Istead, Earl Norman Passed away at Northumberland Hills Hospital, Cobourg on Sunday September 9, 2007. Earl beloved husband of Irene Markwick. Loving father of Sharon Wopereis (Floyd Graham), Mark Istead (Paula) and Paul Istead (Diane). Dear grandfather to Theresa and Brian Wopereis, Alison, Adam, Natalie and Jeremy Istead. Brother of the late Douglas Istead. Brother in-law of Doris Istead. Friends will be received at the Allison Funeral Home, 103 Mill Street North, Wednesday 12 noon until time of Memorial Service at 1 pm. Interment, Port Hope Union Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be made by cheque to Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation. www.allisonfuneralhome.com