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on Fader St. Hospital CEO Kristin Kennedy said, “This evening is not just a ceremony, it’s a heartfelt tribute to those we hold dear in our memories. “Each light we ignite today symbolizes a life that has touched us deeply and left an indelible mark on our hearts,” she said. “This service is a testament to the strength of our community - our shared experiences of love, loss and remembrance. I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to the spiritual care committee for their unwavering dedication in making this event a beacon of hope and healing year after year.”
“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
Kingsville defers decision on light show with survey of neighbours
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By Deanna Bertrand Families and hospital officials gathered outside Erie Shores HealthCare’s main entrance Sunday night, December 10 for a special candle lighting and tree lighting service in remembrance of loved ones who died this past year. The 28th annual Lights of Life service included a land acknowledgement from Caldwell First Nation, a smudging ceremony with drumming, the reading of the poem “They are Not Dead” by Rev. Victoria Mouck, along with the lighting of candles and Christmas lights to a large tree outside the hospital and emergency entrance
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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
said. “So, I hope you make the right decision.” Councillor Tony Gaffan got emotional speaking about how cancer has affected every family, including his own, and how much joy the lights bring to the community. But — he said — it’s time to also consider the neighbours. CONTINUED ON PG. 7
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