Helen Marie Roberts, daughter of the late William F. (1972) and Eleanor (Hinnegan) Roberts (1961), left this world peacefully at home in Bayfield on Friday November 22, 2019.

Helen is survived by two sisters, Ann Daniel (David) of Dryden and Patricia Roberts of Parry Sound, as well as many nieces and nephews and their families in Ontario and Alberta.

Predeceased by her three brothers, Charles (1980), Raymond (1981), Richard (2007) and three of her five sisters, Mary Lou Fischer (2002), Catherine (Kate) Roberts (2011) and Rita Favalaro (2019). Reunited now for eternity. She lived on the farm and in Sombra Township, as well as in London, Sarnia, Clinton and Bayfield.

Helen found joy in long walks and bicycle rides along the Lake Huron shores and had a passion for planting flowers and tending gardens.

Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service will take place at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to your local humane society or charity of your choice.

Passed away peacefully at LHSC – Victoria Hospital on Thursday November 21, 2019 at the age of 83 years.

Born in London, daughter of the late John and Madeline McGuire. Beloved wife of 40 years to Thomas Edward Dunn. Loving mother of Michael (Lynda) Black, Brad Black, Tim Black (deceased), Ken (Kelly) Dunn and Debbie (Ray) Skorbinski. Lovingly remembered by grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dear brother of Ted McGuire and John McGuire (deceased).

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, January 19th from 2:02pm – 4:00pm at the Byron-Springbank Legion, Branch 533, 1276 Commissioners Road West, London, Ontario.

​Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, in Pat’s memory. Messages and condolences may be left at www.forestcitycremation.com. Please visit Pat's obituary notice on Facebook.

Cindy Patricia Jean DaPonte (Titus) of London. Passed away on November 16, 2019 at LHSC – Victoria Hospital in her 70th year, with her children by her side.

Missed by her loving children Corrina (Joe) Jason (Barb) Tara (Jason). Cherished grandmother of five, great grandmother of two. Loving niece of Lily Barlow. Deeply missed by Joe DaPonte. Cindy will be lovingly remembered by many friends and family.

​Cremation has taken place. Private graveside service will be held at a later date. Messages and condolences may be left at www.forestcitycremation.com

November 26, 1944 - November 13, 2019

Surrounded by her Family just 13 days from her 75th birthday, Connie took her final breath.

he will be dearly missed by her children, Frank Wilson (Cheryl) of London, Marie Welch (Doug) of St. Thomas, and John Wilson (Linda) of West Lorne and Kathy Hicks of London. She was a wonderful loving Nana to Christopher Welch (Caitlin) Justin Welch and Nicholas Welch. Christina Ross (Willy), Nicole Haskell (Charles), Thomas Wilson and Alexander Wilson. Loved Great Nana to 11, Connie will be forever remembered by her sisters, Debbie McGlone (Jim), Cindy Horvat (Roy) and Susie Jeffery (Fred) as well as a multitude of Nieces, Nephews, Family and Friends. She was predeceased by her parents, 2 sisters and 6 brothers.

The family would like to thank her home care workers as well as the ICU and 5th floor nurses and support staff at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital.

Cremation has taken place. A short service and a celebration of Connie’s life will take place on Sunday December 1st 2019 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 24 John St.,  St. Thomas Ontario at 1pm., with refreshments to follow. Please come as you are. Interment will be at Elmdale Memorial Park in St Thomas Ontario at a later date.

​In lieu of flowers please consider making donations to your favourite children’s charity. Arrangements entrusted to Forest City Cremation. Messages and condolences may be left at www.forestcitycremation.com.

Cherished partner for 37 years of Heather Charlton. Chester returned home to the Lord on October 27, 2019 at the age of 77 years.

He is survived by his children Jim and Kelly, siblings Lorraine, Jean, Joy, Bonnie, Clarence, Robin, Kimmy and Calvin (deceased) his wife Sharon. Also mourned by Heather’s family in England; Jennifer and Donald, Moira and David and Norma.

​Cremation has taken place and at Chester’s request there will be no visitation or funeral service. Messages and condolences may be left at www.forestcitycremation.com.

Peacefully on Friday October 18, 2019 of London Ontario at the age of 93.

Loving husband to his wife Catharine of 73 years. Loving father to Gord (Pennie) Coker, Richard (Debbie deceased) Coker, Sue (Terry) DeActis and Lynn (Ed) Vervoort. Proud grandfather to Adam (Renee), Scott (Cathy), Mike (Amy) Joseph (deceased), and Andrew Coker, Paul (Karis), Aaron (Danielle) and Cheryl DeActis, Jennifer (Trevor) Zoet, Jeffrey Arnold, Dana (Morning) Glory, Emi and Brian Takeda. Great grandfather to 9.

Memorial service will be held on Saturday October 26, 2019 at St George's Anglican Church, 227 Wharncliffe Road, London, Ontario at 11 am.Visitation 1 hour before the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Jesse’s Journey would be appreciated and may be made at www.jessesjourney.com, or by calling 519-645-8855. Messages and condolences may be left at forestcitycremation.com.

Percy Valentino, 56, of London, passed away peacefully at Victoria Hospital on September 30, 2019.

Loving son of Nancy Rowswell (Jack). Proud father of Amanda (Steve). Cherished brother of Tina (Ted), Jimmy (Mary), Sherry (Frank) and Dan (Sherry) and uncle to several nieces and nephews. Percy is predeceased by his father James Valentino and his stepfather Joe Anderson.

​Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Percy’s life will be held on Friday, October 11, 2019 at 1:00 to 3:00p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, 311 Oakland Avenue, London, Ontario. Messages and condolences may be left at forestcitycremation.com

​Please visit Percy's obituary notice on Facebook.

Helen Burgie, 86, of London Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at University Hospital on Saturday August 17, 2019.

Cherished wife of the late Leo Burgie whom she married in 1953. Loving mother of Sandra, Vicki and the late Kim Newman. Special mother-in-law of Robert Newman. Dear grandmother of Michael, Jennifer, William (Jane), James (Rebecca) and Tom. Great grandmother of Lee, Lucas and Landon. Helen will be missed by her sisters Rosie, Diane, Jan and Shirley.

Predeceased by her brother Ralph, sister Bea and grandsons Robby and Jesse.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Helen’s life will be held at a later date.  Memorial donations may be made directly to The Alzheimer Society or The Regional HIV/AIDS Connection.  

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

 October 17, 1933 – August 14, 2019

Peacefully with his wife and son Joe by his side, it is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Frank Beasley in his 85 year. Dearly missed by his wife Rebecca (Becky) of 63 years, sons Joe and Rod (Tammy) and grandchildren Meghan and Jessica. Also missed by sisters/brothers and many in laws in Newfoundland. Predeceased by his infant daughter, Linda, holding her in his arms in heaven.

Born and raised in Wandsworth, Newfoundland, Frank moved with his childhood sweetheart to Toronto and married there in 1956. Their first child, Linda was born in 1959 and sadly passed as an infant at age 6 months. During this time Frank was employed at General Steel Wares in Toronto and was transferred to London in 1963 where the family settled and remained. Frank worked at General Steel Wares for 35 years then he went to work for the City of London until his retirement in 1998. Frank was a member of the Salvation Army for 25 years and was an active member of Hillcrest Community Church.

Visitation will be held Thursday August 22, 2019 at 1:00PM
With the funeral service to follow at 2:00PM @
Salvation Army, Hillcrest Community Church
310 Vesta Road
London, Ontario
Lunch served following service.

In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to Hillcrest Community Church (519-659-8568).

Please visit Frank's obituary notice on Facebook.

 Peacefully in London, Ontario on Monday, August 12, 2019 at the age of 92 with her daughters by her side.  Born in Enderby, Leicestershire, England on October 3, 1926.  Helen was the last surviving of seven children born to Robert and Ellen Carter of Leicester, England.

Cherished mother of Jane Palmer (Barney Bangs), and Sarah Palmer (Walter James).  Dear grandmother of Ryan McCormick (Melissa Fishman) and Rob McCormick (Karolina Sztajerowska).  Predeceased by David Palmer, (formerly of Winchester, England), her beloved husband and best friend for over sixty years. 

Helen’s happiest moments were those spent with David cooking and entertaining family and their numerous friends.  Above all, she loved spending time with her family, especially her two grandsons.  She leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter and many fond memories.
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The family would like to thank the Palliative Care Team at University Hospital in London, Ontario for all of their compassionate care.
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A service will be held at St. Anne’s Anglican Church at 1344 Commissioners Rd. West in London, Ontario on Saturday, August 17 at 11 am.  

In lieu of flowers, donations to London Health Sciences Foundation, to benefit Palliative Care at the University Hospital would be much appreciated. www.lhsf.ca, 519-685-8029.

Please visit Helen's obituary notice on Facebook.