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The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 02/17/93

DOLIMONT, SYLVIA MURIEL

DOLIMONT, Sylvia Muriel - 50, Petit De Grat, Richmond County, died February 6, 1993, at home. Born in Petit De Grat, she was a daughter of the late Gustave and Margaret (DeCoste) Landry. She was a past president of St. Joseph's CWL and served on various concensorships; treasurer of Comite Regional (Fane); member of the credit committee for St. Joseph's Credit Union; Home and School, Petit De Grat; St. Joseph Church Choir; treasurer of Petit De Grat Acadienne Festival; St. Joseph Hall Committee; active member of les femmes en marche; taught religion at Petit De Grat School and was a member of
Canadian Cancer Society Cansurmount. She is survived by her husband, Patrick; three daughters, Phyllis (Mrs. Lloyd Gilbert), Lower Sackville; Jessica (Mrs. Lionel Boudreau), Petit De Grat; Sharon (Mrs. Thomas Hearn), Evanston; two sons, David, Mississauga, Ont.; Shane, at home; three sisters, Carmella (Mrs. Garvey Clannon), Boudreauville; Mrs. Betty Boucher, Petit De Grat; Vivian Mrs. John Pelrine), Hamilton, Ont.; two brothers, Anthony, Douglas, both of Mississauga; two grandchildren. The body is C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat, visiting 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday. Funeral will be 4
p.m. Thursday in St. Joseph's Church, Petit De Grat, Rev. Allan MacMillan officiating. Spring burial will be in Star of the Sea Cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or any charity.

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 03/14/95

DONOVAN, CECILIA

DONOVAN, Cecilia - 72, Cameron Estates, formerly of Atlantic Street, Sydney, died March 12, 1995, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Ingonish, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Margaret (Brewer) Doyle. She was a member of St. Theresa's Parish, Sydney. She retired in 1980 after 18 year with Sydney City Hospital. Surviving are a daughter Beverly (Mrs. Steve Kennedy), Sydney; son, Robert (Bobby), Saint John, N.B.; sisters, Mrs. Carolyn Hussey, Mrs. Eileen MacDougall, Sydney; Mrs. Emily Landry, Dartmouth; Mrs. Sadie Doyle, Mrs. Violet Dauphinee, Mrs. Faye Graham,
Ingonish; brothers, Roland, Emerson, Ingonish; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert; son, James in infancy; sister, Mary Martin; brother, James. Funeral 10 a.m. today in St. Theresa's Church, Rev. A. MacNeil officiating. Burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Arrangements under the direction of T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel.

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 07/13/95


MARY E. DIGOUT DIES AT 100

DIGOUT, Mary Emma (Grandma) - 100, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, died July 12, 1995, in the villa. Born at River Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late Amos and Margaret Ann (Burke) Landry. Surviving are daughters, Margaret (Mrs.
Alfred Richard), Germaine Burke-Mombourquette, River Bourgeois; sons, Fred, Charles, George, River Bourgeois; Ferdinand, Vincent, Marshall, Brantford, Ont.; Stan, Humboldt, Sask.; sisters, Matilda Boudreau, River Tillard; Millie
Ann Mills, St. Peter's; 40 grandchildren; 66 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Victor; son, Arthur (Tattoo); sisters, Ida Mae Bourque, Rachel Sampson; brothers, John, Amos, Alexander, Abraham, Fred. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in River Bourgeois Funeral Parlor. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. R. King officiating. Burial in parish cemetery. Donations to Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston, Dr. W.B. Kingston Memorial Clinic or any charity. Arrangements under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 02/01/96

DECOSTE, ANNA REGINA

DeCOSTE, Anna Regina - 75, Arichat, Richmond Co., died January 31, 1996, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Cecile (Landry) DeWolfe. She was a member of Royal Canadian Legion branch 150 Arichat Ladies Auxiliary. Surviving are daughter, Shirley (Mrs. Billy Britten), Arichat; son, Leonard, Arichat; sisters, Mildred (Mrs. Helaire Boudreau), Halifax; Mrs. Talida Boucher, Arichat; brothers, Albert, Arichat; Leon, Quebec; four grandchildren; a great-grandchild. She was predeceased by her husband, Jeffrey; daughter, Mary Emily; sister, Clothilda. Visitation 12:30-1:30 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral 2 p.m. today in Our Lady of Assumption Church, Arichat, Rev. Hughie D. MacDonald officiating. Burial in parish cemetery. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or Strait Richmond Hospital.

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 12/19/94

DALAHUNT, MARY ALICE
DALAHUNT, Mary Alice - 84, Northwood Centre, Halifax, formerly of East Chezzetcook, Halifax Co., died December 17, 1994, in the centre. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late James and Margaret (Landry) Barron. Surviving are her sister, Sabina (Mrs. Hubert Bonin), Halifax; brother, Danny, Toronto; a niece and nephew. She was predeceased by her husband, Frank. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday in Snow's Funeral Home, Windsor Street, Halifax. Funeral will be 12:15 p.m. Wednesday in St. Mary's Basilica. Cremation to follow. Spring burial in St. Genevieve's parish cemetery, East Chezzetcook. Donations to Northwood Centre, ninth floor.

 The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 12/13/94

DOLIMONT, PATRICK JOHN

DOLIMONT, Patrick John - 58, Petit de Grat, Richmond County, died December 11, 1994, at home. Born in North Sydney, he was a son of the late Richard and Evelyn (Gaell) Dolimont. He began his sailing career at the age of 14 as a fireman on steam engines throughout the Great Lakes. He switched to fishing vessels that had diesel engines and worked his way up to become chief engineer on Canada's largest deep sea trawlers. He was employed with National Sea until he retired in 1993. He was an associate member of branch 150, Royal Canadian Legion, Arichat. He is survived by daughters, Phyllis (Mrs. Lloyd Gilbert), Lower Sackville; Jessica (Mrs. Lionel Boudreau), Petie de Grat; Sharon (Mrs. Tom Hearn), Evanston; sons, David, Shane, Etobicoke, Ont.; sister, Mrs. Clara Bond, North Sydney; brothers, Richard, Sydney; Leonard, North Sydney; Michael, Oshawa, Ont.; four grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Sylvia Landry; brothers, David, Lloyd; sister, Mary. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesday in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home,
Arichat. Funeral will be 3 p.m. Wednesday in St. Joseph Church, Petit de Grat, Rev. Allan MacMullin officiating. Burial to follow in Star of the Cemetery, Petit de Grat. Donations may be made to St. Anne Cemetery DVA building fund.

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 11/28/94
Category: News
Page: C16

DIGOUT, ARTHUR V.P.L.S. (TATOO)
DIGOUT, Arthur V.P.L.S. (Tatoo) - 74, River Bourgeois, died November 26, 1994, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born at River Bourgeois, he was a son of Mary Emma (Landry) Digout and the late Victor D. Digout. He was a self-employed Nova Scotia land surveyor. He is survived by his wife, the former Margaret Bourque; sons, Arthur, Toronto; Leon, Halifax; daughters, Lucy, Jeannette LaPaix, both of Halifax; brothers, Fred, Charlie, George, all of River Bourgeois; Ferdinand, Vincent, Marshall, all of Brantford, Ont.; Stan, Humboldt, Sask.; sisters, Margaret Richard, Germaine Mombourquette, both of River Bourgeois; five grandchildren. Funeral will be 11 a.m. today in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Bernie MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrision Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 01/07/97

DOMINIX, DELINA
DOMINIX, Delina - 90, Tantallon, formerly of Petit-de-Grat, died January 6, 1997, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Infirmary Site. She was a daughter of the late Peter and Harriet Ann (LeBlanc) Landry. She was a member of St. Theresa's Parish for over 40 years, until she resided with her daughter in Tantallon. Surviving are sons, Peter and wife Ann, Lower Sackville; Walter and wife Lillian, Tantallon; daughter, Theresa and husband James King, Tantallon; seven grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren; stepsons, James Dominix, Bay L'Argent, Nfld.; stepdaughter, Annie Pool, Belleoram, Nfld.;
several step-grandchildren and stepgreat-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, James Joseph Dominix; two daughters and a son in infancy; sisters, Juilett, Angnes, Leda; brother, Georgie in infancy; stepson, Steve. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and Wednesday in Cruikshank's Halifax Funeral Home, 2032 Robie St. Funeral will be 9 a.m. Thursday in St. Theresa's Roman Catholic Church, North Street, Rev. Lloyd O'Neill officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. A reception will follow at the home of Peter and Ann Dominix, 46 Roger Dr., Lower Sackville. Family flowers
only. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, palliative care at the Halifax Infirmary or any charity.

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star

DOMINIX, DELINA
DOMINIX, Delina - 90, Tantallon, formerly of Petit-de-Grat, died January 6, 1997, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Infirmary Site. She was a daughter of the late Peter and Harriet Ann (LeBlanc) Landry. She was a member of St.
Theresa's Parish for over 40 years, until she resided with her daughter in Tantallon. Surviving are sons, Peter and wife Ann, Lower Sackville; Walter and wife Lillian, Tantallon; daughter, Theresa and husband James King, Tantallon; seven grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren; stepsons, James Dominix, Bay L'Argent, Nfld.; stepdaughter, Annie Pool, Belleoram, Nfld.; several step-grandchildren and stepgreat-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, James Joseph Dominix; two daughters and a son in infancy; sisters, Juilett, Angnes, Leda; brother, Georgie in infancy; stepson, Steve. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and Wednesday in Cruikshank's Halifax Funeral Home, 2032 Robie St. Funeral will be 9 a.m. Thursday in St. Theresa's Roman Catholic Church, North Street, Rev. Lloyd O'Neill officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. A reception will follow at the home of Peter and Ann Dominix, 46 Roger Dr., Lower Sackville. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, palliative care at the Halifax Infirmary or any charity.
 

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 12/24/97

DUGAS, SIMON STEPHEN
DUGAS, Simon Stephen - 71, Fairview, died December 23, 1997, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, VG Site. Born in River Bourgeois, he was a son of the late Isaah and Annie (Landry) Dugas. He was formerly employed at the Nova Scotia Hotel, CHNS, The Halifax Herald Limited, the Lord Nelson Hotel and Maritime Medical. Surviving are his wife, the former Vivian Anna Mary Fougere; stepdaughter, Janet (Mrs. Larry Colby), Calgary, Alta.; sister, Carrie (Mrs. Roy Trueman), River Bourgeois. He was predeceased by brother, Wilfred; sister, Louise Foster. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Friday in J. Albert Walker Funeral Home, 149 Herring Cove Rd., Halifax. Funeral 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Basil Carew officiating. Spring burial in Fairview Cemetery.

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 08/09/95

DOUCETTE, Mary Eva - 82, longtime resident of 506 Neville St., Reserve Mines, died August 7, 1995, in Glace Bay Hospital, South Street. Born in Louisdale, she was a daughter of the late John and Madeline (Samson) Marchand. For the
past number of years, she resided at Seaview Manor, South Street, Glace Bay. She was a member of St. Joseph's Church, Reserve Mines. Surviving are sons, Wilfred, Cecil, Reserve Mines; daughters, Shirley (Mrs. Leonard Jeffrey), Louisdale; Lucy (Mrs. Bill Locke), Glace Bay; 15 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; brothers, Eugene, Melrose, Mass.; Tommy, Godfrey,
Louisdale; sister, Jennie Samson, Louisdale. She was predeceased by her husband, John P.; brothers, Charlie, Johnny, Wilfred, Arthur; sisters, Leda Goyetche, Mary Landry. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Curry's Funeral Home Ltd., 140 Main St., Glace Bay. Funeral 11 a.m. Thursday in St. Joseph's Church, Rev. James Oliver officiating. Burial to follow in parish cemetery.
Family flowers only. Donations to St. Joseph's Parish Cemetery fund.

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 04/04/96

DUANN, Francis Lester - 91, Arichat, formerly of Petit de Grat, Richmond Co., died April 2, 1996, in St. Anne Centre Nursing Home, Arichat. Born in Petit de Grat, he was a son of the late William and Minnie (Samson) Duann. He attended
the School for the Deaf in Halifax from 1912-1921. Surviving is brother, Wilfred, Petit de Grat. He was predeceased by sister, Violet; brothers, Gilbert, Ralph, Arthur. Visitation 1-2:30 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral 3 p.m. today in St. Joseph's Church, Petit de Grat, Rev. Allan MacMillan officiating. Burial in parish cemetery. Donations to St.
Anne Centre or any charity.

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 08/05/97


DAVID, Joseph Francis - 85, Arichat, Richmond Co., died August 2, 1997, in St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat. Born in Petit-de-Grat, he was a son of the late Alfred and Elizabeth (Scanlan) David. He was a past member
of Lawrence Kavanaugh Council 4607, West Arichat. Surviving are daughters, Monica (Mrs. Ambrose Martell), Arichat; Jacqueline (Jackie) Landry, Petit-de-Grat; son, Aurel, Arichat; sisters, Cecil Boudreau, Arichat; Sabine Rose Samson, St. Peter's; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Sophie Richard; sisters, Delima, Mary Louise, Evangeline, Elizabeth; brothers, Amedee, Alzear, Dominique. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 2 p.m. Thursday in Our Lady of Assumption Church, Arichat, Rev. Hugh D. MacDonald officiating. Burial in
parish cemetery. No flowers by request. Donations to St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat. Arrangements entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat.

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 07/17/96

DAVID, Marie Victoria - 95, Petit-de-Grat, Richmond Co., died July 15, 1996, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Petit-de-Grat, she was a daughter of the late Abraham and Elizabeth (Boudreau) Samson. Surviving are daughters, Isabelle Booth, Toronto; Edith Majeau, Vancouver; Elaine Marko, Petit-de-Grat; Gertrude, at home; sons, Amos, Donald, Petit-de-Grat; Anthony, the United States; 16 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Willard; daughter, Gladys; son, Arthur; sisters, Elizabeth Rose, Sarah Jane; brothers, Helaire, Arthur, Walter. Visitation
1-1:30 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral 2 p.m. today in St. Joseph's Church, Petit-de-Grat, Rev. Allan MacMullin officiating. Burial to follow in Star of the Sea Cemetery, Petit-de-Grat. Donations to any charity.

The Sunday Herald
Published: 10/03/99

DOREY, Laura Mae - 104, Arichat, formerly of West Arichat, Richmond Co., died October 1, 1999, in St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre. Born November 4, 1894, in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Artemise
(Forgeron) DesLaurier. She enjoyed her many visits from her family and friends whom she dearly loved, while she was at St. Anne Community and Nursing Care and while she was home. Her smile and soft words and gracious memories were always comforting and which always brightened her room. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and will be deeply missed by daughters, Mrs.Beatrice Brow, Halifax; Edith (Mrs. Melvin Boudreau), Pictou; Alice (Mrs.Gerry Landry), Petit De Grat; Coreen (Mrs. Wilfred Bouchard), St. Catharines Ont.; Amelia (Mrs. Ronnie Ross), Port Royal; sons, Newman Bona, Port Royal; Valmey Dorey, MacIntyre Lake, Richmond Co.; Hubert Dorey, D'Escousse; brothers, Clarence DesLaurier, Halifax; Raymond DesLaurier, Port Royal; 37 grandchildren; 57 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren. She was
predeceased by her first husband, Joe Bona; second husband, Peter Dorey; daughter, Doris; and a set of twins, Mable and Irene, in infancy; sons, Adrian Dorey, Wilfred Bona, Adrian Bona, in infancy; sisters, Ida Babin, Gladys Benoit; brothers, Harry, Arthur, Rene, Clifford, Alexie; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in C. H. Boudreau
Funeral Home. Funeral 11 a.m. Monday in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Conrad Girroir officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations to the Autism Society of Nova Scotia, St. Anne Community and
Nursing Care Centre, Arichat

The Sunday Herald
Published: 10/03/99
Category: News
Page: D8
DOREY, LAURA MAE

DOREY, Laura Mae - 104, Arichat, formerly of West Arichat, Richmond Co., died October 1, 1999, in St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre. Born November 4, 1894, in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Artemise
(Forgeron) DesLaurier. She enjoyed her many visits from her family and friends whom she dearly loved, while she was at St. Anne Community and Nursing Care and while she was home. Her smile and soft words and gracious memories were always comforting and which always brightened her room. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and will be deeply missed by daughters, Mrs. Beatrice Brow, Halifax; Edith (Mrs. Melvin Boudreau), Pictou; Alice (Mrs. Gerry Landry), Petit De Grat; Coreen (Mrs. Wilfred Bouchard), St. Catharines, Ont.; Amelia (Mrs. Ronnie Ross), Port Royal; sons, Newman Bona, Port Royal; Valmey Dorey, MacIntyre Lake, Richmond Co.; Hubert Dorey, D'Escousse; brothers, Clarence DesLaurier, Halifax; Raymond DesLaurier, Port Royal; 37 grandchildren; 57 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren. She was
predeceased by her first husband, Joe Bona; second husband, Peter Dorey; daughter, Doris; and a set of twins, Mable and Irene, in infancy; sons, Adrian Dorey, Wilfred Bona, Adrian Bona, in infancy; sisters, Ida Babin, Gladys Benoit; brothers, Harry, Arthur, Rene, Clifford, Alexie; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in C. H. Boudreau Funeral Home. Funeral 11 a.m. Monday in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Conrad Girroir officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations to the Autism Society of Nova Scotia, St. Anne Community and Nursing
Care Centre, Arichat.

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star
Published: 11/29/94
Category: News
Page: C15 / A20

DIGOUT, ARTHUR V.(TATOO)

DIGOUT, Arthur V.(Tatoo) - 74, River Bourgeois, died November 26, 1994, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born at River Bourgeois, he was a son of Mary Emma (Landry) Digout and the late Victor D. Digout. He was a self-employed Nova Scotia land surveyor. He is survived by his wife, the former Margaret Bourque; sons, Arthur, Toronto; Leon, Halifax; daughters, Lucy, Jeannette LaPaix, both of Halifax; brothers, Fred, Charlie, George, all of River Bourgeois; Ferdinand, Vincent, Marshall, all of Brantford, Ont.; Stan, Humboldt, Sask.; sisters, Margaret Richard, Germaine Mombourquette, both of River Bourgeois; five grandchildren. Funeral was held November 28 in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Bernie MacDonald officiated. Burial followed in parish cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrision Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Published: 07/17/96
Category: News
Page: C3
Keywords: Obituary-David
DAVID, MARIE VICTORIA
DAVID, Marie Victoria - 95, Petit-de-Grat, Richmond Co., died July 15, 1996, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Petit-de-Grat, she was a daughter of the late Abraham and Elizabeth (Boudreau) Samson. Surviving are daughters, Isabelle Booth, Toronto; Edith Majeau, Vancouver; Elaine Marko, Petit-de-Grat; Gertrude, at home; sons, Amos, Donald, Petit-de-Grat; Anthony, the United States; 16 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Willard; daughter, Gladys; son, Arthur; sisters, Elizabeth Rose, Sarah Jane; brothers, Helaire, Arthur, Walter. Visitation
1-1:30 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral 2 p.m. today in St. Joseph's Church, Petit-de-Grat, Rev. Allan MacMullin officiating. Burial to follow in Star of the Sea Cemetery, Petit-de-Grat. Donations to any charity.

 

OBIT May 5, 1981:
Annie Dugas, 89, of River Bourgeois, died Monday at home. Born in River  Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late Edmund and Margaret (Fougere) Landry.  Surviving are two daughters, Louise Foster, Halifax; Carrie (Mrs Roy Trueman),
River Bourgeois; two sons, Wilfred and Simon, both of Halifax; two sisters, Mrs  Agnes Bouchie and Mrs Beatrice Landry. both of River Bourgeois; four  grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband  Isiah Dugas. The body is in St. John the Baptiste Vestry, River Bourgeois.  Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday in St. John the Baptist Church, Rev.  Hugh MacDonald officiating, with burial in the parish cemetery.

4 February 1989

DAVID,Clifford Francis-78,West Arichat,died Saturday in St.Martha's Hospital,Antigonish.Born in Petit de Grat,he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Maria(Boudreau)David.He is survived by two daughters,Rosalie(Mrs.Charles Rogers)Della(Mrs.George Dorey)both of West Arichat;a son Angus,West Arichat;five brothers,Arthur,Godfrey,Willie, ,Amedee,Bernard,all of Petit de Grat;a grandchild.He was predeceased by his wife,the former Mary Madonna Martell;two sisters,Constance, Evangeline; a brother,Joseph.The body is in Immaculate Conception church,West Arichat,where funeral will be held 3:30pm today,Rev.Allan MacMullin officiating.Burial at a later date in the parish cemetery.

 

23 June 1990

DeYoung,Dominique-73,L'Ardoise,died Saturday in Sydney City Hospital.Born in Martinique,Richmond Co.,he was the son of the late Paul and Elizabeth(Sampson)DeYoung.He is survived by his wife Evangeline;a
sister,Emily MacDonald,River Bourgeois;a stepsister,Mary Rodger,Pondville.He was predeceased by three brothers,Ned,Paul,Peter James;two stepbrothers,Clifford,Abel.The body is in Holy Guardian Angel Parish Funeral Home,L'Ardoise.Funeral will be 2:30 p.m.today in Holy Guardian Angel Church,Rev. J.J.MacDonald officiating.Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

DUANN,Francis Lester-91,Arichat,formerly of Petit de Grat,Richmond Co. died April 2,1996,in St.Anne Centre Nursing Home,Arichat.Born in Petit de Grat,he was a son of the late William and Minnie(Samson)Duann.He attended the School for the Deaf in Halifax from 1912-1921.Surviving is brother,Wilfred,Petit de Grat.He was predeceased by sister,Violet; brothers,Gilbert,Ralph,Arthur.Visitation 1-2:30p.m.today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home,Arichat.Funeral 3p.m.today in St.Joseph's Church, Petit de Grat,Rev.Allan MacMillan officiating.Burial in parish cemetery. Donations to St.Anne Centre or any charity.

June 03, 1997; page B02

 DOIRON, Dorilda Mary - 82, Sussex Street. Halifax,  died  June  1,  1997,  in  QEII  Health Sciences Centre. Born in West Arichat, she was a daughter  of  the  late  Wilson  and  Artimise (Lejeune) Forgeron. Surviving are daughters, Myrtle (Mrs.  Arnold Langille), Halifax; Zita Wmg, Calais, Maine; brothers, Adolph (Ken), Lower  Sackville;  Douglas,  Louisdale;  Larry, Seattle, Wash.;  Alex, Brookville, Fla.; sister,Muriel Curran, Hanover, Mass.; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Albert (Edmond); son, John; brother, Raymond; sister, Florence Ainslie. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in J. Albert Walker
Funeral Home, 149 Herring Cove Rd., Halifax. Funeral 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in St. Michael's Roman Catholic Church, Rov. Ronald Cairns officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Canadian Cancer Society.

July 21, 1997; Page A12

DOYLE, Mary Janet - 7I, 141 Dominlon St., Truro, died Saturday, July 19, l997, in Colcliester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Harbourview, Inverness Co., she was a daughter of the late John D. and Janet (Beaton) Gillis. She was a graduate of Provincial Normal College and taught for over 30 years in the public school systems of Nova Scotia, in Inverness County, Rockingham. Old Barns and Broukfield. Mary was vitally interested in the progress of all her students while finding time to be a devoted wife to Edward B.,
and loyal and giving mother to her five children. In her later years, she was a loving and caring grandmother to her seven beloved grandchildren. She w as a member of Immaculate Conception Parish, Truro, and active with the Gaelic Club and Nova Scotia Teachers College Alumni. She recently participated in the 50-year reunion of her Class of 47. She is surv ived by her children,
Kevin, Tara, Ont.; Sheidon (Debbie), Halifax; Allyson (Mrs. Paui Svenningsen), Belmont, Colchester Co.; Wendell, Springhill; Barrie (Edith), Elmwood, Ont.; three sisters, Kaye, Oakville,Ont.; Florence, Boston, Mass.; Elaine, Oakville, Ont.; two brothers, Joe, Balmertown, Ont.; John Angus, Harbourview; grandchildren, Nicholas, Jason,  Stephanie,  Michael,  Krista,  Brandon,
5arah. She was predeceased by her husband, Edward B.: brother, Angus. The body is resting in Ettinger Kennedy Funeral Home, Truro, with visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, July 21. The body will be transferred to Port Hood Funeral Home, with visitation 2- 4, 7 -9 p.m. Tuesday, July 22. Funeral mass will be l1 a.m. Wednesday, July 23· in St. Peter's Church, Port Hood, Rev. Paul Murphy offiiciatng. Burial in Port Hood Cemetery. Donations may be made to Hleart and Stroke Foundatinn of Nova Scotia or Port Hood
Cemetery  fund.

September 26, 1997

DeCOSTE, Joseph (Dan)
DeCOSTE, Joseph (Dan) - 93, Frankville, Antigonish Co., died September 25, 1997, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital. Born in
Frankville, he was a son of the late Patrick and Sophia (DeCoste) DeCoste. He was retired from the CNR, where he worked for many years as a section man. Surviving are sons, Bernard, Toronto; Lloyd, Frankville; brother, Wilfred, Frankville; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Josephine; sons, Kevin, Daniel; a grandson; sisters, Loretta, Ethelbert, Lillian; brothers, Bernard, Stephen,  Anthony, Michael. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Saturday in St. Paul's Centre, Havre Boucher. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday in St. Paul's Church, Havre Boucher, Rev. Angus MacGillivary officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations to St. Paul's Parish building fund. Arrangements entrusted to Curry Bros. Funeral Home, Antigonish.

 

Nov. 11, 1997 page C 09

DOYLE, Howard Leo
 DOYLE, Howard Leo - 75, D'Escousse, Richmond Co., died November 8, 1997, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Rocky Bay,   Richmond Co., he was a son of the late Charles and Blanch (Keating) Doyle. He was in the Royal Canadina Naval Reserve, serving overseas  during the Second World War. Surviving are his wife, the former Christine Clark; daughters, Iris (Mrs. Richard Terfry), Mount Uniacke; Paula (Mrs.  Larry Connors), Monica (Mrs. George Henley), both of Halifax; stepdaughters, Jean (Mrs. Paul Samson), Cap La Ronde; Mary Clark, at home; sons, Henry and wife Nancy, D'Escousse; Robert and wife Betty,
 Mount Uniacke; David and wife Faye, Poulomon; Michael and wife Ellen,  Sackville; stepsons, Charlie Clark and wife Lorette, D'Escousse; Jimmy  Clark and wife Sheila, Samsonville; sister, Mary C. (Norellen) James and companion Ernest Landry; 17 grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Jennie Tavenor; brothers, Rosco, Lester, Leonard, Joseph  infancy; sister, Eva. Funeral mass will be held today in St. Hyacinth Parish Church, D'Escousse, Rev. John J. MacDonald officiating. Burial to follow
in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to St. Hyacinth Parish   Cemetery fund. Arrangements entrusted to IML Funeral Services,  Petit-de-Grat.

 

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DUGAS, Simon Stephen
DUGAS, Simon Stephen - 71, Fairview, died December 23, 1997, in QEII  Health Sciences Centre, VG Site. Born in River Bourgeois, he was a son of the late Isaah and Annie (Landry) Dugas. He was formerly employed at the Nova Scotia Hotel, CHNS, The Halifax Herald Limited, the Lord Nelson Hotel and Maritime Medical. Surviving are his wife, the former Vivian Anna Mary Fougere; stepdaughter, Janet (Mrs. Larry Colby),  Calgary, Alta.; sister, Carrie (Mrs. Roy Trueman), River Bourgeois. He was predeceased by brother, Wilfred; sister, Louise Foster. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Friday in J. Albert Walker Funeral Home, 149 Herring Cove Rd.,  Halifax. Funeral 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church,  Rev. Basil Carew officiating. Spring burial in Fairview Cemetery

 

January 03, 1998; page D18

DeCOSTE, Raymond Mark
DeCoste, Raymond Mark - 75, Havre Boucher, Antigonish Co., died  January 2, 1998, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Infirmary Site. Born in  Havre Boucher, he was a son of the late Mark and Mary Rose (Breen  DeCoste. He was employed with the Nova Scotia Department of Transportation and had served as road foreman for a number of years. He  was a veteran of the Second World War, serving overseas with the Medical Corps in England. Surviving are sisters, Rita, Havre Boucher; Betty (Mrs.  Tim Levangie), East Bay. He was predeceased by brothers, Everett, Edgar. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in St. Paul's Centre, Havre Boucher. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday in St. Paul's Church, Havre Boucher, Rev. Angus MacGillivray officiating. Burial in parish cemetery. Donations to St. Paul's Church  building fund. Arrangements entrusted to Curry Bros. Funeral Home,  Antigonish.

March 12, 1998;    Page D12

DAVID, James Arthur - 82, Petit-de-Grat, Richmond Co., died March 11, 1998, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Petit-de-Grat, he was a son of the late Joseph and Maria  (Boudreau) David. Surviving are his wife, the former Agnes Amelia Landry;daughters, Claire (Mrs. Benedict Clannon), Monica (Mrs. Bobby Duffney), Wanda (Mrs. Kenny MacDonald, Petit-de-Grat; Nancy (Mrs. Julian Richer), Port Royal; Noreen (Mrs. Charles Paupin), West Arichat; Judy (Mrs. Gary Oake), Eastern Passage; Donalda (Mrs. RenÄ LeBlanc), D'Escousse; sons, Blaise, Cecil, Huntley, Hubert, Petit-de-Grat; Randy, at home; brothers, Bernard, Amedee, Petit-de-Grat; 24 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by sisters,Connie, Evangeline; brothers, Joseph, Willie, Godfrey, Clifford. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, 1-2 p.m. Friday in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral 3:30 p.m. Friday in St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Petit-de-Grat, Rev. Allan MacMullin officiating. Burial to follow in Star of the Sea Cemetery, Petit-de-Grat. Donations to ROC Centre or Strait Richmond Hospital.

March 21, 1998;   page D27

DORE, Joseph Leo - 79, Halifax, died March 20, 1998, at home. Born at Janvrin's Island, he was a son of the late Peter and Bertha (DeCoste) Dore. He was a faithful member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Surviving are daughter, Diane (Mrs. Sean O'Connor) Halifax; sons, Dennis, Hubbards; David, Bernard, Halifax; Randy, Head of St. Margarets Bay; Brian, Calgary;
13 grandchildren; three brothers; three sisters. He was predeceased by his wife, Lena. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4 7-9 p.m. Sunday in J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax. Funeral 10 a.m. Monday in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Bedford Highway, Msgr.William Wamboldt officiating. Cremation to follow. Burial at a later date. In lieu of flowers,donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

March 27, 1998;   page D03

DORT, Albert James - 77, D'Escousse, formerly of Lochside, died March 24, 1998, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Arichat, he was a son of the late Minnie Boucher. Surviving are daughter, Linda (Mrs. Terry Cameron), Calgary, Alta.; sons, Andrew, Jerry, Lochside; Francis, Petit-de-Grat; Edward, Edmonton, Alta.; David, Port Hawkesbury; stepson, Leonard Forrest, Cape North; companion, Anita Joyce, D'Escousse. He was predeceased by his wife, Anita Louise. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 6:30 p.m. today in Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, Arichat, Rev. Hughie D. MacDonald officiating. Burial 2 p.m. April 5, in Our Lady of Assumption Parish Cemetery, Arichat. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or Richmond County Home Support Services. Arrangements entrusted to IML Funeral Services, Petit-de-Grat.

April 24, 1998;   page D19

DOUCETTE, Raymond J. - 78, 58 Glenwood Ave., Dartmouth, died April 23, 1998, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in River Bourgeois, he was a son of the late John and Caroline (Boucher) Doucette. Surviving is his brother, Howard. He was predeceased by sister, Mary Ellen Samson. Cremation has taken place. Funeral 10 a.m. Saturday in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Raymond King officiating. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to Dignity Cremation Services, Halifax.

May 28, 1998;   page C12

DAVID, Priscilla Mary - 71, West Arichat, Richmond Co., died May 26, 1998, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Stella (Covin) David. She will be dearly missed by her daughter, Mary (Mrs. Rudolph Covin), and grandchildren, Peter, David and Kathleen; sister, Rose (Mrs. Gerald Marchand); brother, Albany J. David, all of West Arichat; 18 nephews and 12 nieces. She was predeceased by sisters, Mary Mury and two in infancy; three brothers in infancy; sister-in-law, Kathleen (Walrus) David; brother-in-law, Patrick Mury. Visitation in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat, today from 2- 4, 7-9 p.m. and Friday from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Funeral mass to be held Friday at 2 p.m. in Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, West Arichat, Rev. Jean Baptiste DeCoste and Rev. Hughie D. MacDonald officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Strait Richmond Hospital.

 

June 05, 1998,   page C19

DeCOSTE, Donnie Damian - 52, formerly of Antigonish, died June 2, 1998, at home in Hamilton. He was a son of Alice (Durley) and the late Damian DeCoste. Surviving are his wife, Toni; sons, Ivan, Jimmy, Antigonish; brothers, Frank, London, Ont.; Jimmy, Kingston, Ont.; Billy, Hamilton; sisters, Ann, Barrie, Ont.; Delores, Waterville, Kings Co.; Shirley, Kingston, Ont.; Sharon, Aulds Cove; Darlene, Monastery; Marilyn, Leader, Sask.; Charlene, St. Catharines, Ont.; many nieces and nephews. Funeral will be held today under the direction of Truscott Funeral Home, Hamilton. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Jan. 02, 1999; page A12

DOARY, Peter Wilfred (Fred) - 91, River Bourgeois, died peacefully January  1, 1999, in Strait Richmond Hospital. Born in Janvrins Island, Richmond Co.,  he was a son of the late Peter John and Bertha (DeCoste) Doary. He was a  member of St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church. He served with the  Royal Canadian Navy during the Second World War on convoy duty in the  North Atlantic, rising to the rank of petty officer. He was a proud member of  Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 47, St. Peter's. He is survived by his wife of  60 years, Evangeline (Geline) (Landry) Doary; sons, Everett and wife Ruth,  Fort Coulonge, Que.; Roddie and wife Margaret, Sydney River; Arthur and  wife Henrietta, Raymond, River Bourgeois; daughters, Marie (Mrs. Bruce  Mombourquette), River Bourgeois; Anna (Mrs. Lee Ehler), Halifax; Alice  (Mrs. Robert McFetridge), Tantallon; Claire Bogle and companion Alvin  MacAskill, Dartmouth; 18 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brothers,  Joseph (Lee), Lower Sackville; Bennie, Janvrins Island; sisters, Alice and Eva  May, Boston; Corrine, Tantallon. He was predeceased by brothers, Roddie,  John and Leo; sisters, Margaret, Marion and Sylvia. A special thank you to  everyone for the care and support given over the years. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m.  today and
Sunday in River Bourgeois Funeral Home. All members of Royal  Canadian Legion, Branch 47, are requested to meet at the funeral home in  River Bourgeois Monday at 9 a.m. to attend the funeral of their late comrade,  Peter Wilfred (Fred) Doary. Funeral 10 a.m. Monday in St. John the Baptist  Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Sandy MacNeil officiating. Burial in the parish  cemetery. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity  of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home,  Arichat.

Jan. 07, 1999; page C08

DIGOUT, Agnes Frances - 79, Bedford, died January 6, 1999, in the VG Site  QEII. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Neil and Charlotte  (Boudreau) Sutherland. Surviving are husband, Charles S., River Bourgeois;  daughter, Judith (Mrs. David Young), Bedford; son, Charles S., Bedford;  sisters, Christina Hamm, Adelle O'Neill, Halifax; three grandchildren; a  great-grandson. She was predeceased by son, David; brothers, Dennis, Frank,  Peter; sisters, Mary, Catherine (Bobby) Teed, Freda, Annie Richard.  Cremation has taken place under the direction of J. Albert Funeral Home,  Halifax. No visitation or service by request. Private committal service in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Donation The Lung Association.

Jan. 16, 1999; page C16

DOUCET, Jean Thomas (John) - 68, River Bourgeois, died January 14, 1999, at home. Born in Grand Etang, he was a son of the late Simon and Mary Ann (LeLieere) Doucet. He retired after 34, years as a chef with the Hotel Nova Scotian, Halifax. Following retirement, he operated the J & C Takeout, River Bourgeois for 18 years. Surviving are wife, Carmel; daughters, Verna  (Mrs. Paul Daye), Dartmouth; Annette (Mrs. Dan Ermel), Wainwright, Alta.; sons, Roger,  Bridgewater; Walter, Timberlea; Paul, St. Stephen, N.B.; David, Saskatoon; stepsons, Paul and Jamie Roma, Lower Sackville; former wife Claire Saulnier; 11 grandchildren; four great-
grandchildren; sisters, Zabine LeBlanc, Zena Grant, Annie Rose Cormier, Lucy Cormier; brother, Clarence. He was predeceased by brothers, Johnny, Joseph, Charlie, Henry, Wilfred; sister, Rita. Cremation to take place. No visitation. Funeral mass 2 p.m. Tuesday in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Sandy MacNeil officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to any charity. Arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

March 09, 1999; page B03

DeCOSTE, Donald Francis - 48, Port Royal, Richmond Co., died March 7, 1999, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Arichat, he was a son of Albert and Maria (Miousse) DeCoste, Arichat. He was with the Nova Scotia Liquor Commission, Arichat, for 26 years. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 4607, West Arichat. Surviving are his wife, the former Deloris Frank; son, Charlie, Arichat; sister, Linda (Mrs. Wayne MacNeil), Arichat; brother, Edgar, Mount Forest, Ont. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 2 p.m. Friday in Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, West Arichat, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Donations to St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat, or any charity. Arrangements entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat.

June 09, 1999; page D16

DAVID, Joseph Amedee - 79, Petit-de-Grat, Richmond Co., died June 7, 1999, in Petit-de-Grat.Born in Petit-de-Grat, he was a son of the late Joseph and Maria (Boudreau) David. He was employed with Richmond Fisheries in Petit-de-Grat from 1954 until his retirement. Surviving are his wife, the former Blandine Samson; daughter, Carol Shannahan, Delta, B.C.; sons, Victor, Arichat; Gary, Kenneth, Petit-de-Grat; brother, Bernard, Petit-de-Grat; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by son, William; brothers, Arthur, Godfrey, Joseph, Willie, Clifford; sisters, Constance, Evangeline. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral 11 a.m. Thursday in St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Petit-de-Grat, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Burial in Star of the Sea Cemetery, Petit-de-Grat.Donations to St. Joseph's renovation fund or cemetery fund.

 

September 02, 1999

DeROCHE, Mary Martha - 94, River Bourgeois, died August 31, 1999, in Richmond Villa, St. Peter's. Born in River Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late Amable and Mathilda (Burke) Burke. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Parish and a 42 year member of the Catholic Women's League. Surviving are her husband, George; brother, Delore; several nieces, nephews, great and great-great-nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her first husband, Sam Dugas; brother, Joseph Amos; sisters, Dorothy, Theresa, Ethel. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in River Bourgeois Funeral Home. Funeral 10 a.m. Friday in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Sandy MacNeil officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations to any charity. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's

September 14, 1999

DOREY, Mary Evelyn - 78, died September 11, 1999, in the Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Abraham and Stella (Briand) Forgeron. Surviving are her husband, Walter; daughters, Shirely LeBlanc, Arichat; Suzanne Boudreau, Arichat; Claire Dorey, Lucy Pettipas, Darlene Dorey, West Arichat.; sons, Leon, Leonard, Paul, West Arichat; 22 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Gladys, Quebec; Priscilla, Halifax; Jean, Sydney; Rose, Arichat; Mildred, Matilda, West Arichat; brother, Raymond Forgeron, West Arichat. She was predeceased by sister, Alice; brothers, Alfred, Ernest, Vincent. Cremation has taken place. Memorial mass at a later date in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat. Arrangements entrusted to IML Funeral Home, Petit de Grat. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or any charity

October 03, 1999

DOREY, Laura Mae - 104, Arichat, formerly of West Arichat, Richmond Co., died October 1, 1999, in St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre. Born November 4, 1894, in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Artemise (Forgeron) DesLaurier. She enjoyed her many visits from her family and friends whom she dearly loved, while she was at St. Anne Community and Nursing Care and while she was home. Her smile and soft words and gracious memories were always comforting and which always brightened her room. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and will be deeply missed by daughters, Mrs. Beatrice Brow, Halifax; Edith (Mrs. Melvin Boudreau), Pictou; Alice (Mrs. Gerry Landry), Petit De Grat; Coreen (Mrs. Wilfred Bouchard), St. Catharines, Ont.; Amelia (Mrs. Ronnie Ross), Port Royal; sons, Newman Bona, Port Royal; Valmey Dorey, MacIntyre Lake, Richmond Co.; Hubert Dorey, D'Escousse; brothers, Clarence DesLaurier, Halifax; Raymond DesLaurier, Port Royal; 37
grandchildren; 57 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband, Joe Bona; second husband, Peter Dorey; daughter, Doris; and a set of twins, Mable and Irene, in infancy; sons, Adrian Dorey, Wilfred Bona, Adrian Bona, in infancy; sisters, Ida Babin, Gladys Benoit; brothers, Harry, Arthur, Rene, Clifford, Alexie; two grandchildren; one
great-grandchild. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in C. H. Boudreau Funeral Home. Funeral 11 a.m. Monday in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Conrad Girroir officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations to the Autism Society of Nova Scotia, St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat.

October 05, 1999

DesLAURIER, Patrick Raymond - 90, St. Peter's, formerly of West Arichat, Richmond Co., died October 4, 1999, in Richmond Villa. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of the late Joseph and Regina (Forest) DesLaurier. Surviving are sister, Alice, West Arichat; several nieces and nephews. He was predecease by sisters, Evangeline, Mary; brothers, Raymond in infancy, Edmond, Alphonse, Pierre. Visitation 2-4 p.m. today in Richmond Villa, St. Peter's. Remains will be transferred to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat, for visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 12:30- 1:30 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral 2 p.m. Wednesday in Immaculate Conception Church, West
Arichat, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations to any charity. Arrangements entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat

October 26, 1999

DOREY, Walter Joseph - 82, West Arichat, died October 24, 1999, in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of the late George and Alma (Fougere) Dorey. Surviving are daughters, Shirley LeBlanc, Suzanne Boudreau, Arichat; Claire, Darlene Dorey, Lucy Petitpas, West Arichat; sons, Leon, Leonard, Paul, West Arichat; sisters, Mary, Lena, Arichat; Virginia, Louisdale; Laura, West Arichat; Alexina, Halifax; Martha, Washington, D.C.; brothers, Wilfred, Halifax; Willie, Alexie, Albert, West Arichat; 22 grandchildren; six great- grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Evelyn; brothers, Joe, Edmond, one in infancy.
Cremation has taken place. Funeral 2 p.m. Saturday, in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Ivan Loignon officiating. Burial of remains to follow in parish cemetery. Donations to The Kidney Foundation or any charity. Arrangements have been entrusted to IML Funeral Home, Petit de Grat.

November 09, 1999

DESLAURIER, Alice Fedora - 84, West Arichat, Richmond Co., died November 7, 1999, at home. Born in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Regina (Forest) DesLaurier. She is survived by her guardians Leon and Evangeline Dorey, West ürichat; four nephews. She was predeceased by brothers, Edmund, Alphonse, Pierre, Remi Patrick, Raymond in infancy; sisters, Evangline, Mary. Cremation has taken place. Visitation in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home in Arichat 7-9 p.m. Thursday, November 11, 1999. Memorial service to be held 11 a.m. Friday in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of choice

November 28, 1999

DeWOLFE, Mary Martha - 86, D'Escousse, Richmond Co., died November 26, 1999, in the Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in St. Ninan, Inverness Co., she was a daughter of the late Angus Hector and Mary (MacDonald) MacIsaac. She was a member of the Evergreen Senior Citizens Club, Port Hawkesbury and a past member of the Civic Improvement Society, D'Escousse. She is survived by daughters, Mary Cecilia (Mrs. Russell Poirier), D'Escousse; Elizabeth (Mrs. Harry Brooks), New Glasgow; Rose (Mrs. Keith Booth), Musquodoboit; sons, Joseph Leo (Patricia Ann), Billerica, Mass.; Edwin Francis (Joan), Petit De Grat; Robert Stanley (Marie), Arichat; Thomas Gregory (Catherine Louise), D'Escousse; sister, Isabel (Mrs. Angus W. MacDonald), Halifax; brothers, Robert John (Annie), Windsor, Ont.; Hector (Sadie), Port Hawkesbury; 17 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Frederick Leo; sisters, Catherine Beaton, Anna MacDonald, Annie MacEachern, Marie MacDonald; brother, William. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, 1-2:30 p.m. Monday, both in St. Hyacinth Parish Funeral Parlor. Funeral service to be held 3 p.m. Monday in St. Hyacinth Parish, D'Escousse, Rev. Yvon Loignon officiating, burial in parish cemetery. Memorial donations can
be made to St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat or to the charity of choice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat.

December 13, 1999
 

DUGAS, Joseph Leon - 62, died December 10, 1999, in St. Anne's Centre, Arichat. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of Regina and the late Walter Dugas. Surviving are his wife, Deliah; daughters, Paulette Marchand, Louisdale; Carol LeBlanc, Cheticamp; son, Howard, West Arichat; four grandchildren. Visitation 9-10:30 a.m. today in IML Funeral Home, 3450 Highway 206, Petit- de-Grat. Funeral 11 a.m. today in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Ivan Liognon officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations to St. Anne's Nursing Care Centre or Strait Richmond Palliative Care Society

 

Feb. 21, 2000

DAVID, Paul Henry - 83, died February 18, 2000, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Petit-de-Grat, he was a son of the late Henry and Sabine Rose (Boudreau) David. Surviving are his wife, Elean; daughter, Betty Ann; son, Gerard; two grandchildren. He was predeceased by stepmother, Elma; stepsister, Lena; sisters, Ethel, Delia; brother, Benedict. Visitation today in IML Funeral Home, 3450 Highway 206, Petit-de-Grat, 1 p.m. until time of funeral, 3:30 p.m. in St. Joseph Catholic Church, Petit-de-Grat, Rev. Stephane Bouchet officiating. Spring burial in Star of the Cemetery, Petit-de-Grat. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or Kidney
Foundation of Canada, Nova Scotia Branch.

March 30, 2000

DOARY (Geline), Marie Evangeline - 89, River Bourgeois, Richmond Co., died March 28, 2000 in the Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in River Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late Jeffrey and Bertha (Bouchard) Landry. She was a member of St. John The Baptist CWL, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 47, Grand Anse and also a member of the Strait Richmond Hospital Ladies Auxiliary. She is survived by her daughters, Marie (Mrs. Bruce Mombourquette, River Bourgeois; Anna (Mrs. Lee Ehler), Halifax; Alice (Mrs. Robert McFetridge), Tantallon; Claire Bogle and companion Alvin MacAskill, Dartmouth; sons, Everett (Ruth), Fort Colouge,
Que.; Roddie (Margie), Sydney River; Arthur (Henrietta); Raymond, all of River Bourgeois; sisters, Mrs. Grace Melanson, Digby County; Anne Sladdin, Halifax; brothers, Cyril Landry, Rockingham; Hector Landry, St. Peter's; Leger Landry, East Bay; Everett Landry,Ontario; Alcantra Landry, River Bourgeois; 18 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Peter Wilfred "Fred" Doary; sisters, Louise and Jean; brothers, Guy and Albert. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and Friday in the River Bourgeois Community Funeral Home, River Bourgeois Funeral to be held 2 p.m. Saturday afternoon in St. John The Baptist
Church in River Bourgeois, Rev. Sandy MacNeil officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Memorial donations may be made to the strait Richmond Hospital or the L'Ardoise Medical
Clinic.

April 19, 2000

DOIRON, Frances Ernestine - 58, died April 16, 2000, in St. Anne's Nursing Care Centre, Arichat. Born in Janvrin's Harbour, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late Clarence and Hazel (George) George. Surviving are her son, Kenneth, Toronto; sisters, Rose, Arichat; Nillie, Janvrin's Harbour; Barbara Anne, Toronto; Bonnie, Halifax; brothers, Harold, Arichat; Percy, Montreal; Elwin, Halifax. She was predeceased by her brother, Manthorne. Visitation 2-9 p.m. today, in I.M.L. Funeral Home, Petit de Grat. Funeral 2 p.m. Thursday, in St. John's Anglican Church, Arichat, Arch Deacon McRae officiating. Cremation to follow funeral. Donations to
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

May 12, 2000

DAVENPORT, Constance Lydia - 67, died May 10, 2000, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Morton S. Binet. She is survived by her mother, Cecilia (Boudreau) Binet; daughters, Marie Forgeron (George), Karen Fortune (Terrance), Arichat; Marilyn Ritcey (Ron), Port Hawkesbury; sons, Gerald (Janice), Alberta; Chuck, West Arichat; Michael (Kim), Port Hawkesbury; sisters, Lydia Sampson (Ralph), Arichat; Joan Poirier, Halifax; Shirley Latham (Roger), Trenton; Marilyn LeBlanc, Dartmouth; Edith Little (Jerry), Winnipeg; brothers, John (Timmie) Binet, wife Jody, London, Ont.; Edward
Binet, wife Ann, Amherst; 11 grandchildren and five step-grandchildren. She was predeceased by brother, Stanage. She was a Registered Nurse, graduating from St. Martha's Nursing School in 1955. She practiced nursing for many years. She was a Royal Conservatory music teacher for many years. She was the founder and first president of O.L.A-C.W.L. Arichat, and also a
member of the O.L.A. Parish Council. She was a devoted mother and grandmother who enjoyed her music, reading, knitting and socializing. Her remains are resting in I.M.L. Funeral Home, Petit de Grat, with visitation from 2-9 p.m. today. Cremation will take place. Funeral mass will be at 2 p.m. Monday in Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, Arichat, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.

Nov. 09, 2000

DOBSON, Edith Cavell - 84, 622 Prince St., Port Hawkesbury, died Monday November 7, 2000, in the Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late William G. and Minnie (Diggton) Dort. She was a member of the Bible Baptist Church, Port Hawkesbury. Surviving are daughter, Carolyn Cassano, Roslindale, Mass.; sons, Ken R. Dobson, Boca, Fla.; Robert R. Dobson, Massachusetts; five grandchildren; sister, Lydia Worthylake, B.C. She was predeceased by husband, Ralston F. Dobson; sisters, Mildred Murry, Alice MacRae, Thelma Murry. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 3 p.m. Sunday November 19, in Bible Baptist Church, 42 Paint St., Port Hawkesbury, Pastor Stephen Faucette officiating. Burial of remains to follow at a later date. Funeral arrangements are under the direction J.F. Greene Funeral Services Limited, 507 Bernard Street, Port Hawkesbury.

December 23, 2000

DOYLE, Frank B. - Edmonton, Alta., formerly of Arichat, Richmond Co., passed away Thursday, December 15, 2000, in Edmonton, where he had his home. He was 68 years of age. He was a son of the late E.C. Doyle and Evengeline Gagnon Doyle of Arichat. He attended Arichat High School and St. Francis Xavier University and was an employee of Imperial Oil Ltd. for over 40 years. During his retirement he was an avid golfer and enjoyed his winter home in Arizona, USA. He is survived by his wife, Cathy and his married children, Lisa, Janis and Sharon and by his three grandchildren. Surviving also are his bother, Paul (Blanche) Doyle, Arichat and Florida; his sisters, Sister Monica Doyle, Kingston, Jamaica, West Indies and Margaret Scull (Bob), Richmond, Va., USA. The funeral took place in Edmonton on Thursday, December 21, with burial in Edmonton. There will be a mass in the near future in Assumption
Church, Arichat for relatives and friends.

December 24, 2000

DELOREY, Raymond Joseph - 90, Port Royal, Richmond Co., died December 23, 2000, at home. Born in Arichat, he was a son of the late Thomas and Artemise (Forgeron) Delorey. He was a member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 150, Arichat. Surviving are daughters, Rosemond Delorey, Halifax; Leeanne Jean, St. Marys; stepdaughter, Joan Claire, North Carolina; sons, Peter, Larry, Dwayne, Port Royal; Everett, D'Escousse; Paul, Central Burlington; Lloyd, Fredericton, N.B.; brother, Clarence, Halifax; 22 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by son, Lloyd in infancy; grandson,
Christian; sisters, Laura, Ida, Gladys; brothers, Rene, Clifford, Fred, Arthur, Alexis, Bertie, Harry. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service at a later date. Donations to the Veteran's Comfort Fund. Arrangements entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat

January 10, 2001

DeCOSTE, Joseph Exis - 74, Arichat, died January 8, 2001, in his home in Arichat. Born in Arichat, he was a son of the late Charles and Mary (Momberquette) DeCoste. He is survived by daughters, Deborah Quinn, Halifax; Denise Millan, Calgary; Karen DeCoste, Sharon Gallant, both of Summerside, P.E.I.; son, Wayne, Halifax; sisters, Mary Louise Pertus, Dartmouth; Jeanette Lawson, Barbara Brown, both of Halifax; brothers, Joseph, Ontario; Raymond, Albert, both of Arichat; 15 grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, Fred. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Friday morning from 9 until time of memorial service which
will be held at 11 a.m., reception to follow all in the C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, 633 Lower Road in Arichat, with Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Burial in Our Lady of Assumption Parish Cemetery.

March 30, 2001

DOREY, Patricia Claire "Patsy" - Evanston, Richmond Co. It is with much sadness and deep regret that we announce the passing of our cherished wife, mother and grandmother, March 28, 2001, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. She was a devoted wife and mother, who loved her family dearly. She was a member of St. Francis de Sales Parish, Lower River Inhabitants and a member of the CWL. She enjoyed attending craft shows and spending time with family and friends. She was loved by all who knew her and her memory will live on in our hearts forever. Born in Antigonish, she was a daughter of the late Leo and Catherine Katie (McNamara) McNamara. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Alfred; daughters, Natasha, at home; Denise (Mike) Kelly, Port Hastings; sons, Barry (Sheila), River Bourgeois; Brent, Port Hawkesbury; grandchildren, Gina, Ryan, Krista, Riley and Connor; sisters, Dorothy MacDonald, Saint Margarets Bay; Darlene (Steve) Boudreau, MacIntyre Mountain; Sharon (Edward) Sampson, Evanston; brothers, Terry (Mary), Blair (Jean), Wayne (Ann), all of Evanston; Carl (Eileen), Whiteside; Gary (Debbie), Grantville; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her
son in infancy, Alfred Craig; brothers, Ernest and Stephen Daniel. Visitation will be 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. today, 11-1:30 p.m. Saturday, in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Funeral mass will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, in St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Allan MacPhie officiating. Interment in St. Patrick's Parish Cemetery, Whiteside. Memorial
donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Canadian Cancer Society. Long may she live, for there is no other who could take the place of our dear mother

May 12, 2001

DAVID, Linda Cecile - Died May 11, 2001, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Massachusetts, she was a daughter of Ida Landry and the late Alexander Poirier. She is survived by husband, Anthony, United States; daughter, Claudine, D'Escousse; son, Dana, Kuujjuaq, Northern Quebec; sister, Shirley (Robert) Carpenter, Maine; 12 grandchildren. She was predeceased by brother, Alfred Poirier; son, Brian; stepfather, Hubert Landry. Memorial mass will be celebrated in St. Hyacinth Catholic Church, D'Escousse, 11 a.m. Monday, May 14, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Burial of ashes at a later date. Donations may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Society, Atlantic Division. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the compassionate care of I.M.L. Funeral Services, Petit de Grat.

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.

May 19, 2001

DORE, Joseph E. - 83, Halifax, died Friday, May 18, 2001, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII, Halifax. Born on Janvrin Island, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late Peter John and Bertha (Decoste) Doré. Joe retired from CN Rail in 1975, after 35 years and served in the Canadian Army during the Second World War. He is survived by sons, Philip, Hammonds Plains; Stewart, Dartmouth; daughters, Elizabeth (Mrs. W. O'Sullivan), Sheila (Mrs. J. MacNeil), both of Halifax; Judy, Avonport; Karen, Halifax; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; brother, Bennie, Janvrin Island; sisters, Alice and Melvina, Massachusetts, USA; Corrine, Timberlea. He was predeceased by his wife, Thelma in 1997; brothers, Wilfred, John, Roddie, Leo; sisters, Margaret, Marion, Sylvia. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today and 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in Snow's Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax. Funeral mass will be held 10 a.m. Monday in St. Lawrence's Church, Dutch Village Road, Rev. Owen
Connolly officiating. Burial to follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.

June 22, 2001

DOYLE, Marion Louise - 95, Northwood Manor, Halifax, passed away peacefully June 20, 2001, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in St. Peter's, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late James and Gertrude (Lawlor)
Doyle. Marion was an employee of the Department of Transportation until her retirement. She was greatly cared for by her grand-nephew, Scot Lingley. She is survived by her brother, James Pierce, Timberlea. She will be lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, grand-nephews and great grand-nephews. She was predeceased by sister, Kathleen (Charles) Aucoin. No visitation by request. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic Church, Halifax, Rev. E. Theriault officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hope Cottage. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to A.L. Mattatall Funeral Home, Dartmouth.

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
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July 09, 2001

DeWOLFE, Mary Rosaline - 45, Petit de Grat, died July 4, 2001, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Arichat, she was a daughter of Madeline (Martell) Boudreau and the late Edward R. Boudreau. She is survived by her husband, Ralph; sister, Paulette; brothers, Blair (Bernadette), Paul, both of Petit de Grat; Kenny, Arichat; Brian (Carolyn), Sampson's Cove. She was predeceased by a sister in infancy. Visitation was held Friday in IML Funeral Home, Petit de Grat. Funeral mass was held Saturday in St. Joseph Catholic Church, Petit de Grat, Rev. Stephane Bouchet officiated. Burial followed in Star of the Sea Cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Funeral is entrusted to the compassionate care and direction of IML Funeral Home, Petit de Grat.

Sunday, November 18, 2001
 
DOREY, Francis Leon - 68, St. Peter's, formerly of West Arichat, died November 16, 2001, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of the late Edmund and Lillian (Perrot) Dorey. He is survived by daughters, Gail Samways (Rick), Halifax; Karen Daisley (Edward), Port Hawkesbury; Connie Dorey (Clarence), Lower River;
son, Francis Jr. (Nancy), Dartmouth; sister, Madonna Richard (Gaston), Arichat; seven grandchildren. Visitation will be held 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and 9:30-10:30 a.m. Monday in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral mass will be 11 a.m. Monday in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Condolences can be sent to [email protected].

Saturday, February 16, 2002

DAWSON, John Dan - 71, Hay Cove, died February 14, 2002, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Mount Auburn, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late James and Catherine (MacLeod) Dawson. He worked for Scotia Limestone and retired from the Department of Transportation in 1995. He is survived by his wife, the former Vera Landry; sons, Robert (Sue), Carl (Laura), both in Alberta; Richard (Tammy), at home; brother, Daniel (Judy), Dudley, Mass.; sisters, Dolena Barr, Dartmouth; Eileen Briand, at home. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and Sunday in Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Monday in Calvin Presbyterian Church, Loch Lomond, Pastor Kevin Richardson
officiating. Burial to follow in Lochside Cemetery. Donations may be made to Kidney Foundation of Canada, Nova Scotia Branch. Arrangements are under the direction of the Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Monday, February 25, 2002

DOREY, Mary Gerata "Rita" - 74, Halifax, whose journey of life ended peacefully on February 23, 2002, after a short but courageous battle against esophagus cancer in the VG Site, QEII, Halifax. Born in Port Felix, Guysborough Co., June 18, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Jeffrey and Madeline (Bond) Pelrine. She loved life, her family and spending time in Janvrins Harbour, Cape Breton. She was a caring housekeeper and loving mother. She leaves behind her husband of over 50 years, Arthur; loving sons, Albert, Michael, as well as a special member of the family, Pierre, all of Halifax; sisters, Matilda (Godfrey) Gaudet, Janvrins Harbour, Cape Breton; Jan (Oscar) Perry, Bedford; brothers, Stanley (Lillian), Jimmie (Marie), both of Halifax; Clayton (Stella), Port Royal, Cape Breton. She was predeceased by twin daughters at birth; sister, Geneva;
brothers, Clarence, Lawson, Walter and Wallace. Very special thanks to her sister, Matilda, for her help and support in the last weeks and to Pierre. Cremation has taken place. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today in J. Albert Walker Funeral Home, 149 Herring Cove Rd., Halifax. Funeral mass 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Mary's Basilica, Father Paul Morris officiating. Reception to follow the service in the church hall. Interment will be at a later date in West Arichat Cemetery, Cape Breton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of choice. Also a special thanks to the nurses of the Palliative Care Unit 7A. The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. (Psalm 23).

Monday, February 25, 2002

DeROACHE, Wilfred George - 91, River Bourgeois, died February 22, 2002, at home. Born in Halifax, he was the son of the late Joseph and Alexina (Dugas) DeRoache. He is survived by sisters, Minnie and Caroline; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Martha (Burke) and sister, Lillian. Visitation was held in River Bourgeois Funeral Home. Funeral mass
will be held 2 p.m. today in St. John The Baptist Church, Rev. Sandy MacNeil officiating. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to St. John The Baptist Church. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Tuesday, March 12, 2002

DOYLE SCULL, Margaret - 67, Wicomico Church, Va., U.S.A., formerly of Arichat, died Wednesday, March 6, 2002. She is survived by her husband of 29 years, Robert W. Scull of Wicomico Church; sister, Sister Monica M. Doyle, Kingston, Jamaica; brother, Paul C. Doyle, Arichat; 11 nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, George, Edward, Frank. She graduated with honours from St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, in 1955 with a bachelor's degree in nursing. After teaching in nursing programs across Canada, she entered University of Michigan, receiving a master's degree in nursing in 1967. She taught in nursing programs at Vanderbilt University, University of Kentucky and Rhode Island University, before
moving to Richmond, Va. to enter the Nurse Practitioner Program at VCU Medical College of Virginia in 1975. She was a nurse practitioner in the Department of Cardiology at MCV for 20 years before retiring in 1996. An active cruiser under sail and small boat racer, she was a member of the Great Wicomico Cruising Club and Rappahannock River Yacht Club. A memorial service was held in Wicomico Episcopal Church at 11 a.m. on March 9, followed by a reception in the church hall. Memorial contributions may be made to Department of Cardiology, VCU Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA 23261, in care of its chairman, Dr. George Vetrovec.

GLOUCESTER DAILY TIMES Friday, March 29, 2002

BRIAN D. DOYLE, 59, died early Wednesday morning at his home following an extended battle with cancer. He was the husband of Rosemary E. (Graham) Doyle. Born in Gloucester on May 21, 1942, he was the son of the late Augustine P.N.and Genevieve A. (Rose) Doyle. He was a graduate of Gloucester High School, class of 1962, and had resided in Gloucester for most of his life. He was also a quartermaster in the U.S. Navy in the early 1960s. Mr. Doyle was employed as a supervisor for the Boston & Maine Railroad for more than 20 years. He was a member of the Republican Lodge, A.F.& A.M. in Greenfield and the Melha Temple Shrine in Springfield. He was an avid model shipbuilder and enjoyed traveling in this R.V. across the
United States and Canada. He took great joy in giving historic trolley tours to the children of Cape Ann . In addition to his wife of 35 years, he is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Amy E. and Charles O. Elwell of Rockport; two sons and daughters-in-law, Shawn D. and Sukki Doyle of Denver, Colo., and Brenden R. Doyle and Sara O'Connell of Gloucester; six
grandchildren, Nicholas, Cameron, Paige and Morgan Elwell, all of Rockport, and Shane andm Mindy Doyle, both of Denver, Colo.; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Maureen and Fred Bennett of Bradenton, Fla., and Sharon and Ado Torrisi of Clearwater, Fla.; a brother and sister-in-law, Kevin and Diane Doyle of Panama City, Fla.; an aunt, Dorothy Rose of Gloucester; and many nieces and nephews.
DOYLE,--- Of Gloucester, on March 27, 2002, Brian D. Doyle , 59, husband of Rosemary E. (Graham) Doyle and father of Amy E. Elwell and Shawn D. and Brenden R. Doyle. Funeral services will be held tomorrow in the Pike-Grondin Funeral Home, 61 Middle St., Gloucester, at 11 a.m. Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend. at the family's request, there are no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Restoration Fund of The Gloucester Adventure, P.O. Box 1306, Gloucester, MA, 01930.

Friday, May 24, 2002

DAVID, Agnes Amelia - 76, Petit de Grat, died peacefully May 23, 2002, with her loving family by her side. Born in River Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Alvina (Landry) Landry. She will be sadly missed by daughters, Claire (Mrs Benedict Clannon), Monica (Mrs Bobby Duffney), Wanda (Mrs Kenny MacDonald), all of Petit de Grat; Nancy
(Mrs Julian Richer), Port Royal; Noreen (Mrs Charles Paupin), West Arichat; Judy (Mrs Gary Oake), Eastern Passage; Donalda (Mrs Rene LeBlanc), Lower Sackville; sons, Blaise, Huntley, Cecil, Hubert, Randy, all of Petit de Grat; sisters, Charlotte (Mrs Fred LeBlanc), River Bourgeois; Mrs Milda Clattenburg, Oromocto, N.B.; brothers, Cletus, Gervase, both of River Bourgeois; 24 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur James David; sisters, Ethel, Laura, Theresa; brother, Leo Huntley. Visiting will take place today from 2-9 p.m. and Saturday 11-2:30 p.m. in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Mass of Christian Burial will be 3 p.m. Saturday in St. Joseph's Church, Petit de Grat, Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating, assisted by Rev Stephane Bouchet. Burial to follow in Star of the Sea Cemetery, Petit de Grat. Memorial donations to the ROCK Center in Port Hawkesbury or Richmond Villa Alzheimers Unit. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at: [email protected]

Friday, July 5, 2002

DOREY, William Albert - 87, West Arichat, died July 4, 2002, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston, Richmond Co. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of the late George and Alma (Fougere) Dorey. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Evelyn (Covin); daughters, Violet (Leon) Bonin, Kathleen (John) Dorey, Zita (James) Boudreau, Evangeline (Leonard) Dorey; sons, Joseph (Jean), Port Hawkesbury; Ambrose (Rosemond), Arthur (Collette), Telma (Betty), David (Anne), all of West Arichat; 20 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; brothers, Elexie (Violet), Albert, West Arichat; Wilfred (Violet), Halifax; sisters, Laura Gerrard, West Arichat; Martha Murphy, Seattle, Wash. He was predeceased by brothers, Joe, Edmond, Walter; sisters,
Mary, Lena, Evangeline. Visitation will be 2-9 p.m. today and 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday in I.M.L. Funeral Home, 3450 Hwy. 206, Petit de Grat. Funeral mass will be held 1 p.m. Saturday in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, West Arichat, Rev. Yvan Loignon officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to Immaculate Conception Church Fund.

 Bernard P. Digout – 1981
Baddeck – Bernard Peter Digout, 59, of Baddeck, died Tuesday in Halifax.  Born in River Bourgeois, Antigonish County, he was the son of the late Tom and Marie (Landry) Digout.  He was an employee of Standard Paving, Halifax, for 42 years.  Surviving are his wife, the former Anna Ferguson; four sons, Peter, David, Richard and Dennis, all of Halifax; two sisters, Ethel, St. Peter’s, Guysborough County, and Mary, Green Island, N.Y.; six brothers, Leo, River Bourgeois, Martin, St. Peters, Alex, New York, Charlie, London, Ont., Andrew, Winnipeg, and Vincent, Dartmouth, and five grandchildren.  He was predeceased by several brothers.  The body will be in MacAskil’s Funeral Home, Baddeck, after 2 p.m. today.  Funeral service will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday in Knox Presbyterian Church, Rev. Ian MacLeod officiating, with burial in Greenwood Cemetery, Baddeck.  Donations may be made to the Canadian Heart Foundation.

Wilfred Dugas – 1983
Arichat – Wilfred Dugas, 71, of Halifax, formerly of River Bourgeois died Thursday in Victoria General Hospital.  Born in River Bourgeois, he was a son of the late Isiah and Annie (Landry) Dugas.  He is survived by a brother Simon, Halifax; two sisters, Mrs. Louise Forster, Halifax; and Carrie (Mrs. Roy Trueman), River Bourgeois.  He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Tyrell.  Funeral will be 10 a.m. today in Our Lady of Assumption Church, Arichat, with interment in the parish cemetery.

Saturday, August 3, 2002

DOIRON, John "Jack" - 54, Shubenacadie, passed away August 1, 2002, in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of Georgina (Richard) Boucher, Arichat and the late Harry Doiron. He worked with the Canadian Merchant Marine on the Great Lakes for 18 years. Jack was a resident of Shubenacadie for over 10 years, previously of Enfield. He was a member of St. Bridget's Roman Catholic Church, Shubenacadie. He was active in Children's Aid Society as a parent counselor and foster parent. Jack was a real enthusiast of water and boats. He will be sadly missed by his wife,
Marg; sons, Kenneth, at home; Adrian, Brookfield; James and Jonathan, both at home; daughter, Jennifer, Casper, Wyo.; sisters, Helen Boudreau (Joe), Hazel Bouchard (René), both of Arichat; Brenda Jeffrey (Bobby), Louisdale; Margaret Moreau (Paul), Port Hawkesbury; Vonnie MacPhee (Ken), Sault St. Marie, Ont.; brother, Wayne (Mary), Edmonton; several nieces and nephews. Besides his father, he was predeceased by brother, Christian. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in Ettinger Funeral, Shubenacadie. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 6, in St. Bridget's Church, Shubenacadie, Father Arthur Gouthro, S.A. officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. On-line condolences may beexpressed by going to Ettinger Funeral Home's website:www.funeralscanada.com/homes/ettinger and clicking on "contact us".

DIGOUT, Alfred (Fred)   80, River Bourgeois, died peacefully August 29, 1998in Strait Richmond Hospital.  He was a son of the late Victor and Mary.Emma (Landry) Digout.  Fred Was interested in sports throughout his life; he played baseball, hockey and was an avid sports fisherman and hunter. He operated a lumbering and sawmill business for many years and was Municipal Building Inspector for Richmond County.  He is survived by his wife, the former Therese. Baccardax; sons, Louis (Mary), David (Debbie), River Bourgeois; Albert; (Wendy) Toronto; daughter, Gloria (Brian) Latimer, Sydney River,12 grandchildren; sisters, Margaret (Alfred) Richard, Germaine Mombourquette, River Bourgeois; brothers, Charles (Frances), George (Sharon) River Bourgeois; Vincent (Marie), Marshall (Eileen), Ferd (Norma) Brantford, Stan (Marge), Saskatchewan; brothers-in-law, Rev. Peter Baccardax, Paul Baccardax, sisters in law, Estelle Bonna, Cecilia Baccardax, Margaret Digout.  He was predeceased by brother, Arthur, (Tattoo). Visitation at River Bourgeois Funeral Home, today from 2 4,7 9 p.m.  Funeral in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Donations may be made to Strait Area Right to Life, Strait Richmond Hospital or the charity of choice.  Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home.
 

DOYLE, Howard Leo – 75, D’Escousse, Richmond Co., died November 8, 1997, in St. Martha’s Regional Hospital, Antigonish.  Born in Rocky Bay, Richmond Co., he was the son of the late Charles and Blanch (Keating) Doyle.  He was in the Royal Royal Canadina Naval Reserve, serving overseas during the Second World War.  Surviving are his wife, the former Christine Clark, daughters, Iris (Mrs. Richard Terfey), Mount Uniacke; Paula (Mrs. Larry Connors); Monica (Mrs. George Henley), both of Halifax; step-daughters Jean (Mrs. Paul Samson), Cap La Ronde; Mary Clark, at home; sons, Henry and wife Nancy, D’Escousse; Robert and wife Betty, Mount Uniacke; David and wife Faye, Poulamon; Michael and wife Ellen, Sackville; stepsons Charlie Clark and wife Lorette, D’Escousse; Jimmy Clark and wife Sheila, Samsonville; sister, Mary C. (Norellen) James and companion Ernest Landry; 17 grnadchildren17 grandchildren.  He was predeceased by his first wife, jennie Tavenor; brothers Rosco, Lester, Leonard, Joseph in infancy; sister, Eva.  Funeral mass will ne held today in St. Hyacinth Parish Church, D’Escousse, Rev. John MacDonald officiating.  Burial to follow in the parish cemetery.  Donations may be made to St. Hyacinth Parish Cemetery fund.  Arrangements entrusted to IML Funeral Services, Petit de Grat.

ANITA LOUISE DORT
The death of Anita Louise Dort, 66, of Lochside, Richmond County, occurred at the Strait Richmond Hospital in Evanston on Monday, November 12, 1990. Born in Arichat, she was the daughter of the late James and Annie Louise (DeRoche) Forrest.
She is survived by her husband, Albert; a daughter, Linda (MrsTerry Cameron), Calgary; Alberta; six sons, Leonard Forrest, Cape North; Andrew, Jerry, David, all of Lochside; Francis, Petit de Grat; Edward, Edmonton; one sister, Mrs Minnie Edwards, Pondville; two brothers, Albert, Cornelius, both of Pondville; 16 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by two brothers, Bertie and Joseph. The body rested at the C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home Ltd. in Arichat.  Funeral Mass was held from Our Lady of Assumption Church in Arichat on Wednesday; November 14, officiated by Rev. Conrad Girroir.  Burial took place in the parish cemetery. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home Ltd. in Alichat.

LESTER SYLVESTER DOYLE
Lester Sylvester Doyle, 78, D'Escousse, Richmond County, died Thursday, January 7, 1993 at the Strait Richmond Hospital in...

DeROCHE, Simon   89, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, Richmond County, formerly of Martinique, Richmond County, died May 16,1993, in the home.  Born in Martinique, he was a son of the late Theodore and Elizabeth (Benoit) DeRoche. He is survived by a stepson, Joe Shannon, Martinique; brother, Elias, St. Peter's.  He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Louise Pellrine; two sisters, Margaret, Sarah; two brothers, Vincent, Charles.  Visitation will be 6 9 p.m. tonight in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Joseph Cote officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery.

Dorey, joseph Clifford--76,louisdale,died April 9,2003, in Strait Richmond Hospital.Evanston. Born on Janvrin's Island,Richmond County,he was the son of the late Gus Walter and Mary Alma (Boudreau) Dorey. He was a member of
St Louis Parish. He is survived by his wife, Patricia (Pottie); daughters-Carolyn,Lower River;Valerie,Port
Hawkesbury;Louise,Louisbourg;sons-Brian,Rocky Bay;Wallie, Collingwood;Jamus,Louisdale;stepdaughters-June,Port Hawkesbury;Cindy,River Bourgeois;Susan, Janvrin's Island;stepsons-Paul,Poirierville,Peter, Port Hawkesbury; sisters,Violet,Viola,Agnes,Sandra,Jean,isabelle,and Bertha;brothers-Joseph, George, Amadee Wilfred, Angus and Alfred; 4
grandchildren;16 stepgrandchildren;3 step ggreatchildren.He was predeceased by son,David;daughter in infancy; granddaughter,Lisa Marie; ggranddaughter,Andrea;sisters-Helen and Theresa.Cremation has taken place.
Celebration of Life will be held 2 p.m. today in St Louis Parish Church, Father Gary MacPherson officiating.Burial in Immaculate Conception Parish Cemetery ,West Arichat, at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the St Louis Parish Paving Project or Rosary Park. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to C. H. Funeral Home,Arichat. On line condolences can be sent to the family at [email protected]

"I believe that Clifford was married (1) to Mary Hill of Balmoral,with whom he had all his children except Jamus.Jamus's mother is Patricia Pottie, d/o Joseph Pottie and Marcelline Fougere,widow of Alex Fougere of Poulamond."
Lean Samson

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper

Tuesday, May 20, 2003

DeYOUNG, Elgin Kenneth - 58, West Arichat, died May 19, 2003, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Inverness, he was a son of the late Paul Cornelius and Gertrude (MacKinnon )
DeYoung. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 40 years, Juliette Mary (Meunier); daughter, Shirley Samson (Bradley), West Arichat; sons, Paul (Karen), Darrell, both of Dartmouth; sister, Pauline Shannon (Lester), Martinique; brother, Malcolm (Jean), Arichat; grandchildren, Nicole Ann, Kenneth Murdock John, Aneisa Leigh. He was predeceased by brothers, Murdock John, and Paul in infancy. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held to celebrate Elgin's life, Wednesday afternoon at 2 p.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Stephane Gamache officiating. Burial to follow in Immaculate Conception Parish Cemetery, West Arichat. Memorial donations may be made to Strait Richmond Hospital Palliative Care Foundation. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at: [email protected]

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.

Thursday, July 3, 2003

MAHER (Digout), Claire Elizabeth Virginia - 62, Plymouth, England, passed away peacefully at home in the presence of her husband Pat on July 2, 2003. Born in St. Peter's, she was a daughter of Sarah Digout, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's and the late Dr. Joseph H. Digout. She was a teacher who taught several years in Nova Scotia and than she moved to England in the early 70s. Besides her mother, she is survived by her husband, Pat, Plymouth, England; sister, Yvonne (Gillis) Strachan, Mulgrave; brother, Daniel (Carmella) Digout, Lower Sackville; many nieces and nephews. Services will be held in Plymouth, England at a later date. Memorial masses may be said or donations may be made to Canadian Liver Foundation, Halifax Chapter.

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.

Thursday, July 17, 2003

DOIRON, Ephrem Wilfred - Died July 15, 2003, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of the late William and Victoria (Martell) Doiron. He worked for the municipality for many years. He is survived by his wife, Bertha; son, Richard; two grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. He was the last surviving member of his immediate
family. He was predeceased by sisters, Amelia, Laura, Alice and Anita; brothers, Wallace, Francis, Harry and Clarence. Cremation has taken place. No visitation. Donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Arrangements are entrusted to I.M.L. Funeral Services, 3450 Hwy. 206, Petit de Grat.

Here is an obit that George would not have known was connected to Isle Madame:
This young man was the grandson of Mary Melina Leblanc, daughter of Joseph Walter LeBlanc & Margaret Anne 'Diana' Samson, who married Thomas Richard Hibbetts of Halifax. Her daughter, Jo Anne Hibbitts was this young man's mother. 
Jeanne

DOWELL, Joseph Thomas "Joey"
DOWELL, Joseph Thomas "Joey" - 19, Oldham, passed away July 30, 2003, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax, after an All Terrain Vehicle accident. Born in Halifax, he was the son of Dexter and Joanne (Hibbitts) Dowell. He was a grade 12 graduate of Lockview High School. He was employed with Ledwidge Lumber Mill and two years at the Irving Big Stop, Enfield. He loved fishing, hunting and four wheeling. Besides his parents, he is survived by sister, Amanda, at home; foster parents, Edward and Caroline Williams, Pockwock; foster brothers, Paul and Jamie; foster sister, Kristen; godfather, Bob Hibbitts; godmother, Joyce Boutilier; a number of aunts and uncles and many friends. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Thomas and Mary Hibbitts, Perry and Muriel Dowell. Visitation will be 1-10 p.m. Saturday, August 2, in Ettinger Funeral Home, Shubenacadie. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, August 3, in Riverview United Church, Elmsdale, Nancy Ritchie officiating. Burial in Elmsdale Cemetery. Donations may be made to Elmsdale Cemetery, c/o Charles Donaldson, 145 Hwy. 2, Enfield, NS B2T 1C8. On-line condolences may be sent to: [email protected]

Monday, October 27 2003, The Halifax Herald Limited

DAWSON-MacPHERSON, Kiley Jacqueline
DAWSON-MacPHERSON, Kiley Jacqueline - Daughter of Monique Dawson and Gordon MacPherson, passed away suddenly October 24, 2003, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, at almost one year of age. Born November 2, 2002, Kiley survived an extremely premature birth, overcame many hurdles and became a true miracle baby. Despite her early difficulties, she was growing into an alert, intelligent and happy child with a big smile for everyone and a keen interest in the people and world around her. Her cheerful personality and ready laughter brought joy to all who met her. Her sudden passing has come as a great shock to her family, and she will be missed by all. She was predeceased by her twin sister, Monica Ann on November 2, 2002. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, October 28 at 11 a.m. in St. Theresa's Church, Sydney. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Neo-natal Intensive Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.

Monday, October 27 2003, The Halifax Herald Limited

DAWSON-MacPHERSON, Kiley Jacqueline
DAWSON-MacPHERSON, Kiley Jacqueline - Daughter of Monique Dawson and Gordon MacPherson, passed away suddenly October 24, 2003, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, at almost one year of age. Born November 2, 2002, Kiley survived an extremely premature birth, overcame many hurdles and became a true miracle baby. Despite her early difficulties, she was growing into an alert, intelligent and happy child with a big smile for everyone and a keen interest in the people and world around her. Her cheerful personality and ready laughter brought joy to all who met her. Her sudden passing has come as a great shock to her family, and she will be missed by all. She was predeceased by her twin sister, Monica Ann on November 2, 2002. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, October 28 at 11 a.m. in St. Theresa's Church, Sydney. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Neo-natal Intensive Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.

I also want to send an Obit that will be posted in the Halifax Herald on Dec 15, 2003 of my Aunt Ada who had a summer place in Martinique. She had bought Aunt Sadie and Charlie Martell's home and sold it in the last few years.
Well Ada passed away in November. Some of you might have know Ada and our family. Ada, myself, and my grandmother Evangeline lived in Martinque, I left in the early 60's and Ada and Evangeline left in the Late 60's I
believe. you all have a good day
sincerely
Heather

DeROACHE-PIPHER, Ada Mary -52, Oshawa, Ont. On November 19, 2003, Ada went to be with the Lord, after a courageous battle with cancer. Ada was born February 13,1951, in Arichat, the daughter of Evangeline DeYoung (Landry) and the late Vincent DeRoache. She did volunteer work with the Victorian Order of Nurses and spent 30 years working as a pharmacy assistant. Ada is survived by her husband, Dan; sisters, Mary Stevenson (Roger), Mae Bradley, Frances Taylor (Gerard); brothers, Wallace, Dominique (Donna), Alvin; many nieces, nephews, and sister-in-law, Joan Pipher. She was predeceased by her stepfather, Dominique DeYoung. She is sadly missed by family and friends. We know Ada is now safe in the arms of God, where we will all meet her some day. The Family would like for you to join them as they remember Ada in a Memorial Service on December 17, at 9:30 a.m. in The Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise.

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
 Wednesday, December 24, 200
 
DOIRON, Lorraine K. - 94, Arborstone Enhanced Care, Halifax. We regretfully announce the passing of our dear mother Lorraine with her family at her side on December 22, 2003. Born in West Arichat, Cape Breton, she was a daughter of the late Mary Elizabeth (Gerrard) and Peter Paupin. She worked at the Carlton Hotel and the Nova Scotian Hotel, until her retirement. Surviving are daughters, Frances (Steve) Carraggi, Florida; Leona (Dave) Molloy, Chris (Lawrence) Slaunwhite, and son, Wesley (Carmella), all of Lower Sackville; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Leon, West Arichat; sister, Lena, Guysborough. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles; sisters, Lavina, Evangeline, Jeannette. Cremation has taken place. No visiting by request. Funeral 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 30, in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat. Donations to any charity.

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
 Tuesday, January 13, 2004
 
DEVEAU (Boudreau), Mary Ann - 77, Halifax, passed away in the VG Site, QEII, Palliative Care. Born in Little Anse, Cape Breton, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Eugenie (Samson) Boudreau. She spent most of her life in Halifax. She was a kind, generous, loving person with a "heart of gold". She will be greatly missed by her husband and family. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Arthur; sisters, Maud (Joe) Bourque, New Glasgow; Lizer Mae Samson, New Brunswick; Hilda (Arthur) Landry, North Sydney; Marina (Helaire) Marchand. She was predeceased by sisters, Alma and Blanche; stepbrothers, Joe, Amedie and Helaire. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. today in J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax. Memorial mass 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 14, in St. Theresa's Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Thomas White officiating. Reception to follow in the church basement. On-line e-mail condolences to: [email protected]
 

Halifax Herald January 31, 2004
 
DAKAI, Mary Matilda "Tillie" - 93, Jimtown, Antigonish Co., formerly of Middle Cape, Cape Breton Co., died peacefully on January 6, 2004, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late Simone and Jane (DeCoste) Sampson. Tillie lived most of her life in Middle Cape, but moved to Antigonish in 1998 to live with her niece Brenda and the Berthiaume family. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by Brenda, Jerry Sr., Jerry Jr., Breton, Ben, Melissa Anne and Jessie. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles; son, Clifford; brothers, Joe, Charles, Benny, and Alex; sister, Angeline; grandnephew, Luke. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 7, in St. Mary's Church, Big Pond,
Rev. Joe Gillis officiating. Memorial donations to St. Mary's Parish Fund.
On-line condolences at: www.clcurry.com

DeWOLFE, Raymond Richard "Dick", Age 70 of Rocky Mt., North Carolina, formerly of Marlboro, Massachusetts, died Thursday, February 19, 2004, of an apparent aortic anuyersym (sp?).  Born December 22, 1933 in Waltham, Massachusetts the son of the late Raymond P. DeWolfe (d. 1986), and Sophie L. Cylinski DeWolfe (d. 1972).  Dick was a member of B.A.S.S.  and Bass Masters.  He was active in the Moose Lodge in Rocky Mount and was a Korean war veteran.   He was
predeceased by a brother, John, in infancy, and a granddaughter, Amy Pierce. He is survived by his wife, Sandra J. DeWolfe, 3 daughters, Donna (Mike) Nelson of Maple Park, IL; Marcy A. DeWolfe of Needham, MA, Nancy L. (Mark) Bullock of Rocky Mt., NC and 3 step-children, Michael (Mary)Pascal, Marlboro, MA, Stephen Pascal and Lisa (Scott) Pierce, both of Hudson, MA; seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; sisters Ann Ferguson and Madeline Brown, both of Pensacola, Florida, and June Ecklund of Sudbury, Mass. Funeral services by Wheeler & Woodlief, Rocky Mt. NC.  Burial following
church services at Rocky Mt. Memorial Park with military honors.
 

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
 Tuesday, March 9, 2004
 
DeCOSTE, Greta Marion - 91, Halifax, formerly of Arichat, passed away March 4, 2004, at her residence in Northwood Manor, Halifax. Born in New Carlisle, Gaspe, Que., she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Margaret E. (Dixon) Hake. She is survived by daughters, Christine McKay (Gervaise), Brooklyn; Carolyn Haines (George), Dartmouth; Elaine Bonnyman (James), New Minas; Debbie Gibson (Garret), Summerside, P.E.I.; stepdaughters, Corona, Poulamon, Helena, Quebec; sons, Leslie (Kay), Bricton; Frederick (Carol), Kentville; William (Louise), Falmouth; brother, Reg, Lonquille, Que.; niece, Winnie, Hubbards; 22 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband, Simon Sabean; second husband, Charles DeCoste; grandson, Paul; stepsons, Levi, Peter; sisters, Irene, Muriel, Doris; brothers, Fred, Bill. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, 633 Lower Rd., Arichat, Wednesday, March 10, from 1 p.m. until time of memorial service which will be heˆò
 

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
 
DAVID, Joseph Bernard - Died March 18, 2004, in St. Anne's Community Centre, Arichat. Born in Petit de Grat, he was the son of the late Joseph and Maria (Boudreau) David. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He is survived by his loving wife, Delores; daughters, Vivian (Clyde) Hynes, Stella (Max) Brushett, both of Petit de Grat; Margaret (Rick) Johnson, Truro; son, Adrian (Maxine), Petit de Grat; 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was a veteran and a member of the Merchant Marine. He was an avid gardener, especially growing veggies in his hot house. He also loved feeding the birds, which he was so fond of. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. Funeral mass will take place 11 a.m. Saturday, March 20, in St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Petit de Grat, Rev. Stephane Gamache officiating. Burial at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the compassionate care and direction of I.M.L. Funeral Services, Petit de Grat. Donations may be made to St. Anne's Vet„ø
 

Mother from West Arichat.
 
In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.
 Monday, April 5, 2004
 
DOYLE, Sister Jean - 85, formerly Sister Mary Jude, a Sister of St. Martha of Antigonish, died on Sunday, April 4, 2004, in Bethany, the Motherhouse, in the 67th year of her religious life. Born in Melford, Inverness Co., she was the daughter of the late Daniel O. and Catherine Anne (Boyle) Doyle. Sister Jean entered the Congregation, September 8, 1935 and pronounced her first vows on July 16,1937. From 1937-1940 she studied at Mount St. Bernard College in Antigonish, and obtained a license to teach crafts in the schools in Dominion and Margaree Forks. For one year she taught crafts to patients in Antigonish at St. Martha's Hospital. In 1954 she graduated from Provincial Normal College in Truro with a First Class Academic License, and after receiving her bachelor's degree, she studied for her Master of Arts at Boston University, Boston, Mass., graduating in 1972. She taught regular academic classes in schools in Canso, Dover, East Bay, Portage, Eskasoni, and St. Peter's, and in Picture Butte, Alta. She was a „ø
 

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper.

Monday, May 17, 2004

DOREY, Wilfred Charles - 85, Halifax, passed away May 15, 2004, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in West Arichat, he was a son of the late George and Alma Dorey. He worked at HMCS Dockyards for 38 years. He was an avid hunter and had a great love for the outdoors. He was the loving husband of Violet, to whom he was married for 60 years. He was very proud of the achievements of his five grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Violet Mary (LeBlanc) Dorey; daughter, Cynthia Dorey (Blair Parsons), Halifax; son, Thomas Dorey (Toni), Unionville, Ont.; sisters, Laura Gerrard, West Arichat; Martha Murphy, Seattle, Wash.; Alexina Marcotte, Halifax; brothers, Alexis Dorey and Albert Dorey, both of West Arichat; grandchildren, Scott Dorey, New York; Michael Dorey, Toronto; Christine Dorey, Markham, Ont.; Adam Parsons, Halifax; Anna Parsons, Halifax. He was predeceased by Joe Dorey, Mary Fougere, Lena Gerrior, Edmund Dorey, Willie Dorey, Virginia Joyce, and Walter Dorey. Visitation 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax. Funeral will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 19, in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Bedford Highway. Interment at a later date. Donations to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Special thanks to Helen Searle, Palliative Care and nurses and staff of Melville Gardens. E-mail condolences to: [email protected]

 

Monday, November 8, 2004

The Halifax Herald Limited

DeYOUNG, Lena Margaret

DeYOUNG, Lena Margaret - 89, Pomquet, Antigonish Co., passed away peacefully Friday, November 5, 2004, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital. Born in Pomquet on November 23, 1914, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Annie (Benoit) Morell. She was a member of St. Croix Parish and was very proud of her Acadian heritage. Lena was an avid bingo player. Surviving are her husband, Bernard, Pomquet; daughter, Annie Mae (Barry) Chisholm, Pomquet; son, Joseph (R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home); cherished granddaughters, Michelle and Nicole Chisholm, Calgary, Alta.; brother, Willie, Pomquet; and sister, Effie MacGregor, Natick, Mass. She was predeceased by son, Pierre; brothers, Aloysius, Ambrose, Louie, Leo; and sister, Bertha. Visitation was held Sunday, and again today from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. in MacIsaac Funeral Home, 61 Pleasant St., Antigonish. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in St. Croix Church, Pomquet, Rev. Peter Baccardax presiding. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations to St. Martha's Regional Hospital Foundation. www.MacIsaacs.ca

In "The chronicle-herald" Halifax newspaper.
Monday, December 6, 2004

DeWOLFE, Mary Lucille - 73, died December 4, 2004, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in River Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late Willard and Mary (MacPhee) Pottie. She is survived by her second husband, Vincent; daughter, Marlaine (Albert) Burke; sons, Clifford (Wilma) Landry; Dwaine (Cheryl) and Blaine (Sandra) Landry, both of Antigonish; sisters, Josephine Anderson, Dartmouth; Alice Sampson, River Bourgeois; brothers, Richard Pottie, Cheticamp; Edward Pottie, River Bourgeois; 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was predeceased by her first husband, Delphis; brothers, Raymond and Herman; sister, Doris. Cremation has taken place. A respectful gathering with the family will be held in River Bourgeois Funeral Wake Room from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. December 8. Funeral mass will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, December 9, in St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Redge Currie officiating. Burial of ashes to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to River Bourgeois Wake Room, the cemetery or a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the compassionate care and direction of I.M.L. Funeral Home, Petit-de-Grat.

DOREY, Laura Mae - 104, Arichat, formerly of West Arichat, Richmond Co., died October 1, 1999, in St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre. Born November 4, 1894, in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Artemise (Forgeron) DesLaurier. She enjoyed her many visits from her family and friends whom she dearly loved, while she was at St. Anne Community and Nursing Care and while she was home. Her smile and soft words and gracious memories were always comforting and which always brightened her room. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and will be deeply missed by daughters, Mrs. Beatrice Brow, Halifax; Edith (Mrs. Melvin Boudreau), Pictou Alice (Mrs. Gerry Landry), Petit De Grat; Coreen (Mrs. Wilfred Bouchard), St. Catharines, Ont.; Amelia (Mrs. Ronnie Ross), Port Royal; sons, Newman Bona, Port Royal; Valmey Dorey, MacIntyre Lake, Richmond Co.; Hubert Dorey, D'Escousse; brothers, Clarence DesLaurier, Halifax; Raymond DesLaurier, Port Royal; 37 grandchildren; 57 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband, Joe Bona; second husband, Peter Dorey; daughter, Doris; and a set of twins, Mable and Irene, in infancy; sons, Adrian Dorey, Wilfred Bona, Adrian Bona, in infancy; sisters, Ida Babin, Gladys Benoit; brothers, Harry, Arthur, Rene, Clifford, Alexie; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in C. H.
Boudreau Funeral Home. Funeral 11 a.m. Monday in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Conrad Girroir officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations to the Autism Society of Nova Scotia, St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat.
 

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper, Saturday, April 22, 2006

DOREY, Alfred E. - 70, Evanston. It is with much sadness that we announce the death of our wonderful father, grandfather and brother, which occurred on Thursday, April 20, 2006, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston, with his loving family by his side. Born in West Arichat, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late Mary Alma (Boudreau) and Walter Gus Dorey. Alfred was a crane operator and worked in the construction industry for 35 years. He was a member of Local 721 International Union of Operating Engineers and a member of St. Francis de Sales Parish, Lower River Inhabitants. Alfred was a family man and was a devoted father and grandfather until the very end. He is survived by special friend, Elsie Bouchie, Port Hawkesbury; daughters, Natasha, at home; Denise (Mike) Kelly, Port Hastings; sons, Brent (Sharon), Port Hawkesbury; Barry (Sheila), River Bourgeois; grandchildren, Gina, Ryan, Krista, Riley, Connor, Braden; sisters, Violet (Alexis) Dorey, Arichat; Viola (James) Tyrrell, Arichat; Agnes Goyetche, Halifax; Jean (Gerald) Hart, Janvrin's Island; Sandra (John) Clancy, Mulgrave; Isabelle LeJeune, Mulgrave; Bertha Boudreau, Louisdale; brothers, Joseph (Mabel), Pictou; George (Doris), Janvrin's Island; Angus (Pearl), Lower Sackville; Wilfred, River Bourgeois; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Patsy (McNamara); sisters, Helen and Theresa, and brother, Clifford. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be Sunday, April 23, from 2-9 p.m. in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Monday, April 24, in St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church, Father Allan MacPhie officiating. Burial will be in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Whiteside. Donations in memory of Alfred may be made to the Strait Richmond Palliative Care Society or St. Patrick's Cemetery Fund. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com "Rest in peace dear Dad, Grampa/Papa. We will love you and miss you forever."
 

DOREY, Herman Bennie
DOREY, Herman Bennie - 83, Janvrin's Harbour, passed away Monday, June 5, 2006, in St. Anne Centre, Arichat. Born in Janvrin's Harbour, he was a son of the late Peter John and Bertha (DeCoste) Dorey. He is survived by daughter, Patricia (Huntley) David, Petit de Grat; sons, John, Glace Bay; Duncan (Margaret), Raymond (Patricia) Gerald, Paul, and Jason, all residing in Alberta; sister, Eva MacDonald, Boston; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Theresa; infant son, David; brothers, Roddie, John, Joseph "Lee", Leo, Fred; sisters, Melvina Kempt, Sylvia Lawless, Alice Sullivan, Coreen Kelly, Margaret Sutherland. Bennie enjoyed playing various musical instruments, dancing and painting. He had a great love for life and will be dearly missed by all. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation by request. Mass of Christian Burial for the late Herman Bennie Dorey will be at 3:30 p.m. on Monday in Immaculate Conception Parish Church, West Arichat, with Rev. Bruno Ruel officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Anne Centre or the charity of your choice. The funeral is under the compassionate care and direction of I.M.L. Funeral Services, Petit de Grat. On-line condolences may be forwarded to the family at: [email protected]

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper, Friday Sept. 15, 2006.

DEVEAUX, Charles William - Poirierville, Richmond Co., passed away at home in Poirierville on September 12, 2006. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late Russell and Rita (MacIntosh) Deveaux. He was the sheriff in Richmond County for many years. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his long-time companion, Violet LeBlanc; daughters, Denise, Lynn, Paulette; sons, Russell, Frederick, Stan; sisters, Janine, Joan; brothers, Tom, Lawrence, and Wilfred. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation by personal request. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral is under the compassionate care and direction of I.M.L. Funeral Services, Petit de Grat. On-line condolences may be forwarded to the family at: [email protected]
 

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper, Tuesday Dec. 26, 2006.
DeCOSTE, Estelle Maria - 85, Arichat, passed away at her residence in St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre in Arichat on December 24, 2006. Born in Magdalen Islands, she was a daughter of the late Philippe and Celine (Bourgeois) Miousse. She is survived by daughter, Linda MacNeil (Murdock), Arichat; son, Edgar (Sylvia), Mount Forest, Ont.; sister, Jeanne, Magdalen Islands; eight grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Albert Francis; son, Donald; three brothers and three sisters. A memorial service will be held in Our Lady of Assumption Church in Arichat, at a later date. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home in Arichat. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at: www.chboudreau.com

 

In "THE CHRONICLE-HERALD" Halifax newspaper, Wednesday Dec. 27, 2006.
DOREY, Violet Mary - 83, Arichat, formerly of West Arichat, passed away at her residence in St Anne Community & Nursing Care Centre in Arichat on December 25, 2006. Born on Janvrin's Island, she was a daughter of the late Walter Gus and Mary Alma (Boudreau) Dorey. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Alexis Dorey, Arichat; daughters, Brenda Boudreau (Adolphe), Arichat; Jeannette Jeffrey, West Arichat; sisters, Viola Tyrell (Jimmy), Arichat; Agnes Goyetche, Musquodoboit Harbour; Bertha Boudreau, Louisdale; Isabelle LeJeune, Sandra Clancy (John), both of Mulgrave; Jean Hart (Gerald), Janvrin's Island; brothers, Angus (Pearl), Lower Sackville; Joseph (Mabel), Pictou; Amedee, L'Ardoise; George (Doris), Janvrin's Island; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by sisters, Theresa Dorey, Helen Dorey; brothers, Clifford and Alfred. Visitation will be held today from 2-9 p.m. and Thursday from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., both in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, Rev. Gary MacPherson officiating. Burial to take place in Immaculate Conception Parish Cemetery, West Arichat. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Canadian Cancer Society. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at: www.chboudreau.com

In "The ChronicleHerald" Halifax newspaper, Friday Sept. 21, 2007.
DOREY, Joseph Arthur - 82, Halifax, passed away peacefully in Camp Hill Veterans' Memorial Building, QEII, on September 19, 2007. Born on Janvrin Island, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late Joseph Arthur Dorey and Lily Gaudet. He was a veteran of the Second World War, having served in the United Kingdom, France and the Netherlands in combat. He was employed by the Department of National Defence as a heavy equipment operator for 45 years. Although a resident of Halifax for most of his life, he had a profound love for Cape Breton, and maintained a cottage on Janvrin Island. He was an avid boatman and a member of the Armdale Yacht Club for over 25 years. He was also a long-time member of St. Mary's Basilica Parish, where he was an usher at the Sunday 7:30 mass. He was predeceased by his wife of 54 years, Rita (Pellerine) in 2002; twin daughters at birth, and his sister, Lillian (the late Stanley Pellerine). He is survived by his sons, J. Albert (Pierre M. Proulx), Halifax, and Michael, Janvrin Island. He is also survived by brothers, Gilbert (Ella) and Everett, Janvrin Island; sisters, Mabel (the late Placide Bellefontaine) and Christina (Neil Opdebeck), Halifax; several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, including godson, David Pellerine, Edmonton. The family would like to thank the staff of 6E, Camp Hill Veterans' Memorial Building, QEII, for the excellent care provided during the last several months. Funeral arrangements are under the care of J. Albert Walker Funeral Home (2005) Ltd., 149 Herring Cove Rd., Spryfield (477-5601). Visitation and funeral mass will be celebrated during the week of October 14 and will be announced at a later date. On-line condolences may be e-mailed to the family at: [email protected]

In "The ChronicleHerald" Halfax newspaper, Saturday Dec. 01, 2007.
DEVOE, Gwendolyn - 76, Alder Point, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on Thursday, November 29, 2007. Born in Alder Point, she was a daughter of the late Dan Joe and Doris (Simon) Laffin. Gwen saw good in all things and all people. While her life was dedicated to her family, she also provided support to the family business and for a short time assisted in the delivery of rural mail in Bras d'Or. With the love of the outdoors, she spent her summers camping and boating and many hours in her flower garden. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, she created a warm, welcoming environment in a home filled with her own crafts and beloved collection of teddy bears. She enjoyed days filled with her visiting grandchildren and her hobbies, which included playing cards, outdoor sports activities and watching the Montreal Canadiens hockey games with a good cup of coffee. In her earlier years, she was an active member of the Parish Council and the treasurer for the CB Radio Club. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Clarence; sons, Christopher (Lois), Sydney; Danny (Lori), St. Catharines, Ont.; Ronnie, Sydney Mines; Kevin (Corrine), Alder Point; Tim (Heather Ann), Halifax; daughters, Nancy, Bedford; Susan (David) Harrietha, Georges River, and her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by brothers, Joseph (Rita), Michael (Jeanette), and sisters, Ann and Judy (Jimmy) Penny. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Kevin (Stephanie), D.D. (Unetha) and sisters, Blanche and Bernadette. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, December 2, in Francis Funeral Home, Main Street, Sydney Mines. Funeral mass will take place on Monday, December 3, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Anne's Church, Alder Point. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Palliative Care or a charity of choice. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to: [email protected]
 

DEVEAU, Ruth Marion
DEVEAU, Ruth Marion - 83, Weymouth, passed away January 7, 2008, in Digby General Hospital. Born in Westville, Digby Co., she was the daughter of the late John and Bertha (Gehue) Robinson. Ruth loved children, animals and gardening. She is survived by brothers, Arnold Robinson, Conway; Ray (Marie) Robinson, Bancroft, Ont.; half-brother, Eric Robinson, Conway; half-sister, Connie Robinson; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Elzear Deveau; brothers, Jackie, Richard, Alexander, Melvin, and Gene. Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m. Thursday in Jayne's Funeral Home, 7 Birch St., Digby from where the funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, Pastor Mark Cress officiating. Donations in memory may be made to a charity of choice.

DAVID, Clarisse Ovila
DAVID, Clarisse Ovila - Died January 26, 2008, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Alcide and Evangeline (Richard) Marchand. She is survived by daughter, Noreen (Billy) Hall, Sydney; sons, Paul, Arichat; Kenny (Pauline), Janvrins Island; Claude (Maxine) D'Escousse; sisters, Evangeline, Edith (Raymond), both of Petit de Grat; Agnes, Delia (Alzear), Lorraine, Lucille (Cyril), all of Arichat; Francine (Allister), West Arichat; Etta (Mark), Port Hawkesbury; brothers, Valma and Bernard (Dianne), Toronto; Alfred (Claire), Arichat; Venaire (Patsy), Louisdale; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was predeceased by her husband, Dominique, and brother, Arthur. Visitation for the late Clarisse will be in I.M.L. Funeral home, 3450 Highway 206, Petit de Grat, from 2-9 p.m. today. Funeral mass will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, Arichat, with Rev. Duaine Devereaux officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery at a later date. Donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or charity of your choice. Condolences for the family be sent to: [email protected] or at: imlfuneralhome.com

DeWOLFE, Leo
DeWOLFE, Leo - 87, Victoria Street, Antigonish, passed away February 7, 2008, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Heatherton, he was a son of the late Alexander and Olive (Melong) DeWolfe. Leo was formerly employed with the maintenance staff at St. F.X. University, and was a member of St. Ninian's Parish. Surviving are sons, Joseph (MaryAnn), Ottawa; Francis (Donna Armsworthy), Antigonish; daughters, Dorothy (Angus) Cotie, Monastery; Claire (Marshall) Dickson, North Grant; sister, Loretta Grenier, Invermere, B.C.; grandchildren, William, Jonathan, Robert, Jaclyn; great-grandchildren, Koady, Rebekka, and Jarred; sister-in-law, Regina Martell, and brother-in-law, Tommie Martell. He was predeceased by his wife, Mary Bernadette (Martell); brothers, Ralph, Leonard, Dave, twin brother Theo, Charlie; sisters, Irene (Joe Doiron), Lena (Mrs. Clemmie Landry), Mary (Mrs. Alex Landry), and May (Mrs. Earl Petite). Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday in MacIsaac Funeral Home, Antigonish. Liturgy of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Monday in St. Ninian's Cathedral, Rev. Andrew Gillies presiding. Spring burial in St. Ninian's Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. www.MacIsaacs.ca
 

In "The ChronicleHerald" Halifax newspaper, Monday Feb. 18, 2008.
DeLESKIE, William Joseph Jr. "Billy" - 41, Born on April 13, 1966, died on Saturday, February 16, 2008. He was a son of William "Bill" and Elizabeth (Betty Sampson) DeLeskie. He is survived by sister, Catherine Ann; brother, Kenneth Jason; many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his grandparents, James and Anne DeLeskie, and Simon and Marie Sampson. Visitation will take place in T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel today from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral will be on Tuesday, February 19, at 10 a.m. in Saint Theresa's Church. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery. Donations may be made to State Knights of Columbus Charitable Foundation.

In "The ChronicleHerald" Halifax newspaper, Wednesday March 18, 2008.
DeYOUNG, Jean Agnes - In her 66th year, passed away in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish, on Saturday, March 15, 2008. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Hartford and Mary (MacDonnell) MacDonnell. Much loved, preciously cared for and deeply admired by her husband, Malcolm; daughters, Patsy (Dave), Bridgewater; Doreen (Derek), Michelle, Sandra, Arichat; son, Danny, Kentville. Cherished sister of Eva (Mike), Enfield; Ellen (Jim), Enfield; Rita (Eddie), Ontario; brothers, Mikey (Alma), Bertie (Shirley), Hardie, Bobby, Lornie, Ronnie, Kenny (Leona), Jimmy (Anita), all of Enfield. Loving grandmother of eight and great-grandmother of two. She was predeceased by brothers, Louis and Raymond. By request there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. There will be a funeral mass to celebrate her life on Wednesday, March 19, at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, Arichat, with Rev. Duaine Devereaux officiating. Burial to follow in Our Lady of Assumption Cemetery, Arichat. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre. To light a memorial candle for her or to send a message of condolence to the family, visit: imlfuneralhome.com or e-mail to: [email protected]
 

In "The ChronicleHerald" Halifax newspaper, Wednesday April 30, 2008.
DOYLE (Bates), Rose Elvina - 66, D'Escousse, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2008, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Born in Louisbourg, she was a daughter of Mary Elizabeth (Campbell) Bates and the late Thomas Martin Bates. Rose was a board member of GASHA Community Health Board and Community Links. She was very active in St. Hyacinth Church and choir and was also a member of St. Hyacinth C.W.L. She was a retired Registered Nurse. Rose was a kind and caring soul; devoted to family and friends; quiet in strength; rich in wisdom; subtle in wit. She will be deeply missed by her loving husband of 44 years, Joseph Earl Doyle; daughters, Siobhan Elizabeth Doyle (Andre Lavandier), Kentville; Shannon Maureen Lionais (Michael), Ottawa; son, Patrick Joseph, Toronto; grandchildren, Sebastian, Aislin, Cyndeyr and Caoimhe; sisters, Patricia Mullins (William), Louisbourg; Pauline MacDonald (William), Stillwater Lake; Helen Carter (Lloyd), French Road Gabarus; brother, Thomas Bates (Jackie), Eastern Passage. Visitation will be held in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat, on Friday, May 2, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Rose will be held on Saturday, May 3, at 11 a.m. in St. Hyacinth Church, D'Escousse, with Rev. Angus MacDougall officiating. Burial will follow in St. Hyacinth Parish Cemetery, D'Escousse. Memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home in Arichat. To send on line condolences or to light a candle in memory of Rose, visit us on-line at: www.chboudreau.com

DUNN, Sarah Boudreau - 83, Brantford, Ont., formerly of Petit de Grat, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2008, in St. Joseph Lifecare Centre, Brantford, Ont., after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born in Petit de Grat on October 16, 1924, she was a daughter of the late Walter D. and Alma (Boudreau) Boudreau (Petit De Grat). She is survived by daughter, Patricia; grandson, Karl; granddaughter, Rebecca; great-grandson, Lawrence, and great-granddaughter, Justine; sisters, Etta and Olive; brothers, Raymond, Delmore, Peter, Joachim, Anthony, and Omer. She was predeceased by her first husband, Patrick MacNeill; brother, Roy, and sister, Dorilla . She leaves to mourn her husband, Clarence Dunn, Brantford, Ont.; stepson, Jimmy; stepdaughter, Lorraine; stepgrandsons, Eric, Michael and Patrick, Oshawa, Ont. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat, on Friday, May 16, from 7-9 p.m. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Sarah will be held Saturday, May 17, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Joseph's Church, Petit de Grat, with Rev. Duaine Devereaux officiating. Burial will follow in Star of the Sea Cemetery, Petit de Grat. The family would like to say thank you to the MacNeill families who were special to Sarah and especially Louise Melanson, Lorraine and Ron Pan Kew, who were by her side through her difficult time. Memorial donations can be made to the St. Joseph Lifecare Centre, where Sarah was looked after for her last few months. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home in Arichat. To send on-line condolences or to light a candle in memory of Sarah can be done on-line by going to: www.chboudreau.com

DOYLE, Jerome Angus
DOYLE, Jerome Angus - 75, beloved son of the late Joseph Edward Doyle (1955) and Catherine Isabel (Boyle) Doyle (1977), passed away on July 8, 2008, of cancer at the Caressant Care Nursing Home in Bourget, Ont. He was born July 15, 1933, in Inverness, and was raised in Mabou. He owned and managed the General Store in Mabou for many years. He traveled and lived throughout Canada and the United States during his life. He always maintained a good sense of humour and was an enthusiastic storyteller. He is survived by his sister, Mary Teresa Doyle Goodwin; nephews, Jonathan Goodwin and Micah Goodwin; niece, Rachel Goodwin; two grandnephews and a grandniece. The body was cremated. The funeral mass will be held on Thursday, July 17, at 11 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Mabou, and burial will follow in the parish cemetery. The family wishes to express heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the staff at Caressant Care Nursing Home for their loving care and kindness. Memorial donations may be made to the St. Mary's Parish Cemetery Fund, Mabou.

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 Raymond Bernard David
 
Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada
Born On: 02/02/1937
 
Passed Away In: Tower Road, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed Away On: 30/03/2011
 
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing  of our father, grandfather, brother and friend,  Raymond Bernard David. Raymond passed away  Wednesday, March 30, 2011, at the age of 74, at  his residence in Tower Road, after a brief battle with cancer surrounded by family. Born in Glace Bay on Feb. 2, 1937, he was the son of the late Theodore and Emilie (Lemal) David.Dad was a mechanic by trade working at Sheps Garage and others in Glace Bay for 35 years.He was a member of Tower Road fire department for 45 years and fire chief for numerous years. He also was a bar steward at the fire hall. Dad enjoyed his morning meetings with buddies, Forbes, Daniel, Rudy, Brian, Walter, Alec, Blair and families. He looked forward to activities and "get-togethers" where he played the accordion "Annabelle" with his talented friends. Dad will be sadly missed by his children, Raymond, Ontario, Michelle (Gerry), Ontario, John (Marie), Tower Road, Robert (Patricia), Ontario, Stephen (Candace), Manitoba, Nicole (Aaron), Tower Road; 15 cherished grandchildren and Tessa, his little friend. Also surviving, Louise and Veronica MacKinnon; sisters, Georgina Bourque, Windsor, Ont., Lorraine Parrish, Detroit, Mich.;
and numerous nieces and nephews in Ontario and Cape Breton.Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Marcel, sisters, Madeline Pettipas, Adeline Swartz and Jean Deering.In accordance with dad's wishes, cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A private family interment will take place at a later date.Raymond's family will celebrate his life 2-4 p.m., Monday, April 4, 2011, at Tower Road fire department.In lieu of flowers, donations in dad's memory may be made to Tower Road fire department.Online condolences to the David family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca.

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Cape Breton Post
Aug 18, 2011
Emily Marie (Digou) MacIsaac
Born In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
Born On: 05/07/1916
Passed Away In: South Bar, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed Away On: 17/08/2011
With sadness, we the family regret to announce the passing of Emily MacIsaac on Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2011, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by her family. Born July 5, 1916, in Sydney, Emily was the daughter of the late Jack and Mable (MacIntyre) Digou. Emily was the oldest surviving member of the South Bar community. She was a member of St. Alphonsus Parish, the CWL and a member of the ladies auxiliary of the South Bar Fire Department. She graduated from the Empire Business College of Cape Breton. She dedicated her services in child welfare for over 50 years. Emily will always be remembered by her family and friends as peaceful and loving. Emily is survived by her children, Della Cameron, Donnie (Jeanette), Johnnie (Janet), Greg (Jenny), Ray (Cathy) and Faye (Alex) Hanna. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Jody, Tara, J.J., Jason, Cheryl, Alana, Holly, Billy, Jody, Joey, Darren, Gregory, Shelly; 16 great-grandchildren and foster children, Clifford Sampson, Albert Sampson, Brenda O'Connor, Donna King, Ronnie Campbell, Robert MacNeil, Vince MacNeil, Shequinta Clyke and Gail Farmer - although they weren't born from her womb they were certainly born from her heart. She is also survived by a brother, Jackie Digou; sister-in-law, Jessie MacArthur as well as many nephews and nieces. Besides her parents, Emily was predeceased by her husband, John Joseph MacIsaac, brothers, Harry and Raymond, a sister, Lucy Gillis and a son-in-law, Bob Ross. Visitation for the late Emily MacIsaac will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home, Whitney Pier, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street) on Friday, Aug. 19, from 2-10 p.m. Funeral mass to celebrate Emily's life will be held Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011, at 11 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Church, Whitney Pier,
with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment will take place in St. Alphonsus Cemetery, Victoria Mines. Light refreshments will be served at the Pier Community Funeral Home reception area. Donations in memory of Emily may be made the Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton County or to the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.pierfuneralhome.com

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Violet Mary Dorey


September 27, 1920 - December 30, 2011

Obituary
Dorey, Violet "Vi" Mary 91 Halifax passed away December 30, 2011 in Melville Lodge.
Born in West Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Louise LeBlanc. She and her late husband Wilfred had a very special and loving relationship. Vi had the ability to make everyone around her smile, laugh and enjoy the basic values in life which really matter. In addition to being a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, she was very proud of her children and grandchildren and their accomplishments in life. She enjoyed baking, listening to Irish music and spending time with family and friends. Her warm personality enriched the lives of those around her. Surviving her are her
daughter Cindy (Blair) Parsons; Halifax, son Tom (Toni) Dorey; Toronto, grandchildren Scott Dorey, Mike Dorey, Christine Miners, Adam Parsons and Anna Parsons. There are also 4 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Vi was predeceased by her husband Wilfred, brothers and sisters Willard LeBlanc, Rose Arsenault, Henry LeBlanc, Lucy LeBlanc, and Minnie LeBlanc. Visitation will be 7-9pm, Tuesday January 3, 2012 at J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Dr. Halifax, (902-455-0531). Funeral Service will be held Wednesday January 4,2012 at 10:30 am in Saint Benedict Church, 45
Radcliffe Dr. The family would like to thank Melville Lodge for their care compasson and friendship shown to Vi and family over the last 6 Years. Donations may be made to Melville Lodge, 50 Shoreham Lane Halifax, NS .To send or read a condolence please visit: www.jasnowfuneralhome.com

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