November 19 to November 25, 2006

Doris Elizabeth Bent - 83, of Paradise, NS, passed away Friday, November 10, 2006 peacefully at home in the arms of her husband of 59 years, Donald Edward. Born in Springfield, NS, she was a daughter of the late Mildred Langille. Doris spent her adult life in Paradise/Lawrencetown and was an active member of her community. She was Post Mistress in Paradise for many years. Doris was happiest spending time with her family, playing games, traveling to Mexico and enjoying a game of mini golf. She is survived by daughters, Carol O’Neill (Gene Elliott), Sand Lake; Sandy Bent – Curry; Nancy (Robbie) Beals, both of Lawrencetown, Sherri (Karla Pedersen), Truro; sons; Eric (Jackie), Lawrencetown; Charles “Chuck� (Bonnie), Coaldale, AB; Larry (Kim), Paradise; sister, Jean (Gordon) Fancy, Auburn; 15 grandchildren; four great grandchildren and six nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brother, Donald Langille and niece, Gail Levy. Visitation was held Sunday, November 12, 2006 in the Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main Street, (902) 825-3448, where a memorial service was held Monday, November 13, 2006, Rev. Canon Margaret Hall and Father Wayne Lynch officiated. By request, private family interment was held in Fairview Cemetery, Lawrencetown. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to Charity of Choice. Online condolences may be sent to middletonfh@ns.sympatico.ca

Dorothy Blanche Dickie - of Kentville, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2006 with family members by her side. Born in Dartmouth in 1908, Dorothy was the 2nd youngest daughter of the late Stanley and Phoebe Misner. For the past 30 years, she has lived with her loving daughter and son-in-law in Kentville. Dorothy always looked forward, and enjoyed many trips to St. Petersburg Beach, Florida. She is survived by her only daughter, Carole (Ty) Henley, Kentville; her three grandchildren, Stephen (Lisa) Henley, Newfoundland; Janice (Mike) Strickland, New Minas; Michael (Jane) Henley, Halifax; seven great grandchildren who she loved very dearly. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Gerald "Gormey" Dickie. There was no visitation by family request. A private family graveside service took place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, Kings County, Reverend Robert Billings officiated. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.

Edith May "Edie" Fairclough - 62, of Coldbrook, Kings County, passed away Monday, November 13, 2006 at home. Born in Kentville, she was a daughter of the late Milford and Lenora (Curtis) Forsythe. Edie was a graduate of Kings County Academy and Mack’s Business College. She was very involved in her community and was active in many organizations. She was a member of the Kentville United Baptist Church, where she was a leader of the C.G.I.T group; a 10-year member of the Scout Group Committee of Lakeville, Woodville and Billtown; a member and past-president of the Lakeville Women’s Institute; a past-member of the Kentville Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary; a volunteer and House Manager of Fidelis House, Kentville; a member of the Coldbrook Rate Payers Board and a former member of the Coldbrook School Band Parents Association. Edie was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who loved to read, travel, dance, and be in the company of family and friends. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband, G. Clement "Clem"; a daughter, Janet Fairclough (George Kennedy), Cambridge; two sons, Ian (June LeBlanc), Murphy Lake; Paul (Cindy), Bridgewater; two sisters, Mary Jean Brown, North Alton; Cheryll (Brian) Burke, Kentville; a brother, Gerald (Evelyn), Riverview, New Brunswick; three grandchildren, Blake, Todd and Robert; an uncle, Earl "Unc" Curtis, Wolfville; seven nieces and nephews, Derrick Forsythe, Alberta; Troy Forsythe and Kelly Preston, Riverview, New Brunswick; Jimmy Mailman, Three Mile Plains; Trudi Barkhouse, Kentville; Holly Fairclough and Heather Fairclough, Halifax. She was predeceased by her brother-in-law, Sheldon Brown. Cremation has taken place under the direction of the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. There was no visitation by family request. A funeral service, followed by a reception, was held at 2 p.m. Thursday, November 16, 2006 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Reverend Doctor Jeffrey Hosick and Reverend John McNally officiated. A private family interment took place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, Kings County. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Fidelis House. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.

Ruby Emmeline Farnsworth - 97, formerly of Canning, Kings County, passed away Monday, November 13, 2006 in the Wolfville Nursing Home. Born in Canning, she was a daughter of the late Brenton and Mildred (Bloise) Spinney. She was a member of the Centreville United Baptist Church and a charter member of the Centreville Good Neighbour Club. Ruby loved gardening, and had a real "green thumb". She also loved poetry, singing, knitting, sewing and crocheting. She is survived by son-in-law, Harley E. Hazelwood, Dartmouth; daughter-in-law, Pauline Pineo, Halifax; son-in-law, Robert Watson, Edmonton; two sisters, Olive Ogilvie and Lillian Kynock; two sisters-in-law, Pauline Spinney and Reta Spinney; nine grandchildren, several great grandchildren, one great great grandchild, several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Hardy Reginald Pineo; two daughters, Lena Watson and Kathleen Hazelwood; son, Bev Pineo; four sisters, Helen Vokes, Nellie Spinney, Myrtle Eddy and Nancy Hiltz; three brothers, Leonard, Gordon and William. There was no visitation by family request. The funeral service was held at 10 a.m. Friday, November 17, 2006 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Reverend Marc Potvin officiated. Burial took place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, Kings County. Donations may be made in lieu of flowers to the Centreville United Baptist Church or the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.

Harlan P. Fuller - 88, of Grand Pré, Kings County, passed away following a short battle with cancer. Born in Hortonville, he was the second son of the late Howard and Beatrice Lavania (Borden) Fuller. Harlan attended school in Grand Pré and Windsor and served in the RCAF during the Second World War. Upon discharge from the RCAF, he became manager of the Grand Pré Fruit Company and the Wolfville Fruit Company until his retirement. He is survived by Kathleen (Kenny), his loving wife of 63 years; two daughters, Marie and Gail (Jed) Ripley; a son, Perry (Debby); three sisters, Edith Hicking, Vivian (Vaughan) Nichols and Gertrude MacKenzie; two sisters-in-law, Barbara (Saunders) Fuller and Carol (Anderson) Fuller; two grandsons, Brent and Evan Fuller; many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Florence; two brothers, Clarence and Howard; two brothers-in-law, Ross MacKenzie and John Hicking. There was no visitation by family request. The funeral service was held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, November 18, 2006 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Reverend Robyn Brown-Hewitt officiated. Burial took place in the Lower Horton Cemetery, Grand Pré. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to St. Andrew’s United Church, Wolfville or the Valley Regional Hospital Foundation. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.

Reverend Stanley Jones Harrison - 85, of Kentville, passed away Monday, November 13, 2006 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born on May 3, 1921 in Burton on Trent, England, he was a son of the late Mary and William Harrison. He was a graduate of Acadia University with a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Divinity with a degree in Theology. He served as Baptist minister in several locations, including Springhill Baptist Church (also serving as Prison Chaplain for the Springhill Minimum Security Institution) and Zion Baptist Church, Yarmouth. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, the former Edith Madeline Porter; two daughters, Joy (Bill) Rector, Porter’s Lake; Susie (Wayne) Ubdegrove, Porter’s Lake; two sons, Bill (Elizabeth) Harrison, Dartmouth; Peter (Cindy), Kentville; 11 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was predeceased by four sisters, Betty, Florence, Dorothy and Elizabeth. Visitation was held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, November 16, 2006 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. The funeral service, followed by a reception, was held at 2 p.m. Friday, November 17, 2006 in the Kentville United Baptist Church (where he was Pastor Emeritus), Reverend John McNally and Reverend Ian Harrison officiated. Burial took place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, 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.

LOCKHART, Paul Stephen - 50, of Toronto, formerly of New Minas, passed away, with his sister by his side, Saturday, November 11, 2006 in Toronto. Born in Kentville, he was a son of Jean (MacDonald) (Lockhart) Crandall, New Minas and the late Malcolm Lockhart. Paul attended Horton High School in Greenwich and then began working in various locations. He was employed at the former White Spot Restaurant, New Minas; worked at several Dud Hut locations; worked at several hotels in Halifax, including the Lord Nelson and the Sheraton; and was employed at various hotels in Toronto where he was involved in the catering industry. Paul was an avid artist and enjoyed photography. He was occasionally called upon to design sets for photographers and was quite adept at organizing banquets and social functions. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his step-father, Earl Crandall, New Minas; a sister, Sheila LeBlanc, North Alton; a sister-in-law, Margareth "Maggie" Lockhart, Alberta; two nieces, Ashley LeBlanc and Lacey Lockhart; a nephew, Curtis Lockhart; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; many close friends. In addition to his father, he was predeceased by a brother, Gary. Cremation has taken place under the direction of the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. A memorial gathering was held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, November 17, 2006 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. A graveside committal service was held at 2 p.m. Saturday, November 18, 2006 in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, Kings County, Reverend William Paterson (Paul’s cousin) officiated. All were invited to attend. Donations in memory may be made to the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.

Deborah Grace Martin - 53, of New Minas, passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, November 14, 2006 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Kentville, she was a daughter of Charles "Charlie" and Grace (Thorpe) Banks, Sheffield Mills. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend. Deborah took particular joy in spending time with her two grandchildren as well as family and friends. She enjoyed flowers of all kinds, interior decorating, and took pride in her role as co-owner of the business she and her husband operated. She is survived by her husband, Steven Martin; a daughter, Shelly (Cory) Walker, Windsor; a son, David (Pearl) Martin, Cold Lake, Alberta; two sisters, Sylvia (Reg) Kane, Atlanta, Kings County; Dorothy (Rick) Redden, Kentville; two brothers, Edwin (Kim), Centreville; Michael (Heidi), Sheffield Mills; two grandchildren, Sean and Andrew; mother-in-law, Gladys (Howell) Martin, Centreville; two sisters-in-law, Pat (Allen) Rhynold, Centreville and Betty (Jim) Dill, Canning; several cherished nieces and nephews. Visitation was held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, November 16, 2006 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, where a funeral service, followed by a reception, was held at 2 p.m. Friday, November 17, 2006, Reverend Doctor Robert Knowles officiated. Burial took place in the Canard Burial Ground, Kings County. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Valley Care Pregnancy Centre, or the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.

Charles Edward “Chuck�Richardson - 62, Wolfville, passed away suddenly at his home on November 12, 2006. Born on July 8, 1944, in Halifax, he was a son of the late Charles Edward Sr. and Elizabeth Odell (Boutilier) Richardson. Chuck was a self-employed businessman in Wolfville and previously in Dartmouth. He had a vast business background which included consulting to the mining industry, land development, subdivision development, construction of residential housing and large commercial buildings. Prior to his career as a consultant and contractor, Chuck briefly served in the Royal Canadian Air Force as a pilot. This chosen career was cut short due to unfortunate medical issues. While flying was Chuck's first love, he also enjoyed sailing and spent many pleasurable hours aboard his sailboat. In his early years he was involved in car racing, winning many awards. Along with his business career, Chuck also enjoyed many years of volunteering. He was very focused on service to others. Among many volunteer organizations that were fortunate enough to have Chuck as a member, he served on the board of the Nova Scotia School for Boys, YMCA Big Cove Camp, the Wolfville Business Development Corporation, The Robie Tufts Nature Centre, and the Kings Economic Development Corporation. Chuck also served a term as a Wolfville Town Councillor and further served in the capacity of Chair of the Budget and Finance Committee, Vice Chair of the Kings County Transit, and Board Member of the former Eastern Kings Memorial Hospital as well as a Board Member, Interchurch Housing of Kings County. Chuck became an advocate for the rights of the disabled. He was very honoured to have been appointed to the Disabled Persons Commission of Nova Scotia. It was his goal and dream to make accessibility a reality for all Nova Scotians. To this end, he was involved in the Kings County Alternative Transportation Society Services (KCATSS) first serving as a board member, Vice Chair and finally as Chair. Chuck is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 28 years, Sheila (Jeffrey), Wolfville; sons, Ted, Dartmouth; Christopher (Kristen), Forsyth, Ga.; daughter, Catherine, Wolfville and Halifax; sisters, Chardell Tulley-Tracy (Jim), Dartmouth, and Beverly Mallory (Lorne), Brockville, Ont.; loving grandfather of Jessica, Michael and Mathew Richardson; special uncle and friend to many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews and cousins; special nephew to Ken (Helen) Richardson, Sarnia, Ont.; beloved son-in-law of Jack and Joyce Jeffrey, Victoria, B.C.; dear brother-in-law to Peter (Wendy) Jeffrey, Port Credit, Ont. Family flowers only by request. Donations in Chuck’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia; Kings Para Transit (formerly KCATSS) or to a charity of one's choice with focus on the disabled would be appreciated by the family. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service and celebration of Chuck’s life was held Sunday, November 19, at 2:30 p.m. in St. Andrew’s United Church, 329 Main St., Wolfville, Rev. Robyn Brown-Hewitt officiated. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Serenity Funeral Home & Crematorium, P.O. Box 239, Port Williams, NS B0P 1T0. Donations or cards of sympathy may be sent to this address or on-line at: serenityfuneral@ns.sympatico.ca The Broken Chain We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly. In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you. You did not go alone, for part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide. And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the Chain will link again.

BENT, Doris Elizabeth - 83, of Paradise, NS, passed away Friday, November 10, 2006 peacefully at home in the arms of her husband of 59 years, Donald Edward. Born in Springfield, NS, she was a daughter of the late Mildred Langille. Doris spent her adult life in Paradise/Lawrencetown and was an active member of her community. She was Post Mistress in Paradise for many years. Doris was happiest spending time with her family, playing games, traveling to Mexico and enjoying a game of mini golf. She is survived by daughters, Carol O’Neill (Gene Elliott), Sand Lake; Sandy Bent – Curry; Nancy (Robbie) Beals, both of Lawrencetown, Sherri (Karla Pedersen), Truro; Sons; Eric (Jackie), Lawrencetown; Charles “Chuck� (Bonnie), Coaldale, AB; Larry (Kim), Paradise; sister, Jean (Gordon) Fancy, Auburn; 15 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and 6 nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brother, Donald Langille and niece, Gail Levy. Visitation was held Sunday, November 12, 2006 in the Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main Street, (902) 825-3448, where a memorial service was held 2:00 PM, Monday, November 13, 2006, Rev. Canon Margaret Hall and Father Wayne Lynch officiated. By request, private family interment will be held in Fairview Cemetery, Lawrencetown. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to Charity of Choice. Online condolences may be sent to middletonfh@ns.sympatico.ca