It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Andrea Brown, age 75, due to a car accident. She resided in Cornwall, PEI. Andrea was the daughter of the late Lena (Coles) and Bill Brown. She leaves to mourn her children, John (Tara) Burke, Molly (Terry) Scott and Ben Burke. She cherished her seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Andrea will be greatly missed by her sisters, Barbara (Dales) Doiron, Heather Brown and brother David (Kathy) Brown. Little Effie, her kitty will be lost without her.

 

She was predeceased by her son Steven Postle in his 5th year, her parents, Lena and Bill Brown, and her brother Fraser.

 

Andrea was a beautiful soul which could be seen in her paintings. She was deeply connected to her church family at Community Baptist and will be missed by all whose lives she touched.

 

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred at Beach Grove Home on Thursday, November 21, 2024, of Gordon Doss Greene of York, age 74 years. Husband of Charlotte MacDonald and father of Harris Owen Greene. Predeceased by his parents Ronald and Kathleen (Bent) Greene.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. No visiting hours or service were held by personal request. Interment took place in Midgell Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation (Dialysis Unit). Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be forwarded directly to:

 

Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation - Dialysis Unit

PO Box 6600

Charlottetown, PE C1A 8T5

Ph: 902-894-2425

The death occurred peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, of Christine Mary Weatherbie (nee Ames) of Charlottetown, aged 78 years, after a short illness.

 

Christine leaves behind her loving husband of 39 years, David Gormley. She was the dearest mother of Roderick (Laura) and Neil (Lizzie), cherished grandmother of Sydney, Hannah, and Joseph, deeply loved step-grandmother of Vanessa, Melissa, Patrick, and Nicholas, and great friend and former partner of Capt. (Ret) S. Paul Weatherbie.

 

Christine was deeply loved by all who knew her. Her best friends, Katie and Elaine, have been faithfully by her side forever, especially during her last illness.

 

Christine was born in Manchester, U.K., on December 6, 1945, to Francis Matthew Ames and Florence May Ames (nee Pennington). She first came to Canada with her mother in 1946 aboard the Queen Mary, which had been used to transport troops during the Second World War and then to help transport War Brides and their children to their new homes.

 

With her father still in the services after the war, Christine grew up in Nova Scotia, the U.K., and Germany, before the family finally settled in Charlottetown in the 1960s.

 

She met David in 1984 when they both worked at the Prince Edward Cinemas, and they have been inseparable ever since.

 

Christine returned to school for her B.A. in the 1980s as a “mature student” (a phrase she hated then) and eventually became a kindergarten teacher, a career she dearly loved.

 

Christine was a voracious reader since childhood and would go through books like they were going out of style. As a young girl her favourite pastime was to see how many books on Notre Dame Academy’s list of banned works she could read without the nuns catching on.

 

She had a deep and lifelong interest in film (an interest shared with David), space science, history, prehistoric life, and dogs (boy, did she love dogs!). She loved science fiction in film, books, and television, with The Fifth Element and Friefly being particular favourites.

 

As a history buff, Christine was very happy to make a trip with David to Newfoundland this fall to finally visit L’Anse aux Meadows and see for herself the landing place of the first Europeans in North America. She was fascinated by the area's Viking and native history and the beauty of the landscape.

 

She instilled all these passions in her sons, who both love books, film, and history.

 

Christine was not religious but found beauty and inspiration in the natural world and the universe. She was fascinated by the fact that the elements that make up our bodies were created inside stars before Earth existed, some of which were produced in the Big Bang, and that there exists a deep relationship between the cosmos and life on Earth.

 

As Carl Sagan said, “The cosmos is within us. We are made of star-stuff. We are a way for the universe to know itself.”

 

Christine’s last days were spent at the QEH, where the nurses and doctors treated her with kindness and love. The family is forever grateful for their compassion and warmth during her final days.

 

In lieu of flowers, her wish would be for donations to be made to the PEI Humane Society.

 

There will be no visitation or funeral service. A celebration of Christine’s life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be mailed directly to:

 

PEI Humane Society

Box 20022

Charlottetown, PE C1A 9E3

Ph: 902-892-1190

Robert died peacefully at the QEH in Charlottetown on Friday, November 22, 2024. He was the third child of Harry and Lucy Ferne (Sellar), born March 5, 1930 in Darnley, PEI.

 

Robert is survived by his wife Mary (Davidson), daughters Sandra Laughlin, Barbara MacEachern (David), Deborah Crozier (Andrew Dye) and Donna Provoost (Rob), grandchildren Jennifer, Sarah, Justin and Evan, great-granddaughters, Kyra and Ea. Survived by sisters-in-law Kaye Crozier and Donna Davidson, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

 

Predeceased by siblings Morley (Pearl), Merle (Jimmy Cole), Theo, Virgene (Brent Cole), Rose (Elton Murphy), Doris (Warren Dorscht) and Boyd.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. No visitation or funeral service by personal request. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the QEH Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be mailed directly to:

 

Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation

PO Box 6600

Charlottetown, PE C1A 8T5

Ph: 902-894-2425

Dr. Piero Campanaro MD - a man who lived life with unbridled enthusiasm - died on November 19th, surrounded by his loving family at the Provincial Palliative Care Centre in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

 

Piero was a man of action. Despite decades of practicing yoga and meditation, nothing frustrated him as much as being still. He was born on June 29, 1937 in Vienna, Austria to Lily (De Haas) and Amadeo Campanaro. In 87 exciting years, he lived and was at home in Austria, Slovakia, Ethiopia, Italy, Argentina, the US, Saudi Arabia, Mexico and Canada - including over 20 years in Edmonton and 30 wonderful years in Charlottetown.

 

Piero saw Haile Selassie driven into Addis Ababa in 1941 and listened to his mother yell at Italian partisans for failing to shoot Mussolini in 1945. He knew a bit about everything, and was happy to admit when he was wrong… which he rarely was. Piero was shelled during an uprising; harvested grapes on his family’s farm; went skiing, scuba diving and sailing around the world; witnessed the evolution of modern medicine from drop ether to gene therapy; and preached that “life is too serious to be taken too seriously.”

 

He loved his job as an anesthesiologist and was deeply committed to his work. Piero would disagree with that statement - of course - and say that he never went to work a day in his life. He just went to the hospital every day and had fun with his friends.

 

Piero loved nothing more than a good story and any joke of any quality. He lightened tense moments in operating rooms around the world from his seat as ‘designated gas-passer’. His oeuvre ranged from pithy one-liners for everyday use to extended tales for the dinner table and complex operations. His songs and poetry - often composed on the spot - ranged from brainy to bawdy. He was still holding court from his hospital bed in the last days of his life.

 

Piero spoke seven languages fluently and swore fluently in many more. He resented pointless rules, loved music and books, and never missed a chance to break bread with his many friends. He was a bon vivant and a connoisseur of food and drink - tastes acquired in part from his father, who was a vintner and distiller. Piero’s palate and his kitchen knew no borders and all were welcome.

 

Piero married the two great loves of his life: Carole and Ninia. He was the best Dad to his three sons and their wives: Roberto (Elaine), Eli and Richard (Paige). He was devoted to Ninia’s children - Victor (Laura), Ninia, Erika (Andres) - and their families. He was Grampie to Roberto’s children (Emma, Sarah and Isabel) and Campy to his colleagues. He was - at various times in his life - Piero, Pinch, Pete, Peter, Dad and Papi. He loved dogs of all sizes, breeds and dispositions, and he never ever ever fed them under the table. He will be missed by family, friends, colleagues, patients and hungry dogs around the world.

 

A memorial service will be held for Piero on Friday, December 27 at 4:00 p.m. from MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel on Ole King Square in Charlottetown, PEI, Canada. For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=e10fae59-7b00-4ffb-8be7-51f6b022b35b A reception will follow in the Morrie Room of MacLean Funeral Home. All are welcome to come, to tell outrageous stories and to enjoy each other’s company, as he would have wanted.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations to the QEH Foundation, the PEI Humane Society, or the Royal Canadian Legion would be welcome. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

“Nothing is lost, nothing is created, everything is transformed.”

 

Donations may be mailed directly to:

 

Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation

PO Box 6600

Charlottetown, PE C1A 8T5

Ph: 902-894-2425

 

PEI Humane Society

Box 20022

Charlottetown, PE C1A 9E3

Ph: 902-892-1190

 

Royal Canadian Legion

National Headquarters

86 Aird Place

Ottawa, ON K2L 0A1

The death occurred peacefully at Beach Grove Home on Thursday, November 14, 2024 of Robert Cook of Charlottetown, age 85 years. Loving husband of Doreen, father of Maria (Keir), Darren (Kelly) and Rachel (Jeff), and proud Gippy of Kristen, Hillary (Jamie), Allison (Jae), Morgan (Kristen), Holly (Troy), Amanda (Martin), Logan, Whyatt (Addie), Reece (Kassie), Emily and Samantha and numerous great-grandchildren. Survived by sister Frances Selway and her family. Predeceased by his parents Leslie and Florence Cook and son Dean.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where a private service will be held. Interment in Sherwood Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the PEI Humane Society. Visiting hours Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be mailed directly to:

 

PEI Humane Society

Box 20022

Charlottetown, PE C1A 9E3

Ph: 902-892-1190

Sylvia Elizabeth Johnson Riley (nee Todd) died peacefully on November 9, 2024. Born in Gananoque, Ontario, Sylvia was the loving wife of James C Johnson, until his passing in 2002 and later Douglas Riley, until his passing in 2022. Mother of F. Grant Johnson (Alida Love), Keith Johnson (Sandra Moorman), and Caroline Johannes (Jay). Grandmother of Indra, Mira, Krista, Jack, Charles, James, Emma, and Nathaniel. Also lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

 

Sylvia was the youngest of 4 children. Her early years were spent on the family dairy farm before they moved to Gananoque. She grew up on the St. Lawrence River which fostered an intense love of the water and all associated activities.

 

Sylvia attended Queen's University studying math. She then headed for adventure in Toronto where she worked as a bookkeeper and met James Johnson. James and Sylvia married and had their 3 children in Ontario before moving to Prince Edward Island in the early 1970s.

 

Always a champion of education, Sylvia served as a long time Trustee and then President of the Prince Edward Island School Board. She was also a Member of the PEI Land Use Commission and was active with the PEI Status of Women. Sylvia was thrilled to return to school at the University of PEI as a mature student to receive her Associates of Business degree in her 60’s. She was a loyal member of Trinity United Church in Summerside and later in Charlottetown, singing in both church choirs.

 

Sylvia loved gardening, animals (especially cats), books, politics, and discussions with many friends. She was also a lifelong sailor enjoying summers on Windsong in Ontario, followed by Nauti Rowdy while in PEI with her young family, and finally on Silooette with Doug Riley in Mahone Bay, NS.

 

Sweet Sylvia was a wonderful mother to Grant, Keith and Caroline and a devoted grandmother to her 8 grandchildren.

 

The Johnson family offers special thanks to the care team of Andrews Park West for their constant care of and compassion for Sylvia during her time with them.

 

Celebration of life and interment to be determined.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made online at: Canadian Cancer Society

On November 12, 2024, Doug MacArthur of Charlottetown, more recently of Georgetown, died peacefully at QEH of leukemia. He leaves behind his wife Bev of 52 years, son Jeff (daughters Jaden and Grey), son David, and daughter Amber (son Ash). He is also survived by his sister Brenda O'Regan.He was predeceased many years ago by his father Charles MacArthur and more recently by his mother Eve MacArthur (Driggs).

 

Doug was in charge of the Federal aspect of the Irving and Community Development Sectors of the PEI Comprehensive Development Plan back in the 1970s and then went on to a consulting career working in many countries around the world. He was CEO of agricultural, fisheries, building products, and environmental strategic alliances where he did work on site in more than 60 countries.

 

In 2021, Doug and Bev moved to Georgetown but continued their annual snowbird pilgrimages to Florida and Portugal until leukemia suddenly hit earlier this year.

 

The funeral service will take place at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel in Charlottetown on Saturday, November 16, at 1:00 p.m. with the interment happening immediately afterwards at St. David's Cemetery in Georgetown.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations to the PEI Cancer Treatment Centre are appreciated, and they can be designated through a donation to the QEH Foundation online.

 

Doug thoroughly enjoyed life and lived it to the maximum. His guiding mantra was to never complain and to “go with the flow”.

 

Donations may be forwarded directly to:

 

PEI Cancer Treatment Centre (Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation)

PO Box 6600

Charlottetown, PE C1A 8T5

Ph: 902-894-2425

The death occurred peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Monday, November 11, 2024, of Mary Elizabeth Matheson of Charlottetown, age 101 years. Loving wife of the late Franklin Millar Matheson. Cherished mother of Kenneth (Marjorie), Ian (Lorna) and Donna (Don) Jordan and Grammie of numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents John and Emma MacDougall, daughter Lorraine Coulson, siblings Arthur (Irene) and Clare (Bill) MacInnis, and step-siblings Evelyn MacCallum, Helen Jenkins and Harry MacDougall.

 

Mary met her life-long love Millar and they were married in 1945.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Thursday at 2:00 p.m. Interment later in Bangor Cemetery. Family flowers only, however if so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to Bangor Cemetery fund. No visitation by request. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be mailed directly to:

 

Bangor Cemetery

Lydia Hughes

5 Ryan Lane

Lakeside, PE C0A 1S0

Ph: 902-961-3793

E-transfers may be sent to: bangorcemeterypei@gmail.com

The death occurred peacefully at the Provincial Palliative Care Centre on Friday, November 8, 2024, of Reginald Clive Cudmore, of Charlottetown, age 91 years.

 

Born on November 27, 1932 in Charlottetown, Clive was a well-known haberdasher, businessman, civic-minded volunteer, and avid hobbyist. From his time growing up in Charlottetown, and through many years serving customers at Henderson and Cudmore, opened by his father T. Roy in 1914, he thrived on the many lively conversations and interactions he enjoyed with his many friends and acquaintances from around the Island and afar. As co-owner at the family store he excelled in providing quality men’s fashion at the Haberdashery, for a time considered the finest menswear shop east of Montreal.

 

Clive was educated at West Kent School and Prince of Wales College. He spent his working career in Charlottetown and was dedicated to his local community. He was a longstanding Kinsman, supported numerous community causes and minor sports, and attended Trinity United Church and served as an Elder. He was active in the Liberal Party on PEI and served as an Alderman in the City of Charlottetown. He held key positions with both the Downtown Business Association, Charlottetown and Area Development Corporation and served on the Board of Directors of the Menswear Association of America.

 

In retirement, Clive greatly enjoyed his summers out at the old family cottage in York Point where his grandchildren remember days running wild with shoes off for a week and going to bed smelling of salt. Poppy fascinated the kids with his countless adventures growing up as a boy in Charlottetown. Many other tales sprang from his experiences while boating and sailing, flying as a private pilot, and his many travels. When the tales ran out, he loved to recite A.A. Milne poems and stories at family gatherings.  

Lovingly remembered by wife Joyce (nee MacKenzie), and her children Donna, Amanda and Allan, and their families. Survived by son David and daughter-in-law Kim Cudmore, and daughters Marion (Danny) Phalen, and Heather (Michael) McCarthy. Poppy to loving grandchildren Luke and Erica, Alexa and Charlotte, and Conor, Rory, Liam and Sean; and great-grandchildren Dominick and Scarlett, and Rowan. Also remembered by nephew Chris and nieces Cynthia and Carolyn and their families, and sister-in-law Ellen Richards. Predeceased by his wife Erma (MacKinnon) and her brothers and sisters, parents Thomas Roy Cudmore and Marion Easterbrook, and brother Brian and sister-in-law Beth (Jenkins) Cudmore.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Funeral Thursday from Trinity United Church at 11:00 a.m. with reception to follow. Interment in Peoples Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made directly to the Provincial Palliative Care Centre or Trinity United Church. Visiting hours Wednesday from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Provincial Palliative Care Centre

93 Murchison Lane

Charlottetown, PE C1A 0G3

Ph: 902-368-4781

 

Trinity United Church

220 Richmond Street

Charlottetown, PE C1A 1J5

Ph: 902-892 4144