45 | Thursday, September 21, 2017 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insidehalton.com Anniversaries / Milestones l Lifetimes Celebrating an Anniversary? Post your announcement in the Burlington Post or Oakville Beaver. ANNIVERSARIES l Obituaries Happy 50th Anniversary Heather and Diethard Froese My brother and I were pondering ideas on what to get my parents to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary earlier this summer in Europe and they pretty much have all they need. Including health. It is tough to find words to describe the joys and happiness we have in expressing an appreciation for 50 years together being our parents. Being solid parents, helping us getting back up when we fall, supporting us in decisions that maybe weren't the best at the time. So we thought a simple thanks for being there when we needed you. This is too thank you for all the amazing memories. To all those cute couples celebrating 50 years of being together, its a big feat these days !!! Mom and Dad, thanks for being you. You always put us on the edge of a dream. Love Matt and G THORNE, Donald Parker It is with appreciation of a life well lived that the family of Donald Parker Thorne, loving husband of Mary Lydia (Sutton) Thorne, announce his passing at the Saint John Regional Hospital on Thursday, September 7, 2017. Born in Woodstock, Ontario on October 17, 1928 he was a son of the late Bill and B. Marion Thorne. Before retirement, Donald was the Welding Foreman at Gulf Oil (Oakville, Ontario). He was an avid recreational aviator, current member of Canadian Owners Pilots Association, and past member of the Saint John Flying Cub. Don was also a life-long hunting enthusiast and member of the Oakville Rod & Gun Club. Don was a keen gardener and grew the world's best tomatoes. Don was particularly keen to discuss politics and taxes, and never without his wits. In addition to his wife Mary, Donald is survived by his children: Cindy (Randy) Smart, Drew (Rita) Thorne; and stepchildren: Wayne (Gwen) Tucker, Boyd (Mary) Tucker and Paul Tucker (Linda Cluney); siblings: Joan (Robert) Thorne, Patricia (Robert) McKitterick, Dorothy (Bill) Lucas and Gary (Bonnie) Thorne; grandchildren: Victoria Thorne, Steven Smart, Amanda Smart Thiessen, Eric Smart, Lee Somers, and Brian (Christene) Somers; and fourteen nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, and siblings Robert (Joan) Thorne, sons Derryl Thorne, Don (Barbara) Thorne Jr and grandson Brandon. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brenan's Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, NB (634-7424). In keeping with Donald's wishes there will be no visitation or funeral service. For those who wish, remembrances in memory of Donald may be made to Diabetes Canada, or a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be placed at www.BrenansFH.com. www.lifenews.ca l Obituaries l Obituaries l Obituaries Birth Notices / Milestones l Lifetimes and you will receive a voucher for of your baby's precious hand or footprint ($25.00 value) compliments of: Tel: 905-825-8731 · Email: oakville@weepiggies.com www.WeePiggies.com Call 905-632-4440 to place your announcement PRIMEAU, Mabel It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mabel Irene Primeau (nee Holland). She passed away quietly at her home of 52 years with her husband, David, by her side. Mabel's journey began September 10, 1932 in Thorold where she was born into a large family. She is survived by her adored brothers, Don, Bob, Jim, and Howard, and predeceased by Clifford, Marg, Betty, and Jack. A graduate of Elizabeth Arden Beauty school in Toronto, Mabel later worked at Potter & Shaw in St. Catharines. She married David Primeau in 1959 and moved shortly thereafter to Deep River. A lover of the great outdoors, Mabel never shied away from adventure and embraced all that northern Ontario had to offer. That included everything from hunting, camping, fishing and boating and doing it all while starting a family with the birth of her first born son Neal, and second son, Paul. In 1965, Mabel and David's journey took a new turn when they moved to Oakville adding two more young faces over the next decade with the birth of her daughter Julie and son Jason. Mabel made a happy and loving home for her family that warmly welcomed many cherished friends and neighbours. Mabel touched the lives of everyone who fondly remembers her kindness, genuine smile, warmth, and gracious manner. With a gentle spirit, she was always willing to help those in need and was an active volunteer for the Oakville Fareshare food bank for many years. In later years, Mabel blossomed into a globetrotting traveller and embraced exploring the world with friends, new and old. Whether it was going to the top of Machu Picchu or going on safari in South Africa, she was always looking forward to her next adventure. Her lasting impact is felt by her husband David, son Neal (predeceased), Paul (Helen), Julie (Jim), and Jason (Jessie) and her cherished grandchildren Joslyn, Jane, Michael, and Joseph. For the many lives she touched, Mabel will be remembered fondly and missed greatly. A gathering with friends and family will be held on Sunday, September 24th from 2 - 4 p.m. at Kopriva Taylor Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Visit our guestbook through www.koprivataylor.com births, birthdays, anniversaries,obituaries & in memoriams The Oakville Beaver would like to express sincere and heart-felt condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. SHARP, Dr. John "Jack" Arthur (April 24, 1929 - September 15, 2017) Peacefully, on Friday, September 15, 2017, Jack in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Dwyla (Montgomery). Loving father of Brian, Linda Barker (Ken) and Diane. Cherished grandfather of Brad (Holly) and Ian (Christina). Jack was a long-time member of St. Paul's United Church and had a long distinguished career with CIL/ICI. Visitation was held at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West (one block east of Kerr 905-844-2600), Oakville from 7-9 p.m. on Monday, September 18, 2017. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at St. Paul's United Church, 454 Rebecca Street, Oakville. Interment at Trafalgar Lawn Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial donations to St. Paul's United Church would be appreciated. Visit our guest book through www.koprivataylor.com Honour the memory of a LOVED ONE... Place an In Memoriam in the classifieds. Calemail classifi edonse ech.c .com email classifi ed@ metrolandwest