Gary David
Quillan – 70, Truro,
passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at Halifax
Infirmary, QEII. Born in Sheet Harbour, he was a son of the late Lloyd
and Hazel (Coady) Quillan.
An avid outdoorsman and music lover, Gary enjoyed spending
time at the cottage in Marshville, fly fishing and attending music
festivals, especially Stan Fest. He thoroughly enjoyed playing the
guitar and listening to Maritime folk music, East Coast music and CBC
Radio One. He faithfully followed and cheered on The Pittsburg
Penquins. « Out in the shed » was Gary’s happy
place, and he and his dog, Baylee would spend countless hours out
there relaxing, watching the comings and goings and enjoying each
other’s company. Above all, Gary loved his family and
cherished time spent with his grandson, Blake.
Gary is survived by his loving wife, Deborah
« Debbie » (Doleman); daughter, Shannon Quillan, Lantz;
grandson, Blake Lumsden, Lantz; step-daughter, Amber Lynds, Eastern
Passage; sisters, Betty Ann (Stanley) MacDonald, Sheet Harbour; Agnes
Caulier, Halifax; Eileen Quillan, Halifax; Janet Quillan, Halifax;
Marjorie « Marge » (Charles) Neslon, Saint John, New
Brunswick; Clare Harbury, Hamilton, Ontario; brother, Douglas Quillan
(Thelma), Dartmouth; several nieces, nephews and
cousins.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall –
Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, where Gary’s
family will receive friends from 2-2:45 p.m., Sunday, November 7,
2021, followed by a celebration of Gary’s life at 3 p.m.,
Reverend Valerie Kingsbury officiating.
(Please note that proof of double vaccination
and photo identification will be requested prior to entry to the
funeral home for the celebration of life service, and masks must be
worn at all times; thank you for your co-operation and
understanding.)Webcasting of the funeral service will
be available at 2:55 p.m., Sunday, November 7, 2021, and will remain
on this website for some time.
If so desired, donations in Gary’s memory to
Multiple Sclerosis Society are welcomed. Private messages of
condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Gary’s
obituary on-line and selecting « Send A Condolence » at:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
1950 2021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Gary David Quillan 1950 2021..
Décès pour la Ville: Truro, Province: Nova Scotia