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Annie P. Eisnor
1933-2010
Annie Pauline Eisnor - 77, of Lower New Cornwall, passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2010 at South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater.
Born in Middle New Cornwall, she was a daughter of the late Harold and Mae (Aulenback) Eisnor.
She is survived by her companion of 63 years, Lincoln Langille; daughters, Ravenna (Allan) Tufts, West Dublin; Celeste Langille (Blaine Wentzell), Middle New Cornwall; Nadine (Don) Barkhouse, Bridgewater; sons, Fenton Langille (Ferne Zinck), Dayspring; Jason (Michelle) Langille, Bridgewater; grandchildren, Marjorie Doucette, Kathy Selig, Steven Tufts; Rebekah Thompson, Fenton Thompson; Samantha Barkhouse, Adam Barkhouse; Lecrissa Langille; great-grandchildren, Megan Tufts, Allyssa Joudrey, Kyle Selig, Shay Lynn Selig, Joshua Doucette, Jacob Doucette, Natalie Tufts; Adain Dorey; Cassidy Billard; brother, Gordon Eisnor, Lower New Cornwall.
She was predeceased by infant son, Dagon; brothers, Floyd and Ralph.
No visiting by request. A graveside committal service will be held 3:00 p.m., Saturday, October 23, 2010 at the Old Blockhouse Cemetery in Blockhouse. Mr. Jim Woolner officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.
Arrangements entrusted to Mahone Funeral Home, Mahone Bay (902) 624-8241.
Paul Keddy
1933-2010
KEDDY, Paul L. A. - Clearland died peacefully at the age of 76 on September 30, 2010 at South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Mahone Bay he was a son of the late Paul and Althea (Hirtle) (Keddy) Zitto.
Paul was an active member of the Masonic Charity Lodge 69, Mahone Bay; Royal Canadian Legion Branch #49 Mahone Bay and Order of the Eastern Star Grace Chapter No. 8, Lunenburg. Paul worked for the Bank of Montreal for 17 years and retired after 28 years with Revenue Canada. Paul was an avid fisherman and hunter, he enjoyed smoking fish, gardening and spending quality time with his family and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Rosemarie (Pattingale) Keddy; daughters, Holly (Charles) Probert, Lantz; Nicole Keddy, New Minas; son, Paul Keddy, Kentville; grandchildren, Matthew, Charles Henry; Gregory, Katherine, Samantha; sister-in-law, Theresa Keddy, Auld’s Cove. He was predeceased by brothers, Wayne and John.
No visiting by family request. A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m., Friday, October 8 at Garden of Rest Cemetery, Blockhouse, (OLD BLOCKHOUSE CEMETERY site) Rev. Sherrolyn Riley officiating.
Family flowers only please. Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or Mahone Bay United Baptist Church.
Arrangements entrusted to Mahone Funeral Home, Mahone Bay (902) 624-8241.
Marjorie G. Carmichael
1915-2010
Marjorie G. Carmichael(Shupe),age 95, formerly of Martin's Point and of late, Lunenburg. It is with great sadness that the family announces the peaceful passing of Marjorie (Aunt Marge) on September 29, 2010 at Harbour View Haven, Lunenburg. Born in Martins Point, she was a daughter of the late Percy and Theresa Shupe.
She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Predeceased by her husband, Alexander (Mick), she spent her married years in Halifax, returning to her beloved Martins Point on her retirement. She had various employments in her lifetime, including Zellers and Hoyts Moving and Storage.
She is survived by her nieces and nephews: Doris Pinkham (Dartmouth), Robie Pinkham (PEI), Kathryn Craig (Dartmouth), Robie (Bob) Shupe, (Bridgewater), Alexis Pottie (Bedford), Terry Wamback (Petite Riviere), Donna Campbell (Barrie, Ont.) Edward Deshaies (Montreal), Lynette Deshaies (Montreal), Pam Faulkenham (Laconia) as well as many good friends.
She was a very personable lady and made friends wherever she went. She was a member of the Sewing Circle of St. Mark's Anglican Church in Martins Point. She loved to cook huge turkey dinners, winter or summer, for her family. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting and many people have received wonderful gifts of her handcrafts. She loved to have visitors at her home in Martins Point where she lived until the age of 93.
The family would like to thank the staff of Harbour View Haven for the care and love they extended to Aunt Marge.
Cremation has taken place. To respect her wishes, there will be no funeral service. A public committal of her ashes will be held at St. Martin's Cemetery, Martins River on Monday, October 4, 2010 at 1 p.m., Rev. Bonnie Baird officiating. A reception will follow at St. Martin's Anglican Church lower level.
For those who wish, donations may be made to Harbour View Haven Home for Special Care, Lunenburg or to a charity of your choice.
Arrangements entrusted to Mahone Funeral Home, Mahone Bay (902) 624-8241.
Aubrey R. Spidle
1921-2010
Aubrey Roy Spidle, age 89 of Mahone Bay, passed away peacefully at home, with his family by his side, on September 26, 2010.
Born in Mahone Bay, he was a son of the late Roy and Joy (Hyson) Spidle. He was a veteran of the Second World War. He served with the Cape Breton Highlanders and the First Special Service Force, serving in Canada, England, Italy, France, Holland, Belgium and Germany. He was wounded in action in 1944 in France. On November 26, 2007, he was awarded The Bronze Star from the United States Government for his service with the US-Canadian Special Forces unit, commonly called the Devil’s Brigade. He was a life member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 49, Mahone Bay, where he was Secretary for a number of years. Prior to his retirement he worked as Assistant Manager of the Nova Scotia Liquor Commission in Mahone Bay. He loved spending time with his family and staying at his cottage on Mush a Mush Lake. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.
He is survived by his loving wife, Rosalie (Veinotte); son, Darryl (Cindy), Liverpool; son, Wayne, Halifax; daughter, Cheryl (Kevin) Feindel, Blockhouse; daughter, Debra (Chris) Michael, Colorado; 8 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; his brother, Harold, Chester Basin.
No visitation by request of the family.
Aubrey was a member of the Mahone Bay United Baptist Church where the funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 1, 2010 with Rev. Sherrolyn Riley officiating. A reception for family and friends will follow in the church hall.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Royal Canadian Legion Br. No. 49 or Mahone Bay United Baptist Church, both of Mahone Bay.
Arrangements entrusted to Mahone Funeral Home, Mahone Bay (902) 624-8241.
Samantha Elizabeth Cruickshank
1986-2010
CRUICKSHANK, Samantha Elizabeth -23, Mahone Bay passed away July 17, 2010 in Mahone Bay. Born in Lunenburg, she was the daughter of Heather Cruickshank and Claude Jesso, Mahone Bay. Besides her parents, she is survived by sons, Colin and Colby Cruickshank; fiancé, Ryan Pike; brother, Johnny Cruickshank (Abbey), East Chezzetcook; half-sisters, Alicia MacKinnon, Dartmouth; Brittany Jesso, Summerside, PEI; maternal grandmother, Elizabeth Cruickshank, Mahone Bay; paternal grandmother, Isabelle Jesso, Ships Cove, NFLD. She was predeceased by her maternal grandfather, John Cruickshank; paternal grandfather, Richard Jesso. A Celebration of Life will be held 7 p.m., Thursday evening, July 22, 2010 in Mahone Funeral Home, 32 Parish St., Mahone Bay, Rev. James Haughn officiating. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to the Colin and Colby Trust Account, c/o Bank of Montreal, Mahone Bay; IWK Health Centre Foundation or SHAID Tree Animal Shelter. Arrangements entrusted to Mahone Funeral Home, Mahone Bay (902) 624-8241.
Blanch Margaret Rafuse
1916-2007
Blanch Margaret Rafuse -91, Western Shore, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, at South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater, on October 24, 2007. She was the loving wife of the late Lester Rafuse. Born January 30, 1916 in Gold River, Blanch was the daughter of the late Rueban and Hattie (Kaizer) (nee Hamm) Myra.
She will be remembered by family and friends for her spunky zest for life, sharp memory, loyalty to loved ones and love of family. Blanch will be loved and remembered by daughters, Marilyn (Everett) Sawler and Juanita (Terry) Pierce, all of Western Shore; foster daughter, Lila (Lloyd) Lantz, Dayspring; daughter-in-law, Rickey (Boutilier) Rafuse, Western Shore; grandchildren, Marsha Sawler, Kentville; Derek (Charlene) Sawler, Clarenville, Nfld.; Denise (Trevor) Forsyth, Alberton, P.E.I.; Scott (Charlene) Rafuse, Western Shore; Michelle Pierce, Liverpool; Melissa (Brian) Willman, Windsor Road; great-grandchildren, Luke and Claire Sawler, Nfld.; Tyson and Brandon Forsyth, P.E.I.; brother, Basil Myra, Gold River.
She was predeceased by her son, Ernest Rafuse; brother, Ernest Myra; sisters, Beulah Rafuse, Lois Brewer, Idella Mills; step-father, Joshua Kaizer; step-brothers, Henry and Byron Kaizer.
Visiting will be 7 - 9 p.m., Friday, October 26, 2007 in Mahone Funeral Home, Mahone Bay. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Saturday, October 27, 2007 in St. Mark's Anglican Church, Martin's Point, Rev. Bonnie Baird officiating. Burial will be in Western Shore Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Mark's Anglican Church or Western Shore and District Fire Department through Mahone Funeral Home (902) 624-8241
Kenneth G. "Ken" Petrie
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Kenneth George "ken" Petrie, of Mahone Bay, on March 29th 2016. Born in (Port Arthur) Thunder Bay, Ont., he was the son of George and Lily Petrie. He is survived by his wife, Nancy (Mader), Mahone Bay; sons Glen (Vickie), Coldbrook; Doug (Lise) and Corey, all of Bridgewater; daughter, Laurie (Bill), London, Ont.; former wife, Gail, Bridgewater; mother in law,Celia Mader (Mahone Bay) and his best pal, Zoey. He leaves behind a legacy of several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by son, Steven (Port Elgin, Ont.) and daughter, Donna (London, Ont.). Ken was immensely proud of his family and we in turn are proud of his many accomplishments, with love and admiration. Ken was a leader in the tourism industry, an avid hockey enthusiast and a lover of all sports.
Ken grew up in Port Arthur, Ontario and after graduating from High School was employed by Fairbanks Morse as a clerical clerk and quickly rose to the position of General Manager. Ken joined Lummus Canada as a purchasing agent and this took him to Labrador where he worked on the construction of a major heavy water plant. This became the stepping stone for Ken to join Comstock International where he went from Material Control Coordinator to Project Manager overseeing major construction projects in Eastern Canada.
This brought Ken to Nova Scotia where he embarked on yet another venture entering the hospitality and tourism industry of our province. Owning a local beverage room in the valley and then quickly becoming the owner and operator of the Bridgewater Motor Inn and the Oak Island Inn and Marina in Western Shore. Ken led by example, he was very involved with his staff ensuring guests received the best service possible and this certainly defined the word team for all of us. He served on the Executive of South Shore Tourism, Vice President of the Innkeepers Guild and was a two term President of the Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS). He proudly chaired several Seasell’s (marketing ventures into the US) and is a member of the TIANS Honour Role. He was a dedicated, passionate leader in the industry and mentor to many.
Ken also opened Discount Car and Truck Rental in the communities of Kentville, Bridgewater and Yarmouth. The Kentville operation is still managed today by son, Glen.
Outside of his career, hockey became his passion and he impacted the game on many levels. During his days in Ontario and Quebec he won several Western Ontario championships as coach and was president of two minor hockey associations. He coached and was GM of the Bridgewater Blues and Simmons Motor Olands Exports in the 1980’s /1990’s, and a board member of the Valley Wildcats. In recent years, Ken’s efforts secured a Junior A hockey franchise on the South Shore, The Lumberjacks. Ken loved being in the rink and talking hockey to his family and friends.
Ken was a man that lived life to its fullest, always up for a challenge and thrived on these opportunities. His positive outlook on life, strong work ethic and a sense of humour carried him through the peaks and valleys of life and he touched many with these virtues. Ken so enjoyed friend and family gatherings. It was a time full of laughter, stories and an opportunity to fire up the grill.
He loved being on the water boating, doggy beach time, golfing, fishing, cheering and supporting his family at sporting events and a full afternoon of television sports coverage.
Memorial donations in Ken's memory may be made to SHAID Tree Animal Shelter, SPCA, or Mahone Islands Conservation Association. Please come and share your memories of Ken with us during a visitation and reception at Mahone Funeral Home, 32 Parish St., Mahone Bay on Saturday April 9th from 2:00 to 4:00pm. Cremation has taken place. Special thanks to the staff of the Valley Regional Hospital and Dr. David Barss.
Charles G. Dorey
1948-2008
Charles Gary Dorey - 60, of Martin's River passed away September 28, 2008 at South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Martin's River, he was a son of the late Richard Dorey and Kathleen (Wamboldt) Hiltz.
Throughout his illness, he never complained but gave it a good fight. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, four-wheeling and spending time at his camp with the boys, his buddies. He was an honorary member of Martin's River Fire Department, having been a member for 25 years. Prior to retiring due to his health, he had worked at Collicutt's Building Supplies, Chester. He enjoyed the time he had with his six grandsons as well as family get-together's.
He is survived by his wife, Janette; daughters, Lou-Ann (Barry) Albert, Lunenburg; Crystal (Curtis) Myra, Chester; daughter-in-law, Samantha Barkhouse, Bridgewater; step-father, Clifford Hiltz, Mahone Bay; sisters, Dot Dolimont, Clearland; Doreen (Pat) Kendall, Western Shore; Celie Wentzell (Pat Gabriel), Chelsea; Linda (Jim) Barss, Lunenburg; brothers, Donald (Joan) Dorey; Leo (Melinda) Dorey, all of Martin's River; Barry (Maureen) Dorey, Indian Point; grandsons, Justin and Donovan Myra; Mason, Ethan and Tyler Albert; Adain Dorey; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by son, Richard Charles Dorey; sister, Norma Lantz; brothers, Louis Dorey; Keith Dorey.
Visiting will be 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, September 30, 2008 in Mahone Funeral Home, Mahone Bay. Memorial service will be held 2 p.m., Wednesday, October 1, 2008 in St. Martin's Anglican Church, Martin's River, Rev. Bonnie Baird officiating.
Family flower only please. Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, Nova Scotia Heart and Stroke Foundation or I.W.K. Health Centre Foundation.
Arrangements entrusted to Mahone Funeral Home (902) 624-8241
Margaret Bernice Fraser
Fraser, Margaret Bernice: 62, of Highland Drive, Antigonish, passed away suddenly, January 9, 2005, in St. Martha’s Regional Hospital.
Born in Antigonish, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Alice (Delaney) MacEachern of McAras Brook. Bernice worked for 29 years in food services at St. F.X. where she was active in union affairs.
She is survived by sisters, Josephine (John) MacEachern, Pleasant Valley, Mary Alice (Brian) Gammon, Hilda MacEachern, McAras Brook, Jeanette (Donald) Crooks, Antigonish, brothers Jerome (Mary) Maryvale, John (Marion) McAras Brook, Phillip (Bernadette), Ohio, Antigonish County, Clarence, North Grant, several nieces and nephews and her little companion Ducy. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her husband Stephen Fraser, infant brother, Andrew and brother Collie.
Visitation 2-4 and 7-9 Tuesday in MacIsaac Funeral Home, Pleasant Street, Antigonish.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 am Wednesday in St. Ninian’s Cathedral, Rev. Ray Huntley presiding. Burial at a later date in the parish cemetery.
Family flowers only, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
Monsignor Donald G. MacDonald
It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Right Reverend Donald Gerard MacDonald, Vicar General of the Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton, on January 10, 2005 at the age of seventy-five years.
Msgr. MacDonald was born in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, on September 18, 1929, the seventh in a family of eight children of Jennie (Chisholm) and Alex A. MacDonald, of Heatherton.
He attended local schools there and St. F. X University before entering St. Joseph’s Seminary in Edmonton in 1949. He was ordained on June 4, 1955 at St. Ninian’s Cathedral , Antigonish, by Bishop John R. MacDonald, for the Archdiocese of Edmonton.
In his nearly fifty years as a priest, he served as Pastor in various parishes throughout the Archdiocese, including Rector of St. Joseph’s Basilica from 1993-1998. Msgr. MacDonald was Rector of the St. Joseph’s Seminary from 1978-1985, and Chaplain at the University of Alberta Hospital from 1969-1974. He was named Prelate of Honor by Pope John Paul II in 1991, and became the Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Edmonton on April 27, 1998, a position which enabled him to share his wisdom with several of the Archdiocesan planning and consultative bodies such as the Board of Consultors, Council of Priests, Archdiocesan Pastoral Council, St. Joseph’s College Board, the Newman Theological College Board, Archdiocesan Finance Committee, among others. Although Msgr. MacDonald retired from full-time ministry in 2002, he continued to celebrate Mass on weekends in Parishes whenever needed, to respond to emergency calls, and as Vicar General.
He is survived by his sisters Katherine (Kaye) Fraser of Fraser’s Grant, Mary (Colin) Chisholm of Halifax; brothers John (Marcella) and Chisholm (Libby) both of Heatherton, N.S., his sister-in law, Florence MacDonald of Heatherton and brother-in-law, A.W. Chisholm, of Peterborough, Ontario, as well as cousins and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother Allan, sisters Anna (Tate), and Genevieve (Chisholm), and his brothers-in-law John D. Fraser and Jim Tate.
Following Vigil Service, presided by Archbishop J. N. MacNeil, and a Mass of Resurrection, presided by Archbishop Thomas Collins in Edmonton, the body will be transferred to MacIsaac Funeral Home in Antigonish, with viewing on Sunday from noon until 4:00 pm, when they will be transferred to Immaculate Conception Church in Heatherton for Vigil Service at 7pm, followed by viewing until 10:00 pm.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 am on Monday, January 17, celebrated by Bishop Raymond Lahey, co-celebrated by several priests of the diocese followed by burial in the parish cemetery.
