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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2004-08-18, Page 1616 Exeter Times–Advocate Wednesday, August 18, 2004 Hall of Fame induction helps local organizations EXETER — Three local organizations benefitted from Clarica representative George Godbolt's recent induction into the Clarica Hall of Fame. Godbolt, with the company since 1975, will see his name on display at the com- pany's headquarters in Waterloo. In addition Sun Life Financial Canada (asso- ciated with Clarica) made a $15,000 donation to a charitable organization of Godbolt's choice. Godbolt decided to split the $15,000 evenly among the MacNaughton-Morrison Trail, Community Living - South Huron and the South Huron Hospital Association. The cheques were handed out last week dur- ing a presentation at Godbolt's Main Street office. Godbolt said he was delighted to make the donations and called his entry into the Hall of Fame "a real thrill for me." He said the trail and the hospital are assets for the community that need to be sup- ported. Godbolt wanted to donate to Community Living because of his par- ents' strong roles in developing that organization. Sun Life Financial regional vice-presi- dent Dwight Powell called Godbolt, "One of our most treasured assets ... He's knowledgeable, one of the nicest people you will meet in your whole life." The donations will go to the kiosk at the MacNaughton-Morrison Trail, a "sensory room" at Community Living, and to help make the entrance to South Huron Hospital wheelchair accessible. Clarica's Hall of Fame represents the highest standard of excellence for a Clarica advisor or manager. It recognizes those who have made a commitment to excellence in service to clients as well as active participation in community organi- zations. As part of his induction into the Clarica Hall of Fame, Exeter's George Godbolt was able to choose local charitable organizations to share a $15,000 donation. He chose the South Huron Hospital Association, the MacNaughton-Morrison Trail and Community Living - South Huron. Above from left are Sun Life Financial regional vice-president Dwight Powell, Community Living - South Huron executive director Bruce Shaw, vice-president Rick Hundey, president Judy Burke-Mallette, George Godbolt and his wife Lois. Below,in the middle picture from left are Powell, South Huron Hospital board chairperson John Hanson, acting hospital CEO Michael Boucher, hospital foundation chairperson Olga Davis and George and Lois Godbolt. In the bottom picture from left are Powell, Exeter Lions Club president Glenn Kells,Ausable Bayfield Conservation Foundation volunteer director William Linfield and George and Lois Godbolt. (photos/Scott Nixon) Youth charged with dangerous driving SOUTH HURON — A 17 -year-old male of Six Nations is facing several charges after allegedly stealing a pickup truck, evading police and providing a false name after he was caught. London City Police alerted OPP a stolen black Chev pickup truck was north- bound out of the city Aug. 12 at approxi- mately 4:45 a.m. A short time later an OPP officer near Lucan clocked the stolen truck doing 160 km/h as it continued northbound on London Road towards Huron County. Officers from the Exeter office waited in Exeter and placed a spike belt across the roadway when they saw the vehicle. The driver avoided the belt and contin- ued north on London Road through Exeter. An officer followed the truck and attempted to stop it several times. Eventually more officers employed another spike belt before the intersec- tion of Grand Bend Line on Crediton Road. This proved successful, causing the tires of the stolen truck to go flat. The driver drove the truck into a farmer's field and came to rest in a cornfield where he fled on foot. Canine, assisted by the Emergency Response Team, tracked the driver to a hiding spot in the corn field and took the young male into custody. The youth has been charged with obstructing and resisting arrest after providing a false name. He is also charged with three counts of failing to comply with a sentence and dispositions after several probation orders were allegedly breached. Police also charged him with possesion of break-in instru- ments, mischief under $5,000. danger- ous driving, flight from police and pos- session of stolen property obtained by crime. The investigation continues. Ladies Bowling League meeting Mon., Aug. 23 By Carmel Sweeney ZURICH CORRESPONDENT ZURICH —The Monday Night Ladies Bowling League will be having an organization meeting at the Town and Country Lanes in Zurich on Mon., Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. New residents in the village are especially welcome to come out and join in the bowling fun starting in September. If you would like to bowl and can't make it to the meeting call Barb at 236-4923. Congratulations to Nicole Masse and Craig Glavin who were married on Aug. 14 at Precious Blood Church in Exeter. The dinner and reception was held at the Community Centre in Exeter. The bride is the daughter of Gary and Liz Masse of RR 2, Zurich. Congratulations to Adriana deBont and Darrell Weber who were married on Aug. 14 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel with dinner and reception at the Legion in Exeter. The bride is the daughter of Bert and Clasina deBont of RR 3, Zurich. Gwen McKeller and Lottie Grenier along with women from Grand Bend recently attended the Senior Citizens Convention held in Burlington for three days. The Lions Club will be having their Walk for Dog Guides in Zurich on Sun., Sept. 12 starting with registra- tion at noon and walk at 1 p.m. starting from the Old Arena Park. Call 565-5463 for more information. Come out to the bean kitchen from Aug. 22 to 26 each night at 6 p.m. to help stir the beans for the big day on Sat., Aug. 28. The annual St. Boniface Parish chicken barbecue was held on Sunday put on by the Knights of Columbus. There was a very good turnout. Aug. 18 at 10 a.m. Peggy and her dog Holly will be making their weekly visit to the Blue Water Rest Home. At 6:30 p.m., Tom and Rose will entertain in the audito- rium. On Fri., Aug. 20 a guest speaker, Kate Fletcher, will talk about Mission Work. Leona McBride will enter- tain on Tues., Aug. 24. Wed., Aug. 25 at 2:30 p.m. Corky and Friends will play music and sing for those who like to dance. Everyone is welcome to come out to these events. St. Boniface Catholic Women's League president Joan Regier and Carmel Sweeney attended the Catholic Women's League National Convention held at the Hilton in London on Aug. 10. Congratulations to Adam and Stephanie Gascho of Zurich on the arrival of their son, Denver Adam born Aug. 12. Saturday was a nice sunny day for the garage sales around town and also for the Firemen's Breakfast which was a big success. Dave Siebert was among the thousands of biker's who were in Port Dover on Aug. 13 for the big rally. Randy and Frances Bedard recently spent ten days in Newfoundland visiting her relatives. A reunion and family get-together was held at the home of Ursula Regier in Highland One on Aug. 14 with approximately 70 people attending. A family reunion was held at the home of Barb and Charlie Jeffrey on Aug. 15. Joyce Beauchamp of Pembroke is visiting with her son Don and Elaine and family members for a couple of weeks. Maureen and Gary Fisher and family from Alberta spent a few days recently visiting her parents Ray and Janice Hartman while on their way to other places with their motor home. Clayton and Amy Kuepfer and some friends from Black Creek Faith Community were special guests at the morning service on Sunday at the Mennonite Church. Following the service a potluck luncheon and social was held. Friends of the Zurich Library Friends of the Zurich Library held a meeting at the Zurich Library on July 27. Nine people attended the meeting including librarian Michael Dawber. Options for moving the library to a larger, wheelchair accessible venue was discussed. A proposal to move the library to the former Plantations Village Interiors building was discussed at great length. An update was given regard- ing this proposal that had been brought before the Municipality of Bluewater Council in May 2004. The Friends still feel the former Plantations buildings is the best option because it would almost double the size of the current library, is already wheelchair accessible, and requires limited renovations for the needs of the library. Zurich Library patrons are encouraged to discuss the importance of a new library location with their council members. Also discussed was the 85th anniversary of the Zurich Library. Anyone with photos, newspaper clippings and personal memories of the Zurich Library are encour- aged to share them with Michael Dawber, especially those of librarians Lydia Faust (1919-1934) and Keith Westlake (1934-1937) or any of the four previous loca- tions of the library. The next Friends of the Zurich Library meetings will be Tues., Aug. 24 at 8 p.m. in the Zurich Library. All are welcome to come to the meeting. Anyone wishing to join the Friends of the Zurich Library may contact Michael Dawber. ZURICH NEWS