Wall-Custance Funeral Home
Funeral & Cremation Services
Serving Guelph and area since 1941. Providing affordable, personalized and compassionate services, including Simple Cremation, Celebrations of Life, Traditional Funerals (including Natural/Green burials) and more.
Welcome to WALL-CUSTANCE Funeral Home & Chapel
Locally owned and operated by Scott and Betty Ann Young. Our family is here to support you and your family.
We offer sincere, sympathetic and confidential service by caring professionals, at moderate costs.
Did You Know?
Wall-Custance Funeral Home has been planting trees in partnership with the University of Guelph since 1989. Together through our Memorial Forest program, we’ve planted more than 20,000 trees.
Wall-Custance Memorial Forest Program
The Wall-Custance Memorial Forest program provides an opportunity to commemorate the life of a loved one in a special way; by planting a tree — a living memorial. The Memorial Forest is a living laboratory, a haven for our natural wildlife and a commitment to the wellbeing of future generations.
To continue the important tradition of remembrance and new growth, The Arboretum and the Wall-Custance Funeral Home and Chapel collaborated to create a day-long self-guided Memorial Forest “open house day”, but you are encouraged to visit any day, all year round, from dawn to dusk. Please visit the Memorial Forest tab to learn more.
Pricing
SIMPLE CREMATION
If prearranged and prepaid by
December 31, 2025
Includes:
MEMORIAL
If prearranged and prepaid by
December 31, 2025
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Includes:
NOTE: Disbursements (newspapers, clergy, cemetery costs, luncheon, limousine, etc.) not included.
FUNERAL
If prearranged and prepaid by
December 31, 2025
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Includes:
NOTE: $6995 is the maximum charge for the services and merchandise described. Charges may be less based on services selected. Disbursements (newspapers, clergy, cemetery costs, luncheon, limousine, etc.) not included.
Death Notices
Jean L.
Thachuk
Celebration of Life for Jean Thachuk
You are warmly invited to join family and friends as we celebrate the life of Jean, who touched our lives with so much love.
Saturday, October 18, 2025
1:30 – 4:00 pm
Springfield Golf Course
2054 Gordon St
Guelph, N1L1G6
Please join us for a time of remembrance, and stories as we honor Jean’s life and legacy.
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THACHUK, Jean Lenora – It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jean Lenora Thachuk (nee Ferguson), who passed away on August 11, 2025, surrounded by her family, on her own terms, at Hospice Wellington in Guelph.
Devoted wife for 57 years to the love of her life, Dennis. She will live forever in the hearts of her daughter Leah and son Chris. Cherished Nanna of Hunter Healy and Lula Healy. Predeceased by her brother Glenn (May/25) (Pat) Ferguson. Survived by siblings Dan (Jan) Ferguson, and her sisters (aka Shirl’s Girls), Linda (Paul White), Sandra (Mark Hunter), Sue (Richie Prior). Jean will be fondly remembered by Barry Thachuk, Doug Thachuk, Lynda Thachuk (Ron 2007) and Barb Ellis. She will be sadly missed by many cousins, nieces and nephews, and many friends.
Thank you to Dr. Garry Wallace. Also, a special thank you to Dr. Graham and Catherine Manning, Music Therapist and the wonderful staff and volunteers at Hospice Wellington.
With dignity and grace, Jean did it her way.
Donations to Hospice Wellington in Guelph or charity of your choice.
A celebration of Jean’s life will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Springfield Golf Course from 1:30pm to 4:00pm (more details at the beginning of the obituary)
Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.
A tree will be planted in memory of Jean L. Thachuk in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.
Malcolm J.
Orme
In loving memory of
Malcolm James Orme
April 6, 1935 – August 24, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Malcolm Orme, aged 90 who passed away peacefully at Hospice Wellington surrounded by his loving family.
Malcolm will be forever missed by his wife Christine, the love of his life, with whom he shared 50 wonderful years. He is also survived by his loving sons and their wives, Robert (Tanya), Barry (Lisa), and his cherished grandchildren Jessey, Taylor Grace, and Oliver James.
Born and raised in Birmingham, England, Malcolm then began his lifelong career in printing before emigrating to Canada. Here he met his wife Christine, and they settled in Guelph where they raised their family. Malcolm enjoyed retirement driving school buses and spending time with his grandchildren. Malcolm will be remembered for his humour, his poetry, his love for his family, his faith and a life full of horseback riding, sailing, motorcycle riding, flying glider planes, Barbershop singing and the many trips and adventures he and Christine shared.
Malcolm was an active member of St. Andrew’s Church where he was an elder and sang in the choir for over 30 years.
It was Malcolm’s wish to donate the gift of education to the human anatomy program at the U of G. As such, there will be a Celebration of Life for Malcolm on Saturday, October 18th, 2025 at 11am at St. Andrew’s Church, 161 Norfolk St., Guelph. To watch the service remotely, please use this YouTube link.
Thank you to Hospice Wellington for their exceptional care and compassion.
Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.
To those who wish, donations in Malcolm’s honour can be made to Hospice Wellington or St. Andrew’s Church.
A tree will be planted in memory of Malcolm J. Orme in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.
Albert
Abbink
Albert Abbink (a.k.a. Opa / Appie) passed away peacefully on the morning of October 11, 2025. He will be missed by Margaret (nee Van Kooten), his wife of 53 years; his children Amy (Mike and Griffin), Philip (Anna, Fergus and Simone) and Andrew (Karlene, Willem and Hanna); his surviving brothers Gerrit, Tony and Harry; and, his many friends.
Born on July 12, 1935, in Hengelo, Gelderland, the Netherlands, Albert grew up on a farm as the eldest of seven boys. That was, no doubt, the genesis of his particular brand of humour. After growing up in the midst of the second World War he then completed his mandatory military service. Before emigrating to Canada at age 32, he studied poultry science, and carpentry. He spent the rest of his working life as a carpenter, and passed on his knowledge, tools, and work ethic to his children.
Albert brought his sense of adventure to his chosen country. Having grown up on a flat, land-locked farm, he met Margaret while downhill skiing and bought a canoe early in their marriage. Camping became the family summer vacation, usually in Killarney. Sunday afternoons were for long walks in the woods.
Albert read widely and constantly. He tried his hand at classical guitar, and choral music was a lifetime passion, from operettas as a young man to decades as a member of the Guelph Men’s Choir.
Most of all, we will remember Albert for his kindness and generosity. He loved his wife, children, and grandchildren more than anything else. He would chat with anyone because he always wanted to hear a story and make a new friend. He loved to laugh with other people.
A celebration will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 2 – 4 pm at Wall-Custance Funeral Home & Chapel, 206 Norfolk St., Guelph.
Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.
In lieu of flowers, we suggest donations to Lisaard House or the Nature Conservancy of Canada.
A tree will be planted in memory of Albert Abbink in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.
Brian C.
Scragg
BRIAN CLIFFORD SCRAGG
September 30, 1941 – October 11, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and great sadness, that we announce the passing of a well-LOVED Husband, Father, Brother, Grandfather & Great Grandfather after battling a long terminal disease, Multiple Meyloma (for 4 years). Brian’s Life journey ended on the morning of October 11th, 2025 at Hospice Wellington, Guelph.
Brian was born in England and immigrated to Canada in the 70’s to open the first Canadian Marks & Spencer store, till the stores closed in the mids 90’s. He then worked in the Graphic arts industry, later moving to landscaping & building decks, fences and sheds.
He was active in the community as a hockey coach for over 20 years. He loved to read and tinker in the garage. Brian was a hard worker, dedicated to what ever he put his hand to.
He was a man of his word. Always seeing the positive side, he lived his life to the fullest and was always kind to everybody. His sense of humor was amazing, he cared with is his whole heart and anybody that ever met him, just simply liked him.
He will be greatly missed by his;
Wife: Kathleen,
Sister: Pat
Daughters: Cara & Amanda
Sons: Brent & Jordan
Grandchildren: Jade, Conor, Sophie, Dylan, Sebastian, Ella, Mason & Athena
Great Grandchildren: Karson, Ryann & Faith
Friends & Family
A visitation will be held at the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 206 Norfolk St., Guelph, on Sunday, November 2, 2025 from 12:30 to 1:30pm. Funeral service will follow at 1:30pm in the Wall-Custance Chapel. Reception to follow in the Wall-Custance Family Reception Centre.
Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.
In lieu of flowers, donation would be appreciated for Grand River Hospital, Guelph General Hospital, or Hospice Wellington, where they took awesome care of Brian.
A tree will be planted in memory of Brian C. Scragg in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.
John G. W.
Harris
HARRIS, John G. W. – Of Guelph, passed away on October 7, 2025, at the age of 66.
Husband of 30 years to Sandra. Stepfather to Karry (Karishma). Grandfather to Kristian and Kalista. Brother to Larry Harris, Janice Found, and James Harris. Dear friend to Rob Elliott and his family and Danny Molorano. John is predeceased by his parents Theresa and George Harris. He will be missed by his extended family and friends.
John lived through life’s simple pleasures, casting a line into a beautiful lake, adding milage to his favourite motorcycle, and raising a cold one with friends. He was a huge fan of the Toronto Blue Jays, cheering them on every chance he could. He will be missed.
A visitation will be held at the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 206 Norfolk St., Guelph, on Thursday, October 9, 2025 from 10:00 am to 12:00pm.
Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.
Memorial contributions to the Lung Association would be appreciated.
A tree will be planted in memory of John G. W. Harris in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.
Wendy M.
Govia
Wendy Monica Govia (nee Camps)
Born October 16th, 1950, in Port of Spain, Trinidad &Tobago, passed peacefully October 7th, 2025, at Guelph General Hospital.
Predeceased by parents Vincent and Jocelyn Camps, and husband Barry Govia. She is survived by her children, Ashlyn, Gordon (Natalina), and Nicole (John), her sisters Charmain, Maureen (the late Mike), and Giselle (Mark), niece Kelly, nephews Rian, Steven, and Todd, grandchildren Myles, Eric, Jeremy, and Ava and great grandchildren Dallas and Carter.
Wendy was known for being fierce and funny, an avid reader with a love for music and dancing. She had the gift of gab, a beautiful smile, and a loving soul that charmed everyone who met her. She loved animals, especially dogs, and always had a treat for them ready. She was intelligent, stubborn, and incredibly strong of character.
She is deeply loved and missed.
Friends will be received at the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 206 Norfolk St., Guelph, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm.
Funeral service will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 409 Paisley Road, Guelph on Thursday, October 16th at 11:00am. With a eulogy beforehand at 10:50am. For those who are unable to attend the service but wish to watch remotely, you can do so by clicking this link. Reception to follow in the church hall.
Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.
Memorial donations to Happy’s Place would be appreciated.
A tree will be planted in memory of Wendy M. Govia in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.
Our Professionals Are Ready To Serve You at WALL-CUSTANCE Funeral Home & Chapel
For nearly 80 years, our funeral home has been providing a tradition of excellence, offering sincere, sympathetic and confidential services. Today, Wall-Custance Funeral Home & Chapel is owned by Scott and Betty Ann Young.
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CREMATION
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Please approach Funeral Home from Green Street.
• Parking is behind Funeral Home with access off Green Street.
• For Services, our attendants will direct you from Green Street.
From Toronto:
Take Hwy. 401 to Exit 299. The sign reads: “Highway 6 South to Hamilton and County Road 46, Brock Road North to Guelph.” Take Brock Road through the village of Aberfoyle, into the City of Guelph. Brock Road’s name changes to Gordon Street. Follow Gordon Street through the city, across the river, under a CN Rail overpass. Gordon Street becomes Norfolk Street at this point and you will go up a hill passed a large basilicaon your left (Basilica of Our Lady Immaculate). Follow Norfolk Street through 3 lights (Macdonnell, Quebec & Suffolk Sts). Then turn left at the next intersection onto Green Street. Funeral Home faces Norfolk Street, between Green and Norwich St.. The Funeral Home is located on the left hand side approximately 16 km from the 401 directly across from Speedy Muffler and Hakim Optical at the intersection known as “Five Points”.