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The Huron Expositor, 1984-07-18, Page 25FAMILY THE HURON EXPOSITOR, JULY 25, 1984 — A7 Obituaries LOUIS BLAKE Louis Augustine Blake of RR 2, Brussels died at the Wingham and District Hospital on S.unday, July 15. He was 59. He is survived by his wife, the former Jean Kirkconnell; two daughters, Mary Ann, Mrs. Jack Vanden Hengel of Owen Sound and Faye, Mrs. Raymond Peel of Gorrie; and one grandchild. Also surviving are three sisters, Veronica, Mrs, Guy Griffiths of Dorval, Quebec; Helen, Mrs. Maitland Burchill of Oakville and Sister Herman Joseph Margaret of London. Mr. Blake was predeceased by his parents William and Mary Blake and one brother Bill. Resting at the Brussels Chapel of M.L. Watts Funeral Homes, funeral service was held in St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church, Brussels on Wednesday, July 18. Father Stan Soltipik officiated, Interment in St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers were nephews Paul, David, Greg and Edward Griffiths, Greg Kirkconnell and Ronnie Kirkconnell. EUGENE DeJONG Eugene Paul DeJong, 31, of RR 3, Walton, formerly of Goderich, died Wednesday July 18 in Morris Township as the result of a farm accident. Born in Toronto on April 6, 1953 to parents George DeJong, of Goderich and the late Betty Bannon, he was employed as a laborer with the Ministry of Natural Resources. He was married on March 27, 1977 to Gillian Saunders, of London, England. Surviving are his wife, one daughter, Yvonne and one son, Lan, both at home, two brothers, Thomas, of London and Gerard, of Goderich, two sisters, Rita, of Goderich and Ann, Mrs. Terry Schoemaker, of Goderich, one step -brother, Mark Schmidt, of Goderich, his father and step -mother, Noella DeJong, of Goderich, and his paternal grandmother, Henderika DeJong, of RR 4, Seaforth, Funeral Mass was held at St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church on Saturday July 21 with Rev. A.F. Loebach, Celebrant officiat- ing. Prayers were said at the McCallum Funeral Home on Friday evening. Interment St. Peter's Cemetery. Pallbearers were Paul Donnelly, Brian Schmidt, Dan Burns, Stuart Asher, Dan DeMers and Jim Cook. • SLIM SHAVALIER Albert, "Slim" Shavalier, 75, formerly of Port Stanley, died Friday, July 20 at Seaforth Community Hospital. He is survived by his wife, the former Wilba Dickson, one daughter, Mara, Mrs. Stuart Philips, of Seaforth, one son, Dean, of London, seven grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. At the request of the family, there was no visitation. Interment Fairview Cemetery, Niagara Falls. Arrangements by the Whitney-Ribey Funeral Home. Donations to the Nurses Education Fund of St. Thomas General Hospital or the Building Fund of Seaforth Community Hospital through the funeral home will be accepted as expressions of sympathy. WILLIAM BETTLES William Theron Betties of Clinton and formerly of . McKillop Township, died at Huronview on Sunday, July 22. He was 91. Surviving betides his wife, the former Ethel Mcllwain, are two sons, Gordon and Robert, both, of Salmon Arm, B.C.; one daughter Isobel, Mrs. William Meredith; ei4ht grandchildren; seven great grand- children; one sister, Elma, Mrs. Peter Young of Goderich; and one brother, Allen Betties of Clinton. He was predeceased by his first wife, Jennie Mcfwain; one son Kenneth; one sister Rhoda, Mrs. Will Jordan and one brother Erlin. Funeral service will be held today, Wednesday, July 25 aii'he'BafI-and Falconer Funeral Home, Clinton. Interment in Maitland Cemetery, Goderich. A memorial service was held by the Murphy L.O.L. #710 Clinton on Tuesday ... evening, July 24. ,;More obituaries on Page Al2) Have you tried Staffen's Homemade Pizza lately? ,AST WEEK WE SOLD 553 PIZZAS GRANNY'S BUTTER' TARTS ]. PKG. OF 10 1 9 PRODUCE PRODUCE PRODUCE PRODUCE ONTARIO NEW POTATOES GROWN 9 10 LB. BAG TUCK GARBAGE BAGS 499 BOX OF 50 GOLD SEAL FLAKED LIGHT TUNA & CHUNK LIGHT TUNA 6.5 OZ. PINK SEAWAV SALMON 7 75 OZ. I CANTALO U.S.AUPE. NO. 1 79 CANADA NO. 1 CELERY HEARTS 49 ONTARIO GROWN ENGLISH CUCUMBERS 31°° 0 MIX OR ESCAMATCH ENDIVE, ROLE & LEAF LETTUCE BAMBY HOT DOG & Pcr85 9 HAMBURG ROLL RAISIN BREAD SUNMAID 450 GM. AG. 1.97 39 PLAIN or SUGAR DONUTSK OF 12 WESTON'S FOOD LIMITED COUNTRY HARVEST 8 BRAN BREAD SEVEN GRAIN BREAD 675 GM. 89, SUNDATSN '1 0' 6 WE RFSFPVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES STORE HOURS MONDAY to FRIDAY S o m to S p SATURDAY90 m to6p m. SUNDAY 10 0,m to6p m prig. ntlect"rvc fill dosmg MONDAY AT 9P M PLEASE ROTE; Rdrortasp done by ow st. Meryl Store coy &Her Mm aw.a ,•.. i Discussingproblems is secret of marriage Despite the dirty thirties and the war-torn forties, Eldin and Mildred Kerr of RR 5 Clinton, who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary recently, said they'd do it all over again. "We wouldn't have missed it for any- thing," said Mrs. Kerr. The Kern, marked their golden wedding anniversary on June 24 at the Orange Hall in Seaforth when about 225 well-wishers dropped in for tea, sandwiches and desserts. When the Kerrs were married the country was in the midst of a depression, in 1934 and there was no money for a fancy church wedding or a honeymoon. Instead the Kerrs were married quietly in the United Church Manse in Kippen by the late Rev. Chandler. • The -couple had earlier met at a house party in Kippen. When they started farming in McKillop Township shortly after their marriage, prices for farm products were also at rock -bottom. "1 remember the first heifer sold, we only got 31/2 cents a pound for it," says Eldin, a son of the late William and Sarah Ann (Beattie) Kerr of McKillop Township. "And eggs sold for one cent each," says Mildred. She is a daughter of the late John and Clara (Anderson) Workman of Kippen. Although they are now comfortable in their modern home in their retirement years, they never had hydro or indoor plumbing for the first 25 years of their marriage. But they claim they never suffered any hardships because of the lack of those amenities. Even a disastrous fire in 1945 that burned their home to the ground, leaving them with only the clothes on their backs, didn't seem to stifle their enthusiasm for life. After farming for 30 years, the couple moved to Kippen in 1963, and then to their Highway 4 residence south of Clinton in 1970. Eldin then worked at Huronview for a few years, while Mildred worked at the former Newcombe's Pharmacy in Clinton where she worked for five years, until 1978. Eldin and Mildred Kerr She is also a Past Noble Grand of the Seaforth Rebekah Lodge and past president of the Seaforth Women s Institute. Eldin is an elder at Kippen United Church. The couple have no children. What's the secret of a long marriage in these days of sky -rocketing divorce rates? "Pick the right man" says Mildred. "But don't hold on too tight and realize that each other are not always right. She confesses to having some heated .arguments with Eldin over the years but thev only served to clear the air and make their partnership even stronger. "Sit down and talk things out," she says. Kilbarchan residents picnic BY MABEL TURNBULL Darlene Coughtry, Activity Co-ordinator, planned a picnic and tour for Kilbarchan residents on July 17. Residents went to the pavilion in Goderich, where they had lunch. After a rest they went to the Holmesville zoo. Residents were given bread so they could feed the animals. Residents thank Darlene. and also Doris Muir. Leena Scott and a volunteer, Natalie Swirkles. On Wednesday, July 18, Shirley Luther came to visit. Residents gathered around to hear her play the piano, and sang some favorite oldies. On Thursday a birthday party was held for all the people who had birthdays this month. Friday was film day. Bryan Peter, Seaforth recreation director presented "Morning of the Wdrld" and "The Best Kept Secret". On Thursday the weekly bingo was held. The winners were Alan Cook, Alma Nottingham and Annie Feltz. The Health Care Facility, formerly the Coleman reunion held in Stanley Twp. The 34th Coleman reunion was held at Stanley Township Park on July 15 with 55 attending. Sports was conducted by Tom Coleman and Nancy Thomas: Break the balloon was won by Evelyn McKinley; hammering the nail, ladies was won by Evelyn McKinley and mens was Jack Coleman. Quessing shells in jar won by Art Finlayson. Oldest man attending was Russell Cole- man. Oldest lady was Ethel Coleman. The childrens' races were held with Tracy Talbot, Ken Betties, Janet Coleman, Jan Talbot, Julie Betties and Aimee Talbot as winners. Bill Coleman of Hawkestone played several numbers on the violin. The next reunion will be held at the same place and on the third Sunday of July next year. Officers for 1985 are president, Jack Coleman; first vice president, Brian Wilson; second vice pt'esident. Mary Finlayson, treasurer, Gladys Doig. secretary. Audrey Coleman, sports committee, Bev and Gayle Coleman. Seaforth Manor Nursing Home, had a lawn dance to which Kilbarchan residents were invited. Marie Flynn supplied the music. George Boyle played some favorites on his guitar. Church service was not held this week because the regular ministers are on holidays. Congratulations to residents Ruby and George Anderson, on their 55th wedding anniversary, on July 20. They were married in the parsonage in Varna. Anyone interested in playing bridge can contact Marge Whiteley. Marge will join in, so only two more players are needed for a start. We could play in my room and 1 promise you tea and cookies. Next week 1 would like to present some information on the Turnbu 1 clan., DRENNAN — BODE Joanne Marie Bode, daughter of Don and Thelma Bode. Seaforth and Dennis Wayne Drennan, son of Doug and Thelma Drennan. Kincardine were married at Northside United Church. Seaforth on June 16. Rev. James Vanslyke officiated Maid of honor Mal Margo Kale. London and best man was Allan Drennan, the groom's brother. of Oshawa Usher was Paul Bode. of Leamington. the bride's brother Wedding music u. as pro videdby Margaret Whitmore The couple arc spending two years teaching at Goroka Hleh School in Papua. Nein Guinea Ontario Bean Growers Co-operative Seaforth READY FOR 1984 WHEAT CROP Our new 70 ft. Scale plus our two receiving pits provide you with FAST, EFFICIENT SERVICE ONTARIO BEAN GROWERS if CO.OPERATIYE SEAFORTH 527-1391 345-2007 "1 Your "Masterfeeds Dealer"