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Robert Athol Baker
December 5, 1925 - October 21, 2024
It is with sadness, the family of Robert Athol Baker, announce his passing which occurred with his loving children by his side at the Souris Hospital on Monday, October 21, 2024. Born on December 5, 1925, he was in his 99th year of Lakeville, PEI. Robert is predeceased by his beloved wife of 67 years, Aletha (nee Bruce), and will always be remembered as a most loving and caring father to Roberta, Carolyn, and Sheila Poole (Michael). He will also be deeply missed by his grandchildren Melissa Hembruff (Shawn), Christopher MacLaren, Lukas Poole (Lindsey) and Cassandra Poole (Dylan) and great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Quinton, Zachary, and Tahlia. In addition, he is survived by his dear sister Jean Mosher, and sisters-in-law Anita Baker and Marie Roman. Predeceased by his parents William and Gladys Baker, infant son David, and brothers Irving (Mabel), Lyman and brother-in-law Ray Mosher. Robert was a faithful member of the South Lake Christian Church, and the Eastern Kings Community Seniors Club. He loved trout fishing, bowling, wood working and enjoyed travelling, but most of all, he loved time spent with family and friends. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home where visiting hours will take place on Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 2:00pm-5:00pm. A funeral service will be held in the Kingsboro Baptist Church on Monday, October 28, 2024, at 2:00pm with interment to follow in the South Lake Christian Church Cemetery. If so desired, donations in memory of Robert can be made to the Eastern Kings Health Foundation (Souris Hospital) or the South Lake Cemetery Fund.
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Joseph Wilfred Steele
October 22, 1956 - October 21, 2024
It is with much sadness that the family of Joseph “Wilfred” Steele announce his sudden, but peaceful passing at his residence in Goose River on Monday, October 21st, 2024, one day before his 68th birthday. Wilfred will be forever loved by his wife of 31 years, Melinda (nee Noel). He is remembered as a loving father to Anita and Aaron, and a doting grandfather, “Pop,” to Malcolm. He is survived by his siblings Theresa (Bill) Lewis, Gerard (Muriel), and Mary, as well as numerous nephews and nieces, grandnephews, and grandnieces. Wilfred is also survived by his mother-in-law Maddie (Joe) Saunders, and brothers-in-law Roland (Wanda) and John (Debbie) Noel. He was predeceased by baby Emma, parents Ambrose and Effie (MacKinnon), and father-in-law Allison Noel. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home where visiting hours will take place at the Dr. Roddie Community Centre in St. Peter’s Bay on Thursday, October 24, 2024, from 5-8pm. A funeral Mass will be held in the St. Peter’s Bay Roman Catholic Church, St. Peters, on Friday, October 25, 2024, at 11:00am with interment to follow in the parish cemetery. If so desired, donations in memory of Wilfred can be made to the St Peter’s Group of Alcoholics Anonymous or the St. Peter’s and Area Food Bank. Please click on the link below to watch the Funeral Mass for Mr. Wilfred Steele: https://youtu.be/SQpuK3JFjGE
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Brian Joseph Jennings
September 20, 1954 - October 21, 2024
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Joseph Jennings at the Souris Hospital on Monday, October 21, 2024, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Brian was born in Souris, PEI, on September 20, 1954, and was the son of the late Jimmy and Edna (nee Dugas) Jennings. He will always be loved by his dear wife Gail (nee LeBlanc) and was a devoted loving Dad to Falon Jennings. Brian is survived by his siblings Sandra, Keith (Lorna), Ricky (Brenda) and Nadine (Larry Taylor) along with his special fur companion Loki and will be missed by numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members. In addition, he is survived by his sisters-in-law Mary Jennings and Dorothy Jennings, brothers-in-law Steve LeBlanc and Mike LeBlanc, and was a special uncle to Kelli Jennings Dingwell and Steven Jennings. He is predeceased by his siblings Jackie, George, Mary Rodd, Billy, Gail McCarville, Sam, Dougie, and baby Billy and Blanche at infancy. Also, predeceased by his father and mother-in-law Albert and Beatrice (nee Conway) LeBlanc, along with his brother-in-law Gary LeBlanc. Brian had the good fortune of leaving this world surrounded by people who are special to him. Brian was a member of the Souris Volunteer Fire Department for 27 years. He was a hard worker all his life. At the age of 48 when Holland College was offering the Power Engineer course in Souris, he went back to school and received his license for 4th Class Power Engineer. He will be missed by all who were fortunate to call him a friend. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home where visiting hours will take place on Friday, October 25, 2024, from 4-7pm. A funeral Mass will be held at the St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church in Souris on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 11:00am with interment to follow in the church cemetery. If so desired, donations in memory of Brian can be made to St. Mary’s Cemetery Fund or the Souris Volunteer Fire Department.
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Richard James Jenkins
March 22, 1951 - October 13, 2024
It is with sadness, the family of Richard “Dick” Jenkins announce his passing, which occurred peacefully with family by his side at the Kings County Memorial Hospital in Montague, on Sunday, October 13, 2024. Born on March 22, 1951, he was 73 years of age from Little Pond, PE. He will be remembered as a loving brother to Harley (Shirley), Robert (Colleen), Kevin (Donna), Glenda (Bernard) and brother-in-law George Barrett. Also, Richard is deeply missed by his numerous nieces and nephews along with his fur baby Layla. Predeceased by his parents James “Penny” and Florence, sister Darlene, nephews Michael and Dale, along with his niece Miranda. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home where visiting hours will take place on Thursday, October 17, 2024, from 5-8:30pm. A graveside service for family and friends will be held in the Annandale Cemetery on Friday, October 18, 2024, at 1:00pm. If so desired, donations in memory of Richard can be made to the Little Pond Community Centre Playground Equipment Fund. E-transfers can be sent to kilby4@hotmail.com. Please indicate your donation is for this memorial.
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Richard Barrington Ellis-Jones
February 21, 1940 - October 8, 2024
It is with sadness, the family of Richard “Barrie” Ellis-Jones, announce his passing, which occurred peacefully at his home in Morell, PE, with his loving wife by his side, on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. Born on February 21, 1940, he was 84 years of age. He will be forever loved by his dear wife of 42 years, Lori Keating, and lovingly remembered by his three sons James (Irena), Richard (Angie), and Daniel. Barrie was also a caring grandfather to Xian, Dara, Jude, Ewan, and Natasha. In addition, he is survived by his sister Judith and brother David. Predeceased by his parents Jimmy and Dorice (nee Greatorex) Ellis-Jones. Completed funeral arrangements for a celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
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Henriette (Henny) Marianne Hoogerbrugge
January 28, 1947 - October 8, 2024
Peacefully at the Souris Hospital on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, Henriette (Henny) Hoogerbrugge passed away with her loving family by her side. Born in Overschie, Netherlands on January 28, 1947, she was 77 years of age. She will be missed by her loving and supportive brothers Arie (Gerty), and John Hoogerbrugge (Dawn) and fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews, Arie, Jason (Rachel), and Ryan Hoogerbrugge (Emily), and Jennifer Moses (Derek), Jay Hoogerbrugge (Tracy), Erika Zimmerman and Stephen Hoogerbrugge (Christina). She is predeceased by her dear partner Mary Ellen Murphy, along with her parents Jacob and Wilhelmina Hoogerbrugge. A funeral service will be held at the Bay Fortune United Church, Bay Fortune, on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 10:30am with interment to follow in the church cemetery. If so desired, donations in memory of Henny can be made via e-transfer to the Souris Lion’s Club Christmas Boxes (sourislions@gmail.com).
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David Gerard LaPierre
December 11, 1959 - October 4, 2024
Surrounded by his loving family at the Kings County Memorial Hospital in Montague, David “Slacky” Gerard LaPierre passed away peacefully on Friday, October 04, 2024, at the age of 64 years. He will be forever loved by his best friend and loving wife of 32 years, Rayna (nee Reeves) and will be remembered as a loving father to Stephen (Chantel) and Capri Dawson (Chad). Awaiting his arrival in Heaven was his youngest daughter, April Laine, who passed away in 1997. David was a loving and doting Pa to his three little men, Nolan LaPierre, Cayden LaPierre, and Callen Dawson. He is survived by his brother, Norman LaPierre of Souris and predeceased by his parents Harold and Gertrude LaPierre, brothers Joey, Bernie and Peter LaPierre, and father-in-law and mother-in-law Melvin and Connie Reeves. In addition, he will be missed by numerous brothers-in law, sisters-in law, nieces, nephews and his little furry nap buddy Sophie. Born on December 11, 1959, David was a long-time fisherman of 37 years out of Souris Harbour fishing many of those years with his wife and son aboard the 4 Sail. He encountered many life challenges in his younger years but was a hard worker and found his HOME and happy place with Rayna where together they raised their beautiful family. He enjoyed fishing, his many winter travels to the sunny south, his daily spins to the wharf, his Habs & Ti-Cats but most importantly his family and many friends. He loved being a Pa and enjoyed watching “the boys” many accomplishments in his short time with them. He will certainly be missed and forever loved. A visitation will take place at Dingwell Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, from 3-6pm. A private graveside service for family and friends will be held at the St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church Cemetery in Souris at a later date. If so desired, donations in memory of David can be made to the St. Mary’s Cemetery Fund or the IWK Foundation.
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Francis Vincent Montgomery
June 11, 1943 - October 1, 2024
Peacefully at the Kings County Memorial Hospital in Montague, on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, Francis Montgomery passed away with his loving family by his side. Born on June 11, 1943, he was 81 years of age. He leaves behind his beloved wife Christine (nee Stead), and will be forever loved by his daughter, Cherie (Joe Dixon) and son, Richard (Jen McWilliams). Francis will remain in the hearts of his three adored grandchildren Megan White (Johnny), Emily and Connor and missed by his best fur buddy Dudley. Also, to mourn his loss is his brother Wayne (Ann) and brother-in-law Harrison Stead. Predeceased by his dear son Robert, mother Sarah Gallant (Tommy), parents-in-law John and Eliza Stead, sister Mary Arseneau (Al) and special uncle Vincent. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home where visiting hours will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 11-1pm. A funeral mass will be held immediately following the visitation at 2:00pm in the St. Margaret’s Roman Catholic Church, St. Margarets, with interment to follow in the church cemetery. If so desired, donations in memory of Francis can be made to the St. Margaret’s Cemetery Fund.
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Donald Reuben Lewis
February 22, 1960 - September 26, 2024
Peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Charlottetown, on Thursday, September 26, 2024, Donald Lewis passed away with his loving family by his side. He was 64 years of age from St. Peter’s Bay, PE. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 42 years Linda (nee Ford) and will be remembered as a loving father to Robert (Holly) and Jeffrey (Breanna). Donnie was a dear grandfather to Eden, Annabelle and Alex. He is survived by his siblings Audrey MacKinnon (Leonard), Danny Lewis (Loretta), Debbie Chandler (Barry), Darlene MacDonald (Clarence), Wanda and Virginia Lewis, and sister-in-law Vicki Lewis. He is also lovingly remembered by members of the Ford family, and his very special friends Ian Morrison and Cathy Trainor. Predeceased by his parents Jerome and Penelope Lewis, brothers Roddie Lewis, George Lewis, Gerard Lewis, sister Margaret MacKinnon (Ralph), infant children Arlene and Gerard, father-in-law William and brother-in-law Richard Ford. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home where visiting hours will take place on Monday, September 30, 2024, from 3-6pm. A funeral mass will be held at the St. Peters Bay Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 11:00am. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. A reception will be held at the Dr. Roddie Community Centre after the services. Also, a celebration of life for Donnie will take place at the Circle Club with music from 6-10 pm. If so desired, donations in memory of Donnie can be made to Lennon House or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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Dallas Hebert
April 19, 2014 - September 25, 2024
It is with broken hearts and many tears, the family of Dallas Hebert announce his passing, which occurred surrounded by love and family, and in the arms of his Father at the IWK Health Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Born in Moncton, New Brunswick on April 19, 2014, he was 10 years of age. Dallas will be forever loved by his dad Randy Hebert (Danielle Bryanton) and is now resting in the arms of his mom Jessica Hebert (Brent Callaghan) who passed away suddenly on Friday, September 20, 2024, due to a motor vehicle accident. He will be deeply missed by his grandparents Roger and Cindy Hebert, and Don and Janice Payne, along with numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins who loved him dearly. In addition, is survived by Cohen Callaghan, Nika Callaghan, Mya Callaghan, Guy Poitras, Don and Shirley Payne, and his special aunt Nay Nay (Nicole Payne). Predeceased by Irma Trites and Yolande Poitras Dallas was known for his kindness, his affection for all creatures, his passion for Dance, his love of the Titanic story, and his excitement with cars and motorsports. He was compassionate and caring and loved his friends right to the core. It was impossible to feel left out in Dallas’ presence. He was hands on and offered help with whatever project that was at task. There is nothing he wouldn’t try. For those who were fortunate enough to know Dallas during his short life, they truly know the impact he made in the hearts of all those he met. He is leaving us with beautiful memories of a kind, generous loving boy. His dance class and school classmates will forever remember his kindness and determination. A visitation for both Dallas and his mom Jessica will be held at Dingwell Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm. If so desired, donations in memory of Dallas can be made to the École-La-Belle-Cloche Breakfast Program, or the IWK Foundation. Repose-toi bien beau Dallas…
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