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Tributes GLACE BAY, N.S.—Elizabeth “Bessie” FerneyhoughAshe was born in Harbour Breton, N.L., in 1916. After moving to Glace Bay, she worked in a doctor’s office and in 1940 married Sydney Ferneyhough, a widower with four children. Together they had four more children. After Sydney’s death in 1958, she married George Ashe. Converted during Lt-Colonels Boyde and Marie Goulding’s ministry in Glace Bay in the 1970s, she became a devoted member of the home league, donating her beautiful crocheted and knitted items and cooking for the annual church suppers. Bessie is remembered for her deep faith in God, gentle spirit, quick wit and love for her family and friends. She is survived by seven children, four stepchildren, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and one sister. DEER LAKE, N.L.—Beulah Rebecca Moulton was enrolled as a senior soldier in Deer Lake in 1979 and became an active member of the home league and the Golden Years Club. In later years, Beulah became a caregiver to her husband, Max, who had Alzheimer’s disease. She loved her grandchildren and would have been proud of their active role in her funeral service. Left with loving memories are her children Doreen (Derek), Betty (Dick), Bob (Linda), Kimberly (Jason); sister, Shirley (Calvin); brother, George (Ivy); six grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I.—E. Merrill Carr was born in Charlottetown in 1937. Though born deaf, Merrill witnessed through his 47-year War Cry/Salvationist and Christmas kettle ministry, which he continued from his wheelchair. Enrolled as a soldier in 1964, Merrill served wherever he was needed. Each year he looked forward to men’s camp at Scotian Glen and encouraged others to attend with him. Merrill is fondly remembered by wife, Katherine; sons Peter (Kelly) and Ron (Valerie); grandchildren, nieces and nephews. SIMCOE, ONT.—Roy Arthur Kennard was promoted to Glory at 91. Originally from Kingston, Ont., Roy was an avid Army bandsman, serving as band secretary and sergeant at Kingston Citadel. While living in Newfoundland and Labrador, he helped plant the Mount Pearl Corps. He was the head of the occupational therapy department at Kingston Psychiatric Hospital until his retirement in the late 1980s and occasionally taught at Kingston’s Queen’s University. Roy is missed by daughters Elaine (Kerry) and Jennifer; brothers David (Enid) and Bill (Eileen); sisters Janice, Nora, Jean, Nellie and Olive (George); nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. ST. CATHARINES, ONT.—Roy Price was born in Twillingate, N.L., in 1922. He moved to Port Colborne, Ont., to raise his family and start a business. Roy served in many positions in Port Colborne, including continuing as corps sergeant major when it amalgamated with Welland. After Welland closed, he transferred to St. Catharines. A praying, faithful servant of God, Roy was greatly respected by those who knew him and will be remembered for his love of God’s Word and his devotion to Christ. He is missed by wife, Frances; daughter, Arlene; son, Austin (Joyce); daughter-in-law, Margaret; grandchildren, stepgrandchildren and great-grandchildren. DARTMOUTH, N.S.—Frank Banfield faithfully held the position of corps sergeant major at Dartmouth Community Church for over 25 years and was instrumental in the building of the corps on Pleasant Street. He was admired by members of the corps and the community and had a positive impact on all he met. He was the last surviving member of the original Bluenose crew. Lovingly remembered with thanksgiving for his love for God, The Salvation Army, his family and others, by children Scott, Martha and Michael; and family members and friends of the Dartmouth Community Church.
STONEY CREEK, ONT.—Doreen Lillian Cockhead (nee Tovey) was born in 1931 in Toronto to Salvationist parents. She taught Sunday school for many years at Lisgar Street Corps. After moving to Niagara Falls, Ont., she and her husband, Jack, raised a family, and she eventually worked as a secretary at the men’s hostel and corps in St. Catharines. She was promoted to Glory while a member of Winterberry Heights Church in Stoney Creek. Doreen always spoke a kind word to anyone she met. Doreen is lovingly remembered by husband, Jack; daughters Shawna Hopkins (Steve) and Leona Corr (Stephen); son, Garwin; and three grandchildren. TORONTO—Brigadier David Strachan was born in Broughty Ferry, Scotland, in 1912. David became an Army soldier in 1928 and moved to Canada, settling in Woodstock, Ont. He was commissioned as an officer in 1933 and appointed to Goderich, Ont. After service in Norwich, Dresden and Dunnville, Ont., David married Margaret Hughes in 1939. They then ministered in several corps in Ontario and Quebec, in social appointments across Canada, including in Hamilton, Ont., and Montreal and twice at the Sherbourne Street Hostel in Toronto. In retirement, David and his second wife, Nessie, served in several short appointments and David spent six years in the corrections department at territorial headquarters. He also wrote 25 daily devotional books that have benefited Salvationists and others around the world. David is greatly missed by son, Brian (Carol); daughter, Fae; daughterin-law, Sharon; four granddaughters, seven great-granddaughters, one great-grandson and one niece. SAULT STE. MARIE, ONT.—Samuel Henry Samson was born in Peter’s Arm, N.L., in 1943. He married Dinah Blake and they moved to Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., with their twin girls in 1964. He committed his life to Christ at a men’s fellowship camp in Newfoundland and Labrador. When they moved to Sault Ste. Marie, he diligently served in community care ministries, on corps council, as flag sergeant, door keeper and for five years as cub leader. Additionally, Samuel was noted for cooking for women’s ministries dinners and volunteered for 24 years at family services and 10 years at the thrift store. A passionate fisherman, he had a great sense of humour and is missed by his friends. Samuel is survived by his wife, Dinah; daughters Denise (Rick), Diane (Gerald), Rosalie (Rick), Kathy (Shawn) and Patty (Shawn); 13 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, three brothers and one sister.
GAZETTE
Territorial Appointments Cpts Serge/Yvette Brunet, corps officers and community and family services officers, Église Communautaire de Trois-Rivières, Que. Div (additional responsibility); Cpt Rachele Lamont, assistant divisional youth secretary, Que. Div; Mjr Shirley King, executive director, Mountberry Adult Day Services, Stoney Creek, Ont. GL Div Promotions to Major Cpts Juan/Lorraine Burry; Cpt Bertrand Lessard Promoted to Glory Mjr James Stoops, from Toronto, Apr 11; Mjr Elizabeth Oliver, from Ajax, Ont., Apr 28
CALENDAR
Commissioners Brian and Rosalie Peddle July 6 public welcome and installation as new territorial leaders, Jackson’s Point, Ont. Colonels Floyd and Tracey Tidd July 6 public welcome and installation of Commissioners Brian and Rosalie Peddle as territorial leaders, Jackson’s Point, Ont. Canadian Staff Band July 6 public welcome and installation of Commissioners Brian and Rosalie Peddle as territorial leaders, Jackson’s Point, Ont. Salvationist I July 2011 I 29