Francis Pertus
Born In: Sydney River, Nova Scotia, Canada
Born: August 24th, 1913
Passed in: Arichat, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed on: March 21st, 2011
We regret to announce the passing of Francis Claude Pertus at the St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat on March 22, 2011, at the age of 97.
A former resident of Sydney River, Francis was born in Poulamon on Aug. 24, 1913, son of the late Louis and Alexina (Hebert) Pertus.
Until moving to Arichat, he was a member of Our Lady of Fatima parish, Sydney River.
He was a veteran of the Second World War, having served in the RCAF. Following the war, he was employed at the Naval Base, at Eastern Bakeries Ltd., Eddie MacDonald Motors, Sampson Motors, and until his retirement was a commissionaire at the Canadian Coast Guard College in Point Edward.
Francis was predeceased by his wife, Clo (LeBlanc) in 1989. The last surviving member of his family, he was predeceased by brothers, Albert (1989), Remi (1945), sisters, Anita Poirier (1986), Marcellina MacDonald (1984) and Evelyn Boudreau (1998). He is survived by several nephews and nieces.
At Francis’ request, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place and memorial mass will take place at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Sydney River, at a later date and time to be announced.
Arrangements entrusted to T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel.
Donations in Francis’ memory may be made to St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat.
Online condolences can be sent to the family by visiting TWCurry.com.
