The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by family, at the Provincial Palliative Care Centre on Monday, March 1, 2021 of Shirley Lorraine Craswell, of Charlottetown age 75 years. Wife of the late Gordon Craswell. Loving mother of Sherry (Vincent) Garrett and Geoff (Corrine) Craswell, and Nanny/Mooma/Grammie to Ashley, Bailey, Mya, Olivia, and Alice and great-grandchildren Cecil, Isaiah, Nathaniel, and Josiah. Survived by siblings Claude (Susan) Stewart, Dorothy Campbell, Kathy (Eddie) Burris, Dale (Harvey) Martell, and Irene (Anthony) Pellecchia, sisters-in-law Cecelia Stewart and Lorraine Stewart, brothers-in-law Harold Younker, Gary (Carol) and Darren (Kelly) Craswell, sister-in-law Janice (Gordon) Ellis, and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Harry and Aletha Stewart, brothers Harry, Lyndon and Fenton Stewart, sisters Betty Gariepy, Nan Younker, and brother-in-law Richard Campbell, and parents-in-law Merrill and Janet Craswell..

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. A graveside service will be held at the Peoples Cemetery at a later date. If so desired, memorials to Hospice PEI or Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

On Angel’s Wings

 

On Angel's Wings you were taken away,

But in my heart you will always stay.

I will hear your whisper in the tallest trees,

Feel your love in the gentle breeze.

And when I find I miss you the most,

Inside our beautiful memories

I will hold you close.

You are an angel watching over me

>with the comfort and blessings you bring,

You embrace my heart and hold it close,

Forever on Angel's Wings

The death occurred at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Sunday, February 21, 2021 of Peter Johnston of Stratford, age 71. Loving husband of Darlene (nee Whitlock). Survived by brothers Don (Michelle) and Ron (Karen), brothers-in-law John Squarebriggs and Gordon (Wanda) Whitlock, as well as several cousins, nieces, and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Brigadier General Keith and Patricia (Richie) Johnston, brother Robert, parents-in-law George “Pud” and Olia Whitlock, and sister-in-law Barbara Squarebriggs.

 

Peter was retired from a successful career at PEI Mutual Insurance Co. He was an avid sailor and former Commodore of the Charlottetown Yacht Club. Peter was skip for the 1967-68 Provincial Juniors Curling team.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Friday at 2:00 p.m. (by invitation only). For those wanting to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=41069519-aee6-4b1c-a690-96e6410a808a. Interment later in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. If so desired, memorial donations to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

The family wishes to thank Jennifer Buchanan, and the doctors, nurses, and staff of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital for their care.

Peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Sunday, February 21, 2021 of Thelma Jean Clarkin of Charlottetown. Beloved wife of the late Gerald Clarkin. Loving mother of Merlin (Bertha) Jay, Irwin (Barb) Jay, Glenn (Freda) Jay, and Darla (Vaughan) Jay. Nanny to Krista (Nick), Courtney (Jason), Travis (Michaela), Tara (Sean), Candice (Gary), and Jarad (Taylor). Survived by siblings Edith (Aden) Clow, Bertha Bruce, Margaret Corney, Bernice (Vernon) Matheson, Ethel (Gordon) Vessey, Garfield (Brenda) MacDonald, and Arlene (Donnie) MacEwen, and sister-in-law Helena MacDonald. Predeceased by her parents Walter and Lois MacDonald, siblings Kenneth and Dewar (Judee), and brothers-in-law Blair Bruce and Hessell Corney.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. A graveside service will be held in Central United Church Cemetery at a later date. No visiting hours by personal request. If so desired, memorial donations to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Daryl Lloyd Guignion died on February 8, 2021 at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Charlottetown, PEI. He was born to Lloyd and Mabel Guignion in Rosebridge, Gaspe. Daryl and his siblings, Garth, Sandra and Marlene, grew up in a small house on land that today borders on Forillon National Park. To say that Daryl came from a modest background would be an understatement. He didn’t experience the luxury of indoor plumbing or a telephone until he was in high school. Money was scarce and Daryl developed his strong work ethic as a young boy, working in the woods alongside his father and brother cutting pulpwood, milking the cow, tending the garden and raising chickens and later, working in copper mines in Murdochville. He inherited his mother’s gentle nature and she encouraged him to do well in school. Daryl saw the damage inflicted on the family by his father’s alcoholism and promised his mother he would never drink. He stayed true to his word.

 

Grade 12 was unavailable in Gaspe and Daryl left to attend Dartmouth High School in Nova Scotia. He became the first in his family to get a university degree, completing his BSc at Mount Allison University. Daryl spoke often about the influence of Dr. Hinrich Harries at Mt. A in encouraging a holistic view of the environment and developing a passion for field work. Wilfred Carter encouraged Daryl to do his Masters Degree at Laval University and he completed his Masters research project studying eider ducks in the St. Lawrence estuary. His Gaspe wilderness background came in handy when he spent a summer on an isolated island. He had many stories of harrowing trips in a small boat going to and from Brandy Pot Island, and eating gulls’ eggs when there were no other supplies.

 

Father Charlie Cheverie offered Daryl a position in the Biology Department at St. Dunstan’s University which eventually turned into 40 plus years of teaching in the U.P.E.I. Biology Department. Daryl and Father Charlie would remain lifelong friends and enjoy fishing trips in the Morell River and in Gaspe for many years. Daryl cherished his years at the university and spoke often of how well he was treated, from cafeteria staff, custodians, and maintenance workers to lab technicians, secretaries and fellow professors. Daryl taught a variety of field courses and his students recall field trips to parts of PEI most of them had never visited - canoe trips to wetlands, snowshoeing, visits to old growth hardwoods and sand dune ecosystems. Some remember when he told them to lie on the beach at the Conway Sand Hills, close their eyes, and listen to the waves and the birds to fully experience and appreciate the beauty of the natural world around them. Daryl took students to the Atlantic Society of Fish and Wildlife Biologists annual meeting every year and they have lasting memories of hikes in Fundy National Park and of climbing Gros Morne Mountain. Other residents of Duffy Science Centre were less enthused when he brought in muskrats for the class to skin and examine or when students were asked to find an animal carcass and prepare the skull in his mammalogy class. The smell of rotting flesh lingered in the building for many days.

 

Daryl sat on countless environmental committees both in PEI and across the country. One that was especially important to him was the 1985 National Parks Centennial Citizens Committee. He was able to visit national parks across Canada and in working with people from various backgrounds, he finally gained the confidence in his abilities and knowledge that had been lacking. He often pointed to that Committee as being a turning point in his life. His involvement in environmental issues in PEI included many hard-fought battles. Daryl may have been quiet but could be formidable when he was passionate and determined about something. He would often speak of his involvement in the development of the Island Nature Trust, the protection of Greenwich, and the Morell River Conservation Zone as perhaps his most proud achievements. He also took great pride in the development of two technical manuals for watershed management on PEI and two Atlantic salmon strategies which continue to provide guidance for river restoration in PEI.

 

The journey was always more important to Daryl than the destination itself. No trip, long or short, could be done without frequent stops at an apple stand, donut shop, or dairy bar. The drive from PEI to his ancestral home in Gaspe took most people just over eight hours. For Daryl, it often stretched to twelve, as he stopped for a picnic, a walk along a river or beach and numerous naps.

 

During the month of Daryl’s sudden illness, many former students reached out to share memories and comment on how he had shaped and influenced their lives. Many have said that they would not have chosen their career without Daryl’s influence and inspiration. The word most often used to describe Daryl was “gentle”. He had a quiet, positive approach and tended to see the best in people. He believed that fostering relationships was just as important as carrying out research, and enjoyed talking with landowners in their kitchens as he carried out work across PEI. He often spoke of how good it felt to be welcomed into homes and offered tea and biscuits when he would be seeking permission to access properties.

 

Daryl was known for his generosity. He shared his knowledge of the environment willingly and with anyone who would listen. Even after his retirement from UPEI in 2008, Daryl continued to work with watershed groups in the province to improve habitat and populations of fish and wildlife. His generosity knew no bounds, and he was constantly delivering raspberries, strawberries, rhubarb and his famous raspberry jelly to anyone who would take them. Even when he was admitted to hospital, he insisted on having us bring in jelly for nurses and doctors involved in his care. Many people have also received red oak tree saplings from Daryl. He could be seen collecting acorns at his property in Canavoy, which he recently protected under the Natural Areas Protection Act, as well as on the UPEI campus and city parks. Not only would he give you saplings, he would often come to your property to plant them. The best way to remember Daryl is to plant a red oak tree.

 

Although Daryl spent time in most of the rivers in PEI, the Morell River held a special place in his heart. He knew the river intimately, and when he had trouble going to sleep, would “launch” his canoe and paddle his way down the river until he fell asleep. He took pride in his involvement in the salmon restoration program for over 30 years and assisted in the collection of salmon up to this past fall.

 

Daryl was very proud of his children and their accomplishments. It was fortunate that the children living out of province were able to visit and spend time with their dad during the past month. In the last few years, Daryl could be seen in a lawn chair watching Evelyn and Harrison play soccer or in the bleachers at a basketball game. Daryl and Rosie worked as a team over the past thirty years, sharing many days and nights in the field, and entertaining others with their bickering and banter. Pillow talk in their household was discussions around brook trout, salmon and smelts.

 

Daryl received much recognition and many awards for his decades of environmental involvement and achievements and was particularly proud of his National Recreational Fisheries Award received in 2012. The recognition was appreciated, but Daryl’s greatest wish has always been for Islanders to continue the fight and work to protect and restore our environment for future generations. Daryl is survived by his wife Rosie, children Jeff (Wendy), Suzanne (Diana), Daryl (Lisa), Amanda (John), Evelyn and Harrison; grandsons Justin (Tia), Zakary (Tatyjanna), and Sam (Savannah), as well as great- granddaughters Atlas and Arya Guignion. Daryl is survived by his brother Garth and sisters Sandra Adams (Arden) and Marlene Guignion, as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Also, mother-in-law Ruth MacFarlane Lambe, sisters-in-law Bonnie Ralph (Charlie) and Cindy Darbyson (Paul), brothers-in-law Jim Carlsen (Kathleen) and Matt MacFarlane (Johanna).

 

Donations in Daryl’s memory can be made to the Island Nature Trust or the Daryl Guignion and Ian MacQuarrie Graduate Scholarship in Science at UPEI. Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred peacefully with family by her side, at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 of Lynn MacLeod of Charlottetown and formerly of Canoe Cove, age 72 years. Beloved wife of the late Jim MacLeod. Loving mother of Steve (Heidi) and Jody (Roxanne) MacLeod, and Nanny of Grayden, Teagan, Kaitlyn, and David. Survived by siblings Lloyd (Diane) MacNevin and Marion MacLean, brother-in-law Lester (Margaret) MacLeod, and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Milton and Georgetta MacNevin, brother Sterling MacNevin, sister Evelyn (Blair) Smith, and brothers-in-law Merwin MacLean and Wayne MacLeod.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the funeral will be held on Friday at 11:00 a.m. by invitation only. For those wishing to attend virtually the service will be live-streamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=82bad2e1-a399-4066-a1e0-e733256a4490. Interment later in Sherwood Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations to Canoe Cove Presbyterian Church or the Reach Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred peacefully at Whisperwood Villa on Monday, February 8, 2021 of Gladys Alexandra Stewart (nee Dickson) of Charlottetown, age 74 years. Beloved wife of John Stewart, loving mother of David (Kimberly) and Jacalyn (Blair) MacAulay, and adored Nanny of Taylor, Cassie, Corbin, and Reegan. Survived by sister June MacKenzie. Predeceased by her parents Stuart and Agnes Dickson, sister Alice (John) Fraser, and brother-in-law Bruce MacKenzie.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Funeral Thursday from St. Peter’s Cathedral at 10:00 a.m. (by invitation only). Interment later in Peoples Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations to St. Peter’s Cathedral or the Autism Society of PEI would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Inez Smith (nee MacQuarrie) formerly of North Milton, passed away peacefully at the Garden Home on February 3, 2021 with her family by her side, and her grandchildren face timing her. Predeceased by husband Parker Smith and great-grandson Brad.

 

Inez is survived by her 5 children Fred (Jennifer), Pauline, Keir (Maria), James (Debbie), and Allison, grandchildren Charlie, Gordon, Shelley, Adam, Kristen, Amber, Hillary, Allie, and Morgan, great-grandchildren Jayla, Jax, Justice, Jonah, Cohen, Kaston, Parker, Kristen, Riley, Braden, Camryn, Charlee, and Emmett.

 

Also survived by her sisters Lorraine Wheatley and Grace Rogers, and sisters-in-law Florence and Hilda MacQuarrie.

 

Predeceased by her brothers Chris, Charlie, Raymond, Walter, Harold, Sheldon, and Rollie MacQuarrie, and sisters Mary Ellen and Sophie.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. (by invitation only) or via live-stream at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=518669d3-19d9-4e55-92b8-c07e352fbdb4. Interment in St. John’s Anglican Church Cemetery, Milton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John’s Anglican Church Cemetery would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com.

The death occurred peacefully at Beach Grove Home on Monday, February 1, 2021 of Lorne F. Keizer of Charlottetown, age 96 years. Beloved husband of the late Joyce (Moore) Keizer. Loving father of the late Heather (Chris Lepage), Margaret, Stirling (Heather), and Charles (Joanne). Grandfather of Maria Tremblay, Anne Lepage, Addison Keizer, Katherine Keizer, Madeline Keizer, and Benjamin Keizer. Great-grandfather of Andrew Simpson, Malcolm Thompson, and William Thompson. Survived by sister Mabel Carmichael. Predeceased by his parents Lester and Katie (Watkins) Keizer, siblings Frederick (Edna) and Amy, and brother-in-law Hoagy Carmichael.

 

Lorne was an avid fisherman and passionate advocate for environmental issues. He was president of the Canadian Wildlife Federation, PEI Wildlife Federation, and a life member of the Haviland Club. He could often be found fishing at Officer’s Pond, well into his 80’s. He was an active member of Trinity United Church serving as an elder, and volunteer with all church activities. He was always supplied cookies for the church nursery, which were enjoyed by many.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. A graveside service will be held at York Cemetery in the spring. A Masonic service of remembrance will be held for invited brethren. If so desired, memorials to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Alzheimer Society of PEI would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred suddenly and peacefully at the Garden Home on Thursday, January 28, 2021 of Muriel Rena Redding of Charlottetown, age 88 years. Loving mother of Luann Watts and Roger (Melanie) Watts, and grandmother of Alexander and Joshua. Predeceased by her parents Fred and Denise Redding, Hamilton, ON, and her children’s father Robert Watts.

 

The family extends their thanks to the Garden Home, Unit 3 of the QEH, and staff of the Mobile Integrated Health program.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. No services by personal request. Interment later in Hamilton, ON. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Friday, January 22, 2021 of Brian Nelson Court of Bedford, age 56. Brother of Heather Grawberger and Tracy Court. Survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Predeceased by his parents Nelson and Jean (Farrar) Court.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Interment later in Donaldston Cemetery. If so desired, memorials to the Kidney Foundation-PEI Chapter would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

As peacefully as Allan lived his life, he died in the same way on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at the Souris Hospital with his cousin and dear friend by his side. Commonly known as "Big Al" by his many friends, he was presently living in the Wood Lawn Community Care Home in Souris. His end was his beginning for he was born in Souris on November 1, 1949.

 

After spending his younger school years there, he moved with his family to Montague and completed High School. He grew up in a home specially blessed by his Grandmother who was full of music, and who brought him study at the University of P.E.I. from where he graduated with the first class to receive Music degrees.

 

Allan spent most of his life living in Charlottetown where he was employed by the Islander Motel, the Charlottetown Legion and teaching English to immigrants.

 

His incredible "bass" voice was greatly enjoyed and appreciated over the years in the Confederation Center and St. Peter's Cathedral choirs.

 

He will be greatly missed by his sister Susan Nowosad (Dan), his cousin Nancy MacLean-Eveson (Larry), aunt Joan MacLean, very good friend Father David Garrett and all his St. Peter's Cathedral family. "I don't sing because I'm happy, I'm happy because I sing."

 

His cremated remains will rest in All Souls Chapel Friday afternoon and evening. Requiem Mass at 11.00 a.m. Saturday, January 23 at St Peter’s Cathedral. Please observe Covid-19 protocol on entering (sanitize hands, face covering, and social distance). Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

The CBC article, "Meet P.E.I.'s gentle giant with a heavenly voice" chronicled Allan's musical gifts and devotion to the choir at St. Peter's Cathedral.

On January 21, 2021 peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, we said goodbye to our very loved Mom, Wanda Elaine Doiron, beloved wife of the late Lorne Doiron. It breaks our heart to say goodbye, but we believe that she will be thrilled to see Dad once again.

 

Mom was a wonderful, caring and giving person with a loving smile and a thoughtful heart. Mom opened her home to anyone who needed a place to stay, a delicious meal or just to come in and talk. Mom loved buying toys for all the grandchildren and great-grandchildren and loved meeting people at yard sales, as this was a wonderful way to hunt down bargains and to meet new friends.

 

Mom will always be remembered and forever loved by her family Warren (Anne), Mike (Ruthie), Pam (Dennis) and Bob (Lori), and by her many wonderful grandchildren Danielle, Monique, Ashley, Tyler, Chantel, Meaghan, Jordan, Brandy, Taylor, and Logan. Meme and Grammie as she is known by us, will also be forever missed by all her great-grandchildren whom she loved with all her heart.

 

Mom was the daughter of the late Warren and Marion Henderson, was a caring sister to Betty Savidant (Earl), Lorna Scott (the late Carl), Gail Scott (the late Garth), and Debbie MacRae (the late Bob).

 

Our family would also like to extend our sincere heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Neily and Dr. Hennessey, and all the nurses and staff at the QEH, especially Unit 3 for your kind compassion and attention to our Mom. May God continue to bless you all.

 

As per Mom’s wishes a private family ceremony will be held. If so desired, memorials to the Children’s Wish Foundation or the Hemophilia Society-PEI Chapter would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 of J. William “Bill” McPhail of Charlottetown, age 94. Beloved husband of the late Helen McPhail. Father Keith (Denise) and Jay (Catherine) McPhail. Grampy to 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Survived by sister Carolyn.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Interment will take place later in Perth-Andover, N.B. If so desired, memorials to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Bill, Kim, Cathy, Barbi & Bobby announce the death of their fun-loving mother, Wilma (Watts) Chandler. Her family gave her the gift of enjoying her final years in her own home and at her much-loved cottage in Stanhope.

 

She was predeceased by her husband, Stuart Chandler; her 6-year-old daughter, Peggy; and Gordon Smith.

 

She is survived by Bill Chandler & Luis Roman, Kim & Ray Gallant, Cathy Butler, Barbi & Harold McGuigan, Bobby & Donna Chandler, Audrey Doherty, and Lowell & Edna Watts. She was Grammie to 13 and GG to 10.

 

In Wilma’s memory, donations to Queens Palliative Home Care or the Kirk of St. James. Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. macleanfh.com

The death occurred peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Thursday, January 14, 2021 of Lottie N. Bambrick (nee Roberts) of Charlottetown, age 84 years. Beloved wife of the late George Bambrick. Loving mother of Fenton (Paula Sheppard), Cleveland, Florence (the late Sterling Cullen), Jessie, Arnold (Dianne McGuigan), Jamie, Lisa, Frankie, Neil (special friend Heather MacDonald), and Linda (Rick) Long. Lovingly remembered by 23 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Survived by sister Sadie White. Predeceased by brothers Fenton, Alton, Ira, Louis and Harold, and sisters Inez Gallant, Bernice Roberts, and Kay Roberts.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. From where the service will be held on Monday at 11:00 a.m. (by invitation) only. For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=9d760611-ceff-4027-adee-6d2a65f40b3d. Interment later in Peoples Cemetery. If so desired, memorials to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

It is with great sadness we announce the death of our beautiful mother Eileen Woodruff Tansky. Beloved mother of Beverly (the late Paul) Garnhum, Edward (Barb) Woodruff, and Carol (Gary) Jenkins. Adored grandmother of Robert (Julie Burden) MacAdam, Richard (Amanda Gallant) MacAdam, Kimberly (Robert) Arsenault, Kelsey (Jim) Wells, Michelle (David) Smith, Robert (Kerri) Ludlow, Angela (Stephen) Baird, and Sarah (Stephen) Ross. Cherished great-grandmother of 15 and great-great-grandmother of 3. Survived by sister Lillian Robertson and sister-in-law Anna Ings. Loved and remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Evelyn and Earl Ings, by husbands Edward Woodruff (1967) and Francis Tansky (2013), siblings Miriam Norman Towner, Albert “Bud” Ings, Annabelle Watters, Harley Ings, and Doris Saunders.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. (by invitation only). For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=fb493534-cc7c-4c4d-bd59-747790990207. Interment later in Peoples Cemetery. If so desired, memorials to the Peoples Cemetery would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Peacefully at Andrews of Stratford on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 of Evelyn Mae Wheatley (nee Dover) of Charlottetown, in her 97th year. Loving mother of Miriam McGuire, Toronto and Norman Wheatley. Predeceased by her parents Everett and Sarah (Duck) Dover, husband Ellsworth Wheatley, son-in-law Dr. J. H. McGuire, granddaughter Sherri Lynn Wheatley, and sister Muriel Simpson.

 

Lovingly cared for by her daughter Miriam, who made numerous trips to Prince Edward Island to be by her side and who journeyed with her during her final days.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Interment to take place in Peoples Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Rev. Anthony Ware, B.Sc., B.D., cherished husband of the late Jackie Ware, passed away surrounded by the love of his children on January 15, 2021, after an illness fought with grace, faith, and a deep appreciation for life.

 

Surviving are his sons Christopher (Andra), Alberta; Andrew (Ann), PEI; daughters Beverley (Darrell Kays), Halifax and Nicola, Charlottetown; a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Alice (the late Dr. John Ware), England; and brother-in-law Dr. Martyn Harris (Janet), England. He was predeceased by his parents, his devoted wife Jacqueline, son Timothy Martyn Ware (Kate), infant grandson David Andrew Miller, and brother Dr. John Ware.

 

Dad was born in Hong Kong on November 14, 1933, where his father, Dr. Thomas Walter, was a medical doctor in government service and his mother, Muriel Irene (Fursdon) was a teacher. He and his older brother John went back to England with their mother for their safety, which is where they were brought up.

 

Dad obtained his B.Sc. from the University of Bristol and became a Methodist Lay Preacher. He went on to study theology at the University of London where he obtained his B.D. In 1957 he and Jackie emigrated to Canada. Dad was ordained by Maritime Conference of the United Church of Canada in 1958 and served a number of churches on Prince Edward Island.

 

The family returned to England in 1961 where Dad served again in the Methodist Church, ministering first in the industrial north-east and then in the Channel Island of Jersey. From 1968 to 1975 he taught at a school in Devonshire, becoming Head of the Science Department.

 

He re-entered The United Church of Canada in 1975 and served churches in P.E.I., Bermuda, Halifax, and Cape Breton. He served on numerous Presbytery Committees, as Chair of PEI and Halifax Presbyteries, as Commissioner to General Council and was Minister Emeritus at Spring Park in Charlottetown.

 

Dad had a particular interest in faith development, lay ministry education, and the relationship between science and religion. He taught his children to be open-minded and to constantly question in the never-ending quest to seek understanding. We are forever grateful to him.

 

Cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating Dad’s wonderful life will be held at Spring Park United Church, 65 Kirkwood Drive, Charlottetown, at a date to be announced when COVID restrictions have eased. Family flowers only. If so desired, memorial donations may be made to Spring Park United Church. Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Earl Vincent Clow (Aug 4 1932 - Jan 14 2021) died peacefully on Thursday morning, with his daughter Faye by his side at Dr. John Gillis Memorial Lodge, where he had been cared for by dedicated staff for the last 5 years of his life. A number of the nurses and staff at the lodge were community members who knew Earl in his younger years and could appreciate his cheeky sense of humour and quirky ways. He was 88.

 

Earl was a man of routine: breakfast dishes laid out the night before, shirts meticulously hung in the same direction in his closet. Card parties at least twice a week and church at St. Andrew's United on Sundays. He ate the same lunch nearly every day of his 36-year career with Canadian National Railways as a section man and train plow operator. Earl was the last section man on PEI, when the railway was decommissioned in 1989. While he worked in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick to earn pensionable service, Earl was never more happy than at home on the island where he could spend the summer fishing local rivers, the autumn hunting ducks and geese, and the winter in the smelt shack in Pinette.

 

Earl was a lifetime member of the Charlottetown Trap and Skeet Club, a former elder and steward of the United Church of Canada and a member of the CN Pensioners Association.

 

He had been married to Evelyn Clow for 65 years, until her passing in 2018.

 

He is survived by his brother; Victor (Lucy) of Pleasant Grove; his daughter Faye Clow (Ray Sharkey) of Cornwall; his step-son Errol MacLure (Mary-Lou) of Dover; his grandchildren Lauchlin (Rebecca) MacLure, Lana (Vincent) Chaisson, Laurel Lee MacLure, Jackie Sharkey, Danielle Sharkey; and great-grandchildren: Elijah Vandenborn, Gwen Chaisson, Luka Reuber and many nieces and nephews.

 

He is predeceased by his parents William and Lena Clow; his brother Elmer Clow; his sisters Hattie Mossman and Georgina Kavanagh; and his son Douglas Clow.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Funeral Saturday from St. Andrew’s United Church, Vernon Bridge at 10:30 a.m. (by invitation only). For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be available on church’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/standrewsvernonbridge. Interment in St. John’s Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Belfast. If so desired, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of PEI or St. John’s Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Friday, January 8, 2021 of Karam Ashenaei of Charlottetown, formerly of Kuwait, age 84. Beloved husband of the late Kheiry Rajabi. Loving father of Alhan, Rouya, Keyvan, Kamran, and Elham, grandfather of Neysan, Ehsan, Adel, Khalid, Rohieh, Sara, Mobin, Salman, Amin, Ryan, Sami, and Kian, and great-grandfather of Emilia, Juliette, and Melik.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the funeral will be held on Sunday at 1:00 p.m. (by invitation only). For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=88498028-3faf-44da-b5da-4f186551180a and by Zoom at Meeting ID: 849 0233 0746 Passcode: 375995. Interment in Peoples Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Peacefully at Beach Grove Home on Sunday, January 3, 2021 of Reta Pearl Balderston of Cross Roads, age 100 years. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Balderston. Loving mother of Marjorie (Erland) Wood and Allan (Dianne), mother-in-law of Wayne (Michelle) Gray, Grammie Lloyd of Darlene Paynter, Wade (Kathy) Johnson, Kevin (Brenda Bambrick) Johnson, Darren (Lisa) and Cory (Tonya) Gray, Adam (Sonya), April, and Anders Balderston, Great Grammie Reta to Jenna (Onos), Jordan (Robyn), Daniel (Victoria), Kaylee, Brandon (Claire), Parker, Ava, Connor, Braydon, Carson, Faith, Katie, and Emma, and Great-great Grammie to Neve, Quinn, Ovie, Kezi, and Evena. Predeceased by daughter Doreen Gray, great-grandson Kyle, and siblings Gladys (Percy) Myers, Clifford (Helen) Birt, Carl (Millie) Birt, Viola (Ivan) Sentner, and Vivian (Robert) MacKinnon.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Funeral Friday from Zion Presbyterian Church at 1:30 p.m. (by invitation only). For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed on the Zion Presbyterian Church Facebook page or available later at zionpres.org. Interment in Calvin Presbyterian Cemetery, Mermaid. If so desired, memorials to Calvin Presbyterian Cemetery would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Friday, January 1, 2021 of Debbie Pickard of Charlottetown, age 65. Beloved daughter of the late G. Keith and Jean (MacLean) Pickard. Loving sister of Ellen (Barry) Cudmore and Barbara (Blair) MacDonald, and aunt of Jeanine, Heather (Lou Riccoboni), Andrew (Melissa), and Peter Cudmore, and Cathy (Kirk Bowmaster), Alexander, and Keith (Katelyn Page) MacDonald. Predeceased by brother George Pickard.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. (by invitation only). For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be livestreamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=15f613aa-8840-4146-8c8e-1b042f6d71d5. Interment later in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. If so desired, memorials to Trinity United Church or the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com