Silas O. Woodworth 1948 Bridgewater Bulletin Hemford, February 23- This community was again saddened by the passing of Silas Woodworth on Saturday afternoon, February 14, at the age of 80 years and 5 months. Although in failing health for some time, he was only confined to his bed for two weeks. Born at Simpson's Corner, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Silas Woodworth and was the last surviving member of that family. Deceased was a highly respected citizen of Hemford, where he resided since his marriage to Ceretha Mailman, on January 29, 1889 and who predeceased him seven months ago. In his younger years he was active in all community affairs and was ever willing to offer his services toward all things pertaining to the welfare of his home and community. The deceased is survived by four sons and one daughter, (Cora) Mrs. Charles Markey, Marlboro, Massachusetts; Lowell of Bridgewater; Oren, Hemford; Carson, Marlboro; and Ivan, Simpson's Corner, with whom he resided since the passing of his wife and who tenderly cared for him in his last sickness. There are also 23 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Two sons and one daughter also predeceased him. The funeral, which was largely attended, was held on Monday afternoon and was conducted by Rev. S.G. MacQueen, of the United Church, of which the deceased was a member. After a brief service at the home of his son, Ivan, the service was continued at the church. Hymns sung were "Safe in the Arms of Jesus," "Hiding in Thee," "Jeus, Keep Me Near the Cross," "Work for the Night is Coming," and "The Old Rugged Cross." Members of Primrose Lodge, I.O.O.F., of which the deceased was a member, attended in a body and conducted the committal service at the church and graveside. The pall bearers were Brother Odd Fellows, Allison Silver, Carl Hart, Howard Silver, and James McIntyre. Interment was made in the family plot at Hemford. Farewll, dear father, thy work is o'er, Thy willing hands will toil no more, A loving father, kind and true, No one on earth we'll find like you.

Nellie B. Eisnor 1984 Bridgewater Bulletin Nellie Eisnor, 94, of Stanubrne, passed away March 29, 1984, at the D.M. Hospital. Born at Upper Northfield in 1889, she was the daughter of the late Ezrom and Permilla (Raimey) Eisnor. She was the last surviving member of her family and the oldest resident of the community. She is survived by a daughter, Jean; two grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Inez; four sisters, Idella, Grace, Ida, and Irene; three brothers, Harry, Guy, and Willard and three great grandchildren. The funeral was held on March 31, 1984, at 2 p.m. at Epworth United Church with Rev. Gary Patterson officiating. Mrs. George Zwicker was organist. Two favourite hymns of the deceased were rendered beautifully by Mary Jo Patterson. The pallbearers were Pearlie, Burpee, and Joe Slauenwhite and Douglas Morton. Interment took place at the Indian Brook Cemetery.

Harold William Bleasdale 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Monday, April 17, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Harold William Bleasdale, 81, Halifax, died April 14, 2000, in Fairview Villa. Born at Mahone Bay, he was a son of the late William C. and Hattie Edith (Hirtle) Bleasdale. He worked as a refrigeration operator at Dalhousie University Rink for many years. Surviving are sister, Jean Schnare, Halifax; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Gerald, Donald, Frank, Eric, Stanley in infancy. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, funeral 11 a.m. Tuesday, both in J.A. Snow Funeral Home, Halifax. Burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Lower Sackville.

George Venice Wilneff 2005 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte George Venice Wilneff, 74, Northwest, passed away on Saturday, July 16, 2005, in the VG Site, QEII, Halifax. Born in Riverport, he was the son of the late Venice and Althea (Conrad) Wilneff. George was employed for 40 years as a sheet metal worker with Atlantic Bridge, Lunenburg. He was an avid woodworker and enjoyed his family cottage. He was a member of Central United Church, Lunenburg. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew him. He is survived by his wife, the former Shirley Spindler; daughters, Nancy (Scott) Miller, Gillam, Manitoba; Kathy (Michael) Mulle, Blockhouse; son, David, Halifax; brother, Robert, Oakhill; grandchildren, Zackary, Cassandra, Barrett, Jennifer, and Jonathan. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg, where the memorial service will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m. with Rev. Grace Caines-Corkum officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Central United Church Organ Fund, Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of your choice.

OBIT # 8053- UNKNOWN PAPER - 28 NOVEMBER 1969 Stellarton- A former resident of this town, Mrs. J.S. Spinney, who had resided on Claremont Avenue for many years died Friday afternoon in hospital in London, Ont. Mrs. Spinney was 81 and was the former Annie Cummings of Debert. She was a member of Sharon St. John United Church and of the Silver Cross Mother's Remembrance Association. She is survived by three sons: Kenneth, Stellarton; Donald, Grimsby, Ont.; Clarence, Toronto; two daughters: Evelyn (Mrs. Peter MacLellan), London, Ont.; Mary (Mrs. Walter Bigelow), New Hampshire; and one brother, Earl Cummings, Debert. She was predeceased by her husband in 1943 and by a son, James William, with the Air Force in the Second World War. The remains will rest at the R.H. Porter Funeraal Home late Sunday afternoon and the funeral will be held from there on Monday at 2 p.m., with interment in Brookside Cemetery.(*Brookside Cemetery: Spinney, Jacob S. 8 Nov 1879 - 11 Aug 1943 Annie B. Cummings(w) 9 Aug 1888- 28 Nov 1969)

UNKNOWN PAPER - MARY MACBURNIE 1961. Malagash, April 18 - Residents of this community were saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Mary Bell, wife of Norman MacBURNIE, at the Fraser Memorial Hospital, Tatamagouche, on April 11, in her 68th year. She was born at Malagash Point on April 12, 1893, the daughter of the late Robert and Bessie STUDIVAN. For many years she was the organist of St. James Church at Upper Malagash, and was also a piano music teacher in the community for many years. She was a member of the United Church of Canada, and a member of Purity Rebekah Lodge, No. 105, at Malagash. She is survived by her husband, two daughters, (Viola), Mrs. Alfred MacCARTHY, Sheet Harbour, and (Eileen), Mrs. Gilbert LANGILLE, Fairview and three sons, Robert MacBURNIE, Pugwash, James MacBURNIE, Windsor, Ontario, and Alex MacBURNIE, Malagash. Also surviving, is a sister, Miss Florence STUDIVAN of Amherst, and 12 grandchildren. The funeral service was held Thursday, April 13, at St. James Church, Upper Malagash. Rev. John TOUCHIE, minister of the Malagash-Wallace charge of the United Church, officiated, and spoke highly of the attributes of the deceased as a wife, mother and friend. Thy hymns, "How Sweet the Name of Jesus SOUNDS," and, "The Lord is My Shepherd", were beautiful rendered by a mixed quartette, with Mrs. John G. GERGUSON, of Bayhead, organist. The pallbearers were Harold SMITH, Urban SMITH, George LANGILLE, Havelock ST. CROIX, Rumano LOCKE and Otis CLARK. Interment was in Lockerby Cemetery at Tatamagouche, with H.R. BONNYMAN Funeral Director. The floral offerings were many and beautiful, a token of love and esteem in which the deceased was held.

Carolyn Jean Dorey 2005 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Carolyn Jean Dorey, 60, Bridgewater, passed away July 11, 2005, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Bridgewater, she was a daughter of the late Temery John and Hazel Marie (Veinot) Dorey. She is survived by her sister, Donna Lee (Ralph) Mercer; nieces, Tammy (Stewart) Skinner and Tina Marie; great-nieces, Bailee and Josie Skinner. Visitation will be held today from 7-9 p.m. in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday in Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Bridgewater, Father Robert Coote officiating. Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery, Bridgewater. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice.

Audrey Crouse-Bigham 1981 Bridgewater Bulletin Audrey Crouse-Bigham served as a nursing supervisor at several area hospitals. She died of cancer, October 24, at Mount Sinai Medical Centre. She was 45. Mrs. Bigham, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Everett Crouse, of West Northfield, lived in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. She received her nurse's training in Canada, before going to Cleveland and joining the staff at Mount Sinai. She became head nurse before leaving there in 1966. >From 1966 to 1968 she was head psychiatric nurse at the Hanna Pavilian of Lakeside Hospital. She returned to Canada for studies and received a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing in 1972. Later, she held positions at Huron Road and Woodruff Hospitals before being named director of nursing at Baldwin Manor Nursing Home. Sshe earned a Master's Degree from Case Western Reserve University last year and was named physchiatric nurse and clinican at St. Luke's Hospital, where she did council and group therapy for adults and children. She is survived by her husband, Jack W.; stepchildren, Barbara Ann,Jack W. Jr., and Bonnie Jean; two sisters, Marion (Mrs. Rex Bruhm) and Naomi (Mrs. LeRoy Oickle), both of West Northfield; and two brothers, Earl of West Northfield and Aubrey of Bedford.

Mrs. Robert Wentzell 1936 Bridgewater Bulletin The death of Mrs. Robert Wentzell occurred at her home on Thursday, January 22nd, after an illness of six weeks at the age of 70 years. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Aseph Oickle of Lower Northfield. She is survived by her husband; one daughter, June, wife of Albert Veinot of Blockhouse. Her younger daughter, Lillian, predeceased her three years ago at Berlin, New Hampshire, wife of Albert E. Smith. She leaves eight grandchildren, four of whom she cared for after the death of their mother, until her illness. They mourn a devoted grandmother. The funeral was held on Friday afternoon at the Union Church following a brief service at the home. Rev. M. Ott, rector of the English Church, New Germany, officiated. The deceased was a devoted member of the English Church.

Walter Edward Lantz 2004 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: November 29, 2004. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Walter Edward Lantz, 78, a resident of Shoreham Village Home, Chester, formerly of Marriott's Cove, died peacefully with family at his side, November 27, 2004, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born at Marriott's Cove, he was a son of the late Laurie and Hilda (Patterson) Lantz. He was a member of Aenon United Baptist Church, Chester Basin. He was employed at Mahone Auto and Wood Motors, Halifax, for many years and Anil Plant, East River (Louisiana Pacific) and later operated his own business, Lantz Auto Repair, Chester Basin. Walter is survived by his wife, Olive (Hatt), also a resident of Shoreham Village Home; sons, Lester and Nelson, both of Chester Basin; sisters, Muriel (Albert) Webber, Loreen (Paul) Bremner, Chester; Jean (Sutherland) Collicutt and Lena (Kenneth) Zwicker, Chester Basin; grandchildren, Laurie (Lisa), William Joseph, Shawna, and Brandon; three great-grandchildren. He was predeceaased by a sister and brother in infancy; his daughter-in-law, Frances. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today in Davis Funeral Home, Chester. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday in Aenon United Baptist Church, Chester Basin, Rev. Leo Gallant officiating. Burial in Lakeview Cemetery, Chester Basin. Flowers from the immediate family only. Memorial donations may be made to the Shoreham Village Bus Fund or Parkinson's Society of Canada, Maritime Region. Arrangements are entrusted to Davis Funeral Home, Chester.

Pearl Virginia Morris 2001 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Monday, January 8, 2001. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Pearl Virginia Morris, at her residence, 16 Happy Valley Lane, St. Stephen, New Brunswick, Sunday, January 7, 2001. Pearl Virginia Morris, widow of Verne M.Morris of St. Stephen. Daughter of the late John Daniel and Regina E. (Zinck) Myra of Riverport. Survived by one sister, Madge Nauss of Riverport; three nephews and two nieces. Predeceased by brothers, Scott and Clayton. Resting in the S.O. Mehan and Son Funeral Home Limited, St. Stephen. Visiting at the funeral home on Tuesday, January 9, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held from the Kirk-McColl United Church, King Street, St. Stephen on Wednesday, January 10, 2001, at 2 p.m., with Rev. Linda Thomas officiating. Interment in St. John's Evangelist Anglican Cemetery, Fredericton. In lieu of flowers, remembrances to Kirk-McColl Church Building Fund or the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of one's choice would be appreciated by the family.

OBIT # 8051 - EVENING NEWS - 28 JUNE 1971 New Glasgow- Typesetter and sports writer, John Dwyer Smith, died at his home, 141 MacIntosh Street, Sunday morning after a two month's illness. Known as "Tiger Jack" from his youthful days in sport, he was 64. A native of Dartmouth, he was a son of Sydney and Mary Dwyer Smith and spent all his days from boyhood in New Glasgow. He joined the staff of The Evening News 47 years ago, contributing to the sports page and the editorial page. He was uniquely able to write his stories and comments directly on the linotype. During the war years he collaborated with the late W.T. Hayden, K.C., in turning out a weekly digest of local news which was prepared so it could be clipped and sent to men in the services overseas and across Canada. Thousands were mailed out and gratefully received by men hungry for word of what was going on at home. Mr. Smith is survived by his wife, the former Margaret Hall, and two children by a previous marriage, Gordon and Ruth(Mrs. Eldridge Livingstone), seven grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Ruth Patterson in Halifax. The body is at the R.H. Porter Funeral Home where the funeral service will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. Interment will be in Lorne Street Cemetery.

0057 - DANIEL WILLARD LEPPER September 1976. Tatamagouche - Daniel Willard LEPPER, 64, of Tatamagouche died Thursday in Colchester Country Hospital. Born in Oliver Col. Co., he was the son of the late John and Clara (BETTS) LEPPER. Surviving are his wife the former Mary CAROLL, three daughters Joan (Mrs. John MATHESON) Ottawa, Betty (Mrs. Donald MATHESON) Denmark, Wanda (Mrs. Eric CAMERON) Tatamagouche, eight grandchildren, a sister Pearl (Mrs. Walter CRAIG) Ayr, Ont., and a brother Lloyd, Oliver. He was predeceased by two sons Gregory and Douglas, a brother Aubrey and a sister Edith. The body is at his residence. Funeral service will be held Sunday 2:30 p.m. in the West New Annan United Church Rev Morley BENTLEY officiating. Burial will be in the Bell Gift Cemetery New Annan.

Ora Vivian Wentzell 2005 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Ora Vivian Wentzell, 90, Grand View Manor, Berwick, formerly of Middleton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 20, 2005, in the manor. Born on September 12, 1914, in Milton, Queens County, she was a daughter of the late George A. and Rebina (Westhaver) Martin. As a young lady she married John "Edison" Wentzell and they resided in Middleton throughout their married life. She is survived by her children, Murray, Maitland; Gerald (Julie), Upper Dyke; Eleanor Hornung, Kentville; Noreen (George) Brien, Centreville; Yvonne (Ralph) Mercer, Aylesford; 15 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; one great great-grandchild. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was predeceased by her husband, J. Edison; one sister and five brothers. Cremation has taken place. No visitation by family request. A private family funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 23, in White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Rev. Ray A. Francis officiating. Burial will take place in Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, Kings County. Donations in memory may be made to Grand View Manor. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.

George Cecil Freeman 2005 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte George Cecil Freeman, 102, Meadowbrook Manor, South Brookfield, formerly of Buckfield, died Sunday, April 24th, 2005, in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool. Born in Buckfield, he was a son of the late Robie and Cora (Arenburg) Freeman. He was a former highway superintendent and retired in 1970 from lumbering and farming. He was a member of the Buckfield United Baptist Church for 75 years. He is survived by daughters, Juna (Royce) Martin, Caledonia; Doris (Harris) Weagle, Buckfield; Myrna (Kendall) Crouse, North Brookfield; grandson, Alan; sister, Mildred Wile, Waterloo; brother, Lincoln, Greenfield. He was predeceased by his wife, Muriel (Ramey); half-sisters, Margaret and Ada; brothers, Banford, Wilfred, Charlie, Everett, and Hardy; half-brothers, Arthur, Ralph, and Clarence. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 26, from 7-9 p.m. in Chandlers' Funeral Chapel, Liverpool. Funeral service will be Wednesday, April 27, at 2 p.m. in Buckfield United Baptist Church, Rev. Tom Davidson officiating. Burial will be in Pinerest Cemetery, Greenfield. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Buckfield United Baptist Church or Meadowbrook Manor, South Brookfield.

OBIT # 8049 - EVENING NEWS - 22 JAN 1972 Westville- Frank Smith, Pictou, died Friday morning in his 76th year. Born in Brookland, Pictou Co., he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. David Smith. Mr. Smith was a carpenter by trade, having lived the greater part pf his life in Thorburn. He had been a resident of Pictou for the past five years. Surviving is a step-daughter Mrs. Chris Sperdakes, Halifax; and three sisters: Miss Margaret Smith, Mrs. Bessie Fraser, and Mrs. Grace Mattie, Trenton. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Eva Forrestall, and three brothers: Alex, Louis and James. The remains are resting at Eagles Funeral Home, from where the funeral will be held on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Interment will be in Heatherdale Memorial Gardens.

UNKNOWN PAPER - DANIEL B. CLONEY Age 75, 1976. Tatamagouche - Died Thursday in Weir's Nursing Home Truro N.S. Born in Mount Pleasant, Cumberland Co. he was the son of the late Edward and Marie (DICKIE) CLONEY. He was a farmer and lumberman. He is survived by his wife the former Sadie WARD, two daughters Eileen (Tatamagouche), Dorothy (Mrs. Jack SHAE) Truro Heights. A son Harold, Tatamagouche, a brother William, River Heights and eight grandchildren. He was predeceased by three sisters and one brother. The body is at Colter's Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held 3:30 p.m. Sunday in West New Annan United Church, Rev. Morley BENTLY officiating. Burial will be in Bill Gift Cemetery.

Arthur Brian Langille 2005 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Arthur "Brian" Langille 35, East Port Medway, died tragically as a result of a boating accident near Indian Point, East Port Medway, on May 28, 2005. The accident also took the life of his cousin, Jamie Westhaver. Born in Halifax, he was a son of Wayne and Janie (Wethaver) Langille, Cherry Hill. A longtime fisherman for many years, he owned and operated West Nova Drywall. He loved the out of doors, enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a "jack- of-all- trades." Besides his parents, he is survived by his wife, Ann (McInnis) Langille; daughters, Kayla Elizabeth and Erica Christine; sons, Matthew Brian and Jordan Edward; brothers, Wayne (Cynthia), Halifax; Walter, Robert (Amanda), Cherry Hill; sister, Theresa (Stephen) Wentzell, Liverpool; nephew, Brandon; nieces, Natasha, Kelsey, and Aliesha Langille and his extended family of aunts, uncles, and cousins on the South Shore, Halifax, Cape Breton, and New Brunswick. He was predeceased by maternal grandparents, Buddy Kenneth and Theresa Ann (Campbell),Westhaver; paternal grandmother, Mildred (Levy) Langille and Uncle Walter "Wally" Langille. A memorial service was held on June 11 in Milton Baptist Church. His body was recovered July 2, 2005, in Long Cove and cremation has taken place. The graveside service will be held Friday, July 15, at 7 p.m. in East Port Medway Community Cemetery, Rev. Dr. Leslie McCurdy officiating. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to the family through Chandlers' Funeral Home, Liverpool.

Cecil Raymond Feener 2005 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Cecil Raymond Feener, 76, Dartmouth, passed away at home after a courageous fight with cancer on Wednesday, July 13, 2005. Born December 31, 1928, in New Albany, Annapolis County, he was a son of the late Ernest and Emma (Varner) Feener. Cecil worked as a shovel operator with Conrad Brothers Limited for over 35 years. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing, camping, and gardening. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Annie "Ann" (Haughn) Feener; daughter, Heather (Ronald) Bayers, Dartmouth; stepson, Gary (Judy) Fraser, Truro; brothers, Douglas (Joan), New Albany; James, Kentville; Ron, New Albany; Roy, Dartmouth; sisters, Shirley (Jack) Somers, Eastern Passage; Joan (Vincent) Gaul, New Albany; sisters-in-law, Diane Feener, Kingston; Betty Feener, Annapolis Valley; grandchildren, Craig (Gladys), Sherry (Steven), Angela, Evan; great-grandchildren, Keagan, Riley, Kaela. He was predeceased by brothers, Mervyn and Carl; sisters, Verna Whynott and Ruby Embrett. Arrangements are entrusted to Atlantic Funeral Home, Dartmouth, where the funeral service will be held on Friday, July 15, at 2 p.m. in the chapel, Rev. Martin Zwicker officiating. Interment in Dartmouth Memorial Gardens. Reception will follow in Atlantic Funeral Home Family Reception Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society.

Sheila Ann Parker 2005 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Sheila Ann Parker, 44, LaBelle, Queens County, died July 10, 2005, at home. Born in Bridgewater, she was a daughter of Marguerite (Nowe) Mailman, Pleasant River and the late LeRoy Mailman. She was recently employed by Southwest Regional School Board. Surviving are her husband, Murray; daughter, Stephanie, at home; sister, Dale (Larry) Forrest; brothers, Dan (Debbie), Blaine (Shelley), all of Pleasant River; Donnie (Rose), Baker Settlement; Neil Fancy, Bridgewater; numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by stepfather, Charles Fancy and niece, Dawn. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today in R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville. Funeral service 1 p.m. Friday in Greenfield United Baptist Church, Pastor Tom Davidson officiating. Burial in Baker Settlement Cemetery. Flowers will be accepted. Memorial donations may be made to the Epilepsy Association of Nova Scotia or Lung Association of Nova Scotia.