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Alan "Big Al" Pollard
At the Grey Bruce Health Services, Southampton on Monday, April 04, 2005, at the age of 63 years, Al Pollard of Port Elgin. Husband of Jackie Pollard. Father of Sue and her husband Francis Toussaint of France, Kim and her husband Jim Thede of Burgoyne, and Al Jr., and his wife Cindy of Omemee. Papa to Jamie, Sarah, Kristen, Chad and Nicole. Brother of Bob Pollard and his wife Barb of Scarborough, Russ Pollard and his wife Mary Anne of Brantford, and Win and her husband Ray Beckford of Havelock. Predeceased by his parents, his brothers Dick and Ken, by his sister Barb, and by his sister-in law Connie Pollard. Surviving also are his sister-in-law Marjorie Pollard, and his brother-in-law Jack Porter.
Friends may call at the W. Kent Milroy Port Elgin Chapel, 510 Mill St., Port Elgin (Town of Saugeen Shores) from 7 to 9 pm. on Friday evening. A private family funeral service will be conducted with Pastor Peter Stopford officiating.
Memorial contributions to Thameswood Lodge in London, or the Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation, Palliative Care Service would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
It is with great pride that the family of the late Alan Pollard, "Big Al" announce the acceptance of his body to the University of Western Ontario, London. Al's legacy of helping others continues through this contribution.
Planz, John Philipp
John died suddenly in London, on Monday, January 28th, 2002, at the age of 47 years. He was a loving husband and father who will be deeply missed by his wife the former Debbie Butler, his sons, Josh and Phil and his daughter, Kate. John is survived by his mother Dorothy of Kitchener, his sister Linda Rusk and her husband Brian, and their sons Christopher and David, of Waterloo. He is predeceased by his father Philipp Planz.
John received his LLB from the University of Western Ontario in 1980, was called to the Bar in 1982 and practiced law in Port Elgin, Ontario for 20 years. He was happiest with Deb on their sailboat and enjoyed the close relationships he had with his family and friends. John loved life and put his heart into living it. He was an enthusiastic and loyal supporter of his three kids in all their endeavors.
A funeral service will be held in the Port Elgin United Church, 840 Bruce St., Port Elgin, on Friday at 2:00 p.m. Following the funeral service the family will receive friends at the Windspire Inn, 276 Mill Street, Port Elgin.
In keeping with John’s commitment to his community, donations in his memory may be made to the Saugeen Shores Medical Centre Building Fund, through the W. Kent Milroy Port Elgin Chapel, 510 Mill St., Port Elgin, 519-832-2222.
Pilon, Charles Fredrick "Sonny"
At the Grey Bruce Health Services, Southampton on Monday, February 19th, 2001, at the age of 69 years, Sonny Pilon of Southampton. Husband of the former Shirley Burke. He will be sadly missed by his children Rick and his wife Fay Roote of Southampton, Linda and her husband Marvin Doran of Ottawa, Patti Sue and her husband Jim Shrider of Port Elgin, Kathy and her husband Doug Mahon of Southampton, and Mike and his wife Janet of Rondeau. He is also survived by fourteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Brother of David and his wife Shirley of Port Lambton and Robert and his wife Pat of Listowel.
Friends may call at the W. Kent Milroy Port Elgin Chapel, 510 Mill Street, Port Elgin from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday. Funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Margaret Greenhow officiating.
Interment Southampton Cemetery.
Memorial contributions to Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Ferne Pickard
At her residence in Port Elgin on Friday, June 20th, 2003, at the age of 77 years,the former Ferne Majury Stout, wife of the late Bruce Pickard and the late John Stout. Mother of Bryon Stout and his wife Noel of Thunder Bay, and Kevin Stout and his wife Susan of Walkerton. Special mother to Leslie and Randy Saunders. Stepmother to Dennis Pickard and his wife Janet of Blaine, Washington, and Michael Pickard and his wife Elayne of Aldergrove, B.C. Dear Grandma of Heather, Hayley, Megan, Lauren, Rory, Jesse, Daniel, Benjamin and Devin. She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Ene, Elaine, Lorne and Ross and their families. She is predeceased by her sister Karen and by her brother Bob.
Friends may call at the W. Kent Milroy Paisley Chapel, 216 Queen St. South., Paisley, on Monday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be conducted in the Anglican Church of the Ascension in Paisley, on Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m., with the Rev. Dwayne Bos officiating.
Interment Douglas Hill Cemetery.
Memorial contributions to the Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Church of the Ascension, Paisley would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Peters, Susie
At the Southampton Care Centre, Southampton, on Thursday, September 5th, 2002 at the age of 88 years, the former Susie Plett. Wife of the late Henry Peters. Mother of Fred and his wife Martha of Surrey, B.C., Dave and his wife Arlene of Mexico City, Ben and his wife Brenda of Spokane, Washington, and Carol and her husband Bruce Flett of Paisley. Grandmother of thirteen grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her sons Paul and Doron.
Friends may call at the Paisley Baptist Church in Paisley on Monday from 1 until 2 p.m, when a funeral service will be conducted with her son-in-law, the Rev. Bruce Flett officiating.
Interment Douglas Hill Cemetery.
Percival, Winnifred Florence
At the Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound, on Saturday, April 28th, 2001, surrounded by family, friends and the Rev. Gordon Williams, Winnifred “Winnie” Florence Percival of 998 Bricker St., Port Elgin, in her 60th year, after a courageous faith-filled battle with cancer. Wife of Bob Percival of Port Elgin. Mother of Rhandy Patton and his wife Beth of Collingwood, and Bonnie and her husband Glen Cah of Barrie. Grandmother of Leah, Christopher, Regan and Ryan Patton, all of Collingwood and Carly Patton of Barrie. Daughter of T. Clarke White of Hampton Court, Southampton. Sister of Gwen Turner of Dartmouth, N.S. She is also survived by one paternal aunt, Florence Gregg of Kincardine, several nieces, nephews and cousins. She is predeceased by her mother Marjorie White.
A joyful memorial service will be conducted at Port Elgin United Church, 840 Bruce St., Port Elgin, on Saturday, May 5th, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Gordon Williams and Mr. Bob Johnston officiating.
In lieu of flowers, at Winnie’s request, donations to the Port Elgin United Church Building Fund or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. For further information please call the W. Kent Milroy Port Elgin Chapel, 519-832-2222.
Peltsch, Ellen
At the Southampton Care Centre, on Friday, February 21st, 2003, at the age of 47 years, the former Ellen Mackay. Loving wife of Tom Peltsch of Goderich, formerly of Port Elgin. She will be missed by her children, Alicia of St. Catharines and Craig of Goderich. Dear daughter of Jim & Wilma Mackay, sister of Linda Mackay, and Ken and Tamara all of Owen Sound, Bob and his wife Debbie of Carleton Place and Don and his wife Christine of Bowmanville. Grandaughter of Bernard Redner of Rednersville. She is also survived by her in-laws, Karl and Elfrieda Peltsch of Sault St. Marie and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her grandparents.
Friends are invited to the W. Kent Milroy Port Elgin Chapel, 510 Mill St., Port Elgin, for a memorial service on Friday, February 28th at 11.00 a.m. with Pastor Bob Johnston officiating.
Interment Greenwood Cemetery, Owen Sound
Memorial contributions to the Southampton Care Centre Resident’s Fund would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Gladys Pearce
At Victoria Hospital South St. Campus, London, on Tuesday, July 29th, 2003 in her 88th year, the former Gladys Currie of Paisley. Wife of the late John Pearce. Dear mother of Lois McFadden of Paisley, Lorraine and her husband Wes Riley of Teeswater, Bill and his wife Elaine of Elmira, and Bob and his wife Evelyn of Paisley. She is also survived by thirteen grandchildren and twenty-seven great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents Duncan and Lavina Currie, her sister Verna McKeeman, her twin brother Clarence Currie, daughter-in-law June Pearce, and son-in-law Bruce McFadden.
Friends may call at the W. Kent Milroy Paisley Chapel, 216 Queen St. South, Paisley, from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday. Funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Saturday at 2:00 p.m.with the Rev. Maggie Keates officiating.
Interment Lovat Cemetery.
Memorial contributions to the Knox United Church, Paisley would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Geraldine Partridge-Shiffer
At Grey Bruce Health Services Southampton on Saturday, December 17th, 2005, at the age of 49 years, Geraldine Partridge-Shiffer, of Saugeen First Nation. Wife of Karl Shiffer. Dear mother of Jessica and her husband Steve Dealy, Dolly Partridge and Vanessa Partridge all of Saugeen First Nation. She is survived by her grandchildren, Gregory Partridge, Cassandra Partridge, Ashley Partridge and Erica Dealy, her sister Verna Besito and many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her son Derrick, three brothers and one sister.
Friends may call at Wesley United Church, Saugeen First Nation, on Sunday evening, 7 to 9 p.m. and on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be conducted in the church on Tuesday at 11.00 a.m. with Rev. Maggie McLeod officiating.
Interment Saugeen Cemetery.
Memorial contributions to the Canadian Liver Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Derrick Partridge
At Saugeen First Nation on Sunday, April 11th, 2004, Derrick Partridge of Saugeen First Nation at the age of 23 years. Son of Geraldine Partridge. Brother of Jessica Dealy, Steve Dealy, Dolly Partridge, and Vanessa Partridge. Nephew of Verna Besito and the late Amos Besito. He is also survived by his nephew Gregory Partridge, nieces Cassandra and Ashley Partridge, Erica Dealy, and cousins Michael Henry, Harold Henry, and Brian Besito. He will be sadly missed by his extended family and friends.
Friends may call at the Wesley United Church, Hwy 21, Saugeen First Nation, from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday. Funeral service will be conducted in the church on Thursday at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Eleanor Russ officiating.
Interment Village Cemetery.
Memorial contributions to the ACYPS (Anishnabek Child & Youth Prevention Service) would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Parker, Nelson William, "Bill"
Suddenly in Saugeen Shores, as the result of an accident on Saturday, November 18th, 2000 in his 54th year, Bill Parker of Southampton, dear son of Doris Flannigan of Southampton, and the late Nelson Parker. Nephew of Marjorie Walker of Hamilton, Millie Edwards of Nova Scotia, Bruce and Harvey Timson and Rudy McWilliams, all of Caledonia.
Friends may call at the W. Kent Milroy Port Elgin Chapel, 510 Mill St., Port Elgin from 2:00 to 4:00pm and 7:00 to 9:00pm on Monday. Funeral service will be conducted in the chapel on Tuesday at 11:00am, with the Rev. Ken Wild officiating.
Interment Southampton Cemetery Memorial contributions to the Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation or to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Parker, B. Eric
At the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Walkerton, on Thursday, September 6th, 2001 in his 61st year, Eric Parker of Paisley. Husband of Shelley Parker. Stepfather of Linda and her husband Larry Appel of Stratford, Terry and her husband Michael Richard of Orillia, and Martin Slezak and his partner Helen Becker of Paisley. Grandfather of Brock & Reid Appel, Neal and Kim Chapman, Andres, Stefano and Simonne Slezak, and Nathan Becker. Brother of Ralph and Rose-Marie Parker of Chetwynd, B.C. and Poul and Lynne Jorgensen of Spruce Grove, Alberta. He is also survived by nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Gillies and Marion (Thornburn) Parker.
Friends may call at the W. Kent Milroy Paisley Chapel, 216 Queen St.S., Paisley on Monday, September 17th, 2001from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be conducted in Knox United Church, Paisley on Tuesday, September 18th, 2001 at 5:00 p.m. with the Rev. Murray Rounding officiating.
Interment Paisley Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial contributions to the Treasure Chest Museum or the Paisley Branch of the Bruce County Library would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Panke, William
While wintering in Bradenton, Florida on Friday, January 17th, 2003 at the age of 65 years, Bill Panke of Port Elgin. Husband of the former Jean Wilson. Father of Kim and her husband Leo Lootsma of Port Elgin, Kirk of Denver, Colorado, and Kerry and her husband Rick Schihl of Port Elgin. Grandpa to Ben, Chris, David and Michael Lootsma, Kelly and Kory McBride, and Spencer and Taylor Schihl. Brother of Marlyn and her husband Doug Podd of Peterborough, and Lorna and her husband Bob Brum of Pembroke. Bill will be missed by Jean’s Family, the Wilson’s
Friends may call at the W. Kent Milroy Port Elgin Chapel, 510 Mill St., Port Elgin, from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday. Funeral service will be conducted at the Port Elgin United Church on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Gordon Williams officiating.
Memorial contributions to Saugeen Shores Community Complex would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Steve Palinsky
Suddenly at the Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound, on Monday, August 23rd, 2004, at the age of 58 years, Steve Palinsky of Port Elgin. Loving dad of Ryan and Tracy, both of Port Elgin. He is predeceased by his parents, two brothers, and by his faithful companion Sasha.
Friends may call at the W. Kent Milroy Port Elgin Chapel, 510 Mill St., Port Elgin, (Town of Saugeen Shores) from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday. Private funeral service will be conducted in the chapel with Father Mike Francis officiating.
Memorial contributions to the Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation MRI Fund or Ducks Unlimited would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
