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IN 1971, BRENDA MITCHELL walked into Sarnia's only McDonalds restaurant and asked for a job. Half a century later she's still working under the Golden Arches. For more on her remarkable career, please see page 4. TARA JEFFREY The Journal

Huge boost for River City homeless shelter

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local landlord with a penchant for helping people in need has made a hefty donation to expand a much-needed homeless shelter in central Sarnia. “I really believe in what they are doing there,” said Richard Lalonde, 72, who is giving $203,000 to the River City Vineyard, where construction

to add 40 beds and a designated space for women had stalled. “Housing is so important; if you don’t have a place to lay your head, your whole existence is just trying to get a place to sleep and enough to eat.” Lalonde made the donation in memory of his late partner, Laurence Le Capelaine, a former Lambton College dean and professor who died in 2020. The pair founded Esquire

Inv. (Sarnia Ltd.) in 1974, a real-state company that provides affordable housing to vulnerable residents, including single mothers, women in abusive situations, people struggling with mental illness, and those living on social assistance. “If women, in particular, were being harassed by hurtful partners, I had the ability to put trespass orders on them, and keep them away from the property,” said Lalonde, who is still working as a landlord.

The Sarnia native spent eight years in the Army Reserves — serving in Germany during the Russian invasion of Czechoslovakia before switching gears and returning to Lambton College. “I realized not only do I not want to get shot - but I didn’t want to shoot or kill anybody,” said Lalonde, who followed up with a Masters of Clinical Psychology at Oakland University in Michigan. Continued on 2

arnia is asking the Ontario government to come up with a better way to handle complaints against misbehaving council members. “The system is broken,” said Coun. Terry Burrell, who believes municipal councils shouldn’t be left to discipline one of their own. Currently, Sarnia’s Integrity Commissioner determines whether a councillor has contravened the Code of Conduct, but it’s up to council to decide whether to proceed with punishment. Penalties can range from a reprimand to a suspension of pay for up to 90 days. “By having a municipal council involved in the penalty phase, the process switches from a judicial process to a political process,” Burrell said. “There should be some method in place to discipline council members for various infractions.” Other councillors agree, and in a 6-0 vote on March 21 decided to ask the province for a better system. Burrell said some councillors simply won’t discipline one of their own, while others could use sanctions “as a weapon” against opponents. Coun. Mike Stark cited a recent complaint against Coun. Bill Dennis as an example. Continued on 2

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Continued from 1 His internship at what is now the Mental Health inpatient unit at Bluewater Health helped him decide there was more he could do. “I realized and felt that I could be a hell of a lot more help to people as a landlord than I could sitting at a desk trying to counsel people,” he said. “That just made a lot more sense. “We’d see battered women in the hospital who got sent right back to the sh**hole they came from, basically. So I advertised specifically for single mothers, to help them, and people on disability, and so on, for all these years.” When he learned the

River City expansion was stalled by a lack of funds, Lalonde took stocks he’d put aside and called the shelter. “I answered the phone and thought — could this be true?’” said Audrey Kelway, operations team leader at the Mitton Street facility. “We were all just blown away because we’ve been wondering — how are we going to do this? Because we rely on community support.” While the building still also needs roof repairs, Kelway said the donation will likely help finish the renovations to accommodate 40 additional beds, and security services to house the community’s most vulnerable. River City takes in much of Sarnia’s ‘harder

to house’ population — some of whom struggle with addiction and mental health and have nowhere else to go. “I’ve had a number of tenants with mental health issues — you couldn’t rent to them because they caused all kinds of problems for others. But [River City] has housing for these people,” said Lalonde. “They understand those needs, and are supporting that.” Currently, the shelter has room for 25 men and is consistently full. With the looming closure of a temporary county-led shelter at Central United Church later this month, Kelway expects demand to increase. “We want to be up and running as soon as we can get it done,” she said.

Continued from 1 Integrity Commissioner Paul Watson found Dennis broke the rules and recommended he be reprimanded for “inappropriate behaviour” at a Sept. 16 meeting, during

which Dennis laughed and directed a profanity at Stark. But councillors voted against taking action. “We had a member of our council who was declared guilty by the Integrity Commissioner, and by a 6-3 vote this council chose not to

discipline that individual; not even to reprimand this individual,” said Stark. “So clearly the system doesn’t work. You need to come up with a system that obviously is far more responsive to the actual infractions.” Integrity Commission-

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RIVER CITY VINEYARD officials George Esser, left, and Audrey Kelway, right, were thrilled when Richard Lalonde, centre, pledged more than $200,000 to complete a shelter expansion at the Mitton Street facility. TARA JEFFREY The Journal

“We’re definitely getting closer… we’ve been

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er Watson is currently looking into three formal complaints involving Sarnia council members. Watson is actively investigating a complaint stemming from a Nov. 15 diversity training session. Toronto-based Kojo Institute cancelled agreements to train senior

municipal staff and Sarnia Police Service after some unnamed councillors subjected consultant Kike Ojo-Thompson to what it called “undisputed, uncorrected and unabated hostility.” Watson said he received two more complaints last week. They

involve a council member who allegedly engaged in misconduct at a Feb. 7 council meeting, and released confidential information to the media. The two most recent complaints are at the early review stage, Watson said.

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At Mickey D’s for 50 years, and she’s still lovin’ it

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renda Mitchell was 20-years-old when, on whim, she walked into Sarnia’s only McDonald’s restaurant and applied for a job. “It was on London Road, where the Superstore is now,” recalled Mitchell, 71. “I had a job at a pharmacy in that plaza and went over on my break and applied.” Her first day was Nov. 21, 1971, and she’s been with the fast food chain ever since. “Going on 51 years,” said

Mitchell, who is Sarnia-born and raised. “I’ll keep working (while) my health is good. It gets me out, keeps me active, and gives me a little extra spending money.” Patrons can normally find Mitchell at the Christina Street restaurant perched in her favourite spot — the drive-thru window —Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. “I check the bags, present them, thank the customers, tell them to come back,” she said. “I love my customers; I know them by name, and they know me by name.” Over the years Mitchell

BRENDA MITCHELL'S FAVOURITE job is working the drive-thru.

moved to London, Oshawa, Pickering and Gravenhurst, transferring to different Mc-

Donald’s before coming home in the early 1990s. “I just enjoy working. McDonald’s is my life,” she said with a laugh, though she also loves cooking and a good game of BINGO. “If I didn’t enjoy it I would have quit a long time ago.” It helps to have great bosses, she added, referring to longtime owners Colleen and Peter Buckley. “They’re such awesome people to work for,” said Mitchell, adding communication is the secret to a successful workplace. “That’s the biggest thing — we all work together, every-

body gets along and we communicate between employees and management.” Colleen Buckley confirmed Mitchell is the longest-serving employee in Sarnia. “I have had the privilege of working shoulder to shoulder with Brenda since 1994, when I was a crew member myself,” said Buckley, whose late father was an owner-operator and a founding board member of the Ronald McDonald House in London. “Brenda is a treasured part of my McFamily.”

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Eight-storey seniors’ building ready to rise downtown

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he start of a new retirement complex is up next now that demolition of the former Bayside Mall in downtown Sarnia is complete, officials say. Oakville-based Seasons Retirement Communities bought the downtown Sarnia mall property in 2020 for a multi-phase retirement community, targeted for completion in 2026. It began with renovation of Lambton County Shared Services in 2020 and demolition of the shopping mall last summer. The next phase will see an eight-storey, 160-unit residential building rise near Vidal and Cromwell streets, according to a site plan submitted by Urban Solutions Plan-

ning & Development Consultants on behalf of Seasons. “Unlike most development projects, this one includes the added complexity of an underground parking structure that is in use and will be in use throughout the entirety of the construction phase,” said Seasons CEO Michael Lavallee. “Therefore, for the safety and security of the building, each phase of the project must be carefully evaluated and planned.” Pandemic and supply chain pressures could impact the 24-month construction timeline, he added. The next phase includes reopening pedestrian access at Lochiel Street to re-establish a connection between the downtown and homes to the east, according to recent city staff report.

The eight-storey building will frame the street and help diversify Sarnia’s housing stock, city staff said. It includes 2,075 square-metres of indoor and outdoor amenity space for residents, with 176 on-site parking stalls and 35 above-grade spaces. “Once the site is completed, it will include 160 fully independent apartments, 144 retirement home suites, which

will be complemented by 17 townhomes as part of the retirement home,” Lavallee said. THIS VACANT LOT near the intersection of Vidal and Devine streets is the future site of a 160unit, eight-storey residential building. Journal Photo

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Top-drawer Canadian talent ready to rock Borderfest

ts ability to stage live entertainment during the pandemic is the reason Bluewater Borderfest was able to assemble one of the top music lineups in Canada this year, says co-founder Mark Perrin The three-day festival featuring all-Canadian talent runs June 23 – 25 in Centennial Park. Sarnia’s first major music event of the year kicks off Thursday night with The Tea Party and Sam Roberts, with Skye Wallace and Sarnia’s Born Riot. Friday night is co-headlined by Alessia Cara and Marianas Trench, with special guests Ryland James and Sarnia’s Coobie. And Saturday features Our Lady Peace, with Finger Eleven, Sloan and Sarnia’s Aces High. “We are extremely excited this group of artists is performing at BorderFest,” said Perrin who co-founded the event in 2017. The festival was interrupted by COVID-19 but organizers worked hard to figure out how to provide live entertainment

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City nixes paid parking for concerts in Canatara Park TARA JEFFREY THE JOURNAL

rganizers of this summer’s inaugural Revelree Music Festival are working with City Hall to find a solution to a parking impasse at Canatara Park. Organizers had asked the city to close the Animal Farm parking lot and two of three lots at Canatara Beach to create paid parking and provide space for staff and volunteers during the July 22-23 festival. City council rejected that idea and has asked staff to come up with

alternative options. “The purpose of Canatara Park is to be enjoyed by all of the citizens of the city, with particular emphasis on people who cannot afford to pay for entertainment venues,” said Coun. Mike Stark, noting the wishes of philanthropist Maud Hanna, whose generosity helped create the park. Ticketed concerts and paid parking, he added, are not what Hanna envisioned for Canatara, which “was to be used for the enjoyment of the citizens of Sarnia, without fees.” Revelree organizer Scott Palko said any parking

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Sarnia’s streetcars had their own police? Who knew?

he Sarnia Historical Society launched its most recent book in March of 2020, just as the world was shutting for the COVID-19 pandemic. Keeping the Peace is a 160year chronicle of the Sarnia Police Service, but it also contains stories about the exploits of other local forces active over that period. They include the Point Edward police, the OPP, the RCMP, the CN police, and the agents of Canada’s border services. As the book’s author, and following two years of research, I thought I’d touched on pretty much every aspect of local policing. Now I’m not so sure. A collector of police uniform insignia contacted me recently about the badge illustrated here. He had purchased it at a group show in London and was seeking information about who might have worn it. The Sarnia Street Railway Company operated from 1875

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to 1931, when it was replaced in 1932 by Sarnia Bus Company. The original horse-drawn line ran from Sarnia to the Grand Trunk Railway depot in Point Edward. A beach line was added in 1904, following the installation of electric trolley cars in 1901. I set out to discover more about the mysterious badge. The city’s parks and recreation department had no answers, nor did a quick scanning of related files at the always-helpful Lambton County Archives. I consulted a police spokesman, a retired chief of police with a considerable knowledge of local policing history, and a retired officer with a vast collection of police insignia – with little results - although former Chief Phil Nelson saw a

clear need for a special constable to police rowdy passengers. Sarnia Transit also had no answers. But my friend and fellow historian, retired Crown attorney Randy Evans, had some clarifying thoughts to contribute. The Sarnia Street Railway, Randy reminded me, was a mail and freight carrier in addition to transporting cash-paying passengers, so the presence of a railway police officer made sense. The line also picked up wealthy holidaymakers from

The Sarnia Street Railway.

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the riverfront rail depot and ships arriving at Ferry Dock Hill, and took them to the grand resort hotels on Lake Huron. Additionally, Randy pointed out, those hotels were located in Sarnia Township at the time – a jurisdiction without its own police force at the turn of the 20th century. Protecting the tourists who flocked to the lake’s famed

beaches from across North America would have been a critical civic priority. As always, some knowledgeable Journal reader will likely have other insights. If you know of anyone in Sarnia who might have worn such a badge, The Sarnia Journal would like to hear from you. Just drop a note to philegan@cogeco.ca.

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Living beside Mrs. Cuthbertson wasn’t easy for a kid

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obody called her Florence. She was always Mrs. Cuthbertson, her name spoken softly to avoid summoning her in person. She lived on Wellington Street, next door to us and behind Paterson Memorial Church, and we knew if a baseball was hit over the fence into her back garden it was gone. At best, she’d keep it for a very long time before returning it with an unambiguous lecture, her white hair as wild as her eyes. One of our more reckless pals claimed he’d snuck into her yard once. Maybe. Or maybe he just boasted about daring to even think about it. I do know that Mrs. Cuth-

bertson was the reason I couldn’t have a dog. My parents discussed it when they thought I couldn’t hear Bob Boulton them. It would cause Mrs. Cuthbertson (and therefore us) too much grief. So instead, Mom gave me a tiny doggie vase to sit atop my bedroom dresser. That was my only dog. Dogs and dog parks and dog beaches didn’t make headline news in Sarnia back then. Not as many dogs around, maybe. My neighbour Miles owned a demon dog, a Scottie (named Scottie) that yapped and growled at everyone. Nobody but Miles loved Scottie. I’m sure I would have loved my dog too, if I’d ever had one.

Whenever neighbours complained about their lives and how things couldn’t get any worse, others would reply, “Well, you might live beside Mrs. Cuthbertson.” They’d glance toward our house, shrug their shoulders, and gain comfort knowing there was truth to that. In my mid-teens, after graduating from backyard baseball, I would often notice Mrs. Cuthbertson sitting on her front porch, levelling a disapproving eye on the neighbourhood comings and goings. One day, unexpectedly, she invited me with a little extra oomph in her manner to come and sit down. A person didn’t say “No thanks.” We got to chatting. I told her I was interested in writing a jazzy brass quartet arrangement of ‘The Saints’ but knew

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Remembering Al Brogden, a mentor from a more collegial era

Sir: Al Brogden passed away recently. I served with him on Sarnia Council in my first term, back in 1997. I was the greenest of green politicians at the time and I sat next to Al up there in the big chairs. When I was about to make a horse’s behind out of myself (a frequent occurrence back then), Al, an experienced council member, would often lean over and offer some

Sir: Are travel companies complicit with the Russian invasion of Ukraine by promoting the sale of holiday packages to Cuba, an ally of Russia? Cuban resort hotels are 51% owned by the communist government (not the Cuban people) and 49% owned by foreign autocratic governments (Russia, China, Venezue-

sage advice to help me out of whatever predicament I was in. Al also had a habit of inviting council members out for a toddy after a meeting. He thought that would

help council members to get to know each other … to let off some steam after sometimes high-pressured council meetings. Provincial laws prohibit this now, but back then, it was useful and Al led that effort. Most of the council would join him over at Ups ‘N Downs or the Drawbridge for a pint or two. It never got out of

hand, we never really discussed the council meetings, no motions were ever made, and the result was a deeper knowledge and understanding of our council mates. I came to understand that each member brought their life experience and attitudes to the table, usually with the best of intentions. In a political job with precious little upside and plenty of downside,

these little social gatherings after council were a highlight for me, and the council role became a bit easier knowing who I was working with. Today, opportunities for council members to understand and empathize with each other are rare, and we are the worse for it. Politics today seems more like a war zone than a collaboration. I never knew Al Brog-

la, among others). Tourist dollars provide a steady cash flow to foreign investors while the Cuban people struggle in extreme poverty under an oppressive communist regime. At peaceful rallies demanding reform, freedom of speech and democracy, dissidents are dragged off to jail sentences.

Yet Canadian tourists continue to fill luxury resorts as funds flow to a corrupt regime currently waging war in Europe. At a recent United Nations resolution to denounce the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Cuba abstained from voting, stating the United States has provided civil unrest among ethnic Russians in

Ukraine. This bit of propaganda supports the rhetoric spoken by China. Cuba’s abrogation of justice at a United Nations assembly furthers their violation of human rights, a hallmark of the authoritarian communist regime. To avoid any further com-

plicity with Russia’s war Second World War. on a free and democratic country, all travel compa— Steve Bright Sarnia nies should suspend the sale of vacations to Cuba until The SarniaJournal conflict in Europe is resolved. LOCAL There were no OPINION holiday flights to Nazi GermaSUBMIT YOUR LETTER HERE: thesarniajournal.ca ny during the

den outside of council. But inside council, he was a hale-fellow-wellmet, a big-hearted guy who always had Sarnia’s best interests at heart. It was a pleasure and an honour to serve on council with him.

— Mike J. Kelch Retired City Councillor Sarnia

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Sir: I am appalled at the tone of the letters to the editor relating to Sarnia’s diversity training program. Without knowing all of the “facts” people are prejudging certain councillors in a very negative way. Let’s look at it from a “cause and effect” relationship. It would appear within this trainings session something happened (cause) that resulted in the training session being terminated (effect). In a cause-and-effect

relationship the cause (unknown at this time) brought forth a very unpopular result (effect). Why some of our councillors reacted in a manner that is now deemed unacceptable is unstated. Did the facilitator bring forth facts or statement that were deemed inappropriate to these well-educated people? And why are some councillors turning on their colleagues with malice? Before we pass judgment

either way we need to know the cause – the actual sequence of events and wording that resulted in the effect we are now prejudging. The mayor needs to step up to the plate and clear this mess up now. Let’s put the facts on the table so that we can all judge the outcome and move on with civility.

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How to clean and organize your car’s trunk and cabin

hen spring arrives, it’s time to put away your winter car accessories, air out your car cabin and thoroughly clean the interior of your vehicle. It’s also the perfect time to consider storage solutions. Here are a few tips. CLEAN After vacuuming the seats and floor mats, remove calcium rings from the carpets and

dust the dashboard and plastic mouldings. If you have leather seats, now is the time to oil them to keep them looking new. Moreover, you should freshen up and remove unpleasant odours from your floor mats using a steamer. If you want sparkling clean windows, wipe the inside in one direction and the outside in the other to ensure you didn’t miss any spots.

ORGANIZE If you want to keep the inside of your vehicle tidy on your next family road trip, fit the seats with practical organizers to store reusable shopping bags, books, tissues, water bottles and more. You can also purchase trunk and sun visor organizers as well as a host of other useful accessories including folding

and hanging bins. In addition, you may want to invest in a few clip-on cup holders to help prevent empty bottles, cans and cups from rolling around on the floor. To find the perfect cleaning products and storage accessories for your car, visit your local stores.

7 things on your car you should check in spring 5. WINDSHIELD WIPERS If applicable, swap your winter wiper blades for summer ones. Additionally, if your windshield wipers are cracked and worn, invest in a new set. 6. BODYWORK After thoroughly washing your vehicle, check for rust. If you notice any corrosion, repair it immediately.

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2. WHERE SHOULD YOU STORE YOUR WINTER TIRES? A. In a cool, dry and dark place B. Outside, under a tarp C. Anywhere 3. HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU CHECK YOUR TIRE PRESSURE? A. Every month B. When you change your tires C. Every time you get gas

4. WHY SHOULD YOU NOT DRIVE WITH WINTER TIRES IN THE SUMMER? A. They have less traction on the road, which increases fuel consumption B. They could burst due to sun exposure C. They have a longer braking distance than summer tires D. All of the above 5. WHAT CAN CAUSE YOUR TIRES TO WEAR OUT PREMATURELY? A. Inadequate tire pressure B. Poor alignment C. Faulty suspension D. All of the above

6. WHAT’S THE RECOMMENDED MINIMUM TIRE TREAD DEPTH? A. 2.4 mm B. 1.6 mm C. 4.8 mm 7. IN WHICH PROVINCES ARE WINTER TIRES MANDATORY? A. Ontario and Manitoba B. Quebec and Ontario C. Quebec and British Columbia

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1. AT WHAT TEMPERATURE DO SUMMER TIRES START TO GRIP THE ROAD? A. 2 C B. 7 C C. 12 C

Choosing the right summer tires

hoosing the right summer tires is just as important as choosing the right winter tires. Because just as winter tires are designed for special conditions, such as driving in heavy snow or on ice, summer tires can be chosen for specific needs as well, including for performance enhancement or wet climates.

their cars and light trucks, but they are most definitely not made for the kind of winters most provinces experience. True summer tires are mostly destined

In Canada, keep in mind that although we can buy summer or all-season tires, the latter is not considered part of the winter tire family. Tire manufacturers generally install all-season tires on

for performance cars.

When choosing a new all-season or summer tire, don’t just look for the cheapest price possible. Try to get the best value for your budget’s dollar. Remember that your life and your passengers’ lives depend upon those four points of contact with the road — a patch of tire that

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Death Notices Death Notices Recent Passings Up To March 29, 2022 D.J. ROBB FUNERAL HOME • •

Tolooel, Azim (Mar 21, 2022) Marsh, Marilyn (Mar 18, 2022)

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Lucan, Robert (Mar 28, 2022) Brown, Isabella (Mar 26, 2022) Barnes, Ronald (Mar 26, 2022) Blain, Sylvia (Mar 25, 2022) White, James (Mar 25, 2022) Nethercott, Nancy (Mar 25, 2022) Robertson, Robert (Mar 24, 2022) Thompson, Ronald (Mar 24, 2022) Holmes, Audrey (Mar 24, 2022) Watson, Tracey (Mar 24, 2022) Vani, Pietro (Mar 23, 2022) White, Julia (Mar 23, 2022) Sparham (Mar 23, 2022) Fera, Leonard (Mar 23, 2022) Love, Betty (Mar 23, 2022) Randall, William (Mar 23, 2022) Hislop, Mary (Mar 21, 2022) McKay, Betty (Mar 19, 2022) MacKenzie, Larry (Mar 19, 2022) Doherty, Gregory (Mar 18, 2022) Tully, Barbara (Mar 18, 2022) Havers, Nancy (Mar 17, 2022) Laudenbach, John (Mar 17, 2022) Darrach, James (Mar 16, 2022) Redick, Myrna (Mar 16, 2022)

The following is a tribute to Marc Roberts, The Journal’s distribution manager and long-time partner, written by his daughter Laura. On Monday, March 28, 2022, my dad passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospice after a difficult journey with bile duct cancer that began on Thanksgiving 2019. He was 58. As with everything, he braved this all with smiles and jokes. He stayed positive, not because he expected a miracle, but because he didn’t see the point in worrying about things he couldn’t fix. His motto for two years was, “It is what it is.” He also loved, “You do the best you can with what you’ve got.” He was (unsurprisingly) beloved by the oncology and palliative nurses, many of whom couldn’t believe how positive he still was. Even in his final weeks, he joked as much as he could with the nurses at the hospice. He didn’t tell many people that he was sick, not because it was a secret, but because he wanted to live as normally as he could for as long as he could. He never wanted people to worry about him or treat him differently. He just wanted to keep working at the Sarnia Journal, a job that he truly loved, for as long as possible, and spend all the time he could with his family. Anyone who knew him could see that the things he valued most in life were family and hard work, in that order. Through this whole experience, he worried and cared about his wife and children more than he ever did himself. Words could never be enough to explain how incredible my dad was, and how much I loved him. He was the bravest person I knew, the strongest person I knew, the smartest person I knew, the funniest person I knew, and much more. All of these things, all at once.

McDOWELL, Ruth "Scottie"

Roberts, Marc (March 28, 2022)

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We are sad to announce the passing of Marc Roberts, a partner and the distribution manager of The Journal. Marc was a trusted colleague, valued friend, and a mentor to generations of carriers during his long and exemplary career. He will be sorely missed by all of us. This information is provided as a community service. For detailed information on the lives lived, please refer to the funeral home website listing.

I am sad to announce that my Mom, Ruth "Scottie" McDowell of 94 years, passed away on March 22, 2022 at Bluewater Health. She is survived by myself, her daughter, Norma Lagacy (Jerry) and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. She was predeceased by my Dad, Claude, and my brother Jack. Sympathy may be expressed through donations to the Cancer Society. There will be no service as per her request.

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I’ll miss him so, so much, as will my brother Jordan, my mom Sue, his sisters Jaclyn and Edyn, and so many more people. Again, nothing I could say measures up to how I feel. He meant the world to us, and I know we meant the world to him too. My dad wrote so thoughtfully about death and grief. It was a part of life that he unfortunately knew well, even when he was a child. I hope he’s with his father, Jack Roberts, who passed when my dad was too young to have very many memories of him; I hope he’s with his cousins Sharon and Howard Roberts, who he and his sisters spent their summers with in Indiana as children; I hope he’s with all of his aunts and uncles, who he loved to share stories about; and his mother-in-law, Dorie Hudak, who was precious to him. Most of all, I hope he’s with his beloved mother, Edythe (Harris) Roberts who (as he told me just last year) he has missed every single day since she passed. I’m comforted to think that he has finally been reunited with her. He has left behind a lot of people who miss him including his wife of 31 years, Susan Roberts (nee Hudak), son Jordan and daughter Laura, sisters Jaclyn and Edyn Roberts and niece Cameron, sister-in-laws, Judy Robinson (John), Cathy Ager, (Martin), and Tom Hudak (Michelle). My dad hated the word “goodbye.” It felt too final to him. So, we never said it. I trust and believe that, not only will we all see him again someday, but that he’ll be with us––my brother, my mom, his sisters, his nieces and nephews––all the time, watching over us and protecting us just as he did when he was alive. I can already feel his strength and humour carrying us all through. Donations can be made to Bluewater Health Palliative Care and St. Joseph’s Hospice. A private service will be held, and a celebration of life announced later.

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(Never known to fail): Oh most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh Star of the Sea, help me and show me you are my Mother, Oh Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (three times). Holy Mary, I place this prayer in your hands (three times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then you must publish it and it will be granted to you. Grateful thanks. R.G.

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BROGDEN, Allan Bruce "Big Al"

It is with sadness, but with comfort and endless fond memories that the family of Al Brogden announces that he passed away at Bluewater Health on Thursday, March 24, 2022 at the age of 80. He was the beloved husband of Lynne (Lichty), dear father of Anastacia, Stephanie, A.J. and Sam, “GrandAl” to Keagan and Lunden, and brother to Bruce and Edward. Al was an international consulting electrical engineer and the founder of A.B. Brogden Ltd. He was also an elected trustee of the Lambton County Board of Education and alderman for the City of Sarnia. Al and friends were instrumental in bringing the Sarnia Sting to town and he was often seen wearing his “Big Al” Sting jersey. Al was an avid skier and golfer, he glided around moguls effortlessly and swung a club with great enthusiasm. He enjoyed flying his Mooney, doing puzzle books, cooking and experimenting with food. Al also enjoyed traveling: a couple of backpacks in the Corvette, he would ask Lynne, “left or right?” At one point they ended up in New Orleans and another, Peggy’s Cove. He loved being on the water and spending time with his family. Al will be sincerely missed. A visitation and celebration of life will be held at the McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre in August, which will be announced at a later date. To honour Al, the family asks that you put on a great hat, a snappy outfit and dance. As an expression of sympathy, you may send memorial donations to your favourite charity or plant something wonderful. Messages of condolence & memories may be left at www.mckenzieblundy.com.

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Remembering my grandson, Ethan who left us suddenly at 10 mos. old to be an Angel April 9, 2018... You will always be my Guardian Angel,

Brother Al Verstraaten Brother of St. Louis dedicated his life selflessly to his religious order and to his community through the St. Vincent de Paul, Big Brothers/Sisters, Boy Scouts, St. Thomas Aquinas Church and as a teacher at St. Patrick’s High School.

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Happy 96th Birthday! Nancy Longo

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Sept 13, 1932 - Mar 28, 2021

Lovingly remembered by wife Shirley, daughters Lori (Ron) Lebel and Lynn (Brad) Kemp, grandchildren Katie Lebel (James), Kelly Lebel (Tom), Olivia Kemp (Simon), Aiden Kemp and great granddaughter Palmer Lowe. A celebration of Butch’s life will be held May 28th from 2pm to 4pm, at the St. Clair Parkway golf course, his home away from home.

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“I know we’ll meet again some sunny day”.

In Loving Memory Of Butch Lennan

With All our Love! Your girls,

Elio De Carolis

Sept. 13, 1932 - Mar. 28, 2021

Lovingly remembered by wife In loving Lori memory a dear husband, father and Shirley, daughters (Ron) of Lebel and Lynn who (Brad) Kemp,one year ago April 5, 2021 nonno passed away grandchildren Katie Lebel (James), Gone is the face we loved so dear, Kelly Lebel (Tom), Olivia Kemp Silent is the voice we loved to hear, (Simon), Aidan Kemp and great Too far away for sight or speech, granddaughter Palmer Lowe. But not too far for thought to reach, A celebration of Butch's life will be Sweet to remember him held May 28th from 2 pm to 4 pm, who at once was here, the St. Clair Parkway golf course, his And who, though absent, home away from home. is just as dear.

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What’s Happening Author Reading Haitian-Canadian-American author Myriam J.A. Chancy will share from her novel, What Storm, What Thunder, and answer questions on Zoom, 5 p.m. Free. Hosted by Rayjon Share Care, The Book Keeper and the Sarnia-Lambton Alliance Against Hate. To register, visit rayjon.org FRIDAY, APRIL 8 Gentle Yoga Twin Bridges offering a slow, gentle yoga program suitable for most abilities. Yoga mat and strap recommended. Fridays until April 29. Held on Zoom. 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. To register, visit www.tbnplc.com

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9 Bake Sale Pies and assorted baking for sale at St. Luke’s United Church, 350 Indian Rd. S., 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more, call 519-344-1781 Euchre Horner/Gibson Memorial Euchre Tournament at Point Edward Service Club, 503 Michigan Ave. Registration 12 p.m., start 1 p.m. $10 entry fee. Includes prizes and light lunch after cards. All welcome. For more, call 519337-9822 after 1 p.m. MONDAY, APRIL 11 Getting Physical West Lambton Community Health Centre holding a virtual presentation on benefits and guidelines of physical activity. 2:30 p.m. For more, contact Rebecca at 519-344-3017, ext. 277

Daughter Penny Granddaughter Natasha Great Granddaughters Alyce, Grace & Taisa And from Heaven: Nene

TUESDAY, APRIL 12 Bluewater Anglers Guest speaker Pete Bothwell discusses spring in-shore fishing for salmon and lake trout at 7:30 p.m. meeting, Point Edward Arena & Community Centre, 210 Monk St. Open to all. Also a “garage sale” of fishing and marine quipment. For more, contact Paul at 519-869-2593 or pheckley@ outlook.com WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13 Concert Sarnia Concert Association presents “Opera, Operetta & Moder Musicals,” featuring mezzo-soprano Julie Nesrallah. The Imperial Theatre, 168 Christina St. N., 7:30 p.m. Tickets $40 adults, $25 students, available at box office. For more, visit www. sarniaconcertassociation.ca THURSDAY, APRIL 14 Genealogy Eunice Robinson, President of the British Columbia Genealogical Society, to speak at a virtual meeting of the Lambton County Branch of Ontario Ancestors. 7 p.m. Free and open to public. For

more, email lambton@ogs.on.ca or visit www.lambton.ogs.on.ca SATURDAY, APRIL 16 Art Exhibit Gallery in the Grove featuring a two-person exhibit, “Down the Rabbit Hole,” with photography by Ann Towell, and “All About Silk” with paintings on silk by Arale Vallely. 2618 Hamilton Rd. Runs until May 7. For gallery hours and information, visit www.galleryinthegrove.com or call 519-869-4643

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Aamjiwnaang adding new multi-sports facility this year TARA JEFFREY THE JOURNAL

new multi-use, outdoor sports facility for Aamjiwnaang First Nation couldn’t come at a better time, said Chief Chris Plain. “We felt that this was much needed, especially after having our indoor gym closed due to COVID-19,” Plain said of the facility, which can accommodate basketball, tennis and volleyball, as well as boards for ball hockey and winter ice

hockey. “It’s an opportunity for the kids to get out, get active, take a break from the video games, and try to encourage healthier lifestyle.” The project, first identified in Aamjiwnaang’s Comprehensive Community Plan and approved by council, is funded by a revenue surplus in the band’s Ontario Lottery and Gaming (OLG) agreement, formerly the Casino Rama agreement. “That’s split amongst all the First Nations in Ontario — 133 ways,” said Plain, noting shares

are based on location and population size. “So we use the majority of it to fund our community centre and we accrue a little bit of surplus each year. There’s five criteria to be able to use that finding, and recreation is one of them.” The new facility will replace an existing basketball court on Tashmoo Avenue near the band office. The twin courts will come with interlocking boards that can create a rink for ball hockey, and bleachers for spectators. “If the weather is cooperative, we could flood it

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and have a skating rink in the winter,” Plain said. Plans are also underway to decommission one of two baseball

diamonds, while upgrading the other. That will make way for construction of a new Child and Family Services building and increased parking in the area, he added.

The band hopes to have the new facility completed in time to host Aamjiwnaang’s Solidarity Day (Canada’s National Aboriginal Day) in June.

Arena’s leaky roof upgraded JOURNAL STAFF

T THE SARNIA STING U12 A/AA hockey team made the championship final at the U12A International Silver Stick Finals tournament in Newmarket, Ont. The team is coached by Ron Page, Shaun Kennedy and Nick Langlois, and managed by Kevin Taylor. Pictured are David Beasley, Luke Bowen, Rhys Davis, Nathan Geddes, Noal Grondin, Ben Graves, Cameron Jolicoeur, Cooper Kennedy, Caden Kreeft, Logan Miller, Ryland Nutma, Nathan Page, Chase Richard, Tayze Scott, Tyson White and Isaac Willemsen. Missing are coach Craig Bulsza, and players Henry Bulsza and Drew Davison. Submitted Photo

Sting launch new community fund

he roof that protects the main ice surface at the Progressive Auto Sales Arena is being replaced this year at a cost of just over $1 million. Sarnia council approved a proposal submitted by Garland/ DBS Canada Inc., with the work to be done by Flynn Canada Ltd. Last year, the section of roof over the restaurant and luxury

suites was replaced at a cost of $500,000. Two more phases are needed to complete the roof replacement work at PASA, proposed as part of the 2023 and 2024 capital

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Wide north-end streets latest placed on ‘road diet’ TARA JEFFREY THE JOURNAL

hanges designed to make speedy drivers slow down are coming to three major north-end roads this year. Indian Road will see the biggest alteration, with its current four lanes reconfigured into a single through lane in each direction, between Michigan Avenue and Lakeshore Road. The “road diet” approved by council will create dedicated lanes for parking and cyclists and result in improved safety and reduced speeds, city staff say. Meanwhile, the intersection of Indian at Errol

Road is getting both permanent curb “bump outs” and a set of traffic lights. The corner, the only one in Sarnia staffed with two crossing guards, has been a concern for years because of its unusual width and difficult turn angle. It’s the first in Sarnia to receive an ‘unwarranted’ traffic signal, based on traffic volume. “Because it’s right by (Errol Road) school, our goal will be to do that construction work during the summer when school is out,” said David Jackson, general manager of engineering and operations. Further to the north, Indian at Cathcart Boulevard will be reconfig-

ured into a mini-roundabout. Meanwhile, the intersection of Cathcart and Murphy Road is also getting curb bump outs and traffic lights, with designated travel and parking lanes added to Cathcart. Work on the two Cathcart Boulevard intersections is expected to begin this fall. “It’s relatively ambitious to get the design and construction completed within a one year timeframe,” said Jackson. “But that’s what we’re working towards and hoping to achieve.” Colborne Road was among the first to get a “road diet” and bike lanes. Early data show an overall reduction in traf-

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