​The family is sad to announce the passing of James (Jim) Theobald, at London Health Science Centre in London Ontario, on Friday, March 31, 2023, with family by his side. Born on April 26, 1929, James Roy Theobald, of Dorchester, Ontario, was in his 94th year. 
 
Dearly loved husband and best friend for 71 years of Dorothy Theobald (née Wade). Loving father of Debra Anckaert (Chris) of Dorchester, Wade Theobald (Michele) of Owen Sound, and Susan Theobald (Maury Mockler) of London. Proud grandfather of Jennifer (Adam), Sandra (Ryan), Kimberly (Krystian), Patrick (Tahlia), Natasha (Spencer), Peter (Katherine), Kaitlin (Drew) and Emilie (Pat) and great-grandfather of Keely, Colin, Victoria, Emma, Norah, Atticus, Lakelyn, Logan, Oakleigh and Theodore. Dear brother-in-law of Freda Wade of Southampton, Doris Kazarian of Owen Sound and Frances McRae of Port Elgin. Predeceased by his parents, H.Elmir and Annie Theobald, and Sister Madalene Markle (nee Theobald). 
 
Jim was born and raised in Owen Sound and worked all his life there in Banking and the Auto Supply Business. In retirement, Jim enjoyed golfing, fixing clocks , playing cards, crokinole, horseshoes and was an avid chess player. He treasured gatherings with family and friends and loved to spend time with grandchildren during Holiday celebrations. Family and friends celebrate his long life and treasure his sense of humour and many wonderful memories. 
 
Arrangements entrusted to Forest City Cremation Services in London and a Private Family Memorial will be held at a later date.

 In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the London Health Sciences Foundation. 
 
Messages and condolences may be left at www.forestcitycremation.com. Please visit Jim's obituary notice on Facebook.

Sadly, (George) Michael Bellingham, 64, of Ilderton, Ontario, passed away on March 26th, 2023, at home with family at his side.

Michael married the love of his life, Cathy, on August 21st, 1982, with whom he had two wonderful children, Andrew (Krysten) and Lindsay (Darryl).  Michael is survived by his grandchildren, Connor, Xavier and Anna whom he adored and loved very much; mother-in-law Millie Blanchard; sisters Linda and Brenda; sister-in-law Janine; brother-in-law Bruce; nieces Caitlin, Ashley, Laurie, Kristen, Amanda, Bethany and nephew Brian; great nieces Hailey, Kayla, Penelope, Adeline and great nephew Abel.

Michael was predeceased by his parents George and Vera Bellingham, his sister Cheryl, fathers-in-law Bruce Fleet and Keith Blanchard and sister-in-law Joanna Blanchard.

As per Michael’s wishes a funeral service will not take place.  Instead a celebration of life will be announced at a future date in which family and friends are invited.

Special thanks to Doctors Van Dam and Lenehan as well as the many other caregivers who assisted Michael with his medical needs.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Messages and condolences may be left at www.forestcitycremation.com. Please visit Michael's obituary notice on Facebook.

1941 - 2023
 
Friends and family will miss John’s many humorous stories and his forthright candor.  In spite of many health challenges, he enjoyed life to the fullest and passed away from cancer on March 1st.   
 
John was born in Saskatoon and grew up in rural Saskatchewan, Morpeth and London, with his father, Rev. Cecil Jardine; his mother, Della; and his brother, George of Waterloo.  After graduating from South Collegiate, he met the love of his life, Lorraine (Murray), 60 years ago at Westminster College, Western University.  It was his good fortune to become a member of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity and he cherished his many life-long friends from university.
 
 As a Civil Engineer, he worked in marketing and sales for construction-related companies in  Milwaukee, Toledo and Baltimore before returning to London to raise his family.  He worked in London for Sifton Properties and in Brantford for TCG Materials.  Returning to London once more, he became Water Operations Manager and then City Engineer for London from 1992-2001, before establishing his own consulting company.   The family is proud of him being awarded Western University’s L. S. Lauchland Engineering Alumni Medal in 2001.  But he was proudest of his sons and their families: Scott and his wife, Mandy of Denver, Colorado; Kevin and his wife, Ashley, of Carbondale, Colorado, and their children, Grace (19) and Bennett(16).
 
Over the years, John enjoyed playing tennis, golfing, skiing, trap-shooting, hunting  and telling stories with family and friends.  John and Lorraine spent several years touring with their RV, to every state and every province.  Life was never boring — he always made us laugh.  He loved his Westies, the birds at his backyard feeder, photographing sunrises and sunsets, and winding down the day with a martini and occasional cigar.  John was remarkable in accepting what was to come, which gave us strength as well.  Memories of our good times together continue to make us smile.  He will be greatly missed.
 
There will be a family Celebration of Life at a later date.  Should you wish to make a donation to commemorate his life, please consider the London Food Bank, Wesley-Knox United Church or a charity of your choice.

For condolences or donation information, please visit forestcitycremation.com. Please visit John's obituary notice on Facebook.