It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of a very good friend, Maris Apse. He died last evening (March 8) after suffering a massive stroke on Sunday at Grand Bend. Maris was a staunch supporter of OFO and a well-known field trip leader. He was well-liked by all and needless to say, will be terribly missed. Visitation is at the Hoffman Funeral Home in Dashwood, 118 Main St. (ph. 519-237-3532) on Sunday March 13 from 2-5 p.m. Funeral is Monday March 14 at 1 p.m. at Hoffman Funeral Home. The Hoffman website is: hoffmanfuneralhome.com where you can email condolences. Donations to OFO, Lambton Wildlife Inc. or Bird Studies Canada would be appreciated. Regards, Blake A. Mann Wallaceburg, Chatham-Kent Ontario boatmannATkentDOTnet Blog: www.burgbirder.blogspot.ca