Sunday, June 28th, 2026 at 2:30 p.m.
Located at: 874615 5th Line EHS Mono, ON L9W 6A8.
We are delighted to welcome Wayne Townsend and Naomi Bristow as our special guests to lead this year’s Relessey Memorial.
Wayne Townsend, longtime retired curator of the Museum of Dufferin, is a beloved local historian. If your ancestors settled in Dufferin County-whether from Ireland or anywhere else- chances are Wayne knows more about them than you do!
Wayne has graciously led our service on many occasions, always captivating the audience with his heartfelt stories. He holds Relessey in a very special place in his heart. This year, his message is titled “Just One Small Church.”
Naomi Bristow is a talented young artist raised on a farm in Ontario, Canada. Growing up as a country girl immersed in rodeo life and gospel music, she developed a deep love for traditional country and western music. At a young age Naomi taught herself to yodel using a book and a cassette tape. Now with 16 years in the music industry, she has released 11 albums- many recorded in Nashville- featuring duets with Grand Ole Opry stars, Jim Ed Brown (The Browns), Richard Sterban (bass singer of the Oak Ridge Boys), a gospel project with Vince Gill, and a Christmas album with Whisperin’ Bill Anderson. We are so looking forward to your performance Naomi!
As always, we are committed to keeping our church and cemetery grounds in good repair and well maintained. This is made possible through the generous donations and contributions we receive. It is truly a labour of love from our dedicated Board members. Relessey Church & Cemetery remains a beautiful, peaceful, and important part of Mono’s heritage.
If you wish to place flowers in the sanctuary during the service, please notify us in advance so they can be acknowledged.
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Thank you for your faithful and continued support of Relessey. If you would like to make a donation or pay for any church or cemetery services, you can do so easily via e-transfer to:
If you would like to receive information about upcoming events, please send your email address to either of the contacts below.
Sincerely,
Rob Holmes
Secretary
fayehholmer@gmail.com
John Holmes
Treasurer
relesseycemetery@gmail.com

