Other Events:

• Occupation: teacher for 34 years
• Residence: River Hebert, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada; during her younger years
• Residence: From 1965 to 2018, Amherst, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Residence: UNTIL 1965, West Amherst, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Residence: Oct 2007, Amherst, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Obituary: Nov 2018, Amherst, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada; the website for Furlong-Jones Funeral Home

Notes:

Occupation:
She began her teaching in a one-room schoolhouse in Warren and West Amherst and taught the last 25 years at West Highlands School.

Obituary:


Obituary

Anne R. Melanson
1931-2018
Thefamily of  Anne Melanson is very sad to announce her passing on November 29, at the age of 86.
Born on Christmas Day 1931 in River Hebert, Nova Scotia, Anne was the daughter of the late William and Jane (Brine) Melanson. She was predeceased by her siblings Ralph, Mary, Fred, Leon and Bob, brothers and sisters-in-law Doris, Tom, Irene, Alice, Nora and Russell, and niece Myrna. She is survived by her siblings Allen (Toni) and Stella, as well as many nieces and nephews who will miss her dearly.
Anne lived in River Hebert and West Amherst until 1965, after which she and her beloved sister Mary began sharing a home in Amherst until Mary’s passing in 2007.  The two sisters also shared a cottage at "the shore" in Lorneville, where friends and family were always welcome.
Anne was a passionate lifelong reader, enjoyed music, and would eagerly play cards for hours at a time. Mostly though, she loved to be with family and friends, hearing about everyone’s lives, and reminiscing of days and loved ones gone by.  Her recollection of names, places and dates amazed everyone! She especially loved the frequent visits from her cherished niece Gail. We will always be grateful to Gail and her husband Joey for their support of Anne over the years. 
Anne was a devoted Catholic with deep concern for those less fortunate than her. Anne was a member of the Holy Family Parish, where she was a Lay Eucharistic Minister and a proud choir and CWL member as well as a Sunday School teacher for many years. She served Friday Holy Communion at the Centennial Villa, where her visits were treasured by many residents. Her unending concern for others was exemplified by her membership in the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul.  
Anne was a passionate educator, teaching for 34 years. She initially taught in one-room school houses in Warren and West Amherst. She then went on to West Highlands School where she taught for 25 years. It was always with great pride Anne spoke of all her students, most notably some of her own siblings, nieces and nephews.
Anne loved to travel.  She journeyed to many destinations in Europe and North America, often with her best friend Isabel Jackson. Anne spoke often about those trips.  However, no matter how far she went or for how long, she always loved coming home. She and Mary welcomed one and all to their home. Anne got the groceries (and did the dishes) and Mary turned them into home cooked treats made with love. Although Mary got the credit for the best fudge (and donuts) in the world, it was often Anne who stirred the mixture for hours to get it  just right.
Anne’s legacy will be her resilience, positivity, love of family and her deep faith.
We have immense gratitude to the wonderful, and often funny, staff at the Springhill Memorial Hospital. A very special thank you to Dr.Andrea Faryniuk and the staff at the Cumberland Regional Healthcare Centre for their superb and compassionate care.
Anne’s family would like to thank the many medical and homecare workers who cared for her this past year and a half.  It was clear they thought of Anne as family. Their devotion made it possible for Anne to remain in her home as she wished. They are all saints doing God’s work on earth. To the dear caregivers: Muriel, Cheryl, Eleanor, Laura and Glenda, we will never forget the compassion and care you gave to our precious sister and aunt.
Arrangements are under the care and guidance of  Furlong~Jones Funeral Home, 70 Church Street, Amherst, NS (902-667-8777), where visitation will take place on Sunday, December 2, 2018 from 2 to 4 pm.  Parish prayers will be held during visiting hours at 3:15 pm.  A funeral liturgy of the word will be held at the Holy Family Parish Roman Catholic Church, Amherst on Monday, December 2, 2018 at 11 am, Deacon Howard Gotell officiating.
Donations in memory of Anne can be made to St. Vincent de Paul (Holy Family Parish PO Box 1075 Amherst NS B4H 4E2) or the charity of your choice.
Sharing of memories and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting Anne's online memorial at www.furlongjones.ca  or through the  Furlong Jones Funeral Home Facebook Page.

Other Events:

• Baptised: 7 Feb 1892, Minudie, N.S.
• Occupation: Nov 1914; miner
• Residence: Nov 1914, River Hebert, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada

William married Emma Jane (Jennie) Brine 25 Nov 1914, Joggins Mines, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada. Emma (daughter of Philip S Brine and Mary\Marie LeBlanc\White) was born 10 Oct 1894, Lower Cove, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Baptised: 21 Oct 1894, Lower Cove, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Residence: Nov 1914, Lower Cove, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Notes:

Baptised:
Her godparents were Anthony Burke and Elizabeth Brine.

Notes:

Married:
Witnesses at their marriage were James Comeau and Jennie Landry.

Other Events:

• Occupation: labourer
• Residence: River Hebert, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada; always
• Baptised: 3 Jan 1850
• Occupation: Feb 1873, Minudie, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada; stone cutter
• Residence: Feb 1873, Minudie, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Residence: Jan 1876, River Hebert, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Occupation: Nov 1910; farmer
• Occupation: Feb 1912; farming
• Occupation: May 1912; a farmer
• Occupation: Nov 1914; farming

Notes:

Birth:
He was 3 days old when he was baptized on January 3,1850.

Baptised:
His godparents were Damien Arsineau and Elizabeth Comeau. He was 3 days old at his baptism.

Died:
His death was reported by his son, Edward, who resided in River Hebert, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Aime married Susanne Burke 24 Feb 1873, Minudie, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada. Susanne (daughter of Francois\Frank Burke and Isabelle LeBlanc) was born 16 Jan 1848, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 31 Jan 1922, River Hebert, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada; was buried 2 Feb 1922, Minudie, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Residence: Jan 1876, River Hebert, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada

Notes:

Birth:
Birth date given by her son, Leo, when he reported her death.

Died:
Her death was reported by her son, Leo Melanson of River Hebert, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia.

Notes:

Married:
Witnesses at their marriage were Thadde Comeau and Mary Bourque. There is a 3rd/4th degree of consanguinity.

Other Events:

• Occupation: Nov 1914; stonecutter

Philip — Mary\Marie LeBlanc\White. Mary\Marie (daughter of Damase LeBlanc and Pelagie Leger) was born 23 Aug 1852, Cap Pele; died 14 Feb 1925, Lower Cove, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada; was buried 17 Feb 1925, St Denis Cemetery, Minudie, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Baptised: 6 Sep 1852, Cap Pele
• Census: 1861, the Parish of Shediac, Westmorland County, New Brunswick

Notes:

Baptised:
Her godparents were Hippolite Melancon and Marie Leblanc. She has a twin sister, Modeste.

Census:
Note by A.Owen: Marie, a twin born in Aug 1852, should appear as age 9 on the census. She is not listed by her correct name nor age on this census.


Died:
Her death was reported by her husband, Philip S Brien.

Other Events:

• Occupation: Feb 1873, Minudie, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada; stone cutter

Casimir married Marie Bourke 1848. Marie was born 1824; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Francois\Frank — Isabelle LeBlanc. Isabelle died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Occupation: Feb 1838, the parish of Barachois; a farmer
• Census: 1851, Shediac Parish, Westmorland, New Brunswick
• Occupation: 6 Sep 1852, Cap Pele, , NB; a farmer
• Census: 1861, Parish of Shediac, Westmorland County, New Brunswick
• Occupation: 1861, the Parish of Shediac, Westmorland County, New Brunswick; a farmer

Notes:

Census:
Damas is found with his wife and nine of his children. The names and ages of his children are poorly recorded on this census.

Damase married Pelagie Leger 5 Feb 1838, parish of Barachois. Pelagie (daughter of Simon Leger and Elizabeth (Isabelle) LeBlanc) was born 2 Feb 1817, Lower Cap Pele, , New Brunswick; was christened 25 Jun 1817, Cap Pele; died 6 Feb 1869. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Residence: Apr 1836, the parish of Shemogue
• Residence: Feb 1838, Ste Therese de Botsford
• Census: 1851, Shediac Parish, Westmorland, New Brunswick
• Census: 1861, the Parish of Shediac, Westmorland County, New Brunswick

Notes:

Christened:
Her father was a labourer at the time of her baptism and he was absent from the baptism. Her godparents were Jean Dugay and Marguerite Foret.

Census:
She appears on the census with her 2nd husband, Damas, and her son, Simon from her first marriage, and six children from her second marriage.

Census:
Pelagie's name is spelled 'Pegagie' on the Kanner transcription of the 1861 census. However, a look at the entry on the microfilm reel shows that her name is spelled 'Pelagie'. She is found with her second husband and nine of her children.

Notes:

Married:
Damase's mother had died by the time he married. His new bride was the widow of Hilarion Bourk. Witnesses at the marriage were Damase's father, Mathurin, and Pelagie's brother, Joseph Leger. There is a 3rd degree of consanguinity.