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FROM THE EDITOR.
Leaves are falling, we have had our first frost, tons of Dogberries..and some of us hardy souls are still getting in the odd round of golf. Life is Good!! Trust everyone enjoyed the Thanksgiving weekend with family and friends. The highlight of the Social Calendar for October, was our Annual Dinner and Dance which took place on October 26th ad Div. HQ. Mess. All who attended enjoyed a great meal and danced the night away to great music. A more complete report along with the Calendar of Events is contained in the Social Committee page.
Our happy times in life are so often interspersed with sad times and September/October seemed to have our share of sad times as we received reports of comrades and family members having passed on or fallen ill. Our sincere condolences to those who have lost loved ones and a speedy recovery to those who
have to deal with their various medical issues.
Plans are underway for a group of Veterans to “motor west” from St. John’s on November 10th, to visit veteran groups and detachments along the way and then take part in Remembrance Day ceremonies in Deer Lake. Hope to have a report in the November Newsletter.
Thanks again to District Representatives, Executive, Committee Chairs and members who have provided items for this edition and a reminder to everyone to forward any stories, reports or items of interest to the membership.
Cheers!
TROOP REUNION IN PLANNING STAGE…
Troop 21, of 1975/76, was the first Co-Ed Troop of the RCMP. Elaine Forbes (nee McMahon) Retired Reg.# 33126, is heading up the search for members from Troop 20, their Sister/Brother Troop, to help organize their troop. The plan is for June 2016, so if you are a member of troop 20 or 21, contact Elaine Forbes via following email: [email protected]
LEST WE FORGET
ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE
VETERAN’S ASSOCIATION
MONTHLY MEETING
2013-10-15
OPENING REMARKS, MOMENT OF SILENCE, WELCOMING
The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, 2013-10-15 at the RCMP Headquarters Building, White Hills, St. John’s, NL. The meeting was called to order by President, Jim Skanes. A moment of silence was observed for departed comrades and friends.
The meeting started off with a presentation by HB Group, an affiliate of Co-Op Insurance. They went over various coverage’s and savings and benefits we could obtain. We (vets) are included in the RCMP Group. Vets have to identify themselves as RCMP Vets when getting a quote or policy.
Pres. Jim also advised that Johnsons Insurance give us, Veterans Association, a % of premiums from members in NL. Again Vets have to identify themselves as RCMP Vets when getting a quote or policy.
MINUTES – errors/omissions, approval of minutes
There were no errors or omissions noted from the minutes of the last meeting of November, 2012. It was motioned by George Powell and seconded by Duane Walsh that the minutes be adopted as published. Minutes adopted.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
Len STRATTON sent an email thanking Veterans who attended the funeral for the Late Ed DOUPE in Clarenville. This was very much appreciated by Ed’s family.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Terry Gallant filed treasurer’s report.
VICE-PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Nothing to report.
SICK AND VISITING REPORT
A number of messages have been sent out updating the conditions of Gerry Bambury, Pat Gehue and Kory Turpin.
Murray Evans advised he has been sending out sympathy and get well cards for an extended period of time and would now like to turn that over to someone else. President Jim said he would get a member of the association to take on those duties.
BENEFITS/FSNA
Nothing to report
KLONDYKE NIGHT
The next Klondyke night will be the last Klondyke Night. The committee needs $85,000.00 to go over the 1 million dollar mark for donations since it started. Vets Association will offer support.
MEMBERSHIP
No applications this month.
NATIONAL ISSUES
Our National By-Laws are being reviewed by Ian Atkins. Some information on this study will be on our National Website and members are encouraged to go there.
ENTERAINMENT
Our next event will be our annual Dinner and Dance on Oct 26th. Some concern was expressed that there wasn’t enough interest; however as of processing these minutes, there is enough interest/commitment to follow through with it.
NEW BUSINESS
Email List – Trudy Murray advised she is not getting an emails. Terry Gallant and Alex McInnis will review and update to ensure accuracy.
Ken Ellis inquired if emails that are sent out are blind copied. Secretary Alex McInnis responded that it is the intention to send out blind copied emails, in order to protect the email list, however occasionally one is send out in error which is not blind copied.
There will be a recruiting drive across the province which will coincide with NOV 11th ceremonies. A group of vets from St. John’s will travel to Deer Lake to attend the NOV 11th service. Ed Lutz will organize same. They will then travel to Gander to have a supper meeting and meet with Gander area vets.
Meeting adjourned at 2120 hr.
Next meeting is Tuesday, November 19th
MINUTES OF THE RCMP VETS LADIES AUXILIARY OCTOBER 15/2013
The regular monthly meeting was held at RCMP HQTS, White Hills on October 15th/2013
after a presentation from The Co-Operators Insurance Group to the Men and the Ladies Veterans Associations.
The meeting was called to order by President Louise Gallant with a moment of silence for all departed members.
ATTENDING: Vera Frampton, Pat Power, Cheryl Skanes, Louise Gallant, Carol Medd, Gladys Vivian, Helen Taylor, Stella Evans, Eliza Reeve, Winnie Robbins, Ria Strong, Emma Jenkins, Verna Anstey, Linda Wiggins, Jean Ellis, Fern Lutz.
MINUTES; The minutes from the last meeting were read by Jean Ellis. Adopted by Emma Jenkins and seconded by Pat Power.
TREASURER,S REPORT: Gladys Vivian reports we now have a balance of $592.61 in our account. Adopted by Jean Ellis, seconded by Helen Taylor.
ELECTIONS: As there was no nominating committee President Louise Gallant presented the names of the new executive who will serve for the next two years as follows.
President-------------------Louise Gallant
Vice President-------------Carol Medd
Treasurer-------------------Gladys Vivian
Secretary-------------------Margaret MacCharles
The Executive will remain the same with the exception of the Secretary which Margaret MacCharles will now fill.
SICK VISITING: Gerry Bambury is still in Hospital in Nova Scotia and recovering slowly from his surgery. Kory Turpin, son of Elaine Turpin has been in Hospital for over a month in serious condition. We will keep them both in our thoughts and prayers.
CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON: After some discussion about our annual Christmas Luncheon, the date decided was December 16 at Clovelly Golf Club. Again this year our Auxiliary will contribute $500.00 towards the cost. Stella Evans will make arrangements for this event.
DINNER MEETINGS: We are having our dinner meetings catered now by an outside source which means we are doing the setup beforehand and the cleanup afterwards. For the next meeting Stella Evans, Jean Ellis and Pat Power have volunteered their services. By doing it this way, it reduces the cost of the meal and so far it seems to be working well.
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DONATIONS TO CHARITY: Every year we give $100.00 to our charity of choice.This will be decided on at the next meeting.
UPCOMING EVENTS: Hazel Hurman’s Nail Salon, A joint session with the men for a presentation of First Aid, CPR etc, Annual Dinner and Dance on October 26.
At the closing of the meeting Stella Evans presented our President Louise Gallant with a bouquet of flowers. Louise has had an injury to her foot and is wearing a supportive boot splint. We are wishing her a speedy recovery.
The meeting was adjourned by Stella Evans, seconded by Emma Jenkins.
NEXT MEETING: The next meeting will be held on November 19/2013.
Respectfully submitted by Jean Ellis.
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FLASHBACK….1972
(Ed. Note) Thanks to Alex McInnis, for sending along this 1972 newspaper clipping of the RCMP Civil Service Softball Team. If you have any old photos of people or events from the past, please send them along. Always nice to look back.
DISTRICT REPORTS –
Gander/Lewisporte District
(by Ken Chatman – District Rep.)
There was a gathering once again, 14 in total, at the Country Kitchen in the Gander Mall. There were several housekeeping items to deal with and most of that was done prior to the arrival of MP Scott Simms. There was a strong hint from Claude Elliott that there would be a turr supper later in the fall/early winter. He did state however, that the turrs are still on the wing. Maybe he’s counting Turrs before they’re shot!!!
Scott drops by once in a while for a general and relaxing chit chat and a few laughs. Vets in attendance included Eric Murray, Paul Hitchcock, Lindsay Fraser, Eddie Philpott, Len Snook, Roy Luscombe, Joe McGuire, Don Caravan, Bob Healey, Earl Roddick, Jerry O’Brien, Honorary Vet Claude Elliott, MP Scott and the undersigned. Scott picked up the tab. Thanks.
The 25th Annual Eastport Agricultural Parade took place on October 12th and we had a total of twenty Vets and serving members involved. Joe McGuire led the troops past the Grand Stand at the town hall where Supt. Jeff Hunter took the salute. We had two more members than last year and at this rate we’ll have a full troop in about six years. There were regular members from Glovertown Detachment and Vets from St. John’s area, Gander, Glovertown and Culls Harbour. The temps were a little cool with the wind NW but once the parade got underway, it soon warmed up. Overall it was a nice day weather wise. A number of the Vets brought their spouses along to take advantage of the craft fair at Holy Cross School and an hearty meal of pea soup at the S.U.F. Hall.
Clarenville District
(by Len Stratton - District Rep.)
The funeral for S/Sgt. Edward W. Doupe #18940 Ret’d was held in Clarenville on October 10th at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Regular members and Veterans turned out to support the family and to show our respect for Ed. The funeral included family, friends and members of the Royal Canadian Legion of which Ed was a long time member. The Clarenville Area RCMP Veterans Group wishes to thank all the members and veterans who turned out for
the funeral. Our appreciation and the family’s appreciation are extended to those who attended from Clarenville, Glovertown, Gander and St. John’s including SD.R. (Dave) Tipple Staff Sergeant Major "B" Division. Members of the Clarenville Area RCMP Veterans Group are gearing up to begin a series of Safety and Security presentations to seniors in the Clarenville Area. (cont’d next page)
( Clarenville Report Cont’d) These presentations for seniors will be
conducted at the various church halls and basements and will include lunch.
There are presentations booked for the months of November, January and February. Our veterans group would like to thank Corporal Doreen Keefe of Clarenville RCMP Detachment for her assistance in putting our program for seniors together. On Thursday October 17th the Clarenville veterans met for coffee at Robins in Clarenville. A number of our veterans were either away or hunting; however, John Wells, Hansen Dalton, Al Bert, Elmer Ryzuk, Graham Bursey, Doug Hyde, Len Stratton and Joe Lowe were in attendance. The morning passed quickly given that a few typical stories and a few jokes were shared. The Clarenville Area RCMP Veterans Group would like to extend our prayers to Al McPhee who is confined to bed as a
result of his illness. We would also like to extend our prayers and best wishes to Patsy Humby who is recovering from surgery and to John Well’s wife Angelia undergoing treatment for cancer. Any veterans who are travelling and wish to join us during our coffee meets are welcome to do so on the third Thursday of the month, 10:00 a.m. at Robins.
Editors Note: We do not have a formal report from Grand Falls District this month.
Artie reports that things were very quiet and their scheduled breakfast had to be cancelled due to training activities at the Detachment. Artie will be back with a full report next month.
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How many Veterans do it to hang “three balloons”?? The “Fatigue Detail”…decorates for the Annual Dinner & Dance. Anyone know who’s in charge?..!! Thanks to George Powell for the Photo.
PASSING THE TORCH
Doupe, Edward W. Reg. # 18940, S/Sgt. Rtd. -Passed peacefully away at Dr. G B Cross Memorial Hospital, Clarenville on Saturday, October 5, 2013, Edward Doupe of Clarenville, aged 78 years. Predeceased by parents: Bill and Mary Doupe; brother Ernie Doupe. Leaving to mourn his wife Agnes; children: Duane (Marina), Pasadena, Carmel (Heber Smith), Clarenville, John (Paula), Innisfil, Ont., Bill (Cher), Ottawa, Ont., and Kelly (Stephanie), Barrie, Ont.; grandchildren: Leah, Joel, Kearston, Andrew, Syklar, Marissa, Evelyn and Benjamin; step-grandchildren: Triston, Aidan and Reagan; brothers Don (Adele), Winnipeg, Man. and Clifford (Brenda), Creston, B.C.; and a large circle of family and friends. Cremation has taken place.. Funeral service took place at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 10, 2013 at Our Lady of Fatima, Roman Catholic Church, Clarenville.
Mennie, William “Bill” James Alexander, # 24462, Ret. Cst. of Pennfield NB passed away peacefully at the Saint John Regional Hospital Palliative Care Unit on Saturday, October 12, 2013. Leaving to mourn his loving and devoted wife Isabelle “Kay”, one aunt, Alice (Alonzo) Hall of St. George NB, one uncle, Robert (Theresa) Anderson of Fredericton NB, son and daughter, Bill and Sonya of Newfoundland, several nieces, nephews and a large circle of friends. Funeral Service was held at Christ Church (Anglican), Pennfield NB on Tuesday at 1:00 pm with Rev. Canon Keith Osborne officiating, followed by the interment at the parish cemetery.
Tibbo, Samuel James R.C.M.P. (Retired) Passed suddenly on Friday, October 11, 2013, in P.E.I. Leaving loving wife “Rusty” (Vessey), daughter Pamela Slobodesky (Ward), son Jamie, grandchildren: Emma Jean and Curtis, Halifax , and granddaughter MacKenzie Tibbo, Ontario, sister-in-law Jean Rideout, B.C., sister-in-law Gerri Vessey (Rupert, deceased), nephews and nieces, cherished cousin Hanna Welsh (Bill), Newfoundland. Funeral took place on Saturday from Park Royal United Church at 11:00 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Park Royal United Church.
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HEALEY,
Passed away suddenly at the James Paton Memorial Hospital, Gander on Friday, October 25th, 2013, Betty Louise Healey, wife of S/Sgt. Robert Healey (Ret’d) and mother of S/Sgt. Scott Healey (Patricia), ”J” Division, Moncton, NB. Predeceased by her parents Edwin and Olive Janes, brothers Raymond and Charles and sister Marjorie. Also leaving to mourn; grandchildren Joshua, Jeremy and Ryan and a large circle of family and friends. Funeral service was held on Monday, October 28th at 11:00 A.M. From the Fraser Road United Church, Gander. Interment followed at the Interfaith (United) Cemetery, Grand Falls – Windsor.
Turpin, Kory Paul
Kory Paul Turpin - Passed peacefully away after a short illness on Saturday, October 19th, 2013 at the Health Sciences Centre, Kory Paul Turpin, aged 35 years. Leaving to mourn his loving wife Stephanie; his children:Anthony, Alaina, Robbie and their mother Becky DeLorenzo Turpin; mother Elaine Turpin; father RCMP Veteran Wayne Turpin (Lily); grandparents: Carmel Turpin, Mrs. Eileen Freake (Garland), Mr. George A.Pauls (Dougie), Mrs. Faustina Cummings, Isabelle Atkinson; mother and father-in-law Geoff and Donna Atkinson; and a large circle of Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews and friends. A private family celebration will be held to celebrate Kory's life.
Sick & Visiting – (provided by George Powell)
Gerry Bambury and Nancy have returned home from Halifax. We are told that Gerry’s condition is slowly improving. Hopefully, being home and with Nancy’s continuing care , Gerry is on the road to a speedy recovery.
Larry Power recently underwent tests which determined that he will require Bypass Surgery. The procedure has not yet been scheduled but expected to be soon. We will keep everyone updated.
Law Enforcement Support Group (provided by George Powell)
Edwina Escott (previously Member/Employee Assistance Coordinator for B Div) has been transferred to Federal Ops East (still in Div HQ). She was involved in organizing an Alcohol Support Group for Law Enforcement personnel exclusively. This group is up and running, and Edwina would like to circulate the information to Vets in the (unlikely) event that someone might be aware of an individual who could benefit from the group.
The reason for the Law Enforcement exclusivity is that in the regular groups, Law Enforcement personnel would encounter persons they deal with in their work life. (A difficult situation).
I am copying this to Edwina so you can obtain detailed information from her.
God bless,
George
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HOUSE SITTER AVAILABLE – (following forwarded by President Jim Skanes, on behalf of Veteran Gerry Lynch)
Hello Jim. Trust you are getting ready for the Thanksgiving weekend and all is well with you and your family. We are settled into Calgary and busy with renovations on our house. Our address is 141 Signal Hill Circle SW, Calgary (403 803 4848) in the event anyone travels out this way. It would be great to show some Western hospitality after the many years of Newfoundland hospitality. Looking for a favour, if I can ask. Alice and I were looking forward to returning to St. John's from January to April to be with our daughter who is at MUN. We had arranged
a house exchange with friends in St. John's however this has fallen through. I would appreciate if you would canvas the St. John's vets to see if anyone is interested in having a house sitter from January to April while they enjoy travels elsewhere. The house sitters would be Alice, me and our daughter Jillian. Thanks for your assistance Jim. I look forward to hearing from you. Happy Thanksgiving Gerry
