Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed on: February 9th, 2012
Seward Russell Gouthro, a lifelong resident of Glace Bay, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012, with family present, in his 101 year.
Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late Seward and Anne (Chaisson) Gouthro.
Dad was a member of St. Anthony’s parish and a life member of the Knights of Columbus Council 1953.
Dad as a young man had a small trucking business, he then joined the staff of Bay Motors as a salesman and later sales manager. He later joined the provincial government as the first motor vehicle inspector, retiring in 1977.
He was predeceased by his wife of 70 years, Sally MacNeil, son, Jack and his wife, Anne, daughter, Audrey, brothers, Arthur and Wilfred, sister, Marguerite Jackson.
Dad is survived by son, Hec (Bina), Dominion; daughters, Betty (Crawford) Tracey, Claire (Laird) Wilton, Glace Bay; sister, Marie Hughes, Ottawa; 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be today (Friday), Feb. 10 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Curry’s Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. The Knight’s of Columbus will have a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday, Feb. 11 at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony’s Church with Rev. Norman MacPhee officiating. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery.
Donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Condolences may be emailed to the family at jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca.
“Claire and Family, Sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Our thoughts are with you.”
“So sorry to hear about your Dad.Sorry we couldn't be there but you are in our thoughts and prayers.See you when we get home.take care.”
“Laird and Claire, So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He lived to an amazing age. my thoughts are with you and your family.”
“Hec and all the family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I'll be in touch.”
“To all the family...our sincere condolences as we have just lost one of Lake Road's finest, wish I was able to be there but hope it helps knowing that you are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Hec and Bina: we were so sorry to read about the death of Russell. He lived a long and fulfilling life he will be sadly missed our praters are with you and the rest of the Gourthro family.Hec when i think of you're dad i think of how he would say " Parasini" and it puts a smile on my face. You know what i'm talking about.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May he rest in peace.”
“Dear Claire and Family
My heartfelt condolonces to you and your family. May you cherish the special memories you shared with your dad
Sincerely,
Carmel”
“Fond memories of Russell in car business and super guy. Rest in peace, friend and assurance of prayer for family. Sr. Shaw, Quincy, Illinois, formerly of Glace Bay,”
“To All of Russell's Dear Family.
So very sorry to hear of Russell's passing.What a rich & full life your Dad had.I will remember Russell & Sally as dear friends of my parents (Neil & Pearl).Wonderful times & memories will keep them in our hearts forever.
Love
Lail MacKeigan”
“To Hec, Bina and all the Gouthro Family,
We all grew up hearing about Dad's good friend Russell Gouthro. They were great card buddies and always enjoyed their nights of card playing at the KOC. If Dad was able to attend he would be there, we will ensure that he keeps Russell in his prayers. Keep your memories close and be glad of all the times you spent together. God Bless.
The Poirier Family”
“So sorry to hear of your father's death Betty,Hec,and Claire.Our prayers are with you.Celebrate his life(you know he would want that)”
“Hec, So sorry about the loss of your Father. Take care and God Bless”
“Claire , So sorry to read about your dad. I will always remember the fun we had ,because he would let you use his car, when no one else had one . Remember the trip to Cheticamp . Those were the days..... Such a patient and nice man to all your friends that arrived at your house . ”
“We are thinking of you all at this time. Uncle Russell was one of a kind and we will cherish his memory. With love, Pat, John, Michelle and Mathew”
“Claire/Laird and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss.”
“Hec and Bina Our deepest sympathies on the death of your father. I worked with him at Bay Motors many years ago. He was a pleasure to work with.”
“my condolence go out to the familey ”
“so sorry to hear of your dad's passing.our condolances”
“My condolences to your family ont he loss of your grandfather.”
“My condolences Claire to you and your family.My he rest in peace”
“My deepest sympathy to all the family on Russell's passing. My father always held Russell in the highest regard and I know if Da was still here he would feel a great lose.”
“Claire, I remember your Dad and family well, as a young boy every Wednesday I'd deliver the Highlander, your Dad would not only buy the paper, he'd tip me as well, my Condolences to you and your family. Dale Whitney”
“ Claire,
Sorry to hear of your fathers passing.Thinking of you at this time.
Fred& Charmaine”
“Sorry for the loss of your dad.He lived a great life.May he rest in peace.”
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