February 19, 1925 to February 20, 2015 Ina Gertrude McMillan of Mitchell, passed away peacefully at her residence on Friday February 20, 2015 one day after her 90th birthday. Ina was a faithful member of Atwood Presbyterian Church, the Women's Missionary Society and Ladies Aid. She was also a member of the Women's Institute, a 4H Leader and enjoyed baking, quilting and poultry farming. Beloved wife of the late John McMillan who predeceased her in 2005. Loving mother of Keith and Bonnie of Bayfield, Murray and Linda of Australia, Kevin and Carrie of Virginia, and Marion of Mitchell. Mother-in-law of Percy Coulter of Listowel. Special grandma of Lucas and Kelly McMillan and their daughters Alexandra and Abigail; Heather and Jason Denstedt; Ian and Sheena McMillan; Candace and Patrick Skerman; Amy and Ben White and their children Emily and Dale; Alasdair and Danielle McMillan and their daughter Elspeth; Benjamin Hollenbeck; Adam Coulter; Matthew Coulter and Richard Ireland. Dear sister of Harvey Dougall and his wife Marie and sister-in-law of Gladys Blackwell. Predeceased by her parents Foster and Mary (Blackwell) Dougall, her daughters Connie in infancy, and Margaret Coulter, brother Vernon Blackwell and sister Alma Denney and her husband Lyle. Visitation will be held at Atwood Presbyterian Church on Wednesday February 25, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 12:30 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Thompson officiating. A time of fellowship and refreshments will follow in the church hall. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: Sleeping Children Around the World 28 Pinehurst Crescent Toronto, ON M9A 3A5 www.scaw.org or Atwood Presbyterian Church PO Box 179 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

October 17, 1951 to February 15, 2015 Francis (Frank) Kelly Boyd of Calgary Alberta, formerly of Monkton passed away at his residence on Sunday February 15, 2015 at the age of 63. Loving father of Pamela (Larry) Stewart and Lisa (Jamie) Gibbings all of Mitchell. Grandfather of Ava, Jonah and Sean Gibbings. Son of Spencer Boyd of Atwood and brother of Conny and his wife Cheryl Boyd of Monkton. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews Stacey, Shannon, Regan, Cass and Jesse along with their spouses. Predeceased by his mother Jessie Boyd. Cremation has taken place. A private family graveside service will take place in the spring in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: Lupus Ontario 2900 John Street Suite 301 Markham, ON L3R 5G3 Canadian Diabetes Association PO Box 26331 Stn BRM B Toronto, ON M7Y 4R1 London Children's Hospital Foundation 800 Commissioners Road London, ON N6A 5W9 or a charity of one's choice appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

August 13, 1933 to February 14, 2015 Stewart Gilkinson of Listowel, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Saturday February 14, 2015 at the age of 81. Stewart was a member of the Britton Loyal Orange Lodge No. 677. Beloved husband of the late Beatrice Gilkinson who predeceased him on September 24, 2014. Loving father of Allen Gilkinson, and Margaret and Dave Quinlan. Special grandpa of Erin and Jason Cressman and daughter Kelsey, Lacey Ruppel and friend Chad; Jenna Ruppel and Jamie Scott; Mike and Rebekah Quinlan and children Esther Grace, Caden and Asher; Robyn and Chris Raben and children Tyler, Wyatt and Briar; David Quinlan Jr.; and Danielle Quinlan. Brother of Doug and Joanne, Bob and Sandra, Larry and Helena, John, Eleanor Gilkinson, Wayne and Sharon, Norma and George Bradley, Dorothy Reddon, Beth Stone, Phyllis and Ron McCluskie, Anne Ouelette, and Marion Anderson. Fondly remembered by Joe Ruppel, Don McNalley, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Predeceased by his parents Lloyd and Mary (Hume) Gilkinson, his son Steven and brothers-in-law Glen Reddon and Jim Stone. A memorial service to celebrate Stewart's life will be held at The Salvation Army, 625 Main Street East, Listowel on Friday February 20, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. Spring interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Salvation Army 625 Main Street East Listowel, ON N4W 2C8 or The Loyal Orange Lodge Britton No. 677 c/o Leon Carter 765 Napier Street West Listowel, ON N4W 3V3 appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

June 7, 1953 to February 6, 2015 Barbara Moore of Monkton, formerly of Kitchener, passed away peacefully at KW Health Centre of Grand River Hospital on Friday February 6, 2015 at the age of 61. Barbie was a Registered Practical Nurse at Cambridge Memorial Hospital for many years prior to her retirement. She enjoyed fishing, camping, knitting, horses and being in the country. Barbie loved spending time with her family and sharing her big heart and her love of life. Beloved wife of Perry Guay. Loving mother of Teddy and Laverne, Vincent and Nicole. Special grandmother of Shira, Syreeta, Jacinda, Hunter, Cullan and Trystan. Dear sister of Cheryl and Terry Yost, Sandra and Fred Smith, and John Mann. Missed by Perry's parents, Joe and Adeline Guay, his children Tyler and Jenn and their children Domanick, Mayia and Daxtin; Allison; Yolaanda and Robert and their children Brayden and Jayden. Fondly remembered by extended family and friends. Predeceased by her parents Charles and Winnifred Mann. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Sunday, February 8 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate Barbie's life will be held on Monday, February 9, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Sarah Thompson officiating. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation Ontario Region 20 Victoria Street, 6th Floor Toronto, Ontario M5C 2N8 or a charity of one's choice appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address or visit their website at www.cbcf.org/ontario

February 13, 1918 to January 12, 2015 Annie Irvine, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, at Caressant Care Nursing Home, Listowel on Monday January 12, 2015 at the age of 96. Annie was a faithful member of Atwood United Church where she played organ for many years and prior to that was organist at Donegal United Church. Annie had also played organ at Caressant Care Nursing Home and for many funeral services at the former Peebles Funeral Home. She was a member of Atwood U.C.W. and the Listowel Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. Beloved wife of the late John Irvine who predeceased her in 1987. Loving mother of Betty and Paul Clarke and Jim and Bonnie Irvine. Special grandma of Scott (Christie) Clarke, Tim (Debbie) Clarke and Todd (Dale) Irvine and great-grandma of Mitchel, Michaela, Beckett and Griffith Clarke. Fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews. Annie was the last surviving member of her family being predeceased by her parents Emerson and Susannah (Pearson) Vipond, her sisters Mary (Leslie) Wightman and Margaret Vipond, and brothers Reid (Dorothy) Vipond and Jack (Edythe) Vipond. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Friday January 16 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Annie's life will be held at Atwood United Church on Saturday January 17, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. with Ruth Long officiating. Spring interment in Donegal Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood United Church PO Box 159 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 or a charity of one's choice appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

October 2, 1934 to December 9, 2014 Martin Brand of Milverton, formerly of Atwood, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, at Stratford General Hospital on Tuesday December 9, 2014 at the age of 80. Martin was a former volunteer firefighter with the Atwood station, a former school bus driver and a member of the Atwood Men's Club. He loved gardening and always had the largest garden in the neighbourhood. Martin enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren playing cards and board games. Beloved husband of the late Ruth (Ropp) Brand who predeceased him in 2001. Loving father of Judi and Louis Gasparik and David and Wendy Brand. Special grandpa of Zakk, Owen, Alicia, Greg, and Jaymee. Dear brother of Kees, Sister Marie Brand, Bill and Toni, John and Margaret, Adrian, Gilbert and Annie, Paul and Mary, and Corrie Kehoe. Fondly remembered by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Bill Ropp, Edith and Gerard Schalk, Fred and Verna Ropp, Marg and Bruce Bates, Doug and Valerie Ropp and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Petrus and Dymphna (Mies) Brand, step-mother Catherine Huybens, brothers Jack, Goff and his wife Dini, brother-in-law Pat Kehoe, sisters-in-law Cor Brand and Lynne Ropp. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Friday December 12 from 7-9 p.m. and on Saturday December 13, 2014 from 9:30 -10:45 a.m. followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Andrew Thompson officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Kidney Foundation 785 Wonderland Rd. Suite 203 London, ON N6K 1M6 or Stratford General Hospital Foundation 46 General Hospital Drive Stratford, ON N5A 2Y6 appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

June 17, 1930 to December 7, 2014 Donald Gordon of London, passed away peacefully at University Hospital, London on Sunday December 7, 2014 at the age of 84. Beloved husband of Doris (Kennedy) Gordon whom he married in 1959. Loving father of Colleen and Ed Morrison and Clifford and Josie Gordon. Special grandpa of Caitlin, Courtney, Jonathan, Chelsea and James. Dear brother of Margaret Pridham and Maxine Scholl. Fondly remembered by three sisters-in-law, two brothers-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Albert and Christie (Quipp) Gordon, two sisters Marion and husband Art Brown, Helen and husband Jim Barton, three brothers Joe and wife Helen Gordon, Frank and wife Pamela Gordon, Clifford and wife Jean Gordon and two brothers-in-law Earl Pridham and Jack Scholl. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Thursday December 11, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. until time of the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Thompson officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood Presbyterian Church PO Box 179 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 Elma Centre Cemetery c/o Louise Rea PO Box 307 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 or a charity of one's choice appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funeral page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

August 4, 1929 to November 21, 2014 John Orr formerly of RR1 Atwood, passed away surrounded by his family, at Caressant Care Nursing Home, Listowel on Friday November 21, 2014 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of the late Marjorie Orr who predeceased him on December 1, 2013. Loving father of Sharon (Frazer) Diehl of Milverton, Karon (Brian) McIlroy of Gowanstown, Keith (Nora) Orr of Fordwich. Special grandpa of Charmaine (Larry) Kestle of Sebringville, Crystal (Kyle) Wagner of Milverton, Trevor (Karen) McIlroy of Kitchener, Tim McIlroy of Wellesley, McKinley and McLean Orr of Fordwich and step grandpa of Jim (Michelle) McLean of Listowel. Great-grandpa to Emma, Lacey, Kolton and Carter. Step great-grandpa to Zach, Jenna, Nicholas and Tyson. Fondly remembered by his brother-in-law and sister-in-law Isabelle and Harvey Willoughby of Stratford. Predeceased by his parents Bill and Laura (Casemore) Orr and step father Cameron Inglis. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Sunday November 23, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate John's life will be held at Atwood Presbyterian Church on Monday November 24, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Andrew Thompson officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood Presbyterian Church PO Box 179 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 North Perth Community Hospice 135 Main Street E., Suite 105 Listowel, ON N4W 2B5 or a charity of one's choice appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

November 28, 1937 to November 14, 2014 The funeral service for Raymond Rock scheduled for today at 2nd St. John's Lutheran Church, Wartburg at 3 p.m. has been postponed until Thursday November 20, 2014 at 11 a.m. Raymond Rock of Listowel, formerly of RR2 Atwood, passed away unexpectedly at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Friday November 14, 2014 in his 77th year. Raymond was a member of 2nd St. John's Lutheran Church, Wartburg and a life member of the Atwood Lion's Club where he willing served his community for 48 years. He enjoyed gardening and woodworking in his spare time. Beloved husband of Marg (Dietze) Rock whom he married in 1961. Loving father of Matthew and Angie Rock, and Cheryl and Allan Krotz. Special grandpa of Rochelle Rock, Jasmine Rock, Nolan Krotz and Michelle, Jenna and Steve Morris and their daughter Olivia, and Kelby Krotz and Brett. Brother and brother-in-law of Barbara Rock, Mark H. and Kathy Rock, Joel and Marilyn Rock. Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his parents John and Myrn (Diehl) Rock and his brothers Donald and John. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Monday November 17 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with a Lions Service at 8:45 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Raymond's life will be held at 2nd St. John's Lutheran Church, Wartburg on Thursday November 20, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor William Kramer officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: 2nd St. John's Lutheran Church 4268 Road 135 RR#5 Stratford, ON N5A 6S6 or The Lutheran Hour Ministries 270 Lawrence Ave Kitchener, ON N2M 1Y4 appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

July 14, 1931 to October 23, 2014 Shirley Verstoep passed away peacefully at Ritz Lutheran Villa on Thursday October 23, 2014 at the age of 83. Shirley was a devoted member of the Monkton United Church and a long time member of the Women's Institute. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family. Beloved wife for 59 years of Adrian Verstoep. Loving mother of Marian Hutchinson, Hugh and Pearl Verstoep, Marjorie and David Lindsay, Linda and Ted Groenestege, Barbara Verstoep, Leo Verstoep, Leona and Jeff Donaldson. Missed by her 15 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Fondly remembered by her sisters-in-law Doris Lamont and Jean Storey, five brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law in the Netherlands and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Hugh and Mary (Burgess) Lamont, brothers Jim, Leonard and Graham, her sister Doreen and her husband George Seip and nephew Terrance Seip. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Sunday October 26 from 2-5 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate Shirley's life will be held on Monday October 27, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Ruth Long officiating. Interment in Brussels Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Alzheimer Society 1020 Ontario Street Unit 5 Stratford, ON N5A 6Z3 or Atwood United Church PO Box 159 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

June 11, 1927 to October 22, 2014 Arlan Erb Peacefully in his sleep, Arlan went to be with his Lord on Wednesday October 22, 2014 at the age of 87. Arlan resided at Nithview Community, New Hamburg and was formerly of Millbank. He was a member of Heritage Mennonite Church, Millbank and had served with the Gospel Echoes prison ministry for many years. Arlan enjoyed woodworking and spending time with his family and friends. Beloved husband of Marion (Nafziger) Erb whom he married in 1951. Loving father of Duane and Jean, Twila Brenneman, Daryl and Norma. Special grandpa of Treena and Roger and their children Lidia, Mya, Katy and Jesse; Dale and Maria; Twila; Darren and Katie Ann; Rebecca and Daniel and their son Luke; Elizabeth and Nick and their daughter Penelope; Sarah; Phil and Allison and their son Owen; Jeff and Catherine and their children Phoenix, Julian and Lincoln; Janine and Brad. Brother-in-law of Ken Brenneman and Catherine and William Kuepfer. Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, cousins and Ray and Rose McAllister. Predeceased by his parents Samuel and Minetta (Kennel) Erb, son-in-law Cliff Brenneman and sister-in-law Emmalene Brenneman. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at Milverton Mennonite Fellowship Church, 6619 Perth Road 131, Milverton on Friday October 24 from 1-4 and 6-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be held on Saturday October 25, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Lee Mummau officiating. Interment in Bethel Cemetery, Millbank. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Gospel Echoes Prison Ministry c/o Gary Martin PO Box 130 Millbank, ON N0K 1L0 appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

May 9, 1933 to October 22, 2014 James (Jim) Cooper of RR3 Brussels, passed away peacefully at Seaforth Community Hospital on Wednesday October 22, 2014 at the age of 81. Jim will be remembered by the community as a mentor and friend to many people, both young and old. At Christmas time, Jim enjoyed playing Santa Claus at many church and family functions. Beloved husband of Anne (Hurst) Cooper whom he married in 1969. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews Margaret Anne and Barry Buchanan, Marilyn and Bob Mitchell, Jean Hurst, Robert and Bonnie Leslie, great nieces and nephews Catherine Liden, Andrew Mitchell, Ryan Buchanan, Kara Hinder, six great great nieces and nephew, and cousins. Predeceased by his parents Joseph and Ida (Bremner) Cooper. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Friday October 24 from 7-9 p.m. and on Saturday October 25, 2014 from 1-1:45 p.m. followed by the funeral service to celebrate Jim's life at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Allan Livingstone officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to a charity of one's choice appreciated and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to the Current Funerals page and clicking on the Make a Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice.