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3 trees were planted in memory of Pauline (Hicks) Harborne
Saturday, March 13, 2021
3 trees were planted in memory of
Pauline (Hicks) Harborne
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MJane Rolfe posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
I knew Mrs. Harborne as a child - a friend of Donald Paul's from up the street. She showed me a different kind of household than my own. The Harborne house was music filled and marshmello fluff was first introduced to me in the Harborne kitchen!
I have carried those memories since leaving Sackville over 50 years ago. Dad passed last evening, and that has returned memories of Sackville and the many folks that were kind and supportive to me, flooding back. The people I regret never telling how much I appreciated their influence in my life.
warm regards, Jane Rolfe (nee Mary Jane Milner)
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Sharoni Mitra posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
My deepest condolences to Mrs. Harborne's family - she was a remarkable teacher who has had a lifelong impact on my brother Ombor and I, both students of hers at a young age. I remember her gentle and patient nature of course, and how encouraging she was in helping me understand music intuitively and emotionally. Two decades later I'm proud to say I am still a violinist and that classical music remains an important part of my interests, thanks to Mrs. Harborne's role in my early life.
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Sarah Cogswell donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Friday, March 19, 2021
Dear Ian & Karen and Don & Sally,
Thinking about you. So sorry for your loss. Your mom was an inspiration!
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Linda Armishaw posted a condolence
Monday, March 15, 2021
Thinking of all of Polly's family during this time of loss. It was truly a pleasure getting to know such a sweet and interesting woman. The world was a better place for over a century with Polly in it. She will be missed and remembered by many.
Linda (Cogswell), Kevin & Ava Armishaw
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Janice Milton donated to THE SACKVILLE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION INCORPORATED
Monday, March 15, 2021
I send my condolences to Donald and Ian on their mother's passing. She was gracious, patient, gentle, a beautiful musician, kind, and had a quiet, twinkling sense of humour, and a sincere interest in people. Polly touched many lives with these qualities; I am grateful to have been one, as a neighbor and one of her students.
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Alice and Chris Porter, Abigail and Lucy donated to SACKVILLE MUSIC FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION
Monday, March 15, 2021
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Ken and Mary Sears pledged to donate to SACKVILLE MUSIC FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION
Sunday, March 14, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to family, very dear lady.
Ken and Mary
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Pamela McLeod uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, March 13, 2021
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I met Polly many summers ago when I began driving my violist father-in-law, Rod, to her little house on Hillcrest every Thursday to play duets with her. I would make the tea and bring some treats which we would enjoy after they played. Once I met Polly the first time, I was hooked - and Thursday mornings became one of my favourite parts of summering in Sackville.
Polly was truly a wonder. I was instantly struck by her gentle, positive nature; her warm smile, her kind eyes, her quick mind. When Rod would opt to stay back at the farm to work on a project with my husband, Rob, I would go to Polly's anyway. No WAY would I miss my weekly visits with her. We talked and laughed, and she would tell me the most amazing stories and show me beautiful family pictures and old newspaper clippings. I remember when she broke her wrist many summers back (Was she 99? 100?) and thought it would be the end of her violin playing. It WASN'T! She healed and was back to playing. I admired this woman more than I can say.
So imagine my joy and surprise when we discovered one summer that we were COUSINS! I was from Montreal and she was a local girl, so it seemed unlikely, but a family tree she showed me caught my eye, and we realized that both of us had grandmothers with the family Burpee! She started to tell me some family lore that my own grandmother had told me! My aunt confirmed the connection and I was thrilled! From that point on, we called each other "cousin", and she assured me, with a little smile, that her remarkable health and longevity was due to the "Burpee genes" we shared. I continued to visit her every summer once she moved to Countryside Residence in Port Elgin - even last year, with an outdoor visit on the little deck with a mask. I will miss those visits more than I can say.
I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to speak with Cousin Polly on the phone from Vancouver only 2 weeks before she passed away, and that I got to tell her once again that I loved her and admired her. Her words of wisdom to me on that call were "It is important to focus on what we still CAN do, and not on what we can't." This is what she did through her life, and a powerful message to all of us through this pandemic and beyond.
I am so very grateful to have known Polly. My heartfelt condolences go out to her whole family of whom she was very proud.
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Chi-Minh Phi posted a condolence
Saturday, March 13, 2021
To the Harborne family and friends,
It was with the deepest sorry but also the greatest fondness that I received the news of Mrs Harborne’s passing.
From the first and throughout my days as one of her violin students, she always invited me into her home with her genuinely warm smile and voice, accepted me as I was, and coaxed me gently forward on a journey of discovery. Her love of music was matched by her love for sharing it with others. And her tried and true approach remained the same. Driving up Hillcrest Avenue once again and having the opportunity to watch Mrs Harborne, while she was in her 90s, introduce a new pupil to the violin was a powerful and welcome flashback to my own early days.
Mrs Harborne, you have had such a lasting and profound impact on so many with your musicianship and humanity. Heartfelt thanks for all that you have shown me and my family. Truly, an inspiration.
Chi-Minh Phi
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Anne PIrie posted a condolence
Friday, March 12, 2021
My deepest condolences to family members. And my gratitude for the many ways Polly graced our world: the beautiful music, wisdom and artful teaching she provided. It was a privilege to witness her teaching of young persons. I marvelled at her patience and persistence. And,I found conversations with Polly were enriching and delightful. Anne Pirie
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Department of Music - Mount Allison University donated to SACKVILLE MUSIC FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION
Friday, March 12, 2021
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Peter Higham donated to SACKVILLE MUSIC FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION
Friday, March 12, 2021
Please accept Edna and Peter's warmest thoughts and deepest condolences on the passing of Polly, a wonderful Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Friend. Polly always had a warm welcome and great conversation whenever we visited. We cherish musical memories of the years our daughter, Edana, was her student, and mentor. We will all miss her dearly.
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Edna Boland and Peter Higham planted a tree in memory of Pauline (Hicks) Harborne
Friday, March 12, 2021
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With loving memories of Polly Harborne
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Edmund Dawe posted a condolence
Friday, March 12, 2021
Our deepest condolences to the family. Pauline was a dear friend and an inspiration. Our children are very fortunate to have experienced her expert teaching for many years. We will cherish memories of early morning violin and cello lessons, music festivals, great conversations, and visits to Pauline's cottage on the shore. We will miss her dearly. A long life well lived by a person well loved.
Edmund and Karla Dawe
Alma, NB
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SouthEastern Mutual Insurance donated to THE SACKVILLE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION INCORPORATED
Friday, March 12, 2021
Chris & Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss.
The Staff, Agents & Directors of SE Mutual
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Sandra Batten donated to SACKVILLE MUSIC FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION
Friday, March 12, 2021
Dear Chris & Family,
Your Grandmother was a remarkable lady who was so fortunate to live such a long life and to touch so many lives along the way. I know that she will be deeply missed by you all. Cherish your memories.
Thinking of you at this difficult time,
Sandra
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Jane Doull posted a condolence
Friday, March 12, 2021
I have fond memories of Pauline from when I lived in Sackville. She was well into her 90s and still a wonderful musician. I remember presiding at a funeral for a friend of hers in which she was playing a beautiful piece by Felix Mendelssohn. I put it after my message as to my mind it was the most special part of the service. I enjoyed conversations with her and of course we shared a love of classical music. She must have been a most delightful , kind and accomplished teacher . I’m sure her family and friends and students have many happy memories.
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Ivan and Charlene Bourque posted a condolence
Thursday, March 11, 2021
Sending our deepest sympathy in the loss of this lovely lady.
Hugs to all.
Ivan and Charlene Bourque
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Catherine Ceretti posted a condolence
Thursday, March 11, 2021
Condolances to Pauline's families and many, many friends, what a beautiful gentle lady, you will be sadly missed by many, we had a few good laughs and lots of talks. RIP soft, gentle and kind lady. Pauline
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Rick & Lisa Kelly donated to SACKVILLE MUSIC FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION
Thursday, March 11, 2021
Don, Sally, Ian and Karen, although we never had the privilege of meeting Pauline, we heard so many wonderful stories from Don and Sally. Sending love and strength to all who loved her.
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VivienHicks posted a condolence
Thursday, March 11, 2021
My deepest sympathy to Ian, Donald and families, in the loss of our beloved Polly. What a wonderful long life that touched so many families, mine included. How could I ever forget my two year old daughter, Nancy with a 16 th size violin, playing with her five year old brother Ron . The patience and love in her teaching was so special. Pauline’s gift and love of music will long continue through the lives she touched, and I am grateful to have known her, and shared times within the Sackville music teachers, and festival. Sincerely, Vivien Hay Hicks
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Tim Hicks posted a condolence
Thursday, March 11, 2021
To Pauline’s Family....I will never forget her. I remember vividly walking into her house on Hillcrest Avenue for my violin lesson when I was 8 years old. Tim Hicks
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Elizabeth Wells posted a condolence
Thursday, March 11, 2021
My sincere condolences on the passing of Mrs. Harbourne. She was my very first music teacher, leading me into a life long love of music. I enjoyed stopping in at the Countryside and having a visit. I think she remembered every one of her students. Rest In Peace.
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Dodie McLeod uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, March 11, 2021
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My deepest condolences to the Harborne family. Polly was a longtime friend of our family. She and my husband Rod had a regular date every Thursday morning to play duets which they continued even after Polly turned 100. She will be missed. Dodie McLeod
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Dodie McLeod uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, March 11, 2021
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So sorry to hear of Polly’s passing and for your loss. Polly was my first music teacher when I was only 7 years old and almost 50 years later I was delighted to play Christmas carols with her when she was 102. What an amazing woman! She touched so many lives with her kind and gentle manner and I am honoured to have been one of them. Karen McLeod
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Denise and Lester Hicks posted a condolence
Thursday, March 11, 2021
Dear Karen, Sally, Ian, Donald and all the family members,
Sending our deepest condolences to you all for your precious loss. Pauline was such a lovely lady and a great neighbour when we resided on Hillcrest. Our son, Paul, had the privilege of being one of her students at the tender age of four for four years. She was an excellent teacher and we thank her very much for the time that she devoted to him during his violin lessons. May she rest in God's arms.
Lovingly, Denise and Lester Hicks
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Irene Tingley donated to THE SACKVILLE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION INCORPORATED
Thursday, March 11, 2021
Sincere sympathies to Ian and Karen, Donnie and Sally, Christopher and Katherine and all the families....Mrs. Harborne was a very kind and sweet lady!
Brian and Irene.
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Jean Sealy posted a condolence
Thursday, March 11, 2021
My deepest sympathy to you. My mother, Kathleen Fensom, and Mrs. Harborne were great friends from the music teachers' group. I know that they enjoyed many good times together. Jean Sealy
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Suzanne Atkinson posted a condolence
Thursday, March 11, 2021
My sincere condolences regarding the death of dear, sweet Polly. We all have our special memories of a cherished lady. She was a lifetime friend of my mother and impacted all she touched.
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Logan Atkinson posted a condolence
Thursday, March 11, 2021
To Ian, Don and families - sincere condolences on the death of your Mother. All of us who grew up together on Hillcrest Ave. have many fond memories of your dear Mother. Take care.
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Sackville UCW posted a condolence
Thursday, March 11, 2021
Sincere sympathy from Sackville UCW & Brenda Allen. Pauline was an amazing woman & musician.
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Janet & Perry Cormier posted a condolence
Thursday, March 11, 2021
Ian, Donnie and families, Perry and I send our condolences for the loss of you mom, our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
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Jonna Brewer posted a condolence
Thursday, March 11, 2021
So sorry to hear of Pauline's passing. She was an amazing person. I always enjoyed our chats whenever I saw her and had the honour of interviewing her many years ago (That took some convincing. She was very modest!). She brought so much joy to so many. Condolences to her family, many friends and former students.
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Brenda (Murray) MacKenzie & Douglas Murray lit a candle
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
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Sincere Sympathy in Mrs.Harbourne's passing, she was a great neighbor and always kind to the Hillcrest Crew, a very gentle soul; Hugs to all the family
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Mark Estabrooks posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
My condolences to Ian and Don and their families on Pauline's passing.
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Wednesday, March 10, 2021
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