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.
After a life very well lived, Frank passed away peacefully in his 88th year at the General Hospital in Hamilton surrounded by family.
Frank was born to Marietta (nee Mostacci) and Eugenio Cipriani in Collarmele, Italy before emigrating to Canada in 1957.
Devoted and loving Husband for 60yrs to Eileen Cipriani (nee Sawicki), Father and mentor to Marco Cipriani (Marnie) and Patrizio Cipriani, and a doting Nonno to Bianca Cipriani whom he cherished and treasured every day. Frank was a dependable and generous Brother and Uncle to many nieces and nephews in Italy and Canada.
Frank became a Certified Engineering Technologist shortly after arriving in Canada. This led to an active career across Canada, leading the development of critical infrastructure projects that connected cities and improved intercity transportation. Leading the reconstruction of the Clairmont Access solidified his presence in Hamilton, and catapulted him into life of entrepreneurship until he retired prior to his passing.
Frank will be greatly missed. He was always willing to support and mentor anyone without hesitation. His advice as a husband, father, and grandfather was always personally engaging and a comfort that will be missed.
The family is saddened to acknowledge the death of Charles “Chuck” William Scott on Sunday, August 18th, 2024 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton, ON, in his 95th year. Devoted husband of Phyllis Ella Irene (Thompson) since 1959 now deceased (January 7th, 2022).
Much loved father of daughters, Janice Scott, Julie Tennant, son, Drew Scott and his wife Heather and grandpa to special grandson Isaac Tennant.
Brother of Marian Marie McKeown, Burnaby, BC (deceased 2019).
Chuck’s career as teacher and principal with the Hamilton Board of Education spanned 37 years, retiring from Hess Street School in 1988. He immediately took up curling at the Dundas Granite Curling Club and progressed to participation in local bonspiels. Chuck and Phyllis were very active after retirement being members at Sackville Hill Seniors and the Hamilton Tartan Social Club. He and Phyllis also began dance lessons in a variety of genres including ballroom, round dancing, line dancing, square dancing, sequence dancing, Scottish country and contra dancing. Although Chuck and Phyllis loved to dance, Chuck always laughed and said he was “the master of none”.
Chuck and Phyllis were long-time members of Ryerson United Church, Ancaster and Chuck volunteered at Wesley Urban Ministries (W.U.M.) for a number of years. For those who wish, in lieu of flowers, a donation to W.U.M. or The Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Please join us for a Celebration of Life for both Charles and Phyllis to be held at Ryerson United Church, Ancaster on Saturday, September 21st, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. with reception to follow in the Fireside room.
Cremation has taken place, and a private family interment will be held at a later date.
**A memoriam for Phyllis is being held in conjunction with her husband, Chuck, as services were limited in January, 2022 due to Covid. The family has invited anyone who wishes to join them for the Celebration of Life and the Fireside Room following for fellowship, memories and light refreshments.**
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. John Fawcett at St. Joseph’s Villa, Dundas, ON, on August 14th, 2024 in his 88th year.
John was predeceased by his parents, Dr. John Fawcett of Hamilton and Marjorie (Edgar), Owen Sound.
John is survived by his wife of 63 years and best friend, Mary (Richardson) and his sons, Dr. Peter Fawcett, Albuquerque (Diane), Dr. Jim Fawcett, Halifax (Joanna) and Donald Fawcett, KC, Toronto. John was predeceased by his youngest son Douglas (Angela).
John dearly loved his eight grandchildren and was very proud of their accomplishments: John and William of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Katie, Alan and Paul of Halifax, NS and Paige, Abby and Leah of Sebringville, Ont.
John grew up in Hamilton, attended Westdale High School and graduated from the faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto, Class of 1962. John practiced dentistry in Dundas, Ontario for over 30 years.
Community service was a hallmark of John’s life. John was a member of the Rotary Club of Dundas and President of the Flamborough Hockey League. John served as an Elder and trustee of Knox Presbyterian Church, Dundas and served as Chair of the Knox Day Care committee for many years. John also was a member of the Hamilton Academy of Dentistry and Chair of the Benevolence Committee of the Ontario Dental Association. In his retirement John chaired the Hamilton Housing Emergency Loan program.
John and Mary enjoyed the study and collection of antique Canadian glass and furniture with a particular focus on antiques featuring the Canadian symbols of the beaver and maple leaf. John spent many happy hours walking his golden retrievers on the Bruce trail at Rock Chapel and the beach at Southampton, Ont.
John is remembered by his friends and family for his deep interest in people, and his dry sense of humour. He will be missed by many. The family would also like to thank the staff on Willow Grove at St. Joseph’s Villa for their care and affection for John.
A celebration of John’s life will be held Friday October 11th, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St., Dundas Ontario followed by a luncheon reception at the Dundas Museum, 139 Park Street West, Dundas ON. Memorial donations will kindly be received by the St. Joseph’s Villa Foundation or the Royal Botanical Gardens.
