Russell 'Connor' McLellan
Born In: Sydney
Born: February 27th, 1996
Passed in: Sydney
Russell ‘Connor’ McLellan passed away in Sydney, far too young at the age of 18.
Connor is survived by his parents, Lorway Glen McLellan and Barbara Ellen Henick (Paul Floyd); sisters, Jill and Chelsea; grandmother, Margaret Henick; many family and friends, and his dog Chloe.
Connor was predeceased by his grandparents, Walter Henick, Dr. James Russell McLellan and Virginia McLellan.
Connor was born on Feb. 27, 1996 in Sydney, N.S. He was in the IB program for three years before graduating with honours from Sydney Academy in 2014 and continued his education to Cape Breton University this year taking business.
Connor was a very accomplished artist, would often be found painting or walking around. He was a generous, witty and dedicated individual who loved drumming, drawing, painting, walking, culture, exploring, the Gampo Abbey, drinking his ice caps, and acting with the Bandshell Players. Connor was passionate for art and was recognized for his paintings, good sense of humour, and great style.
Visitation for the late Russell ‘Connor’ McLellan will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home, Whitney Pier, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street) on Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to celebrate the life of Connor will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014, at 11 a.m. in Holy Redeemer Church with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Following the service, reception will take place in the Polish Village Hall, Whitney Pier. Private family interment will be in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney, at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Connor may be made to The Bandshell Players.
The family would like to thank everyone who helped in the search, Gil Boone, Heidi Stevens, the IWK, CBRP, and David and Tony Melski for their efforts, care, and dedication.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be forwarded to the family at www.pierfuneralhome.com.
