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August 6, 1921 to May 2, 2010 Kenneth Stewart MacDonald passed away peacefully at his residence in Forwich Village Nursing Home on Sunday May 2, 2010 in his 89th year. Survived by his sister Mary MacDonald of Livingstone Manor Retirement Home, Listowel and his sister-in-law Faye MacDonald of Goderich. Remembered by his niece Margaret McInroy (nee Shortreed) and her husband Rick, his niece Julie Hymers (nee MacDonald) and her husband David, his nephew Peter MacDonald and his wife Jennifer and his nephew Bill's wife Valerie Shortreed. Predeceased by his first wife Doris Cunningham, his second wife Margaret Rogister, his parents Martin and Margaret (McNabb) MacDonald, his sister Muriel Shortreed, his brother Graeme MacDonald and his nephew Bill Shortreed. In keeping with Ken's wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation will be held at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood, on Saturday May 8, 2010 from 1-4 p.m. A family committal service will take place in Cranbrook Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: 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 A Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

January 10, 1924 to March 28, 2010 Joseph Earl Holmes passed away peacefully at Caressant Care Nursing Home on Sunday March 28, 2010. Earl was born on January 10, 1924, the youngest son of Joseph and Florence (Spillet) Holmes. Earl remained a bachelor his entire life, while his four siblings all married and raised families. Earl enjoyed visiting and sharing special occasions with his eldest sister Amy and her husband Fred Martin and their two children, Allan Martin and Pat Koch. Earl respected and admired his oldest brother Harry, who, with the help of his soul mate Florence often entertained Earl with visits and car trips with their daughters Dorothy Knipe and Grace Strachan. Earl visited regularly with Bev and Mildred Mitchell and their children, Bob Mitchell and Marion Sharpe. When Bob appeared to be following in the bachelorhood footsteps, he often spent a weekend evening or a Sunday afternoon with the Boys; Earl who was often called Sam, Bob Menzies, and Eric Coates. Earl and his brother Bill farmed together until Bill married Gladys at which time Earl was welcomed into the Robert Menzies home. Bill and Gladys had one son Keith. Earl took on the life of a farmer's helper as he was welcomed into the lives and homes of the Earl Johnson family, Bill and Marybeth Mann's family and the McIlroy family of Gowanstown. Earl completed his farming career at David Carson Farms. He worked for a brief time at Wheaton Glass and rented an apartment on Barber Avenue N. in Listowel. Earl was a member of Trowbridge LOL No. 652. In the late 1990's Earl suffered a moderately severe stroke that changed the course of the remainder of his life. A few months at Parkwood Hospital in London won him the love and respect of the staff there, as he regained some of his independence. He returned to Listowel where he took up residence at Caressant Care Retirement Home. Joe Moore was his friendly room mate for many years. Earl's health took him to Listowel Hospital just after his 85th birthday and then he returned to Caressant Care Nursing Home in August of 2009. His room mate since that time has been another amiable gentleman, John Drost. Earl was loved and respected by all who knew or worked with him, and he will be greatly missed. His sense of humour, his ability to laugh at himself, and his capacity or talent to make the best of any situation endeared him to all. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Trowbridge United Church, on Tuesday March 30, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Michelle Owens will officiate. Interment in Elma Centre Cemetery, Atwood. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Listowel Memorial Hospital 255 Elizabeth Street East Listowel, ON N4W 2P5 or Trowbridge United Church c/o Marg Clarke RR #1, Atwood, ON N0G 1B0 would be 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 at the above address.

October 7, 1934 to March 27, 2010 Fern Stemmler passed away peacefully at South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Durham on Saturday March 27, 2010. She resided at Rockwood Terrace, Durham and was born 75 years ago in Wellesley Township, a daughter of the late James and Elizabeth (Birmingham) McMahon. Beloved wife of the late William Stemmler who predeceased her in 1994. Loving mother of Carl of Saskatchewan, Barb and Bob Illman of RR1 Wroxeter, Colleen and Dennis Keith of RR1 Wallenstein, Lorie Kuepfer and Eugene Gallucci of Port Elgin and Jim of Guelph. Missed by her grandchildren Lyndsey, Kevin and their daughter Ella; Matthew and friend Delrae; Shane; Devin; step-grandchildren Jesse and his son Justin; Trevor; Cory, Candace and their children Morgan, Aiden, Addison. Dear sister of Frank McMahon of Kitchener, Jim and Marg McMahon of Gorrie and sister-in-law of Jack Hanley of Linwood, Carol McMahon of Linwood and Bruce Reibling of Tiverton. Fondly remembered by Laverne Kuepfer and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her daughters Sandra, Darlene and Carolyn, brother Russ McMahon, sisters Rita Sachs and her husband Bob, Helen Hanley, Kay Reibling, and sister-in-law Marg McMahon. Fern's family invites relatives and friends to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Tuesday March 30, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service to celebrate Fern's life will be held on Wednesday March 31, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Karen Stemmler officiating. Interment in St. Mary's R.C. Cemetery, Hesson. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: The Heart and Stroke Foundation 556 Huron Street Stratford, Ontario N5A 5T9 would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home or returning to Current Funerals and clicking on the Make Donation link. Please forward your cheque directly to the charity at the above address.

December 18, 1954 to March 26, 2010 Wayne Colquhoun passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Friday March 26, 2010. He resided in Listowel and was born 55 years ago in Stratford, a son of Marion (Boyd) Colquhoun of Stratford and the late Fred Colquhoun. Wayne was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259 Listowel. Beloved husband of Marion (Broughton) Colquhoun whom he married in 1986. Loving father of Vicki Scheeringa and Barry McIntosh of Listowel, Kevin Leis and Annette Morrison of Elora and Gary Leis of Kitchener. Special grandpa of Melissa, Amanda, Andrew, Kris, Nolan, Justin, Ryan, Danielle and great-grandpa of Kaylee and Noah. Dear brother of Barry and Ann Marie of Stratford and Wendy Bye and Randy Lee of Thamesford. Son-in-law of Cora Broughton of Monkton and brother-in-law of Sharon Pengally and friend Ted Williams of Goderich, Betty Lou and Ross Rennick of Monkton, Brenda and Bill Burkholder of Blyth. Fondly remembered by his special niece Sherri and her husband Matt McGill and many other nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his father-in-law George Broughton, brothers-in-law Bob Broughton and Don Pengally. In keeping with Wayne's wishes, cremation has taken place. Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories at the Brenneman Funeral Home 141 John Street, Atwood (519-356-2382), on Wednesday March 31, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A private family memorial service to celebrate Wayne's life will be held at the funeral home on Thursday April 1 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Ralph Dwarika officiating. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to: Community Care Access Centre 65 Lorne Ave E. Stratford, Ontario N5A 6S4 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.

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.