Category Archives: Uncategorized
The importance of religious ceremonies.
A ceremony at a time of change is ancient wisdom. We ignore that wisdom at our peril. A ceremony allows for healing to begin as we share stories of a loved one’s life. Through a ceremony we can reflect on the impact our loved one had on us and others. Here are four ways that ceremonies support us on our life journey. Presence: one of the most important acts one can do for someone grieving is simply be there. A ceremony allows us to be together to listen, to share, to cry or to simply provide a hug. When we make the effort to come to the gathering of Community… It helps us remember that we do not have to go through grief alone. A ceremony creates an opportunity for people to come together and support one another at one of their most needed times. Tradition…connects the past to the present. Ceremonies have occurred throughout the ages, whether it be at birth, baptism, marriage or death. Ceremonial gatherings help us come to terms with the reality of the loss of our loved one. Remembering and sharing stories about our loved one gives us a chance to reflect on the relationship we had with them. Through ceremony we learn how to adapt to a world that has been changed by our loss.
JOHNSON, Helen
Peacefully on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, Helen Eileen Johnson (nee Walker) in her 91st year, passed away surrounded by family. Beloved wife of the late Leonard Johnson and mother of the late Pam Johnson. Survived by her daughter Janet (Scott), her grandchildren Matthew, Andrew and Renee (Jeff), great-grandchildren Dominic and Natalie, her sisters Sheila, Gerrie, Carole and many nieces and nephews. Also remembered by her son-in-law Dave and close family friends Anne, Declan (Phyllis) and Liz. Helen found great joy in her family, friends and spending time at the family’s cottage in Port Bruce.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, May 28, 2022 from 1:00-1:45 p.m. at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where the memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Private inurnment at a later date at Woodland Cemetery, London. In memory of Helen, donations may be made to Church of the Epiphany, 11 Briscoe Street West, London, ON N6J 1L9. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at
Bosley, Mary Ellen
It is with deep sadness that we share that Mary Ellen Bosley passed away peacefully on February 19, 2022 in her 82nd year at Victoria Hospital in London, ON.
Mary was born on August 15, 1940 to Herbert and Beatrice Bosley in London, ON. Mary graduated from Western University while she pursued a career at London Life which she enjoyed for 35 years. Mary was an avid investor who enjoyed the occasional night out at the symphony.
Mary was predeceased by her parents, Herbert and Beatrice. She is survived by her brother, Alex, and sister-in-law, Shirley; her nephews, Keith (Beverly), Kevin (late Gloria), David (Pamela) and Darren; her great-nieces and nephews, Kayla, Rachel, Olivia, Philip and Brandon; and her cousin Barbara (late Steve) Clarke and her family.
Mary’s family would like to extend their heartfelt thank-you to Patty, Jean and the various PSW staff for their dedicated help.
Visitation is to be held Tuesday, February 22 from 1-2 p.m. at Harris Funeral Home, 220 St. James St. at Richmond in London with the funeral service to follow at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Shine a Blue Light
It’s not what you want to think about
this time of year
It’s not what you want to think about
ever
but here it is, an exquisite young life
cut short
by unimaginable tragedy
This beautiful young girl,
lost
the result of a terrible accident.
What could be better for a young girl
than a Girl Guide Brownie meeting
with friends, teachers, leaders?
Who could have known a safe
supervised walk home would result
in such tragedy?
Light up a blue candle.
Shine a blue spotlight on your porch.
Tie a blue ribbon on your lamp post.
Say a prayer for little Alexandra;
and another for her family;
and another for the emergency crews
that attended and gave such loving care
to little Alexandra.
And, find it in your heart
to say another for the driver of the car
that ended a bright young life
in such a tragic way.
