Carl Floyd Clark

Clark, Carl Floyd – Salmon River, passed away on October 17th, 2023, at the age of 79. He was a son of George and Thelma Clark. Carl worked several jobs throughout his career, starting in sales at TS Pattillo’s and retiring as the custodian of Jenkin’s Hall at  Nova Scotia Agricultural College. He also worked most of his life at Truro Raceway in various roles, most notably as Associate Judge.

Carl is survived by his wife of 53 years, Jacqueline Clark; daughter, Cheryl; son, John (Lisa); and his greatest gifts, his grandchildren, Jennifer (Scott), Cody (Casey), and Madison (Andrew). Also surviving are his sisters, Marie Weatherbee, Linda (George) Boyce; brothers, Lloyd, Brian (Kathy), Robin; half-brother, Sandy (Cathy); step-sisters, Muriel Shaw, Lois MacKay; step-brother, Frank Johnson.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his granddaughter, Brett-Ashley Clark; brothers, George, Neil, Ronald, Doug, Walter, Gene; step-brother, Jack; step-sister, Pat; step-mother, Gladys.

Carl loved his dogs and cats, spending time at the horse races, the good times he spent with friends at the Legion and watching the Toronto Maple Leafs.

The family would like to send a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Munroe, the nurses, and staff at Colchester East Hants Health Centre who provided extraordinary care to Carl and his family. Also, thank you to the people who helped on that day. We are extremely grateful for all of you.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, from 3–5 p.m. in Truro Horsemen’s Club.

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Benjamin Ward Clattenburg

Clattenburg, Benjamin Ward - On October 16th, 2023 our precious son was taken from us, much too soon. He was our miracle child! Ben grew up in Elmsdale and Fall River and then spent his high school years in Qatar, attending Qatar Canadian School. During the Qatar years he developed many new friendships that endured throughout his life. Also, while in Qatar, Ben got to travel and have some amazing experiences - touring the pyramids of Egypt, snorkeling in the Red Sea, floating effortlessly in the saline waters of the Dead Sea and scaling the 900 stone steps in Petra on a donkey. Ben enjoyed playing hockey but his real passions were martial arts, boxing and going to the gym.  After the Middle East, Ben did heavy equipment operator training in Alberta and then worked various jobs here in his home province for Brinks, Moose River Goldmines and most recently at the Halifax Shipyard for MacKinnon & Olding. During slow times at the Shipyard Ben would often take work with a roofing company. 

Ben is survived by his loving parents, Ward and Crystal; Nanny and Grampy (Liz & Dugal) Prest; aunts, Shauna (Jackie) Higgins, Elaine Clattenburg; and uncles, Wade (Judy) Clattenburg, Jimmy (Ruby) Clattenburg and Colin Josey. Although an only child Ben was showered with love from his many cousins. He was predeceased by Nana and Papa (Tina & Jim) Clattenburg; aunts, Aileen Prest Josey, Siggy Clattenburg; and uncle, Peter Clattenburg.

We are broken beyond words, fighting this pain, knowing that Ben would want us to carry on. A service will be held at 2 pm, Tuesday, October 24th in St. Thomas Church, Mooseland, followed by a reception in Mooseland Community Centre. 

Ben, our sweetheart, you will be dearly remembered and sadly missed by your family and friends! 

In lieu of flowers, cards or gifts please express condolences to our family and honour our beloved Ben with donations to the Freedom Foundation of Nova Scotia.

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Carolyn "Lynn" Margaret Dodsworth

Dodsworth, Carolyn “Lynn” Margaret – With heavy hearts and great sadness, we announce the passing of Lynn Dodsworth at the Colchester East Hants Health Centre on October 12, 2023 after a very short battle with cancer. Lynn was a lifetime resident of Great Village. She was well known in Great Village and surrounding communities for her friendliness, kindness, and sense of humour. She was often the first person to welcome a newcomer to the community, offer a favour, or help someone in need. Never one to miss a party, Lynn was also very fond of a good red wine. She and Mark were strong supporters of the SLTGA Snowmobile Club. Lynn thoroughly enjoyed snowmobiling and all sorts of winter activities, which is likely the reason she was always wishing for snow.

Lynn is survived by her partner, Mark Murphy; her children, Peter and his son, Ronin (Ronin’s Mom Jordanna Griffin); Rebecca (Cole Miller); Daniel (Madison Rushton); Maggie (Evan Keddy); Caitlyn Stoddart (Dave Stoddart); Brennan Murphy; and Cassandra Murphy (Brandon McNutt and daughter Maia). Her children and grandson were the light of her life. Also survived by her mother, Patricia Dodsworth; brother, Vince Chapman; sister, Lisa Gill; as well as many much-loved aunts, uncles and cousins. She had the good fortune during her life to be blessed with amazing friends, the kind to last a lifetime. For sure she will not be forgotten. Lynn is also survived and will be missed by her faithful companion, Kitana (Kat Dog) and her chickens which she truly loved.

Lynn was predeceased by her father, Peter Dodsworth, who she missed dearly until the day she died, as well as her special, Cousin Cathy Evans.

A Celebration of Lynn’s Life will be held Sunday, October 29, 2023, from 1 - 4pm at The Great Village Art and Entertainment Centre, 8729 Nova Scotia Trunk 2, Great Village. Parking at the Great Village Legion (parking lot behind Legion building across the street).

If desired, donations may be made to Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada or to Colchester East Hants Hospice Society.

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LOOK FOR ME IN RAINBOWS

Time for me to go now.  I won’t say goodbye:

Look for me in rainbows, way up in the sky.

In the morning sunrise when all the world is new.

Just look for me and love me

As you know I loved you.

Time for me to go now.  I won’t say goodbye:

Look for me in rainbows, way up in the sky.

In the evening sunset

When all the world is through,

Just look for me and love me

And I’ll be close to you.

It won’t be forever.  The day will come and then

My loving arms will hold you

When we meet again.

Time for us to part now, we won’t say goodbye:

Look for me in rainbows, shining in the sky.

Every waking moment and

All your whole life through

Just look for me and love me

As you know I loved you.

Just wish me to be near you

And I’ll be there with you.

• Author Unknown

Victoria Susan Dykeman

Dykeman, Victoria Susan – On October 11, 2023, Victoria Susan Dykeman joined her loving husband in eternal life.

Victoria was a lover of all things family related.

She will be greatly missed by her children, Lonnie “Butch” (Cel), Curtis (Wilma), Tommy (Bonnie), Violet (Timmy), Veldena, Vicky, Donna; adopted daughter, Vi; daughter-in-law, Linda; as well as her community of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great great-grandchildren, cousins and friends.

She was predeceased by her husband, Lawrence “Lonnie”; son, Rod Sr.; and many brothers and sisters.

Victoria will continue to live on in those that had the great fortune of knowing her.

There will be a graveside service in Hillcrest Cemetery, Upper Musquodoboit, on October 16 at 3:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, please make a charitable donation to your local food bank.

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Kevin Dale O'Brien

O’Brien, Kevin Dale – Age 52, of Truro, passed away at home on October 9, 2023.

Born in Truro, he was a son of Georgena and the late Orley Tupper.

Kevin was an avid sports fan.

Surviving are his brothers, George (Kristi), Alan (Lori); sisters, Donna Dort, Susan d’Entremont; son, Andrew (Samantha) Colborne; grandchildren, Gabriella and Bailey; and several nieces and nephews.

Cremation has taken place.

There will be no service by request.

Donations may be made to a charity of choice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative.

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Joyce M. Hicks

Hicks, Joyce M. – Age 67 of Bible Hill, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2023 in Halifax Infirmary, QEII, with family by her side.

Born in Tyne Valley, Prince Edward Island, she was a daughter of the late Arnold and Doris (Gilroy) Paugh.

Joyce loved to socialize whether it be on the phone or entertaining others. She enjoyed talking to people, singing and playing the guitar. Many knew of her “band-night” gatherings in the rec room in her building. She was always the most caring and giving Mom, grandmother, great-grandmother, sibling and friend to everyone who knew her.

She will always be loved and missed by her lifelong partner, Gary Higgins; son, Gord (Amy); daughter, Sheila (Doug); grandchildren, Brandon (Darla), Kelly, Justin; great-grandchildren, Flynn, Autumn; siblings, David (Helena), Eldon (Laura), Barb, Martha (Lawrence); and many nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by younger brother, Medley; sisters, Carol Ann and Judy Mae, in infancy; and brother-in-law, Vaughn.

Cremation has taken place.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, 2 – 5 p.m., in Colchester Legion, Truro. Burial will follow on Tuesday, at 12 noon in Amherst Cemetery where she will be placed with her Mom as requested.

Memorial donations may be made to Diabetes Canada or a charity of choice.

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Helen Miriam (Leppanen) Ellwood

Ellwood (Leppanen), Helen Miriam – of Dartmouth and Elderbank, died on October 7, 2023 at Ivy Meadows LTC, Beaver Bank. 

Born in McKerrow, Ontario she was a daughter of the late Niilo and Olga (Pitkonen) Leppanen of Garson, Ontario.  

Helen was a registered nurse, being a graduate of Oshawa General Hospital with post graduate studies at St Michael’s Hospital, Toronto. With her husband Geoffrey in the military, the family moved, at one time, six times in ten years in Canada and Germany.  

Helen worked at the Victoria General Hospital until the Nova Scotia government hired British nurses to replace the part-timers and then worked for eleven years at Ocean View Manor, Eastern Passage.

She was active in the community as a charity canvasser, a tole painter, a founding member of Dartmouth Lawn Bowls, a curler (and a mate in an eight-ender team), secretary of the now-folded Atlantic Chapter, Prisoner of War Association (European Theatre) and spent part of each summer at the family camp in Skead in Northern Ontario.  On a trip to Finland, she found her roots.

Helen is survived by her children, Martha Gordon, London, ON; Jim (Mary), Toronto; and Keith (Holly), Elderbank; grandchildren, Sara (Daniel), Kathleen (Josh), Neil, David (Caitlin), James and Alex; great-grandsons, K’adzah, K’itsi, and Beckett; nieces and nephews, cousins in Finland and good friend, Betty Bruhm.  

She was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, Geoffrey (2009); siblings, Martin, Lily and Leo; and son-in-law, David Gordon.

At Helen’s request there will be no funeral. Cremation has taken place and interment of both Geoff and Helen will take place at the Last Post Columbarium, Fairview Lawn Cemetery, Halifax at a future date.  

If you desire, a donation would be appreciated to Breast Cancer Canada of which Helen was a 19 year survivor, Canadian Red Cross or a charity of your choice.

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Joseph "Joe" Edward Daigle

Daigle, Joseph “Joe” Edward – It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Joseph Edward Daigle of Head Chezzetcook on October 6, 2023.

Joe was born in a small, remote mining community, Caribou Mines to Lydia (Pettipas) and Edward Daigle. He grew up in East Chezzetcook and as a young man worked in Newfoundland and Ontario. He was a licensed carpenter and worked with many organizations over the years and was skilled in finish carpentry.

Joe had many interests and hobbies including camping, hunting, baseball, darts, bowling, cards and reading. He enjoyed a good game of cribbage and in later years washer toss with his friends on Fantasy Island. He was an avid sports fan, most especially a devoted Montreal Canadians fan. He had a love of nature and animals.

Over the years, Joe devoted many hours to community volunteering including the Chezzetcook Fire Department, coaching baseball, and the Eastern Shore Ground Search and Rescue.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Cookie (Carole Duggan); children, Joanne, Gerry (Wanda), Carole (Gary); grandchildren, Lisa, Dana (Paul) and Joseph; brother, Diddy (Reginald) (Mel); his beloved companion, Smokey; and many extended family and friends.

He was preceded by his father, Edward; mother, Lydia; sister, Dianne Johnson; and many family and dear friends which he often remembered fondly.

Cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held in St. Genevieve’s Cemetery, East Chezzetcook on Friday, October 20th at 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow in Lion’s Club Community Hall, East Chezzetcook.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Eastern Shore Ground Search and Rescue or any animal charity of your choice.

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Stanley Brian Kempton

Kempton, Stanley Brian – passed away on October 6, 2023. Brian was born in Yarmouth County to Stanley and Kay (Harlow) Kempton. He was the youngest of four siblings, all predeceased; Kendall (Verda), Jordan (Shirley) and Kaye (Gary Weese.)

He had a fun and rambunctious youth. He was nick-named “Turk” by his rugby team, played badminton, obtained his sea plane private pilot licence in 1951, rode and tinkered with his motorcycle and spent hours dutifully polishing his dad’s police uniform boots. He carried on with that kind of detailed maintenance and repair of his homes and gardens the rest of his life. Brian married home-town beauty and smart-as a-whip Sally Pinkney when they were twenty-one and twenty-two. He worked at the bank and they moved several times throughout NS as Dad’s career progressed. They transferred to St. John’s, NF where they had son and daughter, Steven and Tami (Maurizio Braggio). His fond memories of good friends and fishing and camping there never faded. In 1968, Brian moved his family to Pointe Claire in Montreal where he succeeded as International Sales Manager for NCR. He was a great dad, encouraging his children in sports, and school and providing for a beautiful home environment. He also looked mighty fine in his 70’s era sear sucker suit, tie and polished shoes. Sally and Brian helped with coaching and managing sports teams, attended school and church meetings, and shared a wonderful community life with neighbours on Alston Street. He was skip of his curling team before he ruined his knee jumping over a fence while playing hide and seek with us kids. Brian moved his family back to NS in 1979 where he and Sally became award winning real estate agents until Sally’s death in 2012. Their attention to detail, super-human work ethic and sincere empathy for their clients was their key to success. Both he and Sally loved Nature and all its creatures and created heavenly gardens at home for birds, butterflies, deer, bears and other critters. They helped with a stray cat issue by paying to spay and neuter, foster and adopt out hundreds of kittens and cats over their last decade in Lakelands, Hants Co. Rescued Rag doll cat, Oliver, was Brian’s constant companion for twenty years. Brian was a superb cook and his French onion soup and homemade rappie pie was a reason never to miss dinner. A good feed of clams and lobster always made his eyes sparkle. His last years were rife with medical issues but he marched on, seemingly indestructible at times, out of love for his children, and especially his granddaughters whom he adored, Stephanie and Marine Robertson Kempton. Brian was an avid fan of the Montreal Expos, Montreal Canadiens, Maritime curling teams, European soccer (Man U) and was an animated and vocal armchair athlete! He had great stories to tell and loved a good laugh, often at his own expense. Brian went to sleep peacefully Friday morning after battling progressive cancer and heart disease. He will be deeply missed by his children, grandchildren, son-in-law, and remaining family, friends, colleagues and neighbours. There will not be a service, but donations to an animal shelter of your choice or to Bide Awhile shelter in Halifax. in his name would be most appreciated.

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Stanley Leo Baker

Baker, Stanley Leo – We are very sad to announce that the world has lost the one and only Stanley Leo Baker. Stan passed away October 6, 2023, following a courageous battle with pulmonary fibrosis. The love of his life, his daughter, Samantha, was by his side.

Snap was born in 1960. He spent most of his life in East Jeddore (God’s Country), working at Baker’s Point Fisheries. Despite his affliction for sea sickness, Snap had a fascination with the fishing life, and loved a big feed of seafood. He could always be found talking to the plants in his hot house, meticulously maintaining something he may or may not use for the next 10 years, or if it was 6pm - cursing at the news. 

Stan the Man would have given most people the shirt from his back. Always the life of the party, he was never one to turn down a dance. His silly faces, prankster ways, and big heart will be greatly missed.

Papa is survived by his partner, Sadie (yep, his dog); daughter, Sam (John); grandchildren, Alex (Brandon), Kyle, Emma, and his partner in crime, Mila; great-grandchildren, Bella, Eli, and Arlo; loving siblings, Sylvia (Ernie), Wayne (Cindy), and Michael (Donna). Stan was also loved by many other nieces, nephews, and family members, with special mention to his nephew, Josh (Jody), whom he loved like a son. He was predeceased by his parents, Avis and Wray Baker. 

Please join the family for a Celebration of Life on October 15th at 1 p.m. in Musquodoboit Harbour Lions Club, East Petpeswick.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, where Stan received the most excellent care.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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Kenneth Gordon Prosser

Prosser, Kenneth Gordon – passed away on October 6, 2023 at home surrounded by family.  He was 74.

He is survived by Rose, his wife of 54 years; son, Randal and wife, Tracy and their daughters, Amanda and Ashley (Connor); daughter, Brenda and son, Gordon.

Ken grew up in Bedford. As a young man he ventured out west to Alberta where he met and married Rose. Returning to Nova Scotia, he went to work in the oilfield. Some years later he began his career with DND, working at CFB Shearwater and CFB Halifax.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing and driving to look for deer with Randy.  He was a very avid reader and always had to have his e-reader charging. After his retirement he enjoyed many happy days at the camp he and Gordie built in Mount Uniacke.

He liked to tease and have a laugh and he could break down a lobster before you could get the claws off of yours. He'll be remembered as a good son, husband and Dad.  He will be greatly missed by all including his loyal little dog, Benji, who hardly left Ken’s side through his illness.

Thank you to Dr. Donald Rowe and the chemo clinic nurses at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, for their excellent care. Thank you to Dawn Ross Palliative Care Nurse, Dr. Cortney Smith and the VON nurses for their compassionate support and aid, who made Ken’s care at home possible.

Cremation has taken place. At Ken’s request there will be no visitation or funeral services. His ashes will be scattered privately.

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Jim MacNaughton

MacNaughton, Jim –It is with heavy hearts that the family of Jim MacNaughton announce his passing at age 65 after a brief battle with cancer. Jim, from Hilden, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 6, 2023 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, with his beloved family by his side.

Jim is survived by his loving wife, Alanna; two daughters, Lindsay (Evan) and Alison (Kyle); two adored grandchildren, Arya and Elliott; and sister, Anne. Jim is predeceased by his parents Merlin and Alice MacNaughton. 

After graduating from Maritime Forest Ranger School in 1980, Jim spent 39 years working within the Department of Natural Resources. In addition, he spent numerous years working as a volunteer firefighter with the Hilden Fire Brigade. Jim’s selfless personality and strong work ethic made him an invaluable team member and his storytelling ability helped to form many lifelong friendships.    

In his free time, Jim loved spending time with his family, and he could usually be found around a barbecue or smoker, cooking meals for family and friends. He loved taking Arya and Elliott for adventures in the woods, curling up on the couch with his kitties and a good book and taking the dogs for a drive. In his retirement years, Jim loved taking road trips, helping work on vehicles and watching car races.  

Jim will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him. He was a kind man whose love for his family was truly unparalleled. He was a great husband, a wonderful father and, in the words of his granddaughter, the best Papa ever. 

A Celebration of Life will be held in Hilden Fire Hall on Monday October 16th from 4-6 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cobequid Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre or any animal charity of your choice.  

Jim’s family would like to extended a sincere thank you to the palliative care team at Colchester East Hants Health Centre. A special thanks to nurse Janet and Dr. Cortney Smith.

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Bob Steele William Power

Power, Bob Steele William - It is with great sadness that the family of Bob Power announce his sudden and unexpected passing, on the way to his cottage in Lake Charlotte on October 5, 2023.

Bob, age 73, was born to the late Fulton Power and Pearl (Meade) of East Jeddore. He is survived by his daughter, Jessica (Chris Aikens) and son, Jacob, both of whom he loved with all of his heart. He is also survived by his brothers, Tyrone, Ronald (Roseta) and Fulton (Diane) as well as his sisters, Darlene (Edward), Carolyn (Murray), Barbara (Troy), and Angel (Michael). He was predeceased by his sisters, Deborah and Jean. Bob loved his family so much and they loved him. He will be fondly remembered by his numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

Bob was a man of great faith and loved the Lord. He spent many years as a fisherman in East Jeddore; finding peace and tranquility on the water. He also enjoyed helping others with odd jobs and tackling projects, he wouldn’t hesitate to do anything to help anyone. Everyone who met Bob would become his buddy… he was a kind soul, who always saw the good in others. He loved to tease and tell jokes to make his family and friends laugh. We’ll remember him as the guy with a big heart who loved to have a good time…and we’ll miss him in his dancing shoes.

A funeral will take place in Jeddore United Baptist Church, Head Jeddore, on October 12 at 11 a.m. followed by a family committal in East Jeddore Cemetery. The family will meet friends downstairs in the church following the burial,

Donations in Bob’s honour may be made to a charity of choice.

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Barbara Ruth Markovits

Markovits, Barbara Ruth – Barbara Ruth Markovits, of Clam Harbour, died in hospital on October 5, 2023.

Born in Winnipeg, Barbara earned her B.A. at the University of Manitoba in 1967 and her M.Ed. at the University of Toronto in 1984. She lived in Vancouver, Jerusalem, and Toronto before settling with her husband, Henry 'Hank' Burrows, on the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia in 1983. She and her soul mate, Hank, loved classical music in all its glorious variety, ocean tides, meteor showers, and Hank's garden. She was grateful to her early teachers and to her counselling clients for vital life lessons.

In Nova Scotia, she became a sturdy alto in Hank's Musical Friends Community Chorus and found her voice as an outspoken environmentalist with Eastern Shore Forest Watch. Barbara participated in a number of significant environmental initiatives, including Ship Harbour-Long Lake, Otter Ponds Demonstration Forest, halting the gold mine in Moose River, and the creation of Owl’s Head Provincial

Park. Many tributes have arrived in the last weeks thanking Barbara for her leadership and eloquent voice in these matters. She is survived by her beloved nephews, Joel Markovits (Brian Monroe) and Alan

Markovits; and grand-niece Lucia Markovits; dearest and most faithful, Sarah and Tom Burrows; cousin, Judith Hendin; and extended families and friends. Special thanks and love to Siracha Turner-Hawtin for snuggles and coffee, and to her parents, Judy Turner and Terry Hawtin. Barbara was predeceased by her parents, Dr. Samuel and Dr. Molly Markovits; her brother, Ron; and by her beloved, Hank.

Barbara and Hank were fortunate to have had thirty-five years blessed with joy. The family thanks those who supported Barbara with friendship after Hank's death.

Arrangements were made with Arimathea Funeral Cooperative.

Interment was in Clam Harbour Cemetery. At Barbara's request, there was a brief graveside service on October 6, 2023.

If you would like to honour Barbara's memory, she asks that you please reach out to a loved one with whom you have not had contact in a while.

Memorial donations may be made to Eastern Shore Forest Watch, PO Box 135, Musquodoboit Harbour, Nova Scotia, B0J 2L0, or to any environmental, musical, or humane cause.

Free at last!

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Stuart Conway

Conway, Stuart – It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of our dear brother, Stuart (Dunsworth) Conway. Stuart passed away peacefully on October 5, 2023 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro from complications from diabetes.

Stuart was loved by many and leaves behind family and many friends who cared for him deeply.

A long-time resident of East Hants, Stuart was self employed and was well known and sought after for his significant knowledge and experience in his chosen trade as an oil burner installation and service technician and Hydronic specialist. Stuart enjoyed RC cars and was an avid collector.

Stuart is survived by his siblings, Stephanie (Clay) Palmer, Shannon Conway-Aguilar (Jesus), Shane Conway (Faye); niece and nephews, Justin, Candace and Carson.

He was predeceased by both parents, Fred and Marion (Dunsworth) Conway.

As Stu was loved by many, he also cared deeply for his many friends that he chose as family.

Special thanks to the ICU and Palliative staff at Colchester Hospital for the excellent care.

In memory of Stuart please consider donating to the Canadian Diabetes Association.

A Celebration of Life will be held at later date.

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Joan Marie (Healy) Raye

Raye (Healy), Joan Marie – It is with great sadness we announce the sudden and peaceful passing of Joan on October 1, 2023 at 9:35 a.m.
Joan lovingly spent 65 years with her husband, Paul, who will forever miss her smile each morning, and her son, Doug who recently surprised her on her 90th birthday. Her smile was priceless. She will be sadly missed by her loving niece, Donna Burke; and special daughter, Josie Higdon. Joan will also be remembered by her many dear friends, Lloyd & Nita, Fred & Audrey, Terry & Alfreda from the church in East Hants.

She is reunited with her son, Wayne after 35 years of being apart. 

Joan also lived many years in Oakville, ON, and was a cottager around Weslemkoon Lake where she enjoyed many summers. 

We would like to thank all the nurses and staff East Cumberland Lodge. 

A service will be held in Pine Grove Cemetery, East Stewiacke on Saturday, October 7th at 2 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to East Cumberland Lodge or Pine Grove Cemetery.

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John William Tough

Tough, John William – It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the passing of our father, William Tough, age 91 of West Pennant. He passed away after a short illness on September 30, 2023 in the QE11, VG site, Halifax.

Born in West Pennant, Halifax County, he was a son of the late Joseph William and Guida Lillian (Marryatt) Tough. He was married for 64 years to his beloved wife, Joan (Jennex) until her passing in 2021.

William started a long career as a fisherman at the young age of 12 helping to support his family. This dedication lasted 62 years until his well-deserved retirement. For many years he was Captain of the family owned longliners and was a well-known swordfish and lobster fisherman. His long and distinguished career in the fishing industry also included terms on the Fisheries Loan Board where his valued insight supported others in the fishery. He was an accomplished shipwright and designed and built several of his own Cape Island style boats for the inshore fishery. His carpentry skills were exceptional. Time to relax was spent at the camp at Ragged Lake where he and Joan spent many hours on the water trout fishing. Our home and the camp were open and welcoming to family and friends where they enjoyed many hours together in the true Maritime way. William and his best friend, Brenton Gray were known to share lots of storytelling and laughter along with occasionally playing the accordion and harmonica together. William’s greatest pride and joy was his family. We were blessed to have such a caring and generous Dad. William will be remembered by his family as a most honourable and dedicated man who always put himself second and put family first regardless of the circumstances. We loved him dearly and he will be missed. Thank you Dad, Grandad and Great Grandad for all the values you instilled in us and we will carry your spirit forward each day.

William leaves behind his daughters, Cathy (Douglas) Robertson, Judy (Bill) Spears, Mandy (Donny) Hart, Elaine Tough and Sharon (Allie) Hart; grandchildren, Derek (Caroline) Robertson, Alex Robertson, Tracy (Mark) Blanchard, Melissa Spears (Kevin), Mark Spears  (Meaghan), Greg Spears, Kady (Douglas) Myers, Brandon (Maria) Hart, Abby (Justin) MacGillivray, Maggie (Jacob) LeBlanc, Julia (Ryan) Munden; great-grandchildren, Kate, Ava, Connell, Sebastian, Rachel, Theo, Casey, Max, Evie, Jack, Warren, Eloise, Isla and another great-grandchild arriving in December; sisters, Jean, Betty and Colleen (Phil); brothers, Leo (Peggy), George (Shirley), David (Karen), Mike (Irene) and Paul (Marilyn). He leaves behind many special in-laws, nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; wife, Joan; grandson, David Hart; great-granddaughter, Millie Robertson; son-in-law, Derek Delamere; sisters, Mary, Anna and Theresa; brother, Patrick.

A Celebration of Life for both William and Joan will be held on November 12, 2 – 4 p.m., in Ketch Harbour Community Centre. A private family burial will take place in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Ketch Harbour.

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Violet May (Brown) Higgins

 Higgins (Brown), Violet May - It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of our beloved mother on September 28, 2023 at the age of 95. 

Born in Caribou Gold Mines, Mum was the eldest daughter of the late Stanley and Stella (Benedict) Brown.

Mum is survived by her sons, Blake (Marilyn), Fonthill, ON; Bradford (Darlene), Middle Musquodoboit; Peter (Freda), Ottawa, ON; her daughters, Sharon Ruggles, Murchyville; Corinne (Robert) Fraser, Brookvale; Heather (Wayne) Higgins, Dartmouth; Cathy Higgins, Dartmouth; Elizabeth (Richard) Burdon, Dartmouth; brothers, Paul (Eileen) Brown, Dartmouth; Medford (Pamela) Brown, ON; Darrell Brown, Dartmouth; sister, Joyce Hovey, Truro; sisters-in-law, Lucille Logan, Whitby, ON; and Annie Brown, Dartmouth. 

She is also survived by grandsons, Michael Ruggles, Derrick Ruggles, Adam Higgins, Jason Higgins, Clayton Higgins, Frank Higgins, Brenden Higgins, Gregory Higgins, Justin Burdon, Joel Burdon, Stephen Trenaman; her granddaughters, Angela Tuton, Denise VanWychen, Wendy Crocker, Barbara Burris, Tammy Higgins, Amanda Higgins, Jennifer Higgins, Alison Higgins, Stacey Lake, Chelsea Burdon; great-grandchildren, Ryan Ruggles, Jarrett Ruggles, Kyla Crocker, Brooke Brown, Danielle Burris, Brenden Burris, Carmen VanWychen, Isaac VanWychen, Sabrina Tuton, Jacob Higgins, Abby Turnbull, Vincent Higgins, Anna Higgins, Gregory Higgins, Emerson Gilbert, Hailey Wille, Myles MacLeod, Joshua Burdon, Everett Cooke, Ellie Cooke, Sophia Lake, Abby Lake, Violet Higgins, Waylon Higgins; and great-great-grandchildren, Peyton Wallace, and Nathaniel Brown.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Burnham Taylor Higgins; daughter, Deborah Trenaman; sons-in-law, Donald Ruggles, Bruce Trenaman; brothers, Bob, John, David, Russell, Roy; sisters, Irene, Pauline, Hazel; brother-in-law, Jim Hendriks; sister-in-law, Phyllis Brown; niece, Karen Hovey; nephews, Matthew Brown, and Peter Hovey.

As a young woman Mum was a teacher in a one room school, first in Higginsville and then in Murchyville where she met her husband, Burnham. It was here that they chose to live and raise their family.  Over the years Mum took much pleasure in her role as wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Her family meant everything to her and she had a way of making everyone feel special. 

Mum was a member of the Middleton United Church, a Sunday school teacher and a lifetime member of the UCW. Mum had a deep faith and enjoyed weekly Bible studies.  She also volunteered with the Meals to Wheels program.

Mum spent many enjoyable hours tending her flower and vegetable gardens. She was also a keen birdwatcher and especially enjoyed hummingbirds. Her other hobbies were knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting and reading.  She taught many of her grandchildren to knit and was known for knitting sweaters, mittens and socks for her family. She liked to do crosswords, sudoku and jigsaw puzzles and enjoyed playing scrabble and other board games with her family. In the past few years, she began to learn to do puzzles on her iPad and eventually moved to being able to FaceTime with family members. Mum has kept a daily journal of her life for the past 38 years.  

Mum was a great listener, easy to talk with and visiting with her was always enjoyable. Mum will be deeply missed by all of us. 

A special thank-you to the staff at the Colchester East Hants Health Centre; Dr. Barry Giffin and Dr. Karen Day of the Musquodoboit Valley Family Practice, and the Northwood home care staff for their compassionate care. A heartful thank-you to Dr. Iqbal Bata, Cardiologist at QEII Health Sciences Centre for his care, thoughtful attention and support of our Mum for the past year.  

A Celebration of Life will be held in Middleton United Church, Middle Musquodoboit on Saturday, October 14th at 2 p.m. with Rev. Allan Lynk officiating. Cremation has taken place. The burial will be in Pioneer Cemetery following the service and a reception will be held in the church basement.

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Donations in Violet’s memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or The Salvation Army.

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

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Larry Vernon Huey

Huey, Larry Vernon – of Truro and formerly of Sydney, passed away in The Mira, Truro, on Thursday, September 28, 2023. Born in Halifax in 1949, he grew up in Stewiacke, then moved to Sydney, where he became a cook.

He is survived by daughter, Marion; son, Larry, both of Alberta; sisters, Sylvia McDougall, Patricia Ann (Jim Kelly); twin sister, Leona Verta McNutt; brothers, Milburn Frederick and Bill Huey (Susan); and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by parents, Milburn and Marion (Benjamin) Huey; and sister, Linda Langille.

A burial will be held in Pine Grove Cemetery, Stewiacke East.

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Jean Peckford

Peckford, Jean – Jean would like to let everyone know that on September 25, 2023, she joyfully accepted a new assignment that was too good to pass up. This promotion comes with a new home and fantastic benefits, such as reunions with long lost family members, including her mom, Eileen; her dad, Bill; her brother, Jack; her sister-in-law, Ann; and her life-long “partner in crime”, her Aunt Eileen.  A sign-on bonus of seeing old friends and getting to cuddle long-missed puppies is also included. She is looking forward to walking the beaches, tending flower gardens, being without pain, and basking in the light and love of the God she loves so much.  

Jean had a very active life enjoying swimming, cross country skiing, camping, gardening, visiting with friends, and she loved spending time outdoors. She was active with several animal rescue groups, 537 Air Cadet Squadron, Brownies, Guides, and volunteered at several nursing homes over the years. She also cherished the time she spent in her church.

Jean’s greatest love in her life was her family. She lived to make life full of love and fun for her daughters, and later for their many friends who became her “adopted children”. Whether making blanket tents, camping, cooking over a campfire, or holding special event parties, Jean gave her all to those she loved. 

Left to celebrate her life are her husband, Bill Peckford “Boot”; her daughters, Amy Murray and Tiffany Percey; and her much loved family: The Murray Clan - Tony, Shawn, Raymond, Thomas, Emily, Sadie, and Angus; The Percey Clan - Chris, Denison, and Kenna; siblings, Ken Raymond, and Brenda Geange; in-laws, Loraine and Hubert Rowe, Pamela Peckford, Karen and Brian Mills, Joanne and Brian Davidson, Arthur and Lynn Peckford, as well as a great many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Jean’s family will be getting together to remember her life on September 26, 2023 in the Elmsdale Fire Hall from 5 to 8 pm. All are welcome to pop in for a sociable, a snack, and a chat. 

No flowers by request.  Instead, donations may be made to the SPCA or food bank of your choice.

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