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510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help DEATHS Blue Heron Woodworks DEATHS Gourley, Marjorie Edna January 17th, 1930 - February 12th, 2010 Passed away peacefully at Barrie, Ontario with her family at her side. Marjorie was born in Toronto and then moved to Georgetown in 1957 with her husband Terry Glover, son Gary and daughter Susan. Thomas was born in 1962. She spent all of her Georgetown years at 56 McIntyre Crescent before moving to Mountainview Residence in 2005. She was an active member of the St. Andrew's United Church where she volunteered on many committees and held various positions within the church. Marjorie was active in the community, especially the North Halton Distress Centre where she volunteered for over 30 years and was one of their charter members. She also worked at the Halton Hills Health Unit for many years. Marjorie was widowed in 1973 and got remarried to Ray Gourley in 1975 and welcomed Mike into her family. Loved mother of Gary (Cindy), Susan (Judith), Thomas (Vali) and Michael (Constance). Cherished grandma of Cedar (Bob), Melissa, Mac, Terry, Chandra, Jennifer, Leanne, Kaitlyn, Emily, Avery, Christopher, Meagan, Patrick and Kelly and great-grandma of Maggie. Fondly remembered by her sister Sharon van dePolder, nieces and nephews Carrie (Cameron), Ryan, Cameron, Karen, Kim, Jeffrey and Robert. Friends will be received at the J.S. Jones and Son Funeral Home, 11582 Trafalgar Road, north of Maple Avenue, Georgetown on Tuesday February 23rd, 2010 from 1-2 pm. A celebration of Marjorie's life will be held in the chapel on Tuesday at 2:00 pm. Reception to follow in the Trafalgar Room. In lieu of flowers, in memory contributions to the Cancer Assistance Services of Halton Hills would be appreciated. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com DEATHS THATCHER, Alfred Henry Alfred passed away peacefully in his home, on Sunday, February 14th, 2010 at age 89, surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Margaret for 48 years. Alfred was the adored father of Caroline (Jim), Heather (Greg) and James (Theresa) and the much loved grandfather of: Jeremy, Ryan, AmberLea, Rebecca, Carleigh, Melissa, Danielle, Tristan, Ashleigh and Eric. He was the son of the late Alfred and Louise Thatcher and brother of Cynthia, the late Ivy, Rita and Derek. He will be missed by his extended family. Alfred was a decorated WWII Veteran. He served from 1938 to 1946 in France, Italy, Sicily and North Africa. Special thanks to Dr. Minc, Dr. Vanderbent and all the medical staff who gave such good care to Alfred. Friends are invited to join the family at the MacKinnon Family Funeral Home, 55 Mill Street East, Acton on Thursday, February 18th, 2010 from ten o'clock until the funeral service which will be conducted by the Rev. Pieter van Harten in the "Shoemaker Chapel" at eleven o'clock. Cremation has taken place. Remembrances to The Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. On line condolences 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) 15 Independent & Free Press, Thursday, February 18, 2010 W I NT E R CLEARANCE SALE Saturday February 20th 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at our SHOWROOM located at 11998 WINSTON CHURCHILL BOULEVARD 2kms north of Mayfield Road / River Drive Georgetown New Ready to Finish Handcrafted Furniture Armoire, dressers, wardrobes, night tables, door chest, hutch and buffet, china cabinets, corner cabinets, pantry, bookcases, desks, deacon benches, hall tree, sofa tables, drysink, coffee and end tables, hall throne, TV / flat panel component stand, microwave stand, plant stands, kids benches, magazine racks, magazine tables, and much, much more. Bring a truck take it with you! ORDERS WELCOME!! BIRTHS IN MEMORIAMS ALGAR, Ralph - In loving memory of our dear father, father-in-law and grandfather who passed away on February 18th, 2009 You did so many things for us. Your heart was kind and true. When we needed someone, we could always count on you. Sad are the hearts that love you. Silent are the tears that fall. Living our life without you is the hardest part of all. You're never more than a thought away, quietly remembered every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed, still very dear. Always loved and remembered by Susie, Darlene, Cindy and families 525 Office Help 525 Office Help 715 Moving & Storage USERS STORAGE. Safe, 24 hour access, storage - variable sizes at lowest price in Halton. Heated building in Acton. Fenced outdoor storage for cars and boats also available For information 519-8539638 or 519-853-2888. 700 Home Improvements 702 Garbage Removal & Hauling SPECIALIZING in framing, drywall and taping. No job too small! 17 years experience, basements, additions, hardwood floor refinishing, finish carpentry, ceramics etc. Call Gary 416-5660492. THE Junk Truck. Cleans up your garage, basement, yard. Whatever you don't want anymore. Pricing includes all labour and disposal costs. Call Denise 905-7023795. classified@independentfreepress.com LaROSE Rob LaRose and Sarah Vokey are pleased to announce the arrival of Natalie Lynn LaRose, born January 7th, 2010, weighing 8 lbs., 13 1/2 ozs. Proud grandparents are Paul and Susan LaRose, Darlene Larocque and Clarence Vokey. She is a wonderful addition to our Family and Great Grandpa is looking over her. A special Thank You to all the staff at Georgetown Hospital. 702 Garbage Removal & Hauling 705 Handyperson A Dump run for garbage and junk at contractor rates! We also load and remove furniture/ lumber/ yard waste /etc. Dump fees may not apply. Compact bin, snowploughing and firewood available. Licensed since `82. LS Contracting. (Larry) 905-873-4438 cell 905299-7000. HANDYMAN Home Repair Renovation Bathroom, new decks and repair. Call Rick 519-853-1510. CLUNEY Mike and Steph are tickled pink to announce the early but safe arrival of Madison Lynn on February 5th, 2010, weighing in at 5 lbs., 4 ozs. Proud grandparents for the 1st time are Brenda Cluney and Maurice Duguay and 3rd grandchild for Bill and Diane Castle. Thank you to all the staff at St. Josephs Hospital in London for their special care. HANDYMEN. Any job big or small, countertops, drywall, tape, mudding, painting, carpentry, flooring. Call Ken for great rates. A1-JUNK Rubbish re- 905-877-9467. moval, old furniture / appliances / unwanted items. Garage/basement clean-outs / Painting & renovation and yard 710 Decorating waste. We load, we haul. Call The Junk NEED a Professional Boys 905-877-7257 or Painter? Call John at 905-702-8454. cell 416-576-5776. BEST price, garbage, junk removal, furniture, appliances, etc. House, garage, basement clean outs. Fully insured. Ray's Property Services. 905-8777774. DEATHS VICKERY, Ken The family of Ken Vickery sadly announces his passing at his home in Rockwood, on Saturday February 13th, 2010, at age 58. Kenneth George Vickery, son of the late James and Annie Vickery of Acton. Brother of Lynda and Allin Bowen of Owen Sound. Predeceased by siblings, Doug Vickery, Joyce Soper and Lee Vickery. Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Cremation has taken place and there will be a memorial service in the Blue Springs Funeral Home chapel, Thursday February 18, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. with a time of visiting to follow. Remembrances may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society. Spring interment, Fairview Cemetery, Acton. Blue Springs Funeral Home 12 Church Street, East Acton, Ontario L7J 1K4 519-853-2399 THORN, Frank Frank Thomas George Thorn, of Stratford, passed away at the Stratford General Hospital on Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 in his 91st year. Born in Stratford, he was a son of the late Thomas and Louise (Moses) Thorn. He was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church and had been employed at Prestonia Stationery in Stratford for over 35 years. Beloved husband of Rhoma (Whitehouse) Thorn whom he married at St. Andrew's Church on July 28th, 1951. Dear father of Ken Thorn and wife Susan Tupling of Georgetown, Bill Thorn of Stratford and Bob Thorn of Waterloo. Dear grandfather of Andrew Thorn. Also survived by one sister, Dorothy Chitovas of Drumbo; sisters-in-law, Lillian Thorn of Goderich, Bernice Thorn of Hickson and Charlotte Schultz of Quebec City. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and their families. He was predeceased by brothers; George Thorn and wife Winnie, Bert Thorn and wife Jay, Jack Thorn, Fred Thorn and wife Eva and Art and Jim Thorn; sisters, Florence Thorn and Ivy Oliver and husband Lloyd; brothers-inlaw and sisters-in-law Mike Chitovas, Roy Schultz and wife Irene, Harold Schultz and Ethel Murray and husband Irwin. Cremation will take place with interment at God's Holy Acre, Stratford. Relatives and friends will be received at the Heinbuck Funeral Home, 156 Albert Street, Stratford on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A memorial service will be held at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Stratford on Saturday, February 20th, 2010 at 1:00 pm Rev. Dr. Hugh Jones will officiate. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of one's choice through the funeral home. www.heinbuck.com ALGAR, Ralph In loving memory of my beloved husband who passed away on February 18th, 2009 I stood beside your bedside, my heart was sad and sore. I tended you with loving care, until I could no more. Now while midnight stars are shining upon your silent grave, beneath it sleeps the one I loved and the one I could not save. Now Father up in Heaven, don't leave him all alone. Just love him up in Heaven, as I loved him here at home. Love, Barb NEED a quick cost effective change.....Let a Fresh Coat of Paint Brighten up your home. Call Scott 416-7020733. KENNEDY, Peggy Sheila Peacefully at the Bennett Health Care Centre, Georgetown, Ontario on Thursday, February 11th, 2010. Peggy, in her 97th year was predeceased by her husband Joseph in 2008. They had been married for 72 years. Peggy will be sadly missed by her son Brian (Lynn), her daughter Janet (Leslie), her grandchildren Beth (Rusty), Douglas (Sonya), Sarah (James), Christie (Steve) and Robert and also by her great grandchildren Katie, Joey, Liam, Ben, Abby, Livia, Cayden and Kailey. Peggy's life will be celebrated at a private family service. Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com PENNEY, Jean In loving memory of a dear Wife, Mother and Grandmother who passed away February 19th, 2002 God called you so quietly, That only you could hear, And no one heard the footsteps, Of the Angels drawing near. We never asked for miracles, But today just one would do, To hear the front door open, And to see you walking through. Always remembered, Joe and family