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John “Jack” W. Thorpe
December 4, 1944 – June 2, 2002
John “Jack” W. Thorpe of Quispamsis, husband of Nancy (Saunders) Thorpe died June 2, 2002 at Saint John Regional Hospital. He was born at Saint John, son of the late Frederick and Ethel (Tabor) Thorpe. Jack was employed with Atlantic Building Contractors for 25 years retiring in 2000. He was a member of Labours International Union, Local 900. Jack enjoyed hunting and was a devoted grandfather. Surviving besides wife Nancy, are two sons, Terry Thorpe (Angela) and their children, Jason and Megan of Quispamsis, Mark Thorpe of Moncton; two sisters, Evelyn Beyea of Saint John, Sharon Goodman (Sonny) of Darlings Island; two brothers, Edward Thorpe (Nancy) of Darlings Island, Frederick Thorpe, (Joan) of Quispamsis; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one son Todd.
Resting at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton. The funeral will be held Wednesday at Reid’s Funeral Home Chapel with service at 1:00pm. The Rev. Canon James Irvine will officiate. The organist is Andrea Leblanc. The active pallbearers are: Doug Jones, Hugh Saunders, Jack Hovey, Ernie Leblanc, Brian Mason and Gary Fowler. The honourary pallbearer is Ann Blanchard. Interment in St. Luke's Cemetery, Quispamsis. Visiting 2-4pm & 7-9pm Tuesday.
Barbara J. Somerville
1933 - 2001
Barbara J. Somerville of Nauwigewauk, wife of Leslie J. Somerville, died February 2, 2001 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. She was born at Moncton, daughter of the late Floyd and Premilia (Thibodeau) Oulton. Barbara lived in Saint John and Quispamsis moving to Nauwigewauk twelve years ago. Surviving besides her husband are one daughter, Christine Tayes (Wayne) of Nauwigewauk; four sons, Leslie “Jim” (Kathy) of Quesnell, B.C., Raymond (Brenda) of Nauwigewauk, Gregory (Carol) of Nauwigewauk, Terry (Karen) of Hammond River, nine grandchildren, Christopher, Tara, Crista, Venessa, Andrea, Alysia, Becky, Jenna and Lauren; one great grandson, Brandon; four sisters, three brothers, several nieces and nephews.
There will be no visiting by request. The funeral will be held Monday at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), Hampton with service at 10:00am. Rev. Peter Gillies officiating. The active pallbearers are Lorne Totten, Peter McKay, Norman Hazelwood, Wallace Tayes, John Vey and Daniel Vey. The honourary pallbearers are: Sandra Watson, Mansfield (Tink) Watson, Charles (Roy) Smith, Gordon (Butch) Somerville, Donald Oulton and Gordon Oulton. Interment will be in St. Peter’s Cemetery, Upham in the spring. Memorials to any charity would be appreciated by the family.
Lorne C. Scovil
1916 – 2001
Lorne C. Scovil of Salvation Army Lakeview Manor, Riverview, died January 16, 2001 at his residence. He was born in Smithtown son of the late John and Della (Vaughan) Scovil. He was a resident of Smithtown the greater part of his life moving to Moncton in 1977. He worked as a carpenter in house construction. He is survived by two daughters, Joanne Bramen of Lincoln, Faith Leblanc (Donald) of Moncton; two sisters, Edna Hughes of South Boston, Massachusetts, Ina McInerney of Sussex; 11 grandchildren, several 24 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one son Edmund John (Sonny).
Resting at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton. The funeral will be held Saturday at Reid’s Funeral Home, with service at 1:00pm. Interment in Hampton Rural Cemetery in the spring. Visiting 2-4pm and 7-9pm Friday.
Doris M. MacDonald
November 30, 1921 – April 27, 2002
The death of Doris Maude MacDonald of Saint John, widow of Clifford H. MacDonald occurred April 27, 2002 at Rocmaura Nursing Home, Saint John. She was the daughter of the late John and Maude (Wilcox) McFarlane. Doris was a lifelong resident of Salmon River and St. Martins and was a member of Holy Trinity Church. She is survived by one son, John MacDonald (Bernice) of St. Martins; three grandchildren, Clifford, Heidi and Amber; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by five sisters and one brother.
Resting at Holy Trinity Church, St. Martins with visiting Monday 2-4pm and 7-9pm. The funeral will be held Tuesday at Holy Trinity Church with service at 2:00 pm. Rev. Robyn Cuming will officiate. Interment in Mosher Hill Cemetery. Memorials to Rocmaura Nursing Home or Holy Trinity Church would be appreciated by the family.
Harold H. Land
November 4, 1919 – February 19, 2001
Harold H. Land of Titusville, husband of Harriett (Morton) Land, died February 19, 2001 at his home. He was born in Saint John son of the late Nathan and Eliza Jane (Garnett) Land. Harold was a resident of Titusville the greater part of his life. He was a veteran of WWII serving overseas with the 15th Field Regiment in the 14th Armored Division of the Royal Canadian Artillery. Surviving besides his wife are two daughters, Mary Chambers (Harold) of Dutch Valley, Kimberley Long (Mark) of Salt Springs; two sons Keltie Land (Betty) of Knightville, Peter Land (Donna) of Saint John; 12 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, 2 sisters-in-law Carolyn Land of Saint John and Marie Berg (John) of Thunder Bay, two nephews and one niece. He was predeceased by daughters Kathleen and Anne Marie, brother Wilfred and sister Pauline.
Visitation will be at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541). 1063 Main Street, Hampton on Tuesday from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. The funeral will be held Wednesday at Reid’s Funeral Home Chapel, with service at 11:00am. Rev. Mary Wanamaker officiating. Interment in Titus Hill Cemetery, Titusville, in the spring. Memorials to Heart and Stroke Foundation or Cystic Fibrosis would be appreciated by the family.
Walter Frederick Kellar
September 8, 1957 – May 20, 2002
Walter F. Kellar of French Village, husband of Linda (Burchill) Kellar died May 20, 2002 at his residence. He was born at Saint John, son of Gladys (Kilpatrick) Kellar and the late Curtis Kellar. He was a lifelong resident of French Village. Walter was employed with Department of Transportation, Lakeside Road, and just received his twenty-year safe driving certificate. He was a member of Local 1190. Walter loved boating, duck hunting and deer hunting. Surviving besides his wife are two daughters, Lisa and Jessica at home; two sons, Matthew and Adam at home; two sisters, Susan Walsh (John) of French Village, Louise Arseneau (Rick) of Saint John; four brothers, Michael (Maryanne), John (Bonnie), Andrew (Evelyn) and David of French Village; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Resting at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton. The funeral will be held Thursday at Reid's Funeral Home Chapel with service at 11:00 am. Rev. Philip Pain will officiate assisted by Layreader Bud Belyea. The eulogy is by George Fowler. The active pallbearers are: Kevin McCarthy, Paul Wanamaker, Paul Tayes, Mike Langstroth, Lee Kallar and Stephen Monahan. The honourary pallbearers are: Bert Fowler, Gary Smith, Larry Smith, Douglas “Red” Goodwin, Robert Penny, Stephen Russell and friends and co-workers of Local 1190, D.O.T., Lakeside Road. Interment is in St. Andrew's Cemetery, French Village. Memorials to Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Visiting 7-9pm Tuesday and 2-4pm & 7-9pm Wednesday.
Bernard F. Hodgin
February 13, 1931 – May 21, 2002
Bernard F. Hodgin of Hampton, husband of Josephine (McLaughlin) Hodgin died May 21, 2002 at Saint John Regional Hospital. He was born at Bloomfield, son of the late Francis and Agnes (Adair) Hodgin. He moved to Hampton in 1955. Bernard was employed with CN Railway for thirty-eight years retiring in 1989. He was a member of St. Alphonsus Church. Surviving besides his wife Josephine are one daughter, Joan Hodgin (Kenny) and grandson Jason of Hampton; one son Michael (Dee) and grandchildren, Kelty and Matthew of Hampton; two brothers, Harold (Emily) of Moncton, Kenneth of Bloomfield; seven sisters, Genevive Anglin of Saint John, Mildred Cormier of Saint John, Pauline Mercer of Hampton, Madeline Mercer (Gordon) of Hampton, Muriel Richard (Alyre) of Loch Lomond, Barbara Sands (Edwin) of Hampton, Carolyn Gilchrist (Robert) of Norton; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sister, Marion Donnley and brother, Murray Hodgin.
Resting at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton. The funeral will be held Friday at St. Alphonsus Church, Hampton, with funeral mass at 11:00am. Interment in St. Alphonsus Cemetery. Memorials to N.B. Lung Association or any charity would be appreciated by the family. Visiting 2-4pm & 7-9pm Thursday. Parish Prayers will be held Thursday, 8pm at the funeral home.
Valoree Grace Green
September 2, 1933 – February 4, 2001
Valoree Grace Green of Passekeag, wife of Donald H. Green, died February 4, 2001 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. She was born at Mimico, Ontario, daughter of the late Marty and Jack Cummings. Valoree was a resident of Toronto moving to Passekeag in 1976. Surviving besides her husband are three daughters, Judy Medina (Abbey) of Toronto, Beth Clements of Saint John, Mary Kay Clements (Joe) of Passekeag, and six grandchildren.
There will be no visitation or funeral by request. The arrangements have been entrusted to Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), Hampton.
Fraser Kierstead Fowler
1938 - 2001
Fraser K. Fowler of Kingston, husband of Ann (Ross) Fowler, died January 19, 2001 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. He was born in Keirsteadville, son of the late Harry and Olive (Killen) Fowler. He was a resident of Kingston the greater part of life. He was an adherent member of Kings Way Assembly. He was a building contractor for thirty years retiring in 1999. Fraser loved to work in the woods and was much loved by his family and grandchildren. Surviving besides his wife are two daughters, Amber Arbo (Allan) of Quispamsis, Cindy Kennedy (Ivan) of Kingston; Mark Fowler (Chantal) of Saint John, Ross Fowler (Rose) of Quispamsis, Gordon Fowler at home; one sister, Enid Ackles (Doug) of Montebello, Quebec; two brothers, Hazen Fowler (Muriel) of Kentville, N.S., Kenneth Fowler (Joan) of Norton; 8 grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one brother Lloyd and one nephew Barry Fowler.
Resting at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton.
The funeral will be held Tuesday at Kings Way Assembly, 7 Kings Way Drive, Quispamsis, with service at 2:00pm. Interment was in Keirsteadville United Baptist Cemetery. Memorials to any charity would be appreciated by the family. Visiting 2-4pm Sunday and 2-4pm and 7-9pm Monday.
Ellen-Anne Flynn
December 4, 1952 – February 5, 2001
Ellen-Anne Flynn of Hampton, wife of Russell W. Patterson died February 5, 2001 at home. She was born in Stanley, daughter of the late Guy and Alice (Foreman) Flynn. Ellen-Anne graduated from Teachers College in 1972 and returned in recent years to complete her Bachelor of Education degree which she received with Distinction. She was currently teaching at Hampton High School and previously taught at Hampton Junior High School, Hampton Elementary School and in Boiestown. Ellen-Anne loved her students and enjoyed drama, special poetry classes and class trips. She also enjoyed playing the piano, guitar, singing and was a member of St. Alphonsus Church Music Ministry. She loved her gardens, birds and all of nature. Ellen-Anne was a women of great faith, inner strength, and tenacity. She was an extraordinary mother who used her special sense of humour and wit to overcome life’s most challenging moments. Surviving besides her husband are one daughter Jill Sansom (fiance James M. Hill and his daughter Danielle) of Hampton, two sons, Scott and Shawn Sansom of Hampton and their father Brent Sansom of Hampton; one stepson Christopher Patterson of Hampton; three sisters, Naomi Grew (Alex Picard) of Ottawa, Constance Mosher (Gary) of Saint John, Deborah Hurley (Danny) of Edmonton; four brothers, James Flynn (Charlotte) and John Flynn (Jeanne) of Fredericton, Patrick Flynn of Cross Creek, Carney Flynn (Kathy) of Halifax; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by nephew Michael Flynn, sister-in-law Sharon Flynn, several aunts and uncles.
Visitation will be at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton Thursday from 7-9pm. The funeral will be held Friday at St. Alphonsus Church, Hampton with funeral mass at 11:00am celebrated by Rev. Monte Peters. The eulogy is by Brenda Cannell and Jayne Wilbur. A reception will follow in the church hall. A memorial tribute will be held Saturday at Hampton High School Theatre at 2:00pm. The honourary pallbearers are: Deborah Hurley, Carney Flynn, Brenda Cannell, Jayne Wilbur, Heather Wort, Don Forsythe, Cheryl Bezanson, Anne Brittany, Carl Patterson, Susan Gullison and Debbie Phillips. Interment in St., Patrick’s Cemetery, Stanley, in the spring. Memorials to the Ellen-Anne Flynn Memorial Scholarship would be appreciated by the family. c/o Hampton High School Scholarship Foundation PO Box 1070, Hampton, N.B. E5N 8H1.
Douglas W. Daley
December 23, 1923 – February 13, 2001
The death of Douglas W. Daley of Saint John, husband of F. Doris (Lingley) Daley occurred on February 13, 2001 at the Saint John Regional Hospital after a lingering illness. He was born at Saint John son of the late Greta and Hollis Daley. Doug enjoyed fishing and hunting and watching the ball games on TV. He is survived by seven children, Shirley Melanson (Ronald), Doug Daley (Gloria), Nancy Thorne, Ken Daley (Debbie), Marilyn MacDonald (Bob), Barb Daley (fiancée Alan Willett), Donald Daley (Coleen), 12 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and sister Shirley Moore (Lawrence). He was predeceased by two brothers, Stanley and Fred.
The funeral will be held Friday at Reid’s Funeral Home Chapel, 1063 Main Street, Hampton with service at 1:00pm. Interment in Ocean View Memorial Gardens. Memorials to Canadian Cancer Society or Extra-Mural Program would be appreciated by the family. Special thanks to Extra-Mural Staff, Vickers Home Care and Dr. Alan Rombaut.
Cyril Ian Corner
February 19, 1909 – February 12, 2001
The death of Cyril Corner , 92, occurred at his home in Hampton on February 12, 2001. Cyril was born in St. Vincent, W.I. but spent the greater part of his life in Hampton. He was a mechanic by trade and worked for various companies throughout the Maritimes. Cyril was the second eldest of eleven children born to the late William and Isabella Corner. Survived by four sons, Jim (Lynn) of Latchford, Ontario, Robert (Florence), Edward (Valerie), Harold (Christine) all of Hampton; five daughters, Phyllis (Charles) McKenna of Mississauga, Barbara (Cecil) Floyd of Titusville, Eileen Harrison (Jim Allan) of Mississauga, Elaine (Casey) Nobles of Heffler Creek, B.C. and Debbie (Sterling) Greer of Port Carling, Ontario; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, sisters and a son Billy.
Resting at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton, with visiting on Wednesday February 14th, 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 15 at 11:00am from Reid’s Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Mary Wanamaker officiating. Interment in Hampton Rural Cemetery in the spring. Donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Nelson M. Baxter
1936 - 2001
Nelson M. Baxter of Clifton Royal, husband of Jean (MacFarland) Baxter, died January 14, 2001 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. He was born in Saint John son of the late Harry and Sophia (Moore) Baxter. Nelson grew up in Black River and resided in various communities in New Brunswick moving to Clifton Royal in 1978. He was retail manager of Saint John District Sobeys Stores retiring in 1998. Surviving besides his wife are three sons, David Murray (Heidi) of Clifton Royal, Paul Nelson (Kelly) of Clifton Royal, Eric Leigh (Alison) of Milford, N.S.; two sisters, Phyllis Walker (Edward) of Saint John, Louise MacCollum (Ronald) of Grand Bay; five brothers, Robert Baxter (Edith) of Nauwigewauk, Harry A. Baxter (Barbara) of Fort St. John, B.C., John Baxter of Saint John, Hollis Baxter (Ernestine) of Dartmouth, Winston Baxter (Hanna Lore) of Prince George, B.C.; seven grandchildren, Candace, Caitlin, Jenna, Deborah, Justin, David, Zachery; one uncle, several nieces and nephews.
Resting at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton. The funeral will be held Wednesday at All Saints Church, Clifton Royal, with service at 2:00pm. Interment in the adjoining Cemetery. Memorials to Canadian Cancer Society or Children’s Wish Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Visiting 2-4pm and 7-9pm Tuesday.
Sharon A. Manzer
January 25, 2001
Sharon A. Manzer of Hampton, wife of Frederic T. Manzer died January 25, 2001 at her residence. She was born in Fredericton, daughter of the late William and Frances (Fahey) Lifford.
She was a resident of Hampton since 1986 and was a Past President of Hampton Curling Club. Sharon was employed with CIBC in Saint John at the time of her death.
Surviving besides her husband are one sister, Mary Lifford (Randy Cogswell) of Fredericton; two brothers, Rick Lifford (Sonja) of Fredericton, Tom Lifford (Sandi) of Calgary; two stepdaughters, Dana Manzer of Quispamsis, Heidi Manzer (Mike Brennan) of Fredericton; one stepson, Tom Manzer of Fredericton; 6 grandchildren and two nephews.
Resting at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton. The funeral will be held Monday at Reid’s Funeral Home Chapel with service at 11:00am. Interment in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Hammond River, in the spring.
Memorials to Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Visiting 2-4pm and 6-8pm Sunday.
Edmund Keith Jarvis
April 6, 1924 – February 9, 2001
Edmund Keith Jarvis of Upperton, husband of Mabel (Gill) Jarvis died February 9, 2001 at home. He was born in Fredericton, son of the late George and Madeline (Shanks) Jarvis. Edmund was a resident of Upperton the greater part of his life where he was engaged in lumbering. He served overseas during WWII with the Carleton York Regiment. He was a member of Sussex Branch #20, Royal Canadian Legion. Surviving besides his wife are one step-daughter, Wendy Channing of Ontario; one sister Viola Sullivan; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by 6 sisters and 5 brothers.
Visitation at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton, Monday 2-4pm and 7-9pm. The funeral will be held Tuesday at Reid’s Funeral Home Chapel with service at 1:00pm. Rev. Alan Harwood officiating. Interment in Titus Hill Cemetery, Titusville, in the spring. Memorials to Heart and Stroke Foundation or Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family. A legion tribute will be held Monday at 6:45pm at the funeral home.
Judith Ann Davis
July 21, 1942 – May 14, 2002
Judith Ann Davis of Moncton, N.B., wife of Stewart Davis died May 14, 2002 at the Moncton Hospital. She was born at Fredericton, daughter of the late Thomas and Nettie (Niles) Clark. Judith was a resident of Ottawa before moving to Moncton six years ago. She is survived by husband, Stewart; twin daughters, Heather Davis of Boston, Karen Davis of Ottawa; one son Christopher Davis (Mary) of Ottawa; one grandson, Alexander of Ottawa; one brother David Clark of Mississauga; one aunt, Doris Niles of Berton, N.B.; several nieces and nephews.
Resting at Reid's Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton, N.B. The funeral will be held Saturday at Reid's Funeral Home with service at 1:00 pm, followed by cremation. Rev. Mark Leary will officiate. Memorials to Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Visiting 7-9pm Thursday and 2-4pm & 7-9pm Friday.
Jack W. Brown
December 8, 1919 – May 21, 2002
Jack W. Brown of Quispamsis, husband of Zoe Brown died May 21, 2002 at Saint John Regional Hospital. He was born at Snider Mountain, son of the late Jack and Lyda (Thomas) Brown. He was a resident of Quispamsis since 1953 and founded the 1st Quispamsis Cub Pack where he was leader for ten years. Jack was a veteran of WWII serving overseas with 85th Bridge Company in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. He was an ambulance driver for twenty-seven years with Department of Veteran Affairs. Upon retiring from the DVA he was the Maintenance Supervisor at UNBSJ for ten years. Jack was a member and former Deacon of Rothesay Baptist Church. Surviving besides his wife Zoe, are two sons, Richard J.C. Brown (Heather) of Bloomfield, Darrell N. Brown (Donna) of Fredericton; one brother, Morris Brown (Grace) of Bloomfield; five grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one sister Carolyn and one brother Ernest.
Resting at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton. The funeral will be held Friday at Rothesay Baptist Church with service at 2:00pm. Pastor Greg Gray will officiate. The pallbearers will be: Leslie Brown, Daniel Brown, Matthew Brown, Joseph Calvert, Murray Steen and Frank Cobbett. Interment is in Riverbank Cemetery. Memorials to the Gideon’s or Hampton Bible Camp would be appreciated by the family. Visiting 2-4pm and 7-9pm Thursday. He loved his Lord, his Family and his Country.
Arnold Frederick Yeomans
May 18, 1918 – June 15, 2001
Arnold Frederick Yeomans of Smithtown, died by accident, June 15, 2001at his residence. He was born at Smithtown, son of the late Arnold and Mabel Yeomans. Fred was a lifelong resident of Smithtown where he was engaged in farming and lumbering. He was a member of Holy Trinity Church, Smithtown where he was Layreader for many years. Survived by one sister, Lois Carson of Smithtown; great nephew, Kevin Carson of Smithtown and two great nieces, Wanda Gass and Holly Carson.
Resting at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton. The funeral will be held Monday at Holy Trinity Church, Smithtown, with service at 2:00pm. Interment in the adjoining Cemetery. Memorials to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Myrtle E. Wilkins
October 8, 1920 – June 10, 2003
The death of Myrtle (Rodgers) (Carson) (Floyd) Wilkins of Barnesville, widow of Raleigh Wilkins occurred June 10, 2003 at Saint John Regional Hospital. She was born at Barnesville, daughter of the late Joseph and Queenie (Osborne) Rodgers. Myrtle was a cook at Wandlyn Motel, Saint John, during the 1960's. She also worked at Silver Glade Nursing Home, Randy's Restaurant and operated Floyd's Special Care Home. She is survived by one son Donald Carson of Barnesville; one daughter Betty Land (Keltie) of Knightville; two sisters Eileen Robertson of Hampton, Doreen McKee of Saint John; 7 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
There will be private visitation and funeral service officiated by Rev. Kent Burdett. Interment in Barnesville Presbyterian Cemetery. The arrangements have been entrusted to Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), Hampton.
Walter E. Thorne
April 16, 1920 – June 21, 2003
The death of Walter E. Thorne of Cambridge, husband of the late Phyllis (MacAlpine) Thorne occurred June 21, 2003 at Saint John Regional Hospital. He was born at MacDonald's Corner, son of the late Butler and Alice (Tolley) Thorne. He was a veteran of WWII serving overseas in England with the Canadian Military Police. Walter was engaged in farming before working for the Department of Transportation retiring in 1983. He is survived by three daughters Barbara Smith (Rev. Paul Smith) of Kingston, Leisa Dube (Jean Paul) of Saint John, Linda Jenkins (Daniel) of Kingston; one son Wayne of Saint John; one sister Dorothy Ferris of Saint John; one brother Niven Thorne (Joyce) of Lower Cambridge; 9 grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers William and Ernest Thorne.
Resting at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton. The funeral will be held Tuesday at Reid's Funeral Home with service at 1:00 pm. Rev. Ted Newell officiating. Interment in First Cambridge Baptist Cemetery, MacDonald’s Corner. Memorials to Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Visiting 6-8pm Sunday and 2-4pm and 6-8pm Monday.
Sarah “Sally” Mary Russell
The death of Sarah “Sally” Mary (Cunningham) Russell of Nauwigewauk, widow of Gordon Russell occurred June 16, 2003 at Saint John Regional Hospital. She was born at Newcastle, daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary Ann (Vienneau) Cunningham. Sally was Post Mistress at Nauwigewauk for many years before working at Hampton Pharmacy from 1970 - 1987. She resided all her married life in Nauwigewauk where she received a Lifetime Membership from Nauwigewauk Community Club and Nauwigewauk Darlings Seniors. Sally was a member of C.W.L. at St. Alphonsus Church, Hampton and the Ladies Auxiliary, Hampton Branch #28, Royal Canadian Legion. She is survived by three daughters Anne Marie Shaw of Fairfield, NB, Sharon Russell of Halifax, NS, Lynn Kilpatrick of Saint John, NB; one son Stephen Russell (Heather) of Beaver Bank, NS; 11 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, one sister Beatrice Taylor; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three sisters Ida, Mona, Eleanor and two half-brothers Clyde and George Holmes.
Resting at Reid’s Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton. The funeral will be held Friday at St. Alphonsus Church, Hampton, with funeral mass at 12 noon. Interment in Acadian Loyalist Cemetery, French Village. Memorials to Canadian Cancer Society or Hampton Food Basket would be appreciated by the family. A Ladies Auxiliary tribute will be held Wednesday at 7pm and Parish Prayer Vigil will be held Thursday at 7pm at the funeral home. Visiting 7-9pm Wednesday and 2-4pm and 7-9pm Thursday.
