Obituary of Murray Favier

The Reverend Murray Favier peacefully passed away at Debert Court Nursing Home on Sunday, March 1, 2015 in his 89th year. He was a son of the late Cyrus “Saddie” and Lottie (Bigney) Favier, of Westville. Rev. Favier served in various United Churches in his vocation, including Guysborough/Canso (1955-1959); Clifton (1959-1968); Charlottetown (1973-1978); and Elmsdale (1979-1990), where he served both the United and Presbyterian Churches, sharing ministry relationships. Upon retirement, supplied at Stewiacke, from 1990-1992 and St. Andrew’s, Truro (1994), and finishing his ministry at St. David’s United Church in Bible Hill (1995-1996). He also worked on the Maritime Conference Staff (1968-1973). As well, he acted as Secretary for the Hunter Building Church Fund for 12 years. Murray is survived by sons Steven Favier, Toronto; Neven Favier (Joanne) and grandson Michael, Charlottetown, PE; sister, Isabelle Conrad and brother Richard Favier; nephew Perry Conrad (Jackie); brother and sisters in law, Janet Campbell and John and Beth MacLeod. He was predeceased by his loving wife Irene (MacLeod) and his brother-in-law Harold Conrad. Rev. Favier's funeral service was held at 2 o’clock Friday, March 6 at St. David's United Church, Bible Hill, with Rev. Donna Lawrence officiating. Spring burial will be in Gladstone Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Eagles Funeral Home, Westville.