OBITUARIES

Obituaries

Steven Samuel Mansley

Steven Samuel Mansley

Dec 16, 2025

Mansley - Steve, 67, of Liverpool passed away peacefully at Queens General Hospital on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 with family by his side.

Steve is survived by his wife Cindy (Morton) and his three children; Stephen (Nicole), Krista and Sara Jane (Jason) and grandchildren Hayla, Ky and Archer Stewart and Willow Mansley as well as many sisters and brothers.

Steve is predeceased...

Richard Lee King

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

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 (REVISED)

John Francis Atkins (REVISED)

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

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....

Lauren R. Hatt

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...

David Arthur Donald

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

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

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

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

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...

Rodney G. Verge

Rodney G. Verge

Nov 22, 2025

Rodney George Verge

Rodney George Verge, born on October 1, 1943, in London, England passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025. He will be fondly remembered as a loving father, a dedicated brother, and a cherished partner.

Rodney is predeceased by his parents George and Margaret (Peggy) Verge. He is survived by his children, grandchildren, his brother Terry, and his nieces.

He treasured...

Bernard "Buzz" Charles Neilson

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...

Sylvia and Douglas Zwicker

Sylvia and Douglas Zwicker

Nov 18, 2025

Sylvia E. Zwicker, of Liverpool, passed away at home with her daughters by her side at the age of 76 on July 22, 2024 and Douglas W. Zwicker who passed away at Queens General Hospital, Liverpool on the morning of Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

Sylvia was born in Bridgewater to the late Clarence “Hank” and Evelyn (Veinotte) Whynot and Douglas was born...

Douglas William Zwicker

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...

Philip Lloyd Anthony

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...

William "Bill" Alvin Cox

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

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

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

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...