William 'Billy' Dawe
Lieu de naissance : Sydney Mines
Date de naissance : 28 septembre 1942
Lieu de décès : Baddeck
Date de décès : 2 mai 2014
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Francis Dawe, 71, of Baddeck, and formerly of Sydney Mines, on Friday, May 2, 2014, after a brief illness.
Born in Sydney Mines on Sept. 28, 1942, he was the son of the late Bernard J. and Ella (Reid) Dawe. He was a long time active member of the Royal Canadian Legion. He served in the Canadian Army and the 2nd Battalion Nova Scotia Highlanders, retiring as a Sergeant. He was a former coal miner, and also a carpenter.
He is survived by his daughters, Heather Burt, Beverly Hobson and Chrissy Morrison and sons, William and Ricky and their children, all of Ontario. He also leaves behind his companion, Sharon Vickers; sisters, Shirley Warhuus and Sandra Osmond and brothers, Clarence and Robert Brian.
Besides his parents, Billy was predeceased by a sister, Ruth Rideout and brothers, Bernie Jr. and Sheldon.
There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2014, at 2 p.m. in Carman United Church, Clyde Avenue, Sydney Mines, with Rev. Nick Phillips officiating. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com.
