The death occurred peacefully at his late residence with family by his side, on Sunday, March 16, 2025, of Hector Alexander MacDonald of Stratford, formerly of Eldon, age 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Charlotte (nee Wort). Loving father of David (Darlene), Wendy (Ed) and Grampa/Poppy of Sarah, Tyler (Karine), Connor (Mary), and Emily, who were his heart and soul. Also survived by his sister Betty Donovan, nieces Nancy and Linda and their families. Predeceased by his parents John and Catherine MacDonald and brother-in-law David Donovan.

 

The family would like to thank the Home Care team for making the transition that much smoother.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Visiting hours Friday, March 28, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. A graveside service will be held at St. John’s Presbyterian Cemetery, Belfast, on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us everyday.”

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation

PO Box 6600

Charlottetown, PE C1A 8T5

Ph: 902-894-2425

The death occurred peacefully at the Atlantic Baptist Home on Saturday, March 15, 2025, of Urban Xavier Gardner of Charlottetown, age 88 years. Beloved husband of the late Lorraine (nee MacDonald). Loving father of Cindy (Duane) MacRae and Paul (Sara), Graddy of Christopher (Kaela), Nicholas, Madison, Xavier and Zoey and great-Graddy of Theo.

 

Urban was born in Jamaica and immigrated to Canada when he was 18.

 

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

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Alzheimer Society of Prince Edward Island

166 Fitzroy Street

Charlottetown, PE C1A 1S1

The death occurred peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Friday, March 14, 2025, of Margaret Pearl Corney formerly of Stratford, age 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Hessell Corney. Loving mother of George (Linda) and mother-in-law of Elaine. Proud Nana of Amanda, Allan, Shawn, Kyle, Phillip, Cheralynn, Trevor and Sherry and their families. Fondly remembered by her siblings Edith Clow, Bertha Bruce, Bernice (Vernon) Matheson, Ethel (Gordon) Vessey, Garfield (Brenda) MacDonald and Arlene (Donnie) MacEwen, dearest friend and sister-in-law Helena MacDonald and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Walter and Lois (Jay) MacDonald, son Marvin and daughter Thelma Jean, siblings Kenny, Dewar (Judee), Thelma Clarkin, and brothers-in-law Aden Clow, and Blair Bruce.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where a private service will be held on Tuesday. Interment later in Clifton Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society of PEI. Private visitation will be held. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Alzheimer Society of Prince Edward Island

166 Fitzroy Street

Charlottetown, PE C1A 1S1

It is with broken hearts we announce the sudden passing of William George “Bill” Bustard on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the age of 78. Bill is survived by his loving wife Cathy; and by his beloved children, Michael (Isabel) Oakville, Ontario, Kevin (Kim) Winsloe, PE, and Shannon Burke (Stephen) Pleasant Grove, PE.

 

Also remembered with much love, by his stepchildren, Leanne (John) Benoit, Covehead and Lindsay (Aaron) Waddell of Kensington, and his little shadow, Lily.

 

Bill is survived by his sister, Donna Chapin, of Brantford, Ontario, and all the Chapin family in Brantford (his birthplace).

 

Bill cherished his grandchildren, Hailey and Ashley Bustard, Caitlin and Kylee Bustard, Jacob and Jessica Burke; Chloe and Brady Benoit, and Sophie and Ava Waddell.

 

He will be missed by his sister-in-law, Diane Barrett, Ottawa and brother-in-law, Philip Barrett, Toronto. Also, by his Army buddy of 62 years, Paul Saulnier, Moncton.

 

Predeceased by his first wife, Rita Bustard; his sisters, Sheila Clapham and Janet Briggs; and brother, Clarence.

 

Bill worked for the PEI Government for many years and as a Commissionaire after he retired. He then enjoyed golfing every season.

 

There will be no service at Bill’s request and cremated remains will be interred at the Catholic Cemetery, Parkdale, PE

 

Bill’s family and friends would like to thank Island EMS and the Stratford Fire Department First Responders.

 

Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Please remember Bill with a smile.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Sandra Mary Stefansson (nee Currie).

 

Sandra was born in 1938 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island to Anna Robert Currie (nee Logie), and Clive Westaway Currie. She grew up on The Island attending Prince St School and Prince of Wales College.

 

She loved PEI and often spoke of her childhood friends, the winters, and helping build the family cottage.

 

She left The Island to attend Dalhousie in Halifax. It was in Halifax that she met Gilbert Stefansson. The two married and raised a family in Kitchener, Ontario. Surviving Sandra are her two sons Robert and Andrew. Pre-deceased was her cherished daughter Wendy.

 

Sandra has 4 grandchildren, Ariel, Nicholas, Kristopher, and Eric.

 

In Ontario, Sandra had a lengthy career as School Secretary at Pine Grove and Pioneer Park Public Schools. She was the glue that held the schools together for two generations and was “Mrs. Stefansson” to children of the children she first saw at the schools.

 

Sandra later returned to Prince Edward Island, lived at the cottage on the ocean that she helped build as a child, and reconnected with old friends. She enjoyed golf at Belvedere Golf Club, art at the Seniors’ College, and bridge with her bridge club.

 

Sandra was a strong, intelligent, kind, and giving person. She lived a full life her way to the end. She will be greatly missed.

 

Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

After his final crop has been harvested, George Shaw passed peacefully at the Atlantic Baptist Home on Saturday, March 1, 2025, age 90 years. Devoted husband of 59 years to Noreen (Rose) Shaw. Proud father to his five boys Dennis (Lori), Norman (Laurie), Robert (Connie), David (Andrea), and Steven (Krista). Cherished grampy to Nicole (Colin) Matheson, Katie Gallant, Megan (James McCaughey), Ashlyn, Ethan, Brianna, Mia, and Jack. Special great-grampy to Sophie, Bennett, and Ella. Brother-in-law to Marilyn Mcleod (Don), Gordon (Lorna) Rose, Donald (Tanya) Rose, and Shirley Griffin (Justin Shea). Predeceased by parents Lloyd and Lillian Shaw, siblings Pearl MacNeil, Marion Youland, and Clifford Shaw, and sister-in-law Cheryl Frizzell.

 

A lifelong 7th generation farmer, proudly operating the oldest family farm on PEI, George lived a simple, faithful life never leaving the yard he was born into. A community man, George was long serving director of the North Shore Fire Company, a member of Stanhope United Church, a board member of the Agri-Coop, and an active card player.

 

The family would like to pass along sincere appreciation and gratitude to the staff at Atlantic Baptist Home for the devoted care to George and his family during his time there.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=d9a0fbb5-e801-43b1-9df4-c0c244e4a122 Interment later in West Covehead Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the West Covehead Cemetery or a charity of choice. Visiting hours Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

West Covehead Cemetery

Contact: Janet Ellis

2727 Rte 6

Stanhope, PE C0A 1P0

The death occurred at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Thursday, February 27, 2025, of Margaret Elsie MacLeod (nee White) of Cornwall, age 80 years. Loving wife of Bruce, mother of Janice (Dan) Pettit, Tracie (Gordon) Douglas, and Tania (Greg) MacKenzie, and mother-in-law of Bonnie MacLeod. Fondly remembered by her 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents Howard and Elsie White and son Peter.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the funeral will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. Interment later in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the PEI Humane Society or Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation. Visiting hours Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be sent directly to:

 

PEI Humane Society

Box 20022

Charlottetown, PE C1A 9E3

Ph: 902-892-1190

 

Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation

PO Box 6600

Charlottetown, PE C1A 8T5

Ph: 902-894-2425

Alberta Jean Schmitz passed away peacefully in the comfort of her family, at the Prince Edward Home, on Friday, February 21, 2025, at the age of 86 years.

 

Alberta (while “Bert” to some) was born on July 30, 1938, in O’Leary, the eldest and only daughter of Elizabeth (Lidstone) and Edward MacAusland, of Bloomfield, where she was raised. After being educated locally, in Summerside, at Mount Allison University and then nursing school, Alberta started her family with her first husband Henry Scales, with the family living in Freetown, Summerside, and finally, Sherwood.

 

In Summerside, she returned to nursing training at the Prince County Hospital graduating, in 1968, at the top of her class. Years later, Alberta graduated from the University of New Brunswick with a Bachelor of Nursing, and later taught nursing at the UNB Saint John campus.

 

Her decision to move to Saudi Arabia to work as a nurse manager in that country’s hospitals also led to Alberta’s second marriage, in 1986, to Jurgen Schmitz of Germany. Together, they enjoyed expat life, travelling, and renovating their home in Virginiatown, in northeastern Ontario. She returned to Prince Edward Island, settling in Stratford, after Jurgen’s death in 2006.

 

In the 1970s, Alberta served as the Island’s Commissioner for the Girl Guides of Canada, starting as a parent volunteer, in Summerside. She was noted for her handcrafts and being an amazing cook. Many friends and family will remember her beautifully knitted sweaters made with yarn from MacAusland's Woollen Mill, her works of needlepoint, and potent Christmas fruitcakes. She will be remembered for her laughter over many good jokes, storytelling and coffee around the kitchen table.

 

Alberta is survived by her children Linda Scales, Ottawa; Heather Scales, Ten Mile House; and Philip Scales, Mermaid; granddaughter, Alyssa Gonin, Toronto; and daughter-in-law Karen Scales, Stratford. She is also survived by her brothers Allan MacAusland (Erma Hardy) and Craig (Valerie) MacAusland; sister-in-law Rita MacAusland; and numerous nephews and cousins.

 

In addition to her parents and husband Jurgen, Alberta was predeceased her son Austin Scales and infant son Richard Henry Scales; brother Frederick (Fred) MacAusland; sister-in-law Lois Ann MacAusland; niece Marla MacAusland Zeiler; and nephew Mark MacAusland.

 

Alberta’s family greatly appreciates and gives thanks for the excellent nursing, care and support given to their mother at the Garden Home and the Prince Edward Home over the last number of years. She always had a smile for you all.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel, in Charlottetown. By personal request, there will be no visitation. A private family ceremony will occur at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Alberta’s memory may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Prince Edward Island Humane Society.

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Heart & Stroke Foundation

2300 Yonge St, Suite 1200

Box 2414

Toronto, ON M4P 1E4

 

PEI Humane Society

Box 20022

Charlottetown, PE C1A 9E3

Ph: 902-892-1190

The death occurred peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, of Louise Anita Mills (nee Norring) of North River, age 86 years. Loving wife of the late Tom Mills. Loving mother of David (Karen), Cindy (Roland) Easter, Joel (Kathryn), and Julie. Grammie of Chelsey, Ryan, Madison, Carson, and Brandon. Fondly remembered by siblings-in-law Janet Norring, Eileen Norring, Roy (Joan) Mills, Jane (Phil) Ward, and Judy Pursey and their families. Predeceased by her parents Alf and Magda Norring and siblings Verner, Viggo, Bertha, Gladys, and Gordon.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the funeral will be held on Monday at 11:00 a.m. Interment later in Hampshire Cemetery. Family flowers only, however if so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to Hampshire Cemetery or Meals on Wheels. Visiting hours Sunday from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 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

Ph: 902-621-0943

 

Meals on Wheels

81 Prince St

Charlottetown, PE C1A 4R3

The death occurred peacefully at Andrews of Park West on Saturday, February 15, 2025, of Bessie Eleanor Gallant of Charlottetown, in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Rudolph “T-Boy” Gallant, loving mother of Donnie (Hazel) and Peter (Leanne), Nanny of Brett (Jocelyn Peterman) and Christopher, and great-Nanny of Luke. Fondly remembered by siblings, Flora, Sterling and Sherman. Predeceased by her parents Jim and Sadie Thompson, and siblings Gladys, Ward, Eva, Mildred and David.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. There will be no services by personal request. Interment later in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. If so desired, memorial donations may directly to Trinity United Church (Choir fund) or the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation

PO Box 6600

Charlottetown, PE C1A 8T5

Ph: 902-894-2425

 

Trinity United Church

220 Richmond Street

Charlottetown, PE C1A 1J5

Ph: 902-892 4144