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Keith Broadbent
The death of Keith Broadbent, of Rothesay, NB, occurred on Sunday March 9, 2003 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born July 3, 1930 in Liverpool, England, he was the son of the late Eric and Margaret (Brimelow) Broadbent.
Keith enjoyed local involvement with many community organizations.
He is survived by his partner Vera Jeffery, brother Roger Broadbent of Broadbottom, Chester, sister Fay (Christopher) Ward of Harrogate, Yorkshire, England; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sister Rosamunde Meyer.
By Keith's request there will be no visitation. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held from Fundy Funeral Home Chapel, 230 Westmorland Road, Saint John (646-2424) on Wednesday March 12, 2003 at 2 p.m. Interment will take place at a later date. The family would appreciate donations made to the Canadian Red Cross Society.
Therese Marie Richard
Peacefully Mrs. Therese Marie (Theresa) Richard, loving wife of Rheal (Roy) Richard, of West Saint John, passed away with her family by her side on Saturday March 8, 2003 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born June 7, 1929 in St. Charles, NB she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Marie (Arsenault) Guimond.
Theresa had worked at the General Hospital, DVA Hospital and retired from Saint John Regional Hospital. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
She is survived by her husband Roy, her loving children Maurice (Valarie), Ross (Karen), Robert (Patricia Vautour), and Elaine (Walter) Wilcox all of Saint John; two brothers Norbert (Andrea) of Richibucto and Gerard (Huguette) of Sauver, PQ; three sisters Dorina Roussel of Calgary, Victoire (Alcide) Daigle of Richibucto and Therese (Herb) Shewbridge of Saint John. Her cherished grandchildren Vanessa, Devon, Ryan, Shyla, Luke and Robbie; several nieces and nephews also survive her. Three brothers Edoward, Theodore and Luc predeceased her.
Resting at Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road, Saint John, (646-2424), with visitation on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Following cremation, a memorial mass will be celebrated from St. Rose de Lima Church on Tuesday March 11, 2003 at 2 p.m. Interment will take place in Holy Cross Cemetery. The family would appreciate donations to the Children's Wish Foundation or to the charity of the donor's choice.
William Henry Dupuis
The death of William Henry Dupuis, husband of the late Theresa Vivian (O’Keeffe), of Saint John, occurred peacefully on Friday March 7, 2003 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born February 27, 1925 in Saint John he was the son of the late Harvey and Bertille (Sweeney) Dupuis.
Bill had worked as a sales manager for CNR for 40 years, and was a School Bus Driver for District 8 after his retirement. He had served in WWII, on the MEON Ship. He was a member of St. Joachim’s Church, and the Knights of Columbus. Bill enjoyed camping, travelling and spending time with family and friends.
He is survived by his loving daughters Linda Chisholm, Janice (Danny) Oram, both of Saint John and Sharon (Christopher) Correia of Rothesay; cherished grandchildren Jennifer, Jeremy, Jessica, Jared, Tara, Danielle, Kendra and Michael; one sister Mary Louise Kern of Saint John; and three nieces.
Resting at Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road, Saint John (646-2424), with visitation on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Joachim’s Church on Tuesday March 11, 2003 at 11 a.m. Interment will take place in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. The family would appreciate donations made to the St. Joachim’s Church Building Fund, NB Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the charity of donor’s choice.
Donald L. Mason
The death of Donald L. Mason occurred on Thursday March 6, 2003 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born April 22, 1924 in Saint John, he was the son of the late Frank H. and Mabel (Greenslade) Mason.
Survived by four sisters and two brothers, several nieces and nephews.
Cremation has taken place. Interment will take place at a later date in Ocean View Memorial Gardens. Arrangements have been entrusted to Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road, Saint John, (646-2424).
Robert Joseph Martell
Born as (Robert Arthur Walsh), age 68, with the same courage that carried him throughout his life, lost his fight with cancer at the Palliative Care Unit Saint John Regional Hospital on Thursday March 6, 2003. Bob's loving wife Shirley (Butland) Martell was by his side to the end. Bob Was predeceased by his infant son Robert Monte Martell, birth mother Margaret Walsh Clifford and birth brother Gerry Walsh.
Bob is survived by his children Dorothy Ann Martell (Deiter Pellman) of B.C.,, sons Monte Richard Martell, Edward Joseph Martell of Calgary, A.B., step children Donald Martin of Fredericton, Cindy Martin and David (Kim) Martin of Toronto, Ont., Michael (Shelly) Martin of Quispamsis, NB. Also Survived by three grandchildren; eight step grandchildren; and three step great grandchildren; and his only sister Peggy Clifford of Toronto, Ont.
His memory will also be cherished by the large number of nephews and nieces throughout the country. Bob was a long standing member of the Labour Union 1278 of NB and Union 506 of Ontario. Bob was also actively involved with the greater Toronto Hockey Minor League in his retirement years.
Following cremation, a Memorial Service will be held on Monday March 10, 2003 at 2 p.m. from the Renewed Hope Church of God, 1411 Loch Lomond Road, with a reception to follow. The family would appreciate donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road, Saint John (646-2424).
Donald Armstrong
The death of Mr. Donald Armstrong, of Saint John, husband of the late Muriel (Trifts) Armstrong, occurred on Wednesday March 5, 2003 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born April 1, 1925 in Kentville, NS he was the son of the late Walter and Mildred (Bent) Armstrong.
Donald worked as a broadcaster for CFBC for 16 years, and CHSJ/MITV for 30 years. He was a veteran of WWII as a Wireless Operator. Donald was very active in the community; he was a member of Reserve Army 8th Hussars, past President of the Hearing Handicapped Association, member of the St. Andrew's Society, 250 Air Force Association, and a volunteer at the Blood Services Centre. He was active in Scouts and Cubs, and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 64 Portland.
He is survived by two sons, Stephen of Tokyo, Japan, and Christopher Armstrong of Nagoya, Japan; two grandsons Kai and Ren; several nieces and nephews. By Donald's request there will be no visitation or funeral service.
Following cremation, interment will take place at a later date. The family would appreciate donations made to the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation. Arrangements have been entrusted to Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road, Saint John (646-2424).
Beatrice Adelaide Hoben
The death of Mrs. Beatrice Hoben (Price) of Kennebec Manor, wife of the late Roy Hoben occurred on March 4, 2003. She was the daughter of the late Peter E. Price and Helen N. (Allen).
She is survived by four daughters, Ethel (Alton) Dingee of Saint John, N.B., Muriel (Alton) Bugden of New Glasgow, N.S., Irene (Norm) MacDonald of Fredericton and Angela (Laurie) Cole of Saint John, N.B., eight grandchildren, George, Robert, Ann-Marie, Norma, Tim, Jill, Mark, Marty and 13 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by three brothers, Herbie, George, and Charlie, one sister Hazel Ferris.
Resting at Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road, Saint John (646-2424) with visitation on Wednesday 7-9 pm and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be held from Fundy Funeral Home “Chapel” on Friday March 7, 2003 at 11:00 am. Interment will be held in the spring.
Violet M. Collins
The death of Mrs. Violet M. Collins of the Kennebec Manor, wife of the late Lewin Collins. Born April 22, 1910 in Bathurst, NB she was the daughter of the late Charles and Tressa (Young) Boudrea.
She is survived by two sons George (Melba) of Moncton and Paul (Brenda) of Malagash, NS, 15 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, one great great grandchild, several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by son Vernon and 16 brothers and sisters.
Resting at Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road, Saint John (646-2424) with visitation on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Pius X Church on Thursday, March 6, 2003, at 1 PM. Interment will take place in St. Joseph's Cemetery.
Margaret Sharp
Peacefully, Mrs. Margaret Sharp (Cole), of Symthe Street, Saint John, wife of the late Cecil Sharp, passed away on Monday March 3, 2003 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born August 26, 1923 in Saint John she was the daughter of the late Francis and Leona (Bowser) Cole.
She had worked for Ed's Taxi and Star Taxi, Saint John and Concordia University in Montreal. Margaret was a member of Trinity Anglican Church and Seniors Seagulls Club of Market Square. She was an avid bowler and dart player.
She is survived by one son Henry Cole of Toronto, one brother Kenneth (Betty) Cole of Grand Bay-Westfield, one sister Helen (Ronald) Jones of Montreal, two grandsons Sterling Cole of Saint John and Jeff Cole of Toronto, a special niece Debbie England of Saint John, several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three sisters, Myrtle Moore, Edith Puller and Jean Bradix, and one brother Francis Cole.
Resting at Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road, Saint John, (646-2424), with visitation on Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held from Fundy Funeral Home "Chapel" on Friday March 7, 2003 at 1 p.m. Interment will take place in Fernhill Cemetery. The family would appreciate donations to the charity of the donor's choice.
