George Blanchard turns 90
Party at TS&CC: Sunday 28 Sept. 2003
Part 2: pics by Uncle Al
(N.B. other photo contributions to make this record more complete
will be most welcome - contact Uncle Al)
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After Paul had spoken - early because he had another engagement to keep at the Canada Cup - we had another half-hour or so to kill. And this accomplished in ...
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... various ways!
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Carolyn Kofler and Linda Sweet (r)
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Ann Rogers with Patrick Sweet (former ace crew turned ballroom dancer!)
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When former CWA Chairman, Don Gallagher, and Ann Rogers meet, big smiles are inevitable!
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Jenny Burrell may have just revealed a juicy bit of gossip to Don, judging by his expression?
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Sharron Gallagher meets Mike Codd's daughter, Lilly.
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Photographer, Sid Atkinson (W3618) trades tales with Bill Stanbridge.

What a fun group!!
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Strategically seated near the bar are (l to r) Jeff Gamey and his wife,  Heider Funck, Hans Gottschling, Heider's wife, Ursula, and Mudl Gottschling.
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And then the festivities recommence as MC, Mike Codd, presents George with a special 90th Birthday card ...
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... created by Diane Zaremba, W442 of Ontario Place, and signed by the rest of the W's.
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A modest little testimonial from Canada's Governor-General, ...
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... Adrienne Clarkson was next.
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Former OSA Executive Director, Alf Jenkins, was there to thank George for decades of service to the OSA.
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A burgee was presented to George by Chris and Carolyn Kofler on behalf of the Sarasota YC's member
- alas mostly powerboaters.
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Former CWA Chairman, and current CYA Judge, Mel Preston, recalls exciting times with George.
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And we were there!
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Peter Kozak, former TSCC Commodore, had a testimonial plaque to present on behalf grateful TSCC members.
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A highlight of the afternoon came with another special card - a bit crumpled in the box Tom Wharton is clutching but ...
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... still usable.
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George Blanchard turns 90