SIMPSON, KENNETH - Kenneth Robert Bruce Simpson passed away peacefully in the Palliative Care Unit of the V.G. in Halifax on April 17, 2011. He was surrounded by those he loved, and those who loved him. He was born in Sydney, Nova Scotia on December 26, 1959 to Dr. Gordon and Betty (Nunn) Simpson. Kenny is survived by his sweetheart and wife of nearly 29 years, Diane (Gibbons) and his adored sons, Alex and Adam. He leaves behind many who will miss him dearly; his parents Dr. Gordon and Betty Simpson, in-laws Art and Ruth Gibbons, sisters Barb MacKillop (Dr. Jim) and children Ian, Craig and Laura, and Debbie Martin and children Brent, Kirk and Jilliane, and brothers Lorne (Janet) and children Chris and Shawn, and Barry (Wendy and her children Max and Jessie). Kenny was a special nephew to Vera Simpson of Hunter River, PEI. He graduated from Sydney Academy in 1978, and went on to The University of King’s College to earn a BA with honours in Political Science (1981 &1982). In 1984 he received his Masters in Public Administration from Dalhousie University. He began his career at the Maritime Municipal Training and Development Board, and spent the last 20 years as Executive Director of the Union of Nova Scotia Municipalities. Always a joy to be around, Kenny was always up for a glass of red wine, a good Hanukkah party, a walk on the beach or a family gathering. His awesome sense of humor is something the entire family has always enjoyed. Even during his illness, he brought many laughs to family and friends.
No visitation by request. Funeral Mass will be at Saint Thomas Aquinas Church, 1725 Oxford Street, Halifax on April 26 at 10am. Family flowers only. Donations to either the Canadian Cancer Society or an animal charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.