GEORGE, Robert (Bob) James
September 28, 1916 - November 25, 2009 [with photo]
Windsor Star December 5, 2009 (Saturday)
Died peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, November 25, 2009, Robert (Bob) J. George of Whiteway, Newfoundland aged 93 years. Predeceased by his parents, five siblings, and his precious great-granddaughters Andrea and Becky Sparkes. Leaving to mourn his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Vivian, their seven children, two daughters: Helen Sparkes (Gary), Elaine Drover (Jack) and five sons: James (Clara), Lloyd (Jackie), Robert (Jo-Anne), Darryl (Karen), all of Newfoundland and the Reverend Kevin George (Lieutenant (Navy) Catherinanne George) of Tecumseh, ON, as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Bob enjoyed his visits to Southwestern Ontario, and the many friends he made in Windsor and Essex County. He will be particularly missed at St. Mark's by-the-Lake Church, where he spent a great deal of time. Funeral Services were held on Saturday, November 28 in Whiteway. Messages of condolence may be sent care of St. Mark's by-the-Lake Church stmarkschurch@cogeco.net    In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob's memory may be made to St. Mark's by-the-Lake Raising the Roof fund, or a charity of one's choice.

HATCHARD, Myrtle (nee Colbourne)
Windsor Star November 24, 2009 (Tuesday)
Born in Lushs Bight Newfoundland. Passed away peacefully on November 22, 2009 in her 82^nd year. Reunited with her husband Robert Sr. (2006) with whom she shared 53 years of marriage. Loving mother to Nancy Zvric and husband Greg of Windsor; Robert and wife Marianne of London. Cherished grandma to Kali Sak and husband Chris of Windsor; Casey Balmer and husband Matthew of Windsor, Alaina Zvric, Adam Zvric, Matthew Zvric, David Hatchard, and Jessica Hatchard of London. Great-grandmother to Noah Sak. Dear sister to Stan Colbourne and wife Rita of Newfoundland, Jenny Wells and her late husband Calvin of Bancroft, and predeceased by sister Lillian Clark and husband Les, Annie Spracklin and husband Sy, and brother Roderick Colbourne and surviving wife Ruby. Dear sister-in-law to the late Art and Jean Hatchard. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Longtime member of First Lutheran Church of Windsor. Visitation at the WINDSOR CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, 1700 Tecumseh Rd. E. on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayers Wednesday evening at 8 p.m. Funeral Service on Thursday, November 26, 2009 at 11 a.m. in the Chapel. Pastor Gilvan de Azevedo officiating. Interment to follow at Victoria Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Special thanks to the staff of Royal Oak Nursing Home, Kingsville for their love and care provided to Mom. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Windsor or the Alzheimer's Society. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com

Engagement.
McDonald / Power [with photo of couple]
Windsor Star July 4, 2009 (Saturday)
Roger & Rosemary Martel, along with the late Bernard and Ada Power wish to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Jessica McDonald to Jeff Power. The wedding will take place August 2^nd, 2009 in Newfoundland. May your lives be filled with laughter, love and happiness. Love Mom & Papa.

SHIPLEY, Florence [with photo]
Windsor Star September 23, 2009 (Wednesday)
With great sorrow we announce the passing of Florence Marie Shipley (nee: Walsh) at Victoria Hospital, London, on September 20, 2009, in her 69^th year. Loving wife of Colin and beloved mother of Bruce and Dayle (Alan Simpson). She will be sadly missed by her loving granddaughter Kaila Simpson. Dear daughter of Elizabeth Walsh of St. John's, Nfld. Also survived by 6 sisters and 5 brothers. Very much loved by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her father Walter Walsh and her brother Jerome Walsh. Visitors will be received in the O'Neil Funeral Home, 350 William St., London, on Thursday from 2:00 - 4:00 & 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Andrew the Apostle Church, (1 Fallon Lane at Huron), London, on Friday at 11:00 a.m. Interment St. Peter's Cemetery, London. Prayers Thursday at 2:00 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit of LHSC, Victoria Campus, London. Online condolences at www.oneilfuneralhome.ca

WISEMAN, Major Bernard
[with photo in Salvation Army uniform]
Windsor Star July 10, 2009 (Friday)
Promoted to glory on Wednesday, July 8, 2009 in his 85 year. Beloved husband of Lillian (2000) and Gen (2004). Will be sadly missed by daughters Margaret (Maggie) Taylor and husband Herb, Sheha, Saskatchewan; Ruth Gilliland and husband Reverend Kim, Cottam, Ontario; and son Donald, Edmonton, Alberta. Proud grandfather of Andrew, John, Stephen and Rebekah Gilliland, Michael, James and Katherine Taylor. Predeceased by his parents Edgar and Margaret (Maggie) Wiseman of Little Bay Islands, Newfoundland, and sister Delphina (Mrs. Brigadier Arthur Evans), and brother Maxwell.

He entered the C.F.O.T. in the Courageous Session Commissioned (Ordained) in 1958. Lillian and Bernie pastored several churches before being transferred to Men's Social Services where they were instrumental in establishing a rehab for alcoholics in Saskatoon, and overseeing the erecting of two buildings in Edmonton, one of which houses the Divisional Headquarters for the Alberta and Prairie Division. Bernie retired in 1989. He was a faithful soldier of the Salvation Army South Windsor Citadel.

Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Avenue East, Essex (519-776-4233) on Friday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. On Saturday, July 11, 2009 family and friends are invited to gather at the Salvation Army South Windsor Citadel Community Church, 1201 Grand Marais Rd. W., Windsor after 10 a.m. until the time of funeral service to celebrate Bernie's life at 11 a.m. On Monday, July 13, 2009 family and friends are invited to gather at Bourcier Funeral Home, 222 Spruce Street, Espanola, Ontario from 10 a.m. until time of graveside service at 11 a.m. at Espanola Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Salvation Army South Windsor Citadel Community Church would be appreciated. You are invited to share words of comfort and remembrance or make a charitable donation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
[Note: same obituary in Saskatoon StarPhoenix on July 11, 2009]