Age 86, of Dartmouth. Born December 16, 1934 in Kennetcook to the late Joseph and Grace (McCulloch) Arenburg. Survived by loving wife of 66 years, Ruth Arenburg (Kerr); daughter, Donna Murphy (Hughie); son, Vernon Arenburg Jr.; sister, Gail Gray (John); brother- in- law Gary (Cindy); grandchildren, Andrew, Ian and Melissa; great-grandchildren, Tristan, Desiree, Lily, Waylon, Nashlyn and Reid. Predeceased by daughter, Ruth Fahie as well as brother, Laurie and sister, Lina. Vernon was a machinist by trade and started his career in the armed forces where he worked in the Army for 18 years. He did a two and a half year tour in Germany and a year in Egypt. He continued his career working at the HMC Dockyard for 25 years. Vernon loved camping, fishing, playing crib and darts. He truly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also volunteered at the VG eye clinic for 30 years doing the eye surveys and was a regular blood donor with the Red Cross. Special thanks to the staff at the Dartmouth General Hospital, especially nurses Tracy and Zoe on 3 East, as well as family Dr. Brad Izzard and Dr. Hunter for their care and compassion. A very special thanks to our neighbors in the apartment building. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place and service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Dartmouth General Hospital. Online condolences may be viewed or sent to: www.mattatallfuneralhome.com
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