Wayne Everett Bezanson1
M, #21962, b. 20 July 1935, d. 12 December 2016
| Father* | James Everett Bezanson1 b. 14 Jan 1905, d. 1990 |
| Mother* | Stella Arenburg1 b. c 1908, d. 29 Sep 1989 |
Family | Joyce Dunham b. c 1936, d. 4 May 2011 |
| Relationship | 4th great-grandson of Jean George Bezanson |
Wayne Everett Bezanson
Obituary from The Chronicle-Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 14 December 2016:
Wayne Everett Bezanson - 81, of New Minas, passed away Monday, December 12, 2016 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Kentville, he was a son of the late Everett and Stella (Arenburg) Bezanson.
He had been employed in body work with Milne’s Garage and F.W. Robinson. He was later self-employed as a truck driver, until his retirement.
He is survived by five daughters, Katherine (Terry) Comeau, Cornwallis; Deborah Bezanson (Rod MacNeill), Tyne Valley, Prince Edward Island; Heather (Rob) Creemer, North Alton; Susan (Malcolm) Allen, New Minas; Judy (Steve) McLearn, Greenwich; a son, Derrick (Misty), Kentville; two sisters, Gwendolyn (Ronald) Cornwell, Auburn; Lorraine Irvin, Windsor, Ontario; a brother, Ronald (Donna), Pembrooke, Ontario; five grandchildren, Robin, Richard, Taylor, Connor and Summer; one step grandchild, three great grandchildren; six step great grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife, Joyce (Dunham); two brothers, Darrell and Beverly "Jake".
There will be no visitation, by request. A funeral service for family only, followed by a reception, will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 14, 2016 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Reverend Gary Manthorne officiating. Burial will take place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill.2
He had been employed in body work with Milne’s Garage and F.W. Robinson. He was later self-employed as a truck driver, until his retirement.
He is survived by five daughters, Katherine (Terry) Comeau, Cornwallis; Deborah Bezanson (Rod MacNeill), Tyne Valley, Prince Edward Island; Heather (Rob) Creemer, North Alton; Susan (Malcolm) Allen, New Minas; Judy (Steve) McLearn, Greenwich; a son, Derrick (Misty), Kentville; two sisters, Gwendolyn (Ronald) Cornwell, Auburn; Lorraine Irvin, Windsor, Ontario; a brother, Ronald (Donna), Pembrooke, Ontario; five grandchildren, Robin, Richard, Taylor, Connor and Summer; one step grandchild, three great grandchildren; six step great grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife, Joyce (Dunham); two brothers, Darrell and Beverly "Jake".
There will be no visitation, by request. A funeral service for family only, followed by a reception, will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 14, 2016 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Reverend Gary Manthorne officiating. Burial will take place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill.2
| Last Edited | 12 Jul 2018 |
Joyce Dunham1
F, #21963, b. circa 1936, d. 4 May 2011
Family | Wayne Everett Bezanson b. 20 Jul 1935, d. 12 Dec 2016 |
Joyce Dunham was born circa 1936 at Hall's Harbour, Nova Scotia.2 She married Wayne Everett Bezanson.1 Joyce Dunham and Wayne Everett Bezanson lived in New Minas, Nova Scotia.1 Joyce Dunham died on 4 May 2011 at Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville, Nova Scotia.2 She was buried on 6 May 2011 in Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, Nova Scotia.2
Obituary:
Obituary:
BEZANSON, Joyce Edna - 75, of New Minas, passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2011 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville.
Born in Hall’s Harbour, Kings County, she was a daughter of the late Burpee and Elzie (Morrison) Dunham. She was a devoted housewife and mother.
She is survived by her husband, Wayne Everett Bezanson; five daughters, Katherine (Terry) Comeau, New Minas; Deborah Bezanson (Rod MacNeill), Tyne Valley, Prince Edward Island; Heather (Rob) Creemer, North Alton; Susan (Malcolm) Allen, New Minas; Judy (Steve) McLearn, Greenwich; a son, Derrick (Misty), Kentville; a sister, June (Peter) Croft, Delhaven; a brother, Claude (Joyce) Dunham, Centreville; five grandchildren, one step grandchild, three great grandchildren, four step great grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by two sisters, Helen and Margaret; four brothers, Don, Frank, Harold and Doug.
Visitation was held from 7-8 p.m. Thursday, May 5, 2011 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, where the funeral service, followed by a reception, was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2011, Reverend Quincy Collins officiating. Burial took place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill.2
Born in Hall’s Harbour, Kings County, she was a daughter of the late Burpee and Elzie (Morrison) Dunham. She was a devoted housewife and mother.
She is survived by her husband, Wayne Everett Bezanson; five daughters, Katherine (Terry) Comeau, New Minas; Deborah Bezanson (Rod MacNeill), Tyne Valley, Prince Edward Island; Heather (Rob) Creemer, North Alton; Susan (Malcolm) Allen, New Minas; Judy (Steve) McLearn, Greenwich; a son, Derrick (Misty), Kentville; a sister, June (Peter) Croft, Delhaven; a brother, Claude (Joyce) Dunham, Centreville; five grandchildren, one step grandchild, three great grandchildren, four step great grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by two sisters, Helen and Margaret; four brothers, Don, Frank, Harold and Doug.
Visitation was held from 7-8 p.m. Thursday, May 5, 2011 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, where the funeral service, followed by a reception, was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2011, Reverend Quincy Collins officiating. Burial took place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill.2
| Last Edited | 23 Apr 2014 |
Beverly Eugene Bezanson1
M, #21967, b. 8 January 1941, d. June 2000
| Father* | James Everett Bezanson1 b. 14 Jan 1905, d. 1990 |
| Mother* | Stella Arenburg1 b. c 1908, d. 29 Sep 1989 |
| Relationship | 4th great-grandson of Jean George Bezanson |
Beverly Eugene Bezanson was also known as Jake Bezanson.2 He was born on 8 January 1941 at Kentville, Nova Scotia.1,2 He died in June 2000 at home, Pine Grove Subdivision, Nova Scotia, at age 59.2 He was buried on 16 June 2000 in Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, Nova Scotia.2
Obituary from The Halifax Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 14 June 2000:
Obituary from The Halifax Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 14 June 2000:
BEZANSON, Beverly Eugene "Jake" - 59, Pine Grove Subdivision, Coldbrook, died at home.
Born in Kentville, he was a son of the late Everett and Stella (Arnburg) Bezanson. He had been employed with Canada Manpower for 33 years. He was a veteran of the Kentville Volunteer Fire Department and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Kings Branch 6.
He is survived by son, Darrell and fiancée Shannon, Kentville; sisters, Gwendolyn and husband Ronald Cornwell, Auburn, Kings Co; Lorraine Irvin, Windsor, Ont; brothers, Wayne and wife Joyce, New Minas; Ronald and wife Donna, Pembroke, Ont; grandson, MacKeil.
He was predeceased by brother, Darrell.
Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Thursday with Royal Canadian Legion service at 7 p.m., funeral service will be 4 p.m. Friday, June 16, all in the W.C. Hiltz Funeral Parlour, Kentville, Rev. Doctor Freeman Fenerty officiating. Burial will be in the Elm Grove Cemetery.2
Born in Kentville, he was a son of the late Everett and Stella (Arnburg) Bezanson. He had been employed with Canada Manpower for 33 years. He was a veteran of the Kentville Volunteer Fire Department and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Kings Branch 6.
He is survived by son, Darrell and fiancée Shannon, Kentville; sisters, Gwendolyn and husband Ronald Cornwell, Auburn, Kings Co; Lorraine Irvin, Windsor, Ont; brothers, Wayne and wife Joyce, New Minas; Ronald and wife Donna, Pembroke, Ont; grandson, MacKeil.
He was predeceased by brother, Darrell.
Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Thursday with Royal Canadian Legion service at 7 p.m., funeral service will be 4 p.m. Friday, June 16, all in the W.C. Hiltz Funeral Parlour, Kentville, Rev. Doctor Freeman Fenerty officiating. Burial will be in the Elm Grove Cemetery.2
| Last Edited | 24 Apr 2014 |
James Bezanson1
M, #21970, b. 1934, d. 2005
| Father* | Nathan Foster Bezanson1 b. 25 Aug 1907, d. 1997 |
| Mother* | Stella Isabelle Steadman1 b. 1906, d. 7 Feb 1985 |
Family | Maxine (?) |
| Child |
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| Relationship | 4th great-grandson of Jean George Bezanson |
James Bezanson was born in 1934.2 He married Maxine (?).1 James Bezanson died in 2005.2 He was buried in Cambridge Cemetery, Cambridge Station, Nova Scotia.2
| Last Edited | 12 Jul 2022 |
Citations
- [S1] Dorothy Evans, Bezansons from Nova Scotia, 155.
- [S836] Various Contributors, "Find A Grave", James Nathan Bezanson; Birth: 1934; Death: 2005; Cambridge Cemetery, Cambridge Station, Nova Scotia, Canada; Memorial Number: 169010874.
- [S944] "Nova Scotia Obituaries", citing The Halifax Herald, 14 October 2015, BEZANSON, Grace.
Elmer William Bezanson1
M, #21974, b. 1 May 1941, d. 13 April 2010
| Father* | Nathan Foster Bezanson1 b. 25 Aug 1907, d. 1997 |
| Mother* | Stella Isabelle Steadman1 b. 1906, d. 7 Feb 1985 |
Family | Leona Hayes |
| Relationship | 4th great-grandson of Jean George Bezanson |
William "Elmer" Bezanson
Obituary:
William "Elmer" Bezanson - 69, of Coldbrook, Kings County, passed away peacefully in the midst of family, Tuesday, April 13, 2010 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville.
Born on the family farm on Brooklyn Street, Kings County, he was the son of the late Foster and Stella (Steadman) Bezanson. Elmer worked on the family farm for many years before entering the plumbing and heating industry, working for almost 30 years at T.P. Calkin (later known as Sumner). He became a leading salesman/specialist, retiring at age 53. In his earlier years, he played hockey, baseball, golf and was an avid fan of the Montreal Canadiens. He enjoyed spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. He took great pride in his home and property, constantly keeping things in tip-top shape. Elmer was always quick to lend a helping hand to family and friends, explaining and showing in great detail how things should be done.
He is survived by his loving partner, Gertrude Pineo; two sons, Stephen (Gerry), Bridgetown; Michael (Chantal), New Minas; two grandchildren, Sophie and Oliver; two sisters, Phyllis (Cecil) Chase, Aylesford; Edith (Almond) Best, Coldbrook; three brothers, Eric (Ann), Dartmouth; Donnie (Cindy) and Russell (Sheila), both of Coldbrook; sister-in-law, Maxine Bezanson, Cambridge; brother-in-law, Sheldon Best, Coldbrook; several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his extended family, Renee (Dave) Wilson and Justin, Billtown; Todd Pineo, Edmonton.
He was predeceased by a sister, Pauline Best; a sister-in-law, Jean Bezanson; a brother, James. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation, by request. The funeral service, followed by a reception, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2010 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. A private family burial will take place in the Lakeview Cemetery, Lakeville, Kings County.2
Born on the family farm on Brooklyn Street, Kings County, he was the son of the late Foster and Stella (Steadman) Bezanson. Elmer worked on the family farm for many years before entering the plumbing and heating industry, working for almost 30 years at T.P. Calkin (later known as Sumner). He became a leading salesman/specialist, retiring at age 53. In his earlier years, he played hockey, baseball, golf and was an avid fan of the Montreal Canadiens. He enjoyed spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. He took great pride in his home and property, constantly keeping things in tip-top shape. Elmer was always quick to lend a helping hand to family and friends, explaining and showing in great detail how things should be done.
He is survived by his loving partner, Gertrude Pineo; two sons, Stephen (Gerry), Bridgetown; Michael (Chantal), New Minas; two grandchildren, Sophie and Oliver; two sisters, Phyllis (Cecil) Chase, Aylesford; Edith (Almond) Best, Coldbrook; three brothers, Eric (Ann), Dartmouth; Donnie (Cindy) and Russell (Sheila), both of Coldbrook; sister-in-law, Maxine Bezanson, Cambridge; brother-in-law, Sheldon Best, Coldbrook; several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his extended family, Renee (Dave) Wilson and Justin, Billtown; Todd Pineo, Edmonton.
He was predeceased by a sister, Pauline Best; a sister-in-law, Jean Bezanson; a brother, James. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation, by request. The funeral service, followed by a reception, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2010 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. A private family burial will take place in the Lakeview Cemetery, Lakeville, Kings County.2
| Last Edited | 25 Apr 2014 |
Donald Carman Bezanson1
M, #21978, b. 28 June 1943, d. 18 July 2021
| Father* | Nathan Foster Bezanson1 b. 25 Aug 1907, d. 1997 |
| Mother* | Stella Isabelle Steadman1 b. 1906, d. 7 Feb 1985 |
Family | Betty Mansfield |
| Child |
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| Relationship | 4th great-grandson of Jean George Bezanson |
Donald Carman Bezanson
Obituary from White Family Funeral Homes (Kentville, Nova Scotia):
It is with great sadness, the family of Donald Carman Bezanson, 78 of Keddy's Corner, Kings County shares the news that he passed away July 18, 2021. Born in Brooklyn Corner, he was the son of the late Foster and Stella (Steadman) Bezanson.
Donnie was a faithful partner, loving father and successful business owner. Donnie's work ethic and talent first shown bright during his early hockey days; an experience he shared with his brothers and happily remembered throughout his life. As a young man alongside Cecil Chase and their families, he built and operated the Bezanson and Chase Cranberry Company in Aylesford. After a successful career as a cranberry farmer, Donnie retired to Green Rd where he could often be found either shooting the breeze over a cup of tea with the family and friends or executing his most recent mechanical miracle. There was little he could not fix and absolutely nothing he could not advise on how something should be fixed. His wisdom and laugh will be forever missed by those who knew it.
He is survived by his partner Cindy Boliver; his children, Shelly Bezanson (Lucas Miller) Rossland, BC, Kim Bezanson (Tom McEwan) Port Williams, Jeff Bezanson (Alison Nagel) Canmore, AB, and Connie Schofield (James) Kingston, NS; one sister, Phyllis (Cecil) Chase, Aylesford and one brother, Eric (Ann), Dartmouth; a sister-in-law, Maxine Bezanson, Cambridge; his grandchildren, Brandon, Ally, Grace, Aiden, Drew, Stella and Grace; and an extended family of loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Jean Bezanson, an infant son, two sisters, Pauline Best (Sheldon Best - deceased) and Edith Best (Almond Best - deceased) ; two brothers, James (Maxine), Elmer (Gertrude Pineo) and Russell (Sheila Bezanson - deceased).
Cremation has taken place. Due to COVID restrictions, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Private family burial will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.2
He was buried in Lakeview Cemetery, Billtown, Nova Scotia.3Donnie was a faithful partner, loving father and successful business owner. Donnie's work ethic and talent first shown bright during his early hockey days; an experience he shared with his brothers and happily remembered throughout his life. As a young man alongside Cecil Chase and their families, he built and operated the Bezanson and Chase Cranberry Company in Aylesford. After a successful career as a cranberry farmer, Donnie retired to Green Rd where he could often be found either shooting the breeze over a cup of tea with the family and friends or executing his most recent mechanical miracle. There was little he could not fix and absolutely nothing he could not advise on how something should be fixed. His wisdom and laugh will be forever missed by those who knew it.
He is survived by his partner Cindy Boliver; his children, Shelly Bezanson (Lucas Miller) Rossland, BC, Kim Bezanson (Tom McEwan) Port Williams, Jeff Bezanson (Alison Nagel) Canmore, AB, and Connie Schofield (James) Kingston, NS; one sister, Phyllis (Cecil) Chase, Aylesford and one brother, Eric (Ann), Dartmouth; a sister-in-law, Maxine Bezanson, Cambridge; his grandchildren, Brandon, Ally, Grace, Aiden, Drew, Stella and Grace; and an extended family of loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Jean Bezanson, an infant son, two sisters, Pauline Best (Sheldon Best - deceased) and Edith Best (Almond Best - deceased) ; two brothers, James (Maxine), Elmer (Gertrude Pineo) and Russell (Sheila Bezanson - deceased).
Cremation has taken place. Due to COVID restrictions, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Private family burial will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.2
| Last Edited | 23 Jul 2021 |
Citations
- [S1] Dorothy Evans, Bezansons from Nova Scotia, 155.
- [S680] Donald Carman Bezanson Death Notice, White Family Funeral Homes (Kentville, Nova Scotia), accessed 23 July 2021.
- [S351] Family History Committee, Cemetery Records of Kings County, Lakeview Cemetery, Billtown, Section 1, Stone 93, "Donald Carmen Bezanson, 1943- , wife, Jane E. Mansfield, infant son, 1974."
- [S351] Family History Committee, Cemetery Records of Kings County, Lakeview Cemetery, Billtown, Section 1, Stone 92, "Infant son of Donald and Jane Bezanson, 1947.", but see Lakeview Cemetery, Billtown, Section 1, Stone 93, "Donald Carmen Bezanson, 1943- , wife, Jane E. Mansfield, infant son, 1974.", where it appears that the 1947 date is a transcription error.