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G. Eleanor Noiles
August 17, 1919 - October 21, 2004
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Campbell's Funeral Home
G. Eleanor Noiles of Amherst passed away on Thursday October 21, 2004 at Cumberland Regional Health Care Center, Upper Nappan. Born in Amherst she was a daughter of the late Archibald and Adelaide (Allaine) Foster. Eleanor retired from Indian Affairs after 20 years of service. She was a member of Border Belles in Amherst. Following retirement Eleanor and her husband Arnold spent 6 months of each year in Florida where they met many wonderful friends. Eleanor is survived by her husband Arnold, two daughters Carole (Milt) Roberts of New Port Richey, Florida; and Sandy (Keith) McAloney of Amherst; one sister Laurie (John) MacTaggart of Summerside P.E.I.; 5 grandchildren Jane, Holly, Chris, Brent and Kaitlin; 8 great grandchildren Ashley, Arien, Jared, Jordan, Gracie, Brittany, Gillian and Robyn; one great great granddaughter Mataya; two nephews John and Terry. No visitation by request. A celebration of Eleanor's life will be held on Sunday October 24, 2004 at 2 p.m. at Campbell's Funeral Home 98 Church St., Amherst (667-9906) with Rev. Byron Corkum officiating. In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to the Palliative Care Unit of Cumberland Regional Health Care Center or LA Animal Shelter.
Doris Jean Harrison
April 12, 1931 - October 09, 2004
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Campbell's Funeral Home
Doris Jean Harrison age 73 of Amherst passed away on Saturday October 9, 2004 at Cumberland Regional Health Care Center, Upper Nappan. Born in Amherst she was a daughter of the late Harold and Tina (Moore) Gillis. Doris was a wonderful homemaker and a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by three daughters Judy (Donald) Griffiths and Bev (Kevin) LeBlanc both of Amherst and Marie (Ralph) Flemming of Truro N.S.; six sons David (Jean), Bruce (Bev), Peter (Esther), and Larry (Roberta) all of Amherst Joe (Molly) of Tidnish, and Tim (Terrilynn) of Barrie ON. one sister Marie (Bill) Elduayen; 12 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Doris was predeceased by her husband Dara, three brothers Ron, Arnold and Joe. One sister Marguerite Richards There will be no visitation or public funeral service by the request of the family. A private graveside service was held in the Amherst Cemetery. Donations in Doris’s memory may be made to the Immanuel United Church, Amherst or Palliative Care Unit. Arrangements entrusted to Campbell’s Funeral Home, 98 Church St., Amherst (667-9906)
Webb DeWolfe MacDonald
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Webb DeWolfe MacDonald of Amherst passed away on Monday October 11, 2004 at Cumberland Regional Health Care Center, Upper Nappan. Born in Chignecto Mines, N.S. he was a son of the late Renford and Eva (Burns) MacDonald. He loved sports especially hockey, baseball, softball and swimming. Webb received many trophies for his skills in softball and horseshoes. He also enjoyed playing guitar and singing. Webb was an employee for many years at Nova Scotia Power. He was a veteran of WW II who served overseas and received medals for his bravery. He was lance Corporal with North Nova Scotia Highlanders. Webb was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Webb is survived by his wife the former Daisy Jardine; one daughter Rosella MacDonald at home; one son Eric (Bernadette) MacDonald of Amherst; two sisters Faye Ripley of Pugwash and Laura McKenzie of New Waterford N.S.; former daughter in law Linda (MacDonald) Porter of Moncton N.B.; four grandchildren Tanya, Jason, Melissa and Nicole; three great grandchildren Allison, Marshall and Serena; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Webb was predeceased by one son Dennis and several sisters and brothers. There will be no visitation or funeral service by the request of the family. A public graveside service will be held on Friday October 15, 2004 at 3 p.m. in the Fenwick Cemetery with Rev. Raymond Fancy officiating. Donations in Webb's memory may be made to the Diabetic Association or donor's choice. Arrangements entrusted to Campbell's Funeral Home 98 Church St., Amherst. (667-9906)
Mel Joseph LeBlanc
September 07, 1926 - August 04, 2004
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Mel Joseph LeBlanc age 77 of Amherst passed away on Wednesday August 4, 2004 at Cumberland Regional Health Care Center, Upper Nappan. Born in Middle Sackville N.B., he was a son of the late Thomas and Alice (Burke) LeBlanc. Mel worked for Amherst Aerospace Limited for 34 years and retired in 1991 as Production Planer and Estimator. Mel was a 3rd and 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Saint Vincent de Paul and a past member of the United Steel Workers of America. He enjoyed bowling, playing cards especially Cribb and Auction 45. Mel is survived by his loving wife the former Geraldine (Gerry) LeBlanc; one daughter Susan (Gordon) Bailey of Halifax N.S.; one son Larry LeBlanc of Amherst; five sisters Lena (Irving) Colburn, Doris MacDonald, Kay (Leon) Pugsley, Dorilla (Robert) Dunlap all of Amherst and Mary (John) Comeau of Church Point N.S.; three brothers Robert, Henry “Hank” (Ruth) both of Amherst and Peter (Marina) of Westville N.S.; one grandson Matthew Bailey; many nieces and nephews. Mel was predeceased by two sisters Edna Belliveau and Alice Melanson. His remains are resting in Campbell’s Funeral Home 98 Church St., Amherst (667-9906) with visiting on Friday August 6, 2004 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with parish prayers at 8 p.m. Funeral mass will be held on Saturday August 7, 2004 at 10 a.m. from St. Charles Roman Catholic Church with Father Vernon Driscoll officiating. Interment will take place in the St. Charles-Nativity Cemetery. Donations in Mel’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or donor’s choice.
Mr. Helmer Hutchinson
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Campbell's Funeral Home
Helmer Byron Hutchinson age 88, of Amherst, passed away at home on August 2, 2004. Born in Amherst, he was a son of the late John Thomas and Mary (McKinley) Hutchinson. After graduating from Nova Scotia Normal College he earned his BA and B. Ed from Mount Allison University and completed the program in Education Administration at the University of New Brunswick. Helmer taught for 42 years and forty -nine days in the schools of Nova Scotia; of these 37 years were in Amherst. He enjoyed working with his students and was an enthusiastic supporter of their activities. Helmer was a member of Trinity St. Stephen's United Church, Amherst and served on the Board of Trustees for over 30 years. He was active in the community through his involvement in the Canadian Cancer Society, Canadian Red Cross, VON and served on the Board of Directors of Highland View Regional Hospital. Helmer was a Life Member of the Amherst Rotary Club and in 1987 received their distinguished service award. He is survived by his daughter Heather (Ian) Bourne of Calgary, Alberta and his son Peter Hutchinson of Halifax, two grandchildren Ann of Toronto and Steven of Seattle, Washington, three nieces Holly, Charlotte and Anne Hutchinson and two nephews John and William Hutchinson. Helmer was predeceased by his wife the former Inez Amberman and two brothers Graham and Douglas. Cremation has taken place. His family will receive visitors at Campbell's Funeral Home, 98 Church St., Amherst on Saturday, August 28, 2004 from 2-4 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Sunday, August 29, 2004 at 2 p.m. from Trinity St. Stephen's United Church, Amherst with Rev. Patti Blundell officiating. Interment will take place in the Amherst Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to the Canadian Red Cross Society, the VON or the charity of your choice.
Eileen Adelaide McNair
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Campbell's Funeral Home
Eileen Adelaide McNair of Amherst passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday July 30, 2004 at Cumberland Regional Health Care Center, Upper Nappan. Born in Upper Cape, N.B. she was a daughter of the late Claude and Vesta (Johnson) Raworth. Eileen was a homemaker and among her many hobbies enjoyed making quilts for her family. She was a caring Mother and a loving grandmother to Angela and Megan. She attended Trinity St. Stephen's United Church and belonged to unit 5 of the U.C.W. She is survived by two daughters Sharon (Dennis) Robertson of Moncton N.B.; and Deborah (Debbie) MacNair of Gloucester Ont.; two sisters Muriel Trenholm of Moncton N.B., and Sandra (Allan) Jones of Riverview N.B., two granddaughters Angela and Megan; several nieces and nephews; special friends Evelyn Smith and Christine Bird. She was predeceased by her husband John; two sisters Betty Whittle and Joan Smith. Cremation has taken place. Family will receive visitors on Tuesday August 3, 2004 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Campbell's Funeral Home 98 Church St, Amherst (667-9906) Funeral Service on Wednesday August 4, 2004 at 2 p.m. in Campbell's Chapel with Rev. Patti Blundell officiating. Reception to follow in the funeral home. Internment will take place in the Fernwood Cemetery, Port Elgin N.B. Donations in Eileen's memory may be made to charity of donor's choice.
Laurien Gertrude Long
September 15, 1912 - July 31, 2004
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Laurien Gertrude Long age 91 of Gables Lodge, Amherst died on Saturday July 31, 2004 at Gables Lodge. Born in Trenton, Pictou County, she was a daughter of the late Alec and Maude (Rhindress) Schurman. Laurien moved to New Glasgow at an early age where she lived for many years. She and her husband moved to Oxford in the mid 1940’s and later Amherst. She was a member of the United Church in New Glasgow. Laurien and George played for old time dances in Oxford. Music was an important part in their lives. Laurien is survived by one son Robert (Frederica) Long of Moncton N.B.; two sisters Jean Carr of Amherst, Ina MacDonald of Trenton N.S.; one brother Walter (Ruby) Schurman of Baltimore Md. U.S.A.; three grandchildren Robert, James and Kimberley, four great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband George, two sisters Florence Greene and Mildred Fraser and one brother Hilbert Schurman. A graveside service will take place on Monday August 2, 2004 at 10 a.m. in the Pine Grove Cemetery, Oxford with Rev. Patti Blundell officiating. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Campbell’s Funeral Home 98 Church St., Amherst (667-9906) Donations in her memory may be made to the LA Animal Shelter.
James Raymond C. Kellegrew
September 14, 1910 - July 30, 2004
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Campbell's Funeral Home
James Raymond C. Kellegrew age 93, of Amherst passed away Friday, July 30, 2004 at Cumberland Regional Health Care Center, Upper Nappan, N.S. Born in Newfoundland, he was a son of the late John C. and Mary (Cram) Kellegrew. Jim served overseas during World War II. He worked at the Amherst Post Office for 35 years. Jim taught Sunday School at Immanuel United Church, Amherst for 35 years. He was an active member of Trinity St. Stephen's United Church, Amherst and was active in the Amherst Y's Mens Club. Jim was past member of the Knights of Pythias. He was very devoted to his family and friends. Jim is survived by his wife of 58 years, the former Vera Carter, brothers Grenfell Kellegrewof New Glasgow, Rhodes (Audrey) Kellegrew of Amherst and John (Pauline) Kellegrew of Brookdale, N.S., sister Olive Long of Amherst and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by sisters Joanna Halliday, Marie Lessard and Ruby Kellegrew. There will be no visitation. Funeral service will be held on Monday, August 2, 2004 at 2 p.m. from Trinity St. Stephen's United Church, Amherst. Interment will take place in the Amherst Cemetery. Donations in Jim's memory may be made to the Trinity St. Stephen's United Church, Amherst or the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Campbell's Funeral Home, Amherst (667-9906)
