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> Curl For Kids Sake nets Big Brothers Big Sisters more than $40,000/ Pg 4 > McNally House gets fundraising boost Pg 8 > Pumpkin event sets Grimsby park aglow Page 10 > Village of Hope fundraisers in motion Pg 15 Thursday, November 9, 2023 Vol. 12 Issue 27

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Hamming it up at the Grimsby FireFighter Association’s annual turkey roll at the Peach King Centre were: (L-R) Wendy Watson, Rosemary Munaro, Lynn Wepf, Chris Tatarnic, Barb Tatarnic, Laura Durrant and Alicia Livermore. It was the first time since 2019 the event was hosted and the hall was packed. For more coverage, please turn to Page 6. McDonald – Photo

West Lincoln council first to hear governance update Grimsby & Lincoln follow review of tri-council shared services think-tank session By Mike Williscraft NewsNow West Lincoln is the first Niagara West municipality to take the next proactive step in preparing for any provincial push to governance or shared services change, but others will immediately follow. A special meeting of council was held Monday - while Grimsby followed Tuesday and Lincoln on Wednesday - to review and comment on a summary report by consultant Tim Dobbie, who coordinated the first tri-council meeting held Aug. 9 prior to an expected announcement of a facilitator to shepherd governance changes.

At the time, it was made clear the session was being staged as an educational session to get all elected officials on the same page and no votes or decisions would be made. Despite that, someone has lodged a complaint with Ontario’s Ombudsman. “Let me start by saying there has been a complaint lodged about whether or not the meeting should have been held in camera or not. I am not an expert on that, but I was at the meeting,” said Dobbie. “Those of you who were there, we purposefully had three separate tables. You could not hear what was being said at one table from the

other two. The idea was we were there for education. We were not there for trying to get you to make a decision. The things I am going to tell you tonight are the things that I saw as common comments, but there were no votes. There was nothing (decisions) taken.” During questions after the presentation, Coun. William Reilly questioned the decision to host the tri-council meeting in camera and that the meeting was held at all. “I feel a little blindsided by this because at no point was this something that we were mandated to do,” said Reilly, who did not attend the meeting. See TRI-COUNCIL, Page 3

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From Page 1 Mayor Cheryl Ganann cut Reilly off at that point. Earlier Ganann had reviewed how the meeting came about by noting Niagara West mayors and CAOs met to review “what ifs” once the facilitator was in place. All agreed it was important no council should hear items ahead of others and no CAOs should appear to be taking the lead, hence the need for the joint session. As well, she said, the meeting was “as neutral as we could possibly make it” with an external facilitator brought in because nobody knew what topics would be covered or if conversation would be respectful or “fire and brimstone”. To Reilly’s comment, Ganann said, “This was not mandated. It was a call for a special meeting, a tri-council meeting, by the three mayors who made the call – backed up by the clerks and CAOs. It started in open (session). It moved into confidential appropriately for training purposes,” said Ganann, adding there was “nothing nefarious” about it. Generally, Reilly agreed, but noted he was simply concerned about the procedural aspects of the meeting. There were 14 points in Dobbie’s meeting summary: Summary of comments 1. There appears to be interest with respect to considering a governance alternative that can be provided to the Province of Ontario should the province consider governance changes. 2. There appears to be some cost savings that would be available with the development of a single municipality - Niagara West made up of Grimsby, West Lincoln, and Lincoln. 3. There appears to be some thinking that the three municipalities would fit within the hundred thousand population mark, with rural and urban areas. This would increase the possibility of significant financial benefits in service delivery costs and potentially more clout with the Region and

the Province. 4. Consideration would be given to keeping the number of Councillors, as reducing the number would have residents thinking that the public have less public representation. 5. Need to consider what this means to the Region. It would be likely that the Region would continue to be a service delivery organization. Some comments were made regarding dissolving the Region completely. 6. Many issues need to be resolved as this option of a new single tier municipality is considered. We need to consider how we share costs. 7. Some favoured the notion of one municipality with fewer Councillors and some regional services as public works, planning, finance and public health. 8. If we amalgamate our communities, we should consider picking up the best from each area and build one great municipality. 9. Social and political decisions should be at the local level closest to the people we serve. This would allow our new municipality to control our own destiny. 10. Creating a larger community could improve the area’s economic development and could bring community growth to our larger municipality of Niagara West. 11. Possible governance of West Niagara would be a logical fit as there are already shared services to be built on. 12. It is better to propose what we would want rather than have it decided for us. Would like to see the money stay in the new community. 13. Would like to see joint communication by the three municipalities. 14. There were comments by some that they hope the Province of Ontario will develop a good process for this governance change to be implemented and that they will listen to the local communities. West Lincoln Reg. Coun. Albert Witteveen, who did not attend

News Now • Thursday, November 9, 2023 • Page 3 the tri-council meeting, as regionFor Coun. Jason Trombetta, he al councillors were not invited to is concerned about the process’s attend, said the summary made optics. sense to him. “The way it is looking is the west “It’s interesting to hear the col- is championing this. I don’t want it lection of thoughts presented this to look like this is something the way as a starting point. To hear west is pushing on all of Niagara that from three municipalities, the Region,” said Trombetta. thought process that was in that Dobbie noted the same major room that day - and it’s not far off governance discussions are going from my thought process, either - I on in other lower tier Niagara muthink there is a common thought nicipalities. out there.” Trombetta persisted. PUBLIC HEARINGS “With this, I don’t want to be Dobbie outlined a major update known through the public’s eye, in the process by telling council a that West Lincoln is championing round of public hearings regarding this by any means. This is somepossible governance changes has thing that is going to be a drastic started. change for all of Niagara Region,” He said meetings are being Trombetta said. planned for Durham Region, York “I value myself on that sort of Region, Simcoe County, Halton ‘mom and pop’ community and Region, Waterloo Region and Ni- I don’t want to lose that sense of agara Region, but no dates have community.” been announced as yet, other than Coun. Joann Chechalk said the Simcoe, which hosted a meeting process, while imperfect, was reon Monday, too. quired. He added that each region will “I commend everyone who was have two public meetings. there. I think the leadership of Mr. “If the three municipalities want Dobbie’s firm and that no decito put in an option, that’s where sions were made (at the tri-counyou should make that presenta- cil meeting), it’s unfortunate that tion,” suggested Dobbie. we made people feel that they West Lincoln CAO Bev Hendry were either excluded or there was said Niagara’s CAOs have had something there,” said Chechalk. ongoing discussions about govCoun. Mike Rehner had some ernance matters with many items concerns about the tri-council being tabled, some of which in- meeting and about possible financluded: cial obligations to Dobbie, but his • water/waste water single tier main worry was that he believes approach Niagara West’s planning has put • amalgamating building inspecthe communities in a weakened tion services to address recruitstate to deal with the provincial ment challenges government. • lower tier municipalities piggy “Knowing how our Premier backing on Niagara Region’s pro(Doug Ford) works, he likes the curement process tough guy with the hammer down • participation in West Niagara’s approach,” said Rehner. Emergency Management Plan, “The Greenbelt people have and; proven, relentlessly, that they • West Lincoln and Grimsby don’t give up and he finally had libraries consideration of shared to back down...This gives Ford the services. idea we are weak and working on While at several points Ganann something to be proposed. To me outlined the reasoning behind how this was a sign of weakness...inthe process was constructed and stead of doing a stance like the the need for all council members Greenbelt people did.” Dobbie said as soon as he finds to be up to speed to deal with expected provincial pressures, some out the schedule of upcoming public hearings, he will pass it on. councillors still had concerns.

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Curl for Kids Sake tops $40,000 for BBBS

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year,” said BBBS executive director Erin Graybiel. “West Niagara BBBS supports 100 or more children and youth in programs, including community based 1-1, in-school 1-1 and in-school groups.” Across Niagara more than 300 children and youth are on a wait list. “We’ve seen through the Edward Jones Curl for Kids Sake that West Niagara really cares for vulnerable children and youth in their community,” Graybiel said. “Edward Jones has been organizing this event for 35 years. “It’s amazing to see the community come together with so many businesses and teams participating to ensure children and youth have access to mentorships, free of charge.”

Bonspiel co-organizers Marc Seguin and Joel Davis, both Edward Jones financial advisors in Grimsby, worked tirelessly to pull the event together. Edward Jones teams travelled from communities including Mississauga, Exeter and Tillsonburg to join their colleagues and many local businesses supporting this year’s bonspiel. A BBBS board director 20 years ago, Seguin has watched the curling bonspiel evolve and grow over the years. He’s passionate about how much BBBS does for kids. “We see the impact BBBS has on the community.” “BBBS changes kids’ lives,” said Davis. “It’s the power of mentorship and the difference it can make on youth.”

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Bruce Bond may be enjoying ing Club. Bond has retired to life with his family in British British Columbia. Columbia, but his legacy lives “Bruce was a wonderful part on in Grimsby. of our community for years “We would like to recognize not only with Big Brothers Bruce by changing the name of and Big Sisters of Niagara, but our auction to the Bruce Bond BRUCE BOND Grimsby Benevolent Fund, the Auction,” said Marc Seguin, Kinsmen, and the West Lincoln co-organizer of the 35th Edward Memorial Foundation where he was a Jones Curl for Kids’ Sake told the driving force of the annual mini-putt crowd Saturday at the Grimsby Curl- competition.”

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Suspect charged after Beamsville armed robberies An arrest was made by Niagara Regional Police one day after a series of armed robberies in downtown Beamsville last Wednesday. Initially, 8 District officers responded to a call about two armed robberies - at Coastal Kitchen Bar and Beamsville Home Hardware - at 3:45 p.m. The initial investigation determined that a male had entered the businesses within minutes of each and brandished a black handgun and demanded money. The suspect did not receive any money. He walked northbound Central Avenue. None of the employees were physically injured. Due to the direction the suspect walked from the scene officers

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Notice of Public Information Centre #2 Municipal Class Environmental Assessment

ROADS Thirty Road (Regional Road 14) at Young Street in West Lincoln

The project is currently in Phase 3, in which design concepts have been developed to implement the preferred solution previously identified. Upon completion of Phase 3 of the study, an Environmental Study Report will be prepared to document the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment planning and decision-making process and made available for a 30-day public review period. A Notice of Completion will be issued at that stage. Niagara Region is hosting the second of two Public Information Centres for this study. Public Information Centre #2 is being held to present and obtain comments on the alternative and recommended designs for the intersection. Virtual Information Session Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023, 6 p.m.

If you have any questions or comments regarding the study or wish to be added to the email list for receiving notices, please contact one of the project team members: Hamed Esmaeeli, P.Eng. Project Manager, Transportation, Planning Niagara Region 905-980-6000 ext. 3722 hamed.esmaeeli@niagararegion.ca Andrew McGregor, MCIP, RPP Consultant Project Manager R.V. Anderson Associates Ltd. 905-685-5049 ext. 4211 amcgregor@rvanderson.com Any personal information submitted will be collected, used and disclosed, where

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applicable, by members of Regional staff according to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any information you share will only be used for the intended purpose for which it was provided. For questions or comments about privacy practices, or for more information about the administration of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act in Niagara Region programs see niagararegion.ca/government/foi. If you require any accommodations for a disability in order to attend and participate in meetings or events, please let us know in advance so that arrangements can be made in a timely manner. Please contact the Accessibility Advisory Coordinator at 905-980-6000 ext. 3252 or accessibility@niagararegion.ca. Notice first issued on Nov. 8, 2023.

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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ADOPT PROPOSED 2024 USER FEES AND CHARGES

This is to advise that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of West Lincoln propose to enact a by-law to adopt the 2024 User Fees and Charges at the Public Meeting & All Committees Meeting, scheduled for Monday, December 4, 2023 at 6:30 PM. This by-law will establish the user fees and charges for all user-pay services within the Township, including building services.

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This meeting will satisfy the public meeting requirements as per the Ontario Building Code Act S.O. 1992, c. 23, as amended, with respect to the building user fees and charges. A draft of the proposed 2024 building user fees and charges will be available upon request, as of Monday, November 13, 2023. A draft of the proposed 2024 User Fees and Charges will be available Friday, December 1, 2023 by 4:30 PM on the Township’s website. The public may attend the meeting in person or virtually by contacting the Clerk’s Department to request a Zoom link, by emailing Jessica Dyson, Director of Legislative Services/ Clerk at jdyson@westlincoln.ca. Comments from the public regarding the proposed 2024 User Fees and Charges may be provided in person by attending the meeting and advising the Chair during the “Request to Address an Item on the Agenda” section of the agenda. Members of the public that are unable to attend the meeting in person and wish to make submissions to Council regarding the proposed 2024 User Fees and Charges can do so by emailing written comments to Jessica Dyson, Director of Legislative Services/Clerk at jdyson@westlincoln.ca before 4:30 PM on the day of the meeting. Comments submitted will be considered as public information and read into public record.

Just some of the Grimsby Glows volunteers (L to R) Roger Bradley, Colleen Lampman, Gerry Vandermolen and Grimsby Glows organizer Liz Fisk.

Gourd vibes at Grimsby Glows By Joanne McDonald For NewsNow Hundreds of carved and candlelit pumpkins lined a magical path through Coronation Park and hundreds of children and their families enjoyed the fun at Grimsby Glows last Wednesday, Nov. 1 - organized by The Rotary Club of Grimsby. A crowd of more than 2,000 fol-

lowed the glow of 400 of jack-olanterns winking in the night and guiding the way through the park. “The whole purpose is to provide an opportunity for people to enjoy themselves and look at pumpkins,” said event organizer Liz Fisk. At the end of the day all the pumpkins were loaded up for compost or to feed farm animals.

Those who wish to observe the meeting can join the Township’s livestream channel, available through the Township website. For further information, please contact: Donna DeFilippis, Treasurer/Director of Finance

The crowds followed the winding path through the harvest of carved pumpkins at Grimsby Glows organized by the Rotary Club of Grimsby.

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Notice of Study Completion Tallman Drive: Schedule B Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study

The Study The Town of Lincoln has completed a Schedule ‘B’ Municipal Class Environmental Assessment to identify and evaluate alternative solutions and determine a recommended plan to address the existing erosion and slope stability and to improve roadway safety, maintenance, and access for Tallman Drive. Based on the study findings and feedback received, the study recommends a realignment of Tallman Drive. The study was conducted in accordance with the planning process for Schedule ‘B’ projects as outlined in the Municipal Engineers Association Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (October 2000, as amended in 2015), which is approved under the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act. A Project File Report (PFR) documenting the planning process undertaken, details of the study recommendations as well as potential impacts and mitigation measures, has been completed and is being made available for public review. By this Notice, the PFR is being placed on the public record for a 30-day review period starting on November 16, 2023 and ending on December 16, 2023. The PFR can be accessed electronically at: speakuplincoln.ca

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CHISHOLM, Robert Stephen

Robert passed away quietly and peacefully with his two children by his side at Kilean Lodge on Wednesday November 1, 2023 at the age of 65. He has been reunited with his adored “Dolly” Laurette Chisholm (née Ladouceur). Robert as a dear son to Frances Chisholm (née Murphy), a strong and loving father of Ken Gareau and Lisa Gareau (James Sullivan), cherished Papére to Benj Smouter, Kaleigh and Dylan Leger and Callie Sullivan. He will be terribly missed by his brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, cousins and anyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. Robert was well known for his witty sense of humor and undying loyalty to the Montreal Canadiens. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements have been entrusted to Essentials Cremation and Burial Services in Niagara Falls. A celebration of Robert’s life will be held at a later date. . Online condolences may be shared on Robert’s tribute page found at EssentialsNiagara.com

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HOLUBOWSKY, Henrica (Ricki) ~ nee VanSchyndel

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our mother, Henrica (Ricki) Holubowsky (VanSchyndel). Ricki passed away peacefully on September 29, 2023 at Albright Manor in Beamsville surrounded by her three daughters Cathy (John ) Hamm, Christine Holubowsky, and Carolyn (Kevin) Muir, who she loved very dearly. We were comforted by the light of the harvest moon that evening, knowing that Mom is now reunited in heaven with our dad, Paul, her husband of 56 years. Ricki was the best Gram and will be dearly missed by Jake (Elizabeth) Hamm, Rachel Jake) Hamm, Sarah Hamm, and Hunter Muir. She took pride in the recent addition of her first great-grandchild Erik, who could bring a smile to her face in an instant. Ricki was born on November 1, 1945 in Heeswijk, Nord Brabant, Netherlands. She emigrated to Canada with her family on the Volendam in the spring of 1951 when she was only 5 years old. She is predeceased by her parents, Johanna (Dobbelsteen) and Henry Van Schyndel, who settled the family in Winona, Ontario where they raised their seven children: Antonia (Bill ) Brand, Dora (Peter ) Holubowsky, Lambert (Antonia) VanSchyndel, Annie (Gilbert) Brand, Adrian VanSchyndel, and Hank (Elaine) VanSchyndel. Ricki was blessed, being raised in a loving Catholic family with solid Christian values. She attended the Immaculate Heart of Mary elementary school in Winona, where she was taught by nuns and later attended Bishop Ryan Secondary School in Hamilton. It was in Winona that Ricki first met Paul, when he delivered fruit to her family on many occasions. Paul and Ricki were married in 1965 and lived and worked in Hamilton for a short time before moving to the Holubowsky family farm on Thirty Road in Beamsville. It was there that they welcomed their first two daughters, Cathy and Christine. They eventually built their dream home on the Escarpment, where they welcomed their third daughter Carolyn. Ricki and Paul, along with their three girls, grew Thirty Valley Farms into a very successful, multi-farm operation, selling grapes, peaches, apples, pears and many other types of fruit at the farmers markets. Ricki was a homemaker, farmer, and the best salesperson ever. People would line up and wait to be served by Ricki and catch up on daily life. After retiring from farming in 2008, she continued to demonstrate her keen sales skills volunteering at the St. John’s Ukrainian Catholic Church kitchen each week, making and selling cabbage rolls, perogies and various baked goods. Paul and Ricki enjoyed a full life of raising a family and working hard at their farming business, while still having time for socializing with friends. Many family vacations were spent up north, ice fishing and snowmobiling on Lake Nippissing. They regularly attended Tiger Cat football games or at the very least watched all the games on television, always with the appropriate spirit wear, lights and decorations. Once retired they enjoyed travelling with friends, cruising, and renting vacation homes in Florida or Texas which they shared with their girls. Ricki had so many close friends. She took the time to get to know people and learn their stories. She showed that she genuinely cared about each and every one of them, remembering all the details of their lives. Family was always a priority for Ricki. As a mom, she supported her girls in whatever they wanted out of life. She loved deeply and led with laughter. Ricki always knew how to lighten the mood and make people laugh. She loved the many Holubowsky Girls Weekends (HGW) where there were heartfelt celebrations throughout picnics, live performances, dancing and shenanigans. Ricki showed extreme resiliency in her rehabilitation and perseverance during her many health challenges of the past six years. Losing the love of her life in 2021 was a test of her tenacity. Ricki showed her strength and love of family throughout these extremely challenging times. Ricki was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, sister, favourite aunt, and truly caring friend to so many. She will be missed beyond words. Visitation will be held at St. John the Theologian Ukrainian Catholic Church, 91 Lakeshore Rd, St. Catharines, on Monday, November 13 from 9:00a.m - 10:30am. Memorial Mass will follow at 11:00 am. If you wish, donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada or St. John the Theologian Ukrainian Catholic Church in memory of Ricki. Online condolences at tallmanfuneralhomes.ca

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CRAFTCHICK, Kenneth Mark

Passed away peacefully at West Lincoln Memorial Hospital, on Friday, November 3, 2023, at the age of 60. Predeceased by his loving wife Sandra of 29 years. Cherished father to Julie (David), and Taylor. Loving Papa to Kane, Karson, and Kolbie. Brother to Benny (Carol), the late Larry, Tom (Brenda), Greg (Keri), and Tammy (Dennis). Ken was the proud owner of Battlefield Excavating for the last 33 years and a member of the Local 793 Operating Engineers. He will be sadly missed by all his friends and extended family. Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will be held Saturday December 9th, at the family home from 2-5. If desired, memorial contributions to The Humane Society of Greater Niagara would be sincerely appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to STONEHOUSE-WHITCOMB FUNERAL HOME, GRIMSBY, 905-945-2755 www.smithsfh.com

Williams (Curtis), Ann

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family who adored her. Much loved mother of Rebecca (Jeff) and Tracy (David) and cherished nana of Olivia and Connor. Ann was born in Brighton, England in 1938 and immigrated to Burlington in 1962 where she raised her daughters. Ann moved to Grimsby in 1997 to be close to her family and quickly made it her home. Ann was a longtime member of the St. Andrew’s choir and church community and loved her time at Thai-chi and the Ontario Wine Society. She will be so incredibly missed by her family and all who knew and loved her. Cremation has taken place. A service of celebration of life will take place at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, 156 Main Street West, Grimsby on Friday, November 10th, 2023 at 2 p.m with a reception to follow in the Parish Hall. If desired, memorial contributions to St. Andrew’s Church would be sincerely appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to STONEHOUSE-WHITCOMB FUNERAL HOME, Grimsby (905) 9452755. www.smithsfh.com

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HARDY, Howard Albert

Passed away peacefully, at Hamilton General Hospital, on Thursday November 2, 2023 at the age of 79. Predeceased by wife Margaret (2019). Loving father of Judy (Brian) Haynes, Angela (Terry) Wallace and Nicole (Tim) McLaughlin. Beloved Papa of Jenifer (Tim) Moyer, Christine (Kyle) Bergeron, Nathan Wallace, Benjamin Wallace, Andrew (Jess) Duncan and Nicholas (Nichole) Duncan, Great Papa to Justin, Isabella, Gabriel, Malachai, Dakota and Jax, Kohen, Ryker and Braelyn. Will sadly be missed by surviving siblings Rex Brown, Grace Genereaux, Ester (Lloyd) Simpson, Charles Hardy and Gillam (Heather) Hardy. He will be missed by many extended family and friends. A big thank you to Dr Crummey, W.L.M.H. ICU, Hamilton General Cardiac Unit and ICU for their care and compassion. Cremation has taken place. Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at the Fireside Room of the Tallman Funeral Home, 3277 King Street, Vineland, Ontario, from 2 to 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers. memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation or Cancer Society. Online condolences at tallmanfuneralhomes.ca

COPELAND, Marilyn Pearle

We are saddened to announce the death of our beloved mother, Marilyn Copeland. She is survived by her sons: Brian (Sandra) and John (Sarah) and by her grandchildren: Mitchell and Rebecca, Erin and Lesley and by her sister-in-law, Rhea Springsted. Born on the farm in Caistor Township on November 16, 1933, she attended a one room school house, S.S.#5, and then Smithville High School. She married Willis Copeland in November of 1951 at Ker Church. They were not only partners in life but partners in the Fulton Feed Mill for forty years. Marilyn was a huge Hamilton Tiger Cat fan She golfed for many years at Dunnville Golf and Country Club, was a fine bowler and in her later years watched sports regularly especially golf and curling. Every morning she read the Hamilton Spectator and in the evening watched CHCH news. She was a long time Treasurer of Smithville United Church and a member of its United Church Women’s group. She enjoyed travelling, spent many winters in Florida and loved her cottage on Lake Erie. Marilyn loved to entertain, she made the best salmon sandwiches, chocolate chip cookies, apple pie and potato salad. Her warm out going personality made Marilyn many friends in her community and wherever she went. She will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew and loved her. A Visitation will take place at Smithville United Church, 116 West Street, on Saturday, November 18, from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. The funeral service will follow the visitation at 2:00 p.m. Donations to Smithville United Church or the United Mennonite Home would be appreciated by the family and if desired can be made through the funeral home, (905) 957-7031.

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