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Tim & Ruby Johnstone posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Our deepest sympathy, wishing you peace and comfort in these difficult days.
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Andrew Morrison posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
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Reading 3: Andrew Morrison
“A Life Well Walked”
They walked their days with steady grace,
Not loudly, not to be seen—
But faith was written in every choice,
In all the in-between.
Kindness shaped the work of their hands,
Patience guided their way,
Love was shown in simple deeds
Returned again each day.
They trusted God in ordinary hours,
In labor, rest, and prayer,
Believing goodness mattered most
In how we choose to care.
Now faith has led them gently home
Beyond our tearful sight,
Where love is whole, and mercy reigns,
And work is finished right.
We carry forward what they gave—
Their gentleness, their light—
A life that showed us how to live
By walking in what’s right.
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Alison Sanford posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
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Reading 2: Alison Sanford
Your Spirit
By Tram-Tiara T. Von Reichenbach
I know that no matter what
You will always be with me.
When life separates us
I’ll know it is only your soul
Saying goodbye to your body
But your spirit will be with me always.
When I see a bird chirping on a nearby branch
I will know it is you singing to me.
When a butterfly brushes gently by me so care freely
I will know it is you assuring me you are free.
When the gentle fragrance of a flower catches my attention
I will know it is you reminding me
To appreciate the simple things in life.
When the sun shining through my window awakens me
I will feel the warmth of your love.
When I hear the rain pitter patter against my window sill
I will hear your words of wisdom
And will remember what you taught me so well
That without rain trees cannot grow
Without rain flowers cannot bloom
Without life’s challenges I cannot grow strong.
When I look out to the sea
I will think of your endless love for your family.
When I think of mountains, their majesty and magnificence
I will think of your courage.
No matter where I am
Your spirit will be beside me
For I know that no matter what
You will always be with me.
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Brandon O'Leary posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
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Reading 1: Brandon O’Leary
Today we gather to remember my grandad.
Grandad was a quiet man. He wasn’t one for long conversations or big speeches.
Grandad was a planner and a builder. He built houses, furniture, and a life rooted in care, pride, and steady hands. He believed in doing things right, taking your time, and standing behind the work you put into the world. Those weren’t just carpentry lessons, they were life lessons.
Some of my favorite memories with him are simple ones. I remember loading firewood from the shed and stacking it in the basement for the winter. There were no long talks, no need to explain anything. We just worked side by side strategically placing each log to maximize space. That was Grandad’s way, showing up, helping, being there.
He helped me build wooden race cars for Scouts, always patient, always steady. He didn’t say much, but you always knew he was proud. And you always knew he cared.
Grandad loved everything Grammy cooked and baked . He always called her “Mom,” and she always called him “Dad.” After 67 years together, those names said everything about the respect, love, and partnership they shared.
In many ways, Grandad and I were a lot alike I even have his feet .. Neither of us are big talkers.. We didn’t need deep conversations to understand each other. The understanding was already there ,in the work, in the quiet moments, in the time spent together.
As written in his obituary Grandad’s life was built with skill, shaped with care, and finished with love.
And his legacy lives on , not just in the things he made, but in the people he shaped and the values he passed down.
Thank you, Grandad, for everything you built, and for everything that you were.
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Gordon Dan and Brandon purchased flowers
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
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Gordon Dan and Brandon
purchased the Greater Glory Basket and planted a memorial tree for the family of Donald Sanford.
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Gordon Dan and Brandon planted a tree in memory of Donald Sanford
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
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Melissa Sheehy-Richard posted a condolence
Monday, February 9, 2026
My heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories you shared and in the care of those around you.
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Monday, February 9, 2026
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Love Paulette and John purchased flowers
Saturday, February 7, 2026
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Love Paulette and John
purchased the White Designer's Choice and planted a memorial tree for the family of Donald Sanford.
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Love Paulette and John planted a tree in memory of Donald Sanford
Saturday, February 7, 2026
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xo Daniela Bassan purchased flowers
Friday, February 6, 2026
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Dear Kim and family: Sending you deepest sympathies for your loss. May your fondest memories be a blessing.
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Karen and Dave McKay posted a condolence
Friday, February 6, 2026
Our deepest condolences to the family on the passing of Donald. May his memories bring comfort and joy. With sympathies, Karen and David McKay
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Dewar & Helen Lindsay posted a condolence
Friday, February 6, 2026
Bessie and all of Don’s family.
Please accept our sincere sympathy in the passing of Don. I cannot stopping thinking of all the good things Don has done in his life. I remember all the help he gave me at Swinamer’s over the years and also the devotion he helped us with the Windsor Forks Cemetery and of course, St. Michael’s Church. He was always a sincere and good person, all the time I’ve known him and of course the devotion Bessie and Don always did to make a persons life a lot better.
“Rest in Peace, Don”
So,So, So sorry to you Bessie!
Dewar & Helen
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Love from Matt, Sophia, Andrew, and Olivia purchased flowers
Thursday, February 5, 2026
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Love from Matt, Sophia, Andrew, and Olivia
purchased the Eternal Friendship Remembrance Bouquet and planted a memorial tree for the family of Donald Sanford.
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We remember Don, with love, as a model of gentleness and steadiness, and for having considered us family from day one.
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Love from Matt, Sophia, Andrew, and Olivia planted a tree in memory of Donald Sanford
Thursday, February 5, 2026
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We remember Don, with love, as a model of gentleness and steadiness, and for having considered us family from day one.
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Connie Shay posted a condolence
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Dear Bessie & family,
Saddened to learn of Donnie's passing. As well as my Cousin's husband, Donnie for many years was a choir colleaque in the Hants Community Choir. There was many a fun concert and members enjoyed more than one field trip! A quiet gentle man, I'm so sorry for your loss.
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Rachel Liem-Smith posted a condolence
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Our condolences to the Sanford family. It was a pleasure to get to know him, and I can see his thoughtful and caring nature shine through Darlene, who were so grateful to have in our lives. Sending love from Rachel, Taylor, and Stellan Liem-Smith.
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Grant, Fran and Family posted a condolence
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Bessie and Kim: We were so sorry to read of Donnie's passing. Our best thoughts of him go back to our 4H days when he was so helpful and kind especially with Robin and his woodworking. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
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Suzanne Su posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
When I study in Canada, I had an opportunity to stay with Darlene’s parents for a few days. Uncle and aunty were very nice to me. Uncle is a soft spoken person, gentle and loving, made me feel warm n homely. His passing on is a great loss to his family and friends but his legacy will stay on. It is my honor to know him and his family. Our heartfelt condolences. Goodbye uncle till we meet again in Heaven.
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Dowell and Shirley Sanford posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Was sadden to read of Donnie’s passing.
Don was great neighbour .
Our prayers are with you.
Dowell and Shirley.
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Wendy posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Sending sympathy to Donnie's family in memory of a wonderful and kind man.
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Gordon Granchelli posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
My condolences to the family .They might not remember me but I am sure Bessie does when I was the Anglican Priest in the are from 1967-71. Donnie was Warden for the Anglican Church in E Windsor Forks and did a great deal of carpentry at the Rectory . He was one of the best in his trade and a fine individual.
Gordon Granchelli
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Jennifer Daniels posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Bessie, Darlene, Paul and Kim, sending my sincerest thoughts to you all at this very difficult time.
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Crystal Lunn/Wayne Dimock posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
So sorry for your loss, condolences to the family
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John and Sherry Swinamer posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
I was pleased to work with Donnie for more than 30 years. He was honest and true and he was a tremendous asset to our firm. His work graces many family homes and churches in Hants County.
Sherry and I are extremely proud to have enjoyed many of his creations over the years.
We knew him personally, as a valued member of our staff, and as respected member of his community.
He will me missed and remembered by many.
John and Sherry Swinamer
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Ches & Ruth Roberts posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Our condolences to the Sanford family.
Donnie was a quiet, but very significant presence in our lives at Swinamer Supplies, from the early days, when his skills contributed so much to our new home, and through the many years as his unruffled, talented, and confident attention to the needs of our customers served us so well in our business lives. Thank you, Donnie.
He was, indeed, a role model as a meticulous craftsman, fellow worker, and a true gentleman.
Ches & Ruth Roberts.
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Roland and Valerie Newcomb posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
We remember with fondness the many fun times we had with Don and Bessie in the Dice Hill Square Dancing Club. We all made lasting friendships there.
Please extend our deepest condolences to all the family.
Rollie and Valerie
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Elizabeth Skelhorn posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
My sincere condolences to Donnie's family. A quiet and kind person who gave to many in his community.
As one of the 10 members who worked to establish the Windsor Forks Community Cemetery Society in 1965, he served many years as President with care to details to ensure Lots and monuments were placed to the standards set.
It is a blessing that Donnie could be with Bessie in his last year.
Thinking of Donnie's family and remembering
Elizabeth ( DeVenney) Skelhorn
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Marshall Benedict posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Dear Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Marshall Benedict, Melody, Derek and Andrew Hull
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Russell Huntley posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Donnie will be surely missed.in the community if Windsor Forks. A really nice man. My sincerest condolences to Donnie's family. He will be surely missed.
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Ricky and Elaine Sanford posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families cherish the memories
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Patricia Ann Ripley posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
So sorry to hear of Donnie’s passing sending love to all
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Andy Wentzell posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
So sorry to hear of Donnie’s passing. I had the privilege to work with Donnie at R & J Swinamers for a number of years. He was a very kind man. Rest easy Donnie❤️
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Bernie and Mary Rafuse posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Bessie, Darlene Kim Paul and families, sorry to hear of Donnie’s passing.He was a very nice man, well known in the community.Sending our sincere condolences at this sad time.
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Raymond , Dona, and family posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
So sorry to hear about Donnie's passing, he was a great brother in law. If you wanted to know anything about carpentry you just had to ask Donnie. If there was something you couldn't remember from years passed, ask Donnie he always remender. Our thoughts and prayers go to all of you at this time.
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Ruth Angevine posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Darlene and Paul So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was always so friendly and liked to talk when I was either picking darlene up to go off on our adventures and later when I enjoyed.our visits prayers for the family
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Bob and Mary Spares posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Our sincere condolences to sister Bessie and family.We enjoyed our many special family gatherings. Donnie had many special talents and will be greatly missed.Donnie was a great husband and father.Always very supportive of everyone, a thoughtful and caring person and will be missed.
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Susan Aylward posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
My deepest sympathies to all the family. He was a devote family man and faithful member of St Michael's Church. His skill as a carpenter can be seen throughout the Church and the community .
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Marilyn, Greg & Ann, Mike & Lauren , Grant & Jane & Famiy purchased flowers
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
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Marilyn, Greg & Ann, Mike & Lauren , Grant & Jane & Famiy
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Bessie Darlene Paul Kim and Family Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead loving memories to forever hold in your hearts
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Steve and Trudy Sheehy posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Kim, I’m so sorry to read of your dad‘s passing. May you hold your memories of him close in your heart. Our thoughts are with you. Hugs.
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Mary Smeltzer posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Sending our sincere condolences to Kim and her family.
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Leslie Smith posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
My thoughts are with you Bessie, Darlene, Paul, Kim, and families. Your father seemed such a gentle and honest man. Remember all the fun times you enjoyed together, and hold them in your heart.
Leslie Smith
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Nancy Bailey posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Thinking of you all during this difficult time.❤️
Nancy Darryl Eric and Madison
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Joyce Sanford Rogers posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Donnie was a very special man who helped the community and individuals. Love and condolences to his family.
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Sabrina Wile posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
I'm sorry to hear the passing of Don my condolences to the family. He was a man of many stories I'm glad I got the chance to cross paths with him and beastie.
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Monday, February 2, 2026
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