Curtis Victor Crawford

Crawford, Curtis Victor – Age 62 of Truro. It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Curtis on September 19, 2019 in Colchester East Hants Health Center, Truro.

Curtis is survived by his long-time partner, Sally Anne Allen; daughter, Brittany (Kerby Wallace); son, Jeremy (Aimee); grandchildren, Ashlyn and Hayden; as well as uncles, Roy and Ernie; aunt, Edna. Curtis will also be missed dearly by Sally Anne's children and grandchildren.

A long-time employee of Harris Home Hardware, Curtis was an avid hockey fan, never really missing a game especially if his beloved Boston Bruins were playing.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. A celebration of life will be held in the family home on Saturday, September 28, from 2-4 p.m.

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Darryl Roderick "Roddy" Prest

Prest, Darryl Roderick “Roddy” – 70 of Upper Stewiacke, passed away in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, on Sunday, September 15, 2019, with his wife, Julia by his side. Born in Truro, he was the son of the late Audrey (Dean) Prest-Holman and Homer Prest of Upper Stewiacke.

Before retiring in 2008, Rod had been employed for 26 years with Nova Scotia Power Corporation, as a heavy duty mechanic. Prior to this he was the heavy duty mechanic foreman at the Gays River Lead and Zinc Mine. Rod always had a passion for collecting antique cars and trucks, which included a 2- door Bel-aire hard top, diesel or gas Chevettes, a fire truck, a long-nose highway tractor, and a corvette. Always looking for great deals on Saturns, which were “worthy made cars”. He was most passionate about his Harley- Fat Boy motorcycle, “his de-stressor”! Rod was a diehard Chevy guy and enjoyed modifying the engines on many of his “toys” especially his prized diesel Chevettes. He loved his Corvette and leaves mixed memories to those who failed to outdo his famous quarter-mile strip of rubber that brought many people looking for the house fire from all the smoke. Rod was a very loving, compassionate and generous husband, who extended these attributes to many friends, family and those in the community.

He will be deeply missed by his wife, Julia; stepdaughters, Laura (Alden) Holtan, South Brookfield; Andrea (Tanner) Holtan, Crowes Mills Road; grandchildren, Jackson, Rowan, Violet; brother, Bob (C.J); sister-in-law, Debbie; many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by nephew, Robert; brother, Cecil.

Visitation will be 1:00-1:45 p.m. on Monday September 23 in Upper Stewiacke Fire Hall, followed by service at 2:00 p.m., with Pastor Scott Penner officiating. A private graveside committal will be held in Riverside Cemetery.

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

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Doris "Dorie" Mabel Victoria Andrews

Andrews, Doris Mabel Victoria “Dorie” – Age 87, of Stewiacke passed away peacefully at home on September 18, 2019. Born in Dartmouth, she was the eldest child of the late Cpt. Lester and Vera (Coombs) Hickey.

Surviving are daughter, Janice (Donald) Landry, stepchildren, Marty (late Sheila) Andrews, Susan (Doug) Watson, Vanda (Gary) McCulloch, Sheila (Jerry) Turple, Marjorie (Vince) Smith; fifteen grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren; brother, Tom (Joanne) Hickey; sister, Linda Capstick. She was predeceased by sister, Lizelle; first husband, Gordon “Bud” Wright (1966); second husband, Doug Andrews (2004).

Cremation has taken place. A private graveside service will be held in Pine Grove Cemetery, Stewiacke East. Memorial donations may be made to a local SPCA or Soul’s Harbour Rescue Mission. Special thanks to the wonderful caregivers for the compassionate care our mother received. Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.

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Jean Marie DeWolfe

DeWolfe, Jean Marie – Age 76, of Upper Nine Mile River, passed away September 16, 2019, in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Fredericton, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Helen (Sharp) Wetmore.

Jean bred and exhibited American Cocker Spaniels for nearly 60 years. She proudly owned and operated Shady Hill Kennels, one of the oldest and longest continuing American Cocker Spaniel kennels in Canada. She served the community as public health nurse for Nova Scotia Department of Health from 1971-1997.

Surviving are son, Jeremy (Tara); stepson, Clyde (Jennifer); grandchildren, Joseph, Cody, Leah, Parker, Gavin; sister, Annette (Byron); brother, Jack (Marg). She was predeceased by husband, Edward; sister, Mary; brother, Dave.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 28 in West Gore Church of Christ, 1000 Hwy. 2, with Rev. Angus MacDonald officiating. A reception will follow in West Gore Fire Hall. Private family burial will be in West Gore Cemetery. Memorial donations in Jean’s honour may be made to American Spaniel Club Foundation Cataract Research Project: www.asc-f.org

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

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Muriel (Dickie) McCurdy

McCurdy (Dickie), Muriel – of Meaghers Grant, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2019 at the age of 99 in The Birches Nursing Home, Musquodoboit Harbour. Born in Ontario, she was the eldest daughter of Byron and Mary (Brown) Myers.

The family moved to Head of Jeddore when Muriel was a young girl. Muriel graduated from Teachers College in Truro and taught school for a few years. She married her first husband, Ivan Dickie, and moved to Meaghers Grant where she raised her family and was a bookkeeper for the family sawmill business. She also sold World Book for many years. Muriel was very active in her community, volunteering as church organist and Sunday school teacher, and putting her time and efforts toward getting the community hall for Meaghers Grant. Several years after Ivan’s passing, it was wonderful that Muriel and Bill met at square dancing. In 1988, Muriel and Bill were married. She and Bill enjoyed dancing and attending many dances, even into their later years.

Muriel was proud of her family. She is survived by her husband, Bill; sons, Ronald (Wanda), Leonard (Geraldine); daughter, Marina; sister, Bernice (Darrell); grandchildren, John, Heather, Philip, Jeffrey, Janice, David and Kristopher; stepchildren, Irvin (Darlene), Brian (Jeannie), Darrell (Krista), Valerie (Philip), Blaine (Debbie), Cheryl (John); step-grandchildren, Wayne, Paula, Janice, Julie, Daralyn, Andrea, Stephen, Tony, Michelle, Jeremy, Amanda and Alex; as well as several great-grandchildren. Besides Ivan and her parents, Muriel was predeceased by her daughter, Marian; brothers, John and Orland.

The family extends thanks to the staff of The Birches Nursing Home for their compassionate care during her stay there.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Muriel’s life will be held on Friday, September 20 at 2 p.m. in St. James United Church, Meaghers Grant, with student minister Calvin Burt officiating. A reception will follow in the community hall. Family flowers only. Donations in Muriel’s memory may be made to Meaghers Grant Cemetery Fund or a charity of choice.

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

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Thomas Michael Chmiel, Jr.

Chmiel, Thomas Michael, Jr. – Age 76 of Masstown and formerly of Sydney, passed away September 7, 2019 at home. He was a son of Charlotte Chmiel, Truro, and the late Thomas Chmiel, Sr.

Surviving are his wife of 55 years, the former Lois Gallagher; brother, Donnie (Leslie) of Calgary; sons, Michael (Joanne) of Dartmouth, Jim of St. John’s; daughters, Tonya (Kevin) Dort of Masstown, Patty (Darin) Whitney of Merigomish; special aunts, Helen Maclean and Betty Kerr. Dad was gifted with grandchildren, Andrea, Kelsey, Katrina, Stephen, Michael, Gregory, Luke and Jordan; great-grandchildren, Owen, Haley, Ellis, Bentley, Kloie, and Layla; extended grandchildren, Rachelle, Sabrina, Samantha, Chelsey.

He was known as Tommy to his parents, Butch to his family, Hubs to Mom, Dad to his children, Gigi to his grandchildren, Mr. C. to his students, and Tom to his friends.

Dad was a graduate of St. FX and his teaching career brought him to Coxheath, Pugwash, Digby and Canso before retiring at the age of 52 and settling in Masstown. Dad felt alive on the sea and found his greatest pleasures tuna fishing, fly fishing, actually fishing of any kind, which took him as far as Scotland, and his camp. He loved spending time at the trailer in Pictou and his walks around the campground to chat with everyone. He loved meeting new people. Riding his motorbike and attending the Wharf Rat Rally were highlights. Wood working in his shed was his sanctuary. He would make us lazy Susans, patio chairs, and recently he had started making urns. He loved to putter and help with everything.

Dad was very social, spending his days talking with his neighbors, and his nights on the phone. He loved to hear about your day, how you were and truly worried for you, or celebrated with you. In his younger years he skydived, scuba dived, and played hockey. Dad was fortunate to spend many winters in his Florida home with Mom, and loved his Florida friends. During his teaching days his students knew him for his funky ties which he replaced in retirement with his bright Hawaiian shirts. As someone once said, “Tom never met a stranger”. His outgoing and jolly personality was enjoyed by many, and when you became his friend, you were a friend for life.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 21 in Royal Canadian Legion Branch 106, 1252 Masstown Rd., Debert, with long-time family friend Deacon Wilfred Boudreau officiating. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers or donations, in honor of Dad, please do something special with your loved ones or complete an item on your bucket list. Dad lived his life to the fullest and was recently quoted telling a friend that he had completed his bucket list.

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Stephen Douglas “Sully” Sullivan

Sullivan, Stephen Douglas “Sully” – Age 71, of West Chezzetcook. After living for many years with Parkinson’s disease and its many complications, Stephen passed away peacefully on September 3, 2019.

Stephen was predeceased by his parents, Cyril “Cerry” and Ruth (Ritchie) Sullivan; and his brother, Danny. He is survived by his wife, Pam Livingstone; son, Joel (Heather-Jean Matheson), Porters Lake; daughter, Adrienne, Vancouver; sister, Pat (John) Emmett, Bedford; brother, Terry (Tracey), Cole Harbour; sister-in-law, Debbie (Ken Opper), Campbellville, Ont.; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Although poor health limited his activities over the last number of years, this was not always the case. After a year at S.M.U., Stephen decided to travel. He went to Europe, attending the Sorbonne in Paris for a term to improve his French. An avid cyclist, when he returned to Halifax he decided to bicycle from coast to coast, before such a trek was popular. His second cycling journey was from Halifax to Texas, where he stayed for several months, working as a veterinary assistant in Brownsville. Having temporarily resolved his wanderlust, Stephen returned to Halifax and attended N.S.I.T. taking carpentry, a career he pursued until his health dictated otherwise. He could often be seen cycling the city streets with a pair of English Setters trotting along with him. He was very artistic, preferring to draw but also dabbling in painting. Wood carving was another talent. Stephen and Pam lived in Edmonton and Lac La Biche, Alta., and Victoria, B.C., before returning to Nova Scotia and settling in West Chezzetcook, where he spent many hours cruising Porters Lake in his old wooden boat.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. There will be a celebration of Stephen’s life from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Friday, September 20th in Ste. Therese Community Centre, Conrod Rd., Grand Desert. Family burial will be held at a later date.

Thank you to the staff of Admiral Long Term Care Centre for taking good care of Stephen on this part of his journey. A special thank you to Pat for always being there, and being so attentive to Stephen throughout his lengthy illness. For those who wish, donations in Stephen’s memory may be made to Parkinson Canada.

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Mavis (Ferguson) McConnell

McConnell, Mavis (Ferguson) – Age 96, of Bible Hill. It is with broken hearts and profound sadness that  we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, in Colchester East Hants Health Centre on September 1, 2019. Born in Montreal, she was a daughter of the late James and Agnes (Pattison) Ferguson, and was the last member of her immediate family.

She is survived by Bill, her loving husband of almost 72 years; children, Gail (Ross), Jim (Suzanne), Laurie; grandchildren, Heather and Katherine.

She will always be remembered for her beautiful smile, infectious laughter, and sense of humour.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of both the Stroke and Palliative Care units for their outstanding professionalism and compassion.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. In keeping with Mavis’ wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Colchester East Hants Hospice Society, The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, or Hope for Wildlife.

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“And when the great call comes, I’ll walk beside you to the land of dreams.”

Anna Beulah Jenner

Jenner, Anna Beulah – Age 96, of Middle Musquodoboit, passed away August 30, 2019. Born in Waldo, B.C., she was the youngest daughter and eighth child of George and Ida McParlon.

Anna joined the WRNS during the Second World War and served in Halifax. In later years she was an active member of the Canadian Red Cross as well as Birthright, through which she and her husband, Steve, welcomed many young women and children into their home and family.

Anna is survived by her son, Lynn Jenson; daughters-in-law, Helen Jenson, Annalee McQuaker and Jean Crosby; grandchildren, Bridget, Luke (Brittany), Jesse Lee (Jason) and Molly; great-grandchildren, Isabelle, Isaac and Declan. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Stephen; son, Thomas; grandsons, Ben and Sam; eight siblings.

Anna’s family wishes to thank all the staff at Braeside for their wonderful care and kindness during her last years.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. A celebration of Anna’s life will be held at a later date for family and friends. Donations in her memory may be made to Musquodoboit Valley Health Foundation or Birthright Pregnancy Service.

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Stephen Boyd Fowler

Fowler, Stephen Boyd (Sgt. Ret’d) – Age 70, of Stewiacke, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2019, in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, with family by his side. Born in Truro, he was a son of the late Stephen “Bob” and Dorothy (Elliott) Fowler.

Steve was a proud gunner who had served 27 years with the Canadian Armed Forces. He was a passionate outdoorsman who enjoyed four-wheeling and sharing his love of nature with family and friends.

A dedicated and proud family man, he will always be loved and missed by wife, Muriel; sons, David (Nicole), Stephen (Theresa), Scott (Hyla); grandchildren, Sarahann, Henry, Finley, Rory, Charlie, Olivia, Maverick; siblings, Dawn, Penny (Ronnie), Paul (Audrey); several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brother-in-law, George.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, from 2-4 p.m. in Royal Canadian Legion Branch 70, Stewiacke.

Memorial donations may be made to Colchester East Hants Health Centre – Palliative Care or Canadian Cancer Society.

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

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Roger George Crawford

Crawford, Roger George – Age 64, Dartmouth, passed away August 27, 2019 at home. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late George and Janet (Meisner) Crawford.

Roger had been employed for 42 years as a heavy equipment mechanic with Department of Transportation, Miller Lake.

Surviving are his sister, Georgina, Ontario; brothers, Terry, Ontario; Lloyd (Jean), Head Chezzetcook; Weldon (Bernadette), brother-in-law, Keith Redmond, sister-in-law, Marion Crawford, all of East Chezzetcook. He was predeceased by his wife, Anna; brothers, Clyde, Donald; sisters, Joan, Diann.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. No visitation or funeral service by request. A family graveside committal service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society.

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Glenn David Crooks

Crooks, Glenn David – Age 61, of Porters Lake, passed away suddenly on August 17, 2019, at home. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late John and Lottie (Barker) Crooks.

Glenn enjoyed fishing, his work as a baker at Sobey’s, and as a cook at McKay’s Restaurant.

He leaves behind his sister, Maxine; nephew, Jon; stepdaughters, Casey and Ember; uncle, Roy Barker; numerous cousins.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.

A Celebration of Life will be held on September 16, from 2-6 p.m., in McKay’s Restaurant, Porters Lake. Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society.

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Earl Francis Blades

Blades, Earl Francis – Age 76, Cooks Brook, passed away August 24th, 2019, in Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital, Middle Musquodoboit. He is fondly remembered by his children, Ryan, Erin, and Nathan (Brent) all of Dartmouth. Born in Chaswood, he was a son of the late Roy and Alice (McCurdy) Blades.

Earl worked at the NSAC in Bible Hill for 26 years as grounds superintendent before his retirement in 1994, and was an avid coin collector, antique car enthusiast, former beekeeper, and hobby farmer.

Surviving are his sisters, Ruth, Patricia Rodenhiser, Kathryn Barbour, and Norma Higgins; brothers, Alvin, Carl, Walter, Wendell, Keith, and David. He was predeceased by sisters, Ruby Parker and Irene Russell-Baker; brothers, Ralph, Bernard, and one in infancy.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. A private burial will be held in Gays River Cemetery at a later date.

The family would like to thank the staff at MVMH. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, or a charity of choice.

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Loren G. Stewart

Stewart, Loren G. – Age 82 of Elmsvale, passed away August 20, 2019 in Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, Musquodoboit Harbour, with family by his side. Born in Upper Musquodoboit, he was a son of the late Elmer and Leona (Miller) Stewart.

Loren loved spending time travelling, be it a family trip to Cuba or Hawaii, or a company trip even further abroad. He worked for Bolands IGA for 35 years and many people from the Valley caught a ride to town with him, knowing he was headed that way every weekday. Loren rarely missed a day of work. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, enjoyed deer hunting, and trips to Newfoundland and Cape Breton for moose hunting. He enjoyed fishing in the Musquodoboit River, the lakes and rivers of Newfoundland and Labrador, and salmon fishing off the shores of British Columbia. For many years he was a key member in the Upper Musquodoboit Volunteer Fire Department, and a member of the Musquodoboit Valley Ground Search and Rescue. As well, Loren and Lynda were foster parents of a number of children over the years. In his later years, he looked forward to sapping season and making maple syrup from the trees in the back yard. He patiently waited for ball season to start to watch the Blue Jays, win or lose.

Loren will be greatly missed by his children, Darryl, Airilea, Trevor and Greg; grandchildren, Dylan, Darcy and Jayson; brothers, Currie, Bruce, Calvin, Boyde, Eric; sisters, Norma, Mona and Karen. He was predeceased by his wife, Lynda; brothers, Ivan and Bryan; sister, Erma.

Cremation has taken place. A family graveside service will held in Hillcrest Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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

Elizabeth M. “Betty” Scott

Scott, Elizabeth M. “Betty” – Age 86 of Middle Musquodoboit, passed away August 14, 2019 in Braeside Home for Special Care. Born in Springfield, Annapolis Co., she was a daughter of the late James and Amy (Sproule) Saunders.

Betty had been a member of Brookvale Ladies Aid, Middle Musquodoboit Enterprisers and Musquodoboit Valley Hospital Auxiliary. She loved farm life, particularly the animals that she was around.

Surviving are brother, Karl (Eileen); sister-in-law, Ruth Ryan; brother-in-law, Bill (Betty Lou) Scott; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by husband, Lorne; brothers, Eugene and William in infancy; sister-in-law, Carol Saunders.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Hillside Cemetery, Middle Musquodoboit, with student minister Calvin Burt officiating. No flowers by request. Memorial donations may be made to Middleton United Church general fund.

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

Special thanks to the staff of Braeside for the wonderful care that Betty received.

William Humphrey “Bill” Erith

Erith, William Humphrey “Bill” – Age 75 of Elderbank. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Humphrey “Bill” Erith in the evening of July 12, 2019.  Bill passed away peacefully in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Bill was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland. He immigrated to Canada with his family at a young age.

Bill is survived by his sister, Lorna Drage, U.K.; his daughter, Holly Jane Erith (Keith Ellwood); his son, William Anthony (Ami Faughnan), Dartmouth; and his grandchildren, James and Alex.

He spent 38 years working for Air Canada, and completed his career as Manager of Technical Services, Dorval, Que. He retired to Nova Scotia to be close to his family. There will be a Celebration of Life in the fall in Nova Scotia. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill's memory to a charity of your choice.

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George “Henry” Decker

Decker, George “Henry” – Age 94 of Upper Musquodoboit, died August 14, 2019 in Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, Musquodoboit Harbour. Born in Jordan Ferry, Shelburne Co., he was a son of the late Harold and Hilda (Bower) Decker.

At 15, Henry started working in the lumbering industry with water and steam-powered mills. He worked full-time in that industry until he was 88.

He enlisted at age 18 and served in the Second World War in Belgium, Germany and Holland in the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry, the Cape Breton Highlanders and the North Nova Scotia Highlanders. He was in the Army of Occupation as part of the Regimental Police.

In the early years of marriage, Henry served as secretary/treasurer of Upper Musquodoboit Community Association for 12 consecutive years, belonged to Elm Masonic Lodge #115 and the United Empire Loyalist Association, sang in the church choir, and taught Sunday school.

He was a charter member of Royal Canadian Legion Valley Branch 147, holding most senior positions from president to Sergeant-at-Arms. He was still serving as Sergeant-at-Arms at age 94.

For many years, Henry went to the local elementary school and several high schools in November to speak to students and show them his uniform and military memorabilia. He also presented Legion bursaries to graduates of MRHS.

He belonged to the Icelandic Memorial Society of Nova Scotia, the Maritime Antique Tool Collectors’ Association, and displayed tool collections at the Rally in the Musquodoboit Valley.

Henry had a phenomenal memory, rarely forgetting a person or event, and was known as a great storyteller. At age 90, he published his first book, “From Whence I Came”. One whole chapter had to be devoted just to funny stories about what he had experienced or heard over the years. This was followed at age 91 by “Stories of Yesteryear”. At 93, he contributed to “Heritage Lost” and at 94 was in the final stages of “Trains, Tales, and Trivia”.

Henry had a great influence on his family and those who knew him, and will be dearly missed by all.

Henry was predeceased by wife, Marcheta (Prest); daughter, Heather; brothers, Cecil (first wife Helen); Ernie (June); sister, Mildred (George) DeWolfe; son-in-law, Donald Peterson. He is survived by daughter, Sandra (Brian) Densmore, Upper Musquodoboit; sons, Bryan (Terry Urquhart), Middle Musquodoboit, and Brett (Cheryl), Chaswood; grandchildren, Terry Decker (Sheryl Lindsay), Michael (Tanya) Peterson, Kevin Decker, Beth (David) Pothier, Boyd (Leah) Densmore, Tricia Decker (Andrew Sneddon), Chelsea (Justin) Henley; ten great-grandchildren; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Eleanor Decker.

Scent free, please, for visitation and funeral. Visitation will be Tuesday from 6-9 p.m., and funeral with Legion Service will be Wednesday at 2 p.m., all in St. James United Church, Upper Musquodoboit, with student minister Calvin Burt officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in Henry’s memory would be gratefully accepted for the “Henry Decker Memorial Bursary”, c/o RCL Valley Branch 147, Upper Musquodoboit, NS B0N 2M0, St. James United Church, or a charity of your choice.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.

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Susan Isabell Watson

Watson, Susan Isabell – Age 69, of Upper Musquodoboit, passed away August 12, 2019, in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Middle Musquodoboit, she was a daughter of the late Leland and Freda Watson.

Susan enjoyed writing poetry, was a nature lover, and spoiled every child she ever met.

Surviving are her daughters, Robyn (Mark), Patrisha (Eric); companion and best friend, Robert Leslie; brothers, Gary, Leonard, Stanley, Ross, Aubrey (Wanda), John, Larry (Brenda), Phillip (Jane); sisters, Lelia (Aiden), Dianne (Gordie), Valarie, Kathy (Robert); two grandsons; several nieces and nephews.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be Saturday at 2 p.m. in St. James United Church, Upper Musquodoboit, with student minister Calvin Burt officiating. Interment will be at a later date in Hillcrest Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Diabetes Canada, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Arthritis Society, Nova Scotia Division.

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

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Hurson Oland Maskell

Maskell, Hurson Oland – Age 86, passed away August 3, 2019 in Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, Musquodoboit Harbour, following a brief illness. Born in Head of Jeddore, he was a son of the late Roland and Marjorie (Dooks) Maskell.

Hurson worked in construction for over 40 years until he retired in 1995. He was an active member in the church for many years, and enjoyed gardening, playing horseshoes, and time spent at the trailer in the Annapolis Valley.

Surviving are his wife of 58 years, Pansy (Blakeney); brothers, Robert, Arthur; brother-in-law, Walter (Marjorie) Blakeney; sisters-in-law, Laura Blakeney, Jean (Horst) Wiesner; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, William “Bill”, Keith, Donald; sisters, Annie Hiltz, Marguerite O’Neil, Deanna White, Pearl Roy; brother-in-law, David Blakeney.

Visitation will be Wednesday, 7–9 p.m., and funeral service will be Thursday at 2 p.m., both in Marine Drive Pentecostal Church, Head of Jeddore, with Pastors Wayne and Tanya Dooks officiating. Donations may be made to Marine Drive Pentecostal Church or West Jeddore Cemetery.

Special thanks to the staff of Dartmouth General Hospital and Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital.

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

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Roderick Stewart Dykeman

Dykeman, Roderick Stewart – Age 63, Dean, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2019 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, surrounded by his family and friends through the last hours.

Born in Truro, he was the eldest son of Victoria (Fleming) Dykeman and the late Lawrence “Lonnie” Dykeman.

Rod was well-known for his passion, a trait evident to how he lived, loved, and especially how he approached his chosen profession - trucking. Whether polishing wheels, hauling “one more load” on a Saturday or attending a truck show, his smile never failed to convey love. Some of Grumpy’s fondest memories were taking his grandchildren on short “Papa and his girls” trips; of his Alberta trip with Linda and dog Trixie; and of various trips with his father or son.

Rod is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Linda (Hamilton); son, Rod (Sherri); daughter, Amanda (Sebastien); granddaughters, Annika, Jensen, Rhaina; brothers, Curtis (Wilma), Lonnie Jr. (Cel), Tom (Bonnie); sisters, Violet (Tim), Veldena, Victoria and Donna; numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Thursday 7-9 p.m. and funeral service Friday at 2 p.m., both in Sharon Presbyterian Church, Dean, student minister Calvin Burt officiating. Burial will take place at a later date in Dean Cemetery. No flowers by request. Memorial donations to Musquodoboit Valley Health Foundation - Palliative Care would be appreciated. Many thanks to Dr. Barry Giffin; Lynn Gillis, Palliative Care; emergency staff and E2 at Colchester East Hants Hospital for your wonderful care.

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

“Roll on 18 wheeler, Roll on”

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