MCINTYRE,
John
It is with sadness and broken hearts that we announce the
passing of our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather,
John McIntyre, age 80. John passed away at Highland Manor,
Neil’s Harbour, after many years of living with
dementia.
Born in Glace Bay, John was the son of the late Joseph and
Helen McIntyre.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 36 years, Eileen
(Armstrong); daughters, Wanda (Stan) Williams and Betty (Steve
Myette); grandchildren, Sheray (Tyler Chisholm), Alex and Nicky;
great-grandson, Carter; sisters, Alice (Adrian) Kiley, Anne Penny,
Susan Richardson (Gerald Wheatley), Beatrice (David) MacDonald and
Mary Ellen MacIntyre; brothers, Richie (Colleen) McIntyre and Alphonse
(Pat) McIntyre; close family friend, Sheila Wynn
MacLean.
He was predeceased by his brothers, Arthur and
Danny.
John worked at the YMCA from about 1965-1982 after receiving
his phys ed training from the air force. During that time, John
participated in an exercise show on TV to promote fitness and healthy
life style. He also participated in two exerthons to help raise money
for the Y. In the second exerthon, and under the watchful eye of the
director of sports at UCCB and a medical doctor, John successfully
exercised for 72 hours nonstop. In the 1980’s-1990’s, John had a TV
program on the local community channel to teach children and adults
how to draw cartoons. He also worked with the school board and the
summer arts program to teach and encourage children to draw. In 1983,
John joined the Corps of Commissionaires. His last posting was at the
Canadian Coast Guard College, retiring in 2001. John was well
respected by the staff at the CCGC and his sense of humor kept him as
a favorite amongst the staff. Before John’s health decline,
he could be seen every Saturday morning running along the Louisbourg
Highway with his fellow runners. Or he’d be running along
Kings Road in preparation of another road race. For many years, John
was the guy to beat in a race. After a long run, the group would enjoy
a cup of coffee at a local coffee shop and reminisce about their
running careers. John also enjoyed singing and playing the guitar. His
love of music was a big part of his life and it stayed with him
throughout the disease. He would tap along to old country music and
always enjoyed when the musicians came to the Manor to spend the
afternoon with the residents.
A sincere thank you to the doctors, nurses, care workers and
staff at Highland Manor. John received the highest level of care. He
was treated with love, dignity, respect and treated like family. A
special thank you to the residents of Highland Manor who all became
part of John’s family.
At John’s request, there will be no visitation.
Cremation has taken place.
Memorial donations may be made to Highland Manor Nursing
Home, the Alzheimer Society or a charity of choice.
Words of
comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail
sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca

Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de John McIntyre – 1937-2017.source

Décès pour la Ville: Sydney, Province: Nova Scotia

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