DENSMORE, Mildred Adelaide

DENSMORE, Mildred Adelaide - 68, Truro, formerly of East Noel, passed away suddenly on June 15, 2008, in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born May 8, 1940, in East Noel, she was a daughter of the late Maxwell and Mary (Densmore) Densmore. Mildred is survived by her son, Kevin (Lorri), Sydney, and granddaughter, Kelsey Ryan, Baddeck; sisters, Carrie Neil, Truro; Madeline Hamilton, Nine Mile River; Eleanor (Charles) Trenholm, Avondale; brothers, Clarence, Pembroke, Ont.; Guy, East Noel; Aubrey (Bertha), Elmsdale; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sisters, Edna Smith, Almina Neil and Audrey Murphy. Cremation has taken place with no visitation or memorial service at Mildred's request. A graveside committal service was held in Noel Cemetery, Saturday, June 21, Chuck Paterson officiated, a reception followed in the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 166, Noel. Donations can be made to The Salvation Army or a charity of choice. Arrangements entrusted to the compassionate care of J. Wilson Allen Funeral Home, Highway 354, Kennetcook, Hants Co., 1-902-362-2440. E-mail condolences to: allenfuneral@ns.sympatico.ca

HIGGINS, Clarence Ralph "Clary"

HIGGINS, Clarence Ralph "Clary" - 62, passed away on June 21, 2008, surrounded by his family in Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital. He had been stricken with a particularly aggressive form of cancer in January of this year. Clary was born on August 10, 1945, in Windsor to Pearl (Burns) and the late Lyman Higgins. He lived in Elderbank all is life, had retired from the Nova Scotia Department of Transportation in 2000, and subsequently started his second career with Asplundh Tree Service Inc. where he worked until a few weeks before his death. Clary enjoyed fishing, hunting and being surrounded by nature. He participated in an annual fishing trip with friends for over 20 years. He was a loyal and generous friend to family, neighbours and colleague,s always ready to help with a job or share his possessions. Clary is survived by his mother, Pearl; brother, Caleb (Rose), Quesnel, B.C.; sister, Carol (Brian) Matthews, Truro; one nephew, three nieces, one grandnephew and one grandniece. He was a wonderful and thoughtful son, brother and uncle and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be Wednesday, June 25, at 2 p.m. in St. Andrew's United Church, Elderbank, Rev. Joan Griffin officiating. Burial will be in Elderbank Cemetery. Following the burial the family will meet friends downstairs in the church. Memorial donations may be made to Musquodoboit Valley Health Foundation-Hospital. Special thanks go to the medical and general staff of the hospital for their kind and attentive care. Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Co-operative, Upper Musquodoboit.

ISENOR, Verna Thelma

ISENOR, Verna Thelma - 80, Dutch Settlement. It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of our mom and nanny on Friday, June 20, 2008, in Mitchell's Rest Home, Upper Nine Mile River. Born in Carroll's Corner, she was a daughter of the late James and Mable (McKenna) Hirtle. She was employed with Cara Operations (Airport) for 27 years as a cook. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, dancing and singing, camping and having lots of fun. We will miss her laughs and great sense of humor. Verna is survived by sons, Orie (Beth), Truro; Bobby (Bev), West Indian Road; Barry (Jane), Lantz; Kevin (Bev), Lantz; daughters, Mabel Taylor, Lantz; Laura (Walter Miller), Hilden; son-in-law , Roger Ross, Lantz; brothers, Raymond, Dartmouth; James (Elizabeth), Carrolls Corner; Earl (Pat), Elmsdale; Eric (Bonnie), Dutch Settlement; sisters, Freda (Bryant Smith), Fall River; Doris Phalen, Carrolls Corner; Audrey McLellan, Gays River; 12 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Ernest; daughter, Frances; son-in-law, Jack Barron; infant son, Douglas James; granddaughter, Vanessa; brothers, Ralph, and Laurie; sisters, Lillian and Rita. Cremation has taken place. Visitation was held Sunday, June 22, and funeral service was held Monday, June 23, both in Ettinger Funeral Home, 2812 Main St., Shubenacadie, Rev. Angus MacDonald and Rev. Patty McKenna officiated. A reception followed in the funeral home reception area. Interment in St. George's Anglican Church Cemetery, Dutch Settlement. Donations in memory of Verna may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or War Amps of Canada. Family and friends may visit Verna's everlasting memorial at: www.MeM.com where you may leave a spoken or written message for the family.

MacASKILL, Murray Arthur

MacASKILL, Murray Arthur - April 3, 1923-June 16, 2008. With sadness we announce the death of our dear husband, father, brother and friend, Murray MacAskill (Kennectook/ Windsor), who died on June 16, 2008, in Hants Community Hospital, following a brief illness. He was born in Kennetcook, Hants Co., a son of the late Creelman and Lavina MacAskill. Murray's memory will be forever cherished by Ethel (Wilcox), his devoted wife of 60 years. He also leaves to mourn his older son and daughter-in-law, David and Barb, Sommerset; grandson, Mike and partner Barb; his only daughter, Rev. Lorraine MacAskill, Dartmouth; and his younger son and daughter-in-law, Rodney and Barb, Dartmouth; his grandson, Ken and wife Kim, along with his great-grandchildren, Shaylin, Ryan and Liam, who, with love, called him "Old Grampy!" Murray is also survived by members of his family of birth, Ellamae Elliot, Louise Gilliatt, Effie (Robert) Skalitzky, Harris (Shirley) MacAskill; also his brother-in-law, Gerald Cooper, and sister-in-law, Mildred MacAskill. Murray was predeceased by baby Arthur (stillborn) and by his beloved son-in-law (Lorraine's husband), Randy Sheppard. He was predeceased by his brothers, Percy and F. James "Jim"; his sisters, Annie MacDonald, Berneice Cooper, Jeannette Jones; half-sisters, Susan Miller and Ola Dalrymple, and half-brothers, Creelman and Leslie. We are grateful that Dad shared our lives. He did not demand a lot of life. He cherished his rural roots, and he loved being with people. He was always good for a heated political discussion. He loved picking raspberries by the hour, or fishing by a bubbling brook. He enjoyed an evening of watching sports, having himself played, and coached ball for many years. He also enjoyed playing a game of crib with Mum after supper (with the loser having to do the dishes!). After his retirement, he spent many creative hours in his carpentry shop and having his whole family gathered together around our family table brought him much joy. The influence of Murray's life went beyond his family. He was honoured to have been a veteran of the Second World War. He was appreciative to have been made a life member of the W.D. Lawrence Masonic Lodge, which he served along with the Eastern Star in several capacities, including District Deputy Grand Master. He was a faithful, lifelong member of Kennetcook United Church, having been Clerk of Session; he made other contributions over many, many years. He often made a quiet, unknown amount of support to folks in need - emotional, financial and spiritual - that will be known only to the receiver. We are deeply grateful for those of you who have been our companions over this recent painful period. Thank you to the angels of Unit 500, Hants Community Hospital; the staff and residents of Gladys Manning Home, Windsor, and to all of you who have supported us with care and prayer. There will be no visitation, Service was held in Kennetcook United Church on Wednesday, June 18, followed by a reception at the Kennetcook Fire Hall. Private family interment in Kennetcook United Church Cemetery. Donations to Kennetcook United Building Fund c/o Marlene Cochrane (902) 362-2518. Arrangements entrusted to the compassionate care of J. Wilson Allen Funeral Home, Kennetcook, phone 1-902-362-2440. E-mail condolences to: allenfuneral@ns.sympatico.ca They shall grow not old as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them nor the years condemn At the going down of the sun, and in the morning We will remember them.

MORASH, Marlene Phyllis

MORASH, Marlene Phyllis - 71, passed away peacefully at her son's home in Halifax, after a brief illness on Monday, June 23, 2008. Born in Halifax on October 28, 1936, she was the daughter of Phyllis Morash-Taylor, Kanata, Ont., and the late Cyril Morash. After high school, Marlene graduated from Miss Murphy's Business College and worked for some time at Bell and Grant Insurance as a policy writer. She then spent many years as a wife, mother and homemaker, during which time she gave birth to and raised three fine children and taught Sunday school at Christ Church, Dartmouth. Later in life she worked as a nanny and in retail sales. Marlene loved music, playing piano and keyboard. Marlene was gifted in arts and crafts and the homes of her family are adorned with examples of her work. Marlene loved spending time in quiet peaceful surroundings, getting together with family and had a unique sense of humour. Marlene passed away trusting in God's love and mercy. She showed great courage in dealing with this chapter of her life. She is survived by her long-time companion, Norman Stacey; sons, Michael Williams, Halifax; Stephen Williams, Dartmouth; daughter, Cheryl Williams (Scott Kay), Scotch Village; grandchildren, Danielle, Devon, Reese, and Shantell; brothers, Peter (Stella), Terry (Carol) and Don (Elaine) Morash, all of Dartmouth; several nephews, one niece and numerous cousins. She will be missed by her pet cocker spaniel, Echo. By request, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, 11213 Highway 3, Lunenburg. A family committal service and a memorial reception will be held at a later date. Donations in her memory may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. Sincere thanks are expressed to the medical team and in particular Dr. Jill Robertson at the Halifax Infirmary, QEII; thank you as well to Barbara Stewart and the Palliative Care Team and the visiting Victorian Order of Nurses who worked so hard at making Marlene's stay at home more comfortable. On-line condolences may be made at: www.sweenyfuneralhome.ca "Today I sat by a little brook - listening to its chant as it coursed through rocks and stones running on its way to the little pond - below the trees and shadows. A special place so many of you shared with me. May fond memories and my love remain with all of you."

RICHARDS, Walter Edward "Ted"

RICHARDS, Walter Edward "Ted" - 66, High Crest Sherbrooke Home for Special Care, formerly of Port Bickerton, Guysborough Co., died Thursday, June 19, 2008, in the home. Born in Montreal, Que., he was a son of the late George Edward and Hazel Audrey (Smith) Richards. During his working years, Ted was employed with Agriculture Canada, specializing in plant research, and later with Transport Canada as a Senior Accident Investigator (Land). He was a voracious reader and had a great interest in antique cars, trains, racing and astronomy. He is survived by daughter, Kirsten Regiena Richards; granddaughters, Savannah Kay Richards and Sierra Leigh Richards, all of Ottawa, Ont.; sister, Joan (Ernest) Jarvis, Enfield; brother, Robert (Valerie) Richards, St. Catharines, Ont.; companion, Mary Teresa Connelley, Port Bickerton; aunt, Olive Richards, Ottawa, Ont.; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brother, William Richards. Cremation has taken place. Visitation and memorial service was held Saturday, June 21, both in G.W. Giffin Funeral Home, St. Mary's Chapel, 34 Main St., Sherbrooke, Pastor Norman Pearce officiated. Memorial donations may be made to St. Mary's Memorial Hospital, Palliative Care or High Crest Sherbrooke Home for Special Care. Funeral arrangements are under the dignified and compassionate care of G.W. Giffin Funeral Home, St. Mary's Chapel, Sherbrooke. On-line condolences may be made at: www.gwgiffin.com

TOMLINSON (Reid), Ruth Evelyn

TOMLINSON (Reid), Ruth Evelyn - 96, Minasville, Hants Co., passed away on June 23, 2008, in Dykeland Lodge, Windsor. Born in Moose Brook on June 8, 1912, Ruth was a daughter of the late Alice (Coldwell) and Wilbert Reid. In 1930, she graduated from Mack Business College, Kentville, earning a Secretarial Diploma. Ruth spent the next three years working in Halifax for G. Fraser Insurance and Maritime Realty Company. In 1933, she married Carl Tomlinson and settled in Minasville where she would spend many years working on their farm. Throughout her life, Ruth was an active member of her community. For 43 years she was the treasurer of the Moose Brook Cemetery. For over 50 years Ruth was a member of the W.I.N.S., holding the offices of president and secretary-treasurer. In addition, Ruth was a member of the United Church of Canada and the Double M Community Club. To all who knew her, Ruth was known to be a delightful storyteller. She was an avid Blue Jays baseball fan and had a passion for crossword puzzles, particularly the New York Times. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten by her daughter, Claire (Dawson) Beattie, Maitland; son, Mick (Joan), Minasville; grandchildren, Gary (Grace), Ross (Maureen) Beattie, Kelli (Brennan) MacDonald, Cara, Steven and Erin Tomlinson; great-grandchildren, Scott (Tammy), Trent (Louise), Joshua, Matthew and Justin Beattie, Anna and Mary Sarah MacDonald; great great-grandchildren, Ryan, Colton and Meghan Beattie; as well as her brother, Gordon (Queenie) Reid; sister-in-law, Violet Reid; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Carl; brothers, Lewis and Everett Reid, and sister, Blanche Langley. No visitation by request. Funeral service was held Thursday, June 26, in Moose Brook Chapel for family and friends, K. Wayne Yorke L.M, officiated. Interment in Moose Brook Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Moose Brook Cemetery, Moose Brook Chapel, Colchester Hospital Foundation or Dykeland Lodge, Windsor. Funeral arrangements under the care and direction of Ettinger Funeral Home, Shubenacadie. Family and friends may sign the guest book and send written condolences at: www.MeM.com

TOMLINSON (Reid), Ruth Evelyn

TOMLINSON (Reid), Ruth Evelyn - 96, Minasville, Hants Co., passed away on June 23, 2008, in Dykeland Lodge, Windsor. Born in Moose Brook on June 8, 1912, Ruth was a daughter of the late Alice (Coldwell) and Wilbert Reid. In 1930, she graduated from Mack Business College, Kentville, earning a Secretarial Diploma. Ruth spent the next three years working in Halifax for G. Fraser Insurance and Maritime Realty Company. In 1933, she married Carl Tomlinson and settled in Minasville where she would spend many years working on their farm. Throughout her life, Ruth was an active member of her community. For 43 years she was the treasurer of the Moose Brook Cemetery. For over 50 years Ruth was a member of the W.I.N.S., holding the offices of president and secretary-treasurer. In addition, Ruth was a member of the United Church of Canada and the Double M Community Club. To all who knew her, Ruth was known to be a delightful storyteller. She was an avid Blue Jays baseball fan and had a passion for crossword puzzles, particularly the New York Times. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten by her daughter, Claire (Dawson) Beattie, Maitland; son, Mick (Joan), Minasville; grandchildren, Gary (Grace), Ross (Maureen) Beattie, Kelli (Brennan) MacDonald, Cara, Steven and Erin Tomlinson; great-grandchildren, Scott (Tammy), Trent (Louise), Joshua, Matthew and Justin Beattie, Anna and Mary Sarah MacDonald; great great-grandchildren, Ryan, Colton and Meghan Beattie; as well as her brother, Gordon (Queenie) Reid; sister-in-law, Violet Reid; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Carl; brothers, Lewis and Everett Reid, and sister, Blanche Langley. No visitation by request. Funeral service was held Thursday, June 26, in Moose Brook Chapel for family and friends, K. Wayne Yorke L.M, officiated. Interment in Moose Brook Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Moose Brook Cemetery, Moose Brook Chapel, Colchester Hospital Foundation or Dykeland Lodge, Windsor. Funeral arrangements under the care and direction of Ettinger Funeral Home, Shubenacadie. Family and friends may sign the guest book and send written condolences at: www.MeM.com

WENTZELL, Winnifred G.

WENTZELL, Winnifred G. - 94, Lantz. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Winnie Wentzell, of Lantz, who left peacefully June 21, 2008, in her 95th year. Winnie lived a long and happy life and spent her years surrounded by loving family and friends. She will be sadly missed by her sons, Dr. Fernald (Barrie), California; Harry (Nancy), Eastern Passage; her many grandchildren and great grandchildren; sisters, Elsie and Ruby, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Elias; recently by her son, Leigh (Joan), and sons Cyril and Robert as children. She was also predeceased by brothers, Walt, Norm, Jimmy, Vic; sisters Mabel, Verna, Alice, and Edith. he family would like to thank the kind nurses on 8.3 at the QEII and most of all Rose Cummings of Cummings' Nursing Home in Lantz, where Winnie spent her last four years happily under Rose's kind care. Thanks is also extended to Daisy and Sheila for being so kind to her. Cremation has taken place. Visitation was held Sunday, June 22, in Ettinger Funeral Home, 2812 Main St., Shubenacadie, where funeral services was held Monday, June 23, Right Rev. Russell Hatton officiated. Interment followed in St. George's Anglican Cemetery, Dutch Settlement. Donations may be made to Christ Church, Lantz. Family and friends may leave a condolence and sign the guest book at: www.MeM.com

WOOD, Harold A.

WOOD, Harold A. - 80, Oxford, passed away Monday, June 16, 2008, in Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre, Amherst. Born in Lake Killarney, he was a son of the late John and Annie (Smith) Wood. Harold owned and operated his own farm. He was a past employee of Gordon's Greenhouses and Bragg Lumber Company. Harold was a member and former deacon of the Oxford Baptist Church. He was also a former director of the Cumberland County Exhibition. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 55 years, Audrey; sons, Grant (Cathy), Montreal; Milton (Anne), Oxford; daughter, Patty (Tan) Davis, Dutch Settlement; grandchildren, Rachel, Caitlin and Sarah Wood, Matthew and Harold Davis, Abigail and Lucas Wood; sisters, Helen Houston, Mississauga, Ont.; Dorothy Snowdon, Sackville, N.B.; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters, Hazel Trueman and Wilna Furlong; brother, Lorne. Visitation was held Wednesday, June 18, and funeral service Thursday, June 19, both in MacDiarmid's Funeral Home, 5075 Main St., Oxford (447-2930). Donations may be made to Oxford Baptist Church, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or charity of choice. Private condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the website at: www.mmcfunerals.com