Obituaries

Geraldine T. Johnson (Downs)
September 21, 1930 - November 25, 2010
Frederick H. Johnson
March 10, 1926 - December 4, 2012

Geraldine was a school teacher and Principal in the Campbellton area until she stopped to raise her three children, Frederick was a civil engineer having worked with the Federal Hydrographic Service, department of highways, Province of NB and Public Works Canada. His public service tour took him to all the provinces and the Yukon Territory. Of particular importance, he was proud of his involvement with the Canso Causeway, Campbellton Bridge and the Trans Canada Highway. Both parents came from humble beginnings and worked hard to successfully raise their three children. They instilled in us the importance of education and hard work.

You are invited to join Deana, John, Mike and families on Saturday June 22 at Maher's Funeral Chapel.

Sandra McKiel Ross

It is with profound sadness that the family announces the passing of Sandra (Mckiel) Ross of Bathurst and formerly of Glencoe, at the Chaleur Regional Hospital in Bathurst on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, after a brave and lenghty battle with cancer. Sandra was the daughter of William and Daisy (Boudreau) McKiel and was born in Campbellton on July 27, 1948.

She leaves to mourn her partner Robert Nicolle and his two daughters Kellie (Warren) Brace and Kara (Andrew) Taylor, granddaughter Caitlin Brace, od daughter Jamie Lee Arseneau, also two brothers Bill (Joyce) McKiel and Bruce (Judy) McKiel, two sisters Teedie (John) Whalen and Barb (Norm) Dix, several nieces, nephews other family members and friends who loved her dearly.

She was predeceased by brothers Joe McKiel and Bud (Joella) McKiel and her parents.

For the past several years Sandra was employed at Carol's Bookkeeping in Bathurst where she thoroughly enjoyed and excelled at her work. Sandra was very artistic and for many years she had her own floral business called Saz 'N Pizzazz and many brides were delighted with her beautiful floral arrangements. She loved planning, organizing, decorating, flower arranging, cooking and entertaining (and let's not forget jewellery). No project was complete until Sandra attained perfection.

Opal Hickey

Opal Hickey of Lorne passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on June 5, 2013 at the age of 94, whife of the late Charles Hickey. Born in Lorne, she was the daughter of the late Effie (Furlong) and the late Thomas Godin. She is survived by her daughters; Marilyn Lapointe of Lorne, Joan Hickey (Ivan) of Lorne, Muriel Russell of Lorne, Vera Godin (Leo) of Lorne, Jeannie Carrier (Gabriel) of Lorne, Hilda Carrier ( Randy) of Lorne, Beatrice Hickey of Montreal, Effie Salmon of Chalk River, ONt., her sons Claude of Lorne, Percy of Gravelhill, Herman of Gravelhill, Brendan (Rhonda) of Gravelhill, Earl (Linda) of Lorne, Terry of Lorne and Gordon of Lorne; by many grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and great great grandchildren, sister, Mathilda Chamberlain and brother Leo Godin. She was predeceased by her husband Charles; sons Victor and Clary and daughter Connie.

Lloyd Gillis

June 13, 2013 at the Campbellton Village Nursing Home in his 81st year, passed away Mr. Lloyd Gillis of Campbellton. He was the son of the late Grace Coffin and the late James Gillis.

He will be sadly missed by his sister Ada Coffin (Carter) of Gaspe, his brothers: Frank of Lake George, NB and Charles (Elizabeth Ann) of Runnymede Matapedia. He is also survived by his former residence friends at the "Foyer Savoie"; Billy, Dany, Raymond, T. Paul, Leopold, Gordie, Scott and Jean Mar; also by some nieces and nephews.

As well as his parents, Lloyd was predeceased by his sister Aklice and three brothers; Freeman, John Robert (Jackie) and Clarence.

Reginald Frenette

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Reginald Frenette on January 27, 2013 at the Palliative Care Unit in Dalhousie at the age of 78. He was the son of the late Edgar Frenette and Alice Leclerc.

Predeceased by his wife Marie Ann Maltais and brother Wilbrod.

He will be sadly missed by his six children Susan (Wilfred), Gary (Charlene), Lisa, Ian (Kim), Mark and Shawn, his seven grandchildren Jeny, Melodie, Ashley, Tyler, Gillian, Cassidy and Bailey and the five siblings Germain, Doris, Lydia, Florence and Isabelle.

Chester MacNair

The death of Chester MacNair of Charlo, occurred at the Palliative Care Unit, Dalhousie on June 17, 2013 at the age of 91. Born in Charlo, on January 9, 1922, he was the son of the late William J. MacNair and the late Mary J. Sullivan.

He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was predeceased by his wife the late Irma Marie Burris.

He is survived by his children Sharon Sullivan (Charles) Hocquard of Charlo, Gordon (Karen) MacNair of Quispamsis, and Sandra MacNair (Bruno) LeCouffe of Dalhousie. He is survived by his five grandchildren Stephen (Tammy) Hocquard of Horsefly, BC, Kevin (Nina) Hocquard of Quispamsis, Carolyn Hocquard of Halifax, Chris (Debbie) MacNair of Quispamsis and Karen (Mike ) Trecartin also of Quispamsis. He is also survived by his seven great-grandchildren Madison MacNair, Julia Nason MacNair, Sean, William and Nicholas Trecartin, Leah and Alec Hocquard.

He was a lifelong employee of the NBIP Company and held the position of supervisor upon retirement. He had been active in union, political and community affairs for many years. He was a long time member of St John's United Church. He was a generous and kind man to family and friends and took particular pleasure in his grandchildren and great0grandchildren. He will be greatly missed and always loved.

Gertrude MacIvor

Announcing the service for the late Gertrude MacIvor of Blacklands will be held at St. John's Presbyterian Church;on Friday June 28th.

Rhea Bujold
1923-2013

Rhea Bjuold, 89, of Manoir Antoinette and formerly of Stanley Street, Campbellton, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2013 at the Campbellton Regional Hospital, Campbellton.

Born in Moncton, she was the daughter of the late Philias and the late Marie (nee Belliveau) Richard.

Prior to retirement Mrs. Bujold had taught school. She was a member of Les Dames d'Acadie, Le Club d'Age d'Or and Notre-Dame-des-Neiges parish.

She is survived by her husband Alfred; three daughters; Pauline (Luc) Lang of Moncton, Simonne (David) Firth of Dundee, and Carole of Calgary, two sons; Jacques (Wilson) of Toronto and Bernard of Montreal, two sisters; Germaine Dumont of Beresford, and Geraldine Coughlan of Moncton; three brothers; Fred (Edwidge) Richard of Dieppe, Roger (Francine) Richard of Tide Head and Charles (Joan) Richard of St. Catharines, ON; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Rhea was predeceased by two sisters; Cora and Pauline; and also by two brothers; Frank and Paul.

Ralph W. Carrier

The death of Ralph W. Carrier of Bathurst occurred at the Bathurst Regional Hospital on June 26, 2013 at the age of 82.

Born in Lorne, he was the son of William Carrier and Mary Helene Godin.

Ralph is survived by his wife Rolande (Carrier); Pamela firlotte (Regent) of Jacquet River, Vicki Carrier (Derek) of Bathurst; sons Darrin (Anne) of Bright, ON, Daryl (Nancy) of Fredericton, five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren as well as his sister Argentine and brother Emery both of Montreal.

He was predeceased by his sisters Eveline, Leona and brothers Raymond and Edgar.

Pallbearers: Derek Couture, Blaine Godin, Claude Godin, Ricky Murphy, Rheal Carrier and Cecil Chamberlain.