January 2014 – Page 4 – Morrisburg Leader

Delmer Patterson

January 15, 2014 Editor

A resident of Dundas Manor in Winchester, for the past seven years, Delmer Patterson passed away at the Winchester District Memorial Hospital on January 5, 2014. He was 77.

Delmer was born at home on the Conroy Road in Ottawa, on January 10, 1936, to his parents Alexander and Margaret Patterson (nee Martin).

In 1961, at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Vars, Delmer married Marjorie Jackson, and together they farmed and raised six children in the Greely, Vernon and Iroquois areas.

Delmer was a long-time employee of the Central Experimental Farm in the plot division doing the tractor work.

He loved anything about tractors (especially Farmall tractors), auction sales, the McHaffie Flea Market on Sundays, going to the C & L Feed Store and the Brinston General Store for the daily “coffee club”. Delmer loved the plowing matches and tractor pulls, and you could often see him driving around the countryside in his red Chev truck.

Delmer is survived by his wife, Marjorie of 52 years and their children Don (Dawn) of Dalmeny, Debbie (Patrice) Fortier of Vars, Marlene Patterson of Navan, Meryl (Kathy) of Metcalfe, John (Wendy) of Russell and Bea (Lyndon) Stewart of Iroquois.

He will be fondly remembered by his grandchildren Alex, Ben, Alain, Benoit, Colin, Connor, Jessica, Melissa, Cameron and Sarah. He is also survived by cousins, nieces and nephews.

Delmer was the brother of Wilma (Lloyd) Sharp of Ottawa, brother-in-law of Jack Hanes of St. David’s and of Norma Dagenais (late Andre), Mary Jackson (late George) and Meryl and Cherie Jackson.

He was predeceased by his sister Myrlah Hanes.

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg on Wednesday, January 8th, from 10 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. The service was conducted by Rev. Valerie Vande Wiele. A eulogy was given by his daughter Bea Stewart. Pallbearers were Delmer’s grandsons, Alex Patterson, Ben Patterson, Alain Fortier, Benoit Fortier, Colin Patterson, Connor Patterson and Cameron Stewart.

Donations to Winchester District Memorial Hospital and the Dundas Manor Activity Fund would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. On-line condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com.

Delmer will be remembered by us all.

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George Holder

January 15, 2014 Editor

George Holder passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 5 2014.

George was born in Montreal, and moved to Ontario, when he was 10 years old. He lived in Aultsville, until he married Patricia in 1956, and together they lived at Farran’s Point. They were married 57 years.

As a young man, George operated the snack bar at the Farran’s Point Pavilion above the Farran’s Point Locks. He later worked on the Great Lake ship, “The Mondoc”. Following that, George worked for the Department of Highways He was also employed by the Department of Transport as a Lockman on the Farran’s Point Lock.

During the building of the St. Lawrence Seaway, George and Patricia’s home was moved from Farran’s Point to Ingleside, where they lived for a few years. In 1958, they moved to Bowmanville where they were in the chicken/egg business.

Their son, Shawn was born in Bowmanville and baptized in the Anglican Church where George was a member. Their daughter Coleen and son Kent were born in Winchester.

After a few years in Bowmanville, George and Patricia moved to Iroquois, where they continued their poultry business. Eventually George found employment at Caldwell Linen Mills. While working at Caldwell’s, George was President of the United Mine Workers and then President of the United Textile Workers.

In his youth, George played minor hockey for Morrisburg. He was affiliated with the Aultsville Jets softball team. He later coached the Iroquois Women’s and Men’s softball teams.

George was an excellent swimmer, and he enjoyed swimming at the Aultsville Dock.

After George had his leg amputated, Patricia encouraged him to lace up the skates, and he was still able to go skating and do forward crosscuts. The entire family went public skating at the Morrisburg arena. Patricia also taught George to jitter bug with an artificial leg.

George was an avid sports fan, and he loved the Montreal Canadiens, the Expos and the Alouettes. The entire Holder family went to a few Grey Cup games, one in Montreal and one in Ottawa and had a great time. Attending baseball games at the Olympic stadium and watching the Canadiens play at the Montreal forum while we were on the catwalk, were memorable times that we all think about to this day.

George was a wonderful family man, and he travelled with the family on numerous trips to Carlisle, Pennsylvania to the car shows. He also went down south with the family looking for classic cars.

George loved to sing, and he sang in the Aultsville Anglican church choir for a number of years with his mother, aunt and cousin. He also loved animals, especially dogs, and enjoyed watching, through the window, the birds at the bird feeder.

We will all miss George and his easy-going personality. He was a genuine person and a friend to many.

George is survived by his wife Patricia, his children, Shawn (Heather) of Ingleside, Coleen and Kent of Iroquois.

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Iroquois, on Wednesday, January 8th from 7-9 p.m. and on Thursday, January 9th, from 1 p.m. until time of the funeral service at 2 p.m. The service was conducted by Reverend Janet Evans. Robert Thompson sang eloquently. Spring interment will be at the Iroquois Point cemetery.

Donations to Iroquois United Church or the South Dundas Animal Shelter would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.

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Hope and optimism

January 15, 2014 Editor

The beginning of a new year always brings much hope and optimism. At a federal level, 2014 offers a great deal of optimism and hope for Canada, the constituents of SDSG, and all Canadians.

I am very optimistic that during the next twelve months our country will continue on the road to economic recovery.

As we all know, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty will be presenting the 2014 Budget in the next few months.

I believe he will continue the prudent approach he has used in the 2013 Economic Action Plan.

If I am correct, that means cutting the cost of government, paying down the deficit and encouraging small and medium sized businesses to invest in job creation.

I feel it is wise to continue on the same track since it has resulted in the creation of over one million net new jobs since July 2009, and allowed our Government to drastically reduce the deficit.

Another reason for my optimism is the recovery that seems to be taking place south of the border.

The US economy appears to be on the road to recovery and this will have a very positive impact on Canada’s economy.

The improving American economy along with the widening exchange rate should auger well for Canadian businesses selling their product to the US.

“Success breeds Success!” Once Canadians realize all of the above they will start seeing the glass half full.

They will regain confidence in their employment and feel secure in making additional purchases, thereby growing the economy further and creating jobs.

2014 is shaping up to be a great year!

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$8.9 M boost to area broadband for business parks

January 15, 2014 Editor

In a boost to the region’s economic development, the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus has awarded contracts to expand high-speed fibre internet connections at more than 50 business parks and clusters across rural Eastern Ontario.

Included in this expansion is the Morrisburg Industrial Park in South Dundas.

Other SDG municipalities including South Stormont (Ingleside and Long Sault), North Glengarry (Alexandria) and North Dundas (Winchester and Chesterville) will also benefit from the expansion of service.

The Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus announced the Eastern Ontario Regional Network expansion, January 9, 2014.

Bell Aliant, Cogeco Cable Inc. and Utilities Kingston were awarded contracts to provide the new high-capacity, high-speed fibre internet connections. Locally, the work will be completed by Bell Aliant.

The project adds to the number of business parks and clusters that already have broadband service in the region.

The companies are building the new services off of their existing infrastructure, as well as off of the 5,500-kilometre, fibre-optic backbone that was built through the Eastern Ontario Regional Network. The business park project, valued at about $8.9 million, is the latest phase of the EORN project, a $170 million initiative to expand rural broadband throughout the region. Created by the Wardens’ Caucus, the project is supported by federal, provincial, and municipal funding, and private sector investment.

“EORN is a key economic development tool for the region and we are pleased to extend the reach of the network to these important business hubs,” said EOWC Chair Rick Philips.

“Expanding high-capacity, high-speed internet fibre to these business parks will help our communities to attract and retain local businesses,” said Warden Eric Duncan. “It is a real boon for economic development.”

“The expansion of the fibre optic network is particularly timely given the Municipality’s current initiative to extend roadway access to additional lands in the Morrisburg Business Park, said Nicole Sullivan, economic development officer for South Dundas. “Both are important infrastructure developments and will help support the expansion of existing businesses and make the location competitive in the attraction of new business.”

“Thanks to prudent financial management and project oversight, we are able to deliver this added value to business parks as part of the EORN initiative,” said EORN Chair David Burton. “We expect to complete construction of the business parks by 2014.”

EORN was established by the Wardens’ Caucus to manage expansion of the rural broadband network in Eastern Ontario.

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Ewing set to seek a seat as councillor

January 15, 2014 Editor

Perennial election contender Bill Ewing, will once again have his name on the ballot for the 2014 municipal election.

Ewing filed his nomination papers for the position of councillor with the clerk January 7.

Ewing’s name has been on the ballot of every South Dundas Municipal election since the corporation was formed. Once, he ran but was defeated for the deputy mayor’s seat, but he was twice elected as a councillor having served two terms.

No matter whether he wins or loses an election, Ewing never hesitates in letting his name stand for a council seat because, whether sitting on council or not, he always has an interest in this municipality and its affairs.

Ewing chose to this time run for one of the three councillor seats. “I have sufficient time to work as a councillor,” he said. Ewing is self-employed as the owner/operator of Bill’s Towing. The mayor and deputy mayor seats require a larger investment of time, that Ewing explains he cannot fully commit to.

“I can be of benefit to South Dundas,” says Ewing who, on top of his council experience, has much municipal experience with water, sewer, roads and parks management in the former Village of Iroquois.

Ewing chose to declare his election intentions, fairly early in the process. “There’s no reason to keep people in suspense,” said Ewing. “People have been asking me whether or not I’m running, so I filed.”

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Junior Lions collect shoot-out win

January 15, 2014 Editor

The Morrisburg Junior B Lions were able to add a stroke in their win column in St. Lawrence Division hockey action on home ice on Sunday afternoon, when they collected a 5-4 shoot-out win over the Char-Lan Rebels.

The Lions were in charge of the first two periods of the game. They led 3-1 at the end of the first period and 4-1 after two.

But as has happened in a number of games this season, they couldn’t hold on.

The Rebels charged back in the third period to nab Lions goaltender, John Gilmer, for three unanswered goals to even it, 4-4 and force the overtime.

Just 50 seconds into the first period, Michael Paquette got it rolling for the Lions with William White providing the assist.

One minute later, the Rebels answered with a Jeremy McFarlane goal to even at 1-1.

That remained until the Lions went on the offensive.

At 9:02 of the first period, Isaac Brownlee counted, unassisted to make it 2-1, and then at 13:37 Curtis Evans put the puck past Rebels goaltender Ryan Cooper to give the Lions a 3-1 advantage at the end of 20 minutes of play.

The lone goal of the second period came from the stick of Steven Savage, assisted by Liam Morrow, at 2:27 for a 4-1 Lions lead.

From then until 4:22 of the third period, the Lions worked to hold on to their lead. That’s when Nick Sanseverino counted for the Rebels to cut the gap to 4-2.

At 8:30 of the third period, Tyler Filion, on the Rebels power play, found the spot to put the Rebels to within one goal of the tie.

That came at 15:18, when Sanseverino counted his second goal to tie it at 5-5.

The scoreless overtime play was followed by the shootout, which was won by the Lions giving them their third win of the 2013/14 season.

The Lions sat out three minor penalties and a 10 minute misconduct, while the Rebels were assessed seven minors and two 10 minute misconducts.

Friday night, the Lions travelled to Westport where they were handed a 4-1 loss by the Rideaus.

The Rideaus led 1-0 after the first period and 3-0 heading into the third. Alex Szabo beat Lions goaltender Brandon Chilton, at 10:27 of the third period for a 4-0 lead.

Michael Paquette spoiled Nicholas Newport’s shutout at 12:07 of the third.

Eight minor penalties were assessed in the game, four to each team.

With the end of the regular season now looming it would be a real horse race if it weren’t for the Casselman Vikings.

The Vikings have pocketed the division championship. They now sit well ahead of the rest of the pack with 58 points on 28 wins.

The remaining teams are well back with the Char-lan Rebels at 39 points, Akwesasne and Alexandria tied with 35 and the Winchester Hawks right on their heels with 34 (and two games in hand).

Coming up this Sunday, January 19, the Lions are at home to the Casselman Vikings. Game time is 2:30 p.m.

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Whim taking Olivia Wright of Brinston to Miss World Canada pageant in May

January 15, 2014 Editor

Before this, Olivia Wright’s only interest in pageants was the Matilda Carnival Queen Contest.

“As a child, I always wanted to be in the Carnival Queen contest,” said Olivia Wright, a 21 year old from Brinston. “But, the year before I was old enough to participate, the contest was cancelled, so I never had the chance. Maybe that drove my interest in this a little bit.”

Olivia applied to be a contestant in the Miss World Canada pageant, “on a whim” this past September. “I saw the ad online, and I applied. Mostly, I just did it for fun. I never really expected to hear any more about it.”

Olivia is the 21 year old daughter of Bonnie and Andrew Wright of Brinston and sister of Jessica Wright, Cherie Fawcett and Donna Zeron.

A 2010 graduate of Seaway District High School, Olivia has since graduated from a public relations program at Algonquin College and is now studying international business abroad in Sweden. She is in the first year of a three year program.

While home in Brinston over the holidays, Olivia received an email telling her that her Miss World Canada application had successfully passed three qualification rounds of judging, and she was called for a telephone interview with the organization’s chairman.

“That interview was about 40 minutes, and for 30 minutes I was being judged on my personality alone,” said Olivia. At the end of the interview, the chairman was given Olivia’s picture, and then met with the board to deliberate.
“That night they contacted me and said that I would be one of the 40 delegates competing in Vancouver in May,” said Olivia. “I was a little shocked. I’ve never known anyone who has done this. I didn’t realize how big it was until I got accepted.”

“I am extremely honoured to have been chosen as an ambassador for our country, and to be linked with such a great cause,” says Olivia.

Miss World Pageant’s mandate is ‘Beauty with a purpose” and stresses the importance of inner and outer beauty.

The winner of the Miss World Canada Pageant will compete in the Miss World Pageant which takes place this year in London, England.

Now that she has made the cut, Olivia is very excited about the opportunities ahead of her.

She sees the pageant as a great opportunity for networking and the fund raising portion of the requirements as a great opportunity to put all she has learned through her education into practice.

Her week in Vancouver will include all kinds of competitions among them, congeniality, swimsuit, fitness, and talents, leading up to the crowning.

Olivia is positive about her chances in this competition. “To get this far, the judges must think I’m what they are looking for. From what I’ve experienced so far, this is not so much a beauty pageant. It’s about being who you are. It’s about being a role model, about being powerful and smart. This experience shows me that the world is your oyster if you let yourself achieve your goals.”

While looking forward to the competition, Olivia’s focus right now is on the important fundraising aspect of the process. She is actively seeking sponsors to support her in her quest to become Miss World Canada. Sponsorship helps cover the cost of expenses including entry fees, dresses, flights and photos.

Any business or individual interested in sponsoring Olivia, or learning more about sponsorship, can contact her at ms.oliviawright@gmail.com or 613-652-2356.

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Guidelines for donations so essential to House of Lazarus

January 14, 2014 Editor

House of Lazarus in Mountain relies on community donations to support their important mission of supporting the needs of the local community, through various projects and programs which include a food bank and thrift and household goods shop.

Funds raised through the thrift shop provide approximately 65 per cent of the organization’s annual budget.

“While we a re very grateful for donations, we have been experiencing an increased amount of unusable items,” said Pauline Pratt, executive director of the House of Lazarus.

“Unfortunately, the costs of garbage removal has risen, and due to this increase, it is expected to reach $8,000 this year.”

Not wanting to deter the community from providing these valued donations that have been of utmost importance to the success of this organization, House of Lazarus officials have provided the following guidelines to help people deciding where they should take items.

In general, items dropped off for the House of Lazarus should be in good condition, functioning, with all necessary parts and free of stains or damage.

House of Lazarus is unable to accept: large floor model organs, furniture that is damaged or broken, items with parts or pieces missing, and large appliances that don’t work.

Acceptable items for fundraising recycling programs include: electronics, clothing, and metal and these are gratefully received even if broken or damaged.

A list of suggested donations is online at www.houseoflazarus.com and anyone with questions about donations can call House of Lazarus at 613-989-3830.

Thanks to funds from the Ontario Trillium Foundation grant received, donations will be better protected from weather, theft and vandalism.

Along with the drop off Shelter which will be built in the spring, the grant funds are also providing for a new security system and signage.

Four O One Security has recently installed a camera and security alarm system and has donated the first year of monitoring.

Because the auxiliary tent at House of Lazarus was destroyed by the heavy icy weather just before Christmas, the drop off area remains at the usual designated area in the warehouse building.

The House of Lazarus experienced a record number of visits to its food bank in 2013.

Comparing 2012 and 2013, donations of food items from the community increased by about 10 per cent, but need rose at a greater rate.

The House of Lazarus food bank handed out 25 per cent more food in 2012 than it did in 2013, meaning that they had fund food purchases of nearly $29,000 from the 2013 budget.

The success of the House of Lazarus Community Outreach Mission through various programs is reflective of the deep social concern of the members of the communities we serve and their determination to ensure that those living in poverty or experiencing a challenging time in their lives have the support they need.

Many view donating to Missions like the House of Lazarus as a way of investing in their community to reduce the impact of rural poverty.

“Whether donating food, clothing, items or time and talent your support is making a difference in the lives of individuals, families and your community and is part of helping to develop a sustainable future. The House of Lazarus strives to be a voice and a leader in advocating for sustainable and resilient community members and communities,” says Pratt. “On behalf of those we serve, our board of directors, staff and volunteers I would like to thank you for your continued support of the House of Lazarus.”

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Junior Lions stretch losing streak

January 8, 2014 Editor

With the end of the regular season now just a few weeks away, the Morrisburg Junior B Lions continue to entertain one of the longest losing streaks in team history.

This past weekend a pair of losses to the Prescott Flyers, 4-1 and the Gananoque Islanders, 4-2 brought their St. Lawrence Division stats to 27 losses in 30 games.

Friday night on home ice, the Lions managed just one goal against the visiting Prescott Flyers.

Drew Veenstra got that one on the Lions power play, with help from Chris Pearson and Michael Paquette, at 13:18 of the first period.

The 1-0 Lions advantage lasted until well into the second period, when the Flyers Patrick Rock evened it at 14:18 and Andrew DeKroom gave them a 2-1 lead at 15:41.

Early in the third, the Flyers went up 4-1 on goals by Ryan Romans and Trevor Kelecher.

Jarerett Pitt was in the Flyers net for the win, and John Gilmer handled the Lions loss. Pitt handled just 23 shots on net while Gilmer gave up four goals on 36 shots.

The Lions sat out seven minor penalties, while the Flyers were assessed eight and a 10 minute misconduct for checking to the head.

Sunday night in Gananoque, the Islanders were first on the scoreboard with a Matt Tustin goal.

In the last minute of the first period Liam Morrow, with help from A.J. Jarvis, counted for the Lions to even it.

The Islanders took charge in the second period with two unanswered counters, and went up 4-1 at 9:28 of the third.

Steven Savage scored on the Lions power play at 17:17 of the third to cut the gap to 4-2, but that was it.

Cole Blanchard and Drew Veenstra got the assists on the Savage goal.

Ryan Kaszuba was in net for the Islanders win, and John Gilmer handled the loss. Shots on net were 35 for the Islanders and 31 for the Lions.

The Lions were assessed eight minor penalties, a five minute fighting major and a game misconduct for checking from behind.

The Islanders sat out 12 minors, two five minute fighting majors, and a 10 minute misconduct.

Coming up this Friday night, January 10 the Lions are on the road to Westport. Sunday, January 12 they host the Char-Lan Rebels.

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Looking for Forever Homes

January 8, 2014 Editor

We suspect Lady, right, has been overbred and she may have some health issues. Lady is elderly (6 plus), and needs a kind and loving home for her senior years. This is one of those very, very sad stories…a dog that just needs to shown love in her final years.

Brownie 1.5 yrs, boxer mix, neutered house-trained. Very friendly. We believe Brownie was a family pet as he is trained and very good around people. He is ready to move right in to a new home and share all the love he has to give.

Yeller– 1.5 yr, male not neutered, needs house and puppy training, very friendly. Has great potential to become a loving family pet. A yellow Lab mix, we believe he is very smart and would be extremely easy to train.

Ice-Mix possible Burmese Mt/Shepherd, 8 month male not neutered, large dog, plenty of energy. Ice is a real happy go lucky boy, who has yet to learn that he is a big boy. He is very gentle natured but has a lot of enthusiasm. He is at an ideal age for training.

Suzy-Beautiful, mature (5-6 yrs) female Shepherd, very friendly & kind, well-behaved, completely trained. Great potential. Suzy is a beautiful, beautiful girl. She lived for four years with her original family and when the family moved they couldn't take Suzy along. The for one year she was with a family who just decided they no longer wanted a dog. Such are the sad stories. Suzy is looking for a loving, happy FOREVER home. Note: Suzy does not get along well with cats. She is in excellent health and would make an excellent addition to any family.

Interested in adopting ? Call Kevin at the South Dundas Animal Shelter 613-543-2980 or 613-913-1476

This is a public service column. The Leader accepts no responsibility for the dogs or the adoption process.

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