It is with great sadness that the family of Mary Ellen (Holmes) Hicks, announces her sudden passing at the Sackville Memorial Hospital on Friday, January 26, 2012. Mary was 72 years of age.

Born on November 30, 1939 in Sackville, N.B., she was the daughter of the late John and Viola (Phinney) Holmes. Mary Ellen was the last surviving member of her immediate family.

Mary Ellen will be sadly missed by her common-law husband, Ronald Chase of Upper Sackville, N.B.; two sons, Dana (Darlene) Holmes of Dorchester, N.B. and John (Debra) Hicks of Edmonton, AB; grandchildren, Jason (Sherry) Holmes of Dorchester, Michael (Amy) Holmes of Dorchester, Matthew and Hailey Hicks of Edmonton, AB; great-grandchildren, Jessica, Madison, Sierra and Abigail Holmes; step-grandchildren, Miranda, Charles and Alan Dawson; step-great-grandchildren, Samantha Landry and Lukas Hurley and several nieces and nephews.

She was pre-deceased by a daughter at birth, Audrey Joan Hicks; four brothers, Laurie, Douglas (”Gandy”), Johny and Parker and by her three sisters, Gloria, Allie and Audrey.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Campbell’s Funeral Home, 89 Bridge Street, Sackville, N.B. (364-8188). In keeping with Mary Ellen’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or memorial service. Her family will have a grave-side service in the spring at the Sackville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mary Ellen may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the charity of choice.

Born in Halifax, N.S. on November 21, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Muriel (MacLeod) and David Moulton.

Marion was married in 1944 to Nicholas Vickruck of Thunder Bay, Ontario, where they raised a family of five children. She was involved in 4-H, Women’s Institute, Rural Learning Association and she hosted her own television program on CKPR for nine years. Marion moved back to Halifax in 1975, where she worked at Northwood Centre for fifteen years until her retirement. She was also the director of Lifeline Nova Scotia. In 2007, Marion married Mel Scott and they enjoyed a year and a half of happiness until his passing. For the past 17 months, she lived in Sackville following a debilitating stroke. Marion was an avid painter, was very proud of her Scottish heritage and she thoroughly enjoyed nature and people. She was especially appreciative of the love and care she received while residing at the Drew Nursing Home.

Marion is survived by her five children, David (Eeva-Liisa) of Savona, BC, Nikki (Frank) Schmitt of Sechelt, BC, Aydan (Patricia) of Edmonton, AB, Ronald (Colleen) of White Rock, BC and Vernon (Sharon) of Sackville, N.B.; brother, Vernon Moulton of Lower Sackville, N.S.; nine grandchildren; three great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins, as well as three step-children and their families.

She was pre-deceased by her parents Muriel and David Moulton; first husband, Nicholas Vickruck and by her second husband, Mel Scott.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Campbell’s Funeral Home, 89 Bridge Street, Sackville, N.B. (364-8188). In keeping with Marion’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place on Friday, January 27, 2012 at the Middle Sackville Baptist Church, 14 Church Street, Sackville, N.B., from 2 pm until the time of the memorial service at 3 pm with Rev. Jerry Horsman officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Marion may be made to the Middle Sackville Baptist Church, Canadian Wildlife Federation or to the charity of ones choice.

It is with sadness that the family of Annie R. Estabrooks announce her passing at the Sackville Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, January 17, 2012. Annie was 92 years of age.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Annie may be made to the Sackville Memorial Hospital or to the charity of ones choice.

Born on November 18, 1939 in Sackville, N.B., he was the son of the late Marion (Tower) and Lorne Estabrooks.

Bob, along with his brothers, owned BBL Brothers Store and the Harness Shop in Sackville for many years, until his retirement. He also was a former member of the Sackville Rotary Club and the Sackville School Board. He had a great enthusiasm for life and enjoyed farming and being with his family and friends.

Bob will be sadly missed by his daughter, Janet (Brent) Lutes of Riverview, N.B.; granddaughter, Abby-Jo Payne and grandson, Carter Lutes both of Riverview, N.B.; nine sisters, Marg, Barb, Donna, Pat, Betty, Carol, Grace, Eva and Joan; three brothers, Jack, Lew and Bill; brothers-in-law; sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews.

He was pre-deceased by his loving wife Doreen (Bulmer); son, Joey Estabrooks; brother, Bonar Estabrooks and by his sister, Ethel Bulmer.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Campbell’s Funeral Home, 89 Bridge Street, Sackville, N.B. (364-8188). In keeping with Bob’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or funeral service.

Donations in memory of Bob may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Extra-Mural Services (Sackville), or to the charity of one’s choice

Born in Sackville, N.B. on May 2, 1958, she was the daughter of Dorette (Girouard) and Raymond Briggs of Sackville, N.B.

Nancy was a hairdresser in Moncton for 2 years before becoming self-employed in Sackville for the last 32 years. She enjoyed doing crafts and loved going shopping, especially when she found a good sale. Nancy was a great baker, loved animals and enjoyed traveling, especially to the USA every year to visit with her family. She always attended Stacey’s fiddle concerts and Jonathan’s hockey and golf tournaments. Nancy enjoyed spending her time with her family and friends and will always be remembered as a loving daughter, wife, mother, sister and friend.

Nancy will be sadly missed by her husband of 30 years, Kevin Read; daughter, Stacey Read (Walter); son, Jonathan Read (Kaylee); parents, Dorette and Raymond Briggs, all of Sackville, N.B.; sister, Joan (Lynnwood) Young of Moncton, N.B.; mother-in-law, Trudy; sisters-in-law, Judy Read and Wendy (Melbourne) Smith and by her two nieces, Meredith and Meghann Smith.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Campbell’s Funeral Home, 89 Bridge Street, Sackville, N.B. E4L 3P1 (364-8188). In keeping with Nancy’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 from 5-8 pm. The funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 11 am with Rev. Hal Lowther officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Nancy may be made to the Sackville Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, Moncton SPCA, Canadian Cancer Society or to the charity of one’s choice.

Nancy’s family would like to take this opportunity to send a heartfelt thank-you to all the nurses and staff at the Sackville Memorial Hospital for their care and compassion in the last two months, it is greatly appreciated.

Born on April 6, 1935 in Midgic, N.B. he was the son of the late Rhoda (Hicks) and James Wheaton.

Trevor worked at Enterprise Foundry, for Irving Oil and ran Wheaton’s Burner Service until he retired in 1995. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend.

Trevor will be sadly missed by his wife of 49 years, Donna (Estabrooks) Wheaton; five children, Cheryl Wells of Sackville, N.B., Tim Wheaton of Sackville, N.B., Chris (Kim) Wheaton of Amherst, N.S., Greg Wheaton of Sackville, N.B. and Stacey (Darren) Dixon of Fredericton, N.B.; brother, Arlen (Sharon) Wheaton of Shediac, N.B.; sister, Deana (Dolan) Chase of Moncton, N.B.; eight grandchildren, Matthew and Mark Wheaton, Megan, Melanie, James, Brittney and Alissa Wells, Paige Dixon as well as by his son-in-law, Jim Wells.

He was pre-deceased by his brother Eric Wheaton; in-laws, Lorne and Marion Estabrooks; sister-in-laws, Ethel Bulmer, Doreen Estabrooks, Isabelle Estabrooks and Pat Estabrooks; brother-in-laws, Bonar Estabrooks, Harley Bulmer and Keith Wyonch; niece Lorna Partridge and his nephew, Joey Estabrooks.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Campbell’s Funeral Home, 89 Bridge Street, Sackville, N.B. (364-8188). In keeping with Trevor’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 8, 2012 from 2-4 pm at the funeral home. The funeral service will be held on Monday, January 9, 2012 at 2 pm at the Main Street Baptist Church with Pastor Danny Barrett officiating. Burial will take place in the spring in the Midgic Cemetery.

Donations in memory of Trevor may be made to the Sackville Memorial Hospital, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Diabetes Association or to the charity of ones choice.

In keeping with Elizabeth’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or funeral service.

If so desired, donations in memory of Elizabeth may be made to St. James Presbyterian Church in Port Elgin, N.B. or to the charity of one’s choice.

Born in Point de Bute, N.B. on August 3, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Mary (Bellamy) and James W. Baughan.

Bea was a RNA and a long-time member of the Sackville division of the Saint John Ambulance, the Lord Sackville Chapter IODE and she was a Kinette. She had a great love of shopping, auction sales and antiquing. Bea mostly enjoyed her time spent with family and friends. She was a loving wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.

Bea will be sadly missed by her husband of 58 years, Del Wheaton of Sackville, N.B.; children, Vaughan (Lorraine) Wheaton, Colleen (Graham) Allen and Darren (Lindsay) Wheaton, all of Sackville, N.B.; three brothers, Roger (Mary) Baughan of Wainwright, AB, Kenneth Baughan (Carolyn Emblem) of Ottawa, Ontario and David Baughan (Gloria Estabrooks) of Sackville, N.B.; three sisters, Peggy (Paul) Morris, Barbara (Tom) Johnson and Nancy Baughan, all of Sackville, N.B.; three grandsons, Joshua Wheaton of Calgary, AB, Nathan (Natasha) Wilson of Sackville, N.B. and Wesley Allen (Sarah Chatterton) of Sackville, N.B.; two great-granddaughters, Sophia and Lily Wilson and many nieces, nephews and many friends.

She was pre-deceased by her son D. Michael Wheaton in 2009.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Campbell’s Funeral Home, 89 Bridge Street, Sackville, N.B.(364-8188). Visiting hours will take place on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at 2 PM from the Midgic Baptist Church with Rev. Hal Lowther officiating. Burial will take place in the Sackville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Bea may be made to the Lord Sackville Chapter IODE to further the work of IODE Canada, a National Women’s Charitable Organization , Sackville United Church, Sackville Hospital Auxiliary or to the charity of ones choice.

Emily Mary Bellamy was born on March 3, 1915 to Percy Bellamy and Frances Griffiths of Herefordshire, England.

Mary came to Canada in 1927 with her parents and four siblings, the late Kelly (Averil), the late Joan (William Stiles), the late William Bellamy and Lorna (the late Donald) Etter. She was also predeceased by her grandchildren, Tracy Goodwin and Michael Wheaton.

Mary married James William Baughan (deceased) formerly of Oxford, England and they had seven children, all of whom survive her; Roger (Mary) of Wainwright, Alberta, Rosemary (Del) Wheaton, Peggy (Paul) Morris, Barbara (Tom) Johnson, David (Gloria Estabrooks) and Nancy, all of Sackville, N.B. and Ken (Carolyn Emblem) of Ottawa, Ontario. She is also survived by her sister, Lorna Etter of Point de Bute, N.B.; 14 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Mary was a long-time member of the Lord Sackville Chapter IODE and a life member of the United Church Women. She enjoyed many gatherings with her family and also a good game of Trivial Pursuit and Dominoes.

We would like to extend a special thank-you to Mary’s care-givers over the last few years, especially Ann Sexton, Linda Wood, Marsha Holmes, Roxanne Jones, Jennifer Johnson, Charlene Mountain and Katie Sue Johnson.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Campbell’s Funeral Home, 89 Bridge Street, Sackville, N.B. (364-8188). Visitation will take place on Thursday, December 15, 2011 from 7-9 pm. The funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, December 16, 2011 at 2 pm with Father Kevin Stockall officiating. Burial will take place in the Point de Bute Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mary may be made to the Point de Bute Cemetery, Lord Sackville Chapter IODE to further the work of IODE Canada, a National Women’s Charitable Organization or to the charity of one’s choice.

Born in Boston, Massachusets on March 31, 1928, he was the son of the late Abner and Bertha (Turner) Estabrooks.

Arnold lived in Sackville his whole life and worked with his father in the grocery business for several years in Sackville and Pointe de Bute, N.B. He also worked at Fawcett Foundry and in the maintenance department for the Sackville Fire Department. Arnold had a passion for gardening and enjoyed puttering around his home.

Arnold will be sadly missed by his sister, Audrey (Rufus) Reid; three nephews, Michael (Ellen) Reid, Rick Reid and Wayne Estabrooks; niece, Kim (Ken) Godfrey and several other nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by his wife Shirley Marie (Wheaton) Estabrooks in 2007 and by his brother Raymond Estabrooks.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Campbell’s Funeral Home, 89 Bridge Street, Sackville, N.B. (506) 364-8188. In keeping with Arnold’s wishes there will be no visiting hours. The funeral service will take place at Campbell’s Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 2 pm with Pastor Andrew Swanson officiating. Burial will take place in the Sackville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Arnold may be made to the Drew Nursing Home, Moncton SPCA or to the charity of one’s choice.