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Simpson; Ewart Allan “Joe”

October 30, 2022 52 Condolences

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Simpson – Ewart Allan “Joe”, age 74, of Port Medway, Queens County, passed away peacefully in the Halifax Infirmary, QEII, on Friday, October 28, 2022, after a very short illness.
Born in Orangeville, Ontario, Joe was a son of the late Allan and Merle (Avison) Simpson.
Joe worked at a couple of jobs before he found the job he loved, as owner/operator of his own truck, doing runs through the USA and parts of Canada. He did this until he retired in 2002 and moved to Nova Scotia.
In his younger days Joe was a hockey player, but in later years playing crib and NASCAR were his passions.
Joe and his wife Sandi spent winters traveling in the southern USA for a number of years, but also traveled across Canada and the USA extensively.
Joe is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Sandi; sister in law, Debra (Allan) Cameron of Ontario, nephews, Scott and Steven; many long time friends.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool, N.S. At Joe’s request, there will be no funeral service at this time. No flowers by request, donations may be made to the Queens County SPCA or to Elder Dog, Lunenburg. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com

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  1. Jim & Betsy MacAleese

    October 30, 2022 at 1:20 pm

    Such a shock that Joe is gone. He was a big part of the community in his own quiet way and will be missed by many. Sincere condolences to Sandi and all Joe’s family.

  2. Helen Fox

    October 30, 2022 at 1:40 pm

    So sad to hear that Joe has passed. Many good memories at the Port bingo. Condolences to all of Joe’s family..

  3. Charmaine Stevens

    October 30, 2022 at 2:28 pm

    Duane and I are so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. He was a wonderful community member and will be greatly missed. Thinking of you Sandi. Xoxo

  4. janet and laurie clattenburg

    October 30, 2022 at 2:40 pm

    We are so sorry for your loss.

  5. Margaret Leslie

    October 30, 2022 at 4:43 pm

    Sandy my thoughts and preys are with you at this time Joe will be missed by alot of us and his smile and jokes RIP Joe

  6. Donna & Paul Dowling

    October 30, 2022 at 5:32 pm

    Dear Sandi we are so sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers

  7. Tish

    October 30, 2022 at 5:47 pm

    Dearest Sandi , my deepest sympathies go out to you ! Joe was a special Guy and I know you will miss him terribly! Take care my friend , we never know when it’s our turn !

  8. Karen Barnes

    October 30, 2022 at 6:31 pm

    Dear Sandi,
    I’m shocked and so very sad to read this. Joe was such a sweet guy and I always enjoyed working with him. Everyone liked Joe. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and prayers as you grieve his loss.

  9. Anna Mueller & Markus J. Heinis

    October 30, 2022 at 6:57 pm

    What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch.
    We may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived.
    And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget.
    (Unknown)

    Our deepest sympathy to Sandi & the Simspon family.

  10. Marilyn Cockerill

    October 30, 2022 at 9:53 pm

    Sandi, we were shocked and saddened to hear of Joe’s passing, please know that our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
    Jim and Marilyn Cockerill

  11. Grant & Sherry Bishop

    October 30, 2022 at 10:09 pm

    Oh Sandi, we feel so sad. We are grateful for Joe’s kindness and friendship and had assumed we would be sharing good times for many more years. The way he wore bell-bottoms and platform shoes for disco night said a lot about what a great sport he was. It is very hard to imagine future get-togethers without Joe’s smile and humour.

  12. Joy McDonald

    October 30, 2022 at 10:09 pm

    So sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. He was so friendly whenever we met.

  13. Paul & Shelley Connolly

    October 30, 2022 at 10:16 pm

    Very sad to hear of Joe’s passing. Thinking of you Sandi.

  14. Larry and Grace Stevens

    October 30, 2022 at 11:15 pm

    We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Joe’s passing. Our deepest sympathy and blessings to you Sandi and all of Joe’s extended family.

  15. Brenda

    October 31, 2022 at 1:17 am

    Sympathy to Sandi, really enjoyed seeing him at Port bingo. He always asked how Dave was doing..

  16. Doris Grant -Ethier.

    October 31, 2022 at 5:19 am

    Sandi, was shocked and saddened to hear of Joe’s passing he will be missed. A great friendly person he will be missed by a great many people always had a friendly word for everyone RIP Joe.

  17. Susan Levy

    October 31, 2022 at 7:12 am

    Grief is not about forgetting, but about remembering. It’s the remembering that gives you the strength to keep going. As you grieve your husband Joe, please know there is a lot of us who are mourning along with you and that you are in our hearts, our thoughts, and our prayers. My sincere condolences to you Sandy.

  18. Rick and Jo-Ann Baker

    October 31, 2022 at 8:18 am

    Sandi,

    Such a shock in hearing of Joe’s passing. His presence in the community will be missed. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.

  19. Elsa & John Toplis

    October 31, 2022 at 8:55 am

    Sandi,
    We are so sad to hear of Joe’s passing. He will surely be missed. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

    Our deepest sympathy,
    Elsa & John

  20. Sue Morton

    October 31, 2022 at 9:35 am

    Sandi – I am so very sorry to learn this. Joe was a very kind man with a wonderful grin. Sending you love, and wishes for comfort and peace.

  21. Ruby hatt

    October 31, 2022 at 10:06 am

    Sandi, so sorry for your loss joe was a wonderful man he will be miss rip joe

  22. Monica MacNeil

    October 31, 2022 at 10:53 am

    Sandi, I am sorry to hear about Joe, my thoughts and sympathy for you and your family.

  23. Tracey

    October 31, 2022 at 11:09 am

    My much-loved “second dad” will be missed more than I can say. You have both been so supportive of me right from day one, I am so grateful for that, and devastated that he left so suddenly. I am very grateful we had such a happy visit at Thanksgiving. Love always Tracey

  24. QUEENIE AND PHIL IRWIN

    October 31, 2022 at 11:09 am

    PHIL AND i ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS OF JOE.
    PLEASE KNOW WE ARE THINKING OF YOU AT THIS SAD TIME .

  25. Connie & Fred Hynick

    October 31, 2022 at 11:50 am

    Sandi,WE were shocked to hear of Joe’s passing.Please accept our sincere condolences. May your wonderful memories help you through the difficult days ahead.

  26. Charles & Barbara Corkum

    October 31, 2022 at 12:42 pm

    Sandi, Charles and I were so shocked and saddened to hear about Joe. As you face the difficult days ahead, take comfort in your wonderful memories that you will treasure forever. We are thinking of you at this sad and most difficult time. Take care.

  27. Deborah Lemon

    October 31, 2022 at 12:49 pm

    So sorry for your loss, Sandi. Joe was one of the first people we met when we moved to Port Medway over 5 years ago. His kindness will always be remembered with fondness.
    Deb and Jeff Lemon

  28. Walter and Elizabeth Bethell

    October 31, 2022 at 2:56 pm

    Dear Sandi. We send heartfelt sympathy to you and family. Joe was a special part of Port Medway. His quiet smile and gentle help will be missed and remembered by many for a long time.

  29. Heather Stevens

    October 31, 2022 at 3:48 pm

    Sandi,

    I was so shocked when I learned of Joe’s passing today….I just saw him two weeks ago at the mail for the fist time in forever. We had a little chat. He was such a nice Man….I know Mom has lots of great memories with Joe at Bingo. Please know we are thinking of you at this difficult time.

    Heather and John Stevens & Rita Veinot

  30. Ed and Nancy Laverty

    October 31, 2022 at 4:16 pm

    Sandi, we like everyone else were shocked and saddened to hear of Joe’s sudden passing. He and Ed go way back to when they were growing up in Orangeville. We still have a picture of them on the same hockey team. It looks like they were about 10 years old. He will be missed by many “old” friends but most of all by you. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
    Love, Ed and Nancy

  31. Barbara Burns

    October 31, 2022 at 4:42 pm

    Dear Sandi,
    So shocked and saddened to hear
    about Joe. Words can’t ease
    your pain, but I know so many people
    are holding you in their hearts right now.
    Sincerest condolences to you at this
    great loss. Joe was a sweet, likeable guy
    and he will be missed by all who knew him.

  32. Brian and Cathie Mourre

    October 31, 2022 at 6:41 pm

    Sandi,
    Brian sure enjoyed his random talks with Joe if he happened to catch him on one of his bicycle rides. He said the best thing about Joe was that big smile and the fact that he always listened when someone was talking to him. We often laugh about that Port Grocer New Years party… you know the one with the red platform shoes and the bell bottoms. Joe was best dressed for that. He was a lovely person, and he will be missed by many.
    We are hoping you find some comfort knowing we are all thinking of you and sad for the loss of Joe..
    Cathie and Brian.

  33. Bernadette

    October 31, 2022 at 6:58 pm

    Sandi so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. May all your memories help you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

  34. maurice whynot

    October 31, 2022 at 7:39 pm

    Mary and Maurice

    Sandi
    We are so sorry for your loss Joe was a very special person and one that was easy to get along and work with and will be well missed.

  35. Liz Hunter

    November 1, 2022 at 8:53 am

    Hi Sandi,
    It was such a shock to hear of Joe’s passing. He and I had many good games together at Vogler’s Cove and the Legion in Liverpool. He loved his card games,(especially if we won) and he was such good company to be with. He was very proud of your goodies that you would make for the Vogler’s Cove games, Thinking of Jop always brings a smile to my face. My heart goes out to you. 52 years is such a long time to be with someone. Take care of yourself.

  36. Phil and Deb Melanson

    November 1, 2022 at 10:15 am

    So very sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. Our hearts go out to Sandi and family in your time of loss. Always enjoyed talking to Joe when we got the chance.

  37. Liz and Harv Bishop

    November 1, 2022 at 10:19 am

    With shock we learned of Joe’s passing!!
    We grieve for your loss, Sandi!!
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time!!
    It will be different in Port not seeing him!!
    May God give you peace!!
    Liz and Harv Bishop

  38. Sally Fader

    November 1, 2022 at 11:07 am

    Dear Sandi :
    I was so pleased I got to talk to you yesterday. I could tell you are a very strong person while talking with you. Joe was a great person, quiet, but full of fun. He is certainly going to be missed.
    You are in my thoughts daily.

  39. Byron Whynacht

    November 1, 2022 at 12:13 pm

    My sincere condolences to you Sandi. It was a shock to the community to hear about Joe,s sudden passing. One never knows how long we are here for.

  40. Dan and Alex

    November 1, 2022 at 12:14 pm

    Port Medway will be the less for the passing of Joe. He was quiet, unassuming with a good sense of humour.
    Our condolences to Sandi and the family at this time.

  41. Joan and Larry Weagle and Branch #038 Legion

    November 1, 2022 at 12:42 pm

    We are so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. He was truly a good friend and will surely be missed by all the Cribbage Player’s from Branch #038 Legion in Liverpool

  42. Heather Stevens

    November 1, 2022 at 1:24 pm

    Sandi,
    I was so shocked to learn Joe had passed away. I just saw him at the post office not long ago and said :long time no see!” and we had a little chat. He was a very nice mankind a great volunteer to our community. I know my Mom has lots of memories of him from Bingo. Please know you are in our thoughts. We are so sorry for your loss.

    Heather & John Stevens

  43. Terri Longmire

    November 2, 2022 at 8:38 am

    Joe’s family

    I am so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. He was so wonderful especially at the Port Bingo. Rest in Peace Joe

  44. Laverne -Adrie Kirkness, Orangeville

    November 2, 2022 at 10:46 am

    Sandi: The number of condolence messages here is indicative of the number of Joe’s friends and is no doubt, comforting for you. Bingo and Cribbage activities will not be quite the same in Port Medway. Our recent visit from Orangeville Ontario was most enjoyable and we now feel we should have stayed longer to reminisce more about high school days back in the mid ’60s at ODSS. I will say that Joe contributed to my self-confidence in Grade 12 when he not only motivated me to run for Student Council President, but the very next day had made a huge “VOTE FOR Laverne” sign and mounted it on the GYMN wall. He quickly became the unofficial campaign manager! Thank you, Joe. Your passing is way too soon.

  45. The Bakers

    November 2, 2022 at 8:32 pm

    Shocking to hear of Joes passing. We shared a lot of great times over the years. Our deepest sympathy and love – Willis, Val and Monica

  46. Ken Mosher

    November 3, 2022 at 5:19 pm

    Sandy Ken & I were so sorry to hear of Joes passing.Sending sincere condolences to you at this very sad time.Cherish all the wonderful memories you shared. Ken & Shirley

  47. Dian & Bruce Smith

    November 4, 2022 at 6:10 pm

    Dear Sandi
    You have been to “Hell “ and back twice !
    Imagine Joe and Maggie playing together over “ the Rainbow Bridge “ ( along with our seven ) !
    Port Medway is in mourning.
    Sincerely
    Dian Bruce and Buddy

  48. Sibylle Bechtold

    November 4, 2022 at 6:59 pm

    Dear Sandi,
    there are people who seem so alive in their own way that, when they are gone, they leave sometimes a quiet, but always an empty space behind. Joe feels like such a person to me.
    I am thinking of you and how you must miss him. We all do.
    A warm heart-to-heart hug! Sibylle

  49. Ken and Wendy Farmer

    November 7, 2022 at 5:10 pm

    So sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. Our sincere condolences to you and family.

  50. Anne Cameron

    November 11, 2022 at 10:01 am

    So sad to hear of Joes passing. A very lovely man. Sincere condolences.
    Anne Cameron

  51. Vicki Amirault

    November 16, 2022 at 1:00 pm

    Oh my, I am so sorry to hear this Sandi, my thoughts are with you. He was such a wonderful man. I know him and Dad had a great time when they were together.

  52. Ali Hoselton

    December 29, 2022 at 9:42 am

    Sandi,

    I have only just heard about Joe’s passing. I am so sorry for your loss. It was always a treat to see Joe walk through the doors of The Port Grocer – I feel lucky to have gotten to know him. Such a loss for the community, he will be missed.

    Thinking of you,
    Ali

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