10 - Southpoint Sun
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Hospital loosens visitor restrictions
LEAMINGTON – Due to the continued reduction in COVID-19 cases in the community, Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) has further loosened restrictions that were in place on visitors to the hospital. Effective July 8, ESHC is now allowing two essential visitors per day per inpatient between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. The visitors are allowed to visit at the same time. Essential visitors are still restricted if they are under 18 years of age, are
symptomatic, have been outside of Ontario in the last 14 days, have tested positive for COVID-19 or have had close contact with a confirmed case or probable case of COVID-19. Additionally, visiting is restricted if you’ve had close contact with a person with an acute respiratory illness who has been outside of Canada in the 14 days before their symptom onset. The hospital is giving special visiting time considerations for one designated person who is vis-
Eddie Biekx
April 14, 1950 - July 7, 2021 Eddie Allan Biekx rejoined the love of his life on Wednesday, July 7th, 2021. Son of the late Edward and the late Shirley (nee Setterington) Biekx. Loving husband of 28 years to the late Judy Lynne Biekx (nee Graham). Devoted father to Mark Biekx (Beverly), Tracey McKeen (Chris), Jeffery Biekx (Chelsey), Jennifer Biekx ( Justin) and Scott Biekx (Natasha). Special Papa to Kayla, Tosha, Nevena, Logan, Monica, Kaylee, Brooklyn, Ryleigh, Kaiden, Clayton and Oliver. Remembered by his siblings Gene Biekx ( Judy) and Janet Pepper (Scott). Predeceased by his father-in-law Ronald Graham and mother-in-law Irene Graham. Beloved brother-in-law to Debbie Moody (the late Casey) (Dave Ferguson), Laurie Pearce, Dale Graham and the late Sandy Reaume (the late Frank Scott). Dearly remembered by Tyler, Becky and Kristin Oliphant. Eddie will be greatly missed by his friend Sergio Sauter and by his extended family and friends. Eddie was a devoted truck driver for over 45 years traveling all over North America. Even in his retirement, he enjoyed riding shotgun with his son Jeff “Charlie.” Eddie was Leamington’s best shortstop and admired baseball coach. Donations to the Jumpstart Sport Relief Fund would be greatly appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice (Dougall), 519-254-2585. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.simplechoicecremation.ca
Harry Wiens Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his Saints. (Psalm 116:15) Harry Wiens, 88 years, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2021. Beloved husband of Eva Wiens (nee Neufeld) for over 65 years. Loving father of Shelley (Dan) Caron, Greg (Delores) Wiens and Sandra (Gary) Blad. Cherished Grandpa of Matthew, Sheldon, Bethany, Rebecca, Carolyn, Corey, Troy and Cassandra and 11 great grandchildren. Dear brother of the late Nick (late Irene) Wiens, late Nettie (late Abe) Dyck, Irene (late Alden) Clark (late Fred Morley), Jake (Louise) Wiens, late John “Red” (Gertrude) Wiens, Ann (Harvey) Neufeld, Harold (Diana) Wiens. He will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Harry worked at H.J. Heinz company for over 20 years before operating businesses on his own. Harry lived for spending time with his family and faithfully serving his Lord. A private graveside service was held to celebrate Harry’s life at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations made to the Leamington Mennonite Home would be appreciated by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
iting a woman in labour, accompanying a COVID negative emergency department patient, a parent/guardian of an ill newborn, youth or child, or a support person for a patient with dementia/ cognitive impairment with management approval. Visiting restrictions remain in place for COVID-19 positive/suspected patients or patients in the ICU. Family members who have a patient in the hospital’s care can expect to be contacted by a Patient-Family Liaison to book a time to speak to their loved ones
through technology such as iPads. While the restrictions noted above apply to most patients, there are some instances where the restrictions apply differently. More details can be found on the COVID-19 visitor page https:// www.erieshoreshealthcare.ca/visitorhours. All outpatients and visitors continue to be required to wear medical-grade masks (no cloth masks) upon entry to the hospital, and are reminded to wash their hands before entering and after leaving a patient room.
Leamington drug bust
LEAMINGTON — On July 12, at approximately 6:24 p.m., members of the Leamington Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a suspicious person call to a business on Erie Street South in the Municipality of Leamington. Proof of obituary to run Officers located two males in a motor vehicle in the parking lot of the business. 14, 2021 As a result, the July investigation revealed approximately $11,500 worth of illicit drugs were Southpoint Sun located. A 33-year-old from Leamington, has been charged $100, of plus $13 hstI=substance $113 for the purwith possession a Schedule pose of trafficking-opioid (other than heroin), possession ofAny a Schedule I substance for the purpose of changes please email trafficking-cocaine, and failure to comply with release sun@southpointsun.ca order - other than to attend court (two counts). Thanks. A 34-year-old from Leamington, has been charged with possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking-opioid (other than heroin), possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking-cocaine. The accused have been released from police custody and are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Leamington on September 6, 2021.
Anne Horne (nee Palesh) Born November 22, 1933. Passed away on Wednesday July 7, 2021 at her home. Belovedof wife of the late to run Proof obituary George Horne (2007). Dear mother of John (Renee); James (Miriam); Linda Dick (Mark); Ronald ( Janice) and Laurie Horne-Klassen (William). Survived by July 14, 2021 15 grandchildren andSouthpoint 8 great-grandchildren. Sun Dear sister of Andrew (Blanche) Palesh and Susan Krizan. Predeceased plus $13 hst(nee = $113 by her parents$100, John and Susan Palesh Valent) and her siblings John, Michael, Mary Bachik and Ella Palesh. She also leaves behind nieces, nephews and extended Any several changes please email family and friends. sun@southpointsun.ca Visitation was held at Kendrick Funeral Home, Kingsville on Friday July 9,Thanks. 2021, from 4 to 8 p.m. A private family service took place with burial following at Greenhill Cemetery. Throughout Annie’s life, she lived by helping others and was always there to lend a hand. In honouring Annie, please bring a donation or a canned good for the Kingsville Food Bank or a donation to the Kingsville Horticultural Society. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.Kendrickfuneralhome.com.
BEATING THE SUMMER HEAT WHEATLEY – Sisters Maddie, age 3 (left), and Clara Brown, 4, had a blast last week playing on the homemade slip ’n slide their dad Tommy rigged up on the hill at their home in Wheatley. Kids and adults alike got in on the fun as temperatures hovered around 90ºF. According to Clara, it was the “BEST DAY EVER!” Photo submitted
Jacob Gossen Jacob Gossen, 71 years, passed away peacefully after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease at the Leamington Mennonite Home on Thursday, July 8, 2021. Son of the late Jacob and Anna Gossen. Brother of the late Astrid (Walter) K o o p , late Kurt Gossen, Paul (Cathy) Gossen, Frieda (Frank) Mora. Brother-in-law of Margaret McRae. Jake will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Jake was a lifelong farmer. He was an active member of the North Leamington United Mennonite Church and did Proof of obituary to run extensive work with the youth groups. Jake loved to travel the world and made many lifelong friends. Jake was a very generous person giving many2021 causes. Julyto14, The family wishes to thank the staff of Chartwell Southpoint Kingsville Retirement Home Sun and the Leamington $13 $113 Mennonite$100, Home plus for their carehst and = compassion. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Monday, Any changes please emailJuly 19, 2021 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. sun@southpointsun.ca Funeral Service to celebrate Jacob’s life is on Tuesday, July Thanks.Evergreen Memorial Park 20, 2021 at 10 a.m. Interment Cemetery. Link to funeral service live stream available at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Due to COVID restrictions, visitation and funeral service is limited to a specific number of visitors. Only those with an appointment will be allowed in. Please book an appointment for visitation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Everyone must wear a mask. If desired, memorial donations made by cheque to the Leamington Mennonite Home or UMEI would be appreciated. Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
