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Aviva Shani Barth
Barth, Aviva Shani Tragically, as the result of an accident on Saturday, August 7, 2004. Aviva Shani Barth, cherished daughter of Goldie (Greenspoon) and Saul Barth of Guelph. Beloved sister of Jennifer and Aaron. Grandaughter of Genya Barth of Israel. Dearly loved niece, cousin and friend of many. Soulmate of Noah Wagner. Funeral Service at the Beth Isaiah Synagogue Surrey & Dublin Streets Guelph on Tuesday, August 10, 2004 at 2:00pm with Cantor Haskell Bahar officiating. Interment Beth Isaiah Section of Woodlawn Memorial Park. Arrangements entrusted to the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph 519-824-0031. Memorial contributions to the United Israel Appeal Aviva Barth High School Outreach Fund for the Regional Jewish Communities of Ontario would be appreciated.
Clayton Schneider
passed away with his family by his side, at the Groves Memorial Community Hospital, Fergus on Thursday, September 9, 2004. Clayton Schneider at the age of 68 years. Beloved husband of Shirley (Clayton) Schneider. Dear father of Debbie (Gerry), Douglas, both of Guelph and John (Deanna) of Fergus. Sadly missed by his grandchildren, Jason Hewitson (Karen), Crystal Hewitson, Jessica Hanna and his great grandchildren Alissa, Braiden, and Chloe. Brother of Teresa Foxton of Wingham, Dorothy MacKinnon and Mary Anderson, both of Teeswater and Ted Schneider (Ruth) of Coe Hill. Dear son-in-law of Dorothy Clayton of Guelph. Long time and dear friend of Bob Halliburton. Predeceased by his sons, Donald (1979) and David (1961); his father-in-law, Alfred Clayton; mother and father, Mary and Otto Wissler; sister, Lavern Embro and brother, Leonard Wissler. Clayton was a retired employee with the City of Guelph Parks and Recreation Department where he worked from 1967 to 1994. Friends may call at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph (from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 pm Sunday). Service will be held at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL on Monday, September 13 at 2:00 pm with Major James Reid and Lt. Col. Wayne Pritchard officiating. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions to the The Salvation Army Building Fund, Guelph or the Action Read Community Literacy Centre would be appreciated.
Agnes Dunn
At her home with her family at her side, in Guelph on Friday, September 10, 2004. Agnes (McClenaghan) Dunn at the age of 74 years. Beloved wife of Robert J. Dunn. Dear mother of Vivian Keel and her husband Ron, David Dunn and his wife Robin, Anne Poole and her husband Brian, all of Guelph. Loved grandma of Deborah (Kevin), Steven (Jamie), Christopher, Paul, Mathew, Brianne and great granma of Gavin, Kylee and Alexander. Dear sister of Jean Chambers (Robert) and Elizabeth McClenaghan of Belfast. Always remembered by her friend Eleanor Wotherspoon and her niece Joan (Cecil) Colgan of Guelph. Predeceased by 4 brothers and 1 sister. Friends may call at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph (from 7 to 9 pm Monday ). Service at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL on Tuesday, September 14 at 1:00pm. Cremation with Inurnment Woodlawn Memorial Park. A reception will follow in the Trillium Room of the Funeral Home. Memorial contributions to the Saint Elizabeth Health Care or the Canadian Cancer Society-Wellington County Unit would be appreciated.
Maria (Kiryluk) Nelson
At the Guelph General Hospital on Friday, September 10, 2004. Maria (Kiryluk) Nelson at the age of 68 years. Beloved wife of Robert Nelson of RR#2 Acton. Loving mother of Jackie Robinson and her husband Tom of Guelph. Loved baba of Sean, Chad and Taylor. Predeceased by her parents John and Justina Kiryluk. Maria was a retired 40 year employee of Imperial Tobacco. Family services were held at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Edward Tarrington
TARRINGTON, Edward (Ted) - (1910-2004). Crossed the Bar. It is with great sadness that the family of Edward Tarrington announces his passing September 11, 2004, at Guelph General Hospital. Left to mourn his passing is his wife of 73 years, Dorothy Glover Tarrington. His children, Joyce Morton and partner Cesare Magaton, Helen First and partner Richard Gervais, Jean Tarrington, David and Cathy Tarrington. He leaves nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, as well as a sister Lillian Watt, Guelph. Born in Port Hope, Ontario in 1910 Ted was orphaned at age six and raised with the David McBeath family in Guelph. Ted went to work on the lake boats and got a taste of the sea at a very young age. He was drawn back to the sea at the outbreak of World War II. He served as a Chief Petty Officer in the Royal Canadian Navy for four years. He was an honourary member of the Guelph Naval Veterans Association as well as an honourary member of the Chief Petty Officers Club and a member of the H.M.C.S. Sackville. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Elora Branch 229. At the end of World War II Ted returned to work as a machinist at Harding Carpets. His hobby was building model warships and the history of the Royal Canadian Navy filled his home. He was a proud old sailor and leaves his family with a sense of pride in our heritage. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL-McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi St., Guelph on Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Visitation prior to service at 6:30 p.m. Ted's remains will be taken out to sea on a Canadian warship during the Battle of the Atlantic celebrations next May. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Guelph Salvation Army. At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them. Rest in Peace dear Dad.
Betty Barendregt
at the Grand River Hospital (KWHC), Kitchener on Sunday, September 12, 2004. Betty (Kent) Barendregt at the age of 68 years. Beloved wife of Daniel Barendregt of Kitchener. Loving mother of Joan Hoffer of Elmira and Kevin Barendregt (Jeannette) of Cambridge. Devoted Oma of Aaron, Drew, Chad, Easton and Riley. Sadly missed by her sister, Barbara Kritsch (Ralph) of Orleans and her brother, Bill Kent (Laurraine) of Wheatley, Ontario. Fondly remembered by her sister-in-laws, Jenny Buis (Geurt) of Strathroy and Joanne deBlieck & Nellie Beckett, both of St. Thomas. Predeceased by her parents, William & Christina Kent. Betty was an active member of Bridgeport United Church Choir. After many years of work at the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital, Betty enjoyed quilting and faithfully attended the Elmira Quilting Club. Her love for her five grandsons, as well as her devotion to her family was evident to all who knew her. Friends may call at Bridgeport United Church, 40 Bridge Street West, Kitchener (from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 pm Wednesday). Funeral services will be held at Bridgeport United Church on Thursday, September 16 at 11:00am with Rev. Carl Sievert & Rev. Paul Clarkson officiating. Cremation with inurnment Parkview Cemetery. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions to Bridgeport United Church or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph (519) 824-0031.
Francis Leslie
Suddenly in Durham, ON, on Thursday, September 16, 2004, at the age of 75 years. Beloved husband of the late Catherine Leslie (1998). Father of Ronald Leslie of Joplin, Missouri; step father of Patricia Jeanette Zolnai of Durham, Franklin Thomas Zolnai of Campbellville, and Stephen Robert Zolnai of Durham, and their families. Friends may call at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph ( from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday ). Funeral service will be held at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL on Saturday, September 18, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Leonard Fischer officiating. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society Wellington County Unit or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated. We invite you to leave your memories and donations online
Gibson, Doris Amelia
at the Guelph General Hospital, on Friday, September 17, 2004. Doris (Buell) Gibson at the age of 82 years. Beloved wife for 49 years of Charles Gibson. Dear mother of Christina Cutler and her husband Steven of Guelph; Kim Gibson of Toronto, and Ken Gibson and his wife Muriel of Blind River. Dearest Nana of Alex, Laura, Graham, and Jesse. At Doris's request there will be no visitation or service. Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph.
Kathleen "Kay" Guthrie
Gently passed into the presence of her Lord at her home, on Tuesday, September 21, 2004 with her family at her side. Kay (Butcher) Guthrie at the age of 81 years. Cherished and loving wife for 57 years of Gordon Guthrie. Proud mom of Frank (Karen), Gordon Jr. and Scott (Deb). Dearly loved grandma of Cameron (Rachel), Janice, Alyssa, Toby and Brooklynne. Great grandma of Anakin and Adelaide. Dear sister-in-law of Betty Gardner, Rae Guthrie (Eileen), Olive Bleach (Bill), Winnie Butcher and Carol Guthrie. Always remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brother, Jack Butcher; sister, Madeline Barnard (Syd) and her brother-in-laws, Frank Guthrie and Bruce Gardner. Friends may call at Lakeside Church, Conservation Road at Victoria Road N. Guelph (Thursday from 7 to 9 pm, and Friday 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 pm). The Funeral service will be held at Lakeside Church on Saturday, September 25 at 10:00 am. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions to the Lakeside Church Building Fund would be appreciated. Arrangements have been entrusted to the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph. We invite you to leave your memories and donations online.
Valerie Crompton
Suddenly but peacefully at the Grand River Hospital, Kitchener, on Saturday, September 25, 2004. Valerie (Wheelhouse) Crompton at the age of 63 years. Beloved wife of Keith Crompton. Dear mother of Stephen (Lynne) of Portsmouth, England, Tina Leek (Mick) of Nottingham, England, Paul, Darren and Christopher (Sarah Howlett), all of Guelph. Sadly missed by her grandchildren, Rebecca, Lindsey, Tara, Hayley, Adrian and Shane. Loved sister of Joyce Lowe (Alan) of Nottingham, England. Friends may call at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph (from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 pm Tuesday). Complete service at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL on Wednesday, September 29 at 1:00 with The Rev. David Howells officiating. Cremation Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Douglas Knipe
passed away at the Guelph General Hospital on Sunday, September 26, 2004. Doug Knipe in his 70th year. Beloved husband of Joan (Rogers) Knipe for almost 50 years. Loving father of Douglas A. Knipe and Catherine Knipe (Jeff McGuire), loving grandfather of Nathanial (Guelph) and Leonard (Florida). Doug was involved in a variety of activities including golf and curling and also loved to travel. He was a longstanding member of Col. John McCrae Branch 234 Royal Canadian Legion, a longtime employee of Van Water and Rogers. He also established County Solvents and Chemicals of Guelph upon his retirement. Friends may call at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph (from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 pm Thursday). Funeral service will be held at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL on Friday, October 1 at 11:00 am with The Rev. Stephen Berryman officiating. Cremation Woodlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Lung Association of Wellington County or the St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation - Hamilton would be appreciated. Special thanks to Dr. Hollinger, the nurses and staff of the Guelph General Hospital Critical Care Unit.
Margaret Pritchard
Pritchard, Margaret Alma Peacefully at the Guelph General Hospital on Monday, September 27, 2004. Margaret Alma (Corbett) Pritchard at the age of 83 years. Loving mother of Lorna Wright of Fergus and Carolyn Pritchard of Guelph. Devoted grandma of Tom Wright (Lynn) of Guelph and .Greg Wright (Kelly) of Barrie. Loved great-grandma of Stephanie, Darrin and Devan. Predeceased by her 5 brothers and 3 sisters. Friends may call at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph (from 2 to 3 pm Wednesday ). Service at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL on Wednesday, September 29 at 3:00pm. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions to the Guelph Wish Fund for Children would be appreciated.
David Gross
Peacefully at Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Tuesday, September 28, 2004. Dave Gross at the age of 69 years. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Gross (1999). Loving father of Luanne Morrow (Donald) of Barrie, Dwayne Gross (Amy) of Cambridge, Dory Gross (Jeff) of Guelph and the late Tana (1965). Proud papa of Shaylyn, Jessica, Emily, Ashley and Jami. Survived by his mother-in-law, Dorothy Reid; sisters-in-law, Carol Kemnitz, Marilou Coish and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brother, Robert Gross. Friends may call at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph (from 1 to 3 pm & 6 to 8 pm Friday). Service will be held at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL on Saturday, October 2 at 10:00am. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated.
