September 28 to October 4, 2008

CHURCH, Muriel Marie (Cameron) -- age 85, of Windsor, formerly Poplar Grove, Hants County, passed away peacefully at home, Sunday, September 28, 2008, surrounded by her family. Born June 24, 1923, in Poplar Grove, Hants County, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of the late George and Edith (Lowe) Cameron. Muriel was a member of the Windsor United Baptist Church. She loved family gatherings, gift-giving, music, dancing, feeding a crowd and always enjoyed a good laugh. Working many years as a pastry chef at restaurants in Windsor and Halifax, Muriel, at the age of 59, fulfilled her dream of opening her own bakery, Muriel's Country Kitchen, Windsor. She is survived by her daughters, Judy Church (Philip Boyd), Halifax; Karin Folker, Wolfville; Patti Deveau, Windsor; Paulette (Robert) Leighton, Poplar Grove; Bonnie Church (Greg Tufts), Windsor; Heather (Dave) Majcan, Poplar Grove and beloved son, Jamison, Toronto. Karin's children, Melaney (Rod) Folker and Kade Folker; Patti's son, Michael (Katie) Deveau; Paulette's children, Charmedie (Mark) Leighton and Cayle (Rebecca) Leighton; Bonnie's children, Mandy (Ken) McCulloch and Nick Wile; Heather's children, Jordan and Hollee (Mahlon) Angelucci; great-grandchildren, Kaylee Folker; Zoe Leighton; Caleb and Joseph McCulloch; Kobie Angelucci. She is also survived by sister, Violet McAndrews, Val Caron, ON; brother, George (Ruth) Cameron, Bedford; life-long friend, Shirley Church; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, George and Edith (Lowe) Cameron; Muriel was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, Elliott Church (2004); sisters, Modena Vaughan, Edith Mynerich and Gertrude Whitman; brothers, John and Harold Cameron. Visitation was 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, September 30, in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King Street, Windsor. Funeral service was 4 p.m. Wednesday, October 1, 2008, in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Jeff White officiated, followed by a reception in the Lindsay Family Reception Centre. Interment was in the Belmont Community Cemetery, Belmont, Hants County. Donations in memory of Muriel were requested to be made to the Windsor and District Food Bank. Sign the book of condolence, click on "Obituaries" at, www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com.

LUTES, Malcolm Ward - Sandford, passed away quietly in Yarmouth Regional Hospital on Sunday, September 28, 2008. Born in Moncton, Malcolm was a son of the late Ovid and Edna (Johnson) Lutes. Malcolm was a veteran of the Second World War and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion. After returning from overseas, Malcolm worked for CNR as an electrician and in 1955, moved with his family to Yarmouth, where he worked with CN Marine Atlantic until his retirement. Malcolm was a very active member in Yarmouth and his summer home in Carleton, P.E.I. He was recognized for his many volunteer services, including the Arthritis Society, the Boy Scouts of Canada, the Federation of Agriculture, as well as the general community handyman. The church played a major role in Malcolm’s life. He was an active member of the Sanford United Baptist Church and a past member of Zion United Baptist Church in Yarmouth, where he enjoyed being a choir member, a deacon and a Sunday school teacher. His love of music will be remembered by those who heard him sing as a Barbershopper or play the harmonica. Malcolm will be missed by his wife, Muriel (Larkin) (Cleveland); son, David and his wife, Debbi of Bedford; sisters, Catherine (Doug) Hill, New Glasgow; Marjorie Keirstead, Sackville, N.B.; brother, Robert (Joy) Sylvester. Malcolm was predeceased by his first wife, Pearl (Noonan) Lutes; brothers, George and Milton "Bud". Funeral services were under the direction of Sweeny’s Funeral Home, Yarmouth, where visiting hours took place on September 29 from 7-9 p.m., with a Royal Canadian Legion Service, Port Maitland, Branch 143, at 7:30 p.m. Funeral took place Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Sweeny’s Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Scott MacDonald officiated. A second service took place on Thursday, October 2, at 2:30 p.m. in Fair Haven Funeral chapel in Moncton, N.B. Interment followeded in Fair Haven Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Moncton. Donations in Malcolm’s memory may be made to Sanford United Baptist Church. On-line condolences may be sent to: sweenysfh@eastlink.ca or you may sign the guest book at: www.sweenysfuneralhome.net

Chisholm, Hugh John “Hughie” – passed away with his wife by his side at the McCall Centre on Sunday, September 28, 2008 at the age of 76. He was the beloved husband of Patricia for 33 years; loving father of Marlene Knight (Carlos), Lynn Chisholm (Kenny), Elizabeth Sheehy (Dean), Valerie Sheehy (Kevin), Matthew Sheehy, Mies Splinter and the late Michael, and Vera; cherished grandfather of Aaron (Christine), Connor, Corrine, Fregine and Piet; dear brother of Finley (Margaret), Paul (Ruth), and the late John. He will be lovingly remembered by his mother-in-law Viletta Knight and brother-in-law Paul Knight (Judy). Hughie was a proud and grateful member of AA for close to 47 years. In their early married life Hughie and Pat were members of the Etobicoke Yacht Club and sailed the “Chapter V” to the 1000 Islands and other Lake Ontario ports. They also spent much time together in his beloved Nova Scotia. Though plagued with serious health problems, necessitating early retirement from I.A.P.A., he remained a positive, happy person who cherished his family and friends, and always enjoyed meeting and talking with people from all walks of life. He enjoyed taking photographs and creating albums, visiting yard sales, watching the wildlife around his home and attending AA meetings. Visitation was at the Turner & Porter “Peel” Chapel, 2180 Hurontario St., Mississauga, (Hwy. 10 N. of the QEW) on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service was held in the Chapel on Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at 11 a.m. Interment in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Mississauga.

SAUNDERS, Robert Cyril “Bob”- 85, of Paradise, formerly of Nictaux Falls NS, passed away Sunday, September 28, 2008 in Mountain Lea Lodge, Bridgetown. Born in Middleton, he was a son of the late George and Ola (Barkhouse) Saunders. He enjoyed birds and gardening and shared his knowledge and his plants with neighbours, friends or anyone who dropped by. He was a teacher for 36 years, starting in Port Lorne and other communities in the Annapolis Valley. He then attended Provincial Normal College for his teaching certificate and taught in several Halifax schools before his retirement in 1980. After the death of his wife Joan (Jubien), he moved back to the Annapolis Valley, settling in Paradise in 1985. Surviving are his daughter, Heather, Halifax; son, Brian (Sue Clark), Kingston, NS; grandchildren, Leslie, Beth and Jeff; sisters, Wyona (Arthur) Edmonds and Margaret Annis, both of Nictaux Falls; brothers, Paul (Marilyn), Nictaux; Earle (Ellen), Cambridge, NS and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife the former Joan Jubien; brother, Ralph; brother-in-law, Merle Annis and niece, Susan Williams-Dexter. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service was held Wednesday, October 1, 2008 in the Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main Street, (902) 825-3448. Rev. Leon Langille officiated. Interment will be in the Camp Hill Cemetery, Halifax at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be made through: www.middletonfuneralhome.com

VEINOTTE, David Leroy - 61, Aylesford, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Sunday, September 28, 2008, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in East Dalhousie, he was a son of the late Harold and Violet (Zinck) Veinot. David was retired from Thompson’s Transfer after 30 years of driving and continued to enjoy spending his time in the woods, hunting and fishing with his brother Hartley. He was a huge fan of country music, was an avid collector, enjoyed woodworking and gardening, and was artistic in drawing and painting. He will be sadly missed by his lifelong companion, Barb Veinotte (Naugler); children, David, Middleton; Douglas (Julie), Middleton; Denyse (Phillip Archibald), Lashburn, Sask.; stepdaughter, Debbie (Arthur) Crouse, Lashburn, Sask.; grandchildren, Tanya (Joe) Adams, Chelsea, Kate, Kyle, Matthew, Corey, AJ, Kayden and Lee Archibald; sisters, Ruth (Ronald) Aalders, Coldbrook; Geneva (John MacDonald), Nictaux Falls; brothers, Dale (Kaye), Kingston; Hartley (Myrna), Aylesford; Wade (Faye), Cambridge; as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, David was predeceased by grandparents; several aunts and uncles and one nephew. Cremation has taken place and no visitation by request. A graveside service took place on Friday, October 3, in Nictaux Cemetery, a reception followed in the Nictaux Fire Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Liver Foundation, Halifax Chapter or to a charity of choice. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Serenity Funeral Home & Crematorium, PO Box 239, Port Williams, NS B0P 1T0. Cards and letters of sympathy may be sent to this address or on-line at: www.serenityfuneral.com

Elizabeth Ann Hope (Cohoon) – 70, Halifax, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 29, 2008, with her heartbroken husband by her side. Born in Wolfville, NS, on November 6, 1937, she was the daughter of the late John and Jennie (Eisenhauer) Cohoon of Kentville, NS. Ann is survived by her husband of 46 years, Captain (N) Frank Hope, OMM, Retired; daughter Leslie Hope and husband Adam Kane, son Stephen Hope and wife Virginia; her sisters-in-law, Helen and husband John Thorowgood, Lindy, Stephanie and partner Mark Solly, and ‘special sister’ Judy Cohoon; grandchildren Mackenzie Angell, Andrew, Cody, and Tessa Hope; her nieces Jessica, Rachel, Lorraine and nephews Richard, Jonathan, Karl and Christopher. She was predeceased by her brother, Bruce Cohoon, New Minas, NS and by her nephew Dominic. Ann grew up in Kentville, NS and loved her marriage and life with Frank. She was a dedicated Navy wife, who coped extraordinarily well during Frank’s sea-time and indeed helped many younger naval wives to manage during their early years of marriage. She subsequently so much enjoyed becoming part of the NATO family during postings to Rome, Brussels and Norfolk. Not only was Ann a super wife, mother, grandmother, friend, cook, hostess, singer, bridge player and bowler, she was a quilter “par excellence.” Ann was known for her love of quilting and formed or joined quilting groups wherever she and Frank were posted. Ann taught quilting in Canada, the US and Europe so now, grandchildren all over the world are dreaming special dreams beneath the quilts their grandmothers created under Ann’s loving tutelage. She particularly enjoyed the close friendships she made singing in a series of four part harmony choirs, most recently with The Scotianaires. Ann’s dear friends will miss going to the movies with her, sharing Chinese food, shopping for shoes and listening to Frank Sinatra. Ann’s stroke was the latest in an unremitting series of health setbacks that proved simply too much for her to overcome…notwithstanding the persistent endeavours of her friend and physician Dr. Vicky Mitchell, as well as the efforts of all the other dedicated caregivers at The QE II Halifax, who so generously comforted and consoled Ann and her family and friends. No flowers please, but a donation to a charity of your choosing or The Scotianaires would be most appreciated. Service November 9, 2:30, Stadacona Chapel with reception to follow at 3:30, Royal Artillery Park, Queen Street, Halifax. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.

DEVEAU, Catherine Mary, 66, of Weaver Settlement, Digby Co., died Sept. 29, 2008, in Digby General Hospital. Funeral Oct. 4, in St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Weymouth.

THERIAULT, Marie, 77, of Meteghan Station, died Sept. 29, 2008, in Digby General Hospital. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Meteghan Funeral Home.

WILE, Kathy Elaine -- age 51, of Centre Rawdon, Hants County, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 30, 2008, in the Hants Community Hospital, Windsor, with her family by her side. She was born July 4, 1957, in Kentville. Kings County, Nova Scotia, and she was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Eleanor (Schofield) Wile. Kathy worked for the V.O.N., which was a job she was very proud of. Kathy is survived by her husband, Ernie; daughter, Jaime (Matthew) Harvey, Centre Rawdon; grandson, Tristin; sisters, Nina MacDonald, Alberta; Debbie (Barrie) Bent, Bridgetown; Sylvia (Victor Fraser) Sinclair, Sackville; Mona (Gordon) Gallie, Sackville; Brenda Wile, Noel Road; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Kathy was predeceased by nephews, Jason and David. Cremation has taken place. Visitation was 7-9 p.m. Thursday, October 2, in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King Street, Windsor. A memorial service was 2 p.m. Friday, October 3, 2008, in St. Paul's Anglican Church, Centre Rawdon. The Rev. Carson Baxter officiated. Interment will be held at a later date. Family flowers only! Donations in memory of Kathy were requested to be made to a charity of one's choice. Sign the book of condolence, click on "Obituaries" at www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com. "Don't be sad that I died, be happy that I lived"

Frances Etoile Cohoon - 93, Berwick, Kings Co., passed away Tuesday September 30, 2008, in the Grand View Manor, Berwick. Born in Greenwich, Kings Co., she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Lulu (Rafuse) Hennigar. Frances was a member of the Berwick Baptist Church. She taught Sunday School in Rockland, Coldbrook and South Berwick, where she was Secretary/Treasurer. She was a member of the Women’s Institute, the Garden Club and assisted with the 4-H Club in South Berwick. Surviving are daughters, Wanda (Blair) Williams, Shubenacadie; Patricia (Patrick) Walsh, Airdrie, Alberta; son, Michael (Helen) Cohoon, Brooklyn Corner, Kings Co.; nine grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; sister, Joy Forsythe, Grand View Manor; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Harry Cohoon; brothers, Wendell, Dean & Keith Hennigar; sister, Kathleen Hatt; one grandchild. There was no visitation. Funeral service for Frances took place 2 p.m. Friday October 3, in the H.C. Lindsay Funeral Home, 192 Commercial St., Berwick, N.S., B0P 1E0, (902-538-9900). Rev. Elizabeth Johnson officiated. Burial was in the Berwick Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in her memory may be made to the Grand View Manor or to any charity. The family would like to say a special thank you to the staff on the Ross Unit at the Grand View Manor for their special care and thoughtfulness shown to Frances. Condolences may be made by visiting: www.hclindsayfuneralhome.ca

HEWEY, Evelena “Evie” Mae – 73, Conway, Digby County. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother on Wednesday, October 1, 2008. She died in Yarmouth Regional Health Centre with her family by her side. She was the daughter of the late George Allen and Mary (Wagner) Newcombe. All her working life, she spent serving the public; first as a waitress at the Bonnie Lass, then a cashier at the Conway Co-op, and finally, as a waitress at the Digby Irving. She thoroughly enjoyed the social interaction with customers and co-workers. Evelena, having dealt with medical problems all her life, had a great inner strength that anyone would envy and admire. One of her biggest challenges was kidney failure. In 1983, she was the recipient of a kidney transplant which gave her a quality of life she may never have otherwise known. As a result of this, the family would like to encourage everyone to consider organ donation and sign a donor card. She is survived and will be lovingly missed by her children, Vivian O’Neil (Ed Grovestine); Gordon (Debbie); Michael (Donna); Wanda (Rickey) Pulley; all of Digby; her half-sister, Bernice “Sue” Evans, Ontario; her grandchildren Sherry and Laure O’Neil; Ryan, Rodney and Vanessa Pulley; great-grandchildren, Zachary and Ava O’Neil; Ryker and Preslee Pulley. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Robert, brother, Murray Allen, granddaughter, Amber O’Neil and step-father, Spurgeon Newcombe. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be 6-9 pm, Thursday, October 9 at Jayne’s Funeral Home, Digby. An informal service of remembrance will be held in the Chapel of Jayne’s Funeral Home at 11 am Friday, October 10 with reception to follow. Interment at a later date. Donations in Evelena’s memory may be made to the Kidney Foundation or charity of your choice. “Mom, you fought the good fight so go with peace and be with Dad”

RYAN, Alma Marie, 85, of Freeport, died Oct. 1, 2008, in Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Graveside service Monday, Oct. 6, in Brookside Cemetery, Freeport, Rev. Renee Clark will officiate.

TITUS, John Austin, 78, of Plympton, Digby Co., formerly of Centreville died Oct. 1, 2008, in Tideview Terrace, Digby. Funeral Oct. 6 in Jayne's Funeral Home. Burial in Union Burial Ground, Centreville.

WRIGHT, Avard Justin, 81, of Digby, died Oct. 2, 2008, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Committal service at a later date in Mount Hope Cemetery, Bear River.

Walter Fairgrieve Bayne – formerly of Wolfville, passed away Friday, October 3, 2008 in the Veterans Memorial Building, Camp Hill, Halifax. He was born in Halifax in 1907, the son of Andrew Neilson Bayne and Lila Macdonald Bayne. He attended Maritime Business College and worked with Royal Trust Company in Halifax. He served in the Canadian Army during the Second World War in Canada and Europe with the Princess Louise Fusiliers. Upon his return to Canada he worked with the National Revenue Department in Halifax and in Sydney until his retirement to Wolfville in 1965. He is survived by his wife, Frances (Forbes) Halifax; daughter, Elizabeth Sodero (Peter) Halifax; granddaughters, Jane Sodero (Paul Melanson) Greenville, South Carolina; Stephanie Sodero, Oxford, England; and great granddaughter, Isabelle Melanson. He was predeceased by his brothers, Dr. Charles, George, Ralph and twin brother, Norman. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place. A committal service took place at the family plot, Camp Hill Cemetery, Halifax, Sunday, October 5, 2008 at 2:30 pm. The family received at 831 Tower Road, Halifax following the service. Flowers are gratefully declined. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com. Remember a gentleman from a gentler time.

Adrian Beringer Campbell – Our dear Adrian, 38, of Kentville, passed away Friday, October 3, 2008 in the Hants Community Hospital, Windsor, following a courageous and heartbreaking battle with cancer. He fought hard to stay for his beloved sons, Jackson (5), Ryder (3) and AJ (1), and dear wife Krista. He will be forever loved and missed by his family and friends. Adrian was a great gift to us all. He is a loving son of Peter and Elaine (nee Etter) Campbell, a cherished brother to Stephanie Johnston and a loving grandson of Pauline (the late Clare) Etter. Adrian’s passions were family and fitness. He sought excellence throughout his life, valued tradition and lived a life of integrity. Adrian was a great proponent of fitness and encouraged and helped many others to follow this path. He excelled in numerous sports and in particular, hockey, running and cycling. He was an accomplished cyclist and marathon runner, a provincial, national and world duathlete and the proud five time winner of the Arnold Robinson 2 miler. Adrian attended Windsor Regional High School, McGill University and Dalhousie Law School. He was a partner in TMC LAW, Kentville, where he formed strong friendships and supports. Adrian served on the board of Directors of Kings Meadows Foundation, Department of Health and enjoyed his role as a minor hockey coach. Adrian is survived by his wife, Krista (nee Lothian), three sons, Jackson, Ryder and AJ, his parents, Peter and Elaine, a sister, Stephanie (Darrell) Johnston, his grandmother, Pauline Etter, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Norman and Greta (nee Frater) Campbell and his grandfather, Clare Etter. 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 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 8, 2008 in the Windsor United Church, Reverend Bill Gibson officiated. A private burial followed in the Maplewood Cemetery, Windsor. All were invited to attend an open memorial and celebration of Adrian’s life held at 4:30 p.m. also on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Lance Armstrong Foundation or the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries and condolences may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.

Myrtle Amanda Schofield – 96, of Kentville, passed away Saturday, October 4, 2008 in Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Born in Waterville, New Brunswick, she was a daughter of the late Daniel Frederick and Alice M. (Boone) Brown. She retired as a Respiratory Assistant at the former Miller Hospital, Kentville. She enjoyed home-life, including knitting, baking, making preserves, working in the yard and gardening. She loved the outdoors and even enjoyed winter. Myrtle was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Evangeline Chapter, Kentville. She is survived by two sons, David (Trudi), British Columbia and Gerald (Lillian), Kentville; a daughter, Alice (Woody) McLean, New Glasgow; 14 grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was predeceased by her husband, William; two sons, Donald and Michael; nine brothers, Oran, Norman, Arid, Ezra, Clifford, Willie, Harry, Russel and Roy; two sisters, Rita and May. Visitation was held from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, October 8, 2008 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. An Order of the Eastern Star service, followed by a reception, was held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 9, 2008 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. A graveside service followed in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, Archdeacon Lynn Uzans officiated. Donations in memory may be made to the Order of the Eastern Star (ESTARL). Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.

Praxcy Arena Dunn (Kelly) – 93, Berwick, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2008, in Grand View Manor, surrounded by family. Praxcy, or Pat as family and friends liked to address her, was born July 1,1915 in West Brooklyn, Kings County, was the daughter of Hugh and Sarah [Wallace] Kelly, and is the last surviving member of her immediate family. She and husband Harry lived most of their lives in South Waterville, where they worked side-by-side toiling and tilling the land of their family farm on the Prospect Road. She was predeceased by husband Harry Wallace Dunn, sisters Laura (Lloyd) Pineo, Gertrude (George) Lyons, brothers Ralph (Ora) Kelly, John (Lillian) Kelly and grandson Allen Harry Scott (AJ) Dunn. She is survived by daughter Merle (Gary) Murray, Berwick, sons H. Robert (Janice), South Berwick and M. Allen (Rose), South Waterville, daughter Deborah (Greg) Webster, Cambridge Station, grand-children Lynn (Gary) Best, Berwick, Kelly Murray (Colin) Armstrong, Halifax, Deanna Dunn (Shawn) Mooney, Elko, Nevada, Denise (Andrew) Ford, South Waterville, Michael, South Berwick, Natasha (Roland) Williams, Larry’s River, Miranda (Troy) Pearl, Kentville, Scott (Jodi) Webster, Tiverton, and Lesley (Jason) Arnold, Lower Sackville, ten great-grandchildren, plus many nieces and nephews. Pat was a member of the Central Kings Crusaders, the Royal Canadian Legion Ortona Branch # 69, Berwick, South Waterville/Prospect Womens’ Institute, and the Kings County Adult Day Care group. She had a passion for travel and ‘had the good fortune to visit many locales earlier in her active life. There was a family visitation from 7:00 to 9:00pm Sunday, October 5th at H.C. Lindsay Funeral Home, Berwick. Funeral services were held at 2:00pm Monday, October 6th, Rev. Elizabeth Johnston officiating, assisted by Rev. Dr. Judith Saunders. Burial followed at the Cambridge Baptist Church Cemetery. The family wishes to acknowledge and thank the VON homecare folks and the caregivers of Chase Unit for all their kindness and courtesies extended our Mum during her time at home and at Grand View Manor. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Diabetes Association, Grand View Manor, or a charity of choice.

Avard Justin Wright, 81 of Digby, passed away Oct. 2, 2008 in the QE11 Health Sciences Center Halifax. Born in Plympton, Digby County, he was a son of the late Lloyd and Janet (Seeley) Wright. Avard was always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. He was a member of the Hillgrove Baptist Church and an adherent of Digby Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, the former Vivian Louise Marshall; niece Linda (Milan) Vukelich of Timmins, Ont.; and nephew Fred (Heather) Wright of Enfield. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Alfred. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of the Kaulbach Family Funeral Home, Annapolis Royal. There was no visiting or funeral by family request. A committal service will be held at a later date in Mount Hope Cemetery, Bear River. Donations in Avard’s memory may be sent to the Canadian Cancer Society, CNIB or to a charity of one’s choice. E-mail condolences may be sent to KAULBACKFH@ns.aliantzinc.ca

Praxcy Arena Dunn (Kelly) – 93, Berwick, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2008, in Grand View Manor, surrounded by family. Praxcy, or Pat as family and friends liked to address her, was born July 1,1915 in West Brooklyn, Kings County, was the daughter of Hugh and Sarah [Wallace] Kelly, and is the last surviving member of her immediate family. She and husband Harry lived most of their lives in South Waterville, where they worked side-by-side toiling and tilling the land of their family farm on the Prospect Road. She was predeceased by husband Harry Wallace Dunn, sisters Laura (Lloyd) Pineo, Gertrude (George) Lyons, brothers Ralph (Ora) Kelly, John (Lillian) Kelly and grandson Allen Harry Scott (AJ) Dunn. She is survived by daughter Merle (Gary) Murray, Berwick, sons H. Robert (Janice), South Berwick and M. Allen (Rose), South Waterville, daughter Deborah (Greg) Webster, Cambridge Station, grand-children Lynn (Gary) Best, Berwick, Kelly Murray (Colin) Armstrong, Halifax, Deanna Dunn (Shawn) Mooney, Elko, Nevada, Denise (Andrew) Ford, South Waterville, Michael, South Berwick, Natasha (Roland) Williams, Larry’s River, Miranda (Troy) Pearl, Kentville, Scott (Jodi) Webster, Tiverton, and Lesley (Jason) Arnold, Lower Sackville, ten great-grandchildren, plus many nieces and nephews. Pat was a member of the Central Kings Crusaders, the Royal Canadian Legion Ortona Branch # 69, Berwick, South Waterville/Prospect Womens’ Institute, and the Kings County Adult Day Care group. She had a passion for travel and ‘had the good fortune to visit many locales earlier in her active life. There was a family visitation from 7:00 to 9:00pm Sunday, October 5th at H.C. Lindsay Funeral Home, Berwick. Funeral services were held at 2:00pm Monday, October 6th, Rev. Elizabeth Johnston officiating, assisted by Rev. Dr. Judith Saunders. Burial followed at the Cambridge Baptist Church Cemetery. The family wishes to acknowledge and thank the VON homecare folks and the caregivers of Chase Unit for all their kindness and courtesies extended our Mum during her time at home and at Grand View Manor. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Diabetes Association, Grand View Manor, or a charity of choice.

HADSKIS, John P. “Jack” - 74, Liverpool. The family of John Patrick (Jack) Hadskis are sad to announce his death on October 3, 2008 in Liverpool, after a brief illness. Jack was born January 23, 1934 to Ralph and Marion (Gamester) Hadskis. He lived much of his life in Liverpool and had a diverse career background, working most recently for Quarterdeck Beachside Villas. Over the years he involved himself in the community through association with Ducks Unlimited, the Liberal Party, LHS Reunion Committee and the Liverpool Golf Club. Jack enjoyed traveling with family and friends to Australia, Ireland and attending NFL games in New Orleans and Pittsburg. Jack was much loved by his children Debra Marion (Colin Gordon), Jane Ann (Lee) Whynot, John Paul (Kim MacPhail); his grandchildren Cody, Rob, Ryan and Elijah Whynot, Liverpool, Joshua, Alexander, Paul and Nicola Hadskis Gordon, Australia; and Maggie and Fiona Hadskis, Liverpool. He was predeceased by his granddaughter, Zoe Jane Whynot. Jack will also be missed by his brother and sister-in-law, William (Bill) and Winn Hadskis (Hubbards) and their children Kathy Ali and Michael (Shellie) Hadskis. In accordance with Jack's wishes, his body has been donated to Dalhousie Medical Science program and there will be no funeral. A celebration of Jack's life was held on the evening of Friday October 10, 2008 at the home of Lee and Jane Ann Whynot. Donations may be made to Queens General Hospital, Liverpool.

JACOBS, Mabel Gertrude – 84 yrs, of Middleton, NS passed away Friday, October 3, 2008 in Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Born in St. John’s, NL, she was a daughter of the late William and Beatrice (Brown) Masters. Mabel moved to Middleton in October 1982 and was a member of the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Middleton. She is survived by her daughters, Sandra (Ron) Chesley, Middleton; Linda (John) Jacobs-Starkey, Beaconsfield, Quebec; son, John “David” Jacobs, Halifax; sisters, Phyllis Himes, Barstow, California; Violet Johnson, Toronto; brother, Reginald Masters, Cornerbrook, NL; grandchildren, James (Holly) Chesley, Inglisville; Robyn Chesley-Parent, Grand Cayman Island; Joey Richardson, Dartmouth; step-grandchildren, Andy & Adam Starkey; great grandchildren, Alexander, Amelia & Jacob Chesley and Leah Starkey, brothers-in-law Fred (Bonnie) Jacobs, Bob (Evelyn) Jacobs, Joe McCarthy and sister-in-law Helen Jacobs. She was predeceased by her husband John James and great grandson Ethan Joseph Chesley. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service was held Tuesday, October 7, 2008 in Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Middleton, Rev. Matthew Sponagle officiated. A reception followed at the church hall. Interment in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Middleton. Donations in memory may be made to Holy Trinity Anglican Church or to a charity of your choice. On-line condolences may be made through: www.middletonfuneralhome.com

LYNDS, Merlyn Russell - age 72 of Wilmot passed away unexpectedly Friday, October 3, 2008 while enjoying the outdoors that he loved so much. Born in Melvern Square, he was a son of the late Russell Lee and Mary (Demmons) Lynds. Prior to retirement he had a career as a dental technician with Modern Dental, Halifax. Merlyn was an avid outdoorsman, who particularly enjoyed hunting and fishing. Surviving besides his wife the former Gloria Hounsell are daughters Christine Lynds, Ottawa; Nadine (Doug) Allen, Fort McMurray, AB and her twin brother Darrell (Catherine) Lynds, Cold Lake, AB; step-sons John (Lisa) Hounsell, Dartmouth and Walter Croft, Ontario and sister Anne Hache, Lower Sackville, NS. Grandchildren, Adam, Erin, Nicole, Jennifer, Daniel and Andrew as well as great grandson Brady. He was predeceased by an infant brother. Visitation was held Monday, October 6th in the Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main St. (902) 825-3448. Following visitation, cremation took place. A memorial service was held Tuesday, October 7th in the Melvern Square Baptist Church, Rev. Sharon Budd officiated, interment followed in Maple Grove Cemetery, Melvern Square. By request, family flowers only. Donations in memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Online condolences may be made through www.middletonfuneralhome.com

Adrian Beringer Campbell – Our dear Adrian, 38, of Kentville, passed away Friday, October 3, 2008 in the Hants Community Hospital, Windsor, following a courageous and heartbreaking battle with cancer. He fought hard to stay for his beloved sons, Jackson (5), Ryder (3) and AJ (1), and dear wife Krista. He will be forever loved and missed by his family and friends. Adrian was a great gift to us all. He is a loving son of Peter and Elaine (nee Etter) Campbell, a cherished brother to Stephanie Johnston and a loving grandson of Pauline (the late Clare) Etter. Adrian’s passions were family and fitness. He sought excellence throughout his life, valued tradition and lived a life of integrity. Adrian was a great proponent of fitness and encouraged and helped many others to follow this path. He excelled in numerous sports and in particular, hockey, running and cycling. He was an accomplished cyclist and marathon runner, a provincial, national and world duathlete and the proud five time winner of the Arnold Robinson 2 miler. Adrian attended Windsor Regional High School, McGill University and Dalhousie Law School. He was a partner in TMC LAW, Kentville, where he formed strong friendships and supports. Adrian served on the board of Directors of Kings Meadows Foundation, Department of Health and enjoyed his role as a minor hockey coach. Adrian is survived by his wife, Krista (nee Lothian), three sons, Jackson, Ryder and AJ, his parents, Peter and Elaine, a sister, Stephanie (Darrell) Johnston, his grandmother, Pauline Etter, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Norman and Greta (nee Frater) Campbell and his grandfather, Clare Etter. 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 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 8, 2008 in the Windsor United Church, Reverend Bill Gibson officiated. A private burial followed in the Maplewood Cemetery, Windsor. All were invited to attend an open memorial and celebration of Adrian’s life held at 4:30 p.m. also on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Lance Armstrong Foundation or the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries and condolences may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.

DIXON-WEAR Violet Jean Dixon-Wear (Nannie Lou) - 85, Berwick Kings Co., passed away peacefully Friday evening October 3, 2008 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville, surrounded by her family. Born in Berwick on March 20, 1923, she was a daughter of the late Grant and Bessie (Bruce) Keddy. Violet enjoyed her cottage at Ogilvies Wharf, that she and her late husband, Clifford built in 1963. She enjoyed her flowers, bird watching, shopping, family outings and her animal family including her much loved dogs and cats. She was a member of the Berwick Baptist Church. The most important thing in her life was her love and devotion to her family. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon (Ted) Sammon, Port Williams and was very proud of and loved her granddaughter, Kelly Sammon, Calgary, Alberta and grandson, Sean Sammon, Belize, Central America, all of whom loved and appreciated her sharp sense of humour and straightforward opinions. She is also survived by her step-daughter, Phyllis Davis; step grandchildren, Marilyn Davis; Shirley Rayner; George Davis; step great grandchild, Carley Rayner, Charlottetown, P.E.I.; step grandchildren, David and Donna Dixon, Bridgewater, (son and daughter of the late Kenneth Dixon); sister-in-laws, Dorothy (Dot) Keddy; Evelyn Keddy and Leta Keddy and their families. Violet was predeceased by her husband, Clifford Lorimer Dixon in 1964; and her second husband, Louis Wear. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family and was predeceased by sister, Lillian; brothers, Fred, Warren, Roland and Harry. She was grateful for her long time special friends who helped and loved her unconditionally, Arthur and Joan Salsman; the Bradshaw Family, Halifax; Dave Trumble, Perth, ONT. and Mabel Jodrey, (a school friend), Morristown; Mrs. Tom Bligh, Berwick; all the special homecare workers “the girls” that gave her such comfort and companionship. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of her life was held at 2 p.m. Tuesday October 7 in H.C. Lindsay Funeral Home, 192 Commercial St., Berwick, N.S. B0P 1E0 (902-538-9900), Rev. Marilyn Rose officiated. A reception followed the funeral service. A private family burial took place in the Berwick Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the S.P.C.A. or to a charity of choice. Private condolences to the family may be made by visiting: www.hclindsayfuneralhome.ca