(1924 - 2018) Passed away peacefully with her family at her side at the CHUS Hotel-Dieu on Thursday, August 16, 2018 in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late Ronald Ward and dear mother of Jimmie (Norma Jean), Murray (Barbara), Margaret (Ken), and Rickey (Karen). Cherished grandmother of Penny (Ivan), Laurie (Michael), Paula (Troy), Sandy (Scott), Andrew (Angela), Brandon (Julie), and Melina (Brian). Great grandmother of Ryan, Kyle and Kevin Cork, Hillary and Sean Paintin, Chad and Cody Bean, Arielle Ward, Jaxson Ward and Jacob Eagle. Ardice was predeceased by her great granddaughter Arianna Ward and her great grandson Gerrick Ward. She also leaves to mourn many nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Visitation will take place at Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St. Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Wednesday August 22nd from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Interment will take place at the Malvern Cemetery immediately following the service. Donations to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.

(1955 - 2018) It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Larry George Brazel on August 7, 2018 at the CHUS Fleurimont Sherbrooke. Larry leaves to mourn his wife Christine (Cutler), his children Ian Pratt (Gina), Colleen Brazel and Michael Brazel. He was the predeceased by his parents Duncan and Doreen Brazel. Visitation will take place at the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 Colllege St. Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), on Friday, August 17, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Saturday, August 18th from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 3:00 p.m. Interment will take place at a later date.

(1960 - 2018) Passed away on Saturday August 18, 2018 at the age of 58 years. Richard (Freddie) Martin youngest son of Lillian Smith and the late Charles Martin. Brother of Robert, David (Susan), Michael, Myles and also of the late Brenda, Brian and Joanne. Sadly missed by his nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. There will be no visitations and the burial of his ashes will be at the Bury Cemetery on Saturday, September 1st, 2018, at 2:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. May he rest in peace.

(1935 - 2018) Passed away peacefully with her family at her side at the CHUS Fleurimont, on Monday, August 20, 2018 in her 84th year. Germaine was born on February 24, 1935 in Rexton, New Brunswick, daughter of Ida (Vautour) and Alexander Richard. She was the beloved wife of Vance Patterson for 60 years and loving mother to Kimberley (Robert Dean) and Wendy (Terry Barrett). She was a cherished grandmother of Brandon MacDonald, Zachary and Joshua Sauvé, and step-grandmother of Chelsey Barrett, Kyle Barrett, Ryan Dean, Christopher Dean, Brittaney Dean. She also leaves to mourn her sisters: Joanne (Brian Walsh), Marie (the late Edmond Babin), Loretta (the late Larry Jennings), and brothers, Vincent (the late Shirley), Paul (Nelly) as well as, a long list of nieces, nephews and many friends. Visitation will take place at Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St. Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), on Sunday, August 26, 2018 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. At the request of the family, in lieu of flowers, a donation to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. 50

(1932 - 2018) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael James Shea at the CHUS - Fleurimont on August 27th, 2018 at the age of 86. Son of the late James Shae and late Emily Lancaster, and predeceased by his daughter Lori. He leaves to mourn his beloved wife of 64 years, Frances Gillander, his children Steven (Kelley) and James (Ann), his grandchildren Amanda, Christopher (Sarah), Kyle, Daniel (Chelsea) and great grandson James. He also leaves his brothers Sherman, Cecil, and their families. A graveside service will be held at the St-Anne’s Cemetery in Richmond, Quebec on Saturday September 1st, 2018 at 2 pm. Donations in his memory can be made to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association.

(1961 - 2018) Passed Away suddenly at Sherbrooke, on Thursday August 23, 2018, at the age of 57 years, Mr Richard Brazel, husband of Esther Ballard and son of Beverly French (Ralph Coote) and the late Ervin Brazel (Cécile Roy). He leaves to mourn his beloved daughter Alex Brazel (Raphaël Boucher) and his inseparable companion Miss Jack, his sister Laurie Anne, his father-in-law Gilles Ballard (Monique Bolduc), his mother- in-law Isabelle Roussin (Léonard Picard), his brother-in-law Martin Ballard and his daughter Lili-Rose and many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Visitation will take place at the St-Peter’s Anglican Church, 45 Principal St., Cookshire, QC, J0B 1M0 on Friday August 31, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 3:00 p.m. Burial at Eaton Cemetery. In his memory, donations to the CHUS Foundation – Neonatologie, 530, 10iè avenue South, Sherbrooke, QC, J1G 2R9 or to the SPA de L’Estrie, 1139, Boul. Queen-Victoria, Sherbrooke, QC, J1J 4N5.

(1932 - 2018) It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of husband, father, and grandfather, Everett (Joe) George McComb, on Tuesday, August 28, 2018, at the age of 86 years, following his battle with cancer. Joe leaves to mourn his wife Sylvia Ewing, his children: Kathy (Barry), Danny (Sue), Michael (Joyce), and Janna (Vic); his sisters Fern and Jewell, his sister-in-law Joan, and sister-in-law and brother-in-law Judy and Earl Stanley, as well as eight grandchildren and their spouses, ten great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Joe was predeceased by his father Thomas McComb, his mother Mary O’Brien, his sister Violet, his brothers: Eugene (Buster), Allan and Walter (Billy); his daughter-in-law Lynda, and stillborn son, Timmy. As per Joe’s Wishes, a private family service was held at the Eaton Cemetery. As a memorial tribute, donation to the Dr. W.J. Klinck Foundation would be appreciated.

(1928 - 2018) Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at the Palliative care Unit of the Magog Hospital. Mr. Manning was the son of the late Harry Manning and the late Margaret Bell. He leaves to mourn his son Scott and daughter Tina; his grandchildren Katy, Amanda and Robert; his great-grandchildren Jackson, Andrew, Jay (J.T.), Giovonnie, Owen and Eli. He was the brother of Percy, Harry, late Evelyn, Shirley, Sally, late Hilda and Marion. He will also be missed by many nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held at the Cass Funeral Home, 545, Dufferin, Stanstead, QC, on Saturday September 1, 2018 from 12 to 2 p.m. Funeral services will follow. Interment at the Woodside cemetery. The family wishes to thank the caregivers of the Palliative care unit of the Magog Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Magog Hospital Foundation, c/o Palliative care unit, 50, St-Patrice E, Magog, QC, J1X 3X3, would be appreciated by the family

(1914 - 2018) Bernice passed away on September 9, 2018 at the Wales Home in Richmond at the age of 104. She was born in Sherbrooke in 1914 and the family moved to Richmond in 1939. Bernice was the oldest of 10 children. She was the daughter of the late John Gordon Beattie and the late Elizabeth M (Lizzie) Walker, she was predeceased by her brothers Malcom (the late Frances Nadeau), Donald (the late Thelma Faulkner), Kenneth (the late Lyla Stimson), Elwin, twin brothers Hilton and Merton, and her sisters, Doris (the late Kenneth Cross), Jean and Shirley (the late Ross Lockwood). Bernice leaves to mourn many nieces and nephews. She will be missed by family and friends as well as the staff at the Wales Home. Thank you to everyone on Shaw 2 and central who cared for Bernice over the years. Resting at the Cass Funeral Home, 295 Main St., Richmond, Que., where visitations will be held on Friday, September 14, 2018 from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday, September 15, 2018, visitations at the Richmond-Melbourne United Church, 247 Principal S., Richmond from 12:30 to 2 p.m., followed by the funeral service at 2 p.m. with Charlotte Griffith officiating. Interment in the Elmwood Cemetery, Sherbrooke, will be held Monday, September 17 at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wales Home Foundation, 506 Rte 243 N, Richmond, QC J0B 2H0 would be appreciated.

(1935 - 2018) Passed away at the Wales Home on Friday September 7th, 2018, at the age of 83, after a very courageous battle with severe health issues over the last four years. Wife of the late Charles Abercrombie and longtime companion of Lewis Tuite. She will be missed by her loving daughters Marilyn (Paul Pagnuelo), Diane (William Gifford) and Faye (Stanley Campbell), her stepsons Kevin Tuite (France) and Stephan Tuite (Lynne). Loving grandmother to Stephanie, Matt, Andrea, Nelson, Amy, Adam, Brian, Steven, Rose Camille, Ella Maude, Charles Antoine, eight great grandchildren and many good friends and relatives. A special thank you to all the staff at the Wales Home who showed her so much kindness and love, making her comfortable in her final days. A funeral service will be held at the Wales Home, 506 Rte 243 N. Cleveland, QC. J0B 2H0, on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev Tami Spires officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wales Home Foundation (506, Route 243 North, Richmond, Quebec, J0B 2H0) would be appreciated.

(1929 - 2018) Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the CHUS Fleurimont, on September 18, 2018. Beloved husband of June and cherished father of Liz and Barb (Ian) and grandfather of Robyn. Garth leaves to mourn his sister Amy Harrison Husk (Ron). He was predeceased by his brothers Argyle, Cameron and Donald (Shirley) and sister Peggy. He also leaves to mourn his brother-in-law Paul (Rilla) along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will take place at the Bury Cultural Center on Friday September 21, 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, September 22, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at the Trinity United Church in Cookshire with the Rev. Tami Spires officiating.

(2002 - 2018) Nathaniel passed away peacefully at the CHUS-Fleurimont on Saturday, September 22nd, 2018 at the age of 16. He was the precious son of Lisa Bernais and the late Russell Phaneuf. He leaves to mourn his loving Mom, his brother Josh (Vanessa) and sisters Ashlee and Chelsea. He was the adored grandson of Alex and the late Marielle Bernais and of the late Albert and Ardell Phaneuf. He will be dearly missed by many uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins, other family members and loved ones. Visitation will be held at the Cass funeral Home, 545, Dufferin, Stanstead, QC, J0B 3E0, on Friday, September 28th, 2018 from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. as well as on Saturday, September 29th, 2018 from 9 to 11 a.m. A celebration of life will follow at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment at the Apple Grove cemetery. The family wishes to thank Shannon, Mélanie, Jeannine, Dr. Myriam Santschi and the many devoted caregivers from the 5th floor of the CHUS-Fleurimont, la Maison Caméléon and Le Phare Enfants et Familles for the support and the wonderful care provided to Nathaniel. In lieux of flowers, donations to Le Phare Enfants et Familles - 2725, avenue du Mont-Royal Est, Montréal (QC) H1Y 0A, La Maison Caméléon de l’Estrie, 4761, rue Gaspé, Sherbrooke (QC) J1N 2C7; The Canadian MPS Society, #218 - 2055 Commercial Drive, Vancouver (BC) V5N 0C7; The Isaac Foundation, 55291 County Rd, 30, Campbellford (ON) K0L 1L0; The Children’s Wish Foundation, 625, rue des Rocailles, bureau 200, Québec (QC) G2J 1A9; or any other charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

(1930 - 2018) Passed away suddenly but peacefully at the CHUS Fleurimont hospital on September 12th, 2018. Wife of the late Amos Green, Mildred leaves behind her daughter Norma Jean (Keith Chawkin) as well as many other family and friends. Mildred was predeceased by her sisters Mary Nutbrown McElreavy and Ethel Nutbrown Tweed. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday September 25th at 2pm at the Malvern Cemetery. Flowers may be sent to Cass Funeral Home at 3006 College Street, Sherbrooke.

(1920 - 2018) Passed Away peacefully at Grace Village, Huntingville on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at the age of 98. Fay Muriel Parsons beloved wife of the late Lyle Rand and dear mother of Royce and his wife, Sharon; Carol; Jim and his wife, Lea; Sylvia and her husband Allen. She will be missed by her grandchildren, Kevin, Karen, Pamela, Shelley, Lori, and Jeff, her great grandchildren Cody, Adam, Courtney, Jesse, Kelley, Lowell, Makeda, Aiden, Brody, Clara and Charlie. She was great, great grandmother to Ava, Bethany and Claire. Fay was the daughter of the late George Parsons and his wife, Nellie Lefebvre Parsons. She was predeceased by her eight siblings and their spouses. She will be missed by many nieces and nephews as well as friends in the community, and from afar. Visitation will take place at St. George’s Anglican Church, 84 Queen St. Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), on Tuesday October 9, 2018 from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. followed by the church service at 1:00 p.m. Reverend Canon Giuseppe Gagliano officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Maple Leaf Cemetery c/o Linda Fisk, 67 Rue Robert-Peel, Sherbrooke, QC J1M 1X5 or to a charity of your choice .

(1940 - 2018) Au CHUS Fleurimont, le 24 septembre 2018, entouré de tout l’amour des siens, est décédé monsieur Darcey Harrison, compagnon de madame Isobel Bake Laroche, fils de feu Douglas Harrison et de feu Glenna Hooker, époux de feu Patricia Winslow. Outre son épouse Isobel Bake Laroche, monsieur Harrison laisse dans le deuil ses enfants : Debbie (Lorne) et Dwayne (Karen) ses beaux enfants : Ricky (Robin), Randy (Tina) et Suzie (Hans) sans oublier ses petits-enfants Courtney, Brooke, Braedon, Taylor, Zackary, Sydney, Rachel, Lauren et Justin. Il était le frère de feu Deanna Harrison Lizotte. Il laisse également dans le deuil son beau-frère Jacques Lizotte, ses neveux Shane (Cheryl) et David (Caroline) ainsi que autres parents et amis. Les services funéraires pour familles et amis auront lieu au cimetière protestant de Bury sur la rue McIver vendredi le 28 septembre 2018 à 14h00 suivi d’une réception au centre communautaire Manège Militaire au 563, rue Main. La famille tient à remercier le personnel du CHUS pour les bons soins prodigués. En guise de sympathie, des dons à l’Association pulmonaire du Canada ou à une œuvre de charité de votre choix seraient appréciés.

At the CHUS Fleurimont, on September 24, 2018, surrounded by all the love of his family, passed away Mr. Darcey Harrison, companion of Mrs. Isobel Bake Laroche, son of the late Douglas Harrison and the late Glenna Hooker, husband of the late Patricia Winslow. Besides his wife Isobel Bake Laroche, Mr. Harrison is survived by his children: Debbie (Lorne) and Dwayne (Karen) his stepchildren: Ricky (Robin), Randy (Tina) and Suzie (Hans) not to mention his grandchildren Courtney , Brooke, Braedon, Taylor, Zackary, Sydney, Rachel, Lauren and Justin. He was the brother of the late Deanna Harrison Lizotte. He also leaves to mourn his brother-in-law Jacques Lizotte, his nephews Shane (Cheryl) and David (Caroline) as well as other relatives and friends. Funeral services for family and friends will be held at the Bury Protestant Cemetery on McIver Street on Friday September 28, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. followed by a reception at the Armory Military Community Center at 563 Main Street. The family would like to thank the CHUS staff for the good care provided. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Lung Association or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

(1933 - 2018) Passed away peacefully at the CHUS Fleurimont on October 1, 2018 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Lillian Fletcher and father of Terry (Cindy Beland) and Doyle. Loving Grandfather of Tyler, Jennifer and Carla-Rose. Visitation will take Place at Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St., Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), QC on Friday October 5, 2018 from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday October 6, 2018 from 10 to 11 a.m. followed by the Funeral service at 11 a.m. Interment in the Eaton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 100 – 2630, King West St., Sherbrooke, QC, J1J 2H1 would be appreciated.

(1932 - 2018) Joan passed away peacefully at the Hotel Dieu on October 1, 2018, at the age of 86. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Edward Mills and will be sadly missed by her children; Ken (Sue), Debbie (Jim Davidson), and beloved granddaughters Leah, Anna and Lydia. She will be resting at Cass Funeral Homes, 3006 College St., Sherbrooke. Visitations will be Thursday, October 4 from 7 to 9 p.m. and Friday, October 5, 2018, from 12 to 2 p.m. followed by memorial service. Pastor Walter Stairs officiating. Internment in the Elmwood Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, a memorial contributions to the Dr. W. J. Klinck Foundation, (Grace Village), 1515, rue Pleasant View, Sherbrooke, QC J1M 0C6 would be appreciated.

(1932 - 2018) Passed away peacefully at the Magog Hospital on October 3, 2018 at the age of 86. Mr. Barratt was the son of the late John William Barratt and the late Bessie Gambsy Locke. Mr. Barratt is predeceased by his sisters Mary (late Tom) Beattie, Jean (late Rupert) Hall and Dorothy McClymont. He was a dear uncle to Sharon Gillespie, Wenda (Tom) Bean, the late Wendell (Joyce) Beattie and the late Terry (Lynne) Beattie. He will be missed by many other relatives and friends. The family wishes to thank the caregivers of the Palliative care unit of the Magog Hospital for the excellent care given to Mr. Barratt.  A private ceremony will be held later.

(1929 - 2018) Passed away on Thursday October 4th 2018 in Sherbrooke at the age of 88, daughter to the late William and late Cecila Batley. Beloved wife of Durwood Dougherty, mother to Walter (Lise Cote) and Patricia (Al McIntosh) and grandmother to Justin (Stephanie), Jacob (Kim) and Chelsea. She is predeceased by her sister Phillis and her nephew Ken. She also leaves to mourn her niece Nadine, other friends and relatives. Visitation will be held at the St-Paul’s Anglican Church in Bury (588 Main St.) on Wednesday October 10th 2018 from 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. and on Thursday October 11th 2018 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. followed by the Funeral service at 2 p.m. Internment will take place at the Bury Protestant Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff at the CSSS Argyll for the great care given to Mrs Belva Dougherty. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Bury Protestant Cemetery.

(1924 - 2018) Passed away peacefully at the Wales Home, on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late William Paterson. Dear mother of Carol (late Chuck), Robert (Debbie), Shirley (Danny) and Don (Carole). Winnifred is survived by her sister Dora (late Clayton), Joyce (late Marc), her sister-in-law Eileen (late Steve), and predeceased by her sister Ollie (Joe). She was the loving grandmother of 11 grandchildren and great grandmother of 9. Visitation will take place at the Résidence funéraire Windsor (Cass Funeral Home), 310 St-Georges, Windsor, QC. on Monday, October 22nd, 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. and on Tuesday October 23rd from 10:00 to 11:00 A.m. followed by the funeral service at 11:00 A.M. Interment immediately following the service at the Windsor Protestant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wales Home Foundation or to the Windsor Protestant Cemetery would be greatly appreciated.

(1937 - 2018) Passed away at the CHUS Hôtel-Dieu on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at the age of 81. Loving son of the late Dorothy Price and the late Sternie Barber. Father of Shawn Barber (Jill) and grandfather of Mason and Leah. Malcolm leaves to mourn his brothers Ron Barber (Pattie) and Bruce Barber (the late Helen), along with his nieces, nephews other relatives and dear friends.   A graveside service will be held at the Malvern Cemetery on Friday, October 12, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 100-2630, King St. West, Sherbrooke, QC J1J 2H1, would be appreciated.

(1931 - 2018) Passed away peacefully at the CHUS Fleurimont, on October 8th, 2018, at the age of 87.  Beloved husband of Yvette (Bédard) and loving father of Arlene (Wayne Gallup), the late Steven (Francine Duperron), Richard, and Nancy (William Leeson). He leaves to mourn his 7 grandchildren, his 11 great grandchildren, his sisters Violet (the late John Leroux), Phyllis (the late Leslie Zoney), Annie (the late Jean-Claude Gagnon), and many good friends and relatives. He was predeceased by sisters Shirley (Willis Jones) and Barbara. A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

(1931 - 2018) Passed away surrounded by her family at the CHUS Fleurimont on October 19, 2018 at the age of 86. Loving wife of Richard Goodhue and dear mother of Steven (Ida), Dean and Kathy (Barry). Cherished grandmother of Amy, Jessica and Holly and great grandmother of Xavier and Lily. She is survived by her brother John Blodgett. Margaret also leaves to mourn many relatives and dear friends. Visitation will take place at the Lennoxville United Church, Queen St. Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), on Saturday November 3, 2018 from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. followed by the funeral service at 2:00 P.M. Interment at Sandhill Cemetery.

(1925 - 2018) Audrey passed away peacefully at the Hotel Dieu in her 94th year Tuesday, October 23, 2018. She leaves to mourn her children Cheryl-Ann, Ernest (Bonnie), her grandchildren Andrea, Jeffrey, Tamara, Philip and great-grandchildren Ashley, Chelsea, Avery, Violet, Grace, Liam, Ethan, and a sister Dorothy Bedard. The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to the staff on the 4th floor of the Hotel Dieu for the excellent care they provide to Audrey Smith-Porter. Audrey was laid to rest on Friday, October 26 at the Maple Grove Cemetery Melbourne.

(1939 - 2018) On Sunday, October 28th, Lillian Madelyn Rider, Lu to all family and friends, passed away peacefully after a brief illness.  Pre-deceased by her parents Hamilton Milford and Margaret (nee Fuller) and siblings Frederick Fuller (Jill), Martha Russell Chamberlain (Ken d.) and John Hamilton Fuller (Sandra). Lu was a loving sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great aunt, and friend!  Born in Sherbrooke, Quebec, on August 31st, 1939, her affinity with the Eastern Townships brought her to Bishop’s University in 1956, graduating in 1959 with her BA. Back to get her High School Teaching Certificate in 1960, a lifelong athlete, Lu participated in various sports and a number of University Clubs and became a loyal and dedicated fan of the Bishop’s Gaiters. In 1967 Lu decided on another path, enrolling in the McGill University Graduate School of Library Sciences and earned an MLS in 1969. For the next 26 years, she was a Reference Librarian at the McLennan Reference Library at McGill, active in the AMUL and served as its President.  In 1995 she retired to Lennoxville in the Eastern Townships, and in 1997 embarked on “her third career” volunteering as Archivist and past President of the Lennoxville-Ascot Historical & Museum Society at “Uplands”, the Georgian-style mansion that houses the museum and archives. She gloried in the Eastern Townships way of life and her many friends and neighbours!  So many of us will miss this amazing woman.  Godspeed Good Lady!!  A celebration of Lu’s life will take place at Uplands Spring 2019. Date and details to follow closer to the event.  With appreciation, donations in Lu’s memory can be made to Bishop’s University Library or Lennoxville-Ascot Historical & Museum Society Archives (at Uplands)

JOHNSON, Gordon (1941 - 2018) Gordon, of Ayer's Cliff, passed away peacefully in the palliative care unit of Magog Hospital, on Monday, November 5th, 2018 at the age of 77. He was predeceased by his parents Rose (Markovitch) and Lawrence Johnson as well as his brothers Howard and Robert. Also predeceased by his loving wife Sandra Hughes. Born in England, Gordon arrived in Canada on the Queen Mary at age 5 and grew up on the family farm in Hatley. He spent the majority of his life in Ayer's Cliff where he made his living as a truck driver. An avid hockey fan, he often ran the local hockey pool and thoroughly enjoyed morning debates over coffee, especially if discussing his beloved Maple Leafs. He coached hockey and won the midget provincial championship in 1972. He began running in 1977 and was a regular fixture on the local road racing scene. Over the years he ran 68 marathons, including the Boston Marathon 17 times. He was very active and often biked or hiked and also enjoyed practicing photography. His love of sports carried over to writing a sports column for The Stanstead Journal. He leaves to mourn his children Ronald, Sue-Anne (Randall Lynch), Paul (Cindy Keet) and Melissa (Roch Potvin). He was predeceased by his firstborn son Randall. He will be dearly missed by his grandchildren: Ryan & Danyl; Amber & Cameron; Griffin, Phoebe and Marina; as well as Rose. He will be missed by his stepchildren: Scott, Tricia (Neil McComb) and Terry (Liane Courtemanche) Smith and step grandchildren: Gabrielle, Julia, Tara; Tyler and Trevor; Brendan and Erika. He also leaves other relatives and many dear friends. Visitation will be held at the Cass funeral home, 900 Clough St, Ayer’s Cliff, QC, J0B 1C0, on Sunday, November 11, 2018 from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Monday, November 12, 2018 from 9 to 11 a.m., followed by a celebration of life. The family wishes to thank Dr. Castilloux, oncologist at the CHUS-Fleurimont, as well as the caregivers of the palliative care unit at the CSSS Memphremagog for the excellent care provided to Gordon. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer society, 5151 boul. de l’Assomption, Montréal, Québec, H1T 4A9, would be appreciated by the family.

Joan Shelby Gilbert passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by those she loved on November 4th, 2018 at the Maison Aube- Lumiere. She is the beloved wife of Chester Warren McComb and Loving mother to Cindy, Cheryl (John) Karen, Kristopher (Trudi). Her Grandaughters: Chloe, Kayla, Ashley,and Cierra. Grandsons: Taylor and Travis. She was born on January 31st, 1941 to Irene T. Evans and Shirley S. Gilbert in DudswellQC. Dear sister of Sylvia (William), Sharon, Linda, Steven (Gayle), Patricia, Jeffery. Visitation will take place at the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St. Sherbrooke (Lennoxville), on Friday, November 16, 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. and on Saturday, November 17th from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Interment will take place at the Ayer’s Cliff Protestant Cemetery immediately following. Rev Barbara Wintle officiating. The family wishes to give thanks to the staff and volunteers of the Maison Aube Lumiere, CHUS, Hotel Dieu as well as the support of family and friends. In Lieu of flowers, donations to The Maison Aube Lumiere, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

(1937 - 2018) Passed away peacefully at the CHUS Fleurimont, on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Phoebe Brazel. He leaves to mourn his nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A funeral service will be held at the St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Bury* , on Saturday November 17, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. followed by the burial at the Sand Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Sand Hill Cemetery would be appreciated. * Due to problems with the building, the Funeral service will not be held at St. Peter's Anglican Church in Cookshire at 10 a.m., but has instead been moved to St. Paul's Anglican Church in Bury at 10:30 a.m.

(1930 - 2018) Passed away in Sherbrooke on November 12th, 2018 in her 88th year. Dear wife of the late Élie Benoit, formally from Stanstead. She leaves to mourn her children: André (Maida), Claude (Louise), Jacques (Gisèle), Sylvie (Fernand) and Stéphane (Nathalie). She was predeceased by her daughter Johanne and her son Michel. She is survived by her sisters: Albertine (late Léopold Poudrier), Anita (late Eugene Staton); her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends The family wishes to thank Sylvie, Fernand, Stéphane and Nathalie for the wonderful care provided to their mother over the years. Visitation will be held at the Cass Funeral Home, 545, Dufferin, Stanstead, QC, on Friday, November 16th, 2018 from 2 - 4 p.m. and from 7 - 9 p.m. as well as on Saturday, November 17th, 2018 from 10 - 11 a.m. A celebration of life will follow at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 5151, boul. de l’Assomption, Montreal, Quebec, H1T 4A9, would be appreciated by the family.

(1921 - 2018) Passed away at the Perley & Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre in Ottawa on November 12, 2018. Wife of the late Clinton Smith. Predeceased by her brother Donald and sisters Marguerite (Douglas) Grapes and Melba (William) Horricks. Survived by her children Barry (Ruth), David (Marianne), Beverly (Russell), 6 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. Resting at the Cass Funeral Home, 15 Station St. Sawyerville, QC. Where visitation will be held on Monday, November 19, 2018. Family and friends may visit from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Funeral service will follow with Rev Mead Baldwin officiating. Internment in Eaton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sawyerville United Church, 42 Main St N, Sawyerville, QC, J0B 3A0 or Eaton Cemetery Association, P.O.Box 934, Cookshire-Eaton, QC, J0B 1M0.

(1972 - 2018) Au CHUS Hôtel-Dieu le 11 novembre 2018, à l’âge de 46 ans décédée madame Maryse Fontaine, fille de feu Normand Fontaine et de Liliane D’Anjou, demeurant à Sherbrooke. Une cérémonie intime aura lieu le samedi 24 novembre 2018 à 14h en l’Église Précieux-Sang (785 Rue Thibault, Sherbrooke). L’inhumation aura lieu au cimetière Notre-Dame-du-Rosaire à Sawyerville. Elle laisse dans le deuil sa mère Liliane Fontaine, ses frères et sœurs : Gérald, Roger, feu Julien, Mario, Denise, Claude, feu Daniel, Marcel, Sylvie; ainsi que d’autres parents et amis. La famille désire remercier Cathie Claveau ainsi que tout le personnel du Centre Notre-Dame-de-l’Enfant pour les bons soins prodigués à Maryse.

(1934-2018) Passed away peacefully at the CHUS Fleurimont, on November 14, 2018. Son of the late Charles Coburn and the late Ann Boeck. He leaves to mourn his wife Glenalma (Sue) Webb of 62 years, his children Keith (Karen) and Glenna (William) and also his grandchildren Curtis (Becky) and Corey. He also leaves to mourn his brother Douglas (Judy), sister Carol (the late Carlton Majury) and was predeceased by his sister Ruth (Rollie). Charles also leaves to mourn his nieces, nephews and friends. The month of November was a special time of year for Charles as he was an avid hunter. The family would like to thank the staff at the CHUS Fleurimont and The Wales Home for the loving and kind care. Burial will take place at a later date.

(1932 - 2018) Subitement à sa résidence, le 16 novembre 2018, est décédé M. Gilles Plouffe, à l’âge de 86 ans. Il demeurait à Stanstead. Il était l’époux de Mme Simonne Poitras et le fils de feu Rose-Annette Béliveau et de feu Louis Plouffe. La famille vous accueillera à la Résidence Funéraire Cass, 545, rue Dufferin, Stanstead, QC, J0B 3E0, le vendredi 23 novembre 2018 de 19h à 21 h ainsi que le jour des funérailles de 9 h jusqu’au départ du salon à 10 h 50. Les funérailles seront célébrées le samedi 24 novembre 2018 à 11 h en l’église Sacré-Cœur de Stanstead. Outre son épouse, M. Plouffe laisse dans le deuil ses enfants : Diane (Allen Bennett), Lise (Serge Pagé), Ginette (Yvon Chauvette), Joanne (Marc Bernier), Linda (André Galibert) et Marc (Gilles Collin); ses petits-enfants : Sylvie (Brian Brock), Melissa (Christopher Phillips), Nicolas (Nathalie Grenier), Yannick, Cynthia (Stéphane Bernier), Julie (Jody Chamberlain) et Maxime; ses arrière-petits-enfants : Kymberlee, Ludovyk, Bella, Brady, Leann, Brandon, Logan, Even, Tristan, Thierry, Malik, Mila, Emrik, Makayla et Britney; ses frères et sœurs : Estelle (feu Normand Martel), Jean-Paul (Andrée D’Arsigny), Gisèle (feu Johnny Lanahan), Adèle (Harold Powers) et Germaine (feu Marcel Boisvert). Il était le frère de feu Thérèse (feu Marcel Beauchemin), feu Jeanne d’Arc, feu Laurent, feu André et feu Laurier (Nicole Lavoie). Il laisse également ses beaux-frères et belles-sœurs : Lawrence (Rose-Mary), Rita (feu Georges Daley), Marcel (Janice) et Lucien (Ninette). Il était le beau-frère de feu Marielle, feu Jeannine, feu Lionel (Judy Rediker) et feu Claude. Il laisse plusieurs cousins, cousines, neveux, nièces, autres parents et amis. Vous pouvez exprimer vos sympathies à la famille en offrant des dons à la Fondation des Maladies du Cœur et de l’AVC, 100-2630, rue King Ouest, Sherbrooke, QC, J1J 2H1.

(1939-2018) À la maison Aube-Lumière, le 20 novembre 2018, à l’âge de 79 ans, est décédée madame Marielle Fontaine, épouse de monsieur Jean-Guy Couture, fille de feu madame Lucille Thibault (feu M. Armand Fontaine) et de feu monsieur Rosario Tanguay. Elle demeurait à Windsor. La famille recevra les condoléances, en présence des cendres, à l'Église Saint-Philippe, 63 Rue Saint-Georges, Windsor, QC J1S 2K5 le samedi 1 décembre 2018 de 9 h à 11 h. Le service religieux suivra à 11 h au même endroit. Les cendres seront déposées au Cimetière de Greenlay à une date ultérieure. Outre son époux, madame Fontaine laisse dans le deuil ses enfants: Patrick (Yolande), Guylaine, Nathalie (Lynda); ses petits-enfants: Marie-Ève, Patricia (Marc-André), Christine, Geneviève (Jean-François), Mélyssa (Alexandre); ses arrières petits-enfants: Mahalia, Micah, Enya, Elizabeth, Victoria. Elle était la sœur de feu Roméo (feu Georgette), Marcel, feu Luc, Gérard, Thérèse (feu Philippe), Jocelyn (Brenda), Grégoire (Marthe), Pierre, France (Jean) et la belle-sœur de Claude (feu Hélène et feu Thérèse)), feu Roger (feu Andrée), Suzanne (feu Renaud), Gérald (Claudette) et feu Doris (Jean-Paul). Elle laisse également dans le deuil de nombreux neveux, nièces, autres parents et amis. La famille tient à remercier le personnel des soins palliatifs du CHUS – Hôtel-Dieu, le personnel et les bénévoles de la Maison Aube-Lumière pour toutes les petites attentions et les excellents soins prodigués. Un remerciement spécial au Dre Chantal Doyon de la Maison Aube-Lumière pour son dévouement et sa compassion. En guise de sympathie, des dons à La Maison Aube-Lumière, 3071 12 ème Avenue Nord, Sherbrooke, QC J1H 5H3 seraient grandement appréciés.

(1938 - 2018) It is with heavy hearts that we, the Holmes family, announce the passing of our beloved JoAnne Juliette (Tulley) Holmes on November 20th, 2018 in her 80th year. She was the cherished wife of Stanley Lewis Holmes for 58 years and loving mother of Kelly (Tony), William, Stanley Jr., Robert and Erin (Scott); her grandchildren Sarina, Chelsey, Kallie, Trent, James, Samantha, Sherry-Lee, Chanelle, Shayla, Levi and Dawson; her great-grandchildren Brielle, Mycah, Oaklen, as well as Marvin Kullberg and Dylan Potvin. She also leaves to mourn her loving brother Louis Tulley, sister-in-law Mary-Jane Tulley (late Phillip Tulley) and her devoted niece Sarah Tulley, as well as her brother-in-law Robert (Eleanor), the late Michael, the late Errol (Muriel) and the many loving nieces and nephews from California and Ottawa. Her cousins Wendy, Lynn and John Little from the Tulley/Proulx family that still reside in Maine; and her Aunt Judy (Al) and cousin Pat Proulx (Sherry) here in Ayer’s Cliff. JoAnne left her home in Waterville, Maine in 1960 to share her life with Stanley on the Holmes family farm, where she lived until her passing.  Visitation will be held at Cass Funeral Home in Ayer’s Cliff, 900 Clough St, on Monday November 26th, 2018 from 7 – 9 p.m. and Tuesday, November 27th from 11 :30 a.m. to 12 :45 p.m., followed by a service at 1 p.m. at the St-Barthélemy church in Ayer’s Cliff.  If you wish to make a contribution on her behalf, please send it to the Dixville Home Foundation, 34 Rue Queen, Sherbrooke, QC J1M 1H9, a cause very dear to her heart.

(1923 - 2018) Nutbrown, Helen (March 28th, 1923 – November 24th, 2018) Passed away at the Hotel Dieu, Sherbrooke on Saturday, November 24, 2018. Helen (Taylor) Nutbrown of Lennoxville, age 95. Beloved wife of the late Ibrey Nutbrown. Loving mother of Judy Fannon (Bryan) of Anchorage, Alaska, Sallie Nutbrown (David) of Sherbrooke, Susan McKinnon (late Ray),of Spring City, Tennessee, Bill Nutbrown (Pat) of Petawawa, ON, Pam Nutbrown (Glen) of Oakville, ON, Cynthia Sparring (Dan) of Athens, ON, Mark Nutbrown (Cindy Mayes) Brockville, ON, Peter Nutbrown, (Tracey) Lyn, ON, and Victoria Nutbrown of Lennoxville. Cherished Nanny to 17 grandchildren, and soon to be 18 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her brothers Mac (Monique, late Anna), Russell (late Marion) and Ron (Lorna). Special aunt to Trudy McCleod (Mike) of Hatley and Nancy Kerwin-Taylor (Phil) of Ayers Cliff. Family and Friends will be received at the CASS FUNERAL HOME, 3006 College St., Sherbrooke (Lennoxville) on Friday, November 30, 2018 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm and 7:00 pm-9:00 pm. Funeral service on Saturday December 1, 2018, 11:00 am at the Church of the Advent, 473 Rue Bowen S, Sherbrooke, followed by Interment at Massawippi Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Diabetes Canada would be appreciated by the family.

(1955 - 2018) It is with regret that we announce the sudden passing of Terry Boomhower Sr. on November 26th, 2018 at the age of 63. He was the loving husband of Janet Brown, living in Way’s Mills. He was a dear father to Paul, Richard, the late Michael, Neil, Patrick, George, Mack and Terry Jr. He will be dearly missed by his 9 grandchildren, his brothers and sisters: Ralph, Jimmy, Doris, Alice, Harry as well as his half-sister Violet and half-brother Francis. He was a brother of the late Roy. He will also be missed by many cousins, nephews, nieces, extended family and dear friends. Visitation will take place at the Christ Church, 550, Dufferin, Stanstead, QC, J0B 3E0, on Saturday, December 1st, 2018 from 9 – 11 a.m. followed by a celebration of life at 11 a.m. The family wishes to thank all the emergency and hospital personnel for their compassion. As well from his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Diabetes Estrie, 600 Rue Woodward, Sherbrooke, QC J1G 1W3, or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 100-2630, King Ouest, Sherbrooke, QC, J1J 2H1, would be greatly appreciated by the family.

(July 15, 1936 - Nov. 27, 2018) It is with great sadness that the family of Elmer Andrews announce the sudden passing of one so dear to us. He leaves to mourn his wife of 56 years, Sheila Coates Andrews; son Dwight (Gina); daughter Lorraine; grandchildren Melissa & Heather Major, Isaac & Amanda Andrews; brothers Lionel (Claudette), James (Georgie); sister Peggy (Yvon), nephews, nieces and many friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Irving & Mildred (Gorham) Andrews; brother Morris; sister Mary.               Visitation at the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St., Sherbrooke (Lennoxville) on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018 from 12 to 2 PM Funeral service at 2 PM followed by internment at the Grace United Cemetery, Brookbury, Rte. 255 (Chemin Joyce) between Bury & Bishopton. Please, no flowers. If you wish donations can be made to Grace Village, 1515 Pleasant View, Sherbrooke, QC J1M 0C6 or Hope Community Church, 102 Queen St., Sherbrooke, QC, J1M 1J6 or charity of your choice.

(1931 - 2018) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Eileen Thelma Littlejohn Drew on Tuesday November 27, 2018 in her 88th year. Daughter of the late Lionel “Laddie” Littlejohn and Marjorie (Woodward) Littlejohn.  Loving wife of Donald Drew for 65 years, dear mother of Craig (Kathy) and Chris (Melissa) and loving grandmother to Cordell, Courtney, Brynne, Annakah, Caiden and Lochlann. She will also be missed greatly by many good friends and family members. Visitation will be held at the Cass Funeral Home in Lennoxville on Friday December 7th from 5 pm to 8 pm and at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Lennoxville on Saturday December 8th from 1 pm to 2 pm with ceremony to follow at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that donations be made to the palliative care unit at the Hotel-Dieu or the Dr. W. J. Klink Foundation (Grace Village).

(1938 - 2018) Passed away at the CHUS Hotel-Dieu, Sherbrooke, on Saturday November 24, 2018. Knight George son of the late Lyford Goerge and the late Vera Harling. Survived by his children Allen, Vanessa and Kevin and his grandchildren Kylie and Kieran. Visitation will take place at Saint-Clément Catholic Church Basement, 73 rue Principale, Bishopton on Sunday December 2, 2018 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. followed by a Graveside Service at the lakeside Cemetery, Bishopton at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donation to the Pope Memorial Elementary School, 523 Stokes St., Bury, QC, J0B 1J0. The family would like to thank the East-Angus Ambulance Team and the staff of the CHUS Hôtel-Dieu for their care.

(1930 - 2018) Passed away at the CSSS Memphrémagog, on November 29th, 2018 at the age of 88, originally from Stanstead. He was the son of the late Vézina Dubé and the late Alma Benoit. He leaves to mourn his children : Suzanne, Francine (André), Annette (Daniel), Diane, Hélène, Daniel, Patrick; his grandchildren: Stéphanie, Élizabeth, Johanne, Pierre-Luc, Frédérick, Luc, Charles, Diana, Priscilla, Gabrielle, Roxanne, Sarah; his great-grandchildren : Mea May, Marjorie, Lucas, Carolanne, Anaïs, Raphael, Nirko, Opal, Daphnée and Shaina as well as the mother of his children Thérèse Larocque. He was a brother to the late Ovila, late Oliva (late Germaine), Présilla (late Wilfrid), Vénorica (late Wilfrid), late Honoré (Lucille), André (Blandine), Raymond (Solange), Aurore (late Gérald), Rose (late Germain), Normand (Thérèse), Richard (late Rose), Dollard (late Marjolaine) and Thérèse (Léo). He also leaves many cousins, other relatives and friends. Visitation will take place the Sacré-Cœur Church, 645, Dufferin, Stanstead, QC, on Friday, December 7th, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. A funeral service will follow at the Sacré-Cœur Church. The family wishes to thank the caregiver from the 4th floor of the CHSLD Magog for the wonderful care provided to Mr Dubé. A very special thank you to the Sisters from the Ursulines: late Sister Eva, late Sister Virginie, and Sister Cécilia Lessard as well as the “Comité de l’Espoir” of Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré.

(1926 - 2018) Passed away peacefully at the Foyer Richmond, on Thursday November 29, 2018 in his 93rd year, Bertram Edwin (Bert), loving husband of the late Chris, proud father of Rhoda(Dan), Brenda and the late Grayson. Cherished Grandma of Daryl(Venessa), Kelly, Alex(Myriam), and doting Great-Grandpa (GG) of Connor Grayson. Predeceased by his parents Edwin and May Blake, siblings Marvy and infant Grayson. He will be mourned by numerous nieces and nephews and many friends. Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 4th at Cass Funeral Home, 295 Principale S, Richmond from 6 to 8 pm, and on Wednesday, December 5th from 1 to 2 pm followed by the funeral service at the Funeral Home at 2pm. Interment to follow at St. Andrew's Cemetery, Upper Melbourne. A light lunch will be served at St. Andrew's Church Hall afterwards. In lieu of flowers those that wish, may make a donation to a charity of their choice.

(1927 - 2018) Passed away at Grace Village on November 27, 2018 at the age of 91. Wife of the late Albert Williams and mother of Beverley. Grandmother of Geoffrey, Scott (Laura) and great grandmother of Hudson. Visitation will take place at the Cass Funeral Home, 3006 College St. Sherbrooke (Lennoxville) on Friday May 17, 2019 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 3:00 with Rev. Mead Baldwin officiating. Donations to the Dr. W. J. Klinck Foundation, 1515 rue Pleasant View, Sherbrooke, Quebec J1M 0C6 would be greatly appreciated.

, age 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 5, 2018, at Hotel Dieu Hospital in Sherbrooke, Quebec. She was born February 18, 1931, in Glasgow, Scotland, to Ellen (Lowe) and John Fleming. She received her teacher training in Glasgow, Scotland where she taught for several years prior to immigrating to Montreal, Canada, where she met and later married Frank Boushel in August, 1955. Her elementary teaching career spanned three decades and included contracts at St. Malachy’s Elementary School in Montreal, Marymount Elementary in Sherbrooke, and various Catholic High Schools in Toronto where she worked as a religion teacher. After moving to Toronto in the early 1980’s she worked as a volunteer for the Catholic New Times Newspaper, and later moved to Peterborough to take up a post as a pastoral animator at St. Alphonsus Church.  Mother, teacher, traveler, and spiritual explorer, Myra, as she was affectionately known by her friends and family, embraced life with a passion and vigour that left a profound mark on everyone she encountered. Her greatest passions were her children, friends, music, gardening and reading.  She leaves behind her six children Kevin Boushel, Francis Boushel, Anne-Marie Boushel, Robert Boushel, Siobhan Boushel, and Sean Boushel, 12 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, along with 8 nieces and nephews.  Many thanks to the wonderful caregivers and health professionals at the Wales Home, and Hotel Dieu Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wales Home, 506 Route 243 N. Cleveland, QC J0B2H0.  Note of change: A funeral service will take place at St. Patrick’s Church (20 Gordon St. Sherbrooke) on May 3, 2019 at 2:00 p.m., with visitation one hour prior to the service.