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The Citizen, 2016-10-20, Page 7THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2016. PAGE 7. Hymers absent, Rev. Tolmay fills in PEOPLE AROUND BELGRAVE Woodwork The Maitland Valley Conservation Authority did some work with the Blyth Scouts and Wingham Guides on Saturday morning. They began their day planting at the farm of Melanie Pletch on Nature Centre Road and then moved on to making birdhouses. Scout Leader Lavern Clark, centre, taught two scouts, Lucas Greidanus, left, and Eli Baxter, right, the finer points of swinging a hammer. (Vicky Bremner photo) By Linda Campbell Call 357-2188 The community extends sincere sympathy to Norma and Des Gurnett, Arnold Bruce, Elmer Bruce and Reta Ross and Rae Beckenridge in the loss of their brother Douglas Bruce who passed away at Wingham and District Hospital on Oct. 6. At Knox United Church on Sunday, Oct. 9 the flowers at the front of the sanctuary were placed by the family in loving memory of Laura Johnston. On Sunday, Oct. 23 Bonnie Mair will be the pulpit supply at Knox United Church while Brian is away in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. For emergency pastoral care contact Rev. Jock Tolmay at 519- 291-1602. Rev. Tolmay is an interim minister in Huron Perth Presbytery. He is a life -time minister and is married to Rev. Pam Tolmay who recently retired from the Palmerston United Church. Rev. Richard Hall, Wingham United Church will also be available to cover any emergency FROM BELGRAVE pastoral care during student minister Brian Hymer's absence Oct. 29 to Nov. 6. Brian thanks all members of the three congregations for continued support of his journey towards becoming a recognized DLM minister for the United Church of Canada service. The United Church of Canada has launched a full appeal to assist our mission and service partners in Haiti and surrounding countries. Information is on the bulletin board where donations can be made. FEMSS Valedictorian Peel receives numerous awards F.E. Madill Secondary School held its annual commencement ceremony on Friday, Oct. 7 in Wingham and a number of local residents were honoured with awards. Edison Peel was named the school's Valedictorian. He also won the Grade 12 Proficiency — Dr. A.J. Irwin Scholarship, the MHF4U Advanced Functions Award, the SCH4U Chemistry Award, the W.S. Hall Memorial Scholarship, the Above and Beyond the Call of Duty (AB CD) Award, the Governor General Medal and the Turnberry Township 125th Anniversary Award. Candace Nivins won the AMU4M Music Award and the MacKenzie Scholarship. Emma Strome won the AVI4M Art Award, while Faith Sebastian won the Wingham Lions Club "We Serve" Citizenship Award, the Madill Student Trustee/Senator Award and the ETS4U Literature Award. Emily Meier won the PAF40 Personal and Fitness Activities Award, alongside Megan Stute who was also honoured with the award. Meier also won the Michelle Andrew Memorial Scholarship alongside Justin McKague, who also won the award. Meier also won the Garniss Family Award, which goes to a student from the Belgrave area who has exhibited good school citizenship and has contributed positively to the community through her involvement in community activities. Stute also won the Wingham and District Hospital Auxiliary Award. Johanna Blake won the B.M. Ross Award and the Jacor Marketing Award for Student Equality, while Jordan Jacklin won the Louise Winners F.E. Madill Secondary School's annual commencement ceremony on Oct. 7 marked many students being recognized for their efforts throughout their high school career. Shown are Valedictorian Edison Peel, left, and Morris Ward Graduate award Ashley Johnston. (Photo submitted) Patton Memorial Award and the SNC4E Science Award and Tiffany Deitner won the Bruce Parker Memorial Scholarship. Phaedra Scott won the Madill Teaching Staff Award, while Rachel Miners won the Menzies, Raymond Scholarship for Law Enforcement, which goes to a student proceeding immediately to a post -secondary program in law enforcement. Ashley Johnston won the Morris Ward Graduate Award, while Emily Stennett won the Madill Student Council Award and the Henderson Memorial Award. Wyatt Mcllhargey won the SPH4C Physics Award and the Huron County Agriculture Award, while Dawn and Tiffany Uyl both won the Dungannon Super Pull Bursary. Caitlin Scarrow won the MacNaughton Memorial Award and the TSJ4C Construction Award for a female student. Regan Ryter won the CIBC Award, while Joel Snell won the Libro Credit Union Scholarship. Locals taking home a Big M Award for students who have earned the required number of points in each of the three "prongs" of academics, athletics and activities were Johanna Blake, Emily Meier, Megan Stute, Emily Stennett, Faith Sebastian and Edison Peel. Safety Wear Sale 20''° off all Safety S Blaze Gear Huron Bay CO-OPERATIVE INC. AUBURN CO-OP Auburn 519-526-7262 Also End of Line Camo Gear Clearance Priced! BELGRAVE CO-OP Belgrave 519-357-2711 I•