Arthur D. MacIntyre
1958-2020
It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Arthur
David MacIntyre on November 8, 2020, at age 62.
Art was born in Belleville, Ontario, to parents Geraldine and
late Robert MacIntyre. He is remembered lovingly by his sister and her
husband, Larissa and Richard Bailey, and late brother Rob MacIntyre.
Uncle to Elenna, Jared, Cara, Ian, Colin and Bobby, and great-uncle to
Everley. He is survived by his two daughters, who miss him dearly,
Shelby and Leah MacIntyre. He will be sadly missed by partner Elan and
her daughter Lison Chandler.
Art moved to St. Andrews shortly after graduating from the
University of Guelph in 1981. His love of the ocean directed him to
the small seaside town where he worked as a marine biologist until his
passing. His life revolved around the ocean, and he was happiest at
sea.
He was a man of many talents: he was an avid scuba-diver,
underwater videographer, bagpiper, and wood crafter. He loved sports:
he played rugby, football, and lacrosse in his younger days and played
hockey well into his 50’s. Art was a lifelong learner and
teacher, especially if the subject matter pertained to the biological
sciences.
Art was involved with the community in many ways. He was a
member of the local theatre group that would perform comedy plays
every other year. He always asked to be cast in very particular roles:
the more ridiculous, outrageous, and embarrassing, the better. He
would bagpipe for town events, including Canada Day parades, Christmas
tree lighting ceremonies, and Remembrance Days, truly any reason to
put the kilt on. Those who knew him knew that December was a very
magical time of year for him.
Here is to you, Art. You will be so missed by everyone who
has ever been fortunate enough to get to know you. Your generosity and
kindness will continue to radiate through this town for years to come.
He would often recite a famous Scottish saying: « Lang may yer lum
reek » which translates to « Long may your chimney
smoke ». While his chimney smoke went out far sooner than we would
have liked, his fire will remain in our hearts.
Due to public health restrictions, services will be postponed
to the summer of 2021. Those who wish to make donations in
Art’s memory may do so on his behalf to the Great Fundy
Coastal Cleanup Project through the Nature Trust of New
Brunswick.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at
www.mehanfuneralhome.ca
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Arthur D MacIntyre 19582020..
Décès pour la Ville: St-Stephen, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick