Obituaries
BOUTILIER, Sheila Ann, 67, St. Mary’s River, Guysborough County who passed away at home on Sunday, June 8, 2025. Born in Springhill, she was a daughter of the late Ernest and Emma (Waugh) MacIntosh. Sheila worked for 20 years at Bickerton Industries and was our Dad’s co-pilot delivering the Halifax Herald newspaper. Sheila is survived by her brother, Kenneth MacIntosh, Tatamagouche; stepchildren, Sue (Tom) LeBlanc, Dartmouth; Tim (Cristina) Boutilier, Grand Prairie, Alberta; Sheana (Chris) MacDonald, Calgary, Alberta; she enjoyed her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Daniel; her special friend and sister-in-law, Diane Benson. In keeping with Sheila’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Interment will be in St. Mary’s River Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to St. Mary’s River Cemetery Fund. A very special thank you to Ritchie and Kelly Burns for their friendship, kindness and many travel adventures. Online condolences may be made at www.gwgiffin.com.
Broussard, Alexander Hubert, 84, of Lower South River, formerly of Pomquet, Antigonish County, passed away suddenly on June 14, 2025.
Born in Antigonish, he was the son of the late Aloysius and Mary (Deon) Broussard.
Alex worked for CN Rail for more than 38 years. He was a kind, compassionate, giving man who loved everyone, especially his nieces, nephews and their children. He was full of life, enjoyed antique cars, loved to play guitar, was a HUGE Montreal Canadiens’ fan, and took in all the Antigonish Bulldog games.
He is survived by his sister, Margaret (Francis) Brow; brothers: Louis (Mildred), Tom (Evelyn) and Arthur (Lorraine), all of Pomquet; and Johnny, Pugwash. Alex will be greatly missed by his nieces and nephews, especially, Mary MacLean, whom he had resided for the past 11 years. Mary will miss their many trips to town, hockey games and beyond. He was her sidekick, and she was his support.
He is predeceased by brothers: Joe, Clarence, Frank, James; sisters, Marie and Hattie.
Cremation has taken place. Funeral Mass will be in Ste. Croix Church, Pomquet on Friday, July 11, 2025, at 11 a.m., with Father Dennis Lamey presiding. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
The family thanks Alex’s family doctor, Dr. Eckhart, whom he thought was the best doctor there is, and Lena MacDonald for the exceptional care they provided to Alex.
Donations in memory of Alex may be made to Ste. Croix Parish.
Online condolences: www.clcurry.com.
Dort, Laura Mae – With heavy hearts and profound love, we share the passing of Laura Mae Dort, who left us on June 14, just a few days after her 70th birthday.
Born in Sydney, Nova Scotia, Laura grew up in the close-knit community of Tracadie before settling in Guysborough, where she spent most of her life. She began her professional journey as a secretary, and later dedicated 24 years of devoted service as a custodian for the Municipality of the District of Guysborough. Her work ethic was matched only by the brightness of her spirit—Laura had the biggest smile that could light up any room.
Laura is predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Josephine (Myette) Benoit; her devoted husband, David Dort, who has been patiently waiting to welcome her with open arms.
Laura’s kindness and love touched everyone she met. She leaves behind her treasured daughter, Julie, Bangkok, Thailand; her beloved stepchildren, Carrie (Stephen), Irvine, California; and Phillip (Sarah), Edmonton, Alberta; and her cherished brother, Carroll Benoit (Karen), Tracadie. Laura was a proud grandmother to six grandchildren—Max, Alex, Parker, Paige, Penny, and Eli—who brought her immense joy. She will also be deeply missed by her nephew, Chad Benoit, and niece, Jana Sugg.
Laura shared a special bond with her long-time friends Rosie Glenn, Heather Fitzpatrick, and fellow Golden Girl, Jennie MacPherson, whose friendships brought laughter, adventure, and unwavering support throughout the years.
The family expresses its heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful staff of St. Martha’s Regional Hospital for the love and care shown to Mom over the years. A very special thank you goes to The RK MacDonald Nursing Home, which Mom called home for the last two years. Miles, Cathy, Allyson, Sheila, Terry and all the staff’s kindness, warmth, and compassion provided her with a safe and loving place, welcoming not only Mom, but also her family with open arms.
Laura’s legacy lives on through the love she poured into her family, friends, and community. She will be remembered for her kindness, her radiant smile, and the grace with which she lived her life ... and for a nice cold can of pop, which she managed to find just about anywhere! Mom was one of a kind and her absence will be felt by all those who had the privilege of knowing her!
A celebration of Laura’s life will be held on Friday, June 20, at 11:15 a.m. in the main dining room of the RK MacDonald Nursing Home. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to St. Martha’s Regional Hospital or The RK MacDonald Nursing Home. Online condolences: www.clcurry.com
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Inez Marie Forbes on June 13, 2025, after a brief courageous battle with cancer. Inez was the daughter of the late James Victor Forbes and Louise Marie (Couture) Forbes.
Inez was born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, and moved with her family to Port Hawkesbury at nine years of age. Completing her high school education as a member of the first graduating class of SAERC, Port Hawkesbury, Inez went on to complete a Diploma in Business Administration at Dartmouth Vocational School. Inez had a long and successful career in advertising. From early days with the Scotia Sun, The Inverness Oran, The Casket and most recently moving into radio with 98.9 XFM in Antigonish, Inez brought her talent, work ethic, professionalism, friendship and vast network to each position she held. Inez was a tireless worker and always had energy for extra work and enjoyed her time at Hawthorne Convenience with Ekaterina.
Inez gave back with her volunteer time with the Newspaper Atlantic Board of Directors and as President of the Antigonish Chamber of Commerce. In 2010, she was proud to be among recipients of The Silver Quill Award.
Inez was predeceased by her parents, Jim and Louise Forbes; granddaughter, Blake; and dear friend, Cheryl Jardine. Left to mourn Inez are her loving partner, Clarence Pelley, who never left her side; his children, Colleen, Tyler and Nathaniel; and their beloved companion, Izzy; brother, Jim Forbes, Edmonton; twin sister, Ina Forbes (Johnny) Troy; daughter, Kate Ste. Marie (Jeremy) Alberta; son, Bradley MacNeil (April), North Lake Ainslie; and her grandchildren, Carter and Jace Ste. Marie, Harlow and Knox MacNeil, and their mother, Sasha.
She will be deeply missed by her many friends who have enjoyed her loyal and unconditional friendship. Generous to everyone, she always looked for a way to fill every need, thinking first of those she loved. She demonstrated strength, courage and resilience throughout her life and during her illness. As a woman of infinite talent, Inez humbly gained the respect of her peers with her many accomplishments in a challenging career.
We thanks Dr. Simms, the palliative care team at St. Martha Hospital, and all those who cared for Inez during her illness. Cremation has taken place. A service for Inez Marie Forbes will be announced once arrangements are finalized. Donations may be made to the St. Martha’s Regional Hospital palliative care or the Canadian Cancer Society.
In loving memory of Howard Greencorn of Canso.
Born and raised in Canso, Howard was loved and will be deeply missed by his wife, Emily Marie Ismond; daughters, Della Fitzpatrick (Frank) and four grandchildren; Mary Greencorn (Manfred) and one grandchild; Shirley Greencorn (Dave) and four grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; stepchildren, Mary Christina Harding, Aleta DeLorey, Bonny DeLorey, Timothy Delorey (Nancy), Drew DeLorey; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Howard was predeceeased by his son, Laurie Greencorn, on May 14, 2022; and his daughter, Leona Greencorn, on December 15, 2024. Howard was also predeceased by his stepson, Anthony DeLorey, on June 13, 2013.
Howard served in the Royal Canadian Ordinance Core from 1950-1953.
While Howard was married to his first wife, Shirley, he worked as a cook on a fishing trawler out of Canso. Later, Howard worked at the meal plant for Canso Fish. He was involved in a workplace explosion and was burned, but her survived. Howard went on to build and own a grocery store. He later ran a taxi service in Canso. He and Emily bought and remodelled many homes together. Howard’s wit and stories will be missed by those who loved him.
Howard moved into Vimy Court in Truro for his final days. Words cannot express the family’s gratitude for the kindness and compassion shown by all staff.
Howard has requested to be cremated with no funeral service. His ashes will be placed by family at a later date.
Hayne, Mary Sarah “Marie”, 87, of Country Harbour, died June 6, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on January 4, 1938, in Antigonish to the late Edward and Katherine Rogers. She married Ralph Hayne in 1961. They had three children, Lynda, Harris and Lisa. She will be remembered by her grandchildren as making the best chocolate chip cookies and filling our plates with delicious home cooked meals. She enjoyed using her Firestick to find the movies her brother, Jimmy, recommended during their daily phone conversations. She loved spending time with her sister, Anne, who she shared a close relationship with. She valued family and took pride in making sure that her loved ones had what they needed. She lived a simple life surrounded by friends and family and she will be missed dearly. She is survived by her daughters, Lynda Hayne, Lisa (Ricky) McGrath; son, Harris (Stacey) Hayne; grandchildren, Bailey Hayne (Ryan), Morgan McGrath (Vincent), Lloyd McGrath, Taylor Hayne, Melissa Sherran, Courtenay and Marina Courtenay; brother, Jimmy (Jessie) Rogers. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Ralph Hayne; brothers, Frederick “Freddy” and Thomas “Tommy” Rogers, and sister, Anne MacDonald. The family sincerely thanks the Guysborough County Continuing Care VON, with special gratitude to Dr. Rice and Valerie Pettipas from palliative care, for their unwavering commitment and compassionate support during her final days. Memorial donations may be made to the Red Cross or the Canadian Cancer Society. In keeping with Marie’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Online condolences may be made at www.gwgiffin.com.
It is with great sadness that the family of William Lee Wong announces his sudden passing at home on June 6, 2025, at the age of 92.
Born on August 28, 1932 in Antigonish, Will was the beloved son of the late George and Molly Wong. A proud son of Antigonish, Will built a life rooted in family, community, and a passion for the outdoors.
Will was a well-known entrepreneur in the region, having owned and operated Braeloch Sports, a popular sporting goods store, and continued the legacy of Wong’s Family Restaurant and Orient Lounge - a beloved gathering place for generations that was originally opened by his parents. His strong work ethic, warm hospitality, and incredible cooking made a lasting impression on countless patrons and friends.
He was deeply involved in the outdoor community as a long-time and active member of Ducks Unlimited, and he proudly represented Nova Scotia in trap and skeet competitions across Canada and the United States. An avid outdoorsman, Will enjoyed deer hunting in his earlier years, eventually developing a lifelong love of duck and goose hunting. He also found peace and joy in fishing across the province in the ocean, lakes and rivers.
Will had a lifelong love of sports, particularly hockey and baseball. He played both in his youth and remained a passionate supporter throughout his life, cheering on the Montreal Canadiens and the Toronto Blue Jays without fail. He was also a committed supporter of local hockey, and he was often found in the stands eagerly cheering on the St. Francis Xavier and Bulldog hockey teams.
To those who knew him, Will was a legend. He was kind-hearted, generous, and deeply sociable, the kind of man who would welcome anyone into his home for a meal and make sure they left smiling. His sharp wit made him the life of every gathering, and his culinary talents were unmatched. He generously shared his knowledge and recipes with anyone who asked.
In retirement, Will found tranquility along the shores of Arisaig, where he enjoyed watching the boats come and go from the wharf and spending quiet, meaningful moments with family. Above all else, he was immensely proud of his family. Though never one to fuss, his grandchildren were naturally drawn to his calm and kind presence and held a special place in his heart.
Will was predeceased by his parents; his son, Derek (Beth); and siblings Sam, Jenny, Henry, Raymond, Edward, and Junior.
He is survived by his loving wife, Marsha; children, Lee (Charlotte), Neil (Julia), and Ray (Carolynn). He will be dearly missed by his grandchildren: Jasmine, Noah, Jude, Maisie, Avery, Harrison, Liam, and Sebastian; his siblings Mary Rose, Patsy, and Gary; and many nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends.
A celebration of Will’s life will be held at the Arisiag Community Centre on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 2-5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to a charity of choice.
Will’s legacy of kindness, generosity, laughter, and love will live on in all who had the honour of knowing him.
Online condolences: www.clcurry.com.
