Obituaries & Condolences

DONALDSON, Mary Ellen….

After a brief and tiring battle, Mary Ellen passed away at Oneida Long Term Care, in her 78th year with her baby girl by her side. Beloved wife of the late Ralph Donaldson. Mary Ellen was the most loving and caring mother to her three babies Maria Pierce, L. Adam Donaldson, Holli Jones and their families. Mary Ellen will be fondly remembered by her siblings, nieces, nephews and friends. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be invited to celebrate the life of Mary Ellen at a later date. For those who wish to honour Mary Ellen, please consider doing so by a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society, 55 St. Clair Avenue West, Suite 500, Toronto ON M4V 2Y7, Diabetes Canada, 442 Adelaide Street North, London ON, N6B 3H8 or the Salvation Army, London Centre of Hope, 281 Wellington Street, London ON, N6B 2L4. Arrangements entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex, 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

Bowron, Donald……

Passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, September 5, 2022 in his 69th year. Beloved husband of Linda. Loving father of Denise (Stephen) Price. Dear grandfather of Nathan. Cherished brother of Pat, Darlene and Bill. Fondly Remembered by many family members and friends as Donny. Throughout all his medical challenges he always had a smile and a joke to share. Don adored his many four legged companions throughout his years. He would always enjoy a weekly pizza and many fishing trips. Cremation has taken place. A private family gathering will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations in memory of Don may be made to the Humane Society London & Middlesex, 624 Clarke Road, London, ON N5V 3K5. Arrangements entrusted to Cremation London & Middlesex Inc, 519-858-2467. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.cremationlondon.com

CARTER, Heather Doris……

It is with broken hearts that we announce the loss of our beautiful mother, grandma, and favourite aunt, Heather Doris Carter (nee Armstrong) on September 5, 2022, in her 70th year. Predeceased by her parents, Gordon and Doris. Beloved and irreplaceable mother of Stephanie (Jeff) , Maggie (Noel) , Alan (Ashley) , Natalie (Jay) and Dennis. Lovingly remembered by her husband, Tom. Forever cherished and adored by her many nieces and nephews across our country. Her favourite people in the world, grandchildren Kaitlyn, Brandon, Corey, McKenzie, Jacob, Oshyonna, Bradley, Braeden, Carter, Lucas, Sydney, Hannah, Tyler, Kaelen, Holden, Lily, Brinnley, Christopher, and Livvy will miss her endlessly. Nothing we could ever write would ever do justice to the quiet strength and fierce determination and unending and undying love you gave us. All of our friends had a mother in her. She brought joy, laughter, and razor sharp wit to everyone lucky enough to know her. There are no words to quantify the loss of her light and laughter in our lives, but we will live on for her, happily and with peace, her only wish for us. Special heart felt thanks to the doctors, nurses and support staff at Chatham Kent Health Alliance, floor 4B, and endless thanks and sincere gratitude to staff at St Joseph’s Hospice in London – we couldn’t have managed ANY of this without them, Thank you, from all of us! Go Leaf’s Go – you owe us all one now! Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Heather’s life will be held at 174 Frederic Street, West Lorne, Ontario, N0L 2P0 on Saturday, September 10th starting at 1:00 pm. Arrangements entrusted to Cremation London & Middlesex Inc, 519-858-2467. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.cremationlondon.com

WEISS, Andy…

Surrounded by love, Joseph Andrew Mercier Weiss (born Joseph Adrien Andre Mercier) passed away peacefully in London, Ontario in his 81st year.

Born March 6, 1942, in Montreal, Quebec to Marie Aime Augustine Cote Mercier and Charles Joseph Mercier, predeceased by brothers Joseph Pierre and Joseph Paul Mercier before his birth, his parents and stepfather John Weiss. Predeceased by Lynne Weiss (nee Specht).

Andy “AJ” is survived by his wife and best friend Alice Audrey (nee Bedell, Neil) Weiss, brother John Michael (Faye) Weiss, children; John Andrew (Megan), Kristine Marie and Mark William Weiss, Peter John (Brenda) and Mark Stephen James (Steffany) Neil, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, Cote, and Mercier family members in Quebec, and many extended Bedell and Neil family.

A self-made man from a young age, Andy was widely known for his compassion, fairness and acuity by family, friends, and acquaintances. Andy was an accomplished and fierce business leader who earned respect from colleagues and foes alike, driving significant construction projects throughout North America spending most of his career with Stebbins Engineering & Manufacturing (Watertown, NY) and Canadian Stebbins (Ottawa, ON). Andy was the man whom everyone knew would step up and do the hard things in any situation, when many others would not. Our family takes comfort knowing that Andy will be sadly missed and well-remembered by many.

We are extremely grateful to the care teams at University Hospital, and particularly the Parkwood Institute Geriatric Rehabilitation and the Palliative Care Unit, London for their tireless and compassionate care.

At Andy’s request, his body has been bequeathed to the Western University Body Bequeathal Program and services will be privately held. If desired, donations may be made to Animal Aide of St. Thomas-Elgin, 333 Talbot Street, St. Thomas, ON N5P 4E2. Arrangements entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex, 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

McARTHUR, Earl…

Unexpectedly but peacefully at University Hospital, London, Earl McArthur passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2022 in his 78th year. Loving father of Douglas Morrissey, Tracey Luscombe and Tammy McArthur. Cherished grandpa of Malone, Abigail and Kayla Luscombe.

Earl was one of the hardest workers you could have met. From his young days working on his family farm in Dutton, to some of his final days working on his farm in Belmont. He also enjoyed watching the daily news, and the odd trip to the casino.

Cremation has taken place and in following Earl’s wishes, no service will be held. In memory of Earl, donations made to your local animal shelter would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex, 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

DE VOS, Martha Marie…

With great sorrow, we wish to announce that Martha De Vos of London, and formerly of Chatham, in her 75th year, died peacefully at University Hospital, London on Tuesday, August 16th, 2022. Beloved spouse of the late Gary Huckle (2007). Mother of Casey and Adrian. Grandmother of Celina. Dear sister of Peter DeGroot, Bert DeGroot (Janice), Wilhelmina Simpson (the late Larry), and Mary Mader (Brad). Cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Diabetes Canada, 442 Adelaide Street North, London, ON N6B 3H8. Arrangements entrusted to Cremation London & Middlesex Inc, 519-858-2467. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.cremationlondon.com

SCANLAN, Patricia…

Peacefully at University Hospital, London, on Saturday, August 13, 2022, Patricia Scanlan passed away in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Denis Anthony Scanlan (2021) for 65 years. Loving mother of Thomas (Rosemary) Scanlan, Cathy Scanlan-Baker, Chris Scanlan and the late Mark Anthony Scanlan (2019). Cherished grandmother of Matthew, Erin, Denice, Ryan and Sean.  Adored great-grandmother of eleven, and great-great-grandmother of one.  Cremation has taken place and at Patricia’s wishes, there will be no visitation or service held. In her memory, anyone wishing to making a donation can consider Diabetes Canada, 442 Adelaide Street North London, ON N6B 3H8.  Arrangements entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex, 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

DuBARRY, Frank…

Passed away peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London, Ontario on Friday, August 12th, 2022, in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Brigitte and soulmate of 52 years. Proud father of Steven (Shannon) DuBarry, Hermann (Joan) Minderlein, Larry (Denise) Minderlein, Ruth-Ann Minderlein, Robert (Barbara) Minderlein, and Michael (Janette) Minderlein and loving grandfather, great grandfather, and great great grandfather.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Frank’s life will be held on Saturday, August 27th, 2022 at The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 167, 316 William Street, Exeter, Ontario N0M 1S6 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Donations to the charity of your choice gratefully acknowledged.

Arrangements entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex, 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

TALBOT, Tiffany…

Passed peacefully and gracefully away surrounded by loved ones at University Hospital, London, Tiffany Stella Eliza Talbot of Port Elgin and formerly of Englee, Newfoundland, on Saturday, August 6, 2022 in her 34th year.

Cherished and adored fiancé and soulmate of Jamie Dorsch and their dog Douglas. Forever in the hearts of mom and dad Stephen Talbot and Darlene Bishop (Tony). Beloved granddaughter of Philip and Eliza Bishop. Predeceased by her grandparents Stephen and Stella Talbot. Adored and admired sister of Ryan Chaulk (JoEllen), Tia Lynn, Lauralee, and Stephen (Dana). She was the anchor in any of life’s storms they faced. Left with wonderful memories and good life advice on being their best are her nieces and nephews Emily Jaimes, Gracie, Ethan, Ryley, and Stevie and special nephew Kane. Tiffany will also be greatly missed by her many aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. Left with memories of great adventures, laughs and support is her buddy John Bray. He was with her until the end.

From an early age Tiffy was destined for greatness and strived for perfection in all she did. The seas called her. She was a Fisher of the sea, and a member of the Canadian Coast Guard. In later years she moved her collection of coins and monopoly games and settled in Port Elgin to lend her expertise at Bruce Power Nuclear Plant. Tiffy could build an engine, mend twine, keep the engines running on the Griffin, BBQ a perfect salmon, bake a beautiful birthday cake, wire anything, renovate a home and build a deck. If Tiffy needed it done, Tiffy did it. If she could not, it was because it was not of any importance. Of all the things she loved bringing family together for holidays, trips, ballgames and concerts remained always her greatest passion and accomplishment. Tiffany was a bright light in her community and her many workplaces. When those beautiful brown eyes closed for the final time the world became a different place. May your seas be calm and your compass true Sail on, beautiful brown eyed girl. The angels are waiting for you.

Cremation has taken place. On Saturday, August 13, 2022, a gathering at her home at 608 Thede Drive, Port Elgin to speak of memories and honour her life will take place at 2 pm. On Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 11 am a family service will be held at the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Englee. At 4 pm a Celebration of Tiffany’s life will be held at her Englee home and grounds. A sunset sprinkling of her ashes will take place on the harbour in front of Tiffy’s home on the hill. The family would love to see the little boats of Newfoundland attend her final voyage between her home here on earth and her heavenly destination. In memory of Tiffany, donations may be made to University Hospital, c/o London Health Sciences Foundation, 747 Base Line Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Arrangements entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex, 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

STRAUB, Walter John “Walt”…….
Walt passed away peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on August 6, 2022 in his 72nd year. Predeceased by his father John Stephen Straub (2016) and his mother Katharine Straub (2022). Walt is survived by his sister Brigitte Straub and her husband Michael Hollands, his aunt Maria Hudetz and cousins Andrea Schlaven and Petra Schmitz who reside in Germany. A memorial gathering will be held at a later date in lieu of a funeral. Walt was strongly devoted to animals and animal welfare. As an expression of sympathy, donations in memory of Walt may be made to the Farley Foundation or to the Humane Society London & Middlesex. Many thanks to the medical staff in CCTC at Victoria Hospital for their professional care. Arrangements entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex, 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com