BURGESS, David Rupert "Dave"
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, August 19, 2019
Age 77, of Windsor, passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, on Saturday, August 17, 2019 in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born January 17, 1942 in Howley, N.L., he was the son of the late Lewis and Francina (Oxford) Burgess. Dave was truly dedicated to everything in which he was involved. His faith and involvement at Windsor United Church was an integral part of who he was. He was always there to serve and lend a helping hand, no matter the task. He also played a vital role as a Lion with the Windsor & District Lions Club for 38 years. Dave took great pride as a Commanding Officer with the 106 Windsor Regional Air Cadet Squadron. Dave was a great friend and mentor to many and always greeted everyone with a smile and welcoming handshake.

Dave is survived by his beautiful wife of 55 years, the former Patricia "Pat" Willis; son, Paul (Sue); daughter, Shauna Cater; sisters, Donna Hollett (Ches), Rosemary Ivany (Ross), Norma Brace and Carol Conrad; grandchildren, Megan Cater, Ryan Harvie (Courtney), Nick Harvie, Blair Rowbotham (Megan) and Jacquie Judges (Richard); and great-grandchildren, Mason Harvie, Ethan and Izzy Rowbotham. Besides his parents, Dave was predeceased by his brothers-in-law, Wayne Brace and Garnet Conrad.

Arrangements have been entrusted to DeMont Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317), where the family will receive visitors from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, August 21st. A Lions Service will be held at 6:30 p.m. A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, August 22nd at 11 a.m. in Windsor United Church, 613 King St., Windsor, Rev. David Hann officiating. A reception will immediately follow in Windsor United Church Annex. Interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Dave may be made to The Children's Wish Foundation of Canada, Nova Scotia Chapter, 125-202 Brownlow Ave., Dartmouth, NS B3B 1T5 (1-800-267-9474) or Windsor United Church, PO Box 2037, Windsor, NS B0N 2T0. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting: www.demontfamilyfuneral home.ca

COOKE, Elizabeth "Liz" Anne (Murphy)
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, August 13, 2019
Elizabeth Anne Cooke (Murphy), age 70, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 10th in Debert Court. Liz was born on October 10, 1948 in St. John's Newfoundland to Adrian Murphy and the late Bernadine Murphy (Phillips). She spent her childhood years in Debert before moving to Lornevale to raise her family.

Liz was blessed to have found the love of her life in husband, Ralph, with whom she spent 54 years creating a beautiful love story. Her greatest pride was her family. She taught her four girls what it was to love without reservation and how to live each moment with joy, taking nothing for granted. When at home she could often be found in her favourite rubber boots, gardening gloves or fishing rod in hand. She loved hats of every type, colour and shape. She treasured her Frenchys visits with Tina, her berry picking with Phyllis and her road trips with Ralph. Liz had a smile that lit up a room and a grin that said, I am up to mischief. She was always up for anything that involved laughter and never lost her sense of humour.

Liz is survived by her husband of 54 years, Ralph; her daughters, Theresa Cooke, Nancy MacKenzie (Phillip), Helen O'Brien (Andrew); beloved grandchildren, Martina, Adam, Megan, Jordan, Kalie, Connor, Sawyer, Ian, Sean and Faith as well as many great grandchildren. She will be lovingly remembered by her father, Adrian; her sisters, Tina, Suzanne, Bernadine, Cathy and Michelle; her brothers, Adrian, David, Tommy and Eugene; sister-in-law, Phyllis and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her youngest daughter, Debra Olmstead; her mother Bernadine Murphy, her brother, Daniel Murphy; her mother-in-law, Anna Cooke as well as her father-in-law, Perley Cooke.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude for the loving care that both Liz and Ralph received during the three years when Liz lived at Debert Court and in particular, her last precious days. Visitation will be held Thursday, August 15th from 1 pm until time of Memorial Service at 2pm in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Truro with Keith Selwyn Smith, DLM officiating. Reception to follow. Interment at a later date in Folly Mountain Cemetery. Donations in her name may be directed to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Live Webcasting will begin at 1:58pm Atlantic Time and is available with online condolences at: www.ColchesterCommunity.com

DOWNEY, Earl Lloyd
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, August 22, 2019
Of Oakville, Ont. It is with heartbreaking sadness that we announce the passing of Earl Lloyd Downey on Monday, August 19, 2019. Born in Buchans, N.L. on January 27, 1943 and raised in Winterton, N.L. to Harold and Laura (Pelley) Downey. At the young age of 16 joined the Royal Bank of Canada in Heart's Content, N.L. having had 40 years of service with them. His career took him from Newfoundland to Nova Scotia, back to Newfoundland, back to Nova Scotia, then onto Montreal and finally Toronto.

Earl was predeceased by his parents and his father and mother-in-law, Earl and Mary Redmond (of Dartmouth). Left to mourn with broken hearts are his wife of 53 years, Brenda Mary Sharon (Redmond); daughters, Jill Suzann (Michael), Danette Joann (Scott); and his most cherished grandson, Ben. Also leaving behind brothers, Max (Sylvia) and family, Bob (Donna) and family; sisters-in-law, Linda (Jack) Olsen and family, Ann Louise (Stan) Iwanski and family; Catherine Redmond, and Terri (Jon) MacDonald and family.

Over his career Earl had many long-time banking friends with whom he kept in touch and long-time golfing buddies, Hugh, Bob and Wayne. He cherished their friendship. Special thanks to our friends, Wayne and Norma Ingaldson for their long-time friendship and his care during his illness. Many thanks to the kind and compassionate doctors and nurses at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. A special thank you to Dr. Christine Ribic of St. Joseph's Hospital in Hamilton who treated and guided Earl through his kidney transplant and beyond. He had a wonderful admiration for her.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Kopriva Taylor, 64 Lakeshore Rd. East in Oakville. Visitation will be today, Thursday, August 22nd from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with funeral service Friday, August 23rd at 10 a.m. in St. Dominic's Church, Rebecca Street, Oakville. Reception to follow in the Parish Centre. No flowers by request, instead donations may be made in Earl's name to the transplant department at St. Joseph's in Hamilton, or a charity of your choice. Earl was our gift and we shall be forever grateful. Online condolences by visiting: www.dartmouthfuneralhome.ca

LAKE, Peter Joseph
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, August 23, 2019
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father and grandfather Peter on August 21, 2019. Born in St. Kyran's, N.L., on May 13, 1933. He was a son of the late Patrick and Maggie Lake (Fewer) (Dunville, N.L.). He was predeceased by his loving wife, Loretta Lake; brothers, John (Loretta), Thomas; sister, Madeleine. He was the father of five: Leslie (Chris), Debbie Savory (Clayton), Joe Lake (Allison), Julie Mills (Peter), Kevin Lake (Shannon). Grandfather of six: Michael Robar (Erin), Morgan Lake, Noah Mills, Chloe Mills, Olivia Lake, and Ashley Mullen (Blake). Great-grandfather of three: Austin, Brookland, and Gauge. Peter also leaves behind his brothers, Jerome (Loretta), Aloyius (Hannah); his sister-in-law, Stella; and his many nieces and nephews whom he loved very much.

Peter was a man who touched many hearts and was always ready to lend a helping hand. He started fishing in Newfoundland at the age of 17 before moving to the mainland. He took "a chance" when he didn't even know what it meant. That "chance" was to go fishing on deck, and later Dad worked his way up to being one of the best engineers on the scallop fleet in Lunenburg. He then took another "chance" when he landed the job of engineer for the (BIO) Canadian Coast Guard for 13 years. While he was physically away from home, his heart and presence were always felt. Dad decided to retired at the age of 64, but it wasn't long before he got bored at home, so he volunteer for 15 years with the Ground Search and Rescue of Lunenburg County. Being a self-taught engineer he was always ready to tackle any obstacle thrown his way. Dad was always ready with a joke at hand and had an infectious sense of humour. He was the definition of a family man and had only love to give to all.

Visitation will be held today, Friday, August 23rd from 7-9 p.m. in Sweeny's Funeral Home, 35 York St., Bridgewater. A memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 24th in St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Bridgewater. A reception will be held following the service in St. Joseph's Parish Center. Interment will be held in Brookside Cemetery, Bridgewater following the reception. Donations can be made to Lunenburg County Ground Search and Rescue or Heart and Stroke Foundatio of Nova Scotia. Family flowers only please. The family would also like to thank the staff at Queens General Hospital in Liverpool. On-line condolence and donations may be made by visiting: www.sweenysfuneralhome.com

LITTLE, Bruce Martin
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, August 22, 2019
Age 54, of Halifax, passed away at home on Monday, August 19, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Husband and father, Bruce died following a prolonged battle with cancer. Bruce was born in St. John's, N.L. in 1964. He was the eldest son of Anne and Gray Little and brother to Greg and Chris. He attended Saint Mary's University where he studied Geology, graduating in 1988. He is survived by his loving family, his wife, Cathy, of 30 years; and his adoring sons, Gray (29) and Ryan (27), who loved him dearly. Bruce was, above all, an unbelievably loving and committed father and husband who cannot be replaced. For those that knew Bruce, he will be fondly remembered by his stories and his quips, holding court wherever he went. A sense of humour unmatched by anyone and a loving spirit that cared for all of those around him; laughter followed him wherever he went. A Memorial service will be held Friday, August 23rd, at 2 p.m. in Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for a donation to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada in memory of Bruce. Online condolences may be made by visiting: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com (Dartmouth Chapel).

MOORE, Lisa Denise
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, August 12, 2019
Age 48, of Lower Sackville, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2019 in the VG Site, QEII. Born in Grand Falls, N.L. Lisa was a passionate registered nurse, she devoted her good soul to caring for others in the community, most recently with the VON and the Halifax Hospice. She will be deeply missed by her parents, Gorden and Phyllis Moore; husband, David Roque; son, Cassandro; sister, Lori Snow (Jason); brother, Andrew Moore (Martina); nieces and nephew, Sophia and Charlotte Snow, Liam and Lila Moore; many friends and extended family. A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 15th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Atlantic Funeral Home, 125 Sackville Dr. The funeral will take place on Friday, August 16th at 2 p.m. in Halifax Metro Vineyard, 1129 Sackville Dr. For those wishing, donations to the Halifax Hospice or Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Online condolences may be sent to: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com Sackville Chapel.

SIMMS, Henry Phillip
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, August 23, 2019
Age 89 of Halifax, passed away August 20, 2019 in QEII Health Sciences Centre with his family by his side. Born in Pass Island, N.L., he was a son of the late Matthew and Eliza (Spencer) Simms. Henry was the most amazing and kind-hearted man you would every want to meet, and thanked everyone. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and worked 28 years as a Longshoreman. He will be truly missed and he now goes with his loving wife Mary of almost 65 years. He is survived daughters, Joan (Ed), Wolfville; Debby (Richard), Eastern Passage; Barbara (Peter), Halifax; Mary (Bill), Dartmouth; son, Phillip (Mary), Hamilton, Ont.; sisters, Kitty and Dorothy, and brother, Albert, all of Newfoundland; five granchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three great great-grandchildren. A family service will be held at a later date. Donatons may be made to Canadian Cancer Society.