CROWELL – George Donald Irving, 94, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2015 at Camp Hill Veterans Memorial Hospital in Halifax.
Born in Clark’s Harbour on May 28, 1921 to the late Washington and Hilda (Daley) Crowell.
He is survived by his son David (Karen) of Cole Harbour; daughter Joanne of Lower Sackville; son Donald (Wanda) of Lower Sackville; grandchildren Nicholas of Fort MacMurray and Matthew of Kentville; Chelsea and Jeremy of Liverpool, Brittni and Brady of Halifax and sister Isobel Blades of Centreville.
He was predeceased by his wife Betty (Ptolemy); daughter Janet Smith and brothers Gerald, Gordon and Robert.
George started his electronics career during World War II as a telegraphist on Fairmile patrol boats protecting Canada’s eastern seaboard. After the war, he was stationed at various radio installations around Canada and finished his service at Lake Albro radio station. He witnessed the VE Day riots in Halifax and the Bedford Magazine explosion. Saving himself and the radio station’s puppy mascot before the windows blew in. He joined Steel and Engine Products Limited (STENPRO) in Liverpool and for many years repaired and installed all manner of marine electronics. Later he became an employee of Nova Scotia Power as a technician, making sure the electricity flowed to all parts of the province. He retired from there after 15 years of service.
George’s interests included fishing, bird and animal watching, photography, gardening and spending days at the cottage on Ponhook Lake. He played clarinet for the Bowater Mersey Band and performed at many functions including concerts at the 1967 Canadian Expo in Montreal. One of his passions was a s a “ham” radio operator. He had an impressive array of radio and antenna gear that allowed him to make contact with “hams” around the world. During his later years he spent most every Sunday going for a drive in the country of the nearest church supper with his friend Louisa. He had a thirst for knowledge, especially about maritime history and was always reading books or “playing” on the computer.
The family wish to thank the staff at both Queens General Hospital and camp Hill Veterans Memorial Hospital for their kind and compassionate care during dad’s declining health.
We invite you to a service at Chandlers’ Funeral Home in Liverpool on Saturday, July 11, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. Followed by a reception. A private family interment will be held in Pine Rest Cemetery, Greenfield. Family flowers only, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Nova Scotia or to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Stewart & Rose Mooers
To the Crowell family: Don, David & Joanne we wish to send our deepest sympathy at this sad time. May the love of friends and family and memories of good times get you through this difficult time.
Curtis & Linda Leslie Maillett
We are deeply saddened to hear of Georges passing. He will be fondly remembered by all his family, and friends. He was a soft spoken gentleman, and we were Blessed to know George for many years. May you RIP George, You will be missed.
Anne and Darrell Conrad
So sorry for your loss!!! I so enjoyed seeing George and Louisa at our Milton suppers. We will miss seeing them together!!!
Sally Fader
The Crowell family:
So sorry to read of George’s passing. He was a very quiet and kind man, and always enjoyed my chats with him when we met. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time;
Francis & Peggy Payzant
To The Crowell Family,
We Are So Sorry To Hear Of Mr. Crowell’s Passing, I Always Enjoyed waiting On Mr. Crowell When He Came Into Sobey
s For His Groceries. I came to know Mr. Crowell When I worked In The Deli Department With Janet as her being my Boss at the Time. Mr. Crowell Was A very kind man And I am Very Pleased To Have Known Him.. May He Now Spread His Wings And now be with His Loved Ones. Our Prayers And Condolences Go out to The Family And May Mr. Crowell Now Rest In Peace!!!!
Sincerely,
Peggy & Francis Payzant.
Charlene & Carl Veinot
Donnie, Wanda, Brittni, & Brady:
So sorry to hear of George’s passing. Hold your memories close to your
heart and hopefully it will help to ease the pain. Our thoughts and prayers
are with you at this most difficult time. Take Care
Jim & Beulah Mitton
Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers
are with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely Jim & Beulah
Sylvia Crowell
My deepest sympathy to George’s family..He was a very special brother in law,and will be sadly missed . Sylvia and family.
Patricia MacLeod
Don and Wanda, Sorry to hear about your Dad/Father in Law. My thoughts are with you. Patricia
Charlotte, VE1XYL and Darrell VE1ALQ
We are deeply saddened to hear of Georges passing. He will be fondly remembered by all his family, and friends. He was a soft spoken gentleman, and we were Blessed to know George for many years. May you RIP George, You will be missed.
Charkotte $ Darrekk Ward
Bill and Anna Cox
Sorry to hear of George’s passing. He was a gentleman and always had a story. A faithful attendee at Remembrance Day parade and banquets. Our deepest sympathy to the family
Peter Young
David, Jo-Anne and Donnie,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Your Dad really loved his Ham gear in the old garage up on the ” hill”.