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OAKVILLE BEAVER, Friday, October 5, 2007 47 Milestones To announce Anniversaries, Engagements, Birthdays, Graduations, Promotions, Birth Announcements, Wedding Notices, Special Parties... phone the call centre 905-632-4440 or email: classified@haltonsearch.com Marriage Birth Community Notices Classified Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm E-mail: classified@haltonsearch.com Announcement HOMESTAY/ HOST FAMILIES (OAKVILLE) Required for international students attending private school in Oakville. If your family is interested in accommodating a student from another country in your home please contact: Obituaries DAVIS, Laura Elizabeth- Peacefully at The Carpenter Hospice, Burlington on Friday September 28, 2007, Laura (nee Patterson) Davis of Burlington in her 78th year. Beloved wife of Robert Cyril Davis. Much loved mother of Judy (Larry) Stipancic, Randy (Ruth) Davis, Kyle (Karen) Davis all of Burlington and Rowan (Anna) Davis of Michigan. Cherished grandmother of Carly Stipancic, Patterson, Evan, Clay, Emma, Chesley, Kirsten and Wesley Davis and Ché Hamm. Dear sister of Edna (Wilfie) Rowan and sister in law of Audrey and Jean Patterson and Emily Davis. Laura is also lovingly remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, Walter and Sarah (nee Baxter) Patterson, parents in law Thomas and Ellen (nee Matthews ) Davis, siblings Walter and Trevor Patterson, brothers in law Bill and Jack Davis and sadly daughter in law Heather (nee Barclay) Davis. Laura was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland on April 7, 1930. In her younger years, Laura co-owned a successful beauty salon with her sister in Ireland. After immigrating to Canada with her husband and daughter in 1956, her focus was on family and community service. In later years, Laura was a guiding force in her growing family and known for her memorable dinner parties and her passion for music and dancing. She was always immaculately turned out, thanks to her great sense of style and time dedicated to the gym. Laura will be sadly missed by special friend Joan, extended family and friends in Canada, Great Britain and Australia, and her 9 adoring grandchildren who appreciated her love of play and her generosity. Always a candy for the kids and remembered by many for her warm smile and willingness to help. Special thanks to Drs. Sansome, Kim and Ruo, the nursing staff at McMaster and the nursing staff and volunteers at The Carpenter Hospice. Private cremation has taken place. An open house Celebration of Laura's Life will take place from 1-4pm on Sunday, October 14,2007 at the home of Randy and Ruth Davis, 2072 Annette Ct, Burlington, ON. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in Laura's memory to the Carpenter Hospice would be sincerely appreciated by the family. (Arrangements entrusted to SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, BURLINGTON 905632-3333) www.smithsfh.com 905-844-0372 ext. 410 or email: jmurdock@maclachlan.ca Excellent Remuneration Support Group ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you drink, that's your business If you want to quit, That's Ours! (905)845-5900 (416)487-5591 (905)631-8784 LOW - Michael, Anne and big brother Liam are thrilled to announce the safe and healthy arrival of Dwight & Christine Lacey have the honour of announcing the marriage of their son, William Lacey to Julie Wingate On Saturday, September Twenty-Ninth McGill Chapel, Montreal, Quebec. Coming Event PARENTS... Free up your Saturday nights! YOUTH VIDEO DANCE IROQUOIS RIDGE COMMUNITY CENTRE SAT OCT 6TH 7-10PM GRADES 5-8 (Only $10) Prizes & Giveaways www.jam entertainment.ca Maeve Barbara Anne Born September 4, 2007 at 9:46AM weighing 6lbs 6oz. A warm and heartfelt thank you to Dr. B. Brennan and the wonderful nurses at Hamilton Health Sciences. We love you very much Maeve! Classifieds get results! to place an ad call Birth It's a Boy! HAMILTON - Scott & Kelly (Black) are thrilled to announce the arrival of 905 632.4440 Obituary GICHOFF, Helen (nee Mladen)- Passed away on October 2, 2007 at the age of 99. Helen was predeceased by her husband George, cherished granddaughter Joanne, dear brothers Louis, Alex and George. Helen will always be loved and remembered by daughters Marianne Toth and Florence Christie, granddaughter Lisa and great grandchildren Jasmine and Jon. She will be missed by sisters Hope and Sophie and many beloved nieces and nephews. Helen was able to spend her last days at home, because of the care she received from homecare workers and nurses from Acclaim Health of Halton. The family will receive friends at the HUMPHREY FUNERAL HOME A.W. MILES CHAPEL, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm on Friday, October 5th. Burial at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. A very special thanks to Dr. Margaret Found of Oakville, for all her compassionate care. If desired, donations to the Canadian Macedonian Place or the charity of your choice. Condolences and memories may be forwarded through www.humphreymiles.com Emerson Martin Born Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at 7:25pm, weighing 9lbs 14oz at Women's College Hospital .Emerson is also welcomed by all of his loving great grandmothers, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins & friends. Special thanks to Dr. Karen Fleming & all the wonderful doctors and nurses at Women's College Hospital. Anniversary Happy 50th Wedding Anniversary Mum & Dad! Let the Community Know What You're Celebrating! Phone the call centre: THE Oakville Beaver would like to express sincere and heart-felt condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. STEPHENS, Bruce- Passed away at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, October 2, 2007, at the age of 84. Loving husband of 63 years to Gwen Stephens. Cherished father of James (Anna Rae) Stephens of Oakville, Joanne (Dave) Barkey of Uxbridge, Linda Stephens of Peterborough and Wendy Stephens of Uxbridge. Proud grandfather o f Ty l e r M c N i e l l . P r e d e c e a s e d b y brothers Stewart, Donald, John and sister Audrey. Family and friends may call at the Low and Low Funeral Home 1763 Reach Road Port Perry 905-985-7331 for a celebration of Bruce's life on Friday, October 5, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Private graveside interment Uxbridge Cemetery. In Memory of Bruce, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to a charity of choice would be appreciated. On-line condolences can be made at www.lowandlow.ca 905-632-4440 or email: classified@haltonsearch. com Love Keith, Sue and David Deadline: Wednesday at 3 pm TYRRELL, Edwin Frederick- It is with broken hearts that the family of Edwin Frederick Tyrrell announces the passing of a special man, on Saturday, September 29, 2007 at the Hamilton General Hospital. He is forever in our hearts and minds and will be missed beyond imagination. Dad / Papa has left us to join for eternity, the love of his life Edna, his wife of 53 years, after a very short separation. He will be missed by his children Deb Richardson, Dorothy Tyrrell, Doug and Lisa Tyrrell and Dawn and Dan Scarrow and his "Darlin's", who are now left to carry on Nanny and Papa's legacy: Becky and Jeremy, Kate, Sarah and Amy. Never to be forgotten for their close bond by his siblings: Eileen and Bill Van Mol, Bea and Roy Lawrence, Dorothy and the late Harold Tyrrell and Judy and the late Bruce Tyrrell and all his devoted nieces and nephews. Dad lived his life with honesty, integrity, courage and humility until his last breath. He and Mom leave behind a legacy of perseverance and determination, even in the face of adversity. We draw upon their courage and unconditional love to hold us safe and keep us strong. Visitation was on Thursday, October 4th from 2 - 4 p.m. and 7 - 9 p.m. at the Glen Oaks Memorial Chapel & Reception Centre, 3164 Ninth Line (Dundas/403) in Oakville, 905-257-8822. A celebration of Ed's life will be held on Friday, October 5th at 2:30 p.m. in the Glen Oaks Chapel followed by a reception with the family. A private interment will take place at the family church, St Luke's Anglican, Palermo. For those who wish, memorial contributions to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Condolences and tributes may be sent to www.glenoaks.ca. Sincere gratitude is given to the compassionate care of Ed's doctors, Dr. Brian Van Adel and Dr. J. Silva.