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DEATHS DAY, Bryan Murray Peacefully at the Juravinski Cancer Centre, Hamilton on Monday, November 28th, 2011 in his 59th year. Bryan, loving husband of Susan (nee Collett). Dear father of Christopher (Michelle), Jeremy (Lauren), Lauren Levesque (Stephen) and Sean. Cherished grandfather of Leah Levesque. Dearly missed by his mother Shirley Day, and his sister Cindy Van Horn (Brian). Predeceased by his father Rex Day. Bryan will also be dearly missed by his parentsin-law Cindy and Garnet Collett, his niece Brianne, his nephews Kyle, Brendan, Alex and Greg and Aunt Lois, Uncle Ross, Aunt Willa, Aunt Elva and Uncle Earl. Bryan was a devoted husband and father. As a talented musician, his music was enjoyed by many. He also enjoyed motorcycling, cooking and being surrounded by the beauty of nature and his dogs. Visitation at Port Nelson United Church, 3132 South Drive, Burlington, on Saturday, December 3rd, 2011 from 10:00 am until time for a Celebration of Bryan's life at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations to Port Nelson United Church or to the Juravinski Cancer Centre would be sincerely appreciated by the family. www.smithsfh.com GILL, Floyd N. Peacefully at Stratford General Hospital, with his family at his side, on Monday, November 28th, 2011. Floyd N. Gill, age 86 years, of St. Marys and formerly of Georgetown. Predeceased by his wife Janet. Dear father of Randall and Bonnie Gill of Huntsville, Lori and Murray Wickham of St. Marys, Lynn and Declan Kiernan of Inglewood, Mar tin and Lori Pollock of Georgetown, Bob and Donna Davey of Georgetown. Proud grandfather of Andrea, Heather and Adam, Jacqueline, Matthew, Nathan, Jolanda, Lindsay, Mitchell and Adam. Missed by surviving sisters Florence and Audrey, nieces, nephews and their families, Ted and Sharon Podsadecki and the St. Mar ys Community. Floyd was a proud veteran of WWII. At Floyd's request cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral home visitation or service. In his memory donations to Salvation Army would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be made by calling the L.A. Ball Funeral Chapel at 519-284-1480. Online condolences at www.ballfc.ca. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the St. Marys Memorial Hospital and Stratford General Hospital for the exemplary care Floyd received. PASMA, Helen (neé Greijdanus) Called home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 25th, 2011 after recently celebrating her 97th birthday. Predeceased by her husband Sipke (Sid) in 1983 and five brothers and sisters. Survived by her sons: John (Carol), Ray (Vickie), Wayne, Syd (Renee) and Jake (Renee). Loving grandmother to: Kristie, Kerrie and Kimberley; Rod and Jeff; Jason, Christopher and Jeremy; Kristen and Shannon and greatgrandmother to twenty one. She is also survived by her sisters Sylvia and Tina and her brother Jake, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to meet the family at Bethel Christian Reformed Church, 365 Queen Street, East, Acton for a Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving on Thursday, December 1st, 2011 at eleven o'clock. Remembrances to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. "If we have died with Him, We also live with Him, If we endure, We will also reign with Him." Timothy 2.12 On line condolences and donations may be made at www.mackinnonfamilyfuneralhome.com 1-877-421-9860 - toll free 15 Independent & Free Press, Tuesday, November 29, 2011 Mayor's Masquerade Ball raises $26,200 Johnson's colouring contest winners Johnson Associates Real Estate Ltd. Brokerage owner Finn Poulstrup, poses with the annual Johnson's colouring contest winners Justin Mezzatesta, Carson Roberts and Jessica Sharkey while Mayor Rick Bonnette offers congratulations. Photo by Ron Stiel Mayor Rick Bonnette's first-ever Masquerade Ball, a fundraiser supporting the Georgetown Hospital raised $26,200. The event at the Acton Town Hall Centre, co-sponsored by Dufferin Aggregates, included an evening of music, magic and a casino. Presenting the cheque to John Oliver, President & CEO of Halton Healthcare Services (centre), were Bonnette (left) and the mayor's assistant Nancy Surette. Photo by Ron Stiel Order of Niagara awarded Bob Gracey, a longtime member of St. John's Anglican Church, Stewarttown, was presented with the Order of Niagara recently by Bishop Michael Bird at the Cathedral in Hamilton. Photo submitted Alia n Tanjay officially opens At the opening of the Alia n Tanjay store in Georgetown Market Place, store staff gathered with politicians to cut the ribbon officially opening the store. From left, Rebecca Kennedy (sales), Halton Hills Ward 3 Councillor Dave Kentner, Alley Hicks (sales), store manager Melanie Madden, Halton Hills Ward 3 Councillor Moya Johnson, Mayor Rick Bonnette, Carol Hall (staff), Sajjad Hudda, president Nygard Retail, Shelley Magee, Nygard Regional Sales Manager and Laurie MacKenzie (sales). Photo by Ted Brown Pioneer(ing) effort BABY HONOUR ROLL 2011 Don't Miss Out!! THURSDAY DECEMBER 29th COST $48.00 (tax included) Call Kristie at: 905-873-0301 #222 Or email: kpells@theifp.ca OR classified@theifp.ca Cancer Assistance Services of Halton Hills (CAShh) recently received a $5,000 donation from Pioneer Hi-Bred, Canada's leading developer of plant genetics and hybrid seeds. The company held a contest called Operation: Seed the Need, where employees could nominate a charity of their choice that could benefit from a $5,000 donation. Georgetown resident Milena Deacon, who works at Pioneer's research centre in Caledon, nominated CAShh and out of nearly 400 employees across Canada, hers was chosen. Joining Deacon (left) for the presentation were CAShh treasurer Lee Manley and executive director Sheila Smith. Photo by Ted Brown Enterprising moms Anne Marrie Tywcnek (left) shows off her line of women-friendly tools while centre TerryLynn Hill offers Vemma Verve and right, Colleen Cairns and Michelle Lockwood promote Passion Parties at the Halton Hills Mompreneurs' Showcase at Christ the King School. The event showcased services and products offered by local women in business.