James ‘Buddy’ Boone
1937-2020
James Roy “Buddy” Boone, age 83, of
Trenton, passed away Monday, October 19, 2020, at home. Born in New
Glasgow, he was a son of the late Percy and Dorothy Boone. He worked
as a mechanic at V8 Motors and retired from Nova Scotia Power Trenton
Generating Plant in 1994. He served in the Canadian Armed Forces with
the RCEME for several years. He was an avid supporter of the Cadet
movement. He was an amateur radio operator, VE1VRM; a train lover
“no other way to fly except by train”; and was very
happy when he got his flying license. He was a member of the Maranatha
Bible Church. Buddy will be remembered as a kind, generous man who was
loved by many. He had the ability to make friends with anyone and
would stop and talk for a short or lengthy conversation. He loved
country music, was a great fan of Hank Snow and the Gaithers; he
played accordion and guitar and in his early years, played in a band.
He loved animals, especially his cat “Cuddles”. He
is survived by his wife, Vivian (Aikens); daughters: Janet,
Stellarton; Susan, New Glasgow; son, David, New Glasgow;
sister-in-law, Myrna Boone. He was predeceased by his parents,
brother, Harold and a sister in infancy. Special thanks to the
Weatherbie families and Tee Roberts for their thoughtful acts of
kindness. Thanks to Dr. Park for many years of compassion and care;
Dr. Kwasnik and the palliative care nurses; VON nurses and homecare.
Visitation 1-1:45 pm Friday, in Maranatha Bible Church, 490
Abercrombie Road, New Glasgow, followed by funeral service at 2pm,
with Pastor Jerry Stearns officiating. Those attending must wear a
mask and practise social distancing. Seating for the funeral is
limited and will be on a first come first serve basis. Burial will
follow in Hillside Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to a
charity of choice. Arrangements are under the direction of the R.H.
Porter Funeral Home.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of James ‘Buddy’ Boone 19372020..
Death notice for the town of: Trenton, Province: Nova Scotia