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Sheldon Glenwood McGRATH
June 28, 1919 - November 3, 2007
Sheldon Glenwood McGrath passed away unexpectedly at his residence, in Quispamsis, on Saturday, November 3, 2007.
He was the son of the late Warren and Adeline McGrath and the loving husband of 58 years to Elva (Chetley) McGrath.
Growing up, he enjoyed the guitar and the mouth organ.
Sheldon was employed for many years with C.N. and C.P. He was a Quarter Master on the Princess Helene and Princess Acadia, retiring in July of 1981 after 35 years of service.
He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Besides his wife, he is survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his brother, Tom McGrath.
Resting at Castle Funeral Homes, “Fallsview Chapel”, 309 Lancaster Ave. visitation will take place on Tuesday, November 6, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. from Castle Funeral Home, “Fallsview Chapel”.
Interment will follow at Cedar Hill Ext. Cemetery.
Donations, in memory of Sheldon, may be made to: A charity of the donor’s choice.
Sandra Marie FERGUSON
January 5, 1947 - November 6, 2007
Sandra Marie (Doyle) Ferguson, passed away unexpectedly at the Saint John Regional Hospital on Tuesday, November 6, 2007.
Born in Lancaster on January 5, 1947, she was the daughter of the late William Joseph and Alice (Mullin) Doyle.
She was a gifted seamstress, quilter, rug hooker, and artisan. A Frenchy shopper extraordinaire.
She will be sadly missed by her husband, Bryant Ferguson (Humper); 2 sons, Paul and Scott (Ferg); 1 sister, Darlene (Bob) Babineau; 2 nieces, Michelle Babineau, Joanne (Sean) Dempster and their children, Lauren and Jacob; 2 nephews, Bobby (Candace) Babineau, and their children, Cortlyne and Taryn; and Patrick Doyle.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Darby Doyle.
Resting at Castle Funeral Homes, "Fallsview Chapel", 309 Lancaster Ave., visitation will take place on Friday, November 9, 2007 from 2-9 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, November 10, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. from Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church.
Donations, in memory of Sandra, may be made to: The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation.
Mr. Aurele P. Collette
March 15, 1928 - November 6, 2007
Collette, Aurele P. of Moncton passed away peacefully at the Dr. George L. Dumont Hospital on Tuesday November 6, 2007. Born in Bouctouche, son of the late Arthur and Marie (Mallet) Collette. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, an avid bowler and enjoyed hockey. Aurele will be sadly missed by his wife, Leona of 56 years, a son, Robert (Louise) of Grande Gigue, four daughters; Joanne (Azor) Johnson of Moncton, Gisele (Ron) Arseneau of Shad Bay NS, Denise (Tom) Spencer of Moncton and Monique Collette of Moncton and step daughter, Dian (Edouard) LeBlanc. Aurele is also survived by 12 grandchildren; Dawn, Ken, Julie, Christopher, Stephanie, Shanon, Ashley, Farrah. Brittany, Danica, Janik, Michael, one great grandchild, Isabella, a sister, Viola Parson and a brother, Albert Collette both of Moncton as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Aurele was predeceased by his sister Mabel Cormier and his brother Gerald Collette. Resting at Fair Haven Funeral Home, 1177 Salisbury Road, Moncton, with visitation on Thursday November 8, 2007 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday November 9, 2007 from Notre Dame de Grace Church at 11 a.m. followed by a reception from the church hall. Remembrances in memory of Aurele may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society. Aurele's first love was his wife and children and he will be greatly missed by all.
Charles Gordon WILSON
December 22, 1941 - November 4, 2007
Charles Gordon Wilson, passed away unexpectedly at Chapel Grove, Kingston, Peninsula, N.B. on November 4, 2007.
Born in Saint John on December 22, 1941, he was the son of the late James Wilson.
He is survived by his spouse Linda Batt-LeBlanc. Mr. Wilson is also survived by his children: Jean-Claude (Debbie) Gautreau, Robin (Greg Condon) Wilson, and Chris (Tina) Wilson, and his step-children: Josh LeBlanc and Cheyenne LeBlanc, as well as his sister Pat (Wayne) Titus and his grandchildren: Ethan, Luke, Kenzie, Kaitlyn, Kristin, Julien, and Lauren.
He recently retired from the Port of Saint John and was a long standing member of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA Local 273).
Charles spent most of his spare time at his second home, during the past 61 years on Long Island, N.B.
Resting at Castle "Fallsview " Funeral Home, 309 Lancaster Avenue, Saint John. The Funeral service will be held from “Fallsview Chapel” on Friday. November 9, 2007 at 11 a.m.
Visiting at Castle “Fallsview” on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. and Thursday from 2-4, 7-9 p.m.
Following the service, a time of fellowship will take place at the Fallsview Family Reception Centre.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Charles to: The NB Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Mrs. Elizabeth "Betty" Ann FOX
December 3, 1932 - November 7, 2007
Elizabeth “Betty” Ann Fox, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Saint John, on Wednesday, November 7, 2007.
Born on December 3, 1932, in Montreal, Quebec, she was the daughter of the late Herbert Aaron and Helen Augusta (Wilson) Fleet.
Betty and Wes lived in Toronto for 12 years where she worked for the Elaine Plaza Smoke Shop. Upon returning to Saint John, she retired from Saint John Regional Hospital after 17 years of service. She enjoyed spending her time knitting mittens and hats for Romero House, as well as playing Bingo and watching Stan play Hockey as a young fellow. Betty was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.
Betty leaves behind one son, Stan Gaudet (Maureen), Milford; grandson, Josh Gaudet; granddaughters, Karen and Corie Fox; great granddaughter, Courtney O’Brien; son–in–law, Steve Fox, Milford; and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by, husband, Wesley Fox; daughter, Linda Fox; brothers, Herb and Bill Fleet.
Visitation will take place 2–4 and 7–9 p.m. Friday in Castle Funeral Home “ Fallsview Chapel”, 309 Lancaster Ave., Saint John.
Graveside service will take place 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at Cedar Hill Ext.
Donations may be made to: Romero House or charity of one’s choice.
Mrs. Eleanor McDonald
January 12, 1930 - November 6, 2007
Shediac, NB - Eleanor McDonald, wife of the late Roy McDonald, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November the 6th, 2007. Eleanor will be missed by her daughters; Barbara McDonald, Joan (Dan) Horner, and son Ronald McDonald, three grandchildren; Christopher McDonald, Layne McDonald and Michelle (Gerry) Rutledge; 2 great- grandchildren; Jakob and Benjamin Rutledge and several nieces and nephews. The last surviving member of her immediate family, Eleanor was predeceased by her parents, Aubin and Bernette Leblanc of Dieppe, brothers Alonzo, Gerald, Victor and sisters Antoinette and Adrienne. As per her wishes there will be no viewing or services. Fair Haven Funeral Home 1177 Salisbury Road in care of arrangements.
