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MAGEE, Charles W. - There passed to Rest after a very short illness on the 6th day of February at his home in Greenwood, aged 78 years. The late Mr. Magee was a very obliging neighbor, a devoted husband and father, and a man whose quiet and congenial disposition won for him the highest esteem of all who knew him. His passing away leaves a vacancy which cannot well be filled. He never was lacking in sympathy for any good cause and encouraged all such by word and deed. A faithful member of the Lower Aylesford United Church. A large number of relatives and friends, who wished to pay their last tribute of respect to the departed, attended the funeral services, which were conducted at the Greenwood Church by Rev. T. E. MacLennan of the United Church, Aylesford, assisted by Rev. Neilson, pastor of the Tremont Baptist Church. The deceased leaves to mourn loss a sorrowing widow; a family of two daughters, Mrs. Vernon Morse, Kingston; [sic] also three sons, Percy, Everett, Mass.; Archibald, Kingston; and Lester at home. Two sisters also survive; Mrs. John Small, Greenwood; Mrs. Eugene Sanborne, West Roxbury, Mass. From Olive Magee Collection: unidentified newspaper: 1929 penned in.

MARCHANT, Mrs. Ruby A. This lady passed away at her home with her son, Mr. W.B. MARCHANT at Waterville, Kings Co., at 7 o clock on the morning of April 23rd, 1923, aged 85 years and 22 days. She was possessed of a hardy constitution, enjoying excellent health and vigor until a few years ago, when she suffered a shock. This, however, did cause her to give up her daily tasks or deter her energy, and it was only on April 2nd, the day following her birthday that she was taken to her bed for the last illness. Mrs. MARCHANT was a faithful member of the Waterville Baptist Church and was always engaged in helpful work for the Masters Kingdom. She was a daughter of the late Stephen PORTER and Ruby Kinsman THORPE, being born at Woodside, near Canning and was one of a large family. Her surviving family are five sons, W. Burpee MARCHANT, Waterville, N.S.; Arthur N., Moncton, NB; John H., Grafton, NS; Stanley A., Oxford, NS; and George M., East Bridgewater, Mass.; also one daughter, Mrs. C. H. CLARKE, East Bridgewater, Mass (a beloved daughter Mrs. A.V. BOWLES, Waterville, predeceased her three years ago). Also several grandchildren and greet grandchildren. Two brothers are left, Mr. Levi PORTER, Aylesford and Mr. William PORTER, Auburn. The funeral was held on Tuesday 24th. Although the weather was rainy, a large number of sympathizing relatives and friends gathered to pay their last respect. Pastor H. B. CAMP officiated and his address was one of great feeling and consolation, in which he referred to the consecrated Christian Life of the deceased. The Baptist choir led in the singing of hymn, One Sweetly Solemn Thought. The selection, We Shall Shine As the Stars of the Morning, was rendered, also a touching duet, The Lights of Home, by Mrs. H. B. CAMP and Mrs. Eugene BEST. After the service the procession wended its way to Berwick Cemetery, where burial took place, the director being Mr. Pope FOOTE and the pallbearers, Messrs. A.V. BOWLES, Wm. TAYLOR and S. K. FISHER and T. R. LYONS. Gone, but not forgotten. from May 3, 1923 issue of Oxford Journal

MARSHALL, Mrs. Stewart On Friday, 23rd ult., at 2 p.m., a large assemblage of sorrowing friends and neighbors met at the home of Mr. Stewart Marshall, Kingston Village, to pay the last tribute of respect to one greatly loved by all, Mrs. Marshall, who, after an illness of several months, passed away on Wednesday, 21st ult, aged 50 years. The service was conducted by Rev. A. G. Pentz of Aylesford, who spoke very impressively, relating instances under his observation of the splendid characteristics of Mrs. Marshall. He was assisted by Rev. A. W. Cook. Members of the immediate family left to mourn their irreparable loss are: husband, son, Milford, and four daughters, Olive, Mrs. Lester Magee; Marion, Mrs. Kenneth Bowlby; Donna, Mrs. Bertram Morse; Daisy, at home. Others bereaved: mother, Mrs. Odessa Pierce, widow of the late Watson Pierce; two sisters, Mrs. Walter Baker of Kingston Village, and Mrs. Howard Graves of Landid, Sask.; two brothers, William Pierce of North Kingston and Henry, of Kingston Station. Amid masses of beautiful flowers, interment took place at North Kingston Cemetery, where Evangeline Rebekah Lodge, No. 32, assisted at the services. from Olive Magee Collection: unidentified newspaper; Oct 1936 penned in

MERRY, Jackie Thane - 60, Canning, Kings Co., passed away Tuesday, August 2, 2005, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Aldershot, Kings Co., he was a son of Luetta (Donovan) Merry, Kentville and the late Irvil Merry. In his earlier years, he had operated a dozer and backhoe service and also operated his own trucking business, Jack Merry Trucking. He was also employed with the Department of Highways as a part-time employee and later full-time, retiring with over 30 years of service. He was also known as a "jack of all trades" and had an interest in carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, working outdoors and in the barn. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his children and grandchildren. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 40 years, the former Dawn MacBride; daughters, Heather (Andy) Rhynold, Sheffield Mills; Lee-Ann (Fred) North, Medford; sisters, Sandra (Laddie) Cook, Lakewood Road, Kings Co.; Jean (Gene) Hill, Hillaton; Barbara Fitzgerald, Kentville; Margaret (Harold) Smith, Cheverie, Hants Co.; grandchildren, Michael and Haley; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by son, Johnny; grandson, Tyler North. Visitation will be held from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, August 4, in White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, where a funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, August 5, Rev. David Hewitt officiating. A private interment for the immediate family will take place in Habitant Cemetery, Kings County. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. From August 3rd, 2005 issue of Chronicle Herald in Halifax.

MILBURY, Merle Wayne � 64, Victoria Harbour, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2009, in Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Born in Kings County, he was the son of the late Raymond Milbury and Bernice Loomer. Wayne is survived by former wife, Suzan Walker, Ontario; children, William and Monica, as well as a grandson Declan, all of Ontario; sisters and brothers, Ester Doherty, Blackrock; Rodger Milbury, Burlington, Ont.; Wade Milbury, Petawawa, Ont.; Phyllis Loomer, Berwick; Eileen Doherty, Blackrock; Barbara McDougall, Berwick; Steve Loomer, Aylesford; Mary Perkins, Sommerset; Peter Loomer, Aylesford; as well as several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and no visitation by request. A Family service is to be held today at 2 p.m. in the home of Mary and Frank Perkins, 4325 Brooklyn St., Sommerset. Donations in Wayne's memory may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Serenity Funeral Home & Crematorium, PO Box 239, Port Williams, NS, B0P 1T0. Chronicle Herald in Halifax.

MILNE, Brian Calvin "Bumpy" - 59, Kentville, passed away Tuesday, October 4, 2005, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Kentville, he was a son of Calvin and Dorothy (Walker) Milne, Evergreen Home for Special Care, Kentville, formerly of New Minas, Kings Co. He had been employed for 36 years with the family business, Milne's Garage, New Minas. He was proud to have acted as an ambassador to the new Milne Court, New Minas. He had a love for his dogs and enjoyed sports, fishing and collecting fishing rods. Brian was a private person who was most comfortable at work and at home, and enjoyed spending time in his "office"/garage with friends and family. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, the former Helen Horner; daughters, Rhonda (Bob) Bond, Kentville; Andrea (Geoffrey) Creighton, Calgary, Alta.; son, Duncan (Charlotte), Kentville; sister, Charlotte (Gary) Rafuse, New Minas; brothers, Bryce (Sylvia), Grand Pre; Rex (Elizabeth), Yellowknife; mother-in-law, Lola Horner, New Minas; grandchildren, Keegan, Allan, Zoe, Cohen, Ellie, Jacob, Jaden, and Lauren; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation by family request. A funeral service, followed by a reception, will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, October 7, in White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Rev. Robert Billings officiating. Burial will take place in Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, Kings Co. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to The Lung Association. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Wayne Pickett, Dr. Mark Blanchard and the staff of the surgical floor of Valley Regional Hospital for their comfort, care and compassion. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. From Oct.5th, 2005 issue of Chronicle Herald in Halifax.

MILNE (Hancock), Ruby Irene - 75, formerly of New Minas, passed away in the arms of her husband, on Tuesday, August 16, 2005, in the home of Peggy and Eric Silver, Berwick, where Ruby's care had been entrusted for the past two and a half years. Born in Wolfville, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Evelyn (Leary) Hancock. She was a graduate of Wolfville High School, where she was the valedictorian, and later attended commercial school in Bridgewater. She had been employed in Bridgewater and later with her family at R. L. Hancock Grocery Store, Wolfville, until the time of her marriage. She was an adherent of the United Church of St. Paul and St. Stephen, Kentville, where she was a former member of the UCW, New Minas Unit. She had been active with Girl Guides, the New Minas Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, the Kings Historical Society, Meals on Wheels and the former National Campers and Hikers Association, High Tide Drifters Chapter, where she, along with her husband Sam, were appointed the Valley Area Field Directors for 22 years. She received a national citation in recognition of all of her efforts in the NCHA. Ruby was a faithful supporter of her children and grandchildren in all of their endeavours. She especially enjoyed spending time at Risser's Beach, reading, flowers, pine trees and blue jays. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Stanley A. "Sam", New Minas; daughters, Judy, Dartmouth; Marilyn "Mimi" (Marty) Dodge, New Minas; Faye (Terry) Swanburg, Cambridge, Ont.; son, Doug (Sharon), Canada Creek, Kings Co.; sister, Doris "Dorie" Holland (Ed Allain), Shelburne, Ont.; brother, James "Jim" (Dot) Hancock, Wolfville; grandchildren, Megan, Matthew and Melissa Dodge, Tony and Andy Swanburg, Reilly Milne; great-granddaughter, Taylor; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 7-9 p.m. today in White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, where a funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 20, Rev. Dr. Randy Crozsman officiating. A private family burial will take place in Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, Kings Co. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia, Valley Cardiac Rehab Society or a charity of your choice. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the management and staff of Silver's Rest Home, Berwick, for their kindness, care and compassion. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. In Aug.19th, 2005 issue of Chronicle Herald in Halifax

MISNER, George Edward - 73, St. Catharines, Ont., formerly of Chipman Brook, Kings Co., died August 4, 2005, in St. Catharines General Hospital. He was a son of the late Florence and Lester Misner. He is survived by wife, Erma; sons, Paul, St. Catharines, Ont.; Bruce, Red Deer, Alta.; daughter, Linda (Lendall), Atwood, Yarmouth Co.; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brother, Richard (Mary Lou), New Minas; sisters, Elsie (Oran) Hiltz, Ross Corner; Jean (Rod) Reeves, Somerset, Kings Co.; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Downey, and a sister and brother in infancy. Burial will be at a later date in East Black Rock Cemetery. Donations in memory may be made to Black Rock Cemetery Fund or a charity of choice. In Aug.10th, 2005 issue of Chronicle Herald in Halifax.

MOORE, June Beverly - 71, Port Williams, passed away Monday, July 23, 2007, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville with family at her side. Born on April 28, 1936, in Aldershot, she was a daughter of the late Charles Hubert and Lula (Hushen) Moore. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. June was a Visiting Teacher in the church. She was employed at and retired from Scotties (Hostess Foods) in New Minas. She is survived by son, Scott (Alice), Kentville, and grandson, Logan; sisters, Dorothy Daigle and Truth O'Rourke, both of Kentville; brothers, Victory "John" and Richard, both of Kentville; Everette, Coldbrook. She was predeceased by sisters, Jessie, Thelma, Myrtle and Marjorie; brothers, Frederick, George, Harry and Murray. Visitation will be held from 7-9 p.m. Friday, July 27, in White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. The funeral service, followed by a reception, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 28, in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Belcher Street, Kentville, Bishop Charles Spinney officiating. Burial will take place in Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. Chronicle Herald, published July 2007

MORGAN, Dorothy Rollena - 72, Kentville, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2008, at home. Born in Blomidon, she was a daughter of the late Aubrey and Etta (Bennett) Fraser. She is survived by her daughters, Darlene Wentzell, Fredericton; Brenda (Roland) Barrett, Kentville; son, Charles (Pam), New Minas; brothers, Everett (Bessie), Inglisville; Earl (Frances), Tatamagouche; sister, Evelyn, Middleton; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Stephanie, Melissa, Andrew, Aaron, Allison; great-grandchildren, Owen, Manaya, Lucas, Holden, as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Clinton; brothers, Wesley, Maynard, Ralph, Vernon, George, and sisters, Marjorie Barkhouse and Eileen Morgan. Cremation has taken place and no visitation by request. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, August 2, at 2 p.m. in the Pereau Cemetery with Rev. Ellen Hunt officiating. Donations in Dorothy's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Victorian Order of Nurses. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Serenity Funeral Home & Crematorium, P.O. Box 239, Port Williams, NS B0P 1T0. from July 15th, 2008 issue of the Chronicle Herald, Halifax.

MORINE, Dorothea Jewel � 80. It is with sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Jewel, wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great- grandmother on Wednesday, August 19, 2009, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Canning, she was a daughter of the late Cleaveland and Ethel (Manual) Porter. She was residing the last year in, first, the Annapolis Royal Nursing Home and most recently in Grand View Manor, Berwick. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Eric C. Morine, Middleton; brother, Winfred , Grand View Manor, (Shirley), Lawrencetown, Annapolis Co.; sisters, Helen (Jack) Andrew, Kelowna, B.C.; Blanche Jess, Port Williams; along with many nieces and nephews; sons, Kenneth (Kathy), Cleveland, Cape Breton; Gary (Marcia), Lower Sackville; daughter, Bonnie (Bob), Nictaux; grandchildren, Kelly (James), Tracy, Lauren, Richard, Tricia (Dale), Aiden (Melissa), Michael, Janet (Peter), Joanne (Angus) and Adam (Rachel), and great-grandchildren, Camryn, Zacary and Lochlan. As a homemaker, she took great pride in her gardens and keeping a neat home. She enjoyed visits and calls from her family and special friends. A sincere thank you goes out to the compassionate care and dedication of the staff of the nursing homes and Valley Regional Hospital ER. Cremation has taken place under the direction of White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville. There will be no visitation, by request. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date in Hillaton Cemetery, Kings County. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to the Grand View Manor, or Annapolis Royal Nursing Home. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville. From Chronicle Herald, Halifax.

MORSE (MARSHALL), Mrs. Bertram GREENWOOD SQUARE - Mrs. Donna M. (Marshall) Morse passed away suddenly Saturday evening, December 1, at the V. G. Hospital, Halifax, following surgery.Born at North Kingston, September 16, 1915, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs Stuart Marshall, she attended school at Kingston Village. On June 5, 1935, she married Mr. Morse and went to Harmony to reside. Mrs. Morse was a member of the United Baptist Church, Harmony, and took an active part in all church and community efforts. Those left to mourn are husband Bertram; five sons, Donald, Harlan, Raymond, Douglas and Vance, all at home; six daughters, Joyce (Mrs. George Charlton) Torbrook; Ardith (Mrs. George Noble) Wilmot; Winnifred, Florence, Cheryl and Rose at home, and five grandchildren; also three sisters, Olive (Mrs. Lester Magee) Greenwood; Marion (Mrs. Kenneth Bowlby) Kingston Village; Daisie (Mrs. Albert Spinney) Greenwood; brother Milford Marshall, Kingston Village. Funeral services were held from the United Baptist Church, Harmony, Tuesday afternoon. Rev. D. F. McDormand conducted the service, assisted by Rev. Howard McCormick. The choir sang "Good Night and Good Morning" and "In The Garden". Mr. McCormick sang "How Great Thou Art". Interment was in the family plot, North Kingston. Pallbearers were Francis Spinney, Lester Collins, Roy Ward, Clayton Johnson, Guilford Saunders and Glen Stoddart. from Olive Magee Collection: unidentified newspaper; undated.

MYLES, Blanche May - 74, Grand Pr�, Kings Co. It is with deep sadness the family announce her peaceful passing surrounded by her family, friends and pets on Friday, July 11, 2008, at home. Born in Billtown, Kings Co., she was a daughter of the late Roy and Reta (Steele) Magee. She enjoyed spending time with her family and many friends, especially entertaining within her home, giving her the opportunity to cook for others. She enjoyed music and attending variety shows. She was a woman of abundant love, humour, kindness, compassion and generosity. She is survived by daughters, Linda, Grand Pr�; Anna (Michael) Pitre, Bear River; Wendy, Grand Pr�; son, Kenneth, Kingston; sisters, Grace (Harley) Corkum, Halls Harbour; Dorothy (Herman) Valdron, North Bay, Ont.; grandchildren, Jodie, Alicia, Krista and Holly; great-grandchildren, Haylie, Kaitlyn, Madison, Donovan and Carter; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, Donald; brothers, Ralph and Earl. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held from 7-9 p.m. today in White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, where the funeral service, followed by a reception, will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 15, Rev. Ellen Hunt officiating. Burial will take place in Lower Horton Cemetery, Grand Pr�. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to Forest Hill Baptist Church, the Canadian Cancer Society, Canadian Diabetes Association or Chrysalis House Society. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. from July 14th, 2008 issue of Chronicle Herald, Halifax.




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