February 18, 1992 Birth ELLENS, Eric and Jo-anne (nee Breedon) are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Nathan Pieter on Tuesday, February 18, 1992. Weight 9 lbs. 12 ozs. Little brother for Beth. Nathan was welecomed with love by Grandparents Auke and Addy Ellens and Joe and Marilyn Breedon. Thanks to all our family and friends for all their kindness, love and support. Thank [sic] also to Dr. Simms, Dr. Bendz, Dr. Stevens, Dr. Jousti and the nursing staff of Stevenson Memorial Hospital and York County Hospital.
November 24, 1994 Birth ELLENS - Eric and Jo-Anne (Breedon) are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter Sarah Janelle on Wednesday, November 23, 1994. Weighing 9 lbs. 13 ozs. Little sister for Beth and Nathan. Sarah was welcomed with love by grandparents Auke and Addy Ellens and Joe and Marilyn Breedon. Thanks to family and friends for all their best wishes. Thanks also to Dr. Joutsi and Dr. Chang and the nursing staff at York County Hospital.
Gordon, Trudy, Frances, and Auke Ellens in front of their home in the Holland Marsh. They are standing beside their cookstove, which was used outside the house until the chimney was installed (the chimney pictured was newly installed). Auke Ellens had immigrated from the Netherlands.
