The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 04/27/95
GAUDET, JOSEPH (NELSON)
GAUDET, Joseph (Nelson) - 56, Port Hawkesbury, died April 24, 1995, in Strait
Richmond Hospital. Born in Concession, Digby Co., he was a son of Louise
(Landry) Gaudet, Yarmouth and the late Gerald Gaudet. He managed Central Trust
for many years and was active in the community. He was past president of the
Curling Club and Arthritis Society and was a member of the Inverness School
Board for several years. He was a 3rd degree Knight of Columbus and a renowned
chowder chef. Surviving are his wife, the former Isabel Scott; daughters,
Michelle, Toronto; Melissa (Mrs. Pierre Cloutier), Cold Lake, Alta.; son, Mark,
Halifax; stepchildren, Brenda (Mrs. Darren Boudreau), Halifax; Linda (Mrs.
Robert Burke), St. Peter's; Blair, Port Hawkesbury; brothers, Aaron, Halifax;
sisters, Diane Saulnier, Yarmouth; Phyllis Sweetapple, Halifax; two
grandchildren. Visitation 7-9 p.m. tonight in H.M. Huskilson Funeral Home,
Yarmouth. Funeral 2 p.m. Friday in Notre Dame Church, Yarmouth. Burial in
Yarmouth Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation
of Nova Scotia or Canadian Diabetes Association.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 05/24/95
GOODWIN, ERVINE REEDE
GOODWIN, Ervine Reede - 74, Yarmouth, died May 22, 1995, in Yarmouth Regional
Hospital. Born in Lower Argyle, Yarmouth County, he was a son of the late Alonzo
and Freedonia (Hamilton) Goodwin. He was a veteran of the Second World War and a
member of the Royal Canadian Legion branch 61, Yarmouth. He was a fisherman all
his working life. Surviving are daughters, Margaret (Mrs. Farrell Higby),
Marsha, Yarmouth; son, Christopher, Yarmouth; brother, Lee,
Ontario; sister, Anna (Mrs. Lionel Landry), Yarmouth; a grandson. He was
predeceased by his wife, the former Anna Moffatt; daughter, Heather; brothers,
Arnold, Ernest, Gerald, Hermon, Erskin; sisters, Adena, Cora. Visitation 2-4,
7-9 p.m. today, legion service 7:30 p.m. tonight, funeral 2 p.m. Thursday, all
in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Yarmouth, Rev. J. Symonds officiating, assisted by
Paul Branscombe. Burial in Our Lady of Calvary Cemetery, Yarmouth. Donations to
any charity.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 12/10/96
Category: News
GRAY, MARY LILA
GRAY, Mary Lila - 67, Halifax, passed away, December 9, 1996, in QEII Health
Sciences Centre, VG Site, after a short illness and courageous struggle. She was
the daughter of the late Dr. Joseph and Agnes Landry, also of Halifax. She
worked several years with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ottawa. She later
worked with the Department of Employment and Immigration as a project officer,
travelling the province of Nova Scotia in their job creation branch. She is
survived by daughters, Lynda-Anne (Peter Fletcher, Ottawa); SueEllen (Gerry
McCarron, Ottawa); Nancy-Lou, Halifax; son, John (Susanna Prentiss, Dartmouth);
grandchildren, Asha, Danny, Sean, Julia and Devon; sister, Linda Partington
(Bob, Halifax); brothers, Joe Landry (Geraldine, Vineland, Ont.), Paul Landry
(Mary, Fairfield, Conn.); John Landry (Colleen, Halifax) and
Peter Landry (Margo Wilkinson, Dartmouth). She was predeceased by infant
daughter, Mary-Jo; sister, Nancy Hubley. She leaves behind many cousins, nieces,
nephews and devoted friends, both near and far, who loved her for her generosity
and vibrant sense of humour. Her nurturing spirit and selfless devotion touched
the lives of all who were fortunate enough to have known her. Cremation has
taken place. Arrangements entrusted to J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St.,
Halifax, with visiting on Wednesday, December 11, from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Funeral
service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, December 12, at St. Lawrence Roman
Catholic Church, 3473 Dutch Village Rd., Rev. John Williams officiating. Burial
of ashes will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be
made to St. Lawrence Family Centre.
The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 12/10/96
GRAY, MARY LILA
GRAY, Mary Lila - 67, Halifax, passed away, December 9, 1996, in QEII Health
Sciences Centre, VG Site, after a short illness and courageous struggle. She was
the daughter of the late Dr. Joseph and Agnes Landry, also of Halifax.
She worked several years with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ottawa. She
later worked with the Department of Employment and Immigration as a project
officer, travelling the province of Nova Scotia in their job creation branch.
She is survived by daughters, Lynda-Anne (Peter Fletcher, Ottawa); SueEllen
(Gerry McCarron, Ottawa); Nancy-Lou, Halifax; son, John (Susanna Prentiss,
Dartmouth); grandchildren, Asha, Danny, Sean, Julia and Devon; sister, Linda
Partington (Bob, Halifax); brothers, Joe Landry (Geraldine, Vineland, Ont.),
Paul Landry (Mary, Fairfield, Conn.); John Landry (Colleen, Halifax) and Peter
Landry (Margo Wilkinson, Dartmouth). She was predeceased by infant daughter,
Mary-Jo; sister, Nancy Hubley. She leaves behind many cousins, nieces, nephews
and devoted friends, both near and far, who loved her for her
generosity and vibrant sense of humour. Her nurturing spirit and selfless
devotion touched the lives of all who were fortunate enough to have known her.
Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to J.A. Snow Funeral Home,
2666 Windsor St., Halifax, with visiting on Wednesday, December 11, from 2-4,
7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, December 12, at St.
Lawrence Roman Catholic Church, 3473 Dutch Village Rd., Rev. John Williams
officiating. Burial of ashes will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to St. Lawrence Family Centre.
Robert Gibson- Apr 18, 1981
River Bourgeois- Robert Glen Gibson, 45, of River Bourgeois died
Friday. Born in Brandon, Man., he was a son of Samuel and Kelsie (Platford)
Gibson. Surviving besides his wife Joy are two sons, Alan and Donnie,
both of River Bourgeois;
three daughters, Kathie, Halifax; Barbara and Jennifer, both at home;
a sister, Mrs. Beverly Page, Winnipeg. He was predeceased by a son Douglas
Glen. The body will be in Alex A. Morrison's Funeral Home, St. Peter's,
after 5 p.m. today.
Funeral will be 2 p.m. Monday in St. Peter's United Church, Rev.
Dan Gunn officiating, with cremation to follow.
GIRROIR,Raymond Peter-82,West Arichat,Richmond Co.,died Friday in Strait
Richmond Hospital,Evanston.Born in Arichat,he was a son of the late Jean
Baptist and Mabel(Girroir)Girroir.He was a member of Co-operative Associations.He
is survived by two sisters,Mrs.Sophie Samson,Petit de Grat;Sister Nancy
Girroir,Moncton,N.B.;two brothers,Thomas,OFM Cap.,Cacouna,Que.;Rev.Conrad
Girroir,West Arichat.He was predeceased by five sisters,Sister Eva Mae,Genevieve,Petronille,Sophie,Eva
Mae in infancy;four brothers Amedde,William,Euclid,Edmund.The body is
in C.H.Boudreau Funeral Home,Arichat,visiting 1-2:30pm today.Funeral will
be 3pm today in Immaculate Conception Church,West Arichat,Rev.Conrad Girrior
and Rev.John J. MacDonald officiating.Burial will be later in parish cemetery.Donations
may be made to Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat.
GOYETCHE GODFREY- 86,Worcester,Mass.,died March 22,1996,in Memorial Hospital.Worcester.Born
in Cape Auguet,he was the son of the late Arthur and Emily Ann (DeCoste)Goyetche.In
his early years,he followed a seafaring career on fishing schooners,sailing
out of the ports of Montauk,N.Y.,and Gloucester,Mass.Surviving are sister,Ida
Stone,Arichat;brother,Arthur,West Bay;numerous nieces and nephews.He
was predeceased by stepbrother,Wilfred;brothers,Clarence,Delore;sister,Mary
Louise.
Cremation has taken place.Memorial service and burial will be held
at a later date in Our Lady of Assumption Cemetery,Arichat.
Sept. 05, 1998; page D27
GOYETCHE, Raymond Alexander - 76, Halifax, died peacefully in QEII Health
Sciences Centre on September 3, 1998. Born in Cape Auguet, Richmond Co.,
he was a son of the late Miller and Almeir (Boudreau) Goyetche. He was
a veteran of the Second World War having served in the Canadian Army. He
was an employee with Yellow Cab for many years retiring in 1992. He enjoyed
camping, fishing and hunting. He is survived by his wife, Margaret (Martell);
sons,Barry and Kevin, Halifax; daughters, Rosalyn and husband Murray
Edmunds, Halifax; Heather and husband Robert Lynch, St. Margarets
Bay; granddaughters, Tracy and Shauna Edmunds,
Miranda and Kate Goyetche, Halifax; Rebecca and Marissa Lynch, St.
Margarets Bay; sister, Gladys Boudreau, Burlington, Mass.; brothers,
Clarence and Eddie, Cape Auguet; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased
by brothers, Freddie and Walter; sisters, Priscilla Goyetche, Rita Martell,
Freda Landry, Isabelle Olsen and Emma Goyetche; stepmother, Mary Goyetche.
Funeral will be 9:30 a.m. today, September 5, in St. Michael's Church, Herring
Cove Road, Rev. Ronald Cairns officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Kidney Foundation of Canada, Nova Scotia
Branch, or Canadian Diabetes Association.
Arrangements entrusted to J. Albert Walker Funeral Home, Halifax.
November 13, 1998; page D13
GOYETCHE, M. Evangeline (Eva) - 90, Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home, formerly
of Antigonish Manor, died November 12, 1998, in the home. Born in Cape
Auguet, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late Alcide and Alexina
(Samson) Goyetche. She worked in the United States for many years. Upon returning
to Canada, she worked as housekeeper for priests in Petit- de-Grat, Arichat,
Brook Village and Antigonish until her retirement. Surviving are sisters,
Margaret (Eugene) White, Louisdale; Anita White, Moncton, N.B.; brothers,
Joseph (Dorothy), Bathurst, N.B.; Alfred (Helen), Dartmouth. She was predeceased
by sisters, Eliza, Germaine, Theresa; brothers, Joseph and Charles in
infancy, David, Peter, Amedee, Raymond. Visitation 2- 4, 7-9 p.m. Saturday
in C.L. Curry Funeral Home, 135 College St., Antigonish. Funeral 2 p.m.
Sunday in St. Ninian's Cathedral, Rev. Bill Crispo officiating. Burial
in the parish cemetery. Family flowers only please. Memorial donations
may be made to St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home
or the charity of choice.
Feb. 24, 1999; page C03
GAGNON, Joseph Valerien "Frenchy" - 70, Louisdale, Richmond Co., passed
away peacefully, February 23, 1999, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston.
Born April 24, 1928, in St. Felicien, Que., he was a son of the late Ludger
and Eva (St. Gelais) Gagnon. He was a member of St. Louis Roman Catholic
Parish, Louisdale. He was a employed as heavy equipment operator/ mechanic
for H.H. Latimore Construction, Canso Excavators, Beaver Construction and
various other construction companies. Surviving are his wife, Roseanne,
Louisdale; son, Fred, Moncton; granddaughter, Candace, Moncton, N.B.; sisters,
Marie, St. Felicien; Normande, Montreal. He was predeceased by brothers,
Georges, Phillipe, Ulysse; sisters, Mariette, Yvonne, Rose, Georgette, Valerienne.
Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Thursday in Glen Sampson Memorial
Room, Louisdale. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday in Louis Roman Catholic Church,
Louisdale, Rev. Charles Cameron officiating. Burial to follow in
St. Louis Parish Cemetery. Family flowers only. Memorial donations to
St. Louis Parish Cemetery fund or any charity. Arrangements entrusted
to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat.
October 29, 1999
GOYETCHE, Richard J. - 50, St. Peter's, died Tuesday, October 26, 1999,
suddenly in the Strait mRichmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Boston, Mass.,
he was a son of Stella (Harvey) and the late Elmer Henry Goyetche. Surviving
are his mother, Stella, Watertown, Mass.; brothers, Paul, San Jose, Calif.;
Michael, Nahant, Mass.; sister, Jeanette; brother-in-law, Gerry Hoffman;
niece, Gina; nephew, Luke, all of America Canyon, Calif.; aunt, Valerie
Goyetche, St. Peter's; several cousins in Canada and the U.S.A. Richard
was a graduate of Boston State College and taught school in Georgetown,
Mass. for several years. He later moved to Cape Breton, where he had deep
roots and loved to be. His remains will be resting in the River Bourgeois
Funeral Parlor on Saturday 2-9 p.m. with funeral on Sunday at 2 p.m. in St.
John the Baptist Catholic Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Sandy MacNeil officiating.
Interment in the parish cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of
the Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, St. Peter's. Donations in Richard's
memory may be made to any charity.
June 09, 2000
GERRIOR, Alice Christina - 76, Lundy, Guysborough County, died Wednesday,
June 7, 2000, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Lundy,
she was a daughter of the late Fred and Minne (Gerrior) De Young. She
was a member of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Larrys River. She was
a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed baking and cooking for
her family and friends. Surviving are her husband, Simon Gerrior,
at home; sons, Douglas (Florence), Gellen; Wilfred (Joy) and Brian (Joanna),
all of Halifax; daughter, Carmelita De Young Gerrior, Montreal; sisters,
Nina (Mrs. Wayne Martell), Sackville; Ola (Mrs. Wellsh Dobson), Wallace,
Pictou Co.; Muriel De Young, Spryfield; Lena (Mrs. Angus Walker), Saint
John, N.B.; Mabel Langille, Isaacs Harbour; grandchildren, Christopher
Gerrior, Kimberly Gerrior and Robert "R.J." Gerrior; several nieces and
nephews. She was predeceased by brothers, Wilfred, Joe, Donald and Gary.
Cremation has taken place. No visitation by request. Memorial service
will be 11 a.m. Saturday in St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Larrys River,
Rev. Charles J. Donovan officiating. Memorial donations may be made to
the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Arrangements are entrusted
to G.W. Giffin Funeral Home, Country
Harbour
Sept. 20, 2000
GERRIOR, Sarah Anne "Annie" - 83, Burlington, Ont., formerly of Halifax,
passed away on Monday, September 18, 2000, in the Maple Villa Long Term
Care Centre, Burlington. Born in Halifax, she was the daughter of the late
Alvin and Amanda (Bellefontaine) Arthur. We are filled with great sadness
at the passing of our loving, dear mother, grandmother and great- grandmother.
She will be lovingly remembered always by daughters, Betty-Ann Mallett and
husband Fred Norman, Burlington, Ont.; Denise Gerrior, Burlington, Ont.;
daughter-in-law, Susan Spurr, Halifax; son, Fred Gerrior, Halifax; sisters,
Cecelia Swinimer and husband Dave, Elizabeth Arthur, Halifax. Lovingly remembered
and missed by grandchildren, Christine, Shawn; Kathy, Bruce; Connie; Billy;
Nancy, Henry, all of Burlington; Merissa, Halifax. She will also be sadly
missed by nine great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband,
Frederick Patrick Gerrior; son, Tommy Gerrior. Visitation 3-5, 7-9
p.m. Thursday, September 21, in Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd.,
Halifax. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, September 24,
in St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, Bayers Rd., Halifax, Rev.
Thomas White officiating, with interment following in Gate of Heaven Cemetery,
Lower Sackville
Oct. 03, 2000
GOYETCHE, Charles David "Carl" - 60, 53 Main-a-Dieu Rd., Catalone, died
September 30, 2000, in a boating accident. Born in Arichat, he was a son
of the late Wilbert and Evangeline (Landry) Goyetche. He was a member of
Stella Maris Church, Louisbourg. He was employed as a lighthouse keeper
on several stations and was retired from Canada Coast Guard in 1997 with
over 40 years service. Surviving are his wife, Brenda (Wadden); sons, David,
Westmount; Colin, Catalone; three grandchildren; brothers, James, Louisbourg;
Gerry, Main-a-Dieu; Jackie, Sydney; sister, Leona MacDonald, Catalone. Funeral
10 a.m. today in Stella Maris Church, Louisbourg, Rev. Conrad Edwards officiating.
Burial in Old Town Cemetery, Louisbourg. Arrangements are under the direction
of W.A. Chant Funeral Home, Louisbourg. Donations to the Louisbourg Fire
Department.
GIRROIR, Lena Marie - 91, Arichat, Richmond Co., formerly of West Arichat,
died October 8, 2000, at her residence in St. Anne Community and Nursing
Care Centre, Arichat. Born in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late
George and Alma (Fougere) Dorey. Surviving are sisters, Laura Gerard, West
Arichat; Virginia Joyce, Louisdale; Martha Murphy, Seattle Washington;
Alexina Margotte, Halifax; brothers, Alexie, Willie, Albert, West Arichat;
Wilfred, Halifax. She was predeceased by her husband, Willie Girroir; sister,
Mary Fougere; brothers, Edmund, Joe, Walter. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today and
Wednesday 2-4, 7-9 p.m., both in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral
mass 10 a.m. Thursday in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, West Arichat,
Rev. Conrad Girroir officiating, assisted by Rev. Ruel Bruno. Burial in Immaculate
Conception Parish Cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association,
St. Anne Community and Nursing Care or the Strait Richmond Hospital Palliative
Care.
Nov. 27, 2000
GRACIE, Leo Joseph - 84, West Arichat, died November 25, 2000, in the Strait
Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Glace Bay, he was a son of the late
James Leo and Christie Jane (Briand) Gracie. He is survived by his wife,
the former Sophie Agnes Arsenault; daughter, Rose (George) Caissie, Halifax;
sisters, Alice (Alex) MacGillivray; Mary Margaret Budden, Marie Debison,
Theresa (James) Allison, all of Glace Bay; brothers, Joe, Glace Bay; James,
Montreal; grandchildren, Natalie and Brian. He was predeceased by brothers,
Frances and Bobby; sister, Florence; foster son, John Beaton. Visitation
and viewing of his remains today from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and from 12:30-1:30
p.m. Tuesday, in IML Funeral Home, 3450 Highway 206, Petit-de- Grat. Funeral
mass will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church,
West Arichat, Rev. Ivan Loignon officiating. Burial to follow in the parish
cemetery. Donations may be made to the St. Anne's Veterans Comfort Fund
or the Canadian Cancer Society. Members of Legion Branch 150 are asked to
meet at the funeral for 1 p.m. to attend the service of their late Comrade.
April 12, 2001
GOYECHE, Alfred John "Fred" - 82, Dartmouth, died April 11, 2001, in Oakwood
Terrace. Born in Arichat, he was a son of the late Alcide and Alexina
(Samson) Goyeche. He was a successful businessman in Dartmouth for 31
years where he owned and operated Portland Electric's Ltd. He was a long-time
member of St. Peters Church and a respected member of Knights of Columbus,
holding positions of navigator of the Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus
Assembly and Grand Knight Third Degree Council 3133, Dartmouth. He also gave
his time for many years to the Kiwanas Club. He enjoyed curling, golfing
and
was a long-time member of both the Dartmouth Curling Club and Brightwood
Golf Club. He also enjoyed playing bridge, hunting and fishing. He is survived
by his wife, Helen (Fougere); daughters, Donna Barnett, Dartmouth; grandchildren,
Nikki and Sarah; Maureen Goyeche, Mississauga; son-in-law, Gary Ward;
Janet Goyeche, Dartmouth; son-in-law, Wayne Skinner; sisters, Anita, Margaret;
brother, Joseph. He was predeceased by sisters, Germaine, Betty, Teresa,
Eva; brothers, Dave, Pete, Amadee, Raymond. He will be fondly remembered
for his kind and gentle ways as well as his sense of humor. Visiting will
be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Friday in Dartmouth Funeral Home, 29 Queen St. Funeral service
will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday in St Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Maple
Street, Dartmouth. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. A reception will
immediately follow in the church hall. Family flowers only,donations to
a charity of choice.
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
Monday, December 17, 2001
GEORGE, Harold Christopher Jerome - 58, died December 13, 2001, in Cape
Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Pictou, he was a son of the
late Clarence and Hazel (George) George. He is survived by his wife, Barbara;
daughters, Valerie, Arichat; Gina, Louisdale; sons, Christopher (Helen),
Derek (Donna), both of Yarmouth; sisters, Rose MacMillan, Arichat; Bonnie
Boudreau, Halifax; Barbara (Jerome) George, Toronto; Nellie (John) O'Brien,
Petit de Grat; brothers, Percy, Montreal; Elwin (Barbara), Halifax; three
grandchildren. He was predeceased by sister, Frances; brother, Manthorn
"Tony". Visitation in I.M.L. Funeral Home, 3450 Hwy. 206 Petit de Grat, today
from 12 noon until time of funeral mass at 3 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated
today in Our Lady of Assumption Parish Church, Arichat, Rev. Bruno Ruel
officiating, assisted by Rev. Hugh D. MacDonald. Burial to follow in O.L.A.
Parish Cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association.
Tuesday, February 26, 2002
GIRROIR, Daniel Thomas - 76, Toronto, Ont., formerly of West Arichat,
died February 24, 2002, at home. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of
the late Peter and Lily (Poirier) Girroir. He is survived by sister, Amelia
Samson (Eric), West Arichat; brother, Pierre A. (Tish), Mulgrave. He was
predeceased by brother, Leon. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service
will be held in West Arichat at a later date. Funeral arrangements are
under the direction of C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. On-line condolences
can be sent to the family at: c.h.boudreau@ns.sympatico.ca
Sunday, July 28, 2002
GILLIS, Ellen Jane "Nellie" - 86, New Waterford, died July 27, 2002,
in New Waterford Hospital. Born in Ingonish, she was a daughter of the late
Fidell and Bridget (McIntyre) LeBlanc. Surviving are daughters, Donalda
(Murray), Bridget (Charles), Dolores, Carmel (George), Sandra (Joe), Anne
(Ian); sons, Fidell (Lucille), Raymond (Linda), Onafary (Mary), John (Allana),
Colonel Jerry (Pat), Major Joe (Jacquie); brother, Onafary "Tom"; sisters,
Milentie, Rita, Toddy; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She
was predeceased by husband, James A.; one daughter; three brothers. Visiting
2-4, 7-9 p.m. Monday in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home. Funeral 11 a.m.
Tuesday in Saint Agnes Church, New Waterford. Donations to any charity.
basilr@vjmcgillivray.com
LEONARD GODFREY GILLIS
The death of Leonard Godfrey Gillis, 68, of Loch Side, Richmond County, occurred on Tuesday, May 29, 1990 at Strait Richmond Hospital in Evanston. Born in Rocky Bay, he was the son of the late Laughie and Clara (Kehoe) Gillis. He was a member of the Indepen-dent Order of Foresters Court #114. He is survived by his wife, the former Kathleen Margaret Keating, an adopted son Joel at home, one step sister Arline (Mrs. Don Lemire) California, two brothers Harold, Rocky Bay and
Austin, Brookline, Mass. He is predeceased by a step brother Junie. The body rested at the C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home in Arichat. The Funeral Mass was held from St. Hyacinth's Church in D'Escousse on Friday, June 1. Officiated by Rev. Conrad Girroir. Buiral followed in the Parish Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home Ltd., in Arichat.
GILLIS, Kathleen Margaret 70, Lochside, Richmond Co, died
April 2,1996 at home. Born at
Rocky Bay, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late Lawrence and
Elma (Latimer) Keating. Surviving are son, Joel, at home; sisters,
Mary (Mrs. Mort McGrath), Arichat; Joan (Mrs. Ambose Gerrior), West Arichat;
Beulah (Mrs. Dan Sampson), Truro; brothers George, Rudolph, Bill, Rocky Bay.
She was predeceased by her husband Leonard; brothers, Gus, James, Wilfred,
Lawrence; sisters, Gladys, Mary. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday in St. Hyacinth
Church, D'Escousse, Rev. J.J. MacDonald officiating. Burial in parish
cemetery. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements
entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaer.
Thursday, October 3, 2002
GOYETCHE, Lorenzo "Larry" - 82, Halifax, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2002, in the VG Site, QEII. Born in Cape Auget, Cape Breton, he was a son of the late James and Maria (Boudreau) Goyetche. Lorenzo was a baker all of his life. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Purcells Cove Road. He was a member of the Senior's Bowling League, South
Center Bowlarama. He enjoyed gardening, and was a loving and devoted family man. He is survived by son, Ken (Muriel) Goyetche, Halifax; daughters, Bev (Wayne) Tanner, Minesville; Donna Goyetche, Hammonds Plains; Glenda (Jim) Bartkow, Halifax; brother, Henry (Bridget) Goyetche, Everett, Mass.; sisters, Anita Fougere, Petit de Grat; Jeanne (Willie) Richard, Petit de
Grat; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Frances (Rent) Goyetche; brothers, Andrew, Francis, John, Raymond, Gustave, Jeante. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to J. Albert Walker Funeral Home, 149 Herring Cove Road, Halifax, where visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and Friday. Funeral
service 10:30 a.m. Saturday in St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville, Father Yves Marchildon officiating. Donations may be made to a charity of choice.
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
Monday, June 23, 2003
GOYETCHE, Marilyn Violet - 48, Petit de Grat. It is with great sadness
and regret that we announce the passing of Marilyn Goyetche, Saturday,
June 21, 2003, in Strait Richmond Hospital, surrounded by loving family
and friends. An inspiration to all, Marilyn fought a long and courageous
battle with cancer. She was an employee of the Royal Bank of Canada, and
had been an employee of the Isle Madame Motel. The perfect hostess, Marilyn
loved to be in the company of family and friends, especially to chat over
a cup of hot tea. Born in Arichat, she was a daughter of Mildred (Briand),
and the late Joseph Leo Boudreau. Besides her mother, she leaves to mourn
her husband, James; sisters, Delores (Wilfred) Lavandier, Muriel (Gerry)
Burke, both of West Arichat; Delia (Greg) Campbell, Westmount Road; brothers,
Rene, Gerald (Annette), both of Arichat; Leonard (Shirley), Paul (Colleen),
both of Petit de Grat; Warren (Dianne), Westmount Road; god children, Trevor,
Rhea,
Gilles, and her precious nieces and nephews. Marilyn deeply touched all
who knew her and she will be sadly missed by all. The family will receive
friends in I.M.L. Funeral Home, Petit de Grat, from 4-9 p.m. today. Funeral
mass to celebrate Marilyn's life will be held 4 p.m. Wednesday in St. Joseph's
Catholic Church, Petit de Grat, Rev. Stephane Bouchet officiating.
Interment to follow in Our Lady of Assumption Parish Cemetery, Arichat.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Canadian Cancer Society.
GAUDET, John Alexander "Alex"
GAUDET, John Alexander "Alex" - 78, Dartmouth, died April 11, 2003, in
the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in Dartmouth, he was a son of the late
John and Mary (Sampson) Gaudet. He was a veteran of the Second World
War having served in the Merchant Marine Service. After the war,
he was employed at CFB Shearwater. He is survived by stepdaughter, Sandra
Currie; sisters, Mary (Walter) Campbell, Dartmouth; Georgina (Donald)Carpenter,
Pictou; Rita (James) Law, Upper Tantallon; Theresa (Bill) Caille, Elmsdale;
brothers Paul, Vincent, David, and Maurice, all of Dartmouth; Arthur (Kathleen),
Lawrencetown; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brother, Wilfred.
Visiting will be 7-9 p.m. today and
2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in Dartmouth Funeral Home, 29 Queen St., Dartmouth.
Funeral mass will be 10 a.m. Monday in St.
Paul's Roman Catholic Church, Windmill Road, Rev. Charles Burke officiating.
Reception will follow in the church hall. Burial at a later date in St. Paul's
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to D.A.S.C. Industries,
c/o 24-10 Akerley Blvd.,
Dartmouth
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper
Tuesday, September 2, 2003
GERROIR, Mary Lorraine - 67, Halifax, formerly of Poulamond, died August
30, 2003, in QE11 Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Born in Poulamond, April
9, 1936, but lived in Halifax for many years, she was a daughter of the late
Paul and Stella (Fougere) Fougere. She is the last surviving member of her
immediate family. She is survived by her husband, John Milton Gerroir, Halifax.
She was predeceased by brothers, Albert, and Gerald in infancy. Visitation
12:30-2:30 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Mass of Christian
Burial to celebrate Lorraine's life will be held 3 p.m. today in St. Hyacinth
Church, D'Escousse, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Burial to follow in St.
Hyacinth Parish Cemetery, D'Escousse. Memorial
donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. On-line condolences
may be sent to the family at: www.chboudreau.com
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD, Halifax newspaper, Friday, November 26, 2004
GIRROIR, Pierre Arthur - 81, Mulgrave, passed away Thursday, November 25, 2004,
in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of the
late Peter A. and Lily (Poirier) Girroir. He worked in telecommunications with
Transport Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard for 33 years, then with the Corps
of Commissionaires. He was a member of St. Lawrence Parish, Mulgrave and an avid
gardener. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving overseas with the
Royal Canadian Corps of Signals and the Fourth Armour Division Royal Canadian
Artillery, having served in Canada, England, France, Belgium, Holland and
Germany. He was a recipient of the 1939-1945 Star, the France and Germany Star,
Defense Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the Normandy Medal. He
was a life member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 43, Port Hawkesbury.
Pierre was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife,
the former Tish Kavanagh; daughters, Dr. Martha (Steven) Cooper, Sylvester, Ga.;
Lillian Girroir, Canning; son, Peter, Saskatoon; sister, Amelia (Eric) Samson,
West Arichat; granddaughters, Michelle Webster, Centreville, Kings Co.; Jennifer
Webster, Banff, Alta. He was predeceased by brothers, Leon and Danny. Visitation
will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today with a Legion service held at 7 p.m. this
evening, both in Mulgrave and Area Resting Place. Funeral mass will be held 11
a.m. Saturday in St. Lawrence Roman Catholic Church, Father Peter Mac-Leod
officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations in memory of Pierre may be
made to Mulgrave and Area Resting Place, St. Lawrence Building Fund or a charity
of your choice. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Dennis
Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Words of comfort may be forwarded to
the family at:
www.haverstocks.com
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper, Wednesday, June 12, 2002
GEORGE, Clifford Charles - 83, Janvrins Harbour, died June 11, 2002, in Strait
Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Janvrins Harbour, he was a son of the late
Charles Alexander and Laura May (Nicolle) George. He served in the 2nd Batt.
Pictou Highlanders from January 10, 1941 to October 11, 1945, receiving the
Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, 1939- 45 War Medal. He was a member of the
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 150, Arichat. He is survived by his companion of
29 years, Marion Miller, Janvrins Harbour; daughters, Carol Fougere (Fred),
Janvrins Harbour; Laura Trudell (Jay), Waterdown, Ont.; sons, Ulysse (Cathy),
Dartmouth; Graham, Calvin (Judy), both of Puslinch, Ont.; 10 grandchildren; 11
great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his sister, Hazel; brothers, Leonard,
Harold; daughter-in-law, Trudy Spear. Visitation in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home,
Arichat, today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. and Thursday 12:30-1:30 p.m. Funeral service will
take place 2 p.m. Thursday in St. John Anglican Church, Arichat, Archdeacon
Peter MacRae officiating. Burial to follow in St. John Anglican Church Cemetery.
All members of Branch 150, Royal Canadian Legion are asked to meet in C.H.
Boudreau Funeral Home in Arichat at 1:30 p.m. Thursday to attend the funeral of
their late comrade. Memorial donations to Isle Madame Veterans Comfort Fund.
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper, Tuesday, May 02, 2006
GRACIE, Joseph S. "Joe" - 75, L'Ardoise. A wonderful husband, great dad,
father-in-law, friend and loving grandfather "Papa", Joseph Samuel Gracie,
passed away quietly and peacefully in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston, on
April 28, 2006, with Beatrice, his devoted and loving wife of 47 and a half
years, and daughters, Wanda, Brenda and Paula, by his side, who gave him
tremendous support, love and care during his courageous battle with cancer. He
will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing such a wonderful, caring
person, especially his grandchildren, Marc MacIntosh, Jordan Gracie and Kayleigh
Gracie Wells, and sons-in-law, Edward and Tim. Born in Lower L'Ardoise, he was a
son of the late Samuel and Louise (Sampson) Gracie. Joe was employed at The Lord
Nelson Hotel from 1952 to 1975 when he retired and moved his family to Cape
Breton; daughters, Wanda (Mrs. James Edward MacIntosh), Lower Sackville; Brenda
Gracie, Halifax; Paula Gracie, Calgary, Alta.; brothers, Raymond (Shirley)
Gracie, Gracieville; John (Shirley) Gracie, New Brunswick; sisters, Betty (Mrs.
Alex Boyles) and Mary Lawrence, Gracieville. He was predeceased by his parents,
brother, George; a brother and a sister in infancy; sons, Baby George in infancy
and Howard Gregory Gracie. Joe will be remembered for his wonderful smile, his
quiet wisdom, quick wit and wonderful sense of humour that he shared with
others. His positive impact on all of our lives will be felt for a lifetime.
Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Alex A. Morrison
Funeral Home, St. Peter's. Visitation will be held in L'Ardoise Funeral Home on
Thursday, May 4, and Friday, May 5, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Saturday, May 6,
from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Funeral mass in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, on
Saturday, May 6, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Barrett-Clare Johnson officiating. In Joe's
memory, donations may be made to the Strait Richmond Palliative Care Society or
Canadian Cancer Society. A very special thank you to Dr. Pluta and Dr. Tan,
Strait Richmond Hospital palliative care nurses, Nancy Cameron, Rev.
Barrett-Clare Johnson and all who assisted us during his illness at home and in
the hospital. Your support and kindness will always be remembered. Daddy has
gone home to see his boys.
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper, Wednesday, May 10, 2006
GOYETCHE, Kenneth J.A. Sr. "Ken" - 62, Halifax, passed away on Tuesday, May 9,
2006, in the VG Site, QEII, Halifax, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Halifax, Ken was the son of the late Lorenzo and Frances (Rent) Goyetche.
For the past four years, he had been a Commissionaire at Northwood Manor in
Halifax. He is survived by his daughters, Danielle Goyetche, at home; Tina
(Larry) Manuel, Halifax; his sons, Tony, Halifax; Tim (Claudine), Hatchet Lake;
Jamie (Gina), Lockeport; his sisters, Beverly (Wayne) Tanner, Dartmouth; Glenda
(Jim) Bartkow, Halifax; Donna Goyetche, Halifax County; his grandsons, Sheldon
and Colby; granddaughter, Kaleigh; as well as his nieces and nephews, and former
wife, Muriel Landry. Cremation has taken place under the direction of J. Albert
Walker Funeral Home (2005) Ltd., 149 Herring Cove Rd., Spryfield (477-5601),
where visitation will be held on Friday, May 12, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A
memorial mass will be celebrated by Ken's cousins, Bishop Vernie Fougere of
Prince Edward Island, on Saturday, May 13, at 10 a.m. in St. John the Baptist
Roman Catholic Church, Purcell's Cove Road. Interment will take place in Gate of
Heaven Cemetery.
GURNEY, Mary Ida
GURNEY, Mary Ida - 94, Arichat, passed away July 27, 2006, at her residence at
St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat. She was a daughter of the
late Frederick and Evangeline (LeBlanc) Richard. She is sadly missed by her
daughter, Marie Paon (Alfred), D'Escousse; son, Joseph Ernest, Rocky Bay;
sisters, Margaret David, Georgina Boucher (Peter), both of Arichat; Cecile
Boudreau, Petit de Grat; brothers, Joseph, Dartmouth; Murdock, New Glasgow; six
grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband,
Charles Ernest Gurney; sisters, Evangeline Martell, Madonna Doiron; brothers,
Paul, Amable, Simon, Velma, Charles, Buddy, and Frederick. Visitation will be
held in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home in Arichat today from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., and
Saturday from 12:30-1:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate the life
of Ida, will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in Our Lady of Assumption Catholic
Church in Arichat with Rev. Duaine Devereaux officiating. Cremation to follow.
Interment of ashes will take place in Our Lady of Assumption Parish Cemetery at
a later date. Family flowers only please. Memorial donations can be made to St.
Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre in Arichat. On-line condolences can be
sent to the family at: www.chboudreau.com
GOYETCHE, Gilbert. (1934-2006). Passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria
Hospital on July 28, 2006 at the age of seventy-two. He will be sadly missed by
his wife of eighteen years, Lise Goyetche and stepdaughter Nathalie. He
also leaves to mourn his daughters Debbie D'Alstolfo (Luigi D'Astolfo) and
Barbie Goyetche (Leo Bourque), his son Daniel Goyetche (Marika Goyetche) and
grandchildren Laura and Anthony D'Astolfo. Family service will be held at 4525
Cote-Des-Neiges Wednesday August 2, 2006 at 7 p.m. Many thanks to the wonderful
caring staff at the Royal Victoria Neuro intensive care unit.
Published in the Montreal Gazette on 8/1/2006.
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