Unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2016, at the Juravinski Hospital in his 78th year. Loving husband of Joanne for 42 years. Loving father of Tammy (David), Sherry (Kevin), Erica (Jeremy, Joe), and Christi (Joe). Loving papa of eleven grandchildren. Also sadly missed by his Nova Scotia family. Will be greatly missed by all those whose lives he touched. Thank you to the staff at Grace Villa (Floor 2) for their amazing care, and also to the staff at Juravinski Hospital ER. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at the Marlatt Funeral Home, 615 Main Street East (east of Sanford), on Friday, May 20, 2016 from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Memorial Service to follow in the Marlatt Memorial Chapel at 3 p.m. Reception to follow in the Marlatt Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made the Alzheimer Foundation. On-line condolences may be made at www.marlattfhhamilton.com