Feb 3, 2017 |
July 3, 1968 – February 1, 2017
It is with deep sorrow and regret that we announce the sudden passing of our dearly loved son and brother, Kevin John, in his 49th year. Late Wednesday evening, February 1st, in Montreal, Kevin left us doing what he loved to do most: playing hockey with his buddies. Kevin had spent the past few years living and working out of Montreal for Praxair. He will be sadly missed by all of those many lives he touched throughout his own life. Kevin is the third son of Frank and Joan (nee Robinson), of Dundas. Beloved brother and best friend to Mark (Linda), Michael (Amy), and Brett. “Unky” Kev will be sadly missed and forever cherished by niece “baby” Alexa and nephew Jake “the snake”, as Kevin affectionately called them. Kevin enjoyed a rich, family oriented life and will be deeply missed by his dozens of aunts, uncles, and cousins on both the Robinson and Fama sides of the family. Thank you to the countless groups of friends that Kevin was proud to be included in at one time or another in his life. His extended Praxair work family in Paris and Montreal, and throughout North America, will miss his enthusiasm, smile, big blue eyes and energy. Special thanks to Frankie Jones, Rob McNeil, and Mark Splinter who always treated Kevin as one of their own families. Kevin had a contagious smile, dry wit, and blunt honesty which everyone knew and loved so well. There was nothing Kevin wouldn’t do to let you know just how much your friendship meant to him. He truly was one of a kind. To all the St. Mary’s friends, the Chesley Lake cottage gang, the Friday night and Sunday morning Dundas Old-timer hockey boys, past and present, and the old crew from A&P Store #102 Dundas; thanks for your support. To all of the Dundas boys, especially Donnie Higgins and Mike Kehoe, the family thanks you for your condolences and know that you were an integral part of Kevin’s wonderful life. Visitation to take place at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St. Dundas on Monday, February 6th from 2–4 pm, and 7–9 pm. Funeral service will be held at St. Augustine’s Roman Catholic Church, 58 Sydenham Street, Dundas on Tuesday, February 7th at 11:30 am. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada are welcomed by Kevin’s family.
Jan 29, 2017 |
October 2, 1922 – January 29, 2017
Ducar, Anne – Passed away peacefully with dignity in her home. Beloved mother of Brian (Sheila) Mandula and Michael Bob (Margaret) Mandula. Cherished Nana of Krista, Matthew (Kristine), Nicole (James), Michael (Veronica), David and Megan. Predeceaced by parents John and Mary Ducar and siblings Basil William and Helene Halblander. Survived by brothers Jimmie and Michael (Myra). Anne emigrated from Slovakia with her mother in 1929. She loved knitting, golf, opera, classical music and baseball. She was positive is all aspects of life and her radiant smile brightened everyones day. The family extends their deepest gratitude to PSW’s Doina, Karen and Carol. Cremation has taken place. Funeral Service will be held at Our Lady of the Assumption, 63 Highway 20 E., Stoney Creek, Friday February 3rd at 11 a.m. Internment of Ashes to follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Ancaster. Donations in Anne’s memory may be made to the Cancer Assistance Program.
Jan 13, 2017 |
May 1, 1938 – January 11, 2017
Jadeski, Robert Stanley “Bob” – It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Robert Stanley Jadeski at the age of 78, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Loving husband of Audrey and beloved father of David (Debbie), Michael (Linda) and Jennifer (Noel). Grandfather of Allison, Emily, Amanda and Robert. He was very proud of them and loved them dearly. Predeceased by his parents Teresa and Joseph Jadeski and sister Connie and her husband Murray Stockie. He will be missed by his sister Patricia (Henry), brothers Carl (Margaret) and Edward and many nieces and nephews. Bob retired from Stelco 20 years ago, after 40 years of service and had many years to devote to his woodworking, golf and helping his friends and neighbours. He created an assortment of pieces of furniture and instilled similar interests in his sons. He had a very kind and loving nature and taught his children many skills through the years. His greatest joy was his family and he will be greatly missed. If desired, a donation in memory of Bob can be made to Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice where he received kind and compassionate care. We are also very grateful to CCAC, Bayshore and our nurse Mui for their home care of Bob. Our gratitude to Dr. Lauren Woods and her staff for being available to us during this extremely difficult time. Cremation has taken place. Memorial visitations will occur Tuesday, January 17th afternoon and evening from 2-4 & 7-9 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday morning, January 18th at 10 o’clock, at ST. AUGUSTINE’S Church, 58 Sydenham Street, Dundas. A private interment will follow.
Jan 11, 2017 |
November 4, 1937 – January 10, 2016
Searle, Bill – November 4, 1937 – January 10, 2017. It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of William Henry Searle at home in St. George on the morning of January 10th, 2017 in his 80th year of life. Bill was born in Dundas, where he would reside to raise his family and leave his mark by contributing to many local organizations including, but not limited to Dundas Hockey and Ducks Unlimited. He married his lifelong partner Marilyn (Dodd) in 1959 and had three children; Bill (Shona), Tom (Rebecca) & Lesley (Rick). He was also the proud grandfather to Julia, Derek & Amanda. Bill & Marilyn later moved to St. George for their retirement years. He lived his life respectfully and although he didn’t let everyone see it, his big heart will be cherished by those he cared for including his family, friends and black labs. “Big Bill” was many things to many people but he left us with a handshake we can all remember. Visitations will take place at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas on Thursday, January 12th 7:00 – 9:00 pm & Friday, January 13th 2:00 – 4:00 pm followed by a drop in celebration of life at Shed Brewery, 65 Hatt Street, on Friday 4:30 – 7:00 pm. All are welcome. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Juravinski Cancer Centre, Ducks Unlimited Canada or a charity of your choice.
Jan 10, 2017 |
December 11, 1945 – January 6, 2017
Far too soon from this Earth, she passed at St. Joseph’s Hospital on January 6, 2017, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Born December 11th, 1945 in Guelph, she is survived by her husband of 53 years, Michael and son Michael Steven. Daughter to Lila (Stevens) and George Alexander Snaddon. Compassionate loving friend to all in her life. She worked 41 years at St. Joseph’s Hospital, the last 17 in Spiritual Care. Tirelessly giving and volunteering with IODE, Canada Flag Day (Parade Marshall), the Red Hat Society and Mrs. Claus at The Good Shepherd and Ancaster Christmas Parade. The world will miss her LIGHT and LOVE as we do. After cremation, visitation at The Turner Family Funeral Home 11am – 2:00pm Sunday January 15 followed by service @3pm. 53 Main St., Dundas. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the organizations involved in cancer research.
Canadian Cancer Research Alliance is not a registered charity but have supplied a list of organizations that are involved in cancer research. https://www.ccra-acrc.ca/index.php/about-us/members
Jan 5, 2017 |
May 4, 1924 – January 3, 2017
Fischer, Georg – Passed away peacefully at Victoria Gardens Long Term Care in Hamilton on Tuesday, January 3, 2017. Born May 4, 1924 in Birkenau, Odenwald, Germany to parents Eva and Peter Fischer. Survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Inge (Galinat) and his 4 children; Dagmar Luft (Hermann), Iris Brown (Martin), Peter Fischer(Virginia Turini) and Andrew Fischer (Nancy Fox). Sadly missed by his 10 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Predeceased by his great granddaughter Ava. Friends will be received by the family on Monday afternoon from 2-4 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Jan 5, 2017 |
April 11, 1919 – January 5, 2017
Ross, Beatrice (née Atkinson) Passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 5, 2017 in her 97th year. Beatrice was the cherished eldest daughter of Ernest Atkinson and Martha Whitney, and was the beloved big sister of Marjorie Salisbury. She was the devoted mother of the late Dr. Randolph Ross (Carlene), and grandmother of the late Sean Ross. She will be sadly missed by her granddaughters Sara (Scott), Amy (Gary), Rachel (Sonny), and Kelly (Michael), and great-grandchildren Ainsley, Maclean, Teagan, Kennedi, Rylee, Asia, Colby, Kayla, and Brady. She is also survived by numerous cousins and extended family around the Hamilton area. She was a Senior Sales Representative at Robinson’s department store with over 30 years of exemplary service, and a patriotic war bride of WWII. The family would like to thank Shalom Village Nursing Home and Susan Newton for their compassionate care. Friends will be received by the family on Saturday, January 14th from 10:30 a.m. until the Celebration of Beatrice’s Life at 11:30 a.m. at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas. Cremation has taken place. Donations in her memory can be made to St. Matthew’s House or the Hamilton S.P.C.A.
Jan 1, 2017 |
February 10, 1936 – January 1, 2017
Morton, Heather Mabel – It is with profound sadness we announce the sudden passing of Heather Mabel Morton (nee Miles) on Sunday, January 1, 2017. Surrounded by her loving family, husband Donald of 64 years and by her children Pamela (Graham) Elley, Lynn (John) Grant, Mark Morton, Daniel (Lori) Morton and Laura (Mark) Proctor. Heather will be missed always by her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, friends and fur babies. Friends will be received by the family on Tuesday afternoon and evening from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas where Heather’s Service will take place on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. A private interment will take place at Eastlawn Cemetery.
Dec 30, 2016 |
April 2, 1957 – December 26, 2016
Laurin Diane Kerr – Laurin, just 4 months shy of her 60th birthday, died suddenly in her sleep at home in Dundas on December 26, 2016. She was was predeceased by her father and mother, David and Anna Marie Kerr and her brother Brian Kerr. She is survived by her devoted husband of 28 years Ron Belcher, sons Lance Gallagher, Jamie Gallagher, his wife Melanie and grandchildren Keenan and Haylei, Adam Gallagher, his wife Michelle and grandchildren Cole and Scarlett; step-sons Rob Belcher, his wife Rachel and grandchildren Geoffrey, Hayden and Ellie, Chad Belcher, his wife Elaine and grandchildren Bethany and Curtis; brother James Kerr and his wife Jane; sister Anne Marie Joyce, her husband Danny, nephews Alex and Russell and niece Andrea; brother-in- law Bob Belcher and his wife Peggy. Laurin and Ron enjoyed over 30 years together, taking trips on Ron’s touring motorcycle, going on canoe adventures, skiing, hiking with their dogs MacKenzie, and later Lola, sharing time together at live theatre, restaurants, movies, weekend escapes and as spectators, or in Laurin’s case as a participant, at horse shows. Most particularly Laurin relished the time she was able to spend with her sons/step-sons and daughters-in-law and especially the nine grandchildren at the many family gatherings. Laurin’s singular personal passion was equestrian in particular the discipline of dressage. She would take green, young horses and train them to exceptional levels all the while improving her own riding skills. She entered many competitions in her category of rider/horse combination and almost without exception came away with the top red ribbon in her events. Laurin was an exceptional woman who consistently put everyone else’s needs above her own no matter what the situation. She was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother who had empathy and compassion for others beyond what words can describe. She constantly gave of herself both emotionally and financially to better the lives of her children and grandchildren. Laurin was a very private person and at her wish there will be no public funeral or visitation. A private gathering will be held in the near future so that her family can share their memories together and bid a final farewell. In lieu of flowers a donation in her memory to her favourite charity World Vision would be appreciated.
Dec 29, 2016 |
January 6, 1920 – December 26, 2016
Tufts – Ralph Clifford – Just shy of his 97th birthday, Ralph Clifford Tufts of Dundas Ontario passed peacefully with family by his side on Monday Dec. 26th, 2016. Loving husband to the late Eva Lily Tufts for over 61 years, and beloved father of (David – deceased) Carolyn, (Ralph Jr. – deceased), Catherine Burke (Arthur), Gail Pellow (Bruce – deceased), Blair “Tim” (Donna – deceased), Philip (Rosanne – deceased), Valerie Snelling (Russell), Ralph will be forever remembered and dearly missed by many, many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and dear friends. Ralph’s life story begins in Halifax NS on January 6th 1920 and his love for Nova Scotia, the water, and boats stayed with him throughout his life providing many wonderful memories and stories that Ralph was known to share of his adventures he cherished along the shores of Tufts Cove Dartmouth NS and Bedford Basin as a young boy. Ralph and Eva, a true love story, met in grade two, and married on April 26th 1940. After attending Dalhousie University Halifax NS, Ralph found early that he had a keen interest and natural skill with radio communication and he turned this passion into a long career. After starting out in Nova Scotia working for the government of Canada in communications (homeland security) during WWII, Ralph and Eva moved their young family to Hamilton, Ontario in 1951 for Ralph’s job with Bob Moody & Co. A pioneer in the radio and television industry, Ralph was the first DJ in the Hamilton and Burlington area spinning vinyl records at the Brant Inn during the 60’s, proudly supplying the live tunes for the opening gala at the Beverly Golf & Country Club EST. 1957. Ralph’s carrier grew in TV and Radio working for Hamilton Niagara Coaxial Co., and Hamilton Video and Sound. Ralph continued his passion in life for amateur radio as a collector and avid HAM Radio operator (VE3BYM), being awarded the HARC Order of Merit. Always dapper, Ralph is fondly remembered for his smart wardrobe and as a collector and hansom wearer of fine neckties and hats. Ralph loved poetry, especially keen for Robert Frost; he loved sweets, pink panther, classic movies and was a long time member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 36 and Air Force Club in Dundas. A natural historian, Ralph was known for his colourful storytelling, sharing his lifelong interests, passions and humour through the stories he told with great enthusiasm. The time he spent with family and friends while sharing these memories is a tribute to the beauty of his heart and soul. Ralph’s inspiring presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to have known him. Friends will be received by the family on Monday evening from 6-9 at the Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas, where the Service for Ralph will be held Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock. Interment Grove Cemetery. Donations to the Dundas Salvation Army would be appreciated by the family.
