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an Ferrone is a genuine local Dhero.Not only because he‘s had his paws around the Grey Cup two times as a Toronto Argonaut (1983 and 1991). Although, that is kinda neat. And not only because he devotes many, many hours to many, many charities, like the Cancer Society and the Red Cross and Big Brothers and more. No one disputes he is a fine man. He‘s certainly not a hero just because he‘s a constantly reliable source of information to the local media, speaking candidly and in complete sentences. Some folks find this amazing. Family and community remain priorities for allâ€"star Argonaut He said, when we finally met for the first time, "I‘m forever trying to combat the ‘dumb‘ football player stereotype." (Oh man, he reads minds, too. Let‘s put that dumb footâ€" bail player myth to rest right now.) No, Mr. Ferrone‘s heroism has more to do with the way he puts it all together and brings it home; his valâ€" ues. All he wants, he says, is to be a "good son, a good father, a good husâ€" band, and a good friend." And maybe it is this simple set of rules that has allowed him to keep his feet firmly in touch with the ground through 12, often brutal, sometimes glamorous, Afuneral Bome We take a great sense of pride in providing the quality, caring service you expect for your loved ones. As dedicated, trustworthy professionals, we feel it is our responsibility to accommodate you with a broad range of services. We will take care of all the details and complexities, making sure we provide a memorable, meaningful service. Our service does not end after the funeral. We are available to help you, and can provide informative literature on coping with grief. If we can be of assistance in helping you make funeral and cremation arrangements or simply answer any questions you may have, please do not hesitate to call. TERRY COOKE ) MANAGER SHAUN WEBB FUNERAL DIRECTOR 56 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST OAKVILLE, ONTARIO L6K 107 (416) 842â€"2252 years of pro sport. (He may not be done yet; he‘s keeping his options open. We think at 35, after 193 career games, four of them in the CFL Championships, the 5â€"time Allâ€"Star has nothing left to prove on the gridâ€" iron.) The six footâ€"two inch, 260 pound former Blakelock lineman said in our recent interview, ""When I started out with the Argos in 1981 I though the (fancy) cars were going to be imporâ€" tant â€" and the (big) houses _ but that‘s not it." He looked around his comfortable Glen Abbey home and grinned. "So far so good though." What is clear is that Ferrone‘s children, Matthew, 10, Marco, 8, Danielle, 4 and wife, Barb are the centre of his universe; the focal point for every decision he makes, he says. (You have to love a guy who will get down on his knees and go noseâ€"toâ€"nose with a fourâ€"yearâ€" (See ‘Ferrone‘ page 22) ©1993 Trillium Funeral Service Corp. DON CLARKE FUNERAL DIRECTOR Dan Ferrone with children (I to r) Matthew, 10, Marco, 8 and Danielle, 4. f o rAnfr x/ Â¥xx : * _ THE ONLY THING WE OVERLOOK Buying or Selling a condo is an important decision requiring very careful consideration. As Oakville‘s leader in condo sales over ANN SHORE the past 3 1/2 years, Ann Shore will be more than pleased to _ _ provide you with any help or guidance you may need without REMBEK each omce ndeoendenw REALTY CORP. obligation. Don‘t hesitate to call her at 842â€"7000. 0;;;;;7; th Sevice Rd. E Not intended to solicit properties already listed for sale. 842â€"7000 4 WINNER OF REMAX‘S HIGHEST INTERNATIONAL "HALL OF FAME" AWARD Downtown Oakville offers shopping and dining in a unique, byâ€"theâ€" lake setting, overlooking Oakville Harbour. 350 shops and services, offering a remarkable selection of contemporary fashions, home accessories and a rich diversity of special gifts for every occasion. For more information, call 844â€"4520 Don‘t forget ... free Saturday Parking in all municipal lots (excluding the parking garage) and park free throughout downtown Oakville every Sunday and evenings after 6:00 p.m. Therve‘s no place like it! (Photo by Christine Chew)