Minogue, Gordon Daniel

Minogue, Gordon Daniel – Born in Montreal, on February 13, 1929, died peacefully at home in Elmsdale, surrounded by his loving family, on June 25, 2015. He was the son of the late Assistant Director of the Montreal Police (1923-1963) William Minogue and the late Mabel (Corcoran). He is survived by wife of 45 years, Maxine (Ashley); mother-in-law, Jean Ashley, of Lantz; son, Danny (Elyce), of Westmount, Que.; daughters, Debra (Dr. Richard) Duke, of Denver, Colo.; Barbara (Michael) Galletti, of Montreal, Que.; Suzanne (Barry) Johnston, of Whistler, B.C.; Lisa (Keith) Watson, of Summerside, P.E.I.; Melissa Minogue (Andy Teal), of Dartmouth; and Beverly (Don) Isenor, of Dutch Settlement; grandchildren, Andrew (Kelley) Duke, Stephanie Lavinskas, Alan (Melissa) Lanigan, James Lavinskas, Emily (Ryan) Wilmot, Daniel Lavinskas, Marc Minogue, Sarah Minogue, Cole Isenor, Owen Isenor and Sophie Watson; great-granddaughters, Lilly Lanigan and Katherine Duke; sister, Emily Bentley, of Montreal; several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews and nieces. Gordon was predeceased by father-in-law, Harvey Ashley; brother, William Minogue; sister-in-law, Maureen Minogue; brothers-in-law, Lloyd Bentley and Leonard Ashley; niece, Lianne Minogue; and nephew, Billy Minogue. He will be especially missed by his devoted “man’s best friend”, Molly.

Dad will take his final journey to Montreal, where he will be laid to rest at a graveside service entrusted to Notre Dame des Neiges Cemetery, located on Mont Royal – 4601 Chemin de la Cote des Neiges.

We want to extend a sincere “Thank You” to the VON Special Care Team, and especially to his “Barn Girl”, Kim Manning, to Dawn Martell and the Palliative Care Team and Dr. Bruce Montgomery, also to Arimathea Funeral Cooperative.

Donations may be made in memory of Gordon to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada or Canadian Cancer Society.

Doherty, Garfield Alexander

Doherty, Garfield Alexander – Age 68, Clam Bay, passed away June 16, 2015, in Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, Musquodoboit Harbour. In keeping with Garfield’s wishes, there is no visitation or funeral service.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. Memorial donations may be made to Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, c/o Charitable Foundation, 7704 Highway 7, Musquodoboit Harbour, NS B0J 2L0.

McKinley, Florence Mary

McKinley, Florence Mary – Age 83, Dartmouth. It is with a deep, profound sadness and loss we announce the sudden passing of Florence Mary McKinley on the afternoon of June 8, 2015 in Dartmouth General Hospital, with family at her side. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late John Joseph and Katherine Mary (McPhee) Gillis. She is survived by her children, Mark (Cheryl), Beth (Denis) LeClair; Mike, Jean; sister, Carmel MacDonald, Sydney; grandchildren, Tabitha, Stephen, Jade; great-grandson, Ben. She was predeceased by brother, David; sister, Peggy Gillis.

“Mama Flo” was considered a second mom to her children’s many friends. A strong, dedicated and courageous woman, she started her career as a flight attendant for TWA, and retired as a nurse from the Nova Scotia Hospital in 1995, having received her long-service award. All who knew her couldn’t help but love her. She was compassionate to a fault, willing to help someone in need whenever she could.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. Funeral mass will be Saturday at 12 noon, in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Woodside, Father James Richards officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Lung Association Nova Scotia, or a charity of choice.

The family would like to thank her best friend, Joy Smith, for always being there for her.

Mom, you taught us your strengths, compassion and humility. You’ll always be missed and never forgotten. We love you so much.

Wilson, James Timothy

Wilson, James Timothy – Age 82, East Chezzetcook, passed away peacefully, on June 2, 2015, in Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, Musquodoboit Harbour, with his family at his side. Born on February 2, 1933, in Goose River, P.E.I., he was a son of the late Joseph and Mary Jane (McInnis) Wilson. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 56 years, Blanche (Jamieson); his children, Tina (Lloyd), Tim (Sue), Margaret (Gerald), Janie (Dale); his 12 grandchildren; and five, soon to be six, great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind many good friends.

He will be fondly remembered for his wit, charm, gentleness, wisdom, storytelling, and great bear hugs. Jimmy was an avid gardener who loved nature, animals, and children.

In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. Funeral mass will be held on Friday at 11 a.m., in St. Anselm’s Catholic Church, West Chezzetcook, with Father Randy Doucette officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association, your local Heart and Stroke Foundation, or a charity of choice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.

The family would like to thank the staff of Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital for their care and compassion during Jimmy’s brief stay. Thanks also to the homecare provided by Northwood.