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Richard "Dick" Oswald Doncaster
April 12, 1910 - November 24, 2002
Mr. Richard "Dick" Oswald Doncaster, of 1103 Main Street, Sussex Corner, NB passed away at Sussex Health Centre on November 24, 2002.
Born in Amherst NS on April 12, 1910, Dick was the son of the late Clement Oswald and Annie V. (Crowell) Doncaster. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary E. (Webster) Doncaster who passed away in 1980, and is survived by his daughter Shirley McShane of Sussex Corner, his son Charles (Chuck) and his wife Margaret of Calgary, 7 grandchildren; Michele McShane and her husband Patrice Gagnon, Anne, Ted and Frank McShane, Kelly Wutzke and her husband Chris, Jody O'Neail and her husband Eugene and Richard Doncaster, 5 great grandchildren; Alex, Lauren, Dilan, Isabelle and Sophie several nieces and nephews.
Dick was the last surviving member of his immediate family, he was predeceased by 3 brothers Ken, Ernest, Arden and by 3 sisters Hazel, Florence and Louise.
Dick served overseas during World War II in the Canadian Army. He retired in 1971 as a civil servant at Camp Gagetown. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Sussex Branch # 20, a former member of Fownes Lodge F&AM. Dick was former Mayor of the Village of Sussex Corner from 1974-1986. He sat on the Board of Directors for the Sussex Health Centre for several years and was chairperson from 1981- 1984. In earlier years he was actively involved with the Sussex Corner Boy Scouts, Sunday School Superintendent and Coached Sussex Corner Rovers Hockey team.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), where the family will be receiving relatives and friends on Friday 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Zion Lodge F&AM will hold a Masonic Tribute Friday at 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home, followed by a Tribute at 6:45 p.m. by the Royal Canadian Legion Sussex Branch # 20.
The Funeral Service will be held from St. John's United Church on Saturday, November 30, 2002 at 11:00 am, with Rev. Gene Fisher officiating. With the Interment to follow at Midland Cemetery.
Donations made to St. John's United Church, The Sussex Health Centre or to the memorial of the donor's choice would be appreciated by the family.
Helen Margaret Connell
Helen Margaret Connell, of Cumberland Bay, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on November 14, 2002. Born in Codys on May 1, 1916, Margaret was the daughter of the late Harry and Etta (Roberts) Somerville.
Margaret married Gerald Connell on June 29th, 1940 together they had two daughters, Peggy Landry and her husband John of Cumberland Bay, Linda Evanczyk and her husband Bryan of Oneonta, NY, her sister, Emma London of Cody's, three Grandchildren, John Landry and his wife Heather of Fredericton, Dr. Gerald Landry and his wife Colette of Coopers Town, NY and Ryan Evanczyk of Evergreen, Colorado, four Great Grandchildren, Sally, Jane, Joaquim and Genevieve, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Margaret was predeceased by her sisters, Betty, Charlotte and Mary.
She attended Normal School in Fredericton in 1933 and taught school in various locations in Queens and Kings County. She was a gifted teacher and had a way of bringing out the best in her students with her genuine concern and interest in them.
Margaret was a life member of Cody's Womens Institute. She was a member of the Cody's United Baptist Church Ladies Aid and the Church Choir. She was also a member of the Gloria Dei Singers and the New Brunswick Retired Teachers Association.
Margaret loved her family and friends and made time to enjoy the flowers and plants that she loved.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), where the family will be receiving relatives and friends on Friday 2-4, 7-9. The Funeral Service will be held from First Grand Lake United Baptist Church on Saturday, November 16, 2002 at 1:00 pm, with Rev. Hazen Ricker officiating. Interment at Coles Island Cemetery.
Donations made to the First Grand Lake United Baptist Church would be appreciated by the family.
George William Chestnut
June 21, 1918 - December 22, 2001
Mr. George William Chestnut, formerly of Urney, NB, passed away at Ridgewood Veterans Wing on December 22, 2001.
George was born in Smith Creek, NB on June 21, 1918. He was the son of the late Robert Chestnut and Ida Mabee, He is survived by his beloved wife Margaret (Hersey) Chestnut, 2 Daughters Ann Mallory and her husband Raymond of Poodiac, Sarah Mallory of Smith Creek, 5 sons; David of Urney, Ken and his wife Brenda of Toronto, Ronald of Saint John, Stephen of Toronto, Cecil of Vancouver, a brother Donald of Newtown, a sister Edris Anderson of Sussex, 16 Grandchildren, 13 Great Grandchildren Several Nieces and Nephews.
George was predeceased by his son George, his sister Hazel, his brothers Ken, Earl, and Cecil.
He served overseas during WWII in the Canadian Army and he was a past member of the Royal Canadian Legion Sussex Branch # 20 who will hold a tribute on Sunday evening at 6:45pm.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), where the family will be receiving relatives and friends on Sunday 2-4,7-9. The Funeral Service will be held from Wallace Memorial Chapel on Monday, December 24, 2001 at 2:00 pm, with Captains Don and Sandra Roswell officiating. Interment will follow at Newtown Cemetery.
Donations made to the memorial of the donor s choice would be appreciated by the family.
Ray G. Bell
Mr. Ray G. Bell, of Newline, passed away at Sussex Health Centre on September 19, 2002. Born in Sussex Corner, on January 3, 1930, he was the son of the late Harvey and Minnie (Veysey) Bell.
Ray is survived by his brother Lloyd and his wife Charlotte of Newline Rd. and Elmer and his wife Wilma of Newline Rd., his sisters, Jean Bell of Sussex, Muriel Steadman of Sackville, Dorothy Flesh and her husband Joe of Kitchener, Ontario, sister in law Edie Bell of London, Ont, several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his brother Curtis.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176). At Ray s request there will be no visitation. A graveside service will be held at Trinity Cemetery on Wednesday, September 25, 2002 at 10:30 a.m.
Elizabeth Shirley Chase
Mrs. Elizabeth Betty Shirley Chase of White's Mountain, while surrounded by her family, went to be with The Lord on August 25, 2007 at the age of 75. Born in Anderson, Westmorland Co. on August 9, 1932 , she was the daughter of the late Arthur Wesley Crossman and Alma (Bainbridge).
Elizabeth is survived by Darrell, her husband of 55 years, two daughters: Diane Trail and her husband Aubrey of Maugerville and Charis Boone and her husband Jeff of Hartland; two sons: Mark Chase and his wife Karen of Vancouver and Philip Chase and his wife Daniela of Innisfil, Ontario; two sisters: Joan Henry of Fredericton and Esther McKnight of Florida; 12 grandchildren: Andrew, Stephen, Heather, Noel, Isaac, Hilary, Nathan, Krista, Joel, Sacha, Tanya and Jonathan; two great grandchildren: Stephen and Annika; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176).Visitation will be held at the Corn Hill United Baptist Church on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9pm.
The Funeral Service will be held from Corn Hill United Baptist Church on Wednesday August 29, 2007 at 2:00pm . The internment will take place at Newtown Baptist Cemetery .
Donations made to the Corn Hill United Baptist Church or to the memorial of the donor's choice would be appreciated by the family.
Glennie Naomi Dick
Glennie was born in South Branch on July 28, 1912, she was the daughter of the late Warren and Glennie (Aiton) McQuinn and the wife of the late Kenneth Dick who passed away in 1968.
Glennie graduated from Sussex High School and continued her education at the Saint John General Hospital, graduating in 1938. She remained a nurse there until her marriage to Ken Dick in 1942. After their marriage, they moved to Saint John and then to Quebec. In the early 1960's, after the children had grown, Glennie returned to nursing as a private duty nurse at the Jeffrey Hale Hospital in Quebec. In 1967, they returned to Saint John where she became head nurse at the east Saint John Hospital. In 1976, Glennie returned to Sussex and retired where she lived until the opening of Kings Manor where she remained until 2006. At the age of 55, Glennie received her driver's license and drove until she was 92. Glennie was a member of the NBRNA and the Alumni of the Saint John General Hospital.
Glennie is survived by her daughter, Patricia Rideout and Jim Burns of Hillgrove; her son, Hal Dick of Moncton; two sisters: Anne Moffett of Sussex and Beth McFarlane and her husband Lawrence of Sussex; five grandchildren: Trevor Dick of BC, Alison Oliver and her husband Ryan of BC, Matthew Rideout of Jordan Mountain, Mark Rideout and his wife Tanya of Manhurst, and Kathleen Rideout and Shane Reid of Salisbury; three great grandchildren: Madison, Molly and Ryder; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Glennie was predeceased by her stepmother, Emily (Smith) who passed away in 1946; two sisters: Mary Kelchauser who passed away in 1961 and Jean Welton who passed away in 1991; by her brother, Aiton "Joe" McQuinn who passed away in 1994 and by her brother-in-law, Dave Moffett who passed away in 2007.
Mrs. Glennie Naomi Dick of Magnolia Ave. Sussex, passed away at the Sussex Health Centre on August 13, 2007 at the age of 95.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), where visitation will be held on Thursday, August 16, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9pm.
The Funeral Service will be held from St. Marks Anglican Church on Friday August 17, 2007 at 11:00am, with Rev. Allen Tapley officiating. There will be a time of fellowship with the family in the Church Hall following the Service.
The Interment will take place at Kirk Hill Cemetery.
Lillian Ruth Fenwick
Mrs. Lillian Ruth Fenwick of 12715 Rte 10 Keirstead Mountain, passed away at the Millcove Nursing Home on August 16, 2007 at the age of 93. Born in Saint John on December 10, 1913, she was the daughter of the late John and Ruth (Secord) Stackhouse and was the wife of the late Lloyd Fenwick who passed away in 1986.
Lillian is survived by her son Wesley with whom she resided, her brother, James Stackhouse and his wife Marion of Long Creek, as well as several nieces and nephews. Lillian was predeceased by two brothers; Alfred and John.
Lillian worked along side of her husband on the family farm in Keirstead Mountain.
She was a member of Keirstead United Baptist Church.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), where visitation will be held on Friday, August 17, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm.
The Funeral Service will be held from Keirstead Mountain United Baptist Church on Saturday, August 18, 2007 at 2:00 pm.
The Interment will take place at Keirstead Mountain Cemetery.
There will be a time of fellowship with the family in the Church basement following the internment.
Lois Elizabeth DeVine
Mrs. Lois Elizabeth DeVine of Hillsdale passed away at the Sussex Health Centre on August 29, 2007 at the age of 87.
Lois Elizabeth DeVine was born in Poodiac on April 22, 1920 , she was the daughter of the late George Esley and Verna May (Baxter) Adair and the wife of the late Hugh John DeVine who passed away in 1975. She was a member of St. Anthony's Roman Catholic Church in Upham. Lois was always there for other people and took time to care for the sick. Family was very important to her and her fondest memories were the birth of her sons.
Lois is survived by four sons: John of Saint John, Walter and his wife Patricia of Hillsdale, Bernard and his wife Joan of Sussex Corner, Douglas and his wife Diane of Jeffries Corner; two sisters: Doris Payne of Hillsdale, Daisy McKinney of Hampton; two brothers: Otty Adair and his wife Hattie of Smith Creek, Hartley Adair and his wife Betty of Niagara Falls, Ontario; 15 grandchildren: Randy DeVine and his wife Mary-Lou, Beth Armstrong and her husband Bradley, Heather DeVine and Mark Thompson, Stacy DeVine and Kevin Murphy, Sherry Nelson and her husband Kevin,
Tanya Mason and her husband Kendall, Neal DeVine and is wife Amber, Kevin DeVine and his wife Jacqueline, Colleen DeVine, Robert Irvine, Carrie Hamilton and her husband Shane, Tina Smith and her husband Joe, Jennie Wright, Rodney Wright and Brenda Wright.; 21 great grandchildren: Alexandra, Jillian, Samantha, Michael, Tyler, Brittany, Erica, Madison, Niklaus, Evan, Shae-Lyn, Carr-Lee, Sheyan, Alexander, Jeremy, Paula, Brandon, Ryan, Colby, Mark and Jacob; as well as several nieces and nephews. Lois is predeceased by her son Robert and by her grandson Michael.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex , (506-433-1176), where visitation will be held on Friday 2-4 and 7-9pm .
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic on Saturday, September 1, 2007 at 10:00 am , followed by a time of fellowship with the family in the Church Hall.
The Interment will take place at Saddleback Cemetery at 12:30pm .
Marjorie Olive Simpson
Marjorie Olive Simpson was born in Lower Millstream on November 23, 1920 , she was the daughter of the late Abram Large and Sarah L. (Goddard) Parlee. You may have known her by Marjorie, Olive or even Sue.
Marjorie is survived by her husband Ernest Simpson; two daughters: Barbara Elderkin of Sussex, Pauline Sawby of Saskatchewan; her sister, Louise Pearl Lockhart of Bathurst, NB; seven grandchildren: Pam Safruk and her husband Todd of Calgary, Alberta, Leslie Beierbach of Okotoks, Alberta and her fianc e Robert Pitcock of Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA, Dale Elderkin and his wife Brenda of Hay River, NWT. Kevin Elderkin and Tamra Simpson of Medicine Hat, Alberta, Samantha Jacksteit and her husband Quinton of Maple Creek , Saskatchewan, Renee Weimer and her husband Todd of Medicine Hat, Alberta, Jason Sawby and his wife Laura Skrumeda of Maple Creek. Alberta ; 11 great grandchildren: Trevor, Travis, Chad, Courtney, Lacy, Jamie, Logan, Maverick, Sydney, Trey, Jadon; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Marjorie was predeceased by her daughter, Anita; two sons: Allan and Wayne; two brothers: Nelson and George Parlee; five sisters: Florence Chown, Lulu Eldridge, Mabel Chown, Dorothy (Callahan) McFarlane and Charlotte (Lottie) Parlee and by her brother-in-law, Eldon Lockhart.
Marjorie was an active member of the Keirstead Mountain Baptist Church. She was the Church Organist for many years and played throughout the Millstream. She was a former member of the Keirstead Mountain Ladies Aide, a former employee of Wade's General Store in Berwick and Stedman's in Sussex. She never would complain or say a negative comment. Marjorie was a devoted Christian and lived her life with Faith, Hope and Love. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing and quilting and many of her family were blessed to have one of her quilts. She had a love for nature, she enjoyed sitting in her chair and watching the different birds that visited her yard, she loved to write and had written many beautiful poems.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), where visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9pm .
The Funeral Service will be held from Wallace Community Chapel on Thursday, August 16, 2007 at 2:00 pm.
The Interment will take place at Riverbank Cemetery.There will be a time of fellowship with the family at the funeral home following the committal service.
Wilfred Milton Blackett
Mr. Wilfred Milton Blackett was born in Charlottetown, PEI on April 3, 1942, he was the son of the late Daniel and Marie (Savidon) Blackett.
Milton is survived by his children: Carole Blackett of Sussex and Daniel Wright and his wife Tammy of Saint John; by their mother Lisa Blackett of Sussex, five grandchildren: Maya, Tamika, Colton, Spencer and George Fair; his sister Bertha Leblanc of Weymouth, NS, two brothers: Ross Blackett, Lloyd Blackett and his wife Lee Goddard all of PEI, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Milton was predeceased by three brothers: Danny, Bill and Harris and two sisters: Mabel and Joyce.
Mr. Milton Blackett of 646 Waterford Rd. Waterford, passed away at the Sussex Health Centre on August 14, 2007 at the age of 65.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), where visitation will be held on Friday, August 17, 2007 from 7-9pm.
The Funeral Service will be held from Wallace Community Chapel on Saturday at 11:00am.
The Interment will take place at Creightonville Cemetery.
Donations made to the Living Memorial or to a memorial of the donor's choice would be appreciated by the family.
Raymond Arthur Sharp
Mr. Raymond Arthur Sharp of Sussex Corner passed away in Upper Gagetown on August 17, 2007 at the age of 39. Born in Saint John on November 22, 1967, he was the son of Ann (Whitters) Sharp and the late Arthur Sharp who passed away in 1996. Raymond is survived by his mother of Sussex Corner, his fianc e, Debbie Morrow of Gagetown, as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins. Raymond was an employee of the Oromocto Mall in Oromocto, NB
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), where visitation will be held on Monday 2-4 and 7-9pm.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Francis Xavier RC Church on Tuesday, August 21, 2007 at 11:00 am. The Interment will take place at Wards Creek Cemetery.
Stewart Greenwood
Stewart Greenwood was born in Chaceley, Gloucestershire, England on July 22, 1918.
He was the son of the late Leonard and Ada (Whaley) Greenwood. Stewart graduated grade 8 from the local public school and studied highway engineering through the International Correspondence School. In 1930, at the age of 12, he and his family immigrated to Canada, arriving by ship into Montreal. They settled in Waterborough, where he grew up on St. Ives Farm. He attended the Waterborough School, and helped his father on the farm and with his butchering business. He later worked at the Wiggins Box Factory. Stewart joined the Canadian Army on October 8th, 1940, served in Saint John, Camp Borden and overseas from 1944 with the Canadian Provost Corps, until he was discharged as a Sergeant, February 1946 in Fredericton. He became a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (I.O.O.F.) in 1938, and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion since 1947 receiving his Legion Meritorious Service Medal (L.M.S.M.) and holding several positions including: Past President, Poppy chair and Service Officer; he was a charter member of the Royal Canadian Legion Grand Washademoak Branch # 60.
In 1960, Stewart worked as a Road Construction Superintendent with Modern Construction Ltd. for 23 years until his retirement in 1982. He also worked for John Dysart with Cassidy Lake Potash Company. Stewart was very active in St. Luke's Anglican Church, serving on vestry and as a Worden for many years. He loved to travel, take bus tours, cross-country ski, skate and garden. He volunteered with Meals-on-Wheels until his failing health prevented him. He also enjoyed attending military-themed functions at Base Gagetown and the Tatoo.
Stewart is survived by his wife Lena May (Sleep) Greenwood; two daughters: Ferne Greenwood and her husband Frank MacDonald of Bedford, NS, Bonnie Greenwood and her husband Bill Robinson of Fredericton; two grandchildren: Andrew Robinson of Toronto and Sarah Robinson of Fredericton; two sisters: June Wiggins and her husband Noble of Youngs Cove Rd. and Vanda White and her husband Ken of Saint John; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Mr. Stewart Bonear Greenwood of Union Settlement Rd. Waterborough passed away at the Millcove Nursing Home on August 12, 2007 at the age of 89.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex , (506-433-1176), where visitation will be held on Thursday from 6-9 pm .
The Royal Canadian Legion Grand Washademoak Branch # 60 and Sussex Branch #20 will hold a Tribute Thursday evening at 6:45pm .
The Funeral Service will be held from St. Luke s Anglican Church, Youngs Cove Rd. on Friday, August 17, 2007 at 2:00 pm. The Interment will take place at St. Luke s Anglican Church.
As an expression of sympathy, donations made to the Millcove Nursing Home, St. Luke s Anglican Church, Youngs Cove or to the memorial of the donor s choice would be appreciated by the family.
John Thomas Maxwell
Mr. Tom John Thomas Maxwell of Marshall Hill Road, Wards Creek, passed away at the Sussex Health Centre on August 8, 2007 at the age of 66.
Tom is survived by Rose Rosalind (Price ) his beloved wife of 40 years. Three daughters: Kimberly Maxwell and Chris Alward of Moncton, Cindy Douthwright and her husband Rodney of Salisbury, Stacey of Wards Creek; his son: Michael and his wife Mary of Wards Creek, his brother, Mickey and his wife Mary of Moncton, his sisters: Irene Borden and her husband Allan of Moncton, Elizabeth Gaffield and her husband Joe of Toronto; six grandchildren: Kelsey Daigle, Max Alward, Brandon Douthwright, Erika Douthwright, Jeremy Maxwell and Jonathan (Merv) Maxwell, his mother-in-law: Marjorie Price of Salisbury Rd, NB, as well as several nieces and nephews.
John Thomas Maxwell was the son of the late Mervyn and Dorothy (Booth) Maxwell and was born on December 16th, 1940 on a kitchen table in Harrisville, NB., later moving to the Mill Road in (Lewisville) Moncton. Tom took his first job during high school, delivering groceries to earn money for his cigarettes. He graduated from Moncton High School in 1960. Upon graduation, Tom began an eighteen-year career with Star Electric, where he received his electricians license. Tom met Rose Lewis of Gunningsville, NB and wed on December 17th, 1966. In their Gunningsville home, Tom and Rose raised their four children and Tom developed his life long passion for working on race cars. Tom went on to win the seasons championship at Riverglade Speedway in 1968. Many great times and several wonderful friendships were developed at that track. Tom and Rose built a camp on the Kennebecasis River where the family spent most weekends, summers and a number of Christmases. They enjoyed snowmobiling, swimming, fishing, hunting and spending time around the fire barrel.
In Tom s final years at Star Electric, he became the Electrical Coordinator at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital in Fredericton , completing the job as Project Manager. In the early 1970 s the family moved to Fredericton, after the completion of the hospital in 1976, a business opportunity presented itself in the Sussex area. Tom formed Maxwell Construction, which he operated for over 30 years, retiring in 2005. During the off season, Tom and Rose enjoyed many trips including, Hawaii, Mexico, Spain and the Caribbean.
After his retirement, Tom and Rose took their new truck and fifth-wheeler and headed south and for two years, they spent several months there each winter. Tom loved his family and would look forward to Christmas dinner when all his grandchildren were there, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling and NASCAR, his love of hunting began with his father and uncles at an early age. He enjoyed all game hunting but was passionate about moose; having several successful hunts in Little Salmon River and 13 in Newfoundland . Throughout the years, Tom continued his love of racing; following the NASCAR circuit and attending races in Atlanta and Talladega .
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), where visitation will be held on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm.
The Funeral Service will be held from Wallace Community Chapel on Saturday, August 11, 2007 at 11:00 am. The Interment will take place at Evergreen Memorial Park.
As an expression of sympathy donations made to the Friends of the Moncton Hospital Oncology Dept. or to the memorial of the donor s choice would be appreciated by the family.
Robert Bob Garry Brown
Bob was born on March 31, 1946, he was the son of Rosemond (McMillian) Brown of the Kiwanis Nursing Home formerly of Snider Mountain and late Austin G. Brown who passed away in 1985.
Bob is survived by his wife Carol (Hourihan); his son, Shawn of Riverbank; his brother, David of Mount Middleton; his sisters: Dorothy Kahlil and her husband of Gamil of Sussex and Faye Barley and her husband Roy of Ontario; as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Bob was employed with the Department of Transportation as a plough truck operator and prior to that he was a former employee of Rouse Construction, Millstream Creamer and Atlantic Wholesaler. Bob loved his family, his 21 years old cockatil "Pete" and his cat "Suzie". He enjoyed: hunting, fishing, golf, four wheeler, travelling to Bar Harbor. Maine, Reading, and watching the birds that visited his feeder.
Bob Brown of Riverbank, passed away at the Sussex Health Centre on September 5, 2007 at the age of 61.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), where visitation will be held on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic on Saturday, September 8, 2007 at 10:00 am. The Interment will take place at Riverbank Cemetery.
Donations made to a memorial of the donor's choice would be appreciated by the family.
Eileen McDonald
1933-2002
Mrs. Eileen McDonald of Kiwanis Nursing Home, Sussex, New Brunswick passed away at her residence on January 2, 2002. Eileen was born in Poodiac NB on September 6, 1933; she was the daughter of the late Cecil and Ethel (Matthews) Mallery. Eileen was the beloved wife of the late Roy McDonald who passed away in 1989.
Eileen is survived by three daughters: Connie Moss and her husband Kevin of Penobsquis, Carol McDonald of Lower Millstream, Heather Smith and her husband Lloyd of Hampton; two sisters: Glenna Mallery and Jack Beers of Moncton, Shirley Goddard and her husband Reg of Penobsquis; six brothers: Gerald and his wife Gladys of New Line, Willard and his wife Norma of Sussex Corner, Alvin and his wife Alice of Dutch Valley, Reynold and his wife Mona of Apohaqui, Raymond and his wife Ann of Poodiac, Donald and his wife Joan of Cumberland Rd.; her brother-in-law Murray Proctor of Berwick; two sisters-in-law: Evelyn Mallery of Sussex, Theresa Brown of Hammonvale; her mother-in-law: Mona McDonald of Berwick; four grandchildren: Aaron, Ryan, Nathan and Ashley, as well as several nieces and nephews, and her friends and family at the Kiwanis Nursing Home.
Eileen is predeceased by infant siblings: Vivian, James and Roy, as well as her brother Frederick Mallery and by her sister Elizabeth Proctor.
She was a member of the Kiwanis Resident Council and MS Society.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176) where the family will be receiving relatives and friends on Friday 1-3, 7-9. The Funeral Service will be held from Sussex Wesleyan Church on Saturday, January 5, 2002 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Stephen Bradley officiating. The Interment will take place at Trinity Cemetery.
Donations made to MS, Kiwanis Nursing Home, Sussex Wesleyan Church or to the memorial of the donor s choice would be appreciated by the family.
Mother of the Year her latest triumph!
Eileen McDonald, 53 suffers from multiple sclerosis but you wouldn t know it from the whirlwind of activity she s become at Sussex s Kiwanis Nursing Home.
Not only does she read recipes to other residents during cooking hour, she also bowls, plays Bingo, attends musicales and rides the Kiwanis van when patients go on shopping trips or picnics.
Eileen was also crowned queen of the nursing home s winter carnival this year.
With all this under her belt, it s likely she should be able to take her latest honor mother of the year in stride. She was given the award by the Kings County Unit of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada which drew her name from the five mothers in the unit with MS.
Vola Eudorah Durling
1914-2006
Mrs. Vola Eudorah Durling of Scenic View Special Care Home Sussex, NB and formerly of Bridgetown,NS passed away at Sussex Health Centre on October 29, 2006. Born in Carlton Corner, NS on October 25, 1914, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Flora Edith (Penny) Taylor and the beloved wife of the late Harold R. Durling who passed away in 1975.
Vola is survived by her son, Daniel and his wife Barbara of Sussex; her brother, Charles "Lindy" Taylor and his wife Betty of Bridgetown, NS; her sisters-in-law: Lina Taylor of Bridgetown, NS and Anne Taylor of Nanaimo, BC; her grandchildren: Tracey Candy and her husband Philip of Sussex, Tammy Rosa and her husband Jocelyn of Waterdown, Ontario and Timothy Durling and his wife Tracy of Moncton, NB; six great grandchildren: Matthew and Patrick Candy, Emily and Kathryn Rosa, Parker and Grace Durling, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Vola was predeceased by her brothers: Melbourne, George, Arch, Ronald and Frank Taylor; and by her sisters: Mary Taylor, Goldie Perry, Beatrice Taylor and Nina Schnare and her great granddaughter, Hilary Candy.
Vola was a former member of the Royal Canadian Legion Bridgetown Branch Ladies Auxiliary and St. James Anglican Church in Bridgetown, NS.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Dr. Sussex, NB (506) 433-1176 and Kaulbach Family Funeral Home, 385 Grandville St., Bridgetown, NS (902) 665-4497. At Vola s request no visitation will be held. The Funeral Service will be held from St. James Anglican Church, Bridgetown, NS on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 3:00 pm. The Interment will take place at Riverside Cemetery, Bridgetown, NS.
As an expression of sympathy donations made to the St. James Anglican Church or the Riverbank Cemetery, Bridgetown, NS would be appreciated by the family.
Father Raymond James J. Mullaly
Father Raymond James J. Mullaly of 87 Mercer Settlement Rd. Norton, NB, passed away at Sussex Health Centre on July 3, 2006 at the age of 76. Born in Norton, NB on January 14, 1930, he was the son of the late James and Margaret (Keohan) Mullaly. Father Mullaly is survived by his sisters, Roberta Cosman and her husband Kemys of Norton, Betty Mullaly of Halifax, NS, his sister-in-law, Lois Mullaly of Richmond, BC, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Father Mullaly was predeceased by his brother, Joseph Mullaly and by five sisters, Eileen Bagley, Helene Mullaly, Carmel Mullaly, Carol Mullaly and Grace Kelly.
Father Mullaly graduated from Norton High School in 1947, continuing his education at the Provincial Normal School in Fredericton where he received his teacher s license. He taught in New Brunswick schools for a number of years. He later attended St. Josephs University in Moncton and Holy Heart Seminary in Halifax. He was Ordained on June 5, 1960 at Sacred Heart in Halifax and was with the Dominican Order for a short time. He was Parish Priest at many churches through out New Brunswick. He later studied Canon Law in Ottawa to become a judge for the marriage tribunal and acted as a judge until he became ill.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), with visitation on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated from Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church on Thursday, July 6th, 2006 at 2:00 pm followed by the Interment at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Cemetery. There will be a time of fellowship with the family in the Church Hall following the Committal Service.
As an expression of sympathy donations made to the Sacred Heart Cemetery or to the memorial of the donor s choice would be appreciated by the family.
Marguerite L. Sear
Mrs. Marguerite L. Sear of Scenic View Special Care Home, Fox Hill, New Brunswick passed away at her residence on Wednesday, October 25th, 2006 in her 103 year. Born in Mount Middleton, NB on October 27, 1903, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mabel (Chapman) Patterson.
Marguerite went to the United States from Canada to live in Everett, Massachusetts with her aunt and uncle, Suzie and Jim Urquhart. She got a job at the Forbes Lithograph Company in Everett, where she met Frederick Moulton. When they married, they resided in Everett for a few years. They then moved to West Medway, where her parents lived. Marquerite and Fred lived on Village Street for many years.
They purchased a home of their own, in West Medway, in the late 40's. They lived there until Fred's death in 1960. There was a pine grove on the property, which they used as a picnic area. You would meet relatives and friends, new and old, at the picnics. What great times we had there. Marguerite and Fred belonged to the Episcopal Church where he sang in the choir and she played the piano. Marguerite always had a large garden of vegetables and flowers. There was also a few groundhogs around, to keep her hopping. But, they never got the best of her!
Marguerite went on a visit to Sussex one day and met an old friend she hadn't seen for many, many years. He was the barber in Sussex, Roy Sear. He had also lost a spouse. They renewed their friendship and fell in love. They were married in August 1962. Marguerite never had any children of her own, but she ended her life with a fine family. When she married Roy, she also inherited a step-son, David Sear, a step-granddaughter Cathy, and a step- great granddaughter Katelyn. How lucky could one person be? Marguerite was blessed with 2 wonderful husbands in her lifetime. She is survived by her step-son, David Sear of Ottawa, Ontario, her step-granddaughter, Cathy Robitaille of Penetanguishene, Ontario, her step-great granddaughter, Katelyn, her nieces and nephews in the United States: Joanne Bove and Rita and Claude Muzarol of Medford, Massachusetts; Marie Battinelli of Somerville, Massachusetts; Ann Gause of Berwick, Pennsylvania; Marilyn and Robert Lenick of Granby, Conneticut; Harold and Marilyn Traynor of Modesto, California; David and Cathy of Virginia Beach, Virginia; and the late Robert Traynor of Narragansett, Rhode Island; Veronica and Edward McClellan of Westland, Michigan; Catello Battinelli of Somerville Massachusetts; Anthony Bove of Medford, Massachusetts; Karl Gause of Berwick, Pennsylvania.
Marguerite was predeceased by her first husband Fred Moulton who passed away December 2, 1960 and by her second husband Roy Sear who passed away February 1, 1973 and by her two sisters, Laura Traynor and Meda Lavelle. Marguerite was the last surviving member of her immediate family.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex. The Funeral Service is held from Wallace Memorial Chapel on Friday, October 27th, 2006 at 11:00 am. Rev. David Barrett officiating. A graveside service will be held at Evergreen Cemetery, Medway, Mass under the direction of Crowley Funeral Home, Medway Mass.(508)989-1917
Grace Blanche Johnston
Grace Blanche Johnston of Bayview Special Care Home, Kars, NB, passed away peacefully to her reward at her residence on Friday October 20, 2006 at the age of 90. Born in Dunsinene, NB on July 7, 1916, she was the daughter of the late George B. and Blanche (McNair) Johnston.
Grace is survived by her brother; Murray and Erna of Riverview, as well by her nephews; Glendon and Wayne Tait of Jordon Mountain and by a host of good friends who will certainly miss her. Grace was of deep religious convictions and was greatly devoted to home and family. She was predeceased by her parents, brothers: George and Frank Johnston, and by her sister, Mary Tait.
Grace was of deep religious convictions and was greatly devoted to home and family. She was highly educated. She graduated from Jordan Mountain School and continued her education at the Provincial Normal School, Mount Allison University, University of New Brunswick and Acadia University and received her BA and BEd degrees. She taught 25 successful years in the public schools of New Brunswick. However, after 1967, Grace decided to remain at home due to the failing health of her parents.
Arrangements were entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, Sussex. At Grace s request there was no visitation.
A private family Funeral service was held from Wallace Memorial Chapel on October 22, 2006 with Pastor Troy Campbell officiating.
The Musical Selections "What a Day that will be", "Take My Hand Precious Lord"
"Sheltered in the Arms of God", "He is Fairer" and "Old Rugged Cross" were sung by Anne Williams.
The Interment was in held in the family mausoleum vault at Gosline Cemetery, Knightville, NB.
Gail Patricia Briggs
Mrs. Gail Patricia Briggs of 1025 Carsonville Rd. Carsonville, NB passed away at the Sussex Health Centre on July 2, 2006 at the age of 69.
Born in Toronto, Ontario on July 13, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Thomas "Harry" and Charlotte (Owen) Toogood. Gail is survived by her beloved husband Doug, three daughters; Sharon Pretty and her husband Rolly of Calmar, Alberta; Patricia Williams and her husband Cedric of Sussex Corner and Charlene Parlee and her husband Philip of Dutch Valley, two sons; David and his wife Lori of McGregor Brook and Michael and his wife Jennie of Elliotvale, PEI, four brothers; Harold and his wife Sandra, Donald and his wife Pam, Lorne and his wife Sue, Gary and his daughter Charlotte and her sister; Diane Gettel all of Ontario, 11 grandchildren; Arlynn, Morgan, Dylan, Jason, Jennifer, Scott, Rachel, Jarrod, Ashlyn, Matthew and Todd, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Gail was a wife and mother who always put her family and friends before herself, she was a member of the Carsonville Head of Millstream United Church, where she was a member of the UCW for many years. She was an associate member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 20, where she devoted countless volunteer hours. She loved flowers and enjoyed traveling, especially to Ontario and out West. Gail was a collector, and enjoyed collecting old dolls, coins, elephants and thimbles.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), with visitation on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9pm.
The Royal Canadian Legion Sussex Branch #20 will hold a tribute Wednesday evening at 6:45.
The Funeral Service will be from Carsonville Head of Millstream United Church on Thursday, July 6th , 2006 at 11:00 am, followed by the Interment at Carsonville Cemetery.
There will be a time of fellowship with the family at the Berwick Recreation Centre following the Committal Service.
As an expression of sympathy donations made to the Carsonville Cemetery or to the memorial of the donor s choice would be appreciated by the family.
Raymond "Rae" Vaughan Miller
1925-2006
Mr. Raymond "Rae" Vaughan Miller of Sussex and formerly of St. Martins passed away at Sussex Health Centre on June 27, 2006 at the age of 80. Born in St Martins, New Brunswick on December 26, 1925, he was the son of the late Walter and Madena (Vaughan) Miller.
Rae is survived by his beloved wife Henny C. (Fuglsang) Miller, his daughter; Jan Miller Hunt and her husband Scott Hunt of Calgary, three sons; Chris and his wife Janice of Wards Creek, Peter and his wife Sharon of Sussex and Michael and his wife Mich le of Gatineau, Quebec, eight Grandchildren; Isabel, Martin, Christopher, Niya, Jenna, Erika, Anna and Maren, as well as several nieces and nephews. Rae is predeceased by; his brother Douglas and his sister Ethelwyn (Tootie) McKnight.
Rae graduated from RCS. He was a member and past Master of Zion Lodge # 21 F&AM. He was a member Trinity Anglican Church, St. Martins where he was a former Church Vestry member. He was a member of Trinity Anglican Church, Sussex where he was a former Church Warden and Vestry member and a former superintendent of Sunday School. He was past president and member of the Wood Lake Fishing Club, past trustee of the District 18 School Board, Rae held the rank of Captain with the 8th Hussars Militia, he was a former member of the Jaycee's and past president and member of Kings East PC Association. He sat on the board of directors of Kirk Hill Cemetery and was a member of the Wednesday night Bridge Club. Rae owned and operated Miller's Meat and Groceries.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Wallace Funeral Home, 34 Sunnyside Drive, Sussex, (506-433-1176), with visitation on Thursday from2-4 and 7-9 pm. Zion Lodge #21 F&AM will hold a Masonic Tribute Thursday evening at 6:30. The Funeral Service will be from Trinity Anglican Church on Friday, June 30, 2006 at 11:00 am with Rev. David Barrett officiating. A Private family Interment will take place at Kirk Hill Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy donations made to the memorial of the donor's choice would be appreciated by the family.
