Roy William Barkhouse 2005 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Roy William Barkhouse, 85, Martin's Point, passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2005, in Harbour View Haven Home for Special Care, Lunenburg. Born at Martin's Point, he was a son of trhe late Alexander and Jennie (Barkhouse) Barkhouse. Roy was a jack-of-all trades; he worked as a carpenter all of his life and repaired small engines. He loved the outdoors, fishing, gardening, and enjoying his family. As a hobby, he carved wooden ducks. Roy was always willing to lend a hand to his neighbours. He was a man with a gentle soul who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by sons, Oral (Denise Forand), Martin's Point; Bradley (Ann), Tantallon; Daniel (Erica Allen), Mason's Beach; and their mother, Gloria Martin, Mader's Cove; sisters, Julia Barkhouse, Martin's Point; Joy (Carl) Davidson, Windsor; brothers, Rueben Barkhouse, Rodney Barkhouse, both of Martin's Point; grandchildren, Katrina and Paige Barkhouse; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by brothers, Arthur, Ralph, Russell, and Hudson. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg, with visitation Thursday from 7-9 p.m. and where the memorial service will be held Friday at 1 p.m., Archdeacon Duane Tanswell officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Harbour View Haven or a charity of your choice.

Jeffrey Oran Woodworth 1977 Bridgewater Bulletin Jeffrey Oran woodworth, 18, of South Ohio, Yarmouth County, died as a result of a car accident late Friday night, October 14, 1977. Born October 4, 1959, in Bridgewater, he was the son of Kenneth and Pauline (Lowe) Woodworth. He was a Grade 12 student at Yarmouth Memorial High and a member of Holy Trinity Church in Yarmouth. The last two summers he spent working with Maritime Tel. and Tel. Company Limited. He leaves to mourn his mother and father; two brothers, Gregory of Hebron; Shawn, at home; three sisters, Kendra and Nadine, at home; Shelley of Halifax; his paternal grandmother, Mrs. Elreta Woodworth of Hemford; and his maternal grandparents, Mrs. Greta Lowe of Hemford and Glen Lowe of Bridgewater; also a sister-in-law, Karen and a niece, Anna of Hebron; a nephew, Kenneth of Halifax. The remains rested at Sweeny's Funeral Home, Yarmouth until 1:30 p.m. Sunday, then taken to Langille's Funeral Home, New Germany. The funeral service was held at Trinity Lutheran Church, New Germany with interment at the Lutheran Cemetery, Monday, October 17, Rev. Rolf Meindl officiating. Pallbearers were Khris and Mike Hjelkrem, Howard and Allan Durkee, Chris Fry, and Stephen Harding, all from Yarmouth.

Rosalie Irene Wentzell 1962 Bridgewater Bulletin Funeral services were held Friday, August 3, in Trinity Lutheran Church by the Rev. Glen O'Connor for baby Rosalie Irene, 10 months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Everett Wentzell, after a short illness. Left to mourn her passing are her father and mother, brothers, Russell and Roger and sister, Roxann; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mader, Sr., Mr. Russell Wentzell of Kentville; Mrs. R. Wentzell of Torbrook; great-grandmother, Mrs. John Slauenwhite. Burial took place in the Lutheran Cemetery. Comforting words were spoken to the bereaved by Pastor O`Connor. In the place of the regular organist, David Zwicker played hymns, "Come Ye Disconsolate" and "There"s a Friend for Little Children."

Outlook - Thursday, 18 November 1954 - Page 4 - Inglis Wallace Welton - Meadowvale - This community was saddened to learn of the sudden death of one of its oldest residents Inglis Wallace Welton, on Wednesday, October 27th at the age of 86 years. He was a lifelong resident of the place, having been born here on August 18th, 1868, the son of the late Walter and Harriet (Banks) Welton. Mr. Welton was twice married, his first wife, the former Minnie Barry of Port Hawkesbury, Cape Breton, predeceased him. Of this union there were two children, a son Ernest, now living in Torbrook and a daughter, Minnie, who predeceased him in 1947. In 1917 he married Edith Petit, formerly of Hertfordshire, England, who survives him. There were two children of this union also, Willard at home, and Irene (Mrs. George Ross) presently residing in Florida, also two grandchildren, Frederick and Edith Ross; three sisters, Ccecilia (Mrs. Neily), Middleton; Blanche (Mrs. G.O. Palmer), Meadowvale, and Estelle (Mrs. Fred Taylor), Wilmot. Three sisters and two brothers predeceased him. The funeral was held from his late home on Monday, November 1st, conducted by Rev. C.W. Cook, a former pastor of this district. Hymns sung were a solo, "Some Day He'll make it Clear to Me" by H.M. Bowlby, "Abide With Me", and "In The Sweet By and By" were sung by the Tremont Choir. Interment was in the family plot at Tremont. Pallbearers were George Uhlman, Harold Baker, Howard Veinott and Alvin Foster. Find A Grave Memorial 146929020

Josephine Swim Maxwell 2009 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Wednesday, August 26, 2009. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Josephine Swim Maxwell, 93, Jordan Branch, passed away in Roseway Manor, Sandy Point, on August 25, 2009. Born in Lockeport in 1915, she was a daughter of the late Manton and Beth (Swim) Nickerson of Cape Island. Josephine was a survivor of the Halifax Explosion. She worked in a cannery for awhile but most of her life was spent being a homemaker. Surviving are her children, sons, Vance (Karen), Brian (Shirley) Maxwell, all of Jordan Branch; daughter, Jennie (Butch) Hogg, Barrington. She was predeceased by her husband, Vance Sr. and son, Dwight, Ontario. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 7-9 p.m. in H.M. Huskilson's Funeral Home, Shelburne. Funeral service will be held on Friday, August 28 at 2 p.m. in H.M. Huskilson's Funeral Chapel, Shelburne with Rev. Norma Mitchell officiating. Interment in Lake John Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Roseway Manor Fund or Anglican Church, Jordan Falls.

Russell David Sawler 2006 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Monday, November 13, 2006. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Russell David "Jerry" Sawler, 62, Western Shore, passed away November 12, 2006, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewtaer. Born at Western Shore, he was a son of the late Clyde and Alice Sawler. He was a qualified plumber in Halifax for many years. He was a member of Royal Canadian Legion, Harding Branch N. 144, Western Shore for 33 years, where he had also served as a past president. He is survived by his companion, Charmaine Boutilier; daughter, Alicia (Dan) Fraser and grandson, Simon, Hopewell; son, Vincent, Truro; sisters, Roxie Bremner, East Chester, Anna Sawler and Nancy Sawler, both of Montreal; brothers, George, Western Shore; Clyde Jr. (Jenny), Gold River; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Andrew David; sister-in-law, Carolyn Sawler; brother-in-law, Wes Bremner. Cremation haas taken place. No visiting. A Legion memorial service will be held 7 p.m. today in Mahone Funeral Home, Mahone Bay. A memorial service will be held 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in St. Mark's Anglican Church, Martin's River, Rev. Robert Brush officiating. Family flowers only. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or St. Mark's Anglican Church through Mahone Funeral Home.

Christian Messenger - Wednesday, 08 January 1862 - Page 15 - Deaths - At Milton, Isaac Tibert, aged 40 years, leaving a wife and two children. Bro. Tibert made a profession of religion by baptism in 1853 and from that time maintained the walk of a consistent and spiritually minded christian, until he joyfully closed his eyes in death by consumption

Madelyn Louise Dolimount 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Thursday, November 30, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Madelyn Louise Dolimount, 85, First Peninsula, died Wednesday, November 29, 2000, in Harbour View Haven Home for Special Care, Lunenburg. Born in Stonehurst, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Emily (MacDonald) Whynacht. She was a member of Central United Church, Lunenburg and a member of the Mary Gormley Unit of the U.C.W. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by daughters, Geraldine and husband Herbie Zinck, Centre; Janet and husband Merlyn Corkum, Lunenburg; Catherine and husband Wayne Risser, Bridgewater; 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, John Joseph; sons, Arthur, Douglas and Robert Dolimount; James "Buddie" Whynacht, two infant children; grandsons,Malcolm and Gregory; great great-grandson, Benjamin; sisters, Leone and Mandy; brothers, Bradford, Douglas, Edwin, and Gerald. Visitation for family only will be this evening from 7-9 p.m. in Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg and from where the funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Rev. Grace Caines-Corkum officiating. Interment will be in Hillcrest Cemetery, Lunenburg. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Central United Church or any charity.

Gerald Roland Broome 2002 Halifax Chronicle Hearld Published: Friday, December 9, 2002. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Gerald Roland Broome, 76, New Russell, passed away peacefully, Saturday, December 7, 2002, in Harbour View Haven Home for Special Care, Lunenburg, after a brave fight with injuries sustained in a farming accident. Born December 3, 1926, in New Russell, he was a son of the late Harry and Eva (Rafuse) Broome. He was a lifelong resident of New Russell and was an avid farmer with a passion for horses and oxen. He was a guide at the Ross Farm Museum for 13 years and after retiring remained active on the family farm. He is survived by his wife, Leodia (Redden); sons, Reid (Carolann) Broome, Halifax; Cameron Broome, New Russell; daughter, Michele Broome, New Russell; grandchildren, Mathias Payne, Samuel Payne, Neal Broome, Thomas Payne, Anastasia Payne; sister, Elta (Rettie) Crossman, Burton, New Brunswick; brother, Ira (Ethel), New Ross; numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters, Evelyn Legge, Lois Fletcher; brothers, Harold and Arnold Broome. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday in H.C. Lindsay Funeral Home, New Ross. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday in New Ross United Baptist Church, Rev. David Hine officiating. Interment in United Baptist Ceemtery, New Ross. A reception to follow in New Ross Legion Hall. Donations may be made to the Harbour View Haven Home for Special Care, United Baptist Church, Ross Farm Museum or a charity of choice.

Keith Henry Corkum 2001 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Wednesday October 31, 2001. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Keith Henry Corkum, 51, Dayspring, died October 30, 2001, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Bridgewater, he was a son of the late Clayton and Eleanor (Fraser) Corkum. He was a crew member on the M.V. Tenacity I, out of LaHave Seafoods. He was an avid outdoorsman. Surviving are his wife, the former Carolyn Tumblin; daughter, Rhonda MacRae (Roddie), Conquerall Bank; brothers, Eric, Liverpool; Ronnie (Nicole), Dayspring; Charles (Barbara), Halifax; sisters, Judy Mercer, Bridgewater; Edith Naugler (Gregory), Camperdown; Linda Abaza (Khalid), Egypt; grandson, Alex MacRae; numerous aunts and uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by son, David. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Thursday in R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville. Funeral service 11 a.m. Friday in Bridgewater United Church, Rev. Ivan Norton officiating. Burial in Dayspring Cemetery. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.

OBIT # 8185 - EVENING NEWS - 20 OCT 1972 New Glasgow- Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Williams, who was one of those instrumental in getting the old pioneers' cemetery tidied up in the south end of the town, died in Vancouver early this month, according to word received here today. The word came in a letter from her son, Dr. D.H. Williams. Mrs. Williams, who had several books of her poems published, visited the area several times after World War II, despite advancing years.She was in her 96th year at the time of death. She had lived in New Glasgow in her youth. Pre-deceased by her husband, Angus Hugh, she is survived by the doctor, Henry Irvine; daughters Isabel Ann and Elsbeth Marion and 24 grandchildren and great grandchildren.

UNKNOWN PAPER - JOSEPH GORDON MACKEEN April 5, 1952. Tatamagouche Mountain, April 14 - After being confined to bed for some years, Joseph Gordon MacKEEN son of the late James MacKEEN and Abigail CROWE, passed away in his 83rd year, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R.W. HARRIS, where he was tenderly cared for by them for over two and one half years. The late Mr. MacKEEN lived all his life on the old homestead in Tatamagouche Mountain Section, where he farmed. He was a long-standing member of the New Annan Congregation and an elder of the Tatamagouche Mountains section of that Congregation for many years. The late Mr. MacKEEN was one of a large family of six sons and five daughters. The only surviving one is Mrs. May HARRIMAN of Malden, Mass., U.S.A., now in her 85th year, travelled from her American home to Nova Scotia by train, arriving in Truro Monday evening April 7, thence by car to Tatamagouche Mountain in order to attend her brother's funeral held on Tuesday April 8 at 2:30 p.m. from the Salem United Church with Rev. R.L. WAGNER officiating. The hymns sung by the choir were, "I came to the Garden", "Meet me There," and "We'll never say good bye in Heaven." Mrs. Helen STEVENSON was organist. Beautiful floral tributes were tokens of sympathy. The pallbearers were neighbours, Harvey MacRAE, Willis STUDIVAN, Alex MacDONALD, Earle MacNUTT and John Will SUTHERLAND and Harry LANGILLE. Interment was at Tatamagouche Mountain Cemetery. Two nieces and two nephews of Massachusetts also survive. (Note: The date is from hand a written copy of this obituary.

Outlook - Thursday, 28 February 1952 - Page 6 - E. Malcolm Welton - The death of E. Malcolm Welton occurred Sunday, Feb. 10th, at the Nova Scotia Sanatorium, Kentville, where he had been a patient for only a few days. He was the son of the late Walter and Harriet Welton and was 66 years of age. A veteran of World War One, and lived most of his life in or near Middleton. The funeral service was held on Tuesday, Feb. 12, at the home of his brother, Inglis Welton, Meadowvale, Rev. F.W. Gordon officiating, with interment at Tremont cemetery. Pallbearers were Edward Wilkins, Harold Banks, Donald Foster and Everett Crocker. Surviving are his widow, three sons, Charles and John at home; and Walter in the Army Service Corps; four daughters, Elmira (Mrs. Edward Wilkins), Port Lorne; Melzina (Mrs. Wilfred Thibeault), Florence and Doris, in Ontario. Also three sisters and one brother, Blanche (Mrs. Outhit Palmer), Middleton; Mrs. Cecilia Neily, also of Middleton; Estelle, Mrs. Fred Taylor. Wilmot, and Inglis at Meadowvale. Find A Grave Memorial 146930328

Marion Pearl McIsaac 2005 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Marion Pearl McIsaac- Born in Northwest on June 12, 1920, died June 7, 2005, in Fishermen's Memorial Hospital, Lunenburg. Afflicited with a severe form of rheumatoid arthritis 25 years ago, she valiantly maintained her household until the time of her hospitalization on May 30, 2005. Marion is survived by her daughter, Deanna (David) Dauphinee, Lunenburg; her granddaughters, Nancy (Mark) Selig, Garden Lots; Debbie, Lunenburg; Tracey (Scott) Hartling, Bridgewater; great-grandchildren, Max, Amy, and Mia Hartling. She will be missed by her precious cat, Tyler. Also surviving are her sister, Verna Feindel and her family, Dorchester, New Brunswick; several nieces and nephews, with whom she was very close. She was predeceased by her husband, Philip; parents, William and Pearl Veneau; sisters, Mae Dares, Olive Walters, Kaye Clarke and brother, Donald Veneau. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg, where the funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Friday. Interment will be in Hillcrest Cemetery, Lunenburg. The family has requested no visitation at the funeral home. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to The Arthritis Society, SHAID Tree Animal Shelter or a charity of your choice.

Mrs. Laurie Hiltz 1942 Bridgewater Bulletin Friends throughout the province were saddened to learn of the passing of Florence Grace, wife of Laurie Hiltz, of Lake Ramsay, which occurred at the D.M. Hospital, Bridgewater, on Sunday, August 9th. The late Mrs. Hiltz had been seriously ill for the past six weeks and her passing at the early age of 38 years is deeply regretted by a wide circle of friends. Mrs. Hiltz was before marriage Miss Florence Grace Powers, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Powers of Pinehurst. She was twice married. Her first husband was Arnold Meisner and of this marriage, a son, Arnold, who resides with his grandparents in Pinehurst, survives. Her second husband was Laurie Hiltz of Lake Ramsay. Mrs. Hiltz had been an efficient and popular school teacher, and had taught for thirteen years in Lunenburg County and for three years in Worcester, Massachusetts. She will be fondly remembered by former pupils as a kind and understanding teacher. For a number of years, she resided in New Germany, where she was primary teacher in North Rosedale School and during that time she was leader of young people's work in the Lutheran Church. She also took an active part in community life at Lake Ramsay. Surviving are her husband; son, Arnold; her parents; three sisters, Miss Maie Powers, Bridgewater; Stella, Mrs. J.A. Graham, Economy; Verna, Mrs. G.B. Stewart, Bridgewater; and two brothers, Harris and Willis of New Germany. Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, New Germany HILTZ Florence Grace 1904-1942 MEISNER C. Arnold died March 29, 1927. 24 years

New Germany Man Dies in Boston 1927 Halifax Chronicle Herald New Germany, March 3- Harris Powers left on Tuesday morning for Boston where he was called by his sister, Mrs. Arnold Meisner, whose husband died on Tuesday in the Worcester Hospital. Mr. Meisner, who was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Meisner of Stanley Section, about four months ago, injured himself while lifting a heavy weight, which caused hemmorhage of the lungs which ended in death. The deceased was only 23 years of age, successful in business and highly respected by all who knew him. Besides his paresnts, a sister, Miss Alice Meisner, Mrs. Stuart Hirtle of Boston; three brothers, a widow and a week old infant are left to mourn their loss. The body will be brought home for interment.

OBIT # 8183- EVENING NEWS - 13 FEB 1973 Stellarton- Mrs. Arthur Whyte, 100 North Foord St., one of this town's most respected senior citizens, died Monday at the Aberdeen Hospital at the age of 87. She was the former Etta Louise Smith, daughter of the late George and Agnes (Cruickshank) Smith.She had been a resident of Iron Ore, for over 40 years and for the past fifteen years had made her home here where she was well and widely known. She was a former member of St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, East River, and for many years a member of First Presbyterian Church here. Mrs. Whyte was a Life Member of the WMS of the Presbyterian Church in Canada and a valued member of the Senior WMS of First Church here. She is survived by her husband, three daughters, Gladys (Mrs. Clarence Best,Sr.), Ethel (Mrs. Laurel Flinton), both of New Glasgow, Vivian Joyce (Mrs. Harvey Ryan), RR1, Westville; a son, George, St. Catherine's , Ont.; seven grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Hiram, Country Harbor and Lindsay, Hopewell. She was predeceased by a daughter, Ruth, several sisters and one brother. The remains will rest at the H.C. MacQuarrie Funeral Home after 7 o'clock this evening and the funeral will be held from there on Thursday at 2 p.m. with the interment to follow in Sunnybrae Cemetery.

UNKNOWN PAPER - MRS. LESLIE CAMERON 1978. Tatamagouche - Mrs. Leslie CAMERON, 84, died Friday, July 7, in the Lillian Fraser Memorial Hospital. Born in Keble, she was the former Margaret Stella MINGO, a daughter of the late Joseph and Agnes (FORBES) MINGO. She was a member of the United Church in Middleton. Surviving are her husband Leslie, five sons and five daughters. Albert, New Glasgow, Aubrey, Austin, and James, Tatamagouche, Henry, Truro, Mrs. Thelma VENO, Viva (Mrs. Otis TATTRIE), Mrs. Wilena TATTRIE, Corinne (Mrs. Freeman LANGILLE) all of Tatamagouche, and Lila (Mrs. Howard FORBES) Pugwash, 30 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren, and one great-great- grandchild. She was predeceased by two sisters. A family service was held Sunday evening at MacLeod's Funeral Home, Denmark led by Rev. Ken ROBINSON. The largely attended funeral was held Monday, July 10, from Sharon United Church, Tatamagouche. Rev. Ken ROBINSON officiating. The favourite hymn of the deceased "In the Garden" was sung by the quartet, Jock COULTER sung a solo, "How Great Thou Art". Honorary pallbearers were Woodrow TAYLOR, Howard ELLIOT, Ernest CAMERON, Charles ROSS, and Donald KEELER. Pallbearers were Cameron VENO, Phillip VENO, Eric FORBES, Boyd TATTRIE, and Trueman TATTRIE, all grandsons of the deceased. The grandchildren carried the flowers. Burial was in Lockerby Cemetery, Tatamagouche. (Note: Written on another copy of this obituary is 1977.)

Chronicle Herald - Friday, 21 April 1978 - Page 31 - Mrs. Morley A. Welch - Tremont - Mrs. Morley A. Welch, 79, of Tremont, formerly of Wolfville, died Wednesday in Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Born in Diligent River, she was the former Evelyn Beatrice Canning, a daughter of the late Henry and Jessica (Baxter) Canning. She was a former member of Wolfville Baptist Church, the choir, a member of the I.O.D.E., a former member of the Sweet Adeline Barber Shoppers. She was a retired retail merchant, Evelyn's Ladies and Children's Wear, Wolfville, and former member of the University Choral group. Surviving besides her husband are a son Ronald, Tremont; two brothers, Hedley, Londonderry; Earl, Newton Mills; two sisters, Frances (Mrs. Wilfred Wier), Windsor; Mrs. Irene Spicer, Parrsboro; and a grandchild. She was predeceased by three brothers, Chapman, Emerson and Presley, a sister Marguerite, and a granddaughter. The body is at Warren T. Roop Funeral Home, Middleton, Funeral service will be Saturday at 2:30 p.m. in Tremont Baptist Church, Rev. John Leddicote officiating. Burial will be in Tremont cemetery. Donations may be made to Tremont Baptist Church cemetery fund. Find A Grave Memorial 146593494

Mrs. Hugh D. Rhodenizer 1968 Bridgewater Bulletin Mrs. Ida Fanella Rhodenizer, widow of Hugh D. Rhodenizer, passed at her residence, 9 Alexandra Avenue on Wednesday, October 9th., at the age of 87 years. Born at West Northfield, she was the only daughter of the late Charles and Amelia (Rhodenizer) Feener. She is survived by four sons, Charles, West Northfield; Raymond, Fred, and Aubrey L., Bridgewater; one daughter, Hilda (Mrs. Neil Sharpham), Halifax; eight grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren. One son, Lawrence, predeceased her in 1932. Funeral services were held from Bridgewater United Church on October 11th., at 2:00 p. conducted by Rev. R.H. Mills. Mrs. Helen Killam was organist and the choir was in attendance. Pallbearers were grandsons, Stuart, Freddie Jr., David, and Glen Rhodenizer, Neil Sharpham, and grandson-in-law, Ralph Zinck. Interment was in Maple Grove Cemetery at West Northfield.