· Wednesday, May 2, 2007 · Page 26 WILLIAMSON In loving memory of a wonderful mother, daughter and sister. Janice Williamson (Baker) Sept. 21, 1961 to May 1, 2006 Life goes on, days go by, But love and memories never die. Deep in our hearts your memory is kept, To love, cherish and never forget. Today, tomorrow, our whole lives through, We will always love and remember you. - Loved and missed everyday Lindsey, Mom and Sherri Happy Birthday Dad ______________________ In loving memory of Robert, memorial donations to the Canadian Mental Health Association would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their precious memories and condolences at www.reid funeralhome.ca Reid Funeral Home will plant a tree in memory of Robert Paul Gallant Congratulations to Amy (Augustine) and Jon Brett who were married last Saturday at a lovely ceremony at Lakeshore St. Andrews Church. It was great to see Peter and Kathy Baker again as they came to spend the weekend with Kathy's mom, Norma Gemmell. Keenagers will meet on Tues. May 8 at 12 noon for a potluck dinner at the church. Plan to come and bring a friend to enjoy good food and fellowship. Mother's Day is only two weeks away. Music Committee Meeting on Thurs. May 10 at 8:30 p.m ARMSTRONG, Donald S. The family of the late Donald S. Armstrong would like to thank all our relatives, friends and neighbours for their kindness and support during our loss. Every visit, prayer, floral tribute and donation to charity was deeply appreciated. Thanks to Craig and staff at Reid Funeral Home, Essex, for all their assistance during a difficult time and to Pastor Brent Horner and Lou for helping us say our farewells. We lost a husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and special friend, however what Don has left in us will last until we meet again. - Shirley Armstrong and Family ______________________ GALLANT, Robert Paul Robert Paul Gallant, 69 yrs., passed away Sun. Apr. 22, 2007 at his residence in Essex. Loving husband of Carol (nee Farrah) for 49 yrs. Loving father of Cindy Chevalier and late husband Michael, Woodslee; Tammy Laforet, Winnipeg; Vince Gallant and Heidi Gagnon, Essex. Proud grandfather of 11 grandchildren. Survived y his sisters Muriel and usband Romeo, Carol and usband Keith, Darlene and usband Bob. Many nieces nd nephews also survive. Memorial Service to celbrate Robert's life was held t the Reid Funeral Home in Essex on Thurs. Apr. 26. DEVINE, Lisa Ann Ann Devine Lisa (Rubery), 50 yrs., passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Mon. Apr. 23, 2007. Loving wife of James for 15 yrs. Beloved mother of Rick Mansell, Jason Mansell, Jeniffer Devine, Justin Devine. Cherished daughter of Frank and Barb Rubery. Dear sister of Tim and Dave Rubery. Lisa always cherished the special times she spent with family, especially outdoors camping throughout Canada. Her passion and desire for her gardens will be missed. Lisa was a proud member of the Royal Canadian Legion Br. #201, Essex. Special thanks to all the staff at C.C.A.C. and the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County. Funeral service to celebrate Lisa's life was held from the Reid Funeral Home in Essex on Fri. Apr. 27. Cremation followed. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Justin Devine Education Trust Fund would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their cherished memories and condolences at www.reid funeralhome.ca Reid Funeral Home will plant a tree in memory of Lisa Ann Devine Missed the paper? ts of We have lo es! back issu Bethel-Maidstone United The Mother and Daughter Potluck Dinner is this Fri. May 4 at 6:30 p.m. Anita Lescheid will be entertaining us with her harps. Everyone is welcome so ladies bring your favourite dish or dessert and a friend. May 6 is Communion Sunday. Mother's Day is May 13. Please wear bright colourful clothes if you can. On May 20 someone from Gesstwood Camp will be telling the children's story and speaking about the camp. All children welcome (adults too). Note change of date: The Official Board meeting for the charge will meet at Gesto on June 3 at 7 p.m. The Power of a Penny: Being a cheerful giver. The Sunday school children are collecting pennies for the relief effort for the famine in Jerusalem. The penny drive runs until June 10 so please help the children fill their penny jar. Bethel-Maidstone bus trip is sold out. June 17 is Father's Day as well as Holy Humour Sunday so please bring your funniest Christian jokes and tell them during the service. Christian Rock and Bowl at Rose Bowl Lanes on May 5. If interested in going please call Heidi at 9194479 for more information. Please remember all the sick and shutins, those in rest and nursing homes and any others who are not well at this time, those in hospital and those who mourn in your prayers and send a card or call to let them know they are thought about. - Bev Holland Mother and Daughter Banquet on Thurs. May 3 at 6:30 p.m. Communion Sunday May 6 with service at 9 a.m. Board Meeting for the Charge to meet at Gesto on Sun. May 6 at 7 p.m. Mother's Day is Sun. May 13. Please dress in bright colours if you can. On Sun. May 20 at the 9 a.m. service, a person from Gesstwood Camp will tell the children's story and will speak about the camp. Elders meeting on Tues. May 22 at 7 p.m. May 24-27 London Conference meeting at Ridgetown College. Theme, Go then and Proclaim the Word. Bethel-Maidstone is taking a day trip to the Victoria Playhouse in Petrolia on June 9 to see "Nunsensations, the nunsense Las Vegas review". There is a stop at Parks Blueberries for coffee and browsing the gift shop, shopping in Petrolia before the show and dinner at the Countryview Golf Club. For more info or to reserve a seat(s) contact 519-737-6614 or 519-8395475. Erie Shores Quilter's Guild President Joan Gaevert called the meeting with 80 members and six guests present. The program for the night was Garnet Smalley from Cotton-by-post in Ailsa Craig, Ontario. He showed us a sample of the quilts made by Russian Quilter's that will be coming to Canada (Ailsa Craig) in Oct. 15-20, 2007. There will be classes and demonstrations put on by the Russian Quilters. There will be 25 Russian Quilters coming for the five day event. The hostesses for the night were Marlene Vollans and Gail Hull. Joan Gevaert won the feel good bundle. Door prizes were won by the following: Cathy Hedges, Edith Lechien, Judy Cowan, Nancy Trowbridge, Cathy Mitchell, Joyce Chapman, Heather Preston, Jan Bergeron, Shirley Lowes, Debbie Barlow, Toni Kok and Karen Batke. The guest vendor was Susan White. The block of the month winners were Jane Piper and Marion Dibbley. Our next meeting will be May 15 and it will be the 20th anniversary dinner and a trunk show put on by Sharon Mallic. PARKS AND RECREATION Employment Opportunities APPLICATIONS are now being accepted for the following Please note for these positions an APPLICATION MUST be submitted (A resume may be attached to the Application) Day Camp Instructors This position will implement various sports, crafts & social interaction programs offered through the Town. Candidates must be a min. of 16 yrs and must provide proof of 11Standard First Aid plus CPR Basic Rescuer and Automatic External Defibrillator Provider. (Please see our website for full job description and qualifications) Aquatic Lifeguard/Instructors This position will be responsible for the implementation of aquatic learn to swim, leadership & recreational activities at our Aquatic complex. Applicants must provide proof of 11National Lifeguard Service, Lifesaving Society Instructor/Swim Instructor Cert., Standard First Aid plus CPR Basic Rescuer, and Automatic External Defibrillator Provider or equivalent. (Please see our website for full job description and qualifications) Please forward your completed application to: PROGRAM APPLICANTS BY: May 7th, 2007 @ 4:30 p.m. Corporation of the Town of Essex Attn.: Cynthia Cakebread, Community Recreation Manager 242 Talbot Street N. Essex, ON N8M 2S1 Phone: 519-776-8992 Fax: 519-776-9528 ccakebread@townofessex.on.ca Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance, however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. THE TOWN OF ESSEX IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. www.townofessex.on.ca