Obituary Overview
Guy Thomas Ouellet
Guy Thomas, Ouellet, 92. It is with heavy hearts that the family of Guy Thomas Ouellet announce his peaceful passing on Thursday, April 19, 2018, at his home in Hubley, Nova Scotia. Born on December 21, 1925, in Loretteville, Quebec, Guy is predeceased by his wife Phyllis (Nevin), his granddaughter Elizabeth Ryan, his parents, Edouard and Alice, his brother Bernard and his sister Louise. He is survived by his children Catherine Ouellet, Pierre Ouellet (Pam), Stephen Ouellet (Linda), Michelle Ryan (Mike), Jacqueline Ouellet; his five grandchildren Christian, Solange, Jonathon, Alyssa, and Guylaine; his three great-grandchildren Lillian, Veruca, and Linnea; his brothers Roger and Henri and his sister Pauline.
After a short stint in the Army, Guy joined the Navy. During his Naval career he had many postings including a period served in the Korean War. He was posted in Halifax for most of his Navy life but he was transferred to Ottawa in 1969 until 1971. From Ottawa he was transferred to Victoria until 1972 when he retired from the Navy. He then returned to Halifax where he worked for the Canadian Coast Guard at Chebucto Head until his retirement in 1987.
Guy did not slow down during his retirement. He enjoyed keeping busy and was actively involved with many organizations. He was a member of the choir of St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Church (Scared Heart Parish), volunteered with the Margaret Centre, was a member of the Chiefs and Petty Officers Association, the Navy League, the Nights of Columbus, as well as many other associations.
Guy lived a very long and fruitful life. His unfailing generosity, kindness and humbleness, his dedication to others, and his determination to never stop doing the things he loved, are many of the virtuous characteristics that all who knew him will remember forever. He will be forever missed.
Visitation will be held on Monday, April 23 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm in Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd. Halifax.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 24 at 10:00 am in St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Church, 18 Scholars Rd. Upper Tantallon, NS., reception to follow in the church hall. Donation may be made to a charitu of your choice.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Guy Thomas Ouellet 2018.source
Décès pour la Ville: Halifax, Province: Nova Scotia
