Bras d'Or Gazette 17 June 1896*
Mrs. Geo. Maubourquette of L'Ardoise, died there on Saturday after a long illness. She was the mother of Rev. Father Maubourquette of Thorburn and was a lady highly respected and esteemed buy all her acquaintance.
Death Record:  Angele Mombourquette (Sancon), 55 years old, d. Aug. 22, 1896, bur. Aug. 24, 1896, w/o George Mombourquette, Witness: Joseph Mombourquette, others Priest: H. P. MacPherson *This newspaper date needs to be rechecked for accuracy.

Aug. 18, 1947 - 
Glace Bay, Charles Masters - Aug.18 - The death of Charles Masters, 35, occurred this morning in the Glace Bay General Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was born in Halifax and was employed as a dockyard worker. Besides his widow he is survived by two sons, Aflred, Wayne and a daughter Mary all of L'Ardoise and his mother Mrs. Hillaire Gracie at L'Ardoise. Sisters are: Emma in Montreal; Mrs. Ernest Sampson, L'Ardoise; brother Walter Masters, L'Ardoise and a stepbrother Albert Gracie, also of L'Ardoise. The funeral will be held at L'Ardoise and burial in the parish cemetery on Thursday morning. 
(Charles Buster Master is s/o Joseph Masters and Mamie Norden - His wife is Eva Sampson, d/o Alfred S. and Catherine Mombourquette)

Jan 7, 1961
L'Ardoise-Funeral services will be held here today for Charles A. Martell, 92, a retired carpenter, who died at St. Rita Hospital, Sydney, Thursday. [Jan 5th] Surviving are four daughters, Anna, Mrs. Hubert Sampson, Maimi; Florence, Mrs Robert Wardrope, Hawaii; Mrs Alfred Murray, Boston; Mrs. Linda Mombourquette, L'Ardoise; two sons, Clarence at home; Harvey, Halifax. He was a member of Guardian Angel Parish.

June 3, 1961
The funeral for James Mombourquette, L'Ardoise who died suddenly there at the age of 85, was held Wednesday from the Guardian Angel Church. Interment was in the church cemetery. Mr. Mombourquette was predeceased by his wife. He is survived by five sons, George, Francis, Isaac all at home, William of Spryfield and Henry of Halifax; and four daughters, Mrs. Victoria Mariner, Loch Lomond, Cape Breton, Mary (Mrs. Emery Slate) of Spryfield, Matilda (Mrs. Thomas Clannon) and Evangeline, Mrs. Stephen Martell, both at home.

Nov 18, 1963
L'Ardoise West-Charles Alfred Mombourquette, aged 62, died at his home in L'Ardoise West Friday after a lengthy illness. He was employed as a carpenter for a number of years and operated a grocery store for a short time. He was a member of Holy guardian Angel parish, and the vice-president of the Richmond county Progressive conservative Association. Mr. Mombourquette is survived by his wife the former Annie May Briand; two sons, Samuel, Halifax and Alexander L'Ardoise West. two daughters, Joan (Mrs. James Duggan) Halifax and Annette (Mrs. Jerome Martell),  L'Ardoise West and one brother Frank, L'Ardoise West and St. Peter's. Funeral Will be held Tuesday in time for ...... High Mass, at 10 a.m. at the Holy Guardian Angel Church. Interment will be in the church cemetery.

Sept 8, 1964
Edward F. Mombourquette, 79 of L'Ardoise, Richmond County, died yesterday at his home. He was Born in L'Ardoise and was the son of the late Felix Mombourquette and Annie Thibeau. Mr. Mombourquette is survived by; his wife the former Annie Berrett; seven daughters, Agnes (Mrs. Fabie Deveau), Theresa, (Mrs. Harry Johnson), Laura, (Mrs. Basil Fogarty), Annie Mae, (Mrs. Harry LeRue), all of Halifax; Margaret ( Mrs. MacAvoy), Elizabeth, (Mrs. Herbert Roy), Lillian, (Mrs. Earl Ellis); and four sons. Paul of Westphal, Dan of Halifax, Felix and Alfred at home; two brothers, James at L'Ardoise, and Murdock at Halifax, 17 grandchildren and five great-grand children. His body is at his home in L'Ardoise. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at Holy Guardian Angel church, L'Ardoise. Burial will be in the church cemetery. 

Dec 2, 1965
Harry Martell L'Ardoise-Harry Martell, a former resident of L'Ardoise, Cape Breton, Died suddenly at home in St. Eustache, Quebec, yesterday. He is survived by his father, Albert; his wife, Alice; two sons Gerald and Robert; daughter, Linda, all in St. Eustache; three sisters, Irene (Mrs. Cyril Jones), Halifax; Rose (Mrs. Ronald Lawrence), California; Lola (Mrs. T. St. Louis), Quebec; two brothers, Edward and Alfred, St. Eustache. The funeral will be in St. Eustache Friday.

Mar 4, 1966
L'ARDOISE-Albert Martell, (? 86)(not clear), a native of L'ardoise, died in Montreal Hospital Wednesday after a long illness. He was the son of the late Fredrick Martell and Flavie Mombourquette, and a fishman until he moved to Montreal 25 years ago. His wife, the former Celiste Sampson, died in 1940 . He is survived by three daughters, Irene (Mrs. Herold Jones), Halifax; Rose (Mrs. Ronnie Lawrence), Califonia; Lola (Mrs. Ted St. Louis), Quebec; two sons, Aldore and Alfred, Twin Mountains, Quebec; three sisters, Catherine (Mrs. Hubert Sampson), L'Ardoise; Sabine (Mrs. Charles Sampson), Rockdale; Obiline (Mrs. Leo Vaughan), Boston; two brothers, Charlie, Martinique; Maurice, Morell, P.E.I. and 11 grandchildren. The funeral service is at the Roman Catholic Church in Two Mountains, Quebec, on Saturday.

Nov 29, 1966
Ernest A. Martell (A. for Angus)
L'Ardoise - Funeral service will be held here today at 3:30 p.m. from Holy Guardian Angels Church for Ernest Angus Martell, 78. Interment will be in the Parish Cemetery. Mr. Martell died Saturday at St. Rita Hospital, Sydney. He was former Postmaster in the community, a member of the Knights of Columbus and was active in community affairs. surviving are his wife, the former Marguerite O'Tool; four sons, Cyril J. Moncton; Jerome, L'Ardoise; Ernest, Halifax; Father Michael, Rome, Italy and now at home; three daughters; Mrs. Pat Murdock, Sept Isle, Que.; Mrs. Jim MacDonald, Calgary; Mrs. Les Martell, New Jersey; Two sister, Blanche and Mrs. C.I. Cameron. St Peter's.

Mar 15, 1967
Murdock Martell
L'Ardoise- Murdock Martell, born in L'Ardoise, died Monday in New Jersey. He was 69. Son of the late William Martell, he left Nova Scotia 41years ago and worked for several years in a radio factory. Mr. Martell is survived by his wife Elizabeth; three daughters and several grand children in New Jersey; a sister, Loretta (Mrs. Edward Keigan), brothers, George and Wilfred, Halifax.

Sept 27, 1967
Mrs. Sarah Mombourquette, 69, wife of Manuel Mombourquette, Lower L'Ardoise, Cape Breton, died in sydney. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McGrath of Lower L'Ardoise. Surviving are her husband; eight daughters, Mary (Mrs. Lloyd Pastorius), Dartmouth; Margaret (Mrs. Alex LaBelle), Eastern Passage, Theresa (Mrs. Burton MacNeil), Bridgetown; Catherine (Mrs. Francis Mombourquette), Mildred (Mrs. Herbie Briand), Gladys (Mrs. George Gracie), Rita (Mrs. Harry Sampson), Sally Mombourquette; two sons, Tommy and Mannie, all of Lower L'Ardoise; Four sisters, Dollie (Mrs. Jeffrey Landry), and Kate (Mrs. Willie Sampson), both of Lower L'Ardoise; Agnes (Mrs. Gerald MacNeil), Spryfield; Lizzie Mrs. Patrick Sampson), Sydney; two brothers, Tommie, Lower L'Ardoise; and Billie, Spryfield; 50 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Oct 10, 1968
Mrs. Annie Mombourquette, 75, widow of Ned Mombourquette, died at her home in L'Ardoise, Richmond County. She is survived by seven daughters, Elizabeth (Mrs. Albert Roy); Mrs Margaret McAboy; Lillian (Mrs. Earl Ellis), all of L'Ardoise; Agnes (Mrs. Fabie Deveaux); Theresa (Mrs. Henry Johnson); Annie May (Mrs. Harry LeRue); Laura (Mrs. Basil Fogarty) all of Halifax; four sons, Felix and Albert, L'Ardoise; Paul and Dan, Halifax; one sister, Agnes, in the United States; 18 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held Friday at the Holy guardian Angel Church in L'Ardoise, with interment in the church cemetery.

Jan 29, 1970
Martell, Sylvester
Sylvester C. Martell, 86, of L'Ardoise, died Jan. 27 at the Victoria General Hospital. He is survived by his wife, the former Annie Briand; two daughters, Mary (Mrs. Kenneth Oakley), L'Ardoise, and Eileen (Mrs. Leo Pottie), Halifax; five sons, Johnie and Lawrence, both of L'Ardoise and Charles, Walter and Cornelius, all of Halifax, and one brother, Guss, L'Ardoise. Funeral service will be held in L'Ardoise.

Aug 7, 1970 
Mrs. Marguerite Martell, L'Ardoise, Richmond County, died at Home Wednesday. Born in St. Peter's, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. David O'Toole. She is survived by four sons, Cyril, Moncton: Jerome, L'Ardoise; Ernest, Moncton; and Rev. Blair, Toronto; Three daughters, Jean (Mrs. Pat. Murdock), Seven Islands, Que.; Joan (Mrs. James MacDonald), Calgary, and Carolyn (Mrs. Lester Martell, L'Ardoise; four sisters, Frances and Alice, Both of Boston and Bertie and Annie: two brothers, Dr. George, Walkerton, Ont.; and Wilfred, Saskatchewan. Her Husband, Ernest, predeceased her. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise. Burial will be in the Parish Cemetery

Oct 13, 1972 
Felix Mombourquette, 58, of L'Ardoise. Richmond County, Cape Breton, Died Wednesday in St. Rita Hospital, Sydney. Born in L'Ardoise, Cape Breton, he was a son of the late Ned and Annie Mombourquette. Surviving are three brothers, Paul, Westphal; Dan, Halifax and Albert in L'Ardoise; seven sisters, Agnes (Mrs. Fabie Deveau); Theresa (Mrs. Harry Johnson) and Laura (Mrs. Basil Fogarty) all of Halifax, Mrs. Margaret MacAvoy; Mrs. Lillian Ellis, Annie Mae, (Mrs. Harry LaRue), Elizabeth (Mrs. Albert Croy), all of L'Ardoise; and a number of nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and two sisters. The body is in his home in L'Ardoise. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Nov 22. 1978
Simon J. Mombourquette-Lower L'Ardoise-Simon Joseph Mombourquette, 63 of Lower L'Ardoise, died Monday in St. Rita's Hospital, Sydney. Born in Lower L'Ardoise, he was a son of the late Simon and Adele (Martell) Mombourquette. Surviving are his dwife, the former Pearl Atkinson; a daughter Patricia, Dartmouth; a son Brian, at home, two brothers, Dennis and Sylvestor, both of Lower L'Ardoise, four sisters, Mrs Mae Fitzsimmons, Sydney; Mrs. Rose Dargie, Annapolis; Mrs. Minni? LeRue, Lower L'ardoise; Esther of Halifax, and one granddaughter. He was predeceased by a brother Maurice. The body is at L'Ardoise Funeral Home. Funeral will be Thursday at 10 a.m. at the Church of the Holy Guardian Angel, L'Ardoise, Rev. Clarince MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery.

Nov 23, 1978
Douglas Francis Mombourquette-Glace Bay-Douglas Francis Mombourquette, 33 died Sunday as a result of a drowning accident near St. Peter's. Born in Rockdale, he was the son of Veronica (Sampson) of Rockdale and the late Charles Mombourquette. He was employed in the maintenance department of the heavy water plant in Glace Bay. Surviving are his wife, the former Caren Savoy; a sister Anne Marie, St. Joseph's, N.B.' one brother, Rev. James, parish priest of Louisdale. The body will be at the L'Ardoise Parish Funeral Home after 2:00 p.m. today. Funeral mass will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise. Rev. Clarence MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

September 30, 1988
MARTELL, Helaire Placide-87, Rockdale, Richmond Co., died Friday in Strait Richmond Hospital. Born in Rockdale, he was the son of the late Placide and Sophie Martell. He is survived by his wife Melinda Martell; a daughter, Mary Anne (Mrs.Allen Mombourquette), Halifax; a brother Vincent, Halifax. He was predeceased by four brothers, Wilfred, Fred, Henry, John- Simon, in infancy; four sisters, Tina, Cora, Minnie, Margaret. The body is in L'Ardoise Funeral Home, L'Ardoise, Richmond Co. Funeral will be held 10a.m. Monday, Holy Guardian Angel's Church, L'Ardiose, Rev. J.J. MacDonald officiating. Burial in parish cemetery.

Jan 20, 1989
Mombourquette, Daniel U.-67, 22 MacLeod St. Sydney, died Tuesday in Sydney City Hospital. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Peter and Annie (MacNeil). He retired from Sydney Steel Corp. He was a member of Holy  Redeemer Church, Sydney. He was a well known in the sports of soccer, hockey and baseball and he was a member of the Leisure Skaters Club. He is survived by his wife, the former Dorothy Daye; three sons, Blaise, Daniel, Glen, all of Sydney; three brothers, Neil, Angus, both of Sydney; Alex, Cornwall, Ont.; five sisters. Catherine MacDonald, Sydney River; Mamie Morrison, Jane Pearson, both of Sydney; Helen (Mrs. Bill Rudderham), Kingston, Ont.; Mamie (Mrs. Ken Babkirk), Moncton; two stepdaughters, Susan Genter. Sydney; Jodi Dingall, South Bar; four stepson. James Carey, Riverview, N.B.; Murray, Alan, both of South Bar; Lloyd, St. Catharines, Ont.; 14 grandchildren; a great-grandchild. He was predeceased by his first wife the former Mary Carey; three brothers, Rod, Louis, John W. The body is in Sydney Mmemorial Chapel. Funeral will be held 10 a.m. Friday. Holy Redeemer Church, Sydney. Cremation to follow. Memorial donations may be made to Nova Scotia Heart Foundation or Nova Scotia Lung Association.

C. B. Post - December 13, 1989
James G. MARTELL, James Gerard MARTELL, 62, of Rockdale, Richmond County, died Monday, December 12, at the Victoria General Hospital in Halifax. Born in Rockdale, he was the son of the late Charles A. and Annie Mae (MOMBOURQUETTE) MARTELL. Besides his companion, Elizabeth SAMPSON, he is survived by his sisters: Rita (Mrs. Pat GARETY), Halifax, Valerie (Mrs. Allan FRASER), Ontario, Blanche (Mrs. Ralph SAMPSON), Montreal and Jane, Rockdale. As well, he is survived by three brothers, John, Quentin and Francis, all of Rockdale. The body is in the Holy Guardian Angel parish funeral home, L'Ardoise. Funeral mass will take place at Holy Guardian Angel Church on Friday at 10 am, with Rev. J. J. MacDONALD officiating. Burial will take place at Mount Calvary Cemetery, L'Ardoise. The funeral is under the direction of the Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Nov 26, 1990 
Mombourquette, Veronica Stella (Vera)-78, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, Richmond County, Died Friday at the villa. Born in Rockdale, Richmond County she was a daughter of the late William and Grace (Nearing) Samson. She is survived by a daughter, Anne Marie, Tracadie, N.B.; a son, Father Jim, Lourdes, Stellarton; two stepsisters, Mrs. Elsie Smith, L'Ardoise West; Mrs. Edna Klinick, Duncan, B.C.; a step brother, Ralph Burkey, Sydney, Australia; She was predeceased by her husband, Charles; a son, Douglas F.; a brother Pat Samson; A stepsister; Marie Martell. The body is in Holy Guardian Angels Funeral Home. L'Ardoise. Funeral will be 3 p.m. today at Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Holy Guardian Angels Funeral Home Renovations Fund or Activities Department of Richmond Villa or W.B. Kingston Memorial Clinic, L'Ardoise. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery, L'Ardoise.

Aug 31, 1992
MIDDLETON, Charles Albert - Rockdale, Richmond County, died August 29, 1992, in Victoria General Hospital, Halifax. Born in Rockdale, he was a son of the late Henry and Barbara (Mombourquette) Middleton. He is survived by two brothers, Roy, L'Ardoise, Richmond County; Bernard, Rockdale; three sisters, Muriel, Rita, Edna (Mrs. Patrick Sampson), all of Halifax. He was predeceased by two brothers, Joseph Roy in infancy, Gerald; two sisters, Margaret Gillis, Cecelia. The body is in L'Ardoise Funeral Home, visiting 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Tuesday in Holy Guardian Angels Parish, L'Ardoise, Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery, L'Ardoise. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to any charity.

Jan 13, 1993
MacLEAN, Johnena - 81, L'Ardoise, Richmond County, formerly of Inverness, died January 10, 1993, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Skye Mountain, Inverness County, she was a daughter of the late Dan C. and Annie (MacLellan) MacInnis. She is survived by three daughters, Dolena Eisener, Anna Cottreau, Cecilia Chisholm, all of Toronto; six sons, Jack, L'Ardoise; George, Tilbury, Ont.; Larry, Carson, Harold, Donald, all of Toronto; two brothers, James, L'Ardoise; Sandy, Sydney; 32 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Archie Dan; two sisters, Margaret, Annie Florence; four brothers, Alex, Dan George, Murdock Angus, Murdock Archie. The body is in Inverness Funeral Home, visiting 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today. Funeral will be 11 a.m. Thursday in Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church, Inverness, Rev. Reginald Currie officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Feb 1, 1993
MARTELL, Blanche Mary - 62, L'Ardoise, Richmond County, died January 30, 1993, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of Annie (Fraser) Mombourquette, St. Peter's, and the late Dave Mombourquette. She served as a telephone operator for 10 years. She is survived by her husband, Joseph J.; five sons, Austin, Soldiers Cove, Richmond County; Fraser, St. Peter's; Angus, Hay Cove, Richmond County; Jerry, River Bourgeois; Tommy, Rockdale, Richmond County; four daughters, Jackie, Maureen, both at home; Pauline, L'Ardoise; Colleen, Hay Cove; two brothers, Dave, Ontario; Charlie, Florida; six grandchildren. The body has been cremated under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday in Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to Izaak Walton Killam Children's Hospital.

Feb.19, 1993
MacAskill, Janie Christina - 76, 15 Dover St., Westmount, Cape Breton County, formerly of Louisbourg, died February 18, 1993, in Sydney Community Health Centre. Born in Point Michaud, Richmond County, she was a daughter of the late Angus and Lillian (Rafuse) MacAskill. She worked for National Sea Products, Louisbourg for 23 years. She was a member of Zion Presbyterian Church, Louisbourg. She is survived by a daughter, Mary Ann (Mrs. Donald Hall), Catalone; two sons, Garfield, Scarborough, Ont.; John F., Toronto; sister, Frances Kaiser, Westmount; brother, John F., Sydney; eight grandchildren. The body is in Sydney Memorial Chapel, visiting 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, where funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Pastor Kirk MacLeod officiating. Burial will be in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens.

Mar 12, 1993
MARTELL, George Edward - 78, Rockdale, Richmond County, died March 9, 1993, at home. Born in Rockdale, he was a son of the late Dan E. and Mary Jane (Sampson) Martell. A life resident of Rockdale, he was a retired fisherman and carpenter. He is survived by a brother, Alonzo, Rockdale; two sisters, Rita (Mrs. Bert Sampson), Rockdale; Rose (Mrs. Donald Burton), LaHave. He was predeceased by a brother, Michael. The body is in L'Ardoise Parish Funeral Parlor, visiting 2-9 p.m. today. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Saturday in Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

May 8, 1993
MARTELL, Vincent H. - 85, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, died May 6, 1993, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Rockdale, he was a son of the late Placide and Sophie (Martell) Martell. He was a veteran of the Second World War and worked for Canadian Liquid Air, Halifax, for many years. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by five brothers, Wilfred, Helaire, Henry, Fred, John Simon; four sisters, Cora, Margaret, Minnie, Tina. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in L'Ardoise Parish Funeral Parlour. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Sunday in Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery, L'Ardoise. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dr. W.B. Kingston Memorial Clinic, L'Ardoise. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Jan 10, 1994
MARTELL, Alvina - 81, Arichat, Richmond County, died January 9, 1994, in St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond County, she was a daughter of the late Joe and Lily (Peters) Martell. She is survived by a daughter, Mary LeBlanc, Pugwash, Cumberland County; five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild. She was predeceased by two sisters, Sarah, Sophie; brother, Matthew. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Tuesday in Our Lady of Assumption Church, Arichat, Rev. Hughie D. MacDonald officiating. Burial will be held at a later date in parish cemetery. Donations may be made to St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre or any charity.

Feb 14, 1994
MARTELL, Raymond - 80, 3782 Kencrest Ave., Halifax, died February 13, 1994, in Halifax. Born in Rockdale, Richmond County, he was a son of the late Jeffrey and Rose Martell. He had resided in Halifax since 1939. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving from 1939-1945 with the RCNVR on various ships. After the war, he successfully operated a hardware store on Gottingen Street, where he made many friends. He was a member of St. Stephen's Roman Catholic Church was a 4th degree Knight, Knights of Columbus 8666 and member of Royal Canadian Legion, Scotia Branch 25; Pension Concern Inc. of Canada and an associate member of Investment Property Owners Association of Nova Scotia. He is survived by his wife, the former Agnes Martell; three sisters, Emma (Mrs. Leo Jeffrey), Louisdale, Cape Breton; Kay (Mrs. Frank Mombourquette), L'Ardoise, Cape Breton; Rita (Mrs. Fred Burgess), Halifax; several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and Tuesday in Cruikshank's Funeral Home, Robie Street, Halifax. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Stephen Church, Normandy Drive, Rev. Donald Boudreau officiating. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or any charity.

Mar 28, 1994
MOMBOURQUETTE, Ada - 100, Rockdale, Richmond County, died March 26, 1994, at home. Born in Rockdale, she was a daughter of the late David and Sabine (Lafford) Riley. She was a lifelong and much respected member of Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise as well as in the community, where she spent many of her younger years involved in volunteer work. She attended the Provincial Normal College in Truro, graduating in 1915 and taught school in Rockdale and French Cove. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by a daughter, Freda, Aurora, Ont.; three sons, Tommie and wife Yvonne, John Mark and wife Jean, both of Rockdale; Paul and wife Terry, Ottawa; daughters-inlaw, Marie, Chezzetcook; Annie Stevenson, Toronto; 24 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Wilfred; daughter, Theresa; two sons, Riley, Hilary. Visitation will be 12 noon-9 p.m. today, 12 noon-2:30 p.m. Tuesday in L'Ardoise Parish Funeral Parlour. Funeral will be 3 p.m. Tuesday in Holy Guardian Angel Church, Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in the family plot of Holy Guardian Angel Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Kingston Memorial Fund or the Strait Richmond Hospital. Arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

May 12, 1994
MARTELL, Mary Ada - L'Ardoise, Richmond County, died May 10, 1994, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Catherine (Briand) Mombourquette. She is survived by a son, Ralph, L'Ardoise; two daughters, Rita (Mrs. George Mombourquette), L'Ardoise; Muriel (Mrs. Matt Ferguson), Sydney; sister, Rita (Mrs. Wilfred Boulet), L'Ardoise; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild. She was predeceased by her first husband, Frank Barrett; second husband, Dominic Martell; six brothers, Joe, Walter, Charles, John, Clarence, Johnny; sister, Loretta. Visitation will be 2-9 p.m. today in Holy Guardian Angel Funeral Parlour. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Friday in Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. Erroll MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

June 2, 1994
MARTELL, Desire Charles - 90, 6045 Lady Hammond Rd., Halifax, died June 2, 1994, in Melville Lodge. Born in Rockdale, he was a son of the late Charles and Elizabeth (Boudreau) Martell. He was a fisherman, freight handler and a City of Halifax Parks and Grounds employee. He is survived by his wife, the former Margaret (Maggie) Marchand; two daughters, Betty Nicholson, Halifax; Viola (Mrs. Terry Clark), Alberta; two sons, Edward, Bedford; Joseph, Summerside, P.E.I.; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by three brothers, Willie, Helaire, Albert; three sisters, Marion, Elize, Angeline. Funeral will be 12 noon today in St. Stephen's Roman Catholic Church, Halifax, Rev. Donald Boudreau officiating. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Atlantic Funeral Home, Halifax.

July 2, 1994
MARTELL, Josephine Mary - 56, Rockdale, Richmond County, died June 30, 1994, in St. Anne's Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat. Born in Rockdale, she was a daughter of Elizabeth (Bona) Martell, Rockdale and the late James Martell. She is survived by her daughter, Caroline Jane (Mrs. Vincent Burke), L'Ardoise; two sisters, Barbara (Mrs. Donald Logan), Mount Uniacke; Bernadette (Mrs. Alvin Peters), Rockdale; seven brothers, Cyril, Dennis, both of Windsor, Ont.; John, Montreal; George, Francis, Vernon, Alfred, all of Rockdale; a grandchild. She was predeceased by two brothers, James, Joseph. Visitation will be 11 a.m.-9 p.m. today in L'Ardoise Parish Funeral Parlour. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Sunday in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. Douglas MacKinnon officiating. Burial will follow in parish cemetery. Donations may be made to The Lung Association. Arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrison, St. Peter's.

Aug 1, 1994
MOMBOURQUETTE, Charles Walter - 66, River Bourgeois, died July 29, 1994, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in L'Ardoise, he was son of Mrs. Annie (Fraser) Mombourquette, St. Peter's and the late Walter Mombourquette. He was a retired office clerk and lived for 40 years in the Hamilton, Ont. area, returning to River Bourgeois in 1991. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois. He is survived by his wife, the former Germaine Digout; daughter, Leona (Mrs. Bernie Wintjes), Newmarket, Ont.; son, Mark, Mississauga, Ont.; brother, David, Brantford, Ont.; three grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, the former Cecilia Lorens; sister, Blanche Martell. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be 7 p.m. Tuesday in St. John the Baptist Church, River Bourgeois, Rev. Bernie MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in parish cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or Strait Richmond Hospital Outreach Program.

Aug 27, 1994
MOMBOURQUETTE, Cornelius Joseph - 86, Three Island Cove, Richmond County, died August 24, 1994, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Rockdale, he was a son of the late James and Victoria (Pottie) Mombourquette. He was a fisherman and member of Holy Guardian Angels Parish, L'Ardoise. He is survived by his wife, the former Blanche Sampson; nine sons, Joseph, Ralph, Quentin, Mark, Danny, all of Rockdale; Gerard, Halifax; Bruce, River Bourgeois; Tom, Dartmouth; Gerald, Truro; six daughters, Marie (Mrs. Andre Albert), Grace (Mrs. Peter Fader), both of Halifax; Valerie (Mrs. Cal Richard), Elaine (Mrs. George Whalen), both of Lower Sackville; Tena (Mrs. Adrian Touesnard), River Bourgeois; Jeannette (Mrs. John Jones), Surrey, B.C.; 25 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by two sons, Fulbert, Francis Anthony; daughter, Beverly Susan; two grandchildren; three brothers; three sisters. Visitation will be 11 a.m.-1 p.m. today in L'Ardoise Parish Funeral Home, Funeral will be 1 p.m. today in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. Douglas MacKinnon officiating. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery, L'Ardoise. Donations may be made to Dr. W.B. Kingston Memorial Clinic, L'Ardoise or Strait Richmond Hospital. Arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrison
Funeral Home, St. Peter's. 

Sept 20, 1994
MARTELL, Mary Madeline (Madge) - 86, formerly of Rockdale, Richmond County, died September 18, 1994, in Richmond Villa, St. Peter's. Born in Rockdale, she was a daughter of the late Simon and Mary (Martell) Landry. She is survived by five daughters, Bertha (Mrs. Ken Orchard), Halifax; Mrs. Eva Horton, Dartmouth; Beatrice Beaulieu, Rockdale; Anna (Mrs. Earnie Doupe), Surrey, B.C.; Bearnice, (Mrs. Weldon Leach), Windsor, Ont.; 22 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, George; daughter, Artimise; three brothers, Robbie, Jackie, John; six sisters, Mary, Annie, Pauline, Maggie, Artimise, Obeline. Visitation will be 2-4, 6-9 p.m. today in L'Ardoise Funeral Home. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Wednesday in Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Burial to follow in Mount Calvert Cemetery, L'Ardoise. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home Ltd., Arichat.

Jan.12,1995
MURPHY, George Joseph - 88, 16 Nolans Lane, Glace Bay, died January 11, 1995, in General Hospital South Street, Glace Bay. Born in Point Michaud, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late John and Anne (Sutherland) Murphy. He lived most of his life in Glace Bay and was a member of St. Anne's Church. As a younger man, he served with the RCMP in both Ontario and New Brunswick. He was employed as a security guard at the Sydney Steel Plant, retiring in 1963. He was also employed for a time with the Testing Unit at the Cape Breton Sports Centre. He was a member of the RCMP Veterans Association. Surviving are his wife, the former Kathleen Fitzpatrick; sons, John Joseph, Patrick Daniel, Reserve Mines; George Gregory, Sydney Mines; Michael Vincent, Sydney River; Kevin Peter, Glace Bay; William Bernard, Stoney Creek, Ont.; daughters, Mary Theresa (Mrs. George Banfield), Florida; Anne Maureen (Mrs. William MacIntosh), Glace Bay; 17 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Elizabeth Frances O'Keefe. There will be no visitation. Cremation will take place. A memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Anne's Church, Rev. Doug Murphy officiating. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society.

Apr 24, 1995
MORRISON, Christopher - 70, Lower L'Ardoise, died April 22, 1995, at home. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late John and Minnie (MacIsaac) Morrison. Surviving are his wife, the former Theresa Bonin; daughters, Sandra, Donna, Cheryl; son, Christopher; six grandchildren. He was predeceased by a sister, Florence MacLeod; brothers, Archie, Alfred. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 1 p.m. Wednesday in Holy Guardian Angel's Church, L'Ardoise. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery, L'Ardoise. Arrangements under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

May 2, 1995
MARTELL, Evangeline - 69, L'Ardoise, died May 1, 1995, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Lower L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late James R. and Mary Jane (Sampson) Mombourquette. Surviving are her husband, Stephen; daughters, Elsie (Mrs. Delbert Deveau), Mildred (Mrs. Danny Briand), Bernadette, Elizabeth (Mrs. Vernon Hudson), L'Ardoise; sons, Henry, East Bay; Alex, Grand Greve; Stephen, Percy, Joe, Howard, Victor, L'Ardoise; Gerard, Lewis Cove; 17 grandchildren; sisters, Matilda Clannon, Lower L'Ardoise; Mary Slate, Spryfield; brothers, Henry, Halifax; William, Francis, Lower L'Ardoise. She was predeceased by brothers, George, Isaac; sister, Victoria Mariner. Visitation in the family residence in L'Ardoise. Funeral 10:30 a.m. Thursday in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. Robert Donnelly officiating. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Donations to W.B. Kingston Memorial Clinic Arrangements under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Aug 7, 1995
MOMBOURQUETTE, Eliza Elizabeth - 92, West L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., died August 5, 1995, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in West L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late Alex and Catherine (Ranson) Evong. She had been a resident of Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, for the past six years. Surviving are an adopted son, William Thompson, Montreal; sister, Mrs. Catherine Pottie, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph P.; brothers, Alex, Willie, Freddie, Albert, Lauchie in infancy; sisters, Sophie, Cecilia, Mae, Catherine in infancy. Visitation 2-10 p.m. today in L'Ardoise Parish Funeral Parlour. Funeral 10 a.m. Tuesday in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. Francis Cameron officiating. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery, L'Ardoise. Arrangements under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Aug 19, 1995
MacISAAC, Wilfred - 71, veteran's wing of Harbourview Hospital, Sydney Mines, died August 18, 1995, in Northside General Hospital, North Sydney. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late Michael and Elizabeth (Bona) Maclsaac. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. He was a firefighter with the Department of National Defence and later with the Department of Transport at Point Edward. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving in Europe and North Africa. Surviving are sons, Keith, Sydney Mines; Michael, Bras d'Or; daughter, Theresa Sydney; sisters, Agnes MacIntyre, South Side Boularderie; Margaret MacNeil, Florence; Maisie (Mrs. Ray O'Connor), Toronto; nine grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary MacNeil; sister, Theresa. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in G.R. Francis and Son Funeral Home. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday in  Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines. Cremation to follow. 

Aug 25, 1995
MOMBOURQUETTE, Marie Blanche - 81, Three Island Cove, Richmond Co., died August 24, 1995, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Petit de Grat, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late Frederick and Anniel (Marchand) Sampson. She was a member of Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise. Surviving are sons, Joseph, Ralph, Quinton, Danny, Three Island Cove; Mark, Rockdale; Bruce, River Bourgeois; Gerard, Halifax; Tom, Dartmouth; Gerald, Truro; daughters, Marie (Mrs. Andre Albert), Grace (Mrs. Peter Fader), Halifax; Valerie (Mrs. Cal Bechard), Elaine (Mrs. George Whalen), Lower Sackville; Jeannette (Mrs. John Jones), Vancouver, B.C.; Tena (Mrs. Adrian Touesnard), River Bourgeois; 24 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Cornelius; stepfather, Joseph Boudreau; sons, Fulbert, Francis; daughter, Beverly; granddaughter, Tara Lynne; grandson, Steven Mombourquette. Visitation 1-9 p.m. today, 10 a.m -1 p.m. Saturday in L'Ardoise Funeral Home. Funeral 2 p.m. Saturday in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. Robert Donnelly officiating. Burial in parish cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations to Dr. William Kingston Memorial Medical Clinic, L'Ardoise, Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston or any charity. Arrangements under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's. 

Sept 19, 1995
MacLEAN, Rev. John Lauchlin (Langley) - 62, Cabot Towers, Sydney, died September 18, 1995, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born February 13, 1933 in Eden, Inverness Co., he was a son of the late James and Charlotte (MacLean) MacLean. He received his early education at Sydney Academy and spent a year at Xavier Junior College, Sydney. He graduated from Acadia University with a bachelor of arts degree and a bachelor of divinity degree from McGill. He held a testamur in theology from Presbyterian College, McGill University. After studies at the University of Glasgow and Ottawa Teachers College, he took his theological education at University of Trinity College and St. Augustine's Seminary, Toronto. He was ordained to the priesthood on November 30, 1992, in St. Anthony Daniel Church, Sydney. Prior to this, he served the Anglican Diocese of Nova Scotia. In 1992, he was appointed assistant at St. Anthony Daniel Parish, Sydney; in 1993, he became the parish priest of St. Joseph's, South West Margaree and St. Patrick's, North East Margaree; in 1995, he served in Holy Guardian Angels Parish, L'Ardoise. Due to health reasons, he retired from active ministry earlier this year. Surviving are sisters, Isabelle Cooper, Sydney; Naomi Walker, Dartmouth; brothers, Charles, Toronto; Angus, Sydney. Visitation after 2 p.m. today in T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, George Street, Sydney. Vigil service 8 p.m. Wednesday, funeral 11 a.m. Thursday, both in St. Joseph's Church, Sydney, Bishop Colin Campbell officiating. Donations to Children's Wish Foundation of Canada.

Nov 17, 1995
MARTELL, Angus P. - 95, Dartmouth, died November 15, 1995, in Northwood Centre, Halifax. Born in L'Ardoise, he was a son of the late Paciente and Rose (Samson) Martell. A barber in Dartmouth for over 50 years, he was a founding member of the Austenville Owls Club and a member of Knights of Columbus, Dartmouth. Surviving are his daughter, Lynne-Marie (Mrs. John Brady), Dartmouth; sister, Sister Mary Cephys, Saint Vincent Motherhouse, Halifax; brother, Alphonse, L'Ardoise; three grandchildren; a great-grandchild. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Ethel MacDonald; sister, Malvena Mary; brothers, Amable Joseph, Ephriam, Edmond Clarence, Berthrum Robert, Richard E. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in A.L Mattatall Funeral Home, Portland Street, Dartmouth. Funeral 12 noon Saturday in St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Dartmouth, followed by reception in Austenville Owls Club. Burial at a later date in Mount Hermon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Children's Wish Foundation, Halifax.

Dec 20, 1995
MOMBOURQUETTE, Anna Henrietta - 78, formerly of L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., died December 19, 1995, in Richmond Villa, St. Peter's. Born in L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late Alex H. and Minnie (Corvett) Mombourquette. Surviving are a brother, Francis A., Dartmouth; two nieces; a nephew. Visitation 2-8 p.m. today, funeral 10:30 a.m. Thursday, both in Richmond Villa, St. Peters's, Rev. MacIntyre officiating. Burial in L' Ardoise Parish cemetery. Donations to Richmond Villa or Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements under the direction of Morrison Funeral Services, St. Peter's.

Dec 21, 1995
MARTELL, Kelsie Jean Marie - infant daughter of Thomas Martell and Judith Nickerson, St. Peter's, died December 18, 1995, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. She was born in Antigonish. Surviving are maternal grandmother, Greta Gray, Dartmouth; maternal grandfather, Eugene Nickerson and wife Rose, L'Ardoise; paternal grandfather, Joe Martell, L'Ardoise; maternal great-grandmother, Margarite Albert Smith, Shelburne; paternal great-grandmother, Annie Mombourquette, St. Peter's; many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was predeceased by paternal grandmother, Blanche Martell. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations to IWK-Grace Health Centre. Arrangements under the direction of C.J. Mancini Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Dec 28, 1995
McINNIS, Mary Teresia - 56, Lower L`Ardoise, Richmond Co., died December 26, 1995, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of Margaret Pottie and the late Ed Pottie. Surviving are her husband, George; sons, Paul, Louisdale; Mike, Sydney; Ritchie, Trevor, L'Ardoise; daughter, Annette, Halifax; seven grandchildren; sisters, Phyllis Leon, Helen Courchene, Catherine Dollimount, Sandra Dollimount; brothers, John David, Donald, Nicholas. Visitation 1-4, 7-9 p.m. today in L'Ardoise Funeral Parlour. Funeral 10:30 a.m. Friday in Holy Guardian Angels Church, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Dec 29, 1995
MERLIN, Mary Gladys - 80, Northwood Centre, Halifax, died December 28, 1995, in the centre. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late Fred and Florie Sampson. Surviving are son, Edward; daughters, Patricia (Mrs. Carl Kelly), Eileen (Mrs. Ron Comeau); three grandchildren; a great-grandson, all of Halifax; brothers, Bert, Montreal; Francis, Halifax; sister, Mary (Mrs. Charles O'Brien), L'Ardoise; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Gordon Anthony; sisters, Laura, Theresa, Julia. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Snow's Funeral Home, Windsor Street, Halifax. Funeral 11 a.m. Saturday in St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Halifax. Burial in Mount Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

Jan 19, 1996
McCRATE, Elizabeth (Bessie) - 82, Gordon B. Isnor Manor, Halifax, died January 18, 1996, in the Halifax Infirmary. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late Walter and Elizabeth (Pottie) Penny. Surviving are sister, Loretta, Sydney; sons, John (Tommy), Halifax; Michael (Bud), Lower Sackville; Walter, Toronto; daughter, Elizabeth (Mrs. Philip Herritt Jr.), Cole Harbour; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, James William (Bill); brothers, Walter, Bernard, Edmund; sisters, Mary (May), Catherine; grandson, Billy. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Snow's Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax. Funeral 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Patrick's Church, Halifax. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville.

Feb 14, 1996
MARTELL, Elizabeth Agnes - 90, Rockdale, Richmond Co., died February 12, 1996, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. She was born in Rockdale. Surviving are daughters, Barbara (Mrs. Donald Logan), Mount Uniacke; Bernadette (Mrs. Alvin Peters), Rockdale; sons, Cyril, Dennis, Windsor, Ont.; Jack, Montreal; George, Francis, Vernon, Alfred, Rockdale; 21 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Cecelia, Beatrice, Anita, Catherine; brothers, Lawrence, Danny, Charlie, Freddy, Walter. She was predeceased by her husband, James M.; sons, James, Joseph; daughter, Josephine; brother, George. Visitation 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 7-9 p.m. today, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday in L'Ardoise Parish Funeral Parlour. Funeral 2:30 p.m. Thursday in Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial to follow in parish cemetery. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Arrangements under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Feb 27, 1996
MOMBOURQUETTE, Annie Ada - 93, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, formerly of L'Ardoise, died February 25, 1996, in the villa. Born in L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late William and Marie (Briand) Fraser. She was a member of Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise. Surviving are son, David C., Brantford, Ont.; 15 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Walter; daughter, Blanche Martell; son, Charles; a great-granddaughter, Kelsie Martell; brothers, Clem, Dave. Cremation has taken place. Funeral 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Donations to Richmond Villa, St. Peter's. Arrangements under the direction of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury.

Apr 29, 1996
MOMBOURQUETTE, Francis Alex - 81, Dartmouth, died April 26, 1996, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in L'Ardoise, he was a son of the late Alex and Minnie (Corbett) Mombourquette. He was a member of the RCAF Association and served with the RAF and the RCAF during the Second World War. He was awarded the Burma Star for his time in India and Ceylon. He was also a member of the Nova Scotia Retired Teachers Association. Prior to his retirement, he was principal of South Woodside School. Surviving are daughters, Dympna (Mrs. Daniel Martin), Deirdre, Dartmouth; son, Michael, Ireland; grandchildren, Sean, Siobhan, Declan, Kathleen. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in A.L. Mattatall Funeral Home, Portland Street, Dartmouth. Funeral 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Clement's Church, Dartmouth, Rev. Edward Grant officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Donations to St. Clement's Church.

May 27, 1996
MOMBOURQUETTE, Francis X. - 75, Lower L'Ardoise, Richmond Co.; died May 24, 1996, at home. Born in Lower L'Ardoise, he was a son of the late James R. and Mary Jane (Sampson) Mombourquette. He was a retired I.B.E.W. electrician and was a veteran of the Second World War. Surviving are his wife, the former Catherine Mombourquette; daughters, Diane (Mrs. Barry McNeil), Truro; Monica (Mrs. Brian Mombourquette), Michelle (Mrs. Claude Cotie), L'Ardoise; sons, Frances, Masstown; Kevin, Blair, Earl, Floid, L'Ardoise; sisters, Matilda Clannon, L'Ardoise; Mary Slate, Spryfield; brothers, William, L'Ardoise; Henry, Halifax; 13 grandchildren. He was predeceased by daughter, Anne Marie; brothers, George, Isaac; sisters, Evangeline, Victoria. Visitation 10 a.m.  -9 p.m. today in L'Ardoise Funeral Parlor. Funeral, 10 a.m. Tuesday in Holy Guardian Angel's Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Donations to W.B. Kingston Memorial Clinic. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

July 13, 1996
MORRISON, Theresa Mary - 68, Lower L'Ardoise, died July 12, 1996, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Lower L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late James Patrick and Mary (Peters) Bonin. Surviving are son, Christopher, at home; daughters, Sandra (Mrs. James Harrison), Porters Lake; Donna (Mrs. Andre Lemoine), Eastern Passage; Cheryl (Mrs. Renald Blanchette), St. Calixte, Que.; sisters, Kathleen, Christina, Serena; five grandsons; a granddaughter. She was predeceased by her husband, Christopher Morrison; brother, James Edward. Cremation has taken place. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday in Holy Guardian Angels Church, Rev. J. MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Oct 28, 1996
MARTELL, Richard Henry - 65, Rockdale, Richmond Co., died October 28, 1996, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Rockdale, he was a son of the late Henry and Alice Mae (Berthier) Martell. Surviving are his wife, the former Shirley Marie Stoddart; sisters, Mary (Mrs. Wayne Harnish), Sheet Harbour; Margaret Sampson, L'Ardoise; Bernice (Mrs. Robert Micheau), Montreal; brothers, Harbie, Walter, Victor, Charles, Rockdale; Elphie, Jerry, L'Ardoise; Wilfred, Dartmouth. He was predeceased by sisters, Annie, Martha, Blanche. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service to be held at a later date. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or any charity. Arrangements entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home Ltd., Arichat.

Nov 11, 1996
MIDDLETON, Beulah Marie (Bea) - L'Ardoise, died November 8, 1996, at home. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late William and Julia (Sampson) Cahill. She was a member of Holy Guardian Angels Parish, L'Ardoise. Surviving are her husband of 48 years, Roy; daughters, Wendy Archibald; Porters Lake; Brenda Beaton, Charlottetown, P.E.I.; Colleen Hughes, Lower Sackville; Shaunna Newell, Halifax; son, Cahill, Dartmouth; 12 grandchildren; sisters, Margaret Petrie, Alice Measor, British Columbia; Mary Beames, Ottawa; brother, William, British Columbia. She was predeceased by sisters, Anne McEachern, Catherine Hill; brothers, James, Ambrose, Pat, Henry. Funeral 2 p.m. today in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Cremation to follow. Burial at a later date in Mount Calvary Cemetery, L'Ardoise. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Nov 18, 1996
MARTELL, Stephen (Ken) - 74, L'Ardoise, died November 16, 1996, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in L'Ardoise, he was a son of the late Henry J. and Elise (LaBille) Martell. He was a veteran of the Second World War and was a retired employee of Harris and Harris (construction), Sydney, where he worked for 45 years. Surviving are daughters, Elsie (Mrs. Delbert Deveau), Mildred (Mrs. Danny Briand), Bernadette, Elizabeth (Mrs. Vernon Hudson), L'Ardoise; sons, Henry, East Bay; Alex, Grande Greve; Stephen, Purcy, Joe, Howard, Victor, L'Ardoise; Gerard, Lewis Cove; 17 grandchildren; a great-grandson; brothers, Joseph J., L'Ardoise; Louis, Laval, Que. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Evangeline Mombourquette. Visitation after 3 p.m. today at the family resident in L'Ardoise. Funeral 2 p.m. Wednesday in Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Donations to L'Ardoise Fire Department. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Nov 26, 1996
MARTELL, Elias William - 81, Rockdale, Richmond Co., died November 24, 1996, at home. Born in Rockdale, he was a son of the late Alex and Julia (Briand) Martell. Surviving are brother, James J., Rockdale; three nephews and a niece. He was predeceased by sister, Hattie LeBlanc. Visitation 2-9 p.m. today in Holy Guardian Angel Funeral Parlour, L'Ardoise. Funeral 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Jan 10, 1997
MOMBOURQUETTE, Henry J. -75, passed away January 10, 1997 at home in Halifax. Born in Lower L'Ardoise, he was the son of the late James R. and Mary Jane (Sampson) Mombourquette. He was retired from HMC Dockyards and was a veteran if the Second World War, seaving overseas with the Cape Breton Highlanders. Surviving are his sons, Barry and wife Heather; Hilary and wife Patricia; grandchildren, Jimmy, Steven; sister, Mrs. Matinda Clannon, L'Ardoise, Mary (Mrs.Emery Slate), Halifax; brother, William, L'Ardoise. He was predeceased by sisters, Victoria Mariner, Evangeline Martell; brothers, George, Issac, Francis. Visitation will be 7-9pm Sunday, 2-4pm, 7-9pm Monday in Snow's Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St.Halifax. Funeral 10am Tuesday in St. Patrick's Church, Brunswick St. Halifax. Interment in gatr of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of N.S.

Jan 13, 1997
MORVAN, Mary Elizabeth (Minnie) - 89, died Saturday, January 11, 1997, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, VG Site, peacefully, surrounded by her family. Born in Rockdale, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late William and Sabine (Landry) Martell. She was the last surviving member of her immediate  family. She was a member for over 30 years of the ladies auxiliary, Royal Canadian Legion, Scotia Branch. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, William (Willie); sons, William (Bill) (Anne), Lower Sackville; Roy, Kansas City; daughters, Theresa (Charles) DeForest, Lower Sackville; Barbara Weaver, Purcells Cove; Beverly Ann Morvan, Lower Sackville; Sandra (Gary) Lavers, Dartmouth; Judy (Oscar) West, Grand Bank, Nfld.; 19 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren, and a great-great-grandchild. She was predeceased by her first husband, Murdock J. Momberquette; son, Cletus Momberquette; daughter, Mabel Momberquette; two children in infancy; grandsons, Robbie West and Joey LePage. The remains are resting at Snow's Funeral Home, Windsor Street, Halifax, where visitation will be held 7-9 p.m. tonight and 24, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral mass will be held 9 a.m. Wednesday, January 15, 1997, in St. Theresa's Roman Catholic Church, North Street, Halifax, Rev. Lloyd O'Neill officiating. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or The Lung Association.

Feb 18, 1997
MIDDLETON, Annie Evangeline - 81, L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., died February 16, 1997, in Halifax. Born in Rockdale, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late Alex and Margaret Anne (Boudreau) Martell. Surviving are daughters, Cecile (Mrs. Clarence Sampson), Halifax; Mrs. Blanche David, Arichat; sons, George, Nicholas, Connie, L'Ardoise; 10 grandchildren; nine greatgrandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Vincent; daughter, Elizabeth MacDonald; brothers, Albert, Cornelius; sister, Paulina Lutz. Visitation 2-9 p.m. today in Holy Guardian Angel Parish Funeral Home, L'Ardoise. Funeral 11 a.m. Wednesday in Holy Guardian Angel Parish, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mount Carmel Cemetery, L'Ardoise. Donations to Holy Guardian Angel Parish cemetery fund.

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MARTELL, Mary M. (Hilda) - 96, L'Ardoise died March 24, 1997 in Richmond Villa at St. Peter's. Born in L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Sampson) Martell. Surviving is her husband Alphonse (Peon). She was predeceased by brother, Simon; sisters, Sophie Martell, Elizabeth McMahon, Anne Martell. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m today in L'Ardoise Parish Funeral Parlour. Funeral 11 a.m: Thursday in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev John MacIntyre offciating. Burial in Mount Calvary  Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations to Dr. William B. Kingston Memorial. Etc.

May 22, 1997; page C11
MARTELL, Leonard Urban - 65, L'Ardoise, died May 20,1997, at home. Born in L'Ardoise, he was a son of Emma (Sampson) Martell, L'Ardoise, and the late Urban Martell. He was the owner of Leonard Martell Enterprises Ltd. for 40 years and employed many local people. He was a municipal councillor for his district for nine years and was active in the Liberal Association, serving in many offices. He was also involved in many community activities. Surviving are his wife, the former Delina Sampson; son, John. L'Ardoise;  daughters,  Debbie  (Mrs.  Leslie McEachern),  Boutiliers  Point;  Darlene  (Mrs. Stephen Picco), Toronto, Ont.; Joyce (Mrs. Brian Carterj, Fall River; five grandchildren; brothers, Pascal, Alberta; Flavian, Ontario; Harold, L'Ardoise;  sisters,  Gladys  (Mrs.  John  Martell), Emeline (Mrs. Percy MacDonald), Sophie (Mrs. Dan Mombourquette). L'Ardoise; Delia Martell, Edna (Mrs. Walter Martell), Halifax; Evangeline (Mrs. Jim Gettys), San Diego, Calif. He was  predeceased by brother, Oswald; sister, Mary Hazel Martell. No visitation. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 2 p.m. Friday in Holy Guardian Angel's Church, L'Ardoise, Re John MacIntyre officiatin . Burial at a later date. Donations  to  Dr. Kingston Memorial  Clinic, L'Ardoise, BOE 1S0. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

July 11,1997
MARTELL, Angeline Elizabeth - 93, Halifax, died peacefully July 11, 1997, in Armview Estates. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Patrick and Jane Briand. She lived in Halifax all her life and was a survivor of The Halifax Explosion. She was devoted to her family and was a member of St. Mary's Parish, Halifax. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Surviving are daughter, Dorothy Briand; son, Joseph Martell; grandchildren, Nancy and Cathy; two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Henry A. Martell. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Snow's Funeral Home, Halifax. Private family burial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer Research.

Dec 29, 1997; page C09
MOMBOURQUETTE, Marie Elizabeth - 92, L'Ardoise, died December 27, 1997, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Sampson) Mombourquette. Surviving are sons, Charlie Campbell, L'Ardoise; Harry Campbell, Dartmouth; daughters, Dorothy Daniels, Toronto; Madlyn Skerry, Manitoba; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Francis W. Funeral 2:30 p.m. today in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

January 06, 1997; page C07
MARTELL, Ernest A. (Ernie) - 58, Lower Sackville, died January 4, 1998, as the result of a car-pedestrian accident. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late Ernest and Marguerite (O'Toole) Martell. He was a member of Knights of Columbus, Council 7077, and St John Vianney Roman Catholic Church. He was retired from Petro Canada. Surviving are his wife, the former Ada MacInnes; daughter,  Nicole (Mrs. Bruce Nicol), Ohio; son, Trevor, at home; sister, Joan (Mrs. Jim MacDonald), Calgary; Jean Murdock, Halifax; Carolyn (Mrs. Lester  Martell), L'Ardoise; brothers, Jerome, L'Ardoise; Rev. Michael, OSA, Ladner, B.C.; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brother, Cyril. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Atlantic Funeral  Home, Lower Sackville. Memorial service 10 a.m. Thursday in St. John Vianney Roman Catholic Church. Donations to Canadian Diabetes Association or any charity.

Jan 11, 1997
MOMBOURQUETTE, Henry J. - 75, passed away January 10, 1997, at home in Halifax. Born in Lower L'Ardoise, he was a son of the late James R. and Mary Jane (Sampson) Mombourquette. He was retired from HMC Dockyards and was a veteran of the Second World War, serving overseas with the Cape Breton Highlanders. Surviving are his sons, Barry and wife Heather; Hilary and wife Patricia; grandchildren, Jimmy, Steven; sister, Mrs. Matilda Clannon, L'Ardoise; Mary (Mrs. Emery Slate), Halifax; brother, William, L'Ardoise. He was predeceased by sisters, Victoria Mariner, Evangeline Martell; brothers, George, Isaac, Francis. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Sunday, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Monday in Snow's Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax. Funeral 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Patrick's Church, Brunswick Street, Halifax. Interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

Feb 18, 1997
MIDDLETON, Annie Evangeline - 81, L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., died February 16, 1997, in Halifax. Born in Rockdale, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late Alex and Margaret Anne (Boudreau) Martell. Surviving are daughters, Cecile (Mrs. Clarence Sampson), Halifax; Mrs. Blanche David, Arichat; sons, George, Nicholas, Connie, L'Ardoise; 10 grandchildren; nine greatgrandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Vincent; daughter, Elizabeth MacDonald; brothers, Albert, Cornelius; sister, Paulina Lutz. Visitation 2-9 p.m. today in Holy Guardian Angel Parish Funeral Home, L'Ardoise. Funeral 11 a.m. Wednesday in Holy Guardian Angel Parish, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mount Carmel Cemetery, L'Ardoise. Donations to Holy Guardian Angel Parish cemetery fund.

Mar 26, 1997
MARTELL, Mary M. (Hilda) - 96, L'Ardoise, died March 24, 1997, in Richmond Villa, St. Peter's. Born in L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Sampson) Martell. Surviving is her husband, Alphonse (Phon). She was predeceased by brother, Simon; sisters, Sophie Martell, Elizabeth McMahon, Annie Martell. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in L'Ardoise Parish Funeral Parlour. Funeral 11 a.m. Thursday in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dr. William B. Kingston Memorial Clinic or Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

May 22, 1997
MARTELL, Leonard Urban - 65, L'Ardoise, died May 20, 1997, at home. Born in L'Ardoise, he was a son of Emma (Sampson) Martell, L'Ardoise, and the late Urban Martell. He was the owner of Leonard Martell Enterprises Ltd. for 40 years and employed many local people. He was a municipal councillor for his district for nine years and was active in the Liberal Association, serving in many offices. He was also involved in many community activities. Surviving are his wife, the former Delina Sampson; son, John, L'Ardoise; daughters, Debbie (Mrs. Leslie McEachern), Boutiliers Point; Darlene (Mrs. Stephen Picco), Toronto, Ont.; Joyce (Mrs. Brian Carter), Fall River; five grandchildren; brothers, Pascal, Alberta; Flavian, Ontario; Harold, L'Ardoise; sisters, Gladys (Mrs. John Martell), Emeline (Mrs. Percy MacDonald), Sophie (Mrs. Dan Mombourquette), L'Ardoise; Delia Martell, Edna (Mrs. Walter Martell), Halifax; Evangeline (Mrs. Jim Gettys), San Diego, Calif. He was predeceased by brother, Oswald; sister, Mary Hazel Martell. No visitation. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 2 p.m. Friday in Holy Guardian Angel's Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial at a later date. Donations to Dr. Kingston Memorial Clinic, L'Ardoise, B0E 1S0. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

July 14, 1997
MARTELL, Sister Mary Cephas (Mary Felicite) - 94, Mount St. Vincent Motherhouse, Halifax, died July 12, 1997, in Mount St. Vincent Motherhouse. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late Pacien and Rose (Samson) Martell. She entered the Sisters of Charity, Halifax, in 1931, and made her religious profession in 1934. For over 40 years, she served the communities of Renton, Washington, British Columbia and Nova Scotia. She retired to Mount St. Vincent Motherhouse in 1975. Surviving are brother, Alphonse; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by sister, Lena; brothers, Amable, Ephraim, Edmund, Bertrum, Richard, Angus. Visitation 3-8 p.m. today, Mass of Christian burial 10 a.m. Tuesday, both in Mount St. Vincent Motherhouse and chapel, Rev. Kenneth Keeler officiating. Burial to follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. In lieu of flowers, donations to Mother Berchmans Centre Ltd.

Dec 29, 1997
MOMBOURQUETTE, Marie Elizabeth - 92, L'Ardoise, died December 27, 1997, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Sampson) Mombourquette. Surviving are sons, Charlie Campbell, L'Ardoise; Harry Campbell, Dartmouth; daughters, Dorothy Daniels, Toronto; Madlyn Skerry, Manitoba; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Francis W. Funeral 2:30 p.m. today in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Jan 6, 1998
MARTELL, Ernest A. (Ernie) - 58, Lower Sackville, died January 4, 1998, as the result of a car-pedestrian accident. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late Ernest and Marguerite (O'Toole) Martell. He was a member of Knights of Columbus, Council 7077, and St. John Vianney Roman Catholic Church. He was retired from Petro Canada. Surviving are his wife, the former Ada MacInnes; daughter, Nicole (Mrs. Bruce Nicol), Ohio; son, Trevor, at home; sister, Joan (Mrs. Jim MacDonald), Calgary; Jean Murdock, Halifax; Carolyn (Mrs. Lester Martell), L'Ardoise; brothers, Jerome, L'Ardoise; Rev. Michael, OSA, Ladner, B.C.; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brother, Cyril. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Atlantic Funeral Home, Lower Sackville. Memorial service 10 a.m. Thursday in St. John Vianney Roman Catholic Church. Donations to Canadian Diabetes Association or any charity.

Feb 14, 1998
MCNEIL, Bernard Malcolm, P.Eng. - 76, Montreal, Que., died February 7, 1998. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., he was the son of the late Malcolm J. and Laura (Boyd) MacNeil. He served in the Navy during the Second World War. Upon his discharge, he attended St. Francis Xavier University and later graduated in mechanical engineering from TUNS. He worked with Halifax Heating and with IMP in LaTuque, Que., and Montreal. He joined the engineering department of Canadian Pacific Railway in Montreal and retired in 1986. Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth; daughter, Gisele; sons, Paul, Jean; several grandchildren; sister, Trudy Pertus, Halifax; twin sister, Louise McGean, St. Peter's. He was predeceased by sisters, Mary Fraser, Bernice Doucette. Memorial service at a later date. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Mar 11, 1998
MOMBOURQUETTE, David C. - 74, died March 2, 1998, in Brantford, Ont. He was born in L'Ardoise, he was a son of the late Walter and Annie Mombourquette. Surviving are his wife, Lillian; sons, Michael; daughters, Anne Guy, Cathy (Mrs. Michael Robbilard), Joan (Mrs. Doug Frost); 12 grandchildren; eight great-grand-children. He was predeceased by sister, Blanche; brother, Charlie. Memorial service was held in Brantford, Ont. Burial at a later date in Mount Calvary Cemetery, L'Ardoise.

March 12, 1998;   page C10
MOMBOURQUETTE, Mary Elizabeth (Mae) - Died March 11, 1998, in Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, where she resided for the past three years. Born March 14, 1903, in L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late Thomas P. and Mary (Martell) Mombourquette. She was employed in Halifax for many years and upon retirement she became a resident of Northwood Manor, Halifax. Surviving is her brother, Cornelius. Visitation 2-5 p.m. today in L'Ardoise Funeral Home. Funeral 10 a.m. Friday in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations to any charity. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

May 04, 1998;   page C08
MOMBOURQUETTE, Linda - 87, L'Ardoise, passed away May 1, 1998, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Selina (Sampson) Martell. Surviving is her caring and devoted friend, Bernadette Martell, L'Ardoise. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph; brothers, Clarence, Harvey; sisters, Clarissa, Annie Mae, Sadie, Emma, Florence. Visitation will be today 2-9 p.m. in Holy Guardian Angels Funeral Home. Funeral will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Donations to any charity. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's

May 25, 1998;   page C06
MARTELL, Henry Clyde - 80, passed away Saturday, May 23, 1998, in Camp Hill Veterans' Memorial Building, Halifax. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late Charles and Louise Martell. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Joyce (Collett); son, James Henry and wife Wanita, and granddaughters, Deanna and Heather, all of Dartmouth; brother, Felie, L'Ardoise. He was predeceased by sisters, Mary, Nancy and Annie; brother, Charles; daughter, Donna Maria. The body has been donated to science. Funeral arrangements to be completed at a later date. Donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.

June 10, 1998
MOMBOURQUETTE, Dennis - 98, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's, formerly of Lower L'Ardoise, died June 9, 1998, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Lower L'Ardoise, he was a son of the late Simon and Adele (Martell) Mombourquette. He was a retired fisherman. Surviving are sister, Esther Mombourquette, Halifax; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Maurice, Sylvain, Joseph, Patrick, Simon; sisters, Minnie, Elexina, Mae, Maria, Rose. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Thursday in Holy Guardian Angels Funeral Parlor. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday in Holy Guardian Angels Church, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

June 27,1998
MacPHERSON, M. Margaret - 84, Lower South River, formerly of West Street, Antigonish, died June 26, 1998, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Rockdale, Richmond Co., she was a daughter of the late Harry C. and Mary Sabine (Biret) Landry. She was a member of St. Ninian's CWL, where she received a 50-year pin. Surviving are daughters, Christina Macdonald, Stoney Creek, Ont.; Isabel (Mrs. Donald Beazley), Halifax; Marie DuPont, Quebec City; Agnes (Mrs. Dan Scott), Hamilton; Margaret (Mrs. James Benoit), Lower South River; sons, Art, Carroll, Lower South River; Alfred, Port Hawkesbury; sister, Sadie (Mrs. Everett Wambolt), Halifax; 20 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Allan; daughter, Mary K.; sons, Harry, Allister; sisters, Agnes Hemphill, Christina Lavoie, Viola Cormier, Isabel Landry; brother, Arthur Landry. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday, in C.L. Curry Funeral Home, 135 College St., Antigonish. Funeral 2 p.m. Monday in St. Ninian's Cathedral, Rev. Vernon Boutilier and Rev. John Mills officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Canadian Liver Foundation.

Aug 6, 1998
McGRAIL (Petipas), Catherine - 70, died July 30, 1998, in Mississauga, Ont. Surviving are her husband, Kenneth; daughter, Catherine (Mrs. Kenneth Hunter); two grandchildren; sisters, Bernadette MacIsaac, Truro; Josephine Petipas, Montreal; Alice Mombourquette, L'Ardoise; Helen Cotie, Monastery; brothers, Joseph, East Tracadie; Arthur, Antigonish; Edward, Alaska; Anthony, East Tracadie; John, Langley, B.C.; Gerard, Marshy Hope. She was predeceased by sisters, Mary Fougere (Tracadie), Phyllis Beemin; brother, Eugene. Burial was held August 5 in St. Laurent, Que.

Oct 20, 1998
McNEIL, Agnes Mary (Aggie) - 91, 139 Herring Cove Rd., Spryfield, passed away peacefully on October 19, 1998, surrounded by her family at the home of her son in Truro. Born in Lower L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Maggie (Murphy) McGrath. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She spent all of her adult life in Spryfield. She was employed for many years at Kentucky Fried Chicken. She was an avid traveller; a member of the Golden Age Social Centre, Spryfield; a bowler with various leagues in Spryfield and Halifax, and an enthusiastic Toronto Blue Jays and Toronto Maple Leafs fan. She was most importantly a loving mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She is sadly missed by sons, Jerry (Emma), Spryfield; Barry (Diane), Truro; daughter-in-law, Rosie, Hubbards; grandchildren, Scott, Shawn (Holly), Pat (Heather), Traci (Gilles) and Tina (Wayne); great-grandchildren, Daniel, Kelsey and Keith; step-grandchildren, Robbie, Bruce and Susan (Michael); step-great-grandchildren, Michael and Caleb. She was predeceased by her husband, Ginger; son, Danny; brothers, Tommy, Billy and Robert; sisters, Sissy Mombourquette, Dolly Landry, Kate Sampson, Lizzie Sampson and Mary Agnes. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in J. Albert Walker Funeral Home, 149 Herring Cove Rd., Halifax, followed by visitation 2-9 p.m. Wednesday in L'Ardoise Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, October 22, in Holy Guardian Angel Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations to Scarboro Foreign Missions c/o Rev. Russell Sampson would be greatly appreciated. Rest in peace.

October 26, 1998
MARTELL, Lawrence Edward - 79, Elmwood Avenue, Dartmouth, died October 24, 1998, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in Dartmouth, he was a son of the late Thomas and Mary (Pottie) Martell. Prior to retirement, he was employed as a security officer with Nova Scotia Light and Power for a number of years.  He served in the Merchant Marines. Surviving are his wife, the former Helena Kerr; daughter, Carolyn, Dartmouth; sons, David, Dartmouth; Donnie, Harrietsfield; sisters, Marie, Florence, Halifax; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by twin brother, Clarence; brother, Charles; sisters, Rita, Mary, Vi. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 2 p.m. Wednesday in J. Albert Walker Funeral Home, Halifax, Rev. Ronald Clarke officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Donations to any charity.

October 27, 1998;   page B16
MARTELL, Emma Jane - 97, L'Ardoise, October 23, 1998, at home. Born in L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late Pascal and Gena (Martell) Sampson. Surviving are daughters, Evangeline, San Diego, Calif.; Delia, Edna, Halifax; Gladys, Sophie, Emmeline, L'Ardoise; sons, Flavian, Ontario; Pascal, Alberta; Harold, L'Ardoise; sisters, Mary Doe, Toronto; Mae Kawuza, St. Peter's; Rose Sampson, L'Ardoise; Emmeline Peters, L'Ardoise; brothers, Leo, L'Ardoise; Gordon, St. Peter's. She was predeceased by her husband, Urban; sons, Oswald, Leonard; daughter, Mary Hazel; brothers, Clarence, Gerald, Wallace; sisters, Mrs. Irene Gaudet, Mrs. Delia Rogers, one in infancy. Cremation has taken place. Funeral 2 p.m. Friday, in Holy Guarding Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, L'Ardoise. Arrangements under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Dec. 26, 1998; page D14
MARTELL, John (Don) - 73, Rockdale, Richmond Co., died in Strait Richmond Hospital on Friday, December 25, 1998. Born in Rockdale, he was a son of the late Wilfred P. and Nona Langille Martell. He retired after 25 years service as a barber with the Department of National Defense, Halifax. He was a Scottish fiddler and competed in the Maritime Fiddling Championships. He was a member of the Cape Breton Club Halifax, and also a member of the Richmond Fiddlers, St. Peter's. He was a member of St. John Ambulance Brigade, Dartmouth Division. He was a hunter and guide for many years. He was also a member of the Halifax West Fish and Game Association. He is survived by daughter, Nancy (Mrs. Scott Hillier), Vancouver; son, Sheldon, Port Hardy, B.C.; and his dear companion Kay Cameron, Grand River; brothers, Lawrance, Jimmie, Lester, all of Rockdale; Charlie, Halifax; sisters, Bessie, (Mrs. Alex Boulet), Leona (Mrs. Alfred Landry), all of Rockdale. Predeceased by sister, Cora (Mrs. Joseph MacDonald). Visitation will be in the L'Ardoise Funeral Parlor today 7-9 p.m., Sunday 2-9 p.m. Funeral will be held Monday 10 a.m. in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, L'Ardoise. Arrangements under the direction of the Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's.

Feb 11, 1999
Marie Elizabeth Martell, 74, of Richmond Villa, St. Peter’s, died at the villa Tuesday, Feb. 9, 1999. Born at Carter’s Cove, Richmond County, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary E. (MacNeil) Martell. She is survived by sisters, Abbie Archibald, St. Peter’s, Margaret Farrell, Sydney, Bernice Croucher, Halifax, Norma Martell, Delores Hennigar, both of Truro; a brother, Earl, Sampsonville. She was predeceased by a sister, Evelyn, three brothers, Albert, Hugh, Joseph. Visitation will be today from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter’s. Funeral service Friday at 11 a.m. in St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, with Rev. Francis Cameron officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements under the direction of the Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home.

April 18, 1999; page D20
MARTELL, James H. "Jimmie" - L'Ardoise, passed away Friday, April 16, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Rockdale, he was a son of the late Wilfred and Nona (Langille) Martell. He was a member of Holy Guardian Angels Parish L'Ardoise. He served overseas with the Canadian Armed Forces during the Second World War and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 47, St. Peters. He is survived by his wife the former Theresa Martell; brothers, Lawrence Rockdale, Charles, Halifax; Lester, L'Ardoise; sisters, Elizabeth Boulet, West L'Ardoise; and Leona Landry Rockdale; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother John and sisters Cora MacDonald and Kathleen in infancy. Visitation will be 11 a.m. until 9 p.m today at the L'Ardoise Parish Funeral Home. Funeral mass will be held on Monday at 3 p.m. from Holy Guardian Angels Funeral Home, L'Ardoise, Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Interment will take place in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the any charity. Funeral under the direction of W.J. Whitty Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury.

June 21, 1999
MARTELL, Edward Eugene - 61, of L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., died Saturday, June 19, in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Halifax he was the adopted son of Felix and Mary (Rose) Pottie. He was a retired fisherman and welder. He was a member of the Holy Guardian Angles Parish, L'Ardoise. Surviving are wife, the former Mary Anne Sampson; daughters, Charlene, Halifax; Sandra (Darrel) Stang, Whitecourt, Alta.; sons, Eugene, Whitecourt, Alta.; Edwin (Josee), Ottawa; Edmond (Shelley), Louisiana; sisters, Louise (Allister) Pottie, Bernice (Allan) Drake, both of L'Ardoise; Theresa (Nelson), Ottawa; brothers, Edmond (Brenda), Nelson (Denise), Leo (Beth), Carl, all of L'Ardoise; grandchildren, Brandon, Brennan, Bailey, Mason. He was predeceased by brother, Leroy; sister, Rose. Visitation 4-9 p.m. today in the Holy Guardian Angles Parish Funeral Home. Funeral Service 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Holy Guardian Angles Church with Rev. John Macintyre officiating. Interment in Mount Calvary Cemetery Donations to W.B. Kingston Memorial clinic L'Ardoise or the Strait Richmond Palliative Care Society. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, St. Peters.

August 16, 1999
MOMBOURQUETTE, Mary Sabine - 94, L'Ardoise, Rich Co., died August 15, 1999, in Richmond Villa. Born in L'Ardoise, she was a daughter of the late Daniel and Sabine (Martell) Barron. In 1920 she was hired as a cook's helper at the Queen Hotel in Halifax and worked there until she married. In 1940 she was appointed as Postmistress of the West L'Ardoise Post Office, where she kept this post for 5 years. She taught french religion at Sunday school as well as at home to neighboring children. Her main hobby was sewing and cooking. She is survived by daughters, Isabelle (John), Bedford; Linda (Pat), L'Ardoise; sons, Clifford (May), Halifax; Stanley (Yvonne); Allen (MaryAnne); ten grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Murdock; a son in infancy; sisters, Nancy Briand; Virginia Webb; Elizabeth Cotie; brothers, James, Danny. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Visitation Tuesday 2-4, 7-9 p.m. in Snow's Funeral Home, Windsor St. Funeral 2 p.m. Wednesday in St. Stephen's Church, Rev. Donald Boudreau officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Donations to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.

August 21, 1999   
MARTELL, Alphonse C. "Phon" - 94, L'Ardoise, died Friday, August 20, 1999, in the QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Born in L'Ardoise, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late Passia and Rose (Sampson) Martell. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Hilda Martell; sisters, Lena Sampson, Sister Marion Cephas; brothers, Angus, Bertram, Amable, Ephraim, Richard, Edmond. Phon will be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. He will always be remembered as a quiet and peaceful man who gave much to his community. Phon designed the renovations at the Dr. W.B. Kingston Clinic, as well designing the L'Ardoise Community Centre, Holy Guardian Angels Church and Holy Guardian Angels Funeral Home. He also made the plot plan for the parish cemetery. Phon worked in the building trade industry as a supervisor and had a diploma in architectural design. His remains will be resting in Holy Guardian Angels Parish Funeral Home from 2-9 p.m. today and Sunday. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Monday in Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise, with Rev. John MacIntyre officiating. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Dr. W.B. Kingston Clinic, L'Ardoise. Arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home, St. Peter's