Obituaries in Chronological Order for NOVEMBER, 2004

RHYNO, Amy Doris
RHYNO, Amy Doris - Halifax, formerly of Head of St. Margaret's Bay. On November 3, 2004, at the age of 85, Mom began a new journey. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in the VG Site, QEII, Halifax. Born in Head of St. Margaret's Bay, she was a daughter of the late Eugene and Jessie (McLean) MacLean. Surviving are sons, Jim (June), Eugene "Bub" (Paulette), both of Head of St. Margaret's Bay; Rick, Timberlea; daughters, Donna (Gordie) Robinson, Nicholsville; Betty-Lou (Bill) MacInnis, Ingramport; Debbie (Ted) Weldon, Head of St. Margaret's Bay; Faith (Arnold) Howatt, Prince Edward Island; brothers, Lloyd (Betty) MacLean, Middle Stewiacke; Dewey (Rhoda), Dartmouth; sister, Shirley MacKay, New Germany; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her son, Raymond; many brothers and sisters. The family will receive visitors Friday from 7-9 p.m. in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, 13549 Peggy's Cove Rd., Tantallon. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday in St. George's Anglican Church, Head of St. Margaret's Bay, Rev. Mark Marshal officiating. Burial in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association. We would like to extend a special thank you to both Maple Stone Manor staff and friends, and also to the staff of the Urology Department, 5B, Centennial Building, VG Site, QEII. On-line condolences at: www.rawalker.ca  "I'm just fine."

RODGERS, Margery Isobel
RODGERS, Margery Isobel - 93 years of age, resided in Halifax and formerly of Vernon, B.C., passed away peacefully with family present on Saturday, November 6, 2004, in Parkstone Enhanced Care, Halifax. She was predeceased by husband, Eric Hugh Rodgers. Born in England, she is mourned by sons, Martin and wife Carol, Jeremy and wife Margit; grandchildren, John, Michelle, Andrew, Helen and Christopher; as well as four great-grandchildren. We celebrate her life. She has left us many joyful memories. Heaven has gained a jewel, a dancer and singer, an actress and an athlete. You will always be loved and missed. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff of Parkstone, Point Pleasant Way, Rev. Mark Marshall and Mr. Ronald A. Walker. Memorial service in St. Margaret's Anglican Church, Tantallon, on Wednesday, November 10, at 11 a.m. Donations to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Condolences to: www.rawalker.ca

SNAIR, Daniel Lee "Dan"
SNAIR, Daniel Lee "Dan" - 65, Rose Villa, Old Sackville Road, passed away November 8, 2004. Born in Ingramport, he was a son of the late Firman and Nellie (Manuel) Snair. In his youth, Dan enjoyed the outdoors, swimming in the Ingram River and hunting and fishing in the local area. Dan is survived by many brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews and friends and will be strongly remembered by all. Surviving are sisters, Kathleen (Clemeth) Nickerson, Ontario; Gwen (Wayne) Brown, Ontario; Dorothy Lohnes, Hubbards; Elizabeth Childs, Boutilier's Point; brothers, Byron (Joan) Snair, Boutilier's Point; Reginald (Marion) Snair, Boutilier's Point; Clifford Snair, Ingramport; Albert (Veronica) Snair, Ingramport; Keith (Ethel) Snair, Ingramport; Eric (Doris) Snair, Ontario; Arthur Snair, Ontario; Malcom Snair, Ingramport; brother-in-law, Ralph Walthers, Greenfield. Dan was predeceased by sister, Evelyn Walthers; brother, Gordie (who died in infancy); brothers-in-law, Kingsley Lohnes and John Childs; sister-in-law, Dorothy Snair. Dan will be sadly missed by special friend Gloria of Rose Villa and his large extended family at the home. Family will receive visitors Thursday from 7-8 p.m., with prayers and reception to follow at 8 p.m., in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, 13549 Highway 333, Peggy's Cove Road. A private family committal service will be held at later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Rose Villa Residents Christmas Fund, 779 Old Sackville Rd., Lower Sackville, NS B4E 1R2. On-line condolences can be made at: www.rawalker.ca

SAMSON, David Ambroise
SAMSON, David Ambroise - 79, Fox Point, passed away Friday, November 12, 2004, at home. Born Samsonville, Richmond Co. he was a son of the late Leo and Irene (Sampson) Samson. He is survived by his wife, the former Eula C. Britten; son, Donald (Linda), Meagher's Grant; daughters, Shirley (Bobby) Perrier; Judy (Rene) Belmare, both of Fox Point; brothers, Cyril (Kay), Tantallon; Amadee (Katherine), Liverpool; Dan (Beulah), Truro; John, Ontario; sisters, Agnes (Dan) Campbell, Samsonville, Cecilia Van Horne, Magdalen Islands; Barbara (West) Kendle, Truro; Tim (Sherrie), Samson, Fort McMurray; Troy (Kim) Perrier, Fox Point; David (Sue) Theriault, Halifax; great-granddaughters, Brittney and Sarah Perrier. He was predeceased by brothers, Oswald, Edwin, Stan; sisters, Rita and Katherine. Funeral mass celebrating the life of David will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Hubbards, Father Paul Morris officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery, Sims Settlement. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Nova Scotia Heart and Stroke Foundation. On-line condolences can be made at: www.rawalker.ca

SLY, Hazel Marie
SLY, Hazel Marie - 79, Halifax, passed away November 15, 2004, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Born in Kingston, Ont., she was a daughter of the late Ross Isaac and Florence (Roblin) LaRose. Hazel will be remembered by her family as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Surviving are sons, Art (Roberta), Stillwater Lake; Reg (Ella), Hammonds Plains; Terry (Susan), Sherwood Park, Alta.; grandchildren, Trevor, Timothy, Stacey, Rachel, Rob, Kelsey, and Chenoa; great-grandchildren, Katelyn and Logan. She was predeceased by her husband, Delbert, and a number of brothers and sisters. Visitation will be today 7-9 p.m. with funeral service Wednesday at 11 a.m., both in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, 13549 Peggy's Cove Rd. (Hwy. No. 333), Tantallon, Rev. Jim Forbes officiating. Burial to follow in William Black Memorial Cemetery, Glen Margaret. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia and/or Canadian Cancer Society. On-line condolences may be made to: www.rawalker.ca

KENNEDY, Ethel Lorraine
KENNEDY, Ethel Lorraine - 84, Boutilier's Point, passed away Wednesday, November 24, 2004, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. She was born in Tantallon and was the eldest daughter of the late Wentworth and Maggie (Slauenwhite) Boutilier. She was raised and schooled on Croucher's Island in St. Margaret's Bay, where her father was the lightkeeper for 22 years. For the past three years, Ethel was tenderly cared for by Liza and Tommy Selig in their home in Tantallon. She is survived by son, David (Peggy), Riverview, N.B.; daughters, Gwen Christie, Boutilier's Point; Faye (Wallace) Walker, Halifax; grandchildren, Jeff (Lisa) Walker, Tantallon; Kenneth (Peggy) Kennedy, Pembroke, Ont.; Leanne (Guy Hermanson) Christie, Dartmouth; Carol Anne (Jamie) Clarke, Waverley; Heather (Martin) Montplaisir, Moncton; Christine Kennedy, Kitchener, Ont.; great-grandchildren, McKaela and Alden Kennedy, Rachel Walker; sisters, Geraldine Stevens and Joyce Cook, both of Upper Tantallon; brother, Wayne (Maxine), Ottawa, and two special nieces, Debbie (Wade) Wilson, and Tanya (Derek) Gadsden. She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Harold; son, Blaine, and two grandchildren; brother, Bertram Boutiler, and son-in-law Peter Christie. Ethel was a member of St. James' Anglican Church, Boutilier's Point, and was an honorary member of the Anglican Church Women's Group. She was also a member and former secretary of the White Caps Seniors group in St. Margaret's Bay. Ethel was a charter and life member of Mystic Star Chapter No. 40, Order of the Eastern Star and proudly received her 50 year jewel in 2001. She was a dedicated member and held offices for 41 years including Worthy Matron on two occasions, and was Chapter Chaplain for 16 years, her favourite office. She was Grand Representative of Illinois from 1975-77 in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island and was an active member of the Past Matrons and Past Patrons Club, in which she held the office of Chaplain for many years. Visitation 5-9 p.m., with an Eastern Star service at 7 p.m., both held today in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, 13549 Peggy's Cove Rd., Hwy. 333, Tantallon. Funeral service 2 p.m. Saturday in St. James' Anglican Church, Boutilier's Point, Rev. Mark Marshall officiating. Burial in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations will be gratefully received by the ESTARL (Eastern Star Training Awards for Religious Leadership), Grand Chapter. O.E.S., 2375 Roosevelt Dr., Halifax, NS B3L 3H8, or Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia, 5954 Spring Garden Rd., Halifax, NS B3H 1Y7. On-line condolences may be made at: www.rawalker.ca