Witty, Richard Edward (Dick), 74, Truro, passed away
peacefully, in the presence of his wife and son on the morning of
Sunday, February 12, 2017, following a lengthy illness, in the
Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Morecambe,
Lancashire, England, he was a son of the late Richard and Cecelia
(Skelton) Witty. A retired Chief Engineer in the marine service both
in England and Canada, he enjoyed a remarkable career extending over a
period in excess of 40 years.
He leaves to mourn his wife Judy; son Mark
(Sinéad), grandsons Liam King, Tierney and Jack
Witty.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his son Peter
Edward John Witty (Nov. 9, 2015).
Cremation has taken place under the direction of
Mattatall~Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. No visitation
by request. Funeral service will take place on Saturday, February
18th at 2 pm in St. Andrew's United Church,
Truro with Rev. Boyd Vincent officiating. No flowers by request.
Donations in memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of
Nova Scotia. Private messages of condolence can be sent to the family
by viewing Dick’s obituary and selecting "Send A
Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com