Greta Enid Joudrey 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Greta Enid Joudrey, 84, Bridgewater, formerly of Middle LaHave, passed away March 6, 2007, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Middle LaHave, she was a daughter of the late Russell and Myrtle (Lohnes) Corkum. She is survived by daughters, Carolyn (Theodore) Lohnes, Bridgewater; Arleen (Gary) Hartman, Middle LaHave; four grandchildren; five great grandchildren; sister, Mona (Roy) Wentzell, East LaHave; brother, Douglas Corkum, Midville Branch. She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond Earl Joudrey; brother, Melvin Corkum; sister, Fern (Glenwood) Oickle. Visitation will be held Thursday from 7-9 p.m. in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater, where funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, Rev. Paul Jensen officiating. Burial will folllow in Brookside Cemetery, Bridgewater. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to the South Shore Regional Hospital Foundation, Bridgewater or any charity of your choice.

Loretta Emily Demone 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Loretta Emily Demone, 69, North River, formerly of Ontario, passed away Monday, September 22, 2003, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in North River, she was a daughter of the late Lorne and Celetes "Lee" (Eagles) Robar. Prior to her retirement she was an employee of Northern Telecom, Ontario and member of the Northern Telecom Pioneers Club. Surviving are her husband, James Demone; daughter, Arlette (Robert) Ryder, St. Thomas, Ontario; brother, Melvin (Sharon) Robar, North River; grandchildren, Stephen, Robert Jr., Michael, and Trevor, all of Ontario; great-granddaughter, Olivia; step great-grandson, Seth; many nieces and nephews. No visitation in the funeral home by request. A private family service will be held with interment at a later date. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Sweeny's Funeral Home, New Germany.

Matthew LeRoy Whynot 2005 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Matthew LeRoy Whynot, 32, Port Medway, passed away suddenly Thursday, September 8, 2005 in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Liverpool, he was a son of Arnold and Nora Whynot of Port Medway. Matthew was employed as a machinst at Lunenburg Foundry and Engineering. He was involved as a volunteer firefighter for 14 years where he became the Fire Chief of Port Medway and District Fire Department. He was also a medical first responder and a medical trainer for St. John Ambulance. He was a wonderful, caring person, always willing to lend a hand to those in need. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Surviving, besides his parents, are his fiancé, Amanda; daughter, Emma; sister, Pearl, Bridgewater; brothers, Wade (Holly), Danesville; Mark (Kimberly), Pleasantville; nephew, Nicholas; nieces, Candace and Rebecca; maternal grandmother, Violet Wolfe, Milton; many cousins. He was predeceased by paternal grandparents, Freeman and Stella Whynot and maternal grandfather, Hastings Wambolt. Visitation will be this evening from 7-9 p.m. in Chandlers' Funeral Chapel, Liverpool. Funeral service will be Sunday, September 11, at 3 p.m. in Port Medway Baptist Church, Rev. Douglas Porter officiating. Burial will be in Holy Redeemer Anglican Cemetery. Flowers from the immediate family only. Donations may be made to any charity.

Bruce Avard Mader 2008 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Bruce Avard Mader, 82, died peacefully in Dartmouth General Hospital on Thursday, March 6, 2008, following a lengthy illness, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Mahone Bay on August 16, 1925, to George P. and Gladys (Westhaver) Mader. He served 25 years in the Royal Canadian Navy, retiring as a Chief Petty Officer. Following his navy service he worked in the real estate industry in Dartmouth. He is survived by son, Dennis Mader and his wife, Karen and their children, Rob, Michelle, Michael, and Marianne, Dartmouth; daughters, Betty Ann and her son, Devon, Dartmouth; Colleen and her husband Chris Rogers and their daughter, Laura, Ottawa. He is also survived by brother, Carl, Silverlake, Ohio and sister, Helen, Halifax. He was predeceased by his wife, Helen Mildred (Sutherland) Mader; sisters, Molly, Marge, Milly, Jean, and his brother, Arthur "Buddy." His children remember his lively personality and many hobbies over the years, including clothes-making, watch-making, and spending time at his beloved Spondo retreat. He was an avid sports fan and never missed a Blue Jays game. Arrangements have been entrusted to Atlantic Funeral Home, Dartmouth. Visitation will take place on Sunday, March 9, from 7-9 p.m. A private family burial will take place on Monday, March 10. All friends and family members are welcome to attend an open house which will take place from 3-6 p.m. Monday, March 10, at the home of Dennis and Karen Mader, Dartmouth. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Bruce Mader may be made to the Dartmouth General Hospital Palliative Care Unit in care of the Dartmouth General Hospital.

Edward Charles Zwicker 2010 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Edward Charles Zwicker passed away March 3, 2010, in Yarmouth Regional Hospital, following a short illness with cancer. Born January 22, 1963, in Shelburne, he was the son of the late Hugh and Elsie (Nickerson) Zwicker. Charles worked at numerous jobs over the years. He greatly enjoyed the years he worked as a fisherman, serving with the crews on various sword-fishing and lobster boats. Later he trained as a carpenter and worked as a boat builder. He graduated with his high school diploma in 2009 from the NSCC Burridge Campus, excelling in Math and Physics. Charles is survived by his beloved daughter, Jennifer and adopted son, Andrew, both of Wood's Harbour; his older brother, Donald of Amherst; and his twin brother, Hugh (David Coverly), of Ottawa. He had many wonderful friends over the years in Shelburne, Wood's Harbour, and Yarmouth. Charles especially appreciated his friendships with Marie and Melvin, Tammy, Robert, Lorne, and Abel, who were a great hep to him during his illness. Cremation has taken place under the direction of H.M. Huskilson's Funeral Home, Yarmouth. There will be no visitation or service at Charles' request. There will be a graveside service later in the summer in Upper Sandy Point Cemetery. Details will be published later.

Sarah Emily Wentzell 1938 Bridgewater Bulletin There passed away peacefully on Sunday evening, December 11, at the home of her son, Albert, New Canada, Sarah Emily Wentzell, widow of Archibald Wentzell, at the age of 85 years and ten months. She was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Mary Rhodenizer of West Northfield. She was an invalid for over thirteen years but she bore her sufferings with great patience. Her husband predeceased her over twelve years ago. She leaves to mourn her loss, six daughters, (Stella) Mrs. William Veinot, New Canada;(Alice) Mrs. William Young, Iva (Mrs. Lawrence Connell, both of Branch LaHave; (Ella) Mrs. George Arenburg, Midville Branch; (Beatrice) Mrs. Collin Lowe, Cookville; (Hazel) Mrs. William Carver, Wayland, Massachusettss; two sons, Herbert of Wayland; and Albert, at home; two brothers, Benjamin of Bridgewater; and Albert of West Northfield; also twenty grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The funeral was held on Tuesday, December 13, at 2 p.m. Interment was at New Canada Cemetery. The services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. V.J. Monk. The hymns sung were "Safe in the Arms of Jesus," "What A Friend we Have in Jesus," "Abide With Me," and "Will That be Yours and Mine" with Mrs. Earl MacKay taking the solo part. All but two of the family were present.

Christopher Ryan Amon 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Monday, April 28, 2003. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Christopher Ryan Amon, 25, Hebron, died April 26, 2003, in Beaver River, Digby County. Born in Yarmouth, he was a son of Franklyn and Carol Susan (McRae) Amon. He attended Yarmouth Memorial High School. He loved to play guitar and was a lover of music. He was a creative artist and writer, and was an employee of Registor.Com. Besides his parents, he is survived by his maternal grandparents, Margaret Star and Jim McRae; paternal grandmother, Stella Amon; brothers, Jason (Daphne), Barrington; Jeremy (Denise), Yarmouth; Michael (Rebecca), Sydney, Australia; Philip, at home; sister, Jennah, at home. He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Philip Amon. The body is resting in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Yarmouth with visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today. Funeral service will be 3 p.m. Tuesday in Sweeny's Funeral Home Chapel. Burial to follow in Yarmouth Mountain Cemetery. Donations in memory may be made to a charity of choice.

Sharon Hazel Dorey 2009 Halifax Chronicle Herald Sharon Hazel Dorey, 60, of Branch LaHave, passed away peacefully after a determined and courageous battle with cancer in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Bridgewater, she was the daughter of the late Doyle and Dorothy (Rhodenhiser) Meisner. Sharon was very active in her community as a volunteer with the Oak Hill and District Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, the Branch LaHave Community Hall and a member of St. James Lutheran Church. She enjoyed gardening and the outdoors along with being in the kitchen making pies, pickles, and meals for others which gave her great pleasure. Sharon's family was her love and joy. She will be forever missed by her family and friends.We will never forget her love of living, smile on her face, her amazing attitude and her philosophy of life,"Get R Done." She is survived by her husband, Robert; daughter, Christina Dorey (Chris Penney), Eastern Pasage; son, Edward Dorey (Rachel Crosby), Halifax; sisters, Margaret Anne Meisner, Dayspring; Janet Lynn Meisner, Branch LaHave; brother, Paul (Donna) Meisner, Camperdown; and several nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation by request. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, March 19, in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater, Rev. William Gustafson officiating. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, Branch LaHave, at a later date. Family flowers only, please. Memorial donations in Sharon's memory may be made to St. James Lutheran Church, the Branch LaHave Community Hall or to fight ovarian cancer.

Dorothy Fanning 2002 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Monday, April 28, 2003. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Dorothy Fanning - A memorial service will take place 2 p.m. Thursday, May 1, in St. Stephen Anglican Church, Chester. Dorothy passed away peacefully Thursday, December 26, 2002. Committal will follow the service in Bayview Cemetery, Chester, the Rev. Jim McCorriston officiating.

Ida Josephine Wilson 2001 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Tuesday, November 6, 2001. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Idal Josephine Wilson, 96, Beech Hill, formerly residing in Hillcrest Nursing Home, Truro, passed away Sunday, November 4, 2001, in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Beech Hill, she was a daughter of the late William and Mabel (Pennall) Wilson. She was a past employee of the former R.B. Corkum Company, Chester Basin, Avon Canneries, Port Williams, and also worked as a homemaker for several residences in the local area. Surviving are daughters, Lillian Barkhouse, Bridgewater; Rita Godin, Welland, Ontario; Dorothy Gloade, Bear River First Nation; sister, Inez Perry, Truro; grandchildren, Richard Wilson, Florence Conrad, Shirley Myra, Charlotte Kelly, Marion George, Deborah Potter, Daniel Godin, Sandra Godin, Thomas J. Wilson, Belinda Skerry, Michelle Swinamer, Sarah D. Swinamer; stepgrandchildren, William Swinamer, Robert Swinamer; 19 great-grandchildren; seven great great-grandchildren; several step great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by sisters, Phyllis Pike, Vera Kaizer; brothers, Theodore Wilson, Thomas Wilson, Woodrow Wilson, Aubrey Hatt, Clarence Wilson in infancy; great-granddaughter, Angela Kelly. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, funeral service 2 p.m. Wednesday in Mahone Funeral Home, Mahone Bay, Rev. Carol Goodine officiating. Burial will follow in Western Shore Cemetery. Flowers from the family only. Donations to The Arthritis Society or a charity of your choice.

Vivian Kathleen Stevens 2009 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Vivian Kathleen Stevens, 89, of Martin's Brook, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2009, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Martin's Point, she was a daughter of the late Venning and Daisy (Sawler) Rafuse. Vivian was a tireless worker for the family farm and was very proud of her entrepreneurial spirit in running the farm. She was a member of Calvary Temple Pentecostal Church, Mahone Bay and the last surviving member of her immediate family. Her love of life, family, friends, and the community at large were so important to her. Vivian's quiet courage, strength of spirit, and sense of humour will be carried forward by all those who knew and loved her. She is survived by sons, Royal (Karen) Stevens and Stewart Stevens, both of Martin's Brook; daughter-in-law, Doris Stevens, Clearland; grandchildren, Graham (Valerie), Shelley (Eric), Barry (Mary), Jeffrey, Holly (Karl), Sara (David), Matthew; great-grandchildren, Shawn, James, Alexander, Noah, Olivia, Nicholas, and Shauday. Vivian was predeceased by her husband, Spencer; sons, Donald, Ronald; brother, John; twin sisters, Leslie, Margaret, and grandson, Jonathan. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg and where visitation will be held Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service to celebrate Vivian's life will be held Tuesday, March 10, at 2 p.m. in Calvary Temple Pentecostal Church, Mahone bay, Rev. James Haughn officiating. Interment will be in Pentecostal Cemetery, Western Shore. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Calvary Temple Pentecostal Church, Jonathan Stevens Fund or any charity.

Mildred Shirley Mullen 2001 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Tuesday, October 23, 2001. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Mildred Shirley Mullen, 72, Hamilton Manor, Yarmouth, passed away Friday, October 19, 2001, in Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born June 23, 1929, in Yarmouth, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Louise (Devine) White. She was a cook at Zellers and an avid bingo player. Surviving are daughters, Shirley Lawrence (James), Barrie, Ontario; Joyce Mullen (Peter VanHooy), Waterdown, Ontario; Bess Mayor (Robert), Debbie Foster (Brian Book), both of Burlington, Ontario; Darlene Ringer (Wayne DeViller), Kimberley Enslow (Don), both of Yarmouth; Robin Dupuis (Ben), Norwood, Yarmouth County; son, Russell, Burlington, Ontario; brothers, George White, Annapolis Valley; Herb White, Dunnville, Ontario; Art White, Fred White, both of Cambridge, Ontario; sisters, Diane Villeneuve, Ottawa; Marge Ryerson, Sackville; Vera White, South Ohio; Bev Hanf, Brazil Lake; Lorraine Legault, Angus, Ontario; Helen Vickery, Rockville; 14 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Russell Ernest Mullen; brothers, Earl, Bill, Stan. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, funeral 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 24, both in H.M. Huskilson's Memorial Chapel, Yarmouth, Rev. A.D. "Bill" Newell officiating. Interment will take place 11 a.m. Thursday in Norwood Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Red Cross-Canadian Victims of U.S.A. Tragedy.

William St.Clair Lowe 2013 Halifax Chronicle Herald William St.Clair Lowe, 93, East Dalhousie, passed away on Thursday, February 7, 2013, in Ryan Hall, Bridgewater, where he had been residing. Born in East Dalhousie, he was a son of the late Wallace and Delia (Lohnes) Lowe. Surviving are his daughters, Helen Rhyno, Audrey Lowe, Lillian Oickle, Thelma Oickle, Shirley Lowe; sons, Douglas and Russell; brothers, Albert, Basil, Earl; sister, Viola Joudrey. He was predeceased by his wife, Florence Viola (Robar) Lowe; sons, Wilfred and Glen; brother, Garnet and sister, Florence. By personal request, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Private family interment will take place at a later date. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Arrangements entrusted to Sweeny's Funeral Home, New Germany.

OBIT # 9569 - UNKNOWN PAPER - 1962 TRURO - The last surviving member of what were believed to have been Canada's oldest twins, Mrs Ruth Archibald, died late Tuesday night in her 100th year.Her twin sister, Mrs Samuel Cox , died last May.The twins were born at New Annan, Colchester County, March 19, 1863, daughters of the late Daniel and Mahala (Munson) Graham. Their father was an uncle of the Nova Scotia giantess, Anna Swan. In 1887 the family moved to Eastville where each twin made her home until two years ago. Mrs Archibald married Rupert Archibald in 1889. He died in 1938. Survivors include one daughter Mrs Harry Bayers, Musquodoboit Harbour; A granddaughter, Mrs Scott Graham, Eastville, with whom she resided for the last four years, and two great-grandchildren. Two daughters died before her. The remains are resting at the Kennedy Memorial Residence. Funeral services will be held at the Springside United Church, Eastville on Friday at 2:30pm. Rev. Robert Anderson of St. James Presbyterian Church in Truro will conduct the service. Interment will be at Eastville cemetery.

UNKNOWN PAPER - MRS. RAYMOND JOHNSON 1976. Mrs. Raymond JOHNSON, 81, Bay View, died Wednesday at Sutherland-Harris Memorial Hospital. Born at Six Mile Brook, she was the former Margaret Anne MUNRO, a daughter of the late Kenneth and Jessie (MacDONALD) MUNRO. She was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, and a member of Victory Heights Sewing Group. Surviving are: five daughters, Mrs. Laura CAMERON, Pictou; Mrs. Marion LANGILLE, Bay View; Sadie (Mrs. Chesley BABCOCK), Burnaby, B.C.; Willa (Mrs. Allan COULTER), Nanaimo, B.C.; Margaret (Mrs. J.W. FRANKLIN), New Westminster, B.C.; four sons, Martin PORTER, London, Ont.,; Kenny PORTER, Bay View; Wilbert PORTER, Surrey, B.C.; Milton PORTER, St. Catherine, Ont.; 45 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Christine (Mrs. James WATT), Pictou; Laura (Mrs. James MacKENZIE), London, Ont. She was predeceased by her first husband, James W. PORTER; her second husband; four brothers and a sister. Funeral service was held Saturday at 2:30 p.m. from St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Pictou. Interment was in Seaview Cemetery.

L.M. McNayr 1950 Bridgewater Bulletin Because of the illness of the regular Lake Pleasant correspondent, the death of Lambert M. McNayr, age 85, at his home at Lake Pleasant, on Monday, March 6, has not been reported in the Bulletin. Mr. McNayr, only son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John McNayr, has for many years been a victim of diabetes. He will be remembered by his children as a kind father and by his neighbours as a man who was kind in times of sickness and affliction and by the public as a hospitable host. He was a farmer and a blacksmith until health failed. Mrs. McNayr, nee Della Durling, died seven years ago. Dead also are their elder son, Perry, of Springfield, Massachusetts and a daughter, Leila, Mrs. George McGregor, of Lynnfield, Massachusetts. Surviving are five daughters and a son, namely: Hope, Mrs. J. Dill of Lynn, Massachusetts; Myra, Mrs. E. Whynacht of Liverpool; Ora, Mrs. Charles Keating of Melrose, Massachusetts; Ruth, Mrs. Robert Freeman, of Purchase, New York; Jeanne, Mrs. Cyril Wentzell, of Maplewood; and Clyde of Springfield, Massachusetts. All of these except Mrs. Dill were at home at the time of the funeral. Many months ago Mrs. Wentzell and her husband came to live with the aged invalid and faithfully and patiently has Jeanne ministered to her father's needs, assisted at the last by her sisters and others. The flowers at the funeral on Thursday, March 9, were beautiful. Despite icy roads and prevalent flu, a goodly number attended the services which were conducted by Rev. Harold Telfer. Hymns sung by the choir were "Some Time We'll Understand," "Old Rugged Cross," "Rock of Ages," and "Sweet bye and Bye." Lake Pleasant News May,1939 Bridgewater Bulletin Mr. and Mrs. L. McNayr had the misfortune to lose their home and its contents by fire on Saturday afternoon, May 13.

Mrs. Lambert McNayr 1942 Bridgewater Bulletin The communities of Springfield, Lake Pleasant, and Falkland Ridge were saddened to learn of the passing of Mrs. Lambert McNayr at the D.M. Hospital Thursday. Mrs. McNayr had been in poor health for some time but her death came as a shock to relatives and friends. A life-long resident of this place, being born here 78 years ago, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Durling, her friendly and loving disposition won her many friends and she always had a smile and kindly word for all. She leaves to mourn their loss a loving husband; two sons, Clyde and Perry, both of Springfield, Massachusetts; five daughters, (Hope) Mrs. Joseph Dill, Massachusetts; (Myra) Mrs. Ernest Whynott, Liverpool; (Ora) Mrs. Charles Keating, Massachusetts; (Ruth) Mrs. Robert Freeman, New York; and (Jeanne) Mrs. Maurice Taylor, Kingston. One daughter predeceased her less than a year ago. She also leaves one sister, Mrs. Cara McGrath, Long Island; and three brothers, Herbert of Hopedale, Massachusetts; Emory and Guilford of Springfield; also a number of grand-children. Interment was made at Springfield in the family lot. The floral tributes were many and beautiful. "She is gone and we shall miss her."

Ethel May Veinotte 2008 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Ethel May Veinotte, Bridgetwarer - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of our mom, Ethel May Veinotte of Bridgewater on August 16, 2008, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater, after a short but courageous battle witth breast cancer. Born in North Sydney in 1933, she was a daughter of the late Cecil and Bessie (Burchell) Bragg and Florence (Herald) Bragg. Ethel was a devoted "stay-at-home" mom, before working with Covey's Footwear and then joining NSLC in Bridgewater from where she retired in 1994. She was an active member of the Bridgewater United Church for 40 years and gave of herself tirelessly to her family and many friends. Ethel is survived by her children, Dawn (Brian) Mosher, Bedford; Todd, Bridgewater and her much-loved grandchildren, Jayne and Sophie. She is also survived by her sister, Margaret Bragg; brothers, Wayne Bragg, North Sydney; William Bragg, Ontario, as well as many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, Vincent "Pat" Veinotte; son, David and a son in infancy; sister, Mary Elizabeth "Mae" Kibyuk; brothers, James, George, Morgan, and Russell. At Mom's request there will be no visitation at the funeral home. Interment will be in Brookside Cemetery, Bridgewater at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 19, with a memorial service to follow at 11 a.m. in Bridgewater United Church, Rev. Ivan Norton officiating. A reception will follow the service in the CEC Centre. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to Bridgewater United Church or South Shore Health Palliative Care Services. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater.

Harold Wendell Nickerson 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Wednesday, May 31, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Harold Wendell Nickerson, 79, The Hawk, Shelburne County, died May 30, 2000, in Roseway Hospital, Sandy Point. Born in The Hawk, he was a son of the late Fred and Cora Lee (Atwood) Nickerson. He is survived by his wife, the former Regina Maxwell; sons, Wendell (Linda), Clark's Harbour; Paul (Colleen), Brass Hill; daughers, Marilyn (Lionel) Atwood, The Hawk; Della (Ronnie) Newell, West Head; brothers, Everett, Clair, The Hawk; Hoover, West Head; sister, Edna Messenger, Newellton; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. Visitation will be 4-6 , 7-9 p.m. Thursday in H. Huskilson's Funeral Home, Barrington. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Friday in Independent Baptist Church, Clark's Harbour, Rev. Stanley Fidler officiating. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Lower Clark's Harbour. Memorial donations may be made to the Evergreen Cemetery, the Independent Baptist Church or any charity.

Graham Heman Gates 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Friday, May 9, 2003. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Graham Heman Gates, 90, Blandford, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2003, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Born in Blandford, he was a son of the late Heman and Phoebe (Publicover) Gates. Graham was a veteran of the Second World War, having served in the Merchant Navy for 11 years. A member of Branch No. 44, Royal Canadian Legion, Chester, he was also a member of the "Independent Order of Odd Fellow Manchester Unity" since 1947 including two years as Provincial Grand Master of Acadia District. He served as president of Blandford Seasiders Senior Citizens Club for two years and was a member of St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Blandford. He was also a founding member of the Blandford District Fire Department. He retired from CFS Mill Cove. He is survived by his son, Alfred (Chrystal), Blandford; brother, Ira (Lois), Birchy Head; sisters, Hilda Robinson, Victoria; Alice (Murray) Cooper, Halifax; three grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, the former Vella Perry; second wife, the former Eva Phillbrick; sisters, Dorothy, Pauline, Helen, Phoebe, Doris and sisters, Ruby and Jean in infancy; brother, Walter, in infancy. Family will receive visitors 2-4 p.m. Sunday, May 11, in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Hubbards. Funeral service 2 p.m. Monday in St. Barnabas Church, Blandford, Rev. Randy Townsend officiating. Burial to follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lung Association of Nova Scotia or St. Barnabas Church Cemetery, Blandford.