Joe 'Bugie' Nemis
Born In: New Waterford
Born: April 20th, 1923
Passed in: New Waterford
Passed on: March 13th, 2014
Joseph 'Bugie' Nemis passed away peacefully on March 13, 2014, at Harbourstone after a long battle with Alzheimers.
He is survived by his wife Rita and daughter JoAnn.
Joe was born in New Waterford on April 20, 1923, and remained connected to the town all his life. His parents Joseph and Enrica emigrated from Udine, Italy.
He was predeceased by brothers, Johnny, Louie, Dominic and James. Joe was the youngest in this well-known boxing family. He was also predeceased by sisters, Rena, Anna, and Edith.
Special thank you to Joe's nephew, Leno and his wife, Pauline for the constant attention and thoughtfulness given to him during his time at Harbourstone.
The family is also grateful to the nursing staff and aides at HS for their kindness, patience, and diligence during his illness.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, New Waterford. There will be no visitation or funeral mass.
The family asks that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the charity of your choice in his memory.
Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca.
