Yearly Archives: 2024

Stanley Marshall Sonnenberg

SONNENBERG, Stanley Marshall

Peacefully after a short illness at the Welland Hospital on Monday, January 15, 2024 in his 86th year. Loved father of Joey (Marshall), Estelle and David and their mother Margaret Porkolab.  Beloved brother of Ilene Robins and the late Wilfred Sonnenberg (2010). Predeceased by his parents Stanley and Florence (nee French) Sonnenberg. Stan loved his horses, dogs and cats. A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 19, 2024 at Fonthill Cemetery, at 11:00 a.m. Donations in Stan’s memory may be made to the Welland Humane Society and would be appreciated by his family. Arrangements entrusted to the LAMPMAN FUNERAL HOME, 724 Canboro Rd., Fenwick, ON. (905-892-4701).

PHILLIP WHARTON BLACKMORE

BLACKMORE, Phillip Wharton M.A. Sc., P.Eng.

Peacefully passed away at NHS-Welland Site on January 7, 2024 at the age of 77.  Beloved husband of Wendy (Woodiwiss) for 38 years and loving father of Ian (Joanne) and Nathan, dear grandfather to Laura and Sarah.  Phil is survived by brother Richard, nephew Samuel, and several cousins.  Predeceased by his parents Ewart Wallace (2011) and Bertha Lillian (2012) Blackmore.

Phil studied Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo and spent his career in research and product development at BF Goodrich, Fiberglas Canada Inc., and Bay Mills Ltd.  Following retirement, Phil enjoyed driving school bus for 11 years.  Phil was heavily involved in Scouts Canada for over 50 years in many capacities of which he thoroughly enjoyed.  He dedicated many years raising funds for the local Port Colborne Scout Camp DayHondaLahQuah allowing a variety of community and program groups an outdoor space for activities.  Phil had many interests and hobbies including travelling, meeting new people around the world, woodworking projects, and reading.  Phil will be remembered by many for his love of learning, his laugh, and his felt hats.  

Friends will be received at Lampman Funeral Home, 724 Canboro Rd. Fenwick, Ontario on Friday January 19, 2024 from 1-3PM and 6-8PM.  Cremation has taken place. Interment will take place at a later date.  Memorial donations to Niagara SPCA and Humane Society, Diabetes Canada, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Lampman Funeral Home.  

ANNO JULIUS VANDER VEEN

In Loving Memory of

Anno Julius Vander Veen
March 14, 1956 – January 7, 2024

On Sunday January 7, 2024 Anno Vander Veen peacefully joined his Heavenly Father. He will be greatly missed by his wife Grace, children Heidi (Troy), Emily (Joshua), and James (Sierra) and grandchildren Pearce, Lucius, Eden, Gianna, Henry, and Jack as well as family members Annette (Harry), Wynne (Case), Simon, John (Jane), Henrietta (Roy). Predeceased by his daughter Julie (2001).

Funeral Service

The family will honour his life with visitation at Bethany Christian Reformed Church, 1040 Balfour St, Fenwick on Wednesday January 10, 2024 from 2pm – 4pm & 6pm – 8pm. A memorial service will be held at Bethany Christian Reformed Church Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 2pm. A private family interment will precede the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations made to Family Outreach Ontario would be greatly appreciated by the family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Lampman Funeral Home.