June 2013 – Page 5 – Morrisburg Leader

Linda Ruth Ann Watty

June 12, 2013 Editor

Ruth Ann Watty (nee Garlough) passed to her eternal rest on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at K-W Grand River Hospital. She was 64 years old. Her death resulted from two major stroke events that had happened in recent weeks.

Ruth was the cherished wife of Frank Watty, loving mother of Adrian (Anne) of Vancouver and Darryl (Jacqueline) of Kitchener. She was granny to Maxwell (Vancouver) and Ashton (Kitchener).

Ruth Ann also leaves behind her brothers; Gordon (Gladys), Bruce (Mary-Ellen), and Hugh (Zonia), all of Williamsburg and Murray (Debbie) of Guelph, as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her parents, Wilbur and Hilda (Merkley) Garlough of Williamsburg. In addition, she is remembered by a multitude of relatives-in-law who are scattered over three continents.

Ruth Ann attended primary and secondary school in her local community and graduated from University of Guelph (MacDonald Institute) in Child and Family Studies (1970).

Most of her working life was spent in her chosen field working with new immigrants to Canada through English as a Second Language (ESL) programs and Head Start programs in Kitchener – Waterloo. She served as a teacher, Advisory Board member, and Administrator. She had retired at age 60.

Ruth was an avid gardener, quilter and orchidist. She was a regular canvasser for several medical related charities in her own community.

Ruth Ann had been ‘adopted’ by the West Indian community through her marriage to Frank. She was loved and admired by both cultures for her (seemingly) easy bridging of the perceived or imagined divide between them.

She, Frank and all their family managed to visit their Caribbean community (Dominica) together in the 2011 Christmas season.

Funeral arrangements were handled by Erb & Good Funeral Home, Waterloo with valued assistance from Marsden McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg.

A celebration in gratitude for Ruth’s life took place on Saturday June 1, 2013, at her family church – First United in Waterloo – with Rev. Dr. Bill Steadman officiating and over 400 friends and family participating.

Interment was in Bouck’s Hill Cemetery (Williamsburg) on Sunday, June 2, with arrangements by Marsden McLaughlin and service conducted by Rev. Ralph Taylor (Williamsburg United).

Memorial donations may be directed to Heart & Stroke Foundation or First United Church, Waterloo, Ontario.

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Lookin’ for Forever Homes

June 12, 2013 Editor

Rusty

South Dundas Animal Shelter Name:Rusty. Four month old mixed, female puppy. Not neutered. Perhaps collie/lab/boxer mix. Not spayed. Hi folks, my name is Rusty and I am a happy go lucky young puppy looking for a loving forever home where I can grow up to become a family’s beloved best friend. I am a very good sized dog for my age, and I need puppy training asap. I would also need to be spayed in the next few months. I am a large, fun-loving, excitable puppy. Like all young puppies I like to chew and play and jump and play and play and play and play. You know how it is. If you would like more information on Rusty or to meet Rusty, please call Kevin at the South Dundas Animal Shelter for an appointment at 613-543-2980 or 613-913-1476. There is no adoption charge for Rusty but a donation of dog food is sure appreciated by all the boys and girls at the shelter. It is a kind of pay it forward system to help the Shelter care for my buddies while we wait for someone to come and pick us as their new best friend. If you do decide to make an appointment with Kevin to come and meet me, don’t forget to bring along a collar and leash so I can go home with you. The Shelter has also asked us to try get the message out to everyone that appointments with Kevin to meet our dogs are mandatory…this is a necessary precaution to make sure everyone is safe, both perspective families and the dogs. All persons whether looking for their missing dogs or simply wanting to drop off donations are asked to please call and make arrangements with Kevin before stopping by…again just keeping everyone safe. So remember my name is Rusty….and I am a young lady lookin’ for a new loving home.

Missy

South Dundas Animal Rescue Name:Missy. Border Collie Mix, 2.5 year old female, spayed with shots. Missy. Ah little Missy. Little Missy came to us in the middle of March…a frightened timid little girl who hung her head and shied away from all human contact. She actually shook with fear when we approached. A puppy mill dog, Missy is two years old and now, about 10 weeks since her arrival, she is a wonderful little lady…with lots of energy and agility. She now looks forward to human contact and wants to play. Her little rump wiggles like crazy when she sees a treat coming her way. It is amazing how these dogs respond to a little kindness. We think that Missy thinks she has already found the perfect home at the South Dundas Animal Shelter…where she has a large kennel and gets to go outdoors in the sunshine to roll in the grass. Little does she know that a home and a loving family is going to be even better yet! For awhile Missy did not like enclosed spaces and actually refused to go into the Shelter’s indoor kennel….much preferred the outdoor kennels. She is now getting over this as well. Missy has had puppies, but is now spayed and has all of her shots. She is small for a mid-size dog (30-40 pounds), probably because she had puppies at an early age…but she is agile. She loves to jump, and as the folks at the shelter keep watching…they realize that she reminds you of a Frisbee dog. Missy would need to be house-trained and taught some regular dog manners. She is quite smart and we figure now that she is over her inhibitions…she is really really ready for a loving home. We think anyone who adopts Missy is going to receive endless puppy love and licks….A little sweetheart in need of just one more break….

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Donald Bruce Harper

June 12, 2013 Editor

A lifelong resident of the area, Donald Bruce Harper, passed away peacefully at Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, June 5, 2012. He was in his 81st year.

The son of Henry and Beulah (nee St. Pierre) Harper, Donald was born in Chesterville, on April 25, 1933. He was the fourth child born in a family of 10 children. Donald lived a number of years in Williamsburg and most recently was a resident of Morrisburg. He enjoying his job as a cheese maker and worked hard at it.

He had been in failing health for several years as he had a heart condition. Despite his failing health, he was cheery and optimistic.

He loved to tease and enjoyed seeing his children and grandchildren. Family meant the world to him.

Donald was the beloved husband of Marjorie (nee Windsor). He was loving father of Bert (GeriAnne) of Ingleside, Marilon Deneault of Cornwall, Brent, Donna Hodgson, Reg (Ken) all of Morrisburg and step-father of Andrew (Lynn) Lewis of Chesterville and Barry Windsor of Morrisburg.

He was cherished grandfather of several grandchildren and dear brother of Shirley (Harold) Montgomery of Morrisburg, Marjorie Collison and Norma Belanger, both of Brockville, Arlene (Orval) Millward of Morrisburg and Edna Belanger of Brockville.

He will be sadly missed by numerous nieces and nephews.

Donald was predeceased by son Rodger, sister Pauline Harper, by brothers Doug and Bert and by an infant brother Reggie.

Friends were received at the Parker Funeral Home in Morrisburg on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service was held in the chapel on Saturday, June 8, 2013, with Rev. Arlyce Schiebout officiating.

Interment was at Maple Ridge Cemetery, Chesterville.

Pallbearers were Brent Harper, Robbey Harper, Eric Millward, Ian Millward, Andrew Windsor and Currie McIntosh.

Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society are gratefully acknowledged.

Condolences may be made at www.parkerofmorrisburg.com

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Customer support plus Mustard’s effort add up

June 12, 2013 Editor

Customers at Mustard’s Variety in Iroquois quite often drop a little spare change into the containers by the cash register. While they may not put much thought into where those coins are going, store owner Jim Mustard does.

Recently, Mustard, thanks to the generosity of his customers, had collected enough change to donate $1,000 to the Canadian Mental Health Association.

“All the time, when people are buying things they will say keep the change. So, I started keeping these collection jars,” said Mustard. “That money shouldn’t go in my pocket, it’s not my money,” he added.

This is the fifth time that those collection jars have resulted in major donations to local organizations.

This time, Mustard decided to give to the Mental Health Association because mental health issues touch everyone in some way.

“For some, it’s in a minor way, but for others it’s in a very serious way. Mental Health issues are the worst best kept secret out there,” said Mustard.

While Mustard says all he is doing is providing an avenue for people to donate and support community organizations and charities in a small way, he does more than that. Mustard always puts some extra thought and effort into fundraising in his store.

Mustard had a goal of raising $1,000 for Mental Health, which takes a very long time when you are adding it up penny by penny, nickle by nickle, so when a customer came in to donate a huge container of pennies, Mustard started a contest whereby other customers could make a donation to guess the number of pennies for a chance to win a store gift certificate.

He raised $107 in one month through customers guessing the number of pennies. The huge container of pennies had 12,386 pennies inside. So, those pennies, the contest funds and the store collection jars were all part of the $1,000 donation to Mental Health.

While handing over the funds to the Canadian Mental Health Association, Mustard was already working on his next fund raising endeavor.

Until July 16th, fundraising efforts within the store are in support of Seaway Valley Crimestoppers. Mustard has been a supporter of Seaway Valley Crimestoppers since its inception. This year, the Seaway Valley Crimestoppers Golf Tournament, which raises funds for the local Crimestoppers program, is taking place at the Iroquois Golf Course.

As an incentive for customers to donate to the cause, those who donate $5 on the pledge sheets will have a chance to win five single scoop ice cream vouchers, a $10 donation gets the donor a chance at winning 10 single scoop ice cream vouchers and a donation of $20 or more will get the donor a chance at winning an 11.4 litre tub of their favourite ice cream.

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Beatrice Banford

June 12, 2013 Editor

A resident of the Dundas Manor Nursing Home in Winchester for the past two years and nine months, Beatrice Banford passed away there on Wednesday, June 5, 2013. She was 90 years of age.

Beatrice was born on December 17, 1922. She was the daughter of Vera and step-father Joe Brazeau. She married Charlie Weldon Banford on February 7, 1940, and moved to Toronto where they shared a house with Bea’s parent on Eastmount Avenue in the Broadview and Danforth area.

Charlie had a job at a huge Canadian Tire Store on Young Street where the staff travelled around the store on roller skates. Bea worked part-time in a dress shop and this gave her the opportunity to always dress to the nines in “fancy dresses” with matching earrings, necklace, bracelet and high heeled shoes.

While Bea and Charlie lived in Toronto with Bea’s parents, they shared a cottage on Pefferlaw River. After the passing of Bea’s mother, Charlie and Bea purchased the cottage at Pefferlaw, winterized it and this became their permanent home.

Beatrice and her husband Charlie were well known for their love of cars which included everything from pink Cadillacs to Chevrolet Impalas.

For quite a few years, Bea and Charlie were “Snow Birds” and wintered in Florida. They stayed in a small community north of Panama City. Bea enjoyed doing crafts with the neighbour ladies. She called it “The Stitch and Bitch Place!”

Eventually, Charlie had some health problems, and he found cutting the grass in the big yard and other chores too much. So, in 1994, they sold their home in Pefferlaw and moved to the Iroma Apartments on Frank Street, in Iroquois, to be nearer to their families.

In March of 2003, Charlie became sick and, after spending some time at Winchester District Memorial Hospital, he was transferred to the Ottawa Civic Heart Institute where he passed away on April 5, 2003.

Bea remained at the apartment, but her health started to fail and on August 13, 2007, she moved into the Hartford Retirement Home where she remained for a few years. Her health continued to deteriorate, and she was hospitalized in Winchester for a few months. On September 15, 2010, Bea was placed in Dundas Manor.

Beatrice is survived by her sisters-in-law Marie Banford and Marion Banford, both of Smiths Falls, and several nieces and nephews.

A private family service was held at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Iroquois, on Friday, June 7th at 1 p.m., with Rev. Janet Evans officiating. Interment followed at Iroquois Point Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Keith Banford, Lynden Banford, Aaron Banford, John Banford, John Geurkink and Trevor Riopelle.

Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com.

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Take Me Out to the Ball Game

June 12, 2013 Editor

There are very few sports that I am even tolerably good at.

If you eliminate the television remote control five yard dash, or the get-to-the-buffet-table ahead of everyone else marathon, or even the 50-per-cent-off-sales wrestlemania, the list is actually very short.

It follows, then, that there are sports I am not good at.

I’m banned from ski lodges in one province and two states because I endanger other skiers. I don’t do water skiing either, since that unfortunate episode at the family cottage when I attempted to take off from a wooden dock. (Getting the splinters out was not a task for the faint of heart.) Basketball demands that one actually jump…repeatedly.

I once took some lessons at a local golf course. The pro tried. He really did. And the first time I ventured out on the course, beautifully located alongside the river, I was really excited. I eagerly stepped up to take my shot. (Couldn’t see the flag or anything, but I didn’t let that stop me). I swung a mighty swing. Missed the ball completely. In the heat of the moment, I also let go of the golf club. That club sailed, in a fairly impressive arc, directly into a deep part of the cold river.

The clubs were borrowed. The owner, who had to dive into the water to retrieve his property, had some interesting and colourful things to say, which did discourage me a little.

However, there is one sport I understand, one sport that I enjoy, one sport I know how to play. Baseball.

I come from a baseball minded family. My dad played organized ball. My uncles all did. My brother played himself, then coached a young men’s hard ball team. My sister is a powerhouse player as is her daughter.

Baseball gets to you. It doesn’t have to be professional or semi professional ball. Just a pick-up game on a regulation diamond or even a grassy field with a couple of cows wandering third base.

I like the stomach tightening tension on the field, the determination of the player in the batter’s box, the steely look in the pitcher’s eyes, the obvious and powerful sense of camaraderie in the dug outs. And there really is a kind of magic the moment a person whacks one ‘out of the park’, and gets to make that exhilarating run around the bases, to the excited shouts of team mates. It’s a golden moment, long discussed, never forgotten.

I know what it is to stand in the batter’s box, trying to stare down the pitcher, trying to guess what she’s going to throw, praying that I don’t swing like “a rusty gate.”

And if you do connect with the ball, and see it soaring away and away, well, it kind of makes up for the splinters. Really.

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Seaway Kickers off to a good start, two wins in Ottawa

June 12, 2013 Editor

IROQUOIS-The Seaway Kickers U13 Mixed team began the 2013 season on June 6th against the Ottawa Internationals. The rain-soaked game at the fields at Bruff Park in Gloucester, saw the return of many players from last year’s squad.

This year’s team has 19 players, coached by Frank Waytowich and Sid Markell.

Seaway controlled the ball for a majority of the first half keeping the ball in Ottawa’s end. The Internationals scored first on a penalty kick at the 27 minute mark of the first half, to go up 1-0.

Seaway out shot Ottawa, 10-3 for the half.

More pressure was applied by the Kickers, who dominated ball possession throughout the second half as the rain intensified.

At the 47 minute mark, Connor Dumoulin scored on a shot set up by Johnny Coligan, low to the left corner of the net to tie the game 1-1.

Coligan collected his second assist of the night, setting up Brayden Blacquiere-Rizk’s off-the-body shot into the Ottawa net, to make it 2-1 Seaway.

Ottawa struggled to tie the game, however, Seaway’s defense kept the ball out of their own end with only two attempts at Seaway’s net being made.

Seaway applied pressure late in the second half attempting four shots in less than two minutes, but the clock ran out.

Final score: Seaway Kickers 2, Ottawa Internationals 1.

Seaway out shot Ottawa 18-5. Shawn Dowson and Travis McInnis shared goalkeeping duties.

The U13M Kickers visit Nepean City in Ottawa, June 13, followed by a three game tournament on the weekend in Ottawa.

Big win for U18 girls

In U18G action on June 3, Dave Hartle’s Kickers took on the Ottawa Internationals on the Hillcrest High School turf and came away with a 4-1 victory.

Scoring for the Kickers were Alyssa MacMillan, Ashley Smith, Kaitlyn Geurkink and Lesley-Ann Tupper.

Taylor Visser collected the lone goal for the Internationals.

The U18 girls are coached by Hartle and Rhonda VanBeilen is the assistant coach.

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Bluegrass Festival breaks out the music June 14

June 12, 2013 Editor

The third annual Galop-Canal Bluegrass Festival is breaking out the guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles and voices starting this Friday, 5 p.m., up at the Iroquois Point. Whether you’re a long time fan, new to the rich sound of bluegrass, or a front porch performer yourself, Iroquois is the place to be June 14-16.

Visitors are welcome to rough camp right on site as well.

“Folks don’t need to book a camping spot in advance,” said Gerri Fitzsimmons, representing the Galop Canal Revitalization Project, which is sponsoring the Festival. “People love camping at the Point. And this year, with the tall ships heading for Brockville the same weekend, there might be some incredible sailing ships through the Locks too. I have it on the highest authority (fingers crossed) that the weather this weekend is going to be perfect.

The performers will be playing and singing on our fantastic stage until 11 p.m every night. Come enjoy one day, two days, or book the full weekend package.”

The Foggy Hogtown Boys, an enormously popular Toronto bluegrass band, will be headlining at the celebration. Joining the Boys over the weekend will be the Ducharme Family, the Dusty Drifters, Hard Ryde, Jan Purcell and Pine Road, the Unseen Strangers, Randy Morrison and the Flatt River Band, HoneyGrass and Darwin Thom and Gilles Leclerc.

Popular Upper Canada Playhouse artistic director, Donnie Bowes, will act as honorary MC for the Festival opening ceremonies, which take place Friday evening at 5:45 p.m. at the Lions band shell.

“Mike Anderson, a well known local musician is assuming MC duties for the rest of the weekend,” said Fitzsimmons. “He’ll be terrific.” There will be plenty of other things to see and do at the Point during the celebration.

In collaboration with the Love South Dundas campaign, there will be a delicious free breakfast served up from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. with Sunday admission.

There’s also going to be a grand old gospel service Sunday morning as well, with Rev. Geoff Howard and his family leading the hymns. “I am very happy about this partnership developing with Love South Dundas,” Fitzsimmons said.

There will be vendors on site, food pavilions, Barkley’s Berries, a psychic and displays of the construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway and the Lost Villages with Lyle Van Allen and Jim Brownell. Free workshops on Saturday, led by experts, will be offered in guitar, banjo and mandolin.

On Sunday, the Golden Gears will be rolling onto the site around 11 a.m. with a parade of classic autos. Ontario Power Generation has provided back packs stuffed with information about South Dundas attractions for all visitors.

“Our sponsors have been fantastic. They made this Festival possible through their fund raisers and donations and by allowing us to use this beautiful park.”

The committee bringing the 2013 Bluegrass Festival to South Dundas includes Mike and Loretta Anderson, Barb and Gerry Gurnhill, Sharon and Dick Piché, Paul and Ruth Robertson and Nathalie Sirois.

For information, contact 613-652-1753 or go on line at www.galopcanalbluegrassfestival.com.

Bring a lawn chair, a toe to tap and a love of good music, and don’t miss the Galop-Canal Bluegrass Festival, June 14-16.

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Gordon McGregor

June 12, 2013 Editor

With his devoted family by his side, Gordon McGregor passed away peacefully at Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Friday, May 31, 2013. He was 78.

Gord was born on April 27, 1935, in Renfrew, where he was raised and, in 1955, he married Iona Vivian Hoare, also of Renfrew.

The McGregor family moved to Ottawa when Gord was recruited into the Royal Canadian Air Force, Station Rockcliffe. This afforded him the opportunity to play in the RCAF pipe band.

In his lifetime Gord wore many “hats”. He traded his Air Force wedge cap for a police hat in 1963, when he joined the OPP and was transferred to the Morrisburg detachment. Gord and his “three girls”, Iona, Wendy and Noreen moved to the small village.

Constable McGregor took the role of OPP Safety Officer and was creator of “Trevor the Traffic Bug”. Gord visited schools and taught rules of safety to children and Trevor could be heard on local radio stations offering safe driving tips.

His next ambition was Administrator of The Glen-Stor-Dun Lodge Nursing Home. He used to make the daily trip to Cornwall in a teeny red Toyota.

From Administrator to successful insurance salesman for both Mutual Life and Canada Life Assurance companies, Gord could always be seen in a suit. His long time friend, Don “Mudcat” Grant suggested that Gord trade in his suit for a pair of jeans and thus began Gord’s short career hauling hay to Florida in his tractor trailer. (On one trip he underestimated the height of his tractor and took out a series of Christmas lights strung across the main street of a small town in the state of Virginia-he is still at large!)

Justice of the Peace was to be the next “hat” that Gord would wear for a short while before tossing it into the political ring. He drew attention when he ran as an Independent candidate in the 1987 provincial election and was soon chosen as leader of The Ontario Confederation of Regions Party.

He became a “coffee shop campaigner” when he became proprietor of the little fast food diner on the mall which was renamed and remains, “Gregor’s Place”. He claimed that he went from “JP” (Justice of the Peace) to “KP” (Kitchen Patrol).

He spent his retirement years behind the counter at Hartley’s Sport Shop and as a security officer at Upper Canada Village.

Perhaps the most recognized hat of all was his Scots cap that he donned with his kilt and bagpipes. If he wasn’t officiating a wedding ceremony in his role as Justice of the Peace, he was piping in the bride and groom.

He served two terms as Branch 48 Legion President where his claim to fame was the formation of the Legion Drum and Bugle Band with whom he marched proudly beside in every parade.

No moss grew under his feet as Gord was also involved with and served as President of the Morriburg Lion’s Club. He even served a term as the Reeve of the Village of Morrisburg and as a town councilor.

Always with a joke or story up his sleeve, he loved to entertain and make people laugh. He was a jokester, prankster, avid model railroader, musician and poet; and it will not be his public notoriety, but the silly endearing things he did as a family man that will be treasured by his family forever.

Gord was husband of Iona McGregor (Hoare). He was cherished father of Wendy (John Burn) of Iroquois and Noreen (Barry McMillan) of Morrisburg. He was fun-loving grandpa of Amy (Adam Casselman), Scott (Amanda) Hodgson, Michelle McMillan and Sean McMillan. Great-Bumpa to Logan, Grayson and Olivia. Dear brother of Shirley Mates of Tillsonburg.

He was predeceased by infant daughter Carol Ruth, his parents Thomas and Violet (Wilcox), his infant brother Gary, his sisters Lois LeBlanc and Jeannie Moore and his brother Allan. Uncle Gord is survived by many nieces and nephews.

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Monday from 7-9 p.m.

A Legion Memorial Service followed by a celebration of Gord’s life was held at the Royal Canadian Legion in Morrisburg, on June 4, 2013. Service was conducted by Rev. Norine Gullons. Gord’s family paid him homage by donning his tartan apparel.

Pallbearers were grandchildren Amy Casselman, Scott Hodgson, Michelle McMillan and Sean McMillan, son-in-law Barry McMillan, OPP friends Frank Albert and Fred (Boomer) Langlotz and best friend Earl Wood. Honorary pallbearer was son-in-law John Burn.

Donations to Winchester Hospital or the Diabetes Society would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.

Interment of cremated remains will be at Haley Station Cemetery in Renfrew. Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com.

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Perspectives by Rev. Janet Evans

June 12, 2013 Editor

God walks with us through the changes

This is the final time that I will write this Perspectives column as the minister of Iroquois United Church. Due to restructuring issues in the United Church of Canada, I find myself saying good-bye to a group of people I cherish and respect.

The past months have been emotionally and physically draining for me. Change is often not a welcome thing, and it has been difficult for me to realize my life will never quite be the way it has been.

Change, however, advents into all of our lives. Our children grow up and move away. Our parents die. We look in the mirror and realize we weigh a little more than we did on our wedding day.

We cannot stop some of the changes that are part of life in the 21st century. Whether you like them or not, computers and other “tech” items are here to stay.

Churches hold Sunday morning worship services, yet many young people are playing soccer at the very same time. Travel to exotic destinations is a reality for many people.

I think we need to remember that God is walking with us through all the changing seasons of life. When we despair, He can bring hope. When darkness threatens to overwhelm us, Jesus offers us light and love.

When we are ill, He grants us comfort and when we mourn, He gives us His promise of eternal life in His arms.

God cherishes us and challenges us to follow in the paths He sets before us.

He asks us to reflect upon the questions: “What does it really mean to live in abundance and to share what we have?” and “how can a little bit of love go a long way to make a difference in our communities and in our world?”

May we pass Christ’s love on to others, may we give thanks that we will never fall out of our Saviour’s compassionate embrace.

We can trust in God–for He continues to shed His grace upon us.

I write this Perspectives Column and say good-bye to my parishioners at Iroquois United Church. I will be staying the area however, and will soon write as part of another congregation.

Yes, life changes, but God continues to support and sustain us.

Our Creator blesses us and His mercy endures forever!

Rev. Janet Evans,

Iroquois United Church

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