Durling, Eric Bronson – age 71 years of Berwick, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on December 12, 2014 at the Valley Regional Hospital. Born in Cambridge on May 20, 1943; he was a son of the late Walter and Mabel (Baker) Durling. Eric’s favorite passions were his V.W. bug, watching hockey, spending time with his family and his 2 cats. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Survived by his wife Betty (Pemberton) Durling; sons Tim of Auburn, Shannon (Jessica) of Berwick; daughters Shelley (Stephen) of Greenfield, Angie (Mike) of Coldbrook, 9 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren; brothers Laird (Barb) of Coldbrook and Gary (Elva) of Cambridge. Predeceased by his sister and 2 brothers (1 in infancy). Funeral service was held on Wednesday, December 17, 2014 at 2pm from the Serenity Lindsay Annapolis Valley Funeral Home, Berwick Funeral Chapel (192 Commercial St) with Rev. Barbara Durling officiating. Family flowers only please. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the NS Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.serenitylindsayfuneralhome.ca