News Update

July 17, 2025

Hello All,

Some of you may recall that in March, 2025 I sent a message from Karen, Kent Webster’s widow, about holding a casual celebration of life event in Kent's memory at a later date. This has now been arranged and will take place on August 3rd, 2025 which would have been Kent’s 93rd birthday.

The event will be held in the Garden Room at Hazelmere Golf and Tennis Club which is located at 18150 - 8 Avenue, Surrey, British Columbia from 2:00 p.m. to  5:00 p.m. for people to drop in (nothing formal) to enjoy some food, a drink and some conversation in memory of Kent.  As he was a great visitor and always liked to meet people and talk to them, Karen thinks he would enjoy this and approve. 

Hazelmere is accessible for wheelchairs and walkers.  At Karen's request I am sending this mainly to those who responded to the aforementioned March message.  Some of the respondents live considerable distances from Surrey, however, if you plan to attend please contact me so I can let Karen know.

Thank you.

Best regards,

Earl Hansford, Surrey, British Columbia

P.S.  If you wish to contact Earl, please send us an email at cyberpensioner@gmail.com and we will forward your request to him.

If you have any comments regarding this letter or would like to submit a letter or story of your own, please contact the BMO Cyber Pensioners News team at cyberpensioner@gmail.com We look forward to hearing from you.

July 7,2025

We recently received the following letter regarding Bob Bannister’s passing on June 27th, 2025 at the age of 77.  Bob retired in 1985 from the bank and his last position was Area Manager, Northern Ontario.  Thank you Rose for sharing.

“I recently read the sad news in our Sudbury newspaper about Bob Bannister’s passing on June 27, 2025 and thought I would share it with the BMO Cyber Pensioners website as I am sure others may have known him as well.

Bob was an amazing man, a loyal BMO employee until he was injured by a very unfortunate car accident.  This did not hold him back, although he was confined to a wheel chair and his speech was impaired, he grabbed onto life and kept going.  I always enjoyed our brief meetings around town, at the hockey games or at BMO’s branch in Sudbury.  A big hug was always mandatory and a chuckle about his adventures.  Like the one when he was unable to stop his wheel chair from going down a steep walkway and giving a few drivers at the crosswalks at little excitement. 

Bob will be sadly missed and remembered for his love of life and by his loving family which will live on forever.”

Rose Sigouin, Sudbury, Ontario

To view Bob Bannister’s obituary, Click here.

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July 4, 2024

July 3, 2025

As previously mentioned, occasionally we will be republishing stories and/or articles from our Archives which date back to 2009 that you may enjoy.

We are reposting “A Few Brushes with Feng Shui” which was written by Maurice Mourton who sadly passed away on June 8th, 2025.  His obituary was posted on our website and Facebook on June 23rd, 2025.  If you enjoy mystery stories and ones that are real, you will definitely like Maurice’s story.

What is Feng Shui? From the internet:

“The term Feng Shui literally translates to "wind-water" in English. The wind moving over the water is said to be perfect Feng Shui. It is one of the Five Arts of Chinese Metaphysics, classified as physiognomy (observation of appearances through formulas and calculations).”

Maurice and I go back a long time and he was a friend and mentor in so many ways. He  was a leader, perceptive, generous and had strong values. He had a sense of humour which would always make me laugh.  He will be greatly missed by his family and friends, our volunteers and the BMO Cyber Pensioners community.

Rest in peace Maurice.

Click to read “A Few Brushes with Feng Shui”.

Joan Mesic

Chief Correspondent

If you would like us to publish a story of your own or repost one from our archive, please let us know at cyberpensioner@gmail.com We are always delighted to hear from our members.

We need your help!  If already a member, please encourage new members to visit our website to 'Join Us'. If a BMO retiree, but not yet a member, check out the benefits of being connected to the Cyber Pensioners' Community. (Benefits) It's free and easy to register! (Join Us)

 

June 10, 2025

We are hosting another Jubilations Dinner Theater Event.
Tickets are now on sale.
We are limited to 20 tickets so please purchase early.

ABBAMANIA – Back to the Disco Dimension!
Sunday August 3, 2025 – Doors open at 5:00 PM
1002 – 37^th Street SW, Westbrook Mall, Calgary, AB

Get ready to laugh, dance and sing along with ABBAMANIA at Jubilations.
ABBAMANIA, a rollicking musical parody that turns iconic ABBA hits on their head. 

This show blends beloved ABBA  classics with side-splitting humour and outrageous 
twists.  It's a high energy celebration of ABBA's timeless music with a hilariously absurd
spin that guarantees a night of unforgettable fun! 

Cost $50

Price includes a three course meal (choice of entrees) and coffee or tea.
Pop and alcoholic beverages are an additional cost.

Register by E-TRANSFER TO bompasa.bd@gmail.com including name(s)

OR

MAIL TO JANE BENNETT AT 2796 SIGNAL HILL HTS SW, CALGARY, AB T3H 2J1

PHONE  403-246-3953

REGISTRATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY JUNE 30, 2025

Please obtain tickets from Jane Bennett in the lobby after 4:30 PM.

June 6, 2025

Retirees from Midland, Barrie and Orillia met for lunch:

Fern Sisulak

Kelly Hastings

Linda Bauman

Lucille Hutchinson

Arlene Brock

Good friendships continue!

Thanks to Fern Sisulak for sharing.

June 6, 2025

The 37th Annual Windsor Lady Retirees Luncheon was held June 4th with some faces we haven't seen in a few years and many who were definitely missed.

There were 34 who attended and we thank Cramdons for their excellent and attentive service and great food.

It was nice catching up on what everyone has been doing and many plans were being made to get together more often and hopefully to attend next year.

To see all the photos click Here

May 23, 2025

Chuck Joynt, London, Ontario has written a beautiful story about how he and his daughter, Lisa, bonded during a once-in-a-life-time trip to Belize about 25 years ago.  The adventure and experience of visiting a far-off, small country and its Glover's Reef area is truly amazing.  To find out more, Click to read, “An Adventure to Remember”.

 

 

If you have any comments regarding this story or would like to submit a letter or story of your own, please contact the BMO Cyber Pensioners News team at cyberpensioner@gmail.com We look forward to hearing from you.

 

May 21, 2025

We will be meeting for lunch on June 6 at 12:30 at the Backyard Smokehouse 13503 St Albert Trail.  Please RSVP dbrausen@shaw.ca 

Thanks

Donna Brausen 

May 20, 2025

On Tuesday May 13th the Saskatoon Pensioners once again gathered at Market Mall Mini Golf for some fun without sun.   Seventeen retirees batted the ball around 18 holes of mini golf with a few holes in one -- two of them by one of our organizers.

There were seven more of us who met the golfers at the Coachman Restaurant in Market Mall for a good lunch and some door prizes.   Thank you to the new organizers. 

Submitted by: Merilynn Coomber

Click Here to view all the photos.

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