Fred Robert Spidell 1988 Fred Robert Spidell, age 61, of Toronto, formerly of Lunenburg, passed away at Toronto General Hospital, May 23, 1988. He was employed with T. Eaton's Co. Ltd., as floor manager of the men's wear department for the past 25 years. He was a very kind and thoughtful person and will be sadly missed by his many friends and relatives. He was the oldest son of the late Kenneth and Ella Spidell, Lunenburg. He was predeceased by a half sister, Jean and a half brother, Leaman. He is survived by three brothers, Elda of Northwest; Kenneth of Lower Kingsburg; and Earl of Bridgewater. A graveside service was held May 26 at Hillcrest Cemetery, Lunenburg, with Rev. Don MacPherson officiating.

Mrs. Charles Johnson 1919 Bridgewater Bulletin Published: February 25, 1919. Mrs. Charles Johnson of Mahone (formerly Miss Freda Wagner, daughter of the late Isaiah Wagner) and infant died recently and were buried in Brookside Cemetery, Bridgewater.

George William Langley 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Thursday, January 20, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie George William Langley, 80, Blandford, died peacefully at home, on January 19, 2000. Born at Montreal, he waas the son of the late William and May (Patterson) Langley. He served overseas in the Second World War for five years. He was member of and also a past chief and district chief of the Sons of Scotland in Montreal for many years, a member of the Oddfellows in Blandford for 16 years and was appointed provincial grand master in August, 1999, also a member of the Chester Legion. He is survived by his wife, the former Ada Mills; son, James, British Columbia; daughters, Carol (Mrs. Chris Reid), Catherine (Mrs. Larry Hodgson), both of Ontario; Margaret (Mrs. Arthur Gates), Blandford; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by two grandchildren; one great-grandson. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today; 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Friday in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Hubbards. Funeral Saturday 2 p.m. from St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Blandford, Rev. Richard Walsh officiating. Burial in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ted Langley Memory Fund c/o Health Sciences Centre, QEII.

Florence Jean Crouse 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Thursday, January 20, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Florence Jean Crouse. 85, Lunenburg, died Tuesday, January 18, 2000, in Harbourview Haven Hme for Special Care, Lunenburg. Born at Rhodes Corner, she was a daughter of the late Isaiah and Cora (Randall) Lohnes. She had worked for many years at national Sea Products, Lunenburg Dvision and was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Lunenburg. She is survived by sisters, Eleanor Anderson, Truro and Phyllis (Mrs. Lawrence Brinton), Halifax; nieces, Kathleen Greek, Dartmouth; and Betty Lou (Lohnes) LeBlanc; nephews, Eric Feener, Centre; Donald Fields, Lunenburg; and Gary Anderson, Truro. She was predeceased by her first husband, Murray Allen; second husband, Edwin Crouse; sisters, Pearl and Blanche; brothers, Cyril, Earl, and an infant brother, Morton. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg, with visitation today from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Zion Lutheran Church, Lunenburg, Rev. Douglas Moore officiating. Interment will be in Hillcrest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Zion Lutheran Church, Lunenburg, Lunenburg Fire Department, Royal Canadian Legion, Lunenburg Branch 23, or any charity.

Hazel L. Cooke 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Saturday, January 22, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Hazel L. Cooke, 81, Lockeport, died January 18, 2000, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Born at Lockeport, she was a daughter of the late Ross and Josephine (Farrington) MacKenzie. Surviving are her husband, Ernest; daughters, Lorna Townsend, West Head, Lockeport; Irene Hallett, Lockeport; sisters,Grace MacKay, Halifax; Lillian Harding, Lockeport; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Charlotte Savoury; brothers, Rolland, Murray, Chester, Dexter. Funeral 11 a.m. today, January 22, in the Lockeport Pentecostal Church, Pastor David Elliot officiating. Burial in Lockeport Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to any charity. Arrangements entrusted to Chandlers' Funeral Home, Liverpool.

OBIT # 5237 - UNKNOWN PAPER - FEB 1940 JOHN J. MACKAY Word has been received of the death at Medford, Mass., of JOHN J. MacKAY, a native of Plainfield, Pictou County, at the age of 66 years. He was a brother of the late D.R. MacKAY, of New Glasgow, who conducted a service station for a number of years. His wife was formerly MARGARET FRASER, a daughter of the late JOHN S. FRASER of Hopewell and Mrs. Fraser, now residing in Westville, and a sister of Mrs. JOHN A. MURRAY and Mrs. N.B.ROSS of Westville. Besides his widow he is survived by four children and two brothers. His passing at a comparatively early age comes as a shock to friends and relatives and the sympathy of many Pictou County friends will be extended to the bereaved

UNKNOWN PAPER - 28 DECEMBER 1954 TRUEMAN MCROBERTS MCCULLY - The many friends of Trueman McRoberts McCULLY of Debert, were grieved and shocked to learn of his sudden passing in his sleep about midnight Monday, December 2, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Peter HYNDS, R.R. No. 1 Tatamagouche. He had not been in good health for some time, but his passing was quite unexpected. He was born in Debert in the year 1872, the son of James M. and Rachall McCULLY. He was twice married, his first wife being the former Emma HENRY of Granville Mills, P.E.I. Of this union there are two sons, A.K. McCULLY of Truro, and Roy McCULLY of Debert. He is survived by his second wife, who was Christine MURRAY of Balmoral Mills, also two daughters, Jennie, Mrs. Murray MINGO of Tatamagouche, Mary, Mrs. Peter HYNDS, of R.R. No. 1 Tatamagouche, and a number of nieces and nephews. The funeral was held from the home of his daughter, Mrs. Murray MINGO, Tatamagouche at 1.30 p.m., Wednesday December 22 and was conducted by the Rev. Mr. SPROULE of the Presbyterian Church assisted by Rev. Richard STUART of the United Church. The many beautiful flowers and the large concourse of people who had come from different parts of Colchester and Pictou counties, to pay their last respects to one who they had known so well for so long, testified to the esteem in which Mr. McCULLY was held. The remains were laid to rest in the Earltown cemetery. The pall bearers were Douglas MURRAY, Hugh MURRAY, Rex MINGO and Russell MacKAY.

OBIT # 5235 - EASTERN CHRONICLE - APRIL 6, 1939 MRS.M. MacGILLIVARY An aged and esteemed citizen of Westville, MRS.MARGARET ANN MacGILLIVARY, passed away at the home of her son, HUGH MacGILLIVARY, North Main Street. The deceased was 91 years of age, and had been in failing health the past year. Mrs.MacGillivary formerly resided at Saltsprings and came to town a few years ago. Besides her son, Hugh, she is also survived by a daughter, MRS.MUNROE GUNN, Six Mile Brook and by several grandchildren. A short funeral service was held at the home of her son, conducted by Rev.M.A.MacMillan, of the Westville United Church, Wednesday afternoon, followed by a service at the United Church at Saltsprings, in charge of the pastor, Rev.J.R.Calder Fraser. Interment was made at the Saltsprings cemetery.

UNKNOWN PAPER - FEBRUARY 1955 GEORGE NEIL MURRAY - Earltown Native Killed in Alaska. Earltown - It was with deep regret that relatives and friends learned that George Neil MURRAY 61, of Wrangell, Alaska, was fatally injured in a sawmill accident at the Wrangell Lumber Company on Thursday, February 3. Born in Earltown, Colchester County, son of the late Neil and Margaret MURRAY, he spent the greater part of his life in the American West and about 15 years ago he moved to Alaska where he was employed. Funeral services were held on February 5 at the First Presbyterian Church, Wrangell. The Rev. Paul E. EVANS, pastor of the church which Mr. MURRAY was an elder, officiated at the services. The church was filled to capacity with sorrowing friends. Burial was in Wrangell Memorial Cemetery. He is survived by daughters, Mrs. Josephine BROMMERS, Monroe, Wash., and Mrs. Maxine Peterson, Everitt, Wash., and sons Neil, Olympia, Wash., and brothers Peter, Robert and William. Two years ago the late Mr. MURRAY returned on his first visit to his native country where he visited relatives and friends in Earltown, North River and other places.

I have George William TAYLOR died 25 Jan 1882, as per Probate Record. His wife was Diadamia HODGES, d/o John HODGES + Rachel PARKER ----- Original Message ----- From: "Richard Noble" <nobler@accesswave.ca> To: <can-ns-kings@rootsweb.com>; <can-ns-obits@rootsweb.com> Sent: Friday, October 04, 2013 9:10 PM Subject: [NS Obits] George W. Taylor & Wife Diadamia > Tomorrow at Bezanson's Auction there is a framed print, with a likeness of > Christ, hugging a > stone cross. > > It is a memorial to a man named George Taylor, died in January 1881 aged 48 > years. > Plus his wife Didamia Taylor, died March 13, 1909 aged 78 . > > She is in the vitals as Deademia Taylor, and says she died at Millville. > > Both are buried at Morristown Cemetery, and it says George W. Taylor died 25 > January 1882. > On the stone she is listed as Diadamia. > > The print would probably be of interest to anyone connected to that family. > > > ------------------------------- > > NOVA SCOTIA OBITS MAILING LIST > > LIST TOPIC: A mailing list for the posting of obituaries and requests for obituary lookups pertaining to individuals of or from Nova Scotia, Canada. Any other subject matter is inappropriate. > > WHEN REPLYING to any list post please remember to snip most of the earlier message before you post your reply to the list. > > LIST INFORMATION PAGE: Contact the List Admin at can-ns-obits-admin@rootsweb.com privately off list. To search the list archives, get information on subscribing or unsubscribing, or to obtain other useful information to help you use the list more effectively, please click on the following link to the list information page online: > > http://lists.rootsweb.ancestry.com/index/other/Obituaries/CAN-NS-OBITS.html > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to CAN-NS-OBITS-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Kerry Hale Miller 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Thursday, January 20, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Kerry Hale Miller, 56, Wilmot, formerly of Kansas City, died January 18, 2000, at home. Born at Kansas City, he was a son of the late Cecil and Dorothy (Durkee) Miller. His interests were in international development and education. Surviving are his wife, the former Rose Conrad-Mulvale; sisters, Basia, Santa Fe; Tybel, Upper New York State; brother, Lauren, Kansas City. A memorial service will be held in Kansas City at a later date. Donations to a charity of choice.

Marguerite V. Conrad 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Thursday, January 20, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Marguerite V. Conrad, 80, Liverpool, died January 16, 2000, in Queens Manor, Liverpool. Born at Liverpool, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Florence Baker. She was a former LPN in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool. Surviving are daughters, Valerie, at home; Loretta Weaver, Liverpool; sons, Roland Young, Bramalee, Ontario; Robert Young, Mersey Point; 17 grandchildren and a number of great grandchildren; sisters, Eleanox Fox, Liverpool; Pauline Davis, Hubbards. She was predeceased by her first husband, Stewart Young; her second husband, Basil Conrad; daughter Faith. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers' Funeral Home, Liverpool. Memorial service 3 p.m. Friday, at 3 p.m. in Chandlers' Funeral Chapel, Liverpool, Rev. Karen Lynch officiating. Burial will be in Zion United Cemetery, Payzant Street. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Queens Manor, Liverpool.

Melvin Gerald Hebb 1956 Bridgewater Bulletin There passed away at the Nova Scotia Sanitorium, Kentville, at an early hour on Saturay September 22nd., Melvin Gerald Hebb, at the age of 44 years. His sudden passing came as a great shock to those who held him dear, for although he had been in failing health for some time of late, there had been a marked improvement. Born at Hebb's Cross, he was a son of Mrs. Milledge Hebb and the late Mr. Hebb. Besides his mother, he leaves to mourn his loss a brother, Clayton. A sister, Lela, predeceased him. Funeral services were held from St. James Anglican Church, Conquerall Mills on Monday, September 24th, with Rev. G.W. Meade of Fairview officiating clergyman. Hymns sung were "Safe in the Arms of Jesus," "The Old Rugged Cross," and "Nearer, My God, to Thee." Pall bearers were Carmen Hebb, Owen Nowe, Stanford Himmelman, and Arnold Nowe. Burial was in St. James Cemetery, Conquerall Mills.

Lincoln Keith Veno 2008 Halifax Chronicle Herald Lincoln Keith Veno, 84, Factorydale, died May 16, 2008, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born at Farmington, he was a son of the late Clarence and Bessie (Bezanson) Veno. He worked with Berwick Bakery, Waterville Hospital, and Grand View Manor, Berwick. He served in the Royal Canadian Navy (Corvettes) from July, 1941 until October, 1945. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Ortona Branch, No. 69, Berwick, and was a member of the Berwick Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Marita Victoria (Corbin); son, Orlay Lincoln Veno, Factorydale; granddaughter, Kari Lynn Veno, Milton, Ontario; great-grandson, Max Barnett Underhill, Milton; sisters, Mary Jean Smith, Berwick; Marg Scott, Halifax; Beatrice Bligh, Berwick; Virginia Ward, Burlington, Ontario; Shirley Wilson, Houlton, Maine; Alice Gray, Halifax. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by twin brother, Lester; brothers, Robert and Corey; sisters, Viola Wall and Muriel Pike. Cremation has taken place. Interment will take place in Berwick Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Berwick Baptist Church. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Serenity Funeral Home & Crematorium, Port Williams.

Paulus L. Lantz 1933 Bridgewater Bulletin Published: January 24, 1933. The death occurred Sunday at the home of his stepson, Melbourne Chute, of Hibernia, of Paulus Langille Lantz, Caledonia, in his 93rd. year. Mr. Lantz was the son of the late David and Elizabeth Lantz, of Chester, Nova Scotia, and was twice married; his first wife being Eliza Webber, of Chester, and from this union one son, Morris and one daughter, Lydia, survive. His second wife was Mrs. Leona Chute of Hibernia, who predeceased him some years ago. He is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Richard deLong, Barss Corner and one brother, Emmerson, at Mansfield, Mass. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. C. Lantz with interment at South Brookfield.

Grace Catherine Meisner 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Wednesday, January 12, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Grace Catherine Meisner, 80, Dartmouth, died January 11, 2000, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born at Ecum Secum, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine (Fleet) Snow. She was a member of Christ Church, Dartmouth. Surviving are son, Terry, Edmonton; sister, Hazel Cameron, Halifax; grandson, Craig, Washington, D.C. She was predeceased by her husband, Bayne; son, Michael; sister, Myrtle Fleet. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Thursday in A.L. Mattatall Funeral Home, Portland Street, Dartmouth. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday, in Christ Church, Rev. Cathy Lee Cunningham officiating. Burial to follow in Christ Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or The Lung Association.

Shirley Kathleen Keddy 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Gwen Christie Shirley Kathleen Keddy, 67, Hebb's Cross, died January 14, 2000, at home. Born at Conquerall Mills, she was a daughter of the late Malcolm and Ida (Veinot) Baker. She was a life member of Branch 24 of the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary and also a life member of the Hebb's Cross Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. She was an active member in the Calvary Lutheran Church, Middlewood. She was a very giving person in her community. Surviving are her husband, Burton; son, Blair, Petite Riviere; three grandchildren; sisters, Arlean Nowe, Lake Centre; Marion Getson, Springfield; brother, Garfield Baker, Newcombville; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brothers, Charles, Herbert; sister, Lillian "Jippie." No visitation in the funeral home by request. A grave side service 11 a.m. Monday in Calvary Lutheran Cemetery, Middlewood, Rev. David Whynot officiating. A reception to follow service. No flowers by request. Donations to Calvary Lutheran Church or any charity. Arrangements entrusted to Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater.

Gordon Wesley Croft 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Gwen Christie Gordon Wesley Croft, 89, Camperdown, died January 13, 2000, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewtaer. Born at Camperdown, he was a son of the late Allen and Elsie (Weagle) Croft. Survived by his wife, the former Sadie Naugler; daughters, Marlene Heathcote (Paul Roschman), Ontario; Juanita Labrador(Charles), Molega; sons, Ronald Croft (Gail); Wade, A.J. Croft (Darlene), both of Camperdown; Avon Croft (Sharon), Chelsea; Charles Croft (Sue), Mount Pleasant; brother, Murray Croft (Marion), Hebb's Cross; half-sister, Lettie Conrad (Lloyd), Bridgewater; 22 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by daughter, Fayette; grandson, David Heathcote; brothers, LeRoy, Harold, and Raymond. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, January 15, in R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville. Funeral service 1 p.m. Sunday, January 16, in Christ Lutheran Church, Camperdown, Rev. David Whynot officiating. Burial in Christ Lutheran Church Cemetery, Camperdown. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to Christ Lutheran Church, Camperdown, South Shore Regional Hospital Foundation, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

OBIT # 5232 - EASTERN CHRONICLE - APRIL 1939 ISAAC A. GRANT - Miss Katie Mitchell received word on Saturday, April 1, of the death of her uncle, ISSAC A. GRANT, in St. Paul, Minn., in his 94th year, following a long illness. Many years ago he was a well known business man in Pictou and moved to St. Paul while still a young man. There he went into business as a successful grain and feed merchant and was a director of the Drover State Bank. He was the son of the late GEORGE and CATHERINE MATHESON GRANT of Scotch Hill and was the last survivor of a large family. The late Rev. KENNETH J. GRANT of Halifax, for many years the well known missionary of Trinidad, was a brother of the deceased. The late Mrs. Grant, formerly ANNA ROSS of Pictou, sister of the late JOHN U. ROSS, predeceased him several years ago. The late Mr. Grant conducted a large dry good store in Pictou, situated, we think, in a building on Water Street, opposite Market Square.

UNKNOWN PAPER - APRIL 1969 WILLIAM D. GRANT - The death of William D. GRANT occurred at the Sutherland - Harris Memorial Hospital on Sunday, April 27, 1969, at the age of 85. Born in Three Brooks, Pictou Co., he was a son of the late Donald and Isabel (MacKENZIE) GRANT and has served for a number of years as a County Councillor. He was a senior elder of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, member of the Eastern Star Lodge, No. 1, IOOF, and the Stewart Encampment. Surviving are four daughters, Mary (Mrs. Robert WATT), Pictou; Jean (Mrs. A.A. MATHESON), North Syndey; Muriel (Mrs. D.A. MILLER), St. Margarets, N.B.; and Iris (Mrs. Alan SOLIE), Montreal. The funeral service was held on Tuesday afternoon from St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, with the minister, Rev. D. Laurence MAWHINNEY officiating, assisted by Rev. John ROBERTS of Pictou United. Interment took place in Central Caribou Cemetery.