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Tribute TORONTO—Born in 1917 in Sarnia, Ont., Frederick Hamilton Walter was the eldest child born to Charles Frederick and May Walter. He early learned to love the Lord and serve him as part of a dedicated, enthusiastic Salvation Army family. After serving in the RCAF in the Second World War, Fred settled in Toronto and married Helen Pearl Moulton. He was a valued employee of Norwich Union Insurance Company, where he exemplified diligence and integrity. Fred served faithfully in many local officer positions including CCC and CT, first at Brock Avenue, then Bloor Central Corps. He was generous with his time and money, and many in the community benefited from his kind nature and his interest in their welfare. Fred is remembered for his cheerful smile, lively piano playing and his great interest in everybody and everything. He is deeply missed by daughters Barbara, Major Caroline (Ray) Braddock and Linda (Doug) Frost; brother, Vince (Cherie); sister, Major May Walter; and many other family members and friends. SUTTON, Ont.—Born in Musgrave Harbour, Nfld. & Lab., in 1925, Ernest L. Eason was the fourth of seven children and a third-generation Salvationist. As a young man, Ernie travelled throughout Newfoundland with his officer parents. He earned a teaching degree and taught briefly before moving to Corner Brook, Nfld. and Lab., where he met Gladys Butler in 1946. Moving to Toronto, they attended Dovercourt Citadel, where Ernie participated in band and songsters and often sang solos. He eventually became CSM and was instrumental in the move from Dovercourt to the present-day Etobicoke Temple. In retirement he was involved in various social services ministries throughout Toronto. In 1998 he married Major Mrs. Carol Pearo and they moved to Sutton, soldiering at Georgina CC. Ernie is survived by sisters Lily Wight and Evelyn Pritchett; brother, Major Lloyd (Ruth) Eason; son Ernie (Amanda), daughter Cheri (Craig) Wilson; eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.
Winterberry Heights Church Third Annual Festival of Voice and Brass April 28-29 With Majors Len and Heather Ballantine Saturday
7 p.m. – Festival of Voice and Brass Featuring songster brigades from the Golden Horseshoe with Winterberry Heights Band Tickets: $10
Sunday
10:30 a.m. – Worship Service 3 p.m. – Musical Celebration Featuring bands from Meadowlands, Mountain Citadel and Winterberry Heights Church For tickets or more information, contact Winterberry Heights Church, 300 Winterberry Drive, PO Box 99007, 1050 Paramount Drive, Stoney Creek ON L8J 1P8; phone: 905-573-0635 E-mail: info@winterberryheights.com Website: www.winterberryheights.com
PINCHER CREEK, Alta.—Born in 1909 in London, England, Mrs. Aux-Captain Nellie Nichol moved to Alberta at the age of 20, where she was employed as a teacher. Moving to Port Arthur, Ont., she married Salvation Army Captain Clifford Nichol and, after leaving the Army, was left for almost six years to raise their five young children while he served in the Second World War. When Cliff returned home they went back into the ministry, first as travelling evangelists, then as Salvation Army officers, serving in various corps appointments in British Columbia and Ontario, as well as twice ministering to Canadian troops in Germany. After Cliff passed away in 1978, Nellie continued to minister by playing the piano and leading Bible studies. She eventually settled in Pincher Creek, where she is remembered by residents of Crestview Lodge for her constant prayers and unwavering faith. She is missed by daughters Josie (Eldon) Erickson, Eva (Gary) Ziehl and Gwen Munshaw; 14 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. LONDON, Ont.—A fourth-generation Salvationist, Gordon Eric Chapman accepted Christ at a young age and was actively involved as a bandsman and songster at London Citadel. Enlisting with the RCAF, he served in various centres, including Moncton, N.B., where he married Margaret Vale in 1943. Following the Second World War, they returned to Ontario, where Gordon again became actively involved at London Citadel. Retiring from the insurance business, he volunteered with The Salvation Army’s correctional and justice services and played in the Ontario Great Lakes Reservist Band. Gordon is remembered for his patient, kind and gentle nature. He is survived by his brother, Lt-Colonel Robert Chapman; sons Ray (Joanne), Ken (Brenda), Ted and Mark (Dianne); daughters Doreen (David) and Doris (Ron); 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. March 2007 Salvationist
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