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Published: 02/17/93
DOLIMONT, SYLVIA MURIEL
DOLIMONT, Sylvia Muriel - 50, Petit De Grat, Richmond County, died February 6,
1993, at home. Born in Petit De Grat, she was a daughter of the late Gustave and
Margaret (DeCoste) Landry. She was a past president of St. Joseph's CWL and
served on various concensorships; treasurer of Comite Regional (Fane); member of
the credit committee for St. Joseph's Credit Union; Home and School, Petit De
Grat; St. Joseph Church Choir; treasurer of Petit De Grat Acadienne Festival;
St. Joseph Hall Committee; active member of les femmes en marche; taught
religion at Petit De Grat School and was a member of
Canadian Cancer Society Cansurmount. She is survived by her husband, Patrick;
three daughters, Phyllis (Mrs. Lloyd Gilbert), Lower Sackville; Jessica (Mrs.
Lionel Boudreau), Petit De Grat; Sharon (Mrs. Thomas Hearn), Evanston; two sons,
David, Mississauga, Ont.; Shane, at home; three sisters, Carmella (Mrs. Garvey
Clannon), Boudreauville; Mrs. Betty Boucher, Petit De Grat; Vivian Mrs. John
Pelrine), Hamilton, Ont.; two brothers, Anthony, Douglas, both of Mississauga;
two grandchildren. The body is C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat, visiting
2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday. Funeral will be 4
p.m. Thursday in St. Joseph's Church, Petit De Grat, Rev. Allan MacMillan
officiating. Spring burial will be in Star of the Sea Cemetery. Donations may be
made to Canadian Cancer Society or any charity.
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Published: 03/14/95
DONOVAN, CECILIA
DONOVAN, Cecilia - 72, Cameron Estates, formerly of Atlantic Street, Sydney,
died March 12, 1995, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Ingonish,
she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Margaret (Brewer) Doyle. She was
a member of St. Theresa's Parish, Sydney. She retired in 1980 after 18 year with
Sydney City Hospital. Surviving are a daughter Beverly (Mrs. Steve Kennedy),
Sydney; son, Robert (Bobby), Saint John, N.B.; sisters, Mrs. Carolyn Hussey,
Mrs. Eileen MacDougall, Sydney; Mrs. Emily Landry, Dartmouth; Mrs. Sadie Doyle,
Mrs. Violet Dauphinee, Mrs. Faye Graham,
Ingonish; brothers, Roland, Emerson, Ingonish; five grandchildren; four
great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her
husband, Robert; son, James in infancy; sister, Mary Martin; brother, James.
Funeral 10 a.m. today in St. Theresa's Church, Rev. A. MacNeil officiating.
Burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations to Canadian Cancer
Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Arrangements under the
direction of T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel.
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Published: 07/13/95
MARY E. DIGOUT DIES AT 100
DIGOUT, Mary Emma (Grandma) - 100, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, died July 12,
1995, in the villa. Born at River Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late Amos
and Margaret Ann (Burke) Landry. Surviving are daughters, Margaret (Mrs.
Alfred Richard), Germaine Burke-Mombourquette, River Bourgeois; sons, Fred,
Charles, George, River Bourgeois; Ferdinand, Vincent, Marshall, Brantford, Ont.;
Stan, Humboldt, Sask.; sisters, Matilda Boudreau, River Tillard; Millie
Ann Mills, St. Peter's; 40 grandchildren; 66 great-grandchildren. She was
predeceased by her husband, Victor; son, Arthur (Tattoo); sisters, Ida Mae
Bourque, Rachel Sampson; brothers, John, Amos, Alexander, Abraham, Fred.
Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in River Bourgeois Funeral Parlor. Funeral 11
a.m. Friday in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. R. King
officiating. Burial in parish cemetery. Donations to Strait Richmond Hospital,
Evanston, Dr. W.B. Kingston Memorial Clinic or any charity. Arrangements under
the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.
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Published: 02/01/96
DECOSTE, ANNA REGINA
DeCOSTE, Anna Regina - 75, Arichat, Richmond Co., died January 31, 1996, in
Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Arichat, she was a daughter of the
late Alfred and Cecile (Landry) DeWolfe. She was a member of Royal Canadian
Legion branch 150 Arichat Ladies Auxiliary. Surviving are daughter, Shirley
(Mrs. Billy Britten), Arichat; son, Leonard, Arichat; sisters, Mildred (Mrs.
Helaire Boudreau), Halifax; Mrs. Talida Boucher, Arichat; brothers, Albert,
Arichat; Leon, Quebec; four grandchildren; a great-grandchild. She was
predeceased by her husband, Jeffrey; daughter, Mary Emily; sister, Clothilda.
Visitation 12:30-1:30 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral
2 p.m. today in Our Lady of Assumption Church, Arichat, Rev. Hughie D. MacDonald
officiating. Burial in parish cemetery. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or
Strait Richmond Hospital.
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Published: 12/19/94
DALAHUNT, MARY ALICE
DALAHUNT, Mary Alice - 84, Northwood Centre, Halifax, formerly of East
Chezzetcook, Halifax Co., died December 17, 1994, in the centre. Born in
L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late James and Margaret
(Landry) Barron. Surviving are her sister, Sabina (Mrs. Hubert Bonin), Halifax;
brother, Danny, Toronto; a niece and nephew. She was predeceased by her husband,
Frank. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday in Snow's Funeral Home, Windsor
Street, Halifax. Funeral will be 12:15 p.m. Wednesday in St. Mary's Basilica.
Cremation to follow. Spring burial in St. Genevieve's parish cemetery, East
Chezzetcook. Donations to Northwood Centre, ninth floor.
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Published: 12/13/94
DOLIMONT, PATRICK JOHN
DOLIMONT, Patrick John - 58, Petit de Grat, Richmond County, died December 11,
1994, at home. Born in North Sydney, he was a son of the late Richard and Evelyn
(Gaell) Dolimont. He began his sailing career at the age of 14 as a fireman on
steam engines throughout the Great Lakes. He switched to fishing vessels that
had diesel engines and worked his way up to become chief engineer on Canada's
largest deep sea trawlers. He was employed with National Sea until he retired in
1993. He was an associate member of branch 150, Royal Canadian Legion, Arichat.
He is survived by daughters, Phyllis (Mrs. Lloyd Gilbert), Lower Sackville;
Jessica (Mrs. Lionel Boudreau), Petie de Grat; Sharon (Mrs. Tom Hearn),
Evanston; sons, David, Shane, Etobicoke, Ont.; sister, Mrs. Clara Bond, North
Sydney; brothers, Richard, Sydney; Leonard, North Sydney; Michael, Oshawa, Ont.;
four grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Sylvia Landry;
brothers, David, Lloyd; sister, Mary. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today,
1:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesday in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home,
Arichat. Funeral will be 3 p.m. Wednesday in St. Joseph Church, Petit de Grat,
Rev. Allan MacMullin officiating. Burial to follow in Star of the Cemetery,
Petit de Grat. Donations may be made to St. Anne Cemetery DVA building fund.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 11/28/94
Category: News
Page: C16
DIGOUT, ARTHUR V.P.L.S. (TATOO)
DIGOUT, Arthur V.P.L.S. (Tatoo) - 74, River Bourgeois, died November
26, 1994, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born at River Bourgeois, he was
a son of Mary Emma (Landry) Digout and the late Victor D. Digout. He was
a self-employed Nova Scotia land surveyor. He is survived by his wife,
the former Margaret Bourque; sons, Arthur, Toronto; Leon, Halifax; daughters,
Lucy, Jeannette LaPaix, both of Halifax; brothers, Fred, Charlie, George,
all of River Bourgeois; Ferdinand, Vincent, Marshall, all of Brantford,
Ont.; Stan, Humboldt, Sask.; sisters, Margaret Richard, Germaine Mombourquette,
both of River Bourgeois; five grandchildren. Funeral will be 11 a.m. today
in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Bernie MacDonald
officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery. Donations may be made to
Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Alex A.
Morrision Funeral Home, St. Peter's.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 01/07/97
DOMINIX, DELINA
DOMINIX, Delina - 90, Tantallon, formerly of Petit-de-Grat, died January 6,
1997, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Infirmary Site. She was a daughter of the
late Peter and Harriet Ann (LeBlanc) Landry. She was a member of St. Theresa's
Parish for over 40 years, until she resided with her daughter in Tantallon.
Surviving are sons, Peter and wife Ann, Lower Sackville; Walter and wife
Lillian, Tantallon; daughter, Theresa and husband James King, Tantallon; seven
grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren; stepsons, James Dominix, Bay L'Argent,
Nfld.; stepdaughter, Annie Pool, Belleoram, Nfld.;
several step-grandchildren and stepgreat-grandchildren. She was predeceased by
her husband, James Joseph Dominix; two daughters and a son in infancy; sisters,
Juilett, Angnes, Leda; brother, Georgie in infancy; stepson, Steve. Visitation
will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and Wednesday in Cruikshank's Halifax Funeral Home,
2032 Robie St. Funeral will be 9 a.m. Thursday in St. Theresa's Roman Catholic
Church, North Street, Rev. Lloyd O'Neill officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven
Cemetery, Lower Sackville. A reception will follow at the home of Peter and Ann
Dominix, 46 Roger Dr., Lower Sackville. Family flowers
only. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, palliative care at the
Halifax Infirmary or any charity.
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DOMINIX, DELINA
DOMINIX, Delina - 90, Tantallon, formerly of Petit-de-Grat, died January 6,
1997, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Infirmary Site. She was a daughter of the
late Peter and Harriet Ann (LeBlanc) Landry. She was a member of St.
Theresa's Parish for over 40 years, until she resided with her daughter in
Tantallon. Surviving are sons, Peter and wife Ann, Lower Sackville; Walter and
wife Lillian, Tantallon; daughter, Theresa and husband James King, Tantallon;
seven grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren; stepsons, James Dominix, Bay
L'Argent, Nfld.; stepdaughter, Annie Pool, Belleoram, Nfld.; several
step-grandchildren and stepgreat-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her
husband, James Joseph Dominix; two daughters and a son in infancy; sisters,
Juilett, Angnes, Leda; brother, Georgie in infancy; stepson, Steve. Visitation
will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and Wednesday in Cruikshank's Halifax Funeral Home,
2032 Robie St. Funeral will be 9 a.m. Thursday in St. Theresa's Roman Catholic
Church, North Street, Rev. Lloyd O'Neill officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven
Cemetery, Lower Sackville. A reception will follow at the home of Peter and Ann
Dominix, 46 Roger Dr., Lower Sackville. Family flowers only. Donations may be
made to Canadian Cancer Society, palliative care at the Halifax Infirmary or any
charity.
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Published: 12/24/97
DUGAS, SIMON STEPHEN
DUGAS, Simon Stephen - 71, Fairview, died December 23, 1997, in QEII Health
Sciences Centre, VG Site. Born in River Bourgeois, he was a son of the late
Isaah and Annie (Landry) Dugas. He was formerly employed at the Nova Scotia
Hotel, CHNS, The Halifax Herald Limited, the Lord Nelson Hotel and Maritime
Medical. Surviving are his wife, the former Vivian Anna Mary Fougere;
stepdaughter, Janet (Mrs. Larry Colby), Calgary, Alta.; sister, Carrie (Mrs. Roy
Trueman), River Bourgeois. He was predeceased by brother, Wilfred; sister,
Louise Foster. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Friday in J. Albert Walker Funeral Home,
149 Herring Cove Rd., Halifax. Funeral 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Pius X Roman
Catholic Church, Rev. Basil Carew officiating. Spring burial in Fairview
Cemetery.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-StarPublished: 08/09/95
DOUCETTE, Mary Eva - 82, longtime resident of 506 Neville St., Reserve Mines, died August 7, 1995, in Glace Bay Hospital, South Street. Born in Louisdale, she was a daughter of the late John and Madeline (Samson) Marchand. For the
past number of years, she resided at Seaview Manor, South Street, Glace Bay. She was a member of St. Joseph's Church, Reserve Mines. Surviving are sons, Wilfred, Cecil, Reserve Mines; daughters, Shirley (Mrs. Leonard Jeffrey), Louisdale; Lucy (Mrs. Bill Locke), Glace Bay; 15 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; brothers, Eugene, Melrose, Mass.; Tommy, Godfrey,
Louisdale; sister, Jennie Samson, Louisdale. She was predeceased by her husband, John P.; brothers, Charlie, Johnny, Wilfred, Arthur; sisters, Leda Goyetche, Mary Landry. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Curry's Funeral Home Ltd., 140 Main St., Glace Bay. Funeral 11 a.m. Thursday in St. Joseph's Church, Rev. James Oliver officiating. Burial to follow in parish cemetery.
Family flowers only. Donations to St. Joseph's Parish Cemetery fund.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-StarPublished: 04/04/96
DUANN, Francis Lester - 91, Arichat, formerly of Petit de Grat, Richmond Co., died April 2, 1996, in St. Anne Centre Nursing Home, Arichat. Born in Petit de Grat, he was a son of the late William and Minnie (Samson) Duann. He attended
the School for the Deaf in Halifax from 1912-1921. Surviving is brother, Wilfred, Petit de Grat. He was predeceased by sister, Violet; brothers, Gilbert, Ralph, Arthur. Visitation 1-2:30 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral 3 p.m. today in St. Joseph's Church, Petit de Grat, Rev. Allan MacMillan officiating. Burial in parish cemetery. Donations to St.
Anne Centre or any charity.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-StarPublished: 08/05/97
DAVID, Joseph Francis - 85, Arichat, Richmond Co., died August 2, 1997, in St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat. Born in Petit-de-Grat, he was a son of the late Alfred and Elizabeth (Scanlan) David. He was a past member
of Lawrence Kavanaugh Council 4607, West Arichat. Surviving are daughters, Monica (Mrs. Ambrose Martell), Arichat; Jacqueline (Jackie) Landry, Petit-de-Grat; son, Aurel, Arichat; sisters, Cecil Boudreau, Arichat; Sabine Rose Samson, St. Peter's; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Sophie Richard; sisters, Delima, Mary Louise, Evangeline, Elizabeth; brothers, Amedee, Alzear, Dominique. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 2 p.m. Thursday in Our Lady of Assumption Church, Arichat, Rev. Hugh D. MacDonald officiating. Burial in
parish cemetery. No flowers by request. Donations to St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat. Arrangements entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-StarPublished: 07/17/96
DAVID, Marie Victoria - 95, Petit-de-Grat, Richmond Co., died July 15, 1996, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Petit-de-Grat, she was a daughter of the late Abraham and Elizabeth (Boudreau) Samson. Surviving are daughters, Isabelle Booth, Toronto; Edith Majeau, Vancouver; Elaine Marko, Petit-de-Grat; Gertrude, at home; sons, Amos, Donald, Petit-de-Grat; Anthony, the United States; 16 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Willard; daughter, Gladys; son, Arthur; sisters, Elizabeth Rose, Sarah Jane; brothers, Helaire, Arthur, Walter. Visitation
1-1:30 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral 2 p.m. today in St. Joseph's Church, Petit-de-Grat, Rev. Allan MacMullin officiating. Burial to follow in Star of the Sea Cemetery, Petit-de-Grat. Donations to any charity.
The Sunday HeraldPublished: 10/03/99
DOREY, Laura Mae - 104, Arichat, formerly of West Arichat, Richmond Co., died October 1, 1999, in St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre. Born November 4, 1894, in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Artemise
(Forgeron) DesLaurier. She enjoyed her many visits from her family and friends whom she dearly loved, while she was at St. Anne Community and Nursing Care and while she was home. Her smile and soft words and gracious memories were always comforting and which always brightened her room. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and will be deeply missed by daughters, Mrs.Beatrice Brow, Halifax; Edith (Mrs. Melvin Boudreau), Pictou; Alice (Mrs.Gerry Landry), Petit De Grat; Coreen (Mrs. Wilfred Bouchard), St. Catharines Ont.; Amelia (Mrs. Ronnie Ross), Port Royal; sons, Newman Bona, Port Royal; Valmey Dorey, MacIntyre Lake, Richmond Co.; Hubert Dorey, D'Escousse; brothers, Clarence DesLaurier, Halifax; Raymond DesLaurier, Port Royal; 37 grandchildren; 57 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren. She was
predeceased by her first husband, Joe Bona; second husband, Peter Dorey; daughter, Doris; and a set of twins, Mable and Irene, in infancy; sons, Adrian Dorey, Wilfred Bona, Adrian Bona, in infancy; sisters, Ida Babin, Gladys Benoit; brothers, Harry, Arthur, Rene, Clifford, Alexie; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in C. H. Boudreau
Funeral Home. Funeral 11 a.m. Monday in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Conrad Girroir officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations to the Autism Society of Nova Scotia, St. Anne Community and
Nursing Care Centre, Arichat
The Sunday HeraldPublished: 10/03/99
Category: News
Page: D8
DOREY, LAURA MAE
DOREY, Laura Mae - 104, Arichat, formerly of West Arichat, Richmond Co., died October 1, 1999, in St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre. Born November 4, 1894, in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Artemise
(Forgeron) DesLaurier. She enjoyed her many visits from her family and friends whom she dearly loved, while she was at St. Anne Community and Nursing Care and while she was home. Her smile and soft words and gracious memories were always comforting and which always brightened her room. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and will be deeply missed by daughters, Mrs. Beatrice Brow, Halifax; Edith (Mrs. Melvin Boudreau), Pictou; Alice (Mrs. Gerry Landry), Petit De Grat; Coreen (Mrs. Wilfred Bouchard), St. Catharines, Ont.; Amelia (Mrs. Ronnie Ross), Port Royal; sons, Newman Bona, Port Royal; Valmey Dorey, MacIntyre Lake, Richmond Co.; Hubert Dorey, D'Escousse; brothers, Clarence DesLaurier, Halifax; Raymond DesLaurier, Port Royal; 37 grandchildren; 57 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren. She was
predeceased by her first husband, Joe Bona; second husband, Peter Dorey; daughter, Doris; and a set of twins, Mable and Irene, in infancy; sons, Adrian Dorey, Wilfred Bona, Adrian Bona, in infancy; sisters, Ida Babin, Gladys Benoit; brothers, Harry, Arthur, Rene, Clifford, Alexie; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in C. H. Boudreau Funeral Home. Funeral 11 a.m. Monday in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Conrad Girroir officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations to the Autism Society of Nova Scotia, St. Anne Community and Nursing
Care Centre, Arichat.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-StarPublished: 11/29/94
Category: News
Page: C15 / A20
DIGOUT, ARTHUR V.(TATOO)
DIGOUT, Arthur V.(Tatoo) - 74, River Bourgeois, died November 26, 1994, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born at River Bourgeois, he was a son of Mary Emma (Landry) Digout and the late Victor D. Digout. He was a self-employed Nova Scotia land surveyor. He is survived by his wife, the former Margaret Bourque; sons, Arthur, Toronto; Leon, Halifax; daughters, Lucy, Jeannette LaPaix, both of Halifax; brothers, Fred, Charlie, George, all of River Bourgeois; Ferdinand, Vincent, Marshall, all of Brantford, Ont.; Stan, Humboldt, Sask.; sisters, Margaret Richard, Germaine Mombourquette, both of River Bourgeois; five grandchildren. Funeral was held November 28 in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Bernie MacDonald officiated. Burial followed in parish cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrision Funeral Home, St. Peter's.
Published: 07/17/96Category: News
Page: C3
Keywords: Obituary-David
DAVID, MARIE VICTORIA
DAVID, Marie Victoria - 95, Petit-de-Grat, Richmond Co., died July 15, 1996, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Petit-de-Grat, she was a daughter of the late Abraham and Elizabeth (Boudreau) Samson. Surviving are daughters, Isabelle Booth, Toronto; Edith Majeau, Vancouver; Elaine Marko, Petit-de-Grat; Gertrude, at home; sons, Amos, Donald, Petit-de-Grat; Anthony, the United States; 16 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Willard; daughter, Gladys; son, Arthur; sisters, Elizabeth Rose, Sarah Jane; brothers, Helaire, Arthur, Walter. Visitation
1-1:30 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral 2 p.m. today in St. Joseph's Church, Petit-de-Grat, Rev. Allan MacMullin officiating. Burial to follow in Star of the Sea Cemetery, Petit-de-Grat. Donations to any charity.
Annie Dugas, 89, of River Bourgeois, died Monday at home. Born in River Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late Edmund and Margaret (Fougere) Landry. Surviving are two daughters, Louise Foster, Halifax; Carrie (Mrs Roy Trueman),
River Bourgeois; two sons, Wilfred and Simon, both of Halifax; two sisters, Mrs Agnes Bouchie and Mrs Beatrice Landry. both of River Bourgeois; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Isiah Dugas. The body is in St. John the Baptiste Vestry, River Bourgeois. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday in St. John the Baptist Church, Rev. Hugh MacDonald officiating, with burial in the parish cemetery.
4 February 1989
DAVID,Clifford Francis-78,West Arichat,died Saturday in St.Martha's Hospital,Antigonish.Born
in Petit de Grat,he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Maria(Boudreau)David.He
is survived by two daughters,Rosalie(Mrs.Charles Rogers)Della(Mrs.George
Dorey)both of West Arichat;a son Angus,West Arichat;five brothers,Arthur,Godfrey,Willie,
,Amedee,Bernard,all of Petit de Grat;a grandchild.He was predeceased
by his wife,the former Mary Madonna Martell;two sisters,Constance, Evangeline;
a brother,Joseph.The body is in Immaculate Conception church,West Arichat,where
funeral will be held 3:30pm today,Rev.Allan MacMullin officiating.Burial
at a later date in the parish cemetery.
23 June 1990
DeYoung,Dominique-73,L'Ardoise,died Saturday in Sydney City Hospital.Born
in Martinique,Richmond Co.,he was the son of the late Paul and Elizabeth(Sampson)DeYoung.He
is survived by his wife Evangeline;a
sister,Emily MacDonald,River Bourgeois;a stepsister,Mary Rodger,Pondville.He
was predeceased by three brothers,Ned,Paul,Peter James;two stepbrothers,Clifford,Abel.The
body is in Holy Guardian Angel Parish Funeral Home,L'Ardoise.Funeral
will be 2:30 p.m.today in Holy Guardian Angel Church,Rev. J.J.MacDonald
officiating.Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
DUANN,Francis Lester-91,Arichat,formerly of Petit de Grat,Richmond Co.
died April 2,1996,in St.Anne Centre Nursing Home,Arichat.Born in
Petit de Grat,he was a son of the late William and Minnie(Samson)Duann.He
attended the School for the Deaf in Halifax from 1912-1921.Surviving
is brother,Wilfred,Petit de Grat.He was predeceased by sister,Violet;
brothers,Gilbert,Ralph,Arthur.Visitation 1-2:30p.m.today in C.H. Boudreau
Funeral Home,Arichat.Funeral 3p.m.today in St.Joseph's Church, Petit
de Grat,Rev.Allan MacMillan officiating.Burial in parish cemetery.
Donations to St.Anne Centre or any charity.
June 03, 1997; page B02
DOIRON, Dorilda Mary - 82, Sussex Street. Halifax, died
June 1, 1997, in QEII Health Sciences
Centre. Born in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the
late Wilson and Artimise (Lejeune) Forgeron. Surviving
are daughters, Myrtle (Mrs. Arnold Langille), Halifax; Zita
Wmg, Calais, Maine; brothers, Adolph (Ken), Lower Sackville;
Douglas, Louisdale; Larry, Seattle, Wash.; Alex,
Brookville, Fla.; sister,Muriel Curran, Hanover, Mass.; six grandchildren;
eight great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Albert
(Edmond); son, John; brother, Raymond; sister, Florence Ainslie. Visitation
2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in J. Albert Walker
Funeral Home, 149 Herring Cove Rd., Halifax. Funeral 9:30
a.m. Wednesday in St. Michael's Roman Catholic Church, Rov. Ronald
Cairns officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Donations to Heart
and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Canadian Cancer Society.
July 21, 1997; Page A12
DOYLE, Mary Janet - 7I, 141 Dominlon St., Truro, died Saturday, July 19,
l997, in Colcliester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Harbourview,
Inverness Co., she was a daughter of the late John D. and Janet (Beaton)
Gillis. She was a graduate of Provincial Normal College and taught for
over 30 years in the public school systems of Nova Scotia, in Inverness
County, Rockingham. Old Barns and Broukfield. Mary was vitally interested
in the progress of all her students while finding time to be a devoted wife
to Edward B.,
and loyal and giving mother to her five children. In her later
years, she was a loving and caring grandmother to her seven beloved
grandchildren. She w as a member of Immaculate Conception Parish, Truro,
and active with the Gaelic Club and Nova Scotia Teachers College Alumni.
She recently participated in the 50-year reunion of her Class of 47.
She is surv ived by her children,
Kevin, Tara, Ont.; Sheidon (Debbie), Halifax; Allyson (Mrs.
Paui Svenningsen), Belmont, Colchester Co.; Wendell, Springhill; Barrie
(Edith), Elmwood, Ont.; three sisters, Kaye, Oakville,Ont.; Florence,
Boston, Mass.; Elaine, Oakville, Ont.; two brothers, Joe, Balmertown,
Ont.; John Angus, Harbourview; grandchildren, Nicholas, Jason,
Stephanie, Michael, Krista, Brandon,
5arah. She was predeceased by her husband, Edward B.: brother,
Angus. The body is resting in Ettinger Kennedy Funeral Home, Truro,
with visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, July 21. The body will be transferred
to Port Hood Funeral Home, with visitation 2- 4, 7 -9 p.m. Tuesday, July
22. Funeral mass will be l1 a.m. Wednesday, July 23· in St. Peter's
Church, Port Hood, Rev. Paul Murphy offiiciatng. Burial in Port Hood
Cemetery. Donations may be made to Hleart and Stroke Foundatinn of Nova
Scotia or Port Hood
Cemetery fund.
September 26, 1997
DeCOSTE, Joseph (Dan)
DeCOSTE, Joseph (Dan) - 93, Frankville, Antigonish Co., died
September 25, 1997, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital. Born in
Frankville, he was a son of the late Patrick and Sophia (DeCoste)
DeCoste. He was retired from the CNR, where he worked for many years
as a section man. Surviving are sons, Bernard, Toronto; Lloyd, Frankville;
brother, Wilfred, Frankville; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his wife, Josephine; sons, Kevin, Daniel; a grandson;
sisters, Loretta, Ethelbert, Lillian; brothers, Bernard, Stephen,
Anthony, Michael. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Saturday
in St. Paul's Centre, Havre Boucher. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday in St. Paul's
Church, Havre Boucher, Rev. Angus MacGillivary officiating. Burial to
follow in the parish cemetery. Donations to St. Paul's Parish building
fund. Arrangements entrusted to Curry Bros. Funeral Home, Antigonish.
Nov. 11, 1997 page C 09
DOYLE, Howard Leo
DOYLE, Howard Leo - 75, D'Escousse, Richmond Co., died
November 8, 1997, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born
in Rocky Bay, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late Charles
and Blanch (Keating) Doyle. He was in the Royal Canadina Naval Reserve,
serving overseas during the Second World War. Surviving are his
wife, the former Christine Clark; daughters, Iris (Mrs. Richard Terfry),
Mount Uniacke; Paula (Mrs. Larry Connors), Monica (Mrs. George
Henley), both of Halifax; stepdaughters, Jean (Mrs. Paul Samson), Cap
La Ronde; Mary Clark, at home; sons, Henry and wife Nancy, D'Escousse;
Robert and wife Betty,
Mount Uniacke; David and wife Faye, Poulomon; Michael
and wife Ellen, Sackville; stepsons, Charlie Clark and wife
Lorette, D'Escousse; Jimmy Clark and wife Sheila, Samsonville;
sister, Mary C. (Norellen) James and companion Ernest Landry; 17 grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Jennie Tavenor; brothers, Rosco,
Lester, Leonard, Joseph infancy; sister, Eva. Funeral mass will
be held today in St. Hyacinth Parish Church, D'Escousse, Rev. John J.
MacDonald officiating. Burial to follow
in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to St. Hyacinth
Parish Cemetery fund. Arrangements entrusted to IML Funeral
Services, Petit-de-Grat.
Dec. 24, 1997; Page D10
DUGAS, Simon Stephen
DUGAS, Simon Stephen - 71, Fairview, died December 23, 1997,
in QEII Health Sciences Centre, VG Site. Born in River Bourgeois,
he was a son of the late Isaah and Annie (Landry) Dugas. He was formerly
employed at the Nova Scotia Hotel, CHNS, The Halifax Herald Limited,
the Lord Nelson Hotel and Maritime Medical. Surviving are his wife, the
former Vivian Anna Mary Fougere; stepdaughter, Janet (Mrs. Larry Colby),
Calgary, Alta.; sister, Carrie (Mrs. Roy Trueman), River Bourgeois. He
was predeceased by brother, Wilfred; sister, Louise Foster. Visitation
2-4, 7-9 p.m. Friday in J. Albert Walker Funeral Home, 149 Herring Cove
Rd., Halifax. Funeral 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Pius X Roman Catholic
Church, Rev. Basil Carew officiating. Spring burial in Fairview Cemetery
January 03, 1998; page D18
DeCOSTE, Raymond Mark
DeCoste, Raymond Mark - 75, Havre Boucher, Antigonish Co.,
died January 2, 1998, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Infirmary
Site. Born in Havre Boucher, he was a son of the late Mark and
Mary Rose (Breen DeCoste. He was employed with the Nova Scotia
Department of Transportation and had served as road foreman for a number
of years. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving overseas
with the Medical Corps in England. Surviving are sisters, Rita, Havre
Boucher; Betty (Mrs. Tim Levangie), East Bay. He was predeceased
by brothers, Everett, Edgar. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in St. Paul's
Centre, Havre Boucher. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday in St. Paul's Church, Havre
Boucher, Rev. Angus MacGillivray officiating. Burial in parish cemetery.
Donations to St. Paul's Church building fund. Arrangements entrusted
to Curry Bros. Funeral Home, Antigonish.
March 12, 1998; Page D12
DAVID, James Arthur - 82, Petit-de-Grat, Richmond Co., died March 11,
1998, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Petit-de-Grat,
he was a son of the late Joseph and Maria (Boudreau) David. Surviving
are his wife, the former Agnes Amelia Landry;daughters, Claire (Mrs. Benedict
Clannon), Monica (Mrs. Bobby Duffney), Wanda (Mrs. Kenny MacDonald,
Petit-de-Grat; Nancy (Mrs. Julian Richer), Port Royal; Noreen (Mrs.
Charles Paupin), West Arichat; Judy (Mrs. Gary Oake), Eastern Passage;
Donalda (Mrs. RenÄ LeBlanc), D'Escousse; sons, Blaise, Cecil, Huntley,
Hubert, Petit-de-Grat; Randy, at home; brothers, Bernard, Amedee, Petit-de-Grat;
24 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by sisters,Connie,
Evangeline; brothers, Joseph, Willie, Godfrey, Clifford. Visitation
2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, 1-2 p.m. Friday in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat.
Funeral 3:30 p.m. Friday in St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Petit-de-Grat,
Rev. Allan MacMullin officiating. Burial to follow in Star of the Sea
Cemetery, Petit-de-Grat. Donations to ROC Centre or Strait Richmond
Hospital.
March 21, 1998; page D27
DORE, Joseph Leo - 79, Halifax, died March 20, 1998, at home. Born at
Janvrin's Island, he was a son of the late Peter and Bertha (DeCoste) Dore.
He was a faithful member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Surviving
are daughter, Diane (Mrs. Sean O'Connor) Halifax; sons, Dennis, Hubbards;
David, Bernard, Halifax; Randy, Head of St. Margarets Bay; Brian, Calgary;
13 grandchildren; three brothers; three sisters. He was predeceased
by his wife, Lena. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4 7-9 p.m. Sunday
in J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax. Funeral 10 a.m.
Monday in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Bedford Highway, Msgr.William
Wamboldt officiating. Cremation to follow. Burial at a later date. In
lieu of flowers,donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.
March 27, 1998; page D03
DORT, Albert James - 77, D'Escousse, formerly of Lochside, died March
24, 1998, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Arichat, he was
a son of the late Minnie Boucher. Surviving are daughter, Linda (Mrs. Terry
Cameron), Calgary, Alta.; sons, Andrew, Jerry, Lochside; Francis, Petit-de-Grat;
Edward, Edmonton, Alta.; David, Port Hawkesbury; stepson, Leonard Forrest,
Cape North; companion, Anita Joyce, D'Escousse. He was predeceased by his
wife, Anita Louise. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 6:30 p.m.
today in Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, Arichat, Rev. Hughie D.
MacDonald officiating. Burial 2 p.m. April 5, in Our Lady of Assumption Parish
Cemetery, Arichat. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or Richmond County
Home Support Services. Arrangements entrusted to IML Funeral Services, Petit-de-Grat.
April 24, 1998; page D19
DOUCETTE, Raymond J. - 78, 58 Glenwood Ave., Dartmouth, died April 23,
1998, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in River Bourgeois, he
was a son of the late John and Caroline (Boucher) Doucette. Surviving
is his brother, Howard. He was predeceased by sister, Mary Ellen Samson.
Cremation has taken place. Funeral 10 a.m. Saturday in St. John the Baptist
Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Raymond King officiating. Donations to
the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to Dignity Cremation
Services, Halifax.
May 28, 1998; page C12
DAVID, Priscilla Mary - 71, West Arichat, Richmond Co., died May 26, 1998,
in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in West Arichat, she was
a daughter of the late Benjamin and Stella (Covin) David. She will be
dearly missed by her daughter, Mary (Mrs. Rudolph Covin), and grandchildren,
Peter, David and Kathleen; sister, Rose (Mrs. Gerald Marchand); brother,
Albany J. David, all of West Arichat; 18 nephews and 12 nieces. She was
predeceased by sisters, Mary Mury and two in infancy; three brothers in
infancy; sister-in-law, Kathleen (Walrus) David; brother-in-law, Patrick
Mury. Visitation in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat, today from 2-
4, 7-9 p.m. and Friday from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Funeral mass to be held Friday
at 2 p.m. in Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, West Arichat,
Rev. Jean Baptiste DeCoste and Rev. Hughie D. MacDonald officiating. Burial
to follow in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Strait
Richmond Hospital.
June 05, 1998, page C19
DeCOSTE, Donnie Damian - 52, formerly of Antigonish, died June 2, 1998,
at home in Hamilton. He was a son of Alice (Durley) and the late
Damian DeCoste. Surviving are his wife, Toni; sons, Ivan, Jimmy, Antigonish;
brothers, Frank, London, Ont.; Jimmy, Kingston, Ont.; Billy, Hamilton;
sisters, Ann, Barrie, Ont.; Delores, Waterville, Kings Co.; Shirley,
Kingston, Ont.; Sharon, Aulds Cove; Darlene, Monastery; Marilyn, Leader,
Sask.; Charlene, St. Catharines, Ont.; many nieces and nephews. Funeral
will be held today under the direction of Truscott Funeral Home, Hamilton.
Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Jan. 02, 1999; page A12
DOARY, Peter Wilfred (Fred) - 91, River Bourgeois, died peacefully January
1, 1999, in Strait Richmond Hospital. Born in Janvrins Island, Richmond
Co., he was a son of the late Peter John and Bertha (DeCoste)
Doary. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic
Church. He served with the Royal Canadian Navy during the Second
World War on convoy duty in the North Atlantic, rising to the rank
of petty officer. He was a proud member of Royal Canadian Legion,
Branch 47, St. Peter's. He is survived by his wife of 60 years,
Evangeline (Geline) (Landry) Doary; sons, Everett and wife Ruth,
Fort Coulonge, Que.; Roddie and wife Margaret, Sydney River; Arthur and
wife Henrietta, Raymond, River Bourgeois; daughters, Marie (Mrs. Bruce
Mombourquette), River Bourgeois; Anna (Mrs. Lee Ehler), Halifax; Alice
(Mrs. Robert McFetridge), Tantallon; Claire Bogle and companion Alvin
MacAskill, Dartmouth; 18 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brothers,
Joseph (Lee), Lower Sackville; Bennie, Janvrins Island; sisters, Alice
and Eva May, Boston; Corrine, Tantallon. He was predeceased by brothers,
Roddie, John and Leo; sisters, Margaret, Marion and Sylvia. A special
thank you to everyone for the care and support given over the years.
Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and
Sunday in River Bourgeois Funeral Home. All members of Royal
Canadian Legion, Branch 47, are requested to meet at the funeral home
in River Bourgeois Monday at 9 a.m. to attend the funeral of their
late comrade, Peter Wilfred (Fred) Doary. Funeral 10 a.m. Monday
in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Sandy MacNeil
officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made
to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice. Arrangements
entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat.
Jan. 07, 1999; page C08
DIGOUT, Agnes Frances - 79, Bedford, died January 6, 1999, in the VG Site
QEII. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Neil and Charlotte
(Boudreau) Sutherland. Surviving are husband, Charles S., River Bourgeois;
daughter, Judith (Mrs. David Young), Bedford; son, Charles S., Bedford;
sisters, Christina Hamm, Adelle O'Neill, Halifax; three grandchildren;
a great-grandson. She was predeceased by son, David; brothers,
Dennis, Frank, Peter; sisters, Mary, Catherine (Bobby) Teed, Freda,
Annie Richard. Cremation has taken place under the direction of
J. Albert Funeral Home, Halifax. No visitation or service by request.
Private committal service in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Donation The Lung
Association.
Jan. 16, 1999; page C16
DOUCET, Jean Thomas (John) - 68, River Bourgeois, died January 14, 1999,
at home. Born in Grand Etang, he was a son of the late Simon and
Mary Ann (LeLieere) Doucet. He retired after 34, years as a chef with
the Hotel Nova Scotian, Halifax. Following retirement, he operated the
J & C Takeout, River Bourgeois for 18 years. Surviving are wife,
Carmel; daughters, Verna (Mrs. Paul Daye), Dartmouth; Annette
(Mrs. Dan Ermel), Wainwright, Alta.; sons, Roger, Bridgewater;
Walter, Timberlea; Paul, St. Stephen, N.B.; David, Saskatoon; stepsons,
Paul and Jamie Roma, Lower Sackville; former wife Claire Saulnier; 11
grandchildren; four great-
grandchildren; sisters, Zabine LeBlanc, Zena Grant, Annie
Rose Cormier, Lucy Cormier; brother, Clarence. He was predeceased by
brothers, Johnny, Joseph, Charlie, Henry, Wilfred; sister, Rita. Cremation
to take place. No visitation. Funeral mass 2 p.m. Tuesday in St. John
the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Sandy MacNeil officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations to any charity. Arrangements are under
the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.
March 09, 1999; page B03
DeCOSTE, Donald Francis - 48, Port Royal, Richmond Co., died March 7,
1999, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Arichat, he
was a son of Albert and Maria (Miousse) DeCoste, Arichat. He was with the
Nova Scotia Liquor Commission, Arichat, for 26 years. He was also a member
of the Knights of Columbus Council 4607, West Arichat. Surviving are his
wife, the former Deloris Frank; son, Charlie, Arichat; sister, Linda (Mrs.
Wayne MacNeil), Arichat; brother, Edgar, Mount Forest, Ont. Cremation has
taken place. Memorial service 2 p.m. Friday in Immaculate Conception Roman
Catholic Church, West Arichat, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Donations to
St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat, or any charity. Arrangements
entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat.
June 09, 1999; page D16
DAVID, Joseph Amedee - 79, Petit-de-Grat, Richmond Co., died June 7, 1999,
in Petit-de-Grat.Born in Petit-de-Grat, he was a son of the late Joseph
and Maria (Boudreau) David. He was employed with Richmond Fisheries
in Petit-de-Grat from 1954 until his retirement. Surviving are his wife,
the former Blandine Samson; daughter, Carol Shannahan, Delta, B.C.; sons,
Victor, Arichat; Gary, Kenneth, Petit-de-Grat; brother, Bernard, Petit-de-Grat;
11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by
son, William; brothers, Arthur, Godfrey, Joseph, Willie, Clifford; sisters,
Constance, Evangeline. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau
Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral 11 a.m. Thursday in St. Joseph's Roman
Catholic Church, Petit-de-Grat, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Burial in
Star of the Sea Cemetery, Petit-de-Grat.Donations to St. Joseph's renovation
fund or cemetery fund.
September 02, 1999
DeROCHE, Mary Martha - 94, River Bourgeois, died August 31, 1999, in Richmond
Villa, St. Peter's. Born in River Bourgeois, she was a daughter of
the late Amable and Mathilda (Burke) Burke. She was a member of St. John
the Baptist Parish and a 42 year member of the Catholic Women's League.
Surviving are her husband, George; brother, Delore; several nieces, nephews,
great and great-great-nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her first
husband, Sam Dugas; brother, Joseph Amos; sisters, Dorothy, Theresa,
Ethel. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in River Bourgeois Funeral Home.
Funeral 10 a.m. Friday in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois,
Rev. Sandy MacNeil officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations
to any charity. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home,
St. Peter's
September 14, 1999
DOREY, Mary Evelyn - 78, died September 11, 1999, in the Strait Richmond
Hospital, Evanston. Born in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the
late Abraham and Stella (Briand) Forgeron. Surviving are her husband,
Walter; daughters, Shirely LeBlanc, Arichat; Suzanne Boudreau, Arichat;
Claire Dorey, Lucy Pettipas, Darlene Dorey, West Arichat.; sons, Leon,
Leonard, Paul, West Arichat; 22 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren;
sisters, Gladys, Quebec; Priscilla, Halifax; Jean, Sydney; Rose, Arichat;
Mildred, Matilda, West Arichat; brother, Raymond Forgeron, West Arichat.
She was predeceased by sister, Alice; brothers, Alfred, Ernest, Vincent.
Cremation has taken place. Memorial mass at a later date in Immaculate Conception
Church, West Arichat. Arrangements entrusted to IML Funeral Home, Petit
de Grat. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or any charity
October 03, 1999
DOREY, Laura Mae - 104, Arichat, formerly of West Arichat, Richmond Co.,
died October 1, 1999, in St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre.
Born November 4, 1894, in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late
Thomas and Artemise (Forgeron) DesLaurier. She enjoyed her many visits
from her family and friends whom she dearly loved, while she was at St.
Anne Community and Nursing Care and while she was home. Her smile and
soft words and gracious memories were always comforting and which always
brightened her room. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother
and will be deeply missed by daughters, Mrs. Beatrice Brow, Halifax; Edith
(Mrs. Melvin Boudreau), Pictou; Alice (Mrs. Gerry Landry), Petit De Grat;
Coreen (Mrs. Wilfred Bouchard), St. Catharines, Ont.; Amelia (Mrs. Ronnie
Ross), Port Royal; sons, Newman Bona, Port Royal; Valmey Dorey, MacIntyre
Lake, Richmond Co.; Hubert Dorey, D'Escousse; brothers, Clarence DesLaurier,
Halifax; Raymond DesLaurier, Port Royal; 37
grandchildren; 57 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her first husband, Joe Bona; second husband,
Peter Dorey; daughter, Doris; and a set of twins, Mable and Irene,
in infancy; sons, Adrian Dorey, Wilfred Bona, Adrian Bona, in infancy;
sisters, Ida Babin, Gladys Benoit; brothers, Harry, Arthur, Rene, Clifford,
Alexie; two grandchildren; one
great-grandchild. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in C. H.
Boudreau Funeral Home. Funeral 11 a.m. Monday in Immaculate Conception
Church, West Arichat, Rev. Conrad Girroir officiating. Burial to follow
in the parish cemetery. Donations to the Autism Society of Nova Scotia,
St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat.
October 05, 1999
DesLAURIER, Patrick Raymond - 90, St. Peter's, formerly of West Arichat,
Richmond Co., died October 4, 1999, in Richmond Villa. Born in West
Arichat, he was a son of the late Joseph and Regina (Forest) DesLaurier.
Surviving are sister, Alice, West Arichat; several nieces and nephews.
He was predecease by sisters, Evangeline, Mary; brothers, Raymond
in infancy, Edmond, Alphonse, Pierre. Visitation 2-4 p.m. today in
Richmond Villa, St. Peter's. Remains will be transferred to C.H. Boudreau
Funeral Home, Arichat, for visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 12:30- 1:30
p.m. Wednesday. Funeral 2 p.m. Wednesday in Immaculate Conception Church,
West
Arichat, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Burial to follow in
the parish cemetery. Donations to any charity. Arrangements entrusted
to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat
October 26, 1999
DOREY, Walter Joseph - 82, West Arichat, died October 24, 1999, in the
Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in West Arichat, he was a son
of the late George and Alma (Fougere) Dorey. Surviving are daughters,
Shirley LeBlanc, Suzanne Boudreau, Arichat; Claire, Darlene Dorey, Lucy
Petitpas, West Arichat; sons, Leon, Leonard, Paul, West Arichat; sisters,
Mary, Lena, Arichat; Virginia, Louisdale; Laura, West Arichat; Alexina,
Halifax; Martha, Washington, D.C.; brothers, Wilfred, Halifax; Willie,
Alexie, Albert, West Arichat; 22 grandchildren; six great- grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his wife, Evelyn; brothers, Joe, Edmond, one in
infancy.
Cremation has taken place. Funeral 2 p.m. Saturday, in Immaculate
Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Ivan Loignon officiating. Burial
of remains to follow in parish cemetery. Donations to The Kidney Foundation
or any charity. Arrangements have been entrusted to IML Funeral Home,
Petit de Grat.
November 09, 1999
DESLAURIER, Alice Fedora - 84, West Arichat, Richmond Co., died November
7, 1999, at home. Born in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the
late Joseph and Regina (Forest) DesLaurier. She is survived by her guardians
Leon and Evangeline Dorey, West ürichat; four nephews. She was
predeceased by brothers, Edmund, Alphonse, Pierre, Remi Patrick, Raymond
in infancy; sisters, Evangline, Mary. Cremation has taken place. Visitation
in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home in Arichat 7-9 p.m. Thursday, November
11, 1999. Memorial service to be held 11 a.m. Friday in Immaculate Conception
Church, West Arichat, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of choice
November 28, 1999
DeWOLFE, Mary Martha - 86, D'Escousse, Richmond Co., died November 26,
1999, in the Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in St. Ninan,
Inverness Co., she was a daughter of the late Angus Hector and Mary
(MacDonald) MacIsaac. She was a member of the Evergreen Senior Citizens
Club, Port Hawkesbury and a past member of the Civic Improvement Society,
D'Escousse. She is survived by daughters, Mary Cecilia (Mrs. Russell
Poirier), D'Escousse; Elizabeth (Mrs. Harry Brooks), New Glasgow; Rose
(Mrs. Keith Booth), Musquodoboit; sons, Joseph Leo (Patricia Ann), Billerica,
Mass.; Edwin Francis (Joan), Petit De Grat; Robert Stanley (Marie), Arichat;
Thomas Gregory (Catherine Louise), D'Escousse; sister, Isabel (Mrs. Angus
W. MacDonald), Halifax; brothers, Robert John (Annie), Windsor, Ont.; Hector
(Sadie), Port Hawkesbury; 17 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband, Frederick Leo; sisters, Catherine
Beaton, Anna MacDonald, Annie MacEachern, Marie MacDonald; brother, William.
Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, 1-2:30 p.m. Monday, both in St. Hyacinth
Parish Funeral Parlor. Funeral service to be held 3 p.m. Monday in St.
Hyacinth Parish, D'Escousse, Rev. Yvon Loignon officiating, burial in
parish cemetery. Memorial donations can
be made to St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat
or to the charity of choice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to C.H.
Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat.
December 13, 1999
DUGAS, Joseph Leon - 62, died December 10, 1999, in St. Anne's Centre,
Arichat. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of Regina and the late
Walter Dugas. Surviving are his wife, Deliah; daughters, Paulette
Marchand, Louisdale; Carol LeBlanc, Cheticamp; son, Howard, West Arichat;
four grandchildren. Visitation 9-10:30 a.m. today in IML Funeral Home,
3450 Highway 206, Petit- de-Grat. Funeral 11 a.m. today in Immaculate
Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Ivan Liognon officiating. Burial
in the parish cemetery. Donations to St. Anne's Nursing Care Centre or
Strait Richmond Palliative Care Society
Feb. 21, 2000
DAVID, Paul Henry - 83, died February 18, 2000, in Strait Richmond Hospital,
Evanston. Born in Petit-de-Grat, he was a son of the late Henry and
Sabine Rose (Boudreau) David. Surviving are his wife, Elean; daughter,
Betty Ann; son, Gerard; two grandchildren. He was predeceased by stepmother,
Elma; stepsister, Lena; sisters, Ethel, Delia; brother, Benedict. Visitation
today in IML Funeral Home, 3450 Highway 206, Petit-de-Grat, 1 p.m. until
time of funeral, 3:30 p.m. in St. Joseph Catholic Church, Petit-de-Grat,
Rev. Stephane Bouchet officiating. Spring burial in Star of the Cemetery,
Petit-de-Grat. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or Kidney
Foundation of Canada, Nova Scotia Branch.
March 30, 2000
DOARY (Geline), Marie Evangeline - 89, River Bourgeois, Richmond Co.,
died March 28, 2000 in the Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in River
Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late Jeffrey and Bertha (Bouchard) Landry.
She was a member of St. John The Baptist CWL, Royal Canadian Legion Branch
47, Grand Anse and also a member of the Strait Richmond Hospital Ladies Auxiliary.
She is survived by her daughters, Marie (Mrs. Bruce Mombourquette,
River Bourgeois; Anna (Mrs. Lee Ehler), Halifax; Alice (Mrs. Robert McFetridge),
Tantallon; Claire Bogle and companion Alvin MacAskill, Dartmouth; sons,
Everett (Ruth), Fort Colouge,
Que.; Roddie (Margie), Sydney River; Arthur (Henrietta); Raymond,
all of River Bourgeois; sisters, Mrs. Grace Melanson, Digby County;
Anne Sladdin, Halifax; brothers, Cyril Landry, Rockingham; Hector
Landry, St. Peter's; Leger Landry, East Bay; Everett Landry,Ontario;
Alcantra Landry, River Bourgeois; 18 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband, Peter Wilfred "Fred" Doary; sisters,
Louise and Jean; brothers, Guy and Albert. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today
and Friday in the River Bourgeois Community Funeral Home, River Bourgeois
Funeral to be held 2 p.m. Saturday afternoon in St. John The Baptist
Church in River Bourgeois, Rev. Sandy MacNeil officiating.
Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted
to the C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Memorial donations may be
made to the strait Richmond Hospital or the L'Ardoise Medical
Clinic.
April 19, 2000
DOIRON, Frances Ernestine - 58, died April 16, 2000, in St. Anne's Nursing
Care Centre, Arichat. Born in Janvrin's Harbour, Richmond Co., she
was a daughter of the late Clarence and Hazel (George) George. Surviving
are her son, Kenneth, Toronto; sisters, Rose, Arichat; Nillie, Janvrin's
Harbour; Barbara Anne, Toronto; Bonnie, Halifax; brothers, Harold,
Arichat; Percy, Montreal; Elwin, Halifax. She was predeceased by her
brother, Manthorne. Visitation 2-9 p.m. today, in I.M.L. Funeral Home,
Petit de Grat. Funeral 2 p.m. Thursday, in St. John's Anglican Church,
Arichat, Arch Deacon McRae officiating. Cremation to follow funeral.
Donations to
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.
May 12, 2000
DAVENPORT, Constance Lydia - 67, died May 10, 2000, in St. Martha's Regional
Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Arichat, she was a daughter of the late
Morton S. Binet. She is survived by her mother, Cecilia (Boudreau) Binet;
daughters, Marie Forgeron (George), Karen Fortune (Terrance), Arichat;
Marilyn Ritcey (Ron), Port Hawkesbury; sons, Gerald (Janice), Alberta;
Chuck, West Arichat; Michael (Kim), Port Hawkesbury; sisters, Lydia
Sampson (Ralph), Arichat; Joan Poirier, Halifax; Shirley Latham (Roger),
Trenton; Marilyn LeBlanc, Dartmouth; Edith Little (Jerry), Winnipeg; brothers,
John (Timmie) Binet, wife Jody, London, Ont.; Edward
Binet, wife Ann, Amherst; 11 grandchildren and five step-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by brother, Stanage. She was a Registered Nurse,
graduating from St. Martha's Nursing School in 1955. She practiced
nursing for many years. She was a Royal Conservatory music teacher for
many years. She was the founder and first president of O.L.A-C.W.L.
Arichat, and also a
member of the O.L.A. Parish Council. She was a devoted mother
and grandmother who enjoyed her music, reading, knitting and socializing.
Her remains are resting in I.M.L. Funeral Home, Petit de Grat, with
visitation from 2-9 p.m. today. Cremation will take place. Funeral mass
will be at 2 p.m. Monday in Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, Arichat,
Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Donations may be made to the Canadian
Diabetes Association.
Nov. 09, 2000
DOBSON, Edith Cavell - 84, 622 Prince St., Port Hawkesbury, died Monday
November 7, 2000, in the Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born
in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late William G. and Minnie
(Diggton) Dort. She was a member of the Bible Baptist Church, Port Hawkesbury.
Surviving are daughter, Carolyn Cassano, Roslindale, Mass.; sons, Ken
R. Dobson, Boca, Fla.; Robert R. Dobson, Massachusetts; five grandchildren;
sister, Lydia Worthylake, B.C. She was predeceased by husband, Ralston
F. Dobson; sisters, Mildred Murry, Alice MacRae, Thelma Murry. There
will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 3
p.m. Sunday November 19, in Bible Baptist Church, 42 Paint St., Port Hawkesbury,
Pastor Stephen Faucette officiating. Burial of remains to follow at a later
date. Funeral arrangements are under the direction J.F. Greene Funeral
Services Limited, 507 Bernard Street, Port Hawkesbury.
December 23, 2000
DOYLE, Frank B. - Edmonton, Alta., formerly of Arichat, Richmond Co.,
passed away Thursday, December 15, 2000, in Edmonton, where he had his home.
He was 68 years of age. He was a son of the late E.C. Doyle and Evengeline
Gagnon Doyle of Arichat. He attended Arichat High School and St. Francis
Xavier University and was an employee of Imperial Oil Ltd. for over 40 years.
During his retirement he was an avid golfer and enjoyed his winter home in
Arizona, USA. He is survived by his wife, Cathy and his married children,
Lisa, Janis and Sharon and by his three grandchildren. Surviving also are
his bother, Paul (Blanche) Doyle, Arichat and Florida; his sisters, Sister
Monica Doyle, Kingston, Jamaica, West Indies and Margaret Scull (Bob), Richmond,
Va., USA. The funeral took place in Edmonton on Thursday, December 21, with
burial in Edmonton. There will be a mass in the near future in Assumption
Church, Arichat for relatives and friends.
December 24, 2000
DELOREY, Raymond Joseph - 90, Port Royal, Richmond Co., died December
23, 2000, at home. Born in Arichat, he was a son of the late Thomas and Artemise
(Forgeron) Delorey. He was a member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch
150, Arichat. Surviving are daughters, Rosemond Delorey, Halifax; Leeanne
Jean, St. Marys; stepdaughter, Joan Claire, North Carolina; sons, Peter,
Larry, Dwayne, Port Royal; Everett, D'Escousse; Paul, Central Burlington;
Lloyd, Fredericton, N.B.; brother, Clarence, Halifax; 22 grandchildren;
five great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased
by son, Lloyd in infancy; grandson,
Christian; sisters, Laura, Ida, Gladys; brothers, Rene, Clifford,
Fred, Arthur, Alexis, Bertie, Harry. Cremation has taken place. Memorial
service at a later date. Donations to the Veteran's Comfort Fund.
Arrangements entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat
January 10, 2001
DeCOSTE, Joseph Exis - 74, Arichat, died January 8, 2001, in his home
in Arichat. Born in Arichat, he was a son of the late Charles and Mary (Momberquette)
DeCoste. He is survived by daughters, Deborah Quinn, Halifax; Denise
Millan, Calgary; Karen DeCoste, Sharon Gallant, both of Summerside,
P.E.I.; son, Wayne, Halifax; sisters, Mary Louise Pertus, Dartmouth; Jeanette
Lawson, Barbara Brown, both of Halifax; brothers, Joseph, Ontario; Raymond,
Albert, both of Arichat; 15 grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother,
Fred. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Friday morning
from 9 until time of memorial service which
will be held at 11 a.m., reception to follow all in the C.H.
Boudreau Funeral Home, 633 Lower Road in Arichat, with Rev. Bruno Ruel
officiating. Burial in Our Lady of Assumption Parish Cemetery.
March 30, 2001
DOREY, Patricia Claire "Patsy" - Evanston, Richmond Co. It is with much
sadness and deep regret that we announce the passing of our cherished
wife, mother and grandmother, March 28, 2001, in St. Martha's Regional
Hospital, Antigonish. She was a devoted wife and mother, who loved
her family dearly. She was a member of St. Francis de Sales Parish,
Lower River Inhabitants and a member of the CWL. She enjoyed attending
craft shows and spending time with family and friends. She was loved by
all who knew her and her memory will live on in our hearts forever. Born
in Antigonish, she was a daughter of the late Leo and Catherine Katie
(McNamara) McNamara. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Alfred;
daughters, Natasha, at home; Denise (Mike) Kelly, Port Hastings; sons,
Barry (Sheila), River Bourgeois; Brent, Port Hawkesbury; grandchildren,
Gina, Ryan, Krista, Riley and Connor; sisters, Dorothy MacDonald, Saint
Margarets Bay; Darlene (Steve) Boudreau, MacIntyre Mountain; Sharon (Edward)
Sampson, Evanston; brothers, Terry (Mary), Blair (Jean), Wayne (Ann),
all of Evanston; Carl (Eileen), Whiteside; Gary (Debbie), Grantville;
several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her
son in infancy, Alfred Craig; brothers, Ernest and Stephen
Daniel. Visitation will be 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. today, 11-1:30 p.m. Saturday,
in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Funeral mass will
be held 2 p.m. Saturday, in St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church,
Rev. Allan MacPhie officiating. Interment in St. Patrick's Parish Cemetery,
Whiteside. Memorial
donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or
Canadian Cancer Society. Long may she live, for there is no other who
could take the place of our dear mother
May 12, 2001
DAVID, Linda Cecile - Died May 11, 2001, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital,
Sydney. Born in Massachusetts, she was a daughter of Ida Landry and
the late Alexander Poirier. She is survived by husband, Anthony, United
States; daughter, Claudine, D'Escousse; son, Dana, Kuujjuaq, Northern
Quebec; sister, Shirley (Robert) Carpenter, Maine; 12 grandchildren.
She was predeceased by brother, Alfred Poirier; son, Brian; stepfather,
Hubert Landry. Memorial mass will be celebrated in St. Hyacinth Catholic
Church, D'Escousse, 11 a.m. Monday, May 14, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating.
Burial of ashes at a later date. Donations may be made to Multiple Sclerosis
Society, Atlantic Division. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the compassionate
care of I.M.L. Funeral Services, Petit de Grat.
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
May 19, 2001
DORE, Joseph E. - 83, Halifax, died Friday, May 18, 2001, in the New Halifax
Infirmary, QEII, Halifax. Born on Janvrin Island, Richmond Co., he
was a son of the late Peter John and Bertha (Decoste) Doré. Joe
retired from CN Rail in 1975, after 35 years and served in the Canadian
Army during the Second World War. He is survived by sons, Philip, Hammonds
Plains; Stewart, Dartmouth; daughters, Elizabeth (Mrs. W. O'Sullivan),
Sheila (Mrs. J. MacNeil), both of Halifax; Judy, Avonport; Karen, Halifax;
12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; brother, Bennie, Janvrin
Island; sisters, Alice and Melvina, Massachusetts, USA; Corrine, Timberlea.
He was predeceased by his wife, Thelma in 1997; brothers, Wilfred, John,
Roddie, Leo; sisters, Margaret, Marion, Sylvia. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today
and 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in Snow's Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax.
Funeral mass will be held 10 a.m. Monday in St. Lawrence's Church, Dutch
Village Road, Rev. Owen
Connolly officiating. Burial to follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery,
Lower Sackville. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
June 22, 2001
DOYLE, Marion Louise - 95, Northwood Manor, Halifax, passed away peacefully
June 20, 2001, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in St. Peter's,
Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late James and Gertrude (Lawlor)
Doyle. Marion was an employee of the Department of Transportation
until her retirement. She was greatly cared for by her grand-nephew,
Scot Lingley. She is survived by her brother, James Pierce, Timberlea.
She will be lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, grand-nephews
and great grand-nephews. She was predeceased by sister, Kathleen (Charles)
Aucoin. No visitation by request. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Saturday
in St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic Church, Halifax, Rev. E. Theriault
officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. In
lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hope Cottage. Funeral arrangements
have been entrusted to A.L. Mattatall Funeral Home, Dartmouth.
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
Repeat:
July 09, 2001
DeWOLFE, Mary Rosaline - 45, Petit de Grat, died July 4, 2001, in St.
Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Arichat, she was a daughter
of Madeline (Martell) Boudreau and the late Edward R. Boudreau. She is survived
by her husband, Ralph; sister, Paulette; brothers, Blair (Bernadette), Paul,
both of Petit de Grat; Kenny, Arichat; Brian (Carolyn), Sampson's Cove. She
was predeceased by a sister in infancy. Visitation was held Friday in IML
Funeral Home, Petit de Grat. Funeral mass was held Saturday in St. Joseph
Catholic Church, Petit de Grat, Rev. Stephane Bouchet officiated. Burial
followed in Star of the Sea Cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Diabetes
Association or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Funeral is entrusted
to the compassionate care and direction of IML Funeral Home, Petit de Grat.
Sunday, November 18, 2001
DOREY, Francis Leon - 68, St. Peter's, formerly of West Arichat, died November 16, 2001, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of the late Edmund and Lillian (Perrot) Dorey. He is survived by daughters, Gail Samways (Rick), Halifax; Karen Daisley (Edward), Port Hawkesbury; Connie Dorey (Clarence), Lower River;
son, Francis Jr. (Nancy), Dartmouth; sister, Madonna Richard (Gaston), Arichat; seven grandchildren. Visitation will be held 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and 9:30-10:30 a.m. Monday in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral mass will be 11 a.m. Monday in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Condolences can be sent to c.h.boudreau@ns.sympatico.ca.
Saturday, February 16, 2002
DAWSON, John Dan - 71, Hay Cove, died February 14, 2002, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Mount Auburn, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late James and Catherine (MacLeod) Dawson. He worked for Scotia Limestone and retired from the Department of Transportation in 1995. He is survived by his wife, the former Vera Landry; sons, Robert (Sue), Carl (Laura), both in Alberta; Richard (Tammy), at home; brother, Daniel (Judy), Dudley, Mass.; sisters, Dolena Barr, Dartmouth; Eileen Briand, at home. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and Sunday in Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Monday in Calvin Presbyterian Church, Loch Lomond, Pastor Kevin Richardson
officiating. Burial to follow in Lochside Cemetery. Donations may be made to Kidney Foundation of Canada, Nova Scotia Branch. Arrangements are under the direction of the Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.
Monday, February 25, 2002
DOREY, Mary Gerata "Rita" - 74, Halifax, whose journey of life ended peacefully on February 23, 2002, after a short but courageous battle against esophagus cancer in the VG Site, QEII, Halifax. Born in Port Felix, Guysborough Co., June 18, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Jeffrey and Madeline (Bond) Pelrine. She loved life, her family and spending time in Janvrins Harbour, Cape Breton. She was a caring housekeeper and loving mother. She leaves behind her husband of over 50 years, Arthur; loving sons, Albert, Michael, as well as a special member of the family, Pierre, all of Halifax; sisters, Matilda (Godfrey) Gaudet, Janvrins Harbour, Cape Breton; Jan (Oscar) Perry, Bedford; brothers, Stanley (Lillian), Jimmie (Marie), both of Halifax; Clayton (Stella), Port Royal, Cape Breton. She was predeceased by twin daughters at birth; sister, Geneva;
brothers, Clarence, Lawson, Walter and Wallace. Very special thanks to her sister, Matilda, for her help and support in the last weeks and to Pierre. Cremation has taken place. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today in J. Albert Walker Funeral Home, 149 Herring Cove Rd., Halifax. Funeral mass 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Mary's Basilica, Father Paul Morris officiating. Reception to follow the service in the church hall. Interment will be at a later date in West Arichat Cemetery, Cape Breton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of choice. Also a special thanks to the nurses of the Palliative Care Unit 7A. The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. (Psalm 23).
Monday, February 25, 2002
DeROACHE, Wilfred George - 91, River Bourgeois, died February 22, 2002, at home. Born in Halifax, he was the son of the late Joseph and Alexina (Dugas) DeRoache. He is survived by sisters, Minnie and Caroline; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Martha (Burke) and sister, Lillian. Visitation was held in River Bourgeois Funeral Home. Funeral mass
will be held 2 p.m. today in St. John The Baptist Church, Rev. Sandy MacNeil officiating. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to St. John The Baptist Church. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.
Tuesday, March 12, 2002
DOYLE SCULL, Margaret - 67, Wicomico Church, Va., U.S.A., formerly of Arichat, died Wednesday, March 6, 2002. She is survived by her husband of 29 years, Robert W. Scull of Wicomico Church; sister, Sister Monica M. Doyle, Kingston, Jamaica; brother, Paul C. Doyle, Arichat; 11 nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, George, Edward, Frank. She graduated with honours from St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, in 1955 with a bachelor's degree in nursing. After teaching in nursing programs across Canada, she entered University of Michigan, receiving a master's degree in nursing in 1967. She taught in nursing programs at Vanderbilt University, University of Kentucky and Rhode Island University, before
moving to Richmond, Va. to enter the Nurse Practitioner Program at VCU Medical College of Virginia in 1975. She was a nurse practitioner in the Department of Cardiology at MCV for 20 years before retiring in 1996. An active cruiser under sail and small boat racer, she was a member of the Great Wicomico Cruising Club and Rappahannock River Yacht Club. A memorial service was held in Wicomico Episcopal Church at 11 a.m. on March 9, followed by a reception in the church hall. Memorial contributions may be made to Department of Cardiology, VCU Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA 23261, in care of its chairman, Dr. George Vetrovec.
GLOUCESTER DAILY TIMES Friday, March 29, 2002
BRIAN D. DOYLE, 59, died early Wednesday morning at his home following an extended battle with cancer. He was the husband of Rosemary E. (Graham) Doyle. Born in Gloucester on May 21, 1942, he was the son of the late Augustine P.N.and Genevieve A. (Rose) Doyle. He was a graduate of Gloucester High School, class of 1962, and had resided in Gloucester for most of his life. He was also a quartermaster in the U.S. Navy in the early 1960s. Mr. Doyle was employed as a supervisor for the Boston & Maine Railroad for more than 20 years. He was a member of the Republican Lodge, A.F.& A.M. in Greenfield and the Melha Temple Shrine in Springfield. He was an avid model shipbuilder and enjoyed traveling in this R.V. across the
United States and Canada. He took great joy in giving historic trolley tours to the children of Cape Ann . In addition to his wife of 35 years, he is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Amy E. and Charles O. Elwell of Rockport; two sons and daughters-in-law, Shawn D. and Sukki Doyle of Denver, Colo., and Brenden R. Doyle and Sara O'Connell of Gloucester; six
grandchildren, Nicholas, Cameron, Paige and Morgan Elwell, all of Rockport, and Shane andm Mindy Doyle, both of Denver, Colo.; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Maureen and Fred Bennett of Bradenton, Fla., and Sharon and Ado Torrisi of Clearwater, Fla.; a brother and sister-in-law, Kevin and Diane Doyle of Panama City, Fla.; an aunt, Dorothy Rose of Gloucester; and many nieces and nephews.
DOYLE,--- Of Gloucester, on March 27, 2002, Brian D. Doyle , 59, husband of Rosemary E. (Graham) Doyle and father of Amy E. Elwell and Shawn D. and Brenden R. Doyle. Funeral services will be held tomorrow in the Pike-Grondin Funeral Home, 61 Middle St., Gloucester, at 11 a.m. Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend. at the family's request, there are no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Restoration Fund of The Gloucester Adventure, P.O. Box 1306, Gloucester, MA, 01930.
Friday, May 24, 2002
DAVID, Agnes Amelia - 76, Petit de Grat, died peacefully May 23, 2002, with her loving family by her side. Born in River Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Alvina (Landry) Landry. She will be sadly missed by daughters, Claire (Mrs Benedict Clannon), Monica (Mrs Bobby Duffney), Wanda (Mrs Kenny MacDonald), all of Petit de Grat; Nancy
(Mrs Julian Richer), Port Royal; Noreen (Mrs Charles Paupin), West Arichat; Judy (Mrs Gary Oake), Eastern Passage; Donalda (Mrs Rene LeBlanc), Lower Sackville; sons, Blaise, Huntley, Cecil, Hubert, Randy, all of Petit de Grat; sisters, Charlotte (Mrs Fred LeBlanc), River Bourgeois; Mrs Milda Clattenburg, Oromocto, N.B.; brothers, Cletus, Gervase, both of River Bourgeois; 24 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur James David; sisters, Ethel, Laura, Theresa; brother, Leo Huntley. Visiting will take place today from 2-9 p.m. and Saturday 11-2:30 p.m. in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Mass of Christian Burial will be 3 p.m. Saturday in St. Joseph's Church, Petit de Grat, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating, assisted by Rev Stephane Bouchet. Burial to follow in Star of the Sea Cemetery, Petit de Grat.
Memorial donations to the ROCK Center in Port Hawkesbury or Richmond Villa Alzheimers Unit. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at: c.h.boudreau@ns.sympatico.ca
Friday, July 5, 2002
DOREY, William Albert - 87, West Arichat, died July 4, 2002, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston, Richmond Co. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of the late George and Alma (Fougere) Dorey. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Evelyn (Covin); daughters, Violet (Leon) Bonin, Kathleen (John) Dorey, Zita (James) Boudreau, Evangeline (Leonard) Dorey; sons, Joseph (Jean), Port Hawkesbury; Ambrose (Rosemond), Arthur (Collette), Telma (Betty), David (Anne), all of West Arichat; 20 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; brothers, Elexie (Violet), Albert, West Arichat; Wilfred (Violet), Halifax; sisters, Laura Gerrard, West Arichat; Martha Murphy, Seattle, Wash. He was predeceased by brothers, Joe, Edmond, Walter; sisters,
Mary, Lena, Evangeline. Visitation will be 2-9 p.m. today and 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday in I.M.L. Funeral Home, 3450 Hwy. 206, Petit de Grat. Funeral mass will be held 1 p.m. Saturday in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, West Arichat, Rev. Yvan Loignon officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to Immaculate Conception Church Fund.
Bernard P. Digout – 1981
Baddeck – Bernard Peter Digout, 59, of Baddeck, died Tuesday in Halifax. Born in River Bourgeois, Antigonish County, he was the son of the late Tom and Marie (Landry) Digout. He was an employee of Standard Paving, Halifax, for 42 years. Surviving are his wife, the former Anna Ferguson; four sons, Peter, David, Richard and Dennis, all of Halifax; two sisters, Ethel, St. Peter’s, Guysborough County, and Mary, Green Island, N.Y.; six brothers, Leo, River Bourgeois, Martin, St. Peters, Alex, New York, Charlie, London, Ont., Andrew, Winnipeg, and Vincent, Dartmouth, and five grandchildren. He was predeceased by several brothers. The body will be in MacAskil’s Funeral Home, Baddeck, after 2 p.m. today. Funeral service will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday in Knox Presbyterian Church, Rev. Ian MacLeod officiating, with burial in Greenwood Cemetery, Baddeck. Donations may be made to the Canadian Heart Foundation.
Wilfred Dugas – 1983
Arichat – Wilfred Dugas, 71, of Halifax, formerly of River Bourgeois died Thursday in Victoria General Hospital. Born in River Bourgeois, he was a son of the late Isiah and Annie (Landry) Dugas. He is survived by a brother Simon, Halifax; two sisters, Mrs. Louise Forster, Halifax; and Carrie (Mrs. Roy Trueman), River Bourgeois. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Tyrell. Funeral will be 10 a.m. today in Our Lady of Assumption Church, Arichat, with interment in the parish cemetery.
Saturday, August 3, 2002
DOIRON, John "Jack" - 54, Shubenacadie, passed away August 1, 2002, in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of Georgina (Richard) Boucher, Arichat and the late Harry Doiron. He worked with the Canadian Merchant Marine on the Great Lakes for 18 years. Jack was a resident of Shubenacadie for over 10 years, previously of Enfield. He was a member of St. Bridget's Roman Catholic Church, Shubenacadie. He was active in Children's Aid Society as a parent counselor and foster parent. Jack was a real enthusiast of water and boats. He will be sadly missed by his wife,
Marg; sons, Kenneth, at home; Adrian, Brookfield; James and Jonathan, both at home; daughter, Jennifer, Casper, Wyo.; sisters, Helen Boudreau (Joe), Hazel Bouchard (René), both of Arichat; Brenda Jeffrey (Bobby), Louisdale; Margaret Moreau (Paul), Port Hawkesbury; Vonnie MacPhee (Ken), Sault St. Marie, Ont.; brother, Wayne (Mary), Edmonton; several nieces and nephews. Besides his father, he was predeceased by brother, Christian. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in Ettinger Funeral, Shubenacadie. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 6, in St. Bridget's Church, Shubenacadie, Father Arthur Gouthro, S.A. officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. On-line condolences may beexpressed by going to Ettinger Funeral Home's website:www.funeralscanada.com/homes/ettinger and clicking on "contact us".
DIGOUT, Alfred (Fred) 80, River Bourgeois, died peacefully August 29, 1998in Strait Richmond Hospital. He was a son of the late Victor and Mary.Emma (Landry) Digout. Fred Was interested in sports throughout his life; he played baseball, hockey and was an avid sports fisherman and hunter. He operated a lumbering and sawmill business for many years and was Municipal Building Inspector for Richmond County. He is survived by his wife, the former Therese. Baccardax; sons, Louis (Mary), David (Debbie), River Bourgeois; Albert; (Wendy) Toronto; daughter, Gloria (Brian) Latimer, Sydney River,12 grandchildren; sisters, Margaret (Alfred) Richard, Germaine Mombourquette, River Bourgeois; brothers, Charles (Frances), George (Sharon) River Bourgeois; Vincent (Marie), Marshall (Eileen), Ferd (Norma) Brantford, Stan (Marge), Saskatchewan; brothers-in-law, Rev. Peter Baccardax, Paul Baccardax, sisters in law, Estelle Bonna, Cecilia Baccardax, Margaret Digout. He was predeceased by brother, Arthur, (Tattoo). Visitation at River Bourgeois Funeral Home, today from 2 4,7 9 p.m. Funeral in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Donations may be made to Strait Area Right to Life, Strait Richmond Hospital or the charity of choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home.
DOYLE, Howard Leo – 75, D’Escousse, Richmond Co., died November 8, 1997, in St. Martha’s Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Rocky Bay, Richmond Co., he was the son of the late Charles and Blanch (Keating) Doyle. He was in the Royal Royal Canadina Naval Reserve, serving overseas during the Second World War. Surviving are his wife, the former Christine Clark, daughters, Iris (Mrs. Richard Terfey), Mount Uniacke; Paula (Mrs. Larry Connors); Monica (Mrs. George Henley), both of Halifax; step-daughters Jean (Mrs. Paul Samson), Cap La Ronde; Mary Clark, at home; sons, Henry and wife Nancy, D’Escousse; Robert and wife Betty, Mount Uniacke; David and wife Faye, Poulamon; Michael and wife Ellen, Sackville; stepsons Charlie Clark and wife Lorette, D’Escousse; Jimmy Clark and wife Sheila, Samsonville; sister, Mary C. (Norellen) James and companion Ernest Landry; 17 grnadchildren17 grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, jennie Tavenor; brothers Rosco, Lester, Leonard, Joseph in infancy; sister, Eva. Funeral mass will ne held today in St. Hyacinth Parish Church, D’Escousse, Rev. John MacDonald officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to St. Hyacinth Parish Cemetery fund. Arrangements entrusted to IML Funeral Services, Petit de Grat.
ANITA LOUISE DORT
The death of Anita Louise Dort, 66, of Lochside, Richmond County, occurred at the Strait Richmond Hospital in Evanston on Monday, November 12, 1990. Born in Arichat, she was the daughter of the late James and Annie Louise (DeRoche) Forrest.
She is survived by her husband, Albert; a daughter, Linda (MrsTerry Cameron), Calgary; Alberta; six sons, Leonard Forrest, Cape North; Andrew, Jerry, David, all of Lochside; Francis, Petit de Grat; Edward, Edmonton; one sister, Mrs Minnie Edwards, Pondville; two brothers, Albert, Cornelius, both of Pondville; 16 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by two brothers, Bertie and Joseph. The body rested at the C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home Ltd. in Arichat. Funeral Mass was held from Our Lady of Assumption Church in Arichat on Wednesday; November 14, officiated by Rev. Conrad Girroir. Burial took place in the parish cemetery. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home Ltd. in Alichat.
LESTER SYLVESTER DOYLE
Lester Sylvester Doyle, 78, D'Escousse, Richmond County, died Thursday, January 7, 1993 at the Strait Richmond Hospital in...
DeROCHE, Simon 89, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, Richmond County, formerly of Martinique, Richmond County, died May 16,1993, in the home. Born in Martinique, he was a son of the late Theodore and Elizabeth (Benoit) DeRoche. He is survived by a stepson, Joe Shannon, Martinique; brother, Elias, St. Peter's. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Louise Pellrine; two sisters, Margaret, Sarah; two brothers, Vincent, Charles. Visitation will be 6 9 p.m. tonight in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Joseph Cote officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery.
Obituaries in the East Hartford Gazette - 9/26/2002
Charles Arthur DeVaux: veteran, umpire
Charles Arthur DeVaux, 71 of East Hartford, Connecticut died April 17, 2002.
He was the son of the late Charles A. and Sarah (Gallup) DeVaux. He was the husband of Louise (Winowiecki) DeVaux. Charlie was a veteran of the Korean War Conflict, serving in the US Airforce. He was the former owner/operator of DeVaux's Shell Station in East Hartford. He had previously retired from the Conn. Dept of Mental Retardation and the US Army Reserves.
He was a member of the American Legion, Post 200, Rocky Hill, CT. Charlie was very involved in East Hartford youth baseball and was a member of the CT Approved Baseball Umpires for 40 years.
Besides his wife, he is survived by three daughters: Alice Grillo, Beverly Foley and Lorrie Pyka; three sons - Charles A. DeVaux III, John Devaux, and James DeVaux; 15 grandchildren and two gr-grandchildren. He is also survived by three brothers: Harold, Robert, and John; and a sister Patricia. Burial with military honors was in Silver Lane Cemetary, East Hartford, CT
St Louis Parish. He is survived by his wife, Patricia (Pottie); daughters-Carolyn,Lower River;Valerie,Port
Hawkesbury;Louise,Louisbourg;sons-Brian,Rocky Bay;Wallie, Collingwood;Jamus,Louisdale;stepdaughters-June,Port Hawkesbury;Cindy,River Bourgeois;Susan, Janvrin's Island;stepsons-Paul,Poirierville,Peter, Port Hawkesbury; sisters,Violet,Viola,Agnes,Sandra,Jean,isabelle,and Bertha;brothers-Joseph, George, Amadee Wilfred, Angus and Alfred; 4
grandchildren;16 stepgrandchildren;3 step ggreatchildren.He was predeceased by son,David;daughter in infancy; granddaughter,Lisa Marie; ggranddaughter,Andrea;sisters-Helen and Theresa.Cremation has taken place.
Celebration of Life will be held 2 p.m. today in St Louis Parish Church, Father Gary MacPherson officiating.Burial in Immaculate Conception Parish Cemetery ,West Arichat, at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the St Louis Parish Paving Project or Rosary Park. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to C. H. Funeral Home,Arichat. On line condolences can be sent to the family at c.h.boudreau@ns.sympatico.ca
"I believe that Clifford was married (1) to Mary Hill of Balmoral,with whom he had all his children except Jamus.Jamus's mother is Patricia Pottie, d/o Joseph Pottie and Marcelline Fougere,widow of Alex Fougere of Poulamond."
Lean Samson
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper
Tuesday, May 20, 2003
DeYOUNG, Elgin Kenneth - 58, West Arichat, died May 19, 2003, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Inverness, he was a son of the late Paul Cornelius and Gertrude (MacKinnon )
DeYoung. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 40 years, Juliette Mary (Meunier); daughter, Shirley Samson (Bradley), West Arichat; sons, Paul (Karen), Darrell, both of Dartmouth; sister, Pauline Shannon (Lester), Martinique; brother, Malcolm (Jean), Arichat; grandchildren, Nicole Ann, Kenneth Murdock John, Aneisa Leigh. He was predeceased by brothers, Murdock John, and Paul in infancy. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held to celebrate Elgin's life, Wednesday afternoon at 2 p.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Stephane Gamache officiating. Burial to follow in Immaculate Conception Parish Cemetery, West Arichat. Memorial donations may be made to Strait Richmond Hospital Palliative Care Foundation. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at: c.h.boudreau@ns.sympatico.ca
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
Thursday, July 3, 2003
MAHER (Digout), Claire Elizabeth Virginia - 62, Plymouth, England, passed away peacefully at home in the presence of her husband Pat on July 2, 2003. Born in St. Peter's, she was a daughter of Sarah Digout, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's and the late Dr. Joseph H. Digout. She was a teacher who taught several years in Nova Scotia and than she moved to England in the early 70s. Besides her mother, she is survived by her husband, Pat, Plymouth, England; sister, Yvonne (Gillis) Strachan, Mulgrave; brother, Daniel (Carmella) Digout, Lower Sackville; many nieces and nephews. Services will be held in Plymouth, England at a later date. Memorial masses may be said or donations may be made to Canadian Liver Foundation, Halifax Chapter.
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
Thursday, July 17, 2003
DOIRON, Ephrem Wilfred - Died July 15, 2003, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of the late William and Victoria (Martell) Doiron. He worked for the municipality for many years. He is survived by his wife, Bertha; son, Richard; two grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. He was the last surviving member of his immediate
family. He was predeceased by sisters, Amelia, Laura, Alice and Anita; brothers, Wallace, Francis, Harry and Clarence. Cremation has taken place. No visitation. Donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Arrangements are entrusted to I.M.L. Funeral Services, 3450 Hwy. 206, Petit de Grat.
Here is an obit that George would not have known was connected to Isle Madame:
This young man was the grandson of Mary Melina Leblanc, daughter of Joseph Walter LeBlanc & Margaret Anne 'Diana' Samson, who married Thomas Richard Hibbetts of Halifax. Her daughter, Jo Anne Hibbitts was this young man's mother.
Jeanne
DOWELL, Joseph Thomas "Joey"
DOWELL, Joseph Thomas "Joey" - 19, Oldham, passed away July 30, 2003, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax, after an All Terrain Vehicle accident. Born in Halifax, he was the son of Dexter and Joanne (Hibbitts) Dowell. He was a grade 12 graduate of Lockview High School. He was employed with Ledwidge Lumber Mill and two years at the Irving Big Stop, Enfield. He loved fishing, hunting and four wheeling. Besides his parents, he is survived by sister, Amanda, at home; foster parents, Edward and Caroline Williams, Pockwock; foster brothers, Paul and Jamie; foster sister, Kristen; godfather, Bob Hibbitts; godmother, Joyce Boutilier; a number of aunts and uncles and many friends. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Thomas and Mary Hibbitts, Perry and Muriel Dowell. Visitation will be 1-10 p.m. Saturday, August 2, in Ettinger Funeral Home, Shubenacadie. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, August 3, in Riverview United Church, Elmsdale, Nancy Ritchie officiating. Burial in Elmsdale Cemetery. Donations may be made to Elmsdale Cemetery, c/o Charles Donaldson, 145 Hwy. 2, Enfield, NS B2T 1C8. On-line condolences may be sent to: ettinger@funeralscanada.com
Monday, October 27 2003, The Halifax Herald Limited
DAWSON-MacPHERSON, Kiley Jacqueline
DAWSON-MacPHERSON, Kiley Jacqueline - Daughter of Monique Dawson and Gordon MacPherson, passed away suddenly October 24, 2003, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, at almost one year of age. Born November 2, 2002, Kiley survived an extremely premature birth, overcame many hurdles and became a true miracle baby. Despite her early difficulties, she was growing into an alert, intelligent and happy child with a big smile for everyone and a keen interest in the people and world around her. Her cheerful personality and ready laughter brought joy to all who met her. Her sudden passing has come as a great shock to her family, and she will be missed by all. She was predeceased by her twin sister, Monica Ann on November 2, 2002. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, October 28 at 11 a.m. in St. Theresa's Church, Sydney. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Neo-natal Intensive Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.
Monday, October 27 2003, The Halifax Herald Limited
DAWSON-MacPHERSON, Kiley Jacqueline
DAWSON-MacPHERSON, Kiley Jacqueline - Daughter of Monique Dawson and Gordon MacPherson, passed away suddenly October 24, 2003, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, at almost one year of age. Born November 2, 2002, Kiley survived an extremely premature birth, overcame many hurdles and became a true miracle baby. Despite her early difficulties, she was growing into an alert, intelligent and happy child with a big smile for everyone and a keen interest in the people and world around her. Her cheerful personality and ready laughter brought joy to all who met her. Her sudden passing has come as a great shock to her family, and she will be missed by all. She was predeceased by her twin sister, Monica Ann on November 2, 2002. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, October 28 at 11 a.m. in St. Theresa's Church, Sydney. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Neo-natal Intensive Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.
I also want to send an Obit that will be posted in the Halifax Herald on Dec 15, 2003 of my Aunt Ada who had a summer place in Martinique. She had bought Aunt Sadie and Charlie Martell's home and sold it in the last few years.
Well Ada passed away in November. Some of you might have know Ada and our family. Ada, myself, and my grandmother Evangeline lived in Martinque, I left in the early 60's and Ada and Evangeline left in the Late 60's I
believe. you all have a good day
sincerely
Heather
DeROACHE-PIPHER, Ada Mary -52, Oshawa, Ont. On November 19, 2003, Ada went to be with the Lord, after a courageous battle with cancer. Ada was born February 13,1951, in Arichat, the daughter of Evangeline DeYoung (Landry) and the late Vincent DeRoache. She did volunteer work with the Victorian Order of Nurses and spent 30 years working as a pharmacy assistant. Ada is survived by her husband, Dan; sisters, Mary Stevenson (Roger), Mae Bradley, Frances Taylor (Gerard); brothers, Wallace, Dominique (Donna), Alvin; many nieces, nephews, and sister-in-law, Joan Pipher. She was predeceased by her stepfather, Dominique DeYoung. She is sadly missed by family and friends. We know Ada is now safe in the arms of God, where we will all meet her some day. The Family would like for you to join them as they remember Ada in a Memorial Service on December 17, at 9:30 a.m. in The Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise.
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
Wednesday, December 24, 200
DOIRON, Lorraine K. - 94, Arborstone Enhanced Care, Halifax. We regretfully announce the passing of our dear mother Lorraine with her family at her side on December 22, 2003. Born in West Arichat, Cape Breton, she was a daughter of the late Mary Elizabeth (Gerrard) and Peter Paupin. She worked at the Carlton Hotel and the Nova Scotian Hotel, until her retirement. Surviving are daughters, Frances (Steve) Carraggi, Florida; Leona (Dave) Molloy, Chris (Lawrence) Slaunwhite, and son, Wesley (Carmella), all of Lower Sackville; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Leon, West Arichat; sister, Lena, Guysborough. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles; sisters, Lavina, Evangeline, Jeannette. Cremation has taken place. No visiting by request. Funeral 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 30, in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat. Donations to any charity.
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
Tuesday, January 13, 2004
DEVEAU (Boudreau), Mary Ann - 77, Halifax, passed away in the VG Site, QEII, Palliative Care. Born in Little Anse, Cape Breton, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Eugenie (Samson) Boudreau. She spent most of her life in Halifax. She was a kind, generous, loving person with a "heart of gold". She will be greatly missed by her husband and family. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Arthur; sisters, Maud (Joe) Bourque, New Glasgow; Lizer Mae Samson, New Brunswick; Hilda (Arthur) Landry, North Sydney; Marina (Helaire) Marchand. She was predeceased by sisters, Alma and Blanche; stepbrothers, Joe, Amedie and Helaire. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. today in J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax. Memorial mass 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 14, in St. Theresa's Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Thomas White officiating. Reception to follow in the church basement. On-line e-mail condolences to: 1016@alderwoods.com
Halifax Herald January 31, 2004
DAKAI, Mary Matilda "Tillie" - 93, Jimtown, Antigonish Co., formerly of Middle Cape, Cape Breton Co., died peacefully on January 6, 2004, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late Simone and Jane (DeCoste) Sampson. Tillie lived most of her life in Middle Cape, but moved to Antigonish in 1998 to live with her niece Brenda and the Berthiaume family. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by Brenda, Jerry Sr., Jerry Jr., Breton, Ben, Melissa Anne and Jessie. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles; son, Clifford; brothers, Joe, Charles, Benny, and Alex; sister, Angeline; grandnephew, Luke. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 7, in St. Mary's Church, Big Pond,
Rev. Joe Gillis officiating. Memorial donations to St. Mary's Parish Fund.
On-line condolences at: www.clcurry.com
DeWOLFE, Raymond Richard "Dick", Age 70 of Rocky Mt., North Carolina, formerly of Marlboro, Massachusetts, died Thursday, February 19, 2004, of an apparent aortic anuyersym (sp?). Born December 22, 1933 in Waltham, Massachusetts the son of the late Raymond P. DeWolfe (d. 1986), and Sophie L. Cylinski DeWolfe (d. 1972). Dick was a member of B.A.S.S. and Bass Masters. He was active in the Moose Lodge in Rocky Mount and was a Korean war veteran. He was
predeceased by a brother, John, in infancy, and a granddaughter, Amy Pierce. He is survived by his wife, Sandra J. DeWolfe, 3 daughters, Donna (Mike) Nelson of Maple Park, IL; Marcy A. DeWolfe of Needham, MA, Nancy L. (Mark) Bullock of Rocky Mt., NC and 3 step-children, Michael (Mary)Pascal, Marlboro, MA, Stephen Pascal and Lisa (Scott) Pierce, both of Hudson, MA; seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; sisters Ann Ferguson and Madeline Brown, both of Pensacola, Florida, and June Ecklund of Sudbury, Mass. Funeral services by Wheeler & Woodlief, Rocky Mt. NC. Burial following
church services at Rocky Mt. Memorial Park with military honors.
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
Tuesday, March 9, 2004
DeCOSTE, Greta Marion - 91, Halifax, formerly of Arichat, passed away March 4, 2004, at her residence in Northwood Manor, Halifax. Born in New Carlisle, Gaspe, Que., she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Margaret E. (Dixon) Hake. She is survived by daughters, Christine McKay (Gervaise), Brooklyn; Carolyn Haines (George), Dartmouth; Elaine Bonnyman (James), New Minas; Debbie Gibson (Garret), Summerside, P.E.I.; stepdaughters, Corona, Poulamon, Helena, Quebec; sons, Leslie (Kay), Bricton; Frederick (Carol), Kentville; William (Louise), Falmouth; brother, Reg, Lonquille, Que.; niece, Winnie, Hubbards; 22 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband, Simon Sabean; second husband, Charles DeCoste; grandson, Paul; stepsons, Levi, Peter; sisters, Irene, Muriel, Doris; brothers, Fred, Bill. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, 633 Lower Rd., Arichat, Wednesday, March 10, from 1 p.m. until time of memorial service which will be heˆò
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
DAVID, Joseph Bernard - Died March 18, 2004, in St. Anne's Community Centre, Arichat. Born in Petit de Grat, he was the son of the late Joseph and Maria (Boudreau) David. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He is survived by his loving wife, Delores; daughters, Vivian (Clyde) Hynes, Stella (Max) Brushett, both of Petit de Grat; Margaret (Rick) Johnson, Truro; son, Adrian (Maxine), Petit de Grat; 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was a veteran and a member of the Merchant Marine. He was an avid gardener, especially growing veggies in his hot house. He also loved feeding the birds, which he was so fond of. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. Funeral mass will take place 11 a.m. Saturday, March 20, in St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Petit de Grat, Rev. Stephane Gamache officiating. Burial at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the compassionate care and direction of I.M.L. Funeral Services, Petit de Grat. Donations may be made to St. Anne's Vet„ø
Mother from West Arichat.
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
Monday, April 5, 2004
DOYLE, Sister Jean - 85, formerly Sister Mary Jude, a Sister of St. Martha of Antigonish, died on Sunday, April 4, 2004, in Bethany, the Motherhouse, in the 67th year of her religious life. Born in Melford, Inverness Co., she was the daughter of the late Daniel O. and Catherine Anne (Boyle) Doyle. Sister Jean entered the Congregation, September 8, 1935 and pronounced her first vows on July 16,1937. From 1937-1940 she studied at Mount St. Bernard College in Antigonish, and obtained a license to teach crafts in the schools in Dominion and Margaree Forks. For one year she taught crafts to patients in Antigonish at St. Martha's Hospital. In 1954 she graduated from Provincial Normal College in Truro with a First Class Academic License, and after receiving her bachelor's degree, she studied for her Master of Arts at Boston University, Boston, Mass., graduating in 1972. She taught regular academic classes in schools in Canso, Dover, East Bay, Portage, Eskasoni, and St. Peter's, and in Picture Butte, Alta. She was a „ø
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
Monday, May 17, 2004
DOREY, Wilfred Charles - 85, Halifax, passed away May 15, 2004, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of the late George and Alma Dorey. He worked at HMCS Dockyards for 38 years. He was an avid hunter and had a great love for the outdoors. He was the loving husband of Violet, to whom he was married for 60 years. He was very proud of the achievements of his five grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Violet Mary (LeBlanc) Dorey; daughter, Cynthia Dorey (Blair Parsons), Halifax; son, Thomas Dorey (Toni), Unionville, Ont.; sisters, Laura Gerrard, West Arichat; Martha Murphy, Seattle, Wash.; Alexina Marcotte, Halifax; brothers, Alexis Dorey and Albert Dorey, both of West Arichat; grandchildren, Scott Dorey, New York; Michael Dorey, Toronto; Christine Dorey, Markham, Ont.; Adam Parsons, Halifax; Anna Parsons, Halifax. He was predeceased by Joe Dorey, Mary Fougere, Lena Gerrior, Edmund Dorey, Willie Dorey, Virginia Joyce, and Walter Dorey. Visitation 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax. Funeral will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 19, in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Bedford Highway. Interment at a later date. Donations to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Special thanks to Helen Searle, Palliative Care and nurses and staff of Melville Gardens. E-mail condolences to: 1016@alderwoods.com
Monday, November 8, 2004
The Halifax Herald Limited
DeYOUNG, Lena Margaret
DeYOUNG, Lena Margaret - 89, Pomquet, Antigonish Co., passed away peacefully
Friday, November 5, 2004, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital. Born in Pomquet on
November 23, 1914, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Annie (Benoit)
Morell. She was a member of St. Croix Parish and was very proud of her Acadian
heritage. Lena was an avid bingo player. Surviving are her husband, Bernard,
Pomquet; daughter, Annie Mae (Barry) Chisholm, Pomquet; son, Joseph (R.K.
MacDonald Nursing Home); cherished granddaughters, Michelle and Nicole Chisholm,
Calgary, Alta.; brother, Willie, Pomquet; and sister, Effie MacGregor, Natick,
Mass. She was predeceased by son, Pierre; brothers, Aloysius, Ambrose, Louie,
Leo; and sister, Bertha. Visitation was held Sunday, and again today from 2-4,
7-9 p.m. in MacIsaac Funeral Home, 61 Pleasant St., Antigonish. Mass of
Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in St. Croix Church, Pomquet, Rev. Peter
Baccardax presiding. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations to St. Martha's
Regional Hospital Foundation.
www.MacIsaacs.ca
In "The chronicle-herald" Halifax newspaper.
Monday, December 6, 2004
DeWOLFE, Mary Lucille - 73, died December 4, 2004, in Strait Richmond Hospital,
Evanston. Born in River Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late Willard and
Mary (MacPhee) Pottie. She is survived by her second husband, Vincent; daughter,
Marlaine (Albert) Burke; sons, Clifford (Wilma) Landry; Dwaine (Cheryl) and
Blaine (Sandra) Landry, both of Antigonish; sisters, Josephine Anderson,
Dartmouth; Alice Sampson, River Bourgeois; brothers, Richard Pottie, Cheticamp;
Edward Pottie, River Bourgeois; 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She
was predeceased by her first husband, Delphis; brothers, Raymond and Herman;
sister, Doris. Cremation has taken place. A respectful gathering with the family
will be held in River Bourgeois Funeral Wake Room from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. December
8. Funeral mass will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, December 9, in St. John the Baptist
Catholic Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Redge Currie officiating. Burial of ashes
to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to River Bourgeois Wake
Room, the cemetery or a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are
entrusted to the compassionate care and direction of I.M.L. Funeral Home,
Petit-de-Grat.
DOREY, Laura Mae - 104, Arichat, formerly of West Arichat, Richmond Co.,
died October 1, 1999, in St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre. Born
November 4, 1894, in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and
Artemise (Forgeron) DesLaurier. She enjoyed her many visits from her family and
friends whom she dearly loved, while she was at St. Anne Community and Nursing
Care and while she was home. Her smile and soft words and gracious memories were
always comforting and which always brightened her room. She was a beloved wife,
mother, sister, grandmother and will be deeply missed by daughters, Mrs.
Beatrice Brow, Halifax; Edith (Mrs. Melvin Boudreau), Pictou Alice (Mrs. Gerry
Landry), Petit De Grat; Coreen (Mrs. Wilfred Bouchard), St. Catharines, Ont.;
Amelia (Mrs. Ronnie Ross), Port Royal; sons, Newman Bona, Port Royal; Valmey
Dorey, MacIntyre Lake, Richmond Co.; Hubert Dorey, D'Escousse; brothers,
Clarence DesLaurier, Halifax; Raymond DesLaurier, Port Royal; 37 grandchildren;
57 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her
first husband, Joe Bona; second husband, Peter Dorey; daughter, Doris; and a set
of twins, Mable and Irene, in infancy; sons, Adrian Dorey, Wilfred Bona, Adrian
Bona, in infancy; sisters, Ida Babin, Gladys Benoit; brothers, Harry, Arthur,
Rene, Clifford, Alexie; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Visitation 2-4,
7-9 p.m. today in C. H.
Boudreau Funeral Home. Funeral 11 a.m. Monday in Immaculate Conception Church,
West Arichat, Rev. Conrad Girroir officiating. Burial to follow in the parish
cemetery. Donations to the Autism Society of Nova Scotia, St. Anne Community and
Nursing Care Centre, Arichat.
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper, Saturday, April 22, 2006
DOREY, Alfred E. - 70, Evanston. It is with much sadness that we announce the
death of our wonderful father, grandfather and brother, which occurred on
Thursday, April 20, 2006, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston, with his loving
family by his side. Born in West Arichat, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late
Mary Alma (Boudreau) and Walter Gus Dorey. Alfred was a crane operator and
worked in the construction industry for 35 years. He was a member of Local 721
International Union of Operating Engineers and a member of St. Francis de Sales
Parish, Lower River Inhabitants. Alfred was a family man and was a devoted
father and grandfather until the very end. He is survived by special friend,
Elsie Bouchie, Port Hawkesbury; daughters, Natasha, at home; Denise (Mike)
Kelly, Port Hastings; sons, Brent (Sharon), Port Hawkesbury; Barry (Sheila),
River Bourgeois; grandchildren, Gina, Ryan, Krista, Riley, Connor, Braden;
sisters, Violet (Alexis) Dorey, Arichat; Viola (James) Tyrrell, Arichat; Agnes
Goyetche, Halifax; Jean (Gerald) Hart, Janvrin's Island; Sandra (John) Clancy,
Mulgrave; Isabelle LeJeune, Mulgrave; Bertha Boudreau, Louisdale; brothers,
Joseph (Mabel), Pictou; George (Doris), Janvrin's Island; Angus (Pearl), Lower
Sackville; Wilfred, River Bourgeois; several nieces and nephews. He was
predeceased by his wife, Patsy (McNamara); sisters, Helen and Theresa, and
brother, Clifford. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be Sunday, April
23, from 2-9 p.m. in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Mass of
Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Monday, April 24, in St. Francis de Sales
Roman Catholic Church, Father Allan MacPhie officiating. Burial will be in St.
Patrick's Cemetery, Whiteside. Donations in memory of Alfred may be made to the
Strait Richmond Palliative Care Society or St. Patrick's Cemetery Fund. Words of
comfort may be forwarded to the family at:
www.haverstocks.com "Rest in peace dear Dad, Grampa/Papa. We will love you
and miss you forever."
DOREY, Herman Bennie
DOREY, Herman Bennie - 83, Janvrin's Harbour, passed away Monday, June 5, 2006,
in St. Anne Centre, Arichat. Born in Janvrin's Harbour, he was a son of the late
Peter John and Bertha (DeCoste) Dorey. He is survived by daughter, Patricia
(Huntley) David, Petit de Grat; sons, John, Glace Bay; Duncan (Margaret),
Raymond (Patricia) Gerald, Paul, and Jason, all residing in Alberta; sister, Eva
MacDonald, Boston; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was
predeceased by his wife, Theresa; infant son, David; brothers, Roddie, John,
Joseph "Lee", Leo, Fred; sisters, Melvina Kempt, Sylvia Lawless, Alice Sullivan,
Coreen Kelly, Margaret Sutherland. Bennie enjoyed playing various musical
instruments, dancing and painting. He had a great love for life and will be
dearly missed by all. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation by
request. Mass of Christian Burial for the late Herman Bennie Dorey will be at
3:30 p.m. on Monday in Immaculate Conception Parish Church, West Arichat, with
Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to St. Anne Centre or the charity of your choice.
The funeral is under the compassionate care and direction of I.M.L. Funeral
Services, Petit de Grat. On-line condolences may be forwarded to the family at:
iml@ns.sympatico.ca
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper, Friday Sept. 15, 2006.
DEVEAUX, Charles William - Poirierville, Richmond Co., passed away at home in
Poirierville on September 12, 2006. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late
Russell and Rita (MacIntosh) Deveaux. He was the sheriff in Richmond County for
many years. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his long-time
companion, Violet LeBlanc; daughters, Denise, Lynn, Paulette; sons, Russell,
Frederick, Stan; sisters, Janine, Joan; brothers, Tom, Lawrence, and Wilfred.
Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation by personal request.
Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or
Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral is under the compassionate care and direction
of I.M.L. Funeral Services, Petit de Grat. On-line condolences may be forwarded
to the family at: iml@ns.sympatico.ca
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper, Tuesday Dec. 26, 2006.
DeCOSTE, Estelle Maria - 85, Arichat, passed away at her residence in St. Anne
Community and Nursing Care Centre in Arichat on December 24, 2006. Born in
Magdalen Islands, she was a daughter of the late Philippe and Celine (Bourgeois)
Miousse. She is survived by daughter, Linda MacNeil (Murdock), Arichat; son,
Edgar (Sylvia), Mount Forest, Ont.; sister, Jeanne, Magdalen Islands; eight
grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her
husband, Albert Francis; son, Donald; three brothers and three sisters. A
memorial service will be held in Our Lady of Assumption Church in Arichat, at a
later date. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home in
Arichat. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at:
www.chboudreau.com
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper, Wednesday Dec. 27, 2006.
DOREY, Violet Mary - 83, Arichat, formerly of West Arichat, passed away at her
residence in St Anne Community & Nursing Care Centre in Arichat on December 25,
2006. Born on Janvrin's Island, she was a daughter of the late Walter Gus and
Mary Alma (Boudreau) Dorey. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Alexis Dorey,
Arichat; daughters, Brenda Boudreau (Adolphe), Arichat; Jeannette Jeffrey, West
Arichat; sisters, Viola Tyrell (Jimmy), Arichat; Agnes Goyetche, Musquodoboit
Harbour; Bertha Boudreau, Louisdale; Isabelle LeJeune, Sandra Clancy (John),
both of Mulgrave; Jean Hart (Gerald), Janvrin's Island; brothers, Angus (Pearl),
Lower Sackville; Joseph (Mabel), Pictou; Amedee, L'Ardoise; George (Doris),
Janvrin's Island; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. She was
predeceased by sisters, Theresa Dorey, Helen Dorey; brothers, Clifford and
Alfred. Visitation will be held today from 2-9 p.m. and Thursday from 10:30
a.m.-12:30 p.m., both in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Mass of Christian
Burial will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, West
Arichat, Rev. Gary MacPherson officiating. Burial to take place in Immaculate
Conception Parish Cemetery, West Arichat. Memorial donations may be made to the
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Canadian Cancer Society. On-line
condolences can be sent to the family at:
www.chboudreau.com