Obituaries - 2008
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Cummer, Hazel Doreen (Mingo), 77, Hilden , passed away Sunday,
November 2, 2008 in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Truro she
was the daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Steele) Mingo. Hazel loved
having her children, grandchildren, friends and family visit with her. She
is survived by her husband, George; daughters, Georgie Blenkhorn (Stephen),
Truro, Carolin (Joe) Palmer, North Battleford, Sk; son, Clifford (Louella),
Belmont; five sisters; seven brothers; 19 grandchildren; 24
great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by
daughter Ruth and son-in-law David Blenkhorn; son, David; granddaughter,
Kimberly; sister, Kathleen Taylor; brothers, Edward, Tommy and Gordie.
Funeral service was held November 6 with Rev. Brian DeLong officiating.
Interment in Watson Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to
the Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of choice. On-line
condolences may be made to:
www.colchestercommunity.com
Pettis, Beverley Mary “Bev” … 63, Debert, passed away peacefully,
with family at her side, at 1:30 pm Monday, October 27, 2008 in Colchester
Regional Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer since 1988. Born
September 20, 1945 in Montreal, she was a daughter of Denis Rivet, Montreal
and the late Rita (McMahon) Rivet. Along with her father, Bev is survived by
her loving husband, Gary; children, Alicia, Victoria, British Columbia;
Jason (Bree Rudolph), Dartmouth; sister, Irene Rivet, Montreal; brother,
Gary Rivet, Montreal; mother-in-law, Shirley Pettis, Parrsboro; other loving
members of the Pettis family. She was predeceased by sister, Dianne and
brother, Denis. The family wishes to thank the staff of Colchester Regional
Hospital for the compassionate care given to Beverley. Arrangements have
been entrusted to Mattatall ~ Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro,
where there was a celebration of her life from 1-4 pm Sunday, November 2,
2008. The full obituary can be viewed and private messages of condolence may
be sent to the family by visiting:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
Wyllie, Betty Marie - 79, Truro, passed away peacefully November 6,
2008 with her loving daughters by her side at home. Born December 16, 1928
in Half Island Cove, Guysborough Co., she was a daughter of the late Elias
and Kathleen Hendsbee. Betty is survived by daughters, Gail Wyllie, Liz
(Lawrence) Jobb, both of Truro; Margie (Jeff) Clarke, Ottawa; grandchildren,
Danielle Geddes, Ryan and Brad Jobb, Jeffrey, Cody and Victoria Clarke;
great-grandchildren, Aaron, Olivia, Malaysha and Kassey; brothers, Leo,
Harvey and Reg; sisters, Gertie, Rachael and Edna; many loving nephews and
nieces. Betty was predeceased by her husband, Max in 1978 and sisters,
Esther and Berdina. Funeral service was held on Monday, November 10th, with
Pastor Henry Boehm officiating. Interment in Folly Village Cemetery,
Glenholme. In lieu of flowers, donations in Betty’s memory may be made to
the Kidney Foundation. On line condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
Carruthers, Agnes Marie, 89, Truro passed away November 7, 2008 in
Colchester Regional Hospital. Born in Belmont, December 3, 1918, she was the
daughter of the late Willis and Minerva (Crowe) Roode of Belmont. Agnes
graduated from Colchester County Academy and Provincial Normal College. She
taught in several Colchester County schools including Willow Street School
in Truro for 16 years, retiring in 1981. She is survived by sons Gerald
(Ellen), Bass River, Leigh (Lynda), Hilden and Kim (Carolyn), Moncton, N.B.;
eight grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; sister, Hilda Stevens, Truro;
several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by husband, Roger; son James
(in infancy); four sisters, Myrtle Gazley, Hazel Clarke, Erma Culgin,
Jeanette Davison; four brothers, Clarence, Arnold, Perley and twin brother
Albert (in infancy). Cremation has taken place. Memorial service was held on
Saturday, November 15th, with Rev. Jay Ettinger officiating. Interment in
Belmont Cemetery. On-line condolences may be made to:
www.colchestercommunity.com
Fisher,
M. Genevieve - 85, of Parkland Estates, Halifax, passed away peacefully on
Saturday, September 27, 2008 in the Colchester Regional Hospital. Born in
Bass River, she was the daughter of the late John and Bessie Gamble. She is
survived by sons, John and wife Lorna (McCully), Truro; Jim and wife Brenda
(Ferdinand), Hilden; sisters, Gladys (Mrs. Gerald Cooke), Truro; Lucille
(Mrs. John Seaman), Valley, Colchester County; grandchildren, Deborah Fisher
(Patrick Brigham) and Jeffrey Fisher, Toronto; Andrew Fisher (Lori Glenn),
Rothesay, New Brunswick; Lisa Hemeon (Steve), Winnipeg; two great
grandchildren, Lauren and Emily Fisher, Rothesay; several nieces and
nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Edwin Fisher; brother,
Douglas Gamble. A private family graveside service and interment was held at
the Riverside United Church Cemetery, Bass River, Reverend Florence
Antle-Brison officiated. The full obituary can be viewed and private
messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
Downing, Virginia (nee Webb), passed away peacefully on Friday,
September 26, 2008, at the Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro, surrounded
by family and friends. Born in New Glasgow, she was a daughter of the late
Stewart and Charlotte (Langille) Webb. Virginia is survived by her spouse,
Laurie; sons, Stewart (Lynne), and Murray; grandchildren, Jason, Sara,
Ashley and Christina who will greatly miss their grammie; brothers and
sisters, Minnie Colpitts, Helen (Lewis) Faulkner, Marvin Webb, Hanson
(Betty) Webb, Shirley (Lloyd) Tanner; half-brother, James Webb; many nieces
and nephews. She was predeceased by sister, Eleanor McBurney; sister-in-law,
Alicia Colpitts; brother-in-law, Burrell Downing; half-brothers, Owen,
Wylie, Leo, Israel, Mert, Norman, Elonzo. Funeral service was held 2 pm
Sunday, September 28, 2008 in Economy United Church, Reverend Florence
Antle-Brison officiated. Interment was held in the Economy Cemetery. The
full obituary can be viewed and private messages of condolence may be sent
to the family by visiting:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
Armsworthy, Ola Faye. It is with sad hearts we announce the passing
of our mother Ola Faye Armsworthy, 66, of Belmont. Born in Truro, she was a
daughter of the late Arthur and Edna (Redden) Johnson. She is survived by a
daughter, Annette (Curtis) Eagles; son, Russell (Shelly) Armsworthy;
grandchildren, Jennifer, Ryan, Jeffrey, Heidi, Martina, Samantha, Ashley; 7
great-grandchildren; sisters, Myrtle (Walter) Dean, Bea (Percy) Totten,
Phyllis Savage; brothers, Carl (Donna), Artie (Elda); several nieces and
nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Russell Colin Armsworthy Sr;
brother, Earl; sister, Doris; nephew, John Robert Johnson. A graveside
service was held 11 am Friday, October 3, 2008 in the Belmont Cemetery,
Pastor Steve Adams officiated. The full obituary can be viewed and private
messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
Clark, Eleanor Mae, 88, Hilden and formerly of Truro passed away
October 5, 2008 in Val’s Rest Home, Hilden with her granddaughter Debbie by
her side. Born in Lattie’s Brook, she was a daughter of the late John and
Louisa Lattie. Eleanor’s greatest strength came from her faith in God. She
is survived by son, Charles, Truro; granddaughters, Debbie Clark, Masstown;
Brenda Connors, Debert; Victoria Clark, Truro; Charlene Clark, Truro;
great-grandchildren, Chris, Brandon, Jillian, Hannah, Marissa and Erica;
sister, Edna Cameron, Shubenacadie; several nieces and nephews. She was
predeceased by her husband, Adam; brothers, Percy and Robert; sister, Mary
and long time friend, Thompson Bilby. Funeral service was held October 9th
in Colchester Community Funeral Home with Rev. Lori Ramsey officiating.
Interment in Terrace Hill Cemetery. On line condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
STEVENS, Pearl Mineva - 104, Cedarstone Enhanced Care, formerly of
Debert, passed away peacefully Sunday, October 12, 2008 in the home. Born
June 25, 1904 in Londonderry, she was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Laura
(Gough) Farnan. Pearl was the last surviving member of her immediate family
and is survived by her daughter, Mona (Frank) Boydell, Maple Ridge, British
Columbia; sons, Leon (Madeline), London, Ontario; Dale (Nancy), Rothesay,
New Brunswick; grandchildren, Stephen (Barbara) Boydell, Calgary; Sharon
(Ron) Evans, Maple Ridge; Sandra (Glen) Bloomfield, Ilderton, Ontario; Linda
(Guy) SeaBrook, London, Ontario; Kellie-Ann (Brian) Perry, Halifax; eight
great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her
husband, Charles B.; sister, Bernice Miller. Arrangements have been
entrusted to Mattatall ~ Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, where
the funeral service was held Thursday, October 16, 2008. Interment was held
in Main Road Cemetery, Debert. The full obituary can be viewed and private
messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
MacDonald, Cpl. James Andrew, 55, of Truro, passed away suddenly at
home, Thursday, October 2, 2008. Born June 24, 1953 in Sydney, NS, he was
the son of the late James MacDonald and Eleanor MacLeod. A graduate of
Holland College, Jim began his 35 year policing career in Newcastle, NB and
Sydney, NS and spent the last 28 years with Truro Police. He was also a
guest instructor in breathalyzer/data master for Holland College and the
RCMP. Jim will be forever missed by his best friend and wife of 34 years,
Judy (McNabb); sister, Patsy (Raymond) Foley, brother, Vincent, both of
Sydney, NS and many extended family members throughout Nova Scotia. Besides
his parents, he was predeceased by sister, Noreen. Funeral mass was held
Monday, October 6, 2008 in Immaculate Conception Church, Truro, Father
Dariusz Miskowicz officiated. Interment will be held at a later date. The
full obituary can be viewed and private messages of condolence may be sent
to the family by visiting:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
McCully, Ronald Lloyd, 58, Valley, passed away suddenly at home on
Thursday, October 23, 2008. Born in Parrsboro on October 18, 1950, he was a
son of the late Lloyd and Hazel (Dowe) McCully. Ronald retired in 1995 from
MT&T after 27 years of service. He then owned and operated his construction
business, “Sandy’s Excavating” in Valley. Ronnie is survived by his loving
wife of 38 years, Sandra (Newcombe) and his faithful companion, Morgan.
Memorial service was held October 26 with Rev. Brian DeLong officiating.
Interment will be held at a later date. Donations in memory may be made to
the S.P.C.A. or charity of choice. Condolences to the family may be made at:
www.colchestercommunity.com
McCulloch, Garth Lavene, 91, of Truro and formerly of Debert, passed
away peacefully to the presence of his Lord, Thursday, October 23, in the
Colchester Regional Hospital Truro. He was born in Debert, May 22, 1917, to
Angus and Muriel (Patriquin) McCulloch. He was the oldest of six children.
He is survived by son, James (Rena), Halifax; granddaughters, Carol Boyce,
Halifax and Keltie Priddle (Phil), Ottawa; great-grandchildren, Keltie
Neilsen (Eric), Laura Boyce, Rachel, Mark and Matthew Priddle; wife, Pauline
(Blaikie, Grant); brother, Dean (Alva), Brampton, ON; sisters, Marjorie
Ralston, Wentworth; Eleanor Carter, Etobicoke, ON; as well as several nieces
and nephews. He was predeceased by his first wife, the former Gladys
Johnston; brother, Lyle; sister, June Head; brothers-in-law, Ivan Ralston
and Gordon Carter; grandson-in-law, Bruce Boyce. Garth was in partnership
with his father, operating a lumber business in Debert, NS, for many years.
During this time he showed a keen interest in his cousin, Arthur Patriquin’s
funeral home business in Great Village. In the early 1950’s he bought the
business and operated under the name McCulloch Patriquin until 1983 when he
sold to the Mattatall Funeral Home, Truro. He continued his valuable
presence until 2002, having given 50 years to the occupation he carried out
with compassion and devotion. Garth had a great fondness for the preaching
of the gospel. Funeral service was held 1:30 pm Monday, October 27, 2008 in
Mattatall ~ Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, Pastor Ken
Fillmore, People’s Church, Truro officiated. Interment was held in the
family plot in the Main Road Cemetery, Debert. Donations in Garth’s memory
may be made to The Gideons or a charity of choice. Private messages of
condolence may be sent to the family by visiting the “guest book” at:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
October 2008
LAM, Herman John, 84, Truro passed away peacefully on August 25, 2008
in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Holland, he was a son of the
late Hendrick and Carolina (VanFleet) Lam of Holland. Herman came to Canada
with his wife, Antonia in 1951 where he served on the Land Settlement Board.
He began his own company, the Atlantic Travel Service in 1961. He also
hosted the radio program “The Netherlands Call” for 30 years on CKCL. He is
survived by daughters, Marion (Doug) Stanfield-Johnson, Halifax; Sylvia
(Freddie) Hutchinson, Brookfield; grandchildren, Matthew and Shane
Hutchinson, Brookfield. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Antonia (Kinduryte);
son, Henry and sister, Jane. No visitation by request. Funeral service was
held August 27th in John Calvin Christian Reformed Church. Pastor Henry
Boehm officiated. Interment in Belmont Cemetery. On line condolences may be
made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
BARRETT, Jantje (Schaap-Robben), 80, Crowes Mills passed away
peacefully surrounded by her family on August 24, 2008 in Colchester
Regional Hospital, Truro. She was a daughter of the late Mr. & Mrs. Schaap,
Kurine, Netherlands. She was the wife of the late David Barrett. She is
survived by two sisters, four brothers and their families in the
Netherlands. She is also survived by children, Peter (Rose) Robben and
children, Laura (Todd), Andrea (Shawn), Amy, all of Truro; Yopie (Darlene)
Robben and children, Rebecca (Phil), Melissa (Stephen), all of Truro; Ali
(Calvin) Chapman and children, Lawney (Katie) (great-granddaugher, Brie),
all of Peterborough, Ontario, Jantje Mae (great-grandchildren, Shaelynn and
Jacob), all of Elliott Lake, Ontario, Austin, Winnipeg, Manitoba; John
(Michelle) Robben and children, Brittany, Morgan, Alexander, all of Truro;
Susan (Keith) Keating and children, Sara (Simon) (great-grandson, Dakota),
Tony, all of Truro; Step-children, Cathy (Guy) Lanctot and daughter, Elaine,
all of Ottawa, Ontario; Peggy Weatherbee, Calgary, Alberta and children,
Darcy (great-granddaughter, Alexis), Jacob and Tara; Dave Barrett Jr.,
Debert and children, Jeremy (great-granddaughter, Shelby), Bryson and Noah;
Helen Barrett, Truro. Memorial service was held August 28th. On line
condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
MACLEAN, Murray Douglas, 77, Truro, passed away peacefully surrounded
by his family on August 26, 2008 in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro.
Born in Truro, he was a son of the late Martin and Freda (Totten) MacLean.
He is survived by daughters, Carlene Cameron, Freda (Dale) Rushton, both of
Truro; son, Murray (Kathy), Riverview, NB; grandchildren, Krista (Matthew)
Caissie, Chad (Katrina) MacLean, Chastity (Lester) Spears, Craig Cameron,
Robbie Rushton, Mark Rushton and Sarah Rushton; several great-grandchildren;
sister, Joan Munroe, Thorburn; brothers, Arden (Vivian), Truro, Carl
(Shirley), Bass River; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his
wife of 54 years, Lillian; brother-in-law, Rod Munroe. A graveside funeral
service was held August 28th in Watson Cemetery with Rev. Dr. Brian Ross
officiating. On line condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
PURDY, Marjorie Ester, 69, Montrose passed away in Colchester
Regional Hospital on August 26, 2008. Born in Portapique Mountain on
September 8, 1938, she was a daughter of the late Urias and Sadie
(Patterson) Rushton . She is survived by her daughters Pam Purdy (Randy
Conrad), Port Williams; Glenda Singer (Brian), Lloydminster AB; sisters,
Ruth Rushton and Lois Green, both of Great Village, Leona Brown, Truro;
brother Malcolm (Fern) Rushton, Truro; half sister, Audrey McGee, Oromocto,
NB; sister-in-law, Shirley Rushton, Wolfville; grandsons, Charles Macintosh,
Grande Prairie AB; Danny MacIntosh, Tatamagouche; grandaughters Heather and
Nicole Mazur, Port Williams; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded by
her husband, Ernest; daughter, Sheila MacIntosh; brothers, Milton, Clifford
and Carl; sister, Rhoda; half sister, Gerry; half brother, Herb and
Ken.Funeral service was held September 13, 2008. Rev. Larry Harrison
officiated. A reception followed the service. Following the reception
interment took place at the Fox Harbour Cemetery. On line condolences may be
made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
MATHESON, Donna Katherine, 60, of Truro, passed away at home on
August 29, 2008, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Born in Springhill, she
was the daughter of Lawrence Fife, Springhill and the late Elizabeth Ann (Keizer)
Fife. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Angus “Gus”; son, Corey
(Sarah); daughter, Kathy (Scott) Rann; grandchildren, Jake and Stella Rann;
sisters, Lorna (David) Tuffs and Rosalee Carmichael; sister-in-law, Viny
(Billy) MacRae; brother-in-law, Terrance (Donna) Blackstone; several nieces
and nephews. She was predeceased by her infant son, Jason; sister, Marilyn
and brother-in-law, Dale. Funeral service was held September 1st, with Rev.
Brian DeLong officiating. Interment in Bible Hill Cemetery. On-line
condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
HUTCHINSON, Marjorie Lena, 68, Bonaccord, Alberta, passed away August
31, 2008 in Red Deer Hospital, Alberta after a two year battle with cancer.
Born in Lockhartville, Kings Co., on September 9, 1939, she was a daughter
of the late Waldo and Laura (Thompson) Hutchinson. She is survived by
children, Leslie Ann Graber, Penny Waller, Tony (Eleanor) Waller, all of
Alberta; grandchildren, Amber, Cassandra and Krista Waller;
great-grandchildren, Brandon and Ayla; sisters, Joyce (Vernon) Manley,
Hilden; June Dean, Comox, BC; Bette (Jim) McNutt, Scotsburn; Doreen (Dwayne)
Green, Harmony; brothers, Ivan, Huntsville, ON; Ronnie (Betty), Stewiacke;
Freeman, Mississauga, ON; Freddie (Sylvia), Brookfield; Robert (Helen),
Lower Truro; Steven (Ruth Ann), Upper Onslow; many nieces and nephews. She
was predeceased by a brother, Leo in infancy. By Marjorie’s request, no
funeral service was held. A gathering of friends and family was held at the
home of Doreen Green, 100 Harmony Ridge Road, Harmony on Saturday, September
6th. On line condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
GILROY, David Gordon, 69, Truro passed away August 31, 2008 at home
after a brief illness. Born in Springhill, he was a son of the late Aubrey
and Ruth (Graham) Gilroy. David was town clerk and treasurer for the town of
Truro for 38 years, retiring in 2001. He is survived by his wife, Mary
(Hayes), Truro; daughters, Sarah, Toronto, Allison (Greg) Brown, Halifax;
grandson, William Donald Brown; brother, Robert (Helen), Lemington; sisters,
Joan, Halifax; Carolyn (Paul) Edwards, Halifax; Vivian (Rick) Boomer,
Dartmouth; Mrs. Emma Gilroy, Beaverbank; many aunts, uncles, nieces and
nephews, cousins. Funeral service was held on Thursday, September 4th in
First United Church with Rev. Andrew Crowell officiating. Interment in Robie
Street Cemetery. Reception followed at the Truro Golf Club. On line
condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
CLOUGH, David Roy Sr., 79, North River. It is with great sadness that
we announce the passing of our father at the QEII Health Sciences Centre,
Halifax on August 31, 2008. Born in Quebec on October 4, 1928, he was a son
of the late Frank and Alice (Hunter) Clough. He married Florence Annie Brown
in 1962 and together they created and executed one of Canada’s largest
frozen food transportation licenses in R. Clough Transport throughout the
1970’s and 80’s. Retirement found them in North River near family and
friends where they once also owned/operated the North River Service Station.
After Florence passed away in November, 2000, “Pappa” found an autumn love
with Leona Deal of Halifax (White’s Lake). He is also survived by his
children, Donna, Audra, David, Kevin, Linda; brother, Leslie; sisters, Kaye
and Linda; 18 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by
his wife, Florence Annie (Brown); sister, Sheila. Funeral service was held
Saturday, September 6th. Interment in Riversdale Road Anglican Cemetery,
Kemptown. On line condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
RECTOR, Harold Stuart “Papa”, 86, Great Village, Colchester Co.,
passed away on September 1, 2008 at home surrounded by his family and care
givers. Born in River Hebert, he was a son of the late Stuart and Hazel
(Corbett) Rector. He is survived by his doting wife, Dorothy (Pettigrew),
fondly called by “Papa” as “George”; daughter, Susan, Great Village; sons,
Lauchie (Joann), Doug (Laura); both of Great Village; brothers, Gordon
(Ollie), Dennis (Judy) Lamont; sisters, Laura (Charles) Fulton; Rena (Jim)
Elaschuk, all of St. Catherines, ON; Eva Rose (Jack) Giddens, Brule Point;
grandchildren, Kerri Rector, Tammi (Jim) Hepworth, Robert (Karen), David
(Melissa), Matthew (Ardis), William (Amanda), Sarah (Aaron);
great-grandchildren, Jimmie, Julian, Jessica and Ryan; many nieces, nephews
and cousins. He was predeceased by children, Robert Thomas, Carl Edward,
Ronald Gordon, Hazel Beatrice; brothers, Ronald and Earl; sisters, Davida
and Kate. Funeral service was held September 5th. Interment in Bass River
Baptist Cemetery. On line condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
SHARPE, Murray “Buddy”, 76, Truro passed away Thursday, September 4, 2008 in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Glace Bay, he was a son of the late Thomas and Eva (MacDonald) Sharpe. He is survived by his wife, Joan (MacDonald); children, Joanne Ritcey, Truro; Serene Sharpe, Bridgewater; Pamela Sharpe, Halifax; Murray “Buddy Jr.”, Edmonton; Melinda (Kirk) Miller, Truro; Adam (Jackie Penner), Edmonton and Kirby, Edmonton; grandchildren, Lisa, Jennifer and Ryan Ritcey, Patrick Hickey, Benjamin Sharpe, Stephen Penner and Kennedy Miller; sister, Madge (Doug) Lewis, Lower Sackville; brothers, Frank Sharpe, ON, Wayne MacDonald, Glace Bay. He was predeceased by son-in-law, Kirk Ritcey. Memorial service was held on Sunday, September 7th in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow Street, Truro. Interment in Robie Street Cemetery. On line condolences may be made at www.colchestercommunity.com
TAYLOR, Anna Isabell (Murray), of Lower Onslow, passed away in the
Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow on September 4, 2008. Born in Earltown in
1915, she was a daughter of the late John and Julia (Sweet) Murray. She
lived all her married life in Lower Onslow. She was the last surviving
member of her family. She is survived by her 6 daughters, Betty (Foster
Oatway) P.E.I, Arlene (Doug Oatway) Lower Onslow, Verna (Allan Marchbank)
Onslow Mountain, Carol, (Bob McSwain) Lower Onslow, Julia Taylor, Debert,
Annette (Ivan Langille) Enfield, her 3 sons, Jack (Jean) Manganese Mines,
Ken (Kathy) Brookfield and Bill (Suzanne) Ottawa, 26 grandchildren, 50 great
grandchildren and 15 great great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her
husband, Peter; son Elmer, grandson Lawrence, 4 sisters and 3 brothers.
Funeral service was held September 8th, in the Colchester Community Funeral
Home. Rev. Gerry Kerr officiated with Interment in Belmont Cemetery. On line
condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
McNUTT, Clyde Maxwell, 87, formerly of Onslow, died Monday, September
8, 2008 at The Mira. Born in North Salem on June 11, 1921, he was a son of
the late Lee Gorden and Edith Kathleen (MacKenzie) McNutt. He is survived by
sons, Pastor Robert (Janis), Florenceville, NB., Larry (Marilyn), Brookside;
daughters, Bonnie (Bill) Stokdijk, Beaver Brook, Sheri (Larry) Tirrell,
Greenfield; twenty-two grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; brothers,
Ronald, Bible Hill, Angus, Tatamagouche, Harry (Vivian), Harmony, Daniel
(Joan) Truro; Sister, Lena, North River; many nieces and nephews. He was
predeceased by his wife, Irene (Hill); sisters, Ella Whidden, Bessie
MacKenzie; twin brother, Rex and Johnny in infancy. Funeral service was held
on Thursday, September 10, 2008at the Colchester Community Funeral Home with
Pastor Robert McNutt officiating. Interment is in the Onslow Island
Cemetery. On line condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
BARLEY, Edward Thorneycroft Jr. - It is with profound sadness that
our family announces the passing of our father, grandfather on September 6,
2008 after a lengthy illness. Edward was born December 22, 1919 in Masstown,
N.S., son of the late Edward Thorneycroft Sr. and Sarah (Dawson) Barley. He
is survived by sons, Dave (Dot), Shediac Bridge, N.B., Doreen (Bill)
Simpson, Debert, N.S., Gary (Janet), Moncton, N.B., Reg, Doug (Connie) and
Doug Lattie (foster son) Debert, N.S., eleven grandchildren, seven great
grandchildren, many cousins, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. He was
predeceased by his wife, the former Ivy Mosher, in 2001. Funeral service was
held 2 p.m., Wednesday, September 10th, 2008 in Mattatall~Varner Funeral
Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, Rev Don MacQueen officiated. Private family
burial was held in Folly Village Cemetery, Glenholme. Donations in memory
may be made to Glen Haven Manor. Private messages of condolence may be sent
to the family by visiting the “Guest Book” at:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
GILCHRIST, Ronald Allan, 61, Debert, passed away peacefully September
10, 2008 at Dykeland Lodge, Windsor. Born in Truro, he was a son of Murray
Gilchrist and the late Louise (Weatherbey) Gilchrist. He is survived by
sister, Edwina (Willard) Schwantz, Petawawa, ON; brother, Wayne (Margie)
Debert; aunts, Joy, Betty and Shirley; uncles, Allan, Neil and Rodrick. A
memorial service was held on September 14, 2008 Rev. Kaj Binderup
officiating. Interment was in Robie Street Cemetery. On line condolences may
be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
McCURDY (Chase), Louise Helen, 83, Great Village, passed away
peacefully on September 15, 2008 in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro.
Born in Truro, she was a daughter of the late Ernest and Helen (Dunette)
Chase. She is survived by sons, Scott (Connie), Menomonie, Wisconsin, Bruce
(Judy), Riverview, NB; seven grandchildren, Ryan, Michael, Cameron, Scott,
Robyn, Jarrod, Shaun; two great-grandchildren; four
great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Harry (Phyllis), Truro; Harold (Pat),
Ottawa, ON; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband,
Bill McCurdy; brother, Sid. Memorial service was held on Friday, September
19th in Colchester Community Funeral Home. Rev. David MacNaughton
officiated. Interment will be held at a later date in Terrace Hill Cemetery.
On line condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
MARTENSTYN, Dr. Henry Richard Ludwig, C.R.C.P. (C), 82, Truro, passed
away peacefully on September 16, 2008 at Colchester Regional Hospital,
Truro, NS. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Doris, sons John,
Andrew(Joy), Jeff and granddaughters Samantha and Alexis. He was predeceased
by his parents John and Irene, sister Doris and brother George. Ludwig was
born and educated in Sri Lanka. A memorial service was held on Friday,
September 19th in St. Andrew's United Church, Rev. Jay Ettinger officiated.
On line condolences may be sent to:
www.colchestercommunity.com
BOGGS, Rosalie Anne, 69, Bass River passed away September 17, 2008 in
Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Economy, Rosalie (Brownie
Langille) lived most of her adult life in Salmon River where she taught and
ran a ceramic shop for many years. She is survived by her daughter, Nancy
(Jeff) Smith, Valley; son, Glendon Langille, Truro; Aunt Evelina Priest,
Economy; grandsons, Kyle Langille, Derrick & Nathan Smith; granddaughters,
Melissa (Jeremy) Hayden, Amanda and Mallory Crossman; great- grandchildren,
Brianna, Faith & Tristan. Rosalie was predeceased by her mother, Etta
McLellan; father, Walter Boggs; brothers; James and Randy Boggs; sister,
Marie MacBurnie; daughter-in-law, Kenda Langille. Funeral service was held
at the Riverside United Church, Bass River on September 21st. Interment in
Riverside Cemetery, Bass River. On line condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
MacLEOD, Winifred “Winnie”. It is with great sadness that we announce
the sudden passing of Winifred MacLeod of Truro at the Colchester Regional
Hospital, Truro on Thursday September 18, 2008 at the age of 87. She is
survived by a son, Fred (Sherry), Ottawa; family in England; sisters-in-law,
Muriel Pratt and Clara Pratt, both of Truro, Audrey Pratt of Belmont;
brother-in-law, Earle MacLeod (Marguerite), Onslow; several nieces and
nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold MacLeod; sisters-in-law,
Lena MacLeod, Daisy MacLeod, Doris Pratt; brothers-in-law, Roland MacLeod,
Leland Pratt, Irvin Pratt, Lionel Pratt, Howard Pratt. Funeral service was
held 2 p.m., Sunday, September 21, 2008 in Mattatall ~ Varner Funeral Home,
Truro, Reverend Darrell Feltmate officiated. Private family interment was
held in Belmont Cemetery, Belmont. The full obituary can be viewed and
private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
MacDONALD, Evelyn Emma, 91, formerly of Glenholme, Colchester Co.,
passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2008 in Colchester Regional Hospital,
Truro, surrounded by her family. Born in East Wallace, she was a daughter of
the late Sterling A. and Cozey (Miller) Ross. She is survived by a daughter,
Arlene Johnson, Bible Hill; 6 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; sister,
Mrs. Orpha Casey (Claude), Riverview, NS; daughter-in-law, Elizabeth
MacDonald, Bible Hill; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by
her husband, William; son, Arnold; sister, Hilda; brothers, Ivan, Arthur,
Everett. Funeral service was held 2 p.m., Saturday, September 20, 2008 in
Mattatall ~ Varner Funeral Home, Truro, Reverend Don MacQueen officiated.
Interment was held in Folly Village Cemetery, Glenholme. The full obituary
can be viewed and private messages of condolence may be sent to the family
by visiting:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
MATTHEWS, Kenneth McNeill - 86, Truro, passed away peacefully on
September 25, 2008 . Born in Millerton, N.B., he was the youngest son of the
late Rev. Dr. Walter McN.and Alena (Ward) Matthews. Ken was predeceased by
his parents; brothers, Don and John (Jack) and his beloved wife Yvonne
(Malloy). Ken is survived by his son, Doug (Anita) Matthews, Truro;
daughters Anne (Kevin) McMahon, Deux Montagnes, Que, Meg (Darrell) McCallum
and Sarah (Paul) Gianomoena, Riverview, Fla; cherished grandchildren Krista
(Mark) Thibodeau, Lower Sackville, Craig (Diana) Matthews, Truro, Andrew
Matthews, Ottawa, Matthew and Jeffrey McMahon, Montreal, Que, Emily, Cara
and Neil McCallum, Halifax and Maria and Michael Gianomoena, Riverview, Fla;
adored great-grandchildren Kaitlyn and Matthew Thibodeau, Lower Sackville;
sisters-in-law Ruby Matthews, Uxbridge, Ont., Elizabeth (Betty) Matthews,
Woodstock,Ont. and Eleanor (William) Buttrey, Gananoque, Ont;
brothers-in-law Murray (Margaret) Malloy, Delta, BC, Si (Jean) Malloy,
Halifax and Jack (Marie) Malloy, Dartouth; numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial service was held September 28th, in First United Church, Truro with
Rev. Gordon MacLean and Rev. David MacNaughton officiating. Interment in
Robie Street Cemetery. On line condolences may be made at
www.colchestercommunity.com
MILLER,
Faye (Corbett) passed away peacefully at Peck’s Nursing Home on Monday
July 21st, 2008 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease and, more
recently, Cancer. Faye moved to Peck’s in February of 2008. Faye was born in
Bass River in 1924, the daughter of Winona (Hegan) and George Corbett. She
was sister to Kathleen, Max, Aileen, Hughie, and Neil, all deceased. Faye
lived in Bass River until she joined the Air Force in 1943. After military
service, she attended Veteran’s School where she met her husband, Robert
Miller (deceased 1994). Faye lived and worked in Toronto at Simpson Sears
until she and Robert retired in 1985 and returned to Bass River. No Service
by request. A time of fellowship and refreshments in Faye’s memory will take
place on Friday, August 8th from 2:00 to 4:00 PM in the Mattatall~Varner
Funeral Home in Truro. Faye’s ashes will be buried beside her husband,
Robert, in the family plot at the United Baptist Cemetery in a private
family service.
ORR, Marlene Gertrude, 62, Truro passed away peacefully Sunday, July
27, 2008 in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro after a brief battle with
cancer. Born Dec. 2, 1945 in Woodstock, NB, she was the daughter of birth
parents, the late Kathleen and Arnold Hamilton. She was raised from the age
of 2 by her “mom and dad”, the late Elwood and Marcia Kitchen. She was the
beloved wife of 42 years to Robert (Bob) Orr and mother to Anthony John
(Cheryl), CFB Shilo, MB and Kelly Lee, CFB Greenwood, NS; grandchildren,
Tamara Mary and Brendon Robert; sister to Dale, Rhea, William, James,
Richard, Clifford Kitchen and Wayne Kitchen. Marlene worked for many years
at Sherwin Williams and Tibbetts Paints. Cremation has taken place.
Interment in Woodstock Rural Cemetery, Woodstock, NB on August 1st at 2pm
NEWELL, Roy Joseph - 59, Braeshore/Truro, passed away at home on
Wednesday, July 30, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in
Truro, he was the son of the late Morris and Ella (Heisler) Newell. Roy was
a well respected building contractor in the Truro area for 30 years. A
funeral mass was held on Saturday, August 2nd at 10 a.m. in Immaculate
Conception Church, 669 Prince St., Truro. Interment in Robie Street
Cemetery.
HARVEY, Claudina C. “Todd” – 81, of Parrsboro passed away peacefully
with family by her side on Thursday, August 7, 2008 at South Cumberland
Community Care Centre, Parrsboro. Born in Parrsboro, she was a daughter of
the late Morton “Mott” and Irma (Carter) Durant. Todd is survived by her
loving and devoted husband of 57 years, Malcolm Archibald Harvey; loving
children, Geoffrey (Valerie), Toronto; Kevin (Monika), Port Greville; Craig,
Barrie, Ont.; Alex (Margaret), Toronto; Melissa Hood (Ron), Cambridge, Ont.;
cherished grandchildren, Erin, Mackenzie, Corey, Kyle, Nicholas, Alyssa,
Jessica, Melanie, Jenna, Josh, Liam, Sarah; great grandchildren, Aiden and
Abigail; sisters, Noma Atwood (Neville), Bermuda; Corynne Martin (Ralph),
Economy; brothers, Norman Morton Durant, Jr., Toronto; William Durant
(Grace), Oromocto; many loving nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken
place. A memorial celebration of Todd’s life will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Society. Arrangements
entrusted to Smith’s Funeral Home, Parrsboro.
Dow, Susan Lynn (Knight) - With sadness the family announces the
sudden passing of Susan Lynn Dow (Knight) at her home in London, Ontario on
August 8th, 2008. Born in Truro, July 28th 1958, she was the only daughter
of Ross D. and Doris (Langille) Knight, Bible Hill. Besides her parents she
is survived by her son, Ross Dow, Toronto, Ont.; brother, Louis (Suzanne)
Knight, niece Krystie, nephew’s Eddie and Jonathan Knight all of Truro. Also
survived by Aunts and Uncles Jean (Harold) Corbett, Joyce Knight, Phyllis
(Grant) Putnam, Caroline (Bill) Simpson and Doug Simpson as well as numerous
cousins. She was also survived by ex-husband Gary Dow and friend Dean
St.Germaine. Interment in Portaupique Cemetery. Family flowers only.
Donations may be made in her memory to the Portaupique Cemetery Company or a
charity of your choice.
MILLER, LAURAINE MARIE, 83, of Great Village, Colchester County,
passed away Sunday, August 10, 2008 in Wynn Park Villa, Truro. Born in
Sanford, Maine, she was a daughter of the late Henri and Annie (Legere)
Babineau. Lauraine attended Faith Baptist Church, Great Village. She and her
husband Ernest owned and operated a General Store in Londonderry. She was a
former cook having cooked for West Colchester Consolidated School in Bass
River. She is survived by sons, Charles Nelson (Debbie) of Scarborough, ON,
Gerald Nelson (Shirley) of Truro, Vernon Nelson of Londonderry; daughters,
Evelyn Jacobs of Ottawa, ON, Susan Patriquin (Lee) of Tatamagouche, Marion
Joudrie (Bill) of Great Village; grandchildren, Paul, Mandy, Glen, Mallory,
Kathleen, Brian; 4 great-grandchildren; sister Nola Drisdelle (Art) of
Halifax. She was predeceased by her first husband Vernon V. Nelson; second
husband Ernest Miller; brothers, Edmund, Edgar; sisters, Augusta,
Bernadette; daughter-in-law Elizabeth “Ibby” Nelson; son-in-law Henry
Westhaver. Funeral service 2 pm Thursday, August 14, 2008, all in Faith
Baptist Church, Great Village. Pastor Steve Adams will officiate. Burial
will follow in Robie Street Cemetery, Truro. In lieu of flowers, donations
in Lauraine’s memory may be made to Faith Baptist Church or to a charity of
choice.
FRANCIS, Stephen Allison, Great Village passed away suddenly on
Saturday August 9, 2008. Born and raised in Halifax, Steve was the son of
the late Lexi (neé Currie) and the late Arthur Francis. Steve graduated from
QEH in Halifax and worked in Halifax until moving to Great Village in 1985.
Steve was a strong believer in community and volunteered as scout leader,
baseball coach, charity “barbequer”, and many other “volun-told” activities
as well as an outstanding officer and radio operator of the Great Village
Fire Brigade. In his younger years he loved playing hockey and baseball and
the last few years his time with the Fire Brigade Dart team meant the world
to him. Steve is survived and missed by his wife of 32 years, Terry, sons
Michael (Jonna MacDonald), Jonathon (Kathy), daughter Allison (Bjorn
Merzbach), brother Bill (Gail) Francis, Lr. Sackville, sisters Barbara
(Doug) Dubé, Bedford, Susan (Terry) Chatham, Cole Harbour, Sandy (George)
Thomas, Dartmouth, and Donna Francis, Halifax, sisters-in law, Cheryl MacRae,
Vancouver, Brenda MacRae at home, and Sandy (Ticky) Francis, Lr. Sackville,
brother-in-laws Rodney (Glenda) MacRae, Great Village, Gary (Julie MacRae),
Alberta, a very special Aunt Bertha (Chic) MacRae, Great Village, as well as
two special young people who were welcomed in to his home, Natasha Tobin and
James Moore and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnephews and grandnieces. He
was predeceased by his brother Harold (Ticky) Francis and brother-in-law
Doug Dubé. Cremation has taken place. Celebration of life service on Sunday,
August 17 at 2:00 pm at St. James United in Great Village includes the
Firemens Tribute. Nan Corrigan, DM officiating. Burial will follow at Mahon
Cemetery, Great Village. Donations in memory may be made to the Great
Village Fire Brigade, St. James United, the Great Village Community Centre
or charity of choice.
FAULKNER, Vincent Owen “Vince” – 78, Salmon River, Colchester County,
formerly of Bass River, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving
family, on Thursday afternoon, August 14, 2008 in Colchester Regional
Hospital, Truro. Born June 14, 1930 in Bass River, he was a son of the late
William and Geneva (Fisher) Faulkner. Vince worked at Halliday Craftsmen as
a shipper and also with various construction companies, eventually becoming
the owner/operator of his own business. Vince is survived by his daughter,
Marlene Harvey (Brian Chisholm), Woodstock, Ontario; sons, Donnie, Halifax;
Ken (Sandra), Hart Lake; Arthur “Art”, Salmon River; Chesley (Nora), Rod
(Margaret), Bobby (Kathy), all of Bass River; grandchildren, Donna, Donnie,
Sherri, Billy, Tony, Leanne, Melanie, Sarah, Ryan, Judy, Cindy, David, Jodi,
Jason, Megan, Karen, Matthew, Stacey; great grandchildren, Heather, Amber,
Caitlyn, Bailey, Halle, Ava, Danica, Savanah, Caleb, Ashley, Chloe, Keagan,
Caleb, Riley, Kalen, Raine, Courtney, Selena; brothers, Guy, Upper Economy;
Leigh (Edna), Ingomar, Shelburne County; numerous nieces and nephews. He was
predeceased by his wife, Hazel Ruthene (Rushton); brothers, Eddy, Bert,
Freddie. Graveside funeral service 2 p.m., Monday, August 18, 2008 in Bass
River Baptist Cemetery, Maple Avenue, Bass River, Nancy Corrigan, DM,
officiating.
PULSIFER, Frank Leon - 68, Bible Hill, passed away August 21, 2008 in
Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Berwick, he was a son of the
late Garfield and Ella (Woodworth) Pulsifer. He is survived by his wife,
Ruth (Prins) Pulsifer; daughters, Christine (James) Callaghan, Stewiacke,
Gillian Pulsifer, Truro; son, Michael, Truro; granddaughter, Cora Callaghan;
sister, Rita (Charles) Matthews, Columbus, Ohio; brothers, Eugene (Betty),
Dorchester, Ontario, Kenneth (Hilda), Berwick, Orville (Joan), Winnipeg,
Manitoba, Fred (Isapella), Victoria, BC; many nieces and nephews. He was
predeceased by sisters, Violet Pulsifer and Brenda Bezanson. Visitation will
be held on Sunday, August 24th from 7-9 pm; memorial service on Monday,
August 25th at 2:00 pm, both in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512
Willow Street, Truro with Pastor Scott Penner officiating.
TUCKER, Elsie Melba - 87, Truro, passed away peacefully August 22,
2008 in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro, surrounded by her family. Born
August 14, 1921 in Truro Heights, she was the eldest daughter of the late
Amos Wesley and Verna (Roberts) Blois. Elsie was a member of Brunswick
Street United Church and past president of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch
106, Debert Ladies Auxiliary. Funeral service on Sunday at 2:00 pm, both in
Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow Street, Truro with Rev. David
Lutes officiating. Interment in Robie Street Cemetery.
ATKINSON-FRASER, Hazel Mary (MacKenzie), 73, Maitland; It is with
saddened hearts that we announce the passing of our dearest mother who
passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2008 in Colchester Regional
Hospital, Truro. She is survived by her children, Scott (Christine)
Atkinson, Coquitlam., B.C.; Cecilia (Terry) Spence, Londonderry; Bertha
(Richard) Crowe, London, ON; Cecil (Tabitha) Atkinson, Masstown; Reggie
(Barbara) Atkinson, Londonderry; her devoted sister, Madeliene Kiehl,
Maitland; brothers, Clarence Hamilton, Belmont, Freeman Hamilton, B.C.,
Clark Hamilton, England; nine grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren;
several nieces and nephews. Private family interment in Harmony Cemetery.
SLACK,
Joseph Grant, 83, Debert, passed away June 14, 2008 in Colchester Regional
Hospital, Truro. He was a veteran of the Second World War, a member of the
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #106, Debert, Debert Volunteer Fire Brigade
for 26 years, board of directors for the Debert Military Historical Society
and was a member of the Debert Community Council. Interment in Folly
Mountain Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to the Debert
Military Historical Society or the Debert Volunteer Fire Brigade
LORRAINE, Hon. Edward F., 80, Onslow, passed away peacefully June 18,
2008 in Colchester Regional Hospital, with his family by his side. He was
very involved in the farming industry, agriculture and politics. Ed was a
lifetime farmer and feedlot operator. Interment in Onslow Island Cemetery.
BURGESS,
David Lee - 59, Bass River, passed away suddenly from heart complications,
on Tuesday evening, June 17, 2008 in Colchester Regional Hospital. Interment
in Christ Anglican Church Cemetery, Clifton.
OWEN,
Susan Jean (Staples), 55, Upper Debert, passed away peacefully on June 22,
2008 at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Truro on October 28,
1952. Interment in Belmont Cemetery
CANNING,
David Russell - 62, Restigouche Hospital Centre, passed away peacefully
Monday, June 23, 2008 in Campbellton Regional Hospital, Campbellton, New
Brunswick. Born April 17, 1946 in Truro, Nova Scotia, he was the son of Avis
(Williams) Canning, Dartmouth and the late Hedley Canning. Funeral service
was held Saturday, June 28, 2008 in Acadia Mines United Church, Londonderry.
Interment in Hillcrest Cemetery.
ROGERS,
Aubrey Eldren, 92, Truro passed away June 26, 2008 surrounded by his loving
family in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro after a brief illness.
Interment in Watson Cemetery.