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Antigonish, NS January 25, 2024 McKenna, Emery Vincent, age 72, Antigonish, passed away at the Queen Elizabeth II Infirmary, Halifax on January 25, 2024. Emery was a good man, who lived a full life in the Antigonish community. In his younger years, following high school, Emery attended trade school in Port Hawkesbury. From there he was hired and served for over 20 years as assistant manager at the Cottage Store in Antigonish. In this role he was well known among the St FX and local community for his friendly demeanor and his knowledge of sports. Emery was also employed in the forestry industry and rounded out his working years as a custodian at St.FX University. As a Toronto Maple Leafs fan Emery had few equals. He was known in the community, and consulted often, when disputes about his beloved Maple Leafs were raised. In his younger years Emery traveled some in Western Canada and the Northeast United States. However, it was in Antigonish where he settled and enjoyed his life. In retirement Emery was known and respected as a kind person, always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. He is survived by his partner, Nadine McGrath and her daughters, Beth (Jason) Ashe, New Glasgow; Kendra McGrath, Antigonish; sister: Betty Glencross, Antigonish; special step grandson, Marcus; step grand daughter, Mya; nieces and nephews: John, Rick (Karen), Karen (Glenn), Bob, Troy (Angela), Kathy (Wayne), Wanda, Elton (Valerie). He was predeceased by his parents, Emery and Margret McKenna; sister, Florence MacLean; brother, Sandy; niece, Lynn; nephews Robert and Blair; nephew in law, Barry. Cremation has taken place.  Visitation will be at C.L. Curry Funeral Home, 135 College Street, Antigonish on Thursday, February 1, 2024, from 2 to 4PM and 7 to 9PM. Funeral will be held on Friday, February 2 at St. Ninian’s Cathedral at 11:00AM with Father Danny MacLennan presiding. Donations in Emery’s memory may be made to a charity of choice.

Sambro, NS August 18, 1933 - January 27, 2024 With saddened hearts, the family of Dolly Mayola Gray, 90, of Sambro, announce her passing on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at the QEII. She was the daughter of Albert and Anne Gilkie of Sambro. She is survived by her loving husband of 70 years, Marshall, son Tony (Darlene), daughters Tammy (Tommy), Cheryl (Billy), and Sharon (Phil), daughter-in-law Sarah, 7 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great-grandchildren, siblings Kenny and Sylvia, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by son Rodney and Lorne, daughter Wendy in infancy, granddaughter Chasity, great-granddaughter Kelcie, brothers Cecil, Stewart, Breton, and Donnie, sisters Leta and Sheila, and two brothers in infancy. Mom was a homemaker who enjoyed spending time with her family, camping trips, picnics on Sis’s Beach, trips to Inner Sambro Island, Sunday drives, TV bingo, and her Saturday night card games with her favorite drink (Lambs). Cremation has taken place, and a private family gathering will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. James United Church, Sambro. Rest in peace, Ma. XOXO

Halifax, NS January 21, 1936 - January 27, 2024 David Aubrey Gallant passed away on January 27, 2024 in Halifax. Born on November 21, 1936, in North Woodside. Son of the late John and Mary (Ellis) Gallant. Predeceased by his wife of 37 years, Celesta Elizabeth (Levy), brothers Blair, Kevin, Gervais (Friday), Ellis, Blaine and sister, Zella. Survived by son, David Anthony (Tony), Halifax, and daughter, Lynn Marie Gallant-Occhiogrosso and son-in-law Lenny Occhinogrosso, Newmarket, Ontario, grandson Nicholas Mackay, Dartmouth, and family Shirley Henderson and Joe Gallant (Heather Coccimello), and a number of nieces and nephews. He was a graduate of Saint Peter’s High School (1955) and Dartmouth High School (1956). In his youth he worked for Spicer’s Store in North Woodside. During the summer of 1956 he was employed with Canadian Tire on Commercial St., Dartmouth. In October 1956 he began his government career with the Dept. Of Defence and spent two years at Shearwater. David moved on to Canada Post for 33 years where he took early retirement at the age of 54 in 1991. Cremation has taken place. As per David’s wishes, there will be no visitation or memorial service.

Gibson Woods, NS January 27, 2024 Phyllis Audrey (Gibson) Clements - 93, lifelong resident of Gibson Woods, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 27, 2024 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Gibson Woods, she was a daughter of the late Roy and Bessie (Gibson) Viner. Prior to retirement, Phyllis was a Personal Care and Support worker for the Municipality of Kings. In her younger years, she worked for Maple Leaf Poultry, formerly Canard Poultry, as well as for Wright’s Clothing Store in Kentville. She was an active member and former Deacon of Gibson Woods United Baptist Church and a member of the Ladies’ Auxiliary. She was also a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 006 Ladies’ Auxiliary and the Legion Colour Party. Phyllis is survived by her sons, Reginald (Teresa), Whitehorse, Yukon; Leslie (Rhonda Cromwell), Gibson Woods; and Joseph, Kentville; daughters, Susan Clements-Anderson (Dan Dubreuil), Eastern Passage; Audrey (Donald) Bowen, Eastern Passage; Patricia (Robert) Okoh, Ottawa, ON; sister, Helena Jackson, Gibson Woods; grandchildren, Amber Young, Tara Anderson, Madison Clements-Dubreuil, Kayla Clements, Jordan Svennes and Claire Boeckner; four great-grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Harold Clements; brothers, Burlen and Harold "Alfie"; sisters, Frances Taylor and Yvonne "Bonnie" (Viner) States; and daughter-in-law, Lorraine Clements. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 3, in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, with a Legion service at 5:30 p.m. The funeral service (with livestream) will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 4, in the White Family Funeral Home with a reception to follow. Pastor Stephen Gough officiating. Interment will take place in Gibson Woods Cemetery at a later date. Donations in memory may be made to Gibson Woods United Baptist Church or a charity of one’s choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.

Kentville, NS June 2, 1946 - January 25, 2024 It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Linda May Zwicker, a caring, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, on Thursday January 25th, 2024, at the Valley Hospice where she went to sleep peacefully surrounded by family and friends. Born in Wolfville Hospital on June 2nd, 1946, she was the daughter of Pierce and Nellie (Virtue) Schofield. Linda lit up any room she entered and sprinkled her kindness and generosity wherever she went. Her heart was filled with warmth, kindness and optimism and she was able to bring out the good in everyone she met by sharing that with them. Linda dedicated her life to her God, Jehovah and was baptized on December 8th, 1974. She was a zealous Christian that wanted to spread Jehovah’s message and teach his great news to all people for the future. Her faith was intact throughout the years even during her last year of battling cancer, where she found comfort in Jehovah’s words on Rev. 21:4 "death will be no more". Linda is survived by the love of her life Jack Zwicker (who loved her without words) recently celebrating 56 years of marriage. Also left to mourn are her daughter Krista, and son-in-law Alfred. She leaves behind her loving grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Jacob. Linda is also survived by her brother Curtis (Judy) Schofield, along with numerous family members. She was predeceased by her infant son Trevor. Linda spent 49 years in the volunteer ministry in multiple provinces within Canada, supporting the role of her husband Jack. She also was a loving spiritual sister in the many congregations she was a part of. She was a great cook and made delicious dishes that many people enjoyed. Linda loved using her hairdressing skills and doing the hair of many sisters. She loved talking to people anywhere she was. She also enjoyed playing crokinole with her dear friend Betty and both enjoyed endless walks where they were known by many neighbors. Linda always had great stories to be shared and was always very interested in the well-being of others. Linda was one of a kind. She was truly loved by all who knew her. She was always a helper, honest, loving and a true woman who loved her family dearly. She is and always will be loved and missed by all who she leaves behind. We want to thank palliative care, doctors, and nurses as well as the excellent staff of Valley hospice and others who cared for Linda. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 10th, 2024, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses at 2 Baden Powell in Kentville, NS. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to jw.org (www.donate.jw.org) or to the Valley Hospice Foundation (www.valleyhospice.ca).

Bible Hill, NS January 28, 2024 Helen Maude Bates – 74, Bible Hill, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Sunday morning, January 28, 2024, at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Truro, she was a daughter of the late Elmer and Edna (Dartt) Kennedy. She was a member of St. John’s Anglican Church and worked at Kennedy’s Deli for 30 years. Devoted to her family, she will be sorely missed by all of us. Helen is survived by her daughters, Krista Veizi, London, England; Amber (André) Losier, Valley; grandchildren, Maddy Farrell, Valley; Nathan Veizi, London, England; siblings, Bruce (Sheila) Kennedy, Bible Hill; Judy Fraser, Truro; sister-in-law, Faye Kennedy, Truro; several nieces and nephews. Along with her parents, she was predeceased by her siblings, Carol (Merlin) Turner, Doug Kennedy; companion, Bradley Jones. Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall – Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, where the funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Saturday, February 3, 2024, The Reverend Lori Ramsey officiating. Reception will follow. Spring interment in Bible Hill Cemetery, 41 Warren Drive, Bible Hill. Family flowers only, please. If so desired, donations in Helen’s memory to Colchester SPCA or charity of choice are welcomed.

Bible Hill, NS January 29, 2024 Lucille Audrey (Joudrey) Goswell – 86, Bible Hill, formerly of Beaver Bank, Halifax County, passed away suddenly and peacefully at home, as a result of natural causes, on Monday, January 29, 2024. Born in Blockhouse, she was a daughter of the late Elvin and Leila (Ernst) Joudrey. Lucille worked at Department of National Defense in Halifax for many years from where she retired. She loved all animals and birds, and fed the birds every day from the many bird feeders in her backyard; she got great pleasure watching the birds and squirrels fighting over the food. She also loved to travel, and her greatest adventure was to Australia where she got up close to the koalas and kangaroos. She was a loving and caring mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Lucille is survived by her sons, David (Debbie) Goswell, Valley; Jeffrey Goswell (Randy MacMillan), East Village; grandchildren, Michelle (Mark) Webb, Debert; Shaun (Young) Goswell, St. Catharine’s, Ontario; Joel (Olivia) Goswell, Belmont; great grandchildren, Willow Goswell, Maeve Goswell; sisters, Jean Conrad, Chester; Marie Whittaker, Nanaimo, British Columbia; several nieces and nephews. Along with her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Fred Joudrey. Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall – Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, where Lucille’s family will receive friends from 4-6 p.m., Wednesday, January 31, 2024, and funeral service 11 a.m., Thursday, February 1, 2024, The Reverend Lori Ramsey officiating. Interment to follow in Garden of Rest Cemetery, Blockhouse. If so desired, donations in Lucille’s memory to any animal shelter are welcomed; she contributed to many charities, especially those that care for animals.

Port Hawkesbury, NS August 5, 1947 - January 26, 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Charles Stephen Green at the Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home on January 26, 2024. Born on August 5, 1947, he was the son of the late Albert and Catherine (Huntley) Green of Grosvenor. He was employed with Charles MacLean Forestry and Stora Enso Woodlands for many years. He was your “go-to “man when your lawnmower needed repairs. This came to him naturally. He met and became friends with many people along the way.  He had a great love for the elderly; helping in any way that he could. He is survived by his loving spouse, Kathleen, and son, Chris.; sister, Melinda; brothers, Francis, Allan, Peter, Mike and Donald; Godson, Danny McGee; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, David; sisters, Sadie, Theresa and Kathleen; Brothers, Vince, George, Willie and Seward; in-laws, A.D. and Annie McGee; nephew, John Green; and an infant sister and brother. Sincere thanks to the caring and compassionate staff at Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home and Strait Richmond Hospital. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 31st, 2024 from 2-7pm at Green's Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on February 1, 2024 at 10am from St. Joseph's Parish, Port Hawkesbury; Rev. Joby Augustin officiating. Interment to follow in the Parish Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made to the St. Joseph's Parish CWL or The Heatherton Group Home Society. “Miss me – but let me go”

Dartmouth, NS January 26, 2024 With great sadness we say goodbye to our dearly loved mother Donalda Baker (87) of Dartmouth.  She passed away on January 26, 2024 at Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home. Mom was born in Charlottetown, PEI in 1936. Her family moved to Dartmouth in the mid-50s. Like most women of her generation, she was a stay-at-home housewife and mother. She dedicated her life to her husband, children and lovingly cared for her only grandchild during his preschool years. She was predeceased by her parents Andrew and Muriel Westergard of Dartmouth, her sister Vaunda Crozier of East Jeddore, and her beloved husband of 48 years Edgar (Buzz) Baker of Dartmouth. We are grateful for the time we have spent with her. Because of her determination, we had many more years than any of us expected.  She leaves behind daughter Andrea Mosher (Eastern Passage), son Edgar Baker (Dartmouth), son Scott Baker and his partner Marilyn Bullen (Cole Harbour), and grandson Matthew Mosher and his wife Cindy MacNeill (Eastern Passage). Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or service. A small family gathering will take place for the burial at Mount Hermon Cemetery.

Kentville, NS October 21, 1954 - January 25, 2024 Rodney Ward, a proud veteran of the Royal Canadian Air Force, passed away January 25, 2024. Rodney was predeceased by his beloved wife Marie-José (nee Van Haeren) in 2015. The son of Theresa Goyetche (nee Montague) and George Henry Ward, Rodney grew up in Montreal, Quebec with five siblings, Pamela, Lyall, Warren, Danny and Kelley. He was born October 21, 1954 and attended Bishop’s University, where he was distinguished twice as an All Canadian Linebacker for the Gaiters and received the Golden Mitre Award for his contribution to student life and culture. At the age of 23, Rodney enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force. After nearly 30 years of distinguished service, with many postings and flying multiple airframes, he retired at the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel. He subsequently served 16 years as the Chief Simulations Officer at CFB Greenwood, showcasing a remarkable commitment to leadership and education. As a pilot, Rodney logged over 7400 flying hours. Following 9/11, Rodney received commendation from former US Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld for his leading role in bringing a NATO AWACS squadron from Germany to the USA to watch and guard the skies over New York City and the Pentagon. His proudest achievement was receiving the Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS) Commendation for Leadership and Initiative in establishing the CDS Military Families Fund in 2007. In his book, "Leadership" former Chief of Defense Staff General Rick Hillier wrote, "Rodney Ward, by thinking big, had changed the course of how a country views the families of those who serve and, consequent to that, how those families are supported and valued." Rodney, known to family and close friends as Boo Boo is survived by his children Thomas, Paul, Oliver and Claire and his nine grandchildren. Boo Boo will always be remembered for his singular devotion to his family and his great love of his wife, Marie-José. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Rodney’s life will be held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 with sharing of memories at 2:30 p.m. in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. There will be a livestream available at that time. A private memorial service for family will also be held at a later date this summer. Donations in memory may be made to https://www.supportourtroops.ca/Donate. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.

Springhill, NS January 25, 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James "Jimmy" Darrell Matthews. Jimmy passed away at the age of 45, on the evening of Thursday, January 25, 2024. Born in Springhill, he was the beloved son of the late Darrell and Diana Matthews. Jimmy will forever be remembered for his infectious laughter and his uncanny ability to bring joy to those around him. Jimmy had a passion for small engine repair demonstrating both great skill and dedication to the craft. His adventurous spirit thrived in the great outdoors, where he enjoyed biking, hunting, and camping. Jimmy loved having a good time, listening to music, and making others laugh while creating a lifetime of memories with family and friends. His magnetic personality left an unforgettable mark on every person fortunate enough to have known him. Though he has left an irreplaceable gap, the continuous love and laughter he shared will forever resonate with his partner Tracy MacDonald; sister, Tara Matthews; niece, Christiane Trimm, and many other family members and close friends. Amongst his special kins are cousins Kenneth "Sonny" Matthews and Mitchell St Peter as well as many other aunts, uncles, and cousins. In addition to his loving parents, Jimmy was predeceased by his grandparents, Harold and Catherine Boyce and Chester and Evelyn Matthews, amongst many other special family members and friends. Arrangements have been entrusted to A H Brown Funeral Home, 5 McFarlane St., Springhill, NS (902-597-2361). A graveside service will take place in the Spring in the Hillside Cemetery. Those wishing to make a donation in Jimmy's memory are asked to donate to "My First Bicycle," a Canadian charity that provides bicycles to youth in economically challenged households across the country. This gesture reflects Jimmy's love for biking and his commitment to spreading joy to others. May Jimmy's spirit continue to shine brightly in the hearts of those he touched, and may his memory be a source of comfort and inspiration during this difficult time.

Windsor, NS June 6, 1962 - January 25, 2024 It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Stephen Maxwell Pemberton (Windsor, Nova Scotia), who passed away at the age of 61, on January 25, 2024. He was predeceased by : his mother Fae Pemberton. He is survived by : his father Bill Pemberton; and his siblings, Anthony (Donna), Bruce (Margaret), Jocelyn, Philip (Heather), Karen (Andy), Shirley (Fred), Maria, Michael (Kelly), Sara (Trevor), Julia (Dave) and Andrea. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, February 1st 2024 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Three Mile Plains Community Hall (4474 Evangeline Trail, Windsor, NS B0N2T0). In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Stephen can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. June 6, 1962 - January 25, 2024