Ronald A. Walker Funeral Homes- Obituaries-Feb.2010

SNAIR, Maurice Percival "Morrie" - 74. It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Maurice Snair of Queensland on Saturday, February 6, 2010. Born in Black Point, he was the son of the late Percy and Edna (Brigley) Snair. Maurice, known as Morrie or Joe was an employee of Brookfield Bros., for many years and spent 19 years with G.C. Snair & Son as a Burner Mechanic retiring in 1990. Maurice was also a founding member of Black Point Fire Department. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Rita (MacAdams); daughter, Carol Ann (Hugh Townsend), Sims Settlement; brothers, Ronald (Shirley), Timberlea; Douglas (Jackilyn), Queensland; sister, Doris (Burnald) Harnish, Queensland and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sister, Janet. The family will receive visitors from 1-2 p.m. followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m. Wednesday, February 10, from Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Hubbards, Rev. Laurie Omstead officiating. Burial will take place at a later date from St. Johns Anglican Church Cemetery, Queensland. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or charity of your choice. On-line condolences can be made to: www.rawalker.ca

MacDONALD, Wayne Douglas - 61, of Birchy Head, passed away Tuesday, February 9, 2010, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Halifax, he was a son of Mary (Sanders) MacDonald, Sackville and the late Arthur MacDonald. Wayne will always be remembered by his wife, mother, brothers and many friends as a kind and gentle man. He was an avid sport fisherman and a Toronto Maple Leafs fan. He retired with many years of service from Canxel, East River, for medical reasons. Wayne had a special spot in his heart for animals and spoiled his cat Tabitha. Besides his mother, he is survived by his loving wife, Judy Rose (Harnish); brothers, Allan (Joslyn), Enfield; Barry, Dartmouth; Roger (Kim), St. Croix, and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive visitors from 10-11 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 11, in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Hubbards, Rev. Laurie Omstead officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the S.H.A.I.D. Tree Animal Shelter, 450 LaHave St., Unit 17, Suite 138, Bridgewater, NS B4V 4A3 or St. James Anglican Church Cemetery, Fox Point. On-line condolences can be made to: www.rawalker.ca

HARNISH, Douglas Granville- 69, of Birchy Head, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2010, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Born in East River, he was a son of the late Granville and Clara (Melvin) Harnish. Doug was known throughout our communities as a Master Mechanic and could fix any mechanical problem brought to his attention. Doug was a natural musician and could play pretty much any musical instrument. He was a local historian, knowing many of the local family trees and property lines throughout our communities. Doug will be remembered by his family and many friends as a quiet, gentle person and will be lovingly remembered by all. He is survived by his brother, Ronald, Hubbards; sister, Celia (Richard) Heisler, Birchy Head; nieces and nephews, Katrina, Hubbards; Richard (Karen), Birchy Head and Mary, Victoria, Dakota and Lincoln. The family will receive visitors 4-7 p.m. today in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Hubbards. Funeral service 2 p.m. Friday from St. Mark's Anglican Church, Mill Cove, Rev. Laurie Omstead officiating. Burial to follow in St. James Anglican Church Cemetery, Fox Point.

DEVEAU, Jennifer Anne- 58, of Haliburton Hill's passed away February 3, 2010, at home. Born in Wolfville, she was a daughter of the late Reginald and Stella (Mott) Murphy. She is survived by her husband, Paul; sons, Noel, Dartmouth; Luke, Halifax; brother, John Murphy, Bedford; sisters, Theresa Wilson, Auburn; Toni Heatley, Middle Musquoidoboit; Linda Collins, Bundaburg, Australia; grandchildren, Brandon and Logan. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her brother, Drew Murphy. A time to celebrate and remember Jennifer's life will be held 2-4 p.m. Friday, February 19th, in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, 13549 Peggy's Cove Rd., Tantallon. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or QEII Foundation. On-line condolences can be made to: www.rawalker.ca

SNAIR, Clifford Ross- 80, of Ingramport, passed away Thursday February 10, 2010, at home. Born in Ingramport, he was a son of the late Firman and Nellie (Manuel) Snair. Clifford worked for 45 years with Schwartz & Sons until he retired five years ago. He was a gardener, loved planting flowers and tried his green thumb at growing pumpkins. He loved to hunt, fish and enjoyed the outdoors. Clifford lived the life he wanted to live. He was a kind and generous to his friends and family. He will be missed by all. Survived by his brothers, Eric, Oakville, Ont.; Malcolm, Hubbards; Albert, Boutilier's Point; sisters, Dorothy Lohnes, Hubbards; Elizabeth Childs, Halifax; Kathleen "Toots" Nickerson, Burlington, Ont.; Gwen Brown, Milton, Ont.; and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers, Gordon in infancy, Keith, Dan, Reginald, Arthur and Byron; sister, Evelyn Waltherr. A service celebrating Clifford's life will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday February 16 in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Hubbards, Rev. Mark Marshall officiating. Burial to follow in St. James Anglican Church Cemetery, Boutilier's Point. On-line condolences can be made to: www.rawalker.ca

MEEKINS, Cecil Embert- 92, of Fox Point, Lunenburg Co. It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Cecil E. Meekins, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, on Wednesday, February 17, 2010, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater, after a brief battle with cancer. Born in Lower Five Islands, he was the son of the late Amos and Eva (Pugsley) Meekins. Cecil was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was a Second World War veteran and served with the Canadian Army. Cecil was employed with Burns Fisheries, Hubbards and later with the Corps of Commissionaires at Canadian Forces, Mill Cove, until his retirement. He loved animals and his ducks that would fly to the front yard when called to be fed. He will be sadly missed by family and friends. A special thank you to Dr. Heather Robertson and the nurses on the third floor. Surviving are his loving wife of 63 years, the former Beulah Coolen; daughters, Jeanne (Arles) Harnish and Judy (Gary) Harnish of Fox Point; grandchildren, Arles Jr. (Jennifer), Jacqueline (Michael), Krista and Crystal; great-grandchildren, Dawson, Natasha, Jade, Alexander, Miles, Mason and Chasity. He was predeceased by brothers, Thomas, James, Harvey, Asa and Amos and sisters, Alice and Marybelle. No visitation by request. There will be a private graveside service in Seventh Day Adventist Cemetery, Fox Point with Pastor Reid Coolen officiating. All arrangements entrusted to Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Hubbards. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to S.H.A.I.D. Tree Animal Shelter, 450 LaHave St., Unit 17, Suite 138, Bridgewater, NS B4V 4A3. On-line condolences can be made to: www.rawalker.ca

JOLLIMORE, Wayne Lionel- 69, of Queensland, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2010, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late Margeson and Aileen (Seaboyer) Jollimore. Wayne loved the outdoors. He really enjoyed spending time at the camp, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, and ATVing. He enjoyed driving by the ocean and he spent many pleasant afternoons and evenings driving back the Mersey. Wayne had spent a short term in the army before he was employed with the Department of National Defence as a driver with over 30 years service, retiring in 1997. Over the years he made many trips to Boston for Atlantic Sea Products. Wayne is survived by his companion of 44 years, Marilyn; their two children, Craig (Trina), Sims Settlement and their sons, Mitchell and Nicholas; daughter, Tania, Hubbards; children, from his previous marriage, Timmy (Suzzanne), Sims Settlement; and their son Luke; Wendy (Peter), Seabright. He was predeceased by an infant sister. Wayne liked the simple things, there will be no visitation or service as he requested. All services are entrusted to Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Hubbards. On-line condolences can be made to: www.rawalker.ca Wayne is walking in Heaven with Bailey and Docker

HUTT, Murray Dalton- 85, of Tantallon, passed away Saturday, February 27, 2010, in the QEII Health Sciences Centre. Funeral services will be announced at a later date. All arrangements under the direction of Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made to www.rawalker.ca

BOUTILIER, Barbara Ellen "Bunny"- 71, Halifax, died suddenly at home Saturday, February 27, 2010. Born in Halifax, she was the daughter of the late Lawson and Edith (Johnson) Passfield. Bunny was an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion and worked as Treasurer for the Halifax Central Poppy Fund for many years and was the Poppy Chairman for the White Ensign Legion Branch No. 129. She was on the Board of Directors for Walter Callow Bus Services and a former employee of Scotia Fuels. Bunny enjoyed spending time at her cottage in Clam Harbour and challenging all her friends to a game of crib. She will be fondly remembered by her family and many friends for her many kind acts and generosity to all. Bunny was predeceased by her husband, Ian. Survived by her son, Lawson (Lorri), Delta, B.C.; daughter, Ruth (Evan Roy) Boutilier, Seabright; brother, Harry "O". (Wendy Isnor) Passfield, Indian Harbour; grandsons, Chase Boutilier, Delta, B.C.; Joseph Bellefontaine (Roy), Ontario; and many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, March 6, in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, 13549 Peggy's Cove Rd., Tantallon, Rev. Mark Marshall officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation or charity of choice. On-line condolences can be made at: www.rawalker.ca