15 | Wednesday, February 19, 2014 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insidehalton.com l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries MONETTA, Teodosio (Ted) Passed away at his home on Friday February 14, 2014 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of the late Dora Monetta (1991). Survived by his loving companion of 19 years, Mary Bakular. Devoted father of Angela (Robert), Canio (Lisa) and John (Annie). Cherished Nonno to Giacomo and Mateo. Brother of Michele Monetta (Rose), Donata DeBonis (Rocco) and Filomena Nitti (Teodosio). Brother -in- law of Maria Pafundi (Joe). Visitation will be held at OAKVIEW FUNERAL HOME, 56 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville on Wednesday February 19, 2014 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. as well as Thursday February 20, 2014 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Andrew Roman Catholic Church, 47 Reynolds Street, Oakville on Friday February 21st, 2014 at 11 a.m. Entombment will follow at Glen Oaks Memorial Gardens. The family would like to extend a special thanks to all of the nurses of the Dialysis unit for their exceptional patience and kindness. In memory of Ted, donations to O.T.M.H Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.oakviewfuneral.ca GOODFELLOW, James Morten Died peacefully at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital in Bracebridge, with his family by his side, on Sunday, February 16th, 2014 in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Pauline Goodfellow of Bracebridge. Loving father of Kate GoodfellowCartier (Fred) of Burlington and Jeffrey Goodfellow (Connie) of Stoney Creek. Loving grandfather of Natasha and Mason. Cremation has taken place. As your expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society. Arrangements entrusted to Reynolds Funeral Home `Turner Chapel' of Bracebridge. Messages of condolence can be made at www.reynoldsfuneral.com JEFFRIES, Margaret Anne Peacefully on Sunday February 16, 2014 at Sheridan Villa, Mississauga in her 83rd year. Margaret, beloved wife of the late Keith. Loved mother of Bill, Carol, Debbie and the late Bruce. Loving grandmother of Sandor, Kasey, Cory, Bill, Eric and great grandmother of Haylie and Mackenzie. Dear sister-in-law to Yvonne, Don and Leanne. Memorial visitation will take place at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville (one block east of Kerr, 905-844-2600) from 12 noon until 1pm on Friday February 21, 2014 followed immediately by a reception. If desired memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer Society. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com BENCH, Diana Margaret (nee Dando) December 12, 1933 - February 12, 2014 Diana passed away peacefully at Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, February 12, 2014 in her 81st year. Diana was a lifetime resident of Oakville and raised on Bellymena Estate by parents Richard and Elizabeth. Beloved wife of William for over 60 devoted years and cherished mother of Larry (Anak) and Randy (Lisa). Diana (Nana) will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Jennifer (Jay), Darren (Emma) and great grandchild Kye. She is predeceased by brothers William and Reginald (Reg) and she will be lovingly remembered by all her extended family and friends. Visitation will take place at Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Rd. West, Oakville (one block east of Kerr, 905-844-2600) from 11.a.m. 1.p.m. on Monday, February 24, 2014 followed by the celebration of Diana's life at 1 p.m. in the Kopriva Taylor Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or CNIB Canada would be appreciated by the family. Condolences through www.koprivataylor.com CHAFFEE, Reverend Alan Wilson Passed away surrounded by the love of his family, and entered Heaven on Saturday, February 15, 2014 at the age of 83. Predeceased by his loving wife Wynne. Beloved father of Anne (Michael), Tom (Shannon), Laurie, and David (Tamara). Loving "Grampa" of Emily, Bennett, Morgan, Molly, Kina, and Del. Dear brother of Ruth (David). Predeceased by his siblings Herbert Alton Jr. and Rita (Bill). Alan will be greatly missed by his nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Visitation will be held at the GLEN OAKS MEMORIAL CHAPEL AND RECEPTION CENTRE, 3164 Ninth Line, Oakville (at Dundas St.) on Wednesday, February 19, 2014 from 7-9 p.m. A Celebration of Alan's Life will be held at Church of the Epiphany, 141 Bronte Road, Oakville on Thursday, February 20, 2014 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Ontario Pioneer Camps (www.pioneercamp.ca/support-us/) would be appreciated. Online condolences www.glenoaks.ca SHILCOCK, Jean Jean Shilcock (née McClatchey) was born in Stratford, Ontario November 17, 1934 and died in Burlington on February 15, 2014. Jean received her early education in Stratford, Kitchener and Hamilton and graduated from McMaster with a degree in modern languages in 1955. She taught French at Saltfleet High School, Stoney Creek, St. Clair Junior High, Toronto and Oakville-Trafalgar High School. After taking early retirement she worked as a sales associate at Eaton's, Erin Mills, becoming a member of the "Million Dollar Club" in the last year of Eaton's existence. She then worked in a similar capacity at Sears' Sherway Gardens. Jean sang in her husband's choirs at Appleby United, Burlington, St. Paul's United, Dundas, where she served for a number of years as choir librarian, and Knox Presbyterian, Oakville. She was also Treasurer of the Niagara/ Huron Branch of the Royal School of Church Music. Jean enjoyed hiking on the Bruce Trail and also in Algonquin Park. She was an avid traveller visiting almost every country in Eastern and Western Europe and the Middle East at least once (and some of them several times). She is survived by her husband Tom and by several cousins. A special thank you to the staff at Creek Way Village for their loving care. Visitation will be held at the Marlatt Funeral Home "Swackhamer Chapel", 195 King Street West, Dundas on Wednesday, February 19 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, 89 Dunn Street, Oakville (one block west of Trafalgar Road) on Thursday, February 20, 2014 at 11 a.m., reception to follow. Burial to follow at Grove Cemetery, Dundas. On-line condolences may be made at www.marlattfhdundas.com. MYERS, John Joseph It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather at OTMH, on February 16, 2014, in his 84th year. Survived by his loving wife Shirley of 54 years, his children Steve (Janet), John (Shelley), Linda Kelly (Dan), Cathy Park (Thurlow) and grandchildren, Danny, Jessica, Bryce, Zak, Shyanne, Tyler, Ryan and great granddaughter Lailah. We will miss your warm smile, your sense of humour and your positive attitude towards life. A service will be held at St. Gabriel's Parish, 2261 Parkway Drive, Burlington on Thursday, February 20th at 1 pm. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated. POWER, Jennifer Hamilton passed peacefully on Friday February 14th in Bobcaygeon at the splendid age of 95. Jenny is survived by her loving daughters June Brand (Wayne) of Lindsay, and Michelle Marriott (Arthur) of Clifton Australia, her grandchildren Shelley Brand, Joe Marriott (Anna) of Vancouver, and Jenny Marriott (Australia). She is pre-deceased by her beloved husband John LeaverPower (2001), her only son John Leaver-Power (2005), son-in-law David Brand (1991), and grand-son Liam (1990). Jennifer was a WWII Veteran, serving with the RAF North Weald, in the War Room. Mum and dad emigrated to Montreal from England in 1956 with 3 kids in tow. In 1967 they moved to Oakville where they lived for many years. Mum loved her garden; no matter where we lived, mum's English gardens were a beautiful oasis for all who walked in them. She was painter of water colours, an avid camper, philosopher, and truly cared for those less fortunate. She volunteered her time and gave generously and lovingly to everyone blessed to meet her along their way. She was brave, witty, devoted to her family and to her Lord. She will always remain our hero. Visitation Friday February 21st @ 10:00a.m. at St. Jude's Anglican Church 160 William Street Oakville, Funeral same day @ 11:00a.m. GILCHRIST, Barbara Blake In her 92nd year, and following a decade long decline due to Alzheimer's, Barbara died peacefully at Northridge Long Term Care in Oakville, Ontario on Saturday, February 1st, 2014. Born in Toronto, February 28th, 1922, she was predeceased by John (2004), her husband of 60 years, her parents Parker and Gertrude Blake and her sister Jane Murphy (Martin). Much beloved mother of George of Sudbury, Gai McChesney (Tim) of Oakville, and Cindy of North Vancouver, BC. Adored "Grandy" of Megan O'Toole (Shaun) and Matthew McChesney (Jennifer) of Toronto and "Great Grandy" to Hoxton O'Toole. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and brothers-in-law Dick Richmond and Martin Murphy. Barbara was a very generous and giving person, who always saw the best in people and made everyone feel special. She was charming, elegant, fashionable, full of grace, and a hostess extraordinaire. Better known as Mrs. G to hundreds of Glen Bernard Campers, Barb directed Glen Bernard Camp for over 20 years serving as an inspiration and role-model for girls and young women that attended the camp. Throughout her life she was a tireless volunteer for numerous organizations including: Cradleship Creche, Canadian Cancer Society, Wychwood Park Needlework Guild, Grace Church on the Hill, Rotary Inner Wheel, Ontario Camping Association and Hillcrest Public School to name a few. Barb enjoyed bridge, travel, summers on Lake Bernard, Sundridge, her many lunch groups and was an active member of the Granite Club where she enjoyed curling and fitness. Barb lived by the words spoken every morning during flag raising at camp: "....but today well-lived, makes every yesterday a dream of happiness and every tomorrow, a vision of hope." A visitation will be held on Friday, February 28th, 2014 at 1pm, with a memorial service at 2pm and a reception to follow, at Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville, Ontario L6K 1E1. In lieu of flowers, give someone a smile and a hug and if so inclined, make a donation in Barb's memory to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be given through www.koprivataylor.com