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C4 - The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday February 26, 2003 Oakville's Black History focus of Heritage Day celebration at museum Allhough Black History Month offi cially ends on Friday, the Oakville Museum at Erchless Estate w ill go ahead with its Heritage Day celebra tions this Sunday. The event was can celled last week due to a bad snow storm. Oakville historian Alvin Duncan will be at the museum as part of this event from 1 - 4 p.m., to discuss Oakville's intriguing history and its contribution to the Underground Railroad. Oakville Heritage Day will feature two exhibits, O akville's Black History, and A Glimpse o f Black Life in Victorian Toronto: 1850 to 1860 chronicling the contributions of the Black community to the development of Toronto. Duncan, a direct descendent of James Wesley H ill, acted as a consultant to the museum for Oakville's Black History exhibit currently on display. Duncan w ill share his knowledge and stories on Oakville's black history, and the abolition of the Institution of Slavery. Many African Americans who fled to Oakville are indebted to Captain Robert Wilson and James Wesley Hill. Hill made many trips down to Maryland to help individuals escape slavery. Tlte Many Roads to Buxton, a short documentary about the Elgin Settlement in Buxton, Ont., can be viewed at the celebration. It was one of the few Black settlements in Canada founded by Rev. William King in 1849. Local artist Jayne Coryell will be teaching Lessons in Hand Embroidery. in conjunction with the exhibit titled Em broidered Inspirations: History through the Needle's Eye. The museum is located at 8 Navy St., call 905-338-4400. Regular admission is $3.25 includ ing refreshments. k t ie y o u r w in d o w s w ith © ccCteo?/1 Dedicated volunteers visit Alzheimer dients for VON If you arc struggling to care for a loved one with Alzheimer Disease VON Halton can help. VON Halton offers a number of support resources to help families, caregivers, and individuals cope with the struggles that arise while dealing with this degener ative disease. VON Halton's Special Steps volunteer visiting program is just one exam ple of the many dementiaspecific support services that the organization offers the community. Hermann Paffrath and his wife Luigia have been Luigia and Hermann I'affrath are Italian speak volunteer visitors wilh ing volunteer visitors for VO N H alton 's VO N for over two years. Alzheim er clients. Both Luigia and Hermann are Italian-speaking, so supporting eld meet the needs of the clients, which is erly members of Oakville's Italian com the ultimate goal of the volunteer pro gram. The Paffraths called the number munity really appealed ti> them. " I enjoy seeing his face light up provided, and were connected with vol when I arrive for a visit," says Hermann unteer coordinator Lilian Kee. "Lilian has been a great help to both when asked about why he likes to vol of us during the volunteering process. unteer with VON. " Because we speak the same lan She is always there to provide support guage. we are able to connect and recol and advice-- not just during the begin lect on his past, and on his childhood in ning. but always." VON Halton sup ports volunteers in a variety of ways, for Italy." The client that Hermann volunteers example, by facilitating in-service pro with has lost much of his English as a gramming that provides education to result of his Alzheimer's. Making the volunteers on a number of health and connection with an Italian-speaking community support issues. Most impor tantly. VO N 's volunteer coordinators volunteer means that he is stimulated by meaningful conversation in his first lan are committed to meeting the specific needs and circumstances of both the guage. Luigia's client recently moved into a long-term care facility in volunteer and the client. VON Halton offers a variety of other Mississauga, but this has not stopped the two from visiiing. Luigia admits that services to help families cope with Alzheimer Disease, including: she has " become very attachdl to my · A Seniors Day Program open client, and it is almost as if she has adopted me as part of the family. Her Mondays to Saturdays. · Caregiver education sessions and a grandson was always so pleased to see me when I would go over to the house lending library. · Caregiver support groups across for a visit. Although I am saddened by Halton. her move, I am very happy with the res ·A Wandering Person Registry oper idence that she has been placed in. It is ated in partnership with the Alzheimer lovely, and she deserves only the best." Society and the Halton Police. The couple first heard about VON · Nursing services and personal sup Halton's volunteer program while port workers. watching the local cable channel. An If you require information about any advertisement asking for Italian-speaking volunteers appeared on the screen, of VON Halton's programs or services, and immediately Hermann and Luigia or are interested in VON volunteer became interested. By posting specific opportunities, call 905 827-8800 or visit volunteer requirements VON is able to www.vonhalton.ca. LL DRAPE SHEERS C ru sh e d · Printed · Solids Em broidered · Marbled W m m W 'T .t O A K V ILLE ·2501 Hampshire Gate Road (905) 829-1004 NEW Opening March 1st - . BURLINGTON 3230 Fairview Street (905) 681-7698 · BouCictir C r e a te a b e a u tifu l life w w w .b o u cla ir.co m Community Notices D eath s D eaths da SILVEIRA. Anne Laird - Peacefully on Sunday. D eaths PETTEGREW, Mary (nee Sopinka) II is wilh great sadness that the family announces Ihe passing of a kind and compassionate soul on Sunday, February 23, 2003 al West Oak Village, Oakville. Mary was 79 years old. She touched the lives ol many during her nursing career in both Canada and the United Stales. Predeceased by her husband. Robert, parents Metro and Anaslasia, and brothers Michael and John Beloved sister of Ted and his wife Halina ol Hamilton. Sisler ol Walter (Penny) and Nick (Sue). Favourite aunt of Alicia, Michael and Natalie. Survived by many nieces and nephews She will be sadly missed by her good Iriend Harry Ellis, and her many care givers Al Mary's request, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later dale. (Arrangements entrusted to Donald V. Brown Funeral Home, Sloney Creek). BRANSCOMBE, Frank A .- With much sadness his family announces Franks passing in his 86th year, on Monday February 24, 2003, al Ihe Greater Niagara General Hospital Beloved husband and best friend of Mildred for 63 years: Cherished lather ol Larry and his daughters Jodie Werner (Steve), and Robin: the lale Paul, his wile Ann-Louise and Iheir children Andrew. Adam, Kaly and the late Karin; Linda, her husband Glenn Meyers and Iheir children Elaine Biggar (Colin)^nd Ian, and Stewart, his friend Oawn MacKenzie and his children Sherri Lavalle (Larry) and Kevin. Frank is also survived by his sister Winnifred Branscombe, his mother-in-law Eva Hoffman, and his sister-in-law Mae Rose and Ethel Smith He is special great grandpa to Michael, Spencer, Dalton, Marissa. Jake and Max He is also survived by several nieces and nephews as well as many dear Iriends, many of whom are fellow members of the Rotary Club of Niagara Falls, his club for over 43 years Frank founded his land development company. River Really Development Ltd., 53 years ago, and developed residential subdivisions in Niagara Falls. St. Catharines, Welland, Fonfhill and Whitby As well he developed many commercial properties including the Town and Country Plaza, Niagara Falls, and Midtown Plaza. St. Catharines. In 1977 Frank and Mildred established Ihe Branscombe Family Foundation lhal has focused on areas ol education, heath, and advancement ol children's causes. Many agencies and institutions, most of them in the Niagara Region, have been beneficiaries. For his many years of Philanthropy, Frank received numerous honours, among them was an honorary doctorate from Brock University in 1995 granted for ' his distinguished humanitarian service lo Ihe Niagara Peninsula and beyond." In 1999, with support Irom Regional Chair Debbie Zimmerman, he was instrumental in the establishment of Ihe Niagara Community Foundation. More recently, together with Mr, Jim Glynn, he spearheaded the Bi-National Initiative between Niagara College and Niagara University lo provide joint education courses for students of both sides of the border. A tireless worker lor'and believer in the aims and objectives ol Rolary International, his personal and Family Foundalion donations, matched wilh Rotary grants, have helped thousands ol people in third world countries. Already a Paul Harris Fellow, Ihe contributions ol Frank and Mildred lo furthering Rotary's work were recognized by his club in 1999, and Rolary International has placed their portrait in its Hall of Honour. The Branscombe family wishes to extend Iheir heart felt thanks to Ihe special doctors and health care providers lor their compassion. Special lhanks to Dr. Robert Ainslie. Dr. Ian Brown, and Dr. Kevin Foster. Also lo Debbie ol Para Med, Elda and the staff on Unif C af G.N.G H., Cindy and Staff ol Trilliam Place. Lisa, and with particular lhanks to Calhy Allan of Palliative Care, Truly an angel among us. Frank will be greatly missed by his family, Iriends, and his community Mr. Branscombe is al Ihe Morse & Son Chapel ol the Morgan Funeral Homes. 5917 Main Street. Niagara Falls, where his lam ily w ill receive Iriends from 2-4 and 7-9 pm on Tuesday and Wednesday Service lo celebrale his life w ill be held at his home church, Stamlord United Church. 3855 St. Peter Street (at St. John Street) on Thursday Morning al 11 o'clock. Interment Pleasantview Memorial Gardens. As an expression of sympathy, Ihose who wish may make memorial donations to either Ihe Niagara Community Foundation, the Rolary International Foundalion or to the Niagara Falls Rotary Club Foundalion. Online guesf register al www.morganluneral.com February 23, 2003 at her home in Oakville. Anne beloved wile ol Gilbert Loved molher ol Sean and his wile Elizabeth Finlayson, James and his wife Paula Silveira and Tony and his wife Elaine Silveira. Dear sister of James and his wife Elaine Strain. Dear friend of Pal Wildes Visitation was held at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral Service 10:30 a m. Wednesday February 26, 2003 at Knox Presbyterian Church, 89 Dunn Street, Oakville In lieu of flowers, donations to Knox Presbyterian Church, UNICEF (Save the,Children Fund) or to the Canadian Cancer Society Sorry...this seat's taken by over 250,000 Ontarians. "P lease su p p o rt O ntario M arch o f D im es." L e s lie N ie lse n H onorary Cam paign Cltair 2003 MACD0UGALL, Freda (nee Tevendale) Surrounded by her family, Freda passed away peacefully on February 21, 2003, in her 75th year. Loving wile of Angus lor 53 years Dear mother of Lorna. Alison and Colin Sadly missed by grandchildren Derryck and Ariel. A private family service has taken place. Heartfelt thanks to the dedicated staff of Allendale Care Facility. Donations in Freda's memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society. REYNOLDS, Florence G. (nee Neilson) McFARLAND, Alvin - Peacefully at home, on Monday. February 24, 2003 Alvin (Ab) will be lovingly remembered by his brothers, Howard and Bruce and by his sister Helen Pullen. Also lovingly remembered by his nieces, nephews and friends Family and friends were received at the Ward Funeral Home, 109 Reynolds Street, Oakville. Tuesday evening from 6 9 p.m. Service in the Chapel Wednesday afternoon al 1 o'clock with inlerment at St. Jude's Cemetery. If so desired, donations to the Oakville-Tralalgar Memorial Hospital would be appreciated. Passed away peacefully and contented at home on February 22, 2003, three days before her 78th birthday Loving Mom of Heather (Jeff) and Karen (Jonathan) Treasured Grandma ol Craig and Emily Pew. Ben Sam and Max Angel: and will also be missed by Rebecca and Cameron MacDonald. Among her many interests and activities, Flo was highly respected for her work in early childhood education and her dedicated involvement with the Bronte Historical Society. She will be sadly missed by her many dear friends and relatives including her brother Jim (Marjorie), brother-in-law Ted (Shirley), niece Susan and nephews David. Scott and Jim. as well as Helen and Jim of Scotland Predeceased by her beloved sisler Doreen. Memorial visitation al the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service lo celebrale Flo's life w ill be held al Walton Memorial United Church. 2489 Lakeshore Road*West, Oakville on Thursday, February 27, 2003 al 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Any donations should be made to Ihe Bronte Historical Society, 7 West River Street Oakville, ON L6L 6N9 II ONTARIO MARCH O F DIMES www.dimes.on.ca 1 -8 0 0 -2 6 3 -D IM E (3463) MULHERiN, Dorothy Steen R.N. - Born Dundee. Scotland, June 28.1916. Passed away Friday, February 21. 2003 al Allendale Care Centre. Milton. Beloved wife ol John. Loving mother of Susan (R.N.) and her husband Terry Palmer and Michelle. Slep-mother of Marilyn Lachance of Hamilton, Loving grandmother of Bailie Palmer and Michael J Mulherin. Survived by her brother Thomas Steen and his wile Olive ol Picton, Ontario and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation was at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West. Oakville from 7-9 p.m Saturday. Funeral Service was held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, February 23,2003 in the chapel. Cremation. For those who wish, memorial contributions to Halton Peel Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. `Merciful God Grant Her Eternal Rest' PESKETT, Lucille (Member of the Catholic Womens League, SI. Dominic Parish). On February 22. 2003 al B urlington's "Village of Tansley Woods' , in her 92nd year Predeceased by her beloved husband Bert, daughter Lind^, sisters and brolhers. She is survived by her son Ronald, his wife Lee, grandchildren Daniel and Kimberly and four great grandchildren She will be sorely missed by her dear Iriend Norah Rowan, her nieces and nephews and many other Iriends. Visitation was held at Ihe Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home. 64 Lakeshore Road West. Oakville from 6-8 p.m. on Monday. February 24 Funeral Mass 10:00 a.m. Tuesday February 25.2003 af St Dominic Parish, 2415 Rebecca Street, Oakville. Interment Trafalgar Lawn Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial contributions lo the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated YOUNG, Charles Fraiicis Wilh great sadness, Ihe family of Charles Francis Young announce his death on Friday, February 21.2003 al Oakville-Tralalgar Memorial Hospital. He was in his 97th year Beloved husband ol Elizabeth (nee Fothergill) lor 57 years. Loved lalher of Brian. Walter. Marion, and her husband Bill Cumming and grandfather ol Andrew. Dear brother of Irma Scotl in England Remembered by nieces and nephews in England and Canada. Charles was a World War II Veteran and a retired tool and die maker from General Electric Lamp Plant and Ihe Schlegel Co ol Oakville. A special thank you lo Dr. Wu, Dr. Sapir and Ihe nursing staff in T.C U at Oakville-Tralalgar Memorial Hospital for fheir tender, compassionate care. In lieu of (lowers, donations lo the Renal Dialysis Unit of OakvilleTrafalgar Memorial. Hospital would be appreciated. A private family funeral and burial al Trafalgar Lawn Cemetery, Oakville has laken place. Arrangements entrusted lo Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home. 64 Lakeshore Road West. Oakville. RRSPs NOW IS A GREAT TIME TO PLAN FOR YOUR FUTURE Fam ilyServices Alcoholics Anonymous If you drink, that's your business If you want to quit, That's Ours! (416) 487-5591 (905) 631-8784 Call me for some neighbourly advice on Registered Retirement Savings Plans (R R S P s ) available through State Farm Investor Services. Andrew Heideman State Farm Representative 2828 Kingsway Drive 2nd Floor Oakville. ON L6J 7M2 905-829-0018 andrew.heideman.bdus@statefarm.com Services Investor