12 - Southpoint Sun
Wednesday, November 24, 2021
ACCESS TO PARADE THROUGH BEVEL LINE ONLY If you are planning on attending the Drive-Thru Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 27 at Point Pelee National Park, please note that access will only be through the Bevel Line-to-Point Pelee Drive route. Monarch Lane, Noble Sideroad and Concessions C, D and E will be closed to parade traffic. Entry to the park begins at 5 pm. Washrooms will be available at Mersea Park Beach, Northwest Beach, Orientation and Visitor Centre. The map to the left shows the only access to the park.
LOCAL SOLDIERS IDENTIFIED
LEAMINGTON — Back in June of this year, Colin and Debbie MacPherson brought a photo into the Sun office, asking for help in identifying the local soldiers in the photo. The Sun received a few calls and emails and now the MacPhersons have found the identification of all eight men in the photo. The photo was taken in June of 1945 on the front steps of the Leamington Legion on Orange Street. In the back row are Chub St. Pierre, Ed St. Pierre, Clare Ferguson and Bud Roach. In the front row are Jack Hammond, Dan Hammond, Don Rose and Don Tofflemire. Photo submitted
IN MEMORIAM In memory of a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother & friend
CRAIG McCARTY October 1, 1949 - November 24, 1999
Remember him with a smile today, he was not one for tears. Reflect instead on memories of all the happy years. Recall to mind the way he spoke, and all the things he said. His strength, his stance, the way he walked - remember this instead. The good advice he'd give us, his eyes that shone with laughter. So much of him will never die, but live on forever after. Always in our thoughts. Forever in our hearts. Love, your family
November is Falls Prevention Month
In Canada, a senior falls every 12 seconds. Of these falls, 67% sustain life-threatening injuries if they do not receive help within 72 hours. There are a number of factors that can increase your risk of falling. Chronic health conditions and lifestyle factors, along with a lack of knowledge on ways to prevent a fall, can increase your risk of experiencing a fall. Arthritis: Can result in decreased muscle strength and balance. Weakened muscles make steady, confident movement more difficult, increasing your risk of falling. Take extra time and think ahead, especially in new or unfa-
miliar places. Obesity: Can make exercise more difficult, and limiting exercise leads to weak legs that in turn increase the risk of falling. Exercise regularly. Regular, moderate physical activity increases your muscle strength and balance. Functional Limitations: Any condition that limits mobility (for example, pain, injury, physical/ emotional conditions) also increases your fall risk. Wear well fitting, study, low-heeled shoes with rubber soles for traction. Take extra care in snow and ice. Talk honestly with your health care provider about your health concerns.
Fear of Falling: Fear results in less movement, which can lead to increased risk of falling when you do move. Talk with your health care provider about your fears and any experience you have with dizziness or balance. There may be recommendations to help you walk more safely and get up correctly from a fall. Multiple Medications: Taking many different medications can increase fall risk. Know the reason for taking each of your medications as well as the side effects. Talk with your pharmacist or health care provider about possible medication interactions and side effects that
can put you at increased risk for falling. High Blood Pressure: Can cause dizziness and feeling light-headed which can interfere with balance, coordination and vision. When you rise from your chair, stand for a few seconds before walking. Diabetes: Common complications of diabetes can increase fall risk. Work with your health care provider to manage your diabetes. Eat a healthy diet. Test your blood sugar as recommended. Good nutrition improves your energy level and decreases your risk of diabetes related complications.
IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of
Kevin “Michael” ascott September 26, 1985 - November 28, 2014
IN MEMORIAM
In Memory of our Dear Friend
Margaret rose saMple
Happy 60th Anniversary
ONORIO (HENRY) & LINA IACOBELLI
November 25, 2005
The Clock of Life is wound but once, and no one has the power To tell just when the hands will stop... at a late or early hour. Now is the only time you own - so live, love and toil with a will. Place no faith in tomorrow, for the clock may then be still. Smile down on us, Sonshine, smile down. How I miss your smile and sparkling eyes! Lovingly Remembered All our love Mom, Darcy, Jesse & Alex xoxo
A Quiet Prayer A loving nature, a heart of gold, The very best the world could hold. Never selfish, always kind, These are the memories you left behind. A silent thought, a quiet prayer, For a special friend, In God’s care. Always Remembered
Onorio (Henry) and Lina Iacobelli were married November 25th, 1961 at St. Michael’s Church in Leamington. Happy 60th Anniversary Mom and Dad! Your love and devotion to each other and to all of us has been one of life’s greatest blessings. You have so generously shared your gifts of love, laughter, wisdom and kindness with so many people. It brings us great joy today to celebrate this special anniversary with you. With Love, John and Priscilla, Dee and Gerry, Sandra and Lou, Mathew, Tania, Milania and Ivano, Brian, Lauren, Jacqueline, Alicia, Scott, Mia and Adrian
