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The Wingham Advance Times, 1995-05-03, Page 10JOTHE MHO ADIIANGETIHES MUM NAY I ON obituaries BILNEY--At Braemar Retirement Centre, Wingham, on Friday, April 28, 1995, Mrs. Esther Mary Bilney of Turnberry Estates, RR 3, Wing - ham, passed away in her 82nd year. The former Esther Kruse, she was the beloved wife of the late John T. Bilney, who predeceased her on Jan. 17 of this year. There is one sister surviving, Mrs. Fred (Gertrude) Pile ,of Wil- lowdale, as well as one niece, Kath- ryn Wade' and two nephews, Ste- phen and Alan ,Pile. Mrs. Bilney was predeceased by her parents, Levi and Esther Kruse. Visitation was held at the McBurney Funeral Home, Wing - ham, on Sunday, April 30, from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service was held at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Winghani on Monday, May 1, at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Vicars Hodge officiating. Interment in Wingham Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation; the Alzhei- mer Society or the charity of your choice would be appreciated as ex- pressions of sympathy. HOUGHTON --Mrs. Helen Houghton of Wingham passed away on Monday, May 1, 1995, at Wingham and District Hospital. The former Helen Rose Phelan, she was the beloved wife of the late R. Leonard Houghton, who prede- ceased her in 1981. Mrs. Houghton was the dear mother of Peter and Suzette of La 'Salle, Ont. and Leonard and Sharon of East Wawanosh Township. She ' also is survived by her daughter-in- law, Shirley Houghton of Green- wood, N.S. Mrs. Houghton was the sister of Peter Phelan of St. Catha- rines and Thomas Houghton and his wife Lois of Kitchener. Also surviving are nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Helen Houghton was prede- ceased by her son, Frank (Red) Houghton, in 1976; her parents, John and Mary Phelan; sisters An- toinette Lyman and Marjorie Lloyd and brothers John and Frank Phe- lan. Visitation was held at the McBurney Funeral Home, Wing - ham, on Tuesday, May 2, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of the Chris- tian Burial will be celebrated at Sa- cred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Wingham, today, Wednes- day, May 3, at 11 a.m. Rev. Father Joseph Nevett officiating. Inter- ment in Wingham Cemetery. A parish vigil service was held in the funeral home on Tuesday at 8 p.m. Memorial donations to the Cana- dian Cancer Society would be ap- preciated as expressions of sympa- thy. Ridley. She rested at the Betts Vistiation Centre, Gorrie, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. last Thursdays April 27, where the funeral service was held Friday, April 28, at 2 p.m. Inter- ment in Wroxeter Cemetery. Pallbearers were ' Cam Edgar, Barry Adams, Ron Douglas, Gor- don Kaster, Lisa Shipman and Sherry Davidson. Rev. J. Rea Grant officiated at the service. In remembrance, donations to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foun- dation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. HUPFER--Vernon Hupfer, former- ly of Wroxeter and Brussels, passed away on Friday, April 28, 1995, at the Braemar Retirement Centre, Wingham, in his 87th year. Born on the family farm in Turn - berry, Mr. Hupfer farmed most of his life in the township and later helped out at the Brussels Sales Barns. He was a member of the Brussels United Church. Mr. Hupfer was the dear husband of the late Ruth McDonald. He• is survived by his sister, Evelyn Hup- fer of Wingham, three nieces, two nephews and two step -daughters. Mr. Hupfer was predeceased by his sisters and brothers, John, Mary and Ada Hupfer, Katie Griffith, Elva and Lloyd Hupfer, Annie McMichael, Harry Hupfer and Or - villa McCutcheon, as well as his parents, Robert and Magdalena Hupfer. Visitation was held at. the McBurney Funeral Home, Wing - ham, on Saturday, April 29, from 2 to 4 p.m. The funeral service was conducted in the funeral home on Sunday-, April 30, at 2 p.m. Rev. Cameron McMillan officiated. In- terment in Wroxeter Cemetery. Pallbearers were Ronald and Glenn McMichael, Lloyd Lamont, Lloyd Wheeler, Les Douglas and Murray Mulvey. Memorial donations to the Alz- heimer Society would be appreciat- ed as expressions of sympathy. TOFTING--Harry. C. Tofting, for- merly of Wingham, passed away at Grand River Hospital, K -W Health Centre, on Thursday, April 27, 1995, age 62 years. He was a for- mer resident of the David Fisher Residence. Harry was born in Wingham, a son of the late Dagmar and Chris- tian Tofting. He enjoyed working at the Kinsmen Centre in Kitchener. Harry was the dear brother of Mary and her husband, George Balser, of Waterloo. He is also fondly remembered by three nieces, Deborath, Shari and Rhonda; three great-nephews, Scott, Mark and Steven and his extended family at the David Fisher Residence. Harry's family received friends at the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, 171 King Street in Waterloo from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 29. The funeral service was held in the chapel of the funeral home on Sunday, April 30, at 3 p.m. with Rev. Alan Shantz officiating. Inter- ment in Wingham Cemetery. Donations to the Grand River Hospital, K -W Health Centre, would be appreciated as expres- sions of sympathy. WILSON --Mrs. I. Lenore Wilson of Turnberry Estates, Wingham, passed away on Monday, April 17, 1995, at Wingham and District Hospital. She was in her 92nd year. The former Ida Lenore Griffith, she was the beloved wife of James R. Wilson. Mrs. Wilson was the dear mother of Graham and Marion Telehus of RR 1, Gorrie. She also is survived by four grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Mrs. Wilson is survived by her brother, Lloyd Griffith of Belmore. She was predeceased by her hus- band Michael Telehus and her brother, Gordon Griffith. A private, graveside service was held .at' Wroxeter Cemetery on Tuesday, April 18, with Rev. John P. Vaudry officiating. Twenty-one confirmed Teeswatel's United Church celebrates with service The Wingham United Church re- ceived 21 young people into mem- bership in a ceremony of confirma- tion at a recent Sunday morning service. Twenty had been part of a Grade 8 confirmation class, under the di- rection of Rev. J. Rea Grant, since last September.''They were as fol- lows: Lindsay Baier, Christopher Cameron, Steven Carter, Jennifer Cardiff, Courtnee Chambers, Dana Davies, Jacquelyn Elston, Sjaan Gerth, Jordan Hicks, Christine Kerr, Janet Lisle, Matthew Merk- ley, Deborah Pike, Jennifer Pike, Melissa Rhodes, Curtis Ritchie, Erin Robinson, Jaime Schiestel, Bradley Wright and Janine Wright. In addition, Elizabeth Black of the teen class also was confirmed. Florence Reavie, chairman of the worship, music and membership committee, introduced the candi- dates to the congregation at the out- set and presented certificates at the conclusion of the confirmation, while Ken Wood, secretary of the official board, gave the young peo- ple Bible bookmarks and welcomed each one into the Church. Gary Lisle, who opened the ser- vice with a time of congregational singing, provided assistance for the Grade 8 class from time to time throughout the year. Vicki Gerth, mother of Sjaan Gerth, sang tht Lord's Prayer at the conclusion ol. the pastoral prayer during °the morning worship. The Wingham United Church Sunday School once again held a successful Easter breakfast with ap- proximately 165 in attendance. A profit of $425 'was realized from the event which, along with just over $400 from special gift boxes given out to students, will go to- ward the United Church of Cana- da's World Development, Service and Relief Fund. After the breakfast, people were invited to remain in the Sunday School Room for a program featur- ing a number of vocal selections by Phil Main, who provided his own guitar accompaniment and Andrea Grant, who also accompanied him on the clarinova, an electric piano - organ brought down from the sanc- tuary. A large attendance was on hand for the 11 a.m. service of worship on Easter Sunday. The junior choir, directed by Brenda Schedler and accompanied by Andrea Grant, fill- ing in for Sara Matthews, sang "The Angel Rolled the Stone Away". The senior choir, directed by or- ganist Neil Murray, sang "Christ the Lord Is Risen Today" with a solo part being taken by Joyce Mill- er, a member of the soprano section of the choir. In his time with the children, Mr. Grant talked about a dozen ceramic Easter eggs which were on display and have been donated to the Church by Mr. and Mrs. Peter Laird, RR 1, Wingham. The sanctu- ary was beautifully decorated by many flowers placed there in mem- ory of loved ones by family mem- bers and friends. In addition to the above- mentioned eggs, the Church also has been presented with a large wood inlay picture showing the head of Christ at the Last Supper, crafted and donated by Jack Simp- son of RR 1, Wingham. The picture is made of 95 pieces cut from dif- ferent kinds and shades of wood, assembled within a frame and fin- ished in natural color. This will be permanently displayed in the Sun- day School room of the church. Soundsation to perform in Palmerston TEESWATER - "Soundsation" is a musical experience that you won't want to miss. This talented group of up to 100 from Teeswater, has spellbound grandma and grandpa, tots and teens and everyone in be- tween. The choir sings and• dances its way into people's hearts, covering every era and flavor of music imag- inable. The light show and stage band alone are fantastic. The Palmerston Skating Club is very fortunate to be hosting a Soundsation concert on Saturday, June 17, at Norwell District Secon- dary School. Two shows will be of- fered -- a matinee at 2 p.rn. and an evening performance at 8 o'clock. Soundsation gives only limited performances and has sold out in every community in which it has played. Tickets are available in Pal- merston at Askett's Appliances, Deb's Hair Design or Hair by Carla or by calling 343-5040 or 343- 3812. This is a guaranteed "feel good" fundraiser. Goforth Auxiliary meeting &sse1s Growth of faith meeting topic At 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 18, Helen Daugherty welcomed a large crowd to the Easter meeting of the Goforth Auxiliary at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Wingham. Lycille Wood opened the eve- ning with a poem on the resurrec- tion. A selection of Easter hymns and choruses, led by Catherine MacDonald and accompanied . by Lorraine Clugston, was joyfully sung. Following a prayer, Mrs. Daughtery introduced the guest speaker -soloist for the meeting, Lynn Bullock of Harriston. Mrs. Bullock, a teacher and elder in her Church, spoke on "The Calvary Ex- ' perience" and why we need it. As she spoke onrthe growth in faith that can take place best in the midst of hardship and suffering, she interspersed her thoughts 'with ap- propriate messages in song. She closed her talk bysharing a very personal story of guilt and forgive- ness, highlighting the creativity of God's love. Marie Phillips thanked the speak- er. The reading of an Easter poem preceded the collection, offering and prayer. The president, Audrey McKague, announced that to date 75 pairs of eyeglasses have been collected and donated to Third World Countries. The "March of Fines" was collected, proving a useful exercise in counting up some of the many blessings which God. has bestowed upon members. The Pioneer Women's Evening is coming up on Tuesday, May 9, at St. Andrew's. The speaker for this event will be Amy Dempsey of Pio- neer Women's Ministries. • A time of fellowship followed. Parishoners return for homecomin BELGRAVE--Many former pari- shoners returned to Trinity Angli- can Church on Sunday, April 23, MILLAR--Audrey Isabel Millar of Wroxeter passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 1995, at her home in her 66th year. She was the beloved wife of the late Elvin Oakley and the late John Millar. Mrs. Millar was the loved mother of Stan Ridley of Mill- brook, Ruth Adams of Bluevale, Catherine Turner of Wingham, Ian Oakley of Oromocto, N. B. and Tom Millar of Wroxeter. There are eight grandchildren. Mrs. Millar was predeceased by sisters Thelma Rophf and Wilma "Mabel's Moms" met at the home of Mabel Wheeler last Wednesday, April 26.. Those in at- tendance were: Andrea Stevenson, Mathew and- Tyler; Joanne Robin- son, Nicole and Stephanie; Sherry Taylor and Brandon; Lila Procter :and Ben; Linda Hess and Andrew; Annette teRaa, Mitchell and Ja- nelle; Donna Raynard, Trevor and Heidi; Ruth Haines, Brittany and William; I. Melanie Pletch, Megan and Ben. The discussion was based upon respect for elders. Derek Koehler, son of Travis and Janet Koehler, celebrated his sixth birthday last Saturday at McDo- nald's in Hanover. Friends attend- ing were Kyle Jamieson, Brandon Kellington, Christopher Campbell, Trevor McArter, Derek's sister Ta- mara and his mom and dad. Last Sunday, supper guests at the home of Travis and Janet Koehler included John and Marie McIntosh, Heather McIntosh, Rod Jones and Katie Mullin for the celebration of Derek's sixth birthday. Katie Mul- lin •wa$ an overnight guest of Tama- ra Koehler. Visitors at the.home of Jack Van Camp last Sunday were Jackee Van Camp of London; Johanna, Jacob and Nicholas Schurter of Greenock; Kay Van Camp; Johnathan, Ryan and Joshua Van Camp; Norma Davidson of Glencoe and Joel, Ju- lie, Jordan and Jeanine Van Camp. Norma Davidson spent a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Clare Van Camp at Brussels. Mr. and Mrs. Max Pletch of Dry- den spent the past weekend with Max's mother, Thelma Pletch. They also visited with other family members. =Andrea Pletch returned home with her parents after spend- ing the past year at the college in Ridgetown. Weekend guests at the home of Mrs. Pletch were Gibb and Irene Sauve of Willowdale. Mr. and Mrs. David Ireland of Teeswater visited last Sunday eve- ning with Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Stonehouse. Family .members of Beth Procter attended the homecoming service at Trinity Anglican Church, Belgrave, on April 23. Those attending the service included: Mrs. Ron Hill of RR 1, Tavistock; Iris Johnson of London; Mrs. Howard Zettler, Sherry, Amanda and Alicia of RR 4, Walkerton; Mr. and Mrs. Stop - forth of Oakville,. and Alexandria and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Procter, RR 5, Brussels. Later, most family members retumed to Mrs. Procter's for a visit., Bruce and Lenore Elliott of Ar- kona and Gordon and Louise. Elliott of Tavistock and Kaylee Hanlon of Mitchell visited last Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Yuill. Ashley Irwin of Ashfield Town- ship spent last weekend at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. Betty Ir- win. Happy birthday and best wishes from friends and relatives are ex- tended to Darryl Jardin, who cele- brated his birthday last Friday, April 28. The students from Grades 1 to 6 at East Wawanosh Public School thoroughly enjoyed attending the symphony orchestra at The Centre in the Square, Kitchener, last Wednesday, April 26. Donna Raynard held a baby shower for Elaine Scott and baby Peyton Elaine recently. urch Mildred McClenaghan visited re- cently with Mrs. Fern Pollock of. Spruce Lodge in Stratford. Mr. and Mrs. Carl McClenaghan returned home recently from spend- ing the winter in Texas. The community welcomes a new business in the community, operat- ed by John deBoer and Steve Ver- beek. It is a drag line -bulldozer ser- vice. John also is opening a vehicle repair shop at his residence and a portable welder service. tor a homecoming service and sat in the same pews their family mem- bers occupied in years gone by. The rector, Rev. Vicars Hodge, conducted the service of Holy Communion. The organist, Gladys Van Camp, accompanied the sing- ing of old familiar hymns, such as "The Church's One Foundation" and "0 Worship the King". The church was beautifully deco- rated with daffodils, Easter lilies and bouquets in memory of Alex Nethery and members of the Van Camp• family. The scripture lessons were 'read by Glen Van Camp and Nancy Jardin. The warden welcomed everyone and in her remarks, Jean Nethery mentioned the formation of the La- dies' Guild in 1902 with a member- ship of 22 women. At their meet- ings in the early years, Mrs. Nethery noted, the ladies did sew- ing, knitting and quilting. They even raised $100 to pay for the beautiful stained glass window in the chancel, which was installed in 1909. Clare Van Camp recalled the times when there were large Sun- day School classes, young people's groups and an annual garden party and fowl supper. Following the capacity service at the church, a delicious lunch was served at the community centre at which a time of visiting and picture taking was enjoyed..On display was an autographed quilt donated to the Anglican Church Women by Hazel Pelts of Blyth, whose father 'had won it in a raffle in the early 1900s.: There also were old minute books, pictures and a Church history. This Sunday, May 7, Bishop Robert Townshend will officiate at the closing of Trinity Anglican Church at which time it will be amalgamated with St. Paul's Angli- can Church in Wingham, bringing to a close 120 years of witness in Belgrave. Maitland Women's Institute The Maitland Women's Institute met last Tuesday, April 25, at 8 p.m. in the Wingham Town Hall. The president, Helen Daugherty, welcomed everyone and read two poems, "If I Had My Life To Live Over, Would I Change Anything?" and "A Senior's Prayer". The Mary Stewart Collect was Church service planned for VE GORRIE---In recognition and commemoration of D -Day and the Liberation of Holland 50 years ago, a special church service will be held in the Gorrie United Church on June 4 at 11 a.m. An invitation is extended to all Howick veterans and their spous- es, whether they are Legion mem- bers or not repeated and the Opening Ode sung. The regular meeting was con- ducted and all business dealt with, including the annual reports. The annual meeting was held with Mabel Jacklin installing the following slate of officers: past president, Mrs. Daugherty; presi- dent, Ethel Adams; first vice presi- dent, Mrs. Jacklin; second vice, Doris Bushell;. secretary -treasurer, Verna Norgate; assistant secretary - treasurer, Ruth Orien; District director, Mrs. Daugher- ty; public relations, Norma Hamil- ton, Deanna Hollinger; curators, Mrs. Jacklin, Priscilla Bray; pro- gram coordinators, Mrs. Daugherty, • Mrs. Bushell; auditors, Audrie Vath, Martha Heywood; branch di- rectors, Mrs. Hollinger, Geraldine Balser, Mrs. Orien and nominators, branch directors. The new president, Mrs. Adams, then took over the chair. A bus trip was planned for June to Brick - man's Botanical Gardens in Strat- ford. The meeting was adjourned and a delightful lunch served by Mrs. Daugherty and Mrs. Norgate. 0 Mennonite Fellowship BRUSSELS --A fundraising brunch will be held on Saturday, May 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Brus- sels Mennonite Fellowship to raise funds to help Habitat for Humanity, Huron County, build its first home. Habitat for Humanity is a non- profit, non-government organiza- tion dedicated to ensuring that eve- ryone has the opportunity to live in at least a simple, decent home. Habitat invites community groups, such as Churches, service clubs and organizations, to partici- pate with it. Admission to the brunch is a freewill donation. Persons interest- ed in helping with the brunch, or wishing todonate food, may con- tact Yvonne Dettweiler at 887- 6098. Whitechurch achievement celebrations WHITECHURCH - The 4-H achievement night was held last Tuesday, April 25, in the communi- ty hall, starting' at 7:30 p.m. Allison Hackett welcomed the • visitor's, the 4-H Pledge was read and some draws for articles made of plastic and canvass, which the project was based upon, were made. The group of 20 girls and boys helped the mothers and Insti- tute members demonstrrate how to make a plastic and canvass article. Jean Ross, president of the Insti- tute, presented 4-H club members with, their "bars" for this most re- cent project. Sarah Beyersbergen was recognized for having complet- ed 12 projects and Toni Beyersber- gen, Joey and Josh Leeman and Jennifer Moir all have finished 18 projects. Karen Lubbers was presented with a 4-H wrist watch for having completed 24 projects. The Creed was repeated to close the meeting and the group served refreshments. Leaders are Kathleen Elliott and Kathy Moir. Euchre party at Gorrie club GORItIirf-The Gorrie Seniors' "Come Alive Club" held a euchre party recently' with the following winners: high man, Elmer Best; low man, Stanley Hewitt; high lady, Ruby Armstrong; low lady, Grace Browne; draw winners, Elea- nore Dane and Elva Jacques; UNO, May Hyndman. The next seniors' games night will be May 23 at 8:15 in the Gor- rie Town Hall. The next regular meeting is May 9 at 8:15 p.m. The roll call will be bring a started flower slip or a bulb to the meeting. i