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Friday, June 23, 2017 5 Brooklin Town Crier Public works? I don't know anything about it.' 'That's why I am putting you on it, so you will learn,' he told me." Learning the jobs She immersed herself in the role, learning as much as she could. She rode with the garbage truck operators and snowplow operators to understand their jobs. "Let me tell you, it's tough work," she said. She worked closely with town staff to address residents' issues. "You really get to appreciate the staff who work at the town and how much they care," Pitchforth added. In 2015, Pitchforth won the prestigious Peter Perry Award, honoring her as an outstanding citizen for her contribution to the community, a fitting tribute indeed. In July, Pitchforth moves to Ottawa to live closer to her son who recently finished his degree and began his telecommunications career. Her company will continue to serve its clients in Brooklin and the GTA, allowing her to visit regularly. Pitchforth leaned forward, pausing briefly to gather her thoughts. "It's time for me to live the next chapter of my life, which I am very excited about." She wiped tears from her eyes. "But it is still very emotional." The community is invited to drop in to say farewell to Sue at the Brooklin Pub (upstairs) on Thursday, July 13, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Sue's influence on others... Sue has contributed so much to her community, not just through Group 74, but also the many other volunteer roles she has taken on over the years. Thank you Sue for all that you do and thank you for your friendship. A truly inspiring woman! Lisa Ruck Winning the Peter Perry, that's a huge honour. That really reflects that her influence was beyond Brooklin. She left a mark. Mayor Don Mitchell Sue's ideas and organizational skills provided amazing experiences for families and residents while raising funds for local charities. I always enjoyed our time together volunteering at programs in Brooklin. Sue will be missed in the community. Gloria Jackson When someone befriends you, believes in you and supports you, you have truly found a special friend. For 17 years, Sue Pitchforth has been a positive and present force in all my accomplishments. She has truly shaped the human being I am today. I continue to be blessed to have her in my life. Faith Chipman Sue was the first person I met when moving to Brooklin. How lucky was I to have found a genuinely caring and supportive person who I can still, and always will, call a friend. Dale Chipman (Faith's mother) I have known Sue during the years she has lived in Brooklin. She is undoubtedly one of the kindest people I know. We've worked together on many community initiatives over time and I'm always eager to help her with whatever her cause. Her enthusiasm is contagious. She is funny and light hearted. She has a way of bringing people together and creating long-lasting bonds and friendships. What Whitby and Brooklin are losing Ottawa is gaining. No matter where she goes, she won't be able to help herself but to join in and help create a stronger community. I will miss her here in Brooklin as we all try to fill her community shoes. But I will miss her smile the most. I wish her all the best. Rhonda Mulcahy (continued from page 3) Summer ArtFest Seeks Artists The Ashburn Art Circle and Group 74 present a celebration of the visual and performing arts on July 15, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., at Grass Park. We have room for new artists. This is a great opportunity to meet the community, get more exposure, and sell your artwork to over 1,000 visitors. If interested, email apiebalgs@estuimages.com The Ashburn Art Circle organizes the visual arts portion of the event and will host 10-15 artists and photographers who will display and sell their work in individual tents. Every year the Summer ArtFest donates funds to a local charity or good cause such as the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region. This year, we will donate the funds to provide framing and protection for the Community Banner at the Brooklin Community Centre and Library.