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CLASSIFIED 3S6-2121 TIMES COLONIST Wednesday August 7 2002 B7 OBITUARIES 750 DIRECTORY of DEATHS and FUNERALS FRANK INN Trainer turned animals into TV, film stars DEATHS and FUNERALS JUZWISHYN Ruth, passed away August 3. 2002 at the age of 91 years. Ruth is survived by her loving son and daughter-in-law, Maynard and Aileen Dokken; six grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; also many other relatives and friends. Ruth's family would like to thank Doctors and staff of Saanich Peninsula Hospital, Extended Care for their loving care and kindness. Private family remembrance.

FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES 658-5244" MEYERS In Hospice on Sunday, August 4, 2002, Mrs. Maureen Meyers, bom on December 14, 1937 in Kirkcaldy, Scotland. She emigrated to Canada in 1960 and resided in Ontario until 1960 when she and her husband Ted moved to Victoria. She leaves her loving family; husband, Ted, at home; sons and daughters-in-law, Scott and Cathy, Craig and Betty-ann of Kingston, Ontario; grandchildren, Robbie and Lindsay; brother and sister-in-law, John and Mary Scott of Dalgety Bay, Scotland. Service of Remembrance will be held in the Chapel of Royal Oak Crematorium, Saanich, B.C.

on Friday, August 9, at 2:00 p.m. Gordon Thurston officiating. In lieu of flowers, if friends wish, donations in Maureen's memory may be made to Hospice or to the Victoria Branch of the S.P.C.A. Arrangements entrusted to C.A.R.E. Funeral Services, 2676 Wilfert Street, Victoria, B.C.

391-9696. SHARPE William Edwards, born January 29, 1914 in Keene, Ontario, died peacefully at Nanaimo Seniors Village, August 2, 2002. Survived by his loving wife of 62 years Eleanor (Glen) and his daughters, Judith and Jennifer and their families. Bill served as a Captain overseas with the Royal Canadian Artillery from 1941-1945, landing in Sicily through Italy to Germany. He was with the Bank of Nova Scotia from 1934 in Winnipeg until his retirement in 1974 in Vancouver.

After his retirement he spent many happy days golfing, boating and camping on Vancouver Island where he lived. His life was enriched by his love of music and the time be spent with family and friends. His family would like to express thanks to the staff at the Nanaimo Seniors Village for their kindness and thoughtfulness over the last year with Bill. At his request there will be no service but his family will gather to celebrate his life. FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES 250-754-8333 TIDMUS Roy Walter, peacefully, at the Royal Jubilee Hospital on August 1 2002 at the age of 75 years.

Survived by his loving wife, Vally Tidmus; lovingly remembered by his daughter, Darlene Norton; son-in-law, Peter Norton and grandsons, Brendon Norton, Derrick Norton and Jarrett Norton. Special thanks to the Nurses and Doctor John Campbell of the Royal Jubilee Hospital and thanks to friends and family for all their support. No service by request. MCCALLBROS. 385-4465 760 770 IN MEMORIAMS DEATHS and FUNERALS MATSON Rosetta (Etta), born February 3, 1908 in Teecloy, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, passed away peacefully at Cowichan District Hospital, Duncan, B.C.

on August 4, 2002, after a courageous battle with cancer. Etta was predeceased by her husband John and son Reinhold (Ray). She is survived by her daughter; Heather, brothers Frank Brown of Edmonton, Bill (Mary) Brown of Surrey and Robert Brown of Lantzville, sisters, Agnes Devlin of Maple Ridge and Kay Carlson of Lake Cowichan. Also many nieces and nephews. In 1927, Etta immigrated with her family to Canada, from Northern Ireland.

The family homesteaded in Onoway, Alberta until the late 1930's when they moved to Duncan. After Etta married she became a resident of Lake Cowichan and for many years helped John, Ray and their partner with their forestry company (Bear Bay Logging), which was located in the coastal inlets of B.C. Etta was a charter member of the Royal Purple and devoted much of her time looking after their adoptees at the Queen Alexandra Foundation for Children, in Victoria. A private burial service at Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens will be held for the family before the memorial service for family and friends at the Lake Cowichan United Church on August 8 at 1 :00 p.m., the Reverend Dianne Astle officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined, but a donation to the King George Seniors Affordable Housing Society, Box 587, Lake Cowichan, B.C.

V0R 2G0 or to a charity of your choice can be made instead. Etta's family would like to thank Dr. Kerswell, home care nurses Heather Swanson and Ruth Waddell, the Cowichan home support workers and the nurses from the palliative care unit at the Cowichan District Hospital for their excellent care. Etta will be sadly missed by her family and many friends. She has been a great inspiration to many people.

SANDS of DUNCAN (250)746-5212 NURSE Josephine Patricia, born on March 20, 1917 in St. John's, Newfoundland, passed away on August 4, 2002. Predeceased by her sister, Kitty and by her brother, Patrick. She is survived by her sisters, Mary and Sheila; children, Pat, John, Peggy, Barry and Joanne; grandchildren, Lauren, Tim, Erin, John, Renee and Amanda. Also many nieces and nephews across Canada.

A funeral service will be held at Sequoia Gardens Memorial, 4665 Falaise Drive on Wednesday, August 7, at 3:00 p.m. Cremation will follow at the Royal Oak Crematorium. Sequioia Gardens Memorial 658-6202 OLDFORD William (Bill) James Autry Jr. August 5, 1938 August 4, 2002. Peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital Sunday morning.

He is survived by his loving wife Barbara; seven children, John (Angela), Elaine (Paul), Steve (Rob), Jeff (Cathy), Barry (Barb), Rosemarie and Elizabeth; nine grandchildren, one great grandchild. Also surviving his one brother and five sisters. The family would like to thank all of the staff at the Jubilee for all their kind care and a very special thank you to Dr. Dereck Smith and Rev. Glen Priebe for always being there.

Service will be August 8 at Sands Funeral Chapel, 317 Goldstream Avenue at 2:00 p.m., reception to follow at Sands. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart Stroke Foundation. PETERSON Ida Mary Born in England, November 15, 1911, died peacefully at James Bay Lodge, August 1, 2002. She will be fondly remembered by her son, John (Sheila) Bailey; daughter, Karla Huckin; grandchildren, Brock, Royce (Abby), Carl (Jill), Troy (Cindy) and Larisa; and six great-grandchildren. Micky's family thanks Amanda, Lyra, Lynne and all the staff of the 3rd floor at James Bay Lodge for making her comfortable in her last days.

There will be a Memorial Service held at First Memorial Funeral Chapel, 4725 Falaise Drive, Thursday, August 8, at 2:00 p.m. followed by a reception. FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES 384-5512 V'- POUNDER On Wednesday, July 31, 2002, Mrs. Margaret Pounder late of Port Alberni, B.C., passed away peacefully in the West Coast Hospital, at the age of 84 years. Predeceased by her husband Kelly on July 4, 2002 and daughter, Betty Pounder in 1997, her parents, Richard and Margaret Lord, and brothers, Richard and Bruce Lord.

Survived by one son, Robert Pounder and wife Terry Hadford of Richmond, B.C. Margaret was a long time resident of the Alberni Valley and was active in service to the community both through her church and the extended families that she came to love so much. A Service of Remembrance will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 1 0, from the Knox Presbyterian Church, 4850 Regina Street, with Reverend Clay Kuhn officiating. Cremation will take place.

In lieu of flowers if friends so desire, donations may be made to the Knox Presbyterian Church, Memorial Fund, 4850 Regina Street, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7T3 in Margaret's memory. Chapel of Memories entrusted with arrangements. Phone 723-3633. RIDDLE William George, WO R.A.F.

passed away in Victoria, B.C. on August 1, 2002 aged 87 years. Bill retired to Victoria from Alberta in the late 1970's. Service of Remembrance will be held in St. Peter's Abbey Field, 1166 Reynolds Road, Victoria, B.C.

on Thursday, August 8, at 2:30 p.m. Friends who wish may make donations to a charity of their choice. SANDS of VICTORIA (250)388-5155 SAICH Mary Isabella, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2002. Born in Quill Lake, Saskatchewan on November 26, 1913 to parents Dr. Alexander J.

Saich and Alma T. Saich, she is survived by her Uncle, James (Enid) Saich, of Regina, Saskatchewan, cousins in Penticton, Regina and Calgary, by her devoted godson, Philip Blake, of Coquitlam, B.C. and loving friends near and far. A respected teacher in schools in Saskatchewan and B.C., Mary's career included the position of Assistant Superintendent in Kindergarten and Primary Education in the Greater Victoria School District. However, her heart was in teaching and she spent the last two years prior to retirement teaching in the classroom at View Royal school.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6 at Saint Martin in the Fields Church, 550 Obed Avenue, Victoria, TO Reverend Canon W.E. Morrison officiating. WORMALD Cathleen Patricia. December 2, 1914-August 5, 2002.

Predeceased by Husband Jack, January 1997. Lovingly remembered by children Jack (Lynne, Bob Marg and Cathy. A special Grandmother to John Shelley, April Tom Vesey, Edward Karen Adam, Brenda, Janice and Robert, Great grandchildren Skye Lyall Wormald. Jackson Rebecca Vesey, Jared Walsh. Fondly remembered by: sister-in-law Mary Curnutt, Brother In law Herb (Ivy) Wormald, and Niece Florence Dowling.

Also nieces nephews and special Friends. Cathleen was a granddaughter of Sooke pioneers William Bell and Louise Elisabeth Charters. Many thanks to the staff of 4th E.C.U, Gorge Rd. Hospital for their excellent care of our Mother. Interment of the urn will be held at Hatley Memorial Gardens, 2050 Sooke Road In Colwood on Saturday, August 10, 2002 at 1:00 pm Memorial service will be held al Sands Funeral Chapel, 317 Goldstream Ave, Colwood on Saturday, August 10, 2002 at 2:00 pm.

Reception will follow in the Sands Arbor Reception Centre. Donations may be made to the B.C Cancer Society, Greater Victoria Unit, 2206 Richmond Ave, Victoria, BC, VSR 4R5 II SANDS of WEST SHORE (2SO)47fMN2. 760 DEATHS and FUNERALS GIBSON Cyril (Cy) died on August 1, 2002 in Victoria, BC. Survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Audrie; brothers-in-law, Roy Turner of Erickson, BC and A. J.

"Bud" Turner of Calgary, Alberta. Cy was born in Beverley, Yorkshire, England on August 5, 1920. He came to Calgary with his pa rents in 1924. Cy enlisted in the First Divisional i Coy. RCASC in September 1939.

He served overseas for almost six years, seeing service in the UK, Italy and NW Europe. In 1951, Cy rejoined the forces and served again in NW Europe and for one year with the International Control Commission in Laos and Vietnam. Cy retired from the forces in 1967 with the rank of Captain and with Audrie settled in Victoria. He was a member of the Britannia Lodge 73 AF AM and the Haida Lodge 166 AF AM. Cy was a Past Patron of the Queen City 5, Order of the Eastern Star.

He was a long time member and former elder of St. Aidan's United Church. Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, August 7, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Aidan's United Church, 3703 St.

Aidan's Street. No flowers please, a donation to the SPCA or the Victoria Cancer Research Centre would be very much to Cy's liking. Mccall Bros. 385-4465 GIRARD William Richard. Peacefully, surrounded by his adoring family, Bill passed away on August 3, 2002.

Born in Vancouver on April 29, 1928, Bill grew up in Halifax and Nova Scotia's south shore. At 16, exaggerating his age, he joined the Merchant Navy, serving five years that saw him travel the world near the end of the Second World War into the late 1940s. An immensely proud veteran, he would remain an active member of ANAF in Sidney. Upon returning to Canada, Bill experienced the lure of the West Coast, traveling back to Vancouver. He soon met Mary, the love of his life.

On their honeymoon in 1950, they went to Victoria, where they settled, raising seven children. While working in sawmills up and down Vancouver Island for the Pacific Lumber Inspection Bureau was his job for nearly 40 years, the passions of Bill's life were numerous. An avid gardener, he turned out beautiful geraniums and other flowers from his green houses. His skills as a fisherman yielded scores of smoked salmon and delicious dinners. But above all, Bill's greatest joy came from spending time with his family and friends.

His storytelling, wit and infectious laugh were the hit of every gathering; his practical wisdom and everyday kindness a rare combination. Bill was predeceased by his parents, William Henry and Olive, and his lone sibling, Reg. Earlier this year, he was deeply saddened by the sudden loss of his dear daughter-in-law, Layne (Dave). Bill is survived by Mary, his cherished wife of 52 years, his seven children; Bill, Jim (Valerie), Barb (Ed), Cathy (Richard), John (Valerie), Dave and Dan (Mary); nine grandchildren; Richard, Michael, Sharrlyn, Leighton, Kyle, Philip, Sarah and Ryanne and many nieces and nephews as well as his cousins in Nova Scotia. A special thanks to the dedicated and compassionate staff at the Cardiac Care Unit at the Royal Jubilee Hospital and the Acute Care Unit at Saanich Peninsula Hospital.

To them, and Drs. M. Mann, T. Hartrick, G. Hargrove and R.

Seigo, whose personal involvement touched us, sincere appreciation for giving us more time to enjoy such an exceptional man. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 10, at 3 p.m. at the First Memorial Funeral Services, 4725 Falaise Drive. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill's name can be made to the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation, 2166 Mt. Newton Saanichton, B.C.

V8M 2B2 or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC. A friend to all, forever in our hearts. "I sometimes wonder, after all, Amid this tangled web of fate, If what is great may not be small, And what is small may not be great. So wondering I go my way, Yet in my heart contentment sings may I ever see, I pray, God's grace and love in Little Things. So give to me, I only beg, A little roof to call my own, A little cider in the keg, A little meat upon the bone; A little garden by the sea, A little boat that dips and swings Take wealth, take fame, but leave to me, Lord of Life, just Little Things." Robert Service HAMILTON Charles Francis (Bill), born 1934 died July 2002 in Nelson, B.C.

Survived by daughter Lisa (Rob), son Robert and sister Ann and her family. Bill was a loving and generous man who enriched the lives of those he touched. He spent most of his life in Nelson, but lived for some time in Victoria, B.C. working for the Sheriff's Office where he maoe many tnends. Memorial Service will be held in Nelson on Wednesday, August 7th.

In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Heart Stroke Foundation of B.C. or Canadian Diabetes Assn. HAYWOOD Joan Marie passed away at home in Port Alberni on Thursday, August 1. 2002 at 71 years of age. Predeceased by one brother, Bill Edwards, she is survived by her husband, George; children, Bill Haywood (wife Denise), Brenda Steeves (husband Cam), Steven Haywood (wife Sherie) and Doug DeGraauw (wife Christine), nine grandchildren, one greatgrandchild and numerous other relatives and friends in Port Alberni, Victoria and West Vancouver.

A service of Remembrance will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9, from Chapel of Memories, 4005 6th Avenue, Port Alberni. Cremation has taken place. If desired, donations in Joan's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Society, 20-601 W. Cordova Street, Vancouver BC, V6B 1G1.

Chapel of Memories entrusted with arrangements. Phone 723-3633. STRAUB Franz (Opi), passed away suddenly at home August sju2. He was predeceased early this year by his wife, Helga, and last year by his son, Bernie. Born in Romania, Franz learned his trade as a tailor before being drafted for the war.

For most of the war, Franz was a POW in a camp near Lethbridge, Alberta. He so enjoyed the country and people he immigrated to Canada in 1951. During the next 35 years in Winnipeg, Franz raised his family, saw his sons leave and start their own families. He became owner of his own tailor shop, built two cottages at the lake and enjoyed singing in the German Club Choir. After retiring in 1986, he and Helga moved to Victoria and discovered a passion for gardening, making the grass grow straight and a greater love for his grandchildren.

Opi willingly became the horse, the missing friend and best playmate any of his three grandchildren could ever have. Franz leaves behind his son, Michael (Margaret), daughter-in-law, Angela and three grandchildren, Adam, Danica and Kirsten. He will be missed by other friends In Winnipeg and Victoria. Memorial service will be held at Sequoia Gardens, 4665 Falaise Victoria, Friday, August 9, at 2:00. No flowers please.

THOMPSETT Larry Andrew. Taken too soon August 5, 2002. at VGH. Predeceased by his parents, Patricia and Sonny Thompsett. He leaves to mourn his passing, his loving spouse, Doreen Erdos, Haiku, Mingy and Katy.

Survived by his daughter Sarah and sisters Jo-Anne, Kathy, Teresa and Raye and brother Dennis. Born 53 years ago In Owen Sound, Ontario he came to Victoria in 1988 where he became a respected and loved member of AA, All who met him would not forget him. Many thanks to AA members who helped him out during his crisis. Memorial service at the Alano Club, Friday, Augjst 9, 2002 at 6:30 p.m. All welcome.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Grace Lutheran Church. "He did not go gentle Into that deep sleep, he did rage at the dying of the light." 760 Due to the varied sizes of Death and Funeral notices, the Times Colonist cannot guarantee an alphabetical sort within this classification. ASHTON Florence BRENNAN-BIII CARDY- Joseph CHOW Phyllis COLBERT-Joan DALMAN Geoffrey GIBSON -Cyril (Cy) GIRARD- William (Bill) HAMILTON -Charles HAYWOOD -Joan JUZWISHYN Ruth MATSON Rosetta (Etta) MEYERS Maureen NURSE -Josephine OLDFORD-William (Bill) PETERSON Ida (Micky) POUNDER Margaret RIDDLE-William (Bill) SAICH Mary SHARPE-William (Bill) STRAUB Franz (Opi) THOMPSETT-Larry TIDMUS-Roy WORMALD Cathleen 755 FUNERAL DIRECTORS Online Grief Resource with Dr. Alan Wolfelt A Community Service Offered by mcCall Bros, www.mccallbros.com 760 DEATHS and FUNERALS ASHTON Florence Lorna Anne (Hine), peacefully, on August 4, 2002 in Victoria. Born on October 10, 1934 in Victoria, she was predeceased by her loving husband, Fredrick, in September of 2001, her mother, Jane, in 1996, her brother, Kimberley, in 2000 and her sister, Margaret, in April of 2002.

She is survived by two daughters, Maria Gravenor and Trischa Lorren; her son, Frank Lohner; four grandchildren, Elizabeth, Amanda, Katherine and Gavin; two sisters, Doreen Johnson and Jane (William) Spence; her step brother, Allan (Sheryl) Hine; loving special friends, Judy Paine and Gloria Archer; many nieces, nephews and many good friends. Funeral service will be conducted from MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, on Friday, August 9th at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at the Royal Oak Burial Park. Flowers are gratefully declined; tributes, if desired, may be made to the Victoria Hospice Society, 1900 Fort Street, Victoria, B.C.

V8R 1J8, the Canadian Cancer Society, 204 780 Tolmie Avenue, Victoria, B.C. V8X 3W4, the Salvation Army, 902A Caledonia Avenue, Victoria, B.C. V8T 1 E8 or to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com McCALLBR0S. 385-4465 BRENNAN Bill, bom on November 26, 1942 in North Vancouver, passed away suddenly on August 5, 2002 in Victoria, BC.

Lovingly remembered by family and friends. Special thanks to the Royal Jubilee CVU. Visitation to be held at McCALL BROS. CHAPEL on Friday, August 9, 2002 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2002 at 1 :00 pm in Royal Oak Baptist Church, 898 Royal Oak Avenue.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill's memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 276 2950 Douglas Street, Victoria, B.C. V8T 4N4 Mcall Bros. 385-4465 CARDY Brig. Gen. (ret'd) MO, D.D.

the venerable Joseph. Born in Cooksville, Ontario. Graduate of Wycliffe College University of Toronto. Chaplin (P) of the Essex Scottish regiment in World War II, Command Chaplain in the Korean War 1952-53, Chaplin General of the Armed Forces 1968-73. Survived by his loving wife Maureen and son Anthony (Tony), and his brother William in Parry Sound.

A keen golfer and long time member of the Royal Colwood Golf Club. Sincere thanks to Dr. T. Grewal and to the staff of Mt. Tolmie Hospital for eight years of excellent care.

Funeral service Wednesday, August 7, 2:00 p.m. at St. Luke's Anglican Church, 3821 Cedar Hill Rd. No flowers please, donations to Mt. Tolmie Hospital would be appreciated.

CHOW Phyllis Chi-Ying (nee Sung) passed away on August 1, 2002. Born in Vancouver on July 30, 1930, she went to join our Lord peacefully with her husband of 50 years, Edward, at her side. Her 4 sons and their families will greatly miss her love and devotion Sandy, Buzzy, Michael (Lori) and Victor (Winnie); grandchildren, Andrea, Jefferey, Marissa, Christopher, Danelle and Marisa. Phyllis is survived by her two brothers, Bruce and Wilfred Sung and many nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held at 12:00 noon, Friday, August 9, in the Chapel of Ocean View Funeral Home, 4000 Imperial Street, Burnaby, B.C.

Interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Phyllis' memory to the B.C. Lupis Society. Ocean View 604-435-6688 COLBERT Joan Ellen, passed away peacefully at The Lodge at Broadmead on July 31 2002. Born July 24, 1917 in Victoria, B.C., a second generation Victorian from the pioneer Colbert family.

Joan served in the air force during the Second World War. She worked as a telephone operator at the DVA Hospital from it's opening until her retirement 20 years ago. She is predeceased by one brother, Jim in 1993, and one nephew, Andrew in 1973. She is survived by one brother, John (Mary) of Etobicoke, Ontario and two sisters, Susie Griffin (Joseph) of Victoria and Sheila Derks of Sidney. She also leaves nine nephews and 11 nieces, several grand nieces and grand nephews, three great grand nephews and one great-grand niece, also several cousins.

The family offers a sincere thank you to the kind and caring staff at both the Gorge Road Hospital and the Lodge at Broadmead. Graveside services were conducted by Monsei-gneur Michael O'Connell on Friday afternoon at 12:30 p.m., August 2, at Royal Oak Cemetery. DALMAN Geoffrey Kenneth passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, August 5, 2002. Born in England on April 26, 1920. Predeceased by his wife Clara (1997), siblings and his parents.

Lovingly remembered by his family; sons, Jim (Dot), Ron (Shonna); grandchildren; Tami (Dean), Crystal (Mitchell), Mike (Deanne) and Scott; great grandchildren; Kayla, Megan and Jayden; special nephew, Bill; as well as numerous other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Geoffrey served overseas during the Second World War. In 1948 he settled in the Cowichan Valley, where he raised his family. Worked for many years as a heavy duty mechanic and machine operator with the logging industry. He loved to do his wood working, gardening and cooking.

His passion was spending quality time with his family. Geoffrey is a past president of the Royal Canadian Legion, Br. 210 In Lake Cowichan as well as receiving a 50 year member pin, a life member of the British Columbia Dragoons. A Celebration of Life will be held In the Sands Funeral Chapel, 187 Trunk Road, Duncan, B.C. on Friday, August 9, at 11:00 a.m.

The Reverend Don Hatfield officiating. Cremation. Following the service, refreshments will be served In the Sands Arbor Reception Centre, SANDS of DUNCAN (250)746-5212 By Douglas Martin New York Times Frank Inn, who helped train Lassie and Rhubarb the cat, and on his own discovered and made actors of Arnold the pig on Green Acres, the 500 or so animals on The Beverly Hillbillies and his greatest star, Benji, the cuddly movie dog, has died in Sylmar, Calif. He was 86. He died July 27 in the nursing home where he had lived in recent months, his daughter Kathleen Hees said.

Inn may have been television's greatest animal star maker. In the early 1950s, he trained his first big star, Cleo, the basset hound on The People's Choice who appeared with the actor Jackie Cooper. He followed up with Tramp, the mutt on My Three Sons, and Higgins, the canine star of Petticoat Junction, and also trained animals for shows like Love Lucy, Ozzie and Harriet, The Addams Family and Barnaby Jones. At his peak, he worked a menagerie of around 1,000 animals, tended by 30 trainers, many of whom went on to train their own animal celebrities. Among them were Karl Lewis Miller, trainer of Babe the pig; Steve Martin, the handler of Gidget the taco-hawking Chihuahua; and Gary Gero, whose animals were seen in the recent remakes of Dr.

Dolittle and 101 Dalmatians. From mynah birds to skunks, Inn had everything beastly a studio might order. And if he didn't have it, he improvised: His Hereford bull looked just like the needed buffalo after a makeup artist's magic. WILLIAM MALLOW Prolific inventor helped refine Liquid Paper San Antonio Express News SAN ANTONIO William A. Mallow, a prolific inventor who helped develop some of the most ubiquitous products for commercial and household use, including Liquid Paper and clumping cat litter, died of acute leukemia on July 30 at a San Antonio hospital.

He was 72. A polymer chemist, Mallow spent nearly 40 years with the Southwest Research Institute, where he worked on a variety of projects, from tiles for the space shuttle to improving the silicone rubber skin covering on the robotic dinosaurs in the Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla. He also figured out how to remove the peanut butter from the moulds at candy factories. Liquid Paper, the typewriter correction fluid, was invented by Bette Nesmith Graham, but at her request, Southwest Research helped refine the product. Southwest Research is an independent, not-for-profit development centre based in San Antonio.

The cat litter, known as Scoop Away Clean, allows clumps of urine and solid waste to be removed daily, leaving the rest of the box fresh. More recently, Mallow, who retired from Southwest Research in 1998 but remained a technical adviser, was working on a slippery gel designed for thwart rioters or enemy attacks on military installations. GERHARD WESSEL Espionage chief led Germany's intelligence agency New York Times Gerhard Wessel, a spy for Nazi Germany who went on to head West Germany's espionage agency, has died near Munich. He was 88. He is regarded as the founder of West Germany's counterintelligence service, which he headed for seven years.

As chief of the agency known as the BND, for Bundesnachrichtendienst he is credited with modernizing German intelligence gathering. Wessel, who died July 28, hired academic analysts and electronics experts to serve alongside agents, and ordered spies to stop shadowing Germans inside Germany. He listed the BND in the phone book. Wessel's agency had many successes. It informed the government three months in advance of the Soviet Union's plans to invade Czechoslovakia in 1968.

It also gathered early information about dissatisfaction among shipyard workers in Gdansk, which led to upheaval in Poland in the 1980s. On the other hand, there were a disturbing number of incidents of East Germans infiltrating the West German gov eminent, on Wessel's watch, BIRNIE George, August 7, 2000. Another year has past, since God called you away But still we miss you each and every day What we wouldn't give to take one more walk Or just quietly sit and have one more talk Miss you Dad and always will, for though you're gone, we love you still. Love and missed by his family. 775 MEMORIAL GIFTS In Memoriam Gifts fund vital heart and stroke research and health promotion programs Please print the name of the deceased or person honoured; the nameaddress of the next of kin for card; and your nameaddress for tax receipt (Visa and MC accepted).

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