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Councillor explains flag-raising motion

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

Depending on what direction council takes, a new civic flag raising policy could be in the works for Chatham-Kent.

But some members of council – including Mayor Darrin Canniff – are happy with the status quo.

The issue has risen to the fore following a motion by North Kent Coun. Rhonda Jubenville at the April 3 council meeting. Jubenville wants to see only government flags flown at Chatham-Kent’s civic centres in order to avoid what she calls discrimination against some groups.

It means that the Canadian flag, the Ontario flag and the Chatham-Kent flag would be the only flags flying at municipally owned sites, in-

cluding the Chatham Civic Centre.

Jubenville said she brought the matter forward after a request from the Life in Motion group who wanted the municipality to fly a flag in May to honour mothers in conjunction with Mother’s Day. According to the Life in Motion Chatham Kent website the group is the education branch of Right to Life Kent, a pro-life anti-abortion advocacy organization.

The non-profit is also linked to Refuge, stating it exists to provide links to services for those dealing with unplanned pregnancy and euthanasia.

Jubenville said she thought flying the Life in Motion flag was a “great idea,” adding she’s aware of the group’s mission but has no official affiliation with it.

“Why not?” Jubenville asked, when questioned by The Voice about why the Life in Motion flag wasn’t raised.

“As far as I know, we fly all flags, so why not that one?”

Jubenville said she was told the municipality did not respond to Life in Motion organizers and she has a problem with that.

“By ignoring that request, those people have been alienated or discriminated against because they weren’t given a chance,” Jubenville explained. “This has been a big discernment for me. The policy has to be equitable for everyone. I just want everyone to get along and be respectful of each other’s differences.”

But the newly elected councillor also said that “not everyone agrees” with all of the flags that are currently flown.

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Group reacts to flag-raising issue

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

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Municipal staff and members of the IODE gathered last October to raise the organization’s flag at the Civic Centre. A notice of motion that will return to council on April 24 proposes limiting flags flying at municipal buildings to government flags only.

All flags should fly, C-K councillor says

He said the municipality receives numerJubenville said she’d like to see a policy ous requests and not all of them are apdeveloped that would see all flags flown proved.

The matter will return to council April 24. as long as they do not incite hate or discrimination. She’d also like to see policy created instead of the deciOFFICE CLOSED sion-making being left solely to the NOTICE TO mayor’s office, which is what she CHATHAM-KENT-LEAMINGTON said she learned after following up on the request.

RESIDENTS “I’m not comfortable when any one person makes a unilateral deEffective Thursday, April 13, 2023 cision,” she added. “Say yes to all the Chatham office of MPP Trevor Jones or no to all.” will be closed for renovations Chatham-Kent has a long-standuntil the week of May 7th, 2023. ing tradition of raising flags to raise If you require any assistance, awareness and mark special events and campaigns of various groups please contact the Leamington Office at and causes. Black History Month, 519-326-3367 (1-800-265-3992).

Pride Week, Truth & Reconciliation We will do our best to accommodate Week and various mental health Chatham area residents as much as possible. and veteran’s campaigns are comThe Leamington office will be open from memorated through flag raisings.

According to Canniff, Cha8 am – 4 pm Monday-Friday. tham-Kent’s current guidelines surOffice is located at 115 Erie Street North, Unit B. rounding flag raisings simply “folOur practice of “by appointment only” low tradition” and are not meant to will continue. be controversial.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause “We do not have a policy in place,” Canniff said, adding flag raising reand we will update our answering service as soon quests normally come to top manas our Chatham office re-opens. agement staff for approval.

Thank you for your understanding.

But he said that if council wants We look forward to continuing to serve to adopt a flag raising policy, that’s Chatham-Kent-Leamington. what will happen.

“If council would like a policy, Office of MPP Trevor Jones then maybe it’s appropriate,” Canniff said. “So be it.”

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Area residents concerned about a possible ban on municipal flag raisings to raise awareness or commemorate events are being invited to make their voices heard.

The Chatham-Kent Gay Pride Association created a post on their Facebook page recently with a detailed explanation of how to prepare deputations to Chatham-Kent council, how to write letters, how to contact local councillors and what to expect if they attend the council meeting in person.

The post instructs people about how to share their support for a flag raising policy that is “inclusive and justice informed.”

According to the statement, which did not have a specific author, the

post was made in response to a motion put forward by North Kent Coun. Rhonda Jubenville that would eliminate municipal flag raisings for community awareness.

Jubenville’s motion would like to see all special interest flag raisings banned, with only the Canadian flag, the Ontario flag and Chatham-Kent’s municipal flag allowed to fly at municipal buildings.

The post states that “a caring community does not silence the celebration of days of commemoration and awareness, nor does it miss the opportunity to promote inclusion and diversity.

“Rather than banning the practice, some cities have written clear policies to address requests to raise a flag. A well-considered approach such as this is what Chatham-Kent needs.”

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For their courage, skill and dedication, we recognize the men and women whose work as first responders saves lives and protects the greater good. Thank you for your service to our communities!

Let’s hear it for all our police officers.

Compassion. Support. Caring. Healing.

Every day, they kiss their families good-bye, fasten their duty belts and head out to Commitment. Understanding. Comfort. prevent crime before if happens without knowing if they’ll be able to do it all over again tomorrow. It takes a special kind of courage to be a police offer. They help our kids when they’re lost. They’re on call at all hours of the night to mediate the worst domestic disturbances. They do all the legwork that drives a successful conviction when the law has been broken. It’s not easy to be a crime-fighter and police officer. On a daily basis, officers witness the heart-wrenching destitution and violence experienced by the homeless, the mentally ill and the substance-addicted. They console the parents of missing children and investigate criminal acts. They see the tough side of life that wears people down and that many lucky people in our cities and towns never really have to deal with. But worst of all, they battle negative public perception in the very streets they patrol. Give a big shout out to the more than 68,000 Canadian police officers who carry the badge and swear to keep us safe.

Courage Under Fire We Salute Our Firefighters.

When the alarm sounds, the men and women of our fire departments answer the call without hesitation, saving thousands of lives and homes from devastating fires. For the important role they play in protecting our lives and for their brave and selfless sacrifice, we thank the dedicated men and women of our nation’s fire departments. We gratefully recognize their service to our communities, and we honour the memories of those who have fallen in the line of duty. You are all heroes, and we thank you for all that you do.

Words can’t begin to describe the life-changing contributions nurses make each and every day in our healthcare system. Nurses are the backbone of our health-care system, according to the Canadian Institute for Health Information, they account for almost half of the country’s medical workforce. We would like to take a moment to thank these dedicated men and women who follow the calling to make a difference.

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When tragedy strikes, paramedics work in conjunction with families to do what is best for the patient and offer the best possible emergency health care. For their courage, skill and dedication, we recognize the men and women whose work as first responders saves lives and protects the greater good.

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St. Clair College associate vice-president of securities and facilities management Rebecca Demchuk and campus security supervisor Robert Pierce conduct emergency messaging during a mock active attacker simulation at the school April 13.

Emergency training at college

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

When dealing with an active attacker or shooter, the key words are run, hide and fight.

That’s the protocol St. Clair College students are instructed to follow if such an incident occurs while they’re at school.

Rebecca Demchuk, associate vice-president of securities and facilities management for the college, said it’s an unpleasant topic to deal with, but

one that’s totally necessary.

“We have training and communication that is educational,” Demchuk said. “We want our students to know what their options are.”

Demchuk’s comments came during a mock attack simulation staged at the school April 13. The scenario involved students, college leadership, security officers and the Chatham-Kent Police Service.

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Everyone on campus participated in the active threat simulation. Students watched videos in their classrooms, learning about various ways to deal with attacker.

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load the St. Clair College safety app, which keeps them apprised of imminent danger - including weather events - in real time.

College security supervisor Robert Pierce, who was in charge of communicating updates via the P.A. system agreed.

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Opinion Clear language needed at council Last week’s editorial concerning Councillor Rhonda Jubenville’s proposal to put an end to all flag raisings at municipal buildings has touched a nerve in the community.

Since making her notice of motion, Councillor Jubenville has given interviews that have garnered local, regional and national audiences.

You can read her interview in this week’s print edition and view it online.

For the most part she has explained that she isn’t against any group but she wants equitable treatment for all those requesting flag-raisings.

Her explanations came after there was significant buzz in the community questioning the reasoning behind her move.

Had her notice of motion stated that she was aware of an issue and wanted a report from staff clarifying the procedure for flag-raisings most reasonable people would have supported her or at least understood her motives.

We certainly would have.

Her move to unilaterally exclude

community groups was unnecessary, inflammatory and confusing.

Most people wouldn’t call a halt to something of which they are in favour or support.

Veterans, children with cancer and abused women (as well as advocates for the homeless, mental health and scores of other organizations) have done nothing to deserve such treatment.

These groups help make our commu nity a stronger, better place.

When your motion also calls for prohibiting messaging from traditionally marginalized groups, based on race, sexual orientation or other causes it creates an atmosphere of intolerance.

If council debates the issue at its April 24 meeting, (and at this point the issue may need some discussion) we hope the debate involves clarity and openness; more light and less heat.

When the dust settles on this topic, we hope Councillor Jubenville’s overreaching motion can be chalked up to a mistake. Open discussion not unnecessary confrontation will serve our community in a far better manner.

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Editor: I never saw this tax coming from the Ford Government at all.

Unlike British Columbia where the onus is put on the consumer to bring back their cans and bottles to get their deposits back, the latest from Doug Ford is a cash grab that is off the rails before it starts in Ontario.

Who thought this up?

As of April 1, there is a carbon tax increase on fuel, a tax hike on booze, and now extra fees for single moms with kids on fruit juices and bottled water.

A foolish thing from the Ford government in these hard times.

Let’s all remember that during natural disasters,

bottled water is a lifesaver.

The credibility of this government is out the door and these foolish people are in power for some time yet.

Editor: I recently took my six-year-old grandson, Cole, to watch a Kent Cobra minor under-18 hockey game.

First of all, I encourage people to go and support all local teams. For no entry fee and great hockey – it is awesome to watch this team in competition.

Secondly, this team understands that younger

players who have the love of the game are in the stands looking up to them. So when we watched the Cobras play, it was exciting when they won. It was exciting for Cole to get his picture taken with his favourite player. It was exciting for him to get high fives from the players as they

went on and off the ice. The best part was when Cole’s favourite player got two goals.

We wish them all the best, especially Cole’s favourite player, No. 55 Harry Oickle.

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Home sales still slow in C-K in March The Chatham Voice

Chatham-Kent’s top local realtor thinks signs are pointing up in the local home sales market.

This despite a sluggish March.

According to Chatham-Kent Association of Realtors (CKAR) figures, 103 properties changed hands last month, down

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But Matt Bechard, president of CKAR, said sales were up significantly from February.

“Although down from last year, (sales) showed a

significant increase from February. This indicates that the market is starting to bounce back after a slow start to the year,” Bechard said in a media release.

Meanwhile, inventory levels continue to rise.

“The number of newly listed homes was up from March 2022. This is welcome news for potential

listings in March 2023.

This was the largest number of new listings added in the month of March in more than a decade.

On a year-to-date basis, home sales totalled 221 units over the first three months of the year. This was a sharp decrease of more than 40 per cent from the same period in 2022.

The average price of homes sold in March 2023 was $415,430, down by 20.6 per cent from March 2022.

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I found out on Friday that my summer beer consumption will be significantly curtailed this year.

Taking blood thinners into September can do that for a person.

This past week, I had visits with the physiotherapist and my family doc.

As some readers will recall, my first visit to Peach Physiotherapy in the middle of March resulted in me leaving one examination room resembling a crime scene, as my wound discharged a fair amount of blood, and I had to go to the hospital to get it looked at.

Well, I have stopped bleeding, but as I said before, I have blood clots in my lungs. Doc Sikkema examined me on Friday and thinks things are progressing well, but she did mention I will be on the blood thinners for the next six months.

That means I can have maybe five pints of beer a week until I’m off them. I didn’t think that would be a big deal.

Last week, on one of those beautiful days, I had a late afternoon beer on the front porch. It was literally my first beer since sometime in November.

So, limiting to five a week at most should be no problem, right?

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Bruce Corcoran was quite good.

So good that I wanted another.

Therein lies the problem. Sitting at home on a beautiful day and enjoying a beer.

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My left arm is conditioned to lift weights 12 or 16 ounces at a time. I just have to limit the reps.

Life could be worse, given the fact I have blood clots in my lungs...

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Pipe organ turns 100 The Chatham Voice

St. Andrew’s United Church celebrates the 100th anniversary of its Casavant pipe organ with Organ Week, a week of organ music to educate and entertain.

Installed in 1923, this pipe organ has become an integral part of St. An-

drew’s story.

It is the fourth to be installed at St. Andrew’s in the church’s almost 190year history.

Boasting more than 2,500 pipes, the organ was built

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1902 Karn organ.

Each day this week, from noon to 12:45 p.m., Noontime Organ Recitals will feature local and out-oftown organists.

The highlight of the celebration will be the Satur-

Chatham Lions is having an Open House

Correction

In a story published in The Voice April 13, 2023, titled ‘Election expense totals released’ incorrect information appeared regarding the 2022 municipal election results.

Chatham councillor Al-

ysson Storey was identified as finishing sixth in the race for a Chatham seat.

However, Storey finished in fifth spot.

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Thursday, April 20, 2023: • The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open from 11:00am-9:30pm. Lunch served 11:00am-1:30pm. Senior euchre 1:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

• The Chatham-Kent Quilters Guild meeting at St. Paul’s Congregational Church, 450 Park Ave E, Chatham.

Everyone is welcome to join us.

Non-members can visit us once free of charge, however, subsequent visits will be $10 per meeting.

Membership fee is $50 per year and entitles you to our newsletter and all of our regular meetings. Contact us through our Facebook page or at www.ckquiltguild.com for more info.

• Jam Session at Merlin Legion, 2 Stanley St. 1-4:30pm. Everyone welcome to attend - bring your instruments, singing voices, dancing shoes or just clap along. Panzerotti Special 4-7pm - deluxe or customize to your liking - $12.61+tax. To order call 519-689-4884. Mixed Euchre Night at 7pm. Everyone welcome to attend - light potluck lunch to follow.

For more information please call Eric @ 519-689-7555.

• Randy Grey will perform live at the Chatham Retirement Resort at 2:00pm. Call today for more info or to RSVP 519-351-7777 ext.526. 25 Keil Dr. N., Chatham.

• Show your love for spring by creating a bee-themed wreath. This free We Can Create! program will be held at 6:00pm in the Meeting Room of the CKPL Chatham Branch.

All materials are supplied. Registration required. Please register in person at your local branch or by contacting 519-354-2940. By Text: 519-401-7174. By Email: CKlibrary@ chatham-kent.ca. By Facebook Messenger: @CKPLibrary.

• St. Andrew’s United Church, Chatham celebrates the 100th anniversary of its beloved Casavant pipe organ with Organ Week. Noontime from 12-12:45 pm featuring Dr. William Carroll. Everyone in the community is invited to attend.

Donations will be gratefully accepted at the door with all proceeds going to the ongoing restoration work of the organ. Details for all Organ Week events can be found at www. standrewschatham.org/organ.

Friday, April 21, 2023: • Adult Colouring at the CKPL Chatham Branch Community Living Café.

2:00pm until 4:00pm. Come and connect with people of all ages and skill levels while colouring away the stress of the day. No registration required, come and go as you please.

• Merlin Legion, 2 Stanley St. Dinner Choices are 5pc Perch or Combo 3pc Perch + 2pc Merlickin Chicken $16.82+tax or 3pc Merlickin Chicken $11.95+tax (Dinner includes Baked or Fresh cut Fries, Veggies, Bun + Dessert) Served from 4:30-7pm. Call in your order 519-689-4884.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open from 11:00am-9:30pm. Lunch served from 11:00am-1:30pm. Supper will be served from 4:00–6:00.

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Welcome.

• St. Andrew’s United Church, Chatham celebrates the 100th anniversary of its beloved Casavant pipe organ with Organ Week. Noontime Organ Recitals from 12-12:45 pm featuring Devon Hansen. Everyone in the community is invited to attend.

Donations will be gratefully accepted at the door with all proceeds going to the ongoing restoration work of the organ. Details for all Organ Week events can be found at www. standrewschatham.org/organ.

• Friday night supper at the Chatham Moose Lodge, 850 Richmond St. is a BBQ RIB dinner with potato, vegetable salad and a bun. Dine in $15. pickup $16. All meals are served at 6pm. Please call 519-352-8291 daily from 1 to 4 reserve.

Saturday, April 22, 2023: • Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-10:30am. Take out only.

• Al-Anon celebrates 67 years in Chatham-Kent from 10:30am-2:00pm at Holy Trinity / St. Paul’s Church, 81 Selkirk St., Chatham. Al-Anon is for families and friends of alcoholics.

Hear an AA speaker and an Al-Anon speaker share their experience, strength and hope. $5 at the door light refreshments.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm. Meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30pm. Lunch served 3:00pm– 5:30pm. Entertainment by Good Old Boys from 4:309:30. Come check out our menu.

Everyone Welcome.

• Saturdays at 7 at St. Andrew’s United Church, 85 William Street S., Chatham presents Pedals and Pipes. In celebration of 100 years of St. Andrew’s organ, guest organist Dr. Norah Duncan IV will showcase the full potential of this 3-manual Casavant pipe organ. Donations (suggested $15) at the doors which open at 6:30 pm. All are welcome!

For further information www. standrewschatham.org/music or call 519-352-0010.

• Merlin Legion, 2 Stanley St. 519689-4884. Kitchen open at 11:30am for lunch - burger $5 & Hot Dogs $3, Fries Sm $3 Lg $4. Euchre Tournament - In Memory of Mike (Marvin) St. Peter - Registration @ 12:15, 2 Person Team $10 Pre-register is encouraged please call Legion 519-6894884. Kitchen from 4-7pm - Menu + Special 2pc Merlickin Chicken $9.29 OR 3pc Merlickin Chicken $11.95 (includes fries & coleslaw).

• Earth Day Rock Painting with Carrie from Motions at 1:30pm at The Chatham Retirement Resort. Brighten your garden with some wonderful rock art. Please RSVP to reserve a canvas. 519-351-7777 ext.526.

Sunday, April 23, 2023: • Creekside Church - 10:00am Sunday’s at the Adult Lifestyle Centre, Merritt Ave. Haven’t been to church in a while? Come find community with us. creeksidechurch.ca.

• Kent Coin Club Spring coin show at the Active Lifestyle Center (9am-

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• Classic Country Jamboree from 1-5pm at the Merlin Legion. Music

by The Marquis. Dinner of 2 pc Merlickin chicken, potato, baked beans, coleslaw, dessert with coffee/ tea. $17 inclusive. $5 for Jam only. $12 pickup dinner also available. Call 519-476-5870 to book your spot.

Tuesday, April 25, 2023: • Chess Club at Chatham Branch of CKPL. 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Drop in program. Great opportunity to learn new strategies by playing with different players. All ages and all skill levels are welcome.

• Master Your Health Diabetes, Tuesdays, April 25—May 30, 2023, 6:00pm—8:30pm. Access virtual programs using any computer, tablet, or smartphone. All workshop materials are provided free of charge. Free registration by using link: https:// myhdiab_april25.eventbrite.ca.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am–9:30pm. Lunch served from 11:30am–1:30pm. Today’s special is spaghetti with meat sauce. Come play euchre at 1:00pm & 7:00pm. Shuffleboard at 7:00pm.

Everyone is welcome.

• Learn to clog at the Active Lifestyle Centre. 10:00am-11:30am. 20 Merritt Ave., Chatham. 519-352-5633.

Wednesday, April 26, 2023: • The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open from 11:00am–9:30pm. Lunch served 11:30am–1:30pm. Daily special is meatloaf dinner. Check out our other daily specials. Fun darts at 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

• Intermediate clogging at the Active Lifestyle Centre. 10:00am-11:30am.

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Thursday, April 27, 2023: • The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open from 11:00am–9:30pm. Lunch served 11:00am–1:30pm. Senior euchre at 1:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

• Jam Session at the Merlin Legion, 2 Stanley St. 1-4:30pm. Everyone welcome to attend. Panzerotti Special 4-7pm - deluxe or customize to your liking - $12.61+tax - to order call 519-689-4884. Mixed Euchre Night at 7pm - Everyone welcome to attend Submit your coming events to bruce@chatham­voice.com or michelle@chathamvoice.com

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THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 2023

In Memoriam

Obituary

Ducharme, Irvin May 21, 1935 - April 19, 2022 One year ago

Though his smile is gone forever, and his hand we cannot touch, we have so many memories of the one we loved so much.

We miss you dearly and love you always.

You were a cherished husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.

Love Julie and all your family.

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Braunstein: Irene Agnes A resident of Chatham, Irene Braunstein passed away at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance - Chatham Campus on February 5, 2023 at the age of 76. Born in Stuttgart, Germany, Irene was the daughter of the late Josef and Katarina (nee Pramberger) Braunstein. Dear sister in law to William ‘Leonard’ Harwood. Predeceased by her sister Rosemarie Harwood and her brother Stephen Braunstein. Irene was a retired School Teacher. She worked for the Kent County Catholic School Board. In keeping with Irene’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family interment at Maple Leaf Cemetery was held. Donations made in memory of Irene to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

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Thank You

The family of the late George Stauf would like to Thank everyone for their visitations to the hospital, the beautiful flowers, the wonderful, kind acts of charity from my neighbours in Birdland, and many expressions of sympathy shown following George’s passing. Special thanks are extended to Pastor Bill and Pastor Jan, my neighbours across the street who went above and beyond in their care, prayers and blessings to George, especially during the past few months. A special thank you to Dr. Matt Van Til at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance whose care, compassion and support during George’s stay at the hospital was of great comfort and very much appreciated.

Diane & Family

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THE CHATHAM VOICE

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