John (McBride) Coish
Born In: Montréal, Canada
Passed in: New Victoria
Passed on: May 29th, 2014
It is with sadness we announce the passing of John Coish, 64, of New Victoria on May 29, 2014 at home.
Born in Montreal, he was the only son of the late Pearl (Coish) McBride.
John was an auto mechanic all his life working in various gargages throughout Sydney. When he couldn't do the physical work, he helped many by sharing his knowledge.
Surviving are his wife of 42 years, (Agnes) Cecilia (Poirier) Coish; daughter, Karen, Alexandria, Virginia; son, Stephen, Beaumont, Alta; two precious grandchildren, Jadyn and Carter. John was also survived by "Bruncles", Cyril, Tommy, Murray and Eddie; aunt, June Manzine; best friend since forever, Kye McNeil.
There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A private funeral service for family only will be held in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Duncan Roach officiating. Burial will be in Union Grove Cemetery, Scotchtown. A luncheon will be held Monday, June 2 at 4:30 p.m. in St. Leonard Parish Hall, Convent Street, New Waterford.
Donations in his memory may be made to the Lung Association of Nova Scotia.
Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca.