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Carver; Sayward Joseph

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CARVER – Sayward J., 80, of Mersey Point, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital on Thursday, November 29, 2018 surrounded by his family.
Born in Devonshire, Queens County, he was a son of the late Peter Seldon and Lurleen Carver.
Sayward started his love of working with wood in the former Milton Shoe Factory then as a logger, working in the woods for months on end in the winter. Carpentry was his long lasting career ending in a small business of making homemade crooked knives from scratch to the finished product. He loved hunting, fishing, trapping and enjoyed playing darts, cards and horsehoes where he received many trophies. Hibernia Campground was Sayward’s “happy place”. He was an active member of the Nova Scotia Guides Association where he taught fly casting, kettle boiling and moose calling to young and old alike. Sayward was also an affiliate member of Mersey Branch #38, Royal Canadian Legion, Liverpool
Sayward is survived by his companion Theresa “Terry” Dorey of Liverpool; daughters Ann (Almon) Cunningham of Mersey Point; Sandy (Barry) Cross of East Berlin; Paula (Dave) Conrad of Liverpool. His grandchildren Almon Cunningham (Heather Benvie) of Liverpool; Megan Conrad of Bridgewater and Rebecca Conrad Morinville, AB. His great grandchildren Cody Benvie of Liverpool; Landon McCarthy, Skye and Leo Walker, all of Bridgewater.
Sayward was predeceased by his wife Roxie Eleanor (Baker) (Levy) and his son Paul Levy.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. Visitation will be held in Chandlers’ Funeral Chapel, Liverpool on Sunday, December 2, 2018 from 7 until 9 p.m. with funeral service being held on Monday, December 3, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel with Reverend Carol Smith officiating. Reception to follow in the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Gregory’s Catholic Cemetery, College Street, Liverpool. Family flowers only, donations may be made to Mersey Branch # 38, Royal Canadian Legion, Liverpool or to the Nova Scotia Guides Association. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlerfuneral.com
The family wish to thank Dr. Garry Morash, Dr. Amy MacMullen and the nursing staff at Queens General Hospital Medical Floor for their compassionate care.

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  3. Walter & Noreen MacDonald & Gerald & Phyllis Wolfe

    We want to our sincere condolences on Sayward’s passing.

  5. LaVerne Hawkins

    Dear Sandy; Anne and Families:
    I am very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. It is never an easy time losing a parent. I am sure you have many happy memories to help you through this sad time. Take care of one another and know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of others. God bless.
    Sincere regards,
    LaVerne Hawkins

  6. Virginia Whynot

    To Sayward’s family, Sorry for your loss. Sayward will certainly be missed at Hibernia. He loved to show me his crooked knives & always had a story about each one when he would “drop in” at my sister Brenda’s trailer. I had many laughs with him.

  7. Brian Godfrey

    Dianne and myself send our sincere condolences to the family.We had many good chats at Memories Cafe and a lot of laughter, memories I will remember, rest in peace Sayward

  8. Eldridge/Phyllis whynot& family

    So sorry to hear of saywards passing.please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

  9. Janice Jollimore

    Soooo sorry to hear this sad news, Ann, Sandy & Paula, Almon & Almon. He was a great friend to mom just as Roxie was. They are all together again. My heart is with you all. Take care of one another during and after this sad moment in your lives.

  10. Dinna Nowe Wamboldt

    Ann, Sandy, Paula and families. My condolences to you all including Terry. Sayward was such a kind person always enjoyed playing darts. He was always joking around always made me laugh. RIP Sayward

  12. Lisa Crouse

    Sandy and Family

    My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the peace that you seek.

  13. Pam miller

    It is with a heavy heart that I have to say goodbye . I will never forget your smile and how you got me to feed the chipmunk.was glad to be able to say you skunked me in crib one game .ALways loved and remembered . Hugs and prayers to all the family.

  14. Merv and Bern Hartlen

    We will both miss you at the numerous music jams and the many fishing stories we shared
    Merv and Bern

  15. Curtis & Linda Leslie Maillett

    We wish to send Condolences to the Family of Sayward Carver. He was a great Mentor for my son, Brendan, who won many competitions under His Guidance. He was loved by Alicia & Brendan, and All of Hibernia. Sincerely, Curtis, Alicia & Brendan Maillett.

  16. Philip& Daisy

    We were so sorry to hear of Sayward’s passing,Our condolences to all his family,,he will surely be missed at the campground for years to come

  17. Linda & Robert Trainor

    To Terry, & Sayward’s family,

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Take Care & GOD Bless! HUGS!

    Linda & Robert Trainor

  18. Judi Maillett

    Sayward was” one of kind ” in his own way.He always had a smile & a joke. So glad I got to see & talk to him Remembrance day at the legion. Hope you are flying high with the Angels & are pain free my friend. Until we meet again.

  19. Doris Grant-Ethier

    To Saywards family sorry for your loss he was a great person and had a wonderful heart he will be truly missed

  20. Andy Mooers

    Sincere condolences to all. Having known Sayward through my childhood and teenage years I always enjoyed being around him, especially at Hibernia. I regret that I didn’t get to see him on my past visits home but they have been few and far between. He was one of the good ones.

  21. Jane Warner and Bill Roy

    So sorry to hear of Sayward’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this sad time.

  22. SYLVIA FORBES

    SORRY TO HEAR 0F SAYS PASSING;HE WAS 1 IN A MILLION’PLAYED A LOT OD CARDS WITH HIM. (AND LOST}
    MAY U R I P MY FRIEND;

  23. Katherine Archibald

    Sorry FOR YOR LOSS .SaYward HAD THE GREATES LAUGH ..Remembering him as a happy person. Many a laugh we shared .RIP.Sayward

  26. Lea Roy

    Sayward was a kind gentle soul. I am so glad I knew him and proud to call him my Uncle when he came into Aunt Roxys life.

  31. Lea Baker- Roy

    I am so sorry for your loss.Uncle Sayward always could bring a smile to my face. Know that my thoughts are with you and my love. -hugs

  32. Karen Peters-Newell

    Dear Sandy and Family.: My sincere condolences. I was so sad to hear about your dad. Always enjoyed talking with him when we went to Hibernia .He was always eager to help me put up my tent. He loved to talk . He will be missed dearly by all those who knew him.

  33. Jordan and Bella Oickle

    To all of Sayward’s family
    So sorry to here of his passing. He will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all .R.I.P. Sayward

  34. Dennis & Sherri Harrington

    Dennis and I are sending our most heartfelt condolences to all of the family.It is so hard to say good-bye to old friends, but now Dad will have someone to play cards with and to go fishing, which they both loved so much.❤️We spent many fun times together camping and going to dances, we will miss Sayward very much as will many .Take care and know we are thinking of all of you.❤️

  36. Holly Gohier

    My thoughts and prayers are with saywards family and friends. Please known that God gained a beautiful angel. Sayward was always there to help and offer advice and suport. He truly was a one of a kind of a guy. He will be truly missed.

  37. Judy Hyson

    I am so sorry to hear of Sayward’s passing. He was a very nice man and he surely will be missed.May he RIP.

  40. Bob and Brenda Lohnes

    To all of Sayward’s Family: Our condolences on Saywards’s passing. Always ready with a good story of the good old days, he will surely be missed at the campground. He has been a fixture there for many years and we are sure that his stories have probably travelled the world by way of the campers he so quickly welcomed to Hibernia. He will be missed but is in a much better place where he is free of all pain and suffering.

  42. Patti Emenau

    Terry and Sayward’s family,

    My sincere condolences to all of you on the loss of your dear family member.

    Patti

  43. Shirley Levy

    SO Sorry To Hear Of Saywards Passing To Terry And All The Family You Have My Deepest Sympathy At This Sad Time My Prayers And Thoughts Are With You.

  45. Rosalee Smith

    Sandy, Ann, Terry and the rest of Sayward’s family, sorry for your loss. His smile was infectious and his picture showed this.

  50. Marie Wambolt

    Sandy ,Paula and families. Sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad..My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

  51. Jean Strum

    To Terry and the family of Sayward:

    I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences.

    Jean Strum

  54. Hollis bowers

    So sorry to hear of your dads passing sandy ,Paula,almond, Douglas and I camp with him and your mom for. Over thirty yrs and oh the fun we had there are two people I will never forget god be with his family in the days ahead rip sayward u till we meet again

  55. Shirley and Paul Neals

    Terry, Ann, Sandy and all other of Sayward’s loved ones..we are so sorry for your loss!
    Sayward had a ready smile and quick humor and will be sorely missed at the Legion’s cribbage tables.
    God bless you and comfort you in your time of sorrow.

  56. Catherine and Lawrence Hatt

    We will miss Sayward. Loved to hear of his story’s of his life in the woods. Always enjoyed his company especially these late years up at the camp. Our condolences to his family and many friends.

  57. Ann Sperry

    Sending heartfelt sympathy ,he was a great friend,to Vernon and I, lots of nice memories I will always remember and look back on and have a good laugh at most .RIP,Saywar

  58. Diane White

    Terry and Sayward family and friends ,

    So sorry to hear this news , he always had a smile and a twinkle in his eye when he dropped in to bowling to watch his gal bowl and go to lunch. A nice gentleman.

    Rest In Peace

    Diane

  59. Susan and Gary Zinck

    Our condolences to Saywards family. We met this meek and mild man many years ago at Hibernia. He had patience and kindness in his teaching at the guides school and in the sports meet. He loved his family and the great outdoors. Loved to listen to his stories and his dry wit. Will miss you “Say” especially on Labor Day. RIP my friend.

  61. Doris Francis

    Ann,Sandy ,Paula and families…so sorry for your loss.These times are never easy but hold your memories close and they will give some comfort in the days to come.

  63. Frank and Jane Croft

    Frank and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Sayward.. Remembering all the good times we had at Hibernia campground..Never will we forget his smile and his laugh..Ann my heart goes out to you at this difficult time and my sincere condolences to the family..May Sayward Rest In Peace

  64. Wendy Feindel

    Ann,Sandy and Family so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all and my prayers to all of you. Wendy

  65. Beatrice DeLong

    Terry & Sayward’s Family: So sorry for your loss. I first met Sayward when we went camping at Hibernia. Lanny bought one of his knives which I still have. He always came to see our group when we were there…..playing card or washer toss with us. Thinking of you and sending Sincere Condolences to you all.

  69. Peggy Kelley

    Sorry to hear of Saywards passing.Lot of good times with him.Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

  70. George and Sheila

    To Almon Cunningham and Family .
    I knew Sayward in my younger years, He taught me a few carpenter tricks when we worked together for a few years ,He always like to tell a good old story and have a good Laugh.

    Sheila and I are sorry for your loss

  71. Allan & Beth LaRocque

    To The Family,

    We are very sorry to hear of Sayward’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  72. Allan&Beth LaRocque

    We are very sorry to hear of Sayward’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  73. Carla Roy and Anna Greek

    Terry and Sayward’s Family…
    We are so sorry to hear of Sayward’s passing.He will truly be missed by everyone who knew him,for his talents and his many stories.May you find peace in all the great memories.

  74. Faye and Norman Levy

    Anne, Sandy, Paula & Terry,

    We are so very sorry to hear of Sayward’s passing, he always had a smile and was always up for a chat. I am so glad that I got to see him on Wednesday, while I was volunteering. He greeted me with a smile.

    Faye and Norman

  75. Patty Peach (Hirtle)

    I am very sad to see Saywards obituary tonight. I played darts with Sayward & Roxy
    for quite a few years at the legion & The Horseshoe Beverage Room. He was always fun to be around & one of the good guys. We also played a few games of cards together… I’m sure Roxy was waiting for him at the pearly gates… God bless you Sayward & R.I.P. buddy

  76. Clark and Sandra Hebb

    To family and friends of Sayward Carver , so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow .

  77. Robert & Sally Fader

    Terry & Sayward’s family:
    So very sorry to hear this news. Robert & I send our sincere condolences to you all at this sad & difficult time.

  80. Muriel ,Richard &Joan Canning

    Sorry to hear of Sayward’s passing. I have many fond memories of him and his family.

  82. Peggy Woodworth

    To Ann, Sandy and Paula
    We are sorry to hear of the passing of Sayward. We are thinking of you all
    Love Willard and Peggy

  84. Charlie Greer

    Charlie & Bon Greer

    Our prayers go out to Sayward’s family, He will be greatly missed at the Guides Meet at Hibernia. He was a great person.

  85. Blair and Marion Baxter

    Our sincere condolences to Seywards family. My family has fond memories of Seyward.
    Blair and Marion (Carver) Baxter.

  89. Willis & Corina

    To Ann, Sandy, Paula, Terry and Families…So sorry for the loss of a Great neighbor at home and at the campground…Hibernia will not be the same as Sayward was a big part of it for many years…we will miss his smile and his wave each time we passed his lot…Try to remember the little things…the shared smiles, the warm hugs, the laughter. The pain may seem unbearable now, but in time, these memories will bring you comfort…and you will find happiness again…Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of need…R.I.P. Sayward

  90. Vina Moses

    So sorry to hear this news and sad to realize we won’t see him with his wry sense of humour anymore. Thinking of Terry and his family and many friends at this sad time. Lots of fun memories of Sayward and Terry including many meals together when Gerald was alive. Condolences to Terry, his family and friends.

  91. Clyde and David Whynot

    sorry to hear of Sayward ,s passing he was a kind and friendly man with sense of humor our thoughts and ^prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time R I P Sayward you are in a better place

  92. Darlene Connolly

    To Terry and Sayward’s family

    Sincere condolences on Sayward’s passing. I was shocked to hear the news because
    I had just seen him at the hospital the Tuesday before, he was waiting to see the doctor.
    Had met him through Terry and crib at the Legion. He will certainly be missed.

  93. Carolyn Hudson

    Terry, I am so sorry for your loss. Please remember that there are so many that care for you and share in your loss.

  94. Bill and Anna Cox

    Terry, Ann, Sandy and Paula and families

    We are sorry to hear of Sayward’s passing he always had a smile and a dry sense of humour, never lost for a story. We extend our deepest sympathy to you all. He is at peace and will be greatly missed.

  95. Shirley Frank

    Our deepest sympathy to you Terry and all of the family.So sad to hear of Saywards passing. Ken & I always enjoyed seeing you both .He always had a smile and liked to chat. We all had a lot of fun during our dance nights at the legion.Take care our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ken & Shirley

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