Battersby, Kermit Sifton Passed away at Northumberland Hills Hospital, Cobourg on Monday December 29, 2008. Kermit beloved husband of Mary Sheppard. Dear father of Rick Battersby (Darlene) and Karen Harris (Stan Lewis). Loving grandfather of Tara, David, Christopher, Mindy, Shana, Christopher, Michelle and 9 great-grandchildren. Brother of the late Verta Bickle. Will be fondly remembered and missed by the children and grandchildren of Mary Sheppard. Friends will be received at the Allison Funeral Home, 103 Mill Street North, Port Hope on Thursday 7-9 pm. and Friday from 1 pm until time of Memorial Funeral Service at 2 pm. If desired, memorial contributions may be made by cheque to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of choice. www.allisonfuneralhome.com