Melvin d’Entremont
Melvin James d’Entremont affectionally known as
“Swiss”, age 73 of Lower West Pubnico, died February
28, 2021 in Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born in West
Pubnico, he was a son of the late Donald and Jane Rose
(d’Eon) d’Entremont. He is survived by
brothers, Harold (Glenda); Francois (Jocelyne) both of Lower West
Pubnico; Edgar (Nancy), Gavelton; a sister, Marcella Surette Lower
West Pubnico; sister-in-law, Carol Anne d’Entremont, Nakile
Home for Special Care, Argyle. He was predeceased by
brother, Danny; sister; Julianna; and two brothers-in-law; Flavien
Surette and Maurice LeBlanc.
Melvin was a staple in the Pubnico community, often seen
hitching a ride to the Café. It was the pleasure
of many to pick him up, as he was often up to date on the local
news. He was friendly and well liked by everyone.
Melvin had a unique one-armed wave, which was his way of greeting
everyone in the community. His presence will be missed by
everyone.
Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 there will be no
visitation. A funeral service will be held Thursday, March
4th at 2pm from St. Peter’s Roman
Catholic Church, Middle West Pubnico with Fr. Cyrille Assihou
officiating. Interment will be in the parish
cemetery. Due to COVID-19 the funeral will be for family and
invited guests only. The funeral will be live streamed on
the West Pubnico Funeral Home and Cremation Services Association
Facebook page beginning at 2pm. Donations in memory may be
made to St. Peter’s Cemetery Fund or a charity of
choice. On line condolences may be forward to the family at
westpubnicofh.com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted
to the West Pubnico Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Middle West
Pubnico. 902 762-3407
The family would like to thank the staff and residents of the
Pont du Marais Boarding Home for being so kind to Melvin during his
stay. You all were truly an extension of his
family.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Melvin d’Entremont 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Middle West Pubnico, Province: Nova Scotia