Obituary of George Perry

PERRY, George Joseph - 66, Dartmouth, formerly of Mt. Uniacke, passed away Nov 5th, 2011, peacefully surrounded by his family in the V.G. Site, QE II, Halifax. George is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Linda (Hebert); children, Christine (Chris ) Pottie and Michael Perry; grandchildren Jordan and Brooklyn; sisters, Margaret (Ron) Vickers; Eileen Carr; Eleanor Kenny; Melanie Poirier; Estha Arsenault and Theresa Hurst; brothers, Leo (Helen) and Jonny Perry. He was preceded by his Mother and Father, Margaret (Peters) and Camille, and his sister, Dora (Retiff). George served in the Canadian Navy for 34yrs retiring in 1996. He did two tours with the United Nations as well as NATO. He served in Halifax, Shelburne, Greenwood and Gagetown over his career. Being a member of the Surviving Kootenay Crew was a special source of pride for George. George even turned down promotions to stay closer to family, which was always number one priority to him. Beyond his love and passion for his wife and children, he so adored his grand children Jordan and Brooklyn. He enjoyed the nature walks and picnics, trips and vacations they had together. He so adored Papa?¢s Boy and Papa?¢s Girl. George was very active in the church and community. He served on the board of management and was treasurer of Uniacke Baptist Church. He also was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 165. George could always be counted on for a good joke or story when in a social situation. He also was a member of the unofficial community board that met at Robins every morning in Mount Uniacke to discuss world and community events. George had a passion for music and anyone who knew him could attest. George commonly used this music to play to shut-ins and retirement homes in Mount Uniacke, Windsor and other areas to brighten the days of the residents. He would play either by himself or with other members the band Luck of the Draw. A guitar to George was more then an instrument it was his calling card. George loved to tinker. Most days post retirement if not on the computer keeping in touch with friends you could find him on his tractor outside puttering around. He loved his gardening and making the vegetables and flowers grow to their full potential. Memorial service to be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 12, in the Uniacke Baptist Church, 200 Etter Rd., Mount Uniacke. Rev. Allen Orser presiding. In lieu of flowers all donations can be make to the church or charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Serenity Lindsay Funeral Home, 568 Main St., Wolfville, N.S., B4P 1E5, (1-877-542-4656). Condolences may be sent to the family at the funeral home address or on-line by visiting: www.serenitylindsayfuneralhome.ca