Walter Swinamer
1936-2018
John
Walter Fraser (Walter) Swinamer, 82, passed away peacefully at Glen
Haven Manor with his family by his side, on Sunday April 15, 2018.
Born January 8th, 1936 in Island East River,
Pictou Co., he was the son of the late Annabelle (Robertson) and Ross
Swinamer, and the brother to Carl (Plymouth, Pictou Co) and the late
Hugh.
Walter moved to Toronto in his late teens, where he
would soon meet the love of his life of 58 years, Marie (Jack)
Swinamer. It is here that they would bring into this world their two
girls; Susan (Murray Kean), and Debbie (Swinamer) Wood. After a few
years of working with Silverwoods Dairy, Walter and Marie moved back
to NS, where they would add two boys, Wally and Rick (Roxanne)
Swinamer, which would complete their
family.
After settling back at home with his family in Pictou
County, Walter became employed at Trenton Works and Scotsburn
Dairy. With various jobs in between, Walter would later
purchase Ralph’s Catering Truck, where he was well known for his
pleasant personality and humor around the
community.
In his younger days, Walter enjoyed hunting, fishing,
a good camp trip and a cold beer while listening to some classic
country. He was a member of the Zion Presbyterian Church, Eureka, and
Stellarton Legion for many years, where he was an avid dart
player.
Anyone that knew Walter, will remember him for his
quick witt, smart comebacks and much appreciated
compliments.
Walter was a devoted and loving husband, father,
grandfather and great-grandfather. He thought the world of his family.
There is nothing he would not have done for his children and seven
grandchildren. His two young great-grandchildren were the apples of
his eye. He held a special place in his heart for his many nieces and
nephews. Walter was also grateful for his chosen daughter, Debbie
Walsh.
Funeral arrangements have been made with H.W. Angus
Funeral Home in NG, for Friday April 20th 2018 at 2pm. Visitation will
be held from 6-8pm, Thursday April 19th, 2018 at Angus Funeral
Home.
Donations in Walters name may be made to the Aberdeen
Hospital Palliative Care Society or charity of ones
choice.
Family flowers only.
www.angusfuneralhomes.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Walter Swinamer 19362018.source
Death notice for the town of: Stellarton, Province: Nova Scotia