Keefe, Mary "Hilda" July 20, 2025

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by family, at the Tignish Seniors Long Term Care, Tignish on July 20 ,2025 of Mary "Hilda" Keefe, aged 90.

Hilda was the daughter of the late Wilbert and Irene (Harper) Keough and lived most of her life in Skinners Pond PEI, with her late husband Bennett Keefe.

Born on March 8th, 1935 in Christoper Cross, Hilda lived a life centered around family. She was a devoted mother and an extrodinary grandmother and great grandmother- known as Grammie and Great-Grammie- a title she wore with pride and joy.

Hilda leaves behind three of her five children; Brian (Bertie), Francine (James) and Helen Marie (Dean), along with her cherished grandchildren; Lindsay, Sean, Lisa, Sheldon, Adam, Leslie, Jordan, Bennett, Issac and Laura. She will be sadly missed by her great-grandchildren; Brody, Jessa, Weston, Emily, Cameron, Landon, Wyatt, Cora, Tara, Mason, Griffin, Cullen and Kieran. She is also survived by sister Clare, brother John, and son-in-law Brian.

Hilda was pre-deceased by her parents , Wilbert and Irene Keough,her husband Bennett her daughter Beverly,her daughter Pauline and sonin law Robert; as well as her parents-in-law Anthony and Freda Keefe. She was also pre-deceased by several brothers and sisters, Arnold, Ethel, Winston, Ray, Ralph, Karen and Rose Marie.

Hilda, was bright and quick witted, with a playful laugh. She cherished time with family and loved each of them deeply. While she was many things in her life- devoted daughter, loving mother, loyal friend- her most cherished roles were "Grammie" and "Great-Grammie", and she fulfilled these roles with unmatched love and devotion. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were truly the very heartbeat of her life.

She was also a lover of music and dance. Whether it was a classic tune playing on the radio or live local musicians, she was always the first to tap her toes, hum along and smile from ear to ear. If you really wanted to see her come alive, you'd see her on the dance floor.


Resting at the West Prince Funeral Home , 522 Thompson Rd.

No visitation by personal request.

Funeral mass will be held on Thursday, July 24th at 11:00 am , at Immaculate Conception Church, Palmer Rd. Interment in the church cemetery following the mass, with reception following the burial at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Palmer Rd

In lieu of flowers , the family kindly requests donations be made in Hilda's memory to Tignish Seniors Home.





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Shea, Michael Delbert July 9, 2025

The death occurred peacefully surrounded by family, at Prince County Hospital, Summerside, on Wednesday July 9, 2025, of Michael Delbert Shea of Ebbsfleet aged 60.

Michael was born on November 14,1964 to the late Clifford and Audrey(O'Brien) Shea of Ebbsfleet.

Left to mourn and lovingly remembered by his wife Sara and daughter Charlotte ,as well as daughters, Alyx and Chakyra.

Never to be forgotten by his sisters and brothers, Arlene(John), Ronnie(Mary), Austie(Audrey), Claude(Noella), Terry(Darlene), Karen(Jimmy), Glenda, Cindy(Timmy),and Pat(Sharon)and brother in law Cameron Leonard.

Michael will never be forgotten by numerous neices, nephews and cousins.

Always remembered by his in-laws Michael Ellis, Evelyn Lewis, Amanda, Nathan(Megan)and Parker(Marissa).

Michael was pre-deceased by his parents Clifford and Audrey Shea, sister Patsy, brothers Stephen, Joseph, Dennis and Howard in infancy, brother in law Robert and nephew Clifford as well as wife Kimberley.

Mike worked in the family business, Shea's Construction for many years. He gained his Red Seal in welding and worked on the contruction of the Confederation Bridge. In recent years he worked as an oyster fisher which he enjoyed immensly.
Mike had a great sense of humour and could always make you laugh. He had a big heart and was always willing to lend a helping hand.

Resting at the West Prince Funeral Home, 522 Thompson Rd, PEI.

There will be no public visitation by personal request. Attendance is by invitation only.

Funeral (for the public) will take place at Immaculate Conception Church, Palmer rd. on Tuesday July 15th, 2025 at 3:00pm with Fr. Praveen officiating, interment will take place following the mass at Immaculate Conception Cemetery.





There will be refreshments at the Knights of Columbus Hall after.

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Gallant, Deborah Maria July 3, 2025

The death occurred on Thursday July 3, 2025, at the Palliative Care Unit, Community Hospital O'Leary surrounded by her loving family of Deborah (Debbie) Maria Gallant of Miminegash aged 67. Debbie was the daughter of the late Arnold and Evelyn(Chaisson) Gaudet.

Loving wife to Patrick(Pappy) Gallant and a loving mother to Trent(Gina), Cynthia(Gregory) and TJ(James)

She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Breeanna(Alex), Mackayla, Mya, Lily , Harlie, and Jase, also by great-grandchild Hadley.

She will be forever remembered by her brothers and sisters, Joanne(Wayne), Janice(Lennie), Donna(Chris), Dale(Faye), Rene(Michell), and Blair(Marcella)

Never to be forgotten by her in-laws, Billy(Sharon), Dot(Herbie), Judy, Gerard(Lavern), Darlene(Kendal), Raymond, Jimmy Earl(Beverly) and Dale(Irene)

Debbie was a beloved Aunt to numerous nieces and nephews.

Debbie was predeceased by her parents Arnold and Evelyn,and by brothers Alden and Randy. Also predeceased by her in-laws Freeman and Mary Gallant Emily(Adrien), and Gussy.


Resting at the West Prince Funeral Home, 522 Thompson Rd.

Visitation will take place on Tuesday July 8th from 7-9 pm.




Memorial donations can be made to the Caring Cupboard .

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Firth, Jean June 10, 2025

The death occurred peacefully and surrounded with love at the QEH Charlottetown PEI on Tuesday June 10, 2025, of Jean Firth (nee Doucette) aged 83 years. Born in Palmer Road on June 24th 1941, daughter of the late Leo A Doucette and Josephine(Gallien) Doucette , Palmer Road.

Forever remembered she will be deeply missed by surviving children, Joan-Anne (David) Gosbee, New Haven, Bettyann Arsenault, Charlottetown, Nancymarie Arsenault, Charlottetown, Alfred (AJ) Arsenault, Crapaud, Cyril (Glenda) Arsenault, Stratford, Emmanuel Arsenault, New Brunswick, Leigh Arsenault Crapaud, Billy (Paulette) Arsenault, Tignish.

Fondly remembered with cherished memories of her deep love by her surviving
grandchildren, Elsa(Chad) Pitre, Jamie (Chyiann) Gosbee, Rachel Arsenault, Olivia Arsenault, Tasha Blanchard, Martina Gallant, Shianne Gallant, CJ(Olivia) Arsenault, Chayleigh (John) Hoar, Jacob Arsenault, and great grandchildren Sydnee Pitre, Emma Terris, Keenan Pitre, Kaycee Pitre, Jett Doiron, Cain Bulger,Seth Blanchard and Hanna Blanchard and numerous neices and nephews.

She is lovingly survived by her brothers, Emmanuel Doucette, Summerside, Roy Doucette(JoAnn) Ontario, David Doucette,Seacow Pond, Kevin (Evanne) Palmer
Road, and sister Dott(Stephen) Gallant Tignish. Also survived by Sister-in -law Rose Richard, Ontario and Brother-in-law Leonard Richard, Tignish.

She is predeceased by her late husbands Uldric Arsenault (1994) and John Firth (2012) also by brothers, Paul, Johnny, Leo L and sisters, Julia Richard, and Joananne Doucette and daughter in law Margaret Ann.

Jean will be forever remembered for her love of family, and cherished deep friendships with anyone who crossed her path. If you were fortunate to have tasted her molasses and sugar cookies and fresh baked bread you would have tasted a bit of the love of giving that radiated from her! With a twinkle in her eye, and a mischievous laugh she loved a good story of “them times” during her younger life while working at the Tignish Fisheries.

Resting at the West Prince Funeral Home , 522 Thompson Rd. with funeral service on Friday June 13th at 5pm at St Simon St Jude Parish. Visiting hours 2-430 Friday June 13th.

Interment following the funeral service in the St Simon St Jude cemetery.

In lieu of flower, donations may be made to the Tignish Seniors Home Activities
Department where her love of being busy making things shone brightly just like her radiant smile.








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Bernard, Melvin Joseph May 20, 2025

Peacefully and surrounded by his family, Melvin Joseph Bernard passed away at Andrews of Park West in Charlottetown, PEI on May 20, 2025, at the age of 92 years.

Born in DeBlois, October 17, 1932, Melvin lived a life rooted in hard work, strong values and a deep love for his family. He was a steady and loving presence in the lives of all who knew him and was a respected and loved figure in his community.

Melvin spent most of his life dedicated to his dairy farm in DeBlois, and to raising a family with his beloved wife Eunice. Married for 68 years, they shared a life filled with devotion, laughter, and countless kilometres driven across Prince Edward Island to visit their friends, children, and grandchildren. Melvin had a love for fiddle music, could play any song by ear on his keyboard, and always had a mischievous sparkle in his eye.

He cherished simple pleasures watching the evening news, taking long walks in the woods, late-night card games with good friends, and morning tea.

Melvin’s legacy of love, resilience, and dedication will live on in the hearts of his family. He is survived by his wife Eunice (Martin) Bernard, and their children: Louise MacDonald (Francis), Florence Rose (Tom), Aubrey Bernard (Nessya), Armand Bernard (Marg), Ken Bernard, and Gina Bernard (Michael). He also leaves behind daughter-in-law Donna, his grandchildren Pam, Cheryl, Ronnie, Tammie, Derek, Crystal, Jaime, Chris, Laura, Brian, Nathan, Michael, Matthew, Victoria, Shoshanna, Lawson, Kathryn, Rhett, Lincoln, Atlin, Cassie, Jacob — and numerous great-grandchildren.

Melvin was predeceased by his sons Ronnie and Terry, and grandson Devin Bernard, his parents Ziah and Fidelis (Arsenault) Bernard, and his siblings: Mae Gaudet (Joseph), Aubin (Doris), Fidéle, Eddie, Emile, Alphonse, and Henry. He was also predeceased by nephews Don Gaudet and Victor Gaudet.



Visitation will be Monday May 26 from 12:00pm - 2:30pm, at West Prince Funeral Home (522 Thompson Road).

The Funeral Service will also be held on Monday May 26, at 3:00pm,
at Immaculate Conception Church in Palmer Road.


Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the West Prince Funeral Home website (https://www.peifuneralcoops.com).

For those who wish, memorial contributions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada are appreciated.

Special thanks to the staff at Andrews Park West for the loving care they provided to Melvin.

Dad, you are our sunshine. You will be missed deeply and remembered always.

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Duquette, Ernest G May 13, 2025

Surrounded by the love of his daughter, grandchildren, and ex-wife, Junior Duquette, departed this world peacefully and full of love on May 13, 2025.

A Life Well-Lived
Junior lived his beautiful life on his terms without regret. With this said we would like to thank PCH doctors and nurses that granted him the last wish.
Junior was known for his unwavering commitment to woodworking and construction. He was meticulous in his workmanship on any project and jobs he had completed.

Family and Friends
Junior Duquette is cherished by his family and friends. He is survived by his loving daughter,Siera-Jeanne Duquette (Joey), Grandchildren David Morneau, Daeton Doucette, Sahar Duquette and Dalton Doucette. His Sister, Linda Duquette (Plante) and husband Yvon Plante and Brother Ronald Duquette.
He is predeceased by his parents Colombe Duquette and Ernest Duquette and brothers and sisters Michael Duquette , Lloyd Duquette , Teresa Duquette (Winger) , Margaret Duquette , Edgar Duquette ,Ivan Duquette , Roger Duquette Clifford Duquette Maurice Duquette Lynice Duquette Emmett Duquette Alice Duquette
(Kreautzwieser).

He will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends.

Legacy and Impact
Junior Duquette is known by family and closest friends for showing up in a crisis to fix what was needed. He was our hero. In the last year of his life, he finished a bathroom, incredibly designed fully working camper, created a deck and fixed a chimney. He was happiest when he was busy creating or solving problems.
His love for his grandchildren was to spend time with them. With trips to Tim Horton's his second home to show off his beautiful grandchildren with pride or going for ice cream or the trips to the ocean. He loved to teach them how to cook THE PROPER WAY or how to care for cast iron frying pans He really was an amazing cook.
Junior cherished his old school values, saving pieces of his past and often retold the stories that inspired these loving memories.

Celebration of Life
As we say goodbye to Junior, let us remember his remarkable journey and the love he shared
with us all. Junior's spirit will continue to guide and inspire us, reminding us to live life with
passion, dedication, and without regret.
Rest in peace, Junior Duquette. You will always be in our hearts.


No visitation or service by family request.

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