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Ninah Lois Wilkinson August 9, 1923 – January 31, 2022
Ninah “Lois” Wilkinson (Stickles) (nee Rymal), 98 years, passed away Monday, January 31, 2022 at Rosewood Erie Glen. Beloved daughter of the late Art and Flossie Rymal. Loving wife of the late Dwain Stickles (1962) and the late Clarke Wilkinson (2000). Loving mother of Gaye Burdick and husband Dan, and Roger Wilkinson and late wife Christine. Dearest grandmother of Shannon, and predeceased by her grandchildren Dwain Burdick (August 2020) and Blythe Wilkinson (March 2021). Great-grandmother of Dan Marmus, Lauren, Hannah and Ryan Keller, and Gaia and Avian Burdick. Loving aunt and Godmother of Hal Leitch who was so good to Mom, taking her on drives and getting treats of ice cream which she loved. The family would like to extend gratitude to Dr. Holloway and the staff at Rosewood Erie Glen for the wonderful care Mom received. To Maryanne Feist, a special thank you for going above and beyond, and to the staff – many, many thank yous for all the help. Your kindness and compassion will always be remembered. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or service. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society or charity of choice by contacting Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Louis Bruce Cowan OASW, RSW, MA, BSW, BA, CGC
November 2, 1944 – February 3, 2022 After an extraordinary and courageous fight against cancer, Louis “Bruce” Cowan sadly passed away peacefully in his home with his wife Mary and family by his side, on Thursday, February 3, 2022. Loving husband of 55 years to Mary Cowan (Vanek). Beloved dad to PJ and Mark (Carolyn), and chosen father to Ginny, Lori and Kelli. Cherished brother to Parry, Paul and Mark. Brother-in-law to Joe and Kathy Vanek. Uncle and great-uncle to many nieces and nephews. His pride could be seen in the faces of his grandchildren, Sarah ( Jason), Cameron (1993), Rachel (Martin), Joshua (Nikki), Ashley (Kevin) and Melissa (Nathan). His joy spread in the hearts of his eight great-grandchildren. Lilianna, Amelia, Valor, Clara, Jorja, Emily, Jewlia and Hannah. Bruce accomplished many great things in his life. After 22 years in Police Services, at the age of 44 he set off on his next chapter in his life, spending 33 years as a social worker, finally retiring February 3, 2022. Most would say Bruce’s greatest achievements were found at local baseball fields and hockey arenas, as he coached, mentored and loved everyone he came in contact with. He will be greatly missed. His wisdom and advice will live on in our hearts. Husband, Father, Dad, Pops, Grandpa, Great-Grandpa, BopBop, brother, uncle, friend, buddy and mentor are a few of the names that we can use to describe Bruce. But the most deserving is “LOVED”. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or service. Celebration of Life to be held on Sunday, February 20, 2022. Please contact PJ at pjlamoure@gmail.com for more information. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to local minor sports.
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
CKPL winter reading contest C H AT H A M - K E N T The contest started Feb– There is no place like ruary 1 and runs until home on a cold winter March 31 for ages 16+. day! Chatham-Kent PubTo participate, pick up a lic Library invites patrons punch bookmark at the liProof obituary run Wheatto participate in its of Winter brary –to including Reading Contest. ley Library’s temporary
branch at 108 Talbot St. E. – and receive a punch for every visit you make. Three punches will get you the opportunity to enter the contest. Each branch will have a
‘snow-tastic’ winter prize pack featuring warm and fabulous locally featured items. To find out more about programs and events at CKPL, visit www.ckpl.ca.
February 9, 2022 Southpoint Sun $200, plus $26 HST = $226 Any changes please email sun@southpointsun.ca Thanks.
Dean Williams
With broken hearts we announce the passing of Dean Williams, 67 years. Passed away on Friday, February 4, 2022. Predeceased by his parents, Lewis and Shirley Williams. Loving father of Shantelle (Roger) and Kim (Gordon). Dear grandfather of Bianca, Lloyd, Kyle (Carlie) and Kaullin (Melissa). Dear brother of Renee Riley (Clare), Mark Williams, Louann Williams. Loving uncle, great-uncle and great-great-uncle to many nieces and nephews. Special family friend Lynn Gillanders. Cremation has taken place. A private family service was held. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Heart & Stroke Foundation by contacting Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Friends may share memories and make donations at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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September 24, 1943 – January 31, 2022
$200, $26 = $226 It is with great plus sadness thatHST we are announcing the loss of Brian Geddes at the age ofAny 78. Hechanges left us peacefully please email on Monday, January 31, 2022. sun@southpointsun.ca Cherished husband of Carolyn Thanks. (nee Binks) for nearly 60 years. Loving father of Sean and Lynn Geddes, and Lorianne and Joe Granger. Proud and loving papa of Tanner and Jaycie, and Sarah and Amanda, and great-grandpapa to Emmerson and Enna. Brian was a lifelong resident of Romney Township and enjoyed working the family farm at Coatsworth. Through his work as a mechanic, he built lifelong friendships with coworkers and customers. He had a great love for the game of hockey, was a devoted Leaf fan and was the #1 fan watching his grandchildren on the ice. Saturday morning crop tours were a weekly highlight for Brian, coupled with his frequent coffee meetings with many friends where world problems were often solved. Cremation has taken place, as per Brian’s wishes, and a private family service will take place at a later date. Our family extends a sincere and heartfelt thanks to the staff and nurses of Erie Shores Hospice for their tremendous care and kindness towards Brian and the family. For those who wish, memorial donations can be made to the Erie Shores Hospice or charity of choice. Family and friends are invited to share their memories at www.reaumefh.com
Gloria Brenda Sove
April 30, 1948 – January 30, 2022 It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Gloria on Sunday, January 30, 2022. Gloria Brenda Sove (nee Allan) was born in Windsor on April 30, 1948 to the late Thomas and Brenda Allan. Predeceased by her husband Todd. Gloria was a loving of obituary to run mother toProof her daughter Cindy Nicholson and a devoted sister to Julie Bonneville. Gloria was adored by her nephew and niece Scott and Jennifer Bonneville, February 9, 2022 and her greatnieces and great-nephew Sarah, Stephanie, Thomas, Emily Southpoint Sun and Audrey, and her family in England. $200, plus $26 HST = $226 Gloria had a special place in her heart for animals and opened her home to many cats and dogs over the years. In lieu of Any flowers,changes donations please can be made in her memory email to Safe Haven Farmstead and Rescue, and the Humane sun@southpointsun.ca Society. Thanks. As per Gloria’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice (Leamington) 519-254-2585. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.simplechoicecremation.ca
Maria Dos Anjos Mendonca
Maria Dos Anjos Mendonca, 72 years, passed away peacefully at the Leamington Mennonite Home on Friday, February 4, 2022. Daughter of Proof of obituary to Maria run Ameila Dias. Beloved wife of the late Jose Mendonca for 52 years. Loving February 9, mother 2022 of the late Paul George Mendonca, Frank Southpoint Sun Mendonca ( Janice) and Jeannie $200, plusVan $26Kempen HST = $226Cherished (Tony). Avo of Kayla (Riley), Josh and Emma, great-Avo of Kashlyn, Any changesand please email Aiden and Lennon. Dear sister of Celina Almeida, Fatima sun@southpointsun.ca Costa, Adelaide Botelho and the late Elias Dias. Maria will Thanks. be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A special thank you to all of the staff of the Leamington Mennonite Home for your love, care and compassion. Maria immigrated to Canada in the late 1960s. She had a huge heart and loved her family, especially her grandkids. Family was the most important aspect of her life. Maria touched many people and made a big impact on their lives. A private family service was held with entombment at Erie Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Michael’s Parish or the Leamington Mennonite Home by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Share words of comfort or make a donation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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