Obituary of Verna Lewis

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Verna I. Lewis announces her passing on Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at Orchard View Long Term Care Home in Gagetown, NB. Born in Coles Island, NB, she was the daughter of the late Rutherford and Agnes (Hargreaves) Bustard. Verna is survived by her daughters Joyce Robinson (George) of Cambridge Narrows, and Pauline Ferris (Carl) of Fredericton; granddaughters April Robinson of Cambridge Narrows, and Melissa Ferris of Fredericton; a brother Ronald Bustard (Leona) of Chipman, sisters Marie Cole of Sussex, and Erma Hargreaves of Ontario; sister-in-law Edris Bustard of Sussex; several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Verna was predeceased by her husband Arthur Lewis, brothers Walter and Murray Bustard and a sister Ethel McNaught. Following her marriage to Arthur, they worked the family farm in Whites Cove. Verna enjoyed sewing and for many years was a vendor at the Jemseg Farmers Market with her quilts and crafts. She was also a dedicated exhibitor at the Queens County Fair. Her special place to relax was the cottage on Grand Lake. Verna’s pastimes included jigsaw puzzles, tending local jam sessions and bargain hunting at yard sales. For those attending the service feel free to join the family in wearing purple, Verna’s favorite colour. Visitation will take place at the Oromocto Funeral Home on Sunday, April 7, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will be held in the Oromocto Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, April 8, 2019 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Sara Palmater officiating. Donations in Verna’s memory can be made to Canadian Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program (HELP), Orchard View Foundation or to the Jemseg Cemetery.