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Nenita L. Politico
The death of Nenita L. Politico, of 310 Woodward Avenue, Saint John, occurred unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 3, 2003, at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born in Manila, Philippines, she was the daughter of the late Inocencio and Esperanza (Lacerna) Politico.
Nenita was a School Teacher in the Philippines for many years, before moving to Canada, where she taught for over 20 years before retiring from M. Gerald Teed Memorial School in 1993. She enjoyed extensive travel especially on the Queen Elizabeth II.
She is survived by one brother, Dr. Jovencio Ben Politico (Zenen) of Phoenix, AZ, one sister, Evelina Guzman (Dr. Roger Guzman) of Saint John, nieces Rolyne Butler (Mike) and their children, Michael and Sarah Butler, Roevel Guzman, Jeanette Johnson, Josie, Abboud, Joan Politico, Karen Politico, Shirley Politico and Jennifer Politico, nephews, Carl Politico and Jeffrey Politico, several grand nieces and nephews and many relatives in the Philippines.
By request there will be no visiting at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception on Friday, June 6, 2003 at 12:00 Noon. Interment in St. Joseph s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers remembrances to the Saint John Regional Hospital Dialysis Unit would be appreciated. The family would like to thank the Staff of the Saint John Regional Hospital Dialysis Unit for their care and kindness over the past year. Arrangements under the direction of Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424).
Ambrose Eugene Pickard
The death of Mr. Ambrose Eugene Pickard, formerly of Creighton Avenue, Saint John, husband of the late Patricia R. (Bain) Pickard, occurred on Wednesday, October 16, 2002, at Royal Court in Riverview, NB. Born in Johnville, NB, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary (McGrath) Pickard.
Mr. Pickard was a decorated veteran of World War II, serving overseas with the Canadian Army, and was a member of TBS #1 Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #6595 and was awarded the Dollard Medal in 1993, in recognition of commitment to his church and community.
He is survived by two sons, Michael (Jana) of Saskatoon and Kevin (Casandra) of Riverview, one daughter, Katherine Churchill (Tony) of White Rock, BC, two brothers, Peter Pickard and Walter Pickard, both of Johnville, NB, one sister, Christine Lavoie of Fredericton, six grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Joseph and Frederick and sisters, Eileen, Dorita, Theresa and Kathleen.
By request there will be no visiting at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joachim s Church, Saint John, on Saturday, October 19, 2002 at 10:00 AM. Interment in St. Joseph s Cemetery. Remembrances to the Alzheimer s Society would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements under the direction of Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (506-634-7424).
David Lloyd George Parlee
The death of Lloyd G. Parlee, husband of Jessie (Mullin) Parlee, occurred on November 6, 2002, at the Ridgewood Veteran s Wing. Born in Saint John he was the son of the late George and Frances (Belyea) Parlee. He served as a Petty Officer during WW II with the Royal Canadian Navy. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 69. He was employed in sales and retired to the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires providing security at the Saint John Airport and the Provincial Building. He was an ardent salmon fisherman. Besides his wife he is survived by his sons Bert of California, USA, and Jack of Halifax, NS. He was predeceased by his brother Jack.
Following cremation at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row (634-7424), a family memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2002, at 2:15 PM, from Brenan s Chapel. Interment will take place at Whitney Baptist Cemetery, Northumberland County, at a later date. Remembrances made to the Ridgewood Veteran s Wing or the charity of the donor s choice would be appreciated by the family.
Alice Elizabeth O Brien
The death of Miss Alice Elizabeth O Brien of Ridgeview Manor, Pennfield, NB, occurred on Friday, December 6, 2002, at the Saint John Regional Hospital.
Born in St. George, she was the daughter of the late John C. and Helen (Magowen) O Brien. She was a graduate of St. George High School and Modern Business College in Saint John. She was employed by Buchanan Bros. of St. Stephen, later returning to St. George to manage the family business, O Brien and Gilmore General Store. She moved to Toronto and worked there 2 years, after which she took up residence in Fredericton and was employed with the Department of Health in the Provincial Lab until her retirement in 1976. She had been an active member of St. Andrew s Presbyterian Church in Fredericton for many years. Alice got great enjoyment being with her extended family of nieces, nephews, and friends.
She is survived by her nephews, Erald (Ruby) O Brien of Bedford, NS, Delvan G. (Marion) O Brien of Saint John, John (Pat) Wilcox of Pennfield, NB, David (Connie) Wilcox of Rothesay, NB, Harold and Jackie of Orlando, Florida, and nieces, Mary Wilcox of Halifax, and Barbara O Brien of Orlando, Florida.
She was predeceased by two brothers, Thomas J. of Fredericton, Jack of Orlando, and a sister, Eileen Wilcox of Pennfield, NB.
Following cremation at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, NB, (506) 634-7424, visitation will be held on Wednesday from 7-9 PM. The funeral service will take place on Thursday, December 12, 2002 at 1:30 PM from St. Matthew s Presbyterian Church, 90 Douglas Avenue, Saint John, NB. Interment to follow at a later date in St. George Rural Cemetery. Remembrances to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Thomas C.H. "Tom" Morgan
The death of Thomas C.H. "Tom" Morgan of Saint John, occurred on Monday, November 25, 2002, at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born in Saint John, he was the son of the late Frederick A. and Evelyn F. (Bayle) Morgan.
He is survived by two brothers, F. Peter and James V., both of Saint John.
A private family service was held, followed by Interment in Fernhill Cemetery. Remembrances to the New Brunswick Lung Association, the New Brunswick Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of the donors choice would be appreciated. Arrangements under the direction of Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424).
Mrs. Shirley J. (Gray) Melanson
The death of Mrs. Shirley J. (Gray) Melanson, of Rothesay, NB, wife of the late Everett Melanson, occurred on Monday, September 9, 2002 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born in Saint John, she was the daughter of the late Murray and Violet (Tait) Gray. Shirley dedicated her life to her family, and loved her children and grandchildren. She loved cooking, playing cards, especially poker, and playing Bingo.
Shirley will be sadly missed by her five sons, Peter Melanson (Debbie) of Edmonton, AB, Everett Melanson of Saint John, Robin Melanson (Goldie) of Gondola Point, Stephen Melanson (Tammy) of Ketepec, and Paul Melanson (Gina) of Fairvale, NB, four daughters, Bonita MacLean (Wayne) of Saint John, Dorothy Sullivan (Joe) of Miramichi, Cindy Dobbin (Chris) of Fairvale, NB, and Heather Hunt (Robert) of Kingston, four brothers, Allan Gray, Billy Gray, and Peter Gray, all of Saint John, and John Gray of Hampton, four sisters, Dorothy Snodgrass, Margaret Daigle, and Mary Lee, all of Saint John, and Rosie Kazimere of Hampton, NB, 23 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, as well as several cousins, nieces and nephews. Shirley was predeceased by her husband, Everett, her parents, two sons, David Gray and Ricky Melanson, and one brother, Murray Gray.
Resting at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, NB, (506) 634-7424, with visitation on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 12, 2002 at 11:00 AM from Brenan s Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will take place at St. Joseph s Cemetery. Remembrances to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
McKinnon, Gerald (Jerry) M.;
McKinnon, Gerald (Jerry) M.;
The death of Jerry McKinnon of Saint John, NB, occurred unexpectedly at his residence, on Tuesday, July 8th, 2003.
A lifelong resident of Saint John, Jerry was the son of the late Gerald W. and Phyllis B. (McLean) McKinnon-Fennell.
Jerry is survived by his wife Joan (Jordan) McKinnon, his son Jerry of Halifax, and daughter Jessica and grandson Kyle of Saint John. His sisters Ann Marie McLellan (Cissy), and Crystal McKinnon, brothers Tom and Rick McKinnon, and several nieces and nephews, all of Saint John.
Jerry worked for Saint John Shipbuilding Ltd. for 14 years and then at R.M.H. until an accident in 2002, which left him unable to work. Jerry loved to play pool in his free time. He will be deeply missed by all, including his loving dog Rusty.
At the family s request there will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home Chapel, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, NB (506-634- 7424), on Friday, July 11, 2003 at 2:00p.m. For those who wish, donations can be made to any charity of the donor s choice.
Annie Marguerite (McMackin) McGrath
The death of Mrs. Annie Marguerite (McMackin) McGrath of Saint John, NB, wife of the late James "Jim" McGrath, occurred on Tuesday, October 1, 2002 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born in Springhill, NB, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Florence (Campbell) McMackin. She was Baptist by faith. Annie is survived by two sons, James (Shirley) of Windsor, ON, and Allen (Carol) of Saint John, one daughter, Lillian Bennett of Saint John, one brother, Harold McMackin of Windsor, ON, one sister, Sadie Wisted of Saint John, 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren, as well as nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Jim, her parents, and a daughter, Marie Ann..
Resting at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, NB (506) 634-7424, with visitation on Wednesday from 7-9 PM and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Friday, October 4, 2002 at 2:00 PM from Brenan s Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will take place at Ocean View Memorial Gardens. Remembrances to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of New Brunswick or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
GERALDINE L. McCURDY
The death of Mrs. Geraldine Louise (Bridges) McCurdy, of 14 King Square South, Saint John, occurred on Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born in Lakeville Corner, Sunbury County, N.B., she was the daughter of the late George W. and Bessie (Randall) Bridges. Mrs. McCurdy was a registered nurse for 45 years at the Saint John General and St. Joseph s Hospitals before her retirement. She was a member of the Church of St. Andrew and St. David.
She is survived by two daughters, Willa (Mrs. H.C. Peacock), of Fredericton and Evelyn (Mrs. G.C. Townsend), of Saint John; five grandchildren, Stephanie Hawkins, Ft. Frances, ON; Charles Peacock, Port Elgin, NB; Mark Townsend, Ft. McMurray, AB; Krista Creaser (David), Saint John, NB; and Andrew Townsend, Rothesay, NB; three great-granddaughters, Melinda Hawkins and Lauren and Amy Creaser, several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by four brothers, Byard, Lorne, Carey and Gerald Bridges, one sister, Vivian Bridges, a granddaughter, Jill Peacock, and son-in-law, Henry Peacock.
Resting at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424), with visiting on Thursday, March 29, 2001, 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm.. Funeral service will be held at Brenan's Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, March 30, 2001 at 11:00 AM. Interment in Ocean View Memorial Gardens. Remembrances to the charity of the donors choice would be appreciated by the family.
LeRoy Ernest (Roy) Marshall
The death of LeRoy Ernest (Roy) Marshall, Husband of Julia (Logan) Marshall, occurred on September 7, 2002, at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born in Saint John he was the son of the late James and Clara (Mercer) Marshall. During WW II he served overseas with the Canadian Army. He was an electrician by trade and besides working as an independent he was employed with the local School Board and the Saint John Dry Dock. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed his hobby farm and the time he spent fishing.
Besides his wife he is survived by his sons Roy C., Robert K. and his wife Valerie, Michael A., all of Saint John, Donald C. and his wife Mimi of Wells, Maine, his daughters Ardith L. Bartlett, Elizabeth A. Robin and her husband Charles, all of Saint John, Judith Greenlaw of Newfoundland, his nine grandsons, two granddaughters, twenty great-grandchildren, one great-great grandson, his sisters Louise Doiron and her husband Harvey, Dorothy Worden, sister-in-law Mary Marshall, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother James Marshall, his sisters Thelma Godwin and Clara Watson, his brothers-in-law William Worden and Douglas Godwin.
Resting at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row (634-7424), with visiting on Sunday from 7-9 PM and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2002, at 11:00 AM, from Brenan s Chapel. Interment will take place at Loyalist Cemetery, Hardings Point, New Brunswick.
DOROTHY L. LOUNSBURY
The death of Mrs. Dorothy L. Lounsbury, of the Loch Lomond Villa, wife of the late Harold Beecher Lounsbury, occurred on Tuesday, October 23, 2001, at her residence. Born in Moncton, NB, she was the daughter of the late Michael Jasper Metcalfe and Frances Maude (Raynor) (Metcalfe) Koopman.
Mrs. Lounsbury was a longtime member of the Jervis Bay Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 53.
She is survived by one son, Kenneth Harold (Patricia Ann) of Garnett Settlement, one daughter, Linda Joyce Walker (Harry William) of Kingston, NB, four grandchildren, Patti, Tammie, Debbie and Randy, four great grandchildren, Jessica, Lucas, Chezla and Dawnya, several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two grand-daughters, Paula and Susan and several brothers.
Resting at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424), with visiting on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral service will be held at Brenan's Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, October 26, 2001 at 10:00 AM. Interment in Fernhill Cemetery. Remembrances to the New Brunswick Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.
Charles Alexander "Alex" LeGoff
The death of Mr. Charles Alexander "Alex" LeGoff of Saint John, NB, occurred on Thursday, October 24, 2002, at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born, October 27, 1914, in Richibucto, NB, he was the son of the late Robert and Amelia (Comeau) LeGoff. Alex was in his 88th year, and was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Alex had served in the Second World War with the Merchant Marine, and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch # 64. He served with the Corps of Commissioners at St. Joseph s Hospital for 15 years. For many years, Alex had been employed with the Canadian Pacific Railway. He is survived by one niece, five nephews, and several great-nieces, great-nephews, and many cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, and brothers, Freddie and John LeGoff.
Resting at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, NB, (506) 634-7424, with visitation on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM and Saturday from 9:00 -9:45 AM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, October 26, 2002 at 10:00 AM from Holy Trinity Church. Interment will take place at St. Joseph s Cemetery, Field of Honour. Remembrances to the charity of the donor s choice would be appreciated. A Royal Canadian Legion tribute to a Veteran will be held on Friday at 8:00 PM at the funeral home.
Phyllis J. (Miller) Lamb
The death of Phyllis J. (Miller) Lamb wife of Wilfred W. (Willy) Lamb occurred peacefully at her residence in Rothesay, NB on Tuesday, December 3, 2002.
Born in Rothesay, NB, daughter of the late George Samuel and Katie (Dorcus) Miller she was a Registered Nurse by profession and had practiced at St. Joseph s Hospital, Saint John General Hospital and with the Victorian Order of Nurses before retirement.
She was a member of St. Paul s Anglican Church in Rothesay and the Quispamsis Seniors Citizens Group.
Besides her husband Willy, Phyllis is also survived by her son John (Kathleen) Warrington of Rothesay, step-daughter, Lana (Allan) Vallis, Kingston Peninsula, NB, one brother, Arthur Miller of Rothesay, five sisters; Betty Miller, Muriel Miller, Joan Byers, Helen (Herb) Withrow all of Rothesay and Audrey Pooley of Saint John, NB, two grandchildren, Brittaney and Ethan and several nieces and nephews.
Phyllis is predeceased by her first husband Eugene Robert Warrington, a sister, Connie Miller and three brothers; Harry, Jordan and Usher Miller.
Resting at Brenans Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, NB (506-634-7424) with visiting on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service on Friday, December 6, 2002 at St. Paul s Anglican Church, Rothesay at 2:00 p.m. Remembrances to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of the donors choice. Interment to follow at a later date.
Gertrude Blanche Kempster
The death of Mrs. Gertrude Blanche (Cosman) Kempster, of Golden Grove Road, Saint John, wife of the late John Philip Kempster, occurred on Thursday, February 6, 2003 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born at Woodman s Point, NB, she was the daughter of the late Ethelbert and Theora (Goodwin) Cosman. Gertrude was a teacher by profession and had taught school until her marriage to Jack. Later in life, she became an avid duplicate bridge player. She was Anglican by faith. She is survived by one son, Gerald Kempster (Barbara Jean) of Quispamsis; three daughters, Connie Humphrey (Stephen) of Saint John, Anne Langley (Thomas) of Phoenix, Arizona, and Catherine Lamb (Gordon) of Quispamsis; ten grandchildren; and twelve great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Jack; a sister, Elizabeth Logan; and a grandson, Gregory Langley.
A private family service will take place. Remembrances may be made to the Palliative Care Unit of Saint John Regional Hospital or the Alzheimer s Society. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, NB (506) 634-7424.
Douglas F. Keating
The death of Douglas (Doug) Frederick Keating of Conifer Crescent, husband of the late Margaret (Palmer) Keating, occurred on Tuesday, May 21, 2002 at the Saint John Regional Hospital.
Born in Saint John he was the son of Marion (Holder) and the late Frederick C. Keating. Doug was employed by Willett Fruit Co. and Atlantic Wholesalers as a Sales Representative, enjoyed Harness Racing and was a former member of the Red Chevron and Main Brace.
Besides his mother he is survived by one brother Brian (Marilyn) Keating of Sussex, NB, four nephews Jeffrey, Thomas, Matthew and Daniel, three aunts Helen, Kathlyne and Evelyn Keating and several cousins. He is predeceased by three uncles Kenneth, Lawrence and Harold Keating.
Resting at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (506-634-7424) with visiting on Thursday, May 23, 2002 from 7-9 PM and Friday, May 24, 2002 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2002 from Brenan s Funeral Home Chapel at 10: 00 AM. Interment in Cedar Hill Extension Cemetery. Remembrances may be made to the NB Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Cecil Henry Jones
The death of Cecil Henry Jones, husband of Elsie Belle (Milley) Jones, occurred on September 8, 2002, at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born at Golden Grove he was the son of the late Leonard and Dorothy Mae (Thompson) Jones. He was employed as a sales representative for Downey Ford and was proprietor of Jones Variety and Fundy Groceteria. He enjoyed the family summer cottage at Otter Lake.
Besides his wife he is survived by his sons Cecil Jones and his wife Donna of Fredericton, Bruce Jones and his wife Judith of Prince William, NB, Ronald (Fred) Jones and his wife Julie of Rothesay, Ian Jones and his wife Collette of Quispamsis, his daughter Louise Simpson of Quispamsis, his brother Hoyt Jones and his wife Audrey of Saint John, his grandchildren Ryan, Heidi, Stephanie, Chris, Brittany, Luke, Alex, Brett and Maggie, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers Theodore, Wendell, Raymond and Ralph and his sister Dorothy Moore.
Resting at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row (634-7424), with visiting on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 11, 2002, at 2:15 PM, from Brenan s Chapel. Interment will take place at Fernhill Cemetery. Remembrances made to the New Brunswick Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Baby Jacob Daylon Johnston
The death of Baby Jacob Daylon Johnston, infant son of Jody Johnston and Kerri Lyons, occurred on November 19, 2001, at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Besides his parents he is survived by his sister Megan Lyons. He was predeceased by his brother Austin Gionet Lyons.
Visiting will take place at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row (634-7424), on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be celebrated on Thursday, November 22, 2001, at 11:00 AM, from Brenan s Chapel. Interment will take place at St. Joseph s Cemetery. Remembrances made to the Children s Wish Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Alice Rebecca Howard
March 4, 1900-March 27, 2002
A graveside service will be held for Alice Rebecca Howard, on Saturday, October 19, 2002 at 11:00 AM, at Fernhill Cemetery, 200 Westmorland Road, Saint John, with Rev. Hubert Bartlett officiating. Friends and relatives are invited to meet at the Cemetery office at 10:45 AM, and to attend a reception at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424), following the ceremony.
A memorial service was held in Brockville, ON, on April 2, 2002. Dearly loved mother of Marshall and his wife Helen of Kingston, ON, Ranald and his wife Katherine of Brockville, ON. Dear grandmother of Mary-Ellen Ferguson (Dave), Alison Gallagher (Ray Green), Barbara Warner, George Howard (Ann Marie). Fondly remembered by nine great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson. Predeceased by her husband George Howard, three sisters and two brothers.
Donald Ralph Holyoke
Mr. Donald Ralph Holyoke of Saint John, beloved husband of Hilda P. (Shuve) Holyoke, died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday, September 26, 2002, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Woodstock, NB, he was the son of the late William Ralph and Grace (Smalley) Holyoke.
Following his graduation from the University of New Brunswick with an Engineering degree in 1946, Donald was employed with NB Tel for over 43 years and retired in 1985. He was an avid stamp collector, an NB Tel Pioneer, a member of the Association of Professional Engineers, a founding member of the 174 Civilian Rifle Association, a senior member of the Saint John Fish and Game Association, and an instructor with the Canadian Power Squadron. Don loved the peace and serenity of the River.
Besides his wife of 50 years, Hilda, he is survived by two daughters, Margaret A. Holburn of Saint John and Carolyn S. Holyoke of Ottawa, currently assigned to the Canadian High Commission in Kingston, Jamaica, one son, Wm. Ralph Holyoke (Karen) of Saint John, two grandchildren, whom he adored, Jennifer and Scott Holburn, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to a memorial service on Monday, September 30, 2002 at 1:00 PM from Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home Chapel, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424). In lieu of flowers, remembrances to the Extra Mural Hospital Foundation, Hospice of Saint John Inc., or the charity of the donors choice would be appreciated.
Florence Adams Hartt
June 10, 1911 - October 15, 2002
The death of Florence Adams Hartt, last surviving member of her immediate family, of Saint John, NB occurred on October 15, 2002 at the Saint John Regional Hospital.
Born on June 10, 1911 at Fredericton Junction, she was the youngest daughter of the late Thomas and Helen (Nason) Hartt. Florence had attended Normal School in Fredericton and held teaching positions in Rusagonis, Beaver Dam and Hoyt before training as a Registered Nurse in Newport, Rhode Island, graduating in 1942 and then completed post-graduate work in obstetrics and nursery at Margaret Hague Maternity Hospital in Jersey City, NJ where she worked for many years before retiring to Saint John in 1970. Florence was a member of Hillcrest United Baptist Church and a charter member of Gladstone Chapter # 12 Order of the Eastern Star, Fredericton Junction; she also had been a member of the Silver Threads Seniors and Hillcrest Ladies Club.
She is survived by one nephew T. Richard Hartt (Donna), Fredericton Junction, two nieces Patricia Westerson (Frederick), Lethbridge, Alberta and Sandra Hartt, Winnipeg, Manitoba, several great-nieces and great-nephews. Besides her parents she is predeceased by a brother Vince in 1947and two sisters Caroline in 1996 and Miriam in 1909.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2002 at 2:00 pm at Hillcrest United Baptist Church, Lancaster Ave., Saint John West, NB. Interment will be held at Gladstone Cemetery, Fredericton Junction. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donors choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (506-634-7424).
George Gray Harrison The death of George Gray Harrison of 347 Main Street, Saint John, husband of the late E. Jean Harrison, occurred on Monday, July 7, 2003, at his residence. Born in Saint John, on March 17, 1910, he was the son of the late Herbert G. and Florence R. (Hunter) Harrison.
Mr. Harrison attended Dufferin, King George and Saint John High School s and took a business course at Saint John Vocational School. He worked for several years at the Royal Bank, North End Branch and later worked with his father in the Wholesale Produce Business.
In 1936 he married Marjorie H. Pearce. In 1942 he joined the air crew of the RCAF and was disqualified for medical reasons and later served as air crew in Gander Airbase in Newfoundland. He received his discharge after V.E. Day in 1946. When the firm of H. G. Harrison sold the building on the corner of Main and Simonds Streets, he supervised the winding up of the business.
Following his wife s death he married Jean (Mott) Taylor in 1976, who died in 1993. He was a lifelong member of St. Luke s Anglican Church and was a director of the Canadian Gladiolas Society for many years.
He was a member of the Saint John Salvage Corps for many years retiring as Captain. Among his many hobbies, he enjoyed gardening, weaving, building model ships, carpentry, cutting his own firewood and some genealogical research. He was born at 347 Main Street and lived there all of his life.
He is survived by several cousins and many friends.
Resting at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424), with visiting on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral service will be held at St. Luke s Anglican Church on Wednesday, July 9, 2003, at 10:00 AM. Interment in Fernhill Cemetery. Remembrances to the CNIB or the Saint John Public Library would be appreciated.
PHILIP HAMBURG
The death of Mr. Philip Hamburg of MacLean s Special Care Home, 268 Golden Grove Road, Saint John, husband of the late Belle (Dreskin) Hamburg, occurred on Wednesday, May 15, 2002, at the Saint John Regional Hospital.
Mr. Hamburg owned and operated Dreskin s Ladies Wear, for many years, before his retirement and was an active member of Congregation Shaarei Zedek.
He is survived by three sons, David Hamburg (Pesha Gordon) of Jerusalem, Israel, Norman Hamburg (Linda) of Saint John and Harvey Hamburg (Paul Sabin) of Toronto, ON, seven grandchildren, Chaya, Raya, Avi, Orli, Shirli Hamburg all of Israel and Andrew and Jason Hamburg of Saint John.
The family wish to express their heartfelt thanks to Philip s devoted caregivers, Wayne and Bonnie MacLean and Staff.
Funeral will be held at Brenan s Select Community Funeral Home Chapel, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424), on Thursday, May 16, 2002 at 3:00 PM. Interment in the Shaarei Zedek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, remembrances to the Saint John Jewish Historical Museum (633-1833), would be appreciated by the family.
