DICKIE, Edwin James (Ted)

DICKIE, Edwin James (Ted), BSc, PEng; 88 Dartmouth, formerly of Stewiacke. A good and honest man died August 27th, 2010 on what would have been his 61st Anniversary. Ted was born at home in Stewiacke on January 5,1922 to Nellie (Gould) and Rufus Dickie. His childhood was full of adventure with his 3 brothers, 2 sisters, a pet bear named Billy, and a team of great Dane dogs whose leader Danny would haul Dad and his siblings around town in a sleigh. His playground was the "Canadian Lumber Co." which was one of the biggest logging operations in N.S. at the time. His growing-up years spanned the Great Depression, the tail end of the Age of Iron Men and Wooden ships and the space between two World Wars. Dad was greatly influenced by all three events and had many stories of the exploits and strengths of the company loggers who still used taxes, buck saws and horses to get the logs out. Much time was spent at Clam Harbour, at the family cottage, where he met the love of his life at the age of 13 - Florence MacKinnon - and promptly married her in a mock wedding on the beach. Many events would transpire before their real wedding in 1949, including getting his pilot's license on his 17th birthday, finishing school and earning a BSc at Mount Allison University, where he narrowly escaped death when his residence burned down. He was a 2nd Lieutenant in the Cadet Officers Training Corp there. He later graduated from McGill University as a Mechanical Engineer and began work in the Canadian Lumber Company, first in Stewiacke, then in mill sites at Barney's River, Glenelg, NS and Gillis Dale. Ted and Flo had three children, Paul (Maxine), Mark, and Jan (Fred Watkins).When Paul was of school age, they moved from the mill camps to Stewiacke. In 1955, Ted left the lumber business and began exporting wild Christmas Trees to the States. In Stewiacke, he was a member of the United Church, a Gyros leader and a member of the school board at various times. He eventually took a job with the Voluntary Economic Planning Board and then with the NS Department of Development in Halifax. The family moved to Dartmouth in 1963. Dad is survived by his sister Lois (McMillan) and was predeceased by wife Florence, brothers Donald, Harold and his sister Alice (Hampton). He is fondly remembered by his children and grandchildren- Heather, Michael and Allison Watkins and Chelsea and Ryan Dickie. He will be missed by Norman Parker and Donna Munroe to whom we owe a huge debt of gratitude for enabling both Mom and Dad to remain at home through their final years. Cremation has taken place and a visitation will be held at Ettinger Funeral Home, 2812 Highway 2 Shubenacadie on Saturday September 25th from 6 until 8 pm. This will be followed by a Memorial gathering at the Dickie Residence at 4 Wyndholme Ave. in Dartmouth on Sunday September 26th at 2pm. Interment will be at Pine Grove Cemetery in East Stewiacke on Monday September 27th at 10am. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ted's name may be made to the Parkinson Society of Canada Nova Scotia, the Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of your choice. You may visit Ted's Everlasting Memorial at www.ettingerfuneralhome.com where you may view this obituary, cherished photographs and send condolences to the family by signing the guestbook.

MACKAY, Catherine Gould 91

MACKAY, Catherine Gould 91 – Stewiacke, passed away August 24, 2010, in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Stewiacke, August 9, 1919, she was the only child of the late Stewart and Emma (MacNutt) Gould. She graduated from the Provincial Normal College and began her teaching career, then married and had her family. When her youngest child was a year old she resumed teaching in Stewiacke Elementary School, where she taught for 27 years; the last 9 as principal. While teaching, she commuted evenings, Saturdays and summers to St. Mary's University, where she obtained her B.A. degree. She was a faithful member of Holy Trinity Anglican Church, where she was organist for over 30 years. She is survived by daughters Bev Ellis, Brookland, Pictou County; Bette (Ronald) Gourley and Mary Jane (Lennie) McDonald, both of Stewiacke; son Jim (Brenda), Milford; foster daughter Patty Bernard, Lower Sackville; almost son Fred Thurrott, Stewiacke; 11 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; she is also survived by sister of her heart Betty Ashley; lifelong best friends Theresa Martin and Edie Cox. She was predeceased by her husband Edward, son Brian and great grandson Benjamin, both aged 2 years, son-in-law Gerald Ellis. Visitation held in Ettinger Funeral Home, Shubenacadie with funeral service in Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Stewiacke, Rev. Lloyd Ripley officiated assisted by Rev. Patricia McKenna. Interment in Pine Grove Cemetery, Stewiacke East. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Catherine may be made to the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Stewiacke. Family and friends may sign the guest book and send condolences at: www.ettingerfuneralhome.com

RYAN, Gordon Bernard

RYAN, Gordon Bernard – 76, West Lawrencetown/Wellington, passed away on August 17, 2010. He was a son of the late Phillip and Beatrice (Boudreau) Ryan of Little Dover, Guys Co. In his lifetime, his travels took him to Ontario, Pennsylvania, Newfoundland/Labrador, Florida, France, England , Wales, Northern Ireland, Ireland, and The Isle of Mann. As part of his Irish Heritage. Gordon enjoyed viewing ships and the Sea. At the age of 16, he took a fishing vessel and crew out to sea. He was an avid birdwatcher and gardener. On dart and Curling teams, he won awards and badges. Gordon enjoyed dancing, especially at the Newfoundland Club. Cribbage was also a great pastime. For 40 years he went on hunting and fishing trips with his buddies, jack, Oscar and Willard. He was never idle, a worker of many trades, including underwater drilling in Newfoundland, a foreman on the building of the Canso Causeway, a crane operator in Halifax. He worked on the Lake Boats of Ontario, the High power at the Halifax International Airport and for 30 years as a volunteer fireman. Gordon was also a race car builder, caretaker of Sisters of Charity Retreat, Wellington and operated a grocery store at his home in Wellington. All of this and more; he was the best bread maker around!! Gordon was a devoted member of St. Bernard’s Roman Catholic Church in Enfield. He is survived by wife, Joyce (Fevens); sister, Veronica; brothers, Vernon, Antigonish; Jim (Effie), Newfoundland; Frank (Brenda), Little Dover; daughters, Connie (Loran), Yarmouth; Joanne (Tim), Wellington; sons, Philip (Rod) Wellington; Gordon (Heather), Wellington; stepchildren, David (Anne) Sandra (Brian), East Uniacke; Joanne (Craig), Porters lake; 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Joanne, of 42 years; brother, Ellsworth; and sister-in-law Evelyn. He will be missed by his family and many friends. Visitation was held in Atlantic Funeral Home, 125 Sackville Drive, Lower Sackville from 2-4, 7-9 p.m., August 19. Mass of Christian Burial held in St. Bernard’s Roman Catholic Church, Enfield August 20. Following the funeral mass, Gordon will be buried with his first wife, Joanne (McGrath) in St. Bernard’s Church Cemetery. A reception was held following the burial in the Wellington/Fletcher’s Lake Fire Department. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Bernard’s Parish, Enfield. We would like to express our sincere heartfelt thank you to the palliative Care Team, The VON Unit, and friends and family for their continued support. On-line condolences: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com

SACK, Donald A.

SACK, Donald A. -70, Indian Brook, passed away August 26, 2010, in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Bear River he was the son of the late Ben and Mary (Peters) Sack. He was employed for 28 years mostly as a foreman at Foster Grant, Massachusetts, which was a plastic manufacturer. He also served for a time with the Canadian Navy. He is survived by daughters Brenda Ann Sack (Jeffrey Carine), Indian Brook; Susan Sack, Dartmouth; nine grandchildren and one great granddaughter; loving former wife Elaine Reed, Mass. USA; Predeceased by brother Louis Sack and infant brother Ben. Visitation in Ettinger Funeral Home, Shubenacadie with funeral mass 2pm, held Monday in St. Catherine's Roman Catholic Church, Indian Brook, Father Tom Kurudeepan officiated. Interment took place in Indian Brook Community Cemetery. There will be a Salite after the mass. Family and friends may sign the guest book and send condolences at: www.ettingerfuneralhome.com

YOHNKE, Nelson Andrew

YOHNKE, Nelson Andrew-64, Wilmot, passed away Saturday August 28, 2010 at the VG Hospital, Halifax after a long battle with cancer. Born December 10, 1945 in Selma, Hants County, he was a son of the late Carl and Mary (Rayner) Yohnke. He was a carpenter for many years. He enjoyed the out of doors and many hours he put into his garden. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, the former Frances Prest, daughters Kathy (Elvert) Hines, Digby; Janice (Sam) Mills, Lakeville; Teena (Gary) Sanford, Berwick; son Wayne (Judy), Kingston; five grandchildren; sisters Phyllis Dunn and June Butters, Truro; a brother Carl, Ont; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a daughter Tammy Cruikshank; sister Kathleen; brother Everett. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Ettinger Funeral home, Shubenacadie. A graveside committal service will be held 4pm Wednesday September 1, 2010 at Selma Cemetery, Chuck Paterson DM officiating. No flowers by request, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. You may view this obituary and send your condolences to the family by signing the guestbook at www.ettingerfuneralhome.com