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GEORGE BOWERS George Bowers passed away peacefully at the Port Perry Hospital on July 19, 1989 in his 87th year. George was born near Brandon, Manitoba on June 22nd, 1903 to Robert and Laura Bowers. He moved to Ontario at a very young age and settled in the Cartwright area. On Sept. 23rd 1925, he married the late Ella Elford. They farm- ed in the Burketon area until 1939, then moved to the Nestleton area where they spent the rest of their years. As well as farming, George faithfully delivered the Rural Mail of R R 1 Nestleton and drove a Cartwright School Bus for many years. In fact he initiated the first school bus of the area in the ear- ly 1940's by converting a big Lasalle car to accomodate the Nestleton students attending Blackstock High School. - In their retired years, George and Ella enjoyed travelling across Canada and spending their winters in Florida. George was a faithful member of Nestleton United Church and Cartwright Senoir Citizens. Left to mourn his loss are 3 daughters and 4 sons. Dorothy Carson of Huntsville, Helen Vine of Port Perry, Jean Williams and husband Arnold of Nestleton. Earl of Nestleton, Bert and wife Marilyn of Oshawa, Jerry of Valentia, Ralph and wife Cecile of Typone. Also 20 grandchildren 16 .-great-grandchildren and a half brother Wallace Trick of Lindsay. Predeceased by wife Ella (nee Elford) sister Mary Rhodes of Lindsay and grandson Scott Williams of Nestleton. The funeral service was held at the Wagg Funeral Home in Port Perry on July 22, 1989. Rev. Dale Davis officiated. Internment at Nestleton United Cemetery. Grandsons and great-grandsons acted as pall bearers and flower bearers. The many floral tributes and memorial donations were gratefully appreciated. A Family Tribute To George A quiet man by nature Not much for conversation, But the message in his handshake Would stir any congregation. That handshake was so powerful, Sharp contrast to a person so meek. All the force of feelings pent up In the words he couldn't speak. If you were lucky enough to ex- perience it, Though it almost bent you to the ground. You knew the intensity of the grip Was the most sincere you'd ever found. When we were young and misbehaving He never lost his cool. To be fair and honest in a dignified way Was his most important rule. As a farmer he was busy Planting crops and cutting wood. Every spring was maple syrup time And helping neighbours all he could. He took pride in his Rural Mail Route And delivered the mail with care. No matter what the weather, He always got it there. Driving a school bus was another task, He enjoyed every minute. Giving keen attention to the con- PATRI CEES PCL ITEEIFEIEITBI NIA IAAI ELIABSTANSSvan dition of his bus And all the children in it. His horses and ponies were a special delight. He called each one by name. The spirit of kindness and respect shown to them Was as to people, always the same. There was never a hint of bitterness, About the stroke that laid him low. All the anguish, pain, frustration, But he never let us know. All thru the suffering and loss of his mate He never uttered a word of grief. Obituary--George Bowers He bore it all so silently. Too deep to get underneath. He knew she was slipping away. He scarcely left her side. And until he could join her beyond the wall, His time he did patiently bide. And now he is with her up there They are re-united I know. The love and devotion they shared on this earth Will once again blossom and grow. Another break in the Bowers chain Of which we're so proudly a part. But our memories of each will be rich and full Stored forever in our heart. ality 1h writing au: , we, Sratavie na Srey of Duar grades 10 pet 4 RP SH HOO 19 PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, August 1, 1989 -- 33 Spice needed for columnist Utica and Area News by Vera Brown Church service this week will be held in Utica Church starting at 10:00 a.m. This will be a joint worship service with Goodwood. Jackie Guthrie, President of Oshawa Presbyterial U.C.W. will be the speaker. Rev. Waterman will be on vaca- tion so if anyone in the communi- ty is in need, John Perigoe who is student minister at Stouffville United Church will be available for emergencies, or contact Nan- cy Hill at 985-2719. There will be a euchre in Utica Hall this Friday at 8 p.m. Wally & Jean Scott of London were visitors with Mrs. Crosier on STENO NOTEBOOK CAHIR de STENO Friday and Saturday. Happy 13th birthday to Sean Ellis who lives over in Utica Heights. 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