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Times-Advocate, 1983-12-21, Page 13Times -Advocate, December 21, 1983 Page 13 Esftbllsli bursary in memory of form•r campground gets assistance A bursary fund for students graduating from Grand Bend Public school has been set up in memory of (Helen) Jean Sharen, a former teacher at the school, who passed away last week. Mrs. Sharen, a resident of the village for the past 10 years, taught grades 3 and 1 in the village school for 10 years before her retirement in 1966. A large part of her life was devoted to the classrooms of area schools, except for the years when her two children, Robert of Grand Bend and Jay (Skillender) of Exeter were small children. After her retirement from active teaching, she was oc- cupied with a retired leachers' group. She was an active member of the Grand Bend Golden Age Club as well • • 0 iistfisoris 1RffT1FXIS ... t') and ()citrons. uiSh'St 'u a mar\ Christmas. Gables Colonial Hotel Grand Bend 7 Season's Greetings to all our Friends And Customers ;;"gMilFFArrEPuwru. Shop Where The Builders Buy! PHONE 235.1422 HWY. •3 EAST. EXETER as the congregational groups at St. John's By -The -Lake Anglican Church and the Or- pha Club of Grand Bend. Two of her grandchildren, Colleen and Patricia (Sharen) graduated from Grand Bend Public school. Two younger grandchildren, Andrew and Jenny (Sharen) are now at the school. The fund will be ad- ministered by committee members Peter Haist, manager of Sunshine Village IGA snd a former pupil of Mrs. Sharen; Sid Fletcher, principal of Grand Bend Public School and Judd Bumstead, manager of the Grand Bend branch of the Toronto Dominion Bank The bursary is intender' to assist a deserving Grand Bend Public School student in further education after graduation from the school. Contributions will be received and deposited in the special fund at Toronto Domi- nion Bank. Get assistance Ralph , Ferguson MP for Lambton Middlesex has an- nounced the approval of a Canada works project for Happy Days campground in Grand Bend. The project, which is being funded by the government of Canada for $10,000.00, in- volves the renovations of the Happy Days Campground motel and improvements to the campground sites and facilities. Ferguson stated "This pro- ject will enhance tourist development in the area and is consistent with the regional strategy for tourism develop- ment. Improved motel and campground facilities will en- courage more tourists to stay and spend their money in and around Grand Bend.. The en- tire business community should benefit from this project." The project includes renovation of the interior of the motel, installation of new roof' and doors, repair and upgrading of plumbing and electrical services and clear- ing and landscaping of camp- ground sites. Ferguson added that this project is to commence short- ly and will provide needed employment this winter and in the future. Beaver News On December 12 the 1st Grand Bend Beaver Colony held their Christmas meeting. There were only 16 present as there was a concert the same night. Santa Claus paid a visit and talked to each beaver, leaving them a bag of goodies. The boys took home a bird - feeder, which they had made themselves at a previous meeting. There will be no meetings until January 2. Merry Christmas and Hap- py New Year to all our kits and busy Beavers from your leaders, Hawkeye, Rainbow, Tic -Tac Malak, Rusty, and Bubbles. Atom hockey News The Parkhill Jets started their season with a 10-1 vic- tory over Watford. In the first 1pes =a au z is a s'a vo E744 tvls avct v(tvu 9v wn s7o met eon eves ves clan ves ryes emeves Regular Hours Sun.- Thurs. 111.00 a.rn. to 10'00 p.m.) Fri. Sot. Christmas is the season for children and family. We hope this holiday season finds you and your loved ones healthy and happy. Thank you for your patronage • Boxing Day (Open) 11:00 o.m. to 10:00 p.m. • New Year's Eve (11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) (11:00 a m. to 1:00 p.m.) • New Year's Day (OPEN) S Christmas Hours • Christmas Eve ( 11 o.m to 6:00 p.m.) • Christmas Day (CLOSED) a c period, three goals were scored by Brad Page with two and Jason Desjardine with seven, assisted by Andy Hicks and Billy Jennison. Matthew Anderson, Page and Brad Allen from Hicks notched the two goals in the second period. In the third, Brad Allen from David Maguire; then Maguire scored from Allen's assist. Daniel Kuster- mann, made it 8-1 on a pass from Jason Desjardine; while Matt Anderson notched his se- cond of the evening from Page, Shane Green scored on a pass from Maguire to end the game. Scott McGregor scored the only Watford goal. On Nov. 6, the Jets tied Strathroy Canadians 4-4 with goals by Billy Jennison, Daniel Kustermann and Andy Hicks. On Nov. 12 the Jets downed Strathroy Can. 8-1, with goals scored by Billy Jennison, Shane Grein, Brad Page, An- dy Hicks and two goal efforts each by David Maguire and Daniel Kustermann. Nov. 30, the Jets played against the Parkhill Flames and whipped them 6-2. Billy Jennison scored three times, while Andy Hicks, Kuster- mann, and Maguire each scored one. Matt Seely and Jason Desjardine assisted twice each, then Stanley Whitney and Anderson each with one effort. The Flames two goals were scored by Jeff Grenier and Jerry Waters. Thus far, by the good coaching from Gil Royackers and Jack VanAsseldonk, the Parkhill Jets have been undefeated. Lioness club Fifteen members and three guests attended the Lioness meeting, held in the form of a pot luck supper at Donna Hoffman's home in Dashwood. Preceding the supper, Lioness president, Karen Wallen, chaired a short business meeting. The first of the "Movies for kids," spon- sored by the Lioness club, will by held at Grand Bend Public School on the afternoon of January 21 titled "Herbie rides again." In the social time court whist was played. Winners were: high Karen Wallen; low Jean Johnston. A draw for a turkey was won by Joyce Morden. A gift exchange was enjoyed by all with Santa, in person, to hand out the gifts. Womens Institute Guest speaker at the Womens Institute meeting Thursday afternoon in the Sunday school rooms of the United Church, was Sandra Schroeder of Dashwood area, a recent graduate of the Alzner Institute of Flexoi.,t;y and deep muscle therapy. Sandra showed pictures to represent her talk. She said pressure points representing different organs in the body St. John's Parish hall will be are found especially In your open each Wednesday after - feet, and with proper massage it is a relaxing, drugless therapy. She was thanked by Karen Woods. The meeting opened by singing the Institute Ode and all repeating Mary Stewart Collect. A moment's silence was observed in memory of a deceased member, Mrs. Jean Sharen. Nineteen members and two visitors answered the roll call - to stand up and demonstrate an exercise. The topic for this meeting tas family and consumer af- faits. Past president Brenda Love chaired the business meeting and spoke on the motto, Participation, exer- cises to tone every part of the body. Brenda spoke of research and the benefits of daily exercise. Did you know? given by Lillian Brown was facts and prices from the dirty '30s. Karen Woods had a table 01 Christmas decorations on display, which she explained and demonstrated, and she :f s•a: }_ also conducted a Christmas quiz. Jeanne Kading gave a Christmas reading, "True gifts of Christmas." Brenda Love reported on the District Directors meeting held in Hensall this fall. Lunch hostesses were Olive Webb, Jeanne Kading and Minnie Curts. Legion news There were 20 dart players out Tuesday at the Legion. Winners were Bob Hamilton and Dee Rath- runners up were Bob Chapdelaine and Olga Tataren. There were five tables of euchre in play Friday night. Winners were: ladies high, Ina Russell; men's high Wray Sweitzer; ladies' low Jn Churches observe festive season GCha avers; men's low Vern The euchre parties will of apples is to be sent to the resume again on January 6. home for retarded in Upcoming Legion events at Thedford. Grand Bend. January 1 New During the social time, Year Levee 2 to 5 p.m.; organist Paul Dietrich played January 2 general meeting for a sing song and games of 8:30 p.m.; January 6 euchre cards were played. Delicious party; January 7 Zone darts lunch refreshments closed a beginning, at 12 noon; happy evening. Next meeting January 14 cribbage begins will be January 16 at again at 2:30 p.m. Pinedale. Legion members and dart Church of God news players wish Bob Hedley a Rev. John Campbell's speedy recovery. He is theme on Sunday morning recovering at home with was, "He gave himself oh three cracked ribs. what glory!". The scripture Southcott Pines news passages were from Isaiah George Rocke, Grand 40:1-5 and Luke 2:8-16. He Oaks, believes in seat belts. gave him that we may ex- He escaped injury on the Air perience His glory. Let there Canada flight from Trinidad be no mistake who should Nov. 23, which dropped 1,000 receive the glory - God is God, feet from turbulence over the this is not just for the Carolinas, but many others shepherds and wise men, but didn't. George is doing con - for everyone. suiting work for the Trinidad The music special was a telephone network. solo by Marilyn MacGregor The George Coyles recent - titled "Because of who you ly moved from Riverside to are." The Christ birthday of- their new Viceroy home on fering was received and will Grand Oaks. Unfortunately, go to missions. George has since been main - At the evening service the ed to Exeter hospital and Sunday school children had would welcome visits from their program with the Bible friends. Mountaineers and Award winners at the re- Beaconaires participating. A cent Grand Bend area soccer film on "The stable boys banquet included David Christmas," was shown. O'Connor, Rob Humer, Cullen After a gift exchange all went Kobe, Jeff Lingard. downstairs for fellowship and Personals lunch refreshments. During the winter months .�Hwy. No. 11, South 2 minutes from main$ g, intersection 238-8330, Grand Bend We doitright at _e_ �r� 0 rsrosou•md•au.ataoo•ors•and.adsosesoroorootoosisousoii•okoosistdi sos•aus%Attw.1o•os.auasossi..vo•ve • ALHAMBRA — The Grond Bend Alhambra Caravan recently donated a compressor valued at $2,295 to Arc Industries at Dashwood to be used in the woodworking program. Above, foreman Harry Stuart and executive director Don Campbell accept the cheque from Phil Walker, Bill Vandenberk, Gerry Von Bruaene, Gerry Backx and Jim Dalton. T -A photo Eighteen Church of God Congratulations to Michael was Psalm 24, read youths with leaders went Aller. Masse, son of Gerry and responsively. tobogganing last Saturday Elizabeth (Vermunt) who Rev. R. Peebles sermon afternoon at Mr. and Mrs. was received into the Catholic topic was, "They saw, heard John Steckle's near Goderich. community this past week at and acted," with scripture After the outing all enjoyed a the Sacrament of baptism. readings from Judges 6:7-18 turkey supper at the Congratulations to Joshua and Luke 2:8-32. Rev. Peebles Steckle's. Vermeulen who received message was about the Rev. and Mrs. John Camp- Jesus for the first time in Ho- shepherds and pow these bell travelled to Anderson, In- ly Communion at the 11 a.m. events changed their lives diana last Thursday, where mass, Sunday. completely. John attended a mission Welcome to the following First they saw - a sudden board meeting for Church er newly recieved parishioners, light of Heaven shining down, God, and they both were 'Mr. and Mrs. J. Speake, Mr. second they heard - the good guests at a•special Christmas -and 'Mrs. D...MacLachlan, news that The Saviour, the supper that included staff, Mr. and Mrs. M. Chalut, Mr. Messiah had been born, third' mission board members and and Mrs. Van Osch, Mr. and they acted - they went to returned missionaries. Mrs. T. Breuer and Annette Bethlehem and found 'Mary A program followed the Thibeault. and Joseph and baby Jesus. meal. Mrs. Campbell Please note that next Satur- Rev. Peebles said work and presented a cheque for world day night, Christmas eve, worship go together, we hunger relief in the amount of that mass will begin at 7:15 should trust and believe God. $269.97, from church p.m., preceded by a carol ser -Catholic Womens league members saving grocery vice so come early. There will The Catholic Womens tapes. There were 16 mis- be two masses 9 and 11 a.m. League met Dec. 6 at the sionaries from various areas on Christmas day. Alhambra hall with 24 in at of the world at this meeting. This past week both St. tendance with husbands as Catholic Church news Boniface and Mount Carmel guests fora Christmas party. The celebrant for Sunday's schools held excellent con- President Antoinette mass was' the pastor Father (•erts for Christmas. It sound- Pachlarz chaired a short R. Morrissey. There wa. a ed so good to hear the parents business meeting. It was guest, Father Van Zuphthen so proud of their children. decided to go ahead with who delivered the sermon, The Catholic Womens plans for a display case for "Christmas is for children". League have available, at the the back of the church. The We have heard that so often back of the church, many fine pennies for Eskomi mission but it is so untrue. Christmas religious articles for sale. totalled $74.00. It was decided is for everyone, especially They make, excellent to donate fruit baskets to shut adults. Christmas gifts. ins and sick folks. The whole story is much Anglican Church news A donation of $75.00 was more complex, much deeper At the Sunday morning ser- voted to the Lioness club for and more meaningful than vice at St. John's Anglican, needy families, and a bushel first glance; one can read Rev. Jim Sutton spoke of classical work by great Joseph's faith in the angel of authers and exhaust their the lord's instructions in Mat - meaning after several thew 1:18-25. readings, hut the Bible was Sometimes it is difficult to inspired by God and can be follow God's directions, but reread over a lifetime and with such faith as Joseph par- I still find new meaning and trayebeeastter undan inspiration we fresh inspiration. mayunderstand where We haven't begun to we fit into God plan. scratch the surface, therefore Coffee hostess following the we must celebrate each service was Mrs. Mary Christmas in our hearts, Wallen reborn with the baby Jesus. United Church news for every year Christmas is The United Church service fresh and new in the lives of opened with a hymn sing of our souls. carols. The call to worship noon for anyone wishing to drop in for games or visiting, courtesy of the Parks and Recreation board of Grand Bend. Sincere sympathy is ex- pressed to the family and grandchildren of Mrs. Helen Jean Sharen, who passed away Tuesday, Dec. 14, at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital. Funeral service was conducted by Rev. J. Sutton, at St. John's Anglican Church on Thursday, December 15. A number of United Church women met Friday morning at the church where they packed 25 boxes for sick and shut ins, and delivered them. Jim Kennedy, of Calgary, Alberta and friend Dr. Teri Rheaume, an internist at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, visited friends in Thornbury and with Jim's parents, Clarke and Irene Kennedy. Presently, Dr. Rheaume is visiting her mother in Ottawa, and Jim accompanied by his dad is in California where Jim had two interviews in San Francisco and Los Angeles to attend. Sincere sympathy of this community is expressed to Miss Beatrice Wilson, of Grand Cove Estates, in the death of her sister Miss Grace Wilson, at University Hospital, London, on December 15. Funeral ser- vice was conducted by Rev. R. Peebles at 3 p.m. Sunday, December 18. Interment at Fairview cemetery, Niagara Falls on Tuesday, December 30. Lorne and Loreen Devine visited a day last week with Harold and Edith Widrick, at Zurich. Twenty members of Mrs. Greta Luther's family in- cluding grand and great grandchildren met Saturday December 10 for a pre - Christmas meal at Pinedale. After the dinner they all gathered at Greta's home for visiting and gift giving. Fami- ly members attended from Toronto, London and Grand Bend. To readers of this news col- umn, next week I shall be writing my last newsletter for the Grand Bend area. Your new correspondent will be Lynne Desjardine, phone 238-8768, I fops you`remernTer"fo phone Lynne with your per- sonal news, reports of meetings, and church news, beginning January 1. Annie Morenz- Marius & Steven Martens Brick 8 Stone Masons RR 2, Grand Bend HOLIDAY CXEtlfa!ER May the joys of Christmas follow you throughout the coming year . 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