Born in Glace Bay, Cape Breton and peacefully passed away with family at his side on Friday, June 24, 2016 at the age of 90. Loving husband of the late Florence. Father of Gary and Martine, Bruce and Paula, Sandra and Drew, and Bill and Angela. Grandfather to Jessica and Patrick, Caitlin, Bradley, Michelle, and great-grandson Grayson. Special thanks to Emmanuel House for their care and compassion. A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held at the MARLATT FUNERAL HOME, 615 Main Street East (east of Sanford), Hamilton, in the Marlatt Memorial Chapel on Saturday, July 2, 2016 at 1 p.m. Reception to follow. Donations in his memory may be made to Emmanuel House, Hamilton.