BARTLETT, Amy
Wednesday, July 23, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
BARTLETT, Amy - 92, Villa Acadienne, Meteghan and formerly of Newfoundland, died July 22, 2003, in Villa Acadienne. Born in Lolly Cove, NL, she was the daughter of the late Levy John and Alice Baker. Surviving are her son, Simeon (Linda) Poole, Carleton; grandchildren, Nancy Hanhams, Amy Bishop, Lori Heim, Draper Poole; seven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Otis; brothers, Garfield and George. A graveside service will be in Belleoram Cemetery, Fortune Bay, NL. Arrangements are under the direction of Meteghan Funeral Home.

BOUTILIER (Shelley), Anne
Friday, July 11, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
BOUTILIER (Shelley), Anne - 89, 2 Convoy Run, The Berkley, Bedford, died July 9, 2003, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Born on Burnt Island, NL, she was a daughter of the late Henry and Margaret (Croucher) Shelley. She was employed by the Department of National Defense at the Bedford Magazine for several years until her retirement. Until recent years she enjoyed a variety of activities and friendships at the Bedford Leisure Club and most recently while at The Berkeley her special friend Lionel.

Surviving are brothers, Jack Shelley, Halifax; Frank Shelley (Mae), Bedford; sister-in-law, Kay Shelley, Liverpool; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Earl; brother, Walter Shelley; sisters, Christina Ivany and Dorothy Beaton. Visitation was Thursday with funeral service at 2 p.m. today, both in T.K. Barnard Funeral Home, Bedford. Private family burial will take place at a later date. Family flowers only, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Red Cross Society.

BUGDEN, Frederick "Fred"
Friday, July 4, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
BUGDEN, Frederick "Fred" - 87, Windsor Street, Sydney, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 2, 2003, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Trinity Bay, NL, he was a son of the late Joseph and Grace (Clark) Bugden. He graduated from Sydney Academy and was a member of the soccer team. Fred retired from Sydney Steel in 1966 as a welder, then in 1981, as a welding instructor at the College of Cape Breton. He was a member of the United Protestant Church of Sydney River, a life member of the Sydney Golden K and Riverdale Seniors Club. Fred enjoyed music and took part in Rotary shows, and was a member of the Golden Cords. Some of his hobbies were fishing, golf and camping. In retirement he took up landscape painting.

He is survived by his wife, Lillian (Doret) Bugden; son, Gordon (Helena), Peterborough, Ont.; daughter, Judith (Doug) Artz, Halifax; stepdaughter, Lynn (Greg) Stack, Hamilton. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren, Bruce and Andrew Bugden, Jennifer and Gregory Artz and Shane and Kelly Stack. He was predeceased by his first wife, Sadie Annesty (1974); sister, Anne Ryder; brothers, Wesley and Clarence. There will be no visitation at his request. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. today in United Protestant Church of Sydney River, Rev. Ralph Johnston officiating. Interment in Hardwood Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends in the church hall following the service. Memorials may be made to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Dialysis Unit, The Arthritis Society, Multiple Sclerosis Society, Atlantic Division or a charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Sydney Memorial Chapel. On-line condolences may be sent to: sydmemchapel@ns.sympatico.ca

CLARKE, Sarah Eunice
Saturday, July 19, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
CLARKE, Sarah Eunice - 103, Lower Sackville, died July 17, 2003, in QEII Health Sciences Centre. Born in Stephenville, NL, she was a daughter of the late Alphonse and Julia Gabriel. Surviving are daughter, Gloria L. (Wayne) Gilbert, Lower Sackville; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Theodore A. Clarke; daughter, Nancy Anita Clarke; son, James Kenneth Evans. No visitation by request. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Monday in St. Mary's Basilica, Father Williams officiating. Private family burial in Fort Massey Cemetery, Queen Street, Halifax. Arrangements are entrusted to T. K. Barnard Funeral Home, Lower Sackville.

CRAWFORD, Blaine Ashford
Saturday, July 26, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
CRAWFORD, Blaine Ashford - 46, Clarenville, NL, formerly of Oxford, Cumberland Co., passed away Saturday, July 19, 2003, in The Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital, Clarenville, NL. Born in New Glasgow, Pictou Co., he was a son of Mrs. Serena G. (Carter) Crawford, Oxford and the late Mr. Russell A. Crawford. Prior to his retirement due to illness, he was employed as a truck driver and was also employed in the lumbering industry. He will be remembered as an energetic and outgoing person. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoyed every aspect of the outdoor life.

Surviving besides his mother are his wife, the former Marie Adams, Clarenville, NL; sons, Justin Crawford and Brian Crawford, both of Truro, Colchester Co.; stepdaughters, Brittany Drover and Breanna Drover, both of Clarenville, NL, and Sarah Casey, Truro, Colchester Co.; sister, Mrs. Isabelle Lewis (George), Fenwick, Cumberland Co.; brother, Lloyd Crawford (Karen), Wentworth, Cumberland Co.; a number of nieces, nephews, cousins. Besides his father, he was predeceased by brother, Curtis Crawford; sister-in-law, Pansy Crawford; nephews, Darren Crawford and Joey Crawford; a sister in infancy. Cremation has taken place at the request of the deceased and a funeral service was held in Clarenville, NL, on Monday, July 21. A graveside committal service will be held in Riverside Cemetery, Wallace River, Cumberland Co., on Sunday, July 27, at 2 p.m. Donations may be made to ALS Society of Nova Scotia.

FOOTE, Mildred
Monday, July 28, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
FOOTE, Mildred - 77, Dartmouth, died peacefully July 26, 2003, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Recontre East, Fortune Bay, NL, she was a daughter of the late John Joseph and Alice (Hannams) Mullins. She is survived by her daughter, Janice; son, Danny (Georgia); beloved grandchildren, Emilie, John, and Eric. She is also survived by sister, Freda Sheppard, Lewin's Cove, NL; brothers, Herman, Recontre East, NL; Don, Lark Harbour, NL; many nieces and nephews including special nieces, Carol Mullins and Ilene Steinhauer. She was predeceased by her husband, Walter John; sisters, Mary and Ada (in infancy); brother, Russell. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in A.L. Mattatall Funeral Home, 217 Portland St., Dartmouth. Funeral service 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 29, in The Church of The Holy Spirit, 1 Regency Dr., Dartmouth. Interment in Dartmouth Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Lung Association of Nova Scotia or Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation. E-mail condolences to: almattatall@funeralscanada.com

HUNTER, Frank Elliott
Friday, July 4, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
HUNTER, Frank Elliott - 74, New Glasgow, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2003, at home. Born in Hampden, White Bay, NL, he was a son of Georgie (Elliott) Hunter, St. John's, NL and the late Ernest Hunter. He grew up in St. John's, NL, and attended Prince of Wales College. He retired as manager of Household Finance Corporation in New Glasgow, having also worked with the company in Toronto, Amherst, St. John's and Corner Brook. For the past several years he had worked as business manager of the Abercrombie Golf and Country Club until retiring in April of this year. He was a past president of the Abercrombie Golf and Country Club, Bluenose Curling Club and Kinsmen Clubs in New Glasgow and Corner Brook. He also enjoyed fishing and was a member of the New Glasgow Duplicate Bridge Club.

Besides his mother, he is survived by his wife, Carol (Soley) Hunter; children, Jeff (Hilda), Fall River; Bruce (Cathy), Richmond Hill, Ont.; Barbara (Angus) King, Dartmouth; Cathy (David) Woodworth, Bedford; grandchildren, Karla, Kirbey and Scott Hunter, and Hunter and Logan King; sister, Douglass (George) Pauls, Hubbards; brother, Edward "Ted" (Edna) Hunter, St. John's, NL. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday, July 6, in R.H. Porter Funeral Home, New Glasgow. Funeral service 2 p.m. Monday, July 7, in Trinity United Church, Rev. Jim Webber-Cook officiating. Burial in Abercrombie Cemetery. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or a charity of choice.

IVANY, Amanda Kathleen "Mandy"
Monday, July 14, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
IVANY, Amanda Kathleen "Mandy" - Passed away suddenly in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII, on Saturday, July 12, 2003. Born in Grand Falls-Windsor, NL, she was a daughter of Donna (Wall) and Ray Ivany, Lower Sackville. Mandy was a spirited, bright and witty 22 year old. She graduated from Nova Scotia Community College and worked for Xentel for three years. She enjoyed dance, socializing with friends and talking on the phone. Her life stood for three things: love, spirit and independence, all of which she represented fully.

She will be missed by her sister, Heather; her stepfather, Robert Wesson; her future brother-in-law, Ryan Beaton, all of Lower Sackville; aunts, uncles, cousins; her grandparents, Henry and Myrtle Wall, Grand Falls-Windsor, NL, and Raymond and Mary Ivany, St. John's, NL. She will be missed by her many friends who touched her life. Visitation 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, July 15, in Atlantic Funeral Home, 125 Sackville Dr., Lower Sackville. Memorial service 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 16, in St. John Vianney Roman Catholic Church, Lower Sackville, Father Roberto Donato officiating. Burial will be in Oakridge Memory Gardens, Lower Sackville. In lieu of flowers, donations to Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Nova Scotia, P.O. Box 341, Coldbrook, NS B4R 1B6 would be appreciated. She will be missed by all. We love you. On-line condolences may be made at: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com

JOHNSON, William James Regionald "Bill"
Friday, July 25, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
JOHNSON, William James Regionald "Bill" - 89, Halifax, passed away July 24, 2003, at home. Born in Bay L'argent, NL, he was a son of the late Joseph and Theresa (Pope) Johnson. Bill served in the Second World War, and later worked in HMC Dockyard until his retirement. He is survived by his children, Deanna (Harold) Carter, Dartmouth; Marlene Johnson, Halifax; Buddy "Reg" (Diane) Johnson, Fall River; sister, Marie (Ray) Roberts, Halifax; brothers, Russell, Ontario; Cliffton (Mary), Cape Breton; James (Glenda), Halifax; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great great-grandchild; special friend, Jayce Forgeron, Halifax. He was predeceased by his wife, Madalyn; sister, Emma; brother, Gus. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Saturday and 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday, memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, July 28, both in Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd., Halifax, Rev. Marian Burns officiating. A reception to follow in the funeral home. Burial will be held at a later date. Family flowers only. Donations in memory may be made to Camp Hill Veterans' Memorial Building, QEII. Special thanks to the Palliative Care, Victorian Order of Nurses and also Steve Coffin. On-line condolences may be made to the family at: www.atlanticfuneralhomes

LANNON, Henry James "Harry"
Saturday, July 26, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
LANNON, Henry James "Harry" - 59, Liverpool, died Friday, July 25, 2003, in Queens General Hospital. Born in Buchan's, NL, he was a son of the late James Lannon and Catherine Lannon (St. John's, NL). He served with the Canadian Armed Forces (Navy) from 1964 to 1974 onboard Restigouche, Skeena and Preserver. Following his retirement from the navy, he worked for Steel and Engine Products Limited in the stores department until 1996 when he retired due to ill health. Harry was an avid camper, loved his dogs, Krista, Reilly and J.J. as well as enjoyed being on his computer.

Harry was truly one of a kind who could turn the world on with a smile. He will always be remembered by his family and friends in only the kindest of ways as "that crazy Newfoundlander". He is survived by his wife, the former Lorna Smith; daughter, Laurenda, (Ashley Whynot), at home; granddaughter, Karen Doubleday, Liverpool; brother, Gerald, St. John's, NL; sister, Ann-Marie (Roy) Barter, Marystown, NL; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother, Gladys; grandson, David Doubleday. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers' Funeral Home, Liverpool with visitation 7-9 p.m. Sunday, July 27. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to the Queens General Hospital Foundation or The Lung Association. On-line condolences may be made to: www.chandlersfuneral.com

MacDONALD, Captain James
Monday, July 14, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
MacDONALD, Captain James - 74, Dartmouth, passed away July 13, 2003, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Isle Aux Morte, NL, he was a son of the late Michael and Annie M. (Knott) McDonald. He served with the Merchant Marine for several years and sailed with Imperial Oil for 18 years, retiring in 1989 as a Captain of Imperial Bedford. He is survived by Bill (Joan) Rennie, Dartmouth, Michelle (Mike) and son Tyler LeRue, all of New Brunswick; niece, Jane (Robert) Black, Dartmouth; grand-nephew, Michael "Super Boy" Black; niece, Brenda (Arnold) Sparkes and children, Jane, Rebecca, all of Winnipeg; several nieces and nephews; brothers, Herman (Florence), Dartmouth; Kenneth (Barbara), North Sydney; Lorne (Millie), Moncton; sister-in-law, Ollie; brother-in-law, John Wood, both of Dartmouth. He was predeceased by his wife, Dorothy; brothers, Thomas, Allan; sisters, Florence Ann, Cedella Collier, Vivian Smith. Visitation will be held 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, with funeral service 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, both in the chapel of Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth. Burial to follow in Dartmouth Memorial Gardens. A reception will follow in the funeral home. Family flowers only, donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. On-line condolences may be made at: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com

MacDONALD, John James "Jack"
Wednesday, July 30, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
MacDONALD, John James "Jack" - 82, Sydney, died Monday, July 28, 2003. Born in Grand Falls, NL, he was a son of the late John and Margaret MacDonald. He was a painter for many years. He is survived by his very good friend, Mabel Hutchings, Sydney; sons, John, David, Fred, Robert Mike, Jackie; daughters, Helen, Betty, Ruth, Janet, Kay, Judy, Carol, Linda, Brenda; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Marge; daughter, Patricia in infancy. No visitation or funeral service. Cremation will take place. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel.

MULLINS, William Benjamin "Ben"
Saturday, July 12, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
MULLINS, William Benjamin "Ben" - 83, Halifax, passed away July 7, 2003, at home. Born in Rencountre East, NL, he was a son of the late George and Lucy (Lace) Mullins. He was a fisherman all his life. He was our loving grampie Ben. He is survived by his daughter, Shirley (Harvey) Morash, Louisbourg, Cape Breton, and his other daughter, Mary Ellen King (Romeo Savoie), Halifax; grandchildren, Harvey Jr., Terry and Stephen Morash, Dale and Richard King; eight great-grandchildren; his special little girl, Ashley King; a special nephew and friend, Alfred Strowbridge, New Brunswick; sister, Georgina (the late Raymond) LeRiche; brother, Eric (Cora) Mullins, both of Port Aux Basques, NL; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his special friend of 48 years, Harriet MacDonald; brothers, Alfred and Norman; sisters, Mabel Foote, Mary Hussey, Charlotte Billard, Phoebe Savory. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Atlantic Funeral Home, Bayers Road, Halifax. A private family service will be officiated by his youngest brother, Eric Mullins at a later date. Burial will be held at sea. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to the Canadian Red Cross or Victorian Order of Nurses.

SCAMMELL, Francis Ernest
Monday, July 7, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
SCAMMELL, Francis Ernest - 86, Old Court House Branch, Truro, passed away July 4, 2003, at home. Born in Change Islands, NL, July 17, 1916, he was the youngest son of the late Frank and Louise (Dowell) Scammell. As a young man, Frank worked on various farms in Nova Scotia and received his Grade 12 provincial certificate while attending classes for two hours in the afternoon in addition to his work. Later he attended Nova Scotia Normal College and commenced his teaching career in Cape Breton, whose land and people became a great love in his life. A reflection of this was noted in his cottage in the beautiful Margaree Valley. During a brief tenure with the extension department of Saint Francis Xavier University, he became interested in the co-op movement and expended great effort towards it. In 1941 he felt the call of his country and entered the Canadian Army. He progressed through the ranks and was sent overseas as a captain serving on the general staff. After discharge in 1946, he entered the reserves with the First Battalion Nova Scotia Highlanders. There he obtained the rank of major. In the fall of 1946 he entered Nova Scotia Agricultural College and graduated at the head of his class. He was awarded the Governor General's Medal, and completed his degree in agriculture at McGill University in the spring of 1950. Following graduation in 1950, he started a highly successful career with the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture. A highly competent, professional administrator and organizer, Frank held a wide range of positions, including instructor at N.S.A.C. inspector of co-operatives, head of the marketing branch, director of marketing, as well as being an assistant to the deputy minister. He also found time to complete his Masters of Agricultural Economics at the University of Maine in 1965. He retired from the department in 1977 after a long and distinguished career. For some years after retirement, he and his wife Isobel traveled to various vacation places in Great Britain and Continental Europe. As time passed, they spent many happy vacations in beautiful Cape Breton and Newfoundland.

Frank was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He is survived by sons, Frank (Valerie), Jim (Debra), Tom (Dianne), David (Pat); daughters, Anne, Susan (Stephen) Csontos, all of Truro; as well as grandchildren, great-grandchildren and niece, Ann Blake, Victoria Cove, NL. He was predeceased by his wife, Isobel (Austin) in 2002; son, Willard in 1955; sister, Joyce Sheppard in 1977. Visitation will be held today from 7-9 p.m., funeral service Tuesday, July 8, at 2 p.m., both in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Truro, Rev. Gordon MacLean officiating. Burial in Terrace Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to A.R. Scammell Academy Scholarship Fund, Change Islands, NL A0G 1R0. On-line condolences to: colchestercommunityfh@ns.sympatico.ca

STOCKDALE, Greta May
Tuesday, July 15, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
STOCKDALE, Greta May - 86, Halifax, passed away July 14, 2003, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, in the loving company of her family. Greta was born in Recontre East, Fortune Bay, NL, October 8, 1916, she was the daughter of the late George and Madaline Lace, and she was adopted by loving parents, the late Captain George and Winnie Newport (Garnish, NL). She is survived by her husband, Ken; sons, George, David and John; daughters, Marion, Betty and Joan; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by brothers, George, Norman and John Lace; daughter, Doreen. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday in Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd., Halifax, Major Orville Cole officiating. Burial to take place in St. John's Columbarium, Halifax. In lieu of flowers, donations to Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of choice. Special thanks and blessings to the hospital staff for their care and compassion. On-line condolences to: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com

WOOD, Lily Mae
Thursday, July 10, 2003     The Halifax Herald Limited
WOOD, Lily Mae - 67, Coldbrook, Kings Co., passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2003, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Sunnyside, NL, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Johanna (Simmonds) Bennett. She spent her working career with AMCA Food Brokers, Dartmouth. She was an avid quilter, enjoyed swimming, sightseeing and travelling. She was active with the seniors social committee at the Caribbean Isles Park, Apollo Beach, Fla.

She is survived, loved and will be missed by her husband, Frederick "Fred" Wood, Coldbrook; daughters, Brenda (Kenneth) Morton, Woodville, Kings Co.; Sherry (Mark) Pineo, Berwick; Sheila (David) Skidmore, Maple Ridge, B.C.; sisters, Edna Gallant, Clayton Park, Halifax; Mary Barrett, Gander, NL; Marg Bennett, Dunville, NL; brothers, Will, Carbonear, NL; Art, Tatamagouche; grandchildren, Nissa, Johanna, Ashley, Sarah, Jillian, and Jamie. She was predeceased by sister, Hilda May; brother, Steve. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Friday, July 11, in W.C. Hiltz/White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, where funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, July 12, Canon S.J.P. Davies officiating. Burial will take place in East Halls Harbour Cemetery, Kings County. Donations in memory may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to W.C. Hiltz/White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.