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Vera Wise Dompierre
Vera Wise Dompierre, 91, of Charlottetown and Moncton, passed away on July 10th, 2002 at the Drew Nursing Home in Saukville ,NB.
Born in North Milton PEI, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Bertha (Saunders) Wise. In 1929 she married Hebert Michahelles of Hamburg, Germany, and at the onset of WW I I , she returned to Canada with her daughter Barbara, German law at the time forced her to leave her son Gerald Michahelles behind in Germany until they were reunited in Canada after the war. Vera was later married to C. William Dompierre of Halifax.
Vera is survived by two children ; Gerald (Rena) Michahelles, Wayne Dompierre (Robert Albracht) ; and her four grandchildren, Heather MacAuley, Holly Gingles, Erik (Caroline) Gingles and Michelle (Kevin) Taylor; along with her five great grandchildren, Evan, Madeline, Kathryn, Katherine, and Abigail.
She was predeceased by her husband , Bill, and her daughter Barbara Gingles.
A Memorial service will be held at the Drew Nursing Home on July 29th at 2.30 PM in Sackville ,NB.
Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation (1-800-663-3600) or a charity of choice would be appreciated.
Interment will be at the Peoples Cemetery in Charlottetown.
Marion J. Dickie
1914 -- 2001
Mrs. Marion Dickie, wife of Ronald, formerly of Kendra St., Moncton and more recently of Royal Court, Riverview, passed away at The Moncton Hospital on March 17th 2001.
Born in Salem, Albert Co. she was the daughter of the late Howe and Ethel (Foster ) Steeves.
Mrs. Dickie was a member of St. John's United Church and had been a member of the Moncton Golf and Country Club. During her life, Marion, was an active member of the community.
In addition to her husband Ronald, she is survived by one sister Dot Livingston of Dennis, Mass as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by one sister Hilda Johnston, two brothers Lee and Donald Steeves.
By request there will not be any visiting hours prior to a Memorial Service which will be held on Tuesday at 2pm in Fair Haven Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ross Wiseman officiating. There will be a time of fellowship and refreshment in the Funeral Home Reception Room following the service. Interment will be in Fairhaven Memorial Gardens.
Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Memorial of the donor's choice.
Rita M. Daigle
Rita M. Daigle wife of Fran ois (Frank) of Trueman Ave Moncton passed away at the Dr. Georges L. Dumont Hospital on Monday February 10th 2003 following a lengthily battle with cancer. Born in Leger's Corner (now Dieppe) August 4th 1924 she was the daughter of the late Alphee and Cecile (LeClair) Blaquiere Prior to her retirement Mrs. Daigle taught school for 28 years in various schools though out south eastern New Brunswick. She was a member of the New Brunswick Retired Teachers Association and Christ the King Roman Catholic Church. She enjoyed traveling the world with her loving husband.
Rita is survived by her husband of 54 years Francois, daughters, Annette Albert (Bill) of Grand Bay-Westfield, Louise Stevens (Don) of Victoria BC, sons Guy Bernard Daigle (Kathy) of Montreal, Jean Marc Daigle (Line) of Chelsea, PQ., her sister Dora Sitter of Kelowna BC., Grandchildren Chantal, Michel, Elise, Patrick, Nadine, Colin, Paul, and Marie Michelle as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by four brothers Eric, Marc, Willie and Frank; two sisters Yvonne and Stella.
In keeping with Rita's wishes there will not be any visiting hours. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday February 13th at 11 am at Christ the King Church, Moncton, with a reception to follow in the Golden Age Club. Donations in Mrs. Daigle's memory may be made to the Oncology Department of the Dr. Georges L. Dumont Hospital. Arrangements are under the direction of Fair Haven Funeral Home (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Road Moncton.
Freda Eudora Crossman
The death of Freda Eudora Crossman, widow of the late W. Leslie Crossman, of Lakeview Manor and formerly of Pine Glen occurred at her residence on Sunday August 4th 2002. Born in Turtle Creek on September 27th 1914 she was the daughter of the late Beverly and Dora (Berry) Ricker. She had attended the Bethel Baptist Church. A homemaker she enjoyed quilting, sewing and was a very good cook.
She is survived by her daughters Iva Frazee (James) of Pine Glen, Carolyn Demmings (Lee) of Lower Coverdale, Lorna Dunfield (Gordon) of Upper Coverdale, Brenda Demmings (Gary) of Dawson Settlement, Elaine Eagles (Colin) of Pine Glen, one son Wayne Crossman of Moncton, one sister Lydia Gilbert of Riverview and one brother Russell Ricker (Audrey) of Parkindale, 16 grand children, 19 great grand children and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband she was predeceased by two infant children, three brothers Otis, Herman and Naaman and one sister Hilda Fullerton.
Resting at Fair Haven Funeral Home (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Rd. Moncton with visiting hours Monday 7-9 pm and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral service will be on Wednesday August 7th at 2pm in Fair Haven Funeral Home Chapel with a reception to follow in the family reception room of the funeral home. Interment will be in Fairhaven Memorial Gardens. Donations made to the Lakeview Manor Bus Fund, or the Alzheimer s society would be appreciated by the family.
Antoine (Tony) Charles Breau
1933 - 2002
Tony Breau of St. Paul, NB and formerly of Moncton, NB passed away at the Dr. Georges L. Dumont Hospital on Thursday August 8th 2002 at the age of 68 years.
Born in Cocagne, NB on September 23rd 1933, he was the son of the late Vital and Exelda (Bourque) Breau. Before his retirement, he was employed with Muirhead Forwarding, Clarke Transport and Armour Transport.
He will bring with him his fond memories of his many accomplishments and his love and admiration for his family and the many friends and acquaintances that he had acquired over the years. Many came to know him through his love of camping, hunting, fishing, car racing and woodworking.
Besides his wife Yvonne (Cormier) of 45 years, he will be deeply missed by his daughters Odette (Frank Risteen), Edith (Ronald Otterson), Patricia (Normond Benoit), sons Yvon (Sheila Leadbetter), Jean-Marie (Suzanne), Mitch (Cindy), grandchildren his precious little dozen Linda Bishop (Derrick), Aaron, Heather, Andrew, Christine, Anissa, Jonathan, Adam, Jaymi, Shawn, Rachelle and Natasha-Toni, sister Lorraine H bert, sister-in-law Anita Breau, mother-in-law Osithe Cormier as well as his several nieces, nephews and in-laws.
In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his brother Aur le.
The family will be receiving visitors at Fair Haven Funeral Home (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Rd. Moncton on Friday August 9th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Funeral service will be held on Saturday August 10th at 10 am in The Chapel of Fair Haven Funeral Home with a reception for Tony s friends and family to follow in the family reception room of the funeral home. A private family committal service will be held in Fairhaven Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Dr. Georges L. Dumont Hospital Foundation or the Friends of the Moncton Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Ambroise (Edward) Boudreau
1923 - 2002
Mr. Ambroise Boudreau of Weisner Road Lakeville, NB passed away peacefully Saturday October 5th 2002 surrounded by his family at the Moncton Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born November 9th 1923 in McLeod Siding, he was the son of Alexandre (Frank) and Elizabeth nee Leblanc Boudreau. Ambroise was a retired roofer with Northern Roofing in Saint John, NB. He served with the Canadian Army in WW2 under the National Resources Mobilization in Vancouver BC. Ambroise s hobbies were babysitting, gardening and he admired and respected nature. He enjoyed bowling on Sunday nights in the mixed league at the Bowlarama in Dieppe. Ambroise was a pigeon-gram breeder from 1986 to 1996 and won many maritime awards. He had a great sense of humour and enjoyed life to the fullest. Anyone who got to know him, knew he would have a thing or two to say.
Ambroise will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of 55 years Claudia (Beebe) his three sons Claude (Marie-Anna Landry) of Lakeville, Michel (Verna Beek) of Fredericton, Ren (Jocelyne Daigle) of Port Moody, BC and his four daughters Jeannette Levesque (Marcel) of McKendrick, NB, Lise Heron (Lance) of Calgary, AB. Suzanne Jones (Steven) of Lakeville, NB, Denise Boudreau at home, twelve grandchildren two great grandchildren six sisters Angeline Potvin, Antoinette Gaudreault, Th r se Boudreau, Gertrude Allard, Stella Goulet all of Quebec and Nora Laroque of Campbellton, NB as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by 6 brothers and 3 sisters.
A memorial mass will be celebrated at St Louis de France Church, Pleasant St. Lewisville on Thursday October 10th at 10 am. Interment will be in Fairhaven Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements are entrusted to Fair Haven Funeral Home (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Rd. Moncton.
Donations in Ambroise s memory may be made to the Neo Natal Unit of the Moncton Hospital or the memorial of the donors choice.
Bondina Biggar
1919-2002
Bondina Biggar, 83, of Moncton, passed away on July 15th, 2002 after a lengthy illness.
Born in the Grootegast, Netherlands on January 1, 1919 she was the daughter of the late Tjitse and Froukje (Vander Kooj) Veen Baas.
She is survived by her sons Harry (Phyllis) of Pembroke ON, Ron of Moncton, Peter (Brenda) of Hay River NWT, Paul (Bonnie) of Moncton, a sister Lucy of the Netherlands, nine grandchildren, two great grandchildren as well as several nieces & nephews.
In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband Hazelton Biggar in 1991, a son Frederick in 1981 as well as two sisters and two brothers.
By request there will not be any visitation. A private family service will take place at a later date. Donations, if desired may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Interment will be in Fairhaven Memorial Gardens.
Jeffrey Arthur Barnes
Born in Moncton, March 25, 1965, youngest son of James and Kathryn (Ogilvie) Barnes. Jeff passed away at Moncton Hospital on Saturday March 17 after a courageous battle with cancer. He conquered a rare T-cell Lymphoma in 1996 but again fell ill to cancer early this year. Jeff was a computer student of EGA. He wil be remembered for his athletic ability and his indomitable spirit.
Besides his parents, he is survived by his grandmother, Mrs. Lorna Barnes, Spencer Memorial Home; three sisters and one brother: Robyn (Seth) Greene, Riverview; Jim Barnes; Lisa (Steve) Whiteley, CFB Cold Lake, AB; and Lori Barnes; eight nieces and nephews: Alanna, Alicia and Samantha Greene; Kailee Busse; Sam, Lewis and Sofie Whiteley; and Madison Barnes-Boileau; as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins. Also special friends: Lise Frigault, Claire Lanteigne, Kevin and Krista Bowser, and "MAX".
Visitation at Fair Haven Funeral Home, 1177 Salisbury Road on Monday, March 19, 2001, 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral services will be held at First United Baptist Church, Queen Street, Moncton on Tuesday, March 20 at 11 am.
The family has requested that memorial remembrances be directed towards a special fund for an HTHS bursary for athletic ability to be established in Jeff's name-or to a memorial of your choice. Cards available through the funeral home. Interment will be in Fairhaven Memorial Gardens.
A Celebration of Jeff's life will be held for all friends at Dooly's, Main Street, Moncton, on Monday at 9 p.m.
Michael Angelo Baiani
1947 - 2001
The death of Michael Angelo Baiani, 54 years, husband of Katherine (Fraser) of St. George St. Moncton, occurred at The Moncton Hospital December 9, 2001. Born in Moncton, he was the son of Donald and Colombe Baiani. Michael loved sports of all types and was a dedicated trainer and equipment manager for numerous sports team in the Greater Moncton area for over 25 years. He had been a member of the US Marine Corps stationed at Paris Island, South Carolina. He attended the Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church.
In addition to his parents, Michael is survived by his wife Katherine (Fraser), sons, Michael Jr., of Sudbury, ON, Dale (Nicole) and Jason (Becky) both of Moncton; a brother Donny (Jeanette) of Dieppe; a sister Linda of Moncton; a granddaughter Emma-Lee, of Ontario and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother Edward.
Resting at Fair Haven Funeral Home (852-3530), 1177 Salisbury Road, Moncton, with visiting hours Wednesday, December 12 from 2 - 9 PM. Funeral services will be held in Fair Haven Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, December 13 at 11:00 am with Rev. Stirling Penny officiating. Cremation and Interment will be in Fairhaven Memorial Gardens.
Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Brittaney Helen Marie Babineau
September 26th 2002
Brittaney Helen Marie Babineau, infant daughter of Don and Liz (Humphrey) of Curry Street Moncton, passed away at the Moncton Hospital on Friday September 26th.
Brittaney is survived by her mother and father, her maternal grandparents Harold and Muriel Humphrey, paternal grandmother Doris Babineau, her aunts Annette (Terry) Doiron (cousins Matthew and Nadine), Gisele Babineau (Troy), her uncles Roger Babineau (Cindy) and Andrew Humphrey. She was predeceased by her paternal grandfather Lorenzo Babineau.
A private family service for Brittaney will be held at Fairhaven Memorial Gardens, Moncton.
Nison James Alward
1919 -- 2001
Mr. Nison James Alward, 82, husband of Blanche, of Royal Court Riverview and formerly of Leeside Dr. Moncton passed away at Protem Health Services, Moncton on Wednesday September 26th 2001. Born in Steeves Settlement March 9th 1919, he was the son of the late Millage and Alice Alward. Mr. Alward retired from CNR as a claims inspector. He was a member of Mountain View United Church, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #1, Saint John, he was the past president of the Salisbury Branch of the Legion, a member of the CN Pensioners, the Moncton Lions Senior Citizens Club and he was also a veteran of the Second World War.
He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 58 years Blanche(McMackin) Alward, his son Harold(Dianne) of Saint John, his daughter Carolyn of Scarborough Ont. Four grandchildren Michael, Richard, Scott and Sally, two great grandchildren Brittany and Caitlyn as well as several nieces and nephews. The last surviving member of his immediate family he was predeceased by his brothers George and John and his sisters Bessie, Mildred and Elsie.
Resting at Fair Haven Funeral Home(852-3530)1177 Salisbury Rd Moncton with visiting hours Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m.. Funeral Service will be held Saturday September 29th at 1pm in Fair Haven Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Holly Edsall officiating. Interment will be in Fairhaven Memorial Gardens. Reception will follow in the Family Reception Room of Fair haven Funeral Home.
The Royal Canadian Legion Salisbury Branch #31 will be holding a Legion Memorial Service at the funeral home on Friday at 7 pm.
At the request of the family donations made to the Alzheimer s Society or the New Brunswick Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Esson Ryder
November 20, 1939 - March 24, 2001
The death of Esson Ryder, 61, husband of Darlene (Lewis) Ryder of Main St. Havelock occurred Saturday March 24th at the Moncton Hospital.
Born in Salem, Havelock, he was the son of the late Elmer and Phyllis (Verrill) Ryder.
He was employed as a meat cutter at Hub Meat Packers Moncton. He was very active in the community as a member of the Royal Canadian Legion #86, Lions Club, Orange Lodge, Havelock Volunteer Fire Department and The St. John Ambulance.
In addition to his wife Darlene he is survived by his sons Brad (Heather) of Havelock, Stephen (Karen) of Salisbury, Robbie of Havelock, Jamie (Darla) of Salisbury, one daughter Lori (Stephen) Bourque of Petticodiac, his sisters, Helen (Walt) Irwin of Chelmsford Mass., Patsy (Lyle) Hicks of Havelock, one brother Charles (Margaret) Ryder of Havelock. 5 Grandchildren and several Nieces and Nephews.
The family will be receiving visitors at Fair Haven Funeral Home (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Rd. on Monday March 26th, 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.. A Memorial service will be held on Tuesday March 27th , 2 p.m. in Fair Haven Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Doug Tatton officiating. There will be a time of fellowship and refreshment in the funeral home reception room following the service. Interment will be in Fair Haven Memorial Gardens . Donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke foundation or the Memorial of the donor's choice.
Irene M. Horsman
1924 -- 2002
Irene M. Horsman (O Brien) of Boundary Creek, NB, widow of the late Earl Horsman, passed away at the Moncton Hospital, Thursday September 19, 2002, at the age of 78, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Moncton (Shediac Rd) NB, on March 23, 1924 she was the daughter of the late Jim and Nina (Cushing) O Brien. She had been a member of the Eastern Star in Petiticodiac and had worked for the T. Eaton Co. before devoting her time to raising her family.
She will be sadly missed by her son Larry (Leslie), daughter Lana Northrup (Fred), grandchildren Teri Horsman, Wendy Northrup, Cindy Speiran (Loren), Larry Northrup (Lesley), great grandchildren Keira, Georgia, Calvin and Isabella and nieces and nephews Marjorie Howatt, Frank Appleby, Kathy O Brien, Sherry Lutes and Ann Mazerolle along with extended family and many close friends and a continued close motherly bond with Beth Horsman. Irene was the last remaining member of her family and was predeceased by her brothers Gurney, Lorne and Leonard and sisters Eva, Vera, Violet, Ruby and Marjorie. Over the years Irene touched many lives and was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends and living life to the fullest.
Visitation will be at Fair Haven Funeral Home (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Rd. Moncton Saturday from 7 to 9 pm Funeral service will be held on Sunday September 22 at 3 pm in Fair Haven Funeral Home Chapel. With a reception to follow in the family reception room of the funeral home. Interment will be in Lakeside Cemetery.
Flowers may be sent to the funeral home and donations may be made to the memorial of the donor s choice.
James R. Fraser
June 19, 1916 - July 5, 2002
James Fraser, 86, husband of Rita, of Shediac Rd. Moncton, passed away at the Moncton Hospital on July 5th, 2002 after a brief illness. Born in Charlottetown , June 19th, 1916 he was the son of the late John and Isabel (Paton) Fraser.
Prior to his retirement he was a superintendent of Quality Assurance, Ministry of Transport, with 37 years of dedicated service. James served with the RAF Ferry Command as a radio officer and navigator during World War two. He was the recipient of the Silver Badge of the King s Commendation for valuable service in the air. He was a ham radio operator as well as an avid hunter and fisherman.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, the former Rita Champion, sons; James (Anne) of Scarborough, David (Darlene) of Quispamsis, Daniel of Charlottetown, daughters; Margaret Havens (Gordon) of Woodstock, Judy Arsenault ( Terry) of Lewis Lake NS, sisters; Marjorie Dover of Savage Harbor PEI, Joy Peterson of White Rock BC., eight grandchildren, two great children as well as several nieces and nephews.
By request there will be no visitation prior to the Memorial Service to be held in the chapel of Fair Haven Funeral Home on Monday July 8th at 1 PM.
A reception for Jim s friends and family will follow in the family reception room of the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart & Stroke foundation. Interment in Fairhaven Memorial Gardens. Arrangements in care of Fair Haven Funeral Home (506-852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Rd. Moncton.
Joseph Henry Cormier
1920 -- 2003
The death of Joseph Henry Cormier, 82 years, husband of Anita of Moncton occurred at the Moncton Hospital on Monday January 27th after a short illness. Henry was born in Moncton on October 2, 1920 he was the son of the late Martin and Melanie (Pellerin) Cormier. He was a carpenter by trade. He served in the Army in Canada during World War II from 1941 to 1945 in the R.C.E.M.E. He is survived by his wife Anita (Lirette) Cormier, one son Bill Mintern (Wanda) , grandson Matthew Mintern, granddaughter Melissa Mintern all of Saint John, NB Step daughter Linda Melanson (Louis), step son Robert Leblanc (Norma) all of Moncton step grandsons Michel, Marc Melanson, step granddaughter Stephanie Leblanc of Calgary, AB, sisters Betty Terrasi (Joe) and Dorothy Melanson (late Roger) all of El Cajon, CA, brother John Cormier (Mary) of Victoria, BC and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents he was predeceased by two brothers Leo in 1975 and George in 1997.
By request there will not be any visiting hours prior to the Memorial Service which will be held on Friday January 31, 2003 at 2 pm in Fair Haven Funeral Home Chapel (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Rd. Moncton with a reception to follow in the Family Reception Room of Fair Haven Funeral Home. Interment will be in Fairhaven Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Canadian Kidney Foundation or the Friends of the Moncton Hospital.
Donations may be made to the Canadian Kidney Foundation or the Friends of the Moncton Hospital.
Donald J. A. Cormier
Donald J. A. Cormier, 67, passed away Tuesday, July 9th, 2002, at the Moncton Hospital after a lengthy illness.
Born in Notre Dame, NB, he was the son of the late Albenie and Claire (Leblanc) Cormier. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1953 and served with the United Nations in Europe and the Middle East. He retired from CFB Moncton in 1985 with over 32 years of service. He was later employed with Brinks and worked with the Volunteer Police. Donald was a lifetime member of the Air Force Veterans Club and the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch # 6 in Moncton.
He is survived by his beloved wife Barbara Ann (Compeau), daughters Ann-Marie Cormier (Charles) of Moncton, Kimberly Lawson (Jamie) of Moncton, June Gallant (Terry) of Moncton, son Donald Cormier of Edmonton AB; stepchildren Cynthia Clow (David) of Irishtown, Joanne Wilson (Charles) of Moncton , David Compeau (Jennifer) of Moncton and Sandra Lewis (Randy) of Moncton, as well as sixteen grandchildren. Donald is also survived by three sisters; Doreen DesRoches (Normand) of Gardener, Mass. , Diane L italien (Charlie) of Salisbury and Yola Ross (Ken) of Shelburne ,NS.
By family request there will be no visitation prior to the memorial service to be held in the chapel of Fair Haven Funeral Home on Saturday July13th, at 11AM.
A reception for Don s friends and family will follow in the family reception room of the funeral home. Interment in Fairhaven Memorial Gardens.
Family arrangements entrusted to Fair Haven Funeral Home (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Rd, Moncton.
Gerard Caissie
Gerard Caissie, 76, of St. Philippe, NB, passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer on July 10th, 2002.
He is survived by his wife Theresa (Arsenault) Caissie, sons; Paul and David.
He was much loved by his five grandchildren and will be sadly missed by his seven brothers and six sisters and all who knew him.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer society. (859-6977) By request, a private family service will be held.
George E. Killam
November 19, 1930 - September 15, 2003
George E. Killam of Moncton, Deputy Chief (retired- Moncton City Police) passed away Monday, September 15th, at the Moncton Hospital. Born November 19th, 1930 in Canaan, NB, he was the son of the late Addison George Killam and Viola Elizabeth Sherwood.
He is survived by Frances (Babington), his wife of 51 years, daughter Susan Grace Killam of Washington, DC, sons Assistant Commissioner Timothy George Killam and Chief Superintendent Daniel Peter Killam both of Ottawa, ON, Sisters Bernice Howson (John) of Dryden, ON, Rhoda Matthews (Oliver) brothers Robert (Marguerite) , Rev. Gilles (Lorna) of Calgary, AL. Grandchildren Amber Lee, Miranda, Grace, Garrett George, Jenna - Jean Elizabeth all of Ottawa, ON, brother-in-law John Charles Babington (Joan) as well as many nieces and nephews. George retired from the Moncton City Police after 35 years of service, having achieved the rank of Deputy chief. He served as President of the Police Union for a number of years and was an active member of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. He enjoyed spending many winters in Naples, Florida with his wife. In addition to his parents, he was pre-deceased by his sister Evelyn Christie, and brothers Everett, Orland, and Addison.
Resting at Fair Haven Funeral Home visitation on Wednesday, September 17th, from 7 to 9. PM. The Funeral service will be on Thursday, at 2 o'clock in
Chapel of Fair Haven Funeral Home. A reception will follow in the Family Reception Room of the Funeral Home following the service. Interment in Fairhaven Memorial Gardens. The family would appreciate memorial donations in George's memory to the friends of the Moncton Hospital Foundation. Arrangement entrusted to the care and direction of Fair Haven Funeral Home (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Road, MONCTON.
Betsy Beaton MacMichael
1911 -- 2003
The death of Betsy Beaton MacMichael widow of the late Alexander Gilbert (Gib) MacMichael of Forest Dale Nursing Home and formerly of Richibucto occurred at her residence on Saturday September 13th.
Born in Skeabost Bridge Isle of Skye Scotland on September 12 1911 she was the daughter of the late Donald and Catherine (MacLeod) Beaton. Betsy was a homemaker and devoted her life to her family.
She is survived by her daughter in law Deborah MacMichael of Moncton two grandsons Benjamin (Angela) of Manitoba and Michael (Brigitte) of Moncton; her sisters Cathy Gilchrist; Rachel MacKinnon; Joan Kellie; Morag Gilchrist all of Scotland as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and her husband Gib she was predeceased by her son Ian (Mac) September 13 1998; her brothers Calum; Neil; and Angus and one sister Christina.
By request there will not be any visiting or funeral service. A private family graveside service was held in the West Branch Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Donations in Betsy's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Society (855-8380). Arrangements are under the direction of Fair haven Funeral Home (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Road MONCTON.
Edna May Jones
1921 -- 2003
The death of Edna May Jones, wife of Claude Jones, of Riverview occurred at the Dr. Georges Dumont Hospital on Saturday September 13th.
Born September 30, 1921 in Lynn, Mass. she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Elizabeth (Robertson) Hoslen. Mrs. Jones had lived for many years in the United States. Prior to her retirement she was employed as a nurses aid in Pentucket Manor Nursing Home and in Hale Hospital both in Haverhill Mass. She was a member of the Lozier/O'Grady VFW Post 9609 in Fort Kent and the Martin/Klein Unit 133 American Legion Auxiliary also in Fort Kent. She was an avid gardener, quilt maker and talented painter. She and her husband Claude have been living in the Moncton area for the past several years.
In addition to her husband Claude she is survived by her children Joyce LaRosa (Joseph) of Haverhill; Janet Charette (James) of Fort Kent, ME.; Charles Goggin (Cheryl) of Frenchville ME.; Robert Goggin (Jeanne) of Jacksonville FLA.; Joseph Balukas (Cindy) of Haverhill, Mass.; Paul Balukas (Cindy) of Kingston NH.; step daughter Susan Pye of Summerside PEI.; step sons Doug Jones of Moncton, Hudson Jones of North Carolina; Claude Jones and Lloyd Jones both of Stratford Ont.; sister Pearl MacPherson of Riverview, 19 grand children, 15 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her first husband Clair Goggin; her second husband Joseph Balukas; her son Thomas Goggin; her daughter Margaret (Peggy) Goggin; sister Inez Smith and brothers Gordon Hoslen and Albert Hoslen.
Visiting will be at Fair Haven Funeral Home (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Road MONCTON on Tuesday September 16th from 4 to 7 pm. Funeral service will be in Fair Haven Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday September 17th at 11 am with a reception to follow in the family reception area of the funeral home. Floral tributes are welcomed by the family.
Alfretta (Audrey) Long
1921 -- 2003
Audrey Long, 82, formerly of Ninth Street, Moncton, passed away peacefully at The Moncton Hospital following a brief illness on Tuesday, September 9th, 2003.
Born in Germantown, NB on March 5th, 1921 she was the daughter of the late Aubrey P. and Stella (Butland) Kennie. She is survived by her children Osborne, Brian (Louise) and Katherine Ells (Brian), her sisters Ilene Cox and Lavetta Lund (Ralph), and her grandchildren Jason Long (Alicia), Kelly Ells and Kristin (Ells) Hogan (Gene), one
great- grandson Ethan Long as well as several aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to her parents , she was predeceased by her husband, Murray in May of 1984. With deep respect for Audrey's wishes, there will be no visitation and private services will be held. Interment will be in Bayview Cemetery beside her husband, Murray. For those who wish, a memorial donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of New Brunswick or a charity of choice would be appreciated.
Fair Haven Funeral Home (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Road in care of arrangements.
Cecil Otto Sutherland
February 13, 1926 - September 8, 2003
On September 8th, 2003, at the Moncton Hospital , Cecil Sutherland went to be with his Lord.
Born in Blackville, NB, February 13th 1926 he was the son of the late Claude and Zillah Sutherland.
He joins family members who have gone on before him: his son Robert, who left us a year ago this month, as well as his parents, his sister Rhona, his brother Walter and sister-in-law Margaret his brother-in-law Harry Johnston and siblings who died in infancy.
He was employed for a number of years by the United Baptist Bible Training School as a cook. Then in 1973 when the Kenneth E. Spencer Nursing Home opened, he worked there as an orderly until his retirement. His hobbies were oil painting, biking and hiking. His favorite day of the week was Sunday when he would attend church services at Uplands where he was a member. In earlier years he served as Sunday School Superintendent and also on the Deacon Board, for many years he sang in the church choir.
Celebrating his home-going, yet mourning his passing, are his wife Louisa; his daughter Rilla (Rick) Melanson, grandchildren Jasara, Travis, Shalane, Zachary and great grandson Javin; his son Brian (Jeanne) and grandsons Kirk and Daniel; his son Kerry (Joanne) and grand daughter Kara; his son Darren (Anabel) and grandson Matthew Robert and
(step) granddaughter Roxane; also his sisters Marjorie (Boyd) O'Donnell, Gracie (Harry) Johnston, Bessie (Eddie) Colpitts, Esther (Angus) Bagley, Shirley (David) Roy and many nieces and nephews.
Resting at Fair Haven Funeral Home (852-3530) 1177 Salisbury Road MONCTON with visiting hours on Wednesday September 10th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9. Funeral service will be he held in Fair Haven Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday September 11 at 2pm with Rev Gordon James, Pastor of Uplands Baptist Church, officiating.
A reception in the family reception room of the funeral home will follow the service.
Donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society or the Canadian Baptist Ministries.
