An accountant, he worked for the "Council of Maritime Premiers" (MRMS) in Amherst before retiring in 1986. After retiring, he volunteered at St. Charles Church doing the books and was on the Finance Committee. He was an avid sports fan. In his younger years he was involved in golf, baseball, curling and coached minor hockey. Later, he enjoyed hockey and football on television. For many years he played tenor saxophone in the Sackville Citizen's Band and the 8th Canadian Hussars Regimental Band. A music lover, he spent many hours listening to jazz and big band music.

Harold is survived by his wife of 57 years, the former, Isabel Landry; his daughter, Karen Jackson of Halifax; sons, Ronald (Loriann) of Calgary, AB and Kenneth of Singapore; grandaughters Christine & Colleen; sister-in-law, Gloria Jackson of Rexton, NB and brother-in-law, Donald Landry of Port Elgin, NB. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his brother, Rev. David Jackson.

Harold's remains have been entrusted into the care of Furlong-Jones Funeral Home. 70 Church St., Amherst (902-667-8777) from where visitation will be held Wednesday, August 19 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. The funeral mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish Church, Amherst on Thursday, August 20, 2009 at 10:30 with Father Vernon Driscoll officiating. Reception to follow in the Parish Hall.

Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation, Parkinson Society or the charity of their choice. www.furlongjones.ca