ACKER, Charles Floyd "Mr. Fix-It"

ACKER, Charles Floyd "Mr. Fix-It" — 77, of Churchover, passed away Thursday, January 14, 2010, in Roseway Hospital. Born in Churchover, he was a son of the late Percy and Helen (Deinstadt) Acker. Fond memories of him will remain with his wife, Queenie (Myers); sons, Brian (Charlotte), and Alden (Carol), of Ontario; daughter, Dorothy (Lorne) Swift, Fall River; sister Floris White, Burlington, Ont.; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by daughters, Sandra DeWolfe and Helen Briand and sister, Dorothy Dash. Charles spent 31 years as a Supply Tech in HMC Dockyard, Halifax, retiring "back home" in 1987. Following retirement he spent 20 years as an active member of the CGC Volunteer Fire Department. Because of his natural talents, he was often asked by friends and family members to "fix" just about anything, and was always happy to oblige. His love of working with wood produced handcrafted furniture, cherished by family members. During their busy retirement, Charles and Queenie found time to take a few trips across Canada and also took up cruising, the highlight of which was a trip through the Panama Canal and up the Pacific Coast of Mexico and the United States of America. Visitation held January 17 from in H.M. Huskilson's Funeral Home, 58 Bulkley St., Shelburne. Funeral service held Monday, January 18 in H.M. Huskilson's Funeral Chapel Rev. Norma Mitchell officiated. Interment in Church of Resurrection Cemetery. Donations in memory of Charles may be made to Church of Resurrection or charity of choice. On-line condolences may be sent to: hmhuskilson@ns.aliantzinc.ca or you may sign the guest book at: www.huskilson.net ACKER

BOUTILIER, Lorne Reginald

BOUTILIER, Lorne Reginald — In loving memory of Lorne Reginald Boutilier, June 11, 1922 - January 3, 2010. Lorne Reginald Boutilier, 87, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2010, in Braeside Nursing Home, Middle Musquodoboit. Lorne was born in Bedford, the son of the late Louis and Effie (Kehoe) Boutilier. He lived his life in Bedford until his retirement, when he relocated to Meagher's Grant. During the Second World War, he served in the Royal Canadian Air Force. Afterward, he worked at the Naval Magazine in Bedford, as a munitions inspector until retirement. Lorne was an avid hunter and fisherman during his younger years. Surviving are his children, Kenneth (Cheryl), Fall River; Cathy Legary, Northwood Manor, Halifax; Joan (David) Goddard, Sackville; grandchildren, Pam (Alan) Edmonds, Heather (Jason) Pinkham, Tammy (Gordon Maddison) Wilson, Glen (Amy Buist) Striker, Jessica (Shawn Poulsen) Striker and John Goddard, along with great-grandchildren, Vanessa and Sam Edmonds, Dylan and Spencer Pinkham, MacKenzie and Kristen Striker, Zander and Connor Poulsen. He is also survived by his brother, Gerald, Oceanview Manor, Eastern Passage and nephews, Bill Boutilier, Fall River and Bob Boutilier, Bedford. Besides his parents, Lorne was predeceased by his wife, Jessie (Wilson) in 1998, as well as his brother, Irving and son-in-law, Ken Legary. The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Braeside for their wonderful care. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Visitation held January 7, in T. K. Barnard Funeral Home, Bedford. A graveside service held at a later date.

FITZGERALD, Barbara Patricia

FITZGERALD, Barbara Patricia — 84, of Tidal View Manor, formerly of Little River, Yarmouth Co., passed away January 12, 2010, in Tidal View Manor. Born on September 6, 1925, in Hove, Sussex, England, she was a daughter of the late George Bambridge and Constance Baker. Barbara was a war bride, and came to Canada in 1946 on the Aquatania. She was the mother of 17 children and her family was her life. She was a confidante and friend to each one of her children. She also worked as a beautician. She is survived by daughters, Diana (Gary) Nickerson, Kentville; Theresa (Lloyd) Deviller, Little River; Rebecca (Donald) LeBlanc, Melbourne; Yvonne (George) Christian, Sackville; Leah (John) Shubert, Horseshoe Bay, Tex.; Norma (Kevin) Crosby, Brenton; Linda (Pat) Patten, Brooklyn; Zena (Harold) White, Little River; Rhoda (Scott) Nickerson, Brenton; Rachel (Darren) d'Entremont, Wellington; sons, David (Beatrice), Arcadia; James (Marie), Little River; Norman (Gwen), Little River; Ivan (Linda), Wedgeport; sister, Katherine Munroe, Scarborough, Ont.; 21 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and special friend, Hilda Winters, Arcadia. She was predeceased by husband, George; twins, David and Doreen; son, Mark Wayne. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Sweeny's Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Yarmouth. Visitation held in Sweeny's Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral mass held January 15, at in Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church Msgr. Gerald LeBlanc officiated. Interment followed in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Down Syndrome Society or Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. On-line condolences can be sent to: sweenysfh@eastlink.ca or you may sign the guestbook on-line at: www.sweenysfuneralhome.net

HILCHIE, J.E. Jack

HILCHIE, J.E. Jack— Born in Halifax, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2010, in Dartmouth General Hospital surrounded by his family. He was the son of the late Edward and Golda Hilchie. He is survived by his wife, Barb and his daughter, Christine Hilchie; brother, Robert (Mary) Hilchie, Edmonton; sisters, Sandra (Joe) Gallagher, Dartmouth, and Sharon Mason (Donny Mallard), Lower Sackville; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Paul and David and sister, Sheila. Jack was retired from Maritime Tel and Tel after 42 years service. He was a member of Grandview Golf and Country Club, Austinville Owls Club, and the Masonic Order. He attended Port Wallace United Church. A memorial service held in Port Wallace United Church, 263 Waverley Rd., Dartmouth January 23, Ivan Gregan officiated. Reception followed in Austinville Owls Club, 34 Oakdale Cres., Dartmouth. Interment at a later date in Grace United Cemetery, Port Greville. Donations may be made to Port Wallace United Church Building Fund. Condolences to: condolences.mattatall@ns.aliantzinc.ca

HORTON, William Manus "Bill"

HORTON, William Manus "Bill" — 89, of Kentville, passed away in Soldiers' Memorial Hospital - Veterans Unit, Middleton on Sunday, January 10, 2010. Bill was born in Port Williams, the only child of the late William Brady and Effie (Holden) Horton. Bill spent most of his life in Kentville where he had brought his bride to live after the war had ended in 1945. He graduated from Kings County Academy with honours in 1940. He served in the RCAF during the Second World War working as an airframe mechanic on various designs of aircraft. In 1941 Bill joined the Kentville Volunteer Fire Department as a volunteer firefighter and in 2003 he was honoured by the department for being its oldest veteran member. In 1941, with no regard for his own life, Bill retrieved a young girl who had broken through the ice on Mill Brook. Bill was successful in rescuing her but she was unable to be revived by medical personnel. His act of heroism was noted in various newspapers throughout Nova Scotia. Bill was also a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Kings Branch No. 6, Kentville. He worked at T. P. Calkin Ltd. for 23 years. Bill was an avid stamp collector and had compiled an extensive collection throughout his lifetime. He was also an award winning photographer and continued to take photographs well into his 80s. He was also a member of the Kentville Gun club and enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a member of the Kings County Wildlife Association and the Blomidon Naturalist Society. He and Del were keenly interested in genealogy and traced the Horton family lines back 13 generations to 1600. After retirement he and Del traveled to various parts of the world but mostly they spent their time with family over at their cottage, Whispering Pines, in New London, P.E.I. and at the Hummingbird cottage at Aylesford Lake. He was a keen sailor and with his sons won several first place banners as captain of the Peregrine Falcon..."Perry". Bill was a member of St. James Anglican Church, Kentville where at many turkey dinners Bill carved the turkeys. He is survived by his sons, Eric (Nancy) of Fall River, and Kenneth (Barbara) of Mount Uniacke; son-in-law, Paul Longley of Kentville; grandchildren, Scott (Ailie) Longley, Sherri Longley, Shaun (Krista) Horton and Lyndsey Horton; great-grandchildren, Kourtnie Evans, Timothy and Brittany Longley, Ethan and Austin Horton. Bill is also survived by a sister-in-law, Dorothy Clarke of Prince Edward Island. Besides his parents, Bill was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Adell "Dell" (Parkman) Horton; his daughter, Ann Louise Longley, and great-granddaughter, Emily Jean Longley. Good bye Bill, Dad, Grampie, Gramps, and Grampie Bill. Cremation has taken place. Visitation held Wednesday, January 13, with a Royal Canadian Legion service held both in White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. The funeral service, followed by a reception was held Thursday, January 14, in St. James Anglican Church, Kentville, Archdeacon Lynn Uzans officiated. Burial to take place in Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, Kings Co. Donations in memory may be made to the ALS Society of Nova Scotia, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Canadian Diabetes Association. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville. On-line inquiries or condolences may be directed to: www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com

MacWILLIAMS, Norman

MacWILLIAMS, Norman — 49, of Wellington, NS, passed away after a courageous battle on January 6, 2010, surrounded by family. Born in Prince Edward Island, he was a son of Roy and Kathleen (MacIsaac). Norman is survived by his daughter, Daphne (Jason) Robichaud; mother, Kathleen; brothers, Wayne (Janie), Alan, Rodney (Esther); sisters, Ruth (Allan) MacIsaac, Audrey (Bennett) Howard; grandmother, Shirley MacIsaac; former wife, Karen; brothers- in-law, Harold Arsenault, Howard (Helen) Arsenault, Eric (Danielle) Arsenault, Russell (Sandra) Arsenault, Michael Arsenault; sisters-in-law, Bonita (David) Clark, Brenda (Art) McCullough, Noralee (Cory) Gavin; mother-in-law, Carm (Everett) Arsenault; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his father, Roy; niece, Crystal MacIsaac. A memorial service was held on Monday, January 11, in Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth, reception followed in the funeral home lounge. On-line condolences may be made by visiting: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com

McLELLAN, Ronald Attwood

McLELLAN, Ronald Attwood — 66, Tennecape, Hants Co., passed away peacefully Saturday, January 16, 2010, in the VG Site, QEII, Halifax. Born in Martock on March 23, 1943, he was a son of the late Attwood and Harriot "Hattie" (McLellan) McLellan. Ronald was employed with Western Plumbing and Heating for his entire working career. He enjoyed the outdoors and could always be found in his garage building something with his dog "Lucky" by his side and he loved playing with his grandchildren. He is survived by his companion, Evelyn Lake; son, Matthew (Cindy), Tennecape; grandchildren, Ryan and Emily who he adored; brothers, Gerry (Carol), Beaver Bank; Tony, Windsor; sisters, Verna (Albert) Laffin, Moose Brook; Betty, Calgary and Debbie (Rhynold) Meltzer, Sweets Corner; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sister, Hilda in infancy. Cremation has taken place a private family only Graveside Committal Service was held Tuesday, January 19, in Tennecape Cemetery Rev. Christine Johnson officiated. Donations may be made to the Tennecape Cemetery Fund or Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements have been entrusted to the compassionate care of J. Wilson Allen Funeral Home, Hwy. 215, Summerville, ph. 1-902-633-2431 or e-mail condolences to: allenfuneral@ns.sympatico.ca

NICKERSON, Sharon Esther

NICKERSON, Sharon Esther — It is with a heavy heart that we announce the peaceful passing of Sharon, at her home in Cambridge. Over the past two years, Sharon faced her illness with extraordinary courage and dignity...a braver person, we have never known. Sharon was born on June 29, 1950, in Halifax, a daughter of the late Maynard and Esther (Canning) Brown, (Grand Lake). Sharon's strongest devotion was to her beloved husband, Barrie, and their pride and joy, Nicole Alexandra. She is survived by her husband, Barrie; daughter, Nicole; sisters, Catherine, Halifax; Merriam, Ottawa; Aunt Marg, Aunt Barb, Aunt Lottie, Aunt Mary, Uncle Buzz and numerous cousins. Sharon was born in Halifax, and grew up in Moncton, N.B., graduating from Moncton High School in 1968. She married shortly after and eventually settled in New Minas, where she worked with G. R. Saunders Ltd. until her retirement. Sharon waited patiently every year for spring and the chance to get out in her garden. She and Barrie were best friends, loved to take long drives in the country and stop at all the yard sales. She treasured the weekend get-aways (with just us "Girls") to the Riverview Cottages and revisiting all the special spots on the Parrsboro shore. We would like to thank Sharon's medical community. It is through their support and good work that Sharon was able to remain at home as she wished. We cherish every moment we had with Sharon and consider making the journey with her a privilege and a blessing. The family wishes to convey a special thank you to Sharon's closest friend, Judy Arenburg. Judy's special attention, her sweetness and great understanding of this part of Sharon's life carried Sharon through, and allowed us to help Sharon spend the rest of her life in the best possible way. We also want to thank our cousin, Carole who gave great support and comfort to Sharon, having challenged the same disease. Sharon, like her mum, was a sweet and gentle soul...attributes that cancer never considers before invading. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation or carry out an act of kindness for someone in need. Cremation has taken place. A service, followed by a reception, took place Tuesday, January 5, in White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Rev. Doctor Judith Saunders officiated. Sharon won her battle with cancer, leaving it behind on January 1, 2010, and moved on to a higher place. We will miss her so. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville. Private messages of condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com (Under Current Funerals on the right of the page.)

O'HANLEY (Dickie), Marie Margaret Brenton

O'HANLEY (Dickie), Marie Margaret Brenton — Brookfield, passed away Saturday, January 16, 2010, in Williams Country Home, Hilden. Born on June 4, 1921, in Lower Truro, she was a daughter of the late Angus and Bertha (Moore) Dickie. Marie's teaching career of 35 years gave her joy as she interacted with her primary class in Brookfield Memorial. Every summer she could be found at "The Camp" digging in the dirt or picking berries. Marie was an avid bowler, card player and she loved to dance. She had a competitive edge that made interacting with her fun. She was a member of the United Church and a life member of the unit 2 U.C.W. She was deeply dedicated to her church work. Marie is survived by sons, George (Ronda), Gerald (Sandra); daughter, Elaine (Gerald) Ross, all of Middle Stewiacke; brother, Don (Therese), Truro; sisters, Annie, Brookfield, Jean, Wallace; sisters-in-law, Joyce Snow, Saskatoon, Sask.; Eileen Dickie, Amherst; stepchildren, Judy (Greig) Hammond, Dartmouth; Suzanne (Keith) White, Windsor Junction; Owen (Alison), Terrace, B.C.; nine grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by husbands, Alden Brenton and John O'Hanley; brothers, Yuill (Greta) Moore, George Dickie; sister, Dorothy (Howard) Carter; brother-in-law, Don Blaikie. Special thanks to the Palliative Care Team, V.O.N. and Williams Country Home. Cremation has taken place. Visitation and memorial service held Tuesday, January 19, both in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Truro, Rev. Larry Harrison officiated. Private family interment in Middle Stewiacke Cemetery. Donations may made to Knox United Church or Middle Stewiacke United Church. On-line condolences may be made at: www.colchestercommunity.com