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Gertrude Theresa Horgan
1927 - 2012
The death of Gertrude Theresa Horgan, of Saint John, NB, wife of the late Harold Horgan, occurred peacefully on Monday, October 22, 2012 at Bobby’s Hospice.
Born in Saint John, on February 17, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Mary (MacDonald) Daley.
Gertrude was raised in St. John the Baptist Parish, where she also taught school for forty years. She volunteered with the Rite of Christian Initiations of Adults. Gertrude was a member of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception for more than two decades, where she volunteered as a lector and sacristan. On December 8, 2006, Gertrude was delighted to receive the Bishop Dollard Medal of Merit by Bishop Emeritus J. Edward Troy.
She will be missed by her sons, Patrick (Jennifer) of Saint John and Sean (Melissa) of Rothesay, NB, sister; Mary Leahy (Bill) of Saint John, grandchildren; Catherine, Mollie, Joshua, and Olivia Horgan, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Besides her husband, she was predeceased by her sisters, Kathleen "Kay" Connell and Joan Gaynes and brothers; Charles and Ranald Daley.
Resting at Fitzpatrick’s Funeral Home, 100 Waterloo Street, Saint John (634 - 1965) with visiting on Tuesday from 7 - 9 PM and Wednesday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Thursday, October 25, 2012 at 12:10 PM. Interment to take place in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. For those who wish, remembrances may be made to Bobby’s Hope House, would be appreciated.
Marion Evelyn "Cal" McNamee
1919 - 2012
On November 11, 2012, surrounded by her loving family, Marion "Cal" Evelyn (McAllister) McNamee, widow of former Deputy Police Chief Gordon J. McNamee, passed away peacefully at Embassy Hall, Parkland in the Valley, Quispamsis, NB.
Cal was born at Gagetown, NB, on October 11, 1919, to the late Harry and Tessa (McCordic) McAllister. She was a graduate of the Saint John General Hospital School of Nursing, class of 1941 and spent many years nursing between Saint John General and St. Joseph’s Hospital. She then put her career on hold to raise her nine children and later returned to nursing at Ruth Ross from where she retired.
She will be sadly missed by her children; Provincial Court Judge, James G. McNamee (Carol), Deputy Chief of Police, John McNamee (Retired) (Penny), Joseph McNamee (Donna), Robert McNamee, Paul McNamee, Patricia (Carr) O’Brien, Joan Coughlan (Joe), Elizabeth McNamee - Shanks (Paul), twenty grandchildren, thirty - two great - grandchildren, brother; Arnold McAllister (Catherine), sister; Frances McAllister and a very devoted and special niece; Karen Fitzgerald, wife of Cal’s nephew, Robert Fitzgerald.
Besides her husband and parents, Cal was predeceased by her son, Peter McNamee, in May 1994, sister; Jean McKnight in December of 2010, daughter - in - law; Jane McNamee, in November 2004, and son - in - law; Edward O’Brien in January 2005.
Resting at Fitzpatrick’s Funeral Home, 100 Waterloo Street, Saint John (634 - 1965) with visiting on Sunday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place from St. Peter’s Church, Clarendon Street, on Monday, November 19, 2012 at 11:00 AM. Interment to take place in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. For those who wish, remembrances may be made to the IWK, Salvation Army, Heart and Stroke Foundation or to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated.
Donald G. Bryden
1930 - 2005
BRYDEN - the death of Donald G. Bryden of Rothesay, N.B., husband of the late M. Pauline (Chapman) Bryden, occurred peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 15, 2005. Don was born in Little Shemogue, N.B., on February 3, 1930, a son of the late John and Kathleen (Campbell) Bryden, and spent his youth in the Bayfield, N.B. area. Don served in the Canadian Armed Forces from 1948 until his retirement in 1968, with the rank of Warrant Officer. He resided in CFB Shilo, Manitoba, for 39 years where he and Pauline raised their family and were active members in several community groups. Don entered the automobile business in 1961, and for many years served as the General Sales Manager at Binkley Motors in Brandon, Manitoba. In 1987 he relocated to New Brunswick where he proudly owned and operated Brunswick Chrysler Plymouth Ltd. in Saint John. He was known for his tremendous dedication, work ethic, and generosity in all aspects of his career. He was pre - deceased by a brother, Robert. He is survived by one daughter, Donna Critchley (Allan) of Rothesay; five sons, Byron (Geraldine) of Quispamsis, N.B., Grant (Shannon) of Saskatoon, Randall (Linda) of Saskatoon, Richard (Olga) of Rothesay, and Robert (Mark) of Atlanta, GA.; four brothers, Ian of Nanaimo, B.C., Duncan (Vera) of Fredericton, John (Lorraine) of Bayfield, N.B., and Roderick (Sandy) of Ottawa; 15 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Don will be fondly remembered for his love of family, dignity, sense of humour, and kindness.
Resting at Fitzpatrick's Funeral Home, 100 Waterloo St., Saint John, (506 - 634 - 1965) with visiting on Wednesday from 7 to 9. The remains will rest at Jones Funeral Home, 3 Main St., Port Elgin, N.B. (506 - 364 - 1300) on Thursday morning from 11:30 until service at one o'clock. Interment will take place in Fernwood Cemetery, Port Elgin. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Kidney Foundation of Canada or the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
James J. Doiron
DOIRON - the death of James J. Doiron of Toronto occurred unexpectedly at his residence on Tuesday, November 15, 2005. James was born in Chatham, N.B., and had resided in Toronto for the past 10 years. He had been employed as a hotel reservations clerk. He is survived by his mother, Donna Saunders of Rothesay; one brother, Robert J. B. Doiron of Fredericton; two sisters, Stella Doiron of Rothesay, and Valerie Saunders of Saint John; several aunts; one uncle; and several nephews, including Troy Doiron.
Resting at Fitzpatrick's Funeral Home, 100 Waterloo St., with visiting on Wednesday, November 23, 2005, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Thursday morning at twelve o'clock. Interment will take place in St. Joseph's Cemetery.
Cecelia M. Heenan
HEENAN - the death of Cecelia M. Heenan of 20 Prince Edward St. occurred at the Saint John Regional Hospital on Wednesday, November 23, 2005. Miss Heenan was born in Saint John, a daughter of the late William J. and Mary Josephine (McLaughlin) Heenan. She had been employed in the Cardio Dept. of St. Joseph's Hospital for over 20 years until her retirement in 1983. She was a member of the Catholic Women's League; St. Joseph's Hospital Auxillary; and the Forever Young Seniors Club. She is survived by two sisters, Margaret Heenan of Saint John, and Audrey 'Dot' Malo of Campbell River, B.C.; and several nieces and nephews.
Resting at Fitzpatrick's Funeral Home, 100 Waterloo St., with visiting on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Friday morning at twelve o'clock. Interment will take place in Holy Cross Cemetery.
J. Leo Pitre
PITRE - the death of J. Leo Pitre of 118 Winslow St. occurred at the Saint John Regional Hospital on Friday, November 25, 2005. Mr. Pitre was born in Collette, N.B., a son of the late Damas Joseph and Agnes Marie (Doucette) Pitre, and had lived the greater part of his life in Saint John, where he had been employed as a C.N.R. trucker until his retirement a number of years ago. He was an avid pool player at Dooley's, Prince Edward Square, and enjoyed his coffee every morning at the Prince Edward Square Mall. He was a member of the C.N.R. Union and a former member of the Buffalo Club. He was pre - deceased by three brothers, Joseph, Peter, and Henry Pitre; and one sister, Florence Martin. He is survived by four sons, Ernest (Connie) of Anthony's Cove, Joseph (Joan) of Etobicoke, Ont., and Donald (Jeanette) and Ronald (Patricia), both of Saint John; three daughters, Holly Pitre of Saint John, Linda Doucet (Robert) of Quispamsis, and Catherine Whelly (Jamie) of Saint John; two sisters, Ida Arsenault and Alice Poirier (Walter), both of Rogersville; 10 grandchildren; 4 great - grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Resting at Fitzpatrick's Funeral Home, 100 Waterloo St., with visiting on Sunday from 7 to 9 and on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Tuesday morning at twelve o'clock.
John L. Hanson
HANSON - the death of John L. Hanson of 12 Mitchell St., husband of Jacqueline (Cyr) Hanson, occurred at the Saint John Regional Hospital on Friday, November 25, 2005. John was born in Saint John, a son of the late Walter and Sadie (London Hanson Hooley) Hanson. He had been employed in maintenance at the Park Plaza Motel for a number of years. He was well known throughout the city for his generosity and free spirit. He was pre - deceased by a brother - in - law, Duanne Shanks. Besides his wife, he is survived by four sisters Audrey Fisher of Sarnia, Ont., Doreen Shanks and Shirley Hanson, both of Saint john, and Irene Zizek (Drago) of London, On.; one aunt Audrey Toner of Saint John, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Resting at Fitzpatrick's Funeral Home, 100 Waterloo St., with visiting on Monday from 7 to 9 and on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9. Service will be held in Fitzpatrick's Chapel on Wednesday morning at ten o'clock. Followed by cremation. Donations to the Epilepsy Society would be appreciated by the family.
Gregory J. Walsh
WALSH - the death of Gregory J. Walsh of Chateau Champlain, husband of the late Marie (Murphy) Walsh, occurred at St. Joseph's Hospital on Sunday, November 27, 2005. Mr. Walsh was born in Saint John, a son of the late James J. and Gertrude (Quinlan) Walsh. He had been head of the Industrial Dept. of Simonds High School until his retirement in 1975. He had also been assistant - superindetendant at Saint John Iron Works for a number of years. He was a Past - President of the St. Vincent du Paul Society, and a former member of the Knights of Columbus and the Elks Club. He is survived by several cousins.
Resting at Fitzpatrick's Funeral Home, 100 Waterloo St., with visiting on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Thursday morning at twelve o'clock. Interment will take place in St. Joseph's Cemetery.
J. L. Raymond Kennedy
KENNEDY - the death of J. L. Raymond Kennedy, husband of M. R. Bernice (White) Kennedy, occurred at Ridgewood Veterans' Wing on Monday, November 28, 2005. Mr. Kennedy was born in Douglastown, Quebec, a son of the late Leo and Jennie (Doggett) Kennedy. He had served overseas with the 4th Division Postal Corp during the Second World War and was a member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 59 in Gaspe for 60 years. He had been Postmaster at Douglastown, Gaspe, for 30 years until his retirement in 1989 and had resided in Saint John since 1991. Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Desmond (Deena) of Montreal; three daughters, Idella Cody of Orleans, Ont., Cheryl Chiasson (Eugene) of Isle Perrot, Quebec, and Lisa McGeachy (Kirk) of Saint John; 13 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Resting at Fitzpatrick's Funeral Home, 100 Waterloo St., with visiting on Wednesday from 7 to 9. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John the Baptist Church on Thursday morning at 11:30. In lieu of flowers, Donations to the Alzheimer Society or Liberty Lane, Ridgewood, would be appreciated. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion will hold a Memorial Service at the funeral home on Wednesday evening at seven o'clock.
Huberte “Bertha” Brideau
BRIDEAU - the death of Huberte 'Bertha' Brideau formerly of Saint John and Pokemouche, widow of Joseph Avila Brideau, occurred at Villa Providence, Shediac, on Wednesday, November 30, 2005. Mrs. Brideau was born in St. Norbert, N.B., a daughter of the late Francois and Delina (Cormier) Maillet. She was pre - deceased by four sisters, Aurore Gagnon, Rita Belliveau, Sara Maillet, and Angele Langis; three brothers, Arthur, Aquila, and Cleophas Maillet; one son - in - law, Camille Brideau; and her beloved grandson, Don Brideau. She will be sadly missed by her children, Jeanne Brideau of Ste. Anne de Kent, Joanne (Stuart Bird) of Costa Rica, Lawrence of Notre Dame de Kent, and Irene Lyle Huestis of Moncton; 11 grandchildren; 8 great - grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Resting at Fitzpatrick's Funeral Home, 100 Waterloo St., Saint John, with visiting on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Friday morning at twelve o'clock. Interment will take place in St. Joseph's Cemetery.
Norman J. 'Sonny' Goguen
GOGUEN - the death of Norman J. 'Sonny' Goguen of 135 Prince Edward St., husband of the late Twila E. (Radespiel) Goguen, occurred unexpectedly at his residence on Tuesday, November 29, 2005. Mr. Goguen was born in Moncton, a son of the late Amanda Martin, and had resided the greater part of his life in Saint John, where he had been employed as a longshoreman until his retirement a number of years ago. He is survived by two step - daughters, Carolyn Greenlaw (Wayne Tyler) of Saint John, and Bonny Galey (Sidney) of Collina, N.B.; two step - brothers, Donald Gray of Alberta, and Allan Gray of Saint John; two step - sisters, Dorinne Bell (Willis) and Dianne Gillette (Ted), both of Saint John; five grandchildren, Sheldon and John Galey, Joshua Radespiel, and Sapphia and Consuelo Flores; three great - grandchildren, Little John, Ryan, and Curtis Galey; one uncle, Leo Martin; and one aunt, Edna Dow.
Cremation took place in Saint John.
Sister Margaret M. R. Kelly
The death of Sister Margaret M. R. Kelly (Sr. Rose) of St. Joseph’s Convent, 385 Dufferin Row, Saint John, occurred unexpectedly at the Saint John Regional Hospital on Friday, July 19, 2002. Sr. Kelly was born in Saint John, a daughter of the late William E. and Catherine E. (Higgins) Kelly.
Prior to entering the Sisters of Charity of the Immaculate Conception on September 8, 1955, Sister Margaret was employed at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Following her entrance to the congregation she continued to work at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Sister later acquired her teachers’ license and taught at St. Pius X School in Saint John, and at St. Patrick’s School in Digby. On her retirement to Saint John, she resided at St. Joseph’s Convent, Saint John West. Sister Margaret assisted in ministry activities for the Sisters of Ruth Ross Residence. Besides her parents, she was pre - deceased by an infant sister.
She is survived by one sister, Sister Catherine Kelly, S.C.I.C., of Rothesay; and two brothers, J. William Kelly (Kathleen Deering) of Rothesay, and Father Patrick Kelly, S.F.M., of the Philippines; three nephews, Michael Kelly (Anne) of Quispamsis, and Stephen Kelly (Mary Jane) and Patrick Kelly (Christine) both of Saint John; eight grandnieces and grandnephews; and several cousins.
Resting at St. Vincent’s Convent, 31 Cliff St., Saint John, with visiting on Monday from 7 to 9 and on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9. Solemn Vespers will take place on Tuesday evening at seven o’clock. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Wednesday morning at twelve o’clock. Interment will take place in the Sisters of Charity Plot in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.
M. Doris Griffith
The death of Mrs. M. Doris Griffith of 49 Abbott Ct., Fredericton, and formerly of Saint John, widow of M. Anthony Griffith, occurred unexpectedly at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital on Tuesday, August 6, 2002. Mrs. Griffith was born in Newcastle, a daughter of the late James B. and Mary L. (Keenan) Sullivan, and had resided the greater part of her life in Saint John. She was a graduate of St. Joseph’s Hospital School of Nursing and had practiced at various hospitals in the United States and Canada. She is survived by one brother, Ronald Sullivan (Pam) of Fredericton; three sisters, M. Elizabeth, Mrs. Fran Mauder of St. Albert, Alberta, K. Lenore, Mrs. Neil MacEachern of Dartmouth, and Maurita, Mrs. W. J. “Bud” Carvell of Fredericton; and several nieces and nephews.
Resting at Fitzpatrick’s Funeral Home, 100 Waterloo St., from where the funeral will be held on Friday morning at 9:30 to St. Rose de Lima Church for Mass of Christian Burial at ten o’clock. Following cremation, interment will take place in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Visiting on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9.
