It is with heavy hearts that the family of Stanley Edward Fortune announces his peaceful passing that occurred on Thrsday September 26, 2019 at his residence in Rowley, NB.
Born 1934 in Saint John, he was the son of the late Walter and Sadie (Gibb) Fortune and husband of the late Winnifred “Winnie” Fortune. Stanley worked as an Electrical Engineer at the SJ Dry Dock for many years and was a lifetime member of Silver Falls Church.
Stanley will be greatly missed by his children Dawn (Art) Richard, Paul O’Donnell and Roger (Margie) O’Donnell; siblings Inez Hunter and Stephen (Joan) Fortune; brothers-in-law Bert (Barb) Winsor and Rev. David (Margo) Winsor; sisters-in-law Joyce Wayling and Maxine Tobin; grandchildren Tanya Moran, Stan Richard, Megan and Michael O’Donnell; great-grandchildren Lucas, Ben and Jenna; several nieces and nephews and close family friend Lorna Cress.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by his brother George (Doris) Fortune and brother-in-law David Hunter.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to all the Doctors who gave Stanley such wonderful care throughout the years. Special thank you to Dr. J. Tracey for the compassion you’ve shown Stan, especially during his final days. We would also like to thank Emile and Susan Arsenault for their kindness and compassion.
Arrangements are under the direction of Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Rd. At his request there will be no visitation or funeral service. A private family interment will be held at a later date. Donations in his memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, SJRH Foundation or the charity of one’s choice.
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Donations may be made to:
Canadian Cancer Society – Saint John/Kings Unit
133 Prince William Street, Saint John NB E2L 3T5
Email: ccsnb@nb.cancer.ca
Web: www.cancer.ca
Contact:
Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation
PO Box 2100, Saint John, NB E2L 4L2,
Tel: 506-648-6400
Email: FOUND@reg2.health.nb.ca
Web: www.thegive.ca
email:sjrh.foundation@horizonnb.ca
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Stanley Fortune..
Death notice for the town of: Saint-John, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick