
HUGH JOSEPH (SONNY) GAILEY
GAILEY, HUGH JOSEPH (SONNY) Seabright - It is with deep sadness we announce the sudden passing of Hugh, 81, beloved husband of Sarah Frances (Wade) for 58 years, on Saturday, November 11, 2006 in Halifax. Hugh will be greatly missed by Fran and his cherished five daughters, Gillian Gailey (Richard Snell), Janet Malloch (Mal), Beverley Gailey-Roach (Tony Roach), Lorraine Gailey and Michelle Gailey; and his eight grandchildren, Gregory, Nicholas and Stephen Foster; Fletcher and Kiri Gailey-Snell; Carly, Campbell and H. Jesse Malloch; and step-granddaughters, Meagan Robichaud and Jillian Roach. Hugh is also survived by his dear sister, Virginia (Dinny) Fisher and her treasured family, Michael (Lucille), Leslie (Stuart Allan), Mark (Patti) and Clare (Shawn McLean) and their children, his wonderful great nieces and nephews. Fondly remembered by Marjorie Fisher and all the Wade relatives. Predeceased by parents, Hugh and Clara (Thornton) Gailey; brother-in-law, Gordon Fisher; and grandson, Julian Foster. Hugh will be remembered for his reverence towards family and his extreme talent for anything he tried, especially his musical ability. His warm and generous hospitality was the basis for many enjoyable family gatherings, and Hugh could always put a smile on your face with his tremendous sense of humour. He cherished the friendships developed from his expertise in gardening, woodworking and boat building. In his younger years, Hugh was an Akala for the Cubs, and later, guitar teacher extraordinaire to many Arvida teenagers. In Ottawa, he was first a motorcycle enthusiast and then learned how to fly his own Piper Cub, the 'Gay Lady'. On moving to Nova Scotia, Hugh traded his wings and took to the water, ultimately building 'Picnique', his pride and joy in retirement. Following cremation, visitation will take place at the Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, 13549 Peggy's Cove Road, Tantallon, Nova Scotia 2 to 4pm and 7 to 9pm Tuesday November 14, 2006. A Memorial Service will be held at All Saints' Church in Marysville (Fredericton), New Brunswick on Friday, November 17, 2006 with burial to follow in Penniac. Online Condolences may be sent to www.rawalker.ca. In lieu of flowers, donations would be greatly appreciated to the Aphasia Centre of Ottawa, 153 Chapel Street, Ottawa, ON K1N 1H5.