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In Memoriam Donald James “Don” Wright Don Wright of Everlasting Springs Water Well in Kirkton, Ontario, Canada, passed away December 28, 2016, in his 62nd year. In addition to being the beloved son of the late Harvey and Evelyn Wright, he was also a dear brother and brother-in-law of Norlene and Ed Rodd, and uncle of Neanna and Josh Catt. Cecil A. Jeter Cecil passed away January 31 st in Seminole, Texas. He was born October 3,1932, in Lamesa to Sid Ross and Ruby Shipley Jeter. Married to Dorothy Sirmons on September 26,1951, Cecil served in the US Army from 1952-1954, a veteran of the Korean War. He owned and operated Jeter Drilling from 1962 to 2007, and will always be remembered as a water well drilling professional. He loved to talk, tell stories, and never met a stranger. He was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters-in-law. Cecil is survived by his wife of 65 years, Dorothy; two sons Allen (Lori) and Bill (Jan); one daughter Cindy (Ricky); his brother Luther; sis- ter-in-law, Bobbie; 9 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Michael Anthony “Mike” Pollice The Ontario Ground Water Association regretfully reported the passing of Mike Pollice on February 5th at the age of 62. His unexpected passing followed a wonderful weekend of snowmobiling with his son and friends. Mike founded All-Terrain Drilling Limited in 1979, and operated the company until his retirement in 2008. Drilling was his passion and he cherished the relationships and friendships he made over the years. Mike is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Sandra, children Sarah (Michael), Jennifer (Brian), and Ryan (Kaitlin). He was also an adoring grandfather for Dominic, Landon, Michaela, Liliana, and Evelyn. He was known to drop absolutely anything to be there for his family and friends. Mike is also survived by his par- ents Dominic and Dorothy, sisters Patricia, Marianne, and Lisa; brother John, and their families. Bruce Downing The Ontario Ground Water Association also had the sad task of announcing the passing of Bruce Downing on February 10, 2017, at the age of 67. Bruce was known for his contagious laugh and wonderful smile. His generosity will be missed throughout the industry, as well as his community. Bruce was born in Hawkesbury, Ontario, Canada, and grew up in Kilmar. He married Dale and settled in Harrington, where they raised their family and were an integral part of the community. Bruce was an astute businessman and with Dale, Tom, Stephen, and Andrew, built the family busi- ness from small beginnings into the successful companies of Downing Drilling and Eastern Ontario Diamond Drilling. Predeceased by his wife Dale Milway, Bruce was the beloved father of Stephen, Christina (Mark Reece), and Andrew (Alice Wegmueller); proud grandfather to Kathryn, Chloe, and Brielle; and cherished companion of Diane Thibault. He also leaves to mourn his siblings, Edna (Drummond), Richard (the late Nancy), Gordon (Barbara), Tom (Kathy), and Norman (Ellie), as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. David A. Parker David A. Parker, 54, passed away February 10, 2017, in Orlando, Florida. He was born June 28, 1962, in Townshend, Vermont, the son of Gerald and Rosamond (Leach) Parker. He married Lisa Foley in 1988, and was one of the owner/operators of Parker Water Wells with his nephew Oakley Allen, and his two sons Justin and Adam Parker. He enjoyed hunting with his children, camping, maple sugaring, and spending time with friends, but most importantly, spending time with his beloved grandchildren and family. He is survived by his mother; his wife Lisa; two sons Justin (Katelyn) and Adam (Alicia); daughter Chelsea; grandchildren Leah, Mason, and Lydia; by his siblings Gerald Parker, Jr., Wayne Parker, Linda Reed, Lorraine Warren, and Kathy Rouse; and also by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. The management and staff of WorldWide Drilling Resource ® are saddened to report the loss of these five drilling industry professionals and express our sincerest sympathies to their family and friends. Lest we forget... 48 APRIL 2017 WorldWide Drilling Resource ®