June 10, 2008 - Loving mother, adoring wife, doting grandmother, caring mother-in-law, Gwen joined Cyril on Tuesday after a courageous struggle with Alzheimer's. Born and raised in Campbellton, NB, she was in her 94th year, the youngest child in a family of six boys and four girls. Her father, John White, was a chemist (pharmacist) from Penryn UK; her mother Emma Jane White (Thompson) was a teacher from England and was of Scottish origin. In the 1930's she worked in Toronto for the Canadian Tire Company and Dominion Bridge Company, returning to her beloved New Brunswick where she worked for the CNR, Sharp Construction Company and eventually retired from the Soldier's Memorial Hospital in the late 70s. She married Cyril McDonald (a Saint John resident and veteran of the RCAF) on July 26, 1948. Gwen believed in a fair day's work for a fair day's pay; her career spanned almost five decades, including ten years at home raising Mary and John in the early 1950's. Gwen and most of her birth family were survivors of WWI, the Great Depression and WWII; they were a gentle, strong family with Victorian values. Gwen was an especially appreciative person who seldom complained about the tough times, preferring to focus on the good times and the little things that make life special. With her lifelong circle of friends and family she enjoyed several summertime trips to the UK and Vimy, France as well as a number of "snowbird" adventures in Florida. Widely regarded as a "very good friend", she was a past Regent of the Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire, a member of the Restigouche Genealogical Society, the Knox Presbyterian Church and was a keen participant in local bridge clubs. Since the mid-90s she lived in Toronto to be near her children, grandchildren and daughter-in-law. Gwen is remembered by Mary, John, Eleanor, Charles, Sylvia, Kath and her many nieces and nephews from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Fare-thee-well thou first and fairest, Fare-thee-well thou best and dearest. A service was held on Monday, June 16th at Maher's Funeral Home, Campbellton, followed with the burial at the Campbellton Rural Cemetery and a reception at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Harris.

Melvin S. Steeves

Passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on June 5, 2008 at the age of 71,Mr. Melvin S. Steeves. Born in Campbellton on February 20, 1937, he was the son of the late Borden Steeves and the late Annie Steeves. He leaves to mourn his wife, Lucy S. Dedam, his step-daughter, Dianna (Raymond) Limoges, his son, Randy Steeves of Oshawa, his step-son Wade (Wanda) Carrier of Campbellton, his sister, Phyllis Cyr of Campbellton, his brothers, Billy Steeves of Montreal, Ralph Steeves of Campbellton, Keith Steeves of Campbellton, Donald Steeves of Campbellton and Robert Steeves also of Campbellton. Also survived by seven grandchildren Dylan, Matthew, Jeremy, Wade Jr., Jonathan, Trina and Raymond Jr. The funeral service was held from Maher's Funeral Chapel Campbellton on Wednesday June 11th at 3pm. Pastor Glen Stevens officiating. Interment at Ste Ann's Cemetery. Pallbearers were John Long, Wade Carrier Sr., Wade Guitar, Dylan Steeves, Randy Steeves, Wade Carrier Jr. and alternate Pallbearer Keith Steeves. Funeral arrangements were in the care of Maher's Funeral Home, Campbellton.

Sterling Alvin Morrison

Passed away at the Campbellton Village Nursing Home on June 6, 2008 at the age of 80, Mr. Sterling Alvin Morrison. Born in Newcastle, NB on March 5, 1928, he was the son of the late Alvin Morrison and the late Nancy Rolphe. He was a supervisor for Public Works. He was a member of the Masons and Shriners. He leaves to mourn his wife Marie Morrison; his daughters, Margaret Boomer (Greg) and Susan Cavanaugh (Jack); his sons, Brian Morrison (Donna) and Steven Morrison (Sandra). Also survived by five grandchildren Darren, Jenna, Adam, Shannon and Michael. Predeceased by his sisters, Elizabeth Morrison, Greta Murray, Irene Wall, Georgina Duff and Mary Chamberlain, his brothers Charles (Charlie) Morrison and James Morrison. The funeral service was held from Maher's Funeral Chapel Campbellton on Sunday June 8th at 2pm. Reverend Jim Postlethwaite officiating. Interment at the St. Thomas Aquinas Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were in the care of Maher's Funeral Home, Campbellton.

Rita Mary Themens

We mourn the passing of Rita Mary Themens (nee Prendergast) of the Dalhousie Nursing Home on June 7th 2008 after a lengthy illness at the age of 90. Beloved daughter of the late John and Mary Ellen Prendergast (nee Dineen). She was the last survivor of her generation, being predeceased by sisters, Kathleen and Mary Hellen; brothers, John, Alf, Patrick, Edmund, Gerald, Harold and Francis. She was also predeceased by her husband, Guy André Themens and will be fondly remembered by her daughter, Mary-Ellen (Dr.Themens) and grandsons, Paul-André and David. Those that cared for her remarked her smile and strength, even to the end. A small service was held at the Dalhousie Nursing Home to mark her passing with Fr. William Arseneault officiating. Dia leat, a Mham mhilis (God be with you, dearest Mom). Funeral arrangements were in the care of Maher's Funeral Home, Dalhousie

Cooling Fred

March 29, 1924 - June 23, 2005 Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather A father's love is like a heart of gold, Like a solid ring that doesn't end The strength of a father's arm That is very strong, but is yet so gentle The comfort of his voice Knowing that he is there for you Even when you sleep The sadness when you are miles apart Knowing he will always be in your heart The strength that he shows The endurance, guidance, love, faith Sharing, caring and never ending teachings The memories that you will always have That is what being a father means When a father is there no more It's the memories that keep alive forever. Love and miss you always...... Sue Ann, Dave, Charlie, Tracy, Rick, Joshua, Gracie, Ethan