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Huron Expositor, 2006-12-13, Page 24Page 24 The Huron Expositor • December 13, 2006 43. Births GEMMELL Big brother Owen is excited to announce that he now has a sister. Abby Rachel Leigh was born on November 29, 2006 at Clinton Public Hospital weighing 6 lbs. 12 oz. Proud parents are Jeff and Leanne Gemmell. Second time grandparents are Ken and Norma Gemmell and Mervyn and Dawne Erb. Great grandmothers are Hazel Gemmell of London and Aileen Mitton of Chatham. We would like to thank Dr. Salsbury and the nursing staff at CPH for their great care. 43-50x1 JOHNSTON (REYNEN) It's a .Boy! Walter and Betty -Anne are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their son, Ryan Harry Johnston, born on November 15th, 2006, at Stratford General Hospital weighing 8 Ids. 2 oz. Proud grandparents are Mia Reynen of Seaforth and Larry and Helen Johnston of Benmiller. Sorely missed at this special time is Opa, Harry Reynen. We'd like to thank our family and friends for all the love and continued support we've received during this new chapter in our lives. 43-50x1 LANE Sean and Cathy are proud to announce the birth of John Brian "Jack", born at St. Joseph's Hospital, London on December 8, 2006 weighing 7 lbs. 10 oz. Proud grandparents are Rick and Sandi Sowerby, Goderich and Mary Catherine Lane, Seaforth. Happy- great grandmothers -are Doris Kitely, Goderich and Florence Sowerby, Huronview. 43-50x1 TEN HAG Benjamin and Jonathan along with their parents Nick and Jill are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Spencer Gerald. Spencer was born October 31, 2006 at Stratford General Hospital weighing 8 lbs. 10 oz. and measured 20.5 inches long. Special thanks to Dr. Hillyer and our wonderful"nurse Joanne. 43-50x1 46. In Memoriam ROSE: In loving memory of Marian Rose who passed away December 14, 2001. Dear Mom, We feel you with us everyday. We miss you more than words can say. YQu are forever in our hearts. - Lovingly remembered by Sandy, Ray, Samantha and Cassidy Palin 46-50x1oI PARSONS: In memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother Helen Parsons, December 15, 1996. It's hard to believe 10 years have come and gone, We miss you more each day, For life is not the same for us, Since you were called away. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone, For part of us went with you, That day God called you home. Forever loved and missed, Bob, Larry, Myra, Paul, Lori, Tracey, Rick and your seven grandchildren 46-50x1 47. Cards of Thanks LYNNE (COCHRANE) FLYNN . 1963-2006 We would like to thank everyone, friends and family, from near and far. There are no words to tell you all how grateful and overwhelmed we are for all of your generosity and thoughtfulness - your words, gifts, flowers, and donations. The celebration of Lynne's life was exactly what she would have wanted. Thank you. - Stephen, Stephanie, Kaleigh, Ainsley and Emily, and the Cochrane and Flynn families 47-50x1cc 47. Cards of Thanks LINGELBACH The family of Marjoree Lingelbach extends our sincere gratitude for the wonderful and dedicated care given by the doctors and nurses at Seaforth Hospital. Their acts of kindness and thoughtfulness to keep her comfortable until her passing, were truly appreciated by her and us. Thank you so much. - From Ken Lingelbach, Lori, Al, Andrew and Adam Bisback; Becky, Charlie and Shane Bowerbank 47-50x1 TUBB Words cannot express how grateful I am for the generosity of family, friends and neighbours for phone calls, food brought to my home, lovely cards, floral tributes and donations on the death of my dear mother, Bertie Tubb on November 26, 2006 at the Ritz Lutheran Villa. A special thank you to the staff of the Ritz Villa for their care and compassion and also to the doctors and nurses at the Mitchell Medical Centre for their care of mother over the years. To Doug Jacob and the staff at the Auction Centre, ones whom I consider my extended family, your thoughtfulness is overwhelming. Thank you to Rev. Camillia LaRouche for her inspirational and comforting service for mother. To the ladies of Main Street United Church for preparing a delicious lunch following the service. I wish to_ express my thanks to Paul and Jeff Lockhart for their guidance at this difficult time. Sorrow at this time is too heavy for one to bear alone, but I am truly blessed to live in such a caring community. My grateful thanks and deep appreciation. Lloyd. 47-50x 1 cc THANK YOU Four years ago I decided to collect coats for the homeless. So far, I've collected around 454 coats, 190 of them being donated this year! I've also had people knitting hats, mitts and scarves and giving snowpants and boots. Of course, all of these coats have not come from my closet. Through family and friends, word. of mouth, church and school, I have had many kind people dropping them off to me. Thank you so much, I couldn't do it without your help. I can tell you that these people are so thankful to receive such a gift. Please know that through your generous donations, you make these people feel special and as though someone cares for them and they are extremely grateful. I thank everyone for their support of my efforts and for their kind words. Thank you, thank you, thank you,. - Abby McGavin 47-50x1 47. Carcls of Thanks THANK YOU St. Nick's Children's Christmas Shopping Day, Saturday, Dec. 9th, 2006 wishes to thank all the Main Street Merchants who so generously donated items for the sale. Over 150 area children shopped for their families, friends and pets. 47-50x1 a *Ikt * 4. a�. HAPPY' 1i NOTES 1 Birthdays Anniversaries Buck & Does tl t.. Parties from $24.99 4 includes \t GST Drop by The Huron Expositor 41. V* today! s � D a�* * 1k'* i!► The comfort of others can help you cope. . 1/ you or a loved one has been diagnosed rant cancer. the Canadian Cancer Society offers • variety of emotional support services. We can put you in touch with someone with a similar cancer ezpersence to help you cope. Support can be face to Nix. in a group or over the phone, and it's free and confidential. Can the Canadian Cans+ Society in your community for more information. ;'Rs Community Calendar WED. DEC. 13 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. - Rhyme Time Ontario Early Years Program at Duff's United Church, Walton 1-3 p.m. Parent & Tot Play & Skate, Seaforth Arena. 1-4 p.m. Senior Shuffleboard at arena THURS. DEC. 14 10-11:30 a.m. Baby and Toddler Time, Seaforth Co -Operative Children's Centre FRI. DEC. 15 9:30-11:30 a.m. Story Fun Ontario Early Years Program, Brussels Public School 10:00 a.m. Morning Out at Bethel Bible Church, Seaforth SAT. DEC. 16 6:30 a.m. Ducks vs Panthers 7:30 a.m. Bruins vs Blues 8:30 a.m. Sharks vs Kings 9:30 a.m. Oilers vs Leafs MON. DEC. 1.8 10-11:30 a.m. Play & Learn, Ontario Early Years Program at St. James School Library 9:30-11:15 a.m. Play and team Early Years Program, Grey Central School, Ethel TUES. DEC. 19 10-11:30 a.m. ABC 123, Ontario Early Years Program, Seaforth Public School WED. DEC. 20 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. - Rhyme Time Ontario Early Years Program at Duff's United Church, Walton 1-3 p.m. Parent & Tot Play & Skate, Seaforth Arena 1-4 p.m. Senior Shuffleboard at the arena Seaforth Library Youth Advisory Group looking for new members, 12-18. Call 519-527-1430 If y6u're organizing a non-profit event of interest to other Seaforth area residents, phone the Expositor at 527-0240, or mail the information to Community Calendar, The Huron Expositor, Box 69, Seaforth, Ontario, NOK 1 WO well in advance of the scheduled date. Free listing includes date, time, name of event and location only. Space for the Community Calendar is donated by The Huron Expositor. News SPARK approaches first anniversary. Jennifer Hubbard 01111111.111 "Youth want to be heard -- SPARK is their bull horn!" Youth team - members James Wilkinson, Ivan Raczycki, Shahriar Sabri. and Katie Vanderhaar are on a mission to break down the barriers and stereotypes facing today's teens through www youthspark.ca. Approaching its first anniversary in March of 2007, SPARK is a youth - driven website tackling tough local issues like drug use, binge drinking, sex and depression. The project grew from the 2003 Get Huron County Connected event. The "first -of -its -kind" interactive website features personal stories, local information and events, open forums and health professionals to answer questions anonymously. In November alone, the website saw 1,500 hits, half of which were return visitors. "That's great because it means people are liking what they see," web coordinator Erica Horbanuik said. And while a Dec. 6 Parents' Night drew no parents, three members of the SPARK youth team offered a few suggestions about how parents can talk to their teens more successfully. Michael Roy, of the Huron County Health Unit's Youth Action Alliance team joined in the discussion. Raczycki stressed the importance of mutual respect, including respecting a teen's privacy. "Don't talk down to us, but be direct and personal. Be a parent, not a friend," he said. "Keep it casual, don't call a family meeting. Don't talkto your kids, talk with your kids." Wilkinson encouraged parents to "sleep on it," rather than reacting extremely. "And don't say you're disappointed. We can handle you being angry, but disappointed hurts," he added. All four teens agreed parents should make the effort to talk to their teens about sex. "The first conversation will always be the hardest, but if you make the effort we will at least know you are interested," Sabri said. "It won't be so awkward the next time." Overall, the teens recommended parents remember to keep it simple. See TEENS, Page 25 Jennifer Hubbard photo Youth Spark team members include, (from left) Shahriar Sabri, Ivan Raczycki and James Wilkinson. Katie Vanderhaar was absent. Michael Roy (right) is a member of the Huron County Health Unit's Youth Action Alliance.