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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1999-11-10, Page 22PAGE 22. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 1999. NORA MARY (TAILLON) HALLAHAN Nora Hallahan passed away peacefully at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. Oakville on Thursday. Nov. 4, 1999 in her 86th year. She was born Sept. 17, I9I4 at Charlton, to the late Benjamin William Taillon and Eva Marie Ledger. She was the beloved wife of the late Dennis Eugene Hallahan and loving mother of Bill and his wife Marguerite of Blyth; Bob and his wife Louise of Brampton; Kathleen Hall and her husband Bill of Fairview, AB and Marjory Church and her husband George of Portmarnock, Ireland. She will be dearly missed by her 12 grandchildren and IO great­ grandchildren. She was the dear sister of Alma Taillon of Toronto and Ethel (Jack) Mitchell of Qualicum Beach, BC. Mrs. Hallahan was predeceased by her brothers Leo and Ernie Taillon and by her sister Leona (Fred) Vassella. She is also survived by sisters-in- law Mrs. Eileen (Leo) Taillon of Guelph, Mrs. Marjory (Ernie) Taillon of Toronto, Mrs. Patricia (John) Hallahan of Blyth, and Mrs. Beatrice (Simon) Hallahan of Brussels. She was the special aunt of many nephews and nieces. Mom, Nana, Aunt Nora we loved you and we will miss you. You are cherished for your constant love and caring and the many prayers you have said for all of us over a lifetime. Sincere gratitude goes out to her beloved daughter-in-law Louise Hallahan from all the family members for her constant care and support to Nana Hallahan over the years. Friends and relatives were received at the Beattie-Falconer Funeral Homes “Tasker Chapel” 129 Queen St., Blyth, on Sunday, Nov. 7 1999 from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral mass was held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Blyth on Monday, Nov. 8 at 1 I a.m. Interment was in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Morris Twp. Mr. Frank Matys was the soloist at the funeral mass, accompanied by his wife, Theresa Matys. Parish prayers were held at the funeral home on Sunday at 8:45 p.m. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Pallbearers were David Hallahan, Roger Williamson, Greg Heyworth. Kent Hallahan, Dennis Hall and Paul Hallahan. Flowerbearers were Ashley Hallahan, Joshua Hallahan, Robert Heyworth, Patrick Heyworth, Amanda Heyworth, Danielle Dostie, Matthew Hallahan and Stacey Hallahan. LOIS MARIE RUEGER Lois Marie (Hallam) Rueger of Exeter passed away at Stratford General Hospital on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 1999. She was in her 54th year. She was the beloved daughter of Arthur Hallam of Huronview and the late Gladys Hallam. She was the dear mother of Marion Rueger, Bill Rueger and Naomi McKinnon all of London. She was the dear grandmother of Tyler, Shade and Nicole. She was the dear sister of Grace and Jim Cartwright of Auburn. Evelyn and Lucien Robichaud of New Brunswick, Arthur and Donna Hallam of B.C., Raymond and Klaske Hallam and Betty Debolt and Ken McKenzie all of Goderich. Joyce and Joe. Essery of Clinton, Ralph and Ann Hallam of Kintail and Howard and Marie Hallam of Brunner. She was predeceased by a daugh­ ter. Madeline, an infant brother and a grandson. David Scott. Cremation followed. A memorial service was conducted at Exeter Pentecostal Tabernacle. 370 Main St., S. Exeter on Saturday, Nov. 6 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Vernon Dean officiating. Interment at Ball's Cemetery, Auburn. Donations to Community Living South Huron and WOTCH would be appreciated by the family as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements were entrusted to Hopper Hockey Funeral Home. DONALDA JEAN WILLITS Donalda Jean Willits of Tumber- ry Twp. passed away peacefully with family at her side, at Wing­ ham and District Hospital, Nov. 5, 1999. She was 82. Mrs. Willits was born in West Wawanosh Twp. to Philip and Isabel (MacLean) MacMillan. She attended Lucknow Elemen­ tary and Lucknow High School and graduated from Stratford Normal School in the spring of 1937. That tall she began teaching at Lane’s School in Howick Twp., at which time she met her future hus­ band. She also taught at Blake’s School in Ashfield and in Kinloss Twp. She married Walter Willits on Oct. 30, 1948 and moved to Cone. 6 of Tumberry Twp. Together they raised a family of five children on their farm. She took an active interest in her children's lives and encouraged them in their endeavors. Each of her 1 1 grandchildren held a special place in Grandma’s heart and she enjoyed their visits. In the 1970's Mrs. Willits returned to teaching, filling supply positions. She was very active in the UCW and loved to read, garden, knit, sew and cook. Mrs. Willits was the beloved wife of Walter Willits, dear mother of Mac Willits of RR1, Wingham, Murray Willits and Jane Girodat of London, Bruce and Barb Willits of Lucknow, Alan and Laurie Willits and Kathy Willits of RR1, Wing­ ham. She was the loving grand­ mother of Greg, Cindy, Lindsay, Melanie, Mark, Chris, George. Jory. Nicole, Jack and Shawn Willits. She was predeceased by her par­ ents, her sister Isabel and brothers Bruce. Archie and Philip. Visitation was held at McBumey Funeral Home, Wingham, Nov. 7. Rev. Jeff Hawkins officiated at the funeral service on Nov. 8. Flowerbearers were George, Melanie and Greg Willits. The eulogy was presented by Mary Edith Parsons and Doug Gar- niss, friends of Mrs. Willits. Her four sons along with nephews Murray Wilken and Bill Eamgey were pallbearers. Interment was at Wroxeter Cemetery, Howick Twp. Bessie Johnston provided bag­ pipe music at the cemetery. Memorial donations to Bluevale United Church, Wipgham and Dis­ trict Hospital or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appre­ ciated as expressions of sympathy. Separate bd. releases EQEA results Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board students matched or exceeded provincial levels in Grade 3 and Grade 6 test results from last year. In Grade 3 test results for reading, 45 per cent of HPCDSB pupils met provincial standards (level 3) while another 33 per cent approached the standard (Level 2). Four per cent exceeded standards (Level 4) and nine per cent were below the stan­ dard (Level 1). The provincial average showed 39 per cent at Level 3, 34 per cent at Level 2, five per cent at Level 4 and 11 per cent at Level I. In the writing category, tne HPCDSB results were; seven at Level 4 (provincially six), 48 at Level 3 (45), 36 at Level 2 (37) and two at Level 1 (three). For mathe­ matical knowledge and skill, the results were: Level 4, nine (10); Level 3 52 (46); Level 2, 26 (29) and Level I, seven (eight). The Grade 6 results were equally good when compared to provincial averages. In reading, seven HPCDSB students scored at Level 4 (eight provincially), 48 at Level 3 (40), 35 at Level 2 (35) and seven at Level I (nine). Writing results were: Level 4, 11 (11); Level 3, 41 (37); Level 2, 36 (35) and Level 1, nine (nine). For mathematically knowledge and skill, the results were; Level 4, 11 (11); Level 3, 43 (35); Level 2, 37 (35) and Level 1, seven (12). These numbers are calculated on the basis of all students in the class including those exempt or who took part but did not complete enough work to be scored. Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding. The Avon Maitland District School Board is to release its results at the Nov. 23 board meeting. 5th Annual Brussels Optimist Harvest End Stag' Friday, November 12, 1999 BMG Community Centre efuxeutt off Tickets $20.00 per person LXT/ckefs available from Optimist Member For a penny Cathy Leddy fills out forms for the penny table at the St. Augustine annual Christmas bazaar last Saturday as Joan Cudmore Stands by. (Vicky Bremnerphoto) East Wawanosh class does Poe’s ‘Masque’ By Bridget Kellington and Nicole Meier Last week, Mr. Lobb’s Grade 7/8 class at East Wawanosh Public School was studying Edgar Allen Poe’s story, The Masque Of The Red Death. Later in the week, they began to make masks for the filming, which would be held on Thursday. To make the filming easier they were split into about 12 different groups. Thursday morning they prepared for the filming, which began after first recess. It took most of the day to complete the filming. The main characters were Prince Prospero played by Ryan Brubaker and Red Death played by Kevin Frieburger. Directors were Josh Bruton and Nicole Procter, and the producers were Sheena Fitzgerald and Nicole Meier. After all the work was done it was worth it. The project turned out * great. BUS SAFETY On Tuesday, Nov. 2, students of EWPS were instructed in the methods of safe bus evacuation in the event of an emergency. To begin the session, a video was shown in the gym by an OPP officer and a representative of the Avon Maitland School Board. Students were taught to use the rear, side, and front emergency exits and the proper times to use each one. Grade 7/8 students were instructed in how to help the younger students and how to assist the driver if needed. BOOK FAIR COMING On Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 the Saga book store of Grand Bend is presenting a book fair for East Wawanosh school. On the afternoon of Nov. 30, the event will be open for families to attend until 5:30 p.m. BMG Christmas s| Dinner & €' Dance December 11, 1999 At Brussels, Morris & Grey Community Centre Social Hour 6:30-7:30 - Cash Bar Delicious Hot Dinner catered by ' Tastefully Your Catering Dance to DJ Classic Rock from 9-1 $20.00/Person Come as a group or bring a few friends No group too big or small Great for your Staff Christmas Party' For reservations call Shelly Pryce at 887-6268 Deadline for reservations is Dec. 3 Proceeds to BMG Recreation Projects #T* *•(A (A