MATTHEWS, Donald Clyde -- Dartmouth
Published: April 22, 2022
Age 92 of Dartmouth passed away April 20, 2022, in Dartmouth General Hospital. He was the son of the late James and Jessie (Beauchamp) Matthews. Don is survived by sister, Myrtle; and his loving children, Donnie (Deb), David (Pam), Danny (Linda), Darrell (Lynn) Darren (Tammy) and Jill (Marcel); 11 grandchildren, Breagh, Leanne, Erin, Jessie, Ben, Courtney, Carly, Kyle, Kaila, Kristi and Drae; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews who all loved him dearly. He was predeceased by the love of his life, June, who he shared 62 incredible years with; sisters, Violet, Julie, Ethel, and Inez; brothers, Cyril, Ambrose, Albert and Clifford.

Don was born in Burgeo, N.L., he left to join the military when he was 18 and spent five years in the air force. Don often talked about crossing the Atlantic on the Queen's coronation day and how they were unable to land in England due to the declared no fly zone. Following his military career Don joined the DND fire dept where he retired with the rank of Captain after 35 years.

June and Don made their life in Dartmouth where his exceptionally close-knit family all live today. His love of music lasted his entire life, and he played his accordion in a band called The Newfie Screech. He loved playing cards but one of his most passionate hobbies was salmon fishing in Newfoundland and hunting various game. He loved camping and picking berries which he turned into delicious jams.

Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held 6-8 p.m. Sunday, April 24th in Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth were a funeral service will be held on Monday, April 25th, at 2pm, with a reception to follow. The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses of Dartmouth General Hospital for the compassionate care they provided. Online condolences may be made by visiting: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com (Dartmouth Chapel)

SLADE, Malcolm "Cyril" -- Halifax
Published: April 20, 2022
Age 87, of Fairview, passed away peacefully in the Halifax Infirmary, QEII, on April 13, 2022 after a long courageous battle with cancer. Born in St. Anthony, N.L., on April 10, 1935 to John and Laura Slade (Ball). He went fishing with his father in his teens, joined the Navy, and received his training in Cornwallis. Later he received an honourable discharge. He stayed in Fairview, where he met his wife Kitty Boutilier at a Fairview Legion dance and they were married in 1957. They had two children, Harold "Butch" Slade and Laura "Susan" Slade. Butch married and had two daughters, Laura and Heather. Cyril had a very special love for his granddaughters.

He worked for Hamilton Biscuits, and was a property Assessor for Dartmouth when he retired. He then joined the Commissionaires and worked on the bridges. Cyril could fix or build anything. He built a lot of the furniture in their home. He joined Fairview Legion Branch 142 in 1957, and was a Life member with 65 years service, served on the Executive, was Hall and Bingo chairman, and worked on the Poppy campaign and the turkey shoot. Cyril played darts and pool, but his passion was crib. In 2015 his team went to Alberta and they took First Place and he took First Place in the singles. He loved to go home to St. Anthony and go fishing and hunting with his brothers.

Cyril is survived by his wife of 64 years, Catherine "Kitty" (Boutilier); son, Butch (Sherry Filmore) Slade, Kentville; daughter, Susan Slade, Halifax; granddaughters, Laura Slade (Ben King), Halifax; Heather Slade (Megan Muise), Halifax; special friend, Pam Murphy, Halifax; brothers-in-law, Murray (Ann) Boutilier, Halifax; Ron (Susan) Boutilier, Lower Sackville; nephews, Paul Boutilier, Lower Sackville; Stephen (Terri) Boutilier and family, Lower Sackville; many nieces and nephews; sisters, Maude (Jim) Delaney, St. John's, N.L.; Jessie (Bruce) Rye, British Columbia; Joyce Cull, St. Anthony; Phyllis (Neil) Ireland, St. Anthony; sister-in-law, Mary Slade, St. Anthony; brothers, Frank Slade, St. Anthony; Norm (Dorothy), St. John's. He was predeceased by sister, Marg (Bob) Rickets (of Gardner, Maine); brothers, Raymond Slade (St. Anthony); Eric (Ellen) Slade (Gambo, N.L.); Glen Slade (St. Anthony); brother-in-law, Ron Cull (St. Anthony); and sister-in-law, Clair Slade (St. Anthony). Cyril will be missed by all his friends and family.

Cremation has taken place. Donations in his memory may be made to Fairview Legion Veterans Poppy Fund. There will be a Celebration of Life service held in Fairview Legion Branch 142 on April 30th, with a Legion Service at 2 p.m. To place online condolences, please visit: www.coleharbourfuneral.com

SMITH, Elizabeth Bridget "Bette" -- Antigonish
Published: April 18, 2022
Elizabeth "Bette" Bridget Smith, of R.K. MacDonald Guest Home, age 91, died peacefully on April 15, 2022 in Saint Martha's Hospital Palliative Care Unit with family at her side. Bette, one of three girls, was born in Harbour Breton, N.L. on November 19,1930; she was very proud of her Newfoundland heritage. At the early age of five she lost her father and two uncles when the fishing schooner "Alsatian'' sank off the Grand Banks. Following that tragedy, her mother moved her and her sisters to Antigonish.

She is survived by her husband, Glennie, the "love of her life" for 66 years; daughter, Sharon (Paul), Malignant Cove; sons, Glen (Lita), Lawrencetown, Halifax Co.; Shaun (Cheryl), Antigonish; Darren (Charmaine), Newfoundland; Kevin, Calgary; Jeff (Crystal) Antigonish; 11 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Remembered fondly by her nieces, Glenda Martin Gerrow, Ethel Martin and Rita Martin of Cape Breton; and her nephews, Tommy Martin of New Glasgow; and Dennis Fear of Calgary. Predeceased by her parents, Arthur James Martin and Mary Agnes Martin; her sisters, Rita Martin and Mary Fear; brother, Tom Martin; nephews, Johnny Martin and Gerard Martin; stepbrothers, Bobby MacNeil and Francis MacNeil; and sister-in-law, Theresa Martin; inlaws, Alex and Catherine Smith; brother-in-law, Father Buddy Smith; sister-in-law, Barb Smith.

Bette was always stylish and elegant, and took great care with her appearance. Even in her final weeks she was making plans for hair and nail appointments, and would never face the day without a coordinated outfit and full makeup. She and Glennie graciously welcomed many into their home over the years. Whether for a short visit or extended stay, every person who entered their home would have fond memories of their hospitality. Their home was a gathering place for friends and family, and their grandchildren and great-grandchildren will have special memories of their visits with Grammy and Grampy. She stayed closely connected to her family with regular Facetime chats. Many were impressed by how she embraced technology late in life and her eagerness to learn something new.

Bette was a hard worker, raising six children while working outside the home. She worked for Drs. Greening and Saxon, then moved on to work for Drs. Smith and Mackenna. Later in life she worked at Antigonish Optical where she enjoyed meeting people and helping clients with their needs.

Visitation will take place in MacIsaac Funeral Home, 61 Pleasant St., Antigonish, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today, Monday, April 18th. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 19th in St. Ninian's Cathedral with Rev. Dan MacLennan presiding. Burial in the parish cemetery will take place at a later date. Attendees are requested to wear face masks and be fully vaccinated. Family flowers only. Donations in Bette's memory can be made to the IWK Health Centre Foundation at www.iwkfoundation.org   www.MacIsaacs.ca

WINSOR, Fred Archibald -- St. John's, N.L.
Published: April 16, 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Fred Winsor, after a long and courageous battle. The loving son of Fred and Anne (Hillier) Winsor, he was born April 3, 1950 in St. John's, N.L. and passed away April 6, 2022. Survived by devoted wife, Karen Webber and cherished son, Haakon; sisters-in-law, Peg (John-deceased) Webber, Jan Nelson; nephews, Scott (Stacey) and Jamie; cousins, Judy (Dave), Maureen (Doug), Andrea (Ron), Edna (Tim), Miriam (Jim), Allan, Jacqueline, Gloria (Bob), Maxine, Jeannette, Vi (Fred), Leslie (Sandy), Margaret and Elizabeth plus many cousins throughout the United States. He is remembered by long-standing friends, Peyton Chisholm, and Kevin and Stuart Squires of Cape Breton.

Born and raised in St. John's, Fred attended Curtis Academy then Prince of Wales Collegiate becoming a community organizer in the Mundy Pond area during his early Memorial university days. The thread of community activism characterized his varied achievements of which the following are only a few. He worked with the Company of Young Canadians in Ontario, Newfoundland and Nova Scotia. In Canso, prior to the 200 mile limit for foreign fishing vessels, he was an early proponent for a 50 mile limit to protect the inshore fishery from all other fishers, and later was proud of his efforts in laying the groundwork for a Cape Breton local within the Maritime Fishermen's Union. While in Nova Scotia he was instrumental in building cooperative housing in Halifax and working with the NDP. Fred's work as a fisheries observer sparked his return to university, and he earned an MA at St. Mary's University and a PhD in History in 1996 at Memorial University with a focus on health and safety in the fishing industry. He continued his involvement in fisheries and environmental issues with groups such as FLOW, NLEN, Action Environment and the Sandy Pond Alliance. As the Atlantic Chair of the Sierra Club Canada he advocated for a science based sustainable fishery and green energy production. He ran for public office to bring critical issues to the forefront.

Finally, he loved dancing and during the winter, he revered his weekly game of shinny hockey. Fred will be missed by a large circle of friends in both Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, and in particular around one table at The Ship Pub, where for years he met to share stories with his friends. We will all miss his kindness, his love of storytelling, and his sense of humour. Special thanks to Dr. Butler and Trena Snook, NP of the Home Dementia Team and Dr. Jat and the staff of the GPAU at the Waterford Hospital who cared for Fred with knowledge and compassion. To those who walked with him, watched movies with him, chatted over coffee, or invited him for a weekly meal you are forever in our hearts.

There will be no visitation due to the pandemic. A celebration of Fred's life will be held in early July. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Alzheimer's Society in your area or to a charity of one's choice. To send a message of condolence, please visit: www.barretts.ca