Obituaries in Chronological Order for January, 2009

PROFIT, Reginald -65, of Boutilier's Point passed away January 5, 2009, in the QEII Health Sciences Center, Halifax. Born in Montreal, he was the son of the late Freda Profit. Reg served eight years with the Canadian Armed Forces (Navy). He was a driver for several years with Mentions Oil and Snairs Bakery before beginning his career with the former Halifax County School Board as a bus driver, for 21 years. Reg was an active member of his community; he offered as Municipal Council in the former Municipality; was the former secretary of the Seabright Legion and took great pleasure in Gentleman's hockey and served as president for a number of years. When time permitted, Reg and Kay would enjoy camping at River Land Campground, Elmsdale. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen "Kay"; sons, John (Julie), Seabright; William "Woody" (Kathy), Simms Settlement; Greg (Lynn), Salem Arms, B.C.; daughter, Marie (Glen-Skip) Passfield, Boutilier's Point; grandchildren, Jessica, Christian, Ryan, John David, Brooke and Miranda. He was predeceased by his brother, William. The family will receive visitors 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, both in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, 13549 Peggy's Cove Rd., Tantallon, Father Lloyd O'Neill officiating. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia and/or the Kidney Foundation of Canada, Nova Scotia Branch. On-line condolences can be made to: www.rawalker.ca 

MacLEAN, Russell Leroy -79, Hubbards, passed away Monday, January 19, 2009, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Hubbards, he was a son of the late Harry and Florence (Cleveland) Maclean. Russell was employed with the federal government, starting as an office boy at the age of 19 with Unemployment Insurance Commission, serving in the RCAF then with the Department of National Defense, and finally with the External Affairs Department in Ottawa and Europe. Russell was associated with many charities in Hubbards in his younger years as a musician, and helped with many amateur shows directing the musical part of the shows. Russell returned to Hubbards with his wife, Suzie after their retirement in 1985. He is survived by his son, Thomas (Rose); a number of nieces and nephews and grandnieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Suzie; sisters, Hazel, Marguerite; brothers, George, twins, Gilbert and Douglas, Harold, Cyril and John. The family will receive visitors 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday, January 22nd. Funeral service 11 a.m. Friday, January 23rd, both in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Hubbards. Rev. Laurie Omstead officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to charity of choice. On-line condolences can be made to: www.rawalker.ca 

SNAIR, Byron Maxwell -81, of Boutilier's Point, passed away Monday, January 26, 2009, at home. Born in Ingramport, he was a son of the late Firman and Nellie (Manuel) Snair. Byron was born and lived his whole life as he wished between Ingramport and Boutilier's Point. He had a full life surrounded by his wife, Joan of 50 years and his loving children, Donna, Janice and Jeff. Byron worked for 36 years for Fisheries Canada and was a respected Steward of PSAC for many years. He was an active member of the Masonic Lodge for over 50 years, twice serving as Master of St. Margaret's Lodge. He retired 19 years ago to spend time with his family, grandchildren and his new great-grandchild, Halle. Byron loved the outdoors. In his retirement, he grew Christmas trees with his son Jeff. Unfortunately, Byron had several health problems which resulted in him spending a great deal of time at QEII Health Sciences Centre. The family would like to extend thanks for their kindness and care. He is survived by his wife, Joan B. (Newman); son, Jeffrey (Patricia), Boutilier's Point; daughters, Donna (Leonard) Stephenson; Janice Snair (Steve Cann); both of Halifax; brothers, Eric, Albert, Malcolm and Clifford; sisters, Dorothy Lohnes, Elizabeth Childs, Kathleen "Toots" Nickerson, Gwen Brown; grandchildren, Erin and Gabrielle Weagle (Andrew Cullum); great-grandchild, Halle Cullum; many nieces and nephews and in-laws including Joan's brother Gary and his wife Anita. He was predeceased by brothers, Keith, Dan, Reginald and Arthur; sister, Evelyn Waltherr. The family will receive visitors 4-7 p.m. Friday and a service celebrating Byron's life, along with a Masonic service, will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, all in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, 13549 Peggy's Cove Rd., Tantallon. Reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to QEII Health Sciences Center, Halifax. On-line condolences can be made to: www.rawalker.ca