Cecil Douglas Boutilier

Boutilier, Cecil Douglas – Age 80, of Lake Charlotte, died peacefully at home on January 4, 2020. Born in Sheet Harbour, he was a son of the late Gertrude (Helpard) and Emmett Boutilier.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Shirley (Orman); son, Timmy (Cindy), Halifax; daughters, Angela DeWolfe, Halifax; and Sandra Fyfe (Jim), Wolfville; granddaughters; Jillian (Greg), Brianna (Nick), Emma, and Selena (who also called him Grampy); grandsons; Charles, Justin, Jason, Alec, Dylan, Clark and Lucas; great-granddaughter; Payton; brother, James (Lorraine); sisters; Diane, Velda (Clyde), and Sedella; brothers and sisters-in-law; many nieces and nephews; and a large extended family. He was predeceased by son, Wayne; brothers; Stanley, Howard, Duncan, John, Michael and Chris; sisters; Ida, Cora, Frances, Margaret, Mary Alice and Rose.

Cecil was a construction worker, and then foreman, for most of his life, until back injuries prevented him from continuing that work. He loved hunting and fishing, and felt at home in the outdoors. He was an avid birdwatcher and pet-lover, who grieved over the recent death of their beloved Yorkie, Benji. Cecil loved playing cards and bingo, and managed to remain cheerful and smiling in spite of many health challenges and advancing vascular dementia. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered.

Cremation has taken place. A funeral will be held in St. John’s Anglican Church, Oyster Pond, on Saturday, January 11th at 11 a.m., with Rev Andrew Mortimer officiating. Reception to follow in the dining room of Webber’s Store. Burial will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Cecil’s memory to the SPCA.

The family would like to express their deepest thanks to Paulette Smith for supporting Shirley in caring for Cecil, as well as Dr. Fargoso, homecare workers, and palliative care nurses from Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, all of whom made it possible for Cecil to remain at home until his death. We will always be grateful for your kindness and compassion in our time of need.

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

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Sylvanus Arthur “Junior” Dooks

Dooks, Sylvanus Arthur “Junior” – Age 82, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2020 in Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, Musquodoboit Harbour, surrounded by family.

Junior had worked at Eaton’s for over 35 years before he retired. He also served as a volunteer firefighter for over 45 years, and was an honorary member of District 10 East Volunteer Fire Department Station 26. He played baseball in his younger years. Junior was an avid hunter and enjoyed telling his hunting stories. He enjoyed family get-togethers, playing cards, watching hockey, baseball, and later on, curling.

Junior is survived by his wife of 63 years, Rosalie; daughters, Darlene (Ron) Myers, Diana (Darrell) Newcombe, Heather (Tony) Mills, and Tanya Mills; along with five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Junior was predeceased by parents, Silvanus and Margaret (Doyle); son, Jason; sisters, Leotha, Maxine; brother, Edmund; son-in-law, Darrell Mills.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. Funeral service will be Saturday, January 11 at 2 p.m. in District 10 Volunteer Fire Department Station 26, 51 Old Trunk Road, Oyster Pond Jeddore, with Rev. Carson Baxter officiating. A reception will follow in the fire hall. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, Musquodoboit Harbour. Junior’s last fire truck ride will be to Independent Pentecostal burial site in Head Jeddore with family and firefighters.

Our thanks to Dr. Tennessen and the staff of Twin Oaks for looking after Junior. Thanks to Northwood Homecare workers for the care given to Junior. Special thanks to the Volunteer Firefighters Station 26 for their support.

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Earl Sanford Meekins

Meekins, Earl S. – Age 86 of Camden. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Earl Sanford Meekins on January 2, 2020, at home. He was predeceased by his wife, Marjorie (Taylor); his sons, David and Frank. He is survived by his son, George (Joyce); his daughters Elizabeth (Roger), Earlene, Susan; his nine grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.

Earl was an employee of the Town of Truro for 43 years

There will be no funeral by Earl’s request. A Celebration of Life will take place in Harmony Camden United Church from 6-9 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15. Family interment will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Camden Cemetery or a charity of your choice.  Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.

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Ruth Ella Blades

Blades, Ruth Ella – Age 88, of Chaswood died on December 31, 2019. Born in Chaswood, she was the daughter of the late Roy S. and Alice (McCurdy) Blades. She worked as a nanny in Halifax for 14 years for Mark and Ann Miller and their daughter Deborah. She then returned to the family home, supporting her parents and brother, Ralph until their passing. Within the Blades family and her community she was a favourite aunt to many, providing loving care to generations and a welcome home for visitors. She enjoyed many happy times in Girl Guides where she made lifelong friends. She knit many sweaters, mittens, gloves and afghans for the family and in later years numerous pairs of mittens for the East Dartmouth Christian Food Bank. She was an avid reader and a lover of country music and CBC television.

She is survived by brothers, Alvin, Middle Musquodoboit; Carl (Kathie), Port Lorne; Walter (Darlene), 150 Mile House, B.C.; Wendell (Phyllis), Chezzetcook; Keith (Nancy), Halifax; David (Alberta), Kamloops, B.C.; sisters, Pat (Weldon) Rodenhiser, Dartmouth; Kathryn (Michael) Barbour, Halifax; Norma (Ralph) Higgins, Dartmouth; numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews; brother-in-law, Bill Parker, Dartmouth. She was predeceased by brothers, Ralph, Bernard, Earl; sisters, Ruby Parker, Irene Baker; brother-in-law, Bill Russell; sisters-in-law, Lorna, Marlene, Doreen, Joan; a brother and nephew in infancy; nephews, Roger Russell, Benjamin Carver; niece, Dawn Lariviere; and very special niece, Heather Blades.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held on Friday, January 10 at 2 p.m. in Middleton United Church, Middle Musquodoboit, with Calvin Burt student minister officiating. A reception will follow downstairs in the church.

A private family burial will be held in Gay’s River Cemetery at a later date. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Musquodoboit Valley Health Foundation-Braeside Nursing Home or Hospital. The family would like to extend thanks to the homecare team and Braeside Nursing Home and Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital for their excellent care of Ruth.

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

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Christena Marie Rose Wilson

Wilson, Christena Marie Rose – Age 63 of Lantz and formerly of Fall River, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2019 in Elk Court, Brookfield, surrounded by family. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Barbara Lorraine (Wilson) Burgess.

Christena lived in various places in Alberta for 36 years and came home to stay in August of 2016.

She will be deeply missed and loved by her twin sister, Bernadette, Lantz; sisters, Theresa, Kathy (Darrell); brother, Joseph, all of Fall River; and nephew, Charles (Carrie), Grand Lake. She is also survived by aunt, Gerry (Graham) Wilson, Annapolis Royal; uncle, Jackie (Bonnie) Wilson, Parksville, Vancouver Island; and numerous cousins. She was predeceased by her stepfather, Ralph Burgess.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Thank you to the staff and nurses on Creamery Lane at Elk Court for their kindness and care during her stay there.

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

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Greenfield (Suffield), Gloria Patricia “Pat”

Greenfield (Suffield), Gloria Patricia “Pat” – Age 93 of Middle Musquodoboit. We are saddened to announce that Pat passed away on December 23, 2019, but thankful that she did so peacefully.

Pat was predeceased by her loving husband, Stanley; her daughter, Eve Lynda Cheryl; and sister, Anita. She is survived by her dear friends, Barb Bell and Sandi MacLachlan of Middle Musquodoboit; and her little Scottie, Clyde.

Born in Streatham, London, England, Pat entered the British Air Force (WAAF) following the Second World War where she reached the rank of Senior NCO, and she also worked as a military police officer. Pat married Stan in London and in 1950, their daughter was born. The family emigrated to Canada circa 1963 and they settled outside Calgary. There Pat worked as an executive secretary, but her love was raising prize-winning Arabian horses and Great Dane dogs on their sizable property.

After moving to Nova Scotia, Pat owned German Shepherd dogs. She was a skilled computer programmer and established a website for canine breeders. Pat had a lovely smile, a feisty, independent nature and an interest in helping others. A devoted volunteer, many will remember Pat as manager of the Musquodoboit Valley Food Bank which she ran for over 20 years. Pat was also a long-serving member of the Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.

We extend sincere thanks to the nursing staff and clerks, Dr. Giffin and Dr. Warren for the wonderful kindness and care provided to Pat during her time at MVMH.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. A Celebration of Life will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Tuesday, January 7, in the Enterprisers’ Hall, 12248 Hwy. 224, Middle Musquodoboit. Donations may be made to the Musquodoboit Valley Food Bank, Musquodoboit Valley Health Foundation – Hospital, SPCA or a local charity of your choice.

“Friendship is the only cement that will ever hold the world together.”

~Woodrow T. Wilson

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Winnifred Hagar Marie Bowers

Bowers, Winnifred Hagar Marie – Age 85 of Stewiacke, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2019 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Kemptville, Yarmouth Co., she was a daughter of the late Conrad and Marie (Hagar) Hamilton.

Surviving are her loving husband of 61 years, Eric; her children, Mitchell Andrew (Darlene), Paradise; Anne Marie (Stephen) MacKeil, Elmsdale; Marlene Rose (Brian) White, Greenfield; Timothy James (Irene), Lower Truro; Eric “Charles” (Leah), Brookfield; daughter-in-law, Anne Keeler, Windsor; 13 grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Blake Fiddler, Quispamsis; Glen Gavel, Yarmouth Co.; sister-in-law, Edith Hamilton, Carleton. She was predeceased by son, Peter Francis; siblings, Shirley Fiddler, Katherine Gavel, Hilda Deal, Roy Charles Hamilton.

Winnie was a long-time nurse, graduating from the Children’s Hospital Class of 1957. She shared her passion for nursing by caring continuously for her community throughout her life. Winnie was a devoted wife and mother, with her life revolving around her home and family. Her grandchildren were her heart; each one prayed for daily. Winnie enjoyed family gatherings which always included music and brought a smile to her face. In her company, you could expect the best hugs and the words, “Nannie loves you”. Winnie attended St. Bridget’s Parish where she was a member of the choir and CWL for many years. Winnie and Eric spent their lives together in love. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

The family would like to thank Dr. Helika Adams for her many years of care and concern for Winnie. We would also like to thank the palliative care doctors and nursing staff of Colchester East Hants Health Centre.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m on Friday, January 3, 2020 in St. Bridget’s Catholic Church, Shubenacadie, Father Dariusz Miskowicz officiating. A reception will follow downstairs in the church.

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

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Alfred Bentley “Al” Cox

Cox, Alfred Bentley “Al” – Passed away on December 22, 2019. He is remembered with love by his children, Corinne (John Dicks), Curtis (Gosia), Robert, Jeffrey and Gregory; his grandsons, Matthew and Gregory Dicks and Jon-Luc MacQuarrie-Cox. He is also survived by his sister, Marie Cooper; and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife of 65 years, Norma; brothers, Robert and Donald.

Al worked for Goodyear, Atmus and Brett Motors, and for himself as Econo Courier. He enjoyed golf and bridge with friends. He was active in the Truro Barbershoppers and served as president of the Truro Music Festival. His favourite place was the summer cottage on the Northumberland Strait which he and Norma built and enjoyed for many years. We will all miss his cheerful and kind presence in our lives. May he rest in peace.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. A memorial will be held on Saturday, January 25 from 2-5 p.m. in Truro Air Force Club, 22 Cottage Street.

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Marjorie Gertrude Martin

Martin, Marjorie Gertrude – Age 75 of Ostrea Lake, passed away on December 17, 2019 in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Clam Harbour, she was a daughter of the late Irvin and Jenny (Power) Baker.

Marjorie was always a hard working woman and in her down time enjoyed going to bingo and playing cards.

Surviving are children, Annie (Steve Redmond), Esther, Robert Gale Jr., Dwayne Gale; special friend, Robert Gale Sr.; granddaughter, Shelly (Josh Moir); great-grandchildren, Christopher and Amelia; brother, Orman Baker; sister, Ruby (Ray) Mosher. She was predeceased by brothers, Gerald and Donald Baker.

Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held May 30, 2020 at 2 p.m. in East Jeddore Cemetery, Pastor Scott Anderson officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation.

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

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Monica Lillian McDonell

McDonell (MacDonald), Monica Lillian – Age 78 of Enfield, passed away peacefully with her family by her side after a courageous battle with cancer.

She is survived by her loving husband, Leo; her six children, John (Lesley), Fredericton; Marnie Desbas (Stanley), New Jersey; Peggy, Dartmouth; Gail Taylor (Chris), Bedford; Becky Chisholm (Ken), Sackville; Sara Hutt (John), Bedford; her beloved grandchildren, Angus, Alex, Ella, Emmelia, Charlie, Mac, Lillian, and Grace; sisters, Lorraine MacDonald and Dorothy Scott. She was predeceased by her parents, Laurence and Emmeline MacDonald; siblings, Sterling, Patricia, Joan, John, Lewis and Gloria. 

Monica was born and raised in Halifax and loved the city. Married for 52 years, she was a devoted wife to Leo and a loving mother and grandmother.  She made weekends special, with trips to the camp, walks in the woods, Sunday drives, visits to the library and camping with her family. She loved music and enjoyed singing and playing with her family. She loved her backyard, taking care of the birds and her rose bushes, reading, and a hot cup of tea.  She was unwavering in her Catholic faith. 

Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Thursday, December 19, with a funeral mass at 11 a.m., Friday, December 20, both in St. Bernard’s Church, Enfield, Father Michael Walsh officiating.  

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, St. Bernard’s CWL, or a library of your choice. 

Our heartfelt gratitude to Dawn Ross, the VON team, and Dr. Fraser and Dr. Montgomerie.

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

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Gordon Leon Kaulback

Kaulback, Gordon Leon – Age 70, passed away on December 13, 2019.

With our deepest regrets we announce the passing of our loving husband, brother, father, stepfather, grandfather and great-grandfather.

Born in Truro and raised in Middle Stewiacke, he was a son of the late Carl & Beatrice Kaulback.

Survived by his wife, Deborah (Alexander); daughter, Katherine (Allen); son, Stephen (Michele); stepdaughter, Dawn Alexander; stepson, Jason Alexander; grandchildren, Cassandra (Phil), Christopher, Brittany, Kota, Austin, Jamielee, Jase, Magregor; great-grandchildren Hailey, Gracelyn, Chase; brother and sisters; several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his first wife, Linda.

Gordie was a hard worker all his life and was employed at Harris Home Centre for 30 plus years.  He built many homes and developed a senior’s community in Bible Hill. Gordie loved being at the beach in Five Houses and fishing and hunting were his passions.

Donations may be made to Colchester East Hants Hospice Society.  A Celebration of Life will be held at Colchester Community Funeral Home, Willow Street, Truro on Saturday, December 21 from 1-3 p.m.  Family burial in the spring.

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Diane Martin

Martin, Diane – Age 73, of Dartmouth, passed away December 13, 2019 in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Maurice and Letitia (Baker) Munroe. Diane was a loving friend, mother and grandmother and her door was always open to anyone.

Surviving are siblings, Teddy, Bobby, Morris (Lillian), Vernie, Audrey, June, Marjorie, Shirley; children, Wendy Crawley, Donna Goldsworthy, Elizabeth Martin, like-a-son-to-her, David DeWolfe; grandchildren, Amanda, Troy, Glenda, Paula, Sarah, Shannon, Rachael, Nicole, Julia, Tiffany; great-grandchildren, Monica, Zackery, Colten, Draiden, Ava, Ivy, Marissa, Hannah, Liberty, Bella; special friends, Debbie, Dolly, Donna. She was predeceased by sister, Caroline; lifelong friend, Leonard Jennings.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.  A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, Dec. 21 from 2-5 p.m. at 60 Farrell Street, Dartmouth.  Memorial donations may be made to The Lung Association of Nova Scotia.

 “Forever in our hearts”

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Michael Gibbons

Gibbons, Michael – Age 85, of Musquodoboit Harbour, passed away December 9, 2019 at home.

Surviving are his loving wife, Barbara (Amer); daughter, Candace (Glen); son, Bryon (Ann); grandchildren, Leland, Carling, Mitchel, Connor and Shea.

No visitation. A memorial service will be held in the new year.

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

Donations may be made to Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, Chezzetcook Lions Club or a charity of choice.

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Ronald Allen Wilson

Wilson, Ronald Allen – Age 84 of Brookside, Colchester County, passed away December 7, 2019 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Truro, he was a son of the late Earl and Freda (Roode) Wilson. 

In his earlier years, Ron had been employed with NS Power, CIL Agromart and was an ice-maker at Truro Curling Club.  He had been involved in numerous sports, hockey, baseball and curling.  In later years he was an avid bridge player and attended seniors dancing five nights a week.  He was best known for being a driver and trainer of standardbred horses, racing predominantly at Truro Raceway but campaigned at various tracks throughout the Maritimes and two winters at Pompano Park in Florida.

Surviving are son, Stephen, Bible Hill; daughter, Donna Wilson (Toby MacDonald), Brookside; grandson, Jesse, St. John’s, NFLD; sisters, Marion Marsh, Gorham, Maine; Ruth Smith, Truro; brothers, Kenneth (Norma), Sydney; David (Eleanor), Bible Hill. He was predeceased by his wife, Lorraine (Newson), brothers-in-law, Steven Marsh, Al Smith.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. A Celebration of Life will be held Monday, December 16, 2019 from 2:30–4:30 in Bible Hill Village Hall.  A graveside service will be held at a later date in Bible Hill Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to a local SPCA or a charity of choice.

Many thanks to the doctors and nursing staff on the Palliative Care Unit and D Wing of Truro Hospital for the wonderful care given to our Dad.

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Jean-Pierre Lacourse

Lacourse, Jean-Pierre – Age 73 of Stewiacke, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2019 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Middleton, he was the son of the late Jean-Marie Lacourse and Regina May (Quinn) Lacourse.

Pierre worked with the Canadian Coast Guard for 26 years. He was a loving husband and enjoyed spending time with his family. He also enjoyed playing cards with his friends and cooking delicious meals and desserts for his family.

Pierre is survived by his loving wife, Margaret; his children, Jon (Taina) MacDonald, Trevor (Faithann) MacDonald, Jocelyn Durham, Marc Lacourse (Heidi), Aimee (Brian) MacAdam; grandchildren, Cameron, Natalie, Brynn, Connor, Jean Luc, Quinn, Elly, Sadie; sibling, Suzanne (Paul) Cameralli; and several nieces and nephews.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. Visitation will be held Sunday, December 1, 2019 from 2-4 p.m. in Ettinger Funeral Home, 2812 Highway 2, Shubenacadie. Donations in Pierre’s memory may be made to the IWK Foundation.

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Brenda Mary Therese (Larkin) Erskine

Erskine (Larkin), Brenda Mary Therese – The family of Brenda Mary Therese (Larkin) Erskine is deeply saddened to announce that she passed away on November 27, 2019 at the age of 84, but grateful that she did so peacefully and surrounded by love.

Brenda was predeceased by her loving husband, Hugh; her brothers-in-law, Willard Erskine, Raymond Atwood, Keith Fancy; and sister-in-law, Dorothy Fancy. She is survived by her children, Sean, and Tara (Brent Culligan); grandchildren, Katherine, Anya, Maeve and Declan; sisters, Patricia Larkin, Ireland; and Sheena Larkin LaBrie, Bedford; brothers, Greg Larkin (Deirdre), Ireland, and Maurice Larkin, Halifax; sisters-in-law, Phyllis Atwood, Jean Erskine, Colleen Larkin; and many nieces and nephews.

Born in Port Rush, in County Derry, Northern Ireland, Brenda grew up in Magherafelt and Belfast. She followed her brother, Maurice to Canada in 1966 and planned to stay for a year, but stayed for over fifty. A registered nurse who loved working in the O.R., Brenda did her training at the Mid-Ulster Hospital in Magherafelt and worked at various hospitals including the South Tyrone Hospital in Omagh; the City Hospital in Belfast; Charing Cross Hospital in London, England; and later the original Halifax Infirmary and the Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital.

Ever kind and patient, Brenda will be remembered for her warm smile, generous nature and interest in others. A passionate community volunteer, Brenda dedicated her time and talents over the years to many organizations, including the Women’s Institute, the Pony Club, as a founder of the Fellowship Club for seniors in Upper Musquodoboit (long before she was a senior), the building of the largest wooden playground in Nova Scotia, the establishment of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, various political campaigns, and many roles with Holy Cross Church. An accomplished pie maker, it was Brenda’s idea to sell pies at the Halifax County Exhibition to raise the funds to build Holy Cross, which became known as “the church that pies built.”

An amateur dramatist, Brenda will be remembered for her leading roles in Arsenic & Old Lace by the Musquodoboit Valley Players and more recently in the Wizard of Oz by the Parkland Players, where she was the Wicked Witch of the West, acting alongside her Corgi, Shane, who played Toto.

Six years ago Brenda moved from Upper Musquodoboit to Halifax to be closer to her family. She loved her time at Parkland at the Gardens where she was an active member of the singing, poetry, and drama groups and a founding member of the cribbage club.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Monday, December 2 in Holy Cross Catholic Church, 11645 Hwy. 224, Middle Musquodoboit, Father Michael Walsh officiating. A reception will follow downstairs in the church. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery, Upper Musquodoboit. An Irish Wake and Celebration of Life will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Monday, December 2 in the Royal Artillery Park Officers’ Mess, 1575 Queen St., Halifax. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of NS or a local charity of your choice.

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

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Lois Margaret Hetherington

Hetherington, Lois Margaret – Age 81 of Dartmouth, passed away November 26, 2019 at home. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Ann (Purcell) Hetherington.

She grew up in the Village of Imperial Oil with her brothers, Frederick “Ted” and Wayne; and sister, Carol. At the age of 16, Lois was stricken with polio and lost the use of her legs. She never let that stop her from enjoying life to the fullest. She worked at the Nova Scotia Hospital for ten years where she made many lifelong friends. She loved to travel, going for drives and spending time with friends and family. Lois was a pillar of strength for anyone who knew her; no matter what life threw her way, she handled it with such strength, grace, dignity and love.

She is survived by brother, Wayne; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brother, Ted; sister, Carol; sisters-in-law, Linda and Donna; niece, Kim.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, 6-8 p.m., in the Dartmouth Senior Centre, 45 Ochterloney St. Memorial donations may be made to Huntington Society of Canada Atlantic Chapter or Dartmouth Senior Centre.

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Harold Graham Pearce

Pearce, Harold Graham – Age 75 of Musquodoboit Harbour, passed away November 22, 2019 at home. Harold was born and raised in the small fishing community of Musgrave Harbour, N.L.

Surviving are wife, Donna (O’Callaghan); daughters, Johanna (Chris) Smith; Julie (Quentin) MacDougall, Jennifer Kormendi; grandchildren, Heidi, Oliver, Jackson and Jake; sisters, Nina Roberts, Verna Clarke; his beloved four-legged companion, Tunder. He was predeceased by father, Ralph Garfield Pearce; mother, Muriel Minnie Way; stepfather, Peter Abbott; brothers, Garland James and Clyde Charles.

Harold moved to Nova Scotia when he was 17 years old and began a life-long career in the construction industry. He was a hard-working mentor and employer to many friends and coworkers of small business ventures, including window and door companies, Newfie’s Grocery and various other endeavours. Harold, a.k.a “MacGyver”, was ingenious and imaginative in his workshop creations. He was a jack-of-all trades, always amazing family and neighbours with a new invention or design. Harold, “The Newfie” was an avid fisherman, hunter, dog lover, boater and general outdoorsman. He lived for many years in Lake Echo, and was an active Lions Club member and community volunteer.

He was married to Donna for nearly 40 years and they did so much together. They loved their innumerous woodworking projects, camping, renovating, gardening, and in later years, grandparenting. They spent the last 20 years in Musquodoboit Harbour. Harold always enjoyed a great story, good joke and feasting (usually on strange meats or fish) in the company of close friends and family. He will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by many.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation.

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

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Gage Robert Harpelle

Harpelle, Gage Robert – Age 82 of Milford Station, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2019 in Glasgow Hall, Dartmouth, with family at his side. Gage was born in Kingston, Ont.

Gage was predeceased by his wife, Priscilla (Locke) of Bell Island, N.L.; and is survived by his sons, Robert (Susan), Paul (Amanda), Joseph and Patrick (Kym).

Gage graduated from Ryerson in Toronto in 1958 and then joined the Royal Canadian Air Force. After serving for 25 years, he worked with West Hants School Board for 15 years. Gage loved listening to music and puttering outdoors at his home in Milford and cottage in Noel. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Gage was an active member of St. Bridget’s Catholic Church in Shubenacadie for 30 years and Milford Volunteer Fire Department for many years.

Cremation has taken place. A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 30 in St. Bridget's Catholic Church. A reception will follow in Campbell Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Bridget's Cemetery Fund.

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

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Edward “Butch” Lorne Peters

Peters, Edward “Butch” Lorne – Age 64 of Dartmouth, passed away November 17, 2019 in the V.G. Site, QEII, Halifax. Born in Halifax, he was a son of Doris (Carroll) Peters and the late Carl Peters.

Besides his mother, he is survived by son, Edward; daughter, Tina; granddaughter, Jossie; brothers, Dave, Keith (Hilda); sisters, Susan, Joyce (Keith); sister-in-law, Marg. He was predeceased by brother, Wayne; brother-in-law, Donnie Martin.

Cremation has taken place. In keeping with Butch’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.

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