DeMont Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service (Lohnes-DeMont)

04/28/2026

Our condolences to the family of the late Nancy A. Field.

Age 78, of Bedford, died peacefully on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Dykeland Lodge, Windsor, with her loving family by her side. Nancy was born on May 11, 1947, in Barrie and raised in Hillsdale, Ontario. She was a daughter of the late Newton and Bernice (Drennan) Train. Nancy spent 51 years buildin...

04/28/2026

National Day of Mourning

In Canada, April 28 is officially recognized as our National Day of Mourning. The flag on Parliament Hill flies at half-mast and the day witnesses numerous remembrance ceremonies.

This observance commemorates those who have lost their lives while at work or as a result of work. Professions such as peace officers, firemen, military personnel, mining workers and construction trades personnel, to mention a few, carry inherent risks.

Situations beyond the control of an individual can put them in harm’s way. Recent statistics indicate that in Canada, about 2.5 persons die every day as a result of work-related tragedies or illness. This equates to over 900 people dying in ‘the line of duty’ each year.

It has been 25 years since the passing of the Workers Mourning Day Act by parliament. Much has been done to create safer working conditions and continued efforts are needed. The impact of this loss extends much further than the individual themselves; it leaves lasting effects on their spouses, families, friends and coworkers as well.

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04/25/2026

Our condolences to the family of the late Judith Anne Scrimger.

It is with great sadness that Norman, Ian, Shengrong and Robbie Scrimger share the passing of their wife, mother and grandmother from pancreatic cancer. Judith died peacefully at home in Ashdale, Hants County, on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, after a short stay in Valley Regional Hospital in Kentville. B...

04/24/2026

Understand 5 surprising truths about grief and the misconceptions about dealing with the loss of a spouse. New research indicates that people deal with loss in different ways, from humor to emotional oscillation. Social Scientists have completed substantial research on grief within the past decade.

04/21/2026

Our condolences to the family of the late Paulette D. "Polly" Eldridge.

With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Paulette Diane “Polly” Eldridge, of Falmouth, at home, on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at the age of 79. She was born in Windsor on April 23, 1946 to the late Eva Pauline Caldwell (Chambers) and the late Irvin Eugene Shanks. Paulette lived in ...

04/21/2026

Our condolences to the family of the late R. Rodney Sanford.

Rodney passed away at 91 on Monday, April 20, 2026, at Windsor Elms Village in Falmouth. He was born in Windsor, on May 11, 1934, and was the son of Ralph Lockhart Sanford and Gladys (Canning) Sanford. Rodney lived in Nova Scotia with his parents and his sister Glenna (Slaunwhite) until he struck ou...

04/20/2026

Our condolences to the friends of the late Gerald S. Sanford.

Age 83, of New Minas, passed away March 21, 2026. Born in Centre Burlington, on October 7, 1942, he was the son of the late Stewart and Doris (Weir) Sanford. Arrangements for cremation have been entrusted to DeMont Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317). An i...

04/20/2026

Choices for Today’s Families

At DeMont Family Funeral Home, we are regularly asked, what are my choices? What are my options when deciding on which type of funeral service to have?

Times are changing and there are an increasing number of options for families, depending on factors such as religious affiliation and circumstances surrounding the death. Let’s talk about a couple of the main ways families are having a service for their loved one.

The traditional funeral, as its name implies is a funeral service which we are all well acquainted with, from our past. Historically, this was a 3-day service, two days of visitation or viewing followed by a service on day three and then interment at a cemetery. With this type of service, the deceased is placed in a casket which is present at all the phases of the service.

Present day modifications to a traditional funeral include: sometimes a family will opt to not have a full three-day funeral, abbreviating it to a two-day service. Sometimes a family will choose to have a graveside service. In this case, clergy will preside over the service with a graveside committal. Sometimes following a traditional funeral, disposition is changed from burial of a casket to cremation and placement of the cremated remains in an urn.

A second option for families is a memorial service. With this choice, an urn is present and the service is performed after cremation. A memorial service can unfold in the exact same manner as a traditional service, the only difference being an urn is present, rather than a casket. There can be visitation with the urn, a memorial funeral service and then interment of the urn at the cemetery.

With this choice, because the body of the deceased is not present at the service, often a portrait, a floral display and mementos are introduced, highlighting special moments and personal passions from the life of a beloved.

Talking with a funeral director about how these decisions affect a service is always recommended. Based on our experience we are able to advise what will and will not work well.

Whether a family chooses a traditional-type service where a casket is present or a memorial-type service with an urn present, a recent trend we are witnessing is more personalization. The ways we decide to pay tribute to a loved one is important and this adds meaning for all in attendance.

Jonathan DeMont
Managing Funeral Director

04/20/2026

Our condolences to the family of the late Barry M. Boyd.

It is with great sadness that the family announces the unexpected death of Barry, age 71, at home in Avonport, on Friday, April 17, 2026. Born in Windsor, he was a son of the late Eric and S. Margaret (Smith) Boyd. Barry was one of eight children and attended Windsor Regional High School and Hants R...

04/17/2026

Our condolences to the family of the late Dwight E. Caldwell

Age 76, of Windsor Forks, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 16, 2026 in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born on October 16, 1949 in Brooklyn, he was a son of the late Herman and Eva (Chambers) Caldwell and husband to Evelyn (Shaw) Caldwell. Dwight was a handyman and a jack of all trades a...

04/17/2026

Traditional and Creative Ways
To Remember a Loved One

Traditional ways to remember a dearly departed loved one include visiting them at a cemetery or sifting through old photo albums. These time-honoured practices bring comfort and remind us of how truly special they were in our lives.

Sometimes traditions need a facelift, a change that allows a shift to occur. It’s quite easy to make an occasion different. Next time you visit a cemetery, why not bring a friend, a coffee or a special memento? Maybe share a funny story about your beloved with your visiting companion. Have a small picnic. If alone, have a heart to heart with your dearly departed. Small insignificant changes add levity to occasions which otherwise may seem dutiful.

If seeking to honour or remember a loved one in an original or creative way the following are some suggestions.

• Create a lasting legacy for the world to see. Plant a memorial tree. Invite family and close friends to be part of this celebration.
• Do something online, why not create a memorial website in their honour? Adding photos, videos and other remembrances to a tribute website is a way to easily share the memory of a beloved with others.
• Start a tradition where loved ones gather and remember. Begin a group that meets on a special day (perhaps their birthday). Include food, music and storytelling.
• Use materials or crafts to design and build a truly meaningful personalized memento. Maybe it’s a unique photo collage. Maybe it’s building a custom frame which encases items which they used as part of their favourite activity. Maybe it’s a scrapbook that honours their life.
• Make a memorial garden. Include their favourite flowers and a photo of them.

Whether we choose to remember our departed loved ones through time honoured traditions or with creative expressions, these activities provide comfort and help in healing.

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04/15/2026

Our condolences to the family of the late Mary I. "Mitzi" Harvey

Age 68, of Mill Section, Hants Co., passed away peacefully, with family by her side on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born on March 29, 1958, she was a daughter of the late Milton and Helen “Honey” (MacDonald) O’Leary. Mary was a devoted wife, mother, grandmothe...