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“As we gather tonight let us embrace the warmth of lights and the comfort they bring,” added Kennedy. “Let us cherish the memories of our loved ones and let their legacy continue to inspire our daily lives.” Guests were treated to hot chocolate and cookies following the lighting. The Lights of Life service also serves as a fundraiser for the spiritual care committee which offers 24 hour, 7-days-a-week service by a number of clergy in the area for all denominations. Donations in memory of a loved one can still be made online at eshc.ca.
Rev. Sylvia Swiatoschik speaks to the crowd, while Rev. Elise Chambers looks on. Both are members of the Erie Shores HealthCare Spiritual Care Committee. SUN photo by Deanna Bertrand
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By Mark Ribble Kingsville council will table a recommendation to impose restrictions on a popular Kingsville Christmas light show and instead will reach out to neighbours to get a true sense of any concerns among those closest to the production. At the regular meeting on Monday, December 11, council convened to a packed house of supporters for the Williams family, who were also present to discuss the possibility of restrictions to their now-famous Christmas light show. The Williams Light Show on Marshwoods Boulevard has been a popular attraction during the holidays for several years, with the lights, music and Christmas decor attracting visitors from all over southwestern Ontario — all while raising money for cancer research through donations.
Recently, council received a few complaints about traffic, idling vehicles and noise originating from the light show. A recommendation on the agenda would have directed administration to prepare a report to license and provide oversight of large holiday light displays and shows, for the purpose of controlling and managing nuisances to neighbours, for the holiday season of November and December, 2024. A lengthy discussion ensued and Doug Williams — owner of the property — was among the delegates to speak to council. Williams spoke about the passion his son Colton has for the Christmas lighting and just what it means to his family. Hundreds of hours are put into setting up the show and operating it safely and efficiently. “The light show serves
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A 2022 Sun photo of the Willams Light Show in Kingsville.
as a beacon of hope in our community,” he said. The Williams Light Show not only brings smiles to the faces of those who visit, it has also raised over $40,000 in the past four years for the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation and the Canadian Cancer Society. It has also brought business into local restaurants, who benefit from
out-of-towners who make the trek to see the lights. Doug Williams spoke about how the family was asked to collaborate with the town in a “Light Up the Town” program in recent years and how he’s suddenly seen a shift in council toward their light show. “It’s disheartening and really, unacceptable,” he
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Dance-o-logy XVIII draws capacity crowds to Cardinal Carter Auditorium By Paul Forman Always a popular draw, the 18th edition of Danceo-logy dazzled sold-out audiences on December 6 through 8 at Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School. One hundred thirty-four dancers from Cardinal Carter Middle and Secondary Schools, St. John de Brebeuf Catholic Elementary School, St. Louis Catholic Ele-
mentary School and the Windsor Express Dance Team strutted their way through a 27-dance setlist that had audience members feeling elated, pensive and hopeful. The brainchild of Cardinal Carter dance teacher Maggy Sonoski, this year’s show opened with a celebration of colours that represent our cultural mosaic and with a focus on creating global
unity. “These students are eager and very dedicated,” said Sonoski. “It’s not just about the technique, but rather the lessons that they have learned through dance that will be on display at this show.” Dance-o-logy planning began back in June as themes were chosen and music was cut. The students then committed to a three-month long process
The dance finale, featuring the entire cast, was all about having confidence in ourselves as they moved to “I Believe”.
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in September to prepare themselves for this December celebration. “The students are active participants as not only dancers, but also as choreographers that delve into all different types of subject matter,” Sonoski said. “I want them to understand that dance is a platform for their ability to understand what it means to be part of a collective process that is
a part of a positive energy space.” Dance-o-logy certainly delivered on its promise to take the audience on an emotional roller coaster as it hit upon a wide variety of topics including resiliency, rebellion, forgiveness and environmentalism, to name just a few. “I tell my students that it is all about connecting life lessons and the human
condition, that is what the audience can relate to,” said Sonoski. “I feel blessed and honoured to be part of this community tradition. I want to thank the community and their belief in the show, the dancers for their stellar commitment and great attitudes, and to our administrator Jason Georges for his unwavering support for this show.”
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The Cardinal Carter Dance Team brought their energy to the house as they danced to “Football Mix”. SUN photos by Paul Forman
The Meadows of Wheatley Retirement Residence held their annual Christmas dinner for staff, residents and family, after a four-year hiatus due to the COVID pandemic. Staff cooked a full Christmas dinner for the occasion and also held a raffle among those present to raise money for a big screen TV for the residents to enjoy. From left are Jen Gagnon, Brittany Joyce, Kathleen Dundas, Margaretha Dyck, Loraine Heath (on Santa’s lap), Santa (Kevin Heath), Madeline Shanks, Candace Lamb, Anna Densmore, Jamie Morrison and Jeff Quick. Photo submitted
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The ever-popular ‘Barbie’ was brought to life by members of the Senior Dance Academy at Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School.
As Wheatley moves toward revitalization, contractors are on site in the downtown area to move the process forward. On Tuesday, December 12, a demolition contractor began demolition of 12, 14 and 20 Erie St. N. in Wheatley. It is expected that the demolition will be completed in a matter of weeks. Traffic disruptions are not anticipated during
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A contractor checks his progress on Tuesday morning, December 12 as the back of the building at 20 Erie St. North is worked on. Greg Coulter photo
Waste Management Program Changes 2024 Starting on January 1, 2024 Residential Recycling: Circular Materials will administer curbside recycling instead of the Municipality. This transition won't impact the materials collected or the recycling schedule. Industrial, Commercial and Institutional (ICI) Recycling: Curbside recycling service will not be provided to businesses, municipal buildings, daycares, places of worship and nonprofit organizations. Private arrangements are needed for continued recycling. Bulk item collection will not impact your weekly garbage limit. This service will be provided quarterly (four times a year). Book a pickup by completing a bulk collection request in the Recycle Coach App or by calling 519-360-1998 for assistance. Bulk items include mattresses, furniture, rugs and non-collapsible boxes. There is a three item limit per dwelling unit quarterly collection.
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Think Turkey has cal Society for St. Vincent Darren Ference, Chair, announced their 2023 De Paul’s Christmas bas- Turkey Farmers of Canfirst-ever Wishbone ket programs and fun- ada. “We were incredibly Awards and among the nelled its energy toward moved by the Wishbone award recipients are SSVP’s efforts. Award recipients’ stories As a Wishbone Award and are honoured to conMike and Deanna Diab. The Diabs — who recipient, the Diabs will tribute to their holiday launched the local receive a $2,500 grant to initiatives at a time when Talking Over Turkey ini- help fund their commu- Canadians need it most.” tiative in 2016 — have nity efforts and hopefulAs for the Diabs, they been recognized for their ly inspire holiday spirit continue to put their talunwavering dedication across the county. ents and fundraising efto ensuring all CanadiThey were among forts forward for the comans can enjoy a warm eight people honoured munity locally and were meal through their an- for their efforts by Think grateful and surprised by nual Talking Over Tur- Turkey. their award, for which key initiative, through “From hand-delivering they were nominated by which they’ve donated hundreds of turkeys to Liz Sanderson-Bierer. hundreds of food boxes dedicating their holidays Mike Diab summed it to those in need in the to hosting a communi- up best with one simple Windsor-Essex commu- ty dinner, these eight sentence. nity each holiday season. selfless heroes go above “Thank you to all of The Talking Over Tur- and beyond each year to you who believed a betkey event, held every spread holiday cheer in ter community is only a December, grew from their communities,” said turkey away,” he said. an idea Mike had for families to be able to talk to each other over holiday meals. It grew to include giving away as many as 650 turkeys with all the fixings to those who were willing to line up to receive them. This year, Talking Over Turkey has turned its Mike and Deanna Diab with their Wishbone Award. attention to the lo-
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It’s beginning to look a lot like I’m running out of time
It’s the holiday season and we’ve yet to see the snow come to cover the ground. Not that I’m complaining, but pretty much every girl and boy are dreaming of a white Christmas. The stocking of little Nell will be filled with scrunchies and Poppits and presson nails — so unlike Christmases of old when we’d get a hammer and lots of tacks, also a ball and a whip that cracks. Seriously though, I remember getting an orange, some nuts and some candy. Total spend by jolly old Saint Nicholas: about 12 cents. I’d say he didn’t lean his ear my way at all during my childhood. Total spend on kids’ stocking today: about $35. Christmases just aren’t like the ones we used to know. The treetops don’t glisten, the children don’t listen, and I haven’t heard a sleigh bell in years. Well, I guess last Christmas the treetops actually glistened when the storm of the century hit the Sun Parlour. I don’t know what we’d have done without Rudolph to pull us through.
What? Could it be you’ve never heard the story of Rudolph the red nosed reindeer? Well, pull up an ice-block and lend an ear. You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen… Okay that’s enough of that. I could quote the entire movie but I won’t. Rudolph has always been my Christmas favourite — from the time I was about three or four years old. I spent those early years being scared to death every time the abominable snow monster came into view and I know every verse of every song. Why am I such a misfit? Last weekend my youngest grandson asked me to put a movie on so I chose Rudolph — of course. Afterall, ‘tis the season. After about two minutes he said , “this is stupid”. Crushed me like a bowl full of jelly. Apparently, the 1964 state-of-the-art stop-motion animation was not up to his standards.
Which way is it going? THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE Bill Sherk After World War Two ended in 1945, GM, Ford and Chrysler built versions of their prewar cars with a roofline that curved down to the rear bumper. The Studebaker Corporation of South Bend, Indiana, got a head start on everyone else with their new 1947 Studebakers hailed as “first by far with a postwar car.” Because the rear of the car resembled
the front, they quickly earned a nickname: “Which way is it going?” The new Studebakers were a styling sensation and led to the opening of a Studebaker plant in Hamilton in 1948. The car shown here is a 1948 model, virtually identical to the ’47. Gerald Scratch was the Studebaker dealer in Leamington when these new cars came out. Inside his showroom he proudly displayed a 1913 Studebaker built in Windsor. He gave me a ride in it through the centre of town when I was only 16. Everyone waved and we waved back! That car is now on display at the Canadian Transportation Museum near Kingsville, with Ontario and Michigan license plates required if you crossed the border back then. Well worth a visit.
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They spend their lives watching amateurish animation about pizza and tacos on YouTube but throw a classic Rankin/ Bass production in front of them, and they guffaw. Anyway back to the song lyrics that I was toying with when this column started. Busy sidewalks, city sidewalks, in the air there’s a feeling of Christmas. Or is there? People passing — well that’s for sure. A lot of impatient people that don’t have a clue how to drive. From Atlantic to Pacific, gee the traffic is terrific. The hustle and bustle of the most wonderful time of the year sometimes gets in the way of being of good cheer. Our shopping has barely begun and last year, we were all wrapped up by Halloween. The hustle and the bustle just don’t seem to be there this year for us. Nobody brought us figgy pudding. Nobody presented any swans, drummers or partridges and I haven’t seen a hippopotamus in ages. Perhaps the glisten of Christmases past, is passed. The commercialism of the holiday can get you down but when you can imagine the little ones all tucked in their beds with visions of sugar plums… Wait, what is a sugar plum anyway? Most plums I eat are a mixture of sweet
RIB’S RAMBLINGS Mark Ribble and tart. None of them taste like sugar. But I digress. My youngest granddaughter was patiently waiting for a tooth to come out over the weekend. Seems so long since she could say sister Susie sitting on a thistle. Who sits on a thistle? I guess we all know what she wants for Christmas, although I could see her face now if I wrapped up a couple of teeth in a nice jewellery box for her. We hope you enjoyed reading our little paper this year. We have two more weeks to go in 2023. Hard to believe isn’t it? The year has flown like the down of a thistle. There’s that thistle again. Anyway, it’s too early to wish you a Merry Christmas, and I don’t think we’ll be walking in a winter wonderland anytime soon, although Parson Brown (from Wheatley Legion) told me that we will get some white stuff eventually. For now, I’ll just say, “To all a good night.”
Merry Christmas Brenda Lee
Can you believe we’re only 12 days away from Christmas? Considering that a very dear friend of ours, J. Robert Wood, sent us a with wonderful article from The New Chuck Reynolds York Times a week ago all about the “Queen of Christmas”, I felt compelled to share some of it with In 1961, Lee did something that you. Some 65 years ago, at the tender was unheard of for a 17-year-old. She age of 13, Brenda Lee began belting booked a three-week date headlinout the hits. ing at Las Vegas’s Sahara Hotel. She And although her most popular hit was replacing her idol, Judy Garland. was released in 1958, it wasn’t until When Brenda met her, she asked if she the middle of December of 1960 that had any advice for her and Judy said, this hit was released for all of North “Don’t let anyone take your childAmerica to hear. After going #1 earli- hood.” er that year with “I’m Sorry”, Brenda, Fortunately, Brenda had the support who stood less than 4 feet, 10 inches of many of those around her like her high and had blazing red hair, finally long-time manager Dub Allbritten blew the doors open with “Rockin’ who allowed her to continue going to Around the Christmas Tree”. No won- high school in Nashville when possider I had a crush on her when I was ble. Also, there was Ronnie Shackett only eight years old that Christmas. who she passed a note to at a Jackie Written by Johnny Marks, who also Wilson Concert about asking him for a wrote other Christmas hits like “Hol- date when she returned from Europe ly Jolly Christmas” and “Rudolph in three months. the Red-Nosed Reindeer”, he penned Looking farther over 65 years down “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” the road, Brenda and Ronnie have especially for Brenda Lee. What a been married for over 61 years now talented young lady she was. In the and she’s retired for good. 1960s, she had 47 charted hits. Only But here’s the best news of all! BrenElvis Presley, the Beatles and Ray da Lee just received her third #1 hit as Charles had more during that time. her “Rockin’ Around the Christmas What a lot of people didn’t know Tree” topped the Billboard Hot 100 is that Brenda became her family’s last week for the first time ever. That breadwinner once she started making also makes it the oldest song to ever money. When she was eight years old, top the Billboard Hot 100. And at 78 her father died when a hammer acci- years of age, Lee is also the oldest perdentally dropped on his head while son to ever top the Billboard Charts. working in construction. Merry Christmas Brenda.
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Kingsville light show — continued from Page 1 “The neighbours are celebrating just as much as the Williams family,” he said. “I would like very much that we can sit down and find a common ground so that everybody’s happy.” Councillor Sheri Lowrie asked Mr. Williams about a conversation she had with him last year regarding their plans for growth and Colton’s dream of creating a winter wonderland where marshmallows, fires and s’mores were part of the scenario. “I have no intention of shutting this down, but what can we do to work together,” she asked. “Are you willing to work together?”
Doug Williams said he remembered the conversation and was under the impression he’d be contacted again, but did not hear from anyone. The theme of working together to find a solution that everyone would be happy with was common among all as council worked through the discussion. “I think we need to have a conversation,” said Councillor Thomas Neufeld. “I want to see some sort of common ground.” Councillor Larry Patterson said he hoped that residents don’t think that council is against the light
show, but he has to respond to complaints, just like any other issue. “I was elected to represent the residents,” he said. “Whether it’s one complaint or four thousand.” Deputy Mayor Kimberly DeYong talked about the Light Up the Town event and said she was disappointed it wasn’t brought back. She also talked about how the Williams show has brought visitors to Kingsville. “It’s an opportunity for Kingsville to be known for Christmas lights instead of greenhouse lights,” she said. Councillor Lowrie then
offered up a motion asking administration to survey all residents in the Conservation Subdivision to get a true sense of how the neighbours really feel. She suggested a letter be sent to neighbours within the area to get a better idea of how many complaints there actually are and what those complaints consist of. During discussion on the motion, Mayor Dennis Rogers talked about how the light show brings joy to the community. “Kingsville doesn’t hate Christmas,” he said. “Never once has it come across my desk or have I been
part of a conversation to shut the light show down.” He spoke to Mr. Williams about sitting down and talking about it to find a solution. “We had a conversation,” he said. “I hope that there is a continued conversation. Nobody wants to have the conversation we’re having now.” With that, the motion was read and seconded by Councillor Neufeld. Deputy Mayor DeYong said she felt it was a waste of administration’s time to do the survey and would rather residents email or call council directly.
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“I would rather pursue discussion about this event and how to make it bigger and better,” she said. “Council can be contacted at any time through email and it can be anonymous.” Mayor Rogers had the last word. “The plan is always to work with you to move this forward,” he said to the Williams family. With that, the vote was called and the motion to survey the neighbourhood for any concerns or issues was passed 5-2, with Deputy Mayor DeYong and Councillor Patterson opposing the motion.
Kingsville approves budget, tax increase
Kingsville Council has approved the town’s budget for 2024 after deliberations wrapped up on Wednesday, December 6. Knowing they were facing a tough budget going in, council went through every item and settled on an average increase of $158.17 per year on the average Kingsville home assessed at $250,000. Home assessments are done by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC). Among the items that contributed to the increase were roads, police, fire, parks
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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
New Kingsville development opens with ribbon cutting
By Paul Forman A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on December 11 to commemorate the opening of the Queens Building at 224 Main Street East in Kingsville — one of two new buildings that are part of Valente’s development at Kingstown Commons. Peter Valente, President of Valente Development, eagerly shared, “This building is built now and ready for occupancy. We’ve still got some luxury condominiums available and the project has been very well received by the local community.” Kingsville Mayor Dennis Rogers attended the ribbon cutting and was excited about the new development. “We’ve been talking about six-storey builds in town for a while,” he said. “It’s good now that the building is open and availability will hit our local market. The building we are cutting a ribbon for today will be rentals and we have heard that is something we need here in town. Today is a good day, we are increasing our housing supply and I look forward to the success of this building.”
Pictured at the Queens Building ribbon-cutting ceremony, from left to right, are President of Valente Development Peter Valente, Valente real estate agent Shelby Harris, Kingsville Mayor Dennis Rogers, Valente real estate agent Jason Brown and Kingsville’s Chief Administrative Officer John Norton. SUN photo by Paul Forman
In Loving Memory of
Pieter
Slingerland Nov. 19, 1914 - Dec. 10, 1978 In memory of a dear father, grandfather & great-grandfather who passed away 45 years ago.
Gone yet not forgotten, Although we are apart, Your spirit lives within us, Forever in our hearts. With love from your son Henry, daughter-in-law Marlene, grandson Stephen, granddaughter-in-law Laurie and great-grandchildren Christopher & Danielle Slingerland
In Loving Memory of
DaviD a. Young October 24, 1908 - December 24, 2005
Love Your Family
In Loving Memory of
Edith
Johnston dutot Born 05/12/1928 Deceased 15/12/2021
Forever In Our Hearts
LAERC HOLDS HOLIDAY PARTY
On Sunday, December 3, the Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee (LAERC) and many of their sponsored families got together at Leamington United Church to celebrate the festive season. There were games, a variety of crafts for the kids, a carol sing-along and a delicious potluck buffet, with a selection of foods from many cultures and traditional Christmas foods. Everyone was encouraged to select freely from tables of hats, mitts, scarves, some coats, sweaters, pants, some jewellery, books and toys. Young and old enjoyed the fun and fellowship and being together again after two years of COVID cancellations. In the photo, Bawk Nu and her kids enjoy singing Christmas carols. Photo submitted
In Loving Memory of
Earl DunmorE August 7, 1935 - December 13, 2019
Should you go first and I remain To walk the road alone, I’ll live in memory’s garden, dear, With happy days we’ve known. In Spring I’ll wait for roses red, When fades the lilac blue. In early Fall, when brown leaves call I’ll catch a glimpse of you. Should you go first and I remain, One thing I’d have you do: Walk slowly down that long, long path, For soon I’ll follow you. I’ll want to know each step you take That I may walk the same, For someday down that long, long road You’ll hear me call your name. Always in our hearts. Norma, Bradley, Cheryl, Michael & Families & Friends
In Loving Memory of
Murray Musgrove March 25, 1934 – December 18, 2022
Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. Your wife Mary and daughter Kelly
In Loving Memory of
Joseph Raffoul December 10, 1941 – December 16, 2018
The day is remembered and quietly kept, No words are needed, we do not forget, For deep in our hearts you will always stay Loved and remembered every day. Forever Loved and Deeply Missed, Nancy, Joey, Bunny & Troy, Danny & Lana, Dana, D.J., Shawna, Jacob
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Southpoint Sun - 9
Record-breaking UFCW Food Drive benefits four deserving organizations By Mark Ribble The 4th Annual UFCW Holiday Food Drive proved to be a roaring success as members of Local 175 and 633 — along with the public and donor businesses — collected thousands of food and toy items for distribution to four grateful organizations. The organizations who benefited from the food drive were well represented at the UFCW office on Wednesday, December 6 as they were there to collect the donations and talk about the work they each do for the community. Ronald McDonald House Charities, Society of St. Vincent De Paul, The Downtown Mission and Abode Respite Services each sent a representative to join union members in the celebration of the record-breaking number of donations. “We usually collect over 5,000 items,” said UFCW’s Helene Caine, who has spearheaded the event since its inception. “This year, we’ve shattered that mark.
Caine says that they also collected about $1,500 in gift cards, which will come in handy for families in need. “We’ve done remarkably well for a four-week food drive,” she said. “We are so grateful to the community, the union members, the businesses far and wide who have helped us reach this goal.” Angela Mattioli, the Executive Assistant to the UFCW President, was on hand to help with the transfer of goods to the organizations and was pleased with what was collected. “Any time we’re giving to communities is awesome,” she said. “Prices have gone up, homelessness has skyrocketed. I’m so proud of all the staff and employers for all their involvement.” The organizations themselves were grateful for the donations. Steve Freeman, food warehouse manager for St. Vincent De Paul Windsor-Essex says every bit helps. “Any donation like this
is certainly helpful,” he says. “We doubled our intake this year and are grateful for this event.” Will Ferranti and Grace Tiessen, both representing Abode Respite Services Inc., said the donations go a long way to helping them with their programs. Abode is a not-for-profit organization offering respite out-of-home services for adults living with disabilities, and in turn fostering inclusion in the community. “We’d like to thank the entire UFCW membership,” said Ferranti. “This is absolutely awesome.” “Thanks to everyone involved for putting this together,” added Tiessen. “The generosity warms our hearts.” Laurie Musson represented the Windsor Downtown Mission and she said homelessness is on a sharp rise in the region. “We’re feeding 200 people a day and seeing people come in for food that’s simple and things they can microwave,” she said. “This is great to help fill
our shelves and great for them to put this together for us. We’re very appreciative.” Stephanie Porritt of the Ronald McDonald House Charities was equally grateful as she loaded up toys, clothing and food items for her organization. “An event like this helps us immeasurably,” she said. “It helps fill our cupboards and adds items to our holiday land, where parents can come in and pick out toys for their kids
who are ill. Seeing the community come together like this is overwhelming.” Several union members were also on hand from Highbury Canco and Cavendish Appetizers. Scott Jackson, the Chief Union Steward for UFCW 175 at Highbury Canco, was proud of his members for their involvement. “I am very humbled to be able to represent both the company and the union in this tremen-
dous food drive,” he said. “It’s a wonderfully warm feeling to see all the donations put forth at this time of year. These donations help so many families across our community during the holiday season and beyond.” As the donations made their way out the back door and into the trucks of the participating organizations, Helene Caine was all smiles for a job well done.
All union reps, staff and recipient organizations pose with the record-breaking amount of food, clothing and toy donations at the 4th annual holiday food drive put on by the UFCW Local 175 and 633 on Wednesday, December 6.
Union representatives gather in front of the donation tables at the UFCW Holiday Food Drive on Wednesday, December 6. From left are John Beaton, Angela Mattioli, Scott Jackson, Helene Caine, Dina Resendes and Rolando Cabral.
Leamington Bridge Club scores The following are the top-scoring teams in recent Bridge games at the Leamington Half Century Centre. Dec. 1: 1st Dale Smith and Dave Derbyshire, 2nd Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 3rd Monique Sadler and Remi Fournier. Dec. 4: North/South - 1st Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash, 2nd Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 3rd Cathy Mitchell and Case Mulder. East/West - 1st Rowe
Deans and Mac Stanley, 2nd Sally Bell and Bob Bell, 3rd Ross Macintosh and Agnes Fraser. Dec. 8: 1st Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash, 2nd Al Morrison and Frank Duransky, 3rd Case Mulder and Derek Parry. Dec. 11: 1st Ross Macintosh and Case Mulder, 2nd Al Morrison and Frank Duransky, 3rd Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt.
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East Mersea Public School recently held their annual Giving Week, where students and families collected food and toy donations for those less fortunate. Every day throughout the first week of December, students bring items in to donate to the Wheatley Community Chest. From left are kindergarten students Nova Clark, Lana Neufeld, Blakelee Hyatt, Wilburt Prieur, Eli Froese and Audrey Epp. The students took all of the donations and stacked them to resemble a Christmas tree, showing that they are the small school with the big heart. Photo submitted
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Bank Theatre wraps up season with three shows The final shows for the 2023 season at The Bank Theatre begin this weekend. Dale’s Friday Coffee House (Friday, December 15), Improv Nite (Saturday, December 16), and The Virtuosos ~ A Merry Little Christmas Concert featuring soprano Abigail Wearne and professional pianist Steven Hanoosh on (Sunday, December 17). The first show of 2024 will be The Monarch Cafe featuring Justin Latam and friends on January 5. The ever popular Dale’s Friday Coffee House is hosted this month by
David and Sharon Light and features Mary and Richard (Mary Newland and Richard Baker), Essex Vocal Express, Dennis Weins, Barry Bergen and Andrew Taves. The show begins at 7 pm with passthe-hat admission. Improv Nite at TheBankTheatre presents Eric Miinch as the comedian in residence. Miinch is joined on stage by Cristina Orlando, Joey Ouellette, Leanne Miller, Alex Monk and Nolan Mayrand. The show begins at 7 pm. Tickets are $15. The holiday season fi-
nale will sparkle at The Bank Theatre with the magical music of The Virtuosos featuring Abigail Wearne (Soprano) and Steven Hanoosh (Pianist). The show is on Sunday, December 17, and begins at 2 pm. Admission is $15. The Virtuosos are known for excellent musicianship, great stage presence, and engaging audiences through song. With their abilities to perform a wide variety of music, you will hear classical music roots, pop music, musical theatre, and more. Abigail and Steven know how to keep
audiences on their toes and provide music for every occasion. Patrons are reminded that The Bank Theatre’s annual food drive is ongoing and they are accepting canned, paper, hygiene, feminine, and baby goods as well as hats, mitts, and socks for their warming drive. Tickets for this weekend’s events can be purchased at the Box Office on Thursdays through Saturdays from 11 am-1 pm, at the door 30 minutes before show time, or online at banktheatre.com
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Attempted murder charge
One person is in custody facing criminal charges in connection with an attempted murder investigation in Leamington. On December 8, at approximately 10:15 p.m., members of the Leamington detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a weapons call to an address on Erie Street South in Leamington. Upon arrival, officers located a male with what appeared to be stab wounds. As a result, a second male located on scene was arrested without incident.
As a result, a 44-yearold male of Leamington has been charged with attempt to commit murder and unauthorized possession of a weapon. The accused remains in custody awaiting a bail hearing. The victim was transported to hospital with serious but non life-threatening injuries. The Essex County OPP Crime Unit is continuing the investigation. If you have any information that can help investigators, contact Essex County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
Arthur “Art” Gisi
John Scott Rumble John Scott Rumble, 75 years, of Leamington, passed away at Windsor Regional Hospital on Wednesday, December 5, 2023 after battling a Sarcoma cancer. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Marlene, and stepchildren Charlene ( Jeffrey) Sumner and Darin DeLaurier. He was predeceased by stepdaughter Anne Marie DeLaurier (2023). Loving grandfather to Kattie (Robert) Tatomir, Sarah Frohman, Frank (Melanie McCabe) Frohman, Nakia Frohman, Jordan (Amanda) DeLaurier, Justin ( Jennifer Biekx) DeLaurier, Kristy (Kevin Quick) Foster, Sandra (Ryan Gevaert) Foster, and blessed great-grandfather. He will be deeply missed by those who knew him, including past in-laws Christine and Cyndel. John was born July 3, 1948, to the late Ernest and Gladys Rumble in London, ON. When John was a young man, he had this Triumph motorcycle that he loved so much that he ended up riding it across Canada before starting college. While in college, he took courses in gourmet cooking (his Christmas carrot cake will be missed) and bartending (he brewed his own beer!). To pay his way through college, John started work at Chrysler Canada, and since the pay was good, he made the decision to stay and retired from there after 30-plus years. He had a love of baseball – watching, playing, coaching and umpiring. He also enjoyed watching college football and running a football pool for many years (right up to his death). John was very social, running out for a few errands would turn into an all-day affair. He had the gift of gab and would strike up a conversation with just about anyone on his travels as he loved talking to people. John believed “a handshake was as good as your word”, as he was a man of honesty and integrity. John was also very generous with his heart, donating to many causes over the years including helping many friends and family who were down on their luck. He will be greatly missed by so many, especially his wife, partner and the love of his life, Marlene, who fell in love with that burly man on a bike some 50 years ago. Memorial visiting was at Reid Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519326-2631) on Monday December 11, 2023 from 10 a.m. until time of Memorial Service at 11 a.m. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations can be made to the Sarcoma Cancer Foundation of Canada.
Sandra Gillett
Sandra “Sandy” Gillett, 62 years, passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at Erie Shores HealthCare. Dear mother of Dylan Montague (Michelle) and Jamie Gillett. Lovingof Grammy Proof obituary to run of Zendaya Montague. Dear sister of Carol Spence (Rick December 13, 2023 Drummond), late Dan Gillett (Barb) and lateSouthpoint Ron GillettSun (Tammy), and sister-in-law of Maria $200 plus $26 HST = $226 Hillier (Doug). Aunt of Michael Spence (Kelsey) and Leyton Spence (Alyssa), Jessica Hillier, Jason Hillier Any changes (Lindsay) and Lindsay Mayden please (Mike). email Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will sun@southpointsun.ca be held at a later date. Thanks. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Joseph “Joe” Wright May 1, 1947 – December 9, 2023
Joseph William “Joe” Wright passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at the age of 76. Loving brother to Dorothy (the late John) Bailey, Art Wright, the late Luetta (the late Howard) Hillman, the late Jean McCartney, the late Georgina (the late Eugene) Thibert, the late Allan (the late Carol) Wright and the late Lynn ( Joan) Wright. Will be missed by many nieces, nephews and extended family. He will be missed by his beloved fur baby Cookie. Thank you to the Hospice of Erie Shores for their outstanding care and compassion shown towards Joe. Also a special thank you to Mel for her help and support. Visitation will take place at Reid Funeral Home (14 Russell Street) on Thursday December 14, 2023 at 10 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11 a.m. Burial to follow at Erie Cemetery, Wheatley. In memory of Joe, donations may be made to Erie Shores Hospice, the Canadian Cancer Society or the Humane Society. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Arthur “Art” Gisi passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at the age of 92. Reunited with Dolores (2003), whom he shared 50 years of marriage with. Beloved father to David (Cathy), Cheryl Humes (Dan) and Brian. Survived by his six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Brother to Jack (Sharon) Gisi and the late Norbert (2022) (Gail) Gisi. Will be missed as well by many extended family and friends. Art was a long-distance trucker, spending much of his time on the road. He was loved by everyone who met him, Proof obituary to run often spending timeof hosting gatherings with his friends and family. Art will be deeply missed by all. In following Art’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A December 13, 2023 celebration of Art’s life will take place at a later date. Sun donations to As an expressionSouthpoint of sympathy, memorial $26 HST = $226 Erie Shores $200 Hospiceplus in Leamington would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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Larry Howe
May 28, 1938 – December 5, 2023 Larry Howe passed peacefully at Windsor Regional Hospital – Met Campus on December 5, 2023, at the age of 85 years. Predeceased by his wife, June Howe. Loving father of Philip Howe and wife Hayley. Proud Papa of David Howe, Shelley Howe and Michael Howe; great-grandpa of Jack. Brother of the late Gerald (Lucy) Howe, the late Cheryl Proof of obituary to run Nancy Wood, Jane Quenneville, Howe, Louise ( John) Thompson, Kathie (Paul) Scott. Larry will also be remembered by his 13, 2023 cousins, nieces, December nephews and extended family. Larry was bornSouthpoint in Kingsville, aSun town that he cherished. He left Kingsville in the$26 mid HST 1950’s = to $226 pursue a career in $200 plus the Canadian Navy which allowed him to explore many areas of the world and make lifelong friends. Larry was changes please email extremely Any proud of his years of service and earned the rank of Lieutenant Commander. He retired from the service in sun@southpointsun.ca 1985. Thanks. In his personal life Larry was a loving and caring spouse, father, brother, papa, uncle and friend. In following Larry’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be planned for the spring. Arrangements entrusted to Kendrick Funeral Home, Kingsville. Condolences and memories can be shared with the family at www.Kendrickfuneralhome.com
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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Real Estate
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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 WHEATLEY LEGION LADIES AUXILIARY BAKE SALE - at 10:00 a.m. at the Village Resource Centre, 108 Talbot St. E. A great chance to stock up on baked goods for the holidays!
MONDAY, DECEMBER 25 CHRISTMAS DINNER FOR THOSE WHO WILL BE ALONE OR WHO WILL GO WITHOUT - at St. John’s the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Dine-in 12 noon. Takeout 1:00 p.m. Delivery available for shut-ins in Leamington, Wheatley & Kingsville only. Call 519-326-311 by Dec. 24 at noon to register. Registration required for pickup and delivery also. No cost or obligation. ONGOING FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE at Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. E. For those who enjoy morning coffee/tea over conversation, you are welcome at 10 a.m. the first Wednesday of each month in the church auditorium. Upcoming dates: Jan. 10. All welcome, no formal RSVP required. ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING in person at 6:00 pm every other Wednesday at the Leamington Library, 1 John St., Leamington. Next meeting date is Dec. 20 Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org. THE VILLAGE RESOURCE CENTRE - at 108 Talbot Road East in Wheatley Activities are taking a break for December. . . but . . . Coming in 2024 . . . Erin's Yoga for Living, Chair Yoga and Family Craft Night. THE SALVATION ARMY is looking for volunteers to help with the Christmas Kettles this year which runs from November 17 to December 23. Locations available throughout Leamington and Kingsville. To volunteer, contact Veronica Costa, Volunteer Coordinator at 519-999-2108. . STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH? Reach out to Hope 4 Me Peer to Peer Support Group. Virtual and in-person meetings available. Contact Tracy, Sue or Nancy at hope4mepeer@gmail.com for information about the group. WHEATLEY BAPTIST CHURCH - 47 Talbot St. E. Everyone is welcome to come worship with us. Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Bible study Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. Adult fellowship Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. For more info call 519-825-7433. VOLUNTEER TUTORS NEEDED for the On Track to Success Program. United Way is looking for individuals to help tutor high school students in Leamington. Volunteer shifts available Monday to
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Try to keep your feet firmly planted on the ground this week, Scorpio. Various distractions are trying to knock you off course, but you don’t have time for that now.
Thursday from 2:30-4:30 p.m. If interested contact Maia Williamson at mwilliamson@weareunited.com THE KINGSVILLE FRIENDLY CLUB meets every Tuesday to play Cribbage, Euchre & Bridge at 12:45 in the Unico Community Centre at 37 Beech St. in Kingsville, and every Friday to play Bridge, Euchre & Pepper at 12:45. Come early if you want to play a particular game and have your choice of a seat.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 You need to put family first right now, Sagittarius. Every other thing that is in your orbit should take a back seat to familial obligations and the needs of loved ones.
KINGSVILLE HISTORY WITH VERONICA BROWN at Union Hall, 37 Beech St., Kingsville. Wed. Nov. 8 at 10 am is the History of Kingsville’s Main Street; Wed. Dec. 18 at 10 a.m. is History of Kingsville’s King Family. Admission by donation, refreshments available.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, a conversation with a neighbor or colleague can begin on a casual note and then grow into something much more profound. Always keep your eyes open to possibilities.
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AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 There are more ways to increase your income without having to resort to backbreaking work, Aquarius. Look around to explore the possibilities that might be out there.
COMMUNITY TAKEOUT IS AVAILABLE at Leamington United Church, 4:00 - 5:00 pm every Monday. St. John’s Anglican Church also has takeout meals available every Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:00 pm. Food is available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish 226-340-7233, Salvation Army Food Bank 9:15 - 11:45 am. The warming Cross at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Food Cupboard at St. John’s Anglican church, The Bridge (ages 14-24), Food Pantry at Parkdale Variety, neighbourhood pantry at Erie South and Marlborough and the Angel Pantry at St. John’s Anglican Church. All are free. All are welcome.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, rather than trying to fit in this week, march to the beat of your own drummer. You’ll soon find a squad who thinks similarly to you. Then you can enjoy longlasting friendship.
TAI CHI - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 - 11:00 am. Gentle physical exercises and stretches. Each posture flows into the next. Tuesday geared to beginners. No registration required.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS DECEMBER 10 - Melissa Roxburgh, Actress (31) DECEMBER 11 - Hailee Steinfeld, Actress (27) DECEMBER 12 - Dionne Warwick, Singer (83) DECEMBER 13 - Taylor Swift, Singer (34) DECEMBER 14 - Vanessa Hudgens, Actress (35) DECEMBER 15 - Keylor Navas, Athlete (37) DECEMBER 16 - Krysten Ritter, Actress (42)
KINGSVILLE MILITARY MUSEUM, is open Tuesday to Friday, 9am-1pm & Saturday 9am-12pm, 145 Division St. S. (in Legion parking lot). Closed Sunday, Monday & holidays. Displays include medals from Boer War, WWI, WWII, Korea, and much more. Admission by donation. More info: kingsvillemilitarymuseum.ca INDIVIDUALS WHO REQUIRE ASSESSMENTS TO ENTER TREATMENT PROGRAMS FOR ADDICTIONS can contact Ian MacNeil, Social Worker with Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare, located at 33 Princess St. (1st floor) in Leamington, on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. You can leave a message 24/7 at 519-984-2531. Contact Ian at this number for more information. COMMUNITY ANGEL CLOTHING CUPBOARD OPEN WEDNESDAYS - appointments preferred, walk-ins are welcome 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Call 519-326-3111 to book your appointment. All are welcome! Free! St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Donated gently used clothing for men, women and children of all ages.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Others may tell you to get your head out of the clouds, Cancer, but you can leave it right there. It pays to dream a little because you never know when great ideas will come to you. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Put your emotions first, Leo. Rather than thinking with your head, you need to think with your heart. You have to trust your gut and make decisions based on intuition right now.
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Students Carter Watts, Aanora Seagull, Parker Scholey and David Kim picked up donations at the Southpoint Sun office. SUN photos
The winning team holds their trophy in the annual Goodfellows LDSS can drive.
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By Bonnie Dawson The Wheatley & District Friendship Club members enjoyed an afternoon of Bingo on Dec. 6. Thanks to Rose Hatt and Ruth Ann Snively for providing refreshments. Bingo winners were Marg Franklin, Karen Deyell, Helen Clark, Pat Churchill, Pat Matier, Mary Hairsine, Doreen Armstrong, Ruth Ann Snively, Earline Gould, Dorothy Bailey and Dianne Lenarduzzi. Thank you Janet Hewett and Pauline Sample for running the Bingo. The next Bingo is Wed. Dec. 20 at 1 p.m. for $2. Donna Moody will provide the refreshments. The winners of the 50/50 draws were Donna
Moody and Robert Lapsa. The Christmas dinner at the club will be held on Dec. 13 at noon. There will be a General Meeting on Friday, Dec.15 at 1 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend. Members are needed for the executive of the club. If members are interested in joining the board, there is a sign-up sheet for those willing to be nominated. The club needs your participation. Regular activities include: Quilting on Mondays and Thursdays from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Euchre on Tuesdays from 1:30-4 p.m. for $2, and Pepper on Thursday from 1:30-4 p.m. for $2. Until next time…
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rus Rexes tallied 11,710 points to the Avengers’ 11,666 Team co-captain for the Rexes — Allie Barnewell — was thrilled with the victory and held up the can drive trophy for all to see. Her co-captain Tilly Quenneville was equally excited but had to hurry to catch the bus home. Christina Neufeld, Ameen Aldallal, Meghan Tavares and Joel Stockwell led the Aluminum Avengers, who collected more cash but less cans, which spelled a narrow defeat when all was said and done. Goodfellow President Bill Slater was happy with the results. “The volunteers sorted all of this as it came in and their hard work real-
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Memories of... Kingsville, Leamington and Wheatley
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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Photos from Kingsville-Gosfield Heritage Society 1790-2000 A Stroll Through Time
Cedar Beach Drug Store, owned by Red Morris, Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives offered drugs, toiletries, china and souvenirs for sale as well as providing a luncheon menu. Speed boat rides were available from the Cedar Beach Drug Store for 50 cents a ride for summer visitors renting a cabin or for cottagers not owning a boat. The boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This photograph of an unidentified family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in the late 1940s or early 1950s.
A Look atTheLeamington’ s Past courtesy of C. Scott Holland Olympic Torch Run through Kingsville, December 23, 2009.
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Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection April 1973: Buckingham Real Estate edged Gulliver Insurance 2-1 to win the Midget hockey trophy. At left is captain Ken Dick who scored both goals with coach Randy Critchlow.
December 16, 1987 - It took six 25 lb. turkeys plus potatoes, vegetables, gravy, stuffing, dinner rolls and milk and cookies to feed about 250 people at the East Mersea School’s 6th annual Christmas dinner. All the food was donated by parents. Here (l-r) are Randy Reimer, Leigh Dietz, Greg Tiessen, and Tim Corlett plus parent organizer Lynda Wigfield.
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December 1993 - left to right, Andy (Fish) Herring, Herb (Birdie) Cowan, Al (Mavis) Shanks, and George (Shark) Charko. The perfect weather, excellent greens and manicured fairways proved too much for Andy Herring and George Charko. They tried unsuccessfully for 8 grueling days to defeat the winning duo of Al Shanks and Herbie Cowan. Day after day, Submarine cycling - Ditches rose foot after foot following the Thursday evening rainfall birdie after birdie, Shanks and Cowan showed golfing prowess at its best. Unable to card and these young lads wasted no time inventing a new game, “submarine cycling”. If a winning hole, Herring and Charko were heard to lament, “You can’t be too happy about nothing else, it’s a practice, quick way to wash a ten-speed bicycle! that.” Practice, practice boys. There’s always a rematch next year.
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Looking back ... From the Leamington Post December 14, 1944 Acting to renew restrictions on dogs in the face of the still-existent rabies epidemic, members of Leamington council Monday decided to notify every owner of a tagged dog in Leamington to keep his animal tied up for the next four months and in the meantime, to pick up every stray dog seen on the streets. The solution was suggested by Mayor Phil Fader after a Leamington dog owner appeared before council to ask for protection for his dogs against the large number of canines that were said to be running the streets. The dog owner was William Burgess of Erie Street South, who asked what was being done about the rabies epidemic in Leamington. —— Through the generosity of a number of local deer hunters, an excellent venison dinner was provided for nearly 200 men at the International Hotel last Friday evening. The sportsmen, headed by Albert Campbell as chief cook, provided and served the dinner, which was generally recognized as one of the best ever served in Leamington. The gathering was entertained by three soldiers from Detroit, two playing the piano and one the harmonica. —— With no epidemic other than that of rabies, the health situation in Leamington has been good, although people are prone to minimize the danger of rabies, it was revealed in the annual report of Dr. J Eede, medical officer of health for Leamington. Dr. Eede said that no epidemic has been reported during the past year, except for rabies, which is highly contagious and caused by the bite of an infected animal. Horses, sheep, cattle, goats, cats, dogs and even birds are susceptible. —— Members of the Leamington Rotary Club held a very successful keno party in the Arc on Mill Street last night when a large crowd of residents were present. In opening the keno, Mayor Phil Fader extended a cordial welcome to everyone and expressed thanks on behalf of the club. Twenty-two rounds of keno were called with the mayor and Don Ferguson capably handling the call box. From the Kingsville Reporter December 14, 1944 Today, the flue cured tobacco market opened in the county of Essex with company buyers in the field at 8 am. It was estimated that there is about 2,300,000 pounds of flue cured in the county, known as the old tobacco belt. It is expected there will be considerable competition as no set price for this type of tobacco has been set by the Tobacco Marketing Board. —— Funeral services are being held this afternoon for the late John Kitchen Brundage, 74, who passed away at East Windsor Hospital on Tuesday where he was taken after he and his brother Samuel narrowly escaped asphyxiation at their home Monday. The brothers are farmers on Division Road, one mile north of Kingsville. Samuel, 70, awakened during the night and attempted to get out of bed but fell, se-
verely bumping his head. It is believed that both men lost consciousness as they attempted to get out of bed because they did not waken again until two o’clock in the afternoon. Dr. D.L. Snider is of the opinion that the two brothers were overcome with gas fumes. —— Mrs. Nelson Layman, ditty bag convenor of the local Navy League, has announced that 115 ditty bags were filled by Kingsville and District residents for Christmas. The drive for the Navy League was held from October 1 to November 15. —— W.D. Davies, Production Service, Dominion Department of Agriculture, says the most exacting task of the dairy farmer is to grow good dairy heifers. Dairy heifers, to give the best results as mature animals, should be fed in such a way that they will obtain all their growth without carrying any excess fat. As calves, they should be fed moderate amounts of whole milk during the first three weeks of their lives. This diet is generally changed to a skim milk ration by the time the calves are six weeks old. Good legume hay should be fed from the time the calves begin to nibble. 50 Years Later From the Wheatley Journal December 14, 1994 Kyle Hyatt, five-year-old son of Charlie and Penny Hyatt, will long remember his visit with Santa last Saturday at the Ivan Coulter Park. Kyle told Santa his wish list, enjoyed a hot chocolate and candy, and then won a monster prize to provide the family with a traditional Christmas dinner. Over 100 draws were held throughout the day for hams, turkeys and gift certificates. —— Wheatley Area Public School Grade 6 class members recently received a short course instructed with the cooperation of Community Services Officer Laurie Dowthwaite, OPP detachment, Chatham. Teacher Linda Getty said the V.I.P. Program is aimed at developing values so the right choices and decisions are made easier for young people. Three students were chosen to receive t-shirts commemorating the visit. They went to Jocelyn Heyens, Courtney Baldwin and Richie Baptista. —— On Saturday afternoon, the Southpoint Minor Novices were beaten by Essex 6-1 in Wheatley. The Minors stayed even early but were overcome by a solid Essex team in the final two periods. Meghan Agosta scored the only goal for the Capitals, assisted by Darrin Farrington. —— East Mersea had a great Christmas feast on December 7. The home and school group provided hot turkey dinner and all the trimmings. Everyone was excited about the dinner and showed support of the parents. The boys volleyball team aced it on Saturday at a tournament at LDSS. Awesome setting by Justin Gagnier and Kris Klassen and deadly spiking by Jeremy Tiborcz and Jerry John Mills shook the school. East Mersea beat Ruthven in the finals to win the tournament.
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Flyers win, lose and draw in past week; sit in third place by C. Scott Holland Last Thursday night against the visiting Oakville Blades, the Leamington Flyers wasted several opportunities to win the game and settled for a 2-2 draw. Leamington had ample chances — including an abbreviated one-minute second overtime powerplay on which they could have scored yet did not. Saturday in Aurora, Leamington took a lead and held on to edge the Tigers 3-2 and then Sunday they fell at home 2-1 to the Brantford 99ers. On Thursday at home, in front of 724 fans, the Flyers managed 34 shots on Oakville goalie Gavin McCarthy, while Carson Barnes stopped 37 of 39. During many portions of the contest the Flyers outplayed the visitors. Initially, it looked as though Leamington would assert themselves as they built a 2-0 lead during the game’s opening nine minutes, but near the 15-minute mark of the first, the Blades struck for their first tally then added the tying goal on a powerplay with under three minutes remaining in regulation. “I thought we played
well. We had a good start; we limited their chances against,” said head coach Dale Mitchell. “We had chances to win it but their goalie played well. It was good to get one point and try to separate us from the middle of the pack.” The game’s intensity slowly increased throughout the contest and much of it was due to the Flyers physicality. Three minutes into the game, the Flyers opened the scoring as Ray Hamlin and Jason Davenport moved the puck to Anthony Ciaramitaro who was perched at the left point and drilled a screenshot that found the target. Six minutes later Nick Mahy and Griffin Grundner created a left-to-right passing play to Hamlin, who buried his shot from the right lane and it was a 2-0 contest. Oakville tabbed their first when Sean Clarke was allowed to get on Barnes’ doorstep and sweep the puck past him. The Blades knotted the game via a powerplay at 17:04 of the third. In the four-on-four overtime, both defenses kept the opposition’s offense at bay. Neither McCarthy nor Barnes made
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Leamington Flyers’ forward Cameron Arquette (10) just missed this prime chance to score as teammate Alex Cunningham (91) awaits a juicy rebound that never materialized. The Flyers skated to a 2-2 tie with the Oakville Blades at Highbury Canco Arena on Thursday, December 7. Arquette missed Sunday’s home game due to a call-up to the Kitchener Rangers of the Ontario Hockey League, where he made his OHL debut. Scott Holland photo
any saves. The second overtime of three-on-three was a different story. The Flyers had puck control for all but 30 seconds of it. Barnes made one save on Oakville while the Flyers applied pressure to the Blades and got six shots on McCarthy.
Despite taking a timeout during the powrplay, the Flyers were unable to capitalize and settled for the tie. Saturday night in Aurora the Flyers Brayden Degelas collected two goals and Landon Bernard fired one as the Flyers held on to edge the Tigers 3-2.
Carson Barnes stopped 19 of 21 shots for the victory. On Sunday, December 10 at home vs the Brantford 99ers, the Flyers played their third game in four nights. After a scoreless opening frame, both teams traded second-period goals. Hamlin tabbed the lone
Flyers tally. The 99ers took the lead five minutes into the third and won the contest 2-1. Carson Barnes suffered the loss. making 21 saves. Thursday, December 14, the Flyers play the Mississauga Chargers at 7:10 pm.
Arquette gets call-up to Rangers Wheatley’s Cameron Arquette has made his Ontario Hockey League debut. The Leamington Flyers forward was called up to play for the
OHL’s Kitchener Rangers on Sunday, December 10, where he registered an assist on the Rangers’ second goal. Kitchener won the game 3-2
over Guelph. Arquette was the Rangers’ fourth-round pick in the 2023 Priority Draft.
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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Sharks split pair of games; no home game this week By Greg Coulter The Wheatley Omstead Sharks learned again last week that every shift might be the difference between a victory and a loss. Wednesday, December 6 at home in a key battle with Blenheim, they twice held commanding two goal leads but failed to nail down a victory. Leading 4-2 late in the second, on a series of unfortunate bounces, they surrendered three goals in a 3:21 span to fall behind 5-4. The soul crusher came with one second left in the period. The visitors added a short-handed empty net tally in the third to close out a 7-4 win. Braydin Metcalfe, Kyle Bleau, Josh Chauvin and Isaac Legood propelled the Sharks to the shortlived lead. Shots were
even at 38 with each goalie handling 18 each in the second period. Ethan Handley took the undeserved loss. The Sharks regrouped Friday in Dresden with a full 60-minute team effort. A three goal outburst in a 1:43 span early in the second would catapult the Sharks to an insurmountable 4-0 lead. Shannon Olson with a natural hat trick plus another, led the scoring parade enroute to a 7-0 shellacking of the Kings. Denzil Aguilar, Braydin Metcalfe and Ethan Hamelin rounded out the scoresheet. 21 assists were amassed with Isaac Legood earning four. Jackson Drysdale turned aside all 25 shots he faced with the Sharks firing 32. Coach Carnevale appreciated the much needed group effort
and solid defensive game. The Sharks now have a
Armand Decaluwe , guest Tom, Barb Fick and Joanne Law 2. Single aces were recorded by John Murphy, Nancy Springthorpe, Andy Orsini, Carol Hylton, Nick Penzari, Bill Taylor, Tony Hudvagner, Danielle Kovac, Bill Mayville, Theresa Decaluwe, Dave Labonte, Lloyd Symons and Randy Nash. Top scores for 18 holes were Bill Ward 34, Jamie Arquette 35 and 36, Tom Hyatt 35 and 38, Ron
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Fick 37, and Bill Manery, Debbie Clinton, Laurie Hylton, Mavis Rutter and Bill Mayville with 38. 36 hole leaders were Jamie Arquette 71, Tom Hyatt 73, Bill Ward 74, Debbie Clinton 78 and Ron Fick, Laurie Hylton and Bryon Walker 79. First place with 245 was Team 3 (Laurie Hylton, Bill Mayville, Theresa Decaluwe). Second place with 250 was Team 14 (Nancy Springthorpe, Tom Hyatt, Mavis Rutter). Third place with 251 was Team 5 (Ron Fick, Danielle Kovac and Lloyd Honey). The league will take a break now over the holiday season. Play resumes Thursday, January 12, with registration by 10:15 am. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone. See you in January!
Kingsville Friendly Club
President Bob Bell welcomed 29 members out to play cards at the Unico Centre on December 5. Scores in Bridge: Bob Bell 3120, Roy Trowell 2850, Mandy Hric 2720. Euchre: Dave Patterson 95, Dawn Tizzard 84, Willy Fittler 80. Most lone hands: Dave Patterson 6. Cribbage: Stewart Wheelton 957, Sue Girardin 861. Fifty-six members were out to the delicious Christmas Dinner catered by Tracey Craig on December 8 at the Unico Centre. Bridge: Roy Trowell 4080, Mandy Hric 3820, Bert Patrick 3140. Euchre: Lyle Rumble 75, Willy Fittler and Dave Patterson 73, Joe Sabelli 70. Most lone hands: Willy Fittler 5. Pepper: Winnie Moore 296, Maggie Hansen 242, Barbara Boston 224. Most peppers: Winnie Moore 6. Door prize winners were Della Dyck, Maggie Hansen and Anne Burrell. Flower centrepieces were given to Life Members Lyle Rumble, Bud Ellwood and Ken Salter, with another delivered to Helen Arner.
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then the 23rd at 4:30 vs Lakeshore.
Sharks Kyle Bleau (18) readies himself for a one timer on a Sharks power play late in the second period. Braedon Caetano (19) and Shannon Olson (22) set in anticipation of a scoring opportunity. Unfortunately the Sharks would fail to capitalize on this glorious scoring chance. Greg Coulter photo
Golden Years Mini Golf report
December 15 saw 49 golfers record 62 holesin-one at Colasanti’s mini golf course, following a noisy and fun-filled Christmas breakfast. Hole-in-one leaders were Bryon Walker, Jamie Arquette, Bill Manery and Laurie Hylton 4; Ron Fick, Bill Ward, Perpetua Hildrop, Kathy Bechard and Colleen Pearse 3; Betty McManus, Marilyn Ribble, Tom Hyatt, Mavis Rutter, Debbie Clinton,
week off to rest up, with the 16th in Amherstburg,
The Kingsville Friendly Club began on December 5, 1968, sponsored by Carl Aggerhom of the Lions Club with 27 members. Membership fee was $3 per year and 25¢ per day. They played Euchre, Bridge, Cribbage, Darts, Shuffleboard and Aggravation. On December 5, 1975, 84 attended a Christmas party celebrating the 7th Anniversary. October 12, 2010 was the club’s last meeting at the Lions Hall with 24 present. On October 15 of that year, 59 members attended the first meeting at the new Unico Centre, with the official Grand Opening on November 7. On April 17, 2012, a notice from the town reduced hours to 12-4 pm. Today there are 77 members, including seven Life Members over the age of 90. Life Member Mary Kovacs will be celebrating her 100th birthday this month! Still active Life Members are Elsie Ring, Ken Salter and Lila Withers. The club is strictly self-supporting, paying rent to the town.
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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ERCA holds shoreline open house By Mark Ribble The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) held a Shoreline Natural Hazard Mapping open house on December 5 at the Leamington Municipal Building. Members of ERCA were present, along with Coastal Geoscientist Pete Zuzek of Zuzek, Inc. and Coastal Engineer Seth Logan of SJL Engineering. The public was invited to view coastal mapping from the entire coastline of Essex County and speak to representatives of ERCA about their properties and concerns about coastal erosion and
flooding. A Powerpoint presentation was viewed and consultation with the various parties followed. The updated mapping has been commissioned by the County of Essex in partnership with the Essex Region Conservation Authority. It covers the shoreline areas of Lake St. Clair, the Detroit River and Lake Erie bordering the County of Essex and City of Windsor. The maps will be used by the conservation authority, County of Essex, local municipalities, City of Windsor and shoreline property owners to plan
safe development and prepare for emergencies. Residents were encouraged to attend the open houses to learn how shoreline mapping and modeling will be used, view the interactive flood and hazard mapping of individual shoreline properties, learn about the impact of climate change on coastal flooding and erosion hazards in Essex County and the City of Windsor, and to provide feedback to the mapping specialists. At the mid-point of the open house, about a dozen residents had attended the event.
Alicia Good, Watershed Planner for ERCA, speaks with Leamington councillor Paul Tiessen at the Natural Hazard Mapping Open House on December 5 at the Leamington Municipal Building. SUN photo
Coastal Engineer Seth Logan speaks with Leamington Shoreline Association President Wayne King at the Natural Hazard Mapping Open House on December 5 at the Leamington Municipal Building. SUN photo
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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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