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TL1301-proof 11/22/12 IN MEMORIAM 9:03 AM Page 1 COURTESY BCGSA It is with great sadness that the BCGSA wishes to inform you that our dear friend and colleague, Jim Dafoe, Superintendent, Fairwinds Golf Course, JIM DAFOE passed away on SUPERINTENDENT OF THE YEAR 2010 Sunday evening, October 7th, due to complicatons from the cancer he was struggling with for the past several months. Jim will best be remembered for his quiet and gentle unassuming nature as well as his unwavering profesionalism in his career. He will also be well remembered for his love, concern and care for his family, friends and colleagues. Jim will be sadly missed by the entire industry. An obituary provided by his family follows... The family of the late James (Jim) Albert Dafoe sadly announces his passing on Sunday, October the 7th in his 65th year. Jim passed away peacefully at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital Palliative Care Unit in Nanaimo, BC after an extended illness. He was born on 5th of April 1948 the eldest son of Les and Joy Dafoe of Marathon, Ontario. Jim remained in Marathon for the early years and had one son, Terry James (TJ) Dafoe from his first marriage to Diane (Blanch). Jim and family moved to Dryden where he started a career as the local curling rink icemaker and golf course superintendent. An avid golfer and curler, Jim elected to follow his passion for the golf business and evolved it in to a lifelong career as a golf course superintendent that spanned a number of golf courses across Canada. Jim met Gloria (Roberts) in Dryden and moved to Fairview, Alberta in 1985 to further his expertise in golf course maintenance and spent two years in college to acquire his turf management technology diploma. After a short hiatus in Sparwood, BC, Jim and Gloria moved to Vancouver Island in 1987 and Jim became the golf course superintendent at Fairwinds Golf Course in Nanoose Bay, BC. Jim's career at Fairwinds spanned over 25 years and he was an integral part of the growth and success of the course today. Jim was always known for his attention to detail 2012 TURFGRASS RESEARCH CONTRIBUTORS Thanks must go to the organizations, companies and individuals who have made generous contributions to turf research both through funding and by serving on the Research Committee. Total funds raised this year so far (as of Sept 30th) are $18,521.82. Right are those who have contributed toward 2012 projects; below are the 2012 Turfgrass Research Committee... Peter Sorokovsky - City of Burnaby (Chair) David Davidson - Kwantlen Polytechnic University David Duncan - THP David Woodske - BC Ministry of Agriculture Dr. Brian Holl - Lamorna Enterprises Keith Lyall - Sun Peaks Resort (WCTA Vice President) Stephen Kerbrat - Smithers Golf Club (BCGSA Representative) John Anderson - Hayden Lake Golf Club (NTA Representative) Ladd Legeyt - Agrium Advanced Technologies (Industry Representative) Dr. Michelle Gorman - City of Victoria (Special Consultant) Elizabeth Hudgins - (Special Consultant) WCTA ENCOURAGES INDUSTRY credits. There are many obvious examples of talks that would qualify, ie. how proper turf nutrition reduces the need for plant protectants, but there are many examples that may not be so obvious, ie. how an automated irrigation system that controls water better reduces disease incidence, or how sharp mower blades reduces disease incidence, or how a certain cultural practice reduces disease incidence and so on. TO PUT ON SEMINARS In an effort to increase our BC Pesticide Applicator Certificate continuing education credit opportunities, the WCTA is encouraging suppliers of all kinds to consider putting on your own seminars. Industry run seminars are not a new idea however many of you may be unaware that these can qualify for CEC 10 WESTERN CANADA TURFGRASS ASSOCIATION and passion for his work. He was a respected expert in his field and built great friendships and relations with his fellow colleagues and golfers alike. Jim never forgot the friends that he had from growing up in Marathon and he travelled back often to visit and provide a little advice to the local golf course staff. Jim moved on in life and established a companionship with Anne Charlton of Nanoose, BC. Jim developed a passion for motorcycles and logged many kilometers on his Harley Davidson with his partner Anne and friends. Jim is survived by his partner Anne Charlton of Nanoose Bay, BC, son TJ Dafoe of Comox, BC, stepdaughter Melanie (Randy) Tait of Parksville, BC, stepson Josh (Terri) Roberts of Courtney, BC and several grandchildren Dylan, Ethan, Quinn, Ben, Charlie and Sarah, mother Joy Dafoe of Marathon, Ontario, brothers Terry (Diane) Dafoe of Petawawa, Ontario, Dave (Audra) Dafoe of Calgary, Alberta and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Jim was predeceased by his father Les Dafoe in July, 2012. Jim will be sadly missed by all. A private interment for family and close friends was held at the Marathon Cemetery in Marathon, Ontario on Saturday, October 20th and a celebration of life followed at the Fairwinds Golf Course, Nanoose Bay, BC on Thursday, November 1st. Platinum ($2000 Or More) BC Golf Superintendents Association Gold ($500-$1999) In memory of Len Heyworth 1959-2012 Kwantlen University Turf Club Eagle Lake Turf Farms oal Vancouver Island Parks and G 25,000.00 $ Grounds Supervisors Silver (Under $500) Fred Halldorson, Grassmaster t Wilf Hanson, Pipestone GC Curren .82 ,521 Jeff Hoyem $18 Jim Boeckman, Dawson Creek G&CC Surrey Parks and Rec John Reid, J. Reid & Associates National Golf Course Owners Associaiton Irrigation Industry of BC Kwantlen University Olds College Lorraine Miller, Southridge School Of course, final approval for any seminar needs to come from the Ministry of Environment but we can say that MOE is very open to industry lead training. The caveat is that the seminar must be educational in nature and not a sales pitch for a specific product. More information on the CEC program can be found at http://www.wctaonline.com/component/k2/item/357?I temid=176. 25000 20000 15000 10000 50000 To submit a seminar for approval, go to wctaturf.com/forms/request-cec.php NOTE 1: You must apply for CEC points at least 2 weeks prior to your event to allow for processing. NOTE 2: There are some responsibilities that come with CEC points, ie. ensuring sign-in sheets get back to us in a timely manner. If you have any questions, contact Jerry Rousseau at exec.director@wctaturf.com