Friday, September 16, 2011

Alpha Omega Reunion 2011 -REMINDER-



Alpha Omega Fraternity
Reunion
2011

-REMINDER-

Where?

Niagara Falls Badminton and Tennis Club - 5300 Willmott Street, Niagara Falls


When?


Saturday 24 September 2011
From Noon on
--

If you have already sent in your ticket payment,
congratulations!
If not, you can still pay $20.00 at the door.
See you there!




Our last Reunion was in 2009; it was a great success.

This is an was opportunity to get together with old friends!

If you still need to be convinced:
We were able to donate $1,250.00 to five local charities.


-See the attached pictures-


Let's make this reunion the best ever!






Sunday, August 21, 2011

Alpha Omega Reunion 2011

Greetings Alpha Omega Brothers,

As you know, another reunion is being planned for the Fraternity.

When: 
It will be held on Saturday, 24th September 2011.

Where:
Niagara Falls Badminton and Tennis Club - 5300 Willmott Street, Niagara Falls

http://maps.google.ca/maps?hl=en&source=hp&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=5300+willmott+street,+niagara+falls,+ontario&fb=1&split=1&gl=ca&cid=0,0,7763322716815880390&ei=mv2lSuWuEYKgnQe248nDBQ&sa=X&oi=local_result&ct=image&resnum=1

Proposed Schedule:
1 p.m. to 5 p.m. - Reunion Gathering and Barbeque - Niagara Falls Badminton and Tennis Club. Volleyball and change/shower facilities are available for those who wish to play.
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Dinner - Taps Brewhouse and Grill, a brew pub / restaurant featuring a broad range of reasonably priced menu items along with 8 beer / ale freshly brewed onsite, Ontario wines, live music and a tour of the beer-making process. Josh Berry at TAPS and confirmed space for about 75+ in the back room for dinner on 24 September between 6-9 pm – this would a-la-carte and paid for individually.  Once again he offered a tour of the beer making process to those interested.

9:30 p.m. onwards - Post-Dinner Social - We will host a round of drinks for those who return to the Niagara Falls Badminton and Tennis Club after dinner for some further socializing.

Sunday, September 25

Noon - Buffet Lunch - For Sunday brunch,  Al Mac's on the North East corner of Stanley Ave and Ferry St (5435 Ferry St). They charge $6.99 for all you can eat for breakfast (16.99 dinner). They can accommodate 35 or more easily.

All events are casual / informal. Some events may be held outdoors if the weather is particularly nice that weekend, e.g. Taps has a large patio.
Addresses and links to maps for the Badminton Club and Taps are set out below.

Ticket Sales:
A number of  tickets have been purchased as of August 9
Ticket sales are expected to dramatically pick up. Like previous gatherings, this is the perfect opportunity for our members to see their friends from many years ago while meeting a great group of other people from our collective past.
Tickets are $20. Your prepayment is requested to help us be able to plan the events. Ticket order information is set out below.
The ticket cost includes everything except for drinks at the Badminton Club (a cash bar will be available other than the hosted round later Saturday night) and dinner and drinks at Taps and at the Sunday brunch (separate cheques will be provided).
Should a modest profit be generated beyond our fixed costs and the hosted drinks after Saturday-night's dinner, the committee is considering that a series of charitable donations be made in the name of the fraternity to a cross-section of deserving local charities.

Everyone is Welcome:

Members' spouses/partners/others/
families and friends are welcome to attend all of the events whenever they wish. In particular, we anticipate most spouses/partners/others/families and friends will be attending the dinner at Taps.

 We Need Your Help:
(i) Contacting Members   
    ◦    The reunion will be a much better time if your group of friends is there. We need your help by encouraging them to attend by calling or writing them. Let them know that you plan to be there and that you hope to see them there as well.

    •    Should you need to obtain contact information for certain members, the fraternity's list of members, phone numbers and e-mail addresses is maintained by Doug Bowering. It is online at: http://aof.dougbowering.com .

    •    The list is password protected. Doug has previously sent out the password. Should you need it again, you can obtain it from Doug at dougb@thebowerings.com .

Ticket Order Information


To purchase tickets:
(i) mail a cheque for $20 a ticket to Harry Burkman (payable to him) at Suite 2810, P.O. Box 129, 1 First Canadian Place, Toronto, Ontario M5X 1A4; or
(ii) e-mail the payment to Harry Burkman at hburkman@burkman.com . Your confirmation question should be Name of Fraternity / Answer (one word) = alphaomega .
       
Please include your street address, phone numbers and e-mail address with your payment or e-mail transfer message so that we can keep our members' database current.
   
Tickets will be sent by e-mail before the reunion to those with e-mail addresses or mailed to those without e-mail addresses.

Friday, August 19, 2011

2011 Alpha Omega Reunion


 
Greetings Alpha Omega Brothers,

As you know, another reunion is being planned for the Fraternity.

When
It will be held on Saturday, 24th September 2011. SAVE THE DATE!

Where:
Niagara Falls Badminton and Tennis Club - 5300 Willmott Street, Niagara Falls

http://maps.google.ca/maps?hl=en&source=hp&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=5300+willmott+street,+niagara+falls,+ontario&fb=1&split=1&gl=ca&cid=0,0,7763322716815880390&ei=mv2lSuWuEYKgnQe248nDBQ&sa=X&oi=local_result&ct=image&resnum=1

Proposed Schedule:
1 p.m. to 5 p.m. - Reunion Gathering and Barbeque - Niagara Falls Badminton and Tennis Club. Volleyball and change/shower facilities are available for those who wish to play.
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Dinner - Details to follow.
9:30 p.m. onwards - Post-Dinner Social - We will host a round of drinks for those who return to the Niagara Falls Badminton and Tennis Club after dinner for some further socialising.

Sunday, September 25

Noon - Buffet Lunch - Several locations are being considered. Details to follow.

All events are casual / informal. Some events may be held outdoors if the weather is particularly nice that weekend.

Ticket Sales:
A number of  tickets have been purchased as of August 9
Ticket sales are expected to dramatically pick up. Like previous gatherings, this is the perfect opportunity for our members to see their friends from many years ago while meeting a great group of other people from our collective past.
Tickets are $20. Your prepayment is requested to help us be able to plan the events. Ticket order information is set out below.
The ticket cost includes everything except for drinks at the Badminton Club (a cash bar will be available other than the hosted round later Saturday night) and dinner and drinks and at the Sunday brunch (separate restaurant bills will be provided).
Should a modest profit be generated beyond our fixed costs and the hosted drinks after Saturday-night's dinner, the committee is considering that a series of charitable donations be made in the name of the fraternity to a cross-section of deserving local charities.

Everyone is Welcome:

Members' spouses/partners/others/families and friends are welcome to attend all of the events whenever they wish. In particular, we anticipate most spouses/partners/others/families and friends will be attending the dinner at Taps.

 We Need Your Help:
(i) Contacting Members   
    ◦    The reunion will be a much better time if your group of friends is there. We need your help by encouraging them to attend by calling or writing them. Let them know that you plan to be there and that you hope to see them there as well.

    •    Should you need to obtain contact information for certain members, the fraternity's list of members, phone numbers and e-mail addresses is maintained by Doug Bowering. It is online at: http://aof.dougbowering.com .

    •    The list is password protected. The password is: 123.

Ticket Order Information

To purchase tickets:
(i) mail a cheque for $20 a ticket to Harry Burkman (payable to him) at Suite 2510, P.O. Box 129, 1 First Canadian Place, Toronto, Ontario M5X 1A4; or
(ii) e-mail the payment to Harry Burkman at hburkman@burkman.com . Your confirmation question should be Name of Fraternity / Answer (one word) = alphaomega .
       
Please include your street address, phone numbers and e-mail address with your payment or e-mail transfer message so that we can keep our members' database current. The inclusion of your chapter, and dates of active membership will also be helpful to expand the database.
   
Tickets will be sent by e-mail before the reunion to those with e-mail addresses or mailed to those without e-mail addresses.

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

OBITUARY: Phil Lowrey

 
It's with sadness that I relay the passing of brother Phil Lowrey
 
LOWREY, Philip Angus – Passed away on Tuesday July 5, 2011 at Greycliff Manor at the age of 68. Survived by his children Tracey of Burnaby, BC and Todd of Japan. Predeceased by his parents Dr. Arthur and Margaret Lowrey and his brother Dr. Mark Lowrey.
Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held at St. Davids Queenston United Church Cemetery on Monday July 11th at 3pm. For those who wish memorial donations may be made to the charity of one's choice through MORSE & SON FUNERAL HOME 5917 Main Street.
 
Respectfully
 
Doug Bowering

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

OBITUARY: Buck Jones

 
 
Sent: Tuesday, May 31, 2011 7:27 AM
Subject: Buck Jones
 
It's with sadness that we advise of the passing of our brother, Buck Jones, and pass on our sincere condolences to his family which includes his son, our brother Dave Jones.
 
 

William 'Buck' Jones

JONES, William 'Buck' - passed away peacefully on Monday, May 30, 2011 at the Greater Niagara General Hospital in his 79th year. Loving husband to the late Anne (2009) for 58 years. Cherished father to Mary Ann (John) Enns, Michael (Anne) Jones, David (Karen) Jones and Timothy (Julie) Jones. Loving grandfather to 9 grandchildren, Jonathan, Julie, Ryan, Andrea, Megan, Bryn, Evan, Eryn and Jessie. Special great grandfather to 2 great grandchildren, Brooklin and Mia. Brother of Robert (Hope) and David (Liz). Predeceased by his parents William and Florence Jones. Buck was a member of the IBEW Local 303 and the Barrow Bay and District Sport Fishing Association. He will be sadly missed by many friends in Niagara and the Bruce Peninsula. Buck will be returning to the Bruce Peninsula where he will be rejoining his wife. In keeping with Buck's wishes cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL at 585 Carlton St. St. Catharines. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer's Society will be appreciated by his family. On-Line Guest Book - www.georgedartefuneralhome.com.
 
Respectfully,
Doug Bowering

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

OBITUARY: Jerry Van Kleef


From: Frank Healey [mailto:abuash.healey@gmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, May 15, 2011 3:13 PM
Good afternoon:

I have sad news, our friend and brother, Jerry Van Kleef, died last night of a very aggressive form of lung cancer.
There will be visitation at Heatherington & Dean Funeral home on Victoria Ave, in Niagara Falls on Tuesday from 7 to 9.
The funeral will be at the same location on Wednesday at 3:00PM.
Today is his 65th birthday.

Sincerely,
Frank.
________________________________________________________________________
posted by Jim Sawada

OBITUARY: Lawrence Hill

 
 
Sent: Tuesday, May 17, 2011 6:23 AM
Subject: Lawrence Hill
 
It's with great sadness that I pass along the notice of passing of yet another friend and brother, Larry Hill.
 

Obituary for Lawrence Hill

HILL, Lawrence (Larry) – Passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Saturday May 14, 2011 at the age of 62. Beloved husband of the late Anne (2010). Dear father of Jessica and Kelly. Son of George and the late Margaret Hill. Brother of George (Cathy) and David (Karen). Son-in-law of Theresa and the late Michael Illes. Brother-in-law of Michael (Claudia) Illes and Joseph (Shelley) Illes. Uncle of Jamie (Jessica) and Rachel Hill, Julie (Vann) and Andrea (Michael) Illes.
Lawrence's family will receive friends at MORSE & SON FUNERAL HOME 5917 Main Street, on Thursday evening from 7-9 and Friday from 12:30-2:00 followed by a service in the chapel. A private family interment will follow. For those who wish memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Online guest register
www.morseandson.com

RESPECTFULLY,

Doug Bowering