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BOUCHER, Livain Joseph "Joe" - 87, 66 Marconi Towers, RR1, Glace Bay, passed away February 25, 2000, in the Glace Bay Health Care Complex. Born in St. Norbert, N.B., he was a son of the late Levi Boucher and Vena (Thibodeau) Boucher-Gero. He was a member of St. Anthony's Parish, Glace Bay. He was employed as a boiler engineer for 25 years at the Sydney Airport. He was a veteran of the Second World War, a member of Tower Road branch of the Royal Canadian Legion and also a member of the Tower Road Volunteer Fire Department. He is survived by his son, Joseph Paul, Tower Road; stepson, Peter Flint Boucher, Black Brook; foster son, John Michael Brace, Ontario; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Lottie Angela "Dot" (Flint) Boucher; son, Richard Callis Boucher; a brother in infancy. Arrangements have been entrusted to Curry Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. today, February 27, 2000 in St. Anthony's Church, Rev. Jake Andrea officiating. Burial will follow in the parish Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to any charity.
CONROD-SCHOOK, Edna - 83 years, of Montague Mines, passed away February 24, 2000 at the QEII Health Sciences Centre, New Infirmary Site, Halifax. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late James and Mary (Brooks) Conrod. She ran several businesses during her working career, including Halifax Boiler Chipers, Conrods Coals and was vice president of Sunlight Glass before retiring in 1991. She is survived by a son, John Schook, Waverly; a sister, Dorothy Keddy, Dartmouth; a brother, Roy Conrod, Dartmouth; nephews, Fred Duggan and Phillip Duggan, both of Dartmouth; many more nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, Robert, Charles, Clarence, James, Frank, Bernie, Bill, Gerlad, Gordon; a sister, Dollrose. Visiting will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, February 27, 2000 in Dartmouth Funeral Home, 29 Queen Street. Funeral mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Monday, February 28, 2000 in St. Mary's Bascilica, Halifax, Rev. John Williams officiating. Cremation will follow, burial will be at a later date in Mount Olivet Cemetery.
CUNNINGHAM, Elizabeth Ann "Betty" - 62, MacDonald St., New Glasgow, formerly of Linacy, passed away Friday, February 25, 2000, in the Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in New Glasgow, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Vera Mae (Langille) Cholmondeley. She was a member of St. George's Anglican Church, New Glasgow. She had been employed with Kentucky Fried Chicken (East River Road) for 10 years and at the former Turn-A-Bout, Linacy. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and camping. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Lloyd; daughters, Kari Lee Cunningham, Ottawa; Shirley Ann (Jack) Cromwell, Gwen Cunningham, New Glasgow; Vera (Frank) Parker, Pleasant Valley; Barbara (Donald) Parker, Durham; Brenda (Scott) MacLean, New Glasgow; sons, David (Joann), Truro; Kenny (Mary), New Glasgow; Robert (Joni), Gander, Nfld.; sister, Alice (Doug) Smith, Dartmouth; brothers, Allister, Moncton; Rev. Arthur "Bundy" (Linda), London, Ont.; Gary (Diane), Oshawa, Ont.; Howard (Beverly), Trenton; 21 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by son, Bruce Arthur; sister, Shirley Zentner; brothers, Gordon, Harold and Stephen David in infancy. Visiting will be from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today, February 27, 2000; funeral service will be held 1:30 p.m. Monday, February 28, 2000 all in P. & K. MacDonald Funeral Home, New Glasgow, Rev. Kevin Steeper officiating. Burial in Thorburn Cemetery. Donations may be made in her memory to Canadian Cancer Society.
DOUCET, Zabine A. - 82, Pere Fiset Guest Home, Cheticamp, formerly of Grand Etang, passed away February 24, 2000, in Sacred Heart Community Health Centre, Cheticamp. Born in Point Cross, she was a daughter of the late William and Catherine (LeFort) Doucet. She was a member of St. Joseph's Church, St. Joseph Du Moine; a member of New Horizon Senior Citizens Club, St. Joseph Du Moine and a member of Ladies of Ste. Anne Society, St. Joseph Du Moine. She is survived by her son, Ronnie, Grand Etang; daughters, Pauline (Mrs. Richard Briggs), Hollywood, Fla.; Marie Catherine (Mrs. Tom McAndrews), Waltham, Mass.; Ethel (Mrs. Gilbert Plourde), Lida (Mrs. Jean Paul Babineau), Emilie (Mrs. Arnold Dithurbide), Grand Etang; brother, Philip, Cheticamp; sister, Elizabeth Leblanc, Petit Etang; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Emilien Doucet; brothers, Charlie, Marcellin, Johnny, Raymond, Joseph, Leo; sisters, Josephine, Bertha, Sophie, Lucie Anne, Mary. Visiting will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, February 27, 2000 in Cheticamp Funeral Home. Funeral 10 a.m. Monday, February 28, 2000 in St. Joseph's Church, St. Joseph Du Moine. Burial in the parish Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Pere Fiset Guest Home, Cheticamp.
ERNST, Wesley Arthur Francis - 107, Blockhouse, Lunenburg Co., passed away February 24, 2000, at home. Born January 13, 1893, in Clearland, Lunenburg Co., he was a son of the late Obediah and Margaret (Keddy) Ernst. He is survived by his wife of 75 years, C. Edna (Aulenback) Ernst; daughters, Marion Wilneff and her husband Lester, Blockhouse; Norma Sawler and her husband Wilbert, Western Shore; Reanie Fraser and her husband Ted, Pembroke, Ont.; Beatrice Veinotte and her husband Margeson, New Cornwall; sons, Clarence and his wife June, Caledonia, Ont.; Franklyn and his wife Thelma, Dartmouth; Claude, Blockhouse; Burliegh and his wife Rosalie, Blockhouse; Welton, New Cornwall; 25 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by daughters, Jessie Wentzell and Alma Cottenden; sisters, Corella, Daisy, Margaret, Dorothy and Glennie; brothers, Vincent, Ellis, Cecil and Ainsley. Visiting will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today, February 27, 2000 in Mahone Funeral Home, 32 Parish St., Mahone Bay. Funeral service will be held 3:30 p.m. Monday, February 28, 2000 in St. John's Lutheran Church, Mahone Bay. Rev. Val Henning officiating. Burial will be in the Garden of Rest Cemetery, Blockhouse. Flowers from the family only please. Memorial donations may be made to Lunenburg County Branch of the VON, HomeCare Nova Scotia or St. John's Lutheran Church Memorial Fund through the Mahone Funeral Home.
FIRTH, Ada Viola - 83, Clyde River, formerly of West Green Harbour, passed away February 25, 2000, at home. Born in West Green Harbour, she was a daughter of the late Winslow and Agnes (Longley) Williams. She is survived by her son, Raymond, Rock Hill, S.C.; daughters, Edith Crowell, Clyde River; Grace Bullerwell, Quispamsis, N.B.; Myrtle Firth, Toronto; Mildred Kovacs, Hamilton, Ont.; Hazel Firth, Etobicoke, Ont.; 14 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter. She was predeceased by her husband, Lewis James; daughter, Frances; brothers, Hector, Raymond, Gordon, Ernest; sisters, Annie, Clara Hallett. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. today, February 27, 2000, in H.M. Huskilson's Funeral Home, Shelburne, Rev. Ron Coole officiating. Burial in Scotts Memorial Cemetery, West Green Harbour. Family flowers only. Donations to any charity
JOHNSON, Elizabeth Louise - 81, Petite Riviere, Lunenburg County, passed away February 24, 2000 in Scarsdale, Lunenburg County. Born in Crousetown, Lunenburg County, she was a daughter of the late George and Annie Mae (Johnson) Smith. She was a member of Wesley United Church, Petite Riviere. Surviving are her daughters, Pearl, Scarsdale; June, Richmond Hill, Ontario; sons, Ronald, Petite Riviere; Bain, Oak Ridges, Ontario; sister, Freda Fenwick, Courtenay, BC; numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Phinney; daughter, Susan; sister, Lillian; granddaughter, Shelly. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Graveside memorial service will be 1 p.m. Monday, February 28, 2000 in Wesley United Church Cemetery, Petite Riviere. Reverend Ed Cawley officiating. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to Wesley United Church, Petite Riviere or South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Arrangements have been entrusted to the R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville.
KERNICK, William A. "Bill" - 73, 90 Shore Rd., Sydney Mines, passed away Friday, February 25, 2000 in the Northside General Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines, he was a son of the late Archibald and Bertha (Quinn) Kernick. He served in the Canadian Infantry in the Second World War. He was a member of Branch 19, Royal Canadian Legion, North Sydney for 43 years. In 1945 he joined Sarnia sailing the St. Lawrence Seaway and Upper Lakes until his retirement in 1987. He lived in Sarnia for many years before returning to Sydney Mines in 1995. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Anne (Cox); daughter, Joanne Theresa; his granddaughter, Krystle Brooke; son, William Joseph "Billy" and his wife Andrea, Brampton, Ont.; brothers, Jim (Nina), Mississauga; David (Mary), Sydney Mines; sisters, Betty, Anna and Marguerite Duncan, all of Sydney Mines; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Edward; sister, Kathleen. A private family visitation and prayer service will be held in G.R. Francis & Son Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Donations may be made to Palliative Care or the Canadian Cancer Society.
KNOWLES, Clifford "Knocker" - 51, passed away February 23, 2000 at the QEII Health Sciences Centre. Born in Jarrow, England, he was the son of Ruth Knowles, Newcastle, England and the late Thomas Smith Knowles. He was employed with the Halifax Shipyards, and belonged to Local #1 Marine Workers Federation for the past 30 years. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #26, Halifax, he was an avid dart player. He was survived by companion Myrnah Piggott, Dartmouth; brothers, Eric Thomas (Susan) Knowles, Redcar, Cleveland, England; Kenneth James (Joan) Knowles, Jarrow, England; sister, Elizabeth Knowles, Newcastle, England; niece, Leanne Williamson; nephew, Kevin Knowles, South Shields, England. Visiting will be held 7-9 p.m. today, February 27, 2000, and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday, February 28, 2000 with a legion service at 7 p.m. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, February 29, 2000 at 2 p.m., all in Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth. Burial will take place in Dartmouth Memorial Gardens. A reception will follow burial at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #26, Cunard Street, Halifax. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or charity of choice.
MacINNIS, Norena - 88, Baddeck, South Cove, passed away February 25, 2000, in the Victoria County Memorial Hospital. Born in Humes Rear, Victoria Co., she was a daughter of the late Annie Matheson. She was a housewife and mother and was a member of Little Narrows Presbyterian Church. She is survived by son, Calvin (Shannon), Oxbow, Sask.; daughters, Jessie (Charles) MacKinnon, Little Narrows; Carman (Jack) MacKinnon, Hamilton, Ont.; Evelyn (Wilson) Hebb, Baddeck; Marilyn (friend Wayne) Matheson, Aberdeen; Judith (Dennis) Nelson, Dartmouth; 16 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Edna MacInnis, Hazeldale. She was predeceased by her husband, Neil Peter; son, Daniel Angus; sister, Sister Agnes. Arrangements have been entrusted to MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. today, February 27, 2000, in Little Narrows Presbyterian Church, Rev. Lloyd Murdock and Rev. Anne McKnight officiating. Burial will be in Little Narrows Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospices Society or Victoria County Memorial Hospital Charitable Foundation.
MacNEIL, Mary Lorraine - 60, of 213 Convent Street, New Waterford, passed away February 25, 2000 in New Waterford. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late John Angus MacNeil and Mary Ann MacKinnon. She was a member of St. Agnes Church and the CWL. She was a retired teacher, having taught in various schools. She was a member of the New Waterford Cancer Society, had been a Brownie leader and was active in various community activities. She is survived by her brother, Roy (Judy), Ottawa; niece, Shauna (Rob Spearman), Ottawa; one nephew, Steven (Louise) MacNeil, Ottawa. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Monday, February 28, 2000, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, February 29, 2000, in V.J. MacGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith Street, New Waterford. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 1, 2000 in St. Agnes Church, Rev. Bob Neville officiating. Burial will be in the parish Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
McNUTT, Arthur Fulton - 77, Rockingham, passed away Thursday, February 24, 2000 peacefully at home. Born September 28, 1922 in Truro, he was a son of the late Everett and Annie (McLean) McNutt. He served overseas in the Canadian Army during the Second World War as a member of the Royal Canadian Artillery. He retired in 1987 after 37 years as a carman with CNR. He was well respected within the community always helping others in their time of trouble and offering a supportive hand to family and friends. He is survived by his daughter, Karen, Halifax; sons, Timothy (Mary Jane), Gary, Karl (Michelle) and Brian (Brenda), all of Halifax; sister, Vivian Emerson, Mississauga, Ontario; several grandchildren. He was predeceased by brothers, Murray, Donald, Foster , Robert and Gerald. Visiting will be 7-9 p.m. today, February 27, 2000, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Monday, February 28, 2000, funeral service 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 29, 2000, all in Atlantc Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Road, Halifax, Rev. James Haughn officiating. Family flowers only by request. In lieu, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
MARR, Russell "Keith" - 59, of Windsor Back Road, Three Mile Plains, Hants County, passed away Friday, February 25, 2000 at the QEII Health Sciences Centre, Infirmary Site. Born August 26, 1940 in Windsor, Hants County, Keith was a son of the late Russell and Edna (DeWolfe) Marr. Keith was a graduate of the Windsor Academy. From 1964 to 1971 he worked for the Bank of Nova Scotia as an accountant. He was office manager of Speedway Express Ltd. from 1972 to 1974. He was operations manager for Valley Transfer Ltd. from 1974 to 1976. Keith was owner-operator of Marr's Parcel Pick-Up from 1976 to 1987. He was also Sales Representative for Superior Office Products from 1988 to 1993 in London, Ont. and Salesrepresentative for Combined Insurance Compnay of America in 1994. Keith was a 28 year associate member of Branch #9, Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor. He was past secretary/treasurer of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 9 from 1995 to 1997. He was zone 8 Secretary for the Royal Canadian Legion and Honourary lifetime member of the West Nova Scotia Regiment. He was a volunteer for the Victorian Order of Nurses, in Windsor. Keith was a member of Christ Church (Anglican), Windsor, where he served on the parish council. He enjoyed many hobbies including dancing, skating, darts, walking and fitness, camping and reading. He is survived by his wife, the former Leona (Wile) Marr; sisters, Joan Purdy, Three Mile Plains; Elinor Marr, Three Mile Plains; one brother, Harold Marr, Three Mile Plains; several nieces and nephews. Visiting will be 2-4 p.m. today, February 27, 2000; 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Monday, February 28, 2000, Legion service 7 p.m. Monday, all in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King Street. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 29, 2000 from Christ Church, Windsor, Rev. David Curry officiating. Burial to follow in Maplewood Cemetery, Windsor. A reception will follow at Christ Church Hall after the service. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to the West Hants Branch of the VON or to Christ Church (Anglican).
MORGAN, Johannah Sarah - 84, Dartmouth, passed away February 24, 2000, in the Dartmouth General Hospital. Born on Bell Island, Nfld., she was a daughter of the late Edward and Wilhamina (Crocker) Highmore. Surviving are daughter, Carol Jones (Lorne), Dartmouth; brothers, Gordon (Veronica), Newfoundland; Malcolm (Viola) Dartmouth; Leslie (Irene), Newfoundland; Jack (Clarice), Newfoundland; sisters, Mary Schliesmann (John), Ontario; Jean Crocker (Walter), Newfoundland; sister-in-law, Venus; grandchildren, Lorna Jones, Paul Jones and wife Denise and Shauna Jones and husband Gerry Leblanc; great-grandchildren, Lauren and Hannah Jones, Morgan Leblanc. She was predeceased by her husband, Herbert Leonard; son, Herbert Edward; brothers, Sylvester, Harold and William. Funeral service 2 p.m. today, February 27, 2000 in Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth, Rev. Arthur Snow officiating. Cremation to follow. Interment on Bell Island, Nfld., at a later date. Donations to the Dartmouth General Hospital or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.
PARNELL, Kathleen Margaret - 88, Hillcrest St., Fairview, formerly of Waverley, passed away February 25, 2000, at home. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late John and Cecelia (Murrans) Young. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by sons, Donald, Dartmouth; Keith (Dianna), Calgary; Gary (Germaine), Verner, Ont.; daughters, Madeline (Vince) Campbell, Waverley; Patricia (Edgar) Levy, Hackets Cove; special friends, Cheryl, Wayne and Deanna; 13 grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Earl George; brothers, John, Wilfred, Lawrence and Richard; sisters, Susan and Lavania. The body has been cremated under the direction of J. Albert Walker and Sons Funeral Home, Dartmouth. Memorial service 10 a.m. Monday, February 28, 2000 in St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church, Fairview, Rev. Duncan MacMaster officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
RAND, Frederick - 83, Halifax, passed away February 23, 2000, in the QEII Health Sciences Centre. Born in Weymouth North, Digby Co., he was a son of the late Norris and Annie (Hankinson) Rand. He worked for many years as a barber and operated his own barber shop in Windsor. In his later yeas he had been a longtime resident of Northwood Manor in Halifax. Surviving are sister, Ruberta Potter, Plympton, Digby Co.; two nieces and three nephews. He was predeceased by sister, Margaret Rand. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, February 28, 2000 in St. Peter's Anglican Church, Weymouth North. Burial to follow in the church Cemetery. Donations to St. Peter's Anglican Church Cemetery Fund.
RILEY, Alice - 97, Carefield Manor, Sydney, formerly of Kings Road, passed away February 24, 2000, in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Bridgeport, she was a daughter of the late Neil and Christie (MacAskill) MacLeod. She was a member of the Westminister Bible Presbyterian Church, Sydney. Surviving are sons, Wilfred A., Alberta; Allister N., Sydney; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence; sister, Margaret; brothers, Ronald, John; a son and daughter in infancy. There will be no visitation. Funeral service will be held 3 p.m. Monday, February 28, 2000 in Sydney Memorial Chapel, Pastor James Murchinson officiating. Burial in Eastmount Cemetery.
SPENCER, Austin Joseph Murray - 84, Dartmouth, passed away February 24, 2000, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Newcastle Creek, N.B., he was a son of the late Wilson and Mae (Yeomans) Spencer. Surviving are daughters, Rae Gabriel, Vancouver; Beth Rosky, Dartmouth/Florida; Lucille Spencer, Tatamagouche; sons, Murray, Rodney, Tatamagouche; Bruce, Wellington; brother, Byron, St. Stephen, N.B.; nine grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Ruth Brighton; son, George Neil; sisters, Irene Barns, Nina Thompson. Cremation has taken place under the direction of A.L. Mattatall Funeral Home. No visitation. Memorial service and burial at a later date. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society.
WEAGLE, Uldean Mildred - 79, Willow Street, Truro, passed away February 24, 2000, in Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, Musquodoboit Harbour. Born in Auburn January 26, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Melbourne and Verlie (Jennex) Weagle. She worked in Truro for many years as a cashier and in later life as a caregiver. She enjoyed traveling. Surviving are brother, Raymond, Sheet Harbour; Earle, Carl, Toronto; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brother, Lindsay in infancy. Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. today, February 27, 2000 in D.S. Crowell & Son Funeral Home, 22558 Main St., Sheet Harbour. Committal at a later date in Sharon United Church Cemetery, Middle Stewiacke. In lieu of flowers, donations to Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, Musquodoboit Harbour.
SINGER, Nellie Pearl - 79, Shubenacadie, passed away February 24, 2000 in Williams Country Home, Hilden. Born in East Gore, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Della Florence (Wile) Moore. Educated at Normal College, Truro and graduated from Acadia University with BSc. in mathematics and chemistry. A school teacher for over 30 years, started in a one room school, and for a year in Rosemere, Quebec, an eventually in Greenwood, N.S., Hants East, and Shubenacadie. She taught for a year in Baffin Island to the Inuit for a year. She was in the R.C.A.F. She enjoyed traveling in Europe, the Caribbean and Tenerife, gardening, walking and reading. She was a member of the Crescent Rebekah Lodge, Shubenacadie. Surviving are one daughter, Rosemary, Shubenacadie; brothers, Ervin, Truro; Bill (Percy), Halifax; sisters, Bessie, Mrs. Stewart Barr, Stewiacke; Dora, Mrs. Doug Smith, Truro; Lena Moore, Shubenacadie; grandchildren, Christopher Doucet, Stewiacke; David Fullerton, Petit Rocher; Toby Fullerton, Revelstocke, B.C.; Michael Fullerton, Halifax; Susan Fullerton, Winnipeg; 2 great grandsons, Alex and Dexter. Predeceased by husband, Ted (Clarence); daughter, Carol Ann. Cremation has taken place. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday, February 27, 2000. Funeral service will be 3:30 p.m. Monday, February 28. Both at Ettinger Funeral Home, Shubenacadie. Rev. Alice Rutherford and Rev. Eric Bacon officiating. Spring burial at Brookside Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations to the Alzheimer's Society, or charity of choice. Rebekah service will be at 7 p.m. today, February 27, 2000 at Ettinger Funeral Home, Shubenacadie.
