Jack Irvin Pyne

Jack Irvin Pyne was born in Tiverton, Digby County, Nova Scotia on August 3, 1928 and passed away at the Digby Hospital on March 26, 2023, age 94, and he was a son of the late Irvin Manford and Lillie Dale (McCormack) Pyne.

Jack is survived by sisters Mildred (Austin) Westcott and Carol (Bryant) Perry.He was predeceased by his parents and four brothers and five sisters.

Hattie, Barbara (Howard) Greenlaw, Manford (Chryselda) Pyne, Rena (Howard) Butler, Guy (Kathy) Pyne, Marilyn (Clifton) Outhouse, Mervin (Neta) Pyne, Paul (Janet) Pyne, Sylvia (Laurie) Cleveland. He is survived by 18 of his 23 nieces and nephews.

Jack completed Grade 11 at the Tiverton School, next door to the Pyne house. He was known for his abilities in Mathematics, an ability that later led to his employment and volunteer work. He relished telling stories of growing up surrounded by a large family in the middle of the village. His sense of humour always left his visitors in stitches.Along with other boys in Tiverton, Jack “baited trawl” for fishermen during his youth. His first full-time job was working in the herring at Small Brothers fish plant in Israel Cove. His math abilities were noticed and Jack quickly moved into the office to do bookkeeping, payroll and accounting. He worked there for 30 years. During this time he also held part time jobs as a cook at the Wooden Keg Canteen and became part owner and cook at “The Canteen” on the wharf. After retirement, he worked in Elliott’s General store.Jack was an original member of the Tiverton Super Seniors and served as the Treasurer until his death. He was a lifelong member of the Tiverton Baptist Church. Jack was a sportsman, both as a participant and a fan. He loved playing baseball, badminton and golf and became proficient at all three. As well as playing golf at the Digby Pines he was a founding member of the six-hole golf course in Tiverton. In his later years, he enjoyed watching his sports on TV and was a big supporter of the Maple Leafs and Blue Jays. Jack loved music. He had large collections of vinyl records, cassette tapes, and CDs. He spent many hours listening to old country classics and gospel. Jack also loved to travel. He looked forward to many family vacations and golf trips, both locally and abroad. He often joined other Tiverton friends on golfing trips to Bermuda. A highlight of his travels was a tour to Holland with several family members where they traced the origins of the Outhouse clan. Jack was well-loved by his community, and the feeling was mutual. Over the past few years, as his mobility became more and more of an issue, Jack was constantly supported by family, friends, and neighbours with offers of food, odd jobs around the house, and visits and conversation. It was always gratefully received and appreciated.

Funeral service will be held 2pm Wednesday, April 5 from the Tiverton Baptist Church. Pastor Tim Long will officiate with burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Tiverton.. In lieu of flowers, a donation in memory of Jack to the Tiverton United Baptist Church would be appreciated.

In lieu of flowers, a donation in memory of Jack to the Tiverton United Baptist Church would be appreciated.