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GORE HILL DRUMMING PROGRAM
LEAMINGTON – Gore Hill Public School recently received a donation of 30 buckets from Leamington Home Building Centre for use in bucket drumming music classes. In the left photo,Grade 6 students Melody and Emily practice bucket drumming skills, working hard to differentiate between the middle and rim sounds. In the right photo, Ray Bechamp of Home Hardware gets ready with the buckets. Submitted photos
Three-legged coyote put down humanely LEAMINGTON — A local OPP officer was forced to put down a wild coyote that had been wandering around on three legs last week. The OPP got a call about a coyote in distress on Wednesday, October 6. It appeared to the officer that the coyote had been caught in a leg trap
and was forced to chew itself free. The OPP officer involved wanted to remind the public that only licensed trappers can set leg traps for fur bearing mammals and those animals must be in season. Local wildlife expert Steve Derbyshire was contacted by the Sun
and said it’s likely the animal was hit by a car at some point over the last couple of weeks. “I’ve seen numerous three-legged coyotes over the years and most of them had been hit and then chewed off the dangling leg,” he said.
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
UMEI honours Truth and Reconciliation Day
LEAMINGTON — On September 30, the nation came together and observed the first National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. Caldwell First Nation honoured this day by organizing a walk, opened to all community members, to take steps to honor and remember the lives and spirits of those who attended Indian Residential Schools. Mrs. Wiens and Mrs. Hudders of UMEI Christian High School took the time in daily chapels to prepare the school community for that day. Students began their learning with a land acknowledgment, then discussed the heartbreaking reality of the Residential School system and recognized that reconciliation goes hand in hand with truth. The students placed orange flags around the school sign while listening to a reading of a poem by Rebecca Thomas titled ‘What Are Their Names’. On Thursday, September 30, the staff and students joined Caldwell First Nation in their walk through the town of Leamington to let them know that UMEI stands with them in support of every child matters. “We see the ongoing grief for the children that were taken from their homes and never returned,” said a release from the school. “We see the generational trauma of the families and communities affected by Residential School. We believe in our Indigenous neighbors and their stories. We see their pain and need for healing. We are listening. We are learning. We are pursuing the truth. We are committed to doing UMEI hand prints. better.” Photo submitted
Lois Cavers John Forbes John Victor Forbes, 83 years, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Erie Shores Hospice. Beloved husband of Ida Lou (nee Welch). Loving father of Terry Lynn Forbes-Brophy (Todd), Edward John Forbes (Allison). Adored grandfather of Kaylynn, Owen and Alec. Survived by sister Jean Cade and sister-in-law Diana Forbes. Predeceased by all his other remaining brothers and sisters. Survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. John will always be remembered and never forgotten by his dear friend Ron Sellon. John worked at the H.J. Heinz Co. for over 40 years where he was a Union Steward. He volunteered for over 35 years with Minor Hockey in both the old arena and the new arena. John was also involved with the Leamington Flyers Hockey Team for over five years. Later on in life, John and his close friends started the Southpoint Alumni. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) Wednesday from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to celebrate John’s life will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, October 14, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. Followed by cremation. Due to COVID restrictions, the visitation and funeral service are limited to a specific number of visitors at a time. Only those with an appointment will be allowed in. Please book an appointment online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca to secure a designated time to pay your respects. EVERYONE must wear a mask. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society of Windsor-Essex or Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
John Faust John Faust passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at the age of 85 years. Born in Hrastovac, Proof of obituary to run Yugoslavia on November 25, 1935. Beloved and devoted husband to (nee Medel). Octoberwife 13, Margaret 2021 Dear son to the late Elisabeth (nee Southpoint Sun Ellenberger) and the late John Faust. hst = John, $113Ken and wife L o v i n g $100, father plus to the$13 late Jeffrey Sonia, Doris Villeneuve and husband Marc, Robert and wife Krista. Loving to nine grandchildren, three adopted AnyOpa changes please email grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Dear brother of sun@southpointsun.ca Elisabeth Frey (late Phillip), the late Christine Erdmann Thanks. (Senno). Many nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law and sistersin-law also survive. Dear son-in-law to the late Susanna and Frank Medel. John was strong in his faith to Jesus Christ. Visiting is at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Friday, October 15, 2021 from 2-5 p.m. and on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at LakePoint Family Church, 285 Talbot St. E., Leamington, from 9:45 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Service to celebrate John’s life at 10:30 a.m. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery to follow. Due to COVID restrictions, the visitation and funeral service are limited to a specific number of visitors at a time. Only those with an appointment will be allowed in. Please book an appointment online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca to secure a designated time to pay your respects. EVERYONE must wear a mask. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to LakePoint Family Church or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
On Friday, October 8, 2021, in her 87th year of life, our cherished Mother, Grandmother and GG was reunited with the love of her life in heaven. Lois Cavers (nee Kells) beloved wife of Edwin Cavers (2013) was surrounded by her family when she was welcomed into the arms of her Lord. She will be greatly missed by her chosen family George and Elaine, her grandchildren Meaghan (Todd) and Logan (Kerry), and her great-grandchildren Elliott, Amelia and Maddie. A proud graduate of Grace Hospital School of Nursing, Lois dedicated 41 years to a profession she loved. Her Proof of obituary to run career began at Grace Hospital and then continued onto Leamington District Memorial Hospital. She took great pride as one of the October nurses who set Leamington Hospital’s 13,up2021 first ER, and later in her career as a nursing supervisor. Southpoint Sun Lois will be remembered for her unmistakable red hair, $100,and plus $13 = $113 vibrant personality sense of hst humor. Lois accepted all people just as they were, and thanks to that sincere kindness and generous heartchanges she made please friends wherever Any email she went. Throughout her married life with Ed on their farm, she sun@southpointsun.ca opened her heart and home to many foster children. Later in Thanks. life, both her and Ed bestowed their love onto a young family, who in the years to come would grow into the family she has today. A family brought together by fate and kept together through love. Lois was also a woman of great faith; she was an active member of Knox Presbyterian Church right up until her health prevented her from participating. Her family would like to express their sincere thanks to the staff at Franklin Gardens. You treated Lois like she was part of your family, and we are so very grateful that during the many Covid-related restrictions that she had all of you caring for her. Visiting at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell St., Leamington (519-326-2631) on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. and on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Service that celebrated Lois’ life at 11 a.m. Interment at McDowell Cemetery, Tilbury. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
