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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
RICHARDS, Gordon Andrew - Age 89 of Lawrencetown, passed away peacefully on September 7th, 2015 in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Dartmouth, he was a son of the late John and Laura Jean Richards. In his early career during the Second World War he served aboard the HMCS Sackville as a 2nd Class Engineer as a Merchant Marine. Later in life he worked as a marine engineer at Dartmouth Shipyards until his retirement. In his younger years Gordon enjoyed fishing and hunting as well as a good game of croquet or badminton at the family cottage, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Gordon is survived by his loving wife of 64 wonderful years, Lillian Grace; daughter, Shelly Peraud; sister, Maureen Wilson and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Gordon was predeceased by his sisters, Gladys and Kathleen; brothers, Edgar, Frank and Jack. Visitation will be held today, Thursday, September 10 from 6-8 p.m. in Atlantic Funeral Home, Dartmouth Chapel, 771 Main St., Dartmouth. A Memorial Service will be held in the same location on September 11 at 11 a.m. with Father Irek Bern officiating. In Gordon’s memory donations can be made to a charity of your choice. (The halifax Chronicle Herald 10 Sep 2015)
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