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April 19, 1934 to February 17, 2010 Art Brenneman passed away peacefully at Stratford General Hospital on Wednesday February 17, 2010. He resided in Milverton and was born 75 years ago in Wellesley Township, a son of the late Elmer and Edna (Leis) Brenneman. Art was a member of Poole Mennonite Church. He was a well known livestock broker dealing with many local farmers and stockyards. Beloved husband of Dolores (Schultz) Brenneman whom he married in 1957. Loving father of Jim and Judy Brenneman of Atwood and Judy and Rod Shantz of St. Jacobs. Special grandpa of Jeremy and Bev, Justin and Pam, Scott and Nikki, Kathy and Mark. Dear brother of Ken Brenneman of Milverton and brother-in-law of Twila Brenneman of Linwood. Also remembered by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Del and Judy Schultz of Waterloo, Franca Schultz of Las Vegas, Nevada, Ab and Shirley Schultz of Lake Havasu City, Arizona, Wayne and Janet Schultz of Tavistock, Ralph and Dorothy Schultz of RR 4 Stratford, Robert and Karen Schultz of Stratford, Paul and Joan Schultz of Brunner, Garry and Lorraine Schultz of Milton and by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his brother Cliff Brenneman, sister-in-law Emmaline Brenneman, step-father Enos Zehr, brother-in-law Cliff Schultz and nephew James Brubacher. Art's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Thursday February 18, 2010 from 7-9 p.m. and on Friday February 19, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Art's life will be held at Poole Mennonite Church on Saturday February 20, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Paul Dyck officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Lung Association Jenny Trout Centre 121 - 342 Erie Street Stratford, ON N5A 2N4 or The Heart and Stroke Foundation 556 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 5T9 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.

April 10, 1930 to February 14, 2010 Ross Hurst passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Sunday February 14, 2010. He resided in Gowanstown and was formerly of RR 2 Atwood. Ross was born 79 years ago in Elma Township, a son of the late Bill and Minnie (Barron) Hurst. He was a member of St. Alban's and St. David's Anglican Church, Atwood. Beloved husband of the late Ruby (Salter) Hurst who predeceased him in 2004. Loving father of Jean Hurst of Strathroy. Dear brother of Ken Hurst of Atwood and Anne and Jim Cooper of RR 3 Brussels. Fondly remembered by brothers-in-law and sister-in-law Violet Archer of Woodstock, Bill Salter of Listowel, Jim Salter of Gowanstown and by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Special friend of Alice Brochu of Clinton. Predeceased by his sister Alma and her husband Bob Leslie and brothers-in-law Reid Kennedy and Robert Archer. Ross's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Monday February 15, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate his life will be held on Tuesday February 16, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with The Rev. Tom Wilson officiating. Spring 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 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.

March 7, 1917 to January 26, 2010 Mary Cumming passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Tuesday January 26, 2010. She resided in Listowel where she was born 92 years ago. She was a daughter of the late William and Mae (Bell) Karges. Mary was a member of Atwood Presbyterian Church and a former member of the Atwood Chapter of Rebekah Lodge No. 343. Beloved wife of the late Archie Cumming who predeceased her in 2001. Loving mother of Wayne and Marlene Cumming of Bracebridge and Brenda and Bill Wood of London. Special grandma of Laurie (Ron), Lisa (Jim), Philip (Dalene), Pam (Brian) and Bev (Lloyd), great grandma of Stephanie, Fallon, Andrew, Kelsey, Emma, Stephanie, Shawna, Shaelynn, Brandon, James and great great grandma of Tayla, Anika and Colby. Mary's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Saturday January 30, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. until time of the funeral service at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. John Hogerwaard officiating. Spring interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 9Z9 or Atwood Presbyterian Church c/o Deanne Metzloff PO Box 290 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.

December 23, 1921 to January 16, 2010 Verna Crawford passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Saturday January 16, 2010. She resided at RR1 Monkton and was born 88 years ago in Logan Township, a daughter of the late William and Agnes (Melville) McNaught. Verna was a member of Knox Presbyterian Church, Monkton where she had served as record secretary for over 30 years. She was a former member of the Moncrief Women's Institute and Atwood Senior Citizens. Beloved wife of the late Ken Crawford who predeceased her in 2003. Loving mother of Harvey and Evelyn Crawford of Kitchener, Lloyd and Shirley Crawford of Stratford, Agnes and Joe Udvari of Woodstock, Janet and James Keenleyside-Richter of London, Donald and Beth Crawford of Brussels and mother-in-law of Joe and Dianne Brown of Tillsonburg. Special grandma to 11 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Ken and his wife Marion McNaught of Mississauga and Agnes Ward of Stratford. Fondly remembered by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by her daughter Marilyn, grand daughter Lori Hewitt, sisters Janet and her husband Grayson Richmond, Florence and her husband Edwin Drager, brothers Sterling and his wife Bertha McNaught, Melville and his wife Irene McNaught and brother-in-law Clarence Ward. Verna's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Monday January 18, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate her life will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, Monkton on Tuesday January 19, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Theresa McDonald-Lee officiating. Spring interment in North Logan Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Listowel Memorial Hospital 255 Elizabeth Street Listowel, Ontario N4W 2P5 or Knox Presbyterian Church 34 Maddison Street Monkton, Ontario N0K 1P0 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.

July 2, 1932 to January 14, 2010 William (Bill) Lloyd Baillie passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Thursday January 14, 2010. He farmed at RR 1 Monkton for over 50 years. Bill was born 77 years ago in Elma Township, a son of the late Mark and Wilda (Baker) Baillie. He was the owner of Wm. Baillie Silo Construction. Bill enjoyed spending time hunting and trapping. Beloved husband of the late Alice (Broughton) Baillie who predeceased him in 1991. Loving father of Marie and Rick VanderVeen of Seaforth, Brenda Keats of Listowel, Lillian and Garry Van Poucke of Seaforth, Darlene and Mike Trapnell of Egmondville, Pauline and Kevin Raycraft of RR2 Wroxeter, and father-in-law of Connie Baillie of RR1 Monkton. Special grandpa of Tammy, Craig, Melissa, Ashley, Kirk, Leslie, Candace, Christina, Jacqueline, Michelle, Pat, Trevor, Tyler, Trenton and their spouses and great-grandpa of Payden, Ben, Justice, Deagan, Kayden, Wade, Aleah, Bryce and Annabel. Dear brother of Ken and Linda of Listowel, Audrey and Fred Ludington of Atwood, Maxine and Richard Adair of Listowel, Bob of Kitchener, John of Monkton, and Barry and Cheryl of Monkton and brother-in-law of Jack Sanburn of Gorrie. Fondly remembered by the Broughton family and many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by his son Lloyd, son-in-law Alfred Keats, grandchildren Sabrina, Justin, Scott, Lindsey, brother James and sister Donna Sanburn. Bill's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood, on Saturday January 16, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the service to celebrate his life will be held on Sunday January 17, 2010 at 2:30 p.m. with Rev. George Russell officiating. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, Ontario N5A 9Z9 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 at the above address.

October 22, 1912 to January 11, 2010 Maudie Hamilton of Toronto, formerly of Listowel, passed away peacefully at Toronto East General Hospital on Monday January 11, 2010 at the age of 97. She was born in Listowel, a daughter of the late Henry and Martha (Ash) Thedorff. Beloved wife of the late Bill Hamilton who predeceased her in 2001. Loving mother of Bill and Carlyne Hamilton of Scarborough. Special grandma of Dan and Barbara and their son Scott of Scarborough, Jamie and Heather and their daughter Madelyn of Brooklin, and Lindsay Hamilton and fiance Mo. She will be fondly remembered by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by her son Jim and his wife Mary. Maudie was the last surviving member of her family being predeceased by her brothers and sisters Charlie, Sayde, Minnie, Christopher, Ellie and Roy. Maudie's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Wednesday January 13, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate her life will be held on Thursday January 14, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Michelle Owens officiating. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Elma Centre Cemetery c/o Ruby Schyff RR #1, Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 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 at the above address.

August 27, 1928 to January 10, 2010 Bill Burke of Listowel, passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Sunday January 10, 2010. He was formerly of RR 2 Atwood and was born 81 years ago in Listowel, a son of the late Glenn and Alma (Forrest) Burke. Bill was a member of Atwood Presbyterian Church where he had served as Elder and Clerk of Session. He was a member of the Independent Order of Oddfellows Atwood Lodge No. 332 and a life member of the Avon Lodge No. 41. Bill also served as a Director of Elma Mutual Insurance. Beloved husband of Daryl (McAllister) Burke whom he married in 1976. Dear brother of Helen Hanna of Listowel. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews Doug and Vickie Hanna of Gravenhurst, Ron and Brenda Hanna of Milverton, Pauline Hanna of Stratford, Diane and Jack Gabel of RR 1 Listowel and his cousin Bob and his wife Isobel Burke of London. Predeceased by his brother-in-law Elwood Hanna. Bill's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Atwood Presbyterian Church on Wednesday January 13, 2010 from 1:30 p.m. until time of the funeral service to celebrate his life at 2:30 p.m. with Rev. Cathrine Campbell officiating. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Listowel Memorial Hospital 255 Elizabeth Street E. Listowel, ON N4W 2P5 Atwood Presbyterian Church c/o Deanne Metzloff Box 290 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 or 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 Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity of choice at the above address.

September 2, 1927 to December 30, 2009 Arend passed away unexpectedly at Guelph General Hospital on Wednesday December 30, 2009. He resided in Atwood and was born 82 years ago in The Netherlands, a son of the late John and Henrietta (Dekker) Runhart. As a founding member of the Atwood Fire Department, Arend held the position of Captain for most of his 20 years of service. He enjoyed spending time on small wood working projects and was very proud of his caretaking duties at the Elma Centre Cemetery, a position he held for many years until his retirement in 2006. Beloved husband of Neah (Abbott) Runhart whom he married in 1951. Loving father of Allan Runhart and friend Diane of Atwood, Louise and Ken Rea of Atwood, Daniel Runhart of Hensall, Kevin (Tree) and Mary Jane Runhart of Mitchell, Murray and Darlene Runhart of Atwood. Special grandpa of Nancy, Ben, Amy, Sara, Beth, Stephen, Rachel, Nathan, Rebecca, Terry, Michelle, Megan, Ryan, Sabrina, Richard and 8 great grandchildren. Dear brother of Fem Nyhoff of Harrow, Henry and Ruth Runhart of Kitchener, Jenny and Don Wightman of Kitchener, Joe Runhart of Mount Pleasant. Fondly remembered by Margaret Runhart of Exeter, sisters-in-law Doreen Brockwell of Peterborough, Elaine Runhart of London and by many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by his grandson Jon, brothers Henry in infancy, Johnny and Gerrit, brother-in-law Henry Nyhoff and sister-in-law Sonja Runhart. Arend's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Friday January 1, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday January 2, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. John Hogerwaard officiating. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: V.O.N Perth Huron 40 Long Drive Suite 111 Stratford, ON N5A 8A3 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.

March 25, 1953 to December 26, 2009 Ken McLean passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Saturday December 26, 2009. He resided in Monkton and was born 56 years ago in Brussels, a son of the late Ian and Blanche (Oppenhauser) McLean. Ken was a member of Monkton United Church and the Monkton Lion's Club. He enjoyed playing on the Monkton Wildcats hockey team and in the Monkton fastball league. Dear brother of Bob and Brenda McLean of Monkton and Patricia and Ed Martin of Prince Edward Island. Special uncle of Chris and Trisha McLean and their son Braedon, Kevin and Tammy McLean and their daughter Hailey, Kyle McLean and friend Megan Runhart, Corey McLean and friend Katie Gascho and step-uncle of Tracy and Cam Richardson. Fondly remembered by many aunts, uncles and cousins. In keeping with Ken's wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at the Brenneman Funeral Home, 141 John Street, Atwood on Thursday December 31, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Alex McGilvery officiating. Spring interment in North Logan Cemetery, Monkton. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Muscular Dystrophy Canada 2345 Yonge Street, Suite 901 Toronto, ON M4P 2E5 Heart and Stroke Foundation 556 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 5T9 or The Elma/Logan Recreation Complex Building Fund c/o North Perth Recreation 330 Wallace Ave North. Listowel, ON N4W 1L3 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 16, 1916 to December 21, 2009 Myrn Rock passed away peacefully at Caressant Care Nursing Home, Listowel on Monday December 21, 2009 at the age of 93. She was born in Ellice Township, a daughter of the late George and Annie (Kercher) Diehl. Myrn was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Monkton where she taught Sunday School and was caretaker of the church for 10 years. She had a special gift of remembering birthdays and anniversaries. Beloved wife of the late John Rock who predeceased her in 1981. Loving mother of Ray and Margaret of RR #2 Atwood, John and Barbara of Stratford, Mark H. and Kathy of Atwood and Joel and Marilyn of Woodstock. Special grandma of Matthew and Angie, Cheryl and Allan, Kathleen and Rob, Donald, Tim and Heather, Janel and Bill, David, Michelle and Marcel, Amanda, Naomi, April, Angela and Steve, Jennifer, Rachel, Kayla and great grandma of 16 great-grandchildren and one great great-grandchild. Fondly remembered by her sister Florence Bartja of Mitchell, her brother George and his wife Isabel Diehl of Stratford, sisters-in-law Eva Rock of Listowel, Beatrice Rock of Waterloo and Della Rock of Mitchell. Also remembered by Rebecca Rock of London and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her son Donald, five sisters and three brothers. Myrn's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Wednesday December 23, 2009 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Myrn's life will be held at First Baptist Church, 6161 County Road 86, Listowel on Thursday December 24 at 11:00 a.m. Spring interment in North Logan Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Lutheran Laymen's League of Canada Lutheran Hour Ministries 270 Lawrence Avenue Kitchener, ON N2M 1Y4 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.

December 30, 1937 to December 10, 2009 Joyce passed away suddenly at University Hospital, London on Thursday December 10, 2009. She resided in Atwood and was born 71 years ago in Blanchard Township, a daughter of the late Stanley and Elsie (Houck) Telfer. Joyce was a member of Atwood Presbyterian Church where she was a valued choir member. She often blessed the community with her musical talents. Joyce was also a member of the Atwood Lioness Club and volunteered with the Meals on Wheels program. Joyce was the beloved wife of Cor Schalk whom she married in 1957; the loving mother of Debbie McIntosh of Listowel, Joanne Schalk of Mississauga, Jeff Schalk of Listowel; and the special grandma of Luke and Dylan. She was the dear sister of Shirley Johnston of Listowel, Inez Hill of Fergus, Bruce Telfer of Kitchener and Marie and Norman Bell of Milverton. Joyce will be fondly remembered by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Willa Ament, Gerard and Edith Schalk all of Listowel, Bill Lucas of Atwood, Ken Wenzel of Palmerston and by many nieces & nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers Raymond, Glen, Kenneth and her sisters Jean and Norma. Joyce's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Monday December 14, 2009 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate Joyce's life will be held at Atwood Presbyterian Church on Tuesday December 15, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Cathrine Campbell officiating. Spring interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Atwood Presbyterian Church c/o Deanne Metzloff PO Box 290 Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 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 at the above address.

December 30, 1923 to December 3, 2009 Lawrence passed away peacefully at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Thursday December 3, 2009. He resided in Listowel and was born 85 years ago in Elma Township, a son of the late William and Carrie (Hanna) Edgar. Lawrence was a member of St. Alban & St. David Anglican Church, Atwood and a past member of the Atwood Chapter of the Loyal Orange Lodge No. 630. He took great pride in the seven violins that he crafted and enjoyed playing them in the Country Cousins along with his wife Anne and friends Larry Smith and Garnet Smith. Beloved husband of Anne (Hull) Edgar whom he married in 1955; loving father of Dan and Madelon of Atwood, Dave of RR #1 Atwood, Steven of RR #1 Atwood, Rob and Jennifer of Hamilton, Colleen and Darren Bishop of Font Hill; special grandpa of Athena and fiance Justin, Brittany, Mark and Julie, Megan, Erin, Blair, Brooke and Blake. Fondly remembered by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Charles and Dorothy Hull of Welland, Bill and Tonia Hull of Credition, Marian Knox of Clinton and by many nieces & nephews. Lawrence's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Saturday December 5, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. until time of the memorial service at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. George Russell officiating. Interment to follow in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Canadian Cancer Society 536 Huron Street Stratford, ON N5A 9Z9 or St. Alban & St. David Anglican Church c/o Melodie Heibein R.R. #2 Listowel, ON N4W 3G7 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.