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Church, Benjamin “Ben” Garth — 42, of Brooklyn, Hants County. With deep sadness we announce the passing of our cherished husband, father, son, brother, and friend. Ben passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2018 after a fierce battle against AML. He won over the hearts of many with his infectious smile and caring heart. Even in his final days he continued to put others first. “Kitty” or “Kit” was happiest when he was with his boys, in a hay field, or puttering on the family farm. In his younger years, Ben was known for being the life of the party and will be greatly missed by so many close friends. For the past 19 years Ben was a dedicated employee of Kynock Resources Ltd. Surviving are his wife, Ashleigh (Plume); sons, Colton, Maddox and his fur baby Dozer; parents Dell and Cheryl (Blackburn) Church; sisters Lori, Kelly (Ryan Brown); and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by maternal grandparents Leonard and Virginia Blackburn; and paternal grandparents George and Minnie Church. The family would like to thank all of the many nurses and doctors who gave such phenomenal care over these past few months. Special thanks go to the nurses in the Hants Community Hospital’s emergency department and ambulatory care, Dr. Amanda MacDonald and Dr. Bezanson, all of the nurses and support staff from 8A, Dr. Abid and Dr. Couban, and the doctors and nurses from 3A ICU. An extra special thank you to Jenn (3A ICU) for her special care during Ben’s final days. Visitation was 6-8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018 in the Lindsay Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King St., P.O. Box 2218, Windsor, NS B0N 2T0. A service to honour Ben’s life was held 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22, 2018 in Lindsay’s Windsor Funeral Home Chapel. Celebrant David Maginley officiated. A reception followed in Lindsay’s Funeral Home. A private family burial was held in the Newport Landing Cemetery, Avondale Cemetery. Donations in memory may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. To have a donation card placed, please call Lindsay’s (902-798-2232). Online condolences may be sent by clicking on “guestbook” at www. lindsaysfuneralhome.com. Peters,

Frances Elizabeth

Peters — 88, of Berwick, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at the Valley Regional Hospital on Sunday,

Oct. 14, 2018. Fran was born in Little Bay West, Newfoundland on Sept. 2, 1930 to the late Charles and Pheobe (Grandy) Skinner. She was predeceased by her husband of 54 years E. L. “Ted” in 2006. Fran spent 88 years in the service of her family, church, community and her world. She was a member of the Catholic Women’s League and she was an avid volunteer for the Berwick Food Bank for many years. She is survived by Ted (Joanne and their children, Teddy, Christa and Sarah); Theresa (Wayne Eagles and their children, Dana and Landis); Gerald (Pat and their children, Zach, Alex and Miranda); Wendy (Tom Chennell and their children Chasity, Jason and Andrea); Tim (Kate and their children, Sadie, Noah and Frances); Mike (Shelly and their children, Andy and Aleesha); Jack (and his daughter, Beth); 12 greatgrandchildren and nine siblings. There was no visitation, by request. A funeral service, followed by reception, was held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. Father John MacPherson officiated. Burial took place in the Holy Cross Cemetery, Kentville. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to Feed Nova Scotia or a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville. Online condolences and inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.

Ami McKay, who hails from Scott’s Bay, has her book Half Spent Was the Night, available in print and audio. There will be a book tour, with visits scheduled for Halifax Central Library Nov. 7, 7-8 p.m.; Lunenburg Bound Books & Paper Nov. 16, noon; Wolfville Box of Delights Nov. 22, 5-8 p.m.; Dartmouth Chapters Dec. 1, 2-3:30 p.m. Info: http:// amimckay.com/eventspage/

Canning Legion Millett and Hunt Halloween dance party is downstairs in the lounge on Oct. 26, from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Cost: $5; adults only. Cash, costumes. Info: 902-582-7246 after

4 p.m.

Scott’s Bay Recreation is holding an adult Halloween party Oct. 27, from 8 p.m. until midnight at the hall. Music, dancing, refreshments, costume prizes. Admission is finger foods or a freewill donation. Info: 902-5827141.

Ross Creek Centre for the Arts is developing walking/snowshoeing trails on Oct. 28, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteer as a group or solo. Lunch will be provided.

Mi’kmaq art will be Oct. 28, from 1-4 p.m. at the Ross Creek Centre for the Arts. Trevor Gould will perform, there will be Halloween and Day of the Dead activities, and treats. Admission is $5. Food extra. Info: 902-5823842.

Canning Legion Frenchy bag day is Oct. 28, 1-8 p.m., in the upstairs lounge. Donations of quality items may be dropped off the week of Oct. 22 after 4 p.m. Proceeds for projects. Remainder will be donated to the Diabetes

Association. Cost: $5 for a large garbage bag of clothing. Info: 902-582-3157.

Canning Library String Us Along fundraiser is Oct. 28, from 2-4 p.m. at ArtCan. Entertainment is Valerie Goldin (harp), Kim Barlow (banjo) and Andrew Bagley (Spanish guitar), with readings by authors Basma Kavanagh and Wanda Campbell. The emcee is Karen Wassenberg. Hors d’oeuvres and wine will be served. Advance tickets only; $40. Proceeds to the library’s maintenance fund. Info: canninglibary@gmail.com.

Canning Baptist breakfast is Nov. 3, from 7:30-10 a.m. Menu includes: gluten free pancakes and toast, sausage, bacon, hash browns, beans, scrambled eggs. By donation. Info: 902-582-3827.

Canning seniors’ flea market will be held at the Lions hall on Nov. 3, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. More than 50 tables; free admission. Proceeds for seniors group. Info: 902-365-2345 or 902-6782030.