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Robinson, James Edward "Jim" – With heavy hearts the family of Jim (James Edward) Robinson of Round Hill, Anna. Co. announce his passing on May 7, 2018. Jim was born April 5, 1929 in Bridgetown, NS. He was a son of the late Kenneth and Myrtle (Bezanson) Robinson and was predeceased by his brother Kenneth Jr. and sister Olive (Crispe). He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 70 years, Gertrude "Gertie/Trudy" (Thibideau) originally of Lequille, NS, his son David and daughter Susan. He also leaves behind his grandson Billy, brother-in-law Dean (Wilma) Thibideau, numerous nieces and nephews as well as many friends.

Jim married the love of his life in 1948 in the little church in Lequille. They had just celebrated their 70th anniversary March 10th. Jim and Gertie's years together were filled with fun, travelling and love. They made many wonderful friends everywhere they went. For everything they've seen and accomplished, they were hand in hand together. Their's was truly a love story to be remembered and admired.

After marriage Jim moved to Brantford, Ont. where he worked as a bindery man at Hurley's Printing Company for 21 years. During this time they bought a house in Scotland, just a short drive from Brantford where they put down roots for the next 16 years. Jim always had a longing to see the Canadian Rockies and after a few vacations out west he moved his family to Calgary in 1973. While there he worked as a fine finishing carpenter at ATCO Homes. For a man who loved to travel Canada, the call of the east eventually beckoned. He returned back home to the valley in 1983 to retire, this time settling in Round Hill, halfway between each of their parents homes.

Jim was an avid sports fan his entire life. Growing up in a hockey family he was also the Captain of the Bridgetown Hawks, winners of the 1947 championship and was inducted into the Bridgetown Hall of Fame along with his team-mates. He was a lifetime fan of his beloved Boston Red Sox and Bruins and when football came around he cheered for the Patriots as well. If games aired at the same time he found a way to watch or listen to all of them! Living in Scotland he attended many Brantford Warrior lacrosse games and in Calgary he went to all the Stampeder football games.

Of the jobs Jim had, his true calling was carpentry. He always loved to work with wood and had amazing skill with building furniture and cabinetry. His talent became clear when he worked for a time with Andy DeBoer after coming home. There are many homes around the valley with kitchen cupboards or other furniture in them built by Jim. Many people still have a deacon's bench, roll top breadbox or other wooden item created by his hands. When he finally stopped working outside the home Jim loved to keep active. He enjoyed fishing, walking, riding his bicycle and had even gotten back into ice skating in the last couple years until a bad hip prevented him from continuing. He must've picked up some quilting genes from his mother for he and Gertie spent most of their free time making quilts. Jim would design, cut and sew and Gertie would hand quilt them. They made the most beautiful quilts together. He really enjoyed attending community card games with his wife and Saturdays having friends to their own home for 45s.

Special thanks to staff at ACHC. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Kaulbach Family Funeral Home, Bridgetown. Visitation will be held 6 -8 pm Friday, May 11, with a funeral service held 2:00 pm, Saturday May 12, 2018 both from the Kaulbach Family Funeral Home, Bridgetown. Rev. Brian Wallace officiating. Burial will be at a later date.²

White, Richard Everett - 73. Meadowvale, Kings Co., died November 18, 2004, in Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Born in West Newberry, Mass., he was a son of the late Everett and Winnifred (Bezanson) White.

He was a construction supervisor for many large projects in Eastern Canada for Foundation Canada. He was a residential contractor for many years and was a wood craftsman. He was also a country gospel singer in the family group “The Neighbors” and later “The Whites”.

He is survived by his wife, the former Lilla Sanford; sons, Stephen (Lorraine Jamieson), Kingston; Matthew (Chrissie), Fredricton; sisters, Leota (Edward) Boutilier, Greenwood; Rose (Donald) Snyder, Tremont; brother, Allan, Meadowvale; grandchildren, Nathan, Shala, Molly, Luke and Grace.

He was predeceased by a sister, Connie.

Visitation was held Saturday in Warren T. Roop Funeral Home, Middleton. Funeral service was held in Torbrook United Baptist Church, Torbrook, Rev. Bill McLeod and Pastor Tonya Kucey officiated. Interment in Tremont Cemetery.³

Snider, Rosamond Winnifred “Rose” of Tremont passed away at Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville on Monday, November 2, 2015 surrounded by her family. Born in Brickton, she was a daughter of the late Everett and Winnifred (Bezanson) White.

Rose worked as a master hair stylist in her early years and was a former Apple Blossom princess for Kingston. In later years, she worked as an addiction counsellor in Kentville. Rose enjoyed country and gospel music performing at many fundraisers for churches and people in need. She sang in many variety shows throughout the years and throughout the Annapolis Valley and was a member of several musical groups such as The White Family, Neighbours, The Nighthawks and Val-Lee-Rose. Rose was a very kind, loving wife, mother and friend to everyone. She will be sadly missed by everyone she came in contact with.

She is survived by her husband Don; daughters Holly Keith, Bridgetown; Heather Best, Meadowvale; sons, Dan (Tammy) Snider, Westville; Donny Snider (Sherry Bezanson), South Greenwood; Ricky Snider, Greenwood; sister Lee (Ed) Boutilier, Meadowvale; 16 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Rose was predeceased by brothers Richard White and Allan White.

Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, November 4th in Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main St. (902) 825-3448. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, November 5th in Church of the Nazarene in Tremont, officiated by Pastor Neil Armstrong. Interment will be in Tremont Cemetery, with a reception following for family and friends at New Beginnings Church, 1151 Bridge St., Greenwood.¹

White, Allan Reid - 71, Tremont, died peacefully on September 21, 2010, in Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Born in Mount Hanley, he lived most of his life in Tremont.

At age 15, Allan was baptized in Kingston United Baptist Church along with his dad and sister, Lee. He then became a long-time member of Tremont United Baptist Church. Allan worked for many years as a carpenter. He enjoyed singing, playing guitar, and writing songs. He participated in many local benefit and community concerts over the years. The family remembers fondly a two hour concert held several years ago in Harmony, where all of the songs performed were written by Allan.

Allan was predeceased by his parents, Everett and Winnifred; and brother, Richard.

He leaves behind his children, Terry (Michelle), Greg (Annita), Tony (Cindy), Tammy (Mike), and Laren; grandchildren, Kristen, Laura, Nicole, Jesse, Joseph, David, Jonathon, and Anthony; sisters, Rose (Don Snider), Lee (Ed Boutilier), and sister-in-law, Lilla White.

Allan had a special place in our hearts and was dearly loved by all, including nieces, nephews, and friends.

Funeral will be held today at 2 p.m. in Annapolis Valley Community Church of the Nazarene, Tremont, Rev. Leon Langille officiating. Burial to follow in New Tremont Cemetery.³

DeMILLE, Lester Robert - 55, Berwick West, Kings County, died March 18, 1993, at home.

Born in Berwick, he was a son of the late Robert S. and Isabelle M. (Bezanson) DeMille. He worked as woodworker and later was a self-employed carpenter.

He is survived by a son, Allan, Auburn, Kings County; daughter, Lynn, Somerset, Kings County; three sisters, Olive (Mrs. Melbourne Keddy), Berwick; Phyllis (Mrs. Donald Lee), Auburn; Janet, Berwick; several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by a sister, Maxine.

The body is in H.C. Lindsay Memorial Chapel, Berwick, visiting 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Saturday, where funeral will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Rev. Whitley Trueman officiating. Burial will be in Berwick Cemetery.²