CLARKE, Kevin Patrick
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 14, 2019
Age 77 years of Trenholm Lake Road, Brookfield, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2019 in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax, surrounded by the love of his family. Kevin was born on September 9, 1942 in Little Saint Lawrence, N.L., to the late Archibald and Dorothy (Turpin) Clarke. Kevin worked all across Canada, but he always yearned for the Maritimes. Kevin enjoyed a 33-year career as a member of the RCMP, with postings in Ontario, British Columbia, and Nova Scotia from which he retired. He counted many of his previous colleagues among his closet friends. Kevin was a fun-loving, gifted storyteller with a constant smile. Hockey, running, and fishing were among his favorite activities. Kevin was also a graceful ballroom dancer and he and Rosalynd danced often. Travel became a fundamental part of their retirement life. Camping locally became a Nova Scotia passion as well.

Kevin will be forever loved by his wife, Rosalynd and children, Shawn (Sue), Shannon-Lee (Mike), Melody (Richard), Sherwyn, and Darren (Charlene). Kevin will be missed by his grandchildren, Paisley, Cole, Ceilidh, Nicole, Cherise, Derryk, Hannah and Zara. He will also be remembered fondly by his godchild, Nora, and her brother Isaac. Left to cherish his memory are his sisters, Margaret Aylward and Donna Kendell; brothers, Peter, Alphonsus (Theresa), Adrian (Gloria) and Brendan (Lise). In addition to his parents, Kevin was predeceased by his first wife, Carol; and his sisters, Laura and Delores.

A funeral mass will take place in Immaculate Conception Church, 669 Prince St., in Truro on Tuesday, December 17th at 11 a.m. Father Darius Miskowicz will officiate with a reception to follow in Campbell Hall. All are welcome to attend. Interment will be held at a later date. Family flowers only. If you so wish, memorial donations in Kevin's name may be made to World Vision Canada, or a charity of your choice. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Kevin's obituary online and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com

GARDNER, Jeanette Vivian
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 16, 2019
1924 - 2019
Jeanette was born in 1924, a daughter of the late Nicholas and Belle Powell of Victoria Carbonear, N.L. Along came the Second World War, and in 1944, she fell in love with a handsome Canadian sailor, Albert Edward Gardner of Halifax. A year later, on June 19, 1945, they were married in Halifax. Thus began their lively and loving relationship for 55 years. Jeanette is survived by sons, Nicholas and Philip; three grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

Jeanette lived as any true Newfoundlander does, always striving for her and Albert to get ahead and make a success of their lives. For example, she delighted in roughing it as a Boy Scout leader and received her Wood Badge in 1958. Determined not to be outdone, she always wanted to be considered an "Educated Woman" and began attending university in the 1970's and graduated in 1978 with her BA in English from Mount St. Vincent University in Halifax. As she would say, "after the boys were out of the nest", Albert and Jeanette built a retirement home in New Minas, golfing all summer, and wintering in Florida and Victoria, B.C., only putting down the clubs at the age of 85. Lastly, it can be said that her church was the other pillar of her life. She was a devoted member of the United Church of Canada from the day she was married in Halifax in 1945 until her death.

A private committal service will be held in WillowBank Cemetery, Wolfville. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada or to Orchard Valley United Church, New Minas.

KIRBY, Edna Jean
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 4, 2019
Age 84, of Halifax, passed away December 2, 2019 with her loving family by her side. Born in Garnish, N.L., she was the eldest daughter of the late Brigadiers Baden Frank and Elizabeth (Rowe) Hallett. Jean was the mother to her entire extended family. She was a faithful member of the Salvation Army Fairview Citadel and loved the band. She had a sharp mind and regularly did the New York Times Crossword Puzzle. She was never without a book, often having two or three on the go. She was a loving, generous person, always ready with a warm welcome to anyone who came to her home, either for a short or long stay. Her loving husband Gerald, cared for her at home and missed her immensely when advancing dementia required her to move into Maplestone.

She is survived by her daughter, Debra Mitchell; sons, Frank, Donald (Susan) and Christopher (Amanda); sister, Heather (Lorne) Greene; sister-in-law, Lt. Col. June Marshall; and brother-in-law, Ambrose Harnum. She will be greatly missed by her 10 grandchildren and Lauren and Brendan (who were like grandchildren to her) as well as her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by husband, Gerald; daughter, Elizabeth; brother, Frank and sisters, Ida and Donna. We are deeply grateful for the loving care and attention our mother and our family received from the care team at Maplestone.

Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation/funeral service. A private burial will be held for the family, with Captain Brent Hass officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army Fairview Citadel Band or Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. To leave an online condolence, please visit: www.jasnowfuneralhome.com

MEISTER, Fronie
The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, December 4, 2019
Age 80, of Aylesford, Kings Co., passed away on Monday, December 2, 2019, peacefully at home. Born in Botwood, N.L., she was a daughter of the late James F. "Jim" and Amy E. (Canning) Butler. Fronie was larger than life and was well- known in the community. She was an avid reader and enjoyed jigsaw puzzles. Fronie also enjoyed her weekly bingo nights with long-time friend, Jeannie Jones, as well as years of creating beautiful Christmas crafts with her dear friend, the late Freda Small. She taught her family to go without to help others and to have a strong sense of what it means to be a family. Children and adults alike in her community are feeling a strong sense of loss as Fronie has touched many hearts with her generosity of giving to anyone who walked through her door.

Surviving are daughters, Jackie Meister (David), Aylesford; Betty Hadley, Bridgewater; Susan Meister, Aylesford; sons, George Meister, Morristown; Earl Meister (Denise), and Guy Meister (Charlene), both of Aylesford; son-in-law, Rodney Wiley, Kingston; granddaughters, Robyn Hadley (Brent), Dartmouth; Bria Hadley, Halifax; Amy Morse (Aaron), Aylesford; Isabelle Meister, Aylesford; Michelle Meister, Toronto, Ont.; grandsons, Frank Wiley, Kingston; Tommy Wiley, Spain; Sandy Meister (Dayla) and Nathan Meister, both of Aylesford; great-grandchildren, Hank Wiley, Berwick; and Gabriel Hall, Dartmouth; sister, Betty Romaine (Andy), Prince Edward Island; brother, Gerald Butler (Ann), Newfoundland. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins in Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Ontario, including her favourite niece, Charlene Peel Muise, of Auburn. Not to forget Twinkle, her cat and constant companion, who is missing Fronie greatly. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, William E. "Bill" Meister; daughters, Cathy Meister and Ida Meister-Wiley; great-grandson, Gage Meister; sisters, Ruby Barry, Hearsey Hiltz, Margaret Legere, Bonnie Butler; and Lila Peel; brothers, Ted and Kalvin Butler.

Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation at the funeral home. All are welcome to attend a service in Celebration of Fronie's life beginning at 1 p.m., Tuesday, December 10, in Aylesford & District Lions Club, 2160 Hwy. No. 1, Auburn, with Rev. Michael Fredericks officiating. Interment in Aylesford Union Cemetery, with a gathering and time of reception following from 2-4 p.m., in the lions hall. No flowers please, donations in her memory may be made to the Children's Wish Foundation of Canada. The family would like to say a special thank you to the E.H.S. Paramedics for their professionalism and assistance at the time of Fronie's passing. Arrangements have been entrusted to Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main St., toll free 1-855-825-3448. On-line guest book may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com
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