The death occurred peacefully at the Provincial Palliative Care Centre on Monday, April 6, 2026, of Linda Fay Coles of Suffolk, age 78 years. Beloved wife of the late Glennie Coles. Loving mother of Calvin, Dean (Demetra), Amy (Connor), and Belinda (Robert). Proud Grammie of Carmen, Emma, and Hunter. Lovingly remembered by her siblings Sylvia MacGillivray, Cedric (Wilma) Newson, Lorena Dalziel, Donna MacDonald, Janice McKenna and Rosalie (Leonard) Cudmore and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Ted and Marion (MacPherson) Newson, sister Beryl (Johnny) Cullen, brothers-in-law Barry MacGillivray, Bill Dalziel, Gerry MacDonald, and Donnie McKenna.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=0879212b-0bce-4c52-bd95-b1e8eb84e195 If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the Donaldston Cemetery or Hospice PEI. Visiting hours Friday from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Donaldston Cemetery

c/o Marilyn Doyle

635 Donaldston Rd Rte 219

Donaldston, PE C0A 1T0

E-transfer: bigalandlilmar@hotmail.com

 

Hospice PEI

Contact: Nancymarie Arsenault, Executive Director

119 Water Street

Charlottetown, PE C1A 1A8

Ph: 902-368-4498

Dr. John H. MacFarlane, BSc, MSc, PHD of Charlottetown formerly of Harrington passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026. John was born in New Perth, PE on June 17, 1935, to Smith and Ruth (Jordan) MacFarlane. John grew up in Harrington after the family moved when he was only an infant. After completing Grade 10 in the one room schoolhouse in Harrington, John decided to enter the working world, firstly, at the Ernst Harmon Air Force Base in Stephenville, NF and then back to Charlottetown to work at Maritime Motor Supply for a few years. In 1961 John decided to enter Prince of Wales College as a mature student to complete his education. After graduating from Prince of Wales, John obtained his BSc. from MacDonald College in Montreal, his MSc. from the Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA and then his PHD from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Blacksburg, VA in June 1971 at the age of 36.

 

John was a world traveller, besides stints in the USA and in Winnipeg, MB and later in Charlottetown, he spent many years in Kenya, Nigeria, India and Thailand, doing research work and lecturing at various universities including UPEI. Over the years he authored or co-authored several publications on entomology related subjects and presented papers at professional meetings around the world. John also taught English as a second language in Thailand for a few years.

 

Besides his parents John was predeceased by his wife Jacinta, brothers Bill (Jean), Brian and Donald (in infancy); sisters Audrey (Bill Barrow) and Sandra (Brian Hunter); niece Pamela MacFarlane and nephew Kevin McKay; brothers-in-law Nicholas Kainellos and Daniel McKay. He is survived by brother Lorne (Pearl), sister-in-law Lei and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and cousins.

 

John’s family wish to extend a sincere thanks to the doctors, nurses and support staff at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital for the excellent and compassionate care provided John during his stay. THANK YOU!

 

A very special thanks to John’s friends Florence Hughes and Ann Peters for their friendship and support for John over the last few years.

 

There will be no visitation or service by request. Interment at a later date in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens, Pleasant Valley, PE. Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

With heavy hearts, we announce Eric's passing, which occurred peacefully after a brief illness at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Friday, April 3, 2026, age 86 years. Survived by his wife Anne, her sons Andrew (Heather) and Lorne (Sarah), and cherished grampy of Charlotte, Leo, Louie, Zoe, Cameron, Bo, and William. Fondly remembered by the mother of Zoe and Cameron, Becky Bruce; Eric’s daughters Sheila and Brenda, and son Roy (Samantha). Proud grampy of Alex (Leah), Josie (Marco), and Shana, and four great-grandsons. Eric is also survived by his brother Bob, sister-in-law Wanda, and special uncle to Margo (Oliver), Callie Joy, Sue, Kim (Derek), and J.D. (Chris). Lovingly remembered by his sister-in-law Rose Ellen Ghiz and brother-in-law Malcolm McGowan. Eric was predeceased by his parents, Marguerite and Art Wood of Rollo Bay, and his brother Barry.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. A graveside service will be held on Friday, July 3 at 2:00 p.m. at Bay Fortune Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to Bay Fortune Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Bay Fortune Cemetery

Contact: Larry Aitken

778 Route 310

Bay Fortune, PE C0A 2B0

The death occurred peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Monday, March 30, 2026, of Christine Emma Easter of Charlottetown, age 97 years. Loving mother of Vince, Debbie (Kirk) Hickox, Pat (Wayne) Barlow, Cindy Deacon, Allie (Shelley), Kathy (Lyonel) Parkman, Norman (Sabrina), and Michael. Fondly remembered by her daughter-in-law Eileen, stepson Wayne (Helen) Easter, 28 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, sister Mildred Ferris, sister-in-law Isabel Watts, Loughran siblings-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husbands Albert Loughran and Leith Easter, son Ernie, daughter-in-law Joanne, grandson David Kent Hickox, and grandson-in-law Jason Hennessey.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Funeral service on Saturday from Central Queens United Church at 12:00 p.m. For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live streamed on the church's Facebook page. Interment later in Hampshire Cemetery. Visiting hours Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the Hampshire Cemetery, Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation or the Prince County Hospital Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Hampshire Cemetery

Contact: Ron Clow

503 Colville Rd

Hampshire, PE C0A 1Y0

 

Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation

PO Box 6600

Charlottetown, PE C1A 8T5

Ph: 902-894-2425

 

Prince County Hospital Foundation

PO Box 3000 65 Roy Boates Avenue

Summerside, PE C1N 2A9

It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden death at home of Dan MacCormack, age 41, following a brief illness, with his beloved partner Krista and his dog Tango by his side.

 

Dan is survived by his loving partner Krista MacLeod, parents Ken MacCormack and Helen (David) Wrathall, big brother Rob (Lisa), nephew Brandon, aunts and uncles Carol Reid, Joanne Reid, Sterling Reid, David MacCormac, and Claire MacDonald and many cousins. Predeceased by his stepmother Nancy MacCormack. He leaves behind his precious dog Tango and was left behind by his dog Shelby who was his steadfast companion for 12 years.

 

A celebration of life will be held on Friday from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Haviland Club (2 Haviland St. Charlottetown). To remember Dan, share an act of kindness. He always tried to help someone in need and believed that you should always stop to buy lemonade from kids with roadside stands. Donations to the wonderful work of Constance Duncan (Facebook Hungry Mosquito) can be made via e-transfer to cduncan1@bellaliant.net. She always referred to Dan as her defender, championing the rights and support of those in need. We encourage you to bring along non-perishable items and supplies to Dan’s celebration of life at the Haviland Club. Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Robert Carlyle Sanderson of York Point passed suddenly at home on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the age of 79. He is survived by his wife Myrna (Ballem), children Angela (Brent Irving), Jody (Larissa), Kathie (John Morgan), and Marcy (Andrew Ferguson). He was forever loved by his chosen family Darcy, Tabitha and Marley McCourt. A beloved Grampy to Brody (Amy), Amanda (Jay), Jack, Kate, Scarlett, Chase, Jonathan (Jennie) and Alex (Sean). Proud Great Grampy to Bennett, Austin, Roy, Beau and Zoey. Predeceased by his brother John (Marie).

 

Robert was a lifelong farmer who worked side by side with his brother and four nephews. Robert was fortunate to have been a cherished extended family member to nieces and nephews, neighbours, and anyone who needed a kind smile. He will be missed in the York Point community and beyond.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Funeral Sunday from Winsloe United Church at 2:00 p.m. Interment later in The Peoples Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or The War Amps. No visitation by personal request. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Box 2414

2300 Yonge St., Suite 1200

Toronto ON M4P 1E4

Tel:1-888-473-4636

www.heartandstroke.ca

 

War Amps of Canada

1 Maybrook Dr.

Toronto, ON M1V 5K9

Ph: 1-800-250-3030

On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 6:27 a.m., singer and dancer Daniel J. Costain (born July 2, 1950) peacefully passed away at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Charlottetown.

 

Danny is survived by his daughter Tara MacLean; step-children Bryde MacLean and David Martirano; granddaughters Sophia Bell, Stella Grand, and Flora Grand; his first wife Sharlene MacLean; his brother Kevin Costain and sister-in-law Terry (Aaron and Naomi); and his sister Jennifer Plumridge (Shannon and Lawrence).

 

He was predeceased by his beloved wife Vanessa, stepson Miles, stepdaughter Shaye, brother James Costain (Kelly, Kerry, Erin, and Sean), and parents Ernest and Katherine Costain of Victoria, BC. He was also predeceased by his loyal and somewhat ridiculous dog Mac and cats Katie and Noah.

 

Danny was a brilliant and beloved performer, teacher, and tinker who spent his life either on stage or behind it. From becoming North American Highland Dance Champion at fourteen, to performing nine seasons at the Charlottetown Festival, to singing and dancing around the world, building theatres, and running shows as a 50-year member of IATSE, Danny’s greatest joy was teaching young people improvisation and stagecraft at the Canadian College of Performing Arts.

 

His motto in life was JFDI — and he certainly "did it", with kindness, passion, mischief, and unbelievable talent. He loved birds and history and Gallant's strawberry-rhubarb pie in Rustico. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him, but we like to think he’s tap-tap-tapping his way into the light, whistling a happy tune all the way home.

 

Deepest thanks to the doctors, nurses, and all the angels at the QEH for the last two months of love and support.

 

Visitation will be held at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel on Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Bring instruments if you like! A funeral service will be held at a later date after mud season, when all can gather to remember Danny.

 

For our east coast clan, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to the School of Performing Arts (SoPA) at Holland College.

 

For the west coast clan, please donate to the Canadian College of Performing Arts.

 

Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Holland College Foundation

140 Weymouth Street

Charlottetown, PE C1A 4Z1

T: 902-566-9590

E: foundation@hollandcollege.com

 

Canadian College of Performing Arts

1701 Elgin Rd

Victoria, BC V8R 5L5

T: 250-595-9970

E: hello@ccpacanada.com

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Linda Williams (nee Paquet) on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, with her family by her side.

 

Born and raised in Souris, a place she always held close to her heart, to Daniel “Ducky” and Helen Paquet on September 7, 1943.

 

Linda was a dedicated nurse who spent many years caring for others with kindness and compassion. She was a strong and resilient woman, a devoted mother, a proud grandmother, a sister, an aunt and a friend to many, whose love and guidance meant everything to her family.  

She had a deep love for music and often played the piano, filling her home with melodies that brought comfort and joy to everyone around. Some of her happiest moments were spent during the summers at Sea Sound campground, that she loved so much.

 

Though she will be greatly missed, her legacy lives on in the values she shared, the love she gave, and the wisdom she passed on to those fortunate enough to know her.

 

Linda will lovingly be remembered by her husband, Leonard Williams; her daughters Terrie Williams (David Toombs); Renee Williams (Andrew Roberts); granddaughters, Sidnie Williams (Shane Medicraft) and Avery Hillstrom (Dez MacDonald). She is also survived by her brothers Stanley Paquet and Sidney Paquet, as well as many nieces and nephews.

 

Linda was predeceased by her sister Velma Chisolm; brothers, Wayne Paquet (twin) and Maynard Paquet, and nephew Jason Paquet.

 

At the request of the family, a Celebration of Life will be held in Souris at a later date. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the Kidney Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

The Kidney Foundation of Canada

880-5160 Decarie Blvd.

Montreal, QC H3X 2H9

1-800-361-7494

info@kidney.ca

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Stella Paulette Creed (nee McCarron) on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital with the loving support of her family, at the age of 73 years. Predeceased by her husband, Barry Creed.

 

Stella was born May 31,1952, to Alphonce and Lena McCarron. Sister to the late Harold McCarron, Sandra Daley, the late Shirely Deveney, Barry McCarron (Elaine), Winnie McGuigan, Brian McCarron (Gaylene) and Jerry McCarron (Nora).

 

Mother to Bob (Carmelle), Brady (Tammy), Brodie (Jolene) and Sandra Walker (Joe).

 

Stella met her soulmate at a young age, and they were married November 1,1969 and were together for 56 years until our dad’s passing on January 4, 2026. Mom had a special bond with each of her children and was the anchor of our family. Family was everything to our mother. Mom would do anything for her children and would plan for months to make sure we had what we asked for as kids for birthdays and at Christmas, or that we all were able to play all the sports we wanted, even when money was scarce. Our mother taught us many life lessons over the years and made us the people we are today. Mom showed us that to succeed in this world you need to meet all challenges head on and to never give up.

 

To her five grandchildren and one grandson, she was Nannie. Nannie always knew best and always could be counted on to come to the rescue. She loved and adored each of her grandchildren and went to great effort to make sure they each knew how special they were to her. She never missed an event that they were involved in. You would find her in the stands, at the fence or just standing close by enough that the kids knew their Nannie was there watching. Briana, Faith, Austin, Lena, Brae-Lynn and Sierra will cherish the adventures and memories made with their loving Nannie forever. Lovingly remembered by Olivia, Brian and Lucy Hicken and Madelyn and Matthew Bell.

 

The last life lesson mom taught us was through her 14-month battle with cancer. Words are hard to find to describe this journey. There were a lot of good and not so good days, but she faced every day with determination, courage, and perseverance. Mom showed us that in the end only family and friends matter in this world. Mom, you will be forever missed but always in our hearts.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Funeral Mass Saturday at 11:00 a.m. from St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church, Sturgeon. Interment later in St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Cemetery fund. Private family visitation only. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

You may view the Funeral Mass at youtube.com/watch?v=sIGqdnFidOQ

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

St. Paul's Roman Catholic Cemetery fund

PO Box 209

Montague, PE C0A 1R0

The death occurred at her late residence in Rice Point on Sunday, March 8, 2026, of Florence Anita MacEachern, age 79 years. Loving sister of Eldon (Mary), Victor (Lois), Marie (Francis) Gorveatt, Wilma Gorveatt, Eileen Griffin, Marilyn (Alban) Griffin, Evelyn (Blair) MacLeod, and Lowell (Joy) and their families. Also fondly remembered by brother-in-law Preston (Heather) Smith and special friend Tom Thomson. Predeceased by her parents Wilfred and Sarah (Taylor) MacEachern, brothers Vernon and Lawrence (Sally), sisters Irma and Betty Smith, and brothers-in-law Carl Gorveatt and Leonard Griffin.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Interment later in Canoe Cove Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the Kidney Foundation. Visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

The Kidney Foundation of Canada

880-5160 Decarie Blvd.

Montreal, QC H3X 2H9

1-800-361-7494

info@kidney.ca