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Cherished humble
beginnings.
Dr. Les Haley – 84, Truro, passed away suddenly
with his wife, children, and sister at his side on Wednesday, December
21, 2022, at Halifax Infirmary, QEII, Halifax. Known lovingly by many
as Les, Grandad, Uncle, Big Guy, and Dr. Haley, he was all of those
and so much more.
Professionally, he wore many hats. He held titles as an
Agrologist, Geneticist, Professor, Marine-Biologist, Dean, Chairman,
Vice President, Principal, and Deputy Minister. A fascinating career
was born from necessity, a deep curiosity, and a desire to help in a
meaningful way. It wasn’t a “planned career” in
today’s sense of achievement but emerged from a love for
learning and higher education that started, and ended, at the
agricultural college in Truro. The Haley Institute of Aquaculture on
campus stands as a testament to his many contributions to science and
education.
Les was born in Curry’s Corner, Nova Scotia in 1938 into a
large family who were financially poor, but rich beyond most with an
abundance of love and spirit. Les and his ten siblings got by happily
on boiled potatoes and condensed milk for supper in a small two room
house. He wouldn’t have changed a thing. His humble
beginnings were what shaped his career, his passions, and how he lived
his life. Les had the utmost empathy, respect, and understanding for
others and left everyone he met with a feeling they were special. We
were all special to him.
Les had an endless twinkle in his eyes and his broad smile
lit up any room. He will be most remembered for his iconic hugs that
enveloped you with a loving warmth that you can never
forget.
He will always be our source of grounded wisdom. He was
dearly loved and survived by his wife of 59 years, Lorraine; daughter,
Elizabeth Klingseisen and husband, John, Atlanta; son, Paul and his
wife, Shelley, Toronto; darling grandchildren, Benjamin, Haley,
Inès and Finn; last living sibling, Pearl; many loving
nieces, nephews, in-laws, and extended family. We miss him
deeply.
A celebration of life is planned for summer of
2023. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions
may be sent to the Dr. Les Haley scholarship fund at the NSAC or
Dalhousie University.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall –
Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. Private messages of
condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Les’
obituary on-line and selecting “Send A Condolence” at:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
1938 2022
Death notice for the town of: Truro, Province: Nova Scotia
death notice Dr Leslie Ernest Les Haley 1938 2022
obituaries notice Dr Leslie Ernest Les Haley 1938 2022
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