Obituaries

Crystal Elizabeth Cameron

1981 – 2026

We are heartbroken to announce the sudden passing of Crystal Elizabeth Cameron of Antigonish on Sunday, January 4, 2026.

Born in Antigonish, she was a daughter of Carmen Cameron and Catherine (Crispo) Cameron.

Crystal was always a bright, intelligent child who could make a room laugh with her crazy antics. She was an avid reader with a photographic memory, and she also taught herself to play guitar. She enjoyed having snacks while watching scary movies and true crime shows while cuddled up to her cats, and family dinners on Sundays at her mother’s with her daughter, father, sister, and nephew. Crystal worked at Canadian Tire, a job she truly enjoyed.

Besides her parents, she is survived by her daughter, Summer Catherine Spiers; sister, Pamela (Corey) Breen; and nephew, Brady Breen.

She is predeceased by her maternal grandparents, James and Marie Crispo; paternal grandparents, Robert and Lola Cameron; and many aunts and uncles.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral Mass and burial will be held in the spring. Friends gathered after 4 p.m. Mass on Jan. 10 at Monsignor Donnelly Hall, Tracadie, to celebrate Crystal.

In memoriam, donations to CA-R-MA Antigonish appreciated.

Online condolences: www.clcurry.com

Isabell Margaret Cameron

1923 – 2026

CAMERON, Isabell Margaret, 102, formerly of Goshen, Guysborough County, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in The Maples Supportive Living Residence, Antigonish. Born in MacPherson’s Mills, she was a daughter of the late Donald and Lydia (Mason) Fraser. Isabell joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in May, 1943, and served until May, 1946. She worked for Gamble Robinson Ltd. for 11 years in Timmins and six years in Kitchener, Ontario. She married her husband, Wallace Cameron, on August 18, 1951. They moved to Goshen in 1967. Isabell served as the postmistress in Goshen for 17 years. She was a member of King’s United Church, Loch Katrine, and Royal Canadian Legion Arras Branch 59, Antigonish. She participated in many Remembrance Day Services and Goshen Canada Day parades. Isabell loved animals and thoroughly enjoyed her life. Isabell is survived by her daughters-in-law, Angie Henderson, Kathy Cleveland; grandchildren, Christina Henderson, Steven Henderson, Amanda Henderson, Melissa McGee; great-grandchildren, Hannah, Ella, Alyssa, Matthew, Colby and Grace; sister, Edna Rhoda, Kitchener, Ontario; nephew, Bob Rhoda, and many other nieces, nephews and their families; good friend, Flora Grass. She was predeceased by her husband, Wallace; sons, Ronald and Carmen Henderson; sisters-in-law, Alice (Frank) MacCulloch, Bertha (Cameron) Sinclair; brothers-in-law, Mike Rhoda, Charles Cameron, Robert (Elva) Cameron; nieces, Sandra Rhoda, Bridget Rhoda; nephew, Frankie MacCulloch. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 14, from 1 p.m. until time of funeral service at 2 p.m. in King’s United Church, Loch Katrine, with Rev. Meredith Marple officiating. Interment to follow in Goshen Cemetery. The family expresses thanks to the entire staff at The Maples for their compassion, care and respect given to Isabell since 2021. Memorial donations may be made to King’s United Church Memorial Fund. Funeral arrangements are under the dignified and compassionate care of G.W. Giffin Funeral Home, 17545 Highway 316, Country Harbour.

Howard Edward Daley

Daley, Howard Edward, born June 27, 1937, in Black Point, Guysborough County. Moving in childhood to his family home in Fox Island, Howard passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, in Eastern Memorial Hospital, Canso. Howard spent his numerous careers at sea. He worked at the Bedford Institute of Oceanography; then served with the Canadian Coast Guard as a crew member on the CCGS John A. MacDonald Icebreaker that patrolled the Arctic, escorting ships through the Northwest Passage. Howard’s final career was with Canso Sea Freeze, fishing on trawlers. He made many lifelong friends and gathered many stories to tell. After retiring, he spent his days at home in White Head with his wife, Vivian, travelling, fishing, berry picking and winning many card games. Howard loved spending time with his grandchildren and taking drives with Brian. Howard is survived by his beloved wife, Vivian (Bond); sons, Edward (Nadia), Brian, Eric (Shelly); daughter, Priscilla (Rodney); grandchildren, Cain, Tie, Quinnlynn, Willow; siblings, Sarah (Eldon), Irene, Emmitt (Marilyn), Regina (Mike); sisters-in-law, Doreen, Clara; brothers-in-law, Douglas, Earl, Melvin; several nieces, nephews and their families. He was predeceased by his parents, Vincent and Amanda (Munroe) Daley; siblings, Isabelle, Marion, James and twin sisters, in infancy; son-in-law, PO2 Craig Blake. The family thanks the staff at Eastern Memorial Hospital for all their kindness. Online condolences may be made at www.gwgiffin.com

Dianne Lee “Diana” MacLean

1947 – 2026

On January 6, 2026, we lost our Mom so she could go to be with our Dad.

Dianne Lee “Diana” MacLean passed away peacefully at St. Martha’s Regional Hospital, Antigonish, with her family and friends at her side.

Born in Truro, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Caroline (Smith) Poirer.

Called “The Black Beauty” in her younger days due to her beautiful hair, Diana touched many lives. She was a very loving and caring person who made friends fast, largely because she never had a bad word to say about anyone (unless they were beating her in a game of crib). A proud homemaker, when she was young she worked at the Moonlight and other restaurants in Antigonish to help support her family when her father took sick.

Diana is survived by her three boys, John C., Paul and Trevor, all of Ohio, Antigonish County. She was deeply proud of her grandchildren, Kerrrissa, Peyton, Caleb and Gemma; and great-grandchildren, Isabella and Gracie. She is also survived by her brothers, Donnie, West River; and Sheldon, Calgary; sisters, Sheila, Calgary; Elaine, New Glasgow; and Pam (Larry), Country Harbour; in-laws, Collie (Marla), Rodney (Fiona), Gracemary (Dave), and Cathy (Allan), and many cousins and extended family.

She was predeceased by her husband, John A.; sister, Betty; a sibling, in infancy; and brothers-in-law, Bernard and Reg.

Cremation has taken place, and a graveside service will be held in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in the spring.

In Memoriam, donations to St. Martha’s Regional Hospital Foundation (palliative care unit) or the Canadian Cancer Society are appreciated.

The family thanks the doctors and nurses in the palliative care unit at St. Martha’s Hospital for their compassion and care, Amanda for all of her support, Emma for her kindness, and Tracy, whom Diana considered the daughter she never had.

Online condolences: www.clcurry.com

Rosalie McKenna (Keep)

We share the passing of our mother, Momma, Nanny, friend and wife on January 4, 2026.

Service to follow in the spring.

Thank you to all who cared for her, especially those at Canso Seaside Manor.

Terry Dale VanHaverbeke

Terry Dale VanHaverbeke “Perkins”, born August 1,1959 in Tillsonburg, Ontario to Oswald “Ozzie” VanHaverbeke and Grace Cecilia (Johnson) VanHaverbeke.

He lived his life both as a servant to God, and the goodness this Earth provides. He was a jolly man with many opinions and a vast amount of knowledge and degrees. Preceded in death by his parents, Ozzie October and Grace, uncles and aunts. Survived by his loving wife, Katja VanHaverbeke (Lutz); children, Lance and Taylor VanHaverbeke, friend, April Epple; brothers, John (Kim) VanHaverbeke, Larry (Annie deceased 2024) Randy (Linda); nieces, Vanessa (Jeff) Jiggens, Heather (Matt) Kendrick, Lori VanHaverbeke, Lisa (Kurt) Morton; great nieces, Lux and Leia Kendrick, Katie VanHaverbeke, Lily Morton; great-nephew, Luke Morton; brother-in-law, Martin Lutz (Krystle); sister-in-law, Sonja (Mark); Katja’s children, Angela (Brandon) Legere, Hope (Todd) Wybouw; Pepe to James, Blake, Chase, Laila, Noah and Sage.

Terry built his career as a manager for 40 years. He loved seeking a deeper relationship with God, fishing, hunting, quadding and sledding, ice fishing, studying and collecting herbs, and spending his time with his wife, family and friends in his Hazel Hill home after establishing a homestead after leaving Ontario. He adored her, his closeness to God and nature that he found here.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be forwarded to Canadian Bible Society, palliative care unit at St Martha’s Regional Hospital, Antigonish, or the Eastern Memorial Hospital in Canso.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 2 p.m. in Canso United Baptist Church with Rev David Wheeler officiating.

Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com