ROES, Adrian W. - It is with great sadness that the Roes Family announce the sudden passing of Adrian W. Roes at his home in Lambeth on Saturday July 16th, 2011 in his 76th year. In the presence of his loving wife of 53 years, Bernadette Roes (nee Timmermans). Loving father of Carl (Kim), Dora-Lynn (Peter) Melnik, Vincent (Bernice), Adrian II (Ruth), Don (Tonia), Bernadette and Melanie. Adored by his grandchildren Adam, Dawson, Sonja, Luke, Chase, Isaac, Meighen, Annie, Max, Paul, Taylor, Jocelyn, Adrian III, Emily, Jenny, Joseph, Spencer, Connor, Hannah, Shane and Hillary. Predeceased by his father Carl Roes (1996), mother Josephine Roes (nee VerHagen) (1991) and brother John Roes (1999). Adrian was the founder of Roes Stair Company, long time member of The Delaware Lions Club, and active giver in the community and abroad. His family will remember him as a strong yet gentle man. He raised his family with firmness and compassion. Quick to lend a hand, and just as quick with a joke, he never failed in his constant support to family and friends. His welcoming smile, generous nature, and adventurous spirit affected those around him. He will be deeply missed. Friends will be received by the family at the ELLIOTT- MADILL FUNERAL HOME, Mt. Brydges on Tuesday July 19th from 2pm to 4pm & 7pm to 9pm. Prayers will be said at 8:30 pm. Funeral Mass to be celebrated on Wednesday from Sacred Heart Parish Delaware commencing at 11am with Father Matthew Bedard officiating. Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery Mt. Brydges. In lieu of flowers donations to the Childrens Hospital (L.H.S.C) London or the Womens Rural Resource Centre would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.