W. Allen Funeral Home

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.

10/08/2025

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Isee Beryl Lloy, 88 years, of Oxford on Saturday, October 4, 2025 in Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre, Amherst, NS.

Born in Westchester, NS, she was a daughter of the late Bradford and Anna (Dykens) Higgins.Isee worked as a cook in the woods for many years. While working in the woods she met her husband and they were soon married. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She later worked as an Avon Rep and sold product all around the county.

She was well known as a Child Care Provider, looking after over three hundred children in her years, known as Nanny to many. She was an avid knitter and many people benefited from her great talent. She loved to cook and provide treats for the many children. Isee had a wide circle of friends,and she loved connecting with them in person, or on the phone. She had a very strong faith, and always reminded people to "Have Faith and follow God's will".

She will be deeply missed by her son George (Mary), Stewiacke, NS; daughters Ruth Lloy who cared for her at home for many years, and Dawn (Murray) Thompson, Oxford; several grandchildren and great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband Hance; grandchildren Bradford, Nathaniel, Edwin and Nicholas; sisters Nina Matheson, Margaret Smith, Harriett Thompson; brothers Wallace "Bert", Jerry, and Elmer.

Arrangements have been entrusted to W. Allen Funeral Home, 60 Water Street, Oxford, NS (902-447-2167). A Celebration of Life will be held at the Westchester Fire Department on November 15 from 1 until 3 pm, all are invited to attend.

Donations in Isee's memory may be made to the charity of your choice.

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

09/30/2025

09/12/2025

We take this opportunity to remember.

A year ago today, on Thursday, September 12, 2024, Harriett Thompson, of Hansford, NS, passed away at the All Saints Hospital. The happiness experienced with Harriett 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.

09/09/2025

It is with saddened hearts we announce the passing of our Mom, Julia Ann Allen, age 82, of Oxford on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at home with family by her side.

Born in Malagash, NS, she was a daughter of the late Myron and Delilah "Lila" (Rudolph) Langille.

Mom was first and foremost a wife and mother. There was nothing she wouldn't do for her family and always put them first. She was a worker beyond measure, raising her family, helping her husband, Winston run the funeral home as well as having a full time teaching career at Oxford Regional High School. She was an incredible cook and enjoyed preparing and sampling all types of foods. We will never again enjoy a turkey dinner or chocolate chip cookie that tastes that good.

She will be dearly missed by daughters Myrna Allen of Truro, NS, Lisa (Perry) Wilson of Amherst, NS; son Leonard Allen of Oxford, NS; granddaughter Jay (Trevor) Grant of Pictou, NS; brother Carson (Gladys) Langille of Moncton, NB; sisters Myrna (Bert) MacEachern of Moncton, NB and Joyce (Allan) Fillmore of Springhill, NS; sister in law Peggy Langille of Tatamagouche, former daughter in law Danielle Allen of Wentworth, NS; as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her parents as well as her husband D. Winston Allen; brothers Locke (Dale) Langille of Winnipeg, MB. Frederick Langille of Halifax, NS, and Ronald (Thelma) Langille of Pugwash, NS.

The family would like to thank the wonderful staff with the VON and Palliative Care Team.

Arrangements have been entrusted to W. Allen Funeral Home, 60 Water Street, Oxford, NS (902-447-2167) where visitation will take place on Thursday September 11, 2025 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Her funeral service will take place on Friday September 12, 2025 at 2 pm at W. Allen Funeral Home, Oxford, NS. Burial to follow immediately in the Pine Grove Cemetery, Oxford, NS.

Donations in her memory may be made to Oxford Pine Grove Cemetery or The Oxford Volunteer Fire Department

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