Bryce D. Goodwin – 92, Truro, passed away
peacefully in his sleep, on Wednesday, March 4, 2015, at Wynn Park
Villa, Truro. Born April 17, 1922, he was a son of the late Calvin and
Lillian (Matthews) Goodwin.
In his early years, Bryce worked as a woodsman until he
volunteered and served in the Canadian Army during the Second World
War in Europe. Upon returning in 1946, he operated his own trucking
business in the lumber industry. In 1949, he re-enlisted in the
Canadian Forces and was posted in McGivney (New Brunswick), Debert,
London (Ontario), Belgium, Germany and Ottawa (Ontario). He also
served in Korea in 1953-1954 and retired from the Canadian Armed
Forces as a Warrant Officer in 1970. He enjoyed the outdoor life and
was an avid fisherman, hunter and gardener. He was a sociable person
and enjoyed meeting and chatting with his many friends and neighbours.
He was a founding member of Debert Legion and honourary lifetime
member of the Royal Canadian Legion. He enjoyed the
Veteran’s accomodations at Wynn Park Villa.
Bryce was predeceased by his wife and soulmate of 66 years,
Marie (Graham); son, Wayne in infancy; sister, Madeline; brother,
Percy. Bryce is survived by his second wife, Annie (Shipley);
daughter, Diane Neal (Wayne), Ontario; sons, Harry Goodwin (Lois),
Lower Onslow; Dwight Goodwin, Vancouver; grandsons, David, Derek and
Dwight Neal, Ontario; Greg, Bryce and Todd Goodwin, of Ontario,
British Columbia and Nova Scotia; seven great grandchildren; sister,
Wanda Comeau (Paul), Truro; brother, Terry, Truro.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall –
Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, where the funeral service
will be held 3 p.m., Sunday, March 8, 2015, Pastor Bill Martin
officiating. Reception will follow. Spring interment in Belmont
Cemetery. Family flowers only. If so desired, donations in
Bryce’s memory to Colchester East Hants Health Centre
Foundation or charity of choice are welcomed. Private messages of
condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Bryce’s
obituary on-line and selecting "Send A Condolence" at:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com