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Emotional call for Hogs 50-50 raffle winner

By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — When Dennis Dowker’s phone rang around 11:15 am on Friday, December 31, he was in the kitchen tending to his cats, Martini and Rossi.

When he answered it, an unfamiliar voice on the other end surprised him with the news he had won $90,775.

“It was quite emotional for me,” he said. “I was totally surprised.”

Of course, on the other end was none other than Joe Oswald and the rest of the Hogs for Hospice committee, doing their holiday good deed by awarding such a hefty sum.

Dennis Dowker has lived in Leamington since 2016 and is the first Leamington resident to capture the Hogs 50-50 raffle.

The call was an emotional one for Dennis, as the Erie Shores Hospice holds a very special place in his heart.

“It’s a wonderful place with wonderful people,” he says.

His partner, Sandy Morgan, passed away at Erie Shores Hospice in December 2020, leaving Dennis to ponder his future without the love of his life.

He and Sandy had often joked about winning the Hogs raffle

and buying motorcycles.

“We always had this silly dream that we’d like to have a motorcycle,” he said.

Sandy and Dennis had just returned from a five-week trip to New Zealand when Sandy got his cancer diagnosis.

Sandy had been a popular and beloved member of the community here, after a 33-year career as the research chef for Heinz Canada. He had retired here and met Dennis about 10 years ago. They married in May of 2016 and Dennis sold his place in Windsor and moved to Leamington to be with Sandy.

Now 76, Dennis had grown up on a farm near Erieau and spent much of his life teaching at Fanshawe and Centennial College, Ryerson University and finally St. Clair College, where he was associate Vice President of Academics, working closely with now College President Patti France.

Although he and Sandy only had a decade together, he’s grateful for that time.

“We packed so much living into that time,” said Dennis. “We traveled, we attended all sorts of shows, symphonies and just loved life.”

The two also joined a local cof-

fee group in Leamington. Sandy attended the group every day, while Dennis usually only joined on Fridays.

“That group loved Sandy and have been so good to me since his passing,” says Dennis.

He’s grateful to friends and neighbours, who have kept him busy every day.

“You could not ask for better neighbours,” he says. “Leamington has been a very wonderful place for us to live.”

On Friday, January 7, Dennis was presented with a giant cheque by four members of the Hogs for Hospice Committee and Erie Shores Health Foundation CEO Christine Colautti.

The meeting took place at the Erie Shores Hospice office and things got emotional once more as Dennis shared his stories of life with Sandy and how much the Hospice means to him. It was his first visit to the Hospice grounds since Sandy’s passing.

“This place is so special to me,” he said.

Joe Oswald talked about the special story and connection Dennis has to the Hospice and what it means to the group.

“There is always a great story from each of the winners we’ve

had so far, but your story has a close connection to the Hospice itself,” said Oswald. “That touches us in ways that you can’t imagine. You’re now part of a special fraternity.”

Committee member Donny Pacheco shared a story of his cousin, who passed away at Erie Shores Hospice and left a young family behind.

“This place has touched almost everyone in this community through family and friends,” he said. “This is why we do what we do.”

Christine Colautti was touched

by Dennis’ story as well.

“It is truly a pleasure to congratulate you once again Dennis and thank you for sharing your experience at Hospice and in doing so, honouring the memory of Sandy, “she said.

Dave Hodare and Brian Cornies were the other two members of the committee in attendance for the presentation, with Tim Iles, Benji Mastronardi and Kevin Safrance unable to make it.

Now, with an extra $90,775 in his pocket, Dennis plans on finishing off some renovations to the townhome that he shared with Sandy, and sharing some of his winnings with his two sisters.

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By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — As the Diemer kids prepared to begin remote learning from home last week, their dad Kevin did something special to help with the monotony that comes along with it.

When he noticed that his son Austin’s snow fort was lacking snow to finish it off, he jumped into action, building a unique igloo from a backyard climber, some shrink wrap, five-gallon pails and a few lights.

The result was a fun atmosphere to turn a difficult situation into one that will provide a more positive environment.

“This gets them outside and allows them a place out of the weather,” said

Kevin. “It’s got wi-fi and lights, so they’re good to go.”

Mom Meghan echoed her husband’s sentiments.

“The kids are enjoying it and it’s nice to have something positive to do,” she said.

The family will keep their igloo going for as long as the weather permits and it’s already attracted the attention of their Orchard Heights neighbourhood. Several neighbours have stopped by to have a look at the creation.

In any event, Kevin and Meghan hope their four children can spend some time inside and enjoy the outdoors, which is key to getting through this latest school closure.

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Holiday vacation to Cuba ends in travel nightmare

By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — A local family’s holiday trip to Cuba over Christmas resulted in a travel nightmare after one of them tested positive for COVID-19.

Suzette Smit and her husband had booked their holiday vacation back in the fall, but with COVID cases on the rise in late December, they talked about postponing.

In spite of a travel advisory that was issued two days before they were to depart, the Smits and their two grown sons took all the necessary precautions and decided to go for it.

“We felt all four of us are healthy and double vaccinated,” says Suzette. “We each did a rapid test two weeks prior to our planned trip and again three days before our flight on December 22. We were excited and

ready for some sun, ocean and fun.”

The family arrived in Cuba with great expectations for a week’s stay in Cayo Coco.

“We had a great week,” says Suzette. “The resort and entertainment crew were awesome.”

They enjoyed volleyball, the pool, the beach and went on a deep-sea fishing excursion as a family.

“Santa even arrived by catamaran and all the kids on the beach loved that,” she added. “We were really enjoying ourselves.”

The happiness soon turned to concern as the family prepared to leave the resort and head for home.

On Boxing Day, they endured a long lineup to get their required PCR testing done for their departure on December 29.

The cost was $40 USD per

The room where Suzette Smit had to quarantine was quite sparse with a simple bed and air conditioner. The windows were all louvred and had no glass or screens.

person and results were expected within 24 hours.

Suzette then started feeling unwell the next day, on December 27.

“Monday afternoon I felt flu-like symptoms and decided to do a rapid test and there it was — positive,” she said.

“I ended up doing three rapid tests and all three tests came back positive.”

She felt a sense of dread and anxiety while waiting for the official PCR test results to come back from the resort.

“Tuesday morning we went to the lobby to get our test results, but they were not available,” she said.

On Wednesday morning, with their flight home looming later that day, Suzette went to the lobby once again and received three negative reports for her husband and two sons. There was no such paper for her.

She was told she tested positive for COVID and she would need to go back to her room and wait for an ambulance to come take her to an isolation facility.

“I didn’t say much. I was shocked, surprised and sad,” she says. “Many emotions, lots of tears.”

As much of a shock that she experienced in getting her results, Suzette was not prepared for what lie ahead.

Calls to the lobby to see if her husband could stay in Cuba with her went unanswered. Calls to Sunwing representatives produced delayed responses, so Suzette’s husband and sons had to pack up and board the bus for the airport without Suzette.

She reached out to her travel agent in Canada who explained they couldn’t do anything from Canada. They said they would get in touch with Sunwing and have a representative call her.

Later that day, she got word that her family had all made it back to Canada, which was a relief, but her calls to the lobby to see what their plans were for her still went unanswered. Periodically there were knocks on her door and small samples of food were left outside the door.

Thursday morning at 12:30 am, Suzette awoke to banging on her door.

She was told the ambulance was there to transfer her to the isolation facility. She asked if this

The concrete double sink in Suzette Smit’s room.

was legit, considering what time of the morning it was.

She was told, “Be a nice lady and come to the lobby.”

She was escorted to the awaiting ambulance which had three other people in it — two men and a young girl — all going to the same isolation facility.

Upon arrival at the facility, they were paired off as the two men were put in one room and Suzette was joined by the young girl, an 18-year-old from Edmonton, who was frightened and alone.

When they got to their room, it appeared to be an old rundown resort. The toilet didn’t even flush, so Suzette complained and the pair got moved to another part of the facility, where the toilet flushed but it was otherwise not great.

Only a hand towel was supplied for showering and the bed was hard with thin sheets. The windows had no panes to keep the elements out, only old, weathered

shutters. Suzette and her 18-year-old roommate were eventually joined by another woman who had also been sent to isolation.

Fortunately, the rooms had a balcony so over the next few days the roommates spent time on the balcony, talking to other people who were in the same predicament. They often joked, sometimes through laughter and sometimes through tears, that they felt like they were in jail.

Many of them were dealing with the anxiety of being separated from family and friends, and the uncertainty of not knowing exactly where they were and how long they would be there.

The food was barely edible and drinks were only provided if they were requested. Security sat at the stairwells but not once did a nurse come to see if anyone needed medical assistance.

Suzette found out later that there had been 75 travelers in quarantine at the same facility.

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On New Year’s Eve, Suzette and her roommate were tested again and their results were still positive. It wasn’t until January 3 that she received a negative result and was told she would be able to leave.

“There were tears of joy, clapping and jumping up and down,” she said.

They were directed to pay their bill, which totaled $480 USD for the five-day stay at the isola-

tion facility.

A Sunwing rep in Cuba told them they were booked on flights home the next day, so they were transported to another resort, where an additional night’s stay was $190 USD. The next day at the airport, Suzette was given yet another unpleasant surprise.

“At the airport, I went to check-in for my flight but they told me I’m not

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She was obviously distraught. “I showed her the text from the Sunwing rep that said I am on the list.”

She then called her Sunwing rep in Cuba and he said he was on his way to the airport with the list.

As she waited, her roommate and other familiar faces from the isolation facility arrived and they were told the same thing.

In the end, the Sunwing rep arrived and got her — and the others — onto their flights, but it was one more incident that

contributed to Suzette’s travel nightmare.

Suzette did a PCR test upon her arrival in Toronto on Tuesday, January 4, nearly a week after she was originally scheduled to return home. She received her negative test results on Thursday, January 6 wrapping up a saga that she’ll remember for the rest of her life.

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Frustrating times in Wheatley We’re coming up on five months since the gas explosion rocked the village of Wheatley.

In the grand scheme of things, five months doesn’t seem like a long time.

When you’re out of your home at a moment’s notice, fully expecting to return in a few hours, it would seem like a lifetime.

Frustrations are still boiling over on social media from many of the displaced residents in Wheatley and others who are just as affected by the explosion, who may not live in the evacuation zone. I can’t blame any of them for venting their frustrations.

From the countless business people to tenants, relatives and those very residents who no longer have their homes, hundreds of people are still adversely affected.

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent and Province of Ontario are both working on the situation, with results and solutions coming slower than molasses in January.

Well, molasses in January, how about

that?

As I write this, the municipality has once again sent out an ‘update’ letting people know that another ‘gas event’ is expected any day now. It’s possible that by the time you read this, that event has already occurred.

Really, they’re just guessing and hoping that said gas event doesn’t cause another explosion, which would be certainly catastrophic.

As the media, we were kept abreast of the happenings on a daily — sometimes hourly — basis in the early stages after August 26.

Now, we get one update a week and not much is said.

The residents of Wheatley are given more regular updates and thankfully, two of them work in this office, so I’m able to get information from those updates.

The problem lies in the fact that the updates don’t provide a lot of information that has not already been given.

It’s too bad they can’t give something more substantial on a regular basis.

Remembering Les Emmerson Sadly, just over a month ago, on December 10, Les Emmerson, one of Canada’s very own favourite pop singers from the mid 1960s through the 1970s, passed away peacefully in his hometown of Ottawa at the age of 77.

Born and raised in Ottawa, Les began his musical career as a guitarist in 1964 when he joined the band The Staccatos that featured singer Dean Hagopian, guitarist Vern Craig, bass guitarist Brian Rading and singer/drummer Rick Bell. By 1965, they signed a recording contract with Capital Records and released the song ‘Small Town Girl’ that reached #20 on Can-

ada’s RPM national chart.

Three of their next four singles were also in the top 30 across the nation.

But it was the release of ‘Half Past Midnight’ in the summer of 1966, featuring a beautifully mixed arrangement with layers of harmonies and instrumentations, that catapulted them into the #8 spot on the Top 100 songs in Canada.

In the two years to follow, The Staccatos charted four more singles with only one, ‘Catch the Live Parade’, making it into the top 30.

But changes were coming.

In 1969, keyboardist Ted Gerow joined the

group and Vern Craig left.

At that time, their record producer, Nick Venet, suggested that The Staccatos name sounded dated, so the group agreed that a song written by Emmerson — called ‘Five Man Electrical Band’ — was just the name they needed.

Over the next two years, the Five Man Electrical Band had only one of their seven singles, ‘Private Train’, barely break into the top 30 on Canada’s RPM Top 100. The last of those songs, ‘Hello Melinda, Goodbye’, only made it to #55.

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It’s too bad that with today’s technology, there is no quick and safe solution.

They need to make a concert- Mark Ribble ed effort to find that solution and bring this to a close. at the Legion or the Pogue.

Too many people’s lives hang in the Up until the most recent restrictions, balance. you could still attend Legion meat Property values will take forever to draws at the golf course or have your bounce back, if they ever do. morning Lil Hil’s coffee there. Now, Businesses— that were already afthat’s all gone too. fected by the COVID pandemic — have This list doesn’t begin to touch on the to take stock of whether they can even amount of other retail, personal service think of re-opening. or professional spaces that are now out Two years ago, in January 2020, of business and may never come back.

Wheatley folks had choices to make I can’t speak for any of these business when deciding where to dine in the owners, but I’m sure they have to be village. Would it be chicken and salad pondering their future — once the gas bar at the Car Barn? Perhaps dinner for issue is solved. four at Lucky Wok? Or maybe a large Nobody seems to know when that pizza from Naples/OG. If you were will be — and judging by the lack of upin the mood for smoked meat, maybe dates to the media, the molasses in JanRenny’s was the choice for the day. Lil uary comparison seems to be spot on.

Hil’s provided great choices for breakLet’s hope — for the sake of Wheatley fast, lunch and dinner as well. For subs, — the climate warms enough to allow you had a choice of Subway or MJ’s. We the molasses, and the information, to can’t forget being able to get a cold beer flow. shortened by 45 seconds after two guitar solos were removed, and it was rereleased as the “A” side single.

To kick things off, Windsor’s Big 8 CKLW aired ‘Signs’ and it began receiving enormous airplay in the U.S. where major radio stations, like Chicago’s WLS, also started playing the song. The floodgates opened up for the band with huge airplay and sales of 1.5 million copies in North America. ‘Signs’ reached #3 in the U.S. and #4 in Canada.

For the next three years, the Five Man Electrical Band followed up its success by also having other great hits including ‘Absolutely Right’, ‘Money Back Guarantee’, ‘I’m A Stranger Here’ and ‘Werewolf’.

At the same time, in 1973 — the part I remember most from back then — were the two soulful ballads released separate-

ly by Les that I heard often on 1050 Chum while I was still living with near Toron- Chuck Reynolds to.

One was it brought along a whole ‘Control of Me’ released new fan base to the song. in the spring and the othThen, Fatboy Slim reer was ‘Cry Your Eyes leased a single in 2005 Out’ in the summer. Both called ‘Don’t Let the Man songs showcased Emer- Get You Down’ which son’s smooth talent as a featured a looped sample solo vocalist. from ‘Signs’ that repeatIn 1975, Les and Ted Ge- edly says “and the sign row shut the band down said long-haired freaky until 1986 when they got people need not apply.” together again with four By all accounts, Les was new members to play the consummate profesat festivals and concerts sional who was well-liked from time to time. Wisely, and respected by everyEmmerson had retained one in the entertainment the rights of the band’s industry. He will be sadly recordings and did very missed for that wonderful well with his song-writ- spirit he showed during ing royalties. his many years in the Of course, he also struck business. gold again in 1991 when On the bright side, the the American rock group Rock and Roll Heaven Tesla recorded ‘Signs’ and Band has picked up ansaw it reach #8 on the Bill- other fine member. board Charts. With that,

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Try it at Hyatt! You’ll buy it!

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE Bill Sherk The phone rang. Leamington resident Bob Janzen called to say he was downsizing and wants to give me sales brochures for cars in the 1960s. I invited Bob over and what a collection!

We’ll start with the front cover of the 1965 Plymouth sales brochure shown here. The printing on the hood might be too faint for you to read but I can read it

right off the cover: “Hyatt Motor Sales, Leamington, Ont.” Back in the ’50s and ’60s, Hyatt Motors was the local Chrysler and Plymouth dealer on the northwest corner of Mill and Princess streets. Their slogan was the title of this column: “Try it at Hyatt, you’ll buy it.”

I first became aware of Hyatt Motors in the summer of 1957 when I was 15 and landed my first summer job washing cars at Ray Young’s Pontiac Buick dealership at 11 Mill Street East, right next door to Hyatt Motors.

And Hyatt was

not the only dealer in town with a fancy slogan. Ray Young told everyone: “Don’t drive an old car. Drive a Young car!”

The car on the sales brochure cover is a 1965 Plymouth Sport Fury two-door hardtop: “Available in convertible or two-door hardtop models, it’s a special breed of tiger for a special brand of driver: one who likes to live it up, knowing that all the power and polished perfection of this Plymouth are his to control.”

Three V-8 engines were available for the Sport Fury: 318, 383, and 413. Restored examples are highly collectible today.

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Goodfellows would like to acknowledge and thank the following for their support received in the 2021 Basket Campaign Westmoreland Sales/Topline Farms Plant Products Inc. L.D.S.S. Student and Teacher participation in can drive Jessie Brouwer Southpoint Publishing Inc Southern Logistics Inc Prism Farms Nature Fresh Sun-Brite Foods Inc Weil’s Food Processing Ltd Highbury Canco Bonduelle Canada -Tecumseh Pier-C Produce Food Hub Simpson’s Orchards George Whaley & Sons Ltd Real Canadian Superstore Southwestern Ontario Gleaners Kindred Credit Union Kindred Credit Union Members Hicks, MacPherson, Iatonna, Driedger LLP Leamington Post Office All volunteers who gave of their time, in various ways Joe & Bonnie Bonyai Josephine Evans Pamela Evans Janet Hannigan Peter & Terri Epp Donald Loewen Jill Nicholson Mary & Howard Gabert Joye Walling Ciliska Excavating Vivian Edmondson 2601335 Ont. Ltd Lawrence Gilbert David & Lana Hildebrandt Martin & Suzanne Tiessen Stacy Wallace Larry & Sharon Graff Anna Sabelli Henry & Elizabeth Hildebrandt Lionel & Elsie Aasen

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Leamington resident publishes four books during pandemic LEAMINGTON — JoAnne Southern’s career in the entertainment industry goes back decades as she was once the Pearly Queen and Diamond Lil for the famous Skyline Hotel chain.

Born in Lancashire, England, Jo-Anne came to Canada and formed bands to play in clubs

and hotels and was often featured at the Royal York Hotel in Toronto, along with Skyline Hotels in Ottawa, Montreal and Toronto.

An accomplished pianist and guitarist, JoAnne also began writing in those early days and continues to enjoy writing during these uneasy

JO-ANNE SOUTHERN

No Smoke Without Fire

times.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, in spite of long-standing health problems, she fought back against the pandemic by using the last two years to complete four novels that are currently in release on Amazon.

These four books — The Quandary, Romany Legend, No Smoke Without Fire and A Grievous Burden — join her list of eight previously published novels.

Her first book, Yesterday’s Shadows, brought to life the historic events of British Queen Boadicea’s ultimate defeat by the Romans in 58 AD. She followed up with such titles as The Emperor’s Women, Keeping Mum, Nets of Gold, A

Walking Shadow, Taking Stock, The S.O.B., and Doin’ It. Doin’ It — a novel about a runaway teenager’s life on the streets — is currently being considered for a movie by Hollywood producers.

Her latest four offerings have reflected a more varied look at some of life’s twists through a range of subjects.

No Smoke Without Fire gives readers the revealing story of a grandmother’s past.

In Romany Legend, a family pays heavily for a father’s anger.

A widow sacrifices for her children in The Quandary, and in A Grievous Burden a childless couple adopt, but all is not right.

Jo-Anne and her hus-

band Frank Gilmore have lived in Leamington since 2007, choosing to retire here after closing up their energy efficiency consul-

tancy.

You can find all of her books on Amazon or visit www.joannesouthernbooks.com

Jo-Anne in her entertainment days.

James Reaume

November 8, 1987 - January 15, 2012

In Memory of a Loving Husband, Father and Grandfather In Memory of a dear and kind friend

We can no longer see you with our eyes or touch you with our hands, But we will feel you in our hearts forever.

James Reaume This day is remembered and quietly kept.

No words are needed as we do not forget.

I can no longer see you with my eyes, Touch you with my hands, But I will feel you in my heart... Forever.

Love, The Pulleys

Remembered always, Marlene and Family

Who passed away 10 years ago January 15, 2012

Forever loved & missed.

Mom, Dad, Rylee & Kyle

Bill Gay

Who God called home on January 14, 2021

Happy 50 Golden Anniversary

IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of

JOSEPH & MARY DI MILO

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to our amazing parents

Robin

(CRawfoRd)

February 13, 1956 - January 13, 2019

Thank you for being the greatest parents we could ask for and we wish you nothing but continued happiness.

May God continue to bless you.

From your all so grateful children, Laura, Krista, Darryl, Enza, Melissa, and grandchildren Jasper and Matteo We love you very much!

Three years have passed and it still feels like yesterday... Sometimes we wish for you to be back, but we know you are with us. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.

Until we meet again!

Love Randy & Kids

In Loving Memory of

Edward Enns December 1966 - January 2021

Our beloved son!

We hold you in our hearts While God grants us breath.

Hilda and Walter Enns

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Two local companies spread holiday cheer with groceries have carried out their company Holiday Giveaway, with additional families being sponsored by the employees at SEF and Nature Fresh Farms.

Through the efforts of the company and employee donations, the initiative was able to assist 116 families. Their fundraising efforts helped to bring this year’s total to over $81,000, allowing the company to deliver $700 worth of food and gift cards to each of the 116 families.

Initially beginning as a way for Nature Fresh Farms and SEF to assist families back in 2016, they started to receive a lot of support from their employees asking if they could donate.

With more team members wanting to support a family during the holidays, the campaign has continued to grow, with many grateful families being A sample of the groceries for the Hol- recipients of

LEAMINGTON – For the past five years, Nature Fresh Farms (NFF) and South Essex Fabricating (SEF) have joined together to support families with a Holiday Giveaway.

What initially began as a small company initiative in 2016 quickly grew into a company-wide fundraising campaign that has helped hundreds of families over the years.

On December 23, as part of their Holiday Giveaway initiative, Nature Fresh Farms and SEF distributed food gift baskets and grocery gift cards to several families across Windsor-Essex and Fulton County, Ohio.

This has been the fifth consecutive year they

iday Giveaway.

this kindness.

“This project first began as a company-led initiative and over the years has turned into a company-wide campaign driven by the generosity of our employees,” said John Ketler, company vice president. “Nature Fresh Farms and SEF supports the program, but it is really our employees that are at the heart of its success and have brought it to this point of being able to help one hundred families this holiday season.”

In addition to the giveaway, the cross-company food drive took place over a two-week period where South Essex Fabricating and Nature Fresh Farms employee donations led to a total of 3,043 dry goods collected.

The two companies brought the non-perishable food items to the local Salvation Army in Leamington with Nature Fresh Farms Ohio donating to The Open Door in Delta, Ohio.

Both initiatives were quite successful in providing families with some much-needed cheer this season.

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LEAMINGTON — This ice covered bench out on the pedestrian pier at the Leamington dock provided a cool option for those who wanted to brave the elements on the weekend.

As January turns colder, the ice is finally starting to settle into Pigeon Bay. Photo courtesy of Paul Hildebrand

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Schools to resume in-person learning on January 17

ONTARIO — Reports came out on Monday that Ontario will return their students to in-person learning effective Monday, January 17.

The province halted in-person learning after the Christmas break with an announcement on January 3, due to rising numbers of the Omicron variant.

At the time, it was announced that January 17 would be the target date for return to school, but would be dependent upon COVID case and hospitalization counts across the province.

Ontario reported 16,528 new cases on Tuesday, January 10.

An official announcement from the government of Ontario was expected after the Sun’s press deadline.

Kingsville extends Fantasy of Lights

KINGSVILLE — The Town of Kingsville is extending the Fantasy of Lights Festival by keeping the lights on at Lakeside Park and Cottam Rotary Park until January 26.

The festival was initially set to conclude on January 4.

“We could all use a little extra brightness in our lives right now,” said Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos. “We hope people will see this as a good opportunity to spend more time enjoying the park with their family, get some much-needed exercise, and experience the mental health benefits associated with both those activities.”

Lights and decorations throughout the town will also remain up. The Kingsville Express train will not be operating due to current provincial restrictions.

The town reminds park visitors that outdoor groups are limited to ten people and asks everyone to maintain appropriate social distancing.

Thank You

The Wheatley Community Chest, would like to Thank the entire Town of Wheatley along with all of the continued supporters.

This year has been trying to say the very least, we are sending prayers and strength to the downtown business owners and evacuated home owners and renters. This year has been one of our very best for support of food and toys, this just goes to express just how generous people are in the time of a crisis.

We were a bit late getting started this year as sending request letters out for donations was something we really had to think about. Everyone has been pushed to their limits over the pasted couple of years. First of all trying to manage through covid and now the devastation from the explosion of our entire downtown core. Most of us are wondering what next? Well this was what came next, I had multiple calls, texts and emails from people willing to donate toys, food, money, time and a building to work from. Once again Marie and myself were taken back at the generosity from everyone. Our list starts here, Wheatley Area Public School, East Mersea Public School who held a fund raiser selling Wheatley Strong bracelets and raised a total of $3062.82 plus food, toy and health and beauty aids. The Talbot Street United Church is always very giving with a donation of funds along with numerous volunteers, that have worked with us for years. Even their grandchildren are always there to help. Thank goodness younger hands are definitely appreciated.

Wheatley Community groups including, The Wheatley Firefighters, Wheatley Lions and The Wheatley Swans, Wheatley Legion, Brand #324, Two Creeks association, Friday Night Darts, Wheatley Ladies Breakfast Club. Thanking The Wheatley Golf course and their board for letting us pack our baskets in the downstairs and store food there until it can be transported to The Resource Center. Lil Hills for being so kind and accommodating going in and out continuously. Business donations received from 10-Tech Industrial Inc., Johnson Net & Twine, EDF-Romney Wind, Dillon Consulting, Chatham Ontario (Wendy Belise) Brown, Weil’s Food Processing, John O Foods Inc., Simmons Fishery, Loop’s Fishery, Bowman’s Feeds, Ashley’s Gardens, Wheatley Social Group and Giant Tiger for being more then accommodating and giving us a discount on our entire bill. Personal shopping, adopting families and donations, Lianne Imeson and her many friends have once again shown their support with making Christmas amazing for these families. Wheatley Swans, Kim, Darren and Megan Mercer, Mercers Service Station, shop, wrap and make everything so special. We had 2 young brothers from Leamington that adopted 2 families which was truly wonderful. Dave Bilham sold Wheatley strong ornaments and also gave ornaments to all families receiving a basket. Rob & June Epplett, Roger & Marylynn Dundas, Dale and Ann Pickle, Leonard Omstead, Nancy & Bob Plumb, Julie, Matt & Courtney Reid, Janis and Rob Willan, Lucy Oliveria, Deb & Gary Wenzler, Quinn Bowman for the collection and organizing the Food Drive also suppling us with numerous books, Bill Derbyshire, Bob Toews, Sharon Loop, Karen Gardner, Pam & Gene Pulley, Scott and Nancy Urquhart, Food donated by Leamington Goodfellows, Al Mathews. Shopping and packing volunteers, Tim Jackson & family, Claudette Sykes, Kim Brissette, Chelle Chatterton, Sherry Soulliere, Tyler Clark, Tyler Lamb, Tyler Loop, Mackenzie Loop, Satchel Brower and Kyle Bowman, drivers and delivery crews, Wheatley Shark Team, Gerry Hatt, Wes Brower, Kenny Dawson, Scott Makey & Rob Willan, Adam Hatt, Tyler Lamb, Thomas Matier, Rick Woelk, Terry Taylor, Dave Dent. Please if I have left anyone out at all this is truly not intentional, please accept my apologies.

Just a note to everyone that helped in any way, we actually had families come in to pick up that had been evacuated that actually broke down at the generosity from our community. This year has tested everything we have in us as human beings to help support each other and be Thank full for what we have.

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Clair Chase 1931 – 2022

After a long courageous battle of multiple cancers, Clair Chase has passed away peacefully at Hospice in Leamington at the age of 91, with his children and their spouses by his side. Affectionately known by a lot of his friends and neighbors along Point Pelee Drive and throughout Leamington as “Chase”.

For years Clair could be seen walking his dogs (Boo and Boo 2) along Point Pelee Drive. During the final years of his life, he would spend most of his time on his recliner with his cat Lucky.

Loving husband of Theresa Chase (the 1st Lady of Point Pelee Drive, 2013). Son of predeceased Everett Chase and Helen Chase (Wilkinson). Brother of Jack Chase (2021), Clifford Chase (2015) and Don Chase (2002). Father of Michael and Darlene (Higgins) Chase, Randy and Bev (Lavigne) Chase, Danny and Cathy (Bedal) Chase, Kevin (1988) and Laurie (and Ken Niefer) Chase, and stepfather to Colette Lassaline Cope. Grandfather of Dave and Miranda Bilek (Chase), Jason and Kimberly (Rebelo) Chase, Matt and Shanna Lavigne and Greg Chase, and Jessie and Chantel Cope. Great-grandfather to Chase and Mila Bilek, Tia and Brayden Chase and Zeph Cope. Clair was a loving father and dedicated husband for more than 60 years before his wife passed.

As a dedicated and hard-working employee, Clair worked diligently at the H.J. Heinz company for nearly four decades. A lover of nature and avid outdoorsman who spent many years guiding hunting and fishing trips at Camp Missanabie on Dog Lake in Northern Ontario.

His spectacular garden at home was not only a regular tourist attraction for many travelers frequenting Point Pelee National Park, but also a regular award winner of the Communities in Bloom Award.

For numerous years, Clair and Theresa ran the Park1 Gate Bed and Breakfast where they entertained guests from all over the world. Clair will be missed by not only his family, but a multitude of people that they had worked with and met over the years as a lifelong resident of Leamington.

Thank you to all of the friends and neighbors that took the time to stop in and see Dad at his home especially this past year... the ladies that did the work on his garden in the fall and for the numerous people that kept checking in and dropping off food for Dad. We cannot begin to thank the multitude of hospital staff at Met (8th Floor North), LHIN and Hospice Leamington. Also, thanks to Renee, Dr. Khaleff, Dr. Ropchan, Adam, Hannah, Suzanne, Chelsea, Jessica, Dr. Valcke, Jocelyn, Kim, Kylie, Meghan, Sydney, Brandi, Sue, Kristen, Erika, Nicole, Dawn and Kim, as well as all of the staff and volunteers at Hospice Leamington. Special mention and recognition to Dr. Wendy Kennette – an incredibly kind, passionate, caring and thoughtful professional, whose enduring care helped make it possible for Dad to be as comfortable as possible during his final days.

Visiting is at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Thursday, January 13, 2022, from 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Funeral Service at 7 p.m. Cremation to follow.

Due to COVID restrictions, visitation and funeral celebration is 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.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Erie Shores Hospice (Hospice Erie Shores Campus).

Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca ****** God looked around his garden and He found an empty place, He then looked down upon this earth and saw your tired face.

He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest, God’s garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best.

He knew that you were suffering, He knew that you were in pain, He knew that you would never get well on earth again.

He saw the road was getting rough and the hills were hard to climb, So He closed your weary eyelids and whispered, “Peace be thine.”

It broke our hearts to lose you, but you didn’t go alone, For part of us went with you, the day God called you home.

God’s garden will never be the same, As “Chase” will be there time and time again.

If you require assistance in placing an obituary, please contact your funeral director or give us a call at 519-398-9098

Garry Garraway

Garry “Rooster” Garraway passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at the age of 65.

Dear son of the late Robert and Joyce Garraway. Loving brother of Larry (Glenda), Cheryl (Fred) and Mark.

Uncle of Chris Garraway. He will also be missed by his cat Mildred.

Cremation has taken place as per Rooster’s wishes. Arrangements entrusted to Cremation First (Leamington) 519-398-9188.

Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.cremationfirst.ca

Amanda Reimer

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Amanda Reimer passed away peacefully on Friday, January 7, 2022 in her 99th year.

January 12, 2022 Reunited withSouthpoint her loving Sun husband Ernest. Dear sister of $100, Schlack, plus $13 the late Augusta thehst = $113 late Pauline and late husband Friedrich Gaier, Juliana Rinast Any changes please email and late husband Erhardt, Irene sun@southpointsun.ca Henkel and late husband Heinrich Thanks.

Gurske, the late Albert and late wife Elsa Gurske, the late Edward Gurske, and the late Adolf and late wife Lydia Gurske. She will also be missed by many nieces and nephews.

Amanda was a founding member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by the entire congregation.

Visiting was at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Sunday, January 9, 2022 from 2-5 p.m.

A private funeral was held. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

In memory of Amanda, memorial donations may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Memorial Fund.

Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Cornelius Klassen

It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Cornelius Klassen on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at 59 years of age.

Reunited with his loving parents, Abraham and Maria Klassen. Dear brother of the late Abraham Klassen and surviving wife Helen, the late Jacob Klassen and surviving wife Helen, the late Peter Klassen, John Klassen, Henry Klassen, and Sarah Lowen and husband Jacob. He will also be missed by many nieces and nephews.

Cornelius was the successful business owner of Sun Lite Hydroponics and 1088 Ontario Ltd. Trucking. Cornelius was an amazing brother and will be missed by all.

Visiting is at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. A private family service will be held. Interment at Fairview Cemetery, Wheatley.

Due to COVID restrictions, visitation is 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.

In memory of Cornelius, memorial donations may be made to the Windsor Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation.

Friends and family are invited to share their words of comfort and book a visitation time at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Wednesday, January 12, 2022

Fatal workplace incident LEAMINGTON – On Monday January 10 at 1:30 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Leamington Detachment and Essex-Windsor EMS responded to a workplace incident on Mersea Road

8, Leamington.

The OPP investigation has determined a 27-year-old individual was working on a greenhouse when they fell to the ground, sustaining serious injuries.

The individual was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Ministry of Labour was contacted and is investigating the incident.

Driver of stolen car arrested LEAMINGTON – On January 6 at 8:22 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex Detachment observed a suspicious vehicle which was reported stolen from Windsor.

The vehicle was travelling eastbound on County Road 20 in Harrow.

An officer attempted a traffic stop, but the vehi-

cle fled and failed to stop for police. A tire deflation device was used on the vehicle.

The vehicle was observed entering the Municipality of Leamington on a flat tire. A short distance later it was involved in a collision. A female exited the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot. Officers arrested her

without incident.

A 29-year-old Windsor woman was charged with flight from peace officers, theft of a motor vehicle, and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. She was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

No injuries were reported.

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Letter to Editor

Council should consider photo radar Dear Editor, I do not go out every day, but when I do I can be sure that I will see cars/ trucks/semis running amber or red lights.

The mostly run lights are the ones at the intersections of Erie Street South and Oak Street, Talbot Street East at Lutsch and Erie Street South at Seacliff Drive.

Just last Friday as I was coming up to Erie Street South on Oak Street, lo and behold, two cars and two trucks blew through the end of the amber light and into the red.

And not that long ago, as I was heading down Lutsch coming up to Talbot Street East, I did have the green light but thankfully I had a few feet to go, otherwise, I would have been t-boned by a semi that went right through the red

light.

And I’m sure there are many people who would attest to the fact that they had to jump out of the way for fear of being hit by a vehicle that has run a red light.

I think that our town council should strongly consider putting photo radar on these three intersections, regardless of the cost. The fees for the fines alone would pay for them in no time.

As most of us have heard, Windsor is installing these photo radars on a lot of their traffic lights which I’m sure will put money in their coffers from the fines that are paid.

Hopefully, something is done soon before a tragic accident takes place and a life is lost.

Mary J. MacVicar, Leamington

OPP lay assault and weapons charges LEAMINGTON – Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two people following an assault that took place in Leamington on January 3.

At approximately 10:44 p.m., the Leamington Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police responded to a call reporting an assault that occurred on Oak Street East.

The subsequent investi-

gation by the Essex County OPP Major Crime Unit revealed the victim was assaulted by known individuals and threatened with an edged weapon while inside a motor vehicle.

The victim was able to escape the encounter to seek medical attention and contacted police.

Police arrested and charged a 32-year-old Essex man with assault with

a weapon, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm. He remains in custody until an upcoming court date.

A 23-year-old Kingsville man was also arrested and charged with assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

He will appear in court at a later date.

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109 MERSEA ROAD 6

3 NELSON ST., LEAMINGTON

Michelle Branco*

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1524 RAVINE LINE ROAD, KINGSVILLE

$699,900

Custom built lakefront home built to ERCA standards.

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Thinking of buying or selling a home?

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you are self-confident and know who you are, which helps you take charge of situations. Many people rely on you, and you feed off that accountability.

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TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you may feel like you have to be a mediator between two sides, and that only adds to tension you have been feeling recently. Take a deep breath and a step back.

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VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, someone may try to burst your bubble in the next few days, but you won’t let it get in the way of your lively, imaginative nature.

As time goes by, others will come around.

4.69 Acre Hobby Horse Farm features 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, family room w/ fireplace, above ground pool & a pond. You will also love the 56 x 40 ft workshop, insulated w/ in-floor heating, hydro, water & private office. Also a 40 x 32 ft insulated horse barn w/ 2 horse stalls, hayloft & hydro & water.

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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, the last thing you want to do lately is slow down, but you may have to do just that or special moments may pass you by. Carve out time to spend with loved ones.

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Attention Retirees & First time Buyers! Brand new Ranch home all on one floor has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large open concept living room and kitchen with dining area. Also features large laundry room with access to high & dry full concrete crawl space, great for plenty of storage. This home is waiting for you.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, someone is trying to stay on task this week but you are all about a less serious approach. Let others focus on the tasks at hand, even if you can’t.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, technology is designed to make processes easier, but you may find you get fouled up by devices this week. Try doing things the old fashioned way for a bit.

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Additional Executive Building Lots being offered in Phase 2 of Golfwood Lakes Development. Build your dream home.

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Be your own Boss! Retail Store with convenient corner location between Leamington and Wheatley, many updates, bright and clean storefront with paved parking lot.

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AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, what you see in the mirror just isn’t matching up to what you’re thinking in your head. Look to wise friends for answers as to why this is.

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PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, if you are finding difficulty finding satisfaction at work, it may be time to start looking for something new to do. Put out some feelers.

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CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, others may not share your sense of humor. Play to your audience and don’t get too down if some jokes don’t go over well. Consider toning it down for a bit.

LOCATION! Merlin is 10 minutes to 401, 20 minutes to Leamington, Wheatley, Tilbury, Chatham, Ridgetown and Blenheim. With ¾ acres zoned M-1 with approximately 80 ft frontage on 2 major streets in Merlin. It has 3840 sq ft with 1600 sq ft of insulated shop or retail and 2240 sq ft of warehouse, 200 amps, gas radiant heat and sewers.

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CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, a get-together with loved ones could do everybody some good. You may need to find the secret that can pull them everyone together, even if it’s only for a day.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, a friend of yours may be feeling like a third wheel on group outings. Consider playing matchmaker, or make plans for a get-together with just this individual.

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Prime commercial space available for lease! 6,000 sq. ft. of C1 space that can be sub-divided to suit multiple businesses.

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739,900

559,069

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Brand new semidetached home with 4 beds, 3 full baths, primary suite with ensuite & walk-in closet & fully-finished lower-level. Available April 2022!

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4,499,900

$

1st-time sale of a thriving family-owned/ operated park & zoo! Home to over 450 mammals, birds and reptiles, this 50-acre property includes a souvenir shop, Duffy’s Bar & Grill, picnic/play area, splash pad, 3 pavilions, single-family home, several outbuildings & more.

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699,000

Lot 26 grandview, kingsville

449,900

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2,500/mth

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ONGOING MUSICIANS AND SINGERS WANTED at the Leamington Half Century Club to join in the weekly singalong every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Drop in if interested (160 Talbot St. E.). Call 519-326-2521 for more info.

ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-7907739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com T.O.P.S. - Take Off Pounds Sensibly Meetings are held every Tuesday evening at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. Weigh-in from 6:00 - 6:45 p.m.

Meeting 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. First meeting is free. For more inforamtoin call Joan at 519326-2388. Everyone welcome.

ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS Meeting online at 6:00 p.m. every other Wednesday.

Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment.

Next meeting is 19th. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores. toastmastersclubs.org and click on Contact Us. 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.

DONATE BLOOD - Leamington Blood Donor Clinic - at the Leamington Lebanese Club, 447 Hwy. 77 Leamington. 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. Book ahead. Book now. Visit: blood.ca or

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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 p.m. Food is available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish 226-340-7233, Salvation Army Food Bank, 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.

IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519999-1234.

MELO CLINIC & PREGNANCY CENTRE, 75 Erie Street South, Unit 103, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses.

Pregnancy tests, STI testing & treatment.

Call 24/7 for confidential support 519-3260612. Business calls 519-326-3821. www. pregnancycentre.net.

KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE PROGRAMS - Located at 1860 Division Rd N., Kingsville. Call 226-773-5830 for more information. Counselling Service with Diane O’Brien — Diane provides counselling in many areas by appointment only. Milk Bag Creations — Help turn clean milk bags into woven mats to be used by those in need. 10 am until noon. Yarn Social Time — Bring your project and enjoy time with others. 10 am until noon. Tuesdays & Thursdays: Centre

Café – gather to meet friend or just have a coffee and snack on us. Free wifi. 9 am until noon. Advocacy Services — Confidential assistance to help you access available services. 9 am until noon. Computer Kiosk — Use of computer for residents for such tasks as completing a resume, printing off documents etc. 9 am until noon. Tai Chi — A class for everyone. Join instructor Greg as he leads the class through various tai chi moves. 10 am to 11 am. Self Defence — All ages and skill levels. Greg kicks it up a notch with karate style moves. 10 am to 11 am. Tutoring with Jennifer — Math and language tutoring for children in primary/junior grades. Contact the centre to reserve. 4 pm.

RANDY ATKINSON FUND provides money for extras that OHIP doesn’t pay for or to help with unexpected expenses for cancer patients (e.g. hospital parking etc). If you, your group or organization would like to have a speaker explain the fund and its availability in this area, call 519-682-2580.

PLAY ROTARY TV BINGO GAMES Tuesday nights, live on TVCOGECO from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Can only be viewed in ChathamKent viewing areas. Support the community and purchase your cards from Adamson Guardian Drugs, Wheatley. Pick up your cards early! Play 5 different games on 3 faces in 1 hour. $3 for 15 ways to win and $2000 in prizes.

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To place your event in the Community Calendar Phone: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca or drop off at 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5, Leamington

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Memories of...

Kingsville, Leamington and Wheatley

Dusting off the memories Wednesday, January 12, 2022

Southpoint Sun - 17

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 The 1st and 2nd Kingsville Browniesas providing were guests of the Bozo the Clown showa luncheon menu. Speed at CKLW studios in Windsor on Januaryboat rides 3. Mrs. John Havlik, leader of 1st Kings-were available ville Brownies and Mrs. John Bonkink,from the Cedar leader of 2nd Kingsville Brownies, ac-Beach Drug Store for 50 companied 45 Brownies for the pro-cents a ride gram. Grand Prize of an Easy Bakefor summer Oven was won by Susan Glass and avisitors renting gym-gym set was won by Cathy Bailey.a cabin or for cottagers not Several prizes were won by additionalowning a boat.

Brownies during the show’s contests. 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 —— or early 1950s. was at one time situated at 17 Chestnut Street, which was the location of This1940s charming cottage/home The U.S. Lake Survey Monthly Bulle-the late

Looking back

From the Leamington Post January 9, 1969 Leamington District Secondary School students swept all the prize money in the recent essay contest held by the Essex County Associated Growers. Winner for the second year in a row was Grade 13 student Jim Mastronardi, who received a $50 prize for his essay about research and marketing. Runner-up was Judy Hacker, who received $25. Third prize of $15 went to Anita Warkentin, while Greg Hatt received the fourth prize of $10.

—— After a decade of indecision, Mersea Township will get a zoning by-law sometime within the two-year term of new Reeve Clint Tofflemire. Mr. Tofflemire pledged to have a zoning by-law passed soon and said that zoning for future land use had been tossed about for years.

—— Fire caused more than $45,000 in property damage last year in Mersea Township, according to the annual report

by Fire Chief Murray Cascadden. The Leamington department had responded to 39 calls over the course of 1968 in the township.

—— The foursome of Peggy Dunmore, Gladys Enns, Louise Fox and Rita Claxton captured the Diana Sweets Trophy, symbolic of the ladies championship at the Sun Parlor Curling Club.

—— Four area residents will be among eight people honoured at the annual dinner of the Essex District Council, Boy Scouts of Canada on Monday evening in Kingsville. Long service awards will go to John Surowaniec, Eugene Barna, R. Glynn Nelles and Mrs. Billy McDonald.

—— Leamington’s Mike Sherman leads the South Essex Hockey League in scoring as it reached its 2/3 mark of the season.

Sherman’s 32 points in 12 games towers over his closest competitors, teammates Jim Roberts (24) and Jim Banyai (23). In goal, the league leader is Paul Reid of the Wheatley Omsteads, who sports a sparkling 3.08 goals against average. Ed Patkau of the Leamington A&W Indians is close behind at 3.45.

—— Two Leamington Legion Midget players are among the top scorers in the Bluewater Hockey League this season.

Colin Wood and Michael Klym sit tied for fourth in the league scoring with 21 points each. They follow three Riverside players in the scoring race in Bill Salzer, Pat Boutette and Nick Natyshak.

From the Kingsville Reporter January 9, 1969 In a business deal completed last week, Lyle Statham sold his shares in Statham’s Pharmacy Ltd. to his two pharmacists, Allan Harris and Harry Wilson. Mr. and Mrs. Statham came to Kingsville in 1937 and purchased the drug business from the late R.H. Pickard.

tin of Lake Levels for December shows that the Great Lakes levels are already above their 10-year averages. Lakes Erie and Superior are 10 inches higher, while Huron and Michigan are 17 inches higher.

—— The Kingsville Friendly Club meets every Tuesday and Friday at the Lions Club Recreation Centre where you can enjoy cribbage, euchre, shuffleboard, darts and sing-song. Doris Sharpe and Alex Stockman both won prizes playing euchre last week.

—— There will be keen competitive curling at the Kingsville Curling Club next week when the local club will host playdowns for the Southern Ontario ladies curling division District Number One. Windsor, London, Blenheim, Sarnia, Leamington and Kingsville will participate it will be double knockout events with eight rinks playing.

the Kingsville Reporter from around 1960 to 2021. A member of the public has come forward with the information that the house was originally the residence of the Stan Carter family and was moved to its A Look Past courtesy Scott Holland present locationat on Leamington’ Division South, justsnorth of, and adjacent to,of theC. Royal Canadian Legion. It is now missing the front porch. The exact date of the photo is unknown.

Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection January 7, April 1973: 1987 - This Buckingham huge “Frosty” Real Estate was built with edged Gulliver the help of Insurance 2-1 to win the Midget Kimberlee hockey trophy.

Dzenedoj, age 2 At Mississauga, left is captain of Ken Dick who and Shawn scored both Palichuk, age 3 goals with coach of Leamington.

Randy Critchlow.

The huge “Frosty” could be seen at the residence of Jim and Mary Palichuk of Oak St. West.

9 Years Later Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989 From the Wheatley Journal Clippings from the Wheatley Journal January 12, 1978 Some things a guy runs across just have to stop and make you think that there is still hope for mankind. The most recent instance comes from Harry Lynn in the form of a note he received just before Christmas, dated December 22, but was not signed. It read: “I bought a bit for a horse’s bridle some time ago from your father and forgot to pay for it.

I happened to think that I had not paid him. Your dad would have had a good laugh about this if he were here as we always got along well. The bridle bit was 15 cents at the time. Thanking you, I have enclosed three 12 cent stamps to take care of it.”

January 2002 - Four dedicated golfers have compiled an outstanding record of fundraising over the —— past seven years. The Longest Day of Golf held at golf courses each year is dedicated to fundraising for the Cancer Society.- Wheatley’s “Fab foot Four”after have foot played hundreds the of holes togetherevening at the Talbot Trail The Leamington Roma Club boardSubmarine cycling Ditches rose following Thursday rainfall each year to raise a grand total of toward the abattle cancer.

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Last season he had moved to the Diez Limberg Rockets in the German Oberliga, where he scored 36 goals and added 21 assists in 37 games.

Deggendorf’s Director of Sports, Thomas Greilinger, was happy to have Matheson aboard.

“It was important to us that we get a player who has experience in Europe and especially in Germany,”, said Greilinger.

“With Cheyne, we get a striker who is always good for a goal, who is currently in great demand, but is hard to find on the market. We are therefore very happy that the commitment worked.”

Matheson is expected to make his debut with Deggendorf on January 14.

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The 1991-92 Wheatley Oldtimers, fresh off their win in Sault Ste. Marie. Back row are Bruce King, Abe Kakepetum, Jack McKinlay, Art McDonald, Max Riediger, Jim Simpson, Hugh McDonald, Dennis Conlin, Larry Bellerose and Andy Palcic. In front are Jim Sudds, Dennis Jackson, Rick Thompson, Wayne King, Grant Bowman and Frank Kaminwash.

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WHEATLEY — In 1992, the Wheatley Oldtimers brought bragging rights back to Wheatley after going 4-0 on the weekend and winning the Regional Molson Canadian Championship.

The first game ended with Wheatley defeating Manitoulin by a 6-4 score. Art McDonald had a pair of goals, while singles were scored by Hugh McDonald, Jim

Sudds, Rick Thompson and Jack McKinlay.

The North Shore Oldtimers were the next opponents and Wheatley skated away with a 5-1 win. Thompson, Sudds, Max Riediger, Dennis Jackson and Hugh McDonald scored the goals.

Wayne King picked up the win in goal.

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Our community is known as the Greenhouse Capital of North America, with a higher concentration of crops under glass than anywhere else on the continent. There are many important roles needed to bring nutritious vegetables from farm to fork, and Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers employ over 1400 people across Ontario, many of whom live right here in our community. Greenhouse farms require a wide range of expertise, to grow, package, sell and ship produce all across Ontario and beyond.

The growing team plants, monitors, and harvests the tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers throughout the season. They also coordinate with the sales and marketing teams to ensure that enough fresh produce is available to meet the demand of stores and restaurants while eliminating as much food waste as possible. Crop protection technicians carefully mon-

itor the plants to ensure that any issues are detected early and can be mitigated before affecting the crop further. Production managers ensure that everyone on the farm is working together and that deadlines will be met. They ensure that the vegetables are ready when needed and they arrive to consumers as fresh as possible.

Once the vegetables are harvested, they move to pack lines where they are packaged and prepared for shipping. The logistics team ensures that all the veggies make it to their destination quickly and efficiently. A lot of work goes into getting fresh produce where it needs to be so that customers always have access to fresh Ontario produce year-round. There are so many hands and skills needed to make this a reality daily… every day of the year.

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ers and their teams do to make Canada’s food system strong, sustainable, and resilient. In our upcoming features this year, we’ll take a further look into the various roles and careers that bring delicious Ontario greenhouse vegetables to shelves near you.

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Charity Spotlight At Mucci Farms, we are passionate about growing a new generation of passionate produce industry professionals.

With numerous career opportunities and rapid expansion of our company, providing assistance to students aspiring for higher education is something we value at the highest levels of our organization. No matter your major, apply for the Mucci Farms “Grow With Us” Scholarship today! Successful applicants will also have access to internship programs to apply their skills! The Mucci Farms Grow With Us Scholarship Fund is open to all graduating Grade 12 students who have been accepted into a Post-Secondary University or College program and who hope to dedicate their future career to the Agriculture Industry. Applicant must be a resident of Windsor-Essex County to qualify. Selected candidates will be awarded a

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January, 24th 2022. For more information or any questions, please contact Jenna Peters at jpeters@muccifarms.com.

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