OBIT # 5161 - HALIFAX HERALD - MARCH 1988 Goldie Jenelda Brooks,88, of Foxbrook Road, Westville, died on Friday, March 22, 1996, in Glen Haven Manor, New Glasgow. Born in White Head, Guys.Co.,she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Annie(Pillier)Hefferman. She is survived by six sons; Jerome,McLennan's Mtn.,Danny, New Glasgow; Joseph, London,Ont.;Harvey,Woodstock,Ont., a sister,Hilda Clyburn,Trenton;15 grandchildren;19 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren; and a stepdaughter and stepson. She was predeceased by her husband David;a son,Robert; 3 step-sons; 5 sisters and 4 brothers. Interment in MacLennan's Mtn.cemetery

UNKNOWN PAPER - 22 FEBRUARY 1985 STANLEY ERNEST WARWICK, 82, Truro, died Friday in Colchester Hospital. Born in West New Annan, he was a son of the late John and Mary (BRADLEY) WARWICK. He was a retired employee of the Colchester Hospital. He was a member and a life elder of St. Andrew's United Church. He was also a member of the Phoenix Lodge for the past 35 years, holding all offices. He was a resident of the Longworth Lodge where he served as treasurer of the Senior Citizens Club. He is survived by his wife, the former Beatrice THOMSON; three sons, James, Moncton; Stanley, Charlottetown; Grant, Dartmouth; a brother, George, West New Annan; eight grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers, Milton and Lloyd. The body is in Mattatall's Funeral Home, where funeral will be 4 p.m. Sunday, Rev. George H. MacLEAN officiating. Spring Burial will be in Watson Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the building fund or Colchester Hospital.

OBIT # 5157 - EASTERN CHRONICLE - 4 MARCH 1948 Funeral services were held at the Jacques Funeral Home for the late ANNABEL FRASER who died at the home of her nephew, C.VICTOR F. WEIR, Calgary,Alta. Interment was in the Union Cemetery. The late Mrs.FRASER was born in Wentworth Grant, Nova Scotia, in 1868, the third youngest daughter of the late JOHN FRASER and CATHERINE MacDONALD FRASER. She resided in the Province of Alberta for 42 years. There are no survivors in her immediate family.

UNKNOWN PAPER - 23 APRIL 1986 CHARLES IRVING WAUGH - Elmfield, Pictou County - Charles Irving WAUGH, 71, Elmfield, died Wednesday in Camp Hill Hospital. Born in Tatamagouche, he was a son of the late Archibald and Mary (WAUGH) WAUGH. He was an employee of Weeks Construction, New Glasgow, and a member of Bethel Presbyterian Church, Scotsburn. Surviving are his wife, the former Stella McCARA; three daughters, Mabel (Mrs. Angus MacEACHERN), Lower Sackville; Mildred (Mrs. Sam MacDOUGALL), Elmfield; and Lois (Mrs. Paul JONES), Nanaimo, B.C.; a son, Lloyd, Fredericton, N.B.; a brother, Fred, Tatamagouche; a sister, Mrs. Edna PERRIN, Louisville; seven grandchildren. He was predeceased by an infant son, Ronald; a brother, Leaman. The body is in McLaren Funeral Home, Pictou. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Friday in Bethel Presbyterian Church, Scotsburn, Rev. Mark McLENNAN officiating. Burial will be in Bethel Cemetery. Donations may be made to Bethel Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund.

Kathleen Gertrude Selig 2004 Halifax Chronicle Herald Kathleen Gertrude Selig, 83, Baker Settlement, passed away January 7, 2004, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born at West Clifford, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Myra (Bolivar) Selig. She is survived by sons, Roger, Bridgewater; Bruce, Baker Settlement; six grandchildren; several great grandchildren; brothers, Cyril and Kenneth, both of Ontario; Loraine, Bridgewater; sisters, Myrtus Wentzell, West Clifford; Geraldine (Raymond) Zwicker, Newcombville; special friend, Mary Himmelman, Bridgewater. She was predeceased by her husband, Everette; sons, Gary and Eric; grandson, Barry; brothers, Randolph, Bridon, Havelock, Calvin; sisters, Iris, Jewell, Bernandine. Visitation will be held 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater, where funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Rev. Willis Ott officiating. Burial will follow in the Baker Settlement Cemetery. Flowers accepted. Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or a charity of choice.

Caterina M. Cushing 2004 Halifax Chronicle Herald Caterina M. Cushing, 18, Caledonia, died suddenly as a result of a tragic car accident, on Sunday, January 4, 2004, on Highway 103 near Chester. Born at Bridgewater, she was the daughter of Charles Cushing, Bridgewater and Heather Fancy, Caledonia. Caterina was an outgoing young lady. She attended North Queens Rural High School, Caledonia for 13 years of her precious life. She was the 2001 Queen at the Queens County Exhibition. She was an active member in school and was on the volleyball team, student council, aand safe grad. She enjoyed crafts, music, swimming, drama, and creative writing. She was enrolled in the Business program at the Nova Scotia Community College, Lunenburg Campus in Bridgewater, having received the first entrance scholarship out of North Queens Rural High School. She also worked part-time at N.F. Douglas Hardware. People will always remember her for her radiant smile and her pleasant personality. Caterina's family and friendships were the most important part of her life, plus she had an extraordinary relationship with her nanny, Vivian. Caterina was inspired with the writing of Kahil Gibran,"Trust your dreams, for in them is hidden the gate to eternity." She is survived by her brother, Kyle; maternal grandmother, Vivian (Peter) MacKay, Caledonia; paternal grandfather, Charles, Caledonia; step-parents, Fanny Brown, Bridgewater; Owen Fancy, Caledonia; stepsisters, Aimee and Alyssa; stepbrother, Owen Jr. She was predeceased by her maternal grandfather, Randolph Wagner; paternal grandmother, Lillian Cushing. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers' Funeral Home, Liverpool. A photo viewing of her life will take place from 10-11 a.m. followed by a celebration of Caterina's life at 11 a.m. Friday, January 9, all in Caledonia United Church, Rev. Linda Kuschnik officiating. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to North Queens Rural High School for a bursary in memory of Caterina.

Gertrude M. Myra 1984 Gertrude M. Myra died at Salisbury, Maryland, May 27, 1984, aged 78 years. She is survived by her husband, Allen Myra; a daughter JoAnn L. Ramsey; seven grandchildren and three great grandsons. She is interred in Parson's Cemetery, Salisbury.

Kathleen Grace Cuming 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Kathleen Grace "Kaye" Cuming- It is with sadness we announce the death of "Kaye" Cuming, November 10, 2003, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater, after a lengthy illness. Born at Bridgewater, September 26, 1915, she was a daughter of the late Melbourne and Lottie (Hebb) Seamone. Kaye "fought the good fight" and will be greatly missed by her children, Patricia (John) Swain, Bridgewater; Margaret (James) Withrow, Halifax; Robert (Jane) Cuming, Bridgewater. She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Eric Swain, Halifax; Christopher (Corinne) Swain, Bridgewater; Heather (Karl) Kowalczyk, Halifax; Stacy Withrow, Calgary; great-grandson, Thomas Kowalczyk; sister, Edith (Max) Richards, Cape Elizabeth, Maine; sister-in-law, Muriel, June, and Barbara Seamone; many special nieces and nephews; her lifelong friend, Hilda Kaye. She was predeceased by her husband, Malcolm in 1976; brothers, Percy, Archie, Donnie, Allister, George, Bob and Stan Seamone; sisters, Margaret, Dot, and Helen. No visitation in the funeral home by request. In keeping with Kaye's wishes cremation has taken place under the direction of Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater. Memorial service 11 a.m. Friday in Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Bridgewater, Archdeacon John Clarke officiating. Family committal will take place in Brookside Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations to Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Bridgewater or S.H.A.I.D. Tree Animal Shelter, Bridgewater would be most appreciated. Sincere thanks to Dr. D. Barss and the staff of South Shore Regional Hospital, particularly the 4th. floor nursing teams for the wonderful level of care which they provided.

Laird Roy Arenburg 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Laird Roy Arenburg, Truro, passed away September 22, 2003, in The Mira Home for Special Care, Truro. Born August 12,1912, in Stanburne, he was a son of the late Amos and Bertha (Conrad) Arenburg. He started working as a very young age on the family farm, in the forest, and at carpentry. For a number of years he was active as a registered guide and fondly remembered the Guides' Meets at Lake William (now Camp Kadimah). He was employed by Canadian National Railways from 1938 until retirement in 1974, as a locomotive engineer. He often spoke of the many troop and supply trains that he worked from Moncton to Halifax during the war years. Laird was a former member of K40. He was a past master of Truro Lodge No. 43 AF&AM, past High Priest of Keith Chapter No. 4 R.A.M., a 32nd. degree member of the Scottish Rite, a member of the Philae Temple AAONMS and Central Shrine Club, a past patrom of Myrtle Chapter OES. He was a long-time member of St. John's Anglican Church, Truro, and served as warden and in other capacities for many years. Laird loved the outdoors and thoroughly enjoyed the time he spent hunting, salmon fishing on the LaHave, and at his cottage at Lake Mushamush. He also enjoyed playing cards. He was an honest, hard working and jovial man who was devoted to his family. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Margaret (Veinotte); son, David (Marlene), Truro; grandchidlren, Krista Poole, Truro;Trevor Campbell, Powell River, B.C.; Colin Campell, Heidi Sexton, and Josh Arenburg, all of Truro. He was predeceased by his only daughter, Judith Elizabeth Campbell (Graham); sisters, Vera, Nellie; brothers, Murray, Milton, Floyd. Funeral 2 p.m. today in St. John's Anglican Church, Rev. Lori Ramsey officiating. Interment in Terrace Hill Cemetery. Reception to follow in St. John's Anglican Church Hall. Family flowers only. Donations in Laird's memory to the St. John's Anglican Church Memorial Fund, Shriner's Crippled Children Fund or Alzheimer's Society of Nova Scotia.

Erlin James Peeler 1992 Halifax Chronicle Herald Erlin James Peeler, 66, First South, died September 9, 1992, in Fishermen's Memorial Hospital, Lunenburg. Born at Rose Bay, he was a son of the late James and Ellen (Zinck) Peeler. He served during the Second World War with the Royal Canadian Air Force; served five years with the Merchant Marine; served 20 years with R.C.E.M.E. He was also retired from National Sea Products, Lunenburg Division. He was a member of Bridgewater I.O.O.F. Lodge for 45 years; member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 24, Bridgewater; member of Grace Lutheran Church, First South; active for many years with South Shore Minor Hockey Association. He is survived by his wife, the former Myrna Virginia Bolivar; daughter, Ruth (Mrs. Michael Secord), Calgary; three sons, James, First South; Brian, Bridgewater; David, Ottawa; two sisters, Doris (Mrs. Roy Whynot), Bridgewater; Marie (Mrs. George Matta), LaSalle, Quebec; eight grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers, Ross and Charles. A graveside service will be 2 p.m. Sunday in Shepherd Hill Cemetery, Riverport, Rev. Donald Himmelman officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grace Lutheran Church, Fishermen's Memorial Hospital, Canadian Cancer Society or any charity, through Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg.

Frank William Schnare 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Frank William Schnare, 77, New Germany, died August 29, 2003, in the VG Site, QEII. Born at Upper Kingsburg, he was a son of the late Theophilus and Ellen (Naas) Schnare. He was a Chief Officer with U.S. Gypsum for 30 years, sailing out of Hantsport to the Eastern Seaboard and parts of South America. He encouraged many future mariners during his career. He was a member of the New Germany Craft Association and Rosedale Seniors Club. He is survived by his wife, the former Joyce (Brinton) Hamilton-Schnare; daughter, Alta (Mike) Belajac, Barss Corner; sons, David (Debbie) Nineveh; Leonard (Donna) DesJardins-Schnare, Bridgetown; Ralph (Peggy), Barss Corner; sister, May Wamback, East LaHave; grandchildren, Shauna, Savanna, Courtney, Jillian, Innikki, Flynt, Drake, Minday, Natasha; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his first wife, Mabel Brittain; sisters, Elsie and Grace. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today in Warren T. Roop Funeral Home, Middleton. Memorial service 1 p.m. Wednesday in Bridgewater Baptist Church, Rev. Tom Harvey and Rev. Norman Hovland officiating. A reception will be held following the service. Interment in Pleasant River Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.

Constance M. Preeper 1992 Halifax Chronicle Herald Constance M. Preeper, 70, Martin's Point, died December 5, 1992, at Chester Basin. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late J. Gordon and Marjorie (Marks) Moore. She is survived by two sons, David, Dartmouth; Bruce, Martin's Point, two sisters, Gwen (Mrs. Harry Warner), Bridgewater; Joyce, Dartmouth; two grandchildren. The body has been cremated under the direction of Mahone Funeral Home, Mahone Bay. A graveside service will be 1 p.m. December 19, in Dartmouth Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to any charity.

OBIT # 5150 - HALIFAX HERALD - 20 NOV 1961 Mr. MacCready was killed when the car he was driving ran into the rear of a trailer truck near the Halifax International Airport. ... Mr. MacCready, a banker, was a leader in community affairs. A native of Moncton, he grew up in New Glasgow but had lived in Stellarton for the past 11 years. He is survived by his wife, the former Myrtle Walker of Truro; daughter Marilyn, Halifax; son David at home; sisters Irene (Mrs. Bigleow MacKenzie), St. Louis; and Jean, Oakland, Calif. Remains are resting at the family home on Albion Avenue. The funeral service will take place today at 2:30 p.m. from Sharon St. John United Church with Rev. D.C. Boothroyd officiating. Interment will be in the family lot at Lorne Street cemetery, New Glasgow.

THE DAILY NEWS - 10 APRIL 1985 BEATRICE IRENE STARATT - Bible Hill - Beatrice Irene STARATT, 88, of 25 Bigney Ave. and formerly of Green's Creek died Wednesday in Colchester Hospital. Born in Green Oak, she was the daughter of the late George W. and Margaret (DARTT) DARTT. She was a member of Old Barns United Church. She is survived by five daughters, Mrs. Catherine YOUNG, Toronto; Doris (Mrs. Chester McNUTT), Huntsville, Ont.; Reta (Mrs. Lewis HUGHES), Bible Hill; Evelyn (Mrs. Roy CLARK), Scarborough, Ont.; Agnes (Mrs. William SMITH), Bible Hill; four sons, Alec, Downsview, Ont.; Carl, Beaver Brook; Burton, Hilden; Eddie, Peace River, Alta.; a brother, Cecil of Lower Sackville; 28 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Halliday, a son Harold; a son in infancy; three sisters, Violet, Sadie and Ada and a brother Ambro. The late Mrs. STARATT is at the Mattatall Funeral Home, from where funeral service will be 4 p.m. Friday, Rev. Stewart RUSSELL officiating. Burial will be in Green Oak Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice.

D. Stewart Hebb 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald D. Stewart Hebb, 94, Hebbville, died May 27, 2003, at home. Born at Hebbville, he was a son of the late Howard and Mary (Croft) Hebb. He was the owner of Stewart Hebb's Greenhouses for 40 years, retiring three years ago. He was an avid hunter. Surviving are his wife of 51 years, the former Ruth Baker; daughters, Dianne (James) Cook, Cookville; Mary Ann (Gary) Bushen, Pinehurst; Lucy Hebb,Conquerall Mills; sons, Rickey (Cathy)Stewart, "Bubby" (Marcia), all of Conquerall Mills; Billy (Carla), Italy Cross; sister-in-law, Mabel Hebb, Hebbville; 15 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Gordon, Lawrence, two in infancy; sisters, Beatrice Hebb, one in infancy. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, funeral service 1:30 p.m. Friday, both in R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville, Rev. Quincy Collins officiating. Burial in Hebbville Cemetery. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to Victorian Order of Nurses, Lunenburg County Branch or any charity.

Kevin Alan Woodworth 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Kevin Alan Woodworth, 38, Newcombville, passed away June 11, 2003, in Bridgewater. Born at Bridgewater, he was the son of Paulette (Hirtle)Woodworth, Bridgewater, and the late Glen Woodworth. He was employed with Michelin Tire in Bridgewater and was a member of the Newcombville and District Fire Department. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed various types of sports as well as playing his guitar. Besides his mother, he is survived by daughter, Leah; son, Easton, both of Conquerall Bank; sister, Gail, Bridgewater; maternal grandparents, Gerald and Shirley Hirtle, Lower Branch; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Visitation will be held Sunday from 7-9 p.m. in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater, where funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, Rev. Willis Ott officiating. Burial will follow in Newcombville Cemetery. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Newcombville and District Fire Department, All Saints Lutheran Church or a charity of your choice.

Ruth Evelyn Garber 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Ruth Evelyn Garber, 80, Conquerall Mills, passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2003, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born at River Hebert, she was the daughter of the late Rufus and Margaret (Stewart) Gates. She owned and operated the Stay-Curl Beauty Shop in Bridgewater until her retirement in 1985. Surviving are her daughter, Krista Garber and her husband, Sam Brushett, St. Augustine, Florida; niece, Lynne (Bob) Devine, Kentville; nephew, Allen Gates, Abbottsford, B.C., and many caring friends. She was predeceasd by her husband, Donald Perry Garber and brother, Walter Gates. In keeping with Ruth's wishes, there will be no vsitation in the funeral home by request. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday in Sweeny's Funeral Chapel, Bridgewater, Rev. Willis Ott officiating. No flowers by request. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or a charity of your choice.

Myra M. Bolivar 2003 Bridgewater Bulletin Myra M. Bolivar, 99, a resident of Newton, Mass., for over 60 years, died Monday, April 7, 2003, at St. Elizabeth's Medical Centre in Bridghton, Mass. Born at Newcombville, she was the daughter of the late Banford and Martha (Newcomb) Hebb and wife of the late Carman Bolivar. She was a long-time active member of the Eliot Church of Newton, up until the last two years. She was a regular summer visitor to the Bridgewater area. She is survived by her sons, Wayne W. Bolivar and his wife Beverly of Needham, Mass., and Norman E. Bolivar of Newton. She is slso survived by four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Winnie Whynot, Buckfield; and Kathleen Bolivar, Bridgewater, also many nieces abd nephews in Nova Scotia. She was predeceased by her brothers, Clarance, Curtis; sisters, Bernice, Annie, Vida, Susie, and Mildred. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 9, in the Eaton and MacKay Funeral Home at Newton Corner. Interment was at Newton Cemetery.

Horace Edgar Allan Norman 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Horace Edgar Allan Norman, Bridgewater , passed away May 7, 2003, in Camp Hill Veterans Memorial Building, QEII, Halifax, following a lengthy illness. Born at Hampton, New Brunswick, November 4, 1917, he was a son of the late William Allan and Lillian Evelyn (Gould) Norman. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving overseas as Staff Sergeant with the 3rd. Anti-tank Regiment in England, France, Belgium, Holland, and Germany. He was employed with Maritime Telegraph and Telephone Company Limited for 33 years, retiring in 1981. He was a member of Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Bridgewater, life member of Telephone Pioneers, 3rd. Anti-tank Regiment Association and Lunenburg County Veterans Association. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Mary (Spinney); son, Brian, Thailand; grandchildren, Bruce, Angela, Cherie (Jollimore), and Brina; great-granddaughter, Erin, all of Halifax; brother, Maurice, Long Point, New Brunswick. He was predeceased by his first wife, Audrey Gibson; son, Roderick; sisters, Beatrice and Ileana. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Sunday in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday in Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Bridgewater, Archdeacon John Clarke officiating. Burial will follow at 3 p.m. in St. John's Cemetery, Halifax. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, Victorian Order of Nurses, Lunenburg County Branch, or a charity of your choice. Special thanks and appreciation to the staff of V3 West.

Evelyn Pearl Wagner 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Evelyn Pearl Wagner, 84, Upper Branch, died June 17, 2003, at the home of James Barkhouse, Nineveh. Born at Upper Branch, she was the daughter of the late Arthur James and Beatrice Blanche (Conrad) Snyder. She lived her entire life at Upper Branch and was employed by Calvin Snyder Ltd. for 30 years. Surviving are her husband, Ray; brother, Calvin (Helen) Snyder, Upper Branch. Visitation 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today, funeral 2 p.m. Friday, both in R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville, Rev. Willis Ott officiating. Burial in Brookside Cemetery, Bridgewater. Flowers will be accepted. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia, Canadian Cancer Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.