Obituary of Lincoln Lohnes

Lincoln Eugene Lohnes It is with sadness that the family of Lincoln Lohnes announces his peaceful passing on Dec. 24 2007 at the Veteran’s Unit, Fisherman’s Memorial Hospital, Lunenburg. Lincoln was born in Upper Northfield on December 12, 1924 to the late Winslow and Nellie (Penney) Lohnes. He leaves to mourn his loving wife of 62 years, Hope (Oickle), daughter Cathy (Fred), Upper Northfield; granddaughter Michelle (Chris), Berwick; grandson Chris (Carrie), Illinois and great-grandson Braeden. He also leaves to mourn sisters Helen Silver, Oakhill; Phyllis Joudrey, Hillside Pines and Margery (Donald) Cook, Bridgewater; many nieces and nephews and a host of friends. He was predeceased by brother Owen and infant sister Marilyn. Lincoln joined the Canadian Army in November 1943 and served overseas with the North Shore (New Brunswick) Regiment. He was wounded during the course of his service, returning to Canada in April 1945 and discharged in July 1945. Lincoln was known to many as the co-owner and operator of Lohnes & Zwicker Massey Ferguson dealership on the South Shore. Lincoln was a life member of Branch 24 Legion, Bridgewater and held several post, including President and at the time of his death, Honorary President. An avid outdoorsman, Lincoln spent many hours fishing and hunting, enjoyed frequent visits to his camp in Pleasant River and was a life member of Mic Mac Rod & Gun Club, Wentzell Lake. After his retirement, Lincoln honed his curling and golfing skills, becoming an accomplished woodworker and enjoyed the company of fellow campers and bluegrassers during the many rallies he attended. Lincoln was a friend to many and will be missed by all. Visitation will be held at Sweeny’s Funeral Chapel, Bridgewater 7 – 9 Thursday with a public Legion Tribute at 7pm. A public graveside service will be held 2pm Friday in Hillside Cemetery, Upper Northfield, Rev. Gustafson officiating. Family flowers only, please. Memorial donations may be made to the Veterans Unit Van Fund at Fisherman’s Memorial Hospital, Lunenburg, or the Veterans’ Memorial Park, Bridgewater. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.sweenysfuneralhome.com