OBITUARIES

Peacefully at the Kings County Memorial Hospital, Montague, on Friday, September 15, 2023, Faith Paquet passed away gracefully and surrounded by love. She was aged 70 years of Souris, PE. Faith was a most loving and devoted wife to her best friend and husband Glenn Hyde. She will be deeply missed by her niece Lisa MacMillan, nephew Chet Paquet along with their families, and also by her aunts, and numerous cousins. Predeceased by her parents Eliel and Theresa Paquet, brother Darrell and dear nephew Aaron MacMillan. The family would like to acknowledge the kindness shown to them by the Souris Home Care team and the staff of the Kings County Memorial Hospital for their care and compassion. Also, a special thank you to Dianne Duncan for her life-long friendship and support, especially over the last 2 weeks of Faith’s life. A funeral Mass will be held at the St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Souris, on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at 11:00am with interment to follow in the church cemetery. By personal request there will be no visitation. If so desired, donations in memory of Faith can be made to the Eastern Kings Health Foundation (Souris Home Care) or Inclusions East.

Peacefully at her residence in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, USA, on Thursday, August 31, 2023, the death occurred of Marie Clarkin. Born to the late Benoist and Lucile de Gruson in France, Europe on August 23, 1946, she was aged 77 years and formerly Little Pond, PE. She is predeceased by the love of her life Donald T. Clarkin and will be fondly remembered by her nephew Nicolas de Gruson. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at the St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church, Little Pond, PE, on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 11:00am with interment to follow in the church cemetery. If so desired, donations in memory of Marie can be made to the St. Francis de Sales Church Cemetery.

It is with sadness the family of Thelma Rose (nee Hazelden) announce her passing which occurred peacefully and surrounded by family at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Charlottetown, PE, on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. She was aged 87 years of Souris, PE. Thelma will be deeply missed by her beloved husband of 34 years, Huntley, and remembered as a loving mother to Donnie (Candace) and Brian Griffin. Thelma was predeceased by her son, Richard (Ricky) Griffin, parents Joseph and Grace Hazelton, and brothers, Russell (Ruth), and Spurgeon (Ester) Hazelden. In addition, she will be deeply missed by her stepchildren, Cathy (David) Rose, Martinus (Sharon) Rose, Gretha (Sandy) Rose, Mickey (Mary) Rose, and Wallace (Lisa) Rose along with their children and grandchildren who loved her dearly. Thelma was a most caring grandmother to Katelyn and Brittany Sheehan, Jordan, and Kale Testawitch, as well as a special aunt , Laurena Singleton, Carol Shepard and Brian Hazelton. Thelma was blessed with many cousins, nieces and nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews. She leaves behind her devoted fur baby, Elvis. Thelma was a warm and gentle woman with a wry sense of humor who loved to dance, bake, make pickles, go to yard sales, and play cards. She will be deeply missed. Special thanks to the Souris Fire Department, and the Emergency department at the QEH. The doctors and nursing staff were incredible, and the family thanks them for their compassionate care! A visitation will take place at Dingwell Funeral Home on Saturday, August 26, 2023, from 2-5pm. Following the visitation, a graveside committal service will be held in the St. Alban’s Church Cemetery at 5:15pm (weather pending). If so desired, donations in memory of Thelma can be made to St. Alban’s Cemetery Fund or the PEI Humane Society and are appreciated by the family.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our sister Leslie Lee Lambie on Sunday, August 13, 2023. Leslie was an educator for 39 years, starting her teaching career in Berens River and Oxford House Manitoba. She spent the remainder of her career in British Columbia. She retired in 2018 as Superintendent of Schools, Peace Region and then returned to her beloved island. Her passions were family above all else, animals, educating young minds and Sheep Pond Beach. She is survived by her brothers Kenneth Lambie and wife Joan (Fortune), Gordon Lambie (Fortune) and sister Alison (Souris). Nieces and nephew, Danya and Davis Doucette (Chilliwack, BC), Jodi Giovannini (Enfield, NS) and Rebeccah Lambie (Halifax, NS). Fur babies Olivia and Scarlett. Leslie is predeceased by her parents, Roy Weston Lambie and Catherine Elizabeth (Betty) Lambie nee McDaniel. A celebration of life will take place at a later date for close friends and family. If so desired, donations in memory of Leslie can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the PEI Humane Society.

It is with sadness the family of Anne MacDonald (nee MacPhee) announce her peaceful passing—with her daughter by her side—at the Souris Hospital on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Born to the late Paul and Sarah Hilda (MacDonald), she was aged 75 years of Souris and formerly North Lake, PE. Anne is predeceased by her beloved husband John and will be forever loved by her daughter Johanna Field (David) and by her granddaughters Lauren and Vivian—whom she treasured. In addition, she is survived by her dear siblings Barbara McDonald, Paul MacPhee (Patricia) and Joan Maxwell; in-laws Gerald MacDonald, Bernadette McInnis, Loretta Walsh (Leroy), Charlie MacDonald (Helen) and Victor MacDonald (Debbie). Auntie Anne to Grace, Georgia, Barbara, Ian, Richard, Julianne, Gina, Zack, Theresa, Ellen, Allison, Emily, Hannah, Ben, Anneke, Thomas, Tanner, Alana, Paul, Jeanna, Brenda, Craig, Jimmy, John, David, Sarah, Patrick, Vanessa, Susanne, Brodie, Andrew, Kara, and Lisa. Predeceased by her siblings Mary MacPhee, Catherine MacPhee, Helen MacPhee, Margaret Woltman, Gerard MacPhee, infant sister Mary Josephine, nephews Mark MacPhee and Bert Dykerman, and brothers-in-law Leo McInnis, Bernard and Leonard MacDonald and sister-in-law Patricia MacDonald. Upon her arrival in heaven, Anne has most certainly been dancing a jig non-stop. The family would like to acknowledge the exceptional care given to Anne over her lifetime, especially to the Souris Dialysis Unit, staff at the QEH emergency, and all the nursing staff at the Souris Hospital. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home where visiting hours will take place on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, from 4-7 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held at the St. Columba Roman Catholic Church, Fairfield on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at 11 a.m. with interment to follow in the church cemetery. If so desired, donations in memory of Anne can be made to the St. Columba Cemetery Fund or the Eastern Kings Health Foundation (Souris Dialysis).

Peacefully at the Whisperwood Villa, Charlottetown, on Friday, August 11, 2023, Sherron Margaret Foulkes (nee Peters) passed away surrounded by love and with family by her side. Born on July 15, 1946, she was aged 77 years of St. Charles, PE. She was a most loving wife of 55 years to her caring and faithful husband Warren and will forever remain in the hearts of their children Darin, and Juanita Brown (Scott). Sherron will be deeply missed by her grandchildren Etienne, Arielle, Jordan, Adam and great grandchildren Luke and Ethan. In addition, she is survived by her siblings Imelda Cunliffe-Keech, and Gerald Peters (Linda) along with numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, and cousins whom she dearly loved. Predeceased by her parents Alphonsus and Monica (nee Doiron) Peters and sister Gloria Richard. Sherron loved strolling the shore searching for treasures, bird watching, picking berries and star gazing with those she loved. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home where visiting hours will take place on Thursday, August 17, 2023, from 5-8pm. A funeral Mass will be held at the St. Charles Roman Catholic Church, St. Charles, on Friday, August 18, 2023, at 11am with interment to follow in the church cemetery. If so desired, donations in memory of Sherron can be made to the Alzheimer Society of PEI or the St. Charles Cemetery Fund. Please click on the link below to view the Funeral Mass for Mrs. Sherron Foulkes: https://youtu.be/y57De9RGO7E

It is with heavy hearts and sadness, the family of Donnie Mallard announce the passing of their beloved husband, father and grandfather which occurred peacefully with family by his side at the Souris Hospital on Monday, August 7, 2023. Born to the late Gus and Amelia Mallard on July 16, 1948, he was aged 75 years of Lower Rollo Bay, and formerly North Lake, PE. Donnie will be forever loved by his dear wife of 54 years Marg (nee MacAulay) and remembered as a caring and supportive father to Terry (Carolyn), Dawn (Paul) and Trent (Kirsten). In addition, he will be deeply missed by his grandchildren Dawson, Alexa, Sophia, Shaun, Julia, Quintin, Nate, Markus, and great granddaughter Rozelynn. Donnie is survived by his siblings Howard S., Leo (Shirley), Rita Clinton, and Theresa Lambe. Predeceased by his son Timmy, and brothers-in-law David Clinton, and Edgar Lambe. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home where visiting hours will take place on Thursday, August 10, 2023, from 4-7pm. A funeral Mass will be held at the St. Columba Roman Catholic Church, Fairfield on Friday, August 11, 2023 at 10am with interment to take place in the church cemetery at a later date. If so desired, donations in memory of Donnie can be made to Eastern Kings Health Foundation (Souris Hospital or Souris Home Care).

Peacefully at the Souris Hospital on Sunday, August 6, 2023, Howard Francis Gallant passed away gracefully and surrounded by his loving family. He was aged 72 years of St. Charles, PE. Howard was the beloved husband of 38 years to his dear wife Rita (nee Wadden) and will be forever loved and missed by his daughter Krissi and grandson Noah. He is survived by his sister Helena Jamieson (David), nieces Gina MacDonald (Eldon), Tara Jamieson and nephew Trent Jamieson (April) along with numerous cousins. Predeceased by his parents Aeneas and Ada Gallant, and sister Isabelle Gallant (Harry). By personal request, there will be no public visitation. A graveside service for friends and family will be held at the St. Charles Roman Catholic Church Cemetery, St. Charles, on Friday, August 11, 2023, at 3:00pm. If so desired, donations in memory of Howard can be made to the St. Charles Cemetery Fund or the Eastern Kings Health Foundation (Souris Hospital).

Peacefully at the Colville Manor on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, George “Mel” Alexander MacPhee passed away with his loving family by his side. Born to the late Mel and Annie MacPhee in Monticello, PE, on January 16, 1941, he was aged 82 years. He is predeceased by his loving and devoted wife of 54 years Gladys (nee MacDonald) and will be remembered as a caring and loving father to Malachy “Mel”, Bernard (Crystal Manning), Susan Keus, and Nancy MacPhee. George was a fun-loving Bampie to Alexander (Katie), Hannah, Bradley, Bethany, Lalah, Deseray, and Liam. In addition, he is survived by his dear brother John “Mel” MacPhee (Mary), along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended members of the “Red Hughie” family. George “Mel” was an outgoing and joyful person with a great sense of humour. He loved meeting new people, young and old, and finding a connection with them. He had a passion for music and enjoyed telling stories. His caring spirit was evident by the kindness he showed towards the community by opening his home and his heart to anyone in need. George truly lived the AA mantra of ‘One Day at Time’, helping others to let go and let God, while helping countless on the road to recovery. His dedication to his sobriety and the sobriety of others was one of his greatest accomplishments in life. He was a man of great faith who shared that faith with others. He was a faithful husband, supportive father, most caring Bampie and dear friend to many. George will be missed by all who knew him. The family would like to acknowledge the exceptional care and support George received during his time at the Colville Manor. The entire nursing and supportive staff went above and beyond, and the family will be forever grateful. He is predeceased by his siblings Frank (Victoria), Roddie (Eileen), Henrietta Crandall (Vic), Joe (Norma), Minnie, Gerard (Paula), Emma Crossman (Leverett), Gloria McInnis (Johnny), Teresa Wilson (Frank), Mary Warren (Jack) along with numerous brothers and sisters-in-law. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home where visiting hours will take place on Monday, August 7, 2023, from 5-8 pm. A funeral Mass will be held at the St. Margaret’s Roman Catholic Church, St. Margarets, on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 11 am. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. If so desired, donations can be made to St. Margaret’s Cemetery Fund or PEI Humane Society.

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts, the family of Jamie Everett Kent announce his sudden passing which occurred in Souris, PE on Tuesday, July 25, 2023. He was aged 36 years of Rollo Bay, PE. He leaves behind his beloved wife and best friend Ashley (nee Rose) and precious daughter Chloe. Jamie was the cherished son of Arlene Kent (Simon) and son-in-law to Shelly Lynn Rose. In addition, he will be remembered as a loving brother to Eleana Blackett-Acorn (Daniel), Jolene McNevin (Darcy), Rachel Rupnow (Mark), Kurtis (Cindy), Ricky (Melissa), Tara Lynn, brother-in-law to Andrew Rose (Maya Habchi) and forever loved by his numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his father Greg Kent. Jamie was a hard and determined worker who would do anything for anyone. He enjoyed playing guitar, time with friends and also had a great sense of humour. His most favourite thing to do was tinkering in his garage. His daughter Chloe was his whole world along with his trusted furry friend Roxy. He will be missed by many. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home where a private visitation will be held for family only. A celebration of life will take place at the Eastern Kings Community Centre on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 11:00am. If so desired, donations in memory of Jamie can be made to the Chloe Rose-Kent Trust account care of the Souris Credit Union.