AMHERST, NS With great sadness, we announce the death of our father and husband, Alfred "Bib" Breau, age 89, of Amherst, which occurred at the Gables Lodge on Saturday, October 17, 2009.
Born in Amherst, he was a son of the late Andre and Philomene (Mallet) Breau.
A veteran of WW II, he served in the RCAF in Canada. Throughout his early life he worked in various factories in Toronto, returning to Amherst to become Chief Steward at the Royal Canadian Legion, until his retirement at age 64. He was a life member of the Amherst Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion. He enjoyed all sports and held trophies in Darts, Bowling and Cribbage. He was an avid Montreal Canadians fan. He was a member of the Holy Family Parish.
"Bib" will be sadly missed by his wife of 51 years, Helen (Hayes (MacLeod)); daughters, Marilyn (Larry) (MacLeod) Brander, NY, Mary Ann (MacLeod) Megeney and Meredith MacLeod, both of Amherst and Philomene (Michael) Breau-O'Connor, Springhill; 4 grandchildren, Jason (Tara), Jeptha (Lisa), Jennifer (Dan) and Jesse (Laura); 3 great grandchildren, Kelly, twins, Megan and Nicole; a sister, Ann Stewart, Truro; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters, Jean Goring, Catherine Feeley, Helen Smith, infant Mary and Yvonne Merritt and brother James Breau.
"Bib's" remains have been entrusted into the care of the Furlong Jones Funeral Home, Amherst. No visitation by request. A private family mass will be celebrated at the Holy Family Parish Church, Amherst. In lieu of flowers donations to the Holy Family Parish, Amherst, St. John the Baptist Church, Springhill or a charity of the donor's choice gratefully appreciated. www.furlongjones.ca