OBITUARIES
Obituaries
Diane Munro
Dec 17, 2025
Munro - Diane, 86, of Liverpool, N.S. passed away peacefully at Queens Manor, Liverpool on Wednesday Dec. 17,2025 with family by her side.
Diane was born in New Glasgow N.S. to John and Marion Sinclair and was raised in Middleton, NS.
Diane graduated as an RN from the VG in 1963 (Class of 63A) and was a VON nurse in Queens County...
Lauren R. Hatt
Dec 6, 2025
It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Lauren R. Hatt, 60, of East Port Medway, NS on December 6, 2025.
Born in Liverpool, Lauren was a son of the late Amos and Harriett (Hupman) Hatt.
Lauren is survived by his loving spouse of 36 years Darlene Mooney, brother Mark Hatt, many nieces and nephews, and best friend...
Philip Lloyd Anthony
Nov 14, 2025
It is with sadness and loss that we announce the passing of Philip Lloyd Anthony who passed away at Shoreham Village in Chester at the age of 88.
Born in Charleston, he was a son of late Grace (Mailman) (Anthony) MacKay, Upper Branch and Whitman Anthony, Charleston.
Raised in Charleston, Philip moved as his teaching career led him before settling for many...
Richard Lee King
Dec 13, 2025
Richard L. “Ricky” King, 69, of Labelle, previously of Belleville, NS, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025 surrounded by the love and comfort of his wife and son.
Born in Sandy Point, Shelburne County, he was the son of the late Winslow and Mildred (Devine) King.
A welder by trade, but chose a life as a fisher, deeply connected to the sea,...
Richard William Conrad
Dec 13, 2025
Conrad - Richard W., 90, of Liverpool, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, December 13, 2025.
Born in Milton, Richard was a son of the late Mary Conrad.
Richard worked for C.W. McLeod’s Fisheries as a fish processor and for Nova Scotia Power cutting out transmission lines.
Richard is survived by his daughter Norma Legge and his son Donald, both of Liverpool....
John Francis Atkins
Dec 12, 2025
With great sadness, we announce the passing of John Francis Atkins, 83, of Kempt on Friday, December 12, 2025, with his family by his side at South Shore Regional Hospital.
John was a son of the late Richard Atkins and Agnes ( Canning )
John was a former employee with Bowater Mersey running an excavator for many years until he retired on...
Edward Patrick Pottie
Dec 7, 2025
The family of Edward Patrick Pottie is saddened to announce his passing on Sunday, December 7, 2025 in Ryan Hall, Bridgewater.
Ed was brought up in Liverpool, N.S., the youngest of four brothers born to I.H.(Sid) Pottie and Margaret (Gillis). Ed was quick with a joke and a laugh, sometimes at his own foibles, frequently at the expense of his brothers....
David Arthur Donald
Dec 2, 2025
David Arthur Donald, 79, of Mahone Bay, died December 2, 2025 at Ryan Hall in Bridgewater, NS with his loving wife by his side.
He proudly served for this country first with the RCMP, and both in regular and reserve force with the military.
David loved all animals and most especially dogs and he enjoyed his time training German Shepards for service...
Rita Victoria Whynot
Nov 30, 2025
Whynot - Rita V., 78, of Halifax, formerly of Liverpool, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Halifax Infirmary on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Born in Liverpool, Rita was a daughter of the late David Lloyd and Lettie Icilda (Wamboldt) Whynot.
Rita had a varied working career throughout her life, but the one she enjoyed the most was working at Halifax Bowlarama.
Rita is...
Marie Shirley Tarr
Nov 27, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our dear mother and mother in law Marie Tarr, 93, of Western Head, Queens County, in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool on Thursday, November 27, 2025 after a brief illness.
Born in Chester Basin, Marie was a daughter of the late George Winton and Dora (Cross) Hatt.
Marie always loved getting...
Lawrence Stanley Smith
Nov 27, 2025
Smith - Lawrence S., 93, of Milton, Queens County, passed away peacefully in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater, NS on Thursday, November 27, 2025.
Born in Hunts Point, Queens County, Lawrence was a son of the late Carleton and Olive (Hartlen) Smith.
Lawrence was a former employee of Bowater Mersey Paper Company Limited retiring as Paper Superintendent. He was a long time...
Comfort at Christmas Service
Nov 24, 2025
Chandlers’ Funeral Home
And
Queens Ministerial
invite you to attend
“Comfort at Christmas”
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
7:00 p.m.
Chandlers’ Funeral Chapel
Not feeling the “Christmas Spirit” this year? The constant barrage of joyous overtones getting to you? The constant noise of happy holidays on the radio, TV, in stores and, yes, even in churches adding to your emotional stress? There is a lot to take in and...
Bernard "Buzz" Charles Neilson
Nov 19, 2025
Neilson - Bernard “Buzz” C., 94, of Milton, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Surf Lodge, Lockeport on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
Born in Liverpool, Buzz was a son of the late Charles and Rose (Brundell) Neilson.
Buzz was an employee for the former Bowater Mersey Paper Company Limited, Brooklyn for over thirty years. He was a member of Prince of Wales...
Douglas William Zwicker
Nov 18, 2025
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas W. Zwicker at Queens General Hospital, Liverpool on the morning of Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
Born in Milton, Doug was the son of the late James P. and Elsie M. (Greek) Zwicker.
Doug was very friendly and giving. Always willing to help anyone in anyway or anytime. In the 70’s...
William "Bill" Alvin Cox
Nov 6, 2025
William “Bill” Cox, 88, of Liverpool, Nova Scotia, passed away peacefully at home on November 6, 2025.
Born in Truro, Nova Scotia, Bill was a son of the late Alvin and Ada (Crowe) Cox.
Bill began his working career by pursuing his lifelong passion for the military, proudly joining the Canadian Army. Although a medical discharge brought that chapter to an early...
Paul Wayne Dexter
Nov 5, 2025
We share with sadness and gratitude that Paul Dexter died at home in Liverpool, Nova Scotia, on November 5, 2025, in his 84th year. We remember him honestly—grateful for what was good and tender with what was hard.
Born in Liverpool, Paul was the son of Paul Dexter and Roseanna (Inness)(Dexter)Webb.
A curious and determined student, he attended Boston College before joining the...
Wendell Eugene Whynott
Nov 3, 2025
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Wendell Eugene Whynott, who transitioned peacefully on November 3, 2025, surrounded by his family who could not have loved him more.
Wendell sometimes said, “I don’t have a story." Little did he know, he had a most beautiful story.
Wendell had his own style: strong, steady, jovial, and curious. He asked questions because he...
Mildred Syvilla Rhyno
Nov 1, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother Mildred Syvilla Rhyno on November 1, 2025 in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool, NS.
Mildred was a daughter of the late Charles and Nina (Huphman) Williams.
Mildred loved going to dances at the Legion, attending variety shows and Seniors Club on Thursdays. She loved Elvis. Mildred was...
Edward Bruce Newell
Oct 29, 2025
Edward Bruce Newell
Edward Bruce Newell of Voglers Cove passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on October 29th, 2025, at the age of 74.
Bruce was predeceased by his father, Robert Newell of Voglers Cove; his mother, Florena Newell of Pine Grove; and his sister, Karen Newell of Mahone Bay.
He is survived by his daughters:
Sarah Newell (Mitchell Woodworth) and their...
Marie Leah Dombowsky
Oct 29, 2025
Marie Leah (Richard)(Schneider) Dombowsky
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Marie Dombowsky on October 29, 2025, at the age of 95. Marie passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family. Marie was brave, loving, stubborn, and fiercely devoted to her family and friends.
Marie was, in her time, a lab technician, traveller, mother, friend and pillar...
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