Obituary of Ross Harrington

Dr. Ross Harrington Of Shoreham Village, Chester, formerly of Bridgewater, passed away November 3, 2005 at Shoreham Village at the age of 97. Born in 1908 in Bridgewater, he was the son of the late Dr. Meade and Sadie (Walker) Harrington. Following his education in Bridgewater, he graduated from Dalhousie University in Dentistry. He practiced his profession for 41 years. He was Past President of the Nova Scotia Dental Association. He was very interested in sports and was Past President of the Bridgewater Tennis Club, Past President of the Bridgewater Curling Club, Past President of the Lunenburg County Fish and Game Association. He was a member of the Bridgewater United Church and an honorary member of the Session of that church. A few years ago, he moved to Shoreham Village Apts. in Chester. He became the President of the Chester Clippers Seniors. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Elsie (Silver); sons, John, Toronto; Douglas (Charlene), Austin, Texas; 2 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Sweeny’s Funeral Home, Bridgewater. A memorial service will be held 2pm Monday in the Bridgewater United Church, Rev Ivan Norton officiating. No flowers by request. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Bridgewater United Church or the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.sweenysfuneralhome.com.