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

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Ralph Kennedy, who left us peacefully on November 4, 2024, at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Ralph was predeceased in February 2024 by his wife of 64 years, Gail (Currie). He is survived by his children, David (Lisa) and Pam Mills (Jeff); his grandchildren, Curtis, Trent, Catherine, Adam, and Alexandra; and his great-grandchildren, Adelynn, Hazel, Isabelle, and Wesley. He also leaves behind his sister, Elizabeth Chevalier (Denis), and in-laws Lynn and Alan Rogerson and Sherrie Meier.

 

Ralph graduated from Dalhousie Medical School in 1964 and returned to PEI, where he built a 40-year career as a dedicated family physician. After 25 years at the Polyclinic, he shifted to a full-time role as an Emergency Room physician at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital—years he would later call the most rewarding of his career.

 

Ralph embraced a range of evolving interests throughout his life, from gardening, hunting, fishing, and golf to skeet shooting, building and flying remote airplanes, earning his private pilot’s license, and playing bridge at the Haviland Club. He was also passionate about books and reading.

 

While Ralph was deeply committed to his career, his true pride and joy was his family, especially in his roles as grandfather and, most recently, great-grandfather. He treasured time spent with his grandchildren, creating memories through shared experiences and meaningful moments together.

 

For a man who dedicated his life to caring for others, we are immensely grateful for the exceptional care he received during his final days in Unit 2.

 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ralph’s memory can be made to Hospice PEI. A celebration of life is planned for the summer of 2025. Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Donations may be mailed directly to:

 

Hospice PEI

119 Water Street

Charlottetown, PE C1A 1A8

Ph: 902-368-4498

On November 4, 2024, at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in his 93rd year, Wendell Robert Silliphant of Clyde River (formerly Hunter River) passed away peacefully and surrounded by love with his family at his side. Wendell is survived by his beloved wife, Sharon (Kennedy), and his children Wendy (David) Hughes, Debbie Silliphant, the late Kathy (Danny) Moase, Keir (Stacey) and Tracy Silliphant (Wayne Beaton). Treasured Poppy to Courtney (Cory), Rachael (Margaret), Brittany (Brandon), Justin (Angela), Chelsea (Darrio), Danielle (Connor), Michael (Jamie), Carley (Jayoda), Brandon (Caelan), Robbie (Marissa), Samantha, Nathan and their families, including 11 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by brother Harvey (Suzanne) Silliphant and their children Kim and Nancy, brothers-in-law Brian, Kevin, Colin and Dale and sister-in-law Linda Kennedy. Predeceased by his parents Robert and Mildred (Neill) Silliphant.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. No visitation or funeral service by personal request. Interment will take place later at the Hunter River Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

 

Wendell was a gifted mechanic who loved to talk shop and tell stories. He will be remembered always for his love of dancing to “Dumas Walker” also known as Pappy’s song.

 

“When the battle stopped and the smoke cleared

There was thunder from the throne

And seven Spanish Angels

Took another angel home.”

The death occurred peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 of Evelyn Grace Rafuse (nee Smith) formerly of Mount Buchanan and Tantallon, NS, age 96 years. Loving wife of the late John Rafuse. Cherished mother of Holly (Derek) Smith, Carol (Kent) MacDonald, Melda (James) Darnbrough and Joyce (Hubert) Fraser. Nan of Andrew and Terilyn Smith, Lisa (Anthony) Vos, Lori (Steve) Tessier, Jeffrey (Jennifer) and Kelly MacDonald, Julie Darnbrough (Tyler Case), Jonathan (Jenna) Darnbrough, Nicholas (Tonia) Fraser and Stephanie (Colin) McQuillan. GrandNan of Carter, MacKenzie, Claire, Leah, Charlotte, Laura, Ben and Mila. Survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Albert and Bertha (Trueman) Smith. Evelyn was the last remaining member, having been predeceased by her 10 siblings: Ada, Thelma, Delmore, Garvie, Maynard, Lena, Roy, Marjorie, Cyril and Daniel.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Funeral Friday from Christ Church, Cherry Valley at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Polly Cemetery, Mount Buchanan. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to Christ Church or Polly Cemetery. Visiting hours Thursday from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

       

Donations may be mailed directly to:

 

Christ Church, Cherry Valley

Box 24083

Stratford, PE C1B 2V5

 

Polly Cemetery

Contact: Gordon Furness, Treasurer

21 Ross Road

Vernon Bridge, PE C0A 2E0

Ph: 902-394-0839

The death occurred peacefully at the Provincial Palliative Care Centre on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, of Larry F. Welton of Cornwall, age 75 years. Loving husband of Ruth, father of L. Robert, Susan (Aaron) Taylor and Mary Anne (Adam) Donovan. Proud Grampie/Poppie of Logan, Samuel, Anna Kate, Benjamin, Scarlett Mae and Josephine. Lovingly remembered by siblings Donna (John) Farquharson, Alan (Marja), Steven (Gloria), Judy (David) O’Hanley, Bruce (Sheila) Duck, sisters-in-law Carol Anne (Terry) Donnelly, Mary Jane (Dale) Zinck, Susan (Roy) Ridlington, Diane Farquharson, brother-in-law Robert (Dianne) Farquharson and their families. Predeceased by his parents Harry and Mary (MacLean) Welton and brother-in-law Jim Farquharson.

 

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Funeral Sunday from Zion Presbyterian Church at 1:00 p.m. For those wishing to attend virtually, the service will be live-streamed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rzqieBtjAc Interment in York Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation or Zion Presbyterian Church. Visiting hours Saturday from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. 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

 

Zion Presbyterian Church

135 Prince St.

Charlottetown, PE C1A 7K2