Cecil Adam Hollis, 94, of Truro, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Dec. 30, 2010 in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro.
Born in Port Howe, he was a son of the late Samuel W. and Elizabeth (Smith) Hollis.
Cecil was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He is survived by his daughter, Kathy Ann Bessette and son-in-law, Tony Bessette, Hilden; grandchildren, Craig, Kirk and Katelyn; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Helen Mae (MacGillivary) Hollis; sister, Lucy Sandford; brothers, Oakley and Layton Hollis and Courtney in infancy.
Cecil worked as an aircraft technician, specializing in hydraulics. He retired from IMP at Halifax International Airport. After retirement, yard sales became his passion and he enjoyed looking for deals until he turned 90.
No formal funeral service will be held. All are invited to attend a gathering of family and friends to celebrate Cecil's life, which will be held on Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011 from 6 to 8 p.m. in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow Street, Truro. Donations in his memory may be made to Colchester Community Workshop. On-line condolences may be sent to www.colchestercommunity.com