Obituaries

Jeannine Breau

Jeannine Breau

Dec 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeannine (Fournier) Breau, at the Miramichi Regional Hospital on December 12, 2025.

Born in Tracadie, she was the daughter of the late Medrick and Mina (Hebert) Fournier. She was a homemaker and also a caregiver in her younger years.

She will be greatly missed by her sons, Francis (Tina) of Calgary,...

David George Lee

David George Lee

Jan 9, 2026

David George Lee, of South Nelson, passed away at home on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the age of 77.

Born in Newcastle, he was the son of the late Wilson and Ruth (Johnson) Lee. He worked in construction and at the mill prior to his retirement.

He will be greatly missed by his children, Jamey Lee (Nicole) of Sunny Corner and...

Hayward Clayton Stewart

Hayward Clayton Stewart

Jan 1, 2026

It is with the deepest sorrow, and faith in the highest hope, that we announce the passing of Hayward Clayton Stewart, of Doaktown, whom God welcomed Home on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital in Fredericton, at the age of 77.

Born in Blissfield NB , he was the son of the late Clayton and Hilda (Connors) Stewart. Hayward...

Ronald MacDonald

Ronald MacDonald

Dec 31, 2025

Ronald MacDonald, of Miramichi, passed away at the Miramichi Regional Hospital on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at the age of 64.

Born in Miramichi, he was the son of the late Melbourne and Queenie (MacGarvie) MacDonald. He was a millwright by trade.

He will be greatly missed by his siblings, Donna (Donald Black) of Rothesay, Hudson MacDonald (Late Anita) of Langley, BC,...

Tracey Dawn Nowlan

Tracey Dawn Nowlan

Dec 30, 2025

Tracey Dawn (Brawn) Nowlan, of Blissfield, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, at the age of 52.

Born in Fredericton, NB, she was the daughter of Rowena (Stewart) Brawn and the late Blair "Ashley" Brawn. She worked as the manager at the Old Mill Pond golf course and enjoyed making people happy.

She will be greatly...

Barbara Kathleen (Gillis) Gallop

Barbara Kathleen (Gillis) Gallop

Dec 29, 2025

The death of Barbara (Gillis) Gallop occurred on December 29, 2025 at the Mount Saint Joseph Nursing Home at the age of 78. 

Barbara was born at the Campbellton Hospital November 17, 1947 to Norah (Wetmore) Gillis and Michael A. Gillis. 

Barbara met her husband, Philip Gallop who worked for the Federal Department of Fisheries on the Miramichi. Soon after they married,...

Andrew Thomas Larsen

Andrew Thomas Larsen

Dec 28, 2025

Andrew Thomas Larsen, of Miramichi, passed away at his residence on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at the age of 72, with both daughters by his side.

Born in Miramichi, he was the son of the late Norval and Sadie Larsen. He worked as a carpenter prior to his retirement and really enjoyed spending time back at the camp. His love for...

Charles Allen Whitney

Charles Allen Whitney

Dec 27, 2025

Charles Allen Whitney, of Miramichi, passed away at Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary, Alberta, on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at the age of 77.

Born in Miramichi, he was the son of the late John and Theresa (McLean) Whitney. He was a butcher for 51 years, first starting out at Mitchell's Meat Market and then Miramichi Meats for 34 years until...

Robert Leroy Waye

Robert Leroy Waye

Dec 24, 2025

The death of Robert (Bobby) Leroy Waye, of Mount Saint Joseph Nursing Home and formerly of South Esk, NB, occurred on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at the age of 80. He was the son of the late Robert & Ada (Hare) Waye of Wayerton.

Bobby is survived by his children: David Waye of South Esk, and Marie Matchett (Kirby) of Miramichi;...

Judith Ann McDowell

Judith Ann McDowell

Dec 24, 2025

Judith Ann (Mollins) McDowell, of Miramichi, passed away peacefully at Percy's Place, on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at the age of 73. She had been diagnosed with Cancer in Jan 2025.

Born in Sydney, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Helen (Campbell) Mollins. Judi was a retired teacher, employed 34 years, at James M. Hill Memorial...

Bryant David Lukiv

Bryant David Lukiv

Dec 18, 2025

Bryant David Lukiv of Trout Brook, NB was born in Lethbridge, Alberta October 15th,1947 to David Lukiv and Elizabeth Lukiv (Kallai) predeceased.

He passed away on Thursday, December 18th in the Miramichi Regional Hospital, NB after he lost his battle to cancer.

Bryant spent the majority of his life as a long haul truck driver logging most of his miles to Alaska...

Neil Brian Michael MacDonald

Neil Brian Michael MacDonald

Dec 16, 2025

Neil Brian Michael MacDonald, of Miramichi, passed away peacefully at Losier Hall on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at the age of 75.

Born in Campbellton, he was the son of the late Allan and Etta (Brown) MacDonald. Neil worked for the Department of Fisheries and Oceans as a Fisheries Officer and enjoyed fishing, boating and drives in the woods.

He will be...

Gloria Lynn Ward

Gloria Lynn Ward

Dec 14, 2025

Gloria Lynn Ward, of Natoaganeg (Eel Ground), passed away at her residence on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the age of 53.

Born in Miramichi, NB, she was the daughter of the late Anthony Ward and Theresa (Vicaire) Ward. Gloria was a proud indigenous woman with a deep love for her culture. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading books that...

Jennie Marie Schofield

Jennie Marie Schofield

Dec 14, 2025

Jennie Marie Schofield, formerly of Renous, passed away at Losier Hall on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the age of 92.

Jennie was born on November 11, 1933, in Renous, New Brunswick. She was the youngest daughter of the late Weldon James and Katherine (Tozer) Schofield. She grew up on the homestead farm on Schofield Lane, Renous. 

After graduating from school, she...

Diana Ross Bonnell

Diana Ross Bonnell

Dec 14, 2025

Diana Ross Bonnell passed away on December 14, 2025, at Percy’s Place at the age of 42.

Born in Miramichi, NB, she was the daughter of Chris Bonnell (Myrna) and the late Marilyn (Dedam) Bonnell.

She will be greatly missed by her life partner, R.J. Dedam, and her six children, Marilyn Dedam, Tonya Dedam, Ayden Dedam, Ryelin Bonnell, Kearyn Dedam, Layton Dedam,...

Annie May Burke

Annie May Burke

Dec 11, 2025

Annie May (Coughlan) Burke, of Gray Rapids, passed away peacefully at Percy's Place on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the age of 81.

Born in Miramichi, she was the daughter of the late George and Elizabeth (Vickers) Coughlan. She worked as a caregiver and was a member of St Agnes Anglican Church in Gray Rapids.

She will be greatly missed by her...

Peter Andrew Peterson

Peter Andrew Peterson

Dec 10, 2025

Peter Andrew Peterson of White Rapids passed away at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at the age of 73.

Born in Upper Blackville, NB, he was the son of the late Claude and Patricia (Arbeau) Peterson. He worked as a merchandiser with Pepsi-Co where he took great pride in his work and made many friends, earning...

Mary Yvonne Allain

Mary Yvonne Allain

Dec 10, 2025

Mary Yvonne Allain passed away on December 10, 2025, at Bridgeview Hall at the age of 98.

Born in Miramichi, NB, she was the daughter of the late Levi Allain and Melvina Allain (Burke). She was a homemaker.

She will be greatly missed by her children, Sheila Keeler of BC, Barbara Ann Ward (Mel) of Sackville, NB, Brenda Lee Geller of Toronto,...

James Denny

James Denny

Dec 8, 2025

James (Jimmy) Denny, Sr. of Natoaganeg, passed away at Vondy House, on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the age of 87.

Born in Newcastle, NB, he was raised in the community of Laketon, NB, returning to his beloved Natoaganeg in his early thirties to start and raise a family.

He will be greatly missed by his life partner Jacqueline “Jackie” Arseneault of...

Vivian Arletta Sturgeon

Vivian Arletta Sturgeon

Dec 8, 2025

Vivian Arletta (Davidson) Sturgeon, of Upper Derby passed away at the Miramichi Regional Hospital on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the age of 84.

Born in Newcastle, NB, she was the daughter of the late Lorek and Gwendolyn (Mullin) Davidson. She was a homemaker and also worked as a caregiver, and volunteer in the community. Her compassion, generosity, and spirit of...