Cecil passed away peacefully at the age of 87 at the Dalhousie Nursing Home. He will be deeply missed by his daughter Jane, and her husband Mato Kozic. He will be remembered by his grandsons, James and Timothy.

Cecil was predeceased by his wife Mildred, his parents William and Ruby Russell, by his brothers Ozzie and Raymond as well as his sister Valerie. He is survived by brothers Frank and Eddie and sisters Betty and Elaine.

Cecil lived in Calgary from 1949 until 1981. He worked for the Dominion Bridge Company and belonged to the Ironworkers' Union. He returned to Belledune, where he was a lobster and scallops fisherman until he retired. Cecil's biggest job with Dominion Bridge was as the Superintendent for the construction of the Calgary Tower, then known as the Husky Tower, receiving a Worldwide Recognition for Safety On The Job, as not one worker was hurt during the construction of the Tower.

Dad loved camping, and he and Millie belonged to the Hobo Trailer group. We went on many weekend camping trips around the province of Alberta. Dad enjoyed a good barbecue, with his favourite steak being a well-done Porterhouse. Dad was a great card player, winning many games of Crib and Queens. He also loved animals, all the ones I brought home, and especially all the dogs he had over his lifetime. Dad was always sharply-dressed and he liked to be clean shaven, with his moustache neatly trimmed. Dad was very generous to his family and friends, and would always pay the bill for dinners out. He was also a very intelligent man. He was handy with all kinds of tools, and could fix just about anything, from cars and boats to houses and all things in between. Dad taught himself how to weld, making beautiful stair railings, for our home and the neighbours. He loved his grandsons whom he always called Jimmy and Timmy even as they grew older.

Cecil will be forever missed and always in our hearts. You were my hero, Dad, and I will always love you. Until we meet again......in Heaven.

Gilbert Babin

The death of Gilbert Babin of Dalhousie occurred Monday, July 10th, 2017 at the Veterans' Wing of the Campbellton Regional Hospital at the age of 89. Born in Fleurant Point, Quebec, he was the son of the late Leo and Opal (Landry) Babin.

Gilbert was a WWII Veteran, serving in the Merchant Navy from 1944-45. He then worked in the Shipping Department of the NBIP Mill from which he retired in 1987.

Gilbert loved the outdoors. Among his many interests, he enjoyed snowmobiling, hunting and fishing. He spent much time on the water in his boat with family and friends. Bus tours were a highlight later in his life.

Truly a people person, Gilbert made friends wherever he went. He always had a story or joke to tell, and a talent for putting a smile on everyone’s face. A proud member of the Royal Canadian Legion, he was fortunate to live his last years in the Veteran’s Unit of the Campbellton Regional Hospital. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff for their excellent care and manner in which they made him feel at home.

He is survived by his wife Pat, children Kathy Lawlor (Kevin) of Dalhousie and Robin Babin (Dale) of Riverview, grandchildren Derrick, Devon, Melanie, and Megan, brothers Valmont, Lloyd, Leonard, and Hector, as well as his sisters Marie Fenton, Jeanne Wood, and Aline Doucet. He was predeceased by his first wife Tiny and siblings Albert, Rita, Beatrice and Doreen.

Ronald H. Dobson

Passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on July 22, 2017 at the age of 88, Mr. Ronald H. Dobson of Campbellton, husband of the late May Dobson. Born in Campbellton on May 6, 1929, he was the son of the late Hector and Jane (Till) Dobson.

He is survived by his sons Melvin, Gary, David and his daughter Rhea; his grandchildren, Jason, Joshua, Sabrina, Curtis, Shawn, Teddie, Tyler and Sherry Ann, as well as his great-grandchildren James, Abagale, Sebastien, Nikita and Alexia. Besides his parents and wife May Dobson, he was predeceased by his son Allan and his great-grandchild Justin.

Henry Mitchell

Passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on July 23rd, 2017 at the age of 64, Mr. Henry Mitchell of Listuguj, husband of Jeanne-Mance Paul. Born in Campbellton on September 1st, 1952, son of the late Henry Mitchell Sr. and of the late Corinne Basque.

He is survived by his children, Chastity (Kevin), Lance (Kim), Steven (Sommer) and Mike; Grandchildren: Hutch, Deja, Emma-Marie, Jayden, Ashton and Emily Morgan; Siblings: Belinda, Sally (Peter Caplin), Fay (Elias Metallic), Kenneth (Victoria LaBillois) and Jean Martin (Gilles Savard); In-Laws, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Darren, his parents: Mr. & Mrs. Henry & Corrine Mitchell

Marion Blanche (nee Day) Thompson

The family of Marion Blanche (nee Day) Thompson announces her passing, which occurred on Sunday, July 23, 2017 at Kings Way Care Centre. Born on October 17, 1924 in New Jerusalem, she was the daughter of the late Alan and Stella (Beckett) Day. In addition to her parents, she was also predeceased by her husband R. Michael Thompson.

Marion is survived by her daughters, Heather Cunningham (Paul) and June Albert (Steve); son, Kevin Thompson (Kathy); as well as grandchildren, Katelyn of Indiana, Sarah of Missouri and Michael of Vancouver.

The family extends a special thank you to the staff of Kings Way Care Centre for their excellent and compassionate long-term care of Marion.