Obituary of Mildred Ruth Chatterton

It is with great sadness that the family of Mildred Chatterton, longtime resident of Bains Corner and beloved wife of the late Theodore Chatterton announces her passing, which occurred peacefully on Thursday, November 20, 2014, at Embassy Hall - Shannex, Quispamsis. Born in Bains Corner on March 27, 1918, she was the daughter of the late Neil and Isabell (Porter) Smith. Prior to her retirement, Mildred was employed at the Saint John General Hospital as a nurse’s aid. She particularly enjoyed the last 20 years of her career working in the hospital nursery. After retirement, Mildred volunteered countless hours at St. Joseph’s Hospital. She took great comfort in her faith and was a lifelong member of Bains Corner United Church and UCW. Mildred was a member of St. Martins Seniors Club and a former member of Simonds Seniors Lions Club. She was a gracious hostess and was well known for her baked goods. Most of all, Mildred treasured the times spent with her precious family and will always be remembered as a loving and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Mildred is survived by her children, Calvin Chatterton (Myrna) and Pat Barsalou (Bob) all of Bains Corner; six grandchildren, Cheryl, Thomas, Jeffrey, Darren, Chantale and Kyle; seven great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son, Ralph; daughter-in-law, Judy; sister, Marjorie Benjamin and brother, Clive. Resting at Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424) with visiting on Saturday, November 22 and Sunday, November 23 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. The funeral service will be held from Bains Corner United Church on Monday, November 24, 2014, at 2:00 PM. Interment will take place in Browns Cemetery. For those who wish, remembrances may be made to Bains Corner United Church or to a charity of the donor’s choice.