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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
CARPENTER, Hugh Ernest Gordon - Hugh Ernest Gordon Carpenter, age 80, of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia has passed away peacefully at the Dartmouth General Hospital.
Born in Moncton, New Brunswick on May 24, 1940 he was the son of Margaret Olive Farris and Ernest George Carpenter.
Ernie, also known as "Row" to many was an extraordinary artist. A dedicated chess player. He took great joy in books and all the knowledge they had to offer him. He served in the Royal Canadian Navy as a Signaman Petty Officer First Class in Communications for over 25 years of his life with great pleasure. He continued on to work for the Commissionaires for another 10 years. He also worked at Scotia Bank following.
He put a smile on everyone's face anytime he was given opportunity. He also took great happiness in being an amazing grandfather. Leaving an impression of love beyond belief. He will be truly and forever missed and loved.
With heavy hearts he is survived by his wife Phyllis Carpenter; his three sons, Gregory and Bobby Carpenter, Paul Thom; his daughter Danielle Ritter; his sister Sandra Wilson and his grandchildren, Stephanie, Amber and Feriha Carpenter, Casey and Devon Carpenter along with his best friends Myrna Bowen and Mr. Meepers.
He was predeceased by his parents and grandparents as well as his brothers Gary Carpenter, Rodney Carpenter and his granddaughter Alisha Proude.
The
sun still rises in the ease and sets in the west
The
ships will still sail and the seasons will sail by
We will love you and we will miss you until we meet again.
The
birds will soar and the kings will fall
Your
setting sail caused much pain but earths loss is heavens gain
Rest
in Peace Row
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