Obituaries

 

The Rev. Dr. William “Bill” Edward Kurschinski, entered into eternal life peacefully on Sunday, August 10, 2014, at Winchester District Memorial Hospital. He was 82 years old. 

Bill was born on September 7, 1931, in Kitchener, Ontario, to his parents William and Luella Dotzert Kurschinski.  He married Virgie Merkley in Williamsburg, on August 13, 1955.  They welcomed into their family their two children David Michael and Kathryn Ann.  

Bill was a graduate of Waterloo University College (BA); Waterloo Lutheran Seminary; McGill University, Montreal, QC; Drew University, Madison, NJ (DMin). 

He was ordained June 12, 1957, and served the congregations of Trinity, Fort Erie, 1957-59; Trinity, St. John’s, Nfld, 1959-64; Our Saviour, Lachine, Quebec, 1964-70; Prince of Peace, Clifton Park, NY, 1970-72; Christ, Buffalo, NY, 1972-82; Trinity, Windsor, 1988-92. 

He also served as Chaplain at the University of Western Ontario and Fanshawe College, London, 1982-88. He retired in 1992, as Pastor Emeritus, St. Matthew’s, Cornwall. 

Following retirement Bill and Virgie moved to the Williamsburg area where Bill was an active member of the Seaway Singers choir as well as a member of the Upper Canada Playhouse board of directors. In addition, he served as interim pastor at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church.  Bill was a strong supporter of the local food bank and other social service organizations.

At the age of 78 Bill wrote a book entitled “Ketchup bottles for the dying Church” which proved very popular.  It has been said that “Bill had the heart of Christ and loved people”.

Bill is survived by his wife Virgie, his son David Kurschinski (Colleen) of Temecula, California and their children Dylan, Austin and Lance and his daughter Kathryn Yorke (Tim) of London.  He us also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.   

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, Ontario on Thursday, August 14, 2014, from 2-4 p.m. 

The funeral service was held at South Dundas Lutheran Community Church, Williamsburg, Ontario on Friday, August 15th at 11 a.m.  with Rev. Diane Raddatz, Rev. Norine Gullons and Rev. Douglas Reble officiating. Cremation followed.

Pallbearers were Burrill Harriman, Craig Harriman, Gordon Meek, Owen Meek and Corey Gaines.  Interment of cremated remains will be at New Union Cemetery, Williamsburg. 

Donations to South Dundas Lutheran Community Church would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com.

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A resident of the Garden Villa in Chesterville for the past two years, Pat Dillabough passed away there peacefully on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, with her daughters by her side. She was 90.

Pat was born in Finch Township, on January 8, 1924, to Hugh and  Jennie McMillan. She was the baby sister of Mildred and Edith and grew up in the Goldfield area. 

After graduating from high school in Finch, she worked at the BMO in Montreal staying with her older sister Mildred and her husband Ossie. Later she stayed with Ada Rupert and worked at the BMO in Finch. 

It was during this time that she met Ada’s brother Harold Winters, and they were married in 1943.  A busy life followed on the farm in Sandtown with chores to do and the raising of three children, Billy, Carol and Marjorie.

Pat’s sisters were important to her and they had many fun times together, including a few trips.  Pat loved to laugh and welcomed a good story or joke which she would retell for the enjoyment of others . 

She was active in her church and community, and helped out where she could.  As a member of the United Church in Finch, she led the CGIT Group and was active in the UCW. Later when living in Morewood, she was president of the Women’s Auxiliary at Winchester Hospital and was a member of the Eastern Star Lodge in Morrisburg. 

Family was Pat’s number one priority. Many delicious and enjoyable meals were shared with family and friends. Her patience candy at Christmas will definitely be a memory because no else can seem to get it right.

Being born in 1924, Pat had the opportunity to live through many world events. She saw many new innovations, and she managed to keep up with technology pretty well.  

However, living to be 90 years old does not come without some challenges and Pat was no exception. The passing of her husband Harold early in their marriage and Ron a few years ago as well as losing her son at an early age were difficult times. She demonstrated great strength of character which she gathered from her faith and loving family and friends. 

Pat is survived by her daughters Carol McElheran (Stirling) of Morewood and Marjorie Walsh (Jeff Allen) of Scarborough and her daughter-in-law Joanne Knol (John) of Ore-Medonte.

Pat will be fondly remembered by seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.  

She was predeceased by her husbands Harold Winters and Ron Dillabough, her son Bill Winters and her sisters Mildred Higgs and Edith Fulton.  

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Chesterville, on Monday, August 18th from 11 a.m. until time of the Memorial Service at 1 p.m. The service was conducted by Rev. Lois Gaudet. Following the service a reception was held at the Garden Villa from 2-4 p.m.  Interment of cremated remains was at Sandtown Cemetery. 

Pallbearers were Michael Winters, Kevin Winters, Brent McElheran and Derek McElheran. 

Donations to Winchester Hospital or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com. Pat’s family is grateful to the Garden Villa staff, St. Elizabeth and Bayshore Nursing and the CCAC for their kindness and wonderful care.

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A lifetime resident of the area, Clare Hollister of Winchester, passed away peacefully in the Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Friday, July 18, 2014.  He was 83.

Clare was born in Williamsburg Township on December 9, 1930, the fourth of six children born to his parents Cory and Florence Hollister (nee O’Brien).  

Clare worked hard all his life.  He became a proud and prominent cheesemaker at Upper Canada Village where he worked for 28 years.  In addition to being a cheesemaker, he owned a farm south of Winchester for many years and retired in Winchester.

He enjoyed going to Tim Hortons, The Country Kitchen and many other restaurants around the countryside.   He knew many, many people, and who all of their relations were. 

Clare often talked about history, politics, and the news of the day to anyone he met during his travels.  

He was a kind-hearted man and he loved helping people, regardless of their station in life.  He possessed a good sense of humour, and he loved to have fun.  

Clare is survived by his siblings Merle (Marion) of Ingleside and Inez (Wallace) Byers of Winchester, and his dear friend Mahlon Garlough.  

He was predeceased by his sister Eileen Arbuthnot and his brothers Edward and Howard Hollister.  He is also survived by nieces and nephews.  

A private family graveside interment service was held at Maple Ridge Cemetery, Chesterville, on Monday, July 21, 2014, with Rev. John Martin officiating. 

Pallbearers were Gary Hollister, Calvin Hollister, Robbie Byers and Michael Kerkhof.  Honorary pallbearer was Andrew Hutchinson. 

Donations to Winchester Hospital would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. 

Arrangements were entrusted to the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com. 

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A resident of Morrisburg for the past 47 years, Stella Smith passed away at the Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, July 8, 2014, following a brief illness. She was 87.

Stella was born in Belleville, on October 14, 1926, to John and Margaret Gallivan (nee Belcour). She was raised on a farm near Stirling, Ontario. Stella was the oldest of four children, and attended Eggleton Public School.

After grade school, Stella had to forego high school in order to help with work on the family farm and with her younger siblings.

In 1944, Stella married Ralph Smith, a stationary engineer and farmer.  Together they raised five children. 

Stella and Ralph began their marriage living on a farm near Holloway, Ontario. They moved to a farm near Spencerville, in the early 1950’s when Ralph started working at the Dupont plant in Maitland. In 1959, Stella and Ralph moved again to another farm near Shanley. 

Stella shared the chores associated with farm life and raising children. 

In the early 1960’s, Stella started working at Caldwell Linen Mill in Iroquois, and she remained an employee there until 1967, when she and Ralph sold the farm and moved to Morrisburg. Soon afterwards, Stella began working as a waitress at Romeo’s Restaurant.  Approximately five years later she began babysitting children from her home, which she did full-time for about eight years.

During retirement Stella supplemented her income by baking pies for the Morrisburg Legion. 

Stella was raised with horses and maintained a strong love for them throughout her life. She also liked dogs and cats, and was an avid Blue Jays fan. She rarely missed a game.

Stella enjoyed travelling and camping, and she and Ralph had a camping trailer for many years. They also took several bus tours within Canada and the United States. Stella felt fortunate to have travelled to the places she had been. 

Stella’s greatest love was children. Nothing gave her more joy than holding a baby, or rocking with a toddler. 

Stella was a kind and giving person. She will be missed by her family and her many friends within the community and church.

Stella is survived by her children Goldie Britton of Morrisburg and Steven Smith of Dorchester, her grandchildren Jim Smith, David Britton, Kevin Britton, Darryl Britton, Elizabeth Reynolds, Wayne Smith Jr., Jeff Smith, Kristy Smith and nine great-grandchildren. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband Ralph, her sons Garry, Wayne and Robert, her sisters Marion Clarke and Betty Johnston and her brother Vince Gallivan.      

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.  Funeral service was held at Knox Presbyterian Church, Morrisburg, on Friday, July 11th at 11a.m., with Rev. Feras Chamas officiating. 

Interment followed at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Maitland.  Pallbearers were Jeff Smith, Jim Gallivan, Darryl Britton and David Britton.  

Donations to Winchester Hospital or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com. 

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Claire “Dale McMillan of Pleasant Valley Road, South Mountain, died on Monday, June 30, 2014 in Winchester District Memorial Hospital. Dale was 79.

Dale was born October 10, 1934, in Williamsburg Township. The son of Cecil and Annie McMillan was baptized at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Dunbar on November 8, 1934, during the pastorate of the Rev. Carl Cronmiller.  

He received his education at local schools in the Dunbar area, and on May 8, 1959, he married Alice Anderson at St. Luke’s. Together they had four children Chris, Curtis, Lesley and Leah. 

Dale worked at the Rohm and Haas factory in Morrisburg, for many years before retiring at the age of 58. He then found a new challenge to keep him busy, driving a school van for Brennan’s Bus Line for a few years. 

After moving to South Mountain, he continued driving, this time for Rideau Auctions in Winchester. Dale spent his last years doing what he loved to do – driving – and got the bonus of making many friends along the way. 

Dale was a generous man. He would do anything for his grandchildren. He was very easy-going, approachable and non-confrontational. Everybody loved him. 

Dale was a big Ottawa Senators fan. He loved watching the birds at his many feeders and enjoyed good old country music. 

His vehicles were his pride and joy. He really enjoyed cleaning and detailing them. He took pride in his work, and whatever he did was done with great care. 

Dale is survived by his wife of 55 years, Alice Anderson, and his children Chris (Janice) of Winchester, Curtis (Cathy) of R.R.# 2 Chesterville, Lesley Francis (Mike) of R.R.# 1 South Mountain and Leah McMillan (Andrew VanDam) of R.R.# 2 Chesterville,.

He will be fondly remembered by his sisters Elva McIntyre of Kanata and Marjorie Munroe (Harold) of Carp, his grandchildren Amy, Josh, Shaun, Bradley, Tyler, Tanner, Taryn, Christian, Jordyn and his great-grandchildren Alexis, Peyton, Ivy and Gage.

He is also survived by nieces and nephews.    

Donations to the Canadian Wildlife Fund or the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  

Arrangements were entrusted to the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home in Chesterville.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com. 

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A lifetime resident of the area, Charles “Chuck” Munroe passed away at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Sunday, June 29, 2014.  He was 50.

Chuck was born in Winchester, on September 9, 1963, to his parents Charles Munroe and June Hunter.

Chuck worked at Tim Horton’s for several years and loved to drink coffee. He also enjoyed visiting with his family and friends and snowmobiling.

Chuck is survived by his mother June Picard (nee Hunter) of Toyes Hill and his sons Ryan and Christopher of Morrisburg.

 He will be lovingly remembered by his siblings Valerie Munroe (John Fawcett) of Winchester, Julie Padbury (Doug) of Winchester, Barry of Ottawa and Neil Picard (Angie) of Calgary.  He is also survived by nieces and nephews.  

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Friday from 7-9 p.m.

A graveside interment service was held at Maple Ridge Cemetery, Chesterville, on Saturday, July 5th at 9 a.m. followed by a luncheon at Julie and Doug Padbury’s home in Winchester.  

Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com

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A resident of Cornwall for the past 30 years, Solon Whitteker passed away at the Cornwall General Hospital on Saturday, June 28, 2014.  He was 79.

Solon was born in Matilda Township, on December 3, 1934, to his parents Mahlon and Alma Whitteker (nee Casselman).  

Solon was a devoted family man who loved children. After his children grew up and moved away, he offered a playground in his backyard so he could watch the neighbourhood children play and laugh.

He loved watching John Wayne movies and listening to music, especially Stompin’ Tom Connors.  

Solon is survived by his children Almon of R.R.#1 Iroquois, Lawrence “Tank” (Linda) of R.R.# 1 Iroquois, Lynn Bissonnette (Richard) of Calgary, Gloria Barnhart (William) of Cornwall, Steven of Cornwall and Heather Malyon (Greg) of Lancaster.  

He was a dear brother to Betty Barkley of Winchester and Marion Barkley (Don) of Inkerman.  

Solon will be fondly remembered by nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.  He was predeceased by his son Robert, his grandson Jamie Bissonnette, his sister Marjorie Baker and his brothers Bill, Don, Sheldon and Harry.  He is also survived by nieces and nephews.    

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Friday, July 4th  from 10 a.m. until time of the Memorial service at  11 a.m. The service was conducted by Rev. Janet Evans.  

Interment followed at Dundela Cemetery. 

 Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com.  

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A lifetime resident of the Morrisburg area, Bob Henophy passed peacefully at Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Saturday, May 31, 2014.  He was 82.

Bob was born in Williamsburg Township, on July 4, 1931, to his parents Alva and Margaret Henophy (nee Sensabaugh).  Bob was employed by DuPont Canada for 32 years.

Bob is survived by his wife of 60 years, Audrey Mae (nee Carkner), and his daughters Faye Stewart (Adriaan Rutters) of Morrisburg, Carole MacLeod (Mark) of Morrisburg, Brenda Brunt (Peter) of Williamsburg and Monica Bull (Richard) of Elliott Lake. 

He was the dear brother of Marge Hunt and Wilda Sayeau and brother-in-law of Joyce Henophy.  

He was predeceased by three sons Wayne, David and Steven; five brothers Paul, Harold, Glen, Jack, Edward; and two sisters Shirley Smith and Jean Manion. 

Bob will be sadly missed by grandchildren Adam Froats, Byron Brunt, Addison Bull, Tristan Brunt, Meghan Bull, Sara Henophy, Cheyenne Henophy and Kayla MacLeod and great-grandsons Cameron Froats and Carter Froats.  

He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Thursday, June 5th from 10:30 until time of the service.  The funeral service was held at the funeral home at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Jo Barkley-Probst officiating.

Interment of cremated remains was at St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery in Riverside Heights.

Pallbearers were grandchildren: Adam Froats, Byron Brunt, Addison Bull, Tristan Brunt, Meghan Bull, Sara Henophy, Cheyenne Henophy and Kayla MacLeod. 

Donations to St. John`s Lutheran Church, Riverside Heights would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com.

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Dr. Lloyd G. D. Thompson died peacefully at the Hartford Home in Morrisburg, on Sunday, June 1, 2014. He was in his 90th year. 

Dr. Thompson was the dearly beloved husband of E. Jean Thompson (Akerley) and loving father of Nancy Edson (Scott) of Jericho VT, Connie Perlin (Neil) of Tewksury MA, Merwyn Thompson (Robin) of Billerica MA, and Lloya Sprague (Dwayne) Morrisburg. 

He is predeceased by four brothers and one sister, cherished by six grandchildren: Tina, David, Holly, Andrew, Ernie and Lisa and four great-grandchildren: Eleanor, Zachary, Samantha and James as well as by many nieces and nephews.  

A WWII Veteran and RCAF fighter and bomber pilot, Dr. Thompson went on to receive a BA in Science, and a Masters and PhD in physics.  

He was recruited by the United States Air Force Research Agency where he specialized in geophysics, the gravity of the earth. He was a geophysics professor at Northeastern University and the principal investigator for NASA’s lunar space program. 

Upon returning to Ontario, Dr. Thompson worked for the Ministry of Natural Resources in Richmond Hill and transferred to Tweed as the geophysicist for Southern Ontario at the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines until he retired.

He was a bright, intelligent man with a wonderful smile, was a loyal friend and loved reading, planes, history, card games and being with family. He will be missed.

His ashes will be laid to rest at Springfield cemetery in New Brunswick along side his devoted wife Jean.

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Anne Richardson, (nee Smyth) a native of Iroquois, passed away peacefully at Peel Manor in Brampton, Ontario, on Wednesday, May 14. She was in her 73rd year.

The beloved daughter of the late Oliver and Geraldine Smyth of Iroquois, Anne will be missed by her children Jeff (Cheryl) of Brampton, John (Wanda) of Toronto and Jo Anne of Brampton.

She was loving grandmother to Jeffrey, Ronan, Kyle, Noah, and Samantha and cherished sister of Orvill (Carol) of Iroquois and Gerald of North Augusta.

Anne was dear aunt to Debbie (Chuck) and Tom (Amanda) and great aunt to Emily, Michael, Owen, Madison and Pyper.

Anne taught school for over 20 years in Brampton. She loved her profession and loved people. It was especially evident in the patience she had with children and how they were drawn to her.

Anne was the resident council president at Peel Manor nursing home for the majority of the years she spent there, a job she thoroughly enjoyed. She loved Peel Manor and all the people there, and always felt that it was her home. 

Her family was grateful to the Peel Manor staff and nurses who made her final days so comfortable.

Funeral service was held in Brampton on Saturday, May 17.

A family burial service was held on Tuesday, May 20, at Spruce Haven Cemetery in Brinston.

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