Obituaries

Cynthia Tozer

Cynthia Tozer

Aug 3, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Cynthia Eva Tozer, who left this world at home and entered into the arms of her Saviour on August 3, 2024 surrounded by the love of her family. Born on June 27, 1954, Cynthia was a beacon of faith and love throughout her 70 years.

From a young age, Cynthia’s life was a...

Florence St. Pierre Pitre

Florence St. Pierre Pitre

Aug 1, 2024

Our loving mother, Florence St-Pierre Pitre passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024. She was 82 years old. Born in Lancaster Ontario on December 9, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Joseph St-Pierre and Cecile (Poirier) St-Pierre. She lived most of her life in Doaktown, New Brunswick. She loved to walk through town stopping to greet all of...

Jamie Lee Ward

Jamie Lee Ward

Jul 27, 2024

Jamie Lee Ward, of Red Bank, passed away peacefully at Percy's Place, on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at the age of 57.

Born in Little Falls, New Jersey, she was the daughter of Philomena Connors and the late James Connors.

She will be greatly missed by her husband James Lawless of Red Bank; her son James Cloud and his fiancée Toni Tucker...

Betty Ann Laurin

Betty Ann Laurin

Jul 27, 2024

Betty Ann (Doyle) Laurin, of Doyle's Brook, passed away at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at the age of 82.

Born in Newcastle, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Mary Doyle. She worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for 42 years, training with the nuns at Hotel Dieu. She was an active member of...

Ricky Matchett

Ricky Matchett

Jul 25, 2024

Ricky Eugene Matchett, of Miramichi NB, passed away at Miramichi Regional Hospital, on July 25, 2024, at the age of 57.

Born in Toronto ON, he was the son of Carolyn and the late Wesley Matchett. 

He will be greatly missed by his mother Carolyn (Harding) Matchett; daughters Jenna Ross (Cory) of Moncton, NB, and Taylor Matchett (Vincent) of Halifax, NS; and...

Arlene Morrison

Arlene Morrison

Jul 24, 2024

Arlene V. (Harding) Morrison, of Tabusintac, passed away peacefully at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at the age of 99.

Born in Tabusintac, on October 7, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Maude (Robertson) Harding. She worked as a clerk, prior to her retirement, and was a member of St Andrew's United Church,...

James Stephen Hachey

James Stephen Hachey

Jul 15, 2024

It is with great sadness that we, the family of James Stephen Hachey, of Miramichi, NB, announce his passing on Monday, July 15, 2024, at the age of 64, at the Miramichi Regional Hospital.

Jimmy was born November 1,1959, in Chatham, to the late Allan and Jeanie (Oldfield) Hachey.

Jimmy had a passion for hunting, fishing, gardening, playing the guitar, and singing...

Freda Harper

Freda Harper

Jul 12, 2024

Margaret Freda (Barnaby) Harper, of Natoaganeg First Nation (Eel Ground), passed away peacefully at the Miramichi Regional Hospital on Friday, July 12, 2024 at the age of 85. Freda was born in Natoaganeg and was the daughter of the late Charles Cloud and Bridget Anne Barnaby. She met and married Buddy Harper (deceased) while living and working in Boston, Massachusetts...

Lawrence Walsh

Lawrence Walsh

Jul 9, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Lawrence “Lornie” Walsh, aged 72, on July 9, 2024 while on his way home from visiting family out west. Lornie was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather whose loss is deeply felt by his family and all that knew him.

Lornie was widely known around town, especially for the...

Thomas Power

Thomas Power

Jul 7, 2024

Thomas "Tom" Power, of Miramichi, passed away peacefully at Percy's Place, on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at the age of 83.

Born in Mortier, Newfoundland, he was the son of the late Richard and Gertrude Power. He was a retired member of the Canadian Armed Forces Navy.

He will be greatly missed by his wife Mona MacTavish; son Tommy Power (Sheila) of...

John Byron Cooper

John Byron Cooper

Jul 6, 2024

John "Jack" Byron Cooper, of Barnaby, NB, passed away peacefully at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at the age of 85.

He was a man of many talents - could do most things he put his mind to regardless of being blind. No matter how difficult things were, he never got discouraged or gave up trying.

He was...

Grethe Signe Jessen

Grethe Signe Jessen

Jul 4, 2024

Grethe Signe Jessen (Udesen) was born in Vejle, Denmark, on May 10, 1926, and died July 4, 2024, at Losier Hall, in Miramichi, at the age of 98.

Grethe loved to knit and was an avid reader. She married a Viking (July 1947) who loved to travel, so with three small children she followed him to Canada in 1957. They lived...

Elmer "Junior" Roy

Elmer "Junior" Roy

Jul 2, 2024

Elmer "Junior" Roy, of Miramichi, passed away suddenly at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, on July 2, 2024, at the age of 81.

Born in Bathurst, NB, he was the son of the late Elmer and Priscilla (Lagacé) Roy. Prior to his retirement, he worked as a school bus driver with the Bathurst School District.

Junior is survived by three sisters Florence, Yvonne,...

Blaine Matchett

Blaine Matchett

Jul 1, 2024

Blaine Tedi Matchett of Sunny Corner, NB, passed away peacefully in his home on July 1st, 2024, at the age of 63.

Born in Newcastle, New Brunswick, on June 27th, 1961, Blaine was the son of Villa Matchett and the late Gerald Matchett, both of Sunny Corner, NB.

Blaine will be greatly missed by his wife Angela Matchett (Stewart), his children: Whitney...

Noel Henry Larry

Noel Henry Larry

Jun 30, 2024

Noel Henry Larry, of Natoaganeg (Eel Ground), passed away on Saturday, June 30, 2024, at the age of 74.

Born in Miramichi, he was the son of the late Joseph Kenneth Larry Sr. and Clara (Bernard) Larry. He worked as a Fishery Guardian and also Security for Natoaganeg.

He will be greatly missed by his children Clara Barnaby-Larry of Eel Ground, Talbot...

Rita MacDonald

Rita MacDonald

Jun 27, 2024

Rita Coreen (Coughlan) MacDonald, wife of the late Elmer MacDonald of Blackville, passed peacefully away at Percy's Place in the early morning hours of June 27th 2024 after bravely fighting cancer.

Born in Gray Rapids on February 15th 1940, Rita was the daughter of the late Loman and Grace (Kennedy) Coughlan.

Mummy was a gentle soul who gave the best hugs and...

Levi Goguen

Levi Goguen

Jun 24, 2024

Levi Joseph Goguen passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, at Losier Hall, on Monday, June 24, 2024, at the age of 78.

Born in Chatham Head, he was the son of the late Clifford and Mary (Robichaud) Goguen. He worked at Burchill plywood Mill (Burchill-Atcon), prior to his retirement, and was a member of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin...

Fred Harris

Fred Harris

Jun 22, 2024

Fred Harris, of Cassilis, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Dr. Georges L. Dumont Hospital, in Moncton, on June 22, 2024, at the age of 71.

Born in Miramichi, he was the son of the late Stanley and Jean (MacFarlane) Harris. He was a Red Seal Millwright and worked at Heath Steel Mines and Repap Mill, prior to his...

Carl "Murray" Sherrard

Carl "Murray" Sherrard

Jun 19, 2024

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our loving family member Murray, who passed peacefully from this earth on the evening of June 19 after his diagnosis of cancer. 

Murray was born on November 10, 1954, and since that time, has brought light and joy into the lives around him. Living his lifespan in Boom Road, the love he had...

Alfred Doiron

Alfred Doiron

Jun 12, 2024

Alfred Joseph Doiron, better known as Freddy or Pops, was born on June 8, 1949, and passed on June 12, 2024.

He is predeceased by his parents Gladys and Frank; his sister Margaret; his wife Dallene "Dolly"; his daughters Kim and Terry-Lee; and his grandson Paul.

He is survived by his sister Hazel; 6 nephews; 1 niece; and his daughters Betty, Chris...