It is with great sadness we announce the sudden death of Patrick Charles Corrigan at his home in Pleasant Grove on Thursday, January 2, 2025, age 71 years. He will be forever loved and missed by his wife Juanita (Murphy), two daughters Dina (Shayne Gosse) and Rae-anne, and beloved fur baby, Morgan. He will be lovingly remembered by his siblings David (Anne MacLean), Margie (Buck Watts), Paula (Gerard Murnaghan), Ed (Betty), Reta, Cathy, Elayne (Bob Kirkwood), Bernie (Mike MacDonald), Janet Jones, Joe (Sherri Hogan), Barbie (Scott Lacey), siblings-in-law Dale Murphy (Kim), Blaine Murphy (Anita), Cynthia Fairweather, and Linda Corrigan, and numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Predeceased by his parents Herbie and Lalie Corrigan, parents-in-law John “Jack” and Doris “Dot” Murphy, siblings Deanna, Theresa and Herbie (Paula), and brother-in-law Lowell Jones.

 

Pat adored his wife and girls, his special friends John and Sherry MacLeod, Greg and Diane McMasters, Danny and Lorraine Smith, and his best buddy Morgan.

 

Pat’s passion for his family and friends touched all who knew him. He poured his heart and soul into every corner of his property, turning it into a sanctuary, not just for himself, but for his family and all who were fortunate enough to visit.

 

Pat was loved by everyone. Everyone around him seemed drawn in and ready for a laugh – and he never disappointed. From him you learned that you don’t need to be the loudest to be the funniest. He could interject quietly with the most perfect, witty remark and leave the whole room in tears of laughter.

 

Pat and Juanita, along with their daughter Rae-anne, proudly owned and operated Corrigan’s Centre since 1976.

 

There will be a celebration of life, Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at Jack Blanchard Hall (7 Pond Street, Charlottetown). Donations may be made directly to the PEI Humane Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Pat died as he lived…with his boots on.

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Heart and 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

Peacefully, on Tuesday, December 24, Beryl MacRae of Clyde River, age 79, passed away at Summerset Manor. Survived by her husband of 58 years William MacRae, son Trevor & daughter Tracey. Loving grandmother to Daniel Boudreau, Larissa Storey, Madeline MacRae. Fondly remembered by “my baby brother” Fulton Younker, sisters-in-law Vivian Younker, Bonnie Owen, Hazel MacRae, Joy Zimmer and brothers-in-law Norman MacRae and John MacRae.

 

Predeceased by her parents Ralph & Belle Younker, brother Harvey Younker and infant son William Wade; also mother and father-in-law Milton & Stella MacRae, brothers-in-law Harvey MacRae, Larry Owen, and Vincent Hubley and sister-in-law Anne MacRae.

 

Beryl was especially proud of her grandchildren and her 30-year career with Veterans Affairs Canada. Her family would like to thank staff of Summerset Manor, Prince County Hospital, Island EMS, South Shore Villa and Home Care for their wonderful care and kindness.

 

Cremation has been entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. No visitation or funeral by personal request. Donations in her memory can be made directly to Kingston Cemetery or 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

Ph: 902-628-2257

 

Kingston Cemetery

c/o West River United Church

PO Box 89

Cornwall, PE C0A 1H0

The death occurred at The Mount Continuing Care Community on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, of Murray D. MacKinnon of Charlottetown, age 93 years. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Lila (Beck) and son Ronnie. Left to cherish his memory are his daughter-in-law Glorya MacKinnon, grandchildren Shane MacKinnon (Lacey), Nicholas (Charla) Campbell, Rebecca (Anthony) Gill, and great-grandchildren Kayla Nordoff, Johanna and Michael Gill, and Chase Campbell. Survived by sisters Phyllis Llewellyn and Mary Manuel.

 

Murray was a long-devoted employee of Maritime Electric. His passion was woodworking – he was often found in his basement, crafting his talent. Murray and Lila loved to travel, and his most favourite thing was dessert – cookies and sweets of all kinds.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Monday, December 30, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=4c7dd737-f63b-4316-8f52-95febe190661 Interment later in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to Park Royal United Church. Visiting hours Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Park Royal United Church

11 Christie Dr

Charlottetown, PE

C1A 5W6

Ph: 902-894-9656

The death occurred peacefully at the Atlantic Baptist Home on Friday, December 20, 2024, of Gail Ann Swan (nee Harper) of Charlottetown, age 75 years. Devoted wife of Allison, cherished mother of Jodi (Brent MacDonald) and Adam (Amanda), and exceptionally proud Nanny of Delilah. Loving sister of Skip (Brenda) Harper and Heather (Mike) Wood. Fondly remembered by her mother-in-law Grace Swan, sisters-in-law of Pauline (Preston) Scott, Beverley Fay and Marsha (Arnold) Dennis, and nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents John E. and Lois (Whitlock) Harper, sister Judy (Winston) Tremere and brother-in-law James Fay.

 

Gail was a woman of faith and committed herself to caring for her family and community. She cherished her time as a Sunday School teacher and lay minister.

 

Our family extends sincerest gratitude to the staff at the Atlantic Baptist Home for their tender, loving kindness. Each of you provided Gail with the dignity she deserved during her final month.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Tuesday, December 31 at 10:00 a.m. For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=126d6f0e-b310-46fb-a6d8-c4a8ff1e6f73Interment in York Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the PEI Humane Society. Visiting hours Monday from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

PEI Humane Society

Box 20022

Charlottetown, PE C1A 9E3

Ph: 902-892-1190

William “Bill” Arlen Worth, age 84, of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 18, 2024.

 

Born on Jun 6, 1940, in Charlottetown, son of Linda Minchin and Percy Worth, Bill was the beloved husband of Lorraine Katherine Schlamp, father of Kelly Louise Worth (predeceased), Kerry Lynn Dickieson (Brenton), and Mark William Worth (Stephanie), and grandfather of Madison, Nicolas, and Liam.

 

Bill was known for his wry sense of humour both in his storytelling and his practical jokes. He loved to laugh, listen to country music, and play word puzzles. As retirement hobbies, Bill took up gardening and mourning the loss of the Montreal Expos. He was part of the maintenance team at Holland College for 25 years, where he was known for his hard work and winsome sense of humour. Bill will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the service will be held on Monday at 2:00 p.m. Interment later in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Flowers gratefully declined, however if so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to Immanuel Christian School. Visiting hours Sunday from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be mailed to:

 

Immanuel Christian School

68 Allen Street

Charlottetown, PE

C1A 2V8

With broken hearts we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of Howard Rodgerson, age 79 years, at the QEH on December 16, 2024, after a very brief but hard-fought illness that he faced with dignity and optimism.

 

Loving husband of Coleen (Hendricken) and adored father of Dwayne (Genevieve) and Shawn (Amanda). Special Grampie to Alice, Elsa, Elodie, Jorja, and Jack. Loving fur dad to his side kick companion Duke and previously loved dogs Higgins and Fergis.v

 

Special brother to Else (Art) Cameron and Mildred Dover (Lawrence Coffin) and brother-in-law to Don Smith, Velma Hendricken, J. P. Hendricken, Dianne (Donald) McKay, Marjorie Hendricken and Leo (Helen) Hendricken, and cherished uncle and caring friend to many.  

Predeceased by his parents Milton and Alice (Douglas) Rodgerson, sisters Marjorie Smith and Suzanne MacEwen, siblings-in-law Irwin, Bernice (Howard) Kelly, Phelan (Dianne), Lornie, Frank, Elaine Wood, Claire Hendricken, and special friends.

 

Howard will be fondly remembered as a quiet, kind and amazing high school Chemistry teacher. He taught most of his career at Charlottetown Rural where he developed lasting friendships and created special bonds with many students whom he was so proud to teach. He loved to golf daily at Stanhope Golf Course with Coleen and was an avid Montreal Canadiens and Charlottetown Islanders fan.

 

He was most proud of his boys and his grandchildren and loved cheering them on and supporting them with their academics and various sporting events. The last and most recent event he attended was a Hockey Fights Cancer game where he proudly gave his donation knowing the impact it had.

 

A very special thank you to the Doctors, Nurses and staff of the Cancer Treatment Center as well as the Emergency department at the QEH. A heartfelt thank you to Oncology Nurse Jody Green and Dr. Jan Rogerson for their kindness and compassion given to Howard and his family.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where a family funeral will be held on Friday at 11:00 a.m. No visiting hours by personal request. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the PEI Humane Society or PEI Cancer Treatment Centre (QEH Foundation). Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Donations may be made directly to:

 

PEI Humane Society

Box 20022

Charlottetown, PE C1A 9E3

Ph: 902-892-1190

 

PEI Cancer Treatment Centre (Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation)

PO Box 6600

Charlottetown, PE C1A 8T5

Ph: 902-894-2425

The death occurred peacefully at Maison Albert House (Hospice) on Friday, December 13, 2024, of Velma Alexandria Herring of Moncton, formerly of Sherwood and High Bank, PEI, age 86 years. Beloved wife of Blair, loving mother of Valerie (Malcolm MacBeath) Herring-MacBeath and Kathy Herring. Proud Grammie to Brodie (Bryanne) MacBeath and Taylor MacBeath. Great-Grammie to Brady MacBeath. Sister of Louise Blue and sister-in-law of Carl (Pauline) Herring. Aunt to Kevin (Marilyn) Blue and family, Elaine MacLeod and family, William Herring and Edward Herring. Predeceased by her parents Angus and Mary (MacLean) Stewart, brother-in-law, Alden Blue and nephew Kevin MacLeod.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel, from where the service will be held on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. For those wishing to attend virtually the service will be live-streamed at https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=cc637409-7ea8-465c-ac30-fb76ce023a60 Visiting hours Wednesday from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Interment later in Marshfield Community Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to Maison Albert House (Hospice Southeast NB) or the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be made directly to:

 

Maison Albert House (Hospice Southeast NB)

156 rue Pleasant St

Moncton, NB E1A 2V5

506-383-2404

 

Canadian Cancer Society

55 St Clair Avenue West, Suite 300

Toronto, ON M4V 2Y7

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