Lawrence’s Obituary
HOLMES, Lawrence Herbert of Sandy Point passed away December 12, 2021. Born on September 2, 1927 he was a son of the late Wellington and Janie (Goodick) Holmes.
He lived all of his 94 years in the house on the hill, by the lighthouse. He started working in his teens going fishing with his brother Nelson. In his spare time he would build small boats with his father. He worked at Ven-Rez for a number of years and then he went into boat building full time. During this time building wooden boats, he built with his nephew Larry Bower & then later with his wife. He really enjoyed boat building and he built wooden boats for people all over the Maritimes. He was also the Light keeper for the Sandy Point Lighthouse for a few years. His two passions in life were his family and working.
He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Ginevra, sons; Lawrence (Juanita), Timothy (Debbie), Jeffrey (Roxanne) all who reside in Sandy Point. Grandchildren; Adam, Lacosta, Natasha, Brandi and Christopher. Great-grandchildren; Aidan, Isaiah, Mason, Ryder, Laine, Cole, Chloe, Lexa, Saylor and Rogan. Several nephews and nieces.
Besides his parents he was predeceased by his siblings; Netson, Kathryn, Doris and Bert.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of H.M. Huskilson’s Funeral Home, Shelburne from where a private family funeral service will take place on Wednesday, December 15th at 2:00 pm with Minister Mr. Albert Clark and close friend Mr. Simon Seeber officiating. Interment to follow at Dall Cemetery, Sandy Point. No visitation by request. For those attending Covid-19 protocols such as proof of vaccination and the wearing of mask will be in place. A live feed will be aired for those unable to attend the service and link posted on the obituary prior to the service beginning.
Special thanks to Dr. Keeler and the nurses and staff of Roseway Hospital who were all so good to Lawrence during his stay at the hospital.
In lieu of flowers it has been requested if you wish to make a donation please do so to a charity of choice. On-line condolences may be left for the family at www.huskilson.net
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September 02 1927 December 12 2021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Lawrence Herbert Holmes September 02 1927 December 12 2021..
H.M.Huskilson funeral homes and crematorium
Décès pour la Ville: Shelburne, Province: Nova Scotia