Obituaries

Anita Berthelot

Anita Berthelot of the Campbellton Soldier’s Memorial Villa, passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on Sunday, December 27th, 2015 at the age of 87. She was born in Cross Point (Claridon), Quebec on September 18th, 1928.

She will be sadly missed by her children: Denis (Annette Brideau) of Napan, NB, Lois (Marc-André Poirot) of Sacré-Coeur, QC, Faye of Dawson City, YK and Carl (Sandy Shaw) of Kingston, ON, her grandchildren: Monique, Pierre (Kendra), Lunou (Jonathan), Scotty (Amber), Ayla, Caitlin (Ryan) and Luke (Julianne); her great-grandchildren: Trenton & Sophia and many cherished nieces, nephews, friends.

She was predeceased by her parents Lucy Carroll and Onésyphore Berthelot; his brothers Harold, Victor & Leo and sisters Marie & Elizabeth ‘Betsy’.

Foran Martin

Born and raised in Dalhousie, he was the son of Martin and Irene Foran (Lyver). He worked as a Papermaker until his retirement in 1989.

"Porky" loved life and lived it to the fullest; hunting, fishing, playing various sports; but, his passion was golf. He was the organizer of many golf trips with his buddies. He was fun loving and took good care of the neighborhood, where he was referred to as "PI Porky".

He will be missed and lovingly remembered by his wife, Nancy; the "kids", Cameron (Wendy), Irene (Chris Aubin), Kelly and Leslie; Frances, (mother of his children); his grandchildren, Shannon and Stephanie Foran, Bailey and Ethan Mirador; his brother, Dave (Sharon); sister, Pat McGorlick; sister-in-law, Carm; the Theriault family; many nieces and nephews; friends and neighbors.

Martin was predeceased by his parents; his sisters; Peggy Biagi and Irene Edwards; and brothers, Willian and Jack.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to all medical staff, Dr. Furlong, Dr. Khanamahdi, extra-mural for their care and support, and our care worker, Debbie Malley.

Rosario Blaquiere

Monday, January 4th, 2016 at the Campbellton Regional Hospital, at the age of 72, passed away Mr. Rosario Blaquière of Atholville, husband of the late Florence Brian. He was the son of the late Angéline and the late Ferdinand Blaquière.

He will be sadly missed by his sisters: Patricia (Rod Leblanc) of Atholville, Thérèse Cook of Pointe-à-la-Croix and Colette Levesque of Campbellton also by nieces, nephews and friends.

M. Rosario was an employee for the canteens in the Atholville mill, the Restigouche Hospital Centre, the Community College and many in the Moncton area.

He was predeceased by his wife Florence, his parents, his brothers &sisters: Hector, Ti-Jean, Paul, Théo, Yvette, Yvonne, Edna and Germaine.

Steven M. Hutchinson

The Honourable Steven M. Hutchinson, retired N.B. provincial court judge, died on Dec. 27, 2015, at the George Dumont Hospital in Moncton N.B.. Born in Campbellton N.B. on April 28, 1951, son of the late Theresa Manuel and the late W. H. Hutchinson.

Steven graduated from St. Francis Xavier University and attended UNB law School. He was admitted to the bar in 1977 and practiced law in Campbellton. In 1995 he was appointed to the provincial court. He was Past President of the N.B. Provincial Judges Association. After a distinguished legal career he retired in 2014.

Steven was well loved and respected by his family, friends and colleagues. He is survived by his wife and best friend Lise J. Deschenes Q.C., his brother David and sisters Janet (Peter Wright) and Dawn, along with many cousins, nieces and nephews. He also provided loving eldercare to many family members.

Etta Patricia McDavid

It is with profound sadness the family announces the passing of Etta Patricia McDavid. Mom left us on December 15, 2015 at 9:29 p.m. in the loving arms of her family.

Her last month was in the loving care of the staff of Hill House Hospice.

Our deepest gratitude to Dr. Brenda Whitney, for her many years of care. Etta will now be reunited in heaven with her beloved husband Clifford (WWII Veteran and Hong Kong POW) and her son John.

Etta was the cherished mother of Muriel (Margo) and Vedra (William). She will be missed dearly by her grandchildren, Deborah (Predrag), Robert and her great-grandchildren Sommer and Christian. Etta is survived by her sister Mildred and brothers Stewart, Wallace and Laird.

Her memory will live on in the hearts of her many wonderful family members and friends. She will always be remembered for her loving generosity to all. - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/thestar/obituary.aspx?pid=177027630#sthash.Cm9FJsZN.dpuf

Lila Isobel Bell

Formerly of Campbellton, New Brunswick and Gilford, Ontario, died peacefully at St. Joseph's Hospice of London on November 10, 2015.

Beloved widow of Alexander Mackey Bell. Loving mother of Sandra Bell-Cameron (John) of Thamesford, Grant of London and David (Lori Davis) of Gilford. Proud grandmother of Philip Cameron (Charlotte) of London, Neil Cameron of Halifax, Nova Scotia, SoRa Conron (Charlie) of London, Ellen Cameron (Benn Brisland) of Toronto and Erin and Emily Bell of Gilford. Adoring great-grandmother of Lyla and Audrey Conron and Meredith Cameron, all of London. Predeceased by sisters Dorothy Hamilton and Florence Gray. Loving sister of Betty Woodworth and Sterling Good, both of Campbellton, New Brunswick.

Lila was an avid gardener and passionate card player.

Flora French

The death of Flora Rita French of Tide Head, NB occurred Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at the W. G. Bishop Nursing Home in Minto, NB. Flora recently celebrated her 95th birthday. Born in Moncton on December 19, 1920, Flora was the oldest daughter of the late Willie T and Roselle LeBlanc of Memramcook West, NB.

Her husband, Don, worked for the Canadian National Railway and throughout their marriage, Don and Flora were transferred to many cities including Fredericton, Edmundston, Gaspe and finally, Campbellton. Settling in Tide Head in February of 1978, Flora became a life-long member of Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes Catholic Church in Atholville, NB and acted as a Lector at mass and Minister of Communion. Being very involved with the church, she held the positions of President, Past President and Secretary of the Atholville Catholic Women’s League, and always enjoyed attending local, regional, provincial, and national meetings. She recently received her 35 Year Service pin and wore it proudly. Her other passions included gardening, berry picking, line dancing and especially playing music. She was a skilled pianist and loved the American Standards. Whether playing War Tunes at the legion, St. Patrick’s Day songs at a senior complex or Christmas carols at CWL meetings, Flora played “her music” from the heart. Flora was always willing to volunteer in her community, and delivered Meals on Wheels until her late 80’s. Her community service and involvement made her an inspiration to everyone around her.

She is survived by her three daughters, Diane (Tom) Gillett of Chipman NB, Darlene (Steven) Lam of Delta BC, and Donna Mac Innis of Calgary AB., and her three sons, Michael of Brockway NB, Bill and Peter both of Nanaimo, BC, and her sister Rose of Dieppe, NB. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, David, Heather, Nicole, Rebecca, Jacob, Emily and Liam, and two great-grandchildren Abigail and James.

She was predeceased by her husband Donald in 1982, her brother Gerry in 1993, and her daughter-in-law Amy in 2005.

A heartfelt thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff of the W.G. Bishop Nursing Home, and to her special caregiver Rita Mosey.

Maynard "Okey Dokey" Morrison

Passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on January 10, 2016 at the age of 64, Mr. Maynard "Okey Dokey" Morrison of Listuguj.

He is survived by his common-law wife Doreen Burton, his daughters Sandy Patterson of Framingham, Mass, Lucille and Melissa Morrison of Arizona and his son Derek (Jaime) Patterson of Worcester, Mass. He leaves as well his brother Raymond Morrison of Listuguj, 9 grandchildren and many nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Lucille Lavigne and James Morrison, his brothers, Franklin & Ruben, as well as his sister Jacqueline.

Donald Savoie

Sunday, January 10th, 2016 at the Campbellton Nursing Home, at the age of 81, passed away Mr. Donald Savoie of Campbellton, husband of Mrs. Annette (Thibodeau) Savoie. He was the son of the late Alice (Landry) and the late Antoine Savoie.

Besides his wife Annette, he will be sadly missed by his son Luc (Chantal Comeau) of Atholville; his daughter Denise of Campbellton; his granddaughters: Sarah and Erica; his brother and sisters: Omer of Ontario, Alexandrine "Sabine" (late John Levesque) of Ontario and Claire (Jacques Boudreau) of Atholville also by many nieces, nephews and friends.

He was predeceased by his parents, his brothers and sisters: Rita, Roméo, Simonne, Cyriaque and Géraldine.

Georges Abud

Passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on January 17, 2016 at the age of 66, Mr. Georges Abud of Dalhousie.

Leaving in mourning his very close friend of many years, Terry Oehler?, his friends, his sisters Vivianne (Walter Magil), Nicole, Hélène, Jeanne-Marie (Norm Dubé), Claudette (Earl Hachey), Connie (Edward Villeneuve), his brother Jimmy (Marcelle Dionne), his nephews, nieces and cousins.

Norbert Durette

Tuesday, January 12th, 2016 at the Campbellton Regional Hospital, at the age of 71, passed away Mr. Norbert Durette of Richardville, husband of Mrs. Adeline (Duguay) Durette. He was the son of the late Stella (Marcoux) and the late Paul Durette.

Besides his wife Adeline, he will be sadly missed by his children : Lise (Jean-Guy Savoie) of Roberval, Qc, Michel (Amélie Ouellette) of Maltais and Sylvie (Éric Trottier) of Quebec; his grandchildren : Shawn (Stécie Ross) and Janelle; his great granddaughter Amy Jade; his brothers and sisters: Derek (Brigitte) of Campbellton, Paul of Campbellton, Hélène (Ola Thibeault) of Campbellton, Maurice (Kathleen) of Alberta, Omer (Myrtle) of Alberta, Rita of Vancouver and Alice (Raymond Blackie) of Alberta also by many members of the Duguay family, nieces, nephews and friends.

He was predeceased by his parents, his son Eric; his brother and sisters: Georges, Stella and Anita.

John MacNeish

Passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on January 10, 2016 at the age of 87, Mr. John MacNeish of Dalhousie Junction, husband of Guelda (Hughes) MacNeish. Born in Fredericton on September 9, 1928, son of the late Earl McNeish and the late Hazel Hunter.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his son Tim (Sara) of Chilliwack, BC, his daughters, Trudy (Dave) Belyea of Prince George, BC, Heather (Jean-Marc) Diotte of Dalhousie, NB, and his brothers Sterling McNeish of Dartmouth, NS & Allan (Betty) MacNeish of Tide Head, NB, as well as 6 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and many nieces & nephews.

There will be a private family service.

Donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to the SPCA in memory of Mr. MacNeish.

Brenda Carrier

The death of Brenda Carrier of Belledune occurred at the Chaleur Regional Hospital Saturday, January 16, 2016 at the age of 60. Born in Belledune, she was the daughter of Norma (Culligan) Carrier and the late Arnold Carrier.

Brenda graduated from Oulton's Business College in Moncton with data entry and secretarial courses. She also completed the Day Care Provider course from the International Correspondance School. She saved the Belledune Library when it was in the old school and continued working in it when it was moved to the Recreational Center. She ran a play school for young children and taught Catechism at the St. John the Evangelist Church in Belledune. Brenda was a child care provider for Patsy's children and babysat for many other families, she was very strong in community participation and a proud member of the C.W.L.

Brenda is survived by her mother Norma; sisters Donna Carmichael of Sussex, Patsy LaPointe (Reggie) of Belledune, Sandra Carrier of Belledune, Molly Carrier (Dan) of Sussex. She is also survived by her niece Tammy and nephews Bobby, Aaron, Darren, Scott, Christopher, Adam, Chad,as well as great nieces and nephews and a great great nephew all of which she adored so much. She was predeceased by her father Arnold; sister Jeannie; niece Robin and brother-in-law Bob Carmichael.

Raymond Joncas

Passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on January 15, 2016 at the age of 79, Mr. Raymond Joncas of Balmoral.

He is survived by his daughters Josée, Nathaly, Chantal; his granchildren, Kysha, John, Roxanne, Alex, Jessie, Cedrick, Melody, and her great grandson Louka, his sisters Lea (Roland) Landry, Armandine (Robert) Gray, Rita (Jacques) Grondin. It is with great regret that we let you go, but Dad you were the kindness person, an exceptional soul, rest in peace and fly with the angels xxxxxxx. I love you Dad xxxxxx

Curmet Quigley

Curmet Howard Quigley of Dalhousie, passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital January 14, 2016 at the age of 78, his daughter and family by his side.

He was the son of the late Timothy & Mildred (Miller) Quigley. Brother of the late Una (Sandy d.) Campbell, Lona (James d.) Luponio, the late Calvin Quigley, Wilma (Andrew) Doucet, Doris (Lionel) Arseneault, Marjorie (Grenvil) Gallan, Harold (Verna) Quigley, Bonar Quigley, Dale Quigley, Vaughan Quigley, Earl (Nancie) Quigley & Patrick Quigley. Husband of the late Mable (Yates) Quigley, Father of Bernard (Joy) MacDonald & Drucella (Paul) Quigley-Landry. Grandfather of Randy (Samantha) MacDonald & Candace (Roman) Bari.

As well as being a son and a brother, he was a cousin, an uncle, an in-law, Grandfather and 'Great'.

He was a husband, ... a father ... A Buddy & Friend.

He will be dearly missed by many ... several relations and alike.

Just like the 'Willow' ... His branches are long and the roots run deep.

When the shadow is cast from the sun ... You see the size increase.

Passing a message from him on to 'You', the words he would have said ...

"I'll see ya later Dear." ... "You Take Care Buddy."

Edith M. Matheson (nee Knowles)

Passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, January 17th, 2016 in her 86th year. She is predeceased by her former husband Lawrence Matheson. Loving mother of Marilyn, Gary (Terry), and Kenneth (Lori) Matheson.

Devoted grandmother of 4 grandchildren Shane (Jenn), Tara (Andrew) Chisholm, Diane (Jose) Matheson-Jimenez, and Julia Matheson, and 6 great-grandchildren Aeva and Alec, and Trenton and Eli Chisholm, and Cooper and Reid Matheson. She is survived by her brother Adrien (the late Ginger) Knowles.

Predeceased by her parents Lance Knowles and Greta (nee Thomas), and her brother Eldred Mann. She will also be fondly remembered by Liz Callahan, and her many friends on the 6th floor at Brierwood Gardens. Edith was very active in the community and will be dearly missed.

Martina Carrier

The death of Martina Carrier of Lorne occurred Sunday, January 10, 2016 at the Campbellton Regional Hospital at the age of 88. Born in Lorne, she was the daughter of the late David and Lena (Bertin) Carrier.

Martina is survived by her sons Allison (Paulphy) of Lorne, Jean St. Onge (Veronice) of Kedgwick; Daughter Barbara Ouellette (Alphonse) of Val D'Amour; 6 grandchildren, 12 geat grandchildren as well as 1 great great grandchild. She was predeceased by her sister Delina Carrier, Sylvia Legacy and brother John Carrier.

Wilfred Melanson

Passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on January 23, 2016 at the age of 89, Mr. Wilfred Melanson of Campbellton.

He is survived by his sons Donald (Patty) of Campbellton, Paul (Micheline) of Bouctouche, Yvon (Mary) of Memramcook, Luc (Brenda) of McLeods, as well as a brother Edgar (Yvette) Melanson of Montreal and a sister Adéline (Roland) Poirier of Montreal. He is also survived by the mother of his children Marcella Melanson, his 8 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren and many nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Catherine Haché and Ulric Melanson

James William Steeves

Passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on January 24, 2016 at the age of 84, Mr. James William Steeves of Atholville, husband of the late Maizie (Laviolette) Steeves. Son of the late Clifford and Eugena (Poley) Steeves. He was the last surviving member of his family.

Jimmy spent his entire career with CN. During his many active years he was elected as counselor of the village of Atholville where he served on council for 27 years on various committees. He also served on the Solid Waste Committee and the Village Nursing Home Board. He was an avid sportsman.

He is survived by his son Robert (Paulette) and his daughters Janet (Brian), Brenda (Fred) and Kathy, and predeceased by daughter Diane.

Grandkids Paula & Ryan (Laura) Steeves, Justin (Nadine) & Jamie (Amy) Meister, Jobina (Rob) & Katie Smith & Heidi (Corey) Harvey. Great great grandkids Julianna, Olivia, Wynn & Ezra. Also survived by several nieces & nephews and in-laws, and son-in-law Ivan Meister.

Lloyd Renouf

Passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on January 22, 2016 at the age of 70, Mr. Lloyd Arley Renouf of Campbellton.

He is survived by his daughters Ellen Renouf of Hamilton, ON and Carol Renouf of Escuminac, QC, his sons, Jerry (Michèle) Renouf of Campbellton, Kevin (Nicole) Renouf of Alban, ON and Rodney (Liz) Renouf of Campbellton. He is also survived by his 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Blanche Anez and Wade Renouf, 7 brothers & sisters and 1 granddaughter, Kimberly Chedore.

My Grandfather was a very proud and hard working man; his family will miss his lively spirit when it came to telling a story (an old fisherman's tale) and laughing at a good joke. Papa always knew how to have a good time and his door was always open to anyone who wanted to join in on the fun. Papa held all his children and grandchildren close to his heart. His memory will live on in the hearts and minds of those who knew and loved him. I for one will always miss the way papa would roast us marshmallows, over one of his perfectly made campfires. I'll always roast a few extra from now on for you papa!