Leamington man dies after weekend crash

Driver and passenger of other vehicle suffered serious injuries in collision

One of the drivers involved in a two-vehicle collision in Kingsville last weekend has died, Ontario Provincial Police said Wednesday. David Affleck, 52, of Leamington, succumbed to the injuries he suffered in the incident at Road 3 West and McCain Side Road on July 8 around 3:30 p.m. Affleck was the only occupant of his vehicle. Arrangements have been made with Gerald A. Smith Funeral Home.

Affleck is being remembered as a longtime exhibitor of poultry at local fairs in Essex County. He was a director on the Harrow Fair and the Leamington Fair boards and was a member of the southern Ontario Feather Fancier Association poultry club. Visitation was Wednesday and a funeral service is set for Thursday. Those sharing condolences are invited to make memorial donations in Affleck’s name to the Harrow Fair.

The driver and passenger of the other vehicle both suffered serious injuries in the collision. Road 3 West at McCain Side Road is an unlighted intersection northwest of Kingsville. Road 3 West has the right of way. There are stop signs on McCain Side Road as well as a large ditch on the east side of the intersection. An investigation into the crash is ongoing. The OPP continue to seek witnesses to the incident. Anyone who saw what happened is encouraged to call 519-733-2345. Anonymous tips can be shared via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477 or www.catchcrooks.com.