St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Welland, Ontario, Canada

LEONA CARPENTER – Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at 86 years of age, at Royal Rose Place. Loving mother of Calvin (Sheryl Dawn), Darlene (Arnold) Mackler and Rodney (Leane). Cherished grandmother of Candace Adams (Heather), Tanya Adams (Fadi), Tessa Taylor (Ryan) and Matthew (Julie). Step grandmother of Tom Mackler (Sarah), Amy Uccheddu (Dani), Chris Mackler and great grandmother of Mattia, Cole, Willow, Elliott, Jayden and River. Dear sister of Irva Stevens and Elizabeth Eliason (Ron). Predeceased by her beloved first husband Floyd, her loving companion Vince Huntingdon and her brother Reuben Selin (Sharon). Leona was employed at the Welland Hospital as a Registered nurse’s assistant for over 25 years, retiring in 1993. She was a longtime member of St Matthew’s Lutheran Church, where she was a member of the choir and altar guild, an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #4, and the Atlas retirees Club. She enjoyed bowling, camping, the Toronto Maple Leafs and going to the casino.

Cremation has taken place. The family will receive their friends at the H. L. Cudney Funeral Home, 241 West Main Street, Welland on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m. A service to celebrate Leona’s life will be held in St. Mathew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 57 Griffith St., Welland on Wednesday, July 20th at 11:00 a.m.

Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial donations in Leona’s memory may be made to St. Mathews Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Online condolences available at www.cudneyfuneralhome.com

PATRICIA ROSS – It is with heavy hearts our family announces the passing of Patricia Ross (nee Hansen) at the Port Colbourne Hospital at the age of 70 with her sons at her side. Beloved mother to Richard (Jennifer), Matthew (Tracy) and Cassandra (Aaron). Grandma to Tyson, Torah, Tatum, Teegan, Christopher and Duncan. Patricia will be sadly missed by her brother Bob Hansen and best friend of 65 years, Ann VanVliet as well as her lifelong friend Jackie Glenn. Predeceased by her parents Hilia and Gordon Hansen and brother Ron Hansen. Patricia was a dedicated stay-at-home mom however later in life returned to school and became a Registered Nurse. Patricia enjoyed collecting antiques, flower arranging and the many dogs she raised during her lifetime. Her family extends a heartfelt ‘Thank You’ to the many doctors, nurses, caregivers, and friends that made a difference for their care and compassion over these last months. A special thank you is extended to her long time friend, Jackie Glenn for her continued friendship and care over the years. Cremation has taken place with arrangements being entrusted to Pleasantview Funeral Home (905-892-1699). Interment will be held August 26th, 2022 at 11:00 am at Pleasantview Cemetery, 2250 RR #20, Fonthill. Please share valued memories and condolences online at pleasantviewcemetery.ca