Obituaries

Alphonse Gillespie

Alphonse Gillespie

Dec 11, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alphonse “Phonse” Sterling Gillespie, beloved partner, father, poppy, great poppy and dear friend. Phonse peacefully left us on December 11, 2024, at the age of 73, surrounded by his loved ones at the Miramichi Regional Hospital.

Born on January 1, 1951, in Newcastle, New Brunswick, Phonse was...

John Jardine

John Jardine

Dec 7, 2024

John Cecil Jardine, of Barnettville, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the age of 71.

Born in Barnettville, he was the son of the late David and Beatrice (Curtis) Jardine. He was a truck driver and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He also loved his squirrels, ford trucks, listening to old music, scratching scratch tickets, and...

Jacinthe Colwell

Jacinthe Colwell

Dec 4, 2024

It is with deep sadness and much love that we mourn the sudden loss of Jacinthe Marie (Martin) Colwell, who passed away unexpectedly on December 4, 2024, at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, at the age of 65, surrounded by her family. 

Born on March 2, 1959, in Baie Sainte Anne, she was the daughter of the late Hyacinthe and Florida (Robichaud)...

Eric Patrick Lavoie

Eric Patrick Lavoie

Nov 30, 2024

Eric Patrick Lavoie, of South Nelson, passed away at Percy’s Place, on November 30, 2024, at the age of 84.

Born in Rogersville, he was the son of George & Emilia Lavoie. He worked at the Nelson pulp mill for over 30 years and was a member of St Patrick's Roman Catholic Church. He loved camping, particularly at Sandy Point Campground,...

Mary Jane Ward

Mary Jane Ward

Nov 28, 2024

Mary Jane Ward of Eel Ground, passed away peacefully at Percy’s Place, on November 28th, 2024, at the age of 87.

Born in Miramichi, she was the daughter of Joseph and Lena Simon. She spent her life raising her loving children and grandchildren and being a homemaker. She was a member of St Joachim’s Roman Catholic Church and also a member...

John Robert Pallen

John Robert Pallen

Nov 28, 2024

John Pallen, of Miramichi, passed away peacefully at Percy’s Place, on November 28, 2024, at the age of 73.

Born in Ontario, he was the son of William and (late) Joan Pallen. He worked as a janitor for 40 + years and was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

He will be greatly missed by his wife Cecelia of Miramichi;...

Irene Baisley Hallihan

Irene Baisley Hallihan

Nov 28, 2024

Irene Baisley Hallihan, of Wayerton, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home, on November 28, 2024, at the age of 84.

Born in Miramichi, she was the daughter of the late Doug Foran and Theresa (Estey) Foran. She worked at the Royal Bank, Estey’s Fish & Chips and was a member of St James Roman Catholic Church.

Irene was a...

Harald Aaen

Harald Aaen

Nov 26, 2024

Harald Aaen, of Miramichi passed away at his residence, on November 26, 2024, at the age of 80.

Born in Sandefjord, Norway, he was the son of Ole & Elinor Aaen. He retired from his work as a Fiber Op Technician for 35 + Years.

He will be greatly missed by his three sons Peter (Ljubica) of Denver, CO, Chris (Sarah) of...

Darren Arbeau

Darren Arbeau

Nov 16, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Darren Arbeau, 52, of Barnettville, NB, share the news of his passing on November 16, 2024, at Percy’s Place Hospice, in Miramichi, NB.

Darren was surrounded by love in his final days, with his devoted father, Eric Arbeau, and his caring aunts, Carol Arbeau and Polly Arbeau, by his side.

Darren is predeceased...

Eugene Willard Rolfe

Eugene Willard Rolfe

Nov 14, 2024

It is with profound sadness that the family of beloved Eugene Willard Rolfe announces his unexpected, tragic passing on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at Miramichi Regional Hospital, at the age of 68, in the loving presence of his partner Shelley Cameron (formerly of Fredericton, NB). 

Gene was a devoted and loving father and is survived by his daughter Heidi Rolfe Patel...

Anna Hare

Anna Hare

Nov 14, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Anna Carmel Hare (Allison), wife of the late Winston Freeman Hare of Whitney, who passed away peacefully at Losier Hall, on November 14, 2024, with her family by her side.Born on May 12, 1943, Anna was the daughter of the late Ernie and Katie Allison. Those who knew and loved...

Shawn McNeil

Shawn McNeil

Nov 9, 2024

Derrick Shawn McNeil, of Miramichi, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the age of 53.

Born in Deep River, ON, he was the son of John McNeil and the late Patricia (MacDougall) McNeil.

He will be greatly missed by his father John McNeil and step mother Judy of Nelson-Miramichi; his children Maya McNeil and Samuel McNeil both of Miramichi; brother...

Cody James Albert Knowles

Cody James Albert Knowles

Nov 8, 2024

Cody James Albert Knowles, 32, of Moncton, NB, formerly of Miramichi, passed away surrounded by family and friends on November 8, 2024, at Percy's Place, Miramichi, NB.

Born in Moncton, NB, Cody is the son of Jamie and Nancy (Richardson) Knowles.

Cody possessed a huge heart that resonated through every aspect of his life. He had a passion for hockey, proudly supporting...

Carl Kennedy

Carl Kennedy

Nov 6, 2024

Carl James Daniel Kennedy, of Gray Rapids, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, at Percy's Place, on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at the age of 84.

Born in Blackville, he was the son of the late Eldon and Grace (Walls) Kennedy. He worked as a mechanic prior to his retirement, and was a member of St Agnes Anglican Church, in...

James Johnston

James Johnston

Nov 4, 2024

James "Jim" Osborne Johnston, of Sunny Corner, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, on Monday, November 4, 2024, at the age of 86.

Born in Miramichi, he was the son of the late Osborne and Dora (Sherrard) Johnston. 

Prior to retirement, he worked in construction and mining.

He will be greatly missed by his wife Lina...

Gary Dwight Gillespie

Gary Dwight Gillespie

Nov 4, 2024

It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Dwight Gillespie on November 4, 2024, at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. 

Born in Blissfield, on March 12, 1947, he was the son of the late Maxwell and Guila (Johnson) Gillespie. He began his career as a pipefitter and was a Supervisor at Northwood, and...

Blair Robert Bohan

Blair Robert Bohan

Nov 1, 2024

With much sadness, we announce the passing of our brother Blair Robert Bohan, of Barnaby River, who passed away peacefully at Percy's Place, on Friday, November 1, 2024, at the age of 79.

Born in Miramichi, he was the son of the late John and Theresa (Grennan) Bohan. Blair worked a long and dedicated career at the Mill (UPM-Kymmene) and made...

Valerie Coughlan

Valerie Coughlan

Oct 31, 2024

Valerie (Hogan) Coughlan, of Blackville, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, at the age of 66, surrounded by her loved ones.

Born in Newcastle, she was the daughter of the late John and Reta (McCormack) Hogan. She had recently retired from the Atlantic Institution as Chief of Food Services, and was currently employed at Blackville...

George Cortes

George Cortes

Oct 28, 2024

George Cortes, of Miramichi, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024, at the age of 59..

Born in Newcastle, NB, he was the son of the late Joseph and Barbara (Duffy) Cortes.

George loved his walks, sports, education, music and good conversation infused with his intellect and discernable laugh. 

George is survived by his sister Sheila Shepherd (Rob) of Saint John, and Tracey...

Robert "Bobby" Matchett

Robert "Bobby" Matchett

Oct 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, Robert "Bobby" Matchett, of Bridgeview Hall, and formerly of Sillikers, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, at the age of 86.

Born in Miramichi, he was the son of the late Hugh and Edna (MacDonald) Matchett. He was retired from CFB...