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- Eugene Lionel McIver was born in Newton PEI to parents Margaret (McKenna) and Peter D. on June 14, 1920. He grew up in Newton on the family farm. His mother passed away when he was only 7 years of age. This threw the family into great challenges, as he was one of 13 children. At this time various members of the family came home to help while some of the younger children went and spent time with Aunt Minnie and Uncle Joe in Kinkora and the Driscolls in Summerside. Eugene (Gene) remained at home.
Gene's young life was spent on the farm helping his father. He met and married Theresa (Folland) in 1952 and together they raised 8 children. For years, Gene farmed with his brother "across the field" and then with his nephews, after the death of Aden. Gene loved farming and ran a mixed farm growing grain and potatoes as well as raising beef cattle and milking cows. He could often be heard singing on the tractor while he worked. One of his disappointments was having to sell the farm in 1978 as it was becoming a lot of work for him. After retirement he worked for various farmers helping them grade potatoes and work the land. To be in the warehouse with the other farmers was to be in the "know" of the local community. He also enjoyed gardening and had many successful gardens.
In his later years he delighted in going to the field during digging to deliver the lunch to see what was going on. He enjoyed seeing the potato trucks going up and down the road and watched the farmers farm his land from his chair in the kitchen. Gene had many friends and looked forward to the many visits from them especially over the last few years. They brought him great joy as Gene loved people. Gene and Theresa had a great social life and had attended many dances in their parenting years and many card parties at the house on a Saturday night.
He never travelled far but not for lack of trying by the family. He was always very content to stay at home. He did love to visit with his brothers Jut (Justin) and Will. He often went to Borden on a Sunday afternoon while Will was working and would make a crossing back and forth to spend the time with him and have a meal on the car ferry. His children visited on a regular basis and he enjoyed every one of them. He especially liked the gatherings on a Sunday afternoon to catch up on everyone’s lives during the week and the "goings on" in Kinkora and the Newton Road. In his later years he looked forward to his many grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He lived a long life with few regrets although he did say if he had to do it over again he would be a lawyer. We can still hear him. He loved to talk.
Gene passed away on Jan 31st, 2009 and is buried in the cemetery at St. Malachy's church. He never moved from the farm in Newton and the homestead is still considered the home place to many people.
Submitted by Helen Smith, daughter
- OBITUARY:
Following a prolonged illness, Eugene Lionel McIver passed away peacefully in the Prince County Hospital, Summerside, P.E.I., on Saturday, January 31, 2009. Born in Newton, P.E.I., on June 14, 1920, he was a son of the late Peter D. and Margaret (McKenna) McIver. Surviving are his loving wife of 56 years, Theresa (Folland), mother-in-law Bessie Folland; son, John (Kay) McIver, their children Sheila, David and Alexis; daughters, Genevieve (Bob) Gallant, their children Deanna (Grant) Nicholson, their children, Jacob and Ben; Terri (Joe) Gaglardi, and Katie; Helen (Frazer) Smith; Dianne (Louis) Hamill, their children Ryan, Steven and Thomas; Lorna (Austin) Johnston, their children Jill and Susan; Marlene (Bruce) Feddema, their children Trevor, Mary Beth and Rebecca; Margie (Ray) McKenna, their children Jennifer, Katherine and Charlotte; Mary Beth (Danny) Harris, their children Julia and Colin; sister, Ita (Gerald) Smith, Petawawa, Ontario. Besides his parents, Eugene was predeceased by his sisters, Bernadine, Adele, Teresa, Eileen, Genevieve, Faustina; brothers, Justin, William, Cletus, Aden and Joseph. Eugene "Gene" successfully ran the mixed family farm in Newton until his retirement in 1978. After retirement, he continued to work for farmers in the local area. His many dear friends and neighbors, as well as his steadfast faith in God and his church, along with his loving family, sustained him throughout his years. As well as being a dedicated family man, Gene was always there to help a friend or neighbour in need. Visits by family and friends brought him great comfort and joy. Gene will be sadly missed by all who knew him and those whose lives he touched. Visitation will be held Monday, February 2, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Lawless Funeral Home, Kinkora, P.E.I. A funeral mass will be held Tuesday, February 3, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Malachy's Roman Catholic Church, Kinkora, P.E.I. Father Eric Dunn will officiate with interment in St. Malachy's Cemetery, Kinkora, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Prince County Hospital Foundation. Please refrain from wearing scents.
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