FILLMORE, ARNOLD AUSTIN - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Arnold Austin Fillmore of Fredericton, NB, husband of Lee Fillmore, which occurred on Tuesday, August 25th, 2009 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 16th, 1928 in Sackville, NB, he was the son of the late Frank and Lona (Crossman) Fillmore. Arnold was predeceased by a son Gary, and by brothers, Ken, Lincoln, and sister, Ruby Murray. Arnold is survived by his wife of fifty-five years, Lee (Tremblay); sons, Michael (Evelyn), David (Diane); daughters, Linda (Michel) Bertrand, Diana (Tom) O'Blenis, as well as eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Arnold is also survived by his siblings, Jennie (Ken) Wheaton, Faye (Raymond) Tremblay, Alice Fraser and Billy (June) Fillmore. Arnold graduated from Mount Allison University in Sackville, and then began his thirty-five year career working with Swift Canadian. Upon retiring from Swifts, Arnold ventured forth on a new career with Wawanesa Life Insurance Company, doing what he loved to do best - meeting people, helping others, and travelling the province in the company of his wife. Arnold was a long time member of Grace Memorial Baptist Church where he was an active participant of the Teller Committee and Board of Deacons. Arnold was a man of broad interests and that included: Attaining the rank of Major in the 1RNBR (Militia), being the Commanding Officer of the 242 Army Cadets, participating as a long time member of United Commercial Travellers and the Elm Tree Square Dance Club, planting and tending his garden, curling and golfing on a variety of teams. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 27th, 2009 at York Funeral Home, 302 Brookside Drive from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm. A service to celebrate his life will be held at 3 pm Friday, August 28th, 2009 at Grace Memorial Baptist Church with Rev. Doug Hapeman officiating. Interment will take place in Douglas Rural Cemetery. For those who wish, remembrances may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of the donor's choice. Personal condolences may be offered through www.yorkfh.com