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•Th e IFP• H alton H ills, Thursday, January 30, 2014 31 To my Family and Friends If you are reading this then my mortal time has come to an end. Thank you for the wonderful talks and experiences we have shared over the decades. During these most stressful and hectic times, please find time to do something that gives you pleasure. To my grandchildren Kayla, Jamie and Gordon Pollock, to my children Michael and Erika and their wonderful spouses Jackie and Derek, and to my Mom, Dad and Sister Maeve, I love you so much and you have given me such great pleasures, thank you. To my love Wayne, you know what I am thinking. Living with melanoma has not been fun, particularly the past year when I no longer enjoyed a glass of wine during conversations with friends! I knew a lot about this disease before I found the suspicious mole on my heel in 2009. Surgery in Thunder Bay (1997) successfully treated a spot on my thigh and in earlier in 2009 my brother Jim died because of this disease. This time I was not on the favourable side of the 95% who are cured by the initial simple surgery. While the prognosis was terrible and the various treatments were not fun I met many wonderful, caring professionals all of whom were fully committed to my treatment. They never failed to surround me with love and positive energy. Thanks to them all. One comfort for me in these last days was knowing that my remains would assist melanoma researchers to further understand and make advances towards a cure. A cure is coming, but for now protect yourself from over exposure to the sun - sunscreen, a hat and cover. Do it for me please. Wayne will open our home for you to gather for my version of an Irish Wake Friday January 31st through to Sunday February 2nd . Please contact him for times: wayne_scott@sympatico.ca 905 702 8379 Katie M. Scott B.A. RMT June 9, 1951 - January 20, 2014 Katie passed away in her sleep at home after 4 ½ years of living a full life in spite of the effects of melanoma and aggressive treatments. Katie often said that as a Registered Massage Therapist she had the greatest job: she really enjoyed meeting and chatting with the wonderful people who came for treatment in her clinic. She requested that in lieu of flowers, friends consider the merit of arranging to become an organ donor. My lesson learned - "Live every day to make the most of it. You will never regret making the effort." MOGG, Lea (nee Pohuda) Of Georgetown and Windsor Ontario. Mother, grandmother, wife and friend. Died Saturday, January 25th, 2014 at 12:30 in Toronto. She was preceded in death by her husband Larry who died in December 2000. A beautiful and conscientious woman, daughter of Eli and Uliana, Russian immigrants to Canada, she was a younger sister to Rose, she grew up and blossomed in Windsor. Education was very impor t an t t o he r : she g radua ted f rom Walkerville High School in 1956, graduated from Windsor Grace Hospital as a Laboratory Te c h n o l o g i s t i n 1 9 5 7 a n d t h e n f r o m Assumption University (University of Windsor) in 1960 with a B.A. She married Larry Mogg in 1962 and had two children, Jason and Kirsten. She moved with Larry to Ottawa in 1962, to Etobicoke in 1966 and to Georgetown in 1968, where she lived the rest of her life. She became a teacher's assistant and worked for over ten years helping students at the Georgetown & District High School. She loved to spend peaceful and fun time at the chalet with her family and friends in Kimberley in the Beaver Va l ley. She was in te l l igent , thought fu l , immensely kind and always very giving of herself. She had real wisdom, she connected well with children and with most anyone she met. She was always available to listen and to talk (especially to brag about her children and grandchildren). Her counsel always made sense and always felt right. She had a moral compass that was extraordinary and, underneath it a quiet, often surprising and underestimated determination and strength. Above all she was utterly devoted to her family. She deeply loved and was loved by her family. She leaves her son , Jason , he r daugh te r K i r s t en , he r grandchildren Hayley McKay, Matyas Mogg and David Mogg and daughter-in-law Hana Mogg Jilkova and an extended family as well as an array of good friends, old and new. She will be very greatly missed. Friends will be received at the J.S. Jones & Son Funeral Home, 11582 Trafa lgar Road, north of Maple Avenue, Georgetown, 905-877-3631 on Wednesday from 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Thursday January 30th, 2014 at 11:00 am. Cremation. In lieu of flowers please make donations in her honour to the education charity of your choice. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com SPARLING, Robert Bruce Paul Robert Bruce Paul Sparling, 58, of Norval passed away at home on the morning of Sunday January 26th, 2014 with loving wife and companion Carol at his side. He was born to the late Ivan and Kathleen Sparling, March 10th 1955 in Brampton Ontario. Bruce attended Streetsville High School and from there went on to obtain his Masters Electrician Licence from George Brown College. Bruce loved spending time with family and friends. His favorite activities included boating, skiing, camping, snowmobiling, dancing, and sharing a good bonfire. Weekends and free-time were spent at his "club house" in the Beaver Valley as he had a great appreciation for the land and the view. He spent many years coaching softball in Hornby, and more recent ly enjoyed watching his granddaughters learn how to swim at their weekly lessons. Bruce married Carol (Morrison) in 1980 and together they had three children; Bonnie (Chad Wrigglesworth), Kate (Scott Holmes) and predeceased by son Eric (August 2006). He is survived by grandchildren Aubree and Clare and was excited to welcome a 3rd grandchild due this coming April. Loved brother of Bill (Marilyn), John (Wanda), Carol (Lanny), and Susie (Rick) and predeceased by Ivan (Judy). Special brother in-law to Jim (Pat), Margo (Gord), and Gord (Sue). Bruce was a fun and loving uncle to his many nieces and nephews who will miss him greatly and could always count on him for creating many fun memories. He had many lifelong friends who will ensure that his antics and spirit are shared amongst the next generation of Sparlings. Visitation will be held at J.S. Jones & Son Funeral Home in Georgetown on Friday January 31st from 2pm - 4pm and 7pm - 9pm. On Saturday February 1st, 2014 a Celebration of Life will be held at the Acton Legion from 1pm - 4pm with a Service starting at 1:30 pm. It will be immediately followed by a social reception. In l ieu of f lowers, donations to celebrate Bruce's life can be made to Cancer Assistance Serving Halton Hills C.A.S.H.H. Bruce lived a vibrant life full of fun, adventure, and love. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him but we take comfort in knowing that he is reunited with son and best friend Eric. McAULEY, Kevin Peacefully, on Monday January 27th, 2014 at Extendicare Halton Hills. Kevin, in his 95th year, husband of the late Marie (nee Whelan). Loving father of Tony (Orawan), Aidan (Patty), Eileen (Americo), Paul and Kieran. Loved grandfather of Ariana, Elena, Sean, Kevin, Stephanie, Daniel and Adam. Great-grandfather of Jamie, Joey and Alaura. He will be sadly missed by longtime family friends Roger and Sheila Smith and their daughter Jenn. A mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 14400 Argyll Road, Georgetown on Friday January 31st, 2014 at 10:00 am. Reception to follow in t h e C h u rc h H a l l . C r e m a t i o n . To s e n d expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com NORTON, Lauretta June (WEST) Retired teacher with Halton Bd. Of Education, Georgetown. Passed away, after a lengthy illness January 20, 2014 at the Wm. Osler Hospital, Brampton. Sister of Terrie LaBonte. June was pre-deceased by her son Randy, and her parents Viola & Heggie West. Private Service with burial at a later date. FARMER, John Pickford Peacefully passed away at Uxbridge C o t t a g e H o s p i t a l o n Tu e s d a y, January, 21, 2014. John Farmer of Bond Head at 86 years of age. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy (nee Jackson). Loving father of John Jr., Sharon (Gord) Scott, Brenda (Ken) Parkes, David (Janet) and Debbie Hotte. John will be fondly remembered by h i s g randch i ld ren and g rea t grandchildren. Friends may call at SKWARCHUK FUNERAL HOME, 30 Simcoe Rd., Bradford (1-800-209-4803) for a memorial visitation on Friday, January 31, 2014 from 1 p.m. until the time of a memorial service held in the Chapel at 2 p.m. In John's memory, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. HAARSMA, Nick Passed away on Monday, January 27th, 2014 at the age of 75 in Orillia, Ontario. After a lengthy illness and with heavy hearts we say goodbye to a great man loved by everyone. Nick is survived by his wife of 51 years Catherine (Turnbull), his children John (Marisa), Michelle (William). He leaves behind 4 grandchildren, Skylar, Zoe, Carter and Samantha. Nick is also survived by his siblings Quirinus (Lia), Don (Corrie), Vera (John), Margaret (Ton). Nick will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and extended family. He was born in H o l l a n d M a rc h 8 t h , 1 9 3 8 a n d w a s a Georgetown resident for 41 years. Nick founded Haarsma Construction, Georgetown Ceramics & Supplies Ltd. and Reflections by Viewfinder. Celebration of Life to be held Saturday, February 1st, 2014 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at 2 Maple Drive, Stoney Creek, Ontario. Donations to St. Michaels Hospital, Cardiac Unit, 30 Bond Street, Toronto, Ontario c/o of Dr. Michael Kutryk would be appreciated. IN LOVING MEMORY OF CHRIS IRELAND June 25/86 - Feb 3/13 If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane we'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again We miss you and you will never be forgotten love always Mom Dad and Mike LINDA TOST May 23rd, 1952 - January 31st, 2004 Her loving face I hope to see again though the days have passed away, Sleep on dear wife, And ake your rest, They miss you most who loved you best. Love, Whitey HAMILTON, TOM November 4th, 1930 - January 28th, 2004 In loving memory of a dear Husband, Father and Poppy No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always kept for you. Fondly remembered by, Ev, Debbie and Clive, Gloria, Terry, Mike and Kelly LILLIAN KIRLEY January 30th, 2007 Our thoughts are ever with you, Though you have passed away, And those who have loved you dearly, Are thinking of you today. Love, Jackie and Kent, Michele and Hal Kyle and Kourtney xoxo KIRK, William (Bill) In loving memory of a dear father and grandpa who passed away February 2nd, 1993. Sadly missed. Aaron, Christopher and Gary THE FAMILY of the late Marilyn Maclean would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our family, friends and wonderful neighbours for your ongoing support, kindness and generous supply of food during this difficult time. 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