12 - Southpoint Sun
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Leamington opens up some outdoor amenities
LEAMINGTON — The Municipality of Leamington is working to reopen outdoor recreational amenities after the provincial announcement last week allowing certain outdoor activities. Now open are baseball diamonds, soccer fields, tennis and basketball courts, the skate park, outdoor fitness equipment and picnic sites and picnic tables.Casual use of these facilities are permitted. Based on provincial regulation, team sports cannot be played or practiced, and recreational classes are not permitted at this time. The Lakeside Marina
and boat ramp are now open.The marina facility building and associated amenities remain closed. For more information about Lakeside Marina, please visit leamington. ca/marina. The Tomato Splash Pad located at Seacliff Park remains closed until Step 1 of the Ontario Government’s three-step reopening road map, which is based on achieving vaccination targets and reducing COVID-19 cases over the coming weeks. Public washrooms at all municipal parks and the Lakeside Marina are open daily from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. Users should maintain a physical distance
Hulda Rempel
Hulda Rempel (Neumann) slipped into eternity on Tuesday, May 18, 2021. Predeceased by her dear husband John. (2009) Loving sister of the late Maria Regehr (Leamington), and her siblings in Germany, Heinrich, Ida, Daniel and Emil and their spouses. Also predeceased by sister Emma and brother Helmut (Poland). Devoted aunt of Art Regehr, Louise Wiens, Viktor Rempel, John Rempel and Gerhard Rempel. Dedicated great-aunt of Chantelle Carey, Ashley Incitti, AdamWiens, Rachel Wiens, Adam Rempel, Miranda Rempel, Mackenizie Rempel, Michael Rempel and Mitchell Rempel. Her greatest joy were her great-great-nieces and nephew, Mya, Alessio, Olivia and Kenna. Numerous nieces and nephews and their families also survive in Germany. Hulda was born on October 27, 1924 in Leipzig, Bessarabia (now Moldova and Ukraine), and had started training as a nurse when WW2 broke out. In 1940, all of the 93,000 ethnic Germans living in Bessarabia were commanded by Hitler to be repatriated to Germany, even though they had been settled in Bessarabia for several generations. Hulda found herself in a resettlement camp in Poland along with her mother, four of her siblings and their children. From there they were deported to Kazakhstan in 1945 where they survived ten years of horrendous exile on a collective farm. Here she met her husband John who had also been exiled there, from a Mennonite village in Ukraine. In l955 they were allowed to return to Germany, and in l958, at the invitation of Peter Epp, they came to Leamington along with John’s younger brother Gerhard. She lived a long life, deriving strength from a Bible verse which spoke to her during her confirmation at the age of 15. “I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit. For without me ye can do nothing.” John 15:5 As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Leamington Food Bank. Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until 11:15 a.m. A Private Funeral Service to celebrate Hulda’s life was held on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. Livestream available at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Due to COVID restrictions, visitation is limited to a specific number of visitors. Only those with an appointment will be allowed in. Please book an appointment at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. All visitors must remain in their cars in our parking lot until their designated time and one of our staff members comes to invite you into the funeral home. Everyone must wear a mask. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
of two metres or six feet from others at all times while waiting in line. A
cloth mask or face covering is required within washroom facilities.
Phong Panpha
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Phong Panpha (nee Phatdouang) share with you her passing on Saturday, May 15, 2021. Born September 23, 1945 in Muang Pheang, province of Sayaboury, Laos. Beloved wife of the late Jandee Panpha of 44 years. Mother of the late Dang Panpha, Bounlay Caine (Arnold), Saykho Baptista (Carlos), the late Gongsin Panpha, Bouakeua Panpha (Adrian). Loving grandmother of Alecia, Adrian Jr., Danisha, Kristen, Sierra, D’Andre, Thalia and Sabana. Phong was the youngest of six children predeceased by her siblings, Sao Phatdouang (Pa Kanh), Ma Phatdouang (Luong Phee), Bao Phatdouang (Pa Vieng), and Mao Phatdouang (Luong Neim) fondly remembered by her sister Phang Phatdouang. Predeceased by her parents, Phat and Douang. She will be dearly missed by many family members and friends. She loved the Lord and spending time with her children and grandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff at LHSC Trauma Unit, especially nurse Sandi who allowed us to have our final moments with Mom. You went above and beyond your duty as a nurse to give us those final minutes with her. Memorial visiting was at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-3262631) on Friday, May 21, 2021 from 2-5 pm and 7-9 pm. A private family service and a celebration of life was held on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at 10:30 am. Interment to follow was at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to watch the livestream available at www. reidfuneralhome.ca. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Dr. Pope’s Rheumatology Research at Western University; attention Kendra Lealess, Western University, Westminster Hall, Suite 110, 1151 Richmond St. London, ON N6A 3K7 (cheques payable to Western University) or by calling 519-661-4200 or online at www.westernconnect. ca/panpha. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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Donna Marentette May 26, 2021 Southpoint (nee Hazard) Sun
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It is with heavy hearts that we Any changes announce the passing of our please mother email and grandmother, Donna Marentette, on sun@southpointsun.ca May 20, 2021 at Sun Parlor Home for Senior Citizens at the Thanks. age of 84. Born September 26, 1936 in Essex County to the late Charles and Barbara Hazard. Predeceased by her loving husband and best friend, Leonard Marentette (2007) of 54 years. Loving mother of Fritz and Jeri, Mitch and Sandy, Kevin and Lynn, Sue, Denise and Darrel Neuman, Lenny and Dave DeSanti and Anne-Marie and Rick Lesperance. Adored grandmother of Danielle, Brandon, Ashley, Sarah, Kyle, Shelby and Chris, Amanda, Kevin, Ethen and Hattie, Logan, Rylee, Dayne, Collin and Reese, Shawn, Jenny and Jason; great grandmother of Hailee, Chase, Dontay, Jared, Jesse, Maysen and Dynelle; great-great grandmother of Emberlynn and Levi. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the doctors and staff at the Sun Parlor Home for the exceptional support and kindness mom has received while in their care. Donna was a farmer; working alongside her husband on the family farm that she was so proud of. A farm that the two built together and raised their family. Donna loved spending time with her family and grandchildren. Visitation took place at Kendrick Funeral Home, Kingsville on Monday, May 24, 2021 from 1-3 and 5-7 pm. A private family graveside service took place at Holy Redeemer Cemetery in Staples, Ontario. Memorial donations would be appreciated to the Alzheimer Society of Windsor-Essex County, 2135 Richmond St., Windsor, ON N8Y 0A1. Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.Kendrickfuneralhome.com
John Martin Brennan
John Martin Brennan passed away in his sleep on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at the age of 94. John is survived by his loving wife Hazel Leone (nee Turner) and children Barbara Brennan, Wendy Brennan Miller, John Brennan, Peggy Brennan, Mike Brennan and Mary Jill Hasson. He has 11 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. John grew up in the Otterville/Norwich/Tillsonburg area. During his career John worked for Ontario Hydro starting in Tillsonburg then moving to Aylmer, London and Kingsville/ Essex. Following retirement, they moved to Leamington, where he and Leone lived since. Cremation has taken place. Proof of obituary to runmay be As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations made to Erie Shores Hospice by contacting Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell St., Leamington (519-326-2631). 2021 Family and friends are May invited 26, to share their words of comfort Southpoint Sun or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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Frederick W. Young
July 6, 1932 – April 22, 2021 Frederick (Fred) W. Young passed away unexpectedly in his 89th year. Earth lover, conservationist, Kitchi camper, gardener, and educator. Our Dad and Papa was an incredibly wise and peaceful man. He was a friend to many. If you were lucky enough to know him, you would know how he created a safe space for everyone, welcoming you with open arms, and how he protected and cared for the land that he loved. His soul will live on here as he has instilled many life lessons in those who surrounded him. Fred was born in Windsor, Ontario, and spent his formative years in Essex County. After graduating from Kingsville High School, he attended the University of Toronto, where he obtained an Industrial Engineering degree in 1954 and an MBA in 1958. Fred was also a proud member of the Beta Theta Pi chapter at Uof T, where he made lifelong friends and remained a mentor for many new members who joined the fraternity in later years. Fred began his career with Kodak Canada in 1954, first managing the packaging department and later developing and managing Kodak Logistics/Distribution centres across Canada. In 1984, Fred retired from Kodak and became active in various professional associations in Logistics Management, which led to launching the first logistics management program at York University and his second career as a professor and consultant. On the May long-weekend in 1955, Fred met his future soulmate, Shirley Dawson, at the Kingsville Dance Pavilion where they both fell in love, were married a year later, and started their amazing journey together. They settled in Maple, Ontario, raised three children – Laura, Libby and John – and shared 59 wonderful years of marriage. Together they shared their passion for travel, camping, canoe trips, hiking, skiing, birding, gardening, photography, music, and theatre with their family. When Fred and Shirley retired to their Beaver Valley farm in 1989, they became valued members of the community and contributors to local causes. They were active members of the Beaver Valley Ski Club, Beaver Valley Bruce Trail Club, St. George’s Anglican Church, Probus, Garden Clubs and Life-Long Learning. Fred’s passion and commitment to conservation initiatives led to the donation of the Young Wetlands property Proof of obituary to (aka runthe Beaver Pond) as well as securing of other land to ensure access for the Bruce Trail Association and the John Muir Trail. During his lifetime, Fred’s extensive travels with his family took May 26, 2021 him throughout the UK, Canada, and the US numerous times, and later in retirement with Southpoint Shirley to Europe,Sun Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, Costa Rica, and the Caribbean. $100, plus $13 hst = $113 Fred’s kindness, compassion, mentorship, and ability to make time for everyone was legendary. He made friends wherever he went because of his genuine interest in others and his down to earth way Any changes please email of connecting with everyone he met. He cherished hissun@southpointsun.ca family and was a generous and supportive father and grandfather who will be remembered for his kindness and Thanks. wisdom, his sense of humour, and his boundless encouragement. He loved nothing more than a large family gathering and he was always ready with a toast or anecdote. He was an exemplary role model of integrity, loyalty, and hard work but also had a sense of fun and at his core he was happy. Fred is survived by his children Laura (Andy), Libby (David) and John (Nancy); his grandchildren J.P., Nick, Iain (Tanis), Jocelyn, Kate, and Victoria. Brothers-in-law Doug and Kevin Dawson and their families, and many nieces and nephews. Dad-Papa, our relationships were one of a kind and you were one in a billion. You touched the lives of so many people, bringing light, knowledge and understanding with you. We are so proud yet humbled you are our Father and Papa. We are so thankful to have loved such a beautiful soul – we will love you forever. Friends wishing to remember Fred can plant a tree or donate to the Beaver Valley Bruce Trail Conservancy. A celebration of Fred’s life with family and friends may follow when Covid restrictions allow.
