Wilfred Steeves
It is with sadness that the family announce the passing of
Wilfred Steeves on December 17 at the Saint John Regional Hospital,
following a long battle with cancer, at the age of 77. Husband of the
late Lola Steeves (Smith) for 54 years. Wilfred was born at the family
farm at Steeves Settlement, the second child of Dawson and Bessie
(McLeod) Steeves. He was predeceased by his wife Lola (2016), daughter
Elaine (2012) and his parents.
Wilfred is survived by his daughter Gwen (Jeff) Chase;
grandchildren: Curtis (Melissa) and Katelynn Chase, Ben (Shawnesty),
Michael (Gillian), Jonathan (Dakota) Steeves; beloved sister, Joan
MacKinley; his special friend, Lorna Roy; son-in-law, Brian Steeves
(Marcheta); his buddies, Tom and Syd; and several nieces, nephews,
cousins and friends.
Wilfred was employed at Saint John Ship Building for 32
years. Following his retirement he enjoyed the job of visitation
Pastor at Rothesay Baptist Church for 13 1/2 years. Wilfred was a
member of True Life Church (formerly Rothesay Baptist Church) for over
50 years. During that time he served as a Deacon, a choir member,
Christian Service Brigade leader, coordinator of the Seniors Club 60
group and he was the treasurer of the cemetery for 40 years. He was
very active at the Steeves Settlement Baptist Church for several
years. Wilfred also looked forward to and really enjoyed gatherings of
family and friends at the homestead farm and any place that they were
gathered.
He was a member of the Monarchist League of Canada. He met
the Queen in 2002 in Sussex and received the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee
medal in 2012 for community service.
Wilfred had a good sense of humour, he enjoyed playing the
organ/piano in various churches. He enjoyed his flower
gardens that were used for several weddings.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of
Kennebecasis Community Funeral Home, 152 Pettingill
Road, Quispamsis, NB (849-2119) where visitation will
take place on Tuesday, December 19th from 7-9pm and Wednesday,
December 20th from 2-4pm and
6-8pm.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at True Life
Church, 30 Vincent Road, Quispamsis, NB on December 21st at 11am. If
desired donations in memory of Wilfred may be made to Hope for
Wildlife in Seaforth, NS or to a charity of the donors choice. Online
condolences can be made at www.kennebecasisfh.com.

Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Wilfred Steeves 2017.source

Décès pour la Ville: Saint John, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick

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