1/4/2006 Fergus Elora News Express

HAWS, William Franklin -- It is with great sadness that the family announces that "Frank" passed away on Tuesday, December 20th, 2005, at Aurora Resthaven Nursing Home, in his 80th year.
Frank is predeceased by his beloved wife, Myrtle.
Cherished father of Gerry (Heather), Philip (Cindy) and David (Mavis). Loving grandfather of Wade, Rhonda, Sheryl, Russ, Graham, and Katie. Proud great-grandfather of Aurora, Braden, Isabella and Clara. Remembered by his brothers: Al, Don, and Gord.
Friends were received at the Graham A. Giddy Funeral Home, 280 St. David St. South in Fergus, on Thursday, December 22nd, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service was conducted by Rev. Rienk Vlietstra at St. John’s United Church in Belwood on Friday, December 23rd, at 11 a.m.
Rhonda Haws (granddaughter) and David Haws (Frank’s son) presented eulogies and Rev. Vlietstra’s message was entitled "Ears to Hear". During the service, the hymns "Joyful, Joyful, We Adore You", "This is God’s Wondrous World", and "Abide with Me" were sung. Peter Aumonier played "Amazing Grace" on the bagpipes during the service.
Pallbearers for Frank were David, Philip, Gerald, Graham, Wade, and Russell Haws. Flower-bearers were Katie, Rhonda and Sheryl Haws.
Memorial donations can be directed to the Lung Association; cards available at the funeral home, 843-3100. www.grahamgiddyfh.com.
"You will be remembered for the love and support you gave your family and for the quiet dignity in which you lived."
