14A - Southpoint Sun
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Mexican Consul happy to be part of the local community
By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — Since her arrival in the area in July, Mexican Consul Vanessa Calva has been busy working on a number of projects. A priority when she took the job was to see that the Mexican Consulate in Leamington was in full participation in the neighbouring community. “I’ve been here for three months,” she said. “I wanted to know how the consulate can be of service to the community as a whole.” Consul Calva has also helped the Mexican government introduce their latest technology — an electronic passport — which has made headlines around the world. “We launched in Mexico City in October and also had a launch in Los Angeles,” she said. Leamington’s Consulate office is among the first in the world to offer the enhanced electronic passport.
The passport is still a printed, physical passport but is enhanced with a chip that contains all the pertinent information on the holder. “It is less likely to be forged in any way,” she said. Consul Calva explained that Mexican nationals who want the high security electronic passport can get them at the consulate in Leamington. “We can print them right here,” she said, adding that Leamington’s office covers all of Windsor-Essex, Chatham-Kent and Lambton. Since October 21, the Consulate of Mexico in Leamington has issued 140 Mexican electronic passports. In the case of a minor, previous versions of the passport didn’t contain a lot of information on the birth parents, but the new electronic version contains a full profile of the child’s parents, which is helpful to worldwide customs personnel.
Rosalie Trombley “The girl with the golden ear” Legendary Music Director of the BIG 8 - CKLW Rosalie Helen Trombley (nee Gillan) passed in the early morning hours of Tuesday, November 23, 2021 in Leamington, Ontario, the town of her birth, the place where she grew into adulthood and where she had been residing for the past six years in the loving care of the Sun Parlor Long Term Care Home. Rosalie was mother to Tim (wife Renee), son Todd and daughter Diane (husband David Lauzon). She was grandmother to Robert Lauzon. Rosalie was the first child of Shell and Katherine Gillan and big sister to Judy ( John Gieswein), Carl (Reta), and Linda (Mario Avellino), all of whom predeceased. She will be remembered by a tight group of long-time friends, by her former co-workers at the Big-8 and a long list of people from the record and radio industries. Rosalie loved every one of her dachshund dogs; a long and loyal line from Fritz through to Sadie. Her children wish to thank the entire care team of 2E at Sun Parlor for the great care you gave our mom - you folks loved Rosalie and she loved you right back. A private memorial service has taken place. A public remembrance event, to give all her fans and those of the BIG 8, is being planned for a future date. Arrangements entrusted to the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, 519-326-2631. In memory of Rosalie, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Sun Parlor Long Term Care Home. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
“It’s so much easier and convenient for travel,” she said. “We’re very excited to offer this.” Since her arrival in July, they’ve been opening the consulate to visitors one Saturday per month, and that has enabled them to offer the electronic passports and other information to those who choose to visit. They’ve also been able to offer broader information on labour rights, insurance, benefits and financial tools. The last two Saturday sessions have seen the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit on site to share and educate visitors on diabetes, blood pressure and nutrition. “They get a free glucose test, blood pressure monitoring and are told about healthy nutrition,” she said. She said they’ve also been talking to the health unit about mental health, which is often overlooked. “Our consulate is a
Mexican Consul, Vanessa Calva, right, poses with the first electronic high security passport issued by the Leamington Mexican Consulate. At left is the first recipient of the enhanced document, Valeria Torres Garcia. Photo submitted
welcoming area,” she said. “We want to model an initiative to deal with how certain situations can have an effect on mental health.” Consul Calva is working regularly with local officials to make good things happen for the community and be aware of what’s going on in the community. She is also excited about a pop-up vaccina-
Harold Smith
Harold James Smith, 88, passed into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Beloved husband of 35 years to Donna Smith (nee Kissner), predeceased by his wife, Proof of first obituary to run Edith (Mitchell, 1980). Loving father of Sharon Smith, Laurie Edh (Allan), December April Impastato 1, 2021 (Sam), late RobinSouthpoint (1970). Cherished Sun Grandpa of Rachel (Marlow), Amanda $100, plus $13 hst = $113 (TJ), Michelle, Matt (Cassie), Eric (Tanya), Karen (Tyson), Sarah (Zach), Makenzie, Serenity, and 12 great-grandkids. Dear brother Donald Smith (Louise), late Winnifred Anyof changes please email Holyome, Dorothy Masse, Margaret Goatbe, Ralph Smith sun@southpointsun.ca and Lawrence Smith. He will also be missed by many nieces and nephews. A specialThanks. great-uncle (Uncle H) to Cameron Coghill. Born and raised in Leamington, Harold will be remembered for his strong faith, quiet demeanor and his unwavering love and devotion to his family. He worked 35 years at H.J. Heinz and also many years driving school bus. He will be greatly missed. Visitation was held at LakePoint Family Church (285 Talbot Street East, Leamington, Ontario, Canada) on Monday, November 29, 2021 from 10:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at 11:30 a.m. Burial followed at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Erie Shores Hospice (Hospice Erie Shores Campus) by contacting Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell St., Leaming-ton (519-326-2631). Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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tion clinic being held on Saturday, December 4 from 9-3 at the consulate
office at 350 Hwy. 77. Everyone is welcome.
Mohsen “Max” Rahie
Mohsen Mikhael “Max” Rahie, 77 years, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Monday, November 29, 2021. Beloved husband of Sue ( Jabbour) for over 57 years. Loving father of Mary-Louise Sonier ( Jim), George Rahie (Laura), Leslie Rahie ( Josephine), Michelle Nassar (Ray). Adored grandfather of Matthew, Madison, Max, Nicholas, Alexandra, Lukas, late Gabriella, Noah and Rian. Dear brother of Lamia (late Michel). Predeceased by his mother and father, Maheb and Mikhael Rahie, and brothers Sarkis (late Theresa), Jawad (late Sadie). Visiting at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Wednesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Anthony’s Parish, 280 Talbot St. E., Leamington, on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at 10 a.m. Parish Prayers Wednesday at 8 p.m. Due to COVID restrictions, visitation and the funeral mass are limited to a specific number of visitors. Only those with an appointment will be allowed in. Please book an appointment at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Everyone must wear a mask. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery to follow. Memorial donations may be made to St. Anthony’s Church or the Heart and Stroke Proof ofFoundation. obituary to run As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations and condolences may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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Nina Towle
It is withplease saddened hearts that we Any changes email announce the passing of Nina Vivian sun@southpointsun.ca Towle on Thursday, November 25, Thanks. 2021 at 94 years of age.
Reunited with her loving husband Don with whom she shared 54 years of marriage. Loving mother of Nancy Wales and husband Larry, and Greg Towle and wife Janine. Cherished grandmother of Bridget Wales and husband Jamie, Scott Wales and wife Criseyda, Adrianne Towle and Miranda Towle ( Jake). Predeceased by her siblings. She will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and her bridge playing friends. A special thank you to Dr. Holloway and the staff at Rosewood Erie Glen for your care and compassion given to Nina. At Nina’s request, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Ar-rangements entrusted to Reid Funeral Home, 519-326-2631. In memory of Nina, memorial donations may be made to the Half Century Centre or to The Salvation Army. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
