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Barbara M. McCollam

Obituary  Barbara M. McCollam, 77, died Dec. 10, 2012, at her home. She was born in Muscatine, Iowa, and lived in Vero Beach for 26 years, coming from Iowa. She retired as owner and operator of Liberty Lanes Bowling Center in West Liberty, Iowa, for 13 years. She was of the Lutheran faith. She was a member of the Moose Lodge of Vero Beach. Survivors include her husband of 59 years, James H. McCollam; son, Douglas D. McCollam of Vero Beach; daughters, Connie J. Shumate and Patricia J. Bowser, both of Vero Beach; seven grandchildren; and six great grandchildren. Services: A celebration of life service will be at 2 p.m.Jan. 5 at the Lakewood Village Clubhouse in Vero Beach. Arrangements are by Cox Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home and Crematory in Vero Beach. A guestbook is available atwww.coxgiffordseawinds.com. She loved to have fun... as much as she was elegant. I had sad news that Russel, the Village's maintenance man, also passed away very suddenly.  As I have no information for him - I am sure the office can forward your condolences on to his family. Barb was a great friend to me - and a wonderful mentor.  I will miss her greatly.   With Barb's passing - this will probably be the last entry for this blog.  I enjoyed setting it up and working on it with her.  We had a lot of fun.  I will remember her with a smile on my face and a song in my heart - for she lived for life.

59 Years - WOW

News from way up North

Vero Beach reunion at Ed & Judys house in Alexandria, Ontario, Canada on August 8thN

Ed & Judy, Bob & Toots, Eric & Rose, Tukker & Andrea, John & Lew, Rick & Sharron, Peggi, Robin & Beth and Bob & Marilyn were all there.  

These photos were sent to me by Beth and I was happy to share them for her.  Looks like everyone had a great time! :)

August

We have reached August and some of our summer has gone.  It has been a pretty warm one but our pool is working and I have heard some good reports of the conditions.  Please everyone obey the rules as we all want to enjoy it.

For the past week we were graced with our 2 miracle twin babies.  Patti and Glenn shared their time with all of us.

We know they preferred their mom and dad but they were really happy children/ They have since gone back to Little Rock and back to their routine. It was a wonderful week..  Thanks Tim and Courtney.

I understand that there has been some work done over at the office but I haven't been outside much.  Perhaps when you take over your check today you can look around.

Have a great week but try to stay cool.

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Nothing makes a child so smart as having GRANDPARENTS

Bob Ozment

This is what was published and for your information.  A very dear friend of Lakewood Village has left to be with his heavenly family.  Bob was a very active member of our community for many years and was admired by everyone he came in contact.  He endured a long and difficult illness with his wife by his side with his family.  

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Ozment family from all of us in Lakewood Village

Lakewood Village

For those who never met me or are not long-time residents - I am a former resident of Lakewood Village.  I started this blog when we lost our "Village News Channel" several years ago.  Barb graciously took it over when we left Florida and has done an amazing job in keeping it up.  I still "edit" or help out when there is a 'blog issue' so - I still have editorial license...  So here goes...

This forum is completely volunteer driven - and at this point, Barb is the only one that ever volunteered.  It is a venue for announcing birthdays, funerals, updates, important issues, Social Club events and activities, and anything else our VOLUNTEER decides to post on it.  If you don't like what is being posted, don't read it.  It is very, very simple.

For those who enjoy reading it - Friends, residents, our Northern neighbors, former residents, and all the rest of us that enjoy seeing what our old friends are up to and what life in the Village is doing -


THANK YOU BARB FOR YOUR CONTINUED TIME AND EFFORT FOR THE GOOD OF THE VILLAGE!!!  


If and when Barb decides she has had enough, there most likely will be no more blog... so... from me... and I still read every single post and comment... THANK YOU BARB.

and to whomever decided to use this venue for a complaint box (and an anonymous one at that) - shame on you.

We've prided ourselves on the ability to only monitor comments and not have to screen them - but that can be changed so that no comments will be posted until someone has time to read and screen them beforehand. All positive and constructive comments are appreciated and encouraged.  Anything that you would like to see posted needs to be given to Barb ~ and she will post what she deems appropriate ~ until she is tired of it and chooses to just shut it down or let it change hands (if there is anyone that even cares as much as she did and would even do it.).

This post may very well be deleted also - but I've had my say to whomever the ungrateful resident is.

Thank you for your time.
Diane

pot-luck dinner

If you missed Saturday night's pot-luck dinner in our clubhouse, you missed some great company and lots of different kinds of food dishes.  Those who came had a great hour of dinning and visiting.  They plan to do this again later in the summer.   Our thanks to Bo,&; Pat and their committee for a great evening....
Hope you all enjoyed Father's day with your family.   
Thanks can be returned but never borrowed.
I understand residents have been using our beautiful pool.  It is there for all of us.  Be sure you wear your badge. If you don't have one, contact the office for one as patrol or any share holder will ask you to leave if you don't have it with you.  Let's play by the rules 
Sorry to inform everyone but Coffee hour on Tuesday mornings is being discontinued until this fall.  We want to thank Bo and Pat for all they have been doing and perhaps if you know of someone who was planning on going over tomorrow, let them know not until this fall......

Hope you all saved this Saturday for the Lakewood Village community Pot-luck evening in the clubhouse. If you are a resident then you are invited.
Bring your favorite dish to share at the buffet table.
This will start at 6:00 so be there in time to get a table with your friends.

June

The month of June is just spilling over with birthdays.  If you have one you will be celebrating with some of Lakewood Village's finest.
Eleanor and Jim share the 3rd.  Mary L. along with Ernie and Barb have the 20th.Have a good one Doris C.
I know that Al. H. has one somewhere in here....23th?
June came around quite quickly as will the storms so keep a watch on the weather....Have your plans in mind.  Keep those yards clear of trash....
YES!  There is still coffee hour on Tuesdays in our cool clubhouse.  Sorry this was omitted from the monthly calendar but Bo and Pat have said  as long as there is an interest they will make coffee and get the donuts.  Let's show up and support them.....

I'm sure someone can sing.....

Happy birthday everyone....

Memorial Day

I haven't heard about any celebration being planned for Memorial day so you can plan your own fun for the day. Please remember what the day is for...

Pot Luck coming up in June

June 16 at 6:00 p.m. in our clubhouse there will be a family pot-luck meal.  This is for all Lakewood Village residents and their house guests.
Please bring your favorite food dish to share with your neighbors on the buffet table.
Any questions call Bo or Pat @  299-4940.

come over and spend some time with your friends and neighbors.  The beautiful pool will be open....

Happy Anniversary

We want to express our congratulations on achieving 50 years of marriage to John and Jessie C.  We hope you have many more with us here in the Village.  Enjoy your special day......Your children put on a wonderful tribute to you in our beautiful decorated clubhouse.  The pictures are priceless.  The food exceptional and the company great......You had so many friends show up to hug you both.....  Thank YOU

Mother's Day

Hope you have plans to spend Mother's day this Sunday with your mother or someone special....
I know today Connie was surprised with the visit from several of her kids who came to spend Mother's day with her.  Everyone is pleased to see Jim and Abby, along with Stevie....I think the guys are planning a few fishing trips this week.  Even Uncle Doug might get in on the fun....
Does anyone have a good story coming up???
Happy new mother's day Courtney with your twins......
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Connie and her 3 boys

Nice to have Eleanor's daughter, Mary Anne with us for Mother's day....

Graduation Time

I know that some of you have family graduating this spring and if you care to let me know, I will list them right along with my oldest grandson....Chad is the son of Connie Shumate.

Chad Nichols.  Indian River State College   "2012  Associate in Science ".   Congratulations on your achievement of a very difficult several years.  We are very proud of you....Also Jim & Abby and Steve.....I know there will be more.............

News from up North

John and Grace sent a note that they had made it back up north and looking forward to their fun filled summer.
Flowers doing well and garden in soon.  They will be going to confirmations and graduations for their grandchildren. 

Good to hear from you and will look for you coming back in October.  Have a great summer.
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Next we have heard from Teresa S.  She was playing golf this week and had a heart attack on the golf course.  They had gotten her to the hospital where life saving techniques were applied.  She has been in touch with several people and doing well.
For those who would like to send her a card, this is her address up north...
Teresa Stine
28 Fairway Dr.
Selinsgrove, Pa. 17870

the best

Teresa had been quite active in our Village for many years before moving.  Our best wishes on a speedy recovery....
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An interesting phone call this afternoon.....Martha M. let me know that Ray is doing much better with the help of family, friends, neighbors and nurses.  He is trying to respond quickly as soon as possible as they want to fly back to Michigan to have his doctors check him out.  She was very optimistic.....I now understand that Ray and Martha have returned up north and Ray is doing just great as of Sunday.  Way to go....  Thanks Peg.
In the next sentence she let me know that Gordy K. had called to let us know that is wife, Marie had passed away this morning.  They had lived here for many years but left several years ago.  Our activities were always graced by their attendance . Our condolences are with Gordy and the family from all of us in Lakewood Village.....
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I have an address for Gordy if you wish to send him a card:


Gordon King
950 4th St. East
Owen Sound
Ontario, Canada
 N4K6A3
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Last Bunco for the season

Due to the small groups, Bunco will not be playing this summer.  The season ended with :

stay active.........

Bo who came in with his 2 buncos.
Barb won for most won games
Pat A came in second with her almost best games....
Patti stayed in her chair most of the evening except when she and Glenn did all the marking.  Great job guys.
Everyone pitched in to put the clubhouse back in order.
Sorry there will not be anymore games until this winter when everyone comes back.  
It was a great year as we had several new and old players return to play with us.  Perhaps some more new ones will return next season.....
Our thanks to those who committed to every Monday night to keep the game going.
Glenn and Patti tell us that WI bowling is still on for this Wednesday night for those who are interested.....
Rain, rain everywhere but the bowlers still came in...including Don with Carol's special treat.  It turned out to be a great night.  See you all next week...

Good News

Lew and June have gotten some good news over the week-end,
besides their son's racecar achievements their daughter also got into the race.

just kidding

Last week-end Liz G. did her first race in Beloit, Wisc.  Coming in # 1 in the regional race.  Her brother was there cheering her on.
They are all following in their father's history.
Congratulations to you and your family.
Thanks June for keeping in touch with us here in the Village.

Question.....

Yesterday while taking a stroll around the Village a large dog(?) was approaching us.  At least I thought it looked like a dog, although while driving down 8th street I spotted a pony that was about the same size.  

I really think this is a concern for us in our Village.  If this animal is a trained -service- dog then we should be notified of such.

We need to keep track of what is happening here at home, so if you have a question, I suggest you direct them to our office.

Let's all get outside and look around.......

Scores for this week

Bunco scores are in for this week....
We were down again to 8 people so next week will be our last game for the season.
Coming in with the most buncos again this week---Barb with 3.
Most games won was Pat A with her 21
2nd place was Mike with his 17
Bo and Barb sat in their chair the most this evening...
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Patti and Glenn provided the treats for the evening.  Thanks....
They both did all the marking...They do such a good job...
Wishing Hazel a speedy recovery from her nasty cold..
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We  wished Mike and Jean a safe journey back up north but they promised to return for our next season.  Good Luck driving.....
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Check in with Glenn or Patti on how long the Bowling games are to continue.  So many people have returned to their northern homes so we will see what comes out this next Wednesday.
Once again Carole sent some wonderful treats with Don for all of us to chew on.  Thanks......

News around the Village

Heard from several residents that have made it back to their northern homes. 
Thanks Don &;; Pat, Kevin &; Fran.  It is good to know that the long drives back were without problems.
Ran into John &;;; Stormey at the store and yes Nancy was with them.  She looked and sounded great.  Is now at Palm Gardens.  Nice to see old friends....
Have heard that several others aren't doing so well.
Ray M is home and has special care.  It seems that neighbors have been helping Martha move Ray around and nurses have been involved where the Doctor is checking him out carefully.  We are very proud of of friends and neighbors here in Lakewood Village. I do believe there is another story in this.......
Bob O is in the hospital and needs special care.
If you know others that perhaps we would be interested in hearing about, just let us know.....
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Thurs:   Heard from Leween that they  made it back up north and had family waiting for them at the airport.   She also let me know that Rick and Sharron will be coming by their place this week-end for a visit. Great to hear good news.  Thanks Lew.....
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The rains are here for the week-end and our lawns really need this big drink of water.

Sorry Jim.......

And how has your week been????