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Johnston, Edna Jean
It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Edna Jean (Weeks) Johnston, at the home of Randy and Melinda Johnston, in Moores Mills, N.B., on Jan. 13, 2009. Mommy joins her childhood sweetheart and husband of 57 years, Kenneth Milton Johnston, who died Dec. 8, 2007.
Born Feb. 22, 1931, her loving memory will live on in her seven children: daughters, Brenda Sansom (David), in Fredericton, N.B., Terry Dickerson (Bobby), St. Stephen, N.B., and Marlene Moore (Dean) in Penniac, N.B.; son, Marshall (Syreena), in New Germany, N.S., and triplet sons who all reside in Moore’s Mills, N.B., Robert (Pam), Randal (Melinda) and Rodney (Tanya).
Mommy is also survived by grandchildren: Teena, Tricia, Jami, Samantha, Timmy, Trevor, Kristan, Wesley and twins, Brandan and Brandi; and great-grandchildren, Hannah, Emma, Ethan, Madison, Logan, Jenna, Reese and Rylan.
Mommy lived her entire life in Charlotte County, having been raised in Old Ridge, where she met Daddy while tobogganing. The oldest girl in a family of seven children, she was predeceased by her adoring father, Burton, her mother, Myrtle, and her special older brother, Douglas.
She is survived by sisters, Louise Cleghorn (Kenny), Donna Libby (Stephen), Grace Cook (Kenny), and Doris Stewart (Roger); and brother, Kenny (Fran).
Mommy was the epitome of the saying, “ big surprises come in small packages.” She graduated from St. Stephen High School, where she enjoyed such nicknames as “Spark Plug, ” “Squirt” and “Pint Size”.
In the last chapter of her life, Mommy delighted in the new name of “Rocket”, given to her by her son, Randal. Jeannie never let her size discourage her from attempting any challenge or engaging any challenger. Her family often lovingly called her the “Little Banty Rooster”.
Mommy was born a natural mother, homemaker, seamstress, nurse, gardener and handy woman. A newlywed at 19, she moved to Moore’s Mills with Daddy’s grandparents, Willard and Mildred (Moore) Johnston, where she became chief cook and bottle washer. Within three years she had her first three children. During those early years, she quickly mobilized her many talents as she pumped water, chopped wood, stoked fires, gardened, canned vegetables, preserved fruits and pickles, and mastered a large and uncooperative wringer washer. Our home was most often graced by a long, carefully hung wash, where the largest sheets were first and the smallest socks last.
After the birth of the triplets, her excitement peaked when Buchanan Brothers’ truck arrived with three new highchairs and an automatic washer and dryer.
Christmas church pageants and school concerts would find her girls in carefully sewn matching dresses. Mommy could lug pails of berries and stack heavy boxes matching any man and outdoing many at the family-owned blueberry fields in Tower Hill.
At the family business, Causeway Motors in Oak Bay, Mommy operated the canteen, making world famous fried clams and lobster rolls, as well as acting as part-time service manager, accountant and gas pump attendant. As a young woman she most likely honed her waitress and cooking skills when she worked for Phil McCarroll at Phil’s Restaurant.
When the family purchased the Milltown Garage from long-time friend, Norman Holmes, Mommy continued her business duties, as well as managing an apartment building. She modeled a work ethic and illustrated that it is not the size or gender that determines your ability but your personal determination and will to succeed.
Even though osteoporosis and emphysema left this most capable woman bedridden, she would delight us with her wit, humour and dear sweet smile. She had a determined desire to spend her final days in Moore’s Mills, and that she did. Our family is forever indebted to, and blessed to have a dedicated and loving son, Randy, and his wonderful wife, Melinda, who, together with Mommy’s self-proclaimed guard dog, Champ, provided a most caring and loving home in Moore’s Mills.
We express our gratitude to Kindred Home Care and Pam Thibeault, Carolyn Fagan, Lori Greenier and Nancy Richard, for their loving care. Dr. Kay, the staff at Extra-Mural, Charlotte County Hospital and Hospice of Charlotte have provided immeasurable care and compassion. The support from family and friends will be remembered forever. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
The family will receive friends at The S.O. Mehan & Son Funeral Home Ltd., 23 Main Street, St. Stephen, N.B., on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009 from 12 - 2 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m.
Interment at Moores Mills Rural Cemetery.
Remembrances may be made to Hospice of Charlotte, Moores Mills Community Club at 8427 Route 3, Moores Mills, NB E5A 1Y1, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Gardner, Kathleen Agnes
KATHLEEN AGNES GARDNER
A prayer of thanksgiving is offered for the life and love of Kathleen Agnes Gardner (nee Whirty), of McAdam, N.B., who passed away Feb. 10, 2009 at the age of 93 years. Born in DeWolfe, N.B., on Jan. 19, 1916, only daughter of George and Bryna Whirty (nee Nesbitt).
Predeceased by her husband, Vincent Robert Gardner; infant sons, Wayne and Clayton, and brother, Ralph Whirty.
Left to cherish her life: son, Andrew (Brenda), and granddaughters, Bryna and Bailey, of Keswick Ridge, N.B.; daughter, Lynnette Murphy (Denis), of Mount Pearl, Nfld.; grandsons, Matthew Murphy, of Calgary, Alta., and Anthony Murphy, of Toronto, Ont. Also survived by brother, Allan Whirty (Annie), of Old Ridge, N.B., and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Lovingly remembered by dearest friend Alice Tracey (Terry), of McAdam, N.B.
Kathleen was a devoted member and Past Matron of York Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, McAdam; of Rebekkah Lodge, IODE, and the Daughters of the Nile, St. John Chapter.
Resting at Rockland Drive United Baptist Church, McAdam, N.B., with visitation Friday, Feb. 13 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
Eastern Star Service on Friday, Feb. 13, at 6:30 p.m.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009 at 2 p.m., with interment to follow at Rockland Cemetery.
Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made in Kathleen’s name to a charity of one’s choice.
Arrangements in care of The S.O. Mehan & Son Funeral Home Ltd., 23 Main Street, St. Stephen, N.B.
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Please hold her in your arms, Lord,
And treasure her with care,
Make up for all she suffered
And all she had to bear.
Please whisper in her ear, Lord,
In case she didn’t hear,
How much we truly loved her
And wish she was still near.
Allen, Esther Mae
At the Saint John Regional Hospital, Saint John, N.B., following a lengthy illness, on Feb. 10, 2009, Mrs. Esther Mae (Wilcox) Allen, wife of the late Mr. Anderson W. Allen, of Blacks Harbour, N.B. Born at Wood Island, Grand Manan, N.B., on April 5, 1920, she was a daughter of the late Lealand and Clara (Schofield) Wilcox.
A loving mother, grandmother and sister, she is survived by one son, William "Bill" (Barbara) Wilcox, of Utopia, N.B.; two daughters, Jane Allen, of Saint John, N.B., and Nellie R. Allen, of Halifax, N.S.; four grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Kathleen Wilcox, of St. George, N.B., Lydia Parker and Ella (Beverly) Cary, both of Grand Manan, N.B.; four brothers, Manson (Helen) Wilcox, of Port Maitland, N.S., Lester (Betty) Wilcox, of Pennfield, N.B., Walter (Alva) Wilcox, of Moncton, N.B., and Willis (Thelma) Wilcox, of Grand Manan, N.B.; special family friend, Donnie Munn, and her beloved home care worker, Anne Grant; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was predeceased by two sisters, Alta Ingersoll and Little Nellie Wilcox, and by two brothers, Hollis and Donald Wilcox.
In her earlier years, Esther worked for Connors Bros. as a sardine packer and was a long-time member of the Blacks Harbour Wesleyan Church, where she served on the Missionary Auxiliary and was a member of the choir. She loved quilting and doing crossword puzzles, and was an avid domino player.
Resting at the Blacks Harbour Wesleyan Church, Blacks Harbour, N.B., from where the service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009 at 2 p.m., with Rev. Bruce Cheney and Rev. Jeff Hoyt officiating.
The interment will be held at the Pennfield Rural Cemetery in the spring.
Visiting at the church on Thursday and Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
In Esther’s memory, donations to Lupus Canada, The Canadian Alzheimer Society or to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family.
Arrangements in the care of the St. George Funeral Home & Crematorium, 26 Portage Street, St. George, N.B.
McKeown, David “Fuzzy” Wallace
David “Fuzzy” Wallace McKeown, 57, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Feb. 13, 2009 in a Bangor hospital. David was born in St. Stephen, N.B., on Feb. 25, 1951, son of James and Dorothea (Craft) McKeown.
After graduating from Calais High School in 1969, David began his career in trucking. Most recently he drove for R.E.M. Transport. On May 18, 1974, he married Marie Dougherty in St. Stephen. David enjoyed driving truck, watching tv, computers, and traveling to Florida, especially Disney. His most memorable times were spent with his family.
On Oct. 24, 2008, he was predeceased by his father, James McKeown.
Surviving are his loving wife of over 34 years, Marie McKeown; two children, Niesje McKeown, of Baileyville, Me., and Michael McKeown, of Baileyville, Me., and companion, Jenn Johnson, of Calais, Me.; his mother, Dorothea McKeown, of Calais, Me.; two sisters, Dianne Graham and her husband, David, of Calais, Me., and Donna Barry and her husband, Fred, of Orrington, Me.; three brothers, Duane McKeown, of Phoenix, Ariz., Marvin McKeown and his wife, Terry, of Bath, Me., and Barry McKeown, of Phoenix, Ariz.; his mother-in-law, Mary Dougherty, of St. Stephen, N.B.; sister-in-law, Suzanne Daigle and her husband, Jeff, of St. Stephen, N.B.; brother-in-law, Raymond Dougherty and his wife, Sally, of Mayfield, N.B.; a special niece, Shaylee Santerre-Daigle of Baileyville, Me.; his best friend, Mike Cousins, of Cooper, Me.; many nieces, nephews and friends; and his canine companions, Shadow and Teddy; and two feline companions, Sugar and Fenway.
Services will be private. Burial will take place in the St. Stephen Rural Cemetery, St. Stephen, N.B.
Arrangements by Mays Funeral Home, Calais and Eastport.
Deveau, Theresa Mary
At the Saint John Regional Hospital, Saint John, N.B., on Feb. 13, 2009, Mrs. Theresa Mary (Comeau) Deveau, wife of Mr. Philipe J. Deveau, of Blacks Harbour, N.B. Born at Kent County, N.B., on May 22, 1944, she was a daughter of the late Livain and Anita (Chevarie) Comeau.
A loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, in addition to her husband, Philipe, she is survived by one daughter, Elizabeth Chevarie (Kevin Blanchard), of Blacks Harbour, N.B.; four sons: James Deveau (Barbara Kirk), of Bocabec, N.B., Timothy (Sherry) Deveau and Johnny Deveau, both of Blacks Harbour, N.B., and Francis (Tracey) Deveau, of St. George, N.B.; eight grandchildren: Joshua Lee, Jennifer Deveau, Tyler Deveau, Benjamin Deveau, Haylla Deveau, Michelle Deveau, Kyle McGlaughlin and Kameron Deveau; five brothers: Aurele Comeau, of Blacks Harbour, N.B., Zoel (Mary Ann) Comeau, Emery (Anne-Marie) Comeau and Roger (Denise) Comeau, all of Pennfield, N.B., and Joseph (Carol) Comeau, of Pocologan, N.B.; two sisters: Cecilia Chevarie, of St. Stephen, N.B., and Marguerite Cormier, of St. Charles, N.B.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Theresa was predeceased by one daughter, Betty Ann Deveau; one grandson, Devin McGlaughlin; and one brother, Isidore Comeau.
Theresa was a gifted musician who loved to play and sing and enjoyed writing her own songs. She loved collecting eagles and lighthouses and was an avid Elvis fan. She enjoyed nothing more then spending her quiet time home with her family and being in the company of friends.
By her request, there will be no visitation.
A memorial service was held at the Calvary Baptist Church, Blacks Harbour, N.B., on Monday, Feb. 16, 2009 at 2 p.m., with Rev. Bruce Alcorn officiating.
Interment will be held at the Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church Cemetery in the spring.
In Theresa’s memory, donations to the Charlotte County Cancer Society or to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family.
Arrangements in the care of the St. George Funeral Home & Crematorium, 26 Portage Street, St. George, N.B.
Sawyer, Dorothy “Dolly” Minnie
Dorothy “Dolly” Minnie Sawyer, 65, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009 at the Calais Regional Hospital, Calais, Me. Dolly was born in Newcastle, N.B., on June 26, 1943, daughter of the late Roy and Dorothy (Dunnett) Allison.
After attending the Newcastle, N.B. area schools, she went to the New Brunswick Bible Institute, where she met Richard “Dick” Sawyer, her beloved husband for the last 45 years. After their wedding on Nov. 16, 1963, they relocated to Charlotte, Me. Dolly started work as a housekeeper for the Treworgy family in Calais. She eventually worked in housekeeping at Barnard’s Nursing Home and Calais Regional Hospital until her retirement.
Dolly enjoyed reading, scrapbooking, knitting, raking blueberries and spending time with her family.
In addition to her parents, Dolly was predeceased by a brother, John, and two sisters, Betty and Mae.
Surviving are her loving husband, Dick Sawyer; her two daughters, Darlene Horne and her husband, Michael, of St. Stephen, N.B., and June Fry and her husband, David, of Rochester, Minn.; a sister, Kathleen Shaddick, of Derby, N.B.; four brothers, her twin, Roy Allison, and Raymond Allison, both of Derby, N.B., David Allison and his wife, Taffi, of Ontario, and Weldon Allison and his wife, Phyllis, of Trout Brook, N.B.; three grandchildren, Kaitlin, Joshua and Jared Fry, all of Minnesota; three step-grandchildren, Chris Horne and his wife, Veronic, of St. Stephen, N.B., Kate Horne, of Toronto, Ont., and Julie Horne, of Halifax, N.S.; her feline companion, Stanley; many nieces and nephews, and many dear friends.
Visiting hours will be held from 1-2 p.m. (U.S.) on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009 at Mays Funeral Home, 26 Church St., Calais, where a funeral service will begin at 2 p.m.
A spring burial will take place at Clarkside Cemetery in Pembroke, Me.
Donations in Dolly’s memory may be made to the St. Croix Country Club, P.O. Box 294, Calais, ME 04619.
Cooke, Glendon Gerald
After a lengthy illness, surrounded by his family at the Charlotte County Hospital, St. Stephen, N.B., on Feb. 22, 2009, Glendon Gerald Cooke, husband of the late Mrs. Marguerite (Wilcox) Cooke of Utopia, N.B. Born at Lake Utopia, N.B., on Aug. 21, 1930, he was a son of the late Norman and Lillian (Chambers) Cooke.
A loving father, grandfather and brother, Glendon is survived by two sons: Glendon W. Cooke and Gerry Cooke, both of Utopia, N.B.; three daughters: Donna Barrio, of L’Etang, N.B., Lisa (Tim) Carr, of Sydney, N.S., and Sheryl Tucker, of Rothesay, N.B.; 13 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; three sisters: Ivy Henry, of St. Stephen, N.B., Helen Frost, of Saint John, N.B., and Freda (Lawrence) Stewart, of Pennfield, N.B.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his parents and wife, Marguerite, Glendon was predeceased by three brothers and three sisters.
Prior to his retirement, Glendon worked for Irving Pulp and Paper at Utopia, N.B., for 20 years. He was an automotive enthusiast, and loved spending time with his family. He was a member of the St. George Seventh Day Adventist Church.
Resting at the St. George Funeral Home & Crematorium, 26 Portage Street, St. George, N.B., from where the service will be held from The Gary E. Waycott Memorial Chapel on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009 at 2 p.m., with Ken Corkum officiating.
The interment will take place at the St. George Rural Cemetery in the spring.
Visiting at the funeral home on Tuesday from 7–9 p.m., and on Wednesday from 2–4 and 7–9 p.m.
In Glendon’s memory, donations to Shriner’s Hospital for Sick Children, Charlotte County Transportation Fund, or to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family.
