Thelma Marie HAIST

FRASER, Thelma Marie (nee Haist) “Thel” - After a brief illness, Thelma passed away at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on February 14, 2008 in her 91st year. Predeceased by her husband Kenneth Fraser (2005), sisters Delpha Bender and Edna Haist and brothers Leo Haist (surviving wife Eva) and Elgin Haist. Loving Aunt of Shirley Harris of Kincardine, Doreen Durst of Fenwick and Glenna Wilhelm of Loring. Great-aunt of seven and Great-great- aunt of many. Thelma was an elementary school teacher and music supervisor for the Toronto Board of Education and the City of Peterborough. Her life-long love of music and the performing arts provided her with many opportunities for travel and enjoyment. She was a major supporter of the performing arts in the City of Peterborough and regularly enjoyed opera in Toronto and Shakespeare performances in Stratford. She was also a long-time active member of the Peterborough Golf & Country Club and St. Andrew's United Church, member of the Sanctuary Guild of St. Andrew's United Church, member of the Women's Art Association (Garden One) and charter member of Peterborough Opera Guild and Peterborough Theatre Guild. A celebration of Thelma's life will be held at COMSTOCK FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE, 356 Rubidge Street, Peterborough on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 1:30 p.m., Rev. Johanna McQuarrie officiating. Memorial donations may be directed to the Peterborough Arts Council, St. Andrew's United Church, or a charity of your choice. 10993020