Winston "Winnie" C. Welner

Welner, Winston “Winnie” C. – Age 80, of Enfield, passed away May 7, 2022 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre.

Born in Mount Uniacke in 1941, he was a son of the late Roland and Lucy Welner.

Winnie is survived by his wife, Janette Welner; daughter, Gina (Bruce) Thompson; and grandson, Tyler; as well as sister, Violet Churchill.

Besides his parents, Winnie was predeceased by sisters, Betty Welner and Mildred Finck; and brothers, Allison, Lawrence, Ross, Rodney and Carol.

In his younger years he enjoyed playing both hockey and baseball. He also liked playing darts, bowling and was an avid pool player. His passion though was hunting and fishing and being with his buddies at the camp at Allen’s Lake.

Winnie was a devoted family man who enjoyed working with his hands. He started off in the carpentry trade and ended his working career as a licensed mechanic.

At the family’s request there will be no funeral or memorial service. Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.

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Wenda Myrtle (Kennedy) Andrews

Andrews (Kennedy), Wenda Myrtle – Age 77, of Pleasant Valley, Col. Co., left us May 5, 2022.

Born in Truro, she was a daughter of the late Blanchard Elwood and Myrtle Mae (Carter) Kennedy.

Her joy was family, friends, music and Boo. She also found great enjoyment washing and hanging out clothes. Wenda was always available to help family and friends. She helped Wes in the sawmill, and on many other projects over the years. Wenda was an avid reader and smoker. She loved animals and had numerous cats, dogs, and even squirrels. Muma was entertained daily by the Love Nature channel, especially Hope for Wildlife and Orangutan Jungle School. The impromptu parties at LeRoy's were one of her favorite things. She loved the music and togetherness.

She was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend and will be missed by all. Surviving are daughters, Jane (A.T. McCready), Truro; Lori (Jeff) Yorke, Pleasant Valley; son, David, Pleasant Valley; grandson, Corey (Jewdi McCarthy) Halifax; sister, Avis Tufts, Brookfield; and chosen daughter, Rondalee, Brookfield.

Wenda was predeceased by her husband, Wesley George Andrews (2009). She was also predeceased by brothers, Laurie, Ross, and LeRoy.

Thank you to those who kept in touch. Special thanks to Valerie, Sharon, Ethel, Lee, and Rita.

Cremation has taken place.

No visitation or service by Wenda's request.

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Ethel Ann Allen

Allen, Ethel Ann – Age 90, of Chaswood, passed away in her home on May 5, 2022. Born in Milford Station, she was a daughter of the late Ralph and Merle (Creelman) Taylor.

Ethel was a hairdresser for many years. She loved to dance, go camping and travelling.

She is survived by her sister, Shirley Newman; children, Ralph (Robin) McKeen, William McKeen, Linda (Laurie) Leedham, Edward McKeen; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her first husband, Charles McKeen; second husband, Lawrence Allen; son, Robert McKeen; and sister, Joan Densmore.

Cremation has taken place.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, May 11 at 1 p.m. in Hillside Cemetery, Middle Musquodoboit.

Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative.

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Lloyd Albert Angowski

Angowski, Lloyd Albert – Age 70 of Enfield.  It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lloyd on May 5, 2022 after his courageous battle with Parkinson’s and ALS. Lloyd was a remarkable man who was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, friend, and neighbour. 

Born in Pugwash, he was a son of the late Julian and Rita (Williams) Angowski.

Lloyd is survived by his loving wife of almost 44 years, Kathryn (Frame). He was a proud Dad and Grampy and had a lot of love for his daughters, Andrea and Jodi (Ian); and his grandchildren, Keegan, Payton, Landon, Quinn, and Isaac; brothers and sisters, Laura (Douglas) Stevens, Louise (Ricky) Hatton, Richard (Maria) Angowski, Lucy (Lawrence) France, Charles (Mary Lou) Angowski, Roger Angowski, Barb (Randy) MacDonald, Halena (Larry) Stevens, Robert (Donna) Angowski, Anne Marie Frame, Donna (Robert) Whitenect, Bill (Debbie) Frame, Marion Frame, Joan Worth, Lois (Brian) Palmer, Judy (Fred) Frame, John (Trina) Frame, Burt (Liz) Frame, Linda (Jimmy) Benere.  Besides his parents, Rita, Julian, Annie, and Pete; he was predeceased by sister, Wanda in infancy.

Lloyd was a great friend and neighbor to whomever he met and always put others ahead of himself.  He was a man of many talents, but carpentry skills were one of his finest.  He had established a great reputation for his skills, expertise and craftmanship and never let anything go undone without a helping hand and direction.  His happy place was Charlie Brown’s camp for hunting, fishing, and having a drink with the boys.  His passions were watching his favorite hockey player, Keegan and keeping the younger grandkids happy with grampy’s famous pancakes. He was known for his dry humor, quick wit and sarcasm putting a smile on everyone’s face.       

The family wishes to extend their gratitude for the exceptional quality of care provided by the doctors and nurses at the QEII and Truro hospitals as well as the VON nurses for their support allowing Lloyd to stay in his home. Special thanks to family, friends and neighbours that have gone above and beyond. 

Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 11 am in St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, Enfield, followed by a reception at the Enfield Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133.

Donations may be made to ALS Society of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.

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Martha Elaine (Langille) Annand

 Annand, Martha Elaine (Langille) – Age 90, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 4, 2022.  She was born in Riversdale, Colchester County, a daughter of William and Lucy Anne (Naugler) Langille. 

Martha received her early education in Truro.  In 1953 she graduated from the NS Hospital with her nursing degree.  She worked at the Colchester Regional Hospital and did numerous hours of private duty nursing.  She continued to be involved with nursing as a board member on the VON and through her readiness to bake a pan of squares or make a batch of soup for someone who was under the weather or battling an illness.

Martha played women’s softball with the Truro Slugs, winning 1945, 1946, and 1950 provincial titles and creating many lifelong friendships.  She was very proud of her team when they were inducted into the NS Sports Hall of Fame in 1980.  

On April 3, 1954, Martha married Charles Annand.  They were both active members of St. Andrew’s Church and avid skiers at Ski Wentworth.  Martha especially loved skating at Hamilton’s Outdoor Rink with Mary as young kids, fishing with her brothers and sisters at Trout Lake and bridge night with the girls.  She enjoyed travelling all around the Maritimes to watch Scott’s football games and flying to Calgary to see Lara.

But her most treasured spot was the cottage where summers were filled with swimming, vegetable gardening, tending to her sweet peas, watching the hummingbirds and walking the beach with her grandchildren Megan, Emily and Drew.  Each evening at the cottage she could be found watching for the blue herons as the sunset dipped into the ocean. 

In the last ten years of her life, she fought hard against dementia.  Thank you to Dr. Bower, the staff at Karlaine Place and the staff at The Mira, Mayflower Lane, especially Kelly, Tina, and Connie.

Martha was predeceased by her husband of 48 years, Charlie (2002).  She was also pre-deceased by brothers, Bob, Doug, Chester and Elmer and sisters, Jean, Dorothy, Muriel, Mildred and Lillian.  She is survived by her identical twin sister, Mary, whose love, and support has no words. Their bond could not even be broken by dementia when mom’s only word was Mary. 

She will be greatly missed by her children, Scott (Patty) Annand, Lara (Dannie) MacNeil.  Her granddaughters, Megan and Emily will remember all the fun times with Nana walking in the woods, searching for beach glass and baking treats.  Her grandson, Drew colored many pictures for Nana’s room at The Mira and loved telling her stories on the phone.  She is survived by many nieces and nephews. 

We would also like to recognize and thank St. Andrew’s United Church for the many years of support for mom.  The church held a special place in her heart. 

Donations may be made to the Anthony Purdy Legacy Fund, c/o Truro Minor Football Association.  anthonypurdylegacy@gmail.com

A service will be held in the summer with details to be posted on Arimathea website.  

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

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Lloyd "Sonny" Orion Deale

Deale, Lloyd Orion “Sonny” – Age 78 of Middle Musquodoboit, passed away May 2, 2022 in Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital, with his wife by his side.

Born in Elmsvale, he was a son of the late Lloyd and Hazel (Stewart) Deale.

Sonny’s working life started in construction, he later earned his mechanic licence working with several dealerships in Dartmouth, and finished as a truck driver with Department of Highways. Over the years he enjoyed hunting and fishing and lending a hand where he could.

Surviving are his wife of almost 54 years, Evelyn (Dechman); son, George; grandchildren, Colton, Tasha (Mike), Tyler and Orion; great-granddaughter, Kora; brothers, John Allen, Richard and Robert.

He was predeceased by his daughter, Sheryl; sister, Marjorie; brothers, Cameron, Fred and Phillip.

Cremation has taken place.  

A family graveside service will be held in Elderbank Cemetery on Tuesday at 2 p.m., with Rev. Allan Lynk officiating. Friends are welcome to visit the family downstairs in St. Andrews United Church from 3-4 p.m.

Memorial donations may be made to Musquodoboit Valley Health Foundation - Hospital.

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

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Margery Jean Crooks, BA (Dalhousie), Maritime School of Social Work, 1952-53

Crooks, Margery Jean (MacLean) – Age 90, beloved daughter of the late Margaret (Fraser) and A. Frank MacLean, died, enfolded by love, May 1, 2022 in Truro.

Avid reader and award-winning student, Margery was salutatorian for the graduating class of Sydney Academy in 1949.  She then studied arts and played varsity basketball at Dalhousie University, graduating with a BA in 1952.  Finally, she studied at the Maritime School of Social Work, taking multiple prizes there before heading into the work force in 1953.

In 1956, Margery married Robert A. Crooks, her lifelong love and partner in all things.  For the next 40 years, she sewed her passion for social work and community outreach seamlessly into the fabric of his ministry in their beloved United Church of Canada.  She worked for departments of Child Welfare, Mental Health and Social Services in four different provinces.  Active in the social mission of every congregation in which her husband, Bob served, she volunteered with libraries, seniors, refugees, those in palliative care and those living with cancer.  At the same time, she raised a family of four children into which she welcomed partners and friends in the same spirit of love and generosity that she had already welcomed the partners and friends of her four brothers.

Margery leaves an extended family deep in mourning and thanksgiving: her children, Jamie (Willa), Cathie, Chrissie (Robert) and Tim (Alison) – and her grandchildren, Bill and Sam, Sydney and Jackson, Whitney, Ellis and N’Kysha, and Lily.  She also leaves brothers, Ian, Sandy (Lila), Hugh (Norma) and Alan (Alison); brother-in-law, Roland (Jean); sister-in-law, Marilyn, and 17 nieces and nephews.   

Anyone who knew Marge will remember her dedication to fitness (walking/yoga), her abiding interest in the lives and activities of others, her resolute open-heartedness, and the unassailable bedrock of her Christian faith – a sliding scale of everyday disciplines beginning with the body and ending with the divine.  For her children, the ‘flower’ in the ‘bulb’ of those everyday disciplines was nothing less than the adult worlds we live in.   It’s no exaggeration to say that the social, intellectual and spiritual engagements that have given our lives meaning grew up, one and all, in the garden she cultivated.  On her final day, we saw the bounty of that garden one last time.  God in front of her and family at her side, she departed earthly life awash in love without so much as a hint of fear, despair or regret.

Funeral service will take place Tuesday, June 7th at 2:00 p.m. in First United Church, Truro. Please note that masks and physical distancing will be required.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Margery’s memory may be made to The First United Church Restoration Fund, Truro, The United Church Camp Meeting Association (Berwick Camp), and/or Phoenix Youth Programs, Halifax.

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

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Robert "Bob" Weldon Fisher

Fisher, Robert “Bob” Weldon – Age 72, Brookfield, passed away December 19, 2021 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre with family by his side.

Cremation has taken place.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 6, at 2 p.m. in Westside Cemetery, Brookfield.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.

Roy C. Mosher

Mosher, Roy C. – A funeral service for Roy Mosher, who passed away February 3, 2022, will be held in Sharon Presbyterian Church, Dean on Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 2 p.m. The burial will be held on Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 2:30 p.m. in St. Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Musquodoboit Harbour.

Heather "Ruth" (Martin) Romo

Romo (Martin), Heather “Ruth” – Age 74, of Dartmouth and Chezzetcook, passed away Tuesday, April 26th, 2022, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax, embraced by her family. Born in 1947, she was the daughter of the late John and Marjorie (Williams) Martin.

Ruth was predeceased by her brothers, Phillip, Cyril, Wish, Ronnie, Roy, and Percy “Bub”. She is survived by her lovingly devoted companion and husband of her heart, John Muise; daughters, Wanda (Sam) Bowser, Heather Romo, Paula (Mark) Keizer, Kimberly (Mark) Skinner; grandchildren, Gloria, Edmond, Clarice, Stacy, Kacey, Mikayla, Jenny, Lily, Paige; sister, Donna (Kenneth) Goldsworthy; brother, Ralph and many nieces and nephews.

As a young woman, Ruth was proud to have worked at the Halifax School for the Blind. She then met and married her ex-husband, Weldon Romo, staying home to raise her quickly growing family. Ruth kept an immaculate house! A typical day may find the girls all set to assigned tasks. Applying floor wax with woollen socks to the linoleum floors, polishing the banister with lemon oil, washing windows, hanging laundry or dusting furniture; cleanliness was next to Godliness in our Mother's house! Ah, but there was laughter; many of Ruth's treasured memories were of times spent (often with extended family members and friends) all crammed together in our tiny one-room shack on Fisherman's Beach in Lower East Chezzetcook. A woman of strong faith, Ruth was a firm believer in the power of prayer. She taught Sunday school, kept a bible at her bedside and utilized the comfort of her rosary beads in times of worry or uncertainty, thankfulness and contemplation. If you were a friend, neighbour, or family member in need, Ruth was there for you in whatever capacity was within her means to help. Be it a loaf of bread, a shared meal, mending a shirt or simply lending an ear, Ruth cared by lending herself. Her nurturing nature was far-reaching, extending beyond her cherished grandchildren to include those who will remember her fondly as the community Nanny. An avid reader, she also enjoyed playing cards, Wordsearch and Crosswords. Until her recent illness, Ruth was keen on weekly and often daily car drives to the country with John. In 2021, Ruth was overjoyed to become a great-grandmother to identical twin boys, Jonathan and Jesse Cox. We will miss her dearly and forever hold her in our hearts.

Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. A funeral service with reception to follow will be held Monday, May 2nd at 11 a.m. in Saint Genevieve Church, East Chezzetcook, with Father Jimmy Richards, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Souls Harbour Rescue Mission, N.S.

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Shirley "Jim" Marie Abolit

Abolit, Shirley Marie “Jim” – Age 85, of Elderbank passed away April 24, 2022 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro.

Born in Elderbank, she was a daughter of the late Bill and Anna (Bain) Leedham.

Jim was an avid outdoors person and could be found on the ballfield many nights a week. She played competitively on many teams and was a member of the Royalettes Softball Team who went to the Canada Games. Jim was known for her quick wit, sharp tongue and always having the last word. She loved canoeing on the river from the time the ice went out.

Jim met her husband, Abby while in the Air Force. She loved playing cards and darts, always wanting to win with many trophies on the wall to show it.

She will always be loved and missed by her husband of 63 years, Edmund “Abby”; sons, Reynold “Rennie”, Gays River; Darrell, Cooks Lake; daughter, Michele (Tim) Flemming, Meaghers Grant; grandchildren, Loni, Kaitlyn, Daniel; three great-grandchildren; brother, Laurie (Linda); sister, Reta (Charles) Reid and their families.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by step-father, John Montgomery; sister, Thelma (Don) Gendron; daughter-in-law, Marianne Abolit; grandson, Billy Abolit.

Cremation has taken place.

Visitation will be held Monday, May 2, 7-9 p.m. downstairs in St. Andrews United Church, Elderbank. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no funeral service.

Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia or St. Andrews United Church Building Fund.

Many thanks to the wonderful staff of second floor Community Transition Wing, Colchester Hospital for the excellent care and joking that went on with Jim.

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

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John "Jack" Reginald Worthing

Worthing, John Reginald “Jack” - 1941-2022, Salmon River Bridge, Jeddore. It is with the deepest of heartaches that we announce the passing of Jack, husband, father, and grandfather, in Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, on April 22, 2022, just shy of his 81st birthday. He was our rock, our ship in stormy seas.

Jack is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Marion (Day); daughters, Dianna (Fred) Dalrymple, Catherine (Mark) Cornelius, and Donna (Michael) Higgins; grandsons, Alex, Cody, David (Jenna), Timothy and great-grandson, Benjamin; brother, Donald Baker; and many nephews and nieces.

He was predeceased by parents, Elsie (Baker)Worthing Baker and Reg Worthing; sister, Joan; brother-in-law, Watson Patterson, and nephew, Reid Patterson.

Jack was a fisherman all his working life and a proud volunteer at Memory Lane Heritage Village, Lake Charlotte and the Fisherman’s Life Museum, Oyster Pond. Jack loved his volunteering days and had many a tale to tell those who would stop in to visit. He wasn’t a very demonstrative man, but we knew that he cared and loved us. His giggle was infectious, and his stories were tall. His grandchildren were the apples of his eye, and he was looking forward to his visits with his new great-grandson. You could always count on his stories and how he would often say ‘they must be pretty old now’ as he didn’t see himself as being old.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. Burial will be at a later date with close family and friends attending.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

                      “Death leaves a heartache no on can heal.

                      Love leaves us memories no one can steal.”

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Geneva Marina Dean

Dean, Geneva Marina - Age 87 of Brookfield and formerly of Dean, passed away Wednesday, April 20, 2022, in VG Site, QE11, Halifax.

Born in Ecum Secum, she was a daughter of the late Bill and Lillian (Fancy) Davidson.

Always full of life, she never let herself be defined by what life threw her way. She loved dancing, bowling, looking good, and skunking anyone brave enough to challenge her in crib. Above all, she loved her family--every generation.

She is survived by brothers, Laurie (Lorna), Halifax; Clyde "Bud", Eastern Passage; sisters, Marie (the late Jack) Malloy, Dartmouth; Wendy (Roger) Doyle, Waverley; daughters, Debbie Perrott (Gary Burrill), Halifax; Sonya McLean, Lincoln, N.B.; son, Trent (Lorraine) Perrott, Brookside; grandchildren, Clayton, Fred, Eva, Rosanna, Tyler, Luke, Emily, Gin; great-grandsons, Denver and Bowen. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Bruce Dean, and, in later years, by special friend, Alex Ritchie. She was also predeceased by her step-father, Ken Mulock.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude and immense regard for the exceptional quality of care provided by the staff of Colchester East Hants Health Centre and Victoria General Hospital, and to Geneva's friends, who helped her live the last years of her life on her own terms.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held Saturday at 2 p.m., in Sharon Presbyterian Church, Dean, with Rev. David LeBlanc officiating. Burial in Dean Cemetery, followed by an opportunity to visit in the Church Hall.

Donations to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia or to Sharon Presbyterian Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.

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Susan Emily (Ashley) Isenor

Isenor (Ashley), Susan Emily – Age 79, of Shubenacadie, formerly of Elmsdale, went home to be with her Saviour on April 7th, 2022 in the Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Croydon, England, she was a daughter of the late Monson and Constance (Garland) Ashley.

Susan moved to Dutch Settlement in October of 1944, along with her mother, a war bride. There she grew up the eldest of five children. She married her husband, Donald in 1960, and went on to be a loving mother to five children of their own. There are so many things Susan will be remembered for. Among them, her sense of humor, which always kept us laughing even in her final days; her love of cooking and baking for others to express her care; her love of music and her beautiful singing voice; and her love for her family of whom she always said she was so blessed to have. Most of all, Susan will be remembered for what her life centered around, her love of her Saviour, Jesus Christ. We will always remember her wisdom, profound grace and positive attitude as she faced her illness these past couple of years. We have learned greatly from her example.

Beside her parents, Susan was predeceased by her loving husband, Donald; grandson, Jeremy; and granddaughter, Rebecca, both in infancy. She is survived by her children, Curtis (Cathy), North Battleford, SK; Paulette (Stephen), Fort Ellis; Connie (Victor), Lantz; Michael (Amy), Fort Ellis; Michele (Preston), Hatfield Point, NB; grandchildren, Bradley, Christopher, Andrew, Kate, Amy, Evan, Hunter, Benjamin, Faith and Madelyn; as well as 13 great-grandchildren; sisters, Tina, Enfield; Jenny (Jim), New Brunswick; and brothers, Bill (Mary), Lantz; and Allen (Brenda), Arkansas.

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

Visitation will take place on Sunday April 10th from 6:30-8:30pm and a Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, April 11th at 2:00pm, both at Country Calvary Baptist Church, 1722 Highway 2 Milford, Pastor Morris Mills officiating. Interment is to take place at a later date.

The family wishes to express their thanks to the team on the Palliative Care unit in the Colchester East Hants Health Centre, as well as Dr. Henderson, Dr. Coad and Dr. Graham for their kindness and care for Susan.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Susan's memory may be made to the Canadian Lung Association or to Country Calvary Baptist Church.

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 “I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help.

My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth.”

                                     (Psalm 121:1,2)

Susan Michelle MacInnis

MacInnis, Susan Michelle - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our sister, Susan, age 53, of Halifax.  Susan passed away on April 5th, 2022, at Arborstone Enhanced Care, Halifax.  Born in Middle Musquodoboit, she was a daughter of the late Donald and Marie (Fraser) MacInnis.  

At a very young age Susan travelled by train to a school in Amherst where she made many lifetime friends.  Susan was born deaf and taught her siblings sign language so we could all communicate with her. She was a huge fan of playing darts, cards, online games and was a big fan of Pepsi.  She also loved cats. She liked being funny and enjoyed it when she could engage in friendly bantering.  

She was a loving sister who will be missed by siblings, Mike, Peter (Brenda), Danny (Shelley), Timmy (Shelly), Andy, Ron, Joe (Kim), Nancy; sister-in-law, Janette; several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Denise. Besides her parents, Susan was predeceased by brother, Stephen; sisters, Sally (Fred) and Carol in infancy; sister-in-law, Tanya.  

Cremation has taken place and a service will be held at a later date.   

Special thank you to the doctors and nurses at Dartmouth General Hospital for their care and support during Susan’s time there. Special thank you to Susan’s friend, Denise, who was a very big help during this past year.  Also, a special thank you to the Society of Deaf & Hard of Hearing Nova Scotians for all the support provided to Susan over the years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Society of Deaf & Hard of Hearing Nova Scotians at https://sdhhns.org/ 

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Brittany Lee Burke

Burke, Brittany Lee – Age 35, of Halfway Brook, passed away suddenly at home on April 4, 2022.

Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of Kelly MacKenzie and the late Kevin Burke.

She was generous, kind-hearted, had a spunky personality and enjoyed watching wrestling. Her dog, China was a big part of her life.

Surviving are her mother, Kelly; brother, John.

Cremation has taken place.

A private family burial will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to a local SPCA.

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

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Carl Glenroy Miller

Miller, Carl Glenroy – Born in Lantz in 1931, Carl Glenroy Miller passed away peacefully at home at the age of 90 on March 31st, 2022.

Carl was predeceased by his parents, Charles “Charlie” Miller and Florence “Flora” (Green) Miller; sisters, Grace (James) Draycot, Shirley Blois, Marie (Robie) Ashley, Joan (John) Haynes; brothers, Harry (Blanche) Miller, Hector Miller.

Surviving Carl is his wife of 69 years, Joyce Harriet (Newman) Miller; son, Robert (Patricia) Miller, daughters, Wendy (Richard) Isenor, Laura Miller and Lisa (Steven) Tully; grandchildren, Nicole (James) MacDonnell, Natasha (David) Benjamin, Shannon (Valerie) Isenor, Amy (Ronnie) Trowsdale, Suzanne (Dirk) Taylor, Tyler (Miranda) Miller, Brandon Smith, Raynah Tully, Cassidy Tully & Madison Tully; four great-grandchildren and six great great-grandchildren.

Carl was a caring father and grandfather who, except for a brief time in Ontario, spent his whole life providing for his family in Lantz where he was a well known and loved member of the community.  

He started his trucking career with Leo Isenor for approximately 10 years, then he went on to receive many safety awards and recognition for 1 million and 2 million miles driven while spending 25 years as a truck driver for LE Shaw. During that time Carl had many ride-along passengers who later followed his footsteps in the trucking business.

Carl had a passion for draft horses from his time working with them as a boy and would never turn down an opportunity to see his favourite Percheron or Clydesdale breeds at exhibitions and shows.

A fan of carefully mixed Captain Morgan white rum and coke, in his younger years Carl and Joyce attended many dances in the areas surrounding Lantz.

When it came to trucks (and cars) nothing could beat a Ford for Carl.

Carl loved visits from his grandchildren and liked to reminisce about the old days working with horses and trucking logs in a 1943 Ford one ton.  He had many friends he met over the years of trucking and at horse shows and was always a modest gentleman who loved a good conversation about whatever was on your mind.

He will be sadly missed by his family and friends and we hope those who knew him well will have a toast to Carl.

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Constance "Connie" Fagan

A Celebration of Life for Connie Fagan will be held on April 2, 2022 from 2 - 4 p.m. in Upper Nine Mile River Community Centre, 11 Slate Quarry Road, Upper Nine Mile River

Constance "Connie" Mae Fagan

Fagan, Constance “Connie” Mae –Age 78, of Nine Mile River, passed away March 26, 2022.

Born in Coldbrook, she was a daughter of the late Carl and Winnifred (Farris) Meister.

Connie is survived by her loving husband, Hubert “Hugh” Fagan; son, David (Barb Colburn); grandchildren, Kayleigh, Nicholas, Liam; sister, Carolyn Griffen; brother, Carlton Meister; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by an infant son, Steven Fagan.

A graveside committal service for family will be held at a later date in Hardwoodlands Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice or The Kidney Foundation of Canada, Atlantic Region.

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

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Brian Peter Grant

Grant, Brian Peter –Age 87 of Lantz, passed away March 25, 2022 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro.

Born in Hull, England, he was a son of the late George and Edith (Vick) Grant.

An outgoing, gregarious individual, he was beloved by everyone he met and will be missed by all.

Surviving are son, Mark (Kim); grandsons, Brandon Grant and Alexander Thibeault (Katie); sisters, Barbara (John) Lyons, Daphne Lawson.

He was predeceased by his wife, Pauline (Chamberlain); sister, Annette Cook.

Cremation has taken place.

In keeping with his wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service.

Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation or Nova Scotia Lung Association.

Special thanks to the Palliative Care team for the wonderful care Dad received.

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

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