Remembering and Celebrating
Mrs. Eileen Cummings
Eileen Cummings died peacefully at Parkwood Hospital, on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 in London in her 91st year. She was the beloved wife of the late Reverend Dr. Ralph J. Cummings (1997). Our thoughts and prayers are extended to the family members as we rejoice in her homecoming.
Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Friday, July 22 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home (1-877-246-7186), 60 Ridout Street South, London where the funeral service will be conducted in the Chapel on Saturday, July 23 at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Online condolences will be accepted at www.amgfh.com
Mrs. Margaret Gillespie
Mrs. Margaret J. Gillespie, wife of the late Rev. Kenneth Gillespie, went to be with the Lord on June 13. Mrs. Gillespie was a resident of Lundy Manor Retirement Home for many years. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to all her family members as we rejoice in her homecoming.
Her funeral was held this month.
Mrs. Gillespie served alongside her husband at First Baptist Church, Montreal; Yorkminster Baptist Church, as BCOQ executive secretary and their last pastorate was at the First Baptist Church, Niagara Falls.
Mrs. Winifred Evans
Mrs. Winifred Evans passed away on April 18, wife of the late Rev. C. Roden Evans who passed away in May 2010. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to her four children, nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
Funeral service was held in April.
Mrs. Evans served in the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force in England during WW II and supported her husband in the Baptist ministries for 25 years. They spent their retirement years in Woodstock.
Rev. Gibson Brown
Rev. Gibson Willis Brown went home to glory on Tuesday, March 15, 2011 at the age of 103; predeceased by wife, Elizabeth. He was the loving father of Beverley Ann (Tiessen).
Visitation will be held on Friday, March 18, 2 - 4 pm and 7 - 9 pm at Reid Funeral Home (14 Russell St. Leamington, Ontario. The tel. no. is 519-326-2631). Funeral service will be held at Reid Funeral Home on Saturday, March 19, at 11 a.m.
Gibson served at Toronto Evangelical Gospel Mission Church, Toronto; Little Britain Christian Church, Little Britain; 3 Christian Churches, Stouffville; Wheatley Baptist, Wheatley; Springboro & Mt. Elgin, Springboro & Mt. Elgin; First Baptist Church, Leamington as Pastor Emeritus. He volunteered in various areas in CBOQ (then BCOQ) and gave leadership as the Moderator and as the Clerk of the Western Association. He served as the president of Cong-Christian Churches in Ontario for two years.
Rev. Frederick Jewell
Rev. Fred Jewell passed away peacefully at St. Joseph's Villa on October 1, 2010 at the age of 92. He was the beloved husband of the late Elsa for 55 years. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to his family members as we rejoice in his homecoming. He is survived by his three children, and six grandchildren.
Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held.
Fred served at Brooke Ave. Baptist (Toronto); Grimsby Baptist (Grimsby); Maitland Baptist (London); Calvary Baptist (Cobourg); and First Baptist (Kingsville). He was a chaplain for the Toronto Association and he had served as an interim pastor during his retirement until 80 years old.
When Fred was 89 he published his memoirs for his family and close friends. He included many stories about his life in the Baptist Ministry and Chaplaincy. He will be deeply missed. Please remember his loved ones in your prayers at this time.
Mrs. Isabell (Ella) Owen
Passed away peacefully with her husband and son by her side at Hospice Niagara in St. Catharines on Sunday morning, September 12, 2010. Mrs. Isabella (Ella) was the loving wife, able co-worker and committed friend of Rev. Dr. Paul D. Owen and loving mother and great example to their son, Daron.
Ella worked as a legal secretary and/or legal assistant in Belfast; in Amarillo and Waco, Texas; and in Toronto. She loved the work she did and it showed in the skill with which she performed it. She was also a great part of Paul’s ministry at both Hilltop Lakes Interdenominational Chapel in Texas and the Greenborough Community Church in Toronto until retirement in 2000.
At Ella’s request, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will take place at Fonthill United Church on Saturday, October 2, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, donations either to the Fonthill United Church or to Hospice Niagara would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences may also be forwarded through www.pedlarfuneralhome.ca.
Please remember her family in your prayers at this time.
Rev. Clarence Lohnes
Rev. Clarence Lohnes passed away Sept. 14, 2010. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to family members as we rejoice in his homecoming. He is survived by his wife, Lois, children and grandchildren.
Visitation will be held this Sunday, September 19 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, Cobourg (237, Ball Street, K9A 3H8, Tel: 905-372- 9534). Funeral will start at 3 p.m.
Rev. Clarence Lohnes served at Humber Blvd. Baptist, (Toronto); Calvary Baptist, (Cobourg); First Baptist (Niagara Falls); Lorne Park Baptist (Mississauga); and Murray Street Baptist (Peterborough). In addition, Clare served as the President of the BCOQ from 1977 to 1978 and on various committees as well as council.
Those wishing may make memorial donations to the Parkinson Society, Northumberland or to the Sharing Way (relief organization of the Canadian Baptists) through the MacCoubrey Funeral Home, Cobourg (905-372-5132). Condolences received at www.MacCoubrey.com
Please remember his family in your prayers at this time.
Clark Pinnock
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Clark Harold Pinnock on August 15, 2010. He was professor emeritus McMaster Divinity College, husband of Dorothy, father of Sarah, grandfather to Clare and Zora, beloved teacher, friend and mentor to many. We lost the Clark we knew and loved to a sudden downturn with Alzheimer’s but he was never lost to God in whose loving care we commit him.
Clark was a brilliant thinker, a humble and gracious kingdom servant, a loving husband and father, and a dear friend. Through his writings, teachings and personal relationships he impacted people around the globe.
His character is best revealed in the concluding words of his book Flame of Love: A theology of the Holy Spirit. He wrote, "Theology does not depend on any single theologian. Truth will yield its secrets to the body of Christ if we will listen to God and to one another accepting correction. God bless you, my dear readers. May a gift be imparted to you. May the wind of God blow on you, may the Spirit draw you closer to God's loving heart. May Father, Son and Spirit make their home in you."
A service of remembrance will be held at Little Bethel Community Church ( 320 Paling Ave. N, Hamilton) on Thursday, August 19 at 7:00 p.m.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Clark’s family and friends as we remember his life and celebrate his Home going.
Rev. Richard McTavish
Rev. Richard McTavish has gone home with the Lord on July 9, 2010. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to his beloved wife, Joan and his family members as we rejoice in his homecoming.
Visitation will be held tomorrow July 13, Tuesday, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Homes, “Dublin Chapel” ( 252 Dublin Street North, Guelph). The memorial service will be held at First Baptist Church, Guelph, on July 14, Wednesday, at 2 p.m. (255 Woolwich Street, Guelph).
Richard served at Hagersville, Iona Station, Walkerton, Paisley, Flesherton, and served on the Board of Camp Hermosa. He was active and well known to the Owen Sound Association. He will be remembered for his humble spirit, joyful service to the Lord and his sense of humour. Please remember his loved ones in your prayers at this time.
Rev. Dr. Herbert Cockburn
Rev. Herbert Cockburn passed away on May 22. He was predeceased by his wife of 65 years, Violet. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to his children and all other family members as we rejoice in his homecoming.
Herbert served at Upton and Lucas Grove, Kentucky; FBC, Paris, Kentucky; Banfield, Buenos Aires, Argentina; Immanuel Baptist, Madrid, Spain; FBC, Richmond, Virginia; Salem Baptist, Virginia; and Kipling Avenue Baptist, Toronto.
The funeral service will be held at the Monk Funeral Home (127 Main Street, Minden, Ontario) at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 29, 2010 with interment to follow in the cemetery beside Maple Lake United Church (10961 Hwy. 118 and Stanhope Airport Road in the Stanhope Township, Haliburton).
Memorials may be made to the Kiwanis Club of Casa Loma ( 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto, ON M5R 1X8) or Yorkminster Park Baptist Church (1585 Yonge Street, Toronto ON M4T 1Z9). Online condolences may be made through www.salemfh.com
Please remember his family in your prayers at this time.
Rev. C. Roden Evans
Rev. Roden Evans passed away peacefully yesterday on May 16 at age 92. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to his spouse, Winnifred and all other family members as we rejoice in his homecoming.
Roden served at Beachville; Salford; Olivet Baptist, Toronto; Maitland St. Baptist, London; FBC, Woodstock; West End United Baptist, Halifax; Woodbine Heights Baptist, Toronto; and as Interim Pastor at FBC, Ingersoll.
Visitation will be held tomorrow, May 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Longworth Funeral Home (845 Devonshire Ave., Woodstock).
The memorial service will be held at First Baptist Church, Woodstock (603 Adelaide Street, Woodstock) on May 19 at 11 a.m.
Please remember his family in your prayers at this time.
Rev. James Lewis
Rev. Jim Lewis passed away in his home on April 19th with his wife, Sheila, at his side. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to his family and friends as we rejoice in his homecoming.
Jim served at Hagersville Baptist Church; West Lorne and Rodney Baptist Churches; Sparta-First Yarmouth (Plains) Baptist Churches, and Dutton-Iona Station Baptist Churches until his retirement in 2002. He served as interim pastor at several churches while teaching in a secondary school and working with Youth for Christ. Jim also served as a chaplain in England during the first Gulf War.
Visitation will be Thursday, April 22, at Sifton Funeral Home (118 Wellington St, St. Thomas) from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm. The funeral will be held at 1:30 pm, Friday, April 23, at Centre Street Baptist Church (Centre and Southwick Streets, St. Thomas).
Please remember Jim's family in your prayers at this time.
Rev. Elmer Shaw
Rev. Elmer Preston Shaw passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at the West Parry Sound Health Centre on March 30th at age 90. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to the family members as we rejoice in his homecoming.
Elmer served at Boisseuain-Ninea, Manitoba; Shaunavon, Saskatchewan; and Tiverton-Glamis, Ontario.
Visitation will be today, April 1st from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. and on Friday, April 2nd from 7 to 9 p.m. at Logan Funeral Home (81 James Street, Parry Sound).
The memorial service will be held at First Baptist Church, Parry Sound (1 McMurray Street) on April 3, Saturday at 11 a.m.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to the First Baptist Church, Belvedere Heights, or the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.
Please remember his family in your prayers at this time.
Rev. Dr. Stanley W. Hibbins
Rev. Dr. Stanley W. Hibbins was called home to glory on March 29, 2010. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to the family members as we rejoice in his homecoming. He is survived by his wife, Winifred, and two children.
Stan served at Grace Baptist Church, Windsor; Inniswood Baptist Church, Barrie; First Baptist Church, North Bay. He volunteered in various areas in CBOQ (then BCOQ) and gave significant leadership in Credentials and Ministerial Resources. In addition, he served diligently as an Area Minister for 10 years.
Visitation will be held on April 4, Sunday, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and April 5, Monday, at 12 noon at First Baptist Church, Barrie (550 Grove St. E.) The memorial service will be held at 2 p.m.
Please remember his family in your prayers at this time.
Mrs. Gwen Ford
Gwen Ford passed away peacefully at St. Joseph's Lifecare Centre, Brantford, on Thursday, March 11, 2010, in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Rev. Dr. Murray Ford, Gwen will be greatly missed by her children Don (Sheila), Margaret (Rhea) and Jane (Terry), grandsons Michael (Victoria), Davis and Gregory, and great-grandson Holden.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the staff of St. Joseph's Lifecare Centre for their care and compassion. Honouring Gwen's wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Gwen's life will take place on Monday, March 29, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Cattel, Eaton & Chambers Funeral Home (53 Main Street, Dundas). Donations to St. Joseph's Lifecare Centre (Lilac Lane) Nurses Education Fund, 99 Wayne Gretzky Pkwy, Brantford, Ontario, N3S 6T6, would be appreciated by the family. www.catteleatonandchambers.ca
Gwen was a bookkeeper before marrying Murray, and was involved in the Baptist Women of churches that she served alongside her husband at Hillsburgh Baptist Church, Hillsburgh, Baptist Church of the Redeemer in Brooklyn, New York; and Park Road Baptist Church which was amalgamated with Yorkminster Baptist Church during his ministry in Toronto. She was an active member of Dundas Baptist Church, and a friend and supporter of many students at McMaster Divinity College, where Dr. Ford served for 27 years as Professor of Christian Ministries.
Please remember her family at this time.
Marjorie Rust (nee Fillingham)
With sadness we share the news that Marjorie Rust, former wife of Rev. Malcolm Rust, died on Friday 26th February 2010. She died at Marian Villa, London, Ontario where she has been cared for in recent years. They have given her excellent care!
A memorial service will be held at Westview Baptist Church (1000 Wonderland Rd. S., London) on Saturday 13th March at 11 a.m.
Marjorie was born in the village of Luddington, Lincolnshire, England. Following her marriage to Rev. Malcolm Rust she spent a year at the European Baptist Theological Seminary, Switzerland. As a pastor’s wife she served Baptist churches in the Isle of Man, Oxfordshire, Cape Breton, Toronto and London, Ontario. She served as a secretary, Middlesex-London Health Unit until retirement in 1998.
Please remember her family in your prayers at this time.
Mrs. Fanshun Watts
February 24, 2010: we report the passing of Mrs. Fanshun Watts, the wife of Rev. Dr. Ronald F. Watts Our thoughts and prayers are extended to the family members as we rejoice in her homecoming. She is survived by her husband and three children.
The memorial service will be held on March 8, Monday, at 11 a.m. at Central Baptist Church (340 Rebecca St., Oakville).
Fanshun was her husband’s support and encouragement as he faithfully served at Bonnie Doon Baptist, Edmonton, Alberta; James Street, Hamilton; Calvary Baptist, Weyburn, Saskatchewan; Baptist Leadership Training School, Calgary, Alberta and as the General Secretary of CBOQ.
Please remember her family in your prayers.
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