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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2007-12-05, Page 31Wednesday, December 5, 2007 Times -Advocate 31 Exeter's November Court brings many charges EXETER — Before Justice R. G. Hunter in Exeter Court Nov. 29, London man Dan Devries pleaded guilty to dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, driving a motor vehicle while disqualified and operating a motor vehicle without insur- ance, stemming from two separate inci- dents. On Feb. 15, 2007, Devries was caught operating his vehicle on Ausable Line in South Huron in a dangerous manner, while also driving with a disqualified license. Then on March 15, 2007, Devries was operating an off road motorcycle on Crediton Line in South Huron. An officer saw Devries, who attempted to escape onto an unnamed road. He then re-emerged past the cruiser and disappeared from sight. Further investigation by the officer deter- mined that it was Devries on the motor- cycle. Devries was sentenced to 60 days in jail intermittent for dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and 30 days in jail consec- utive, intermittent for driving a motor vehicle while disqualified, totaling 90 days in jail. Devries was also given a $2,000 fine for driving with no insurance to be paid within six months and a three year driving prohibition in Canada for dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. Impaired South Huron man Marshall Middleton was found guilty on three charges stem- ming from a May 29, 2007 incident. Middleton pleaded guilty to impaired operation of a motor vehicle. Two other charges were withdrawn, an over 80 mgs charge and a possession of stolen property charge. Middleton was driving on Elimville Line in South Huron when an officer spotted Middleton's back right light was not functioning properly. The officer then saw Middleton attempt to turn into a driveway, but he instead turned onto the front lawn of an unknown home. When the officer spoke to Middleton, he was showing signs of impairment. There was also a construc- tion sign in his possession. Middleton was fined $750 and was given a 12 -month driving prohibition. Impaired Waterloo man Nestor Contreras was found guilty of driving with over 80 mgs of alcohol 100 ml of blood stemming from an incident Aug. 6, 2007. Contreras was driving on Thames Road east of Parr Line in South Huron. He then drove around a road closed sign. The officer stopped Contreras who had an odour of alcohol and glossy and blood- shot eyes. When asked to exit his vehicle, the offi- cer says Contreras stumbled to the right hand side. Contreras told the officer he had consumed about six beers over a six - EXETER COURT hour period. He was then taken to the Exeter detachment where he failed breath tests. Contreras was given a $600 fine to be paid over six months and a one-year dri- ving prohibition. Stolen telephone Dashwood man James D. Hawke plead guilty to theft under $5,000 charges after stealing a Samsung mobility telephone from another man Aug. 3, 2007. Hawke says he stole the telephone because the other man drank his beer and hadn't paid it back. The phone was given back and the charge was discharged. Unauthorized possession London man Justin Ducharme pleaded guilty to unauthorized possession of brass knuckles. On June 3, 2007 Ducharme was at his uncle's Stag and Doe in Crediton at the Town Hall where he had been drinking. Ducharme then got into an argument with another man over a previous alter- cation. He proceeded to get his brass knuckles from his vehicle but did not use them. Ducharme, who disagreed with some of the facts, was given a five-year fire arm prohibition and a $400 fine to be paid over six months. The brass knuckles were also turned over to the authorities. Fraud Exeter woman Laura Gower pleaded guilty to three counts of fraud through employee theft at her previous place of Hasketts celebrate 125 years By Scott Nixon TIMES -ADVOCATE STAFF LUCAN — A celebration at the Lucan Community Memorial Centre Sunday afternoon was 125 years hi the making. Haskett Funeral Home celebrated its 125th anniversary with family, friends and fellow funeral service professionals and residents of the surrounding area. Over 500 people attended. President and funeral director Bill Haskett told the Times -Advocate Sunday the celebration was all about the community that has supported the business over the last 125 years in its ambulance, furniture and funeral home business. Haskett said the day was also about giving back to the community, with a $15,000 donation to South Huron Hospital's fundraising cam- paign and awarding 80 door prizes, including grand prizes of a one- week Princess Caribbean Cruise, which went to Donna Lee of Ailsa Craig, and a weekend at a Grand Bend cottage, won by Gayle Ready of London. Sunday's anniversary also included video presentations of images of the company past and present. Haskett's son, Colin, is now vice- president of the funeral home and represents the fifth generation of the Haskett family involved in the busi- ness. In 1882, Charles Haskett bought a cabinet and undertaking business in Lucan. His son, William, continued the business and his two sons, Arthur and Clarence became licensed funeral directors. While Arthur moved to Toronto, Clarence took over the business. In 1962, Clarence moved the funeral home to its current location, the Stanley Estate. The original building at the corner of Market and Main Street continued to house the furniture store. The business now concentrates fully on the funeral service, with Clarence's son Bill selling the ambu- lance service in 1990, and buying the Hopper Hockey Funeral Home in Exeter. The furniture store closed, with many of the historical artifacts of the cabinet making and undertak- ing operation being donated to Fanshawe Pioneer Village in London. The Lucan and Exeter funeral homes were amalgamated earlier this year under the Haskett Funeral Homes umbrella. As the fifth generation of the Haskett family in the business, 25 - year -old funeral director Colin Haskett said Sunday's anniversary was a chance for the business to thank the community for its support. He noted not many businesses are loyally supported for 125 years. "We're fortunate," he said, adding that he's known since he was four years old he would follow in his father's footsteps. Colin noted the support for the business is just as strong in Exeter as it is in Lucan. And while Sunday was a celebra- tion of the last 125 years, Colin said the business has always focused on the future. "The funeral profession is chang- ing and so are we," he said. Big anniversary — Haskett Funeral Home celebrated its 1 25th anniver- sary with an open house Sunday at the Lucan Community Memorial Centre. Over 500 people attended the anniversary, with 80 door prizes being awarded, including a Caribbean cruise. From left are Haskett Funeral Home staffer Jacqueline Darroch and Colin, Sue and Bill Haskett. (photo/Scott Nixon) employment in Hensall at the Bank of Montreal. The incidents occurred May 9, 2005, and June 7, 2005, through money orders totalling approximately $4,000. Gower had $100 with her to pay back, although owning more money. The mat- ter will be adjourned until June 26, 2008, to see if she can come up with more money to pay back. Dangerous driving Exeter man Aaron Cheyne pleaded guilty to dangerous driving after a June 11, 2007 incident. Several people contacted police regard- ing Cheyne's dangerous driving, explain- ing he was driving too fast, even parking sideways across a couple of parking spots when reaching his apartment. Cheyne, who was going home from work, was given a $500 fine to be paid over six months. Failing to comply Dashwood man Daniel Sheppard plead- ed guilty to failing to comply with proba- tion. He must report to his probation offi- cer by Jan. 24, 2008, or he will go to jail. Uttering threats Crediton area man Travis MacDonald has served two months in pre -sentence custody and was sentenced to time served and 18 months probation for uttering threats times two Apri118, 2007. MacDonald was given the same sen- tence for possessing and using a stolen credit card in Exeter times two Oct. 2, 2007. "Exeter's Biggest Loser" looking for candidate By Nina Van Lieshout TIMES -ADVOCATE STAFF EXETER — Once again, Dr. Karl Weselan of St. Marys is looking for a candidate for his next weight loss challenge, "Exeter's Biggest Loser." Weselan, who owns Excel Fitness and Lifestyle Consultants is partnering up with South Huron Golf and Fitness (SHGF), and says their ideal candidate is someone from the Exeter area, who is 20 years of age or older, someone who is up for a challenge and is will- ing to work hard. The candidate must also be willing to have their before and after pictures published for the public to view. "They need to be motivated," says Weselan, adding they also need to be committed to stay- ing on track with the four-month long program. Weselan, along with a couple of trainers from SHGF will offer four months of free per- sonal training, nutrition management and a free four-month gym membership. "This is a healthful, efficient and effective way," says Weselan. The candidate must be willing to commit to going to the gym about four times a week, but Weselan says the program itself is relatively flexible and very reasonable, even for people who are busy. "We try and make things efficient for people who are busy," says Weselan. The challenge would begin in January, says Weselan, wrapping up in April. He says starting in January would be a great start for the new year. Weselan and his team have conducted sever- al successful challenges, including Exeter's Paul Timmermans who was chosen for the challenge last December, losing 76 pounds — and keeping the weight off. Anyone interested in the challenge can con- tact Weselan for more information at www. excelconsultants.ca. Applications can be picked up at SHGF. Applicants must hand in their applications by Dec. 14 and be free for an interview Dec. 15. After finishing the screening process, the winner is required to deposit $500, which will be refunded after completing the program.