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George Williams

December 26, 2014

Peacefully surrounded by family at Parkwood Hospital on Friday, December 26th, 2014, George Williams, of London, in his 86th year.  Beloved husband of the late Phyllis (East) Williams.  Dear father of Michael (Brenda) and Mark.  Also loved by his grandchildren Brian and Ashley.  Dear brother of Dorothy (Dee) Quinn and Arthur Williams.  Brother-in-law of Gladys, Dorothy, Eula, Jean and Olga.  Survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends.  Predeceased by his siblings Granville, John, Helena and Elaine.  Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where the funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday, December 31st, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. Interment, Woodland Cemetery, London.  Those wishing to make a donation in memory of George are asked to consider the Canadian Cancer Society.

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(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

~ George and Margaret MacMillan

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

~ Fred and Sandra Frank and family

(Donated to Canadian Cancer Society)

~ Nancy Frank

Julian, nephew, Jennifer, his wife, and Gloria, sister-in-law, send their condolences to Uncle George's (George's) sons, Michael and Mark, daughter-in-law, Brenda, grandchildren, sister and brother, nephews and nieces and the rest of the family. As his nephew. I wish to say Uncle George was someone who never forgot me, after my father, John, died, and I am immensely grateful that he cared and never forgot me. As his sister-in-law, I can add the same tribute to his memory. I, Jennifer, met Uncle George a short while ago, and he was so welcoming and charming as an uncle-in-law. We are so glad that we were able to commune with him one last time, on Thanksgiving of 2013, at the family get-together in Brooklyn. He was a well-read and witty conversationalist, and had a great sense of humor. He will always be fondly remembered. May his soul Rest In Peace. Love to you all. Julian, Jennifer and Gloria Montaque-Williams

~ Gloria Montaque-Williams

We are so sad to know that George has passed away. He was a kind soul and a true gentleman. He will be missed.

~ James & Norma Gelinas

Dear George, I'm so glad to have had a chance to get to know you, even though we didn't see each other very often. It has always been a pleasure to talk with you and share our friendliness with one another. I've always been pleased to see you at Aunt Dee's, our trips up to Canada and to have a good chat. I'm sorry you had to leave this life so soon but I am grateful for whatever time we did spend together chatting about past and current events. Remembering you with love and caring. Always, Anne Williams

~ Anne Williams

To my brother George, may you rest in peace. Love, Arthur

~ Arthur Williams

Uncle George you will be greatly missed. You were such an important part of my life and my childhood. I have fond memories of living next door to you, Aunt Phyllis, Michael and Mark in Brooklyn and then our many visits up to Canada to visit. I loved visiting all of you. I was so happy to be at the family reunion in August and to have a chance to see you again. I'm sure traveling was not easy for you at that point. I will always remember you as a caring and supportive uncle who stood up for me and I have always appreciated that. Much love always, Lisa

~ Lisa Williams

Dear George, I'm so glad to have had a chance to get to know you, even though we didn't see each other very often. It has always been a pleasure to talk with you and share our friendliness with one another. I've always been pleased to see you at Aunt Dee's, our trips up to Canada and to have a good chat. I'm sorry you had to leave this life so soon but I am grateful for whatever time we did spend together chatting about past and current events. Remembering you with love and caring. Always, Anne Williams

~ Anne Williams

So sorry to hear, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal - Love leaves a memory no one can steal. Our deepest sympathy to all.

~ Doug & Kelly Smith

Mike, Mark... your are in our thoughts and prayers today as you say a final farewell to your Dad. He was such a special man and a wonderful uncle to all us nieces and newphews. He will be missed.

~ Margaret Brisbane

Remembering Uncle George A handsome man was my Uncle George. And, just like my Aunt Phyllis who predeceased him everything had to be done proper. He loved Jamaica the land of his birth and would make trips to visit, sometimes yearly. Whenever Uncle George and Aunt Phyllis came to Jamaica he reveled in political discussions with my father. They, despite being often on opposite sides of the political divide, were good friends. He appreciated my mother’s hospitality and like the gentleman he was he would quickly thank her for any small gestures, be it one of her “lick-yu-finger” meal or any other kindness that she dispensed without thinking twice. He was a proud man and he had much to be proud of. His love for his family was beyond question. Uncle George and I had a special relationship. We would speak on the phone throughout my sojourn in Oregon. On my return to Jamaica he and Aunt Phyllis would always ensure that we linked up whenever they visited. Sometimes they would stay with me at my uncle’s house and like his brother before him, Uncle Trevor would indulge in discussions on the politics of the day and the state of the nation. I recall on one such visit the four of us went on a driving tour of the eastern end of the island which neither Aunt Phyllis nor Uncle George had remembered visiting before. As the sun climbed steadily overhead and started its descent, we to a man realized that the lovely scenery was not filling the gap and of necessity we had to stop for refreshments. On the side of this eastern coastal country road, lunch turned out to be from a tin, corned beef sandwiches made from freshly baked hardo bread with sodas, some ginger beer and Ting. Our table was the car bonnet under the canopy of a spreading tree which provided us with much needed shade; no meal at the time proved tastier. A sophisticate, Uncle George would always fondly recall the simplicity of that day. His warm hugs will be missed but he is where he needs to be, with his beloved Phyllis. May his soul rest in peace, and light perpetual shine on him. On behalf of the Minott clan in Jamaica, I extend sympathies to Michael, Mark and family, and our regrets that we are unable to be there with you at this time. With much love, Donna (Minott Kates) December 30, 2014

~ Donna Minott-Kates

I am thinking of you Friends in London these days, as you say good bye to George....those that met with him on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings...you will miss him! I am glad I got acquainted with him when I was there 2 years ago. Sending love and care to you all!

~ Linda Anderson

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

~ Paul & Sylvia Steffens

Mark and family: Our sincere sympathy on the loss of your Dad. Sandi, Fred, Gord, Mona and family

~ Fred and Sandra Frank and family

A very special and dear person that I met only a few years ago at my niece's wedding that I enjoyed sharing my thoughts and ideals, many of which I hold deep in my heart as well. Rest my friend, I and the world will miss you as there should be more people like you in this world. My deepest sympathy to the family and friends.

~ Stephen Roznowsky

A very special and dear person that I met only a few years ago at my neice's wedding that I enjoyed sharing my thoughts and ideals, many of which I hold deep in my heart as well. Rest my friend, I and the world will miss you as there should be more people like you in this world. My deepest sympathy to the family and friends.

~ Stephen Roznowsky

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