Reverend Canon Brian E, Shoesmith, BA.BTh,M.T.S.

“The Rev” is no more. He has ceased to be. Bereft of life, he rests in peace. He’s kicked the bucket, hopped the twig, bit the dust. He’s snuffed it. He’s not pining, he’s passed on. Expired & gone to meet his maker to preach atop the great pulpit in the Sky.
Thrice he sired: Geoffrey (anon.); Margaret (favorite son-in-law, Deep); Laura Howarth-Joseph (favorite daughter-in-law, Lynsie). Adored grandpa of Anu, Rayna & Lily. Husband to Margaret, Youngest brother of Ken (Gloria), Barbara Mary (Bill), Gil (Cheryl) and beloved Son of Jack & Gladys (long since passed).
The life of Brian will be celebrated in person and on YouTube, Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. at Christ’s Church Cathedral. 252 James St. North, Hamilton ON. Full Communion. Nothing too preachy, and some bits about Heaven, Hell and everlasting life. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM at the church, interment to follow at Christ Church Flamborough.
In lieu of flowers, please send gold, frankincense, or donations can be made “Christ’s Church Cathedral” and will be allocated to feed the hungry. Don’t worry too much about the myrrh. . .

SCHEFFEL, Marie Virginia (nee Lavis) 

June 14, 1925 – June 12, 2022 

Marie passed away peacefully on Sunday June 12, 2022 at Amica Retirement Home, Dundas Ontario, in her 97th year. 

Predeceased by her husband Lewis (May 2003). Also predeceased by her brother Albert Lavis, brother-in-law Edward Stewart, as well as sister-in-law and brother-in-law Helen and Cliff Scheffel. Marie is survived by her sister Victoria Stewart and sister-in-law Georgie Lavis. Loving Aunt of Ken Scheffel, Ron (Joanne) Scheffel, Susan Boughton, Sandra (Kim) Wanklin and their families. 

Marie earned her Masters in Art from McMaster University and her MA from the University of London England. She spent her career at York University working in the Rare Books library. 

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff and caregivers at Amica Dundas for their loving care and compassion. 

Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date. 

 

GIBSON, Robert James

February 23, 1928 – June 10, 2022

Bob passed away peacefully on June 10, 2022, in Dundas, Ontario with his family by his side. Beloved husband of Lorraine (nee Clark) for 67 years. Loving father of Rob (Sheila) and Marcia (Jeff). Dearly loved grandfather of Allison (Matt), Thomas (Hannah), Heather and Jesse (Dee). We will all miss him dearly.

Bob was born in Toronto and grew up in the Beaches. He moved to Sarnia in 1958 with Lorraine to raise a family and enjoy a successful career with Dow Chemical. He and Lorraine spent their retirement years in Ottawa, enjoying adventures big and small, before moving to Dundas last Fall.

Bob had a great sense of humour and a generous heart. He was a good man who was liked by everyone who knew him. Bob was also a faithful supporter of the Toronto Blue Jays & Toronto Maple Leafs, in good times and bad. He hopes they will be able to manage without him.

Bob’s family wishes to thank the health care providers at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, Home & Community Care Support Services, and Amica Dundas for the compassionate care they provided our wonderful husband, father and grandfather in the final weeks of his life.

In keeping with Bob’s wishes, there will be no services.

Kinzie, Captain Peter Grant

Passed away on June 7, 2022 in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Glenda. Loving father to Douglas (Sarah), David and Dana. Caring grandfather to Cassidy, Liam and Griffin and great grandfather to Waylon. Dear brother to Marj Shore and the late June Townsend. Pete’s love of life and globe-trotting spirit of adventure will continue to inspire for years to come. Special thanks to the caring heroes at Pearl and Pine Retirement and the Village of Wentworth Heights. Cremation has taken place.

Whetham, Erna Eileen (nee Hall)


November 23, 1924 – June 9, 2022.

Passed away peacefully at Amica in Dundas, her home for the past eight years. She was predeceased by her husband Jim (2002) and will be greatly missed by her daughter Elizabeth (Liz) (Marsha). She is survived by her sister Grace Stutt and was predeceased by brothers Jim Hall, Lorne Hall and sisters Mary Warren and Marg Eaton. She is survived by many nieces and nephews and she always took great interest in their lives, ideas and careers. She and Jim travelled to many places around the world, but she was always most comfortable at home or at their cottage in Muskoka where their door was always open to family and friends. Following her retirement from the Hamilton Region Conservation Authority she volunteered for the Cancer Society, Red Cross and Meals on Wheels. She was an Honorary Life Director of the Rockton Agricultural Society and a long-time member of Rockton United Church. Special thanks to Dr. Lenore Zou and the caring staff at Amica.

As per Erna’s wishes there will be a private graveside service at Mount Zion Cemetery, Copetown followed by a family gathering. If desired donations may be made to The Salvation Army – Dundas or Rockton United Church.

CUTLER, Richard Neil

It is with profound sorrow and tremendous love in our hearts that we announce the passing of Richard, a cherished father, son, brother and grandfather. In the early morning hours on Thursday, June 9th, 2022 at the age of 61, surrounded by his loving family at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Hamilton. He left his family on earth to be with his Heavenly family.
He will be sadly missed by family and friends.


He was the beloved father of Natalie (Johnny) and Bailey (Jonathan) and grandfather to Lillian. He was a loving son of his mother Beverley and to his twin brother Randy (Margaret).


He is predeceased by his father Terry and brother Robert (Kim).


He leaves behind his nieces and nephews, Katelyn (Trevor), Jordan (Cailen), Kyle, Emily (Joel).


Richard enjoyed playing cards as well as sports, both as a player and attending sporting events especially with the Hamilton Bulldogs and Tiger Cats.


Visitation will be held at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas ON, on Sunday June 12th from 2:00 -4:00 p.m. and on Monday June 13th at Christ Church, 92 Highway #8, Flamborough from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will follow the visitation at 1:00 p.m. in the church with Father Paul Whitehouse officiating.


Many thanks to Dr. Elia and to all the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital for their kindness and caring towards Richard.
The family will appreciate that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Society for research or to the ALS Research Fund at McMaster University, c/o Alina Vorobeitchik, University Advancement, 1280 Main Street West, One James North, Room 432, Hamilton Ontario L8S 4L8 or by phone at 905-525-9140 ext. #24224.


Rice, Constance Kathleen “Connie” (nee Amsden)

Passed away peacefully at home Sunday June 5th ,2022 in her 65th year. Beloved wife of Greg for over 40 years. Loving mother of Laura (Cam) and Joe. Proud and caring grandmother of Cooper and Carson. Sister of Donna (Ed) the late Kerri (Tom). Daughter of predeceased Bob and Joyce Amsden. Fondly remembered by niece and nephews Jim, Ron, Brandon, Courtney, Lacy, and Cody. Brother in-law Todd and sister in-law Lori will also dearly miss Connie. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service and celebration of life will take place at a later date. Donations can be made in memory to Parkinson’s or Cancer foundations.

Lipp, Alan Leon

(1946-2022)

Dad.  But also best friend, brother and gentleman.  Alan was born in California and lived many places in the United States and Canada. He counted Oklahoma, Colorado and Ontario, Canada as some of his homes; all while enjoying many friendships acquired through families, football games and holiday gatherings year ‘round.  Always a gentleman, always fun, and always with a twinkle in his eye.

He is survived by his son Michael Matthew Lipp, his daughter April Rose Lipp and his best friend, Mom Elyse. 

Dad has a big family! He has 4 brothers: Sterling (Lori), Gary (Kevin), Royce (Naomi) and Prescott with one sister: Alyssa (Tim). Step children:  Carole (Craig) Heffernan, John Koppens and Monique Koppens. Step grandchildren: Nicholas and Emily Heffernan, Jessica, Meredith and Andrew Koppens. 

We are super lucky to have had Dad in our lives and in our hearts forever—- he knew he was loved just as we know he was loved. 

Alan Lipp made a positive difference in so many lives!!! We love you! 

VANDERBEEK, Henderika (Riek)

We mourn the passing and celebrate the life of our mother and Oma who passed away on Tuesday, May 31st, 2022. Born in Zwolle, Holland, on March 24, 1924, her journey took her to Indonesia before she settled in Canada. Spending her summers on the shores of Georgian Bay gardening, painting and spending time with family, she will be dearly missed by many. Predeceased by her husband, Willem, Riek was a loving mother to Louise McFarlane (Sid), Clare (Claire), Peter (Arlene), Ron and Henry, and beloved Oma to 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

We wish to thank the staff at Wentworth Lodge and the Juravinski Hospital for their care and dedication. A graveside funeral service will be held at Grove Cemetery, in Dundas, at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 3rd, 2022, for family and friends.

Venuk, Margaret (nee Goldsmith)

Passed away peacefully on May 19, 2022 after a lenghty illness. As per her wishes, burial has taken place. Survived by her daughter Kay and her husband Fred.