Regina/Whitney Pier
My passage on earth ended on Sunday, October 2, 2022. It was a wonderful journey and I leave behind a tremendous family, several loves of my life, lots of friends and many fond memories.
My greatest legacies are my two children, Stacey (Daniel Chih) and Liam (Sandra McIntyre); three beautiful grandchildren, Ciaran McGrath, Dashiell Black and Esme Pallas Black and furry companions, Rigby, Sushi and Ragnar. I hope I will be fondly remembered by them.
I began my path on May 31, 1949, when I was born to Rod and Mary Black of Whitney Pier. I inherited five brothers and sisters, John ‘Barney’ [deceased], Roderick ‘Brother’ (Mary) [deceased], Carmel, Francis ‘Frank’ (Donna), and Paul (Kaye); it took me a long time to train them. I appreciate all of the advice and support they provided. I want to thank my partner, Nan Mah and her son, Thomas for their love and support. I also want to express my thanks to my devoted friend and travelling companion, Lillie Wong.
I was predeceased by my parents and my brothers, John ‘Barney’ and Roddie ‘Brother’.
My formative years were spent on Matilda Street in Whitney Pier with some of the best people in the world. My adult years gave me the opportunity to explore many careers and occupations that took me to every province and territory in Canada with lengthy stops in Winnipeg and Regina. I could have been a better brother, husband, father, partner, grandparent, friend and colleague, but I really don’t have any regrets. I do hope that I will be forgiven for my faults and transgressions, and that I will be remembered kindly.
I now venture from the known into the unknown where our paths may cross again. My earthly remains have been cremated and my ashes will be buried at New Calvary Cemetery in Whitney Pier. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, to be announced.
Thank you to all the staff and doctors at Queen Elizabeth II Hospital, Halifax, NS, Chaplain Joanna Badu and Chaplain Ronald Cairns. Special thanks to Dr. Laniyi Ogunsanya, a wonderful family doctor and fine human being.
In lieu of flowers or donations, please show kindness to all.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of BLACK Joseph ‘Joe’ Anthony 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Sydney, Province: Nova Scotia