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| 1641 | THOMPSON, Michael Alexander It is with deepest sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved son and brother, Michael, age 33, at his home in Hantsport. Born in Halifax in November 1981, Michael was a kind and gentle soul who loved his family, books, music and flowers. The family would like to extend a special thanks to his neighbour, Mrs. Olive Clark, with whom Michael shared a special bond. | Thompson, Michael Alexander (I7876)
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| 1642 | THORPE, Bernard Henry Age 80, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2017, in Valley Regional Hospital, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was predeceased by his brother, Lewis; his sister, Grace and grandson, Joseph. Born in Centerville, Kings Co., in 1936, to George and Dorthy Sanderson-Thorpe. Bernie’s mother passed away when he was six years old and he went to live with his grandmother, Minnie Sanderson, in Pereau until his father remarried; he then moved with them to Wolfville. In his early years, Bernie worked for Archibald’s Poultry Farms in Billtown. He later moved to Lockhartville and worked for the Minas Basin paper mill in Hantsport. The family attended Glad Tidings Tabernacle Church in Windsor then the Cornerstone Assembly in Canning for many years. In 1977, Bernie suffered an aneurism which restricted his ability to work. With the care and support of his family, however, he was able to live a long and enjoyable life. He especially enjoyed the trips to California with Frances to visit their son and his family. A special highlight was their trip to Hawaii with several family members. Bernie had a passion for music and was an exceptional fiddle player. He also enjoyed playing other instruments including the guitar and harmonica. Bernie enjoyed playing at family gatherings with his father and brother. He was also an avid hunter and liked to fish whenever he had the chance. Interment will take place in West Brooklyn Cemetery. | Thorpe, Bernard Henry (I10281)
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| 1643 | Timothy Gene HENNIGAR — Upper Granville May 14, 1945 – July 22, 2021. Born in Berwick, the third son of the late Dean and Jean Hennigar, Tim grew up in Sheffield Mills. He married his high school sweetheart and best friend, Irene Eaton of Centreville in 1965. Tim and Irene raised their family while living in Halifax, Waterville and Upper Granville. Tim attended the Provincial Institute of Automotive and Allied Trades in Toronto which began his multi-faceted career in agricultural equipment especially of the green and yellow variety. As an Annapolis County apple grower and varied entrepreneur, Tim also served on the executive and boards of several community and agricultural associations as an active participant. He was especially supportive of the Living Word Fellowship Church and the Annapolis County Exhibition and Farm Museum. Whether it was clearing snow for a neighbour, blazing a trail for fellow ATV- ers, giving rides on his antique tractors and car or singing in the church choir, Tim found joy in helping and encouraging others. His quick wit and warm sense of humour was expressed in a kind and caring manner. He loved to tease his grandchildren at their frequent family gatherings and got very competitive during card game nights. Tim passed away at home after a courageous battle with cancer. His faith in the Lord Jesus sustained and comforted him through his most recent illness, and for many years prior when he had to deal with several other cancers. Family and friends mourn the loss of a wonderful husband, brother, father and loyal friend. | Hennigar, Timothy Gene (I2430)
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| 1644 | TINGLEY, Greta Laura, 'Grete' (93) Wilson Cove, Guysborough County, died Saturday, December 16, 2006 at home, in the house where she was born, built by her father and uncles of timber cut from their lands, and milled in their mill, over a century ago. She was a daughter of the late Kenneth Graham and Mary (Hemlow) Wilson. Her attachment to her roots, her home and place were fundamental. The cozy yellow house in Wilson Cove is where she wanted to be. Grete was gifted in her relationships with people, nature and all that surrounded her. She had the unique ability to make each individual who interacted with her feel they were the special one. Each of her grandchildren developed deep loving relationships and benefited from her patience and attention. Her love of nature and prodigious work ethic are reflected in beautiful gardens molded from simple materials at hand. She always left a place more beautiful than she found it, and her life led her to many different places. Her creativity also took form with beautiful hand made dolls and wonderful children's stories for her grandchildren. Her keen eye for hidden antique treasures, combined with a generosity that knew no bounds, has left many homes with tangible evidence of her being. Grete, a voracious reader, developed a mass of knowledge and skills from her travel and life experience. Her wonderful dry sense of humour remained to her last days. People who knew Grete loved her. Her passing has left a deep sadness, but also a treasure of warm and loving memories. She was predeceased by her husband Elliott Tingley; brothers Martin, Lewis, John; sisters Ethel, Edna, Ruby, Eileen, Thelma, Marion, Elsie; grandson Adam. Memorial service will be held Saturday, January 20, 2007 at 1 pm in St. Luke's Anglican Church, Liscomb, with Rev. Sandy Murray officiating. Burial in St. Luke's Anglican Cemetery, Liscomb. | Wilson, Greta Laura (I18006)
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| 1645 | TINGLEY, LLEWELLYN J. - 1927 - 2011 - Llewellyn (Lou) J. Tingley of Moncton passed away peacefully at The Moncton Hospital on Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011 at the age of 84, husband of the Late Rita (Poirier) Tingley. Born in Halifax, NS, he was the son of the late Borden and Winifred (Keddy) Tingley. Lou retired from the CNR as a sheet metal worker. A Veteran of the Second World War and the Korean Conflict, The 25th Canadian Infantry Brigade (Special Forces). He was awarded the Korea Medal and the UN Medal. Lou was an avid horseman and owned and trained several horses. Lou was predeceased by his sister Betty Faulkner. The family will be receiving friends at Fair Haven Funeral Home on Friday, May 6th, from 9:30 - 10:30 am and a brief service and reception will follow. Interment in Fair Haven Memorial Gardens. | Tingley, Llewellyn J. (I18084)
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| 1646 | TINGLEY, Peter Borden - age 85 passed away September 19, 2022 in the Magnolia Continuing Care, Enfield. Born in Dartmouth, he was a son of the late Elliott and Greta (Wilson) Tingley. Pete joined the Royal Canadian Navy as a teenager serving on the Bonaventure for 5 years. He then became a skilled salesman working for many different companies. He lived in Ottawa for many years with his family, but returned to Nova Scotia in 1978. As a young man he was a gifted athlete and excelled at boxing and golf. Peter was known for his charming personality and normally greeted everyone with his cheerful smile. He was a member of the Enfield Legion for many years (1983-2013). Peter was predeceased by his wife Rhoda; brother, Kenneth; and daughter Cheryl. | Tingley, Peter Borden (I18010)
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| 1647 | TINGLEY, Rhoda Mary Age 83 of Enfield, passed away February 9, 2020 in the Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in Shelburne on October 1, 1936, she was a daughter of the late John and Rhoda (Goodick) Ryer. She was married in August of 1957, had two daughters and worked as a bank teller most years at Scotiabank Carlingwood, Ottawa, Ont. and transferred to the Lower Sackville branch in 1978, when they moved back to Nova Scotia. She was a delightful soul who was always friendly, outgoing, kind, patient, generous, great sense of humour, caring and loved her family. She loved to make lots of Christmas desserts for company and was a great overall cook. She was also a fantastic seamstress making not only her children’s outfits, but her own as well. She loved cats and feeding wild birds in retirement. Over the last few years she was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease which slowly limited her ability to get around. She was admitted to hospital in December, had surgery, and had a difficult time recovering. Ultimately, an infection took her life. She will truly be missed. She was predeceased by siblings, John Ryer "Buddy", Ann Ruggles, Dale Ryer, Cheryl Lamoureux and Kaye Menard. | Ryer, Rhoda Mary (I18012)
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| 1648 | Tompkins, Nancy age 89 of Hantsport passed away on December 1st 2023. Born January 7th 1934 she was the daughter of the late Ora (Wood) and Ralph E Kelley of West Brooklyn. She was predeceased by her husband Warren J Tompkins, grandson Anthony Davis, sisters; Pat Massicott, Gladys Coleman, Alice Shanks and brother Paul Kelley. Nancy worked for 35 years at the former Nova Scotia Textiles in Windsor and for many years was a member of the Annapolis Valley Bluegrass and Old Time Music Association. Thanks to nursing staff at the Valley Regional Hospital and Hants Community Hospital, Unit 200. Cremation has taken place and there will be no service at this time, by request. | Kelley, Nancy (I7247)
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| 1649 | Town Clerk and Treasurer of Hantsport for 34 years (1963-1997) | McGinn, Joseph Donald (I8008)
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| 1650 | TRACEY (Thomas), Norma Elizabeth Age 90, of Windsor, formerly of Hantsport, passed away peacefully, Thursday, May 8, 2014, in Dykeland Lodge, Windsor. Born in Sweets Corner, she was a daughter of the late Murray and Aileen (Smith) Cochran. Norma was active in the UCW at New Westminster United Church in Sweets Corner and the Hantsport Elders as well as a member of the Brooklyn Fire Department, Ladies Auxiliary. Her interests included music, oil painting, gardening and travelling. She was predeceased by her first husband, Elston Thomas; second husband, Merton Tracey; two infant grandsons; sister, Margaret Cochrane; and half-brother, Brian Spence. | Cochran, Norma Elizabeth (I2208)
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| 1651 | TRACEY, George Alton — 88, of Halifax, formerly of Hantsport, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2009, at Camp Hill Veterans’ Memorial Building, Halifax. Born on October 2, 1920, at home, in Hants Border, he was the son of the late George and Eva (Boyd) Tracey. In 1942 George joined the army and saw active duty overseas with the West Nova Scotia Regiment, returning home on October 1, 1945. He had a varied working life including 12 years at Minas Basin Pulp and Paper and eventually retired from his own business, Tracey’s Hardware, which he and Louise ran from 1965-1977. George was very active in his community. He served with the Hantsport Fire Department for 19 years and was a member of the Hantsport Historical Society. He was also a long-time member of the Poyntz Lodge No. 44, A.F. & A.M. Hantsport, becoming Master in 1968. George was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and was happiest when surrounded by family and friends. Funeral service will be held in St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Main Street, Hantsport, 1 p.m., Saturday, August 1, Rev. Michael Boyd officiating. Burial will follow the service in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport, immediately followed by a reception in the church hall. | Tracey, George Alton (I7250)
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| 1652 | TRACEY, Steven Morris Age 59, of Hebbville (formerly of Hantsport), passed away on May 22, 2019 at home in the loving arms of his family after a long and brave battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, his sons; six sisters and one brother and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by both parents, Hazel Tracey and Gilbert Hazlett and his brother, Elton. Services are under the direction of R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville. | Tracey, Steven Morris (I4776)
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| 1653 | Truck driver for G. H. Yeaton & Son. Died of Tuberculosis. | Eley, Robert Frederick (I19236)
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| 1654 | Tuberculosis | Cohoon, Jennie Viola (I13400)
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| 1655 | TURNER, Frenie Joan A loving and much loved wife, mother, grandmother and friend passed away on February 28th, 2017 in Blomidon Court Care Facility, Greenwich. Frenie was born in Liverpool in 1934 a daughter of the late Foster and Olive (Thompson) Barkhouse. After graduation from Wolfville High School, she was employed as a telephone operator until her marriage to Dick and became a resident of Hantsport for the next 30 years, raising their two sons and two daughters there. Frenie was an active member of the Hantsport Memorial Community Centre, Hantsport Baptist Church and choir, Fidelis House, Kentville and other organizations. For several years she was actively employed in real estate sales throughout Hants County. In retirement, she and Dick resided in Lower Canard spending many happy years there until Frenie was overtaken by the vagaries of Alzheimer Disease. A lady of many talents, Frenie was an accomplished artist, potter, interior decorator, seamstress and business person. Together, she and Dick shared a great love for flower gardening, country and cottage life, wilderness hikes, canoeing, travel and the beauty of the Valley and its nearby mountains and lakes. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by sisters, Rosemary and Yvonne. | Barkhouse, Frenie Joan (I1540)
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| 1656 | TURNER, Richard James It is with great sadness that the family of Richard James Turner announce his passing on June 24, 2020 in Port Williams, at age 88. Dick was born and raised in Hantsport. He had a 42 year career in the fruit and vegetable processing industry with Avon Foods Ltd., retiring in 1991 as the firm’s President and CEO. In 1952 Dick married his beloved Frenie and they raised their four children in Hantsport, and later moved to Lower Canard. Dick was an active member of the Masonic Lodge and, over the years, the Hantsport, Pereaux, and Port Williams Baptist Churches. He and Frenie shared a great love of family, gardening, hiking, canoeing, cottage life, world travel and the beauty of the Annapolis Valley and its nearby mountains and lakes. He was predeceased by his beloved wife and soulmate, Frenie; his parents, Tom and Reta Turner; sisters, Ruth, Doris, Norma, Patricia; brothers, Tom, Harry, Fred. | Turner, Richard James (I1529)
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| 1657 | Typhoid Fever | Barker, Capt. William Kendal (I1426)
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| 1658 | UK, Registers of Births, Marriages and Deaths at Sea, 1844-1890 says d. 5 Jan 1890 supposed consumption | Davison, Albert (I2147)
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| 1659 | Uriel Maxine Jodrey Of Hantsport, passed away peacefully at home, on Friday, December 30, 2022, at 105. She was the daughter of the late Abner Arlington and Georgia Kathryn (Riley) Kirkpatrick. Whether baking or vacuuming her home, she looked and felt her best in dresses, heels and classic red lipstick. Her warm smile, quick humour and contagious laughter infused much joy and delight into every situation. Maxine conducted herself with grace and dignity. She was a faithful member of the St. Andrew’s Anglican Church in Hantsport. Throughout their 74 years of marriage, John and Maxine had many adventures together and enjoyed traveling to learn about other cultures and people. They visited parts of Asia, Europe, Brazil and much of the United States. Summers were spent on Shaw Island, Chester. Maxine could be found picking blueberries, and making jams, jellies and biscuits for her family or practicing her ballroom dance moves with John. During winter they enjoyed traveling to the small volcanic island of Montserrat. They found much happiness in each other’s company, gardening, golfing and swimming. Maxine was extremely proud of John when he was inducted into the Order of Canada in February 2000, as a Companion of Merit and the role she played in helping him achieve such an honour. Besides her parents, Maxine was predeceased by her husband of 74 years, John; son, Thomas Jodrey and brother, Barclay Kirkpatrick. A private visiting, followed by a private funeral service celebrating Maxine’s life will be held in DeMont Family Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Tom Henderson officiating (masks are encouraged). A reception will follow in the funeral home’s Elmcroft Reception Centre. A private family burial will follow in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport. | Kirkpatrick, Uriel Maxine (I1603)
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| 1660 | Van WILGENBURG (Boersma), Hendrikje \"Hennie\" Age 83, of Hantsport. Hennie left this world peacefully on June 15, 2020 in Harbour View Haven in Lunenburg. Hennie was born in Groningen, Netherlands in 1937 and immigrated to Canada in 1952 where she met her husband Willem (2004). Hennie loved people, and she had a special love for children and animals. One beloved pet who cannot go without a special mention was \"Nellie\". We all knew and loved Nellie too. The family would like to thank the staff at Harbour View Haven for the loving care provided to Hennie and for being able to laugh at her mischief. We are also thankful for the love and support of Hennie’s siblings and close friends over the years, she loved you all dearly and you were a source of strength for her during life’s difficult times. | Boersma, Hendrikje (I7337)
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| 1661 | vanKIPPERSLUIS (Nederend), Johanna Maria Age 92 , of Mount Denson, Hants Co., passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 14, 2014, in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born in Papekop, Netherlands, she was a daughter of the late Wilhemius and Hendrika (vanBuren) Nederend. Johanna emigrated from Holland in 1955 with her husband and four lovely children, settling in West Caledonia, Queens Co. There they added three more adorable children before moving to a farm in Mount Denson in 1961, where they added two more darling children. In their spare time they poured whatever energy they had left over into St. Mary’s Church. She led the church singing and was a very active long-time member of the church guild, having received the Archdiocesan Medal of Merit in recognition of her generous contributions to St. Mary’s. Over the years many loved ones have been kept warm with Johanna’s beautiful hand knit socks, hats and sweaters. She was an avid seamstress having sewn all of her own clothing as well as most of her children’s. Her sewing talents went far beyond just clothing. She was also very creative with other needle work. She was predeceased by husband, Cornelis vanKippersluis and son, Tony and his wife, Margaret. | Nederend, Johanna Maria (I7316)
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| 1662 | vanKIPPERSLUIS, Antonius \'Tony\' —- 62, of South Alton, Kings Co., passed away on Sunday, September 26, 2010, after a courageous five year battle with brain cancer. Born in Utrecht, Holland, he was a son of Johanna vanKippersluis, Mount Denson and the late Cornelis vanKippersluis. Tony immigrated with his family to Caledonia, in 1955 and most recently resided in South Alton. Tony was a man with a great vision and passion for life who had more ideas than time. His love of building things was apparent, even as a young boy when he crafted his own wooden chainsaw, boat, rifle and even a guitar. As he grew older, his love of the outdoors led him to start in the forestry business and as a teenager he went on to earn his diploma in welding at the Kentville Community College. Tony loved to work, and work hard he did, establishing many businesses over the years, including a welding and fabrication shop, Christmas tree operation and u-pick, firewood and forestry business and septic pumping service. He even ran a pig farm and tractor dealership along the way. When Tony was initially diagnosed with brain cancer, and given only a short time to live, in true form he made a plan and a final list of all the things he needed to build and even in his final months he was still dreaming up new ideas. Tony was a true inspiration to everyone that knew him, he was so positive and while he accepted his fate he never gave up, with his wife Margaret standing strong by his side, no stone was left unturned where his treatment was concerned. | Van Kippersluis, Antonius (I7321)
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| 1663 | 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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| 1664 | 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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| 1665 | 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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| 1666 | 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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| 1667 | 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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| 1668 | 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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| 1669 | Veteran of Korean War | Benedict, Edward William (I2699)
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| 1670 | Veteran of U.S. Civil War | Wall, James (I2230)
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| 1671 | 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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| 1672 | Virginia M. "Jinny" WRIGHT (Eaton) — Halifax Of Cameron Hall, Parkland, Halifax, NS, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side in the VG Site, QEII on December 5, 2021. She was born in Boston, MA on October 19, 1925. At the age of 13, she began her art lessons where she discovered a passion for painting that continued throughout her life. Following graduation from Milton High School, MA, she attended Acadia University, where she met her future husband and love of her life, H. Millard (Joey) Wright. She and her Joey were married at Parkway Methodist Church in Milton, MA on August 23, 1947. In 1958, coinciding with a move to the Halifax area, she began her art career. As a talented artist, her mediums included oils, acrylics, pastels, charcoal pencils and watercolors which were her favourite. She created numerous portraits, still life and landscape paintings. She was a founding member of Painters Palette group and studied with many well-known artists, including John Cook, Tony and Jane Law, Tom McKay, Alice Reed, Jeannie Hancock and many others. She also painted weekly with the Bethany Art Group where she made many lifelong friends. She exhibited in various art galleries such as the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, Saint Mary’s and Dalhousie Universities, Sydney, Middleton’s MacDonald Museum and at various other locations in Halifax. She was a long-standing member of the Morgan Logan Chapter, Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire (IODE). She was a committed member of the basket-painting group for the annual IWK ‘Kermesse’. The auxiliary honoured her with a life membership following 40 years of participation. Jinny had a talent in making each and every one of her family and friends feel special and loved, including all her friends and staff at Parkland, Cameron Hall. She was predeceased by her parents, Horace (Tim) and Laura (Peg) Eaton of Milton, MA; brother, Horace (Bud), Seattle, WA and sister, June Hill, Houlton ME. The family would like to say a special thank you to all the health care providers on 9A of the VG hospital who went above and beyond expectations to ensure Mum’s comfort and compassion and support for all of us. A family only reception will be held in J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Dr., Halifax, on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 2 p.m. Proof of vaccination will be required. In lieu of flowers and in recognition of the season, the family suggests donations be made to the IWK Health Centre Foundation. | Eaton, Virginia Mageson (I16831)
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| 1673 | 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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| 1674 | 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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| 1675 | 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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| 1676 | 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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| 1677 | 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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| 1678 | 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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| 1679 | 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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| 1680 | 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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