Percy A. Wheaton
1936-2019
Percy A. Wheaton, 83 years of
age, of Amherst, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 26, 2019
at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. Born in Joggins, he was
a son of the late Perley & Julia (Legere)
Wheaton.
Percy was a member of the Amherst Fire Department for over 35
years reaching the rank of Captain. Percy served in the Canadian
Reserves and was a member of the First Battalion Nova Scotia
Highlanders. He was active in sports, he enjoyed darts, curling,
baseball & bowling. Percy had a sharp mind and never forgot a
face or name. Percy was heavily involved with Muscular Dystrophy over
the years.
Percy will be sadly missed by his wife of 64 years, Ruth, son
Michael (Peggy) of Sackville, NB, Shawn of Amherst, NS, Kim Wheaton
(Chris) of Brookdale, Kathy Chapman (Vaughan) of Hastings, NS,
grandchildren, Nicole (Domenic), Cari (Jeremy), Matthew (Emily), Mark
(Vanessa), Jessica (Anthony); great grandchildren, Willow &
Wilder; sister, Anna McClary of River Hebert, NS , brother, Darrell
(Hilda) of River Hebert, NS; several nieces &
nephews.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sons, Timmy
& Todd and a brother, Archie, brother in law, Earl
“Bunn” McClary.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of
Jones Family Funeral Centre, 70 Church
St., Amherst, NS (902-667-8777). No visitation by request. A
Celebration of Percy’s life will be held at a later
date.
Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to
the Muscular Dystrophy Canada. Sharing of memories and condolences may
be sent to the family by visiting Percy’s online memorial at
www.jonesfamilyfuneral.ca or through the Jones Family Funeral Centre Facebook
Page.
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Death notice for the town of: Amherst, Province: Nova Scotia