June 17, 2007 to June 23, 2007 continued

Lillian Ann "Lil" Harley - surrounded with the love of her adoring daughters, Ann Marie and Mary Lou, passed away peacefully in the early dawn on Wednesday, June 20, 2007, at the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville, Nova Scotia. Lil was the cherished wife of John Edward "Eddie" Harley, who recently passed away. The separation (18 days) since Eddie's death is the longest they have been apart in 61 years of marriage. They dated before WWII and after it took them apart, they never let anything else come between them. Any problems of one day were settled that day before the kiss good night. They were married June 6, 1946, and the joy of their love lives on. Formerly of Saint John New Brunswick, Lil spent decades sharing her handicrafts, good food and hospitality. She shared her talents in the Catholic Women's League including quilting, home baking, jams and pickles, and sewing, especially doll clothes, for fund raising. She made beautiful clothes for her daughters and especially enjoyed the more challenging tailoring of coats and detailed work on dresses. Lil taught rug hooking for many years and her rugs are works of art with intricate shadings and flowers that almost come to life. Lil always had a little feast for friends from the Beaus and Belles when they came back to the house for more music and laughter after the square dance. Lil and Ed's home was open with food, comfort, and loving warmth for a visitor at any time. In Windsor, at Gladys Manning Retirement Community for the last few years, Lil has enjoyed the chatting at supper and a card game with her community of friends. Her favourite evenings were those spent in teasing rivalry over a game of cribbage with Eddie or in warm conversation with the family. Lillian, daughter of Charles Wilkins and Barbara Ann (Annie) Wilkins (nee Foley) was born in Saint John, New Brunswick, July 26, 1914. She was predeceased by her husband, Eddie; her sisters, Frances and Madeline (Madge); and her brother, Louis. The family of Lil and Eddie are so thankful and blessed to have had this remarkable couple with us into their ninety-third year. Lil is survived by her daughters, Ann Marie (Blaine Pemberton); Mary Lou (Martin Thomas); grandchildren, Andraya (Randy Foubert), Andrew Gillen, and Tiana Harley-Thomas (Michael Arbou); and great- grandson, Boston Foubert. The family expresses appreciation to Andrew Dill and the staff of Gladys Manning, Dr. Niall Buckley, the pharmacists of Windsor Pharmasave, and the wonderful care givers: Shirley, Barb, Judy, Margie, Betty, Terry and Dianne for their friendship and loving support for Lil. Funeral service was 10 a.m. Monday, June 25, at St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, 339 King St., Windsor with Rev. Fr. J. MacDonald officiating. A reception followed at the Gladys Manning Retirement Community, College Road, Windsor. Interment was 10:30 am on Tuesday, June 26, 2007, at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Saint John, New Brunswick. Monsignor Brian Sheehan officiated. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Lil, were requested to be made to a charity of your choice, would be appreciated. To sign the book of condolence, click on "Obituaries" at: www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com

Pearl Elizabeth Upshaw, age 98, of Three Mile Plains, Hants County, passed away on Wednesday, June 20, 2007, in the New Halifax Infirmary, Q.E. II. Born on September 17, 1909, in Three Mile Plains, Hants County, Nova Scotia, she was a daughter of the late Andrew & Gertrude (Hamilton) Upshaw. She was a member of St. John's Ambulance, living and working as a practical nurse in and around her community for many years. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother. She is survived by her granddaughters, Ruby (Russell) David, Hammonds Plains; Maxine (Freeman) Johnson, Ottawa, ON; grandson, Marlowe (Janet) Johnson, Halifax; 19 great-grandchildren; 35 great-great grandchildren; and three generations of nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a daughter, Ruby Johnson; granddaughter, Carol Tasco; brothers, Randolph and Lawrence; sisters, Dorothy, Marjorie & Laura. Visitation was 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday, June 24, 2007, in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King Street, Windsor. Funeral service was 2:30 p.m. Monday June 25, 2007, in the Windsor United Baptist Church, 411 King Street, Windsor. The Rev. Jeffrey White, Rev. Jennifer Riley & Pastor Iona Crawley officiated. A private burial was 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, 2007, in Maplewood Cemetery, Windsor. Donation in Pearl's memory, were requested to be made to the Windsor Plains Baptist Church. To sign the book of condolence, click on "Obituaries" at: www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com

SAWLER, C. Edward (Ed) - of Melvern Square, Annapolis Co., peacefully slipped away at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on June 21st, at the age of 73 years. Ed was born and brought up in Somerset, Kings Co. He was employed for several years with the Royal Bank of Canada, in the Parrsboro and Halifax branches and retired at the age of 57 as a Senior Auditor with the Provincial Sales Tax, a division of the Dept. of Finance with the Province of N.S. where he was employed for 26 years. He was a former member of All Saints Anglican Church in Kingston, N.S., where he served for many years as Treasurer and Warden. He also served as Treasurer for the Parish of Wilmot. He was currently a member of Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Middleton. After his retirement his volunteer services included Campaign Organizer for Mid-Annapolis area of the Arthritis Society of N.S., a Community Volunteer for the Income Tax Department for several years and served as a Committee member of Church Grove Cemetery Company in Melvern Square. He was a former member of the14 Wing Golf Course and Paragon Golf & Country Club. Ed's love for the outdoors provided him with many hobbies for all seasons. In the spring he looked forward to tapping trees and being able to share his bottles of maple syrup with friends and family. He always looked forward to the fishing trips with his friends at this time. His love for working the soil and his talent for gardening kept him busy during the summer months creating vegetable and flower gardens, which he also loved to share with neighbours and friends. He looked forward to golfing during this time as well. The fall saw him preparing for the hunting season. His moose hunting trips to Newfoundland were the highlights of his many hunting trips. In the winter he looked forward to being outside, snow blowing around his property, keeping up with politics and taking time off for relaxation. Ed always had time to discuss politics and his ability for remembering financial figures was an asset to him when discussing what he felt was the unreasonable spending over the years by the political parties. How he loved to get those points across. Ed will be greatly missed by his loving wife, Elizabeth (Betty). He was a devoted and very proud dad to his sons, Paul Douglas Olshefsky, daughter-in-law, Elsebeth, of Annapolis Royal and Kevin Fraser Olshefksy, daughter-in-law, Therese, of Brisbane, Australia. He is also survived by his two beloved granddaughters, Talia Brie Olshefsky and Kyria Rene Olshefsky of whom he was so proud and loved dearly. He is survived by his mother, Shirley (Sawler) Wills, of Berwick, his mother-in-law, Delia Fraser of Kingston, brother, Ronald (Marg) Sawler of Somerset, sister, Katherine (Ed) Pfahl, of Orleans, Ont., as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his dear son, Byron Frank Olshefsky in 1980, father, Robert Sawler, step-father Lorne Wills, sister Marjorie in infancy and his ever so faithful companion, his chocolate lab, Heidi. In respect with Ed's wishes, there will be no visitation. Funeral was held at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Middleton, N. S., on Wednesday, June 27th, Burial took place at Church Grove Cemetery in Melvern Square, attended by family members, where he rests with his son, Byron. In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted by the Middleton Funeral Home for Holy Trinity Altar Guild and the Church Grove Cemetery Company. Online condolences may be made through: www.middletonfuneralhome.com

ARENBURG, Douglas Walter, 64, of Shelburne, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Friday, June 22, 2007. Born in Shelburne, Doug was the son of the late Alma Arenburg Rhyno. Doug was raised by loving grandparents, the late Peter and Alice Arenburg. Doug was employed by Continental Seafoods as security up until February of this year. During his working career he also worked for Shelburne Marine, Crowell’s Body Shop, Stewart Bros. Enterprises and the Town of Shelburne. He enjoyed deer hunting, mackerel fishing and watching Nascar and his favourite driver, Tony Stewart. He also enjoyed his early morning visits to Tim Hortons and stopping to chat with friends at the wharf. He loved playing with his faithful dog, Brandy. Doug was a very loving husband, and father. He was very proud of his children’s accomplishments. There was nothing he wouldn’t do for Marion and the children. Doug was very patient and supportive of Doug Jr. who is a Special Needs child. Doug is survived by his common-law spouse of 30 years, Marion Jeffrey; son, Clay (Stephanie) Waybret, Clam Point; Doug Jr. at home; daughter, Jolene Arenburg (Joel Dorcas) Fredericton, N.B; sister, Robena (Earl) Butler, Shelburne; beloved Aunt Muriel (Ernest) Brannen, who was like a second mom; granddaughter Hailey; several special nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by son, Chad, in childbirth. Funeral service was held on Monday, June 25, 2007 in H.M. Huskilson’s Funeral Chapel, Shelburne with Rev. Matthew Sponagle officiating. Cremation took place following the service with interment in Pine Grove cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, Canadian Diabetic Association or a charity of choice. On-line condolences may be sent to hmhuskilson@ns.aliantzinc.ca

PERRY, Harold “Bradford” 92, Surf Lodge Nursing Home, formerly of Shelburne, passed away peacefully in Surf Lodge Nursing Home, Lockeport, on Friday, June 22, 2007. Born in Churchover, he was a son of the late Thomas and Myrtle (Mahaney) Perry. Brad was a millwright at Shelburne Woodworkers for 39 years. He was a lover of the outdoors and especially enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was an avid gardener. Brad was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a member of Christ Anglican Church in Shelburne. He enjoyed his life to the fullest in his home by the Roseway River. He is survived by son, W.A. Perry, Halifax; daughters, Yvonne (Emerie) Petrie, Shelburne; Evelyn Perry, Lr. Sackville; brothers, Murray (Edith), Shelburne; Philip, Churchover; grandchildren, Bradford, Elaine, Suzanne, Michael and Jeanette; 11 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews, and sister in-law, Jean Perry, Shelburne. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Beulah Shoultz; brothers, Ralph, Arnold, Charles and a brother in infancy; sister, Marjorie and twin sister, Kathleen. Funeral service was held on Tuesday, June 26, 2007 in Christ Anglican Church, Shelburne, with Rev. Matthew Sponagle officiating. Interment in Pine Grove cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Surf Lodge Memorial Fund, Christ Anglican Church Building Fund or a charity of choice. On-line condolences may be sent to hmhuskilson@ns.aliantzinc.ca

SHAND, Vincent Elwin, 77, Clark’s Harbour, died Tuesday, June 19, 2007 in Roseway Manor. Born in Bear Point, he was a son of the late John and Matilda (Nickerson) Shand. Vincent started fishing and lobstering at about the age of 15 with his father and went on his last fishing trip in the summer of 2006. He loved spending time with his family and took pride in all their accomplishments. Vincent also had a great affection for children. He was a serious card player and loved going in the woods with the men, hunting. He was an avid baseball fan, his favourite team being the Toronto Blue Jays. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, the former Maxine Nickerson; son, Danny, Clark’s Harbour; daughters, Gerilyn (Brian) Crowell, Bear Point, Lynne (Gary) Thurber, Doctor’s Cove, Kerry (Mark) Rennehan, North East Point; brother, Ronald (Lucy) Bear Point; sister, Marg (Charles) Haughey, New Hampshire; grandchildren, Erin Ross (Neil), Shaula Shand, Jeremy Shand, Kristen MacDonalds (Michael), Beth Thurber, Katie Thurber, Lynsay Thurber, Jillian Thurber; great grandchildren, Andrew Ross, Katelyn Ross; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his stepfather, Lavance Newell; step-sister, Carrie Blades. The funeral service was held on June 22, 2007 at the United Baptist “Stone” Church, Clark’s Harbour, Rev. Luuk Geerligs and Rev. Shaun Hatfield officiating. Burial was in Old Kirk Cemetery, North East Point. Memorial donations may be made to the Rosalin Nickerson Care Fund, to the United Baptist “Stone” Church Power Point Project or to Roseway Manor.