STANTON, Sheldon Harry, age 59, of Centerville, Digby Co. passed away peacefully in Digby General Hospital on January 12, 2021. Born August 16, 1961 he was a son of Helena Stanton nee Graham and the late Harry Stanton.
He was a hard worker, spending most of his lifetime as a fisherman on the open seas. He did odd jobs like berry picking and farm work. Sheldon was always willing to lend a hand.
In his younger years Sheldon played hockey, friends say he was very competitive. He really loved playing guitar. His hobbies included snaring rabbits and beach combing. He also enjoyed gathering together with family and friends.
He is survived by his children, Sheldon Thibault, Douglas Thibault, Jessica Griffiths, Jeffrey Griffiths, Shelly Ann Thibideau, Sheldon Thibideau; sisters, Rhonda (Paul), Twilah (Donnie); brothers, Roger, Rodney (Mary), Bryson (Christeena) Stanton; grandchildren, Austyn, Keira, Dawson, Sadie Lynn, Blair, Ariah as well as many nieces, nephews; great nieces and nephews.
Besides his father Sheldon was predeceased by his grandparents, Leta and Fred Graham, Twilah and Emerson Brown, Arthur Stanton; brothers, Sherwin, Dwayne, Clayton and nephew, Douglas.
Special thank you to staff and doctors on 2nd Floor Medical at Digby General Hospital and to Jayne’s Funeral Home.
Donations in memory may be made to the Searidge Foundation, 3289 Nova Scotia Trunk 1, Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0 or a charity of choice.
Cremation has taken place under the care of Jayne’s Funeral Home, Digby. Come and celebrate Sheldon's life at Jayne's Funeral Home, Digby on September 23, 2022 from 6-9pm.
Please share a memory or leave a condolence at www.jaynesfuneralhome.com
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