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BRADFORD,
BURRELL HOWARD - After an illness of five weeks, Burrell Howard Bradford,
two year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Bradford, passed away at the St. John
General Hospital on Saturday morning last. Surviving are his parents, three
brothers, Roy, Fred and Harold, and three sisters, Donaldine, Anne Marie and
Stella. Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon from the residence of the
deceased's parents, with Rev. H.S. Mullen of the Reformed Baptist Church
officiating at the prayer service. Hymns sung were: "Does Jesus
Care?", "Jesus Loves Me", "Some Day We'll Understand",
and "No Disappointment in Heaver." Burial was made in the Baptist
Cemetery here. Pallbearers were Eric Bradford, cousin of the deceased, and two
uncles, Frank Burrell and Theodore Bradford, all of the 8th Anti-Aircraft
Battery, Saint John, and an uncle, Winfield Bradford, a veteran of the First
Great War. Rev. H.S. Mullen presided at the graveside prayers and the hymn
"The Eastern Gate" was sung by the choir.
SOURCE: The Saint Croix Courier (St. Stephen, NB) - December 19,
1940.
BRADFORD,
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN - The death of Benjamin F. Bradford, one of the village's
oldest residents, occurred early Monday morning last after a lingering illness
at the advanced age of 89 years, 8 months and 27 days. Mr. Bradford was born at
St. Andrews and followed the sea in his younger days, but for the past 46 years
he has lived in Black's Harbour. He is the last of his generation and his wife
predeceased him 42 years ago. Surviving are four sons, Capt. Beryn Bradford of
New York, William J. Bradford of California, Roland H. Bradford, Black's Harbour
and Horace P. Bradford of Robbinson, Maine; three daughters, Mrs. Alden S.
Dinsmore of Lubec, Maine; Mrs. Alice M. Spray and Mrs. Edward T. Thompson of
Black's Harbour; also 26 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and one
great-great-grandchild.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday afternoon at two
o'clock from the home of his son, Roland H. Bradford and also from Calvary
United Baptist Church where the service was conducted by the Rev. Harold
Westrup. Interment was made in the old Baptist burying ground.
SOURCE: The Saint Croix Courier (St. Stephen, NB) - September 25, 1941.
BRADFORD,
ERNEST LINDEN - Black's Harbour, Oct. 27 - The death of Ernest Bradford,
occurred on Thursday last after a lingering illness at the home of his mother,
Mrs. Lola Bradford. Born here forty years ago, Mr. Bradford had spent almost his
entire life in Black's Harbour. Besides his mother he is survived by five
sisters, Mrs. Warren Justason, Mrs. John Justason, Mrs. Wesley Leavitt and Mrs.
Chipman Brewer, all of Black's Harbour, and Mrs. Wendall Eastabrooks of
Marysville; and six brothers, Victor, Walter, Myles, Donald and Theodore, of
Black's Harbour, and Harold Bradford of Oak Bay. He was predeceased by his
father, Martin Bradford, two brothers who were killed in the First Great War,
and two sisters and two brothers who died in early childhood.
Funeral service were held Sunday afternoon from the Calvary
United Baptist Frances M. McLean Memorial Church, Rev. H.A. Westrup officiating,
assisted by Rev. H.C. Mullen and Rev. William Ring. A male quartet sang
"Going Down the Valley One by One" and the choir sang "Good Night
and Good Morning" and "The Christian's Goodnight". Many floral
and spiritual tributes attested to the high esteem in which the deceased was
held. The scripture text was taken from the Twenty-Third Psalm: "Though I
walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil."
Interment was made in the new Baptist Cemetery. The
pall-bearers were five brothers, Walter Bradford, Donald Bradford, Harold
Bradford, Myles Bradford and Gunner Theodore Bradford, and one nephew,
Lance-Corporal Eric Bradford.
SOURCE: The Saint Croix Courier (St. Stephen, NB) - October 30, 1941.
Long Illness Fatal To Black's Harbor Man
Black's Harbor, March 11 - The death of Stanley Omar Clifford occurred at his home here on Wednesday morning, March 6, of a heart condition which had made
him an invalid for the past eight years. A man of friendly and likeable disposition he will be missed in the community.
Born in Tiverton, N.S. on September 13, 1904, he was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Clifford and with the family moved here 24 years ago and was employed with Connors Bros. Limited. In August, 1926, he was
united in marriage at Black's Harbor with Miss Mary Gaudett of Weymouth, N.S., and besides his wife and parents he is survived by a sister, Mrs. Lindsay Morehouse, of Black's Harbor, and a nephew.
The funeral services was held on Saturday afternoon from the house at 2:30 p.m. to Calvary United Baptist Church, where service was conducted at 3 o'clock by the pastor, Rev. Claude Troupe Olmstead. Interment
was in the Baptist Cemetery. The bearers were Norman Nickerson, Alden Justason, William Conley, Mendell Morehouse, Earl W. Watson and Richard Small. There were many beautiful floral tributes including wreaths from the Calvary
United Church, Reformed Baptist Church, the management of Connors Bros. Limited and various departments.
SOURCE: The Saint Croix Courier (St. Stephen, NB) - March 14, 1946.
Mrs. Melvin Stuart Dies In Saint John Hospital
Black's Harbor, April 8 - The funeral of Mrs. Melvin Stuart of Black's Harbor was held at the Pentecostal Church here Tuesday, April 2, at 2:30 p.m. Rev. Wm.
H. Ring, pastor of the church, was assisted by Rev. Claude Troupe Olmstead of the Calvary United Baptist Church and Rev. H.S. Wilson of the Reformed Baptist Church, and music was rendered by a mixed choir from the churches who
sang "Jesus Lover of My Soul", "Rock of Ages", and "The Last Mile of the Way".
Mrs. Stuart, formerly Inez May Seeley, was the daughter of Mrs. Louisa (Berry) Daley and the late Arthur Seeley, of Black's Harbour, and was born at Musquash August 4, 1917. She was united in marriage with
Melvin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Stuart, of Pennfield, in August, 1938, and had been a patient in the County Hospital, East Saint John for nearly three years.
Besides her husband and two children, Margaret Rose and David Allen, she is survived
by her mother, Mrs. Daley, and step-father, Thomas Daley; a brother, George Seeley, of Black's Harbour, and three sisters, Mrs. William (Alice) Fiander of Bocabec, Mrs. Wilfred (Mildred) Gaudett, of Black's Harbour, and Mrs. Roy
(Grace) Leslie of Back Bay. Also James, Ernest, Darrol and Carroll Daley, of Black's Harbour, Mrs. Stillman Hooper of Back Bay, and the Misses Helen and Bernice Daley of Black's Harbour.
Interment was made in the Baptist Cemetery here, the bearers being Stillman Hooper, Roy Leslie, Wilfred Gaudett and Robert Stuart.
SOURCE: The Saint Croix Courier (St. Stephen, NB) - April 11, 1946.
John E. Coulton, 76, Dead At Black's Har.
Native of P.E.I. Leaves Wife, Five Sons and Five Daughters
Black's Harbor, Sept. 21 - The death of John E. Coulton occurred at this home here early this morning. Although in poor health for a number of years, he was
active until three weeks ago, when he suffered a shock from which he did not rally. A quiet, home loving man, he will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
He was born in West Devon, P.E.I., on February 1, 1870, and lived there until moving to Black's Harbour ten years ago. On October 21, 1912, he was united in marriage with Miss Annie Gillcash of Glenwood, P.E.I.,
who survives him. He is also survived by five daughters, Mrs. John Niles, Roxbury, Mass., Mrs. William Purcell, Needham, Mass., Mrs. Allen Rushton, McAdam Jct., N.B., Mrs. Elton Waite, of O'Leary, P.E.I. and Mrs. Percy Leavitt,
Black's Harbour, and five sons, John, Oxford Jct., N.S., Albert, Stewart, Ray and Walter all of Black's Harbour. Five sisters and one brother and a number of grandchildren also survive.
The funeral will be held Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock with service at the house conducted by Rev. Claude Troupe Olmstead. The four sons, Albert, Stewart, Ray and Water will be pallbearers. Interment will be
in the Baptist cemetery.
SOURCE: The Saint Croix Courier (St. Stephen, NB) - September 26, 1946.
BERRY, JAMES E.
- Black's Harbor, Oct. 12 - The funeral of James E. Berry, who passed away unexpectedly at the Chipman Memorial Hospital on Monday morning, Oct. 7, at 3:30 o'clock, was held from the home of his sister, Mrs. Thomas Daley, on
Wednesday afternoon to the Reformed Baptist Church. Service was conducted by the pastor, Rev. H.S. Wilson, assisted by Rev. Wm. Ring. Rev. F.A. Dunlop, and Rev. W. Randall. Favorite hymns were sung. The pallbearers were Bernard
White, Lendley Bent, Luther Seelye and Herman Markee. Interment was in the local cemetery.
He was born in Yarmouth, N.S. on March 8, 1878, and lived there until coming to Black's Harbor a number of years ago, to work for Connors Bros., and make his home with his sister. He is survived by his wife and
two sons, Arthur of Shelburne, N.S., and Wilfred of Yarmouth, N.S., one brother, Henry, of Flume Ridge, N.B., four sister, Rose, Montreal, Que., Mrs. Marshall Nickerson, Ontario, Mrs. Leon Surette, Yarmouth, N.S., and Mrs. Thomas
Daley, Black's Harbour, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was of a quiet disposition and a friend to all who knew him.
SOURCE: The Saint Croix Courier (St. Stephen, NB) - October 17, 1946.
FUNERALS HELD FOR
MISHAP VICTIMS - Funeral services for two of the three victims of a traffic
accident here Friday morning were held yesterday afternoon. Linda Wasson,
15, of Pennfield and Randall McLaughlin, 16, of Blacks Harbour, died as a result
of injuries received when the car in which they were passengers struck a
culvert.
Service for Miss Wasson was conducted in Pennfield United
Baptist Church by Rev. William L Randall, of Harvey Station. Pallbearers were
Dyrlin Justason and Aubrey Hatt, both of Pennfield, and uncles William Wasson,
Advocate, NS, Clifton Wasson, Elmsdale, NS, Arlie and Trueman Wasson, both of
Truro, NS. Interment was in the church cemetery.
Service for Mr. McLaughlin was conducted from the
Reformed Baptist Church, Blacks Harbour, by the pastor Rev. William Morgan ,
assisted by Rev. Arthur McElroy, pastor of United Pentecostal Church.
Pallbearers were Alvin Stewart, Blacks Harbour, and cousins Austin and Elwood
Merrill, Blacks Harbour, Jarvis Wilson, Honeydale, Wilfred McLaughlin, Halifax,
and Raymond Morrow, Oak Bay. Interment was in the Community Cemetery.
Funeral service for Gerald Leavitt, 16, who was driver of the
car, will be held this afternoon from Calvary United Baptist Church here. He was
the son of Mr. and Mrs. Watson Leavitt, Blacks Harbour.
An inquest into the mishap will be conducted by coroner Dr. R
D Smith, of St. George, at 7 pm, Tuesday in the Blacks Harbour fire hall.
McLAUGHLIN,
RANDALL - The community was saddened by the death of Randall McLaughlin,
only son of Mrs. Jennie Morrow McLaughlin, formerly of Harvey Station and Fred
McLaughlin, formerly of Honeydale.
Born at Bonny River, Dec. 1, 1941, he was of a cheerful
disposition and gained many friends among teenagers and older folk alike. He was
employed by Connors Bros. Ltd.
Surviving besides his parents are his grandmother, Mrs.
Lucinda McLaughlin of Honeydale, along with several aunts and uncles and
cousins.
Pallbearers were five cousins, Austin and Elwood
Merrill, Raymond Morrow, Wilfred McLaughlin , Jarvis Wilson and Alvin Stewart.
Prayers were held at the home of his aunt and uncle,
Mr. and Mrs. Steve Merrill, with service at Reformed Baptist Church conducted by
Rev. William Morgan assisted by Rev. A McElroy of the Pentecostal Church. The
church choir sang three selections.
Floral tributes were many and beautiful. A large crowd
gathered to pay their last respects. Those attending from various points were
relatives and friends from Woodland, St. Stephen, Nova Scotia, Honeydale,
Rollingdam, Milltown, and Harvey. Interment was in Blacks Harbour Cemetery.
SOURCE: The Saint Croix Courier (St. Stephen) - September
, 1958.
FINAL
TRIBUTE PAID ACCIDENT VICTIM - A large number of parents and friends
gathered at the Calvary United Baptist Church here Monday to pay final tribute
to Gerald Leavitt, the third victim in an accident which occurred here early
Friday morning. He was in his 19th year.
The service was conducted by Rev. William Morgan, pastor of
the Reformed Baptist Church here and by Rev. Arthur McElroy of the United
Pentecostal Church here.
Funeral services for the other victims, 15-year-old Linda
Wasson of Pennfield, and Randall McLaughlin, 16, of Blacks Harbour, were
conducted Monday.
Mr. Leavitt was an employee of the Connors Bros. plant here.
He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Watson Leavitt; one brother, Blair;
two sisters, Mrs. Vincent Beney and Linda Leavitt, all of Blacks Harbour.
A large number of floral tributes and messages of sympathy
were received.
Pallbearers were Albert Coulton Jr., Back Bay, Willard
Barrio, Allen Gaudett, Joseph Cook, Thomas Glennie and Frederick Hennessey, all
of Blacks Harbour. Interment was in the Community Cemetery here.
Courtesy of: P. Dale Wright.
McGEE,
JEANNE
AUDREY - Dated March 27, 1956 - Blacks Harbour - The death of Jeanne Audrey
McGee occurred at the Saint John General Hospital. Jeanne was the daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Carroll McGee, Sr. And was 15 years of age. She was a pupil in
Grade 8 and belonged to the Girl Guides.
Prayers at the house were conducted by Rev. F W Greer
Hutchinson, assisted by Rev. W H Ring. A quartet composed of Mrs. Bert
Gallagher, Mr. and Mrs. Shaw and Richard Small sang "Lily of The
Valley".
The service was conducted in the Calvary United Baptist
Church by the pastor, Rev. F W G Hutchinson.
Pallbearers were Bobby Leavitt, Garry Nickerson, Eugene
Leavitt, Melville Johnson, Vernon Spear, and Fred Hennessey. Pupils of Grade 8,
with their teacher, Wayne Guptill, attended in a body. Interment was in the
local cemetery.
Besides her parents, she is survived by one sister, (June)
Mrs. Robert Latta, Ottawa, three brothers, Carol Jr., Richard and James of
Blacks Harbour.
Among the floral tributes received were those from pupils of
Grade 8, Reformed Baptist Church, Pentecostal Church, United Baptist Church,
various departments of Connors Bros. factory, Girl Guides, and Connors Bros.
store staff.
MRS.
C J WALSH DIES AT AGE 46 - Dated August 26, 1959 - Blacks Harbour - Many
relatives and friends throughout the county and in other sections of the
province, as well as in Nova Scotia, regret the death of Mrs. Hazel Catherine
Walsh , wife of Clarence J Walsh of Blacks Harbour, which occurred at St. Joseph’s
Hospital in Saint John, where she had been a patient for several days.
A daughter of the late Frederick J and Clara (Shackle)
Edwards of Harrow-on-the-Hill, London, England, Mrs Walsh was 46. She was born
in Saint John.
Surviving are her husband; four sons, John, Clarence, Brian
and Leslie, all at home; three daughters, Mrs. Shirley McKinley (Mary) of Blacks
Harbour, Mrs. Leonard Reynolds (Valerie), Phillip’s Harbour, NS, and Miss
Cheryl Walsh at home; three brothers, Walter Edwards, of Saint John, Jack
Edwards, Montreal, and Bertram Edwards, Halifax; two sisters, Mrs. Charles
Fraser and Mrs. Jessie Frye , Saint John; three grandchildren and nephews and
nieces.
The largely attended funeral was held from her home to
Calvary United Baptist Church, where service was conducted by elders of the
Saint John branch of the Mormon faith, assisted by Rev. Alfred Olley, vacation
supply pastor of Calvary United and Rev. A D Cann , pastor of the Reformed
Baptist Church.
Pallbearers were Floyd Hanley, Back Bay, Richard Howland,
Fredericton, William McKinney and Gordon Fraser, Saint John, Cpl. Fred Smith,
Camp Gagetown, and Pte. Kenneth Cooke, Petewawa, ON. Burial was in the Blacks
Harbour Community Cemetery.
Included among the many floral tributes were those received
from Calvary United Baptist Church; Willing Workers Class and Woman’s
Missionary Society of the church; Connors Bros. factory employees; Labeling Room
employees of Connors Bros. factory; department of public works, Spruce Lake;
Blacks Harbour Manufacturing Company; the Church of Jesus Christ, Saint John;
Connors Bros. store staff; Blacks Harbour Canadian Legion; Ladies Auxiliary of
the Legion.
Relatives and friends attended the funeral from Saint John,
Fredericton, Phillip’s Harbour, and Halifax, NS, Pennfield, Beaver Harbour,
Back Bay and from sections of Ontario.
CONDUCT
SERVICES FOR ERNEST WATSON - Dated August 29, 1959 - Blacks Harbour -
Funeral services for Ernest Watson was held in Calvary United Baptist Church
with the minister, Rev. Maxwell Nesbitt, officiating. Prayers were said at
the house prior to the service.
Mrs. Edmund Bradford, church organist, played appropriate
music and the church choir sang several selections. A guard of honor was formed
by members of Orange Lodge No. 92, of which Mr. Watson was a member.
Mr. Watson was born Nov. 12, 1903, at Second Falls, son of
Mrs. Caroline Watson of St. Andrews and the late William Watson. He was a
resident of Blacks Harbour for a number of years and a faithful member of
Calvary United Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, the former Clara Gaudett; two
daughters, Mabel, Mrs. William Conley , and Myrtle, Mrs. Lester Deveau, both of
Blacks Harbour; two granddaughters and two grandsons; his mother, Mrs. Caroline
Watson of St. Andrews; two brothers, John Watson of Beacon Falls, Conn. and
Chester of Los Angeles, Cal; six sisters, Mrs. Mabel Salanardi of Connecticut,
Mrs. Ann Palmerson of Los Angeles, Mrs. Myrtle Snedker of Long Island, NY, Mrs.
Thelma Beckwith of Seymour, Conn. and Mrs. Ethel Hudson, also of Seymour.
Pallbearers were Eldon Leavitt, Alden Justason , John Irving,
Herman Stewart, Isaac Stewart, and Dan Wilcox, all members of the Orange Lodge.
Service at the grave was conducted by the lodge members. There was a profusion
of floral tributes.
FINAL
TRIBUTE PAID BLAIR E. LEAVITT - Blacks Harbour - The largely attended
funeral of Blair Eugene Leavitt was held at the Calvary United Baptist Church,
conducted by Rev. Nesbitt, assisted by Rev. Cann of the Reformed Baptist Church.
Relatives and friends were deeply saddened by the death,
which occurred at the Saint John General Hospital Oct. 28, following a hunting
accident Oct. 1.
The choir of the church rendered two hymns and a solo was
sung by Mrs. Lyla Cross at the graveside.
Born at Blacks Harbour in 1942, the deceased was the youngest
son of Watson and Thelma (Wright) Leavitt. Besides his parents, he is survived
by two sisters, Mrs. Vincent Beney, Whitefish, Ont.; Linda at home; his
grandparents, Mr. And Mrs. Grovenor Wright, Beaver Harbour; and a number of
uncles and aunts and cousins. His older brother predeceased him two years ago
following an automobile accident.
The pallbearers were Joseph Cook, Allan Gaudett, Tommy
Glennie, Fred Hennessey, Eugene Laskey and Kenneth McGarrigle.
Many beautiful floral tributes were received, including
pieces from the different departments of Connors Brothers factory where he was
employed; the staff of Connors Brothers Store, and Connors Brothers factory at
Back Bay. Also from relatives in Sunbury, Ont., and Detroit, Mich. as well as
relatives and friends in the surrounding districts.
Among those attending the funeral from outside points were
relatives from Sunbury, Chelmsford, Preston, Bracebridge, Ont., and from St.
George, Back Bay, Maces Bay, Pennfield and Beaver Harbour. Interment was in the
family lot at Blacks Harbour.
SOURCE: Courtesy of P. Dale Wright.
DEVEAU,
PRENA - At the Fundy Hospital, Blacks Harbour, Feb. 17, 1963, Prena, daughter of
Donald and Cora Bradford of Blacks Harbour, survived by her husband, her
parents, four brothers, seven sisters, her maternal grandmother, several uncles,
aunts, nephews and nieces.
Resting at the home of her parents at Blacks Harbour until
Tuesday when prayers will be said at 2 pm followed by service in the United
Baptist Church, Blacks Harbour. Interment in Blacks Harbour Cemetery.
BLACKS
HARBOUR MAN PASSES - Dated 1963 - The death of Edward Lloyd Boles occurred
suddenly at his home on Feb. 24 at Blacks Harbour. He was 72 years of age, son
of the late Harvey and Elizabeth Boles of Pleasant Ridge. Born at Clarence Ridge
Aug. 1, 1890, where he spent most of his life farming and lumbering until the
last few years he has lived at Blacks Harbour. He served with the Canadian Army
in the First World War (1914-1918).
He was married to Carrie Edith Essensa of Elmcroft Aug. 7,
1918, who predeceased him one year ago. He is survived by one son, Hazen; two
grandchildren, Jane and Kenneth; two sisters, Mrs. Mae Murphy, Bay Road, and
Mrs. Charles Stewart (Pearl) of Pleasant Ridge; two brothers, William of Flume
Ridge, Harvey of Saint John; as well as several nieces and nephews. Prayers were
held at the home of his son Hazen, where the body rested followed by service at
Calvary United Baptist Church with Rev. Cann officiating.
The choir sang two favorite hymns, "Safe In The Arms Of
Jesus" and "Good Night and Good Morning". Interment in the family
lot in the Blacks Harbour Community Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Philip Murphy, Alvin Murphy, Milton Stewart,
Herman Stewart, George Johnston, and Albert Johnston.
Many beautiful floral tributes were received from relatives,
friends and neighbours as well as Gideon Bibles and Memorials.
INGALLS,
FULTON EARL - At his residence, Blacks Harbour, March 11, 1963, Fulton E Ingalls, son of the
late Turner and Annie (Guptill ) Ingalls of Grand Manan, survived by his wife,
two daughters, one brother, several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews
and nieces.
Resting at his residence, Blacks Harbour, until Wednesday,
when prayers will be said at 2 pm, followed by service in the United Baptist
Church. Interment in the Community Cemetery, Blacks Harbour.
COULTON,
ALBERT - At St. Joseph’s Hospital, Saint John, April 24, 1963, Albert Coulton of Back
Bay, Charlotte County, son of Mrs. Annie and the late John Coulton of Back Bay,
survived by his wife, two sons, eight daughters, his mother, three brothers, one
sister and several nephews and nieces.
Resting at his residence, Back Bay, where prayers will be
said Friday at 2 pm followed by service in the United Calvary Baptist Church,
Blacks Harbour. Interment in the Community Cemetery, Blacks Harbour.
CRAIG,
MURIEL - At the Saint John General Hospital, June 16, 1963, Muriel, wife of Oscar Craig
of Blacks Harbour, daughter of the late George and Josephine (Kernighan) Taylor
of St. George, survived by her husband, two daughters, five grandchildren, three
brothers, two sisters, several nieces and nephews.
Resting at the St. George Funeral Home, Main Street, where
prayers will be said Wednesday at 2 pm, followed by service in the United
Baptist Church, Blacks Harbour. Interment in the community cemetery.
GAUDETT, AMY ARVELLA
– A wide circle of relatives and friends were saddened to learn of the death
of Mrs. Amy Arvella Gaudett, which occurred on Jan. 8, 1979, in the Collingwood
Nursing Home at Pennfield, following a period ill health. Mrs. Gaudett, the
widow of William Henry Gaudett, was in her 84th year. She was born at Woods
Island, Grand Manan, May 26, 1885, the daughter of the late Rubien Clifton
Wilcox and Sarah Jane (Wilcox) Wilcox. She had been a resident at Blacks Harbour
for the past seventy-seven (77) years. She was a member of the Wesleyan Church
and of the Women’s Missionary Society of the Church. Her husband died July 4,
1960. Surviving are two sons, Ronald J. of Blacks Harbour and George C. of
Hillsboro. Ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; three brothers: Max
Wilcox, of Toronto; Asten Wilcox of St. Stephen and Daniel Wilcox of Blacks
Harbour, several nieces and nephews.
The funeral, which was largely attended, was held from the St. George Funeral
Home at St. George to the local Wesleyan Church for service with the pastor,
Rev. John A. Fancy officiating. The church choir sang the hymns, "I Won’t
Have to Cross Jordan Alone", and "How Great Thou Art". With a
duet entitled, "Sheltered in the Arms of God", sung by Mrs. Ralph
MacVicar and Mrs. Frank Stevens. Six nephews served as pallbearers, Ernest
and James Gaudett, Lewis and Maurice Justason; John and Charles Gaudett.
Interment was in the Blacks Harbour Community Cemetery.
A mong those attending the funeral were relatives and friends
from Hillsboro, Moncton, Lepreau, Pocologan, Grand Manan, Deer Island, St.
George, Campobello, New River, Saint John and Beaver Harbour.
BENEY,
NINA ELIZABETH - The death of Nina E. Beney occurred at Fundy
Hospital, Black's Harbour, on May 25, 1984.
She was born on Jan. 12, 1921, the daughter of the late
Perley and Mary (Carlow) Moraisey of Crawford, Me.
She is survived by her husband, Otis, one daughter (Lois), Mrs.
Arthur Williams of Pocologan; One son Carl of Pennfield; five grandchildren; two
brothers, Alfred Moraisey of Oakfield, Me. and Walter Moraisey of
Crawford; two sisters, (Etta) Mrs. Edward Chase of Portland, Me., and
(Christine) Mrs. Howard Niemoeller of Lawrence, Kansas; and several nieces and
nephews.
The largely attended funeral was held at the Wesleyan Church,
Black's Harbour, with Rev. Tim Donovan officiating, assisted by Rev. W. L.
Fernley and Rev. R. J. Roach.
Two hymns were sung, The Last Mile of the Way and Sheltered
in the Arms of Jesus by Mrs. Leo Wilcox and Mrs. Arthur Card .
Interment took place in the Black's Harbour Rural Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Anderson Allan, Earle Aymar, George Greenlaw,
Basil Justason, Weldon Theriault, and Maynard Wormell.
BENEY,
OTIS
ARNOLD - Relatives and friends were saddened by the death of Otis
Arnold Beney at the Fundy Hospital, Blacks Harbour, N.B., Oct. 27, 1990.
Otis was born April 9, 1921, son of the late Samuel and Lena
Beney of Bonny River, N.B.
He is survived by one daughter, (Lois), Mrs. Arthur Williams
of Pocologan; one son, Carl of Pennfield; two sisters, Beatrice, Mrs. Melvin
Leavitt; Bessie, both of Black's Harbour; two brothers, Samuel of
Pennfield and Arthur of St. Stephen; six grandchildren, several nieces and
nephews. He is predeceased by his wife, Nina E. (Moraisey ) and son Gary.
He was a member of the Wesleyan Church, Black's Harbour. He
was an employee of Connors Bros. for 42 years and also worked in the woods.
There is a saying that no one dies as long as their memory
lives in the heart of others. And Otis will be long remembered for his untiring
devotion to his family and friends. There was no favor too large or too small
for Otis to do. He was one of those individuals everyone could count on, and he
will be truly missed by those who were fortunate enough to know him.
The funeral service was held at the Wesleyan Church with Rev.
Joseph Ebbett officiating and assisted by Tim Donovan.
Two hymns were sung, The Hallelujah Side by the Choir and
Life’s Railway to Heaven by Nancy Card and Kaye Wilcox.
Interment took place at the Black's Harbour Community
Cemetery with a reading and prayer at the graveside. Many floral tributes were
received and donations made to various organizations.
Pallbearers were Doug Frost, Kenneth Stewart, Lawrence
Stewart, Peter Seelye, David Gaudett, and Maynard (Bud) Wormell.
Attending the funeral from out of town were relatives and
friends from Moncton, Saint John, St. Stephen, Crawford, ME and the surrounding
communities.
SOURCE: The Saint Croix Courier.
BRAFORD, DONALD EDGAR Sr. –
At the Fundy Hospital, Blacks Harbour, on October 9, 1991, Donald Edgar Bradford
Sr. (age 88 years) of Blacks Harbour, N.B., husband of Cora (Burrell) Bradford,
son of the late Martin and Lola (Barney) Bradford; survived by his wife, four
sons, Roy H. of Utopia, Frederick A. of Beaver Harbour, Harold L. of Utopia an
Donald E. Jr. of Utopia; six daughters, Donaldine (Mrs. Lorne McGarrigle) of
Blacks Harbour, Stella (Mrs. Charles Steeves) of Riverview, Twilah (Mrs. Leo
Rhynold) of Beaver Harbour, Irene (Mrs. Louis Gagne) of Blacks Harbour, Judy
Somerville of Kitchener, Ontario, Deloris (Mrs. Douglas Lockhart) of Pennfield,
forty-six grandchildren, fifty great-grandchildren, one great-granddaughter and
several nieces and nephews.
Rested at the St. George Funeral Home, Main St., St.
George, N.B. The funeral service was held at the Wesleyan Church, Blacks Harbour
on Saturday at 2 pm with Rev. Joseph Ebbett officiating. Interment in the
Community Cemetery, Blacks Harbour, N.B.
BRADFORD, CORA SEVELLA
- At the Fundy Hospital, Blacks Harbour on Friday, Dec. 27, 1991, Cora
Sevella (Burrell) Bradford of Pennfield, in her 81st year, widow of Donald E.
Bradford, Sr. and daughter of the late Howard J. Burrell and her mother Carrie
(McLaughlin) Burrell; survived beside her mother by four sons, Roy H. Bradford
of Utopia, Frederick A. Bradford of Beaver Harbour, Harold L. Bradford and
Donald E. Bradford, Jr., both of Utopia; six daughters, Donaldine (Mrs. Lorne
McGarrigle) of Blacks Harbour, Stella (Mrs. Charles Steeves) of Riverview;
Twilah (Mrs. Leo Rhynold) of Beaver Harbour, Irene (Mrs. Louis Gagne) of Blacks
Harbour, Judy Sommerville of Kitchener, Ont., and Deloris (Mrs. Douglas
Lockhart) of Pennfield; 46 grandchildren, 51 great-grandchildren, one
great-great-granddaughter; one sister Fern Sherman of McAdam; one brother, Guy
Burrell of Saint John and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Bradford was
pre-deceased by son Burrell in 1940, two daughters Prena in 1963 and Ann in
1988; two sisters, Vera in 1986 and Anne in 1991.
Resting at the St. George Funeral Home, Main Street, St. George. The funeral service will be held at the
Blacks Harbour Wesleyan Church on Tuesday at 1pm with Rev. Joseph Ebbett
officiating. Interment in the Blacks Harbour Community Cemetery. Visiting at the
funeral home on Sunday from 7-9 pm and Monday 2-4pm and 7-9pm.
YELDON, WILLIAM THOMAS "Bill" - At the Saint John Regional Hospital on May 6, 1993, Mr. William Thomas Yeldon of St. George, N.B., husband of the late Mildred (Justason) Yeldon; survived by one daughter, Beverly Jordan of Endwell, N.Y.; one step-son, Allen
Moses of St. George, N.B.; one sister, Helen Yeldon of Brockville, ON; one granddaughter, Linda Blake of Endwell, N.Y.; one grandson, Thomas Jordan of California and three great-grandchildren.
Rested at St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage St., St. George, N.B. from where the funeral service was held on Monday at 10:30 a.m. with interment in the Blacks Harbour Community Cemetery, Blacks Harbour.
LEAVITT,
MELVIN VINCENT - Unexpectedly at the Saint John Regional Hospital on January 5, 1995, Mr.
Melvin Vincent Leavitt of Blacks Harbour, NB, husband of Mrs. Beatrice (Beney)
Leavitt, son of the late John and Sarah (Harris) Leavitt. Survived by his wife;
two sisters, Ethel (Mrs. Earl Wilcox ) of Saint John and Mrs. Bessie Hanley of
Back Bay; three brothers, Kinsbur of Back Bay, Octave of Oromocto, and Otis of L’Etete;
and several nieces and nephews.
Resting at the Blacks Harbour Wesleyan Church from where the
funeral service will be held on Sunday at 2 pm with interment in the Blacks
Harbour Community Cemetery. Visiting hours at the Church on Friday and Saturday
from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances to the society of
one’s choice would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements under the care
of St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage Street, St. George, NB.
LEAVITT, MELVIN VINCENT
- The largely attended funeral for Melvin Leavitt was held at the Wesleyan
Church, Black's Harbour January 8, 1995, conducted by Rev. Brian Murray,
assisted by Rev. Scott Ingersoll and pastor Troy Carruthers. Two hymns, one by
the choir, "In the Sweet By and By", and "When I Meet My Pilot
Face to Face" by Sherry Beney and Reta McVicar .
He is survived by his wife Beatrice (Beney) Leavitt, three
brothers, Kinsbur, Octave, and Otis, and two sisters, Mrs. Earl Wilcox ,(Ethel)
and Mrs. Bessie Hanley, and several nieces and nephews.
Interment took place in the Black's Harbour Community
Cemetery.
Pallbearers were six nephews; Carl Beney, Melvin Beney,
Winnie Beney, Lewis Cooke, Jerry Leavitt, and Gary Leavitt.
The St. George Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Source: The Saint Croix Courier (St. Stephen, NB).
BRADFORD,
HAROLD LESTER "Hally" - Unexpectedly at his residence on April 23, 1997, Mr. Harold Lester Bradford of
Pennfield, husband of Marina M. (Clarke) Bradford. Born in Blacks Harbour on
Dec. 20, 1930, he was the son of the late Donald E. and Cora (Burrell) Bradford.
He was a member of the United Pentecostal Church in Blacks Harbour. He was a
veteran of the Korean War. Harold loved the outdoors, particularly hunting.
He is survived by his wife; his grandmother, Mrs. Carrie
Spencer of McAdam; one son, Harold Richard Jr. and wife Darlene of Beaver
Harbour; four daughters, Patricia (Mrs. Robert Hanselpacker), St. George, Susan
Marie Bradford, Saint John, Frances (Mrs. Allen Murray), St. George and Geneva
(Mrs. Matthew Dehkurdi) of British Columbia; 10 grandchildren, Darren
Hanselpacker, Jill (Mrs. Derek Cheney), Jan and Alyson Murray, Hannah and Ashely
Bradford, all of St. George, David, Jonathan, Benjamin and Andrew Dehkurdi of
British Columbia; one great-grandson, Cameron of Fitzgerald of Saint John; three
brothers, Roy of Pennfield, Fred of Hampton and Donnie of Lake Utopia; four
sisters, Twilah (Mrs. Leo Rhynold), Beaver Harbour, Irene (Mrs. Louis Gagne),
Blacks Harbour, Judy Sommerville, Blacks Harbour, Delores (Mrs. Douglas
Lockhart) of Blacks Harbour; several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his
first wife Marie (Doucet) Bradford; four sisters, Donaldena, Ann, Stella and
Prena and one brother, Burrell.
Resting at the St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage Street,
St. George, N.B. Funeral service was held on Monday at 2 p.m. from the United
Pentecostal Church in Blacks Harbour. Interment in the Blacks Harbour Community
Cemetery.
Remembrances to the charity of the donors choice would be
greatly appreciated by the family.
JUSTASON,
MILDRED IRLENE - After a lengthy illness at the Fundy Nursing Home, Blacks
Harbour, NB, on April 9, 2000, Mrs. Mildred Irlene Justason, wife of C. Maurice
Justason of Blacks Harbour, NB, born May 5, 1921, she was a daughter of the late
Arthur E. and Lousie (Berry) Seeley. She is survived by her husband, Maurice;
daughter-in-law Lorna Gaudett of Amherst, NS; one granddaughter Anne, Mrs.
Gordon Goodwin of Amherst, NS; one great-granddaughter, Jessica, at home; six
stepchildren; 12 step-grandchildren; four sisters, Grace Leslie and Elizabeth
Hooper, both of Back Bay; Helen MacDonald of Kingston, Ontario; and Bernice,
Mrs. Merlin Stewart of Blacks Harbour; one brother, Carroll Daley of St.
Stephen; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her first husband,
Wilford Gaudett; son, Wilford Jr.; step-father, Thomas Daley; two sisters, Alice
Fiander and Inez Stuart; and five brothers, George Seeley, Arthur Seeley Jr.,
James Daley, Ernest Daley and Darroll Daley.
Mildred had worked for Connors Bros. for over 35 years. She
was an avid CB’er and enjoyed knitting, crocheting and sewing.
Resting at the United Pentecostal Church, Blacks Harbour from
where the service will be held on Wednesday at 2 pm. Interment in the Blacks
Harbour Community Cemetery. Visiting at the church on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7
to 9 pm. Remembrances to a charity of the donors choice would be appreciated by
the family. Arrangements in care of the St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage
Street, St. George, NB.
Source: Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - April 13, 2000.
GREENE,
IRMA MAE - The death of Mrs. Irma Mae (Cross) Green, wife of the late
Herbert Greene, of Nina Street, Saint John, NB, occurred on Monday, August 6,
2001 at her residence.
Born at Black’s Harbour, NB, she was the daughter of the
late Lester Melville and Eva Florence Leavitt) Cross. Irma had resided in Black’s
Harbour for most of her life, and had presently been residing with her son in
Saint John for the past two years.
She is survived by one son, Douglas Greene and his wife Janet
of Saint John, one brother Albert (Dorothy) Cross of Kingston, NB, two sisters,
Vera (Lewellyn) Adshade of Saint John West, and Florence Wright of Nova Scotia,
one granddaughter, Amber Greene, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was
predeceased by one sister, Elva Cole.
Resting at Brenan’s Select Community Funeral Home, 111
Paradise Row, Saint John, visitation will be on Thursday, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
The funeral service will be held on Friday, August 10, 2001 at 11:00 A.M. from
Brenan’s Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will take place at Black’s Harbour
Community Cemetery. Remembrances to the charity of the donor’s choice would be
appreciated by the family,
SOURCE: Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - August 8, 2001.
THOMPSON,
FLORENCE LILLIAN - Peacefully, surrounded by her family at the Fundy Nursing
Home, Blacks Harbour, N.B. on September 9, 2001, Mrs. Florence Lillian (Bryant)
Thompson of Blacks Harbour, N.B, wife of the late Levi Hughie Thompson. Born in
Pleasant Ridge, N.B. on February 3, 1911, she was a daughter of the Late David
and Hannah (Boles) Bryant.
A loving mother and grandmother, she is survived by four
sons; James (Shirley) Thompson, Hugh (Alice) Thompson , Arnold Thompson, all of
Blacks Harbour and Henry (Leigh) Thompson, of London, Ontario; four daughters,
Ida Deveau (Ernest Bradford), Florence Richard (Moise Jr.), Marion Richard (Leo)
and Gladys Scott (Waitstill), all of Blacks Harbour; 19 Grandchildren; 34
Great-Grand Children, several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was the last
member of her immediate family.
Florence's hobbies were knitting and reading.
Resting at the St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage Street,
St. George, N.B. with visiting on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The
funeral will be held at Calvary United Baptist Church, Blacks Harbour, N.B. on
Wednesday at 2 p.m. Interment in the Blacks Harbour Community Cemetery. In her
memory, donations to any charity of the donor's choice would be appreciated by
the family.
SOURCE: New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - September 11, 2001.
LEAVITT,
BEATRICE GLADYS - Unexpectedly at her residence, 863 Main Street,
Blacks Harbour, N.B., on December 18, 2001, Mrs. Beatrice Gladys (Beney)
Leavitt, wife of the late Melvin Vincent Leavitt. Born in Elmcroft, N.B. on
March 25, 1919, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Lena (Beney) Beney.
She is survived by one brother Samuel and his wife Ruth of Pennfield and several
nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by four brothers, Otis,
Warren, Arthur and Vincent, and three sisters, Irene, Marion, and Bessie.
Beatrice was a faithful member of the Wesleyan Church. A homemaker all her life
, she enjoyed cooking, quilting and knitting. She loved children and was always
helping others.
Resting at the Wesleyan Church, Blacks Harbour, N.B.from
where the service will be held on Friday at 2 PM. Interment in the Blacks
Harbour Community Cemetery. Visiting at the Church on Wednesday from 7 to 9 and
on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. In her memory, donations to a charity of
the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements have been
entrusted to St. George Funeral Service Limited, 26 Portage Street, St. George,
N.B.
COOKE,
MILDRED MARGUERITE - After a brief illness at the Saint John
Regional Hospital on February 12, 2002, Mrs. Mildred M. (Bradford) Cooke of
Blacks Harbour, wife of the late Allen E. Cooke. Born in Blacks Harbour on June
18, 1931, she was a daughter of the late Theodore and Effie (Camick) Bradford.
A loving mother and grandmother, she is survived by her son,
Lance (Isabelle) of Scotsburn, Nova Scoia; two daughters, Wanda Hanley
(Frederick) of Back Bay and Orinda Babineau (Joseph) of Blacks Harbour; three
grandchildren; five great grandchildren; two brothers; one sister; special
friend Colin Mair and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased
by one son, Jeffrey, one brother, Ted and one sister, Gladys.
Resting at the St. George Funeral Home, from where the
service will be held on Friday at 2 pm with Rev. Gordon Cooke officiating.
Interment in the Blacks Harbour Community Cemetery in the spring. Visiting hours
on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. In Mildred's memory, remembrances to the
Charlotte County Cancer Society or to a charity of the donor's choice would be
appreciated by the family.
WHITTIER,
GARVIN LESLEY- Unexpectedly at the Charlotte County Hospital, St. Stephen,
NB on February 23, 2002, Mr. Garvin Lesley Whittier of Seeleys Cove, NB, Husband
of V. Bernice (McAdam ) Whittier.
Born in Clarence Ridge on November 9, 1929, he was a son of
the late Reuben and Grace (Nodding) Whittier.
A loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather,
he is survived by his wife; three sons; Larry (Sharon) of Seeleys Cove; Ross
(Janet) of St. George and Allen (Audrey) of Seeleys Cove; five grandchildren;
Laurie (Chris) Blackier, Jeff, Darren, Shawn and Shannon Whittier; Great
Grandchildren Brittany and Chad Blackier; one sister, Olga, Mrs. Rodney Harris
of Blacks Harbour; one sister-in-law, Shirley Whittier of Pennfield; Several
Nieces, Nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by one daughter, Patricia and
one brother, Lewis.
Garvin was a mechanic by trade. He drove a school bus in the
St. George area for many years while employed at Vance's Garage at the same
time. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. Garvin was well
known in the community as a Jack-of-all-trades and always willing to help
others. He will be greatly missed.
By request of the family there will be no visitation. Family
and friends are welcome to attend a memorial service for Garvin to be held on
Tuesday at 2 PM at Calvary United Baptist Church in Blacks Harbour with
Interment in the Blacks Harbour Community Cemetery. For those who wish,
donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to a charity of the donor's
choice would be appreciated by the family.
SOURCE: New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - Feb 25, 2002.
SCOTT,
MELVIN ROY - Peacefully at the Charlotte County Hospital on March 30, 2002
after a lengthy struggle with cancer, Mr. Melvin Roy Scott of Pennfield, husband
of Madeline Averil (McLaughlin) Scott. Born in Honeydale, N.B. on July 14, 1916
he was a son of the late Roy Scott and Flora (Scott) McLaughlin. A loving
husband, father and grandfather he is survived by his wife of 61 years Madeline;
four sons: Eric (Emely) and Claude (Eunice) both of Pennfield, Brian of
Fredericton and and James (Mary) of Blacks Harbour; three daughters: Melva
Murray of Blacks Harbour, Brenda Tucker (Malcolm) of Pennfield and Juliette
Scott of St. Stephen, N.B.; 10 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; two
brothers; three sisters; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was
predeceased by three sons: Stephen, Allan and Larry and by one Grandson Peter.
Melvin worked at Connors Brothers for 27 years as a machine operator. He was a
member of the United Pentecostal Church in Blacks Harbour. He also was a Veteran
of World War II having served four years in the Canadian Army. Melvin loved the
woods and he enjoyed the outdoors especially hunting.
Resting at the United Pentecostal Church in Blacks Harbour
from where the service will be held on Tuesday at 2 P.M. Interment in the Blacks
Harbour Community Cemetery. Visiting hours at the church on Sunday from 7-9 P.M.
and on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #39 will
hold their tribute service on Monday evening at 7 P.M. In Melvins memory,
donations to the Charlotte County Cancer Society or to a charity of the donors
choice would be greatly appreciated by the family. Arrangements in care of the
St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage St., St. George, N.B.
SOURCE: New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - Apr 2, 2002.
SEELEY,
GEORGE AUSTIN - Following a brief illness at the Saint John Regional
Hospital, Saint John, N. B. on May 2, 2002, Mr. George Austin Seeley of 433 Main
Street East, Beaver Harbour, N. B. Born in Saint John on July 3, 1940, he was a
son of the late George and Olga (McNeill) Seeley. A loving father and brother,
George is survived by a daughter, Melody Dawn Seeley of Saint John; one sister,
Lorraine Whittier of Beaver Harbour; four aunts, Grace Leslie of Back Bay;
Bernice Stewart (Merlin) of Blacks Harbour; Elizabeth Hooper of Back Bay and
Helen McDonald of Kingston, Ontario; one uncle, Carroll Daley (Freda) of St.
Stephen; two nephews, one niece and several cousins. He was predeceased by one
brother, Ronald. George had been employed by Connors Brothers in Blacks Harbour
as a Maintenance worker. He also was a skilled and creative metal worker. He was
a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 39 Blacks Harbour. He will be
sadly missed by his many friends.
Resting at the St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage Street,
St. George, N.B. from where the service will be held on Sunday at 2 PM with Rev.
Bruce Alcorn officiating. Interment at the Blacks Harbour Community Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Funeral Home on Saturday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM.
Remembrances in George's memory to the Charlotte County Cancer Society would be
appreciated by the family.
SOURCE: New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - May 4, 2002.
ROSS, DOROTHY ALBERTA - Peacefully at her residence, surrounded by her loving
family, on August 2, 2002, Mrs. Dorothy Alberta Ross of Pennfield, NB, wife of
the late Gerald Charles Ross. Born in Blacks Harbour on October 5, 1928, she was
a daughter of the late Robert and Ethel (Cooke) Stuart. A loving mother and
grandmother, Dorothy is survived by three daughters: Brenda, Mrs. Bedford
Matheson of Pennfield; Marilyn Ross of Beaver Harbour and Kimberly, Mrs. Greg
Gaudett of Blacks Harbour; three grandchildren: Trevor, April and Jessica; two
great grandsons: Tyler and Anthony; one brother, Kenny Stuart of Blacks Harbour;
two sisters: Madeline Gaudet of Pennfield and Pearl Thorne of Ontario; several
nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by one son, Robert; one
daughter, Carolyn and one granddaughter, Melissa. Dorothy had been employed by
Conners Bros. for many years until she retired due to ill health. She enjoyed
being with her family, cooking and swimming.
Resting at her residence, 275 Blacks Harbour Road, Pennfield,
NB, with visiting on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and on Monday from 10 to
11 a.m. The service will be held from Calvary Baptist Church in Blacks Harbour
on Monday at 4:30 p.m. Interment to follow at Blacks Harbour Community Cemetery.
In Dorothy's memory, donations to the Charlotte County Cancer Society or to a
charity of the donor's choice would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements
have been entrusted to the St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage Street, St.
George, NB.
SOURCE: New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - Aug 5, 2002.
JUSTASON,
MYRTLE MARIE - Peacefully, following a brief illness, at the Saint John
Regional Hospital August 16, 2003, Mrs. Myrtle Marie (Griffin) Justason wife of
the late Reginald A. Justason of Blacks Harbour, NB. Born in Grand Manan, NB on
December 2, 1929 she was a daughter of the late Harley and Maude (Zwicker)
Griffin. A loving mother, grandmother and sister she is survived by two sons,
Lanny (Sandra) Justason of Pennfield, and Blair (Sharon) Justason of Westfield;
four grandchildren, Karen (Fred) Brennan of St. George, Kevin (Tammy) Justason
of Pennfield, Danny Justason and Adam Justason both of Westfield; two great
grandchildren Kevin Allan Justason and Jarrod Thomas Brennan; one brother Vance
(Phyllis) Griffin of Wirral, NB several nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides her
husband she was recently predeceased by her special friend John Blagdon, one
brother Clifford Griffin and one sister Helen Elischer.
Resting at the Wesleyan Church in Blacks Harbour from where
the service will be held on Monday at 2:00 pm followed by interment in the
Blacks Harbour Community Cemetery. Visiting on Sunday 2 - 4 pm and 7 - 9
pm. In Myrtle's memory donations to the New Brunswick Heart and Stroke
Foundation, Wesleyan Church Building Fund, or Charity of the donor's choice
would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the St.
George Funeral Home, 26 Portage Street, St. George, NB.
SOURCE: New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - Aug 18, 2003.
ROSS, MARILYN BETH - Lost at sea in the Bay of Fundy, January 23, 2004, Marilyn
Beth Ross of Beaver Harbour, NB.
Born in Blacks Harbour, NB on September 30, 1956, she was a
daughter of the late Gerald C. and Dorothy Alberta (Stuart) Ross. A loving
companion, mother, Nanny and sister, Marilyn is survived by one daughter, April
(Allan) Fraser of Beaver Harbour, NB; two grandchildren, Tyler and Anthony
Fraser, at home; two sisters, Brenda (Mrs. Bedford Matheson) of Pennfield, NB
and Kimberly (Mrs. Gregory Gaudett) of Blacks Harbour, NB; one nephew, Trevor
Gaudett of Pennfield, NB; one niece, Jessica Gaudett of Fredericton, NB; several
aunts, uncles and cousins; and Babe the dog. She was pre-deceased by one
brother, Robert; twin sister, Carolyn; niece, Melissa Munn; and her companion,
Paul Wilson of Maces Bay.
Marilyn was a Quality Control Inspector for Connors Bros.
Ltd, Blacks Harbour, NB for the last 24 years. She loved playing cards, boating
with Paul, socializing and spending summers at Mosquito Lake.
The memorial service planned for February 14 for Marilyn has
been cancelled. Further arrangements will be announced as soon as possible.
Donations in Marilyn’s memory may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice
through the St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage Street, St. George, NB.
SOURCE: St. George Funeral Home Website.
ROSS, MARILYN BETH
- By accident, at Seeley's Cove, NB, on February 11, 2004, Marilyn Beth Ross of
Beaver Harbour, NB.
Born in Blacks Harbour, NB, on September 30, 1956, she was a
daughter of the late Gerald C. and Dorothy Alberta (Stuart) Ross. A loving
companion, mother, Nanny and sister, Marilyn is survived by one daughter, April
(Allan) Fraser of Beaver Harbour, NB; two grandchildren, Tyler and Anthony
Fraser, at home; two sisters, Brenda (Mrs. Bedford Matheson) of Pennfield, NB
and Kimberly (Mrs. Gregory Gaudett) of Blacks Harbour, NB; one nephew, Trevor
Gaudett of Pennfield, NB; one niece, Jessica Gaudett of Fredericton, NB; several
aunts, uncles and cousins; and Babe the dog. She was predeceased by one brother,
Robert; twin sister, Carolyn; niece, Melissa Munn; and her companion, Paul
Wilson of Maces Bay.
Marilyn was a Quality Control Inspector for Connors Bros.
Ltd, Blacks Harbour, NB for the last 24 years. She loved playing cards, boating
with Paul, socializing and spending summers at Mosquito Lake.
The family will be receiving friends at the Wesleyan Church,
Blacks Harbour on Friday, February 20, with visiting from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A
memorial service will be held at the church on Saturday, February 21, at 2 pm
with Rev. Bruce Cheney officiating, followed by interment in the Blacks Harbour
Community Cemetery. Donations in Marilyn's memory may be made to a charity of
the donor's choice through the St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage Street, St.
George, NB.
SOURCE: New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - Feb 18, 2004.
SCOTT, MADELINE AVERIL "Maddie" - Peacefully at the Fundy Nursing
Home, Blacks Harbour NB on March 27, 2007, Mrs. Madeline Averil (McLaughlin)
Scott wife of the late Melvin Roy Scott. Born in Honeydale NB on May 1, 1920 she
was a daughter of the late Harold and Nettie (Scott) McLaughlin. A loving
mother, grandmother and sister she is survived by three sons; Eric (Emely) of
Pennfield NB, Brian of Fredericton NB, James (Mary) of Blacks Harbour, three
daughters; Melva Murray of Blacks Harbour, Brenda (Malcolm) Tucker of Pennfield
and Juliette Scott of St. Stephen NB, 11 Grandchildren, 26 Great grandchildren,
1 great great grandson, 4 brothers; Burns, Charles, Neil and Vance, several
nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides her husband Melvin, she was predeceased by
4 sons; Claude, Stephen, Allan and Larry, one grandson, Peter Scott, 2 brothers;
Adrian and Victor, two sisters; Pearl Merchant and Jenny Hayes.
Maddie worked as a Nurse’s Aid in the health care
profession for a number of years. Finding work at both the Fundy Hospital and
Collingwood Nursing Home. Following her career in the medical field she went to
work for Connor’s Bros. until her retirement. She was an avid knitter and
crocheter and enjoyed quilting and seamstress work.
Resting at the United Pentecostal Church in Blacks Harbour NB
from where the service will be held on Friday at 2:00 pm followed by interment
in the Blacks Harbour Community Cemetery. Visiting at the church on Thursday
from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. In Maddie’s memory donations to a charity of the donor’s
choice would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the care of
the St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage Street, St. George NB.
SOURCE: New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - March 29, 2006 & St. George
Funeral Home website.
JUSTASON, CHARLES "MAURICE" - Peacefully at the
Oromocto Hospital, Oromocto NB on June 6th, 2007, Mr. Charles Maurice Justason, husband of the late Mildred (Seeley) Justason, of
Haneytown NB and formerly of Blacks Harbour NB. Born in Pennfield NB on March
5th, 1919 he was a son of the late Charles Edward and Ethel May (Wilcox)
Justason. A loving father, grandfather and brother he is survived by three sons;
Stephen Justason (Sharon) of Moncton NB, Richard Merrett (Sandy) of Tracy NB and
Michael Merrett (Bonnie) of Geary NB, three daughters; Linda (Donald) Caissie of
Geary, Wanda (Jean-Gui) Ringuette of Haneytown, Karen (Paul) DeWolf of
Fredericton NB, 12 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, 2 brothers; Ernest
Justason of Pocologan NB and Murray Justason (Bonnie) of Sussex NB, two sisters;
Clara McLean of Pocologan and Louise (Arthur) Gillmor of St. George NB and
several nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides his wife Mildred, Maurice was
predeceased by a daughter, Serena, three brothers; Alvin, Lewis and Clarence,
and five sisters; Irene Matthews, Viola Justason, Hazel Corey, Amy Maxwell and
Doris Williams.
Prior to his retirement, Maurice worked for Connor’s Bros. and the Canadian
Corps. Of Commissionaires, where he was employed for 18 years. He loved baseball
and more recently since moving in with his daughter, Wanda, was an avid bingo
player. He also loved the outdoors and spending time at the Lake. He was a
veteran of the Second World War, serving in Newfoundland following his
enlistment.
Resting at the St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage St. St. George NB,
with visiting on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The service will be held on
Friday from the United Pentecostal Church in Blacks Harbour at 2:00 pm with Rev.
Donald McCarty and Rev. Mark Noel officiating, followed by interment at the
Blacks Harbour Community Cemetery. In Maurice’s memory donations made to the
NB Heart and Stroke or the NB Lung Association would be appreciated by the
family.
SOURCE: New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - June 6, 2007 & St. George Funeral Home website.
GAGNE, IRENE FAYE - Peacefully at her residence in Blacks Harbour
NB, surrounded by her family, on October 25, 2007, Mrs. Irene Faye (Bradford)
Gagne, wife of Mr. Louis Joseph Gagne. Born in Blacks Harbour on February 5,
1946, she was a daughter of the late Donald and Cora (Burrell) Bradford. A
loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and ever loving person, Irene is
survived by her husband Louis, two daughters; Rose Collette of Ottawa ON and
Selena (Mark) Bannerman of Barney’s River NS, two sons; Charles "Chuck"
(Erica) Gagne of Fredericton NB, and Chris Gagne (Debbie MacDougall) of Blacks
Harbour, eight grandchildren; Corine, Anne, Cody, Serena, Roman, Tristan, Ashton
and Duncan, two brothers; Freddie (Alice) Bradford of Hampton NB and Donnie
(Evelyn) Bradford of Utopia NB, three sisters; Twilia (Leo) Rhynold of Beaver
Harbour, Judy Bradford (Doreen Booth) of Saint John NB and Dolores (Doug)
Lockhart of Blacks Harbour, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides her
parents, Irene was predecased by three brothers; Harold, Roy and Burrell, four
sisters; Prina Deveau, Stella Steeves, Anne Gaudett and Donaldine McGarrigle.
Irene was employed most of her working life with Connors Bros. in Blacks
Harbour. Through the years, she was very active and involved with numerous
events and organizations throughout her community. She had a special love for
others and loved every person she met. Irene enjoyed gardening and to spend time
with her grandchildren and family. She loved to read the Bible and serving the
Lord. Irene also found pleasure in shopping for gifts for others.
Resting at the Wesleyan Church in Blacks Harbour from where the service will be
held on Monday at 2:00 pm followed by interment in the Blacks Harbour Community
Cemetery. Visiting at the church will be held on Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm
and on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. In Irene’s memory, donations to the
Charlotte County Cancer Society, Canadian Diabetes Association, or a charity of
the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements in the
care of the St. George Funeral Home & Crematorium, 26 Portage
Street, St. George NB.
SOURCE: New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - October 27, 2007
& St. George Funeral Home website.
JUSTASON, KATHLEEN MAE - At the Pine Grove Nursing home, Fredericton
NB on May 16, 2008, Mrs. Kathleen Mae (Stuart) Justason, formerly of Blacks
Harbour NB and wife of the late Percy Justason. Born at Deer Island NB on June
4, 1907, she was a daughter of the late Josephine (Lambert) and Bibber Stuart,
and twin sister of the late Christine Gaudet. A loving mother and grandmother,
she is survived by one daughter, Alice (Harry) Jones of Fredericton, seven
grandchildren; Jeffery Parsons of Fredericton, Derrick Parsons of Sudbury ON,
Linda (Rick) Cross of Fredericton, Debbie (Jim) Dooley of Ellens House NS,
Alicia (Dan) Freeman of Saint John NB, Lori (Brian) Jones-Clark and Brian (Raena)
Jones both of Fredericton, 13 great grandchildren and six great great
grandchildren. She was predeceased by one daughter, Madeline Parsons, one son,
Raymond Justason, sisters; twins, Grace Glennie and Mildred Hawkins, Marion
Lambert, one brother, Chauncy Stuart and several nieces and nephews. Kathleen
was the last surviving member of her immediate family.
Kathleen lived most of her life in Blacks Harbour where she was employed by
Connors Bros. for 60 years, beginning work when she was only 10 years old. She
was a member of the Calvary Baptist United Church and a life member of the
Missionary Society.
The Service will he held from the Calvary United Baptist Church in Blacks
Harbour on Tuesday at 1:00 pm with interment following at Blacks Harbour
Community Cemetery. A reception will he held at the church Vestry following the
interment. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Pine Grove Foundation,
521 Woodstock Road, Fredericton NB E3B 2J2, the Calvary Baptist Church, Blacks
Harbour NB or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements in the care of
the St. George Funeral Home & Crematorium, 26 Portage Street, St.
George NB.
SOURCE: New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - May 19, 2008 &
St. George Funeral Home website.
CONELY, WILLIAM FRANKLIN, Sr. "Bill" –
At Lincourt Manor, St. Stephen, NB on Tuesday, December, 16th, 2008, William Franklin
Conley Sr, husband of Mabel Grace (Watson) Conley of St. Stephen. Born in Leonardville,
NB he is the son of the late William Henry & Udavilla (Wallace) Conley.
Surving in addition to his wife Mabel are his two sons Glenn (Claudine) of
Blacks Harbour, Bill Jr ( Kelly) of St. Stephen, one sister Genevieve Sellars of
Pennfield, two grandchildren Krysten Justason and Jennifer Conley, two great
grandchildren, Sean and Lauryn Justason, several cousins, nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by four brothers and six sisters.
Resting at Humphreys Funeral Home, 20 Marks Street, St. Stephen, NB from where the family will receive friends and relatives during a time
of visitation on Thursday, December, 18th from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 pm.
Friends are welcomed to attend a graveside service on Friday, December 19th,
2008 at 2:00 pm at the Blacks Harbour Community Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations to the Alzheimers Society or Lincourt Manor would
be appreciated by the family.
SOURCE: New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal (Saint John, NB) - December 17, 2008 &
Humphreys' Funeral Home website.
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BUSTARD, CLIFFORD GORDON - It is with great sadness the family
announces the passing of Clifford Gordon Bustard which occurred at his home on Friday, July 31st, 2015. Born 1949, in Woodstock, Carleton Co. NB, he was the son of the late Charles Raymond and Beatrice Helen (Watson) Bustard. Clifford
worked in construction as a carpenter for many years. He was a great cook who loved to fish and Clifford could always tell a good joke.
Clifford is survived by his daughters Angela Hatt (Jamie) of Saint John, Tanya Richard (Mark) of Pennfield, Alisha Richard of Alberta; granddaughters Katelyn and Charley; brothers Rev. Vernon (Judy), Wesley (Joyce), Rev. Arden (Betty
Ann), Eugene, Gary, Rev. Lloyd (Pam) and Rev. Morton (Marilyn); sisters Marie Lloyd, Mildred Patterson (Brent), Carol Ketch, Katherine Williams (Eric), Joanne Post (James), Janice Galbraith (Frank) and Faith Galbraith (Wayne); as well
as several cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Besides his parents, Clifford was predeceased by his brothers Howard, Rev. William and Elmer and sister Hilda Gray.
Arrangements are under the direction of Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road (646-2424) with visitation being held on Monday, August 3rd from 6 to 9 p.m. A Memorial Service will take place at Mission Point First United Pentecostal
Church (130 Mark Dr.) on Tuesday, August 4th at 2 p.m. followed by an interment at Blacks Harbour Cemetery. Donations in memory of Clifford may be made to The Children’s Wish Foundation or to the charity of the donor’s choice.
SOURCE: Fundy Funeral Home website.
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