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Cornelia de Jong
July 1, 1928 to March 6, 2022
Early in the morning of Sunday, March 6, 2022, Cornelia “Corrie” de Jong, aged 93, passed away peacefully at Erie Shores HealthCare. Recently celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary, Corrie was the devoted wife of Rev. Peter de Jong of Leamington. Loving mother to Jim (predeceased 2016) ( Judy), Rick (Deb), Everett (Pat), and Peter (Audrey). Doting Oma to Richard (Katey), Martin (Farrah), David (Laura), Kristin (Paul), Ashley (Sam), Nicole (Dave), Micah, Mackenzie, Corey, Elliott, Tineke ( Jason), and James (Karli), and proud great-grandmother of Jacob, Hannah, Abagayle, Leah, Makayla, Sarah, Daphne, Ella, Micah, Luke, Anna, Amelia, Evelyn, Kelsey, James and Maya. From a large family, Corrie is survived by sisters Dickje and Sjaan, and predeceased by parents Evert and Dirkje Keus, and siblings Co, Cor, Ann, Martinus, Leen, Evert and Geer. Born in Den Haag, the Netherlands, Corrie and Peter endured the uncertainty and hardships of war. Hunger, especially during the devastating Hunger Winter, drove young Corrie, her sister Geer, and dad to frequently leave home to bicycle and walk many kilometres to barter for food from farmers and carry their heavy loads home in support of their family. A reminder to never waste food became Corrie’s message over her lifetime. Shortly after the war ended, Corrie met Peter and soon were interested in each other, fell in love, and became an engaged couple. During their engagement, Peter served for three years in the Dutch military in Indonesia before returning home in 1951. In a short time, the young couple married and, in just 10 days, were on their way to Canada, as immigrants, to establish their new life together. While Peter studied for the ministry, Corrie tended to four busy boys, worked part-time as a cleaner and made ends meet by washing and ironing clothes for college students. It was not an easy, early life, when pennies desperately mattered! Yet, through their determination to start a new life together, their faith in God’s guidance, and their strength as a couple, their life firmly took root as Dutch-Canadian immigrants. Assisted by the grateful support of dear friends like the de Vries, the van Horns, the Blous, and others, Corrie and Peter answered calls to minister in Winnipeg, in Kingsville at Faith Reformed Church, and in Valetta at Valetta Presbyterian Church. Corrie was actively devoted to these congregations participating in the choir, the Women’s Society, Bible Study, visiting the sick, fundraising, etc., all in support of Peter’s important congregational work. Their retirement in 1995 to their beautiful home on Lake Erie, designed and built by their son Jim, drew some of these lifelong responsibilities to a close. After 93 unique, challenging, and rewarding years, Oma will be forever remembered for innumerable qualities, but three stand out: 1) Oma and “Pop” were a team, united early in life, united by purpose, and united in their genuine belief and confidence in each other; moreover, they possessed an unwavering commitment to the grace of our Lord. Their faith was steadfast, and their rock on which they shared the important work of His church over many fruitful years. 2) Oma was a skilled tailor, an amazing cook, baker, housekeeper, and money manager! Her talents in the kitchen yielded fresh homemade bread and buns, canned fruit and vegetables, delectable pastries, Dutch-styled desserts, and meals that were whipped up no matter who came calling. With 12 grandkids and 14 greatgrandchildren, the family particularly welcomed her culinary talents and took full advantage of her generosity; finishing everything on one’s plate was never a chore! 3) Finally, Oma had a deep, deep love for Pop, their four boys, their spouses, and the children of their children. Oma was exceedingly proud of her family, made sure they knew they were cherished, and gave of herself to ensure their happiness and comfort. Oma expressed this many times when we gathered and used her quiet sense of humour, energy, and enjoyment of the moment to show her unabridged love. Although the pain of Oma not being present is real, we are comforted by the knowledge that Oma’s suffering is over and that she lies safely in the arms of our Lord and Saviour who says “Come thou good and faithful servant.” Visitations was held Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington, Ontario, N8H 1T8, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Funeral will be held on Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Faith Reformed Church, 1115 Seacliff Drive, Kingsville, Ontario, N9Y 2L8. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Garden Cemetery, 366 Talbot Street West, Leamington, Ontario, N8H 4H4, to follow the service. On behalf of the family, sincere expressions of gratitude are extended to Leamington’s first responders, and the doctors, nurses and administrative staff of Erie Shores HealthCare. In lieu of flowers, donations may be gratefully directed to Faith Reformed Church, 1115 Seacliff Drive, Kingsville, Ontario, N9Y 2L8.
Elsie Dick
Elsie Dick, 87 years, passed away on Monday, February 28, 2022 at Erie Shores Hospice. Beloved wife of Walter Dick. Dear mother of Leonard Dick (Donatta), Michael Dick (Kim). Loving Oma of Ainsley and Kailey. Dear sister of Art Tiessen (Hedy), Victor Tiessen (Hilda), and Ron Tiessen (Lynn). Elsie will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Elsie worked at the Bank of Montreal for 32 years and was manager at Kindred Credit Union for seven years. She was a faithful member of Leamington United Mennonite Church for 70 years. Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Thursday from 4-7 p.m. Funeral Service to celebrate Elsie’s life was held at the Leamington United Mennonite Church on Friday, March 4, 2022 at 11 a.m. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial donations be made by Proof of may obituary to cheque run to Erie Shores Hospice. Friends may share memories and make donations at March 9, 2022 www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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Robert Dean “Bob” McCracken, 91 years, passed away Thanks. peacefully on Friday, March 4, 2022 at Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington. Dear husband of Shirley (Nelson) for 69 years. Dear father of Jim (Denise), the late Douglas (1993) and the late Richard (2017) and his wife Jo Ann (Srigley). Proud grandfather of Luke ( Judy), Jerome (Madeline), Stephanie (Blair), Jesse, Nick (Kristie), Kyle (Holley), Victoria ( Josh), Tammy, Doug (Lisa), Will (Stacy), Dan (Cassandra), Jill ( Justin), Brittany (Chris), 16 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Predeceased by brother Harold and his wife Audrey, and sister Velma McIntosh and her husband Don. Brother-in-law of Douglas Nelson (late Marion), Marj Nussey and her husband Howard, Bev Bryan and her husband Lyle. Special uncle to numerous nieces and nephews. Bob lived his whole life and farmed on the family farm where he was born. Bob also retired from Union Water System. He was a proud historian and co-author of two books with Dorothy St. John. He belonged to the Leamington Mersea Historical Society, Comber Historical Society, and Essex County Steam & Gas Museum. He spent many hours going to fairs and shows with his cider press and rope maker to teach children about the pioneer days, and he also demonstrated pioneer artifacts in schools. Bob was most proud of the stagecoaches and prairie schooner he built and with which he participated in parades with his grandchildren. He enjoyed woodworking and operating his sawmill for many years. Auction sales and coffee shops were his passions and where he would visit with his friends. He was truly proud of teaching and mentoring his grandchildren. Bob was voted Citizen of the Year in Leamington in 2009. Visiting at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell St., Leamington (519-326-2631) on Wednesday, March 9, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. until time of Memorial Service to Celebrate Bob’s life at 8 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Leamington District Historical Society or Comber & District Historical Society Museum or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrances at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
March Break programs being held in Kingsville
KINGSVILLE — The town is running several March Break programs throughout next week at the Kingsville Arena on Jasperson Lane. Beginning Monday, March 14, hourly programs are available such as adult skate, pickleball, shinny hockey, homeschool skate, homeschool shinny and public skating. Kindergym, parent and tot skate and badminton are other activities being held at the arena. Public skating will be held every day at 2 pm at the arena. Kids can also take part in the Kids Art Workshops at the Carnegie Arts and Visitor Centre. Masks must be worn and participants must be symptom-free. Proof offorobituary to run Visit Kingsville.ca a full schedule and to register.
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Geraldsun@southpointsun.ca Harry Dauphinee Thanks. March 25, 1952 – March 6, 2022
Gerry passed peacefully at Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington on Sunday, March 6, 2022. Those who knew him also knew what a great guy he was. He will be missed by so many. As per Gerry’s wishes, there will be no service or memorial. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice (Leamington) 519-2542585. If you wish to make a donation in his memory, please donate to the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County (Erie Shores Campus) as they were wonderful to him. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.simplechoicecremation.ca
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Mary Lou9,Johnston, March 2022 88 years, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at Southpoint Sun Erie Shores HealthCare. $200, plus $26 HSTwife = $226 Beloved of the late Beve
Johnston (1973) and the late Paul Lenahan (2016). Dear mother of Any changes please email Robert “Specs” Johnston (Terry), sun@southpointsun.ca Ronald Johnston, and Randy Thanks. Johnston. Loving grandmother (Mimmie) of Jason Johnston, Kelly Vermast (Dustin), Holly Kettle (Matt), and great-grandmother of Kale, Layne, Hadley, Brinley and Harper. Dear stepmother of Dwayne Lenahan (Charlene), Kim Wolters (Bill) (late John), Terry Lenahan (Cindy), Sue Lenahan ( Jay), Mike Lenahan (Melanie). Loving grandmother of Calvin Lenahan, Kelly Wolters (P.J.), Danny Wolters, Lacey Wolters (Ryan), Susan Gaspar (Mike), Bre-Anne Lenahan (Mitch), Brittany Lenahan, Jane Dutka (Kyle), Matthew Lenahan (Brinley), Michaela Lenahan, Morgan Lenahan (Logan), and great-grandmother of Dylan (Myranda), Hailey, Gemma, Brooks and Wolfgang. Dear sister of the late Ann Horne and Pattsie Bailey (Bill). Mimmie loved her family; they always came first. Her quick wit and humour were with her till her last day and will be remembered by all. She was very generous to both her family and many charities. She will be missed by all her critters. At Mary Lou’s request, cremation has taken place. A private Graveside Service was held at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Downtown Mission or Salvation Army by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519326-2631). Friends may share memories and make donations at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
