Edgar Blaine Steeves
1939-2022
It is with a heavy heart and deep appreciation of a life well
lived, that we announce the passing of Edgar BLAINE Steeves of
Hillsborough. Blaine passed away suddenly at home on January 12, 2022.
Born in Hillsborough, he was the son of the late Gordon D. and Elva
(Crossman) Steeves. Besides his parents, he is predeceased by his
brother, Glendon Steeves.
Blaine had a full and diverse career. He served his country
with the Royal Canadian Air Force for 15 years. In the early
80’s he became the Maritime Sales Manager for Stanley Tools,
travelling around Atlantic Canada. He eventually retired from sales
with Amerock Hardware in 1993. It was then that he fulfilled is
calling and true passion; entering into ministry and becoming a
Pastor. He along with his wife Cynthia, faithfully served as Clergy
for Shantyman International in their prison and ports outreach. Blaine
pastored churches in Canaan Station, Alma and Weldon, New Brunswick.
He eventually retired from pastoring in 2019 due to failing health.
Blaine enjoyed four wheeling, playing his guitar and time spent with
his grandchildren. He loved and deeply missed his little dog
Maggie.
Left to cherish his memory is his beloved wife of 58 years,
Cynthia (Sullivan) Steeves, daughters Susan (Anthony Reeder) and
Sharon (late Anthony Owings), sisters Myrna Stevens and Carol
Steeves-Wilson, grandchildren Matthew, Freya and Emily, as well as
several nieces and nephews. Donations in his memory may be made to
Weldon Baptist Church or the charity of the donor’s
choice.
The family will be receiving friends and relatives on
Tuesday, February 8, 2022 from 6 – 8 pm at Cobb’s
Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 330 Whitepine Road, Riverview
(869-2007). A service to celebrate his life will take place at the
funeral home on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at 1 pm. To
leave an online condolence, please visit www.cobbsfuneralhome.ca
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Edgar Blaine Steeves 19392022..
Death notice for the town of: Riverview, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick