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By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — Residents in the southernmost part of Leamington are tired of speeding cars, squealing tires and careless drivers. In particular, the neighbours along Forest Avenue near Seacliff Park have had enough. Froggy and Lisa Plourde have lived in their house on Forest Avenue for 14 years and they say that traffic has increased dramatically in recent times. “It’s quadrupled in the last few years,” said Froggy. “The weekends are absolutely crazy.” Lisa says improvements to Seacliff Park have increased traffic flow substantially. “With the splash pad and amphitheatre, traffic has certainly increased.” The Plourdes are hoping the OPP and municipality can help get things under control. “The OPP have been amazing,” said Froggy. “They are all over this place on the weekends.” Lisa added that the officers on bicycles and four wheelers have certainly made a difference at the park. “But they don’t catch a lot of the speeders,” she said. That’s where the issue becomes serious for the couple and their neighbours. Even with speed bumps further up on Forest, they still see cars flying by their house. “One guy was doing at least 120 (kph) down here,” said Froggy. “Someone’s going to get badly hurt.” The Plourdes erected a new sign on their lawn at the roadway, which says “For God’s Sake! Slow Down.” Froggy is hoping it will at least serve as a reminder that there are pedestrians and cyclists — many of them children — all along the street. Over the weekend, that sign was stolen, but Froggy has vowed to have a more permanent one installed. The speeding car problem is not exclusive to Forest Avenue, either. Residents along Park Street, Erie Street South, Bennie Avenue, Robson Road and Cherry Lane are also dealing with the same issues. Leamington councillor Tim Wilkinson brought the issue up at a recent council meeting and says they want people to know they are aware of the situation and working on a solution. “We know all too well about it from people like Froggy,” he said. “We’re bringing those concerns to the Police Services Board and we hope people know we’re sincere when we say we are trying to fix it.” The Plourdes think that a step in the right direction would be closing the gates at Seacliff Park at a certain time of night and reopening them in the morning. “They are driving in here, doing donuts, even in the winter time,” he said. “If the gate was locked, they’d have to keep moving.” When they first moved in to the neighbourhood,
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By Ron Giofu REGIONAL — Essex County Council received an update on physician recruitment to the region, with council members hearing about progress gained but that more is needed. Joan Mavrinac, the physician recruitment officer, told council members at the virtual meeting that it was her first appearance before county council since October 2019. She noted physician recruitment efforts have been hampered during the COVID-19 pandemic due to international borders being closed and out-of-province physicians wanting to stay closer to home. “What it did is increase the number of communications I have been having with the recruits over the last 14-15 months,” she said. “It’s been an incredible year.” In-person exams were cancelled and the Medical Council of Canada qualifying exam, the second part of a qualifying exam, is usually done in-person and that was part of the cancellations. That has impacted recruiting and it has required reworking with the licensing of physicians. “It has been an extremely difficult year,” she said. “Doctors that would have otherwise had full licenses can’t secure them at the moment, but we do have them working.” Mavrinac has been using virtual and telephone means to recruit as the physical office space in Windsor was closed in March. “I work exclusively from home now,” she said, adding there are a host of clinics and hospitals as well as the county itself would offer space for meetings. “We’ll save that budget and I’ll work from my dining room.” Mavrinac said over the last 20 years, they have had success recruiting with 55 new physicians welcomed. “In terms of overall numbers, since the last time I was here, Canada has 241 physicians per 100,000 population. Ontario has 218 per 100,000 population and Windsor-Essex is at 175 physicians per 100,000 population,” said Mavrinac. “As you can see, there is still a significant gap with respect to the number of physicians in the community. We need to continue to recruit.” The 175 number is down from October 2019 and that is the first time since the physician recruitment office has seen the number drop. She said the number of retirements among doctors is impacting
the overall number of physicians. Many are over 65-years-old and over 100,000 people regionally could lose their family physician over the next five years. Mavrinac said over 74,500 people in the area are not rostered to a family physician. An additional 70 physicians would be required to look after the patients who are not rostered. “We have an aging physician population, we have significant unattached patient population and we have a growing population,” said Mavrinac. “We need to continue our work particularly as it relates to recruiting family physicians to the local community.” The new mega-hospital will attract new physician recruits, she predicted. Now that she can tell people that it will definitely happen, it has made a positive impact to potential recruits. Mavrinac stated her office began almost two decades ago and pointed out that things in the Windsor-Essex County region have improved. She said this region had 120 physicians per 100,000 people. “This effort has improved our lot very significantly over the 18 years I’ve been doing this,” she stated. “I see that improvement still coming but we’re not beyond it yet. There’s still a lot of need out there.” Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald asked if the County of Essex is the sole funder of the office or whether it is shared with Windsor. Mavrinac said Windsor ended its funding roughly a decade ago and hasn’t contributed since. “They have a shortage of physicians too. I just don’t get it why they would stop funding like that,” added Essex Mayor Larry Snively. Warden Gary McNamara pointed out the County of Essex has gone out on its own to fund other regional projects. Pertaining to physician recruitment, he praised the work of Mavrinac. “You’ve been phenomenal,” he said. “We were in a crisis, a real crisis going back 15-16 years ago.” McNamara said other regions of Ontario are “very aggressive” in recruitment by offering incentives and said investment in Mavrinac’s position has been a great one. “I firmly believe with the advent of having our own medical school here and having a new (hospital) centre, there’s no doubt in my mind that’s going to be a huge draw to bring some of that young talent here,” said McNamara.
Lions Park gets new curfew time KINGSVILLE — At its June 14 meeting, Kingsville Council voted to amend the Parks Curfew Bylaw 127-2004 to enact an earlier curfew at Lions Park on Mill Street for the remainder of the 2021 calendar year. Dan Wolicki, Manager of Municipal Facilities and Properties, proposed the amendment in response to concerns raised by residents regarding park misuse, late-night loitering and disruptive behaviour after previous
attempts to mitigate the behaviour. The approved ‘sunset’ curfew makes it unlawful for any person to be on the grounds of Lions Park from sunset until 5:00 a.m. Sunset varies depending on the time of year, and the public and enforcement officials can reference specific sunset times for each day on the Government of Canada’s website. “This amendment will allow us to gauge the effectiveness of an earlier
curfew at Lions Park for the remainder of the year, and if it proves effective, Council could consider making a permanent change,” said Wolicki. The town will update signage at Lions Park to reflect the change. Residents are encouraged to continue reporting public disturbances, legitimate misuse and unwanted park behaviour directly to enforcement officials or the Ontario Provincial Police.
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Evacuation order lifted in Wheatley — for most By Mark Ribble WHEATLEY – After 17 days of uncertainty and being displaced, 27 Wheatley residents and several business owners were allowed back into the their homes and buildings on Saturday, June 19. The June 2 detection of sour gas closed several businesses and forced residents out of their homes as Chatham-Kent Mayor Darrin Canniff declared a state of emergency. On Saturday afternoon, an information Zoom call and in-person information meeting at Wheatley arena let residents know what to expect going forward.
The evacuation order was then lifted, allowing all but two addresses access to their buildings. The newly-renovated Wheatley Hotel at the corner of Talbot and Erie remains off limits, as does the building that housed The Pogue Irish Pub. A software business in the upper level of the Pogue building is also shut out under the current orders. It’s unknown when they will release those two addresses, which seem to be the closest to the gas leak. As for the rest of the homes and businesses, they began the tough task of cleaning out refrigerators and discarding
Officials do checks at 15 Erie Street North on Saturday, June 19. SUN photo
long-tainted perishables. Chatham-Kent Fire Chief Chris Case says they’ve done all they can do and they cannot hold people from their homes indefinitely. “There’s been no detection of gas in the area since June 4,” he said. “We’ve made people aware that they should be diligent, but can now go back to their homes and businesses.” Saturday afternoon saw several residents and business owners access their places after firefighters did one last check and walk-through for each. By the end of the day Saturday, the fire trucks and barricades were gone. Officials suspect a long-decommissioned gas well to be the culprit but after two weeks, were unable to locate it. Crews from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ministry of the Environment, Chatham-Kent Fire, Police and countless private companies had been on scene for 17 days straight. “We’d like to commend our fire crews, who’ve
worked tirelessly on a rotational basis,” said Chief Case. “We are all anxious to see the community of Wheatley return to its vibrant state with businesses reopened and residents back in their homes but based on the advice we have received, some further monitoring of two locations is required before we can move the whole community back out of a state of emergency,” added Mayor Canniff.
The gas wells were dug in the late 1800s and primitive record keeping doesn’t allow for officials to pinpoint the wells. Southwestern Ontario has many old wells underground and these sour gas issues are popping up more frequently. A 2016 incident in Leamington took several months to solve. A collective sigh of relief came over the village on Saturday for most affected by the state-of-emer-
gency, but without definite answers, the question remains as to what the future will hold for them. Officials left them with some assurance that right now, there is no detection of gas, but there remains a level of uncertainty as they move back into their buildings and homes. And for the two business owners who still remain on the outside looking in, that uncertainty grows with each passing day.
The tenants at 37 Erie Street North were happy, but anxious, to get back into their building after firefighters completed one final sweep. SUN photo
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Cedar Beach Drug Store, Wednesday, June 23, 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 Beach Drug and in September 1993, Bob-IslandStore for 50 Amusement Park closed its gates forev-cents a ride for summer er. renting Now, almost 30 years later, a smallvisitors a cabin or for community of luxury homes takes upcottagers not the northern portion of the island, butowning a boat. many remnants of the amusement park The boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This are still there and visible. photograph of an unidentified family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in the late 1940s or early 1950s. If you look closely on overhead pho-
Memories of Bob-Lo Island I think most everyone over 35 in this area has fond memories of Bob-Lo Island Amusement Park. For those of us who caught the ferry from Amherstburg, we always envied the Detroit kids who arrived on those giant steamers, the Ste. Claire and Columbia. I remember seeing those ships docking and up to 2,500 screaming kids getting off. It was always exciting to go to BobLo, whether as a kid or an adult. I think it was our year-end school trip destination more often than not. Parking in that giant parking lot just south of Amherstburg and walking through that tunnel under the road as cars whizzed overhead, always brought a feeling of anticipation. We lined up on the dock and took that short boat ride, which helped build the anticipation. On arrival, we walked up that big covered dock onto the island. Our tickets were checked and we were allowed to go along our merry way. Some kids went straight for the big rides, like the roller coasters and Round-Up. I was partial to the old-fashioned cars and log flume ride. I always thought I was driving those old cars, but as it turns out, they were driving me. I remember rides called The Caterpillar and Wild Mouse, and the roller coasters — although small by today’s standards — seemed gigantic. Blessed with a fear of heights since I was a toddler, I had no interest in the Sky Streak or the Galaxy, or the Mouse ride for that matter. I recently read that Bob-Lo opened in 1898 and there are some great sites on the internet that pay homage to Bob-Lo Island in its heyday. All good things must come to an end,
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tos on Google Maps, you can see that the giant entertainment hall still stands in the middle of the island. We always sought refuge from the heat, rain, or our chaperones in that hall, which is probably not as giant as we remember. The food was deliciously bad for you. In addition to the entertainment hall, several rides — or remnants thereof — still grace the landscape. The Space Needle is still visible from the Amherstburg side. The open-sided bumper car building is still there too. It’s all surrounded by heavy vegetation. The railings where you stood in line for rides are still a faint hint of Bob-Lo blue. If you can find a recent overhead photo, you can make out the outlines of the long-gone log ride and roller coaster on the back end of the island. You can make out where the petting zoo area was and — if your memory serves you correctly — you can almost hear the sounds and smell the smells from days gone by. Having an amusement park practically in our back yard was a wonderful part of growing up in Essex County. The memories of that park will be with a lot of us for years to come.
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This is one of two homes erected by the Conklin family on Conklin Hill, the rising land on the west side of town along Main Street West. The David Conklin home, on the north side of the A Look at Leamington’ Past courtesy Scott Holland road, was begun around 1885 andscompleted in 1891. In of MayC.1913, verandahs were added to wrap around three sides.
Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection April 1973: Buckingham Real Estate edged Gulliver Insurance 2-1 to win the Midget hockey trophy. At left is captain Ken Dick who scored both goals with coach Randy Critchlow.
June 29, 1988 - The rebuilding of Talbot St. West from the four corners to Albert St. was well underway and being done in one phase instead of two. The former road surface had been ripped out and here work is underway to install trenches for new service lines. The work and repaving was scheduled to be completed for one lane in another week to 10 days.
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Consultation on woodlots CHATHAM-KENT — On April 26, 2021, Chatham-Kent Council enacted a temporary woodlot removal by-law, to be in place for 120 days. The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is inviting residents to share their views on the issue of woodlot preservation in the community. At the June 14 council meeting, administration provided council with an overview of the community engagement process and the online engagement platform that will be used to gather resident feedback. The online platform guides residents through a series of questions and asks them to share their thoughts on options to manage woodlots through potential education programs, incentives and regulations. “Council has been clear in its desire to have administration develop and propose options for managing woodlots
based on a full community engagement process,” said Bruce McAllister, General Manager of Community Development for the municipality. “Given the importance of the subject to council and the community, we wanted to make every effort to bring awareness to this engagement and the possibility for the community to provide input” The online engagement platform can be accessed through the www.letstalkchatham-kent.ca “Consultation on Council’s Woodlot Motion” project page and will be open from now through July 9. In addition, a Virtual Town Hall Meeting is being planned and will be held on Tuesday, June 29 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Additional details on the event and how to register are provided on the project page.
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IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of
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Who passed away a year ago on June 24, 2020 You meant so much to all of us, were special in so many ways, You taught us joy in simple things, you brightened up our days. Your smile alone warmed many a heart, your songs rang loud and clear. We know you’re happy in heaven now with your Dad and Brother so dear.
Always loved, Never forgotten, Forever missed. With love, wife Rose, children Dan & Deana, Darrin & Jeannie, Deb & James, granddaughters Haley, Emily, Jacey & Bayleigh
WHEATLEY _ The annual town-wide yard sale in Wheatley was held on Saturday, June 19 under partly sunny skies. An early threat of rain dissipated quickly and bargain hunters enjoyed the numerous items put out for sale by over 50 residents.Traffic was snarled in many places throughout town due to anxious shoppers wanting to get out and enjoy the day. SUN photo
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This feature may be included in the Southpoint Sun from time-to-time, giving our readers an opportunity to test their general knowledge and have some fun. Each round will get a little more difficult than the previous one. GOOD LUCK! ROUND ONE 1. What brand of iconic smartphone was released in 2007? 2. What athletic category did Jesse Owens excel in? 3. What is measured with a Richter scale? 4. Which two countries share the longest international border? 5. What is known as the world’s longest river? 6. What country is the band AC/DC from? 7. What fashion fad did the 1983 movie Flashdance make popular? 8. Who wrote The Old Man And The Sea?
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1. “Ring around the collar! Ring around the collar!” Name the brand associated with that TV commercial.
1. What is the capital city of New Zealand?
2. Which Jamaican runner is an 11-time world champion? 3. What email service is owned by Microsoft? 4. Who discovered penicillin? 5. What animal can be seen on the Porsche logo? 6. What does the acoonym AIDS stand for? 7. Aquaman is from what city under the sea?
2. Who was the head coach of the Montreal Canadiens when they last won the Stanley Cup in 1993? 3. What decathlon star was drafted in the seventh round of the 1977 NBA draft? 4. What has two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions on a sesame seed bun? 5. What is the highest peak in Canada? 6. Ducks are precocial. What does precocial mean? 7. What 1985 hit song begins with the line, “You put the boom-boom into my heart.”?
9. Who played Jack Dawson in Titanic?
8. Mexico’s Dia de los Muertos means what in English?
10. “I am stuck on _________ ‘cause _________’s stuck on me!” NAME THE BRAND
9. What 1975 hit song starts with the line, “I’ve been cheated by you since I don’t know when.”?
9. What three countries made up the original Axis Powers in World War II?
10. Which airline is owned by Richard Branson?
10. Name all four of Kim Kardashian’s children.
ROUND THREE 1. Wellington 2. Jacques Demers 3. Bruce Jenner 4. The Big Mac 5. Mount Logan 6. Born able to move freely without parental care. 7. Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go 8. Top Gun 9. Germany, Japan, Italy 10. North, Saint, Chicago, Psalm
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8. What 80s movie contained the line, “Sorry Goose, but it’s time to buzz the tower.”?
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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Have your say on Pelee’s future LEAMNGTON – On June 1, Parks Canada officially launched public consultation to renew the management plan for Point Pelee National Park. Once completed, the new plan will guide management decisions for the park over the next 10 years and will be a key tool to engage Indigenous communities, local communities, stakeholders and partners. In 2019 and 2020, Parks Canada held discussion sessions with First Nations, partners, key stakeholders and park staff, which fed into the development of the draft management plan. Follow-up engagement sessions were then postponed due to the global pandemic and will now be conducted virtually in order to ensure the health and safety of participants and staff. Parks Canada has invited the public to share their views on the draft management plan for Point Pelee National Park and help shape its future. The draft management plan for Point Pelee National Park is available on the park’s website at parkscanada.gc.ca/pelee-plan There, you can share your thoughts on: • regional collaboration to address landscape scale challenges; • further collaboration with Indigenous partners; • continued investments in sustainable assets; • improving the understanding of cultural resources; • improvements in the health of the marsh ecosystem; and
• addressing specific aspects of visitor experience, such as better information prior to arrival. Until July 12, the public can provide their thoughts and feedback about this draft 10-year plan for the park, either by completing the online Point Pelee Management Plan comment card, emailing comments to pc.pelee.consultation.pc@ canada.ca, attending the virtual consultation session on June 23, or mailing your comments to: 407 Monarch Lane, RR1, Leamington, ON, N8H 3V4. To request a paper copy of the draft plan, newsletter, and/or feedback survey, contact the park at pc.pelee.consultation.pc@canada.ca.
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LEAMINGTON — The Sun Parlour Curling Club’s Youth Curling group has made two more donations to area charities as they await word for some fall curling ahead. Lionel Aasen, centre, of Sun Parlour Youth Curling, presented cheques of $1,000 each to Leamington Salvation Army’s Major Ron Wickens, left, and to The Bridge Youth Centre’s Manager of Operation Greg Wiens. SUN photo
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Seniors Advisory Committee begins monthly updates Editor’s Note: This column is the first in a monthly series of updates from the Leamington Seniors Advisory Committee. Each member of the committee will take turns writing the monthly submission. By Melissa Bloomfield HAPPY SENIORS MONTH on behalf of the Leamington Seniors Advisory Committee! Every June, the province of Ontario dedicates
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Annie Elizabeth Tultz Annie Elizabeth Tultz, 88 years, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 14, 2021 at the Sun Parlor Home in Leamington. Beloved wife of the late Martin “Joe” Tultz (1999). Loving mother of Joanne Stockwell (Doug), Ron Tultz (Pam). Adored grandmother of Julie, Jennifer ( Jon), Westley, and proud great-grandmother of Jameson Joseph. Sister of Eva Weber ( John). Aunt to her nieces and nephew. Special thank you to all the staff at the Sun Parlor Home for their compassionate care of Mom. A private family service was held at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Friday, June 18, 2021, with interment following at Erie Memorial Gardens. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Sun Parlor Home would be appreciated. Family and friends are encouraged to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Ethel Ferguson Ethel Ferguson, 87 years, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 14, 2021 at the Sun Parlor Home. Predeceased by her loving husband Jim in October 2015. Loving mother of Jim (Agnes), Heather Dunmore (Greg), Dean ( Jerrie), Dianne Cook (Ted), Lynn Oliphant (Tim), Gary (Melody), and John (Marie). Ethel and Jim were blessed with 15 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents Robert and Mabel Kirk and inlaws Jim and Pearl Ferguson. Ethel was a graduate of Grace Hospital’s Class of 1954 as a Registered Nurse. Upon moving to Leamington in 1959, Ethel embarked on a 30 plus year career at Leamington Hospital, retiring in 1995. Ethel was also active in the community as a volunteer for Heart & Stroke, Easter Seals, the Leamington Flyers Hockey Club and many social functions held at the United Church in Leamington. Special thanks to the staff of the Sun Parlor Home, 3 East, and Dr. Gow for their compassionate and dedicated care over these past three years. A Family Only Memorial Service was held at Reid Funeral Home in Leamington on Friday, June 18, 2021 to celebrate Ethel’s Life. Rev Paul Rodey officiated. Memorial donations may be made to Sun Parlor Home. Share words of comfort or make a donation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
to hold any celebratory events, the Municipality of Leamington illuminated the Leamington Library from June 12 to 20 to show support for seniors. The Seniors Advisory Committee is working hard to gain valuable knowledge about services and issues in the community that are important to seniors. We recently had a round
table discussion (virtually) and learned about the Windsor-Essex Compassion Care Community. Student Field Supervisor Joe Perry said they are a group that reaches out to people to provide a variety of supports. They are staffed with nursing and social work students who connect with community agencies and find out what gaps need to be filled.
Helen Vickery Helen Josephine Vickery (nee Wynveen), passed away very peacefully on Tuesday, June 15, 2021. Beloved wifeof to the late Erwin to R. run Proof obituary Vickery (Turk). Fondly remembered by her children Cheryl Ann Foster, Sandra June 23, Lee (Dan) Desmarchais, and2021 Bart (Pam) Vickery, as well as her grandchildren, David, Amanda, Southpoint Sun Ryan, Nathan, Jason, Justin, and her 8 great-grandchildren. $100, plus $13 hst = $113 The family would like to thank Bill and Anne Marie Wynveen for the support to the family. The family would Any changes please email also like to thank the neighbours, as well as Bruce and Molly forsun@southpointsun.ca the support to Mom. Special thank you to the doctors and nurses at Erie Shores HealthCare. Thanks. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Simple Choice (Kingsville) 519-254-2585. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.simplechoicecremation.ca
Rose Mae Diana Gould
February 18, 1935 - June 13, 2021 The matriarch of our family has passed, leaving behind her loving husband Bob of 70 years. Fondly remembered as Di, Mom, Grandma, Lady Di and Rose Mae. She was born February 18, 1935 in Comber, the daughter of Beatrice and Carmen Brooker. Predeceased by siblings Ralph, Art and Ruth. Proof of obituary to run Bob and Diana were married February 9, 1951 at Tilbury United Church and raised 5 children: Randy (Sue), Andy (Earlene), David, Laurie Adams June 23, (Ben), 2021 Paul (Karen). Her pride and joy were her 16 grandchildren and 16 greatSouthpoint Sun grandchildren. $13 Her life was$100, about plus showing lovehst for = her$113 husband, family and her fur babies. Everyone loved her amazing baking and she wasAny skilledchanges at the art please of crocheting and later in email life enjoyed doing puzzles and playing solitaire with her sun@southpointsun.ca husband. Cremation has taken Thanks. place. Visiting was held at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-3262631) on Saturday, June 19, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. A private farewell was held for the “Rose” of our family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Windsor Essex Humane Society or the charity of your choice. Friends and family may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
They are current- after a hospital stay or ly working with Es- make decisions about sex-Windsor EMS , the making a move to our ReChildrens Aid Society tirement Residence on a and the migrant worker permanent basis. We recently partnered community. We also discussed the with the Windsor/Esresource booth at the sex Humane Society and Leamington Half Century hosted a variety of events Centre. Director Christine in the home and helped Lehn said seniors can ac- raise funds for the imcess valuable resources by portant programs at the means of hard copy with society, and in return, information regarding they provided pet visits things such as home care and letters of well wishes services, seniors housing, for our residents celebrattransportation services, ing seniors month. I truly enjoy being part just to name a few. Local businesses who serve se- of this committee. We are niors provide their ma- a group of people comterials for free and you mitted to making a posican pick them up to take tive difference in the lives of seniors. Collectively home. As a Retirement Living as a group we can share Consultant with Chart- knowledge and resources well Leamington, I’m to help seniors in the Mufortunate to work with nicipality of Leamington. Stay tuned for next seniors and their families every day. My role is to month’s article from help people explore op- Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald. tions forProof respiteof services obituary to run
June 23, 2021 AnnetteSouthpoint JeanneSun $100, plus $13 hst = $113 Marie Shires
AnyJeanne changes please Annette Marie Shiresemail sun@southpointsun.ca (nee Pinsonneault), 79 years, God welcomed another Thanks. angel home on Friday, June 18th, 2021. Beloved wife of the late William (1997). She will forever be in the hearts of her children William (Diane) of Leamington, Claudette (Mike) of London, and her grandchildren. Loving sister of Rosaire and Pauline. Predeceased by André, Flora, Rose Marie, Marie Anne, Bernard, Felix, Lorenzo, Clement, Stella, Gerald, Adeline, and her parents, Louis Philippe and Ida. She was loved by all, including many nieces, nephews and friends. A private family service will take place at Erie Memorial Gardens. Arrangements entrusted to Kendrick Funeral Home, Wheatley. Condolences can be shared with the family at www.Kendrickfuneralhome.com
William Malott Proof of obituary to run
William “Bill” Malott, 90 years, passed away on Saturday, June 19, June 23, 2021 2021 at the Sun Parlor Home. Southpoint Sun Beloved husband of the late Barbara (Tetzlaff ) (2005). Dear father $100, plus $13 hst = $113 of Scott Malott (Bobbie-Lynn). Loving Grandpa Bill of Jorden. Dear brother of the Any changes email late Helen Johnson (late Len),please Keith Malott (Mary Lou), sun@southpointsun.ca and the late Paul Malott. Bill will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Thanks. Bill was retired from Chrysler’s after 30 years. A Graveside Service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery on Friday, June 25, 2021 at 2 p.m. Due to COVID restrictions, graveside service is limited to a specific number of visitors. Only those with an appointment will be allowed. Please book an appointment for the graveside service at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Everyone must wear a mask. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the charity of your choice. Friends may share memories and make donations at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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Wheatley Lioness group changing name to Wheatley Swans Club WHEATLEY – The Wheatley Lioness Club was formed in 1986, and thanks to the help and support of the Wheatley Lions, the group has enjoyed being of service in and about the community for 35 years. When one door closes, another one opens. The Lioness Club is about to begin a new chapter in its service and the members are looking forward to it. On July 1, 2021, the Wheatley Lioness Club will become the Wheatley Swans Club (Serv i c e - We - A s s i s t - N u ture-Support). As a Swans Club, the group will continue as a service club and remain dedicated to serving the community. Funds raised from the public go back into helping the community, and the club’s service projects
Mobile Market in Wheatley still going strong
WHEATLEY — The Mobile Market is still going strong in Chatham-Kent with stops in Wheatley every Tuesday from 12:30 to 1 p.m. The Mobile Market offers a range of fresh produce for those in need, pre-packed for easy pick-up. Every donation offered goes right back into buying local fruit and veggies from local farmers. The market is located at First Baptist Church in Wheatley, but was recently displaced due to the gas leak. For up to date information, please visit familyservicekent.com.
will allow them to continue to help throughout the community where they can by way of physical or in-kind donations.
The Wheatley Swans Club is part of Swans Ontario, a Provincial Program which provides the framework to hold together the various Swans Clubs within the Province of Ontario. Its goal is to provide community ser-
vice opportunities for individuals and to unite its members in friendship, fellowship and mutual understanding. The Wheatley Swans Club looks forward to seeing members of the public out in the community or at one of its future fundraisers or service projects. They are currently working on a Facebook page, Wheatley Swans Club for anyone interested in joining, or for more information please contact the club at Box 865, Wheatley, ON, N0P 2P0.
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On behalf of the Wheatley Lioness Club, Lioness Cathy Neroda (left) and Lioness Judy Malott (centre) presented a cheque for $500 to Major Ron Wickens of the Leamington Salvation Army. The donation was made possible through the club’s ongoing volunteer programs. The club is changing their name to Swans. – Submitted photo
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St. Clair College graduates over 5,000 in virtual event
RAPID COVID TESTING CATCHING ON LEAMINGTON — The Leamington District Chamber of Commerce (LDCC) has now given out over 6500 rapid COVID screening tests to local businesses and workplaces. According to organizer Chuck Parsons, 59 local workplaces have initiated rapid test screening among their employees. The tests are completely voluntary but businesses will be posting stickers on their windows indicating that they have been tested and are part of the program. LDCC is part of about 100 chambers across the province to participate in giving out free testing kits to businesses under 150 employees. They are set up at the Leamington Half Century Centre. Visit westaysafe.ca for more details. Last week, MPP from Chatham-Kent Leamington, Rick Nicholls, toured the site and met with Pat and Bob Vance of Sweet Retreat in Leamington, who are participating in the program. Here, Jen Dawson, President of the Chamber, poses with MPP Nicholls and Pat and Bob Vance. SUN photo
Humane Society launches new fundraiser REGIONAL – The Windsor/Essex County Humane Society (WECHS) is thinking outside of the box… and inside of the bag. Because of the global pandemic, the WECHS had to cancel the 2020 and 2021 traditional in person galas. So, the Humane Society has gathered some supporters of the organization to present a first of its
kind event in the area. The Doggie Bag Delivery: Gala-In-A-Bag will happen on Thursday, July 22. “Throughout the pandemic, the Humane Society team has been here every day caring for our community’s animals,” says Melanie Coulter of the Humane Society. “Fundraisers like Doggy Bag Delivery support a
wide range of programs for animals in Windsor and Essex County. Rescuing animals in distress, treatment of sick and injured animals, support for low income pet owners, helping wildlife in need – all of these lifesaving activities are only possible because of events like this.”
Culprit caught red-handed LEAMINGTON – On Thursday, June 17 at 4:47 a.m., members of the Leamington Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an alarm at a business on Erie Street South. When officers arrived on scene, they discovered there was a break and enter in progress and a male was located attempting to flee the business but was arrested by police. Police have charged a 27-year-old Leamington man with break and enter to commit indictable offence, break and enter a place and steal a firearm, possession of break-in instruments, possession of a firearm, prohibited or restricted weapon obtained by crime, and unauthorized possession of a firearm. The accused was held for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor.
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Matt Quiring, left and Benny Teichroeb, with Nature Fresh Farm’s Greenhouse awards.
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Representing Sunset are, from left, Nancy Pickersgill, Peppe Bonfiglio and Jaclyn Ducharme.
Nature Fresh takes home Sunset wins several greenhouse awards greehouse awards LEAMINGTON — The Greenhouse Competitions in Leamington made a return this year hosting its annual Greenhouse Vegetable Awards on Friday, June 11. Showcasing the best greenhouse-grown produce from leading North American growers, family-owned Nature Fresh Farms came back to the competition, prevailing in their yearly tradition of receiving many top accolades, including overall winner of the Hottest Tomato with their newest Umami Cherry Tomato, in addition to winning the Bite-Sized Tomato category with their Axiany placing third, Orange Cherry receiving second, and their Umami Cherry Tomato awarded first place. Nature Fresh Farms took home awards in the following categories: Best Overall Tomato; Best Tomato on the Vine, Cluster Tomato Category 1st and 2nd place; Best Bite-Sized Tomato Category 1st, 2nd, 3rd; Best Specialty Tomato; Sweet-
est Strawberry 2nd; Coolest Cucumber, English Cucumber Category 2nd; Hottest Tomato, Beefsteak Category 2nd; Hottest Tomato, Roma Tomato Category 3rd; Perfect Pepper Category - Orange Bell 2nd, Red Bell 2nd, Yellow Bell 2nd. The Greenhouse Competitions has been a local event that Nature Fresh Farms looks forward to every year and are always proud of placing and especially honored to earn top spots for some of their favorite varieties. “Every year this event draws a lot of local attention with the grower base,” said Matt Quiring, Director of Sales. “It is always great validation to see that our growing processes and seed selection strategies are paying off. With this year being our first year entering into the strawberry segment, we are excited to have also received second place overall, proving that we will be a force to contend with in the future.”
KINGSVILLE – Leaders in flavour: it’s what Sunset is best known for. At this year’s 14th Annual Leamington Greenhouse Competition, flavour prevailed once again, as the company earned many awards, including several for first place, during the two-day competition. Sunset saw a repeat performance for Best Overall Strawberry by its WOW dreamberry and also repeated its win for Best Overall Cucumbers with its mini seedless cucumber. One Sweet Cucumbers and Qukes™ won top spots in the cocktail cucumber category. The uniquely striped Aloha pepper won Best Specialty Bell Pepper and Yowzers red chili peppers won Best Specialty Hot Pepper. Sunset orange bell pepper also received first place in its category. And finally, Campari won best cocktail tomato. “Flavor comes first in everything
we do, always,” said Paul Mastronardi, President and CEO of Mastronardi Produce. “Flavor brings people together. It’s a part of our conversations, it’s a part of falling in love with food and remembering that exact moment you tasted something incredible – and we are providing that experience. Receiving these awards is always an honour, and it’s a humbling feeling to be recognized and supported by our local community.” Each entry is judged through a blind taste test by a panel of experts, including representatives from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Affairs, chefs, and produce managers. The annual greenhouse competition is hosted by R.E.A.C.H. International, a locally funded charitable organization. Proceeds from the competition are used to support the development of schools and clinics in Uganda.
Mucci Farms featured vendor in Ontario’s Metro stores KINGSVILLE — Mucci Farms has become a featured vendor in Metro’s Locally Sourced program for 2021. The program began in 2016 and helps find new, impactful ways to spotlight its local vendors. Through the program, Metro sources and supports local food vendors across seven regions in Ontario through promotion within their stores. Over 800
local products from more than 150 local suppliers are currently available in their stores across the province. Mucci Farms is well known in this area as a world-class grower of greenhouse vegetables. They are a vertically integrated greenhouse grower dedicated to maximizing quality, food safety and efficiency using worldclass technology and
clean farming practices. As a forward thinking organization, Mucci Farms places an emphasis on sustainability, environmental responsibility and reducing food miles to offer consumers with the best quality of fruits and vegetables in the market 365 days a year. Mucci is one of Metro’s fresh vendors who uses non-traditional methods to grow fresh
produce inside a greenhouse. Mucci’s humble beginnings started over 60 years ago when two brothers from Italy immigrated to Canada with a passion to grow fresh, flavourful, fruits and vegetables. A generation later, Tony and Gino’s children have taken the company to new heights with a variety of commodities, aggressive expansions and the launch of
Mucci International Marketing Inc., the Sales & Marketing arm of the organization. Mucci Farms has a variety of produce they grow from their greenhouses including tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, eggplant, zucchini, mushroom, lettuce and herb, strawberries, all of which also comes organic.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES GREENHOUSE WORKER full time position available, 60-65 hours per week, 7 days a week depending on harvest. Physically demanding, repetitive tasks, bending, hot conditions and must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Maintain attendance vital for harvesting. Job duties include harvesting, planting, cluster pruning, de-leafing. Wage $14.39 per hour. No education or experience required. Send resume to Moretto Ingratta Farms Inc. 341 Morse Road, Leamington ON N8H 3V5 or Fax 519-326-1082. jn23-au25 _____________________________
PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $14.39/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via email: pinnaclejobs@hotmail.ca No experience or education required. de4-tf _____________________________
LOCAL TRUSS ASSEMBLY PLANT is hiring full time truss builders. Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays during busy season. Benefits after 3 months along with a boot allowance. Experience an asset but not required. Call 519-962-9922 or email resume to cindyh@rivardtruss.com.
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GREENHOUSE WORKERS NEEDED Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager. Specific duties include: Pruning, clipping, harvesting and cleaning work area. Repetitive task, standing for extended periods, hot humid conditions, comfortable working on scissor lifts, handling weights of up to 23 kg or 50 lbs, report signs of insect or disease damage. Permanent full time weekdays including weekends. $14.39 per hour. Will train the right candidate. Must be able to work within a group or on their own. Reliable and dependable. Must have own transportation. No educational requirements needed. Apply: Southshore Greenhouses Inc. 1746 Seacliff Drive Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2M6
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ELECTRICIAN - LICENSED ELECTRICAL contractor, semi-retired, looking for smaller wiring jobs and wiring repairs including additions, renovations. Call 519-326-7900. ECRA/ESA jn23-jl7 Licence #7013042.
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ELECTROLUX SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan tf Bailey. 519-825-7698. ____________________________
SOUTHPOINT PRINT: Envelopes, invoices, flyers, postcards, brochures, booklets, drivers logs, tickets, and many other custom print jobs. Call Mallory 519-984-1188 or mallory@southpointsun.ca. _____________________________
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Thompson leads Talbot Trail links By Bob McLean On a beautiful June 15, the Talbot Trail senior men’s league had 70 of its potential 78 golfers participating. The course is in excellent condition despite the unusually dry conditions. Rick Thompson had the hot sticks as his outstanding 36 topped the field. Rick also claimed Bobo the victory for the closest to the pin on #9. Ray La Pierre converted a dazzling 23foot putt on #2 to earn the long putt win. In the under 70 division, Joe Drummond continued his excellent play by firing a terrific 39. In second place were Arky and OV, who scored sparkling 42s. Newcomer Russell Alliett and Gerry Van Deven played superbly as they shot 43s. Fred Michano earned a solid 45. In the super senior gold division (86y+), Dave La Bonte played masterfully as he scored an impressive 41. Other commendable results were produced by Gerry Becigneul, Erle Nash and Murray Cascadden. Bob Freure and Tom Hyatt scored impressive 49s to lead the super senior silver division. Walter Balsam and Bill Edwards achieved very praiseworthy results. The 80-85 y division was well represented today. Joe Vrtel fired a sensational 40 to nip smooth swinging Vic Reynaert
by two. There were an astounding number of nifty 50 results produced by Ken Womack, Ed Woelk, Tom Sasso and Conrad Babkirk. Andy Orsini, Eugene Abbruzzese, Neil Adamson and Gary Wilson closely followed up with commendable results. In the 7079y grouping, Dutchy played brilliantly, scoring a 40, but he placed second to Rick’s masterful 36. Both Jim Pearson and Al Zanuttini shot spectacular 41s. Bummy played inspiring golf, earning a solid 43. Four golfers who shot noteworthy 44s were Ron McCracken, Ray la Pierre, Bobo and Ian Quirk. Other commendable results in this largest group of players were: Gus Brown 45; BW and Schmidty 46s; Dave Dent and Al Matthews 47s; Paul Carioli 48; Scoop E. 49. The patio is now open and the enthusiastic staff are ready to welcome the players with a friendly smile and great service. Seniors are reminded that they are to share carts in the groups. Masks are mandatory at this time. Golf is an awkward set of bodily contortions designed to produce a graceful result. – Tommy Armour. The trouble with golf is you’re only as good as your last putt. – Doug Sanders. Keep swinging and have fun!
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LEAMINGTON — Life has returned to local baseball diamonds, with Leamington District Minor Baseball getting back on the diamonds last week. In the top photo, coach Jeff Biekx gives instruction to some of his young charges. LDMBA and Kingsville Minor Baseball have both decided to go ahead with a shortened season, following the Step 1 reopening guidelines allowing teams and organizations to run practices and workouts. In the bottom left photo, coach Bob Grundner hits fly balls during workouts for the mosquito travel team. On the bottom right, it’s not just kids who were enjoying the diamonds, as local baseball enthusiast Dan Bateman was seen hitting some batting practice down at the diamonds. – SUN photo
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Minor soccer prepares for summer season and running six teams per division in the younger groups, while working with four teams per division in the older groups. This allows a manageable number under the current and expected provincial COVID guidelines. Online registration is now open through July 3 for all ages at leamingtonminorsoccer.com The key differences between this season — besides the time of year — will be no kick-off or wind-up days, no formal team photos or medals,
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Possible make up games Aug 23-27 if needed IMPORTANT! There will be various changes and restrictions to accommodate shortened season and restrictions. See website for details.
FEE $40 Jumpstart/P2P may be available for those who qualify through the Municipality of Leamington www.leamington.ca/recreation Must apply for voucher before you can register.
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canteen services will be minimal and space will be limited due to capacity restrictions. One adult per child can attend the field, with no
siblings allowed in the U5 and U7 divisions. In the U9 division and up, officials will do their best to make it work, but caution parents to be prepared to
Alf Whaley honoured at ball banquet Mr. Alfred Whaley, a lifelong resident of the Wheatley area, was presented with an engraved plaque as a token of appreciation by the Wheatley Area Minor Baseball Association in October of 1985. The plaque marked 32 years of service in a great many capacities to the community and minor baseball, and was presented at the annual minor baseball banquet. During those many years, Mr. Whaley served as coach, manager, trainer, umpire and, according to those who observed his contribution to minor ball, was available to do any task that needed doing on behalf of the young ball players in the community.
After moving back to Wheatley in the spring of 1955, Alfred started back in baseball. He held several positions on the Wheatley executive throughout the years. He was also on the Western County executive and the OBA executive. Mr. Whaley was the first president when they formed the Sun Parlour Baseball Association in 1974. His involvement with championship teams over the decades in Western Counties Baseball, Ontario Baseball Association and Sun Parlour Baseball Association is testimony to his commitment to the youth of the community. Following is a list of championship teams
Mr. Whaley coached or managed: Midget C 1957 WCBA; Midget C 1958 WCBA and OBA; Pee Wee C 1959 WCBA; Junior C 1961 WCBA; Pee Wee C 1962 WCBA; Junior 1963 WCBA and OBA; Tyke C 1966 WCBA and OBA; Tyke C 1967 WCBA and OBA; Tyke C 1968 WCBA and OBA; Tyke C 1969
WCBA and OBA; Pee Wee C 1970 WCBA and OBA; Tyke C 1971 WCBA and OBA; Tyke C 1972 WCBA and OBA; Tyke C 1973 WCBA and OBA; Tyke C 1974 WCBA and OBA; Pee Wee C 1983 SPBA and OBA; Pee Wee C 1984 SPBA and OBA; Pee Wee C 1985 SPBA and OBA.
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LEAMINGTON — Soccer balls will be kicked this summer after all. Leamington Minor Soccer has announced that they will be holding a summer season of soccer starting July 12 at the local soccer pitch. According to association Vice President Bob Rumble, they are looking forward to cautiously opening the season. “It will be different, but we want the kids to have fun,” he said. Rumble says that they are capping registration at 10 players per team
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Two of the 1978/79 gymnasts received awards at the Leamington Gymnastic Club’s annual open house and banquet. Kristi Corlett (left) was named the most improved and Sonja Derikx (second left) was the all-around best competitor. They were presented with awards by Essex South MP Bob Daudlin and club president Bonnie Malott. – Photo courtesy of the C. Scott Holland collection
Gymnastics club in 1978 By C. Scott Holland Until 1978, the Leamington Gymnastics Club had served its members solely as a venue to better themselves in that sport. But that year the club’s chief instructor, Kelly Whittal, decided that the youngsters would compete in two gymnastic meets. One was held in December and another in March the following year. The events were qualifying rounds sanctioned by the Ontario Gymnastic Federation and Whittal said, “It will give the girls more to look forward to and give more meaning to their training.” Previously the local club hardly required any added incentives to spark the interest of young girls. At that time though, the sport was surging in popularity thanks to international competition and the televised Olympic events. The local club, like others across the country and the world, reaped the benefits and grew.
The Leamington club was offering fall sessions with September registrations and hoped to have over 100 participants. In 1977 the club had 110 youngsters take part in the club’s programs. During the summer of 1978, several girls wanted the extra practice so they could enter the upcoming competitions. Like any other recreational program, its major problem was funding and club secretary Lorell Jones indicated that the club intended to restructure its rates. Some of its classes had been cancelled because of other programs being offered at the former Leamington arena auditorium. Set rates instead of fees were going to be implemented, as well as fundraising events to bolster the club’s financial situation. In the future, the club would thrive when it eventually relocated to a former building used by the fair. The club renovated it and turned it into a suitable home until moving to the Kinsmen Complex.
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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. Next meetings are June 9th and 23rd. 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.
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1951 English Ford V8 Pilot Except for the English-style grille, today’s feature car looks like a 1936 Ford sedan. But you are looking at a 1951 Ford V8 Pilot built in England for the English market and sent to me by Scott Holland, our local ‘Mr. Leamington’ historian: “This car was one of the top selling cars by Ford UK, which sold 21,155 units between 1947 and 1951. It boasted being the first large post-war British Ford. It had a 3.6 litre
V8 engine and a top speed of 80 miles per hour. “Like most Ford vehicles Bill Sherk produced in that era, the Just one year after HenV8 had vacuum-driven ry Ford built the ’36 Ford, wipers. This was a design the new 1937 models were flaw, as it slowed down much more modern with unexpectedly or com- a two-piece streamlined pletely stopped when the windshield, headlights car was on full throttle.” mounted in the fenders Thankfully, all cars built instead of on them, a sintoday have electric wip- gle hood hinged at the ers. back and opening at the
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front (replacing the fourpiece side-opening hood on the ’36) and a solid steel roof instead of a fabric insert. And if that were not enough, the ’37 Ford grille was inspired by the 1936 Lincoln Zephyr! The UK Ford was named the Pilot, probably in honour of the RAF pilots during the Battle of Britain. Sir Winston Churchill said it best: “Never in the field of human conflict has so much been owed by so many to so
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1951 Ford Pilot built in the UK.
few.” Today’s story is in honour of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinborough, who passed away in April. He was born in June of 1921.
If he had lived another two months, he would have made it to 100. Always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca
Former NHLer played his way throughout North America By C. Scott Holland Sometimes life throws you a few curves, but for a Leamington native and former NHLer, that curve came during his professional playing days. Pat Ribble’s career certainly reads like a roadmap with stops throughout North America. His rise to the big leagues began of course at the Leamington arena. As a late starter, he began playing hockey at the age of 15. After making the Leamington Legion Midget team in his second year, where they won an Ontario championship, Pat’s size and abilities were quickly noticed, and by 1971 he had cracked the Leamington Flyers Jr. C lineup. Earlier
Ribble playing for the Atlanta Flames, alongside goaltender Daniel Bouchard.
that same season, he also played a few games with the Windsor Spitfires Tier II Jr. A club. The Flyers won the Ontario title in 1971-72 and Pat headed east to Oshawa, where he made the Generals Jr. A squad as a walk-on. Little did he know, he’d eventually become one of that team’s 184 players to graduate to the NHL. He returned for a second season at Oshawa in 1973-74. In 1974, Ribble was selected 58th overall (4th round) by the Atlanta Flames and was also drafted by the Indianapolis Racers of the World Hockey Association. He elected to go the NHL route. Assigned to the Omaha Knights of the CHL, he was first called up by Atlanta for three contests in 1975. He spent the following year split with the parent club Atlanta and Tulsa (CHL). Over the course of four seasons, Pat became a steady blueliner for the Flames before being traded to the Chicago Blackhawks near the end of the 1978-79 season. Over a year-and-a-half, he suited up for 35 games with the Chicago Blackhawks. He was then sent to the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1979-80 and played 13 games before being shipped off to the Washington Capitals, where he’d play parts of three seasons before winding up his NHL career in Calgary in the 1982-83 season. Overall, Pat played 349 NHL games and had 19 goals and 60 assists for 79 points along with 365 penalty minutes.
Before his career wound up in 1987, he had played in the CHL and IHL with Oklahoma (CHL), the Colorado Flames (CHL), Salt Lake City Eagles and Indianapolis Checkers (IHL). One of the highlights along the way was playing 10 games for Team Canada in 1978 at the World Championships where the team won a bronze medal. In the intervening years, Ribble has become involved with several NHL team alumni events and has often appeared with the Detroit Red Wing alumni teams in Leamington. His career has cultivated many friends and he’s gotten to know quite a few places over the years, but Leamington and Essex County will always be his home.
Ribble’s second stop in his NHL career was in Chicago with the Blackhawks.
Pat Ribble, right, with former Red Wings Captain, Alex Delvecchio in the 1990s. Scott Holland photo
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