Lyndon Eugene Raymond

It is with great sadness that we share the sudden passing of our father, grandfather and friend, Lyndon Eugene Raymond at the age of 72. Lyndon was born on October 25, 1952, to Victor and Elizabeth Raymond (Collins) of Centreville, Digby County.

After completing high school, Lyndon continued his education at the Annapolis Valley Vocational school, where he received a welding diploma. It was at this time, Lyndon embarked on a welding career in Northern Manitoba, only to return home to Nova Scotia after learning of his father becoming ill.

Once home, Lyndon switched careers and entered the fishing industry, where he spent several years, lobster fishing, working in the herring weirs and fish dragging aboard the Setting Sea I and Setting Sea II. After retiring from fishing, Lyndon returned to welding and was employed with Tidal Boatworks Ltd. and with Little LaHave Trawlers Ltd., where he worked as a welder, ran the boom truck and unloaded fish. Lyndon also found himself later in life, trucking lobsters for his son in law, Craig during the lobster season.

Lyndon was talented in many areas and there really wasn’t anything that he couldn’t fix. He was known to wear the hats of a carpenter, electrician, plumber and woodsman to name a few. Lyndon could fix anything and enjoyed building things from scratch. One of his proudest accomplishments was building a logging truck/skidder that he named the “Blue Ox Logging”. The “Blue Ox” was used to transport the many logs that Lyndon spent countless hours cutting, hauling and splitting in preparation for the winter. It was in the woods that Lyndon felt most at ease, and it is where he taught many valuable lessons and skills to his two sons, Jason and Matthew.

Lyndon could often be found in his shop tinkering with a welding project, such as a sturdy Christmas tree stand for his daughter, making anchors for local fishermen, building a power trailer for his tractor, rebuilding the “Army Jeep,” and upgrading trailers and dump bodies.

Lyndon was very much a simple man. He rarely desired anything more than his early morning routine, which often included a trip to Tim Hortons for coffee. Organizing his shop was another one of his hobbies, where he ensured that everything was labelled and had its proper place. On Sundays, Lyndon took great pleasure in spending time in his shop or near the woodpile, where he passed on his knowledge and shared moments with his grandkids, whom he fondly called “Kewawa” and “Besie.”

Lyndon was a friend to many and with his gift of gab, he could spark up a conversation with friends and strangers alike. He loved to share stories and reminisce about days gone by. He was an avid reader and enjoyed reading about historical events and Oak Island. Lyndon also enjoyed conversations about forestry, machinery and fishing, and he was a fan of Star Trek and listening to music, especially CCR.

If any of you knew Lyndon, you would understand his interest in “Junk Yards” and his mission of finding the perfect treasure. Nearly every day, he could be found hauling home steel, machinery parts, winches, or anything he thought could be salvaged, tweaked or customized to his liking. Lyndon enjoyed his final chapter of employment at Fundy Auto Salvage, and would often share stories about Mike and the crew. It is not surprising that Lyndon spent his last hours of life at the salvage yard, doing what he loved. If the family can find comfort in anything during this sad time, it is with this.

In the last few years, Lyndon spent several days at the Digby Wesleyan Church, where he was welcomed by many. It was during this time where he developed a friendship, admiration and respect for Rev. Andrew Maves. As a family, we are grateful for this timely relationship and the welcomed opportunity for Dad to find peace in his life.

Leaving behind to grieve are Lyndon’s three children, Jason (Nancy) Raymond, Amy (Craig) Theriault and Matthew (Tracy) Raymond. As well, Lyndon leaves his four grandchildren, Hannah, Griffin, Haydon and Aleeyah, whom he was so very proud of.

Lyndon was predeceased by his parents, Victor and Elizabeth (Collins) Raymond and his sister, Sherry Raymond. Cremation has taken place, and a private family committal will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted by Jayne’s Funeral Home.

I’M THERE INSIDE YOUR HEART

Right now, I’m in a different place

And though we seem apart

I’m closer than I ever was,

I’m there inside your heart.

I’m with you when you greet each day

And while the sun shines bright

I’m there to share the sunsets too

I’m with you every night.

I’m with you when the times are good

To share a laugh or two,

And if a tear should start to fall

I’ll still be there for you.

And when that day arrives

That we no longer are apart,

I’ll smile and hold you close to me,

Forever in my heart.