It is with heavy hearts the family of Norman “Norm” Finnamore announce his peaceful passing at Hospice House in Fredericton on Friday, March 1st, 2024. Norm grew up in Arthurette and was the son of the late Clayton and the late Cora (Furge) Finnamore. He was predeceased by his brothers Burton and George Finnamore and sister Peggy Sullivan. Norm worked for the City of Fredericton for 32 years before his retirement in 2007 and could always be found telling stories and cracking jokes with his crew on different job sites throughout the city. Norm was the first one to offer a helping hand to anyone in need and you could always count on him to bring the tunes to any special occasion. He loved working on a variety of different projects with his wife Di, friends, son and grandchildren over the years; his favourite project of all being the family… Read More
Norma (Noni) Barratt
It is with sadness that the family of Norma (Noni) Barratt announces her passing at York Care Centre on February 13, 2024, at the age of 78, after a heartbreaking struggle with dementia. Noni is survived by her son Dr. Michael Fleming (Monique Gignac), sister Patricia Davidson, and brother David Cail, all of Fredericton, NB, as well as a nephew Jim (Lisa) of Quispamsis, NB. She was predeceased by her parents Bernice and Wallace Cail, younger sister Lorraine of Fredericton, NB, and husband Arthur Barratt of Oromocto, NB. Noni was born in Woodstock, NB, and raised in Fredericton. She graduated from Fredericton High School in 1966 and soon set off for adventure in Toronto, where she worked with Southam Business Publishing for several years. Deciding that the big city was not for her, Noni returned to Fredericton in her mid-twenties before embarking on… Read More
Allan “Sandy” Webb
The passing of Allan Alexander Webb occurred at the DECH on January 22, 2024. Sandy was born in Fredericton on May 22, 1965, to Elizabeth “Beth” and Malcolm “Mac” Webb. He is survived by his mother, Beth; wife, Kala; children, Finley and Makenzie (Dexter); brother-in-law, Sean (Megan); in-laws, Mel and Marla Spires; uncles, aunt and cousins. Sandy was predeceased by his father, Mac; grandparents, George and Francis Rinehart and Harry and Pearl Webb. The family wishes to thank the EMTs, ER nurses and doctors for their compassion and thoughtfulness during this difficult time. A gathering for family and friends will be held in the Guest Suite at Milestones Condominiums, 700 Union Street, on Friday night, January 26, from 6-8 pm. Please park in visitor parking or on the side.
Yoland Roy
Yoland Joseph Roy passed away peacefully on January 8, 2024, at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital, Fredericton, New Brunswick. Born on December 18, 1942, he was the son of the late Edgar and Hedweidge (Doucet) Roy. Born in Newcastle, New Brunswick, Yoland, at the age of 5 and his little brother, Ronnie, age 2, contracted TB and were sent to be cared for at the Saint John Tuberculosis Hospital for over 3 years. Dad said that was the first-time modern medicine saved his life. After graduating high school, Yoland went to teachers’ college and graduated in 1964. He taught at the high schools in Hartland and Bathurst, finally settling in Fredericton where he became a fixture at Albert Street Junior High School as a teacher, coach (primarily photography, soccer and volleyball), and in his later years, as a mentor with the partners for youth program. After retiring, he still found… Read More
Jennifer Michelle Shea (nee Foster)
Jennifer passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 68 on November 22, 2023 at Fredericton Hospice House, Fredericton NB, after a battle with cancer. Jen was born February 17, 1955 in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, England to the late John and Joan Foster. She was older sister to Wendy and Rose. The family moved to Burlington, Ontario when Jen was 10. Jennifer had daughter Amber on July 21, 1985, and married Mike Shea on Aug 26, 1986. She worked at Smurfit MBI for 22 years, until retirement. Jennifer moved to Penniac, NB in 2020 along with Amber and Finley to spend more time together in the outdoors they all love. Jen’s favourite pastimes included reading, fishing, camping, live music, Nascar, and being with friends and family, and most of all, being Ger to her Bubby. She spent years as foster-mom through Choices, but her real passion was in… Read More
Douglas John Carter
Douglas John Carter died Oct. 30 at the Doctor Everett Chalmers Hospital after a short illness. Born August 1, 1946 in Saint John, NB, Douglas spent 34 years with NB Power and devoted much of his life to sharing his love of music with others. Douglas attended Our Lady of Assumption Church and its elementary school where he was introduced to choral music by the Sisters of Charity. In 1958, his family moved to Oromocto where he and his brother David sang the Latin Mass at St. Mary’s Catholic Chapel. In 1963, he returned to Saint John to study Architectural Drafting at Saint John Vocational School and took private lessons in guitar and percussion from renowned Saint John musician Bruce Holder Sr. Douglas spent 24 years as music director at Oromocto’s St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church during which time he composed over a hundred original songs, acclamations, and psalms. Many of… Read More
Frances Eileen Wetmore
Eileen passed away comfortably at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital in Fredericton on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at the age of 99 years. Born on August 29, 1924, in Saint John, New Brunswick, to Ferris and Minnie (Durost) Reicker she moved to Cambridge-Narrows at the age of ten. After graduating high school at the top of her class, she joined the RCAF at age 18 where she trained in aerial photography. Following her discharge in 1945, she studied art at the Saint John Vocational School. Later she met Maurice Parker Wetmore who she married in June, 1949. They made their home in Fredericton and raised five children. As a visual artist Eileen enjoyed painting, photography, hooking rugs, sewing, quilting, and crocheting, as well as tending to her gardens. She made the most delicious brown bread and we couldn’t wait to taste it hot from the oven! She was also a… Read More
Michael Russel Williams
On February 3rd, 1945, Esme Kathleen Williams, along with her sister and mother, walked the streets in Colchester, England hearing bombs in the distance. They were on their way to the hospital to deliver Michael Russell Williams. Mike was the first-born son of Esme and Russell Williams. He is survived by his wife Marilyn Murray, his son Eric (Erin), daughter Natalie (Kyle), grandchildren Noah, Seth, Evan, West, Miles, Maia and Milo, great grandchildren Sophia and Serenity, his sister Jennifer (David), brother Andrew (Shelley), as well as many nieces and nephews. His son Eric and daughter Natalie were a source of great pride. He was predeceased by his parents, brother Martin, special nephew Jefferson Francis, and lifetime best friend Eric Surrette, as well as his pals George Doherty and Dick Greenwell. When only an infant, Mike and his mother, a war bride, left England and moved to Truro, N. S. As… Read More
Larry Harvey, 1946 – 2023
Larry Harvey passed away peacefully on September 30, 2023 at White Rapids Manor, Fredericton Junction, with his much loved family, Tara and Judy, by his side. Born on December 20, 1946, he was the son of the late Pauline Gullison and Lloyd Harvey. Larry will be missed by his siblings, Lyman Harvey, Elaine McIntyre, and Lorrel Harvey; nieces and nephews, Allan Ashfield (Dianne), Dianne McLaughlin, Keith Ashfield – deceased (Judy), and Marion Fletcher (Bruce); special great niece, Tara Ashfield, who took care of him with such kindness, as well as many great and great-great nieces, nephews and friends. In addition to his parents, Larry was predeceased by his sisters, Glenna Dakin and Nora Locke. Larry’s pride and joy was working on and driving his ’71 Pontiac Catalina (but only in the summer, storing it dutifully each winter to protect it from the elements). His love of cars was seen when… Read More