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Nora Gertrude Bezanson (Fleet) 93, formerly of Blandford and Shoreham Village, Chester passed away on Tuesday, January 27th, 2015, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater.

Born at Mill Cove, on September 7, 1921 she was the daughter of the late Janie (Young) and John Jennings.

She is survived by her son, Percy Fleet, daughter-in-law, Noreen Fleet, grandchildren Michael (Leann) Fleet and Krista Fleet (Willie), all of Dartmouth. Sheila (Bren) MacLeod, NFLD, Wanda (Jean) Arsenault, Ashton, Ontario and Ronald MacLeod. Saint John, NB, step-daughter, Ruby (Vern) Keddy, step-sons, Stanley (Mazie) Bezanson and Garnet (Patricia) Bezanson, all of Kentville, NS Sister, Beulah Harnish, Birchey Head, NS. Six great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Numerous nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her first husband, James Fleet (1975) and second husband Percy Bezanson (2008). Daughter Lorna MacLeod (2010) and son-in-law R.Douglas MacLeod (2005). Sisters, Wilma, Winnie, Helen. Brothers, Leaman, Lester, Percy, and Bernard.

No visitation. A service in remembrance and celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, February 7, at 11AM, in St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Blandford, Rev. Marion Lucas-Jefferies officiating. A reception will follow in the Community Centre. Burial will take place at a later date. Cremation has been entrusted to Ronald A Walker Funeral Home, Hubbard's.²

Ruby Charlotte (Bezanson) Keddy -- 86, of North Alton, passed away in the presence of her loved ones on Friday, May 9, 2025 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Aaldersville, Lunenburg County, she was the daughter of the late Percy and Flora (Costly) Bezanson.

Ruby worked for Blueberry Acres for many years as a field boss. She was a lifetime member of St. James Anglican Church and the Ladies Auxiliary. Selflessly, she helped out at any charity or community event. She loved to bake for her family and friends. If you stopped by the home it was impossible to leave without enjoying a delicious treat and a cup of tea. (She made the best molasses cookies and sweet dill pickles around.) Ruby enjoyed going to jam sessions, spending time in the vegetable and flower gardens, and feeding the birds; taking solace in the simple things in life. She loved to go to yard sales, trying to find a treasure or a pair of salt and pepper shakers to add to her very extensive collection. She enjoyed playing cards: Kings in the Corner, Auction Forty-Fives, and Cribbage. This became a nightly routine enjoyed by her and Vernon and anyone that happened to drop by.

She lived her life to its fullest, putting everyone before herself. Ruby was kind, generous, never judgmental and a devoted Christian. She lived life as the good Lord would have us do; according to the scriptures, which she read daily. Her faith in God and humanity was unshakable.

Ruby is survived by her husband, of 64 years, Vernon; daughter, Yvonne "Bonnie" Keddy (Paul Williams), Aaldersville; son, Eric (Kelly) Keddy, South Alton; brothers, Stanley Bezanson (Mazie Russell), Forest Home, and Garnet Bezanson, Shannox-Kentville; grandchildren, Krista and Michael Cook; step-grandchildren, Jonah Minard, Evan Williams and Spencer Williams; step-great-grandson, Liam Williams; as well as several extended family members and friends. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Russell Bezanson and sisters-in-law, Margaret Bezanson and Patsy Bezanson.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the kind staff of the ICU at Valley Regional Hosptial.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 18, 2025 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. The funeral service, with reception, will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 19, 2025 in St. James Anglican Church, Kentville. For those unable to attend, a video webcast will be available on Tuesday, May 20th. Interment will take place in St. James Anglican Cemetery, Aaldersville. Family flowers only, by request.¹

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Garnet Trueman Bezanson, aged 87, announce his peaceful passing on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, in Shannex – Orchard Court, Kentville.

Garnet born and raised in Aldersville, and was the son of the late Percy and Flora (Costley) Bezanson.

As a youngster, he attended school in Aldersville and enjoyed riding his bicycle. He was employed with Acadia University for over 25 years as a custodian; where he was highly regarded by faculty and students alike. Together with his late wife, Patsy, he enjoyed attending car shows, crib tournaments, bingo and music jams. Patsy was the love of his life and they spent all of their free time together during their 44 years of marriage. Garnet was a quiet man who was easy going and never wanted to complain. He had a love for animals, especially dogs. He was the proud recipient of the 1991 Best Drivers Award.

He will be deeply missed by his loving family, including his brother, Stanley (Mazie Russell); brother-in-law, Vernon Keddy, as well as nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Garnet was predeceased by his sister, Ruby Keddy, and his infant brother, Russell and sister-in-law, Margaret Rose.

A graveside service to honor Garnet’s life will be held on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, with Greg White officiating. Donations in memory may be made to St. James Anglican Church Cemetery, Aldersville, Kings – SPCA or charity of one’s choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.¹

Patricia Irene Bezanson

Age 68, of Kentville, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2019 in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Kentville, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Leotia (Legge) Best.

Patricia enjoyed knitting, crochet, sewing, crosswords, playing cards and bingo. She also liked quilting and made beautiful quilts.

She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Garnet; sister-in-law, Ruby (Vernon) Keddy; brother-in-law, Stanley Bezanson; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

There will be no visitation, by request. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 12th in Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, Rev. Quincy Collins officiating. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.¹