Ronald Samuel Muise 2004 Halifax Chronicle Herald Publication date: Tuesday, September 14, 2004. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Ronald Samuel Muise, 81, Hibernia Street, Yarmouth, passed away on Saturday, September 11, 2004, in Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born April 29, 1923, in Yarmouth, he was a son of the late Thomas and Frances (Deveau) Muise. He was a veteran of the Second World War and he was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 61, Yarmouth. Surviving are his wife of 62 years, Marjorie Muise; sons, Ronald (Alice) and George (Shirley), both of Ontario; daughters, Betty Baker, Yarmouth; Bernice Goulet, Florida; four brothers; six sisters; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by seven brothers and sisters. Visitation will be from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today with a Legion service at 7 p.m., followed by prayers at 8 p.m., all in H. M. Huskilson's Funeral Home, Yarmouth. The funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 15, in Saint Ambrose Cathedral, Yarmouth, Father Leo Maillet officiating. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Calvary Cemetery, Yarmouth. It has been requested that there be family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to Yarmouth Hospital Foundation.

Gladys Remby 1978 Bridgewater Bulletin Gladys Remby of West Dublin, who has recently been living at 64 Helene Avenue, Dartmouth, passed away August 10, in the Camp Hill Hospital. She was born at West Dublin, March 13, 1891, the daughter of the late Captain Fred and Mary Ann (Sponagle) Remby. Miss Remby was predeceased by her sister, Nellie Benjamin of Brookfield, Colchester County, and is survived by her sister, Myrtle and nephew, Fred Lohnes, California; nephew, Fred Benjamin, Dartmouth; three nieces, Margaret, Gladys, and Mary; several grand and great-grandnieces and nephews. She was a member of the United Church in West Dublin and served several years as organist and choir member. Among her many interests were painting in oils and the writing of poetry. Over the years many of her poems have been printed in the Bridgewater Bulletin. The funeral was held on Monday, August 14 in Sweeny's Funeral Chapel with Rev. M. Carter officiating. Interment was in the Brookside Cemetery, West Dublin. Flowers were sent by the family, relatives, and N.I.P. staff, Dartmouth. Donations, in lieu of flowers, were sent to the United Church, West Dublin.

Lucille Marie Russell 2000 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Thursday, November 9, 2000. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Lucille Marie Russell, 76, 122 Brunswick Street, Yarmouth, died November 8, 2000, in Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born in Wood's Harbour, she was a daughter of the late William George and Laura Gladys (Goreham) Mahoney. She was formerly Town Clerk of Yarmouth and later worked for the Yarmouth School Board until her retirement. She also served as a Justice of the Peace. In 1967, she was awarded a Canadian Centennial Medal in recognition of her service to the town. She was a member of Beacon United Church and the Yarmouth Hospital Ladies Auxiliary;also served her church and community as a Sunday School teacher, member of Beacon Church, Board of Stewards, Yarmouth Minor Hockey, Yarmouth Arena Commission and the Canadian Cancer Society. She is survived by her husband, Jack, Yarmouth; brother, Maurice (Becky) Mahoney, Yarmouth; close nephew, Bill (Marilyn) Mahoney, Cole Harbour, and their children, Melissa and Derek; nephews, Randy (Kim) Mahoney and Jerry (Cheryl) Mahoney, Yarmouth, John Mahoney, Ontario; nieces, Laura (Randy) Muise, Yarmouth; Mary Ann Mahoney, Ontario. She was predeceased by brother, Gerald (Virginia) Mahoney and sister, Kathleen. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Sweeny's Funeral Home. No visitation by request. Funeral 3 p.m. Friday in Beacon United Church, Yarmouth. Rev. Leslie Robinson and Rev. A.D. "Bill" Newell officiating. Burial in Yarmouth Mountain Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or any charity.

Mrs. Jack Nash 1965 Bridgewater Bulletin (Hand written death date: August 2, 1965. The community was saddened to hear of the passing of Mrs. Jack Nash (Louise) which took place at her home on Monday evening. Mrs. Nash was seventy years old. Born in Dalhousie East, she was the daughter of the late Nathan and Maria (Oickle) Fancy. Mrs. Nash was married three times. >From her first marriage to Norman Lowe, there are two chidlren, Hilda (Mrs. Rex MacKaY) of Pinehurst and Emmerson of Dalhousie East. Her second husband was Obediah Varner of New Germany. Five daughters are Gladys (Mrs. Max Tipert); Helen (Mrs. Clifton Sleep); Lucy (Mrs. A.L. Cunningham); Hazel (Mrs. Merlyn Wright); Muriel (Mrs. Allison Hicks), of Westphal; and one son, Robert, of New Germany; also fifteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Also surviving are husband, Jack Nash; one sister, Alma (Mrs. Fred Oickle) of Dalhousie East; and one brother, Guy Fancy of Dalhousie East. The funeral service was conducted at the New Germany Anglican Church on Wednesday morning with Rev. E.B. Doherty officiating. Interment was in Lakeside Cemetery.

OBIT # 9524 - UNKNOWN PAPER - February 1949 Dean - There passed peacefully away on 31 January 1949, at Dean, Upper Musquodoboit, Mrs Blackie Dean, after a brief illness. She was tenderly cared for by her son and daughter-in-law, Mr and Mrs J. Allie Dean, with whom she made her home. She was the former Mary Ellen Cox, the eldest daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Andrew Cox and was born on May 14, 1863 at Tafalgar, Guysborough County. She spent the most of her life in Upper Musquodoboit. Surviving are three daughters Aggie (Mrs Albert Johnson) Bible Hill, Barbara (Mrs Fogal), South Weymouth , Mass., Laura (Mrs William McPhee) in Florida. Three sons, William, North Arlington, Mass., Allie and Andrew in Upper Musquodoboit. Also surviving are three sisters, Mrs Jane Noon, Mrs Stillman Bishop and Mrs Charles Lyman , all of Massachusetts. Three brothers, James Cox in Riversdale, Osborne Cox in Newton Mills, and Andrew Willie Cox in Upper Musquodoboit. There are also 44 grandchildren, 88 great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter. Her husband predeceased her 14 years ago, also two daughters, Sarah (Mrs Eugene Dean) and Mrs James Taylor. The funeral service was held at the home and was conducted by Mr Fife of Truro and direcred by Mattatalls of Truro. Pallbearers were six grandsons: George, William, Lester, Donald Russelll and Ralph Dean.

UNKNOWN PAPER - MRS. WILLIAM DUNN May 1980. South Yarmouth, Mass. - Mrs. William DUNN, 88, of South Yarmouth, Mass., formerly of Bayhead, Colchester County, died Friday in South Yarmouth. Born in Bay Head, she was the former Alexandria S. ROBERTS, daughter of the late Joseph and Henrietta (MacBAIN) ROBERTS. She taught school in Stoneham, Mass., for 33 years. She is survived by her husband and one brother, Arthur of Bayhead. She was predeceased by seven brothers and one sister. Funeral service will be Wednesday at 2p.m. in Bayhead Union Church, Bayhead, with Rev. Kenneth ROBINSON officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Anna E. Whynot 2008 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Anna E. Whynot, 74, of Liverpool, passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital, Monday, December 15, 2008. Born in Liverpool, she was a daughter of the late William and Meadie (Shubley) Roy. Anna worked in the housekeeping department of Queens General Hospital for over 20 years until her retirement. She was also as honourary member of the Ladies Auxiliary, Liverpool Firefighters Association. She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Wolfe (Dwight Stafford) of Milton; son, James (Debbie) of Milton; stepdaughters, Beverley (Thomas) Whynot of Liverpool and Joanne (John) Wolfe of Milton; stepsons, Stephen of British Columbia; Tim (Brenda), Richard, Kevin (June), Gary (Paula) and Byron (Julie), all of Liverpool; six grandchildren; 16 stepgrandchildren; six great-grandchildren and one step great-grandchild; stepsister, Shirley (Al) Thornborrow of Toronto. She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur; companion, Claude Thorburne; stepmother, Uda (Hirtle) Wentzell; sons, Rodney and Charles; granddaughter, Brenda Lee; sisters, Betty Joudrey, Emma Schrader, Dorothy Schrader, Fairy Schrader, Marie Wolfe; infant sisters, Dolly, Pearlie, Susie, Sylvia, Ruth, Hazel, and Nancy; brothers, Stanley "Hank," William, Eugene, Gordon, John, and Ross. Visitation will be this evening, Thursday, December 18, from 7-9 p.m. and funeral service will be held Friday, December 19 at 11 a.m. both in Chandlers' Funeral Home, Liverpool, Captain Kirk MacLeod officiating. Burial will be in Zion United Cemetery, Payzant Street, Liverpool. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society.

Merle Stuart Swaine 2004 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Tuesday, September 14, 2004. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Merle Stuart Swaine, 81, Shag Harbour, died September 12, 2004, at Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born in Shag Harbour, he was a son of the late Harold and Bessie (Banks) Swaine. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving with the Cape Breton Highlanders in France, Germany, Belgium, Italy, and Holland. He was a member of the Guiding Light Baptist Church, Shag Harbour. After the war, he operated a grocery store for 30 years. He was an avid Blue Jay fan. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and was a lobster fisherman until his retirement. He is survived by his wife, the former Ivy Nickerson; sons, Kevin (Wanda), Darrell (Sarah), Shag Harbour; daughters, Linda (Carl) Moulaison, Yarmouth; Rosalie (Paul) d'Entremont, West Pubnico; brother, Lewis (Pauline), Shelburne; 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brother, Lloyd. Visitation will be from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in H. Huskilson's Funeral Home, Barrington. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Wednesday in Guiding Light Baptist Church, Pastor Danny Jack officiating. Burial will be in Chapel Hill Cemetery, Shag Harbour. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to the Yarmouth Regional Hospital, Guiding Light Baptist Church or a charity of your choice.

UNKNOWN PAPER - JOHN CLAYTON DOBSON 1979. Bayhead - John Clayton DOBSON, 63, died on Sunday, July 15, in William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan. He was born Nov. 3, 1915, at Bayhead, and was a son of the late Thomas and Sabrina (ROBERTS) DOBSON. Surviving are his wife Christina; a son Jack, Atlanta, Georgia; four grandchildren; three sisters Mrs. Gladys (OWEN) KLINE, Pomona, California; Mrs. Mary (LESLIE) LANGILLE, Tatamagouche; Mrs. Estelle (LOGAN) COULTER, Bayhead; and a brother Gerald, St. Clair Shores, Michigan. He was predeceased by his first wife Gretel and an infant brother. Mr. DOBSON went to Michigan in 1936 and was formerly employed as a bumper by Floyd Rice Ford Body Shop, Detroit. Scripture services were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday from the Speller and Spetler Funeral Home, Royal Oak, with burial in Oakview Cemetery, Royal Oak, Rev. Thomas W. KIRKMAN of the First Presbyterian Church, Royal Oak, officiated. Pall bearers were Robert DOBSON, a nephew, George HOLMES, a cousin, Richard J. HEIDRICH, Richard H. HEIDRICH, Patrick HEIDRICH and Michael MELEGA.

Merrill Gladstone Whynot 2005 Halifax Chronicle Herald Merrill Gladstone Whynot, 66, New Germany, passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday, March 29, 2005. Born in Lower Branch, he was a son of the late Ethel C. (Mailman) (Whynot) Mader. He worked with the former H.W. Brady Limited, Steel and Engine Products, Liverpool and Nova Scotia Power Corporation. He is survived by his common-law wife, Marion Uhlman, New Germany; former wife, Diane Zwicker, Bridgewater; son, Dwayne (Sharon), Italy Cross; daughters, Joanne (Ivan) Robar, Bridgewater; Michelle, Halifax; three grandchildren; brother, Melvin, Lower Branch; sister, Alice Mulock, Dayspring; half-brothers, Brenton (Betty) Mader, Gary (Shirley) Mader, all of Lower Branch; nephew, Gerald (Margaret Anne) Whynot, Lower Branch; niece, Donna (Frank) Corkum, Dayspring. He was predeceased by his stepfather, Harris Mader and sister, Mona Whynot. Public visitation 2-4 p.m. today in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater. A private family graveside service will be held in Midville Branch Cemetery, Rev. William Gustafson officiating. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, Midville Branch Cemetery Fund or a charity of choice.

Donald St.Clair Wile 2008 Halifax Chronicle Herald Donald St.Clair Wile, 95, Wileville, formerly of Midville Branch, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2008, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Donald was born September 4, 1913, in Bridgewater and was a son of the late Howard and Mary (Snyder) Wile. Donald resided in Midville Branch for 87 years. Surviving is his wife of 72 years, the former Maud Hebb. He was predeceased by his sisters, Bernice, Evelyn, and Dora (Adilea). Visitation 2-4 p.m. today. Funeral service 2 p.m. Tuesday, both in R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville, Rev. William Gustafson officiating. Burial in Midville Branch Cemetery. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to St. James Lutheran Church, Branch LaHave or the charity of your choice.

Eric Eugene Cross 2004 Halifax Chronicle Herald Publication date: Monday, August 9, 2004. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Eric Eugene Cross, 88, East Port Medway, passed away Thursday, August 5, 2004, in North Queens Nursing Home. Born in East Port Medway, he was a son of the late Harry and Blanche (Dagley) Cross. Eric was a ship's carpenter in the Merchant Navy, served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War and later worked as a carpenter until he was forced to retire when he lost his eyesight due to glauoma. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Mersey Branch No. 38, Liverpool and Wesley United Church in East Port Medway. He is survived by his daughter, Patsy Cross (Stan Lorenowich), Montreal; sons, Dennis, Liverpool; David (Judith), Newcombville; grandchildren, Christopher and Suzanne; great-grandchild, Machaela; sister, Dora Hatt, Liverpool. He was predeceased by his ex-wife, Inez (Wheeler); sister, Ethel; brothers, Gerald, Laurie, Harry, and Paul. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers' Funeral Home, Liverpool. A memorial service will take place Wednesday, August 11, at 2 p.m. in Wesley United Church in East Port Medway, followed by a reception. Rev. Karen Ohrt will officiate. Committal will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wesley United Church, Canadian National Institute for the Blind or a charity of your choice.

Evvie Lyle Crosby 2004 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Monday, August 9, 2004. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Miss Evvie Lyle Crosby, 93, Hebron, Yarmouth County, passed away August 6, 2004, in Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born in Brazil Lake, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Ida (Hamilton) Crosby. She was a member of Hebron United Baptist Church. She cared for many foster children over the course of many years. She was an avid seamstress; she also enjoyed doing craft works. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by daughter, Cindy (Gary) Fells, Yarmouth; cousin, Fred Whitehouse, Yarmouth; cousin, Florence Doucette, Yarmouth; grandchildren, Gary Jr., Vanessa, Melissa, and Tyrone. She was predeceased by brother, Ronald; sister, Dorothy Belle. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, with funeral service 2 p.m. Tuesday, both in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Yarmouth, Rev. Wayne Johnson officiating. Interment in Pleasant Valley Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations may be made to Hebron United Baptist Church.

Gordon Beecher Spidle 2010 Halifax Chronicle Herald >From the collection of Charlene Veinotte Gordon Beecher Spidle, 85, of Mader's Cove, passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2010, in Fishermen's Memorial Hospital, Lunenburg. Born in Northwest, he was a son of the late Guy and Annie Alegra (Ramey) Spidle. Beecher was a member of Northwest United Baptist Church and has served as deacon, trustee, Sunday School superintendent, volunteered on various church committees and was a member and past president of the Baptist Men's Brotherhood. He will be remembered for the beautiful woodwork he did in the church, the roll top desk donatied to Acadia University and the beautiful furniture made for each member of his family. In the life of his community, Beecher served as Fire Chief and Commissioner of the Mader's Cove Fire Department. He was employed with the Maritime Manufacturers for 35 years and Design Wood Products Nova Wood Craft for 17 years. Beecher is survived by his loving wife, Jean Elizabeth (Lantz); daughters, Cindy (John) Donovan, Dartmouth; Kathy (Kevin) Swimm, Upper Kingsburg; son, Timmy (Cathy Mills) Spidle, Jersey City/Lunenburg; grandchildren, Nicholas and Naomi Swimm, Jason and Cory Spidle; brother, Olin, Lunenburg. He was predeceased by sisters, Winnie, Dorothy, Grace, Beatrice, and Jean; brothers, Duncan and Lloyd; infant sons, Richard and Terry; son Dwight (five and a half years) and grandson, Kristian Swimm. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg. A memorial service to celebrate Beecher's life will be held on Monday at 2 p.m. from Northwest United Baptist Church, Rev. Richard Moore officiating. Interment will be in Northwest Cemetery. Flowers from the immediate family only. Memorial donations may be made to Northwest United Baptist Church, Victorian Order of Nurses, Fishermen's Memorial Hospital or Kidney Foundation of Canada, Nova Scotia Branch.

Melvin A. Grant 2003 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Tuesday, July 22, 2003. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Melvin A. Grant, 92, Brooklyn, Queens County, passed away peacefully Saturday, July 19, 2003, in Mahone Nursing Home, Mahone Bay. Born September 22, 1910, in Fraserville, Parrsboro, Cumberland County, he was a son of the late Charles annd Laurette (Allen) Grant. Melvin was a former employee at Bowater Mersey Paper Company for 40 years and several of those years he served as groundwood superintendent. He was a regular contributor to the Liverpool Advance for a number of years and was a member of the National Firearms Association. He was an avid hunter and gardener. He is survived by his daughter, Sylke, Springhill; his daughter-in-law, Margie, Simcoe, Ontario; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; six great great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his first wife, Helen; his second wife, Lieselotte; daughter, Marguerite "Peggy;" son, Melvin Jr.; sister, Jessie; brother, Preston. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, July 23, funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 24, both in Chandlers' Funeral Chapel, Liverpool, Rev. Linda Kuschnik officiating. Burial will be in Zion United Cemetery, Payzant Street, Liverpool. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society.

Eloi Sylvain Pothier 2004 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Friday, July 30, 2004. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Eloi Sylvain Pothier, 88, Villa St. Joseph-du-Lac, Dayton, formerly of Wedgeport, passed away Monday, July 26, 2004, in the villa. Born May 20, 1916, in Wedgeport, he was a son of the late Sylvain and Madeleine (Pothier) Pothier. He was a retired lobster fisherman and was a veteran of the Second World War having served in Newfoundland. Surviving are brother, René (Christine) Pothier, Abram's River; sister, Elizabeth Anne (Lauire) Pothier, Wedgeport. He was predeceased by brother, Edgar; sisters, Kate, Emma, Yvonne, and Lillian. Visitation was held 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, with prayers at 8 p.m., both in H.M. Huskilson's Funeral Home, Wedgeport. The funeral mass will be held 10:30 a.m. today in Saint Michael's Catholic Church, Wedgeport, Father Weslaw Papuga officiating. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Saint Michael's Parish Cemetery Fund, Villa St. Joseph-du-Lac, or to a charity of your choice.

Gladys Laura Rhoda Williams 2004 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Sunday, January 2, 2005. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Gladys Laura Rhoda Williams, 80, West Green Harbour, passed away Friday, Decmeber 31, 2004, in the VG Site, QEII, Halifax. Born on Cottles Island, Newfoundland, she was a daughter of the late Stanley and Elsie (Short) King. She is survived by sons, Leo Williams, Lockeport; Ian Williams (Betty), East Green Harbour; Arnold Williams, East Green Harbour; daughters, Rita Thimot (Arden), Cornwallis; Margaret Scott (Lyle) and Stella Enslow (Arthur), both of West Green Harbour; Shirley Williams (Peter), Lunenburg; brothers, Herbert King, Grand Falls; Lester King, Cottles Island; sisters, Joyce White, Baleta Canning, Rita Hill, all of Cottles Island; Joan Normore, Springdale, Newfoundland; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles Daniel Williams; brothers, Percy, Phillip, Herbert; sisters, Stella, Yvonne, Tassie; one grandchild. Visiting 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today in H.M. Huskilson's Funeral Home, Lockeport. Funeral service 2 p.m. Monday in H.M. Huskilson's Funeral Home, Shelburne, Rev. Matthew Sponagle officiating. Burial in St. Thomas Parish Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory to St. Peter's Anglican Church or any charity.

Mary Elizabeth Smith 2008 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Wednesday, August 13, 2008. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Mary Elizabeth Smith, 75, Pleasant River, Queens County, passed away suddenly at home with her husband by her side. Born in Hamilton, Ontario, she was a daughter of the late James and Irene (Clarke) MacRae. Mary worked for 17 years at Stewart, McKeen & Covert in Halifax and later with Alan Ferrier until retirement. She was a lover of all animals and adopted many strays from the Shaid Tree Animal Shelter. Surviving are her husband, Randy "Bubba," daughters, Marlene (Joe) Colp, Wilmot; Dale Wamback (Mike Yahnke), Greenwood; Janice Braid (Ron Beach), Kingston, Ontario; son, Larry ,North Brookfield; brother, James (Bev) MacRae; sister, Carol Bennett (Ross), both of Hamilton; grandchildren, Lorraine Mansfield (Allan); Theresa Wamback (Sonny); Melissa Colp (Chris); Nicholas Watts; great-grandchildren, Dane, Gage, and nephews. She was loved dearly and will be sadly missed by her family and everyone who knew her. She also leaves behind her best friends, Abby and Boots. A private family service will be held in R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville, at a later date, Rev. Willis Ott officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Shaid Tree Animal Shelter.

Uda Grace Zellers 2008 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Wednesday, August 13, 2008. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Uda Grace Zellers, 94, Feltzen South, died Monday, August 11, 2008, in Harbour View Haven, Lunenburg. Born in Feltzen South on September 30, 1913, she was a daughter of the late Freeman and Martha (Spindler) Mosher. Uda was a member of St. John's by the Sea Lutheran Church, Feltzen South, where she was a Sunday school teacher, choir member, and belonged to the LCW/ELW. She was also one of the founding members of the Friendship Card Club. Surviving are her only daughter, Marina Creaser and son-in-law Leon; grandchildren, Cathy, Gregory (Barbara), all of Feltzen South; Shelley, Ottawa; great-grandchildren, Thomas and Isabelle, Feltzen South; sister-in-law, Norma Mosher, Medford, Massachusetts. She was predeceased by her husband, Wallace; brothers, Gerald, Alister, Irvin, Cyril, Melvin; sisters, Irene, Verna, Margaret, and Elsie. Uda will be dearly missed by her daughter, Marina, Leon, and her family and friends. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, Lunenburg, where funeral service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m., Rev. Willis Ott officiating. No visitation by family request. Interment will be in Feltzen South Cemetery. Flowers from immediate family only. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John's by the Sea Lutheran Church or Harbour View Haven.

Rene Thomas Scott 2007 Halifax Chronicle Herald Published: Monday, October 15, 2007. >From the collection of Gwen Christie Rene Thomas Scott, 68, died October 12, 2007. Rene was born in Barrington, a son of Thomas and Ella (Lamrock) Scott. He is survived by his daughter, Sherri Lynn Wilson and granddaughter, Amanda, Peterborough; former wife, Carole Jean Scott; brothers, Everett, Stanley (Betty), Fred (Trudy), Phillip; sisters, Barbara Bent (Bill), Audrey Guild (Don), Carole Wilson (Al), Lillian Perry (Mervyn), Patricia Hudson, Ruth MacLeod; special niece, Donna Carter, whom he regarded as a sister, and many other nieces and nephews who loved and admired him. Rene will be remembered for his friendship and warmth. His interest in community and social events will long be appreciated. He was a life member of the Nova Scotia Guides Association into which he poured much of his time and passion. He was a member of the local fire department, a long-time and very active worker for the Barrington Fair, and was a dedicated worked for Christmas Daddies. He was announcer for all of the above activities plus many other community events. Rene enjoyed dressing in costume and entertaining. He was an avid camper. At his firepo ce, he welcomed anyone who would stop by for coffee and companionship. Rene was a professional meatcutter and turned his hand to many other vocations and skills. An early employment was as a crew member on the Oceanographic ship, Vema, out of New York, as told in his book, "R.V. Vema, a Seaman's Journal." Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be in Huskilson's Funeral Home on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. Feel welcome to share recollections at this time. Graveside service will be held in Riverdale Cemetery for family and friends on Wednesday at 2 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Victorian Order of Nurses, Riverdale Cemetery Fund, Wesley United Church Building Fund, Food Bank, Barrington, Goodwill Club, Barrington, Christmas Daddies, or a charity of your choice.