John Donald "Donnie"
Spears – 85, Truro,
passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 2, 2016, at Cedarstone
Enhanced Care, Truro. Born in Truro, he was a son of the late Elroy
and Bertha (MacLean) Spears.
Donnie worked at Canada Post for 36 years and retired as
Finance Supervisor. He was a member of Masonic Lodge # 112 for 60
years and a Shriner for 12 years. He loved playing cards, especially
45s and tending to his vegetable garden.
Donnie is survived by his son, John Jr. (Lisa Tower), Truro;
grandchildren, Brett Spears, Calgary, Alberta; Nicole Spears (Ian
Blaikie), Halifax; Casey Spears, Lower Truro; great granddaughters,
Ava, Carter. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his
daughter, Joyce Mae "Dodie" Spears; brother, Elroy
in infancy. Special thanks are extended to the staff of Cedarstone
Enhanced Care, especially Purdy Lane, for your care and
support.
Private family interment will be held in Terrace Hill
Cemetery. If so desired, donations in Donnie’s memory to
SPCA are welcomed. Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall
– Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. Private
messages of condolence may be sent to the family by viewing
Donnie’s obituary on-line and selecting "Send A
Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com