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Basketball group supports Bridge LEAMINGTON — HighRise Basketball — through this year’s ‘Hoopin’ Around the Clock’ fundraising event — recently donated $8,000 to support The Bridge Youth Resource Centre. HighRise Basketball is dedicated to providing youth with the instruction, opportunity, and experience to reach their full potential in the game of basketball, as well as life. “Our team is very happy that the success of the 5th Annual Hoopin’ Around The Clock event allows us to support The Bridge again this year, said organizer Reid Innes. “Our hope is that our contribution will help to further their tremendous efforts in our community. We look forward to
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Travene, Douglas Edward August 11, 1962 - December 6, 2020
From left are Reid Innes (event organizer), Matt Isaacs (HighRise committee member), Krista Rempel (Bridge ED), George Bergen (Bridge President) and Mark Scherer (HighRise committee member).
continuing support in the future.” HighRise Basketball has supported The Bridge since its doors opened. The Bridge offers essential and drop-in services to youth ages 14-24, including access to showers, laundry, clothing closet,
Tivy, Verna Grace (nee MacGregor) A resident of Toronto and formerly of Leamington, Verna Tivy passed away peacefully at her residence in Toronto on December 10, 2020 at the age of 102. She was born in Uxbridge, Ontario on September 8, 1918 and was the eldest of 6 children to John and Nellie MacGregor. She is predeceased by her husband Louis Tivy (1972). She is survived by, and will be dearly missed by her youngest sister Marjorie Neil. Verna grew up in Blind River Ontario she eventually moved to Toronto where she studied to become a teacher and met her husband Louis. She taught in Eley, Cochrane and Copper Cliff before settling with her husband in Leamington. In her retirement years Verna spent 26 winters in St. Petersburg, Florida and loved spending her summers at her cottage on Manitoulin Island at Lake Kagawong. In keeping with Verna’s wishes, cremation has taken place. She will be laid to rest with her dear husband at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery in Leamington at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519 326-2631). Condolences can be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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and a nutrition program (i.e., 3 days worth of groceries). The organization is also maintaining staffing of the Quiring Family Fresh Start Housing facility to ensure youth are housed and cared for 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
If you or your organization are interested in becoming involved with The Bridge, consider donating now, or becoming a regular monthly donor. Visit www.thebridgeyouth.ca, for more donor opportunities.
O’Connor, Katherine Joyce (McRae) October 25, 1957 - December 10, 2020
It is with great sadness that the family of Kathy O’Connor Proof of obituary to runannounces her sudden passing on Thursday, December 10, 2020, at the age of 63 years in Palm Desert, California. December 16,by2020 Kathy will be lovingly remembered her husband, Thomas O’Connor, and herSouthpoint daughter, StaceySun Ardiel (Shane Barter). Kathy is predeceased by her mother, $100, plus $13 hst =Mabel $113Whale, and her two brothers, Jim and Roy McRae. She is survived by her father, Melvin McRae (Anna), her sisters, Donna Fox Any please email Robin (Garnet) and Ellenchanges McRae, and her sisters-in-law, Stickney ( Jamie) and Crystal Saunders. She sun@southpointsun.cawill be greatly missed by her nieces andThanks. nephews, Meghan Merrill ( John), Matthew McRae ( Jordyn), Bruin McRae, Christopher Resendes (Ashley), Vannessa Resendes (Eric), and Joshawah Resendes, of whom she was the proud godmother, “Dinga”. She also leaves behind members of the O’Connor family, Mike (Sandy), Ryan, and Morgan of Denver, Colorado. Kathy will be fondly remembered by her numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends in Ontario and California. After raising her only child, Stacey, in Leamington, Ontario, Kathy found love with Tom and moved to Palm Desert, California. There she lived a happy life, enjoying the beautiful weather and a large group of friends. On warm days she could often be found by the pool with her dogs, Harley and Molly. Kathy was known for having a no-nonsense attitude, a ridiculous sneeze, and gorgeous blue eyes. But most importantly, she was known for always reaching out to friends and family offering her love, support, and encouragement. She will be forever missed by those who knew her. Due to restrictions on gatherings and travel, no funeral service will be held at this time.
Passed away on December 6, 2020 at the age of 58. Predeceased by his parents, Ruth and Edward Travene. Dear brother of Diane Warkentin (Ralph) and Joanne Veltman (Al). Uncle of Wendy Smeaton ( John), Nick Warkentin (Amy), Ryan Veltman (Stirling), Tyler Veltman (Vanessa) and great uncle of Finnley and Cooper Warkentin and Grayson Smeaton. Doug was a longtime small engine mechanic for Dixie Lawn and Cycle. He will also be sadly missed by his coffee buddy Jim Bishop. A special thank you to Dr. Craig Meloche, Dr. Goel, Dr. Mathews and Dr. Springer for their care given to Doug. Memorial donations may be made to the Erie Shores Hospice. As per Doug’s request, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to SIMPLE CHOICE (Kingsville) 519-2542585.. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.simplechoicecremation.ca
Greenwood, Margaret 79 years, passed peacefully at Erie Shores Healthcare on Wednesday December 09, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Larry Greenwood. Cherished mother of Annette Bell (Wayne), James Desnoyers, Jerry Desnoyers (Carole), late Robert Desnoyers , Steven Desnoyers ( Jessie) and Evelena Wiebe (David). Adored grandmother of Michelle, late Lisa Rae, Desiree, Kyle, Justin, Jennifer, Courtney (Luke), Andrew and Katelyn (Noah) and great-grandmother of Mason, Rex and Lisa. Survived by her brother Donald Wilkinson. Predeceased by her sister Kathleen Whaley (Rex). The family wishes to thank the staff at Erie Shores Healthcare for their tremendous care. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society by contacting Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Family and friends are invited to share their memories or make a donation online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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