10 - Southpoint Sun
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Letter to the Editor
1990s report on Wheatley gas merits another look Dear Editor, As a former resident of the Wheatley area, I followed the explosive events of downtown Wheatley with great interest. My opinion is as follows regarding the events that caused the destruction of downtown Wheatley in August of this year. In the early 1990s, many of us that use groundwater wells were facing an increasing problem. Something was impacting
our water supply and damaging its quality. This issue was brought to the attention of the Ontario Government. I attended a meeting where the Ministries of Natural Resources and the Environment where both present. I got up and asked both Ministers if the Town of Wheatley was to blow up, who was in charge of the outcome?
I made my case of why this could happen, they listened and soon they announced a working group to study it. The report paper is titled “Investigation of the Ground Water Contamination in the Vicinity of Goldsmith, Mersea Township and in the Western Part of Romney Township”. The report was chaired by J.F. Barker of the University of Waterloo, Waterloo Centre For
Letter to the Editor
Trees will stand guard in the future Dear Editor: As we walk, cycle or drive around town, we can take pleasure from the shade of mature trees lining many streets. Fine examples are Cherry Lane, Danforth and Poplar St. In recent years we’ve all been lectured on the value of trees. They’ve been properly described as the silent workhorses serving quality of life to a community. Their role in controlling climate is crucial. Every year, Leaming-
ton Public Works plants over 100 new trees. Trees planted today will mature in time to stand guard for today’s kids grown up. But there are many thousands of empty spaces begging for a tree on both town and commercial property, denying Leamington the title of a green and climate friendly city. Municipality of Leamington, acting on a request by Communities in Bloom, now offers a tax-exempt charity for trees, with the bid to ac-
celerate the growth of this town’s tree canopy. Adults can make it a point to recognize a special event with a tree donation. And here’s an opportunity for young activists working for a better future. They can do it by raising funds for trees. Another bonus? $5 or $500, it all goes directly to a greener, healthier and safer future. – Don Waffle, Leamington
Groundwater Research, with final report presented May 13, 1993. I have a copy, and copies were given to members of the study group, the two townships and both Ministries. The current working group in Wheatley trying to find a solution to the current problem need to get a copy and take a look at what went on in the ear-
Santa Claus parade has 74 entries KINGSVILLE — The 18th annual Kingsville Fantasy of Lights Santa Claus Parade promises to be huge, according to a report brought to Kingsville Council on Monday, November 9. Manager of Recreation and Special Events Karen Loney provided an update to council on the parade coming up on November 20. “We have 74 entries,” she said. “The response has been incredible.” Loney credited the community and many generous sponsors for helping them to save the parade after the Windsor Parade Corporation pulled out in late Sep-
Domenica Spagnuolo Elizabeth Cudmore It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth “Liz’ Cudmore (nee Mueller) on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at 73 years of age. Reunited with her loving husband James with whom she shared 36 years of marriage. Daughter of the late Fredrick and Elizabeth Mueller. Dear sister of Helen and late husband Henry Bierer. Sister-in-law of Audrey Stringle and husband Jim, Betty Tuck and husband Bev, Susan Wales and late husband Rob, Kate Bardoel and husband Hank. Dear friend of John Kartye. Special aunt of Michael (Liz), Rick (Coral-Ann) and many other nieces, nephews, greatnieces and great-nephews. Visiting at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Monday, November 15, 2021 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. On Tuesday, November 16, 2021, relatives and friends are invited to meet directly at First Lutheran Church (27 Spruce St. N., Kingsville, ON, N9Y 1G2) for Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. Burial at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery to follow. Due to COVID restrictions, visitation and Funeral Service 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. Everyone must wear a mask. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to Erie Shores Hospice (Hospice Erie Shores Campus). Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
ly 1990s. I believe the event in August of 2021 was not a one-time event and may continue for a long time. There are many places in the rural landscape where gas and brine come to surface and fortunately no people live close by. But now it is happening in the middle of a town. – Perry L. Pearce
Domenica Spagnuolo (nee Mesto) passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, November 6, 2021 at 71 years of age. Reunited with her beloved husband Michele “Mike” (2017) with whom she shared 47 years of marriage. Loving mother of Anna Spagnuolo ( James), Rosa Spagnuolo (Marty) and Nicole SpagnuoloProof ofCherished obituary run(Pamela) Mastronardi (Mario). Nonnato of Tony and Mike (Simona) Redavid. Dearest sister of the late Pasquale (Roselina), Antonio (Roselina), the late Antoinetta Discipio (the lateNovember Guiseppe), the10, late2021 Palmina Anelli (the late Mario), Luigi Southpoint (the late Antonia), SunGuiseppe (Maria), Franco (Teresa), and Cecilia Lastella (the late Luigi). Dear $100, plus $13 Mario hst =(Carmela), $113 the late sister-in-law of Joe (Rachelina), Tony (the late Jackie), the late Vincenzo (the late Lina and the late Francesca). She will also be missed by Nicola Any changes please email Redavid and is survived by many nieces and nephews from sun@southpointsun.ca both the Spagnuolo and Mesto families. Domenica will always be remembered the love she had for Thanks. her family. Her unwavering love and devotion to her family will never be forgotten. A special thank you to the staff at the Sun Parlor Home for your care and compassion given to our Mother. Visiting at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631), on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at Reid Funeral Home on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. Entombment at Erie Memorial Gardens. Due to COVID restrictions, visitation and the Funeral Service are limited to a specific number of visitors. Only those with an appointment will be allowed in. Please book an appointment at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Everyone must wear a mask. In lieu of flowers, donations made by cheque to the Sun Parlor Home would be kindly appreciated by the family. Family and friends may share their memories or leave an online donation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
tember. An announcement was made by the town on October 3 that they would put a parade together for the community, with sponsors and entries steadily flowing in ever since. The parade will travel from the staging area on Jasperson Lane, west on Main Street and south
on Division, ending near Lakeside Park. Jasperson Lane will be closed to traffic so the parade can get set up and if you are participating in a float, you are asked to meet at the arena and arrive there from Road 2. The route will be closed to traffic starting at 5:30 pm with the parade starting at 6 pm.
Catherine Atkin
October 23, 1929 - October 30, 2021 Catherine Longstaff Atkin left for her next adventure on October 30, 2021, just a week after her 92nd birthday. Catherine was born in Guelph, raised her family in Leamington, but it was in Toronto that she was able to spread her wings. She loved her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nature (especially trees), baseball (especially the Blue Jays), singing and music, horse racing, butterflies, crosswords and the natural health industry. Catherine was one of the first sales reps for Purity Life and loved introducing people to natural products. She also loved learning, fueled by her endless curiosity and her interest in other people. Proof Greg of obituary Her children, with Carolyn,toJayrun with MaryMaureen, Virginia with Keith and Jacqui with Laurie want to thank Allison, Christina and all the wonderful staff at November 2021 Christie Gardens for their loving10, care. Southpoint Sunwalk and notice all To remember Catherine, take a long the nature around you or plant a tree watch it prosper. $100, plus $13 hst and = $113
Any changes please email Nancy sun@southpointsun.ca BachmeierThanks. Nancy Bachmeier (nee Woltz), 81 years, passed away peacefully at Erie Shores HealthCare on Sunday, November 7, 2021. Beloved of wife of the late Joseph “Joe” Bachmeier (August 2021). Survived by her sons Ted and Art Bachmeier, Darren Trudell, and her grandchildren. Dear sister of Sam Woltz and Shirl Imeson. Adored sisterin-law to many. Always remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Rosie and John Woltz, brothers Ron, Jerry, Don, Tom, Randy, and sister Lynn Bigley. Nancy was strong in her faith, and she always was devoted to The Salvation Army. With respect to Nancy’s wishes, cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to The Salvation Army by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfunerahome.ca
