Cherie Carol Miller

Miller, Cherie Carol – With my devoted sister by my side, I, Cherie Carol Miller, left this world, after a short but courageous battle with cancer, on June 1, 2018. Born in Truro, I was the second daughter of Boyce Emery and Carol Ann (Kelly) Miller.

I leave behind four sisters, Patricia Ann (Joseph Arseneau), who always considered herself too good to be a Miller; Geraldine Michele (Ken MacVicar), a wonderful, wonderful sister-friend; Brenda Elaine, a tortured soul; and Julie Rose of Ontario; four nieces and three nephews. I also leave behind my most faithful companion, K.C., my bestest friend ever; my extended family of sisters, in no order, Chrystal, Linda, Donna, Leona and Susan, who were always there for me.

Like everyone, I always knew we had two things to do in this world – live and die. It's what we do in the middle that counts. Once I learned to live for me and not others (men), all was good. So I learned to Live, Love, Laugh, and most importantly, with No Regrets!

Funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 9th at 1 p.m. in St. Andrew’s United Church, Truro, with Keith Selwyn-Smith DLM officiating. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday from 2-5 p.m. in The Engine Room, with DJ Chuck. Tell a few stories, listen to some good tunes, have a laugh, a bite to eat and No Regrets!

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

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Lloyd Higgins

Higgins, Lloyd – of Upper Musquodoboit, passed away on May 30, 2018, in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, with family by his side. Born in Upper Musquodoboit, he was a son of the late Morris and Susan (Matheson) Higgins.

Lloyd enjoyed hunting and working in his garden. He was a long-time member of Royal Canadian Legion Valley Branch No. 147.

Surviving are his wife, Joanne (Nicolle); brother, Ron (Ann); several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brother, Royce.

Cremation has taken place. In keeping with Lloyd’s wishes, there will not be a visitation or funeral service. Memorial donations may be made to Colchester East Hants Health Centre Foundation – Palliative Care.

Special thanks to the staff of Colchester East Hants Health Centre for the excellent care Lloyd and his family received. Also thank you to Barb, Darlene and Gary for being there whenever you were needed.

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

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Wendy Elaine Brown

Brown, Wendy Elaine – Age 64 of Upper Musquodoboit, passed away suddenly on May 24, 2018 in Cobequid Community Health Centre, Lower Sackville. Born in Toronto, she was a daughter of the late James and Edith (Parrott) Rice.

Wendy studied nursing in Ontario before moving to Nova Scotia and starting her family. Her home and family meant everything to her and she will always be loved and missed by husband, Lloyd “Bud”; sons, Daniel (Crystal McBride), Murray (Lindsay Addison); grandchildren, Morgan, Randi “Dolly”, Grace, Lilly; sisters, Frances (John) Cunningham, Nikki Brow. She was predeceased by brother-in-law, Jim Brow.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be Tuesday at 2 p.m. in St. James United Church, Upper Musquodoboit, Rev. Alice Rutherford officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

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

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Susan “Elaine” Higgins

Higgins, Susan “Elaine” – Age 64 of Dean, passed away May 17, 2018, in Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital, Middle Musquodoboit, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Dean, she was a daughter of the late Aubrey and Beatrice (Dean) Rogers.

Surviving are husband, Reg; sons, Craig Boon (Lara), Ashley Boon (Sandi); daughter-in-law, Jennifer Boon; grandsons, Ewan, Keaton; step-granddaughters, Alaina, Carmyn; brother, Terry; sisters, Nancy, Vera, Cindy, Peggy, Tammie, Natalie; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother in infancy.

Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be Sunday, May 20, from 6-8 p.m., and funeral service will be Monday at 2 p.m., Rev. Alice Rutherford officiating, both in Sharon Presbyterian Church, Dean. Burial will be at a later date in Mountain View Cemetery, Wittenburg. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or Sharon Presbyterian Church.

Special thank you to staff and nurses of MVMH and Dr. Barry Giffin for their compassion and care.

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

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Leonard Joseph Mellaney - Burial Announcement

Mellaney, Leonard Joseph – Age 86, Porters Lake, passed away January 6, 2018, in Dartmouth General Hospital.

Burial will be held Thursday, May 17, at 2 p.m. in St. James Catholic Cemetery, Georgetown, P.E.I.

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

Norma Ann Archibald - Burial Announcement

Archibald, Norma Ann – Burial service will be held on Sunday, May 13, at 2 p.m. in Hillside Cemetery, Middle Musquodoboit.

Flora Olive Wright

Wright, Flora Olive – Age 92 of Upper Stewiacke, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2018 in Cedarstone Enhanced Care, Truro. Born in Dean, she was a daughter of the late William and Lenora (Fleming) Geddes.

Flora was extremely talented at knitting and quiltmaking. Many enjoyed her baking and she won numerous ribbons at the local exhibitions. She enjoyed doing word search puzzles, playing scrabble and yahtzee.

She will always be loved and missed by her children, Dorothy (Ivan) Baker, Gerald (Rose Anne), Debbie (Don) Petrukovich, Joyce (Tom) Dyke, Peggy (Kenneth) Lemmon, Donna Wright (Kevin Kaiser), Burton (Sharon Hunter), Calvin (Bonnie McLean); daughter-in-law, Phyllis Wright-Roberts; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and four great great-grandchildren; siblings, Minnie Dean, Donald Geddes, Evelyn Yade, Grace Sterling; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Melvin; son, Leonard; grandson, Ronnie Baker; granddaughter-in-law, Angela Baker; great-granddaughters, Jennifer and Jessica; brothers, Lionel, Gerald, Eldon.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be Wednesday, May 16, at 2 p.m. in Sharon Presbyterian Church, Dean, Mary Jo Harrison officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Upper Stewiacke. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.

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

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Ronald James Hynes

Hynes, Ronald James – It is with deepest sadness and broken hearts that Ron’s family announces his passing, after a hard-fought battle with cancer, on May 11, 2018, at the age of 60.

A native of Jacques Fontaine, Nfld., Ron worked for 37 years with the Iron Ore Company of Canada in Labrador City, retiring in 2014, and moving to Musquodoboit Harbour. He had a life well lived but not lived nearly long enough.

Ron will be lovingly remembered by his wife and partner, Rita; children, Terry (Alison), and Bradley; stepchildren, Josh and Megan (Tyler); mother, Martha; brothers, Joe (Mary), John (Viola), Peter (Catherine), Dave, Wade (Deidre), Kirk (Raelen); sisters, Bernetta (Walter), Hazel (Don), Kim, Madonna (Derm), Nadine (Tony); grandchildren, Noah, Hunter and James; special little boy, Robin. Ron will also be fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Humbert; brothers, Harold, Ralph and Tom.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, May 16, at 2 p.m. in Petpeswick Yacht Club, 434 East Petpeswick Rd., Musquodoboit Harbour. For those wishing to make a donation in Ron’s memory, a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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

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Arthur Clifford Murphy - Service Announcement

Murphy, Arthur Clifford – Age 98, passed away January 31, 2018. Born in Lake Egmont, he was a son of the late William and Ella (MacKenzie) Murphy.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 11, 2018 at 4 p.m. in Elderbank Cemetery, Rev. Dr. Linda Yates officiating. A reception will follow downstairs in St. Andrew’s United Church. Memorial donations may be made to Diabetes Canada.

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

Dorothy Helen Miller

Miller, Dorothy Helen – Age 99 of Alton, passed away May 10, 2018, in Shannex Elk Court, Brookfield. Born in Middle Stewiacke, she was a daughter of the late William and Bertha (Tupper) Conroy.

Dorothy was a great homemaker who had a servant’s heart, working hard on the farm and in the church and community. After Aubrey’s retirement, they enjoyed motorcycling, skidooing, and camping.

Surviving are daughter, Patsy, Sydney; sons, Ron, Alton; Robert, Langley, B.C.; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Aubrey; grandson, Kirk; 12 siblings.

Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, May 15, at 2 p.m. in Pine Grove Cemetery, Stewiacke East, Rev. David LeBlanc officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.

Many thanks to the staff of Elk Court for their kindness toward Mom while she was a resident there.

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

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Glenwood Francis “Bro” Freeman

Freeman, Glenwood Francis “Bro” – Age 67 of Dartmouth, passed away May 8, 2018 in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in East Jeddore, he was a son of the late Gilbert and Nora (Baker) Freeman.

Glenwood loved camping, walking, the Montreal Canadiens and the colour yellow. Collecting clocks and Archie comics were his hobbies. In earlier years, he worked with Baker’s Fisheries, road construction, Arnold’s Repair and Renovations, and Fisherman’s Cove.

Surviving are his brothers, Weldon Hopkins, East Jeddore; Ronald (Jennifer) Freeman, Leon Freeman, both of Ontario; sisters, Muriel Cummings, Ontario; Laura Blakeney, Lake Echo; Linda Freeman, Carol Freeman, both of Dartmouth; many nieces of nephews whom he loved dearly. He was predeceased by sisters, Nora Hopkins, Frances Freeman; brothers, Maynard Hopkins.

Cremation has taken place. Burial will be at a later date in East Jeddore Cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society.

Special thanks to Dr. Izzard, Dr. Snow and staff of VG Site, QEII, 11th floor, Emergency, and Dartmouth General 3rd floor.

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

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Allison “Al” McIver

McIver, Allison “Al” – It is with great sadness that the family of Al McIver announces his sudden passing on May 6, 2018 at the age of 75. He was a son of the late Philomen and Lewis “Mutt” McIver (of River Hebert).

He is survived by his wife, Sheena; sons, Scott (Angela) and Kyle (Kimberley); grandchildren, Maria, Kaitlyn and Thomas; sister, Patricia Mercer; brothers, James and Leigh.

Cremation has taken place. At Al’s request there will be no service.

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

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H. Todd Power

Power, H. Todd – Age 48, of Musquodoboit Harbour, passed away May 3, 2018, in Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital. Born in Halifax, he was a son of Harold and Cheryl (Gaetz) Power.

With his adventurous, easygoing manner he made friends while living in Halifax and Vancouver. He enjoyed playing his guitar, collecting coins, loved music, Nascar, and four-wheeling.

Todd will be sadly missed by his parents; sister, Kristen (Robert) Clarke, and their daughters, Colleen and Katelyn; aunt, Robyn Gaetz and family; uncles, Jim Gaetz and family; Randy Power and family. He was predeceased by paternal grandparents, Ralph and Elsie Power; maternal grandparents, Samuel and Nancy Gaetz.

Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, May 8, at 2 p.m., in East Jeddore Cemetery, Rev. Aubrey Deslatte officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Twin Oaks Hospital Foundation or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

A special thank you to all the homecare workers, especially Melissa and Sue, and we will miss “Little Moo”.

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

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Cameron Lyall Blakeney, C2HT (Ret’d)

Blakeney, Cameron Lyall, C2HT (Ret’d) – Of Musquodoboit Harbour. Cameron's family is devastated to announce the passing of their husband, father, and grandfather on May 1, 2018.

Left behind to miss him daily are his wife of 51 years, Ellen (Turner) Blakeney; son, Ross Frederick Blakeney (Shauna Morash); daughter, Rebecca Ray Blakeney (Erik Allas); grandson, Jayden Lucas Blakeney; and special niece, Debi Noye.

Cremation has taken place with private committal at a later date. Memorial gifts to honour Cameron, made to Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital or West Jeddore Baptist Cemetery Fund, would be greatly appreciated.

Our thanks to the staff of Twin Oaks, who greatly eased this last difficult week for Cameron and for us. We are blessed to have these folks in our community.

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

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Gerald Douglas Greening

Greening, Gerald Douglas – Age 63, of Upper Musquodoboit. Born in Port Blandford, N.L., Gerald passed away May 1, 2018, surrounded by his loved ones in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, after a short but courageous battle with colon cancer.

Gerald is survived by his loving partner, Linda Combden; daughter, Marsha Thibert (Randy); brother, Jack; sisters, Linda (Bill) Bradshaw, Nellie (Jim) Abbott, and other immediate and extended family. Gerald was predeceased by his parents; brother, Len; sister, Shirley.

Gerald had a love for the outdoors and spent the majority of his working years at the Halifax Dockyard aboard the Listerville. He could always be found tinkering at one project or another, unearthing new dirt with his tractor or working away at next season’s wood. Gerald was always there to help a friend or lend a hand when needed.

Cremation has taken place. A funeral service will be held Friday, May 4, at 2 p.m. in Sharon Presbyterian Church, Dean, with Mary Jo Harrison officiating.  Family burial will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.

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

“A life that touches others goes on forever.”

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Ronald Edward Lawrence

Lawrence, Ronald Edward – Age 81 of Upper Musquodoboit, passed away April 29, 2018, in Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital, Middle Musquodoboit. Ron was born in Halifax, a son of the late Russell and Marion (Christian) Lawrence.

Ron is survived by his wife, Barbara (Donaldson); his daughter, Karen Lawrence of Vancouver, B.C.; and son, Christopher and wife, Alicia Erskine, of Middle Musquodoboit; granddaughters, Karen Dolan of Halifax; Sarah Doucette of Nanaimo, B.C.; great-grandchildren, Liam and Felicia Dolan, and Romi Wright; brother, James, Bedford; sister, Lorraine Merchant, Halifax; many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Ron was predeceased by brothers, George, Thomson and Russell; sisters, Helen Mullen, Madeline Stokes, Catherine Gertz and Dorothy Lawrence.

Cremation has taken place. At Ron’s request, there will be no visitation or service. A private burial will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Musquodoboit Valley Health Foundation – Hospital, Canadian Cancer Society, or a charity of choice.

The family would like to thank all of those who cared for Ron over the past three weeks.

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

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Ralph Clifford Arnold

Arnold, Ralph Clifford – Age 80, East Jeddore. It is with saddened hearts we announce the passing of Ralph Clifford Arnold on April 29, 2018, surrounded by his loving family in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late Burton and Mary (Peckham) Arnold.

Ralph was a hard-working man all of his life. He worked from a very young age at Baker’s Fisheries, Burns Fisheries, Woodlawn Lumber & Fence, Maritime Fence, Gillis and Company, Arnold’s Repairs & Renovations, retiring in 2011 from MacDonald Fencing. He also did odd jobs for people and helped out with anything he could. He was a member of the Pentecostal Church since 1972, and attended Camp Evangeline faithfully. Ralph volunteered his time in all church projects, as well as Neighbourhood Watch. He was known as the candy man at church, giving peppermints to the young and old.

Surviving are his daughter, Madeline (Mark) Drysdale; sons, Robert (Darlene), Garnet (Suzette); grandchildren, Loretta (Robbie) Messervey, Robert Jr. (Sarah), Brian (Alissa), Jeremy, Samantha (Joe) and Alex Drysdale; great-grandson, Bentley and little girls, Summer, Lily and Rosie; brothers, George (Betty), William (Donna); sisters, Doris, Betty and Alice; sister-in-law, Linda Arnold; brother-in-law, Robert Workman; many nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Pauline Joyce (Jollimore) Arnold; brothers, Burton “Reg”, Russell; sisters, Mabel, Marion; five brothers-in-law; one sister-in-law.

Visitation will be Wednesday, May 2, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., and funeral service will be Thursday at 2 p.m., all in Marine Drive Pentecostal Church, Pastor Scott Anderson and Pastor Aubrey Deslatte officiating. Burial will be in East Jeddore Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Marine Drive Pentecostal Church, Camp Evangeline, or Canadian Cancer Society.

Special thanks to the nurses of 4 East in Dartmouth General Hospital.

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

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Velma Sophia Venner

Venner, Velma Sophia – Age 79, Truro and formerly of Elderbank, passed away April 22, 2018 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Truro, she was a daughter of the late Walter “Wally” and Dorcas (Dean) Suttis.

While her children were young she was a stay-at-home mom raising her family. Once her family was grown, she started working with the Department of Natural Resources, a career she had for 33 years, most of that spent at Dollar Lake Park. Upon retiring, she was an avid crafter, working at many handiwork items such as quilting, knitting and sewing. She spent many hours each fall making jelly and preserves.

She was predeceased by husband, James; son, Clayton James. Surviving are daughters, Tanya Lynn (Tim) Hirtle; Linda (Bill McClellan); Shirley-Gail; daughter-in-law, Susan; grandchildren, Shannon, Derek, Laurie, Lacey, Nicole, Jamie, Colton, Anthony; five great-grandchildren; sisters, Peggy (Fred) Rutherford, Joan Southern, Linda (John) Geddes; brother, Dean. She was also predeceased by sisters, Helen, Phyllis, Shirley; brother, George.

Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held Saturday, April 28 at 4 p.m. in Elderbank Cemetery, with Rev. Dr. Linda Yates officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Elderbank Cemetery Commission or Colchester Hospice Society.

Thank you to the staff in the Palliative Care Unit for the wonderful care given to Mom and her family while she was there.

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

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Murray George Pickles

Pickles, Murray George – Age 83, Gaetz Brook. It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a caring husband, father, Poppie, and “Uncle Mo” on April 22, 2018, with loved ones by his side. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late James and Lorna (Jennings) Pickles.

Murray worked for over 30 years with a number of moving companies. While he enjoyed this line of work, his real passion was being in the woods. A true outdoorsman, he could often be found in a deer stand looking for a buck, setting rabbit snares, or sitting on Quaver Lake catching fish. He greatly enjoyed watching curling on TV and was a devoted Blue Jays fan. He could be heard cheering from spring training all the way to the end of the season.

Surviving are his wife, Louise (Lawlor); daughter, Ada (Darren); son, Daniel; loving grandchildren, Rachel, Evan and Danielle; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his siblings, Stanley, Ada and Harry.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 28 from 2-4 p.m. in the Chezzetcook District Lions Club. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Diabetes Canada.

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Gary David Lynds

Lynds, Gary David – Harmony. It is with great sadness that the family of Gary Lynds, age 59 of Lower Harmony Road, announces his sudden passing on Saturday, April 21, 2018, in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Truro, he was a son of the late Filmore and Joan (Frizzell) Lynds.

Gary leaves behind his loving wife of 32 years, Pamela (Delaney); daughters, Janetta Boomer (Carlos), Ottawa; Natasha (Chris) Stokdijk, Beaver Brook; Melissa Porter, Bible Hill; son, Christopher, British Columbia; grandchildren, Kalysta, Jennica, Jocelyn, Kayden, Joshua, Rowan, Micah, Bradley, Stephen and Ryatt; sister, Shelly Lynds, Truro; brother, James “Jim”, Lower Harmony; many nieces and nephews whom he loved as his own. Gary was predeceased by his brother, Kevin “Jody”.

Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held Friday, April 27 at 2 p.m. in Onslow Island Cemetery, Onslow, with Pastor Ken Fillmore officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

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

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