June 22 to June 28, 2008 continued

WALSH, Minnie Jane, age 81, of Hants Border, Kings County, passed away Friday, June 27, 2008, at the Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born September 30, 1926, in Belmont, Hants County, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Georgia (Benedict) Dalrymple. Minnie was a stay at home Mom, and was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Donald “Don” Frank Walsh; daughter, Mary (Joseph) Lane, Hants Border; son, Banford (Annie) Walsh, Hants Border; grandsons, Shawn and Todd Walsh. Minnie was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Rodney and Melvin Dalrymple; sisters, Daphne Masters and Mary Dobson. She was an avid animal lover especially her dogs, Jette, Cindy, Heidi, Tami, Buddy-Jo and her grand-dog, Cricket. Visitation was 7-9 p.m. Saturday, June 28, in Lindsay’s Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King Street, Windsor. Funeral service was 2 p.m. Sunday, June 29, 2008, in Lindsay’s Windsor Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Dan Jamer officiated, followed by interment at the Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Minnie, were requested to be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Sign the book of condolence, click on ‘Obituaries’ at, www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com.

Annie Louise (Taylor) Winchester – 76, of Yarmouth passed away June 27, 2008 in Yarmouth Regional Hospital surrounded by her family. Born on May 20, 1932 she was the daughter of the late Wilfred and Lulu Belle (Greene) Taylor of Medford, Kings County N.S. Annie was a phenomenal cook, took great pride in cooking and tending to family. She was a wonderful mother, and grandmother and a kind and selfless lady. She will be sadly missed by her sons Wilfred (Mona) Winchester, Wedgeport, Michael (Nancy) Winchester, Arcadia, Ralph (Marilyn) Winchester, Brooklyn and daughters: Mary Lou (Robin) Cook, Cheboque, Linda (Rodney Morgan) Winchester, Truro, grandchildren: Heather Winchester, Andrew Winchester, Jennifer Cook, Sarah (Jamie) Hubbard, Brian Winchester, Scott Winchester, Jeremy Winchester all of Yarmouth; Jessica (Kregg) Christie, Alberta, Corey Winchester, Alberta, Jason Cook, Halifax, Taylor Riggins, Stewiacke, Kristen Riggins, Stewiacke, Max Morgan, Truro. She is also survived by brother Archie Taylor (Medford), sisters Greta (Ivan) Swindels, New Minas, Valerie (Sam) Bigelow, Habitant, Alice (Gordon) Fraser, Canning, Joyce (Roy Jr.) Lyons, Scott’s Bay Rd., Margaret (Bill) Millbury, Bridgewater, Marilyn Taylor, Medford, Edna (Hugh) Taylor, Ontario. She was predeceased by her husband Edmund (Sonny) Winchester and sister Wilda (Bruce) Spicer, Canning. There was no visitation. A memorial service was held at Sweeny’s Funeral Home in Yarmouth June 30, 2008 @ 1:00 p.m, Father John MacPherson officiated. Burial followed at Our Lady of Calvary Cemetery. Donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Tri-County VON or the charity of your choice. On line condolences to www.sweenysfuneralhome.net or sign the guest book at sweenysfh@easatlink.ca

Earl Louis MacKenzie - May 8, 1942 - June 22, 2008. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Earl Louis MacKenzie, on June 22, 2008 in Calgary, Alberta. Earl passed away peacefully, with his loved ones by his side, after a brief illness. Born May 8, 1942, Earl was the eldest son of Alvin and Stella MacKenzie of Wolfville, Nova Scotia. He was an exceptionally hard worker and dedicated volunteer to many organizations. Earl is survived by his granddaughters Sara Baker and Charlotte MacKenzie, daughters Shea (Erin), Tarie (Mark), Leanne (Pete), son Duane (Jill), partner Jennifer, brothers Laurie (Sabina), David (Sylvia), Neil, Barry (Anne), sisters Shona (Wayne), Janet (Murray), Patsy (George), and many nieces and nephews. Earl was predeceased by his son Scott in 1968, his father Alvin in 2005, and his granddaughter Jorja in 2007. Earl loved his family dearly and enjoyed nothing more than spending time with them. He also enjoyed traveling, hiking, curling, golfing, and riding his bike. He spent 40 years in the Yukon before retiring to his childhood home in Nova Scotia. Earl was a big guy with a big heart. He will be dearly missed by all of us. A Celebration of his life will be held on August 24, 2008 in Dawson City, Yukon. Earl was a strong supporter of the community, in lieu of flowers please make donations to one of the following organizations; YOOP Lodge #1, Stars Ambulance (www.stars.ca), and/or the Dawson Curling Club.

Russell Oliver Ross, 84, of Culloden, Digby County. It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the peaceful passing of our excellent husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather and ‘Papa’ in Digby General Hospital on June 24, 2008. Born on May 8, 1924, in Culloden, he was the youngest son of the late Oliver ‘Ollie’ Russell and Agnes Bibiana (VanTassell) Ross. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Russell was a long time employee of CP Railway, CN Railway and Marine Atlantic before his retirement in March 1985. He was a resident of Culloden from his birth and raised his family in the home he had constructed there in 1950. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend of almost 58 years, Mary Ellen (Hewey); daughters, Rosemary (Roger) Wright, Clementsvale; Janet (Terrance) O’Neil, Mount Pleasant; sons, Russell James (Janet), Bruce (Jane), Anthony E. (Monica Belliveau), all of Culloden; nine grandchildren and one step-granddaughter; and numerous nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law. He also leaves behind niece Agnes G. (Jon Oickle) Ross and nephew Oliver E. (Jan) Ross, Brighton, children of his deceased brother Henry W. Ross. He was also predeceased by three sisters-in-law and three brothers-in-law. Russell was a long-outstanding member of the CN Pensioners Association and a lifelong parishioner of St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, Digby. His family and his grandchildren were his life. Funeral service was held June 27, 2008, in St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, Digby, with interment in the parish cemetery followed by a reception at the family home. Donations in memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, Digby General Hospital or charity of choice.

WHYNOT, Gerald David - 83, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2008, at the Perley-Rideau Veterans Health Centre, in Ottawa, Ontario. Born in Milton, Queens County, he was the son of the late Harry and Martha (Ryer) Whynot. He moved to Perth, Ontario, in 1967. Gerald was a WWII veteran; serving with the 21st Canadian Field Ambulance R.C.A.M.C. Gerald was a business owner, volunteer policeman, little league coach, and so much more. His kind and caring ways and terrific sense of humor brought a smile to everyone’s face. Beloved husband of June; loving father of Charlotte (Cal), David (Joan), Susan; cherished grandfather of Alexander (Ruth), Jennifer, Michael, also loved and sadly missed by great grandchildren Kendra, Melissa, and Seth. He is also survived by brother Maurice, of Milton; sister Muriel (Frank) Morash, of Moncton, N.B. He was predeceased by brothers Clarence, Raymond, Victor, Herman, infant brother Percy; sisters Lilly Richards, Belle MacLeod, Kathleen Seaman. The family would like to recognize and thank the nurses and attendants at the Rideau 1 North Unit of the Perley who made his short stay so comfortable. Funeral Services and interment will be held in Liverpool, N.S., at a later date. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Perley-Rideau Veteran’s Health Centre would be appreciated. Condolences, tributes or donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com

DEARMER, Ronald Edward “Ron” - 83, Windsor, Hants Co., passed away peacefully, Friday, June 27, 2008, in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor, after fighting a battle with cancer. Born August 17, 1924, in Blockley, England, he was the son of the late Ernest and Grace (Butler) Dearmer. Ron and his late wife, Kitty (Rendell), along with their two sons, immigrated to Canada in 1966. Ron’s passion was painting, which gave him great pleasure. He was a member of the Shriners and the Philae Temple and a long- time member of the Masonic Lodge including the Welsford Lodge No. 26, A.F. & A.M., of the Grand Lodge of Nova Scotia and Past Master of Lyn Lodge No. 416, A.F. & A.M. of the Grand Lodge of Canada in the province of Ontario. He was also a member of the Hiram Chapter No. 3 of the Royal Arch Masons. Ron is survived by and will be sadly missed by sons, Stephen (Velma), Etobicoke, Ont.; Keith (Ellie), Whitby, Ont; brother, Victor (Anne), New Zealand; sister, Lorna, Oshawa, Ont.; grandchildren, Wade, Kimberly, Jessica and Shawn; two great-grandchildren. Arrangements were entrusted to Lohnes Funeral Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317), where Welsford Lodge No. 26 conducted a Masonic Service, open to the general public, followed by a time of fellowship and reflection Wednesday, July 2 at 7 p.m. Donations in memory of Ron may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children, 1529 Cedar Ave. Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H3G 1A6. Private messages of condolence may be made in the "Guest Book" at: www.familycare.ca. In Loving Memory of a Dear Father The Lord saw you getting tired And a cure was not to be So he put his arms around you And whispered “come with me.” With tearful eyes we watched you suffer And saw you fade away, Although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay. Your memory is our keepsake With which we’ll never part, God will keep you in His keeping And we will keep you in our hearts.