Janet Marie Armstrong

Armstrong, Janet Marie – Age 60 of Brookfield, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2019, in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Truro, she was a daughter of the late Ivan and Elda (Carruthers) Archibald.

Janet had been employed with Nova Scotia Power for over 30 years. She enjoyed her many getaways to Cuba where she made a number of lifelong friends. Janet was an excellent cook and made the best spaghetti sauce.

Surviving are her husband, Aubrey; brother, Bob (Elaine) and their sons Jason and Nick; sister, Donna and her daughters Joie and Julie.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. In keeping with Janet’s wishes there will be no visitation or funeral service. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.

Many thanks to everyone who helped along the way, from the paramedics, doctors, nurses and hospital staff. Your kindness did not go unnoticed.

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Kenneth Lloyd Williams

Williams, Kenneth Lloyd – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kenneth Lloyd Williams, age 80, of Shubenacadie, on June 26, 2019 in The Mira, Truro. Born in Shubenacadie, he was a son of the late Lloyd and Mae (Stoddart) Williams.

Ken was a very well-known electrician and was a member of IBEW for 50 years. Besides his love for his family and work, he loved old-time dances and could dance like a pro doing a polka or round waltz. Ken was a past Master Mason of Lodge No. 98, Stewiacke.

He is survived by his loving wife, Beulah; step-children, Shelly (Scott), Mike (Melissa), Trish; “special” step-granddaughter, Christina; five step-grandsons, one great step-grandson. He is also survived by brother, Ralph (Marion); twin brother, Keith (Helen); many nieces and nephews. Ken was predeceased by brothers, Dale and Ron.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. By request there will be no visitation or funeral service. A private interment will be held at a later date.

Special thanks to the staff of The Mira for all their love, support and care for Ken and his family!

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Mabel Grace Meade

Meade, Mabel Grace – The home going of Mabel Grace Meade, age 82, took place in Moncton City Hospital on June 25, 2019. 

Mabel was someone who lived her faith and loved the Lord and her family above all else. She was married to Ron for 53 years; many of those years were in East Jeddore and Porters Lake before they moved to Moncton in 2013.

Mabel is survived by her daughter, Julianne Savoie (Roland) and son, Tyler (Shelly Preist); her much loved grandchildren, Joanna, Nicolas and Meaghan; as well as many very much loved and prayed for nieces and nephews. Mabel was predeceased by her parents, William and Theresa Power, and she was the last sibling of an amazing “Power” family! They are Harpell (Pearl), Ena (Tom) Arnold, Truman, Margaret MacLeod-Coggins, Everett, Fulton (Pearl), Walter, Roy, George (Joan), Elsie, Nora, Erma (George) Smith, Doreen (Bob) MacKay, Vivian, Orland and Lauretta.

Mabel loved spending time with her family, and she played the piano and organ at church for many years. She had a servant’s heart and would often be found reading her bible and praying for the families she loved so much! She was known for her amazing apple pies which she would spend all day baking only to give them all away! She was a leader of her faith in a subtle and quiet way, but there was no doubt of her love for the Lord!

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, June 28, and funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 29, both in Marine Drive Pentecostal Church, 8970 Hwy. 7, Head of Jeddore, Rev. John Power officiating. Mabel loved to support missions, so in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kings Castle Ministries in Glad Tidings Church, Moncton.

The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses of Moncton City Hospital for their kindness and caring compassion!

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

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Ethel “Marie” (Patterson) Redmond - Funeral Announcement

Redmond (Patterson), Ethel “Marie” – Age 79 of Musquodoboit Harbour and formerly of Head of Jeddore. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marie in Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, Musquodoboit Harbour, on April 24, 2019. Marie was born in Upper Stewiacke, a daughter of the late Winifred and Erma (McMillan) Patterson.

She was predeceased by her husband, James Douglas Redmond, to whom she was married for 57 years; sister-in-law, Ruth Hicks; brothers-in-law, Donald Redmond, David Redmond, Gordon Redmond. She is survived by her children and their partners, Janet (Bobby Baker), Linda (Eddy St. George), and Steven (Annie Martin); grandchildren, Crystal, Jody, Danielle, and James; great-grandchildren, Meghan, Nikki, Gregory, and Justin; brothers, Truman (Jenny), Douglas, Cyrus (Maria Lorena); sister, Lilah (Danny); sisters-in-law, Catherine (Robert Ruggles), Susan; brother-in-law, Terrance Hicks; nieces and nephews.

Marie was a deeply spiritual person throughout her life and enjoyed participating in church activities, including singing in the church choir as a girl, teaching Sunday school and participating in the UCW. Growing up on a farm, Marie developed a true love of animals, especially horses, which she passed on to each of her children. She demonstrated her love of animals throughout her life with her many pets, as well as those of her family members, which she cared for at her “Paws and Pamper Inn” when their owners were away. Marie was an avid gardener and had a magic touch with plants that encouraged them to grow and thrive, whether indoors or outside. Like her father, Marie was musically talented playing multiple instruments, including piano, guitar, and harmonica. Marie’s artistic talent extended to drawing/painting, embroidery, and writing poetry. She had avid interests in politics and the British royal family.

Marie worked at Stanfield’s in Truro, where she met Doug Redmond. After they were married, she moved to Middle Musquodoboit and later to Head of Jeddore, making a wonderful home for her family as a stay-at-home mother for over 30 years. Marie’s apple pies were well-known in the community and attracted many visitors on Saturday mornings (baking day), when they knew they could get a slice of pie and a cup of tea. Once her children were grown, she went to work baiting trawl for local fishermen in the late 80s and early 90s. She loved working with the folks at Bakers Fisheries in East Jeddore.

However, time with her family remained the most important part of her life, and she continued to share her love – along with her love of animals, music, art, and good home baking – with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren throughout their lives. She will be deeply missed.

A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Tennesen and all nursing and medical staff of Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital for their compassionate care, and to Dr. Najaf Nadeem and staff of the Cardiology TAVI Clinic, QEII Health Sciences Centre.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, June 22, 2019 at 11 a.m. in Hillside Cemetery, Middle Musquodoboit, with Rev. Joan Griffin officiating. Following the service, a reception will be held in Musquodoboit Valley Bicentennial Theatre, 12390 Hwy. 224, Middle Musquodoboit. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital or a charity of your choice.

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

Mary “Lorraine” (Sampson) Peters - Funeral Announcement

Peters (Sampson), Mary “Lorraine” – Age 79, of Lower L’Ardoise. It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Mary “Lorraine” (Sampson) Peters on February 11, 2019, in the Palliative Care Unit, VG Site, QEII, Halifax. She was a daughter of the late Annie Mae and Joseph Sampson.

Lorraine was predeceased by her husband of 49 years, Gerard Francis Peters; and her brother, Joseph. She is survived by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchild, sisters, brothers, many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

Lorraine enjoyed life’s simple pleasures; chatting with family and friends, berry picking, flowers, antiques, attending yard sales and knitting. For the past 10 years she had been knitting and donating comfort teddy bears to the IWK for children undergoing surgery, complicated medical tests, or who just need a bit of extra cheering up. She will be missed by her family and friends.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 14, 2019 in Holy Guardian Angels Catholic Church, L’Ardoise. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, or a charity of choice.

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

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Donald Harvey Waller, PhD, P.Eng

Waller, Donald Harvey, PhD, P.Eng – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Don “Grampy” with family by his side, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Dad was born in Amherst on October 27, 1930 to Albert and Vivian (Crawford) Waller.

Left behind to cherish his memory are children, Aileen (Bruce Hebb) and Rod; grandchildren, Andrew (Johanna Galipeau) and Sarah (Dylan Sullivan); brother, Jack (Ken); Betty’s aunt, Catherine Hill; and special nieces, Mary and Heather. Dad was predeceased by his parents; his sweetheart, Betty; brother, Doug and his wife Audrey, his sister, Ardith and her husband Jack; his in-laws, Aileen and Raymond Robichaud; his daughter-in-law, Keltie Lewis; his sister-in-law, Margaret; nieces, Janet and Joan; and his best girl, Sophie.

Dad attended Queen Elizabeth High School, Dalhousie University and the Nova Scotia Technical College (“Tech”, now the Sexton Campus of Dalhousie University). He married the love of his life, Betty (Elizabeth Mullane) in London, England in 1953 while attending Imperial College as an Athlone Fellow. Dad worked for the City of Halifax before starting his teaching career with Queens University and then Tech. In the mid ‘60s Dad moved the family to Marblehead, Mass., for a research fellowship at Harvard. Dad’s career at Dalhousie included teaching, Head of the Civil Engineering Department, and the establishment of the Centre for Water Resources Studies. Dad was well-known in the environmental field, in Canada and internationally. He developed engineering codes across Canada and provincial environmental engineering policies. He served on the Technical Advisory Group for the Canada-Ontario Agreement on Great Lakes Water Quality. Dad received many awards throughout his career including the Engineers Nova Scotia first Gold Medal Award for his life of community and public service.

Aside from his family, Dad was dedicated to Foster Parents Plan Canada. He and Mum supported numerous foster children from all over the world for over 60 years, and in 1986 he was elected as the Chair of the Canadian Board of Directors. He and Mum loved to travel, but their favourite place outside of Canada was Bermuda. They enjoyed many trips there with family and friends. Dad’s happy place was the cottage at Spencer’s Point. As children, Rod and Aileen spent time there with grandparents and cousins. When grandchildren (Andrew and Sarah) came along, they became the beneficiaries of trips to the “Point”. After Mum passed away in 1991, Dad lived with Aileen, her husband Bruce and their children Andrew and Sarah. We were blessed to have such a wonderful opportunity to have Dad in our lives. He was the “third leg” in our parenting stool. He was a kind and patient man with a wicked sense of humour.

We’d like to thank the 2nd floor staff of St. Vincent’s Nursing Home for their care and understanding of Dad over the last year and a half.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 18th from 7-8:30 p.m. in St. Andrew’s United Church (Holmes Room), 6036 Coburg Rd. A celebration of Dad’s life will be held in St. Andrew’s United Church on Wednesday, June 19th at 11a.m. with a reception to follow in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Foster Parents Plan Canada, St. Andrew’s United Church, St. Vincent’s Nursing Home or a charity of your choice.

Norma Ruth Taylor

Taylor, Norma Ruth – Age 69, of Chaswood, passed away June 3, 2019, in Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital, with family by her side. Born in Middle Musquodoboit, she was a daughter of the late Earl and Dorothy (Isenor) Streatch.

Norma loved the outdoors, was an avid gardener and a wonderful cook. She enjoyed time spent with her family and granddaughter.

She will always be loved and missed by husband, Brooke; daughter, Julie (DJ); granddaughter, Lily; sister, Glenda (Gardner); daughter-in-law, Tara. Her little dog, Mindy, will also miss her. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her son, Trevor.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be Thursday at 2 p.m. in Middleton United Church, Middle Musquodoboit, Rev. Dr. Linda Yates officiating. Burial will be in Pioneer Cemetery. The family will meet friends for a reception downstairs in the church following the burial. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada (Nova Scotia Chapter).

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

Thank you to the homecare workers for their help which allowed Norma to stay in her home for as long as possible. Thank you to Dr. Karen Fewer and the staff of the hospital for the wonderful care and support Norma and the family received.

Just when the caterpillar thought her life was over she began to fly.

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Daisy Scott

Scott, Daisy – Age 99 of Middle Musquodoboit, passed away June 2, 2019, just weeks short of her 100th birthday. Born in Lindsay Lake, she was a daughter of the late Norman and Rella May (Miller) Higgins.

Daisy was always busy at handiwork of one kind or another, whether it was quilting, knitting or crocheting. She had been an active member of the Higginsville Ladies’ Aid and a devoted member of Higginsville United Church.

Surviving are her son, Wayne (Goldie), Truro; daughter, Cheryl (Rod) Dickie, Meaghers Grant; grandchildren, Jason, Natasha, Joanna, Jamie; great-grandchildren, Rory, Delia, Scott, Cameron, Alex; sister-in-law, Helen Higgins; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Wilfred; siblings, Augustus, Lynley, Emma, Morris, Seldon and Gordon.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held Saturday, June 15 at 2 p.m. in Higginsville United Church with Calvin Burt student minister officiating. Burial will be in Higginsville Cemetery. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to Musquodoboit Valley Health Foundation – Braeside, or a charity of choice.

A special thank you to the staff of Braeside for their tender loving care.

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

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Betty Manuel

Manuel, Betty – Lake Charlotte. It is with sadness we announce that Betty Manuel passed away on June 1, 2019, surrounded by love after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Windsor to Georgina and Raymond Greenslade, she is survived by her loving husband James; son, Tim (Liz); daughter, Angela (Bobby); brothers, Donald (Anne), Robert (Debbie), Wayne (Theresa); sisters, Rosemary and Bonnie; grandchildren, Nicholas, Tyler, Josie and Jenna; along with many nieces and nephews.

Betty grew up in Newport, Hants Co., and loved to reminisce about her high school cheerleading days. As a young adult she moved to Halifax where she met the love of her life, Jim, while working at MT&T. Betty and Jim enjoyed 52 amazing years of marriage, travel and adventure. Along with living a full life with family and friends, Betty had a passion for her working career, most notably with MT&T, Sears and O’Regan’s. After retirement Betty volunteered her time with Memory Lane and many worthy causes close to her heart. Holding family gatherings and gardening at her Lake Charlotte home brought her the greatest joy. Betty will be most remembered for her sense of humour, her zest for life and her love and pride for her family.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. A Celebration of Life will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 9th in Memory Lane Heritage Village, Lake Charlotte. Memorial donations may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or charity of choice.

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