Obituaries

                                    Alfred J. H. Langwald

Peacefully at Peoplecare Oakcrossing Care Centre, London on Sunday, February 5, 2012 Alfred J. H. Langwald age 88  years, formerly of St. Marys and London. Beloved husband of the late Josephine H. “Jo” (Spielholfen) Langwald (2006). Sadly missed by brothers, sisters and their families in Germany and many friends in the St. Marys and London area.

At Alfred’s request cremation has taken place.

A memorial celebration of his life will be held at the L. A. Ball Funeral Chapel, 7 Water St. N., St. Marys on Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Fr. Peter Poel of Holy Family Parish officiating. In his memory donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Online condolences at www.ballfc.ca.

                                         H. Mason Anderson

                    (Served overseas with the R.C.A.F. 1939-1944)

Peacefully at Stratford General Hospital, with his family at his side, on Tuesday, January 31, 2012,  H. Mason Anderson in his 93rd  year, of St. Marys. Beloved husband of Beryl I. (Burrows) Anderson for 67 years. Loving father of David and wife (Rebecca deceased 2009), Robert and wife Sylvia, (Brian deceased 1999) and his wife Lea, John and wife Sharon. Dear brother of Norma and husband Earl. Dear brother-in-law of Joan and husband Cliff Pettys of Ohio, Barbara Burrows of England. Sadly missed by 6 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers Max Anderson and wife Betty, Ross Anderson and a brother- in-law Aubrey Burrows.

Resting at the L. A. Ball Funeral Chapel, 7 Water St. N., St. Marys on Friday 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at St. Marys United Church             (85 Church St. S.) on Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 1 p.m. with Rev. Pirie Mitchell officiating. Interment will follow in St. Marys Cemetery. In his memory donations to Camp Trillium or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. I.O.O.F. Lodge #36 and the Hillcest Rebekah Lodge # 372 will hold a service at the funeral home on Friday evening at 6:30 p.m. Online condolences at www.ballfc.ca.

                            Carolyn Grace (Bearss) Bradford

                                              age 67 years

She filled the world with her light and love; her strong desire to make the world a greener place; her affection for the children whose lives she changed; her passion for sustainable farming and good, clean, fair, delicious food; her instilled love for nature and music. Passed away peacefully at home, with family by her side, January 30, 2012. Loving mother of Sara Bradford and Larry McCabe of Stratford, Bridget Shrubsole and Steve of Simcoe, Candace Bradford of Stratford. Proud grandmother of Logan, Oscar, Violet, Sullivan and Campbell, and Aidan and Isaac McCabe. Sadly missed by special friends Karen West and Phil and Brick Bradford all of St. Marys. Dear sister of Jim Bears and Colleen of Exeter, Barbara Jefferson of St. Marys, Marj Hutchison of Stratford, Donna MacGregor and Barry of Guelph, Dear sister-in-law of Jim Ostler and Karen of Alberta, Shirley Bearss of Exeter. Predeceased by her parents Howard Bearss and the former Helen Tomlinson, a brother Ken Bearss, a sister Brenda Ostler, a brother-in-law Norman Jefferson, a niece Melanie Ross.

At Carolyn’s request her remains have been donated to the U.W.O. Anatomy Dept. A visitation for family and friends will be held at the L.A. Ball Funeral Chapel, 7 Water St. N, St. Marys on Wednesday,  February 1, 2012 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A service of celebration will be take place at St. Marys United Church (85 Church St.S.) on Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 11 a.m. 

In lieu of flowers Carolyn would like donations made in her memory to The Local Community Food Centre in Stratford or Prevent Cancer Now Foundation. Donations may be made through L.A. Ball Funeral Chapel, St. Marys by calling 519-284-1480. 

                                           Armando Antuono

At Stratford General Hospital on Sunday, January 29, 2012 Armando Antuono, age 83 years, a retired employee of St. Marys Cement. Dear father of Santina Antuono and Antonio Antuono both of Italy.

He is sadly missed by 4 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and 3 brothers.

At Armando’s request cremation has taken place. His ashes will be interred in St. Marys Cemetery. Friends wishing to make a memorial contribution are asked to consider the St. Marys Memorial Hospital Foundation and may be arranged by calling the L. A. Ball Funeral Chapel at 519-284-1480.

                                           Donald C. Adams

              Served overseas with the R.C.A.S.C. from 1939-1945

Peacefully at the Wildwood Care Centre,  St. Marys on Friday,  January 27, 2012, Donald C. Adams, who was born in England 97 years ago. He resided in St. Marys and was formerly of Avonbank. Beloved husband of Doris (Tier) Adams for 67 years. Loving father of Jim Adams and wife Margaret of Avonbank, Mary Brown and husband Raymond of Waterloo, Bill Adams and wife Linda of St. Pauls. Proud grandfather of Robert Brown and wife Jackie, Heather Brown, Stephanie Lee and husband Jeromy, James Adams and friend Katie, Rev. Mark Wolfe and wife Christie, Michael Wolfe and fiancée Colleen. Proud great grandfather of Bryce, Ezra, Brodie, Jaden, Gage, Holley and Emily. Predeceased by a grandson Derek Brown (1999) and brothers Stanley and William.

Resting at the L. A. Ball Funeral Chapel, 7 Water St. N., St. Marys on Sunday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at St. Marys Presbyterian Church (147 Widder St. E.) on Monday, January 30, 2012 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Mervyn Tubb officiating. Spring interment in Avonbank Community Cemetery. In his memory donations to the  Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Online condolences at www.ballfc.ca

Deborah Sharon (Gricken) Witteveen

Peacefully at St. Marys Memorial Hospital, with her family at her side, on Saturday,  January 21, 2012, Deborah Sharon (Gricken) Witteveen, of St. Marys. Loving mother of Roy Curtis Gricken and Jessica (Ross) Gricken of London and  Mitchell Scott Witteveen of Brantford.  Dear daughter of the late Roy Vernon Charles Gricken (1969) and   Marion Gwendolyn (Connor) Gricken of St. Marys. Dear sister of Pamela Diane McRoberts of London, Cheryl Anne (Gricken) and Randy McNaughton of St. Marys, Suzanne Marie (Gricken) and Rob Campbell of Denfield, Janice Lynn Gricken of Toronto. Dear Aunt of Steven and Amy McRoberts of London, Kristy and Nathan Lloyd of London, Rachael Campbell of Denfield, Jessica Campbell of Denfield and Great Aunt of Jordan and Chelsea McRoberts of London.

Resting at the L. A. Ball Funeral Chapel, 7 Water St. N., St. Marys on Tuesday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at St. Marys United Church (85 Church St. S.,) on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 1 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Jeralyn Towne officiating. Interment will follow in St. Marys Cemetery. In her memory donations to the St. Marys Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Online condolences at www.ballfc.ca.

Garnet E. Leslie

Peacefully at the Kingsway Lodge, St. Marys on Monday, January 16, 2012 Garnet E. Leslie, of St. Marys, age 85 years. Beloved husband of Mona Leslie of St. Marys. Loving father of Ronald Leslie of Sarnia, Dave and Charlotte Leslie of St. Marys, Joan and Steve Cordell of London, Martin and Carol Leslie of Thorndale, Kim Leslie of London. Sadly missed by several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Predeceased by his parents Roy Leslie and the former Merle Smith.

At his request cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral home visitation or service. In his memory donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated and may be arranged by calling the

L. A. Ball Funeral Chapel at 519-284-1480.

Ruth E. (Klages) Bryans

Peacefully at the Wildwood Care Centre St. Marys , with her family at her side, on Saturday, January 14, 2012 Ruth E. (Klages) Bryans of St. Marys. Beloved wife of Vincent S. Bryans for 64 years. Loving mother of Wayne Bryans, Donald Bryans and wife Gloria, Rev. Robert Bryans and wife Nancy, Vincent Bryans Jr., and Tony Bryans. Dear mother-in-law of Jeanne Bryans. Proud grandmother of Tamara (Jason), Gary (Amy), Jeremy, Gregory, Catherine (Jeff),  Kimberly (Mike), Diana, Andrew, Nigel (Estara), Amanda (Olivier), Michelle (Chris), Sarah, Laura, Carol, Brittany, Nicole (Farah). She is sadly missed by her 17 great grandchildren and two sisters Leona Mackie and Sylvia Limpert. Predeceased by sons Richard and Gary and a brother Rev. Cecil Klages.

Resting at the L. A. Ball Funeral Chapel, 7 Water St. N., St. Marys on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (115 Cambria St., Stratford) on  Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Timothy Teuscher officiating. Interment in St. Marys Cemetery. In her memory donations to Lutheran Women’s Missonary League, St.Peter’s Lutheran Church or the charity of one’s own choice would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.ballfc.ca.

Joyce (Dunseith) (Murray) Binkle  

Peacefully at Spruce Lodge, Stratford on Thursday, January 12, 2012 N. Joyce (Dunseith) (Murray) Binkle, age 86 years. Predeceased by her 1st   husband Allan Murray (1969) and her 2nd  husband Alex Binkle (2010). Loving mother of Wayne and Barb Murray, Wendy and Brian Pearson all of St. Marys, and Alex’s family Joyce Phelps and Jerry of Texas, Edna and Ted Black of St. Marys, Sandi Harris and Herb of Cochrane. Proud grandmother Wesley, Adam, Evin, Tracy and Jeff and their children Jacob, Benjamin, Chloe, Holly; Scott and Nathalie and their son Tyler; and Alex’s grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Thelma Murray of Mitchell, Bob and Helen Dunseith of Stratford, June Meadows of St. Pauls, Donna and Keith Aitcheson of Stratford, Carol Shaw of Bluevale, Ron and Sue Dunseith of St. Pauls,  Harold Lange of Tavistock. Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her parents Wesley John Dunseith and the former Mildred Leota Nutt, a brother Vernon and wife Goldie Dunseith, sisters Betty Lou Lange and Marie Pepper, brothers-in-law Ralph Murray, Jack Meadows, Jack Pepper and Jack Shaw.

Resting at the L. A. Ball Funeral Chapel, 7 Water St. N., St. Marys on Sunday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at St. Marys United Church (85 Church St. S.) on Monday, January 16, 2012 at 1 p.m. with Rev. Doug Reble of Zion Lutheran Church, Stratford officiating.  Interment in St. Marys Cemetery. In her memory donations to V.O.N. Perth-Huron Community Support Services or M. S. Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Online condolences at www.ballfc.ca.

                                       Anna Edna Dempsey (nee Laing)

                          June 28, 1919 – January 9, 2012

Anna Edna “Ted” Dempsey (nee Laing) of London and formerly of Stratford and St. Marys passed away in her 93rd year. She is survived by her 5 children Jane (Eric) Whittemore of Mitchell, Bill Dempsey (Lynn Stankie) of London, Barb (Cole) Currie of Goderich, Mary Dempsey (Bob Millar) of Port Dover, Maggy Dempsey of North Bay. Also survived by in-laws Roy Aitcheson and Helen Wilmont of Stratford, 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 6 great great grandchildren and many nephews and nieces. Predeceased by her husband John “Jack” Dempsey, sisters Helen Aitcheson and Marie Lawson, brothers Ken and Bill Laing, in-laws Harry Lawson, Tine Laing, Zelma Dempsey, Millie (Cal) Nelson, Jean Ross and Ken Wilmot.

Resting at L. A. Ball Funeral Chapel, 7 Water St. N., St. Marys on Friday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, January14, 2012 at 1 p.m.  with Rev. John Spencer officiating. Interment will follow in St. Marys Cemetery. In her memory donations to a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences at www.ballfc.ca.

Howard J. Rumble

Peacefully at St. Marys Memorial Hospital on Monday, January 9, 2012 Howard J. Rumble of Jones St. W., St. Marys, in his 54th  year. Beloved husband of the former Dawn Habermehl. Loving father of Melissa and Rob Brocklebank of London, Brian and Emelie Rumble of St. Marys, Christopher Rumble and Beth McIntosh of St. Marys. Proud grandfather of Matthew Brocklebank and Hannah Rumble. Dear son of Bryant and Esther (Strathdee)Rumble of St. Marys.Dear brother Linda and Martin Walsh, Reg and Corrine Rumble, Ken and Bev Rumble, Carol and Ben Villumsen. Dear brother-in-law of Mike Turek. Predeceased by his sister Kathy Turek. Lovingly remembered by the Habermehl family.

At Howard’s request cremation has taken place followed by a private interment. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Marys United Church (85 Church St. S., St. Marys) on Thursday, January 12, 2012 at 1 p.m. with Rev. Pirie Mitchell officiating. In his memory donations to St. Marys Memorial Hospital Foundation or a charity of choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be arranged by calling the L. A. Ball Funeral Chapel at 519-284-1480. Online condolences at www.ballfc.ca.