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BIRTHS DEATHS IN MEMORIAMS Continued from pg. 32 41 Monday, Oct. 18 Halton Hands in Motion Knitting and Crocheting Guild: exhibit their work at the Gallery at the Halton Hills Cultural Centre, Oct.18 to Nov. 1. The theme of this year's Stiches and Chains will be Knitting and Crochet Through The Four Seasons. The challenge is Recycle/Reuse. Guild members will be present to answer questions about the craft. Raffle tickets will be sold for an afghan designed and created by guild members, a lace wrap and a scarf/mitten/hat set, proceeds of which will support Camp BUCKO, a summer camp for children recovering from severe burns. Admission is free. Info: Isobel, 519-853-9282. Could you use some laughter? Then visit Halton Hills Toastmasters Club for its Humorous Contest, 7-9:30 p.m. at St. Alban's Parish Hall, 537 Main St. in Glen Williams. This is a special club event proudly welcoming contestants from neighbouring Toastmasters Clubs as well as the community. This is a free event; just bring your sense of humour. Info: hhtm.membership@gmail.com www.haltonhillstm.org. TOPS-Acton: meets Mondays at St. Joseph Church, Church St. E. Weigh-in: 6-7 p.m. Meetings follow until 8 p.m. Info: Jacquie, 519-8531019. Celebrate Recovery: an internationally recognized, Christ-centred 12-step recovery program, Mondays, 7 p.m. at Georgetown Alliance Church. Info: Doug, 905-873-0249 or CR@togetheratgac.com. Prayer Purls Shawl Ministry: knit a prayer shawl, 7 p.m. at Norval United Church, 486 Guelph St. All are welcome. Info: 905-877-6122; www.norvalunited.ca. Community Calendar registration required: www.haltonhillschamber.on.ca or call 905-877-7119. Calling all gardeners: Dugald Cameron from Garden Import will tell how to "Plant a Spectacular Spring Garden" at the Acton Horticultural Society meeting, 7:30 p.m., at Knox Church, 44 Main St. N., Acton. Info: Ruth, 519-853-0009. Links2Care Employment Resource Centre: is focusing on Returning to the Workforce this month with free information sessions on: Job Search Strategies for handling employment gaps in your resume and competing in the new job market (Oct. 19, 11 a.m.); One-onone Mock Interviews sessions to build confidence and alleviate nerves (Oct. 28, 11 a.m.); Retraining Options through Second Career including eligibility and financial info (Oct. 28, 1 p.m.) Space is limited, call 519-853-5014 or drop in to register, 45 Mill St. E., Acton. Halton Hills Men's Basketball League offers competitive and recreational play Tuesdays at the Acton High School until the end of April. Minimum age is 21. Cost is $75. Info: Victor Estevan, 905-873-8188. TOPS-Georgetown: meets Tuesdays at St. Andrew's United Church. Weigh-in: 6:30 p.m. Meetings follow at 7:30 p.m. Independent & Free Press, Thursday, October 14, 2010 TAYLOR Kyle and Trish Taylor, along with big sister Ayva, are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of Scarlett Ann, born Wednesday, October 6th, 2010 at 3:54 am weighing 7lbs, 7oz. Scarlett is the second grand child for Brenda and Phil Taylor as well as Debbie and Moe Forget, both of Georgetown. She is also the 19th great grandchild for Marion Majuery of Georgetown, and the second for Vala Gagain and Ethel and Maurice Maltais of Timmins. KENNEDY Blaine and Colleen are thrilled to announce the birth of their daughter, Marissa Grace Kennedy, born September 14th, 2010, weighing 7 lbs., 1 oz. Marissa is welcomed home by proud big brother Aidan, grandparents Rivlyn and Catherine Kennedy and Andrew and Grace Steringa, and by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Special thank you to Dr. Soliman and staff, Dr. Fiel, and to the nurses at the Georgetown Hospital for all their excellent care. SIMS Chad and Kate (nee Ford) are thrilled to announce the birth of their daughter. Alexis Joy Sims, born September 2nd, 2010, 8 lbs., 2 ozs. Alexis is welcomed by grandparents Doug and Susan Ford and Mary Jane Sims. Alexis is also welcomed by great-grandparents, many aunts, uncles and cousins. Many thanks to the amazing staff in the obstetrics unit at Milton District Hospital. DEATHS Grace Isabel McConnell (nee Burt) 1926 - 2010 Grace passed away peacefully at home on October 7th, 2010 in her 85th year. She was the loving wife of Rupert Ross McConnell for 60 years, and the devoted mother of her son Clifford Ross and his wife Nora, and her daughter Heather Mae and husband Mike. She was the proud and the cherished Grandmother of Chelsey Lynn. She was the beloved daughter of the late Isabella Mae Delaney and late Clifford Willson Burt. The family received friends at Jones Funeral Home,11582 Trafalgar Road Georgetown, ON 905-877-3631 for visitation on Friday October 8th from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The Funeral Service was held in the Chapel at on Saturday October 9th, 2010 at 11:00 am and will be conducted by the Rev. Peter Barrow. Interment in the family plot will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Georgetown. Grace was a Charter Member of the Peace Rose Lodge of the Eastern Star and enjoyed many years of volunteer work and friendship with her sisters and brothers of the Masonic. Remembrances in Grace's memory to the Epilepsy Ontario or the Heart and Stroke Foundation are gratefully appreciated by the family. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com BUTLER (Theriault), Debbie Passed away peacefully on Sunday October 10th, 2010 at the Georgetown Hospital after her 3 year hard fought battle with cancer. Loving wife of Brian; mother of Sheena, Tonya and Erica. Beloved daughter of Vivian (Tryon) and the late Phillip Theriault. Friends will be received at the J.S. Jones & Son Funeral Home, 11582 Trafalgar Road, north of Maple Avenue, Georgetown, 905-877-3631 on Tuesday from 7-9 pm and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be held at the Georgetown Alliance Church, 290 Main Street, South, Georgetown, L7G 3E9, on Thursday October 14th, 2010 at 11:00 am. Cremation to follow. In memory contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society, Georgetown Hospital Foundation or Credit Valley Hospital would be appreciated. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com HILLIER, Gerald Stanley 86, at Halton Hills Health Centre, Georgetown, Friday, October 8th, 2010 from pneumonia following a mild stroke, cradled in the love of family around him. Gerald was so many wonderful things to so many people. A gentle man whose kindness knew no bounds. A quiet hero to his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Unfailingly interested in everyone he met. A geography and history whiz. A proud oldest brother. Tim Horton's aficionado. A brilliant mind, a stalwart friend, a dependable neighbor and - always - the epitome of love. Born February 19th, 1924 in High Beach, Newfoundland to Stanley and Jessie (nee Ayers) Hillier. Predeceased by devoted and adored daughter Pat Guy. An unfathomable loss for his wife Amelia, daughters Lorraine (husband Duncan) Green and Heather (husband Wayne) Green, son-in-law Martin Guy, grandchildren Michelle (husband Brian) Postill, Jennifer (husband Stuart) Wallace, Alexander, Brittany, Joshua, Davis and Samantha Green, and great-grandchildren Christopher, Jacob and Shelby Postill and Katie and Gavin Wallace. Sadly missed by sisters Rosalie Hillier, Doris (husband Fred) Pittman and Sheila (husband Dave) Crocker, brother Norman (wife Ruby) Hillier, and sisters-in-law Effie Hillier and Ruth Lafleche, plus nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brother Raymond Hillier sister-in-law Evelyn Hillier, and brothers-in-law William Hillier and George Lafleche. Proudly employed at Canada Packers for more than 30 years and a long-standing member of St. Paul the Apostle Anglican Church in Rexdale. Visitation at J.S. Jones Funeral Home at 11582 Trafalgar Road in Georgetown on Friday, October 15th at 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral on Saturday, October 16th, 2010 at 11:00 am at St. George's Anglican Church at 60 Guelph Street in Georgetown, followed by interment and reception at Meadowvale Cemetery at 7732 Mavis Road in Brampton. Donations to the Anglican Church of Canada or World Vision appreciated. Thanks to Reverends Paul Ivany and Rob Park, the staff of Southbrook Retirement Community and the gentle and loving nurses of the Complex Continuing Care unit at Georgetown Hospital. MAXINE Endless days have passed, weeks, months, years And you are still there .... I find you in all the places that we have both loved, the trees, the lake, the sunshine, the splash of water over skis, the sound of laughter on the deck, the smiles of friends so dear, the memories of Bermuda sands ... I find you in all the familiar places where we once laughed and loved, and in the beloved faces of our son, our daughter, our grandchildren, who, for so long, we only dreamed about. Endless days from now there I'll be ... remembering you. And as each day passes, we are one day closer, To being together again. MIZPAH BROWN, Archie May 19th, 1935 - October 18th, 2008 God saw you getting tired, When a cure was not to be, So He wrapped His arms around you, And whispered "Come unto Me". You didn't deserve what you went through, So He gave you rest, God's garden must be beautiful, He only takes the best. So when I saw you sleeping, So peaceful and free from pain, I could not wish you to come back, To suffer that all again. Love, Betty and family THOMPSON, E. Stephen October 15th, 2004 We miss you in so many ways, We miss things you used to say, And when old times we do recall, It's when we miss you most of all. Love, your Family KARASAVIDIS, Stavros "Steve" Suddenly on Saturday October 9th, 2010 at his home in Georgetown. Steve, aged 46, beloved husband of Josie "Pina" and cherished father of Stefanie, Nikolas and Santana. Dear son of Theoharis and Olga Karassavidis Beloved sonin-law of Eugenio and Angela Pagnotta. Loving brother of Peter and Paul (Margaret). Loving brother-in-law of Rose (Mark), Mary (Mark) the late Mirella, Eugene Paul. Cherished nephew of George (Grace) Karassavidis and Jimmy (Manny) Thompsidis. Loved uncle to Leah, Sarah, Zachary, Miranda and Nathan. Greatly missed by cousins Olga, Steve, Alex and Alice. Friends will be received at the J.S. Jones & Son Funeral Home 11582 Trafalgar Road, north of Maple Avenue, Georgetown 905-8773631 on Wednesday from 7-9 pm and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral mass will be held at Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church, 1785 Matheson Boulevard, Mississauga L4W 1V2 on Friday October 15th, 2010 at 10:00 am. Interment Hillcrest Cemetery, Norval. In lieu of flowers contributions to Stefanie and Nikolas Education Trust Fund would be appreciated. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com Kingham Road Roseford Terrace ACTON CARRIERS NEEDED Churchill rd s Westcott Rd Wednesday, Oct. 20 Georgetown Horticultural Society: meets 7:30 p.m. at St. George's Church, Guelph St. Tonight: speakers Heather Bosman and Sandra Williamson on English Gardens. Bruce Trail hike: Level 1, 5-6 km loop hike on local trails. Depart at 9:30 a.m. from the Georgetown Market Place parking lot between Zellers and the grey medical building. Bring water and snacks. Lunch at a local eatery after the hike. Leader: Maureen, 905- 873-9757 haltonhillshikers@yahoo.ca Recognizing Depression Seminar: free, 7-8:30 p.m. at Georgetown library (Gallery), the Halton Region TAMI (Talking About Mental Illness Program) Program will talk about depression. Learn more about it, what it is, the early signs and symptoms, how to get help and the impact of depression. To register, 905-873-2381 ext. 2511. See Halton Hills Community Calendar, www.independentfreepress.com Bairstow Cres Main st Costigan Court Mountainview rd N. Dominion Gardens Maple Ave King street Rexway Drive McNabb street Heslop Court GEORGETOWN Tuesday, Oct. 19 Dessert euchre: hosted by the Womens' Association 7 p.m. at Nassagaweya Presbyterian Church, 3097 - 15 Sideroad, just east of Guelph Line. Lots of delicious desserts and prizes. Info: 905-878-6151. Business After Hours & Table Top Trade Show: at the Acton Town Hall Centre, Willow St. N. Sponsored by Superior Glove Works Ltd. & Purity Life Health Products. Free, but GEORGETOWN SOUTH Danby Road Karen Barber Drive Mullen IN MEMORIAMS OSBORNE, Linda October 17th, 1979 Watch me run, Watch me throw, Watch me catch a ball. Watch me skate, Watch me score, Watch me do it all! You're my special angel Watching over me from above. Watch me grow Nana! Love, Reilly GLEN WILLIAMS If interested, please call CIRCULATION 905-873-0301 Please recycle all your newspaper bags and kindly give them back to your carrier