Allan MacKinnon
1920-2018
MacKinnon, Allan, 97, of
Truro; With great sorrow we announce the
passing of Allan Mackinnon who passed away peacefully on Thursday,
February 1, 2018, at the Colchester East Hants Health Centre Truro.
Born on 1920 in Truro, he was a son of the late Malcolm and Mary S.
(MacInnis) MacKinnon. He was a long-time member of the St. James
Presbyterian Church in Truro, serving many years on The Board of
Session. He was employed for over 40 years in the Motive Power
Department of the C.N.R. He also served in the R.C.N. VR during the
Second World War. He was a member and Past Master of Truro Lodge #112
A.F. and A.M. and P.D.D.G.M. for Colchester County. While at Wynn Park
Al walked 1200 plus miles. He was always known as a Gentleman who
loved his family, and also had an incredible mind and memory and was
known for his great story telling. He will be missed by all who knew
and loved him. Surviving are his sons, Robert A. (Ann), Balloch,
Scotland, Dave S. (Sandra), Tatamagouche; grandsons, Paul, Scott;
great-grandsons, Parker, Hayden, Braydon, Ethan; Sister-in-law, Audrey
MacKinnon; 8 nieces and 5 nephews. He was predeceased by his wife,
Constance of 68 years; brothers, Alex, Archie, Silas, Malcolm Edward,
Neil, Malcolm Rod. Cremation has taken place under the direction of
the Mattatall ~ Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street Truro. No
visitation by request of deceased. A public graveside service and
interment for both Allan and Constance, will be held in September
2018, in the Watson Cemetery Truro. Family flowers only. Donations in
Allan’s memory can be made to Watson Cemetery, c/o R.V.
MacKay, 1219 Prince Street Truro, or to a charity of your choice.
Private messages of condolence can be sent to the family by viewing
Allan’s obituary and selecting “Send A Condolence”
at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Allan MacKinnon 19202018.source
Death notice for the town of: Truro, Province: Nova Scotia