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George L. Gunter
The death of George L. Gunter, in his 87th year, husband of Neata (Urquhart) Gunter of White's Cove, NB, occurred at the Oromocto Hospital, Oromocto, November 12, 2002. He was born in White's Cove, New Brunswick, the son of the late Andrew L. and Stella M. (Colwell) Gunter.
George's life was his family and his farm. He was a former Deacon of Mill Cove Baptist Church, School Board Member for Cambridge District # 24, longtime Director of the Queens County Fair, Deputy Returning Officer for Queens South, a member of Knights of Pythius, the Agricultural Society and the Jemseg Area Crokinole League.
George is survived by his wife, of 63 years, daughters; Betty and Bert Dykeman, Moncton, Barb and Ken Lawson, Fredericton, Mary Lou and Charles Connell, Codys, son; John and Laureen Gunter, White's Cove, ten grandchildren; Karen (Fred) Liedermer, Peter (Nancy) Dykeman, Stephanie Lawson, Rhonda (Derrick) Rushton, Carolyn (John) MacBain, Jennifer (Mike) Murray, Patsy Connell, Krista (Gavin) Phillips, Mark Gunter, Charity-Rae Gunter, four great grandchildren; Craig and Colin Rushton, Ewan MacBain and Emma Murray, brother-in-law; Percy Urquhart, sister-in-law; Lucille Gunter, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Donald and sister Marion Urquhart.
Resting at Sherwood's Funeral Home 18 Scovil Road, Norton (839-2156) with visiting on Thursday from 2 to 8 p.m. Funeral service will be held Friday, November 15, 2002, from Jemseg Baptist Church, at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Jemseg Baptist Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Jemseg Cemetery Fund or the memorial of the donor's choice.
George McKiel
1927-2011
The death of George Byron McKiel, age 83, husband of Ruth (Urquhart) McKiel, of Wickham, NB, occurred at the Saint John Regional Hospital, on Wednesday, October 12, 2011. He was born on December 14, 1927, in MacDonald’s Point, NB, the son of the late Robert and Effie (Chapman) McKiel.
George is survived by his wife Ruth; daughters Andrea and Ray Leger of Moncton, Allyson Maillet of Wickham, Janet and Brent Scott of Glassville, and Jennifer and Dwayne Lewis of Belleisle Creek; grandchildren Adam and Jeremy Leger, Robyn and Catherine Maillet, Shannon and Melissa McIntosh, and Christian Lewis; brother Daryl McKiel of Victoria, BC; sister Erma McKiel of Wickham.
The family will receive visitors at Sherwood’s Funeral Home and Life Tribute Centre (506-839-2156), 18 Scovil Road, Norton, NB, on Monday, October 17, 2011, from 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m. There will be no service. A private family interment will take place at a later date.
Donations to a Living Memorial or a memorial of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family.
Murray Donald Urquhart
November 18, 1919 ~ November 22, 2002
The death of Murray D. Urquhart, age 83, husband of Hazel (Law) Urquhart of Lower Kars, NB, occurred at the Saint John Regional Hospital, on November 22, 2002. Murray was the son of the late George and Celia Urquhart. During his lifetime he was a farmer, and worked for Department of Transportation as ferry operator, and served with the Canadian Army overseas during World War II, for six years.
Murray is survived by his wife, daughter; Celia and Willard Kennedy, Hampton, sons; Murray Jr. and Shannon Urquhart, Bedford, NS, Bryan and Lynn Urquhart, Norton, John and Cindy Urquhart, Hampton, step children; William and Dale Matheson, Toronto, Harry Matheson, Moncton, Walter and Bella Matheson, Saint John, several grandchildren and great grand-children, brother; Albert and Evelyn Urquhart, Kars, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by brothers Arthur and Raymond, and sisters Elsie and Muriel.
Resting at Sherwood’s Funeral Home, 18 Scovil Road, Norton (839-2156) with visiting on Sunday, November 24, 2002, from 3 -9 pm. Funeral service will be held on Monday, November 25, 2002, at 2.00 pm from Sherwood’s Funeral Chapel,. Interment will be in Riverbank Cemetery.
Josh Sarchfield
2007-2012
With broken hearts, we announce the death of Joshua Gordon Sarchfield, which occurred on Wednesday, May 30, 2012, at the Saint John Regional Hospital, following a brief illness. He was born in Mississauga, ON, on August 11, 2007, the son of Joseph & Jennifer Sarchfield.
Besides his parents, Joseph & Jennifer, Josh is survived by his brother Kyle; grandparents Brenda Falk, Dean & Terry Loeman-Hansen, Janet & David St. Coeur; several aunts and uncles and cousins.
Josh is resting at Sherwood’s Funeral Home and Life Tribute Centre (506-839-2156), 18 Scovil Road, Norton, NB, with visiting on Sunday, from 2 to 5 p.m. Funeral service, conducted by Pastor Kevin Vincent, will be held from the Atlantic Community Church, Apohaqui, NB, at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, June 4, 2012.
Donations to the Pediatric I.C.U. of the Saint John Regional Hospital or the memorial of donor’s choice would be appreciated.
Terry Monahan
1961-2012
The death of Terry Phillip Monahan, age 50, of Montreal, formerly of Norton, NB, occurred at the St. Mary’s Hospital Center, Montreal, QC, on Sunday, April 15, 2012. He was born on November 12, 1961, in Sussex, NB, the son of the late Roy and Doris (McGinnis) Monahan.
Terry was a much loved and kindhearted son, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin and friend. Full of charm and charisma, he was never alone but always surrounded by a strong and loving group of friends wherever he was, in Norton, Sussex and Montreal.Terry will always be known for his laughter and extremely keen sense of humour that entertained and brought smiles to the faces of so very many people. He will be dearly missed, always loved and thought of often by all his friends and family.
As a family, we shared so many happy times and sad times together, but most of all, we got to share Terry’s laughter, his razor sharp wit and his intelligence. He always possessed a wisdom way beyond his years, because of his outgoing personality everyone loved Terry, we don’t think he ever met a person, who didn’t like him.
We will treasure our family gatherings, especially all the Christmas dinners followed by a spirited and competitive game of cards, also cheering our beloved Red Wings to the Stanley Cup with Mom front and center.
Although he chose to live and work in Montreal, where he met and made so many wonderful friends who were his family away from home, he was never forgotten and was always in our hearts.
Terry is survived by his sisters Louise and her husband Steven Miller of Norton, NB, Diane Monahan of Norton, NB, Karen and her husband Paul Donovan of Quispamsis, NB; brothers David and his wife Mary Monahan of Southfield, NB, Dan and his wife Lesley Monahan of Hampton, NB; aunts; several nieces, nephews, cousins and his family of friends in Montreal.
The family will receive visitors at Sherwood’s Funeral Home and Life Tribute Centre (506-839-2156), 18 Scovil Road, Norton, NB, on Sunday from 2 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held from Sacred Heart Church, Norton, NB, at 10am, on Monday, April 23, 2012. A private family interment will take place in Sacred Heart Cemetery.
Donations to the Sacred Heart Building Fund, Canadian Cancer Society for Research or the memorial of the donor’s choice would be appreciated. Condolences to the family may be made through www.sherwoodsfuneralhome.com
The family extends sincere thanks to Terry’s co-workers, friends and the Doctors and nursing staff of St. Mary’s Hospital Center, Montreal, for their kindness and care.
Lawrence Herbert Allen
February 24, 1929 ~ June 16, 2003
Lawrence H Allen, age 74, husband of Leona (Armstrong) Allen, of Belleisle Creek, New Brunswick, died at the Sussex Health Centre, June 16, 2003. He was born on February 24, 1929, in Gagetown, NB, the son of the late Harry and Annie Jane (Mallery) Allen.
Larry was a tremendous fan of boxing and wrestling. He was an ardent woodworker, making a variety of craft items including many wishing wells. He loved to play the accordian, spending many hours accompanied by his sons playing their guitars.
Larry is survived by his wife, two sons; Richard and Joan, Baxter's Corner, and Douglas and June, Belleisle Creek, one daughter; Theresa and Roger Eagles, Belleisle Creek, six grandchildren, Michelle, Richard Jr., Jennifer and Christopher Allen, and Nichole and Leslie Eagles, and one great grandson; Justice Allen, three sisters; Auline and Joseph Roper, West Saint John, Sadie Selby, New Jersey, USA and Jean Eisner, Saint John, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Randall, five brothers; James, Frank, George, Charles and Harry, and four sisters; Bessie, Mary, Irene and Jemima.
Resting at Sherwood's Funeral Home, (839-2156), 18 Scovil Road, Norton, NB, with visiting Wednesday from 3 to 8 p.m. Funeral service, conducted by Rev. Leo Martin, will be held from St. Simon and St. Jude's Anglican Church, Belleisle Creek, at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, June 19, 2003, followed by interment in Ocean View Cemetery, Saint John, NB.
Memorials to Cancer Society, Heart & Stroke Foundation or donor's choice would be appreciated by the family.
Donald H. Cole
Donald H. Cole, age 50, of Saint John, New Brunswick, died unexpectedly at his country home in Shannon, on Sunday, June 8, 2003. Donnie was the long-time companion of Brenda (Marr) Drane. He was born in Shannon, NB, November 13, 1952, the son of Grace and the late Herbert Cole.
Donnie loved the country and being outdoors to enjoy nature. He had a passion for his kids. He loved hunting, computers, photography and tractors.
In addition to his companion and mother, he is survived by son; Justin & Theresa, step-son; Raymond & Christina Drane, step-daughter; Michelle Drane & Jeremy, three step-granddaughters; Jannelta, Julieann and Jocelyn and an expected grandson Ethan, brother Clayton Cole, all of Saint John, sisters; Davine McLean & Leo, Coles Island, Lois & Al Arseneault, Saint John, Joyce Osburn & Eddie, Saint John, Leona Chamberlain & Steve, Shannon, and Brenda Negus, Saint John, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Resting at Sherwood’s Funeral Home, (839-2156), 18 Scovil Road, Norton, NB, Wednesday from 2 to 8 p.m. Funeral service, conducted by Rev. Aaron Kenny, will be held from Sherwood’s Chapel, at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, June 12, 2003, followed by interment in Shannon Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Fund or the memorial of the donor’s choice.
Frawley Robert Carl
June 19, 1942 ~ June 18, 2003
Robert Carl Frawley, age 60, husband of Joan (Bishop) Frawley, Norton, NB, died at home June 18, 2003. He was born in Saint John, June 19, 1942 the son of Rose (Pearson) Frawley and the late George Northrup.
Bob is survived by his wife, daughters; Kelly & Norman Durand, Florida, Angela Frawley, Burlington, ON, and Beth & Phil McMorran, St. Stephen, son: Robert & Stephanie Frawley, Norton, mother Rose (Pearson) and James Frawley, five grandchildren; Brock Robert Bradford, Deer Island, Issac Northrup McMorran, Dylan Thomas Frawley, Brooke Marie & Blake David Frawley, five step children; Robert Shell Mackie, Sherry Vitale, Stephen Newman, Heather Stordy, Christopher MacKenzie, eleven step grandchildren; Christina & Robert Mackie, Debbie Gallant, Jennifer Hallihan, Roman Vitale, Fred McCluskey, Jacob & Lyndy Newman, Lucas Guimond, Alicia and Samantha Stordy, two step great granddaughters; Bailey and Emma Gallant, two brothers; Donald & Ann Northrup, Rothesay, Richard & Francine Frawley, Hampton, five sisters; Rosemary & Russell Whitehouse, Saint John, Sharon & Bud Mugridge, ON, Charlotte May, Saint John, Marilyn & Camille Le Blanc, Saint John, Diane & Gerry Bowen, BC, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
At Bob's request no visitation will be held. A private Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation, Cancer Society or donor's choice. Sherwood's Funeral Home, (839-2156), 18 Scovil Road, Norton, NB, entrusted with arrangements.
Cora Dempster
1922-2007
Surrounded by her family and loved ones, the death of Cora Rose (Forsyth) Dempster, age 85, wife of the late Aubrey Dempster, of Hampton, formerly of Norton, occurred at the Dr. V.A. Snow Centre, on April 12, 2007. She was born in Creek Road, New Brunswick, January 2, 1922, the daughter of the late Fred and Louise (Landry) Forsyth.
Cora was a lifelong member of the Ladies Auxiliary of Norton Branch #76, and a member of Millidgeville Lioness Club. She was an avid knitter, knitting mittens and socks for her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed reading and watching Jeopardy. She loved going to her trailer in the summer. Cora enjoyed her garden and making pickles and jams that she found pleasure in sharing with her family.
She is survived by daughters; Louise Mitchell, Saint John, Irene and Peter Owen, Saint John, Sharon and Stephen Chase, Bloomfield, and Sandra Dempster and Paul Walsh, Salt Springs, and son; Joe Dempster, Quispamsis, 21 grandchildren; Bessie, Donna, Pam, Rick, Bonny, Kim, Karen, Paula, Patrick, Kent, Kelly, Brent, Brent, Tanya, Vanessa, Chris, Scott, Tina, Monica, Jenny and P.J., 32 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren, sister; Iva MacLeod, Quispamsis, brothers; Roy Forsyth, Hunter Lake, and Sterling and Helen Forsyth, Kingston Peninsula, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sons; Arnold and his wife Mary, and Fred, grandson; Scott and granddaughter; Joanne, sisters; Hazel Mercer and Nettie Coates, and brother; Peter Forsyth.
She is resting at Sherwood’s Funeral Home (839-2156), 18 Scovil Road, Norton, with visiting on Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 2 to 8 p.m. Funeral service, conducted by Rev. Mary Wanamaker, will be held from Sherwood’s Chapel, on Monday, April 16, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. Following cremation, interment will be in Riverbank Cemetery. Donations to Riverbank Cemetery, or the memorial of the donor’s choice, would be appreciated.
Rachael Duffley
1989-2008
The death of Rachael Dawn Duffley, 18, of Kiersteadville, occurred by accident in Springfield, on Sunday, July 6, 2008. She was born December 3, 1989 in Saint John, NB, the beloved daughter of Mark and Lynn Ann (Jennings) Duffley.
Rachael was an over-achiever. She excelled scholastically and in sports. She was a team player and a leader. Rugby, hockey, skiing, swimming, camping, fishing and boating were all great activities for her. Rachael was an avid reader and wonderful writer, finding time for both every day. She loved almost anything country. Alan Jackson, Brooks and Dunn, Tim McGraw, Garth Brooks and the list went on. She enjoyed movies such as SWAT, Oceans 11 and Million Dollar Baby. As a kid, she loved to read books - Rainbow Six, Night, The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe were among the best. One of her favorite quotes, and which she lived by, was “Dream as if you’ll live forever, live as if you’ll die tomorrow”, by James Dean.
Rachael is survived by her parents; sisters Vanessa, Mariah and Kirstin; maternal grandparents Gloria and Cecil Jennings of Grand Bay-Westfield; paternal grandparents Jim and Rita Duffley of Quisipamsis; and many, many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and teammates.
Resting at Sherwood’s Funeral Home and Tribute Centre (839-2156), 18 Scovil Road, Norton, NB, with visiting on Wednesday, July 9th, from 5 to 8 p.m. and Thursday, July 10th, from 2 to 8 p.m. A celebration of Rachael’s life will be held from Belleisle Regional High School, 1800 Route 124, Springfield, at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 11th, 2008. Interment will follow in Kiersteadville Cemetery, Kiersteadville, NB
Donations to the Rachael Duffley Memorial Scholarship or the memorial of the donor’s choice would be appreciated.
Condolences may be made to the family through Sherwood's Funeral Home.
Roy Walker
1922-2010
The death of Robert Roy Walker, age 87, husband of the late Joan (McKay) Walker of Central Hampstead, NB, occurred at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital, Fredericton, NB, on Friday, March 19, 2010. He was born at Olinville, NB, on September 10, 1922, the son of the late Arthur James and Margaret (Wallace) Walker.
Roy is survived by his sister-in-law Muriel Walker of Central Hampstead; brothers-in-law Walter Eastwood of Mispec and Robert and Joan McKay of Central Hampstead; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Fred Walker and sister Gladys Eastwood.
He is resting at Sherwood’s Funeral Home and Life Tribute Centre (839-2156), 18 Scovil Road, Norton, NB, with visiting on Monday from 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m. A celebration of Roy’s life will be held from Sherwood’s Chapel at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, March 23, 2010. Interment will be in Central Hampstead Cemetery.
Donations to the Central Hampstead Cemetery or donor’s choice would be appreciated.
