Memorials

McDERMID--In fond memory of Jason McDermid, May 30, 2005
Loving and kind in all his ways,
Upright and just to the end of his days,
Sincere and kind in heart and mind
What a beautiful memory he left behind.
Lovingly remembered, Jim & Donna, George & Margaret Gilpin
Manitoulin Expositor, May 24, 2006

McDERMID--In memory of my love, Jason McDermid, who left us suddenly on May 30, 2005
If I could only turn back time
And you were here with me,
Living, laughing, loving
Oh how happy I would be!
I always will remember
The life I spent with you,
The days that you would take my hand
And say you loved me too!
The dawn of each tomorrow
Brings thoughts of yesterdays,
These are the only things I have
To ease my pain away.
I can't escape the silence
Of life without you here,
I welcome you in dreams at night
In sleep there's no despair.
Yes, you have gone far away
So far away from me,
To see all heaven's glories
It was your destiny.
So I must wait my time to go
Then forever we will be,
The both of us together
With no need of memories.
Sadly missed and always loved, Shirley and Dylan
Manitoulin Expositor, May 24, 2006

MCDERMID--In loving memory of Jason McDermid who left us suddenly on May 30, 2005.
Little ones don't understand
When God removes a parent's hand.
Out of view and out of sight
Not there to tuck you in at night.
There was no wrong that had been done
Or reasons there under the sun.
Sometimes Daddies go away.
It seems so sad for me to say.
I miss you now and always will
And though I'm gone I love you still.
Remember me on rainy nights,
And winter days with fire lights.
Though I'm gone, I'm still in reach,
With inner voices I might teach.
My love for you goes on forever,
You're not alone, not now, not ever.
Sadly missed and always loved, Shirley and Dylan.
Manitoulin Expositor, May 30, 2007

In loving memory of Jason McDermid, who left us suddenly, on May 30, 2005.
They say that there's a reason,
They say that time will heal.
But neither time nor reason,
Will change the way we feel.
For no one knows the heartache,
That lies beneath our smiles.
No one knows how many times,
We've broken down and cried.
We want to tell you something,
So there won't be any doubt,
You're so wonderful to think of,
But so hard to be without.
We cannot bring back the old days,
When we were all together.
The family chain is broken now,
But memories live forever.
Sadly missed and always loved, Shirley and Dylan.
Manitoulin Expositor, May 28, 2008

MCDERMID--In loving memory of Jason McDermid who passed away on May 30, 2005.
Our lives go on without you
But nothing is the same,
We have to hide our heartaches
When someone speaks your name.
Sad are the hearts that love you
Silent the tears that fall,
Living our lives without you
Is the hardest part of all.
You did so many things for us
Your heart was kind and true,
And when we needed someone
We could always count on you.
The special years will not return
When we were all together,
But with the love within our hearts
You will walk with us forever.
Sadly missed and always loved, Shirley and Dylan.
Manitoulin Expositor, May 27, 2009

MCDERMID, Neil: In loving memory of a dear husband and father who passed away August 7, 1974.
"Although we smile and make no fuss,
No one misses him more than us;
And when old times we oft recall
That's when we miss him most of all
Sadly missed and always will be remembered by Myrtle and family
The Manitoulin Expositor, page 22, Thursday, July 31, 1975
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

MCDERMID--In loving memory of Phylma McDermid, August 23, 1930 - March 30, 2008.
To my wife and partner of 53 years.
One year has passed since you were taken from your terrible suffering, but the loneliness and emptiness lingers on.
Always loved and missed by your loving husband, Doug.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 18, 2009

MCDERMID--In loving memory of Phylma McDermid, August 23, 1930 - March 30, 2008.
Tribute to a Sister
One year ago I lost a sister, friend, companion and so much more.
Someone who would call me whenever she had made bean soup, seen a cardinal or had some knitting or crocheting to show me.
Forever loved! Forever missed! From your sister, Maimie Ann.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 18, 2009

MCDERMID--In loving memory of Phylma McDermid, August 23, 1930 - March 30, 2008.
Tribute to a Sister
One year ago I lost a sister, friend, companion and so much more.
Someone who would call me whenever she had made bean soup, seen a cardinal or had some knitting or crocheting to show me.
Forever loved! Forever missed! From your sister, Mamie Ann.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 25, 2009

MCDERMID--In loving memory of Phylma McDermid, August 23, 1930 - March 30, 2008.

To my wife and partner of 53 years. One year has passed since you were taken from your terrible suffering, but the loneliness and emptiness lingers on.
Always loved and missed by your loving husband, Doug.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 25, 2009

MCDONALD--In loving memory of Margaret McDonald who joined with God on November 4th, 2006.
Time is too slow for those who wait;
Too swift for those who fear;
Too long for those who grieve;
Too short for those who rejoice;
But for those who Love
Time is Eternity.
Love Eternal, Bob, Heather, Dan and Sara.
Manitoulin Expositor, October 31, 2007

MCDONALD--In loving memory of Margaret McDonald, beloved wife of Bob. Beloved mother of Heather, Dan and wife Sara McDonald. Beloved grandma of Miss Hannah McDonald and loyal friend to Kelsey.
And ever, as the story drained
The wells of fancy dry,
And faintly strove that weary one 'The rest next time-'
'It is the next time!
'The happy voices cry.
Lewis Carroll
Manitoulin Expositor, November 5, 2008

MCDONALD - And ever, as the story drained
The wells of fancy dry,
And faintly strove that weary one
To put the subject by,
'The rest next time-' 'It is the next time!'
The happy voices cry.
Lewis CarrollIn
Loving Memory of Margaret McDonald, beloved wife of Bob. Beloved Mother of Heather, Dan and wife Sara McDonald. Beloved Grandma of Miss Hannah McDonald and Loyal friend to Kelsey.
Manitoulin Expositor, November 12, 2008

MCDONALD--In loving memory of our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother Mary, who passed away March 10, 1999.
To us you were so special
For we, her loved ones,
Knew her in a very special way
--Deeply missed and loved forever, Ann, Kerry and Steven, Craig, Martine, Megan and Kayla, Sherie, Rick Stephanie, Brittany and Breanna.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 8, 2000

MCDONALD--In loving memory of a dear wife Mary, who passed away March 10, 1999.
My lips cannot tell how I miss her,
My heart cannot tell what I say;
God alone know how I miss her
In a home that is lonesome today.
--Always remembered and loved
Walt McDonald and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 8, 2000

MCDONALD--In loving memory of a dear wife Mary, who passed away March 10, 1999.
My lips cannot tell how I miss her,
My heart cannot tell what I say;
God alone knows how I miss her,
In a home that is lonesome today.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 6, 2002

McDONALD--Mary who passed away March 10, 1999 and my son Michael, August 6, 1998.
Though her smile is gone forever
And her hand I cannot touch
Still I have so many memories,
Of the one I loved so much.
Her memory is my keepsake,
With which I will never part,
God has her in his keeping
I have her in my heart.
Always remembered by, Walter
Manitoulin Expositor, March 10, 2004

MCDONALD--In loving memory of a dear son Michael, who passed away August 6, 1998.
Nothing can ever take away
The love a heart holds dear,
Fond memories linger every day,
Remembrance keeps him near.
--Always remembered and loved
Walt McDonald and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 8, 2000

MCDONALD--In loving memory of a dear son Michael, who passed way August 6, 1998.
Nothing can ever take away
the love a heart holds dear,
Fond memories linger every day,
Remembrance keeps him near.
--Always remembered and loved, Walt McDonald and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 6, 2002

MCDONALD--In loving memory of my wife Mary who passed away March 10, 1999 and my son Michael who passed away August 8, 1998.
And with the morn
Those angel faces smile
Which I have loved
Long since and lost a while.
From your husband, your father, Walter.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 17, 2005

MCDONALD--In loving memory of my wife Mary, March 10, 1999 and my son Michael, August 8, 1998.
This day I do remember,
A loving thought I give
To ones no longer with me
But in my heart still live.
Always remembered by Walter McDonald.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 8, 2006

MCDOUGALL--In loving memory of my best friend Andrew, who passed away January 30, 1999.
What would I give to clasp his hand,
To hear his voice, to see his smile.
That meant so much to me
You left behind an aching heart
That loved you most sincere
I never did, nor ever will forget you.
--Sadly missed by a special friend Alida McLean.
Manitoulin Expositor, February 9, 2000

MCGAUGHEY--In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather Cecil, who passed away February 13, 1988.
As time goes on without you
And days turn into years
They hold a million memories
And a thousand tears.
--Sadly missed and forever loved by Lyla, Ron and Jason.
Manitoulin Expositor, February 16, 2000

MCGAUGHEY--In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, Cecil, who passed away February 13, 1988.
This day is remembered and quietly kept
No words are needed we'll never forget.
For those we love don't go away
They walk beside us everyday.
Unseen, unheard but always near
We will always miss you
and wish you were here.
--Lovingly remembered and sadly missed,
by Lyla, Ron and Jason
Manitoulin Expositor, February 13, 2002

MCGAUGHEY--In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, Cecil, who passed away 17 years ago on February 13, 1988.
Memories of the one we've loved
Still cast their gentle glow.
To grace our days and light our paths
Wherever we may go.
Sadly missed and loved by Lyla, Ron and Jason.
Manitoulin Expositor, February 9, 2005

MCGAUGHEY--In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather Cecil, who passed away February 13, 1988.
A little tribute small and tender
Just to say we still remember.
Your presence we miss,
Your memory we treasure
Loving you always,
Forgetting you never.
Lovingly missed and always remembered by Lyla, Ron and Jason.
Manitoulin Expositor, February 15, 2006

McGAUGHEY--In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother Inez, who passed away January 15, 1988.
Treasured thoughts of one so dear,
Often bring a silent tear.
Thoughts of scenes long passed,
Years roll by, memories last.
--Always remembered and loved by Lyla, Ron and Jason.
Manitoulin Expositor, January 12, 2000

McGAUGHEY--In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother, Inez, who passed away January 14, 1988.
In our hearts your memory lingers,
Sweetly tender, fond and true.
There is not a day dear mother,
That we do not think of you.
--Always remembered and sadly missed by Lyla, Ron and Jason.
Manitoulin Expositor, January 16, 2002

MCGAUGHEY--In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother, Inez who passed away 15 years ago, January 14, 1988.
Calm and peaceful she is sleeping,
Sweetest rest that follows pain,
We who loved her sadly miss her,
But trust in God to meet again.
--Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by Lyla, Ron, and Jason.
Manitoulin Expositor, January 15, 2003

MCGAUGHEY--In loving memory of Inez McGaughey, January 14, 1988.
Just a thought of sweet remembrance
Just a memory fond and true
Just a token of affection
And a heartache still for you
More each day we miss you
Though our thoughts are not revealed
Little do they know the sorrow
That is within our hearts concealed.
Lovingly remembered by Lyla, Ron and Jason.
Manitoulin Expositor, January 19, 2005

MCGAUGHEY--In loving memory of our dear mother and grandmother, Inez, who passed away January 14, 1988.
Memories are like threads of gold
Your presence we miss
Your memory we treasure
Loving you always
Forgetting you never.
Sadly missed by Lyla, Ron and Jason.
Manitoulin Expositor, January 18, 2006

McGAULEY, DARREL--In loving memory of Darrel McGauley, September 8, 2003, dear husband of Bids and father of Stacy and Lisa and Poppa to Reegan.
Dear Darrel,
The moment that you died
Our hearts split in two
One side filled with memories
The other died with you.
Love, Bids
There will always be a heartache
And many a silent tear
But always the precious memories
Of the days when you were here
We hold you close within our hearts
And there you will remain
To walk with us throughout our lives
Until we meet again.
Lovingly remembered by Colleen (Bids), Stacy, Reegan, Lisa and Steve.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 8, 2004

IN MEMORY--In memory of Seward Hall, August 1, 2000, Dwight MCGAULEY, July 11, 2000, Eileen Smeltzer, July, Nancy Miller, May 3, 2000.
The sun sets, but gentle warmth still lingers on the land
The tide recedes, but leaves behind the seashells and the sand,
The music stops but echoes on still in sweet refrains
For every joy that passes
Something beautiful remains
Pat Hall
Manitoulin Expositor, July 27, 2005

McGAULEY--In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather, Dwight McGauley who passed away July 11, 2000.
A million times we've needed you,
A million times we've cried
If love alone could've saved you
You never would have died.
In life we love you still
In our hearts you hold a place,
No one else will ever fill
It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn't go alone.
Part of us went with you,
The day God took you home.
--Elaine Duncan, Deb and Victoria Heather Evan and Kristina
Manitoulin Expositor, July 11, 2001

MCGILLIS--In loving memory of our mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Lauretta McGillis, who passed away December 2, 2002.
We look at your picture and
We remember your laughter
We remember your smile
We remember the happy times we shared.
Loved and missed by June, Robert, Rick and families.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 1, 2004

McGOVERN, VI--March 27, 2002
I'd like to be able to see you,
I'd like to be able to say,
That one little phrase, that everyone says
How are you today?
But since I cannot do that
I'll picture in my mind
Your big wide smile,
Your bright brown eyes
And your answer "Oh, I'm just fine"
Sadly missed by Heather, Susan, Larry, Lindsay and Ben
Manitoulin Expositor, March 24, 2004

MCGOVERN Wm. In loving memory of our Dad, who passed away Dec 21, 1942 also of Uncle Frank who passed away Dec. 12, 1978.
Just as you were you will always be,
Treasured forever in our memory.
Sadly missed & loving remembered by Rhoda & family
Manitoulin Expositor, December 4, 1979
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

MCGRAGH--In loving memory of our dearly loved and cherished son, brother and uncle, Gordon Thomas, who was taken from us March 6, 1983.
This month comes back with deep regret
It brings back a day we will never forget.
He went away without saying good-bye
But our memories of him will never die.
No one knows the grief we bear
When the family meets and he’s not there.
The tears we shed will wipe away
But the ache in our hearts will always stay.
He left us suddenly, his thoughts unknown
But he left us with memories,
We are proud to own.
--Sadly missed and always loved and remembered by Mom and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 1, 2000

MCGRAGH--In loving memory of our dearly loved and cherished son, brother and uncle, Gordon Thomas, who was taken from us March 6, 1983.
This month comes back with deep regret
It brings back a day we will never forget.
He went away without saying good-bye
But our memories of him will never die.
No one knows the grief we bear
When the family meets and he's not there.
The tears we shed will wipe away
But the ache in our hearts will always stay.
He left us suddenly, his thoughts unknown
But he left us with memories,
We are proud to own.
--Sadly missed, always loved and remembered by Mom and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 6, 2002

MCGRAGH--In loving memory of our dearly loved and cherished son, brother and uncle, Gordon Thomas, who was taken from us March 6, 1983.
This month comes back with deep regret
It brings back a day we will never forget.
He went away without saying good bye
But our memories of him will never die.
No one knows the grief we bear
When the family meets and he's not there.
The tears we shed will wipe away
But the ache in our hearts will always stay.
He left us so suddenly, his thoughts unknown
But he left us with memories,
We are proud to own.
Sadly missed, always loved and remembered by Mom and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 2, 2005

MCGRAGH--In loving memory of Gordon Thomas who died March 6, 1983.
Within our hearts we always keep
A special place for you
And try to do our best to live
As you would want us to.
Loved, remembered always by the family.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 1, 2006

MCGRAGH-In memory of Malcolm McGragh, 1929 - 1998 and Gordon Thomas McGragh, 1957 - 1983.
They are gone but not forgotten,
And, as dawns another year;
In our lonely hours of thinking,
Thoughts of them are always near.
Days of sadness will come o'er us,
Many think the wound is healed,
But they little know the sorrow,
That lies in the heart concealed.
The Family.
Manitoulin Expositor, May 2, 2007

MCGRAGH--In loving memory of, William Malcolm, June 4, 1929 to May 5, 1998.
When I Must Leave You
When I must leave you for a little while
Please do not grieve and shed wild tears
And hug your sorrow to you through the years.
But start out bravely with a gallant smile;
And for my sake and in my name
Live on and do all things the same,
Feed not your loneliness on empty days.
But fill each waking hour in useful ways,
Reach out your hand and comfort and in cheer
And I in turn will comfort you
And hold you near;
And never, never be afraid to die,
For I am waiting for you in the sky!
--Doris and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, May 2, 2001

MCGRAGH--In loving memory of William Malcolm, June 4, 1929 to May 5, 1998.
When I Must Leave You
When I must leave you for a little while
Please do not grieve and shed wild tears
And hug your sorrow to you though the years.
But start out bravely with a gallant smile;
And for my sake and in my name
Live on and do all things the same,
Feed not your loneliness on empty days.
But fill each waking hour in useful ways,
Reach out your hand and comfort and in cheer
And I in turn will comfort you
And hold you near;
And never, never be afraid to die,
For I am waiting for you in the sky!
--Doris and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, May 1, 2002

MCGRAGH, William-- In loving memory of William Malcolm, June 4, 1929 to May 5, 1998.
When I Must Leave You
When I must leave you for a little while
Please do not grieve and shed wild tears.
And hug our sorrow to you through the years
But start out bravely with a gallant smile
And for my sake and in my name
Live on and do all things the same,
Feed not your loneliness on empty days
But fill each waking hour in useful ways.
Reach out your hand and comfort and cheer.
And I in turn will comfort and cheer
And I in turn will comfort you and hold you near;
And never, never be afraid to die,
For I am waiting for you in the sky!
--Doris and family
Manitoulin Expositor, May 5, 2004

MCGRAGH--In loving memory of William Malcolm McGragh, May 5, 1998.
Within our hearts we always keep
A special place for you.
And try to do our best to live
As you would want us to.
--Loved, remembered always, the Family.
Manitoulin Expositor, May 4, 2005

MCGRAGH--In memory of William Malcolm McGragh, May 5, 1998.
Within our hearts we always keep
A special place for you.
And try to do our best to live
As you would want us to.
Loved, remembered always. The Family.
Manitoulin Expositor, May 3, 2006

MCGRAGH--In memory of William Malcom McGragh 1929-1998 and Gordon Thomas McGragh 1957-1983.
They are gone but not forgotten
And as dawns another year
In our lonely hours of thinking
Thoughts of them are always near
Days of sadness will come o'er us
Many think the wound is healed
But they little know the sorrow
That lies in the heart concealed.
Remembered and loved always, the Family.
Manitoulin Expositor, April 30, 2008

McGREGOR--Allan “Uncle Pit”--Birch Island December 6, 1933 - August 1, 1992
O Great Spirit
Whose voice we hear in the winds
And whose breath gives life to all the world
Hear us.
We are small and weak
We need your strength and wisdom.
--Forever loved and always remembered
Dean, Naomi and Matthew.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 2, 2000

MCGREGOR-In loving memory of Allan "Uncle Pit" McGregor, December 6, 1933 to August 1, 1992
O Great Spirit,
Whose voice we hear in the winds,
And whose breath gives life to all the world,
Hear us.
We are small and weak.
We need your strength and wisdom.
--Forever loved and always remembered.
Dean, Naomi and Matthew.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 1, 2001

MCGREGOR--In loving memory of Allan "Uncle Pit" (Birch Island), December 6, 1933-August 1, 1992.
O Great Spirit,
Whose voice we hear in the winds,
And whose breath gives life to all the world,
Hear us.
We are small and weak.
We need your strength and wisdom.
--Always remembered, Dean McGregor Family.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 7, 2002

MCGREGOR, Allan--In loving memory of Allan "Uncle Pit" McGregor, Birch Island, December 6, 1933 - August 1, 1992.
O Great Spirit,
Whose voice we hear in the winds,
And whose breath gives life to all the world,
Hear us.
We are small and weak.
We need your strength and wisdom.
Always remembered, Dean McGregor family.
Manitoulin Expositor, July 28, 2004

MCGREGOR--Allan "Uncle Pit" McGregor - Birch Island, December 6, 1933 - August 1, 1992.
O Great Spirit,
Whose voice we hear in the winds,
And whose breath gives life to all the world,
Hear Us,
We are small and weak.
We need your strength and wisdom.
Always remembered, Dean McGregor and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, July 27, 2005

MCGREGOR--Allan "Uncle Pit" McGregor - Birch Island, December 6, 1933 - August 1, 1992.
O Great Spirit
Whose voice we hear in the winds,
And whose breath gives life to all the world,
Hear Us,
We are small and weak
We need your strength and wisdom.
--Always remembered, Dean McGregor and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 2, 2006

MCGREGOR--In memory of Donald McGregor Sr., December 20, 2002.
This month comes back with deep regret
It brings back a day we will never forget.
He went away without saying good-bye
But our memories of him will never die.
No one knows the grief we bear
When the family meets and he's not there.
The tears we shed will wipe away.
But the ache in our hearts will always stay.
He left us so suddenly his thoughts unknown
But he left us with memories
We are proud to own.
Lovingly remembered by Don and Sandrah.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 14, 2005

MCGREGOR, Georgina--In loving memory of Georgina McGregor who passed away June 23, 2001.
The depths of sorrow we cannot tell,
Of the loss of one we love so well,
And while she sleeps a peaceful sleep
Her memory we shall always keep.
Sadly missed by Jim & Family.
Manitoulin Expositor, June 23, 2004

McGREGOR-BILASH--In loving memory of a dear Mother and Grandmother Olive, who passed on to the Spirit World on March 6, 1998.
She touched so many people
In her own special way,
Family, friends and others
Each and every day,
Sadly missed along life’s way
Quietly remembered every day,
No longer in our lives to share
But in our hearts, she is always there.
The love of our wonderful Mom and Grandma
Is something that always lives on
Filling our days with sweet memories
Long after her presence is gone
We still feel the warmth of her caring
Her wisdom will never depart
For the love of our wonderful Mom and Grandma
Forever lives on in our hearts.
--Lovingly remembered Dawn, Pat and Crystal.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 8, 2000

OLIVE MCGREGOR BILASH, Whitefish River First Nation, January 30th 1936-March 8, 1998.
Dear Mother and Grandmother,
“When I fly, I fly!”
Far above the earth she soars,
Circling the clear sky,
Flying over forests dim,
Peering in shadows,
Seeking far and wide,
her children
To give them peace
--Lovingly remembered by Dean and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 8, 2000

MCGREGOR-BILASH, OLIVE--In loving memory of a cherished mother and grandmother who began her spirit journey 4 years ago on March 6, 1998.
She gave us special qualities
And the gift of life
She guided us most lovingly
With selflessness and sacrifice
We still ask "What would Mom advise?"
When life's challenges we meet
And we feel her spirit deep inside
Providing the comfort and answers we seek
We hold her close inside our hearts
We miss her achingly so
And though, for now, we are apart
Through us, her good spirit continues to flow
With All Our Love Forever,
Dawn, Bez, Crystal and Zachary.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 6, 2002

MCGREGOR--Olive, January 30, 1936 to March 6, 1998.
"When I Fly I Fly"
Far above the earth she soars,
Circling the clear sky,
Flying over forests dim,
Peering in shadows
Seeking far and wide
Her child,
To give them peace.
In loving memory of our Mother and Grandmother whose spirit remains in our hearts forever, Dean and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 6, 2002

MCGREGOR-BILASH--In loving memory of Olive McGregor-Bilash of Birch Island. January 30, 1936 to March 6, 1998.
"When I Fly, I Fly!"
Far above the earth she soars,
Circling the clear sky,
Flying over forests dim,
Peering in shadows,
Seeking far and wide,
Her children,
To give them peace.
In loving memory of our Mother and Grandmother whose Spirit remains in our hearts forever, Dean McGregor Family.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 2, 2005

MCGREGOR-BILASH--In loving memory of Olive McGregor-Bilash of Birch Island, January 30, 1936 - March 6, 1998.
"When I Fly, I Fly!"
Far above the earth she soars,
Circling the clear sky,
Flying over forests dim,
Peering in shadows,
Seeking far and wide,
Her children,
To give them peace.
In loving memory of our Mother and Grandmother whose Spirit remains in our hearts forever, Dean McGregor and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 1, 2006

MCGREGOR-BILASH--In loving memory of Olive McGregor-Bilash of Birch Island, January 30, 1936 - March 6, 1998.
"When I Fly, I Fly!"
Far above the earth she soars,
Circling the clear sky,
Flying over forests dim,
Peering in shadows,
Seeking far and wife,
Her children,
To give them peace.
In loving memory of our Mother and Grandmother whose Spirit remains in our hearts forever,
Dean McGregor and family.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 7, 2007

McGREGOR--In loving memory of our Mother and Grandmother, Olive McGregor, whose Spirit remains in our hearts forever.
January 30, 1936 to March 6, 1998.
"When I Fly, I Fly"
Far above the earth she soars,
Circling the clear sky.
Flying over forests dim,
Peering in shadows.
Seeking far and wide,
her children,
To give them peace.
Always loved and remembered Dean and Family
Manitoulin Expositor, March 5, 2008

MCGREGOR--In loving memory of a dear son, Robert Gordon, who passed away August 24, 2001.
There will always be a heartache
And many a silent tear
But always the precious memories
Of the days when you were here
We hold you close within our hearts
And there you will remain
To walk with us throughout our lives
Until we meet again.
--Sadly missed and always loved by Mom.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 21, 2002

MCGREGOR-In loving memory of Theresa, June 17.
Celestial Flight
She is not dead-but only flying higher,
Higher than she's flown before,
And earthly limitations,
Will hinder her no more.
There is no service ceiling,
Or any fuel range,
And there is no anoxia
Or need for engine change
Thank God that now her flight can be
To heights her eyes had scanned,
Where she can race with comets,
And buzz the rainbow's span.
For she is universal,
Like courage, love and hope
And all free sweet emotions,
Of vast and godly scope.
And understand a pilot's fate
Is not the thing she fears,
But rather sadness left behind,
Your heartbreak and your tears.
So all you loved ones, dry your eyes,
Yes, it is wrong that you should grieve,
For she would love your courage more,
And she would want you to believe.
She is not dead.
You should have known,
That she is only flying higher,
Higher than she's ever flown.
--Lloyd, Andy, Todd, Stan, Bev.
Manitoulin Expositor, June 12, 2002

MCIVOR--In memory of my beloved Mum, Evelyn, who left this world on December 17, 1991.
It's been ten year now,
Since God took you away,
But I miss you dearly Mum,
Each and every day,
My love for you will always be,
'Cause I was truly blessed,
For as far as Mums go,
I had the very best.
--You are sadly missed but always in my heart, love your daughter Betty Hembruff
Manitoulin Expositor, December 19, 2001

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a dear Mum and Gramma, Evelyn, who passed away December 17, 1991.
If memories keep us closer,
Then we are never far apart,
For you are always in our thoughts,
and always in our hearts.
--Sadly missed by David, Brenda, Karen and Jen. Terry, Earla, Nicole, Vincent and Nick.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 19, 2001

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a dear Maw and Grandma, Evelyn, who passed away December 17, 1991.
When someone you love
Becomes a memory,
That memory,
Becomes a treasure.
--Sadly missed by David, Brenda, Karen and Jennifer, Terry, Earla, Nicole, Vincent and Nick.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 18, 2002

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a wonderful Mum, Evelyn, who passed away December 17, 1991.
Because you were so dear to me,
Your memory will live on.
Just as the fragrance of a rose,
Sill lingers when it's gone.
The beauty that was yours alone,
In thought is with me still,
And in the heart that loves you,
You live and always will.
--Sadly missed and never forgotten, Betty Hembruff
Manitoulin Expositor, December 18, 2002

MCIVOR-- In memory of my much loved Mum, Evelyn McIvor, who passed away on December 17, 1991.
The leaves and flowers may wither,
The golden sun may set,
But the heart that loved so dearly,
Is the one who won't forget,
As I loved you, so I miss you,
In my memory you are near,
Loved, Remembered, Longed for always,
Bring many a silent tear.
Missed and loved always by your daughter Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 22, 2004

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother Evelyn McIvor who passed away December 17, 1991.
We love to think of you,
In mansions bright and fair,
There Jesus reigns in glory,
There is no sorrow there.
Sadly missed by David, Brenda, Karen and Jen, Terry, Nicole, Vincent and Nick.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 22, 2004

MCIVOR--In memory of my beloved mother, Evelyn McIvor, who left this world suddenly on December 17, 1991.
At the opening of the buds
And the rebirth of the spring
At the blueness of the skies
And in the warmth of summer
At the rustling of the leaves
And in the beauty of the autumn
At the blowing of the wind
And the chill of winter
I remember you.
Always loved and sadly missed, your daughter, Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, January 4, 2006

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a dear Mom and Grandmother Evelyn McIvor who passed away December 17, 1991.
To us you were very special
What more is there to say
Except to wish with all our hearts
That you were here today.
Sadly missed by David, Brenda, Karen, Jen and Terry.
Manitoulin Expositor, January 4, 2006

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a dear Maw and Gramma Evelyn McIvor, who passed away December 17, 1991.
Somewhere back of the sunrise
Where loveliness never dies,
They come to us in memory
Our loved ones in paradise.
Sadly missed, David, Brenda, Karen, Jen and Terry McIvor.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 13, 2006

MCIVOR--In loving memory of my beloved Mother Evelyn McIvor, who left this world December 17, 1991.
On the wings of a memory
I saw you there
With rainbows in your eyes
And heaven's light in your hair
I miss you most and keep you close
As each day starts anew.
Let the wings of a hummingbird
Speed my love to you.
Forever in my heart, daughter Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 13, 2006

MCIVOR--In memory of my wonderful Mom, Evelyn, who left this world November 17, 1991.
On the wing of a memory
I saw you there
With rainbows in your eyes
And heaven's light in your hair
I miss you most and keep you close
As each day starts anew,
Let the wings of a hummingbird
Speed my love to you
Forever in my heart.
Always loved and missed, Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 12, 2007

MCIVOR--In loving memory of our dear Maw Evelyn who passed away December 17, 1991.
Somewhere back of the sunrise
Where loveliness never dies,
You come to us in memory
Our loved one is in Paradise.
Sadly missed by David, Brenda, Karen, Jen, and Terry.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 12, 2007

MCIVOR--In loving memory of the best mother anyone could have, Evelyn McIvor, who was called away December 17, 1991.
Years of striving, little of play,
Loving, giving, the whole of the way.
A cherished smile, a heart of gold,
To the dearest mother a world could hold.
Happy memories, fond and true,
From me who thought the world of you.
Forever in my heart, your daughter Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 17, 2008

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a dear Maw and Grandmother, Evelyn McIvor, who passed away December 17, 1991.
Within our store of memories
She holds a place apart
For no one else can ever be
More cherished in our hearts.
Sadly remembered by David, Brenda, Karen, Jen and Perry McIvor.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 17, 2008

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, Ronald, who passed away September 25, 1983.
We never lose the ones we love,
For even though they're gone,
Within the hearts of those that care,
Their memory lingers on.
--Always remembered David, Brenda, Karen and Jen, Terry, Earla, Nicole, Vincent and Nick.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 26, 2001

MCIVOR--In loving memory of my dad, Ronald, who passed away September 25, 1983.
If memories keep us closer,
Then we are never far apart,
For you are always in my thoughts,
And always in my heart.
--Sadly missed but always remembered your daughter Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 26, 2001

MCIVOR--In loving memory of my dear brother, Ronnie, who passed away December 11, 1999.
Never more than a thought away,
Quietly remembered every day.
No need for words, except to say,
Still loved, still missed, in every way.
--Sadly missed by sister Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 12, 2001

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, Ronald, who passed away September 25, 1983.
Our thoughts are ever with you,
Though you have passed away,
And those who loved you dearly,
Are thinking of you to-day.
--Sadly missed by Dave, Brenda, Karen and Jen. Terry, Earla, Nicole, Vincent and Nick.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 25, 2002

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a very dear father, Ronald, who passed away September 25, 1983.
May the winds of love blow softly,
And whisper so you hear,
I will always love and miss you Dad,
And wish you still were here.
--Sadly missed always remembered, your daughter Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 25, 2002

MCIVOR--In loving memory of my beloved brother Ronnie who passed away three years ago, December 11, 2002.
Never more than a thought away
Quietly remembered every day
No need for words except to say
Loved and still missed in every way.
--Sadly missed by sister Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 11, 2002

MCIVOR, Ronald--In loving memory of my Dad, Ronald McIvor who passed away on September 25, 1983.
To me you were very special,
What more is there to say,
Except to wish with all my heart,
That you were here today.
Sadly missed every day, Dad. Your daughter Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 22, 2004

McIVOR, Ronald--In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, Ronald McIvor who passed away September 25, 1983.
We never lose the ones we love,
For even though they're gone,
Within the hearts of those who care,
Their memory lingers on.
Sadly missed. David, Brenda, Karen and Jen. Terry, Earla, Nicole, Vincent and Nick.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 22, 2004

MCIVOR--In memory of my beloved brother Ronnie who passed away December 11, 1999.
Never more than a thought away
Quietly remembered every day.
No need for words except to say
Loved and still missed in every way.
Sadly missed by your sister Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 8, 2004

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a dear Dad and Grandpa, Ronald McIvor, who passed away September 25, 1983.
Dear Dad and Grandpa, you are not forgotten
Though on earth you are no more,
Still in memory you are with us,
As you always were before.
Sadly missed by David, Brenda, Karen, Jen and Terry.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 21, 2005

MCIVOR--In loving memory of my dear Dad, Ronald McIvor, who went to be with the Lord on September 25, 1983.
All those we love,
Are part of us,
For things of beauty
Leave their trace,
And memories of all we've shared
Are treasures, time cannot erase.
Always loved and never forgotten, your daughter Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 21, 2005

MCIVOR--In memory of my beloved brother Ronnie McIvor who passed away December 11, 1999.
We never lose
The ones we love
For even though they're gone
Within the hearts of those who care,
Their memory lingers on.
Sadly missed by sister Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 7, 2005

MCIVOR--In loving memory of my dear Dad Ronald McIvor, who left this world September 15, 1983.
All those we love
Are part of us.
For things of beauty
Leave their trace
And memories of all we've shared
Are treasures
Time can not erase.
In my heart always,
your daughter, Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 20, 2006

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a dear father and Grandpa Ronald McIvor who passed away September 25, 1983.
A silent prayer is said today,
To remember you in a special way.
Our hearts may break with silent tears
But it's with our hearts we keep you near.
Sadly missed by David, Brenda, Karen and Jen and Terry
Manitoulin Expositor, September 20, 2006

MCIVOR--In loving memory of my beloved brother Ronnie who passed away December 11, 1999.
A silent prayer is said today
To remember you in a special way.
My heart may break with silent tears,
But it's with my heart I keep you near.
Always in my thoughts, sister Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 20, 2006

McIVOR--In loving memory of my beloved father, Ronald McIvor, who passed away September 25, 1983.
A silent prayer is said to-day
To remember you in a special way.
My heart may break with silent tears
But it's with my heart I keep you near.
Always missed, forever loved.
Your daughter, Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 19, 2007

McIVOR--In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, Ronald McIvor, who passed away September 25, 1983.
May the winds of love blow softly
And whisper so you can hear.
We will always love and miss you
And wish that you were here.
Sadly missed by David, Brenda, Karen and Jen and Terry.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 19, 2007

MCIVOR--In memory of my beloved brother Ronnie who passed away December 11, 1999.
A silent prayer is said today
To remember you in a special way,
My heart may break with silent tears,
But it's with my heart I keep you near.
Always remembered and loved, Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 12, 2007

MCIVOR--In loving memory of my beloved brother Ronnie McIvor, who passed away December 11, 1999.
Softly the leaves of memory fall
Gently I gather, treasure them all
Some may forget, now that you're gone
I will remember no matter how long.
Sadly missed and loved by your sister Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 10, 2008

MCIVOR--In loving memory of my beloved father, Ronald McIvor, who passed away September 25, 1983.
All those we love, are part of us,
For things of beauty
Leave their trace,
And memories of all we've shared
Are treasures time cannot erase.
Sadly missed by daughter Betty Hembruff.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 24, 2008

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, Ronald McIvor, who left this world September 25, 1983.
A silent prayer is said today,
To remember you in a special way.
Our hearts may break with silent tears,
But it's with our hearts we keep you near.
Sadly missed by David, Brenda, Karen, Jennifer and Terry McIvor.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 24, 2008

MCIVOR--In loving memory of a dear Dad and Grandpa, Ronald McIvor, who passed away September 25, 1983.
Within our store of memories
He holds a place apart
For no one else can ever be
More cherished in our hearts.
Always remembered by David, Brenda, Karen, Jen, and Terry.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 23, 2009

MCIVOR--In memory of my beloved Father, Ronald McIvor, who left this world September 25, 1983.
All glory shines through heaven's gate
Upon the one you love
So may God be with you on this day
As I send to you my love.
Never to be forgotten, daughter Betty.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 23, 2009

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