Oct 29, 2019 |
July 9, 1934 – October 27, 2019
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our sweet mother Patricia (Pat). Pat died peacefully at Shalom Village, West Hamilton, on Sunday, October 27th. Predeceased by her husband Max, her parents, Bob and Kitty Wilson, and her sisters, Kay, Violet, Frances and Irene. Loving mother to Bob and Judy Taylor and Lisa and Steve Nicholson. Cherished grandmother to Leah, Zachary and Kara. Also survived by her sister Audrey Lightfoot and her nieces and nephews. Pat’s family meant everything to her, she was an amazing wife, mother and grandmother. In her own way, she was a witty lady with a contagious little laugh and cute smile. Special thank you to the wonderful staff at Shalom Village for their compassionate care, we cannot thank you enough. Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St. Dundas, on Saturday, November 2, from 1-3p.m. for a Celebration of Pat’s Life. Donations can be made to Shalom Village.
Oct 27, 2019 |
September 5, 1952 – October 27, 2019
Passed away on Sunday, October 27 at the Haldimand War Memorial Hospital in Dunnville in his 68th year. Predeceased by his parents Henry and Alma Eagle. Beloved husband of Rosemary (nee Neal), and loving brother to Dave (Debbie) and Don (Shirley), and brother-in-law to Brenda Stewart (Gil), Nancy Benoit and Christine Swioklo (Kurt). Sadly missed by his numerous nieces and nephews. John was an a Ham Radio enthusiast. Friends are invited to a Celebration of John’s Life on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at 2 o’clock at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, followed by a reception next door at the Cattel Centre. Donation to McMaster Children’s Hospital would be appreciated by the family.
Oct 25, 2019 |
July 20, 1929 – October 21, 2019
Peacefully at St. Joseph’s Villa on Monday, October 21, 2019, at the age of 90. Predeceased by her husband, Ronald (2010). Loving mother to Marion Bailey (Bob) of Brantford, Jennifer Settle of Hamilton, Alan (Lenore) of Dundas and Beth Kelly (Bob) of Bracebridge. Betty will also be missed by her grandchildren, great grandchildren, her nieces and nephews as well as good friends. A special thanks to staff at St. Joseph’s Villa who loved her and cared for her daily physical needs. Cremation has taken place. Visitation Sunday, November 10, 2019 at 1 o’clock followed by a Memorial Service at 2 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. On Betty’s request, expressions of sympathy to Ronald McDonald House would be appreciated.
Oct 18, 2019 |
September 22, 1925 – October 18, 2019
Passed away peacefully at Juravinski Hospital on October 18, 2019 in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late John (Jack) Nunn. Loving mother to Myrna (Andrew) Dyment, Mavis (Tom) Currie, and Brad (Veronica) Nunn. Caring grandmother to Adam, Beth, Hannah, Ian, Cody (Liane) and great-grandmother to Emily Marie Nunn. Sister to Elwood Hibbard and Lawrence Hibbard. Predeceased by her infant son, David, her grandson Michael Dyment, brother Gerald Hibbard, and sister-in-law Audrey Warner (William). Thelma was a member at Knox Presbyterian Church in Dundas and a former elder and choir member at McNab St. Presbyterian Church in Hamilton. Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St, Dundas, on Friday, October 25, from 7-9 p.m.. A Memorial Service will take place at the funeral home on Saturday, October 26, at 1:00p.m.. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Neighbour to Neighbour – Tutoring Program or Knox Presbyterian Church (St. Thomas) – Rodney Outreach Fund.
Oct 14, 2019 |
November 25, 1932 – October 13, 2019
Ed West passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 13, 2019 in his 87th year. Ed was born in Woodstock on November 25, 1932, where he grew up with his four brothers, Jim, Sherman (predeceased), William (predeceased) and Bernard (predeceased). He is survived by his sister-in-law Carol and several nieces and nephews. After graduating from St. Jerome’s College in Kitchener, Ed attended St. Peter’s Seminary in London, Ontario after which he taught school for several years on St. Vincent Island in the Caribbean. On his return to Canada, Ed had a very successful career as a Supervisor for over 25 years with the Canadian National Railway. On his retirement Ed went on to serve his church, St. Augustine’s, in many ways including instructing and scheduling the altar servers for 20 years. For over 50 years Mr. West served his church and community in his adopted Town of Dundas, Ontario. He was on the executive and participated on many community organizations including the Dundas Public Library, St. Augustine’s Basketball League, Dundas Little League Baseball, Dundas Minor Baseball League, Dundas Minor Hockey Association and the Dundas Blues Jr. C Hockey Team. He was also a friend to those who needed a friend and a strong supporter of anyone he knew that was in distress or need. As a result of his contributions to the community, Mr. West was voted Dundas Citizen of the Year in 1982. Ed enjoyed studying Latin and Irish Gaelic, music, The CBC and travelling both here in Ontario and abroad to Rome, Italy and Dublin, Ireland. Visitation to celebrate Mr. West’s life will be held at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas on Wednesday, October 16, from 6-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at ST. AUGUSTINE’S CHURCH, 58 Sydenham Street, Dundas on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Cremation to follow. A special thanks to George, George and Art and to the Nurses and Staff on Oak Grove at St. Joseph’s Villa. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Joseph’s Villa Foundation, or the charity of your choice is appreciated.
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Oct 13, 2019 |
December 3, 1940 – October 11, 2019
Suddenly, on October 11th, 2019, at home. Second daughter of the late Fr. Paul and Erika Busing. Beloved wife of Reverend Canon Peter Davison and mother of Christopher (Petra Schennach), Justin (Irene Robinson-Davison) and Timothy (Lori Davison). Loving grandmother of Ainsley, Samuel, Nicholas, Mikayla, Matthew and Lauren, and devoted aunt to many members of the extended Busing and Birkett families. Loving sister of Susanne Davidson (Jim), Thomas Busing (Diane), Monica Patten (John), Nicholas Busing (Cathy), Barbara Busing (Norman Read) and sister-in-law to Barbara and Richard Birkett. Affectionately known by many as ‘Bini’, Sabine was born in Oxford, England, during the “blitz” of World War II. With her parents and siblings she immigrated to Canada in 1949. As Peter’s devoted wife, she lived, worked, volunteered, raised and supported their family in St-Jean-Iberville, Quebec; Aylmer, Quebec; Vancouver, British Columbia; London, Ontario; and, Vernon, British Columbia. She and Peter moved to Dundas, Ontario, in 2012. Sabine was a gifted cook, an ardent gardener, a gracious host, a lover of her family, and a devoted friend. May she rest in peace. Service and Celebration of Life will take place at St. James Anglican Church, 137 Melville Street. Dundas, Ontario at 2 p.m. on Friday, October 18th, with visitation at the church from 12:30 p.m. and a reception following. Memorial donations may be made to the Peter and Sabine Davison Fund, The Guelph Community Foundation; St. James Church, Dundas, Ontario; All Saints Anglican Church, Vernon, British Columbia; or to a charity of your choice. Flowers gratefully declined.
Oct 10, 2019 |
At age 98, died at Wentworth Lodge in Dundas, Ontario on August 27, 2019. Elma was born in Rosebush, Michigan, to George House and Grace Wiley House. A graduate of Central Michigan University with a BA in Education, Elma was a dedicated teacher who received numerous awards for her work – including the Jennings Scholar Award and the Valley Forge Teacher’s Medal.
She met and married her husband Ted Stanway from Toronto, Ontario, while he was working for the British Air Commission during WWII. Elma and Ted lived in both the US and Canada throughout their lives. The majority of their working careers were spent in Wadsworth, Ohio where they raised two children, Linda and Edward, and Elma pursued her education career with love and dedication. After her retirement she enjoyed sewing, collecting Royal Doulton figurines and glassware, and writing. Elma believed strongly that learning and teaching should continue throughout your lifetime and she never stopped reading and learning.
Elma will be greatly missed by her daughter, Linda Stanway, her grandchildren Rhiannon Maton, Timothy Maton and Kathryn Grace Maton (Eric Seguin) as well as her darling great-grandchildren Cedric and Felix. Her greatest love was her family. She was preceded in death by: her beloved husband Ted, son Edward Stanway, her sister Florence Van Buskirk and brother in law Gerald Van Buskirk.
Thank you to the staff at Wentworth Lodge for their care and compassion. At Elma’s request, cremation has already taken place. There will be a memorial service on November 8, 2019 at St Paul’s United Church in Dundas at 2 p.m. to celebrate her life. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Food4Kids.
Oct 6, 2019 |
February 27, 1924 – October 6, 2019
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our Mom, Elfriede Breitmaier (Klinger). She was a beautiful person both inside and out. Mom always put her family first and loved her family dearly. Elfriede had a number of accomplishments. She worked as a seamstress in a sewing factory before dedicating herself to being a homemaker and taking care of all of us. She was an accomplished gardener, baker, pastry chef, and prided herself on cooking everything from scratch. Elfriede also enjoyed swimming, biking, walking, and of course, dancing. She loved living in Point Clark in the summer and spending winters in Florida. She is predeceased by her husband (Gordon Breitmaier). Loving mother to Janet Breitmaier and Rein (Char) Breitmaier, and loving Oma to two generations Robyn (Luigi) Bruni and their children, Keele, Tiziano and Idina, and Taryn Breitmaier and son Dexter, sister to Ed Klinger. Predeceased by her parents Samuel and Emma Klinger. A celebration of life will take place at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St. in Dundas, ON, October 16, 2019 with visitation at 1pm, and a service at 2pm.
Sep 27, 2019 |
August 20, 1934 – September 25, 2019
It is with much sadness that the family of Bob Cruickshanks announces his passing, Wednesday October 25, 2019. Bob died peacefully after a very short illness. He and Kathleen (Johnstone) were married for almost 63 years. Together they enjoyed a busy life with family and friends travelling to parts near and far until his memories and abilities were sadly and slowly taken away by vascular dementia.
Family was everything to Bob. He will be sorely missed by his brother Paul (Rosemary) and was predeceased by his sister Claudene Stafford (Richard). He was the loving father of Sandra (Tom McCauley), Donald (Sharon), Steven (Kathryn Smithyman), Craig (Marianne) and Timothy (Heather). His grandchildren always enjoyed adventures with him: Iain (Krista Schneider) and Lauren McCauley, Jay (Shawna) Irvine, Tracy (John) McKinnon, Kevin (Sarah) Cruickshanks, Erinn (Mark) Honeycutt, David (Allie) Kanters, Devan and Brody Cruickshanks. Loved grandson Joel Cruickshanks predeceased his grandfather. He was Great Grandpa to Ethan DiSciullo, Alec McKinnon, Emma Honeycutt, Eli Honeycutt, Quinn Cruickshanks and Rose McCauley Schneider.
He started his working life at the Federal Income Tax Department and then to sales with Westinghouse Canada. He was called to teaching where his contributions were honoured throughout the years. During his 32-year career he positively affected the lives of thousands of Hamilton public school students – in the classroom, as a Phys Ed teacher and, finally, as a Guidance Counsellor. He was also a teacher and Co-ordinator of the Hamilton Summer Skills program.
Bob was the life of any party, the spark in so many events, the person who took every opportunity to bring people together. He regularly took the whole family for overnights at hotels for swimming, eating, games and birthday cake. He and Kathleen packed up their three parents (Claude and Verna Cruickshanks and Kathleen Johnstone) to Barbados and driving trips to both Canadian coasts. He oversaw the Cruickshanks Family Reunions for years. He played basketball and volleyball until his knees finally said “stop”.
He was born into the Binkley United Church family, was a loyal member of the Landmark/Doric Lodge for more than 50 years, a 10-year volunteer with Ronald McDonald House, and a member of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats Alumni Association due to his career with the Brantford Tigers B football team. A McMaster graduate, he was an active member of the McMaster Alumni Gallery Committee. He volunteered with the Hamilton Wentworth District School Board Archives and the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry Archives. He supported local events by volunteering at track and swim meets as well as the Ford World Curling Championships and the Grey Cup both of which took place in 1996.
The family is grateful for the care he received from the staff of Valley Trail at St. Joseph’s Villa since early 2015. They are also thankful to those who supported Bob and Kathleen as his health declined.
Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St, Dundas, on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 from 2-4p.m. & 7-9p.m.. A funeral service will be held at Binkley United Church, 1570 Main St. W., Hamilton, on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at 11:00a.m.
In honour of Bob’s life, you are welcome to consider a donation to the Cruickshanks and Johnstone Family Social Sciences Award at McMaster University, the Michael Johnstone Collection at the Hamilton Public Library or the charity of your choice.
Sep 27, 2019 |
February 15, 1921 – September 24, 2019
Predeceased by his dear wife Madeline Judd Gadson and friends Violet Emslic and Bernadette Bolton and sister Irene Greyory. Loved father of Dr. David Wilcox (Elizabeth) and Marilyn Jordon. Grandchildren, Heather Rubio (Mipzon), Julie Clark (Aaron), Krystal Jordon, Jason (Scott), Jordon and great-grandchildren Nathaniel and Eli. Missed by nieces and nephews and Stickle family, McMillan family and McKrigin family. A special thank you to the staff at St. Peter’s Hospital for their excellent care of Gordon. Cremation and a private interment have taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Assistance Program would be greatly appreciated.
