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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2019-07-25, Page 9THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JULY 25, 2019. PAGE 9. Bruce Power has become the New Play Development Sponsor of the Blyth Festival as it enters its 45th summer this month. Bruce Power has pledged $125,000 over the next five years to the festival as part of the sponsorship, said James Scongack, Bruce Power’s Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Operational Services. “We are supporting the Blyth Festival because it aligns with our commitment to promoting and sustaining arts and culture in Bruce, Grey and Huron counties,” Scongack said. “The Blyth Festival is a unique experience for theatre- goers of all ages, and we are happy to support it and the Blyth community.” Gil Garratt, Artistic Director of the Blyth Festival, welcomed Bruce Power as a corporate sponsor for the next five years. “It’s inspiring to see Bruce Power recognize the essential role the Festival plays in telling the region’s stories, celebrating our heroes and our history, and bringing the highest calibre of vibrant and vital arts and culture to our community,” Garratt said. “The Festival’s mission is to enrich the lives of our audience by giving voice to the region and the country, and Bruce Power is choosing to bolster that mission and amplify that voice. We are grateful their support will help us continue a proud tradition of relevant, original storytelling on the Festival stage, where more than 135 Canadian plays have launched in 45 celebrated seasons.” Learn more about the Blyth Festival at www.blythfestival.com CECIL ALFRED JUDSON MOORE Mr. Cecil Alfred Judson Moore passed away peacefully with family by his side on July 19, 2019. He was in his 94th year. Cecil was the loving dad of son James (Susan) Moore, daughters Debbie (Eric) Ross and Lori (Scott) Wheeler. He was the proud grandpa of Matthew (Shuyi) Moore, Judson Moore, Melissa (Dan) Martin, Jonathan (Amanda) Trollope, Amy Ross and Candice (Chris) Riley, Chris Ross and Jeremy (Ali) Ross, Nicholas (Vicki) Wheeler, Benjamin (Danica) Wheeler, Mckenzie (Flora) Wheeler and Mitch Wheeler. Cecil was the adoring great- grandpa of Mya, Liya, Oscar, Clara, Dylan, Ashton, Kira, Hudson, Evelynn, Abigail and Jillian. He was the brother of Ethel Williams, Earl (Irene) Moore and brother-in-law of Murial Solosky, June (Fred) DeLory and Ralph Gerrett. Cecil, was predeceased by wife Iona nee Gerrett, parents Lillian and Harley Moore, brother Reg (Ruth) Moore, Dave (Daisy) Moore, Don (Jean) Moore, Bob (Helen) Moore, sister Evelyn (Eddie) Newman and brother-in-law Ted Williams. He will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Cecil served in World War II in the navy, as a cook on the aircraft carrier HMS Puncher. He was an active life member of the Brussels Legion Branch 218. Cecil loved to sit at the lake and watch the boats, but his main passion was for his family. At Cecil’s request cremation has taken place. Friends and family were received at Riverside Funeral Home for visitation on Monday, July 22. A Legion service took place. Interment will be in Brussels Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 218 Poppy Fund would be appreciated. Cards of sympathy may be sent to Box 134 Brussels, N0G 1H0. Condolences may be left at riversidefuneralhome.ca KENNETH GEORGE NOBLE Mr. Kenneth George Noble of Gorrie, passed away peacefully at his home on July 15, 2019. He was in his 73rd year. Ken was the loving son of Edith and the late George Noble of Gorrie. He was the brother of the late Lois Van Der Linden and brother-in-law of the late Harry Van Der Linden of London. Ken was the brother of Donald Noble of Belgrave, uncle of the late David Van Der Linden, London and proud uncle of Kelly Van Der Linden and her husband, Lee Bour, Austin, Texas. Ken was quite a character, known for his sense of humour, witty sayings and his jovial nature. He enjoyed taking bike rides, hunting for beer bottles, fishing and being outdoors. He will always be known for his deep care, love and support for his beloved mother. Friends and family were received at Riverside Funeral Home, Brussels on Friday, July 19 for visitation followed by a celebration of Ken’s life. Rev. Jeff Hawkins officiated. Interment was in Blyth Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Wildlife Federation would be appreciated. Condolences may be left at riversidefuneralhome.ca BILL NAY Mr. N. Bill Nay passed away peacefully at Wingham and District Hospital with family by his side on July 18, 2019. He was in his 89th year. Bill was the beloved husband of Ruth. Bill was predeceased by his first wife Donna (née Cudmore), 1999. He was the loving father of Rick (Sherrie), North Bay and Jeff, Kitchener and step-father of Greg (Hilary), Lori (Wilf) and Jamie. He was the proud grandfather of Sarah (Andrew), Fort Nelson, British Columbia; Ashley (Tyler), Rutherglenn and Christopher, Kitchener. Bill was predeceased by his parents Melvin and Edna, and brother Bob Nay. Bill was born in Howick Township and spent his adult life in Gorrie. He worked in sheet metal fabrication for Western Foundry/ Wescast for many years. In his retirement, he enjoyed travelling and sitting on his deck in the backyard. At Bill’s request, cremation has taken place. A graveside service will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Wingham and District Hospital Foundation or the Gorrie United Church would be appreciated. Cards of sympathy may be sent to Box 176, Gorrie N0G 1X0. Condolences may be left at riversidefuneralhome.ca BRUCE WILLIAM MAXWELL RAYNARD Bruce William Maxwell Raynard passed away peacefully at his home in West Wawanosh on Wednesday, July 3, 2019. Born in Lucknow on July 19, 1937, Bruce was in his 82nd year. Bruce was the husband of Norma (née Murray) for 57 years, father of Marian, North Pelhum; Glenn (Donna), Belgrave; Mae and Brock, West Wawanosh and grandfather of Trevor, Heidi, Curtis and Craig and great-grandfather of Kinsley. He was the brother of Doug (Mary Lou), Listowel and Chris, Goderich. Bruce was predeceased by his parents Nelson and Clara (Ritchie), parents-in-law Cliff and Frances (Reid) Murray, siblings Dorothy and Donald Murray, Lillian and Russell Irvin, Ruth and Fred Shropshall and sister-in-law Patricia Raynard. A celebration of Bruce’s life was held at the Lucknow Presbyterian Church on July 10. Rev. Ruth MacLean officiated the service, with organist Dale Gilchrist and soloist Dianne Hawthorne providing music. Interment was in Greenhill Cemetery in Lucknow. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Huron County or Community Harvest, Canadian Foodgrains Bank. Friends and family may sign condolences at mackenzieandmccreath.com. BRADLEY DAWSON LAMB It is with great sadness we share the news that Bradley Dawson Lamb passed away on July 5, 2019 at the age of 50. Brad is missed dearly by his wife Iris, his children Arwen, Arya and Théoden, his parents Mary and Cliff Lamb (née Harman) and his sister Juanita Lamb. Brad is also fondly remembered by his aunts, uncles and cousins and in particular by his aunt Joyce Harman of Brussels. He was predeceased by his grandparents Irene and William Harman, Brussels and Betty and Walter Lamb, Essex, England. Brad was a loving and devoted father. He was happiest spending time with his family and sharing his love of cooking and baking with everyone. Growing up in Mississauga, Brad spent most summers and holidays at the family farm in Brussels. He often told stories about his time spent on the farm and how formative that experience was for him. His fondness for those memories prompted Brad and Iris to get married at Bluevale Presbyterian Church. He also made a point of recreating some of those cherished experiences with his family in St. Catharines, most recently introducing his children to wiener roasts over an open fire. A service of remembrance for Brad has been planned for Aug. 17 at 2 p.m. at Dixie Presbyterian Church in Mississauga. It will be followed by a time of fellowship and refreshments. If desired, donations in memory of Brad can be made to Dixie Presbyterian Church. Bruce Power commits $125,000 to Festival 401 Albert Street, Box 340, Brussels, ON N0G 1H0 Phone: 519-887-6336 ~ Fax: 519-887-6438 email: riversidefuneralhome@hotmail.com www.riversidefuneralhome.ca Nominate someone you know who doesn’t have a subscription to The Citizen but should! Promoting our Community CitizenTh e $1.25 GST included Serving the communities of Blyth and Brussels and northern Huron County Thursday, December 13, 2018 Volume 34 No. 49 RESPONSE - Pg. 3 Morris-Turnberry Mayor calls for autonomy CONCERT- Pg. 6 Brussels Ministerial comes together for show FUNDING- Pg. 2 Education Minister in Blyth to hand out grants Publications Mail Agreement No. 40050141 Return Undeliverable Items to North Huron Publishing Company Inc., P.O. Box 152, BRUSSELS, ON N0G 1H0 INSIDE THIS WEEK: Seaforth’s Fisher elected Huron East Deputy-Mayor 4-H Clubs awarded Seaforth Councillor Bob Fisher isHuron East’s new deputy-mayor,besting two others who put theirnames forward at the inauguralmeeting of Huron East Council onDec. 4.Fisher, Tuckersmith CouncillorRay Chartrand and Grey CouncillorAlvin McLellan all let their names stand for the municipality’s second- in-command position. This came after Huron East eliminated the at- large deputy-mayor position, reducing the size of council from 12members to 11 just ahead ofOctober’s election.It was Fisher who nominatedChartrand for the position.Chartrand then paid the favour backby nominating Fisher. FormerDeputy-Mayor Joe Stefflernominated McLellan for theposition.Fisher told his fellow councillorsthat he has lived in the community for over 40 years. In addition, he has been a councillor for 12 years andspent nearly 40 years in business, allexperience he felt would aid in beingthe deputy-mayor.Fisher also listed a number ofprojects he’d like to see undertakenor continued both in Huron East andin Huron County.In Huron East, Fisher said hewanted to see the municipality’scommunity centres better utilizedand to promote a harmoniousrelationship between residents of all of Huron East’s five wards. At the county level, Fisher said hewanted to see a greater focus ontourism, saying that Huron Countycould easily be the Prince EdwardCounty of southwestern Ontario. Healso said that while the county’saccessibility advisory committee hasdone a lot of great work, there is stillmore to be done.Fisher also said that, as someonewho is legally blind, he also hopedthat being named deputy-mayorwould inspire others with disabilities saying that if they “get [their] ass off the couch and do something” like hehas they can accomplish anything.McLellan said that his decades ofexperience as a councillor and onnumerous boards and committeeswould make him an ideal choice forthe deputy-mayor position.He said that being self-employedwould ensure that he wouldn’t missany meetings, adding that he hates tomiss any council meetings.He said he had been asked if he The Huron County 4-H Leaders’Association Awards Program was recently held at the Seaforth Agriplex, recognizing 4-H members for their efforts throughout the year. COUNTY AWARDS Loretta Higgins won the Murray Cardiff Award for Top All-Round Member. The Don Pullen Award for highestoverall score in the county went toEvy Verschaeve. She also won theDedication Award for dedication tothe club. The Warden’s NoviceAward for first year competitivemember with the highest score wentto Emily Datema. The Ben Lobb Award for thejunior member with the top essaywent to Kayla Drennan.Emily Franken won the OntarioPlowmen’s Association Award for outstanding agricultural 4-H member as well as the Longstanding Graduating Member Award. She also received her graduation seal. The Citizen-Rural Voice Awards for press reporter book competition awards went to Dugald McIntosh (first) and Mercedes Prout (second).The Huron County 4-H Leaders’Association Award for clubsecretary book competition wereawarded to Emily Bieman (first) andKayla Drennan (second).The winning team for the countyGo for the Gold Competition wasthe South Huron Sheep Club Teamwhich consisted of Amanda Bos,Rachel Gras, Grace Hallahan andEvy Verschaeve.The Top Gate Sign Award for the White Christmas The snow was falling on Friday night as Clinton held the final Santa Claus parade of the Huron County season, bringing residents and visitors out to the town to help celebrate the holiday season. One of the main attractions of the parade every year is the Clinton Pipe Band, seen here appealing to the ears of all in attendance. (Nick Vinnicombe photo)Continued on page 12 REALIZE YOUR DREAM IN IT TO WIN IT: brought to you by the Libro Prosperity Fund, Wingham BIA, North Huron Economic Development Committee, Huron County Economic Development and Community Futures Huron. Enter the In It to Win It contest to Win! $10,000 Prize Package. Receive invaluable (mandatory) business training to give you a good foundation in your dream to expand an existing business or establish a new business on Main Street in Wingham. Full details at www.northhuron.ca Contest opens December 12 Applications will be accepted until January 25th, 2019 at 4:30 pmForms are available online or at theTownship of North Huron office at 275 Josephine Street in Wingham Email: inittowinit@northhuron.ca or call the Project Co-ordinator at 519-441-7629. Continued on page 15 By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen July winner of a 1 year subscription to The Citizen is Rev. James Perrie, Kerwood (nominated by Brenda McIntosh). 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