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NAU, Robert Charles-Passed away peacefully at his residence R.R.#1 Newton on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at the age of 62 years. Beloved partner for 35 years of Diane Schweitzer. Loving father of Becky Schweitzer (Newton), Sherri and Wade Clark (Goderich), Charlotte Dicker (Nanaimo, B.C.) and son Robert Nau (Winnipeg, MB). Sadly missed by grandchildren Taylor, Courtney, Rielly and Nathanial. Survived by two brothers Jim Nau and Jayne (St. Marys), Philip and Trish Nau (London), two sisters Loralee Streicher (Millbank) and Carla Nau (Stratford). Also survived by his mother Barbara McNab, four step-brothers and two step-sisters (Vancouver Island, B.C.). Predeceased by his father Leslie, uncles Edward, Lloyd and his aunt Pearl who helped raise him. Bob worked in the scrap business all his life and for a time owned an auto wreckers in Logan Township. His passions were stock car racing and moose hunting. Having earned his pilot’s license gave him and others many enjoyable memories and that was his greatest passion. There will be no visitation at Bob’s request. Cremation has already taken place. Memorial contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the charity of one’s choice would be appreciated as an expression of sympathy. (Arrangements entrusted to the Futher-Franklin Funeral Home, Wellesley)

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GIBSON,  Paul V.-After a long battle with cancer at the Hamilton Continuing Care Centre, on Sunday, December 20, 2009 in his 81^st year.  Beloved husband of Gloria (nee Brackenbury).  Loving father of Judi and her partner Crawford, Karen (Jim Currier) Allan and his friend Mary, Laurie and Janice (Robin Mueller).  Dear grandfather of Katie and Adam Currier, Olivia and Andrew Mancini and Tye Mueller.  He will be sadly missed by his sister Rhonda (Robert Ming) and sister in law June Gibson as well as his wrestling buddies.  Predeceased by his brother Darrell.  Thank you to the staff of HCC and CCAC for their care and support of Paul.  The family will receive friends at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints, Main Street Eat at Emerald Street, Hamilton on Tuesday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.  Funeral services will be held in the chapel on Wednesday, December 23 at 11 a.m.  Interment White Chapel Memorial Gardens.  As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Ward Missionary Fund of the church would be appreciated. (Arrangements entrusted to the Futher-Franklin Funeral Home, Wellesley 519-656-2880)

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NOWAK, Louis H.-Peacefully at Freeport Hospital, Kitchener, on Friday, February 19, 2010.  Lou of St. Agatha in his 79^th year.  Beloved husband of Shirley (nee Hinschberger).  Loving father of Kimberley (Bruce Cushing) of Kitchener and Kevin (Traci) of St. Agatha.  Dear grandfather of Kate and Kory.  Special friend of Matt Weiler.  He will be sadly missed by his brothers and sisters; Stan (Mary), Caroline (the Late Walter Strome), Anne (Bob Dannecker), Alphonse (Lorraine), Marie Moir (Barry), Cecile (Don Paterson), sister-in-law Eleanor Nowak as well as many nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by his parents; William and Louisa Nowak, parents in-law; Philip and Rosetta Hinschberger, brothers and sister; Margaret, John (Ann), Bernard (Ann), Charles, and brother-in-law Don Moir.  Lou was a former employee of the City of Kitchener, Township of Wilmot and retired from the aluminum siding and renovation business.  Friends may call at the FUTHER-FRANKLIN FUNERAL HOME, 1172 Henry Street, Wellesley, on Sunday and Monday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.  Funeral Services to St. Agatha Roman Catholic Church, St. Agatha, for Funeral Mass on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 11 a.m.  Father Charles Fedy officiating.  Interment St. Agatha Cemetery.  Donations to the Grand River Hospital Foundation or Princess Margaret Hospital, Toronto would be appreciated.

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BAST, Nancy-Went home to be with the Lord at Nithview Home, New Hamburg, on Friday, February 19, 2010.  Nancy was born 90 years ago in WilmotTownship, a daughter of the late David K. and Barbara (Jantzi) Roth. Beloved wife of the Late Aaron Bast (1994).  Loving mother of Murray and his wife Florence of Wellesley, Fern and her husband John Good of Baden and Helen Wilfing of Walkerton.  Dear grandmother of Parry Bast (Alyssa Foulkes), Lindsay Bast (Becky Shaw), Caralee Good, Rachelle (Clyde Matava), Rosanne (Marty Robinson), Jeremy Wilfing and Christine Wilfing.  Will be sadly missed by her brothers; Milton Roth, David Roth (Eileen) and sister Barbara (Nelson Zehr), sisters in-law; Madeline Roth, Dora Roth, Marion Roth and June Hackett.  Predeceased by Elmer Roth (Esther), Alvin Roth, Michael Roth, Lizzian Roth, John Roth (Erma), Clara Roth and Ernest Roth. Nancy led a full life, devoting her time to her family, friends and the church. Her gift for caring and hospitality gave her much joy and many opportunities to enrich the lives of those around her. The family would like to thank the staff at Nithview for the care they extended to Nancy during her time at the home. Friends may call at the Futher-Franklin Funeral Home,  1172 Henry Street, Wellesley on Tuesday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.  A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. at Rush’s Cemetery, Crosshill. The funeral service will follow beginning at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Paul Yantzi officiating, at FaithMennoniteChurch,  1533 Chalmers-Forrest Road  , Kingwood. As an expression of sympathy, the family would appreciate donations to Faith Mennonite Church Building Fund or Christian Aid Ministries. ‘But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness”…for when I am weak, then I am strong.’ -  2 Corinthians 12:9,10

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ERB, Frieda-Went to be with her Lord, with family by her side, at Greenwood Court, Stratford, on Sunday, February 21, 2010 in her 99^th year.  Born on January 5, 1912, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Nafziger) Erb. Beloved wife of the late John G. Erb (2004).  Devoted mother of Franklin and Jean Erb of Wellesley, Arnold and Annetta Erb of Brunner, Marjorie and Mervin Roth of New Hamburg, Helen and Henry Streicher of Heidelberg and Jean Ann and Cameron Jutzi of Kitchener.  Proud and loving grandma to 20 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.  Frieda is also survived by her sister Marie Leis, by  sisters-in-law Mabel Erb, Laura Nafziger, Katherine Erb, and brother-in-law Allen Erb and wife Norma.  She is predeceased by one son in infancy and by two great-grandchildren, her brothers Ervin Erb and wife Erma, Joseph Erb, sisters and brothers-in-law Gordon Leis, Elmer Erb and wife Vera, Cornelius Erb, Norman Erb and wife Amanda, Dan Erb and wife Doris (Kropf) Harvey Nafziger, Emma Erb and Mary Erb.  Frieda was a life long and active member of Maple View Mennonite Church, Wellesley.  Family and friends are invited to share their memories of Frieda with her family at Crosshill Mennonite Church, 2537 Hutchison Road, Crosshill, on Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.  Funeral Services will be held at Crosshill Mennonite Church on Thursday, February 25^th at 2 p.m.  Pastor Bruce Sawatsky officiating.  Interment to follow at Maple View Mennonite Cemetery, Wellesley.  As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Maple View Building Fund, Greenwood Court or the Mennonite Central Committee.  The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the staff at Greenwood Court for the years of compassionate care given to our mother.   Arrangement entrusted to the Futher-Franklin Funeral Home Wellesley. 519-656-2880

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HAWTHORNE, Ferne-Peacefully at People Care Tavistock, on Saturday, March 6, 2010 in her 98^th year.  Born on October 28, 1912, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Amelia (Dahms) McFaddin.  Beloved wife of the late William Allan Hawthorne (1962).  Ferne is predeceased by her three brothers, Glen McFaddin (2006), Charles McFaddin (1991) and Wilbert McFaddin (1996).  She is survived by her sister-in-law Helen (Voll) McFaddin of Millbank, nephews Robert McFaddin, James McFaddin both of Millbank, William McFaddin and wife Corey of Waterloo and Douglas McFaddin of Cincinnati, Ohio.  Also survived by nieces Connie Gonsalves and husband Hammond of London and Deborah Kay and husband James of Stratford.  She will be fondly remembered by great-nieces Sarah and Darcy McFaddin of Waterloo and great-nephew Nathan Gonsalves of London.  Ferne grew up on the 5^th Line of Wellesley Township, later moving to the 7^th Line.  She taught elementary school at S.S. 6 Wellesley and later at S.S. & Wallace.  Following her marriage to Allan, she assisted her husband in the operation of the Millbank Hardware until his death in 1962.  Ferne continued to reside in Millbank.  She attended the Millbank Knox-Wesley United Church, actively participating in the UCW.  Ferne travelled extensively throughout Canada and the United States as well as trips to Ireland, Japan, Korea, Finland and Sweden.  Cremation has taken place.  Friends are invited to visit wityh the family on Saturday, March 13, 2010 from 10 a.m. till time of Memorial Service at 11 a.m. at the Millbank Knox-Wesley United Church officiated by Reverend Krista Vandersar.  Interment will take place at the Millbank United Church Cemetery at a later date.  As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.  The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the staff of People Care Tavistock for their many years of compassionate care. Arrangements entrusted to the Futher-Franklin Funeral Home. Wellesley. 519-656-2880

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