BUCKLAND, Ada Marion
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 18, 2006
BUCKLAND, Ada Marion - 94, Halifax, passed away peacefully in Northwood Centre on December 13, 2006. Born August 13, 1912, in Grand Bruit, N.L., she was a daughter of the late Frederick and Mary Parsons. She was predeceased by her husband, Roland; brothers, Allan and Willis. She is survived by siblings, Donald, Mona, and Ena. She was the cherished and dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Fred and Marie and precious grandmother of Todd, Sean, Sarah, Anna and great-grandmother of Matthew and Hayley. No visitation by request. Family funeral service under the direction of Atlantic Funeral Home. Interment in St. John's Cemetery, Halifax. Our sincere appreciation and thanks to the staff of Northwood Centre 4^th floor for their care and compassion. A special thank you to Dr. MacWhirter. On-line condolences may be made at: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com

CAMPBELL, Vincent Joseph
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 4, 2006
CAMPBELL, Vincent Joseph - 47, Ship Cove, N.L., formerly of Sheaves Cove, N.L., died Sunday, November 19, 2006, due to a tragic accident. Surviving are common-law wife, Donna; children, Vanessa Campbell, Brandon Campbell, Megan Campbell, Ryan Campbell, Ashley Campbell, Melissa Slauenwhite; parents, Ambrose and Rhona Campbell; brothers, Rod, David, Bernard, Bob, Benny, Richard, Clem, Danny; sisters, Elsie, Nina, Ann, Rena; granddaughter, Trinity; relatives and friends. Visitation and funeral were held in St. Joseph's Chapel, Sheaves Cove. Funeral arrangements were under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, Stephenville, N.L.

CHAULK, Wilson
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 26, 2006
CHAULK, Wilson - 73, Halifax, passed away Sunday, December 24, 2006, in the VG Site, QEII. Born in Port aux Basques, N.L., he was a son of the late Stanley and Frances Chaulk. He was retired from HMC Dockyards as an Electrical Supervisor. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, the former Nellie Hiscock; daughter, Michelle (Tony) Parsons, Halifax; a very special grandson, Brandon, Halifax, whom he enjoyed watching play hockey and dancing; extended children, John, Gideon, Minnie, and David; brothers, Frederick and Charlie; sisters, Annie Underhill, Eileen Warren and Phyllis Frances. He was predeceased by several siblings. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. today and funeral service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, December 27, both in Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd., Halifax, Rev. Heather Hemming officiating. Interment will be in Oakridge Memory Gardens, Lower Sackville. Donations in Wilson's memory may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or a charity of ones choice. On-line condolences may be sent to: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com

CROCKER, Marie S.
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 8, 2006
CROCKER, Marie S. - Halifax, passed away at her home on Sunday, December 3, 2006. Born in Robinson's, N.L., she was a daughter of the late Llewellyn and Elizabeth (Chaffey) Shears. She is survived by son, Dr. John Crocker and wife Frances, Halifax; daughter, Norma Hase, Birmingham, Ala.; sister, Mary Greening, Toronto; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Marie was predeceased by her husband, John; daughters, Elizabeth Anne Beckett and Isabella Holden; as well as two brothers and four sisters. Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service will be held at a later date. E-mail condolences to: snowfh@alderwoods.com

CROCKER, Paul Lemuel
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 13, 2006
CROCKER, Paul Lemuel - 50. It is with broken hearts that Paul's family announce his passing on December 11, 2006, in Saint John Regional Hospital, succumbing to injuries received earlier in the day in an industrial accident. He was born in Corner Brook, N.L., where his loving parents, Jim and Ruby Crocker, still reside. He is survived by his only love and wife of 27 years, Heather; his beloved children, Alex and Alana, all of Dartmouth. He also leaves to mourn sister, Denise (Kaj) Hedin and their children Caroline and James of Calgary; brother, Brian (May) Crocker and their son Shawn of Ghana; and sister, Vicki of Corner Brook, as well as Heather's family, Calvin and Ruby Chaffey and Barbara and Mark Jackson of Edmonton.

Paul was a highly skilled diesel mechanic, leaving Newfoundland in 1977 to work in Edmonton. He and Heather returned east in 1981 where by 1985 he became a co-owner of the former Provincial Diesel Repair in Burnside. He worked long and hard to build the successful business which was sold in 1997. His reputation as a mechanic and mentor was widely known. Never one to sit idle, he became self-employed and worked mainly for Waterworks Construction, recently accepting the new challenge of becoming a licensed crane operator.

Besides being a devoted family man, Paul's other main passion in life was scuba diving. He spent many happy hours in the water with his diving buddies, preferring the high tech world of wreck diving off our coast. He was a wonderful son, brother, husband, and father and will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Capable, dependable, a rock to lean on and to learn from, that was our Paul.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth. There will be no visitation by family request. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, December 15, in Atlantic Funeral Home Chapel with a reception to follow. Private family interment will take place at a later date. Family flowers only. Donations in Paul's memory to a charity of choice would be appreciated. On-line condolences are available by visiting: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com

HARDING, Edward John "Ed"
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 21, 2006
HARDING, Edward John "Ed" - 61, Chester, died December 15, 2006, in the VG Site, QEII, Halifax. Born in St. John's, N.L., Ed was the only son of the late Edward and Bridget (George) Harding. Ed was a radar tech in the Royal Canadian Navy, a life member and past president of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 44, Chester. After his retirement he spent his time driving the school bus for South Shore Regional; being president of East Chester Recreation, running their bingos and truly enjoyed playing crib.

Ed is survived by his beloved wife, Betty (Baroni); sons, Sean (Christeena), Chester; Scott (Gina), Hammonds Plains, and his pride and joy, granddaughter, Skylar; sisters, Mary Walker, Dartmouth; Joann (Harold) Fowler, St. John's, N.L., and Cecilia (Graham) Dawe, CBS, N.L. Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 20, in Chester United Baptist Church with Rev. Dan Green officiating. Interment will follow in Bayview Cemetery, Chester. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of one's choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Davis Funeral Home, Chester. A special thank you for all the support from the staff on 9A at the VG Site, QEII.

HENEBURY, William Walter "Bill"
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 12, 2006
HENEBURY, William Walter "Bill" - 60, Spryfield, loving husband of 36 years to Judith "Judy" (Beazley) Henebury, passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2006, at his residence. Born in Point May, N.L., he was a son of Effie (Noseworthy) and the late Thomas Henebury. For 11 years, Bill had been employed with Crane Supply as a receiver, retiring in 2000. He was an avid sports fan who loved watching sports on television. He will be especially remembered as a lifelong Montreal Canadiens fan.

Bill loved his family dearly, especially his special grandsons. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his wife, Judy; his mother, Effie, Halifax; his sons, Bill, at home; Bruce (Elizabeth), Halifax; and Raymond, at home; his brothers, Raymond (Kathleen) Noseworthy, Harbour Breton, N.L.; James (April) Henebury, Lower Sackville; John (Valerie) Henebury, Beaver Bank; Arthur (Sharon) Henebury, Upper Sackville; Carol (Paulette) Henebury, Bridgewater; and sister, Margaret Pye (Patrick), Lower Sackville. "Grampy" will also be missed by his grandsons, Alexander and Daniel, as well as many cousins; his special nephew, Jonathan; his special niece, Katie; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Thomas, and sister, Kathleen (Gordie) Drysdale. Resting in J. Albert Walker Funeral Home (2005) Ltd., Spryfield (477-5601), where visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, December 14, at 10 a.m. in St. Michael's Roman Catholic Church, Spryfield, with Father Rob Arsenault as celebrant. Interment in Fairview Lawn Cemetery. Family flowers only by request. The family would appreciate donations in memory of Bill made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. On-line condolences may be sent to: wfh2005@ns.sympatico.ca

KETTLE (Hillier), Mary Frances
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 22, 2006
KETTLE (Hillier), Mary Frances - 85, Lower Sackville. It is with great regret that we announce the gentle passing of our loving mother and friend on December 20, 2006, in the VG Site, QEII. Born in Grand Bay/Port aux Basques, N.L., on September 14, 1921, to parents Albert and Cedella (Kettle) Osborne.

Mary is survived by daughters, Elaine (Jim) Laurie, Lower Sackville, and Kathleen (William) Tummonds, East Uniacke; sons, Albert (Jewel) Hillier, Halifax, and Philip (Nancy) Hillier, Lower Sackville; sister, Edna Parsons, Mount Pearl, N.L.; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by husbands, Uriah Hillier and Maxwell Kettle; sisters, Hilda and Ida.

Mary lived a very full, active and lengthy life and was blessed with excellent health except for the last two months. Her pride and enjoyment in her home and family was evident to all who met her. She loved to travel south in the winters, enjoyed gardening, sewing and knitting. She took a keen interest in the lives of both her children and grandchildren and was always there to participate in what ever was happening. Mary was a member of St. Margaret of Scotland Church and the Mothers' Union of St. Francis by the Lakes Anglican Church.

Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Atlantic Funeral Home, 125 Sackville Dr., Lower Sackville. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, December 23, in St. Margaret of Scotland Church, 3751 Robie St., Halifax, Celebrant Archdeacon Dianne C. Parker and Rev. Mark Kingsbury Assistant. Reception to follow at the church. Very special thanks to nursing staff of 9B Centennial for their thoughtfulness and care. Family flowers only. Donations in Mary's memory may be made to any charity or church of choice. On-line condolences may sent to the family by visiting: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com

LAVEY, John Robert "Jack"
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 27, 2006
LAVEY, John Robert "Jack" - 78, Dartmouth, passed away December 26, 2006, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born July 19, 1928, in Wood Island Harbour, N.L., he was a son of the late Robert and Louisa (Dodge) Lavey. Jack was raised in Terranceville, N.L., and came to Halifax in 1956 where he resided for the remainder of his life. He is survived by his wife, Rose (Langer) Lavey; stepchildren, Donald Tracey (Brenda), Ontario; Ronald Langer (Cindy), Dartmouth; Selina Sheppard (Derrick), Dartmouth; Darlene Kean (Kirk), Newfoundland; Shirley McDougall (Jack), North Carolina; Laurel Langer, Dartmouth; William Langer, Dartmouth; sister, Mary Myles (Arch), Newfoundland; 20 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Joe and George. The family would like to offer special thanks to the 8th floor, QEII nursing staff for their wonderful care of Jack and the support given to the family. Visiting will be 7-9 p.m. Thursday with memorial service 11 a.m. Friday, Rev. Patricia Malin officiating, both in Dartmouth Funeral Home, 29 Queen St., Dartmouth. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

MILES, Ivy Laura
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 26, 2006
MILES, Ivy Laura - Passed away peacefully with her family at her side in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston, December 23, 2006, at the age of 89. Born in Boxey, Fortune Bay, N.L., she was a daughter of the late Frank and Alvina (Blagdon) Miles. She was a member of St. Andrew's Anglican Church, Mulgrave. Beloved wife of the late Edwin Miles Sr. , loving mother of Chester (Bernadine) and Edwin Miles Jr. (Mildred), dear sister of Charles Skinner. Cherished grandmother of Sherry, Bernadine, Bernadette, Nicholas, Katherine and four great- grandchildren. She was predeceased by great-granddaughter, Alyssa Miles. Visitation will be at Mulgrave and Area Resting place on Wednesday, December 27, from 2- 4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place in St. Andrew's Anglican Church, Mulgrave, at 2 p.m., December 28, with Rev. Susan Best officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Donations in memory of Ivy can be given to St. Andrew's Anglican Church Fund or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com

PEARO, Laura Belle
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 21, 2006
PEARO, Laura Belle - 92, Halifax, passed away December 13, 2006, in Parkstone Enhanced Care. Born in Curling, N.L., she was a daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (Cooper) Hilliard. She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth, Halifax; sister, Pearl, Corner Brook, N.L.; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Lester (RCMP Marine Division); brothers, Bill and Hayward; sisters, Alice, Lavina, Martha. No visitation by Laura's request. A private service and burial was held in Fairview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. E-mail condolences to: snowfh@alderwoods.com

QUANN, William Thomas
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 26, 2006
QUANN, William Thomas - 79, Halifax, passed away on December 24, 2006, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in Rencoutre East, Fortune Bay, N.L., he was the son of the late Joseph and Gertrude Quann. He is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Irene (Monk); daughter, Patricia (Dereck) Boudreau; grandson, Kristopher; great-grandson, Evan, and sister, Mary. Bill was a rigger most of his life, loved to hunt and fish and selling at the flea markets. He was predeceased by sister, Jane and Ann. Visitation will be held 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday in J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, December 28, in J.A. Snow Funeral Home Chapel. No flowers please due to allergies. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Nova Scotia, Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of choice. E-mail condolences to: snowfh@alderwoods.com

RODGERS, Evelyn
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 21, 2006
RODGERS, Evelyn - Halifax, passed away peacefully December 17, 2006, in the Palliative Care Unit, VG Site, QEII, after a lengthy illness. Born August 27, 1923, in Anderson's Cove, N.L., she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Rebecca (Bond) Burton. She was a loving and caring mother who enjoyed times with her family. She was well-known for her knitting and kindness shown to all.

Surviving are sons, Anthony "Tony" (Sally) Rodgers, Halifax; William "Bill" Rodgers (Dawn Leslie), Enfield; daughter, Nancy (Glenn) Perrott, Whites Lake; grandchildren, Brent (Wendy) Perrott, Bayside; Scott Perrott, Whites Lake; Lee Rodgers, Halifax; Angela (Neil) Townsend, Milton, Ont.; great-grandchild, Nicholas Townsend; sister, Sadie (George) Burt, North Sydney; several nieces and nephews; special niece, Janie Riggs, Grand Bank, N.L. She was predeceased by husband, Arthur "Tony"; brothers, James, Frederick, Thomas and Calvin; sisters, Emily Melloy, Elsie Monster, Dora Dominix and Janie Piercey. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, December 19, and funeral service 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 20, both in J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or War Amp "Champs" program. Special thanks to Northwood Home Care, R.J.F. Homecare, V.O.N. Palliative Care at the VG Site, QEII, EHS Paramedics and Dr. Robert Brown.

SEYMOUR, Percy Joseph
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 4, 2006
SEYMOUR, Percy Joseph - 66, Gold River, Lunenburg Co., died December 2, 2006, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in Port aux Basques, N.L., he was a son of the late Michael and Blanche (Musseau) Seymour. Percy worked as a marine engineer at National Sea Products (High Liner Foods Inc.) in Lunenburg, for over 15 years. He was a member of Butler Branch No. 44 Royal Canadian Legion, Chester. He enjoyed playing darts and was a member of the South Shore Men's District Dart League.

Percy is survived by his wife, Marilyn (Kaiser); sisters, Phyllis (Llewellyn) Osmond, Stephenville, N.L.: Vera (Carl) Penny, Fortune, N.L.; Margaret (John) Hodgeson, Eileen (Russell) Sampson, all of Sydney; Jane (Earl) Hodgeson, Marion Bridge, and Pearl (Bobby) Barrow, Ingonish; brothers, Charlie (Irene), Bert (Colleen), Raymond, all of Florence; Leonard (Lillian), Port aux Basques; Don (Geneva), Gold River; Gord (Sherry), Chester Basin; Llewellyn (Debbie), Fortune, N.L.; Dave (Jeanie), Broad Cove; granddaughter, Chantal; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one sister and two brothers. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 6, in Western Shore Cemetery, Rev. Robert Brush officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Arrangements have been entrusted to Davis Funeral Home, Chester.

SOMERTON, Ambrose
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 9, 2006
SOMERTON, Ambrose - 80, Halifax, passed away on December 5, 2006, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Ambrose was born in Portugal Cove, N.L., in 1926, a son of the late David and Bridget (Neville) Somerton. He was the last member of his family, preceded by five brothers and one sister.

Ambrose was a veteran of the Second World War with two years in the Merchant Navy and then in the RCNVR from 1942-1946 serving in the Atlantic and Pacific. In 1946 he married Charlotte Spence in All Saints Anglican Church, Springhill, officiated by Canon Knickle. He sang in the choir for 12 years and served as cub master. Ambrose was employed with Springhill Coal Mines for 14 years where there were two disasters. He received the Carnegy Gold Award for his rescue work during these disasters. The town of Springhill was also given the award in 1954 and is displayed in the town hall to this date.

Later Ambrose and family moved to Halifax where he worked one year as Sexton of St. Philips Church and became a member, and was still a member. He held the position of assistant cub master for three years. Later he received a job with the Department of Fisheries and was maintenance supervisor for 23 years. He joined the British Empire Legion Branch 17, Springhill, in 1953 then eight years later he transferred to Scotia Branch Legion No. 25. He held every other office except treasurer and secretary. He was funeral chairman for 21 years. Ambrose was also involved in the Annual Remembrance Day Service for 21 years and was Sgt. of Arms and Second in Command. He was made an honorary board member and received the Emeritus Award in 1994. He retired from the Department of Fisheries due to a disability. He was a life member of Scotia Branch Legion, then transferred to Fairview Branch No. 142 in 2001 and was still a life member.

Ambrose is survived by his wife of 60 years, Charlotte; son, Namen; daughter-in-law, Cynthia; granddaughter, Samantha; sisters-in-law, Vi and Len Parker, Forest, Ont.; Fran and Foster Dodsworth, Ottawa, Ont.; Cynthia Spence, Kentville; many nieces and nephews. Ambrose has been cremated. There will be a memorial service in St. Philips Church at the corner of Bayers Road and Connaught Avenue 2 p.m. Monday, December 11, with Rev. Dr. Brian Spence officiating with a reception to follow in the church. The ashes will be taken to Hillside Cemetery, Springhill, at a later date. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to T.K. Barnard Funeral Home, 3460 Dutch Village Rd., Halifax.
Ambrose you have not gone away - you walk beside us every day.

TRAINOR, Sister Teresa Madeline (Mary Margaret)
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 29, 2006
TRAINOR, Sister Teresa Madeline (Mary Margaret) - 92, died in Parkstone Enhanced Care on December 27, 2006. Born in St. John's, N.L., she was a daughter of the late George and Bridget (Murphy) Trainor. She entered the Sisters of Charity in Halifax in 1935 and made her Religious Profession in 1938. Sister Teresa Madeline taught school for 33 years in Staten Island and Brooklyn, N.Y.; Quebec, Que.; Bathurst, N.B.; Lawrence, Mass.; Vancouver and Kelowna, B.C. She retired from teaching and went on to Religious Studies in Edmonton. Sister did parish ministry along with visiting the infirmed both at home and in hospital. She retired to the Mount in 1982 where she continued her volunteer ministry. She is survived by sister-in-law, Agnes Trainor, St. John's, N.L., as well as nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brothers, Terence, Dermot, John Peter; sister, Ora Frances. The body will be in Mount Saint Vincent Motherhouse with visitation today from 3-7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in Mount Saint Vincent Motherhouse Chapel. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville.