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Whitney Pier, NS August 12, 1959 It is with very heavy hearts that we, the family of Kenneth Wayne Dunn, born August 12, 1959, announce his untimely passing with his family by his side and in the hearts of those that couldn’t be here with him in the end, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Kenny was the son of the late Phillip and Blanch (Rowe) Dunn of Whitney Pier. Growing up in Whitney Pier in the 60’s and 70’s Kenny would have been known to many for his rough and tough exterior but to those who knew him best knew him for his kindness and willingness to help in any way he could, that’s not to say he wouldn’t kick someone in the arse if they needed it or told them how it was, even if they weren’t asking for his opinion. Kenny met his ‘sweetheart’ Gail at a very young age and together they spent the last 50 years creating their beautiful family. Kenny spent many years volunteering at events and coaching many of his children’s sports whether it be hockey or soccer creating memories to last a lifetime, not only for his children but to their teammates as well. To this day, coach Kenny is talked about at any get togethers or gatherings with great memories from the kids spanning across many generations- through fond memories and stories it was clear the impact he had on so many and the respect he gained from those he coached and guided along the way. Kenny’s coaching style, lets face it would not be acceptable today but the reminiscing from the young kids he coached to the now adults proved he was an incredible and unforgettable role mode. Kenny had a laugh like no other and quite a unique sense of fashion- not caring if he ever matched or followed any trends. Most recently Kenny has been creating these same types of memories with his grandchildren, specifically at their sporting events- Papa didn’t miss a hockey, basketball or soccer game or tryout and didn’t mind telling a coach or ref when they weren’t doing things right, sometimes landing him a spot outside. Kenny spent many years working at the Steel Plant in the carpentry shop as one of the youngest Steel workers until its closure. Kenny would then spend the remainder of his working days building, fixing or replacing just about anything or everything he could to provide for his family and a proud member of LUINA local 1115. Kenny is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Gail (MacNeil) who over the past seven weeks has shown us all what true love really is; their three amazing children, Chris (Karrie MacLeod) and their boys, Jacob and Joshua, Sydney, Robert (Krista MacIntyre) and their two daughters, Hannah and Clara, Pembrook Ont., and Tasha (Curt MacKenzie) and their children, Malcom, his newest sweetheart Stevie Lynn and baby Dunn-MacKenzie on the way, Beaver Cove; two bonus granddaughters, Kori Lund and Breanna French; brother, Philly (Susan) and their children, Nicole and Steven; brother-in-law, Brian ( Sharon) MacNeil; sister-in-law, Carol (Wayne) and Karen (Brian) Besso; as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and close friends. Besides his parents, Kenny was predeceased by his sister Charmaine; sisters-in-law, Valerie and Darlene; mother and father in-law, John, Viola MacNeil and nephew, Terry. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Pier Community Funeral Home. In Respect to his wishes as an organ donor he is now giving the gift of sight to others. Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Kenny Dunn will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 6-8 p.m. with the memorial service to follow at 8 p.m. in the All Faith Chapel with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Kenny may be made to, SPCA Cape Breton, KidSport Nova Scotia, Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton, or Cancer Patient Care Fund. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.

Amherst, NS March 16, 1945 - July 29, 2025 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Marjorie Ann Wolfe. Marjorie passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Northumberland Hall in Amherst, NS. Daughter of Donald and Eileen Mitchell, Marjorie was born March 16, 1945 and grew up in Pugwash and Williamsdale along with her brother Robert (Bob), and sister Barbara. After meeting the love of her life, Ralph, she married and started her own family having three children, Donald (Donnie), Patricia (Patti) and Amy. Living in Amherst, then Nappan for almost 60 years, she made many friends in the community through 4H, being active in the church, and crafting. After nursing school, Marjorie raised her children, then continued her career as a dedicated CNA at the Amherst Regional Hospital until her retirement.  She was a longtime 4H leader and supporter, traveled uncountable weekends to cheer on Donnie as a hockey goalie and Patti and Amy at many horse shows.  She always attended their various sporting events throughout the early years and spent summers at the cottage in Pugwash with her immediate and extended Mitchell family.   She enjoyed embroidery, sewing, scrap booking, many crafts, tole painting and art which she loved to share with family and friends.  She loved to garden vegetables and flowers, making pickles and homemade jam, cooking and baking. A caring and compassionate lady, what gave her the most joy was caring for and spending time with her family. Marjorie was able to travel with Ralph before and after retirement, spending most of the summer months at their trailer by the beach. Marjorie was predeceased by her parents Donald and Eileen Mitchell and sister, Barbara Maxwell.  She will be sadly missed by her ever-caring husband Ralph, as well as son Donnie (Annette) Wolfe and daughters Patti (Greg) Hoeg and Amy (Rob) Rayworth; her grandchildren Jonathon (Sam) Wolfe, Kristen (Matt Gould) Wolfe, and Nick Wolfe; great grandchild Logan; her brother Bob (Ruth Ann) Mitchell, nieces Susan (Jamie) Pitt and Cathy (Matt) Creamer her brother-in-law Reade (Eva) Maxwell, nephews James (Darlene) Maxwell, John (Chrissy) Maxwell, Arnold Maxwell, niece Brenda (Mark) Carter; several great nieces and nephews; cousins and extended family and friends. Special thanks to the nurses and extended staff who helped Marjorie these past several months while she was in the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre, All Saints Hospital and Northumberland Hall, and all those special friends and visitors who took time to come see her.  Donations in Marjorie’s memory may be given to a charity of the donor's choice.

Sydney, NS July 24, 2025 The family of James Cuddihy regret to announce his passing on Thursday, July 24, 2025, in Sydney. He had been in poor health for several years. Born in Sydney, James was the son of the late James and Anastasia (Corbett) Cuddihy. He was also predeceased by his sister, Patricia and brother-in-law, Greg O’Keefe. James worked at Sydney Steel and the Tar Ponds Remediation Project. He was also a talented Autobody Repairman. James is survived by his son, Shaun (Elizabeth MacKinnon); daughter, Ashley; grandsons, Connor, and Cian; siblings, Mary O’Keefe, Helen (Fred Warner), Tom (Ann Downie), Catherine (Len Hickey), Maureen (Ron Poirier), Walter (Elva), Theresa (Kevin Hutchings), and Madonna; as well as many nieces and nephews. James was a peaceful man with a wicked sense of humour. He was a huge fan of classic rock and pop music. He enjoyed playing guitar and, as a teenager, was part of a band. James was a life-long supporter of the Chicago Blackhawks. Celebrate of Life for the late James Cuddihy will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. followed by interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations in memory of James may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Frankville, NS July 24, 2025 MacNeil, Mary Theresa, of Frankville, Antigonish County, passed away on July 24, 2025,in the Palliative Care Unit of St. Martha’s Regional Hospital, Antigonish, five days shy of her 83rd birthday. Born in Antigonish, she was a daughter of the late Laughlin and Theresa (Rogers) Mills. Mary graduated from Cape Breton Business College with her secretarial diploma and then began working in the Registrar’s Office at St. Francis Xavier University.  From there, she took a job in Halifax, and it was here that she met her future husband, Mike.  She and Mike moved to Auld’s Cove when they married, and she worked at Alex Gillies Motors.  She worked with Mike at Mike’s Irving in Mulgrave until its closing, after which they both became jail guards with the Port Hawkesbury and Antigonish RCMP detachments. Mary loved when the hummingbirds came back every year, and she always recorded the date of their return.  She loved gardening and flowers, fishing, and fiddle music.  She adored her cat, Katie, but most of all, she was so proud of her grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter, Angela, Monk’s Head; son, Stephen (Cheryl), Fall River; grandchildren, Tyler, Kailey, and Michael; sisters, Agnes (late Bill) Myette, Antigonish; Marjorie (late Bob) Ferguson, Truro; Jean (Bennie) ten Brinke, Glenroy; Jeanette Mills, Truro; Annie (Darrell) Maxwell, Brierly Brook; brothers, Angus (Anne), Meadow Green; Jimmy (Dianne), Meadow Green; sister-in-law, Wilma Mills; and many nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Predeceased by her husband, Mike; sister, Marcella (John) MacDonald; brother, L.J.; and brother, John Joseph, in infancy. As per Mary’s request, there will be no visitation.  Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday at 2:00pm in St. Andrew’s Church, St. Andrews, with Reverend Dennis Lamey presiding.  Burial in South River Cemetery. In Memoriam, donations to the Antigonish Chapter of CA-R-MA appreciated.

Halifax / Sydney Mines, NS May 28, 1928 - July 01, 2025 Hard to put this into words, but Teresa Marie (O’Handley) MacNeil who was so lively, quick witted, full of sass and a true Cape Bretoner passed peacefully at Northwood Terrace with her daughter, by her side, on July 1st 2025, at the age of 97. Born in Sydney Mines, on May 28th, 1928, Teresa was the daughter of the late Angus O’Handley and Sarah (Davidson) O’Handley. She was a predeceased by her husband, Ambrose MacNeil and infant son John Ambrose. Teresa was also predeceased by her brothers Hugh, Amenia NY, Albert Ohio, and Daniel Oregon. She is survived by her daughter Maureen (Michael) Kennedy Bedford and Granddaughters Kathleen (Greg) Edmonton Maggie (Ossie) Dartmouth and her beloved Granddog Rosie. Teresa was never shy to offer her opinion on any matter or issue, politics included. She could share a lively conversation with anyone of any age up until the time she passed. She had a passion for shopping and loved a good bargain. Of course, shopping at the Mayfower Mall and on Charlotte Street in Sydney, was also a social experience for Teresa. Teresa was a member of Immaculate Conception Parish in Sydney Mines, where she belonged to the Catholic Women’s League (CWL). She attended Notre Dame School and completed Mount St. Joseph Business Program in North Sydney. Upon her retirement from the Government, (due to her marriage in 1952) she was driven to continue working. Teresa helped her husband in his photography studio. She volunteered her time with the Salvation Army, Brownies and Girl Guides, the Northside Speech and Music Festivals and the Northside Theatrical Society. For many years she wrote obituaries for the Cape Breton Post. Teresa was determined, full of grit and never let her Polio keep her from living life to the fullest. She will also be remembered for her baking and always opening her home to family and friends, including her nieces and nephews from Upstate New York, who spent many summers in Cape Breton. Fortunately, we had an opportunity to celebrate Teresa on her 97th birthday with family and friends across many generations, where she got to enjoy sharing her special recipes and fond memories. There is no doubt that the Northwood team gave so much to Teresa during her stay. They made her feel like there was always something to look forward to. With their assistance, she was able to keep her love of style as they helped her choose her outfits each day. Teresa’s family so appreciate the contributions of the Northwood team and the wonderful care she received in her final days. Teresa will be laid to rest at home in Cape Breton in the fall, which was her favourite time of year. Donations in Teresa’s honour can be made online to Northwood Foundation or mail to 130 Eileen Stubbs Ave., Suite 1, South, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, B3B 2CA.

Middle Sackville, NS January 10, 1940 - July 16, 2025 Kenneth Clifford MacPhee (KC, Kenny) , CPA, CMA Born to Cecil and Betty (Carlson) MacPhee in Kirkland Lake, Ont. From where they left to settle in Rawdon, N.S. with the rest of the MacPhee relatives. After his Dad died at an early age, Kenny left school, much to his Mothers chagrin, for his first job at Kelly Lake airport. This led him to a career in road building with many companies and ending up as VP with Dillman Ent. to his own company KC MacPhee Contracting Inc. Kenny retired from road building, but never retired from work. He went on to developing land in Cape Breton to wild blueberries for 35 years. Within the later few years, he decided to sell out. He continued to manage the fields for the new owner Peter Van Dyk. At the end of 2024, he finally took his boots off. 2025 brought in by ill health issues which took him to his beloved Cape Breton home, under palliative care. He died with his wife by his side as he cried out to his Lord and Savior, Jesus, "please take me home". And HE answered his prayer. He was an avid snowmobiler, with all his "faster, faster" buddies, which miraculously, didn't take them all out, Dale, Scott, Red Hurst, Ivan and the Canning boys. A man with a big heart, who would rather help others than himself. Lived and loved life up to the last 6 months. Survived by his wife of 42 years Judith (Judi) Tomada MacPhee, Son Gregory, daughter Kimberley (Wayne) Theodis, Grandchildren Kathleen and James MacPhee, Isaiah Theodis. Sister Sharon Stewart, and cousin, tied to the hip, other brother Robie(Myrna)MacPhee, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his Mother and Father, stepfather Joe Rankoussy, Brothers Mark, Brian , Sister Carol. Visitation will be held from 12:30pm-1pm Friday July 25th followed by a memorial service at 1pm in Atlantic Funeral Oakridge Chapel 1110 Old Sackville Rd.

Dartmouth, NS May 15, 1943 - July 14, 2025 We are deeply saddened to announce that Joseph William Boudreau, 82, of Dartmouth, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025 at the Victoria General Hospital in Halifax, with his loving wife and family by his side. Born in L’Ardoise, he was the son of the late Mary Stella Bonin and the late John Henry Boudreau. Growing up full of mischief he not only had to walk uphill both ways to school, but also to see Helen in West Arichat. As a young whippersnapper he was a talented athlete, who loved westerns and the forest. Early into their married life he & Helen set roots in northern Quebec, developing memories and friendships which always stayed in their hearts. To say Joe loved his job as a truck driver is an understatement, even though legend has it that he never slept in his 40-year career. With Bologna sandwiches in hand he loved life on the road, sharing stories with fellow truckers, singing along to classic country songs, and giving detailed directions. At home Joe loved sharing moments with family and friends. Christmas always brought a sparkle to his eye as it meant the family was together. He was the life of the party, whether it was telling jokes, getting the dancing started, or playing his music. A man of many talents he nailed a perfect impression down to the accent, cleaned your dishes before you knew they were missing, and made your knees buckle with his legendary cheesecakes. He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Helen (nee Doiron); daughter Audrey (husband Tom Landry) of Dartmouth, sons Stephen (wife Jackie Mesic) of Hammonds Plains, Michael of Arichat; granddaughters Aleka, Samantha, and Eviny, who were his pride and joy; sister Irene (husband Robert MacLeod) of L’Ardoise, and brother Bertie (wife Carolyn) of West Arichat. A heartfelt thank you to the doctors and nurses of palliative care, both from the Dartmouth office and the Victoria General for their kindness and compassion. Donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Palliative Care, VG Hospital. Cremation has taken place under the care of Cole Harbour Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held at the New Horizon Seniors Club in Arichat on August 2nd, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. All family, friends and long-lost acquaintances welcome.

Springhill, NS July 18, 2025 Allison Watson died peacefully on July 18, 2025 at the age of 38. She is survived by her partner of 18 years, Isaiah Jacques, parents Dave and Donna Watson, brother David Watson (Cindy). Predeceased by her sister Amy Watson. Allison was gifted with creativity and curiosity. From writing, sewing and crafts, photography, and experiments in the kitchen, she took pleasure in these small things and turned whatever she touched into something beautiful…or hilarious. She had a passion for books, nature, and a soul for adventure that took her from exploring her backyard to countries abroad. An author, gardener, grand adventurer, daughter, sister, friend, partner, and cat mom to Skittles, she had the gift to see the humour in stressful situations while also thinking of others. Allison tried many careers in her life, first as a Recreational Therapist for the Springhill Hospital, then as a Library Assistant at the Springhill and Mount Allison libraries, and lastly working with the Town of Amherst as Active Living Coordinator; Culture, Events and Marketing Coordinator and finally moving on to Community Health Navigator for Amherst and Cumberland County. Through all these roles she loved helping people, whether it was as tiny as recommending a good book or as important as attracting health care professionals. . Allison was born with cystic fibrosis and while it had a major impact on her life, she never let it define her or prevent her from doing the things she loved, be it kayaking down a river or biking across the country. In 2014 she was the recipient of a double lung transplant, which gave her a new appreciation on life, and allowed her to continue adventuring, creating, and fulfilling a long time goal of hiking Gros Morne mountain. Nothing can truly describe the amazing person she was and if you were lucky to know her, you were truly blessed, Allison(Alley) was fiercely loved and her presence and light will be truly missed in this world. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Cystic Fibrosis Canada .

Chester, NS July 14, 2025 Mayola Eugenia (Wagner) Payne of Chester, better known as Mae, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2025, at the age of 96. Mae was born in Farmington, NS.  She moved to Chester at the young age of 16, where she met the love of her life, Joseph Payne, and where she worked, volunteered, and raised their five children (and called "Momma Payne" by many others in the neighbourhood – you know who you are!). Mae was well known for her cooking.  She worked at the Chester Yacht Club for 29 years serving many meals to hungry sailors.  She then worked at the Chester Municipal High School in the cafeteria where students and staff enjoyed her home-cooked meals.  On turkey burger days the lineup went out into the hallway of the school. She also catered at private functions and spent many hours volunteering in the kitchen at the Legion. Mae was a lifelong member of the Chester Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #44 and the Chester Yacht Club.   She took on many roles at the Chester Legion, where people still talk about her baked beans, which were often on the breakfast menu.  She received the Palm Leaf Award, the highest volunteer recognition of the Royal Canadian Legion. Mae was a very welcoming and sociable person.  There have been many gatherings of family and friends over the years.  The Back Harbour really came to life when her family arrived from Calgary.  There was always good food, music and laughter!    She not only welcomed people into her home but a number of kittens over the years as well.  She was a cat lover! In the summer you could find her on the Dart, out boating with family and friends visiting the islands of Mahone Bay, enjoying some bunwiches and a few beverages which may have involved a glass or two of wine or a glass of spirit. She also loved to knit, outfitting her family with sweaters, socks, and mittens.  In recent years she shared her mittens with many children on Halloween.  She also donated baby bonnets and pneumonia vests for sick children. Mae was also an avid reader, and enjoyed jigsaw and word puzzles.   A special thanks to the South Shore Regional library and the bookmobile staff for keeping Mae in books these last few years.Mae enjoyed many hours on her deck overlooking the view of the back harbour and all company that came by, including the monarch butterflies. Mae brought sunshine into this world, always giving and lending a helping hand.  She will always be our sunshine! Mae was predeceased by her loving husband Joseph Payne, sons Grant and Boyd, mother Violet Wagner, brother Philip Joudrey.  She is survived by her children Gary (Sharon) Alberta, Wayne (Trudy) Chester, Cosette Howlett (Tony) Chester;sister Etta, Ontario; daughters-in-law Betty (Grant) Chester, Fran Payne and Krystal Payne Alberta; grandchildren David, Daniel, Joey, Jared, Kandyce, Kyle, Zachary and Emily; and her great-grandchildren Tyler, Saige, Rhys, Nixon, Nash, Noah, Navy, Grayson and Weston. A special thanks to the Mahone Bay Nursing Home for their care and compassion of Mae and her family during her stay there especially during her final days. Celebration of life will be held at the Chester Legion, Friday, July 18 at 2 p.m.  Burial to follow at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church Cemetery, Chester.  All welcome! In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Chester Volunteer Fire Department, Chester Legion Poppy Fund, District of Chester PRO Kids or charity of choice.

Middleton, NS July 12, 2025 Jane died suddenly at the age of 69 on July 12, 2025 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Middleton, she was the daughter of the late Douglas and Mildred (Lewis) Payson. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Kerry; children, Ryan, Kate, and Ben; brothers, Steve (Marina) Payson and Brad (Jenny) Payson. Jane was so many things to so many people. The most amazing mother, wife and friend. She had an incredible life. She traveled for many years, and along with her husband Kerry, raised three children while living in different countries around the world before settling back in the place she held in her heart, Nova Scotia. Jane was strong, smart and funny. She was brave and independent. She touched many lives with her intelligence and her empathy. Her husband, Kerry, was her best friend, and her kids meant everything to her, and she made sure they knew it. She made them laugh every day and was always there for them during tough times and celebrated their successes as she would her own. She was a talented rug hooker, a wonderful cook and enjoyed collecting vinyl records. Jane loved her horse, Holiday, and spent every moment she could with him. After he died in 2023, she traveled to Alberta to find and bring home her new horse, Forest, a five year old Rocky Mountain, who she loved just as much. She spent every morning working with him with her expert trainer, Amy, and taking him for walks. And when she wasn’t patiently preparing him for the moment when she could take him out riding the beautiful network of trails around "the barn" where she kept him at Hobby Horse Farm, she was walking with her many good friends there. Her love for her family and friends was absolute and unconditional, and we will miss her so much. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or funeral service, by request. Donations in memory may be made to Hope for Wildlife or a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.  "How lucky I am,to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard." (A.A. Milne)

Port Hawkesbury, NS May 12, 1939 - July 16, 2025 With heavy hearts and profound love, we share the passing of Mary Belle MacIntyre in the Palliative Care Unit of St. Martha’s Regional Hospital on July 16, 2025. Belle was born in Sydney, Nova Scotia, on May 12, 1939, the daughter of Neil Ronald MacIntyre and Christina Evelyn Matheson. Mom was a mother, a grandmother, and a great-grandmother who loved her family deeply. Mom grew up between Sydney and Breton Cove before moving to Halifax and then joining the Royal Canadian Air Force, where she completed her nursing diploma at CFB Trenton. Mom served as a Flight Nurse, traveling across the country while serving. Growing up, we have been fortunate to hear many stories of parachuting out of planes or tales of the bitter cold of Goose Bay, her last posting while serving. After her military career, Mom moved to Toronto, where she worked as a surgical nurse and later as a family nurse. After leaving the medical profession, she worked with children and later in advertising with the Yellow Pages. It did not matter if it was her patients or her clients; she focused on doing her best and truly believed in her motto, "just don’t give up." Finally settling in Port Hawkesbury, Mom became active with the Royal Canadian Legion and dedicated herself to honoring Canadian Veterans through her love of the Port Hawkesbury Veterans monument and various fundraising efforts, all of which raised awareness and tribute for those who served. Mom will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her children, Wendy Allen and Robert (Loreen Allen); her grandchildren, Ryan (Stefanie), Luke, Cole, and Keirha; and her great-grandchild, Mason. She is survived by her brother, Dave (Elizabeth) and Dougie (Colleen), along with many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Mom was predeceased by her parents, Neil and Evelyn (MacIntyre), and brothers Norman, Johnny, Kenny, Malkie, and Charlie (MacIntyre). Cremation has taken place, with a family service scheduled for Monday, July 21, at 5 PM at Riverview Cemetery in Marion Bridge, Nova Scotia.

Kings Head, NS June 23, 1947 - July 15, 2025 David was the only child of David S. and Gladys (Stewart) Forbes. He attended East Pictou Rural High and West Pictou Rural High. Upon graduation, he joined the RCAF. Graduating from 4 Operational Training Unit in Trenton Ont. in 1967, he was assigned operational status with 435 Transport Squadron, C130 Hercules aircraft, in Nanao AB. He resigned from the RCAF in 1972 to join Pacific Western Airlines new C130 Hercules division. This division was eventually closed and he embarked on a long career with various international air cargo carriers operating worldwide. In 1991, David left active flying to become Director of Operations Canada for Lynden Air Freight based in Seattle, WA. This company provided aircraft and logistics for UPS in their new expansion into Canada. In 2001, he began his own company, Dafor Freight Services, providing air and ground services for oilfield supplies between Texas and Alaska. In 2007, David and his wife, Denise, retired and built their new home in Kings Head. He was predeceased by his parents, wife Gayle (1991) and his wife Denise (2007). He is survived by step-daughters: Sylvie Andrews (Greg), TX; and Suzanne Misener (Shawn), Trenton; step-grandchildren: Victoria, Blake and Lochie; as well as many cousins. Visitation 2-4pm Monday, July 21, in R.H. Porter Funeral Home, 55 Almont Ave., New Glasgow. A private family burial will take place in Church Brook Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to the SPCA .