Death of Retired NRPS Officer – (Cst) Kevin Hiscoe

Posted on March 16, 2017 by ppaniagara

 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Kevin on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at his home surrounded by his family. Beloved Husband and best friend of Janet. Loving Father to Laura and Michael (Jessica). Cherished Grand Dad to Josephine. Devoted son to Shirley (the late Bruce) and Brother to Nancy (Ed) Manigold, Cheryl (Gary) Talbot and Debbie (Don) Senft. Brother in law to Don (Shirley) Hogan, Karen Hogan and Jim (Sharon) Hogan. Uncle to Katie, Chelsea, Erin, Adam, Ryan, Nicole, Ashley, Bradley, Rachel, Jessica and Mike. Kevin will be missed by many friends and extended family members. The family would like to thank Nurses Sue, Helen, Dianne and Irene as well as PSWs Katie and both Wendys from ParaMed for all their care and support. A special thank you to Heather W. from Hospice Niagara for her dedication and compassion. Kevin had many caring and supporting friends, Laura, Matt, Dan, Leigh-ann, Ken, Brenda, Raf and Patricia to name a few. In accordance to Kevin’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 585 Carlton St., on Friday, March 17, 2017 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. A Celebration of Kevin’s Life will be held in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, March 18, 2017 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Niagara.

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Death of Retired NRPS Member (Cst) James Peter Birtles

Posted on March 13, 2017 by ppaniagara

BIRTLES, James “Peter” – (retired Niagara Regional Police) Longtime resident of the Village of Queenston passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at the Greater Niagara General Hospital with family by his side, in his 90th year. Husband for 65 years of Mary. Loving Dad of Stephen (Betty) Birtles, Alison (Jim) Fraser, Sheila (Jack) Karr and his late infant daughter Mary Birtles(1953). Cherished Grandad of Stephen and Alysha Birtles, Sarah Holford, Graeme Fraser, the late Graeme Birtles, and the late Rachel Birtles. Great-grandfather of Cody Holford. Peter retired as a proud member of the Niagara Regional Police Force and was a 35 year member of the International Police Association. Family and friends will be received on Saturday, March 18, 2017 from 12 – 1p.m. at the HULSE & ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 75 Church St. (905-684-6346). A Memorial Service will be held in the chapel at 1 p.m. Cremation has taken place. If desired, memorial donations made to Bethesda Home Foundation or the Niagara Falls Humane Society would be appreciated by the family. Online tributes may be made at www.hulseandenglish.com13154354

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OMERS achieves 10.3% return for local public sector workers – February 24, 2017

Posted on March 3, 2017 by ppaniagara

OMERS, the pension plan for Ontario’s municipal employees, further improved its funded status in 2016 with an increase to 93.4% due to strong investment returns, and member and employer contributions. The 2016 net investment return was 10.3% (after all expenses), compared to a benchmark of 7.9%, and a net return of 6.7% in 2015. Net assets grew $8.1 billion in 2016 to $85.2 billion…..Read more here on the OMERS Website

 
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Carl Scott, Niagara Parks Police chief, to retire

Posted on February 17, 2017 by ppaniagara

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Fraud Warning – Can you hear me?’: Don’t say ‘Yes’ in new telephone scam

Posted on February 6, 2017 by ppaniagara

“It’s called the ‘Can you hear me’ scam and reports in the U.S. suggest it’s growing in popularity as fraudsters use it to try to get your money” says Consumer Reporter  Global News.

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Death of Retired NRPS Civilian Member – Barbara Abbott

Posted on February 3, 2017 by ppaniagara

ABBOTT, Barbara – Passed away at Extendicare, St. Catharines on Tuesday, January 17th, 2017 in her 97th year. Predeceased by her husbands Jack Murray and Frank Abbott. Barbara is survived by 2 nieces in the U.K. Barb retired in 1985 from the N.R.P.F., a job she thoroughly enjoyed. A Celebration of Barbara’s will be held in the chapel of the HULSE & ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME , 75 Church Street (905-684-6346) on Saturday, February 4th at 1pm. If so desired donations made to the Lincoln County Humane Society or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. On-line tributes may be made at www.hulseandenglish.com.

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Protected: Retirement Celebration (February 23rd) – Carol Berry and Alison Carr-Kohut

Posted on February 1, 2017 by ppaniagara

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PPAO Info – RE: Proposed Taxing of Health Benefits

Posted on February 1, 2017 by ppaniagara
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Death of Retired NRPS Member – (Cst.) Kenneth Woehl

Posted on January 17, 2017 by ppaniagara

k-woehlWOEHL, Kenneth Russell Kenneth Russell Woehl passed away peacefully at the West Parry Sound Health Centre, on Friday, January 13th, 2017. Age 64 years. Beloved husband of Peggi. Loving son of Ethel and the late Russell Woehl. Dear father of Jennifer and her husband John Pennacchio; and Matthew and his wife Diana. Cherished “Poppy” of John Russell, Jacob and Joshua Pennacchio; and Grandpa of Adam and Natalie Woehl. Dear brother of Ellen and her husband Kevin Collis. Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Cremation has taken place. A special thank you to the Dunchurch community for their love and support. A Celebration of Ken’s Life will take place on Saturday, February 4th, from 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. at the Williams Funeral Home, Ridgeway. A second Celebration of Ken’s Life will take place on Sunday, February 12th, from 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. at the Dunchurch Royal Canadian Legion, Branch # 394. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Dunchurch Legion Branch #394, or the Whitestone Hagerman Memorial Library “Future Endeavors Program” would be appreciated.

Further to this post: Ken retired from the NRPS on June 1, 2000 with 27 years of police service. He primarily was assigned to duties in Niagara Falls, Fort Erie and the Marine Unit with his last posting at the old 23 Division (5D) in Fort Erie.

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Protected: Rick “Flash” Gordon’s Retirement Party – Thursday, February 2, 2017

Posted on January 17, 2017 by ppaniagara

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