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Someday I’ll wish upon a star
Local woman who
paints stones helps set unusual new World Record
A READER PAUL DOBROVOLSKIS was making dinner earlier this month when a golden light from the setting sun caught his eye. Looking east from the window of his Derby Lane apartment he captured this full rainbow over Sarnia shortly after a passing shower. Paul Dobrovolskis Photo
Mike Hurry leaving Big Brothers as king of the hill
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hough Mike Hurry is saying farewell to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sarnia-Lambton, he isn’t going far. “It’s not like I’m going to disappear,” the retiring executive director said with a laugh. “I’ll still be part of the agency in some capacity. And if they need me, I’m a phone call away.” In fact, the 67-year-old is planning a post-pandemic cycle trip across Canada to raise funds for the agency, which he’s called home for more than 40 years. “I want to leave them in as good as financial shape as I can,” he said, pointing to
incoming executive director Kaylen Burgess, with whom he’s worked closely the past few years to ensure a smooth transition. “I feel really good about her taking over, and my goal is to make sure the agency survives and continues to provide services for kids.” Hurry joined Big Brothers as a caseworker in 1977 before taking over three years later. He steered the youth mentoring agency through a 2011 amalgamation with Big Sisters, and raised hundreds of thousands of dollars through his trademark fundraising treks around the globe. “I certainly have big shoes to fill,” said Burgess, who has been with the agency 12 years. “He’s done a phenomenal job and he’s
leaving a legacy in the community.” Hurry has climbed some of the world’s highest peaks — along with dozens of adventure-seeking Sarnians and board member Dave Hill — first, with a 2009 trip to Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa. “It was the beginning of a really great way to fundraise and connect with people,” Hurry said of his globetrotting adventures which raised $750,000 over the years, and included a 2016 trek to Mount Everest. “There’s something about getting above the clouds, with the storms below you. And you can’t explain why you’re going back… it’s just one of those things you have to do.” Last year, Hurry and Hill were eyeing a fundraising trip
to Mount Denali when the pandemic struck — cancelling $200,000 worth of planned fundraising. Instead, the pair climbed the stairs of an 11-storey apartment building 200 times to duplicate the 20,310foot peak, raising an impressive $53,000. “Sarnia is amazing in its generosity — that’s what always stands out in my mind,” said Hurry. “And that’s what makes this community such a special place.” Over the years, Hurry has been a Big Brother himself to five youth, including Brandon and Jamie, whom he and wife Deb took in as teenagers through a partnership with the Children’s Aid Society, and still live with today. Continued on 3 ∞
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Sarnia woman is part of a Guinness World Record setting event involving painted rocks from around the world. A total of 21,970 hand-painted rocks were gathered by organizers from the Joshua York Legacy Foundation in Baltimore on May 15, setting a new world record for most painted rocks in one place. Eighty-five of the stones came from Kathy Taylor’s backyard studio. She’s been painting bright illustrations on found and donated stones the past four years. “My friends, they all have rock gardens now,” she said with a laugh. Sarnia residents have likely seen her work scattered here and there around town. The stones, which she paints for free, often feature inspirational messages or are personalized to honour a loved one who has died. Families place them near headstones, memorials and gardens. Continued on 3
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Continued from 1 “What it does for them, it does for me too,” she said. “It’s amazing how something so simple can do it.” It all began during a late-night chat with a friend who lost her son to suicide. As they sat, Taylor painted the Superman symbol on a rock and gave it to the family. They loved it, she said. She has painted thousands more since, with the raw material provided to her by property owners across Sarnia-Lambton. The smoother the better, she said. After applying flowers, symbols and landscapes she coats them in resin so they don’t fade outdoors. When the pandemic arrived, she turned her attention to Bluewater Health, painting and placing 700 ladybugs for staff to enjoy when entering and exiting the building. Another 100 stones brighten the hospital’s rooftop
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Continued from 1 “They’ve enhanced our lives in so many ways,” Hurry said of the young men, who went from never having been across the Blue Water Bridge, to travelling the globe and building homes in the slums of Haiti. Jamie, 22, is now a Big Brother himself, sharing a 14-year-old match with Hurry. “So, he has the best of both worlds,” Hurry laughed. “He gets to play videogames with Jamie, but also has this old guy for advice or go canoeing with.
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garden for dementia and Alzheimer patients. “They all smiled. I tried to be the happy person in the pandemic,” Taylor said. The new Guinness World Record was achieved with stones from nine countries and all 50 U.S. states. The bigger goal was bringing awareness to mental health and suicide. The Joshua York Foundation was founded by Joshua’s father William York following his son’s suicide in 2018. Joshua York’s mother died grief-stricken six months later. Taylor sent three shipments. One of her stones painted with a Canadian flag made such an impression on organizers it was placed at the front of all 124 Canadian submissions. The event easily surpassed the previous record of 8,000 stones in one place, organizers said. The assembled rocks will be distributed across the U.S. and placed in random spots to spread a message of hope. “The nice thing about being a Big Brother or Big Sister is it keeps you young and gives you the opportunity to do things you probably wouldn’t do otherwise.” In an interview with the agency, Jamie said the Hurrys have taught him a strong work ethic and ‘how to deal with life.’ “They took a chance and I am so thankful,” he said. “You become who you are around, and I am proud to become more like them.” Brandon is planning to join Hurry on his upcoming cycling tour. Spending more time with family, learning to speak Span-
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ish, and maybe writing a book, are a few things on Hurry’s retirement to-do list. Burgess, meanwhile, is looking forward to continuing his legacy. “I’m certainly ready for it, and looking forward to this next chapter,” said the mother of three, born and raised in St. Clair Township. Meeting the complex needs of youth — especially during a pandemic — has been the biggest challenge, she said. “I just have such a strong belief in what we do… in the results that we get and the relationships that are formed and what it does for youth in our community.
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staff proposal to designate a large tract of land east of Modeland Road for residential housing drew a frosty response from councillors last week. With new projections suggesting Sarnia’s population could grow by 14,000 in the next 30 years, staff say up to 77.7 hectares (192 acres) of city-owned land north and south of the Western Sarnia-Lambton Research Park
should be tagged for future homes. The idea is contained in a new growth management plan created with consultant urbanMetrics. But several councillors pushed back on the concept during the May 17 strategic planning session. Coun. Terry Burrell said re-prioritizing land meant for industrial and commercial development was putting the “cart before the horse.” Mayor Mike Bradley said he was “disappointed” and noted the Research Park lands were
purchased with a long-term plan in mind. “We didn’t buy that land around that Park for a 10 or 20-year vision. It was a 30-to50-year vision, and it was premised on the Park, which has become an enormous success,” he said. “That concerns me a great deal. We didn’t buy this land to be a developer’s dream, just to turn it around and turn it over to develop subdivisions.” The mayor said the property should be saved for the Research Park and for Lambton College, located just across
Highway 40. “I am really concerned and I’ve informed the Research Park board that we need to be very protective of the sale of those lands.” A staff report says the land would be ideal for residential development given its proximity to infrastructure and other subdivisions south of Wellington Road. “We think this is a reasonable opportunity for conversion. It kind of ticks off a number of the key boxes in the consideration of a conversion,” Ron Palmer, a planner with
The Planning Partnership, told council. The report says about 300 hectares of “employment” land already exists for commercial and light industrial, which the city should use before trying to expand its municipal boundary. After years of stagnant and even negative population growth, Sarnia is expected to add 14,000 residents and 8,700 new jobs by 2051, and will require 94 hectares (232 acres) for new housing, according to the consultant report.
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law, and often face verbal abuse for it, said Const. John Sottosanti. “That’s the frustrating point. We’re not there to limit your freedoms… we’re here to ensure the safety of everyone. This is what medical professionals are asking, and this is what the province has put into place, and this is what we’re following.” Tickets are rarely issued at the protests. Instead, officers document those on site and verify their identity later through other means, Sottosan-
ti said. He wouldn’t say how police do that but acknowledged social media plays a role. Facial recognition software is not used in the investigations, he said. “Obviously (the officers) go back and they do their research to make sure they have the right person before they issue tickets.” Ontario’s stay-at-home order is in place until June 2, and could be lifted or extended depending on COVID-19 case numbers and hospitalizations.
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elen Marcy, 94, is one of the thousands of Sarnians who have contracted COVID-19 over the past 15 months. And though she recovered, the virus had such a devastating impact on her moderate dementia that Marcy could no longer live on her own, her daughter says. “Despite our best efforts to protect her from the virus, mom became ill in February,” said Marie Marcy-Smids. “Now we’ve had to move mom in with us because we don’t want to put her in longterm care, and we rely on the Alzheimer Society even more.” The Society provides therapy sessions, support groups, respite services and counselling. There’s also a First Link Care Navigator to help families tap into other services for their loved one. Marcy-Smids wears two hats in this story. She is the daughter of her elderly mom coping with dementia, and she is manager of fund development and communication at the Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton.
“I started my job three years ago, and shortly after my own mom began showing signs of dementia,” she said. Helen Marcy has enjoyed a full life, raised three children and worked for years as head cashier at Sarnia’s Woolco store. She was an extravert. “Mom was always the life of the party,” said Marcy-Smids. Her family suspected something was amiss when Marcy began losing executive functioning. “It was small things at first, like not wanting to open the mail. And there was paranoia that people were taking things like her purse,” her daughter said. Tests confirmed vascular dementia, which affects memory, reasoning and judgment. Though the Alzheimer Society name alludes to one illness, the organization serves clients with a variety of cognitive conditions generally called dementia. The pandemic has made things so much worse for families, said Marcy-Smids. “Our client list is going off the rails. People living with it were already isolated. Now they can’t go out and they can’t understand why not. “That creates a lot of anxiety,
so we have a lot more people turning to us with extreme scenarios. We are maxed out.” Sarnia-Lambton has an estimated 3,000 people with dementia. About 900 of them are local Alzheimer Society clients, and until more funding is available most programs are running at capacity. The society’s 21 staff members regularly work late into the night to keep up, said Marcy-Smids. A day program currently providing activities for dementia clients twice weekly could easily be running five days a week, she said. “There’s no doubt we need more ongoing sustainable funding.” About 60% of the budget comes from the province; the rest requires fundraising. The Walk for Alzheimer’s is taking place through May, tickets are on sale for a kitchen makeover, and the agency has teamed up with Bad Dog Bar & Grill for a Father’s Day special to celebrate your “Dad Dog.” For more, visit www.alzheimer.ca/sarnialambton or call 519-332-4444.
MARIE MARCY-SMIDS AND her mom Helen Marcy. Submitted Photo
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Vandalism of Cenotaph soldier an insult to community PHIL EGAN & MARY-JANE EGAN
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t was a stinging slap in the face to the memories of all who have answered Canada’s call to arms. What’s more, it desecrated the sacrifice of Sarnia’s fallen soldiers, sailors and airmen whose names, in the hundreds, are recorded on the Cenotaph in Veterans Park. Sarnia Mayor Mike Bradley spoke of “sadness and outrage” after vandals pried the rifle of the First World War statue, known as “Tommy,” on April 6. The bronze soldier has stood sentinel over what Bradley called “this Hallowed ground” since 1922. Royal Canadian Legion Vice President Les Jones, a former police officer and veteran of the First Battalion Royal Canadian Regiment, said it was “incomprehensible” someone could commit such a thoughtless crime against “an empty tomb honouring our brave men and women.” When John Swart learned the metal gun had been stolen,
however, he knew his members would spring into action. Swart, president of the Sarnia-Lambton Building Construction and Trades Council, said his members were appalled at the disrespect shown Canada’s war vets. His 7,000-member Council is part of a national campaign known as ‘Helmets to Hardhats,’ which recruits veterans to construction apprentice trades once they’ve completed their service. So the desecration of Tommy hit a nerve. The members, who represent all construction trades from operating engineers to insulators and laborers, are raising money to cover the restoration cost. It’s hoped the latest estimate of $15,000 to remove, repair and replace the statue can be reduced through a Council member crane operator doing the job. “I can’t speak for all contractors, but I’m hoping volunteers and companies will come to the plate and help us out,” said Swart. He has support from Mayor Bradley, who pledged city as-
sistance with permits and road closures, as well as Bluewater Power, if hydro lines are in the way. The work is expected to begin this summer. Project Manager Tom Klaasen, of Memorial Restorations, Inc. and acting for the Sarnia Historical Society, said a 3-D image of a First World War Lee Enfield rifle will be used to produce a rendering for casting. The bronze alloy replica rifle will then be securely added to the refurbished Tommy. Repairing the vandalized statue is part of an overall restoration of the Cenotaph being done by the Sarnia Historical Society in tandem with the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 62. A rededication is planned for later this year. Anyone wishing to contribute to the Cenotaph restoration can contact Cory Burke, president of the Sarnia Historical Society, by email at cory@sarniahistoricalsociety.com.
THE BRONZE SOLDIER, known as "Tommy," has adorned Sarnia's Cenotaph since 1922. Sarnia Police photo
Canada not backing down on threat to Line 5 pipeline SEAMUS O’REGAN JR. & MIKE BRADLEY
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anadians will not be left out in the cold. The heating of Canadian homes, the flying of Canadian jets, the operation of Canadian refineries, and the protection of our environment are non-negotiable. Tens of thousands of Sarnians work at the petrochemical complex and refineries in the region and depend on Line 5 for their livelihoods. Their jobs and the jobs of other Canadian workers are non-negotiable. Canada is defending our energy security, our jobs, our environment, and our economic prosperity. The Government of Canada has filed an amicus curiae brief
in the ongoing court proceedings in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan. We’re pursuing a ‘Team Canada’ approach - across party lines including labour and the building trades - that leaves no stone unturned. Together we’re looking at all our options and stand ready with more at our disposal. We remain hopeful Enbridge and the State of Michigan will be able to find a local solution - one that maintains energy security for both Canada and the United States. Protecting the environment and our waterways is of international importance. This is especially true of the Great Lakes, which we have long worked in partnership with the United States to protect through the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement and the International
Joint Commission. Line 5 has safely and reliably delivered energy to the Great Lakes Region for 68 years, with zero spill incidents in the Straits of Mackinac. Of course, infrastructure is something that requires continuous improvement and Line 5 is no exception. Enbridge has taken several steps to improve the safety of Line 5 over the years, including having highly trained staff monitor the line on a 24/7 basis, using sophisticated monitoring systems. The Great Lakes Tunnel Project makes this safe pipeline even safer: Enbridge will replace Line 5 with a pipeline housed in a concrete tunnel and buried under the lakebed. It’s a project designed to enhance protection for the Great Lakes – precisely what the State of Michigan is
seeking. Sarnians have faced a challenging year with a pandemic that changed everything and now, uncertainty over supply chains and delivery systems. Line 5 is a critical energy and economic link between Canada and the United States. Demand for the over 540,000 barrels of oil per day it transports won’t just disappear if the pipeline is shutdown. The energy products will still get to market, but they will need to be on rail, on truck, and marine transport. These options are less safe, higher emitting, and more expensive. Enbridge’s Line 5 is the safest, lowest-emitting, and most cost-effective way to get our energy products to market. We are united in ensuring its
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What Sarnia really needs is a better financial deal with county
Sir: At Sarnia’s Strategic Planning Session on May 17 Coun. Mike Stark questioned whether city taxpayers would be willing to pay another $20 million a year in tax dollars to fix infrastructure problems. So Coun. Stark essen-
tially wants each homeowner to pay on average
about $1,000 more in taxes each year? That would give Sarnia one of the highest property tax rates in Ontario. Sarnia already has the second highest tax rate in Lambton County. As I have presented to city council in 2018, 2019
and 2020, I believe the reason Sarnia is behind on its asset management requirements is the inequitable deal it currently has with the County of Lambton. Basically, we give them too much money for the services we receive.
I implore Sarnia council to get the money back to where it belongs –spent on municipal assets and supporting staff in their effort to complete capital projects successfully and on budget. I am confident I speak for most Sarnia taxpayers
when I say NO WAY to a $20 million tax increase! Time for all Sarnia politicians to sharpen your pencils and fix these inequities. — Susan MacFarlane Sarnia
Sir: The Lambton Kent District School Board is keeping up. Board business superintendent Brian McKay, in discussing the new $5.4-million artificial turf sports field at Great Lakes Secondary School, said, “Many other school boards have done this.” Apparently, real grass is a no-no. Included in the cost is a synthetic sur-
faced eight-lane running track plus other areas for additional track and field events and a grass soccer field. More than a few mature trees were butchered to make it happen. Not to worry, new trees will be planted, though it will take a generation to see if they survive. Add this mini-Pan Am Games project to
the $24.5 million cost of refurbishing the building, and you get $29.9 million. Not to worry, the building includes a $10.1-million, 586-seat theatre with a 2,828 square-foot stage. Wowzirs! The former SCITS auditorium had 860 seats and kicked back $70,000 to the school and board each year. Will this
$10.1-million showplace match that? Great Lakes has an enrollment of 900. Divide $30 million by 900 (this is long division) and you get a cost of $33,333 per student. How many could do that calculation without their phone?
Sir: A councillor in the Town of Essex recently tweeted about COVID-19 by using a Trumpian expression. The wording he used refers to the country of origin of this pandemic.
The town’s integrity commissioner called for him to delete the tweet, make a formal apology, and attend a diversity training session. It looks like the reputation of the country of origin must be
protected. On the other hand, COVID-19 "variants" are always mentioned as the U.K., South African, Brazilian, etc. versions. How come the reputations of these countries
do not merit protection? This appears to be a double standard.
Climate action needed Cost of refurbished Great Lakes school climbs again
Sir: It has been almost two years since Sarnia city council declared a climate emergency. To date, the city has been in planning mode. City Hall staff are now at the stage of presenting a Climate Adaptation Plan to council on May 31. It’s crucial the voice of citizens be heard during this meeting and beyond. A Climate Adaptation Plan details how Sarnia will adapt to the effects of climate change. What about the mitigation side of the coin to reduce our carbon footprint? Many Canadian municipalities focus on both mitigation and adaptation efforts and have set a goal
to transition to NetZero. Climate Action Sarnia-Lambton (CASL) stands ready to support action. We encourage citizens to attend the May 31st council meeting by subscribing to the meeting feature. In June, our community will be invited to use the Speak-Up Sarnia platform to share their hopes and concerns. Together, let’s ensure 2021 is the year our community moves to implementation to generate both climate mitigation and adaptation results.
— Allan McKeown Sarnia
Seeking victory on the cellulose scourge
Sir: In the war against trees, Lambton County is winning! The latest victories (that I know of, at least. I'm sure there are more recent conquests) can be witnessed along Highway 402 where more of these erosion-preventing, water-table-maintaining, habitat-providing, carbon-fixing, oxygen-spewing monsters have been vanquished! They lie heaped, like so many corpses, pointlessly greening up for spring with the pitiable bit of sap left in their veins. They don't even know they're
dead yet - so hilarious! We can take comfort in knowing that Lambton is doing more than its part. Armed with gutless 'protection' bylaws, zero enforcement, and backed by a province that respects the environment about as much as Stalin respected human rights, the final solution is in sight. Every year there is less and less tree coverage, and surely it will be sooner than later that Lambton will declare final victory over this cellulose scourge! — Bob Graham Sarnia
— Ed Williamson Sarnia
Country of origin an interesting double standard
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Musicians begin Townhall Revival with a new Back Porch
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Porch set the tone for more songs the group wrote over the past year on Zoom. What started as a little assistance from the guys on an EP Coltman was working on morphed into a full-on collaboration with Tyler Smith on drums, Braden Ruckle on guitar and Mason Stewart on bass. “I was just at the right place at the right time,” said Coltman. That says a lot, given the challenge of forming a band with original tunes during a pandemic. The songs were written online, with the four musicians recording their parts separately in home studios and sending them to Stewart to mix. CALL TODAY Townhall Revival was 519-331-6136 invited to create a muOffering lawn services & more sic video to go with Back Book Now for Spring! Porch which, as Coltman Over a decade of experience, visit: www.bladelawn.ca explains, is a song about the journey of getting older and raising a family. Audio-visual tech Jason Green at PA Shop Productions in London recorded Store & Studio the band playing in a huge SIGN UP FOR space that allowed for physiLESSONS NOW! cal distancing. 115 Mitton St S. • 519-344-2319
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who laid down a mix of organ and keys for the song. By late last year, it was clear that Smith, Ruckle, Stewart and Coltman were enjoying the collaboration and wanted to form a rock band. The tricky job of finding a name fell to Stewart who was inspired as he drove to rehearsal one day. “I was passing an old townhall and thought about how these are buildings where good healthy debate and open discussion is encouraged. That’s what we want in our band. “It’s foolish to say a band is a democracy but, at the end of the
day, everyone gets a say. This is a band where we all write together. It’s awesome.” He added “Revival” to signify this band is bringing something “more fresh and exciting” to the stage. “Besides, it has a nice ring to it,” said Stewart. The members of Townhall Revival look forward to a time when they can play their first live gig. Until then, they’re looking to release more singles after Back Porch. The Arts Journal is about Sarnia’s cultural and entertainment life. Send your ideas to cathy.dobson@thesarniajournal.ca. Need a reliable bookkeeper to help you on your financial endeavors?
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New addiction treatment facility offering families hope CATHY DOBSON THE JOURNAL
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It’s hoped Ryan’s House will be a stepping stone to a longer-term rehabilitation program, like that offered by Westover Treatment Centre in Thamesville. “We know five days in a withdrawal management program isn’t enough to firm up a plan,” said Reaume-Zimmer, speaking at a meeting of the Golden K
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ans of barbecue won’t have to leave their cars this year to get a fill of mouth-watering rib and chicken, say organizers of the Sarnia Kinsmen Ribfest. The 22nd annual event will feature three different “ribbers” and at least one fry truck when the Lambton College parking lot is transformed into a giant drive-thru June 18-20. “The health department approved it before we did anything, said event chair Jack Struck. “We’re following the COVID-19 rules to the T. We did a lot of research, and once we had all the answers to all the questions the club said, “Let’s go for it.’” Cars will line up at the London Road entrance before orders are placed on-site. Volunteers will deliver meals to the cars, and patrons can either take them home or visit one of 40 separate 10x10-foot tents set up onsite for individual families, he said. Soft drinks and bottled water will also be available at the Father’s Day weekend event.
But the pandemic meant cancelling the usual mingling and live entertainment, Struck said. Money raised at the Kinsmen Ribfest benefits more than 30 local charities, including the Santa Claus and Canada Day parades. Last year, Ribfest and Canada Day festivities were both scrubbed because of COVID-19. But a drive-thru Santa Claus parade in December was a big success and raised more than $18,000 in donations, nonperishable food and teddy bears, the Kinsmen said. Among those to benefit from that generosity were the St. Vincent de Paul, Inn of the Good Shepherd, Salvation Army and River City Sanctuary. “Over the years the Kinsmen have raised over $1 million dollars for our community and supported many local initiatives.” said Vicky Praill, special events co-ordinator at Tourism Sarnia Lambton. “With the continued support from our community, sponsors and the thousands of visitors that attend each year; they will continue to give back.” Stuck said the club has received many more re-
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New local resource available to help prevent suicide TARA JEFFREY THE JOURNAL
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ommunity leaders hope a new resource for dealing with suicide will spark conversation and draw attention to local supports available for those struggling. “If you never mention the word ‘suicide’ no one is going to talk about it,” said Sharon Barry Ross, a longtime member of the Sarnia Lambton Sui-
cide Prevention Committee. “It’s still really hard for people. You can walk into the doctor’s office and say, ‘My back hurts,’ but it’s not easy for people to say, ‘You know what? I’m really sad.’” Committee members have partnered with a number of agencies and organizations on a new protocol to provide consistent information to help local residents of all ages navigate the mental health system as
it relates to suicide. The document contains the most up-todate mental health and emergency resources locally, as well as tips on supporting someone who is suicidal, what happens at the hospital, and what supports are available when suicide does occur. “We just wanted to touch on a few of those topics in there — grief, self-care — the role that
Victim Services plays as well,” said Barry Ross, pointing to the Victim Quick Response Program, which funds Tragic Circumstance Assistance to assist with the cost of cleanup in the immediate aftermath of a suicide. “We’re also trying to bring to light a lot of those new resources.” She pointed to local grief programs like
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In which city was the TV show 1.“Cheers” set? . ASICS Ltd, one of the leaders 8 in the production of sports shoes . Formerly named the Sarnia and apparel, was founded in what 2teamBraves, Sarnia’s AAA baseball country? is now called the Sarnia what? . Approximately how many sec. “A long time ago in a galaxy far 9 it take an individual 3away” was the catchphrase for bloodondscelldoesto make a complete circuit what movie?
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. Sarnia Sting’s Ben Gaudreau 4Canada played what position in helping . The American travel writer win gold recently at the 10 Richard Halliburton paid a toll U-18 World Hockey Championship? of 36 cents in 1928 to swim through
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SHARPE, Marion Isabel August 12, 1930 – May 16, 2021 A Creative and Caring Soul.
Passed away peacefully at Marshall Gowland Manor in her 91st year with her family at her side. Marion was born in Portneuf, Quebec to parents Mary (nee Adcock) and George Ableson. Marion is predeceased by her parents and siblings: Evelyn (Walter) Mueller, Luella (Harold) Ferguson and Robert (Viola) Ableson. Marion lost her loving husband Derek (Derrick) Sharpe on May 8, 2021 – they were blessed to enjoy 67 years of being together in marriage. Outstanding mother to Michael (Sally), Brian (Joanne), Donna and Stephen (Kelly). Loving and caring Grandma to Matthew (Elaine), Diana (Luis), Justin (Mary-Lynne), Victoria (Alex) and Ian; Great Grandma to Madeline and Solomon; Julia and Emma; Anna Belle, Claire, Sadie and Etta. Marion was a proud graduate from the Montreal General Hospital Nursing program – class of 1952. She loved participating in the reunions to renew her friendships. Barbro Vice and Zora Keddie (predeceased) were lifelong friends that extended well beyond their nursing roots. Marion had a successful and rewarding nursing career – both in Quebec and Sarnia. Prior to her retirement, Marion was the Head Nurse at Carruthers Clinic in Sarnia. Marion and Derek “travelled the world” and enjoyed experiencing many places together as well as with family and friends. Like her mother, Marion was artistic and creative; this passion encompassed quilting, water & oil painting, sewing, needlepoint, knitting and gardening. Portneuf Quebec and her family home remained Marion’s forever “special place”. From her warm, compassionate foundation, Marion had a special bond with her brother Bob and cousins Kenny Lee and Lucille Bradshaw (all predeceased), among others. Marion’s true passion was her family and the incredible bond with her grandchildren. While Marion’s passing represents the end of a generation within the Ableson/Ferguson/Sharpe families, Marion’s positive and caring attitude has enabled the future generations to be on solid footing. Marshall Gowland Manor (MGM) was Marion’s home for the last 5 years where she received excellent care. She appreciated and enjoyed the view from her room as well as the gardens and birds. The family would like to thank the full MGM team for the care provided. A future event to recognize and celebrate Marion and Derek's lives will be held – once it is safer to do so. Donations to the Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. The arrangements are entrusted to the D. J. Robb Funeral Home & Cremation Centre (102 N. Victoria St, Sarnia, ON, N7T 5W9). Memories and messages of condolence may be sent through www.djrobb.on.ca
MACKENZIE, Donald Charles
Donald Charles MacKenzie (Dad, Grandpa, Don, Donnie) died peacefully in Sarnia in Vision Long Term Care on May 6, 2021 at the age of 76. Don’s entire family was able to spend time with him in his final hours, something they will be eternally grateful for. Beloved long-time fiancé of Susan Ward. Don was loving father of Chuck MacKenzie and Kathy (Brent) Starr. He was the whisker rubbing Grandfather to Emilee, Brandon, Britney, Kaitlyn and Nathan Starr. Beloved Big brother to Brian (Anita) MacKenzie. Special friend to Susan’s sons, Benjamin and Jonathan Hyatt. Incredible friend to Jim Smith and "Constable" Don Piggott. Don was born on April 26, 1945 in St. Thomas, Ontario to Donald and Lillian MacKenzie. He had a long career as an employee of Polysar rising to Day Foreman of Butyl II, receiving awards of excellence of which we were all very proud. Don was particularly proud of the design work he did on Polysar's Butyl II plant. He would work many long days through the summer, followed by long stretches at the cottage. Don was a long time member of the Aylen Lake community, where he became a handyman, building the family cottage from the ground up with the help of his family. He tried to pass these skills on to his children (and son-in-law) and would have loved to pass them on to his grandchildren. Don was a thrill seeker when it came to pulling people behind the boat, he may have invented cracking the whip! As a father he was much more of a gentle giant. He was also a known community member at Bluewater Country where he lived
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SHARPE, Derek (Derrick) Michael April 9, 1929 – May 8, 2021 A life well lived
Derrick passed away peacefully at Bluewater Health with his family by his side. He was born in Parry Sound, Ontario to parents Anne (nee McNiven) and Douglas Sharpe and is survived by his loving wife Marion (nee Ableson) of 67 years. Much loved father to Michael (Sally), Brian (Joanne), Donna and Stephen (Kelly), a loving Granddad to Matthew (Elaine), Diana (Luis), Justin (Mary-Lynne), Victoria (Alex) and Ian and the Great Granddad to Madeline, Solomon, Julia, Emma, Anna Belle, Claire, Sadie and Etta. He was proud to be called ‘Uncle Derek’ by the Ableson and Ferguson families. Derek valued relationships with friends, especially the one he enjoyed with Ray Keddie. Like his father, Derek was a long-term employee of CIL Inc., and his career encompassed work at both McMasterville Explosives and Lambton Works. Derek enjoyed a rewarding retirement in excess of 34 years. He had a deep and rewarding relationship with each of his grandchildren – each defined by its own special characteristics. Other pursuits included: vacation trips, travel with family & friends, family tree genealogy, gardening, bridge, computers and golfing. Derek always loved sharing conversations, stories and good times with Marion, family and friends. His sense of humour and interest in people stood out through these interactions.
At age 92, Derek was independent in his own home – where he lived for 55 plus years. Derek also lived in Brazil and McMasterville, Quebec. Derek was very appreciative for the support and care provided by his daughter Donna, neighbors, and PSWs Sheila and Helda. The family would like to thank the healthcare team at Bluewater Health for the care provided over recent years - a special thank you to the 4th floor General Medical and Palliative Care teams for the very kind and compassionate care both our father and family received. A future event to recognize and celebrate Derek's life will be held – once it is safer to do so. Donations to Bluewater Health Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. The arrangements are entrusted to the D. J. Robb Funeral Home & Cremation Centre (102 N. Victoria St, Sarnia, ON, N7T 5W9). Memories and messages of condolence may be sent through www.djrobb.on.ca in recent years. Through Don and Susan’s years together, over a decade and a half, they enjoyed life with gratitude to God for having found one another. Susan and the boys will have many wonderful memories to cherish of events and trips with their Donnie Mack, including Cocoa Beach, Brevard Community College’s Planetarium, air-boating with the alligators, and 360 degrees of fireworks on New Year’s Eve at Walt Disney World. We want to give thanks to all the staff at Vision Long Term Care who loved and cared for Don, especially when we couldn't be there. Don has suffered multiple health issues for many years, and is now at peace. He will be laid to rest where he worked the hardest, building a sanctuary for his children, grandchildren and hopefully many generations to come. The best Christmas present we ever received was the gift of life when he received a donor kidney on Christmas Eve, which allowed him to be with us another ten years. In lieu of flowers, Don’s family is asking you to please fill out your Organ donation. Over 1,600 Ontarians are currently waiting for organ transplants, and only 35% of Ontarians are registered to donate. Donating your organ tissue can save up to 8 lives. Register today at https:// www.beadonor.ca Donations can also be made to Diabetes Canada or the Kidney Foundation. Cremation had taken place. Arrangements entrusted to the McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre Ltd. (519-344-3131). Messages of condolence and memories may be left at www.mckenzieblundy.com
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A drive-by 80th birthday parade is being held Tuesday, June 1 in Canatara Park for Joe Hamilton, the longest-served assisted living client at Community Living SarniaLambton. All welcome to meet at the Animal Farm at 12 noon, and Joe will be waiting in the park.
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Facts and Chat Strangway Centre and Alzheimer Society holding a virtual “Facts and Chat” seminar on how to distinguish normal memory loss from signs of Dementia. 1 p.m. Free. Register by May 25 at www.sarnia.ca or 519-332-0330, ext. 3131 Gallery in the Grove Gallery in the Grove's annual “Fast Forward” Lambton County Senior High School Exhibition runs until June 5. To view the exhibit, visit www. galleryinthegrove.com Pasta Fest Pasta Fest dinner includes focaccia bread, salad, penne pasta and meatballs. $15 per order. Dante Club, 1330 London Rd., reserved pick up time between 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. In support of the local Kidney Foundation. To order, contact 519-3443462, 519-339-6603 or elaine.hayter@kidney.ca FRIDAY, MAY 28 Plant Sale The 13th annual Degroot’s/Rayjon Plant Sale will be held from May 28 to May 30. Dipladenias for sale, $25 each. 1840 London Line, Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Curbside pickup available. For more, call 519-381-5929 Escape Ladders Fundraiser in support of at Heaven’s Wildlife Rescue, featuring locally made wooden animal escape ladders that allow wildlife trapped in window wells to safely climb out. $20 each. Various lengths available. Email Debbie lars.oursblanc@cogeco.ca
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TUESDAY, JUNE 1 Opening Doors West Lambton Community Health Centre holding a healthy lifestyle program for individuals living with mental illness or seeking mental health support. For information, call 519-344-3017, ext. 277 Cooking with Chris Cook alongside a Registered Dietitian at Twin Bridges NPLC’s “Cooking with Chris: Chickpea Brownies.” Held on Zoom, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. To register, visit www.tbnplc. com
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arnia’s first family of weightlifting is headed to the Olympics. Boady Santavy punched his ticket to Tokyo after winning silver at the Pan American senior weightlifting championships last month in the Dominican Republic. The 23-year-old lifted 181 kilograms in the snatch event to break both the Pan Am and Commonwealth Games records. He also hoisted 208 kg in the clean and jerk for a total of 389 kg, and a personal best in competition in the 96 kg class. “I was pretty excited,” said Santavy. “It was good to get it on an international stage too because it’s been over a year since I’ve competed.” Joining Santavy in Japan will be father and coach Dalas Santavy. The former World Championship competitor is a coach with Canada’s weightlift-
ing squad. Boady Santavy said words couldn’t describe what he felt upon qualifying for the Olympics. His accomplishment follows in the footsteps of grandfather Bob Santavy, who competed at the 1968 and 1976 Games. “It is a dream come true,” Santavy said. “It’s been something I wanted my whole life and now it’s here. I’m just excited to start training hard for the Olympics now. It’s gotime.” Boady Santavy won silver at the 2019 Pan American Games, a silver and bronze at the Pan American Championships in 2020 and 2019 respectively, and a silver at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. He trains full-time at the family’s private gym. Father Dalas said his son’s status as a high-performance athlete allowed him to continue training at gyms in Toronto and Niagara Falls during the pandemic. “Just to get out of the city… it breaks the monotony up,”
said his father. “We can’t leave the country but we can get out of the norm.” And dad likes his son’s chances. “He’s a definite medal threat,” Dalas said. Boady Santavy said his toughest competitors are also his closest friends. “A lot of them I’ve been competing against since I was a young guy. We see each other all the time,” he said. “Friends around the world, it’s like a big family,” his father added. The lifters to beat at the Olympics come from Qatar, Georgia and Columbia, Santavy explained. But he’s unsure how many will arrive in Tokyo given the varying lockdown situations around the world. Some Canadian weightlifters are also still unconfirmed for Tokyo, Dalas Santavy noted. Boady Santavy said he’s feeling confident and focused on training. “I’m in good shape right now, but I’m going to do every-
Collegiate grad said in a school interview. The 6-foot guard played for Saskatchewan from 2014-16 after being instructed by Sarnia basketball coach John Thrasher. She went on to become a two-time Canada West AllStar, a U SPORTS First Team All-Cana-
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SARNIA WEIGHTLIFTER BOADY Santavy is representing Canada at the Summer Olympics in Tokyo. Submitted Photo
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