“LOVE ~ Love is anterior to life, posterior to death, Initial of creration, and the exponent of death.” Entered into rest at the Brockville General Hospital, Garden Street Site on Thursday December 29, 2011. Mr. John Birrell former owner of Birrell Meat Market of Brockville age 98 years. Beloved husband of the late Annie (Priesto) Birrell. Dear father of Anne Birrell and Uncle of Larry and Susan Sherman. At the request of Mr. Birrell there will be no visitation or funeral service. A private interment will take place at Oakland Cemetery at a later date. In memoriams to the Charity of your Choice would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Barclay Funeral Home 137 Pearl Street East, Brockville entrusted with the arrangements. Messages of Condolence may be sent online at www.barclayfuneralhome.com