Walter Avery Jr. «Bugs» Ruggles
1959-2021
Walter Avery Jr. «Bugs» Ruggles- age
62, of Black Rock, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 17, 2021,
at home. Born in Victoria Harbour, Aylesford, NS, he was a son of the
late Walter and Doreen (Sanford) Ruggles.
He is
survived by his wife of 38 years, Helen Ruggles; children, Stephanie
Ruggles (Tim Johnson), Woodville, Barrett Ruggles (partner),
Waterville, Jacqueline Ruggles (Luke Sanford), New Minas, Allison
Ruggles, Black Rock; sisters, Lois Ruggles, Middleton, Carol (Mark)
Kennedy, Waterville; five grandchildren; nieces and
nephews.
His pride
and joy were his five grandchildren, Walker and Jackson Ruggles,
Leahanna, Sylas and Emily Sanford.
He was
employed for 30 years with Larsens. He was also a horse trader for
many years. Bugs liked to chase the deal, he had the gift to gab and
loved to tell stories. He enjoyed horse pulls, flea markets, going to
town for tea and the beer store.
In addition
to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Dale; sisters,
Janet Ogilvie, Joyce Oickle; and grandson, Ashton
Ruggles.
Cremation
has taken place and there will be no funeral service, by request. A
potluck gathering will be held at 1178 Woodville Road, Lakeville, on
Sunday, August 29, 2021, from 1-4 p.m. Everyone is invited to bring a
chair, social gathering restrictions and Covid-19 protocol will be
followed.
Donations in
memory may be made to Western Nova Scotia Horse Association, Kings
West Soccer or Timbits Minor Sports. Arrangements have been entrusted
to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.
On-line condolences and inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.
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19592021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Walter Avery Jr Bugs Ruggles 19592021..
Décès pour la Ville: Kentville, Province: Nova Scotia