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Independent & Free Press, Wednesday, August 13, 2008 19 DAWSON Alicia Noll and Greg Dawson are happy to an- nounce the early arrival of their daughter, Alexis Ruth, born on July 31st, 2008, weighing 4 lbs., 7 ozs., at Women's College Hospital. Proud grandparents are Peter and Lynda Noll and Ernie and Joan Dawson. Alexis is also wel- comed by her aunts, uncles and cousins, Braydon, Colin, Ryan and Abigail. Special thanks to Dr. Fiel at Georgetown Hospital and Dr.'s Cohen and Akoury and the nursing staff at Women's College Hospital. BELLONE, Francesco (Franco) Peacefully, after a short and extremely coura- geous battle with cancer on Wednesday, August 6th, 2008, in the arms of his beloved wife and soul-mate, Diane Bonnette-Bellone. Franco was a most loving, tender and caring husband. He and Diane lived in Rome, Italy for the past 28 years before returning to Canada to be with family. Francesco was pre-deceased by his mother, Rita Giorgino, his sister Anna Maria and his brother Fillipe. His father, Guglielmo Bellone went missing during the 1963 Algerian war and was presumed dead. Many of Fran- cesco's dearest friends departed with the same illness over the past few years. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Diane and her family, Madeleine and Louis Bonnette, Mayor Richard Bonnette and his wife Josey, Robert Bonnette and his wife Inge, as well as their many treas- ured friends in the United Nations Family, Rome, Italy, world-wide and in Canada with whom he had shared a bond of friendship. Francesco was loved by all children and pets he encountered because of his special touch. Diane received friends at the MacKinnon Fami- ly Funeral Home "Shoemaker Chapel", 55 Mill Street East, Acton on Thursday, August 7th from 7 to 9 pm. The funeral mass was con- ducted at St. Joseph, Patron of Canada, Roman Catholic Church on Friday at eleven o'clcok by Father Bob Bulbrook. Remem- brances to the Georgetown Hospital Foundation, Continuing Care Complex would be appreciated by the family. On line condo- lences and donations may be made at www.mackinnonfamilyfuneralhome.com MacKinnon Family Funeral Home "Shoemaker Chapel" 519-853-0350 or 1-877-421-9860 (toll free) PALMER, Doreen Peacefully, on Saturday August 9th, 2008 at the Georgetown Hospital. Doreen, in her 84th year, born October 22nd, 1924 in Monticello, ON. Beloved mother of Anne, Faye (Bob), Da- vid (Paula) and Jean (Dan) (Bradbury) and step-mother of Jane, Glen, Fran, Ford, Lynn and Cherri (Underwood). Proud grandmother of Jennifer (Chris), Mathew (Tara), Brad, Duane, Pam, John, Chris and Richard and great-grand- mother of Kaitlyn and Nathaniel. Predeceased by her sister Evelyn Downey. Fondly remem- bered by her niece and nephew Joanne and John. Doreen was a loved mother and friend and respected teacher and author. Friends were received at the J.S. Jones & Son Funeral Home, 11582 Trafalgar Road, north of Maple Avenue, Georgetown 905-877-3631 on Tues- day from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday August 13th, 2008 at 1:00 pm. Interment Greenwood Cemetery, Georgetown. In memory contribu- tions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a Church of your choice would be appreciated. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com MacNEALE, Ian Gordon Peacefully, on Friday August 8th, 2008 at the Georgetown Hospital. Ian, 73 years of age, be- loved husband of Evelyn for the past 50 years. Loving father of Dave of Brampton and Glenn and his wife Bev of Acton. Cherished grand- father of Jason, Amanda and Jeff. Dear brother of Marj and her husband John Cowton of Brampton. Predeceased by his brother Lynn. The family would like to extend their sincere ap- preciation to the Cancer Assistance Services of Halton Hills for their special care. Friends were received at the J.S. Jones & Son Funeral Home, 11582 Trafalgar Road, north of Maple Avenue, Georgetown 905-877-3631 on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Service was held in the chapel on Monday August 11th, 2008 at 11:00 am. Interment Greenwood Cemetery, Georgetown. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Cancer Assistance Services of Halton Hills would be appreciated. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com STEFAN, Jela Peacefully, on Sunday August 10th, 2008 at the Georgetown Hospital. Jela, in her 87th year, wife of the late Slavo Stefan. Loving mother of Zdravko and his wife Barbara. Loved grand- mother of Tommy and his wife Janet and Johny and his wife Lisa. Loved great-grandmother of Shane, Eric, Carly and Matthew. Dear sister of Danica, Evan and Draga. Friends will be re- ceived at the J.S. Jones & Son Funeral Home, 11582 Trafalgar Road, north of Maple Avenue, Georgetown 905-877-3631 on Wednesday from 3-5 and 7-9 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 224 Maple Avenue, Georgetown on Thursday Au- gust 14th, 2008 at 10:00 am. Interment Greenwood Cemetery, Georgetown. In memory contributions to the Heart and Stroke Founda- tion would be appreciated. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com SHEPPARD, Gordon Charles Peacefully, after a long illness on Saturday Au- gust 9th, 2008 at the Guelph General Hospital. Gord, 70 years of age, loving husband of Becky Sheppard for 37 1/2 wonderful years. Prede- ceased by his parents Olive and Charles Sheppard. Oldest brother of George, Joe, Vicky and the late Barry and Buck. Gord will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all his friends and family. A Memorial Service will be held at the J.S. Jones & Son Funeral Home, 11582 Trafalgar Road, north of Maple Avenue, Georgetown 905-877-3631 on Thursday Au- gust 14th, 2008 at 11:00 am. Cremation has taken place. In memory contributions to the C.O.P.D. Canada or the Canadian Cancer So- ciety would be appreciated. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com PALUSZKIEWICZ, Lydia After a lengthy illness, peacefully and coura- geously on Thursday August 7th, 2008 at the Brampton Civic Hospital. Lydia wife of the late Kazimierz. Loving mother of Henrietta and Carl. Proud grandmother of Scott, Phillip, Alannah and Hailey. Dear sister of Otma, Hans and Ani- ta. Friends were received at the J.S. Jones & Son Funeral Home, 11582 Trafalgar Road, north of Maple Avenue, Georgetown 905-877- 3631 on Monday from 7-9 pm. Funeral and committal service was held in the chapel on Tuesday August 12th, 2008 at 11:00 am. Cre- mation to follow. In memory contributions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appre- ciated. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com Dianne Coulson Aug 14th, 2003 A true original Fondly remembered and sadly missed by family and friends FRANK,Terry Bjarne 1962 - 2005 In a quiet cemetery, where the gentle breezes blow, lies the one we loved so dearly, and lost three years ago. There will always be a heartache, and often a silent tear, and lots of precious memories, of the days when you were here. Our thoughts are always with you. Your place no one can fill. We hold you close within our hearts, and there you will remain, to walk with us throughout our lives, until we meet again. You will always be remembered, Love, Mom, Dad, Brenda, Ken and Alexandra SUNNUCKS, Jane - In loving memory of a dear sister-in-law who passed away August 12th, 2001. As long as hearts remember, As long as hearts still care, We never part with those we love, She's with us everywhere. Forever remembered by, Jack and Anne SUNNUCKS, Jane 1939 - 2001 Loving Mother and Gramma. Grief is the price we pay for love. We miss you. Love from, Cal, Shirl, Jeremy and Jamie SUNNUCKS, Jane 1939 - 2001 Loving Wife and Best Friend. The memory of a good person is a Blessing. Love from, Jim and Barb RIDLEY, Christopher August 14th, 2001 In our hearts forever. Lovingly remembered Grandson. Grandpa Bill and Nana Haynes RIDLEY, CHRISTOPHER August 14th Some people dream of angels, We held one in our arms. Love Mommy, Daddy and Nicholas BLUE HERON WOODWORKS CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAYS!! Friday August 15th from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday August 16th from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 11998 Winston Churchill Boulevard 2kms North of Mayfield Road/17th Sideroad Georgetown, ON 25% Off Our Complete Inventory Including Custom Orders New and ready to finish handcrafted furniture. 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