OPP lay over 1,000 speeding charges Labour Day weekend
Long-time St. Clair councillor passes
September 12, 2024
The flag in front of the St. Clair Township Civic Centre, Mooretown Sports Complex and Emergency Services buildings have been lowered after the death of a long-time former councillor.
Jim DeGurse, who was 86, passed away Monday.
DeGurse was first elected councillor with St. Clair Township in 1998 until 2006. He was relected in 2010 and served until 2022.
In his obituary, family said DeGurse was born in Moore Township and was devoted to his community serving as the past president of the Brigden Fair, with Lambton Elderly Outreach, Operation Christmas Tree and Mooretown Silver Stick as well as serving as a player and coach for both minor baseball and hockey.
“Faith and family were number one in his heart,” wrote the family adding he loved to play practical jokes on friends and family. “He will be remembered for his mischievous smile, his loyalty, his integrity, his kindness and his generosity.”
DeGurse’s funeral will be Monday.
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