August 2024 Update

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August is turning out to be a very busy month.  Lots going on and lots of events coming up.

Where has the summer gone?  Besides too many rain dates!

August 17th – Day of Remembrance – Dieppe Park, 10:00 am.  Deceased members are honoured with an engraved brick.  Please attend to show the family our support and recognition of our missing WECSSO members.

August 23- Golf Tournament – Orchard View Golf Course – Spaces still available.  Last day to register is August 15th.  See Mike Palenchar for more information mikepalenchar1@outlook.com

Playoffs – are just around the corner:

          Blue Division – Tuesday, August 20th

          Green Division – Monday, August 26th

          Red Division – September 16th

 Annual General Meeting – October 2nd   – 1 pm at Ciociaro Club. All members should attend!  Purpose to review the year’s activities and elect 6 members to our Board of Directors.  If you have any questions or concerns about our organization, this meeting is for you.  More information to follow.

Annual Banquet – October 16th – Ciociaro Club – Tickets on sale starting August 12th – $25 – with a $10.00 refund at the door for players only.   Last day for ticket sales will be at the AGM October 2nd.  Guests are encouraged to attend.

More information to follow. 

Indoor Baseball – November – is full and registration is closed. 

Appreciation Lunch

Another great day spent with fellow players and teammates.  Thanks to Unifor Local #444 for their generous donation and to the organizers and volunteers who made it happen.

Canned Food Drive

The Downtown Mission received 1200 pounds of food and canned goods.  In addition, our members gave $1140.00 in cash to buy additional food items.

Thank you for making a difference!

Sponsorships to Date

It is the mandate of WECSSO to support organized sport leagues and other activities.

Dragon Boat – $1000 – Wonder Broads – breast cancer survivors

Downtown Mission – $1140  and 1200 pounds of food

Windsor South Canadians – $1500 – Provincial Championship

Forest Glade Baseball League – $350 – sponsor a team

University of Windsor – $600 –  Women’s Fastball – monies towards a pitching machine

Goodfellows – $500 – donation

Canned Food Drive

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A huge THANK YOU to all our members who gave so generously to the Canned Food Drive last week. 

What a great difference you have made!   Thanks to Jack Bump and helpers for organizing the event.

The Downtown Mission received 1200 pounds of food and canned goods.  In addition, our members gave another $1140.00 in cash towards the purchase of additional food goods. 

What an outstanding response to the needs of our community! 

 

 

APPRECIATION LUNCH 2024

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We graciously thank Local #444 and WECSSO for making our Appreciation Day possible for all three divisions.

Also a special thanks to Jack Bump and the Social Committee for organizing both days along with Matt Janisse for generously donating the Pavilion area.

Food was provided by Chochi’s Pizza in Essex. 

Thanks to the servers, Jack, Barbara and Donna.  The line went smooth and everyone had lots to eat.

Thanks to the volunteers that assisted with the draw for door prizes and the Share the Wealth draw.

To those who brought door prizes, thank you for your wonderful gifts.

To all three divisions, and Aldo for their cooperation in taking the group picture.

It is always a good day when we can celebrate together after enjoying a great day of ball!

See everyone next year!

Gary Soumis

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Gary Soumis passed away suddenly at the age of 73 on July 10, 2024. Cherished father of Amy Soumis-Crowell (Kevin) and James Soumis (Sherri). Proud Papa of Alexandra and Kamryn Crowell, Sylar and Slater Soumis. Proud dog dad to late Riley. Brother of Linda Soumis. Dear Uncle of Corrie (Tom), Carrie (Tim), and Kellie (Jay). Predeceased by his parents Harry and Doris Soumis. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends, especially Vickie, Ron, Mr. Mike, Dan and Chuck.

Gary retired after 30 years of service with the City of Windsor. He enjoyed many hobbies including fishing, baseball, volleyball, cards, and especially bowling.

Visitation will take place at WINDSOR CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME – Banwell Chapel, 11677 Tecumseh Rd. E. (519-253-7235) on Sunday, July 14, 2024, from 11:00 am until time of Funeral Service at 1:00 pm in the Chapel. Cremation to follow.

Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at https://windsorchapel.com