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Tribute LINDSAY, ONT.—Frances (Fran) Laura Moore was born in Wiarton, Ont., in 1925, and moved to Toronto at the age of three, where she lived until moving to Lindsay in 1985. Fran attended the Army as an adherent in Wiarton, Ont., and at the Fairbanks Corps in Toronto. In 2005, at the age of 80, she became a soldier at Lindsay. Fran was known for her community volunteer work, particularly her passion for the Army’s kettle ministry. She will be remembered for her love for family, her humour, generosity to everyone, an outgoing personality and a readiness to share Jesus with others. She is missed by children Kay (John) Lawrence, Frank (Rita) Law, Linda (Bob) Messmer; six grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. MONTREAL—Linda Ruth Harty was born in Montreal in 1941. Shortly after graduating as a registered nurse, Linda dedicated her professional career to The Salvation Army Catherine Booth Hospital, Montreal, serving as the director of nursing and technical services for many years. In retirement, she served as interim director of The Salvation Army Montclair Residence. Linda was a member of the Westward Rotary Club, eventually becoming an honorary member. She was a well-respected Salvationist at Montreal Citadel, serving in several leadership capacities. Linda is missed by sons David (Mary) and Matthew (Tamara); five grandchildren; sisters Diane McQueen and Susan (Victor) Major; close friend, Major Edith Verstege; and many other family members and friends. TORONTO—Christianna (Chrissie) Hollett Thomasen was promoted to Glory at age 103. After moving from Grand Bank, N.L., to Toronto in 1936, Chrissie began a 26-year career as a comptometer (mechanical calculator) operator at R. B. Hayhoe Company until she retired. She was enrolled as a senior soldier in 1957 at North Toronto Community Church. In retirement, she worked for two years with The Salvation Army’s community and family services. Chrissie will be especially remembered as a home league member and for her home telephone ministry to the congregation. Although childless, she became “mother” to the children of her husband, Herbert, whom she married in 1978. Chrissie is remembered by Herbert, who faithfully cared for her at home, and Harry, Herbert Jr, Chrissie, Ruth and many friends. ST. CATHARINES, ONT.—Dorothy L. Wardell (nee Beck) was born in Thorold Township, Ont. After starting a family, she began attending the corps in Thorold where she became a senior soldier and home league secretary. After the corps closed, the family attended St. Catharines Corps. Dorothy worked at the thrift store, was a member of the women’s auxiliary of the men’s social ministries and enjoyed going to Camp Selkirk for home league camp. She loved cooking, gardening and knitting, and made many sweaters for her grandchildren. She enjoyed the chapel services while a resident of the Salvation Army Eventide Home and in spite of limited vision, faithfully read her Bible and devotional book. Dorothy is survived by daughters Mjr Donna Pitcher (David), Carol Colledge (Richard), Marilyn Levere, Dora Dix, Connie Holmes (Bill); son, Patrick (Paula); two sisters, 19 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. PRINCE ALBERT, SASK.—Ralph Paul was born in Swift Current, Sask., in 1927, and committed his life to Christ as a child. Following commissioning in Toronto as an Army officer in 1946, he served in Meadow Lake, Sask., The Pas, Man., and Nipawin, Sask., where he married Colleen Brass. After moving to Prince Albert, in 1954, Ralph worked with Canada Correctional Services until retirement. He attended Prince Albert Corps for 50 years, supported by his wife, Colleen, of nearly 62 years. Though diagnosed with a neurological disease in 1997, Ralph continued to serve God. He was active in two Bible studies, the men’s fellowship, and played the organ weekly at Sunday services and for several nursing homes. Left to remember his godly influence are his wife, Colleen; daughters Marilyn and Cathy; son, Gordon; and their families.
GANDER, N.L.—Born in Deer Lake, N.L., in 1926, Shirley Elizabeth Chaulk married Eric, who introduced her to the Army and the Lord. Sixty-four years of marriage blessed them with four children, nine grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren. Shirley invested her life in the Army, serving as home league treasurer for over 30 years at Deer Lake and Labrador City/Wabush, N.L. In retirement, she served as treasurer of community care ministries in Lewisporte, N.L., volunteered for the Christmas kettle ministry and spent a few summers serving at the Army’s Twin Ponds Camp while her husband, Eric, worked there. Shirley loved life and serving God. She is remembered by husband, Eric; daughters Mjr Elizabeth (Charles) Granter and Beverly (Bruce) Adam; sons Eric (Violet) and Mjr David (Wavey); and many extended family and friends. LINDSAY, ONT.—Born in 1922, Florence (Florrie) Daynes was a faithful member of The Salvation Army in Lindsay. She served in community care ministries, women’s ministries, regularly attended Bible studies and faithfully read the Scriptures. Dearly loved by her daughter and three sons, nine grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren, Florrie was known as a prayer warrior and an eager witness for Jesus Christ. Her smile and humour impacted many for Christ and her church family and community friends miss her. LINDSAY, ONT.—Janet Jeanie Cochran Currah was born in 1941, and was enrolled as a senior soldier in 1984 with her husband, Bruce. They attended Toronto’s Scarborough Citadel for several years where she taught Sunday school, was a member of the songsters and home league. They subsequently attended the corps in Lindsay and after her husband’s death in 2000, Janet faithfully attended Bible study there and enjoyed weekly fellowship at the women’s ministries in Fenelon Falls, Ont. Even in hospital, Janet befriended and encouraged other patients. She will be remembered for her quiet spirit and positive outlook on life. Janet is missed by son, Mark; daughters Debbie (Kevin) and Raelene (Stan); three grandchildren and many family and friends.
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TERRITORIAL Appointments Cpts Peter/Marnie Mitchell, family services workers, Vancouver community and family services, B.C. Div; Mjr Ron Cartmell, area commander, Interior Region, B.C. Div (additional responsibility); Mjr Roxanne Jennings, area commander, Island Region, B.C. Div (additional responsibility); Mjr Dirk van Duinen, area commander, Lower Mainland Region, B.C. Div (designation change) Long service—25 years Mjrs Dale Pilgrim, Kenneth/Colleen Kimberley Births Cpts Patrick/Danielle Bulloch, daughter, Jordan Ariel, Nov 14 Promoted to Glory Aux-Cpt Winnifred Branscombe, from Niagara Falls, Ont., Nov 5; Mjr Fern Anthony, from Saskatoon, Nov 21; Mrs Lt-Col Doris Warrender, from Toronto, Nov 23; Aux-Cpt Clifford Flannigan, from Toronto, Nov 27; Mjr Roger Henderson, from Halifax, Dec 2; Mrs Mjr Audrey Marks, from Toronto, Nov 28
CALENDAR
Commissioners William and Marilyn Francis Feb 6 Charlottetown Community Church, P.E.I., Maritime Div; Feb 7-11 officers’ retreat, Maritime Div; Feb 16-17 Canadian Council of Churches leaders’ retreat, Jackson’s Point, Ont.; Feb 17-18 National Advisory Board, Toronto; Feb 22-24 officers’ retreat, Ont CE Div Colonels Floyd and Tracey Tidd Feb 1-3 officers’ retreat, N.L. Div Salvationist I February 2011 I 29