Benson Funeral Home

BOBEE, Nicholas – 1916-2010, peacefully at Centennial Place Millbrook on Sunday February 28, 2010 at the age of 93. Beloved husband of the late Katherine Bobee. Loving father of Edward (Louise), Ernie (Marilyn) and Garry (Susan). Proud grandfather of 7, great grandfather of 8 and great great grandfather of 1. Brother of Angie Worobec. Nicholas lived his life as a farmer, a soldier WWII, as a worker with the Ministry of Natural Resources and a God fearing man.

Funeral Service to be held Thursday, March 04th, 2010

Mr. Bobee resting in the Benson Funeral Home (24 King Street East, Millbrook 705-932-5300) on Wednesday March 3 from 7pm until 9pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Thomas More Roman Catholic Church (28 King Street W, Millbrook) on Thursday March 4 at 10:00 am. Interment in Zion Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Thomas More Catholic Church would be appreciated. For online condolences and donations, please visit www.bensonfuneralhomes.com

HOOTON, Lorne Morris – peacefully after a sudden illness at PRHC on Friday February 12, 2010 at the age of 69. Loving husband of Marion ( nee Tedford). Loved father of Lana (Stuart) Tisdale of Maple Ridge B.C. and Rob (Mary Ann) Hooton of Cavan. Much loved grandfather of Sean, Kyra, Bevin, Justin, Laura and Nathan. Brother of Marie (George) Lord, Margaret Hooton of Montreal, Dorothy (Rod) Northey. Brother in law of Norma (Art) Hamilton, Wayne (Elsie) Tedford, Margaret (Terry) Bell, Linda Park, Judith Douglas, Susan (Bill) Coones, David Tedford (Patti), Wendy (Gary) Dunford. Son in law of Dora Tedford – Lush and sadly missed by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service to be held Saturday, February 20th, 2010

Family will receive friends in the Selwyn Outreach Centre (2686 Lakefield Road) on Saturday February 20th from 1:00 p.m. with a service to celebrate Lorne’s life at 2:00 p.m., Pastor Paul Caldwell officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to the PRHC - ICU or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. For online condolences and donations please visit www.bensonfuneralhomes. With whom arrangements have been entrusted.

MASTERS – Richard Herman, died peacefully at PRHC Palliative Care on February 6, 2010 at the age of 61. Son of Ruby Masters and the late Richard Davey Masters. Beloved husband of Trudy (nee Peneder). Loving father of Tammy (Wes) McKay and Terri (Dean) Mills. Grandfather of Ryan, Andrew and Daniel. Dear brother of Susan (Gary) Stephens and Reg. Predeceased by his sister June Barton. Sadly missed by his nieces, nephews and extended family.

Funeral Service to be held Saturday, February 13th, 2010

A private family service will be held for immediate family. A public celebration of Rick’s life will be held in the Benson Funeral Home (24 King Street East in Millbrook 1-877-982-5300) on Saturday February 13 from 2:30 until 4:00pm. If so desired donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. For online condolences and donations, please visit www.bensonfuneralhomes.com

AMELL, Herbert (Herbie) – passed away suddenly at home on Monday February 1st, 2010 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Roseanne for 42 years. Loving father of Tammy (Tim), Tom (Rebecca), Everlena and predeceased by Steven. Caring grandfather of T.J., Chad, Lindsey, Justin, Alyssa, Stephanie and Renee. Survived by his sister Jeanette. Herbie will be greatly missed by his nieces, nephews, sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws and many friends.

Funeral Service to be held Saturday, February 06th, 2010

Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, February 6th at St. Luke’s Church Downeyville, 340 St. Luke’s Road, City of Kawartha Lakes at 12:00 p.m. Father Mike Heffernan officiating. Interment to take place in the spring. In memory of Herbie, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated and can be made along with condolences online.

ROSZCZYNIALSKA, Halina “Helen” - passed away peacefully at the age of 56 with family by her side on Sunday January 31st after a short and courageous fight with cancer. She leaves behind her husband George of 34 years, her daughter Malgosia (Brett), son Sebastian (Grazyna), and her precious little grandson Harley as well as her large extended family overseas and many lovely friends, staff and customers at T & T Cafe.

Funeral Service to be held Thursday, February 04th, 2010

The mass will be held on Thursday February 4th at 11:00 a.m. at the Our Lady Queen of Poland Roman Catholic Church located at 625 Middlefield Rd. in Scarborough, ON. In lieu of flowers Halina wished donations be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. God has you in his keeping, we have you in our hearts, if tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, we would walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

NEWTON, Velva - passed away peacefully at Parkview Nursing Home in Stouffville on Tuesday January 26, 2010 in her 95th year. Velva will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Service to be held Thursday, January 28th, 2010

Private family arrangements.

LOSCHIAVO (YOURKIN), Andrea - passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday January 26, 2010 at the age of 39. Beloved wife of Nick Loschiavo. Caring mother to Beatrice and Louie. Loving daughter of Phyllis and Walter Yourkin. Dear sister to Anna Yourkin (Leo Belanger), Greg Yourkin (Dianne) and Eldon Yourkin. Andrea will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Service to be held Wednesday, February 03rd, 2010

Andrea will be resting in the Millbrook Christian Assembly (71 King Street West, Millbrook)on Wednesday February 3, 2010 from 10:00am until the time of the service at 11:00am. Reception at Anna and Leo's house (239 Westcott Street, Peterborough 705-748-9046). In memory of Andrea, please consider donations to the Metro Toronto Zoo, which can be made along with condolences on the website.

FULTON, Marion Alma, nee Lentz, on Monday, Jan. 4, 2010, in her 87th year after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s disease. Daughter of William and Louise Lentz. Devoted wife of the late Edward Fulton. Predeceased by her stepdaughter, Patricia. Proud grandmother of Jerry LaPointe (Marsha), Denise Wilder (Brad) and Tricia Jones (Archie); great-grandmother of seven great-grandchildren, all of California. Sister of Esther Maschke, Emily Weido, Bertha Maschke, Noretta L. Herd, Theresa Buller, Sally Thissell and Lynda Beavers; and sister-in-law of Norma Lentz and Caroline Lentz; predeceased by sisters Erna Buelow, Alma Maschke, Louise Newell, Lee Hughes and brothers Wilfred Lentz and Henry Lentz.

Funeral Service to be held Friday, January 08th, 2010

Funeral will be held Friday, Jan. 8 at Christ Lutheran Church, 463 Highland Road, Peterborough at 3:00 p.m. Pastor Karen Jenkins officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Memorial donations can be made to Christ Lutheran Church. Arrangements entrusted to Benson Funeral Home.

Rita Marie Loupelle (LaRue) was born and raised in Sudbury, Ontario on May 5th, 1921. She was the fifth child in a family of twelve children. Rita, and husband Nicholas, raised their family of seven children in the Creighton Mine/Sudbury area. Rita moved to St. Joseph’s at Fleming in June 2004 from Anson House in Peterborough, where she resided for one year. Rita entered peacefully into rest with her family at her bedside on Thursday, December 31st, 2009 in her 88th year. She was predeceased by her husband Nicholas and two daughters Carole (Ron Graham) of Vancouver and Phyllis (Chris Evans) of Sudbury. Rita will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her family, her daughter Audrey (Bogey) von Bogen of Buckhorn, Ontario, Nick (Diana) of Prince Edward Island, Wayne (Claudette) of Calgary, Alberta, Keith (Therese) of Bathurst, New Brunswick, and Craig (Kara) of Barrie, Ontario. Rita was the loving grandmother of 21 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 3 great, great grandchildren. Rita is survived by dear sisters Diane Chellew and Rejeanne Bouchard. She was predeceased by sisters Lucienne, Georgette, Aline, Yolande and brothers Clifford, Cleo, Lucien, Conrad and Phenney. Rita will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Rita’s first language was French and she spoke both French and English fluently. Rita’s husband worked as a miner in the Inco Mine at Creighton. Besides raising her family, Rita found time to work as a gifted seamstress and outfitted numerous wedding parties. She seldom used patterns, preferring to work with her own designs. Besides sewing, Rita enjoyed knitting and crocheting. For relaxation, although she was not a big fan of television, she enjoyed listening to classical music and spending her spare time reading. Rita also loved to participate in bowling, bingo and music programs. A very devote Roman Catholic, her faith and participation at Mass was very important to her. She was very happy to have been able to attend Christmas Day Mass in the St. Joseph’s Chapel and receive Holy Communion. Rita was always grateful to receive the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick each month. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Benson Funeral Home in Millbrook, Ontario. Cremation has taken place.

Funeral Service to be held Friday, January 15th, 2010

A Celebration of Life Service and Memorial Mass will be held in St. Paul the Apostle Roman Catholic Church (4 Reid Street in Lakefield) on Friday January 15 at 11:00am. Visitation 1 hour prior. A reception will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Community Care Harvey or The Alzheimer’s Society.

ROUSE, William Willis – peacefully at Centennial Place on Saturday December 19, 2009 in his 84th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife Rose. Loving father of Sharon Commisso (Jim), Marlene Kosstan, Donna Dudley (Wayne), Joy St. Pierre (Edo), Julie Kirkpatrick (George) and predeceased by his son Kevin Rouse (Cathy). Loving grandfather of Sandra (Ted), Patrick (Sharon), Steven (Andrea), Amy, Aaron, Laura (Paul), Shaun (Leila), Diana (Adam), Krista (Rigoberto), Benjamin (Cassandra), Stefan, Malakai, Kiki and Mary. Survived by brother Lloyd Rouse (Do) of Bewdley and predeceased by sisters Gladys, Margaret, Ruby and Rene. A heartfelt thank you to the staff of Trail House Centennial Place, Millbrook for their exemplary care and immeasurable kindness over the past four and a half years and especially during our father's last weeks.

Funeral Service to be held Monday, December 21st, 2009

A celebration of William's life will be held in the Benson Funeral Home on Monday December 21, 2009 from 6:30pm until 9:00pm. Everyone is welcome to join Julie and her family in remembering this special man.

EHRET, Mr. Arnold – passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday December 16, 2009 in his 81st year. Beloved husband of the late Joan Ehret. Caring father of Phill Ehret of Toronto and Katharina Eagleson (Glen) of Cavan. Cherished grandfather of Emily, Sarah and David. Survived by his brother Sigfrid and family of Germany and sister Käthe and family of Germany. A special and heartfelt thank you to the nurses and doctors at the Dialysis Management Clinic for years of care. Also thank you to the wonderful nurses and Personal Support Worker’s servicing the Lindsay Access Centre, who made dad’s last days comfortable.

Funeral Service to be held Friday, December 18th, 2009

Mr. Ehret will be resting in the Millbrook Christian Assembly (71 King Street W., Millbrook) on Friday December 18, 2009 from 1:00pm until the time of the service at 1:30pm. Spiritual Counselor Trevor Bertenshaw officiating. Interment to follow at Rosemount Memorial Gardens. In memory of Arnold, donations to the Dialysis Management Clinic would be appreciated and can be made along with condolences by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com

CRAIG, Doris - peacefully at Centennial Place on Saturday December 12, 2009 in her 90th year. Doris will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Service to be held Saturday, December 12th, 2009

Private family arrangements.

STEPHENSON, Dorothy - passed away peacefully at Extendicare Peterborough on Friday December 11, 2009. Dorothy will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Service to be held Friday, December 11th, 2009

Private family arrangements.

LITTLE, Blair - passed away peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Thursday December 10, 2009 in his 58th year. Blair will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

Funeral Service to be held Wednesday, December 16th, 2009

A memorial service will be held in the Benson Funeral Home on Wednesday December 16, 2009 at 11:00am. Rev. Jim Ray officiating. Reception to follow.

WATSON, William - passed away peacefully at Belleville Hospital on Saturday December 5, 2009 in his 88th year. William will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

Funeral Service to be held Saturday, December 05th, 2009

Private family arrangements.

SCHOFIELD, Dorothy - passed away peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Friday December 4, 2009 in her 95th year. Dorothy will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Service to be held Friday, December 04th, 2009

A family memorial service and interment will be held in the spring.

FALLIS – Sharon (nee Worr) – peacefully at PRHC on Sunday November 29, 2009 in her 64th year. Daughter of Norma Worr and the Late Austin Worr. Beloved wife of Ron for 42 years. Loving mother of Tim and his wife Jody, Penny Mitchell and her husband Scott. Cherished “nanny” to Kim, Kayla, Haley and Autumn. Dear sister of Ron also David and his wife Debbie.

Funeral Service to be held Thursday, December 03rd, 2009

Mrs. Fallis resting in the Benson Funeral Home (24 King Street East Millbrook) on Wednesday December 2 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. A celebration of Sharon’s life will be held in St. Thomas Anglican Church (Center Street Millbrook) on Thursday December 3 at 1:00pm. Rev. Elizabeth Green officiating. Interment St. John’s Cemetery Ida. In memory of Sharon, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated and can be made along with condolences by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com

GRAHAM, Dorothy - passed away peacefully at Caressant Care Nursing Home in Lindsay on Saturday November 21, 2009 in her 77th year. Dorothy will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Service to be held Monday, November 23rd, 2009

Private family arrangements.