29 August 2022: Robert Mason Melville “Scotty”
It is with great sadness, that we announce the peaceful passing of Bert, at home surrounded by his family. After coming to Canada from Scotland at age 15, “Scotty” had a long and fulfilling career starting with the Navy and until retirement as a Flight Engineer with the Canadian Airforce, CFB Trenton.
Predeceased by parents in Scotland, Peter and Sophia Melville and sister Etta and brother Jim.
Survived by his wife Kathy with whom he would have celebrated their 63rd anniversary on Sept 5th, Son Peter and daughter Leslie (John). Dearly missed by his grandchildren Sarah (Warren), Jennifer (Adam), Eric and Michael (Sandra) and great grandchildren Hudson, Lumi, Wesley and Sullivan.
According to Robert’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a small family service.
The family would like to send their appreciation to the Belleville Oncology Department and to the VON for their excellent home care and support.
30 September 2022: James Thain
Born October 12, 1938 in Toronto, Ontario, he was the son of the late James and Geraldine Thain, predeceased by his siblings, Barb Chrest and John Thain.James leaves behind his devoted wife Sandra (Spinney) Thain, children Kym Thain, Summerside PE, Lisa (John) Peters, Sackville NB, Jim (Jane) Thain, Bedford NS, Susan (Eddie) Trail, Cascumpec PE, Steven (Stacy) Thain, Summerside PE, Tashia (Vernon) MacLeod, Albany PE, 13 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren.
James took pride in his time served in the Canadian Armed Forces as an Airframe Tech and later as a Flight Engineer for a total of 30 years. In retirement, James enjoyed his time curling, collecting stamps and had a passion of cooking for his family. Though he wouldn’t consider it a talent, James had a way of expressing himself through writing and has shared many of his stories with loved ones throughout the years.
The family would like to send a special thank you to all the staff from the emergency department and surgical unit of PCH for the wonderful care they gave to James during his short stay in the hospital. They would also like to thank Dr. Morash for going above and beyond to ensure our father/husband was comfortable.
Resting at East Prince Funeral Home, 245 Pope Rd., Summerside. At James’s request, there will be no service held. His family will share a memorial at their own discretion. Donations in memory of James can be made to the PCH Foundation.
If you would like to send a condolence to his family, please click Online Condolence below or send an email directly to epfuneral@eastlink.ca
James (Jim) Thain, 83, passed peacefully at Prince County Hospital on September 30th, 2022 surrounded by his loving family.
Born October 12, 1938 in Toronto, Ontario, he was the son of the late James and Geraldine Thain, predeceased by his siblings, Barb Chrest and John Thain.James leaves behind his devoted wife Sandra (Spinney) Thain, children Kym Thain, Summerside PE, Lisa (John) Peters, Sackville NB, Jim (Jane) Thain, Bedford NS, Susan (Eddie) Trail, Cascumpec PE, Steven (Stacy) Thain, Summerside PE, Tashia (Vernon) MacLeod, Albany PE, 13 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren.
James took pride in his time served in the Canadian Armed Forces as an Airframe Tech and later as a Flight Engineer for a total of 30 years. In retirement, James enjoyed his time curling, collecting stamps and had a passion of cooking for his family. Though he wouldn’t consider it a talent, James had a way of expressing himself through writing and has shared many of his stories with loved ones throughout the years.
The family would like to send a special thank you to all the staff from the emergency department and surgical unit of PCH for the wonderful care they gave to James during his short stay in the hospital. They would also like to thank Dr. Morash for going above and beyond to ensure our father/husband was comfortable.
Resting at East Prince Funeral Home, 245 Pope Rd., Summerside. At James’s request, there will be no service held. His family will share a memorial at their own discretion. Donations in memory of James can be made to the PCH Foundation.
If you would like to send a condolence to his family, please click Online Condolence below or send an email directly to epfuneral@eastlink.ca0
08 November 2022:
MCLEAN, Kenneth “Ken” Gilmore, 87, of Harbourville, Kings County, passed away November 8, 2022, at Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Ken was born on May 25, 1935, in Barrie, ON. He was the son of the late C.D. and Beth (McGillivray) McLean. Besides his parents Ken was predeceased by his brother, Donald McLean.
Ken served in the RCAF for 20 years. He began his career in 1954 as a Tech Crewman with 108 Communications Flight in Bagotville, PQ, and in 1974 retired as a Flight Engineer with 413 Squadron in Summerside, PE.
Surviving are his wife, Judith (Dowell) McLean, Harbourville; daughters, Janet Lemieux, Lake Cowichan, BC, Jane (Ike Whitehead) McLean, Wolfville, Dee McLean, Halifax; sons, Stephen McLean, Nictaux, and Peter (Wendy) McLean, South Farmington; twelve grandchildren, and seventeen great-grandchildren. Ken will also be missed by his sister Jean (Frank) Martyn, his sister-in-law Muriel McLean, and his many nieces and nephews.
Ken made the selfless decision to donate his body to the Dalhousie Human Body Donation Program. In keeping with Ken’s wishes there will be no service, and a private family celebration of Ken’s life will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank the staff at Soldiers Memorial Hospital for their compassionate care. Donations in Ken’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of choice. The online guest book may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com
08 November 2022:
MCLEAN, Kenneth “Ken” Gilmore, 87, of Harbourville, Kings County, passed away November 8, 2022, at Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Ken was born on May 25, 1935, in Barrie, ON. He was the son of the late C.D. and Beth (McGillivray) McLean. Besides his parents Ken was predeceased by his brother, Donald McLean.
Ken served in the RCAF for 20 years. He began his career in 1954 as a Tech Crewman with 108 Communications Flight in Bagotville, PQ, and in 1974 retired as a Flight Engineer with 413 Squadron in Summerside, PE.
Surviving are his wife, Judith (Dowell) McLean, Harbourville; daughters, Janet Lemieux, Lake Cowichan, BC, Jane (Ike Whitehead) McLean, Wolfville, Dee McLean, Halifax; sons, Stephen McLean, Nictaux, and Peter (Wendy) McLean, South Farmington; twelve grandchildren, and seventeen great-grandchildren. Ken will also be missed by his sister Jean (Frank) Martyn, his sister-in-law Muriel McLean, and his many nieces and nephews.
Ken made the selfless decision to donate his body to the Dalhousie Human Body Donation Program. In keeping with Ken’s wishes there will be no service, and a private family celebration of Ken’s life will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank the staff at Soldiers Memorial Hospital for their compassionate care. Donations in Ken’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of choice. The online guest book may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com