-deceased by her husband, Nigel of 54 years, and daughter, Debborrah and was the last surviving member of her Ramier family. Surviving her are her children, Donald (Karen) of Dundas, Ontario, Daniel (June) of Hampton, NB and Debborrah Porter (James) of Hudson, PQ. As well as 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the staff of Egerton Village at Wentworth Heights Retirement Home for providing a safe and caring environment filled with love and compassion.
A private family Celebration of Life will be held in Campbelltown, NB at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
Peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital on Monday, September 12, 2022. Loved husband of Patricia (nee Hunter) and father of Beth (Mark). Predeceased by his infant son, Daniel. Survived by siblings Graham, Jenny and Carmel and their families. He will be missed by the Hunter family. Flowers will be gratefully declined. Donations can be made in Jim’s memory to Kidney Foundation or Diabetes Canada. Sincere thank you to the nurses and doctors in Emergency and the step-down ICU at St. Joseph’s for their compassionate care. Visitation will be held at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, on Saturday, September 17 from 1-2 p.m., where the Service will be held immediately following. Interment to take place at Christ Church Cemetery, Flamborough.
“The Legend of Copetown” Charlie Binkley, wise and loving father, fiercely loyal friend, joyful and prank-loving brother, hard-working community member and neighbour, died peacefully on Friday, September 9, 2022. He embraced life and valued passion, curiosity, and hard work. He welcomed everyone and would help anyone. His impact on the “Hub of the Universe” (a.k.a. Copetown) will live on forever. He was a salesman by profession, but his heart was in his hobby farm; many’s the day you could find Charlie dutifully tending to his pick-your-own blueberry patch, delivering wood to the community, and butchering deer and moose for the local hunters each year. Charlie was the beloved partner of the late Barb Bishop and previously married to the late, great Georgina Binkley. Together, they raised their only daughter, Colleen Martin (Garrett). He will be sadly missed by his nephew Greg Binkley, who was like a son to him; his brother and sisters Mike, Susan and Teresa; and many nieces and nephews, who he was very fond and proud of. Predeceased by brothers Tom and Pat. Charlie has been cremated and a private family service and interment of ashes will take place. We welcome friends, family, and the community to celebrate Charlie on November 5th, 2022, 4 p.m. and onward (Copetown Community Centre, 1950 Governors Road, Dundas, ON L9H 5E3). It will be an informal celebration with his friends and family sharing stories and memories of Charlie, while raising a glass. In lieu of flowers, Charlie would love donations to the Copetown Lions Club, as he dedicated most of his adult life to the Club’s great work. Contact them at 905-628-9089.
Our beloved mother and best friend Anne Lelievre (Novosel) passed away at Norfolk Hospital Nursing Home in her 96th year on Sept. 13, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Gerard (Gerry) Lelievre (2012). Predeceased by parents George (1992) and Barbara (1997) Novosel, and sister Mary Narbonne (2019). Loving Mother to Gerry (Bonny 1999) and friend Colleen, Ron, and Rob ( Gayle, her adopted daughter). She will be dearly missed by grandchildren Samantha, Lyn-Anne, Keith (Sarah) and great-grandson Callum, John-Michael (Valerie), Melanie (Scott) and Nathan. Lovingly remembered by nieces, Barbara Dwyer, Kathy Stradwick and Patricia King, and nephew Jim Narbonne. Special friend of Jacqueline Huget. Cremation has taken place. Interment at a later date. A special Thank You to the staff at Norfolk Hospital Nursing Home for their dedicated and loving care. Donations to the War Amps would be appreciated.
