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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1994-11-30, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1994. Walton”Tine news from Compiled by Patty Banks Phone 887-6860 Students deal with death On Friday, Nov. 25 students, teachers and the Walton community were shocked and saddened to learn of the death of Mrs. Shirley Lyon. The Grade 4 and kindergarten classes had a trip planned to go to Goderich Museum to participate in their Christmas program. The staff had considered cancelling the trip but everyone agreed that Mrs. Lyon would want the children to go and have fun. It was said that she always had the children's best interest at heart. Mrs. Crocker with the support of Rev. Randy Banks went to Mrs. Lyon's classroom (Grade 2) to tell the children. The children were allowed to talk about their feelings and talked of other deaths that they have known (the other classes did the same). The class has decided to write a book of memories of Mrs. Lyon. In Mrs. Bennett's room, she read them a book called, 'Life Times.' It talks about the cycles of life, beginnings and endings and that all living creatures have a lifetime. She told them that she often writes Bankses travel to Brantford Randy Banks and family travelled down to Brantford on Friday to attend his father's surprise retirement party. Ken has worked in the produce department of several grocery stores for the past 38 years His last day of work will be Dec. 2 and he can tell you exactly how many hours, minutes and seconds that he has left to Paul Klopp announces grant MPP Paul Klopp announced Nov. 21 funding of $27,750 from jobsOntario Community Action to the Menesetung Bridge Associa­ tion for repair and maintenance work. "jobsOntario Community Action, is an important tool for promoting community economic development. This project is a clear example of how jobsOntario Community Action can help communities take control of their economic future. This is a community-driven effort. The project was initiated and strongly supported by the community," said Mr. Klopp. The Ontario government has helped create more than 5,900 jobs to date by providing more than $123.7 million in jobsOntario Community Action assistance to more than 935 communities throughout the province. Every dollar invested in the program generates an additional two dollars from the communities themselves. The total cost of the project is $55,500 and will be for repairing several piers and for bridge maintenance. Phase one will include upgrading piers No. 1 and No. 6. The work is being carried out according to a report prepared by the engineering firm B.M. Ross. The announcement was made at the directors' meeting of the Menesetung Bridge Association. HELPING THE WORLD WRITE NOW CODE Self sufficiency through literacy in the developing world For information, call 1-8OO-661-2633 poetry to help her deal with her grief. The children were then encouraged to express their feelings through painting, drawing and some wrote letters to the family telling some of their memories of Mrs. Lyon. Some of the kids remembered her as giving jelly beans whenever they brought back a library book and still more, remember her as a kind and gentle lady. Her fellow teachers said she was a very dedicated and committed woman who always surpassed anyone's expectations in her work. She was a woman who could always laugh at herself and they noted that no matter who ill she was feeling she never ever complained about anything. I wasn't able to find out exactly how long Shirley had worked at Walton PS. Some said around 12 years. But perhaps to many it feels like Mrs. Lyon has always been there and in their hearts and minds she will remain. The flag at the school was flown at half mast. work. I guess you can say he is looking forward to retirement. Congratulations to Howard Hackwell who chose the winning lottery ticket down at the Walton Store. The tickets sold there go towards the Walton Recreational Committee. Mr. Klopp said, "The Association is to be commended for its work in saving the bridge and for maintain­ ing it as a tourist attraction." "jobsOntario Community Action helps build partnerships in com­ munities with specific sectors such as co-operatives, credit unions, women's groups, multi-cultural groups and labour," said Frances Lankin, Minister of Economic Development and Trade. "These provincial partnerships aim to develop community economic development strategies that benefit targeted communities and contribute to Ontario's long-term economic vitality." jobsOntario Community Action is a mulli-million, three year program designed to support local economic development and put Ontario back to work. Il is one component of jobsOntario, the government’s long-term plan to create jobs and support economic renewal in Ontario. NOTICE HULLETT TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS The Inaugural Meeting of the new council will be held on MONDAY, DECEMBER 5, 1994 commencing 1:00 p.m. Handshakes and good wishes were at the fore as Morris Township council feted its outgoing reeve Doug Fraser at a dinner in his honour held at the Brussels Country Inn,Thursday night. From left: incoming reeve Clem McLellan, Mr. Fraser and his wife Marjorie and incoming deputy-reeve Bert Elliott. Retiring reeve recalls 14 years The Morris Township council held a retirement dinner at the Brussels Hotel on Nov. 24 for retiring reeve Doug Fraser and his wife Marg. They presented Doug Duffs to host Dec. 24 service Heidi McClure and children Jennifer, Darrel and Adam were greeters at Duffs United on Nov. 27. The children made a circle at the front of the church to represent an advent wreath and while everyone sang 'Light one Candle’ Jennifer McClure stood up in the middle of the wreath to portray a candle. Cassandra and Patty Banks read the Advent Liturgy and Cassandra lit the first Advent Candle. Rev. Randy Banks announced that next Sunday will be White Gift Darlene Oldfield &> Dorothy Foxton "Whatever it takes to make your Christmas special" Oldfield Pro Hardware & Radio Shack, Brussels Sears Catalogue Agent) Drop in for your ChristmasFor 40 years, Sears has been proud to serve your needs. And we look forward to serving you for 40 more. But, more than anything, we're committed to helping you have a Merry Christmas. If there's anything we can do to make your season special, please ask. 1-800-267-3277 Local Inquiry: 887-9433 Catalogue. Or, if you already have one, just drop in for a visit. with a clock and photo album. Heidi McClure put the night's events on video. Doug said he enjoyed his 14 years of service and meeting new people. When asked Sunday and that after the service the Sunday School will hold its craft sale. There will be muffins and coffee as well. The money will go towards summer camp and Pueblito. The UCW will meet Dec. 7 at the church. Rev. Banks also announced that there will be a Christmas Eve service in Walton. Communion was served by Neil and Marie McGavin, Barry Hoegy and Ian Wil bee. The sermon was called 'An Expect more from Sears what was most memorable he mentioned working very hard to get Huronlea in Brussels. Although Doug has retired now, he still plans to keep involved in various groups. Advent Scare.' Rev. Banks asked "Is Advent- Christmas both within and without the church nothing more than a routinized, ritualistic enterprise?" There are the same old hymns O Come all Ye Faithful, the same old scriptures, (In those days a decree...), same old candles on the advent wreath (hope, peace, joy and love), he said. All of it can soon be emptied of meaning unless we challenge ourselves to approach this season with renewed expecta­ tions and fresh wonder.