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12- PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, April 1, 1997 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" Fond farewell to Brown Friends, colleagues roast departing CEO By J. Peter Hvidsten Port Perry Star Words don't always con- vey an accurate picture, but quite often do provide an insight into the charac- ter and quality of an individual. This was the case last week when more than 100 people gathered to listen as friends and colleagues of David Brown gave him a suitable send off on his retirement. Mr. Brown retired as CEO of Community Mem- orial Hospital last week after spending 23 years nurturing and growing the facility through accredita- tions, expansion and gov- ernment cutbacks. Many of his colleagues, including physicians, staff and hospital board mem- bers, credited Mr. Brown with providing a major contribution towards the development of the excel- lent facility which the com- munity enjoys today. 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When Mr. Brown finally had his chance to speak the amiable man said he was humbled and honored for the words of kindness expressed during the evening. He spoke highly of his hospital staff, saying he has a special feeling for each one, and couldn't have asked for better people to work with. "When you surround yourself with good people, they help make you look good," he said. He also had high words of praise for the medical staff, the hospital board me:nbers and volunteers. "We are so fortunate to have so many volunteers who are willing to help. The amount of money they generate for the hospital always amazes me," he said. - Mr. Brown concluded by saying his family has always been a source of strength and support. "It's tough balancing a career and a family, but it can be done," he said. Following the roast, members of the hospital family read excerpts from the hospital's history "Stitches In Time" and showed slides of Mr. Brown at different periods during his tenure at Community Memorial Hospital. He was presented with a number of gifts including a 10-speed bicycle from staff, and received letters of con- gratulations from Prime Minister Jean Chretien, Premier Mike Harris, MP Alex Shepherd and MPP John O'Toole. VVOVVVVVVIVIVIVIVIIVIIVIIIY AY My Country Bungalow FOLK ART CLASSES E Saturday, April 12th - 10am to 3pm Sunday, April 13th - 12 noon to 3pm eee eeeceee Port Perry 985-0800 Uxbridge 852-3510 % Non-profit organization Beginners & Experienced Painters LESSONS & SUPPLIES AVAILABLE Call Leslie at (905) 985-0546 10521 Old Simcoe Rd., RR2 Port Perry VOVVVIVIVIIVII VV VVIVIVVVIVIVY Stonemoor Day Care Nursery School openings available ¢€¢¢gceeececese Pennies add up in auxiliary fundraiser By Mary Cannon The regular meeting of the Hospital Auxiliary was held on Monday, March 17. President Jeanne Sparrow wel- comed everyone. Plans for the Lunch- eon and Card Party on Monday, March 24 were finalized. We were leased to have Mr. rown with us. He thanked the auxiliary for their help and support over the years. We are sorry to see him go, and wished him a happy re- tirement. The new dishes which the auxiliary purchased for the Diabetic Clinic were on display. The Spring Confer- ence is to be held at Whit- by on Wednesday, April 16. Several members signed up. It looks like it will be an interesting and busy day. The Spring Fair will held on Saturday, April 19 at the Latcham Cen- tre. Tickets for a 50/50 draw are available from members and also at the gift shop. Local groups are being approached for help and donations, etc. We hope to have a very successful day. On May 16 we will be holding a Uniform Sale at the hospital from 9 a.m. to8 p.m. A garage sale will be held on May 24 at the back of the hospital. Tag Days will be July 4 and 5. Please keep these dates in mind. The next meeting will be on Monday, April 21. Pennies Do Count!! Many thanks to all the auxiliary friends who are still collecting and leav- ing pennies at the gift shop for us. When we have a name, we like to telephone to thank you and give our total to date. Sincere thanks to the anonymous donor who, on Feb. 10 left a big bag containing $81.50 (pen- nies and other coins). 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