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Matches 961 to 1,000 of 1,465
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| 961 | MARRIAGE BY LICENCE bAPTIST CHURCH A FISHERMAN | Caldwell, Samuel (I308)
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| 962 | Married by the bride's father, Rev. Silas Rand | Family: Lewis Bezanson Allen / Agnes Deborah Rand (F5455)
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| 963 | MARSHALL, Phyllis Joan — 874 Main St., Kingston, passed away December 14, 2011, in Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Born in Hantsport in 1937, she was a graduate of the School of Dental Hygiene, University of Toronto. Phyllis was the daughter of the late Robert S. Kelly and the late Gertrude M. Kelly (of Hantsport). She was an employee of the Nova Scotia Department of Health Dental Division for many years. In later years she was employed with the family firm of K. C. Marshall Clothing Ltd. in Kingston. Interment will be in North Kingston Cemetery. | Kelly, Phyllis Joan (I5119)
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| 964 | MARSTERS (Swinamer), Sylvia Rose — 69, Hantsport, passed away peacefully Friday, March 23, 2012, in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born in Windsor, she was the daughter of the late George and Olive (Lyons) Swinamer. | Swinamer, Sylvia Rose (I7208)
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| 965 | MARSTERS, Gary Leigh Age 80 of Brooklyn, Hants Co. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gary on Thursday, November 28, 2019. He was a son of the late Harry Sr. and Winnifred (Saunders) Haley. Gary served 26 years in the Royal Canadian Navy where he spent his final time in Golan Heights, Peacekeeping. Upon leaving the Navy he spent another 22 years with the Commissionaires. Gary was a sports fanatic, his favourite teams being Toronto Blue Jays and Maple Leafs. He also enjoyed to eat out where he knew all the servers by name and they knew him. His New Minas Friday’s weren’t the same since he lost his friend, Morris Coldwell. Gary will be missed by everyone in Uniacke Pines. Most of all, Gary loved his family and spending time with them, especially Lucas. Besides his parents, Gary was predeceased by his wife, Sylvia (Swinamer); brothers, Harry Jr., Donald and Lawrence Haley; sister, Mary McNeil. | Marsters, Gary Leigh (I7212)
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| 966 | MARSTERS, Robert Frederick \'Bob\' Age 75 of Hantsport, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2016, in the Halifax Infirmary, QEII, Halifax. Born in Hantsport on February 15, 1941, he was the son of the late Frederick Davison Marsters and Laura Louise (Lane) Marsters. Bob took his education entirely at Hantsport School, with the exception of Grade XII which was taken at Windsor Academy, and even though he excelled in his studies, he was not particularly enthused with attending school. On completion of school, he attended a private business college in Windsor. Bob then joined H.R. Doane and Company (now Grant Thornton) and acquired his Chartered Accountant’s designation in the late 1960’s and served for many years in their offices in Windsor and Halifax, and in Saint John, N.B. In 1977 Bob returned to Hantsport and established his own public accounting practice, serving his clients in the area for well over 30 years, many of them becoming more like family than business clients. He was particularly interested in history, especially the history of Hantsport and the local area. Bob cherished his Canadian citizenship, but he was equally proud of his British heritage; he was a staunch supporter of the monarchy. Bob liked to garden and he loved animals, especially cats, many of them being strays or ones he adopted. Cremation has taken place under the care of Lindsay’s Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King St., P.O. Box 2218, Windsor, NS B0N 2T0. Bob’s ashes will be buried in the Marsters family plot in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport, at a later date. To add your condolences, click on contribute, at: www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com | Marsters, Robert Frederick (I1973)
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| 967 | MARTIN, Clifford Lee — Managing Director, Martin\'s, Ltd. Dry Goods, Carpets, etc., 16-20 Church St., Amherst. Born Hantsport, NS. Jan. 6, 1867, son of David Harris and Elizabeth Rachel (Davison) Martin. Educated: High School, Hantsport. Went to sea, 1884, Boatswain, 1885; abandoned seafaring and entered dry goods business with T. H. Burpee Witter, Wolfville, NS. 1886; removed to Amherst and entered employ of Dunlap Bros. & Co. 1889; eventually became Manager, Dry Goods Department; purchased Dry Goods business of Dunlap Bros. & Co, 1899; incorporated as Martins Ltd., and became Managing Director, 1907; bought out Millinery business of Lord & Drewery, 1910: was the first to start cash system in Amherst. President. Board of Trade, 1913-1914; President, Maritime Publicity Association, 1913, President, 1914-15. of the Baptist Annuity Board of the Maritime Provinces; Divisional Representative of the Publicity Section of the Canada Food Board for Cumberland and part of Colchester and Pictou Counties, Chairman for Cumberland County in the big Red Cross Campaign to raise $4,369,000 for Canada, 1918. Married Lena Elouise Middlemas, daughter of Peter Middlemas, Berwick, NS. Aug 28, 1901; has two sons and one daughter. Recreatona: Duck shooting, fishing. Conservative, Baptist. Residence: 38 Rupert Street. Amherst, N.S. | Martin, Clifford Lee (I10839)
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| 968 | Mary E. (Flynn) Frizzell, age 89, of Brockton, died peacefully July 19, 2012 at West Acres Rehabilitation and Nursing Center following a period of failing health. She was the devoted and loving wife for 63 years of Russell E. Frizzell, Sr. Born and raised in Brockton, Mary was the daughter of the late Louis and Jennie M. (Dorgan) Flynn. She was a 1941 graduate of Brockton High School and worked many years for the Brockton School Department where she was a Teachers Aide at the Downey and Gilmore Schools. Mary had a close relationship for many years with the Sisters of St. Joseph at Cardinal Spellman High School and was a longtime and active communicant of St. Colman Church. She was an avid reader, bird watcher, enjoyed calligraphy, especially designing award certificates for local little leagues and was a member of the 10 x 3 Bowling League of Brockton for many years. | Flynn, Mary Elizabeth (I15765)
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| 969 | Mary Helen Balcom – 96, formerly of Hantsport, Hants County, passed away Sunday, August 6, 2017 in Dykeland Lodge, Windsor. Born in Auburn, Kings County, she was a daughter of the late William and Charlotte (McLellan) Balcom. She was a faithful attendee of St. James United Church, Hantsport, where she was a life member of the UCW. She was predeceased by her sister, Madge Holt; a brother, Brown \"Biff\" Balcom; nephew, Robert Holt. | Balcom, Mary Helen (I9779)
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| 970 | Mary Lee O'Dell - 55, of Centreville, Kings County, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2014 in the VG Site, QEII Hospital, Halifax. Born in Wolfville, Kings County, she was a daughter of Ona (Bigelow) Spicer, Evergreen Home for Special Care, Kentville and the late Lawrence "Mike" Spicer. She had worked for many years at both Towers and Zellers Department Stores, New Minas and later at Foote's Farm Market, Centreville. She had been a girl guide leader in Centreville and had taught Sunday School at the Centreville Baptist Church. Mary was a great cook and enjoyed crafts, including knitting and sewing. She was predeceased by a sister, Lydia O'Dell. Burial will take place in the Habitant Cemetery, Kings County. | Spicer, Mary Lee (I5996)
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| 971 | Mary Louise Brewster, born January 23, 1928 in Hantsport, NS, passed away on April 3, 2017, at the Hants Community Hospital with her family by her side. She lived most of her life in Hantsport, where she was very active in her community. She was a dedicated member of the United Church and belonged to many groups and sang in the choir. She also volunteered for the town, filling the bus every year for the annual trip to the International Tattoo. She belonged to the Red Hatters, and was on the senior games committee, which was held every Spring. She also resided in River Denys, Cape Breton, for 27 years and was also active in that community, receiving volunteer of the year, of which she was very proud. She moved back to Hantsport in 1996 and lived in Jubilee Court for over 20 years, in which time she arranged musical entertainment to come in monthly, and the annual Christmas party as long as she was able to do so. She lived an active, fulfilling life, she did it her way. She was productive to any and all areas of her life. Being a people person, very sociable, she was known and liked by many, young and old. Her friends were from far and wide and she kept in contact with them all. She loved the Saturday night jamboree and had a reserved seat. She was always in possession of a joke to share, and will be sadly missed by her family and friends, of which she had many. Louise was predeceased by grandson Ronald Strader and brother Douglas Mitchell. A heartfelt thanks to the nursing staff and doctors at the Hants Community Hospital. \"Mother was a person that could make a life long friend in a by chance meeting at a bus stop, train station or just walking down a road.\" Celebration of life to take place on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the United Church, Hantsport, NS. Also, visitation with family members to be held in the lounge at Jubilee Court for shared memories and condolences, April 11, 2017 from 6:30 until 8:30. Family Flowers only. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Victoria Order of Nurses, Heart & Stroke Foundation or Avon United Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Serenity Lindsay Annapolis Valley Funeral Home & Chapels, 34 Coldbrook Village Park Dr. (902-679-2822). | Mitchell, Mary Louise (I8041)
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| 972 | Mary, lovingly know as Anne by family and friends, passed away peacefully, at the age of 76, on Friday, January 27, 2023 in Wolfville Nursing Home, Wolfville. Born in Hantsport, she was a daughter of the late Frederick “Fred” and Laura (Lane) Marsters. Anne spent most of her adult life in Calgary where she enjoyed a long and rewarding career in office administration, working for various organizations. She returned to Nova Scotia upon her retirement. Anne will be remembered for her no-nonsense attitude and love of all things feline. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by brother, Robert “Bob” and brother-in-law, Hal Kitchen. We would like to thank the staff of the Wolfville Nursing Home for the care given to Anne over the last few years. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Anne may be made to any local SPCA or a charity of one’s choice. | Marsters, Mary Anne (I1972)
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| 973 | Mason student, r. Hantsport 1881 | Voye, Charles (I12)
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| 974 | MASON, Garnet Judson Age 69, of Bishopville, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2015, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Windsor, he was the middle child of the late Thomas and Florence (Benedict) Mason. Garnet had a real love for tinkering with cars and became a car salesman at an early age. He first worked at McCarthy Motors, Windsor then London Pontiac GMC, Sackville and finished out his career when he retired from Cornwallis Chevrolet Buick GMC, New Minas. Garnet was a regular silver/gold member of the Sales Master Guild. He enjoyed spending time with his family and had a great love of the outdoors, whether it was long weekend drives, going fishing or sharing his love of camping. Camping was his joy and his relaxation. He was a member of the Glooscap Campers in Bishopville for many years, then became a member at Land of Evangeline Camping Resort in Grand Pre. He was very involved with his daughter’s activities, becoming a senior official with Swim Nova Scotia and officiating her swim meet. He later became a spectator at her Special Olympics swim meets where she coached and her masters swim meets where she was a competitor. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by brothers, Maurice and Richard; father-in-law, Arthur Vaughan. | Mason, Garnet Judson (I8466)
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| 975 | Master Mariner 1911 a Merchant | Davison, Charles Stanley (I10327)
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| 976 | Master Mariner | Layton, Capt. James Noble (I124)
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| 977 | Master Mariner | McDonald, John Enslie (I8798)
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| 978 | Master Mariner | Caldwell, Capt. Andrew (I14797)
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| 979 | Master Mariner | Davison, Albert (I2147)
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| 980 | Master Mariner - 1901 | Malcolm, Seymour (I1023)
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| 981 | Master Mariner - 1901 | Marsters, Thomas Albert (I1976)
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| 982 | Master Mariner - 1901 | Barker, George Jackson (I8687)
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| 983 | MATHESON, Doris Alma — 73, of Hants Border, Kings Co., passed away peacefully on Monday, October 18, 2010, in Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born on April 17, 1937, she was a daughter of the late Elmer and Mary (Bridgeman) Wilcox. Doris loved to read and do crossword puzzles. She ran Matheson’s Grocery in Hants Border for 12 years and she was a long-time member of St. John’s Presbyterian Church in Windsor. Doris was always full of love and took great pride in her family. She also took great pride in the care that she and her sister had given their mother up until the time she passed away in 2008 at the age of 101. She was predeceased by a daughter, Glenna Lee; sister, RoseMary Benedict. Burial will take place in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport. | Wilcox, Doris Alma (I2735)
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| 984 | May be date of burial, from Hantsport United Church records, says buried in Windsor. Halifax Herald obit published 9 May 1968. | Folker, John (I1013)
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| 985 | Mayor of Hantsport 1901, chemist Druggist | Pentz, Frederick Edwin (I2086)
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| 986 | Mayor of Hantsport Hotel Keeper | Wall, Llewellyn Mortimer (I2229)
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| 987 | Mayor of Hantsport | Weatherby, Arthur (I7570)
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| 988 | Mayor of Hantsport 1903-1907 | Faulkner, Capt. Delancey Trefry (I13038)
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| 989 | Mayor of Hantsport 1946 - 1952 1953 Commercial Traveller - Textiles Retired | Smith, Burpee Templeman (I9265)
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| 990 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Living (I15921)
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| 991 | McCARTHY, Annie Elva Age 87, of Hantsport, Hants Co., passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2019 in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born on July 1, 1932, in Northport, Cumberland Co., Annie was the daughter of the late Wallace and Florence (Pipes) Brownell. She was a member of Avon United Church, Hantsport. Community and family were her life’s passions. She was predeceased by her parents; husband, Garnet; son, Kevin; and brother, Eugene. Memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 18th in Avon United Church, Hantsport. Rev. Ivan Norton officiating. Interment will be in Hillside Cemetery, Northport, Cumberland Co., at a later date. | Brownell, Annie Elva (I5572)
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| 992 | McCULLY, Doreen Jean \'Buddy\' Age 83, of Falmouth, formerly of Hantsport, Hants Co., passed away peacefully on Friday, March 27, 2015, in Windsor Elms Village, Falmouth. Born on February 14, 1932, in Moncton, N.B., she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Hilda (Livingston) Dixon. Buddy was a graduate of Halifax Children’s Hospital in 1954. Although never making a career of nursing, she used her skills to raise five children. She was a dedicated volunteer with the Canadian Red Cross, IODE and UNICEF. Buddy was a member of Hantsport Baptist Church and she enjoyed travelling with Len and family in the trailer and to many parts of the world. Besides her parents, Buddy was predeceased by her husband, Leonard Douglas \'Len\' McCully; brothers, John and Walter Dixon. Arrangements have been entrusted to DeMont Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 419 Albert St., PO Box 981, Windsor B0N 2T0 (902-798-8317). There will be no visitation, by request. Funeral service will take place at 1 p.m. Monday, March 30 in Hantsport Baptist Church (corner of Main and Willow Streets), Rev. Debra Mosher officiating, assisted by Rev. Mark Hunter. Private family interment will be held in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport, followed by a reception in the Church Fellowship Hall. Donations in memory of Buddy may be made to the IWK Health Centre Foundation, PO Box 9700, Halifax NS B3K 6R8 or Hantsport Baptist Church. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at the funeral home address or by visiting: www.demontfamilyfuneralhome.ca | Dixon, Doreen Jean (I2304)
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| 993 | McCULLY, Leonard Douglas \'Len\' (FCA) 83, of Hantsport, Hants Co., passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, after a brief illness on Sunday, June 23, 2013, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Debert, he was a son of the late Sidney and Lillian (Geldart) McCully. Len was a graduate of Mount Allison Commercial College. He worked at H. R. Doane where he earned his chartered accountant designation. He then went on to work for Minas Basin Pulp and Power Ltd. and Scotia Investments Limited. for 40-plus years. Len was Mayor of the Town of Hantsport for nine years. As a dedicated volunteer, he served as President and sat on the Board of many companies and organizations. He was a dedicated member of the Hantsport Baptist Church, an honorary firefighter and a member of Poyntz Lodge for 58 years. Len enjoyed travelling with Buddy and the family in their trailer and upon retirement he and Buddy enjoyed travels to different parts of the world. He was also an avid golfer. Len was predeceased by brothers, Manning, Michael and Everett; sister, Mae Matthews. Arrangements have been entrusted to DeMont Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317), where Poyntz Lodge No. 44, A.F. & A.M., Hantsport, will conduct a Masonic Service at 6 p.m., followed by visitation from 6:30-8 p.m. today, Thursday, June 27. Funeral service will take place 2 p.m. Friday, June 28 in Hantsport Baptist Church, corner of Main and Willow Streets, Rev. Dan Jamer officiating. Private family interment will be held in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport, followed by a reception in the Church Fellowship Hall. | McCully, Leonard Douglas (I2296)
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| 994 | McDADE, Charles Eric Age 89, Truro, passed away suddenly on Thursday morning, July 18, 2019, in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Parrsboro, he was the seventh son of the late E. Cranswick and Grace (Getson) McDade. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Elizabeth \'Beth\' (Marsters); brothers, Doug, Gene, Garnet, Bill, and Bruce. Eric was an enthusiastic sports fan, having served as a past member of Truro Golf Club, Truro Tennis Club, Willow Street Little League and was involved with the Truro Junior Bearcats during the time the league was established. He was also a lover of the performing arts, having played in the Truro Concert Band for many years. Eric was an avid traveler who, along with Beth, particularly enjoyed ocean cruises and meeting new friends along the way. Interment in Riverside United Church Cemetery, Bass River. | McDade, Charles Eric (I5597)
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| 995 | McDADE, Eudora Elizabeth Age 89 of Central Onslow, passed away on April 4, 2020 in East Cumberland Lodge, Pugwash. Born in Great Village on March 27, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Margaret Eva (Rushton) Peppard. In her early teens, her family moved to Parrsboro and it was there that she met and eventually married her husband, Gerald. Along with her husband and their daughter, they moved to Lower Sackville in 1956. Soon after her second daughter was born, she began a 30-year career at Sackville Downs Raceway. She started in the track canteen and later moved to be the Program Director then Race Classifier and eventually the Director of Racing. Eudora and Gerald also owned and raced many racehorses. When Sackville Downs closed in 1986, they moved to Central Onslow where she worked at the Truro Raceway for a brief time before retiring. In retirement, they built a barn in their backyard where they cared for their horses. She enjoyed knitting, needlepoint and was an avid reader. Both Eudora and Gerald loved living on Tidal Bore Road and she called the neighbours \"the other family\". She also loved animals, in particular cats, and always had one or two in her life. A special thanks to the Tidal Bore neighbours for their endless support of Eudora and Gerald over the last 33 years. | Peppard, Eudora Elizabeth (I9835)
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| 996 | McDADE, Gerald Oliver Age 92, Central Onslow, passed away on August 13, 2019 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Parrsboro, April 7, 1927, he was a son of the late E. Cranswick and Grace (Getson) McDade. Beside his parents, he was predeceased by his daughter, Janice; and brothers, Doug, Gene, Garnet, Bill, Bruce and Eric. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Growing up in Parrsboro, he worked at a variety of jobs including in the family business, McDade Lumber. It was during this time that he met and married Eudora. They raised their family in Lower Sackville and Gerald worked in the automotive field and in later years, for Canada Post. He worked part-time in the pari-mutuels at Sackville Downs Raceway and eventually owned racehorses himself. In retirement, he and Eudora moved to Tidal Bore Road in Central Onslow where Gerald loved to work in his yard and look after his horses. A Graveside Service will be held at a later date in Lower Onslow Clarke Cemetery. | McDade, Gerald Oliver (I5598)
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| 997 | McDonald, Bernard Allison “Tack” Age 71, of Hantsport, passed away suddenly at home on Monday, October 8, 2018. Born October 27, 1946 in Windsor he was a son of the late Bernard Allison and Jennie (Rushton) McDonald. Tack was an avid golfer and belonged to Ken-Wo Golf & Country Club, New Minas. He also enjoyed baseball and had his own team: “Tack’s Terrors”. His profession was as a Stainless Steel High Pressure Welder; at one time, one of the few in Nova Scotia. Tack had influenced a lot of young men into going on to work in this field. He was known as a guy that would always be ready to lend a helping hand or give some advice. He also enjoyed fishing off the wharf in Hantsport and when the tide was coming in that’s where you would find him and his brother. He will be very sadly missed by his animal companions Isabella, Goldie and Diva, who helped keep him entertained. Besides his parents, Tack was predeceased by sister, Catherine. | McDonald, Bernard Allison (I2054)
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| 998 | McGINN, Joseph Donald Age 86, of Hantsport, passed away after an illness surrounded by his loving family on March 25, 2016. Born in Halifax, Joe was the youngest son of the late Charles J. and Jessie (Stokes) McGinn. Joe was educated at St. Patrick’s School and attended Saint Mary’s University and Nova Scotia Technical College. As the Town Clerk and Treasurer of Hantsport for 34 years (1963-1997) he filled many roles as town engineer, manager, administrator, computer expert, justice of the peace, accountant and counsel. He served on several boards in his community: the Hantsport Board of Police Commissionaires, Hantsport Recreation Commission and Hantsport School Board. He was involved in the inception and planning of seniors homes Dykeland Lodge, Windsor and Jubilee Lodge, Hantsport and served on their boards of directors in many capacities. An active member of the community, Joe was distinguished as an honorary firefighter by the Hantsport Fire Department. Additionally, he and his family supported and enjoyed the Hantsport Memorial Community Centre (HMCC). In retirement Joe enjoyed life with his wife Fay and family on the banks of the Avon River. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Charles and Eugene. In lieu of flowers, donations in support of Hantsport Memorial Community Centre would be kindly appreciated. | McGinn, Joseph Donald (I8008)
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| 999 | McKINNON, Curtis Alvah — 90, of Hantsport, passed away on Wednesday, March 21, 2012, in Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Veterans Unit, Middleton. Born in Port Williams, he was a son of the late Marsden and Viola (Winters). Curtis owned and operated Home Hardware stores in Hantsport and Wolfville for most of his life. He served in the Second World War on the Fleur-de-lys. Curtis was a member of the Hantsport Legion Branch No. 109, choir director in Hantsport Baptist Church for many years, and he was a charter member of the Dukes of Kent. He really enjoyed gardening and was especially proud of his peach orchard. Besides his parents, Curtis was predeceased by his wife, Charlotte Marie \'Chris\' (DeLong); brothers, Fred, Marsden, Bruce; sisters, Dorothy Wellwood, Mary Meisner, and one grandson. Cremation has taken place. A private graveside service will take place in Riverbank Cemetery, followed by a public reception in Hantsport Baptist Church (Reception Area) on Saturday, April 28, at 2:30 p.m. The family are very thankful for the excellent care and attention given to Curtis while he was a patient in the Veterans Unit of Soldiers Memorial Hospital. | McKinnon, Curtis Alvah (I6723)
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| 1000 | McLELLAN, Phillip Merton — 78, of Hants Border, Kings Co., passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2012, in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born on January 15, 1934, in Windsor, Hants Co., he was a son of the late Frederick Leslie and Kezie (Wilson) McLellan. He was employed with the Minas Basin & Keyes Fibre from May 1951 - February 1996 and retired after 40 years of service. Predeceased by daughter, Kim; grandson, Phillip; brother, James; sisters, Jeanie and Frances. | McLellan, Phillip Merton (I1263)
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