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Edward James Reashore

Edward James  Reashore

Born In: Bras d'Or
Born: December 6th, 1935

Passed in: North Sydney
Passed on: November 25th, 2015

It is with heartfelt sadness that we, the family of Eddie, regret to announce his passing on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2015 at Northside General Hospital, North Sydney, surrounded by his loving family.
Eddie was born in Bras d’Or on Dec. 6, 1935 to the late Frank and Marion (O'Handley) Reashore. He was the beloved husband and best friend of Emma (Boudreau) for 52 years. Loving father to Helene (Blair Dove) and Clair (Kathy). Proud poppy to Katie Reashore, whom he adored. He is also survived by his sisters, Greta (Percy) MacKenzie, George's River and Theresa Bounsall, Scarborough and brother, Elmer (Ester), St. Catharines, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his siblings Maggie, Clara, Eileen, Danny, Joe, Bill, Ritchie, Leo and Butch.
Eddie sailed the Great Lakes from 1953-1967. He retired from Marine Atlantic in 2001 after 34 years of service. Eddie was a lifelong member of St. Joseph's Parish, Bras d'Or and a member of Bras d'Or Senior's and Pensioner's Club. He was a jack of all trades and was always willing to help others. He enjoyed travelling, fishing, hunting and playing crib. Christmas was Eddie's favourite time of year, he would spend many days setting up his Christmas Village under the tree. He also enjoyed the annual Easter Egg Hunt with his granddaughter.
There will be no visitation by request. A celebration of Eddie’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Joseph Church, Bras d’Or with Rev. Peter McLeod officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Parish Cemetery, Bras d’Or.
Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Cemetery or Bras d’Or Hall New Roof Fund.
Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com.


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