Henry Young

Henry Young

2005

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Henry Wallace Young Of Branch LaHave, passed away in the Hillside Pines Nursing Home on June 4, 2005. Born in Branch LaHave on February 27, 1911, Henry was a son of the late Elvin and Elva (Meisner) Young and is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Lois (Hebb). Henry is also survived by his children, Arthur (Betty), Branch LaHave; Caroll (Dolly), William Hebb Road; Rex (Patsy), Greenwood; Marguerite (Jerry Cross), Wileville; and Marjorie (Gerald Zwicker), Auburndale; 14 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and three great great-grandchildren. Henry was predeceased by his brother, Clarence; and sister, Beulah Bolivar. Henry was an active lifelong member of St. James Lutheran Church, Branch LaHave and attended service until his illness confined him to home. During his working years, Henry was employed with the Dept. of Highways, Hoffert's and Kirk's Christmas Tree Companies and the Mersey Paper Company. Henry enjoyed the country and farm life, especially working with oxen. He received numerous trophies and awards for his cattle at community fairs and exhibitions around the province. He was a lifelong member of the Maritime Ox-Pulling Association and took an active interest in local and provincial politics. Funeral services will be held in St. James Lutheran Church, Branch LaHave on Tuesday, June 7 at 2:30 p.m. Visitation will be held on Monday, June 6 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to St. James Lutheran Church or charity of choice. On-line condolences can be made at: www.sweenysfuneralhome.com.
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Sweeny's Funeral Home Ltd.