September 7 to September 13, 2008

RAYNER, Milton - It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Milton Rayner (Beach Meadows) in Queens Manor, Liverpool. Milton was born in Manchester, England in 1926 and was the only child of John and Helena Rayner. He was the darling husband of Rosslyn and the beloved father of Marcus Julian and the dearly loved father-in-law of Debby Noble Rayner. His education was interrupted by war service in the Royal Air Force. He completed his education after the war and embarked upon a career in education; first in England and from 1963 with the British Overseas Aid in Uganda, East Africa and the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. Together with Rosslyn, Milton came to Canada in 1990 and thoroughly enjoyed his new home in Beach Meadows. He made many friends in the community through the Seaside Seniors. He spent his retirement restoring the house and creating a beautiful garden. He loved reading and studying a wide variety of subjects. He had completed two volumes of his personal memoirs. In his youth, he was a rock climber and loved to walk the Dales of Derbyshire and explore the English countryside. He was an artist and his great admiration for the people of Nova Scotia is reflected in his work. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. There will be no service at Milton’s request. A gathering of friends and neighbors will be held next summer to celebrate the life of this remarkable man. No flowers by request, donations may be made to Victorian Order of Nurses; Queens County Branch or S.H.A.I.D. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.

Diane Patricia Buchanan – 70, of Greenwich, Kings County, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2008 with her family by her side. Born in Wolfville, she was a daughter of the late Harold B. and Suzanne (Massey) Mitchell. She attended Horton Academy in Wolfville and later studied interior design at Branksome Hall in Toronto. She worked in design in Halifax and later alongside her husband as the bookkeeper for Buchanan Masonry. She loved spending time at the family cottage at Evangeline Beach and enjoyed cooking and family gatherings. She especially loved her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Robert “Bob”; four children, Mike (Loretta), White Rock and their daughter, Candice; Lisa (Dale) Eye, Port Williams and their daughters, Melisa and Meaghan; Lynn (John) Eye, Canaan and their children, Carlena and Mitchell; Dana (Natalie), Canaan and their children, Lucas and Alicia; two sisters, Suzanne (Ron) Cers, Vancouver and Margaret Mitchell, Middle Musquodoboit; several nieces and nephews. Visitation was held from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, September 11, 2008 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, where the funeral service, followed by a reception, was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 12, 2008, The Reverend Trent Cleveland-Thompson officiated. A private family burial took place in the Lower Horton Cemetery, Grand Pré. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.

Eva Kathleen Redden, age 74, of Windsor, passed away peacefully Sunday, September 7, 2008, at the Halifax Infirmary, Q.E. II, Halifax, after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family. Born September 18, 1933, in Wentworth Creek, Hants County, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Grace (Lowthers) Leighton. In her earlier years, Eva was employed at Maritime Tel & Tel, Windsor, the Agnew Surpass Shoe Store, the Metropolitan Store, and retired in 1993 from the Windsor Elms, where she had worked for over 15 years. Eva is survived by her daughters, Trudy (Paul) Shaw, Windsor Forks; Anna (Brian Sanderson) Redden, Wolfville; Debbie (Louis) Cormier, Kingston; Darlene (Donald) Higgins, Chance Harbour, Pictou Co.; Kathie (Danny) McCully, Poplar Grove; son, Derek Redden, Glen Haven, Halifax Co.; 11 grandchildren, Paul Shaw Jr.; Kara and Brandy Redden; Connor Sanderson; Andre, Danielle, and Renee Cormier; Mitchell and Kaitlyn Higgins; Jake and Josie McCully. Eva is also survived by a sister, Annie Platt, Stellarton; brothers, Ron, Newport Corner; Lawrence (Pat), Halifax; a special niece, Annette, as well as numerous other nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Stephen and Grace (Lowthers) Leighton; she was predeceased by her husband, Dennis Reid Redden (1977); sisters, Frances Leighton and Marjorie “Toots” Baxter; brothers, Roy, Burton, Norman, Carl, Victor, Ernest, Herman, and Allan Leighton; daughter-in-law, Cindy Redden. Cremation has taken place. Visitation was 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, September 10, in Lindsay’s Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King Street, Windsor. Funeral service was 2 p.m. Thursday, September 11, 2008, in Lindsay’s Windsor Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Bill Gibson officiated. Interment was at the Maplewood Cemetery, Windsor, followed by a reception at the Lindsay Family Reception Centre. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Eva, were requested to be made to the Children’s Wish Foundation, c/o Cary Hollett, 1839 Belmont Road, Newport, NS ~ B0N 2A0; the IWK Health Centre Foundation, PO Box 9700, Halifax, NS ~ B3K 6R8 or to a charity of one’s choice. Sign the book of condolence, click on “Obituaries” at www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com.

Kathleen Mary Bateman – of Kentville, passed away peacefully, Monday, September 8, 2008 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. She was born in Yorkshire, England on January 15, 1934 the daughter of William and Mary (Rollinson) Easton. She taught at Kentville Elementary School for 22 years and in England. She was a graduate of Leeds University, England (Dip Ed) and Acadia University, Wolfville (B.A., M.Ed). During her teaching years she served on committees with NSTU and Kings County Math Evaluation and she conducted workshops for fellow professionals. She was an active member of Kentville United Baptist Church where she participated in Fellowship Group, Sunday School, Women's Auxiliary, and Berean Bible Study. She enjoyed reading, ballroom dancing and cross-stitching. Her greatest joys were in her service to God, her deep love for her family and friends and the achievements of the children whom she taught. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Donald; two sons, Andrew (Michele), Wolfville; Paul (the late Fran), Calgary; three grandchildren, Brittany, Jillian and Tristan; numerous brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place under the direction of the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville and there was no visitation by family request. A memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, September 11, 2008 at the Kentville United Baptist Church, Reverend John McNally officiated. A private committal service will be held at a later date. No flowers by family request. Donations in memory may be made to the Valley Regional Hospital Foundation. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.

George Kenneth Escott – 91, of Melville Heights, Halifax, formerly of Toronto, passed away Monday, September 8, 2008 in the QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Born in Hampstead, England, he was a son of the late George Frederick and Florence (Chapman) Escott. George lived a fruitful and rewarding life, was admired by his family and respected by each person whom he came in contact with. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Irene Smith; three sons, Mike, Wolfville; Rick (Susan), Upper Canard; Brian (Tamara), Nanaimo, British Columbia; a sister, Gladys (Charles) Maguire, Stony Point, Ontario; eight grandchildren, Meredith, Carly, Ben, Stephanie, David, Lucas, Adam and Nicholas; five great grandchildren, Max, Bronwen, Ethan, Zachary and Harris; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by five brothers. Cremation has taken place. There was no visitation by family request. The funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 13, 2008 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. Burial took place in the Canard Burial Ground, Kings County. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.

Marion Ann Walker – 86, formerly of Kentville, passed away Monday, September 8, 2008 in the Windsor Elms. Born in Antigonish, she was a daughter of the late Jack and Elizabeth (MacDonald) MacLeod. She had been employed with the former Blanchard Fraser Memorial and Miller Hospitals, Kentville as an X-ray technician. She was a member of the Kentville Gyrettes, enjoyed outdoor sports and was an avid swimmer. She is survived by her husband, Harold Bertram Walker, Kentville; a daughter, Judy (Gerry) Callaghan, Halifax; a son, Wayne (Joanne), Halifax; two grandchildren, Christopher and Kate. She was predeceased by two sisters, Ann and Lillian; four brothers, Hugh, Donald, Bill, Jack and a brother, Earle, in infancy. Visitation was held from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, September 10, 2008 with prayers held at 8:00 at the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. The funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 11, 2008 in St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Kentville, Father Craig Christenson officiated. Burial took place in the Holy Cross Cemetery, Kentville. A reception followed in the parish hall. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com

PETTIGREW, Murray Wayne, 34, of Garlands Crossing, Hants County, passed away Monday, September 8, 2008, at the Halifax Infirmary, Q.E. II, Halifax, as the result of an industrial accident in Dartmouth. Born May 25, 1974, in Windsor, he is the son of Wayne Pettigrew, Garlands Crossing and the late Gloria June (Ettinger) Pettigrew. Murray worked with B. D. Stevens Construction for the past five years. He was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed carpentry work, hunting, fishing and his horses. Murray is survived by his wife, Jennifer (Norman); daughter, Brooke; two week old son, Mitchell; step-children, Emily and Conlan; sister Margaret Pettigrew, Windsor. Cremation has taken place. Visitation was 7-9 p.m. Thursday, September 11, in Lindsay’s Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King Street, Windsor. Funeral service was 2 p.m. Friday, September 12, 2008, in Lindsay’s Windsor Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Wensell MacLeod officiated, followed by interment at the Maplewood Cemetery, Windsor. Donations in memory of Murray, were requested to be made to the Halifax County S.P.C.A. (Horse Rescue), Suite 422, 1600 Bedford Highway, Bedford, NS ~ B4A 1E8. Sign the book of condolence, click on “Obituaries” at, www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com.

COHOON-THIBAULT, Thomas, 50, of Weymouth Mills, died Sept. 8, 2008. Memorial service Sept. 14 in Weymouth Church of Christ.

THURBER, Marjorie Ethel, 60, of Freeport, died Sept. 9, 2008. Memorial service Sept. 15 in Freeport Baptist Church.

Aubrey Omen Spencer, age 83, of Windsor, formerly of Tonge Hill, Hants County, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2008, in Haliburton Place, Windsor, where he was a resident for the past 11 years. Born July 19, 1925, in Wolfville, Kings County, he was the son of the late Oscar and Carrie (Best) Spencer. Aub joined the Canadian Army at a very young age, signing up with the Carleton York Regiment. After a short time, he was wounded in action and returned to Canada for many months of recuperation and received an Honorable Discharge in 1944. He had worked many jobs throughout his life, the last retiring as janitor at the Hants Vocational School, Windsor. He will be forever remembered by his friends and family, as someone who enjoyed life, loved to tease and always flirted with the ladies. He is survived by his children, Cassey (John) Penny, Edmonton, Alberta; Donna (Allan) Penny, Ardoise, Hants County; Oscar (Suzanne nee: Bowser) Spencer, presently living in Indonesia; grandchildren, Bruce (Debby) Spencer, Alberta; David Spencer, Alberta; Leisa (Blaine) Greeno, Annette Penny, Andrew Penny (Tabitha Harvey), all in Hants County; great-grandchildren, Jarred and Justin Spencer; April and Rinael Spencer; Nicolle and Yolanda Spencer; Briana and Zacharey Greeno; many nieces and nephews. Aubrey was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Besides his parents, Oscar and Carrie (Best) Spencer; he was predeceased by his wife, the former Mildred Whitehead (July 19,1997); daughter, Jeannette (1954); sisters, Emma Berry, Hilda O’Brien, Gertrude Keddy, and Pauline Spencer; brothers, Reginald, Donald, Leonard, Gordon, Vincent, George, Robby, and Arthur Spencer; also two brothers in infancy. Cremation has taken place under the care of Lindsay’s Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King Street, Windsor. Hants County Branch No. 009, Royal Canadian Legion, held a Legion Tribute, 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 16, 2008, in Lindsay’s Windsor Funeral Home Chapel, followed by the funeral service, where the Rev. David Curry officiated. Interment was in the Ste. Croix Cemetery, St. Croix. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Aubrey were requested to be made to the Haliburton Place, Windsor, oto a charity of one’s choice. Sign the book of condolence, click on “Obitauries” at, www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com.

Gordon Clyde Whalen – 78, of New Minas, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at home. Born in Centreville, Kings County on April 6, 1930, he was a son of the late Clyde and Edith (Wheaton) Whalen. He graduated from Kings County Academy and was employed for 33 years as a car inspector with the Dominion Atlantic Railway, retiring in 1982. Gordon was a very active member and veteran of the Kentville Volunteer Fire Department. He was a life member of Horton Masonic Lodge A.F & A.M. and a 35-year member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Kings Branch No. 6, Kentville. Left to mourn his passing are his wife of 53 years, Helen (Atwater) Whalen; three sons, Eric Gordon Whalen, New Minas; Brian Eugene Whalen (Pamela Davison), Coldbrook; Bruce Edward Whalen, New Minas; a sister, Thelma Whalen, Canada Creek, Kings County and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Joan Bucki. Cremation has taken place under the direction of the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville and there was no visitation by family request. A private family funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 15, 2008 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Reverend David Ogilvie officiated. Burial will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to the Annapolis Valley Victorian Order of Nurses or the Valley Regional Hospital – ICU. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.

MONIGHAN, Rodney M. Rod’s journey here on earth began in 1946 and has ended on Wednesday, September, 10, 2008, but, a new one has begun. He fought his cancer bravely for four years and passed away at home. He leaves behind for now, his wife of 39 years, Jennie (Bower). Rod is survived by his son, Joseph (Kathy), grandson J.R., Lynette Amalfi Hinkle, step grandchildren, Emily and Crissy Gallagher. Rod will be sadly missed by his sister, Barbara Burke, brothers, Joe (Sue), Brian (Helen) and his beloved pals, Molly and Brutis. Loving brother-in-law of Sandy and Glenn Armstrong. Uncle Rod will be missed by his nieces and nephews, Ron (Kathy), Donna, Julie (Tim), Jennifer (Sonny), Susan (Stuart), Robert (Paula), David, Sabrina, Wade (Hailey), Kelly (Kevin), Bradley and predeceased by his parents, Joe and Stella Monighan and his in-laws, Marie (Butler) and Sydney Bower. Rod was a short/long haul truck driver and worked before his illness for Atripco-Mohawk Services. Rod has asked that it be casual dress (T-shirt/blue jeans) as he was a car guy (63 Ford Falcon conv) and belonged to Peggy Sue’s Cruisers. In lieu of flowers we request donations to Rod’s friends at the SPCA or charity of your choice would be appreciated. The funeral service was held on Saturday, September 13, 2008 in the chapel of Donald V. Brown Funeral Home, Stoney Creek, Ontario. Internment was in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Joe and I would like to thank all the family and friends for their support, nurses, doctors and receptionist at McMaster 3Z ward for their kindness and help. Special thanks to Kathy Adams, Olga Davidson, Donna Burke for making Rod’s journey a comfortable one. Online condolences may be offered at: www.donaldvbrown.ca

JARVIS, Lewis, 100, of Middleton, born in Weymouth Falls, died Sept. 10, 2008, in Mountain Lea Lodge, Bridgetown. Funeral Sept. 12 in Middleton Funeral Home, with burial in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Middleton.

OUTHOUSE, Mendal Blake, 89, of Yarmouth, born in Tiverton, died Sept. 10, 2008. Funeral Sept. 13 in Brazil Lake Wesleyan Church. Burial in Brazil Lake Cemetery.

Mary Florence Dunn - 80, Greenwood, Kings Co., passed away Wednesday September 10, 2008, in North Hills Nursing Home, Granville Ferry. Born in Centreville (Cape Sable Island), Shelburne Co., she was a daughter of the late Burton & Matilda (Quinlan) Atwood. Mary had attended school in South Berwick and also Macks Business College, Kentville. She had worked for D.N.D. in Cold Lake, Alberta, Shearwater, Greenwood & Lahr, Germany. Surviving are her brothers, James (Doris) Atwood, South Berwick; Phelton Atwood, Coldbrook; Henry (Kathleen) Shand, Truro; sister, Kathleen Diprofio, Berwick; several nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by sisters, Irma Baxter; Niamah Shand. Visitation took place prior to the funeral service which was held at 2 p.m. Saturday September 13, in the H.C. Lindsay Funeral Home, 192 Commercial St., Berwick, N.S., B0P 1E0, (902-538-9900). Rev. Marilyn Rose officiated & burial was in the Berwick Cemetery. Donations in her memory may be made to the Kings Co. S.P.C.A., Canadian Cancer Society or to any charity. Condolences may be made by visiting: www.hclindsayfuneralhome.ca

Addison Wayne Rex Hopkins, was born Friday, August 15, to Wayne and Sandy (Peach) Hopkins, of Falmouth, Hants County, and passed away Thursday, September 11, 2008, at the I.W.K. Children’s Hospital, Halifax. Besides his parents, Wayne and Sandy; he is survived by his maternal grandparents, David and Elva Peach, Falmouth; paternal grandparents, Wayne and Gayle Hopkins, Yarmouth; maternal great-grandmother, Nora Peach, Windsor Elms Village; aunt’s and uncles, Tammy (Marc) Blue, Falmouth; David Peach (Paula White), Windsor Back Road; Tracy Hopkins (Brian Grant), Yarmouth; Shawn (Veronica) Hopkins, Yarmouth. He was predeceased by his great-grandparents, Rex Peach; Reg and Lindy Crowell; Doris and Lorne Hopkins; George and Ruth Dennis; and by his cousin, Logan David Blue. Visitation was held Wednesday, September 17, 2008, until the funeral service at 2 p.m., all in Lindsay’s Windsor Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Wayne Merrill and Rev. Tom Henderson officiated. A private family only interment was held at St. George’s Anglican Cemetery, Upper Falmouth. Donations in memory, may be made to the IWK Health Centre Foundation (NICU). Sign the book of condolence, click on “Obituaries” at, www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com

AMIRO, Thomas Stephen - In his 68th year, passed peacefully at Yarmouth Regional Hospital with his loving wife of 48 years, Helen (Crowell) Amiro by his side, Sunday, September 7, 2008. Loving father to daughters, Deeanna (Stephen) Fleming, Sharleen (Patrick) Beresford, and Raven (Kevin) Thompson, all of Ottawa. Grampie will be sadly missed by his six grandchildren, Jacob, Mackenzie, Shane, Cameron, Thomas and Keradwyn. Is survived by sisters, Gerry (Stephen) Muise, Yarmouth and Rena Crosby, Toronto. Predeceased by parents Gerald and Ann Bernice (Muise) Amiro. Tom served with the Canadian Armed Forces (Air Force), for 35 years. He was an avid golfer, member of the Yarmouth Golf and Country Club (still owes his buddies a few dimes). Tom also enjoyed hanging out at Tim Hortons, people-watching. Our thanks to the 4th floor and Amubulatory Care nurses (Yarmouth Regional Hospital) and a special thank you to Doctor Cindy Boudreau and Beth. Visitation took place on Tuesday, September 9 from 2-4 and 7-9, with prayers, 8 pm, both at H. M. Huskilson's Funeral Home, 29 Albert Street, Yarmouth. Funeral mass was held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, September 10th at Saint Ambrose Cathedral, Albert Street, Yarmouth, Father John MacPherson officiated. Interment followed in the Darling's Lake Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Yarmouth Hospital Foundation. Online guestbook available at www.huskilson.net

Aubrey Egerton Hawkins - It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Aubrey Egerton Hawkins, 96, which occurred at his home on Sunday, Sept.7, 2008. Born in Pleasant Point, Halifax County, on March 15, 1912, he was a son of the late John and Isabelle (Shaw) Hawkins. A member of Grace United Church, Digby, he was a trustee for the last 55 years. Having graduated from Technical University of Nova Scotia, he joined Maritime Tel & Tel Co. Ltd., where he worked for 40 years, retiring in 1975. During his working years and in retirement, he was very involved in community work through the Telephone Pioneers. Other community activities he was involved with were the Y’s Men’s Club, Scouting, and a member of the recreation commission. Curling was a passion of his and he was a founding member of the Digby Curling Club in 1948, and was inducted into the Digby Sports Hall of Fame as a founder in 2002. He is survived by daughters, June Pyne, Janet (Dan) Adler, Mary (Brian) Longmire; sons, John, Harold (Carol), Keith (Rosemary); grandchildren, Heather, Brenda, Debbie, Julie, Margaret, Krista, James, Michelle, Megan, Rachel, Cathy, Sally, Robbie; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Pauline, to whom he was married for 59 years; sisters, Ora, Vera, Edith; brothers, John Edwin I, Edwin, and Carl. Funeral service was held Sept. 13 in Grace United Church, with Rev. Peter Atkinson officiating. Interment was in Fairview Cemetery, Digby. Donations in memory can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, Grace United Church or a charity of choice. Family and friends are invited to sign the guest book at www.MeM.com.

DOUCETTE, Marie Suzanne “Susie” - 94, Amirault’s Hill, Yarmouth Co., passed away on Monday, September 8, 2008, at home. Born May 6, 1914 in Doucetteville, Digby Co., she was the daughter of the late Asa and Catherine Thibault. She was a member of Sainte Famille Roman Catholic Church. Susie worked for many years with her husband Laurie at the Bright Spot Restaurant in Yarmouth, and catered at numerous events. Her passion was her family, and her pastime was making quilts. Susie is survived by her daughter, Vivian (Jim) Gillan, and her son, Austin (Paula) Doucette, both of Amirault’s Hill; daughter-in-law Muriel Doucette, Quebec; ten grandchildren, Karen (Terry) Cottreau, Tusket; Dianna (Gordon) Surette, Amirault’s Hill; Brenda (Guy) Belliveau, St. Benoni; Brent (Marlene) Surette, Amirault’s Hill; Greg (Kim) Doucette, Dartmouth; Alan (Deanna) Doucette, Stillwater Lake; Steve (Ange) Doucette, Ottawa; Christine (Stephanie) Doucette, Halifax; Owen (Sylvie) Doucette and Andy Doucette, both of Quebec; fifteen great grandchildren, June (Scott) Jeffrey, Vernon Surette, Simon Surette, Stephanie Surette, Sylvain Surette, Thomas Cottreau, Danielle Cottreau, Andrew Cottreau, Melody Belliveau, Jake (Renée) Belliveau, Alain Belliveau, Hugo Doucette, Jasmine Nguyen Doucette, Keaton Doucette, Lex Doucette; four great-great grandchildren, Alexa, Drew, Jakeb and Cameron. Susie was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Besides her parents, and her husband Laurie, she was predeceased by her daughter, Virginia Surette; son-in-law, Ernie Surette; a son, Kenneth; infant sons, Vernon and Raymond; sisters, Lucy Durling, Mary Doucette; brothers, Louis Thibault and Alcie Thibault. At her family’s request, there was no visitation. The funeral mass was held at 3:00 PM, Thursday, September 11 from Holy Family Catholic Church, Amirault’s Hill, Father Maurice LeBlanc officiated. Interment followed in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Holy Family Cemetery Fund, or to the Tri-County Branch of the Victorian Order of Nurses. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to H. M. Huskilson’s Funeral Home, Yarmouth, where online condolences may be offered at www.huskilson.net

OUTHOUSE, Mendal Blake - 89, Veterans Place, formerly of Deerfield, passed away September 10, 2008, in Veterans Place, Yarmouth. He was born in Tiverton, Digby Co., on October 5, 1918, to Bernard Edison Outhouse and Sadie Blanche (Trask). He was one of nine children. The family moved from Tiverton to Port Maitland when Mendal was about three years old. This is where he spent most of his childhood. On July 3, 1943, he married Viola Mae Allen from the Woodstock Road. He joined the Royal Canadian Navy in the 40s and was soon sent overseas to Ireland, up the English Channel, Holland, Gibraltar and Belfast. His daughter Ellen was born during this time. In the navy he served aboard different ships, the final one being the HMCS Charlottetown during the early 1940’s. Shortly after returning to Nova Scotia their second child, David Wayne, arrived and four years later there was a third child, Charles Mendal. During the early 1950s they moved to Ontario for a few years before returning to Yarmouth. Many people will remember Mendal from Sandford where he lived with his wife and children for many years before moving to South Ohio. At this time he was employed by CNR to work in the engine rooms aboard the MV Bluenose and the Marine Evangeline performing various engine room related duties ranging from oiler to Fourth Class Engineer. He retired in 1976 and moved with his wife to Deerfield where they lived until she passed away in 1997. Mendal remarried in 2001 to Evelyn Rodney of Sandford. They enjoyed seven years of visiting friends and traveling around until Mendal suffered a stroke in 2007. Mendal was a member of the Brazil Lake Wesleyan Church and thoroughly enjoyed the fellowship he found there. In later years he attended the Baptist and the Wesleyan churches in Sandford. Also he was a member of Port Maitland Legion where he enjoyed going for a good round of pool. After being admitted to the hospital in September of 2007, Mendal was transferred to the Veteran’s Wing in January of 2008 and remained there until his passing. He was a devoted father, grandfather and great-grandfather as well as a committed Christian. He will be sadly missed, until we all meet again. Surviving are wife, Evelyn (Rodney) Outhouse; daughter, Ellen (Gerald) Robinson, Deerfield, Yarmouth Co.; sons, Wayne Outhouse, Short Beach; Charles “Chuck” (Barbara) Outhouse, Lake George; brother, Ronald (Elsie), Port Maitland; sisters, Virginia Ross, Yarmouth; Elnora Churchill, Cornwall, Ont.; sister-in-law, Jessie Outhouse, Port Maitland; brother-in-law, Victor Hurlbert, Kemptville; 10 grandchildren and 16 great- grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Viola; daughter in infancy, Linda Louise; grandson, Jimmie Robinson; great- grandson, Justin Goreham; sisters, Margaret O’Connell and Enid Hurlbert. Remains were resting in Sweeny’s Funeral Home, Yarmouth. Visiting hours took place in Sweeny’s Funeral Home chapel September12 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with a Royal Canadian Legion Service at 7:30 p.m. Funeral service was held Saturday, September 13, at 2 p.m. in Brazil Lake Wesleyan Church, Pastor Reg Thomas and Rev. Karl Gorman officiated. Interment followed in Brazil Lake Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Veterans Place, Yarmouth, or to a charity of choice. On-line condolences may be sent to: sweenysfh@eastlink.ca or you may sign the guest book at: www.sweenysfuneralhome.net

BAXTER (Harvie), Marguerite Ellen - The family of Marguerite Ellen (Harvie) Baxter wish to announce her passing on Wednesday, September 10, 2008, in Windsor Elms Village, Windsor. Born to Sylvanus Harvie and Mary Ellen (White) (Findlay) Harvie at (North Noel Road, Hants Co.) September 22, 1915, Marguerite lived for many years in Wentworth Creek and later with her daughter Gloria and John in Falmouth. She was a member of the UCW in Windsor for many years and her hand knit items for their annual fundraisers were always in demand. Marguerite is survived by daughters, Gloria (John) Lyon, Falmouth; Sharon (Kenneth) Gartland, Windsor; Deborah (Arthur) Stevens, Chester Basin; special niece who was like a daughter, June (Robert) McLellan, Bible Hill; son, Wilfred (Anneliese), Woodville, Kings Co; also surviving are 16 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and five great great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Frank; sisters, Essie White, Florence Turple, Lorena Underwood; brothers, Archie, Freeman and Lester. The family wish to thank the very kind staff at Windsor Elms Village for the wonderful care our mother received while a resident there. Arrangements have been entrusted to Lohnes - DeMont Funeral Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317), where the family received visitors from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday, September 12. The family also received visitors from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 13 in Windsor United Church, 613 King St., Windsor, Rev. Bill Gibson officiated. Private family interment took place in Maplewood Cemetery, followed by a reception in the church annex. Family flowers only by request. Donations in memory of Marguerite may be made to a charity of one's choice. Private messages of condolence may be made in the "Guest Book" at: www.familycare.ca.

PARKER, Ethel Elizabeth - 87, South Rawdon, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2008, in the Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in Centre Rawdon, she was the daughter of the late Alvah and Vera (Fenton) Campbell. Ethel was a graduate of nursing at the Victoria General Hospital. She worked in Windsor at the V.O.N., Payzant Memorial Hospital and Hants Community Hospital, retiring in 1985. Ethel was a member of St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Centre Rawdon. She is survived by her husband, Anthony; sons, Earle, South Rawdon; Lee (Darlene), Hillsvale; and David (Anne) Cap Rouge, Que.; grandchildren, Terry, Annette, Tracy, Michael, Amy, and Emilie; and six great grandchildren; brother, Willard (Jean), Greenfield. She was predeceased by brothers, Carl, Claude, Perry and Earle. Arrangements have been entrusted to Lohnes-DeMont Funeral Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317), where the family received visitors from 7-9 p.m. Friday, September 12. Funeral service was held 2 p.m. Saturday, September 13 in Lohnes-DeMont Funeral Service Chapel, Rev. E.E. Hill officiated. A reception was held in the funeral home's Elmcroft Reception Centre, followed by a private family interment in St. Paul’s Anglican Cemetery, Centre Rawdon. Donations in memory of Ethel may be made to St. Paul’s Anglican Cemetery, Centre Rawdon. Private messages of condolence may be made in the “Guest Book” at: www.familycare.ca.

EVERETT, Lawrence Eddie - 65, Hillsburn, Annapolis Co., passed away at his home on Wednesday, September 10, 2008, with his loving wife of 43 years and their three children by his side. Following a courageous battle with cancer, he went home to be with the Lord. Born in Hillsburn, he is the son of Marjorie (Longmire) and the late Eddie Everett. After raising two boys to do the job better than himself, he retired after 29 years in the fishing industry. He enjoyed his winters in Florida and trying to improve his golf swing and driving in his 56 Ford. He loved to spend time with his family, and the many hours playing with his grandchildren. Lawrence was a member and deacon of the Hillsburn United Baptist Church. He was a special Grampa to Tara, Gregory, Cassandra, Caleb and Chloe Everett, Jesse and Joshua Robinson. He is survived by his wife, Sharon (Halliday); three children, Shawn (Holly) of Parker's Cove; Richie (Angela) of Hillsburn; and Tina (Darren) Robinson of Parker's Cove, and his sister Christina Longmire; several nieces and nephews. Visitation was held Friday, September 12 in Kaulbach Family Funeral Home, Annapolis Royal. Funeral service was held Saturday, 2:00 p.m. from the Hillsburn United Baptist Church, Pastor Bruce Kaiser and Pastor Melvin Jones officiated. Private family interment. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Gideon’s Bibles or a charity of your choice. E-mail condolences may be sent to: KAULBACHFH@ns.aliantzinc.ca

LeBLANC, Marie Helen (Auntie May) – 101, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 11, 2008 in Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born on March 30, 1907, in Lower Wedgeport, she was the first born daughter of Jane and Élizée LeBlanc. She was an amazingly strong and generous person. Known as “Auntie May” to he family and friends, she had a full life. She is survived by her youngest brother, Bona LeBlanc, her caregivers, Charles and Joan LeBlanc, special nieces from California, Mary Jane, Alice, Anne Marie and Barbara, along with numerous nieces and nephews scattered throughout Canada and the U. S. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Albert; sisters, Hazel Dufresne and Etta Maillet; brothers, Harry, Elie and Dick. Two other siblings died at a very young age. The oldest of nine, May grew up with lots of love and helped at home, which led to her job in New York, where she excelled as a gourmet cook. Mny of her weekends were spent with her sister, Hazel Dufresne, in New York, who had a large family to whom May became a second mother. She always helped by taking a niece or nephew back to Wedgeport for the summer. May was always a very giving person. At 60, she returned to her hometown to care for her parents who were in their nineties. There, she taught cooking classes in her home to the interested local ladies. She was always a romantic, and at the age of 83, married for the first time, Albert LeBlanc, a long time friend. They were married for 15 years and often enjoyed visits from family and friends in their home. With the care provided by boarding homes and extraordinary friends, she returned to Wedgeport to celebrate her 100th birthday with a dinner she hosted for friends and family. May was a charming and strong individual who kept everything together and running smoothly for over 100 years. She will be dearly missed. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to H. M. Huskilson’s Funeral Home, Wedgeport, where visitation was held on Tuesday, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The funeral mass was held at Saint Michael’s Catholic Church, Wedgeport, with Msgr. Gerald LeBlanc and Father Wielsaw Papuga officiating. Interment followed in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, or to a charity of choice. You may sign the online guestbook by visiting www.huskilson.net

Addison Wayne Rex Hopkins, was born on Friday, August 15th, to Wayne and Sandy (Peach) Hopkins, of Falmouth, Hants County, and passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2008, at the I.W.K. Children's Hospital, Halifax. Besides his parents, Wayne and Sandy; he is survived by his maternal grandparents, David and Elva Peach, Falmouth; paternal grandparents, Wayne and Gayle Hopkins, Yarmouth; maternal great-grandmother, Nora Peach, Windsor Elms Village; aunt's and uncles, Tammy (Marc) Blue, Falmouth; David Peach (Paula White), Windsor Back Road; Tracy Hopkins (Brian Grant), Yarmouth; Shawn (Veronica) Hopkins, Yarmouth. He was predeceased by his great-grandparents, Rex Peach; Reg and Lindy Crowell; Doris and Lorne Hopkins; George and Ruth Dennis; and by his cousin, Logan David Blue. Visitation was from noon on Wednesday, September 17th, 2008, until the funeral service at 2 p.m., all in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Wayne Merrill and Rev. Tom Henderson officiating. A private family only interment was at St. George's Anglican Cemetery, Upper Falmouth. Donations in memory, may be made to the IWK Health Centre Foundation (NICU). Sign the book of condolence, click on "Obituaries" at, www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com