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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2015-07-23, Page 16PAGE 16. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2015. Do you have fond memories that you’d like to share of someone whose obituary has been published recently in The Citizen. Send us a few lines or paragraphs with your story. E-mail editor@northhuron.on.ca, Fax 519-523-9140 or mail to: The Citizen, P.O. Box 429, Blyth, N0M 1H0 or P.O. Box 152, Brussels, N0G 1H0. There is no charge for comments we choose to publish. Lives Remembered North St. West, Wingham Mac & Donna Anderson 519-357-1910 A cemetery is a history of people, a perpetual record of yesterday and a sanctuary of peace and quiet today. A cemetery exists because every life is worth loving and remembering - always Distinctive Memorials of Lasting Satisfaction BOX 158 WINGHAM ONT NOG 2W0 M-T defers open air burning bylaw to September Morris-Turnberry council can’t seem to agree when it comes to the open air burning bylaw the group has been working on for months. During its July 7 meeting, council was told significant changes had been made to the document, which was originally created by the Municipality of Bluewater and adopted in its original form by several other municipalities. Administrator Clerk-Treasurer Nancy Michie explained the harassment section was removed, which would mean there would be no means of resolving issues with landowners on site except calling in police, and that rules governing fire pit and fire pit areas had been added to the document. After debating the minutiae of the document including set-backs and inspections necessary for burn barrels, council pointed out several clauses to be added including wording to define the size a controlled burn needs to be before it is reported to the fire department. Councillor Dorothy Kelly, however, felt she hadn’t had enough of a chance to speak on the issue over the several months council had been debating it. “We’ve been talking about this burning bylaw for more than this term, so I don’t see us as not having had enough time to discuss the issue,” Mayor Paul Gowing responded. Kelly continued, however, saying people have continued to call her so she feels the issue must be discussed until all concerns are addressed. She suggested a public meeting prior to any more discussion. Councillor Jim Nelemans, however, felt that was a foolhardy plan. “We have those meetings and we hardly have anyone show up,” he said. “It’s a huge cost for one or two people.” Nelemans was referring to the costs of renting a hall and having a sound system, as council chambers have proven to be too small for such meetings. Councillor John Smuck, who has opposed the bylaw since it was first brought back to this term of council, said he had no problem with this incarnation of the bylaw. “The only thing that I am concerned about is how it’s carried out down the road,” he said. I’ve dealt with bylaws and I’ve been in court because of it and I know how little common sense is used, so I want to be sure that isn’t the case here.” Nelemans, after nearly half an hour of debate on the bylaw, said he wanted to move the meeting forward and called to pass the bylaw as it is. Gowing seconded his motion with Smuck asking for a recorded vote. Despite having said he had no problem with the bylaw Smuck, alongside Kelly, Councillor Sharen Zinn and Deputy-Mayor Jamie Heffer all voted against it. The motion was defeated which left Nelemans wondering where council would go with the issue next. He asked if the public meeting was what council wanted, however, Gowing said that wasn’t necessary. “We’re elected to make these decisions for the municipality,” he said. “We can’t go to a public meeting with every issue, that defeats the purpose of electing representatives.” Heffer proposed council defer the issue to the first meeting in September. “As council, we will come together with it on the agenda and be prepared to put all our thoughts together,” he said. “That will give us time, all of us on council, to listen to people and bring those comments back.” Nelemans said if that were the case, the municipality needed to be prepared to move forward with the issue at that point. Council then discussed the fact that people were unaware of the bylaw, however Michie pointed out the proposed bylaw, through the process, has been made available on the municipality’s website for people to read and provide comment on. Heffer’s suggestion was moved and passed. NEWS FROM BELGRAVE By Denny Scott The Citizen Barnes attains Ph.D Descendants of William and Hazel VanCamp met on Sunday, July 19 for their annual reunion at the Belgrave Community Centre. Forty- seven were in attendance and came from Waterloo, Woodstock, Hepworth, Glencoe, Clinton, Walkerton, Port Elgin and the local area. Jonathan and Johanna VanCamp were the hosts. They welcomed everyone and had some games and contests for the guests. After an afternoon of visiting and catching up on family news with each other, Glen VanCamp offered a blessing on the food and the bountiful potluck supper was enjoyed by all. The community congratulates Amy Barnes, daughter of Pat and the late Jim Barnes who received her Doctor of Philosophy Ph.D at the June 1, 2015 McGill Convocation. On Sunday, July 26 there is church at Dungannon United Church at 10 a.m. Knox United Church, Belgrave will hold church services at 11 a.m. in August. On Aug. 2 the service will be in the church and on Aug. 9 it will be at the Wawanosh Nature Centre. Everyone is welcome. There will be no services in Dungannon/Trinity for the month of August. Contionued from page 1 I’m thinking if we hit a theatre night, we will get that extra exposure and have a bigger crowd. “We’re going to keep going and hopefully, in due time, with that exposure, it will be picked up.” The event is switching hands this year and will be partially run by Blyth Legion Branch 420 President Ric McBurney, “Basically, it’s just going to be a short service,” McBurney explained to The Citizen. “The Legion members will parade from the Legion to Memorial Hall, we will assemble there, have a guest speaker and presentations, wrap up and head back to the Legion.” Cenotaph Day returning to Blyth Memorial Hall By Linda Campbell Call 357-2188 PEOPLE AROUND BELGRAVE The Belgrave Community Centre Board has received the support of North Huron Township Council and staff to install a generator to help enhance potential uses of the building. In a letter sent last month, Jonathan VanCamp, the president of the board, explained that the generator could provide significant advantages to the centre. “With the generator installed at the centre... it would be used for a warming centre in the winter months and a cooling centre in the summer months,” he wrote. “Also, with the many functions that are held at the centre, the generator would support the health and safety of the public.” North Huron staff agreed with VanCamp’s assessment. “Staff have reviewed the board’s plans for installation of the equipment and are satisfied it will meet the building’s needs and municipal standards,” Director of Recreation and Facilities Pat Newson wrote in her report. Newson stated that staff recommend council accept the generator as a municipal asset, meaning it will be added to the building asset plan and included on the municipal insurance policy. The installation of the generator will also require changes to the North Huron Emergency Planning documents, as the site will now be classified as an alternate Emergency Operating Centre. The cost of the generator is estimated at $31,000 which will be covered by the Belgrave Community Centre Board. MARGARET ANNETTE (NÉE JACKSON) KAI Margaret Annette (nee Jackson) Kai of Lucknow, formerly of Wingham and Oakville, passed away peacefully, after a brief illness, at the Wingham and District Hospital, on Tuesday, July 14, 2015. She was in her 84th year. Margaret was the dearly beloved wife of the late Donald Kai (2007). She was predeceased by parents Jas B. Jackson and Catherine E. Wagner and will be lovingly remembered by the extended Kai and Jackson families, Margaret’s church family and many personal friends who were very dear to her heart. Her passion for leading choral groups and engaging people through her piano and organ playing expertise was renowned. Relatives and friends were invited to a celebration of life service, held at the Blyth United Church, Saturday, July 18. Inurnment followed at Ball’s Cemetery, Hullett Township. In memory of Margaret, donations may be made to the Blyth United Church, the Parkinson Society of Southwestern Ontario (London) or to the charity of one’s choice. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Falconer Funeral Homes, Clinton Chapel. Condolences for Margaret’s family may be placed through www.falconerfuneralhomes.com MURRAY LLOYD ADAMS Murray Lloyd Adams of Londesborough passed away on his beloved farm on Saturday, July 18, 2015. He was in his 72nd year. Murray was the beloved husband of Ann Adams and the loving father and father-in-law of Robert Adams and Mike Moogk, Kitchener; Lloyann Adams, London and Graham and Heidi Adams, Londesborough. He was the cherished papa of Adam Ladd, Macey, Micah and Miles Adams. Murray was the dear brother of Ruth and Gordon Barker, Burlington and Lyle and Lynne Adams, London and the brother-in-law of Mary and John Ward, Grand Bend and John and Carol Walsh, Cambridge. He will also be remembered by several nieces and nephews. Murray was predeceased by his parents Clifford and Celia Adams and sister-in-law Betty Hatch and two nephews. Murray was a lifelong member of the Londesborough United Church. He was a charter member of the Londesborough Lions for 35 years. His passions were farming, curling and spending time with his cherished grandchildren, family and friends. Visitation was held at the Londesborough United Church on Tuesday, July 21. The funeral service was held on Wednesday, July 22. Rev. Terry Fletcher officiated. Cremation followed with interment of ashes at Blyth Union Cemetery. Donations in memory of Murray may be made to the Londesborough United Church. Arrangements were entrusted to the Falconer Funeral Homes, Clinton Chapel. Condolences for the Adams family may be placed through www.falconerfuneralhomes.com PAUL FREDERICK WALPER Mr. Paul Walper of Goderich, formerly of Kitchener and Wingham passed away at Queensway Nursing Home, Hensall on Saturday, July 18, 2015. He was in his 70th year. Paul was predeceased by his spouse Linda Jacklin (November, 2014). He is survived by his stepchildren, Lori Patterson, Goderich; Brian Patterson, Kitchener; Gary Patterson and his fiancée Melyssa Holtz, Branchton. Paul is also survived by his sister Laura (Dave) Hallman, Bayfield and will be remembered by several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Paul was also predeceased by his mother Luella Jenkins and her husband Borden. At Paul’s request cremation has taken place, and a private family service will be held at a later date. Donations to the Diabetes Association would be appreciated. Arrangements were entrusted to Falconer Funeral Homes, Bluewater Chapel. Condolences may be left at www.falconerfuneralhomes.com Obituaries NH supports generator By Denny Scott The Citizen