Loris Geldart
1935-2021
Loris Ralph Geldart, 85, of Elgin,
passed away peacefully at his home with his beloved wife by his side.
Born in River View, NB he was the son of the late Christopher and
Gladys (Shaffer) Geldart.
He attended school at Churchill School
and Elgin Rural School. In his early years he was employed on various
jobs, including retail salesman, mill worker, truck driver and heavy
equipment operator.
In 1958 he enlisted in the RCAF and
after basic training at CFB St. Jean, QE, he trained as a Radar
technician at 1R&CS Clinton. After graduation he began his
career at RCAF Station, St. Margarets, NB followed by a posting to CFB
Ramore, ON. In 1963 he returned to Elgin and married Barbara E.
Graves. After completing his tour at Ramore, he was again posted to
CFB St. Margarets for two years, and then to a remote posting in CFB
Armstrong, ON. Upon completing his year of isolated duty, he moved
west to CFB Sioux Lookout, ON where he and his wife enjoyed six years
of work and play. When the time came to leave, they ventured west to
CFS Holberg on the north tip of Vancouver Island for two years. Next,
to 23 Norad Region Duluth, Minn for a three year tour, then CFS
Sydney, NS. In 1981, to CFB Kingston, ON, to the radar school and in
1984 he returned to CFS St. Margarets, where he served until it closed
in 1985.
After retirement he settled in Elgin and
produced maple syrup alongside his father. Loris always had a love for
sports and in younger years played hockey, softball, enjoyed fishing,
hunting, and almost any activity that could be done outdoors. After
joining the service he began playing golf and curling and became very
immersed in curling, both as a curler and ice maker in various rinks.
He had been a Royal Canadian Legion member since 1962 and member of
Petitcodiac Kiwanis since 1987. He has served on boards at Kodiac
Place and Jordan LifeCare. He has always been a community minded
person and for his service he received the Queen’s Jubilee
Medal.
He was a devoted guitar player and
singer, playing with many musicians. He shared his love for music with
many people, and formed many lasting friendships while playing with
other musicians. Loris, along with the support of his wife Barbara,
was blessed with a great adventurist life and always enjoyed
communicating with the many folks they met along the way. In
retirement, he became a member of the All Saints Anglican Church
Parish of Salisbury and Havelock, and was caretaker for a time and
member of the Choir.
Survived by his loving wife of 58 years,
Barbara (Graves) Geldart; sister-in-law, Margaret Purdy; several
nieces, nephews and many good friends across North
America.
Predeceased by his parents and sister,
Marion Bannister.
A private family service will be held at
The Salisbury Funeral Home (506-372-4800) with Rev. Chris Hayes
officiating. Covid-19 restrictions in place. A web-link to livestream
the service will appear on the funeral home website on Thursday, May
13, 2021 at 11am. Interment will be in All Saints Anglican Cemetery,
Church’s Corner, NB. If desired, memorials to the All Saints
Anglican Church would be appreciated.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Loris Geldart 19352021..
Death notice for the town of: Petitcodiac, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick