Obituaries & Condolences

SAUCIER, Arthur “Bud”…

Peacefully, on Sunday, October 8, 2023, Arthur Oliver “Bud” Saucier in his 86th year, passed away at peopleCare Oakcrossing Long Term Care in London, Ontario.

Bud was predeceased by his wife Deanna (nee McDonald) in September 2022. He was a loving father to Kevin Saucier, Michael Saucier, Tracey (Kevin) Hipkins and Nicolle (Ryan) Valiquette. He was a proud grandfather to Michael Jr., Dylan, Emma, Abby, Kate and Sydney. He is survived by his sister Patricia Olson and his brother Russell Saucier, predeceased by his youngest sister Teresa. Bud will be lovingly remembered by his many nieces and nephews as well as his many friends and business acquaintances.

Bud enjoyed many activities over the years where he couldn’t help but to make lifelong friends due to his charming personality and outgoing nature. He shared his love of curling and bridge with Deanna, and they spent many weekends engaged in Curling Bonspiels and Bridge groups with dear friends. When he wasn’t working, Bud enjoyed golf, the occasional fishing trip up North and Friday nights watching the London Knights play hockey.

Bud loved his down time on the beaches of Fort Myers. He and Deanna spent many happy winters with dear friends boating, fishing, cooking and enjoying life. They had opportunities to travel with friends to Europe, Hawaii, the Caribbean and California.

After more than 25 years in sales, Bud took over his family run business and was a proud owner/operator. He was an active member of A.C.T. (Associated Canadian Travellers) and a member of the Mocha Shriner’s Temple and Masonic Lodge.

His True Passion was to entertain family and friends at his home where he enjoyed watching everyone have a good time. Many memories were made over a day spent by the pool.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario, 741 Base Line Rd E, London, ON N6C 2R6. A celebration of Bud’s life will be held on Sunday, October 22, 2023 from 2:30 – 4:30 pm at the Byron-Springbank Legion Branch 533, 1276 commissioners road west, London, Ontario, N6K 1E1. Arrangements entrusted to Cremation London & Middlesex Inc, 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

FARRELL, Beverley…

Beverley Farrell passed away peacefully in her home in Old South on Wednesday, October 4^th, 2023. She was surrounded by her closest family.

Beverley was born in 1949 to Eleanor and Jack Farrell. She was a true Londoner: growing up on Cathcart Street then spending the rest of her life just around the corner in her beloved home on Elworthy. She was a graduate of the University of Western Ontario (class of 1971) and attended Althouse College. She was on faculty at Wheable and Saunders Secondary School where she taught French and Computer Science. Her early interest in personal computers led her to become one of London’s first teachers of Computer Science.

Beverley loved spending days in her magical garden, going for long walks into town, caring for her cats, and pouring over her library of cookbooks. Her passion for exploration took her to Italy, France, Scotland, Belgium and frequent trips to British Colombia and Montreal.

She leaves behind her devoted husband, James Freeman, her children: Jackie Freeman and Christopher Blow and her beloved cats, Tiggs, Cassie and Casper. She will be dearly missed by her life-long neighbours and friends.

A celebration of life will be held in her honor on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 1pm, at the Civic Garden Complex 625 Springbank Drive, London, ON. Arrangements entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex, 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

MARSHALL, Roger Lawrence …

Suddenly on Wednesday, October 4th, 2023, at University Hospital, London, Roger Marshall passed away in his 69th year. Roger was the dedicated father of Genny Morris (Todd), Craig Marshall, Trevor Marshall, and Jackie Marshall. Proud grandpa of Cameron, Simon, Tanner and Rai Morris, Sean Bach, and Daniel and Ethan Marshall. Lovingly remembered by the mother of his children Connie Marshall. Dear brother of Carol Arner (Bob), Reg Marshall (Pat), Vonnie Maronets (Ken), and Angie Marshall. Roger will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Don and Eunice Marshall and his sister Syl Veitenheimer (the late Jerry).

Roger was the owner of R&R Marshall and Sons Trucking Limited for over 50 years. On his off time, he enjoyed fishing, boating, and watching stock car racing. Roger was a caring, family man and was always willing to lend a helping hand when someone was in need.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Roger’s life will be held at the Victory Legion at 311 Oakland Avenue, London on Sunday, October 15th, 2023, from 2-5 pm. Arrangements entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex Inc. 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

TWITCHELL, Murney…

1937-2023

Murney Orville Twitchell passed away on October 2, 2023. Beloved husband to Jean, with whom he shared over 62 happy years together. Left to mourn him are his dearly loved children Kim and James (Kelly Ainge) and his adored granddaughters Maisie and Wynter. He is survived by his dear sister-in-law, Katherine Horton, brothers-in-law Robert McGregor (Norma), Neil McGregor (Larry) and Bill McGregor (MaryLou). He will be remembered by many nieces and nephews. Murney was predeceased by his sisters Shirley (Allan Davidson), Audrey (Peter Liocomo) and Gloria (Lloyd Mousseau) and his brother-in-law Gerald Horton.  Murney’s kindness to family, friends and neighbours will be remembered by all.  As an expression of sympathy, donations in Murney’s memory would be appreciated to Diabetes Canada or Salthaven Wildlife  Rehabilitation and Education Centre. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Cremation London & Middlesex, 519-858-2467.  Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

SHORT, Brian Edward “Snoopy”…

Peacefully after a long battle with Vascular Dementia at Oneida LTC on Sunday, October 1, 2023 at the age of 73. Brian is survived by his beloved wife Liz Dzsudszak-Short of London, his daughters Joanne (Mark) of Golden Lake, Arlene (Chris) of London, Tania (Steve) of Brampton, and stepson Jason of London. Caring grandfather to Alexandra, Cameron, Brady, Dana, Micah, Nathan, Jayden, Benjamin, Phoenix, and great-grandfather to Kevin and Evelyn. Dear brother of Gerry, Janet, Robert and Earl. Predeceased by his parents Samuel and Mary Ellen Short (nee Bennett), wife Madonna (St. Croix) (1989), sisters Joan Woodfine and Helen Stansbury, and brother Paul Short. He will be deeply missed by his family and all that knew him. Brian’s wishes will be honoured and cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Arrangements entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex, 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

JACOBS, (Jake) Jacobus Catharina Roland Maria ………

Peacefully at his residence on Monday, September 18, 2023, Jake passed away in his 64th year after a courageous two and a half year battle with cancer.

Jake was not alone in his final moments. His beloved partner of 12 years, Terra Gallagher sat and comforted him throughout this whole ordeal, lovingly holding his hand as he departed our world to find ultimate peace.

Born in March 1960 in The Netherlands, Jake was the eldest son of Cornelius and Petronella Jacobs. In his first 26 years, Jake attended primary school and then boarding school. He developed an interest for agriculture and completed both his primary and secondary agricultural schooling within the Netherlands, France and Indonesia receiving a diploma for his efforts.

 In 1986 Jake made the difficult choice to emigrate across the world to further his education in agriculture. Once settled in Canada, Jake stayed with Gus and Joan Sonneveld, who he considered his secondary set of parents, while attaining further education in agricultural practices.

Jake married in 1992 and went on to have two children, a daughter named Amanda, and a son named Jason. Jake worked hard to provide for his children, and is remembered as a strong, diligent and kind father who expressed his pride for his kids to anyone he met.

Jake worked hard in a variety of jobs, some on the farm, and some in farming equipment installation. In 2006 Jake began working for Silver Top Supply, now known as SITECH. Jake spent 17 years in this job, and was respected and cared for by all of the people he met. He was known as an extremely hard worker who could always be counted on and showed up each day with a smile on his face ready to work.

Jake is survived by his children Amanda and Jason Jacobs (partner Jaimie), and his partner Terra Lynn Gallagher, and her mom Lori and daughter Torie. In the Netherlands Jake is survived by his mama, sister Mirjan (husband Erik), and brothers Rob (wife Crystal) and Ruud (wife Alice) along with many nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by his loving father, Cornelius Jacobs, Mr. and Mrs. and Sonneveld.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers donations in memory of Jacobus may be made to the London Regional Cancer Program. A very special thanks to the doctors and healthcare workers that cared for Jake and supported him and his family throughout this difficult journey.

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

WILSON, Lee…

It is with saddened hearts that the family of Lee Robert James Wilson must announce his passing on September 25, 2023, at Victoria Hospital in London, Ontario. He was in his 52nd year and was a comical man but lived a complicated life. Lee struggled with diabetes and several other diseases throughout his short lifetime.

Lee left behind a sister, Tara Shepherd (London, ON), her husband, Bill, and their son, Nicklas. Aunt Lisa Clare (Myrtle Beach, SC, USA), her husband, Mark, and their family. Aunt Kimberly Thomas (St. Mary’s, ON), her husband, Stephen, and their boys. Some “Dugas” aunts and uncles and their families in Nova Scotia.

Lee was pre-deceased by Bob and Gert Wilson (Grandpa and Nanny), Larry and Betty (Father and Mother), uncle Jerry Wilson, William and Priscilla Dugas (Grandpa and Grandma) and some “Dugas” aunts and uncles in Nova Scotia. We all hope that Lee will soon happily reunite with these loved ones, and finally rest in peace.

A private family ceremony will be held in Lee’s honour. If anyone would like to support Lee in his passing, please do so with a donation to Diabetes Canada, 442 Adelaide Street North, London N6B 3H8. Arrangements entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex Inc. 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

McCALLUM, Arnold Grant…
Peacefully with family by his side, on Friday, September 22, 2023, at Parkwood Institute, London, Grant McCallum passed away in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Marie McCallum for 65 years. Loving father of Mark McCallum and his wife Pat and Kim Mann and her husband Steve. Dear grandfather of Kathryn Stewart, Jordan McCallum (Paulina), Kyle Mann (Stephanie), and Darcy Mann and missed by great-grandchildren Maddison, Andrew, Callum, and Madden.

Grant proudly retired from a lifelong career at Bell Canada. He enjoyed his retirement traveling through out Canada and the USA in the RV with Marie. The two of them spent many weeks camping, he had a great appreciation for nature and the outdoors. Grant loved indulging in conversation with anyone and everyone he met. His true love and devotion were to his family, he had great pride in his family’s accomplishments and successes, he was always there to support or lend a helping hand to his children and was a very proud Grandpa Bus.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honour Grant are asked to do so with a donation to a charity of their choice. Arrangements entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex Inc. 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

SOLOGUK, Brian…

June 24th 1966 – September 12th 2023

                It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of Brian Sologuk who passed away peacefully at his home in London Ontario. Brian will be dearly missed by his brother Terry (Kathleen) of Sudbury, nephew Christopher Sologuk (Megan), great uncle to Madison and Nathan of Chatham and niece Kaitlin Sologuk (Brent) of Lively.  Predeceased by his father, John Sologuk, mother Lea and brother Richard.

               One of Brian’s greatest passions was playing on his beloved Gators baseball team.  He was an ever so faithful fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs and enjoyed spending time out in his yard. There will be a Celebration of Life in London at a later date. Arrangements entrusted with Cremation London & Middlesex, 519-858-2467. Online condolences shared at www.cremationlondon.com

KERELUIK, Shelley…

Shelley Kereluik passed away peacefully at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 in her 69th year. Beloved wife of Peter Kereluik for 48 years. Loving mother of Amy Buffone and her husband Andrew. Cherished Gramma of Aiden.

Shelley was a dedicated nurse for many years. She enjoyed spending countless hours with her grandson Aiden, who was the light of her life.

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Shelley’s life will be held at a later date. In her memory, donations may be made to the London Regional Cancer Program, 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