Rowter; Ora Alberta “Bertie

February 11, 2012

Rowter, Ora Alberta “Bertie†, it is with great sadness that the family of Bertie Rowter, 78, of Maitland Bridge, Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, announce her passing peacefully on Saturday, February 11th, 2012, in the South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater.

          Bertie was born on June 7th, 1933, in Inglisville, Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, was the eldest child of  the late Donald and Adelaide “Marie†(McGill) Rideout.

   Bertie moved to Maitland Bridge as a teenager where she worked in Alton Demmon’s General Store. It was there she met Allen Rowter and they married in 1951. She was devoted to this community and to the Church for all these years. Bertie’s beautiful gardens were a testament to the tender loving care she gave them and her sewing skills were known for it’s fine finished product.

   Bertie was predeceased by  her beloved husband of almost 50 years, Allen in 2001. Also predeceasing her were her brothers Donald  in infancy and Robie Rideout (Billerica, Massachusetts, USA), sister Eva Webb (Bedford) and brother-in-law “Tim” Arnold Rowter (Maitland Bridge).

   She will be deeply missed by her surviving family, son Daniel and Bev (Vienot) of Conquerall Mills, grandson Nicholas Rowter and Kristy Fraser of Sherwood Park, Alberta, granddaughter Natalie Rowter-Baird and Michael, of Bedford, granddaughter Alissa Rowter of Bedford, and two great-grandsons, Kalen and Micah Rowter of Sherwood Park Alberta. She is also survived by her sister Una Truscott and Ray of Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, sister-in-law Althea Rowter of Maitland Bridge, brother-in-law Dale Webb of Bedford, sister-in-law Sandi Rideout of Billerica, Massachusetts, USA, and seven nieces, nephews and their families. She had many wonderful and dear friends whom she leaves behind.

   Visitation will be held  on Wednesday, February 15th, 2012, from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m., both from St. Paul’s United Church, Maitland Bridge, Annapolis County. Reverend Tom Watson officiating. Burial will be in the Maplewood Cemetery, Maitland Bridge.  Family flowers only, donations may be made to St. Paul’s United Church, Maitland Bridge or to the Maitland Bridge Community Hall. Online condolences to the family may be made at www.chandlersfuneral.com

 

Conrad; Charles Albert

February 10, 2012

CONRAD– Charles “Albertâ€, 78, of Liverpool, Queens County, passed away Thursday, February 9th , 2012  at QE I I Health Sciences Center, Halifax, Nova Scotia.

           Born in Liverpool, Nova Scotia, he was the son of the late Edgar and Edna Mae (Bell) Conrad.

Charles was employed with Mersey Seafoods Limited for 33 years. Charles enjoyed woodworking and hunting and especially enjoyed country and western music.

He is survived by his wife Donna (Jollimore); daughter Karen (Paul Cunningham) of Liverpool,  his sisters Roxie Woodworth of Pleasantville, Laurene Himmelman of Liverpool, Madeleine of Lahave Manor, Bridgewater; Verna (Philip) Campeau of Ontario, Carolyn Heffler of Liverpool, Florence (Arnold) Whynot of Liverpool, Paula (Gary) Roy of White Point. Brothers Frank, of  Lahave Manor, Bridgewater;  David (Josetta) of Halifax, Paul (Louise) . Grandchildren Chelsey and Mika.

He was predeceased by his son Wendell and brothers Edgar and John .

Cremation has taken place under  the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. There will be a private family graveside service at a later date in Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Liverpool. Reverend Judy Cross officiating. No flowers by request, donations may be made to the family. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.

 

Zong; Clarence Alfred

February 9, 2012

Zong, Clarence Alfred, 87, of Caledonia, Queens County, passed away on Wednesday, February 8th, 2012, in the Queens Manor, Liverpool.
Born in Caledonia, he was a son of the late Clarence Jacob and Olive Rae (Murray) Zong.
 Clarence worked as a mechanic for many years at the Caledonia Irving Station and Steel and Engine Products, Liverpool before retiring from the Nova Scotia Power Commission. He enjoyed hunting, traveling and was well known for his ability for caning chairs. He was an avid cat lover, Clarence adored all animals and could often be found training raccoons on his property. He was a former student of the Nova Scotia School for the Blind and was able to read Braille.
 He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, the former Kathleen Judge; son Clarence Zong (Mary Jo Conway) of Hibernia; grandchildren Jimmy Zong (Cindy Conway), Rhonda (Neil) Frail, Ivan Zong (Shana Selig), Jessica Mansfield (Eddie MacNutt), Krista Marie Holder; great grandchildren Tobias, Kaleb, Riley Zong; sisters Gertrude “Trudy†Mugridge of Toronto, Ontario, Erma Melong of Bridgewater.
 He was predeceased by a son James; sister Kathleen Smith; brothers James, Lawrence and Terrance.
 Visitation will be held Saturday, February 11th, 2012, from 7-9 p.m., from Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A Graveside Funeral Service will be held Sunday, February 12th, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. from Hillcrest Cemetery, Westfield. Reverend John Boddy officiating. Family flowers only, donations may be made to  Queens Manor, Liverpool. Online condolences to the family may be made at www.chandlersfuneral.com

Wambolt; James Jeremiah

February 3, 2012

 WAMBOLT -  James J.,  81, of Port Howe, Cumberland County, passed away peacefully at Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre, Amherst on February 1st, 2012.

             Born July 17th, 1930 in Milton, he was a son of the late Cecil and Beatrice (Muree) Wamboldt.

              Bud, as he was known to his friends and family, was owner/operator of Wamboldt’s Texaco, later becoming Wamboldt’s Irving in Milton from 1968 to 1979. In late years, at his home in Port Howe, he did piecework for Seagull Pewter, Pugwash, for over twenty years. In his spare time, he loved to work on outdoor projects with his tractor and inside his workshop. Bud was a member and Past Master of Prince of Wales Lodge #29, Milton, A.F. & A.M.

 He is survived by his wife Julie (Teed)(Cameron); daughters Linda (Clarke) Rafuse of Milton, Sharon (Brian) Munroe of Moose Harbour, Tina (Kevin) Whynott of Brooklyn. Step daughter Linda (Tom) Hebb of Port Howe, Step sons Allen (Rochelle) Cameron of Beverly, MA. Kenneth (Eva) Cameron of Pugwash, Gary (Janet) Cameron of Aurora, ON. James (Angie) Cameron of Fort McMurray, AB. Sisters Inez (Charles) Eaton of Milton, Marion Gardner of Tottenham, ON. Kathleen Yuill of Fort Saskatchewan, AB. Brothers Douglas (Elsie), Roger (Geraldine) and Lloyd (Patricia) all of Milton. Donald (Gail) Stouffville, ON. 8 grandchildren, 6 step grandchildren, a number of great grandchildren and step great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

 He was predeceased by a brother George of Milton.

 Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. Funeral Service and Masonic service will be held Tuesday, February 7th, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. both in Milton Baptist Church. Reverend Corey Pickens officiating. Burial will be in Milton Community Cemetery. Family flowers only , donations may be made to the Milton Baptist Church or the Prince of Wales Lodge #29, Milton, A.F. & A. M.. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com

 

 

 

Baker; Donald Edwin

February 1, 2012

BAKER – Donald Edwin,  70, of Caledonia, Queens County, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, January 30th, 2012 in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater.

Born in North Brookfield, he was  a son of the late Ranald and Modena (Frail) Baker.

Don was a salesman for Riverport Seafoods and sales manager for Bay of Fundy Service CP. He, along with his brother John, ran a garage for four years until his retirement in 1982 due to poor health. Don will be fondly remembered travelling around Caledonia in his wheelchair accompanied by his dog Scamp. He enjoyed reading and the outdoors.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years and best friend, Shirley (Brown); his son Paul (Tracy) of Caledonia and his cherished grand daughter Robyn. His sisters Sandra Rowter of Liverpool, Jennifer Goodwin of Lower Sackville. His brothers Allen of Liverpool and Jamie (Cheryl) of Tantallon.

He was predeceased by his brother John.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A graveside memorial service will be held Sunday, February 5th, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. in Highland View Cemetery, Caledonia. A reception will follow in the Caledonia Fire Hall. No flowers by request, donations may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Nova Scotia. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com

 

Whynot; John Merrill

January 29, 2012

Whynot, John Merrill, 76, of Liverpool, passed away on Saturday, January 28th, 2012, at home.

Born in Liverpool, he was a son of the late Beatrice (Slauenwhite) and Clarence Whynot.

He worked for over 20 years for Mosher and Rawding Construction before going to work at the Bowater Mersey Paper company, where he worked for over 10 years up until his retirement. John enjoyed staying home and keeping an eye on his neighborhood, family and friends. He was a former member of the Royal Canadian Legion, branch # 38, Liverpool.

He is survived by sister Sandra (Arnold) Johnson, of Coldbrook; brothers Norman (Hazel), of Milton, Paul (Shirley), Stanley, Carl, all of Liverpool; sisters in law Jessie, Betty, both of Milton; brother in law Myron White, of British Columbia; many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by sisters Carrie, Maria; brothers James “Braddyâ€, Lawrence, and Donald in infancy.

Visitation will be held Thursday, February 2nd, from 7 -9 p.m. and a Celebration of John’s Life will be held Friday, February 3rd, 2012, at 10:30 A.M., both from Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. Reverend Judy Cross officiating. Burial will be in Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Liverpool. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Nova Scotia Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences to the family may be made at www.chandlersfuneral.com

 

Huskins; Bruce Horne

January 29, 2012

Huskins, Bruce Horne, 86, of Port Mouton, passed away Sunday, January 29th, 2012, in the Queens Manor, Liverpool.

Born in Beech Hill, Queens County, he was a son of the late LeRoy and Lucy (Smith) Huskins.

Bruce was a school bus driver for over 33 years, during this time he also worked in the local fish plants as a handyman / carpenter. Bruce enjoyed woodworking, raising cattle, gardening, hunting, fishing and spending time at his camp. Later in life he enjoyed the company of his dogs Reubin, Muffin and Rosie.

He is survived by his daughters Lucy (Patrick) Burgess, of Port Joli, Dawn (Gregory) Townsend, of Bridgewater; son Wayne (Dianne) Huskins, of Westfield; grandchildren Glen (Tina) Burgess, Beth Burgess (Daphne Miller), Adam Burgess (Sophianne Kingdon), Josh Townsend, Emily Townsend; great granddaughter Olivia; sisters Harriett, Agatha; brothers Warren, Eric (Carol), Archie (Betty Lou); many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife Olive; brothers George and Arnold.

A private family graveside burial will be held at a later date. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to the Queens Manor, Liverpool. Online condolences to the family may be made at www.chandlersfuneral.com

 

 

Briand; Joseph Arthur

January 26, 2012

BRIAND – Joseph Arthur, 67 of Liverpool, NS passed away at Queens General Hospital, Liverpool on Jan 24th, 2012.

Born in L’Ardoise, Cape Breton and grew up in Grand River, Cape Breton, he was the son of the late Joseph & Margaret (MacIsaac) Briand.

Joe was a crane operator by trade and worked on various construction sites and spent the majority of his career working on the offshore drilling rigs. He also drove bus for Acadian Lines. He lived in Dartmouth for many years where he raised his family and has lived in Liverpool the last 16 years.

He is survived by his partner Marsha Whynot, his sons Paul (Karen) Briand, Michael (Marge) Briand, Marcel (Christina) Briand, his daughter Maureen Briand (Stephen Ling), a stepdaughter Amy Whynot (Sarah Croxen), 8 grandchildren; Ryan, Kyle, Alexandra, Josee, James, Zachary, Max & Isaac and also by Mary Briand (mother of his children). Also surviving is a sister Patricia of Ont., brothers Morton of BC and Wally of AB. and William “Billy†(Florence) MacIsaac  of  B.C.

Besides his parents he was predeceased by his sister Bernadette (Bob) Warwick.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool where visitation will be Sunday, January 29th, 2012 from 7 until 9 p.m.. Funeral service will be Monday, January 30th, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. in St. Gregory’s Catholic Church, Liverpool. Father Brian Murphy officiating. Burial will be in Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Liverpool. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com

 

Brewster; Alfred Charles

January 25, 2012

BREWSTER – Alfred Charles,  75, of Brooklyn, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool on Tuesday, January 24th, 2012.

             Born in Brooklyn, he was a son of the late Herbert and Lucretia (Meisner) Brewster.

             “Alfie†was a long time employee with Bowater Mersey Paper Company Limited retiring in 1994. He enjoyed playing sports, especially softball, playing up until he was 53. He played broomball for many years before taking up coaching. He loved to curl and was a member of the Mersey Bowling League as well as the Brooklyn Marina and was a scout leader for a number of years.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Theresa ( Whynot), daughter Robenia  (Heather) of Dartmouth. His sister Margaret (Dennis) Alexander of Windsor and brothers Herbert of Liverpool and Albert (Ellen) of Brooklyn; many nieces and nephews.  

He was predeceased by his son Trevor. Sisters Katherine “Kay†and Mildred. Brothers Edward and William.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool where visitation will be Friday, January 27th, 2012 from 7 until 9 p.m.. Funeral service will be held Saturday, January 28th, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Brooklyn. Chaplain Donald Lawton officiating. Burial will be in Seaside Cemetery, Brooklyn. Family flowers only, donations may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association or to any charity. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com

 

Roberton;George

January 22, 2012

Roberton – George, 94, of  Brooklyn, Queens County, passed away peacefully Saturday, January 21st ,2012 at Veteran’s Unit, Fisherman’s Memorial Hospital, Lunenburg.

Born in Onion Lake, Saskatchewan, he was the son of the late William and Katherine (Phillips) Roberton.

George was a veteran of World War II, serving in the R.C.N.V.R with the Corvette Navy. George also held a career as a fisherman and was known as a “jack of all tradesâ€. He worked until his retirement with Bowater Mersey Paper Company Limited in the finishing department and had a love for the outdoors especially enjoying gardening.

He is survived by his son Gary (Dawn) Roberton of Oakhill, Lunenburg County. Daughter-in-law Mary Roberton of Liverpool. Grandchildren Robby Roberton of Halifax, Jimmy Roberton of Liverpool and Shona (Scott) Dauphinee of Liverpool. Great-grandchildren Holly Roberton of Halifax, Kelly and David Dauphinee of Liverpool. Special friends and neighbors Jack and Lynn Conrad of Brooklyn.

He is predeceased by his loving wife Leota June (Kelly), son Leigh, brothers William and Robert and sisters Bernice Lucas, Cassie Wagner, Helen Coates and Gladys Cooke.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, January 25th, 2012 at 2.00 p.m. in Seaside Cemetery, Brooklyn. Lay Minister Peter Anthony officiating. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to  Mersey Branch #38 Royal Canadian Legion, Liverpool. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.

 

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