Obituaries in Chronological Order for APRIL, 2005

MEISTER, Delbert St. Clare "Del"
MEISTER, Delbert St. Clare "Del" - 80, Halifax, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 6, 2005, in the QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Forties, Lunenburg Co., he was a son of the late Michael and Hazel (Hiltz) Meister. Del was a well-known Halifax businessman and will be remembered as a loving father and beloved grandfather. He is survived by his companion, Pat LeFaive, Halifax; son, Delbert (Helen), Halifax; daughters, Pamela (Norman) Brooks, Bedford; Laurie Ann (Brian) Beaver, Halifax; brother, Charles (Geraldine), Bridgewater; sisters, Marguerite (Jack Rolfe), Halifax; Faye (Phil Backman), Chester Basin; Jean (Ernie) Pile, Toronto; Peggy Bale, Florida; grandchildren, Katrina, Lindsay, Mathew, Jodie, Tiffany, Chad; great-grandchild, Connor; a number of nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Eva Murphy; brother, Ken; sisters, Helen and Alma. It was Del's wishes to return home to his birthplace. Funeral will be held 2 p.m. Monday, April 11, in St. Augustine's Anglican Church, Forties, Lunenburg Co., Rev. Leonard Bednar officiating. Burial in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Canadian Cancer Society and/or the VG Site, QEII Palliative Care. On-line condolences can be made at: www.rawalker.ca

MORRISON, Peter Carl
MORRISON, Peter Carl - 49, Silsbee, Tex., passed away April 7, 2005. Born in Halifax, June 20, 1955, he was a son of Ewen Morrison and the late Fern (Ernst) Morrison. Peter, a bricklayer by trade, had spent the last eight years in Texas. He grew up in Fall River and Pigott Lake and had lived a number of years in Fox Point, before going to Texas. He was always generous with his time and skills to family and friends. A hard and tireless worker, Peter was constantly on the go. He is survived by his wife, Alma (Balzerette); stepsons, Christopher and Jason; daughter, Melissa (Matthew) Smith, Sackville; son, Shawn (Athena), Halifax; grandchildren, Juliette and Meadow; sister, Carol (Cameron) Snow, Fall River; brothers, Ewen (Sherry), Yarmouth; Wayne (Lynn), Oakfield; Richard (Susan), Shubenacadie; James (Janet), St. Margaret's Bay; several nieces and nephews. The family will receive visitors 7-9 p.m. Friday, April 15, with memorial service 1 p.m. Saturday, both in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, 13549 Peggy's Cove Road, Tantallon, Rev. Michael H. Mitchell officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

McEACHERN, Carl E.
McEACHERN, Carl E. - 82, formerly of Black Point, passed away April 8, 2005, in Melville Lodge, Halifax. Born in Boutilier's Point, he was the eldest son of the late Donald and Eunice (Eldershawe) McEachern. Carl served overseas with the West Nova Scotia regiment during the Second World War. Upon returning from service, he took up residence in Black Point and was employed at the former Can-exel Plant in East River as a Stationary Engineer. He was a member of Black Point Fire Department and held the position as chief from 1962-1966. Surviving are brothers, Lester (Barb), Harry, Cecil (Clarice), all of Boutilier's Point, and many nieces and nephews. Carl will be dearly missed by his friend, Lilly MacDonald. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Wilnoff; brothers, Duncan and a brother, Gordon, in infancy. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Ronald A. Walker Funeral Homes. At Carl's request, there will be no visitation or funeral service. A committal service will take place 10 a.m. Monday, April 11, in Black Point Cemetery, Rev. Carolyn Palmer officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the IWK Health Centre Foundation and/or Lung Association of Nova Scotia, or charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. On-line condolences can be made at: www.rawalker.ca

COLE, Gregory Andrew
COLE, Gregory Andrew - 57, Gold River, passed away April 9, 2005, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII, after a lengthy illness. Born in Queensland on December 24, 1947, he was the son of Dr. Philip Cole, Hubbards and Mary Cole, Chester. He was an avid hunter and sports fisherman and loved gardening. Besides his parents, he is survived by his wife, the former Carolyn Floyd; son, Brad, Chester; daughter, Thaila (Troy McDow), Chester Basin; grandson, Javin McDow; sister, Sheila Hamblen, Hammonds Plains; several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Hubbards. A private family burial will be held at a later date. Donations may be made to the SPCA in Lunenburg County. It is with heartfelt thanks the family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at both the South Shore Regional Hospital and the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII, for their care and compassion while Greg was a patient. On-line condolences can be made at: www.rawalker.ca

HARNISH, Tony Odess
HARNISH, Tony Odess - 42, East River, passed away April 11, 2005, in the QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born in Halifax, April 12, 1962, he was the son of Odess and Carol (Harnish) Harnish, Mill Cove. Tony's love for his family will be remembered by all that knew him. He and his daughter, Lori-Ann had special interest in their classic 69 Camaro. Tyler and his father enjoyed their involvement in minor hockey. Tony was avid sport fisherman, hunter and ATVer. He spent many hours at his cottage on Fox Point Lake and will be remembered by many of the residents cruising the lake with his friends on his love boat. Besides his parents, he is survived by his wife, the former Cindy R. Cook; son, Tyler; daughter, Lori-Ann, both at home; brothers, Randall (Tina), Liverpool; Kirk, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.; sister, Gail, Mill Cove; maternal grandmother, Helen Harnish, Mill Cove; brothers-in-law, David Cook, Sackville; Randy (Dawn) Cook, East River; sisters-in-law, Darlene (Danny) Kaizer, East River; Christine (Wade) Oakley, Beech Hill; numerous uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews. The family will receive visitors 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Hubbards. Funeral service 11 a.m. Friday in St. Stephens Anglican Church, Chester, Rev. Jim McCorriston and Rev. Dan Green officiating. Burial to follow in St. George's Church Cemetery, East River. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Palliative Care, VG Site, QEII, Halifax. On-line condolences may be made to: www.rawalker.ca "Never say never."

HUBLEY, Marie Amanda
HUBLEY, Marie Amanda - 75, Seabright, passed away Sunday, April 17, 2005, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Seabright, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Margaret (Dempsey) Deal. Marie was well-known for her quick wit and great sense of humour. She kept a scrapbook and made journal entries daily of all events of everyday life. She loved outings with her family, as well as tea time with friends and neighbours. She looked forward to daily telephone calls with her friends, Jean and Florence. She is survived by son, Paul, Halifax; daughter, Diane (Barry) Whiting, Seabright; brother, John, Seabright; sisters, Geraldine "Dolly" and Eileen Sheppard, both of Halifax; grandchildren, Sandra Whiting, Seabright; Barry Jr. (Alicia) Whiting, Halifax. She was predeceased by her husband, Winfred. The family will receive visitors 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, 13549 Peggy's Cove Rd., Tantallon. Funeral service 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Margaret's of Scotland Church, Glen Margaret, Father Jim Richards officiating. Burial to follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Northwood Foundation or Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation. On-line condolences can be made at: www.rawalker.ca

BARNES, Donald
BARNES, Donald - 83, Head of St. Margaret's Bay, passed away April 21, 2005, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Born in Black Point, he was a son of the late Charles and Edna (Hubley) Barnes. He is survived by his children, Hazel (Wayne) Coolen, Eric (Anita) and Linda Fenton; grandchildren, Michael, Laura Lee, Carrie, Chris, and Michelle. He was predeceased by his wife, Helen; brothers, Allen, Henry and Ray; son-in-law, George Fenton. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Ronald A. Walker Funeral Homes. At Dad's request there will be no funeral. His children and grandchildren will bury him and Mom, who passed away on August 27, 2004, together, at a later date. Thank you to the VON and QEII 8.4 staff for your wonderful care. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of choice. On-line condolences can be made at: www.rawalker.ca