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EILEEN DUNN - The love of a Mother forever lives In our hearts!
The death occurred peacefully at Beach Grove Home, on the evening of June 29, 1998 of Eileen Teresa (O'Brien) Dunn of Morell, P.E. Eileen was born December 14, 1916, the second eldest of 11 children Francis and Emma O'Brien of Windon/Green Meadows, Morell, P.E.I.
After her elementary education at Sinnott's Road School, she attended Prince of Wales College obtaining her teacher's license. Eileen taught for 6 years at Five Houses before her marriage and returned I teaching at Morell Consolidated from 1964-78.
Eileen married Frank Dunn on May 26, 1942 and together they had family of 11 - Ken, Morell; Sr. Gemma, Tracadie; Cletus, Alberton; Collette Hatton, Marie; Andrea McCarthy, Bristol; Patrice MacDonald, Blooming Point; Helene Moore, Cornwall; Francie MacDougall, Grand River. She is predeceased by 3 children - Mary Angela, aged 2, 1946; Catherine Bernadette, infant, 1946; Joseph, infant, 1949; and her husband Frank, 1989.
Eileen is survived by her sisters Marie Thompson, Sherwood; Lea Hogan, Morell East; and her brothers Martin, Ontario; Louis, Nfld; John (Joe), Ontario; Junior Francis, Green Meadows; a special sister-in-law Marion Bickford, Boston; 42 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Eileen will always be remembered for her dedication to her family ~ her fidelity to her church, her contribution to the community, and her involvement in education, Women's Institute, CWL, Girl Guides, parish catechetics, children's square dancing, and the Senior Citizen's Club. She delighted in a game of 45, enjoyed "eating out", and was known for her hospitality towards all who came into her home.
To her family, Eileen was the heart of our home, a great baker an organizer of chores, and a supporter of her husband and children's activities. Her family always came first in her life and she was always there for us. She was humble, charitable. and caring as a mother, grandmother, foster mom, teacher, and neighbour. We treasure her love, and the support and encouragement she provided us over the years. It is her legacy to us!
Her funeral, directed by North Shore Funeral Co-op, was held July 2, 1998 in Little Flower Church, Morell where Mass was celebrated by Rev. Doug MacDonald, for whose ministry we are most grateful. Interment in St. Theresa of Little Flower Cemetery, Morell.
Ken, Gemma, Cletus, Colette, Andrea, Patrice, Helene, Francie and families.
FREDERICK VICTOR MACMILLAN - Family and friends of Fred MacMillan were greatly saddened by his sudden death on October 4, 1997.
Fred was born in Alberry Plains, PEI, on February 2, 1939, son of th late Shaw and Jessie (MacLeod) MacMillan.
Educated at Alberry Plains School, Montague High School, and Montague High School, and Marine School, Holland College. In 1971 he received his Engineer's Certificate. Fred began work in 1957 with C.N.R. Ferries between P.E.I. an N.B. which later became Marine Atlantic Ferry Services. He retired in Ma 1997 when Marine Atlantic ceased operating.
Fred was a member of the Anglican Church. He was the quiet centre of his home. His wife and family loved him dearly and miss him greatly. He enjoyed outdoor activities such as sailing, snowmobiling and cross country skiing. He liked traveling and when his son and daughter moved to Texas he visited them on two occasions. In the community he was quiet helper to Seniors or anyone who needed assistance especially with carpenter work. He was artistic with his hands and spent his leisure hour making accent doors, furniture and toys, and carving. He enjoyed the friendship of people and sought places in his neighborhood where he could use his mechanical and carpenter skills alongside other men.
His largely attended funeral was held from Christ Church, Cherry Valley, with Dr. David Morrison officiating, assisted by Dr. Richard Coffin and Rev. Ted Morgan. The eulogy was given by his son Jeffrey. Burial was Cherry Valley Anglican Cemetery in the MacMillan family plot.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Florence (nee Saville); daughter, Jillian (Dan) Smith of Dallas, Texas; and son, Jeffrey (Leigh) of Flower Mound, Texas; brothers George (Fran), Calgary, and John (Eleanor), Stratford; sisters Marina (Barry) Westhaver, Victoria, BC; Edna (Dr. John) Gosbee, Calgary; and Florine (Barry) Sigsworth, Alberry Plains. He we predeceased by sisters, Frances MacMillan and Jean (Dareld) MacKenzie.
RICHARD - At the Prince County Hospital, Friday, January 2, 1987, Mrs. Melvina Richard, wife of the late Alderic Richard of 66 Duke St., Summerside, aged 77 years.
Funeral mass at St. Paul's Church Summerside.
ERNEST HOOPER LADNER - It is with a great sense of loss that family and friends remember Ernest who peacefully passed away October 5th, 1997 at the Garden Home Nursing Home after a lengthy illness.
Ernest, the son of the late Alexander and Edith (Hooper) Ladner was born in Bangor, PEI in 1912. He was the fifth child of a family of eight. He was predeceased by infant son, Myron; sisters, Ruth and Louise; brothers, Elmer, Herbie Arthur and Leslie.
He leaves to mourn his wife, Beulah; children, Wilma, Wayne (Mary Anne), Herbert (Helene) of Calgary, Alberta, Errol (Marilyn) of Summerside, Darlene of Charlottetown; a sister Beth (Hiram) Dexter of Portland Maine; ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Ernest moved from Bangor to North River at the age of thirteen (1925) and ten years later (1935) he married Beulah MacPhail. Ernest was active in his community serving as a school trustee and secretary as well as a Justice of the Peace. He also was active in the North River United Baptist Church serving as a deacon, secretary and treasurer.
Ernest farmed in North River for a few years before going to work in the potato industry with H.B. Willis. In 1960 he began work as a federal potato inspector where he was employed until his retirement in 1977. In 1972 he moved from North River to Sherwood where he remained until 1996. In his retirement he enjoyed walking, biking and gardening. He attended Community Baptist Church up until the time of his illness.
Ernest will always be remembered for his kind and gentle manner by his many long lasting friends. He always had time to share a laugh and conversation with family, friends and neighbors. Ernest was lovingly laid to rest at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens.
Hughie Joseph MacDonald - The death occurred unexpectedly at the Souris Hospital on May 7, 1998 of Hughie Joseph MacDonald. Hughie died peacefully after spending a long life with family and friends.
A month prior to his death, Hughie moved to Souris Hospital with chest pain and congestion. He expressed to his family that he was a tired old man and was ready to move to his eternal father. Hughie remained alert and read the Guardian daily for interesting issues right up until the day before his death.
Hughie MacDonald, referred to as Hughie Joseph, was born on the Hermitage Road near Monticello and spent all his working years there. In the fall of 1987, Hughie moved from his old home to Souris West cottages. later he moved to a Senior Citizens unit in Souris. With the help of Home Care and family Hughie was able to live independently in his senior's home.
In November 1997, Hughie had a fall and entered the Souris Hospital for a month and Colville Manor for another month. From there he took up residence at the Bayview Lodge. This was where he resided before entering the Souris Hospital on April 9, 1998.
Hughie Joseph was the only son of Lily MacKenzie and Hughie A. MacDonald. In Hughie's early years he worked in the woods, at shearing sheep, at Naufrage Harbour, butchering cattle, and cleaning flues, but his most enjoyable job was as a rural mail carrier for 31 years.
He married Mary Mclnnis and from that relationship raised 9 children. On October 5, 1956 and at the age of 39 years Mary died leaving Hughie to raise his large family. Hughie was a stern man and of strong faith. With some help he managed to keep the family together. Kay (Clifford) Ford, Souris, Minnie (Ronnie) Campbell, Fairfield, Hughie (Betty), Quebec, Edith (Warren) MacKinnon, Selkirk, Mae (John) Campbell, Cardigan, Boyd (Valda), Monticello, Irene (Ivan) Blanchard, Ontario, Lester (Martina) Cardigan, Judy (Wayne) Hanlon, New Zealand.
Hughie is survived by his sister Ella Wilson, Souris and brother-in-law Hughie MacInnis, Beverley, Massachusetts. He had 39 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
Often on visits Hughie could be found reading, writing, or sharing his old stories with family and friends. He loved to get his stories published in The Beacon, The Guardian and The Eastern Graphic. Those papers were a real source of enjoyment and he would spend hours reading them.
Besides his stories, Hughie loved to play cards with family, friends and neighbours. His grandchildren would sit and listen to his stories, sometimes anxious for him to finish so he would bring out the treats. Once they were treated Hughie would mix a hot toddy for the adults and himself and head back to another story.
His largely attended funeral was held at St. Margaret's Church on May 9, 1998 under the direction of Dingwell's Funeral Home with Father Gerard Chaisson as celebrant. The first reading was done by special friend Gerald (Bornish) MacDonald. The second reading was read by a special friend Brenda (Mary D.) Bremner. Marion Godfrey, Hughie's niece, read the prayers of the faithful. Father Wendell Macintyre was present in the Sanctuary. Altar servers were grandchildren Bernard MacKinnon, Matthew MacDonald, Jonathan MacDonald, Andrew Campbell, and Kevin Hanlon. The graveside service was conducted Father Gerard Chaisson. Pallbearers were Christopher MacDonald, Joey MacKinnon, Archie Mclnnis, Angus Campbell, Kent Villard, and Michael Ford. Honorary Pallbearers were Reggie Flynn, Peter (Joe) MacDonald, Hughie (John Dan) MacKinnon, Ken (Johnny Roddie) MacPhee, Mickey Mclnnis, Carl (Lim) MacDonald, and Cosmas Sigsworth. Flowerbearers were grandchildren Cindy Campbell, Anna Campbell, Angela Hanlon, Lorraine Ford, Karen MacKinnon and Rhonda MacDonald.
Hughie's family would like to thank the following: Dr. Kennedy, Dr. Magennis, and Dr. O'Brien; Dingwell's Funeral Home - Al and Gary; organist Frank MacDonald; St. Margaret's Choir; St. Margaret's C.W.L.; Bayview Lodge; Souris Hospital; Fr. Chaisson and Fr. McGaugh; Pallbearers, Honorary Pallbearers, and Flowerbearers; Readers and Lay distributors; Altar servers; Knight's of Columbus; the men who dug the grave; anyone who gave flowers, donations, or filled out Mass cards; and family and friends who provided food and a shoulder to lean on.
At age 42, Hughie lost his wife. Forty-two years later, he joined her and was laid to rest May 9, 1998 beside his wife, Mary, and his parents. Just in time for Mother's Day.
May He Rest In Peace, The Family
MRS. WILLIAM JOHN JENKINS - On March 21, 1978, there entered into her Eternal rest at the Livingstone & McArthur Nursing Home, Charlottetown, Mrs. Mabel Jenkins, widow of the late William John Jenkins, formerly of Dunstaffnage, whom she married July 19, 1922.
She was born at Mt. Albion, January 31, 1892, the second daughter of the late Samuel Charles Stewart and Harriet Boswall Stewart, who later moved to Dunstaffnage when she was three years old.
Left to cherish the memory of a loving mother and grandmother are one step-son Reginald Jenkins of Hazelbrook; one step-daughter Mary (Mrs. Howard Tweedy of Earnscliffe), a daughter Norma (Mrs. George Hayden) of Cherry Valley; a daughter Isabel (Mrs. Cecil Tweedy) of Vernon Bridge; a son Charles Jenkins of New Annan; a daughter Gloria (Mrs. Ernest Seaquist), Toronto, Ontario; nineteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Also, surviving is her loving sister Ruby (Mrs. Vernon Dennis) Sherwood. She was predeceased by one granddaughter Marjorie Ann Jenkins, and her sisters Laura (Mrs. Robert MacCallum), Alberta (Mrs. Roy Dennis) and her only brother, J. Boswell Stewart.
The largely attended funeral service at the MacLean Funeral Home, Charlottetown, March 23, 1978, was conducted by the Rev. J. Elmer MacLean, York Charge, assisted by the late Rev. Melbourne Lewis, St. Andrew's United Church, Vernon Bridge.
The congregational hymns sung were: "The Lord's My Shepherd" and "What a Friend We Have In Jesus." Mrs. Blake Wood, Jr, beaugifully sand the solo, "God Understands." The organist was Miss Florence Simmons.
Pallbearers were: Allison Stewart, Wilfred Dennis, Charles Mutch, William Dover, John Thompson, Rowell Boswell.
Flowerbearers were seven grandsons: Leigh Jenkins, Douglas Jenkins, Gordon Tweedy, Blair Tweedy, Gary Tweedy, David Jenkins and Jonathan Seaquist.
Interment took place in the Central United Church Cemetery, Dunstaffnage.
Rev. J. Elmer MacLean conducted the committal service.
JOHN BENJAMIN MCLAINE - The family of John Benjamin McLaine of Milton was greatly saddened by his sudden death on October 11, 1997. Jock died at home with his wife Helen by his side.
Jock was born in Charlottetown on October 5, 1920, the son of Bannerman Preston McLaine and Mildred Howe Prowse.
On August 21, 1940 he married Helen Wigmore and together they raised 13 children.
He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Helen, sons and daughters Ron (Carolyn), Carol (Gerard Connick), George (Gail), Rosemary (Marvin MacBeth), Eric (Donna), Heather (Arlie Jay), Susan (Jim Rayner), Walter, Roger, William (Carol Ann), Nancy (Rueben Jay), Myrtle (Alan MacPhee), daughter-in-law Elayne and sisters Maude Wigmore and Neila (Warren MacKinnon).
He was predeceased by his parents, two infant children and son David. His memory is cherished by his 35 grandchildren and five great-grand children.
A Veteran of World War II, Jock was a Corporal in the RCAF, serving as an air frame mechanic.
Following his discharge in 1945 he and Helen bought a farm at Milton where they operated a mixed farming operation before getting into the potato business. In 1949 Jock began hauling Butternut Bread from Moncton to Prince Edward Island, a business he continued for over 25 years.
Through the years this business grew and he operated in the Maritimes, Quebec, and Ontario.
In 1972, after Jock suffered a stroke which restricted his activities in the trucking business, he involved himself in the tuna sports fishing business.
He helped advance the tuna fishing industry on PEI with his boats "I’m Alone XX and XXI” operated out of various north shore ports.
Up until the time of his death, his satellite dish allowed him to travel to the many places he was now unable to visit in person. Jock had a strong faith and drew strength from Dr. Arnold Murray’s broadcasts from The Shephard’s Chapel. Over the years he maintained a connection with Zion Presbyterian Church and his funeral was held there with burial in Floral Hills Memorial Garden.
SONIER - Summerside Journal Pioneer: The death occurred at the Prince County Hospital on Monday, July 24, 1989 of Mrs. Annie May Sonier, aged 85 years of 38 St.Lawrence St. Summerside.
Born in Tignish, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Marie Anne (Poirier) Richard.
She was a member St.Paul's Church Summerside and a member of the CWL.
She resided in Summerside most of her life and is survived by her husband Peter, three daughters, Guelda, Mrs. Bobby Perry, Summerside; Henrietta, Mrs. Ralph Fitzpatrick; Yvonne, Mrs. Dave Hansen, CFB Summerside; four sons, Owen, Azilda Ontario
Joseph, Surry B.C.; Norman and Art both of Summerside.
Several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Also survived by one brother Benny, Summerside.
She was predeceased by one daughter Jean, and one brother Henry.
Resting at the Moase Funeral Home until 9: 45am on Wednesday, then to St. Paul's for funeral mass at 10am.
Interment in St. Paul's Cemetery.
