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| 1401 | vanKIPPERSLUIS, Margaret — 64, of South Alton, Kings Co., passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2010, after a short but courageous battle with uterine cancer. Born in South Alton, she was the daughter of Rose Doyle and the late Raymond \'Pat\' Doyle. Margaret was a sweet, kind woman who loved to laugh. Margaret always enjoyed the outdoors. Growing up she loved to help her father work on the family farm and throughout her entire life she enjoyed spending sunny afternoons picking blueberries and riding her bike. Margaret, like her husband Tony, loved to work and during his illness, she took over the reins of the business they built together and continued to run the Christmas Tree U-pick, firewood operation and septic pumping service. During the Christmas tree season, she could be found with her dog, Chip working in the Upick, handing out candy canes to the children, talking to old friends and making new ones. Margaret’s talents extended far beyond her business sense, she was a fantastic baker and a talented dancer. She loved spending Saturday nights at the dances with her best friends and when she stepped on the dance floor no one could keep up, except for Tony. She was an amazing woman, so bright and full of life and while she may have been tiny, she certainly was mighty. Her strength was incredible and everyone that knew her was constantly amazed by her ability to persevere. She was predeceased 11 days ago by her husband of 41 years, Tony vanKippersluis. | Doyle, Margaret (I7331)
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| 1402 | VAUGHAN, Clyde Wayne — 73 of Coldbrook, formerly of New Minas, Kings Co., went to be with his Lord on Monday, January 28, 2013, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Lockhartville, he was a son of the late James and Leora (Tracey) Vaughan. He worked for Irving Oil Limited as a burner technician for 35 years, retiring in 1997. He was a loving son, brother, husband, uncle and a friend to all. He was an active member of St. James Anglican Church, Kentville, serving for many years with the Anglican Cursillo Movement and Alpha Program. Clyde enjoyed playing his guitar and brought joy by playing with a group of Christian friends at the VON Adult Day Care and Grand View Manor, Berwick. He had a hobby collecting postcards. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mabel Nauss; sisters, Christina Boudreau, Gwen Crane and infant sister, Sylvia; brother, Arthur. Interment will be held in Garden of Rest, St. James Parish, Kentville. | Vaughan, Clyde Wayne (I7374)
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| 1403 | VAUGHAN, Judy Age 72, of Lower Sackville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 4, 2018 in the Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in Windsor, she was a daughter of Verna and the late Arthur Vaughan. Judy had an avid love for horses, she loved to crochet afghans and doilies for her friends and family as well as cooking and baking. Fondly known as \'Judge Judy\', she was a mother to everyone and helped all who were in need. Predeceased by brother-in-law, Garnet Mason. A private family ceremony will be held at a later date. | Vaughan, Judith (I8464)
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| 1404 | VAUGHAN, Leo Edward Age 82 of Hantsport, passed away May 9, 2018 in the Hants Community Hospital with his family by his side. Leo was a great husband and father and would do anything he could for his children. | Vaughan, Leo Edward (I4495)
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| 1405 | VAUGHAN, Richard Lee Sr. \"Rick\" Age 62, of Windsor, passed away Monday, April 10, 2017 at home. Born in Wolfville, he was the son of Shirley (Vaughan) Skipper, Windsor Elms Village, Falmouth. Rick was a former member of the Windsor Fire Department and was a former member of Hants County Branch No. 009, Windsor and current member of Calais Branch No. 162, Lower Sackville of the Royal Canadian Legion. He loved hunting, singing, dancing, his cat \"Charlie\" and his old car, his 1984 Camaro. Rick especially loved playing with his grandchildren, even when they would paint his nails. He will be sadly missed by all. | Vaughan, Richard Lee (I7416)
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| 1406 | Verna Eleanor Vaughan Age 93, of Hantsport, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at Dykeland Lodge, Windsor. Born November 27, 1926 in Avonport, Verna was a daughter of the late William and Agnes (Smith) Tracey. Verna started work as a teenager at a hotel in Hantsport, then went on to work at the Yeaton’s Candy Factory. She said she liked the products they made way too much. Verna was a member of the New Minas Waves Senior Group and an adherent of the Hantsport Baptist Church. She loved to go to all the craft shows. Verna also loved to crochet and knit in her spare time, and her work was beautiful. She had a big heart and was a loving mother. Besides her parents, Verna was predeceased by husband, Arthur; daughter, Judith; brother, Blake and son-in-law, Garnet Mason. | Tracey, Verna Eleanor (I8463)
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| 1407 | Veteran of Korean War | Benedict, Edward William (I2699)
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| 1408 | Veteran of U.S. Civil War | Wall, James (I2230)
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| 1409 | VINCENT, Wilda E. 85, of Hantsport and Parrsboro passed away Sunday, May 26, 2013, in her home in Parrsboro. Born in Humboldt, Calif., she was a daughter of the late Stanley and Minnie (Marsters) Taylor. Wilda was a career registered nurse who was very proud of her profession and her training at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal. She She was predeceased by her husbands, Floyd Fuder, John Mosher, and William Vincent; brother, John \'Jack\' Taylor. Visitation 6-8 p.m. today, May 27, in Smith’s Funeral Home, Parrsboro, where funeral will be held 2 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28, with Keith Selwyn-Smith, DLM officiating. Burial will take place on Wednesday, May 29, at 11 a.m. in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport. Reception will follow in St. James United Church, Hantsport. Memorial donations may be made to St. James United Church or to a charity of choice. | Taylor, Wilda Eleanor (I5889)
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| 1410 | Visited Hantsport in 2007, father Ralph MacDonald, grandfather Cecil. Address: 8 Bramber House, Royal Quarter, Seven Kings Way, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey KT2 5BU England | MacDonald, Kim (I2497)
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| 1411 | Vivian Rowena Shaw Of Windsor Forks, passed away peacefully in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at the age of 81. Born on September 9, 1940, she was a daughter of the late Aubrey and Evelyn (Tracey) Schofield. Vivian was a hard worker, from picking corn in the fields with her best friend, Juanita, to milking cows when she was eight months pregnant, to looking after her kids and grandkids. She and David enjoyed traveling with family and friends all over the Atlantic Provinces. Besides her parents, Vivian was predeceased by her husband, David; a son in infancy; grandson, Patrick Shaw and all of her siblings. Arrangements have been entrusted to DeMont Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317). There will be no visitation by request. A private graveside service will be held in Centre Falmouth Cemetery, 155 Town Road, Falmouth, Rev. Bill Gibson officiating. | Schofield, Vivian Rowena (I10098)
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| 1412 | WADE, Kathryn Anne 'Kathy' Age 72, of Barrie, Ont., formerly of Hantsport, Hants Co., passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 29th, 2016. She was a daughter of the late Bernard \'Bun\' and Jennie (Rushton) McDonald. Kathy and Jerry belonged to the Canadian Rose Society and on July 1st every year she and her husband, Jerry, opened up their home and gardens for everyone to come and have a cup of tea and walk through their extensive beautiful rose gardens. She and Jerry had a great love for Collies. Kathy loved her worked at Base Borden and made friends with her co-workers and the clients she served. She will be remembered for her loving personality and wonderful sense of humour. A graveside service will be held in the spring in Riverbank Cemetery in Hantsport. | McDonald, Kathryn Anne (I2050)
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| 1413 | WALKER, Frank James — 73, Windsor, Hants Co., passed away suddenly on December 30, 2010, in Dykeland Lodge, Windsor. Born in Windsor on February 21, 1937, he was the oldest child of the late Murray and Annie (Patterson) Walker of Mount Denson. He spent most of his adult life in the United States employed as a booking agent for a circus. He was a sports enthusiast all of his life and umpired games for the Hantsport Shamrocks many years ago. He returned home to live with his sister, Pat, and her husband, Granville, in 2005, and moved to Dykeland Lodge in 2008. He was happy to be near his childhood home and was most grateful for the care and kindnesses he received while at Dykeland Lodge. Frank was predeceased by sister, Laurel, in infancy; and by his former wife, Audrey (Fortney) Walker, Boscobel, Wisconsin. | Walker, Frank James (I7458)
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| 1414 | WALKER, Janis Maria — 60, of Bishopville, formerly of Greenwood, passed away Sunday, September 19, 2010, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Middleton, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Margaret Mary (Jeremy) Francis. Janis lived on Glooscap First Nation, Bishopville at the time of her death and prior to this lived in Greenwood for 25 years. She graduated from Mac’s Business College in 1967. Janis was employed at CFB Greenwood (14 Wing) for 25 years. She later became the National President for the Native Women Association of Canada. Janis was also a Councillor and Band Manager for the Glooscap First Nation for 28 years. She loved to travel and was to various places around the world. Although Janis never had any children, she certainly was a mother to each and every one she loved. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Earl in 2007; birth mother, Freda (Francis) Lynch; brothers, Gordon, Billy and Stanley. Interment will be in St. Lawrence Cemetery, Kingston. | Francis, Janis Maria (I4143)
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| 1415 | WALKER, John David \"Chub\" With great sadness, the children of John Walker of Leminister, Hants Co. (formerly of Avonport, King Co.) share his passing in Valley Regional Hospital on April 17, 2020, at the age of 73 with his daughters by his side. John was born in Windsor and spent his youth on McKinley Road in Mount Denson. He was the son of the late Murray and Annie (Patterson) Walker. He was predeceased by sisters, Laurel Walker, Patricia Fraser and Sandra Rafuse; and brothers, Frank and Gerald Walker. In his teenage years John was a member of the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets and in his 20s, he pulled tug-of-war. He was a long-time member of Hants West Ground Search and Rescue and volunteered during the Swiss Air recovery efforts. John was employed throughout Canada in the construction industry for most of his life. He operated a number of businesses in the past as well, including a fish market, peddling vegetables and concrete floor finishing. In keeping with Dad’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no service. | Walker, John David (I7460)
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| 1416 | Wallace “Wally” Russell, age 71, of Hantsport, passed away suddenly on Thursday, June 11, 2020, at the Halifax Infirmary Site, Q.E. II, Halifax. Born on July 6, 1948, in Bay Roberts, Newfoundland, Wally was the son of Clarice (Russell) Caravan of Bay Roberts, Newfoundland. He was employed as a shipper at CKF Inc. until health issues forced him on disability and later retired in 2010. He enjoyed Ryan’s Ridge Camp Grounds, where he camped for over 20 years, and especially loved sitting around the campfire with his friends. His favorite pastimes were watching the Toronto Maple Leafs, the WWE wrestling, reading or watching a western, and playing a good game of crib. His fondest memories were of spending time in the woods and fishing with his Uncle Howard at an early age. Wally was predeceased by his step father, Bert Caravan. A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. | Russell, Wallace (I3418)
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| 1417 | WALSH (Flynn), Beatrice Pearl Age 83, of Falmouth, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Monday, September 1, 2014, in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born on April 10, 1931, in Windsor, she was a daughter of the late Ainsley and Marie (MacDonald) Flynn. Talented and active throughout her life Beatrice was a Sunday school teacher, Girl Guide leader, square dancer, antique restorer, bluegrass fan, musician, and artist in oil paint and ceramics. Beatrice was a caring wife and mother to three career servicemen. She enjoyed flea marketing, camping, traveling across Canada, Europe, and winters in Florida. Most of all she loved her home, her family and her friends. She will be forever missed and fondly remembered. Beatrice was predeceased by infant son, Daniel; sisters, Ella, Venita, Muriel, Hazel, and Sadie; brothers, George and Laurie. A private family interment will take place in Centre Falmouth Cemetery, Falmouth. | Flynn, Beatrice Pearl (I4998)
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| 1418 | WALSH (Romans), Audrey Louise Age 64, Hants Border, Kings Co., passed away on July 9, 2016 at home with her family by her side. Born September 29, 1951 in Wolfville, she was a daughter of Margaret Catherine (Allen) Romans and the late Gerald Henry Romans. After graduating from Horton High School, Audrey enrolled in the Nova Scotia Teachers College in Truro. While there she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and thus was unable to complete the course. In her younger years, before the ravages of MS took its toll Audrey loved to camp and swim, especially at Ponhook Lodge. She enjoyed cooking everything from delicious main courses to scrumptious desserts. Her many interests also included making quilts (one of which now keeps her mother warm at night) and latch hooking. She was a member of Hantsport Baptist Church and along with her brother, Bill, sang in the choir. | Romans, Audrey Louise (I3456)
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| 1419 | WALSH, Greta May — 88, of Lockhartville and Dykeland Lodge, Windsor, passed away Sunday, December 30, 2012, surrounded by her loving family, in Dykeland Lodge. Born in Lockhartville on December 11, 1924, she was a daughter of the late Gordon and Minnie (Tracey) Smith. She was predeceased by brothers, John, William, Grant and Charlie. A very special thank you is extended to the staff of Dykeland Lodge, especially the nurses on the Wallace Unit, for their excellent care and support of our entire family. | Smith, Greta May (I2756)
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| 1420 | WALSH, Ronald Edward Age 94 of Lockhartville and Camp Hill Veterans’ Memorial Building, QEII, where he passed away on Tuesday, November 27, 2018. Born in Avonport on October 25, 1924, he was a son of the late Seymour Douglas and Clara Belle (King) Walsh. Ron proudly served during the Second World War with the North Nova Scotia Highlanders, seeing front-line action with Company A throughout France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. Ron worked at Minas Basin Pulp and Paper for over 25 years and then he pursued carpentry until retirement. He believed in a hard day’s work and took much pride in the home he built, especially his gardens and lawns. He stayed a kid at heart and enjoyed nothing more than joking around with his grandchildren. Ron was predeceased by his wife of 70 years, Greta (Smith); brothers, William, Charles, Henry, Victor and twin, Donald; sisters, Jean Starratt, Madeline Colby, Hilda Sherman, Alice Walsh and Iris Whitman. A very special thank you is extended to the staff at Camp Hill, especially those on 4th floor Westwood Wing, for their excellent care and support shown to dad. A graveside funeral service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Ronald may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Lockhartville (Stoney Hill) Baptist Church, Lockhartville. | Walsh, Ronald Edward (I2742)
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| 1421 | WALSH, William Joseph \'Bill\' Passed away peacefully Friday evening, May 17, 2019 in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Son of the late Ada (Smith) and Lawson Walsh, Bill was born in Hampstead, Long Island, N.Y., June 28, 1928. He was raised in Hantsport helping his father move houses using teams of horses. In 1947 he became a member of the Army Reserve Recce Squadron before joining the RCAF in 1949. Working as a Flight Engineer and Aero Engine Tech on Lancasters, Dakotas, Neptunes, Argus and many others, he crisscrossed the country for the next 21 years. Upon retirement from the Air Force in 1970 he first went into real estate and then industrial sales becoming the East coast sales manager for an international company. Over the years he enjoyed a varied and fun life: ball player, hockey player, Cub Scout leader, square dancer/caller/instructor, golfer, fisherman, bluegrass fan and festival goer, frequent winter traveler to Florida, musician, and since having wifi installed, a devoted Freecell player. He enjoyed getting out to play with his harmonica-playing friends at local venues and playing the various nursing homes every Tuesday night with a local country band. Bill was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Beatrice (Flynn) in 2014 and son, Daniel in infancy in 1957; and brothers, John, Paul and Richard. He is well-remembered as a nice man and will be missed by all who knew him. Thank you to all the staff in the 200 Unit of Hants Community Hospital and all the Emergency Room staff for your kindness. Cremation has taken place and a private graveside service will be held 1 p.m., Tuesday, May 28th in Centre Falmouth Cemetery, Falmouth. | Walsh, William Joseph (I4997)
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| 1422 | Was at one time a clerk for J. B. North & Son, and later travelled for A. W. Smith, Halifax, - HJ 29 Jan 1930 | Cohoon, Harry Alexander (I1653)
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| 1423 | WATSON, Audrey Lyle — 80, of Sackville (most recently of Northwood Manor Nursing Home), passed away on January 26, 2013, surrounded by her loving family in Northwood Manor. Born in Hantsport, she was a daughter of the late Calvin Henderson and Thelma (Benedict, Henderson) Maddox. Audrey enjoyed ceramic painting, knitting and socializing with family and friends and was a long-time supporter of The Muscular Dystrophy Association of Canada. She was predeceased by husband, Claude; sister, Eleanor; grandson, Ernest in infancy; stepfather, John Maddox and stepmother, Flo Benjamin. Visitation will be Friday, February 1 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Atlantic Funeral Home, 125 Sackville Dr., Lower Sackville. A memorial service will be held in St. John the Evangelist Church, 934 Old Sackville Rd., Lower Sackville at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 2, followed by a private family burial in Oakridge Memory Gardens, Lower Sackville. | Henderson, Audrey Lyle (I11811)
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| 1424 | Wayne Edward SHANO — Hantsport Passed away in QEII Health Sciences Centre in Halifax on Friday, January 7, 2022 with his loved ones holding his hands. He was such a brave fighter who wanted to come home but diabetes, heart and kidneys said no. Wayne had an incredible zest for life; he lived big and he appreciated every precious day he was given. He was a proud North-end boy who always loved to drive through his part of the city and reminisce about younger days and all the wonderful adventures he’d had, especially with his brother Brian. He was a ‘child at heart’ exploring toy stores and hobby stores and in his later years experienced the joy of model trains. He was a respected employee of Oland’s Brewery for 33 years; working at the Brewery was a family affair as both his dad, Bert, his brother Brian and his daughter Kathy worked there too. How he loved to play on the Oland’s baseball and hockey teams! Wayne was a proud dad whose dear daughter Kathy inherited not only his love of shopping but also of travel. They went to Disneyland, skied at Sugar Loaf and Smuggler’s Notch and enjoyed many rides in his prized mustard yellow MG Midget. He was an animal lover and a lover of dogs; he appreciated their unconditional love and companionship. Our dog Chester is lost without him. Wayne really liked to ‘stir the pot’, both in the kitchen and in conversation. In the kitchen he loved to cook and bake; he was our master chef- from BBQ whiskey sauce, homemade breads, cheese cakes and pumpkin pie with a hint of rum. And then there were conversations, especially with his good buddy, Roy when talking politics. He had a quick wit and a dry sense of humor. I could have written a book! Wayne and his sweetheart Susan made many incredible memories in their 25 years together. We worked on our ‘bucket list’ and did a good job of it, trips across the Pond, concerts and more concerts and especially crashing the Royal Wedding of Will and Kate. Wayne was the love of my life and I was his! Wayne was predeceased by his parents, Thelma (Robar) and Bert Shano; his brothers, Brian Shano and Jackie Robar. A heartfelt thank you to the VON staff that cared for Wayne with compassion and kindness, it was much appreciated; also, our most thankful respect and appreciation for the doctors and nurses of the Heart Function clinic, the Leg and Ulcer clinic and the Cardiac Care unit of the QEII. Special thanks to retired Dr. Frank Lo and Dr. Michael Diab; you’re the best!! In keeping with Wayne’s wishes cremation has taken place. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Children’s Wish Foundation would be greatly appreciated. | Shano, Wayne Edward (I10742)
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| 1425 | Wayne Wellington Cox “Papa”(States), age 75 of Garlands Crossing passed away March 17, 2020 in Hants Regional Hospital. Born in Mount Denson on December 29, 1944, he was a son of the late Eunice Mildred States. Wayne was a past member of the Royal Canadian Legion branch 162 and enjoyed working many many volunteer hours. He also enjoyed darts, pool, and card games. | States Cox, Wayne Wellington (I7153)
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| 1426 | We are extremely sad to announce the passing of Kenny Boyd at his daughter’s home in Poplar Grove on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at the age 74. Kenny was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and true friend to many. Born November 30, 1948, he was a son of the late John and Florence (MacDonald) Boyd. Kenny grew up in and was a longtime resident of Falmouth. As a young man, he ventured out west and was a member of the Armed Forces for several years, participating in the 1970 Montreal “October Crisis”. Kenny also excelled as a hockey player at this time. Throughout his life he was a hard worker in whatever he pursued. In addition to being a woodsman for many years, he also worked on ranches, orchards and as a pipeline labourer. Kenny was well known to his friends as "KB". He was very generous, softhearted and always had a kind word or a smile for whoever needed it. His passions in life included fishing, vegetable gardening, cooking, tapping trees for maple syrup, reading, nature, animals and having a cold beer with friends. Besides his parents, Kenny was preceded in death by his brother, Wayne. A private service will be held at a later date. | Boyd, Kenneth Ralph (I17356)
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| 1427 | We are sad to announce that Richard, age 86, passed away at Halifax Infirmary, QEII on Monday, May 18, 2020. Born in Windsor, on July 4, 1933, he was a son of the late Frederick and Mary (Harvie) Smith. Besides his parents, Richard was predeceased by his siblings Marie Whiston, Shirley Cornies, Leota Davison, Palmer Smith and Kenneth Smith. Richard was employed by the Minas Basin Pulp & Power in Hantsport for 36 years before retiring. For many years, Richard was involved as song leader at Glad Tidings and Dykeland Lodge in Windsor. For the past 20 years, Richard was a faithful adherent of Hantsport Baptist Church. He loved to play his guitar and sing gospel music both in his church and at local jams. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a private family interment will take place in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport, Rev. Jennifer Riley officiating. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. | Smith, Richard Harry (I9608)
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| 1428 | We are sad to announce that Wendell Holmes Jeffrey,passed away peacefully on August 26, 2018, in the Veterans Unit, Fishermen’s Memorial Hospital, Lunenburg. Born in picturesque Sandy Cove, Digby County, on December 22,1921, Wendell was the second eldest of eight children. His father, Floyd Vertal, made a modest living from the sea and the land and his mother, Margaret Elizabeth (Holmes), was a teacher and organist at the local Baptist church. After graduating from Normal College, he taught in a one room school in Great Village, Nova Scotia prior to the outbreak of the Second World War. He then served his country in the RCAF during the war, and later attended Dalhousie University with the assistance of the Royal Canadian Air Force Benevolent Fund earning a Bachelor of Science degree. Subsequently, he was accepted into the Dalhousie Medical School and graduated as Doctor of Medicine serving in the Royal Canadian Army Medical Core as a commissioned officer during that time. He brought his young family to Shelburne, Nova Scotia, in 1953, practising medicine with great dedication, skill and compassion until his retirement. He is fondly remembered by his patients, physician colleagues, nursing staff and other health care workers. With original partner Dr. D.R. Campbell, he established the Shelburne Medical Group, one of the first group family medical centres in Nova Scotia, providing uninterrupted comprehensive medical care to the community, encompassing general medicine, obstetrics, anesthesia and surgical assistance. Despite a very busy medical practise, he was a dedicated and much loved father and husband and became the ultimate Pater Familias to his children and his grandchildren after the death of our mother, Marjorie and subsequently to his great grandchildren, never forgetting birthdays and special occasions. He also contributed to his community in other ways, serving on Shelburne Town Council and as president of the Shelburne Kiwanis Club, and was a founding member of the Shelburne County Golf and Country Club (now River Hills Golf Club). He had a lifelong love of music and sang baritone with the Shelburne men's quartet with Earle Smith, Earl Darrow and Stan West, accompanied by Dot Smith. He was predeceased by loving wife Marjorie (Hilton) Jeffrey, sister Florence (Fred) Sabean, brothers Fenwick (Laura) Jeffrey and Phillip (Helen) Jeffrey and daughter-in-law, Mary Jane (Michael) Jeffrey. | Jeffrey, Wendall Holmes (I14768)
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| 1429 | We are sad to announce the passing of Lorna Blanche Jenkins on March 16, 2021 at the age of 87. Born on June 13th, 1933, in Hantsport, NS, to Burton Cameron and Annie Kathleen (Whitman) Yeaton, Lorna grew up in a large family and, following the early death of her father, her mother became the sole parent of seven. The Yeaton children developed strong bonds as they learned to support each other from an early age. Among those cherished bonds that have endured a lifetime, the ones with her only sister and with her twin brother were always special. Lorna has recently written a book in memory and celebration of the seven siblings.She is predeceased by her brothers Russell (Mabel) and Jack (Lily). She was the wife of the late Bernard Cecil Jenkins. Lorna graduated from the Nova Scotia Teacher’s College in Truro. It was there that she met Bernard. Over the years, they moved many times with their young family, finally ending up in Labrador City. In 2000, they returned to Nova Scotia where they built a home in Antigonish to be closer to family. Daughter, sister, niece, cousin, friend, teacher, aunt, in-law, mother, businesswoman, grandmother, critic, and mentor: Lorna wore all these mantles with calm and grace. She was a masterful sewer and a reluctant but proficient knitter who was always willing to share her skills. Her quiet, steady presence was a boon to Deborah as she started her creative business. Lorna wasn’t a huge fan of playing sports but a poetically excellent triple toe triple lutz or a hole-in-one would bring a tear to her eye and her hands to her mouth as she slowly crept to the edge of her seat. She was a wonderful cook, for whom cake was the pinnacle of culinary excellence, closely followed by the egg roll. Lorna threw herself into social events, as happy to entertain as to be a guest. In retirement she and her sister travelled far and wide, often accompanied by other family members on trips where laughter and camaraderie were given free rein. Lorna cared for her family with deep and abiding love. Her family, her friends and her beloved cat, Spike, all knew the value of this extraordinary gift. A Celebration Of Her Life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the St. Martha’s Hospital Palliative Care, the Canadian Cancer Society, or the Red Cross Antigonish. | Yeaton, Lorna Blanche (I2415)
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| 1430 | WEAGLE, Jean Gertrude July 3, 1917 - June 1, 2013. Jean passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 1, in Windsor Elms Village, Falmouth, at the age of 95. Born in Port Williams, she was a daughter of the late Emerson and Iona (Barron) Hutchinson. She was predeceased by her husband, Kenneth Weagle; brother, Ralph Hutchinson; sisters, Frances Wellwood, Mildred Lutwick, Dorothy Reese and Margaret Rose Hutchinson; and brothers-in-law, Lawrence Lutwick, Theodore Miller and Arnold Wellwood. Jean will be fondly remembered as a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Family was very important to her and she was always willing to lend a helping hand. She was a faithful member of Hantsport Baptist Church and was a former member of Kings Daughters. She enjoyed gardening, knitting and reading, but her fondest time was spent with family and friends at her summer cottage. For a short time she worked at Austin Simpson Jewellery Store. | Hutchinson, Jean Gertrude (I8486)
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| 1431 | WEATHERBEE, Earl William — 79, Wolfville, passed away July 9, 2011, in Grand View Manor, Berwick, where he resided for the last four months. Born December 30, 1931, he was a son of the late Gilbert and Clara (Jessop) Weatherbee. Earl enjoyed family gettogethers, politics, hockey and in his early years loved to play hockey. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was a Past-President of Wolfville Lions Club and Past-President of Dr. C.B. Lumsden Branch No. 74, Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville. Earl was a plumber by trade and had worked for the Nova Scotia Department of Highways, New Minas. Besides his parents, Earl was predeceased by stepson, Carl Smith; grandson, Chandler; sister, Shirley; brothers, Albert and Lewis. There will be no funeral by request. Visitation will be held from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, July 13, in Serenity Lindsay Funeral Home, Wolfville. Family flowers only. Interment will be in Willowbank Cemetery. Donations in memory of Earl may be made to the Grand View Manor, Berwick, Canadian Cancer Society or to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. | Weatherbee, Earl William (I10065)
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| 1432 | WEBSTER (Bishop), Myrna Clare Age 92, of Port Williams, passed away Saturday, March 19, 2016, in Shannex-Blomidon Court, Greenwich. Born in Bishopville on June 21, 1923, she was a daughter of the late Ernest and Lola (Coldwell) Bishop. The youngest of six children, she began her married life with Earle Webster in 1942. For 18 years they raised their family and built a successful farm in Port Williams. In November 1960 the unthinkable happened, her husband Earle passed away and Myrna was left with a farm to manage on her own plus five children ages 17 to the youngest, a baby born a week later. Her strength and determination never ceased to amaze. Her priority was always her kids, and with the help of family through the 1960’s she kept the farm going by making sure the work always got done. She took in school boarders and even provided a home for troubled children for many years. She worked incredibly hard doing whatever she could, back in the days of no modern conveniences. In 1970 she married her second husband, Gordon, only to be on her own again two years later when he passed away. Again she carried on by working off the farm to earn an income. Her homemade apple pies and bread were legendary. It was almost magical how quickly she could make an apple pie for desert and have it perfect every time. At the end of her life when she battled Alzheimer’s she always knew her kids. She was a fighter to the end. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. In addition to her husbands, she was predeceased by sisters, Norine Ross and Nita Munden; brothers, Harold, Harvey and Ernie. A private family burial will take place in Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill. | Bishop, Myrna Clare (I10750)
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| 1433 | WEIR, Andrew Age 77, of Falmouth, formerly of Bedford, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 in Windsor Elms Village, Falmouth. Born in Scotland in 1942, he was a son of the late John and Elizabeth (Aird) Weir. Andrew was a civil engineer for over 40 years. He moved to Canada with his wife Margaret in 2009. He was a member of North Brook Chapel in Dartmouth and enjoyed a number of years of fellowship there. He was known for his sincere Christian beliefs from a very early age. He was an elder for many years and was known to give wise counsel. He was also a Sunday school and youth leader. Andrew organized weekly gospel events for his local community and enjoyed singing very much. A private family graveside will be held in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport. A public funeral service will be held Wednesday, November 27th at 2 p.m. in DeMont Family Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Rob Heffernan officiating. | Weir, Andrew (I11828)
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| 1434 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Living (I130)
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| 1435 | WELLWOOD, Arnold A. - Passed away in Grand River Hospital in Kitchener, Ont., on Thursday, December 7, 2007, at the age of 93. He was predeceased by his parents, Edgar and Leila (Parker) Wellwood; brother, Edgar Harris Wellwood, and sister, Dorothy Wellwood. Arnold grew up in Hantsport and graduated from Acadia University (B.Sc., M.Sc.). After marrying Fran in 1942, they moved to Montreal where he taught at McGill University. During the war, his research focused on an alternative plant-based fuel. They later moved to Guelph, Ont., where he taught at Ontario Agricultural College (University of Guelph). In 1956 he graduated from Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., with a Ph.D. in genetics. From 1958-60, Arnold and his family lived in Nigeria where he developed a high-yielding type of corn. After teaching at the University of Connecticut, he returned to Canada to teach at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ont. in the Biology Department (1963-80). He and Fran spent their retirement in Kentville. They enjoyed their summers at their cottage in Grand Pré and many winters in Florida, more recently returning to Kitchener to live. Arnold was an avid photographer and enjoyed playing in a musical recorder group, woodworking and participating in the annual bird census. He was a past member of First Baptist Church, Guelph, where he sang in the choir, Highland Baptist Church, Kitchener, and Bethany Memorial Baptist Church, Aldershot. A memorial service will be held in Winston Park Retirement Home in Kitchener at a later date. | Wellwood, Arnold Augustus (I1876)
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| 1436 | WELLWOOD, Frances Ethel - Passed away December 23, 2009, at the age of 91. She was the wife of the late Arnold Wellwood. They celebrated their 65th anniversary before his passing in 2007. Born in Lockhartville to Iona and Emerson Hutchinson, she was a dear sister to Jean Weagle, Frank (Madeleine) Hutchinson, Mildred Lutwick, Dot (Chester) Reese, Madge (Vernon) Davison, Joan Miller, Carol (Jim) Legge, Richard (Mary) Hutchinson. Predeceased by Margaret Rose and Ralph (Isabel) Hutchinson. After marrying Arnie in 1942, they moved to Ste. Anne de Bellevue, Que., where she put her business college skills to use at the Bank of Montreal and at Macdonald College, McGill University. Other moves took them to Guelph, Ont., Nigeria, Connecticut and Kitchener, Ont. Upon retirement, they returned to their roots in Nova Scotia, settling in Kentville. Fran loved summers at their Evangeline Beach cottage in Grand Pré and enjoyed many winters in Largo, Fla. Five years ago, they moved to Winston Park Retirement Home in Kitchener. Family was very important to Fran. She took much delight in holiday gatherings and family reunions. She was very proud of the academic accomplishments of her children and grandchildren. Her love of travel took her across Canada, through most of the United States, to Europe and the Caribbean. She was an expert seamstress and gourmet cook, and enjoyed square dancing and playing bridge. Fran will be remembered for her ready smile and kind words to others. A memorial service will happen at a later date at Winston Park. Interment of ashes will take place in Nova Scotia in the summer. | Hutchinson, Frances Ethel (I8500)
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| 1437 | WELT, William Edgar — Of Greenwich, Kings Co. With sadness, I announce the passing of my beloved husband, Bill, age 87, in the Veterans’ Wing of Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital, Middleton, on Thursday, November 17, 2011. Bill was a truly gentle man, happy to be with his family and friends. He loved playing the bagpipes, marched in many parades and ceremonies and was highly respected by the members of his band. Bill was a son of Milton Edgar and Pearl (Drolet) Welt. He grew up in the mining town of Schumacher near Timmins, Ont. and took his schooling there. In 1942 he joined the Army, coming to Wolfville, where he took the Officer’s Training Course at Acadia University. He went overseas in 1943, joined the North West Novas and fought in Holland and Belgium until the end of the Second World War. He played the drums in the Victory Parade in Brussels and Amsterdam. Bill started work in engineering/designing with the Ontario Department of Highways in Toronto and later was transferred to Albuquerque, N.M., and finally settled in Tucson, Ariz. He was predeceased by his first wife, Betty, of 50 years. For several years, with his second wife, Margaret Forsyth Welt, he spent six winter months in Tucson and six summer months in Nova Scotia, and joined friends in bagpipe bands in both places. In 2007, he settled on the farm in Greenwich, and treasured the longtime friendships made with the CAUC (Canadian Army University Course) and his family here. Funeral service will be held in Greenwich United Church on Tuesday, November 22, at 3 p.m. with reception to follow in the church; Rev. Robyn Brown-Hewitt will officiate. | Welt, William Edgar (I14704)
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| 1438 | Wendy Marie (nee Francis) Rafuse … It is with profound sadness that we announce Wendy’s peaceful passing on Saturday, June 27, 2009 at her home on the Glooscap First Nation, Bishopville. Born in Halifax on July 3, 1956, she was a daughter of Bill and Neta (nee Tupper) Francis. Wendy was a loving wife and a caring mother and grandmother. Her devotion to the people she loved was obvious to all who knew her. She was quick to laugh and enjoyed telling stories of her experiences, both past and present. Wendy was a strong, proud woman who was never heard to complain and was always ready to assist others. The love of her dog, Tee and of nature, especially watching the birds that she so diligently fed, various crafts and “shopping for sales” were a source of everyday enjoyment for Wendy. Her best friend and life partner, Vincent Martin was always with her and together, they enjoyed every day to the fullest. She leaves memories that will never fade. Her passing leaves a sadness that can only be relieved in knowing that she is now resting peacefully in God’s care. She was predeceased by her father, Bill and step-mother, Jessie, both in 2002; her twin granddaughters, Taylor and Taryn Rafuse in 2006. She was also predeceased by her maternal and paternal grandparents. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, July 2, 2009 in St. Joseph’s Chapel, Glooscap First Nation, Bishopville, Father Craig Christianson officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. A reception will also be held in the Glooscap Community Centre. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to the Nova Scotia Lung Association. | Francis, Wendy Marie (I10428)
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| 1439 | WEST (Churchill), Mary Irene Our sweet mother, Nannie and Great Nannie, Mary Irene (Churchill) West born in Hantsport, June 3, 1922 passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 4, 2020 in Ivany Place in Bedford. She was predeceased by her parents, Gordon and Muriel (Cochrane) Churchill; husband, John Malcolm West; son, Wayne Parker West; brothers, Maxwell and Winston Churchill; and her little dog Missy (December 2019). Mary was very active in her younger years (not so long ago). She enjoyed golfing, playing darts, line dancing, square dancing, walking and bowling all with her beloved husband, Mac. She was an artist in every respect - knitting, quilting, painting, embroidery, decoupage, and sewing just to name a few. She served for many years with the UCW at Knox United Church. She was quiet and humble but also possessed a good sense of humor and quick wit. She was loved by everyone. Service will be held in Sackville United Baptist Church, 1240 Old Sackville Rd., Middle Sackville on Thursday, January 9th at 11 a.m. Reception to follow. Interment will be in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport for the immediate family only. | Churchill, Mary Irene (I3249)
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| 1440 | WEST, Gerald Lemont Age 93, of Lockhartville, passed away on Monday, October 8, 2018 in Camp Hill Veterans’ Memorial Building, QEII, Halifax. Gerald was born on June 19, 1925 to parents Horace and Cora (Burger) West in Wolfville. He married Mildred (Crewe) West on November 18, 1950 in Halifax. After attending high school in Hantsport, Gerald joined the RCAF in 1944 at age 19, where he served as a Wireless Operator and Air Gunner. His service included submarine patrol over the North Atlantic. After the war, Gerald went on to get a science degree at Mount Allison University, N.B., a degree in Chemical Engineering at Dalhousie University, Halifax and was a certified Marine Chemist. After university, Gerald did naval research work, was a partner in Wyman and West Limited Consulting and Analytical Chemists and Nova Scotia Department of Environment. With much kicking and screaming, Gerald retired from his company, Gerald L. West and Associates in 2001. Gerald was a member of many organizations, including The Chemical Institute of Canada, The Nova Scotia Safety Council, The American Society of Lubrication Engineers, The American Society for Testing Materials, The Association of Official Racing Chemists and The Chemical Society of Great Britain. A devoted man, Gerald loved the companionship of his large family and was always eager to host gatherings with lots of good food and laughter. He had a passion for the skies, often flying family, friends and neighbours around the Maritimes in his private plane. Mildred and Gerald did their fair share of travel to England, Germany, New York and went on several cruise ships. They wintered in Largo, Fla. for 24 seasons where they formed incredible bonds of friendship with again much good food and laughter. A busy life didn’t stop Gerald from being an active member of the Lockhartville Church, where he served on the Board of Deacons, was a Trustee, Sunday school teacher and Young People’s Leader. Gerald took his civic duties seriously. He joined the Rotary Club as a young man and it was very common in later years to see him diligently selling tickets for Food For Thought and other fundraisers. Gerald was a Shriner and was awarded his 50th year Freemason pin in 2015 at Poyntz Lodge with his sons Stephen and Kevin in attendance. In 2010, Gerald was the only Canadian to be included in an American Tribute to the Second World War Veterans in Washington. He was treated to the same honours as the American Citizens at the memorial service. Gerald was an accomplished carpenter who built two family homes. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Michael West; brother, Ashael West; sisters, Eva Samarra, Madeline Doig, Evangeline Tracey and Della Thompson. There will be no visitation, by request. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, October 15th, in White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Rev. Ellen Hunt officiating. Burial will take place in Lower Horton Cemetery. | West, Gerald Lemont (I2179)
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