John William Bain
1930-2020
John William Bain – 89, Truro, passed away peacefully on
Sunday, July 12, 2020, at Cedarstone Enhanced Care, Truro. Born in
West Branch, Pictou County, he was the youngest son
of the late Daniel “Dan” and Christena “Tena”
(Munro) Bain.
John was a proud graduate of Pictou Academy,
Pictou and Provincial Normal College, Truro. After four long
years of teaching in rural schools around Pictou County, John decided
it was time for a career change and began working in the Accounting
Department of Acadia Trust Company (later Montreal Trust) in Truro,
retiring after 39 years with the sdame company. Being raised on the
family farm in West Branch instilled a lifelong love of animals and a
talent for growing things, and he spent countless hours tending to his
large garden and maintaining his meticulous lawn. John also had a
great appreciation for music and as an active member of the United
Church he especially loved singing with the choir.
John is survived by his son, Ian (Gina) Bain, West Branch;
daughter, Ruth (Dana) Slack, North River; grandchildren, Nick Slack,
Dartmouth; Alana Slack (JT Speelman), Morden, Kings County; Colin
Bain, Dartmouth; Brian Bain, West Branch; sisters-in-law, Marion
Blackmore, Truro; Emily (McNabb) Bain, Shirley (Weatherbie) Bain,
Tatamagouche; many nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, he was
predeceased by his wife, Doris (Blackmore); brothers, James Bain,
Richard Bain, Robert Bain; sisters, Hazel Swantee, Elizabeth Burns,
Mary Bain.
The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the
staff of Cedarstone Enhanced Care for their exceptional care and
kindness they have shown.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall –
Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, where a private family
service will be held on Friday, July 17,
2020, Reverend John Parsons officiating. Interment in West
Branch Cemetery, West Branch, Pictou County. Webcasting of the funeral
service will be open to all and may be viewed from this site at 10:55
a.m., Friday, July 17, 2020; this link will remain active for
some time after the funeral. To access the webcast, click on
“Video of Funeral” link to the left of this
obituary.
If so desired, donations in John’s memory
to Brunswick Street United Church or a charity of
choice are welcomed. Private messages of condolence may be
sent to the family by viewing John’s obituary on-line and
selecting “Send A Condolence” at:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of John William Bain 19302020..
Death notice for the town of: Truro, Province: Nova Scotia