Katherine Anne “Kathy” Grant (nee Marjerrison)

October 23, 1976 - May 8, 2023

After 7 years of fighting courageous battles with multiple organ transplants, Kathy is finally at rest.

By Ron Giofu

Returning athletes and some new faces hit the ball diamond last weekend as the Miracle League of Amherstburg has returned.

The opening day of the Miracle League’s spring season took place at their diamond at the Libro Centre and board president Shawn Dufour indicated they got off to a good start. There are over 150 players and nine teams for the spring season.

“It’s going well,” said Dufour. “We have a lot of new faces.”

There are three players still on a waiting list, Dufour added, and they will be added to teams for the fall season.

The Miracle League of Amherstburg has also gained new sponsors and donors, Dufour indicated.

“That’s always great to have,” he said.

Highlights of the Miracle League continue to be watching the players have fun and watching them and their families enjoy themselves during the games. Four games will be played every Saturday, weather permitting, through June 17. The fall season will be presented starting in September.

“Everyone appreciates what they are doing out there,” said Dufour.

Players with physical and intellectual disabilities take part in the Miracle League and come from around Windsor-Essex County to do so. This is the second season for the new board and Dufour indicated everything is going smoothly. Dufour thanked the members of council that participated in the opening day first pitch.

The Miracle League of Amherstburg could always

Outfield sign sponsors include Duby’s Home Centre, Cutting Edge Insulation, Romano’s, the Queensman Motorcycle Club, Tracey Business Advisors, Tim Matlock from Desjardins Insurance, Parrothead Poppers and Amherstburg Home Health Care. Hunter’s hat sponsors are Ure’s Country Kitchen, Wolfhead Distillery, Joe Meloche Ford, Rob & Tina’s No Frills, the Waterfront Ice Cream Parlour, Fort Malden Animal Hospital and the House of Mario barber shop.

Barbara Charlene Bornais

May 31, 1950 – May 3, 2023

Passed away on May 3, 2023 at the age of 72. Survived by sister Mary Jane (David). Predeceased by parents Aurel and Anne, sister Annette (late Ted), brother Ronald (late Judy) Wilma, and sisters Joyce (Ken), and Ruth Anne (late Les). She will be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews and her many friends.

She was always available to talk with a positive word and made some beautiful crochet items for friends and family. Cremation has taken place and Interment will be Wednesday May 17th at 1:00 at St. John the Baptist Cemetery in Amherstburg.

Ron Mickle

Ron passed away peacefully March 4, 2023 at Richmond Terrace with his family by his side. Predeceased by his loving wife Susie (2020), his brother Wayne (2018) and his sister-inlaw Joan (2004).

Survived by Karen Lesperance (Dan), Jeff Mickle, Steve Mickle (Sharon) and also six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Ron was a proud member of the International Union of Operating Engineers (Local 793) for over 40 years as well as being a dedicated John Deere farmer all of his life. Nothing runs like a deer!

There will be an interment service for both Ron and Susie at the Erie Cemetery, located next to the Colchester Bar and Grill on County Road 50 on Saturday, May 20 at 11 a.m., to be followed by a Celebration of Life luncheon at the AMA Sportsmen’s Club (468 Lowes Side Road) in Amherstburg starting at 12:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend. Please RSVP Karen Lesperance at 519-890-6949 if you will be attending the luncheon.

Beloved wife and best friend of 23 years to Scott. Loving mom to Tristen and her furbabies Indy, Dexter, Miss Kitty and Tinkerbell. Loving daughter to Howard (Dorothy) Marjerrison, the late Wanda Marjerrison (Richard Hannan) and daughter-in-law to Mary (late Daniel) Grant. Dear sister to Cheryl Donlon (Shawn), stepsister to Polly Dodds, Rebecca Dodds, Kory Hannan (Sabrina), and sister-in-law of Jennifer Grant (Stan Zdziarski) and Amanda Grant (Andrew Plews). Loving aunt to Adrianne White (Joshua), Brady White (Alexis), Zoe and Aleena Zdziarski, Jacob (Felicia) Allen, and Makennah Murphy.

Kathy will also be missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and friends.

Kathy was retired from Canada Post where she was an RSMC for 8 years in Amherstburg.

Special thanks to the University of London LHSC Transplant Teams, Doctors, Nurses and staff for their love, support and friendship along her journey. To honour Kathy’s memory, please make sure you sign your organ donor card. In kindness, memorial donations made in Kathy’s name to the London Health Sciences Foundation (Transplant Program) would be greatly appreciated.

Cremation has taken place, and memorial visitation will be held at the James H Sutton Funeral Home, 401 Sandwich St. S., Amherstburg on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 1 p.m. until the time of her Celebration of Life at 5 p.m. Please leave your condolences, share memories, or make a memorial donation online at www.jhsuttonfuneral.ca

Phillip “Eugene” Hasson

Passed away peacefully at the age of 83, after a long illness. Beloved and cherished husband of 58 years to his best friend and wife Mary Ann. Loving dad of Bradley (Kelly), and Michael. Dearly missed by grandchildren, Jordan, Jesse and Justin.

Predeceased by parents Asa and Jean Hasson, and brothers George and Ralph. Predeceased by brother-in-law Goldie Medd (Ella).

Survived by step brother Paul (Suzy) (Gonerman), brothers-in-law Alfred Medd (the late Marilyn), Cecil Medd, (Donna), Bill Medd (Dianne) and sister-in-law Eileen Ewing (the late Ron). Eugene will be missed by many nieces and nephews.

Gene was a member of the Legion, Branch 157 for many years, along with being a former member of the Unifor Local 444 and a member of the Kinsmen Club of Amherstburg.

A special thank you to his nurses Krystal, Carrie and Alex, who took wonderful care of him at home; as well as Claire from Respite who gave great comfort. Thank you also to the staff at James H. Sutton Funeral Home for their compassion during this difficult time.

At Eugene’s request, cremation has taken place. A Memorial visitation will be hosted by the family, May 27, 2023. Family and friends will be received from 3pm until the Celebration of Life begins at 4pm. Guests are invited to remain after the service for a time of fellowship and refreshment. If you wish to attend, please RSVP by calling the funeral home and we will ensure you get the location information. Arrangements entrusted to James H. Sutton Funeral Home, 401 Sandwich St. S., Amherstburg, 519736-2134.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Share a memory or sign the Book of Condolence at www.jhsuttonfuneral.ca