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Royal Canadian Legion Branch 112 Whitby 117 Byron Street South. 1 Dispatch June 2015 Wednesday March 18 th , 2015 at 18:53
Transcript of Dispatch June 2015 - whitbylegion.ca
Royal Canadian Legion
Branch 112 Whitby
117 Byron Street South.
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Dispatch
June 2015
Wednesday March 18th, 2015 at 18:53
Branch Executive Branch Officers
President Roger Andrews 905-721-0829
Past President Bob Peddle 905-668-0922
1st Vice President Lorraine Duncan 905-446-1004
2nd Vice President Sandra Andrews 905-721-0829
3rd Vice President Marilyn Culpan 905-576-4784
Treasurer Carolyn Johnston 905-668-0998
Secretary Marilyn Culpan 905-576-4784
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Executive Committee
Sgt-at-Arms Bob Hartley 905-579-9595
Poppy Sandra Andrews 905 721-0829
Veterans Service Officer Lorraine Duncan 905-446-1004
Membership John Stephenson 905-743-0795
Youth Education Sandra Andrews 905-721-0829
Sports Kevin Bailey
Dispatch Mike Culpan 905-576-4784
T.O.D. Roger Andrews 905-721-0829
Bursaries Larry Batherson
Honours and Awards Sandra Andrews 905-721-0829
Public Relations Mike Culpan 905-576-4784
Canteen Doug MacLean 905-430-9621
Ways & Means Lorraine Duncan 905-446-1004
Nevada Mike Culpan 905-576-4784
House Chairman Doug MacLean 905-430-9621
Sick and Visiting Dave Barkwell 905-493-4323
Non Executive Appointments
Web Site Larry Goucher 905-668-9052
Hall Rental Paula Seto 905-621-4495
L.A. Liaison Marilyn Culpan 905 576-4784
Cemetery Bernie Bucking 905-404-1722
Piper Murdoch Ferguson 905-668-6175
Padre Rev. Phillip Ralph 905-430-6905
President- Ladies Auxiliary Bobbie Simmons 905-723-2795
Catering Doug MacLean 905-430-9621
Regalia Purchasing Joanne Pollard 905-668-3134
Kids Christmas Lorraine Duncan 905-446-1004
Parade Marshall Bernie Bucking 905-404-1722
Ladies Auxiliary Executive
Branch Officers
President Bobbie Simmons 905-723-2795
Past President Jan Brittain 905-668-0056
1st Vice President Judy Pardy 905-576-8612
2nd Vice President Glenda Hurley 905-430-8697
Treasurer Rita Reuter 905-668-8673
Secretary Cheryl Lampitt 905-493-3337
Executive Committee
Sgt-at-Arms Linda Thornton 905-665-5699
Membership Glenda Hurley 905-430-8697
Sports Kym Benns 905-430-3351
Sick and Visiting Joan Toorish 905-665-5699
Telephone Committee Faye Brown 905-666-1260
Catering Lexie MacLean 905-430-9621
Honours and Awards Judy Pardy
Bursaries Ruby Thompson 905-668-8697
Ways & Means Marsha Butcher 905-720-3930
Della Pearson 905-668-1443
Luncheon Jan Brittain 905-668-0056
Janet Harrison 905-430-6823
Liaison Marilyn Culpan 905 576-4784
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Email Accounts Hall Rental - [email protected] General Information - [email protected] Branch President - [email protected] Veteran’s Services - [email protected] Legion Seniors [email protected] Sick and Visiting - [email protected] Membership - [email protected] Sports - [email protected] Public Relations - [email protected] Sergeant At Arms - [email protected] Ladies Auxiliary - [email protected] Webmaster - [email protected] Dispatch - [email protected] Secretary - [email protected] 4
Phone - (905)-668-0330 Fax - (905)-668-0746
Hall Rental - (905)-668-0330
Snail Mail: 117 Byron Street South Whitby, Ontario L1N 4P5
http://www.whitbylegion.ca/
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70th Anniversary of the liberation of Holland.
If you’ve ever visited the Netherlands, you know how much they love Canadians and what Canadian soldiers did there 70 years ago has never been forgotten, our troops liberated their country from the Nazis.
To mark the 70th aniversary of the liberation of Holland from the Nazi forces, our very own Victor Vinenga organised an event at the Durham Christian Homes here in town
It was a very moving ceremony with speakers from all walks of life
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70th Anniversary of the liberation of Holland.
Government representatives were on hand to say a few words.
Has usual our branch colour party performed marvellously
The towns veterans showed up in force in to give thanks to those that served in Holland
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Hot Days ahead
The summer is fast approaching, too hot to go outside, well on Thursday’s why not keep cool by playing euchre in our air conditioned club room. Registration begins at 12:15 and play starts at 1:00 PM.
Thursday darts has started and is always looking for new players. Don’t know how to play, not a problem, come on down and learn a new skill.
Registration 7:00 PM Play 7:30PM
Would you rather enjoy a nice cool evening outside with some new friends?
Tuesday night Horseshoes Registration 6:30 PM Play 7:00 PM At Kinsmen Park
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Veteran's Appreciation
Sunday May 17th
It was a great day at the branch, our revered veterans came out on the long weekend to enjoy a much deserved thank you from the members.
Medals were shown and discussed as to what they were and how they were received.
Spouses and family were present, dancing was encouraged. Humor was not lacking, Who is that I see waving ?
Veteran's Appreciation
Sunday May 17th
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Entertainer: Bill Dunn What no Bag Pipes?
The lovely Lexi made a wonderful Cottage pie to serve to our veterans.
The Vets only had to ask and one of our many runners, like Doug Maclean would go and fetch the requested item.
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This convention can be summed up in three words, cold, winding and expensive
(hamburger at $19.00!).
The total registration for the convention was 1399 with 615 delegates in actual
attendance.
The results of the Provincial elections are as follows:
President Brian Weaver
1st Vice President Sharon McKeown
Prov. Vice Presidents Ken Sorrenti
Derrick Moore
Gerry Pond
Hon. Prov. Treasurer Don Hobbs
Chairman Bill Chafe
Vice Chairman Ron Goebel
One notable change in the Provincial by-laws:
S.920 The Branch Poppy Committee Chairman shall be one (1) of three (3) signing
officers for the disbursement of the Poppy Trust Fund Account.
There were 11 resolutions that were carried at this convention that will be brought forward
to the Dominion convention in 2016. The most notable being that the Branches be able to
cover funeral costs of a veteran who does not qualify for Last Post funding and has shown
need , the funds to come from the Poppy Trust. This resolution must still be approved at
Dominion convention.
Sports resolutions that passed at the Provincial level, Washer Toss in now an approved
Provincial sport, Legion golf will now have a women’s division and there will be a Seniors
darts program for those over 55.
An interesting fact; since 2011 the Ontario Branches have donated a total of
$1,337,000.00 to the Cadet Corps in Ontario.
Some of funds that were raised;
RCEL $21938.00
Bursary Fund $50400.00
Charitable Foundation $42100.00
Report on the Ontario Provincial Convention
May 9 – 13, 2015. Niagara Falls.
President
RCL Br. 112
Roger Andrews
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Legion Selects Winners of Poster and Literary Contests
OTTAWA, ON, May 8th 2015 The Royal Canadian Legion, announced the winners of the Legion’s Poster and Literary Contests today at Dominion Command. “Since 1960, the Legion has been sponsoring Poster and Literary contests in its efforts to perpetuate Remembrance among all Canadians,” says Dominion President of The Royal Canadian Legion, Tom Eagles. “I am pleased to report that, this past year approximately 100,000 primary, junior, intermediate and senior students participated in these national contests and I wish to thank and congratulate each of the participants and winners for their outstanding work and interest in Remembrance and our Veterans,” states Eagles. Participants represent youth from all areas of the country, in both official languages, and span the various cultural mixes that make up the family mosaic of Canada. “This is yet another example of an activity the Legion is proud to engage in on behalf of all Canadians and highlights the diversity of Legion activities in our communities,” adds Eagles.
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Senior Colour Poster Natasha Jones, North Vancouver, BC
Senior B&W Poster Sideqa Haqani, Gloucester, ON
Senior Poetry Inés Carolina Fiedler, Windsor, ON
Senior Essay Victoria Fisher, Minnedosa, MB
Intermediate Colour Poster Madison Luney, Burnaby, BC
Intermediate B&W Poster Caitlyn Mei, Richmond Hill, ON
Intermediate Poetry Caleb Marcella, Stokes Bay, ON
Intermediate Essay Morgan Svenkeson, Kinistino, SK
Junior Colour Poster Selena Quang, Nepean, ON
Junior B&W Poster Joseph Brink, Brampton, ON
Junior Poetry Adrian Van Gorkom, Powell River, BC
Junior Essay Emma Lunau-Smith, Guelph, ON
Primary Colour Poster Patrick Piao, Orillia, ON
Primary B&W Poster William Brink, Brampton, ON
The national winners this year are
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About the Poster and Literary Contests
The contests are divided into four categories: Primary (Poster Contest only) – grades 1,2 and 3; Junior – grades 4, 5 and 6; Intermediate – grades 7, 8 and 9; and Senior – grades 10, 11, 12. The contests are organized by Legion branches with schools in their area and the winning entries progress through various levels at the Legion with the final entries being forwarded to Legion national headquarters in Ottawa where they are judged and the national winners declared. Regarding the Literary Contest, participants are asked to submit an essay/composition or a poem with a Remembrance theme. Submissions are accepted in either French or English and are marked on the basis of originality of thought, expression, presentation, grammar and spelling. The Poster Contest participants are asked to submit their work in either black & white or colour format with the theme of Remembrance and what it represents to them. Similar to the Literary Contest, submissions are marked based on originality, expression and presentation. Plaques will be awarded to the national winners in each category and to the winners’ schools. Each of the first place winners in the senior category will also win a trip for two to attend the National Remembrance Day Ceremony held in Ottawa on November 11th, 2015 where they will place a wreath on behalf of the Youth of Canada. They will also have an opportunity to visit and meet with the Governor General and others in the Vice-Regal Party during this visit. The Senior winning entries in both the Literary and Poster Contests will also be displayed at the Canadian War Museum between July 1st, 2015 and May 1st, 2016. The second place winners and any participant receiving an Honourable Mention will be displayed in the foyer of the House of Commons during the annual Remembrance Day period in November 2015.
Anyone wishing to speak with this year’s winners or for further information regarding this contest is asked to contact Bruce Poulin at Dominion Command, The Royal Canadian Legion, at 1-613-591-3335 ext. 241 or by cell at 1-613-292-8760 or [email protected].
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Legion Acknowledges 15th Anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
OTTAWA, ON, May 28th, 2015 – The Royal Canadian Legion acknowledges the 15th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier today. “People seem to have forgotten that the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier was a Legion initiative which was part of the federal government’s Millennium Project coinciding with the Legion’s 75th Anniversary,” says Dominion President of The Royal Canadian Legion, Tom Eagles. The ceremony, held on Sunday May 28th 2000, was the culmination of two years of planning launched by the Legion in April 1998 and culminating with the disinterment of an unknown Canadian soldier from the Cabaret-Rouge Cemetery, France on May 25th 2000. “As part of our Mission, the Legion strives to ensure that those who paid the ultimate sacrifice are not forgotten. Whether it is through our promotion and organization of the national Remembrance Day Ceremony and other events across the country, our annual Poppy Campaign or the creation and care of memorials like the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier,” adds Eagles. “We honour the past and almost 116,000 Canadians who have, thus far, made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their country,” states Eagles. On Sunday May 28th 2000, the body of the Unknown Soldier was transported to the National War Memorial on a horse-drawn RCMP gun carriage. He was followed by more than 1,000 Veterans – one of the largest contingents of Veterans seen in many years. Then with full military honours, before a crowd of 15,000 the casket was re-interned in a sarcophagus in front of the National War Memorial. Before the casket was sealed, Legionnaires placed a handful of soil from each of Canada’s provinces and territories, as well as from the soldier’s former grave site on the casket. It is worth noting that Canadians spontaneously began placing Poppies on the tomb at the conclusion of the National Remembrance Day Ceremony and it has become a tradition to this day. While the Legion, with the support of other Veterans organizations, could recommend that a Tomb of the Unknown Soldier should be established at the National War Memorial, approval to do so rested in the hands of others. Indeed, a number of government agencies held responsibility for various aspects of the project and included Veterans Affairs Canada; Department of National Defence; Public Works and Government Services Canada; the Commonwealth War Graves Commission; and the National Capital Commission. To mark this important event the Dominion Executive Council (DEC) approved the design and distribution of a “Tomb of the Unknown Soldier” pin that is approved for Legion members to wear between November 1st 2015 and November 30th 2016. Legion members wishing to purchase this pin, while supplies last, are invited to visit our online store: www.shop.legion.ca6 or by calling toll free to 888-301-2268. For more information: Tomb of the Known Soldier – Backgrounder
For further information please contact Bruce Poulin at Dominion Command, at (613) 591-3335 ext. 241 or by cell at (613) 292-8760 or [email protected].
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Summer Display Cabinet
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And Our Deck Is Open
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Enjoy a nice cold drink on our outdoor Patio compliment your beverage with a snack, try one of our
fresh made sandwiches or how about a hot dog.
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Lobster and Steak Supper aka Surf and Turf
Hosted by the Royal Canadian Legion Whitby at 117 Byron street south
Saturday July 11th
In the upstairs banquet hall.
Cocktails 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Dinner 6:30 pm
Followed by Entertainment.
Don’t miss out tickets supplies are limited and are only on sale till July 8th, book early.
The cost is a mere $35.00 per person
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Cenotaph Restoration
Further Donations Received Humphris Family: $200 Anonymous: $020
Thanks to all
Sandra Andrews
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Hosted by the Royal Canadian Legion, Whitby # 112. Located at 117 Byron Street south.
Karaoke Night
Live with DJ Eric
On Saturday June 20th
From 7:00 pm till close.
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Seniors Day Tuesday, June 16th
2pm to 4pm Royal Canadian Legion Whitby is proud to present an Open House to celebrate all our seniors who have given so much
to our community.
Drop in and partake in the entertainment and snacks in the upstairs hall, provided by your friends at the legion.
Conveniently located in downtown Whitby at 117 Byron Street south.
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Canada Day
July 1st 2pm till Close
Celebrations
Come join us at the Royal Canadian Legion Whitby for our Open House
Enjoy our Bar-B-Que with our happy smiling chefs waiting patiently to prepare your choice of meat.
Relax with a cool refreshing beverage on our fully licensed deck.
Join friends and comrades in the club room, meet new and exciting people while listening and dancing to the entertainment
FUN STUFF ?
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MORE FUN STUFF ?
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Cenotaph Restoration
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Of Whitby's known 257 men and women who participated in the First World War, 43 men lost their lives. When the Whitby Branch of the Great War Veterans' Association was formed in 1920, they began raising funds to erect a war memorial to honour these fallen local soldiers.
The land on which the Cenotaph stands at Dundas and Green Streets was given to the club by Ontario County Judge and once-leader of the Home Guard Theodore McGillivray. The Cenotaph was erected in 1923 with the names of local soldiers who were killed in the First World War. It also included plaques commemorating the 116th and 182nd Battalions. In 1924, the citizens of Whitby attended the Cenotaph's dedication ceremony led by Lieutenant-Governor Harry Cockshutt. It has been the site for Whitby's Remembrance Day commemorations since then.
October 24, 1937
Legion Drumhead Service Parade. This photograph shows the Whitby Citizen's Band. Signage from stores and shops can be seen in the background including "Drink Coca Cola"; "Buckingham Cigarettes" "Bell's Taxi". Union flags are being carried by people parading and band members are playing trumpets and other brass instruments and drums. One of the drums says "Whitby Citizens Band".
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Photo of the children’s Colour Party in front of Whitby’s cenotaph on Victory in Europe Day, May 8, 1945. Whitby Public Library.
The Legion Hall was built in 1944-1945 on the east side of Byron Street between Dundas Street and Colborne Street. In 1949-1950 an addition was built on the north side of the hall.
head table guests at the first Remembrance Day dinner in the new Whitby Legion Hall. From left to right are: Peter Draimin; Frank Threadgold; Robert M. Deverell (Mayor); Reverend Captain E. Ralph Adye; Tom Semple; Reverend David Marshall (Legion Chaplain).
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Monday 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Wednesday 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Thursday 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Friday 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Saturday 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Sunday 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
SUMMER HOURS
EFFECTIVE JUNE 1ST TO SEPTEMBER 7TH
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Nailed it…
Lost It…
By: Capt. G.N. Hildebrandt, While stationed in Bosnia, we launched an operation to collect leftover war weapons from civilians. After a particularly good haul from one home, the sergeant in charge joked that they'd be back later to pick up the tank. The owner sheepishly led him to a shed behind the house. There stood a T-55 tank in perfect working order.
By: Sgt. P.R.P. Lublink, (Ret'd) One Sunday morning not long after I was posted to CFB Borden, Ontario, for temporary duty, I was hitchhiking from the base chapel back to my quarters. After a car picked me up, the driver offered to make a small detour and take me right to my front door. As we drove, my Samaritan told me that hitchhiking on base was prohibited and I was lucky the Base Chief Warrant Officer hadn't caught me or I'd have been given extra duties and confined to barracks. I admitted I was unaware of the regulation and thanked him for the advice. Just before he dropped me off, I asked who he was. My new base commander, he said.
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ROGERS, Dale January 7, 1939 - May 4, 2015
Peacefully after a lengthy illness, it is with broken hearts we share with you the sad news that Dale Rogers passed away on the evening of Monday, May 4, 2015, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. He will be forever missed, honored and fondly remembered, as a devoted, hardworking family man, deeply committed to his wife and family.
He is survived by his wife Carole of 52 years, two daughters, Kim Pritchard (Tom) of BC, Karen Rogers (Doug Laird) of West Galt and son Kelly of Whitby, five grandchildren, Travis, Josh, Andrew, Trevor and Paulette and three great-grandchildren, Bria, Sawyer and Nixon, mother-in-law Hazel Clark of NB, several sister and brother-in-laws, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion BR112 for over 35 years, actively participated in the poppy program, parades and played piano and sang to seniors during his regular visits to local senior long term care facilities. In his earlier days he was very sought after, singing regularly in Church and at Weddings and Funerals. He retired from Messier-Dowty Ajax, in 2002, after over 25 years of service. He was an avid gardener, loved horses and talking about yester year and had numerous hobbies.
MITCHELL, Edward
Peacefully at Ajax & Pickering Hospital on May 3, 2015 in his 90th year. Beloved husband of Ann (married 66 years). Survived by his two sons David and Alan. Sadly missed by his brother Roy, sister Jennie and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brothers Bill, Frank and Walter. Eddie was a Navy Veteran in WWII. He was also a 69-year member of The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 322 in Ajax. He was also a member of the Oshawa Shrine Club. He was known for his hockey abilities, playing until just before his 80th birthday. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Ajax Legion or the Oshawa Shrine Club.
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BATE, MURRAY L. Member of Bowmanville Legion Branch #178 and attended the Sir William Stevenson Legion Branch in Oshawa. It is with great sadness after a brief illness the family announce the passing of their father at the age of 97 years. Murray, beloved husband of the late Vera (Ruiter). Loved father of Ted and his wife Sandra of Kitchener, Pat and her husband Don Barta of Oshawa and Debbie and her husband Brian Burgess of Calgary.
Lovng grandfather of Steve and his wife Tawnya of Kitchener, Scott and his wife Dawn of Kitchener and Jennifer and her husband Terry Ladan of Calgary. Great-grandfather of Avery Jayne, Hunter, Evelynne all of Kitchener, Lucas and Gwen both of Calgary. Donations to the Legion Poppy Fund, Sickkids Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be gratefully appreciated.
SUDDARD, Henry Arnold (August 3, 1918 - May 24, 2015)
Peacefully with his family by his side at Extendicare Cobourg on Sunday, May 24, 2015 in his 97th year. Henry, beloved husband of Grace Suddard of 65 years. Loving father of Lynn (Leisa) and Thomas. Proud grandpa of Jaime, Riley, Ryan, Shawna and great grandpa of Callan and Piper. Dear brother of Ross (Doreen) and the late Harold (Jean), William (Kay), Bruce (Florence), Frank (Jeanne), Ted (Durelle), Beatrice Crothers (Don), Doris Clark (Bill) and Lorraine Murdoch (Bruce). Predeceased by his parents Harry and Olive Suddard. Henry will be lovingly remembered by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. A special thanks to the staff at Extendicare Cobourg for their care and kindness. Henry was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 43, life member of Durham Electrical Maintenance Association, Oshawa Green Gaels Lacrosse Club, Oshawa Curling Club, CAW member of GM retirees, The Oshawa Senior Citizens Club and Sgt. in the RCAF.
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