Obituaries

Mary ‘Anna’ O’Neill Kubik, R.N. passed on January 20, 2023, surrounded by family at her son’s and daughter-in-law’s home in Fredericton, NB where she enjoyed her ‘non-bungalow’ months since 2021.  Anna was predeceased by husband, Alfie Kubik. Anna was born in Glace Bay, NS to the late Andrew and Mary (McDonald) O’Neill. She is survived by children, Dino (Dr. Ann Harvey) of Fredericton, Roberta of Revelstoke, B.C., and Andy (Danielle) of Halifax; grandchildren, Erika (Marc) of Fredericton, Andrew (Nichole) of Leduc, Thomas, Joseph, Madeleine, Isaac, Jacob, Abraham, Faith, Hope and Jonathan of Halifax; great-grandchildren Miley, Dominic and Connor of Leduc, as well as, nieces Darlene Fleming of Halifax and Peggy O’Neill McNeil of Glace Bay. Anna is also survived by brother Vince, sister-in-law Dorothy (Brantford, ON) and brother-in-law Ray MacNeil (Toronto, ON). She was predeceased by siblings Bill, Jack, Cecil, Teresa, Martin, Micky, Tony and Joan. A graduate in the… Read More

It is with great sadness from the family of Keith Douglas Dorcas to inform his many friends and acquaintances of his passing on Dec 5, 2022.  Keith was born on June 23, 1938 and grew up in Williamsburg. Keith D. Dorcas is survived by his partner, Cheryl Hennessey; son, Rockland Dorcas (Sheila); daughter, Tanya Kelly (Tim); step-sons, Tyler and Kyle Anderson; grandchildren, Todd, Tabrinna, Kriston, Justin, Tony; great grandchildren, Shalyla, Maxx, Alexis, Kelleigh, Kendrix and bonus great grandchildren, Jo Ann and Joseph Kendall; sister Margery Hay and sister in law Beryl Dorcas and many nieces and nephews. Beside his parents, Douglas & Blanche, he was predeceased by his siblings, Bill, Ina, Marion, and Gordon. Keith was raised on the homestead farm of Williamsburg.  He took great pride in the work on the farm and even ran home during lunch hour from school to complete his farm chores. Keith worked at many jobs during… Read More

It is with great sadness that the family of Indrayani Pishe announces her passing on November 24, 2022.  Born on January 15, 1945, she was the youngest daughter of the late Ganapatrao and Gangubai Tandulwakar of Budh, Maharashtra, India. She was also pre-deceased by her 3 brothers, Kashinath, Prabhakar and Vishwanath Tandulwadkar, and is survived by her 2 sisters, Pramila Wadkar and Pushpa Hukkeri.  In addition, Indrayani had a huge extended family that all loved her deeply. With 5 siblings and 10 cousins (who she referred to as all brothers and sisters), she helped raise her many nieces and nephews as if they were her own.  She obtained her Bachelor of Arts (Sociology) from Rajaram College in Kohlapur, India.  In 1970, Indrayani bravely left all of her family behind and flew to Canada on her own, not knowing the language or culture and never having left India.  She then joined… Read More

It is with sadness that the family of Elizabeth Allardyce announces her death at home on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at the age of 88. Born in Winchester, Mass, on December 7, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Sarah (Smith) Wilson. Elizabeth leaves behind her sons, Daniel Allardyce (Won) and Tom Allardyce (Lori); granddaughter, Hanna; sister, Mary Schussler; brother, Ian Wilson; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Elizabeth was predeceased by her siblings. Elizabeth spent her early years in New England and attended high school in Arlington, Mass. Upon graduation she worked as an operator at the Bell Telephone Company. After marrying, she moved around the US before arriving in Canada in the 1960’s. She worked for many years in the University of New Brunswick’s Graduate Studies Office. She was a devoted champion of animal welfare and a serial rescuer of cats… Read More

Lieutenant Joseph Marcel Guy Lafranchise, CD, know to all as Guy, passed away at the Saint John Regional Hospital, New Brunswick, on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at the age of 71, after a brief illness. Born in Montreal, Quebec, Guy was the son of both the late Lucien and Denise (Pelland) Lafranchise. Guy, at the age of 17, joined the Royal Canadian Navy. He went on to serve a distinguished career as not only a Submariner in the Canadian Navy, but also as a Halifax Police Officer, a Federal Fisheries officer, and a Senior Enforcement Officer – Wildlife Trade, with Environment Canada, Moncton, NB. Guy retired with 35 years of service but wasn’t ready to settle down yet. His adventures continued with contract work in Kenya and Congo to train and instruct local wildlife enforcement officers. Throughout his career, he was recognized with several awards including the Governor General’s Service… Read More

Eugene Fowler of Fredericton passed away peacefully on Friday, September 23, 2022, at the age of 80. Gene was born on July 30, 1942, to the late Eugene Sr. and Zola Fowler (Black) in Holtville, New Brunswick. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sharon (Lowe), his son, Rob Fowler (Eva Shimaoka), daughter, Angela Fowler (Ben Kennedy), sisters, Eleanor McLaughlin, Dorothy Fowler (Carney Flynn) and sister-in-law, Judy Wilson. Gene was a doting grandfather to Matthew Fowler, Zoe and Kavina Kennedy. He will be missed by niece Krista Amos and grandnieces, Olivia and Avery; niece, Kelly Dabrowski (Ken), grandnephew, Charlie and grandniece, Stella; nephews Trevor Perry (Stephanie), Derek Wilson (Patricia Small), Mike McLaughlin, and Rod Wilson Jr. (Tracy Miersch), grandnephews, Jackson, Marcus and Jarrod. Gene was predeceased by brother-in-law, Rodney Wilson and sister-in-law, Linda Lowe of St. Stephen, who was a dear and generous friend to him. Gene will… Read More

It is with sincere sadness that the family announces the passing of Jennifer Ellen Kykosz on September 15, 2022 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital, Fredericton, New Brunswick. Born on July 18, 1973, she was the daughter of Marjorie (Cooper) Jewett and Steven Kykosz. Anyone who knew Jenny would have to agree she had a heart of gold, she would do anything for anyone. She was known for her happy, fun loving personality, her love for nature and the outdoors, especially camping. She loved wholeheartedly, especially her family, with her son, Aaron, being the center of her universe. Jenny will be missed by her parents, Marjorie (David) and Steven (Mary); her son, Aaron (Anthony); her sisters, Stephanie (Adam) and Melinda; her nieces, Sydney, Maya, and Skyler, as well as many extended family and friends. Final arrangements have been entrusted to Modern Celebrations and Cremations. A celebration of Jenny’s life will… Read More