May 17, 2018 |
January 29, 1925 – May 5, 2018
Measner, Donald Allen – Passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at Hamilton General Hospital, Neuroscience Ward, with his wife Josephine Meeker and his niece Wendy Nelson by his side. Born in Osceola, Wisconsin on the St. Croix River, on January 29, 1925, he was the youngest of nine siblings born to Edward and Mary (Busch) Measner, two of whom died in early childhood. He is predeceased by the others, but has many, nieces and nephews and grandnieces and nephews in Canada and the United States. He was also predeceased by William “Bill” Meeker and Edythe Meeker. His studies at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, where he studied Landscape Architecture, were truncated by the 2nd World War when he served his country in the European Theatre in France, Germany (Saarland) and Austria. His battalion returned for redeployment to the Asian Theatre when the war ended. After some time, serving as a Landscape Architect in Arlington National Cemetery, he taught Cartography in Fort Belvoir, Virginia in the Engineer School. His next posting was to Turkey, where he was assigned as a Geographic Attache on a team with the American Embassy in Turkey. The team traversed most roads in Turkey. Describing by word, map, and photograph the physical geography and human aspects of the landscape from horizon to horizon. On return to the USA he entered private life as a Cartographer and Map Editor at Rand McNally and Hagstrom in New York City. He and Jo met in graduate school at Columbia University in New York City where both were studying in the Department of Geography. He left again for Turkey where he was studying “The Role of Sugar Beets as an Economic Innovator.” During this time he lived and studied the industry in many villages in Central Turkey in the region of Kayseri. As the result of some publications in USA, claiming that North American Academics were really spies, all American academics in Turkey were forced to leave the country. After his return to USA he and Jo were married at McMaster University Chapel on June 22, 1968. They enjoyed many years of being Geographers together and theirs has been a marriage of true kindred spirits. He was active in the Thorold Horticultural Society where he was a Director and was honored with a “Life Membership”. He was also a Director on the Ontario Horticultural Society. He was awarded the Queen’s Confederation Medal for his contributions to his fellow citizens and his community. His best-loved work was as Cartographer and Map Editor on the National Historical Atlas of Canada Project, Volume II, The 19th Century which may be found in schools and libraries around the world. He was a true renaissance man; he loved people and was often called upon to help others, which he did with a great heart and caring. Cremation has taken place and there will be a private family Graveside Service for the interment of ashes, at the Meeker Family Plot in the Hamilton Woodland Cemetery. A “Celebration of Life” will take place at a later date, as also, will the interment of ashes in the Measner Family Plot in Farmington, Wisconsin.
May 14, 2018 |
September 24, 1949 – May 9, 2018
Poyner, Lynda Lee – passed away peacefully at St. Peter’s Hospital on May 9th , 2018 at the age of 68. Remembered by husband James Poyner, son John Poyner , his wife Melissa Poyner and grandchildren Trinity and Randy Richmond, step sons Raymond Poyner , his wife Debra Poyner and Timothy Poyner, sister Eleanor Emery and her husband Jim Emery and nieces Kerry, Michelle and families, and sister in law to Pat and Bob Poyner and their families. Predeceased by mother and father (Arthur and Eilleen Fuller), brother (Denis Fuller) and step daughter Lisa Wannop Poyner, missed by all other family as well. There will be no funeral service but a celebration of life will be held in June ,date to be announced. Donations can be made to the Lung Association and would be greatly appreciated by family.
May 13, 2018 |
April 13, 1923 – May 12, 2018
Passed away on Saturday May 12, 2018 at St. Peter’s Hospital in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Ralph “Donald” Wilson. Loving mother of Adrienne (Ed) Rickus, Jeannette (Bob) Baynton, and Patricia “Trish” (Don) James. Caring grandmother to David, Lee-Anne, Matthew, Stephanie, Andrew and great-grandmother to Ethan, Kellan, Cole, Madison, Grace, Jack, Ella, Bennett and Conor. Sister to May (Roy) Heslop, Bill Rayner (Predeceased) and Marie McDonough (Predeceased) and sister-in-law to Pat Rayner, Jean Wilson, Marie Wilson. Midge will also be missed by many nieces and nephews. She was a life-long member of Knox Presbyterian Church in Dundas. The family would like to give special thanks to Bertram Place for their care over the last 3 years. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday May 16 from 7 – 9p.m. at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St, Dundas. A Funeral service will be held on Thursday May 17 at 12:00p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, 23 Melville St, Dundas. In lieu of flowers, donations to Knox Presbyterian Church would be appreciated by the family.
May 9, 2018 |
August 25, 1926 – May 8, 2018
deLottinville, Joseph Bruce – With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our patriarch, Joseph Bruce, on Tuesday, May 8, in his 91st year. Bruce has gone on to reunite with the love of his life, Lillian Irene (predeceased by 8 months). Left to mourn are children, Carl (Linda), Brian (Christina) and Karen; grandchildren, Scott (Amber), Ryan (Ericka), Zachary and Sean (Margaret); and great-grandchildren, Angel, Aiden, Lily, Maya and Arya. Bruce will also be missed by siblings Ed, Joyce, Leona and Wayne plus many deLottinville and Pearson family members. Predeceased by siblings, Dorothy, Cliff, Winnifred, Blanche, Helen, Mary, Margie, Audrey, Mildred, Rita, Maude and Howard. Bruce and Lillian shared a full life on their farm on Sulphur Springs Road for over 60 years as well as working together at Bruce’s TV and Walker’s Hardware before retiring to Creekside Drive in Dundas in the past few years. Together, they helped dedicate deLottinville Park in Dundas, at the site of the farm where Bruce was raised, and were both active members of the Dundas Baptist Church and the Ancaster Historical Society. Bruce was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion and the Masonic Lodge. Special thanks to Gold Cross Home Healthcare (Sandi, Diane and Pearl), Amica, St. Joseph’s Hospital, emergency support services, residents of 4000 Creekside Drive for all the special care for both our parents and our family. Many thanks to Uncle Wayne for his unending support and companionship for Bruce in the past few years. Friends will be received by the family on Saturday, May 12 from 10 a.m. until the time of Bruce’s Service at 11 a.m. at the DUNDAS BAPTIST CHURCH (201 Governor’s Road, Dundas) with lunch to follow at the church. Private interment will take place. In lieu of flowers, donations kindly accepted for the Dundas Baptist Church “Roof Fund” or ZPFH (Zachary’s Paws for Healing).
May 3, 2018 |
June 8, 1931 – April 26, 2018
The family of Nancy Elizabeth Boswell is deeply saddened to announce her recent passing on April 26, 2018 at Hamilton General Hospital. Nancy was the beloved wife of the late Walter Edward “Ozzie” Boswell and is survived by her seven adoring children; David (Kathi), John, Caroline (David ), Jennifer, Mary ( Allen), Judy ( Mark) and Christopher ( Karen), nineteen grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and her brother and sister-in-law , Claude and Mary (Boswell) Cornu of Park City, Utah. Nancy, of Ingersoll, Ontario, was predeceased by her two brothers Ted (Janet) and Jack. Nancy will be remembered as very devoted to her family and friends with a kind and loving heart. The family wishes to thank both The Villages of Wentworth Heights and Hamilton General Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario for their recent compassionate care of Nancy. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Nancy’s life will take place on Saturday June 9, at 2:00 at The Dundas Museum and Archives, 139 Park St W., Dundas, Ont. L9H 1X8 https://dundasmuseum.ca/. Donations in Nancy’s memory can be made to The Alzheimer Society.
Apr 27, 2018 |
May 28, 1965 – April 24, 2018
Coleman, Lisa Ann (nee Binkley) – Passed away suddenly but peacefully at London Victoria Hospital surrounded by love on Tuesday, April 24th, 2018 at the age of 52. Left to mourn and celebrate her life are her loving partner Rob Latour, daughters; Lindsay (Mike) Hooper, Taylor Coleman, husband and best friend Rob Coleman. Devoted grandmother to Zachary and Jimmy Hooper. Her much loved fur babies Girly Girl and Kira. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life for Lisa will be held at a future date.
We have always and will always have each other.
Apr 26, 2018 |
February 27, 1936 – April 22, 2018
Conway, Nancy Belle (Nee Tripp) – February 27, 1936 – April 22, 2018 – Peacefully at home Nancy passed in her 83rd year. Predeceased by her husband William George. Originally from Picton, Ontario, Nancy and her husband Bill moved to Hamilton in 1961. Having various jobs in the insurance industry Nancy started her own business in 1981 until 1989. Nancy will be dearly missed by her children Randy (Helen), Dean, Shelley, and her grandchildren Marty, James, Matthew, and Hillary. Nancy loved the Ti-Cats and sitting in her backyard watching the birds, deer, and nature. Having four siblings Nancy is survived by her only brother Orman and sister Marie. Donations to the SPCA in lieu of flowers would be appreciated by the family. Celebration of life to be held at a later date. Details available through the Turner Family Funeral Home.
Apr 24, 2018 |
June 19, 1921 – April 23, 2018
Clark, Olive – Peacefully 23 April, 2018 in her 97th year. Predeceased by her husband George, daughter Jean and son William. Loving mother of Susan, Donald, Glen and Carol. Proud grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother. Widowed at an early age she devoted her life to her family. At our mothers request no service is planned.
Apr 19, 2018 |
September 15, 1940 – April 17, 2018
MacMillan, Ethel Jean (nee Towers) – Passed away on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 in her 78th year at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Beloved mother of Rick (Cindy) MacMillan and Kim (Lee) Brown and the late Terri MacMillan. Cherished grandmother to Sydney Brown, Jacob MacMillan, Spencer MacMillan, Mitchell Brown, and Terra MacMillan. Friends and family are invited to Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St., Dundas, on Monday, April 23rd from 6 – 9 p.m. A Funeral Service will take place on Tuesday, April 24th, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. at the Funeral Home. Interment St. Augustine’s Cemetery, followed by a reception at the Cattel Family Centre (next to Funeral Home)
Apr 14, 2018 |
November 24, 1925 – April 14, 2018
ODA, Sumio, Charles “Chuck” passed away peacefully after a brief illness on April 14, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Centre in Hamilton, at the age of 92. He is predeceased by his beloved wife of 50 years, Lily. He will be dearly missed by his children, Jeannine (Den), Warren (Deb) and Kelvin; his grandchildren, Kyle (Joelle), JJ (Robbie), Amy, Alaina (Bruce), Alex (Jessica), Garrett and Carlye (Ian); and his great-grandchildren, Oliver, Yuriko, Eleanor and Charlie. Uncle Chuck will be lovingly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Eternal thanks are extended to the staff of Bertram Retirement Home for their tremendous care and support, and to the staff of St. Joseph’s Healthcare Centre for their truly empathetic and dedicated service. Friends will be received by the family on Saturday, April 21st, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. until the time of Chuck’s Memorial Service at 3:00 p.m. at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Dundas Youth Chaplaincy (Routes Youth Centre),10 Market Street South, Dundas, L9H 5G4, by contacting the Centre at 905-929-0572 or at info@routesyouthcentre.ca, would be greatly appreciated.
