Obit: GAVIN, Clara P [Dyas]

GAVIN, Clara P. - 97, Parrsboro, Cumberland Co., passed away Saturday, August 19, 2006, in South Cumberland Community Care Centre, Parrsboro. Born in Parrsboro, she was a daughter of the late Burton and Julia (Myers) Dyas. She was well-known for her oil paintings and taught painting classes for many years. She was Past Matron of the Order of Eastern Star. She was a life parishioner of the Parrsboro Baptist Church and former choir member. She is survived by daughter, Marion Merriam (James), Parrsboro; daughter-in-law, Muriel Gavin, Montreal; 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Wellington; son, Wellington "Red"; sisters, Hazel and Marion; brothers, Donald, Harold, and William. Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m. Friday, September 8, in Smith's Funeral Home, Parrsboro. Funeral 2 p.m. Saturday, September 9, in Parrsboro Baptist Church, Rev. Greg Doyle officiating. Burial in St. Brigid's Cemetery, Parrsboro. Memorial donations may be made to Parrsboro Baptist Church or South Cumberland Community Care Centre Foundation. On-line condolences at: www.smithsfuneralhome.com


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