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HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA
Tuesday April 3, 2007
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FLETCHER, Reid Ralston - 84, Hantsport, Hants Co., passed away Saturday, March 31, 2007, in Windsor Elms, Windsor. Reid was born on September 14, 1922, in Poplar Grove, Hants Co., and was a son of the late William and Edna (Miller) Fletcher. Reid was a veteran of the Second World War, joining in 1941. He served with the 3rd Medium Regiment, landing at Juno Beach in France. He also served in Belgium, Holland, Germany and England. He volunteered to go to Japan before the war ended. Reid was the recipient of numerous medals, including the Holland Medal. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Lucknow Branch No. 109, Hantsport. Reid worked at the Fundy Gypsum Company, Hantsport, for 24 years, retiring as foreman. He enjoyed showing his ponies at events, including the Windsor Exhibition, for many years. He was a past member of the Valley Draft Pony Association and was also an avid hunter. Reid was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Reid is survived by his wife of 61 years, the former Verna Cochrane, Sweet's Corner; daughters, Wendy (Rob) Hazel, Martin's River; Barb (Roy) Ewart, St. Thomas, Ont.; Margaret (Laurie) Johnston, Hantsport; Anna Marsters, Kentville; Mary Lou (Graham) Lake, Newport Station; Jeanne Fletcher (Sarah), Hantsport; sons, William (Norma), Sweet's Corner; Reid Jr. (Julie), Hantsport; Allan (Diana), Kentville; Thomas David, at home; 24 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by sister, Wilma Spencer; brothers, Courtney, John, and Ivan. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive visitors from 7-9 p.m. today in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King St., Windsor. A private family graveside service will take place in Riverbank Cemetery, Hantsport, at a later date.
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1922 - 2007 (84 years)