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BURNS, William Robert

Jami & Rob Burns are thrilled to announce the birth of their first son William Robert Burns.  William was born on March 3rd, 2008 at the Sault Area Hospital at 3:52am weighing 6lbs 15oz.  We would like to express our warmest thanks to Shirley Hale, Dr. Oberai and the nursing staff in Sault Ste Marie for their excellent care.  William is the first grandchild for Eleanor and Bob Burns (Apsley, ON) and the second grandchild for Vicki & Bill Adams (Whitefish Falls, ON).

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CHALYKOFF - RENAUD, Nate Ryan Mike and Cheryl Chalykoff (Wawa ON.)  are proud to announce the birth of their first grandchild. Nate Ryan Renaud born February 28, 2008 at Sault Area Hospital, weighing 7 lbs 1oz., 21.5 in. Proud parents are Ray Renaud (Sudbury, ON) and  Katherine Chalykoff (Wawa, ON) Third grandchild for Ray Sr. & Lise Renaud (Barrie, ON) First nephew to Ryan & Lori Chalykoff (Wawa, ON),  & Natalie & Dave Paquin (Sturgeon Falls, ON)

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CALLUM, Lachlan Steve and Rose Ann Turyk are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their first grandchild, DAVID MacLACHLAN FINNIE CALLUM. Named after his great-great-grandfather, Lachlan was born April 30, 2008 at 6:06 pm weighing 9 lbs 5 oz. Proud parents are David and Martha Callum (Turyk).

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BARRIOS CORBETT, Leonard Arnott

Mariangni Barrios and Randall Corbett wish to announce the birth of their son on Feb 24^th 2008 at St. Josephs Hospital in Toronto. Weighing in at 6 lbs 14 oz’s, he is happy and healthy. Special thanks to the Tassone family, Carloina Tapia  and Cindy (midwife) for their patience and help with the delivery. Leonard has since returned with us to Venezuela with his new Canadian Passport.

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ANDRE, Brett Richard Ambrose

Big brothers Brandon, Kyle and Tyler are thrilled to announce the early arrival of their new baby brother Brett, Richard Ambrose Andre, born at Sault Area Hospitals March 4th, 2008 @ 5:57p.m weighing 7lbs 3ozs and measuring 52 cm long.  Brett is welcomed by his proud parents Nancy and Martin Andre. Spoiling privileges go to great grandma Clara Robert. Looking down from heaven to watch over us is Grandma and Grandpa Helen and Henry Auclair and Grandma Mary Andre. Very special thanks to all the incredible nurses in Labour and Delivery at Sault Area Hospital for their support and encouragement. A big thank you to Dr. Fam and Shirley Hale for taking very good care of our mommy and little baby brother. Also, we would like to thank Michelle Lesage for taking very good care of us while our mommy and daddy were away till our baby brother was born.

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JOANISSE, Kael

Mommy and Daddy finally decided on a name! Lori and Jean are proud to introduce their newest edition, Kael.  Born on March 1, 2008 and weighing 5 pdns 15 oz., Kael was a late arrival!

Thank you to all the staff at the Lady Dunn Health Centre.  Proud siblings are sisters Morgan and Jordynn, and brothers Jamie, Mikey, Jayden and Jayce.

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WOELLER, Ethan Frederick

I'd like to introduce our son, Ethan Frederick Woeller born December 29th, 2007 at 9lbs and 22 inches. Ethan was born at Grand River Hospital in Kitchener. Thanks to all of the wonderful staff in both the delivery and intensive care units he is happy healthy and strong!

Ethan is the first grandchild for Carolle Pitre of Wawa, Yvon Pitre of Sudbury and Pam and Byron of Kitchener. He also shares a birthday with his Uncle Bryan.

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LAKE, Meghan James

Brianne Lake would like to introduce her little sister Meghan James born on November 16, 2007 at 9lbs 5oz and 22 inches.

We are enjoying our new home in Picton and would like to say hello to all that we knew in Wawa and thank you for a great two years. Hopefully we will see some of you this summer either here or there.  

Best Wishes to all, The Lakes

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CHARBONNEAU, April Carrie-Anne

Giles, Sandy and big sister Kaitlyn are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their little bundle.  April Carrie-Anne Charbonneau.  Born January 22, 2008 at the Sault Area Hospital, weighing 6.9oz, 19.5' long.  Kaitlyn is proud to finally say she has a baby sister.

Third granddaughter for Bev and Marcel Charbonneau.  Fourth grandchild for Terry Newman.  Eighth grandchild for Ken Newman.  Great granddaughter to  Denise Varin 'Big Gramma' and the late Clifford Varin, Vic and Claudia Charbonneau, and Stan Newman and the late Betty Newman.

We wish to express our thanks to Dr. Amimi, Dr. Fam, and all the nursing staff of the Sault Area Hospital that watched over us during our stay.  Also, a big thank you to Stacey Roberts, and Shirley Hale for all their support over the last 9 months.  

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JOLIE, Gavin Roger Allan

Born January 28th 2008, 7lb 3 oz. Born to Tyler & Shandel Jolie of Lumby, British Columbia.

Proud grandparents are Steve & Regina Jolie formaly of Wawa and Great Grandparents Roger & Ellie Jolie of Wawa.

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MATHIAS, Emily Madison

Was born on January 31st, 2008  weighing in at 8lbs 15oz. Proud parents are Dewey and Laura Mathias of Garson Ontario. Proud Grandparents are Lionel and Ann Marie Gionet of Chapleau and Danny Mathias of Wawa.

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Chalykoff, Aria

Tracy and Jason Chalykoff are thrilled to announce the birth of their daughter Jordan Aria Chalykoff. She was born January 1, 2008 at 11:58 am at Lady Dunn Health Centre. She weighed 8.4 lbs and was 20 inches.

We send our deepest thanks to Shirley Hale for all of her help and support during the pregnancy and thank you Dr. Kirby, Dr. McBain and Dr. Gasparelli for their wonderful encouragement during the delivery. Additionally a great big thank you to all of the nurses who were involved (Tina, Shelley, Jo, Georgina , Amanda, Troy, just to name a few).

Jordan is the first grand-daughter to Ann Chalykoff, and the first niece to Andrew and Tom Chalykoff.

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	Fortier, Vincent Born in Wawa Jan 1, 2008. Parents are Marie Therese Theberge and Richard Fortier from White River.

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Chalmers, Marek Rodney

Rodney, Cheryl, big brother Mason and big sister McKenna, are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Marek.  Marek came unexpectedly two weeks early on Dec. 23rd, 2007, to be able to visit his great-grandfather (Didi).  He weighed 7lbs. 6oz. and was born at 12:29 p.m., at the Lady Dunn Health Centre.  Proud grandparents are Lynn & Tina Lethbridge, and Ron & Mary Chalmers.  Another great-grandchild for George & Sophie Fellinger.  Proud Auntie Tracy & Uncle David.  

Special thanks to Shirley Hale for all of her wonderful care and kindness.  Thanks to Dr. Kirby, Dr. Oberai, and Dr. Mcbain and nursing staff.

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METZNER, Rebecca Marie

Big sister, Jolie is so proud to finally announce the arrival of Baby Becca, born August 17, 2007 at 8:16 a.m. in Sault Ste.Marie and weighing 8lbs 15 ozs.  This is the second little princess for parents, Derrick and Renee.

Special thanks to Dr. Oberai, Dr. Kirby and Shirley Hale in Wawa and Dr. Fam in the Soo.

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MORIN-STROM, Karl Augustus (Gus)

Marie Morin-Strom is pleased to announce the birth of her son Karl Augustus (Gus), on the winter solstice, December 22. Born at 6:22 pm at the North Bay General Hospital, weighing 9 lb. 15 oz., length 57 cm (22-1/2 in.).  Proud new grandparents are Bernadette and Karl Morin-Strom of North Bay. Karin and Ingrid are the excited new aunts. The special great-grandparents are Alvar and Gladys Strom, and Edna and Florent Morin, all of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.

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WHITE, Morgan Elizabeth

Tom White and Jennifer Tremblay are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of Morgan Elizabeth White  born December 6th at 3:55 a.m. she weighed 5 lbs. 9 ozs and is 18.5 inches long.

Grandparents are Sam and Roza Tremblay of Wawa. Steve and Cindy Gilbert of Espanola and Elizabeth White of Sault Ste Marie. Great grandparents are Lynn and Mena Beauchamp of Espanola. Niece to Julie Tremblay and Noel Charbonneau of Subury, Janice West, Brenda White, Darlene White, Linda White and Bobby White.

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Valliere, Erin Anne France & Griffin Daniel Judy (Longhurst), Dan and big sister Gemma are thrilled to announce the arrival of their twins on September 9, 2007.  Erin Anne France weighed 7lbs 11oz and was born at 6:08 pm.  Griffin Daniel weighed 6lbs 12oz and was born at 6:23 pm.   The twins were born at the Civic Hospital in Ottawa, Ontario, where they received excellent care.

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Gagnon, Kalvin Nicholas John Kalvin was born November 4th, 2007 at 9:04 p.m. to parents Katrina Sloss and Russ Gagnon. He weighed 6.4 lbs, and was 18 3/4 inches. Proud grandparents are Lisa and Darren Houston and the late Ferdinand & Marlene Gagnon.

Stone, Olivia Angela Rose November 14, 2007 Verna and David would like to send their thanks to Shirley Hale and to the Lady Dunn Hospital, Dr. Amimi and staff, Dr. Fame and maternity staff at General Hospital in Sault Ste Marie. Olivia is the baby sister to Amadeus, Cassius and Odessa, and granddaughter to Lena and Donald Swanson, and Angela and Sam Stone. We would like to thank all who helped us during the last nine months, Chi’ Miigwetch.

Stewart, William Oscar The Stewart Family is excited to announce the newest addition to the clan, William Oscar.  Baby William finally made his appearance at the Kingston General Hospital on August 18th, 2007, weighing in at 7lbs, 3oz. William is the first child for proud parents Desmond Stewart and Monique Parisien, third grandchild for Claire and Wally Stewart, first nephew for James, Samantha and Philippe Stewart and first little cousin for Wesley and Evie.  Welcome William, you were worth the wait!

Laude-McQuarrie, Teagan Lacey Kelly & Clint are happy to announce the birth of their daughter Teagan Lacey Laude-McQuarrie. Born in Sudbury July 28 at 4:38pm weighing 6.13 oz. A new baby sister for Reid. Proud grandparents are Mike and Sharon Laude & Donna McQuarrie. A new great grandchild for James Lacey & Donna Laude. First time aunts for Stephanie, Kristen, Lindsay & Cindy.  Watched from heaven by grandpa Glenn McQuarrie & great grandparents Jeanette Lacey and Roman Laude.

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Dufour, Ryan Travis (Croft) Big Brother Tristan Dufour is proud to announce the arrival of his Baby Brother Ryan Dufour.  Born at Sault Area Hospital on July 8th at 3:43 p.m. weighing 5 lbs 4 oz and was 19 inches long.  This is a 2nd future hockey player for proud parents Stephen Dufour and Anik Croft. Ryan is the 7th Grandchild for Lise Croft and Berthier Chabot of Dubreuilville and 23rd Grandchild for Theresa Dufour of Sault Ste Marie. Also watching from up above are Grand-Papa's Fernand and Réal.   Thank you to Dr. Hergott, the labour and delivery nurses and the NICU nurses for the great care during our extended stay.

GRASLEY, Lyllie May Mattaini The Mattaini family would like to announce two new additions to their family: First, parents Stephanie Mattaini and Joe Grasley, along with excited big sister Daysie Sue, would like to announce Lyllie May Mattaini Grasley, born on Februaury 17, 2007 in Wawa, weighing 8 lbs 2 oz; TURNER, Keegan Lucas Robert Mattaini Secondly; parents Mandie Mattaini and Charlie Turner would like to announce their first son; Keegan Lucas Robert Mattaini Turner, born in SSM, weighing 8 lbs 4 oz. All would like to thank the Doctors and Nurses in both Wawa and Sault Ste. Marie for all their great care!

Niznik, Keean John Trevor Niznik & Emily Tessier are thrilled to announce the birth of their son Keean John Niznik. Born July 11th 2007 at 10:51 a.m. in Sault Area Hospital, weighing 7 lbs. 1 oz. Special thanks to Shirley Hale & Natalie Jones (Wawa) & Dr Hergott, Dr Marcoux & the nursing staff at the SAH (Sault Ste Marie) for all their hard work and care!

Roy (Scheuermann), Ethan George Our home has grown by two feet!!  Duane and Stephanie are proud to announce the arrival of their son Ethan George Roy.  A little brother for Anthony and Shelby, Ethan was born on March 30th, 2007, at 8:16 p.m.  He weighed 8lbs, 15oz and was 21 1⁄2 inches long.  He is the first grandchild for very proud grandparents Darlene and Keenan Clavet and the eighth grandchild for Edna Irwin and Garnet Strum.  Also watching over him from up above is Grandpa Scheuermann.  Special thanks to Stacey Roberts, Shirley Hale, Natalie Jones and Dr. Oberai in Wawa and Dr. Fam, Dr. Zehr, Dr. Amimi and the SAH nursing staff in Sault Ste. Marie for all their help and excellent care.

Gendron, Chad Travis Travis and Alison are happy to announce the arrival of their son Chad Travis, born May 20th 2007 at Sault Area Hospital. He weighed 8 lbs, 8 oz and was 21 ¾ in. long.  Chad is the second Grandchild for Susan and Jim Shaw, and Rod and Louise Lehto.  He also is the first Grandchild for Rocky and Micheline Gendron.  We would like to thank Stacey Roberts, Natalie Jones and Sherley Hale for all of their help. As well as thank you to Dr. Hergott and the staff at Sault Area Hospital for the great care during our stay.

Fellinger, Rylan DJ Big brothers Kolby & Austin are happy to have the safe arrival of their new little brother Rylan.  Born May 16, 2007 weighing in at 8 lbs 14oz.  Proud parents are Kevin & Susan.  Proud grandparents are Heinz & Noreen Fellinger and Jorma Ryyppo.  Our angel above, Grandma Ryyppo watches over her grandchildren with love. Special thanks to the excellent care from the SAH nursing staff, Dr. Fam, Dr. Amimi, and in Wawa,  Stacey Roberts and Shirley Hale.

McGee, Auston Micheal Proud Mom Jessica Kraly and Dad Tyler McGee are happy to announce the safe arrival of their son Auston Micheal McGee.  Auston was born on March 4th 2007 in the Sault Area Hospital. Auston weighed 8 pounds 10 ounces.

Stewart, Evelyn Marie James, Samantha and big brother Wesley are happy to announce the birth of baby Evie! Born Friday December 15th, 2006 at Sault Area Hospital, weighing 7 lbs, 12 oz.  Evie is the second grandchild for Denise Boyer-Mellan as well as Wally and Claire Stewart and third great grandchild for Glory Stewart. Many thanks to Shirley Hale and Dr. Fam as well as the super nursing staff in the Soo.

Fellinger, Abigail Paige Addition to the family!  Katie and Derek are happy to announce the birth of Abigail Paige who arrived on April 27 at 7:40 pm in Sioux Lookout.  First grandchild for Carole Styres and Rudy Gasparelli and the sixth for Noreen and Heinz Fellinger.

	MacLachlan, Harlie Jade Dan, Brandi and big brother Wyatt are thrilled to announce the birth of their new baby girl Harlie Jade, born November 11, 2006, weighing 7lbs. 7oz..  We would like to express our warmest thanks to Shirley Hale, Dr. Hergott, and the staff at the Sault Area Hospitals for all their wonderful care. ps. Gramma, better late than never!!!

SANCHIONI - SCOTT, Jake & Gracie Dianna Scott and Rob Sanchioni are happy to announce the arrival of their twins, Jake Christopher, and Gracie Maria born February 18th, 2007 at Sault Area General Hospital. Jake weighed 3 pounds, 12 ounces measuring 16.25 inches long and Gracie weighed 4 pounds, 03 ounces measuring 18.5 inches long.  Jake came first and Gracie followed 5 minutes later.  Jake and Gracie are the second grandchildren for proud grandparents Lello and Judy Sanchioni and the first grandchildren for Karlyne and Tom Andersen and Clayton and Audrey Scott of Winnipeg.  A big thank you to the nurses of the NICU in Sault Ste. Marie General hospital where Jake and Gracie stayed for four weeks.  Also like to thank Shirley Hale, ad Natalie Jones for all their constant support.

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