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HomeMy WebLinkAboutGoderich Signal Star, 2011-08-10, Page 4Wednesday, August 10, 2011 • Signal -Star 3 erich community pulls through for AIIm family in big way gnal-Star ragedy strikes, the community looks with compassion ptimism. turday, July 30, d family of Ron and celebrated the life lin; raising funds to amily in their time e Allins were faced sands of dollars in ills after Colin was killed in Managua, a. June 13. A com- ndraiser and bar held at the Colum - ea and support was g, Ikon saki. on't.know where to nking people," he. outstanding really." he festivities were wed by a great loss, staying positive is lin would have ng not to be down ps," he said, pour - scrapbook of Col-. hick mother, Gail lovingly crafted. "(Colin) would kick me in the pants if he saw me doing that." And while kind words and consolations were part of the support system, so too were the many donations that came in for the fundraiser. Items for a silent auction came in from everywhere, and the volunteers who organized the day said noth ing was solicited. People saw a great need and offered what they could. That included a signed Bobby Orr jersey, a Washing- ton Capitals jersey signed by the entire team, and more. Zehrs also donated all of the food for the day. For organizer Evy McDon- agh, the community's gener- osity was a natural response. "We had to get together and do something to help the family," she said. "We've .had amazing support from the comtrtunity." Though final figures weren't in yet, she said totals were at $13,000 and counting as of last Thursday. They are still a long way off the fundraising goal, however donations keep coming in and there are special events and even a special beer still rais- ing more. ii We had to get together and do something to help the family, we've had amazing support from the community." — Organizer Evy McDonagh Longtime friend of Colin, Brian Titus of Garrison Breweries, said he was quite lucky to have worked with Colin. for 10 years - five in Halifax and five in Nicaragua. Ron remembers Colin fell in love with the country years ago while filming there for the CBC. Titus said even though they were con- tinents apart, they still enjoyed working together at every opportunity. Garrison has brewed 2,160 cases of Bel- gian IPA and $1 from each case will be donated to the Allin family for their expenses. To Titus, it was a fitting tribute. "It is a fitting way to say goodbye to a really good friend," he said. "die would appreciate that, as a beer lover" There are two more fundraisers also in Ui"s MAKI i:ANCER HtSTOR'Y w -r the works - a barbeque at the Legion August 26 and a September 3 breakfast at the Columbus Centre. Xriai» A4an,, -ace Limos Kruz in style to your event with no worries Chad Mann 519-357-3015 www.kruzinmannlimos.com Goderich Greeter -WELCOME SERVICE- Ifyou are a Newcomer, or know someone who is, call Kim Bergsma 524-0163 ... for Gift Certificates and local information! www.goderichgreeter.ca: or email kimegocierichgreeterca GREAT SAVINGS I/4 Chicken Dinners $10.99 REE* ORIGINAL HAMBURGER • Nose p esio,l au, (a+4u^ t»kxe ofdertng :Sofa o 'me Original Hos bur Owes: God boron cam) %ids ivy prawn oi Original Mamboisr am41 stoosiW Moe et regular price-. tis ono coupon pec ,istomtt pee us' This cogoloss is ass? Mild with am .#w oar, oc combo special • and hos no cosh tutees (white meat$1.50 extra). Please present (tits coupon before ordering. Limit one coupon per customer per visit. II This coupon is not valid with any other otter or combo special MAW and has no cash value wadmodor faxes extra Mrs 3rM, w>Er taw earl at: Way $Z sP iteilselta SWISS (HALT Gerard capes Galeria Swat- Star A scrapbook celebrating the Life of Colin Allin shows a loving son with a zest for Life. isnot Crass Goderich Slpntr-Stec friend and colleague, Brian Titus with wife, Joanne, • to support the Allis at the Columbus Centre July 30. nder of Garrison Breweries, created a limited edition will also raise funds for the family, beset with Colin's expenses. Vold a yatMayeZwsPte+. 001111.6 VW ea/ sr I Leith" tbsgrill. Great cars. Great Rates. Ask about our great daily, weekly and monthly rakes! Call or visit us today! Highway 21 south of Goderich at Hyundai of Goderith. 519-524-1795 A Horace of Ode Thrifty Worndtyp Group. Inc. or as Affiliate