March 25, 2007 to March 31, 2007 continued

Hendrika Wilhelmina “Riet” Van Hunen – 83, passed away peacefully in the Windsor Elms on Monday, March 26, 2007. Born in Boxtel, Holland in 1923, she was one of 12 children of the late Jan and Johanna Maria (Slijters) Kieft. Nanny, as she was known, moved to Canada in 1949 with her husband, John and son, Gary. Family, church and her wonderful hand crafts filled her years in Lawrencetown, Annapolis County and her retirement years in Delhaven, Kings County. She is survived by her son, Gary (Ann), Lawrencetown; her daughter, Sonja (Todd) Kidston, Billtown, Kings County; grandchildren, Tammy, Ria, and Nora; great-grandchildren, Robin and Jade. She was predeceased by her husband, John. Visitation was held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, March 29, 2007 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. A private family burial took place at 10 a.m. Friday, March 30, 2007 in the Pereaux Cemetery. Reverend Marc Potvin officiated. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Annapolis Valley Victorian Order of Nurses. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.

Rice, Lionel Theodore “Bud” – 76, Bear River, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 26, 2007 in the Digby General Hospital, Digby, with his loving wife by his side. Born in Bear River, N.S., he was a son of the late Floyd and Ruth (Benson) Rice. Lionel is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth “Betty” (LeBlanc) Rice, daughter Debbie, Belleville, Ontario; son David, Niagara Falls, Ontario; 6 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, sisters Ruth (Michael) Kozachenko, and Joan (Rex) Robbins. Besides his parents, Lionel was predeceased by one brother and five sisters. Cremation has taken place. No visitation or service at the request of the family. Donations in Lionel’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were 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.

Hall, Stella Mariah – 91, Deep Brook, born in Hillgrove Digby Co., died in Tideview Terrace, March 26. Funeral was held in Deep Brook Baptist Church. Interment in Rossway Baptist Church Cemetery.

WEATHERBY, Ruth Lyle - 86, Windsor, Hants Co., passed away Monday, March 26, 2007, in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born in Truro, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Janet (Waters) Ross. Ruth was a homemaker most of her life and she enjoyed knitting and sewing. She belonged to the IODE for over 50 years and was a member of the UCW at Windsor United Church. Ruth had been a resident of the Windsor Elms Senior Citizens Home for the past two years. Ruth is survived her son, Raymond (Karen), Sackville; daughters, Louise (Robert) Conrad, Sackville; Caroline (Carl) Fish, Belmont; and Theresa (Emerson) Whitehead, Three Mile Plains; 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Ruth was predeceased by her husband, Raymond, and brother, Howard. Arrangements have been entrusted to Lohnes Funeral Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317), where the family received visitors from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, March 28. Funeral service was held 2 p.m. Thursday, March 29, in Lohnes Funeral Service Chapel, Rev. Bill Gibson officiated. Interment was held in Maplewood Cemetery, Windsor, with a reception being held in the funeral home’s Elmcroft Reception Centre. Donations in memory of Ruth 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

William Ronald “Bill” Tarr — 87, died peacefully Tuesday, March 27, 2007, at the Queens Manor, Liverpool. Born in Western Head, Queens County, he was a son of the late Wm. Herbert and Annie E. (Frelick) Tarr. He is survived by daughters: Anna Greek, Thelma (Robert) Young, both of Mersey Point, Betty (John) Tarr of Brampton, Ont.; sons, Donald (Margaret) of Springfield, David (Patty) of Blackfalds, Alta., Charles (Patsy), Edward (Deborah), both of Western Head, Queens County; 18 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sisters, Nellie Carter, Evelyn Naugler, both of Whitby, Ont.; brother, Lawrence (Marion) of Western Head. Special close buddies, Susan Veinot and Ethan Whynot — they always brightened Willie’s day while he resided with Anna in Mersey Point prior to him having to return to a long-term care facility. He was predeceased by his wife, the former F. Kathleen Dolliver; daughter, Marjorie (McKinnon, Small); granddaughter Marianne (Greek) Blackwell; a great-granddaughter in infancy; son-in-law, Donald Greek; sisters: Thelma Ross, Ethel Hartlen, Alice Hartlen, Dorothy Myra, Gladys in infancy; brothers: Arthur, Morris, Bruce. Funeral service was held Saturday, March 31, at Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool; Rev. Arthur Nash and Postulant Judy Cross officiated. Burial in Zion United Cemetery, Payzant Street, Liverpool. Donations may be made to the Queens Manor, Canadian Diabetes Association, or charity of choice. Online condolences may be made at www.chandlersfuneral.com.

SMITH, Adeline, 82, of Shelburne, passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2007 in Roseway Hospital. Born in Hantsport, she was the daughter of the late Budd and Mary (Tibbetts) Riley. She was a member of the Trinity United Church, Shelburne, an IODE member, member of Unit Bethany, a choir member and member of many other organizations over the years. Adeline worked many years as the secretary to the Principal of Shelburne Regional Vocational and also taught Commercial at Shelburne Regional High and several Accounting courses in Shelburne Regional Vocational School. Adeline was married for sixty years to her husband Doug. She was a very caring and giving person who was committed to her family, friends, church and community. She travelled to many places around the world and enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, knitting and music. She will be forever remembered by her family and friends. Adeline is survived by her husband, Douglas C. Smith, Shelburne, son John C Smith (Beverly Grandy), Cole Harbour, daughter, Nancy (Terry) McIntyre, Middle Ohio, her beloved grandchildren, Peter (Dolly) McIntyre, Hammonds Plains, Joseph McIntyre, Ottawa, Mark McIntyre, Halifax, Heather (Matthew) Banfield, Eastern Passage, Trevor Smith, Craig Smith of Dartmouth and twin great-granddaughters expected to arrive any day. Funeral service was held on Friday, March 30, 2007 in Trinity United Church with Rev. Joanne McFadden officiating. Interment in Pine Grove Cemetery. Donations may be made to Trinity United Church or charity of choice or do a good deed for someone in her memory.

Thelma Avis Young – 91, formerly of Coldbrook, passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2007 in Grand View Manor, Berwick. Born in Coldbrook, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Sadie (MacLellan) Mitchell. She had been employed for several years with the Kentville Publishing Company. She was a past-president of the Kings County Travelettes and a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion, Kings Branch 6, Kentville. She is survived by a step-daughter Connie (Ronald) Hubley, British Columbia; several nieces and nephews. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald; four sisters, Evelyn, Clara, Phyllis and Verna; six brothers, Earle, Willett “Jack”, Paul, Robert, Gordon and Laurie. There was no visitation by family request. The funeral service was held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 31, 2007 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. Reverend Elizabeth Johnson 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. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.

Sweet, Ernest Edward - Martock, died March 27, 2007, in Windsor. Ernest was born January 5, 1922, in Martock, Hants Co., in the big white house on the hill with pillars. He was the son of Edward Butler and Eliza Jane (Burke) Sweet. Ernest was a man of the land - he farmed the family farm in Martock and spent many winters logging the woodlots at home and away. He also worked for Mike Oulton and Bruce Spence on their farming operations. He worked for BD Stevens Group during the initial construction of Highway 101 and spent 14 years with the maintenance staff at Windsor Regional High School where he influenced many Hants County teenagers. In 1947, he married Muriel Deal from across the river. They were married 53 years until her death in June 2000. Ernest had many interests and occupations - he had a lifelong association with horses, from his early years logging with his beloved heavy horses to his final charge, a feisty Hackney pony. He pursued many aspects of farming and was involved with the Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture, the Atlantic Winter Fair and was a past president of the Hants County Exhibition. Although his education was limited due to the necessity of work at a young age, he was an avid and varied reader of both fiction and nonfiction, he followed all levels of politics, he was a keen horse show father, and his favourite time of year was Exhibition in September. Ernest and Muriel hosted amazing parties and they loved to hop in the Buick and this the road. Ernest once claimed to have driven every road in Nova Scotia. He was a member of Windsor United Church. At the age of 80, he began photographing local scenes while driving the countryside, putting together photo albums and scrapbooks, watching curling on television, and at the age of 85, he learned how to plan and win at shuffleboard. In 2003, he made the heart-wrenching decision to sell his stately home in Martock and moved to Curry's Corner and then Windsor. Ernest is survived by children, Eliza, Susan (Wayne), and Ernie; grandchildren, Michael, Jordan, and Jonathan; sisters, Elizabeth and Pauline; many beloved family members and family friends. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife and partner in life, Muriel; siblings, Ethel, Margaret, John, Annie, William, Alex and Edna, and half-siblings, Dick, Nellie and Susie. Arrangements for cremation have been entrusted to Lohnes Funeral Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317). A service to celebrate the life of Ernest E. Sweet was held 2 p.m. Saturday, March 31, in Lohnes Funeral Service Chapel, Rev. Bill Gibson officiating. A reception was held in the funeral home's Elmcroft Reception Centre. Donations in memory of Ernest may be made to a charity of one's choice. Private messages of condolences may be made in the "Guest Book" at: www.familycare.ca

DAVIS, Phyllis Augusta, 91, of Shelburne, passed away peacefully in Roseway Manor, Sandy Point, Shelburne County on Wednesday, March 28, 2007. Born at home in Shelburne, she was a daughter of the late Charles Arnold and Grace Matilda (Nickerson) Davis. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Phyllis attended Teachers College in Truro, 1934-1935. She received a Bachelor of Arts and Education at Acadia University. She attended summer school at Dalhousie University for four years doing specialized reading. Phyllis studied singing at Acadia University throughout the years of 1950 to 1973 and did solo singing throughout Nova Scotia. She taught school for 35 years throughout Nova Scotia, twelve of those years being at the Shelburne Academy, retiring in 1973. She is survived by many nieces and nephews as well as a special niece, Debbie and husband, Paul Smith, who cared for her while residing at home. She was predeceased by brother, Lawrence “ Eugene” Davis and a sister, Deborah Belle Johns. No visitation by request. Funeral service was held Saturday, March 31 in H.M. Huskilson’s Funeral Chapel, Shelburne with Rev. Troy Dennis officiating. Interment in Pine Grove Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Roseway Manor. The family would like to thank the VON for the care and support given while she was at home, and the wonderful caregivers at Roseway Manor for the excellent care given to Phyllis while a resident. Our utmost respect and appreciation goes out to you all!

William John Raaymakers – 82, of Wolfville. It is with great sense of loss that we announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, William Raaymakers on Wednesday, March 28, 2007 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Gerwen, The Netherlands, he was the son of the late Martinus and Anna Maria (Van Eck) Raaymakers. He is survived by his loving and committed family, including his second wife of 39 years, Anna Maria (Elderhorst); seven children, Erdine (Rod) Chisholm, Meadow Green; Annemarie (David) Kinsman, Port Elgin, Ontario; Mary (Wayne) Thibeau, Lower Sackville; Elizabeth (Greg) Popowich, Regina; Wilma (Evatt) Lamarche-Mathers, Mill Cove; William (Jessie), Saskatoon; Joseph (partner Candace Bax), London, Ontario; sixteen grandchildren, Angela, Derek, Bryan, Erin, Stephanie, Jillian, Jeffrey, Nicholas, Lucas, Riley, Liam, Alexandra, Jacqueline, Kristen, Kyla and Avery; three great-grandchildren, Summer, Corey and Alex. He is also survived by three sisters, Marie, Toos and Nolda and three brothers, Johann, Gerrit and Mies, all of The Netherlands; many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Bill was predeceased by his first wife, Johanna “Joan” (VanderWielen), two sisters, Annie and Riek, two brothers, Martin and Piet, and his grandson, Boyd. Bill immigrated to Canada with his wife, Joan in April of 1950. He started his new life here by farming in Forest, Ontario before purchasing another farm in 1959 in Amherst, Nova Scotia. He married Anna in 1968 and in 1970, he moved his family to New Minas to take a position with Coop Atlantic, retiring in 1983. Bill was an avid lover of the outdoors and enjoyed many camping trips and canoeing all over Nova Scotia. He also loved wood-carving, painting, singing and skating. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and an active participant in the Cursillo Movement. Cremation has taken place under the direction of the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville and there was no visitation as per Bill’s wishes. A memorial mass to celebrate Bill’s life was held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 2, 2007 in St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Kentville. Father Craig Christenson officiated. Following the mass, a reception was held in St. Joseph’s Parish Hall and all were welcome to attend. Interment will take place at a later date in St. Charles Cemetery, Amherst. Donations in Bill’s memory may be made to the Carey Me program at the Valley Regional Hospital. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to thibeau5@ns.sympatico. ca. On-line inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.