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The Citizen, 2007-05-17, Page 16PAGE 16. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MAY 17, 2007.JEAN CONLEYJean Conley passed awaypeacefully with her family by her side at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Monday, May 7, 2007. She resided in Listowel and was formerly of Atwood. Jean was born 89 years ago in Grey Twp., a daughter of the late William and Henrietta (Pawson) Lowe. She enjoyed playing cards, quilting, crocheting, knitting and was the resident seamstress of Caressant Care Retirement Home. Jean was a former member of Cranbrook Women’s Institute, a former 4-H leader and enjoyed watching local fastball games. She was the beloved wife of the late Jack Conley who predeceased her in 1998. She was the loving mother of Marg and Harvey Clarke of RR1, Atwood, Wilma and Doug Rathwell of Atwood and Doug and Virginia Conley of RR1, Ethel. She was the special nana of 13 grandchildren, two stepgrandchildren, 22 great- grandchildren and two stepgreat- grandchildren. She will also be remembered by stepsister Mildred Douglas of Listowel, stepsisters-in- law Marguerite Beirnes of Listowel, Alice Lowe of Saskatchewan, Ethel Hudson of Listowel and by many stepnieces and nephews. Jean was predeceased by 10 stepbrothers and five stepsisters. Jean’s family invited relatives and friends to share their memories at Peebles Funeral Home, 141 John St., Atwood, on Thursday, May 10 from 2 - 4 p.m. and 7 - 9 p.m. The funeral service was held atMelville Presbyterian Church,Brussels on Friday, May 11 at 11 a.m. Rev. Cathrine Campbell officiated. Interment followed in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Ethel. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to Listowel Memorial Hospital or charity of choice would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged by calling the funeral home at 519-356-2382. MARGARET BETSY (BETTY) ELLIOTT Margaret Betsy (Betty) Elliott passed away peacefully at the Clinton Public Hospital on Monday, May 7, 2007. She was in her 86th year. Betty was the daughter of the late Roderick and Mabel Johnston, Goderich, Ontario. She was the beloved wife of the late Gordon Boyd Elliott and loving mother of the late Bertram Grant Elliott, both of Blyth. They predeceased her in 2001. She was the loving mother to John (Bev) Elliott, Donald (Sandra) Elliott and Betsy (Bryan) Allan, all of Blyth. She will be sadly missed by nine grandchildren and nine great- grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews. Betty is also survived by sister-in-law Dorothy Elliott of Guelph. She was also predeceased by two brothers, Eric and Grant Johnston, four brothers-in-law, Alex, Frank and Bertram Elliott and Lloyd Wettlaufer and two sisters-in-law, Marion Elliott and Gertrude Wettlaufer. At Mrs. Elliott’s request, there was no funeral home visitation. Cremation has taken place and a private family graveside service willbe held at Blyth Union Cemetery.Donations to the Blyth Greenway Memorial Gardens, Clinton Public Hospital Foundation or the charity of one’s choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Elliott Madill Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements. ROBERT EARL HULLEY Robert Earl Hulley of Seaforth passed away at Seaforth Community Hospital on Sunday, May 13, 2007 in his 84th year. He was the beloved husband of Margaret Walker for 50 years, and dear father of Bob and Janet Hulley, Sandy and Ev Robinson, David Hulley and Debbie and Glen Haney. He is survived as well by grandchildren Peggy, Marie, and Heather Hulley, Becky and Greg Hoogenes, Nick, Meagan, Craig Robinson, Rachel, David, and Brian Haney; brothers Frank and wife Betty Hulley, and Bill and wife Pat Hulley and sister Molley Cameron. Mr. Hulley was predeceased by one son Daniel Roger Hulley (1974), his parents Robert and Ella (Drager) Hulley, a brother Melvin and his wife Violet Hulley, and brother-in-law George Cameron. Robert was a member of the Loyal Orange Lodge. Friends were received at the Whitney-Ribey Funeral Home, 87 Goderich St. W., Seaforth on Tuesday, May 15 from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. The funeral service was held on Wednesday, May 16 at 3 p.m. at the Bethel Bible Church, Seaforth. Interment was in Staffa Cemetery.Pallbearers were Ev Robinson,Glen Haney, David Hulley, Robert Hulley, David Haney and Nick Robinson. Flowerbearers were Peggy, Marie and Heather Hulley, Becky and Greg Hoogenes, Meagan and Craig, Robinson, Rachel, and Brian Haney. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Bethel Bible Church or Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation. Condolences may be made at www.whitneyribeyfuneralhome.com R. JOE KERR Joe Kerr of RR2, Bluevale, passed away suddenly on Monday, May 7, 2007. Born in Wingham on Jan. 9, 1952, Joe was in his 56th year. Joe was the loving husband of 33 years of Dolores (Whitby) Kerr. He was the cherished Dad and father-in- law of Kara Daw and husband Shawn of Brussels, Cheryl Riegling and husband Beau of Wingham, and Robert Kerr and his friend Jessica at home. He was the treasured grandpa and “Rascal” of Tory Lynn and Taylor Daw and Allison Riegling. Joe was the dear son of Pauline Dickson of Listowel. He was the dear brother of Ruth Bell of Kitchener and Brian Kerr of Alberta and dear son-in-law of Rhea Whitby of Lucknow. Joe was the dear brother-in-law of Cheryl Loftis and Joe Beylerian of Brampton, Barb Jardine of Wingham, Donald Whitby of Lucknow, Andy and Jackie Whitby of Utica, New York, and Richard Whitby of Lucknow. He was predeceased by his father David.Joe had a strong work ethic andloved his work at the Campbell Company of Canada. He was an employee at the Listowel plant for 38 years. Joe started off working in shipping and receiving and worked his way up to cost accounting. Joe loved playing practical jokes on his co-workers. Joe’s desire to farm started when they bought the farm they have to this day, where he raised broiler chickens for 20 years and enjoyed working the land. Friends were received by the family on Thursday from the Schimanski Family Funeral Home. The funeral service was conducted from St. John’s Anglican Church on Friday, May 11 with Rev. Tom Wilson officiating. Eulogies were given by his children Kara, Cheryl and Robert, and Joe’s nephew and godson, David Bell. A scripture reading was read by his sister Ruth Bell. Pallbearers were Sundip Bajaj, Keith Kerr, Laurie Campbell, Tim Darlow, Dennis Machan and Bob Clarkson. Burial took place in Elma Centre Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, a memorial donation may be made to the Children’s Hospital of Western Ontario or to the Western Ontario Athletic Association “Building for our Future” Fund. Joe will be sadly missed by his family. On-line condolences may be made at www.schimanskifamilyfuneralhome. com Obituaries Business Directory LEE'S SERVICE CENTRE Repairs to all makes & models of cars & trucks Air Conditioning • Car Oiling • Snow Removal 348 Dinsley St., Blyth, Ontario CHRIS LEE: Phone: Bus. 519-523-9151 Res. 519-523-4936 Mon.- Fri.8 am - 5:30 pm; Sat.8 am - 12 noon D & J CONSTRUCTION Jim McDonald 519-887-9607 - COMPLETE MECHANICAL SERVICE - COMPUTERIZED TUNE-UPS - TIRES - BRAKES MUFFLERS - VEHICLE INSPECTION STATION DAN'S AUTO REPAIR Owned and Operated by Dan & Heather Snell RR 3, Blyth, Ont. N0M 1H0 (on the Westfield Rd.) DAN SNELL, Automotive Technician 519-523-4356 COVERING ALL YOUR CARPENTRY NEEDS CASEY BOVEN Blyth 519-523-4757 • New Homes • Replacement Windows & Doors • Renovations • Soffit & Fascia • Decks • Additions • Trim • Hardwood Flooring ELLIOTT NIXON INSURANCE BROKERS INC. BLYTH, ON N0M 1H0 519-523-4481 MEMBER OF HURON INSURANCE MANAGERS GROUP 4 Generations Since 1910 R. John Elliott Res. 519-523-4323 J. Richard Elliott Res. 519-523-9725 Randy Nixon Res. 519-523-4989 McKILLOP MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY 91 Main St., South, Seaforth Office 519-527-0400 1-800-463-9204 FARM, HOME, COMMERCIAL AUTO COVERAGES AGENTS Graeme Craig 519-887-9381 Shannon Craig 519-887-9381 Bob McNaughton 519-527-1571 Donald Taylor 519-482-9976 Banter & Mac Ewan & Feagan Insurance Ltd.519-524-8376 Gaiser Kneale Insurance Brokers Inc.519-482-3401 Thames Insurance Brokers, Exeter 519-235-2211 Cockwell Insurance Brokers 519-356-2216 G.L. Barclay Insurance 519-238-6790 DONALD IVES General Contractor Repairs and Maintenance Brussels 519-887-9024 VANDRIEL Excavating Inc. Simon VanDriel 519-482-3783 We Dig For You Call us for... 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