Wayne Allison Steeves
1945-2021
Wayne ” Tink” Allison Steeves,75, of Hillsborough
passed away peacefully on January 22,2021 at the Moncton Hospital with
his best friend and wife by his side.
Wayne was born in Kentville, NS on July 25th, 1945 the son
of the late Allison and Daisy (Skerry) Steeves.
Wayne owned and operated his own company, Jensen’s Exotic
Plants until his retirement in 2016. His passion
was gardening so his company was very fitting, he enjoyed his
work. He would sell plants to companies and
office buildings and tend to them as they grew. He
was a member of the Hillsborough United Church and joked that he was
asked not to sing in the choir. He was very proud of his
yard in Hillsborough and spent many hours making a trail and flower
beds for all to enjoy. Wayne spent a lot of time
in nature and was an avid fisherman. He would
spend hours bird watching and fishing on the marsh.
He was very knowledgeable about birds and people would often
call Wayne and ask about a certain bird they had seen, he
often told them all about that specific species and all about
their characteristics. Wayne enjoyed being the cook of the
family and often made a little extra when making meals, for his
crows. He was a quiet man, content sitting and observing all
that was going on. He liked to laugh and have fun, just
didn’t want to be the center of attention. He was
a member of the Tim’s Coffee club on King Street and enjoyed his
weekly morning trips to town after he retired, daily when he was
working. He met the love of his life, Jan, and the two have
had 50 wonderful years together. Everyone has ups and downs
but they made it through life depending on each other and raised a
wonderful family. He was a dedicated husband, dad and
grampy, they were his world. If you looked up Family man in
the dictionary, Wayne’s picture would be there. His wife felt blessed
everyday and some would say she was spoiled by Wayne, Jan knows how
lucky she was to have him. He cherished his children and grandchildren
and would do anything for them. He was so looking forward to
seeing Hunter graduate from RHS in June, he was so proud, he will be
there in spirit. He has left a legacy of love, caring and
kindness.
“We think about you always, we talk about you
still. You have never been forgotten and you never
will. We hold you close within our hearts and there you will
remain. To walk and guide us through our lives, Until we meet
again.”
He will be deeply missed by his wife, Jan (Lockwood)
Steeves; his daughter, Melanie Shaw (Rob Edmonds) of
Riverview and son, Mitchell Steeves (Tabitha) of Hillsborough ;
daughter-in-law, Kristy Steeves of Riverview; his treasured
grandchildren, Hunter Shaw, Hudson Shaw, Benjamin Steeves, Ari Steeves
and step-grandchildren, Sierra Edmonds and Zack Edmonds; brother,
David Steeves (Deb) of Shenstone; sisters-in-law, Patricia Steeves of
Stoney Creek and Valerie Crawford (Ron) of Lower Coverdale.
He will also be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews and many good
friends.
Besides his parents he was predeceased by his brother,
Edward.
Honouring Wayne’s own wishes there will be no visitation or
funeral service. A private family service will be held at a
later date.
For those who wish donations in Wayne’s memory to the
Atlantic Wildlife Institute or to the charity of your choice would be
greatly appreciated.
Arrangements are in the care of the Albert County Funeral
Home, 4130 route 114, Hopewell Cape, NB, E4H-3K2
734-2780
www.albertcountyfh.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Wayne Allison Steeves 19452021..
Death notice for the town of: Hopewell Cape, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick