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| 1151 | Porter, Donald Willis Sr., age 84, Hantsport, passed away on Friday, March 19, 2010, in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born on August 12, 1925, in Falmouth, Hants County, Nova Scotia, he was a son of the late Albert Judson Porter and Hulda Blanche (Lenihan) Porter. He was predeceased by the love of his life and wife of 46 years, Dorothy (Demings) Porter, in July 1996. Dad began his career in sales at age 17, working for his uncle, George Lenihan in Kentville. He and Mum were married in Hantsport, in October 1949, and beginning in January 1950, he worked for Hants Wholesalers, Windsor, and then Halifax Wholesalers in Halifax. In 1965, he made the move to CKF Inc., Hantsport, from where he retired as Sales Manager Atlantic in 1989. He was devoted to supporting his wife and family. Visits from grandchildren and more recently, great grandchildren were cherished. He always looked forward to his visits to his second family at R & G's Family Restaurant, for coffee and conversation, where he spent many an enjoyable hour. Anyone who knew Dad was aware of his passion for the stock market, his love of playing solitaire, and his ability to keep winning at cribbage until the very end. Besides his parents and his wife, Dorothy; he was predeceased by brothers, Stan Porter and Everett Porter; brothers-in-law, Charles "Bud" Dodge; Ronald Sheehy; Walter Chipman; and sister-in-law, Shirley Porter. Cremation has taken place under the care of Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King Street, Windsor. There was no visitation, funeral or flowers by request. Family and friends were welcomed to a committal service for Dad, at Riverbank Cemetery, Riverbank Drive, Hantsport, 2 p.m. Saturday, March 27th, 2010. The Rev. Glennis Smith officiated, followed by a reception at the family home, 7 Maple Avenue, Hantsport, after the interment. Donations in memory were requested to be made to the Hantsport Food Bank (PO Box 545, Hantsport, NS - B0P 1P0); the Hantsport Fire Department (PO Box 503, Hantsport, NS - B0P 1P0) or to a charity of your choice. Special thanks to Dr. Iona Wile and Dawn Lowe, NP, staff of Northwood Homecare Ltd., Tim & Jo Hazel for "being there", Mary Robarts, Hantsport Fire Department Response Team, EHS and staff at Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville, for your compassion and care in Dad's time of need. | Porter, Donald Willis (I1409)
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| 1152 | PORTER, Irvin Howard Age 90, of Falmouth, Hants Co., passed away on Monday, April 4, 2016, in Windsor Elms Village, the former family property \'Belleview Farm\'. Born on February 19, 1926, in Hortonville, Kings Co., Irvin was the last surviving son of the late Leslie and Elizabeth \'Bib\' (Dickson) Porter. Irvin was a good man and was much-loved. He was proud to be one of the Porter boys; his family and extended family; and his Second World War Air Force overseas service. He enjoyed fishing, camping, the cottage, spending time in the woodlot with his brothers; road trips with Les and Sue and Fin and Marion. He enjoyed his self-taught woodworking skills, and many have a piece of his handiwork. Beside his parents, he was predeceased by brothers, Dick, Les, Mont, Bill and John Porter and seventh son, cousin, Ralph Knowles. | Porter, Irvin Howard (I12538)
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| 1153 | PORTER, Kathryn Uriel Age 75, of Wolfville, passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2023 after a short battle with cancer. She was surrounded by family, in the home of her daughter, in Bedford. Born in Kentville, on September 10, 1947, she was the daughter of the late John J. and Uriel "Maxine" (Kirkpatrick) Jodrey. Educated at Edgehill School, Mack Business School and secretarial science courses at Acadia, she worked at Stewart, Mackeen & Covert, Halifax until leaving to have and raise her children in Bedford. Kathryn loved spending time in Montserrat, West Indies, with her family. Later on in her life, with a kind heart, she cared for homeless animals. Besides her parents, Kathryn was predeceased by her brother, Thomas. A private funeral service celebrating Kathryn’s life will be held in Demont Family Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Tom Henderson officiating (masks are encouraged). A private family burial will follow in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport. | Jodrey, Kathryn Uriel (I1608)
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| 1154 | possibly Charles Loran Shaw married 1871 in Yarmouth County Mary Ann Hayes | Shaw, Capt. Charles (I9066)
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| 1155 | POSSIBLY DAUGHTER OF ANDREW ALLEY OF 1821 GRAND MANAN CENSUS | Alley, Ann (I317)
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| 1156 | Postmaster at time of death. | Riley, Albert T. (I970)
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| 1157 | President of a manufacturing plant, Grand Rapids, Michigan 1930 | Newcomb, Cyrus Benjamin Sr. (I194)
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| 1158 | PRICE, David Walter Age 83, of Hants Border, passed away Friday, April 13, 2018 in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. He was born on December 23, 1934 in Lockhartville to the late William and Alma (Labrie) Price. He was in the Navy for five years. He went on to work for the local gypsum company. The highlight of that job being that he was an AB on the maiden voyage of the Empress and the Duchess (gypsum boats). After that he went on to sail on the North Star II and the Cape Breton Miner. David went on to retirement working for CIBC as an armed bank guard at the main branch in Toronto, a position that he was very proud of. After he retired he moved back home to Nova Scotia. David was a collector of many different items. He particularly enjoyed bayonets, militaria, and books on history. While in Toronto, he acquired a most unusual pet - a Kinkajou. \'Beaski\' lived happily with David for 32 years - a good match as they were both nocturnal. | Price, David Walter (I7837)
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| 1159 | PRICE, John Robinson \'Jack\' Age 86, passed away peacefully in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor, on October 11, 2014. He was born on October 9, 1928 on Hillside Farm in Lockhartville to Alma (Labrie) and William Price. Jack worked hard all his life. To his father, he was Jack-be-nimble; to his friends and family he was Jack-of-all-trades, Papa Jack and Steeple-Jack. He went to sea on the Gypsum King, worked in Mutual Life and ran his businesses, Jack’s Autobody Shop and Swimland. He settled with his wife, Pauline, in Hants Border where they raised their family and built their dream home on the hill - the house that Jack built. He loved riding his Harley, and building his projects: his custom Meteor convertible, the \'Housemobile\', the steeple on the Hantsport Baptist Church, and his \'ship’s cabin\'. He will be remembered for recitations of poems, songs and stories, his devotion to the church and love for the Lord. He was predeceased by wife, Pauline (Jordan); granddaughter, Kari - Joseph; parents, William and Alma (Labrie) Price; brothers, Norman and Joseph; sisters, Valerie and Elva. | Price, John Robinson (I7821)
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| 1160 | Princess Hantsport 1947 | Taylor, Marion Genevieve (I6002)
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| 1161 | Princess Hantsport 1948 | Harvie, Margaret Edna Gertrude (I1916)
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| 1162 | Princess Hantsport 1949 | Demings, Beryl Elaine (I1922)
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| 1163 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Living (I7275)
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| 1164 | Princess Hantsport 1956 | Hart, Evelyn Rose (I289)
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| 1165 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Living (I7591)
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| 1166 | Princess Hantsport 1958 | Dewar, Sharon Evelyn (I1903)
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| 1167 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Living (I1904)
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| 1168 | Principal of Hantsport School 1887-1892 | Miller, George Jones (I1299)
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| 1169 | Principle and school teacher, Hantsport School. The Hantsport Public Library was once named for him. | Oulton, Millage Alfred (I1841)
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| 1170 | Public School Leader = 1891 | Lake, Nellie Eliza (I1004)
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| 1171 | Pugh, Donald Pentz (Don)- Age 82 of Dartmouth, passed away suddenly at home on Friday September 30, 2016. Born in Halifax on September 18, 1934, to the late Harold and Edna (Doty) Pugh. Don enjoyed sports(as a spectator) and was a lifelong Toronto Maple Leafs fan. Camping was his hobby and he and the family enjoyed many trips in the Maritimes and New England States. One highlight of his travels was a cross Canada train trip with his constant travel partner, Nancy. Don retired January 1995 from his 42 year career with Standard Brands/Nabisco Brands Ltd. He was predeceased by his son Paul, sister Gloria Mullen, brothers Ron and Roy. A family burial will take place at a later date at the family plot at Riverside Baptist Church, Digby Co, NS. | Pugh, Donald Pentz (I5775)
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| 1172 | PULSIFER - Thelma Alice 87 years of Springhill, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2007 at All Saints Hospital, Springhill. Born in Falmouth, N.S. on January 20, 1920, she was a daughter of the Late Maurice and Susie (Wile) Houghton. Thelma lived mainly in Hantsport, Kentville and Springhill and was an active member of the Baptist Church in all communities. She served as treasurer of a number of organizations, including Springhill IODE and The Springhill Curling Club. Thelma is remembered as an excellent bridge player, cook and a superb wife, mother and grandmother. Predeceased by brothers Albert and Alfred; sisters, Marjorie and Kathleen. Cremation has taken place under the direction of A. H. Brown Funeral Service, Springhill. Visitation will be held from 1 - 2 pm on Saturday, February 10, 2007, followed immediately at 2:00 pm by a Memorial Funeral Service, both held in Springhill Baptist Church, Church Street, Springhill, with The Reverend Perry Hanley officiating. A reception will follow the service. Burial in River Bank Cemetery, Hantsport, N. S. at a later date. | Houghton, Thelma Alice (I4936)
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| 1173 | PULSIFER, Frank Elliott April 8, 1947 - August 14, 2016, of Mount Denson. Son of late John and Bessie Pulsifer. He was a draftsman by trade, as well as a school bus driver for the AVRSB. Being a Land Rover and tractor enthusiast, he enjoyed being outside as well as working on his machinery. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 20 at 11 a.m., in Avonport United Baptist Church, Rev. Wayne Fevens officiating, with a reception to follow. Burial will take place in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport. | Pulsifer, Frank Elliott (I11670)
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| 1174 | PULSIFER, George Ivan Age 85, Truro, passed away October 25, 2016 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Hantsport, Hants Co., on April 5, 1931, he was the son of the late Ivan Lester and Margaret Blanche (Hewitt) Pulsifer. George received his teaching education at the Provincial Normal College and Acadia University. He taught school in Debert for two years, then Truro Junior High for four years and was Principal at Douglas Street for six years and also principal at Bible Hill Central for 23 years. George retired in 1985. He was very active in community affairs having been a former member of the Truro Recreation Commission, member of the Original Stadium Building Committee, member of the Retired Teachers Association, member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 26 and member of First Baptist Church. He was also President of the Truro and Area Minor Hockey Association for years and coached Pee Wee and Bantam Hockey for 20 years. His favorite hockey team was the Montreal Canadiens. George ran for the Liberal Association against Robert L. Stanfield and won 44 percent of the vote. He enjoyed his winters in Florida (all 21 years) but had to be home by April to plant his Canna Lilies as he was an avid gardener. George absolutely loved his cars, and would trade as often as possible. He also enjoyed a good meal and loved ice cream treats. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 27 years, Evelyn (Drake) Jenkins Pulsifer whom he married August 1, 1970. | Pulsifer, George Ivan (I11677)
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| 1175 | PULSIFER, Robert George \'Bob\' Of Springhill/ Halifax. Born October 3, 1919, in Hantsport, died November 9, 2016 in Halifax. Son of the late Walter H. Pulsifer and Margaret (Low) Pulsifer (of Hantsport). Predeceased by his beloved wife, Thelma (2007): his brothers, William and Walter and his good friend, Nita Brennan. Bob worked in numerous local industries before serving in the army as an infantry instructor from 1942-1945. He became a master mason at which he worked throughout his life. He finished his working life with Correctional Services Canada in Springhill. A true Christian gentleman, he served as a deacon and choir member in the Hantsport, Kentville, and Springhill Baptist Churches. He was also an active Rotarian and member of the Masonic Lodge. Bob was a star pitcher with the Army Team in Camp Aldershot during the war and helped lead it to a semi-final victory in 1944 (there was no final). He sang baritone with the Annapolis Valley based gospel octet the Avon Eight and was a lead in the barbershop quartet the Four Barrs, and performed with numerous other singing groups. Throughout his life his chief loves were family, church, singing and baseball. The funeral will be held in Springhill Baptist Church, 47 Church St. on Tuesday, November 15 at 2 p.m., with reception to follow, and interment will take place next to his beloved Thelma in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport at a later date. | Pulsifer, Robert George (I4938)
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| 1176 | Purchased and operated grocery store at Grand Pré mid 1950s | Seymour, Ethel Marion (I17584)
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| 1177 | Purchased property on Prince Street in Hantsport. Had children in Hantsport School 1920/21 Variously described as seaman or carpenter Employed by United Fruit Company | Morris, George Seymour (I17545)
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| 1178 | PYETT (Harvie), Frances Lillian Age 86 of Lakelands/ Hillsvale, Hants Co., passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018 in St. Vincent’s Nursing Home, Halifax. Born in Saint John, N.B., she was a daughter of the late William and Lillian (Parr) Ackroyd. Frances was an active member of the Church of the Holy Spirit in Lakelands. She enjoyed playing the Wii at Ardoise Community Hall, socializing over a coffee with her many friends and neighbors at Lakelands Variety Store and eating out at the Crossroads Restaurant. Predeceased by her first husband, George Angus Harvie; second husband, Kenneth \'Frank\' Pyett; brothers, William, George, Gerald, Gary, Byron; sisters, Eva and Shirley. | Ackroyd, Frances Lillian (I3295)
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| 1179 | PYKE, Rev. Canon Gordon Earl Age 83 of North Sydney, passed away in Halifax, Saturday, August 6, 2016, after an extended illness. Gordon was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was predeceased by his parents, Charles Robert and Mable (Enion) and his sisters, Frances MacLean (Blowers) and Doris McMullin (Rod); and brother, Cecil (Gertrude). Gordon, the son and grandson of Cape Breton coal miners, was born in Sydney Mines and grew up in the family home on Atlantic Street. After graduating from Sydney Mines High in 1952, he attended Dalhousie University and The University of King’s College - graduating with a B.A. in 1957 and a LTh in 1959. During the summers he worked at Keltic Lodge, on the railway and in the same coal mine where his grandfather was killed in a pit accident many years prior. In 1955 he entered the Royal Canadian Air Force University Reserve Training Plan and obtained his commission as a pilot officer. He married Eleanor on June 24, 1954 and together they raised a family of five boys and enjoyed 62 years together. On May 9, 1958, Gordon was made a Deacon of the Anglican Church in a ceremony at Saint Phillip’s Church, Halifax and appointed to Saint Andrew’s Church, Hantsport where he served until 1963. During this time Gordon and Eleanor welcomed their first three boys. On July 25th, 1959, he was made an Anglican Priest during a ceremony at Saint Andrew’s - the first such ceremony to take place at Saint Andrew’s. From 1963 to 1966 Gordon was appointed to Saint Thomas 'The Garrison Church' in St. John’s, Newfoundland as the youth minister. Gordon and Eleanor welcomed another son. In 1966 he led a group of youth from St. John’s to a work camp at Port Hope Simpson in Labrador where they built a church centre and ran a summer camp for kids. 1966 - 1974 was spent at Saint Mary’s Church, Glace Bay and their final son arrived. As in all the parishes he served Gordon was involved in innumerable community organizations. Gordon’s final appointment was to Saint John the Baptist Church, North Sydney from 1974 to 1992. In retirement he filled in at Cape Breton area churches for the next 10 years until he packed it in for good and burned all his sermons. Many happy summers were spent at the family cottage in Pyke’s Point near Ross Ferry on Boularderie Island - gardening, berry-picking, swimming, boating, bonfires on the beach, the annual wharf rebuild and going for long walks. Gordon was also a big fan of CBC radio. There will be a visitation today, Tuesday, August 9th from 7-8:30 p.m. in Saint John the Baptist Anglican Church, North Sydney. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday in St. John Anglican Church with Archdeacon Brenda Drake officiating. Following the service there will be an interment in Trinity Anglican Church Cemetery on Tobin Road, Sydney Mines. | Pyke, Rev. Canon Gordon Earl (I17116)
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| 1180 | Quentin "Que" Christopher Redden, age 54, of Windsor, formerly of Windsor Forks, passed away on Monday, October 1, 2018, at the Q.E. II Halifax Infirmary Site, Halifax. Born on June 25, 1964, in Windsor, Hants County, Nova Scotia, he was the son of Elva Martha (Saulnier) Redden, Dykeland Lodge, Windsor, and the late Ellis William Redden. Quentin was an electrician by trade and had worked at the Halifax Shipyards, for several years. He had previously worked with Do It Right Landscaping. Que, as he was known was involved for many years with the Windsor Royal Junior “B” Hockey team. He was also very involved over the years with the Windsor Knight’s and the Hantsport Shamrock’s baseball teams. Que also loved country music. Besides his father, Ellis (2012); he was predeceased by a sister, Carolyn Perry, and her husband, William; nephew, Daniel Arnold. Interment in the Windsor Forks Community Cemetery, Highway 14, Windsor Forks. | Redden, Quentin (I16611)
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| 1181 | Quin, Velma M. Age 94, of Hantsport, died in Rose Marie Care Home, Hantsport, on March 27, 2014. Born in Port Williams, she was a daughter of the late Ray and Lalia Fraser. Velma was predeceased by brothers, Ivan, Frankie, infant sister, Jean; husband, Harold Quin; partner, Peter MacKinnon and son-in-law, Ron Blom. | Fraser, Velma M. (I14621)
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| 1182 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Living (I486)
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| 1183 | r. Canandaigua, NY 2010 | Davison, Mark C. (I1053)
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| 1184 | r. Centreville Mountain 1990. r. Halls Harbour, Kings Co., 1998. | Dunham, Dorothy (I429)
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| 1185 | r. Fredericton N.B. 1990. | Keizer, Elliott (I447)
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| 1186 | r. Georgia US 1930 single | Coalfleet, George Marshall (I151)
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| 1187 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Living (I14877)
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| 1188 | r. Halls Harbour, Kings Co., 1998. | Neville, Joanne (I558)
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| 1189 | r. Halls Harbour, Kings Co., 1998. | Neville, John (I559)
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| 1190 | r. Hamilton Ontario 2011 | Burbidge, Jean Cynthia (I16723)
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