Mrs. Hannah Bezanson 1931 Progress Enterprise Published: New Germany News, December 2, 1931. There passed away at Northfield on Saturday, November 21st., Mrs. Hannah Barkhouse Bezanson, wife of the late George Bezanson. The departed, aged 90 years, who lived with her son, Jacob Silver, was in good health until within a short time of her death. In religious belief, she was a Baptist and a godly life spoke the reality of her Christian profession. Rev. W.R. MacWalker conducted the funeral service on Monday afternoon, speaking from the text," He that doeth the will of God abideth forever." One son, Jacob Silver of Northfield and one daughter, Mrs. Rose of Grand Pre survive her.

OBIT # 5390 - EVENING NEWS - 15 JUNE 1953 Westville- Old friends here learned with regret of the recent passing of MRS. J. C. MacDONALD in Edmonton. She was a widow of the late DR. J CLYDE MacDONALD, who once practised medicine here before going west. Mrs. MacDonald was in her eighty-third year and is survived by a daughter, Mrs. K. C. MacLEOD of Grimshaw; three sons, Major P. S. MacDONALD of Vallejo, Calif; Ald. J. C. MacDONALD and C. A. MacDONALD, both of Edmonton; seven grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. During the years following the First World War, Mrs. MacDonald served as President of the Children's Aid Society when the home for underpriviledged children was built. She was active in the IODE, the First Baptist Church Women's Auxiliary, the Women's Conservative Club. She and Mr.MacDonald moved to Edmonton in 1912; he died in 1938.

UNKNOWN PAPER - SEPTEMBER 1929 HUGHENA SUTHERLAND - There passed away to her eternal rest at Victoria General Hospital, Halifax, Sept. 27, 1929, Miss Hughena SUTHERLAND, late resident of The Falls. Miss SUTHERLAND was a patient at the hospital for some weeks receiving radium treatment and apparently was making good progress when suddenly she was stricken low and God called her home. Of a quiet and retiring nature she was a most loveable character, and those who knew and loved her will not soon forget her sunny and cheerful disposition. She was specially a friend to the needy and wherever a Helping Hand was needed she was always there, ready and willing to do what she could. She will be much missed by the W.M.S. of which she was a member and where her presence was always a joy and an inspiration to the other members. The funeral will take place this afternoon from her late home at The Falls. Her pastor, Rev. R.P. MURRAY will conduct services at the home and at the grave. Much sympathy is extended to the sorrowing brother and sister in their sad bereavement.

Mrs. Deborah Pickels 1902 Progress Enterprise Published: November 26, 1902. Mrs. Deborah Pickels, wife of Jacob Pickels, died early Monday morning, 24th.inst., of paralysis. Mrs. Albert Zwicker of Mahone, Mrs. Pettingrew of Porto Rico; Mrs. Rand of Augusta, Maine; and Miss Lois Pickels are daughters and Harris of Port Medway and William of Nictaux are sons of the deceased.

Mabel C. Zinck 1913 Progress Enterprise Published: November 12, 1913. The death occurred on Monday morning of Mabel C., infant daughter of Captain Eleazer Zinck at the age of six months. The funeral takes place this afternoon.

Mrs. Melissa M. Drew 1913 Progress Enterprise Published: November 12, 1913. The death occurred at Saint John, Thursday, of Mrs. Melissa M. Drew, widow of Mr. L.W. Drew, of Petite Riviere, in her 73rd. year. Mrs. Drew was an old resident of Petite Riviere and went to reside at the home of her niece, Miss Spike, Mahogany Road, Fairville, New Brunswick, about five months ago.

Dorothy Mary Meisner 1992 Halifax CHronicle Herald Dorothy Mary Meisner, 86, Halifax, formerly of New Germany, died December 26, 1992, in the Halifax Infirmary. Born at Hastings, Annapolis County, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Mary (Ramey) Meisner. Prior to retirement, she was a secretary with Canadian National Railway, Halifax, and a member of St. Paul's Anglican Church, Halifax. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was predeceased by four brothers, Frank, Ralph, Harold, and Fred. The body is in New Germany Funeral Home. Funeral will be 10 a.m. today in St. John-in-the-Wilderness Anglican Church, New Germany, Rev. Peter Armstrong officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Donations may be made to St. John-in-the-Wilderness Anglican Church Cemetery Fund or Building Fund.

Captain John Haughn 1913 Progress Enterprise Published: November 12, 1913. The body of Captain John Haughn who died in the hospital at Halifax Friday was forwarded Saturday by the H.&S.W. Railway to Bridgewater enroute to LaHave, his home, for interment. Captain Haughn was 79 years of age. His widow was in the city at the time of his death.

Lakeside Cemetery, New Canada ZWICKER Nursing Sister Alice L. Zwicker 1878-1931 Mrs. Joseph Zwicker 1931 A Maine Newspaper The whole community is much shocked and saddened at the sudden death of Mrs. Alice L. MacKay-Zwicker, wife of Joseph Zwicker of China, who passed away last Wednesday at the Thayer Hospital, Waterville, with meningitis of the brain, having been ill but three days. She was born in Halifax (should probably be New Canada) 49 years ago, graduated from the nursing training hospital there and was one of the first Canadian nurses who volunteered for service in the World War. She had four and one half years service abroad, being in England, Scotland, France, and Belgium. Ten years ago she married Joseph Zwicker of New Germany, Nova Scotia and later they came to China, buying a farm here. Mrs. Zwicker was a member of the China Baptist Church and of Silver Lake Grange. She was a woman of high Christian character and principles, whose firm faith in God was translated and embodied into her every day life, full of kindly deeds of love and helpfulness. She was often ministering to the sick and suffering and her last work on earth was that of caring for a dying neighbour. The church has lost a most efficient and faithful worker and all the community mourns the passing of this good woman. Mrs. Zwicker leaves a husband; one brother, J.C. MacKay of Mt. Vernon, Maine; and three sisters of Nova Scotia. The funeral services were held at the church on Thursday forenoon, Rev. E.E. Harris giving a true and tender tribute to the life of the departed one. Mrs. Zwicker was a great lover of flowers and every Sunday last summer, she brought them for the church altar and so it seemed most fitting that her casket should be covered with flowers given by the church, the Grange, the Dorcas Society, and by relatives and friends. The burial will be at Halifax (should be New Canada), Nova Scotia.

W. Murray Heisler 1980 W. Murray "Dup" Heisler, age 71, of 72 Prince Street, Lunenburg, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 1980, at the Victoria General Hospital, Halifax. Born at Lunenburg, he was the son of the late Samuel and Sophie (Miller) Heisler. Murray lived all his life in Lunenburg and was a retired stationary engineer from the National Sea Products wherehe was employed for 48 years. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing as well as baseball, curling, hockey, and track. He was a member of the Brittlebones Skating Club since its beginning, only putting up his skates when he was 69. He was a retired member of the Lunenburg Volunteer Fire Department, serving for 27 years. He is survived by his wife, the former Hilda Beck; son, Douglas of Bridgewater and daughter, Dorothy Cullimore of Bridgewater; seven grandchildren, Carol Ann (Mrs. Gerald Goodine), Lunenburg; Patsy (Mrs.Cecil Bouther), Martin's Brook; Sharon (Mrs. Doug Dorey), First South; Marilyn (Mrs. Clyde Blackmore), St. John's; Doug Jr., Ontario; Sheila, Bridgewater; and Betty, Bridgewater; five great-grandchildren, Terry, Tony, Martin's Brook; Jennifer, Lunenburg; Christopher, St. John's; and Neil, First South; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Charles two years ago. The body rested at the Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg, until Saturday, My 10 at 2 p.m., when funeral service was held at Zion's Lutheran Church, Lunenburg with Rev. James Slack officiating and interment was in the Hillcrest Cemetery, Lunenburg. Among hymns sung were "How Great Thou Art" and "What A Friend we Have in Jesus." Pallbearers were Billy Dauphinee, Paul Demone, Robert Stoddard, Robert Cleveland, Tommy Hillier, and Johnny Black.

Mrs. Laura Mader 1980 Bridgewater Bulletin Mrs. Laura (Knox) Mader, age 99 years 11 1/2 months, of Harbour View Haven, passed away March 10, 1980. Surviving is one daughter, Mabel (Knox) Conrad. She is predeceased by her late husband, Solomon Knox; second husband, Jabez Mader; a daughter, Mrs. Grace Jodrey, New Canada; and a son, Charles Knox, Groton, Mass. She was a member of the Lutheran Church and attended Baptist Church regularly when health permitted. She was buried at Upper Branch. Pallbearers were David Wagner, Jimmie Wagner, Ira Conrad, Carroll Dorey, Ralph Knox, and Arnold Beck.

Fred MacKay 1922 Bridgewater Bulletin New Canada News This community was again saddened on July 2nd, when the death of Fred MacKay occurred at his home, after a painful illness of three weeks, which he bore without a murmur. He was the third son of Mr. and Mrs. Freeman MacKay and was in his eighteenth year. He leaves to mourn a father, mother, three sisters, and four brothers. The funeral took place Tuesday morning, Rev. Gartung officiating, assisted by Rev. Irvine. The deepest sympathy of the whole community goes out to the bereaved family. The flower offering was large and beautiful.

OBIT # 5336 - HALIFAX HERALD - 12 JAN 1993 SMITH, Fred J. - 75, Mabou, Inverness County, died January 11, 1993. Born in Lyons Brook, Pictou County, he was a son of the late Arthur and Edith (Johnson) Smith. After attending Pictou Academy, he joined the Royal Bank, where he worked for 42 years, retiring as district manager of administration, Eastern Region. During the Second World War, he served his country as a pilot with the R.C.A.F., flying Liberators with the Coastal Command in India, Burma and Ceylon. He was accomplished in various roles, such as financial organizer, farmer, beekeeper, diver, mechanic, fireman and sailor. Serving his community, he was a former member, elder and board of managers member of Bethany United Church, Halifax; member of Mabou-Hillborough United Church; MacKay Lodge, No. 113, Sydney; 32nd degree member of Scottish Rite, Halifax and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 132. He is survived by his wife, the former Jean MacMillan; three sons, Ray, Montreal; Gerald, Halifax; David, Toronto; two grandsons; brother, Roland A. He was predeceased by a brother, Raymond. The body has been donated to Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation. A memorial service will be 4 p.m. Wednesday in Mabou Hillborough United Church.

UNKNOWN PAPER - MARCH 1916 MRS. JOHN URQUHART The community of Waugh's River and the Presbyterian congregation of Tatamagouche have sustained a great loss in the passing away of Mrs. John URQUHART, who died on March 12th after a few weeks' illness. She was one whom every one respected and admitted and concerning whom no one could ever find fault. Her qualities of mind and of heart were of the noblest kind and she always employed them for the very highest interest of life - in the home, the church, the community. She long filled a place of commanding influence and her presence and counsel will be greatly missed, though her sweet and enobling influence will long remain. She was 72 years of age. In her immediate family she is survived by her husband, two sons and three daughters. The daughters are Mrs. W.A. MATHESON and Mrs. John W. SUTHERLAND, both of New Westminister, B.C. The sons are Ian of Alaska, James of Seattle and M. Luther of Truro. The funeral on Wednesday afternoon March 14th was conducted by Rev. Wm FORBES, minister of the congregation of which she was long a faithful member. There was a very large Gathering, all desirous of showing their respect for a good woman and their sympathy for the bereaved. The floral tributes from many loved ones and friends were numerous and exceptionally beautiful sweet and fitting symbols of her fragrant memory.

Mrs. Erna Gladys MacKay 1986 Halifax Chronicle Herald Mrs. Erna Gladys MacKay, 88, of Stanley Section, died Tuesday, November 4, 1986, at the Mahone Nursing Home, after a lengthy illness. Born at New Canada, July 25, 1898, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Princetta (Rhodenizer) Semone. Left to mourn her passing are three daughters, Viola (Mrs. Milton Lyon), New Canada; Marguerite (Mrs. Lemuel MacKay), Wentzell's Lake; and Thelma (Mrs. Gordon Mader), Lake Echo; one son, Laurie of Stanley Section; 17 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Willard; a son, Mark; a sister, Eva; and a brother, Laurie.

Willard Herman MacKay March, 1971. Bridgewater Bulletin Funeral services were held in the New Canada Baptist Church on Friday, March 10th, conducted by Rev. Max Spencer for Willard Herman MacKay, whose death took place at the D.M. Hospital at the age of 75 years. Mr. MacKay was the son of the late Freeman and Martha MacKay and was born at Upper Northfield in 1896. He is survived by his widow, formerly Erna Seamone; daughters, Viola (Mrs. Milton Lyons), New Canada; Marguerite (Mrs. Lemuel MacKay), Wentzell's Lake; Thelma (Mrs. Gordon Mader), Wilmot; and sons, Laurie, Stanley Section; Mark, New Germany; and sisters, Mrs. Lois Hirtle, New Canada; Mrs. Winnie Woodworth, Halifax; Mrs. Bernice Piggott, Vancouver Island; and brothers, Farrish, New Germany; and Robert, Halifax. He was predeceased by brothers, Richard and Fred. Sixteen grandchildren and one great grandchild are also left to mourn his loss. Mr. MacKay was a First World War veteran and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 102. The greater part of his life was spent in New Canada and Stanley Section. He was liked by all who were privileged to know him, and was employed with the Mersey Paper Company until his retirement in 1961. Rev. Spencer spoke words of comfort to the bereaved and hymns were "Abide With Me" and "Rock of Ages." Organist was Mrs. Harris Cook. THe choir comprised friends of the deceased. The pall bearers were Comrades John Mader, Robert Emino, Keith Lohnes, and Milton Varner. Burial took place in the New Canada Cemetery.

Sadie May Emino 1995 Bridgewater Bulletin The communities of Simpson's Corner and surrounding areas were saddened to hear of the passing of Sadie May Emino (Joudrey), on Monday, February 27, 1995, at the South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. She was 90 years of age. Born at New Germany, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Amanda (Joudrey) Joudrey. She was a member of the United Church; life member of the Royal Canadian Legion Auxiliary, Branch 102, New Germany; charter member of Simpson's Corner Community Club; past member of Willow Rebekah Lodge 107, Hemford; and organist for the Union Church, Simpson's Corner for 45 years. She is survived by two daughters, Pauline (Mrs. Buster Woodworth) ,Wolfville; Dorothy (Mrs. Fred DeLong), Barss Corner; son, Hallet, Simpson's Corner; sisters, Annie Mader, New Germany; Glennis Simpson, Hebbville; 12 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Henry; son, Aubrey; foster son, Charles Sapp; sisters, Leavie, Alemeth, Elsie, Jean, and Myrtle; half-sisters, Maggie and Gladys; brothers, Joseph, Charles, and Robert; two grandchildren, Allan and Charlotte. A memorial service was held by the members of the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Branch 102, at the New Germany Funeral Home, February 29. Funeral service was held at the Simpson's Corner Union Church, Thursday, March 1, 1995, at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. Wayne Mitton officiating, assisted by Rev. Grant Walls, of the United Church and Rev. Peter Armstrong of the Anglican Church. Organist was Harley Rhoddy. "Amazing Grace" was beautifully sung by her nephew, Joey Mader; and choir members of the United and Anglican Church, New Germany, sang "In The Garden." Burial was at the Hillside Cemetery, Simpson's Corner.

Robert Henry Emino 1978 Halifax Chronicle Herald Handwritten date: June 6, 1978. Simpson's Corner- Robert Henry Emino, 83, died Tuesday in the Halifax Infirmary. Born at Midville Branch, he was a son of the late James and Amanda (Oickle) Emino. He was a retired farmer. He was a member of the RCR's serving overseas in the First World War. He was a member of New Germany Branch, No. 102, Royal Canadian Legion. Surviving are his wife, the former Sadie Joudrey; two daughters, Pauline (Mrs. Buster Woodworth), Wolfville; Dorothy (Mrs. Fred DeLong), Barss Corner; two sons, Hallett, Simpson's Corner; Aubrey, at home; a foster son, Charlie Sapp, Simpson's Corner; four sisters, Alda (Mrs. Arleigh Varner), Mrs. Violet Turner, both of New Germany; Mabel (Mrs. Ira Snyder), Simpson's Corner; Doris (Mrs. Joe Hedge), Worcester; two brothers, Everett, Cortland, New York; Charlie, Simpson's Corner; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers and two sisters. The body is at Langille's Funeral Home, New Germany. Funeral will be Friday at 2 p.m. from Simpson's Corner Union Church, Rev. Sandy MacPherson officiating, assisted by Rev. Gordon Rigby. Burial will be in Simpson's Corner Cemetery.

Fred Harris Lowe 1991 Halifax Chronicle Herald Handwritten death date: June 13, 1991. Fred Harris Lowe, 91, Simpson's Corner, formerly of Chipman, New Brunswick, died Thursday in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born at New Germany, he was a son of the late John and Samantha (Ernst) Lowe. He was a veteran of both the First and Second World Wars. He is survived by a daughter, Doris (Mrs. Arthur Bell), Chipman; his companion, Stella Mabel Snyder, Simpson's Corner; four sisters, Arlene Snyder, New Minas; Mildred Mader, Laverne(Mrs. Clyde Zinck), both of Chester; Goldie Veinot, Simpson's Corner; four grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Irene Bishop; three sisters, Linda, Ina, Alvida; five brothers, Elwin, Lawton, Murray, Carman, Glen. The body is in R.A. Corkum's Funeral Home, Wileville, visiting 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today. Funeral will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday in Simpson's Corner United Church, Pastor Archie Leach officiating. The body will be transferred to Chipman for burial at a later date. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Simpson's Corner United Church or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

Mervin Nickerson 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Saturday, January 29, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Mervin Nickerson, 71, Upper Point LaTour, Shelburne County, died January 27, 2000, at home, with his wife by his side and now resting with his Lord and Saviour. Born at South Side, he was a son of the late Marshall and Mae (Cunningham) Nickerson. Surviving are his loving wife, the former Shirley M. Schnare; sons, Stanley (Marilyn), Upper Point LaTour; George (Premrose), Centreville; daughters, Diane (Mrs. Cecil Newell Jr.), Newellton; Nellie (Mrs. Ricky Swaine), Shelburne; brothers, Melvin (twin), Marshall, Conrad, all of South Side; Stewart, North East Point; sisters, Joyce (Mrs. Hoover Nickerson), West Head; Velma MacGillivray), North East Point; grandsons, Colins, Matthew, Darren, Joshua; granddaughters, Diane, Heidi, and Courtney. He was predeceased by his brothers, Sable, Donald, George, Randall; sisters, Margaret and Evernell. Visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. today in H. Huskilson's Funeral Home, Barrington. Funeral will be 3 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home memorial chapel, Rev. Gerald Cossaboom officiating. Interment will be in the Parkdale Cemetery, Upper Point LaTour. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the VON, Canadian Cancer Society, or a charity of your choice.