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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
HOLMES, Bruce - 69, passed away at home on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 with his loving family around him. Born in Montreal, QC, he was a son of the late Edward Holmes and Stella Lavigne. He is survived by his wife Bonnie (Cameron); daughters Cynthia (Peter Darke) and Heather Holmes; sister Shirley Ballard, Calgary Alta; three grandchildren: Alex, Chloe and Cooper and several nieces and nephews.
Bruce was happy spending time with his coffee buddies. He loved stamp collecting and anything to do with Sherlock Holmes. Before retirement, he worked for Halterm Container Lines in Halifax and Cast Container Lines in Montreal. He was also a member of the Commissionaires for a time. Bruce was very proud of the years he spent in the Canadian Navy and later the Canadian Army reserves, and the Royal Canadian Legion. After retirement, he started writing stories mainly for his grandchildren and always had a dream of being a published writer. Many, many thanks to all the VON nurses that cared for Bruce so kindly, also the Palliative Care team of Doctor Horton and Devon and family doctor Gina Burgess. Also thanks to Kim Hanson, Marianne Klus and Marie Chartrand.
Cremation has taken place. Arrangements are entrusted to J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Dr. Halifax (902) 455-0531. A memorial service will take place at St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church, Mumford Rd, on Wednesday, December 28th at 10am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Red Cross. (J.A. Snow Funeral Home)
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