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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
HARRISON, Thomas William (Bill) - 86, passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2011, in Halifax. Born in Moncton, N.B., he was a son of the late William and Vera Harrison. Bill served in the Royal Canadian Navy during the Second World War aboard the minesweeper HMCS Georgian. Post war saw Bill pursue a career in sales with Harris & Roome, Westinghouse and Dominion Steel. His final work was as a commissionaire at the Halifax Naval Dockyard. Bill was predeceased by his wife, Jacqueline Jean (Burke); brother, Fredrick; sister, Reta. He is survived by his sons, Derek, Halifax; Grant, Fredericton, N.B. It was Bill's wish to donate his body to Dalhousie University for medical science. A memorial service will be held at a late date.
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Thomas William (Bill) Harrison "Gramps as a young man in the RCN. He served aboard HMCS GEORGIAN" With permission of Jonathan Harrison
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