The death occurred peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Thursday, July 25, 2024 of Jane Annetta Allen of Charlottetown, formerly of Belle River, in her 80th year. Wife of the late Michael Allen. Loving mother of Caleigh (Gerry) Melanson and Susan (Jonathan) Parsons. Grammy of Anna, Gabby, Ben and Willie.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. No services by personal request. If so desired, memorial donations may be sent directly to the PEI Humane Society. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred at the Prince Edward Home on Thursday, July 18, 2024 of Alma Jean Blatch (nee Hayter) of Stratford, age 72 years. Loving wife of Philip Blatch. Born in Montague on March 7, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Tom and Agnes (Buell) Hayter. Lovingly remembered by sister Eileen (Ross) Gillis and nephews Dwayne and Grant Gillis. Predeceased by her brothers Jack, Harry and Bill Hayter.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. No services by personal request. Interment in Clifton Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred peacefully at the Dr. John Gillis Lodge on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 of Dr. H. Bernice Bell of Charlottetown, formerly of Ontario, age 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Claude S. Bell. Fondly remembered by extended family, cherished friends, former colleagues and generations of students. Predeceased by her parents Charles and Hazel (Billing) Copson and sisters Gwen Adams and Beth McEachern.

A life-long learner, Bernice relished time spent in her grandfather’s library, as a student at the University of Toronto, and later as a professor of social work and gerontology.

She and Claude enjoyed their annual visits to PEI, before retiring to the Island in 1991. They also enjoyed their winter travels to Barbados.

A lover of music, Bernice spent decades singing in the church choir. She always had her stereo or radio on, with classical music flooding the room.

Bernice was a fierce advocate and passionate about numerous issues. She was a friend to all animals, especially her Siamese cats and rescue feline “Kitty 1”. She was often found feeding her feathered friends at the bird feeders at her home on Hillsborough St.

A very special thank you to the residents and staff of the Dr. John Gillis Lodge for enriching Bernice’s life this last year.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the funeral will be held on Monday at 10:00 a.m. Interment later in Kettleby Cemetery, Ontario. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the PEI Humane Society. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred peacefully at the Kings County Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 of Jean Evelyn Cantelo of South Pinette, age 91 years. Beloved sister of Doris Morrison and Barbara Larsen. Fondly remembered by her numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her parents Daniel and Jennie (MacDonald) Cantelo, brothers Alton, Harold and Earl (Mary) Cantelo, brothers-in-law Murdoch Morrison and Albert Larsen.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Funeral Sunday from St. John’s Presbyterian Church, Belfast at 3:00 p.m. Interment in the church cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the St. John’s Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Visiting hours at the church from 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 of Katherine Ann “Kathy” Lowe of Ottawa, formerly of Stratford, age 60 years. Loving wife of Gary and mother of Adam. Cherished daughter of Isabel and sister of Susan Scott (Dan Hobbs), Allan Scott and Sarah (Ken) Barter. Survived by her nieces and nephews Clayton (Shea-lin), Colin, Brian and Melanie (Jamie) and uncle Donnie (Nancy) Allan. Predeceased by her father Brian Scott (January, 1989).

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Friday at 11:00 a.m. For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=470e7f2f-0a25-4288-a443-5db5fbc800b3. Interment in Sherwood Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Trinity United Church, or a charity of choice. Visitation from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Blair MacBeath was a dedicated father and husband, medical doctor, and cattleman. He was born in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, on July 7, 1954, and passed away at his home surrounded by family on July 10, 2024. He grew up on a dairy farm in Marshfield, Prince Edward Island, with his parents, Athol MacBeath and Doris Underhay MacBeath, and four brothers. Though he spent most of his adult life in Texas, he always treasured his island roots.  

He graduated with his medical degree from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 1980 and moved to Pittsburg, Texas, where he opened his medical practice. He was a general practitioner there for forty-three years, serving several generations of patients. He was not only their physician, but also their friend.  

Blair married his wife Janet in 1983, and they welcomed sons Mark in 1984 and Luke in 1987. He loved his family dearly and was also very dedicated to his church. He served as an elder at First Presbyterian Church for the majority of his time in Pittsburg.

He loved his community and served on many committees and boards. He was proud to be Medical Director of Cypress Basin Hospice, and was passionate about their mission. He was also named Man of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce and received the Pioneer Breeder Award from the Texas Shorthorn Association.

He was known to his grandchildren Kyleigh, Addison, Sloan, and Hayes as “Grampie” and “Giggy”. That role is the one that meant the most to him. He knew every “stuffie” by name, enjoyed his time playing with Kyleigh and Addison, and treasured his trips to Austin to spend time with Sloan and Hayes, attending their activities.

Blair was a humble man, spending his spare time with family, friends, and his cows. Most cattlemen do not know every cow by name, but he did. Over the past forty-three years, he was dedicated to caring for the people of Pittsburg, his church, and his family.

Blair is survived by his wife Janet MacBeath of Pittsburg; sons, Mark MacBeath and his wife Kelli of Austin and Luke MacBeath and his wife Brittany of Pittsburg; grandchildren, Kyleigh, Addison, Sloan, and Hayes; brothers, Alex MacBeath and his wife Nancy, Rupert MacBeath and his wife Sandy, Gordon MacBeath and his wife Merle, and Malcolm MacBeath and his wife Valerie; and a number of nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends.

Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Monday, July 15, 2024, at the First Baptist Church in Pittsburg. There will be a wake where family will receive friends on Sunday, July 14, 2024, between 4:00-6:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Matt Cox will officiate the services with Mark MacBeath and Luke MacBeath presenting the eulogy. Pallbearers will be Kenneth Nunley, Chuck Johns, Brian Gooding, Rick Cogdill, Bruce Carpenter, Tim Truitt, John Truitt, and Paul R Mayben. Burial will be held at a later date in the Marshfield Community Cemetery in Prince Edward Island.

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Cypress Basin Hospice where he served as Medical Director and received excellent care prior to his passing. Cypress Basin Hospice 207 Morgan Street Mt. Pleasant, Texas 75455.

The death occurred peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 of Audrey Ethel Shaw (nee Jay) of Pisquid, age 82 years. Loving wife of Raymond and mother of Sandra, Kevin (Shannon) and Scott. Proud Nanny of Emelie, Alecia, Ean, William, David, Greg, Daniel, Samantha and Matthew and 8 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by parents Emeline and Levi Jay, daughter Donna Shaw and siblings Mabel (Reg) MacNevin and Bruce (Gloria) Jay.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. Interment in Mount Stewart Peoples Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to Mount Stewart Peoples Cemetery. Visiting hours Friday from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred at her late residence on Sunday, July 7, 2024 of Catherine Ann Vail (nee Hayter) of Charlottetown, age 84 years. Loving wife of George, mother of Robert, Allan (Karen), Cindy (Jim) Nangreaves, Wayne (Denise) and fur baby Casey. Fondly remembered by daughter-in-law Jane Ryan. Grammy of Kathryn (T.J.), Robbie (Lilla), Christopher (Melissa), James (Justine), Emily (Clayton), Jayson, and Regan (Ty) and great-grammy of Harper, Hayley, August, Calvin, Riley, Sophie and Charlotte. Survived by siblings Audrey (Doug) Lea, Blair (Connie) Hayter and Linda (Billy) Lee, sisters-in-law Maureen Hayter, Isobel Vail and Alma (David) Farquharson, brother-in-law Paul (Sheila) Vail, nieces and nephews and family friend Toni. Predeceased by her parents Malcolm and Clara (French) Hayter, parents-in-law Brooklyn and Ella Euphemia Vail, brother Jack, sister Faye (Elmer) Gallant, brothers-in-law Ernest and Delmar (Evelyn) Vail and sisters-in-law Doris (Wally) Reid and Florence (Roland) Fournier.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Friday at 10:00 a.m. Interment in Peoples Cemetery. Family flowers only, however if so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society of PEI. Visiting hours Thursday from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred peacefully after a brief hospital stay at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Friday, July 5, 2024, surrounded by family and loved by those present and those unable to be there, of Janice Faye Robertson of Charlottetown.

Janice was born November 15, 1952, and leaves to mourn her sons Jason (Stephanie) Ford, Alberta, and Earl (Melisa) Ford and her precious granddaughters Amelia and Abrianna, British Columbia, sisters Gail (Neil) MacEwen and Earla (Kevin) Jay, sister-in-law Lorna Robertson and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Janice will be missed by her longtime friends and supporters Celia, Sylvia, and Kevin. Predeceased by her husband James Ford, parents Earl and Ruth Robertson, brother Bruce and infant sister Carol.

Janice was the master of wit and was always ready with a quick and humorous response, even in her final hours. She was an avid crocheter and many enjoyed the fruits of her labours.

Many thanks to the staff of Emergency and ICU of the QEH for their wonderful care and support.

It was her desire not to have a visitation or funeral service and we have honoured her wishes. Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Be free and fly high with the eagles, Janice.

With loving family present, Jean Burch, age 101 years died peacefully at the QEH on January 5, 2024. Jean is survived by her children: Carol (Len) Lang, Sandra (Rick) Hoenecke, Randy (Gay) Burch, Duncan (Sue) Burch; her grandchildren: Randi (Lee) Rosky, Cindy (Leigh) Read, Amy Hoenecke, Joey (Pat) Porter, Kyle Burch; her great grandchildren: Joe and Charly Rosky, Lewis, Sam, and Sadie Read. Jean was predeceased by husband Duncan Arol Burch, parents Abiona (née Waye) and Lloyd Anderson, and siblings Edith, Jack and Roy Anderson.

Born and reared in St. Peter's Bay, Jean's varied life brought her into contact with many people and places. After graduating from Prince of Wales College she began teaching in Bridgetown, moved to the Bank of Nova Scotia in Halifax, ran a Bed and Breakfast in St. Peter's Bay, and a move to Ottawa brought her to working at Frieman's Department Store and ultimately the Public Service Commission. After many years in Ottawa, enjoying friendships and activities both within her work and with The Chalmers United Church choir, Jean retired to PEI where she embraced her many interests.

She pursued a life filled with song: Trinity United Church choir, Oak Tree Singers, Legion Choir; volunteering: Red Cross, UNICEF, Meals on Wheels; executive positions: IODE, FSNA, her condo board; travel: throughout Canada, Europe, Australia, USA, UAE, Oman, Kenya, Hong Kong, and many cruises. These places, and more, were revisited as she travelled with friends or family, always ready to explore a new destination or shared experience. Her love of travel leaves us with concise and delightful documentation of 50 years of ‘trips’ as well as a unique collection of ‘sand’ from around the world.

Mom was a 'going concern' and she only began to slow down in her late 90s. She did daily crossword puzzles, Sudoku, her own yearly income tax returns, online banking, emailing, and kept up with politics on municipal, provincial, and federal levels. Reading was of paramount importance, and she read widely. Although the physical act of dancing was not to be, she loved watching Dancing with the Stars and kept a comprehensive grid to follow. In 2016 she wrote "Meandering Memories of My Life". For those of you who have received cards, letters and emails from her, you know she wrote as she talked - full of anecdotes and wry humour. Her love of song, laughter, ‘organization’, and family and friends carried her well throughout her 42 years of retirement.

We offer many thanks and appreciation for your heartfelt messages of condolence on her passing and extend an invitation to 'Meet and Share' your Jean stories with her family. Please join us in an informal gathering of remembrance in the Morrie Room of MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel (15 Ole King Square) on Thursday, July 11, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. If so desired, a donation in her memory may be made directly to the QEH Foundation or Trinity United Church. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com