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DEATHS DEATHS SHELLEY, Mervin Arthur After a short, courageous battle with cancer, it is with great sadness that the family announces that Merv passed away peacefully, on Tuesday November 8th, 2011 at home with his wife of 43 years, Sandy, by his side. Loving father of Brent (Joanne), Lisa (Scott) MacKay and Todd (Jennifer). Special Grandpa of Kody, Bryce, Reise, Michael, Amanda, and one expected grandchild, in May 2012. Dear brother of Jean (Floyd) and brother-in-law of Marilyn. Predeceased by his parents Art and Lee and by his older brother Gord. Merv will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends. The family would like to extend their special thanks to Cancer Care (Peterborough and Lakeridge) for the support and exceptional care for Merv and his family during this difficult time. Friends were received at the J.S. Jones & Son Funeral Home, 11582 Trafalgar Road, north of Maple Avenue, Georgetown 905-877-3631 on Friday November 11th from 6-9 pm. Funeral Service was held at St. Alban's Anglican Church, 537 Main Street, Glen Williams, on Saturday November 12th, 2011 at 2:00 pm. Cremation followed. In memory, contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com Businesses of the Month... 15 Independent & Free Press, Tuesday, November 15, 2011 SHONE, Maureen Isabella (nee Gibson) Formerly of Acton, passed away peacefully at the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital at the age of 78. Dearly missed by her husband of 56 years, Leonard Shone. Also survived by her sons Graeme (Irene) of Brampton and Andrew (Kim) of Wasaga Beach. Much adored Nana to Adam, David, Michael and Emily. Maureen also leaves behind her younger brother Phil (Jan) in Liverpool, U.K. as well as her nephews Christopher and Scott. Predeceased by her parents Richard and Belle Gibson also of Liverpool. A dancer, ballerina and choreographer, Maureen dedicated her life to the Performing Arts industry. Musical Theatre was her passion, both on stage and behind the scenes. From becoming a tap dancer at the age of 5, to a top-level Solo Seal member of the Royal Academy of Dance at 15 and a touring member of the Royal Ballet in England at age 16, Maureen achieved many of her goals and lived many of her dreams performing on stage in London, Liverpool, Edinburgh, New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. She would later go on to teach others, both as an award winning theatre choreographer with The York Minstrels and as a much loved instructor of dance at the Performance Studies department at Sheridan College in Oakville where they have created an annual Scholarship award in her honour. A gifted dancer, an admired teacher, a wonderful mother and a cherished Nana; a life well lived. Many thanks go out to the tireless and dedicated staff at Sunset Manor who worked so hard to make her final chapter of life, both comfortable and dignified. Thanks also go out to Dr. Engell and the staff at Collingwood General and Marine Hospital. At the request of Maureen, there will be no service. Instead, a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Fawcett Funeral Home in Collingwood. Many thanks to Danielle York and staff. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation to the Alzheimer's Society of Canada in Maureen's name. Maureen Shone - Forever Dancing FRERICHS, Evelyn E. L. Passed away peacefully at the Brampton Civic Hospital, in her 73rd year, on November 12th, 2011. Beloved wife of Duane for 48 years; cherished mother of Gary, Gail Legault (Kevin) and Kim. Survived by brother, Lawrence Coffin and sister, Lillian Ladner of Charlottetown, P.E.I., Sister's-in-law Jean Coffin of Charlottetown and Pat Holzworth (Dell) of Prince George, BC. Predeceased by brother, Richard Coffin of Charlottetown P.E.I., sister, Alice and husband Stirling Gamester of Georgetown, ON, brother-in-law, Cecil Ladner and sister-in-law, Florence Coffin of Charlottetown P.E.I. Beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. Evelyn, born in Boston, MA graduated as a RN from the P.E.I. Hospital in Charlottetown in 1959 and retired from Peel Memorial Hospital in Brampton after a 38 year career in nursing. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Friends will be received at the J.S. Jones & Son Funeral Home, 11582 Trafalgar Road, north of Maple Avenue, Georgetown ON 905-877-3631 on Tuesday, November 15th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 pm. Funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday, November 16th, 2011 at 11:00 am. Internment in Greenwood Cemetery. A special thank you to the Oncology and Palliative Care staff for their quality care. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Cancer Assistance Services of Halton Hills http://cancerassistance.org/html/donate.html or as desired. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com For October-- Georgetown Import Auto Service Georgetown Import Auto Service was chosen as October's Business of the Month by Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce. On hand to present the sign were (from left) Chamber representatives Lana Walsma and Wendy Farrow Reed, and Georgetown Import co-owners Par Brar and Mark Handy, with receptionist Jennalee Dunlop. Although their specialty is imported cars, especially Honda, the pair service all makes and models. Georgetown Import is located in the Knolcrest Plaza, 354 Guelph St. Photo by Ted Brown LIVINGSTONE, Angus "Bud" James WWII Veteran, Acadia Graduate Bud was born on July 25th, 1913 in Dundas, P.E.I. and passed away peacefully on November 11th, 2011, in his 99th year. Beloved husband of Phyllis (nee Hutton) for 68 years. Cherished father of Shirley, Suzanne (Jim Ramsay), and Marylou (Jim Loukides). Loving grandad of Ian Handy and Carolyn (nee Handy) Letourneau (Gil), Karsten and Malcolm Loukides. Great-grandad of Zoë and Quinton Letourneau. Heartfelt thanks to the staff at the Georgetown Hospital, the Bennett Centre and to Dr. Nigel Phipps. A memorial service will be held at St. John's United Church, 11 Guelph Street, Georgetown on Saturday, November 19th at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to St. John's United Church, 11 Guelph Street , Georgetown, Ontario L7G 3Z1, or the Georgetown Seniors Centre, 318 Guelph Street, Georgetown, Ontario L7G 4B5. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the J.S. Jones & Son Funeral Home, Georgetown 905-877-3631. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com LAVOIE-STOKES, Lucille (Lucy) With great sadness we announce the sudden passing of our mother and friend, Antoinette Lucille (Lucy) Lavoie - Stokes on Sunday November 13th, in her 94th year. Predeceased in March 1990 by her loving husband, Thomas Stokes. Will be greatly missed by her four children; Allen (Bette-Mae) Stokes of Tottenham, Bonnie Beam of North Bay, Betty (Joe) Power of Georgetown and Denise Boyd of Aldershot. She is pre-deceased by four brothers and one sister and remembered by Lucien (Francoise) and Claire. She has outlived all of Tom's family, 4 brothers and 2 sisters plus in-laws. Her passing has left a void with her 13 grandchildren, Darren (Susan) Stokes, Debbie Stokes (Robert McPhail), Blake Beam (Michelina), Michael Beam (Laura), Martin Beam (Michelle), Janet (Mark) Druery, David (Debbi-Lori) Power, Peter (Melanie) Power, Christine Power (Adam DaPonte), Ryan Purdy (Amanda), Adam Purdy, 22 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandc h i l d a n d a nyo n e w h o g o t t o k n ow m o m through their many years in Georgetown. We wish to thank all the staff of Allendale in Milton for their gentle care given to mom over the past 7 years there. 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. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday November 16th, at 2:00 pm. Interment Greenwood Cemetery, Georgetown. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. To send expressions of sympathy visit www.jsjonesandsonfuneralhome.com For November-- The Co-operators Ray Johnson & Associates Norm Paget (far left) and Tracey Wellon (far right) of the Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce present employees of Georgetown's The Co-operators Ray Johnson & Associates with the Business of the Month Award for November. The local Co-operators' branch has provided insurance coverage and financial services for the past 16 years, moving into its new downtown location this past year. Also in the photo (front, from left) are: Barb Henderson, Flora Swift, and Michelle Laroche. Back row: Matt Donohoe, Andrew Nicholl, and Ray Johnson. Photo by Eamonn Maher Legion Ladies to meet at new time By JANET MALLOY Georgetown Legion Ladies Auxiliary News Flash: Our monthly General Meetings will now be starting at a new time-- 7:30 p.m.-- beginning at our November 17th General Meeting. Reminder too, girls, to bring a food donation to the food box that we draw at our annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, November 19th from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Gentle reminder girls that our annual membership dues are $15 and you can pay the night of our General Meeting to Comrade Colleen Bond, who is our membership chairwoman. We had two new initiations at our October meeting and a warm welcome to Comrades Nicki Romita and Cathy Seaton. We also gave out Certificates of Appreciation to the students who CLASSIFIED 905-873-0301 are: Robin-Lee Arnold, Erica Bradley, Cassandra Broadbent, Rebecca Cyr, Adrianna and Sabrina DaCosta, Kelly Gill, Amber and Ashely Green, Erika Heissler, Brittany and Kendra Hole, Madi Jenkins, Charlton Milley, Mercedes Presswood, and Stephanie Trevorrow. We commend all of the youth for giving so much of their time and we admire your dedication and involvement, and for setting a positive example in our community. Congratulations to all of you! Upcoming Events: · Christmas Potluck Dinner Thursday, Dec. 15th at 7 p.m. · Ladies Elimination Night January 20th, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets $15. To our shut-ins and or those of our Comrades who are under the weather, we think of you often!