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Police Week May 14-20

From Page 12 commitment to the officers of our 8 District – Grimsby office,” said St. Sgt. Chris Lemaich of 8 District. “When platoon strength allows we regularly have dedicated traffic enforcement vehicles. These officers will address problem areas.”

The NRP welcomes calls to let them know of ongoing community issues.

“Members of the public with concerns about traffic can contact our Traffic Hot Line or the 8 District office directly (ext. 1025400). With the long rural roads in the

Grimsby, Lincoln, West Lincoln areas affected by speeders, we continue to give them attention for enforcement,” said Lemaich.

“We also have an initiative on the go cen-

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tering on King Street in Beamsville looking to address speeding and noise/loud exhaust. That initiative will wrap up in June and then be assessed for continuation.”

Police Week ~ Committed to Serve

Obituaries

THOMPSON, Olive Mary (nee Booth)

June 29, 1925 – May 5, 2023

Obituaries

Antje Magdalena Schenkel

Antje (“Angie”) Magadalene Schenkel passed away peacefully Sunday (May 7th, 2023) at McNally Hospice in her 81st year after a brave and courageous fight against brain cancer.

Born in Hamburg, Germany to Elfriede & Fritz Bock and immigrated with her parents and sister (Jutta Bock) to Canada 1954. Beloved and devoted wife to Erich Schenkel for 62 years predeceased 2020. She will be greatly missed by daughters & family Caroline Schenkel-Breadman (Greg Breadman) and Elizabeth Beaumont (Scott Beaumont) and grandsons Derek Breadman and Jack Beaumont. As well as life long friend Rita Dudek.

Forever remembered for her kindness and respect for others. A true caregiver to her husband for several years of Parkinson’s and trail blazer for culture and culinary expertise to her family. Nothing will ever replace her genuine spirit for family, she was such a beautiful soul.

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held for family and close friends. Details being arranged. Condolences are welcome to Tallman Funeral home website www.tallmanfuneralhomes.ca

In lieu of flowers donations to McNally Hospice, 148 Central Ave, Grimsby www.mcnallyhousehospice.com are greatly appreciated. We thank the incredible and loving McNally house staff, volunteers and Dr. Flanagan!

Online condolences at tallmanfuneralhomes.ca.

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Our family treasure passed away peacefully surrounded by our love at McNally House Hospice in Grimsby on Friday, May 5, 2023 in her 98th year. Olive was predeceased by her Father William (1959) and Mother Amy (1972). She was the beloved wife of the late Harry Thompson (1999). Proud, loving and devoted mother of David (Joanne) Thompson and Jane Thompson. Cherished grandmother of Michael-Oliver, Nolan and Julianna. Predeceased by her grandson Connor (2003) and by her sisters Betty (1968) and Margaret (2003) Olive was the youngest of the three sisters. Forever remembered and loved by Anne and Nick Hutton, Rosie and Rod Campbell-Blair and their extended families abroad. Olive and Harry both served in WWII. Olive served as a WREN (Women’s Royal Naval Service) and Harry was in the Royal Navy. After the war ended they married and moved to Canada to start their lives together. They settled and worked in Toronto and spent holiday time canoeing in Algonquin Park as proud new Canadians. They soon moved to Oakville and started raising David and Jane then relocated to St. Catharines in 1967 and eventually settled on Willowdale Ave in Old Glenridge. Olive stripped walls, wallpapered and painted most of the house singlehanded, took care of the two of us, as many as three black labs at a time, and helped Harry run the family business Cottman Transmission. She stayed at that home and cared for it until 2005 and then moved to Grimsby to be closer to family. Olive was known for her long walks with the dogs and later, on her own, well into her 90’s. She was a great cook and baker. She loved dark chocolate, an occasional glass of white wine, F1 Racing, knitting and most importantly being a Mother and Grandmother. She was truly amazing. We will all miss her dearly. In keeping with Olive’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family interment will take place at St. George’s Church Columbarium in St. Catharines. The Thompson family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff and volunteers at McNally Hospice for their incredible compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the McNally House Hospice would be appreciated by the family. Please share your condolences online at www.hulseandenglish.com.

BIVAND, Craig Anthony

We lost a wonderful soul on May 5, 2023. Craig Will be missed by his wife, Diane, son, Albert, father, Don, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Craig is predeceased by his mother, Janice, with whom he had a special relationship. He also had a soft spot in his heart for Grandma C, Grandma B and Aunt Florence.

His family is very proud of the person he was and all that he accomplished in his full but short life. His big heart and generosity of spirit led him to many years of community service. He started FORT and remained committed to this youth center for over twenty years. He was involved in the provincial and federal Conservative Party, organized Rotary golf tournaments, and assisted the Belarus children. He also organized whitewater rafting tours which gave many young people life-long memories. He gave so much to so many for so long.

Craig was a wonderful husband who was all one could wish for a partner - supportive, caring, and full of creative ideas and surprises. Diane admired his passion for life and his ability to expand the travel experience to the ultimate. She was left with a tremendous number of incredible stories to savour over the years.

Craig’s many friends describe him as the most generous and unselfish man they have every met and who would literally give you the shirt off his back. His zest for life can be characterized in many ways but suffice to say his gregarious, loud and infectious deep laugh was his trademark. Craig was intellectual and opinionated and, as a reader on so many subjects, could substantiate his beliefs. His friends can still see and hear him singing My Way by either Frank Sinatra or the Sex Pistols while driving his Dad’s riding lawn mower down to the Grimsby House for a cold beer!

Traveling and scuba diving made him feel complete and satisfied with his free spirit. He has been to 97 countries and was also certified as a master diver. His heart’s desire was to step foot in as many countries as he could. Diane is going to take his ashes to three more countries to fulfill his 2023’s goal of reaching his 100th country. His ultimate dream was to sail around the world with his own catamaran.

In honouring Craig’s wishes, a celebration of the life will be held by his family at a later time. If desired donations to FORT (https://www.thefortyouthcentre.com/donate-online) would be appreciated by the family or simply go out and splurge on yourself or someone you love to treat and think of Craig.

Arrangements entrusted to Considerate Cremation & Burial Services, 26 Nihan Drive, St. Catharines (between Lake Street & Scott Street), 289-362-1144. Online condolences may be made at CCBSCares.ca

Obituaries

Thompson, Elaine

Elaine Thompson, 80, of Grimsby, Ontario, passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer at West Lincoln Memorial Hospital in Grimsby on Friday May 5th, 2023 with her family by her side. Loving wife of Clint of 57 years, proud mother of Karen (Brent) and Paul (Colleen). Dear grandmother of Connor, Kaileigh, Spencer and Colin, great grandmother to Dayton, dear sister of Ronald Kurkoski (deceased), Norma Gauthier, Millie Canterbury, Ann Fleming (deceased) and Donna Nottingham. Elaine was born in Renfrew, Ontario to Andrew and Mary Kurkoski on May 5th, 1943. She attended St. Joseph’s Academy and Renfrew Collegiate Institute. After getting married in 1965, Elaine moved to Toronto and subsequently lived in Ottawa, Scarborough, Mississauga, Nassau (Bahamas), Oakville while supporting Clint in his banking career, finally settling in Grimsby. Elaine devoted her life to raising her children into their teens after which she worked for the Bank of Nova Scotia until retiring in 1995. For Elaine her home was her castle. She enjoyed spending time with close family and friends, decorating, organizing, dining out and in retirement, travelling. She loved animals, particularly her dogs Misty and Taylor. Both were very loved and lived long healthy lives. All animals, including squirrels, birds, cats and dogs were simply attracted by her presence.

Elaine was very proud to be a mother, grandmother and great grandmother, and visits were cherished. She was attentive to all, gave valued advice steering all towards self-sufficiency and independence, while keeping all true to themselves. She was a strong, empathetic, compassionate woman, a role model and friend that loved whole-heartedly and was loved deeply in return. People wanted to be around Elaine. Anyone who met and got to know Elaine found her to be a very kind, friendly and considerate person. She will be remembered fondly and sadly missed by so many…Visitation to be held at Stonehouse-Whitcomb Funeral Home, 11 Mountain Street, Grimsby, 905-9452755 on Saturday, June 3rd at 1 pm followed by a memorial service at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation made to the Canadian Wildlife Federation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. To share condolences online, please visit Elaine’s obituary at www.smithsfh.com

Breberina, Curtis Phillip

It is with heavy hearts that we sadly announce the sudden passing of the beloved son of Christine and Andre Breberina, and loved brother of Colton and Cassandra, at West Lincoln Memorial Hospital on Friday, May 12, 2023, at the age of 28. Visitation at STONEHOUSE-WHITCOMB FUNERAL HOME, 11 Mountain Street, Grimsby (905-945-2755) on Thursday, May 18, 2023, from 3 - 5 and 7 - 9 p.m. The Funeral Service will take place at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, 156 Main Street West, Grimsby on Friday, May 19, 2023 at 2 p.m. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial contributions for research to the Multiple Sclerosis Scientific Research Foundation. www.smithsfh.com

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Frank van Buuren 56

August 31, 1962 - May 22, 2018

Beloved Frank*

Father, brother, friend, son, ex-husband, father-in-law, neighbor. A beautiful and remarkable human being.

We miss you with all of our hearts. Until we meet again.

Daniel, Christinus, Tina and family.

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