Dr. Winston Dykeman (1942-2026)
Dr. Winston Dykeman of Hillsborough passed away peacefully at the Moncton Hospital on Saturday, March 7. He was 84.
Born in Campbellton, N.B., he was the son of Ralph and Marjorie (Thompson) Dykeman who moved to Frosty Hollow, a community outside Sackville, N.B., in 1945.
He attended Mount Allison University and graduated with an Honours BSc in 1963. His thesis, “The Flora of Westmoreland County,” is archived in the natural history collections of the New Brunswick Museum in Saint John.
His research opened the door to the Brookhaven National Laboratory Nuclear Research Centre in Long Island, NY. (He was studying the effects of ionizing radiation on an oak pine forest and pioneered some of the early studies in carbon dioxide exchange in the earth’s atmosphere with Dr. George Woodwell.)
At the same time, Winston was on a spiritual journey and, after becoming a Christian on March 15,1966, he felt a calling to medicine and returned to Canada to attend Dalhousie Medical School. He graduated from the program with a Certification in the College of Family Physicians, Canada, in 1972 and built practices in Moncton, Hillsborough, and Elsa, YT.
In his spare time, he enjoyed gardening, woodworking, photography, hosting Bible studies at his home, and composing music. In 2018, he wrote an inspirational hymn dedicated to his late wife, Doreen, entitled: “To Love Again.”
Winston will be sadly missed by his sisters Juanita Robinson and Florence Cole, his many nieces and nephews, as well as his extended family members, medical colleagues, and friends.
Dr. Dykeman was predeceased by his wife of 49.5 years, Doreen (Steeves) Dykeman, his brother, William Hazen Dykeman, and grand nephew, Jamie Caseley.
Dr. Larry Kennedy (1946-2026)
Following a period of failing health, Dr. Larry R. Kennedy passed away peacefully on the 24th of March, 2026.
He was predeceased by his parents, Ronald and Mary, and nephew, Jeran. He is survived by his wife, Brenda, his children, grandchildren, brothers, nieces and nephews.
Larry was raised in Bairdsville on a family farm with his parents and three brothers. He graduated from the University of New Brunswick, followed by earning his medical degree from Dalhousie University Medical School in 1974. He later moved back to Perth-Andover to serve his community in family medicine and anaesthesia for over 50 years.
While practising medicine, he was a village councillor. He also supported education serving on the District 31 school board, eventually becoming its chairman. He was a former chief of medical staff at Hotel Dieu of Saint Joseph Hospital, and a former director of the New Brunswick Medical Society.
Larry began his political career when first elected to the New Brunswick legislature in 1987 representing Victoria-Tobique. He served as MLA for 23 years.
Larry was an active traveller, hunter, fisherman, snowmobiler, skier, avid wood turner and passionate furniture maker. He was a member of the New Brunswick Maple Syrup and Christmas Tree Producers Associations. He was also a member of both the Rotary and Elks Clubs.
He received many awards throughout his life and career, including most recently the King’s Coronation medal in 2024 representing meaningful community service over many decades.
Larry was a husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, devoted community member and a friend to many. Above all, Larry loved life.
The family wishes to extend their gratitude and heartfelt thanks to the nursing and care staff at Hotel Dieu Hospital and Victoria Glen Manor. A special thank you to Dr. Carter Kennedy, Dr. Josh O’Hagan, and Dr. David Bell for all their dedicated work and excellent care.
Dr. Gregg MacLean (1953-2025)
With heavy hearts, the family of Dr. Gregg MacLean, beloved husband of Jo (Brazel) MacLean, announce his unexpected passing, which occurred on December 31, 2025, at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born September 1, 1953, he was a son of the late Stan and Helen (Lamont) MacLean.
Above all else, Gregg was devoted to his wife, Jo. Married for 47 years, they shared a partnership defined by love, loyalty, and unwavering support. They did everything together and were rarely apart. Jo supported Gregg throughout his career and life’s many endeavours, and in return, he took immense care of her. Their relationship was the foundation of their family and a model of deep commitment and mutual respect.
Gregg was also a deeply devoted father to his son, Mark. While he spent much of Mark’s childhood at the hospital balancing the demands of his medical career, Gregg was intentional in sharing what mattered most to him. He passed along his love of music, introduced Mark to the wider world through travel, and shared traditions that strengthened their bond. One such tradition was an annual “hockey trip” along with Gregg’s classmates – time together that Gregg valued and never missed.
Gregg was a dedicated family man who found great joy in time spent with those he loved, especially his grandchildren. Whether attending soccer practices or faithfully making the same much-requested meals, he showed up with consistency, patience, and love. He was extremely generous with his time and attention, and his sense of humour — including his spot-on impersonations — kept his family and friends laughing.
Gregg was an entertainer at heart and had played in a band, singing and playing multiple instruments. He enjoyed sharing his deep appreciation for music as well as golfing with friends, reading, cooking and travelling. As avid travellers, Gregg and Jo explored destinations all over the world; in recent years, their favourite trips were those spent taking their grandchildren to Disney World, creating memories he treasured deeply.
Recently, Gregg fulfilled a dream with the completion of a family cottage in French River PEI, a project made possible with enormous help from his brothers. He was grateful to be able to see it completed and to experience a short time there with his family before his passing.
Professionally, Gregg was a highly respected neurologist who practiced in New Brunswick for more than three decades, beginning in 1989. Gregg and Jo were heavily involved in planning reunions for his Dalhousie Medical School Class of 1984, valuing lifelong friendships and connection with his colleagues.
Gregg was instrumental in establishing New Brunswick’s first Multiple Sclerosis Clinic in Saint John and was a key figure in advancing MS care in the province, including supporting innovative treatments. He also played a crucial role in the development and launch of the Telestroke system in New Brunswick, significantly improving access to timely stroke care across the province. To no one’s surprise, Gregg was awarded the New Brunswick Medical Society Order of Merit in 2025 in recognition of his outstanding commitment, leadership, and service to the medical profession.
Gregg’s family is immeasurably proud of him – for his dedication, his generosity, his unwavering support, and steady presence. He was a man deeply loved by all who knew him.
In addition to his wife of 47 years, Jo, Gregg is survived by his son, Mark MacLean (Catherine); grandchildren: Joshua and Halle; his siblings: Barry (Vera), Kevin (Ermelinda), Garth (Ann), Heather Mountain (Horace), and Ron (Irene); his aunts, an uncle, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Besides his parents, Gregg was predeceased by his sister, Faye MacLean.
