It is with great sadness that the family of the late Lorne Layton Dernier age 87, of Fort Lawrence, Cumberland County announce his passing on Thursday, September 1, 2011 in Moncton Hospital.
Born in Fort Lawrence, he was a son of the late Lorne and Emma (Chapman) Dernier.
Lorne worked at Enheat in Amherst for 30 years and later was employed with General Homes, Amherst until his retirement. He was a very devoted member of Trinity-St. Stephen’s United Church, Amherst where he served on numerous committees. He was a former member of the Alexandra Lodge # 87, Amherst.
Lorne will be sadly missed by his wife of 64 years, the former Betty Doncaster, three daughters Donna Clarke and Marjorie (Dana) Steeves both of Charlottetown, PEI and Nancy (Greg) Bembridge of Ottawa, ON two grandchildren Andrew (Cherisse) Clarke of Dartmouth and Jennifer Clarke of Halifax, one great granddaughter Gabriella Clarke and several nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, Lorne was predeceased by brothers Colin and Donald.
Memorial service was held on Saturday, September 3, 2011 at 2 p.m. at Campbell’s Funeral Home, 98 Church St., Amherst. (667-9906) with Rev. Susan Estabrooks officiating.
Donations in Lorne’s memory may be made to Trinity-St. Stephen’s United Church or the charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be made to the family via: www.campbellsamherst.ca