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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1982-11-24, Page 6A6 - THE HURON EXPOSITOR, NOVEMBER 24, 1982 ssels Post ,BY RON WASSINK Brussels' oldest resident, Jack Riley, will celebrate S milestone in his life, Sunday, his 100tH birthday. A resident - of the Callander nursing home, in Brussels for the past eight years, Mr. Riley was born on November 28, 1882 on his parents' farm located on the McKillop-Hullett township boundary: • A son of Benjamin Riley and Annie Wright. Jack began his career as a stone mason. During the first world war. he was employed at the Bell Engine Works in Seaforth, when the factory was converted to the production off military shells. In 1909, he married Elizabeth Wright of McKillop township. His wife was no relation to his mother's family. Mrs. Riley died at the age of 89 on February 7, 1973. The couple raised a family of 10. Seven survive, including Cliff of Brussels; Evelyn, Calgary; Irene and Margie. of Stratford, Gilbert, Grand Valley; Ferguson of Wingham and Oliver of Wroxeter. Oldest son, Cliff, aged 72 says 16 years separates him and his youngest brother Oliver. Three sisters, Winniffred, Jean and Irma are deceased. Following the war. the Riley family moved to Brussels in 1923 and Jack has been a resident of the village ever since. Up until he was 73 years of age, he was employed with various businesses, including a sawmill in Brussels, Charlie Davidson's Dray Service and at Thompson's Apple Orchard. The orchard is now owned by Lewis Cardiff. -Son Cliff says his fathee, although he has lost a leg to diabetes, "still plays the odd game of cards and bingo. He used to read a lot." Cliff said his father's hearing and eye sight "is pretty good for being 100." Although he is a centenarian, Jack is also a grandfather of 34. He also has 25 great- grandchildren and 13 great -great-grand- children. "1 can't keep track of them all," exclaimed Cliff. JACK RILEY Family holds early C Correspondent MRS. MAC ENGEL 887-6645 The Cranbrook W.I. met at the home of Mrs. Bert van Donkersgoed with 14 mem- bers present and four guests. The business was con- ducted by Mrs. Frank Work - The W.I. was asked to cater to the O.F.A. annual dinner meeting at Cranbrook Hall on Dec. 8. Mrs. Clare Veitch and Mrs. Van Donkersgoed will be going to a workshop, Dec. 9 at Holmesville, 'More Sense than Dollars', by O.M.A.F. This course will be available to all ladies of the community at a later date. Mrs. Tom Baker and Mrs. Leslie Knight presented a program c- producer -con - JACK CONNELL As a result of an accident, on Thursday. November 18. John (Jack) Alexander Con- nell. of Minto township died in his 20th year. The son of Marilyn and Murray Hoover. RR3, Brussels and James and Audrey Connell of Minto township, he was the brother of Kenneth and Murray. both of Minto township and Carol Ann Connell of RR3. Brussels and grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Peden Connell of Minto township and Velma (Mrs. Sheldon Mann) of Gerrie. He is also survived by five aunts, five uncles and fifteen cou- sins. He rested at the Hardy Funeral Home. Harriston un- til Sunday. November 21, when funeral services were held from the Palmerston United Church. Interment followed in Palmerston ceme- te MARGARET BREWER Margaret Lucille Brewer died in Wingham and district Hospital on Saturday, No- vember 20. in her 65th year, She was the wife of the late John Clifford Brewer of RR4. Wingham. who predeceased her in 1919. A resident of the first concession of Morris town- ship. Mrs. Brewer was a past president of the Brussels Legion Ladies Auxiliary. She was predeceased by her par. ents. John Vincent and Addie Taman, She is survived by children, Nancy. Mrs. Frank Wettlauf- er. of RR 1. Gorrie, Clifford of Milton. Fred of R114. Wing - ham and Leslie of RRS, Brussels and by 18 grand- children. The late Mrs. Brewer was the sister of Ruth McDiarmid of Hamilton, Mae Hutton of Wingham. Helen. Mrs. Herman McPhee of Guelph. Norman of RR1. sumer relations. The Decem- ber meeting will be a Christ- mas dinner on Dec. 2 at 12:30. CARD PARTY Twleve tablesplayed at the card party on Nov. 12 in the Community Centre. Following were the winners; high lady- Mildred Gill; low lady- Carley Ezewski; high man- Wilfred Strickler; low man- Mike Cummings; tone hands- Yvonne Knight; lucky table No. four- tally prize - Beryl Smith. There will be another euchre on Friday evening, Nov. 26 at 8:30. • PERSONALS Mrs. Sam Beirnes, Lis- towel, spent several days with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Conley. Mr. and Mrs. Pete van Bookel and family, Innerkip, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. John Vanass and Mr. and Mrs. Clare Veitch visited with their son-in-law and daughter, Patrick and Mrs. Adams and daughter, Maureen at Manotick. Rev. Don McInnis of Alberta was the minister in Knox Church on Sunday morning, Nov. 21. The Terpstra families had an early Christmas get to- gmeter in the Community Centre on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Sid Barnes, Mr. and Mrs. Robin Clay and boys, all of London; enjoyed a birthday dinner with Mrs. Ida Godon on Sunday, Nov. 21. You are reminded of the card party in the Community Centre on Friday night at 8:30. Ladies please bring NiaW©ffifieg I wish to send a sincere THANK YOU to all those who supported me at the polls on Nov. 8 Eric Prescott Londesboro and Clare of Londesboro. The late Mrs. Brewer rest- ed at the M.L. Watts Funeral Home, Brussels Chapel until Tuesday. November 23 when funeral service was conduct- ed byi' Pastor Bob Perry. Interment followed in Brus- sels cemetery. The Brussels Royal Cana- dian Legion Ladies Auxiliary held a memorial service, Monday evening, November 21. Pallbearers were Glenn Bridge, Bill Elston. Toni MacFarlane, Al Nichol, Wal- ter Bewley and Bob Fraser. Flower bearers included Gene Dillow, Jean, Bridge, Doreen Rutledge and Kay Duncan. MARJORIE E. WIGI3TMAN Mrs. Marjorie Wight - man of Welland died in Santa Barbara, California, on Nov- ember 8, 1982, after a brief llness. She was the former Marjorie E. Hoover, daught- er of the late Henry Hoover and Lillian Campbell. She was born in Pigeon, Michi- ggaann but moved with her fa.iily to Grey Township in 1914. She later attended Brus- sels Continuation School. In June 1926, she was married to Norman R. Wightman in Blyth. They resided in Lon- don. Timmins and Gore Bay before moving to Welland in 1939. She is survivied by a daughter (Patricia) Mrs. Norman Drummond; a son, Dr. Robert Wightman of Landon; a sister, Mrs. Vera Ens of Santa Barbara; a brother, Everett of Sarasota, Florida and by six grand- children. She was pre- deceased by her husband, Norman R. Wightman in 1974. A memorial service was held on November 13 in Central United Church, Welland. w res. mor ® . MI" I, s ri 1 1 1 FREE ESTIMATES 1 1 Donald G. Ives BERG Sales -Service Installation 1 1 1 1 • Barn Cleaners • Bunk Feeders • Stabling R.R. fi2, Myth Phone: 1 B-rutwelis 887-9024 .1 17r®.®r®.®r aM,� 5 1 5 1 1 1 5 1 Let us cater fo your Christmas Party BOOK YOUR PARTY NOW! Large or small. we cater to all Book now for your fall occasions Priced to suit every budget tr-MC=tAQdtOttOt Hot or Cold Dinners and Light Buffets We rater to all wedt...,gs' Our reputation speaks for itself, ask others We go anywhere Talk to Bill to discuss various options and suggestions Olympia Restaurant OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Brussels S, 7-6914 1 rist lunch. It is sponsored by the Hall Board and W.I. The Western Ontario Prov- incial Assembly was held Nov. 19 and 20 in the Waterloo Motor Inn and hosted by Huron District Council of the Canadian For- esters. The project for this Assembly donated 83360.00 to the Listowel Memorial Hospital to help install a monitor and a patient lift for the intensive care unit. A memorial service was held on Friday evening and put on by Court Facination, Benmiller. Saturday was the 23rd Prov- incial Assembly meeting and banquet. One hundred and fifty nine attended the ban- quet. A social time was enjoyed both evenings with Please turn to page 7 ASSIFIED 1 Coming Events The familyof Mr. and Mrs. Melville Jcklin cordially in- vite all friends, neighbours and relatives to honour their parents on their 50th wedding anniversary at ilii' + Open House at the parents' home in Brussels on Dec. 5, 1982 from 2-5 p.m. Your presence is a lasting gift. No gifts please. 1-85-2 DAY TRIPS: Simcoe lights and Coyle's, Wednesday, Dec. 8; Toronto -Thursday, Dec. 2. Phone Helen Mc- Burney Nicholson Bus Lines, 357-3424. 1-85-1 7 Situations Wanted WOULD like to babysit small children in my own home. Brussels. 887-6259. 7-84-1 15 Property for Rent 200 acres for rent in Brussels area. Phone 887-6116.15-85-2 3 bedroom house. 3 blocks off main street. Available Dec. 14, 1982. Apply.887-6698. 15-85-1 24 Card of Thanks We would like to thank friends, neighbours and rela- tives for flowers, cards and visits during our stay in hospital. Your thoughtful- ness will never be forgotten. Gayle and Sara Speiran 24-85-1 Remember/ It takes but a moment to place an Ex- positor Want Ad. Dial 527-0240. To the Electors of Brussels Thank -you for your support on November 8. 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