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Chatham-Kent Senior Achievement Awards call for nominations C H AT H A M - K E N T — The Municipality of Chatham-Kent, Mayor Darrin Canniff and Chatham-Kent Council are taking this opportunity to thank our older adults and seniors and celebrate their achievements during Seniors’ Month. The purpose of these awards is to recognize and honour older adults age 55+ that have achieved significant goals and made outstanding contributions as volunteers within Chatham-Kent. Recipients will be honoured as part of the 34th annual Senior Achievement awards. “Chatham-Kent is a
close-knit community,” said Mayor Darrin Canniff. “Everyone knows someone who has lent a helping hand, whether it be as part of a group or as an individual. Here is your chance to let us know about that person so we can acknowledge their contributions.” The senior awards are a tradition that goes back to the 1980s. During that time, more than 1,000 seniors have been honoured for their contributions to the community. Nomination forms will be available at all Chatham-Kent Municipal Centres, (Chatham, Blenheim, Dresden,
IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of
Rita ives
Who passed away June 16, 2020
Friend, Your memory is a treasure I carry with me. I love you and I miss you. Rest in Peace. Your Friend Joyce
Ridgetown, Tilbury and Wallaceburg), all Chatham-Kent public libraries, all 11 Seniors’ Centres within the municipality and online at both the @ CKseniorawards and @ AgeFriendlyCK Facebook pages. While the Senior Expo committee decided to cancel the 2021 Senior Expo earlier this year, they would still like to recognize and celebrate C-K’s older adults and seniors. The Senior of the Year will be announced at the October 4 Council meeting. Deadline for receipt of nomination forms is Friday, August 13.
IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of
Irene elIzabeth FoldesI (alIce, tootsIe)
April 18, 1937 - June 8, 2017 It’s hard to believe that it’s been 4 years. Your absence is felt every day. You were the glue that kept us together. Your love is still strongly felt. Your sparkling eyes and warm smile, Gentle touch, welcoming arms, Sound advice when we needed it most Are so strongly missed. The only consolation is knowing That you are finally at peace. No more pain and suffering. And with your ‘scrabble’ partner!
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Drive-thru food drive at St. Michael’s
LEAMINGTON — The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is holding a drive-thru food drive on Saturday, June 19 from 9 a.m. to noon. The food drive will take place on the ramp at St. Michael’s Parish, 29 Elliott Street. Leave your food in the trunk and drive up the ramp. Volunteers will unload your vehicle.
Among the items needed are canned pastas, chili and stews, mixed beans, tuna, rice, toilet paper, Kleenex, bars of soap, dish soap, toiletry items and cat/dog food. For more information, call St. Vincent de Paul at 226-340-7233 or visit them on Facebook at facebook.com/ ssvpleamington.
Public invited to report accessibility issues on Greenway trails ESSEX COUNTY – The Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee, in partnership with the Essex Region Conservation Authority, has launched a web page where the public can provide feedback about Greenway trails. The first phase of the committee’s WE Check the Trails project focuses on ERCA’s 80 kilometres of trails, which include the Chrysler Canada Greenway, the Cypher Systems Group Greenway and the Rotary (1918) Centennial Hub. Trail users can learn more about the initiative on the WE Check the Trails project page and use an online form to report issues that affect accessibility to the committee and the conservation authority at the same time. “We are grateful to the Essex Region Conservation Authority for its support and look forward to
making local trails more inclusive and accessible for all,” said Christine Easterbrook, chair of the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee. “Accessibility is often more complex than people who don’t have challenges can imagine. That is why we want everyone to look at these wonderful trails from that perspective.” The Greenway trails were designed for uses that include hiking, cycling, nature observation and, in some areas, horseback riding. The trail surface of tightly packed limestone screening is designed to meet provincial accessibility standards, as well as be environmentally sustainable. The WE Check the Trails project will provide ERCA with data and information it can use to assess and maintain the trails in ways that enhance accessibility. Examples of questions
trail users can address when they are completing the WE Check the Trails form are: • Is the trail wide enough for someone using a mobility aid? • Are there any physical barriers, such as tree branches and roots, on the trail? • Are there potholes or crevices where someone could fall or get stuck? • Are there railings where the edge of the trail drops off? • Are there shaded areas to get out of the sun? • Are there places to rest? • Are there accessible washrooms nearby? “Visiting trails and green spaces is just as vital to the health of those with disabilities as those without,” said Easterbrook. “They are public spaces where we should all have equal access – now and in the future.”
Loved always and forever Rudy, Jerry, Randy & Mary, Pam & Joe, and families.
IN MEMORIAM
IN MEMORIAM
IN MEMORIAM
In Loving Memory of
Jim mcFadden
In Loving Memory of
Eric HElmEr
Missing You On Your 50th Birthday Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. Happy Birthday Up In Heaven. Miss You. Love Mom, Karen & John, Wayne & Tina, and many Nieces & Nephews
January 18, 2021 You left us way too soon. You touched the lives of so many people while you were here. You will be truly missed by family and friends. Your boys will miss the talks and advice you would give or just sitting and having a beer with them. Your grandchildren miss their Grandpa Jim. They will miss the games you would play and having them help you feed the fish and water the flowers. Your best buds will miss the fishing trips and your farm knowledge. Me, I miss everything about you. Your hugs and kisses, your smile, your sense of humour and just knowing you were here with me. I miss you every day and you will be forever in my heart. Sue, Jason, Kevin, Steve, Layla, Austin, Evelyn, Cameron
In Loving Memory of
DaviD P. Enns
June 18, 1950 - June 17, 2016 Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure. Always remembered and loved Linda, children and grandchildren
