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Huron Expositor, 2014-11-05, Page 2424 Huron Expositor • Wednesday, November 5,2014 jOitr*nOinentS.Ca Marking your milestones. 1-888-786-7821 milestones.sun@yourlifemoments.ca Obituaries In Memoriam Thanks Births Celebrations More Cards of Thanks Cards of Thanks LITTLE Five years later and another great birthday party. I would like to thank my wonderful family for all they did and everyone who came and brought their good wishes. Also thanks for gifts and flowers. I appreciated it so much and thankful I am able to be here. - Love Olave MILLER, DAVE The family of the late Dave Miller wish to express our sincere thanks and gratitude to all our relatives, neighbours and friends for prayers, cards, flowers, memorial dona- tions, phone calls and food brought to our homes during this very difficult time. Thanks to Dr. Hay, Dr Sumar and all the staff at Clinton Public Hospital, for your care and compassion will never be forgotten. Also thanks to London Cancer Clinic Nurses and Doctors and also Wingham Cancer Clinic staff for the great care given. Also a very special thanks to my family for providing and setting up the lunch on Mon- day at the Legion. Special thank to Shelley, Kelly, Becky, Laurie and all staff from CCAC for visiting and helping over these past 11 years. To John, Sandy and Ruth from McGlynn Funeral Home for your care, compassion and guidance, it will be re- membered forever. Thanks to the St. James CWL for setting up a delicious lunch at the funeral. Words cannot express our gratitude to Deacon Brian for being there for Dave and our family both at home and in the hospital and also to Father Brian and Deacon Brian for the wonderful service at St. James Church & also the choir. Thanks to the family and friends who were pallbear- ers and flower bearers for Dave. To all my staff at D & D Glass & Mirror for keeping things going while I was away, it is very much appreciated. Last but not least to John Meinen for the awesome & heartfelt eulogy, you were a great friend to Dave and there aren't any words that are enough to thank you. The continued support and car- ing of everyone over the past 11 years is sincerely appreciated and will never be for- gotten. Marg, Barbie & Ryan, Carolyn & Neil, Jon & Becky, Amanda & Brad and David. STOREY I would like to thank my family, friends and neighbours for a great 95th Birthday cele- bration. Also thank you for all the lovely cards, gifts and birthday wishes and maybe we'll do it again in 5 years. - Orville In Memoriams In Memoriams WILBEE, Ian: In loving memory of a won- derful father, grandfather and great grandpa who passed away one year ago on Novem- ber 9, 2013. Remembering you is easy We do it every day, But missing you is a heartache, That never goes away, We hold you tightly in our hearts, And there you shall remain, Life goes on without you But it's never been the same. - Lovingly missed by Carol, Murray, Scott, Erin, Mason, Lacey, Steve & Jaclyn In Memoriams In Memoriams HILDA AUSTIN In loving memory of our Mom, Grandma, and Great -Grandma, Hilda, who passed away nine years ago on November 5, 2005, at 89 years. After the clouds, the sunshine, after the winter, the Spring, after the shower, the rainbow, for life is a changeable thing. After the night, the morning, bidding all darkness to cease, after life's cares and sorrows, the comfort and sweetness of Peace. Rest in Peace, Mom. Love you and miss you. From Marlene, Bruce and Family WILBEE: In memory of lan Wilbee who passed away one year ago, Nov. 9th. Father and Grandfather We found a picture of you that we had not seen in a while, We held it gently in our hands, lost for a moment in your smile. - Loving you always, Brian Wilbee, Keith, Gloria, Kevin and Mark Wilbee Marion de Vries to leave Blyth Festival The Blyth Centre for the Arts has announced that Marion de Vries's contract for the position of artistic director is not being renewed after it expires Oct. 31. A search committee led by the board of directors will begin an immediate search for a new artistic director for the Blyth Festival. During her tenure with Blyth, Ms. de Vries has contrib- uted a great deal of energy and passion to the Festival and Canadian theatre. Her musical Kitchen Radio, co -composed with David Archibald, was a critical and box office hit dur- ing Blyth's artistically exciting and successful 40th season. De Vries leaves expressing deep appreciation for the talent and hard work of the 40th Season Company of art- ists, crew, staff and volunteers. She loves Blyth Festival and Blyth Centre for the Arts and extends best wishes for the future. For their part, the board of directors wishes Marion every success in her future artistic endeavors. "Music, Laughter...and all that jazz" at Huron County Playhouse in 2015 Special to the Expositor Seven productions will take centre stage at Huron Country Playhouse in Grand Bend with an ambitious 2015 Season of "Music, Laughter ... and all that jazz!" "This season promises to be remembered for years to come," says artistic director Alex Mustakas. "We have planned a season full of magi- cal moments, complete with Broadway blockbusters, heart- warming comedies, nostalgic musical tributes, and lots of family fun. Tickets are on sale now exclusively to Members, fol- lowed by groups and subscrib- ers on Mon., Nov. 10 and the general public on Dec. 1 just in lime for the holidays. Huron Country Playhouse: Mainstage The 2015 Season kicks off with the most popular musical in Canadian history, Anne of Green Gables, on stage June 11 to June 27. Journey to the shores of Prince Edward Island and follow the misadventures of Anne Shirley, a freckle - faced, red-haired orphan who will immediately capture your heart with her irrepressible spirit. Next up is the hotly antici- pated production of Chicago, July 2 to July 18. Bob Fosse's energetic; cabaret style musical continues to seduce audiences worldwide. Winner of six Tony Awards, Chicago glitters hyp- notically with brassy songs, astonishing dancing, biting sat- ire, and of course, all thatja77. After a sold -out engagement at the St. Jacobs Country Play- house this fall, Footloose is dancing its way onto the Huron Country Playhouse stage, July 23 to Aug. 8. Based on the beloved 80s movie, Footloose is the feel -good story about a young rebel who inadvertently heals the heart of a small town when he encourages the local youth to defy the strict edict of the local pastor and hold a rock 'n' roll dance. From the creators of last year's sensation, Twist and Shout: The British Invasion, comes another production in the perennially popular Leg- ends series of tribute shows that will put a snap in your fin- gers and a song in your heart. Legends ... of Rock '11' Roll relives the incredible discogra- phy from the 1950s through 1970s that forever changed the landscape of modern music. Such influential acts as Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, The Beach Boys, Elton John, ABBA, and Simon & Garfunkel are celebrated in this tribute to musical pioneers, Aug. 13 to Aug. 29. Huron Country Playhouse II Check in for a weekend of laughs with the lighthearted, racy comedy Sexy Laundry, on stage June 11 to June 27.A cou- ple checks into a swanky hotel room for a romantic getaway, all in the hope of rekindling some much-needed passion - but jumpstarting their stale love life proves infinitely more difficult, and hilarious, than anticipated. Last Chance Romance is a topsy-turvy romantic comedy about the perils of finding "the one It's frothy, fun look at the absurdity of love, will warm your heart and tickle your funny bone. The production runs July 2 to July 18. After the success of last sea- son's production of Peter Pan: The Panto, comes Snow'White: The Panto. In the British Panto tradition where audiences cheer the hero and boo the vil- lain, this lively production boasts a wirming combination of incredible musical numbers, slapstick comedy, outrageous costumes, audience participa- tion, and of course, seven dwarfs. Once again, there will be opportunities for local youth to participate in the pro- duction as members of the Children's Chorus. Audition details will be made available in the New Year. Snow White: The Panto will entertain the- atregoers of all ages July 29 to Aug. 29. Ticket Information Drayton Entertainment offers flexible subscription packages to enable theatrego- ers to book tickets to any per- formance, at any theatre, for any date. When patrons buy tickets to four, five, six, or all seven different productions, they can save close to 25% off the regular ticket price. Regular performance tickets are $42 for adults; $25 for youth under 20 years of age. Tickets for preview performances and groups of 20 or more are $34. To learn more about the benefits of membership, to order tickets or receive a com- plimentary 2015 Theatre Guide, call the Box Office at (519) 238-6000 or toll free at 1-855-DRAYTON (372-9866).