December 16, 2007 to December 22, 2007 continued

STEPHENS, Walter Bertram - 90, Windsor, Hants Co., passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 18, 2007, at home. Born in Windsor, he was the son of the late William and Inez (MacDonald) Stephens. Walter graduated from the Windsor Academy. He remained in Windsor his entire life, operating W.A. Stephens Ltd., founded by his father. He was a band instructor with the Windsor Air Cadet Squadron No. 106 and a Windsor Hockey Referee. Walter was a member of Windsor Fire Department for 50 years, having served as Chief for 40 years and a Veteran for 18 years; he was a founding member of the Western Nova Scotia Firefighters Association, and member and Past President of the Maritime Fire Chiefs Association. Walter was a member of the Windsor Town Council and Deputy Mayor, serving a total of 26 years and also member of Windsor United Church having served on the board of Stewards. He is survived by son, Owen (Janice), Windsor; daughter, Andrea (Elaine), Wolfville; grandchildren, David, Brian (Ronda), Jude and Joel (Liesel); great-grandsons, Cameron and Colin; extended family, Parker Eye and the Che family. Walter was predeceased by his wife, the former Margaret “Alison” Campbell (2002). Arrangements have been entrusted to Lohnes Funeral Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317), where the family received visitors 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday, December 20. Funeral service was held 2 p.m. Friday, December 21, in Windsor United Church, 613 King St., Windsor, with Rev. Bill Gibson officiating. A reception was held in the Windsor United Church Annex. Interment took place in Maplewood Cemetery, Windsor. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Mr. Walter B. Stephens may be made to Windsor United Church, P.O. Box 2037, Windsor, NS B0N 2T0 or Windsor Fire Department Museum, P.O. Box 627, Windsor, NS, B0N 2T0. Private messages of condolence may be made in the "Guest Book" at: www.familycare.ca

Verna Gwendolyn Brown (Lavers), age 87, Windsor Elms, formerly of Windsor and Bedford, passed away on Tuesday, December 18, 2007, at the Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born on July 6, 1920, in Windsor, she was a daughter of the late Rupert James and Lydia Blois (Withrow) Lavers. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Verna and her family lived in Windsor for many years, later moving to Three Mile Plains. She had attended the Windsor Academy High School, and at the time of her marriage to Owen, on May 23, 1942, she was a seamstress at the former Nova Scotia Textiles, Windsor. Verna was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who enjoyed sharing stories and pictures of her family with all she came in contact with. She was a foster mother for many years, providing love and nurturing all who came under her care. She enjoyed bowling, playing cards, her many bus trips in Eastern Canada and United States. She was a member of the United Church, the Windsor Gliders Club and TOPS, Bedford. In her early years, she was always available to drive her children and their friends to dances, etc. and in later years, continued providing transportation for her friends. She is survived by her daughter, Judith "Judy" Gobessi, Lower Sackville; son, Rev. James "Jim" (Lynn) Brown, Chatham, Ontario; grandchildren, Carla (Mark Lynch) Gobessi-Lynch, Fairview; Caterina "Cathy" (Christopher "Chris") Hargreaves, Bedford; Scott Brown, Ottawa, Ontario; Craig (Anna) Brown, London, England; Cristina "Tina" Gobessi, Lower Sackville; great-grandchildren, Carissa and Antonio "Tony" Lynch, Fairview; Ethan and Evan Hargreaves, Bedford; Bode Brown, Ottawa, Ontario; Callum, Maia and Alexander Brown, London, England; sisters-in-law, Phyllis Lavers, Three Mile Plains; Ruby Lavers, Ellershouse; Myrtle Brown, Naniamo, British Columbia; special niece, Marianne Lavers, Three Mile Plains; as well as several other nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Owen Alexander Brown (1979); son-in-law, Giuseppe Gobessi; sister, Jean (Henry) Levy; brothers, Rupert "Rupe" (Theresa) Gallagher; Clifford "Cliff" Lavers and Harold Lavers; brothers-in-law, Mager Brown and Harry (Hazel) Brown. Visitation was 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday, December 21, in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King Street, Windsor. Funeral service was 1:30 p.m. Saturday, December 22, 2007, in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Bill Gibson officiated, followed by a reception in the Lindsay Family Reception Centre. Interment was in the Ste. Croix Cemetery, St. Croix. Memorial donations in memory of Verna, were requested to be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. To sign the book of condolence, click on "Obituaries" at: www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com

W. Paul Nichols - 91, Aylesford, Kings Co. passed away suddenly on Monday December 17, 2007, in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Nicholsville, Kings Co. he was a son of the late William & Lena (Parker) Nichols. Paul was a general merchant in Aylesford for over 35 years, he was a very helpful man who always had a kind word. He was a member of the Aylesford United Church, where he was a honourary life elder and was a founding member of the Aylesford & District Fire Department. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Surviving is his wife of 69 years, Kathleen (Devine) Nichols; sons, David (Doris) Nichols, Windsor; Gary (Diane) Nichols, Bedford; grandchildren, John, Greg & Jeff Nichols; Natasha Armstrong; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by brother, Dr. Gerald Nichols; sisters, Margaret Comstock; Myrtle Caldwell. There was no visitation at the funeral home. Funeral service for Paul took place 3 p.m. Thursday December 20, in the Aylesford United Church, 2414 Hwy # 1, Aylesford. Pastor Kay Dean D.M. officiated. Burial was in the Aylesford Union Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in his memory may be made to the Aylesford United Church. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of the H.C. Lindsay Funeral Home, 192 Commercial St., Berwick, N.S., B0P 1E0, (902-538-9900). Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.hclindsayfuneralhome.ca

Edna Mae Hazelwood - 100, Berwick, Kings Co. passed away peacefully Monday December 17, 2007, at home. Born in South Berwick, she was a daughter of the late Ernest and Margaret Pelton. Edna was educated in South Berwick and became one of the early female career people, being a typesetter for the Berwick Register for several years - no easy task when you had to be an excellent speller and set the type backwards. She started a new career by marrying Boyd Hazelwood and becoming a housewife and loving mother. Again, no easy job rearing and caring for eight children and a husband. Being the family matriarch, her advice and loving counsel was sought by all her family. If a grandchild wanted to save money for a special purpose, he/she would give it to their grandmother for safekeeping. Edna was an expert in making date squares, sewing, knitting, embroidery & needlework, and her joy in later years and up to the time of her death was her crocheting. Almost every family member can point to a priceless creation given to them with love and a big happy laugh. She enjoyed playing scrabble and was a member of the Berwick Baptist Church. She will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all of her survivors. Surviving are daughters, Sylvia (Charles) Wagstaff, Donna Aker, all of Berwick; son, Harley Hazelwood, Dartmouth; daughter-in-law, Madeline Hazelwood, Kingston; 20 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Boyd Hazelwood; daughter, Audrey Hazelwood; sons, Delma, Gerald Curtis & Wylie Hazelwood; daughter-in-law, Kay Hazelwood; son-in-law, Robert Aker; two grandchildren; brother Lloyd Pelton; sister, Susan Pelton. Visitation took place 2-4 p.m. Wednesday December 19, 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 1 p.m. Thursday December 20. Rev. Marilyn Rose officiated. Burial was in the Berwick Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in her memory may be made to any charity. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.hclindsayfuneralhome.ca

ATKINSON, Zedna Iona - 77, Yarmouth County, passed away December 20, 2007, in the Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born in Lower Clark's Harbour, she was a daughter of the late Dennis and Lillian (Ross) Stoddard. Zedna was a homemaker. She worked in the laundry room in the Yarmouth Regional Hospital for 12 1/2 years. She was also the caregiver for both of her parents. She enjoyed golfing, bowling, and bingo. Zedna was a very caring and loving mother to all her children. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Basil; daughters, Rosemary (Atkinson) Rose, Truro; Lynn Atkinson, Yarmouth; sons, Basil (Rose), Truro; Lee, Truro; brother, Rozie (Mary-Lou), U.S.A.; and three grandchildren. She was predeceased by her sister, Gwenlyn Cox. Visitation was held Friday, December 21 from 7-9 p.m. in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Yarmouth. Funeral service was held Saturday, December 22 at 2 p.m. in Sweeny's Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. A.D. Bill Newell officiated. Burial took place in Evergreen Cemetery, Lower Clark's Harbour. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. E-mail condolences may be sent to: sweenys@ns.sympatico.ca Or you may sign the guestbook on-line at: www.sweenysfuneralhome.net

GRIFFIN, Ruth Elizabeth - 95, Kingston, NS, passed away Thursday, December 20, 2007 in North Hills Nursing Home, Granville Ferry. Born in Kingston Village, she was the daughter of the late David and Alma (Leonard) Ferguson. In her early years, she was employed with the C.E. Section, CFB Greenwood. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting and was a very kind and generous lady. Ruth was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by several cousins. Ruth was predeceased by her husband, Edgar; daughter, Anita and brother, Karl. Visiting was held 2 to 4 p.m., Saturday, December 22, 2007 in the Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main Street, (902) 825-3448, where the funeral service was held 2 p.m., Sunday, December 23, 2007, Rev. Leon Langille officiated. Interment was in the Kingston United Cemetery. By request, family flowers only. Donations in memory may be made to the Kingston United Cemetery or a Charity of Choice. Online condolences may be made through: www.middletonfuneralhome.com

Bradley Densmore Henderson - 71 of Kingston, Kings Co. passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, December 20, 2007 in the Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Born in Antigonish he was the son of the late Paul & Hester (Hirschfeld) Henderson. Bradley proudly served in the Canadian Armed Forces from 1953 to 1976, serving both in the Navy & the Air Force & retired as a Master Warrant Officer 2nd class. He volunteered for the Kingston Pharmasave Shuttle service from Kingston to Halifax. He was active in coaching baseball & spent many years with his family at the military campground, Lake Pleasant. Surviving besides his wife, Carol (Dalrymple) is son, Scott (Oonga), Kingston; daughters: Cheryl (Timothy Brown), Melvern Square; Kelly (Dwayne Charlton), Aylesford; Lisa (Wally Bennett), Windsor. Bradley was a proud grandfather to Chris, Kerri (Alex), Candice (Corey) , Christopher, Kailey, Todd (Christine), Tylor & great grandchildren, MacKenzie, Daniel & Thomas; sister, Mary (Lindsay) Shaw, Halifax; brothers: Graham (Helen), Dartmouth; Vincent, Dartmouth; Terrance (Janet), Halifax & David (Lina), Greenwood. He was predeceased by brothers: Bain & Roger; sister, Pauline.Bradley will be greatly missed by his family & friends.Cremation has taken place under the care & direction of the Annapolis Valley Funeral Home, 34 Coldbrook Village Park Dr., Coldbrook. No visitation by family request. A memorial service was held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 22nd in the Kingston United Church, Kingston. Rev. Michael Mugford officiated. Reception followed in the church hall. Interment will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bradley’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Canadian Diabetes Association. On line condolences may be made through www.annapolisvalleyfuneralhome.com

FROTTEN, Georgina – 83, Quinan, Yarmouth Co., passed away on Saturday, December 22, 2007 in Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born August 24, 1924 in East Quinan, she was a daughter of the late Enos and Eugenie (Corporon) Muise. Georgina was a homemaker, and she enjoyed playing cards and quilting. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family and is survived by her children, Carol Belliveau, Lower East Pubnico; Gilbert (Loretta) Frotten, Quinan; Richard (Simone) Frotten, Wedgeport; Russell (Rebecca) Frotten, Yarmouth; Donnie (Cheryl) Frotten, Quinan; Maynard (Nora) Frotten, Port Maitland; Sandra (Paul) Surette, Eel Brook; 15 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Augustin Peter Frotten; a son, Gerald, in infancy; brothers, Edmund, George and Henri; sisters, Arthenise, Marguerite, Madeleine and Frances. Visitation took place from 2 to 4 and again from 7 to 9 on Sunday, with prayers at 8 PM both in H. M. Huskilson’s Funeral Home, 29 Albert Street, Yarmouth. The funeral was held at 10 AM, Monday, December 24 from Saint Agnes Catholic Church, Quinan, Father Crepin Khonde officiated. Interment followed in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Nova Scotia Heart and Stroke Foundation or to Saint Agnes Church. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.huskilson.net

BOURQUE, Stanley George - 88, Amirault's Hill, Yarmouth Co., passed away on Saturday, December 22, 2007 in Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born April 23, 1919 in Amirault's Hill, he was a son of the late Elisee and Nellie (Muise) Bourque. Stanley was a veteran of the second World War, having served with the Royal Canadian Army. He worked as a shipping clerk for W. L. Harding in Yarmouth until his retirement, and he was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 155 Wedgeport. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Louise (Doucette) Bourque; a daughter, Judy (Bruce) Belliveau, and a granddaughter, Suzette, all of Amirault's Hill; brothers, Louis Bourque, Brossard, Qc.; Leonard Bourque, Port Maitland; sisters, Lillian Gordon, Yarmouth; Evelyn Frylink, Trois Rivieres, Qc. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his twin brother, George; a sister, Sister Marguerite Bourque. Visitation took place from 2 to 4 and again from 7 to 9 on Sunday, with prayers at 7 PM, followed by a Royal Canadian Legion Service at 7:30, all in H. M. Huskilson's Funeral Home, 29 Albert Street, Yarmouth. The funeral was held at 10:30 AM, Monday, December 24 from Holy Family Catholic Church, Amirault's Hill, Father Maurice LeBlanc officiated. Interment followed in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Holy Family Church. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.huskilson.net

Crowell, Laurie Reginald, age 60, of Bishopville, Kings County, passed away Saturday, December 22, 2007 at home. Born on January 2, 1947 in Windsor. He was the son of the late Frank "Reg" and Melinda "Lindy" (Bezanson) Crowell. Laurie was involved with the Avon Credit Union in various capacities after being elected to the board in 1975. In 1976 he was elected chair of Avon Credit Union and remained chair until amalgamation to Valley Credit Union in 1994. He was elected as Chairman of the Board of Valley Credit Union in 2001 and was re-elected at the end of each term, where he remained as Chairman to this date. He was a member of the executive, a member of the personnel committee and a Delegate at Provincial and National Meetings on behalf of VCU. "Five O'Clock Crowell" will be remembered for his love of music and entertaining. He was a member of Local 583 of the CEP, and also served as president for a number of years. Surviving are his wife of 44 years, the former Audrey Mosher; daughter Barbara (Butch) Robinson, Windsor; sons, Mike (Allison), Rothesay, N.B.; Stephen (Julie), Prince Edward Island; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters, Elva (Dave) Peach, Falmouth; Ella (Doug) Young, Hantsport; Mary (David) Robarts, Hantsport; and their children as well as extended family and friends. Visitation was held 7-9 p.m. Thursday, December 27, 2007 in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King Street, Windsor where a memorial service was held at 2 p.m. on Friday, December 28, 2007. Interment will be in Bishopville Cemetery at a later date. Donations in Laurie's memory may be made to the Carey-Me Foundation or a charity of one's choice. On-line condolences may be sent to www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com