October 7, 2007 to October 13, 2007 continued

Ernest (Ernie) Thomas, age 55 years, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 at the Edson and District Healthcare Centre. Born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, he was the son of the late Charles Thomas and grandson of the late John Arthur Thomas of Cogmagun, Nova Scotia. He was a good friend to many and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 51 of Edson, Alberta. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Pat (nee Fogarty), one daughter Heidi of Edmonton, Alberta, and three sons, Wayne Brown of Edson, Alberta, Jamie Brown of Edmonton, Alberta and Justin Parchem of Calgary, Alberta, one sister Louise Rummell of St. Thomas, Ontario, four grandsons, Alex, Dray, Tristan and Jake. Memorial services were held on Saturday, October 13th, 2007 at 1:00 PM at the Royal Canadian Legion in Edson with Legion Chaplin Virginia Coes presiding. Daughter in law Robyn Brown delivered the eulogy. In lieu of floral tributes, the family suggests donations, if desired be directed to the Canadian Cancer Society, 1200 – 8215 – 112 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2C8 In memory of Ernest William Thomas. EDSON FUNERAL HOME LTD. and Foothills Crematorium, 780 – 723-3575 entrusted with all arrangements. To send condolences on line, please visit our website at www.edsonfuneralhome.com The Foothills Memorial Chapel

KITCHIN, James "Jim" - 80, Windsor, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2007, with his family by his side, following a long struggle after suffering a massive stroke in August 2003. Born on October 3, 1927, in the small town of Fairlight, Sask., he was a son and eldest child of the late Philip and Annie (Moses) Kitchin. Jim is survived by daughters, Heather Kitchin (Tristan Mostovac), New Minas; Sandra Lafleur (Ronald), Mount Uniacke; Kimberley Chisholm, Dartmouth, and Barbara Ellis (Darren), Dartmouth; son, Richard Kitchin (Kelly), Lakelands; sisters, Muriel “Babs” Upham (Neil), Winnipeg; Jean Bassett, Ottawa; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild, and he was predeceased by one grandchild. An electrician by trade, Chief Warrant Officer and a Canadian Veteran, Jim Kitchin retired from the military in 1978, after serving his country for 31 years. An all round athlete, as a young man he played football and basketball for the navy, and subsequently coached others in sports, including students at Halifax West High School during the 1960s and 1970s. Jim was formally recognized and awarded for a number of innovations while a member of the Royal Canadian Navy. He was an avid Saskatchewan Roughriders and Montreal Canadiens fan. Upon retirement, Jim began breeding Airedale Terriers through his Kitch Kennels in Lakelands (formerly Hillsvale), and for years attended shows and brought many of his terriers to championship status. His concern for the environment fostered a love of beekeeping, and until he suffered the stroke he maintained a passionate interest in his bees. Jim’s children wish to thank Windsor Elms, his home for the past four years, for providing the most exquisite of care, and mother Marilyn for her support during this very difficult time. As per dad’s wishes, his passing will be followed by cremation and a small intimate family gathering at one of his favorite spots in the world, his summer camp on Panuke Lake. Our father was a kind man, and his spirit will live on in the hearts of all persons touched by his generosity. When given the chance to sit it out or dance, dad would never dance; but he would always ensure that everyone else was cared for. We have no doubt that he also touched the hearts of Windsor Elms staff through his various gestures of kindness. Donations in dad’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, or to Windsor Elms, Palliative Care. In the same way that he lived his life, our father passed on with the utmost of dignity; in the end his exhaustion gave way to his ultimate rest. May you go in peace, our dear, dear father, and may you now be free from the enormous weight that you have been carrying over these past four years. We love you, we are proud of you, and we will miss you terribly.

Ells (McKay), Linda Marie – 57 of Nictaux passed away Saturday, October 13, 2007 at the V.G. Site, QE II Health Sciences Center. Born in Berwick, she was a daughter of the late Steadman and Dorothy (Murphy) McKay. Linda enjoyed music and was known for playing her drums. Her family, particularly her children and grandchildren were always very dear to her. Linda is survived by daughter Marsha (Mike) Shermetta, Middleton and son Steven (Kimberly), St. Brieux, Saskatchewan also grandchildren Kayla, Karman, Brittany, Sydney, M.J. and Aislinn. Sisters, Shirley (Andy) Carew, Alberta; Donna (Albert) Schofield, Kentville; Edith Strum, Aylesford; Bonnie (Wayne Spurr) Gould, Black Rock; Elizabeth (Sheldon) Lennihan, Kentville; Joanne (Barry) Murphy, Lower Sackville and Cathy (Eddie Pelton) Keddy, Waterville. Brothers, Kenny, North River; Wayne (Velma), Nicholsville; Dale (Jeanie Jones), Aylesford; Perry (Gail), Aylesford; Fred (Arlene) Auburn and Larry (Penny Gates), Aylesford. She was predeceased by her husband George Ells. By request, there will be no visitation. A private family graveside service was held Wednesday, October 17th in the Hillside Cemetery, Port George Rev. Vaughan Henshaw officiated. A reception for family and friends followed in the Aylesford Fire Hall. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made through www.middletonfuneralhome.com

Randy Graham Edwards, passed away peacefully at his home in Cobourg, Ontario, on Monday, October 8, 2007, at the age of 52 years. Born on June 17, 1955, in Windsor, Hants County, he was the son of the late Graham and Eleanor (Mason) Edwards. Randy is survived by his loving wife, Heather (MacKenzie) Edwards; two step-children, Holly and Darren MacKenzie, at home; birth daughter, Stephannie (Greg) Luddington, Dartmouth, and grandson, Ryan Luddington. He will be sadly missed by his brother, James Edwards, Newport Station; his sisters, Debbie (Dean) Greenough, Woodville; Susan (Tony Kaytor) Goalen, Red Deer, Alberta; lovingly adored by his nephews, Nick (Jen Davidson) Greenough; Trevor (Ashley) Greenough; Anthony and Michael Edwards; Eddie and Jeff Goalen; niece, Abbie Myles. Randy deeply loved his K-9 friends, Peco and Doxi, who will miss him dearly. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Paul Edwards; and by a sister, Katherine in infancy. Randy was loved by many and will be missed by even more. “I love you B.F.” from Randy with love. “If love could have saved you, you would have lived forever”. Special thanks to the nurses and doctors in Northumberland Hills Hospital in Emergency, 2B, and Palliative Care. Also a special warm thank you to Sondra LeBlanc, our VON nurse, CCAC, Donna, and Lillian. A special thanks to Randy’s doctor, Dr. Mark Azzopardi and to Frank Cowan Company for their care in Randy. To all our friends and family, you have all been so wonderful in your support, we love you all. “Thank you”. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 12th, 2007, in the Oshawa Funeral Home Chapel, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234), Oshawa. A remembrance service was 7 p.m. Friday, October 19th, 2007, in Lindsay’s Windsor Funeral Home Chapel, 194 King Street, Windsor. Rev. Bill Gibson officiated, followed by a reception in the Lindsay Family Reception Centre. Memorial donations in memory of Randy, were requested to be made to the Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation, 1000 DePalma Drive, Cobourg, ON (K9A 5W6), or to a charity of one’s choice, would be greatly appreciated. To sign the book of condolence, click on “Obituaries” at www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com

Michael Earl Chute – Kenora, Ontario and Vancouver, died unexpectedy October 7, 2007 in Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre. Born in Kentville on October 14, 1947, he was the beloved son of the late Allison and Verna (Long) Chute. As part of an air force family, he attended schools in three provinces before graduating from West Kings District High in 1965. Michael studied photogrammetry at the Nova Scotia Land Survey Institute before earning his Bachelor of Science degree in geology from Acadia University. At the University of Manitoba, he obtained his Master of Science degree in geology and was a PhD. candidate. He was a well-known and respected geologist throughout Canada with a specialty in economic geology and geochemistry of ore deposits. His work took him to northern Canada as well as South America and Africa. Most recently, he was the exploration manager for Western Warrior Resources Inc., Calgary. Michael was the proud father of Alexander, Hamilton, Ont., Patrick, Kenora, Ont., and Nicholas (Stephanie), Peterborough, Ont. Delighted grandfather of Emily and Mark. He is dearly missed by his sisters; Marilyn (Don) Mosher, Kentville; Kimberley Chute, Seattle; and Andrea (Ted) Leyton, Kingston, Ont. Nephews: Richard (Sherry) Arbic and Peter Arbic. Grandniece Vienna. Aunt Shirley Chute, Berwick. Uncles: Byron (Verna) Long, Kelowna, B.C. and Robert (Myrna) Chute, Berwick. Former wife, Sharon Louise Campbell-McKnight, Peterborough. Eighteen first cousins. Many close friends including Darlin Radtke, Vancouver, and the Wenzels, Winnipeg. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his younger brother, Foster in 1951. His late grandparents were well-known Kings County residents: Rupert and Inez (Atwell) Long of Black River and Earl and Ida (Pineo) Chute of Waterville. A celebration of Michael’s life will take place in 2008. Then his ashes will be scattered from a plane over the Bay of Fundy. Please consider making a donation to the C.N.I.B. in memory of Michael. E-mail condolences may be sent to k.chute@comcast.net.