Obituary of Lloyd Gray

Gray, Lloyd Leonard John: 64, Halifax, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2010, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Ferguson’s Cove, NS on April 9, 1946, he was the son of the late Howard and Laura (Hanlon). He retired from Irving Oil in 2004 after 26 years of loyal service. He was a gunnery sergeant with the First Field Regiment Royal Canadian Artillery reserve and operated a health food store in Vancouver, BC, for four years. He enjoyed vegetable gardening, cooking, country music, poetry, travel, and a variety of sports, including playing pool. He was a member of the Purcell’s Cove Social Club and pool league, Dooly’s Fun League, and Brewster’s of the Metro Pool League. Some of his most fond memories were travels to the Caribbean, Hawaii, Alaska, and Europe. He had many proud moments throughout his life which included being honoured with the 2007-2008 Senior Award in the Metro Pool League and the birth of his granddaughter, Madison Hope, whom he cherished. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Loretta (Algee), son, Trevor (Rebecca), Hammonds Plains, daughter, Tammy Lynn, Cole Harbour, step-grandchildren, Nic and Jessica, granddaughter, Madison, Aunt Edna Purcell, and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, brother, Howard (Heather), and an infant brother, Peter. Arrangements are under the care of JA Walker Funeral Home, 149 Herring Cove Road, Halifax, NS (477.5601). No visitation will take place as per Lloyd’s request. Let him be remembered for his sense of humour, quick wit and as a faithful friend, who was not beyond a good argument. A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2010 at 11 AM from St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Herring Cove Road, with Fr. Rob as celebrant. Burial to take place in Ferguson’s Cove Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Words of comfort may be sent to the family by visiting www.walkerfh.com