Douglas M. BEAN

BEAN, DOUGLAS M. - The death of Douglas M. Bean of Sussex, husband of Norma (McAllister) Bean occurred August 20, 2008 at the Kiwanis Nursing Home, Sussex. He was born in Saint John, son of the late Wilbert and Mabel (Wardell) Bean. Doug was a veteran of the R.C.N.V.R. combined operation during WWII. He was a Past President and Life Member of Hampton Branch 28, Royal Canadian Legion. He entertained in the group "Upper Reflections" for seniors and nursing homes. He was a member of Lower Millstream United Church. He is survived by his wife Norma; three sons, Gary Bean (Elaine), Hampton, Jack Bean (Sandra), Sussex, Richard Bean (Shelley), Sussex; two daughters, Marilyn Yeomans,Marysville, Janice Fenton (Paul), Dawson Settlement; one sister Beryl Kirkpatrick, Quispamsis; 15 grandchildren, three great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by granddaughter, Lynn Bean, brother, Donald Bean and sister, Phyllis Guidry. Resting at Reid's Funeral Home (832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton, with visitation 2-4pm & 7-9pm Thursday. The funeral will be held Friday, 11:00am at Reid's Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Linda Fuller officiating. Interment in Seaview Cemetery, Lorneville. Memorials to Kiwanis Nursing Home or a charity of the donor's choice would be appreciated. A legion tribute will be held at the funeral home on Thursday at 6:45pm. Online donations and condolences may be made at: www.reidsfh.com