HENNESSY, DR. ROBERT DOUGLAS
- A Remarkable Man 1930-2014 -

It is with heartfelt sadness, that we announce the passing of Dr. Robert "Bobby" Douglas Hennessy peacefully at home on June 19th, 2014 surrounded by the love of his family after a heroic journey with cancer. He was the beloved husband for 59 years of Therese (nee Comeau) and exceptional father and hero to Barbara, Colleen (Mike), Shawn (Gail), Carol, Timothy and Michael (Jennifer) and proud Papa to grandchildren: Kailen, Shane, Michala, Nicholas, Daniel, Samuel and Katherine and great grand-daughter, Maiah. He is survived by one sister, Lucy Catherine Jaratt (late Sydney) as well as nieces and nephews in Bathurst and other parts of Canada and USA. Born in West Bathurst on September 29, 1930, he was the son of the late Patrick Joseph and Bridget Beatrice Theresa (Moran) Hennessy. Predeceased by two daughters: Kathryn Elaine and Maureen Patricia; five brothers: Manus John, Roger Francis, Bernard William Varrily, Bruno Aloysius and James Alexander and two sisters: Dorothy Angela and Patricia Anne.

After graduating from Bathurst High School, he attended St Francis Xavier University earning his Bachelor of Science degree in 1953 and then his medical degree at Dalhousie University in 1959. He received his additional certification from the College of Family Physicians in 1973 and was awarded Fellowship in 1978. He continued his professional growth and learning and specialized in allergies for many years before the area was formally recognized as a specialty. A compassionate and well respected physician for his community for over thirty five years, he also served the medical community locally, provincially and nationally in a variety of positions: President of the Medical Staff at the Chaleur Regional Hospital (1965-1966), President of the New Brunswick College of Family Physicians (1977-1978), and Chief of Staff at the Chaleur Regional Hospital (1977-1978). During his tenure as a member of the New Brunswick Medical Society's Board of Directors (1981-1984), he became the first Bathurst doctor to become the President of the New Brunswick Medical Society (1982-1983) and President of the New Brunswick Society of Clinical Allergy (1994-1996). In 2014, he received a Life Membership with the College of Family Physicians of Canada.

Foremost he was a family man. He was a wonderful husband and father and loving papa, always being there when he was needed. He loved to travel with Therese and together they trekked through the Scandinavian countries, hung upside down to kiss the Blarney Stone in Ireland, swam in the Caribbean Islands and climbed the great wall of China. He was an avid and active woodsman, enjoying his visits to "The Camp" in the fall. During the summer months, his favourite place was the cottage where family gatherings and celebrations were held with optional water fights as well as quiet times collecting rocks, sea shells and driftwood. An avid reader, he enjoyed checking out the best seller list and reading his favourite authors. A member of the Knights of Columbus, he was also a strong supporter for the Doucet Hennessy House Association. At the end of his battle his figure was diminished but he was always the gentleman who never lost his quick wit or his sense of humour. We will miss him very much. We would like to extend our thanks to Dr. A. Wade, Suzanne Godin, Extramural NB and all who cared for him during this journey.

Visitation will be on Saturday, June 21, 2014 from 7 to 9 and Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 at Elhatton's Funeral Home (www.elhatton.com) Bathurst. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, June 23rd at 2 p.m. from Holy Family Church, St. Peter Avenue, Bathurst, N.B. Donations in memory of Dr. Robert Hennessy can be made using the Holy Family Church Memorial, to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of the donor's choice.

Sister Stella Doucet

Sister Stella Doucet, in religion, Sr Marie du St Carmel, f.j., passed away on Thursday June 19, 2014 at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont UHC in Moncton, NB, at the age of 83. She was in the 62nd year of her religious profession. Born in Betsiamites, QC, she was the daughter of the late Edmond and Hedwidge (Blaney) Doucet. Besides her religious family, she is survived by two sisters: Aline Labrie and Marie Blouin, of Charlesbourg, QC; three brothers: Patrice and Gérard, of Baie Comeau, QC, and Arthur of Beauharnois, QC; as well as several nephews and nieces.

She was predeceased by one sister, Denyse Mineau and one brother, Bernard.

Sister Stella spent her active life, first as a teacher in N.B. in Dalhousie and Charlo; then in NS, more precisely in Arichat, NS. She then returned to N.B. and from 1961 to 1968, she taught in Lakeburn, Grande Anse, Dalhousie, Barachois and Adamsville. She ended her teaching career in Chéticamp, NS, in 1971, for a total of 18 years of teaching.

After her formation in business administration in Montreal, she served as Provincial bursar in Moncton. In 1992, she was accountant for the diocese of Yarmouth, NS. From 1995 to 2000, she worked in Montreal as the provincial bursar for the Religious Province of Latin America - Antilles. On her return to Moncton, she worked as assistant bursar and also was in charge of the employees at the Provincial House in Moncton.

In 2002, Sister Stella gave up her favorite hobbies because of her health problems, but she kept her responsibility over the employees and that of representative of the Congregation on the Diocesan Committee for Development and Peace.

In 2008, she spent several weeks in the infirmary, before being transferred to Canterbury Hall, in Riverview, with several of her Sisters.

In 2014, she was hospitalized after a fall, following which she suffered à heart attack and a kidney failure. She passed away peacefully on June 19, 2014. Her remains will be resting at Frenet

Janice Firth

Passed away at the Campbellton Village Nursing Home on June 23, 2014 at the age of 80, Janice Firth of Campbellton, wife of the late Stillman Firth.

Born in Runnymede, Que. on December 29, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Gerald and Jean (Gillis) Chesser.

Janice leaves to mourn her 9 children - Wendy Deschenes (Roland), Murray (Michele), Betty Sue Prestage (Paul), Brent (Donna), Janice Mann (David), Gary, Garth (Darlene), Peter and Marlene Bremner (Scott), as well as 13 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

She is also survived by two sisters Geraldine Grey (late Bernus) and Judy Allen (Robert).

Janice enjoyed many years teaching school and in later years worked as a ward clerk at Soldiers Memorial Hospital.

She was a member of the Eastern Star and Tide Head Senior Citizens.

Janice's love of music was enjoyed at many church and community events throughout the years.

Kathleen Rita Wood

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passin of our mother, Kathleen Rita Wood, nee Dunn, on June 5, 2014, better known as Wee Wee to family and close friends. Born in Newcastle on January 11, 1928 to John Stafford Dunn and Mary Elizabeth Keating, she moved to Bathurst when she was three and was the last survivin g member of her family.

Predeceased by her husband Ralph Herbert, she leaves to mourn her son John (Marcelle) granddaughters Melanie Charlong (great-granddaughter Courtney), Tanya Whitty (great granddaughter Soleil great grandson Nevyn), Amanda Wood (reat granddaughters Bianca LePoitvin and Madison Maltais), daughters Bonnie Hart (John) randsons Christopher and Matthew, granddaughter Stephanie and Heather Wood granddaughter Krystal Cormier (great grandsonJustin) and grandson Jason McLaughlin along with many nieces and nephews.

She was a member of the First United /Church in Campbellton enjoying her participation in the choir and helping out whenever possible. She loved to work with her hands, being a life long crafter but knitting/crocheting was the art she excelled in.

At her request she was cremated and laid to res alongside her husband in the Highland View Cemetery Bathurst with a family only graveside service performed by Rev. Ross Wifeman of Campbellton on Junbe 9th.

Dorothy Grace Cyr

Passed away at the Palliative care unit in Dalhousie on June 22, 2014 at the age of 76, Mrs. Dorothy Grace Cyr of Dalhousie, wife of the late Roland Cyr.

She leaves to mourn her daughters Jeannine Mockler (Maurice) of Balmoral and Yvette (Daniel) Godin of Dalhousie, her son Robert (Paula) Cyr of Dalhousie. Also survived by her grandchildren Cindy, Joey, Kevin and Daniel, great-grandchildren Brandon, Joshua and Noah. Predeceased by her husband Roland Cyr, grandson Jasen, her brothers Rudy Carter and Kenneth Carter.

Jon Audit

It is with great sadness,the family of Jon Audit of Jacquet River,announces his passing at the Bathurst Regional Hospital Friday,June 20,2014 at the age of 53.Born in Charlo,he was the son of Monica (Bourque) and the late Gerald Audit.

Jon was a great father to his two children,Jonathan and Allyson.He loved them and supported them in all they chose to do.Jon was very sad when Jonathan died in an industrial accident in Alberta and missed him terribly.

Jon was a great athlete in his youth,excelling in baseball and hockey.He later coached Jonathan in hockey and adult teams as well.He was inducted into the Belledune Sports Hall of Fame.

Jon valued relationships with family and friends and got along with everyone.He loved his mom,visited and called often,and enjoyed her nurturing ways.He loved his dad as well and missed him when he passed away.

Jon loved to laugh and many found his laughter infectious.He loved his lifelong work at the Belledune Smelter and truly enjoyed those he worked with.

He is survived by his daughter Allyson of Halifax;mother Monica Bourque (Harold) of Jacquet River;brother Bruce;sisters Jean Short (Wade),Maureen Pascal (Linn) and Clare Archibald (Wayne) as well as his stepfather Harold Bourque.He was predeceased by his father Gerald, son Jonathan and brother Neil.