Brian Walter Hubbard – 67, Truro, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Saturday afternoon, November 29, 2014, at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born January 27, 1947, in Truro, and growing up in River John, he was the son of Marie (Cowieson) Hubbard, Truro, and the late Walter Hubbard.

Brian worked at Scotia Furs for over 35 years and then with Chignecto Regional School Board as a school bus driver. He truly loved driving school bus; he loved the kids, the kids loved him and many of them would see him in later years and tell him of the positive impact he made on their lives. Brian had a huge heart, and would give anyone in need the shirt off his back. He enjoyed teasing people, meeting new friends and reconnecting with old friends.

Along with his mother, Brian is survived by his son, Robert (Christena) Hubbard, New Glasgow; grandson, Jayden; his partner, Aleta Delorey, Truro. Along with his father, he was predeceased by his wife, Barbara (Zinck) Hubbard. Special thanks are extended to Dr. David and Bianca Blair, Palliative Care Unit at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, and to his dear friend, Albert, who has been there for Brian for many years and ensured he had a home cooked lunch every day.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall – Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, where Brian’s family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m., Monday, December 1, 2014, and where the funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday, December 2, 2014, Reverend Valerie Kingsbury officiating. Reception will follow. Interment in Bible Hill Cemetery. Family flowers only. If so desired, donations in Brian’s memory to First United Church Restoration Fund, Palliative Care Unit of Colchester East Hants Health Centre or a charity of choice are welcomed. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Brian’s obituary on-line and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com