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Edith "June" Boswell

1935 - 2019

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Steve Meredith posted a condolence

Saturday, January 4, 2020

Many small things.... I just wanted you to know that one more small thing your mother did is so greatly appreciated. When one of our members of the DARdpi community met your mother, she was encouraged to write a memoir of her days as a daughter of a DAR conductor, which is now online at our web site: http://dardpi.ca/wiki/index.php?title=I_Am_A_DAR_Conductor%27s_Daughter We at the http://DARdpi.ca and Facebook group DARDPI.ca are an internet community of railway fans dedicated to preserving the history of the DAR and the HSW railways that served western Nova Scotia.

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Dr. John LeBlanc posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

I first met June in 2012 when I became involved as a board member for the Nova Scotia Gambia Association. What a tireless and devoted servant she was! The NSGA would not have survived and thrived without her ongoing attention to keeping the business side going as well as her own fund-raising activities. I also see from her obituary that she was heavily involved in other areas of service to humanity. She was heavily involved in the NSGA annual dinner just this past April. It was a shock to me to learn just a few weeks later that she was quite ill. I will miss her great spirit and dogged determination. I would have loved to attend the funeral but could not cancel my clinical duties at short notice. My deep condolences to her family.

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Paul and Dawn Erickson posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

The June Boswell Family, Wcame to know June in the mid 1990s when we worked with her before, during, and after our visit to The Gambia, where Paul taught with the Nova Scotia Gambia Association (NSGA)/ Saint Mary's University Extension Programme. We found June to be an extraordinarily exuberant, charitable, and dedicated human being. We always looked forward to seeing her at NSGA events in Gambian attire! Those are happy memories. Our condolences to you on your loss of a life well-lived. Paul and Dawn Erickson

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David Williamson posted a condolence

Tuesday, May 28, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers are with you st this time. I worked with June both at "the West" and after retirement projects. She will be missed but know that she will live on in the hearts and minds of all of us who knew her. David & Shirley Williamson

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Monday, May 27, 2019

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Bonnie Moir posted a condolence

Friday, May 24, 2019

I was very sad to hear of June’s passing. In my absence at BUC’s office we were so blessed to have June so willingly volhnteer to fill in and to do so with such efficiency and kindness. June will be missed.

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Douglas Brown posted a condolence

Friday, May 24, 2019

Andrew,saw June,recently,at a concert,and we briefly spoke of her travels with my sister Elizabeth,to the Gambia,and so many other places,so it was a shock to hear this,she seemed in great spirits. Think she was Liz’s best friend. Doug

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Douglas Brown posted a condolence

Friday, May 24, 2019

Saw June only few weeks ago,and we had a great short chat about her travels and interests shared with my sister Elizabeth Brown..they did so much together,in the Gambia and elswhere, She brought back memories of the old days… Doug Brown

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Ken Giffin posted a condolence

Friday, May 24, 2019

Andrew: Deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother. She was a very accomplished lady& contributed greatly to her community. Ken Giffin

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francene cosman posted a condolence

Thursday, May 23, 2019

Dear Andrew and Traci, please accept my sympathy upon hearing of June’s death. There is an absent place at the Scott Manor House as we all adjust to the fact that she will not be present to share the many things she always has. June was dedicated to her special causes. To describe her would take many words, so here are a few: dedicated, super intelligent, loved a challenge, generated ideas, creative, artistic, loved history, and always helped. She was loved and respected and will be sorely missed. Please take comfort from the many people who will tell you they loved her and will miss her, Blessings, Francene Cosman

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Alex Watters posted a condolence

Thursday, May 23, 2019

We, Ashley, Gibbs and I will miss our evening chats with June. The topics we covered many and varied. June had a real soft spot for Ashley who forever will try and head up her driveway to say hi. She was a grand lady and you guys were lucky to have her as your mentor and mum.

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Margaret-Anne Bennett posted a condolence

Thursday, May 23, 2019

Andrew and Traci. I was shocked to hear of your mother’s passing. I was delighted to see her just a month ago at the NSGA luncheon at Dalhousie as she worked the registration desk, made a lovely speech thanking the students of Halifax West High School for their contributions to the NSGA, and then finished by working the auction table. We had time for a quick hug and a greeting. Somewhat ironically (but not surprisingly) my mail yesterday contained a hand written envelope and an income tax receipt, signed June Boswell!! As a former Chair of the Board of the NSGA, June and I worked closely together for many years. She was a remarkable woman. I admired her strength and her wisdom (and her capacity for work!!!!). My condolences to you and your families in the loss of a mother and friend. I am unfortunately away on May 28th and will miss the Celebration of Life! You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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Al Davis posted a condolence

Thursday, May 23, 2019

Andrew and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. After reading the obituary, I thought, your Mother set an outstanding example of service, caring and leadership for all women and men. May your fond memories sustain you in this time of sorrow.

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Jen Power posted a condolence

Thursday, May 23, 2019

Heartfelt condolences from Camp Kidston’s Board of Directors. Your Mom quietly and compassionately donated to our program every year. Her generosity will not be forgotten.

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Terri (Hancock) Lund posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

I’m so sorry to hear of Mrs Boswell’s passing and would like to send Condolences to her family. I was a very troubled and struggling student coming from a very violent home and attending Halifax West. I was blessed to have Mrs Boswell pull me aside and and in her very caring way she helped me to see my self worth. It’s hard to fully express all she did for me but her kind words stayed with me and help me still, she helped me turn my life around. I remember her with gratitude and fondness. Thank you Mrs Boswell ❤️

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Lisa Duffy posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

So very sorry for your loss. Your mother was a great inspiration to me in the years I was at Halifax West High School as a student. Her door was always open for a chat. She will be greatly missed by many.

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Nuru sey posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

My heartfelt condolences to June’s family and friends. The people of the Gambia who know you remain grateful to you. May your beautiful soul rest in eternal peace.

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Rosemary Gray posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

Our thoughts and sincere condolences are with you all. Andrew we didn’t have the pleasure of meeting your Mom but after reading her obituary we are inspired by her life’s journey and how she made a difference each and everyday in people’s lives. She without a doubt is leaving quite a legacy behind and her light and joy will always shine brightly in remembrance of her. May you all find comfort in the beautiful memories during this very difficult time. Rosemary and Gene Gray

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Angela Merrett posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

We the family of Myrtle (Strong) Merrett, send our sincere condolences to the family of the late June, may she rest in peace

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Phil Currie posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

Sincere condolences to Andrew and his family members so sorry for your loss from a relatively new BBYC member My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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Natalie posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

How very sorry I was to come upon this sad news today. Andrew, Kim and family, my sincere condolences, I only met Mrs Boswell briefly once, and this beautiful tribute to her accomplishments and life demonstrates how much of a caring and compassionate woman she was. Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time. Natalie and family.

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Graham Collins posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

June was a great friend to my family, and it was typical of Halifax to see the paths cross as she worked with my father-in-law on his teaching excursion to Gambia. Always positive and full of enthusiasm, she will be missed by many!

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Louise Redden posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

We were so so sorry to hear about your moms passing. We hope that the love of family and friends will comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead.

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Janice MacKintosh posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

So sorry to hear of June’s passing. She gave so much of her time to others with an open heart and love. I always enjoyed her monthly visit to see me for her hair appointment. I learned so much from our many chats over the last 35 plus years. My clients are like family to me…she will be missed…..

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Heather Leslie posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

I still have such fond memories of her kindness and wisdom as a guidance counsellor at Halifax West High School more than 40 years ago. My condolences to her family. May she live on in the hearts of all whose lives she touched over the years. #ManySmallThings

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Elaine Finlay posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

June brought light and joy to every place she went. She touched so many people here and in The Gambia. I think everyone was her child in some way and she cared for and encouraged us all to take the extra step into the unknown. Our thoughts are with all the family. Elaine, Trish and Jen Finlay

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Janet Lugar Miller posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

Such an incredibly vibrant individual! Became more acquainted with her through the NS Gambia Assoc chatting about our experiences in The Gambia. June, to me, was a force to.be reckoned with! So passionate in all she did. My thoughts are with you all as i know she will be watching over you. ..Janet Lugar

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Lisa Lowthers (nee Taylor) posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

June was a strong woman, and she was always kind to me. I especially remember meals she prepared for me at her home while I attended MSVU to earn my degree. She also reached out when I was going through my divorce with thoughtful words of support. We were 2 of the 3 people who stood to verbally oppose the closing of the funeral coop, asking for a logical process that would benefit more, rather than a “one day only” offer that benefited few. It does my heart good to think of her, my Dad, Gram and Grampie reuniting after so many years apart. God Bless, Lisa

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Cherry Wood posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

So very sorry to hear the news. Richard and I send our condolences and are thinking about all the family at this time. June was a wonderful lady and will be missed.

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