Whidden, John Howard, age 73, of
Antigonish, passed away peacefully at home on November 17, 2022. The
son of the late Albert and Isabel Whidden, John dedicated much of his
life to running the family’s campground and rentals business
in Antigonish.
Those in the community will
remember his soft demeanour and ability to make things happen with
seemingly little effort. He was a pillar of the community
and a key player in countless projects over the years, previously
holding the position of president for both the Antigonish Chamber of
Commerce and the Campground Owners Association of Nova Scotia. Until
his health no longer permitted it, John was an active member at St.
James United Church, where he served as an elder and held many
positions over his decades of service.
He is survived by his son, Andrew (Alisha Gurney) in
Antigonish; daughter, Susan in Charlottetown; and stepdaughter,
Jessica with her children in Ottawa; sister, Dayle Humphreys,
Antigonish; and Edgar, Kelowna, BC.
He is predeceased by his wife, Alana, and numerous brothers
and sisters.
Visitation will be held Tuesday from 2 to 6pm in C.L. Curry
Funeral Home, 135 College St., Antigonish. As per his wishes, a
private funeral will be held for family, after which his ashes will be
laid to rest in the St. James & St. Paul Cemetery.
Family flowers only, please, but donations may be made to the
St. Martha’s Regional Hospital Foundation, St. James United
Church, or a charity of your choice. Online condolences:
www.clcurry.com.
1949 2022
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de John Howard Whidden 1949 2022..
Décès pour la Ville: Antigonish, Province: Nova Scotia