May 13, 2007 to May 19, 2007 continued

Fraser, Lorge Forrest – 83, Deep Brook, N.S., passed away peacefully at home on May 15, 2007 with his family present. Born in Bear River East, he was the son of the late Forrest and Grace (Long) Fraser. Lorge was a WWII veteran, serving overseas with the Sherbrooke Fusiliers. Following his war service, he spent the next four years sailing on the Gypsum King. He then worked at CFB Cornwallis in the CE section until retirement. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, the former Gladys Harvey, Deep Brook; daughter Dolores, Deep Brook; son Randy, Dartmouth; grandchildren Sarah(Rob), Kyle, Bria(Brodi), Ali and great-grandson Andersen, several sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by daughter Diane, brother Keith, sister Phyllis. At his request, there will be no service. Memorial donations may be made to World Vision. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements were under the care and direction of Serenity Funeral Home and Crematorium P.O. Box 239 Port Williams, N.S., B0P 1T0. Cards of sympathy for the family or donations in memory as well as on-line condolences may be made at serenityfuneral@ns.sympatico.ca.

OLIVER, Mabel Irene - 82, Windsor, Hants Co., passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 16, 2007, in Windsor Elms Senior Citizens Home. Born in Windsor, she was a daughter of the late Percy and Elizabeth (Ashe) Jackson. Mabel was a member of Windsor United Baptist Church and she will be remembered as a faithful volunteer at Lucasville United Baptist Church, Dykeland Lodge and Matthew 25. Mabel was a devoted mother and will be sadly missed by her many family members and friends. She is survived by sons, Perry, Sackville; Stephen (Angela), Lucasville; Parker (Jennifer), Dartmouth; daughters, Rhoda (Mark) Denault, Sackville; Madelyn States, Sackville; brothers, John "Buster" Paris, Windsor; Percy Jr. (Florence) Jackson, Montreal; Bill (Louise) Jackson, Kamloops; sisters, Vivian (Norman) Hamilton, Montreal; Jane Williams, Edmonton; Evelyn (William) Cocette, Elmsdale, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mabel was predeceased by two brothers in infancy and one sister in infancy. Arrangements for cremation have been entrusted to Lohnes Funeral Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317), where the family received visitors from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, may 19. A service celebrating the life of Mabel I. Oliver was held 2 p.m. Sunday, May 20, in Windsor United Baptist Church, 411 King St., Windsor, Rev. Jeffrey White officiated. Interment followed in Maplewood Cemetery, Windsor. A reception was held in Windsor United Baptist Church Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mabel may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, 5161 George St., 7th Floor, Halifax, NS B3J 1M7, or a charity of one's choice. Private messages of condolence may be made in the "Guest Book" at: www.familycare.ca

STABLER, Stanley Dowsley - Of Wolfville, formerly of Montreal, Que., and Regina, Sask., passed away on May 16, 2007, in Parkstone Enhanced Care, Halifax, following a lengthy illness. He was born February 21, 1928, in Kingston, Ont. He was the only son of William Stanley and Ethel (Dowsley) Stabler. After graduating with a B.Sc. from Queens University in 1951, Stanley spent approximately 30 years as an Engineer and a Manager for the Oil Companies in Montreal. He then traveled the world for 15 years as a business consultant. Stanley enjoyed all of his career endeavours and seized every opportunity to make the most of each challenge and adventure his work presented. He participated in and enjoyed sporting activities (baseball, basketball, football, golf). Following in his father's footsteps, Stanley was a Mason. As a member of a Montreal businessmen's club called The Fossils, he enthusiastically performed in the annual musical comedy productions that raised funds to send disadvantaged children to summer camp. At 60, he developed his childhood interest in magic and learned to be a professional level magician. Stanley is survived by his wife, Nancy Hicks, Wolfville; daughters, Lynda (Marshall) Letts, Sarnia, Ont.; Donna (Randy) Giffin, Waverley; Cheryl (Spiro) Stergiotis, Montreal; grandchildren, Karen and Julia Letts, James and Lee Giffin, Anthony and Michael Stergiotis; former wife, Evelyn (Donaldson) Stabler. A service celebrating the life of Stanley Stabler was held Thursday, May 24, at 2 p.m. in Manning Memorial Chapel, Acadia University, Rev. Bruce Matthews officiated, with a reception following at the Blomidon Inn. Family flowers only, please. Donations in Stanley's memory may be made to QEII Foundation - Geriatric Research Unit, Halifax; VON Adult Day Centre, Berwick; or a charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the care of Serenity Funeral Home & Crematorium, P.O. Box 239, Port Williams, NS B0P 1T0. Cards of sympathy for the family may be sent to this address or on-line at: serenityfuneral@ns.sympatico.ca

Ada M. White — 88. It is with great sadness that we announce that Ada Mae White, of Liverpool, passed away peacefully in the company of her many children in QEII Health Science Center, Halifax, on Thursday, May 17, 2007. Born Oct. 14, 1918 in Delaps Cove, NS, Ada was the daughter of the late John and Georgina (Lawrence) Brothers. She was a former worker at Fahie’s Nursing Home in Liverpool. Ada was the heart and soul of her family and her home on Old Port Mouton Road was a welcome spot for both family and friends. It was there that she welcomed and enjoyed the company of all, but especially her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They could always expect something fresh from the oven to eat and a game of cards. If that game was poker, she was even happier. Ada loved to play Bingo and enjoyed the company of her friends there. She is sadly missed by daughters: Alice (Stan) Carvey, Vivian (Percy) Carvey, both of Lower Sackville, and Valerie Warrington of Liverpool. She was the beloved mother of sons: Eugene (Karen) Warrington of Petawawa, Ont., Thomas (Marg) Warrington, Carter Warrington, Darrel (Nancy) Warrington, all of Halifax, Derrick (Carolyn) Warrington of Liverpool, and Carl Warrington; daughter-in-law, Judith Warrington; step-children, Ron (Rhoda) White, Reginald White, Gertrude (George) Hill, and Florence (Percy) Jackson; 31 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence White; sons, Frederick and Brian Warrington; brothers, John, William, Stewart, James and Baden; sisters: Alice, Evelyn, Grace, Rose, Mary and Dorothy. The family wishes to thank all of her caregivers and staff at QEII and the medical team at Queens General Hospital, Liverpool. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. No service by her request. If desired, donations may be made to CNIB or to any charity. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.

CLARKE, William George "Bill" - 80, Falmouth, formerly of Dartmouth, passed away peacefully Friday, May 18, 2007, in Windsor Elms Senior Citizens Home. Born in Dartmouth, he was a son of the late William and Agnes (Simpson) Clarke. Bill was an avid hockey and baseball player and he also loved golf and was a member of Brightwood Golf & Country Club, Dartmouth. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. Bill served 24 years with the Dartmouth Volunteer Fire Department and was also Owner/Operator of the Bonnie Piper Beverage Room and the Lamplighter Beverage Room. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, the former Dora Jennings; sons, Randall (Karen), Mount Uniacke; Timothy (Michelle), Falmouth; grandchildren, Katherine, Mackenna and Carter; sisters, Joan (Jim), Dartmouth; Kathleen (Ted), Dartmouth; brothers, Charles, Meaghers Grant; Ronald (Patsy), Meaghers Grant, and Bryan (Joyce), Dartmouth. Arrangements for cremation have been entrusted to Lohnes Funeral Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317), where the family received visitors from 7-9 p.m. Sunday, May 20. A service celebrating the life of William G. "Bill" Clarke was held 2 p.m. Monday, May 21, in Lohnes Funeral Service Chapel, Kelly Burke-King officiated. Interment followed in Centre Falmouth Cemetery. Donations in memory of Bill may be made to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia, 6009 Quinpool Rd., Suite 300, Halifax, NS B3K 5J7 (1-800-611-6345). Private messages of condolence may be made in the "Guest Book" at: www.familycare.ca

NORRIS, Ursula Ann "Dizzy" - 50, Lockhartville. Passed away Friday May 18, 2007 after a long and courageous battle with cancer, her loving family gathered by her side. Born in Halifax, she was the daughter of Gwendolyn Barker (Clarke-Little) and the late Gordon Clarke. She is survived by her loving husband, Howard Edward Norris “Ed”; stepmother, Daisy Clark, Windsor; brothers, Rev. Clarence Clarke, River Hubert; Robert (Cindy) Barker, Hants border; Michael (Tracey) Barker, Hantsport; David (Suzanne) Clarke, Montreal; Terry (Della) Little, Windsor; sisters, Wendy Blue, Hantsport; Susan Gates, Dartmouth; Tina (Jerome) Marr, Lockhartville; Brenda Clarke, Lockhartville, Starlene States Montreal; Dawn-Lynn Clarke, Windsor; as well as several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles. Ursula was predeceased by her father, Gordon Clarke and stepfather, Ross Barker. Cremation has taken place and no visitation by request. A memorial service was held Wednesday May 23, 2007 at 2 p.m. in St. Andrews Anglican Church, Main Street, Hantsport. Rev. Michael Boyd officiated with a private family interment at a later date. Family flowers only by request, donations in memory may be made to Canadian cancer Society. Reception will follow the service at the Lockhartville Hall all are invited. Arrangements are under the care and compassion of Serenity Funeral Home & Crematorium, PO Box 239, Port Williams, N.S., B0P 1T0, cards of sympathy or donations in memory may be made to this address or on-line at: serenityfuneral@ns.sympatico.ca

Wayne Homer Potter - 66, Centreville, passed away Friday May 18, 2007 in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Annapolis Royal, Wayne was a son of the late Homer and Lulu (Ritchie) Potter. Wayne owned and operated Potter's Auto body in Centreville for many years. He enjoyed the outdoors, and had a love for hunting and fishing. His family was his life and he loved each and everyone of them, especially his devoted and loving wife, Roberta (Woodland); children, Becky (Val), P.E.I., Sheryl, Kentville, Rodney (Faye), South Alton, Sandra (Tom), Kempt Shore and Andrew (Michelle), Coldbrook; his grandchildren, Seth (Ginger), Amber, Jeremiah (Vanessa), Jacob, Cassie, Carrie, Deirdre, Josh, Drew and Emily; one great grandson, Dominique. Also surviving are a sister, Inez, New Hampshire; many nieces and nephews. Wayne is predeceased by sisters, Geraldine and Velma. There will be no visitation at the family's request. A celebration of Wayne's life was held 2 p.m. Friday May 25 in the Centreville Baptist Church, Rev. Marc Potvin officiated, a reception followed the service in the church hall. Burial took place 4 p.m. Sunday May 27 in Oakhill Cemetery, Annapolis Royal, Rev. Ken Vaughan officiated. A reception followed the service in Upper Clements Community Hall. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Victorian Order of Nurses, Kings County Branch. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Serenity Funeral Home & Crematorium, P.O. Box 239 Port Williams, NS, B0P 1T0. Cards of sympathy may be sent to this address or on-line at: serenityfuneral@ns.sympatico.ca

Corey Keith Chapman – 19, of Canning, Kings County, passed away Friday, May 18, 2007 as the result of a motor vehicle accident in Steam Mill, Kings County. Born in Brampton, Ontario, he was a son of Randy Chapman, Scarborough, Ontario and Charlene (Somers) and her husband, Austin Brown, Canning. He was a graduate of Northeast Kings Education Centre, Canning (class of 2005) and a proud member of the NKEC Titans hockey team. He was an avid sports enthusiast, especially soccer and hockey. Corey enjoyed working outdoors with his hands, spending time with “the boys” and loved animals, especially his dog, Jake. Corey enjoyed life and lived it to the fullest. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a sister, Jenna Chapman, Sheffield Mills; two brothers, Warren Chapman, Barrie, Ontario and Jeremy Brown, at home; grandparents, Keith Somers, Alliston, Ontario; Claude and Maisie Chapman, Barrie; Sheldon and Flora Brown, Canning; several aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family members. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Shirley Somers. Visitation was held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with prayers held at 7:00 p.m. Monday, May 21, 2007 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. The funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 22, 2007 in St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Kentville, Father Larry Pitcher officiated. A private family burial took place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill. Following the burial, a reception was held in St. Joseph’s Parish Hall. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to the Corey Keith Chapman Memorial Fund. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.

Christabell Lina Saltzman -83, Berwick, Kings Co. passed away Friday May 18, 2007, in the Soldier’s Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Born in Viewmount, Kings Co., she was a daughter of the late Clarence and Laura (Coolen) Hirtle. Christabell had been employed as an Executive House Keeper at the former Western Kings Memorial Hospital, Berwick, for 30 years. She was a member of the Berwick United Church and the Central Kings Crusaders. Surviving are her son, Wylie (Dorothy) Saltzman, Berwick; daughters, Elinor (Russell) Murphy, West Clifford, Lunenburg Co.; Joyce (Wayne) Murphy, Aylesford Mountain, Kings Co.; Lorna (Robert) Pelton, Somerville, Mass.; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three step grandchildren; six step great-grandchildren; several nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, General H. Saltzman; grandson, Stephen Murphy; great-grandson, Jeremiah Murphy; step great-grandson, Christopher Zwicker; brother, Everett Hirtle; sister, Olive Irwin. There was visitation for Christabell, 7-9 p.m. Monday May 21, in the H.C. Lindsay Funeral Home, 192 Commercial St., Berwick, N.S., B0P 1E0, (902-538-9900), from where the funeral service was held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday May 22. Rev. Dean Dickinson officiated. Burial was in the Berwick Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in her memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, or to a charity of ones choice. Condolences may be e-mailed to the family at: lindsayfuneralsberwick@ns.aliantzinc.ca

Raymond Edward Turbitt - 94, of Port Williams formerly of Aldersville, passed away Saturday May 19, 2007 at Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Aldersville, he was a son of the late William and Amena (Hennigar) Turbitt. Raymond was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Before retiring from Legg’s Transport in 1980, Raymond had been employed by P. Williams Agencies and Gates & Watson. Raymond was a member of the St. James Anglican Church in Aldersville and the Golden Age Club in New Ross. Raymond will be fondly remembered for enjoying a game of cards, wrestling and hockey. The Maple Leafs were his team. Raymond will be sadly missed by many family and friends. Raymond is survived by his loving wife of almost 68 years, Gladys; sons, Edward (Shelley), Kentville, Ronald (Verna), New Ross; daughter, Joan (David) Woodworth, Port Williams; son-in-law, Ken Bramham, B.C.;12 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; 3 great- great grandchildren and many special nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Raymond was predeceased by daughters, June Turbitt and Diane Bramham; brothers, Willie, Harry, Harold, Fred and Lloyd and sisters, Leah and Gertrude. Cremation has taken place. There was no visitation or funeral service by the family’s request. Donations in Raymond’s memory may be made to the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses of the medical floor and all staff of Valley Regional Hospital who showed loving, special care to Raymond. Arrangements for Mr. Turbitt are under the care and direction of H.C. Lindsay Funeral Homes, 5 Leverett Ave., Kentville (902-678-2151) Private condolences to the family may be sent via e-mail, lindsayfunerals@ns.aliantzinc.ca