Gerald Cluett

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our loving husband, father and grandfather Gerald Cluett, aged 90. Gerald passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family. Born in Garnish, NL on May 19 1932, he was the beloved son of the late George and Martha (Grandy) Cluett. Gerald worked as a longshoreman for the Port of Halifax for 37 years. He was an excellent craftsman and loved being hands on any home building or renovation project. His kindness and generosity touched the lives of everyone he met.

He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 69 years, Hilda Tryphena (Kendall) Cluett, children, Roy (Margaret) Cluett, Milvena (Wayne) Rose, Rick (Dar) Cluett and Nancy Day; and daughter-in-law, Thelma Cluett; his 11 grandchildren; Jeff Rose, Lee Cluett, Matthew Rose, Ron Cluett, Amanda Cluett, Nicole Cluett, Andrew Cluett, Ashley Young, Sarah Sampson, Ryan Day, Laura Day and many great grandchildren; He was precessed by his loving son Ronald Cluett; his parents, brothers; Roy Cluett; Charlie Cluett and Rueben Cluett; sister, Gertrude Moulton and son-in-law, Richard Day. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.

Gerald was a faithful and devoted member of Royal Arch Masons, Chapter 1; 32 Degree Scottish Rite; Keith Lodge #17 and Philae Shrine Club, all of Halifax NS. He was also a devoted member of Emmanuel Church and was always there to help in any way he was able.

The family would like send a special thanks to Gayla and Trey for all their exceptional care and compassion. Thank you to Rev. Michelle Bull for the recent home visits during his illness.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday July 12, 2022, from 6-9 pm at JA Snow’s Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Drive, Halifax, NS; Burial will be Wednesday July 13 at 1:30pm at St. John’s Cemetery, Bedford Hwy, Halifax, NS.

Online condolences can be made at www.jasnowfuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Emmanuel Church, 322 Herring Cove Road, Halifax, NS (902-477-1783); Shriners Hospitals for Children or a charity of your choice.