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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Myers, William Joseph "Billy" April 29, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William "Billy" Joseph Myers, age 75, at the O'Leary Hospital, PE, on April 29, 2025. Born on December 16, 1949, in Prince Edward Island, Billy lived a life grounded in faith, family, and service to his community.

Billy was no stranger to hard work. He spent much of his life fishing lobster and harvesting Irish moss along the shores he loved. He also worked in construction and served as the devoted caretaker of the Palmer Road Church.

Whether tending his woodlot or lending a hand to neighbours, Billy's strength and generosity never went unnoticed. He found joy in the simple things, company around the kitchen table, a quiet walk through the woods, and time spent with the people he loved.

He was predeceased by his parents, Alyre and Rita Myers; his sister, Karleen Doucette; his mother- and father-in-law, Edward and Delores Gallant; and his brother- and sister-in-law, Barry and Holly Gallant.

Billy leaves behind his beloved wife, Irene Myers (formerly Gallant), and his children: Troy Myers of Summerside, PE, and Melanie Cudmore (formerly Myers) and her husband Jamie Cudmore of Rice Point, PE. He was a proud and loving Grampie to his grandchildren, Karson and Brae Myers.

He is also survived by his sisters: Audrey (Mark) Ellsworth , Claudia (Jimmy) Arsenault, Mary (Donnie) Perry, and Nora (Clarence) Buote. Left to cherish his memory are his in-laws: Wilfred Gallant, Joseph Gallant, Edie & Neil LeClair, and Jerry Gallant.

“He loved his family fiercely, worked faithfully, and gave more than he ever asked for in return.”




Resting at the West Prince Funeral Home, 522 Thompson Rd, where visitation will take place Thursday May 1st from 7-9 pm.

Funeral will take place on Friday May 2nd at 3:30pm at Immaculate Conception Church , Palmer rd. Fr. Praveen is officiating.

Memorial donations can be made to Immaculate Conception Parish Building Fund.





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Pitre, Florence Ann "Nan" April 21, 2025

The death occurred at Prince County Hospital on April 21st, 2025 of Florence Ann "Nan" Pitre nee Doucette, of Tignish Shore, aged 77. Florence was the daughter of the late Leo and Loretta(Richard) Doucette.

Nan is survived by her loving husband Alvin Pitre and her children, Franklin (Betsy) Aubrey (Bobbi Jo) and Sue Ann (Matthew) Campbell.

Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Nathan Blanchard(Katie),Brodi Arsenault, Madison Pitre(Ricco), Chance Pitre, Carter Pitre(Payton), Cole Pitre(Bailey), Brooklyn Pitre and Aiden Campbell.

Nan will be sadly missed by her brother Wilbert (Theresa) Doucette, and sister Deborah Doucette Gaudet. As well as many nieces and nephews.

Nan was predeceased by her parents ,Leo and Loretta(Richard) Doucette,her daughter Thelma Pitre, and brothers and sisters Julia Bernard ,Gilbert Doucette, Wilbert Doucette, Hector Doucette, Thelma Doucette ,Jimmy Doucette and Aubrey Doucette.

In an era where women rarely worked on boats, her occupation as a fisher-woman is a source of great family pride.

Resting at West Prince Funeral Home, 522 Thompson rd.

Visitation will be Friday April 25th from 7-9pm.

Funeral to take place at St.Simon and St.Jude Church, Tignish on

Saturday April 26th at 3:00 pm.

Interment will take place at a later date.

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Gallant, Holly Mary April 14, 2025

The death occurred peacefully at her home in Tignish with her loving husband, Joe by her side of Holly Mary (née Perry) Gallant on Monday, April 14, 2025. Born at Western Hospital on September 28, 1960, she was the daughter of the late Irma (née Harper)and the late John W. Perry of Tignish.

A lifelong resident of Tignish, Holly and Joe raised five boys, of whom she was
incredibly proud: Joel (Laura) of Port Hill, Jarrett (Sarina) of Castlegar, BC, David(Jenna) of East Bideford, Dominic (Stacey) of Ellerslie, and Curran of Fort McMurray,AB. Holly was also blessed with ten grandchildren: Alexandra, William, Grace, Raya,Perry, Palmer, Taylor, Liam, Owen, and Lena.

Holly was a dear sister to the late Herbie (Lois), and Harley (Arlene), Hal (Brenda),Hilary, Heidi, and Harris. She was also a cherished sister-in-law to Irene (Billy) Myers,Wilfred Gallant, Edie (Neil) LeClair, Jerry Gallant, and the late Barry Gallant.

To Holly, family was everything. She remembered every birthday, every milestone, every little detail that made her loved ones feel special. Her five boys were her greatest pride and joy – no mother could have loved more fiercely or celebrated more fully. And Joe,her loving partner in life, stood by her through everything, living out their vows with quiet strength and unwavering love, right to the very end.

Holly never missed a chance to celebrate an accomplishment or to pull off a
goodhearted prank. In that way, she will never be forgotten as these same traits can be found in her siblings, her boys, and her beloved grandchildren. We will forever miss her infectious laugh and the way she balanced her tough-as-nails attitude with unwavering compassion.

In her younger years, Holly was a talented athlete, most notably hockey and softball.Her love of sports and fierce competition was passed to her sons and are now being nurtured in her grandchildren. Always eager to hear how every game went, where their games had taken them, and new skills learned.

Besides her parents, Holly was predeceased by her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Edward and Delores Gallant; her brother, Herbie; and her brother-in-law Barry Gallant.

She also leaves behind many cousins, nieces, and nephews who will deeply mourn her passing


Resting at the West Prince Funeral Home, Palmer Road on Sunday, April 20 with
visiting hours from 6-9 pm.

Funeral Service to be held at St Simon and St Jude Catholic Church, Tignish Monday,April 21, at 10:30 am.

Interment to be held at a later date.


The family extends deep gratitude to all those who supported Holly and Joe over the years – especially their dear friends, extended family, the community of Tignish, and the Parish of St Simon and St Jude.
A special thank you to the Tignish Fire Dept, RCMP,and Island EMS for their care during Holly’s time of need.

In memory of Holly, memorials can be made to the Parish of St Simon and St Jude,
Tignish.

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Gaudet, Joseph "Leo" April 4, 2025

The death occurred peacefully at the Palliative Care unit of Community Hospital ,O'Leary, on Friday April 4th, of Joseph "Leo" Gaudet, of Ebbsfleet, aged 81.

Leo was born to Alphie and Mae Gaudet on June 13,1943. He was the beloved common-law spouse of Shirley Boulet,and loving father to his 4 daughters, Paula(Kevin) Collicutt, Nancy, Kelly(Darren) Blanchard, Farrah(Scott Gavin) along with his two step children Daniel(Heidi Chaisson) and Denyse Boulet(Cory MacMillan.Leo will also be missed by Theresa, the mother of his girls.
Leo was predeceased by his parents Alphie and Mae(Dugay) Gaudet,siblings George, Dora,Rita and Pat.
Left to mourn along with his common-law spouse and his children are Henry(Phyllis) Gaudet,Stella(Phillip) Gallant,Bernadette(Gerard)Gallant, Alice(Edlow) Gallant, Peter(Susan) Gaudet, Theresa (Raymond Richard), Francis(Claudia) Gaudet, Ten grandchildren, thirteen Great Grandchildren, Two Great-Great-grandchildren, and his faithful dog, Moe.

Resting at West Prince Funeral Home ,
522 Thompson Rd.

Visiting hours are Sunday April 6,2025 from 7:00 to 9:00pm.

Funeral will be held Monday April 7th at 10:30 am at Immaculate Conception Church,Palmer Rd.
Fr. Praveen is officiating.

Memorial donations can be made to The Immaculate Conception Church Fund.

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Kinch, William Adrian March 29, 2025

The death occurred at his late residence in Christopher Cross, on Saturday, March 29, 2025, of William (Billy) Adrian Kinch, age 64 years. Loving husband to Raeann (nee Handrahan) Kinch. Born at Alberton on August 8, 1960, he was the son Freda (nee Hogan) and the late Adrian Kinch.

Cherished father to Liam of Charlottetown, Aydan (Brynne), Mairen and Declan of Christopher Cross. Dear brother to Blair (Eileen) Kinch, Verna (Kenneth) Richard, Bernice Kinch-Snow (Nelson Snow), and Stephanie Kinch (Mark Cullicutt) of St. Louis and sister-in-law Karen Kinch.
He is also survived by his mother and father-in-law, Leo and Lawreen Handrahan, and in-laws, John and Sharon Handrahan, Ian and Natalia Handrahan, Neil and Jacqueline Handrahan, Kearon and Allison Handrahan and Dane and Melissa Handrahan. And special Aunt Mary Kinch.

Predeceased by brother Kenny.

Funeral Tuesday afternoon at 4:30 at the St. Simon & St. Jude church in Tignish, Rev. Tim Broderick officiating.

Interment later in the Parish Cemetery.
In lieu of a wake, a reception will be held at the Heritage Inn after the funeral for friends and family to gather.

As an expression of sympathy, memorials to West Prince Caring Cupboard, or the Parish Cemetery Fund would be appreciated. No flowers please.

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McCarthy, Edward Joseph March 26, 2025

The death occurred at Community Hospital, O'Leary on Wednesday March 26, 2025 of Edward Joseph McCarthy of Campbellton, aged 78.

Edward was the son of the late Leo and Alice(Murphy) McCarthy.

Left to mourn is his wife, Dorothy(Robertson) McCarthy and their children, Krista, Alicia (Danny) and Mark(Kendra).

Lovingly remembered by Grandchildren, Maddy(Tyler), Brenna, Serena, Declan(Jasmyn), Keelan(Mary Fran), Logan and Alice, and Great Grandchildren, Sylas, Raya and Bowen.

Lovingly remembered by siblings, Sheryl(Ivan) Brenda, Lowell and Eric(Marie).
and In-laws Billy, Edie and Eileen(Alan)

Edward was predeceased by his parents Leo and Alice(Murphy) McCarthy,an infant daughter Sheryl Ann, sister Adele, niece Brenda, nephew Sheldon, Brothers in law George and Kevin and sisters-in-law Pat and Leona.

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

Visitation will be Friday March 28,2025. from 7:00-9:00 pm

Funeral will take place on Saturday March 29,2025 at 10:00am at St.Marks Church, Lot 7. Interment will take place at a later date.

Memorial donations can be made to Community Hospital Palliative Care Unit




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Arsenault, Norma Mary March 25, 2025

The death occurred on Tuesday March 25,2025 at Prince County Hospital, of Norma Mary Arsenault of Tignish and formerly of St.Edwards, aged 85.

Norma was the daughter of the late Joshua J. and Genevieve(DesRoches)Bernard and the wife of the late Adrian J,Arsenault.

Norma was dearly loved by her children, Jenny(Tommy) LeClair, Maureen(Carl) Gallant, and Merritta(Arthur) MacWilliams.

Sadly remembered by her grandchildren, Jonathan(Brandy), Marrissa(Reg), Joshua(Christine), Jessie(Gilles) Arsenault, Rebecca Rayburn, Ben(Danielle) LeClair, Brooke MacWilliams, and Emma LeClair.

She will be remembered by her Great-grandchildren, Molly, Alanna, Grace, Nina, Emma, Logan, Evelyn, Kai, Scarlett, Felix and Nate.

She will be sadly missed by her siblings, Clifford, Lucille, Madeline, Adrian, and Dianne as well as son-in-law Tom, daughters-in-law Linda,and Ellie, and sisters-in-law , Stella and Mary.

Norma was predeceased by her parents Joshua and Genevieve(Jane) Bernard, her Husband Adrian , a daughter Pauline, and sons Eddie and Kenneth. Also by siblings Eddie, Noreen and Wilbert, Ben and Edmond.

Norma was an avid Bingo fan, she also enjoyed doing her diamond art ,crocheting and jigsaw puzzles. She also worked at Royal Star Fisheries for 35 years, until her retirement .


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

Visitation will be Saturday March 29,2025 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.

Funeral will be held Monday March 31,2025 at 10:30 am.at Immaculate Conception Church, Palmer Rd. Interment to take place at a later date.


Donations in Norma's Memory can be made to the Immaculate Conception Church fund.


Norma's family would also like to say a huge thank you to the staff at Prince County Hospital ICU department for the wonderful treatment their mother received. The staff went above and beyond with their care and compassion.

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