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Velma Ruth Hunter

Female 1939 - 2018  (78 years)


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  • Name Velma Ruth Hunter 
    Born 15 Oct 1939  Indian River, , Prince Edward Island, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [1
    Gender Female 
    Misc grandchildren; Amanda (Dennis), Sarah (Adam), Michael (Stacey), Tiffany (Mark), Gary, Amber, and Katie, nine great–grandchildren  [1
    Obituary
    • Obituary for Velma Owen
      The passing of Velma Ruth Owen of Fredericton, NB occurred on Monday, February 19, 2018 at Paradise Villa Seniors Residence. Born in Indian River, PEI on October 15, 1938 she was the daughter of the late Erskine Hunter and late Rosie (Wall) Brown.
      Before retirement, Velma was an owner of various businesses, most notably the Meaford Nursing Home in Ontario and Molly's Canteen and Cottages in PEI. She was also a globe trotter, had many furry companions over the years, and was known to lend a helping hand up to those in need.
      Velma is survived by her daughter, Sue Carr (Bruce); sons, Preston (Sharon), Paul (Tanya) and David (Charmaine); sister, Olive Bryanton; sister–in–law, Linda Hunter; grandchildren; Amanda (Dennis), Sarah (Adam), Michael (Stacey), Tiffany (Mark), Gary, Amber, and Katie, nine great–grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.
      Besides her parents, Velma was predeceased by a grandson, Justin Owen; brothers, Preston and Elwood Hunter.
      There will be no public services at the family’s request. Interment will take place at a later date in Meaford, Ontario.
      Donations in Velma’s memory may be made to the Humane Society or the Alzheimer Society.
      We would like to acknowledge and thank the staff and management at Paradise Villa for their compassionate and loving care. She had many friends there. We would also like to thank Dr. Saunita MacMullin for her dedication to mom's needs and always being there when needed.
      Personal condolences may be offered through www.yorkfh.com
      This obituary is protected by copyright by York Funeral Home. Proudly Serving the Community of Fredericton. York Funeral Home is located in the province of New Brunswick, Canada.
      All rights reserved. This obituary is also archived at ObitsforLife.com
    Occupation owner of Meaford Nursing Home in Ontario and Molly's Canteen and Cottages in PEI  [1
    Died 19 Feb 2018  Fredericton, York, New Brunswick, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [1, 2
    Person ID I7630  Arthur - Research
    Last Modified 30 Jan 2020 

    Family Leith Owen,   b. 2 Mar 1932, Warren Grove, , Prince Edward Island, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 10 May 2017, Hamilton, , Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 85 years) 
    Children 
     1. Preston Owen
     2. Helen Rose (Sue) Owen
     3. David Leith Owen
    Family ID F3076  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  • Event Map
    Link to Google MapsDied - 19 Feb 2018 - Fredericton, York, New Brunswick, Canada Link to Google Earth
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  • Sources 
    1. [S695] Obituaries: General, Velma Owen, York & Miramichi Funeral Home <https://obituaries.telegraphjournal.com/book-of-memories/3431468/velma-owen/obituary.php>, viewed 30 Jan 2020.

    2. [S3212] Info: David Owen (#7633), e-mail 18 Mar 2019.


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