CELEBRATE COMMUNITY
AURORA, ONT.—During the ground-breaking ceremony for Northridge Community Church’s new building in Aurora, several companies generously donated to the Hope for Others Campaign, recognizing the people to be helped by the Army’s social services in the community. Magna International Inc. gave $250,000. TACC Developments and Brookfield Homes each contributed $100,000. From left, Mjr Brian Bishop, CO; Steve Hinder and John Crowell, Magna International Inc.; Mjr Glenda Bishop, CO; Lt-Col Susan van Duinen, DC, Ont. CE Div.
TRIBUTES SOUTHAMPTON, ONT.—Alexander Wilfred (Pat) Thorne was born in 1927 in Sydney, N.S., and grew up with six brothers and two sisters. Pat served in the Royal Canadian Engineers during the Second World War. He was injured and returned home for a lengthy recuperation in the military hospital in New Brunswick. After moving to Ontario, he married Diane Smith, opened a variety store and became a successful merchant and later campground owner-operator. Retiring in 1990 due to poor health, Pat took up woodworking as a hobby, handcrafting many ships, Canada geese, ducks and other projects. He donated many of his creations to organizations for fundraising. Pat was especially well known for building replicas of the famous Bluenose schooner and giving them to family and friends. He volunteered with the Canadian Cancer Society, Optimist Club and Salvation Army Christmas kettles in Canada and in the United States. He also served as an auxiliary police officer in Brantford, Ont. A blessing to many people at Owen Sound Corps, Pat is missed by his wife of 44 years, Diane; children, grandchildren; extended family and many friends. LEWISPORTE, N.L.—Arthur William Sheppard was born on Indian Islands, N.L., in 1920 and married Daisy May Sheppard in 1942. They initially lived in Stag Harbour, N.L., and in 1956 relocated to Embree, N.L., where Arthur was corps sergeant-major for 12 years. His carpenter trade enabled him to share his faith with others. Arthur went the extra mile in transporting corps members to Sunday and weekly services. “I will never leave you nor forsake you” (Hebrews 13:5) was his favorite Scripture verse. Arthur is fondly remembered by daughters Virley (Frank) Hoddinott, Lucy (Alonzo) Stryde, Cavell (Norman) Price; sons Scott (Madeline), Oswald (Ida), George (Thelma), Edward (Judy); brothers Stephen and John; 15 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. HAMILTON, ONT.—Born in Woodstock, Ont., in 1938, Ronald Allen Graham accepted Jesus as Saviour in 1963 at Hamilton Temple. After becoming a soldier, he served as a songster and bandsman. Missing him are his wife of 51 years, Linda; children Kathy (Rob) Allan, Wendy (James) Keillor, Jennifer Finucan; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. DEER LAKE, N.L.—Annie Olive McAllister was a faithful supporter of and worshipper at Deer Lake Corps. She was enrolled as a soldier in 1999. Left with loving memories are children Brenda (John) Knee, David (Wanda), Diana (Jim) Kimberlin; brothers Bryant (Betty) Caines, John (Holly) Caines; four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
LINDSAY, ONT.—Born in 1922 in Baptiste Lake, Ont., Eileen Holmes-Carr (nee Woodbury) committed her life to Jesus at the age of eight at an Army Sunday school in Lindsay. Her service there and subsequently at the Wychwood Corps and North York Temple in Toronto included participation in the singing company and corps cadets, and as a primary teacher, songster and home league member. After marrying Alexander (Alex) Holmes in 1950, they had four children: John, Ken, Elizabeth and Kathleen. She also fostered over 150 children in 25 years and served on the Foster Parent Executive and served as president of the Foster Parent Association of Ontario. Eileen returned to the Lindsay area in 1988 and led the shepherd program at the corps for 12 years. After Alex’s death in 1993, she married Rowland (Roly) Carr in 1994. Noted as a zealous follower of Jesus Christ, Eileen is greatly missed by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren; sister, Gwen Fish; other family and friends. LETHBRIDGE, ALTA.—Born in 1919 in Hanna, Alta., Mrs. Brigadier Gertrude Frayn (nee Fehr) entered the Valiant Session at The Salvation Army College for Officer Training in Toronto at the age of 24. With her now deceased husband, Cyril, she served for 36 years in corps and divisional ministry in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario. After retiring, the Frayns lived in Lethbridge, Alta., where they enjoyed participating in corps activities. Gertrude’s delightful humour, ready wit and extensive vocabulary endeared her to all she met. She is survived by daughter, Shirley (Clifford) Cummings. CAMBRIDGE, ONT.—Robert French was born in 1918 in Dumbarton, Scotland, and moved to Clydebank a few years later. He committed his life to the Lord at an early age and was involved in Army banding all his life. He moved to the United States with his family in 1954 and then came to Cambridge (Galt), Ont., in 1959. At various times at the Galt Corps, he served as bandmaster and songster leader. Until the last few months of his life, Robert continued to play his Bb horn with other Salvationists at seniors’ homes and performed solos at the home where he lived. He enjoyed good fellowship with his friend, Bert French. Robert is survived by daughter, Mary (Gary); two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. BOWMANVILLE, ONT.—Fred Gold Sneed was born in Henderson, North Carolina, U.S.A., in 1937 and married Marion McReelis in 1963. He became a senior soldier in 1976 at Bowmanville Corps and was involved in the scouting program, from which he received a Medal of Merit and a 35-year medal. He also served as president of the men’s fellowship for 12 years. Fred is lovingly remembered by wife, Marion; children Debbie (Jim), Richard, Mary Ann (Paul), Charles (Becky), James (Megan); six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; sisters Libby and Ruth. PENTICTON, B.C.—Born in Vancouver, Gertrude Grace Miriam Roper (nee Fitch) was promoted to Glory at age 96. Growing up in Grandview Corps, Vancouver, Gertie was active as a junior and senior soldier, songster, girl guide and ranger leader, earning the General’s Tassel Award. She worked as a secretary in public relations at divisional headquarters. After marrying George Roper in 1939, she served as the divisional commander’s secretary while George was overseas for five years during the Second World War. With her husband and their four children, Gertie eventually settled in Kelowna, B.C., where she gave leadership in Sunday school and home league. Following retirement in Penticton, she served the Lord through home league and community care ministries. Gertie is remembered as a loving wife, a praying, giving mother and grandmother, trusted friend, dedicated Army soldier and faithful follower of Jesus Christ. She is greatly missed by husband, George; children Beverley, Major Marg (Joe), Donald (Janice), Mary (Thomas); 11 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; brother Colonel Ernest Fitch; many other family and friends. Salvationist I December 2011 I 29