Obituaries
Patricia Marina Fenton
In loving memory of Patsy Fenton, who was born November 25, 1934, and passed away in the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home on May 15, 2026. She was daughter of the late Edward Clarence and Alice Edna (Hudson) Fenton. Born in Country Harbour Mines, she always referred to her birthplace as “God’s country.” Mom was a homemaker and a good one at that. We always sat down to supper, as a family, at the kitchen table. Mom kept busy making sure everyone was taken care of and always put others needs before her own. Always offering to help those who needed assistance; such as drives to bingo, trips to town, nursing the sick and elderly, etc; she had a deep passion for history and genealogy. She clipped articles of interest out of newspapers as well as hundreds of obituaries and kept them in scrapbooks. Mom made use of everything because everything had a purpose. Mom loved her puzzle books and going to bingo nights. She enjoyed nature and its beauty, going to the hunting and fishing camps for the weekend. She had a very special bond with her cousin, Clifford Hudson. They stayed in constant touch over the years. When Cliffy did a lot of travelling the world, he would always send her postcards. She had a close bond with her niece, Lana Fenton, as well. They stayed pen-pals as Lana moved around the provinces, always sending postcards and letters to each other. “Mom was our rock.” Mom is survived by her children, Ronald (Laurie Dort) Langille; Darlene Langille; Darren (Jacquie Green) Langille; Craig (Cathy Cameron) Langille; grandchildren, Anita, Alison, Marina, Tyler, Jansen, Jaylen, Courtney, Nicole; 12 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; brother, John Fenton; many nieces, nephews and their families. Patsy was predeceased by her beloved daughter, Lisa Langille; brother, Perry; sisters, Norma, Nancy, and Nelsie. Special thanks to the RK MacDonald Nursing Home management and staff. Mom loved it there. They treated her very well. Also to Ty Wallace for coming to sing faithfully two or three times a week for the residents. Mom thought the world of him. Also to G.W. Giffin Funeral Home, Shelley and Lewis, for their compassion and caring for the communities around them is above and beyond. At Mom’s request there will be no visitation. A private family graveside burial will be held at a later date in Sunset Cemetery, Argyle. Funeral arrangements are under the dignified and compassionate care of G.W. Giffin Funeral Home, 17545 Hwy 316, Country Harbour. Online condolences may be made at www.gwgiffin.com.
Charles Ernest “Charlie” Gammon
Gammon, Charles Ernest “Charlie”, 71, of New Harbour, passed away at home on May 18, 2026, after a short battle with cancer. He was a son of the late Ernest and Mary (Hulmen) Gammon. Charlie was the love of Lynette’s life. He was always ready to help anyone who needed it. He worked in maintenance at Mount St. Vincent University; construction work in Newfoundland; at Bickerton Industries; and cutting pulp. He spent much of his time in his garage fixing skidoos or cars. Charlie enjoyed fishing and hunting. He loved animals; dogs, cats or the wild ones that passed through his yard, like the little brown rabbit that came to visit. He is survived by his wife, Lynette, New Harbour; son, Greg (Rose) Harmun, Fort McMurray; daughters, Debbie, Truro, Mags (Mike), Chester; grandchildren, Alison, Darren, Nevaeh, Ashley, Monic, Sam, Bella, Colton, Kiki; sister, Dianne (Kenny), Charlos Cove; several nieces, nephews and their families. Charlie was predeceased by his son, Nathan; brother, Tommy; sister, Mary (Simon) Pellerine, and brother-in-law, Winston Richard. At Charlie’s request there will be no visitation or funeral service. Arrangements are under the dignified and compassionate care of G.W. Giffin Funeral Home, 17545 Hwy 316, Country Harbour. Online condolences may be made at www.gwgiffin.com.
Ruth Paulette (Lumsden) Hanlon
Ruth Paulette (Lumsden) Hanlon, 74, Canso, Guysborough County
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of a wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. On Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Eastern Memorial Hospital Canso with her husband Tommy of 57 years by her side. Mom was born in Antigonish, March 10, 1952, to the late Belmont and Edith (Roberts) Lumsden.
Mom worked at the Canso Fish Plant, nursing home in Hazel Hill, Canso Restaurant and Eastern Memorial Hospital before retiring. Mom loved being outside in the flower garden, completing word searches and loved being surrounded by family and friends.
Mom is survived by her two sons, Michael (Sherri), Fort McMurray; Robert (Dyan), Edmonton; and her daughter, Laura Lee (Brian), Truro; and her grandchildren, Tyler (Amy) Hanlon, Sarah (Nicholas) Nuttall, Rebecca Hanlon, Marcus Boudreau, Zachery (Nicole) Boudreau, Logan Hanlon and Adora Hanlon. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Thomas, Ryan and Leland; sister, Linda (John) Armsworthy, Big Island Merigomish; brother, Bruce (Audrey) Lumsden, Melvern Square, NS; sisters-in-law, Louise and Lorraine & Brenda; and many nieces and nephews.
Mom is predeceased by her parents; infant sister, Winnifred; brothers, Edison, Jerry Clyde and Belmont; sister-in-law, Maxine.
The family thanks Dr. Chris Milburn and the staff at the Eastern Memorial Hospital. Thanks to the EHS and the Canso/Hazel Hill Volunteer Fire Department for responding.
Visitation was held May 22, 2026, in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Canso. Funeral service was held May 23, 2026, in Canso United Baptist Church, With Rev. David Wheeler officiating. Burial will be at a later date.
Family flowers only by request, memorial donations in memory of Ruth may be made to Canso United Baptist Church, Canso. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com
Ambrose Rogers
1930 – 2026
William Ambrose Rogers, 95 of Black Avon, Heatherton, passed away on May 21, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Ambrose was born in Heatherton to the late Joseph and Peggy (MacDonald) Rogers, and he is survived by and dearly missed by his loving wife of 70 years, Madeline, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
At a young age, Ambrose, the eldest of 13 siblings, helped his parents on the family farm doing chores before and after each day in school. He often told stories on how school was different in those days. At the age of 10, he built a book stand in class, and he still has it in his room today. In his youth, Ambrose was a member of the Heatherton 4-H Club where he enjoyed showing cattle, woodworking, and many other activities, developing his love for agriculture. In his teen years, he and a group of young men attended an agriculture course at the monastery where they learned more on the ways of farming and growing crops. He continued to be actively involved in his community, joining many local boards and councils throughout his life.
One hot summer day, Ambrose walked to the nearby switchboard operator. This is where he met Madeline, his loving wife of over 70 years, often admitting he returned to make more calls than necessary. Married in July of 1955, they started their lifelong journey of raising a large family of 10 children (five boys and five girls) in their big farmhouse. The big family did not stop there, the 10 children blessed Ambrose and Madeline with 22 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Family was everything to him, and he took great pride in all their accomplishments, repeatedly telling them how proud he was, all while giving them a bear hug from his kitchen chair. He always looked forward to receiving visits from his cherished children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, neighbours, friends, and “The Golden Girls.”
His hard work ethic led Ambrose to buy his farm at the age of 21, in which he worked until the age of 89. His days were spent milking cattle, raising sheep and chickens, baling hay, growing vegetables, cutting pulp, and making cheese and butter. Known as “The Chicken Man,” Ambrose maintained lasting connections and friendships within the agricultural community throughout his life. No matter where he encountered folks, there was always a mutual warm greeting and a firm handshake.
Rarely missing a Sunday Mass in Heatherton, Ambrose credited his faith (and Madeline’s great cooking!) for helping him live a long and healthy life. They created a warm loving home to which everyone longed to return. Ambrose was known for his quick wit, which continued to bring a chuckle to his healthcare workers and family up to his final day. Ambrose’s desire to always remain in his farm home of 75 years was fulfilled when he passed away peacefully at home amidst a beautiful sunrise.
He is survived by his children; Mary Broussard, Darlene Rogers-Neary (Gary Ellis), Theresa Rogers (Robert Brownell), Raymond Rogers (Lorraine), Maureen Rogers (Richard Wedge), Gregory Rogers, Philip Rogers (Angela), Shelly Teasdale (John), Michael Rogers (Donna), and Paul Rogers (Paula Campbell-Rogers); grandchildren, Michael Broussard (Megan), Sinead Neary (James), Richard Neary (Kara), Andrew Rogers (Jillian), Genna Maas (Angus), Jillian Chisholm (Stephen), Christopher Rogers (Alena), Lianne Rogers, Laura Rogers (Jordan), Ben Wedge, Alix Wedge, Kyle Rogers, Megan Rogers, Patrick Teasdale, Timothy Teasdale (Jenna), Jensen Teasdale (Kenzie), Jeffery Teasdale, Michael Rogers Jr., Ria Rogers, Cassie Rogers, James Rogers, and Isabel Rogers; great-grandchildren, Carmen and Eunice Broussard, Silas Neary, Laken, Liam, and Elise Rogers, Luke, Hallie, Alaina, and Rhett Maas, and Maura Chisholm; siblings, Jerome “Sonny” Rogers (Mary), Pauline McCluskey, Ronnie Rogers (Cathy), Ernie Day (Harriet), Reg Day (Jessie); and in-laws Jerry Deon (Sharon), Albert Deon, Betty Deon, Loretta Brennan, and Marie Sampson.
Besides his parents, Ambrose is predeceased by siblings, Sister Rosemary Rogers, Alan Hughie Rogers, Edward Rogers (Margaret), Bernice Keay (Hilus), Isabel Gillis (John Hugh), Helen Dunbar (Eddie), Stephen Rogers, Sharon MacIsaac (Hughie), Ivan Philip Rogers; son-in-law, Kevin Broussard; and brothers-in-laws, Jim McCluskey, Ben DeYoung (Janet), John Deon (Shelia), Ernie Brennan, and Walter Sampson.
Visitation was held on May 25 and 26 in C.L. Curry Funeral Home, Antigonish, with funeral Mass to be held Wednesday, May 27, at 11 a.m., in Immaculate Conception Church, Heatherton, with Reverend Dennis Lamey presiding. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
In memoriam, donations to the C.A.R.E. Van at the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home, Diabetes Canada, or a charity of your choice appreciated.
On Ambrose’s behalf, the family expresses sincere appreciation for the exceptional care provided by the home care workers, V.O.N., the palliative care team, and all who filled his 95 years of life with joy and love.
Online condolences: www.clcurry.com
