Memorial marks Elgin Street tragedy

A moment of silence and reflection took place at 2 p.m. this afternoon outside of Christ the King Centre.

It was an occasion to remember the 58-year-old woman who was killed Sept. 30 when she was run over by a grader on Elgin Street.

Yvonne Lentir, a Christ the King resident, was one of about 20 people to join in the memorial. A prayer was read by Father Brian Dixon, of Christ the King Parish, and a bell was rung, because “every time a bell rings, an angel gets its wings,” said organizers.

“They stopped construction for us for 10 minutes for this,” Lentir said. “I made some pie, and for a donation, with funds going to NISA, people can join us for something to eat.”

The residents of Chirst the King Centre are still shook up, she said.

“It's very emotional for all of us, and we're having a hard time coping,” she said.

Residents are still fearful when it comes to crossing the road, despite the police presence, Lentir said.
“On the weekend, I helped some residents cross because they are very nervous,” she said. “They need their medications, so I bring them to Shoppers and I bring them back.”

The memorial is a way for residents to express their sadness and respect, and to help them heal.