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President Darrell Rowe

Vice President Lyn Stevens 

Treasurer Cynthia Lord

Secretary Sandy Campbell

House   Darrell Rowe

Bridge Development  Maureen Nichols

Social  Jocelyne Roy

Membership  Birte Ayer

Member at Large  Marlene Steele

Club Manager  Anne Martens

Web Site Administrator   Donna Wales

Past President      Bill Fox

Verna Holland Obituary

 

Katherine Verna Holland  Former PBC Member 

Verna passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Empress Gardens at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late Robert James Holland. Loving mother of Robert (Wendy), Carol (Paul), John (Marg) and Brian (Kathryn). Proud Nana of Tim (Kristi), Katie (Kenneth), Kelsey (Kyle), Karen, Steven, Becky (Cory), Michael (Sherry), Kelly (Dan), Meghan (Eli), Heather (Andre), and Matthew. Cherished "Big V" to her great-grandchildren Isabella, Brock, Clark, Charlotte, Jordan, Lakelynn, Kevin, Liam, Brett, and Casper. Predeceased by her siblings Hazel, Margaret, and Steve. Lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. 

Verna started life in Coventry England but during the Second World War was sent to live with relatives in Scotland. Living with her three aunts in Peebles, she came to love the rolling hills surrounding the quaint village. On her return, and after the war, she met Bob, and they were soon married. Together they had an adventurous spirit and in the early days of their marriage, they left their home for a two-year stint in Canada where Bob had secured a position in helping to design and build the famed Avro Arrow. There in Toronto, they started to build a family and made many lifelong friends among their neighbours at their first home on Nipigon Avenue. Over time, many of the neighbours moved on but they stayed in touch with their much-loved annual get-togethers at Grand Bend on the sandy shores of Lake Huron. Finally settling in Peterborough, where Bob worked for General Electric and Verna worked for Ruddy Electric as General Manager. 

Like many Canadians, they soon discovered the great outdoors and spent many weekends and holidays camping. In time, they decided to bid on a raw piece of land on Big Cedar and build their own cottage. In the early days, it was quite rustic with no electricity or road access. Together, Bob and Verna built the cottage into a family compound where the next generations would come to love life by the lake. There, Verna and family played many card games, Rummikub, Scrabble, cryptic crosswords, and other diversions such as relaxing on the dock with a glass of Pinot Grigio and sharing stories over a campfire. 

Verna had a great passion for duplicate bridge. Along with long-long friends, Betty Turner, Phyllis Geddes, and many others, they were competitive and earned the Life Master designations that recognized their skills. With a wide group of friends, they competed in several National Championships and countless other tournaments. 

Verna's family are deeply grateful to the nurses, PSWs and staff of Empress Gardens and previously at the Royal Gardens Retirement Residence for their kindness and care. A special thank you to Dr. Wester and Dr. Kathiravelu for their compassion along with their unwavering dedication to Verna's care. 

Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, July 29, 2024, at St. Anne's Church, 859 Barnardo Ave at 11:00 a.m. In honour of Verna, donations to the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre would be appreciated by her family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.comstockkaye.com

Published online June 29, 2024 in the Peterborough Examiner

Visit Comstock-Kaye Life Celebration Centre to see the obituary, events and guestbook.

Funeral Arrangements by

Comstock-Kaye Life Celebration Centre

Dwight's Lessons


Peterborough Bridge Club Classes with Dwight

New - Thursday Morning Lessons, April 15th, 9:30 - 11:30 am

Zero Tolerance at PBC

We strive to have a "Play Nice" atmosphere at our bridge club. Players are encouraged to respect their partners and opponents at all times. Comments on bidding or play of the hand can wait until after the game. If you feel that any player is not acting according to the policy, call the director.

PBC Bridge Directors Needed

New Directors needed at PBC

Contact Anne Martens if you are interested in becoming a director.

amartens311@gmail.com

For information about becoming a director,

Click Director Resources in the blue side menu. 

  • Duplicate Decisions
  • Bridge Director's Handbook
  • Laws of Duplicate Bridge
Web Site Administrator

Please note the change of email address for:

Anne Heffernan 

705-748-5619 

aheff@sympatico.ca

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President’s Message
June, 2024

As your incoming President, I am honored to lead our club over the next few years. As many of you know I have been an active member of the club for the past 7 years and have served as a Board Member for the past year as House Director.I would like to extend my thanks and appreciation to our previous President, Bill Fox. My job is to ensure that the Bridge Club thrives, and Bill has certainly set the stage for success. Thank you, Bill, for your work and leadership over the past 2 years.

I also want to thank Marvyn Hall for serving as Treasurer for the past 9 years. His meticulous accounting skills have served the club well. Cynthia Lord has offered to serve as our new Treasurer. Cynthia has over 30 years of experience as a bookkeeper, and we welcome her to the Board Executive Team. I am also sad to announce that after 11 years of serving as the Bridge Club’s Website Manager Anne Heffernan has decided it is time to retire. Anne was instrumental in the creation of the website and has worked hard to ensure that the information on the site was accurate and up to date. The Nominating Committee is looking for a replacement and if you are interested, please contact Lyn Stevens.

I am pleased to announce that the club will be hosting a volunteer appreciation luncheon and bridge game on June 15th. The event will serve to thank and celebrate our members who have taken the time to teach and assist with lessons and help with the maintenance and operation of our club. About 40 of our members have volunteered over the past year, and this serves as a testament of our member’s commitment to ensure that the club thrives. If you have volunteered in any capacity over the past year, please let us know if you wish to attend this event, by including your name to the sign-up sheet posted at the club. A light luncheon will be served followed by a fun afternoon of Bridge. This event is open and free to all volunteers.

Darrell Rowe,  PBC President

President's Message June 1, 2024

As your incoming President, I am honored to lead our club over the next few years. As many of you know I have been an active member of the club for the past 7 years and have served as a Board Member for the past year as House Director.I would like to extend my thanks and appreciation to our previous President, Bill Fox. My job is to ensure that the Bridge Club thrives, and Bill has certainly set the stage for success. Thank you, Bill, for your work and leadership over the past 2 years.

I also want to thank Marvyn Hall for serving as Treasurer for the past 9 years. His meticulous accounting skills have served the club well. Cynthia Lord has offered to serve as our new Treasurer. Cynthia has over 30 years of experience as a bookkeeper, and we welcome her to the Board Executive Team. I am also sad to announce that after 11 years of serving as the Bridge Club’s Website Manager Anne Heffernan has decided it is time to retire. Anne was instrumental in the creation of the website and has worked hard to ensure that the information on the site was accurate and up to date. The Nominating Committee is looking for a replacement and if you are interested, please contact Lyn Stevens.

I am pleased to announce that the club will be hosting a volunteer appreciation luncheon and bridge game on June 15th. The event will serve to thank and celebrate our members who have taken the time to teach and assist with lessons and help with the maintenance and operation of our club. About 40 of our members have volunteered over the past year, and this serves as a testament of our member’s commitment to ensure that the club thrives. If you have volunteered in any capacity over the past year, please let us know if you wish to attend this event, by including your name to the sign-up sheet posted at the club. A light luncheon will be served followed by a fun afternoon of Bridge. This event is open and free to all volunteers.

Darrell Rowe,  PBC President