The death occurred peacefully at Beach Grove Home on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 of Thelma Jane Worth (nee Coles) of Covehead, age 91 years. Beloved wife of the late John “Jack” Worth. Loving mother of Cindy (Kennie) Macdonald, Myrna McQuaid, Sheri (David) Hicken, Brenda (Paul) Watts, Jackie (Mike) Whelan and Andy (Cathy) Worth. Grammie Sham of Allison, Ambyr, Michael, Michelle, Melissa, Jonathan, Andrew, Nathan, Paul, Meghan, Dan, Willie, Sarah, Dylan and Tyler and great-grammie of 15. Predeceased by her parents Peter and Eva (MacIntyre) Coles, and son-in-law Shayne McQuaid.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where a private family funeral will be held on Monday. Interment later in Sherwood Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society of PEI or Beach Grove Home Residents Fund, would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred at Beach Grove Home on Monday, March 14, 2022, with family by her side of Miriam Edith MacLean (nee Jay) of Charlottetown, formerly of Meadow Bank, age 76 years. Beloved wife of Roddie and loving mother of Laurie (Martin Fobes), Jayson (Sheri Borts) and Todd (Savannah Belsher). Devoted Nana to Madeleine, Maria and Parker. Survived by siblings Eileen (Lawson) Drake, Allison (Marg), Muriel Jay Matheson, Cynthia (Mearl) Crane and Allan (Shirley) and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her parents Roland and Marion (Coffin) Jay, sister Connie Thurber and brother-in-law Angus Matheson.

 

Miriam grew up in Mount Stewart immersed in a caring, sometimes loud and always fun-loving collection of immediate and extended family and friends, one where music was the footing for so much, whether it was the fiddle tunes played by Gampy (Lem) Jay and father R.L. or singing each Sunday with Roland at the organ and Marion and her siblings beside her in the church choir.

 

There were summer days at the shore with her gang of Coffin cousins and pocket change earned at the strawberry cannery, dances and lots of books — Miriam loved the little library in Mount Stewart where the librarian would often set aside titles for her most frequent patron. Mysteries and romances to fuel her dreams.

 

Prince of Wales College brought her to town and then a job at Canada Packers introduced her to a slick young lad named Rod who drove a ’64 Valiant convertible and somehow won Roland and Marion’s approval. Off they went to Niagara Falls before setting up in Sussex, New Brunswick. But the glamour of the big city drew Miriam and Roddie to Toronto soon after where two more kids were born amid the multicultural hub of Etobicoke. Miriam took to it all with a flourish, making fast friends with her Italian and Bosnian neighbours, taking her daughter to Brownies and hosting wild Maritime parties for her friends and family from back home.

 

Miriam lived for her kids. Later in life she’d cast back to the moments of their births with shining eyes — there was a regimented procedure bringing Laurie into the world at an army hospital in Sussex, the Carpenters playing on the radio as she sat holding newborn Jayson in Toronto and then Todd’s birth on a rainy Wednesday in 1978, a wish come true just before Miriam and Roddie started thinking about heading back to PEI.

 

Anyone who knew Miriam in her prime saw a force of nature on full display, and that was certainly the case in Meadow Bank and Cornwall in the 1980s and onward where Mom seemed everywhere — the Women’s Institute, Cornwall United Church, curling with Roddie, organizing fashion shows at the church hall, opening a little dress shop in Cornwall with her sister Muriel and generally doing ten things at once, always smiling, her hazel eyes flashing and arms open wide, ready to take you in for a hug.

 

Miriam went back to school with the same verve, making more friends at UPEI than you or I probably did and, undaunted by the age gap, knocked her BEd out of the park before taking up a teaching career later in life.

 

But Miriam was family through and through. She always carried the glow of growing up in Mount Stewart as the light guiding her way. Her kids grew up and took on their own lives, bringing her grandkids to shower with affection along with more music and more fun. She was so proud. She and Roddie travelled the world, hitting all the continents and often taking friends and family along for the ride. Australia, India and Italy were some of her favourites, and then there was Nantucket, home of the Coffin clan. Twice Miriam organized trips to that other beautiful island for her cousins and family.

 

Even in her last years, going someplace special with the ones she loved was everything to Miriam, and it didn't matter whether it was flying off for a week in Jamaica or going down the street in Charlottetown to a nice cafe, she loved it all. And to the very end, her first and last words were always, "When are we getting together?"

 

We’re together, Miriam, now and forever.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. A private family visitation will be held. Funeral Friday from Trinity United Church at 11:00 am (at half capacity, to a maximum of 375). Interment later in Sherwood Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations to Alzheimer Society of PEI or Beach Grove Home Residents Fund. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com.

Our family is heartbroken to announce the passing of our father, Alvin Joseph Webster, March 10, 2022 at the Centennial Nursing Home Charlottetown, formerly of Covehead Road. Alvin was born at the family home in Covehead on December 12, 1938. He will be sadly missed by his children, Allie (Ruth), Winsloe; Aradella (Leslie) MacDonald, East Royalty; AnneMarie (James) Manning, New Zealand; Aaron (Krista Perry), Covehead; Adrian, Fort St. John, BC; Mary Grace (Aaron) Hawkes, Canning, NS; and Bethellen (Ryan) MacIsaac, St. Albert, AB. Grampy will be remembered for his gardening and mouth organ skills by his grandchildren Daniel Bambrick, Timothy and Jessica Hooley, Dawson and Martina Webster, Taylor Coles, Jillian Gregory, Edmund Webster, Justin, Nicholas, and Andraia Gregory, David and Jonathan Webster, Clara Hawkes, Jack MacIsaac and his 7 great-grandchildren. Survived by brothers Frank (the late Shirley Skerry) and Stewart (Becky), and numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Predeceased by his parents, Clifford and Annie (nee Stewart) Webster, siblings, Blanche (Walter) Slade, George, Muriel (Edward) Doyle, Gordon, Mary (Bob) Watt, and Albert Webster, and grandson Kyle Bambrick.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the funeral will be held on Tuesday (by invitation only). For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=be9c9c3a-b5ca-4914-b34b-e039b00bfd4e Interment later in West Covehead Cemetery. Visitation Monday (by invitation only). If so desired, donations may be made to Diabetes Canada (PEI) or the West Covehead Cemetery fund. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred at his late residence, surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 9, 2022 of F. Alan Reesor of Charlottetown, age 85 years. Loving husband of Sharon, father of Jennifer (Lloyd) Manuel, Nanette (Randy) Muttart and Alyson (Sam) Bulger, grampy of Matthew (Nicole), Lucas (Marrissa), Maggie, Emily, Haley, Marie, Oliver and Jonathan and great-grandfather of Peyton, Austin and Marleigh. Survived by son-in-law Colin MacKenzie and sister Marilyn (Ron) Gibson. Predeceased by his first wife Barbara and daughter Andrea.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Funeral Monday from St. Peter’s Cathedral at 11:00 a.m. (by invitation only). Interment later in St. Peter’s Anglican Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations to the UPEI Music Scholarship Fund or Queens Palliative Home Care. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Our family is heartbroken to announce the sudden passing of Heather, March 6, 2022 at the Halifax Infirmary (cardiac unit) with her family present. Heather was born at the PEI Hospital, Charlottetown on November 28, 1968. She is survived by her children, son Michael (Laura) Haywood and adored grandson Wilson; daughter ToniLynn Haywood; mother Jeanette MacLaren, sister Debbie and brother Scott (Cassie); and her former husband and friend John (Gabby) Haywood. Also survived by aunts, uncles, and cousins from PEI, NS, NB, BC, and USA. Also remembered by previous coworkers at Invesco and present Mutual Funds/Equity Associates Inc. Heather was predeceased by her father, John M. MacLaren (1993); grandmother Lydia (Wilfred) MacLaren (1993); grandparents from NS: Walter MacDonald (Weymouth); Ruth and Duke MacDonald (Kentville).

 

Heartfelt gratitude from Heather’s family for the care she received at the QEH and Halifax Infirmary.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. A graveside service will be held at a later date at Sherwood Cemetery, near her Dad. Donations in Heather’s memory may be made to Wilson’s Education Fund (c/o Michael & Laura Haywood, 902-330-2925) or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Saturday, March 5, 2022 of Dorothy Forsythe (nee Andrew) of Charlottetown, age 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert G. Forsythe. Loving mother of Pamela Forsythe (Gary Costain) and Andrew (Kathleen) and Nanny to Jeffrey (Alexa), Nicholas (Erin), Gregory (Danielle) and Emma Costain, and Brenna and Alana Forsythe.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. A memorial service will be held at a later date. If so desired, memorial donations to the Primates World Relief Development Fund (PWRDF) or the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation (Endowment Trust) would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Thursday, March 3, 2022 of Phyllis Marion Field (nee Barrett). Phyllis was the wife of Eugene “Dookie” Field, mother of Deborah Younker (Colin), David, Dean (Tracy MacGillivary) and Deanna Harper (Ian). Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Ben, Matthew, Colby, Justin, Chelsea, Brooklyn, Brianne, and Anneka, and great-grandson Owen. Survived by brother Harold Barrett, brother-in-law Elmo Beagan, sisters-in-law Judy Barrett and Beryl Field, and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by sisters Margaret Beagan and Beulah Barrett, brothers Maynard and Willard, and sister-in-law Helen Barrett.

 

A special thank you to the staff of Whisperwood Villa, where Phyllis was resident for the past 5 years.

 

Born in Charlottetown, April 6, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Ruby and Fred Barrett. Her family was her life and secondary was her garden.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where a private family funeral will be held on Thursday. Interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Charlottetown. If so desired, memorial donations to the Kidney Foundation or Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

With his loving daughter by his side, Charlie passed away in his 85th year at the Atlantic Baptist Nursing Home on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. He leaves behind his loving wife of 17 years Gloria, children Allen and Tracy, grandchildren Chad Rooney and Heather (Kyle) McCormack, and three great-grandchildren Mariah, Elijah, and Raya. Predeceased by his parents Pte. James and Margaret (Boisner) Walton and granddaughter Monica.

 

Charlie’s passions in life were curling, karaoke, and being a devoted member of the Charlottetown Legion. He was a man devoted to his family and helping others.

 

The family extends a special thanks to the staff at the Atlantic Baptist Home.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. A private funeral will be held on Monday from the Salvation Army Citadel, Charlottetown. If so desired, memorial donations to the Salvation Army or Canadian Red Cross would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

The Royal Canadian Legion Charlottetown Branch No. 1 will hold a service of remembrance at the Salvation Army Citadel on Monday at 10:30 a.m.

 

In the words of Charlie, “so long”.

The family of Bonnie M. Beck of McAdam, NB., are saddened to announce her sudden and unexpected passing at the Saint John Regional Hospital, Saint John, NB. on Tuesday, March 1, 2022.

 

Born in PEI, daughter of Florence (Campbell) Carver and stepdaughter of the late Otis Carver of Alliston, PEI.

 

In addition to her mother, Bonnie is survived by her husband, Alan Beck of McAdam, NB; adopted granddaughter, Emily Caldwell; siblings: Murray Campbell (Pam), Mary Nisbet (Allan), Kathy Carver (Drew), Robert Carver (Patricia), Keith Carver, and Dennis Carver (Shawna), several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

 

Funeral service Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from Central Christian Church. If you’d like to attend the service, please pre-register by calling the Church at 902-894-5234 prior to 4:00 p.m. Friday. For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed on the Central Christian Church Facebook page or via the church’s website at centralchristian.pe.ca (click watch live button before 1:30 p.m.). Interment at a later date in Murray River Cemetery.

 

A memorial service for family and friends will be held at the Rockland Drive United Baptist Church, McAdam, NB at a date and time to be announced later. Please visit the S.O. Mehan & Son Funeral Home website for updated information.

 

If so desired, memorial donations to Rockland Drive United Baptist Church (30 Rockland Drive, McAdam, NB E6J 1V4), Lakeland Resource Centre/ Food Bank (2270 Route 4, Unit 1, St. Croix, NB. E6J 1H2) or a charity of choice would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred at her late residence on Sunday, February 27, 2022 of Marion Dianne Smith of Charlottetown, age 76 years. Sister of Preston (Heather) Smith. Predeceased by her parents George and Harriett (Gorveatt) Smith and siblings Blair (Evelyn), Aubrey, and Lorraine.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. No service by personal request. If so desired, memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com