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9 pm routine helps reduce crime A security tip from Chatham-Kent Police Service will help cut crime in and around your neighbourhood. Protect yourself and your loved ones from becoming a victim of crime. Criminals look for easy opportunities. The ‘9 pm Routine’ may help prevent crimes of opportu-
nity. Every night at 9 p.m., residents are encouraged to ensure the following checklist is complete: • Remove valuables and garage door openers from vehicles. • Lock vehicles. • Close overhead garage door. • Lock door between
Anneliese Gayer
Anneliese Gayer passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 14, 2022 with her family at her side, at the age of 82. Predeceased by her brother Konrad, parents Katharina and Karl Schick, and her loving husband John (2015). Loving mother of Gary (Mae), Christine (Yves) and Michael (Sue). Cherished grandmother of Amanda, Megan, Matthew, Brandon and Madelyn. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Anneliese was born in the former Yugoslavian village of Torschaw and immigrated to Canada in 1951. She loved landscaping, garage sales and spending time with her grandchildren. She will be remembered for her quick wit. The family would like to thank the nurses and doctors of the Windsor Cancer Centre as well as the caregivers at Erie Shores Hospice. Any donations to Erie Shores Hospice on her behalf would be greatly appreciated by the family. A private celebration of her life will be held by her family at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Cremation First (Leamington) 519-398-9188. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.cremationfirst.ca
Collette Gelineau
April 1, 1935 - May 20, 2022 Collette Gelineau (nee Michauville) passed away peacefully on Friday, May 20, 2022 at the age of 87 years at Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington. Loving wife for 54 years to Rheal Gelineau (2009). Dear mother of Colette Gelineau of Leamington, Geneive Hasher of Kingsville, Celine and husband Wayne Durant of Windsor, Mary Roland of Vancouver, Manon Hodges of Kingsville, Line and husband Tom Carr of Kitchener, Alain and wife Donna of Leamington, and Serge and wife Debbie of Wheatley. Collette was predeceased by a son Rheal (1988). Cherished Meme to 13 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her grandson Rheal and her great-granddaughter Lacey-Lynn. Visiting at Kendrick Funeral Home - Wheatley Celebration Centre, 17 Little Street S. Wheatley, ON (519825-7741) on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 from 12:00 p.m. until time of her celebration of life at 3:30 p.m. Cremation to follow. Interment at Erie Cemetery in Wheatley to take place at a later date. Memories can be shared with the family at www. Kendrickfuneralhome.com
garage and house. • Close and lock all external doors. • Ensure windows are closed and locked. • Turn on an exterior light. Start the 9 pm Routine with your family to help reduce crime in your neighbourhood.
Wednesday, May 25, 2022
Roller skating fun in Wheatley Wheatley Arena will host a roller skating night on Saturday, June 4. The event will feature two sessions — one for a family skate and another for only those 13+. Doors will open at 5:30 pm with the family skate running from 6 pm- 8 pm. The night skate, from 8:30 pm- 10:30 pm, will be for those 13 years of age and older. While in-line skates are permitted,
Gerald Armstrong Gerald Kaye Armstrong, 89 years, passed away Monday, May 16, 2022 at University Hospital, London, ON, recently of Tilbury, ON. Gerald, born at home in Mersea Township, Essex County, to run to Fred Proof (1989) of andobituary Violet (Voakes) (1987) Armstrong, was the dear spouse of Linda (Metcalfe, May 25, 2022 2015). Gerald is survived by sisterSouthpoint in-law Doreen Armstrong (the Sun late Francis 2014) and his children Dianne Lenarduzzi (late $200 plus $26 HST = $226 Carl, 2021), Fay Collard (Murray), Kaye (Velma) and late Barbara (1979). Gerald took great interest and pride in his Any changes grandchildren David Freelandplease (Dawn), email Danny Armstrong sun@southpointsun.ca ( Jodi), the late Lainie Sallmen (2015) ( Jay), Ashley Lenarduzzi ( Jake) and Ricky Armstrong (Miranda). He will Thanks. be forever missed by his great-grandchildren Taylor, Lucas, Logan, Jaydan, Ben, Will, Reg, Kaelyn and Jackson. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. Gerald attended SS#5 Public School and later Wheatley High School. Following in his father’s footsteps, he farmed for many years on the 10th Concession, Mersea Township. He was a member of the Grand Orange Lodge of Canada, Goldsmith United Church, Comber United Church and Wheatley Grand Squares. Gerald loved baseball, hockey (one of the Directors of the Blytheswood Mic Macs in 1970s) and stock cars, and in his later years he enjoyed camping, square dancing and travel. Special thanks to the hospital doctors, nurses and staff at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Hospital and University Hospital, London. A private graveside service was held at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery, Leamington, according to Gerald’s wishes. Arrangements entrusted to Reid Funeral Home 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). If desired, memorial donations may be made to a charity Proof of obituary to run of your choice. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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members in his retirement. We buried a farmer today and will miss the simple and gentle man we loved.
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there will be tradiaiotnal roller skates availavle for rental. Admission — which includes skate rental, is $10 for adults (13+), $5 for children and $20 for the entire family. If you have your own skates, admission cost is $5 for adults and $2 for children. Head protections is mandatory for those under 13 and recommended for those 13 and over.
William “Bill” Giesbrecht
William (Bill) Giesbrecht entered into the presence of his Saviour on Thursday, May 19, 2022, in his youngest daughter’s home, with his wife and family by his side. Bill is survived by his wife KatharinaProof (Tina) ofand five obituary to run of their six children: Bernice (Henry Guenther), Will (Diane), May 25,(2022 Lawrence/Larry (Linda), Laurie Jake Klassen), and DannySouthpoint (Helen); predeceased Sun by their youngest son Donald (Francene) in 2020. $200 plus $26 HST = $226 Bill was born on May 18, 1932, in Steinbach, Manitoba. He married Tina Martens on September 12, 1954, after a changes please email whirlwind Any courtship. Together they raised six children, and were the proud grandparents to 18 grandchildren, plus sun@southpointsun.ca step-grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. He is Thanks. survived by his brother Johnny ( Joy) of Calgary, Alberta, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by both his parents, William and Helena, four sisters Kay (Al), Mary, Susie (Henry) (Cornelius) and Annie (Henry), one son, and two infant grandsons Nathan and Nicholas. Bill was a carpenter by trade, but his heart was with people, listening to their stories and sharing Jesus with them through teaching and example. In 1969, Bill and Tina were called by God to move to Leamington, Ontario, to help plan a new EMMC church. They poured themselves into ministry, and through more than 50 years of faithful service, God greatly used them and blessed them. They were always given to hospitality, and became much loved “bonus” parents and grandparents to many dear friends. Bill memorized hundreds of scriptures and songs, and was always ready to give a joyful answer for the hope he had. He loved his family, and made a friend of everyone he met, but he found his greatest joy in pleasing and glorifying his Father in Heaven. His love and witness will always live on in the hearts and lives of many, especially his family! A heartfelt thanks for the attentive care by the local Home and Community Care Support Services, especially Dr. Burgess and St. Elizabeth nurses Heidi, Cheryl, Sara and Jamie, who attended to every detail to keep Bill comfortable at home with his wife, family and friends, per his wishes. Also, great appreciation to his family physician Dr. G. Pizutti, and assistant Mila. The visitation was at Deer Run Church, 1408 Deer Run Road, Leamington, on Tuesday, May 24 from 6-8 p.m., and on Wednesday, May 25 from 12-1 p.m. The Funeral Service immediately followed visitation on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at 1 p.m. Interment occurred at Graceland Cemetery in Olinda. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated toward the Deer Run Church Building Fund, for a new sanctuary, by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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