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27 | O akville B eaver | T hursday,M arch 31,2022 insidehalton.com BRYANT, Diane ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Diane Margaret Bryant (née Meharry) formerly of Lake Huron Highlands, passed away at Tiverton Park Manor on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at the age of 84. Cherished wife of the late Bev Bryant (2017). Loving mother of Tony (Trish) Bryant of Kincardine, Todd (Lori) Bryant of Michigan and Cynthia Bryant of Kincardine. Beloved Mimi to her grandchildren, Danielle and Benjamin Bryant. Fondly remembered by Judy (Jerry) Boutette, Lori and David Dagenais, Betty Freeman (Craig Moore), ex- tended family members, former business associates, friends and neighbours. Pre- deceased by her parents Art and Eddie Meharry and cousin Bud. Visitation will be held at the Davey-Linklater Funeral Home, Kincardine on Friday, April 1st from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m., where the memorial service to honour Diane's life will take place on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., with Trish Ackert - Bryant officiating. Final resting place Kincardine Cemetery. Mem- orial donations to the Kincardine Hospital Founda- tion (CT Scanner) or a charity of your choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Portrait and memorial online at www.daveylinklater funeralhome.com HEFFERNAN, Gary John (1945-2022) ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with great sadness that the family of Gary John Heffernan announce his passing on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at OTMH. Gary was predeceased by his parents Velma and Howard Gingrich, and Arthur Heffernan. He leaves behind his wife Mary Ellen, his daughters Meagan (Dan Bradley) and Whitney (Brent Houghton). He was a proud and devoted Papa to Gracie, Charlie, Jack, Aidan and Emma. He was so loved and will be missed everyday, but with his difficult challenge with Lewy Body Dementia is over, and he is now at peace. Memorial donations to the Canadian Red Cross Ukrainian fund would be appreciated. OCHS, Almuth 'Allie' Elisabeth (née Muller) ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ An inspirational mother, friend, entrepreneur, sister, and aunt. It is with great sadness that on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, after a short but tenacious battle with cancer, Allie left this world peacefully, in her home in London, Ontario, with her daughter by her side. She was born to the late Helmar Muller, in Frankfurt am Main, Germany on May 27, 1955. She immigrated to Embro, Ontario, Canada in 1981 with her daughter Nina Ochs to build a farm. As a mother, she was devoted, nurturing and inspirational. "The hope of the world lies in what one demands, not of others, but of oneself." - James Baldwin She went on to study at the University of Western Ontario, author her own book, and move to Oakville to create a successful wellness company where she helped and mentored others. She will be deeply missed by her daughter Nina Ochs (Darren Speziale), her brothers, and by many nieces, nephews and friends. As a friend she was entertaining, supportive and full of love. The family wishes to express sincere thanks to Natalie (VON nurse), Dr. Faulds, Dr. Kuruvilla and the countless community and hospital care providers. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2022, from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Bronte Harbour Yacht Club, 2514 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville. For those wishing to attend please email allie@mediconsult.ca. In lieu of flowers/gifts please consider donating to the Humane Society London and Middlesex, London Regional Cancer Program or Mission Services of London. For information on how to donate or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.westviewfuneralchapel.com VAN DE COEVERING, Paula April 21, 1935 - March 23, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with immense sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the death of our beloved Wife, Mom and Oma. Paula passed away on March 23, 2022 in her 87th year at Niagara Health System - St. Catharines Site. Paula is survived by her husband Tony, loving mother to Frank (Donna), Bern, Paul (Jennifer) and Michelle (Dean). Proud Oma of Vanessa (Glen), Ashley (Paul), Jennifer (Jacques), Matthew, Thomas, Jessica, Laura, Adam (Nicole), Erica, Hannah (Cameron), Dena, Maia (Fred) and Luke (Stephanie). Great-Oma to Justin, Jessica, Nicholas, Anna and Anthony. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bernard and Lamberdina Rovers de Kadt and her sister Janny. Paula is survived in Holland by sister Elly Linssen and brother Ben deKadt, sister-in-law Leny Vanlieverloo, brothers-in-law Hans (Ria), Frans (Anne Marie), Pierre (Toke), Wim (Yvonne), Ad and many nieces and nephews. Paula cared for everyone and was a friend to all. She extended a helping hand to anyone in need and was a valued member of the St. James Parish Choir and her book club of many years. She was a beloved early childhood educator to her many students over the years at Crescent Nursery School in Oakville. Paula had a 'green thumb' and loved to care for her garden and many plants. Her devoted love of animals and nature gave her peace. She moved through the world with quiet dignity and grace. The family would like to extend our thanks to Dr. Rahm, Dr. Rout, Dr. Weaver and the staff on 5B at Niagara Health System, Dr. McConachie at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial and a special thanks to the wonderful Carmelite Sisters and staff at Mount Carmel Retirement Residence in St. Catharines. Family and friends were received on Monday, March 28, 2022 between 5 - 8 p.m. at Oakview Funeral Home, 56 Lakeshore Rd. W, Oakville (one block East of Kerr St.). A Funeral Mass was held at St. James Church, 231 Morden Rd., Oakville on Tuesday, March 29th at 11 a.m. Donations in Paula's memory would be greatly appreciated to the Arthritis Society or the Oakville & Milton Humane Society. Online condolences may be made at oakviewfuneral.ca. OBITUARIES | REMEMBERING THE LIVES OF THOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY Always so good, unselfi sh and kind, none on this earth your equal I'll fi nd. Honourable and true in all your ways, loving and faithful to the end of your days, honest and liberal, ever upright, just in your judgment, always right; loved by your friends and all whom you knew, one in a million, that person was you. A wonderful person, friend and aide, one who was better God never made; a wonderful worker, so loyal and true, one in a million - that person was you. Just in your judgment, always right; honest and liberal, ever upright; loved by your friends and all whom you knew. Our wonderful friend - that person was you. A loving person, so gentle and kind; what a wonderful memory you left behind. Long days, long nights, you bore your pain. To wait for a cure, but all in vain. Till God Himself knew what was best. He took you home and gave you rest. Pleasant in manner, patient in pain, our loss is your eternal gain. OBITUARIES