John William Harding
Born May 27, 1934 in Cains Point- Passed away at the Tabusintac Nursing Home on January 31, 2022 at the age of 87.
John was the son of the late Robert B. and Lydia Harding. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.
He was predeceased by his sisters Edna Mae and Hamlyn and her husband Jim, his brothers Earl, Gerald, Roy and his wife Ruth, Wilmot, Lorne, Chelsey and his wife Lucy and Reginald.
He is survived by sister in laws Calma (Late Lorne) and Evelyn (Late Wilmot). He was a loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Faye, Debbie and David were blessed enough to be his constant supporters
John was a proud Veteran serving with the United Nations in Egypt and Cyprus where he was wounded. When he returned home, he obtained his pilot license. He was happiest when he was flying. He worked out of Ontario for Ministries of Ontario in Natural Resources. When he retired, he moved back home he and he his private plane took up residency in Miramichi, where he continued to fly out of the Miramichi Airport.
John was a avid Musician, playing fiddle, mandolin and guitar. The love of music carried on even when at the Nursing Home, where he would play on Friday Nights.
John was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #47, Tabusintac and C.O.P.A flight 39 Miramichi N.B.
At the request of the family there will be no Visitation. A Graveside Service will be held Saturday May 28 at 11 a.m. at Riverside Cemetery, Tabusintac.
Donations to Royal Canadian Legion Branch #47, Tabusintac Nursing Home or a memorial on one’s choice would be appreciated.
Thank you to the nursing and personal care staff of the Tabusintac Nursing Home. You folks made his final 2 years a safe place to live. Thank you for the extra care given to John in his final day, remember he is sending hugs to you from above.
Arrangements are in the care of Davidson’s Funeral Home, 622-7464 or online at www.davidsonsfh.com, your family-owned, family-operated Funeral Home.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of John William Harding 2022..
Davidson’s Funeral Service Ltd
Death notice for the town of: Miramichi, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick