OBIT # 4001 – HALIFAX HERALD – 6 AUGUST 2002
REID, Ernest - 84, Maritime Odd Fellows Home, Pictou, formerly of Big Island, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2002, in the home. Born in Big Island, he was a son of the late David and Margaret Reid. He was a woodsman all of his life until his retirement in 1982. He was a staunch member of the United Church and was formerly a member of the Hopewell and Scotsburn congregations. Ernest was a good, honest, solid man. He is survived by brother, Clarence, Ontario. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, the former Elizabeth Horne; sister, Jean; brothers, Herman, Garfield and John. No visitation or flowers by his request. A public graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday in MacLean Cemetery, Hopewell, Jessie Johnson officiating. Donations in his memory may be made to the MacLean Cemetery Fund or Maritime Odd Fellows Home, Pictou. Arrangements are under the direction of H. C. MacQuarrie Funeral Home.
OBIT # 4002 – HALIFAX HERALD – 7AUGUST 2002
ARCHIBALD, Donald Frederick - Wolfville, died peacefully in his sleep at home, aged 90, August 2, 2002. Born in Truro, he attended Dalhousie University, graduating bachelor of commerce, with great distinction in economics, in 1934. He was awarded the MBE (Military) in 1946, a DCL (Hon) from Acadia University in 1985 and a fellowship of the Nova Scotia Institute of Chartered Accountants in 1988; the Rotary Club awarded him the Paul Harris Fellowship. During his initial work as a chartered accountant, he lived in Halifax and Charlottetown and served as wing commander in the RCAF in England during the Second World War. After working for several years in Venezuela as financial comptroller of the Industrial and Development Corporation, he moved to the Annapolis Valley in 1953, as manager and then owner of what became Archibald Farms Limited, the second largest egg producing company in Canada. His life was shaped by his commitment to ideals of social justice and public service as well as by his deep-rooted attachment to his family. He served on the board of a wide range of bodies, including Maritime Tel & Tel, Northumberland Ferries (as a founding director), Industrial Estates, King's Mutual Insurance and Acadia University, as well as national and provincial egg marketing organizations. He also stood as an NDP candidate for the Provincial Legislature, doubling the local vote. His commitment to theological studies and to the United Church of Canada led to his serving as Chairman of the Board of Pine Hill Divinity Hall, a member of the Atlantic School of Theology, as a founder of the Wolfville Area Interchurch Housing Society, as a member of the board of the Windsor Elms (where a public room is named after him), as treasurer and elder of St. Andrew's United Church, Wolfville and to his attending continuing education courses in religious studies at Acadia University. He also traveled enthusiastically and extensively. Throughout his life he remained fascinated by all forms of transport; even at the age of 90 he could identify the make, model and year of manufacture of every car on the road. He is survived by his daughters, Elisabeth Gerver (Peter Stoward), Jean Lawson (Ron), Joyce Archibald (Greg Peterson); grandchildren, Sascha, Miriam (Domenico Esposito), Leana, Vanessa, Emma, Nicole; great-grandchildren, Giles and Nikolas; in-laws, Edith Archibald, Allan and Margaret McColl, Leonard and Verna Chase. He was predeceased by his first wife, Mildred Allen (1960) and his second wife, Barbara Chase (1998). Funeral service will be held 1:30 p.m. Saturday, August 10, in St. Andrew's United Church, Wolfville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Andrew's United Church, Wolfville, Canard United Church or a charity of choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to H.C. Lindsay Funeral Home, 568 Main St., Wolfville, NS B4P 1E5
OBIT # 4003 – HALIFAX HERALD – 7 AUGUST 2002
ARMSTRONG, Antonia "Tony" - Formerly of Pictou, Nova Scotia. Tony died in Saint Vincent's Guest House, Halifax, Nova Scotia, August 3, 2002. Born in 1904, in Bilbao, Spain, she was the daughter of the late Juan Antonio Gomez and Carmen Ortiz Gomez. She was predeceased by her husband, Captain Robert Armstrong, Pictou; and five sisters in the United Kingdom. She is survived by her daughter, Jean (Mrs. John Armstrong), Halifax, N.S.; granddaughter, Heather Sercombe, London, Ont.; grandsons, Ross, Vancouver, B.C.; Neil, Halifax, N.S.; and seven great-grandchildren. By request, there will be no visitation or funeral. Following cremation, there will be a family committal service in Sea View Cemetery, Pictou, Nova Scotia.
OBIT # 4004 – HALIFAX HERALD – 7 AUGUST 2002
COLBOURNE, Donald Alfred - 70, 274 Abercrombie Rd., New Glasgow, passed away Monday, August 5, 2002, in Aberdeen Hospital. Born in New Glasgow, he was a son of the late Alfred and Nora A. (Foley) Colbourne. He was retired from Hawker Siddley Ltd. He was a former member of the West Side Community Center, former member of 55 Plus and was a member of the Pictou County Ukulele Club and Trinity United Church. Surviving are his wife, the former Betty Hagan; sons, Todd Colbourne, at home; Craig (Karen) Colbourne, Plymouth; grandchildren, Evan and Claudia Colbourne; sisters, Jermaine (Paul) Stoneman, Caledonia, Ont.; Anne (Dale) Rasmussan, Dartmouth; brothers, Gerald (Florence) Colbourne, Scarborough, Ont.; Jack (Claudia) Colbourne, Moncton, N.B. Cremation has taken place. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in R.H. Porter Funeral Home, New Glasgow, where funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, Lori Crocker D.M. officiating. Burial in Abercrombie Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Aberdeen Hospital Palliative Care.
OBIT # 4005 – 7 AUGUST 2002
EMERY, Leslie Percy "Les" - 62, Central West River, Pictou Co., passed away Monday, August 5, 2002, at his home. Born in Mount William, he was a son of the late Percy and Anna (Jensen) Emery. He was well-known in the saw mill industry and had owned and operated his own saw mill for several years. Although he had a quiet way, Les was very knowledgeable in his fields giving professional advise to many who sought his assistance. He was instrumental in setting provincial standards and provincial regulations. As well, Les was a welder and pipefitter working at various construction sites through out the area. Les was a member of Durham Presbyterian Church serving on the Board of Managers and was a Trustee with Durham Cemetery. He was a retired member of the West River Fire Department. He enjoyed gardening, camping, hunting and fishing but his grandchildren and family were most important to him. Les is survived by his wife, Patricia "Pat" (Wilson); daughter, Helen Fraser (Derek); son, David (Tracy), all of Central West River; grandchildren, Janna Moller, Lance, Nolan and Kenzie Jane Emery. He is also survived by sisters-in-law, Eileen Emery, Durham; Lorraine Henderson (Bob), Fort Nelson, B.C.; Cheryl Leslie (Wally), Durham; brother-in-law, Sandy Wilson (Sheren), Central West River. He was predeceased by brother, Brenton; stepmother, Della. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Thursday in Eagles Funeral Home, Westville. His funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday in Durham Presbyterian Church, Durham with Angela Cluney and Rev. Glenn Cooper officiating. Cremation will follow. Donations in his memory may be made to the Durham Presbyterian Church, Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of one's choice.
OBIT # 4006 – HALIFAX HERALD – 7 AUGUST 2002
HOYT, Sandy - Radio personality-New Glasgow, Halifax, Port Hawkesbury. Sandy passed away peacefully in Picton Hospital, Ontario, August 5, 2002, after a brief struggle with cancer. Sandy leaves behind his children, Allison, Tracey, Angela, Gary, Alexander and Jon Ross. Sandy was predeceased by his best friend and wife, Linda Fitzhugh. He now leaves his new and very special family, Marjorie, Don, Mina, Marie, Joanne and Joe. Sandy was overwhelmed and touched by the support of so many during his illness. Funeral service will be held in Picton, Ont.
OBIT # 4007 – HALIFAX HERALD – 7 AUGUST 2002
LANGILLE, Margaret Catherine - 77, Strathcona Place, Pictou, formerly of Three Brooks, died August 06, 2002, in Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in Pictou, she was a daughter of the late Eliza Emily Sarson. Surviving are sons, George, Chester "Buddy"; sisters, Nita Sarson, Shirley (Larry) MacNeill; brothers, William "Sax" Sarson, Alex Sarson; grandchildren, Jason, Beth; special friend, Carl Gaab. She was predeceased by husband, Walter Bruce; sister, Mary Frances Sarson; brother, Mitchell Sarson. Cremation has taken place. A private graveside service will be held at a later date in Seaview Cemetery. Donations may be made in her memory to any charity of choice. Arrangements are entrusted to P. & K. MacDonald Funeral Home, New Glasgow.
OBIT # 4008 – HALIFAX HERALD – 7 AUGUST 2002
MOTT, Dorothy Gertrude - 94, Glen Haven Manor, New Glasgow, formerly of 476 Nelson St., passed away Monday, August 5, 2002, in the manor. Surviving are daughters, Dorothy Elizabeth (Frederick Rowan) Cotton, Vancouver; Penelope Mott (Bill Bancroft), New Glasgow; son, Albert (Rita) Mott, Oakville, Ont.; four grandchildren; sister, Evelyn Clark, Woodstock, N.B. She was predeceased by her husband, J.A. Vaughan Mott; brother, Lewis Montgomery. Cremation has taken place. No visitation by request. Memorial service will be held in Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of R.H. Porter Funeral Home, New Glasgow.
OBIT # 4009 – HALIFAX HERALD – 7 AUGUST 2002
MacKENZIE, Neil Jr. - Division Road, Pictou County, died suddenly Monday, August 5, 2002, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born July 18, 1923, in Trenton, he was a son of the late Neil and Lena Grace MacKenzie. He was a member of the R.C.A.F. as an Air Navigator and Bombardier during the Second World War. A bricklayer by trade, Neil was also employed by Canada Post in Pictou for 37 years. He is survived by sister, Priscilla Lann and family, Green Hill; brother, Douglas (Hilda) MacKenzie and family, Pictou; sister, Priscilla MacKenzie and family, Pictou. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by brother, John in infancy. Cremation has taken place at the family's request. A private family service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. A very special thank-you to the nurses and physicians of Dartmouth General Hospital.
OBIT # 4010 – EVENING NEWS – 30 MAY 1956 ASPEN- The death occured may 17 of Mrs. Havelock McKeen of Glenelg, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Kaiser, following a lengthy illness. She had been confined to her bed for months. Mrs. McKeen was the former Edith Jack and lived at Port Bickerton until her marriage. Her husband predeceased her some years ago. She was a member of the Port Hillford Baptist Church. She took a keen interest in community affairs and was hospitable. The funeral service was held from the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kaiser, with Rev.L. Salsman officiating. The hymns sung were the favorite of the deceased. The pallbearers were Bruce McKeen, Alex McDonald, Douglas McKeen, Russell McLaughlin and Austin Tate. Burial was in the family plot at Aspen.
OBIT # 4011 – EVENING NEWS – 18 JUNE 1983 EUREKA-JAMES WILLIAM GAMMON, 60, of Eureka, died Friday in Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in Torbay, Guys.Co., he was a son of the late Henry and Violet (Gammom) Gammon. He was employed at MacGregor Bedding Ltd., New Glasgow and was a resident of New Waterford before moving to Eureka nine years ago. He was a member of the United Church. Surviving is a daughter, Emily (Mrs. Henry Bezanson), Eureka; 2 stepdaughters, Nellie (Mrs. Sandy Cyr), Westville, and Clara (Mrs. Reid McCormick), Salisbury, N.B.; 6 grandchildren; 2 sisters, Mrs. William Snyder, Half Bay Cove; and Blanche, Truro; 2 brothers, George, Middle River, and Harold, Wyes Corner, Colchester County. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Ruth Mason; a daughter, a son and a brother. The remains are resting at the H.C. MacQuarrie Funeral Home, where funeral will be held 2:30pm. Sunday. Internment will be in Riverton Cemetery.
OBIT # 4012 – HALIFAX HERALD – 8 AUGUST 2002 CAMERON, Maria "Rie" - 86, R.K. MacDonald Guest Home, Antigonish, formerly of Thorburn, Pictou Co., died peacefully August 7, 2002. Born in Guysborough, she was a daughter of the late Mark and Mary (Carrol) O'Connor. She is survived by her daughter, Mary (Hilary MacIsaac); sons, Ken (Judy) and Don; her grandchildren, Neil, Kim and Richard Foshay, Tracy (Cameron) Wetlake and Kenneth Cameron III; her great-grandchildren, Jeffrey and Thomas Foshay, Christian and Mary Tess Aubrecht, Cameron Wetlake and Calan Tanzi-Foshay; many caring nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Ken; brothers, Tompkins and Mark; sister, Nell McGough. Rie lived in Thorburn for almost 60 years. She was a good, kind hearted, caring person with a great sense of humor. She was a loving mother and grandmother, and a good friend to many. She was the consummate volunteer who gave her time freely to many organizations including the St. Ann's Alter Society and Catholic Women's League. She was president of both for many years. She worked with Development and Peace, the St. Vincent de Paul Society, the Fire Auxiliary of Thorburn, The Salvation Army, the Pastoral Care Committee of the Aberdeen Hospital, the Valley View Villa Auxiliary (founding member and president) and the Liberal Party! She was honoured by both the CWL and the Liberal Party for her contributions to both. She was an Eucharistic minister at St. Ann's Church and visiting Eucharistic minister in Pictou County. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of R.H. Porter Funeral Home, 55 Almont Ave., New Glasgow. Visiting hours will be 2-4:30, 7-9:30 p.m. Friday, August 9. Funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 10, in St. Ann's Church, Thorburn. Interment will follow in St. Ann's Cemetery, Thorburn. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to R.K. MacDonald Guest Home Foundation or a charity of choice would be appreciated.
OBIT # 4013 – HALIFAX HERALD – 8 AUGUST 2002 PAQUET, Mary Gertrude - 84, Shiretown Nursing Home, formerly of Strathcona Place and Cedar Street, Pictou, died Wednesday, August 7, 2002, in the home. Born on Janvarin's Island, Cape Breton, she was a daughter of the late Alphonse and Mary Delvina (Dorey) MacNeil. She worked at Victoria General Hospital, Halifax during the war years and was a Matron Mother at Mount Saint Vincent University. After her marriage, she and her husband settled in Pictou. She is survived by daughter, Marilyn Farmer, East Millinocket, Me.; sons, Wayne and David, both of Alberta; Kenny and Michael, both of Pictou; eight grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Alphonse in 1968; and two children in infancy. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. this evening in McLaren Funeral Home, Pictou. Funeral mass will be held 11 a.m. Friday in Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church, Pictou, Rev. Peter MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Donations in her memory may be made to Stella Maris CWL.
OBIT # 4014 – HALIFAX HERALD – 8 AUGUST 2002 MacPHEE, Laura Mae - 87, Stewiacke East, passed away August 6, 2002, at home. Born in Middle Stewiacke, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Ada (Rutherford) Fisher. She was a member of Sharon United Church, where she was a very active quilter. Surviving are sons, Lloyd (Sandra), Colin (Janet), both of Stewiacke East; Ivan (Lynn), Meaghers Grant; daughters, Valorie (Billy) Hatfield, Truro; Sylvia (Jerry) Gahan, Charlottetown, P.E.I.; 21 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; one great great-grandson. She was predeceased by husband, James; daughter, Ferne; grandson, Wayne MacPhee. Cremation has taken place. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today with funeral 2 p.m. Friday, both in Sharon United Church, Stewiacke East, Rev. Ron Frampton officiating. Burial to follow in Pine Grove Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Sharon United Church or a charity of choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Co-operative, Upper Musquodoboit.
OBIT # 4015 – HALIFAX HERALD – 8 AUGUST 2002 STARRATT, Howard Kenneth - 70, 30 Windale Dr., Truro, passed away Monday, August 5, 2002, in the VG Site, QEII, Halifax. Born in Truro, he was a son of the late Frank and Violet (Dartt) Starratt. He worked as a clerk for the CNR, before becoming manager of Truro Lanes. Ken was a strong contributor and supporter of local and area sports. He was involved in many local ball leagues. He was also involved in the Truro District Hockey League. Ken was well-known for being a competitive bowler having bowled in Maritime Championship play for many years. He was also a former member of the Truro Golf Club. Doug Harkness, editor of Atlantic Post Calls and long-time friend, said Starratt had been in failing health since entering hospital in late June. Ken had retired five years ago as Judge of the Nova Scotia Probate Court in Truro and had served as Chief Returning Officer for the provincial constituency of Truro-Bible Hill. He remained as Chief Returning Officer for the federal constituency of Cumberland-Colchester. In 1982, Starratt along with Glen Smith of Truro, were instrumental in getting a group of Maritime stallion owners to form the Maritime Breeders Association, sponsors of the Maritime Breeders Futurities, a series of stake races for two and three year old Maritime sired horses. The stake races, which began in 1984, offered the largest purses in Atlantic Canada, with two-year-olds racing for $50,000. Starratt served as a volunteer in the capacity of secretary-treasurer of the MBA until early this year. In 1984, in a move to help market Maritime-sired yearlings, Starratt and Harkness founded The Select (Standardbred) Sale Inc., which grew to become the region's leading yearling sale. He resigned as president late last year because of health reasons. Ken had suffered a heart attack in November of 2000 during the federal election campaign and underwent open heart surgery early in 2001. Tom MacPherson of Glace Bay, a recipient of the Dan Patch Award from Harness Tracks of America, says Maritime harness racing owes a debt of gratitude to Ken for the volunteer work he did to support the breeding industry. He is survived by his wife, the former Betty Evans, formerly of North Sydney; daughter, Connie (Sheldon) Scott; son, John (Tara), all of Truro; grandchildren, Evan and Brenden Starratt; brother, Arnold (Hazel), Truro; a number of nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters, Clara and Irene. Cremation has taken place. Visiting 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Truro. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Friday in St. John's Anglican Church, Truro, Rev. Lori Ramsey officiating. Burial in Bible Hill Cemetery. Reception to follow in the Bible Hill Fire Hall. Family flowers only. Donations in his memory may be made to St. John's Anglican Church or a charity of choice.