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Sylvia Fowles
1927-2008
Sylvia Fowles died on September 18th, 2008.
Sylvia was born in England in 1927 and came to St. Andrew’s, NB, in 1940, as a war evacuee. Although she returned to England after the war, her heart was still in Canada. She moved back to Canada from 1948-1951 and finally came back to stay in 1957.
Sylvia is survived by her husband John, son Noel, daughter-in-law Carol, grandchildren Kathryn and Autumn and numerous relatives in England.
At this time we wish to express our appreciation to the following people for the kindness, comfort and assistance extended to Sylvia and family during her illness: The Dean, Staff and members of Christ Church Cathedral; The staff of Fredericton Co-op on the Vanier Highway; many good friends and neighbors; the nurses and staff at the Everett Chalmers Hospital; the Extra Mural nurses and other visiting members of that department.
Sylvia loved the theatre, music and dance. In an increasingly fast paced world, she always had time to “have a chat” and was a caring listener.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Tamar Elizabeth Olive Gogol
1989-2008
The passing of Tamar E. O. Gogol of Tracy Mills, NB occurred on September 15, 2008. Born in Fredericton, she is survived by her parents David and Eileen (McClellan) Gogol; brother Victor Gogol; sister Brennan Gogol; grandmother Lucille Etter; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her grandparents Ralph and Audrey McClellan, grandfather Art Etter.
A private graveside service will be held.
Lee Albert Harvey Mills
1923-2008
Lee Albert Harvey Mills, Waasis, departed this life for a better place, on October 6, 2008, at the Oromocto Public Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family. He leaves behind his own true love of 58 years, Isabel (Agnew); his only daughter, Eva Nash, Traceyville; his sons, Nelson, Fort MacMurray, Alberta; Allison (at home); Carman (Marylynn), Robin (Shianne) and Steven (Shannon), all of Rusagonis. He is also survived by his much loved grandchildren: Heather Nash; Jody Claus; Sonya Player (Gyula Kajari); Jennifer Claus (Brad Jackson); Jason Mills, Victoria Mills, Amber Wilson (Kelvin); Ben Mills; Celeste Mills; Aaron Mills; Adam Mills; Joshua Mills; Jerrica Mills; Abigail Mills; Rebecca Mills and Marissa Mills; great-grandchildren Sasha, Brittany, Billy, Mitchell, Kaylyn, Carter, Ava, Emma and Samantha, and nieces Judy and Heather. He was predeceased by parents, Albert and Emma (Astley) Mills; sisters Selena Charters, Lois Truswell, and Edna Mills, and his infant great-granddaughter, Aleshia Claus.
Lee was a good and faithful servant who worked hard all his life. He was faithful to his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, and to his church, where, throughout the years, he exhorted and encouraged others with his teachings, stories and songs. He was a true storyteller and prolific writer. His philosophical voice was often one of metaphor and allegory. His poems and short stories for children were published in local newspapers. His first book of poetry, The Wake of Silence, was published in 1967. A second book, Brush Fire Embers, was released in 1985. He was first dubbed THE BARD OF OROMOCTO by the late Jim Coulter who often read his poems on radio.
Lee was born in Haneytown, March 23, 1923, and lived most of his life, except for a brief time in Juniper Station, in the Oromocto area. He worked for many years for Oromocto Property Developments. He was a member of the Army Reserves during World War 11 and worked at Base Gagetown when it was being built in the early 1950s.
Lee’s endearing sense of humor and whimsy was evident even in his final days. He loved to entertain children and would make up characters changing his voice for each one. He also loved to photograph people and scenes from nature and was rarely without a camera.
In his younger years, he loved to fish, play his harmonica, Jews harp and guitar, and challenge someone to a good game of Scrabble. In his later years, playing with his cat, Charlie 111, as he and his own true love listened to gospel music or a preaching tape, was one of his favorite pastimes.
THE BARD OF OROMOCTO will be missed but his words live on.
Lee’s remains will be resting in his home church, Works of Faith Assembly, 965 Route 655 Hwy (Old Waasis Road off the Nevers Road). Visitation will take place, Wednesday, October 8 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 9 at 2 pm with Rev. Ivan Carr, Lee’s friend and pastor, officiating, assisted by son Carman. Interment will follow at Rusagonis Station Cemetery, Sunpoke Road.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Bishop’s Funeral Home.
THE BARD OF OROMOCTO has laid down his pen.
There was a strength within his blood and bone
As though the passing years would mark him less
Than others of his breed. Like granite stone
Amid soft shale, he weathered storm and stress.
Time carved few furrows in his patient face.
We dared to dream such strength was permanent.
A tempest tore a tall tree from its place
And left an empty hill-top … thus he went.
“The Great Man” from Brush Fire Embers by Lee Mills (1985)
Ronald Reid Murphy
1927-2008
At the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital on Saturday, September 13, 2008, Ronald Reid Murphy passed away at the age of 80. Born in St. John NB, he was the son of the late William & Elvina Murphy.
He is survived by his wife Ludivine (Durelle) three sons Michael (Solange) Gary (Lisa), Richard (Christine), grandchildren Jason, Ronnie, Ashley, Jonathan, Jeffrey, Amanda and two sisters Constance Steeves and Helen Smith (Earl). Also predeceased by granddaughter, Jennifer, and two sisters Dorothy Hansen and Marjorie Wilson.
He served with the first Battalion PPCLI during the Korean War, employed with DND-CFB Gagetown until retirement, and was a member of IOOF Lodge and past Noble Grand.
The family will receive friends at Bishop’s Funeral Home 540 Woodstock Road Fredericton on Monday September 15th from 3:30 to 5pm & 7-9 PM, & then again on Tuesday from 11 am to 12 noon. A funeral service will be held at the Holy Family Catholic Church on the Hanwell Road Fredericton on Tuesday, September 16th at 2 Pm with father Jack Dolan officiating. Interment will follow in the Hermitage Cemetery. For those who wish, donations can be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Edna Mae Chapman
1927-2008
Edna Mae Chapman, beloved wife of Leslie Chapman, passed away quietly on September 19, 2008 in Fredericton at the age of 81.
Born in Montreal on January 13, 1927, Edna was the daughter of the late William and Hannah (Handforth) Duckworth. A long-time resident of Bathhurst, Edna was a member of St. Georges Anglican Church and Past Regent of the Gloucester Chapter of the IODE. She loved gardening and cooking, accomplished at needlework and enjoyed watching her grandsons grow.
Edna is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Leslie; her devoted daughter Barbara Milner (Marc) of Fredericton; grandsons Matthew of Hamilton, Ont. and William (Jen) of Fredericton; sisters Norma Dillon of Montreal, Hannah McAuley (Mac) of Morrisburg, Ont. and Willa Hawker of Toronto; brothers Russell Duckworth (Bev) of Mississauga, Ont., John and Stanley Duckworth both of Montreal. She was predeceased by her son William “Billie” Chapman and her brother William Duckworth.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2008 at 2:00 PM at Christ Church Cathedral, Fredericton. Canon Neville Cheeseman will officiate. Internment to follow later in the Westcock Cemetery, Sackville, NB. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that those who wish to honor Edna’s memory make a donation in her name to a charity of their choice.
Catherine E. Gibson
1943-2008
At the Dr. Chalmers Regional Hospital on October 3, 2008, Catherine E. Gibson age 65 of Fredericton, NB passed away peacefully. Born in Pleasant Villa, NB, she was the daughter of the late William and Marion (Lacy) McAllan.
Catherine was a member of the Christ Church Parish Church, Westmorland Street, as well as the Craft Club at the church. She also was a member of the Fredericton Nature Club, Ladies Auxiliary Branch #4 Royal Canadian Legion. She retired from the Province of NB after 37 years as a Data Entry Clerk. An avid gardener her love for flowers and plants could be seen both inside and outside at her home. A strong supporter of her husband Don’s bird watching, Catherine enjoyed researching her family history and sharing information with her relatives. She loved to travel enjoying her trips to Scotland where her father was originally from, but will be best remembered for her kind and loving nature to everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Survived by her husband Donald Gibson; brother William (Cassie) and family of Pleasant Villa, NB; mother in law Margaret Gibson of Fredericton; as well as many aunts and cousins; godchildren Kristina and Michael; dog Brady and cat Muffin. Visitation will take place on Monday and Tuesday October 6 & 7, 2008 at Bishop’s Funeral Home 540 Woodstock Road, from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. A private funeral service will be held with Rev. Anthony Kwaw and Archdeacon John Sharpe officiating. Internment will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the SPCA or a charity of the donor’s choice.
