Lynds, Theodore Elmer, “Elmer”, 78, Truro, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2014 in the QE II, Halifax Infirmary Halifax. Born in Truro, he was a son of the late Ira B. and Nellie (Smith) Lynds. Elmer was a member of the Brunswick Street United Church, Truro. In his early years he worked with the Canadian Pacific Railway as a Telegraph Operator. In 1956, he began his career with the Canadian National Railway as a Brakeman and later a Conductor. He retired in 1990 after 34 years of service from the C.N.R. in the Engineering Department.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years Delores (Murphy) Lynds; son Mark of Truro; daughters Denise Smith (Ken) of Truro, Cindy Nolan (John) of Truro; grandchildren Nichole, Mitchell, Matthew, Blair, Jillian, all of Truro; sister Hazel Hamilton of Truro.
Besides his parents, Elmer was predeceased by a sister Alva in infancy; brothers Merlin, Ronald, Gordon.
No visitation by family request. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mattatall~Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. A private family only graveside service will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 28th at 11:00 am in Watson Cemetery, Truro, with Rev. John Parsons officiating. Donations in memory may be made to the Brunswick Street United Church, Truro, NS. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting the “Guest Book” at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com.