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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
HANES, Robert Elroy - 92 - Springhill, formerly of Truro, passed away, May 28, 2013 in High-Crest Seniors Care Home, Springhill. Born in Truro, he was the son of the late James and Janet (Pratt) Hanes. During World War II he served on the Lady Nelson Hospital ship making thirteen safe return crossings from Europe to Halifax transferring 580 patients, (Canadian soldiers), from overseas. Following the war Elroy owned and operated Elroy's Transport Trucking firm, together with his wife Estella, in Truro and Hilden for many years. He enjoyed having time to share his stories with friends and neighbours or with anyone who would listen. He is survived by sisters, Evelyn Lindsay, Onslow, Barbara Pulsifer, Bible Hill; brother, Phillip, Smithers, British Columbia; sister-in-law, Lorraine Sullivan; brother-in-law, John Sullivan, both of Bible Hill; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Estella (McLean); sisters, Irene Sullivan, Dorothy Butcher and a sister, Phillis in infancy; brothers, Alvin and Ronald. Cremation has taken place. No visitation by request. A memorial service will be held in the Terrace Hill Cemetery, Truro, on Friday, May 31, 2013 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Jay Ettinger officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Andrews United Church, Truro or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Arrangements entrusted to Colchester Community Funeral Home, Truro. Special thanks is extended to his long time Doctor, Dr. Frank Slipp, Truro, the health care workers both at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro and also to the High-Crest Senior Care - (Veteran's Wing) caregivers, Springhill, for their wonderful care and concern on Elroy's behalf.
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