"D" Obituaries
DALEY,
Helen Louise - 94, Tideview Terrace, passed away May 7, 2006, at home. Born
in Sandy Cove, Digby Co., she was a daughter of the late Guy and Jessie
(Saunders) Morehouse. Helen worked at DRHS for 20 years. She was an avid golfer
and was the past president of the Digby Ladies Golf Club. She also bowled,
curled and square danced. Helen was an avid bridge player in Digby. She was a
member of Trinity Anglican Church and was a member of the choir for over 50
years. She was a past president of the Zelma Rebekah Lodge. She was a member of
the New Horizon Club for Seniors and the Lionettes. She was the last surviving
member of her immediate family. Surviving are her daughters, Laura (Mrs.
Roderick Robicheau), Digby; Peggy (Mrs. Alston Alpine), Digby; sons, Richard
(Inez) Daley, Digby; Douglas (Myrna) Daley, Fredericton, N.B.; grandchildren,
Darren Daley, Digby; Stacey (Charmaine) Daley, Tantallon; Trudy (Laurie Goulden)
Daley, Dartmouth; Spencer (Jennifer Sims) Daley, Digby; Margot (John) Spurway,
Fredericton, N.B.; Michael (Cathy) Daley, Digby; David (Carolyn) Daley,
Fredericton, N.B.; Kimberley (Nils) Mathieson, Fredericton, N.B.; Kelly
(Gregory) Tidd, Little River; Lisa (Justin) Derosiers, Halifax; Katie Robicheau,
Digby; Troy Robicheau, Digby; Angela MacAlpine, Halifax; Scott MacAlpine,
Fredericton, N.B.; 17 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was
predeceased by her husband, David Daley; sisters, Theta Spielman, Nancy Denton,
Laura Demming, Edith Cookson; brothers, Guy Morehouse, Paul Morehouse, Roscoe
Morehouse; nephew, Stephen Demming; granddaughter-in-law, Kimberley Daley.
Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday in Jayne's Funeral Home, 7 Birch St., Digby.
Funeral service 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in Trinity Anglican Church, Digby, Rev. Tom
Vaughn officiating. Interment in Forest Hills Cemetery, Digby. Donations may be
made to Trinity Anglican Church, P.O. Box 1433, Digby, NS B0V 1A0. On-line
condolences may be sent to: [email protected]
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Published: May 8, 2006
DAVID, Amedee Eli - 78, Arichat, Richmond County, died December 26, 1992, in St. Anne Centre, Arichat. Born in Arichat, he was a son of the late Freddie and Marie Elizabeth (Scanlan) David. He was a member of Our Lady of Assumption Church, Arichat. He is survived by his wife, the former Margaret Richard; two daughters, Marie Elizabeth, Ann, both of Port Hawkesbury; four sons, Gerald, Arichat; Ulysses, Petit De Grat, Richmond County; Clarence, Poirierville, Richmond County; Alfred, Pondville, Richmond County; three sisters, Mrs. Cecil
Boudreau, Arichat; Mary Rose Sampson, Elizabeth Landry, both of L'Ardoise; two brothers, Joseph,
Alzear, both of Arichat; 15 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by three sisters, Mary Louise, Delima, Evangeline; brother, Dominique. The body is in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat, visiting
9 10:30 a.m. today. Funeral will be 11 a.m. today in Our Lady of Assumption Church, Rev. Hugh MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery. Donations may be made to St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre or
Strait Richmond Hospital.
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Published: 12/28/92
DAVID, Ernest Elzear - 75, Arichat, Richmond County, died June 1, 1993, at home. Born in Petit de Grat, he was a son of the late Alfred and Elizabeth (Scanlan) David. He is survived by his wife, the former Blanche Middleton; daughter, Linda (Mrs. Danny Latimer), Arichat; son, Ronnie, Arichat; three sisters, Rose (Mrs. Clyde Sampson), Elizabeth Landry, both of L'Ardoise, Cecil Boudreau, Arichat; brother, Joe, Arichat; a granddaughter. He was predeceased by three sisters, Evangeline, Mary Louise, Delima; two brothers, Dominique, Amedee. Visitation will be 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral will be 1 p.m. today in Our Lady of Assumption Church, Arichat, Rev. Hughie D. MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery. Donations may be made to St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat.
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Published: 06/03/93
DAVID, Simon Godfrey - 75, Petit De Grat, Richmond County, died December 30,
1992, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Petit De Grat,
he was a son of the late Joseph and Maria (Boudreau) David. He is survived
by three daughters, Mary Rose (Mrs. Gordon Pardy), Marie (Mrs. Harold Samson),
both of Petit De Grat; Cecile (Mrs. Bernard Sampson), Little Dover; three
brothers, Bernard, Arthur, Amedee, all of Petit De Grat; 12 grandchildren;
a great-grandchild. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Elizabeth
Boudreau; three brothers, Joseph, Clifford, Willie; two sisters,
Evangeline, Connie; grandson, Gordon Pardy Jr. The body has been cremated.
A memorial service will be 2 p.m. today in St. Joseph Church, Petit De Grat,
Rev. Allan MacMillan officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Star
of the Sea Cemetery, Petit De Grat. Arrangements are under the direction
of C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home Ltd., Arichat.
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Published: 12/31/92
DAWE, Alice Genevieve -
89, of 36 Wentworth Circle, Eastern Passage, formerly of South Bar, Sydney,
passed away in Roseway Hospital, Sandy Point, Shelburne Co., on April 14,
2006. Born in South Bar, Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Mark and
Martha Winnifred (Gouthro) Young. She was the last surviving member of her
immediate family. She lived with her daughter, Winnie, in Eastern Passage for 20
years. She worked at St. Theresa's Convent in Sydney and was a member of
the Catholic Women's League. She was an avid reader and loved bowling and
doing crossword puzzles. She is survived by sons, James (Margaret), Sable River;
Ronald (Linda), Comox, B.C.; Terrence (Sandra), Edmonton, Alta.; Harold
(Louise), Osyoosis, B.C.; Kenneth (Betty), South Bar, Cape Breton; Robert,
Kelowna, B.C.; daughters, Winnie (Leon) Roy, Eastern Passage; Sharon Doke,
Whitehorse, Yukon; 26 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She
was predeceased by her husband, Harold; brothers, Myles, Benjamin, Thomas
and Russell; sisters, Rose and Winnie. There will be a memorial mass in St.
Andrew's Roman Catholic Church, Eastern Passage, Friday, April 21, at 10
a.m. with Father Gerald David officiating, and a memorial mass in St.
Alphonsus Church, Low Point, Cape Breton, on Monday, April 24, at 11 a.m. with
Father Will MacPherson officiating. Ashes to be interred in St. Alphonsus
Church Cemetery in Low Point. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to
a charity of choice. Arrangements are under the direction of H.M.
Huskilson's Funeral Home, Shelburne.
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Published: April 19, 2006
DAWE, Myrtle Jean - 96, Halifax, died peacefully in her sleep on June 26, 2006. Born June 10, 2006, in North Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Annie (Sparkes) and George Rowe. She was a former resident of Sydney Mines and moved to Halifax 15 years ago. She had resided at The Berkeley Halifax for 10 years. Jean was an accomplished pianist and loved music. She was a member of Carmen United Church, Sydney Mines, where she taught Sunday school, was a member of the U.C.W. and a life member of the choir. Family, friends and faith were important to her. She was predeceased by her husband, Charlie (1974); her son-in-law, Ken; her granddaughter, Heather; her sisters, Gladys Pike (North Sydney), Louise MacDonald (Sydney River); brother, Leslie Rowe (North Sydney), and a brother in infancy. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce MacKenzie, Halifax; her son, Jim (Barb), Vernon, B.C.; grandchildren, Scott (Donna), Spryfield; Kim (Vaughn), Dartmouth; Pam (Ken), Halifax; Paul (Laurie), Bedford; Doug (Kris), Kanata, Ont.; Jane (Alan), North Vancouver, B.C.; and by 15 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. No visitation by request. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service at The Berkeley Halifax on Tuesday, July 4, at 10:30 a.m., Rev. Heather Hemming officiating. Burial of ashes at a later date in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. Donations to Carmen United Church, Sydney Mines, or a charity of choice. Arrangements are entrusted to J.A. Snow Funeral Home. E-mail condolences to: [email protected]
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Published: June 28, 2006
DEAGLE, John R. -
72, Strathlorne, Inverness County, formerly of Inverness, died April 2, 1994, at
home. Born in Inverness, he was a son of the late Simon and Katherine (Myrah)
Deagle. He was a member of Stella Maris Church, Inverness and worked for
the Department of Highways for 29 years. He is survived by his wife, Mary
Margaret; five daughters, Clare Gracewood, New Brunswick; Tena Larson, Cathy
Deagle, both of Nova Scotia; Janice AuCoin, Inverness; Sandra Cripps,
Saskatchewan; six sons, Lawrence W., Guysborough; Raymond A., Kevin S.,
Campbell H., Walter G., all of Inverness; James M., Halifax; three sisters, Lena
Coffrin, Sadie MacPherson, both of Boston, Mass.; Margaret Beaton,
Inverness; 18 grandchildren. He was predeceased by three sisters, Dolly,
Emma, Flossie; three brothers, Lawrence, James, Billy. Visitation will be 2-4,
7-9 p.m. today in the Inverness Funeral Home. Funeral will be 2 p.m.
Wednesday in Stella Maris Church, Rev. Robert MacNeil officiating. Burial
will be in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to any
charity.
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Published: 04/05/94
DeBAIE (Palmer), Melda Margaret - 80, Porters Lake, formerly of Owls Head,
Halifax Co., passed away peacefully in Twin Oaks Hospital on May 2, 2006.
She was a wonderful mother, mother-in-law, a great sister, friend, and
loving grandmother. Mom loved music, singing, and spending time with family and
friends. Mom was a long-time employee of the City of Dartmouth as a school
bus monitor. She was a daughter of the late John and Etta (Weeks) Palmer.
Mom is survived by sons, Kirk (Loretta) Newcombe, Newfoundland; Barry (Verna)
Newcombe, Porters Lake; Merlin (Debbie), Dartmouth; Bruce (Yvette),
Dartmouth; daughters, Cathy (Jim), Dartmouth; Margo (Barry) Tibbo, Porters
Lake; sisters, Marcella Fahie, Ship Harbour; Nona Siteman, Lower Ship Harbour;
Marie Stevens, Eastern Passage; the loves of her life, her 10
grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Mom was predeceased by her
husband, Earl; son, Carson; brother, John; sisters, Deborah Marks, Doris Eisan.
We would like to thank Dr. R. Machado, Dr. B. Izzard, and the nurses and
staff at Twin Oaks Hospital for the great care they gave Mom. Cremation
has taken place. A memorial service will be held on May 27 at 11 a.m. in
St. Matthew's Church, Owls Head, Halifax Co. Committal in the church
cemetery, Rev. Paul C. Findlay officiating. Family flowers only. Memorial
donations may be made to the St. Matthew's Church Fund or Twin Oaks
Hospital. Dear Mom, you have given us your love of life, you have been an
inspiration, and will continue to be as you live on in and through us;
your example of courage, spirit and strength will remain forever in our hearts.
You are our past, present and our future.
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Published: May 6, 2006
DeCOSTE, Anna Regina -
75, Arichat, Richmond Co., died January 31, 1996, in Strait Richmond
Hospital, Evanston. Born in Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Alfred
and Cecile (Landry) DeWolfe. She was a member of Royal Canadian Legion
branch 150 Arichat Ladies Auxiliary. Surviving are daughter, Shirley (Mrs.
Billy Britten), Arichat; son, Leonard, Arichat; sisters, Mildred (Mrs.
Helaire Boudreau), Halifax; Mrs. Talida Boucher, Arichat; brothers,
Albert, Arichat; Leon, Quebec; four grandchildren; a great-grandchild. She
was predeceased by her husband, Jeffrey; daughter, Mary Emily; sister,
Clothilda. Visitation 12:30-1:30 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home,
Arichat. Funeral 2 p.m. today in Our Lady of Assumption Church, Arichat,
Rev. Hughie D. MacDonald officiating. Burial in parish cemetery. Donations
to Canadian Cancer Society or Strait Richmond Hospital.
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Published: 02/01/96
DELANEY, Diana Rees - 61, a resident of Boisdale, passed away on October 7, 2006, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Diana was born in Maccan on January 13, 1945, and was a daughter of the late Vernon "Tip" and Mary Rees. Diana lived a rich life filled with honour. Diana's quiet determination and passion for life made her an excellent friend, a beautiful wife and mother, a successful and professional business person. Diana fought a courageous battle with cancer. She never stopped trying to defeat her illness in spite of tremendous challenges. Her beautiful mysterious smile, strength of character and faith in God inspired all who knew her, friends, family, business and medical professionals who tried to help her beat her illness. We find it hard to understand why she had to leave us but she is now safe with Jesus and her new home. Diana worked hard raising her family and furthering her education. She graduated from Université du Moncton in 1996 with a B.Ed. and from UCCB in 1999 with a BACS. She worked for the Department of Community Services, Sydney until her illness caused her to leave in 1999. Diana was community oriented, volunteering as a first responder and chaplain with the Boisdale Fire Department, VON seniors program, St. Andrews Parish first communion catechist, Chaplain at Harbourview and Northside General Hospitals, Church reader and cancer campaign coordinator over the years. She was always ready to give herself to others. Diana was predeceased by son, Richard Vernon Murphy. She is survived by her loving husband and best friend, Leonard Delaney; daughter, Carla Murphy (Bill), Sydney; son, Gordon Murphy (Allison), Sydney; sisters, Phyllis (Bud) Ward, Arelac, N.B.; Marie (Jim) O'Brien, Halifax; brothers, Joseph (Gertie) Anderson, New Glasgow; Bill (Maree) Rees, Houston, Tex.; her extended family of stepchildren, Ron, Brenda, Michelle and Kevin; her pride and joy, grandchildren, Emma Lauren Nicituk, Magan and Brooklyn Martin, Kendall and Lindsey Delaney. No visitation by request. A funeral mass will be celebrated 3 p.m. Thursday in St. Andrews Church, Boisdale with Rev. Charles Donovan officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. A reception will be held at Boisdale Fire Hall following the services. Memorial donations can be made to the Cape Breton Cancer Centre at the Regional Hospital. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. On-line condolences may be sent to: [email protected]
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Published: October 10, 2006
DELANEY, Johanna Hilda (Josie) - 79, Rosemeade Avenue, Halifax, died July
27, 1995, in Camp Hill Medical Centre. Born at Charlos Cove, Guysborough
Co., she was a daughter of the late Abraham and Martha (Levangie) Gerrior.
She was an avid card player and enjoyed her nights out with her card playing
friends. Surviving are sons, Joseph, Dennis, Halifax; grandchildren,
Bryan, Brenda, D.J., Darren, Halifax; two great-grandchildren; many nieces
and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Samuel Simon; sisters, Mary
Sampson, Tossie Mae Richard, Liza Jane Pellerine; brothers, Joseph, Simon,
Thomas, Abraham, James. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Snow's Funeral
Home, Windsor Street, Halifax. Funeral 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Stephen's Church,
Normandy Drive, Halifax, Rev. Boudreau officiating. Burial in Gate of
Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Family flowers only. Donations to Heart
and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.
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Published: 07/28/95
DELANEY, Louis Philip - 77, Scotsville, Inverness County, died March 10,
1994, in Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital, Inverness. Born in
Grand Etang, Inverness County, he was a son of the late Marcellin and Mary
Mae (Landry) Delaney. He was a member of St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church,
South West Margaree. He worked for the Department of Highways for 25 years
until his retirement. He is survived by his wife, the former Mary Jane
Arsenault; two daughters, Madonna, Scotsville; Pauline, East Margaree; four
sons, Leonard, Toronto; Douglas, Pictou; Raymond, Whycocomagh; Marvin,
Scotsville; four sisters, Edna (Mrs. William MacDonald), Whycocomagh;
Margaret (Mrs. Archie Neil Chisholm), Margaree; Wilfredine (Mrs. Calist
Tompkins), East Margaree; Marie Helene, Halifax; three brothers, Gerald,
Wilfred, both of Grand Etang; Johnny, Boston; four grandchildren. He was
predeceased by his sister, Annie Rose; four brothers, Arthur, Manuel,
Patrick, Alphonse. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Inverness
Funeral Home, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in St. Joseph DeMoine Roman Catholic
Church, where funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, Rev. Basil Boudreau
officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery. Donations may be made to
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or any charity.
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Published: 03/12/94
DELANEY, Marie Bella - 76, St. Joseph du Moine, Inverness County, died
August 30, 1994, at home. Born in St. Joseph du Moine, she was a daughter
of the late Patrick E. and Luce (Romard) Gaudet. She was a member of St.
Joseph's Church, St. Joseph du Moine; New Horizons Senior Citizens Club and Our
Lady of St. Anne's Society. She is survived by her husband, Joseph S.; two
sons, Roger, Terre Noire, Inverness County; Chester, Cheticamp; two
daughters, Ethel (Mrs. Paul Hache), Grand Etang, Inverness County; Sylvia (Mrs.
Joseph William AuCoin), Cheticamp; 10 grandchildren; three
great-grandchildren. She was prede- ceased by a daughter, Marie Zelina.
Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. tonight, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Thursday in Cheticamp Funeral
Home. Funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Friday in St. Joseph's Church, Rev.
Martin MacDougall officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery.
Donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Sacred
Heart Hospital Charitable Foundation.
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Published: 08/31/94
DELANEY, Joseph S. - 79, St. Joseph du Moine, died February 7, 1996, in
Sacred Heart Hospital, Cheticamp. Born in Cap LeMoine, he was a son of the
late Hypolite and Marie (AuCoin) Delaney. He was a member of St. Joseph's
Church, St. Joseph du Moine. He worked as a janitor at St. Joseph du Moine
School for 27 years until retirement. He was an active member of Royal
Canadian Legion branch 32 and KOC Council 3850. He was a member and past
president of St. Joseph's Senior Citizen's Club. He was also the founder and
owner of Joe's Scarecrow Village at St. Joseph du Moine, Inverness Co.
Surviving are sons, Roger, Chester, St. Joseph du Moine; daughters, Ethel
(Mrs. Paul Hache), Grand Etang; Sylvia (Mrs. Joseph William AuCoin), Cheticamp;
brothers, Amedee, Waltham, Mass.; Paul Alphonse, Arthur, New York; Lionel,
St. Joseph du Moine; sisters, Helen Mulqueen, New Jersey; Annie Rose Ginty,
Las Vegas; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. He was predeceased
by his wife, Bella; daughter, Marie Zelina; grandson, Billy. Visitation
2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Cheticamp Funeral Home. Funeral 2 p.m. Saturday in
St. Joseph's Church, St. Joseph du Moine, Rev. Martin MacDougall
officiating. Cremation to follow. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or
Sacred Heart Hospital charitable foundation.
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Published: 02/09/96
DELANEY, Samuel Simon - 75, Halifax, died July 4, 1994, in the Halifax
Infirmary. Born in Cap Le Moyne, Inverness County, he was a son of the
late Dennis and Mary (Aucoin) Delaney. He was a veteran of the Second
World War and a member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 25. He was employed as a
chief engineer at the Halifax Dockyard, serving for 41 years with
recognition for loyal service. He is survived by his wife, the former
Johanna (Josie) Gerrior; son, Dennis, Halifax; stepson, Joseph Gerrior, Cape
Breton; four grandchildren; two great-grandsons; five sisters, Rita Deveau,
Halifax; Bernadette Buckles, Margaret MacPherson, Lucy Piche, all of Cape
Breton; Annie Rose Kline, Long Island, N.Y.; two brothers, Miles, Willie Joe,
both of Ontario; a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will
be 7-9 p.m. tonight, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday in Snow's Funeral Home,
Windsor Street, Halifax. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Stephen's
Church, Halifax. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower
Sackville. Donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova
Scotia or Royal Canadian Legion.
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Published: 07/05/94
DeLONG,
Dorothy Hilda Mae "Dot" - As a young teen, Dorothy placed her
trust in the Lord Jesus Christ for forgiveness and salvation, and at that time
received everlasting life from Him. After she had faithfully lived for Him
through almost 80 years since that day, He called her home on May 6, 2006, just
short of her 93rd birthday, to spend the rest of eternity in His presence. She
was born in Halifax, a daughter of the late William Edward and Fanny (Hill)
Isnor. Over the years, she served the Lord, especially through her gifts of
music, in Central Baptist Church, Bible Baptist Church and Sackville Independent
Baptist Church. She was a faithful wife and mother, grandmother and
great-grandmother. She is survived by her daughter, Lynnette (Ian) MacDonald,
Porters Lake; son, Murray (Bea), Dartmouth; 13 grandchildren; 11
great-grandchildren; brother, Albert C. Isnor; sister, Audrey Dunham, and
several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by husband, Frank; son, Bill.
Visitation will be in J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax, on
Tuesday, May 9, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service on Wednesday, May 10, at
10 a.m., Pastor John Dodd officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery. Family
flowers only please. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Renal Dialysis
Unit, QEII Health Sciences Centre.
Published: May 8, 2006
DeLORY, Richard Paul "Dick" - Passed away September 24, 2006, in the VG Site, QEII, Halifax. Born in Georgetown, P.E.I. on November 2, 1929, he was a son of the late Fred and Cecilia DeLory. He is survived by his wife, Beverly; daughters, Shirley Ly (Don), Toronto, Ont.; Paulette Taylor (Alan), Montague, P.E.I.; sons, Douglas (Brenda) and Albert, Halifax; sisters, Bernice, Georgetown, P.E.I.; Sheila, Halifax; brothers, Fred, Toronto, Ont.; Maurice (Mike), Bridgewater; John and Cullen, Halifax. He was predeceased by brother, Ben (Charlottetown, P.E.I.). He enjoyed his grandchildren, Matthew, Jenny and Daniel Taylor, and Emma and Samantha DeLory. Dick retired as a director at Nova Scotia Power after a successful career as a professional engineer. Widely considered an expert in tidal and thermal power generation, his talents had him travel throughout the world. He will be remembered as a loving family man that most enjoyed family and friends. He was a faithful member of St. Pius X Parish in Fairview where he resided for over 45 years. He will be greatly missed by his family and many, many friends. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd., Halifax. Funeral service 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 27, in St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church, 165 Coronation Ave., Halifax. Committal service 2 p.m. Friday, September 29, in St. James Cemetery, Georgetown, P.E.I. If desired, donations to a charity of choice. On-line condolences may be made through:
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Published: September 26, 2006
d'ENTREMONT, Alban Reuben -
85, Middle West Pubnico, died January 12, 1995, in Yarmouth Regional
Hospital. Born in West Pubnico, he was a son of the late Joseph Urbain and
Arthenese (d'Eon) d'Entremont. He was a veteran of the Second World War
and a retired fish plant worker. He was a member of Royal Canadian, branch
66, West Pubnico and New Horizons Club, West Pubnico. Surviving are a
sister, Erite Boudreau, Wedgeport; Rosabelle (Mrs. Fidelis d'Entremont),
Middle West Pubnico. He was predeceased by a sister, Leonice LeBlanc.
Visitation will be 9 a.m.-9 p.m. today, 9-9:30 a.m. Saturday in West
Pubnico Funeral Home. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Peter's
Church, Rev. Gaston Ouelette officiating. Burial in parish cemetery. Donations
to any charity.
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Published: 01/13/95
d'ENTREMONT, Anne Emily -
85, Yarmouth, died June 29, 1993, in Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born in
Brooklyn, Yarmouth County, she was a daughter of the late Louis and Mary
(Boudreau) Gaudet. She is survived by three daughters, Joyce d'Entremont,
Beaver River; Janet Brittain, Halifax; Lorraine McGarrahan, Yarmouth;
three sons, Arthur, Regina Beach; Frederick, Brooklyn; Ray- mond, Saint
John, N.B.; sister, Jennie Churchill, Port Maitland; 13 grandchildren; six
great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Louis. Visitation
will be 7-9 p.m. tonight, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Thursday in Sweeny's Funeral Home,
Yarmouth, where prayers will be 8 p.m. Thursday. Funeral will be 10 a.m.
Friday in St. Ambrose Cathedral, Rev. Clarence Thibeau officiating. Burial
will be in Our Lady of Calvary Cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian
Cancer Society.
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Published: 06/30/93
d'ENTREMONT, Delisle Cyriac -
81, Lower West Pubnico, died June 16, 1993, in Yarmouth Regional Hospital.
Born in Lower West Pubnico, he was a son of the late Toussiant and Odessa
(Surette) d'Entremont. He was a boat builder. He is survived by three
sons, Paul, Jimmy, Harland, all of Lower West Pubnico; two daughters,
Norma (Mrs. Maynard Amirault), Lower West Pubnico; Lorraine (Mrs. Brian
Banks), Shag Harbour, Shelburne County; three sisters, Anna d'Eon, Villa
St. Jospeh du Lac, Yarmouth; Helene d'Entremont, Lower West Pubnico; Sadie
Surette, Wedgeport; 11 grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers,
Lawrence, Nary; two sisters, Dina Boudreau, Idella Babin. Visitation will
be 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday in West Pubnico Funeral Home, Middle West
Pubnico. Funeral will be 3 p.m. Saturday in St. Peter's Church, Middle West
Pubnico, Rev. Ulysse LeBlanc officiating. Burial will be in St. Peter's
Cemetery. Donations may be made to West Pubnico Ambulance.
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Published: 06/18/93
d'ENTREMONT, Delphin Ambroise - 64, West Pubnico, died June 10, 2006, in Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born in Lower West Pubnico, he was a son of Jeanette (d'Entremont) d'Entremont, Lower West Pubnico, and the late Ambroise Joseph d'Entremont. He was a carpenter by trade but later owned and operated Dels Home Hardware in West Pubnico from where he retired. He is survived by his wife, the former Karen Edna Goreham; son, Avery (Donna), Middle West Pubnico; stepdaughters, Rose (Robert) d'Entremont, Middle West Pubnico; Gail (Jason), West Pubnico; Sonia (Rejean), Robert's Island; brothers, Coral (Nora), Joey, both of Lower West Pubnico; Henri (Anne), Middle West Pubnico; Simon, Pubnico; sisters, Lucine Surette, Middle West Pubnico; Alice (Franklyn) d'Entremont, Lillian (Wayne) D'Eon, Betty (Ken) d'Entremont and Adrienne (Herman) Belliveau, all of Lower West Pubnico; grandchildren, Jamie, Donovan, Desirée, Réjeanne, Arielle. He was predeceased by first wife, Yvette Marie d'Entremont; brother, Eugene; sisters, Appoline and Abigail. Visitation will be today from 4-9 p.m. and Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in West Pubnico Funeral Home, Middle West Pubnico. Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 3 p.m. in St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Middle West Pubnico, Msgr. Gerald LeBlanc officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, The Lodge that Gives or Canadian Diabetes Association. Del fought a long, hard battle with cancer with great courage and determination. His favourite time of the year was spring, bringing new life springing forth in the gardens. He loved the ocean and spending time on his boat around the Tusket Islands. He had a great passion for music and started out playing Grandmére's piano at a very early age and later bass and guitar. He played in the bands the Galexies, Harmony and later The Wednesday Night Players. Del's basement became a pool hall twice a week when he would gather with his friends for a good game of pool. Del's home was always open to all his friends and family for music, laughter and a good game of cards.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: June 12, 2006
DEON, Anthony Lewis (Tony) - 76, Pomquet, died February 11, 1998, at home. Born in Pomquet, he was a son of the late Gregor
and Louise (Venedam) Deon. He was a carpenter and former employee of D.J. Floyd Construction Co., Antigonish. He served in
the Navy and was a member of Holy Cross Men's Club. Surviving are his wife, the former Claire Delorey; daughters, Carol (Leo)
MacDonald, Darlene, both of Pomquet; daughter-in-law, Sheila, Pomquet; sons, Anthony (Bernice), Douglas (Sharon), both of
Pomquet; Jerome (Ann), Antigonish; Kenneth (Vicky), Lower South River; sisters, Mary (Fred) Melanson, Irene (Jim) MacLean,
both of Pomquet; Gladys (Sandy) MacNeil, Mabou; brother, Martin, Sudbury, Ont.; half-sisters, Madelaine (Ambrose) Rogers,
Black Avon; Loretta (Ernie) Brennan, Betty, both of Boston; stepsister, Mary Letourneau, Thunder Bay; stepbrother, George,
Toronto; half-brothers, John, Gerry, both of Pomquet; Albert, Mississauga; 12 grandchildren. He was predeceased by son,
Martin; brothers, Charlie, Arthur; sisters, Theresa, Josephine; half-brother, Bernard; stepbrother, Joseph T. Visitation will
be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in MacIsaac Funeral Home, Antigonish. Funeral 10:30 a.m. Saturday in Ste. Croix Church, Pomquet, Rev.
Peter Baccardax officiating. Burial at a later date in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Heart and
Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 02/13/98
DEON, Francis Peter - 67,
Pomquet, Antigonish Co., died October 26, 1995, in St. Martha'a Regional
Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Pomquet, he was a son of the late John and
Annie (Boudreau) Deon. He was a retired carpenter, having worked for Floyd
Construction Co., Ltd., Antigonish, for over 20 years. Surviving are his
wife, the former Florence Rita Benoit; daughters, Barbara (Mrs. Stewart
Hargraves), Antigonish; Louise (Mrs. Roger Faucault), Bathurst, N.B.;
Joanne (Mrs. Barry Chynn), Halifax; Marie, at home; sons, Robert, Joseph,
both of Pomquet; sisters, Jane (Mrs. Wilfred Melong), Halifax; Irene (Mrs John
Tobin), St. John, N.B; Kaye McJannet, Marion Bridge; Rita, Pomquet;
brothers, Bernard, Clement, Pomquet; 11 grandchildren. He was predeceased
by brothers, Wallace, Joseph. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Curry Bros.
Funeral Home, 135 College St., Antigonish. Funeral 10:30 a.m. Saturday in
Ste. Croix Church, Pomquet, Rev. P.J. Baccardax officiating. Burial to
follow in parish cemetery. Donations to Antigonish branch of Canadian Cancer
Society.
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Published: 10/27/95
DEON, Mary Emily - 74, Pomquet, Antigonish County, died March 22, 1994, in the Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in South
Boston, Mass., she was a daughter of the late William and Susanne (DeWolfe) Roleau. She was employed at Saint Francis Xavier
University in the dietary kitchen for 27 years, retiring in 1984. She was a member of Ste. Croix Parish, Pomquet. She is
survived by two daughters, Rita, Pomquet; Tena (Mrs. Leo Lenders), Lochaber Road, Antigonish County; three sons, George,
Pomquet; Fred, Antigonish; Joseph, Williams Point, Antigonish County; two sisters, Florence Gentile, Newton, Mass.; Agnes
(Mrs. Edward Murphy), Natick, Mass.; a grandson. She was predeceased by her husband, John Peter. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m.
tonight, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Thursday in Curry Bros. Funeral Home, Antigonish. Funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Friday in Ste. Croix
Church. Spring burial will be in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to Martha Home Health Care, Antigonish or any
charity.
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Published: 03/23/94
DeROCHE, Simon -
89, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, Richmond County, formerly of Martinique,
Richmond County, died May 16, 1993, in the home. Born in Martinique, he
was a son of the late Theodore and Elizabeth (Benoit) DeRoche. He is
survived by a stepson, Joe Shannon, Martinique; brother, Elias, St. Peter's. He
was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Louise Pellrine; two sisters,
Margaret, Sarah; two brothers, Vincent, Charles. Visitation will be 6-9
p.m. tonight in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral will be 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Joseph Cote
officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 05/17/93
DESCHAMPS, Roger Henry - 76, Bible Hill, passed away on June 23, 2006, in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born on November 19, 1929, in Salem, Mass., he was a son of the late David and Yvonne Deschamps. Roger worked at various jobs throughout his life, retiring as an accountant for St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Upon retiring, he moved to Truro with his beloved wife, Eileen, to be closer to her family. He is survived by his loving wife, Eileen; daughter, Elise, Salem, Mass.; son, David, New York; sister, Janice, Florida; stepchildren, Jane (Paul) Makinen, Salmon River; Harry (Lucy) Waugh, Ontario; Charles Waugh, Truro; Bev Cutten, Truro; Karen (Albert) Gero, Bible Hill; Anthony (Karen) Waugh, Lower Truro; Jackie (Dave) Groves, North River. Roger will be lovingly remembered by all those who loved him for his kind support and generous nature. A special thank you to Lynn Casey for her kindness during Roger's illness. Cremation has taken place. No visitation or funeral service will be held per Roger's request. Donations may be made to the Colchester Regional Hospital Foundation. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Truro.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: June 26, 2006
DesJARDINS, Michael Edwin - 46.
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Michael DesJardins,
Truro, announce his passing in Edmonton, Alta. on April 24, 2006. He will be
missed by his daughters, Sarah-Lynn and Michelle. He was predeceased by
his father, Ronald DesJardins (Truro). He will be missed by his mother,
Claudia DesJardins, Truro; brothers, Ronald, North River; Robert, Vancouver,
B.C.; Cyril, Old Barns; Guy, Truro, and David, Lower Truro. He will live
in the memories of his sisters, Helen, Pictou; Donna, Annapolis Valley;
Carol and Sharon, British Columbia, for his humor and kind ways. He was known
for his love of his children, the outdoors, gardening, football, and many
sports, as well as his Jack Russell Terrier, Roscoe. His service will be
held in Immaculate Conception Church on Prince Street, Truro, on Thursday, May
4, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Boys and Girls
Club of Truro or a charity of choice. E-mail condolences may be sent to:
[email protected] and will be forwarded to his family.
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Published: April 29, 2006
DeVILLER, Gerald Louis -
68, Little River Harbour, Yarmouth Co., died May 23, 1995, in Yarmouth
Regional Hospital. Born in Comeaus Hill, Yarmouth, he was a son of the
late Fred and Etta (Fitzgerald) DeViller. He was a fisherman during his
working life. Surviving are his wife, the former Pauline Alice LeBlanc; son,
Neil, Belleville, Yarmouth Co.; daughters, Barbara (Mrs. Clyde Lutz),
Arcadia, Yarmouth Co.; Bernadette (Mrs. Edward Clairmont), Little River
Harbour; sister, Esther (Mrs. George Boudreau), Wedgeport, Yarmouth Co.;
six grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Jerry. Visitation 2-4, 7-9
p.m. today, prayers 8 p.m. tonight, both in H.M. Huskilson Funeral Home,
29 Albert St., Yarmouth. Funeral 10 a.m. Thursday in Our Lady of Lourdes
Roman Catholic Church, Melbourne, Rev. Patrick O'Meara officiating. Burial in
Our Lady of Lourdes parish cemetery, Melbourne. Donations to Canadian
Cancer Society.
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Published: 05/24/95
DeVILLER, William John Jr. -
78, Melbourne, Yarmouth County, died August 21, 1994 in Yarmouth Regional
Hospital. Born in Pinkneys Point, Yarmouth County, he was a son of the late
William John, Sr. and Elizabeth (Surette) DeViller. He was a fisherman
during his working life. He is survived by his wife, the former Olive
Margaret Boudreau; son, Gregory William, Melbourne; two daughters, Elizabeth
(Sandra) Lucas, Walpole, Mass.; Beverly, Melbourne; step-daughter, Anne
Marie Doucette, Wedgeport, Yarmouth County; eight brothers, Howard,
Wedgeport; Edmond, Little River Harbour, Yarmouth County; Stanley, Ervin, both
of Pinkneys Point; Frank, Yarmouth; Wallace, Plymouth, Yarmouth County;
Ernest, Larry, both of Melbourne; seven sisters, Rita (Mrs. Eddie Ryan),
Chegoggin, Yarmouth County; Evangeline (Mrs. Jerry Saulnier), Addie (Mrs.
Richard Doucett), both of Pinkneys Point; Celina (Mrs. Bert Frizzell),
Windsor; Genevieve Allen, Oshawa, Ont.; Mathilda Dugas, Church Point,
Digby County; Corrine (Mrs. Vernon Jacquard), Lower Wedgeport, Yarmouth County;
fifteen grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by
his step-mother, Lena Deveau; son, Gregory John; brother, Lawrence;
sister, Jeannette. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and 9-10:30 a.m.
Wednesday in H.M. Huskilson's Funeral Home, 29 Albert St., Yarmouth.
Funeral will be 11 a.m. Wednesday in Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic
Church, Melbourne, Rev. Patrick O'Meara officiating. Burial will be in parish
cemetery. Donations may be made to any charity.
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Published: 08/23/94
DeWOLFE, Adrian Charles -
67, East Ship Harbour, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away March
30, 2006, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in East Ship Harbour,
he was a son of the late Lewis and Rose DeWolfe. Adrian is survived by his
wife, Patricia (Hutt); sons, Shannon, Dartmouth; Sheldon (Susan) and
stepgrandchildren Ryder and Rayne Smith, Angus Ont.; brother, James (Mary);
sister, Rose (Melvin), all of East Ship Harbour. Adrian was predeceased by
brothers, Robert, David, William, Wilfred, Paul, Joseph, Wade, Brent, and
Johnny. In 1993, Adrian was the recipient of a heart transplant. At Adrian's
request, there will be no visitation or service. Cremation has taken place
under the direction of Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth.
Donations may be made in Adrian's memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of
Nova Scotia or Tangier Fire Department, and please sign your organ donor
cards. On-line condolences may be sent to the family by visiting:
www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com .
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: April 1, 2006
DeWOLFE, Bernadette -
74, 64 Victoria St., Antigonish, died March 19, 1994, in St. Martha's Regional
Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Petit de Grat, she was a daughter of the
late Thomas H. and Mary Hortence (Boudreau) Martell. She was a member of
St. Ninian's Parish. She is survived by her husband, Leo; two sons,
Joseph, Ottawa; Francis, Antigonish; two daughters, Dorothy Cotie,
Monastery; Claire Dickson, North Grant, Antigonish County; brother, Tommy,
Petit de Grat; sister, Regina Martell, Antigonish; four grandchildren. She
was predeceased by three sisters, Madonna, Lucille, Evelyn. Visitation
will be 7-9 p.m. tonight in MacIsaac Funeral Home, Antigonish. Funeral
will be 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Ninian's Cathedral, Antigonish, Rev. Duaine
Devereaux officiating. Spring burial will be in St. Ninian's Cemetery. Donations
may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 03/21/94
DeWOLFE, Clarence Henry - 68, St. Andrews, Antigonish Co., passed away July 10, 2006, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Pomquet, he was a son of the late John Francis and Helen Josephine (Doiron) DeWolfe. Clarence was head chef at St. Francis Xavier University for over 30 years. He enjoyed his music, in particular playing guitar and singing at kitchen parties. He is survived by his wife, the former Genesta Mason-MacMillan; stepsons, Bill Mason, Canso; Terry MacMillan, Pomquet; grandchildren, Travis and Kyle MacMillan, Pomquet; Robert, Christopher, Matthew, Zachery and Felice Mason, Canso; half-sister, Rita Melanson-Swan, Halifax; half-brother, William Melanson, Pomquet. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his stepfather, Leo E. Melanson, and a brother and sister in infancy. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today and 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday in C.L. Curry Funeral Home, 135 College St., Antigonish. Funeral will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m. in St. Andrews Church, St. Andrews, Rev. Robert Neville presiding. Burial in Ste. Croix Cemetery, Pomquet. Memorial donations to the family will be accepted. Condolences: www.clcurry.com
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Published: July 11, 2006
DeWOLFE, Ethel "Jean" - 89, Halifax, formerly of East Ship Harbour, passed away suddenly October 16, 2006, in Northwood Centre, Halifax. Born in Lower Ship Harbour, Jean was a daughter of the late Rufus and Mary (Martin) DeWolfe. She will be sadly missed by her son, Lloyd (Marion), Halifax; daughter, Beulah (Arnold) Bonang, Head Chezzetcook; grandchildren, Bonnie (Douglas) Wilcox, East Chezzetcook; Robert Bonang, Porters Lake; Dr. Angela Bonang (Dr. George LaFontaine), Head Chezzetcook; Dr. Lisa Bonang (Andrew Young), Musquodoboit Harbour; Richard DeWolfe (Janet Englehart), Bedford; great-grandchildren, Nicole, Christine and Kaitlin Wilcox, Maria and Joseph Young. She is also survived by her sister, Bertha DeWolfe, The Birches, Musquodoboit Harbour; brother, Allison DeWolfe, Lower Ship Harbour; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by six sisters and two brothers. Arrangements have been entrusted to Rowlings Funeral Home, Musquodoboit Harbour, where the family will receive visitors from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, October 19. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 20, in St. Denis Church, East Ship Harbour, Rev. Joe Christensen officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery followed by a reception in the parish hall. Donations may be made to St. Denis Church or a charity of your choice.
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Published: October 18, 2006
DeWOLFE, James Cyril - 90, Linwood, Antigonish Co., passed away July 3, 2006, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital Veterans Ward. Born on July 5, 1915 in Merland, Antigonish Co., he was a son of the late Remi and Annie DeWolfe. He enlisted in the Canadian Army in 1939 and served with the North Novas in Holland and other countries overseas until 1945. Following the war he lived in Linwood. James was known for his good humor and friendly way. Surviving are stepdaughter, Theresa Connolly, Linwood; stepgranddaughters, Clara (Tom) Green, Linwood; Norma Green, Alberta; Lynn (Bill) Vasil, William's Point; stepgrandsons, John (Susan) Delorey, Linwood, and Gerard (Darlene) Delorey, Linwood; several step great-grandchildren, and step great great- grandson, Keagan Butler; sisters, Leona DeWolfe, Merland; Phyllis DeWolfe, Edmonton, Alta.; goodfriend, Marjorie and her family of Linwood; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by wife, Harriet (DeCoste) Pettipas DeWolfe; stepson, James Curley Pettipas; sisters, Viola Benoit and Rita in infancy; brothers, Theodore and John Gilbert. Visitation in St. Peter's Place, Tracadie, today from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral on Wednesday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter's Church, Tracadie, with Rev. John Barry presiding. Burial in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Tracadie Veterans, St. Peter's Parish or Antigonish Town and County Home Care. On-line condolences: www.clcurry.com
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: July 4, 2006
DeWOLFE, June Theodora - 73, Hopewell, Pictou Co., passed away Monday, September 25, 2006, in Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in Blue Sky, Alta., she was the daughter of Mary Brooks, Fairview, Alta., and the late Otto Brooks. Prior to her marriage, she served in the RCAF for four years. While her husband served in the Royal Canadian Navy, she lived in Halifax for 25 years. Upon retirement, they moved to Pictou County, residing in Hopewell for the last 28 years. Mrs. DeWolfe was an avid gardener and took a keen interest in crafts, joining the Pictou County Arts and Crafts Society. She served as a volunteer at the Museum of Industry and was a member of the Museum Quilters. A very loving and caring person, she will be sadly missed by daughters, Corinne Bell (Randy), DeSable, P.E.I.; Julie, at home; Trina MacDonnell (David), Timberlea; grandchildren, Brooke and Tanner Bell, Lauren and Taylor MacDonnell; and brother, Warren Brooks, Spruce Grove, Alta. She was predeceased by her husband, Earl DeWolfe. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday in Eagles Funeral Home, Westville. Her funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday in Church of the Holy Name, Westville, with Father Donald Boudreau officiating. Burial will be in Hopewell Cemetery. Donations in her memory may be made to Aberdeen Palliative Care Society.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: September 26, 2006
DeWOLFE, Marie Jeanne - Dartmouth. It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Jeanne DeWolfe on July 5, 2006, in Dartmouth General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born April 21, 1910, in St. Paul, N.B., she was a daughter of the late Fabien and Demerise (Robichaud) Arseneau. Words cannot express how much Jeanne will be missed by her loving children, Jim (Rose), Normand (Dorothy), both of Dartmouth; Bernard (Gina), Florida; Ronald (Camilla), Burlington, Ont.; Claire Lamb (Bill), Tillsonburg, Ont.; Doreen Juurlink (Tony), Oakville, Ont.; Margaret Joudrey (Mike), Chezzetcook; Cecilia Gray (Jim), Lake Echo; also her 20 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren who will always cherish her unconditional love and great wisdom. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews who often visited Taunt Jeanne and loved her dearly. As a resident of Oakwood Terrace for the past year, Jeanne was loved by all who met her. Her kindness, laughter and quick wit will forever be remembered. Her favourite quotes, "I'm not complaining, just explaining" and "laughter is the best medicine", are etched in our minds forever. With her birthday the same as Queen Elizabeth's, Jeanne was and always will be our "Queen Mother". Always positive and never judgmental, she was a golden thread of love spun invisibly through all of our hearts and lives. She is now at peace in heaven with her loving husband, Maurice; infant grandson, John; her parents; brothers, Gilbert, William, Albert, Leon, and her sisters, Exelda, Mary, Elise and Bella. Mom, your memories are a keepsake with which we'll never part. God has you in his keeping and we have you in our hearts. Thank you to the staff of Northwood Home Care for the loving attention they gave Mom previous to her move to Oakwood and to the wonderful staff of Oakwood D-Unit for treating Mom as part of their family. There will be no visitation. Funeral mass will be 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church, Windmill Road, Father Charles Burke celebrant. A reception will follow in the church hall. Family burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Family flowers only by request, in lieu, donations in Mom's memory may be made to a charity of choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Dartmouth Funeral Home, Queen Street.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: July 7, 2006
DEWOLFE, Margaret Amelia -
81, Antrim, was called home Saturday morning, April 22, 2006, in the presence
of her family. Born in Eastern Passage, she was a daughter of the late
Colin and Vivian (Sarson) Negus. She was the beloved wife of the late Roy
DeWolfe. Margaret is survived by sisters, Rose Findlay, Antrim; Faye
Chapman (Jim), Eastern Passage; Winnifred Donner, Dartmouth; Betty Paul
(Edmund), Grand Coulee, Sask.; brothers, Maynard, Eastern Passage; Clyde
(Ruth), Kingston, Ont.; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by
sisters, Sheila, Shirley, Joy; and brothers, Leo, Ray, Gary, Guy, Albert.
Visitation will be held today 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. in
Ettinger Funeral Home, Shubenacadie. Funeral service to be held 2 p.m.
Wednesday, April 26, in St. Paul's United Church, Antrim, Rev. Marilyn MacDonald
officiating. Interment will follow in St. Paul's Church Cemetery.
Donations in memory of Margaret may be made to St. Paul's United Church,
Antrim.
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Published: April 24, 2006
DeWOLFE, Theodore A. (Ted) -
87, South River Road, Antigonish, died January 29, 1995, in St. Martha's
Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Pomquet, Antigonish Co., he was a
son of the late Remi and Annie (Boudreau) DeWolfe. He had been employed as
a labourer with the Nova Scotia Power Commission for over 15 years.
Surviving are his wife, the former Marguerite Pelley; son, John, Toronto;
stepson, Bill Pelley, Fraser Mills, Antigonish Co.; sisters, Leona DeWolfe,
Merland, Antigonish Co.; Violet Benoit, Havre Boucher; Phyllis DeWolfe,
Edmonton; brothers, John Gilbert, Antigonish; Jimmie, Linwood; three
grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister,
Rita. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. tonight, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday in Curry
Bros. Funeral Home, 135 College St., Antigonish. Funeral will be 2 p.m.
Wednesday in St. Ninian's Cathedral, Antigonish, Rev. Bill Crispo
officiating. Spring burial in parish cemetery. Donations to the DeWolfe family.
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Published: 01/30/95
DIGOUT, Agnes Frances - 79, Bedford, died January 6, 1999, in the VG Site QEII. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the
late Neil and Charlotte (Boudreau) Sutherland. Surviving are husband, Charles S., River Bourgeois; daughter, Judith (Mrs.
David Young), Bedford; son, Charles S., Bedford; sisters, Christina Hamm, Adelle O'Neill, Halifax; three grandchildren; a
great-grandson. She was predeceased by son, David; brothers, Dennis, Frank, Peter; sisters, Mary, Catherine (Bobby) Teed,
Freda, Annie Richard. Cremation has taken place under the direction of J. Albert Funeral Home, Halifax. No visitation or
service by request. Private committal service in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Donation The Lung Association.
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Published: 01/07/99
DIGOUT, Alfred (Fred) - 80, River Bourgeois, died peacefully August 29, 1998, in Strait Richmond Hospital. He was a son of
the late Victor and Mary Emma (Landry) Digout. Fred was interested in sports throughout his life; he played baseball, hockey
and was an avid sports fisherman and hunter. He operated a lumbering and sawmill business for many years and was Municipal
Building Inspector for Richmond County. He is survived by his wife, the former Therese Baccardax; sons, Louis (Mary), David
(Debbie), River Bourgeois; Albert (Wendy), Toronto; daughter, Gloria (Brian) Latimer, Sydney River; 12 grandchildren;
sisters, Margaret (Alfred) Richard, Germaine Mombourquette, River Bourgeois; brothers, Charles (Frances), George (Sharon),
River Bourgeois; Vincent (Marie), Marshall (Eileen), Ferd (Norma), Brantford; Stan (Marge), Saskatchewan; brothers-in-law,
Rev. Peter Baccardax, Paul Baccardax; sisters-in-law, Estelle Bonna, Cecilia Baccardax, Margaret Digout. He was predeceased
by brother, Arthur (Tattoo). Visitation at River Bourgeois Funeral Home, today from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Funeral in St. John the
Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Donations may be made to Strait Area Right to Life, Strait Richmond
Hospital or the charity of choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home.
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Published: 08/31/98
DIGOUT, Arthur V.(Tatoo) - 74, River Bourgeois, died November 26, 1994, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born at River
Bourgeois, he was a son of Mary Emma (Landry) Digout and the late Victor D. Digout. He was a self-employed Nova Scotia land
surveyor. He is survived by his wife, the former Margaret Bourque; sons, Arthur, Toronto; Leon, Halifax; daughters, Lucy,
Jeannette LaPaix, both of Halifax; brothers, Fred, Charlie, George, all of River Bourgeois; Ferdinand, Vincent, Marshall, all
of Brantford, Ont.; Stan, Humboldt, Sask.; sisters, Margaret Richard, Germaine Mombourquette, both of River Bourgeois; five
grandchildren. Funeral was held November 28 in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Bernie MacDonald
officiated. Burial followed in parish cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the
direction of Alex A. Morrision Funeral Home, St. Peter's.
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Published: 11/29/94
DIGOUT, Josephine Martha - 93, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, formerly of River Bourgeois, died July 8, 1997, in the Strait
Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in River Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late Eugene F. and Mary (Fougere) Digout. She
was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Surviving are several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased
by brothers, Abraham, Daniel; sisters, Minnie, Lottie; a twin sister in infancy. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in River
Bourgeois Funeral Parlour. Funeral 10 a.m. Thursday in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Raymond King
officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St Peter's.
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Published: 07/09/97
DIGOUT, Mary Emma (Grandma) - 100, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, died July 12, 1995, in the villa. Born at River Bourgeois,
she was a daughter of the late Amos and Margaret Ann (Burke) Landry. Surviving are daughters, Margaret (Mrs. Alfred Richard),
Germaine Burke-Mombourquette, River Bourgeois; sons, Fred, Charles, George, River Bourgeois; Ferdinand, Vincent, Marshall,
Brantford, Ont.; Stan, Humboldt, Sask.; sisters, Matilda Boudreau, River Tillard; Millie Ann Mills, St. Peter's; 40
grandchildren; 66 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Victor; son, Arthur (Tattoo); sisters, Ida Mae
Bourque, Rachel Sampson; brothers, John, Amos, Alexander, Abraham, Fred. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in River Bourgeois
Funeral Parlor. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. R. King officiating. Burial in
parish cemetery. Donations to Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston, Dr. W.B. Kingston Memorial Clinic or any charity.
Arrangements under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.
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Published: 07/13/95
DIGOUT, Peter Eugene - 83, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, formerly of River Bourgeois, died November 5, 1994, in Strait
Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born at River Bourgeois, he was a son of the late Eugene and Mary (Fougere) Digout. He was a
member of St. John the Baptist Church and choir, River Bourgeois. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.
He is survived by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Elizabeth Meade; brother, Dr. Joseph. Funeral
will be 10 a.m. today in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Bernard MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in
parish cemetery. Donations may be made to any charity. Arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home,
St. Peter's.
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Published: 11/07/94
DIGOUT, Vincent Cornielus - 74, Dartmouth, died July 29, 1993, in River Bourgeois. Born in River Bourgeois, he was a son of
the late Tranquile and Maria (Landry) Digout. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving in the Royal Canadian Navy.
He is survived by a son, Donald, Dartmouth; two daughters, Beverley (Mrs. William Sampson), Carole Touesnard, both of
Dartmouth; two brothers, Martin, St. Peter's; Alex, Glen Falls, N.Y.; two sisters, Ethel Fougere, Samsonville, Richmond
County; Mary Connors, Green Island, N.Y.; six grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Alice Burke; six
brothers, Leo, Charles, Bernard, Joseph, Andrew, William. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. tonight, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in J.
Albert Walker and Sons Funeral Home, Cole Harbour. Funeral will be 11 a.m. Monday in St. Thomas More Roman Catholic Church,
Rev. Paul Williams officiating. Burial will be in Mount Hermon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart
and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.
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Published: 07/31/93
DINGWALL, Isabell Irene -
76, South Bar, died in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, November 19, 1999.
Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Louise (Aucoin)
Schaump. She was a member of St. Alphonsus Church and prior to her
retirement, worked 36 yeas for the County of Cape Breton School Board in
the maintenance department. Surviving are daughter, Mary Helen Adams,
Coxheath; sons, Donald, Toronto; David, Ottawa; sister, Shirley Wrobleski,
South Bar; brothers, Donnie, New Victoria; Bernie, Prince Edward Island;
10 grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband, Wilfred
MacDonald; second husband, George; son, Wilfred Jr.; daughter, Georgina
McCabe; brother, Michael. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken
place under the direction of Sydney Memorial Chapel. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday, in
the St. Alphonsus Church, Rev. Everett McDow officiating, followed by a
reception in the church hall. Burial in the church cemetery. Donations to
the palliative care unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital or the Canadian
Diabetes Association of the St. Alphonsus's Church Fund.
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Published: 11/20/99
DIXON, Mary Catherine Anne (Annie) - 87, Banks Road, Inverness, died
November 20, 1998, in Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital. Born in
Inverness, she was the daughter of the late Lewis and Isabel (Gillis)
MacIsaac. She was a member of Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church, Inverness. She
was a retired school teacher. Surviving are daughter, Marion (Mrs. David
Braid), Dartmouth; sons, Alastair, Dartmouth; Robert, Yukon; Thomas,
Inverness; sisters, Rose MacLean, Malden, Mass.; Patricia Aucoin, Braintree,
Mass. She was predeceased by her husband, Thomas; sisters, Mamie,
Catherine; brothers, Duncan, Alex, Francis, John Leo, Alistair. Visitation
7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in Inverness Funeral Home. Funeral 2 p.m.
Monday in Stella Maris Church, Rev. Alex MacLellan officiating. Burial in
parish cemetery. Donations to any charity.
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Published: 11/21/98
DOARY, Joseph Everett Of Davidson, Quebec. Suddenly, on Saturday, February
5, 2005 at his camp on Clear Lake. Born in Halifax, Nova Scotia and raised in River Bourgeois (Cape Breton). Son of the late
Fred Doary and the late
Geline Landry. Will be forever missed by loving wife Ruth Hearty; beloved children, Christopher (Helen), New Zealand; Catherine (Jeff Graham), Milton,
Ontario; Stephanie, Alberta; Charlane (Bill Dark), London, Ontario and stepchildren, Glenn Romain (Suzanne), Mansfield; Kimberly (Gilles
Vallee), St. Raymond and Joel Romain (Debbie), Mansfield. Loving remembered by 5
grandchildren, Trysta, Andreas, Adam, Chantal and Gabrielle and 6 step-grandchildren,
Celine, Sonya, Robbie, Eric, Mario and Matthieu. Also survived by 3 brothers and 4 sisters, all of Nova Scotia, Roddie (Margie),
Arthur (Henrietta), Marie (Bruce Mombourquette), Anna (Lee Ehler), Raymond, Alice (Bob McFetridge) and Claire (Alvin MacAskill), as well as several
aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Ottawa Citizen
Published: Feb 8, 2005 This obit is Steph's Father.
Courtesy of Steph
DOARY
(Geilne), Marie Evangeline — 89, River Bourgeois, Richmond Co., died March 28, 2000 in
the Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Riverer Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late
Jeffrey and Bertha (Bouchard) Landry. She was a member of St. John The Baptist CWL, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 47, Grand Anse and also a member
of the Strait Richmond Hospital Ladies Auxiliary. She is survived by her daughters, Marie (Mrs. Bruce Mombourquette, River Bourgeois; Anna (Mrs. Lee
Ehier), Halifax; Alice (Mrs. Rcbert McFetridge), Tantallon; Claire Bogle and companion Alvin MacAskill, Dartmouth; Sons,
Everett (Ruth), Fort Colouge,Que.; Roddie (Margie), Sidney River; Arthur (Henrietta); Raymond, all of River Bourgeois; sisters, Mrs. Grace Melanson, Digby County; Anne
Sladdin, Halifax; brothers, Cyril Landry, Rockingham; Hector Landry, St. Peter’s;
Leger Landry, East Bay; Everett Landry,Ontario; Alcantra Landry, River Bourgeois; 18 grandchildren; 12 greatgrawichildren. She was predeceased by
her husband, Peter Wilfred “Fred” Doary; sisters, Louise and Jean; brothers,
Guy and Albert. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and Friday in the River Bourgeois Community Funeral Home, River Bourgeois Funeral to be held 2 p.m.
Saturday afternoon in St. John The Baptist Church in River Bourgeois, Rev. Sandy MacNeil officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Funeral
arrangements entrusted to the CII. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Memorial donations may be made to the strait Richmond Hospital or the L’Ardoise
Medical Clinic.
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Published: March 30, 2000
Courtesy of Steph. Steph's Grandmother.
DOARY, Peter Wilfred (Fred) - 91, River Bourgeois, died peacefully January
1, 1999, in Strait Richmond Hospital. Born in Janvrins Island, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late Peter John and
Bertha (DeCoste) Doary. He was a
member of St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church. He served with the Royal Canadian Navy during the Second World War on convoy duty in the North
Atlantic, rising to the rank of petty officer. He was a proud member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 47, St. Peter's. He is survived by his wife of
60 years, Evangeline (Geline)
(Landry) Doary; sons, Everett and wife Ruth,
Fort Coulonge, Que.; Roddie and wife Margaret, Sydney River; Arthur and wife Henrietta, Raymond, River Bourgeois; daughters, Marie (Mrs. Bruce
Mombourquette), River Bourgeois; Anna (Mrs. Lee Ehler), Halifax; Alice (Mrs. Robert
McFetridge), Tantallon; Claire Bogle and companion Alvin MacAskill, Dartmouth; 18 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brothers,
Joseph (Lee), Lower Sackville; Bennie, Janvrins Island; sisters, Alice and Eva May, Boston; Corrine, Tantallon. He was predeceased by brothers, Roddie, John and Leo; sisters, Margaret, Marion and Sylvia. A special thank
you to everyone for the care and support given over the years. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and
Sunday in River Bourgeois Funeral Home. All members of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 47, are requested to meet at the funeral home in River
Bourgeois Monday at 9 a.m. to attend the funeral of their late comrade, Peter Wilfred (Fred)
Doary. Funeral 10 a.m. Monday in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Sandy MacNeil officiating. Burial in the
parish cemetery. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to
C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat.
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Published: Jan. 02, 1999
Courtesy of Steph. Steph's Grandfather.
DOLIMONT, Patrick John - 58, Petit de Grat, Richmond County, died December 11, 1994, at home. Born in North Sydney, he was a son of the late Richard and Evelyn (Gaell) Dolimont. He began his sailing career at the age of 14 as a fireman on steam engines throughout the Great Lakes. He switched to fishing vessels that had diesel engines and worked his way up to become chief engineer on Canada's largest deep sea trawlers. He was employed with National Sea until he retired in 1993. He was an associate member of branch 150, Royal Canadian Legion,
Arichat. He is survived by daughters, Phyllis (Mrs. Lloyd Gilbert), Lower Sackville; Jessica (Mrs. Lionel Boudreau), Petie de Grat; Sharon (Mrs. Tom Hearn), Evanston; sons, David, Shane, Etobicoke, Ont.; sister, Mrs. Clara Bond, North Sydney; brothers, Richard, Sydney; Leonard, North Sydney; Michael, Oshawa, Ont.; four grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Sylvia
Landry; brothers, David, Lloyd; sister, Mary. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesday in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat.
Funeral will be 3 p.m. Wednesday in St. Joseph Church, Petit de Grat, Rev. Allan MacMullin officiating. Burial to follow in Star of the Cemetery, Petit de Grat. Donations may be made to St. Anne Cemetery DVA building fund.
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Published: 12/13/94
DOLIMONT, Sylvia Muriel -
50, Petit De Grat, Richmond County, died February 16, 1993, at home. Born in
Petit De Grat, she was a daughter of the late Gustave and Margaret (DeCoste)
Landry. She was a past president of St. Joseph's CWL and served on various
concensorships; treasurer of Comite Regional (Fane); member of the credit
committee for St. Joseph's Credit Union; Home and School, Petit De Grat; St.
Joseph Church Choir; treasurer of Petit De Grat Acadienne Festival; St.
Joseph Hall Committee; active member of les femmes en marche; taught
religion at Petit De Grat School and was a member of Canadian Cancer Society
Cansurmount. She is survived by
her husband, Patrick; three daughters, Phyllis (Mrs. Lloyd Gilbert), Lower Sackville; Jessica (Mrs. Lionel Boudreau), Petit De Grat; Sharon (Mrs. Thomas Hearn), Evanston; two sons, David, Mississauga, Ont.; Shane, at home; three sisters, Carmella (Mrs. Garvey Clannon), Boudreauville; Mrs. Betty Boucher, Petit De Grat; Vivian (Mrs. John Pelrine), Hamilton, Ont.; two brothers, Anthony, Douglas, both of Mississauga; two grandchildren. The body is C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat, visiting 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday. Funeral will be 4 p.m. Thursday in St. Joseph's Church, Petit De Grat, Rev. Allan MacMillan officiating. Spring burial will be in Star of the Sea Cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or any charity.
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Published: 02/17/93
DOLLARD, Francis Ross -
68, Canso, died January 5, 1996, in Eastern Memorial Hospital, Canso. Born in
Canso, he was a son of the late Walter and Dorothy (Morris) Dollard. He
was a retired fish plant worker and a veteran of the Korean War. He was a
member of branch 46, Royal Canadian Legion and Star of the Sea Parish.
Surviving are his wife, the former Gloria Oakes; daughter, Kathleen (Mrs.
Frank Dixon), Canso; son, William (Bill), Canso; sisters, Mrs. Rosemary
Aucoin, Canso; Lillian (Mrs. Donald Saab), Dartmouth; Sarah (Sally) (Mrs.
Douglas Rattary), Hazel Hill; brothers, William, Harry, Canso; Joseph, James,
Halifax; three grandchildren. He was predeceased by son, Joseph in
infancy; brothers, Thomas, Patrick, Leslie, Malcolm. Visitation 2-9 p.m. today in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Canso. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday in Star of the Sea Church, Rev. Paul MacNeil officiating. Burial in parish cemetery. Donations to any charity.
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Published: 01/06/96
DOLLARD, Morris Leslie -
66, Canso, died October 25, 1992, in Halifax Infirmary. Born in Canso, he was a
son of the late Walter and Dorothy (Morris) Dollard. He was a retired
miner and lived in Sudbury, Ont. for a number of years, returning to Canso
two years ago. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving with the
Merchant Seamen. He was a member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 46, Canso and
Star of the Sea Parish, Canso. He is survived by his wife, the former
Evelyn Grace MacCumber; two daughters, Dorothy (Mrs. Michael Stripay),
Sudbury; Sally (Mrs. Arnold Abeling), Dartmouth; three sons, Bill, Vancouver;
Howard, Mundar, Alta.; Les, Sudbury; three sisters, Mrs. Dearie Aucoin,
Dartmouth; Lillian (Mrs. Donald Saab), Dartmouth; Sally (Mrs. Doug Rattray),
Hazel Hill, Guysborough County; six brothers, Tom, Prince Rupert, B.C.; Bud,
Harry, Bill, all of Canso; Joe, Jim, both of Halifax; 10 grandchildren;
two great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers, Patrick,
Mack. The body is in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Canso, visiting 2-9 p.m.
today. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Wednesday in Star of the Sea Parish, Canso,
Rev. Donnelly officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery. Donations
may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association.
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Published: 10/27/92
DONOVAN, Darrell Craig - 48, Dartmouth, passed away June 20, 2006, in Dartmouth General Hospital. He was the son of the late Fabian and Melvina (Bennett) Donovan. Cremation has taken place. Private family interment. Arrangements have been entrusted to Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth. On-line condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com
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Published: June 24, 2006
DONOVAN, Deborah Ann - 47, Sydney, died April 20, 2006, in Cape Breton
Regional Hospital. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Clifford
and Yvonne (Burns) Donovan. Surviving are daughter, JoAnne; sons, Kelly,
Richard; three grandchildren; sisters, Annette (Kevin) and Susan MacDonald;
brothers, Ricky (Cathy), Jackie (Tammy), Michael (Crystal), Parnell;
numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brothers, Clifford
"Kippy", Brucie in infancy. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, funeral 11
a.m. Saturday, both in T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Burial in Holy Cross
Cemetery. E-mail condolences to: [email protected]
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Published: April 21, 2006
DONOVAN (Gouthro), Eileen D. - 53, 15 Vickers Lane, Sydney Mines, died
September 21, 1998, at home. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the
late Nat and Eunice (Aucoin) Osborne. She was retired from the maintenance
staff at Cape Breton County Hospital. Surviving are her husband, George; son,
Fred; stepdaughters, Barbara MacMillan, Marion Bridge, Donna Head, New
Waterford; stepson, Wallace, Alberta; sisters, Gertie Corbett, Sydney;
Nora Toop, Ohio; brothers, Donnie, Willie, Hills Road; 14 grandchildren. She was
predeceased by her first husband, Fred Gouthro; brothers, Jimmy, Raymond,
Bernard, Leonard, Ferman, Bobby. There will be no visitation. Cremation
has taken place under the direction of Sydney Memorial Chapel. Funeral 10 a.m.
Thursday in St. Pius X Church, Sydney Mines, Rev. Tony MacDonald
officiating. Burial in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens.
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Published: 09/23/98
DONOVAN, Herbert Joseph - 190 1/2 Main St., Glace Bay, died February 17,
1996, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born at Glace Bay, he was a son of
the late Herbert and Theresa (AuCoin) Donovan. He was a veteran of the
Second World War serving with RCAF and a member of Royal Canadian Legion, branch
2, Reserve Mines. He was a retired employee of Cape Breton Development
Corp. 26 colliery. Surviving are his wife, the former Mary Caume; sons,
Terry and wife Irene, Antigonish; Byron and wife Ginny, Alan and wife Danette,
Glace Bay; daughters, Marilyn (Mrs. William Santin), Patricia (Mrs.
Richard Della Vella), Maria (Mrs. Dave Cherevaty), Toronto, Ont.; Brenda
(Mrs. Barry Donahue), Glace Bay; brothers, Art, Glace Bay; Jimmy, Newfoundland;
Aubrey, Lower Sackville; sisters, Beatrice Head, New Waterford; Colleen
Rideout, Glace Bay; Doris Marshal, Middleton; Dolly Grant, Truro; Agnes
Costello, North Bay, Ont.; Tessie Cyr, Chandler, Que.; Paula Smith, Dartmouth;
17 grandchildren; a great-grandchild. He was predeceased by brother,
Winnifred; sisters, Mary, Bertha, Gertrude. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today
in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. Funeral 10 a.m. Tuesday in
St. Annes Church, Glace Bay, Rev. Doug Murphy officiating. Burial in
Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney Road.
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Published: 02/19/96
DORTON, Purdy Georgeanna "Pearl" - 74, St. Ann's Community Nursing Centre, Arichat, and formerly of Port Hawkesbury, died Sunday, October 8, 2006, in St. Ann's Centre. Born in Whycocomagh, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Margaret (Rawden) MacInnis. She was a member of St. Joseph's Church, Port Hawkesbury, and is survived by her children, Danny (Marsha), Port Hawkesbury; Hughie (Yvonne), Margaree; Estelle, Dearhurst, Ont.; Donald, Dianne (Malcolm) Matheson, John (Sharon), James (Donna) and Paul (Jeannie), all of Port Hawkesbury; sisters, Barbra, Ruth, and Agnes; 19 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Dan R.; six children in infancy; a brother and a sister. Resting in Green's Funeral Home, 507 Bernard St., Port Hawkesbury, today from 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday at 11 a.m. in St. Joseph's Church, Port Hawkesbury, with Rev. Hugh D. MacDonald presiding. Arrangements by Green's Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury (902-625-2929).
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Published: October 9, 2006
DOWE, Margaret - 96, Glace Bay. It is with deep regret that we announce the death of our mother on September 24, 2006. She was a daughter of the late J.D. MacIntyre and Teresa MacInnis. Surviving by her children, Doris (Wayne) Farrell, Audrey, Anne (Ray) Lawrence, Norris "Bud", Jack (Betty), Lonnie (Yvonne), Kevin (Gina), Donald (Diane); sister, Mary Wiseman; 14 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Norris; brothers, Michael, Donald, Alphonses, Allan; sisters, Christina Ellsworth, Sarah MacDougall. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. Funeral 11 a.m. Wednesday in St. John the Baptist Church.
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Published: September 26, 2006
DOWLING, Isabel Christene -
76, Hamilton, Ont., passed away in Henderson General Hospital, Hamilton, Ont.,
May 29, 2006. Born in Riverside, Cape Breton, she was a daughter of the late
Leonard and Christene Dowling. She resided on Kempt Road, Cape Breton for many
years before moving to Hamilton, Ont. She is survived by her sister, Lillian
(Art) LeGrow, Donkin, Cape Breton; loving aunt of Christene Higgins and
great-aunt of Meredith, Liam and Keegan. At her request, her body has been
donated to science. A memorial service will take place at a later date.
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Published: June 8, 2006
DOYLE, John Benedict
"Kyte" - 79, Inverness, died on Sunday, October 15, 2006, in Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital.
Born in Inverness on January 18, 1927, he was a son of the late James and Penny Ann (MacLellan) Doyle (Inverness). Kyte died
peacefully with family by his side. He was a member of Stella Maris Parish, Inverness, and member of the Stella Maris and
St. Margaret's Church choir. He did various jobs throughout his life but his last job before his retirement was at the
Inverary Manor, Inverness, where he was employed for 19 years. He thoroughly enjoyed his daily walks and will be greatly
missed on Central Avenue riding his "two-wheel Cadillac". He was very faithful, being at mass every day, rain or shine. He
will be sadly missed by his wife of 47 years, Theresa (MacLellan) Doyle, and his five children and six grandchildren whom he
adored. "Rest in peace, Grampie". Surviving are daughters, Donalda (Andy) Fougere, Halifax; Elaine Doyle, Inverness, and
Linda (Harold) Chandler, Whycocomagh; sons, Greg (Ruth), Inverness, and John (Cindy), Edmonton, Alta.; sisters, Mary Burns,
Arichat; Florence (Ivan) Bois, New Waterford; Theresa MacKenzie, South West Margaree; Anne "Toody" (Bill) Mullock, Ottawa,
and Annie Bell (Ken) Boudreau, New Brunswick; brothers, James, New Waterford, and Johnny Coady, Vancouver; several nieces
and nephews, and grandchildren, James, Jaci, Andrew, Kelson, Cody and Brad. Visitation will be in Inverness Funeral Home
today from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday, October 18, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be held on Thursday, October 19, at
11 a.m. in Stella Maris Church, Inverness, with Father Duncan MacIsaac officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations may be made to Stella Maris Church Building Fund, Inverness. On-line condolences to:
[email protected]
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Published: October 17, 2006
DOYLE, Kenneth LeRoy - April 25, 1924 - July 13, 2006. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late Francis and Catherine (Walsh) Doyle. He served with the Canadian Armed Forces from 1943 until 1946 and he received an honourable discharge due to an illness with the rank of Stoker 1st Class. He retired from H.M.S. Dockyard on July 5, 1976 after 23 years of service. Over the last few years it was the love for his grandchildren that kept him going. He is survived by his wife, Norma; sisters, Phyllis Nickelson, Shirley Pittard; son, Kenneth Francis (Kelley); daughter, Catherine (Allen) Hopkinson (Doyle); daughter-in-law, Linda (Keddy) Doyle; grandchildren, Sandra and Erin Doyle, Kyle and Kailie Hopkinson; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brother, Frank, and sister, Dorothy Buck. Visitation will be held from 7-9 p.m. Monday in T.K. Barnard Funeral Home, 3460 Dutch Village Rd., Halifax. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Pius X Catholic Church, Halifax. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Thank you to all of Dad's wonderful care workers, especially Jenny "Young Lady" Dort. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or The Lung Association
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Published: July 15, 2006
DOYLE, Wilbert Thomas "Ebbie" - Born November 8, 1924, passed away peacefully June 11, 2006, in Valley Regional Hospital in Kentville, surrounded by his loving family. He was a son of Agnes Katherine Maher and Joseph Nicholas Doyle. He was predeceased by wife, Kathleen Elizabeth Matchett and will be mourned by son, Jack (Sandi); brother, Ben; sister, Dolly; grandchildren, Tim (Sarah Newburn), Kathy (Chad Gautreau), Robert (Alison Kidston), Karla Harding (Michael), and great-grandchildren, Kalon, Keaton, Keishayla; as well as many significant extended family members including sisters-in-law, Alice Atkins, Joyce Mowbray and Shirley Gordon, who called him Daddy because they spent their early years being cared for by Kay and Eb. Eb was an integral part of the Miramichi. He helped to form the Nelson-Miramichi Fire Department. He was village councilor for the village of Nelson Miramichi and coached hockey for a time. Ebbie worked at the Pulp and Paper Mill for years from which he retired in the early 1980s, as Machine Shop Foreman. He had worked as a machinist, a job that he loved. Stories and laughter were as much a part of Eb Doyle's life as eating and breathing. He teased and created a stir wherever he went. Eb worked hard, laughed a hundred times a day and loved his family and friends with his whole being. He had a gift of giving, touching many lives as they passed through his life with a wink and a wave. Ebbie has left many memories and a tear in our eyes. We will always remember him. Wilbert Thomas Doyle "Ebbie" was resting at Maher's Funeral Home on Monday, June 12, from 7-9 p.m. and on Tuesday, June 13, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Wednesday, June 14, from St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Miramichi, with Father Jim McQuade officiating. Father Sam Diotte and Father Leon Creamer were in attendance. Active pallbearers were Dale Doyle, Clayton Doyle Jr., George Doyle, Jimmy Matchett, Royce Clark and Kevin Doyle. The Nelson Miramichi Fire Department formed a guard of honour. As expressions of sympathy, donations to New Brunswick Heart and Stroke Foundation or Terry Fox Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Interment was in Malcolm Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were under the care of Maher's Funeral Home, Miramichi, N.B. (506) 733-4321.
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Published: June 20, 2006
DOYLE, Daniel Joseph (Dolly) - 69, Halifax, died June 9, 1994, in Halifax
Infirmary. Born in Inverness, he was a son of the late James and Penny
Anne (MacLellan) Doyle. He was a warrant officer with the Royal Canadian
Navy. He served in the Atlantic, English Channel, Mediterranean and Korea
theatres, retiring with 25 years of service. He was a member of Royal
Canadian Legion, Scotia Branch 25; Atlantic Chiefs and PO's Association;
Royal Canadian Naval Association; Federal Super Annuates National Association;
4th degree member of Knights of Columbus and member of the Charitable
Irish Society. He is survived by five sisters, Mary (Mrs. Abe Burns), West
Arichat; Florence (Mrs. Ivan Bois), New Waterford; Theresa (Mrs. John MacKenzie),
South West Margaree; Ann Jemima (Mrs. William Mulock), Ottawa; Annie
Isabel (Mrs. Ken Boudreau), Lincoln, N.B.; three brothers, James, Halifax;
Kyte, Inverness; John Edward, Vancouver; numerous nieces and nephews. He was
predeceased by a sister, Catherine Margaret; two brothers, John, Henry.
Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. tonight, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in Atlantic
Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd., Halifax. Funeral will be 11 a.m. Monday in St.
Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, Rev. John Hayes officiating. Burial will
be in Oakridge Memory Gardens. Donations may be made to IWK Foundation.
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Published: 06/11/94
DUGGAN, Elizabeth "Lizzie" - 97, died March 31, 2006, in Seaview Manor,
Glace Bay. She was a daughter of the late John and Marie (Burke) Campbell.
She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her nieces and
nephews. She was affectionately known as the "Queen of Passchendale"
by staff at Seaview Manor. She was predeceased by husband, Percy Duggan;
brothers, Charles, James, Angus, John, Alex, Joseph; sisters, Margaret,
Sadie, Christina. No visitation. Cremation will take place. Memorial service 11
a.m. Monday in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, Glace Bay. Donations
to Seaview Manor, Glace Bay. Condolences: www.vjmcgillivray.ca
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Published: April 1, 2006
DUGGAN, Luc - infant son of Barry and Suzanne (Aucoin) Duggan, Sydney, May
15, 1995, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Surviving are a sister, Emilie,
at home; paternal grandparents, Majella and Loretta (Alyward) Duggan,
Melrose, Nfld.; maternal grandparents, Ron and Catherine (MacAuliffe) Aucoin,
Cheticamp. Burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Arrangements
under the direction of T.W. Curry Ltd., Sydney.
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Published: 05/16/95
DUGGAN, Mary Dorothy - 80, Victoria Mines, died January 9, 1997, in Cape
Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Whitney Pier, she was a daughter of the
late Thomas and Mary Agnes (MacNeil) Young. She was an active member of
St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic Church, Victoria Mines, and a member of the
Parishoners Club serving on parish council and devoting many hours to
parish duties. For many years, she was active in Maple Hill Manor's Ladies
Auxiliary. She was employed by the Municipality of the County of Cape Breton for
33 years. She was assessment clerk and secretary to the warden of the
County of Cape Breton. She then became secretary in the Cape Breton
Assessment Region. In 1975, she was assessment clerk for Cape Breton Industrial
Assessment Region. In 1976, she was assessment clerk in the Province of
Nova Scotia, from which she retired in 1981. Surviving are daughter,
Deanna (Mrs. Alex MacIsaac), New Victoria; a grandson; a granddaughter; five
great-grandchildren; stepsisters, Harriet Gallant, Sydney; Agnes Sharpe,
Fran MacKinnon, New Waterford; Bertha Ellis, Ontario; Sister Emily Ling,
Texas; stepbrothers, Bob Ling, Florida; Bill Ling, Montreal; two uncles. She
was predeceased by her husband, John Clement; stepfather, Joseph Ling;
stepsisters, Eileen MacPherson, Olive Aucoin; stepbrothers, Tom and
Bernard Ling. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, Knights of Columbus prayers
7:30 p.m. today, both in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New
Waterford. Funeral 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic
Church, Victoria Mines, Rev. Everett MacDow officiating. Burial in parish
cemetery. Donations to any charity.
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Published: 01/10/97
DUGGAN, Florence "Marian" - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Marian, of Kentville, on Friday, June 30, 2006 in hospital in Truro at the age of 82. Born in Dartmouth, she was a daughter of the late William and Margaret (Myatt) Patterson. Mom began her career at an early age when at 17 she joined the Canadian Armed Forces as a Recruiting Sergeant for the women's division of the Army. Known to many as Mrs. "D", she was the Personnel Manager for 20 years at Zellers in Kentville and Towers in New Minas. While living in Yarmouth, she was involved in numerous community activities including the Girl Guides of Canada, the Catholic Women's League, the Red Cross Society and the Home and School Association. More recently, she was involved as a volunteer at Fidelis House, Kentville, a role that brought her joy and many new cherished friends. In retirement, Mom was happiest at the family cottage in Baxter's Harbour, where she worked tirelessly to transform the surroundings into a lush refuge. A loving mother, she will be missed dearly. Her gardens and her gift of giving, particularly those coveted socks which we looked forward to every Christmas, will never be replaced. She is survived by daughters, Gwen, Vancouver; Mary, Dartmouth; Michelle (Eric) Misener, Truro; grandchildren, Courtenay (Stacie), Vancouver; Matthew, presently of Whistler, B.C.; Ashley, Halifax; brothers, Lenny (Claire), Ontario; David, Saint John, N.B.; Murdock, New Minas; sister, Gladys Pettipas, Dartmouth, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 60 years, Eddie; her daughter, Gail, and brothers, Raymond, Cyril and Tommy Patterson. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Monday, July 3, with prayers to be held at 3 p.m., in White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4, in St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Kentville, Father Craig Christenson officiating. Burial will take place in Holy Cross Cemetery, Kentville. Donations may be made in her memory to Fidelis House Society. The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to neighbours on all sides for their friendship and kindness over the years. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.
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Published: July 2, 2006
DUGIE-LOWE, Julia Ellen - 98, Sheet Harbour, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 23, 2006, in Eastern Shore Memorial Hospital, Sheet Harbour. Born December 30, 1907, in Dean, Halifax Co., Julia was a daughter of the late Frederick and Lydia (Dean) Reid. Julia was a member of St. Peter's C.W.L. and a charter member of Maple Leaf Chapter No. 23, Order of Easter Star. She enjoyed playing cards, bingo, reading, quilting and bowling. She is survived by daughters, Arlene (Fred) Keans, Dartmouth; Thelma Adamson, Sheet Harbour; sons, Arthur (Catherine), Sheet Harbour; Elbridge (Katherine), Brighton, Ont.; Robert (Carol) Lowe, Sheet Harbour; stepdaughters, Eva (Orville) Mombourquette, Madeline (Raymond) Hardiman, both of Sheet Harbour; stepsons, John (Mary) Dugie, Sheet Harbour; William (Irene) Dugie, Windsor; sons-in-law, Hugh McAvoy and Reginald Daye; daughters-in-law, Delores Dugie and Janet Lowe; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by husbands, Clyde Lowe and Francis Dugie; daughters, Muriel McAvoy and Helen in infancy; sons, Garnet, Harry, Allister and Wilson Lowe; stepdaughters, Patricia Chittick, Shirley Daye; stepson, Ernest Dugie. Visitation today from 7-9 p.m. for family only, Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with prayers at 7:30 p.m. and Eastern Star service at 7:45 p.m., all in D.S. Crowell & Son Funeral Home, 22558 Main St., Sheet Harbour. Funeral service 11 a.m. Monday, June 26, in St. Peter's Catholic Church, Sheet Harbour, Father Gregory Wolowiec officiating. Burial to follow in St. Andrew's Cemetery, Watt Section. Reception to follow in St. Peter's Church Hall. Family flowers only. Donations in Julia's memory may be made to a charity of your choice. On-line condolences may be sent to: [email protected]
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Published: June 24, 2006
DULONG, John Earnest - 77, Arcadia, passed away Sunday, June 25, 2006, in Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born January 6, 1929, in Bellneck, Yarmouth Co., he was a son of the late Jeremy and Catherine (Melanson) Dulong. He worked at Imperial Mills for a number of years and also owned a garbage business. He was an avid outdoorsman, loved hunting, fishing, sports and music. Surviving are common-law wife, Jennie Muise; daughters, Patsy (Graydon) Hubbard, Amirault's Hill; Mabel Jacquard, Belleville; Joy Dulong, Yarmouth; Donna (Vincent) Dulong, Belleville; stepchildren, Jackie Dulong, Arcadia; Janice (Robert) Amirault, Amirault's Hill; Randy (Laura) Muise, Yarmouth; five grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; five great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by sons, William "Billy" and Paul; brothers, Arthur, Walter, Nelson, Willie, Benny, Albert, Jimmie, Everet; sister, Alice. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today with prayers at 8 p.m. Funeral service will be Wednesday, June 28, at 2 p.m., all in H.M. Huskilson's Memorial Chapel, 29 Albert St., Yarmouth, Deacon Stephen Bourque officiating. Interment will be in Our Lady of Calvary Cemetery, Yarmouth. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Lung Association of Nova Scotia or to a charity of choice. On-line condolences may be send to: [email protected]
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: June 27, 2006
DULONG, Joseph "Fred" - 77, Lower Eel Brook, Yarmouth Co., passed away June 24, 2006, at home. Fred was an outdoorsman, and loved fishing and hunting. He was the son of the late Peter and Vera (Muise) Dulong. He is survived by his sister, Eva Dulong, Central Argyle; nieces, Margo Wilkinson, South Belleville; Diane Muise, Sluice Point; several great-nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. There will be a graveside service Tuesday July 4, at 11 a.m. in Ste. Anne du Ruisseau Cemetery, Father Crepin Khonde officiating. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. On-line condolences may be sent to: [email protected] or you may sign the guestbook on-line at: www.sweenysfuneralhome.net
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: July 3, 2006
DUNN, Emma - 96, Margaree Harbour, passed away June 1, 2006, in Sacred Heart Community Health Centre, Cheticamp. Born in Margaree on November 29, 1909, she was a daughter of late Simon M. LeBlanc and Mary Ann (LeBlanc). She was a member of St. Michael Church, Margaree, and a charter member of St. Michael C.W.L. She had many talents including sewing, painting, cooking and she did a lot of work with the Red Cross. She is survived by brother, Hubert (Margaret), Margaree; sister, Alice LeBlanc, Cheticamp; sister-in-law, Hattie LeBlanc, Margaree, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband, Maurice Dunn on May 5, 2004; brother, Simon Joseph; sisters, Lucy, Phyllis, and Mary Ellen. Visitation 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday in St. Michael Parish Hall, Margaree. Funeral mass will be 10:30 a.m. Monday in St. Michael Church, Margaree, Father Jim MacDonald officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Cheticamp Funeral Services Ltd.
Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: June 3, 2006
DUNN, Karen Marie - 19, Margaree Forks, Inverness County, died August 2,
1992, in Victoria General Hospital. Born in Margaree Forks, she was a
daughter of David and Pauline (Cormier) Dunn, Margaree Forks. She was a
member of St. Michael's Church, East Margaree. She is survived by two brothers,
David Jr., Sheldon, both at home; maternal grandfather, Joseph Cormier,
East Margaree. She was predeceased by her maternal grandmother, Annie Mae
Cormier; paternal grandparents, David and Mary C. Dunn. The body is in St.
Michael's Church, visiting 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, where
funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Rev. Basil Boudreau officiating.
Burial will be in parish cemetery under the direction of Inverness Funeral Home.
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Published: 08/04/92
DUPUIS, Emerise Marie - 79, 10 Mill Ave., Amherst, died February 28, 1995,
in Highland View Regional Hospital, Amherst. Born in St. Andre, N.B., she
was a daughter of the late Saul and Zena (Cormier) Richard. She was a
member of Nativity of Our Lady Parish, Amherst. Surviving are daughters,
Marcella (Mrs. Robert Landry), Amherst; Zena (Mrs. Bernard Boudreau),
Upper Aboujagane, N.B.; son, David, Bridgewater; sisters, Annie LeBlanc,
Fox Creek; Delphine LeBlanc, Memramcook East; Rita MacKenzie, Amherst; nine
grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was
predeceased by her husband, Dolph; brothers, Thomas, Frank; sisters,
Sarah, Marceline, Lea, Alice; grandson, Robert. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today
in Campbell's Funeral Home, Amherst. Funeral 10 a.m. Thursday in Nativity
of Our Lady Church, Rev. David MacDonald officiating. Spring burial in St.
Charles Nativity of Our Lady Cemetery, Amherst.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 03/01/95
DURANT (Doiron), Amelia Ann - 90, Pomquet, Antigonish Co., died December 25,
1994, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Pomquet, she
was a daughter of the late Joseph and Sarah (Delorey) Boudreau. She was a
lifelong resident of Pomquet and a member of Ste. Croix Parish. She was the last
surviving member of her immediate family. Surviving are daughters, Theresa
(Mrs. Raymond Rennie), Rita (Mrs. Moses Benoit), Pomquet; Stella Kopf,
Antigonish; sons, Leo, Linus, Peter, William, Jimmie, Pomquet; Thomas, Joseph,
Halifax; John, Connecticut; 45 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren. She
was predeceased by her husband, Joseph; son, Charles; two infant
daughters; sisters, Natalie, Mary Jane, Bertha; brother, Thomas; grandson,
Paul. Visitation will be 2-5 p.m. today in Ste. Croix Church, Pomquet,
where funeral will be 6:30 p.m. tonight, Rev. P.J. Baccardax officiating.
Spring burial in parish cemetery under the direction of Curry Bros. Funeral
Home, Antigonish. Family flowers only. Donations to Martha Home Health
Care or Pomquet Senior Citizen's Club.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 12/27/94