With a mixture of joy and sadness, we announce that Garth James McCulloch has gone to be with his Savior. The Lord was merciful taking him in his sleep on the morning of December 5, 2022, following a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Our hearts are heavy as we miss his warm presence with us and await our reunion with Him in glory.
Jim was predeceased by his son-in-law Bruce Boyce, and is survived by his wife Rena Isabelle, daughters Carol Boyce and Keltie Priddle (Philip), grandchildren Keltie Nielsen (Eric), Laura Priddle (Nathan), Rachel Ayer (Zachary), Mark Priddle (Brianna) and Matthew Priddle (Sarah) as well as fourteen great grandchildren Emma, Nathaniel and David Nielsen; Bryce, Audrey and Hannah Priddle, Tannis, Venice, Tiberius and Owen Ayer and Corban, Declan, Eden and Dawson Priddle.
Jim was a much-loved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He will also be missed by many caring and loving friends. Jim was well known in the local building industry, first as the owner of Nova Scotia Building Supplies, then as the manager of Pierceys, and as the owner of G.J. McCulloch Contracting.
Most importantly, Jim was a faithful servant of Jesus Christ. During his lifetime he was actively involved at Fairview Bible Chapel, Grace Chapel and at Bedford Presbyterian church. He was also passionate about Malagash Bible Camp, which he helped found in 1969. Jim served as President at Malagash and spent countless hours building, renovating, and maintaining the camp facility over many decades.
The family is very grateful for the good care he received at Parkland and will be forever thankful for his faithful friends that visited regularly throughout his journey with Alzheimers.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Malagash Bible Camp: malagashbiblecamp.com/donate
Visitation will take place Friday December 9, 2022 from 6:00-8:00 pm at J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Drive.
The Memorial service will be held at Grace Bible Chapel, 255 Ross Street, Halifax on Saturday December 10, 2022 at 2:30 pm. Livestream is available at: https://gracechapel.ca/special-services
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