Raymond « Ray » Gallant
1942-2021
It is with deep sadness that we announce
the passing of Raymond Edward Gallant,
age 78, of Amherst, NS. Ray passed away on Saturday, March
27, 2021 at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre, with family by
his side.
Born in Amherst, he was a son of the
late Albert and Etta (Benjamin) Gallant.
Ray received many awards during his
administrative career in Cumberland County and Yarmouth. While in
Yarmouth, he always looked forward to attending his poker
club. Affectionately known as Papa to his grandchildren, he
loved taking them on adventures when they were little.
Ray is survived by his wife of 54 years
Judy (nee Casey), Amherst, NS; daughter Laura (Don) Rae, Fall River,
NS; grandchildren Meagan (Ryan Renshaw), Emma, Evan (Emma W.) and
Brittanie (Matt) McKenzie; great grandchildren Nicholas, Thomas, Jax,
Jaxon and Lydia; sister-in-law Linda (Gilbert) Arseneau, Riverview,
NB, their children Tammy and Shawn; nephew and niece Billy and Cindy
Gallagher as well as several great nieces and great
nephews.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased
by son Jeffery and daughter Suzanne Rae Gallant; sister Theresa and
her daughter Terry.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the
Jones Family Funeral Centre, 70 Church
Street, Amherst, NS (902-667-8777). A private family
committal service will be held at a later date. In keeping
with Ray’s wishes, there will be no public visiting or funeral
service.
Donations in memory of Ray may be made
to the LA Animal Shelter.
Sharing of memories and condolences may
be sent to the family by visiting Ray’s online memorial at
www.jonesfamilyfuneralcentre.ca or through the Jones Family Funeral Centre
Facebook Page.
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Décès pour la Ville: Amherst, Province: Nova Scotia