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The Citizen, 2007-09-13, Page 9THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2007. PAGE 9. The Friday night euchre at the Cranbrook hall was hosted by Raymond and Shirley Kingsley, Neil Hatt and Edna McLellan. There were eight tables at play. Share the wealth was won by Shirley Kingsley and Judy Hahn. Other winners were: travelling lone hand, Judy Hahn; ladies’ high, Leona McDonald; ladies’ low, Linda Minielly; ladies’ lone hands, Beryl Smith and Verna Crawford; men’s high, John Subject; men’s low, Keith Turnbull; men’s lone hands, Murray Hoover and Lloyd Weber. Lucky tally winners were: Viola Adams, Allan Martin, Dorothy Dilworth, Myrna Burnett, Lloyd Smith, Iola Subject, Allan Edgar, Mary Huether, Sharon Freeman, Marion Harrison, Mary Davidson and Adrian Verstoep. The next euchre at the hall will be on Friday, Sept. 21 at 8 p.m. 8 tables in play at Cranbrook euchre It is the second time in the last month that the community of Walton has been shocked by the sudden death of one of its own. A tragic motor-vehicle crash claimed the life of Bob Blake. Our deepest sympathies are extended to wife Clara and children Kerry, her husband Andrew, Christopher and Devin. They are also extended to the Blake and Wasson families. The Blake and McDonald families have resided in Morris for over 56 years. The kids walked, rode bikes, then bussed to school together. Karin McDonald recalls that the boys loved to tease her, especially Bob because he sat behind her in school and was the same age. When I married moved to Walton in 1977, it was a week after Bob and Clara were married and settled in their home. Learning everyone’s name and remembering them takes time and there were a lot of Blakes. Rick would talk about “Ben” and I thought which one was he? It took a while but finally the secret was out that Bob was “Ben” and not another member of George and Marie’sfamily.Many will remember Bob in his“wilder days” as many of us were,but he grew into a man of passions,in my opinion. A passion forfarming he shared with his fatherand brothers. A passion for hisfamily.He supported the boys in theirhockey and motocross careers. The family even provided a retreat for them at the farm, to have a place for them and their friends and a quiet place for the family to enjoy a getaway. Of course, Kerry was Daddy’s little girl and when it came to her wedding, he just agreed. He also had a passion for snowmobiles. A member of the B-W Trailblazers, Bob would help stake out the trails and talk to landowners. It was a job to be done and he would do it. We will miss the visits with Bob, when he would stop in for eggs or be stopped in the middle of the road and the men would chat about farming. We will miss his wave, the many, many times we would pass on the road going back and forth between farms. We have lost a good man, a good neighbour and a good friend. We wish a speedy recovery to Bob Dalton as he is a patient in Wingham hospital. A social evening was held for bride-to-be Marnie Dingman at River’s Edge golf course at Cranbrook. Members of the ballteams, broomball team and otherfriends joined together to golf andhave a fun evening. Marnie wasdecorated with a lovely tiara, veiland boa for her golfing evening andappreciated the wonderful evening.Motocross was held at the Leefarm for the last time in 2007. OnSaturday the Vet National was heldfor riders who rode in the plus 30, plus 40 and plus 50-year-old classes. Sunday was a normal race day with over 300 entries. It was a good day as it was the perfect temperature for racing and the rain seemed to go around Walton. There was a fantastic turnout for the buck and doe for Matt Shortreed and Julie Moffat. The wedding party and parents were dressed in opposing t-shirts emblazened with Team Case and Team John Deere. It was a great time. Congrats to the couple whose wedding is in October. Congrats to Geraldine Siemon on the birth of grandson Jonathon. Proud parents are Andrea and Rick Moyer. Brian and Linda Marks from Calgary have been visiting with mom Maxine and family. Linda has returned but Brian stayed on for another week. Mike, Chrissy and Sydney Warwick have also returned to Calgary after having a two-week visit with mom Karin McDonald Calhoun. Rick and Jo-Ann along wit LeeAnn, Scott and Alicia spent the morning with them last week and went for a short boat ride. With hernew lifejacket and sailor hat, three-year-old Sydney loved it.Opening night of the story ofStompin’ Tom Connors at BlythFestival was an enjoyable evening. Agift of tickets I received was used byme and Betty McCallum. We sawlots of other Walton folks includingKen and Judy Shortreed, Dave andBrenda Linton, Ray and Janice Becker and lots of other area folk. It was a good show, if you enjoy music, and a very interesting story behind the man. Celebrating birthdays last week included Andrew Kruse, George Blake, Sarah Humphries, Cindy Poland, Justin Shortreed, Brenda Linton, Tim Fritz, Katrin Godkin, Karen Carter, Nancy Gillis, Jaden Shortreed, Lisa Stevenson, Brian Alcock, Anne Ryan, Rosanna Grobbink, and Kevin Dunbar. The Walton Indians slopitch team participated in the Winthrop Men’s Slopitch League year-end tournament held at Holmesville parks last weekend. They played Friday evening against Clinton and won 18-12. Saturday morning the McKillop Louts went down in defeat to them by a score of 14-13. The third game on Saturday saw them lose 12-5 in their first loss of the true double knock-out tournament. Playing again Saturday night against the Winthrop Oilers they won 19-5 to play on. The next opposition was the Winthrop Young Guns and a victory of 15-2 was gained. The two teams remaining with one loss apiece meant a rematch of the Walton Indians against the Winthrop Young Guns. This time the Indians weren’t so lucky and lost 12-2 finishing as A runners-up. Members of the Walton Indians include Robbie McClure, Greg Medd, Jeff Linton, Steve Carnochan, Barry Young, Joel Oliver, Brian Dolmage, Kevin Murray, Steve Henderson, Joe Nesbitt, Jason Denys, Chris and Devin Blake (absent). Congrats to the boys on a great year. Kickin’ up dirt The Thresher Reunion in Blyth wasn’t the only place in the area drawing people here last weekend. Motocross was alive and well in Walton with a healthy bill of competitors hitting the dirt last Saturday for some tough competition on a scorching hot day. (Shawn Loughlin photo) Thank You Thank you to everyone who came out and made our Grand Opening a huge success. The numbers were way beyond our expectations and we certainly appreciate each and everyone’s support. A big thank you to all those who worked so hard at the store to make everything come together in such a short time and also to the individuals and businesses who sent the beautiful planters for our opening. We are pleased to announce that because of your generous donations to our BBQ, both Walton Little School and Brussels Minor Hockey will receive a much appreciated boost. Ethel United Church Presents A Ladies’ Night Out “Let’s Get Organized” Thursday, September 27 Grey Central School, Ethel 6:00 pm - Gathering Time 6:30 pm - Dinner Guest Speakers ~ Donna Schmidt & Rhonda Erb from “The Heart of the Matter” with organizing tips • Door Prizes • Special Displays Tickets: $12.00 per person ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY For tickets phone Beth ~ 519-887-6401 or Dianne 519-887-9442 LAWN QUESTIONS? Organic Programs Available 524-2424 -Trust the Professionals - ACCREDITED By Jo-AnnMcDonaldCall 887-6570PEOPLE AROUNDWALTON NEWS FROM WALTON Teams in tourney Well, you do. 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