A Celebration of life for the late Harry Libbey will be held
on Saturday, September 11, 2021, at the New Maryland Centre from 7 pm
until 11 pm. Family Sharing of Memories will take place
between 7:30 and 8:30 pm. A reception with food, various beverages and
a « cash only bar » will be provided during the event.
Please join us to share some stories, dance or toast in honour of
Harry and his fun-loving spirit.
It is with extreme sadness that the family of Harry Allison
Libbey announces his unexpected passing on Apr 9, 2020 at the Dr.
Everett Chalmers Hospital in Fredericton, New
Brunswick.
Harry was the eldest child of Glen Alison Libbey and Lila
Mary Tucker. He was predeceased by his parents and siblings: John
Dale, twins Mary Elizabeth and John Douglas, and his daughter
Rosalinde.
Harry will be sadly missed by his wife of 59 years Jackie
(Hossack), his daughters Heather (David Woo) and Sandra (Shawn
Pickard), his grandson Liam and of course his white kitty. He will
also be missed and fondly remembered by several sisters and
brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and lifelong
friends.
Although he was born in Fredericton and proudly spent his
entire life in Fredericton, Harry had a special fondness for his many
relatives from the Miramichi.
Determined to do it ‘his way’, over the
years, Harry founded his businesses: Eastern Pavement
Markings, Eastern Electric, and All-Nu
Renovations. He was never satisfied sitting still
and happily ran his business well into his late
70’s. Although he was a few months shy of his 79th
birthday, he usually acted like he was still 21 years of
age.
Harry was a proud member of many communities and
organizations including the Village of New Maryland, Boy Scouts, Royal
Canadian Legion Branch #4, Epsilon Wise Men’s Club, Knights of
Columbus, and Ducks Unlimited. Harry will also be
remembered for his long involvement with the Fredericton Exhibition
where he ran his Crown and Anchor table for years and a canteen in
earlier days. His love of the FREX courtesy of his
grandfather’s business – The Libbey
Shows.
If Harry couldn’t reach you by phone (which he was
always on), he could always find you with his ear-piercing
whistle. He will forever be remembered by his good-natured
humor, joking around and singing while contently working all hours of
the day and night.
With an outgoing personality, everyone knew when Harry Libbey
was « In the House ». He often put his own needs aside to help
others, so few were not touched by his kindness and
generosity. It is not surprising that Harry was blessed with
many friends and numerous acquaintances throughout New Brunswick and
the rest of the Maritimes.
Due to the current Public Advisory regarding COVID-19, there
will be no funeral service or visitation at this time. A
slideshow with pictures of Harry may be viewed at vimeo.com/406902435/c97fd3bb94/
True to Harry’s nature, a funeral and Celebration
to commemorate his life will be held at a yet-to-be-determined time
and place when it is safe to do so. Until then, toast Harry safely at
home to songs such as « King of the Road » or « My
Way ».
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made
to the Canadian Mental Health Association and or the Fredericton
SPCA.
1941 2020
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de **UPDATED** Harry Allison Libbey 1941 2020..
Décès pour la Ville: Fredericton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick