Hubert LeBlanc
Lieu de naissance : Margaree
Lieu de décès : Cheticamp
Date de décès : 20 mars 2014
Hubert Austin LeBlanc, 97, of Foyer Père Fiset, Cheticamp, formerly of Margaree, passed away on March 20, 2014 at Sacred Heart Community Health Centre, Cheticamp.
Born in Margaree, he was the son of the late Simon and Mary (LeBlanc) LeBlanc.
Hubert joined the armed forces in 1943 and served until his discharge in 1946. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #32, Cheticamp. He worked as a coal miner for over 40 years in Northern Ontario, Quebec, New Waterford and for many years at Evans Coal Mine in St. Rose, Inverness County.
Hubert was known as a hard worker. He overcame many health issues throughout his lifetime, but remained physically strong and independent till his 97th year. A devoted husband, father and grandfather, he was known for his sense of humour and sense of style. He loved to spend time fishing on the Margaree River, enjoying a good meal, sitting in the sun admiring the view and welcoming people to his home.
He is survived by one son, Hubert Jr. (Pauline), Milton, Ont.; one daughter, Sylvia (Kenneth) Crowdis, Sydney River; three grandchildren, Steven LeBlanc, Milton, Ont., Robert LeBlanc (Katherine), Toronto, Ont. and Suzanne Crowdis (Paul Knight), Ottawa, Ont.
He was predeceased by his wife of 69 years, Margaret (Muise) in August 2013; one brother, Simon Joseph and five sisters, Lucy, Emma, Alice, Mary Ellen and Phyllis.
There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Funeral mass will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. in St. Michael Church, East Margaree. Interment in the parish cemetery.
Donations may be made to Foyer Père Fiset.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Cheticamp Funeral Home.
Condolences may be sent to cheticampfuneral@ns.aliantzinc. ca.
