Welcome to The Club v2.2 April 2022

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Few Words
AFew Words
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By Cathy Dobson
We asked some notable folks in Sarnia-Lambton to have a little fun with us and
answer some not-so-pressing questions, In A Few Words. Here’s what they said:
Leona Holland
Volunteer extraordinaire, mother of six and
grandmother of 17
Name one positive thing that surprises you about being over the age of 55.
“Being over 55 tends to make other people more helpful and friendly.”
If you won $1 billion, what would you do with your time?
“I would work with the Department of Education to establish trade workshops in all
Ontario high schools. Many non-academic students would benefit as we always need
more trades people.”
What do you love most about living in Sarnia?
“I like the people, the lake, the bridges and the fries.”
Did anything positive arise for you during the pandemic?
“I had time to interact with family and friends as no volunteer time was available.”
What’s your favourite day of the year and why?
“My favourite day is Ground Hog Day as I always hope for an early spring.”
Do you have a favourite place in Sarnia-Lambton? Where is it?
“My favourite place is under the bridges.”
Name one local store that everyone should visit.
“Russell Street Home Hardware store is my favourite business in Sarnia.”
Describe your perfect day.
“My perfect day is anytime I can volunteer. I love people.”
Name one person you think should run for office in Sarnia-Lambton even if they never will.
“Anne Marie Gillis because she’s a great organizer with a clear vision for the future.”
The Beatles or The Rolling Stones?
“The Beatles. Rolling Stones are too far out there for me.”
Who has had the greatest influence on your life, not counting your spouse or children?
“My father. He was a teacher and a volunteer.”
What’s your favourite restaurant in Sarnia-Lambton?
“Olives Restaurant. Great people, great food and fun to visit.”
What’s your favourite movie or book and why?
“I couldn’t put down the book by Douglas Brinkley called The Great Deluge - Hurricane
Katrina, New Orleans and the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The fact that no one was prepared
for Katrina even though they had warning was just unbelievable.”
Name a bucket list item you intend to achieve, and one you probably won’t ever get to.
“I never had a bucket list. I live day by day.”
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Charlie Fairbank
of Oil Springs, operates North American’s oldest
oilfield and produces about 24,000 barrels of oil a
year at Fairbank Oil in Oil Springs. He is a fourth
generation oil man and uses only 19th century technology, including the jerker line
system his great-grandfather developed in 1863. Charlie is a teacher by vocation and a
passionate historian.
You have never retired. What are you working on?
“Working with an amazing team, (locally, nationally and internationally) toward our next
application to obtain a UNESCO World Heritage designation for Oil Springs.”
The Beatles or The Rolling Stones?
“Mozart easily trumps these “boy bands.”
What do you love most about living in Oil Springs?
“I love the diverse landscape of open fields, woodlands, and wetlands with Black Creek
meandering through it. It creates habitats for a rich assortment of wildlife and birds.”
Name one local store that everyone should visit.
“The Book Keeper (in Sarnia) has my vote. Great reads, great staff and they will order
any book for you. I also like The Ice Creamery on Front Street for a delicious treat.”
What car have you owned that you like the best?
“For me, cars and trucks are tied to fond memories. I had a Ford truck with a very chewed
dashboard thanks to my wonderful border collie that often sat in the passenger seat.”
Who has had the greatest influence on your life, not counting your spouse or children?
“Both my parents, Charles and Jean Fairbank, were hard working compassionate people
who cared about people and integrity. My father instilled me with immense respect
for the early oilmen here and their ingenuity. My mother gave me a lifelong interest in
singing and listening to music.”
What’s your favourite restaurant in Sarnia-Lambton?
“Hmmm. The question is too difficult. I’d have to name five.”
Name one positive thing that surprises you about being over the age of 55.
“I don’t have to think about my boyhood interest in headstands. I never could do them.”
Name a bucket list item you intend to achieve, and one you probably won’t ever get to.“I
likely will not ride a helicopter over our oil field but my wife and I once had a terrific hot
air balloon ride over it. And I just might be able to grow some really fantastic tomatoes
this summer.”
What are people most surprised to learn about you?
“I’ve been interviewed on national television for Much Music and by Jonny Harris for
CBC’s series Still Standing.”
Do you have a guilty pleasure?
“Yes, sweet chili pistachios. I have to limit myself.”
SPRING 2022 Obsolete Task? Buying TV Guides, using paper TV listings to choose shows. P A G E 35