Roger Warren Bezanson1,2
M, #23104, b. circa 1965, d. 4 April 2019
| Father* | Bill Bezanson1 b. 24 Jul 1922, d. 29 Mar 1998 |
| Mother* | Roxy Madeline Dean1 b. c 1931, d. 25 Jan 2013 |
Family | Juanita Hamilton |
| Relationship | 5th great-grandson of Jean George Bezanson |
Roger Warren Bezanson
Obituary from The Chronicle-Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 9 April 2019:
Roger Warren Bezanson
Age 54 of Middle Stewiacke, passed on April 4, 2019 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Roger was a son of the late William and Roxy (Dean) Bezanson (of Middleboro) where Roger grew up prior to moving to Middle Stewiacke. Roger will be sadly missed by his family and the many friends he made over the years who were always there for Roger, especially in his last days, with visits and calls of encouragement. Roger spent most of his working life in farming having spent the last 20-plus years on the DeVries family farm in Middle Stewiacke. Roger had spent his spare time raising goats and was a Director of the Nova Scotia Goat Association.
Roger is survived by stepdaughter, Alisha Hamilton (Chris), Lower Sackville; daughters, Shelina Hamilton (Michael MacKenzie), Sydney; Trista Hamilton, Middle Stewiacke; stepson, Jeffrey Hamilton, Debert; brothers, David Day, East Stewiacke; Joe (Marlene), Valley; Ivan (Rose), Truro; sisters, Lorraine (Jack) Moore, Middleboro; Wanda (Dennis) Lawless, Wallace Bay; Tracy (Vince) Myatt, Upper Onslow; granddaughter, Mya and "Graps" step granddaughter, Jessica; many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by sister, Paulette in infancy.
Cremation has taken place, there will be no visitation or service at this time.3
Age 54 of Middle Stewiacke, passed on April 4, 2019 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Roger was a son of the late William and Roxy (Dean) Bezanson (of Middleboro) where Roger grew up prior to moving to Middle Stewiacke. Roger will be sadly missed by his family and the many friends he made over the years who were always there for Roger, especially in his last days, with visits and calls of encouragement. Roger spent most of his working life in farming having spent the last 20-plus years on the DeVries family farm in Middle Stewiacke. Roger had spent his spare time raising goats and was a Director of the Nova Scotia Goat Association.
Roger is survived by stepdaughter, Alisha Hamilton (Chris), Lower Sackville; daughters, Shelina Hamilton (Michael MacKenzie), Sydney; Trista Hamilton, Middle Stewiacke; stepson, Jeffrey Hamilton, Debert; brothers, David Day, East Stewiacke; Joe (Marlene), Valley; Ivan (Rose), Truro; sisters, Lorraine (Jack) Moore, Middleboro; Wanda (Dennis) Lawless, Wallace Bay; Tracy (Vince) Myatt, Upper Onslow; granddaughter, Mya and "Graps" step granddaughter, Jessica; many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by sister, Paulette in infancy.
Cremation has taken place, there will be no visitation or service at this time.3
| Last Edited | 9 Apr 2019 |
Citations
- [S467] Lunenburg County GenWeb, "Lunenburg County Obituaries", 30 March 1998, Samuel William (Bill) Bezanson.
- [S516] Jane Wile, "GeneJane's Homepage", September 23, 2001, which includes middle name "Warren."
- [S2] Roger Warren Bezanson Death Notice, The Chronicle-Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 9 April 2019.
- [S944] "Nova Scotia Obituaries", citing The Halifax Herald, 28 January 2013, Bezanson, Roxie Madeline.
Vera May Bezanson1
F, #23106, b. 31 July 1927, d. 11 August 2014
| Father* | Samuel William Bezanson2 b. 7 Mar 1892, d. 1975 |
| Mother* | Mary Elizabeth Whalen2 b. 1901, d. 1982 |
Family 1 | Wendell Blades d. 29 Nov 1967 |
| Children |
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Family 2 | Leon Carter |
| Relationship | 4th great-granddaughter of Jean George Bezanson |
Vera May (Bezanson) Carter
Death Notice:
Vera May Carter
July 31, 1927 - August 11, 2014
Carter, Vera May – 87, Middleboro, passed away Monday, August 11, 2014, at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre, Amherst. Born in Otter Brook, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Elizabeth “Bessie” (Whalen) Bezanson.
Vera was well known for her quality knitting and quilting. She enjoyed doing crafts, puzzles of all kinds, playing her guitar, and was even a decent yodeler.
Surviving are daughters, Jean (Vernon) Carter, Hartford; Coralie Ripley (Larry), Point Butte, N.B; Deborah Blades, Saskatoon, Sask; Yvonne (Bill) Moore, Middleboro; Laura (Dennis) Hunter, Sackville, N.B; sons, William Blades (June), River Phillip; Donald Blades, Middleboro; Samuel (Wanda) Blades, Pugwash Jct; Daniel (Kim) Blades, Street’s Ridge; Orville (Kathleen) Blades, Middleboro; step-sons, Wilfred Carter (Maggie), Prince George, B.C; Orland Carter (Debbie), Wentworth; 38 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; nine great-great grandchildren; brother, Harold (Lana) Bezanson, Antigonish; sisters, Alma Swinemer, Dartmouth; Frances Innis, Marion Bridge; Joan McNutt, Truro; Karen (Bill) Grace, Truro; Freda Carter (Kenny), Tatamagouche; many nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents she was predeceased by husbands, Wendell Blades and Leon Carter; grandson, Christopher Ripley; brothers, William, Ervin, John, Douglas and Lorne Bezanson; sisters, Rosamond and Shirley Bezanson in infancy; Eileen Geldart; step daughters, Jean Gower and Pansy Crawford; step grandsons, Joey and Darren Crawford; lifelong friend, Reginald Jeffers.
In keeping with Vera’s wishes there will be no visitation or public funeral service. A private graveside service will be held in Riverside Cemetery at a later date.4
July 31, 1927 - August 11, 2014
Carter, Vera May – 87, Middleboro, passed away Monday, August 11, 2014, at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre, Amherst. Born in Otter Brook, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Elizabeth “Bessie” (Whalen) Bezanson.
Vera was well known for her quality knitting and quilting. She enjoyed doing crafts, puzzles of all kinds, playing her guitar, and was even a decent yodeler.
Surviving are daughters, Jean (Vernon) Carter, Hartford; Coralie Ripley (Larry), Point Butte, N.B; Deborah Blades, Saskatoon, Sask; Yvonne (Bill) Moore, Middleboro; Laura (Dennis) Hunter, Sackville, N.B; sons, William Blades (June), River Phillip; Donald Blades, Middleboro; Samuel (Wanda) Blades, Pugwash Jct; Daniel (Kim) Blades, Street’s Ridge; Orville (Kathleen) Blades, Middleboro; step-sons, Wilfred Carter (Maggie), Prince George, B.C; Orland Carter (Debbie), Wentworth; 38 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; nine great-great grandchildren; brother, Harold (Lana) Bezanson, Antigonish; sisters, Alma Swinemer, Dartmouth; Frances Innis, Marion Bridge; Joan McNutt, Truro; Karen (Bill) Grace, Truro; Freda Carter (Kenny), Tatamagouche; many nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents she was predeceased by husbands, Wendell Blades and Leon Carter; grandson, Christopher Ripley; brothers, William, Ervin, John, Douglas and Lorne Bezanson; sisters, Rosamond and Shirley Bezanson in infancy; Eileen Geldart; step daughters, Jean Gower and Pansy Crawford; step grandsons, Joey and Darren Crawford; lifelong friend, Reginald Jeffers.
In keeping with Vera’s wishes there will be no visitation or public funeral service. A private graveside service will be held in Riverside Cemetery at a later date.4
| Last Edited | 9 Jun 2024 |
Citations
- [S13] Nova Scotia Archives and Records Management (NSARM), "Marriage Registrations", Wendell William Blades; Age: 40; Vera May Bezanson; Age: 20; Date: 23 May 1946; Place: Truro, Colchester County; Registration Year: 1946; Number: 137357.
- [S1] Dorothy Evans, Bezansons from Nova Scotia, 183.
- [S935] Carolyn O'Connell, "Bezansons in North America - Mary Elizabeth Whelan (#i1060)", e-mail message from e-mail address to John Cardinal, 29 October 2018.
- [S680] Vera May Carter Death Notice, Mundle’s Funeral Home (Pugwash, Nova Scotia).
- [S467] Lunenburg County GenWeb, "Lunenburg County Obituaries", 30 March 1998, Samuel William (Bill) Bezanson.
Frances Louise Bezanson1
F, #23109, b. 16 July 1931, d. 26 October 2018
| Father* | Samuel William Bezanson1 b. 7 Mar 1892, d. 1975 |
| Mother* | Mary Elizabeth Whalen1 b. 1901, d. 1982 |
Family | Chester LeRoy Innis b. c 1918, d. 5 Apr 1998 |
| Relationship | 4th great-granddaughter of Jean George Bezanson |
Frances Louise (Bezanson) Innis
Death Notice, 5 November 2018:
Frances Innis
1931-2018
Frances Louise (Bezanson) Innis - Marion Bridge/Elderbank, Nova Scotia
With saddened hearts, the family of Frances Innis announces her passing on Friday, October 26, 2018, at the age of 87.
Born July 16, 1931, in Otter Brook, Colchester County, Nova Scotia, to parents, Samuel William
Bezanson and Mary Elizabeth (Whalen) Bezanson, Frances was the ninth of fifteen siblings, and part of a very musical family, which relocated to Elderbank, Nova Scotia in 1936. The family’s livelihood consisted of farming and an annual Christmas tree business. It was in Elderbank that Frances received her formal schooling and where she spent the early years of her marriage and motherhood.
Frances, who throughout her life has been affectionately called Fran, Francie or Frannie, was predeceased by her loving husband, Chester, who was never far from her thoughts following his death in 1998. Married December 17, 1947, following Chester’s return from active service in WW2 and an ensuing courtship, Fran and her beloved, Ches enjoyed 50 years of marriage and the raising of three daughters, affectionately known as "the girls". Together, they established their first home in Elderbank until 1963, and then their much loved and visited home in Marion Bridge, Nova Scotia.
Fran was also predeceased by 11 of her siblings, William, Ervine, John, Douglas, Lorne, Eileen, Alma, Rosamond, Vera, Shirley and Freda. She was also predeceased by her grandson, Evan Chester Martens.
In saying farewell to Frannie, all of us who knew her acknowledge that we are not only saying good-bye to a daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, but also to a remarkable individual. With her sharp, perceptive mind, singular memory capacity and wise world-view, she leaves a notable weave in life’s fabric.
In her life’s work, Frannie specialized in the domain of the intimate. Home and hearth were her curatorships. It would be difficult to find another who put as much thoughtful and compassionate care into the art of creating a home and raising a family. She was an astute observer of human nature, patient and wise in her counsel. Frannie placed great value on the importance of education in children’s lives, and especially as it pertained to her daughters’ futures. She was very forward-thinking: aware of and concerned about the world issues of her time. She believed in justice and doing the right thing.
Fran was an avid, appreciative observer of the natural world, especially birds. With her binoculars at hand, she took great pleasure in observing the comings and goings of wildlife on her property and at the beautiful Leonard’s Cove in front of her home. Fran was a formidable Scrabble player and a crossword puzzle aficionado. She was an accurate keeper of family history and an often humorous teller of family stories. Her lifelong love of music, dancing and singing was something she really looked forward to and enjoyed. Fran also always enjoyed a cup of tea with neighbors and community friends and relished stimulating conversation. She will be forever missed.?
Fran is survived by her daughters and their families, Chloe Innis, Calgary, Alberta; Terry (Innis) Martens, husband, Peter Martens, Medstead, Saskatchewan and their adult children, Gabrielle Lizotte, Edmonton, Alberta and Jonathan Martens, Medstead, Saskatchewan; CeLeta (Innis) McDade, partner Daniel R.E. MacMillan, Albert Bridge, Nova Scotia and CeLeta’s son, Mitchell McDade, Hubbards, Nova Scotia. Fran is also survived by three siblings, Harold Bezanson, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Joan McNutt, Truro, Nova Scotia and Karen Grace, Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia and nieces and nephews too numerous to mention, but you know who you are. Fran also leaves five great-grandchildren, Blayke and Katelyn Lizotte, Edmonton, Alberta and Gracie, River and Willow Martens, Medstead, Saskatchewan.?
At Fran’s request, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Her cremated remains will be laid to rest beside her husband, Ches at St. Andrew’s United Church cemetery in her beloved home community of Elderbank, Nova Scotia. The date and time of her interment will follow at a later date, in the Cape Breton Post and Chronicle Herald newspapers. All are welcome who wish to attend the graveside service, followed by a reception at St. Andrew’s. If unable to attend, the family asks that you celebrate Fran in the manner that fits your memories of her life.5
1931-2018
Frances Louise (Bezanson) Innis - Marion Bridge/Elderbank, Nova Scotia
With saddened hearts, the family of Frances Innis announces her passing on Friday, October 26, 2018, at the age of 87.
Born July 16, 1931, in Otter Brook, Colchester County, Nova Scotia, to parents, Samuel William
Bezanson and Mary Elizabeth (Whalen) Bezanson, Frances was the ninth of fifteen siblings, and part of a very musical family, which relocated to Elderbank, Nova Scotia in 1936. The family’s livelihood consisted of farming and an annual Christmas tree business. It was in Elderbank that Frances received her formal schooling and where she spent the early years of her marriage and motherhood.
Frances, who throughout her life has been affectionately called Fran, Francie or Frannie, was predeceased by her loving husband, Chester, who was never far from her thoughts following his death in 1998. Married December 17, 1947, following Chester’s return from active service in WW2 and an ensuing courtship, Fran and her beloved, Ches enjoyed 50 years of marriage and the raising of three daughters, affectionately known as "the girls". Together, they established their first home in Elderbank until 1963, and then their much loved and visited home in Marion Bridge, Nova Scotia.
Fran was also predeceased by 11 of her siblings, William, Ervine, John, Douglas, Lorne, Eileen, Alma, Rosamond, Vera, Shirley and Freda. She was also predeceased by her grandson, Evan Chester Martens.
In saying farewell to Frannie, all of us who knew her acknowledge that we are not only saying good-bye to a daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, but also to a remarkable individual. With her sharp, perceptive mind, singular memory capacity and wise world-view, she leaves a notable weave in life’s fabric.
In her life’s work, Frannie specialized in the domain of the intimate. Home and hearth were her curatorships. It would be difficult to find another who put as much thoughtful and compassionate care into the art of creating a home and raising a family. She was an astute observer of human nature, patient and wise in her counsel. Frannie placed great value on the importance of education in children’s lives, and especially as it pertained to her daughters’ futures. She was very forward-thinking: aware of and concerned about the world issues of her time. She believed in justice and doing the right thing.
Fran was an avid, appreciative observer of the natural world, especially birds. With her binoculars at hand, she took great pleasure in observing the comings and goings of wildlife on her property and at the beautiful Leonard’s Cove in front of her home. Fran was a formidable Scrabble player and a crossword puzzle aficionado. She was an accurate keeper of family history and an often humorous teller of family stories. Her lifelong love of music, dancing and singing was something she really looked forward to and enjoyed. Fran also always enjoyed a cup of tea with neighbors and community friends and relished stimulating conversation. She will be forever missed.?
Fran is survived by her daughters and their families, Chloe Innis, Calgary, Alberta; Terry (Innis) Martens, husband, Peter Martens, Medstead, Saskatchewan and their adult children, Gabrielle Lizotte, Edmonton, Alberta and Jonathan Martens, Medstead, Saskatchewan; CeLeta (Innis) McDade, partner Daniel R.E. MacMillan, Albert Bridge, Nova Scotia and CeLeta’s son, Mitchell McDade, Hubbards, Nova Scotia. Fran is also survived by three siblings, Harold Bezanson, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Joan McNutt, Truro, Nova Scotia and Karen Grace, Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia and nieces and nephews too numerous to mention, but you know who you are. Fran also leaves five great-grandchildren, Blayke and Katelyn Lizotte, Edmonton, Alberta and Gracie, River and Willow Martens, Medstead, Saskatchewan.?
At Fran’s request, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Her cremated remains will be laid to rest beside her husband, Ches at St. Andrew’s United Church cemetery in her beloved home community of Elderbank, Nova Scotia. The date and time of her interment will follow at a later date, in the Cape Breton Post and Chronicle Herald newspapers. All are welcome who wish to attend the graveside service, followed by a reception at St. Andrew’s. If unable to attend, the family asks that you celebrate Fran in the manner that fits your memories of her life.5
| Last Edited | 28 Oct 2018 |
Citations
- [S1] Dorothy Evans, Bezansons from Nova Scotia, 183.
- [S2] Frances Innis Death Notice, The Chronicle-Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 27 October 2018.
- [S2] Chester L. (Ches) Innis Death Notice, The Chronicle-Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 7 April 1998.
- [S467] Lunenburg County GenWeb, "Lunenburg County Obituaries", 30 March 1998, Samuel William (Bill) Bezanson.
- [S680] Frances Innis Death Notice, Sydney Memorial Chapel (Sydney, Nova Scotia).
Chester LeRoy Innis1
M, #23110, b. circa 1918, d. 5 April 1998
Family | Frances Louise Bezanson b. 16 Jul 1931, d. 26 Oct 2018 |
Chester LeRoy Innis was born circa 1918 at Elderbank, Nova Scotia.2 He married Frances Louise Bezanson on 17 December 1947. She was 16.1,3,2 Chester LeRoy Innis died on 5 April 1998 at Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, Nova Scotia.2 He was buried in St. Andrew's United Church Cemetery, Elderbank, Nova Scotia.2
Obituary from The Chronicle-Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 7 April 1998:
Obituary from The Chronicle-Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 7 April 1998:
INNIS, Chester L. (Ches) - 80, Hillside Road, Marion Bridge, died April 5, 1998, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital.
Born in Elderbank, Halifax Co., he was the eldest son of the late Milton L. and Bessie (Ogilvie) Innis. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving overseas with the Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders from 1940-1945. He was a leading lineman with the Nova Scotia Power Corp., retiring in 1982.
Surviving are his wife of 50 years, the former Frances Bezanson; daughters, Chloe (Lynn) Innis, Calgary, Alta; Terry (Mrs. Peter Martens), Medstead, Sask; Celeta (Mrs. Mark McDade), Mississauga, Ont; a granddaughter; two grandsons; sisters, Alice (Mrs. Paul Fournier), Musquodoboit Harbour; Frances (Kay) Bowman, Port Hawkesbury; brothers, Gerald, Elderbank; Murray, Pictou.
He was predeceased by grandson, Evan Chester Martens.
Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, funeral 2 p.m. Thursday, both in Sydney Memorial Chapel, Allison Davis officiating. Burial in St. Andrew's United Cemetery, Elderbank.2
Born in Elderbank, Halifax Co., he was the eldest son of the late Milton L. and Bessie (Ogilvie) Innis. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving overseas with the Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders from 1940-1945. He was a leading lineman with the Nova Scotia Power Corp., retiring in 1982.
Surviving are his wife of 50 years, the former Frances Bezanson; daughters, Chloe (Lynn) Innis, Calgary, Alta; Terry (Mrs. Peter Martens), Medstead, Sask; Celeta (Mrs. Mark McDade), Mississauga, Ont; a granddaughter; two grandsons; sisters, Alice (Mrs. Paul Fournier), Musquodoboit Harbour; Frances (Kay) Bowman, Port Hawkesbury; brothers, Gerald, Elderbank; Murray, Pictou.
He was predeceased by grandson, Evan Chester Martens.
Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, funeral 2 p.m. Thursday, both in Sydney Memorial Chapel, Allison Davis officiating. Burial in St. Andrew's United Cemetery, Elderbank.2
| Last Edited | 28 Oct 2018 |
Ethel Henry1
F, #23115, b. 1931, d. 5 April 1987
| Father* | Roy C. Henry2 b. 17 Sep 1880, d. 1955 |
| Mother* | Annie Snair2 |
Family | John Edward Bezanson b. 1 Feb 1925, d. 8 Aug 1998 |
| Children |
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Ethel Henry was born in 1931.1 She married John Edward Bezanson on 14 September 1951 at Upper Stewiacke, Nova Scotia. He was 26.1,3 Ethel Henry died on 5 April 1987.1
| Last Edited | 23 Sep 2001 |
Verna Paulette Bezanson1
F, #23116, b. 1953, d. 1953
| Father* | Bill Bezanson1 b. 24 Jul 1922, d. 29 Mar 1998 |
| Mother* | Roxy Madeline Dean1 b. c 1931, d. 25 Jan 2013 |
| Relationship | 5th great-granddaughter of Jean George Bezanson |
| Last Edited | 5 Mar 2004 |
Citations
- [S467] Lunenburg County GenWeb, "Lunenburg County Obituaries", 30 March 1998, Samuel William (Bill) Bezanson.
- [S626] Bob Hegerich, Cemetery Records of Halifax County, St. Andrew's United Cemetery, Elderbank, Stone #9, "Bezanson, Samuel W. B. 1922 D. 1998 Dean, Roxy M. B. 1930 Bezanson, Verna P. B. 1953 D. 1953."
Ervine Lenfast Bezanson1
M, #23117, b. 9 November 1923, d. 24 March 2002
| Father* | Samuel William Bezanson2 b. 7 Mar 1892, d. 1975 |
| Mother* | Mary Elizabeth Whalen2 b. 1901, d. 1982 |
Family | Florence Eileen Archibald b. 29 Jul 1930, d. 23 Apr 2007 |
| Child |
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| Relationship | 4th great-grandson of Jean George Bezanson |
Ervine Lenfast Bezanson was also known as Irvine Lefast Bezanson.2 He was also known as Ervin Lenfast Bezanson.3 He was born on 9 November 1923 at Upper Stewiacke, Nova Scotia.4,5 He married Florence Eileen Archibald on 16 May 1947 at Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. He was 23. She was 16.2,3,5 Ervine Lenfast Bezanson lived in Middle Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia.2 He died on 24 March 2002 at Middle Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia, at age 78.6 He was buried in Hillside Cemetery, Middle Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia.6
Obituary from The Halifax Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 26 March 2002:
Obituary from The Halifax Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 26 March 2002:
BEZANSON, Ervine Lenfast - November 9, 1923 to March 24, 2002. He was a son of the late Samuel and Bessie (Whalen) Bezanson. Ervine's death occurred in hospital in Middle Musquodoboit due to long-time effects of emphysema and the recent complications of carpal tunnel caused by CPPD Arthritis.
He resided in Upper Stewiacke where he was born and Otter Brook, Benvie Hill, Newton Mills, Elderbank and Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit. He was a chauffeur for Dr. J.R. Cameron, a mill worker and transfer truck driver for Annand's Transfer; a bus driver/caretaker at Musquodoboit Central Elementary School. He was a self taught plumber, woodworker and electrician and used these talents to build his family home. Ervine had a lifelong interest in fishing, hunting and custom crafting metal and wood items such as guitars, bobsleds and school pointers. No matter what his age, Ervine's favorite pastime was music, whether dancing to it at local halls or listening to his all time favorite gospel or country music.
Besides his wife, Florence Eileen (Archibald), he is survived by daughters, Carolyn (Ralph) O'Connell, Dartmouth; Doreen (Grant) Gerlitz, Edmonton, Alberta; Carla (Robin) Matheson, Elmsvale; Dale (Robert "Bob") MacDonald, Truro; Teena (John) Dickey, Centre Musquodoboit; Theresa Bezanson (Brian Johnson), Upper Musquodoboit; son, Tony (Stella Currie) Bezanson, Glenmore; 11 grandsons; six granddaughters; one great-grandson; two step great-granddaughters; brothers, Douglas, Meaghers Grant; Harold, New Glasgow; sisters, Alma Swinemer, Dartmouth; Vera (Leon) Carter, Middleboro; Frances Innis, Marion Bridge; Joan McNutt, Truro; Karen (William) Grace, Wallace; Freda (Ken) Weatherbie, Tatamagouche.
He was predeceased by son, Chris; brothers, William, Johnnie, Lorne; sisters, Eileen and in infancy, Shirley and Rosamond.
No visitation. A Celebration of Life service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, in Middleton United Church, Middle Musquodoboit, Rev. Marjorie Cornelius and Rev. Gary Burrill officiating. Spring interment in Hillside Cemetery. Reception to follow at the church.6
He resided in Upper Stewiacke where he was born and Otter Brook, Benvie Hill, Newton Mills, Elderbank and Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit. He was a chauffeur for Dr. J.R. Cameron, a mill worker and transfer truck driver for Annand's Transfer; a bus driver/caretaker at Musquodoboit Central Elementary School. He was a self taught plumber, woodworker and electrician and used these talents to build his family home. Ervine had a lifelong interest in fishing, hunting and custom crafting metal and wood items such as guitars, bobsleds and school pointers. No matter what his age, Ervine's favorite pastime was music, whether dancing to it at local halls or listening to his all time favorite gospel or country music.
Besides his wife, Florence Eileen (Archibald), he is survived by daughters, Carolyn (Ralph) O'Connell, Dartmouth; Doreen (Grant) Gerlitz, Edmonton, Alberta; Carla (Robin) Matheson, Elmsvale; Dale (Robert "Bob") MacDonald, Truro; Teena (John) Dickey, Centre Musquodoboit; Theresa Bezanson (Brian Johnson), Upper Musquodoboit; son, Tony (Stella Currie) Bezanson, Glenmore; 11 grandsons; six granddaughters; one great-grandson; two step great-granddaughters; brothers, Douglas, Meaghers Grant; Harold, New Glasgow; sisters, Alma Swinemer, Dartmouth; Vera (Leon) Carter, Middleboro; Frances Innis, Marion Bridge; Joan McNutt, Truro; Karen (William) Grace, Wallace; Freda (Ken) Weatherbie, Tatamagouche.
He was predeceased by son, Chris; brothers, William, Johnnie, Lorne; sisters, Eileen and in infancy, Shirley and Rosamond.
No visitation. A Celebration of Life service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, in Middleton United Church, Middle Musquodoboit, Rev. Marjorie Cornelius and Rev. Gary Burrill officiating. Spring interment in Hillside Cemetery. Reception to follow at the church.6
| Last Edited | 8 May 2015 |
Citations
- [S467] Lunenburg County GenWeb, "Lunenburg County Obituaries", 2 February 2000, BEZANSON, Christopher Archibald "Chris."
- [S1] Dorothy Evans, Bezansons from Nova Scotia, 183.
- [S518] Douglas Sinnis, "Douglas Sinnis Genealogy Page."
- [S1] Dorothy Evans, Bezansons from Nova Scotia, 183, where the birth date is "1924."
- [S582] R.W. Rick Redmond, "Descendants of Samuel Bezanson??," e-mail to John Cardinal, July 10, 2002.
- [S2] Ervine Lenfast Bezanson Death Notice, The Halifax Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 26 March 2002.
Florence Eileen Archibald1,2
F, #23118, b. 29 July 1930, d. 23 April 2007
| Father* | William Harrison Archibald2 b. 31 Jan 1896, d. 29 Dec 1934 |
| Mother* | Florence Adelaide Bell2 d. a 1996 |
Family | Ervine Lenfast Bezanson b. 9 Nov 1923, d. 24 Mar 2002 |
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Florence Eileen Archibald was born on 29 July 1930 at Glenmore, Nova Scotia.3 She married Ervine Lenfast Bezanson on 16 May 1947 at Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. She was 16. He was 23.4,2,3 Florence Eileen Archibald died on 23 April 2007 at Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital, Middle Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia, at age 76.5 She was buried in Hillside Cemetery, Middle Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia.5
Death Notice from The Halifax Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 25 April 2007:
Death Notice from The Halifax Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 25 April 2007:
BEZANSON, Florence Eileen - 76, Middle Musquodoboit, died April 23, 2007, in Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital, Middle Musquodoboit, in the loving presence of her family. Florence was born in Glenmore, a daughter of the late Harrison and Florence "Flo" Archibald. She was a homemaker, whose life centered around her family. Prior to that she was a domestic aide to Dr. J.R. Cameron, where she met and married Ervine Bezanson. Over the years, Florence enjoyed sewing, attending local dances with Ervine, gardening, bingo and music (especially Newfie). Most of all, Florence took great delight entertaining the animals in her own backyard.
She is survived by daughters, Carolyn (Ralph) O'Connell, Dartmouth; Doreen (Grant) Gerlitz, Edmonton, Alta; Carla (Robin) Matheson, Elmsvale; Dale (Robert "Bob") MacDonald, Truro; Teena (John) Dickey, Centre Musquodoboit; Theresa Bezanson, Elmsvale; son, Tony (Stella Currie) Bezanson, Glenmore; 11 grandsons; six granddaughters; three great-grandsons; two step great-granddaughters; one great-granddaughter. She is also survived by sister, Mae (Jack) McBeth, Barrie, Ont; brothers, Bill Archibald, Brampton, Ont; Frank (Norma) Archibald, Carl (Greta) Archibald, both of Glenmore; Donnie (Jean) Archibald, Ottawa, Ont.
She was predeceased by her husband, Ervine; son, Chris; brothers, George and Everett Archibald; sister-in-law, Carol Archibald. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service for family and close friends will be held at a later date in Hillside Cemetery, Middle Musquodoboit, Rev. Marjory Cornelius officiating.5
She is survived by daughters, Carolyn (Ralph) O'Connell, Dartmouth; Doreen (Grant) Gerlitz, Edmonton, Alta; Carla (Robin) Matheson, Elmsvale; Dale (Robert "Bob") MacDonald, Truro; Teena (John) Dickey, Centre Musquodoboit; Theresa Bezanson, Elmsvale; son, Tony (Stella Currie) Bezanson, Glenmore; 11 grandsons; six granddaughters; three great-grandsons; two step great-granddaughters; one great-granddaughter. She is also survived by sister, Mae (Jack) McBeth, Barrie, Ont; brothers, Bill Archibald, Brampton, Ont; Frank (Norma) Archibald, Carl (Greta) Archibald, both of Glenmore; Donnie (Jean) Archibald, Ottawa, Ont.
She was predeceased by her husband, Ervine; son, Chris; brothers, George and Everett Archibald; sister-in-law, Carol Archibald. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service for family and close friends will be held at a later date in Hillside Cemetery, Middle Musquodoboit, Rev. Marjory Cornelius officiating.5
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Citations
- [S1] Dorothy Evans, Bezansons from Nova Scotia, 183, which does not include her middle name.
- [S518] Douglas Sinnis, "Douglas Sinnis Genealogy Page."
- [S582] R.W. Rick Redmond, "Descendants of Samuel Bezanson??," e-mail to John Cardinal, July 10, 2002.
- [S1] Dorothy Evans, Bezansons from Nova Scotia, 183.
- [S2] Florence Eileen Bezanson Death Notice, The Halifax Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 25 April 2007.
Lorne Carleton Bezanson1,2
M, #23119, b. 27 March 1935, d. 24 May 1999
| Father* | Samuel William Bezanson2 b. 7 Mar 1892, d. 1975 |
| Mother* | Mary Elizabeth Whalen2 b. 1901, d. 1982 |
Family | Gloria Marie Vacharasse b. 19 Nov 1932, d. 3 Aug 2013 |
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| Relationship | 4th great-grandson of Jean George Bezanson |
Lorne Carleton Bezanson was born on 27 March 1935.2,3 He married Gloria Marie Vacharasse.2 Lorne Carleton Bezanson died on 24 May 1999 at Elderbank, Nova Scotia, at age 64.4,3 He was buried on 28 May 1999 in St. Andrew's United Church Cemetery, Elderbank, Nova Scotia.4,3
Death Notice from The Chronicle-Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 26 May 1999:
Death Notice from The Chronicle-Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 26 May 1999:
BEZANSON, Lorne Carleton - 64, Elderbank, Halifax Co., died May 24, 1999, at home. Born in Benvie Hill, Colchester Co., he was a son of the late Samuel William and Mary Elizabeth "Bessie"(Whalen) Bezanson.
Surviving are daughters, Donna Majcan, Calgary; Sherry Annand, Arthur, Ont; Cathee Tumbridge, Bermuda; Janice Hauswirth, Sackville; sons, Stephen, Shubenacadie; Tim, Sackville; 13 grandchildren; a great-grandson; brothers, Ervine, Middle Musquodoboit; Doug, Meaghers Grant; Harold, New Glasgow; sisters, Eileen Geldart, Wittenburg; Alma Swinemer, Dartmouth; Vera Carter, Middleton; Frances Innes, Marion Bridge; Joan McNutt, Karen Grace, Truro; Freda Weatherby, Cumberland County; several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by brothers, William, John; sisters, Shirley, Rosamond.
Visitation 7-9 p.m. Thursday, funeral 2 p.m. Friday, both in St. Andrews United Church, Elderbank, Linda Yates officiating. Burial to follow in the church cemetery. Family flowers only.4
Surviving are daughters, Donna Majcan, Calgary; Sherry Annand, Arthur, Ont; Cathee Tumbridge, Bermuda; Janice Hauswirth, Sackville; sons, Stephen, Shubenacadie; Tim, Sackville; 13 grandchildren; a great-grandson; brothers, Ervine, Middle Musquodoboit; Doug, Meaghers Grant; Harold, New Glasgow; sisters, Eileen Geldart, Wittenburg; Alma Swinemer, Dartmouth; Vera Carter, Middleton; Frances Innes, Marion Bridge; Joan McNutt, Karen Grace, Truro; Freda Weatherby, Cumberland County; several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by brothers, William, John; sisters, Shirley, Rosamond.
Visitation 7-9 p.m. Thursday, funeral 2 p.m. Friday, both in St. Andrews United Church, Elderbank, Linda Yates officiating. Burial to follow in the church cemetery. Family flowers only.4
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Citations
- [S680] Vera May Carter Death Notice, Mundle’s Funeral Home (Pugwash, Nova Scotia).
- [S1] Dorothy Evans, Bezansons from Nova Scotia, 183.
- [S626] Bob Hegerich, Cemetery Records of Halifax County, St. Andrew's United Cemetery, Elderbank, Stone #8, Bezanson, Lorne Carlton, "Bezanson, Lorne Carlton B. March 27, 1935 D. May 24, 1999 Husband Of Gloria Marie Vacheresse, Son Of Samuel & Roxy."
- [S2] Lorne Carleton Bezanson Death Notice, The Halifax Chronicle-Herald (Halifax, Nova Scotia), 26 May 1999, provided by Carolyn O'Connell.
Gloria Marie Vacharasse1
F, #23120, b. 19 November 1932, d. 3 August 2013
Family | Lorne Carleton Bezanson b. 27 Mar 1935, d. 24 May 1999 |
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Marie (Vacharasse) Bezanson
Obituary, 7 August 2013:
Bezanson; Marie
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Marie Bezanson, on August 3rd, 2013.
Born on November 19, 1932, in Brooklyn, Queens Co., she was the daughter of the late Edna (Kaulback) and F. Theodore Vacheresse.
Marie spent most of her life living in and around Nova Scotia and later moved to Mount Forest, Ont. to live with her daughter. Life held many enjoyments for Marie. She was outgoing, enjoyed people, particularly children, travel, many arts and crafts, skating, fishing, cards and music. She taught pre-school for many years and later in life was a caregiver for the elderly.
She is survived by her children, Donna Majcan, Airdrie, Alta; Sherry Annand, Mount Forest, Ont; Cathee (Lenny) Tumbridge, Bermuda; Janice (Kai) Hauswirth, Lower Sackville; Stephen (Andrea), Shubenacadie; Tim (Roisin), Beaver Bank; 15 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; sister, Joan (William) Penney, Ottawa, Ont; and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by two sisters, Jacqueline Vacheresse and Donita Card, (Lunenburg); ex-husband, Lorne C Bezanson (Elderbank).
Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held Saturday, August 10th, 11 AM in First Sackville Presbyterian Church, 60 Beaverbank Rd., Lower Sackville. At the request of Marie, a private family committal will take place at United Baptist Cemetery, Liverpool.2
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Marie Bezanson, on August 3rd, 2013.
Born on November 19, 1932, in Brooklyn, Queens Co., she was the daughter of the late Edna (Kaulback) and F. Theodore Vacheresse.
Marie spent most of her life living in and around Nova Scotia and later moved to Mount Forest, Ont. to live with her daughter. Life held many enjoyments for Marie. She was outgoing, enjoyed people, particularly children, travel, many arts and crafts, skating, fishing, cards and music. She taught pre-school for many years and later in life was a caregiver for the elderly.
She is survived by her children, Donna Majcan, Airdrie, Alta; Sherry Annand, Mount Forest, Ont; Cathee (Lenny) Tumbridge, Bermuda; Janice (Kai) Hauswirth, Lower Sackville; Stephen (Andrea), Shubenacadie; Tim (Roisin), Beaver Bank; 15 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; sister, Joan (William) Penney, Ottawa, Ont; and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by two sisters, Jacqueline Vacheresse and Donita Card, (Lunenburg); ex-husband, Lorne C Bezanson (Elderbank).
Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held Saturday, August 10th, 11 AM in First Sackville Presbyterian Church, 60 Beaverbank Rd., Lower Sackville. At the request of Marie, a private family committal will take place at United Baptist Cemetery, Liverpool.2
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