November 23 to November 29, 2008

MACISAAC, Laura Anne - (age 19) Liverpool. It is with deep regret that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved daughter Laura. She was beautiful on the outside and even more on the inside. No more suffering, no more pain, she is now in the kingdom of God as His chosen angel. He must have needed her more than us. She passed away peacefully on November 23, 2008 at Valley Regional Hospital following surgery. Born May 4, 1989 in Liverpool Nova Scotia, she was a graduate of Liverpool Regional High School and had intended to enter Saint Francis Xavier University in September of 2008 to the faculty of nursing. It was both the family history of attendance, as well as the coveted “X” ring, which Laura wanted so badly, that drew her to St. F.X. However, due to her on-going illness, she had to defer her education. It was her dream to graduate with her nursing degree and join the team of Doctors Without Borders to care for those in need in foreign countries. She had an avid interest in curling, traveling, music, scrapbooking and animals. Laura is survived by her parents Goretti and Duncan and a cherished brother Neil. She is also survived by her two beloved therapy dogs Lochie and Brodee. Also surviving are her maternal grandmother Ann Deveau (Antigonish) and her paternal grandmother Gladys MacIsaac (Glace Bay). She is also survived by her aunts Rosaline Deveau of Lantz, Barbara Taylor (Robert), Mary Lou MacDonald (Hughie), uncles Leo (Marie), Robert, all of Glace Bay, Michael (Joanne) Sydney Forks, Uncle Jim Williams (Uncle Dim as she affectionately called him)of Fort McMurray, and many caring cousins. She was pre-deceased by grandfathers Henry Deveau (Cheticamp) and Duncan MacIsaac Sr. (Glace Bay), as well as her uncle and godfather Paul MacIsaac (Glace Bay). To the many doctors and nurses who cared for Laura, we are forever grateful. Laura would want special mention of the members of the Pain Clinic at the IWK, Dr. Finley (who she always called her big teddy bear), Dr. Gregoire, and clinical nurse Paula Forgeron, as well as Dr. Doucet, Dr. Gunn and Dr. Hamm. Funeral mass was held Friday November 28, 2008 at St. Gregory’s Catholic Church on Old Bridge Street in Liverpool. Memorial donations may be made to the Liverpool Regional High School Foundation care of PO Box 1266 Liverpool, NS B0T 1K0 in remembrance of Laura. On line condolences may be sent through www.chandlersfuneral.com.

Jessie Vera Brown – 84, of Medford, Kings County, passed away Sunday, November 23, 2008 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Pereaux, she was a daughter of the late Giles and Lucy (Burgher) Bennett. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, homemaker and friend. She cared for children, and enjoyed quilting, flowers, playing cards and especially enjoyed family gatherings and spending time at the cottage at Kingsport. She is survived by her husband, Lawrence; two daughters, Linda (Howard) McInnis, Toronto; Bonnie (Scott) Hatt, Canning; a son, Larry (Shirley), Toronto; eight grandchildren, Paul, Michelle, Cody, Malissa, Nicholas, Jason, Corrinne and Michael; four great grandchildren, Cassidy, Alexander, Jennielynn and Neil; several nieces and nephews. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was predeceased by a son Delbert; eight sisters, Hattie, Laura, Daisy, Minnie, Myrtle, Edith, Theresa and Margaret; six brothers, Reginald, Joe, Percy, Delbert, Amos and Charles. Cremation has taken place and there was no visitation by family request. The funeral service, followed by a reception, was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 28, 2008 at the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Reverend Thelma McLeod officiated. Burial will take place at a later date in the Pereaux Cemetery. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia or the Cancer Care Nova Scotia. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com

MACADAM, Colin Francis “Frank” Jr. – 88 of South Brookfield, NS passed away December 17, 2007. He was one of 12 children born to Colin Francis MacAdam Sr. and Annie (Chisholm) MacAdam of Margaree Harbour, Cape Breton, NS. He was a graduate of a one year business course at St. Francis Xavier University and a two year accounting course at the Maritime Business College. He worked at many jobs including: driving a mail truck on the Cabot Trail, being a Timekeeper for the company that built the “Prefabs” in Liverpool, being a parts manager for several heavy equipment dealerships in Nova Scotia and the United States, working in the parts department of a car dealership and Steel and Engine Products and Sydney Steel and working as a bookkeeper for Willis G. Forrest Ltd. until he retired. He was a Municipal Councillor for the former Municipality of Queens and a volunteer with the Queens County Exhibition. In his younger days he enjoyed horseback riding, playing cards and humour. He is survived by daughter Coline Frances (MacAdam) Williston, two sons, Paul and Larry; five grandchildren, Carla, Jonathan, Julie, Mark (Karen) and Steven and two great grandchildren Malaya and Keanu. He was predeceased by his wife, Elvira Marie (Whynot) MacAdam and his daughter-in-law Shirley Jane (Boutilier) MacAdam.

RAFUSE, Charles “Laurie” – 84 yrs, of Middleton, NS passed away Sunday, November 23, 2008 in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Waterville, NS he was the son of the late Robert and Lillian Mabel (Maxwell) Rafuse. Laurie retired after 25 years with Nova Scotia Power Corporation. He was a veteran of the Second World War having served with the Royal Canadian Navy on convoy escort duty. Laurie was an adherent of the Middleton Baptist Church. He had a keen interest in genealogy, history and enjoyed reading the daily newspaper. Laurie is survived by his son Peter, Middleton; sister-in-laws, Doris Hamilton; Roberta White both of Bridgetown; Marjorie White, Clarence. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife the former Gloria White and sister Helen Dutcher. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Visitation was held Wednesday, November 26 in the Middleton Funeral Home, and the funeral service was held Thursday, November 27 in the Middleton Baptist Church, Rev. Danny Smith officiated. Interment will be in the Hampton Cemetery. Donations in memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, Middleton Baptist Church, Hampton Cemetery or to the charity of choice. On-line condolences may be made through: www.middletonfuneralhome.com

Frederick Gordon Proudfoot – 87, of Kentville, passed away peacefully Monday, November 24, 2008 in the Camp Hill Veterans Memorial Hospital, QEII, Halifax. Born in Salt Springs, Pictou County, on March 9, 1921 he was the son of the late Gordon Alexander and Margaret (Matheson) Proudfoot. He was a graduate of the Nova Scotia Agricultural College and Macdonald College, McGill University where he served as Secretary-Treasurer of the Student Councils at both institutions. He served Canada as a Lieutenant in the Royal Canadian Army during the Second World War and following the war he studied at Cornell University at Ithaca, New York where he was a Graduate Student in Poultry Science. Following graduation in 1947 he was appointed Head of the Poultry Science Department at the Nova Scotia Agricultural College in Truro and Provincial Poultry Husbandman for the Province of Nova Scotia. In 1955 he joined the Research Branch of Agriculture Canada and was in charge of an extensive poultry research program at the Kentville Research Station which entailed the publication of numerous scientific and popular manuscripts which had worldwide circulation. He also personally presented many scientific and practical papers throughout Canada, the United States and Britain. He was best known for his scientific advances involving the survival of the avian embryo including extended storage times. His scientific advances were recognized in 1986 by being elected a "Fellow of the Agricultural Institute of Canada". In 1977 he was presented with the Silver Medal on the occasion of the 25th Anniversary of Her Majesty's succession to the Throne. A Certificate of Merit was presented to him in 1985 by the Canadian Society of Animal Production. He also received special citations from a number of industry organizations including the Canadian Feed Industry Association of Atlantic Canada Division, the Atlantic Provinces Hatchery Federation and the Nova Scotia Chicken Producers Association and was named to the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame. He was invited to speak at the World Poultry Congress on two occasions and travelled throughout Canada, the United States and Europe on various speaking engagements. In the early 1970's he was specifically asked by the Minister of Agriculture to travel to Cuba to assist in the early development of Cuba's poultry industry. He and his team at the Kentville Research Station reportedly set the world record for growing the largest chicken in the shortest period of time, an achievement of great importance to the industry. He produced a prolific 135 scientific papers and received the highest rating any scientist could achieve from the Government of Canada. Fred's special innovations in the hatchability of chicken eggs and accelerating the growth of chicken through genetic selection, diets and use of environmental innovations such as day lengthening and accelerating day cycles, are still in use in today's poultry industry worldwide. He was a member of the Glooscap Curling Club of Kentville and served as Secretary for several years. He was also a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Kings Branch No. 6, Kentville. He was predeceased by his wife, Phyllis Myra (Conrad) and is survived by a sister, Mrs. Helen Young, Toronto; two brothers, John and Jim, both of New Glasgow; children, Judith (Robert “Bob”) Copeland, Wolfville; Brian, Ottawa; Gordon and wife, Madine VanderPlaat, Halifax; David and wife Susan Doiron, Kingston; grandchildren, Chris (Erika), Troy, Devon, Benjamin, Lindsay and Katelyn. There was no visitation by family request. A Royal Canadian Legion service, followed by a funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 27, 2008 at the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Reverend Doctor Randy Crozsman officiated. A reception followed in the reception room of the White Family Funeral Home. A private family burial took place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill. Donations in memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. The family would like to extend special thanks to the Medical Team on 6 West, Camp Hill Veterans Memorial Hospital. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com

MERRITT, Nelson Wilbert, 89, of Sandy Cove, died Nov. 24, 2008, in Tideview Terrace, Digby. Funeral Nov. 29 in Jayne’s Funeral Home, Digby. Burial in Church of Nativity Cemetery, Sandy Cove.

EVERETT, Lloyd S. - 79, of Milton, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool, on Tuesday, November 25, 2008. Born in Digby, he was the son of the late Oscar and Myrtle (Whynot) Everett. Lloyd was a former supervisor for New System Laundry and Dry Cleaners in Liverpool for 25 years. He then pursued a career with Sears Canada in retail and floor sales from the Liverpool outlet, which he worked at for 21 years, retiring in 1989. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth “Betty”; sisters: Edna of Liverpool; Marjorie (Moyle) Crouse of Bridgewater; and Helen MacNutt of Oshawa, ON. He was predeceased by his daughter Colleen; son Michael; sister Eleanor; brothers: George, Clayton, Arden and John. Funeral service was held Saturday, November 29, 2008 from Trinity Anglican Church, Liverpool. Chaplain Donald Lawton officiated. Burial was in Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Liverpool. Donations may be made to Trinity Anglican Church or to the Nova Scotia Heart Foundation. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com

Angus James “Jim” Arklie– 63, of Kentville, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2008 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Botwood, Newfoundland on October 22, 1945, he was a son of George Angus and Florence (Waterman) Arklie, Botwood. He attended Botwood Collegiate and Dalhousie University. He had been employed at Stairs, Halifax, was Town Manager of Botwood, and for the past several years, operated his own business, Park Street Accounting. He was a member of Botwood Masonic Lodge No. 9, A.F. & A.M. and an adherent of the United Church of St. Paul and St. Stephen, Kentville. Jim enjoyed travel and especially time spent in Fort Lauderdale, Palm Springs, Montreal and Quebec City. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his partner of 26 years, Bernie Hawkins (his two sons, Tony (Kathy), their two children, Jack and Troy, Dartmouth; Timothy, New Minas); a sister, Ruth (Scott) Brigley, Middleton; a brother, Ian (Karen), Port Alberni, British Columbia; a sister-in-law, Joan, Gander, Newfoundland; an uncle, Jack Arklie, Grand Falls, Newfoundland; several nieces, one nephew and his feline pal, Murphy. He was predeceased by a brother, Robert. Cremation took place under the direction of the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville and there was no visitation, by request. A memorial gathering was held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 29, 2008, at the United Church of St. Paul and St. Stephen, Kentville, Reverend Doctor Randy Crozsman officiated. A private family burial took place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill. No flowers, by request. Donations in memory will be gratefully accepted to the Kings County S.P.C.A., the United Church of St. Paul and St. Stephen, or 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.

GRAHAM, Etta ‘Alva’, 88, of Centreville, died Nov. 25, 2008, in Digby General Hospital. Memorial service Sunday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. in Centreville United Baptist Church.

MELANSON, Sandra Marie, 59, of Plympton, died Nov. 25, 2008. Funeral Nov. 27 in Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church, Plympton. Burial in the parish cemetery.

Marion Irene Boudreau– of Wedgewood Retirement Home, Kentville, passed away peacefully at the age of 99 on Thursday, November 27, 2008 in the home. Born in Cooks Brook, Halifax County, she was a daughter of the late Ernest and Emma (Kent) Benjamin. She was a member of St. James Anglican Church, Kentville and a member of the A.C.W. She was a member of the Retired Teacher’s Association, having taught for 30 years in Kings and Halifax Counties. She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Evangeline Chapter 15, Kentville and an honourary life member of the Senior Citizens New Horizons Club. She is survived by a sister, Shirley Castle, Stewiacke and many loving and caring nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Ernest Boudreau; three brothers, Frank, Lorne and Ernest Benjamin. Visitation was held from 10:00 a.m. until noon, Saturday, November 29, 2008 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, with an Order of the Eastern Star service held at 10:00 a.m. The funeral service, followed by a reception, was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 29, 2008 in St. James Anglican Church, Kentville, Archdeacon Lynn Uzans officiating. Burial took place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill. Donations in memory may be made to St. James Anglican Church, Kentville, or the charity of your choice. Marion’s family would like to extend a sincere thank-you to the staff of Wedgewood Retirement Home for the loving care given to Marion over the past 12 years. She considered them to be her extended family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com

THERIAULT, Nelson Joseph, 99, of Tideview Terrace, Digby, a native of in Meteghan Station, died Nov. 27, 2008. Funeral Dec. 1 in St. Patrick’s Church, Digby. Burial in Madonna Cemetery, Marshalltown.

Deveau, Shirley (nee Veno) - In Ottawa, peacefully in hospital after a courageaous battle with cancer, at the age of 80. Beloved wife of the late Jim Deveau. Treasured mother of Carolyn Ross (George). Nanny to Shannon and Paul and great-grandmother to Hailey. Dear sister to Barbara, Joyce, Phyllis, Anne, Joan, Charles and John. The family would like to thank the staff of the Montfort Hospital, especially the paramedics, who allowed us to spend one more day with her. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 2370 St. Joseph Boul. (Orleans) Saturday December 6 after 12:30 p.m., followed by a Service in Memory of Shirley in the Chapel at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation or the Heart and Stroke Foundation appreciated.

Marion Kathleen (née Forbes) Flemming– RN - passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2008 in Kentville. Born March 6, 1922 in Stellarton to Bertha (née Fraser) and John Lawson Forbes, she was always Ky to her family (and Kay to later friends). She was predeceased by her husband of 30 years, H.A. John K. Flemming in 1994, by sisters Lorna (in infancy) and Jeanne Gale, and by brother Floyd. She is survived by brothers Bill (Jo) of Cambridge, Ian (Shirley) of Hilden, and Alan (Peggy) of Stratford, PEI; by sisters Lois (the late Bill Ward) and Joy (Lloyd MacDonald) of Hopewell; by sister-in-law Pansy Forbes, Orillia, Ontario; and by 24 nieces and nephews. Ky trained and worked at the Jeffrey Hale Hospital in Québec before moving to Ottawa, where she nursed at the Ottawa Civic and was a second mother to Jeanne’s children. She moved to England with the family, staying on to travel and nurse privately. After their marriage, Kay and John moved from Oakville to Antigonish before settling in the Valley, where Kay worked at the Blanchard Fraser Memorial Hospital. In later years, Kay developed a new circle of friends as Kings Presbyterian Church was established. The family would like to recognize the support and friendship Kay enjoyed from her church community. We would also like to thank the staff of Evergreen Home for Special Care, some of whom remembered Kay from the BFM, for the care given to her, and to us, in her final days. The Rev. Tim Archibald conducted the funeral service at the Kings Presbyterian Church, New Minas, on Wednesday, December 3 at 11:00 am. A reception followed. Burial will take place in Foxbrook Cemetery, Pictou County, at a later date. Family flowers only. A quiet act of kindness would be a fitting memorial. If desired, donations may be made to Valley Regional Hospital. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.

Deanna Bertha Coleman- 67, of Aldershot, Kings County, passed away Saturday, November 29, 2008 in White Rock Mountain at the home of her daughter, Sandra. Born in Kentville, she was a daughter of the late Lewie and Della (Carter) Belliveau. Deanna was a homemaker and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Kings Branch No. 6, Kentville, where she enjoyed dancing on Saturday nights. She was well-known as a walker and loved to sit and talk at the mall, having coffee with friends. She is survived by two daughters, Sandra Coleman (Kelvin Davison), White Rock Mountain; Sharon Stefanson, Hamilton, Ontario; a son, Chris Coleman, Hamilton, Ontario; two sisters, Marylyn Schofield, Mount Uniacke; Annie Lawrence, Kelowna, British Columbia; two brothers, Willis Belliveau, Truro; Donnie Belliveau, Hamilton, Ontario; three grandchildren, Mark Coleman, Vanessa and Alexis Stefanson; her special friend, Stan Doucette, Aldershot. She was predeceased by two brothers, Roy Belliveau and Frank Belliveau. Cremation has taken place. Although there was no formal visitation, anyone wishing to pay their respects and sign the memorial book are welcome to do so at the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. There was a private family graveside service. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to the Annapolis Valley Victorian Order of Nurses or Cancer Care Nova Scotia. The family would like to express special thanks to Nancy Roach, the nurses and homecare workers of the Annapolis Valley Victorian Order of Nurses, Dr. Catherine McNally and Paulette Gash. We are grateful for the care and compassion shown to Deanna. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com

Gardy Killam - 86, of Grand View Manor, Berwick, formerly of Woodville, Kings County, died Monday, November 24, 2008, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Amsterdam, Holland on November 28, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Cornelius and Clazina (Sinnege) Mooy. Gardy immigrated to Canada with her family in 1939. She married Fred in 1943 and they built their family home in Woodville in 1946. She was proud to become a Canadian Citizen in 1961. Gardy's family was her life; her husband, children, grand-children and great-grandchildren each receiving a share of her abounding love. She loved to sing and the church choir was graced by her beautiful voice for many years. She was a member of the Catholic Women's League. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting, and for a time she did invisible re-weaving; she was instrumental in bringing TOPS to Berwick and the valley area; she became a potter, and tole-painter and learned to play the piano in mid-life. She also learned to use the computer and enjoyed being able to "visit" with her cousins in Holland through instant messaging with video, keeping up with family and friends through email and the family site. Gardy is survived by her children, Gerard (Shirley), Woodville; Ann (Patrick) Lane, Lakeville; David (Sharon); Mary (Terry) Hatt; Monica, all of Woodville; Robert (Jenet), Toronto; Louise, Yellowknife; sisters, Trudy Nette, Berwick; Connie (Jan) Cook; Dora (Mike) Best, Ontario; Ann (Alfred) Laing, Berwick, Ena Pineo, Berwick, Hettie Mooy-Nichols (Eddie), Kentville, Maria (Walter) Burke, Berwick; brother, Casey (Belle) Mooy, Kentville; 19 grandchildren: Gregory Killam (Jennifer), John Killam (Tarra), Christopher Killam, Erika Lane (Keith), Monica Jorgensen (Michael), Joan Hebb (Dale), Cheri Caplan (Michael), Nancy Killam (Steven), Luke Killam (Kara), Stephen Hatt (Lisa), Jason Hatt (Melody), Robert Hatt (Dawne), Jocelyn Hatt (Matt), Adam Killam (Lisa), Hilary Killam, Sierra Killam, Logan Killam, Liam Hanks, Megan Hanks, and 15 great-grandchildren, Erin, Bethany, Ethan, Lydia, Sam, Navarre, Owen, William, Max, Solomon, Clara, Zachary, Nolan, Jillian, and Genevieve, and step-great-grandchildren Tyler, Maria, and Noah. She was predeceased by her husband, Frederick William Killam, infant children, Ora, Stephen, Nancy and Gregory, and brother, Jacob Mooy. A special thanks to Dr. Dion Davidson, Drs. Peter and Tom Goddard, the kind nursing staff of VRH, and the kind, caring staff of Grand View Manor. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to H.C. Lindsay Funeral Home, 192 Commercial St., Berwick, N.S., B0P 1E0, (902-538-9900), where an informal gathering was held from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 26. The funeral mass was celebrated at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 27, in St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 120 Mill Street, Berwick. Rev. Father Joe Hattie officiated, assisted by Rev. Father Larry Pitcher. Reception followed in the Parish Centre. Interment was in the Holy Cross Cemetery, Kentville. Donations may be made to Grand View Manor, or to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.hclindsayfuneralhome.ca

HUNTLEY, Estelle Marie, 89, of Lake Dalrymple, Ont., born in Little Brook Station, died Nov. 25, 2008, in Lindsay, Ont. Funeral was held in Lindsay. Burial in the spring in St. Louis Roman Catholic Cemetery, Annapolis Royal.

HARTT, Elizabeth Jane "Betty" - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing Wednesday, November 26, 2008, in the Hants Community Hospital, Windsor, of our dear mother, grandmother and sister, Elizabeth Jane "Betty" Hartt, 75, of Mount Denson, Hants County. Born July 29, 1933, in Windsor, she was the youngest daughter of the late Charles and Lillian (MacDonald) Moore. She is survived by a daughter, Linda (Brian) Shay, Hantsport; sons, Paul (Cindy Bourque), Mount Denson; Terry (Verneice Brown), New Minas; grandchildren, Danielle and Courtney Shay, Hantsport; Carleton and Chantel Hartt, New Minas; sister, Myrtle Moore, Rye, NH; special niece, Sandra (Edward) Patterson, Tennecape; and several other nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 36 years, Carleton Royce Hartt (1991); sisters, June Morine and Hazel Lunn; brothers, Owna Moore and Everett Moore. Visitation was 6 - 9 p.m. Friday, November 28, in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King Street, Windsor. Funeral service was 11:30 a.m. Saturday, November 29, 2008, in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home Chapel. Pastor Craig Faulkner officiated. A private family interment was in the Mount Denson Baptist Cemetery, Mount Denson, followed by a reception at the Hantsport Fire Hall, Hantsport. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Betty, were requested to be made to Canadian Cancer Society, the I.W. K. Health Centre Foundation or to a charity of one's choice. Sign the book of condolence, click on "Obituaries" at, www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com.

RAFUSE, Winnifred June "Winnie", age 84, of St. Croix, Hants County, passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2008, at the Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born June 10, 1924, in Sweets Corner, Hants County, she was a daughter of the late Wilfred "Snip" Cochrane and the late Hazel (Lockhart) Cochrane-Martin. Winnie was renowned locally for her baking expertise, especially her Egg Tarts. She was an avid bingo player, bowler, enjoyed card games, country music and was a sports lover, especially her Maple Buds and Blue Jays. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, friend, and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by a daughter, Joan (Wilfred) Hawksworth, Hythe, Alberta; her sons, John (Sheila), Windsor; Kenny (Pat), Moncton, NB; Tom (Daphne), Gander, NL; daughters-in-law, Irene Rafuse, Gander, NL; Val "Doll" Rafuse, Windsor; a special granddaughter, Tabitha "Tab" Harnish, as well as numerous other grandchildren and great-grandchildren; also Winnie's other grandchildren, Trevor, Kevin, Larry, Cindy, Lisa, Ronald, Justin, Steven and Leslie; great-grandchildren, Aaron, Nicholas, Kyle, Alex, Haylee, Zoey, Laura, Lawson Sasha, CJ, Sydney, Haley, Parker, Jeremy, Tyus, Trey, John Ronald and Shylaine; her siblings, Geraldine Baxter, Dykeland Lodge, Windsor; Owen (Florence) Cochrane, Hantsport; Fred (Julie) Cochrane, Falmouth; Irving "Red" (Barb) Cochrane, Windsor; Olive "Ollie" Porter, Windsor; Anna (Yvon) Brault, Bedford; Brenda (Clayton) Acker, Falmouth; Emma (Merle) McCulloch, Windsor; Glen (Cora) Martin, Ellershouse; Debbie (Roger) Martin, Kentville; Winnie was also was survived by her special friend, Walter McLean, Brooklyn; and by numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Winnie was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Harold "Pick" Rafuse; sons, Michael "Mike"; Darrell, and Brian; sisters, Donna Flynn and Mildred Murphy. Visitation was 7-9 p.m. Thursday, November 27; also 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday, November 28, in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King Street, Windsor. Funeral service was 2:30 p.m. Saturday, November 29, 2008, in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home Chapel. Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery, Windsor, followed by a reception in the Lindsay Family Reception Centre. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Winnie, were requested to be made to a charity of one's choice or donations of food may be brought to your local Food Bank. Sign the book of condolence, click on "Obituaries" at, www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com.

FOWLER, Donald Earl - 83, Yarmouth, passed away at the Yarmouth Hospital, on Friday, November 28, 2008. Born September 19, 1925, in Springhill, he was the son of the late Orrin and Bertina Mae Fowler. Donald's varied career began at the Cumberland Railway and Coal Company in Springhill. Determined to continue his education, he would study nights and weekends until he became one of the first persons in the province to obtain a First Class Stationary Engineer Certificate. He also taught engineering students at "night school" and tutored many stationary engineer students. In 1957, Don and his family moved to Sackville, N.B. where he was employed as a shift engineer in the power plant at Mount Allison University. His final move with his family was in 1961 to Yarmouth, where he began his position of Director of Engineering for the Yarmouth Hospital. In his 27 years there, Donald's responsibilities increased as the hospital expanded to include a new nursing school, Tidal View Manor, Harbour Side Lodge, and the Diagnostic Centre. He retired from the Yarmouth Regional Hospital in 1988. Donald enjoyed community participation over the years and he shared his expertise as a board member of the YMCA, as chair of the Building Committee for the YMCA Centennial Pool, and on the advisory board of the Villa St. Joseph Du Lac. He was a member of Beacon United Church. He achieved a lifetime membership in the Yarmouth Lions Club. Donald is survived by his wife Kathleen (Winters), with whom he shared 65 years of life. She was the love of his life and he always credited her with any successes they shared. He is also survived by his son, Michael (Olga), and daughter, Sandra (William Foster); grandchildren, Jenny, Sarah, Lila (Derek), Brian (Karen), Colin, Jillian, and David, and one great-grandchild, Claire. His family share lots of warm memories of "Grampy Don" and we will miss him in our lives. A memorial service that celebrated his life was held Tuesday, December 2 at 2 p.m. from Sweeny’s Funeral Chapel, Yarmouth. Rev. A.D. Bill Newell officiated. Spring internment will be in the Yarmouth Mountain Cemetery. Donations may be made in memory of Donald to a charity of your choice. On-line condolences may be sent to sweenysfh@eastlink.ca or sign the guestbook at: www.sweenysfuneralhome.net

THERIAULT, Roland Edward John, 75, of Digby, died Nov. 28, 2008, at home. Funeral Dec. 2 in St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, Digby. Burial in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Digby.

WINCHESTER, John ‘Cat’, 62, of Bear River, died Nov. 28, 2008, in Digby General Hospital. Funeral Dec. 3 in St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church.

CARVER, Edna A. - 76, of North Queens Nursing Home, Caledonia, formerly of West Caledonia, passed away peacefully in North Queens Nursing Home, Saturday, November 29, 2008. Born in New Grafton, she was the daughter of the late Lendley and Mary (Carver) Forrest. Edna was well known for her cooking and baking skills. She was a former cook for the woods camps in Caledonia and was a housekeeper for Kedje Lodge and Milford House. She also worked in the former Cottage Hospital in Caledonia. She was also known as a “perfectionist” when it came to her home and her family. She was an avid knitter and crotchetier. She is survived by her son Karl (Kelly Sue) of New Grafton; grandson Keegan and step granddaughters Felicia and Katelyn as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Kenneth; sisters Marjorie and Annie and her brothers Willis, Calvin and Ira. Funeral service was held Wednesday, December 3, 2008 in Caledonia United Church. Pastor Tom Watson officiated. Burial was in Harmony Cemetery. Donations may be made to Caledonia United Church or to the North Queens Fire Association.

NESBIT, Jack Russell, 86, of Tideview Terrace, formerly of Weymouth North, died Nov. 29, 2008, in Tideview Terrace. Funeral Dec. 2 in Weymouth Church of Christ. Burial in the church cemetery.

LEEMAN, Glenn Clayton, 59, of Tiverton, died Nov. 30, 2008. Funeral Dec. 3 in Tiverton United Baptist Church. Burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Tiverton.