Terrence (Terry) Michael Ives age 62 years of Dartmouth, formerly of Liverpool, NS, died unexpectedly on August 4, 2016 at home. Born in Halifax on May 10, 1954, he was the son of the late John H. & Bessie (Ellingwood) Ives. At the time of his death Terry worked for the Halifax Regional Municipality in the Police Records Department. Before moving to Dartmouth, he enjoyed several years as owner operator of a Gift Store and then a Convenience Store. Prior to that, he spent over twenty years with Scotia Bank working in various Departments, such as Inspection, Branch positions and Commercial Credit.
In his early years he had a great love for dogs; but in moving to the city his love changed to cats, and he had several at his time of death.
He is survived by sisters Donna (Murray) Allan, Miramichi, NB; Susan (James) Hunt, Liverpool; brothers Charles (Marsha), Waasis, NB; Patrick (Karen) and Darcy, both of Liverpool; as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents he was predeceased by a brother John.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Dartmouth Funeral Home; no service at the request of the deceased. Donations may be made to the SPCA, Homeward Bound Animal Rescue, Dartmouth (affiliated with Hope for Wildlife) or charity of choice.