Southpoint Sun - June 5, 2024

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Kingsville approves concept for Cottam Community Centre

By Mark Ribble

Kingsville council voted last week to approve the conceptual plan for the new Ridgeview Park Community Centre in Cottam — which also houses the Cottam Library — but some concerns over space promoted a second motion to increase the budget on the project.

A Public Information Centre was held on April 15, with two designs presented to residents, who voted in-person and on-

line – and overwhelmingly voted for the new structure to be located at Ridgeview Park.

The budgeted cost for the project, which includes demolition of the existing fieldhouse, is $2.85 million.

The design presented to council takes into consideration the public feedback received.

A motion was made to accept the design and after some lengthy discussion, the recommendation was passed, with

council concerns slated for a second motion.

Among the biggest concerns were the overall size of the structure and the amount of space allotted inside for user groups, including the library.

Discussion revolved around a suggestion made by Deputy Mayor Kimberly DeYong to incorporate a retractable wall into the main space to separate library programs from other uses of the space.

“It’s one big room re-

placing the library, meeting space and recreational space,” she said. “I’d like to see a room divider that collapses into the wall.”

Deputy Mayor DeYong asked about the cost of adding a retractable wall to alleviate only one group being able to use the space at a time.

Most of council agreed with that sentiment and Councillor Thomas Neufeld made a motion to increase the budget to $3 million to accommodate a larger building and

add the retractable divider in the main room.

“I would hate to be in a position where it’s already built and it’s too small and Cottam is stuck with it,” said Neufeld.

Councillor Larry Patterson disagreed, saying, “This has got to stay on budget. If we were to have extra money, I’d like to see us put that into storage.”

Mayor Dennis Rogers supported the idea of the retractable wall.

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“Public feedback is important and I think it’s important to set something and stick with it,” he said.

“Having said that, I’m in support of the wall. Having multiple groups being able to work at the same time is important.”

Councillor Tony Gaf-

fan asked where the extra $150,000 would come from — it will be spread out over 10 years.

Deputy Mayor DeYong threw her support behind Neufeld’s motion for an extra 400 square feet, plus the retractable wall to be added, to which Mayor

Rogers agreed.

“To add 400 square feet and other options, an extra $150,000 is worth it,” said Rogers. “This community will get a lot of value out of it.”

Neufeld’s motion was carried with a 6-1 vote.

Carrrousel of Nations here next two weekends

The Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex County (MCC) has announced details for this year’s Carrousel of the Nations.

Now in its 49th year, the award-winning Carrousel of the Nations is a cornerstone of the region’s summer festival season. As the only ethnic and multicultural festival in the area, Carrousel offers residents and visitors the chance to experience a wide array of cultures and traditions they might otherwise never encounter.

Carrousel of the Nations 2024 will showcase

the cultures and traditions of 30 villages around Windsor and Essex County, including seven new villages. The festival will take place over two weekends: Friday, June 14 to Sunday, June 16, and Friday, June 21 to Sunday, June 23.

2024 Carrousel of the Nations Villages

Saturday, June 15

Leamington: Portuguese Village (new), Leamington Portuguese Club, 217 Talbot St. West. Kingsville: Dutch Village at The Grove Brewing Company, 86 Wigle Avenue.

June 21-22

Leamington: Italian Village, Roma Club of Leamington, 19 Seacliff Drive East, Friday and Saturday.

German Village, Leamington Lebanese Club, 477 Highway 77, Saturday only.

Lebanese Village, Leamington Lebanese Club, 477 Highway 77, Saturday only.

Mexican Village (new), Mill Street, Leamington, Sunday only.

Village dates, times, menus and locations can be found at carrouselofnations.com

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CIRQUE LUZDALIA IN LEAMINGTON

Above are more scenes from the Cirque LuzDalia show at the Nature Fresh Farms Rectreation Centre on Thursday, May 30. In the top photo, Ximena, 8, Jorge and three-year-old Caleb Vazquez enjoy some carnival treats prior to the start of the show. In the bottom photo, Poppet Abolio-Cisneros, a contortionist with Cirque LuzDalia, performs for the crowd. SUN photos by

“GLOW NIGHT” kingsville.ca/blockparty Music. Games. Food. Market. 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

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FLOODING IN WHEATLEY AREA

The powerful rain storm that hit Wheatley on Tuesday, May 28 brought hail and flash-floods to the village and surrounding area. The storm rolled in around dinnertime and within minutes, reports of flooding basements and yards in Wheatley were abundant. Some residents reported as much as five or six inches of rain in their gauges as the water fell fast and furious, while others reported three separate incidents of hail within the same timeframe. Cleanup continued for days as families tried to get their basements pumped and dried out, and Talbot Trail Golf Course remained closed for a few days after creeks overflowed and undermined some of the bridges on the course. While a small land-spout tornado was confirmed near Blytheswood during the storm, Leamington was spared the deluge — parts of Leamington got little to no rain at all.

Photos courtesy of Bob Henderson, Wes Wright, Tim St. John and Katherine Albuquerque

800 block of Highway 3, west of Wheatley.

Talbot Trail Golf Course.

Tim St. John fishing in a backyard on Middleton.

Back yard along Erie Street South.

Memorial Sunday held to honour late veterans at Branch 188

By Paul Forman

Honouring and remembering local veterans that came home and have since passed, a Memori-

al Sunday ceremony was held inside the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 188 in Kingsville. Always held the first

Sunday in June, a Prayer for Deceased Comrades and a Call The Roll of Post-War Deceased reminded all those in attendance of the sacrifices made by our veterans and that they will not be forgotten.

Though they didn’t see action overseas, the ladies that belonged to the Auxiliary were also recognized for their unselfish efforts at the ceremony.

Legion volunteers made a strong visual impact over the weekend as they placed Canadian flags at veteran places of rest at cemeteries in Kingsville, Olinda, Ruthven and Cottam.

Local author launches new children’s book

By Paul Forman

Leamington author Kelly MacLellan launched her second book — this one a book for children — on May 30 at an evening event at Kingsville’s Joe Hot+Cold.

A deep connection between MacLellan and her dog Chloe was the genesis for the book, more specifically a day the two had at the beach.

“The book essentially started in 2006 when I was going through some fertility issues,” said MacLellan. “I got a dog, and that dog got all of my motherly attention and all of my love.”

The author added, “My dog Chloe and I

would spend a lot of time together and one day we were on the beach. These little butterflies began to hang around Chloe and I went home and began to write about it. I began to wonder if the butterflies were an expression and a connection to something else.”

MacLellan’s Chloe & the Butterflies chronicles the adventures, transitions and losses for a girl named Katie, her dog Chloe and her family.

This 80-page chapter book has been written for an audience that ranges from six to 10 years of age and may serve as a way of connecting families when used as a read-aloud or while going through the

discussion prompts that follow the story itself.

“As parents, we feel a lot of pressure to help our kids cope and adapt to issues that they are having,” says the author. “I hope that the book helps create a sense of attachment and security for families, so that when something does arise, the conversation has already been started.”

The heartwarming Chloe & the Butterflies retails for $20 and can be purchased in person at Chapters in the Devonshire Mall or at Storytellers Bookstore on Ottawa Street in Windsor. For those looking to purchase online, visit her website at embraceyourlife.ca.

Leamington author Kelly MacLellan with her book, Chloe & the Butterflies.

Members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 188 executive which organized and carried out the events during Memorial Sunday on June 2. The service, which is usually held at Greenhill Cemetery, was moved inside due to threatening weather. From left are Blaine Roth, Scott Sitler, Cookie Klooster, James Raposo, Mary-Maureen Atkin, Lana Kappi, Glenn Brooker, Tim Paquin, Amy Kendall, Scott Treanor and Linda Lynch. SUN photo by Paul Forman

Cavs leave lasting legacy as they bid fond farewell to KDHS

By Mark Ribble

The halls of Kingsville District High School were bursting with people and pride on Friday, May 31 as over 3,000 people showed up for the Sendoff Social organized by the Cavs Legacy Fund committee.

Current and former students, staff and parents came out in droves for a celebration like no

other, to say goodbye to their school, which will close at the end of the month.

The Cavs Legacy Fund Committee was formed by parents, students and alumni to help raise funds for much-needed equipment for the new K-12 school that will open in September. Funds raised by the committee will go toward the purchase

of bleachers, tech equipment, scoreboards and an athletic track, among other things.

While the current building was originally erected in 1953, KDHS dates back to 1921, when the school first opened at its present location on Main Street East.

There was plenty of activity as the committee went all-out to make

sure many memories were made and that those present were able to share many of their own with former classmates.

Events included a pep rally, alumni games, silent auction and memorabilia rooms, refresh-

ments and a final victory lap around the school, complete with fireworks.

Organizers were thrilled with the turnout.

“It was notalgic. People laughing, hugging, crying, remembering their time spent at KDHS,” said Legacy Committee Chair Heidi Skinner. “Remembering the Cavalier spirit, which will never be forgotten. It’s events like these that truly show that the heart of Kingsville is and always will be community first.”

These four former Lady Cavs were on hand for the pep rally inside the KDHS gym on Friday, May 31. Top are Brenda Hyatt and Chris Moody, while at the bottom are Kimberly DeYong and Margie Rutgers.

The library at KDHS was set up as a merchandise and memorabilia room with these silent auction items very popular.

Avery Allsop, a Grade 9 student at KDHS, found herself the last person standing in the alumni dodgeball game on Friday, managing to “dodge” everything thrown at her until reinforcements were allowed to re-enter the game. Her team came back and won the game, thanks to her skills at avoiding being hit. SUN photos

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Memories of first cars, music and where we are now

As we get older, we often think back on random things in our lives, or maybe periods of our lives that still stay with us so many years later.

This morning (Tuesday), I was up early and thinking about my very first vehicle and the time frame that surrounded that purchase.

So, with apologies to my friend Bill Sherk, here is the story.

After I graduated high school in June of 1979, I was working full time as a grocery clerk at the old Sunshine Market Gardens, where SECC is now located on Talbot East.

Ted Bewley was my baseball coach that year, and offered jobs to pretty much anyone on the team that wanted them, as he was also the manager of the grocery store.

Seeing that as a possible bonus — knowing he wouldn’t schedule me on baseball

My sister’s Goat

Leamington resident

Bill Stasso writes: “In 1983, Dad said to me: ‘Your sister Sharon is 16 and needs a car. Can you find one for her?’

Her brothers, Mark and I, owned Pontiac GTOs. The choice was obvious. An Auto Trader ad revealed a 1969 Goat (slang for GTO) with dark blue exterior, white interior, and three-speed automatic with 350 HP 400 c.i. V8.

“After a brief negotiation, the car was hers! She was now one of the

game nights — I took a full-time job there just after school finished up for the year.

The problem was that the only fulltime position available was on midnights, stocking shelves and washing the floors.

So, I toiled on my only ever midnight shift for two or three weeks. What a way to start your adult life.

It was interesting at least.

Being an AM radio kid, growing up on CHYR and CKLW, I discovered I was missing out on a lot of great music that was being played on WRIF, the chosen station of those in charge of the midnight shift at Sunshine Market Gardens.

Gone were my thoughts of Tony Orlando and Dawn, Debbie Boone and Captain and Tenille. They were now replaced with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, AC/ DC and Queen.

After three weeks of toiling on mid-

coolest kids in high school, a Grade 11 student driving a hot muscle car, and even better, a girl! She drove it to school every day and had her own parking spot at Jim’s Pizza Shack next door. As the story goes, if she did not attend school on a certain day, no one dared park in ‘her spot.’

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE

Bill Sherk

“Endless hours of cruising with her friends along the ‘strip’ from McDonald’s to the dock led

to warnings from the local constabulary to ‘slow down.’ But no tickets! Her winning smile saved the day!

“Sharon owned it for eight years, but people still stop her and reminisce about seeing her in her Goat. Great memories!”

nights, a job came open on the day shift and I jumped at it, joining fellow teammates Larry Balkwill and Ron Martin, replenishing the perishables and carrying out groceries for the customers.

In my first year there, I was able to buy my first vehicle, a customized Ford Econoline van, from my oldest brother. He had blue shag carpet installed throughout the whole van, from the floor to the walls, to the ceiling. It had two captain-style seats in the front and a bench seat behind them, then the rest was wide open.

I did replace his AM radio with a newer one that took cassettes.

I drove that thing everywhere and used it quite often during the summer of 1980 to carry teammates to and from baseball games in Windsor — all the while blaring that new-found love of FM rock music.

Later that year, I sold the van back to my brother.

The new 1980 Ford Mustang had caught my eye on the Marathon lot and salesman Don Ruston thought I may get more for the van if I sold it rather than trade it in, so my brother graciously offered to buy it back. I think he kept it for a couple more years and I assume it’s long gone to van heaven by now.

My Mustang purchase was my second vehicle, but my first brand-new vehicle. I paid $6,795 for it in the early winter months of 1981 and enjoyed it — although it wasn’t the old Mustang sports

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car anymore — until early October 1982 when I was travelling east on the ninth concession, approaching the intersection at the Albuna Townline.

A lady in a ‘big boat’ of a Bonneville waited until I got to the intersection to pull out in front of me and we ended up on the concrete steps of the store on the southeast corner.

The front end was demolished, but my fiancé and I were pretty much unscathed. I spent the night in the hospital for a concussion, but otherwise, we were okay.

I missed two wedding receptions the following weekend — close friends Jerry and Sandy Martin and my cousins Rich and Lorree Pursel.

The car was never the same. My insurance company chose to fix it, but it leaked like a sieve after that and I eventually traded it in on a brand new 1984 Ford Tempo.

And now I’ve come full circle. After years without a Ford vehicle, I’m loving my Bronco Sport.

And thinking about the first car I ever purchased makes me wonder if the Bronco is the last.

I guess time will tell.

Memories of Rock Talk

Back in the mid-1970s, while I was still living in Thornhill during high school, I had the opportunity to write a weekly entertainment column called “Rock Talk” for the weekly Richmond Hill Liberal newspaper. It mostly dealt with rock and pop music shows and record reviews, which is not that much unlike what I’m doing these days in the Southpoint Sun. Except now, as I’m a lot older (and greyer), it’s mostly a review of music and entertainment over the past 60 years.

I really enjoyed it back then as record companies would send me newly released music albums and occasionally tickets to upcoming concerts in Toronto with hopes that I would write a positive review on their artists. I would also occasionally meet promoters and some pop music stars along the way.

My favourite promoter was Charley Prevost from A&M Records, whose office was in the Yorkville area of midtown Toronto at 33 Madison. But this all started off as a fluke as one weekday morning in June when my Grade 13 Geography class was in downtown Toronto doing an urban study. Every student had a block of buildings

to study and, lucky me, I had the block on 347 Yonge Street that contained the world-famous Sam the Record Man store.

FLASHBACK RADIO with Chuck

As I was walking by its entrance, I heard this beautiful song playing over the outdoor speaker called “Late Again” which featured a heavenly harmony. It sounded a lot like the Beatles even though I knew it wasn’t them. So I walked inside and asked the sales clerk, “Who is that?” and he said, “Stealers Wheel”. Without hearing another note, I bought their album on the spot. That night, I wrote a positive review on it and dropped it off at the Liberal.

The next day, at around 4:00 p.m., I get a call from an A&M Records rep by the name of Charley Prevost. He told me he enjoyed my record review and if there’s any other A&M records I’d like to have, just let him know. I said, “That sounds great, but how did you even know I wrote this?” He said, “We have people looking for these reviews in the various newspapers and we pay them for sending them to us.” Really?

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There began a great relationship. The next morning, I borrowed my dad’s car and drove down to the A&M Records office. Charley Prevost must’ve given me around 16 albums to have – hoping for some more favourable reviews.

As I recall, I took home albums by Gallagher & Lyle, Stealers Wheel, Paul Williams, The Carpenters, Joan Baez, Billy Preston, Lee Michaels, Supertramp, Captain and Tennille, Rita Coolidge, Gino Vannelli and several others which I’ve long forgotten about since then. Unfortunately for me, Charley left A&M Records in a couple of years and became Supertramp’s North American road manager. Still, on the positive side, what a great promotion as I soon started calling and getting other record reps from Polydor, Capitol, Columbia, RCA, Warner Brothers and so forth to send me albums that I could review for “Rock Talk”. All thanks to Charley Prevost.

Sharon Stasso with her 1969 GTO.

Cougarbotics competition draws 33 teams

Cardinal Carter Middle School held their annual Cougarbotics tournament last week with the competition running from Wednesday, May 29 through Friday, May 31.

Although the tournament ran for two days, the students were really working on their projects since December. In total, 33 teams of students participated in three categories: Innovation, Robot Games and Core Values.

The top nine teams were brought in for the final day of judging.

For the Core Values portion, students learn that friendly competition and mutual gain are not separate goals, and that helping one another is the foundation of teamwork.

The Innovation portion asked students to design creative solutions to everyday problems.

In the Robot Games portion, students were asked to design and code a Lego robot and then program it to automatically complete a series of missions to score points in a 2.5 minute time limit.

The tournament was spearheaded by teachers Cindy Derksen and David Kostanjevec, along with several teachers, and high school and parent volunteers.

In the Innovation category, the Sporty Sistas took top spot, with the Benchwarmers second and the Cre8tives third. In the robot games, the Airheads took top spot, with Sports-

The Wheatley Legion Branch 324 building was the first to be demolished in the current round of demolitions being carried out in Wheatley this week. Several buildings in the blast zone from the August 2021 explosion are scheduled for demolition in the coming weeks.

plex second and the Sporty Sistas in a third place tie with the Walk Safe Crew. When all scores were tabulated, the Sporty Sistas took top overall spot, with the Cre8tives second and Sportsplex third

Cougarbotics overall winners, the Sporty Sistas. Back row, from left are Sofia Rosas, Yara Goncalvez, Mia LaSala, Lauren Davidson, Andrea Shiju and Addison Zorzit. In the front row are Alma Abdul Aal, Mikayla Marentette, Selina Gualtieri and Marissa Moniz. SUN photos

Teams competed with their robots at four robotic Lego tables set up in the gym.

Greg Coulter photo

Wheatley Legion Branch 324 holds elections

Wheatley Branch 324 Elections were held in May and the Branch Officers for the next two

years are President Dick Whittle, 1st Vice Judy Pickle and 2nd Vice Tommy Brown. The Executive

Committee is comprised of Craig Howe, Sarah Simpson, Sly Meredith, Willy Lyons, Jason Bell

and Ashley Resendes. Appointed positions are Recording Secretary/ Membership Laura Simp-

Happy 90th Birthday Dad! Peter Blokker

June 4, 2024

Love your wife Gerarda, your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He celebrated with his whole family. Dad, we love you!

Happy 90th Birthday

Margaret Rowley Dama

June 6, 2024

Margaret Rowley Dama recently enjoyed a celebration of her 90th birthday at a gathering with family and friends. As a lifelong resident of Leamington, she loves this town and enjoys telling stories of the changes she’s witnessed. She stays very active and is dedicated to her daily walks. So, if you see her out walking, give her a wave as she marches toward 100.

In Loving Memory of James simpson

June 14, 1941 - June 7, 2016

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. Love you forever.

Pat, Jeff and Danielle, Scott and Michelle, Noah, Meaghan, James and Ali.

In Loving Memory of Cindy SarkiS

February 5, 1980 – June 5, 2023

It’s been one year

We think about you always, We talk about you still, You have never been forgotten, And you never will.

We hold you close within our hearts, And there you will remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again. Sadly missed by Mom & Dad, Joe, Annette and families

son, Secretary/Treasurer Cathy Bell and Sgt-atArms Tommy Brown.

The President and Executive have been doing an excellent job keeping things together over the past two years with all the challenges the Branch has faced, most particularly the loss of the Legion building due to the August 2021 explosion. Most are returning Executive members, and welcome to new Executive member Ashley Resendes. Congratulations to all.

Demolition on Erie North started with the Legion building on Monday. There were so many great memories created within those walls and it’s sad to see it go. Members are looking toward the future and hopefully by the time the next election rolls

around, Branch 324 will be in its new headquarters.

There were 19 players out for Friday Night Fun Darts on May 31. Recording five wins were Jo-Anne Smith, Barry Bartelt and Jim McClellan. Four wins: Karin Kingswood, Karl Bartelt and Dave Leili; Julie Reid and Cookie Klooster. Three wins: Jean Teylouni and Larry Evoy; Amy Kendall, Ted Allen and Gord Crook. Two wins: Laura Smith and Dennis Kiss; Bonnie Evoy and Tim Butt. One win: Virginia Bartelt and Ben Baltzer. Lady doublers were Jo-Anne and Laura. Next Fun Darts night is Friday, June 7 at Kingsville Legion. Sign-up is at 7 p.m. and play begins at 7:15.

Kingsville Friendly Club

Kingsville Friendly Club president Bob Bell welcomed 38 out to play cards at the Unico Centre on Tuesday, May 28, welcoming Rita and Fred Sleiman for the first time.

IN MEMORIAM WALTER ROADHOUSE

TOM & DONNA KNIGHT

Married June 7, 1969 at Leamington United Church

May 22, 1925 – June 4, 1996

ELEANOR ROADHOUSE

March 8, 1925 – June 9, 2014

You are both still with us in heart and mind each day, though we cannot hear your voice nor feel your warm embrace.

Precious memories keep you near and when we reminisce we realize how blessed we were to have you guide our steps.

We love you and miss you, Pat, Susan and families.

We can’t believe it’s been 25 years without you! You left us beautiful memories, Your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you, You’re always by our side. Love always, your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Scores in Bridge: Carolyn Brown 3430, Roy Trowell 3260, Case Mulder 3060. Euchre: Ken Martinuik 109, Bill Fielding 88, Kathy Hedge and Ken Salter 86. Most lone hands: Ken Marinuik with 8! Cribbage: Sue Girardin 677, Stuart Wheelton 610, Fred Sleiman 592. Door prize winners were Lila Withers, Nancy Taylor and Carrie Schultz. Snacks were provided by Bob Bell. There were 49 out to play cards at the Unico Community Centre on Friday, May 31. A card was signed by all to wish former member Jim Hickmott a happy 90th birthday.

Bridge: Alta Van Vliet 3920, Kim Hamm 3060, Roy Trowell 3000. Euchre: Fred Sleiman 91, Robert Boose 88, Nancy Taylor 84. Most lone hands: Dawn Tizzard 5. Pepper: Rhoda Earl 300, Ken Salter 296, Maggie Hansen 275. Most peppers: Rhoda Earl 8. Door prizes were won by Dave Snider, Bob Bell and Helen Todman. Delicious snacks were provided by Liese Sabelli and Lois Charrette.

IN MEMORIAM

Celebration of Life BARBARA HUNTER

July 1937 – February 2024

Barb brought so much joy to our lives that we ask you to gather and celebrate her life with us by sharing your favourite memories and joyful moments.

If you feel so led, a donation in memory of Barb to honour her commitment to children and education can be made to The Learning Disabilities Association of Windsor-Essex County or the Ronald McDonald House Charities.

OPEN HOUSE

SATURDAY, JUNE 15 • 1:00 - 3:00 PM 844 COUNTY ROAD 31, LEAMINGTON

RSVP: Jodi 519-872-2641 or Jamie 226-975-4489

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Meghan Grace Morin

Holding her momma’s hand, Meghan Grace Morin took her final breath on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.

Left behind to pick up the pieces are parents Reg and Michelle, and sister Maddy. Predeceased by infant siblings Joseph and Nicole. Meghan lived every day of her 24 years with her beautiful smile, long eyelashes, spunky personality and her unapologetic love for Jesus.

A celebration of Meghan’s life was held with visitation at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Friday, May 31, 2024, from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m.

A private funeral service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to CK Animal Rescue and Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated by Meghan’s family.

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

Kenneth Paul Barry

Kenneth Paul “Ken” Barry passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at home, aged 70 years.

Dear father of Kevin (Amanda), Jonathan (Hannah) and Amanda. Loving grandpa to Chayse and Marilyn. Dear brother to Michael (Lorna), Kathleen, Joan Grant (Ian), Edward (Joanne). Predeceased by brothers John and Stephen.

Born on June 27, 1953, Ken grew up in the family home in Malton, Ontario, with his parents Mary and John. He started his policing career in 1975 with the Toronto Police Service, moving to Mersea Township Police Service in 1980, and retiring (after amalgamation) from the Leamington Police Service in 2008. He then worked with Erie Sand/ Sterling Ridge as their Health, Safety and Environment Director, retiring in 2021.

Throughout his life and career, Ken had a positive impact on the lives of many. Ken was awarded the Governor General’s Police Exemplary Service Medal in 1996 and again in 2005.

Cremation has taken place. Visiting is at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519 326-2631) on Thursday, June 6, 2024, from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Memorial donations may be made online to I’ve Got Your Back 911 (ivegotyourback911.com).

Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

CWL holds 73rd banquet

The 73rd anniversary of the Catholic Women’s League of Canada was celebrated on Wednesday, May 29 with the 73rd Crowning of Mary Banquet at Our Lady of Lebanon Shrine on Highway 77.

Founded in England in 1906, the Catholic Women’s League has grown into a vibrant community of women aged 16+ with 83,000 members

and 100,000 joint parishes across Canada.

“The Catholic Women’s League is not just an organization, it’s a force for positive change in our communities,” said local CWL president Barb Gaspard. “Tonight, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for being a part of this journey.”

Barb invited newcomers to join their ranks and participate in the

CWL’s various activities and thanked the various donors for the support shown for the event.

“Together, we can make

Lawrence “Larry” Lalonde

Lawrence “Larry” Lalonde, 76 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.

Beloved commonlaw husband of Janet Cook. Loving stepfather of Chris Cook. Predeceased by his mother and father, Beatrice and Roland Lalonde.

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Dear brother of the late Norm Lalonde (late Lois) and their family.

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Visiting was held at Reid Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Thursday, May 30, 2024, from 2-4 p.m., with no funeral service to follow.

Any changes please email sun@southpointsun.ca Thanks.

As an expression of sympathy and in lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Windsor/Essex Humane Society would be appreciated.

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

Janice Quenneville

Janice “Shorty” Quenneville (Knopp), 76 years, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, May 30, 2024.

Beloved wife of the late Victor (2022). Loving mother of Lisa Hickmott (Rob), Donald Quenneville (Penny Wright) and stepson Patrick Wilds (Darlene). Adored grandmother of Donny Jr. Trealout (Jess Anchor), Ryan Hickmott (Miranda O’Grady), Courtney Martin (Trevor), Jason Hickmott, Skylar Glabb (Damien), Matteo Wilds, Austin Ellis. Proud great-grandmother of DJ and Sonya Trealout, Raiden and Lucas Hickmott, Calliope Martin and Atlas Glabb. Dear sister to the late Don Knopp and the late Robert (Bob) Knopp (June). Special aunt to Robert Knopp, Rich Knopp (Lisa) and all the other nieces and nephews from the Quenneville family. Predeceased by her parents Catharine (1966) and John (1983) Knopp.

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Special thank you the St. Elizabeth nurses from Hospice, Dr. Burgess, and Janice’s PSWs Karen and Susan.

Memorial visiting will be at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519326-2631) on Thursday, June 6, 2024 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.

Memorial Service to celebrate Janice’s life will be held at the funeral home on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 11 a.m.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Erie Shores Hospice, Windsor/Essex Humane Society, Windsor Regional Cancer Centre or the Food Bank. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

a difference,” she said. “Let us honour the past, embrace the present and strive for a brighter future.”

Helene Stadler (nee Janzen) away peacefully at the Leamington Mennonite Home at the age of 101 years old, on Thursday, May 30, 2024.

Loving wife to the late Eduard (1981). Dear mother to Ed (Tina), Carl (Debbie), Theresa (late John), Siegfried (Leona). Beloved Oma to Melissa (Chris), Nicholas, Jennifer (Kevin), Sarah, Rachel (Steve), Jillian, Carson. Step-Oma to Stephen, Taunya (Scott), Kaylin (Cindy), Elisha (Jamie). Also survived by many great-grandchildren. Oldest sister of the late Kaethe (late Erich), late Peter (late Margaret), late Henry (Liese), Susanne, Annie (late Dirk), late Willie (Ellen).

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Helene was born in the Ukraine and immigrated to Canada with her husband and eldest son in 1949. They settled in Leamington where she lived the remainder of her life. Helene loved to cook, bake and garden. Religion also played an important part of her life and she was a dedicated member at Leamington United Mennonite Church.

Special thanks to the staff at the Leamington Mennonite Home for the compassionate care and comfort they provided for Helene over the years.

Visitation will be at Reid Funeral Home (14 Russell Street Leamington, 519-326-2631) on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 1:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Helene would prefer a donation to the Leamington Mennonite Home or the Canadian Cancer Society.

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

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Barbara Gaspard (President CWL), Romana Sobotka (Membership Committee),Chef George Harb, Paul Tawil (Manager Lebanese Club), Jacqui Iles (Faith Committe), Maria Araujo (Vice-President). Photos submitted

The procession makes its way from Our Lady of Lebanon Shrine.

Celebrating 50 Years In Harrow!

The Road To Success

Larry Renaud’s Garage Ltd. is a family run business that began with modest beginnings 50 years ago. The founders of the company, Larry & Iris Renaud from Harrow, Ontario, with a knowledge for workmanship and attention to detail started the business in 1974 under the name Larry Renaud’s Garage LTD. They specialized in repairs to cars, trucks, SUVs and farm equipment.

In the early 80’s, Ford of Canada was looking for a dealer to take over the Harrow and surrounding area market. With a desire to grow their business, Larry & Iris applied for a Ford franchise and they signed a dealer agreement with Ford of Canada on June 21st, 1983.

When their daughter, Tammy and 2 sons, Jeff & Rob joined the company, the company expanded into automotive & RV sales and services.

The Renaud family have always been firm believers that success comes from providing quality service and knowing that maintaining a good reputation is hard, but attaining a bad reputation is easy. As the business has grown, attention to detail remains to be the foundation of their success.

Today the company is joined by the third generation of family members among their dedicated staff. The traditions the company were founded upon continues today. Helping customers with their automotive and recreational needs has been at the forefront of the company for 50 years and with the addition of the R.V division in 1998, it has further helped customers enjoy their travelling and vacation experiences.

Larry Renaud Ford & RV sales serves the entire Essex County and Windsor Area, providing their customers with the best customer satisfaction in the industry. Renaud Ford & RV is proud of their accomplishments and looks forward to serving their past and future customers for years to come.

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1974 CENTENNIAL PARADE

Many memories of volunteerism

Recently, the Southpoint Sun asked readers to write in their best memories of Leamington to help celebrate the upcoming 150th birthday celebration.

As the replies roll in, they will be published where space permits. If you’d like to be included, please visit our website at southpointsun.ca/memories-of-leamington.

I’ve been thinking a lot about the past 50 years in Leamington, so thought I’d share all my memories.

I remember the eight of us organizing our high school reunion. I was clearing out things in the basement and came across reams of pages of names and addresses and the Phoebus 1959.

The light orange, gold and purple print, Alumni Weekend June 29, 30, 1985, a pamphlet with a letter explaining all the activities. It only cost everyone $25 with dinner at the Portuguese Club, a wiener roast and family picnic at the Kiwanis campground and of course there was a map.

There was an air show with pilot Bob Scott. Oh, did we have a super time!

The committee did a super job. Joe and Joanne DeLellis, Alan and Cathy Paterson, Dave and Mary Ellen Pilmer, Jim and Carolyn Reid, Bob and Mary Scott, Peter and Gloria Thiessen were very pleased with it all!

Now my high school is no longer filled with students! A grand new high school on Oak Street is now full of students.

I have had the unique opportunity to be a volunteer at several organizations that are a benefit to Leamington.

In 1973, through the efforts of Joanne Filimore and Father Duchenne, South Essex Community Council came into being an outreach to many Leamington citizens. The programs they provide serve many people, from Meals On Wheels to English classes to the refugees, activities for the youth and now a new program — Lend a Hand — to help the elderly or anyone who needs some helping hands.

In 2005, LAERC (Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee) began. I have served all these years and have met some amazing people. These refugees have learned English, got jobs and have become supportive to Leamington. We have just sponsored our 100th refugee and are looking to do another sponsorship.

In 2013, the organizers of Gleaners thought there had to be a way to feed the hungry. They started converting refuse vegetables and making food for the hungry all over the world. I think that some of those potatoes and carrots that I clean and chop might be mine in Africa, northern Ontario or Ukraine.

In 2016, Hospice became a blessing for many in the last days of a person’s life. Also Hospice is a great comfort to all the family. I enjoyed makings lunches for the residents and baking chocolate chip bars to pass around for an afternoon treat. Now I take chocolate baking in and set it out on a plate in the dining room for all to enjoy.

In 2018, two generous men — Peter Quiring and George Bergen — saw the possibilities of helping the youth. They bought St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and turned it into The Bridge Youth Resource Centre. I did some baking and it was a challenge to adjust the recipe to the large pans. That was really a bonus because it made lots!

In 2022, these gentlemen bought ‘my’ Knox Presbyterian Church. It is now a resource of help for anyone in need called the Leamington Community Hope Centre. I volunteered at the hospital for many years on Wednesday mornings in the diagnostic imaging department folding the linen, delivering items and talking with the staff until 2020.

The last 50 years Leamington has grown with lots of new businesses and services( or organizations). These volunteer endeavors have affected me most.

Carolyn Reid, Leamington

taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This photograph of an unidentified family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in the late 1940s or early 1950s.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal

Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives

Leamington’s

June 1994 - Henry Flaming and his wife greeted what seemed like an endless line of past and present students, parents, friends and associates during the afternoon retirement tea at Romney Central staged in his honour. The McMahon family is here renewing acquaintances with Mr. Flaming.

Postcard showing the Elliott home, near Windsor. This was Chief Tecumseh’s shelter during the War of 1812, and home where “Eliza” in “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” also found shelter after escaping slavery.

Police Station 1961 - Many residents may recall the third police station and its adjoining fire hall which opened in the summer of 1961 on Clark St. West. It was the third location for the police station but for the local fire department the building was its first actual fire hall. The building was replaced by a modern facility which was erected in 1982.

The Knights of Columbus float makes its way up Erie Street during the 1974 Centennial Parade in Leamington. In the background is County Fair Mall, which at that time was anchored by Zellers on one side and A&P on the other. Photo courtesy of Rudy Foldesi

Wayward kitty reunited with owners

By Mark Ribble

Frank the Bengal cat has returned home.

After about nine months away, a Kingsville kitty is back with his owners this week and starting to readjust to life in the house he called home for the last five years.

Frank and his brother were adopted as twoyear-old rescues from Florida about five years ago by Chris and Bob Harkness.

After a month or so, it was apparent that Frank’s brother was not going to adjust to his new surroundings and the Harknesses contacted the rescue centre, who took him back.

But Frank stayed and flourished with the Harkness family and despite his loud vocalizations, was quite content in his neighbourhood.

Last Labour Day weekend, Chris was out on the back deck and watched Frank jump up on top of the back fence in their yard.

“He jumped up there, looked back at me and jumped into the field behind,” said Chris from her Kingsville home last week. “I never saw him again.”

She says she put his picture on social media and spread the word.

Bengal cats are quite distinctive with their short shiny coat, long legs and tail and loud vocalization. About a month later she got a message from someone between Leamington and Kingsville who said they saw Frank, but after looking around the area, they gave up.

“I cried,” said Chris. “We figured he was long gone.”

When her phone rang last Wednesday, May 29 — it was her husband Bob who was away for work — Chris assumed it was a routine call.

He said, “You won’t believe it. Frank’s alive,” says Chris.

A call had come from the South Carolina firm that had installed Frank’s microchip so many years ago. Frank had been found in Windsor and turned in to the Humane Society.

Chris picked him up on May 30 and brought him back home.

“He’s mad because I won’t let him out,” she said. “But I’m glad he’s here.”

Frank has spent the

Community Calendar

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

GENERATION RISING INVITES EVERYONE to an evening of inspirational music, storytelling and a hymn sing with award winning vocalists and musicians Kevin Pauls + The Undercovers and the dynamic duo The Wiebes. This free concert is Sat. June 8 at 7:00 p.m. at Faith Mennonite Church, 26 Sherk St., Leamington. Freewill offering will help provide high quality Christian education to 106 children who live in poverty in Nicaragua, Honduras and Paraguay.

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

STRAWBERRY SOCIAL - 12 noon - 2:00 pm at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie. St. N., Leamington, in support of outreach programs. Hotdog & chips, strawberry shortcake or strawberry sundae, beverages. $12 per person, $30 per family. More info: 519326-3111 or st.johnleamington.org

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

SPEQTRA OPEN HOUSE - from 12:00 - 3:00 pm, 3100 McCormick Rd., Harrow. Special Equestrians Therapeutic Riding Association has a new location and is celebrating with an Open House. All are welcome to join the festivities. Free lunch, giveaways, pony rides, face painting, etc. More info: 519-322-8365 or www.speqtra.ca.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

ESSEX COUNTY FIELD NATURALISTS CLUB WILL MEET at 7:00 p.m. at Ojibway Nature Centre, 5200 Matchette Rd., Windsor. Speaker: Julie Hall. Topic: Nature Trivia Night. Teams or play solo, designed for nature lovers of all levels. All welcome. Free to attend.

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

KINGSVILLE ARCHIVES OPEN HOUSE - 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., 40A Main St. West, Kingsville. Explore the collection. Meet the volunteers. Discover new and old facts. Share your history. Say "Hi" to our summer student. Everyone welcome.

SUNDAY, JUNE 16

FATHER’S DAY PANCAKE BREAKFAST, hosted by Kingsville Lions Club, from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Kingsville Lions Hall, 23 Mill St. W., Kingsville. $10 per person, $5 for children 2-12 years old, under 2 years eat free. Pancakes, sausages, coffee, tea & juice. All welcome.

SUNDAY, JUNE 23

SAY YES TO KIDS! SUNDAY - EVERY CHILD MATTERS - at 10:30 a.m. St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington.

past few days reacclimating himself with his home while Chris is busy trying to come up with a solution to allow the strong-willed feline outside for some fresh air.

Chris credits the microchipping with bringing Frank back into the fold.

“If ever there was a testament to getting your pets microchipped, this is it,” she said. “I’m happy to have him home.”

Full Dentures Replace All of Your Teeth

Sometimes it is necessary to replace all your natural teeth with a set of full (or complete) dentures. Having your full dentures custom-fit will ensure they are comfortable and accurate.

A specially designed Eucharist service to involve more young people and the young of heart of the parish. Remember to wear your Orange Shirt. Joyful music to celebrate all ages!

SATURDAY, JULY 27

WONDERBROADS 3rd ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT - 4-person scramble, 18 holes w/cart, hotdog & beverage. Register your foursome at 2024wonderbroadgolf.golfgenius.com. Fundraiser in support of Wonderbroads Dragonboat Racing Organization which is comprised of breast cancer survivors from Windsor/Essex County. ONGOING

WESTOVER - Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N. Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Pre-treatment or after-care program for substance misuse. Do you, a friend or family member struggle with substance misuse? Come learn about the solution process. Drop-in group session. No registration required.

SOUTH ESSEX COMMUNITY COUNCIL - ADULT DAY PROGRAM - Join us at Faith Mennonite for a day service providing social, recreational and personal support to clients and respite. For more information or to register, call SECC at 519-326-8629 or visit our website at secc.on.ca.

FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE at Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. East, for those who enjoy morning coffee/tea and conversation, the first Wednesday of each month. Upcoming dates: April 3 at 10:00 a.m. in church auditorium. All welcome, no RSVP required.

URSA MAJOR’S LITTLE BEAR CAFE COMMUNITY BREAKFAST every Monday (except holidays), 1860 Division Rd. North, Kingsville. Ursa Major Day Support Program’s community breakfast awaits with free coffee, tea, and simple eats — available while supplies last. Open to the whole community. We welcome everyone to join in the good food and fellowship. For more details, visit www.UMLSC. org or email contact@umlsc.org.

INDIVIDUALS WHO REQUIRE ASSESSMENTS TO ENTER TREATMENT PROGRAMS FOR ADDICTIONS can contact Ian MacNeil, Social Worker with Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare, located at 33 Princess St. (1st floor) in Leamington, on

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Chris Harkness with Frank in her Kingsville home. SUN photo

NEW WATER EXCURSION RENTAL SHOP OPENS

Somewhere Else Experience opened at Cedar Creek last month and Friday, May 31 marked their ribbon-cutting ceremony. The company, owned by Jodie and Ruth Ellen McIntyre, specializes in canoe, kayak and paddleboard rentals for leisurely excursions along Cedar Creek. Business has been really good so far and the pair hope to expand in the coming years to include more accessible features. They currently have a kayak launch that helps kayakers get in and out of their kayak without getting wet. They have 13 rentals available — some tandem — which will accommodate up to 18 people at once. In the photo on the left, Kingsville Deputy Mayor Kimberly DeYong tries out the kayak launch, while owner Ruth Ellen McIntyre helps her out. In the photo on the right, the ribbon cutting included, from left, Cristina Melnik of the Small Business and Entrepreneurship Centre, Kingsville Councillor Debby Jarvis Chausse, Somewhere Else Experience owner Ruth Ellen McIntyre, Kingsville Mayor Dennis Rogers, Somewhere Else Experience owner Jodie McIntyre, Kingsville BIA director Roberta Weston and Kingsville Deputy Mayor Kimberly DeYong. They are located at 883 Elinor Street. For more information, visit somewhereelseexperience.ca. SUN photos

Silvaggi becomes 7th President of St. Clair

On June 3, Michael Silvaggi started his first full week as the 7th President of St. Clair College, marking a significant milestone in the college’s 57th year of operation in Ontario.

This week is set to be particularly busy for the first-time president, as it coincides with the start of the graduation season for nearly 4,500 St. Clair College graduates. The Windsor campus convocation ceremonies will take place at the WFCU Centre on Tuesday and Wednesday, with sessions scheduled for 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. each day. Additional convocation ceremonies will be in Chatham and Toronto over the following two weeks.

President Silvaggi brings 23 years of experience in the post-secondary education sector, all of which have been spent at St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology. Starting as a Clerk in the Accounts Payable Department in November 2000, he swiftly progressed through various roles, demonstrating his exceptional leadership and management skills. Over the years, he has held pivotal positions within the college, including Associate Registrar and Associate Vice President, Student Services and College Registrar.

His most recent roles as Vice President, Academic and College Registrar have allowed him to contribute significantly to strategic planning within

and on provincial committees. With 20 years of management and supervisory experience at the college, President Silvaggi is well-prepared for his new role.

“The combination of my education (degree in Business Administration and Master in Adult Education) and the many roles of supervisory responsibility that I’ve held at the college mean that I’m fully prepared to direct all aspects of the institutional operation, both maintaining its academic excellence and its corporate and financial stability,” Silvaggi said.

Kraft Heinz and Highbury Canco extend deal through 2027

Kraft Heinz Canada and Highbury Canco have announced the extension of their partnership agreement in Leamington for another four years, with the production deal now in place until the end of 2027.

The May 29 announcement marks the third consecutive extension in the longstanding partnership between the two organizations in Southern Ontario, a connection that has served to support jobs and bolster the local economy.

Highbury Canco employs more than 600 Canadians at its 2.1-million-square-foot facility in Leamington, where it produces some of Kraft Heinz Canada’s most beloved products, including Heinz beans, Heinz tomato juice and Classico pasta sauce.

Kraft Heinz Canada, the country’s second-largest food manufacturer, is excited to

extend the partnership with Highbury Canco to ensure many of its locally sourced products will continue to be produced in Leamington for years to come.

“We’re proud to extend our agreement with Highbury Canco and look forward to continuing to have Kraft Heinz Canada products produced by the talented and hard-working employees at its Leamington facility for another four years,” said Simon Laroche, President, Kraft Heinz Canada. “We’ve built strong local partnerships across Canada, our second largest market globally, for over 100 years and this new deal signals our continued commitment to being a strong partner to Canadian communities.”

Kraft Heinz Canada continues to be Highbury Canco’s largest partner in Canada, with more than 220 million pounds

of Ontario tomatoes being used in its products annually. Highbury Canco’s Leamington facility exclusively produces the tomato paste that is used in all the Heinz Ketchup made at Kraft Heinz’s Mont Royal facility in Montreal.

“Extending our partnership with Kraft Heinz Canada for another four years provides significant stability for our facility, and for our workforce,” said Sam Diab, CEO at Highbury Canco. “This is a mutually beneficial alliance that is of great significance to the Leamington community, and for all the Canadians that can continue to enjoy Kraft Heinz Canada products being produced at facilities such as ours.”

The estimated retail value of Kraft Heinz Canada products that will be produced at Highbury Canco’s Leamington facility over the next four years exceeds $1 billion.

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IRWIN PLUMBINGResidential rough-ins and repairs. Starting April 2nd 519-825-7245 will be changing to 519-324-2202. A text is preferred if capable. Call if not. ja6-tf

MARIETTA’S FLOWER GALLERY in Belle River is looking for a part-time Floral Designer with a minimum of 3 years experience. Please contact 519-903-2473 from 9:30 am - 5:30 pm. my29-jn5

SUTTON PLACE APARTMENTS - 11 McGaw St., Leamington. Upscale affordable apartment. Excellent location, walking distance to large retail chain stores. 1

Rifles, Shotguns, Handguns, Antiques, Militaria, Collections, Estates, Single Items f or Auction or Possible Purchase

CONTACT: SWITZER’S AUCTION Toll-Free 1-800-694-2609

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GARAGE SALE

GARAGE SALE At 343 Rockport Lane, Kingsville, on Friday, June 7 and Saturday, June 8 from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm both days. Many, many treasures to chose from! jn5 ESTATE FIREARMS SPECIALISTS FIREARMS WANTED FOR OUR 2024 AUCTION

ELECTROLUX SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan Bailey. 519-322-8625. tf

PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $16.55/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. No experience or education required. Please apply via email: careers@ pinnacle-acres.com

1 bath, fridge, stove, water, heat, hydro included. In-suite storage, elevator, outdoor balcony, common room, lobby, 1 outdoor parking space, secured access included. On-site laundry room. $1595 per month. To request an application, email gourmetgreenshouse@gmail .com, text or call 519-7916751, or call 519-326-2208 to leave message. tf

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E-mail or call in your classified ad by Friday at 12:00 p.m. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 2, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca We accept E-TRANSFER, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD

NOTICE

Municipality of Leamington Water Financial Plan Now Available

At its May 28, 2024 meeting, Leamington Council approved the Municipality of Leamington Water Financial Plan. The plan aims to provide the Municipality with an informed view of operating and capital expenditures needed over time to maintain the integrity and health of its physical water and wastewater infrastructure and operations.

The Water Financial Plan, Water and Wastewater Rate Study, and annual water reports are available for public viewing:

• Online: Visit our website at: leamington.ca/WaterReports

• In Person: Leamington Municipal Building, 111 Erie Street North, Leamington, ON

For those who prefer a printed copy, please contact the Leamington Municipal Office at 519-326-5761.

NOTICE

Public Notice of Pesticide Use

The Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds on curbs, trails and rural bridges beginning on May 8, 2024, weather permitting, and ending October 21, 2024. The application of pesticide will be completed for public health and safety per section 7.1(2) of the Pesticides Act.

Curbs and trails will be treated with AXXE Broad Spectrum Herbicide which contains the active ingredient Ammonium Salt of Fatty Acid 36% (Registration #32719) registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada).

Rural bridges will be treated with Roundup Ultra2 Liquid Herbicide, containing the active ingredient glyphosate, present as potassium salt (Registration #28486) under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada).

Questions or concerns? Please contact:

Ken Brown, Manager of Public Works Municipality of Leamington 519-326-5761

(Collect calls will be accepted)

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE

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WORD SCRAMBLE

Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to Father’s Day.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Family obligations are swimming through your mind, Aries. It is time to sit down and hammer out a resolution that will appeal to everyone and lighten your load.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

A special person in your life is getting closer and closer to you every day, Taurus. This may be the companion that you have been hoping for. Continue to take things slowly.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, sometimes you have a tendency to make things more difficult than they need to be. Stop obsessing over every little detail this week. Things have a way of working out.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, if someone accuses you of being too emotional this week, do not take it personally. This person may be projecting his or her experiences on you. Continue what you’re doing.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, could you be holding yourself to unreasonably high standards? If you’re getting frustrated by not meeting your goals, ease up on yourself for the time being.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, it is your mission to change the minds of some people at work this week, as it will bode well for you down the road. Just don’t make too many extravagant requests.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Recently people have been directing accolades in your direction, Libra. This is the boost you have needed to propel yourself to do more of the things that have been your goals.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, someone simply isn’t bringing his or her A-game to a work project, and it shows. It’s frustrating and you want to take over, but this is supposed to be a team effort.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Simple things used to bring you pleasure and now it seems a bit of a gray cloud has descended. Don’t start to fret you’re getting jaded, Sagittarius. This is just a little rough patch.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, as a finish line approaches, it can be tempting to get very excited. Hold off on that elation until everything is done. You never know what can crop up in between.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

It doesn’t need to be New Year’s to make a resolution, Aquarius. You can aspire to change an aspect of your life anytime you want. Perhaps this is the week to embrace change?

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Have you been putting all of your focus on only one part of your life, Pisces? Take a more balanced approach; otherwise, burnout may soon set in.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

JUNE 2 Awkwafina, Rapper (36)

JUNE 3 - Anderson Cooper, Journalist (57)

JUNE 4 - Angelina

Bruises, bodyslams and plenty of fun at wrestling show

By Mark Ribble

Well over 700 wrestling fans packed the gymnasium at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre on Saturday, June 1 to witness the inaugural event for Noble Champions Group Wrestling — In Your Town.

The new professional wrestling company — launched by four young

people with Leamington connections — did not disappoint those in attendance, as every bodyslam, suplex and frog splash was felt by every fan in the building.

Wrestler MV Young was thrown into an aluminum ladder and even went through a folding table as part of the Sherk Street Fight match against Shot-

gun Tony Gunn.

The show was an all-ages event and every kid in attendance was busy cheering the good guys and booing the bad guys.

The evening kicked off with a gauntlet-style battle royal to determine who would face Stone Rockwell for the inaugural NCG Championship in the main event.

Giant Orion emerged victorious over eight other wrestlers, including crowd favourite, Space Monkey.

In the ladies match, Seleziya Sparx became the first-ever NCG women’s champion with a close victory over Nikita.

Excitement was in the air as former WWE and current TNA superstar

Rhino made quick work of challenger Gianni Emricko.

Current TNA champion Moose was on hand to take on Kevin Blackwood, and the giant Kongo Kong proved a fan favourite with a victory over Zeeko.

But it was the main event that crowned the first NCG Heavyweight Champion and that took

place between Giant Orion and the popular Stone Rockwell. After many near-falls, Rockwell took the victory to get the belt. Organizers were pleased with the response and announced another big event called Bad Temper on August 31 with current TNA Knockouts champion Jordynne Grace scheduled to wrestle.

These masked youngsters got a close-up with the wrestlers as they came to the ring.

TNA Champion Moose took to the air to defeat Kevin Blackwood.

Shotgun Tony Gunn watches as MV Young crashes through the ladder in the street fight match.

Seleziya Sparx is tied up on the apron by challenger Nikita (in red). Sparx came back to get the win.

Space Monkey, left, sends Bryce Hansen flying during the opening Battle Royal.

Stone Rockwell, right, comes off the top rope to smash Giant Orion during the main event. Rockwell got the pin to become the first NCG champion. SUN photos

YOUTH PICKLEBALL PADDLES ITS WAY INTO KINGSVILLE

Addressing a need in the community, Over The Net Pickleball held their first youth pickleball clinics at the Kingsville Recreation Complex on June 2. Two separate groups of young people, 8-12 year-olds and 13-16 year-olds, will be taught the basics, go over the rules of the game and have opportunities to participate in doubles play over four Sundays in the month of June. Bill Speed, a National Certified Level 2 Pickleball Instructor, will oversee the youth clinics. Here, Emma Martinho is pictured working on some basics for the very first time.

Amateur golf competition coming to Leamington

On Saturday, June 8, Leamington area golfers will have the opportunity to participate as a team in a local qualifier of the RBC PGA Scramble. The qualifier will be hosted at Erie Shores Golf & Country Club.

Now in its ninth year, the RBC PGA Scramble is the largest grassroots

amateur golf program in Canada taking place at over 170 locations.

The winners of each local qualifier are invited to participate in one of 13 Regional Finals later this summer. From there, Regional Final winners will be awarded the chance to participate and win a National Championship

at the prestigious Cabot Links Golf Course in Nova Scotia in the fall.

At select local qualifiers and Regional Finals, one spot will be awarded to the team with the lowest net score and one spot will be awarded to the team with the lowest gross score. There will also be two guaranteed

spots at the National Final for all-female teams.

The program has steadily grown every year with last year featuring over 12,000 participants from coast-to-coast. To register or see a full list of local qualifiers in your area, golfers can visit rbcpgascramble.com/local-qualifiers.

Pearson top shooter at Talbot Trail

By Bob McLean

On Tuesday, May 28 there were 52 senior men’s league members who participated at the Talbot Trail course. Players were lucky to have had excellent playing conditions because later in the day Wheatley experienced a very severe storm. Water was seen flowing over the bridges. However, amazingly the course was open for play on Thursday afternoon.

A strong wind out of the west proved too challenging for the players on the par 3 #7. No one captured the CP. Jim Pearson, despite some friendly dispute, captured the CP on #9. He said he could have kicked it in it was so close! Tom Dunn won the LP on #2 when he drained his 10-foot putt for his birdie.

In the 65-79y division, Jim Pearson prevailed with his masterful 37. Tom Dunn played superbly to score an impressive 39. Tricky was one shot back with his excellent 40. Nasher and Dutchy scored terrific 42s.

In the 50-65y group, Arkey placed first with his excellent 42. New member Francis Garant placed second with his superb 43. Other noteworthy scores were achieved by John Liddell, Gerry Van Deven, Clarkie and Phil Humphries.

There were five nifty 50 shooters: Dave Dent, Wayne Humber, Hillier and the Wills – Ron and son Tim.

In the 80-85y section, Ray Foster and Dave Chambers earned praiseworthy 51 and 52 respectively.

The 86y+ group was led by Tom Hyatt who shot a dazzling 45. Walter Balsam and Neil Adamson both achieved very praiseworthy results.

Two of the 90 shooters played very well. Gerry Becigneul fired a masterful 46 off the gold tees. Erle “the master putter” Nash had a very satisfying round.

The age groupings will be adjusted in future days. Keep swinging and having fun!

Senior Barons beat Jrs., drop game to Mallards

The Leamington Senior Barons split a pair of decisions last week in Essex County Senior Baseball League play.

On Tuesday in Leamington, the Seniors shutout their Junior counterparts 4-0 on the strength of Lucas Ingratta’s pitching performance, with Ryan Ritchie preserving the win for the final two innings on the mound. Mike Wiebe shut down

the Juniors with a big defensive game at third base.

On Saturday, June 1, the Senior Barons travelled to LaSalle to take on the River Canard Mallards with only five Senior players in their lineup. They supplemented the squad with seven junior players, but lost 6-5 to the Mallards. Ritchie went four strong innings for the Barons.

SUN photo by Paul Forman

WIN SOCCER TOURNAMENT AT CEDAR POINT

The SC United 2009 boys took the championship in the Cedar Point Coaster Classic Soccer Tournament in Sandusky, Ohio, May 31-June 2. SC United went undefeated during the tournament. In the championship game they faced the second seed Pittsburgh BC United. Both teams battled hard and the game ended in a 3-3 tie at the end of regulation. Extra time was needed, and after double-overtime it was still tied. It went to a dramatic 10 rounds of penalty shots where SC would finally get the win. Back row, left to right: Coach Freddy Charafeddine, Ryder Grossi, Reid Charles, Landon Carlini, Youseff Charafeddine, Christiano Antunes, Alvin Yako, Muhammad Alajati, Nikko Carmo, Dario Verissmo. Front row: Matthew Del Greco, Dylan Mellow, Steve Belanger, Brent Pimentel, Nicholas DiMilo, Gabriel Rino. Absent: Jaxon Riediger, Luca Gualtieri, Kayde Grossi.

Local physician scores seven swimming medals

By Mark

Ribble

Leamington resident Dr. David Murphy is no stranger to physical fitness. If he’s not in a fitness or yoga class, he can be found cycling or swimming, or even acting in local theatre productions.

On the May 24-26 weekend, he competed in the Canadian Masters Swimming Championships at Windsor Aquatic Centre, where he came away with seven medals.

The local physician took gold in the 400m individual medley, 800m

freestyle and 1500m freestyle, while capturing silver medals in the 200m breaststroke, 200m backstroke and 100m freestyle. He topped it off with a bronze in the 50m freestyle.

Dr. Murphy has been competing in Masters Swimming competitions for almost 40 years and this year competed in the 75-79 age group.

Several hundred swimmers competed during the weekend, which is open to swimmers 18 years and older and includes a couple competitors who are over 100.

He says it keeps him fit and competing across all four disciplines keeps the events exciting for him as the different strokes each have their own unique training regimen.

David and his wife relocated to Leamington nine years ago from Bar-

rie where he had practiced medicine for over 30 years.

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DR. DAVID MURPHY

15U Whitecaps tie and lose close games in double-header

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Whitecaps hosted a double header this past Sunday, June 2. First game jitters and errors were expected, but

the ladies hung in there and had two very close games.

Forest Glade took the first game 7-5. Highlights of the game

included a double play turned by Isabella Fragoso and Elise Wilkinson.

The Whitecaps featured strong pitching performances from Olivia

Scratch, Taylor Willis and Elise Frias in their debuts. The second game ended in an 8-8 tie. The bats heated up quickly for this contest. Sydney Baeini went

three-for-three with solid power. Elise Wilkinson smashed a solo home run that touched the fence.

Coach Tim Wilkinson had nothing but praise for his team.

“It was rewarding to see all the hard work pay off,” he said. “Our girls committed and worked hard all winter long.”

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Whitecaps coach Matt Kettle and players Isabella Fragoso and Brinley Kettle. The Whitecaps get ready for the game inside their dugout.

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