Of Windsor, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at the age of 70.

Born in London, beloved son  of the late Charles Roy and Joyce Martin.
 
Will be dearly missed by his surviving siblings: Holly Newton (London), Ben Martin (Windsor), Andrew Martin, (Windsor) Laura Martin (Toronto) and Matthew Martin (Amhurstburg).
 
Besides his parents, Jeff was predeceased by his eldest brother Gar Martin and brother-in-law Graham Newton.
 
He will be remembered for his artistic talent, his love of music and his free spirit.
 
Cremation has taken place. A family celebration of life will be held once restrictions have been lifted and we can gather together safely. Messages and condolences may be left at www.forestcitycremation.com.

 May 23, 1950 - January 7, 2021
 
Peacefully at home holding hands with her daughter Kimberly MacLay and son in law Jason MacLay, at the age of 70 years.
 
Born in Welland, Ontario, daughter of the late Vincent and Leona (Kottmeir) Millar.
 
Loving mother of Kimberly MacLay (husband Jason) and Brandon Wayne McPherson. Cherished grandmother of 3 wonderful grandchildren; Christopher Tufts and his wife Stephanie Tufts, Dylan MacLay and Brianna MacLay.
 
She was known by everyone as Grammy.   She was a ‘spicy’ one, who said it like it was and if you met her, you wouldn’t forget her. She had a way about her that always made people laugh and you never knew what she would say next.
 
She was always active in dog rescues and had a passion for saving dogs. She was looking forward to going to Rainbow Bridge after she passed so she could play with all the dogs.
 
Grammy always said “Don’t cry for the animals in rescues, cry for the ones who didn’t make it.”
 
A private family Celebration of  Georgina’s life will take place.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her honour would be graciously accepted by Full Circle Dog Rescue at   Donate | Full Circle Rescue.
 
“Love as powerful as your mother's for you leaves it's own mark. To have been loved so deeply, even though the person who loved us is gone, will give us some protection forever.”J.K. Rowling.

Born Dec 16th, 1944 - Dec 29th, 2020

Passed away peacefully at the Blue Water Rest Home in Zurich, Ontario on December 29, 2020, at the age of 76 years.

Annette was born in Surrey, England and came to Canada in 1946 on the ship Aquitania. She was the daughter of the late Rosa Cecile Bostock and Roland Mercier. She was the eldest sibling of 17 brothers and sisters.

She was a loving mother to her children, Colleen (Mrs. Shawn Falkingham) of Moncton, NB and Tina McKinnon of Owen Sound, ON. She was a precious grandmother to Amelia (Mrs. Boyd Jansen) of Edgetts Landing, NB, Austin Watts and Sky Watts of Owen Sound ON.

She was a baptized member of the Jehovah's Witness faith since 1974. She was a faithful member until her death. 

Annette was a soft spoken, kind, sensitive person whose faith helped her through life. She was married for over 30 years to Wallace Lawrence Edward McKinnon and later divorced.

Annette worked as a personal support worker (PSW), helping care for the elderly and sick ones within the community. Annette really enjoyed her job and gained a new found independence until her illness forced her to retire. Her final years were spent at the Blue Water Rest Home in Zurich, ON.

A Zoom service will be held January 23, 2021 at 1:45 pm (slideshow), with service at 2 pm. For Zoom ID details, please email Colleen Falkingham at colleen1966@hotmail.com or Tina McKinnon at tnwtts69@gmail.com

Donations may be made to Jehovah’s Witnesses in Annette’s memory. Messages and condolences may be left at www.forestcitycremation.com. Please visit Annette's obituary notice on Facebook.

Helmut Herbert Stucke, in his 83rd year and resident of Richmond Woods retirement home passed away on Tuesday December 15th at University Hospital.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, (Janet) Muriel Stucke, his son David (Susan), his daughter Krista (Barry Gooder) and his four beloved grandchildren, Megan, Kyle, Molly and Charlie. Helmut was born on March 2, 1938 in Hanover, Germany.

He and his parents and three brothers, Heinz, Bernd and Gerd immigrated to Canada when he was a boy of fourteen. London has been his home ever since. His greatest joys were spending time with friends and family. Dancing at the German and Scottish clubs was a favourite activity for Helmut and Muriel.  After retiring from General Motors, Helmut enjoyed travelling with Muriel on regular trips to Victoria B.C, Scotland and Germany. 

Helmut spent many mornings meeting up with friends at the Boys and Girls Club for early swims and exchanging stories with his coffee friends at the local Tim Horton’s. He was most at home in his kitchen and outside at his barbeque. Helmut welcomed his closest friends and family into his home at any time. He especially enjoyed preparing and serving dinners for his loved ones where delicious food was plentiful and laughter and stories abounded.

He will be remembered for his involvement in his grandchildren’s lives: teaching Megan and Kyle how to swim in his neighbour’s backyard pool, travelling to Bradford to watch Kyle swim and to spend time with them, cheering Molly as she played soccer at the BMO Centre, and freezing in the cold at Argyle Arena to root Charlie on in hockey. Helmut did not miss a Christmas concert, school play or graduation. His grandchildren will always cherish his interest, love and involvement in their lives.

Special thanks to the staff at Richmond Woods for their support and friendship for Helmut during his time as a resident and to the nursing staff and doctors at University Hospital for their care and kindness to Helmut over the weeks when he was their patient.

Helmut wished to be cremated, followed by a small immediate family member gathering to honour his life.  In lieu of flowers, Helmut would have appreciated a donation made to the Boys and Girls Club on Horton Street in London.  Messages and condolences may be left at www.forestcitycremation.com

It is with overwhelming sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Marilyn Semple (Hoath) on December 12th, 2020 in London, Ontario in her 75th year, as the result of a massive stroke.

Marilyn is survived by her beloved husband Wayne, her children Gregory and Deborah (Sean), her loving brothers David (Lynn) and Donald (Carmen), and her two precious grandsons, Nathaniel and Ethan. Marilyn is also survived by her many loving nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents, Perry and Doris Hoath. Marilyn was born on July 1st, 1946 in Owen Sound, Ontario. She was always very proud of sharing her birthday with Canada.

Marilyn spent her life helping others, as exemplified in her career as a Registered Nurse. After working at the Toronto East General Hospital, Marilyn moved to the Guelph General Hospital where she stayed for many years before moving to London and finishing out her nursing career as a Nursing Manager for the London Regional Cancer Centre.  Upon retirement, Marilyn’s love of helping others did not stop. In her last year on earth, Marilyn knitted countless hats, scarves, and mittens for those less fortunate, as well as sewed scrub hats for the medical community. 

Marilyn was a steadfast member of the Colborne Street United Church since her move to London in 1989 and her presence there will be dearly missed. Marilyn involved herself as a choir soprano,  a dutiful book table organizer at the semi-annual rummage sales, a knitter in the prayer shawl group, and a friend to all at the Wednesday’s Take-A-Break group, just to name a few.

​Marilyn will live on in the beautiful artwork that she created both through her paintings and drawings, the many items she sewed for her children and grandchildren, her knitted goods, her beautiful crafts, and her gardens that she so lovingly developed. She will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts.

Due to the ongoing pandemic, a celebration of life is being considered for the spring of 2021 when the world might be a safer place to gather. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations to the Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of their choice. 

In keeping with Marilyn’s wishes, cremation has taken place.   Arrangements entrusted to Forest City Cremation Services and online condolences can be made at https://www.forestcitycremation.com/obituaries/marilyn-june-semple-nee-hoath

Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospice, London, Ontario on November 29, 2020, at the age of 79 years.

Born in Littlehampton, West Sussex, England, son of the late Edward Harold and Kathleen Grace (James) Mundy.
 
Beloved husband of the late Valerie Anne Mundy. Loving father of Kim Chambers and husband Colin and Tara Mundy (deceased) and husband Richard Hoffman. Cherished grandfather of Carter Belair and Julia Rowley. Lovingly remembered by his step-grandchildren.
 
Due to COVID restriction, a Celebration of Tony’s life will be held at a later date for family and friends.
 
If you wish, donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Hospice, London, in Tony’s memory. Please visit Tony's obituary notice on Facebook.

​Don was born on January 10, 1957 in Exeter, Ontario and passed away at the University Hospital (LHSC) on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, in his 64th year.

Son of the late H. Dick Watson (2015) and the late Dorene (nee Wolfe) Watson (1981). Stepson of Suzanne Watson. Brother of Doug Watson (Carol), Dianne Watson, and Diamond Watson-Hill (Mark). Step-brother of Susan Todd, and Michael Todd (Allison).

​Don attended Arthur Voaden Secondary School where he  enjoyed playing football and lived the majority of his adult life in Alberta.

​Cremation has taken place. Messages and condolences may be left at www.forestcitycremation.com .

Gord passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at LHSC Victoria Hospital, London, Ontario on Monday, October 12th, 2020, in his 85th year. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 58 years, Marilyn (nee Johnson). Forever loved by his daughter Kimberley, son Brian (Kim) and cherished granddaughter Madisyn, the light of his life.

Gord was born and raised in Cambridge (Preston), Ontario and is predeceased by his parents Sydney, 1997 and Nellie (nee Russell), 1968 along with sisters Isabelle Morris and Jessie Coleman. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Gord was a veteran of the Army Reserves and served as a Military Police Officer in 1957 – 1964. He was very active in Boy Scouts of Canada for many years in both Cambridge and St. Thomas, Ontario.

Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life with family and close friends will take place at a later date.

​The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to Dr. Coulter and the team at Parkwood Hospital and to the healthcare team in the Respirology Department at LHSC Victoria Hospital.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation in memory of Gord are asked to consider the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Lung Association. Online condolences may be left at www.foresticitycrematons.com.

 Karli Frances Marks, 34, passed peacefully with her loved ones by her side. Karli was born February 3, 1986 in Edmonton, Alberta. She spent her childhood in Dartmouth NS where she developed a great love for the ocean and all things mermaid, before moving to London as a young teen.

Karli was a fighter to the end, a courageous and beautiful soul. She was kind and compassionate and cared deeply about others. She was a light that shone brightly, and our world will not be the same without her in it. She was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, niece, auntie, cousin, and soul mate – and will forever be in our hearts.  

Karli is survived by her beloved son Jordan Marks-Duncan, her parents William (Billy) Marks and Janet (Murray) Marks. In addition to her heartbroken family, she leaves a wide circle of dear friends that she cherished deeply, and her precious dog Gigi.

Now at rest, Karli is reunited with her dearly loved brother Jay (Jason Marks 4/14/15), her grandparents Rita and Jack Murray (St Thomas, ON), Fran and Willy Marks (Saint John, NB); her aunts Patsy Marks and Maureen Griffin and uncles Daniel Marks and Chris Murray; and her much loved dog Ruby.

“How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.”--A.A. Milne

A very special thank you to the VON nurses as well as the wonderful staff at St. Joseph’s Hospice who took such good care of Karli in her final days. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to St Joseph’s Hospice https://sjhospicelondon.com/make-a-difference/giving/in-memoriam-in-honour-giving/ in Karli's memory.

A celebration of Karli’s life will be scheduled at a later date. Please visit Karli's obituary notice on Facebook.

Wayne Christopher Cormier was born in Los Angels, California on July 25, 1962 and transitioned to his next adventure September 28, 2020 in London, Ontario, Canada.

Although Chris was born in LA, he moved with his family to British Columbia, Canada when he was a young boy. He remained living on the west coast of Canada until he met his soulmate in life; Shelley Brown and moved to Dorchester, Ontario in 2008. Chris is a published photographer and author. He was a fire fighter in Abbotsford BC, a Hypnotherapist, and a Psychic Medium.  Chris also had his own radio show for a few years.  Chris really enjoyed making cars at Cami Automotive the last several years.  He was an exceptional dancer and an accomplished foodie.  Chris will be best remembered for his incredible sense of humour, his quick wit, his love for reading and the caring way he had for others.

He was deeply in love with Shelley and it was obvious to anyone who saw them together, the deep love they shared.  Chris was the oldest with 3 brothers. He is survived by his parents, Patricia and Lesley Cormier, his brothers Clay, Wade and Michael; his children Jesse Ross Gadsby and Brianne Cormier (Garrett Swanson); and his wee grandbaby Nora. He will be deeply missed by his step children; Kailey, Shea and Brady van der Spank, as well.  Chris will be fondly remembered by his uncles Butch and Mike, his aunts Gwen and Barbara and many loving cousins and friends from Los Angeles, BC and Ontario. Chris will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

 A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Special thanks to Dr. Michael Sanatani of the London Regional Cancer program and all the wonderful doctors and nurses who cared for Chris at London Health Sciences Centre and in particular Palliative care. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Christopher’s name to the Canadian Cancer Society. Please visit Chris' obituary notice on Facebook.