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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
WHITE, Joseph (Joe) - We regret to announce the passing of Joseph 'Joe' White, age 77, of Halifax on January 25, 2015, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax, due to complications from kidney disease. He was born in Edmonton, Alta., to Gladys Margaret White (Anton 'Tony' Miklic) on August 29, 1937. Joe is survived by his wife, Janice; children, Wendy (Kevin) Hilliard, Abbotsford, B.C.; Eric (Mitch), Cornwall, Ont.; Tina (James) Walters, Cowichan Lake, B.C.; stepsons, Frederick (Kathy) Walker, Mount Uniacke; Bradley (Paula) Walker, Bedford; brothers, Norm Miklic, Bowser, B.C.; Stan Miklic, Victoria, B.C.; Don (Nancy) Miklic, Sooke B.C.; sister, Estelle (Mike) Lynn, Sarnia, Ont.; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Joe spent 33 years in the Canadian Navy retiring in 1987 after which he worked roughly five years with Paramax and two years with the Commissionaires Nova Scotia. He retired to Murphy Lake as he loved living by the water. Joe was an avid golfer and dart player and enjoyed the camaraderie of the participants. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation by request. A combined Royal Canadian Legion and memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, February 6, in White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. A reception will follow in the funeral home reception room. Burial will take place at sea at a later date. The family would like to give thanks to the Dialysis Unit at the QEII for their support and care during his illness and special thanks to the ER staff, especially Cathy during his final hours. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to The Kidney Foundation of Canada, Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, Atlantic Division or a charity of your choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.
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