Obituary of John Manley

John Robert "Jack" Manley 75, Hebbs Cross, Lunenburg County, passed away July 3, 2006 in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in St. Catherine’s Ontario, he was a son of the late James and Jillian (Dempsey) Manley. He was an avid fisherman, gardener and loved wildlife. He left the RCN in 1950 and went to work for an electrical contractor in Halifax, where he soon became electrical supervisor on many capital projects in Nova Scotia. In 1967, he became employed with the Electrical Department at Bowater Mersey Paper Company, where he worked until his retirement in 1990. He was a member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 24, Bridgewater for over 40 years. Surviving are his step-daughters Renee (Wayne) Cook, Margie (Doug) Rafuse, Joanne (James) Whynot, all of Bridgewater; son Peter John Arthur Manley, Calgary; cousin Evelyn, Toronto; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wives, Kathleen E. (Morgan); Molly E. (Leverington). Following Jack’s wishes, cremation has taken place under the direction of Sweeny’s Funeral Home, Bridgewater. There will be no visitation at the funeral home by request. A public graveside service will be held Wednesday, July 12 at 11:30am in the Brookside Cemetery, Bridgewater, Father Robert Coote officiating. Flowers will be accepted. Memorial Donations may be made to the Arthritis Society of Nova Scotia or the Canadian Cancer Society. On-line condolences may be made by visiting www.sweenyfuneralhome.com