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By Deanna Bertrand REGIONAL — Celebrating Canada Day with flag waving and fireworks of years past was not on the minds of many Cana• Sciatica dians this July 1, but was instead • Sore Neck a day spent in quiet reflection on • Golfers Elbow the recent tragic revelations in • Back Pain Canadian history. • Plantar fasciitis & More For four local residents, it was spent on horseback wearing orLogo Versions Magna Wave coloured t-shirts in honour Therapy can help! ange of the more than 1,000 unmarked The logo is available in English, French and bilingual versions.graves found at locations of former government-sponsored residential schools in Canada. Book your appointment at Michelle Stein of Leamington www.magnalifetherapy.com said that she wanted to do something to honour the children, “to

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Community donations help firefighters and food bank WHEATLEY — The generosity of the community shone through as the Chatham-Kent Station 20 firefighters and police on scene at the recent Wheatley gas leak benefited from donations totalling $9045. Chair of the Active Citizens of Wheatley, Lauren Anderson, began raising funds to help feed the responders on scene during the 17-day state of evacuation and the community responded. After supporting the families in immediate need and the crews of firefight-

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Hospital staff pulls off surprise wedding for patient By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — When Junior Bickford was admitted to Erie Shores HealthCare on the evening of May 24, he fully expected to be released in time for his wedding on the weekend of June 28, but when his knee surgery infection took longer to heal than expected, they moved the wedding back to July 3. On Friday, July 2, with no release from hospital

still in sight, Junior made a comment to one of the staff that he had to once again postpone his wedding. That comment set the wheels in motion that would culminate in a wedding ceremony on the grounds of Erie Shores HealthCare on Saturday, July 3. Junior’s fiancée, Christine Cowell, was asked to dress up and show up at Erie Shores HealthCare

Will Cowell, right, performs the service, while Christine Cowell and Junior Bickford, seated, take their vows, surrounded by Junior’s children, Nicole, Crystal and Joe.

for 10 am Saturday morning, not knowing what was in store for her. “This came as a surprise to me,” she said before the service. “Junior just said that the staff had something special planned, so here I am.” Once the hospital’s Communications and Public Affairs Specialist, Kevin Black, got ahold of the information, a few phone calls were made and they managed to involve three local businesses in the venture as well. The Flower Shop at Thiessen’s donated flowers, while Lakeside Bakery donated a slab cake with ’Congratulations’ written on it. In addition, the duo of Riley and Kyle from Whiskeyjack Photography donated their time and efforts to give the couple lasting memories of their special day. Junior’s children were all in attendance and excited to help with the celebration, while Christine’s sister-in-law and nephew, Will Cowell, presided over the wedding ceremony. The couple have been

friends for 71 years, going all the way back to elementary school. “We knew each other when we were kids,” said Christine. “After my husband passed away, we reconnected and in January of this year had our first official date.” The pair wrote and recited their own vows, with both of them getting emotional during the ceremony. They finished with a promise to love each other and a kiss, then cut the cake and shared it with their family.

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The family gathers round the newylweds for a photo. From left are Domenic Pezzotti (Junior’s son-in-law), Nicole Pezzotti (Junior’s daughter), Crystal Bickford (Junior’s daughter), Eilleen Cowell (Christine’s sister-in-law), Joe Bickford (Junior’s son) and Will Cowell (Christine’s nephew). In front are Christine and Junior Bickford.

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Hope for return to glory years

Putting Jack Miner back on the world map By Mark Ribble KINGSVILLE — The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation is looking toward the future and Director of Marketing and Fundraising, Tim Dobson, wants to bring back the glory years. “People can’t imagine the history that’s in this place,” he said. “Jack was known the world over.” Dobson doesn’t have to go far to show Miner’s place in history or the popularity of the bird sanctuary which he opened in 1904. Hundreds of pictures, articles and paintings adorn the property on Road 3 west of Kingsville, many tucked neatly away

for posterity. “We want to get people coming back to Jack Miner’s,” said Dobson. “If not to see the geese, to see the history here.” Dobson’s vision of the future includes a large state-of-the-art museum with interactive displays and space for all of Miner’s artifacts, books and possessions. The current museum, a small two-storey building behind the Miner home, has some displays on the lower floor, but the upper floor currently acts as a storage facility. The home, museum, feeding pond and other buildings sit on 420 total acres of land owned by

the foundation, and Dobson is eager to fill those acres with tourists. The foundation runs on an annual budget of $500,000, which is generated through donations and fundraisers. Kennedy Woods, a familiar hiking spot for many locals, contains over six kilometres of trails, with picnic tables spaced throughout the woods for hikers to stop and rest. The trails meander through the vast forest on the south side of Road 3 and it would be normal to see old abandoned farm implements with trees growing out of them.

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As recently as four decades ago, the Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary was the number two attraction in Canada behind Niagara Falls, with thousands of people arriving each year to view the migrating wild geese. There are photos of cars parked along Road 3 from Division Road almost out to the Arner Townline, during migration season. Jack Miner was born in Dover Centre, Ohio, in 1865 and was one of 10 children. From a young age he was interested in hunting and trapping — often skipping school to follow his outdoor dreams. In 1878, the Miner family moved to Canada, settling on Road 3, and Jack worked his fingers to the bone in the family brickyard and opted to spend time in the woods instead of attending school. After his brother Ted was killed in a hunting accident in 1898, Jack Miner decided that it was time to forego the carefree life and give back to the world. So at 39 years of age, in 1904, he bought seven clipped Canada geese and took them to his

pond, hoping to attract other geese. The Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary was born, and his conservation efforts were soon renowned the world over. In 1909, Jack banded his first mallard duck and the rest, as they say, is history. And the history is what Tim Dobson is hoping to capture and appeal to the generations to come. “Most people that are now in their fifties have seen the sanctuary, or at least know a little bit

about it,” he said. “The kids don’t come here as much anymore and we need to change that.” He hopes to appeal to some of the large benefactors in the area to help realize this dream. Dobson is on a mission, along with the rest of the foundation board, to put Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary back on the map, where it so rightly belongs. More information on the annual events, the foundation or to donate, visit www.jackminer.ca. Jack Miner at the pond feeding the waterfowl. Photo courtesy of the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation.

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Memories of... Kingsville, Leamington Memories of... and Wheatley Photos Kingsville, from Kingsville-GosfieldLeamington Heritage Society 1790-2000 A Stroll Through Time and Wheatley

Cedar Beach Drug Store, Wednesday, July 7, 2021 owned by Red Morris, Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives offered drugs, toiletries, china and souvenirs for sale as well as providing a luncheon menu. Speed boat rides were available Mark Ribble from the Cedar I grabbed two Pat Benatar albumsBeach Drug Store for 50 right off the bat with In the Heat of thecents a ride Night and Crimes of Passion. for summer I believe I also ordered Styx Grand Il-visitors renting lusion and Steve Miller Band’s Book ofa cabin or for Dreams, which I already had on vinyl. cottagers not owning a boat. I don’t remember the rest necessarily, The boats be 8taken through Class, the placid canal orBack out into theleft rougher waters of Lake Erie.Frank This 1944could Grade Graduation Kingsville. row, to right: William Wigle, but suffice to say I was able to get myphotograph of an unidentiﬁunknown, ed family, standing outside the Cull, CedarGeorge Beach Drug Store,Gilbert was taken in Havlich, unknown, John Ediger, Steve Dwerka?, Plancke, self some Simon and Garfunkel and Eathe late 1940s or earlyCharles 1950s. Broadwell, Don Bailey, Jack Wigle, Ralph Callaway**, Harley Bailey. John Graham,

Diary of a Columbia House member Imagine being a teenager or young adult and waiting for the mail every month, watching for that large Columbia House Record Club envelope to arrive. I felt like Ralphie from A Christmas Story anxiously awaiting his Little Orphan Annie Secret Circle letter to get my decoder message. Imagine the freedom and excitement of ordering 11 albums for free and getting the 12th for a penny. This was the life of being a Columbia House member. When I filled out my membership form and sent it away with my penny taped to it, I had no idea what future dealings with this company would hold. It was during the onset of cassette tapes as the most popular form of listening to music and I had just installed a cassette playing stereo into the dashboard of my brand new 1980 mustang. It was time to fill up on the likes of Steve Miller Band, Pat Benatar and The Beatles. Oh wait, the Beatles were nowhere to be found on the order form. What gives, Columbia House? After all, I was hoping to fill that little passenger compartment of my new car with the hot guitar licks of Revolution and Back in the USSR. No such luck, kid. Apparently, the Beatles had no deal with Columbia House and their actual albums were not available through the club, as far as I could tell. I combed over the lists as they arrived each month, hoping for a glimpse of Abbey Road. No Yesterday and Today. No Revolver, and certainly no White Album. But you could grab a greatest hits compilations album if you so desired, as long as you were ready to search for it. Needless to say I wasn’t a happy camper. I hoped against hope that Columbia House would eventually see the error of their ways and get the Beatles original albums under their umbrella. Perhaps they did after I excommunicated myself from their grasp. I could get all the Tony Bennett that I wanted, but his version of Eleanor Rigby just didn’t cut it for me. I filled out that first form, ripping the little stamps, licking them and attaching them to the order card.

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gles and eventually, a Beatles compilation that contained the German version of She Loves You, called Sie Liebt Dich. I rounded it out by getting a Village People album for my mom because she loved them and she was supplying the penny and the $1.85 shipping and handling cheque. So what could go wrong? All I had to do was buy eight more cassettes at regular price ($15) over the next three years. A piece of cake. What I didn’t realize is that good old Columbia House employed a negative option billing practice, which meant that every month they sent out a new envelope with the selection of the month. The catch was, that you had to remember to fill out a form if you didn’t want that selection. If you didn’t mail in the form saying you didn’t want it, they sent it to you and you had to belly up to the bar and pay for it. How quaint that I received the Best of Diana Ross and the Supremes and the Top Hits of Rickie Lee Jones, which was basically one song — Chuck E’s in Love. I didn’t want them but got them anyway and was forced to pay for them. So I got very diligent and started to make sure I filled out the monthly forms, rejecting album after album of acts I wasn’t into. I managed to fulfill my membership and got out of the Columbia House Record Club by purchasing another six cassettes on top of the two I didn’t want and the 12 that I got initially. I thought I was free of them until the Columbia House Book Club started sending me envelopes, but that’s a story for a different week. Jim Heyens PUBLISHER

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abundance of produce to create delicious meals to serve to all of their customers, including SECC’s Meals on Wheels clients. “Anything we’re going to use is never going to be on 18 wheels,” said Rogers enthusiastically. “It’s going to come from our farm to our door, we’re going to wash it, clean it, prep it, cook it, and then it will be right in front of our community. Having the meals farmto-table ensures the freshest ingredients, which in turn will provide a better experience for customers. Meals on Wheels provides hot, nutritionally

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Dennis Rogers, owner/operator at Green Heart Kitchen, is pictured in front of the storefront in Kingsville. Photo submitted

APPLYING THE FINISHING TOUCHES LEAMINGTON — With the recent advancement into Step 1 of Ontario’s Roadmap to Reopen, countless Ontarians made their way to their local hairdressers and barbershops for a long-awaited trim and style. Here, Grace Zittlau gets the finishing touches applied by her stylist, Shelby Hunter, at the Hair Café on Seacliff Drive in Leamington. Grace was happy to have Shelby’s services available to her again after such a long time. SUN photo

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CELEBRATING AND REFLECTING LEAMINGTON — While Canada Day was celebrated last Thursday, it was also time for a number of residents to reflect on the residential school issues facing the country. In the photo on the left, Harpreet Singh continued his generous donations of Indian food in his driveway on Joanne Court, with help from his neighbours. This is the fifth Canada Day that

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Harpreet and his wife have fed the neighbourhood. In the photo are, back row, Tony Mastrangelo, Harpreet Singh, Zachary Wiebe and Angelina Wiebe. In front are Joshua Neufeld, Austin Neufeld and Layla Wiebe. In the right photo, this resident celebrated Canada Day with red and white balloons but also reflected with an array of orange balloons. SUN photos

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Danielle Jane Slingerland Daughter of Stephen & Laurie Slingerland on her graduation with Honours from Sheridan College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Brampton, on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 with an Honours Bachelor Degree of Applied Health Sciences in Athletic Therapy. Also, during Danielle’s four years of studies she received the following from Sept. 2017 to April 2021: Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. Entrance Bursary and Glenna Carr - Scholarship. Danielle is the granddaughter of Carol Watson, Larry Moynahan, Henry & Marlene Slingerland, and the late Lloyd Watson. Best Wishes and Love Always, Your Family.

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A little tear falls from our eyes, we swallow hard, try not to cry. We think of you so far away, 25 years ago you died today. Still sometimes when we’re all alone we hope and pray to hear the phone, To hear you say just one more time that we are loved and you are fine. But we all remember this... that Dave you are truly missed. Love Always, Mom & Sisters, xxoo

CELEBRATING CANADA DAY With all our Love, Karen, Cor, Emma and Hannah Kevin and Tobia

LEAMINGTON — Several residents in the area decorated their properties to celebrate Canada Day last week. In the top photo, Santa got into the swing of summer on Hayward Avenue, while in the bottom photo, the residents of this home on Clark Street proudly showed their patriotism. SUN photos

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PRESENTED WITH 50-YEAR PIN

GRAD PARADE IN WHEATLEY WHEATLEY — The Wheatley Area Public School grade 8 graduating class of 2021 was able to have a short socially-distanced reception at Renny’s Village Smokehouse on Thursday, June 24, followed by a grad parade up Erie Street and back to the school. Here the students begin their trek back to the school from Renny’s. SUN photo

LEAMINGTON — Eugene Barna, longtime Scout leader in the Leamington area, was presented with his 50-year pin and certificate at a brief ceremony in the gazebo at Chartwell Leamington on Saturday, July 3. Eugene, who has been at the forefront of local scouting in this area for many years, stood tall with his Silver Acorn around his neck as Scouts Canada officials made the presentation. The Silver Acorn is the highest award given to members of Scouts Canada who have given their time and distinguished service for more than 20 years. Here, Mr. Barna is presented with his 50-year pin and certificate by Tri-Shores Council Commissioner David Franklin, centre, and National Recognition Network member, Sandi Burns. Franklin and Burns made the drive from London to present Eugene with his award. SUN photo

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June Martens-Bachmeier June Martens-Bachmeier was born June 21, 1930. Resident of Chartwell Royal Oak Kingsville. A few days past her 91st birthday June passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Chartwell Royal Oak Kingsville on July 1, 2021. June was married to the late Charles (Sonny) for 55 years. On April 8th, 2006 June was happily married to her second husband the late Peter Bachmeier. Much loved and devoted Mother of Ronald and wife Frances Martens of Comber, Wayne and wife Nancy Martens of Novi, Michigan, Robert and wife Cheri Martens of Leamington and the late Donald Martens (1970). June loved her 10 grandchildren. Proud grandmother of Kimberly (Michael) Martens (Renaud), Kevin ( Jenny) Martens, Karin ( Jeremy) Bennett, Justin (Krystal) Martens, Alyssa (Cory) Mctavish. June also was blessed with 10 greatgrandchildren Kristopher Martens, Madison, Brady and Brendan Martens, Joselyne and Mya Bennett, Easton and Wyatt Martens, Rowan and Titus Mctavish. June will be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor and smile that would light up the room. Above all, her unwavering love and devotion to her family will never be forgotten. A special thank you to all the staff at Chartwell Royal Oak Kingsville for their compassionate care given to Mom/ Grandma/ Great Grandma. Visitation at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, July 7, 2021. Relatives and friends are invited to meet directly at St. Michael’s Parish, 29 Elliott Street, Leamington for Mass of the Resurrection at 10:30 a.m. Burial to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. 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 for visitation and Funeral Mass at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Everyone must wear a mask.

Mary Kotulak Mary Kotulak, 91 years, passed peacefully on Sunday, July 4, 2021 at Erie Shores Hospice. Beloved wife of the late George Kotulak (1985). Cherished mother of George (Helga) Kotulak and MaryAnn Kotulak. Adored grandmother of George Mravik (Michelle), Kathryn Unrau ( Jamie), Mary Poulin (Tyler), Melanie Kotulak, Jennifer Kotulak and George Kotulak (Bailey). Loved great-grandmother of George Mravik, John Mravik, Colin Unrau, Abbey Poulin and Logan Unrau. Predeceased by her parents Samuel and Katarina Rojka, her siblings Paul and Sam Rojka (Yvonne). Will be missed by her cousin Kris Pascoe (Bob), Noreen Pfeiffer, and nieces and nephews Brenda, Kurt, the late Paul, Jerry, David and Danny. Mary immigrated to Canada in 1937 from Yugoslavia. The family took up residence on a farm in Harrow. She married her husband George in 1950 and they were lifelong farmers in Blytheswood, Ontario. Mary maintained the most beautiful farm yard in the area while raising her family. The family wishes to thank Dr. Taylor and Dr. Gow as well as the Erie Shores Hospice for their tremendous care. Visiting at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A private family service to follow on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at 11 a.m. Link to funeral service live stream available at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. 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 for visitation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Everyone must wear a mask. If you wish, memorial donations would be appreciated to the Erie Shores Hospice (Hospice Erie Shores Campus). Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

William Campbell William Alexander Campbell was born October 2, 1942 and passed away Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Sun Parlor Home in Leamington. Predeceased by his loving companion Marjorie Cohoe, his parents Lyle Garth and Marjorie Jean (nee Fox) Campbell, Joey Douglas Proof brother of obituary toCampbell run and niece Amanda Jo Campbell. Survived by his extended family, Gaye DeMers (Gerry) and Kandy Flood, his three Julysister 7, 2021 children and grandchildren, Julie Beaul (Wayne) and sister-in-law Rosemary Campbell (Bob), Southpoint Sunas well as many nieces and nephews. $100, plus $13 hst = $113 Throughout his life, Bill ran a farm tiling business, worked in a furniture refinishing shop and was also employed at Any changes please Weil’s Canning Factory. Bill spent manyemail hours building and remodeling sun@southpointsun.ca the homes he lived in, and working in his garden along with Margie, and when the day was done, Thanks. they enjoyed fishing off the dock at the cottage. Bill always enjoyed a lively conversation, with his unique sense of humour shining through, a glass of fine wine and a good book on history. In his later years, you could always pick Bill out of a crowd as he was known as “The Man with the Hat.” In following Bill’s wishes, a private graveside service will take place at Woodslee United Church Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Sun Parlor Home for Senior Citizens by contacting Reid Funeral Home, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233). Family and friends may share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Brian Edwards

December 25, 1958 – June 27, 2021 It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of Brian Edwards at Victoria Hospital, London, on Sunday, June 27, 2021. Brian will be deeply missed by his partner and best friend, Kim Waugh; his daughter, Ashley (Neil); his son, Eric; and stepdaughter, Kiersten ( James) and granddaughter, Emily. He leaves behind his loving mother, Sandra Bevacqua (late Ken Edwards and late Dominic Bevacqua). He was the dear brother of the recently deceased Kim Colenutt (late Noel Berthelot) and Shelley Gould, who both passed away in January of this year. Brian will also be remembered and missed by his younger brother, Jeff (Mary-Anne); his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Keith and Sonya Grigg, as well as his sisters-in-law and brothersin-law, Laurie (Peter) and Jeff (Michelle). He will also be missed by his many nieces and nephews. Brian was a soft spoken, gentle, kind soul, with a grateful heart and a strong loving spirit, adored by anyone who had Proof ofhim. obituary to run the pleasure of meeting Brian had many passions, but most treasured for him were: dancing with Kim and making her laugh; his three children, Ashley, Eric and Kiersten; July and 7, 2021 his mom and his siblings; boating, fishing, and the Southpoint commitment to lifelong friendships.Sun Brian represented the essence of goodness and loyalty, always willing to do for $100, plus $13 hst = $113 others and be there when anyone needed him. He loved nothing more than fishing on Lake Erie with Kim and his please email friends fromAny Erieauchanges Marina or his hometown buddies from sun@southpointsun.ca Wheatley. Once on the lake, it was nearly impossible to get him to come back in again! He would often say: “Let’s stay Thanks. for just one more hour.” He had a number of great memories of his many boating trips across the lake on the ‘Unnecessary Purchase’ with the gang from the marina. Being on the lake was where Brian loved to be the most. They say when you lose someone great, the heart holds a special space for that person that no one else could ever fill in the same way again; and for all who knew and loved him, that space is reserved for Brian Edwards. Brian’s family is truly grateful for the care that was provided by Dr. Mary Jenkins and nurse Sara Masse. Their commitment to Brian’s wellbeing was deeply appreciated by Kim and Brian during his illness. A private family service will be held at Fairview Cemetery in Wheatley. A Celebration of Life will take place once the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions have been lifted. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Brian are asked to consider the Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario or the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters.

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George Tiessen July 3, 1938 - July 1, 2021

It’s with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father and grandfather George Tiessen on Thursday, July 1, 2021, surrounded by family. Beloved husband of Erna Tiessen (nee Neufeld). Loving of obituary to (Cheryl) run and father of Proof Mark (Graciela), Christopher Brady (Kathy) Tiessen. Loving Opa of Kaleb, Troy, Claire, Diego, Tara, Jack, Mateas, Nadia and Landen Tiessen. Dear July 7, 2021 brother of Willie ( Janet), Edmund (Irma) and Vic (Dawn) Southpoint Sun Tiessen. Dear brother-in-law of the late Henry (Mary) Neufeld and Peter (Sharon) Neufeld. George will be greatly $100, plus $13 hst = $113 missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is predeceased by his parents Gerard (1992), Mary (1993) and AnyErna changes by an infant sister (1939). please email sun@southpointsun.ca The family would like to extend their gratitude to Paramed Healthcare, Dr. David Bayley, Erie Shores HealthCare, Thanks. Windsor Regional Hospital Metropolitan Campus and Erie Shores Hospice for their compassionate care. Visiting at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Thursday, July 8, 2021 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. A private family service to follow on Friday, July 9, 2021 at 10 a.m. Link to funeral service live stream available at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. 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 for visitation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Everyone must wear a mask. If you wish, memorial donations would be appreciated to the Southwestern Ontario Gleaners or Erie Shores Hospice. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Douglas Goodison It is with profound sadness ofweobituary and heavyProof heart that announce to run the passing of a dear and wonderful husband, father, and papa. Douglas July 7, 2021 Brent Goodison, age 71 of Leamington, Southpoint beloved husband of Yvonne (Cote)Sun Goodison. Douglas was born in Leamington September 1949. Son of $100, pluson$13 hst = 14, $113 the late Lois (Getty) and Morgan Goodison. Doug passed away peacefully at his residence in Leamington on, Sunday, Any changes June 27, 2021, with family at please his side. email Loving father of sun@southpointsun.ca Karen (Al-deceased) DeVogelaere, Kelly (Patti) Goodison, Daryl Goodison, Jason Thanks. (Shannon) Goodison, and Julia Goodison (Dan Hamlin). Sadly missed by 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Bob (Shelley) Goodison, Val (Ken) Moulton, Randy (Bev) Goodison, Kevin Goodison, Cheryl (Paul) Knutson, Rhonda (Mark) Chorba, Terry (Sue) Goodison, Jon Goodison and predeceased by a sister Judy Bowman (Duane Hornick). Also sadly missed by several nieces and nephews. Doug was a member of the Wheatley Fire Department for 14 years. He joined the department at the age of 21 and went on to be the youngest captain of his squad at 27. He retired in 1984 from the department. Doug learned many trades over the years. At a young age helping on the family farm, then at 17 took a job on the oil rigs on Lake Erie. Then taking a position at the Bennie Lumber in Wheatley where he went on the be assistant manager for many years. From there he entered the construction field with Pete Hodgson and electrical with Don Johnson. His final resting was at Hike Metal in Wheatley and he retired at the age of 67. A special thank you to the Windsor Essex Hospice and the Paramed nursing team who took great care of Doug. Also to the amazing nurses and doctors at the cancer care clinic. As were Doug’s wishes there will be no funeral home visitation or service at this time. A celebration of Life will be held at a later date for immediate family only. The Hinnegan-Peseski Funeral Home, 156 William St. S. Chatham (519-352-5120) is in charge of arrangements. Cremation has taken place. Donations to the WindsorEssex County Cancer Foundation or the Windsor-Essex County Hospice would be appreciated. Online condolences welcomed at www.peseski.com

Wednesday, July 7, 2021

Hospital holds AGM; names new board

LEAMINGTON — Erie Shores HealthCare’s Board of Directors was named at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held June 29, 2021. The Board is comprised of community volunteers who dedicate their time to oversee hospital governance. Their work includes financial management and oversight, performance monitoring, risk identification and oversight, and strategic planning. The 2021-2022 Board of Directors comprises Kristopher Taylor (Chair), Duffy Kniaziew (Vice-Chair), Dr. Maxwell Abraham, Pearl Davies, Jennifer Dawson, Brian Gray, Grant Maguire, Mike Makhlouf, Jim Stanski, Linda Tiessen, and Mike Wiens.

Despite the most challenging year in the history of the hospital, Erie Shores HealthCare reported a balanced budget in its Annual Report presented to the Board on June 29. “We are very appreciative of the support we have received from the province,” said Kristin Kennedy, President and CEO of ESHC. “I also believe this outcome demonstrates the value and flexibility community hospitals provide to Ontario’s health care system. Everyone at Erie Shores should be proud of this achievement and how it positions us strongly to continue providing exemplary care moving forward in a post-pandemic recovery.”

Summer Eats for Kids provide healthy snack WINDSOR/ESSEX COUNTY – Starting Tuesday, July 6, families in need of a little extra food support can participate in the Summer Eats for Kids drive-thru pick-up program, which provides a weekly food basket of healthy snacks, fruits and vegetables during the summer months when school nutrition programs are closed. The program is geared toward schoolage children and their families where extra food support might be needed to reduce a family’s grocery bill and ensure kids have nutritious food choices, which might come at a higher cost. “For kids who rely on school nutrition programs, summer can be the hungriest time of year,” says Liam Giles-Hayes, Director of United Way programs. “We can help kids be ready to learn this September if we can help boost their nutrition in the summer months.” Locally, families with children are welcome to pick up a free box of food on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Louis Catholic Elementary in Leamington. Registration will take place on location. All staff and volunteers will be

taking the appropriate safety measures for COVID-19. The program runs until August 26, 2021. Summer Eats for Kids is generously sponsored by the Ontario Student Nutrition Program. If you’re interested in volunteering for the Summer Eats for Kids program, contact 519-999-4473 or email nlesperance@ weareunited.com. Anyone wishing to donate or fundraise for the program is encouraged to visit www.weareunited. com/SummerEats. So far, $15,700 has been raised towards the $35,000 goal. Individuals and organizations can also become a Hero for a Day, sponsoring 100 local families for a $2,500 sponsorship. Call 519-259-6189 to learn more. United Way is also collecting new and gently used books to distribute along with the food baskets. Book donations can be dropped off from now until July 30 (Monday 4:30-6:30 p.m., or Friday 12-3 p.m.) at the United Way office at 300 Giles Blvd. East in Windsor. The goal is to collect 5,000 books for students ages 1 to 17.

Browse and Go relaunched at CKPL CHATHAM-KENT – As the Province moves into Stage 2, Chatham-Kent Public Library (CKPL) is offering open hours with limited capacity at all 11 library branches, effective July 6. For the detailed hours of Library Service, contact your local branch or visit CKPL online at www.ckpl.ca. In Stage 2, CKPL will continue to offer the option for Curbside Service, but will also offer “Browse and Go” hours,

picking up holds, selecting library materials, access to computers, printers and photocopiers. Library staff can offer only very limited technology help at this stage. Computer workstations will be available at all branches for 45 minutes appointments, and WiFi stations will also be bookable. COVID precautions remain in place in all library branches: • Please wear your

mask. Staff will be wearing masks and shields as per Public Health measures. • Hand sanitizer will be available upon entry and work surfaces will be regularly disinfected. • Patrons and staff must maintain physical distancing of two metres at all times. • Summer Reading programming, for all ages, is being offered virtually. Contact your local CKPL branch for more

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Writers want to thank good Samaritan Dear Editor: On June 15, we were on the patio at Jose’s Leamington to celebrate our 70th wedding anniversary. Someone must have overheard.

We would like to thank the unknown person who so generously paid for our dinner. How kind of you. – William and Lynn Morris, Leamington

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BILL BAIRD

Sales Representative 519-817-4348

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GARRY CRANSTON

Sales Representative 519-818-4393

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837 POINT PELEE DR., LEAMINGTON

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ATTENTION first time Buyers or Retirees. This 1 1/2 storey home features a main floor Master Bedroom with 2 more bedrooms or 1 very large bedroom on the 2nd floor. A 4 piece bath, large family room with gas fireplace and separate dining room all on the main level. An eat in kitchen and main floor laundry is also on the main level. Enjoy quiet evenings on a large rear deck and all located close to Marina, Point Pelee Park, Erie Shores Golf and more.

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Bring your Commercial or Industrial Business to this High Traffic location across from the Windsor Airport. Approximately 35,360 sq. ft. available including 3,000 sq. ft. of office space. Onsite parking and warehouse has 18’ ceilings and 5 loading doors. CALL TODAY for more details.

800-802 TALBOT E, LEAMINGTON Established variety store on busy Hwy#3 between Leamington and Wheatley. Many updates, bright and clean store front and paved parking on corner lot. Additional rental income with 3 bedroom home & 2 bedroom apartment.

CALL LOUIE OR BECKY @ 519-919-7223

V/L MERSEA RD 5, LEAMINGTON 2 ½ acre treed lot on the corner of Mersea Rd 5 & Highway 77. Offers many possibilities, zoned commercial-septic to be installed. Municipality to approve any site plan and usage of site.

CALL CONRAD @ 519-818-4435

5 MELROSE ST, LEAMINGTON This 3 Bedroom Bungalow is within walking distance to all amenities. It is a nicely decorated home with wooden decks in front and back, vinyl sided, vinyl windows and single car garage.

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VACCINATION CLINIC TRANSPORTATION SECC IS PROVIDING FREE TRANSPORTATION to/from the clinic. Give us a call at 519-326-8629. Please ensure you have an appointment before calling to arrange transportation.

ONGOING MIRACLE MOBILE MARKET - Free fresh produce boxes available in Wheatley every Tuesday from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. at Wheatley Baptist Church, 47 Talbot Road E. You can pick up a box and have option of paying it forward by donating and helping someone else. ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS Meeting online at 6:00 p.m. every other Wednesday. Summer meeting dates are July 7, 21, August 4 and 18. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. 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. 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 4-5pm. Food and clothing are available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish, 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. ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www. alanonwindsoressex.com IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234. 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 Chatham-Kent 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. 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 519-326-0612. Business calls 519-326-3821. www.pregnancycentre.net.

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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3089 seacliff, kingsville

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952 Hiawatha, Wheatley

399,900

78 mill e., kingsville

399,900

Century-home with 4 beds, 3.5 baths, beautiful finishes, large family/sunroom, inground pool, 2.5 car garage, 261’ frontage & much more!

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

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857 Point Pelee, leamington

399,900

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Beautifully restored Century-home with 3 beds, 2 baths, spacious living area, 2nd floor master suite, new wrap-around deck & located on a mature .5 acre lot!

A unique triangular shaped lot on almost 1/3 of an acre (.301), zoned R1-13 allowing for a single family residence and a restaurant!

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New heritage centre at Park Homestead

said it was hard to believe By Ron Giofu Representatives from when a small group gaththe Essex Region Conser- ered roughly one year ago vation Authority (ERCA) to break ground for “this were joined by a small community jewel.” She group of dignitaries in said last August, it was celebrating the grand thought a return to noropening of the new Her- malcy was “just around itage & Conservation the corner.” “Despite the ongoing Centre at the John R. Park Homestead Conservation challenges the community and the world has faced Area. The Stephanie & Barry over this year-and-a-half, Zekelman Foundation are we were forced to make major sponsors of the new changes to everything we facility, with ERCA not- do,” she said. “What has ing the visitor experience remained constant is the begins with “a grand en- community’s value of this trance” to The Stephanie special space.” Jobin thanked the do& Barry Zekelman Foundation Welcome Centre, nors and contributors which includes the Town who stepped forward to of Essex Tourism Hub. assist with the construcExpanded exhibit areas tion of the building. “At a time when contell the story of the Homestead’s past, and the gift nection to the outdoors shop features beautiful and the need for innovahandmade items from lo- tive learning spaces has never been more importcal artisans. The Stephanie & Bar- ant, the Toldo Foundation ry Zekelman Founda- is proud to support the tion Creative Commons Essex Region Conservais the centre’s main in- tion Foundation and our terior teaching space. It students of all ages in triples the site’s current the creation of a unique teaching capacity, and and environmentally conassists in the delivery of scious learning space,” programs where special- said Alex Toldo, a trustee ty equipment, such as with the Toldo Foundamicroscopes, light tables tion. Toldo said the ability and scientific specimens, for children to come outis utilized. The Creative Commons side to learn is something also provides an exhibit he looks forward to seearea where educational ing. “I think it’s fantastic for displays and sensitive historical artifacts can be our community, it’s good displayed in climate-con- for our children and I’m trolled environment, looking forward to seeing ERCA noted. The Steph- it,” said Toldo. The Heritage & Conseranie & Barry Zekelman Foundation Creative vation Centre received a Commons will be used $600,000 grant from the Experiences to interpret the western Canadian basin of Lake Erie and the Fund and Claire Wales, significance of the natural president of the Essex Recoastal processes on the gion Conservation Founregion’s local environ- dation, noted donors not ACCOUNTANT ACCOUNTANT only matched that, but ments. ERCA pointed out the ended up contributing Toldo Foundation Out- $775,000. “Preserving our redoor Classroom and Wildlife Viewing Area gion’s heritage is one of theKelly key- Ron focus areas for will allow thousands of Jeff VanderVecht the Chadwick Essex Region students and visitors toK. Tyler - Jason J. ConMelo Foundation. take in the historic out- servation 203 Talbot Street West are so thankful to the buildings, heritage gar- We Leamington, ON N8H 1N8 dens and orchard, and many supporters who the best vantage point of have demonstrated their of519-326-7008 the John R. Park the western basin of Lake loveFax E-mail: general@cbleamington.com Homestead and its abiliErie. The building includes ty to bring history to life. an energy-efficient light- Their generous contribuBARRISTERS have allowed this ing system, made pos- tionsBARRISTERS sible with a grant from beautiful, accessible and innovative DELRUE Heritage and Farm Credit Canada. ItGEORGE A. JOHNSON Conservation Centre to will also function as a cen- JAY BARRISTER• SOLICITOR NOTARY be built for all to experitralizedPUBLIC location for flood LOUIS ELTERS forecasting operations so ence,” said Wales. 26 Erie Street South Taylor, Delrue Area The Conservation that ERCA may continue Wheatley Barristers & public Tuesto deliver the important is open to theSolicitors Hours: Flood 8:30 Advisory am - 5 pm day-Friday from 11 a.m.– Program UNIFOR Legal Plan Accepted Evenings by appointment 7 p.m., by and weekends on behalf of the ProvinceEvenings Appointment11 a.m.–6 p.m. during the of Ontario. 519-682-0164 email:chair Tania Jobin summer months. ERCA

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M&M FARMS LTD Greenhouse Worker positions available at our Leamington and Kingsville locations. Responsibilities: crop work, winding, pruning, harvesting, checking quality of harvested produce, other duties as assigned. Work Conditions: fastpaced environment, repetitive tasks, standing for extended periods, bending, crouching, kneeling, attention to detail, working at heights, hot environment. Hours: 45+ hours per week including weekends. Wage: _____________________________ $14.39 per hour, seasonal, full time. No education or SCRAMBLEexperience ANSWER required. Must have own transportation. Please forward resume to jobsmmfarms@outlook.com or fax: 519-322-0681. jn30-jl21

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, opportunities to discuss future business enterprises with interested parties arise this week. Your meticulous nature ensures you are prepared to take advantage of these chances. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Others begin to notice how articulate and charming you can be, Taurus. This is a prime time to invite friends over or to find a romantic partner if you’re single.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Someone new and exciting comes into your life this week, Virgo. You will likely spend hours talking about your fields of interest, including exotic locations.

Gore Hill graduates celebrate

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Unusual dreams could spark new ideas in your life, Libra. Don’t discount them as fantasy. Figure out how you can push the boundaries of your imagination.

Geography: Kennady Enns. History: Barrett Enns. Art: Lauryn Dewhurst, Sloane Sweet. Most Improved: Breanna Klassen. University of Windsor Academic Award: Zachary Paine, Lauryn Dewhurst, Barrett Enns, Kennady Enns, Michael Segedin. University of Windsor French Award: Barrett Enns, Michael Segedin, Lauryn Dewhurst. CEC Award: Cheyenne Froese, Carson Stadler G Points Plaque, Bronze: Caden Coppola, Sadie Girardin, Daniel Hamm, Eric Simpson, Sloane Sweet, Jovan Wilson. G Points Plaque, Silver: Lauryn Dewhurst, Kennady Enns, Emily Garton, Breanna Klassen, Donevan Klassen. G Points Plaque, Gold: Barrett Enns, Zachary Paine, Michael Segedin. Special Gold G Points Plaque: Mr. Kevin Alles (teacher), Mr. Bill Cervini (Principal) - retirees.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you have been craving social contact with new and interesting people. That is just what you will find at a neighborhood gathering this week. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, if you feel like you have been spending too much time at work lately, it could be time to dial things back a bit. Don’t overdo it. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Much of this week will be spent in the company of family and close friends, Capricorn. Lots of people rooting for you might be just what you need right now. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you may decide to host a social event at your home over the next few days. Don’t put too much pressure on guests. See how the day unfolds. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Shake up your schedule, Pisces. Engage in something that is outside of your comfort zone. Push yourself to try new things.

SECC launches virtual program for seniors By Abby Neufeld-Dick REGIONAL — To combat feelings of isolation, South Essex Community Council’s (SECC) Community Services has developed a virtual activity program. Seniors in the community can join Zoom calls on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons. Each week, participants receive the supplies needed for the upcoming activities so they are able to follow along during the Zoom call.

The activities vary from crafts, to exercises, to celebrating holidays. “We have been fortunate enough to provide seniors in our community an opportunity for connection, support and of course fun – all of which have become so important in coping with isolation caused by the pandemic,” said Emily Bechard, SECC’s Wellness Worker. “It has been wonderful for us to see new friendships grow and to hear the positive impact

the program has had on their lives.” The July calendar includes activities that range from resistance band fitness, to summer bingo, to celebrating international chocolate day and so much more. Are you, or do you know a senior who would benefit from these interactive, online activities? This is completely free, and online. To learn more or to sign up, call 519-326-8629.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you will be the planner for an event that brings together a number of people who share a common goal or interest this week. Conversations will be stimulating. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 You may be pushed into the public eye, Leo, and perhaps you are worried that you will not be prepared. You are a natural born leader who can impress a crowd.

In the photo top left, Gore Hill grad Breanna Klassen poses for a graduation picture with teacher Bil Nolin. In the top right photo, grad Carson Stadler poses for a graduation picture with teacher Shirley Kunca. In the bottom photo, grad Sadie Girardin receives her graduation package from teacher Bil Nolin, while her parents look on. Photos submitted

LEAMINGTON – In addition to a virtual Graduation Ceremony, Gore Hill Public School staff organized a “drive-thru” graduation event. Grade 8 students, including those students who opted for online learning for the entire year, had the opportunity to pick up their diplomas and awards, and receive accolades from the staff for their work ethic and success during a challenging year. This year’s grad awards were presented to the following recipients. Valedictorian: Michael Segedin. Principals Award: Jovan Wilson. Community Spirit Award (PAC): Caden Coppola. Lions Leadership Award: Michael Segedin. Citizenship Award: Emily Garton. Academic Proficiency, Math, Science, French: Zachary Paine. Language Arts: Michael Segedin, Lauryn Dewhurst.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, even if you do not consider yourself to be an artistic person, inspiration to pursue creative endeavors comes to you this week. Try something different.

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Sports flashbacks from 1992 This week’s flashbacks come from July 1992. Soccer champs crowned Community Muffler won the novice soccer crown in the Leamington Minor Soccer League during their recent playoffs. Team members were coaches Vic Winter and Marvin Dueck, Matt Rimschneider, Kirk Hillman, Frankie Causarano, Mark Ricci, Ryan Schauer, Steve Owens, Bill Parkinson, Darryl DiMilo, Kristina Dueck and Adrienne Dueck. Double Diamond wins two The Double Diamond ladies lobball team has been riding a long series of losses, but this week they emerged with 14-10 and 16-8 victories over Leamington Collision. Strong pitching by Laurie Horne led the way in game one. Shelly Amlin took the mound for game two for the win. Kelly Heal hit three homeruns for Double Diamond, while Liz Stone and Jean Ingratta each unloaded one dinger. Sue Huffman, Denise Imrie, Peg Carson and Linda Lafeber also contributed with base hits. Bondy girls on hot streak The Leamington Bondy Brokers girls’ travel team have now won six of their last seven games in minor baseball action, including a split at home with Kingsville. In game one, Kingsville rushed out to an 8-0 lead, but the Brokers stormed back to win 12-10. Michelle Martin had three singles, while Heather Dunford and Susan Baker each hit two. Kerri Gow got the win on the mound. There was no such comeback in game two as Kingsville won 12-4. Erica Comartin had a double and single for Leamington while Pam Crear, Amy Simpson and Heather Dunford each had two hits. Dunford and Dawn Derbyshire shared the pitching duties in this one. Minor Mosquitos split The Leamington Athlete’s Choice Minor

Mosquitos split a pair of games last week, losing 11-10 to Essex and then beating Stoney Point 6-4. In the loss to Essex, Leamington roared back from an eight-run deficit in the last inning to make the game close, but couldn’t tie it. Derek Cobby, Jason Baclig, Jason Wiper and Jordon Froese each had two hits in a losing cause. Nick Warkentin, Chris Baker, Matt Featherstone and Michael Buschman each had one. Featherstone, Wiper, Baclig and Cobby all pitched for Leamington, combining to strike out 10. In the Stoney Point game, the locals scored twice in the eighth to break a 4-4 tie. The winning run came when Cobby’s ground ball to the infield scored Featherstone from third. Cobby came around to score on a Jeremy Collins single. Wheatley Peewees go to finals The Wheatley Legion Peewees made it to the finals of a 16-team tournament in Sarnia on the weekend, losing 11-1 to London. The Legion crew lost their first game, 7-5 to Petrolia, but went on a run after that, beating London Eager Beavers B 22-9, Sarnia 11-1, and London Eager Beavers A 8-4 in the semi-final. In that game, Doug Vandecaveye had four hits, while Jeremy Tiborcz and Trevor Taylor had two each. Tiborcz and Vandecaveye combined on the mound for the win. In the final, Wheatley couldn’t get anything going after opening the scoring in the third inning. Jamie Hatt and Vandecaveye combined to allow the 11 London runs.

Game one in the Erie Shores Lobball League 1991 championship had lots of action on the basepaths, as this runner from O’Toole’s safely reaches third base in the opening game of their title series against Wilkinson Electric. O’Toole’s went on to win the series in five games. Photo courtesy of the Scott Holland Collection

O’Toole’s won lobball title in 1991 By C. Scott Holland In the fall of 1991, the Thursday Night Men’s Erie Shores Lobball League had their two finalists for the best of five championship series. O’Toole’s Restaurants would play Wilkinson Electric for the title. The opening contest featured plenty of hitting and O’Toole’s managed to hold on for a 15-11 victory. Wilkinson Electric did well to keep pace with O’Toole’s, but a six-run seventh provided the difference.

For Wilkinson, Steve Wuerch, Andy Dick and Mike Tales singled before Mark Wuerch and Gary Schultz launched home runs. Mark Wladarski and Dave Manning doubled. Others who contributed to the Wilkinson offense were Al Salvati and Doug Wales. O’Toole’s compiled a total of nine runs in the opening two innings. Eric Gow began the fireworks by crushing a solo home run. Rick Gillett reached base on an error, then Paul Prout singled and Mike Graff sacrificed. DEL AVAILIVERY ABLE

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In the second frame, the heavy hitting started as Brian Taylor tripled and Prout clouted a three-run homer. The six-run outburst in the seventh inning, which decided the game, was initiated by a series of singles from the bats of Mike McCallum, Wayne

McKeen, Scott Gee, Brian Taylor, Steve Brown and Mike Graff. Rick Gillett walked and Eric Gow clubbed a double. O’Toole’s went on to win the championship in five games, defeating Wilkinson 4-0 in the final after tightly played first four games.

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Former Flyers player dies fighting Pennsylvania fire By C. Scott Holland For many in the world of junior hockey, it was a shock to learn on Monday, July 5 of the passing of former Flyers player and Spitfires video coach, Sean DeMuynck. DeMuynck died serving the Pennsylvania community of Penn Wynne/Overbrook after he responded to a fire call around 10:30 pm on Sunday, July 4. He was found unrespon-

sive on the third floor of a house return to Canada on Monday, where the fire department was July 5. battling a blaze, about 30 Sean played two Junior B seasons minutes after arriving on as an AP for the the scene. Strathroy Rockets Penn Wynne/Over(2001-03) then fullbrook is a suburb of Philtime for Petrolia in adelphia and Sean had 2005-06 and finally been a volunteer for the was a captain for the fire department since August 2019. It was to be his SEAN DeMUYNCK Leamington Flyers last day with the department in 2006-07. In his final season he scored as he and his wife were set to

1960 Valiant brings back memories

The Big Three automakers brought out their first compact cars in 1960. Ford had the Falcon, GM had the Corvair and Chrysler had the Valiant, with nearly 200,000 built. An email arrived from Pat Jackson in Essex: “Hi Bill. Cameron Jackson had a young family when the Chrysler-Plymouth Valiant was introduced to the world in 1960. The Valiant was Chrysler’s first new six-cylinder (a Slant Six!) since the war and was one of the first cars in the world to be developed with the help of computers. Back in the 1960s, there were no seat belts or other safety features that are in our vehicles today. “Cam was out for a walk a couple of years ago and walked by Rob and Darlene Perry’s place, where he had to stop to admire their classic cars: a 1960 Valiant and a ’67 Firebird. “Cam was surprised last month when on his 92nd birthday Rob Perry showed up at his house driving his 1960 Valiant and Cam was quick to get in for a ride. Cam,

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE Bill Sherk still spry, and his family would like to thank Darlene and Rob Perry for helping to create new memories.” Rob has owned his 1960 Valiant 4-door sedan for four years. He saw an ad for one on Gesto Road near the town of Essex, where Rob and Darlene live. It was driveable but had been off the road for a while. Rob performed work on the brakes and exhaust and added 50% tint to the windows.

The car is 100% original with its Slant Six of 170 cubic inches and 3-speed on the floor. Even all the upholstery is original. The odometer shows 26,000 miles and a close examination of the frame and rubber up on a hoist indicates the mileage to be accurate. Rob’s ’67 Firebird is coming soon. Stay tuned! I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatico.ca

Rob Perry and Cam Jackson ready for a ride in Rob’s 1960 Valiant.

13 goals with nine coming on the powerplay. After that, he played two seasons for the University of Western Ontario. His career Jr. B totals were 77 games played, 18 goals, 32 assists for 50 pts. In 2012-13 he became an assistant coach for the Belle River Jr. C Canadiens and then joined the Windsor Spitfires where he was a video coach from 2013 through 2018 and won a Me-

morial Cup as part of the Spits’ 2017-18 team. “Sean was an awesome person to be around,” said Windsor Spitfires GM Bill Bowler. “He always came to the rink prepared. He will be greatly missed by everyone.” To the Penn Wynne/Overbrook community, DeMuynck died a “true hero.” DeMuynck was 36.

Hot weather greets TT Seniors

By Bob McLean In the under 70 grouping, Fred MichaOn Tuesday, June 29 there were 65 no shot a terrific 38 to nip the brilliant 39 seniors who tested their golfing skills shot by Joe Drummond. Arky and Gerat the Talbot Trail course. It was a very ry continued their outstanding play by hot, humid day and those who walked shooting 40 and 41 respectively. Fuzzy, needed to keep well hydrated. Len and Ed Fraser also played well. In the 70-79y division, Dutchy conThe 80-85 division was led by Joe Vrtinued his masterful play by firing a 37. tel who scored a spectacular 42. Vic ReyHe was closely followed by Pearcie and naert and Ed Woelk played very well Rick Thompson who shot excellent 38s. earning results of 47 and 49 respectively. Three shots back was Bobo with his sat- Walter Balsam produced a nifty 50. Othisfying 41. Chopper and BW achieved er praiseworthy results came from Gus impressive 42s. Ron Brown, Andy Orsini, McCracken and Tim Neil Adamson, Terry Stevenson carded suBee, Conrad Babkirk perb scores of 43 and and Ken Womack. Bobo 44 respectively. Other In the Super Senoteworthy results nior Silver grouping were: Ray La Pierre both Tom Hyatt and and Doug Langlois Bob Freure played 46s; Bummy, Scoop, outstandingly as Gary Hillier and they shot impressive Wayne Humber 47s; 47s. Bill Edwards OV 48; Gary Morin 49. also had a noteworThere were four nifty thy result. fifty scores: Larry HyThe Super Senior att, Dave Cohoon, EuGold division had gene and Mac. some very inspiring There were 13 birdresults. Gerry Beies: #1 Dutchy; #2 Joe cigneul and Dave Drummond; #4 Rick LaBonte scored senThompson and Tim sational 45 and 46 Stevenson; #5 Ron results respectively. McCracken and Fred Michano; #6 Pear- Murray Cascadden and Erle Nash shot cie and Gerry; #8 Joe and Dutchy; #9 very commendable scores of 51and 52. Gerry, Dave Chambers and Ross MacKShe’ll leave me : “My wife says she’s intosh. leaving me if I don’t give up golf. “What The closest to the pin was won by are you going to do?” “ Miss her terriGerry Van Deven, as his scintillating bly!” shot ended up 18” from the pin. Ray Golf: Happiness is a long walk with LaPierre drained a magnificent 18 foot a putter!” putt to win the LP on #2.

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Articles inside

1960 Valiant brings back memories

Hot weather greets TT Seniors

Former Flyers player dies fighting Pennsylvania fire

O'Toole's won lobball title in 1991

SECC launches virtual program for seniors

Gore Hill graduates celebrate

New heritage centre at Park Homestead

Summer Eats for Kids provide healthy snack

Hospital holds AGM; names new board

Presented with 50-year pin

Grad parade in Wheatley

SECC's Meals on Wheels program is now farm-to-table

Diary of a Columbia House member

Putting Jack Miner back on the world map

Hospital staff pulls off surprise wedding for patient

Pop-up vaccination clinic this week

Community donations help firefighters and food bank

Canada Day 2021: A day of reflection