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ERLA ELAINE UFFELMAN
Erla Elaine Uffelman passed away on Sunday, July 29, 2001 at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, age 75 years, after a brave battle with cancer.
Beloved wife of William H. Uffelman for 54 years; dear mother of Scott and his wife Janet, Elizabeth Wing and her husband Paul, Cathy Plomske and her husband Grant, all of Waterloo; loving grandmother of Luke and Kristina Schwalm, Emily, Kate and James Uffelman, Elysse and Todd Wing, Adam, John and Heidi Plomske; dear sister of Doris Copland and her husband Bob of Kitchener and Ross Lederman of Waterloo. Also survived by her son-in-law David Schwalm and his wife Lynda of Toronto; her brother-in-law Richard Meunier of Waterloo and many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by her parents Gamey and Ida Lederman; her loving daughter Susan Schwalm (1986) and her sister, Joan Meunier.
Erla was an avid golfer and a longtime member of Westmount Golf and Country Club, Kitchener and the Mnidoo Valley Golf and Country Club, Manitowaning and spent her summers at their summer home on Manitoulin Island. She was a member of Parkminster United Church, Waterloo.
Erla loved her family very much and was actively involved in their lives. She was the matriarch of the family and will be truly missed by all.
A family memorial service was held on Wednesday, August 1, 2001. Cremation with interment in Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo.
Memorial contributions to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated as an expression of sympathy.
Thank you to all the palliative nurses of Care Partners for your loving care of Erla and the oncology staff on 5 Centre at Grand River Hospital for you comfort and support.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 8, 2001

WILLIAM HALLMAN UFFELMAN
August 7, 1925 - February 13, 2011
William Hallman Uffelman, "Bill" or "Buck," passed away at St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener on Sunday, February 13 in his 86th year, with congestive heart failure. Beloved husband of the late Erla Elaine (Lederman) after 54 years of marriage. Dear father of Scott and his wife Janet, Elizabeth Wing and her husband Paul, Cathy Plomske and her husband Grant, all of Waterloo, son-in-law David Schwalm and his wife Lynda of Parry Sound. Loving grandfather of Luke (Tara) and Kristina Schwalm, Emily, Kate and James Uffelman, Elysse and Todd Wing, Adam, John and Heidi Plomske and Jon-David and Amy Schwalm. Special great-grandfather to Suzy Schwalm, and many dear nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Orley and Minota, wife Erla,( 2001), and his loving daughter Susan Schwalm (1986). Buck was a gifted athlete playing ball for the Waterloo Tigers and hockey for the Siskins at age 15. He left both to join the RCAF at 17. He was proud to be in the service during the war and told many stories of his enlisted time. He later coached the Waterloo Midget Hockey team to their first ever Ontario final. He was a founding member and trustee of Parkminster United Church, Waterloo. While he was a member of the Waterloo Park Board he helped acquire Bechtel Park, Parkview Cemetery and the Canbar Lands for Waterloo Park. He also served as a PUC commissioner for more than 12 years, leading the polls in every election he ran in. During his tenure, Waterloo North Hydro was born and new headquarters were built on Northfield Drive. He was very proud to be from Waterloo and marveled at its tremendous growth. He will be sadly missed by his entire extended family including his four dear sisters, Elinor Martin, Phyllis Turner, Barbara Joan Schutts (Al), and Peggy Biederman (Glenn) and his brother, friend and business partner, Jim (Denise). Also brother-in-law Dick Meunier. He will be greatly missed by special friends, Jim Huck, Frederick Uffelman, Bette Goman and Ron Berger. Bill loved his family and friends. In younger years, Bill curled but in later years golf became his passion. He was a lifelong member of Westmount Golf and Country Club, claiming his first hole-in-one at the age of 75. He helped form the Rainbow Ridge Golf Course near his summer home in Manitowaning, Manitoulin Island. His grandsons were special to him whether they were playing golf together or talking about life. He loved them dearly and they valued their relationship with a very wise man. After his service duty, he joined his father and brother, Jim, at the Ontario Seed Company. Following his father's death in 1963, Jim and Bill expanded and grew the company. Buck loved the seed company and everyone who worked there. It was a true joy for him to come to work and he continued to do so until his death. His son, Scott and daughters Elizabeth and Cathy are an integral part of the company and were fortunate to be able to spend every day with their father. OSC has continued to grow and it was with great joy for Buck that it has become a true family business as many of the grandchildren have worked at OSC during their summer vacations making it a 5th generation business. His granddaughters were very special to him. They were his pride and joy and he enjoyed every moment of their visits. "We love you Poppa." We will miss this incredible force in all our lives both family and friends. He enjoyed life and shared his love and humour and words of wisdom with everyone. Bill's family received friends at Erb and Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo on Thursday, February 17 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. A private family memorial service was held on Friday, February 18 followed by a celebration of his life at Westmount Golf and Country Club at 3 pm. Friends and family were invited to raise a toast to a wonderful man. Memorial contributions to St. Mary's Cardiac Centre would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through the funeral home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445. Thank you to the CCAC for your loving care of Bill and the 7th floor nursing staff at St. Mary's Hospital for your comfort and support.
Manitoulin Expositor, February 23, 2011

DONALD JAMES UMPHERSON
In memory of Donald James Umpherson, who passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2007 at Laurentian Hospital, Sudbury. Loving father of Carter and Cristin Umpherson and son of Verlie Umpherson. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Manitoulin Expositor, July 18, 2007

GLEN UNSWORTH
In memory of Glen Unsworth, who passed away peacefully, at home, on Tuesday, January 30, 2007. Glen Unsworth, 70 years, of Tupperville and formerly of Sudbury and Manitoulin Island. Loving father to Mike and Cathy Unsworth of Tupperville, Terry and Linda Unsworth of Brampton, and Brett Unsworth of Toronto. Loved grandfather of Derek, Daniel, David, Melanie, Jesse, and the late Chad (1997) Unsworth and great grandfather of Kaylyn and Ryleah. Dear brother to Helen and Elliott Langstaff of Tupperville, Larry and Gail Unsworth of Tupperville, the late Doris and her husband Ron Wilbur of Oro, and the late Margaret Unsworth. Will also be missed by his dear friend Monique Brault of Sudbury. Visitors were received on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia where the funeral service was held Saturday, February, 3, 2007 at 11:00 a.m., with Allan McKeown officiating As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Red Cross or Rayjon Sharecare. Memories and condolences may be left on-line at www.needhamjay.com.
Sarnia Observer, Thursday, February 1, 2007
Sudbury Star, Thursday February 1, 2007
Manitoulin Expositor, February 7, 2007

Three Children Burned to Death - Shocking Tragedy at Little Current - date unknown
On Wednesday, August 4, about noon the fire bell rang and as usual people rushed to find out where the fire was. It was found to be a small barn and other buildings on Bruce Wilkin's place. The engine could do nothing on account of the hay, etc., and in a very short time the buildings were in a mass of flames. As the wind was blowing from a safe quarter there seemed to be no more danger. The town received a severe shock when the word went around that three young children who had been sleeping in the hay mow of one of the buildings, had perished in the flames. The children were between the ages of 5 and 6 years of age, two of them belonging to Mrs. Utley, her only children, and the other to Mr. Wilkins. An inquest is being conducted.
August 1926
Through the Years, Vol. VI, No. XI, August 1989, page 32
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish



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