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August 30, 1976 to August 31, 2012 Jeremy Gerber of Milverton, passed away tragically while on vacation with his family at Sauble Beach on Friday August 31, 2012 at the age of 36. Jeremy was a member of Poole Mennonite Church and the Milverton Rod and Gun Club. He enjoyed the great outdoors spending time at the beach, camping, snowmobiling, music and movies. He was immensely proud of his independence and especially his business Gerber's Landscape and Design. Jeremy loved people and appreciated being loved in return. Beloved son of Bud and Ruth (Zehr) Gerber of RR1 Milverton. Loving brother of Stacey and his wife Marcia Gerber of Airdrie Alberta and Andrea Gerber and her husband Darryl Brodhagen of Mitchell. Special uncle of Jaden. Fondly remembered by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Predeceased by his grandparents John and Anna Gerber and Vernon and Katie Zehr. Jeremy's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at Poole Mennonite Church, Poole on Tuesday September 4 from 1-4 and 6-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate his life will be held on Wednesday September 5, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Paul Dyck officiating. Interment to follow in the adjoining church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Sunshine Foundation 495 Richmond Street Suite 400 London, ON N6A 5A9 Tuberous Sclerosis 28 McGregor Drive Ajax, ON L1T 3W8 or a charity of choice would be 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 Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

July 3, 1938 to August 17, 2012 Ross Patterson of Seaforth, formerly of Brussels, passed away peacefully at Stratford General Hospital on Friday August 17, 2012 at the age of 74 years. Ross will be remembered as a longtime rural mail carrier for Brussels and Meals on Wheels volunteer and more recently for his shopping excursions around town on his scooter and his love for Kentucky Fried Chicken. Father of Lori Patterson of Goderich, Brian Patterson of Cambridge, Gary Patterson and friend Melyssa Holtz of Cambridge. Brother and brother-in-law of Jean and Cliff Brown of Tiverton, Ruth and Mike Burke of Mitchell's Bay and Pauline Patterson and friend Tom Strachan of Mitchell. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Roy and Bernice (Thomas) Patterson and his brother Jim (2002). Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral home visitation or service. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery will take place at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 9Z9 or Stratford General Hospital 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 Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

December 22, 1931 to August 15, 2012 R. Alexander Nichol, of RR2 Atwood, passed away peacefully with family at his side, at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Wednesday August 15, 2012 at the age of 80. Alex was a member of Atwood Presbyterian Church. He enjoyed woodworking and tinkering with antique tractors. Beloved husband of Bev (Hyde) Nichol whom he married in 1963. Loving father of Pauline and Peter Howard of RR2 Atwood, Nancy and Bert Vorstenbosch of RR3 Mitchell, Glenn and Jennie Nichol of RR2 Atwood, Donna and Stephen Mitchell of RR1 Listowel, Ross and Melanie Koch Nichol of RR1 Atwood. Special grandpa of Nicole, Jacob, Zac, Elysha, Julia, Alyssa, Natalie, Brianna, Dayna, Austin, Connor, Tyler, Kaedyn, Liam, Brock and Aria. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Isabel and Harry Kozicki of Mannheim, Archie Morris of Fullarton, Grace and Edwin Rothwell of Stratford, Marion and Roy McKay of Mitchell. Fondly remembered by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by his parents William and Hildred (Alexander) Nichol and his sisters Marilyn Morris and Margaret Nichol. Alex's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Friday August 17 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday August 18, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at Atwood Presbyterian Church with Rev. Andrew Thompson officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood Presbyterian Church PO Box 290 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 or Listowel Memorial Hospital 255 Elizabeth Street E. Listowel, ON N4W 2P5 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 Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

February 17, 1932 to August 14, 2012 Victor Bernhardt of RR2 Atwood, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Tuesday August 14, 2012 at the age of 80 years. Father of Chris Bernhardt and Dave and Johanna Bernhardt all of Orangeville. Brother of Fred Kolomeitz of Brantford. Cremation has taken place and there will be no funeral home visitation or service.

June 1, 1962 to August 11, 2012 Richard Metzloff, of Toronto, passed away at Groves Memorial Hospital, Fergus, on Saturday August 11, 2012 at the age of 50. Richard was an avid supporter of the Toronto Fire Fighters Muscular Dystrophy boot drive and an advocate for service dog acceptance and transit accessibility. He enjoyed photography, cottage time with his family and spending time with his loyal companion and service dog Piper. Dear son of Harry Metzloff of Belwood. Loving brother of Tim and Deanne of Atwood and Dave Metzloff and Terry Popowich of Garson. Uncle of Robert, Darryl and Jennifer, Kevin and Melinda, Philip, Alison, Heather and great uncle of Connor, Blake, Desireh and Mikel. Fondly remembered by his aunts, uncles and cousins. Cremation has taken place. Richard's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Thursday, August 16, 2012 from 1:00 p.m. until time of the memorial service at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. John Hogerwaard officiating. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides 152 Wilson Street Oakville, Ontario L6K 3H2 would be 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 Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

November 17, 1916 to August 5, 2012 Annie McCourt, of Atwood, passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Sunday August 5, 2012 at the age of 95. Annie was a member of Atwood United Church, Atwood UCW, Atwood Valentine Rebekah Lodge No. 343 and was Past District Deputy of Stratford District No. 29. Annie enjoyed playing cards, quilting and spending time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Beloved wife of the late Clarence McCourt who predeceased her in 1985. Lovingly remembered by her daughter Joyce Raycraft and friend Rae Thompson of Atwood. Mother-in-law of Joyce and her husband Jim Spence of Goderich. Special grandma of Don McCourt, Mike and Jackie McCourt, Judy and Kevin Dewar, Bevon and Barb Raycraft, Brent and Nicola Raycraft, Brad Raycraft, great grandma of Matthew, Kyle, Sydney, Cooper, Nicolas, Victoria, Randy, Evan and Samantha, Becky, Cory, Brittany and Natasha. Fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her son Murray, son-in-law Jack Raycraft and her sister Agnes and husband Earl Harrow. Annie's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Friday August 10 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday August 11, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Michelle Owens and Brian Hymers officiating. Interment in Donegal Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood United Church PO Box 159 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 or Donegal Cemetery c/o Neil Cockwell PO Box 10 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 would be 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 Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

October 8, 1967 to August 5, 2012 Gerrit (Jerry) Van Eck, passed away tragically as a result of an accident at his Browntown Road farm on Sunday August 5, 2012 at the age of 44. Jerry was born in the Netherlands, a son of Cora and the late Herman Van Eck. Sadly missed by his children Mieka, Tim and Jodie Van Eck and their mother Jeske and special uncle and aunt Gijs and Annie Van Beusekom. Dear brother of Annette and Otto Ebskamp and Andre and Yvon Van Eck. Uncle of Bas, Niels, Thijs and Storm. Fondly remembered by his extended family, friends and employees. There will be no funeral home visitation or service. Jerry's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at a memorial reception to be held at the Elma Memorial Community Centre, Main Street, Atwood on Thursday August 9, 2012 at 12:00 noon. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to 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 Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice.

October 27, 1982 to July 28, 2012 Melvin Vaughan, passed away at his home in Atwood at the age of 29. Mel enjoyed spending time with his family and being outdoors 4-wheeling. Loving son of Karen and Rick Harper of Atwood. Dear brother of Mike and Jen of Newton. Cherished grandson of June Harper of Listowel. Special uncle of Kayla, Taylor, Cole, Blake, Savannah and Sienna. Remembered by many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and Jennifer. Predeceased by his father Melvin Vaughan and grandparents Alice and Bill Wick and Gary Harper. Mel's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Elma Memorial Community Centre, Main Street, Atwood, on Thursday August 2 from 2-4 and 7-8:30 p.m. with a memorial service to follow at 8:30 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to 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 Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice.

February 20, 1926 to July 26, 2012 Kenneth Hurst, of Atwood, passed away unexpectedly at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Thursday July 26, 2012 at the age of 86. Ken was a faithful member of St. Alban's and St. David's Anglican Church, Atwood. Dear brother of Anne and Jim Cooper of RR3 Brussels. Missed by his nieces and nephew Margaret Anne Buchanan, Marilyn Mitchell, Robert Leslie, Jean Hurst and cousins Lloyd and Glen Hurst. Fondly remembered by Audrey Wilson. Predeceased by his parents William and Minnie (Barron) Hurst, his sister Alma and her husband Bob Leslie, brother Ross and his wife Ruby Hurst and brother William David in infancy. Ken's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Sunday July 29 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate his life will be held on Monday July 30, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Laura Lightfoot officiating. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to a charity of one's choice would be 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 your charity of choice

May 16, 1929 to July 23, 2012 John Partridge, of Monkton, passed away unexpectedly on Monday July 23, 2012 on the farm where he was born 83 years ago. Beloved husband of the late Dallas Partridge who predeceased him in 2010. Loving father and father-in-law of Bonnie and Wray Lealess of Fullarton, Irene Partridge of RR1 Brunner, Kevin Partridge of Monkton, Kimberley and Kevin Culligan of Mitchell. Cherished grandpa of Perry and Kendra, Patrick and Candis, Virginia, Heather and Adam, Ryan, Trevor and Julie. Special great-grandpa of Madison, Erika, Alexis, Kayla and Tuesday. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Leonard Partridge of Mitchell, Janet and Klaas Kroesen of Monkton and Ruby McEwen of Mitchell. Fondly remembered by nieces & nephews. Predeceased by his parents John Wesley and Mabel (Schade) Partridge, his son Ronald, sisters Wilma and her husband Clarence Connelly, Marion and her husband Kenneth McNaught, sister-in-law Doris Partridge and brother-in-law Keith McEwen. John's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Wednesday July 25 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate his life will be held on Thursday July 26, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Heart and Stroke Foundation 556 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 5T9 or Listowel Memorial Hospital 255 Elizabeth Street East Listowel, ON N4W 2P5 would be 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.

May 27, 1911 to June 29, 2012 Florence Margaret Holmes, passed away peacefully at her residence in Caressant Care Nursing Home, Listowel, on Friday June 29, 2012 in her 102nd year. Florence was a life member of the Listowel West Branch Women's Institute and enjoyed playing cards and cooking. Beloved wife of the late J. Cecil Holmes who predeceased her on August 2, 2002. Loving mother of Sharon and husband Murray Chapman of RR4 Listowel and Doug and wife Julie Holmes of Paris. Special grandma of Steve and Holly Chapman of Elmira, Mike and Carolyn Chapman of Listowel, Jason and Diane Holmes, and Jeff and Nikki Holmes all of Paris and great-grandma of Hunter, Jensen, Emily and Megan Chapman, Bernadette, James, Lauren, Ashley and Trent Holmes. Dear sister of Laura Johns of Listowel, Dorothy Hawkins and Grayce and Pete Mowry all of Richmond Hill. Fondly remembered by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by her parents Ephriam and Margaret (Dick) Gildner, her brother Graham Gildner and his wife Margaret, brothers-in-law Hilton (Shorty) Johns and Bill Hawkins, and sisters-in-law Agnes Holmes and Bessie Holmes Greer. Florence's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Monday July 2nd from 7 to 9 p.m. Visitation will continue at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Listowel on Tuesday July 3rd, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m.with Rev. Ralph Dwarika officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Multiple Sclerosis Society 21 Grosvenor Street London, ON N6A 4V2 North Perth Community Hospice 135 Main Street East, Suite 105 Listowel, ON N4W 2B5 or a charity of choice would be 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 29, 1956 to May 19, 2012 Reinhard Jesse, of Listowel, passed away at his residence after a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday May 19, 2012 at the age of 55. Reinhard spent his spare time landscaping, woodworking and working with leather. He enjoyed music and playing the keyboard, guitar and accordion. Loving husband of Mary (Bateman) Sproul. Dear father of Brigitte Jesse, Stephanie Jesse both of Kitchener, James Sproul of Listowel, Dawne Jesse of Stratford and John Sproul of Timmins. Special grandpa of Lacie, Kendra, Nicole and Megan. Son of Frieda (Hermoneit) Jesse of Waterloo and the late Hans Jesse. Fondly remembered by his brother Kurt Jesse of New Dundee, his nieces and nephews and the Bateman family. Reinhard's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Saturday May 26, 2012 from 12 noon -12:45 p.m. where the memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Thompson officiating. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Ethel. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 9Z9 would be 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