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Note: The following Obituary and Card of Thanks appeared in the December 14, 1973 Quoddy Tides Paper:
"Joseph H. Worthen, 61, passed away November 17, 1973 in the Halifax Civic Hospital. He was born at North Head, Grand Manan, a son of the late Sydney and Addie (Stanley) Worthen.
He was a naval veteran of the Second World War and was second officer in yardcraft at Halifax Dockyard for 21 years until his retirement last month.
Survivors include his wife, the former Joan Wilson; two brothers, Earl of North Head and Douglas of Manchester, Mass.; and a half-brother, Lloyd Miller of North Head.
Funeral Services were held at the Church of the Ascension, North Head, Grand Manan, with the Rev. Dorman officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. The legion held a service at the graveside.
Card of Thanks The family of the late Joseph Worthen of Grand Manan wish to express their sincere appreciation during our sad bereavement for the many sympathy cards, floral tributes and donations made to the cancer society, heart fund, Church of the Ascension Restoration Fund and gifts of money.
A special thanks to those who sent in food and to Rev. Dorman for his services and the pallbearers.
A very special thanks to George Munroe for his services.
Wife, Joan Brothers, Earl, Doug and Lloyd
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