Obituary posted in Amherst, NS, describes a family of six who died in a trailer fire – Halifax | The Canadian News

The obituary of a Nova Scotia family who died in a trailer fire a week ago provides more details on the mother, father and four young children.

Information released by a funeral home in Amherst, NS, says that preparations are underway for the funeral of 30-year-old Robert Jorge (RJ) Sears; Michelle Elaine Robertson, 28, and her children: 11-year-old Madison Anne-Marie Sears, eight-year-old Robert (Ryder) Sears, four-year-old Jaxson Robertson, and three-year-old Collin Justin (CJ) Sears.

The Fire Marshal’s Office issued a statement Friday stating that the September 12 fire in remote Millvale, NS, was small but smoking and generated smoke and fumes that led to the deaths of all six in the Passport Ultra Lite trailer.

Robert (Tony) Sears, RJ’s father, said in an interview on Saturday that a private service based on public health rules will be organized for COVID-19, and options on the best time and place for it are still being considered. allow the attendance of family and friends.

He said the family has been grateful for the large amount of support, which has included donations to help cover funeral costs and other expenses and comes from their home community of Amherst and across Canada.

Robert Jorge Sears, who goes by the name RJ, is described in the obituary as Michelle’s love partner; father of Madison, Ryder and CJ, and stepfather of Jaxson.

“He was a hard worker who loved to hunt, especially at his grandfather’s camp, to fish and enjoy sports. Above all, he was a dedicated father who always made children his top priority, ”he said.

The obituary says that Robertson graduated from the nursing program at Nova Scotia Community College and recently began working at Gables Lodge.

“She knew what it meant to be a friend and everyone loved her. However, the role in which she stood out was that of a mother and she adored her children, ”she adds.

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The obituary lists each child’s nicknames, describing the older girl as “Chatty Maddy,” a sixth-grade student who enjoyed animals, drawing, sports, and hats.

He describes “Spider Ryder” as a third grader at Cumberland North Academy, who was “a bit shy” but was constantly active and doing cartwheels.

The second-youngest, “Action Jaxson,” is described as excited to enter kindergarten and “wise for someone his age,” who could often be found dancing to his favorite songs and playing on his motorcycles.

The obituary says that three-year-old CJ may have been the youngest, but he was already trying to be a “big boy.” “He looked up to him, did his best to keep up, and was often the shadow of his older brothers,” she says.

The family will be buried together in Amherst Cemetery.

This Canadian Press report was first published on September 18, 2021.