Thanks Eric
Trying to trace Joy's ggrandmother Pheobe Perrin. She disappears and Joy's grandfather (John William Sweeney) is left with Pheobe's brother, William Henry Perrin and Rosella Vance.
Greg
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From: keysie
To: browngr@...
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Sent: Sunday, December 30, 2007 1:28 PM
Subject: [nscumber] Perrins
Hi Greg:
Since you're doing some PERRIN research, here's some Perrin obits that I've gathered.
Eric
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PERRIN, Cecil F - 91, Economy, Colchester Co., passed away Saturday, February 2, 2002, in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Springhill, he was a son of the late Fred and Emma (Halliday) Perrin. A graveside service and interment will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, July 6, in Economy Cemetery, Economy, Rev. Bob Hussey officiating. Donations in memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Economy United Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall Funeral Home, Truro.
Halifax Herald, 5 July 2002
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Oxford Journal, 31 May 1923
OBIT - Mrs. Abram PERRIN
Mrs. Abram PERRIN, a life long resident of Wyvern died recently at the home of her son, Mr. Fred PERRIN, Central Economy, with whom she has resided for a few years. She was over 90 years of age and is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Alice McELMON and two sons, Fred and Fletcher.
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Springhill - George Douglas Perrin, 70, 20 Hall Street, Springhill, died Friday, April 20, 1990 in All Saints Hospital, Springhill. Born in Springhill, he was a son of Mrs. Mary (Canning) Perrin and the late William Eben Perrin. He was an adherent to the St. Andrew's Wesley United Church in Springhill. He served overseas during World War II. Most of his working years were spent in coal mining and battery manufacturing. He is survived by his wife, the former Ruth M. Clark; two daughters, Margaret (Mrs. Kenneth Lowther), Oromocto, N.B.; Carolyn (Mrs. Jeremy Demings), Fall River, Halifax Co.; two sons, Douglas, MacPherson Mills, Pictou Co.; David, at home; three sisters, Ida (Mrs. Charles Clark); Mrs Rachael Rolfe and Marjorie (Mrs. Hibbert Rolfe), all of Springhill; two brothers, William, Dartmouth; Charles; Oxford Junction; seven grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, Robert, and three half brothers, Wilbert, Elmer and J. Alexander. His remains have been cremated. A memorial service was held 11 a.m. Monday at the A.H. Brown Funeral Home in Springhill with Rev. Elroy McKillop officiating. Burial of cremains in Rodney Cemetery. Donations to any charity would be appreciated. The Parrsboro Citizen April 20, 1990
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CLARKE, Ida Belle - 71, 42 Hall St., Springhill, died August 20, 1998, in All Saints Hospital, Springhill. Born in Springhill, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary (Canning) Perrin. She was an adherent of All Saints Anglican Church, Springhill. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, was an avid fisherman and especially enjoyed her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Surviving are her husband, Charles Clarke; daughters, Linda (Mrs. Robert MacLeod), Lower Sackville; Eileen (Mrs. Sidney Glennie), Springhill; Joan (Mrs. Casey VanSchaick), Big Bras d'Or; sons, William Light, Clairmont, Cumberland Co.; Robert Light, Lower Sackville; brothers, William, Dartmouth; Charles, Oxford Junction, Cumberland Co.; sisters, Mrs. Rachel Rolfe, Marjorie (Mrs. Hibbert Rolfe), Springhill; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband, Fred Light; brothers, Robert, Alex, Elmer, Wilbert, George. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, funeral 2 p.m. Saturday, both in A.H. Brown Funeral Home, Springhill, Rev. Bruce Ward officiating. Burial in Hillside Cemetery, Springhill. Donations to any charity.
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PERRIN, Mary Emma Doris - 95, 16 Hall St., Springhill, died July 2, 1995, in High Crest Nursing Home, Springhill. Born in Leamington, Cumberland Co., she was a daughter of the late George A. and Melvina (Pyke) Canning. She was an adherent of St. Andrew-Wesley United Church, Springhill; a member for over 50 years of Loyal True Blue Association 178 and member of Daughters of England. Surviving are daughters, Marjorie (Mrs. Hibbert Rolfe), Ida (Mrs. Charles Clarke), Mrs. Rachel Rolfe, Springhill; sons, William, Dartmouth; Charles, Oxford Junction; sister, Mrs. Laura Garland, Eastern Passage; 34 grandchildren; 59 greatgrandchildren; 15 great-great- grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, William Eben Perrin; sons, Robert, George; stepsons, Alex, Elmer, Wilbert; brothers, William, Jack, George, James; sisters, Ethel, Rachel, Myrtle, Plona; a granddaughter; a great-grandson. Visitation 2-4, 79 p.m. today, funeral 2 p.m. Tuesday, both in A.H. BrownFuneral Home, Springhill, Rev. Elroy McKillop officiating. Burial in Rodney Cemetery, Cumberland Co.
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PERRIN, Ruth Margaret - 79, Hall Street, Springhill, passed away on Friday, October 26, 2007, in All Saints Hospital, Springhill. Born in Springhill, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Margaret (Storey) Clark. She enjoyed sewing, cooking, and especially being home where she helped raise her grandchildren, and spending time with family and friends. She is survived by sons, Douglas (Patricia Taylor) Perrin, New Glasgow; David (Margaret Moreau) Perrin, Springhill; daughters, Margaret (Kenneth) Lowther, Amherst; Carolyn (Jeremy) Demings, Springhill; brothers, Garnet (Bonheur "Polly") Clarke and Charles Clarke, both of Springhill; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, George D. Perrin; brothers, George, Harold, and infant brother, Robert. Cremation has taken place under the direction of A.H. Brown Funeral Home, Springhill. A graveside committal service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 30, in Rodney Cemetery, with Rev. Perry Hanley officiating. If so desired, donations to a charity of choice would be appreciated.
[Monday 29-October-2007 www.thechronicleherald.ca Halifax NS]
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PERRIN (King), Rosalie - In loving memory of Rosalie Perrin, who passed away at the age of 71, on April 27, 2007. She was predeceased by parents, Mary (McCall) King (Edmonton, Alta.); Vernon King (Onslow); brother, Frank King (Edmonton); and infant son, Leslie Perrin. She is survived by her beloved husband of 53 years, Ray Perrin; daughters, Louise Perrin, Gull Lake, Sask.; Eleanor (Chester) Agecoutay, Cowessess, Sask.; grandchildren, John, Calgary, Alta.; Mary Beth (Josh), Long Beach, Calif.; Rebecca (Terry), Regina, Sask.; Alissa, Cowessess, Sask. Rosalie will sadly be missed by her extended family and many friends. The urn will be interred in Dean at a later date. Memorial donations to The Arthritis Society would be appreciated. The family would like to acknowledge niece Marion Perrin for the many times she has given valued help and support. Foster & McGarvey Ltd., 10011-114th St., Edmonton, Alta., (780) 428-6666, to send condolences: www.fostermcgarve! y.com
[Thursday 10-May-2007 www.thechronicleherald.ca Halifax NS]
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PERRIN, Ray L. - Peacefully passed away May 31, 2007, at the age of 76. He was predeceased by parents, Alice M. and Guy E. Perrin (both of Dean); brothers, Edson (Cranbrook, B.C.), Lyman (Truro), David (Dean), George (Halifax); infant sisters, Eleanor and Elizabeth Perrin; infant son, Leslie James Perrin, and most recently by M. Rosalie (King), his beloved wife of 53 years, on April 27, 2007. Ray is survived by daughters, Louise Perrin, Gull Lake, Sask.; Eleanor (Chester) Agecoutay, Cowessess, Sask.; grandchildren, John, Calgary; Mary Beth (Josh), Long Beach, Calif.; Rebecca (Terry), Regina, Sask.; Alissa, Cowessess, Sask.; sisters, Marion Lemmon, Middle Musquodoboit; Ella Cox, Upper Musquodoboit; brothers, Walter, Truro; Victor (Ruby), Halifax; sisters-in-law, Frances Perrin, Dean; Claudia Perrin, Cranbrook, B.C., and his many loved nieces and nephews. Ray will be sadly missed by his extended family and many friends. Ashes will be interred in Dean at a later ! date. Memorial donations to Sharon Presbyterian Church, Upper Musquodoboit, NS B0N 2M0, would be appreciated. The family would like to acknowledge niece, Marion Perrin and Frances Perrin for the many times they have given valued help and support. Arrangements entrusted to Foster & McGarvey Ltd., 10011-114th St., Edmonton, Alta., (780) 428-6666. To send condolences: www.fostermcgarvey.com
[Monday 4-June-2007 www.thechronicleherald.ca Halifax NS]
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PERRIN, Gerald Allan "Jake" - 52, 16 Herrett Rd., Springhill, died February 6, 1999, in Highland View Regional Hospital, Amherst. Born in Springhill, he was a son of the late Robert Allan and Joyce Marie (Boyce) Perrin. He was a past member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 17, Springhill. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Surviving are his wife, Veronica Dowe; son, Kevin Troy, Parrsboro; Robert Allan, Moncton, N.B.; brother, Garry, North Delta, B.C.; sisters, Deborah (Mrs. James Gallagher), Brenda
(Mrs. Weldon Smith), East Mapleton, Cumberland Co.; three grandsons; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by an infant sister, Nancy. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, funeral 2 p.m. Tuesday, both in A.H. Brown Funeral Home, Springhill, Rev. Elroy McKillop officiating. Spring burial in Hillside Cemetery, Springhill. In lieu of flowers, donations to the ALS Society of Canada.
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