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A resident of the Heartwood Retirement Centre in Cornwall for the past 4.5 years, Evelyn Whitteker passed away there on Sunday, August 21, 2011.  She was 87.

Evelyn was born in Cornwall on December 27, 1923, to her parents Colin and Agnes MacMillan (nee Dennison). She was the oldest of a family of eight.  On March 30, 1945, this city girl married Ross Emerson Whitteker and settled into country life where she became the “rock”of her family.

Evelyn was an amazing women, who had many talents that she did to perfection.  
She was an accomplished seamstress, who also knitted and crocheted, and kept her family dressed in style. There was nothing she could not fix, alter, or make.  

Her artistic side led her to painting, and ceramics, and her culinary talents were unsurpassable. No one will forget her apple pie, dill pickles, and donuts. Tim Horton’s had nothing over Evelyn’s donuts!

Evelyn was involved in all aspects of farming with Ross, from baling hay and driving machinery to feeding, and milking cows. She loved animals, especially dogs and there were many but Topsy and Brandi were closest to her heart.

There was nothing that Evelyn could not do, and through all of this rural life she never lost her “city girl” touch, as she was always dressed for town, from her lipstick and earrings to her matching purse and shoes. She loved to shop, especially for jewelry and shoes. 

In the community, Evelyn was involved in everything from Women’s Institute, and ladies aid, to quilt making at the church. People from the community describe Evelyn as “beautiful”, both inside and out.

She and Ross loved to love life, this included everything from fishing, boating, dancing, playing music, snowmobiling, bowling,  card playing, reading, puzzles,  to just enjoying family fun around the campfire at the cottage on a warm summers night.

Evelyn will be remembered as a very strong woman. She had such amazing strength, and that strength came through in who she was and all she did.   Intellectually, emotionally, spiritually, socially, and physically…. she was a strong woman. That strength carried her through the long, graceful journey of her life with dignity and pride.

Evelyn is survived by her children Donnie (Susan) of Williamsburg, Gail (Bob) Godbout of Keswick, Karen Wells (Terry Henderson) of Brinston and Robbin (David) Kerr of Mountain and by her siblings Muriel Potvin of Ottawa, Mary Kerr of Ottawa, Donald (June) MacMillan of Clarence Creek and Kenny (Norma) MacMillan of Ottawa.

She will be fondly remembered by grandchildren Greg, Kristine, Cory, Colin, Robert, Jeff, Ashley, Julie-Anne, Holly, and great-grandchildren Jake, Bo, Mack, Elle, Kristin, Rachel and Raine.

She was predeceased by her husband Ross and sisters Gladys Tippins, Betty Pinkham and Helen Allen.  She is also survived by nieces and nephews.    

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.  Funeral service was held at the funeral home on Thursday, August 25th at 11 a.m. with Rev. Norine Gullons officiating.  Interment followed at New Union Cemetery, Williamsburg.  

Pallbearers were grandchildren Ashley Kerr, Julie-Anne Kerr, Holly Kerr, Robert Wells, Cory Godbout and Colin Godbout.  
Donations to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church or Winchester Hospital would be appreciated by the family.

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Verla Velma Perrin passed away suddenly at her home in Morrisburg, on Wednesday, June 3, 2015. She was in her 86th year.

Verla was the daughter of the late Albert and Eva (nee Littlejohns) Disheau. She was a faithful servant at her church; supporting weddings, funerals and bazaars, and helping behind the scenes.  

She served in many positions as a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, and attended Canadian Club meetings to satisfy her thirst for knowledge. She volunteered at the Upper Canada Playhouse. 

She fed stray cats, played cards with her family and enjoyed sports and camping.

Throughout the years, Verla worked at Dundas Manor, Foodland, Treasure Island Restaurant, Pokey’s Place, Caldwell Linen Mills and D&K Fabrics. 

She delivered mail in the Martintown area, was a Bell Telephone operator, and had worked for Mr. Crombley who was involved with the lettering of tombstones in Martintown. She also helped transport cars from one place to another.   

Verla’s handiwork was to be admired—she made many quilts and also crocheted.  She was an excellent seamstress and made her niece’s wedding dress. 

She enjoyed day excursions and travelled to see Daniel O’Donnell several times.  

Very active in the Progressive Conservative Party, Verla attended meetings, posted lawn signs, worked at polling stations and volunteered before election day.

Verla was a humble lady, always kind and quick to help anyone in need.  She had a very strong faith.   Indeed Verla a bundle of energy. She enjoyed life and had many interests. 

Verla was the beloved wife of the late Ron Perrin (2012), and loving mother of Richard Tyo and Brenda (late Paul) St. Louis, both of Cornwall.  

She was cherished grandmother of Heidi (Randy) McGillis and great-grandmother of Kaitlin and Sarah Lynn McGillis, all of Cornwall. 

Verla will be lovingly remembered by her stepchildren Dwight (Cathy) Perrin of Kingston and Dwayne Perrin of Athens.  She was dear step-grandmother of Cindy (Neil) Boyce of Harrowsmith and Lee Perrin of Kingston, and loving step-great-grandmother of Harley and Braden Boyce of Harrowsmith.

She was the treasured sister of Glendon (Beverly) Disheau of Morrisburg, Elizabeth Smith of Massena, NY, Warren Disheau of Toronto, Wayne (Ann) Disheau of Morrisburg, Carol (Frank) Dahl of Wasa, BC, and Louella Smail of Brinston.

She was dear sister-in-law of Winston Baker of Stampville and Beverly Disheau of Morrisburg. She will be sadly missed by numerous nieces and nephews.  

Verla was predeceased by her parents Albert and Eva Disheau, her sister Heather Baker, her brothers Bert and Wallace Disheau and her brothers-in-law Harold Smith and Brian Smail. 

Friends were received at the Parker Funeral Home, Morrisburg on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Order of the Eastern Star, (Violet Chapter #206) service was held following the afternoon visitation.

Funeral service was at Lakeshore Drive United Church, Morrisburg on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 1 p.m.  Cremation with inurnment at Iroquois Point United Cemetery at a later date.  

Memorial donations to Lakeshore Drive United Church will be gratefully acknowledged. 

Pallbearers were Scott Robinson, Wesley Baker, Winston Baker, Grant Gingrich, Darren Crawford and Brian Howald

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