Bruce County siblings to share cut of $98,000 lottery prize
A group of four from Bruce County won a LOTTO 6/49 second prize worth $98,226.40 in the April 12, 2025 LOTTO 6/49 draw. (Source: OLG)
After 30 years of playing the lottery together, four Bruce County siblings finally had the winning ticket.
'I took our ticket to the store and scanned it using the ticket checker,' said Ron Mahon of Southampton. 'When I saw that it was a big winner, I had to double check. I may have let out a little scream too.'
Bursting with excitement, Ron said he called his siblings one by one to share the incredible news.
'I thought he was messing with me and had trouble believing him at first,' said James Mahon of Port Elgin. 'I still can't fully process it!'
'We're all so fortunate and blessed to have won this prize,' added Marie Jones of Southampton. 'All these years of playing really paid off. I feel overjoyed!'
Each sibling said they have unique plans for their share of the windfall from the April 12 draw.
James will take his time deciding how to use the money. Marie looks forward to purchasing a new washing machine and refreshing her home with some new furniture. Ron plans to deposit his winnings in the bank, while Joyce will buy a new mattress for a better night's sleep.
The winning ticket was purchased at Rexall on Albert Street South in Southampton.
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