19848 announcements in 2017

Harold Schwartz

Passed on: 10/11/2017

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

Harold Schwartz, life-long champion of Cape Breton, retailer, community leader, world traveler and avid sportsman, died Friday, November 10, 2017 in Sydney at the age of 86 after a twenty- four year battle with Parkinson's disease. Harold was the son of the late Abraham and Rose (Claener) Schwartz of New Waterford. He is survived by his...

Vernetta Margaret (Mullins) HUDSON

Passed on: 10/11/2017

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce Vernetta’s passing on November 10, 2017 at Strait Richmond Hospital, Port Hawkesbury. She is survived by her son, Dave (Isabelle), and their children and grandchildren; her late son Robert and Angela’s children and grandchildren; her sister, Lily, and her children and grandchildren; her brother, Art...

Dr. Basilon Cole

Born: 09/09/1946

Passed on: 10/11/2017

Published in the New Glasgow News.

NEW GLASGOW – Dr. Basilon Cleveland Cole, FRCS(C), 71, New Glasgow, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, November 10, 2017, in the Halifax Infirmary, QEII, Halifax, surrounded by his loving wife and family. Born in Kingstown, St. Vincent and Grenadines on September 16, 1946, he was a son of Miriam (Thompson) and the late Carlton Cole. Basilon...

Margaret Ellen McDougall

Passed on: 08/11/2017

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

The family members regret to announce the passing of Margaret McDougall on Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at the Regional Hospital, Sydney, just days before her 80th, birthday. Born in Glace Bay on November 12, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Jessie (Wilton) MacKinnon. Margaret is survived by two sons, Blair and Clarence,...

Ronald Joseph Gallant

Published in the Charlottetown Guardian.

The death occurred suddenly at home, on Thursday, November 9, 2017, of Ronnie Gallant, beloved husband of Della Gallant (nee Doucette), of North Rustico, aged 69. He was the son of the late Alvin and Hilda (Doucette) Gallant. Ronnie was the much loved father of Dwayne (Cindy); and loving grandfather of Kelsee. He is also survived by his...

Jeremy David Stretch

Published in the Charlottetown Guardian.

As the result of an accident on Saturday, November 11, 2107 of Jeremy David Stretch of Long Creek, age 41 years. Beloved husband of Sheila Greene and loving father of Zachary. Dear son of Leith and Heather Stretch. Resting at Belvedere Funeral home. Completed funeral arrangements will be announced later. www.belvederefh.com

J. Darlene (nee Silliker) DeLong

Published in the Charlottetown Guardian.

Following a long and courageous battle with cancer, Darlene passed away peacefully at her home in York Point on Friday, November 10, 2017. She will be forever remembered by her husband and best friend Robert, her children Chris and Diana (Bobby Burns) and her fur baby Chester. With all her heart Darlene loved and spoiled her four grandchildren...

Frances Jean Hughes

Published in the Charlottetown Guardian.

Peacefully, surrounded by her family at Beach Grove Home on Friday, November 10, 2017 of Frances J. Hughes (nee Steele) of Charlottetown, age 92 years. Dear wife of the late Joseph Hughes and beloved mother of Joanne (Ernie) Dunsford, Fred-deceased (Nicole Geoffrion), Theresa (Edwin) Callaghan, Allan (Mary Beth MacLean), Robert (Debby) and...

Cecily Emma (nee LeClair) Gallant

Published in the Summerside Journal Pioneer.

The death occurred peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Charlottetown, on Friday, November 10, 2017, of Cecily Gallant (nee LeClair), beloved wife of the late Fileas Gallant, daughter of the late Simon and Priscilla LeClair, of North Rustico, aged 96. Cecily was the devoted mother of Theresa Smith (Jim, deceased) Mary Connelly (Robert),...

Judy Mary (nee Harper) Gallant

Published in the Summerside Journal Pioneer.

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Wedgewood Manor, Summerside, P.E.I. on Thursday, November 9th, 2017 of Judy Mary (nee Harper) Gallant of Summerside and formerly of Tignish, P.E.I., aged 63 years. Judy was born in Tignish to the late Claude and Blanche (nee Doucette) Harper. Beloved wife of Ernie Gallant and...

Cyril "Cy" DesRoches

Published in the Summerside Journal Pioneer.

The death occurred at the Prince County Hospital, Summerside, on Thursday, November 9, 2017, of Cyril “Cy” DesRoches, of Miscouche, aged 88 years. Born in Miscouche, he was the son of the late Theodore and Loretta (Gallant) DesRoches. Survived by his children Allan (Margaret) DesRoches and Debra (Paul) Baiden; grandchildren Sasha DesRoches,...

Phyllis Elizabeth Duplain (Ghaney)

Passed on: 11/11/2017

Published in the St. John's Telegram.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mom, Phyllis Elizabeth Duplain (Ghaney), on Saturday, November 11, 2017, at the age of 87 years. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters: Ruby, Donna (Kevin); sons: Harry, Pat (Kim). Also left to mourn her are grandchildren: Brad, Dawn, Michael, Daniel, Todd, Stephen, Kenny and...

Margaret Isabelle (Matheson) Shaw

Published in the Charlottetown Guardian.

At the PEI Atlantic Baptist Home on Saturday, November 11, 2017 of Margaret Isabelle Shaw (Matheson), formerly of DeSable and Winsloe in her 110th year. Much loved wife of late Archie Shaw (June 16, 1971). Survived by son James (Donna); daughter Annita Smith (Harold); grandchildren Wayne Shaw, Kevin Shaw (Beth), Melonie MacAusland (Todd),...

Jean Gauthier

Published in the Charlottetown Guardian.

The death occurred peacefully, at her home, on Saturday, November 11, 2017, of Jean Gauthier (nee Lyons), wonderful wife of Richard Gauthier, of North Rustico, aged 84. Jean was the loving mother of Raymond (Marlene), Peter (Mary), Blaine, Roger (Daniella) and Johanne Gass (Jason); grandmother of Bryan, Heather, Kelsey, Ross, Emily, Richard,...

Luke Albert Clarke

Born: 16/04/1935

Passed on: 11/11/2017

Published in the St. John's Telegram.

CD, Warrant Officer (Retired) It is with sadness that we mourn the passing of our father and grandfather, Luke Clarke, at the age of 82. He was predeceased by his loving wife Florence and two sons-in-law Blair and Gerry. Luke leaves to mourn his children Tony (Debbie), Michelle (Dan), John (Wynette), Pamela (Blair, 2004) Charlotte (Paul),...

Patrick S. MacDonald

Passed on: 11/11/2017

Published in the St. John's Telegram.

Passed peacefully away at home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, November 11, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer, Patrick MacDonald, age 63 years. Predeceased by his parents Myrtle and Cornelius; brothers Roland and Tony; sisters Mary and Marjorie. Leaving to mourn his wife Geraldine (nee Pearson); his loving children Matthew...

Rita Mayrand

Born In: Burlington, Vermont, Quebec, Canada
Born: 20/02/1926

Passed in: Drummondville, Quebec, Canada
Passed on: 08/11/2017

Published in the L'Express de Drummondville.

À Drummondville, le 8 novembre 2017, est décédée à l’âge de 91 ans, madame Rita Mayrand, fille de feu Mastaï Mayrand et de feu Rose-Anna Courteau, domiciliée à Drummondville. Les funérailles de madame Mayrand seront célébrées en l’église de Saint-Cyrille de Wendover le vendredi 17 novembre à 14h et de là l’inhumation au...

George Matthew O'Brien

Born: 08/05/1935

Passed on: 11/11/2017

Published in the St. John's Telegram.

Passed peacefully away on November 11, 2017 at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital after a lengthy illness. Long-time employee of Parker and Monroe Ltd. Predeceased by his first wife Blanche (Greene) in 1989, parents Thomas and Alice (Connolly) O'Brien, brothers Richard, Cyril, Vincent, Thomas and Michael O'Brien, sisters Josephine Graham, Margaret Brown...

William Joseph Bassett

Born: 17/12/1943

Passed on: 12/11/2017

Published in the St. John's Telegram.

Passed peacefully away at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital, William Joseph Bassett, age 73, on November 12, 2017 in the presence of his loving family. Predeceased by his parents George and Bridget Bassett and his sister Sheila. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, is his devoted and loving wife Virginia; three sons Peter, Michael, Billy...

Elizabeth (Betty) French

Passed on: 11/11/2017

Published in the St. John's Telegram.

Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Centre, on Saturday, November 11, 2017, surrounded by her loving family, Elizabeth (Betty) French (Gellately) of Mount Pearl. Left with beautiful memories her daughters: Charmaine (Don) Squires, Linda (Keith) Oliver, Cindy (Ross) Sullivan and Elisabeth (Gary) Pope; sons: Paul (Lynn), Stephen...