Harold Gary Embree
1941-2020
It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing
of Harold Gary Embree, age 79, of
Economy, NS, formerly of Springhill, NS. Gary passed away at home on
Monday, October 19, 2020 while surrounded by his loving
family.
Born in Springhill, NS, he was a son of the late Buck and
Hazel (Legere) Embree.
At the age of 17, Gary’s father and uncles passed away in
«The Bump», forcing him into the role of Patriarch to his
siblings and helping to shape his life moving forward. Gary faced life
with vigor, taking on any job that came his way, from digging ditches,
to working in the mines, to working for the Department of Highways. He
loved to barter, often trading his «junk» for someone else’s
«junk» that he would treasure until the next trade. Gary was
an avid outdoors man, hunting, fishing, and just spending time in the
woods. Bass fishing at «The Cove» became his passion after
moving to Economy some 20 years ago. Gary had a story and life lesson
for every moment that always led to a joke and would make everyone
laugh. He loved his bonfires, family gatherings, dancing, playing
cards, and hanging out with his boys in the garage. A special thanks
to his brother Paul who helped him put his life story to words, and
have it published for his friends and family.
He will be dearly missed by his wife Victoria
«Vickie», Economy; children Roger (Kim), Sackville, NB,
Kevin, Debert, NS, Tracey (Michael) Dartmouth, NS, Jason (Charlene),
Debert, NS; 18 grandchildren, and 18 great grandchildren; siblings
Eddie (Rose), Springhill, NS, Brenda (John) Hunter, Springhill, NS,
Lois (Fred) Miller, Springhill, NS, Laurie King, Halifax, NS, Paul
(Chris), Sackville, NB, and Sherry (Dan) Calder, Truro, NS; brother in
law Russell (Sherry) Rector, Amherst, NS.
He was predeceased by his great grandson Zachariah Parsons as
well as siblings Reggie, Sharon Embree, Janice Casey, and Karen
Purdy.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of
A.H. Brown Funeral Home, 5 McFarlane
Street, Springhill, (902 597 2361). Cremation has taken place. There
will be no visitation or funeral at this time.
Donations in memory of Gary may be made to the Colchester
VON.
Many thanks to doctors, Dr. Henderson, Dr. Rowe, nurse Angela
McDonnell, Special Care Coordinator Cheryl Stevens, the various VON
Nurses, and his angel and daughter Tracey for her special
support.
Sharing of memories and condolences may be sent to the family
by visiting Gary’s online memorial at www.brownsfuneralhome.com or
through the A H Brown Funeral Home Facebook
Page.
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Décès pour la Ville: Springhill, Province: Nova Scotia