SIBLEY – George E, passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool on Sunday, April 18th, 2010 at the age of 93.
Born in Chaswood, NS, he was a son of the late George Stephen and Ellen Jane (Sargent) Sibley.
George enjoyed a happy childhood growing up with his parents and eleven brothers and sisters on their farm in Chaswood. During the war years, he joined the RCMP which led to a long and successful career with the force retiring as staff sergeant in 1969. He was stationed in Ottawa for most of his working years, where he and Peggy brought up their three children. They returned to his beloved Nova Scotia after his retirement and settled in Beach Meadows where he kept a large garden and was active in the church and community. He was a very strong man, honest, stable and dependable. We thank God that he was blessed in so many ways with a long and healthy life.
He is survived by his daughters: Margaret of Beach Meadows, Kathy (Francois) Pilon of Dartmouth and his son Larry of Musquodobit Harbour. His grandchildren Eric and Sara Pilon and Arial and Gabriel Sibley. His sisters Dora Kinsmen of Welland, ON. and Gladys Kerr of Meaghers Grant. His brother Norman (Marilyn) of Beach Meadows.
He was predeceased by his kind and loving wife of 55 years Margaret Kathleen “Peggy” (How), sisters: Mary Fisk, Susie MacLeod, Velma Dickie, and Effie Bell. Brothers: Alvin, Ivan, Ellis, Cecil and Earle.
Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 7 until 9 p.m. in Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, April 21st, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. in Emmanuel United Church, Beach Meadows. Lay Minister Peter Anthony officiating. Burial will be in Beach Meadows Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations may be made to the charity of choice. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Alethia Keating , Tony & Tim
Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to the family.George was a very hard worker in the community, who always had a kind word and a helping hand for everyone. He will be greatly missed.With the help of God , Good friends, and Family you will get through this, sad time.
Tina (Shediac) Zwicker
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Sibley was one of the greatest men in our communtiy. He will be missed.
brenda lawrence
to the sibley family . very sorry to hear that george passed away . he was such a kind gentleman and a great community person . margaret you did a wonderful job looking after your parents . god bless you . sincere sympathy to the family . brenda lawrence .
Beverley & Betty-Jean Colp
Our deepest sympathy to all the family. George was a fine gentleman and well thought of in the church & community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Heather Boutilier
To Kathy, Margaret and Larry: So sorry to hear of Uncle Eddie’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. From your cousin Heather (MacLeod) Boutilier
Calvin & Deborah Kerr
Margaret, Kathy & Larry,
Our Sincere Condolences on the Death of your Dad. Gladys Always Spoke so Highly of him and Described him as you have; Strong, Honest, Stable and Dependable….Wonderful Traits for Wonderful Memories…Beautiful Obituary, Our Kindest Thoughts, Calvin & Deborah Kerr
corrie and mike lockwood
Our condolences to you Norman and family
Ellen McLeod
I am sorry I cannot be to Uncle Eddie’s funeral and be with you at this time. I am still in Florida and will not be arriving home until sometime next week. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Ellen
Shirley and Paul Neals
So very sorry to hear of George’s passing. He was such a gentle, but hard working man.
His garden was always his treasure, he grew the best beets and vegs. around years ago.
When my Father was alive he always enjoyed going to the Seniors group to play cards with George.
I have very fond memories of both George and Peggy.
May God give you comfort at this difficult time.
Ralph & Marilee Matheson (nee Bell)
Margaret, Kathy and Larry – I am very sorry to hear of Uncle Eddie’s passing and sorry for the fact that I will be unable to attend his funeral (work commitments and all). Just wanted to say that the words in the obituary described him very well. I would dare say that those traits are a common thread in the Sibley family. God bless you today and give thanks for Uncle Eddie’s long and wonderful life.
Ralph and Marilee (nee Bell) Matheson
Margaret, Kathy and Larry – I was very sad to hear of Uncle Eddie’s passing. His obituary was very fitting and described him well. I dare say the Sibley family share alot of those same qualities. Unfortunately I will not be able to be with you today (work commitments and all) but I wanted to convery our sincere condolences and hope you take heart in the fact that Uncle Eddie had a very long, satisfying life with his family. God bless you all.
Doris Wentzell, Kathleen and Ron Webster
Our deepest sympathy to the Sibley family. Mr. Sibley was such a fine gentleman who willingly gave of himself to his church and community. Mom (Doris) always spoke so highly of both he and Peggy and enjoyed the many times together at Seniors gatherings.
May God give you comfort at this very difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathleen
Jane (Colp) Hansen
A fine man…a life well lived. God Bless.
Alice Inness
Margaret, Kathy, Larry & Family,
So sorry to hear of your great loss. I only heard about it yesterday (Wednesday), so was unable to attend the funeral. I know how dearly he was loved & admired by so many people. I know this great man will be missed by all, but remember, his life continues on in spirit!
My sincerest sympathy,
Alice Inness & Family
Val & John Kempton
For the Sibley family – We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Kerry Morash
I will always remember him as a kind and caring man who made everyone he met feel better just with his smile. I am very sorry for your loss.
Kerry
Ed and Lynda Turner
George, Edward Sibley was my father’s first cousin, Peggy How’s, husband. I remember “Sib” – from his Ottawa years – as a tall soft spoken man whom we all liked. Our condolences to Larry, Kathy, and Margie.
Ed and Lynda Turner