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W. Allen Funeral Home

Funeral and cremation service provider, proudly serving the families of Cumberland County, Nova Scot

02/24/2026

We take this opportunity to remember.

A year ago today, on Monday, February 24, 2024, Ruth Rushton, of Oxford, NS, passed away at Gables Lodge. The last 12 months have been demanding. You have handled your loss in the best way you could in order to survive. Take time to acknowledge the hard journey you’ve been on. Then look ahead to the new life you are creating for yourself. On this difficult anniversary, we at W. Allen Funeral Home, wish to extend our sympathies, and our hope for her family, as they move forward in their journey.

02/04/2026

Effective March 1, 2026

Due to changing rules in collecting Charitable Money, we are no longer able to accept cash or cheques for donations.

CRA Registered Charities may still be paid by CREDIT CARD only through the funeral home.

Thank you for your understanding.

02/02/2026

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of James Lee Stewart, 88, of Amherst and formerly of Oxford, NS on Sunday, February 1, 2026. Born in Streets Ridge, Victoria County, HS; Lee was a son of the late Alton and Nina (Dixon) Stewart.

Lee worked at construction and drove the snow plow for 23 years prior to his retirement. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed the outdoors.

Lee is survived by his two sons, Ray and Darryl, Oxford; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; a sister, Margaret (Wayne) Smith, Salt Springs, NS, as well as several nephews and nieces.

Besides his parents, Lee is predeceased his wife, Phyllis; his daughter, Faye; his son, Christopher; his granddaughter, Marilyn, and his grandson, Kevin, as well as his brother, Mactavish "Mac" Stewart.

Arrangements are under the care and guidance of W. Allen Funeral Home, 60 Water Street, Oxford, NS. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, February 5, 2026 from 1 pm until the time of the funeral at 2 pm. Pastor Scott Balser presiding. Interment will be held in the Thomson Station Cemetery in the Spring.

Donations may be made to the IWK or a charity of your choice.

Sharing of memories and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the online memorial at www.allenfuneralhome.ca or through the W. Allen Funeral Home page.

01/27/2026

We take this opportunity to remember.

A year ago today, on Monday, January 27, 2025, Daniel McDonald, of Folly Mountain, NS, passed away at the Colchester East Hants Care Centre, Truro. The last 12 months have been demanding. You have handled your loss in the best way you could in order to survive. Take time to acknowledge the hard journey you’ve been on. Then look ahead to the new life you are creating for yourself. On this difficult anniversary, we at W. Allen Funeral Home, wish to extend our sympathies, and our hope for his family, as they move forward in their journey.

01/16/2026

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Evans Brent Ferdinand, age 48, of Pugwash. Evans passed away at All Saints Hospital in Springhill, NS, on Thursday, January 15, 2026.

Born in Pugwash, NS, on April 8, 1977, he was a son of Bessie (Terry) Smith and the late Evans Ferdinand Sr.

Evans was an avid Star Trek fan who enjoyed computers and his job with Crossroads Cycles. He enjoyed spending time with family.

He will be sadly missed by mother, Bessie Smith and his step-father, Terry Smith; his son, Wendell MacGregor, and Wendell's mother, Julie MacGregor; his brothers, Edmond Ferdinand and Benjamin Goodspeed; his sister, Clarice Germond, as well as many close cousins, aunts and uncles. He will also be missed by his pets, Bud, Duke and Mickey, as well as his co-workers and employer.

Arrangements have been entrusted to W. Allen Funeral Home, 60 Water Street, Oxford, NS (902-447-2167). A celebration of Evans' life will be held Saturday, January 24, 2026 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm at the Oxford Fire Department, 115 Waverly Street, Oxford.

Donations in Evans' memory may be made to LA Animal Shelter or the Canadian Cancer Society

Sharing memories and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting Evans' online memorial at www.allenfuneralhome.ca or through the W. Allen Funeral Home page.

12/27/2025

We take this opportunity to remember.

A year ago today, on Friday, December 27, 2024, Reta MacLeod-Simpson, passed away at the Wallace Retirement Living Centre in Truro, NS. Getting through the first year is hard, and each of these first occasions you once shared may bring up the sadness of living without your loved one. On this difficult anniversary, we at W. Allen Funeral Home, wish to extend our sympathies, and our hope for her family, as they move forward in their journey.�

12/16/2025

We take this opportunity to remember.

A year ago today, on Monday, December 16, 2024, Eleanor Sutherland Fillmore passed away. The happiness experienced with Eleanor belongs to you forever. Hold on to those rich memories, and give thanks for the life of the person you’ve lost. On this difficult anniversary, we at W.Allen Funeral Home wish to extend our sympathies, and our hope for her family, as they move forward in their journey.

12/05/2025

We take this opportunity to remember.

A year ago today, on Thursday, December 5, 2024, Phyllis Stewart, of Oxford, NS, formerly from Montrose, Colchester County, passed away at Gables Lodge. Time does not erase the past, but it does provide the space to think about your loved one, heal from the loss, and find meaning. On this difficult anniversary, we at W. Allen Funeral Home, wish to extend our sympathies, and our hope for her family, as they move forward in their journey.

12/04/2025

These were very popular last year among our families, so we are offering them again this year.

Most everyone we have served since 2013 has been digitally fingerprinted.

Feel free to call or email for further information. Miranda is available to assist you with your order Monday to Friday, 9 to 4:30 pm.

Email at info@jonesfamilyfuneralcentre.ca or call 902-667-8777.

Deadline to order is December 15th to be here in time for Christmas.

11/18/2025

We take this opportunity to remember.

A year ago today, on Monday, November 18, 2024, Sigrid Wood, of Oxford, NS, passed away at East Cumberland Lodge. The happiness experienced with Sigrid belongs to you forever. Hold on to those rich memories, and give thanks for the life of the person you’ve lost. On this difficult anniversary, we at W.Allen Funeral Home wish to extend our sympathies, and our hope for her family, as they move forward in their journey.

11/11/2025

Today, the families of W. Allen Funeral Home are pausing to remember those who sacrificed everything so that we could be free. Don't forget about the local Remembrance Day Ceremonies today in your community.

Our offices will be closed today and will reopen tomorrow Wednesday, November 12th.

11/02/2025

We take this opportunity to remember.

A year ago today, on Saturday, November 2, 2024, Theresa Scott, of Sutherland Lake, NS, passed away at the Colchester East Hants Health Care Centre. Time does not erase the past, but it does provide the space to think about your loved one, heal from the loss, and find meaning. On this difficult anniversary, we at W. Allen Funeral Home, wish to extend our sympathies, and our hope for her family, as they move forward in their journey.

Address

60 Water Street
Oxford, NS
B0M1P0

Telephone

(902) 447-2167

Website

http://www.allenfuneralhome.ca/

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