Rhoda Elizabeth Wilkie 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Wednesday, February 14, 2007. >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Rhoda Elizabeth Wilkie, 87, Bridgewater, formerly of Middle LaHave, passed away February 13, 2007, in Hillside Pines Home For Special Care, Bridgewater. Born in Middle LaHave, she was the daughter of the late Jason and Clara (Cook) Wilkie. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by several cousins. She was predeceased by her brother, Oran. Visitation will be held Thursday from 10 until funeral service time at 11 a.m. in Sweeny's Funeral Chapel, Bridgewater, Rev. Ivan Norton officiating. Cremation will follow the funeral service. Burial will be in Middle LaHave Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Middle LaHave Cemetery Fund or a charity of your choice.

Owen Fenwick Ritcey 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Owen Fenwick Ritcey, 79, Bayport, passed away Wednesday, April 11, 2007, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Riverport, he was a son of the late Fred Henry and Leone (Conrad) Ritcey. Owen was a faithful member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Rose Bay, who enjoyed music and sang in the church choir and in Zion Lutheran Church Male Choir, Lunenburg. He worked as a representative for Fuller Brush Products for many years. He belonged to the Happy Wanderers along with his wife, Bertha, and had many friends with his musical talents. His wife, Bertha, passed away on March 30, 2007, quite suddenly. They will both be missed by their many friends and family. He is survived by his daughters, Linda (Ivan) Brown, North River; Debbie (Tim) Dartt, Truro; stepchildren, Jeanette (Chester) Shand, Shag Harbour; Rhoda (Wayne) Kelly, North West Harbour; Danny (Patty) Flemming, Upper Port Latour; Ralph(Brenda) Flemming, Cape Sable Island; sisters, Verna Myra, Lunenburg; Jean Clarke, First South; Grace Weiss, Riverport; nine stepgrandchildren; and seven step great-grandchildren; two nieces and two nephews. Besides his wife, Bertha, he was predeceased by brother,Gordon Ritcey amd an infant brother and sister. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg. A service to celebrate Owen's life will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Rose Bay, Rev. Willis Ott officiating. Interment will be in Shepherd's Hill Cemetery, Riverport. Flowers from the immediate family only. Memorial donations may be made to St. Matthew's Lutheran Church or Canadian Cancer Society.

Effie Rita Conrad 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Effie Rita Conrad, 95, Liverpool, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2007, in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool. Born in Bridgewater, she was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Lettie (Conrad) Barnes. Effie loved her flower garden and doing embroidery. She was an avid country music fan and loved dancing. She is survived by daughters, Geraldine (Kim) Risser, Bridgewater; Sharon Dagley, Liverpool; Valerie (Tony) Roy, Mersey Point; eight grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; three great great-grandchildren; sisters, Marjorie Oickle, Bridgewater; Mildred Snyder, Lower Chelsea. She was predeceased by husband, Emerson; son, Robert; brothers, Arthur and Albert. Visitation will be held Friday, February 16, from 7-9 p.m., and funeral service will be held Saturday, February 17, at 11 a.m. , both in Chandlers' Funeral Home, Liverpool, Rev. David Hatt officiating. Burial will be in Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Liverpool. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Canadian Cancer Society.

Louis John Wentzell 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Louis John Wentzell - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Louis John Wentzell, 74, Feltzen South, on February 25, 2007, in Harbour View Haven Home for Special Care, Lunenburg. Born in Feltzen South, he was the eldest son of the late Austin and Mabel (Myra) (Corkum) Wentzell. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Louis began his career with Imperial Oil on the M/V Esso Knoxville at the age of 19. He later went to work for the Lunenburg Foundry where he spent 25 years as a diesel mechanic. In 1980, Louis retired his mechanical career to pursue his passion for the sea as a lobster fisherman, until a stroke in 2000 prevented him from continuing. In his leisure time, Louis enjoyed gardening, doing crosswords, working in the woods, hunting, reading, and being with his family. Surviving are his wife of 46 years, the former Madelyn Zinck; daughters, Kathryn Myalls, Rose Bay; Karen Wentzell, Berwick; son, Tim (Nancy), Feltzen South; grandchildren, Mikaela and Dylan Myalls, William and Laura Hoskins, and Emily Wentzell. He was predeceased by brother, Roy and stepfather, Emerson Corkum. There will be no visitation at the funeral home by family request. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday in St. John's By the Sea Lutheran Church, Feltzen South, Rev. Willis Ott officiating. Burial in Feltzen South Cemetery. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, Harbour View Haven, Canadian Diabetes Association, St. John's By the Sea Lutheran Church or any charity.

Douglas St.Clair Spindler 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Douglas St.Clair Spindler, 87, Lunenburg, formerly of Feltzen South, passed away Thursday, March 8, 2007, in Harbour View Haven Home for Special Care, Lunenburg. Born in Felzen South, he was a son of the late Forman and Ethel (Cook) Spindler. Douglas was a deep sea fisherman all of his life, starting at the age of nine and working until his retirement at the age of 69. He was also a member of Wesley United Church, Feltzen South. Douglas is survived by his wife, the former Rhea Winters, Lunenburg; son, Rex (Pam) Spindler, Middle Cornwall; sister, Shirley Wilneff, Big Lots. He was predeceased by brothers, Clyde, Gordon, Gilbert, and John. Friends are invited to share their memories of Douglas during visitation on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg, where funeral service will be held Monday at 11 a.m., Rev. Vivian Moores officiating. Interment will be in Feltzen South Cemetery, Feltzen South. Flowers from the immediate family only. Memorial donations may be made to Wesley United Church or to Harbour View Haven Home for Special Care.

Frank Alfred Pierce 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Friday, August 8, 2003. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Frank Alfred Pierce, 90, Port Medway, formerly of Middleboro, Massachusetts, died July 31, 2003, in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool. Born in Harwich, Masssachusetts, he was a son of the late Frank Alfred and Lura Hazel (Hall) Pierce. He has a record of 12 years serving in the Armed Services, including activities with the Navy during the Second World War when he was a Chief Petty Officer, identified as CC STD in the Supply Corps and also receiving his Nicaraguan campaign medals. He was a member of S.L. Nickerson Legion Post and a mason receiving his 50 year jewel. He worked in the police services in Middleboro, retiring as sergeant after 20 years. He and his wife moved to Port Medway in 1972. He is survived by his daughter, Janice (Merrill) Smith, Port Medway; grandchildren, Kimberly Smith-Crouse, Crystal Wentzell, Tammy Whynott; six great-grandchildren; brother, Charles, Taunton, Maassachusetts. He was predeceased by his wife, Verna E. (Howes) Pierce; brothers, Edward and Alfred. Funeral service was held Monday, August 4, in Ashley Funeral Home, Middleboro. Burial followed in Nemasket Hill Cemetery. in lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to the Meadow Brook Manor, South Brookfield or Queens General Hospital.

Amy Blanche Wilkie 2006 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Amy Blanche Wilkie, 94, Rhodes Corner, passed away October 10, 2006, in Harbour View Haven, Lunenburg. Born in Upper LaHave, she was a daughter of the late Sydney and Lucretia (Dares) Bolivar. She was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Rhodes Corner and a former member of the Ladies Aid. Surviving are her sons, Ronald (Evelyn), Terrence (Loreen), both of Rhodes Corner; Wallace (Yvonne), Blockhouse; sisters, Mildred Eisenhauer, Hammonds Plains; Mae (Laurence) Wentzell, Auburndale; Betty Conrad, Rhodes Corner; brother, Ossie, New Brunswick; one grandson; six granddaughters; 11 great-grandchildren; two great great-granddaughters; numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Oswald; sister, Fern; brothers, Charles, Victor, and Earl, Leroy in infancy. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Friday in St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Rhodes Corner, Rev. Heather Spencer officiating. Burial in St. Matthew's Cemetery, Upper LaHave. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Dayspring & District Fire Department or Harbour View Haven Home for Special Care, Lunenburg. Arrangements are under the direction of R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville.

Granville Marvin Leopold 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Granville Marvin Leopold, 68, Halifax, passed into the arms of the Lord at 8:30 Sunday morning, November 11, 2007, in the VG Site, QEII, Halifax. Born and raised in New Ross he was a son of the late Reginald and Leta Leopold (Veinot). Granville worked for over 45 years as a land surveyor, retiring in 2004 as a senior partner at SDMM and was recognized by the devoted staff for his outstanding dedication and service. His many years of work included among other challenging projects, surveying Sable Island's sand dunes, Nova Scotia's natural gas pipeline, and after retiring from surveying, he carried on as the owner of the Comfort Inn in Halifax where he had a great love for the staff. An avid gardener,Granville took joy in his garden, as well as spending time with his grandchildren and family. A loving, caring husband and father , he is survived by the love of his life, Pauline; daughter, Charlotte (Vaughn) Porter, Moncton; son, Derek (Tanya), Vancouver; daughter, Angela (Bradley) Browne, Waverley; and his brothers, Hardy, Fayne, Randy, New Ross; sister, Holly (Phil) Meister, Schreiber, Ontario. His grandchildren, Alec, Morgan, Noah, Courtney, and Dylan, were never far from his thoughts and brought him joy with every visit. Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m. Wednesday in Atlantic Funeral Home, Bayers Road, Halifax. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, November 15, in Sheffield Baptist Church, Rev. Henry Grift officiating. Following the service, the family will be gathering to share memories at Sheffield Baptist Church. Interment will be in New Ross near his parents in New Ross United Baptist Church Cemetery following the memorial service. Donations may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or Gideon Bibles.

Myrtle Martha DeMont 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Myrtle Martha DeMont, 88, Gold River and Martin's Point, died peacefully in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater on Tuesday, November 13, 2007. Born in Western Shore, she was a daughter of the late George and Lydia (Sawler) Richardson. She was a long-time member of St. Mary's Anglican Church, Gold River, where she also sang in the choir. Myrtle is survived by her sisters, Marjorie (Stanley) Vaughan and Bernice O'Flynn and brother Donald (Betty), all of Halifax; sister-in-law, Betty Richardson, Liverpool; grandsons, Derek and Darren Hatt and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Borden; daughter, Laurinda Hatt; brothers, Maurice and Melbourne; sister, Marion Hiltz. As requested, there will be no visitation. A private graveside service will be held in Western Shore Cemetery at a later date with Rev. Bonnie Baird officiating. Memorial donations in her memory may be made to St. Mary's Anglican Church or a charity of one's choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Davis Funeral Home, Chester.

Harvey Docitee Surrette 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Thursday, February 13, 2003. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Harvey Docitee Surrette, 90, Veterans' Place, Yarmouth, formerly of Pubnico, died Tuesday, February 11, 2003. Born in Yarmouth, he was a son of the late William and Mary (Brown) Surrette. Harvey was a veteran of the Second World War. He was employed as a cook on a scallop dragger for many years. During his retirement, he enjoyed wood crafting. He is survived by his wife, the former Evernell Atkinson, North East Point; stepdaughter, Shirley (Robert) Messenger, South Side; three step-grandchildren by his first marriage, stepsons, Neil (Yvonne) Townsend, Lower Clark's Harbour; Kenneth (Jennifer), North East Point; Richard (Joanne), Doctor's Cove; James (Pam), Wood's Harbour; stepdaughters, Bessie (Terry) Nickerson, Nancy (William) Cottreau, Brenda (David) Cottreau, Peggy (Brian) Jacquard, Wedgeport; Elizabeth (Allen) Dickerman, Kansas; Rose (Grant) Henerveld, Annapolis Valley; 17 step-grandchildren; six step great-grandchildren by his second marriage; brothers, Arthur Brown, Annapolis Valley; Walter, Wilbert, Joe, Pubnico; sisters, Jane D'Entremont, Doris D'Entremont, Freda D'Entremont, Pubnico. He was predeceased by his first wife, Ethel; stepson, George; brothers, Joseph, Howard, Richard; sister, Ada. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. today, Friday and Saturday in Huskilson's Funeral Home, Barrington. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, February 16, in Huskilson's Memorial Chapel, Barrington, Rev. Shaun Hatfield officiating. Interment will be in River Dale Cemetery, River Head. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia, Veterans' Place or a charity of choice.

Mildred Lulu Fancy 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Mildred Lulu Fancy, 86, Mahone Bay, passed away February 5, 2007, in Fishermen's Memorial Hospital, Lunenburg. Born in Clearland, she was a daughter of the late Captain Clarence and Clara (Awalt) Burgoyne. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Mahone Bay, the Retired Teachers Association, and the Federal Superannuates Association. She had taught at a number of schools in Lunenburg County including Watford, North River, Clearland, New Germany, and Barss Corner. After her teaching career she had worked for 17 years with the Federal Government in the Department of National Defence.She will be sadly missed by her family and friends and will be remembered as a great lady. She is survived by sister, Marjorie Rice, Ottawa; nephews, Deryk McGrath, Belleview, Ontario; Dana Rice and Jeffrey Burgoyne, both of Ottawa; nieces, Debra Burgoyne, Ottawa; Kimberly McGregor, New Jersey; several nieces, grandnieces, grandnephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband, Eldred; brother, George; aunts, Blanche, Betty, and Marion. Visiting will be 7-9 p.m. Wednesday in Mahone Funeral Home, Mahone Bay. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday in St. John's Lutheran Church, Mahone Bay, Rev. Stephen Kristenson officiating. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, Clearland. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to St. John's Lutheran Church or Hillside Cemetery, Clearland, through Mahone Funeral Home.

Matthew James Zinck 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinot Matthew James Zinck, 28, Greenwood, passed away Friday, November 9, 2007, in Welton's Corner, Kings County as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Born in Middleton, he was a son of the late Ralph Zinck and the former Clara Webster. Matthew was very social and enjoyed helping people. He was considered a "jack-of-all-trades." Matthew would do anything for anybody and enjoyed doing yard work for seniors. He took great pride in everything he did but most of all he enjoyed helping others. He loved outdoor activities, especially hunting and fishing. Matthew loved all music and really enjoyed going to live concerts. He loved his friends as much as he loved his family. He is survived by his mother, Clara (Sam) Newcombe, Morden; brothers, Scott (Terry) Harrigan, Wilmot; David Zinck, Morden; step-brothers, Rodney Vidito, Bridgetown; Kyle Vidito, Hillsburn; Timothy Vidito, Auburn; half-sister, Darlene; half-brother, Jack; nieces, Allison, Katelyn; nephews, Andrew, Thomas, Alexander, Stephen, Colton; maternal grandparents, Wendell and Jean Webster, Herring Cove; and several aunts and uncles. He was predeceased by his father, Ralph Zinck; stepfather, Beverly Vidito and paternal grandparents, John and Edith Zinck. Visitation will be held from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, November 13, in Middleton Funeral Home, Main Street; where the funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 14, Rev. Dr. William MacDougall officiating. Interment will be in Nictaux Cemetery. By request, family flowers only. Donations in memory may be made to the Upper Room Food Bank or to a charity of choice.

Mary Jane Whynot 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Mary Jane Whynot, 52, Pleasantfield, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2007, at home. Born in Liverpool, she was a daughter of the late Hastings and Jessie (Cunningham) Whynot. Mary Jane was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who loved wildlife, especially birds, and gardening. She is survived by her husband, Paul; daughter, Sherri (Brian Grant), Brooklyn; son, David, Milton; grandchildren, Riley, Olivia, and Aidan; sisters, Rose (Charles) Ingram, Liverpool; Katherine (Philip) MacLeod, Milton; Susan Oickle, Liverpool; brothers, Ted (Carol), Liverpool and Terry (Margaret), Milton. She was predeceased by infant daughter, Linda Rose; infant son, Jeff; and brother, Cyril. Visitation will be Sunday, February 4, from 7-9 p.m. in Chandlers' Funeral Chapel, Liverpool. Funeral service will be Monday, February 5, at 11 a.m. in Trinity Anglican Church, Liverpool, Rev. Arthur Nash officiating. Burial will be in Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Liverpool. Flowers from the immediate family only. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, IWK Health Centre Foundation, Halifax or a charity of choice.

Russell Perry Nickerson 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Thursday, May 18, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Russell Perry "Duke" Nickerson, 78, Carleton, Yarmouth County, died May 16, 2000, in the Yarmouth Regional Hospital. He was a son of the late Roy and Nettie (Allen) Nickerson. He was a veteran of the Second World War serving with the 5th. Infantry of the British 8th. Army. He served in Labrador, Newfoundland, Britain, and North West Europe. He was employed with Superior Ice Cream. He was a woodsman and mill worker all his working years. As an outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also liked picking Bluegrass on the guitar. Surviving are his daughters, Paula (Mrs. Gerry Burgess), Connie Nickerson, both of Yarmouth; Bonnie Nickerson, Carleton; Shelly and husband Howard Hines, Kemptville; Sherry (Mrs. Patrick Scott), Argyle; sons, Perry (Barbara), Ontario;Bruce (Beverly), Kentville; Brian (Helen), Kelvin(Marlene), Kevin, all of Carleton; brothers, Randall, South Ohio; James, Annapolis Valley; Chester, Port Maitland; 18 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Pauline; brothers, Vernon, Roy, Nathaniel, and Wallace; sisters, Emily, Fannie, Ester, and Annie. No visitation by request. A graveside service 11 a.m. Friday in the Carleton Cemetery, Pastor Robert LeBlanc officiating. No flowers please. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

Edwin A. Wentzell 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Edwin A. Wentzell, 87, Beach Meadows, died January 6, 2007, in Queens General Hospital with family at his side. Born in Beach Meadows, he was a son of the late William Henry and Lettie Ellen (Wolfe) Wentzell. He first started working with his father as a carpenter and together they built many homes in Brooklyn and Liverpool. He also worked at the Bowater Mersey Papermill for a few years and then went to work for himself running a mik ranch, turkey farm, and a logging operation over a span of 40 years. After retiring, he spent his time fishing, lobstering, gardening, and managing his woodlots until the age of 83. He was a member of the local IOOF, Emmanuel United Church, Brooklyn Marina and Hilltop Seniors. Edwin will be fondly remembered for his kindness, his generous nature and his willingness to help family and friends. He will be sadly missed by many. Surviving are his wife, the former Mildred Kathleen Purdy; daughters, Joanne Daniels (David), Beach Meadows; and Pauline Whynot (Andrew), Mahone bay; grandchildren, Matthew, Jessie, and Jared. He was predeceased by his brother, Gordon. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Mahone Funeral Home, Mahone Bay. Family graveside service will be held at a later date in Malagash, Cumerland County. Donations in his memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or The Lung Association.

James John Thomas Young 2006 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte James John Thomas Young, 65, Bridgewater, passed away peacefully October 12, 2006, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Kirkland Lake, he was a son of Gordon Young, Ontario and the late Georgine Neznick. Surviving are his daughters, Susan Slauenwhite, Bridgewater; Tina Sewart (Harold), Hamilton; granddaughters, Vaness, Amanda, Tiffany, and Carly; grandson, Cody; stepbrothers, Gerald and Larry, both of Ontario; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sister, Helen Gerrard. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Memorial service 10 a.m. Saturday in R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville, Rev. Eric Campbell officiating. Burial at a later date. No flowers by request. Memorial donations may be made to Lung Association of Nova Scotia.

Eleanor Elsie Lloyd 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Eleanor Elsie"Nellie" Lloyd, 79, Bridgewater, died peacefully in North Queens Nursing Home, Caledonia, on January 5, 2007. Born in Connecticut, she was a daughter of the late Milford and Annie (Hall) Gardner. Elsie spent all her life in Nova Scotia and Florida. She leaves to mourn her husband, Ernest, Bridgewater; sons, Danny (Jan), Bridgewater; Robert (Jill), New Brunswick; Brian (Wanda), Alberta; daughters, Sharon Lloyd and Ann Lloyd Cook, both of Cambridge, Ontario; sisters, Ruby Clattenburg and Ruthe Norton; grandsons, Lee Cook, Justin Lloyd, Trevor (Tamara), Chris (Claudine), Aaron Lloyd; special niece, Delitha Norton; nephews, Barry and Rodney Clattenburg. Cremation arrangements are under he direction of R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville. Memorial service and burial will be at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia or a charity of your choice.

Stanley William Doane 2001 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Friday, October 12, 2001. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Stanley William Doane, 87, Lake Annis Road, Brazil Lake, Yarmouth County, died October 10, 2001, at home. Born in Yarmouth, he was a son of the late Harvey and Bessie (Adams) Doane. He was a lighthouse keeper at the Yarmouth Light and worked for many years for the Beacon Lighthouse. He grew up at Bug Light and was a lobster fisherman, lobster pot builder, and a resident of Cape Forchu. Surviving are his wife, Della; son, Harvey, Sackville; four grandchildren; five stepggrandchildren. He was predeceased by brother, Harry; sisters, Ruby, Dorothy. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, October 15, in Sweeny's Funeral Chapel, Yarmouth, Rev. Karl Gorman officiating. Burial at a later date. Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or Lung Association of Nova Scotia.

Clyde Arnold Getson 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Clyde Arnold Getson, 85, Bridgewater, passed away November 2, 2007, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in LaHave, he was a son of he late Eldon and Mary (Publicover) Getson. He was a veteran of the Second World War where he was a POW for four years. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 24, Bridgewater for over 50 years. He is survived by his wife, the former Margaret LeGay; brothers, Raymond (Marie), LaHave; Ralph (Evelyn), Upper LaHave. He was predeceased by several brothers and sisters. Visitation will be held Sunday from 7-9 p.m. with a public Legion tribute service being held at 7 p.m., all in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater and from where funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday. Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery, West Dublin. No flowers by request. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 24, Bridgewater Poppy Fund.

Alda Lorraine Publicover 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Alda Lorraine Publicover, 78, Lower Sackville, passed away peacefully in Dartmouth General Hospital on January 27, 2007. Born in Dorchester, New Brunswick, she was a daughter of the late Camelle and Euphemie LeBlanc. Alda worked for 17 years as a clerk with MT&T and was also a member of the Waverley Legion for 30 years. She had many interests including swimming as well as bowling, where she played in several leagues and won many trophies. Surviving are her husband of 61 years, Eric; sons, Eric Jr., Northern Ontario; Gregory (Anne), Lower Sackville; Stephen, Lower Sackville; daughter, Pamela (Paul Connors); grandchildren; Alan, Michelle, Gregory; great-grandchildren, Eric and Justin. Alda came from a large family, being one of nine children. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Atlantic Funeral Home, Lower Sackville. Memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday at the Waverley Legion. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Waverley Legion.