Obituaries

Local Obituaries for London, Ontario in Canada

Lewis Robert Ernest

Lewis Robert Ernest

Jan 1, 2019

Lewis Robert Ernest passed peacefully away in his 89th year on Saturday January 26th 2019 at Middlesex Terrace Nursing Home. Loving husband of Shirley Ernest (nee: Lachance) of 61 years. Dear father to Suzanne Ernest (Darrell) and Patricia Stapleton (Joe). Proud Pepere to Nicole, Jacquie (Kyle), Campbell and Kendra Stapleton. A special thank you to the wonderful staff at Middlesex...

Maria Alice Claro

Maria Alice Claro

Jan 1, 2019

Peacefully, with her family by her side, at University Hospital, London on Saturday, March 2, 2019, Maria Alice Claro in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Basilio Dos Santos Claro (2010). Dear mother of Manuel Claro (late Silvina 2018), Maria Alice Regateiro (Joao) and Ana Ferreira (Jorge). Loving grandmother of Alice, Paulo, Isabel, Victor, Diana and Miguel. Great-grandmother...

Waldemar Sousa

Waldemar Sousa

Jan 1, 2019

Peacefully, at Parkwood Institute, London, on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 Waldemar de Oliveira Sousa in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of Maria Alice Sousa. Dear father of Walter Sousa (Genie), Maria Goncalves, John Sousa (Connie) and Joe Sousa (Lynn). Loving grandfather of Mike Sousa (Tracey), Monica da Ponte (Chris), Robert Goncalves (Victoria), Jeffrey Goncalves (Stacey), Ashley Ingoglia (Tony) and Melissa...

Norberto Ferreira Coelho

Norberto Ferreira Coelho

Jan 1, 2019

Peacefully, on Friday September 27, 2019, in London, Ontario at the age of 90.Norberto was born in 1929 in Cavaleiros, Mealhada, Portugal and immigrated to Canada in 1955.Norberto treasured his family above all things. He was the loving husband of Anne Dodds, who brought love and happiness to his life from their meeting in 1983 until his passing, and who...

Jose Antonio Raminhos

Jose Antonio Raminhos

Feb 14, 2018

Peacefully on Wednesday, February 14th, 2018 at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, St. Thomas, Ontario, Jose Antonio Pires Raminhos in his 92nd year. Jose was a true gentleman, with a kind heart, sincere dedication and a warm, loving generosity toward others. Predeceased by his beloved wife Deolinda do Carmo Teodoro Raminhos. Exceptional father of Joao Teodoro Raminhos and Vitor Teodoro...

Ela Araujo

Ela Araujo

Feb 13, 2018

Peacefully at University Hospital with her family at her side on Tuesday 13 February 2018, Ela Araujo in her 55 year. Beloved wife of Frank Araujo for 32 years. Dearest mother of Nicole Araujo and her husband Andros Agathos. Cherished Daughter of Wladyslawa Stolfa. Sister of Josef (Teresa) Zankowicz and Henry (Melanie) Zankowicz. Ela is also survied by many nieces...

Joseph Woroniuk

Joseph Woroniuk

Feb 12, 2018

Peacefully at University Hospital with his family at his side on Monday 12 February 2018, Joseph Woroniuk Sr. Beloved husband of 60 years of Helen Marie Woroniuk. Dear father of Carrie (James) Brogan, Patti (Ben) Hunt, Joseph(Janice) Woroniuk, Janice Thompson (Tim) and Michael Woroniuk (Marion). Cherished grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of 10. Brother of Ginny and Margaret. Predeceased by...

Sister Beata Gagnon

Sister Beata Gagnon

Jan 1, 2018

The Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Canada, London Neighbourhood, announce the death of our dear Sister Beata Gagnon at the Residence of the Sisters of St. Joseph at 485 Windermere Road in London. Sister died on Friday, March 2, 2018 surrounded by her religious Sisters, and Staff members. Sister Beata, (Jeanne d'Arc Celine) was born in McGregor,...

Andrew Rozdolsky

Andrew Rozdolsky

Jan 1, 2018

With his family at his side at Victoria Hospital, London, on Saturday, June 30, 2018, Andrew Rozdolsky in his 64th year. Beloved husband of Svitlana (nee:Vynnyk). Loving father of Krista Lynn (Evan) and Annette Nicole. Dear son of Oksana and the late Lew Rozdolsky of Chicago, IL. Cherished brother of Lesia (Dennis), George, Terry (Lori), Nadia, Mark, Tim and Nick...

Sauad Mary Badr

Sauad Mary Badr

Jan 1, 2018

Heaven has gained another angel. On Tuesday, December 11, 2018, Sauad ?Suzy? Badr ( nee: Khouri) was taken suddenly from those who loved her. She was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, friend and child of God. Born in Deir Tahnish, Bekaa, Lebanon. Sauad is predeceased by her loving parents, Wadeh and Jamal Khouri. She is survived by...

Vicky Barbara Fontana

Vicky Barbara Fontana

Jan 1, 2018

Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at her residence on Sunday, August 19, 2018 Vicky Barbara Fontana in her 66th year. Beloved wife of Joseph "Joe" Fontana. Dear mother of Jennifer Baldyga (Sebastian), Michael Owsiak (Naomi) and Ugo Fontana (Amy). Loving grandmother of Matthew, Nikolas, Alessia and Gianluca. Cherished daughter of Janina and the late Jozef Magier (2017). Loved sister...

Monica Cornelius

Monica Cornelius

Jan 1, 2018

Peacefully at Mount Hope in London on Monday, February 5th, 2018, Monica Cornelius in her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late Earl Deline (1978) and Jack Cornelius (1987). Dearest mother of Mary Brown of Dorchester. Cherished grandmother of Scott, Shelley and Barry. Great-grandmother of nine. Special friend of Kathy Merrylees. Predeceased by her parents Zva Colby and George Wilson,...

Rosalina Di cesare

Rosalina Di cesare

Jan 1, 2018

Rosalina "Lina" passed away peacefully with her family by her side on October 30, 2018 at University Hospital, London, in her 93rd year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Antonio Di Cesare (2003). Loving mother of Andrea, his wife Teresa and Remo and his wife Vincenza. Cherished Nonna of Vanessa, her husband Massimo and Rosalyn. She will be missed by many...

Rita Mcgoey

Rita Mcgoey

Jan 1, 2018

Passed away peacefully at Marian Villa, London on Friday, September 21, 2018 while in the care of loving staff. Following her clearly defined wishes cremation has taken place and her funeral will be in Farrellton, Quebec in mid October. Rita"s passing is the closing chapter for a family of 13 children, her siblings having all predeceased her by many years....

Genowefa Wlodarczyk

Genowefa Wlodarczyk

Jan 1, 2018

Peacefully, with her family by her side, at Victoria Hospital, London, on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, Genowefa Wlodarczyk in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Boleslaw Wlodarczyk (1997). Dear mother of Donna Drapala (Jan) and Stanley Wlodarczyk (Jolanta). Loving grandmother of Mark, Derek, Adam, Daniel and Kimberly. Visitors will be received in the O'Neil Funeral Home, 350 William...

Joseph De gouveia

Joseph De gouveia

Jan 1, 2018

Heaven has another angel. With family by his side, Joseph Maria de Gouveia passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 11, 2018, after a courageous battle with cancer. He leaves behind his beloved wife and rock Maria. He was the cherished father of Natasha de Gouveia Basacco (Larry) and proud Grandfather to Ivy. Dear brother to Odilia Gouveia, Connie Haight (Raymond),...

Ann Fife

Ann Fife

Jan 1, 2018

Peacefully, at Parkwood Institute London, with her family by her side on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 Ann Fife in her 76th year. Beloved wife of the late Lorne Elwood Fife (2003). Dear mother of Patrick Lyons and Michelle Lyons. Loving grandmother of Michael, Kelly and Danny. Visitors will be received in the O'Neil Funeral Home, 350 William Street, London on...

Roy Neil Mcdonald

Roy Neil Mcdonald

Jan 1, 2018

At his residence in London on Tuesday, February 20, 2018, Roy Neil McDonald in his 81st year. London's 'Mayor of Richmond Row", writer, poet, philosopher, and friend to all who knew him. The following is Roy's biography in his own words taken from his last book."Born on June 4, 1937, in the evening at Victoria Hospital, in London, Ontario, Canada....

Nicolas Castelyns

Nicolas Castelyns

Jan 1, 2018

Peacefully, at University Hospital, London, on Wednesday, August 29, 2018, Nicolas "Nick" Castelyns in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Lauretta. Dear father of Robin Wood (PJ) and the late Jim Archer. Loving grandfather of Katie Chapman, Robin Archer, Jamie Wood and Bridgette Smith. Great- grandfather of 13. Cherished brother of Franke Van Hesteren (Dianne). Also survived by many nieces...

Frank Andrew Pace

Frank Andrew Pace

Jan 1, 2018

Peacefully at Kensington Village, London, on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 Francis "Frank" Pace in his 91st year. Beloved husband of Esther Nielsen-Pace. Dear father of Andrew (Jackie Patton), Monica Smith (Victor), Susan Harkness (Mike) and Tom Nielsen (the late Janet). Loving grandfather of Cody, Corbin, Connor and Gus. Frank will be greatly missed by his extended family, especially by his...