Jim joined the navy and was posted to Halifax where he spent his 37 year career. During his retirement he enjoyed his Friday night visits to the Peregrine Club. Jim loved to dance and spend time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his son, Dereck (Beth), Calgary, AB; daughters, Cindy, Toronto, Susan (Bill), Halifax, Kristin (Ali), Edmonton; brother, Bernard and sister Geraldine, both of Ontario; granddaughters, Emma and Tahirah; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife, Madeleine; brothers, Joseph, Francis, Bill and sister, Mary.
Visitation will be held on Sunday September 16, 2012 from 2-5pm in A.L. Mattatall Funeral Home, 217 Portland Street. Funeral service will be 10am Monday September 17 from St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, 10 Maple Street, Dartmouth. Father Jim Richards officiating. Interment to follow in Mount Hermon Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.
To view or place an online message of condolence please visit www.mattatallfuneralhome.com
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