Janette Cecelia Craft 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Thursday, February 3, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Janette Cecelia Craft, 72, Greenfield, died February 2, 2000, in the QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Born at Upper Chelsea, she was a daughter of the late Austin and Nellie (Freeman) Baker. Surviving are sons, Joel, Middle Sackville; Neil, New Elm; Jeff, Mark, Greenfield; Tim, British Columbia; daughter, Nanette Peach, Saskatoon; two granddaughters; five grandsons; several nieces and nephews; sisters, Beulah Freeman, Ontario; Ruth Hamilton, Ontario; Beatrice Joudrey, Caledonia; brother, Clark, Chelsea. She was predeceased by her husband, Peter; sisters, Alice, Lottie. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater. There will be no visitation or service by request. No flowers by request. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or any charity.

Violet P. Fancy 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: February 3, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Violet P. Fancy, 79, Caledonia, Queens County, died February 1, 2000, in North Queens Nursing Home, Caledonia. Born in Westfield, Queens County, she was a daughter of the late Lewis Edward and Stella Maude (Mansfield) Wamboldt. She operated an antique and used furniture store in Caledonia for many years. Surviving are daughters, Vivian, Freda, Janet, Caledonia; Judy, Harrietsfield; sons, Bernard, Lewis, Harrietsfield; Jack, Milton; brothers, Douglas, Brampton, Ontario; Vernon, Bramalea, Ontario. She was predeceased by husband, Harry; sisters, Thelma, Muriel, Evelyn, Daisy, Ora, Elsie, Luella, Norene, Marie, Pearl, Yvonne, Frances; brother, Arnold; a grandson; half-sisters, Winnifred, Belle; half-brothers, Clarence, Lewis, Percy. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today in R.A.Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville. Funeral 2 p.m. Friday in Westfield United Baptist Church, Rev. Mark Reid officiating. Burial in Highland Cemetery, Hibernia. Family flowers only. Donations to North Queens Nursing Home or any charity.

Ephriam Conrad 1940 Sudden death cast a gloom over First South on Thursday, October 10, when it claimed a husband and father in the person of Ephriam Conrad, at the age of 75 years. Though in ordinary health considering his age, he went to his work every day. His sudden passing was a shock to his family and friends. He leaves to mourn their loss his wife, who was formerly Agnes Mosher, of Kingsburg, and four daughters, Ma (Mrs. Bennett Lohnes), Susan (Mrs. Albert Wentzell); Muriel (Mrs. Foster Wentzell); and Jean (Mrs. Wesley Demone); four grandchildren and one great grandchild; one brother, Obediah Conrad, of Lunenburg. He was a son of Edward and Casandra Conrad of First South. He was a faithful member of Grace Lutheran Church and served as janitor for 22 years. The funeral service was held at the house and then to the church. Owing to the absence of the pastor, Rev. George Innes, the service was performed by Revs. E.V. Nonamaker and Shiery of Mahone Bay. Hymns sung were "Jesus, Lover of My Soul," "God Moves in a Mysterious Way," "Thou Art My Hiding Place," and "Abide With Me." The text, Rev. 2:10 (Be thou faithful unto death and I will give thee a crown of Life) was used. Interment was in the First South Cemetery.

Sherman Maxwell Zemke 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: February 3, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Sherman Maxwell Zemke, 69, Sudbury, Ontario, died January 30, 2000, in St. Laurentian Hospital, Sudbury. Born at First Peninsula, Lunenburg County, he was the son of the late Charles and Hazel (Nauss) Zemke. He spent his early boyhood years in Bridgewater. He was employed with Sears until his retirement. He loved the outdoors, fishing, hunting, and travelling. Surviving are his maternal aunt, Helen D. (Nauss) Zinck, Blockhouse and several cousins. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Joyce Jandrew. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service at a later date in Sudbury.

John Kempton Dexter 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: February 3, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie John Kempton Dexter, 81, Melvern Square, died February 1, 2000, in the Veteran Affairs Unit, Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Born at Milton, Queens County, he was a son of the late Clifford and Anne (McKinnon) Dexter. He was a veteran of the Second World War. He was a carpenter and worked at Woodworth Construction Kentville, Greenwood Saddle Club, and CFB Greenwood. Surviving are his wife, the former Gwen Sly; daughters, Valerie Hatt, Digby; Lyn Boone, Kingston; son, David, Chicoutimi, Quebec; sister, Thelma Joudrey, Bangs Falls, Queens County; brother, Francis, Greenfield, Queens County; 10 grandchildren; and 14 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by daughter, Sheila; six brothers and sisters. Funeral 2 p.m. Saturday in Warren T. Roop Funeral Home, Middleton, Rev. Carmen Crockett and Pastor Herb Townsend officiating. Burial in Church Grove Cemetery, Melvern Square. Donations to Veteran Affaits Unit, Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Middleton.

Nema MacDonald 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: February 3, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Nema MacDonald, 82, North Hills Nursing Home, Granville Ferry, formerly of Lockeport, died February 1, 2000, in the home. Born at Port LeHerbert, she was a daughter of the late George and Alice (Lloyd) Cameron. Surviving are brothers, Stanford Cameron, Jordan Falls; Gladwin Cameron, East Green Harbour; Gordon Cameron, North Queens Nursing Home; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Vernon; son, Merrill; brothers, Millage, Lloyd, Bertrum Blois; sisters, Almeda Malone, Muriel Cameron. Visitation 2-5 p.m. today in H.M. Huskilson's Funeral Home, Lockeport. Funerral 11 a.m. Friday, in the Holy Cross Anglican Church, Lockeport, Rev. Charles Bull officiating. Burial in Lockeport Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations to any charity.

Alfred Emerson Aalders 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Tuesday, January 18, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Alfred Emerson Aalders, 77, Hatchet Lake, Halifax County, died January 16, 2000, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late Harvey and Nora (Legge) Aalders. During the war years he was a member of the Military Police 37, 38, and 45 Companies; a former member of Fairview Masonic Lodge 126, where he was master in 1969. He served as Secretary of Charity, Masonic Lodge, Mahone Bay for several years and was appointed Grand Steward of the Grand Lodge of Nova Scotia AF&AM. At the time of his retirement, he was a Platoon Chief with the DND Dockyard Fire Department. Surviving are his wife, the former Katherine Margaret Fry; daughters, Corinne Hartlley Robinson, Bonita Aalders, Hatchet Lake; sisters, Minnie Snow, Madison, Tennessee; Leta Ferguson, Halifax; brothers, Gerald, Donald, Halifax; Victor, Kinsac. He was predeceased by his brothers, John, Richmond, Cyril. Arrangements have been entrusted to T.K. Barnard Funeral Home, Halifax. Graveside service at a later date in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Donations to any charity. His sister, Minnie Snow, was Mrs. Hank Snow.

Alfred Glenn Turner 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Monday, January 17, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Alfred Glenn Turner, 71, Lake Ramsey, New Ross, died January 15, 2000, in South Shore Regional Hospital. Born at Lake Ramsey, he was a son of the late Harry and Ruth (Turner) Turner. He worked in the trucking industry all of his life. He was a member of the Christ Anglican Church, New Ross. He enjoyed bingo, card playing, and had keen interest in ox pulls in the exhibition in New Ross. He helped in the community work for the area of New Ross. Surviving are his wife, the former Sylvia Russell; son, John, New Ross; daughters, Frances Keddy, New Ross; Peggy Turner, Chester Basin; Glenda Turner, Victoria, B.C.; Denise Saunders, South Porcupine, Ontario; brother, Malcolm, Collingwood, Ontario; sisters, Violet Mallet, Collingwood; Thelma Daniels, Chester Basin; Fannie Kenny, Sheet Harbour; six grandchildren. He was predeceased by brother, Gorson; sister, Ethel. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today in H.C. Lindsay Memorial Chapel, New Ross. Funeral 10 a.m. Tuesday in Christ Anglican Church, New Ross, Rev. Gordon Neish officiating. Burial in Anglican Church Cemetery, New Ross. In lieu of flowers, donations to Christ Anglican Church Cemetery.

OBIT # 5209 - EVENING NEWS - 12 FEBRUARY 1946: Stellarton, Feb.12- The death occured on Tuesday, Feb.5th, of MARY THERESA MacDONALD, wife of the late MR.JOHN SINCLAIR (TAT) at the home of her daughter, MRS WILLIAM HOWE, Foord St., Stellarton. She was the daughter of the late Mr.and Mrs.ANGUS MacDONALD. Born in Pugwash in 1862, she came with her parents to Stellarton when a child of six years, later going to Westville and when a young woman, married JOHN MATHESON SINCLAIR, living in Westville where their four children were brought up. In 1914 they moved to New Waterford where she resided until 1936 when she returned to Stellarton where she has lived with Mr.and Mrs.WILLIAM HOWE until her death. Mrs.Sinclair was a very good living woman, a general favorite with both young and old, made friends readily and had the happy faculty of retaining their friendship. She will be missed greatly especially by her family who were very devoted to her and everything in their power was done to make her suffering easier, but God intervened and called her higher. The funeral was held on Thursday, Feb.7th, from the home of her daughter, MRS. DAVID ROY, Asphalt Square, where a large crowd of sympathizing friends and relatives had assembled. Rev.R.D.MacIntosh assisted by Rev.M.Y.Fraser conducted the service and spoke words of comfort to the bereaved. Members of Sharon St.John Church Choir led in the singing of "Safe In The Arms Of Jesus" and Mrs.CLIFFORD ROSS sang"The Old Rugged Cross" as a solo. This was a favorite of the deceased. The profusion of beautiful flowers, spoke silently of the esteem in which she was held. Mrs.Sinclair was predeceased by her husband eleven years ago. Interment took place in Auburn Cemetery, Westville. The pall bearers were five grandsons and one great grandson, CLEM ROY, HEDLEY ROY, ROY BALFOUR, ROY ALBERT SINCLAIR, BILLY HOWE, and DOUGLAS ROY. Left to mourn are two daughters, ANNA (Mrs.David Roy), Alberta; Mrs.WILLIAM HOWE; JOHN SINCLAIR, Westville; and ANGUS SINCLAIR, Edmonton,Alta; also one sister, Mrs.ELLA STEWART, Westville and a brother, W. C. MacDONALD, Foord St., Stellarton; twelve grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren

UNKNOWN PAPER - 31 JULY 1985 MARSHALL LANGILLE, 69, 285 Pleasant Street, Truro, died Wednesday in Colchester Hospital. Born in Westville, he was a son of the late William and Elizabeth LANGILLE. He was retired from Canadian National Railway, where he worked for a number of years. He was a member of North Star Masonic Lodge, No. 74 AF and AM, Londonderry. He is survived by two sons, Donald, Vancouver and William, Pickle Lake, Ont.; a sister, Mrs. Lillian McFARLANE, Truro and seven grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mabel Katherine TATTRIE; two brothers, John and Elmer, and a sister Claudia. The body is in Mattatall Funeral Home, Truro, where funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Rev. Canon Eric INGRAHAM officiating. Burial will be in Earltown Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Mary Alberta Murphy 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Monday, January 17, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Mary Alberta Murphy - 89, Halifax, January 12, 2000, in St. Vincent's Guest House. Born in Halifax, she was the daughter of the late Hiram and Catherine (McInnis) Lantz. Surviving are daughter, Judith Marie McCluskey, Halifax; sister, Margaret Sarkissian, Nanaimo, B.C.; four grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Lois Frederick Murphy; daughter, Carole Jane Kaulback; sisters, Gladys Lantz and Kathleen Davison. Prayers 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, in Cruikshank's Funeral Home, Halifax. Burial will be held at a later date. Family flowers only by request. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society.

Gerald A. Conrad 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Friday, January 28, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Gerald A. Conrad, Lincoln, New Brunswick, died Tuesday, January 25, 2000, in Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital, Fredericton. Born in Bridgewater, he was the husband of Marilyn (Wentzell) Conrad and the son of Audrey (Langille) Conrd and the late Amiel Conrad. Gerald is survived by son, Barry and his wife Tari and their children, Sawyer and Mitchell, Shilo, Manitoba; daughter, Betty Ervin and her husband Rob Ervin and their children, Daniel and Amanda, Fredericton; mother-in-law, Clara Wentzell, Bridgewater; sister-in-law, Aggie Conrad, Hubbards; Uncle Pat; Aunt Doris; nephew, Byron; nieces, Crystal and Cindy. He was predeceased by his brother, Carroll. The family will receive visitors in Oromocto Funeral Home today from 7-9 p.m. and Saturday, January 29, from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, January 30, in Oromocto Funeral Home Chapel at 2 p.m., Pastor Greg Sparkes officiating. A reception will be held in the funeral home immediately following the service. Interment is to take place in the Geary, French Lake, Waterville Cemetery, at a later date. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of New Brunswick. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Oromocto Funeral Home, Oromocto, New Brunswick.

Doris E. Edmonds 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Tuesday, January 25, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Doris E. Edmonds, 83, Mount Uniacke, formerly of Albro Lake Road, Dartmouth, passed away January 23, 2000, at home. Born in Lunenburg County, she was a daughter of the late Edward Roy and Annie Rose (Corbett) Knickle. She retired from CFB Shearwater after many years of service. She is survived by her daughter, Doreen and husband Eric Ritchie; granddaughter, Karen and husband Randall Clarke and their daughter, Katherine; grandson, Dale and wife Alvina and their children, Michael and Patricia Ritchie, all of Mount Uniacke; brother Harold, Halifax. She was predeceased by her husband, Gerald; sisters, Pauline, Cortella, Pearl Hazel Brine; brother, Edward. Visitation today from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Funeral service on Thursday at 10 a.m., both in Atlantic Funeral Home, Lower Sackville. Burial will be in Dartmouth Memorial Gardens. Reception to follow in Atlantic Funeral Home, Dartmouth. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.

Charles Richard Himmelman 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Tuesday, January 18, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Charles Richard Himmelman, 87, Bridgewater, died January 15, 2000, in South Shore Regional Hospital. Born at Newcombville, he was a son of the late Richard and Ada (DeMone) Himmelman. Survived by son, Gavin (Alma-Anne), Martin's River; grandchildren, Angela, Matthew, and Andrea; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Grace Smith; brothers, Earl, Clinton, Guy, and Locke; sister, Gladys. Visitation 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. today. Funeral service 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, both in R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville, Rev. Leo Gallant officiating. Burial in Brookside Cemetery, Bridgewater. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Parkinsons Foundation of Canada or any charity.

Wesley Arthur Francis Ernst 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Saturday, February 26, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Wesley Arthur Francis Ernst, 107, Blockhouse, died February 24, 2000, at home. Born January 13, 1893, in Clearland, he was a son of the late Obediah and Margaret (Keddy) Ernst. He is survived by his wife of 75 years, C. Edna (Aulenback) Ernst; daughters, Marion Wilneff and her husband Lester, Blockhouse; Norma Sawler and her husband Wilbert, Western Shore; Reanie Fraser and her husband Ted, Pembroke, Ontario; Beatrice Veinotte and her husband Margeson, New Cornwall; sons, Clarence and his wife June, Caledonia, Ontario; Franklyn and his wife Thelma, Dartmouth; Claude, Blockhouse; Burleigh and his wife Rosalie, Blockhouse; Welton, New Cornwall; 25 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by daughters, Jessie Wentzell and Alma Cottenden; sisters, Corella, Daisy, Margaret, Dorothy, and Glennie; brothers, Vincent, Ellis, Cecil, and Ainsley. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday in Mahone Funeral Home, Mahone Bay. Funeral service will be held 3:30 p.m. Monday in St. John's Lutheran Church, Mahone Bay, Rev. Val Henning officiating. Burial will be in the Garden of Rest Cemetery, Blockhouse. Flowers from the family only please. Memorial donations may be made to Lunenburg County Branch of the VON, Home Care Nova Scotia or St. John's Lutheran Church Memorial Fund through Mahone Funeral Home.

Lettie Jane Rice 2011 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Tuesday, November 22, 2011. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Lettie Jane (Euloth Bella) Rice, 90, of Lower Sackville, passed away Sunday, November 20th., 2011, in the Halifax Infirmary QEII. Lettie was the daughter of Edward and Carrie (Armsworthy) Euloth. Lettie was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Rice. Lettie is survived by her daughters, Muriel (Bill) Fahie, Lower Sackville; Lynn (Greg) Murray, Bridgewater; brother, Larry (Jean) Euloth, Bedford; grandchildren, Debbie Ann (Kevin) Barber, Calgary; Gregory (Tammy) Fahie, Pugwash; Steven (Nancy) Fahie, Beaver Bank; Adam (Tiffany) Murray, Bridgewater; Nadine (Ryan) Mailman, Bridgewater. Lettie also had ten great-grandchildren and three great great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. No visitation by request. Interment at a later date. The family sincerely wishes to thank Dr. Bussey and the nursing staff of 8.4 for the excellent care given to Lettie.

Doris Mildred Spurrell 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Wednesday, February 23, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Doris Mildred Spurrell, 91, Blockhouse, died February 19, 2000, at home. Born at Nictaux, she was a daughter of the late Rupert and Etta Mae (Warner) Parker. She was a member of the Emmanuel Fellowship, New Brunswick. Surviving are her husband, Reverend Edmund J. Spurrell; sons, Milton and wife Joan, Blockhouse; Reverend Wayne and wife Martha, Pennsylvania; brother, George Parker, South Williamston; grandchildren, Pamela Bergeron, Dartmouth; Amanda Spurrell, Blockhouse; Jimmy and Johnny Spurrell, Ontario; great-grandchildren, Brenton and Quentin Bergeron, Dartmouth; Melissa, Michelle, and Micah Spurrell, Chelsy and Jena Spurrell, Ontario. She was predeceased by brothers, Arlis and Charles; sister, Carrie. Visitation will be 2-4, and 7-9 p.m. today, funeral service 2 p.m. Thursday, both in R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville, Pastor Jack Hooper officiating. Burial in Garden of Rest Cemetery, Blockhouse. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or the Garden of Rest Cemetery, Blockhouse.

UNKNOWN PAPER - 18 APRIL 1950 MARION MURRAY - The Falls - Our community was saddened on Friday afternoon, March 24, in the sudden passing of Mrs. Marion MURRAY, a highly esteemed resident of this place at the age of 83 years. Although in failing health for the past year, her passing came as a great shock to her family. She took an active and keen interest in all the affairs of the community, and was ever ready to give assistance in times of sickness. Her life was filled with devotion to others, and her good deeds shall long be remembered. In her home she was tenderly cared for by her ever faithful daughter, Miss Jean and son, Gilbert, who fulfilled her every wish. He husband and eldest son predeceased her several years ago. In the immediate family she is survived by three daughters and four sons, (Anna) Mrs. Archie CAMERON, (Christene) Mrs. Archie McDONALD and Miss Jean at home; Donald in Pictou; John R., Medford, Mass.; Aubrey in Hamilton, Ont., and Gilbert at home, and several grandchildren. Four sisters also survive Mrs. MacKAY, River John; Mrs. Donald MacKAY, Boston, Mass.; Mrs. Catherine BAILLIE; Mrs. George MacKAY, Tatamagouche; and a brother George MacLEOD, The Falls. The funeral was held from the Presbyterian Church, of which she was a faithful member on Monday, March 27, and was conducted by a former pastor Rev. J.H. WILLIAMS of Scotsburn, N.S. Hymns sung were favorites of the deceased and were "The Lord's My Shepherd," "Sweet Bye and Bye" and "Abide With Me." Pall bearers were Archie CAMERON, Archie McDONALD, Lloyd HAYMAN, Clifford CAMERON, Donald MURRAY and James J. SUTHERLAND. The floral tributes were many and beautiful, bearing silent testimony from loved ones and friends. Interment was in the family lot at The Falls Cemetery.

OBIT # 5206 - PICTOU ADVOCATE - 21 OCT 1927: ALEXANDER McLEOD, for many years a resident of Bandon, died Friday, September 9, at the home of his sister-in-law, Mrs.MARY McLEOD. Mr.McLeod was past 79 years old and had been an invalid for a long time. He was born in Seafoam, Pictou County, Nova Scotia on March 1, 1848, and came west at the age of 25, first locating in St.Paul., Minn., and later coming to Spokane, Washington, where he lost a younger brother who was killed in a railroad accident. Mr.McLeod was the eldest of seven brothers. He never married. For the past 36 years he had made his home in Coos County. He leaves to mourn their loss three nephews, ALEX, WILLIAM and JACK McLEOD, of Bandon; four nieces, Mrs.HENRY BELLONI and Mrs.OTTO DAVIS, of Coquille; Mrs.LEANDER COX, of Bandon, and Mrs.JAMES DOLLAR, of Union Bay,B.C., besides many sorrowing friends. Funeral services were conducted at the Ellingson chapel Sunday, Sept.4, at 2 o'clock. Interment was made at the Bandon cemetery.

Geraldine Mildred Fredericks 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Friday, February 4, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Geraldine Mildred "Gerry" Fredericks, 85, Digby, died January 31, 2000, in Tideview Terrace, Digby. Born at Bridgetown, she was a daughter of the late Elias and Grace Elizabeth (Nix) Ramey. She was a member of The Salvation Army and a lifetime member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Ladies Auxiliary, Digby. She was employed with CFB Cornwallis in the Civil Service Department. Surviving are her husband, Ralph; daughter, Elaine VanTassell, Digby; son, Rodney, Digby; sisters, Hilda Ramey, Clementsport; France Kennedy,Dartmouth, Dorothy Whitman, Kentville; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by four sisters, three brothers, grandson, David VanTassell. Visitation was held. Funeral 4 p.m. today, in Jayne's Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Leon Langille officiating. Interment at a later date.