OBITUARIES

Betty passed away peacefully at Colville Manor, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Dundas on July 29, 1934, Betty was the daughter of the late Warren and Mabel (Robertson) Macdonald. She is lovingly remembered by her devoted children, Merrill, Wendy (Kent) Poole, and Wanda (Blair) MacInnis. Betty was an exceptionally proud Grammie to Krystina (Logan), Devon (Sheena), Ashley (Owen), Morgan, and Dylan. She also deeply cherished her beloved “bunnies,” her great-grandchildren: Kolten, Brooklyn, David, Brielle, Daxton, Gabby, Evelyn, Beau, and Iyla. Betty is also survived by her loving siblings, Ada Compton, Barb Shepherd, Sharon Breen (Harry), Gene Stone, and Dennis Stone; her brothers-in-law, Charlie MacLeod and Leroy (Joyce) MacLeod; as well as several cherished nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Wendall; her sister-in-law, Lexie Knosp; her brothers-in-law, Henry Compton, Bob Knosp, and Doug Shepherd; and her precious great-grandson, Bennett Owen Jackson. Over the years, Betty and Wendall welcomed countless family members, friends and strangers into their home. Known for her kindness, hospitality, and generosity, Betty had a gift for making everyone feel welcome. An excellent cook and baker, she ensured that no one ever left her house hungry. Betty dedicated 37 years of service to Statistics Canada. She often reflected on how fortunate she was to have met so many wonderful people through her work. A faithful member of Kings United Pastoral Charge, Betty was actively involved in the United Church Women (UCW) and the church choir. She also enjoyed spending time with friends, especially searching for treasures at yard sales. The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who showed kindness and support to Betty over the years through visits, and thoughtful gestures. Special thanks are extended to the amazing and caring staff of the Apple Blossom Household at Colville Manor for the compassion and dedication they showed Mom. You made her feel truly at home when she could no longer remain in her beloved home in Forest Hill. The family also wishes to thank Dr. Jeannette Verleum for her kindness, care, and compassion. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home where visiting hours will take place on Monday, June 15, 2026, from 4-7pm. A funeral service will be held at the Dundas United Church on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 3:00pm. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations, if so desired may be made to the Dundas United Church Basement Restoration Fund or the Eastern Kings Health Foundation (Home Care, Souris Hospital or Colville Manor). Mom’s life motto was “ Scatter Kindness”

Peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, on Thursday, June 11, 2026, Henry Daniel Phillip Steele passed away with family by his side. He is survived by his sisters Linda MacKinnon and Doreen Judson, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Peter Wilson and Beatrice (nee Gallant), and siblings Alice, Louis, John, Ernie, Margaret, Hazel, Edgar, George, James, and Pat. A graveside service will take place in the St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church Cemetery in Souris, on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 1:00pm. If so desired, donations in memory of Henry can be made to the PEI Humane Society.

It is with profound sadness, the family of C. Mike Maes (nee Rogers) announce her passing on June 9, 2026, in Nanaimo, B.C. at the age of 80. C. Mike is predeceased by her mother, Constance; father, Thornton; and stepfather, William. She is also predeceased by her brother, Thornton; sister, Rosemary; and son, Gilbert. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her siblings, Patri, JoeEd, and Charlotte; her children, Kim, Tracey, and Michael; and her beloved grandchildren, Christopher, Nicholas, Haley, and Zachary, who brought her great pride and joy. In her early years, Mike was a proud Girl Guide leader, helping to guide and mentor girls and young women from PEI and beyond. Her dedication, encouragement, and commitment to helping others left a lasting impact on the many lives she touched through her years of service. Mike was a friend of Bill W. for 50 years. Throughout those years, she gave generously of her time and experience, serving the community in leadership roles. Through her compassion, honesty, and unwavering support, she offered hope and guidance to countless individuals on their own journeys of recovery. Her commitment to service and helping others reflected the strength of her character and the depth of her compassion. Mike will be remembered for her resilience, kindness, and devotion to her family and community. Her legacy lives on in the memories shared by those who knew and loved her, in the lives she helped shape through Girl Guides and in the values of perseverance, service, and compassion that she embodied throughout her life. A visitation for family and community friends will take place at Dingwell Funeral Home, Souris, on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, from 4:00pm-7:00pm. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Souris, on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 2:00pm. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. If so desired, donations in memory of Mike can be made to the St. Mary’s Cemetery Fund or the Canadian Cancer Society. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all whose lives she enriched. "To the world she may have been one person, but to those who knew and loved her, she was the footprints in the sand."

Peacefully with family by his side at the Souris Hospital, on Saturday, June 6, 2026, the death occurred of Kenneth Francis MacDonald. Born on April 9, 1937, he was in his 90th year, of Chepstow, PE. He was a loving husband of 59 years to his dear wife Joan (nee Perry) and will be remembered as a caring and supportive father to David (Romy), Carl (Andrea) and Kent (Bert). Kenneth is missed by his grandchildren Kaitrin (Niels), Zachary, Jay, Grant (Brooklyn) and Dylan MacDonald. Survived by many nieces and nephews along with in laws. Predeceased by his parents Andrew and Mae MacDonald, and siblings Andrew, Alfred, James, Jean MacDonald, Rose MacInnis, Helen Dunbar-Weir, Isabelle Finnerty, Francis MacDonald, sister-in-law Eva MacDonald, and brothers-in-law Luke Finnerty, Joe MacInnis and Alex MacDonald. Kenny enjoyed many years fishing on his vessels all named after his wife, Joan Marie. He enjoyed golfing with friends, family and brothers-in-law. Kenny loved the outdoors, taking long walks with his dogs and would stop to chat with anyone. He was a kind, gentle soul who enjoyed life to the fullest with his beloved wife Joan. He enjoyed many days hunting and sharing stories with family and friends. Kenny had an immense love for his family and grandchildren, who always brought him great joy. You could always find him playing a game of pool with his grandkids and guiding them in little life lessons. He was a present husband, father and grandfather to us all. His world revolved around his family and his wife Joan. By personal request, there will be no visitation. A funeral mass for family and friends will take place in the St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Souris, on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 2:00pm. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. If so desired, donations in memory of Kenneth can be made to the Eastern Kings Health Foundation (Colville Manor or Souris Hospital).

Peacefully at the Souris Hospital, on Monday, June 1, 2026, Robert J. Jolin passed away with his loving wife by his side. Born on April 2, 1946, he was aged 80 years or Souris, PE, and formerly Quebec City, Chilliwack and Victoria, BC. He will be forever loved by his wife of 39 years, Betty (nee Burke), along with his daughter Deborah Koster, and stepsons Darren (Stacey), and Mark Moser (Samantha). Robert was a special grandfather to Megan and Joey Koster, Matthew Douglas, Aurora and Kenneth Moser, and great grandfather to Aliannah, Lian, and Samara. Predeceased by his parents Jean Paul and Mable Jolin and sister Lynn Jolin. Robert spent 25 years in the Canadian Forces Navy Branch between the east and west coast of Canada. His job as a radar tech included all aspects of Naval communications. Later in life, after retirement, he worked for Corrections Services Canada Institution as a senior electronics technician. By personal request, there will be no funeral services. A graveside service for family will take place at a later date in the St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church Cemetery, Souris. If so desired, donations in memory of Robert can be made to the PEI Humane Society, or the Eastern Kings Health Foundation (Souris Hospital).

Claire Marguerite (MacAulay) Morse – 60, of South Berwick, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Valley Hospice, Kentville, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Charlottetown, PEI, she was the daughter of Flora Elizabeth "Betty" (Lewis) MacAulay and the late Leo Eugene "Gene" MacAulay. Claire was raised in Souris, Prince Edward Island, a place that remained close to her heart throughout her life. Claire will be remembered for her deep kindness, gentle nature, and the way she welcomed everyone as though they were family. She was happiest outdoors, whether in the woods, the garden, or walking on the beach, and treasured time spent with family and friends. Her warmth, generosity, and quiet strength left a lasting impression on all who knew her. Claire attended Saint Francis Xavier University and began her career as a teacher in Bridgewater, Canning, and Horton before dedicating herself full-time to raising her family, who were always the center of her world. She loved a good conversation and had a natural way of making people feel welcome and at ease. Open-minded and always growing, Claire approached life with curiosity, compassion, and a willingness to embrace change. Whether over coffee, around a card table, or simply spending time with family and friends, she formed lasting connections through her kindness and genuine interest in others. In addition to her mother, Claire is survived by her husband, Eric Morse, and their children: Hannah (Peter), Kit (Aspen), Abbie (Liam), Will and Isaac; adored grandson, Benjamin; siblings: Mary (Stephen), Kenneth (Mary Beth), David (Chrissy), Mark (Liz), Robert (Stacey), Bethany (Parry), Juanita (Greg) and Laura (Randy); as well as a large extended family including many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place, and there will be no visitation by request. A Celebration of Life will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 28, 2026, in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, with a reception to follow. A private family interment will take place in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Souris, Prince Edward Island at a later date. The family would like to sincerely thank the doctors, nurses, and staff at Valley Regional Hospital, the Nova Scotia Cancer Centre, and Valley Hospice for their care and kindness. Donations in Claire’s memory may be made to the Valley Hospice Foundation. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville. "It will all work out in the end." Please click on the link below to watch the Celebration of Life for Mrs. Claire Morse: https://vimeo.com/event/5957154

Edwin Franklin Wood, age 94, passed away on May 2, 2026, at Souris Hospital after a brief illness. Edwin was born on July 4,1931 to the late Frank and Jean (nee Matheson) in Rollo Bay West. He is survived by his siblings Louise Higginbotham Rollo Bay West, Douglas Wood (Freda) Dundas, and Ann McDonald (Waldron) Charlottetown, and his twelve nephews and nieces and their families. Edwin was predeceased by his sister Catherine and brothers in law James and John Higginbotham. Edwin was a quiet, kind and gentle man. He took great pleasure in seeing his nephews and nieces grow into adulthood. He had many pets and especially loved his last cat, Samantha. He enjoyed a good book and was a prolific lifelong reader. He followed hockey, Jeopardy and the Weather Network. Edwin had a great laugh and especially enjoyed the many politicians that entertained him throughout his life. He was, at the heart of it, an amazing gardener and it was through this talent that he inspired and encouraged many of us to have our own gardens and to appreciate nature. At Edwin's request there will be no visitation or funeral. A graveside service for the family will take place at a later date in the Dundas Cemetery. Donations in Edwin's memory may be made to the Eastern Kings Health Foundation (Souris Hospital). (Photo credit: niece Michelle MacDonald)

Peacefully, surrounded by his family and under the compassionate care of Dr. McGregor and the ICU staff at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, our beloved son, Tristen Chase Garnhum, passed away on May 2, 2026, at the age of 27. Tristen was a warrior. He faced addiction and mental health struggles with a strength that those closest to him will never forget. Despite his battles, he loved deeply, cared fiercely, and had a way of lighting up even the darkest room with his bright blue eyes and unforgettable smile. He is now reunited with those he missed dearly, including his Papa Joe Gilbert, Nanny Hazel Kilbride, and his Auntie Cindy Nobiss. Tristen will be forever loved and missed by his parents, Kevin and Melody (Gilbert) Garnhum; his sister Paige Garnhum (Scott Perry); his brothers Coady and Dakota Garnhum; his grandfathers, Ian Garnhum and Allison Kilbride; and his godmothers Tanya MacEachern and Pam Ross, and his godfather Richard Ross. He will also be deeply missed by his aunts and uncles: Mariah Garnhum ( Scott Dow), Jen (Murray) Bell, and Adam (Dianna) Garnhum; his special cousins Ashley Milligan, Jeff Nobiss, Lauren Nickerson, Glen Gilbert, Darlene Perry, Neisha Perry, Cory Wisner, and all extended family and friends who held a place in his heart. Tristen was also embraced by a large extended family brought into his life through love, including grandparents Tony and Debbie Downy; brothers Brandon “Skinny” Harding and Chase Aslantogmus; uncles Craig Nash and Johnny (Robin) Graham; aunt and uncle Ian and Andrea Martin; aunts Ashley (Francis) Insley and Casandra Jackson; and his beloved “Ma tante” Ginny Lauzon, along with many others who loved him as their own. He will be remembered as well by his extended family, including great aunts, uncles, especially Darlene Boutler, and cousins—along with all who knew him, even briefly, and carried his name in their hearts. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home in Souris, where visiting hours will take place on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 5:00pm-8pm. A funeral service will be held at the Bay Fortune United Church, Bay Fortune, on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 1:00pm. Interment will follow in the St. Mary’s Church Cemetery, Souris. If so desired, donations in memory of Tristen can be made to Harvest House PEI. “Lay it down, my sorrowful warrior / Love will lead you on your way.” — Sorrowful Warrior (Tristen’s Song)

Dessie Olivia Dingwell (née Creamer) was born on April 6, 1941, in Phillips Harbour, Nova Scotia and passed peacefully into the arms of God surrounded by family on May 1, 2026 in Souris, Prince Edward Island. She will be remembered by generations of family and friends as a kind, caring, and loving woman whose greatest joy was bringing happiness to those around her—especially children. Her love for children, animals, the forest, and the beach reflected her gentle spirit and genuine goodness. Above all, she was an exceptional mother. In her early years, Dessie moved to Digby, NS before travelling to Toronto in search of opportunity, where she met the love of her life, David Dingwell. Together, they built a life rooted in love and family, eventually settling in Eglington, Prince Edward Island, where they raised their children. Dessie was deeply proud of her family: her children Julie, Mark (Aimee), and Chad (Jennifer); her grandchildren Hailee, Kalen, Faith, and Nathaniel; and her great-grandchildren Freja and Elvira. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Her family takes comfort in knowing she has been welcomed into the hands of God. A private service for family and friends will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Dessie can be made to the PEI Humane Society.

On Friday, April 24, 2026, at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Charlottetown, Coleen White (nee Sampson) passed away peacefully with her loving daughter by her side. Born on September 30, 1961, in Souris, she was aged 64 years. She will be forever missed and loved by her daughter, Katie, and her sons Dustin (Nicole), Tyler (Stephanie) and Derek (Janeen). Coleen was a caring Nan to Audrey, Waylon, Ethan, Ashton, Ben, Grayson, Landon and Hazel. She will also be missed by her two favourite feline companions (Willow and Lily), who brought her much joy. She is lovingly remembered by her siblings, Kevin (Heather), Darlene (Wayne), Wayne (Darlene), Rollie and Rodney, along with many nieces, nephews and all extended family and friends. Coleen will be remembered as a strong, dedicated woman who faced life with resilience and a deep love for her family. Predeceased by her parents, Mary Rodd and Shirley Sampson, and step-father Vernon Rodd. Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home in Souris, where visiting hours will take place on Monday, April 27, 2026, from 11:00am -1:00pm. A funeral Mass will be held at the St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church on Monday, April 27, 2026, at 2:00pm with interment to follow in the Church Cemetery. If so desired, donations in memory of Coleen can be made to St Mary’s Church Cemetery.