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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2002-02-13, Page 9 (3)RITCHIE, W. KENNETH: At Seaforth Community Hospital, on Tuesday, February 5, 2002, Kenneth Ritchie in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Mary (Laidlaw) Ritchie (Beacom) of Egmondville, and the late Edith (Ennis) Ritchie. Dear father of Larry Ritchie of Seaforth. Loving grandfather of Sue and husband Jeff Dueschle of Alberta and two great grandchil- dren, McKenzie and Skyler. Dear step -father of Bill Beacom and wife Yvonne and Lois and husband Ken Edey, all of Calgary, Bob Beacom and wife Angela of Blyth and step - grandfather of eleven. Also survived by sisters-in-law, Anna and hus- band Ross Cunningham of Brussels and Roma Ritchie of London. Predeceased by his par- ents, John and Dorothy (MacCallister) Ritchie and sisters and brothers, Jennie Lydiatt, Clifford Ritchie, Isabel Shortreed and Jim Ritchie. Family received friends at the Whitney-Ribey Funeral Home, 87 Goderich St. W. Seaforth on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service was held on Friday, February 8 at 2 p.m. Mr. Stephen Hildebrand officiated. Interment Brussels Cemetery. Memorial donations to Seaforth Community Hospital would be appreciated as expressions of sym- pathy. Pallbearers were Keith Lydiatt, Murray Johnston, Larry Horne, Jim Nash, Tom Barry, Jim McElwain. 42-07-1 FEENEY, Teresa: Peacefully at Seaforth Manor, on Saturday, February 9, 2002. Mrs. Teresa Feeney of Seaforth in her 75th year. Beloved wife for over 50 years of Ferg Feeney. Loving mother of Bill and Wanda Feeney of Granton, Linda and Bob Saunders of Dublin, Mary Feeney and Barb Feeney, both of Stratford, Louise Leslie of Dublin, Pat and Maryann Feeney of Dublin, Mike and Donna Feeney of Mitchell, Joe and Rose Feeney of Eginondville, Martin and Linda Feeney of Dublin and special moth- er-in-law to Helena Feeney of Mitchell. Cherished grandmother of 20 grandchildren and 3 great grand- children. Dear sister of Kate Aslin of Seaforth, Rita Coombs of Egmondville, and Bill Walsh of Seaforth. Predeceased by 2 daugh- ters, Maryanne and Margie, son-in- law Graeme Leslie and by 6 sisters and brothers. Teresa was a mem- ber of the . Catholic Women's League. Friends were received at the Box and Smith Funeral Chapel, 47 High St. Seaforth, on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of the Christian Burial was held at St. James Roman Catholic Church, Seaforth, on Monday, February 11, 2002 at 11 o'clock. Father Lance Madgziak officiated. Cremation with interment of ashes in St. Columban Cemetery. Rosary prayers were held at the funeral home on Sunday at 3 p.m. As expressions of sympa- thy memorial donations to the char- ity of one's choice would be greatly appreciated. Pallbearers were Bill Feeney, Pat Feeney, Mike Feeney, Joe Feeney, Martin Feeney and Tim Feeney. J As a tribute to, wu'..-'- the life of —arP Teresa, a tree will be planted in her memory. 42- 07-1 PEPPER, William Roger: Suddenly at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Thursday, February 7, 2002, William Roger Pepper, of Hensall, formerly of Brucefield, in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Helen (McEwing) Pepper. Dear father and father-in-law of Carol _eBeau and her husband Bob of 3rucefield and Bert Pepper and his vife Carol of Wingham. Loving grandfather of Pamela, Audra and Bruce; Lori and Leanne and great- grandfather of Brad, Leslie, Adam and Daeca. Also survived by one sister Pearl McKnight of Hensall and one sister-in-law Ruth Thorburn of Seaforth. Sadly missed by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Albert and Ethel Pepper and one brother Leslie Pepper. Bill was a long time member of the Brucefield Volunteer Fire Department, a Director of the McKillop Mutual Fire Insurance Company and well known in the area for his musical talents. The funeral service was conducted on Saturday, February 9, 2002 at 11 a.m. at the Hensall Visitation Chapel, 79 King St. Visitation one hour prior to service. Rev. Pine Mitchell and Elly Van Bergen offici- ated. Interment Maitlandbank Cemetery, Seaforth. Memorial con- tributions may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation or Queensway Nursing Home. J.M. McBeath Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements (519) 236- 4365.A tree will be planted in mem- ory of William Pepper. 42-07-1 SEYMOUR, Larry D. At his resi- dence in Seaforth, on Tuesday, February 6, 2002, Larry Seymour, in his 45th year. Husband of Helen TeBrinke of Seaforth. Father of Lindsey Seymour of St. Thomas, Kasey Seymour of Welland and Tonya TeBrinke of Seaforth. Grandfather of Tyler. Son of Betty (Patterson) and John Coleman of Seaforth and Donald Seymour of Sparks, Nevada. Brother of Cheryl and Paul Kruse, Goderich, Stephen and Sandi of Langley, B.C., William and Lynn of London and Robin and Darlene Hawate of Seaforth. Family received friends at the Whitney- Ribey Funeral Home, 87 Goderich Street. West, Seaforth, on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. where a memorial service was held on Thursday, February 7 at 2 p.m. Memorial donations to Seaforth Community Hospital would be appreciated as expressions of sym- pathy. 42-07-1 MCEWING-CARTWRtGHT: In lov- ing memory of John McEwing, dear husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather who passed away February 17, 1998 and Howard Cartwright, dear husband, father, grandfather, son-in-law who passed away February 12, 1999. Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day. - Sadly missed and lovingly remem- bered by Janie McEwing, Beth Read, Marjorie Cartwright and fam- ilies. 46-07x1 VAN DYK: In loving memory of Ted Van Dyk, our dear Dad, Grandpa and Great -Grandpa, who passed away so suddenly 23 years ago, Feb. 16, 1979. Silent memories keep him near, As time unfolds another year. No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts he is always there. Deeply missed along life's way, And lovingly remembered every day. - Always remembered and loved by: Marg, JasCh and Joanne, Michelle, James and Alexis, Kyle and Brad 46-07x1 CARNOCHAN: In memory of a dear husband and Dad, Bill who passed away three years ago on February 14. You are remembered with gentle smiles, good stories and happy feelings. - Loved always and forever in our hearts, Sharon, Robyn, Jason, Jill, Greg, Jared, Kim, Kate and Joe 46- 07-1 47. Cards of Thanks TAYLOR I would like to thank my family, friends and neighbours for all the phone calls, visits, cards, flowers and food I received while in London and Seaforth Hospitals and since coming home. Thanks to Rev. Nick Vandermey for his visits. Special thanks to Dr. McCalden and Dr. Edwards and all staff at both hospi- tals involved in my care. - Viola Taylor 47-07x1 MCNAUGHTON I wish to thank my family, friends and neighbours for helping to make my 95th birthday 'so special. Your cards renewed fond memories. I was pleased to see you at my Open House on Saturday. Thank you Charlene for making it possible to celebrate at the Seaforth Manor Retirement Home. - Hazel McNaughton 47-07-1 47 Cards of Thanks RITCHIE The family of Ken Ritchie wish to express sincere thanks to relatives, neighbours and friends for their support and donations. Special thanks to everyone at Seaforth Manor for looking after Ken so well this past year. Thanks to Drs. Edwards, Shepherd, Rodney, nurs- es and staff at Seaforth Community Hospital for their care and attention. Thanks to Ruth Townsend and Ross Ribey at Whitney-Ribey Funeral Horne for their help. Thank you to Steve Hildebrand for the comforting service and to the ladies at Egmondville United Church for refreshments following the service. - Mary and Larry Ritchie and fami- lies 47-07x1 38. Auction Sales RICHARD LOBB AUCTION CALENDAR BAT. 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Sellers call 1-800-201-0864. www.t{mssharelink.com. the Feb. 5 meeting was meant to address questions from the public about possible non -closure effects on four schools: Clinton Public School, which would absorb about 55 per cent of the students from a closed Holmesville; Colborne Central Public School, which would absorb the remaining 45 per cent; Goderich's Victoria Public School, which would take in all students from a closed Robertson; and CHSS, which would absorb all students from a closed SDHS. One speaker rose more than once to seek repeated assurances that counselling or other help in coping would be made available to students and parents asked to move to another school. Another wondered if teachers had been involved in the accommodation review process, and suggested those relocated may also need assistance. "The teachers have had a peripheral involvement (in the process). I'll admit," Gerth responded, before adding that it's expected all staff from closed schools will move with the student body to the new location. He also stressed that neither class sizes nor teacher workload will be allowed to markedly increase, due to both the provincial government's restrictions on board -wide average class size, and stipulations within teacher collective agreements. A Holmesville parent criticized the plan to split the school's population in the event of closure. Under the proposed scenario, she explained, her daughter would be separated from her entire group of friends due to the fact they all live on the opposite side of the new catchment border. "Now she comes home and says she wants to have home -schooling because she doesn't want to have to go to a brand new school," the parent said. Goderich clerk/administrator Larry McCabe distributed a prepared report to trustees, all nine of whom attended the meeting. He explained that he would not ask any questions, but hoped trustees and staff would take the time to understand the written submission. In summarizing the report, McCabe questioned the wisdom of closing Robertson, suggesting the board may need the "flexibility" of another Goderich-based facility in the future. Much of his argument was based on projections for industrial and residential growth which, according to McCabe, would outstrip any data so far considered by the board. He also took specific aim at North Perth trustee Don Brillinger, who had suggested at a December board meeting that a history of strong economic development planning has played a significant role in the fact the Listowel area now has schools which are over -capacity instead of under -capacity. "Although I didn't agree with his point of view, and he maybe stepped out of his area of expertise, (Brillinger's comments) did cause me -to come up with some points you might find interesting," McCabe said, prior to his explanation of various potential Goderich growth areas. Devoted SDHS supporter Maureen Agar, who has made countless presentations to the board about various aspects of the fight to keep the high school open, again addressed trustees. This time, she appeared to have no prepared statement, but admitted she "couldn't resist" coming to the microphone. Agar wondered if there is any point preparing evidence which might challenge the assertions made in past Avon Maitland staff reports, on such issues as projected enrolments, costs of absorbing students from closed schools, costs of operating potentially -closed schools, or the number of students necessary to provide an adequate range of secondary scjlool programming. "You want us to make presentations about our schools, but you don't seem to want to hear why we think you're wrong," Agar said. "Then what are we supposed to talk about? The weather?" Vice -chair Rod Brown, who relatively recently seems to have become convinced that all changes should be at least,delayed, cautioned Agar that trustees are, indeed, listening to every submission at the meetings. "Bill (Gerth) nor (director of education Lorne Rachlis) nor anyone else in the board office is preventing you from providing information to trustees," Brown said. "You have to have faith in the nine people around the table, because that's who makes the decision." Community Calendar WED., FEB. 13 MON., FEB. 18 1:30-4:00 p.m. - Senior Shuffleboard at the Community Centres 1:00-3:00 p.m. - Parents' and Tots' Skating at the Arena 4:30-5:30 p.m. - Bunny and Novice Ringette Practice at the Arena 5:30-6:30 p.m. - Minor Hockey Practice at the Arena 6:30-7:30 p.m. - Junior Ringette at the Arena 7:30-9:00 p.m. - Minor Broomball at the Arena 8:00-10:00 p.m. - Adult Volleyball at the Highschool 9:00-11:30 p.m. - Adult Broomball at the Arena THURS., FEB. 14 4:00-6:00 p.m. - Figure Skating at the Arena 6:00-7:30 p.m. - Minor Hockey at the Arena 7:30-9:00 p.m. - Minor Broomball at the Arena 8:00-10:00 p.m. - Adult Basketball at the Highschool 9:00-11:30 p.m. - Men's Broomball Playoffs at the Arena 5:00-9:00 a.m. - Figure Skating at the Arena 7:00-9:00 p.m. - Wood Refinishing at the Highschool 7:15-10:00 p.m. - Minor Sports Council Bingo at the Community Centres 9:00-10:30 p.m. - Strathroy vs Beavers Oldtimers Hockey TUES., FEB. 19 9:00-10:00 a.m. - Fitness Is Fun at the Community Centres 9:30-11:30 p.m. - Parents' and Tots' Skating at the Arena 5:30-8:30 p.m. • Minor Hockey at the Arena 7:00-9:00 p.m. - Woodworking at the Highschool 8:30-10:00 p.m. - Centenaires practice at the Arena WED., FEB. 20 9:30-10:30 a.m. - Preschool Playgroup at Northside United Church 10:30-11:00 a.m. - Toylending Library at Northside United Church 1:30-4:00 p.m. - Senior FRI., FEB. 15 Shuffleboard at the Community 10:30-11:30 a.m. - Pre -School Centres Storyhour at the Seaforth Library 1:00-3:00 p.m. - Parents' and Tots' 4:35-5:35 p.m. - Houseleague Skating at the Arena Hockey Practice at the Arena 4:30-5:30 p.m. - Ringette 6:00 p.m. - Seaforth Ringette Practice at the Arena Tournament at the Arena 5:30-6:30 p.m. - Minor Hockey Practice at the Arena SAT., FEB. 16 8:00 a.m. - Ringette Tournament at the Arena SUN., FEB. 17 8:00 a.m. - Ringette Tournament at the Arena 6:30-7:30 p.m. - Junior Ringette at the Arena 7:30-9:00 p.m. - Minor Broomball at the Arena 8:00-10:00 p.m. - Adult Volleyball at the Highschool 9:00-11:30 p.m. - Adult Broombell at the Arena 1 ,'rea non-profit event of interest to other Seaforth wee residents, the recreation office 527-0882 or the Expositor et 27-0240, or meil the information to Community Calendar, The Huron Expositor Box 89, Seeforth, Ontario, NOK 1 WO well in advance of the scheduled date. 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