Obituaries

Our NeeNee. And the owl said “Denise, it’s time to come home.” Denise Annette Badgley (nee Watson) left us on December 5, 2021.  Born in London on August 25, 1953, Denise spent most of her childhood in Chatham, later finding much happiness in Calgary. She is welcomed by her mother Helen Austin (Edwards) and father Bob Watson, sister Kathy Moore (Miller), twin brother Dennis Watson, younger brother Rick Dewar and other family members and close friends. Her bright and giving spirit will be missed by her soulmate James (JB) Badgley, who she was fortunate to marry and spend over 47… Read complete obituary here.

William ‘Bill’ Davies passed away suddenly at his home on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at the age of 90. Bill lived his life with the energy of a mischievous child.  Bill was ferociously dedicated to his growing family.  He is survived by his loving wife Kathleen of 67 years and their 3 daughters Vickie Rhyno, Judy MacMillan, and Gail Loyens.  Bill loved to sneak a cold beer with his son-in-laws Earl Rhyno, Rob MacMillan and Mike Loyens.  He was the ultimate patriarch to his grandchildren Alicia, Billy (Jenni), Shayne (Natalie), Tori, Kate (Jordan), Clare, Tayler (Kyle), Blake (Becky), Ali, and… Read complete obituary here.

February 14, 1954 – November 8, 2021 Passed away peacefully at LHSC – University Hospital on Monday, November 8, 2021 at the age of 67. Predeceased by his parents Karl and Aline (Schulrabe) Lesser. Loving husband of Susan (Chitty) Lesser for 41 years. Proud father of three beautiful children; Gregory (Samantha), Kathleen (Keiran), and David. Cherished grandfather of Grace, Sophia, and Graham. Brother of the late Manfred (Sharon), and brother of the heart and mind, Brian Hindley (Louise). Dearly missed by his cousin Daniel (Sebastian), mother-in-law Jill Chitty, and sister-in-law Dorothy Chitty. Fondly remembered by his many friends, including his… Read complete obituary here.

August 30, 1940 – November 6, 2021 It is with sorrow and quite frankly some relief, that we announce the death of Hannah Marie Gillis.  She died at Parkwood Hospital, on Saturday, November 6, 2021.  She was surrounded by family and passed peacefully; just the way she wanted it.  She loved her family and all the wonderful friends she made along the way – from school aged friends from Holy Angels to new friends she met at bowling, canoeing and dancing.  She really hated that Covid curtailed her activities over the last two years.  It meant she missed the connections… Read complete obituary here.

Peacefully at her home on Friday October 15, 2021, of London and formerly of China at the age of 89. Beloved wife of Dawen Su for 61 years. Cherished mother of Fang Su and Lucy Wang of Toronto, and Hai Su and Lin Yuan-Su of London. Loving grandmother of Misty, Cynthia; Jingzhe and Alex Zi Jie. Yufen will be missed by her 5 siblings in China. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by parents Guifen Sun and Jiachen Luan and sister Yumin Luan. In keeping with Yufen’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family funeral will… Read complete obituary here.

Passed away peacefully after battling cancer, with family be her side on Thursday, September 30, 2021, at the age of 70. Born in Ingersoll, ON and resided in Salford, ON and Bradford, ON (1991-2021). Dear sister and sister-in-law of Clayton Ernest and Claire Coward. Proud aunt of Ryan and Lara Coward and their family; Everleigh, and Shaelyn, Leisa and Brett Wall, and Dianne and Jason LeBlanc and their family; Rayna, and Landon. Cherished niece of Lorne and the late Carol Quinn, Keith and the late Suzanne Quinn. Lovingly remembered by many extended cousins and friends from the west coast, USA,… Read complete obituary here.

Peacefully at LHSC- Victoria Hospital, London on Friday, September 24, 2021 of London and formerly of St. Williams at the age of 77.  Loving husband of Jan (Macaulay) for 49 years.  Beloved father of Kelly and Jay Christensen, and Leslie Butts and Brock Nicol.  Proud granddad of Ava. Dear brother-in-law of Roger and Brenda Macaulay, Allan and Jill Macaulay, Mary Jane and Dan Gould, and Greg and Janet Macaulay. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.  Cremations and Celebrations, Arva (519-963-4003) entrusted with arrangements. … Read complete obituary here.

Chris passed peacefully at home on September 17, 2021, after a two-decade-long cancer journey. He will be missed by all those who loved and knew him. Chris is survived by his wife Donna, sons Eric and Lucas (Mackenzie), siblings Terry Cole, Rick, Paul, Marie Robinet (Pierre), Mike (Fran), and Angela Mancinone (Cary), and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by parents Bill and Marie Turnbull and beloved sister, Dorothy Little (Cliff). Chris was well known for his sense of humour and quick wit; he loved to make people laugh. He also loved golf, old cars, dancing, and was a… Read complete obituary here.

It is with great sadness that our family shares the news of John’s passing at LHSC – University Hospital on Saturday, September 18, 2021, after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. John was a loving father to sons, Chris Hammond-Thrasher (Josie) and Adam (Laressa Rudyk), daughter Allison (Stuart Campbell), step-daughter Alexandra Amor, as well as brother to Ross (Maxine) and sister Sue Brown (Jim), and doting bestefar to grandchildren Stephanie, Freya, Mackenzie, and Parker. He was predeceased by his parents, Ken and Ingrid, wife Beverley McCormack, son-in-law Stuart, daughter-in-law Laressa, and step-son, Brynley Hughes. John was born in 1948 in… Read complete obituary here.