By Pam Wright Local Journalism pamwrightlji@gmail.comInitiative Nearly nine decades of political experience will disappear from Cha tham-Kent council this fall as three veteran coun cillors are not seeking re-election.Chatham Coun. Doug Sulman, North Kent Coun. Joe Faas and West Kent Coun. Mark Authier all decided to call it quits in order to focus their en ergiesSulmanelsewhere.andFaas have both served at the mu nicipal level for 40 years apiece, while Authier is wrapping up back-toback four-year terms serv ingGoingChatham-Kent.forward,all three said they plan to continue to serve the community but in different ways. Much has been wit nessed by the trio.
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“This incident – what happened in the park – there is nothing to be said about it. We can’t tolerate that. This is not who Dresden is or who Chatham-Kent is. We won’t stand for it..” - Coun. Jamie McGrai
Jamie McGrail, who along with Joe Faas, represents Dres den on municipal council, said this is not the only incident of vandalism in the community this summer.
In what Chatham-Kent police are calling a “hate-motivated incident,” someone defaced picnic tables in Dresden with anti-gay messages recently. Police received the call Aug. 22 about mischief in Stranak Park on Brown Street in Dres den.Police say sometime between 3:30 p.m. that afternoon and 7 p.m. that evening, someone wrote derogatory messages di rected towards the 2S LGBTQ+ community in red permanent marker on several picnic tables. Police say they are investigat ing this mischief as a hate-mo tivated incident due to the na ture of the messages.
“This incident – what happened in the park – there is nothing to be said about it. We can’t tolerate that,” she said.
“This is not who Dresden is or who Chatham-Kent is. We won’t stand for it. “I do hope someone had a video camera there and they come for ward.”
Everyone in the area with sur veillance cameras is asked to check their footage for possible evidence in relation to this inci dent.Anyone with in formation is asked to contact Const. Doug Littlewood at reward.eligible(8477)atCrimecallersca.chatham-kent.douglasl@AnonymousmaycallStoppers1-800-222-TIPSandmaybeforacashThemessages have been scrubbed away, but the damage is done. Police say anyone im pacted by this act of vandalism can reach out to Chatham-Kent Victim Services at 519-436-6630.
As to what should happen to the individuals responsible, McGrail said it’s changing val ues and understanding other principles that would matter most. “We hope to find out who it is and then correct the be haviour,” she said. “Work with those people to hopefully en sure they under stand the ways they went wrong on that and the many ways they could do better.” McGrail said this is another case of a few bad apples in an otherwise great ty“Thattree.communiissuchastrong community, helping each other and working together to really make Dresden shine,” she said. “But because of the very few who do this, it is such a promi nent“Wething.need to keep working to gether to make this an inclusive community.”Policesaidthey take hate-mo tivated incidents seriously and will thoroughly investigate any report filed.
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“There have definitely been issues because of vandalism in general. We have alerted the police on these issues,” the Ward 4 councillor said. Other occurrences have included the rip ping out of plants from downtown displays, but McGrail said this one is particularly annoying.
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“We need to come to gether, market ourselves together, and have eco nomic prosperity togeth er.”Faas said amalgamation did indeed bring change to Chatham-Kent, land ing a hefty punch on the project he’s most proud of in his political career. Bringing fresh water to Dresden through a new North Kent pipeline, rath er than drawing from the Sydenham River, was an endeavour that took around 18 years. Faas said the Bob Rae NDP govern ment had committed 100 per cent funding to the project, but when the Pro gressive Conservatives were elected, Faas said, officials had to “start from scratch.“Itwas a long-drawnout project,” Faas said, adding the pipeline was finished just prior to amalgamation.AsforSulman’s greatest achievement, he said he can’t single out any one thing.“This is a great place to live and work and raise a family,” he added. “And I think Chatham-Kent is going to be in good hands as there are some great people running for coun cil.”All three politicians agree social media has negatively impacted the political experience.
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Faas, chair of the Cha tham-Kent Public Health Board, said the effects of COVID-19 and the nega tive
thestrainputitics.leavecisionhisimpactedwithalongthatmediasocialwentitdetopol“COVIDarealonwhole system,” he added. “There’s a lot of negativity out there and you’re a target. You get to a point where you are tired of fighting,” Faas ex plained.Sulman said social me dia is a political “night mare.“There’s no control,” he added. “Government is civic, but we hope that it is also “Peoplecivil.say the basest things on social media,” Sulman added. “You’ve got to develop some pret ty thick Authierskin.”too found the negativity of social media to be “Mosttroublesome.peopledo not educate themselves on subjects before they go on social media and start commenting,” Authier said. “There are lots of keyboard warriors out there who like to say things that are not true. At some point, I believe there will be someone charged with slander, from their posts on social media.” But he added his health, family and business “need more of my atten tion,” and will benefit by him leaving politics. Sulman, who will con tinue to operate his law practice, said he went into politics because it was “drilled into my head as a youngster that you help others.”TheWestern University law school graduate, who paid for university by working in local factories including Navistar and Motor Wheel, was told by his father that he was to use his years of learning for more than just making money.Sulman had great ex amples. His great grand father was Mayor of Chatham and MPP; his grandfather was also mayor and his own father was the sheriff in charge of the local court system. Faas also had politics in his family but took a different route. He was managing the bar at the Dresden Raceway. At the time Dresden was a “dry” town so a plebiscite had to be held in order to make the consumption of liquor“Whilelegal.working on that, I decided – why not run
Sulman, Faas, Authier step away “Most people do not educate themselves on subjects before they go on social media and start commenting. There are lots of keyboard warriors out there who like to say things that are not true.” - Mark Authier
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Faas believes Cha tham-Kent’s infrastruc ture needs are the greatest challenge facing the mu nicipality.“We’reonly funding at 50 per cent,” he said. “It’s either pay me now or pay meFaas,later.”who will continue to serve with the St. Clair Region Conservation Au thority Foundation, said serving the people has been a great honour. “I’m proud of all the communities and I am proud of Dresden and Mitchell’s Bay. “The people make it easy to represent them.” Like Sulman and Faas, Authier became a coun cillor to “better” his com munity, adding he be lieves he has helped in his own way. As for the achievement he is most proud of, Au thier said there is no one thing that stands out as he has worked on many projects and will continue to do so. Continued on page 5
“COVID-19 put a real strain on the whole system. There’s a lot of negativity out there and you’re a target. You get to a point where you are tired of fighting.”
“This is a great place to live and work and raise a family. And I think Chatham-Kent is going to be in good hands as there are some great people running for council.”
- Doug Sulman
- Joe Faas
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Every year, we hold tree planting ceremonies for each of our three tree parks: T.R.E.E.S. Park, Ridgetown, McKinlay Woodlands at CM Wilson Conservation Area and the McKinlay Memorial Forest at Merlin Conservation Area. We look forward to this opportunity to reconnect with families and the life-affirming honour of planting a tree in their loved one’s memories. This year, of course, will look a little bit different. While we will not be able to connect with all of you physically, we invite you all to reconnect in spirit.
On Sunday, September 12, 2021 we will be hosting the annual tree service on our website. We will be bringing families from all three tree parks together on one date, at one time. So while we are all distant, we can still be together. We invite you to join us for this Moment of Remembrance. Together we can take a pause from the busyness of our days to connect and reflect as a community.
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Chatham Retirement Resort resident Shirley Manson makes friends with some kittens at Friday’s Pet Appreciation Day event at the seniors’ home. Also featured was a PAWR Adopt-a-Pet segment that proved to be very popular with residents. They visited with kittens, cats, dogs and even a bun ny looking for new homes. PAWR has continued to keep its adoption fees for cats at $50 for those interested in adopting a feline pet.
It’s safe to say fallout from COVID-19 pushed toxic drug use to new heights. In Chatham-Kent, the pan demic years resulted in the largest-ever spike in opi oid-related emergency room visits, double what occurred since 2019. And the rise continues. In the first quarter of 2022, nine local people have died as a result of toxic drug poi sonings – putting CK’s rate above the provincial average and among the highest in Ontario.Localopioid related deaths and ER visits have risen 400 per cent in the period from 2016 to 2021. While it’s easy to get lost in the numbers – an average of 22 people die in Canada each day from toxic drug poison ing – Marjorie Crew said it’s important to remember that each death isn’t just a statis tic, it’s a person. The co-ordinator of the Cha tham-Kent Drug Awareness Council said people need to learn to see beyond the stig ma and recognize addicted people as human beings.
Authier said Chatham-Kent has a lot going for it, including the water ways, fresh fruits and vegetables, but its greatest asset is its people. “I believe the smaller cities and towns and villages all pull together to help peo ple that are down and need help. That is why I am so proud to be from Chatham-Kent.”
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These dedication services are being held for those Memorial Trees planted from Sept. 1, 2021 - Aug. 31, 2022.
On Sunday, September 12, 2021 we will be hosting the annual tree service on our website. We will be bringing families from all three tree parks together on one date, at one time. So while we are all distant, we can still be together. We invite you to join us for this Moment of Remembrance. Together we can take a pause from the busyness of our days to connect and reflect as a community.
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Continued from page 4 “I am proud of how I represented my area,” he added. “I know not all residents in my area are fans but I have many residents who know the hours I have put in to make Cha tham-Kent a better place to live.” When it comes to Chatham-Kent’s greatest challenge, Authier said the tax base is a problem as infrastruc ture is extremely costly and can’t meet the demand because of low population density. “CK will need more money from higher governments to maintain what we have.”
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When the DCC first became available at a bargain price, I thought that moving administra tion and the library, along with perhaps economic development and perhaps some rotating art exhibits into the building would be a good idea, but I envisaged keeping much of the building as it was. Council, however, decid ed not to proceed with the move.Here we are a few months later, spend ing $2 million to study a plan that might cost as much as $150 Million and fails to give us what weWewant.need a twin pad arena for the Chatham Maroons and other skat ing activities that is able to accommodate perhaps 2,000 people for events not suitable for the Cap itol Theatre. We do not need a 4,000-seat single iceWepad.need to keep the Cultural Centre and the library as is. We need to update our existing municipal building, the HVAC and electrical systems need replacing and there is a need for a bigger, better elevator giving disabled residents access to the council chamber and to all three floors of the building. While this rebuild might cost $25 allowingmillion,manyof the staff to work from home during the construction will overcome many of the problems working in a building undergoing ren ovations presents. We also need to look at installing solar panels on the front of the building and using the energy in the Thames River to heat and cool the building.Iftherebuild can be carried out for $25 million and a Twin Pad arena can be built for $50 million, we get what we want for $75 million and not something we don’t want for $150 million. Let’s be realistic and tell our incoming council to just say no. John ChathamWillatt
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Disagreements happen via the written word and face to face. However, names were at tached to letters, and if a pol itician had an angry ratepayer in front of them, they certainly knew that person’s face. On social media, the knee-jerk reactions of the angry masses of keyboard warriors can wear a person down. We saw it ourselves during the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic and ultimately had to shut off com ments on COVID-19-related stories on our Facebook page. People didn’t bother to read the content. Instead, they commented on the comments, or just flung their beliefs at others without reading a thing. We had people putting laughing emojis on stories of residents dying. In the case of councillors, they too were pelted with anger and frustra tion over the past two years. It wears on people, especially those who care. To the retiring councillors, we thank you for your time serving the people and understand your decisions to step away.
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And just like that, nearly 90 years of experience in munici pal politics is walking away. Well, not just like that, but if you look at the number of years Doug Sulman (40), Joe Faas (40) and Mark Authier (eight) have spent serving the people of Chatham, Dresden and North Kent, and West Kent, one can only wonder how much the last two years impacted their decision to not seek re-election thisPerhapsfall.
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it’s not that simple. Yes, Faas and Sulman have dedicated much of their lives to helping others by representing them, and Authier committed eight of his own years to such an endeavour. Maybe it was time for them to step aside to let younger folks guide the municipality. Then again, maybe only so many negative comments on social media can be absorbed by some very thick skin before someone says enough is enough.Priorto social media, if a person had a beef with an elected official, he or she wrote a letter or spoke with them personally.
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The event serves as one of CTCCK’s two major fundraisers each year. In 2021, it raised in excess of $115,000. To sign up, call Genge at 519-437-0242. Entry is $3,000 per foursome.
With Chatham-Kent’s epic golf event a little more than a week away, organizers are hoping to attract three more teams. Festival of Golf, a major fundraiser for the Foun dation of the Children’s Treatment Centre of Cha tham-Kent (CTCCK), tees off Sept. 9 at Bushwood Country Club. Well, this year’s theme is Caddyshack, and the 1980 classic golf comedy took place at the fictional Bushwood somewhere in Illinois. This time around, however, it’s at Willow Ridge Golf & Country Club in Blenheim, the home of Festival of Golf for the sixth year. Mike Genge, president of the CTCCK Foundation, won’t give out details, but said golfers can expect a sampling of the zaniness of the Caddyshack film. On top of that, the fund raiser event features 18-holes of golf, prizes galore, an auction, dinner, bands, and fun for all.
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“We’ve got great priz es, great auction items,” Genge said. “We’ve got a bourbon tasting for 20, a great deal for a week in Cabo (Mexico), a signed Born to Run (from Bruce Springsteen), a guitar from Bon Jovi, signed by the whole band. We have a bunch of giveaways, everything from pinball machines, to Blackstone grills, to Traeger smokers, to watches, sunglasses, you name it.” On top of that, one of the golfers will win the door prize, a golf trip for four to Scotland for six days and seven nights. And if that isn’t enough, why not take part in hu man whack-a-mole for a chance at more prizes?
Respect Revolution, performance team from MCBN, comprised of lo cal youth, takes the stage first at 5:30 p.m. The group will be followed by Leave Those Kids Alone’s first set at 6:30 p.m. Even though the concert is taking place outside at a craft brewery, Neuts stressed this is very much a family-friendly event. Tickets for the show are $15 each. People are encouraged to bring a lawn chair. Tickets can be obtained at Sons of Kent, through MCBN board members, or call Neuts directly at 519-692-4116.
“When we first saw them (in 2019), no one was over 17,” he said. “The girl who is the drummer is now 13. They play 1960s, ’70s, ’80s and ’90s classic rock & roll.” Neuts said ticket sales have been brisk. “This week, sales have been going nuts,” he told The Chatham Voice. “I have 20 tables spoken for. I think we’re over 200 people easily right now, not counting family mem bers of the Respect Revo lution, and volunteers.”
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The Chatham Kent Labour Council continues to support ALL workers and encourages those of you who are unionized to join us on our Board or to attend General Membership meetings. Keep informed on what is going on in the Labour Community, have opportunities to discuss health & safety issues, share stories and support our communities. Want to join a Union? We can help with that too.
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Mike Neuts wants you to Leave Those Kids Alone. The head of the Make Children Better Now (MCBN) organization is bringing in the Wind sor-based youth band Leave Those Kids Alone on Sept. 10 at Sons of Kent in their yard. The fundraiser was sup posed to take place more than two years ago. Those Kids have aged, but Neuts said they are still the voice of youth and are a great classic rock show.
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THE CHATHAM VOICEPAGE 10 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 SO HAPPY TO HELP YOU FIND YOUR NEW HOME!! 59 Blossom Place, Chatham • NOW $629,900 All brick rancher with 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths. Master with ensuite. 2 car attached garage. Fenced rear yard. 6423 Riverview Line 5 bedroom + den. Main floor master bedroom with ensuite. Lower level granny suite with kitchen. 3.5 baths. Many, many updates. Plan now to view! PHILLIPSBARB Real Brokerage.comEstate 519-359-8588 phillba@mnsi.netemail: email:phillba@mnsi.net RealEstateBrokerage barbphillipsrealestatebrokerage.com COUNTRYLIVINGDESCRIBESTHISQUIET ANDSERENEPROPERTYSURROUNDED BY FARMLAND,FEATURESAONEFLOOR RANCHERWITH3BEDROOMS,2BATHS, LARGEUPDATEDKITCHENDININGAREA, FAMILYROOMOVERLOOKINGLARGE DECKANDBACK YARD,MUDROOM, ATTACHEDGARAGEPLUSA40X64FT HEATEDSHOPWITHCOMPRESSORAND HOIST14FTDOORS,IDEAL FAMILYOR RETIREMENTHOME. 7544LewisLineW VACANTLAND Riverview Line W. Raleigh $239,900Township130’x429.70’Seedetailsonwebsite! Featured On The Thames 3 bedroom, well maintained home. Many updates. Large living room / dining room combo. Main floor laundry. Detached garage. Fenced in backyard. 144 Edgar,$319,900ChathamMOVEbuyers1stREADY!INtimeorretirees! Restaurant is Open for Business Turn key, small Approx.operation.800sq.ft.$500,000Located in the core of Chatham RestaurantForSale Great Country Location 9362 Old Pincrest Line • $399,900 Over 1/2 acre! 3 bedrooms, 22x14 large living room, many updates. Move in ready! Dead end street. See rooms view on my website. Elliot Wilton Sales Rep 519-358-8755 Penny Wilton Broker 519-360-0315 Ashley Wilton Sales Rep Peifer519-437-7564Realty Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated 59 Talbot St. W., Blenheim • 519-676-5444 homes By Pam Wright Local Journalism pamwrightlji@gmail.comInitiative For mayoral candidate William Pickard, it’s all about accountability. The Thamesville resident says there’s a distinct lack of it in whygovernmentChatham-Kentandthat’sheisrunningforthe mayor’s chair. “I saw that no one was running against Darrin Canniff,” Pickard told The Chatham Voice recently. “I looked at the situa tion and thattosomebody’sdecidedgotrunagainstman.“Iwantthat council out.” There are three candidates run ning for mayor, including Can niff, Pickard and AndyAccordingFisher.to the 72-yearold edChatham-Kent’sjack-of-all-trades,electleadersneedtostop “drastic changes” and embrace development for the entire municipality, not just Chatham. He cites the Murray Street homeless shelter and the Downtown Cha tham Centre redevelop ment as two projects he disagrees with, but ad mits “there’s no one straw that broke the camel’s back” on his decision to en ter the “There’srace. many straws,” he said. The semi-re tired Pickard, who runs a time,businessbookkeepingsmallpart-believeshe would be good for the job as he is “very analytical” and able to “look behind the scenes.” Pickard, who holds an Honours B.A. from the University of Windsor and a teaching degree from Althouse College, spent a brief period teach ing.He also spent part of his working life selling fur niture and at one point owned two area furniture stores. He was employed in the consumer finance business for many years, even working for a spell in the PickardGTA.also ran a chick en farm for a time, and worked in various local factories including Navis tar.If he becomes mayor, Pickard would like to see smaller government and less bureaucracy and a greater focus on private business and small busi ness – not big chain store investment.Homelessness and lack of affordable housing are other issues he would im mediately address, Pick ardPickardsaid. did not dis cuss COVID-19 but ad mits he’s unvaxxed and “proud of it.”
Pickard, 72, runs for mayor
99th Homecoming looms for Buxton
Wallaceburg’s Kelly Corr recently won $500,000 from the OLG. By Pam Wright Local Journalism pamwrightlji@gmail.comInitiative
Corr, a retired fabrica tion foreman, had his wife and daughter on hand to enjoy the mo ment.He plans to use his windfall toward a fun re tirement for him and his wife.“My wife will join me in retirement, and we’ll make decisions from there. But for now, I will treat myself to a vintage Harley Davidson motor cycle,” he said. The winning ticket was purchased at Ros co’s Mini Mart on North Street in Dresden.
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The 99th edition of Bux ton’s beloved Homecom ing celebration is set to take place on Labour Day weekend.Thefour-day event hon ouring the Buxton Settle ment’s rich Black history and its descendants is back in full swing now that pandemic restrictions areThoughlifted. technically, the 2021 celebration was in-person, it was only a one-dayOrganizersevent.aren’t sure how big this year’s turn out will be. But Buxton National His toric Site and Museum cu rator Shannon Prince said people are “very excited to come back. “We had a lot of people reach out to us, but we really don’t know what to expect,” Prince explained, considering next year marks Homecoming’s 100th anniversary. “I think that if people don’t come back this year, they’ll be coming next year,” Prince noted, as many descendants from the United States want to make sure all COVID-19 travel-related restrictions are lifted if they travel. Homecoming 2022 will kick off Sept. 2, at the North Buxton Community Church with a history con ference beginning at 9 a.m. on page 14
Mentoring is an important way to give youth experience with these essential back-and-forth relationships, developing them into healthy young people better able to deal with and overcome life’s adversities.
Seeking Volunteers Flexible, Convenient Mentoring Options 67 Kids waiting in Chatham-Kent for Someone Just Like You! Inquire Today! It takes as little as an hour a week to help a child gain the confidence to achieve more. Start today. Featured programs: Big Brothers Mentoring, Big Sisters Mentoring, In-School Mentoring, Groups: Go Girls! Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds!, Game On! Eat Smart, Play Smart! Supporting Our Children votederekrobertson@gmail.comDerekElectRobertsonCouncilWard6 Checkmark for change! dava4council.com
THE CHATHAM VOICEPAGE 12 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 Big Brothers Big Sisters of 137519-351-1582Chatham-KentQueenSt,ChathamONN7M chathamkent.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca2G7 Chatham137519-351-1582QueenSt.,chathamkent.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca MORTGAGES / LOANS CONSOLIDATE DEBTS LOWER YOUR PAYMENTS Difficult Situations Accepted WE ALSO paymentswithUNSECUREDARRANGELINESOFCREDIT/LOANSINTERESTONLYat5.95%(P+1.25%)Borrow $50,000 for $283.50/mth $100,000 for $567.00/mth $150,000 for $850.50/mth $200,000 for $1134.00/mth $250,000 for $1417.50/mth Call John at 519-252-6953 - 24 hours or emailUNIMORjohn@unimorcapital.comCAPITALCORPORATION Brokerage Lic.#10675 For qualified borrowers. First mortgage based on 4.74%/yr fixed rate, 5 yr term, 25 yr amortization. On approved credit, & subject to borrower qualification. Rates & terms subject to change without notice. Sample of payments if qualifyyou Borrow $5,000 for $24.79/mth $10,000 for $49.58/mth $25,000 for $123.96/mth 551 Queen St., Chatham • www.advancedrealty.ca519-352-9400 Thank you Big Chatham-KentBigBrothersandSistersof Empowering a brobertson@ciaccess.comGeneration Running for LKDSB trustee in Chatham, Ward 6 RobertsonBrandy Sponsored by the Campaign servingMCGREGORBROCKforWard6since votebrockmcgregor.com2014ThanksBigBrothersBigSisters,ittakesavillage! September is Big Brothers Big Sisters Month!
BBBS creates individual and group mentoring relationships amongst adults and youth. Mentorship is two-way, learning and development partnership where the young person needs are placed at the centre. Because young people’s brains are still developing, mentoring can support that process through back-and-forth interaction like the volley in a good game of ping-pong.
CELEBRATING THE POWER OF MENTORING
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MENTORING IGNITES THE POWER IN YOUNG PEOPLE
WE CHANGE LIVES
With the guidance and support of a mentor, these risks can be avoided, and these young people can gain the confidence to achieve more – higher incomes, happier lives, more contributions to their communities.
Potential lives within every young person. Yet millions of children and youth are still in urgent need of someone who will stand in their corner and ignite their full power and potential.
This September, Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies across Canada will be celebrating Big Brothers Big Sisters Month and all the ways that volunteer mentors support 41,000 youth in Canada. Big Brothers Big Sisters Month recognizes the critical importance of mentoring relationships, especially now, when our commitment to young people and the essential intervention service we provide is being challenged like never before.
Most children and families served by Big Brother Big Sister agencies in Canada are facing increased anxiety, stress, and are most likely to bear the heaviest burdens of trauma and economic hardship due to the pandemic. By having a mentor involved, mentored youth are 50% more likely to have a strong social network. Mentoring relationships protect against harmful effects and help young people heal. Big Brothers Big Sisters continues to provide life-changing mentoring services across our network and help build resilience among Together,children.wecan ignite the power and potential of thousands of more young people across Canada because we are #BiggerTogether. Join us to celebrate Big Brothers Big Sisters Month by sharing the message of what it means to be #BiggerTogether on social media. Volunteer or donate to support mentoring for young people.
We match young people facing adversity with trained adult mentors in 1-1 or group mentoring programs. Stand with us and we will be BIGGER together – because we know the simplest acts create the biggest impact. Go beyond clicking like buttons. Create connections. Open up opportunities. Together, we can empower a generation of limitless potential. Together we can ignite the potential in all youth.
THE COST OF DOING NOTHING Many young people find themselves in vulnerable situations and facing adversities such as mental health issues, family violence, identity issues or poor living conditions, which put these youth at risk of not reaching their full potential.
PAVING THE WAY TO SUCCESS
THE CONFIDENCE TO ACHIEVE MORE Our mentors advise and challenge these young people, act as their champions, provide greater consistency in their lives, connect them to broader experiences, opportunities and networks, and provide safe, nonjudgmental environments in which the child or youth can confide anything.
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THE CHATHAM VOICEPAGE 14 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 News Economy Series. 670 Irwin St., Chatham, ON N7M 5J5 Tel: 1.844.938.4826 QUALITY RELIABILITY STRENGTH All Titan Products meet and exceed ASME B56 1 and CSA B35 Standards Telephone: 1 519 351 9501 Tollfree: 1 844.93TITAN (844 938 4826) www.titanlifttrucks.com DEALERSWANTED PUT THE MORTGAGE HUNTER TO WORK FOR YOU! Call www.themortgagehunter.ca519-351-5303 ian@themortgagehunter.ca Ian Hunter juncturaconstruction.ca226-312-222215MapleLeafDriveChatham,ONN7M6H2property@junctura.cajuncturagroupConstruction Frozen homemade meals. We do all the shopping and prep for you . . . Just add Heat! Individual and family sized meals, soups and desserts. Come fill yourfreezertoday!!6519-351-7905LoweSt.,Chatham(JustoffSt.Clair) Jumbo IQF Pickerel 11 lbs. for $110/box Fish S peciaL Please visit us at 10417 Front jennford@aamarinefoods.com519-676-2030BlenheimLine, 735 Richmond St., Chatham www.chathamnissan.com519-352-9000 C HATHAM NISSAN We are open for SALES AND SERVICE Monday - Friday 7:30am - 6:00pm Saturday 9:00am-3:00pm Sunday Closed cathyreastman@gmail.com519-365-8199 facebook.com/ChathamKentK9FirstAid FIRSTK9AID Could You HELP Your DOG In An EMERGENCY? LEARN 10 Indian Creek Rd. East Chatham (Just E. of 519-351-3636Queen) New & Used Tires Top Notch ServiceThat’s Just How We Roll! Mon-Fri 8-6 Sat 8-4 Support the local businesses who help support our community! Advertise here for only $30/week! Call today! 519-397-202 519.809.9074 • chathamkentpools.ca POOL & HOT TUB SERVICES Continued from page 11 On the agenda is Donna Mayne: A Conversation with the Artist respon sible for Windsor’s new Mary Ann Shadd Cary Sculpture; Barbara Por ter: Honouring the Lega cy of the No.2 Construc tion Battalion; and Irene Moore Davis and Heidi LM Jacobs: Screening and Discussion of Short Docu mentary Across the River to Freedom: Early Black History in Sandwich, On tario.Registration for the con ference is $40 and can be made via e-mail. On Sept. 3, a Family Feud Baseball Tournament will take place from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost is $100 per team and pre-registration isArequired.Partyin the Park will follow from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. featuring DJ Struggz and a beer tent. Admis sion is $10. No smoking or backpacks are allowed. A special worship ser vice will be held Sept. 4 at the North Buxton Com munity Church. Led by Rev. Steven Talbot, it be gins at 11 a.m. A musical celebration of praise will be held at 3 p.m. The Mark Wolfe Jazz Ensemble will entertain in the park starting at 5 p.m. Admission is $6. No smoking or backpacks are allowed.Thefamed Homecom ing Parade is set for 12:30 p.m. Sept. 5 to be followed by events in the park in cluding food and craft vendors, a car show, bas ketball games, children’s inflatables and exhibits in the museum, school and log cabin. Admission is $5.For more information, call 519-352-4799 or buxton@ciaccess.com.e-mail Buxton’s busy weekend starts Friday
THE CHATHAM VOICETHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 PAGE 15 20 Merritt Ave., Chatham We offer a variety of programs for older adults. Stop in for a tour or see the activelifestylecentre.orgline-upprogramat SaturdayMondayOPEN-Friday9am-9pmasscheduled&SundayCommunityEventsandRentals RENEWMembershipFORTHE2022-2023YEAR123 AprilMembershipMembersNewWelcomeAnnual2023-2024$60.001st,2023DailyOctoberRenewalDate1st,2022UserFee$3.00Pro-rated2022-23Membership$30 After 3:30pmEvening User Fee $4.00 New-Non-Members Day or Evening User Fee $5.00 FREEFREETransportationAdmissionNoRegistration On-Site Presentations • Tablet Course • Driving Course • Estate Planning • Cardiac Care Program For more info please call 519-352-5633 or visit our website: activelifestylecentre.org Facebook Pages: Active Lifestyle Centre or ALC Friends LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO DO? WE HAVE A LOT FOR YOU, VOLUNTEER AT ALC! Pre-order by Wednesday @ 3:30pm. Pick-up Thursday between 11:30am - 2:30pm TAKE OUT THURSDAYS September 15September 8 September 22 September 28 ServedParmesanChickenonabedofpastaandsideofgarlicbread$12 Roast Beef Dinner Served with mashed potatoes, side of vegetable & gravy $12 Turkey Dinner Served with mashed potatoes, side of vegetable & gravy, stuffing and cranberry sauce$12 Spaghetti withHealthyMeatballs&portionservedsideofgarlicbread$12 OVER 50+ VENDORS, PROGRAMS & SERVICES FREE ENTRANCE & TOURSwhileServedDinnerPastaFREEfrom4-6pmquantitieslastOn-siteBakeSaleDoyouwant to stay active, social & healthy? Join us on September 16th, 2022 “OLDER ADULT FAIR & SHOWCASE” 2:00pm - 7:00pm NEW IN SEPTEMBER • Art Classes • BridgeBeginner • BowlingCarpet • Daily Café • ClassesDance • Drumming • Euchre • BilliardsEvening • FitnessEveningRoom • ClassesExercise • Foot Care • CardsGreeting • Hand and Foot • Karaoke • WoodworkingLadies • SocialsOutreach • Pepper • Rummolli • Scrapbookimg • Sewing Club • Tablet Classes • Tai Chi • Walking Club • Wine Tour • Wood Shop • Yoga • Zumba
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The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open from 11:00am–9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:30am–1:30pm. Come check out our daily spe cials. Everyone is welcome. Friday, September 2, 2022:
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• Chatham-Kent Animal Rescue 50/50 Draw will be held at the Tony Stranak Conservation Area at 2:30pm. For tickets, chathamkentanimalrescue@contact: gmail.com or 519-354-5000.
1533 if interested in joining us. Submit your coming events to bruce@chathamvoice.com michelle@chathamvoice.comor ~ 24 Hour Health Care Supervision ~ Delicious Home Cooked Meals ~ Scheduled Activities We also offer Post Hospital/Respite Stays 97 McFarlane Ave., Chatham | Contact us at 519-354-7111 for your personal tour.
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• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open from 11:00am–9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:30am–1:30pm. Come check out our daily spe cials. Everyone is welcome.
Friday, September 9, 2022: • The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open from 11:00am–9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:30am–1:30pm. Supper will be served from 4:00–6:00. No orders after 5:30pm. Tonight’s specials are meat loaf or fish & chips. Take out is also available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. Fun darts start at 7:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome.
The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open from 11:00am– 9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:30am–1:30pm. Today’s special is spaghetti with meat sauce. Come play Euchre at 1:00 or spend the evening playing Shuffleboard starting at 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome.
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Thursday, September 8, 2022: • Unifor Local 127 Retirees Meeting at 10:00am. 405 River view Dr., Chatham.
Chatham Christian School
• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open from 11:00am–9:30pm. There will be a meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 3:00pm–5:30pm. Enter tainment by Unity Station from 4:30-9:30. Come check out our menu. Everyone Welcome.
• Join us for Bingo 7:00pm, Br. 642 Legion, 39 William St N. For more call 519-351-8733.
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• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open from 11:00am–9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:30am–1:30pm. Supper will be served from 4:00–6:00. No orders after 5:30pm. Tonight’s specials are roast pork with stuffing or fish & chips. Take out is also available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519351-5639. Fun darts start at 7:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome.
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• Dresden Christian ConcertMercy with message from Rev. Andy Cornell. Drive-in concert features 50 minutues of live music and a 10 minute message from an are pastor. The concerts are free but an offering will be taken. Starts at 6:30pm at Total Grain Systems / Sydenham Elec tric (1233 North St. in Dresdenfor former Mid-County Ford).
Sunday, September 4, 2022:
• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious break fast served free of charge from 9:30am-11:30am. Take out only.
• Kent Branch OGS Group (Family History) September meeting at 7pm: TOPIC - Top 10 Tips For Being a Better Researcher. In this presentation Ken McKinlay we will be doing a top ten count down of what he considers the top ten tips and tricks for finding your ancestors. However, unlike the usual top ten lists he won’t be discussing the specifics of do ing searches but will instead be looking at the big picture when doing your genealogy and family history research.
Tuesday, September 6, 2022:
• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open from 11:00am–9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:30am–1:30pm. Our daily special is meat loaf din ner. Come check out our other daily specials. Fun Darts at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.
THE CHATHAM VOICETHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 PAGE 17 Business 0 5 25 75 95 100 Open For July CENTRAL TAVERN 24121 Winterline Rd., Pain Court 519-351-5662 Tues - Sat 11:30am-10pm • Event nights open till 1am! COME CHECK OUT OUR PATIO! THURSDAY BIKE NIGHTS September 1 Ray SeptemberRyanSeptemberWhaling8Bradley15MikeUher September 22 Cole TommySeptemberPereira29Gresty6-9pm CLOSED FOR LABOUR DAY WEEKEND HAVE A FUN & SAFE&Sept.WEEKEND!23Sept.24 Frog Legs $19.95 Sept. 9 & 10 Slow RibeyeRoasted served with grilled garlic shrimp $21.95 CENTRAL TAVERN 24121 Winterline Rd., Pain Court 519-351-5662 10oz New York and GarlicGrilledShrimpManhattanBeef July 8 & 9 July 22 & 23 Perch & BreadedSalmonTeriyakiShrimpRiceBowl July 2 July 15 & 16 COME CHECK OUT OUR PATIO! We will closedbe July 1 Happy Canada Day LegsFrog July 29 & 30 September 2 Mixed Grill Pasta with Shrimp, Chicken, Mushrooms, Peppers. Tossed in a cream sauce $18.95 Sept. 16 & 17 CacciatoreMeatball & Rainbow Trout MP 11th Anniversary Weekend StartsKITCHENPARTYat7PM October 15 PANZEROTTI CHALLENGE October 14 TWOTUESDAYFROM@7PM SpEcIAl BIKE NIGHT MENU • lIvE MUSIc 5-8pM • EnjoyEveryWalkingStepYouTake! chatham@bioped.com519-355-1142#7-455GrandAveE.Chatham Open: Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm • Friday 8am-4pm In Person Fittings ComfortableRunningWalking??Wantshoes that fit right? rondeaujoes@hotmail.com 11521 Wildwood Line, Rondeau • 519-674-0006 (Just outside the park gate) 2,500 sq.ft. BeautifulOverlookingPatioRondeauBay Patio Open 7 days a week - 11:30am - 9:00pm 20+ tables RONDEAU JOE’S PUB Drop by . . . Relax . . . Enjoy the food YOUR FIRST RESPONSE 519-809-0187SPIDERS?For Pest Control in Chatham-Kent LOCALLY OWNED • Box Elder Bugs • Spiders • Ants • Wasps and more EVOKC Evolution Pest Solutions formerly CK Gray Wolf Pest Control
If you have a kind soul and an old pair of shoes, BioPed is the destination forTheyou.foot-care clinic, lo cated on Grand Avenue East in the plaza at the base of Michener Road, is involved with Soles 4Souls Canada, a charity organization that distrib utes used footwear across the nation and around the globe.Justas importantly, Jen nifer Johnstone, who runs the BioPed Foot Care Clinics in Chatham and Leamington, will distribute good-quality footwear locally when possible.“Wewill go through the shoes when we get them. Anything that’s in really good shape, we will set aside,” she said. Johnstone has a contact with a local soup kitchen. They will take and redis tribute the shoes. “We have done it with the Salvation Army in the past. Anything that is in really good condition, we try to keep local,” she said.That is not to say Soles 4Souls distributes shoes in a sad state of disre pair elsewhere. Rather, Johnstone said the orga nization has the ability to repair shoes, or have affiliated organizations in destination countries make the repairs. “Any shoes; men’s, women’s, kids’, you name it. Even though you think they might be crappy, you may as well donate them as they (Soles4Sou ls) can always find people in need,” Johnstone said. The donations keep pouring in for Soles4Sou ls locally, but Johnstone would love to see more. As it stands, she said part of her garage is serv ing as the local ware house for the donations.
“Currently half of my garage is full of garbage bags full of shoes,” she said. “Unfortunately for my husband, his car can’t be in the garage.” She has more than 400 pairs of shoes on hand and is preparing for a pickup.When Johnstone has enough shoes, she’ll ei ther co-ordinate with So les4Souls to get the pick up, or she’ll take them to the charity’s warehouse just outside the Greater TorontoSometimes,Area.a donator’s schedule doesn’t mesh with the clinic’s hours, and that’s OK.
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Bruce Corcoran/The Chatham Voice BioPed Chatham’s Jennifer Johnstone shows off some of the donations of used shoes the foot-care clinic has received recently. BioPed is affiliated with Soles4Souls Canada, a charity group that helps distribute shoes to those in need in Canada and around the world.
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Kathleen Evelyn Swis Kathleen Evelyn Swis passed peacefully in the presence of family on August 21, 2022. Born in Paris, Ontario in 1937. Evelyn married her late husband Stanislaw Swis (2010) in 1961 and they spent many happy years raising a family in Southern Ontario. Evelyn is survived by her daughters Andrea (Keith) of Vancouver, Melany of Amherstburg, and her son Mark (Bridget) of Chatham, as well as her grandchildren Meghan, Connor, Aidan, Lindsey, Brent and his fiancé Kristen, Drew, Kyle and close family friends Norman and Diane Jacobs of Michigan and their children Ian and his wife Elizabeth, Nicole and her fiancé Heath, and Jillian. Evelyn graduated from Brantford General Hospital School of Nursing in 1961. Having a calling to the profession, Evelyn took great pride in helping those most in need and was compassionate and caring. She retired from nursing at the Southwest Regional Centre in 1997. Evelyn and Stan loved to dance and enjoyed spending evenings out where they made many friends. In their retirement they lived on Lake St Clair. Evelyn valued family and will be remembered in all the wonderful memories of the special occasions she spent with family and friends. Her energy, humor and compassion will be sorely missed by her family and friends who will reflect with gratitude on her presence as a mother, grandmother, sister and friend in their lives. Evelyn is survived by her sisters Joan (John) Shannon, Lynda (Tim) Tribble, Judy Gilbert and her brother Ralph Found and predeceased by sister Marilyn Found. Thank you to all the wonderful staff at Royal Oak Chartwell in Kingsville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Alzheimer’s and Cancer societies. In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place.
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Robinson: Eunice (neeSandberg)Irene A resident of Chatham, Eunice Robinson passed away at the Windsor Regional Hospital - Ouellette Campus on August 19, 2022 at the age of 85. Born in St. Boniface, Manitoba, Eunice was the daughter of the late Jonas and Betty (nee Carlson) Sandberg. Beloved wife of 65 years to James. Dear mother to Diane and Ed Bruette, and Shawn and Yvon Sterling. Proud grandmother to Megan Rumney (Mark), late Kristen, Erica Robertson (Matt), Stephanie Dilliott (Jamie); great grandmother to Kruz Lambier, Claire Robertson, Reid Dilliott and two great-grandchildren on the way. Eunice was a retired employee of St. Clair College-Thames Campus where she worked in office administration. After her retirement she volunteered for many years with the St.Clair College-Thames Campus Retirees. At the request of the family all attendees of the visitation and service MUST wear a mask. Family and friends will be received at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street Chatham, on Monday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. A Funeral Service to celebrate Eunice’s life was held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. A private family interment took place at Maple Leaf Cemetery, Chatham. Donations made in memory of Eunice to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com. McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham. 519-351-2040
The Hinnegan-Peseski Funeral Home, 156 William St. S. Chatham (519-352-5120) is in charge of arrangements.
Wilhelmina (Willy) De Jonge (nee Brinkman) of Chatham, Ontario passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, August 22, 2022. Willy was born in Hasselt, the Netherlands on August 24, 1941, the 3rd of 5 children. She immigrated to Canada with her family 1952, where she made Chatham her home. She was married to Peter De Jonge for 61 years and together they raised 3 children: Kim, Ken, and Tammy. Willy was blessed with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. For many years Willy worked at St. Joseph’s hospital in the nursery. After raising her own family, she went back to work part time at St. Joseph’s as a ward clerk, which she enjoyed very much. Her love for music was clear as she enjoyed being apart of the Messiah community choir for many years, and she loved listening to choral music at home. If you visited Willy, she always had a book or two on the go, and her love of reading developed into a volunteer opportunity helping the students in the Eben-Ezer school library. She also volunteered for Meals on Wheels delivering meals with her niece and enjoyed meeting many people in the community. Together, Willy and Pete ran a successful home building business, Alpha Construction, for many years. Willy loved making a house a home and was gifted with the ability to change, update and improve all of the many different homes she lived in. After dealing with health issues and then heart surgery she took comfort staying at home, enjoying her cross-stitch projects and reading her Dutch books. Her love for the Lord was her guide throughout her life and her life-long involvement in the Canadian Reformed Church was a joyful experience for her. She adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and loved spending time with family. God blessed her richly. Visitation was held Thursday, August 25 from 7-9 pm at Eben-Ezer Canadian Reformed Church, 483 McNaughton Ave East, Chatham. The Funeral took place on Friday, Aug 26, 2022 at 11 am at the Eben-Ezer Canadian Reformed Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Life Transitions Burial and Cremation Service Inc.
In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother who left us 7 years ago, Marian Spears, Feb.15, 1942 - Aug. 31, 2015 Remembered by husband John, daughters Michaelanne and Shandra and granddaughter Ashley We think about you always We talk about you still You have never been forgotten And you never will. We hold you close within our hearts And there you will remain To walk with us through our lives Until we meet again.
Ruthe Beemer June 15, 1952 - August 30, 2018 Still always missed, always loved forever,Dan Business Continuee from page 17 “I have come to work in the morning to bags of shoes in front of the door,” she said. “And you don’t have to be a client to donate.”BioPed Chatham’s hours are Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday 8 a.m. to 4 Johnstonep.m.would love to see a club or a school get involved in the Souls 4Soles program as well. A school or a class would be a good fit too, she said. “If anyone wanted to have a shoe drive, we’d be more than happy to co-ordinate with them. For more information, call 519-355-1142.
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Married to our grand daughter Jade, Nathaniel has learned that life is a learning experience. First he graduated as a lawyers assistant. He quickly realized his job was to lie for the lawyer to win a case so he want back to the job that paid his way through University at No Frills in Brighton, where they had bought a home. He had worked in the meat department and became manager. During Covid he searched for a new career where he wouldn’t have to lie. He found it as an accountant. They struggled, working all day, school at night, raising two children, Hudson and Abby. They were tired. Now in 2022 they are happy and content as he enjoys his accounting job. Jim & Doreen Stonehouse.
THE CHATHAM VOICETHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 PAGE 19 Classifieds Mary Lynn Memedovich 71, Tuesday, August 23, 2022 Kendrick Funeral Home Ronald Carr 66, Saturday, August 20, 2022 Hinnegan-Peseski Funeral Home Kathleen Evelyn Swis Sunday, August 21, 2022 Hinnegan-Peseski Funeral Home Robbie Lynn Fowler 41, Monday, August 15, 2022 Hinnegan-Peseski Funeral Home Shane Cotter Saturday, August 20, 2022 Life Transitions Terry Graham 77, Sunday, August 21, 2022 Life Transitions Dylan Rickman-Yorke 32, Thursday, August 18, 2022 Life Transitions Wilhelmina “Willy” De Jonge 80, Monday, August 22, 2022 Life Transitions Erika Neuheimer 87, Monday, August 22, 2022 Life Transitions Joseph Henry Michael Daykin 70, Saturday, August 20, 2022 Life Transitions Marjorie Robinson Wednesday, August 24, 2022 Life Transitions Monica McCall Saturday, August 20, 2022 Life Transitions Evelyn Edmonds 90, Friday, August 19, 2022 McKinlay Funeral Home Norma Vickery 87, Thursday, August 25, 2022 McKinlay Funeral Home Eunice Robinson 85, Friday, August 19, 2022 McKinlay Funeral Home John Larsen 85, Saturday, August 20, 2022 McKinlay Funeral Home Trueman “TR” Hunter 76, Saturday, August 20, 2022 McKinlay Funeral Home Bill Blackburn 92, Saturday, August 20, 2022 McKinlay Funeral Home John Meko 97, Saturday, August 20, 2022 Alexander & Houle Funeral Home Patricia Zimmer 62, Saturday, August 20, 2022 Alexander & Houle Funeral Home Betty Robinson 87, Sunday, August 21, 2022 Alexander & Houle Funeral Home Gail Henry 83, Wednesday, August 24, 2022 Nicholls Funeral Home Joan VanNeck 83, Monday, August 15, 2022 Blenheim Community Funeral Home Tom Pepper 57, Wednesday, August 24, 2022 Blenheim Community Funeral Home 459 St.Clair St., Chatham • 519-351-2040 76 Main St. E., Ridgetown • 519-674-3141 141 Park St., Blenheim • 519-676-3451 www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com 156 William St., Chatham | www.peseski.com | 519.352.5120 Generations of PlaceContinueFamiliesToTheirTrustWithUs andFuneralsCremations 245 Wellington St. W., 519-352-2710Chatham alexanderfuneralhome.ca ericnichollsfuneralhome.com519.627.2861APartofWallaceburgsince1943. 60 Stanley Street, Blenheim (519) 676 –blenheimcommunityfuneralhome.com9200 OBITUARIES lifetransitions.ca • 519-351-4444 4 Victoria (519)ChathamAve,352-2390ServingKingsville,Wheatley&Chatham kendrickfuneralhome.com HelpMinistryWanted
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Healing Love for those struggling with sexual addiction. A home based ministry, private and confidential. 519-354-3532. Labour Day Weekend Moving Sale - Sept. 2-5, 8am-?. 18 Crawford St., Tilbury. Corner of Elm. Miscellaneous house, yard & garage Royal Doulton, collectibles, furniture, & other We moved from a large home to this double lot location, from a farm to a farm house in town. Some boxes packed over 30 years ago and never opened. Moving to Wheatley Manor Residence where there is room for only 2 people and a dog. Need a cat? We have 5. All neutered & live in and out of home. 4 are in pairs and 1 is alone. She is a sweet heart. Come for a look, even if you don’t buy. Friendly, well kept area, mainly seniors. We’re moving as our health worsens.
Ministry is an all night prayer line with councilors available from 12:00am-7:00am. Also, a male support group
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