Obituaries

Hawley Marven Savoie

Hawley Marven Savoie

Jan 27, 2024

Hawley Marven Savoie, of Hardwicke, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at the Stella-Maris-de-Kent Hospital, at the age of 48.

Born in Newcastle, he was the son of Irene (Lloyd) Savoie and the late Elmo Savoie. He was a lobster fisherman and loved the trade. He enjoyed spending time with his family, playing bingo, and attending his daughters various events. 

He will...

Leona May Francis

Leona May Francis

Jan 23, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Leona May Francis announces she has peacefully passed away at Northern Lights Regional Health Center, Fort McMurray, Alberta, surrounded by her family on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at the age of 75.  She was born in Chatham, New Brunswick on August 9, 1948 and Leona was a proud Mi’gmaq woman who...

David Anderson

David Anderson

Jan 22, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of David Anderson of South Esk, announces he has peacefully passed away from Percy’s Place, surrounded by his family, on Monday, January 22, 2024 at the age of 70.

David was a wonderful, devoted, kind and genuine gentleman. No one knew better than his family. Married for 50 years to his beloved wife...

Amy Adeline Gilks

Amy Adeline Gilks

Jan 19, 2024

Amy Adeline Gilks, of Blackville, passed away peacefully at Percy’s Place, on Friday, January 19, 2024, at the age of 89.

Born in Blissfield, she was the daughter of the late Ranceford and Sarah (Fair) Gilks. She was a retired teacher and a member of Holy Trinity Anglican Church. She was also a member of the Maple Leaf Senior Citizens Club,...

Evelyn McDermaid

Evelyn McDermaid

Jan 16, 2024

Evelyn McDermaid, of Miramichi, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family, on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at the age of 83.

Born in Miramichi, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Sarah (Vienneau) Savoy.

She will be greatly missed by her husband Richard McDermaid of Miramichi; sons Richard (Leah) of Doaktown, and James (Robin) of Fort Erie, ON;...

Edward Francis Butler

Edward Francis Butler

Jan 15, 2024

Edward Francis Butler, of Sunny Corner, New Brunswick passed away peacefully at Percy's Place on Monday, January 15, 2024, at the age of 82 surrounded by his family. 

Born in Newcastle, he was the son of the late Raymond and Emeline (Doyle) Butler, and the older brother to the late Charlie Butler (Mary), Donnie Butler (Diane), Robert Butler (Eileen), Paul Butler...

Richard Joseph Donovan

Richard Joseph Donovan

Jan 15, 2024

Richard Joseph Donovan, of Miramichi, passed away peacefully at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, on Monday, January 15, 2024, at the age of 64.

Born in Miramichi, he was the son of Florence (Connors) Donovan and the late Merlin Donovan. He worked as a steamfitter for 35 years and was a member of UA Local 325.

He will be greatly missed by his...

Clarence Frances Doran

Clarence Frances Doran

Jan 9, 2024

Clarence Frances Doran, of Miramichi, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, at the age of 74.

Born in Newcastle, he was the son of the late Harold and Lillian (Allison) Doran.

He will be greatly missed by his brother Kevin Doran (Debbie) of Miramichi; foster brother and best friend Chris Douglass of Miramichi; five...

Eloie Martin

Eloie Martin

Jan 9, 2024

Au Foyer Assomption, Rogersville, le mardi 9 janvier 2024, est décédé à l’âge de 83 ans, Eloie Martin, de Collette. Né à Collette, il était le fils de feu André et Judith (Gallant) Martin.

Avant de prendre sa retraite, il a travailler pour les trappistes, Opérateur machinerie lourd, Moulin Acadia, Énergie NB, Modern Construction et W.M. Arsenault. Il était membre...

April Diane Lanteigne

April Diane Lanteigne

Jan 8, 2024

April Lanteigne passed away suddenly at her home three months shy of her 60th birthday. 

Born in Miramichi, she was the youngest child and only daughter of the late Edmund and June (Blackmore) Lanteigne. She is survived by two brothers Todd of British Columbia and Karl of Miramichi, two nephews Destin and Bradley and great-niece Maria. 

Besides her parents, April...

Harry Joseph Maher

Harry Joseph Maher

Jan 6, 2024

Harry Joseph Maher of Miramichi passed away peacefully at his home on January 6, 2024.

Born in Chatham he was the son of the late Edward (Neddie) and Pearl Maher.

After his father’s death in 2004, Harry took over as Owner/Funeral Director of Maher’s Funeral Home in Miramichi East. He served his clients with compassion and respect and was always thankful for...

Deborah Laureen Gallan

Deborah Laureen Gallan

Jan 6, 2024

Deborah Laureen (Sturgeon) Gallan, of Doyles Brook, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, at Percy's Place, on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at the age of 72.

Born in Miramichi, she was the daughter of the late Freeman and Greta (Vickers) Sturgeon. She was a homemaker, entrepreneur, and a member of Holy Trinity Anglican Church, in Blackville.

She will be...

Michael "Mike" Anderson Mills

Michael "Mike" Anderson Mills

Jan 3, 2024

Michael "Mike" Anderson Mills, of Barnaby River, passed away at the Moncton City Hospital, on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at the age of 67 after a brief illness. Born in Miramichi, he was the son of the late Anderson "Scully" and Grace (Curtis) Mills. He was a well-respected Parts Clerk on the river with over 45 years in the business....

Bradley Harris MacDonald

Bradley Harris MacDonald

Jan 2, 2024

Bradley Harris MacDonald, of Miramichi, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at the age of 48.

Born in Miramichi, he was the son of Pamela (Ullock) MacDonald and the late Wayne MacDonald.

He is survived by his mother Pam MacDonald of Miramichi; twin daughters Hayley and Emma of Fort Saint John, BC; sister Kelli Absalom (Kenneth) of Orillia, ON;...

Dawna Sherrard

Dawna Sherrard

Dec 31, 2023

Dawna Grace (Harris) Sherrard, of Boom Road passed away peacefully on December 31, 2023 at Miramichi Regional Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Born in Boom Road, daughter of the late Margaret (Harris) Sherrard, Dawna was a noted baker and loved to host tea at her home. She was an avid knitter of fine wool socks that she loved to gift,...

Rosemary Adrienne English

Rosemary Adrienne English

Dec 24, 2023

Rosemary Adrienne English, passed away peacefully at home, on December 24, 2023. She fought bravely and never complained in her year long battle with cancer.

Rose was born in Chatham, NB, on August 30, 1949, daughter of Adrian and Kathleen (McDonnell) English.

She loved children and was a teacher for over 30 years. Rose was an avid sports fan, played...

Arthur William Hartery

Arthur William Hartery

Dec 23, 2023

Arthur William Hartery, of Miramichi, passed away peacefully at Percy's Place on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at the age of 86.

Born in Newcastle, he was the son of the late Sylvester and Clara (Vickers) Hartery. He worked as the Plant Manager for Northumberland Dairy for over 50 years and was a dedicated member of St Mary's Roman Catholic Church. He...

David Evan Miller

David Evan Miller

Dec 22, 2023

David Evan Miller passed away on Friday, December 22, 2023, at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, at the age of 84.

David was born in Saint John where he resided in his childhood; he was a resident of the former William F Robert’s school in Saint John until his move to the Miramichi many years ago. Dave made many friends over...

Eleanore Durelle

Eleanore Durelle

Dec 22, 2023

Eleanore (Rouselle) Durelle, of Foyer Assomption, in Rogersville, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 22, 2023, at the age of 92.

Born in Escuminac, she was the daughter of the late John and Judith (Sippley) Rousselle. She was a homemaker and a member of Sainte-Anne Roman Catholic Church, in Baie Sainte-Anne.

She will be greatly missed by her daughters Laurie...

Phyllis Elizabeth (Allison) Norton

Phyllis Elizabeth (Allison) Norton

Dec 22, 2023

Phyllis Elizabeth (Allison) Norton, of Trout Brook, passed away at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, on Friday, December 22, 2023, at the age of 92. 

Born in Trout Brook, she was the daughter of the late Allen and Elizabeth (Dunnett) Allison. She was a homemaker and a member of the Calvary Baptist Church. In addition to cooking and baking for her...