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Westhaver, Etta Melba

Posted By Obits On August 28, 2014 @ 10:00 am In Obituaries | 80 Comments

Westhaver,

Westhaver, Etta Melba, 78, of Hunts Point, Queens County, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 31st, 2014, at home, surrounded by her loving family after a five year battle with cancer.

Born on the beautiful Magdalen Islands, she was a daughter of the late Glenson and Jane (Burke) Craig.

Her love of life was only exceeded by the love of her family that was unconditional. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Etta lived by the motto that giving is better than receiving. She enjoyed spending countless hours over the years volunteering in her community. She performed many acts of kindness that were unknown to many.Etta received many awards over the years for her volunteering, but she was very humbled to receive the 125th Anniversary of Confederation of Canada Medal and the Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal for her exceptional volunteer  service.  She was a past warden of both St. James Anglican Church, Hunts Point and Trinity Anglican Church, Liverpool for many years.

She is survived by a daughter Zona (Stephen) Hatt, of Milton; son Donald (Sue), of  Hunts Point, Nova Scotia and Eckville, Alberta; step daughters Lynn, Cindy, Daphne, Christy; grandchildren Samantha, Tashauna, Stephen Forde, Jason, Chyanne, Joshua; great grandchildren Leah, Alexa; sister Anna Rowen, of Scarborough, Ontario; she will be missed by her faithful Boston Terrier Nixon.

She was predeceased by her husband Maurice Westhaver; son Forde; brothers Alton, Harold; ex husband John Turner.

As giving in life, she continues to do so in death by donating her body to science so others may learn. A Celebration of Etta’s Life will be held Saturday, September 6, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. in Trinity Anglican Church, Liverpool, NS. Reverend Judy Cross officiating. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to St. James Anglican Church, Hunts Point or to The Lodge That Gives, Halifax. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.chandlersfuneral.com

 

 

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Condolence from Shirley and Paul Neals on April 5th, 2014 10:17 am

Zona and family members, So very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a lovely lady and it was always obvious how much she loved her family! God bless you all at this sorrowful time.

Condolence from Joyce parks on April 5th, 2014 10:32 am

To Ettas family,i only knew your mom for a short time,meet her trough Reggie Burke and my sister Rose,she was one of the most beautiful ladies I know,.so kind and always thinking of others,had her at our home for lunch last sept and have some nice pictures which I never got to share with her..so sorry to hear of her passing,may god be with you all at this sad time.

Condolence from Peter&Joanie Davies on April 5th, 2014 10:37 am

Dear Zona,&Families,
Thinking of you at this time of loss, sending our love and condolences. God’s Blessings. She’ll always be near in your heart and memories.

Condolence from Barb Kempton Fralic on April 5th, 2014 10:53 am

To Etta’s family.
Sorry to hear your sad news. My thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Barbie

Condolence from Brenda and Ira Huskins on April 5th, 2014 11:37 am

Zona, and family, sorry to read of Etta’s passing. Brenda had some dealings with her in her volunteering, she was a lovely woman.
God Bless

Condolence from Ivan & Marilyn Huskins on April 5th, 2014 11:37 am

To Etta’s Family

Ivan & I would like to say how sorry we are to hear about the

passing of your mother. She had done a lot for the people she

new, especially the ones in the manor. It makes it hard to say

good-bye to the one you love, but she has gone through a lot

this pass year, but now she is in a better place. May God be

with you at this difficult time.

Condolence from Valerie Chalifoux on April 5th, 2014 11:44 am

To Zona and Donnie…me heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mom. She was a lovely lady and I have nothing but fond memories of the time I spent at your home(up behind the high school) when Forde and I were friends.
The last time I saw her was when Laurie and I drove across Canada with all our kids in tow. We had a wonderful time at her place out by Hunts Point when she had a corn boil for the MS society. I have some wonderful pictures of that time. 🙂

God has another angel sitting beside him ♥

Condolence from Leon & Norma Robertson on April 5th, 2014 11:48 am

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. She was a pleasant lady and very kind. Our deepest sympathy to all Etta’s family.
Leon & Norma

Condolence from Willa Burke on April 5th, 2014 12:07 pm

My deepest sympathy to Etta’s family. She was a wonderful lady that will never be forgotten……Rest In Peace Nana Sis….love Willa & Karina

Condolence from Geraldine and Will Burke on April 5th, 2014 12:39 pm

With deepest sympathy for your loss. She was a remarkable woman and will be greatly missed.

Condolence from Val Kempton on April 5th, 2014 12:45 pm

Zona and family – I’m so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a lovely lady and it was always a pleasure to have a chat with her. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from irving whynot on April 5th, 2014 12:58 pm

Sorry for your loss

Condolence from Cathy Barrett on April 5th, 2014 1:06 pm

I am so sorry to hear of Etta’s passing. What a wonderful lady! I will never forget her kindness, smiling face and of course, her delicious baking! She was “one in a million”!

Condolence from Karen Turnbull and Family on April 5th, 2014 1:13 pm

Our Deepest Sympathy’s to the Family of Etta (Sis) Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Condolence from Gloria Rankin larke on April 5th, 2014 1:19 pm

to Zona and all your family you have all my sympathy . I knew your mum for many years and she was always the same always had a smile on her face and so kind . every summer when she came home here to the islands I always made sure I seen her .I used to work for your grandmother Jane and every summer they came home it was a great pleasure to see her and all the family together . she will be missed and her trips to her home here on the islands will be missed . God be with you all till we all meet again

Condolence from Alice Verge on April 5th, 2014 1:42 pm

Zona, Donnie and families…. Sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. She was a great lady and you will miss her dearly.. You are in my prayers..

Condolence from David Whynot on April 5th, 2014 1:42 pm

My deepest symphathy to all Etta,s family . iam very sorry to hear about Etta,s passing she was a lovely lady and we are all going to missed her at Trinity Anglican Church on Sunday,s morning and the Bible study on Wednesday ,s mornings may she Rest in peace and she is now in heaven flying with the angels Love David Whynot and family

Condolence from boyd matthews gaetane pealey on April 5th, 2014 1:56 pm

our deepest sympathy to zona donnie and familys

Condolence from Ron & Barb Campbell on April 5th, 2014 2:14 pm

Zona & Family
We are saddened to hear of Etta’s passing. She was a great lady & will be missed by all who knew her. We always enjoyed our chats with her.

Condolence from Cindy Mooers on April 5th, 2014 2:27 pm

To the family,
We were so sorry to hear about Etta’s passing. She was a true , brave lady.
Thinking of you all
Home Support

Condolence from Cathie and Kevin Wentzell on April 5th, 2014 2:27 pm

To Etta’s Family,
We were saddened to learn of Etta’s passing. The world and especially Queens County is a better place because of Etta. Take comfort in knowing how much she meant to so many.

Condolence from Gloria Rankin Clarke on April 5th, 2014 2:39 pm

Zona I did not get the C in Clarke on the sympathy I sent to you if you Gloria Rankin Larke it was suppose to be Clarke

Condolence from Kerry Dickson on April 5th, 2014 2:48 pm

My deepest Sympathy to Sis’s family and her many many friends .Her annual visits to the Islands and well has her visit to have her hair done will be missed She always made her appointments well in advance of her visit as she told me” it was one of the highlight of her visit We would catch up on the past year ” When she found out she had cancer she asked me to pray for her But to do it quietly as she has not told her family as then RIP Sis
Kerry and Irene

Condolence from susan verge on April 5th, 2014 3:03 pm

Zona and family, I am so sorry for your great loss. Please remember all the great times and keep them close to your heart.xoxo

Condolence from phyllis & Yorke Tutty on April 5th, 2014 3:14 pm

Zona and family, we are very sorry to hear of Etta’s passing.
She was a lovely lady and will be missed by all who knew her.

Condolence from Barbara Ann and Billy Burke on April 5th, 2014 3:39 pm

Zona, Donny and families, we were sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a wonderful, caring person. Will miss her visits home and phone calls..She will be missed by many but we all have our memories..

Condolence from Anne MacDonald on April 5th, 2014 3:57 pm

Dear Zona, and family, I’m sorry to hear of your precious loss. Your Mom was a wonderful lady. Sincerely , Anne

Condolence from Ruth (Dickson ) Rivers on April 5th, 2014 4:33 pm

Deepest Sympathy to all the familyYour Mom met my daughter Cathy while they were both getting Chemo. Cathy passed away on June 1st in 2010 from Ovarian Cancer.Your Mom and i both came from Grosse Isle,Magdalen Islands.Treasure all the wonderful memories you had with her.Hugs to you all.

Condolence from susan mosher richards on April 5th, 2014 4:36 pm

Dear Zona and family,so sorry to hear of Etta’s passing.I know she will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.Thinking of you.

Condolence from Kelly Inness-Poziomka on April 5th, 2014 4:57 pm

Zona and family,

I’m terribly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Thinking of you.

Condolence from Margaret and Winston Turnbull on April 5th, 2014 5:02 pm

Our deepest sympathies to Etta’s family.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Condolence from Susan MacLeod on April 5th, 2014 5:13 pm

Zona and family. Etta was one of my favourite people. Always positive, said good things about others, her passion for the communities she served and her love for her family and friend is admired. My sincere condolences.

Condolence from sylvia verge forbes on April 5th, 2014 6:16 pm

To Ettas family;
so sorry to hear of your moms passing; she was a lovely person’
Remember the good times;hugs

Condolence from Doug and Linj on April 5th, 2014 7:36 pm

We will miss Etta .always loved being in her company. She was clever , funny and so warm and friendly always.She loved her family and friends and is a sad loss. Take care family. ,We are thinking of you and sharing your loss Doug, and Lin

Condolence from Jennifer & Wendell Turnbull on April 5th, 2014 8:04 pm

Zona,Donnie and families,So sorry to hear of your moms passing..She was a lovely lady.. She will be missed ….

Condolence from Kim Rogers on April 6th, 2014 5:55 am

My deepest sympathy to all Etta’s family and friends. She had brought many many smiles to everyone. She will be missed by many. May you spread your wings Etta and share all your love to everyone in heaven. xoxo

Condolence from Shirley Barkhouse on April 6th, 2014 6:13 am

Zona and Donnie – please take comfort in knowing that so many people have such wonderful memories of your mom, for all the good deeds she accomplished within your community, always with a smile and a desire to help, no matter how big the task. My heartfelt condolences to you and all of the family. .

Condolence from Stan & Nalom Clark on April 6th, 2014 7:33 am

To Etta’s Family,
With our deepest sympathy . In the short time that we had known Etta it felt like a life long journey of the best values any human being could have and demonstrated to the fullest. Etta was one of the most positive people that we have met.In our hearts she went above her motto in so many ways. Such a judicious beautiful Lady.She will be in our thoughts and prays forever.She will rest in peace.
God Bless you all.

Condolence from Pat Whynot on April 6th, 2014 8:49 am

Dear Zona,, I can only imagine the great loss you feel. Your Mom is finally at rest, free from pain. I’m sure she s looking down at you with a loving smile, knowing how much you cared for her.

Condolence from Vernon & Joyce Hawkes on April 6th, 2014 3:28 pm

Zona, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Treasure all the memories.

Condolence from Evie and Ed Fisher on April 6th, 2014 5:17 pm

To Etta.s Family. Sorry to hear about your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Condolence from The Lodge That Gives – Canadian Cancer Society on April 6th, 2014 10:59 pm

Deepest Sympathy from Staff and Volunteers at The Lodge That Gives – Canadian Cancer Society.

Condolence from lewis and vicki conrad on April 7th, 2014 1:42 am

zona and family
so sorry to hear of your moms passing she was a very lovely lady and like by all that knew her our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time

Condolence from Kurt and Anne Sarty on April 7th, 2014 4:15 am

Zona and falily,
We are so very sorry for your loss.

Condolence from Dorothy Shankel; on April 7th, 2014 4:23 am

Zona,Donnie and families:Sincere condolences on the passing of your dear mother.

Condolence from Shirley & Paul Shot on April 7th, 2014 4:48 am

To Etta’s dear family: You all know you were her everything! Her will to keep fighting the horrible disease that finally took her life showed her strength and perseverance. Her smile and twinkle in her eye will always be remembered by those that knew her. Your strength at this time will come from her steadfast love and your many memories. God Bless!

Condolence from Pat& Doug Lohnes on April 7th, 2014 7:37 am

To Etta’s Family We are so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Etta was a lovely lady, we knew her well when we were in the Lions Club. Sincere condolances to all of you.

Condolence from Sterling Belliveau on April 7th, 2014 7:44 am

To the family of the late Etta Westhaver,

Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. You’ve lost someone who was a special part of your family. May you find comfort in each other and in all the compassion that comes to you at this time.

With deepest sympathy,

Sterling Belliveau, MLA

Condolence from wendy on April 7th, 2014 8:02 am

The quality of mercy is not strain’d. It droppeth as the gentle rain from Heaven; apon the place beneath ; it is twice blessed.
It blesses those that giveth and those that taketh.
William Shakespeare

To Zona and All of Etta’s family; I didn’t know Etta very long, I didn’t have to. It was immediately apparent, that she was a very decent and good human being. I thought that this Lady would certainly be blesses as would the people who looked after her with such love and devotion. Her family,friends and her two wonderful caregivers it was a pleasure to have witnessed such mercy and loving-kindness. You are all surely blessed.

Condolence from Gary Trimm & Mavis Delorey on April 7th, 2014 8:46 am

Ours thoughts and prayers are with Zona, Steve, Steve jr. and family at this time. Thinking of you at this time of loss, sending our love and condolences.

Condolence from Peggy Kelley on April 7th, 2014 11:24 am

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Condolence from Janette Wamboldt on April 7th, 2014 3:38 pm

I like to say I am so sorry to the family of Etta’s passing.I knew her for a long time.She had me collecting for Kidney Foundation,etc.A persuasive woman and a great one she was!Sorry about your Grandmother,Samantha and family

Condolence from Joy Melanson on April 7th, 2014 3:41 pm

Dear Zona and Donnie:
Sending my deepest condolences on the loss of your Mother. She was a lovely woman and will be missed by many. Keep the happy memories of her life close and go to them when your heart saddens. My thoughts are with you and your families. xo
Joy (Dobson) Melanson

Condolence from Stacey Fisher on April 7th, 2014 4:33 pm

Donnie, Susie, Samantha & Tashauna,

I am very sorry to hear the sad news.
Etta was an amazing person, always so warm and kind.
I will always remember the fun we had at Etta’s as kids!
Hearing her call me (and everyone else) “dear” will be etched in my memory.
Please know that you are in my thoughts at this difficult time.

Take care,

Stacey Fisher

Condolence from Rose & Philip Decker on April 7th, 2014 5:20 pm

Dear Zona & family

So Sorry to hear of your moms passing . She was a very giving person and will always be remembered by all who knew her.

Our deepest sympathy to you at this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rose & Philip Decker

Condolence from Rudy de Ruyter on April 7th, 2014 5:52 pm

Dear Zona , Steve and Steve jr , so sorry to hear of your loss . I know she meant the world to you both . You sure looked after her so well Zona . Take care …Rudy and Brenda

Condolence from Carole and Leo (Sam). Sampson on April 8th, 2014 2:46 am

To the family of Etta Westhaver.
Please know that our thoughts, and prayers are with you,
at this time.

Condolence from Lynn Rafuse on April 8th, 2014 3:43 am

My condolences on your loss.Truly a lovely lady.

Condolence from Mike and Donna West on April 8th, 2014 7:49 am

Zona and family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Condolence from Debbie Noel on April 8th, 2014 8:12 am

Zona and family…I was so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Etta had a long, hard road to travel but now that her journey has ended, she is at peace. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Debbie Noel.

Condolence from Jane Warner on April 8th, 2014 8:33 am

Dear Zona and family:
So sorry to hear of your moms passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.

Condolence from Susan Levy on April 8th, 2014 8:45 am

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

Condolence from Tom And Barb Moffatt on April 8th, 2014 10:52 am

We would like to send our condolences to the family of Etta. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

Condolence from Jennifer Clattenburg on April 8th, 2014 1:22 pm

Zona and family, Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing .My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Condolence from Jean & Darrell Newton on April 8th, 2014 3:58 pm

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Sis was a wonderful kind and caring person. She will be greatly missed . Our Love and deepest sympathy to all the family. xoxo

Condolence from Belinda Delong on April 8th, 2014 4:32 pm

Zona and family my thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of Ettas family at this sad time.

Condolence from MaryAnn Faulkner Oldham on April 8th, 2014 5:47 pm

Zona, Donnie and families, So sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. She was such a giving lady, reminds me alot of my mom, guess thats why they were such great friends. Thinking of you during this difficult time, take care,

Condolence from Shirley Croft & family on April 10th, 2014 6:10 am

I was sorry to hear about your mom passing. She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Condolence from Janie Sponagle on April 11th, 2014 5:47 am

To Zona. Donnie and Family

Sincere Sympathy .So Sorry, your mom was a wonderful friend to me, and I will never forget her, she was the one who got me back to church again. We had a lot of good times together.

Condolence from BRENDA LAWRENCE on April 14th, 2014 11:40 am

Zona, Donnie and families . So sorry to hear about Mom .She was a wonderful person , and very well looked after by her family . I have known Etta for a long time , goes way back to June and Walter Mosher day’s . They were great friend’s of mine .My prayer’s and thought’s are with you .Take care . Brenda Lawrence

Condolence from Alice Frauzel on April 17th, 2014 6:50 am

Zona, Donald and families,

So very sorry to learn of the sad news of your mom.

Thinking of you

Alice (Baker) Frauzel
Upper Chelsea NS

Condolence from Becky Jollimore Long on April 18th, 2014 9:17 pm

Zona and Etta’s family

I’m so sorry to hear of Etta’s passing. I worked with your mom years ago at Canadian Tire. We had a lot of fun together. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

Condolence from Cheryl and Bill Bouges on April 22nd, 2014 11:04 am

Donnie and family,
Sorry to hear the news that your Mom passed away.

Cheryl and Bill Bouges

Condolence from Annette White on August 25th, 2014 10:49 pm

Zona, I only met your mom a couple of times in church and she was a lovely lady, she will missed by everyone who knew her and how kind and sweet she was. I am so sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers are being sent to you.

Condolence from Gary Trimm on August 26th, 2014 2:47 pm

Zona, and Family My thoughts and prayers are with you….. XXOO!

Condolence from Judy Vey on August 29th, 2014 5:30 pm

Zona and family
It is so difficult to say good-bye to a loved one regardless of failing health. Knowing how caring you were in my Mom’s last days, I know you were wonderful with your own Mother. Time replaces sorrow with wonderful memories. My thoughts will be with you and the rest of your family over the coming days.

Condolence from Dale Saulnier on August 31st, 2014 4:45 pm

My sincerest condolences to the family. I have such great memories of Etta going back many years, she will be sadly missed and fondly remembered.

Condolence from Shirley & Paul Shot on September 1st, 2014 9:58 am

To Etta’s family: We are so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing and will continue to uphold you and your family in prayer. You have our heartfelt sympathy. May God grant you comfort and peace of heart through this difficult time.

Condolence from Sheila smith (fancy) on September 6th, 2014 7:41 am

I am so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing,my thoughts are with you.take care,god bless

Condolence from Becky (Jollimore) Long on September 15th, 2014 1:38 am

Zona Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing.

We had lots of good times at Canadian Tire. My prayers go out to you at this time.

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