Daley Family Funeral Home

04/20/2026

Grieving the Death of a Spouse...The loss of a spouse is devastating and requires one of the biggest life adjustments you’ll ever have to make.

04/16/2026

Lost for Words

Many of us fumble for words, sometimes even in normal day to day situations. So it’s no surprise that we feel awkward when meeting and expressing condolences at a wake or funeral service. It’s important to remember that just being present to support the family is, in itself, a kind gesture and will be remembered. You’ve taken the time to show them you care about them and their loss.

Take a moment to think about what you’re going to say in advance. Some ideas follow.

Standard expressions of condolence include:
• I am sorry for your loss.
• My sincere or deepest sympathies.
• My condolences.
• They will be dearly missed.
• I am here for you. If there’s anything I can do to help. Please call.
• You are in my thoughts and prayers.

If you want to say more:
• I wish I had the right words. Know that I care.
• They brought so much joy to others. They will be fondly remembered.
• May the memories you’ve shared bring you comfort and peace.
• Share a special virtue they possessed and tell a story about it.
• Share a personal experience you had with them and something they taught you about life.
• Share something special about them that has benefited others.

Always use kind words. Say the name of the deceased. Remember that expressions of sympathy are to comfort. Avoid sayings such as they are in a better place. Being sincere and present in the moment is especially important at times such as these.

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04/16/2026

BOSCH WILHELMINA It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of W***y Bosch on Saturday April 11, 2026 surrounded by family at the age of 89. Cherished mother of Helen Tim Parsons, Patricia Garry Poirier, Lisa and the late Brenda Tom Scrivens. Proud and loving Oma of Sean,

04/12/2026

Halifax Cemeteries Were Chosen as the Final Resting Place for Many of Those Who Perished in the Titanic Disaster

On April 14, 1912, RMS Titanic sank, taking 1,496 souls into the frigid waters of the Atlantic Ocean. In the days that followed, Canadian ships were dispatched to search for survivors and recover the dead.

Many of the bodies were identified, and were subsequently embalmed and sent to cemeteries that were proximate to surviving family members. Those who were not identified or claimed were buried in one of three Halifax cemeteries: Fairview Lawn (121 graves), Mount Olivet (19 graves) and Baron de Hirsch (10 graves).

The Titanic Society of Atlantic Canada, with a focus on Canadian research and history preservation group, is known for its extensive investigation into the sinking of Titanic and historical details surrounding this event.

White Star Line, owner of RMS Titanic, purchased burial plots at these three cemeteries and commissioned the carving of headstones at Fairview Lawn Cemetery. These memorials were arranged in the shape of a ship’s hull, a symbolic gesture to being lost at sea. A New Brunswick granite quarry manufactured smaller black gabbro headstones for passengers, while White Star provided larger markers for some crew members. Funds were also placed into a perpetual care fund for upkeep of the graves within each of the cemeteries.

Each grave has an individual marker engraved with the name of the deceased (if known), the date Titanic sank and the number the individual was assigned at recovery.

Deanna Ryan-Meister, president of the society, explains that a cataloguing system was created to record each and every body recovered. “Each body was assigned a number and all their possessions were put into a canvas bag bearing the same number, so everything stayed together. That number was also transcribed on their headstone.”

One notable grave belongs to the “Unknown Child” – or body #4 – a young toddler recovered from the water by crewmen of the CS Mackay-Bennett. The sailors paid for his coffin, a copper pendant that read “Our Babe,” a proper funeral and a large headstone. The toddler was later identified as Sidney Leslie Goodwin in 2008. His entire family had perished in the sinking.

More than a century later, the Titanic tragedy remains a part of Halifax’s past, present and future, with people visiting these cemeteries from around the world. Special events organized by the Titanic Society of Atlantic Canada include an annual lantern lighting ceremony in Fairview Lawn Cemetery on the evening of April 14 in honour of the lives lost that fateful night.

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04/09/2026

04/08/2026

CHAPUT, MARLENE ETHYL ANNE Goldberg Peacefully on Easter Sunday April 5, 2026 with her family by her side, Marlene Chaput at the age of 81. Loving wife for 60 years of Clarence Chaput. Cherished mother of Laurie, Karen John Gadabushie, Chris late Lori and Jocelyne Ted Plunkett. Adored by her

04/05/2026

Easter Wishes

Easter is said to symbolize joy, celebration and new life. As we gather with our families and friends and enjoy Easter traditions, may we take time to reflect on love, a love which completes our lives.

To members of our community who are of Christian faith we extend sincere wishes to you as you celebrate the Christ Resurrection.

04/02/2026

Hashtag

Social media platform twitter.com which is synonymous with hashtags, has a community who remembers. is a global space where individuals can remember people who were close to them.

Sometimes hashtags are personal, an individual remembering their family member or good friend; sometimes posts are about celebrities, those who have left a mark on society or inspired us.

Check it out: https://twitter.com/hashtag/remembering. We found posts on musicians, entertainers, astronauts, and on a more personal note, many chose to leave a remembrance note about people who were near or dear to them. They chose special dates for their posts, anniversaries of birthdays or the date of death.

Social media, providing a space to connect and share… and remember.

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03/30/2026

Planning in Advance
What are some options?

With funeral services, there are many choices for today’s families.

Present options include but are not limited to:
1. A service with a casket as part of a religious or secular ceremony.
2. A memorial service with an urn.
3. A graveside service with either a casket or an urn.
4. Basic cremation.

Providing well-wishers the ability to pay respects and bid farewells, in person, has always been a key objective for many of the families we serve. Mourning the loss of a beloved with the support of the community creates opportunities to share memories and moments to provide or receive comfort.

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03/27/2026

Pamela Suzan MAXWELL SMITH, B.Sc., R.N. Peacefully at The Ottawa Hospital on Tuesday March 24, 2026 Pamela Maxwell at age 63 from cancer and related challenges. Loving wife of 38 years to John D. Maxwell. Devoted mother of Heather Mitchell, Michael, and Jennifer Victor. Proud grandmother of Lucas. D...

03/27/2026

Do you know what you want when you die? Do you know how you want to be remembered? In a candid, heartfelt talk about a subject most of us would rather not discuss, Michelle Knox asks each of us to reflect on our core values around death and share them with our loved ones, so they can make informed d...

03/25/2026

LOWE, JONATHAN Suddenly on Sunday March 15, 2026 Jonathan Lowe of Bearbrook at the age of 44. Loving son of the late Terry and Fran Lowe. Brother to Julie and Mark Shelby. Always remembered by Doreen and Hank Bakker and the Lowe, McDonald and Bakker families. A private inurnment will