William Clayton Ramey 1996 Halifax Chronicle Herald William Clayton Ramey, 92, Barss Corner, died April 20, 1996, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Upper Northfield, he was a son of the late Stanley Levi and Zilpha (Ramey) Ramey. He was a member of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, Upper Northfield. He was a retired cook of the bridge and building department of Canadian National Railway, working throughout Nova Scotia. He had an interest in flower gardening and bird wildlife. Surviving are daughter, Barbara Foster, Cleveland; son, Ronald, Petawawa; brothers, Warren, Barss Corner; Laurie, Scarsdale; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters, Mildred, Alice, Sadie; brothers, Gordon, Horace, Owen, Harry in infancy. Visitation 7-9 p.m. Tuesday; funeral 11 a.m. Wednesday, both in New Germany Funeral Home, Rev. William Gustafson officiating. Burial in Barss Corner Community Cemetery, Barss Corner. Family flowers only. Donations to New Germany and Area Medical Centre Association or Barss Corner Community Hall.

Sharon Maxine Frail 2011 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Tuesday, December 20, 2011. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Sharon Maxine Frail, 55, of Hibernia, Queens County, passed away Sunday, December 18, 2011, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Born in Caledonia, she was a daughter of the late Mervin and Evangeline (Weare) Merry. She was the head of Environmental Service and Maintenance at North Queens Nursing Home, Caledonia, where she was a beloved and well-repsected employee for over 25 years. Sharon loved her little dog, Bear, gardening, knitting, socializing, and visiting her many friends and family. She was a member of Caledonia United Baptist Church. She is survived by her son, Vance of Stettler, Alberta; sisters, Gail (Paul) Fancy of Westfield; Paulette (Arden) Doak of Fredericton; Lynn (Stephen) Martin of Bridgewater; brothers, Larry (Valerie), Leigh (Catherine), both of Maitland Bridge; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brother, James. Visitation will be held today, December 20th., from 7-9 p.m., from Chandlers' Funeral Home, Liverpool. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, December 21st., at 2 p.m., from Caledonia United Baptist church, Rev. John Boddy officiaiting. Burial will be in Maplewood Cemetery, Maitland Bridge. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Caledonia United Baptist Church or to Canadian Diabetes Association.

UNKNOWN PAPER - 1977 UPPER MUSQUODOBOIT - Lyman E. Andrews, 84, of Upper Musquodoboit, died Thursday in Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital. Born in South Branch , he was the son of the late John and Mary Jane (Millen) Andrews. Surviving are two sons, Neil, Upper Musquodoboit; Gerald, Meagher's Grant and two daughters Phemia (Mrs Ivan Cole) and Olla (Mrs Raymond Cole) both of Meagher's Grant; a brother, Leland, Halifax; ten grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Gladys Archibald, a son Douglas and a sister Margaret. The body is at Ettinger's Funeral Home, Middle Musquodoboit. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2pm in Upper Musquodoboit United Church. Rev. J.D.N.MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery.

DR. JAMES WALKER LEWIS The Chronicle Herald, 1979. River John - Dr. James Walker LEWIS, 54, of River John, died Wednesday in Lillian Fraser Memorial Hospital, Tatamagouche. Born in Armagh, Northern Ireland, he was a son of the late James Victor and Jane (WALKER) LEWIS. He was educated at the Portora Royal School, Enniskillen County, Fermanagh, Ireland. He received his medical degree from Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland. He served in the Second World War as a member of the Royal Canadian Medical Corps. He practised medicine in England before coming to River John in 1963. He was a member of St. George Presbyterian Church, River John and a member of Pictou County Kennel Club and the Canadian Bloodhound Club. Surviving are his wife, the former Sybil Vera PATTISON; two sons, Walter Patrick, Edmonton; Noel James, Halifax. The body is at Coulter's Funeral Home, Tatamagouche. Funeral will be Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Presbyterian Church, River John, Rev. John FRASER officiating. Burial will be in River John cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lillian Fraser Memorial Hospital.

Charles A. Benham 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Tuesday October 14, 2003. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Charles A. Benham, 62, East Green Harbour, passed away peacefully October 12, 2003, in Roseway Hospital, Sandy Point, with his wife and children and immediate family by his side. He was a son of the late Edwin Sr. and Gladys (Stephens) Benham. Left to mourn are his wife, Thelma V. (Burgess); daughter, Sheila Oickle (Ronald), Liverpool and granddaughter,Rose Anne Marie; son, Charles Jr. (Laura), Halifax and granddaughter, Emily and grandson, Robert; brother, William (Janice); sisters, Catherine and Annastachia (Ronnie), all of East Green Harbour; many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by brothers, Edwin Jr. and Francis; sister, Elizabeth. Cremation has taken place. No visiting by request. Memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Friday in H.M. Huskilson's Funeral Home, Lockeport, Rev. Sandra Fyfe officiating. Burial will be in Stephens Cemetery, East Green Harbour. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Kidney Foundation of Canada, Nova Scotia Branch.

Alman Lemont Huskins 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Monday, July 31, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Alman Lemont Huskins, 91, Port Mouton, died July 29, 2000, in Hillsview Acres, Middlefield. Born in Port Mouton, he was a son of the late Alexander and Addie Huskins. He spent his working years as a self-employed fisherman. Surviving are a daughter, son-in-law, and grandson, all of Dartmouth; brothers, Wilson, Clyde, and Leonce, all of Port Mouton. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Norah Kathleen Wagner; sister, Pearl in infancy; brothers, Eddie, Douglas, Charlie, Chester, and George. Visitation will be from 1-2 p.m., funeral to follow at 2 p.m. Tuesday, both in Chandlers' Funeral Home, Liverpool, Rev. Joanne MacFadden officiating. Burial in Laurel Hill Cemetery, Riverside Road, Port Mouton. Family flowers only.

Harry Alexander Veinot 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Harry Alexander "Alex" Veinot, 73, Pereau, Kings County, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 10, 2007, at home, surrounded by his family. Born in Lake Pleasant, he was a son of the late Bertram and Alma (Emeneau) Veinot. He was initally employed with Nova scotia Power in Nictaux and then worked for the poultry division of Archibald Farms Limited for 26 years, retiring in 1980, due to ill health. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, the former Dorothy Stoddart; daughters, Diane (David) Fuller, Blomidon; Gail (Lenny) Barkhouse, Scott's Bay Road; Patricia (Wendell) Brewster, Centreville; son, Ivan (Doreen), Inglisville; grandson raised by Alex and Dorothy, Chris (Jasmina), Halifax; nine additional grandchildren; five stepgrandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was predeceased by sisters,Winnifred Whynott and Doris Veinot; brothers, Bertram, Frank, and Reginald; grandsons, Tyler and Ryan. Visitation will be held from 3-4 and 7-9 p.m. today in White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, where the funeral service, followed by a reception, will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, February 13, Rev. Derek Langille officiating. Burial will take place in Fairview Cemetery, Lawrencetown. Family flowers only by request. Donations in memory may be made to the Pereau Baptist Church Memorial Fund or Annapolis Valley Victorian Order of Nurses.

Verna L. Feindel 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Verna L. Feindel - 1912-2007, age 94, of Jolicure, New Brunswick, formerly of Lunenburg/Northwest, passed away peacefully in Sackville Memorial Hospital, Sackville, on Monday, March 12, 2007. Born in Northwest, she was a daughter of the late William and Pearl (Rafuse) Veneau. She will be sadly missed by son, Wayne, Dorchester, New Brunswick; grandchildren, Kirk, Amanda, Kara, and Gillianne; great-grandchildren, Ezra, Janaea, and Naiya; relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Carroll and was the last surviving member of a family of nine. RCAF stations Goose Bay, Greenwood, Moncton, and Downsview, enriched a vibrant life of dinner parties, community service, and political critique. A staunch belief in God, church and family were her foundation. "So keep one little dream before you. It needn't be big nor bold. Keep one little dream before you and you shall never grow old." Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Jones Funeral Home, Sackville where visitation took place in the funeral home on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will take place in Trinity Anglican Church, Dorchester, today at 10 a.m., Father Kevin Stockall officiating. Upon completion of the services in New Brunswick, Verna will travel home to Lunenburg where visitation will take place in Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg, today from 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will take place in St. John's Anglican Church on Thursday, March 15, at 11 a.m., Rev. Barbara Minard officiating. Burial will take place in Hillcrest Cemetery. Those wishing to make a donation may do so to Trinity Anglican Church Building Fund, Canadian Cancer Society, New Brunswick Division, New Brunswick Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of choice.

Clarence W. Veino 1982 Bridgewater Bulletin Clarence W. Veino, 76, of Sudbury, Maassachusetts, died suddenly Tuesday, May 4 , 1982. Mr. Veino was a retired machinst for W.H. Nichols Company of Waltham. Born in Nova Scotia, son of the late William and Stella (Wentzell) Veino, he lived in Sudbury for many years. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Ella Arnold, also one brother, Alvin. He is survived by one brother, Arthur; two sisters, Mrs. Arlene Conrad and Mrs. Bernice Wentzell. He was a member of the Memorial Congregational Church. Fuenral service was held in the church with Pastor Stanley Russell officiating. Burial in the family plot, Wayland.

Brittany Ann Crouse 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Brittany Ann Crouse, 17, New Ross, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 18, 2007, in a motor vehicle accident on Highway 12. Born in Kentville, she was a daughter of Jack and Wanda (McDow) Crouse. Brittany was a 12th. grade student of Forest Heights Community High School in Chester Grant where she competed on the school basketball team and the New Ross Senior Women's Soccer team with many of her friends. She was one of the smallest players on her team, but the mightiest. She was looking forward to graduation and her summer working with her stepdad, Peter, as a painter. For the past three years she worked for Subway in Chester. Brittany touched the lives of many people and will be dearly missed by many family and friends. Besides her parents, she is survived by sisters, Stephanie Crouse (Scott) and Alicia Crouse (Mike), both of Chester; maternal grandparents, Marilyn and Waldo McDow, New Ross; paternal grandparents, Perry and Leah Butler, Granville Ferry; many aunts, uncles, and cousins. She will be missed by her special pet, Cuddles. She was predeceased by her infant brother, Shawn and paternal grandparents, Sylvia and Donald Crouse. Visitation for Brittany will be held from 7-9 p.m. today in H.C. Lindsay Funeral Home, New Ross. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, Aprill 21, at 2 p.m. in Christ Anglican Church, New Ross, with Rev. Leonard Bednar officiating. Interment will take place in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Brittany's memory may be made to the IWK Health Centre, Halifax.

Frank Robinson Weagle 2007 Halifax ChronicleHerald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Frank Robinson Weagle, 79, Bridgewater, passed away Saturday, April 14, 2007, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Danesville, he ws a son of the late John and Laura (Whynot) Weagle. In his earlier years, Frank worked in the woods and then worked for many years with Acadia Construction until his retirement. He was the laast surviving member of his immediate family. Frank is survived by wife, Marguerite; daughters, Rose (Carson Robar), Northfield; Peggy (Ray Rivard), Waterford, Ontario; Isabel Weagle, Danesville; son, John (Cathy) Weagle, Bridgewater; stepdaughters, Marilyn Hynick, Blue Rocks; Julie (Douglas) Tanner, Garden Lots; Nancy (Kenny) Knickle, Silver Point Road; stepsons, Jessen (Elaine) Langille, Hebb's Road; Lawrence (Carol Jane) Langille, Blue Rocks; John Langille, Wilkie Cove Road; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren;- 17 stepgrandchildren; and eight step great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his first wife, Mary; infant daughter, Nora; six brothers and six sisters. Friends are invited to share their memories of Frank during visitation in Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg, Tuesday from 7-9 p.m., where a service to celebrate Frank's life will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m., Rev. Ivan Norton officiating. Interment will be in Upper Blue Rocks Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Victorian Order of Nurses, Lunenburg County, South Shore Palliative Care or a charity of your choice.

Thelma Magdeline Bezanson 2009 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Thelma Magdeline Bezanson, 86, First South and Lunenburg, passed away Friday, December 18, 2009, in Mahone Nursing Home, Mahone Bay. Born in Blue Rocks, she was a daughter of the late James Barnabas and Lilllian Ruth Luzetta (Greek) Knickle. Thelma was educated in the Blue Rocks School where she completed grade eight. She married Robert Borden Bezanson on March11, 1943 in St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Blue Rocks. A devoted housewife and homemaker, she had enjoyed hooking mats, embroidery work, reading, baking, cooking, hymns and of course, her grandchildren. Thelma felt her greatest acomplishment in life was raising her family. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, First South. She is survived by daughters, Linda Wentzell (Byron Morash), Lunenburg; Janet (Durling) Deal, Dayspring; grandchildren, Michael Wentzell, Angela Aulenbach, Jennifer Wentzell, Cory Deal, Pamela Deal; great-grandchildren, Amanda, Adam, Jeremy, Nikita, Demitre, Emma Marie, Sophie and Kiersten; sister, Marjorie (Harold) Romkey, Garden Lots; brother, Dawson (Eldora) Knickle, Lunenburg. She was predeceased by her husband, Borden (1995); sister, Evangeline Conrad. Friends are invited to share their memories of Thelma during visitation in Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. Funeral service to celebrate Thelma's life will be held Monday at 2 p.m. in Grace Lutheran Chuch, First South, Rev. Vivian S. Roberts officiating. Interment will be in First South Cemetery, First South. Flowers from the immediate family only. Memorial donations may be made to Mahone Nursing Home, The Arthritis Society, Grace Lutheran Church or a charity of your choice.

Adelaide "Avis" Selig 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Tuesday, August 12, 2003. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Adelaide "Avis" Selig, 68, Westfield, Queens County, passed away Sunday, August 10, 2003, at home. Born in Westfield, she was a daughter of the late Hastings and Rosella (Therieau) Mansfield. Along with being a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker, she worked for a number of years as a nurses aid at the North Queens Nursing Home. She was a member of Westfield United Baptist Church. Avis enjoyed volunteering at the Westfield Community Hall, baking, making Christmas wreaths, knitting, and bingo. She is survived by daughters, Enid St.Louis, Dartmouth; Ann (Mrs. Herbert Dolliver), Bonnie (Mrs. David Joudrey), Victoria (Mrs. Jerry Burke), all of Westfield; sons, Glenn (Cathy), Ricky, both of Westfield; Terry (Ann), Pleasantfield; sister, Erma Frail, Westfield; brothers, Denton (Virginia), Lunenburg; Arley (Iris), Westfield; 14 grandchildren; three step grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; three step great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Gerald; sons, Jeffrey, baby Selig; grandson, Cody; sisters, Theresa, Nancy; brothers, Lawson, Clinton, Marvin, and John Sterling. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, August 13, in Chandlers' Funeral home, Liverpool. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, August 14, in Westfield United Baptist Church, Rev. Daniel Walton officiating. Burial will be in Hillcrest Community Cemetery, Westfield. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Victorian Order of Nurses, North Queens Fire Department, North Queens Medical Centre, Bikers' Association of Halifax or a charity of choice.

Morley Kempton Brown 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Friday, October 31, 2003. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Morley Kempton Brown, 82, Grafton, Kings County, and formerly of New Ross, passed away October 29, 2003, in Evergreen Nursing Home, Kentville. Born in Forties, he was a son of the late Carey and Annie (Bezanson) Brown. He was a farmer and a labourer, self-taught blacksmith and veterinarian always ready to help his friends and neighbours whenever he could. He received an honourary award for his many years helping to organize the New Ross Community Fair. He enjoyed exhibitions, particularly the oxen and horses. He was a member of the Farmers Association and was a founder of the association many years ago. Surviving are his wife, the former Louise Balsor Misner; sons, Gary (Katherine), Oshawa; Aldrich (Ann), South Berwick; daughters, Ardythe (Robert) Arnold, Grafton; Eunice (Art) Patton, Woodville; Wilma (John) Hazlewood, Mount Uniacke; Wanda (Byron) Harding, Niagara Falls; brother, Ross (Marguerite) Brown, Aylesford; sister-in-law, Rolena; sisters, Gladys Hergette, Kingston; Norma (Glenn) Stoddard, Harmony; Evelyn Burgoyne, Kentville; 17 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his first wife, Dorothy Russell; son Lawrence; daughter, Thelma; brothers, Mileage, Paul, and Clyde. No visitation by request. Funeral arrangements are enrusted to H. C. Lindsay Funeral Home, Kentville. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Rev. Murray Shaw officiating. Interment in Black Rock Cemetery. Donations may be made to Evergreen Nursing Home or a charity of choice.

Elizabeth Diana Hatt 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Tuesday, June 6, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Elizabeth Diana Hatt, 53, Chester Basin, died June 4, 2000, in the South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Central Port Mouton, Liverpool, she was a daughter of Esther (Broome) Hartlen Allison and stepdaughter of Lester Allison, Shelburne and daughter of the late Bruce Hartlen. She was a member of St. John's Anglican Church, Chester Basin and an avid worker at the church suppers. She is survived by her husband, Lloyd; sons, Darrin, Canaan; Brian, Halifax; sister, Virginia (Melvin) Enslow, West Green Harbour; sisters-in-law, Lois Robar, Seffernville; Edith (Lionel) Armstrong, Windsor Road; brothers, Bruce Hartlen, Toronto; Horace (Marlene) Hartlen, Crescent Beach; brother-in-law, Austin (Lynn) Hatt, Marriott's Cove; many nieces, nephews, and good friends. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Davis Funeral Home, Chester. Funeral service 2 p.m. Wednesday in St. Stephen's Anglican Church, Chester, Rev. Michael Mitchell and Rev. Sean Taylor officiating. Burial in All Saints Cemetery, Canaan. In lieu of flowers, donations to All Saints Church, Canaan.

Arthur Sedrick Reid 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Friday, December 12, 2003. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Arthur Sedrick "Sid" Reid, 68, Evergreen Home for Special Care, Kentville, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2003, in the home. Born in Lake Ramsay, he was a son of Kathleen (Keddy) Reid, Evergreen Home for Special Care, and the late Harry Reid. He had been employed at both the old and new Kentville arenas for over 25 years. He had also been employed at the Glooscap Arena, Canning; for five years; as a commissionaire with Acadia University, Wolfville for several years; and as a labourer on Otis Jess' farm, Port Williams. He also served with the West Nova Scotia Regiment and was a former member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Kings Branch 6, Kentville. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and enjoyed sports. In addition to his mother, he is survived by sons, Victor (Tanya) Reid, Kentville; Ian Blenus, Kingston; sisters, Gloria (Greg) Hiltz, Sylvia (Carl) Dominey, Doris (Ivan Pick) Reid, all of New Minas; Hattie Delaney, Truro; Shirley (Tony) Shupack, Alberta; brother, James (Judy), New Minas; his former wife, Marjorie (Brown) Reid, Kentville; grandchildren, Lakyn and Jeremy; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by daughter, Connie Reid; sons, Lawrence Reid and Ryan Blenus. Visitation will be held today 2-4, 7-9 p.m. with a Royal Canadian Legion service at 7 p.m., both in W.C. Hiltz/White Family Funeral home, Kentville, where a funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, December 13, Rev. Robert Billings officiating. Private family burial will take place at a later date in Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill. Donations in memory may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of choice.

Lillian Beatrice Oickle 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Friday, December 12, 2003. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Lillian Beatrice Oickle, 90, Bridgewater, passed away December 10, 2003, in Hillside Pines Home for Special Care, Bridgewater. Born in Lunenburg County, she was a daughter of the late Bessie (Loder) Smith. She is survived by her daughter, Maria (Aubrey) Corkum-Harding, Shelburne; grandson, Peter Corkum, Bridgewater; brother, Roger (Merlene) Cross, Dartmouth; foster brother, Ross Whynot, Lunenburg County; numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold; sisters, Margaret Herman, Mary Croft. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. today in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Bridgewater, Pastor Beth Wagschal officiating. Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery, Bridgewater. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or a charity of your choice.

Brig. Gen. George Power Morrison, (Ret'd) 1995 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: December 21, 1995. Brig. Gen. George Power Morrison, (Ret'd), RRCA, CBE, CD - 100, Chester, died December 16, 1995, at home. Born in Quebec, he was a son of the late Michael and Mary (Power) Morrison. He celebrated his 100th. birthday in Chester on June 12, 1995, with congratulations received from Queen Elizabeth II, Governor General Romeo LeBlanc, and Prime Minister Jean Chretien among many others. At the time of his death, he was the oldest living graduate of Royal Military College, Kingston. He was commissioned as a lieutenant in the Royal Regiment Canadian Artillery in 1915 and served with the Canadian Siberian Expeditionary Force in 1919. He was promoted to captain in 1920 and served as gunnery instructor in Halifax in 1924. In the 1930's, he served as a staff officer in various positions and was employed with NRC and NDHQ in Ottawa as well as RMC in Kingston. He was promoted to brigadier in 1942 and retired in 1951. He had a distinguished military career spanning the First World War and the Second World War and received the Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire in 1944 and the Canadian Forces Decoration in 1950. He was widely recognized as one of North America's top ballistic experts. Surviving are half-sister, Mts. Joan Wasson, Australia; nephews, David and Ray Binmore; step-daughter, Harriette Stairs, Ottawa; step-grandchildren, John Stairs, Oakville; George Stairs, Ottawa, Peter Stairs, Burlington; eight step-great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Eileen Buckley; stepson, John A. Stairs.; sisters, Gay Adams, Aileen Oliver. No funeral by request. Cremation has taken place. Burial was held December 20 in Fairview Cemetery, Halifax, Rev. Kerry Bourke officiated. Memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to Salvation Army. Arrangements under the direction of Davis Funeral Home, Chester.

Captain Murray T. Webber (Ret.) 2005 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Captain Murray T. Webber (Ret.), 80, Bridgewater, passed away peacefully in Harbour View Haven Home for Special Care, Lunenburg, on September 8, 2005. Born May 5, 1925, in Chester Basin, Murray was a son of the late Maxwell and Greta (Bauchman) Webber. Murray was a veteran of the Second World War, serving with the RCAF for three years. After the war, Murray attended the University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, for two years. He then returned to the RCAF where he served for 27 years, retiring with the rank of Captain. Upon retirement, he moved to Bridgewater where he worked for Michelin Tire for 13 years as a security officer. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Muriel (Hirtle); sons, Craig (Debby), Lawrencetown; Byron (Janice), Fredericton; daughter, Eileen (Howard) Demone, Bridgewater; sisters, Joyce Rogers, Edmonton; Betty (Dean) Eisnor), Chester Basin; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brother, Malcolm. Visitation will take place on Sunday, September 11, from 7-9 p.m. in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater. Interment, attended by family members only, will take place at 11 a.m. on Monday, September 12, in Brookside Cemetery. The funeral service will take place in Bridgewater United Baptist Church, Rev. Eric Campbell officiating. A reception will follow in the church basement. The family has requested, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia, IWK Health Centre Foundation, Harbour View Haven or charity of donor's choice.

George Neville Barnhill 2006 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Friday, December 8, 2006. >From the collection of Gwen Christie George Neville Barnhill, 87, Mersey Point, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 6, 2006, in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool. Born in Fort Lawrence, he was the son of the late William and Georgina (Chapman) Barnhill. George served in the Canadian Army Service Corps from 1939-1946, serving overseas for six years as a Warrant Officer II and also in charge of movement and control of troops in the United Kingdom during the Battle of Britain, the Blitz, and through to the end of the war. He had the duty of bringing 365 Canadian War Brides and their children to Pier 21, Halifax, and was the only Canadian soldier on board, at the end of the Second World War in 1946. On discharge, he entered the motion picture business in London, England before coming back to Canada in 1959 and going to work for the National Film Board of Canada, where he worked in all aspects of the film business, before retiring in 1983 and coming to Queens County. He was a 3rd degree Mason of Canada Lodge No. 3527, London, England, a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 38, Liverpool and also a member of Trinity Anglican Church, Liverpool. He is survived by his wife, Greta; stepdaughter, Lisa Parnell (Keith Nickerson), East Port Medway; stepson, Brian (Sharon) Parnell, East Port Medway; son-in-law, Dale McKnight, Calgary; grandchildren, Kristen, Cindy, Michael, Steven, Robert, and a great-grandson. He was predeceased by daughter, Gillian McKnight. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers' Funeral Home, Liverpool. A graveside memorial service will be held Saturday, December 9, at 2 p.m., in Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Liverpool, Rev. Arthur Nash officiating. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Queens General Hospital Foundation or a charity of choice.