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• AltBirth: 1882, Tatamagouche, , Nova Scotia, Canada
• Residence: Bef Sep 1902, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Occupation: Sep 1902, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; a miner
• Occupation: Feb 1906, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; a miner
• Census: 1911, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Occupation: 1911, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; a coal miner

Harvey married Eva Dora McCarthy 3 Sep 1902, , Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada. Eva was born 10 May 1881; died 28 Feb 1948, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Leta married Ernest Gallagher 20 Sep 1923, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada. Ernest was born Abt 1895, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Mary married John Bigelow 10 Nov 1926, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada. John was born 10 Aug 1905, Windarm Hill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 14 Jan 1958, Lantz Siding, Hants, Nova Scotia, Canada; was buried 16 Jan 1958, ? Cemetery, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Harold — Catherine Elizabeth Harroun. Catherine was born 1914, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 27 Nov 1996. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Misc: three nieces and two nephews
• Occupation: empolyed in coal mining and fishing
• Obituary: 9 Sep 2005, Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada; Halifax Herald

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BIGELOW, Nathaniel Harvey - 78, Elgin Street, Springhill, passed away on
Tuesday, September 6, 2005, at his residence. Born in Springhill, he was a son
of the late John and Mary Elizabeth (Boyce) Bigelow. Most of his working years
were spent in coal mining and the fishing industry. He enjoyed hunting, fishing
and socializing. He is survived by his brother, William "Bill" (Joan) Bigelow,
Charlottetown, P.E.I.; three nieces and two nephews. He was predeceased by
sister, Colleen. Visitation will be held from 1-2 p.m. Monday, September 12,
followed immediately at 2 p.m. by a memorial funeral service with Rev. Perry
Hanley officiating, both held in A.H. Brown Funeral Home, Springhill. Burial in
Rodney Cemetery, Cumberland County.
[posted to NSCUmber Mailing List by Eric Keys]

Other Events:

• Misc: Grandfather of Tyler Cleroux, Kanga and Sassy Aussielow
• Residence: Sep 2005, Charlottetown, Queens, Prince Edward Island, Canada
• Obituary: 30 Jun 2015, Charlottetown, Queens, Prince Edward Island, Canada; Charlottetown Guardian

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Peacefully at the Provincial Palliative Care Centre on Wednesday, June 24, 2015 of William L. Bigelow of Charlottetown (Retired R.C.M.P.).
Husband of the late Joan Bigelow. Father of Linda (Kevin) Cleroux and John (June) Bigelow. Grandfather of Tyler Cleroux, Kanga and Sassy Aussielow. Special friend of Donna Diamond.
In keeping with his personal wishes, no visiting hours or funeral service will be held. Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com.

William — Joan Snazelle. Joan died Bef Jun 2015. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Obituary: 25 Jul 2004, Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada; Halifax Herald

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KIRKPATRICK (Bigelow), Mary Colleen - 73, Meech Avenue, North Sydney, passed away Friday, July 23, 2004, in Northside General Hospital, North Sydney. Born in Springhill, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Boyce) Bigelow. Following completion of her high school education, she studied nursing at the Victoria General Hospital in Halifax, graduated in 1954 and then came to North Sydney with her husband, Dr. Hugh Kirkpatrick. She is survived by her son, Dr. John (Debra), North Sydney; daughters, Susan (Dr. Graham) Opie, North Sydney; Dr. Jane (Dr. Michael) Gillis, Halifax; brothers, William (Joan) Bigelow, Charlottetown; Nathaniel, Springhill; grandchildren, Logan, Lesley and Michael Kirkpatrick, Esther, Sarah and Kirk Opie, Anna, Madeline and Elsie Gillis; sister-in-law, Esther (Dr. Harry) Poulos, Dartmouth; a number of nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Dr. Hugh Kirkpatrick. Colleen was a devoted wife, mother and protector. She enjoyed her summers with family and friends in Georges River and winters skiing in Ingonish. She had a great sense of humour and enjoyed the wit of others. The challenge of Colleen's lengthy illness was made easier to endure through the kindness and dedication of her wonderful caregivers. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday in W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral service will take place 11 a.m. Tuesday in Calvary Baptist Church, North Sydney, Rev. John Hannem officiating. Burial to follow in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Northside Hospital Foundation or Calvary Baptist Church, North Sydney.
[posted to NSCumber Mailing List 25 Jul 2004 by Eric Keys]

Mary married Dr Hugh Kirkpatrick 21 Mar 1954, Aylesford, Kings, Nova Scotia, Canada. Hugh was born 19 May 1927, Waterville, , Nova Scotia, Canada; died 27 Feb 1996, North Sydney, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]

John — Alice Eleanor White. [Group Sheet]

Donald — Hazel Joyce Fife. [Group Sheet]

Donald — Elsie Peterson. [Group Sheet]

Robert — Leah James. [Group Sheet]

Harold — Lillian Strickland. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Residence: Mar 2010, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Obituary: 27 Mar 2010, Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada; Halifax Chronicle Herald

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Helen Amelia Henwood 71 years of Lisgar Street, Springhill, passed away on Thursday, March 25, 2010 in All Saints Hospital, Springhill. Born in Springhill, she was a daughter of the Late Harold and Catherine (Harroun) Boyce. Helen was a member of the Springhill Baptist Church and the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary. She was an avid dart player, winning several championships; enjoyed playing 45's, Yatzee and washer toss, tole painting and especially being with her family and friends and spending time at the beach. She will be sadly missed by her husband, Ralph; their children, Ernel (Sandra) Henwood, Westville, Bob (Kim) Henwood and Jamie (Heather) Henwood both of Springhill, Catherine (Robert) Parsons, Brookfield and Diana (Eddie) Pettigrew, Springhill; Helen's daughter, Bonnie Lee (Brian) MacDonald, Springhill; several grand and great grandchildren; brothers, Jack, Donald (Elsie Peterson), Robert, all of Springhill and Harold (Lillian) of Sydney, Cape Breton; sister, Linda (Ben) Thompson, South Brook; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by sisters, Joyce, Patsy and Diana and an infant sister, Nancy. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to A. H. Brown Funeral Home, 5 McFarlane Street, Springhill, (902 597 2361) from where visitation will be held 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 Sunday, March 28, 2010 from the Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held 2:00 pm Monday, March 29, 2010 from the Funeral Home with Pastor Paul Berry officiating. Burial in Mapleton Cemetery, at a later date. If so desired, donations in Helen's memory may be made to Nova Scotia Lung Association or Springhill Baptist Church would be appreciated.
[Saturday, 27-March-2010 www.brownsfuneralhome.com, Springhill, NS]
[collected by EMKeys 2010-03-27]

Helen — . Unknown [Group Sheet]

Helen — Ralph Amasa Henwood. Ralph was born CA 1937, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 7 Feb 2015, Upper Nappan, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Occupation: employed in restaurant service business
• Residence: Mar 2010, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Obituary: 22 Mar 2010, Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada; Halifax Chronicle Herald

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Diana L. Matthews 1946-2010
Diana Leta Matthews, 63 years of age, of Junction Rd. Springhill, NS, passed away at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Center on March 21, 2010. Born in Springhill, she was a daughter of the late Harold and Catherine (Harroun) Boyce. Diana worked in the restaurant service business for years, as well as hair dressing and ceramics. She was an avid gardener and was a yard saler extraordinaire, also past president of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 17 Auxiliary. Diana will be sadly missed by her husband Darrell Matthews of Springhill; one son, James Darrel and one daughter Tara Lynn Matthews, both at home; granddaughter Christiane Leta Trim; four brothers, Jack, Donald (Elsie Peterson), Robert Boyce, all of Springhill, and Harold (Lillian) Boyce of Sydney, C.B.; three sisters, Helen (Ralph) Henwood of Springhill, Linda (Ben) Thompson of South Brook and Bonnie (Brian) MacDonald of Springhill, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by sisters, Joyce and Patsy, as well as a sister Nancy in infancy. Arrangments have been entrusted to AH Brown Funeral Home, 5 McFarlane Street, Springhill (597-2361). Visitation will take place Monday evening from 7-9 pm, with a funeral service to be held Tuesday, 2pm, March 23, 2010. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Diana may do so to the Lung Association or a charity of the donor's choice.
[Monday, 22- March-2010 www.brownsfuneralhome.com]
[collected by EMKeys 2010-03-22]

Diana — Darrell Matthews. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Misc: Jan 1995; nine grandchildren
• Obituary: 28 Jan 1995, Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada; Halifax Chronicle Herald

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PERRIN, Joyce Marie - 63, 55 Atlantic Ave., Moncton, N.B., formerly of Springhill, died January 27, 1995, in Highland View Regional Hospital, Amherst.  Born in Springhill, she was a daughter of Mrs. Catherine (Harroun) Boyce, Springhill and the late Harold Leo Boyce.  She was a former member of Royal Canadian Legion auxiliary, branch 17, Springhill.  Surviving are sons, Gerald (Jake), Moncton; Garry, North Delta, B.C.; daughters, Deborah (Mrs. James Gallagher), Brenda (Mrs. Weldon Smith), East Mapleton, Cumberland Co.; foster son, Robert Allan Perrin, Moncton; brothers, John, Donald, Robert, Springhill; Harold, Sydney; sisters, Helen (Mrs. Ralph Henwood), Diane (Mrs. Darrell Matthews), Linda (Mrs. John Cormier), Bonnie Lee (Mrs. Brian MacDonald), Springhill; Mrs. Patsy Anne Downey, Amherst; nine grandchildren; companion, Fraser R. Moss, Moncton.  She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Allan Perrin; infant daughter, Nancy; a grandson.  Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. tonight, 3-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in A.H. Brown Funeral Home, Springhill, where funeral will be 2 p.m. Monday, Rev. Ewen Moase officiating.  Spring burial in Hillside Cemetery, Springhill.

[posted to NSCumber mailing list by Gerry Mattinson 5 Aug 2012]

Joyce — Robert Allan Perrin. Robert died Bef Jan 1995. [Group Sheet]

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• Residence: Jan 1995, Amherst, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada

Patricia — Carl Downey. [Group Sheet]

Patricia — Jimmy Downey. [Group Sheet]

Linda — . Unknown [Group Sheet]

Linda married John Albert Cormier [Group Sheet]

Linda — Benny Thompson. [Group Sheet]

John — June ?. [Group Sheet]

Linda — Kevin Cleroux. [Group Sheet]

John — Debra ?. [Group Sheet]

Susan — Dr Graham Opie. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Residence: Jul 2004, Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Jane — Dr Michael Gillis. [Group Sheet]

Thomas — Heather ?. [Group Sheet]

Catherine — Wayne Burke. [Group Sheet]

Greta — Joe Glynn. [Group Sheet]

Allan — Carla ?. [Group Sheet]

Patrick — Elizabeth ?. [Group Sheet]

Grant — Jennifer ?. [Group Sheet]

Roberta — Roy Mcmaster. [Group Sheet]

Notes:

Died:
As a result of a car accident.

Collette — Zal Jackson. [Group Sheet]

Cathy — John ?. [Group Sheet]

Robert — Leah ?. [Group Sheet]

Harold — Joan ?. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Misc: niece, Julia; predeceased by his brother, Wayne and niece Brittany
• Obituary: Sydney, , Nova Scotia, Canada

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It is with broken hearts that we regret to announce the passing of our dear and special husband, father, son, brother, son-in-law, uncle and great friend, James Edward Boyce, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. James passed away on Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, at the An Cala Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by his loving wife, Lori and family. Born in Springhill, N.S., he was the son of Mr. Harold Boyce, Sydney and the late Lillian (Strickland) Boyce. Besides his father, James is survived by his wife, Lori Riles; his children, Elaine Boyce (Brendan), Daniel Boyce, Christopher (Liz), Mark and Kurtis Carter; his siblings, Colette (Zal) Jackson, Cathy Boyce (John), Robert, Dennis (Gail), John (Janet), Harold (Joan). He is also survived by his mother and father-in-law, Mildred and Angus Riles, Louisbourg; brothers-in-law, Kenny (Deb) Riles, Terry (Colleen) Riles; his special playmate and niece, Julia, as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Besides his mother, he was predeceased by his brother, Wayne and niece Brittany. James will never be forgotten by all those who knew and loved him. Visitation will be held at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday, Oct. 26, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will take place 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, at Sacred Heart Church, George Street, with Fr. Anthony O’Conner officiating. Cremation to follow. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction…

James — Lori Riles. [Group Sheet]

Dennis — Gail ?. [Group Sheet]

John — Janet ?. [Group Sheet]

Bonnie married Alexander Blair Tooke (son of Joseph Frank Sullivan Tooke and Gladys Isabel Beaton) [Group Sheet]

Bonnie married Brian Dwight MacDonald [Group Sheet]

Ernel — Catherine Chambers. [Group Sheet]

Ernel — Sandra ?. [Group Sheet]

Robert — Kim ?. [Group Sheet]

Jamie — Heather ?. [Group Sheet]

Catherine — Robert Parsons. [Group Sheet]

Diana — Eddie Pettigrew. [Group Sheet]

Tara — . Unknown [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Misc: three grandsons
• Obituary: likely Halifax Herald
• Residence: Jan 1995, Moncton, Westmorland, New Brunswick, Canada
• Misc: Feb 1999; three grandson

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PERRIN, Gerald Allan "Jake" - 52, 16 Herrett Rd., Springhill, died February 6, 1999, in Highland View Regional Hospital, Amherst. Born in Springhill, he was a son of the late Robert Allan and Joyce Marie (Boyce) Perrin. He was a past member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 17, Springhill. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Surviving are his wife, Veronica Dowe; son, Kevin Troy, Parrsboro; Robert Allan, Moncton, N.B.; brother, Garry, North Delta, B.C.; sisters, Deborah (Mrs. James Gallagher), Brenda (Mrs. Weldon Smith), East Mapleton, Cumberland Co.; three grandsons; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by an infant sister, Nancy. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, funeral 2 p.m. Tuesday, both in A.H. Brown Funeral Home, Springhill, Rev. Elroy McKillop officiating. Spring burial in Hillside Cemetery, Springhill. In lieu of flowers, donations to the ALS Society of Canada.
[posted to NSCumber mailing list by Eric Keys, 28 Nov 2000, no source given]

Gerald — Veronica Dowe. [Group Sheet]

Garry — Peggy Cvitkovich. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Obituary: 25 Mar 2005, Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada; Halifax Herald

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GALLAGHER, Deborah Catherine "Debbie" - 57, Lynn Road, Cumberland Co., passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2005, in Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre, Nappan, Cumberland Co. Born in Springhill, she was a daughter of the late Robert Allan and Joyce Marie (Boyce) Perrin. Debbie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and a special sister. She enjoyed doing crafts and spending time with her family and grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, James Gallagher; son, Gerald (Heather) Gallagher, Mapleton; daughters, Gloria (Danny) Gallagher and Glenda (Veryle) Lewis, both of Lynn Road; grandchildren, Emma, Chloe, James, and Brooke; sister, Brenda (Weldon) Smith, Lynn Road; Gary (Peggy) Perrin, Vancouver, B.C.; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by son, Ronnie; brother, Gerald "Jake" Perrin, and in infant sister, Nancy. Visitation will be held 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in A.H. Brown Funeral Home, Springhill, where the funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 26, with Rev. Bob Mack officiating. Burial in Mapleton Cemetery at a later date. Donations to the ALS Society of Canada, Regional Office, Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of choice would be greatly appreciated.
[posted to NSCumber mailing list by Eric Keys]

Deborah — James Gallagher. [Group Sheet]

Brenda — Weldon Smith. [Group Sheet]

daughter — Alfie Legere. [Group Sheet]