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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
EUSTACE, Lawrence Richard (Dick) - Age 72. It was with heavy hearts that the Eustace family bid Dick a final farewell after a long battle with esophageal cancer. Dick passed away surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, 30 January 2024 at Victoria General Hospital, Halifax NS.
He leaves to mourn: his loving wife, Gloria (nee: Frankton) of 51 years. Sons: Robert (Bobby) (Leanne) of Eastern Passage NS, and James (Jamie) (Alyssa) of Halifax NS. Grandchildren: Steven, Alexander, Abigail, and Jaxon. Great-granddaughter: Ellie. Brothers: Robert (Jenny), Torbay NL; Thomas (Julie), Victoria BC; and Max, St. John’s NL. Sisters: Beverley (Paddy) Phillpott, Kilbride NL; Elizabeth Bragg, Pouch Cove NL; Debbie (Steven) Power, Torbay NL; and Sally (Gerrald) Eustace, Richmond BC. Pre-deceased by his parents Thomas Stanley Eustace and Nora Mary (Noni) Eustace (nee: Mayo).
Dick will forever be remembered for his long and distinguished career in the Royal Canadian Navy, which began when he joined the Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps in St. John’s NL, at the age of 14. He later transferred to the Naval Reserves, and then continued to pursue his Naval career upon transferring to the Royal Canadian Navy in 1968, wherein he served more than 37 years. Having served in numerous HMC ships and units within Maritime Forces Atlantic in Halifax, NS, Dick was highly regarded for his expertise in seamanship; most notably, as the resident expert in replenishment at sea operations in the Navy’s Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment ships. He retired from the Royal Canadian Navy in August 2006.
Dick’s passion for sports saw him actively participate in a myriad of military sports programs, most notably ice hockey, as well as supporting the Dartmouth Moosehead Mounties, and Senior AA hockey teams in his role as Athletic Trainer. An avid golfer, Dick enjoyed spending time at Hartlen Point Golf Club, both chasing the ball and sprucing up the course.
Dick and Gloria were blessed with an active social calendar that included a wide circle of close friends in the Halifax area, as well as in their beloved Snowbird home in Bradenton, Florida. Those who had the good fortune to have him as a friend will remember his witty sense of humour, his loyalty, and his passion for helping others.
Dick will be sadly missed by all. A Celebration of Life will held at a later date (to be determined).
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