1655 announcements for Colchester Community Funeral Home

Robert Oran Murray

Robert Oran Murray

Published in the Truro News.

MURRAY, Robert Oran Masstown, 90, died Wednesday, May 9, 2018. Born in Masstown on March 18, 1928, he was a son of the late John D. and Flora (Dykeman) Murray. He spent his life working for Ford at Glassey Motors, Briarwood, and Concept Ford in Truro. He spent his retirement years happily farming in Masstown. He is survived by his loving...

Carol (Wood) Fraser

Carol (Wood) Fraser

Published in the Truro News.

Carol (Wood) Fraser Truro, 77, died peacefully on May 10, 2018 in the Mira Long Term Care Facility in Truro with family at her bedside. Born in Sussex, New Brunswick on December 14, 1940 to Allan and Marjorie (MacLean) Wood, she lived most of her life in Nova Scotia. Carol was a graduate of New Glasgow High School, Nova Scotia Normal College...

Alexander Irwin Marshall

Alexander Irwin Marshall

Published in the Truro News.

Marshall, Alexander Irwin 87- Debert. It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Alexander Irwin Marshall at the Shannex – Debert Court on Saturday, May 5th, 2018. He was born on November 2, 1930 in Parry Sound, Ontario. He was a hard working meat cutter for 35 years. He was predeceased by his dear wife of 50 years, Marjorie; son,...

David Wayne Fisher

David Wayne Fisher

Published in the Truro News.

David Wayne Fisher It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of David Wayne Fisher of Hilden on Saturday, May 5th, 2018 at the age of 72 in the Colchester East Hants Health Centre. Born in Middle Stewiacke, he was the son of the late Douglas and Joyce Fisher. He is survived by his loving wife, Linda; his daughters, Janice and...

Judith Carolyn van Duren

Judith Carolyn van Duren

Published in the Truro News.

Judith Carolyn van Duren 70, died in the Palliative Care unit of the Colchester East Hants Health Centre in Truro on Wednesday, May 2, 2018. In spite of a devastating diagnosis, she counted her blessings and passed from this life with grace, dignity and courage. Judith was born in Montreal on June 21, 1947, the daughter of Ross and Bess...

Ethel (Weatherbee) MacKenzie

Ethel (Weatherbee) MacKenzie

Published in the Truro News.

MacKenzie Ethel (Weatherbee) Truro. 90 years young. It is with much regret and sorrow that the family of Fluff MacKenzie has said their last goodbyes to a great wife, mother, grandmother, Aunt, Sister, Cousin and friend. She leaves behind Husband Karl of 71 years, daughters Patti Smart Economy NS., Becki Henderson (Peter) Fairview AB., and...

Marguerite T.  Lipton

Marguerite T. Lipton

Published in the Truro News.

Marguerite T. Lipton – 92, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2018 in Truro, NS after a very brief illness. She was visiting family and friends in Nova Scotia over the 2017 Christmas season when she suddenly became ill and passed away. Marguerite is survived by her sisters – Evelyn Pettipas, Lourdes/Riverton, Aquinas “Tiny” Dorie,...

James "Jim" Edwin MacPherson

James "Jim" Edwin MacPherson

Published in the Truro News.

James "Jim" Edwin MacPherson September 9th, 1957 - April 26th, 2018 Jim passed away peacefully in his Hilden home surrounded by his family, loved ones as well as his loyal, little dog Rocky. Jim lovingly leaves behind his wife, partner and best friend of 41 years, Theresa. His three children, James (Jaclyn) of Bible Hill, Carrie Anne (Jamie)...

Lillian Rose (Doucette) Higgins

Lillian Rose (Doucette) Higgins

Published in the Truro News.

Lillian Rose Higgins (Doucette), age 82, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, April 25 at the Colchester East Hants Health Centre in Truro. Born in Havelock, Digby County, Lillian was the daughter of the late Eben Doucette and Flora MacAlpine. Lillian resided in Truro for the majority of her life and spent over 30 years working as...

Carol Evelyn (Morrisey) Matthews

Carol Evelyn (Morrisey) Matthews

Published in the Truro News.

Carol Evelyn Matthews (Morrisey) - Hilden It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Carol Matthews on Thursday, April 19 th in the Colchester East Hants Health Centre in Truro. She is pre-deceased by her parents, Gwendolyn (Gwen) and Hughie Morrisey; brothers-in-law, Artie Johnson and Charlie Blaikie and her niece, Cindy Shay...

John Stewart McGifford

John Stewart McGifford

Published in the Truro News.

McGifford, John Stewart, Lower Onslow, passed away with his wife by his side on Wednesday, April 18, 2018. John was formerly from Penticton B.C. Funeral Service will be held Thursday, April 26 at 2pm in Grace Independent Baptist Church, 295 Glenwood Dr., Truro, Pastor Ron Ruse officiating assisted by Pastor Ian Kurylyk. Reception following in...

Shawn E.  Gilchrist

Shawn E. Gilchrist

Published in the Truro News.

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my beloved husband Shawn E. Gilchrist. Gilchrist, Shawn Eric, 50, Millbrook First Nation, passed away Thursday, April 19th, 2018 at home peacefully. He worked nearly 30 years at Intertape Polymer Group. He was originally from Hamilton, Ontario and then relocated to Truro, NS in his early...

Frank Daniel Conrad

Frank Daniel Conrad

Published in the Truro News.

Frank Daniel Conrad passed away in Truro on April 15, 2018 at the age of 98 years. Born in Truro October 1, 1919, he was the son of T.A. and Ann Conrad. He was a veteran of WWII and served overseas from June 1940 until December 1945. Frank was employed with the Soldiers Settlement and Veterans Land Administration from 1946 until his retirement...

Howard Leland Mahar

Howard Leland Mahar

Published in the Truro News.

Mahar, Howard Leland – 69, Truro, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, April 11, 2018. Born in Blacks Harbour NB on February 8, 1949 he was a son of the late Vean and Hazel (Cooke) Mahar. He leaves behind his wife, Shirley (Clyke); daughter, Terri Mahar of Truro; son, Timmy of Truro; step-son, Thomas (Tracey) Strang of Lower...

Allen Thomas Shaw

Allen Thomas Shaw

Published in the Truro News.

Shaw, Allen Thomas – 59, Truro, passed away on April 7, 2018 at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Son of Emily (Lemon) Shaw and the late Richard Shaw. Time of visitation will be held on Saturday, April 14, starting at 1 pm at the home of Judy Ellis, 113 Coach Road, Millbrook First Nation. Online condolences may be sent to the family...

Gary Owen DeVouge

Gary Owen DeVouge

Published in the Truro News.

DeVouge, Gary Owen – Lower Debert It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Gary Owen DeVouge, Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at the age of 63. He was a son of the late Glen and Dorothy (Maskill) DeVouge. Gary is survived by his loving wife Sandra (Bowers) and Daizee Dog, his loyal companion. Survived by his brothers, Tom (Janet) and Fred...

Beverley Ann MacLellan (Smith)

Beverley Ann MacLellan (Smith)

Passed on: 06/04/2018

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

Beverley Ann MacLellan (Smith), age 75, of Sydney Mines and Truro, on April 6, 2018, following a brief illness, our wonderful mother passed away peacefully at home cuddling with people she loved. Born on April 1, 1943 to Brenton and Eileen Smith, she was a perfect mom to Jennifer MacLellan (Stephen Ford) and Matthew MacLellan, and adoring Mama...

Beverley Ann (Smith) MacLellan

Beverley Ann (Smith) MacLellan

Published in the Truro News.

MACLELLAN (Smith), Beverley Ann Age 75, of Sydney Mines and Truro. On April 6, 2018, following a brief illness, our wonderful mother passed away peacefully at home cuddling with people she loved. Born on April 1, 1943 to Brenton and Eileen Smith, she was a perfect Mom to Jennifer MacLellan (Stephen Ford) and Matthew MacLellan; and adoring Mama...

Douglas Ralph Slack

Douglas Ralph Slack

Published in the Truro News.

Slack, Douglas Ralph, 100, Truro, passed away Monday, April 9, 2018 in Cedarstone Enhanced Care, Truro. Born in Debert he was the son of the late Munro and Laura (Matthews) Slack. He is survived by his son, Carl, and brother, Ross, both of Truro. No visitation or service at his request. A graveside committal will be held in the spring in Plains...

Steve Sidney Sorensen

Steve Sidney Sorensen

Published in the Truro News.

Steve Sidney Sorensen – 79, Brule, passed away April 5, 2018 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro surrounded by his loving family. Born April 11, 1938 in Drummond, N.B., he was the son of the late Sven and Sadie (Beaulieu) Sorensen. While growing up in Northern New Brunswick, Steve spent many hours working in Lumber Camps with his...

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