We, the family of James Wallace Gardiner, age 94, regret to announce his passing on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.
Born May 17, 1928, in Sydney, he was a son of the late Hilda Gardiner.
In 1958, James began his career as a firefighter, retiring in 1991.
He is survived by his sons, James Alexander, AB and Kevin (Patricia), Sydney; grandchildren, Matthew, Audrianna (Jonathan) and William (Katie); great-granddaughter, Emory; daughter-in-law, Margaret “Peggy” Gardiner, all of Sydney.
Besides his mother, James was predeceased by his wife, Audrey; sisters, Mary, Margaret and Joan and brothers, Henry “Sonny” and George “Babe”.
We would like to thank the staff at Harbourstone Enhanced Care for their excellent care over the last four years.
There will be no visitation or service. Cremation has taken place under the care and compassion of Sydney Memorial Chapel.
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.
Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Captain James Wallace Toots Gardiner 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Sydney, Province: Nova Scotia