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BEZANSON, Laura Blanche — 97, High Crest Nursing Home, Sherbrooke, formerly of Isaacs Harbour Villa, Guysborough Co., died Friday, April 12, 2002, in the home. Born in Isaacs Harbour, she was a daughter of the late William and Bessie (Heisler) Baker and was the last surviving member of her immediate family.

Laura was a homemaker who enjoyed baking, sewing and doing handcrafts. She was an active member of North Street Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Halifax and a member of the Christian Woman's Fellowship Group. She also was a member of Amethyst Chapter 28 O.E.S., Halifax, receiving her 50 years pin.

She is survived by daughters, Melba Zwicker, Mississauga, Ont; Ruth (Vernon MacWilliam), Cornwall, Ont., sons, Lewis (Florence), Isaacs Harbour; Fred (Marilyn), Sedona, Ariz; sisters-in-law, Theresa Baker and Velma Baker, both of Isaacs Harbour; Olga Baker, Belleville, Ont; 13 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her loving husband, Robie, September 12, 1990; sisters, Pearl, Myrtle, Josephine, Hilda; brothers, Stewart, Earl, Clifford, Rueben, Marshall, James, Stanley.

Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Friday with funeral service 2 p.m. Saturday, both in Isaacs Harbour United Baptist Church, Rev. Joanna Doak officiating. Burial in Isaacs Harbour Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to G.W. Giffin Funeral Home Ltd., Country Harbour.³

LEESE, Winsome Willo "Winnie" - 94, beloved wife of the late Joseph Thomas Leese, formerly of Westville, passed away April 10, 2002, in Glen Haven Manor. Winnie was the daughter of the late Manson and Janie (Millen) Bezanson. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.

After graduating from grade 11 at Westville High School, she moved to Pictou so she could obtain her grade 12 diploma from Pictou Academy. In order to earn the funds necessary to continue her education, Winnie taught in a one-room schoolhouse in South Branch, Colchester County, from there she went on to Massachusetts and worked as a nanny in Boston and Florida. Winnie attended the Union Hospital School of Nursing in Lynn, Mass. and attained her Registered Nurse Designation in 1931. After a summer visit home in 1932, during which she married Joe, Winnie returned to the United States for a year where she began her career at Bellevue Hospital in New York City, while Joe remained in Westville to build their home. When she returned home, Winnie continued her career helping neighbours, family and friends as a nurse when needed and became an avid volunteer with the Canadian Red Cross. In addition, Winnie was an active member of St. Paul United Church and was the organist for numerous years with the Lyric Male Chorus. While traveling with the Male Chorus, Winnie played the organ in most of the churches in Nova Scotia and many in Prince Edward Island. Winnie shared her tremendous musical talent whenever an opportunity presented itself, from accompanying the silent movies at the Roxy Theater in Westville, when she was a young lady, to accompanying choirs at Glen Haven Manor while she was a guest during the past two years.

Winnie is survived by son Dave (Lenora), Westville; grandchildren, David Alan, Westville; Wanda Leese Pellerine (Todd), Lantz; great-grandchildren, Joey and David Leese, Noah and Abby Pellerine; sisters-in-law, Betty Bezanson, Westville and Wanda Bezanson, Kingston; numerous nieces and nephews.

Winnie was predeceased by her husband, Joe; brothers, Walter, Arthur and Frank Bezanson; sisters, Mae Tattrie, Margaret MacKinnon, Helen Humphreys.

Visiting will be 7-9 p.m. Friday in Eagles Funeral Home, where her memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, April 13, Rev. Gary Tonks officiating. Cremation has taken place. Burial of cremated remains will be in St. Bee's Cemetery.⁶

MacKINNON, Thomas - 88, Cowan Street, Westville, died January 4, 1995, in Valley View Villa, Riverton.

Born in Lewis, P.E.I., he was a son of the late Seymour and Sarah (Stewart) MacKinnon. He was a coal miner most of his working life with Drummond Coal Company. He was one of the last surviving members of the rescue workers of the Moose River Coal Mine disaster. In his later years, he was employed with Aberdeen Hospital until retirement. He was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Westville; Western Star Lodge 50 AF and AM; past patron of Westville Chapter Order of the Eastern Star 24 and member of Westville Heritage Club.

Surviving are sons, Arthur, Westville; Clarrie, Halifax; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his wife, the former Margaret Bezanson; sister, Mae Russell; brothers, Gordon in infancy, Clarence.

Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Eagles Funeral Home, Westville. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Westville, Rev. Bruce Robertson officiating. Burial in Auburn Cemetery.⁴

TATTRIE, Lewis Layton - 78, 2188 Queen St., Westville, died January 26, 1994, at home.

Born in Tatamagouche, he was a son of the late Frank and Hazel (Geddes) Tattrie. He was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Westville and Maple Leaf Lodge 21, Knights of Pythias, receiving his 25-year jewel. He was a locomotive engineer with the Canadian National Railways and in later years, was employed at Glen Haven Manor until his retirement.

He is survived by his wife, the former Jessie (Fraser) Cunningham; daughter, Zena McLeod, Truro; son, Gordon, Agincourt, Ont; stepdaughter, Arleigh (Mrs. Hugh Hardy), Green Hill; three stepsons, Wayne Cunningham, Hamilton, Ont; Gregory Cunningham, Regina, Sask; Fred Cunningham, St. Albert, Alta; sister, Sylvia (Mrs. Dan MacDonald), Westville Highway; 14 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his first wife, the former Mae Bezanson; sister, Thelma.

Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. tonight, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Friday in Eagles Funeral Home, Westville, where funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Rev. Bruce Robertson officiating. Burial will be in Heatherdale Memorial Gardens, Sylvester.³

WESTVILLE - Betty Margaret Bezanson, South Main Street, Westville, passed away peacefully in the Palliative Care Unit of the Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow, on Saturday, October 3, 2009, surrounded by her children.

Born in Romsey, England, to the late George and Ethel (Trodd) Finch, she moved to Nova Scotia in 1946 as a war bride with a young son. She was a long-time resident of Westville where she and her husband Arthur, ran a family business for many years. She was a member of St. Paul United Church, a life member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion Br. #35, and a member of the Nova Scotia War Brides Association.

She is survived by two sons, Barry and wife Rosalind of Victoria B.C., Brian and his wife Linda of Dartmouth, N.S; and her daughter, Janie and her husband Robert Fraser of St. Catharines, Ont; seven grandchildren: Ryan Bezanson, Vancouver; Sarah Harper, Salmon Arm, B.C; Jennifer Byer, Ft. Myers, Fla; John Bezanson, Charlotte, N.C; Michael Cedric Bezanson, Montreal; Christopher Fraser, St. Catharines; and Erin Klaussen, Toronto; and four great-granddaughters; a sister, Elsie Finch, Haslemere, England; and sister-in-law Wanda Bezanson, Kingston, N.S; as well as several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur in 1989 and her sister June.

Cremation has taken place. The family will receive visitors on Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Eagles Funeral Home, Westville. The Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion Br. #35 will conduct a service 6:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Her memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday from Eagles Funeral Chapel, Westville, with Rev. Doug Pilsworth officiating. Reception will follow at St. Paul United Church Hall.

Interment will take place at Heatherdale Memorial Gardens.³

BEZANSON, Wanda Alice

It is with sadness that the family of Wanda Alice Bezanson, age 92, of Kingston, announce her passing on February 15, 2019 in Northwood Manor. Born in Torbrook Mines, she was the daughter of the late Leslie and Margaret (Hatt) Banks.

Wanda began her teaching career in Torbrook Mines in 1954, teaching 42 students from grade primary to 12 in a one room schoolhouse. In 1948, she married the love her life, Frank, and travelled with him around Canada in Air Force postings. As a couple, they loved to dance and play cards with friends and family. They returned to their beloved Annapolis Valley in 1953. Wanda had many accomplishments. She was an excellent cook and baker. She loved gardening and interior decorating. She was a long-time member of the Rebekkah's and Kingston United Baptist Church. She enjoyed summers, fishing, picking blueberries, strawberries and mayflowers as well as going to Frenchy's. Wanda was a talented singer and participated in skits and presentations at senior's homes. Her biggest pride in life was her loving family.

She will be lovingly remembered by her son, Stephen Manson (Lorraine); daughter, Wanda Joy (Michael) Lynch; grandchildren, Vivian, Maggie, and Stevie Bezanson (Jenny).

She was predeceased by husband, Frank, in 1993; brothers, Neil and Vaughan; and sisters, Vera, Rita, Florence, and Pansy.

Cremation has taken place under the care of T.J. Tracey Cremation and Burial Specialists, Bedford. The Celebration of Life and Interment will take place in Torbrook Mines in the Spring. A small service in Wanda's memory will be held on Thursday, February 28th, at 10 a.m. in Northwood Manor, 2615 Northwood Terrace, Halifax. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Northwood Manor for all their loving care. Also, our most heartfelt gratitude to George and Colleen Lynch of Dartmouth.²