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Richmond Record Feb 22, 1969 WEST ARICHAT—After a long illness, Alcide Clorey, age 61 years, passed away recently [church records: Jan 28, 1969] at St. Ann Hospital. Mr. Clorey was a life-long resident of this place and for many years was a seaman. Due to ill health he was obliged to retire and at the time of his retirement he was a crew member of a Government Survey Ship. Surviving besides his wife are four sons and three daughters: Ron of North Bay, Ont.; Roy, of Halifax; Richard of Vancouver and David of Vancouver; Mrs. Allan Snow, (Doreen) of Halifax; Mrs. W. MacLeod, (Leona), Halifax and Phyllis at home. All members of the family with the exception of David and Richard were home for the funeral. Funeral Mass was held from the Church of the Immaculate Conception with Rev. Father Doucet officiating.

Richmond Record Jan 9, 1954 The sudden passing of Alphonse Goyetche occurred recently [church records Dec 25, 1953] while visiting at the home of a neighbour. He was seized with a heart attack. The late Mr. Goyetche was 62 years of age and is survived by his wife and three daughters and one son Narcisse, residing In Arichat. For several years he was employed at OLA Convent operating the farm and also sexton of the Notre Dame Church up to a few years ago when poor health prevented him from carrying on his duties. Funeral service was held from Notre Dame Church with Rev. Fr. A. P. Poirier officiating. We extend sympathy to the bereaved wife and family.

Richmond Record Jan 3, 1970 CAPT. R. AMEDEE FOUGERE NATIVE OF ISLE MADAME DIES AT HALIFAX AT 91 Capt. R. Amedee Fougere, a native of Poulamond and some years ago a resident of Arichat, passed away on Wednesday, December 17th at a Halifax Nursing Home where he was a patient for two weeks prior to his death. Capt. Fougere was a resident of Halifax for the greater part of his life. After obtaining his Master’s Certificate he joined the S. S. City of Ghent in the Halifax, Canso, Arichat, Port Hawkesbury, Charlottetown and Summerside, P. E. I. Service, as first officer and continued for several years, later he took command of the steamer and gave an excellent service to the public. When the Ghent was sold to parties in Pictou, he was given command of the S. S. Swansea Trader and after some years entered Pickford & Black Lt., office as a freight clerk serving with that firm for some years. He then took a similar position with Furness, Withy Co., Ltd., Halifax. He later returned to Pickford & Black’s office and resumed his former position as Office Clerk and continued in the employ of this firm until his retirement. The late Capt. Amedee as he was familiarly known by his crew members and many friends, was held in high regard both as a commander and resident of the city of Halifax. Surviving are his wife the former Juiliette Gagnon of Arichat; five sons, Clement, Fred and Edward of New Jersey; Leo, Moncton; Stephen, Halifax; six daughters, Germaine; Isabelle (Mrs. Alfred Occhinizzo) and Jean, (Mrs. Wm. Anderson) of New Jersey; Estelle, Mrs. Roy Horne and Ina, Mrs. Edward Richard both of Halifax; Ella, Mrs. John Brackett, Herring Cove; a brother, Isaac Fougere, Poulamond; a sister, Mrs. Amanda Doyle, Washington, D.C.; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Fred G. Gagnon of Arichat is a brother-in-law of the deceased. The remains rested at the Halifax Funeral Home. Funeral service was held on Saturday, December 20th at 9 a.m., in St. Theresa’s Church. Interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Sackville. We extend sympathy to the bereaved wife and family.

Richmond Record Jan 18, 1969 Amedee Paon, 74, a highly regarded resident of Port Royal, passed away suddenly at his home on Monday, January 13th. The late Mr. Paon lost his sight 36 years ago and up to a few years ago was able to do the chores about his home. He was of a cheerful disposition and won the highest respect of neighbors and friends. He was a very Industrious man and during his early life engaged as a painter in Boston, Mass. Surviving besides his wife (the former Viola Gerrior) are one son, Herman, Kirkland Lake, Ont.; also a daughter, Mrs. Aloyious Landry, (Veronica), of Port Royal; two brothers, Dannie and John Paon both of Halifax; five sisters, Mrs. Laura Allen, Martinique; Mrs. Seymour Tanner, Mrs. Joseph Barrett, Miss Alice Paon and Mrs. George Cane, all of Halifax. He is also survived by two grandchildren. Funeral was held from the church of the Immaculate Conception, West Arichat, of which the late Mr. Paon was a devout member. Rev. Father A. Doucet was celebrant at the Mass with Rev. Father MacDonald of Petit de Grat, deacon and Rev. C. P. Gerrior, subdeacon. Burial was in the parish cemetery. We extend sympathy to Mrs. Paon and family in their bereavement.

Richmond Record May 17, 1969 Mrs. Annie Hill one of St. Peters highly regarded residents passed away at her home after a brief illness. Widow of Matthew Robert Hill, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Walker of Walkerville, this county. Surviving are three daughters, Myrtle (Mrs. Val Kyte), St. Peter's; Olive (Mrs. R. B. Ford), East Bay; Gladys (Mrs. G. W. Trowbridge), at home; a sister, Mary, (Mrs. W. E. Morrison), Cleveland; several grandchildren. The body rested at her home in St. Peters. Funeral took place from St. Peter’s United Church, with Rev. Elmer Asaph officiating at the church and graveside. Interment was in Lakeside Cemetery. We extend our sympathy to her daughters and sister in their bereavement.

Richmond Record Feb 15, 1969 The death of Arthur Stanley Bourinot, son of the late Sir John George Bourinot and Isabel Cameron Bourinot, occurred at his Rockcliffe Park home in Ottawa recently. The deceased retired from active law practice some years ago and at the time of his retirement was a consultant solicitor for the Metropolitan Life Assurance Company, in Ottawa. He was a noted Canadian poet. A pilot in World War I in the Canadian Air Force, he was forced down over Germany and was held a prisoner of war until the end of hostilities in 1918. In recent years, the late Mr. Bourinot was honored by King’s University, Halifax, with a Doctor of Civil Laws Degree. The late Mr. Bourinot’s father was a native of Sydney, and resided in Ottawa the greater part, of his lifetime where he was Clerk of the Canadian House of Commons and was also the author of Parliamentary Practise and Procedure. His father contributed to the early history of Cape Breton and to the whole of Canada by publishing the following volumes “Cape Breton and Its Memorials During the French Regime,” this volume was dedicated to his late father, Senator John Bourinot, of Sydney; "Builders of Nova Scotia” and the “Constitutional History of Canada.” He is survived by his wife, the former Nora Sherwood, and two daughters, Mrs. Edwin C. MacDonald of New York, Mrs. Rex Lewis, South Africa; also four granddaughters. Funeral services took place from Christ Church Cathedral, Ottawa. Interment Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa. M. J. Bourinot of Arichat, editor of “The Richmond County Record,’ is a cousin of the deceased; also Earl E. Bourinot of Montreal and John C. Bourinot of Halifax.”

Richmond Record Mar 6, 1954 The whole community was saddened by the passing of Mrs. Charles E. DeCoste, of this place - following a brain operation at the V.G. Hospital, Halifax, on the 2nd inst. She was 38 years old. Surviving besides her husband are four children; Carona, Helena, Levy and Peter. Three sisters, Mrs. Paul Richard, (Evangeline), Arichat: Mrs. Albert Babin, (Lenore), West Arichat: Mrs. Walter Meunier (Alexina), West Arichat; one brother, Fred, Arichat; also her mother, Mrs. Tousaint Boucher and her uncle, Basil Boucher, Arichat. The funeral which was largely attended took place from Notre Dame Church, of which the late Mrs. Boucher, was a devout member. Rev. A. P. Poirier, celebrated the High Mass of Requiem and officiated at the grave. The pallbearers were: Albert DeCoste, Amable Richard, Joseph David, Simon E. Boudreau, Elzear David and Remi LeBlanc. Jr. We join with everyone in the community in extending our sincere and deep sympathy to the bereaved husband, children and relatives in their sad bereavement.

Richmond Record Feb 13, 1954 Mrs. Charlotte Forrest, [nee: Bonin; church records: d. Feb 5, 1954] in her 92nd year, passed away at the home of her son, James Forrest, of Lochside, during the past week. One of the oldest residents in the Arichat district, the late Mrs. Forrest, was quite active up to a year ago. She resided with her son, James, where she was tenderly cared for by her granddaughter, Mrs. Albert Dort. Surviving are three sons and one daughter; John and William, in the U.S.A., and James, at home; Mrs. Phonse Hearn (May), in the U.S.A. Funeral took place from Notre Dame Church, with Rev. Father Poirier officiating.

Richmond Record Feb 22, 1969 The death of Charmaine Nicole Boudreau, 3 year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ludger (Sheila) Boudreau, occurred at the Children’s Hospital, Halifax, recently. Surviving besides her parents, ae one brother, Reid, at home. Paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Sylvester S. Boudreau, South Side; Maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Alphonse Landry; Great grandparents; Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy LeBlanc and Mrs. Alexina Landry. The remains were transferred from Halifax to the home of her parents, where the body rested. The casket was all surrounded by wreaths and flowers, placed by the family and friends of the deceased. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of C. A. Boucher. Requiem Mass was offered by Rev. J.J. MacDonald in St. Joseph’s Church. Pall Bearers were all cousins of the deceased, Gary Landry, Rickie Landry, Napoleon Boudreau and Ronnie Boudreau. Burial was in the Parish Cemetery. We extend our sincere sympathy to the sorrowing parents and relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Burke of Dartmouth, motored here to attend the funeral of the late Charmaine N. Boudreau. Also Beverly and Sharon Landry, aunts of the deceased. Beverly presently attending university in Halifax and Sharon is nursing at the Infirmary.

Richmond Record Jan 2, 1954 The death of Earl Lafford of Grand Greve occurred at his home after a brief illness on Thursday, December 17th. The late Mr. Lafford was well and favorably known throughout Cape Breton where he represented the firm of Brown-Holder of Moncton, N.B. A son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lafford, he was in the 53rd year of his age. A graduate nurse he engaged at this profession for a few years after graduating from the V.G. Hospital, Halifax. For some years he represented the Swift Canadian Company in Cape Breton. The funeral was held from St. Peter’s Church, St. Peter’s, of which he was a devout member. Requiem Mass was celebrated by Rev. Father MacEachen, PP. To his wife and family, we extend our sympathy.

Richmond Record Dec 6, 1969 Mrs. Isabella Poirier of Poirierville, passed away at St. Anne Hospital, Arichat, on November 6th. She was in her 78th year and had been in ill health for some time. Her husband, Ronald Poirier, predeceased her three years ago. She is survived by one daughter, (Fredericka); Mrs. Matthew Russo of New Hampshire; also two sisters; (Yvonne) Mrs. Alphonse Britten of Poirierville and Mrs. Florence Cosgrove of Boston, Mass. Two brothers; Albert and Clancy Joyce, both of Massachusetts. Mr. and Mrs. Poirier resided in Boston for many years and on retirement took up residence in Poirierville. Mrs. Poirier was the former Isabella Joyce of D’Escousse, and was held in high regard by neighbors and friends of the North Side. Funeral took place from St. Hyacinth Church, with Rev. Father James Monbourquette as Celebrant at the Mass. C. A. Boucher, Funeral Director of Arichat, was in charge of all arrangements. Burial was in the Parish Cemetery. We extend sympathy to the bereaved daughter, sisters and brothers.

Richmond Record Jan 2, 1954 The sudden passing of James L. Shaw of Lochside in his 76th year which occurred on December 24th has occasioned widespread sorrow in the community of Loch Side where he resided during his lifetime and throughout Isle Madame where he was well known by his many friends. it is believed that was a stricken with a heart attack when he was about to enter his home. Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Ethel LeVesconte, St. Peter's. His wife predeceased him some years ago. The funeral which was largely attended took place from St. John's Church here on Sunday afternoon with Rev. W. A. Trueman , rector, officiating at the church and grave.

Richmond Record June 8, 1969 Josslyn J. Latimer a highly regarded resident of New Glasgow and a native of Arichat, passed away recently at the age of 72 years. The late Mr. Latimer for the greater part of his lifetime operated the highly productive Duke of York Cranberry Meadow, located on the Grandique Road, near Arichat, and in this industry devoted much study to the growing of cranberries and was considered an authority in this field. Due to ill health he was obliged to retire and took up permanent residence in New Glasgow, where he was highly respected in the town. He had many friends in Arichat and throughout Isle Madame, and his return here from New Glasgow every spring was always looked forward to with pleasure. A kindly and hospitable gentleman he made the Latimer home at the Duke of York Meadow a place which will long be remembered by friends. The late Mr. Latimer served on the Municipal Council and represented the District of Arichat. During his term of office, he was appointed Treasurer of the County. During his residence in Arichat he was a devout member of St. John's Parish and served on the Vestry and was also a Warden of the Parish. A son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Latimer of Arichat, he is survived by his wife (the former Hilda Leslie); one son Leslie of Ont., four daughters, Mrs. MacKenzie (Beulah) of Victoria B.C.; Mrs. Greeley (Helena) of Ottawa; Mrs. Bannerman, (Ramona) of Victoria and Joan at home; also two brothers, H.H. (Bob) Latimer of Truro, and Canon Ralph R. Latimer of Toronto; three sisters, Mrs. A.D. Morrison (Bertha) of Truro; Mrs. Leonard MacGillivary (Corrine) of Halifax; and Mrs. Earl MacDonald (Myrtle) of St. Peters. In attendance at the funeral were Canon Ralph R. Latimer D.D., of Toronto, General Secretary of the Anglican Church of Canada; also Rev. Robert Latimer, a nephew of the deceased. Both Canon Latimer and Rev. Robert Latimer took part in the funeral service from the Anglican Church, New Glasgow where the rector of the parish conducted the funeral service. Interment was at the beautiful “Heatherdale Memorial Gardens”, at Alma. The committal service at the graveside was conducted by Canon Ralph R. Latimer, D. D., brother of the deceased. We were personally acquainted with the late Mr. Latimer, better known to his friends as “Joss” whose sincere friendship will always be cherished by us and by our family. Mrs. Mary Latimer, widow of the late LeRoy Latimer, and sons Dr. Edgar Latimer and Dr. Roy Latimer; Mr. and Mrs. John Latimer and her daughter Margaret, all of Boston, Mass., were in attendance at the funeral. We extend deepest sympathy to the bereaved wife and children and to the brothers and sisters in the passing of a loving husband, father and brother.

Richmond Record July 5, 1969 Mrs. Annette Fixott, in her 92nd year passed away at the MacDonald Rest Home, Antigonish recently. The late Mrs. Fixott had been a guest of the MacDonald Rest Home for the past several years and during her stay there was a general favorite with the staff and other guests at the Home. The late Mrs. Fixott was a native of Arichat, a daughter of the late Capt. and Mrs. Daniel LeNoir. During the greater part of her life, she resided at Sydney where her late husband, Harry Fixott was employed as a Superintendent at the Bar Mill of the Sydney Steel Works. For many years the late Mrs. Fixott and family spent the summer months at the LeNoir homestead and was always highly regarded by her friends. Always of a cheerful disposition her memory will be cherished by members of her family, relatives and many acquaintances. The remains rested at the Boucher Funeral Home, Arichat and the funeral Mass was held From Notre Dame Church of which she was a devout member during her residence in Arichat. Rev. Vernon Fougere was celebrant and also conducted the service at the grave. Interment was in the LeNoir lot in the old parish cemetery of Notre Dame. The pallbearers were D.O’C. Madden, a cousin of the deceased; N. J. Bourinot, a cousin of the deceased late husband; Hillary Bowen; Harry Marchand; Raymond Landry and Wilbert Stone. C. A. Boucher was in charge of all funeral arrangements. Her husband predeceased her some years ago. Surviving is one daughter, Mrs. Lois Coates of Sydney and one son, Gerald Fixott in Ontario. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved family.

Richmond Record Dec 20, 1969 Mrs. Elias (Grace) Bouchard, the oldest resident of River Bourgeois passed away on December 8th at 11:30 p.m., the anniversary ol her 100th birthday, at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Bouchard and family where she was tenderly cared for. The late Mrs. Bouchard was highly regarded by everyone in the River Bourgeois District, where she resided during her lifetime. The funeral which was largely attended took place from the River Bourgeois parish church of which she was a devout member. The pastor, Rev. Father Marinelli was the celebrant with Rev. Father Kyte, assisting. Interment was in the parish cemetery with Rev. Father Marinelli officiating. The pallbearers, all grandchildren of the deceased were as follows: Hector Landry, Albert Landry, Alcantra Landry, Legee Landry, Wilfred Bouchard and Robert Bouchard. She is survived by four sons; Clarence C. (Kennie), of Arichat; John, of Halifax; Eddy of New York; Joseph, with whom she resided, River Bourgeois; Angeline, Halifax and Bertha, River Bourgeois. All were present for the funeral including Mr. and Mrs. Eddy Bouchard of New York. The late Mrs. Bouchard was a remarkable lady and during her long span of life was in excellent health. Her enjoyment was in reading and visits from members of her family end grandchildren was another source of delight to her. She was a good neighbour and cherished memories will linger in the hearts and minds of her family and many friends. We extend sympathy to the bereaved family.

Richmond Record Jan 18, 1969 WEST ARICHAT—We regret to report the passing of Mrs. Francis Babin [Nee Catherine LeBlanc] of this place, which occurred at St. Anne Hospital, Arichat on Thursday, January 9th after a lingering illness. She was in her 71st year and was highly regarded by neighbors and friends. She is survived by her husband and three daughters, also three sons by her first marriage; Joseph Theriault, West Arichat; Henry Theriault, Halifax and Dannie Theriault in New Brunswick; Evangeline, (Mrs. Worrel Wolfe), Halifax; Ruth, (Mrs. Paul Cadeau) Dartmouth and Clarisse (Mrs. Gerald Kelly) Halifax. Five sisters, Hattie (Mrs. Felix Linden), West Arichat; Eva (Mrs. Daniel Brow) and Mary (Mrs. Bill DeCoste) both of Antigonish and Sabine Rose (Mrs. Clifford Marchand) of Louisdale; and Mrs. Florence Townsend of Quebec; one brother, Wilfred LeBlanc of Louisdale. The remains rested at the Boucher Funeral Home, Arichat and funeral Mass was held from the Church of the Immaculate Conception, of which the deceased was a devout member, Rev. Father A. Doucet was the celebrant. C. A. Boucher, funeral director of Arichat was in charge of arrangements. Interment was in the parish cemetery. We extend our deepest sympathy to the bereaved husband and family in the loss of a loving wife and mother.

Richmond Record Feb 22, 1969 Mrs. Fred J. (Melenie) Poirier, passed away at Truro where she had been residing with her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Galloway, (Clothilde), for the past several years. The late Mrs. Poirier who was in her 90th year was a native of D’Escousse and resided in that village for the greater part of her lifetime. Her husband the late Capt. Fred Poirier, predeceased her some years ago. During her long residence in D’Escousse she was organist at St. Hyacinth’s Church and was also quite active in Church organizations and community projects. The late Mrs. Poirier was a highly regarded lady and was always ready to help her neighbors and friends, and on many occasions opened her home to medical doctors to serve the Northside residents two days each week and later rented her home to a full-time practitioner. We were personally acquainted with the late Mrs. Poirier and we shall always cherish her memory. She is survived by two sons; Clarence of D’Escousse, who reside at the Poirier homestead and Raymond at Truro. Also three daughters; Mrs. L. J. Chiasson; (Valerie), Halifax; Mrs. Hugh Campbell (Phyllis), Truro and Mrs. Roy Galloway, (Clothilde) Truro, with whom she resided and was tenderly cared for. She is also survived by twelve grandchildren. Funeral Mass took place from the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Truro with Rev. Father Scott as celebrant and who also conducted the service at the grave. Burial was at Truro. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved sons and daughters.

Richmond Record Jan 11, 1969 Mrs. Joseph Bonin [nee Marie Evangeline Alain d. Dec 22, 1968] of Arichat, passed away at St. Martha’s Hospital, Antigonish. She was in her 78th year and had resided In Arichat for the past several years. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Bonin, who is a patient at Point Edward Hospital, Sydney, and by one adopted son, Jeffrey Boudreau of Toronto. Her first husband was the late Paul DeCoste of Boudreauville. The late Mrs. Bonin was a devout member of Notre Dame Parish from where the funeral Mass was conducted by Very Rev. A. P. Poirier with burial in the parish cemetery. We extend sympathy to the bereaved husband, adopted son and other relatives.

Richmond Record June 21, 1969 The death of Mrs. Marie Martell [Nee Marie Hortense Boudreau], widow of Thomas H. Martell, occurred on Sunday, June 8th. Mrs. Martell was in ill health for some time and had been a patient at St. Anne Hospital, Arichat, and was transferred to Sydney Hospital by ambulance on Sunday, accompanied by her only son, Thomas and daughter Lucille. She passed away while enroute to Sydney. The funeral which was largely attended took place from St. Joseph’s Church, Petit de Grat with Rev. Vernon Fougere officiating at the church and cemetery. She leaves to mourn one son, Thomas H., of Petit de Grat; five daughters, Mrs. Leo DeWotfe, (Bernadette); Miss Regina, both of Antigonish; Mrs. Clifford David, (Madonna), West Arichat; Evelyn and Lucille at home. We extend sympathy to the bereaved son and daughters.

Richmond Record Jan 11, 1969 Peter Samson, 51, a former resident of Little Anse and a merchant at that village, prior to taking up residence in Halifax, died on Sunday. He was a son of the late James and Melvina (Boudreau) Samson of Little Anse. Surviving besides his wife, the former Eva Mae Landry of Little Anse; two sons, Earl and Ronald, a daughter, Sharon, all of Halifax; a brother, Joseph W., Little Anse; three sisters, Mrs. Alma Landry, Louisdale; Delina (Mrs. Charles Cormier), Toronto; Clara (Mrs. Hyacinth Boudreau), Little Anse. Tuesday at 9 a.m. at Canadian Martyr’s Church, Halifax, Rev. J. Johnson officiating. Interment was in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Sackville. We extend sympathy to Mrs. Samson and family and to the members of the family.

Richmond Record Feb 27, 1954 The death of Simon Landry in his 82nd year occurred at the home of his brother-in-law [Church records: d. Feb 4, 1954] and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur DeCoste of this place. A man of quiet and inoffensive disposition the late Simon Landry was highly respected by relatives and friends. Up to a few months of his death he resided with his nephew Amos Landry of Arichat, South Side. A devout member of Notre Dame Catholic Church from where the funeral took place, Rev. Father A. P. Poirier officiating.

Richmond Record Jan 2, 1954 The death of Thomas Babin proprietor of the American House in this town for the past several years, occurred suddenly at his home on December 18th. The late Mr. Babin was 62 years of age and leaves to mourn his passing a wife, the former Delta Robertson of River Bourgeois and three small children; also a nephew Cyril Nicholl of Dartmouth, who attended the funeral. A cousin Samuel Vigneau resides here. The funeral which was largely attended was held from Notre Dame d’Assumption Church here on Sunday afternoon, December 20, with Rev. Father A.P. Poirier officiating in the church and at the grave. The pallbearers were J. Emile Benoit, Thos. Acton, Wilfred Boucher, C. D. Campbell, Arthur Theriault and M. J. Bourinot. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of C. A. Boucher Funeral Director. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved family.

Richmond Record Aug 5, 1969 Mrs. Vergenia Dorey in her 75th year passed away recently in the Halifax Infirmary after several months illness. The late Mrs. Dorey was a native of West Arichat and was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Boudreau of Martinique. Always of a cheerful disposition her memory will be cherished by members of her family, relatives and friends. Besides her husband she is survived by three daughters Mrs. Gaston Fougere, (Rose), West Arichat; Mrs. James Earle, (Irene) Halifax; Mrs. Yves Pinet, (Florence), Ottawa; three sons: Francis, West Yarmouth, Mass.; Henry and Ernest of West Arichat. She is also survived by four sisters: Mrs. Eva Lewis and Viola, Mrs. F. D’Entremont, both of Boston, Mass.; Mrs. Alma Murray of Halifax and Lilly, Mrs. Wilfred Boudreau of Martinique. The body rested at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Gaston Fougere. Funeral Mass took place at the church of the Immaculate Conception of which she was a devout member, Rev. Father Doucet of Petit de Grat was the celebrant at the Mass. Interment was in the parish cemetery. All funeral arrangements were in charge of C. A. Boucher, Arichat.

Richmond Record Feb 15, 1969 The death of Walter Henry Petitpas, a well-known resident of Arichat, passed away at St. Rita Hospital, Sydney on Friday, February the 7th. He was in his 86th year. A lifelong resident of Arichat he engaged in fishing out of this port and retired only a few years ago. He was a very industrious man and was held in high regard by his neighbors and many friends. Funeral took place from the C. A. Boucher Funeral Home, Arichat, to Our Lady of the Assomption Church, of which he was a devout member. The Funeral Mass was celebrated by Very Rev. Father A. P. Poirier with interment in the Parish Cemetery. The funeral was largely attended. Surviving besides his wife, (the former Eugenie Briand) are four sons and five daughters; William, of Gloucester, Mass.; Walter of North Quincy, Mass.; Frank of Moncton; Joseph of Sydney; Mrs. James Fitzsimmons (Emma); Mrs. Casimir Peninski, (Alice); Mrs. Matthew Furlough (Marie Louise); Mrs. Pete Pouchelu, (Therese) all of Sydney and Rev. Sister Genevieve Petitpas, Convent, L’Ardoise. Also surviving are 24 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. We extend sympathy to Mrs. Petitpas, her sons and daughters, in their bereavement.

Richmond Record Jan 11, 1969 After a long illness, Walter Samson, a resident of the west end of Arichat, passed away recently. The late Mr. Samson was a former resident of Petit de Grat and for several years resided in the U.S.A. Due to ill health he retired some years ago. The late Mr. Samson was held in high regard by neighbors and friends. He is survived by his wife the former Emma Boudreau of Little Anse and by a brother, Arthur, also of Arichat. Several other relatives survive. The funeral took place from Notre Dame Church with Very Rev. A. P. Poirier as celebrant at the Mass and who also conducted the service at the grave. C. A. Boucher was in charge of funeral arrangements. We extend sympathy to Mrs. Samson and the brother of the deceased.

Richmond Record May 17, 1969 Mrs. Ivan Shaw passed away at St. Martha’s Hospital, Antigonish, where she had been a patient for a month. Her passing came as a great shock to her family and friends, and although her health had been poor for some time, she appeared to be making a satisfactory recovery. She was in her 50th. year, and was well and favourably known by her many friends. Being a skilled seamstress, her services were much hi demand. Always of a cheerful disposition, she was a very industrious lady and highly regarded by everyone. Mrs. Shaw was the daughter of the late George Parker and Mrs. Irvin Mason, and was a lifelong resident of Arichat. She was a devoted wife and mother and is survived by her husband and five daughters; Mrs. Arnold Purcey (Helen) of Moncton, N. B.; Mrs. Medard Samson, (Iris) of Little Anse; June, Mary and Ruth at home. A sister Jean, (Mrs. Roy Campbell), resides at the Points. Also surviving is her mother, Mrs. Irvin Mason, of Addison, Maine. The funeral which was largely attended, took place from Boucher’s Funeral parlor to St. John’s Church, with Rev. Arthur Turnbull officiating. Hymns played, were favorite ones of the deceased; ”Jesus Saviour, Pilot Me” and “Lead, Kindly Light”. Mrs. Marshall Bourinot presided at the organ. The Pallbearers were: Havelock (Bob) Latimer; Hilary Bowen; M. J. Bourinot; William Keating; Allan Frost and Clifford DeCoste. Sympathy is extended to the bereaved husband and family; also to her mother, Mrs. Mason and sister Jean, Mrs. Roy Campbell.

Chronicle Herald Thursday Sept 13, 1990 Carter, Mary Ida - 57, French Cove, Richmond County, died Tuesday in Halifax infirmary Hospital. Born in French Cove, she was a daughter of the late John and Annie (MacNeil) Burke. She is survived by her husband, Daniel Edgar, a daughter, Ella Carter, Halifax; a son, David Carter, Halifax; a sister, Sarah Burke, Sampsonville; three brothers, Ignatius, Samuel, both of French Cove; Cornelius, Sampsonville, four grandchildren. She was predeceased by a step sister, Cicely Fougere, an adopted sister, Josephine Forsythe. The body is in Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Hugh MacDougall officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society.

Richmond Record May 17, 1969 One of our eldest residents of Arichat, Jeffrey Z Boudreau, passed away recently at St. Anne Hospital here. He was 92 and was quite active up to a few weeks before his death. A very industrious man he followed the sea during his youth as a seaman on various Arichat coastal vessels. The last vessel of which he was a crew member was the “Milo”, Capt. Louis Boudreau of Arichat. After leaving this ship at Mulgrave he joined the S. S. John L. Cann in the Canso-Mulgrave Service and after many years' service on this run he joined the S. S. Magdalene, as a it fireman, on the Arichat- Mulgrave Service. In both Services he spent over 30 years and was highly regarded by his employers and was well and favourably known by the travelling public in those early days. After retiring from the sea, Jeff engaged at various jobs about the community and his faithful service was much in demand. The late Mr. Boudreau is survived by two daughters from his first marriage; Mrs. LeJeune, (Alfreda), Port Royal and Mrs. Walter Dorey, (Mary Alma), Janvrin’s Harbor; two brothers; Edward and John Boudreau, both of Petit de Grat. One sister resides in Sydney. His second wife predeceased him not so many years ago. For the past several years he resided with a nephew, Lawrence Boudreau where he was well cared for by the Boudreau family. The late Mr. Boudreau was held in high regard in our household and his frequent visits were always appreciated and his friendship was both sincere and warm. Funeral Mass was held from Notre Dame church, Arichat, of which he was a devout member, Very Rev. A. P. Poirier was celebrant and also conducted the service at graveside. We extend our sympathy to his daughters and other members of the family.

Chronicle Herald Monday Jan 8, 1990 SAMPSON, Carolina — 78, Halifax, died Sunday at home. Born in Ambarawa, Indonesia, she was a daughter of the late Wouter and Johanna (Theunissen) Vollemans. She is survived by her husband, Joseph; a brother, Wouter, New Hampshire; two sisters. Wilhelmina, Elisabeth, both of Holland; several nieces and nephews The body is in J.A. Snow Funeral Home, Windsor St., Halifax, visiting 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Purcell’s Cove Road, Halifax The body will be cremated. Donations may be made to the N.S. Heart Foundation.

Chronicle Herald Friday Jan 5, 1990 MCGRATH, Daniel William (Billy) — 80, 139 Herring Cove Rd., Halifax, died Thursday at home. Born in Lower L'Ardoise, he was a son of the late Thomas and Margaret (Murphy) McGrath. He was a self- employed carpenter. He is survived by three sisters, Mildred (Doll) Landry, Riverview, N.B.: Agnes McNeil, Halifax; Katherine (Kate) Sampson, Lower L’Ardoise; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, Robert, Thomas; two sisters, Sarah, Margaret. The body is at J. Albert Walker Funeral Home, Halifax, visiting 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Saturday. The body will be transferred Sunday to L’Ardoise Community Funeral Home. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Monday at Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise, Father J. J. MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Monday May 2, 1977 WESTMOUNT, Cape Breton — Peter Terrio, 60, of Westmount, was buried in D’Escousse cemetery, following funeral service in St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Rev. C. Poirier officiated. Born in New Glasgow, he was the son of the late Charles and Bertha (Poirier) Terrio. Surviving are his wife, Shirley; two brothers, Alex, Halifax; and Ernie, Kentville.

Chronicle Herald Friday Apr 20, 1979 ST. PETERS — Mrs. E. Strader, of St. Peters, died Wednesday. Born in St. Peter's, she was the former Elizabeth (Bessie) MacKenzie, daughter of the late Norman and Henrietta (Boucher) MacKenzie. Surviving besides her husband are a son Norman, Pembrook, N.H.; two daughters, Lois (Mrs. Edward Blakely), Heather Calvanizi, both of New York; three brothers, Charles W. and J. Roderick, both of St. Peter's; John B., Halifax; two sisters, Margaret (Mrs. Bernard Rogers), Halifax; Mary McIvor, St. Peter's, and four grandchildren. She was predeceased by a sister Helen and an infant brother. The body is at her home. Funeral will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church. Burial will be in parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Thursday Jan 11, 1990 SUTHERLAND, Martin Ambrose — 83, St. Peter’s, Richmond County, died Tuesday in Strait Richmond Hospital. Born in St. Peter’s, he was a son of the late Capt. Neil and Louise (Sampson) Sutherland. He worked in Boston and New York in his early years and spent most of his life in St. Peter’s. He is survived by his wife, the former Rose Ann Sampson, St. Peter’s; five sons, John, Dartmouth; Frank, Sackville; Michael, Sydney; Victor, Patrick, both of Halifax; three daughters, Beatrice (Mrs. Robert Morrison), Mary, both of St. Peter’s; Jean (Mrs. Jackie Pottie), Sackville; 14 grandchildren; a sister, Christina Sampson, Halifax, He was predeceased by a brother, Joseph A.; three sisters, Beatrice, Ada, Catherine. The body is in Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter’s. Funeral will b 2 p.m. Friday in St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Alex MacLellan officiating. burial will be in parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kingston Medical Centre, L’Ardoise.

Chronicle Herald Friday July 13, 1979 ST. PETER’S — Joseph A. Sutherland, 78, St. Peter’s, Richmond County, died Thursday in Camp Hill Hospital Halifax. Born in St. Peter’s, he was a son at the late Captain Neil and Louise (Sampson) Sutherland. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, branch 47, St. Peter’s, and a retired merchant marine seaman. Surviving are two sisters, Christina and Catherine, and one brother, Ambrose, all in Halifax. He was predeceased by two sisters, Beatrice and Ada. The body will be at the Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter’s, Saturday. Funeral service will be Sunday at 1 p.m. in St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, with burial in St. Peter’s parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday July 10, 1985 LOWER L’ARDOISE — Michael Gerard Conrad, 19, of Lower L’Ardoise, died Monday as the result of a motorcycle accident. Born in Halifax, he was a son of Jack and Myra (Harker) Conrad. He graduated as a machinist from Canso Regional Vocational School, Port Hawkesbury. He was a member of the band Recking Machine and a member of Holy Guardian Angel Church, L’Ardoise. He is survived by his stepfather, Raymond O’Brien, L’Ardoise; a brother Troy, at home; paternal grandfather, Ralph Conrad, Vancouver Island, B.C.; maternal grandparents, Rose and Roy Harker, L’Ardoise, maternal great grandmother, Mrs. Angeline Peters, L’Ardoise. The body is in Holy Guardian Angel Church vestry, L’Ardoise, where the funeral will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Rev. Basil Boudreau officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Monday Aug 17, 1987 MacDonald, Katherine - 92, of St. Vincent's Guest House, Halifax, and formerly of Embassy Towers, died Saturday in the Victoria General Hospital. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Arsene and Philomene (Fougere) Boudreau. She was educated in Halifax schools and the Conservatory of Music, where she studied drama. She was active in the Academy of Music Players Group in Halifax and with the Theatre Group in Riverside, Calif. She established an enviable reputation in radio, television and theatre circles in both New York and California, breaking into television in its beginnings. She studied under Miss Irvine at the Theodore Irvine School for the Theatre in New York and was later appointed assistant director of Miss Irvine’s school. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was predeceased by her husband, Alexander; a brother, Tom; two sisters, Mary and Sarah. The body is in Snow’s Halifax Funeral Home, visiting 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. today. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Halifax. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Thursday Nov 7, 1974 Mary Dolorosa Boudreau, 86, of Embassy Towers, Halifax, died Wednesday at the Victoria General Hospital. Born in Halifax, she was the daughter of the late Arsene and Philomene (Fougere) Boudreau. Educated in Halifax, she received her R.N. from Hartford Hospital, Connecticut. She worked in Halifax as the supervisor of the isolation hospital from 1920-25, and until her retirement worked at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York City. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Katherine MacDonald, Halifax. She was predeceased by her parents, one brother Tom and one sister Sarah. The body s at Snow’s Funeral Home Halifax. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later.

Chronicle Herald Friday Aug 1, 1986 Douglas Morton Shaw, 55, Bayside, died Thursday at home. Born in Halifax, he was a son of Stanley Shaw and Mildred Sampson. He was an electrician until retirement due to ill health in 1978. He is survived by his parents, his wife, the former Shirley Yeadon: a daughter Wendy (Mrs. Paul Fleet), two sons Larry and Brian, all of Bayside; a brother Kenneth, White's Lake; three grandchildren, a niece and nephew. The body is in Snow’s Funeral Home, where funeral service will be Saturday at 10 a.m., Rev. Paul Goetze officiating. Burial will be in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Lower Sackville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Canadian Diabetic Association.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday July 8, 1992 Doucette, Harold Bernard - 70, Port Hawkesbury, formerly of L'Ardoise, died July 7, 1992, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish, Born in Glace Bay, he was a son of the late John and Christine (Beaver) Doucette. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving in Europe. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. The body is in L'Ardoise Parish Funeral Hone, visiting 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Thursday. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Friday in Hold guardian Angels Churchy, Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery, L'Ardoise. Donations may be made to any charity. Arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Chronicle Herald Friday Apr 12, 1985 PORT ROYAL, Richmond County - Clement John Doiron, 67, Port Royal, died Tuesday in New Glasgow. Born in Port Royal, he was a son of the late John and Clara (Boudreau) Doiron. At the time of his death, he was a chef at Peter Pan Motel, New Glasgow. He served overseas in England during the Second World War. He is survived by four sisters, Mrs. Irene LeBlanc, Mrs. Marie Benoit, Margaret (Mrs. Hubert Forgeron) and Evangeline (Mrs. Numan Bona), all of Port Royal. He was predeceased by five brothers, Stanley, Wallace, Fred George, David and Vincent, a sister, Lillian Mury. The body is in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat, where funeral will be 3.30 p.m. today, Rev Allan MacMullin officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Donations may be made to St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat.

Chronicle Herald Saturday Sept 2, 1978 ST. PETER’S — Hugh John MacPhail, 80, of St. Peter’s, formerly of Oban, died Friday in St. Rita Hospital, Sydney. Born in Oban, he was a son of the late John and Flora (MacKay) MacPhail. Surviving are his wife Catherine; six sons, John, Sydney; Melvin, St. Peter’s; Sherman, River Tillard; Wayne, River Bourgeois; Wendell, Westville; Winston, Oban; four daughters, Joan (Mrs. Ernest Fougere), French Cove, Jean (Mrs. Warren Penny), St. Peter’s; Jessie, D’Escousse; Sharon (Mrs. Agnus MacDonald), Mount Auburn; a brother Hector, Boston, Mass.; 22 grandchildren and one great- grandchild. The body is at Alex Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter’s. Funeral will be in St. Peter’s United Church, Sunday at 1:30 p.m., Rev. Dan Gunn officiating. Burial will be in Lakeview cemetery, St. Peter’s.

Chronicle Herald Friday Jan 19, 1990 POTTIE, James Henry — 78, Halifax, died Thursday in Halifax Infirmary. Born in L'Ardoise, Cape Breton, he was a son of the late Frank and Alice (Pettipas) Pottie. He is survived by a son, Jack, six brothers, Edward, Frank, Vince, all of Halifax; Martin, Lower Sackville; Gordon, Quebec; Robert, Alberta. He was predeceased by his wife. the former Dorothy Gray; two infant brothers. The body is in Snow's Funeral Home, Halifax, visiting 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today. Funeral will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday in St. Mary’s Basilica, Halifax. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Donations may be made to any charity.

Chronicle Herald Monday Jan 8, 1990 MARTELL, Madeleine Mary — 69, Halifax, died Saturday in Halifax Infirmary. Born in Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Simon and Caroline (Gaudet) Boudreau. She served as a nurse in the Canadian army from 1939-45. She is survived by her husband, Clarence; an adopted son, Allan Boucher, Lower Sackville; three sisters, Bernadette (Mrs. Alphonse Babin), Anita Boucher, Cecilia Binet, all of Arichat. she was predeceased by a sister, Mary; six brothers, John Baptist, Francis, Joseph, Simon, Peter, Benedict. The body is in Atlantic Funeral Home, Halifax, visiting 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today. Funeral will be 9 a.m. Tuesday in St. Catherine’s Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Henry Kline officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society.

Chronicle Herald Friday Jan 5, 1979 Mary Elizabeth Proctor, 81, Truro, died Wednesday in Victoria General Hospital. Born in Evanston, Cape Breton, she was the daughter of the late William and Louise (McNamara) Proctor. She spent the greater part of her life in Truro and was employed at Stanfield’s until her retirement a few years ago. She was an active member of the Children of Mary and Sacristan of Immaculate Conception Church, Truro, for more than 50 years, for which she was honoured by the late Pope Paul VI. Surviving are his sister, Nellie (Mrs. Edward Cogswell), Herring Cove, a brother, Basil, Evanston; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three sisters, Sadie, Annie, and Alice, and four brothers, John, Wal lace, Hubert, and Ken. Funeral mass will be 10 a.m. today in Immaculate Conception Church, Truro. The body will be taken to Evanston for a committal service in St. Francis DeSales Church and cemetery, Saturday.

Chronicle Herald Friday Jan 19, 1990 LEFORT, Mary M. — 69, Halifax, died Wednesday in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late John and Nora (Pottie) White. She is survived by her husband, Ernest; seven sons, Bill, Eric, John, Rick, Tony, all of Halifax, Donald, Phillip, both of Dartmouth; three daughters, Patricia, Dartmouth; Gail, Oromocto. NB.; Theresa, Halifax; a brother, David, Sackville; two sisters, Bertha, Halifax; Lillian, Montreal; 25 grandchildren, five great grandchildren. She was predeceased by three brothers, Alec, Jackie, Jimmy; two sisters, Lorraine, Theresa. The body will be cremated. A memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Saturday in Snow's Funeral Home, Halifax. Donations may be made to the Canadian Lung Association.

Chronicle Herald Friday May 13, 1983 Howard Alexander White, 60, of 2380 Gottingen Street, Halifax, died Wednesday in Victoria General Hospital. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late John Alexander and Nora (Pottie) White. He is survived by three sisters, Mary (Mrs. W. Lafort), Halifax; Bertha (Mrs. E. Wilson), Halifax; Lillian (Mrs. Victor Cornutt), Montreal; three brothers, John, David and James, all of Halifax. The body is in Snow's Funeral Home. Funeral will be a9 a.m. Saturday in St. Patrick's Church, Halifax, Rev. Driscoll officiating, with burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday Nov 13, 1985 James Frederick Joseph White, 49, 11 Flint Street, Fairview, died Tuesday at home. Born in Halifax, he was the son of the late John and Nora (Pottie) White. He was employed at extended care, Fairview Villa. He is survived by his wife Shirley, four daughters, Cynthia (Mrs. Sam Fried), Halifax; Catherine (Mrs. Richard Wadden), New Glasgow; Deborah, Halifax; Tanya, Halifax; a son James Jr., Halifax; four grandchildren; three sisters, Mary Leforte, Halifax; Bertha Wilson, Halifax; Lillian Cornut, Montreal two brothers, Jackie, Spryfield; David, Sackville. He was predeceased by a brother and two sisters. The body is at Snow’s Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 9 a.m. Thursday in St. Patrick’s Church, Rev. Driscoll officiating. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Sackville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday July 10, 1973 Mrs. Emerald Gibson, 40, 2781 Agricola Street, Halifax, died Monday in Victoria General Hospital. Born at Halifax, she was the former Theresa Marie White, a daughter of the late John and Nora (Pottie) White. Besides her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Bonniesue and Henrietta; two sons, Emerald Jr. and Clarence, all at home; four sisters, Lillian (Mrs. Victor Cornutt), Montreal; Mrs. Lorraine Nickerson, Saint John, N.B.; Mary (Mrs. Ernest Lafort), Bertha (Mrs. Edward Wilson), four brothers, Alex, James, John and David, all of Halifax. The body is at Cruickshank's Funeral Home, Robie Street. Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, 9 a.m., from St. Joseph's Church. Interments will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Saturday Mar 10, 1979 Dr. Joseph T. Landry, 80, of 2936 Somerset Avenue, Halifax, died Friday in Camp Hill Hospital. Born in Arichat, he was the son of the late Paul and Cecilia Landry. Dr. Landry was former director of physical education for the City of Halifax for 26 years. He pioneered the physical education program in city schools when he took the post in 1938. In his youth, he was a champion amateur wrestler and a boxer. One of his other successes in sports occurred when he coached the champion four- oared crew of Canada, the Jubilees. Later he was named trainer of the championship Wolverines’ hockey club in 1934-35, He had formerly had the distinction of being the first coach of Providence University hockey team in 1926. As physical education director for Halifax city schools, he taught baseball, football, hockey, basketball and track and field. Dr. Landry saw the city’s program through its initial period of growth, laying the foundation for today’s physical education department. During his life, he was an active promotor of community work, specifically with regard to youth. He was a former alderman of the City of Halifax and a member of the Halifax Kiwanis Club. Surviving are his wife, the former Agnes Morrison; two daughters, Mrs. Lila Gray and Mrs. Linda Partington, both of Halifax; four sons, Joseph, Toronto; Paul, Bridgeport, Conn.; John, Halifax; Peter, Fall River; four sisters, his twin, Mrs. Lillian Hagan; Mrs. Mae Kelly, Mrs. Matilda O’Neill and Mrs. Alice Pass, all of Halifax; a brother Daniel, Seattle, Wash.; and 22 grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter Nancy Lou and a grandson Christopher. The body is at Cruikshank’s Funeral Home, Robie Street. Funeral mass will be Monday at 2 pm. in St. Agnes Church, Msgr. Richard Murphy officiating. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Rainbow Haven fund, care of The Halifax Herald Ltd.

Richmond Record Oct 31, 1970 It is with deep regret that we announce the death of Mr. Remie S. Boudreau of Petit de Grat, who passed away recently at St. Ann's Hospital, Arichat. The late Mr. Boudreau was in his 91st year and was a devoted husband and father. He was held in high regard by neighbours and friends in this community. He was a carpenter all his life, until a few years ago, when ill health forced him to retire. He leaves to mourn his beloved wife, Marie Adelphine Samson, formerly of River Bourgeois; four sons, Cletus and Vincent, residing in Petit de Grat: Raymond of Buffalo, N.Y., and Joseph A., of Minneapolis, Minn.; two daughters Prudence, Mrs. Raymond Boudreau of Petit de Grat, and Jacqueline, Mrs. Hugh Brewster of Dartmouth, NS. One son Fulbert and two daughters, Eleanor and Pauline predeceased him a few years ago. Also surviving is one brother, John Boudreau of Gloucester, Mass. Three other brothers, Albert, Alex and Freddie predeceased him some years ago. Twenty three grandchildren and forty-four great grandchildren also survive. The remains rested at his home and the many floral offerings, mass cards and messages attested to the esteem in which the late Mr. Boudreau was held. Funeral took place with Father G. Arsenault officiating at the Requiem Mass in St. Joseph’s Church of which Mr. Boudreau was a devoted member. It was largely attended by relatives and friends from far and near. Following the Mass of Requiem, the cortege was escorted to the parish cemetery where burial took place in the presence of family and friends. The committal was by Fr. Arsenault. Pall bearers were Alex Boudreau, Rudolph Boudreau, Delmore Boudreau, Narcisse Landry, Walter A. Boudreau and Hugh Brewster. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of C. A. Boucher. Sincere sympathy is extended to his bereaved wife and other members of his family.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday May 5, 1987 ST. PETER’S — Joseph Ruban Stone, 53, R.R. No. 2, St. Peter's, died Sunday in St. Rita Hospital, Sydney. Born in Lynches River, he was a son of Christina and the late Daniel Stone. He lived most of his life in the St. Peter's area. He was a member of Royal Canadian Legion, branch No. 41; Lakeside Community Club; St. Peter’s Volunteer Fire Department; and the ground search and rescue organization. He was a former employee of Stora Forest Industries, Point Tupper. He is survived by his wife, the former Viva Landry a son, Rolland, Sampsonville; a sister, Peggy (Mrs. Cletus Landry), St. Peter’s; a brother, Ambrose, Rockdale; two grandchildren. He was predeceased by three brothers, Keith, Ralph and Lawrence a sister, Anna. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Peter’s Church. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday Jan 4, 1989 KYTE, Myrtle Roberta — 83, Yarmouth, formerly of St. Peters, died Tuesday in Yarmouth. Born in Walkerville, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Annie (Walker) Hill. A graduate of Truro Normal College, she taught school in St. Peter's for many years. She is survived by three daughters, Ann (Mrs. Albert Nolan), Toronto; Lydia (Mrs. Hervey Boyd), Saint John; Mary, Yarmouth; two sons, George, Montreal; Robert, Yarmouth; two sisters, Olive Ford, Walkerville; Gladys Trowbridge, Roberta: 16 grandchildren: two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Val. The body is in Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peters, with visiting 7-9 p.m. today and 2-9 p.m. Thursday. Funeral will be 11 a.m. Friday in St. Peters Roman Catholic Church. Burial will be In the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Chronicle Herald Monday Oct 24, 1988 STONE, Sharon — 40, Toronto, formerly of St. Peter’s, Richmond County, died Saturday in the Victoria General Hospital. Born in St. Peter’s, she was a daughter of Charles and Eva (MacDonald) Stone. Besides her parents, she is survived by a son, Vernon, at home; two daughters, Katie and Shawna, both at home; three brothers, Joseph, Gordon and Wayne; five sisters, Franny (Mrs. Hugh Campbell), Gladys (Mrs. Gordon Cote), Mary Bennett, Carolyn (Mrs. John Landry) and Gail (Mrs. Doug Murray). She was predeceased by a brother, Vernon Stone. The body is in Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peters. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday in St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Rev. Alex MacLellan officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday Oct 29, 1974 John Alexander Jackson, 76, of St. Peter’s, Cape Breton, died Monday in St. Martha’s Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Louisbourg, he was a son of the late John Stanley and Josephine (Slattery) Jackson. Surviving are two sisters, Catherine (Mrs. Alec Gillis) of London, Ont.; Josephine (Sister John Vincent), of Halifax; two brothers, Michael and Kiley William, both of New York; several nieces and nephews. The body is at Ross’ Home, St. Peter’s. Funeral service will be held 9 a.m. Wednesday, from St. Peter’s Catholic Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Saturday Dec 8, 1990 LEBLANC, Dale Arthur — 15, St. Peter’s, died Thursday at home. Born in Sydney, he was a son of Norman and Louise (Richard) LeBlanc, St. Peter’s. He was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church. He was a Grade 9 student at St. Peter’s District School and was a paper carrier for The Chronicle-Herald. He is survived by a brother, Derek, Dartmouth; paternal grandparents, Evangeline and Lionel LeBlanc, St. Peter’s; maternal grandparents, Margaret and Alfred Richard, River Bourgeois: maternal great-grandmothers, Mrs. Vina Richard, Mrs. Mary Emma Digout, both of River Bourgeois. The body is in River Bourgeois Funeral Home, visiting 10 a.m.-10 p.m. today. Funeral will be I p.m. Sunday in St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Alex MacLellan officiating. Burial in the church cemetery. Donations may be made to Richmond Minor Hockey Association.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday June 5, 1974 ST. PETER’S — Mrs. Charles Martell, 80, of Carter’s Cove, died Tuesday in Richmond Villa, St. Peters. Born at Carter’s Cove, the former Mary Elizabeth MacNeil, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Sarah (Carter) MacNeil. She is survived by seven daughters, Abbie (Mrs. Hayward Archibald), Truro; Evelyn (Mrs. Tom Lafford), St. Peter’s; Margaret, Ottawa; Marie, St. Peter’s; Bernice (Mrs. Ralph Croucher), Halifax: Norma, Montreal; Delores, Sudbury, Ont.; two sons, Earl, Dartmouth; Hugh, Sydney; 18 grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband in 1963. The body is at the home of Mr. and, Mrs. Findlay Ross, St. Peter’s. Funeral service will he held 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Peter’s Church, Rev. Duncan Maclntyre officiating. Burial will be in church cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Friday July 8, 1977 ST. PETER’S — Mrs. Angeline O’Toole, 89, of St. Peter’s, died Thursday at the Richmond Villa, St. Peter’s. Born in Thibeauville, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Oswald[sic: Ursule] (Burke) MacPhee. She is survived by one son, Charles, St. Peter’s. She was predeceased by her husband, Edward; and two sons, Fred and John. The body is at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Finlay Ross, St. Peter’s. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday from St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Joseph Lynch officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Thursday Oct 21, 1982 ST. PETER’S — Charles J. O'Toole, 64, of St. Peter’s died Monday at home. Born in St. Peter’s, he was a son of the late Edward and Angeline (McPhee) O’Toole. He is survived by three nephews, Ronald E. O'Toole, Russell J. O’Toole, both of Pictou; and John Daniel O'Toole, Halifax County. He was predeceased by two brothers Fred and Jack. The body is at Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter’s. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Gerald Dunphy officiating with burial in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday June 25, 1991 CLOREY, Mary — Breton Bay Nursing Home, Sydney, formerly of Big Pond, died Monday at the home. Born in Big Pond, she was a daughter of the late Daniel and Mary Anne (MacLellan) Campbell. She was a member of St. Mary's Parish, Big Pond. She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Betty Kearns, Massachusetts. She was predeceased by her husband, Walter; three brothers, Jerome, Michael, John; two sisters, Katie, Agnes. The body is in T. W. Curry's Parkview Chapel, after 7 p.m. today. Funeral will be 3:30 p.m. Wednesday in St Mary’s Church, Dan Doucet officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery, Big Pond.

Chronicle Herald Monday Aug 24, 1981 Pauline Mary Lutz, 66, of 15 Goldfinch Walk, Halifax, died Saturday at the Halifax Civic Hospital. Born in Little Anse, Cape Breton, she was the former Pauline Mary Martell, daughter of the late Alexander and Margaret (Campbell) Martell. She is survived by two daughters, Bernice (Mrs. Terry Wood), Saint John, N.B.; and Mrs. Mary Melanson, Halifax; one brother, in Connecticut; one sister, Evangaline (Mrs. Vincent Middleton), L’Ardoise, Cape Breton; and four grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles. The body is in the J. Albert Walker Funeral Home, Halifax. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday Nov 13, 1985 ST. PETER’S — Rose Delima (Melita) Boudreau, 87, of St. Peter’s, formerly of Petit De Grat, died Tuesday in Richmond Villa, St. Peters. Born In Petit De Grat, she was the daughter of the late Jeffrey and Annie (Boucher) Boudreau. She is survived by a daughter, Muriel (Mrs. Jack Forrest), Halifax; four sons, Clarence, Petit De Grat; Del, Alfred, Ozzie, all of Brantford, Ont.; seven grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Fred, a sister, Agnes and a brother, Francis. The body is in St. Joseph’s Church, Petit De Grat, where funeral mass will be held Thursday at 3 p.m., Rev. Bill Burke officiating. Burial will Star of the Sea Cemetery, Petit De Grat. Donations may be made to the Richmond Villa, St. Peter’s.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday Apr 17, 1974 SYDNEY — Fred CoIlet, 86, of Hay Cove, died Sunday in St. Rita Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Julia; seven sons, Pius, Kitchener, Ont.; Frank and Alphonse, Hay Cove; Edmund, Soldier’s Cove; John, Sydney; George and Joey, Ontario; four daughters, Mrs. Emma MacDonald, Sydney;. Mrs. Regina Lerette, Ontario; Annie (Mrs. Laurie Breau), at home; Mary (Mrs. Aubrey Stone), Sydney. The body is at T. W. Curry Downtown Chapel. Funeral service will be today at 2 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church, Johnstown. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Saturday Mar 29, 1980 Moncton - Mrs. Julie Collet, 79, of Moncton and formerly of Hay Cove, Richmond County, died Friday in Moncton City Hospital. She resided in Moncton for the past 12 years. Surviving are seven sons, Pius, Kitchener, Ont.; Frank, St. Peter's; Edmond, Soldier's Cove; Alphonse, Hay Cove; John, Sydney; George and Joe, both of Ontario; four daughters, Mrs. Emma MacDonald and Mrs. Regina Lirette, both of Ontario: Annie (Mrs. Laurie Breau), Hay Cove; and Mrs. Mary Stone, Sydney; two sisters, Irene, Montreal; and Susanne, Moncton; a stepbrother in St. Paul’s, NB.; 58 grandchildren; 51 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Fred. The body is at Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter’s. Funeral service will be held Monday at 10:30 a.m. in Sacred Heart Church, Johnstown. Burial will be in Johnstown cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Thursday Jan 10, 2002 MOMBOURQUETTE, Agnes Irene 'Aggie' — 74, Dartmouth, it is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Aggie who died peacefully Wednesday, January 9, 2002, after a brief illness in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Bradley) Aucoin. Aggie will always be remembered for her sense of humour, her many acts of kindness to others and the loving care and compassion she gave to many terminally ill family members. A devoted and caring mother, sister and aunt, she will be remembered in our hearts forever. She was formerly employed with Moirs, Halifax. She is survived by her loving son, Paul (Cynthia), Dartmouth; sister, Eileen (Mrs. Fred Walsh), Dartmouth; brothers, Vincent, Bernard (Beatrice), both of Dartmouth; Thomas, Lower Sackville; special friend and niece, Bev many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Pascal "Paul"; sister, Grace; niece, Sharon. The body has been cremated under the care and direction of J. Albert Walker & Sons Funeral Home, Dartmouth. No visitation. Funeral mass will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, January 12, in St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church, Gaston Road, Dartmouth, Father John Hayes officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

Chronicle Herald Monday Sept 8, 1980 Blaise James Cotie, 30, of Halifax, died Sunday in Camp Hill Hospital. Born in Grand Greve, Cape Breton , he was a son of the late Albert and Berthella (Lafford) Cotie. Surviving are two brother, Albert, Cape Breton, and Richard, Halifax; one sister, Donna Boutilier, Ottawa. He was predeceased by one brother, Westley; one sister, Betty. The body is in Morrison's Funeral Home, St. Peter's, Cape Breton. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Paraplegic Association.

Chronicle Herald Saturday July 5, 1969 Wilbur S. Dickson, 48, of St. Peter's, Richmond County, died Thursday in Sydney. He was the son of Annie and the late Matthew Dickson. He was a veteran of the Second World War. Surviving besides his mother, are his wife, Christena; five sons, Donald, Sydney; and Martin of Halifax; Stanley, Ronnie and Paul, at home; two daughters, Dianne (Mrs. Terrance Terrio), D'Escousse, Richmond County, and Sheila, at home; one brother, Donnie, Montreal; one sister, Marilyn (Mrs. Jack Kilmury), Ottawa, and five grandchildren. The body is at his home. Funeral service will be held in St. Peter's United Church, Sunday, at 2 p.m. Rev. Elmer Asaph officiating. Burial will be in Lake View Cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday Aug 25, 1981 Mary Elizabeth Syberg, 91, died Monday in St. Vincent’s Guest House; Halifax. Born in River Bourgeois, Richmond County; she was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Remi Boucher. She is survived by a daughter Mary, Ottawa, Ont.; a son Paul, Halifax; and several grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Albert Patrick. Funeral mass will be 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Mary’s Basilica. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to any charity.

Chronicle Herald Monday Oct 23 1972 Albert Charles (Sy) Syberg, 58, of Ottawa, Ont., and formerly of Halifax, died Thursday at home in Ottawa. Born in Halifax, he was the son of Mrs. Mary E. and the late Albert P. Syberg of Halifax. He was a well-known Halifax musician and singer and a retired staff sergeant major with the Canadian Army serving in Halifax and Ottawa. Surviving, besides his mother, are his wife, the former Lee Petruzelli; a son, Albert Jr.; a daughter, Catherine (Mrs. G. M. Manale); a sister, Mary (Mrs. H. D. Urquhart); and three grandchildren, all of Ottawa; and a brother, Paul B., of Halifax. The body Is at Kelly’s Funeral Home, 585 Summerset Street West, where funeral service will take place today at 2 p.m. Interment in Capital Gardens.

Chronicle Herald Monday May 22, 1978 WEST L'ARDOISE — Mrs. Celeste Briand, 96, West L’Ardoise died Friday at the St. Rita Hospital, Sydney. Born in West L’Ardoise, she was the former Celeste Mombourquette, daughter of the late Placide and Madeline (Bona) Mombourquette. Surviving are four sons Steve and Walter, Massachusetts; Abraham, New Hampshire; Patsy, West L’Ardoise; three daughters Elizabeth (Mrs. Frank Durant), Texas; Mary d’Evangeline (Mrs. Henry Poitras), New Hampshire; Annie Mae, (Mrs. Charles Mombourquette), Dartmouth; 25 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; one brother Joe, L’Ardoise. She was predeceased by her husband, Simon; three sons; three daughters; two brothers and one sister. The body is at the L’Ardoise Funeral Home, L’Ardoise. Funeral mass will be today at 10 a.m. from the Holy Guardian Angel Church, Rev. Clarence MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Mar 29, 1980 Louisdale - Eugene Marchand, 63, of Louisdale died Wednesday at St. Martha's Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Louisdale, he was a son of Sabina Rose and the late Thomas Marchand, He is survived by his wife, the former Rita Samson; three sons, Cyril, Gene and Blair, all of Louisdale; two daughters, Ros Ana (Mrs. Phil Resch), Louisdale; and Janet, Edmonton; two brothers, Alphonse and Raymond, Louisdale; three sisters, Edna (Mrs. Eddie Boudreau), Anita (Mrs. Walter Marchand) and Rose (Mrs. John Marchand), all of Louisdale, and Eight grand children. He was predeceased by a brother Bernard and two sisters, Evelyn and Viola. The body is at his residence. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Louis Parish, Louisdale, with burial in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Strait Area Hospital.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday May 23, 1978 PICTOU— Mrs. Eugene Theriault, 82, of Strathcona Place, Pictou, died Monday in Sutherland Harris Memorial Hospital. Born in Pictou, she was the former Ruth J. Dolly MacNeill, a daughter of the late James and Mary Jane (Landry) MacNeill. She was a member of Stella Maris Church and the CWL and was chief telephone operator with Maritime Telegraph and Telephone in Pictou for many years. Surviving are her husband: two step-sons, Eugene, Victoria; Rev. Eric L., East Chezzetcook; two step-daughters, Sister Patricia S.C.H. Halifax; Edith (Mrs. Alderic Comeau), Dartmouth; two sisters, Laura (Mrs. A. J. Cormier), Pictou; Susan (Mrs. George Nassar), California; two brothers, Archie, Pictou; George, Edmonton. She was predeceased by six brothers, James, Jack, Lawrence, Fred, Dando, Tobin, and two in infancy. The body is at McLaren Funeral Home, Pictou. Funeral will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Stella Maris Church, Pictou. Burial will be in Seaview cemetery. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

The Scotia Sun Feb 3, 1971 The death of Peter C. Gaudet of Janvrin's Harbour occurred at St. Martha's Hospital on January 19th at the age of 78. He is survived by his wife, Gladys, also three sons, one daughter and one stepson, Louis and Godfrey of Janvrin's Harbour and Adulph Boudreau of Spryfield. Also one brother Elias of Arichat, five sisters, Lilly (Mrs. A. Darcey) of Janvrin's Harbour, Martha (Mrs. Boudreau) of Cape Auguet, Maud (Mrs. H. Morgan) of Arichat and Flora (Mrs. F. DeCoste) pf Arichat. Also five grandchildren. His remains rested at the home of his son, Godfrey. Funeral services were held Thursday at 3 pm. at immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat with Rev. Father Girroir officiating. Funeral was under the direction of Bouchie's Funeral Home of Arichat. Pallbearers were Clarence Hart, Arthur Dorey, Everett Dorey, Simon LeBlanc, Robert Doiron and Stanley Pellerin.

Chronicle Herald Monday Aug 8, 1988 MARTELL, Albert (Tish) — 63, IOOF Home, Pictou, died Friday in Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in Pictou, he was a son of the late William and Mary Catherine (Young) Martell. He was a retired painter. He is survived by three sisters, Leona (Mrs. Derek Stew) and Kay (Mrs. Paul Anderson), both of Windsor, Ont.; Olive (Mrs. A. A. Maclnnis), Ottawa; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister Edith; three brothers, Arthur, Alfred and Willard. The body is in McLaren Funeral Home, Pictou. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. today in Stella Maris Church, Pictou, Rev. Douglas Murphy officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Thursday Sept 25, 1980 New Glasgow - Bert Joseph Benoit, 88, of Sunset Haven Nursing Home, New Glasgow, died Tuesday at the nursing home. Born in Arichat, he was a son of the late Joseph and Caroline (Fougere) Benoit. He lived in New Glasgow most of his life and was a member of St. Gregory's Roman Catholic Church. He was employed with Standard Clay and Maritime Steel. Surviving are his third wife, the former Florence Fougere; three daughters, Annie (Mrs. Dan Grace), New Waterford; Emma (Mrs. Dan Campbell), Linacy, and Aldona (Mrs. Stewart Leadbeater), Westville; two sons, William, Linacy; and Michael, Cambridge, Mass.; two sisters, Laura (Mrs. James Guthro) and Sadie (Mrs. William Goodwin), both of New Glasgow; a brother, Leonard, Telford; 25 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, the former Alice DeYoung; his second wife, Emma Haywood; a son Bert; two children in infancy; a sister, Mary, and a brother, Joseph. The body is in the H.W. Angus Funeral Home, New Glasgow. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.

Cape Breton Post Monday February 8, 1993 Leo Coffey, 74, 5 Dorchester St., Sydney, died Thursday, Feb. 4, 1993, at home. Born In St. Peter’s, he was the son of the late Michael and Cora (Stone) Coffey. He was a merchant marine between 1940-1945 and his ships were torpedoed twice during that time. He was a member of the Seafarers International Union and a member of St. George’s Church. Mr. Coffey Is survived by his wife the former Jean Harvey and a brother, Bill, St. Peter’s. He was predeceased by eight brothers. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in St. George’s Church with Rev. Mel Findlay officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Sydney Memorial Chapel.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday Mar 10, 1987 NEW GLASGOW — Mrs. Laura Guthro, 83, 223 Abererombie Rd., New Glasgow, died Monday in Glen Haven Manor, New Glasgow. Born in New Glasgow, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret (Fougere) Benoit. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, New Glasgow, and Ladies Guild. She was also a member of Royal Canadian Legion Ladles Auxiliary. She is survived by four daughters, May (Mrs. Mike Martin), Gloria (Mrs. Bliss Clarie), both of Hamilton, Ont.; Isabel (Mrs. Douglas Cleow), Tatamagouche; Laura (John Macumber), Westville; six sons, Clem, Little Harbour; Alex, Hamilton, Ont.; Vernon, Stellarton; Daniel, New Glasgow; Clifford, Oromocto, N.B.; Douglas, Alma; a sister, Mrs. Sadie Goodine, New Glasgow; a brother, Leonard, Riverton; 37 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, John James; two sons, two brothers, and two sisters. The body will be cremated. Graveside service will be in Heatherdale Memorial Gardens at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Nova Scotia Heart Fund.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday Apr 15, 1980 RIVER BOURGEOIS — Mrs. Josephine Forsythe, 60, of River Bourgeois died Monday in St. Rita Hospital, Sydney. Born in French Cove, she is survived by her husband, Ernest: three daughters, Anita (Mrs. Robert Boucher), River Bourgeois; Irene (Mrs. Ivan Sampson), Ottawa; Bonnie (Mrs. Kevin Hurlburt), River Bourgeois; and four grandchildren. The body is in the vestry of St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, where the funeral will be held Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald June 1, 1976 LOWER L’ARDOISE — Jeffrey Simon Landry, 66, of Lower L’Ardoise died Sunday at the Victoria General Hospital, Halifax. Born in Lower L’Ardoise, he was a son of the late Pacian and Mary (Gracie) Landry. He is survived by his wife, the former Mildred Ellen Mc Grath; three sons, Thomas H., Lower L’Ardoise; George, Baden, Germany; Raymond, Sackville; one daughter, Shirley (Mrs. Camille Boulet), L’Ardoise; three sisters, Mrs. Evelyn Landry, Rockdale; Mrs. Genevieve Adamson, Lower L’Ardoise and Mrs. Jane McGrath, Bay Comeau, Que. The body is at the L’Ardoise Parish Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the L’Ardoise Community Centre, Rev. Clarence MacDonald officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Rhursday Apr 28, 1966 Janvrin Harbour - Mrs. Anastia Fougere, 92, died Sunday at her son's home in Janvrin Harbour. She is survived by four sons, Amedy, and William, Janvrin Harbour; Ralph, Spryfield; Albany, of Francois, Nfld.; three daughters, Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Beals, Moncton; Mrs. Harry Atkins, New York City; 42 grandchildren, 97 great grandchildren and 14 great great grandchildren.

Chronicle Herald Monday Jan 3, 1977 Mrs. Thomas Levi Forgeron, 66, 6443 Almon Street, Halifax, died Friday at the Victoria General Hospital. Born in Louisdale, she was the former Agatha Mary Lowery, a daughter of the late Joseph and Virginia (Sampson) Lowery. She is survived by her husband; two daughters, Joan (Mrs. Charles Uzupris), Kent, England; Eunice (Mrs. Daniel Westhaver), Beaverbank; two sons, Philip, Dartmouth; Stanley, at home; four sisters, Helen (Mrs. Isaac Chapman, Rose (Mrs. Lawrence Aucoin), Clemence (Mrs. C. Westall), and Mary, all of Halifax; one brother, Bennie, Halifax; five grandchildren. She was predeceased by one sister, Gertrude and three brothers, Joseph, Lawrence and Docity. The body is St Snow’s Funeral Home, Halifax. Funeral mass will be held today at 9 a.m., St. Theresa’s Church. Interment will be in Gate of Heaven cemetery. in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Heart Foundation.

Chronicle Herald Friday Mar 7, 1986 Paul B. von Syberg, 68, of 1328 Birmingham Street, Halifax, died Wednesday at home. Born in Halifax, he was the son of the late Albert P. and Mary Elizabeth (Boucher) Syberg. He was retired from the department of supply and services, superannuation division. He is survived by his wife, the former Carol Moulton, a sister, Mary (Mrs. H.D. Urquhart), Ottawa and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, Albert and John. The body is in Cruikshank’s Funeral Home, Halifax. Funeral service will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Mary’s Basilica, Halifax, Archbishop James M. Hayes officiating. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Nova Scotia Heart Foundation.

Chronicle Herald Monday Apr 30, 1984 ST PETER’S — Margaret Ann MacDonald, 45, of St. Peter’s, died Saturday in Strait Richmond Hospital. Born in St. Peter’s, she was a daughter of Jessie (Morrison) and the late John Alex MacDonald. Surviving are three brothers, John Dan, Douglas and Robert, all of St. Peter’s; four sisters, Lovey (Mrs. William Smith), Sydney; Dolly (Mrs. Lin Carter) and Joyce (Mrs. Dwight Carter), both of St. Peter’s; Diane (Mrs. Cecil Cogswell), Evanston; several nieces and nephews. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Monday in St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, St. Peter’s, Rev. Gerald Dunphy officiating. The body will be cremated, with burial at a later date.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday May 2, 1978 ANNAPOLIS ROYAL — Peter Francis Sampson, 56, of Annapolis Royal, died Monday in the Annapolis General Hospital. Born in Havre Boucher, Antigonish County, he was a son of the late Freeman and Mary Sampson. He is a veteran of the Second World War and a member of Port Royal, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 21. Surviving. are his wife, the former Olga Stevenson; four sisters, Mary (Mrs. Douglas Major), Teresa (Mrs. Louis Norman), both of Halifax; Margaret (Mrs. Lawrence Stoddard), Dartmouth, Celina (Mrs. Georgie Raymond), both of Havre Boucher; a brother William, Havre Boucher; several nieces and nephews. The body is at Dargies Funeral Home, Annapolis Royal, Funeral will be Thursday at 10 a.m. from St. Louis Church, Rev Ernest Sweeney officiating. Burial will be in the Woodlawn cemetery, Annapolis Royal. In lieu of flowers, donations my be made to Annapolis General Hospital.

Chronicle Herald Monday July 20, 1992 SAMPSON, Robert Herbert (Herb) — 66, Falmouth, Hants County, died July 15, 1992, at home. Born in Martock, Hants County, he was a son of the Robert Herbert and Beatnce (Isnor) Sampson. He was a long-time landscaper by trade. He is survived by four daughters, Nancy Lee, Debbie, both of Niagara Falls, Ont.; Nancy Ann (Mrs. Roddie Caldwell), Summerville, Hants County; Rose, Windsor; four sons, Dale, Dennis, both of Edmonton, Alta.; Perry, Upper Vaughan, Hants County; Roger, Three Mile Plains, Hants County; two sisters, Bertha, New Ross; Dorothy, Surrey, B.C.; Martin, Windsor Forks; 10 grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers in infancy. Funeral will be 2 p.m. today in Windsor Baptist Church, Rev. Don Ehler officiating. Burial will be in Maplewood Cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday Mar 7, 1989 ROGERS, Bernard Ambrose — 79, Halifax, died Monday at the Victoria General Hospital. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late Daniel and Annie (Kelly) Rogers. He was a retired member of the Halifax Police Department. He served in the department for 29 years. He formerly owned and operated Fenwick Grocery for a number of years. He is survived by his wife, the former Margaret MacKenzie; four daughters, Norma (Mrs. Robert Findlay), Unionville, Ont.; Carol, Gail, Coleen, all at home; two sons, Bernie, Halifax; Gary, Waverly; two sisters, Mrs. Rita MacLaughlin, Mrs. Annie Sullivan; two brothers, Clarence, Basil; eight grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers, John, Danny. The body is in Snow's Funeral Home, visiting 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. Funeral will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, Canadian Martyrs Roman Catholic Church. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Donations may be made to any charity.

Chronicle Herald Monday Sept 22, 1986 John Bernard MacKenzie, 80, Halifax, died Sunday at home. Born in St. Peter’s, Richmond County, he was a son the late Norman and Henrietta (Bushie) MacKenzie. He was employed at Halifax Dockyard in the fire control department retiring in 1971 after 21 years’ service. He was a member of the Halifax Resolute Club. He is survived by a son, Roderick, Halifax; a brother, Roderick, St. Peter’s; two sisters, Mrs. Mary McIvor, St. Peter’s; Margaret (Mrs. Bernard Rogers), Halifax. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Faith Dora Fillatre; a brother, Charles; two sisters, Bessie and Helen. The body is Cruikshank's Halifax Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Mary’s Basilica. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Donations may be made to the Nova Scotia Heart Foundation.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday Mar 11, 1986 ARICHAT — Leo Joseph Gallant, 73, Arichat, Richmond County, died Saturday in Halifax Infirmary. Born in Tignish, P.E.I., he was the son of the late John and Mary (Chaisson) Gallant. He was a member of Lawrence Cavanagh Council #4607 and a very active member of Alcoholics Anonymous. He is survived by his wife, the former Mary Stella Gallant; two daughters, Agnes (Mrs. Leo Gaudet), Tignish; Mrs. Carol Gallant, Halifax; four sons, Edgar, Petit de Grat; Arthur, Poulamon, Brian, Canso; David, Arichat; a sister, Mrs. Alice Gaudet, Tignish; nine grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Leo Jr.; a sister, Ermine; two brothers, Alyre and Emile. The body is in Our Lady of Assumption Church, Arichat, where funeral mass will be held 3:30 p.m. today, Rev. Hugh MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery at a later date. Donations may be made to St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat.

Chronicle Herald Friday Sept 19, 1986 Mary Ann Supple, 76, Halifax, died Wednesday in Park Haven Extendicare. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Clem and Mary (Pottie) Muise. She was a member of St. Mary's Basilica Roman Catholic Church, Halifax. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by four sons, Len, Halifax; Ernest, Aylesford; Allan, Lower Sackville; David, Herring Cove; four daughters, Vivian (Mrs. Roy Burns), Mildred and Joan (Mrs. Ed Hollier), all of Lower Sackville, Shirley (Mrs. Robert Longaphy), Halifax; 18 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Leo Arthur (Cookie); a brother, Henry George; a sister, Sophie; two grandchildren. The body is in Snow's Funeral Home, Halifax. Funeral mass will be 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Mary's Basilica, Halifax. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Thursday May 8, 1986 St. Peter's - Joseph Omar Savoie, 78, St. Peter's, died Tuesday in Richmond Villa, St. Peter's. Bornin Lower Neguac, N.B., he was a son of the late Vincent and Mary (Cormier) Savoie. He is survived by his wife, the former Mary Margaret Sampson; three sons, William, Soldier's Cove; John, St. Peter's; Raymond, Petawawa, Ont.; six daughters (Georgina (Mrs. Don MacDonald), Soldier's Cove; Mary Claire (Mrs. Hubert MacRae), Sydney; Caren (Mrs. William Robertson), Bramalea, Ont., Wilma (Mrs. Charles Martell), Rockdale; Josephine (Mrs. Wayne LeRue), St. Peter's; Valerie (Mrs. Michael George), Evanston; three brother, Norman, Wilfred and Andrew. He was predeceased by two brothers and a sister. The body is in Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Friday in St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Gerald Dunphy officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday May 29, 1990 MARTIN, Nancy Madeline Theresa - 55, Dartmouth, died Sunday at Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Isaac and Nancy (Barron) Briand. She s survived by her husband, John (Jack); four daughters, Nancy (Mrs. Daniel Fortune), Lynn (Mrs. Richard MacDougall), Mary Jane Martin, all of Dartmouth; Catherine (Mrs. Darrel Roddick), Bowmanville, Ont.; a son, John, Dartmouth; five brothers, Joseph, George, Isaac, Daniel, all of Halifax; Elias, Kitchener, Ont.; seven grandchildren. She was predeceased by one sister, Mary Zinn; two brothers, James, George. The body is in A.L. Mattatall Funeral Home, Dartmouth, visiting 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today. Funeral will be Tuesday at St. Peters Church, Dartmouth. Burial will be in Dartmouth Memorial Gardens. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or Nova Scotia Heart Fund.

Chronicle Herald Monday Sept 22, 1986 HAVRE BOUCHER — George Matthew Latimer, 83, Havre Boucher, Antigonish County, formerly of Arichat, died Sunday in St. Martha’s Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Arichat, he was a son of the late Soloman and Christine (Holmes) Latimer. He is survived by three sons, Gordon, Tatamagouche; John, Havre Boucher; Billy, St. Peter’s; three daughters, Christine (Mrs. Vincent Boudreau), Petit de Grat; Claire (Mrs. Buddy Hull), Tezada Island, B.C.; Emily (Mrs. Clarence Calder), St. Georges Channel, two sisters, Mamie MacDonald, and Sadie Latimer, both of Louisdale; 34 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Boudreau; two brothers, Charles and Harry; a sister, Janie. The body is in St. John Anglican Church, Arichat, where funeral service will be 4:30 p.m. Tuesday. Burial will be in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Nova Scotia Heart Foundation or St. John Anglican Church fund.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday Dec 30, 1970 MRS. HELENA VICTORIA BRIAND, of Ottawa, formerly of Halifax, widow of Alexander, was buried in the cemetery of St. Bernard’s Church, Ottawa, following funeral service. Born at Arichat, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Porrier. She is survived by three daughters, Eleanor (Mrs. Thomas Clarkson), Ottawa; Linda (Mrs. Paul S. Copp), Victoria, B.C.; Geraldine, Halifax; four grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.

Chronicle Herald May 28, 1990 DEWOLFE, Marie — St. Peter’s, Richmond County, died May 25 at home. Born in River Bourgeois, she was a daughter of the late Isaac and Lettie (Jessome) Burke. She is survived by her husband, Vincent; two sons, Richard, Porters Lake; Wayne, St. Peter’s; two daughters, Gail (Mrs. Ron Boudreau), St. Peter’s; Carol, Dartmouth; five sisters, Anne (Mrs. Gordon Williams), Ottawa; Nora (Mrs. Alfred Cameron), Josephine (Mrs. Arthur Morrison), both of River Bourgeois; Ruth (Mrs. Leslie Shupe), Dartmouth; Naomi (Mrs. Willard Fougere), Poulamond; five grandchildren. The body is in St. John the Baptist Church Vestry, River Bourgeois, where funeral will be 10 a.m. Monday, Rev. Hugh D. MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Monday Jan 31, 2000 BRIAND Joseph — 76, Halifax, died January 28, 2000 in Gordon B. Isnor Manor, Halifax. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late Isaac and Nancy (Barron) Briand. He was one of a trio of brothers, Private Elias, Trooper George and Private Joseph Briand, who served overseas in the Second World War. He served with the Armoured Corps, crossed to Francs on D-Day and returned in January 1942. He served for over two years in the Merchant Navy before joining the Canadian Army, all before he turned 22 years. Surviving are brothers, George H., Halifax, Daniel, Dartmouth; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters, Mary Zinn, Nancy Martin; brothers, James, Frank, Elias. Cremation has taken place. Private memorial service and burial at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to T.K. Barnard Funeral Home, 3460 Dutch Village Road, Halifax.

Chronicle Herald Monday May 19, 1969 William Francis Landry, 74, died Saturday at Saint Vincent's Guest House, Windsor Street, Halifax. Born in River Bourgeois, he was the son of the late Margaret (Fougere) and Edmond Landry. He is survived by three sisters, Annie (Mrs. Isaac Dugas), Halifax; Agnes (Mrs. Alec Boucher), Beatrice (Mrs. Charles P. Landry), both of River Bourgeois; three sons, Lawrence, Purcell's Cove; Kenneth and Basil of Halifax; three daughters, Millie (Mrs. Thomas Hare), Halifax; Mabel (Mrs. Thomas Martin), Beaver Bank; Vivian (Mrs. Alfred Thibeault), Spryfield; and 16 grandchildren. His wife Edith, died in 1963. The body is at Cruickshank's Funeral Home, Robie Street. Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Cecilia's Church, Purcell's Cove, Tuesday at 2 p.m., Rt. Rev. J.H. Durney and Rev. J.I. Casey officiating. Interment will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Friday June 24, 1983 BOYLESTON — Mrs. Anna Mae Izzard, 50, Boyleston, died Thursday in Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in Little Dover, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Sampson) Horne. She is survived by her husband, Ralph; a daughter, Marina (Mrs. Martin Reddick), Antigonish; three sons, Ralph, Antigonish; Ernest and Horatio, both at home, a sister, Lena (Mrs. Kingston Myers), Antigonish; a stepsister, Alma (Mrs. Lester Horne), Canso; three brothers, Lester, Canso; Charles, Liscomb; Joseph, Westville; and three grandchildren. She was predeceased by two brothers. The body is in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Guysborough. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Monday in St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Boyleston, Rev. William Bishop officiating, with burial in the church cemetery.

Cape Breton Post Wednesday Nov 29, 1972 SGT. P. (LUBIN) BOUDREAU - The death of Sgt. P.L. (Lubie) Boudreau, of 9 Windsor St., West Riverview, Moncton, NB., occurred Wednesday, Nov. 22, 1972, at the Moncton Hospital following a sudden seizure. He was 45 years of age. Born in New Waterford, N.S., he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Boudreau (nee Caroline Chiasson). He served as Sgt. the Canadian Armed Forces (Fire Dept.) at C.F. Base, Moncton, having served 18 years at various postings. He is survived by his wife, Lillian; one sister, Mrs. Arthur Ross (Isabel), of New Waterford; his step mother, Mrs. Anita Boudreau, Burlington, Ont.: two half sisters, Mrs. Robert Marsh (Sheila), Burlington, Ont.; Mrs. Alex Arsenault (Irene), Oromocto, N.B.; six half brothers, Michael and Charles Jr., of New Waterford; John, Joseph, Robert and Raymond, of Milton, Ont. Funeral services were held from St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, Halifax, with full military honors. Interment was in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Thursday Mar 21, 1991 LANDRY Mabel Lina — 90, Marie Hill Rest Home, West Bay, formerly of Poirierville, Richmond County, died Sunday in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Poirierville, she was a daughter of the Late Amable and Eliza (Bona) Petitpas. She is survived by two sisters, Edith Petitpas, Dundee; Sister Sadie Petitpas, Sydney; two brothers, Godfrey, Dundee; Andrew, Prince Edward Island. She was predeceased by her husband, Felix; a sister, Mary; four brothers, Willard, Francis, Dominique, Stanley. Funeral service was held from St. Hyacinth Church, D’Escousse, officiated by Rev J. J. MacDonald. Burial will be in the spring. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or St. Hyacinth Cemetery Fund.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday July 15, 1981 Christopher Jacques Landry, 8, of Louisdale and West Arichat, was buried Monday at Louisdale following funeral mass in St. Louis Church. Wake was in Immaculate Conception Church, West Arichat. He died Saturday in Palmeter's Nursing Home, Kentville. Born in Louisdale, he was a son of Debbie MacNeil of Dartmouth and Arthur Landry, Louisdale. Besides his parents, he is survived by his sister, Nicole, Dartmouth; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe MacNeil, West Arichat; maternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Mary MacPherson, paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond MacNeil, and paternal great-great-grandmother, Mrs. Minnie Burke, all of New Waterford; and several aunts and uncles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Terry Fox Marathon of Hope.

Chronicle Herald Friday December 27, 1985 MILL CREEK — Mrs. Ella G. Landry, 83, of Mill Creek, Cape Breton County, formerly of Alder Point, died Thursday at home. Born in Alder Point, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Mary (Martin) Devoe. She was a member of the United Church of Florence. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Margaret Moore, Point Aconi; a son, Donald, Montreal; a sister, Martha Campbell, New Victoria; two brothers, Walter, Sydney Mines; Dan, Toronto; a number of grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. She was predeceased by her husband, Norman; a daughter, Frances (Mrs. Philip Macintyre); a brother, Raymond. The body is in Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, Sydney Mines, where the funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Rev. R. Breuleigh officiating. Burial will be in Point Aconi Cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday October 03, 1972 LOUISDALE — Ernest Landry, 73, of Louisdale, was buried following funeral services there recently. He is survived by six sons; Ernest, Neri, Jimmy, Rudolph, Arthur and Conrad, all of Louisdale; and a daughter, Barbara (Mrs. Aloysius Sampson), also of Louisdale. He was predeceased by his wife and a son.

Chronicle Herald Friday June 24, 1983 LOUISDALE, Richmond County — Margaret Maud Landry, 72, of Louisdale died Wednesday at home. Born in Louisdale, she was a daughter of the late Helaire J. and Harriet Ann (Linden) Sampson. She was an active member of St. Louis Parish CWL. She is survived by her husband Harry; three daughters, Lorraine (Mrs. James Bowden), Louisdale; Alvina (Mrs. Leonard Sampson), Lower South River; Helen Maynard, Louisdale a son Quinten, Toronto; two step-daughters, Eileen (Mrs. Godfrey Marchand) and Rita (Mrs. Fred Brewer), both of Louisdale; four step- sons, Melvin, Cletus and Edwin, all of Louisdale; Vincent, Toronto; 22 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband, William LeLievre, and a son William Jr. The body is In the home of her daughter, Mrs. James Bowden, Louisdale. Funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Louis Church, Louisdale, 10 a.m. Saturday, Rev. Bernie MacNeil officiating, with burial in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or St. Louis Funeral Home.

Chronicle Herald Friday Nov 23, 1990 LANDRY, James Douglas — 65, Toronto, formerly of New Glasgow, died Wednesday in Toronto. Born in New Glasgow, he was a son of the late Peter and Clementine (MacDonald) Landry. He was a veteran of the Second World War. He is survived by his wife, the former Theresa Condon; a daughter, Mary Frances, Toronto; three sisters, Mary (Mrs. William Scully), Massachusetts; Agnes Fraser, Toronto; Harriet (Mrs. Francis Campbell), Westville; three brothers, Peter, Joseph, both of Trenton; John, P.E.I. He was predeceased by two brothers, Stephen, Maynard. The body Is in R. H. Porter Funeral Home, Trenton, visiting after 1 p.m. today. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Saturday in Christ the King Roman Catholic Church. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Friday March 20, 1992 LANDRY, Mary Alma — 96, Louisdale, died Thursday in St. Martha’s Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Louisdale, she was a daughter of the late Hector and Judith (Sampson) Landry. She was a member of St. Louis CWL. She is survived by two sons, James Poirier, Louisdale; Arthur Poirier, Halifax; 10 grandchildren; 10 great- grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her first husband, Colin Poirier, her second husband, Wilfred Landry: a son, Ernest Poirier; two sisters, Barbara Ann, Artemise; three brothers, Ernest, George, Arthur. The body is in Glen Sampson Memorial Room, Louisdale, visiting 2-4, 7-10 p.m. today, 12-1:30 p.m. Saturday. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday in St. Louis Church, Louisdale, Rev. Syd Mifflen officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery. Donations may be made to St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat.

Chronicle Herald Saturday December 24, 1988 LANDRY, Gladys Muriel — 86, Lynn, Mass., died Wednesday in a Lynn hospital. She was a daughter of the late Charles and Emily (Oakley) Nicholson, formerly of Armdale. She Is survived by her husband, Joseph; a daughter, Evelyn, Gloucester, Mass.; a son, Gerald, Rawley, Mass.; a sister, Edna (Mrs. Abe Landry), Halifax; nine grandchildren; six great grandchildren. She was predeceased by four sisters, Hattie, Nellie, Myrtle and Elizabeth; three brothers, George, Ernest and Charles. The body has been cremated. Memorial service will be at a later date.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday September 21, 1988 LANDRY, Luke Gerard — 42, Arichat, Richmond County, died Sunday in the Victoria General Hospital, Halifax. Born in Arichat, he was a son of Charles James and Mary Rita (Samson) Landry. He is survived by three sisters, Ann (Mrs. Richard Acton), Arichat; Claudette (Mrs. Frank Carmichael) and Donna Landry, both of Halifax; four brothers, Armand and Thomas, both of Arichat; Adrian, Halifax; Guy, Petit de Grat. The body is in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat, visiting 2-4 p.m. and 7-10 p.m. today. Funeral service will be 3:30 p.m. Thursday in St. Joseph’s Church, Petit do Grat. Burial will be in Star of the Sea Cemetery, Petit de Grat.

Chronicle Herald Saturday Apr 5, 1980 Louisdale - Joseph Felix Landry, 81, of Louisdale, died Friday in St. Martha's Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Louisdale, he was the son of the late Henry and Lucy (Sampson) Landry. He was a carpenter for most of his life. Surviving are three sons, Benny, Narcisse and Clarence, all of Louisdale; three daughters, Amelia (Mrs. Laurence Marchand) and Viola (Mrs. Jim Landry), both of Louisdale; Arthanse (Mrs. Ned Landry), Edmonton; two brother, Desire and Harry; a sister, Evangeline, All of Louisdale; 20 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Helen Marchand; four sisters, Laura (Mrs. Miller Marchand), Melvina (Mrs. Ernest Marchand), Clara (Mrs. Walter Boudreau) and Sabine Rose (Mrs. Alcide Sampson); and a brother, Jimmy. The body is at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Laurence W. Marchand, Louisdale. A requiem Mass will be celebrated in St. Louis Church, Louisdale, at 10 a.m. Monday, Rev. MacNeil officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Strait Area Hospital Fund.

Chronicle Herald Monday Dec 24, 1973 Enfield - Clement Charles Muise, 89, of Enfield, formerly of Halifax, died Sunday in Colchester Hospital, Truro. He was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Muise. He is survived by two daughters, Mary (Mrs. Leo A. Supple), Halifax; Mrs. Sophie Lightle, Enfield; a son Henry, Oldham; 26 grandchildren and 56 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Mary (Pottie), and his second wife, Mary (Adams). The body is at Snow's Funeral Home, Halifax. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Mary's Basilica, Halifax. Rev. Gordon MacLean will officiate. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Sackville.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday Dec 12, 1979 D’ESCOUSSE — Funeral services were held Saturday at St. Hyacinth Church, D'Escousse, Cape Breton, for Albert Leonard Pertus, 90, of D’Escousse. Burial was in the church cemetery. Born in Poulamon, Cape Breton, he was the son of the late Alfred and Suzanne (Herbert) Pertus. He was a member of St. Hyacinth Church and a third-degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He spent many years as a sea captain. Surviving are one son, John Wilfred, Halifax; three daughters, Loretta (Mrs. Alex Keith), Brooklyn; Susan (Mrs. Cyril Murphy), D’Escousse; Jeanetta (Mrs. Charles Hilchie), Fall River; one brother, Alva, D’Escousse; two sisters, Leontine (Mrs. Edward Poirier), D’Escousse; and Melina (Mrs. Bert Pettipas), Florida; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Florence Doyle; one son, Timmothy Alphonse; one brother, Alphonse; one sister, Cecil (Mrs. Edward Landry).

Chronicle Herald Thursday Dec 18, 1986 DESCOUSSE — Anita Mary Poirier, 90, D’Escousse, Richmond County, died Monday in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Poulamon, she was a daughter of the late Louis and Alexina (Hebert) Pertus. She was a member of the D'Escousse Civic Improvement Society and a former organist for St. Hyacinth Church. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Thelma Poan, at home; Claire (Mrs. Wilfred Baccardax), Halifax; three sons, Norman, Ontario; Russell and Claude, both of D’Escousse; a sister, Mrs. Evelyn Boudreau, Sydney; two brothers, Albert and Francis, both of Sydney; 12 grandchildren, four great- grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Lauchlin Isador, a sister, MarcelIina MacDonald; a brother Remi; a grandchild. The body is in St. Hyacinth Church, D'Escousse, where funeral service will be 2:30 p.m. Friday, Rev. Allan MacMullen officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Hyacinth Cemetery fund or any charity.

Chronicle Herald Thursday Jan 25, 1979 Mrs. Mary LeBlanc, 77 of 26 Maple Street, died Tuesday in Victoria General Hospital. Born in Magdalen Islands, she was a daughter of the late Joacim and Emily (Cheverie)[sic: Jomphe] Chaisson. Surviving are a son Raymond, Dartmouth; five daughters, Lena (Mrs. Leon Boudreau), Porter’s Lake; Mary (Mrs. Burrette MacCallum), Ottawa; Gladys (Mrs. Eldon Bradley), Stella (Mrs. Calvin MacLeod), both of Dartmouth; Bernice (Mrs. Elmer Young),Halifax; a brother Antoine, Montreal; three sisters Alceda (Mrs. Willie Arsenault), Julia (Mrs. Maurice LaPierre), both of Magdalen islands; Annie (Mrs. Albert Boudreau), Montreal; 34 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Paul, three brothers and a sister. The body is at Dartmouth Funeral Home. Funeral mass will be Friday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter’s Church, Rev John R. Campbell officiating. Burial will be in Dartmouth Memorial Gardens.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday June 29, 1982 Thomas R. Martin, of Beaverbank Road, Lower Sackville, died Sunday in the Halifax Infirmary. Born in Halifax, he was son of Mary (Cameron) Martin and the late Peter C. Martin. He was a veteran of the Second World War and for many years was an employee of Payzant Building Products and MacCulloch Buildall of Lower Sackville. He is survived by his wife, the former Mabel Landry; a daughter Patricia (Mrs. Mark Bayne) and two sons, Gregory and Glenn, all of Lower Sackville; two sisters, Mrs. Thomas Mclsaac, Glace Bay, and Mrs. A. T. Ball, Halifax; a brother Peter, Hamilton, Ont., and a grandaughter. He was predeceased by a sister, Mrs. Hugh McDermid, and two brothers, Garfield and Cameron. The body is in R. D. Lindsay’s Funeral Home, Bedford, where the funeral will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Rev. Gordon Cann officiating, with burial In Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Lower Sackville.

Chronicle Herald Saturday June 19 1982 POIRIERVILLE — Louise Jane Poirier, 75, of Poirierville died Wednesday in St. Martha’s Hospital. Born in Poirierville, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary (Poirier) Bonin. She is survived by a daughter Kathleen (Mrs. Tony Benoit), Pomquet; five sisters, Lena (Mrs. Michael Pouchlu) and Viola (Mrs. Malcolm Poirier), both of Sydney; Alma (Mrs. Paschal Landry), Poirierville; Lily (Mrs. Wilfred Landry), D’Escousse; Cecile (Mrs. Rupert Sievert), Dartmouth; two brothers, Hubert, Halifax; John, Terrence Bay, and two granddaughters. She was predeceased by her husband Docitee and two sisters, Eva and Marceline. The body will be waked in D’Escousse, where the funeral mass will be held in St. Hyacinthe Church today at 10 a.m., with burial in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Monday Dec 10, 1990 MacNEIL, Patrick Joseph — 72, St. Peter’s, died Friday at Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Hay Cove, he was a son of the late Michael and Mary Ann (MacNeil) MacNeil. He is survived by his wife, the former Harriet Bouchard, a son James; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, John Dan. The body is at Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter’s. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, St. Peters Catholic Church, Rev. Alex MacLellan officiating. Burial in parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Monday April 26, 1982 GRANDE GREVE — Mrs. Elizabeth FIaherty, 73, of Grande Greve, Richmond County, died Sunday in Strait Richmond Hospital, Cleveland. Surviving are two daughters, Margaret (Mrs. William MacNeil), St. Peter’s, and Lexina (Mrs. Louis Groom,) Halifax; four sons, James, Grande Greve; Johnny, Mabou; Richard, Toronto, and D. H., Sydney; a brother Johnny Maher, Grande Greve; seven grandchildren and a great-grandchild. The body is in Morrison's Funeral Home, St. Peter’s. Funeral will be Wednesday in St. Peters Roman Catholic Church, with burial in parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Monday Dec 24, 1973 SYDNEY - Frederick A. Boudreau, 72, Sydney, died Saturday in St. Rita Hospital. Born in Poulamon, he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Theo Boudreau. Surviving besides his wife, the former Evelyn Boudreau, are three daughters, Betty (Mrs. Michael Kennedy), Sydney; Phyllis (Mrs. Bernard Lind), Halifax; Sylvia (Mrs. Bobby Leyte), Sydney; a son, Fred, Sydney; six grandchildren. The body is at the T. W. Curry Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will be held 9 a.m. today in Sacred Heart Church, Rev. J. Campbell will officiate. Burial will be in Resurrection cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday July 7, 1982 OAKVILLE, ONT. — Funeral for Mrs. Joan Marie Fougere, 38, of Oakville, Ont., formerly of Antigonish County, was held June 24, in St. Michael’s Church, Oakville. She died June 20 in Toronto General Hospital. Born in Antigonish, she was a daughter of Joseph and Clara (Bowie) Levangie, Frankville, Antigonish County. She is survived by her husband William; two sons, Melvin and Bradley, both at home; three brothers, Maxim, Frankville; John and Stephen, both of Halifax; seven sisters, Anne Carter, Dartmouth; Vera Arsenault, Summerside; Leona DeCoste, Toronto; Monica Currie and Judy Boucher, both of Havre Boucher; Regina Sampson, Lower Sackville; Bonnie Levangie, Frankville; a maternal grandmother, Mrs. Johannna Bowie, Havre Boucher. Burial took place in St. Jude’s Cemetery, Oakville, Ont.

Cape Breton Post Tuesday Mar 15, 1994 Charles Peter Mombourquette, 90, a resident of Harbourview Hospital, Sydney Mines, died Monday, March 14, 1994, at the hospital. Born in L’Ardoise[sic], he was a son of the late Peter and Elizabeth (Fougere) Mombourquette. Mr. Mombourquette was employed at the Sydney Steel Corporation before and after the Second World War. He served during Second World War with the Royal Canadian Army. He was a life member of the Royal Canadian Legion. Mr. Mombourquette will be remembered by the members of North Sydney, Sydney Mines and Westmount legions as well as friends at the Westmount and North Sydney yacht clubs. Mr. Mombourquette is survived by a son, Maurice, Calgary, Alta.; two daughters, Junia (Mrs. Jim Spencer), Cochrane, Alta., Lillian (Mrs. Basil Dunphy), Lantana, Fla.; son-in-law, Bernard Amey, North Sydney. Also surviving is one brother, two sisters, 16 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Eleanor Whiggett in 1986; a daughter, Clara Amey in 1974 and a son in infancy. The late Mr. Mombourquette will be in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home today from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday from the funeral home chapel with Rev. Victor MacLeod officiating. Cremation to follow.

Chronicle Herald Saturday Aug 28, 1982 NEW WATERFORD — Sister Agnes Walker, of St. Agnes Convent, New Waterford, died Friday in Mount Saint Vincent Motherhouse, after a lengthy illness. Born in Hilcrest, Alta., she was a daughter of the late Donald John and Virginia (McNeil) Walker. She was the former Sister Mary Dunstan. She received her early education in Cape Breton where her parents settled. She entered the Sisters of Charity in 1930 and made her religious profession In 1933. During her 49 years in the Congregation, she taught in Cape Breton schools in Glace Bay, New Aberdeen, North Sydney and New Waterford and served in various parish activities. She also taught in Hamilton, Bermuda, for six years. She retired from teaching in 1974 but continued to minister in the local parishes in New Waterford. Because of ill health she came to the Motherhouse in January, 1982. She is survived by three sisters, Sister Maria Agatha, Sisters of Charity, North Sydney; Margaret, New Waterford, and Mrs. Mary Catherine (Bona) Barry, Antigonish; and a brother, Alexander, Shelburne. She was predeceased by a sister, Sister Dorothy Clare of the Sisters of Charity, and a brother, Donald. The body is in Mount Saint Vincent Motherhouse, where funeral mass will be held 10 a.m. Monday, Rev. John Barry and Rev. E. F. McCarthy officiating, with burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville.

Chronicle Herald Thursday Aug 26, 1982 RIVER BOURGEOIS— Mrs. Letty Burke, 84, of River Bourgeois, Richmond County, died Tuesday at the home of her daughter, Josephine, in River Tillard. She was the former Willetta Jessome of Low Point. She is survived by six daughters, Marie (Mrs. Vincent DeWolfe), River Tillard; Anne (Mrs. Gordon Williams), Ottawa; Nora (Mrs. Alfred Cameron), River Bourgeois; Ruth (Mrs. Leslie Shupe), Dartmouth; Naomi (Mrs. Willard Fougere), Poulamon, and Josephine (Mrs. Arthur Morrison), River Tillard; 16 grandchildren and six great- grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Isaac, four sisters and a brother. The body is in the vestry of St. John The Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, where funeral will be held 10 a.m. Friday, Rev. J. J. MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Friday July 2, 1982 D’ESCOUSSE — Mary Genevieve Bowen, 89, of D’Escousse died Thursday in St. Ann’s Community Health Care Centre, Arichat. Born in Pondville, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Bridgett (O’Hearn) McGrath. She was the last surviving member of immediate family. She is survived by four daughters, Edna and Helen, both of Rocky Bay; Margaret, Sudbury, Ont.; Clara, D’Escousse; five sons, Alphonse and William, both of Rocky Bay; Hilary and Amadee, both of Arichat; Harold, Rexdale, Ont.; 50 grandchildren and 44 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by two daughters, Alexandriene and Theresa, and two sons, Thomas Jr. and Gerald. The body is in St. Hyacinth Church, D’Escousse, where the funeral will be 3 p.m. Sunday, Rev. Claude Richard officiating, with burial in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Ann’s Community Health Care Centre, Arichat.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday Feb 17, 1976 Henry Poirier, 76, of Louisbourg died early Monday in St. Rita Hospital after a long illness. He was a former resident of Alexandra Street, Sydney and was a steelworker at the local plant. He retired 12 years ago. Twice married, he was predeceased by his first wife, Josephine, in 1968. Besides his second wife, the former Evelyn Burke, Mr. Poirier is survived by a step daughter Irene (Mrs. Charles Thompson), Great Village, N.S., a foster daughter, Jacqueline, Markham, Ont., and a foster son, Alex, in Sydney, also three grandchildren. He was predeceased by one stepdaughter, Mrs. Alice Miller. His body rests at W. A. Chant’s Funeral Home in Louisbourg. The funeral will be held Wednesday with ma at 10:00 a.m. at Stella Maris Church. Interment will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Friday Oct 31, 1975 Pomquet - Edward A. Venedam, 94, died Wednesday in St. Martha's Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Arichat, he was a son of Antoine and Zabin (Landry) Venedam. He is survived by four daughters, Marion (Mrs. James MacNeil), Antigonish; Mary (Mrs. William Avery), Sudbury, Ont.; Margaret (Mrs. Louis Doiron) and Leona (Mrs. Joseph MacDonald), both of Pomquet; five sons, George, Sudbury; Leo, Clarence, Rudolph, and John, all of Pomquet; two sisters, Mrs. Julia Doiron, Pomquet; Mrs. Emma Jane Bouchie, Cambridge, Mass.; one brother, Joseph, Pomquet; 36 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren. Thomas body is at Curry's Funeral Home, Antigonish. Funeral service will be held Saturday 10 a.m. in the Holy Cross Church, Pomquet. Burial in the church cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday Oct 7, 1987 MITCHELL, Mrs. Edith Meikle — 68, Westville Road, Pictou County, died Monday as the result of a car / pedestrian accident near her home. Born in Pictou, she was a daughter of the late William and Minnie Martell. She had lived on Westville Road for the past, eight years, having lived previously on Victoria Avenue, Stellarton. She was a member of Christ Anglican Church, Stellarton, and the church choir for more than 40 years. She was a member of Southern Cross Rebekah Lodge 3, Stellarton, Past Noble Grands Club, Westville, Heritage Group and Heritage Senior Choral Group. She was treasurer of Pictou County Council of Senior Citizens Clubs. She is survived by a son, Fred Meikle, Dartmouth; two grandchildren; a stepdaughter, Cheryl (Mrs. Woodbridge MacLean), Abercrombie; two stepsons, Kevin Mitchell, Kentville; Wade Mitchell, Halifax; three sisters, Olive (Mrs. Alphonse Maclnnis), Ottawa; Lee (Mrs. Derrik Stew) and Kaye (Mrs. Paul Anderson) both of Windsor, Ont.; a brother, Albert, Pictou. She was predeceased by her first husband, Fred Meikle; her second husband, Fred Mitchell; three brothers, Bill, Fred and Arthur. The body will be in H. C. MacOuarrie Funeral Home, Stellarton, with visiting 12-2 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. today. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Thursday in Christ Anglican Church, Stellarton, Rev. Calvin Russell officiating. Burial will be in the Church cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday June 29, 1982 WEST ARICHAT — Funeral was held Saturday for Joseph A. Fougere, 69, of West Arichat who died Thursday at home. Burial was in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, West Arichat. He is survived by his wife, the former Mary Violet Forgeron; two daughters. Sadie (Mrs. Paul Deveau), Dartmouth, and Janet (Mrs. Tom Samways), Halifax: four brothers, Gaston, West Arichat; Walter, Francis and Leonard, all of Halifax; five sisters, Alice (Mrs. Leo Forgeron), West Arichat; Mrs. Beatrice St. Laurent, Quebec; Mrs. Lena Hunter, Estelle (Mrs. George Clorey) and Laurett (Mrs. Paul Bona), all of Halifax; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Chronicle Herald Thursday Aug 31, 1967 Walter D. Boudreau, 77, Petit de Grat, was buried in St. Joseph's Church with Rev. John MacDonald officiating. Surviving are his wife; three daughters; Etta (Mrs. Lawrence Vincelette), Magog; Sara (Mrs. Patrick McNeil), Halifax, and Olive (Mrs. Adolphe Kehoe), Petit de Grat; seven sons, Raymond, Roy, Delmore, Peter, Joachim, Anthony and Omer, all of Petit de Grat; four sisters; Florence, Beatrice, and Violet, in the United States, and Martha, Petit de Grat.

Chronicle Herald Saturday Aug 28, 1982 Piercey[sic] S. Pettipas, 70, died Thursday in the Halifax Infirmary. Born in Halifax, he was the son of Melvina (Boudreau) and Joseph Pettipas. He was an employee of the Hotel Nova Scotian for 37 years. He is survived by his wife, the former Jean Weisman; two sons, Garnet, Fall River, and David, Lower Sackville, and a daughter, Melvina (Mattinson), Richmond, B.C. He was predeceased by a sister, Marjorie. The body will be cremated. A memorial service will be held at Pius X Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Nova Scotia Lung Association.

Cape Breton Post Thursday Sept 14, 1978 James Osborne Boudreau, 57, of 464 Prince St., died last evening at Sydney City Hospital. Born in Petit de Grat, Richmond County, he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Fred Boudreau. He was employed as a customs officer for 36 years. He was a member of St. Theresa's Parish. Besides his wife, the former Frances Poirier, he is survived by one daughter, Jane, at home; four sons, David and Joseph in Sydney, and Brian and Raymond, at home. Also surviving are two sisters, Ann, Boudreauville, Richmond County; Margaret (Mrs. Simon LeBlanc), Dartmouth; four brothers, Joseph, Stanley and Delore, all in Boudreauville, and Francis, D'Escousse. Two grandchildren also survive.

Cape Breton Post Tuesday Feb 8, 1988 Mrs. Ada Jean Sampson, 68, 27 Howe Street, Sydney, died Monday, February 8 at St. Rita Hospital. Born in Stoke- on-Trent, England, she was the daughter of the late John and Hannah Price. She was a veteran of World War II when she served in the transportation section of 431 Squadron, Royal Air Force. She was a member of Branch 12, Royal Canadian Legion and St. Joseph’s Parish. Besides her husband, William she is survived by two daughters, Jean (Mrs. Robert McCharles), Sandra (Mrs. Cyril MacDonald), Sydney; two sons, Robert, Sydney and Michael, Halifax She is also survived by two sisters, Dorothy (Mrs. Charles Chadwick) and Celia (Mrs. Norman Reeves), both of Stoke-on-Trent. She was predeceased by a daughter Kathleen. The body is resting in T. W. Curry Parkview Chapel. The funeral mass will be held in St. Joseph’s Church, Wednesday at 2 p.m. with Rev. Tom MacNeil officiating. Interment will be made in Resurrection Cemetery.

Cape Breton Post Mar 15, 1994 Martha Boudreau, 78, Ottawa, Ont., died peacefully in her sleep Saturday, March 12, 1994. She was born at D'Escousse and resided in Sydney for many years prior to taking up residence in Ottawa in 1961. Dearly loved mother of Everett, Donnie and Shirley. She is also survived by nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Harry. Cremation took place in Ottawa.

Chronicle Herald Monday Dec 31, 1990 ROWE, Edna Lavina — 92, Martinique, Richmond County, died Sunday in Strait Richmond Hospital Evanston. Born in Martinique, she was a daughter of the late Henry and Mary (George) Lelacheur. She was a member of St. John Anglican Church, Arichat. She is survived by five daughters, Marion (Mrs. Joseph Miles), Martinique; Mrs. Mildred Humphrey, Sydney; Betty (Mrs. Ronald Reese), Harrold, Ont.; Mrs. Jeanette Davies, Peterborough, Ont.; Margaret (Mrs. Donald McConagply), Fredericton; four sons, Albert, Halifax; Edwin, Windsor, Ont.; Melvin, Lower Sackville; Gordon, Martinique; 31 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Samuel; a daughter, Lillian; a sister, Josie; two brothers, Albert, Henry. The body is in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home. Arichat, visiting 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today. Funeral will be 11 a.m. Tuesday in St. John Anglican Church, Arichat, Rev John Clark officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Monday Mar 10, 1986 POMQUET — Leander Venedam, 87, of Pomquet, Antigonish County, died Sunday in St. Martha’s Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Pomquet, he was a son of the late Gerald and Mary (Deon) Venedam. He was a woodsman most of his life, and was a member of St. Croix Parish, Pomquet. He is survived by two sons, Joseph, Louisdale, Richmond County, and Arthur, Southside Harbour, Antigonish County; two sisters, Agnes, Southside Harbour, and Mrs. Amelia Ann Durant, Pomquet; two brothers; Fred, Pomquet, and Francis, Halifax; three grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Deon, an infant son, two sisters, Annie Jane and Mary, three brothers, Walter, Johnny and William. The body will be in Curry Bros. Funeral Home, Antigonish, after 7 p.m. today. Funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in St. Croix Church, Pomquet. Burial will be in the parish cemetery at a later date.

Chronicle Herald Mar 10, 1986 ARICHAT — Funeral was held Sunday in St. Joseph’s Church, Petit de Grat. for John Alexander Boudreau, 97, of Arichat, formerly of Petit de Grat, who died Friday in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Dover, Guysborough County, he was a son of the late Alexander and Marceline (Boudreau) Boudreau. He is survived by two daughters, Madonna (Mrs. Cletus Boudreau) and Veronica (Mrs. Felix Boudreau), and two sons, Gus and Clarence, all of Petit de Grat; 22 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by 10 children and a brother, Henry.

Chronicle Herald Saturday June 16, 1990 LINDEN, Artemise — 98, St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat, Richmond County, died Friday at home. Born in Louisdale, Richmond County, she was a daughter of the late Hector and Judith (Marchand) Landry. Formerly of Louisdale, she was a member of the Louisdale C.W.L. She is survived by four daughters, Mary (Mrs. Alphonse Marchand), Mrs. Rita Marchand, Dora (Mrs. Ambrose Linden), all of Louisdale; Edna (Mrs. Doug Forgeron) Halifax; a sister, Alma (Mrs. Wilfred Landry), Louisdale; 21 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandchild. She was predeceased by two husbands, James F. Samson, CharIes Linden; three brothers, Arthur, Ernest, George; a sister, Barbara Ann. The body is in Glen Samson Memorial Room, St. Louis Church, Louisdale, visiting 7-10 p.m. today, 10 a.m. -2:30 p.m. Sunday, where funeral will be held 3 p.m., Rev. John MacLeod officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Donations may be ma to St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre.

Chronicle Herald Friday Mar 24, 1978 FRENCH COVE —John Duncan Bray, 63, of French Cove, Rich. Co., died Wednesday at home. Born in Glencoe, Guysborough County, he was a son of the ate John and Catherine (MacDonald) Bray. Surviving are his wife, the former Elsie Mary Carter; a son, Jerry, three daughters, Lois, Nelda and Bella; a brother, Frank; three sisters; Mary, Bertha and Lillian. The body is at the Alex A Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peters. Funeral will be tomorrow at 10 a.m. in St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Joseph Lynch officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Wednesday June 10, 1970 Mrs. Michael Corbett, 56, of 45 Cameron Street, died yesterday morning in City of Sydney Hospital. The former Elsie Anne Mombourquette of L’Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Mombourquette. Besides her husband, Mrs. Corbett is survived by four daughters; Mary (Mrs. Frank Green), Greenwood, N.S., Genevieve (Mrs. George Patterson), Sudbury, Ont., Gladys (Mrs. Mike Mahalik), Toronto, and Bernadette (Mrs. Raymond Ryan), Germany; two sons, Joseph, with the R.C.N. in Halifax, and currently at sea, and Michael Jr, Sudbury, Ont.; four sisters, Mrs. Stephen Boone (Elizabeth), Mrs. Peter Fanning (Hazel) and Mrs. Leo Corbett (Gladys), all in Sydney, and Mrs. John Gillis (Matilda), Toronto; four brothers, Charley, Westmount, Frank and Lawrence in Sydney and Henry in Toronto. Her body rests at T. W. Curry’s Downtown Chapel, 390 George Street. Requiem mass will be celebrated in Holy Redeemer Church and interment will take place in Calvary cemetery. Time and date of the funeral to be announced later.

Chronicle Herald Saturday June 16, 1990 PRINGLE, Mary Catherine— 80, The Points, West Bay, died Thursday at home. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Alec and Christine (MacIntosh) MacIsaac. She was a member of Black River United Church and Women’s Institute and life-time member and past president of U.C.W. She is survived by her husband, Will; two daughters, Nadine (Mrs. Brian Fitzgerald), New Minas; Dawn (Rutherford) Pringle, Truro; six sons, Ron, at home; Don, Burlington, Ont., Al, Bill, both of Halifax; David, Port Hastings; Bruce, The Points; two sisters, Mrs. Hilda Morrison, St. Peter’s; Sister Ethel, Bethany House, Antigonish; a brother, Charles Kyte, St. Peter’s; 15 grandchildren. She was predeceased by two brothers, Edmund, Jimmy, in infancy; a sister, Mabel. A memorial service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday in Black River United Church, Rev. Margie Whynot officiating. Burial in Mackay Cemetery. Donations to Cancer Society or Black River United Church.

Chronicle Herald Friday Mar 9, 1984 POULAMOND — Hugh Aloysius Poirier, 57, of Poulamond, Richmond County, died Wednesday in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in D'Escousse, he was the son of the late Alexander and Alexadrine Poirier. He is survived by his wife, the former Mary Theresa McPhee two sons, Ronald, Sydney; Donald, Fort Bragg, N.C.; three sisters, Lorraine (Mrs. John Kehoe), Rocky Bay; Katie (Mrs. Leonard Bonin), D'Escousse; Mrs. Edna Harper, Ottawa; five brothers, Hugh, Poulamond; Walter, D'Escousse; Gerald, Poirierville; John, Moncton; Neil, Buffalo; three grandchildren. He was predeceased by several brothers and sisters. The body is in St. Hyacinth Church, D'Escousse, where funeral mass will be held 2:30 p.m. Saturday, with burial to follow in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday Oct 5 1982 LYNN, Mass. — Mrs. Philip Keating, 50, of Lynn, Mass., died Sunday here. Born in Arichat, Richmond County, she was the former Cora M. McGrath, daughter of the late Michael and Ethel (Edwards) McGrath. Surviving are her husband, Philip, two sons, Darryl, Texas and Kevin, at home; three brothers, John, Calgary; Morton, Arichat and Douglas, Freemont, Calif; seven sisters, Edith (Mrs. Homer Nickerson), Queensport; Clythie (Mrs. Lawrence Smith) and Myra (M. Edwin Bastable), both of Halifax; Patricia (Mrs. Thilmond Landry) and Clara (Mrs. John Theriault), both of Arichat; Francis (Mrs. Anthony Sampson), Lewisdale, and Naomi (Mrs. Raymond Landry), Petit de Grat, Richmond County; and two grandchildren. She was predeceased by two sisters, Mrs. Jean Benedict and Mrs. Margaret Gerrior. The body will be in Cruikshank’s Funeral Home, Thursday. Funeral will be 9 a.m. Friday in St. Theresa's Church, with burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville.

Chronicle Herald Thursday Nov 27, 1986 ST. PETER’S John (Jack) Adams, 71, St. Peter’s, Richmond County, died Tuesday in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late James Rupert and Margaret (Lindoff) Adams. He spent most of his youth and adult life in St. Peter’s. He was veteran of the Second World War, joining the RCN in 1940, during which be spent four years at sea serving on HMCS Arvida and HMCS Dauphin as leading cook. He was twice mentioned in dispatches and the King’s New Year’s Honor List for his devotion to duty in all types of weather and his cheerfulness in maintaining the morale of his shipmates. Following his naval service, he worked for the Department of Transportation for 33 years. He was an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 47, St. Peter’s, where he held many offices on the executive, including president. He an active member of St. Peter’s parish and active in community activities. He is survived by his wife, the former Margaret MacDonald; two sons, John, Fredericton; James, St. Peter’s; five daughters, Mary Adams-McAnulty, Margaret (Mrs. Brian Romkey) and Marian (Mrs. Ned Tobin), all of Dartmouth; Sylvia (Mrs. Marcel Coutu), Ottawa; Jessie (Mrs. Steve O’Handley), Kingston; a brother, Francis, Toronto; 16 grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, William. The body is in Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter’s. Funeral service will be 2:30 p.m. Friday in St. Peter's, Church, Rev. Gerald Dunphy officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to any charity.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday Sept 16, 1975 ST. PETER’S — Alexander MacDonald 73, was buried in St. John's church cemetery, Arichat, following funeral service Monday. Born in Middleton, Me., he was a son of the late John and Margaret (Summers) MacDonald. Surviving besides his wife, the former Mamie Latimer, are a brother, Malcolm, St. Peter’s; two sisters, Mrs. Catherine Murphy, Big Pond; Mrs. Annie MacDonald, Dartmouth.

Chronicle Herald Friday Mar 14, 1986 LOWER L’ARDOISE — Justian Sampson, 84, of Lower L’Ardoise, Richmond County, died Thursday at home. Born in Lower L’Ardoise, he was son a of the late John and Margaret (Mombourquette) Sampson. He is survived a brother, Daniel, Lower L’Ardoise; three sisters, Mary M. Stone and Rose Sutherland both of St. Peter's; Louise Gracie, Halifax. He was predeceased by three brothers, Martin, Walter and Elias; a sister, Matilda. The body will be in L'Ardoise Parish Funeral Home on Saturday and Sunday. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday from Church of Holy Guardian Angels, L’Ardoise, Rev. Basil Boudreau officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Monday Sept 18, 2000 PETTIPAS, Agnes “Dollie” — Riverview, N.B., passed away at her residence, Saturday, September 16, 2000, after a courageous battle with cancer, at the age of 66. Born in L’Ardoise, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late Patrick John and Eva May (Martell) Bonin. She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Parish, Riverview, N.B. Dollie will be sadly missed by her husband of 45 years, Gerard; daughter, Phyllis (Perry Hogan) Pettipas-Pirt, Riverview; sons, Roger, Dartmouth; Paul (Becky), Charlottetown, PEI; loving granddaughter, Dayna Pirt, Riverview, N.B.; sisters, Alice Hyrtle, Mount Uniacke; Della Cameron and Doreen Murphy, Sydney; Claire Bonin, Riverview, N.B.; as well as brothers, Ronald, St. Ann's; Ivan, Baddeck; Wallace, Toronto, Ont.; half-brother, Leonard, Ontario. She was predeceased by her sister, Ellen; a sister in infancy; brothers, Alonza and Daniel; half- brothers, Wilfred and Lawrence; a half-sister in infancy. Resting in Riverview Funeral Home, 214 Pine Glen Rd., visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, September 18. Funeral mass will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 19, in Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, 5 Fatima Dr., Riverview, N.B., Rev. Herbert Grattan officiating. Interment will be in Fair Haven Memorial Gardens. In Dollie’s memory, in lieu of flowers, donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Friends of the Moncton Hospital, the George L. Dumont Hospital or the memorial of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family.

Chronicle Herald Saturday June 20, 1981 HUREAUVILLE — Thomas Joseph Hureau, 82, of Hureauville died at home Thursday. Surviving are his wife, the former Sadie MacDonald; three daughters, Bernadette (Mrs. Jim Kennedy), Port Hawkesbury; Shirley, Burlington, Ont.; and Leona, Andover, Mass.; three sons, Andrew, Whitehorse; Paul, Burlington, Ont., and Thomas, Hureauville; three sisters, Cora (Mrs. Cora Richard), Boston; Marie (Mrs. Henry King), Evanston, and Jean (Mrs. John Lyons), in Massachusetts; 13 grandchildren. He was predeceased by two sisters, Mary and Evangeline; four brothers, Raymond, Wallace, Charles and Thomas. Funeral will be 2:30 p.m. today in St. Francis DeSales Parish, Lower River, with burial in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Thursday Sept 21, 1989 STONE, Daniel Charles — 81, St. Peter’s, died Tuesday in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in St. Peter’s, he was son of the late Daniel and Katherine (MacKinnon) Stone. He was a member of branch 47, Royal Canadian Legion, St. Peters. Besides his wife, the former Eva MacDonald, he is survived by five daughters, Frances (Mrs. Hugh Campbell), Red Islands, Richmond County; Mary Bennett, Toronto; Gladys (Mrs. Gordon Cote), Grand Grave, Richmond County; Caroline (Mrs. John Landry), Sydney Forks; Gill (Mrs. Doug Murray), Mt. Uniacke; three sons, Joseph, Wayne, both of Lower Sackville; Gordon, Toronto; a sister, Agnes, Wrentham, Mass.; 28 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Vernon; a daughter, Sharon; two brothers, Robert, Bernard; a sister, Della Peters. The body is in Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter’s. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Friday in St. Peter’s Church. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Chronicle Herald Tuesday May 18, 1982 ST. PETER’S — Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter’s Church for William P. Groom, 41, of St. Peter’s, who drowned April 28 in a fishing accident. His body was recovered Monday. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Born in Grand Greve, he was a son of Violet (Muise) Chisholm and the late Alfred Groom. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn; a daughter, Natalie; two sons, Glen and Darrell, all at home; his mother, Violet (Mrs. Melvin Chisholm), St. Peter’s; two brothers, Alfred, St. Peter’s; Louis, Halifax; two sisters, Theresa (Mrs. Richard Stone), St. Peter’s; Darlene, Halifax. He was predeceased by his father, Alfred. The body is at the Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter’s.

Chronicle Herald Saturday Mar 23, 1985 SYDNEY — Mrs. AIIan MacLean, 61, of 44 Yendys St., Sydney, died Wednesday in Victoria General Hospital, Halifax. Born in St. Peter’s, Richmond County, she was the former Mary Charlotte Stone, daughter of the late John L. and Mary Jane (Gracie) Stone. She was a member of St. Anthony Daniel Church, Sydney. She is survived by her husband, Allan; six daughters, Anne (Mrs. Bill MacQueen), Barbara (Mrs. Ron Neville), Mrs. Brenda Hartigan, and Donna (Mrs. Robert Rafuse), all of Coxheath; Arlene (Mrs. Gordon Parsons), Westmount; Rosemary, Halifax; one son, John, Coxheath; four sisters, Kay (Mrs. William Fedora), Sydney River; Laura (Mrs. Ross Morrison), Rena (Mrs. Bernard Jessome), both of St. Peters; Mildred (Mrs. Ben Sampson), Lynch River; six brothers, Danny, Rockdale; Charlie, Halifax; Clarence, L’Ardoise; Ernie, Lynch River; John, Lynch River; Richard, Grand Greve; 10 grandchildren. She was predeceased by two brothers, John and Thomas; a grandson, John Christopher. The body is in T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Sunday in St. Anthony Daniel Church, Rev. Douglas Murphy officiating, with burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.

Cape Breton Post Saturday March 6, 1971 New Waterford - Alphonse Mombourquette, 39, of 16 Spruce Street, a veteran of service with Canada's special service force in the Korean conflict and a miner in Nos. 12 and 16 collieries before and after war service, died on the Main Deep in No. 12 Colliery Thursday night. He was walking to the surface after electrical failures had idled the main rakes. Mr. Mombourquette was one of a considerable number of miners who began the long walk - some three miles - to the surface. He was well on the way when suddenly stricken. He was carried from the mine be fellow workers and rushed to hospital but was reported dead on arrival there. Mr. Mombourquette was born in Cheticamp and came here about 20 years ago. He worked in the mines for most of that period except for time spent in the army in the Far East. He was married to the former Mary Ropek who survived along with four young daughters, Susan, Debbie, Nancy, and Alison. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Simon Mombourquette of Cheticamp. His father died seven years ago and he is survived by his mother, the former Josephine Aucoin, in Cheticamp. Surviving brothers are Joseph in New Waterford, Gordon and Patrick in Sault Ste. Marie and Abraham in Toronto. There are two sisters, Evelyn in Grand Etang and Mary Cecile in Boston. Mr. Mombourquette was a member of St. Agnes Church and funeral will be held to that church from the V.J. MacGillivray Funeral Home at 10 a.m. Monday followed by burial in the parish cemetery.

Cape Breton Post Saturday March 6, 1971 Industrial Area Almost Normal Following Storm ONE DEATH IS RECORDED Industrial Cape Breton was struggling back to normal today following Friday’s winter gale which knocked down 40 power poles and plunged large areas into darkness. The power went on in New Waterford yesterday ending 22 hours without electricity or water. Alphonse Mombourquette, 39, of New Waterford died while walking to the surface in No. 12 Colliery following the power failure which idled the man rakes. The veteran the Korean war suffered a heart attack as he climbed to the surface. He was stricken part way along the three-to four-mile walk. Mines in the area were idled until power was restored late Friday.