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The families of Kim Lu (Patry) and David Millar take great pleasure in announcing the birth of, DAVID DOUGLAS JAMES on August 26, 2011 At home in a birthing pool. Big sister Danielle loves her baby brother. Grandmothers Angie & Sylvia are ecstatic and so is great-grandmother Lorraine & Auntie Carolynn and Zio Elio. Also, Step-grandmother Marge & Step-grandfather Terry. Grandpas David & Doug are watching over their precious child. Special thanks to midwives Kathy & Kiran. Sandy Hare OMG CPP 4COL YDLADO 39 BFFs in Ottawa SIMKINS, John Elisha After a long and wonderful life, John Elisha Simkins died peacefully on September 18, 2011 at his home in Oakville at the age of 92. John was the beloved husband of Violet for 65 years, father of Jon, Jennifer ( K i n g ) , a n d J a n i c e ( T h o m s o n , deceased), and the grandfather of Rachel, Heather, and Miki. He is survived by brother Ted and sister Peggy (Martin) and predeceased by his twin brother Ernie. John was born in Measham, England in 1919 and moved to Hamilton, Ontario in 1927 where he attended Delta High School. During World War II, he served with the Royal Canadian Infantry in Europe, rising to the rank of Major. In 1949, he and Violet wed in Hamilton. Soon after, John graduated wi th honours f rom M c M a s t e r U n i v e r s i t y a n d w a s employed by Shell Oil Canada as a chemist in Montreal. In 1961, the now growing fami ly moved to Oakville. John was a passionate gardener and was world-renowned a s a n a u t h o r, s p e a k e r, a n d hybridizer of peonies. He was a member of the Garden Writers Association of America, served as president of the American Peony Society, and founded the Canadian Peony Society. He also wrote regular art ic les for many hort icul tura l publications, including a column for the local paper. He served on the b o a r d o f t h e R o y a l B o t a n i c a l Gardens and held many roles in the Oakville and Ontario Horticultural associations. He was also recognized as an outstanding volunteer in the community and a l i fe- long and active member of St. Jude's Anglican Church. Visitation will be held at the Kopriva-Taylor Community Funeral Home on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9. The funeral service will be held Thursday, September 22 at 11 :00 am, S t . Jude ' s Ang l i can Church, 160 William St., Oakville. Email condolences may be made at www.koprivataylor.com. KELLY, Patricia (nee Wall) Patr ic ia passed away in her 80th year on Saturday, September 17, 2011 with her family at her s ide. Pat r i c ia worked at Centra l Park Lodges for over 25 years and retired in 1996. She was born in England a n d w a s p r o u d t o b e c o m e a Canadian Citizen. She is survived by her children, Adrian John (Kathy), Tracy (Kearney) and Paula Hann (John). She also leaves behind her lov ing grandchi ldren , Br ian and Kristine Kelly, as well as her sister Beryl . She is predeceased by her daughter Peta Lyndon Kel ly, and parents Ernest Alfred and Martha Eleanor Wal l . We would l ike to thank the staff at West Oak Village, e s p e c i a l l y t h e B r o n t e H o u s e employees for their caring support for both Patr ic ia and her family. Family and fr iends are invited to visit at the Ward Funeral Home, 109 R e y n o l d s S t r e e t , O a k v i l l e ( 9 0 5 - 8 4 4 - 3 2 2 1 ) o n S a t u r d a y September 24, 2011 from 2 pm until time of service in the Chapel at 3 pm. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the charity of y o u r c h o i c e w o u l d b e g r e a t l y appreciated by the family. Please v i s i t a B o o k o f M e m o r i e s a t www.wardfuneralhome.com CURRIE, Jane Arline At her residence on Wednesday September 14, 2011. Jane Arline Currie of Caressant Care, Woodstock and formerly of Oakville and Trois Rivieres, Quebec in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late R. Gale Currie (2000). Dear mother of the late Ann (nee Currie) Matthews (1979). Cherished grandmother of Christina Matthews of Sweaburg and Tracey Naish (Ted) of Brooklin, ON. Loved great grandmother of Emily, Abby, Hayley and Cameron. Dear sister to Lois Teed of St. John, NB, and will be remembered by s e v e r a l n i e c e s a n d n e p h e w s . Predeceased by her siblings Robert, Madge and Effi e. Friends are invited to join the family at the Brock and V i s s e r F u n e r a l H o m e , 8 4 5 D e v o n s h i r e Av e . , Wo o d s t o c k , 519-539-0004 on Saturday October 1st, 2011 after 1pm, where the memorial service will be held in the chapel at 2pm. Cremation has taken place. Interment later in the Maple Ridge Cemetery, Winchester, ON. If desired, memorial contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Parkinson Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.brockandvisser.com BINDON, John Edward Peacefully, on Saturday, September 17 , 2011 at Oakv i l le -Trafa lgar M e m o r i a l H o s p i t a l . B e l o v e d husband, soul mate and best friend of Judy. Son of the late Margaret and Frank. Dear brother of Elizabeth Thacker (the late Kenneth) and predeceased by s i s ter Barbara Mendaglio. Brother-in-law of Donna and Keith Lewis of Texas. Will be lovingly missed by many nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will be he ld at the Kopr iva Tay lor Communi ty Funera l Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West (one block east of Kerr, 905-844-2600), Oakville on Thursday from 7-9 pm. Funeral serv ice wi l l be held on Fr iday, September 23, 2011 at 1 pm at St. Judes Anglican Church, 160 William St., Oakville. For those who wish, memoria l contr ibut ions to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to Nicola and Brett Penfold for their k i n d a n d l o v i n g c a r e . E m a i l condolences may be made through www.koprivataylor.com SIMM, Desmond Passed away peacefully, at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, September 06 , 2011 . Beloved husband of the late Ivy ( 2 0 1 1 ) . C h e r i s h e d b y h i s s o n Daryl, daughter-in-law Lori and grandchildren Grant and Alyssa. Sadly missed by his brother Ronnie (Dulcie). Friends are invited to join w i t h D e s m o n d ' s f a m i l y f o r a Celebration of Life at the Ward Funeral Home, 109 Reynolds Street, Oakville (905 844 3221) on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. Please visit a Book of Memories at www.wardfuneralhome.com The Oakville Beaver would like to express sincere and heart-felt condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. Brian C. Thomson October 9, 1952 - August 26, 2011 The Thomson Family Invite You to celebrate Brian's life on September 23, 2011, 6:30 pm, Knight's of Columbus Hall, 1494 Wallace Road, Oakville ON "Come share a brew and a story or two" J. Doug Graham Sept. 21, 2010 In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather. No farewell words were spoken No time to say goodbye You were gone before we knew it And only God can tell us why We love you and miss you forever, your family. HASSALL, GLEN In loving memory of Glen who passed away on September 20, 1987 Within our store of memories, He holds a place apart, For no one else can ever be more cherished in our hearts. Lovingly remembered by Linda, Trevor, Anne, Patti and John lBirth Notices lBirthday Greetings lObituaries lObituaries lObituaries l In Memoriams Teaching Opportunities Moving & Storage MIGHTY MOVERS. No hourly gimmicks! Flat rates. Experienced. Insured. 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