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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2015-04-23, Page 24PAGE 24. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2015. Obituaries KAREN ANN (BRIDGE) SMITH Karen Ann (Bridge) Smith of Exeter and formerly of Brussels, passed away at LHSC - Victoria Hospital, London on Monday, April 13, 2015. She was in her 55th year. Karen was the beloved wife of Rick Smith for 32 years and dear mother of Kendra and Brad Holden, Tillsonburg and Allison Smith at home. Karen was the beloved daughter of Glenn and Jean Bridge, Brussels and the dear sister and sister-in-law of Bob and Laura Bridge, Brussels; Scott and Joan Bridge, Wingham and Floyd and Marg Smith, London. She was predeceased by her father and mother-in-law Bruce and Mabel Smith. A visitation was held at the Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter on Thursday. A memorial service was held on Friday, April 17. Interment of Karen’s cremated remains was in Brussels Union Cemetery. Donations to the London Health Sciences Foundation - Regional Cancer Program or the South Huron Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Condolences may be forwarded through www.haskettfh.com EVA MILDRED SNELL Mrs. Eva Snell of Westfield, passed away at Clinton Public Hospital on Thursday, April 16, 2015. She was 86. The former Eva Dow was the beloved wife of Jasper Snell who predeceased her in 2010. Eva was the dear mother of Barbara Snell, Blyth and George Snell, Ken Snell and Murray Snell, all of Westfield and the sister of Ada and Ross Taylor, Belgrave; Donald Dow, Ivan and Elly Dow, East Wawanosh and the sister-in-law of Jeanetta Hallman, Cambridge. She was predeceased by her parents Wellington and Eccles (Beecroft) Dow, her brothers Nelson and Victor Dow and her sister-in-law Gloria Dow. Visitation was held at McBurney Funeral Home, Wingham on Saturday. The funeral service was held at McBurney Funeral Home Ltd. on Sunday, April 19. Don Vair officiated. Interment was in Blyth Union Cemetery, Blyth. Memorial donations to Clinton Public Hospital or a charity of one’s choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Online condolences may be left at www.mcburneyfuneralhome.com A Musical Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, May 2, 2015 for the late Jim Webster at the Goderich Legion 109 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm Bring an instrument ‘Angels’ presented at Knox United on Sunday night Debbie Hopper greeted worshippers and handed out the service of worship at Knox United Church on Sunday, April 19. Student Minister Brian Hymers welcomed the congregation and went over the announcements and the introit was sung by the choir. Brian lit the Christ candle. The call to worship was read responsively and the morning prayer and the prayer of confession in unison. The opening hymn was “All Hail the Power”. The senior choir sang, “Santo, Santo, Santo” accompanied by Ann Clark on the piano. “Shout for Joy” was the children’s hymn accompanied by Ann Clark at the organ, Lila Procter with the guitar and Mackenzie Wightman at the piano. The children gathered in the front pew for story time with Brian. Being a child of God allows us to have an imagination and explore things. He showed the children musical toys which they could play and be a member of the band. They could explore sports playing hockey. A young man from Lucknow had a dream and a vision and he scored the most famous goal in history. Listowel also had a young man who pursued his dream golfing. God allowed them to be a child through their adult life. God allows all of us to be like children and to explore and develop our imagination. After the Lord’s Prayer, the children adjourned to Sunday school. The congregation listened to the word of God as Larry and Barb Harper read scripture from Acts 3: 12-19. Psalm 4 was read responsively with the congregation as well as Luke 24: 35-48. Brian reflected on Luke who was a gentile and a doctor and Greek. Luke wrote solely on the life of Jesus. He was a close friend with Paul and travelled with him spreading the good news of Jesus. Luke wrote Acts. Luke’s writings were translated for us to easily understand. We all doubt ourselves and the unknown. It is our faith that tells us the real story of resurrection. The words that we read in Luke and Acts give us comfort. We are here to spread the good news of Jesus and are all children of God. He claimed us before our birth and claims us at our time of death. Proof is what we will get when Jesus meets us. After the singing of the hymn of response, “O’ For a Thousand Tongues”, Nancy Jardin reported on the minute for missions. Larry Harper and Ken Procter took up the offering which was dedicated. The closing hymn, “Just As I Am” and “Go Now in Peace” concluded the morning worship service. Brian extinguished the Christ candle - end of worship - the beginning of service. The successful Swiss Chalet supper resulted in a profit of $1,617.85 for the work of the church. On Wednesday, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. the official board of Knox United will meet in the lower church hall. Huron-Perth Presbytery is called to meet in Clinton United Church on Tuesday, April 28 at 4 p.m. A baptism is scheduled for Mother’s Day, May 10. If there are any other families wishing to have a child baptized, please contact Brian. Camp Menesetung’s clean-up day is Saturday, May 2, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch is provided. Credit will be given for student volunteer hours. We sincerely appreciate your help. There is also a cabin that needs to be adopted by a congregation, a UCW group or family. Contact Barb Knox at 519-523-4290 for more information. On Monday, May 4 at 7 p.m. there is a community conflict resolution event at Blyth United Church. It is sponsored by Lucknow and area Quaker Worship Group, Blyth United Church, Blyth Christian Reformed Church and Living Water Christian Fellowship. “Angels” was presented by Knox United Senior Choir on Sunday, April 19 at 7 p.m. Soloist Kendall Jardin inspired the crowd by singing, “Hey, Do You Know Me?” and accompanied herself on an electronic keyboard. Brian, the student minister welcomed everyone and gave an opening prayer. Brian and Jackie Hymers delighted everyone by singing “Angels Among Us” accompanied by Ann Clark. We heard through readings and songs about God’s Angels and how He uses them in His love for us. The narrators were Ron Taylor and Nancy Folkard. Everyone enjoyed the Chime-In Choir, directed by Ann. Many selections were sung by the senior choir, as well as everyone joining in to sing accompanied by Ann Clark at the piano and Lila Procter with her guitar. Thank you to all who helped with “Angels” by donating their time and talents. Donations from the evening will go towards Brian’s education fund. Closing and benediction and “Go Now in Peace” was sung and everyone enjoyed “angel food” refreshments and a time of fellowship in the lower hall. Continued from page 2 Wong Schmidt. Jenna Thompson was the student volunteer helping. Jenna has been a great helper and we thank Jenna for her assistance over the past few months. Sunday, the fish fry crew went to Vanastra Curling Club for their first-ever fish fry. They did a great job feeding almost 250 people. The Branch crew consisted of Rick and Jo-Ann McDonald, Ron and Daisy Wong Schmidt, George Adams and Deb Cann. A great job by all on another cool, wet, windy day. The Sunday night dance featured a new band for the night’s entertainment. The Siddons from Port Elgin played for the almost 70 in attendance. A good job as usual by Judy, Mary, Mabel and Jo-Ann with Randy White running the bar. The general meeting and elections will be held next week, April 28. We encourage all Comrades to attend. New band featured at Sunday Legion dance NEWS FROM BELGRAVE By Linda Campbell Call 357-2188 PEOPLE AROUND BELGRAVE Chime in As part of Belgrave’s Knox United Church Angel Cantata on Sunday, the Chime In Choir performed ‘Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho’. The choir also performed earlier in the day at the church’s regular service. (Photo submitted) Soloist Belgrave’s Knox United Church’s Angels Cantata brought together the talent and skills of many musicians to celebrate the mysterious winged beings mentioned throughout the Bible. The event was held on April 19 and was kicked off by Kendall Jardin. (Denny Scott photo)