Robert Lester Wyllie - 95, Lower Debert, passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, February 9, 2022, at Elk Court, Brookfield. He was a son of the late Gordon and Elizabeth (Crowe) Wyllie and was the last surviving member of his immediate family.
Lester was a kind, generous, witty and fun loving man who will be deeply missed by all who loved him. The youngest of five siblings, Lester’s love for agriculture would lead him to take over the family farm in Lower Debert, where he lived and worked his entire life. Lester and his wife Doris (McLellan) of Spencer’s Island raised their family on the farm alongside Lester’s parents. During their 42 years of marriage, they enjoyed going to dances, playing cards, camping, travelling, and having an all-around good time.
Lester had a lifelong career as a civil servant, first as a firefighter in Shearwater and Camp Debert, and then as a food inspector with Agriculture Canada. During his career with Ag Canada he enjoyed travelling the province and made friends wherever he went, but first and foremost, he considered himself a farmer. Over the years he raised beef and grew various crops including strawberries and blueberries.
Lester was active in his community, as a founding member of Onslow Belmont Fire Brigade and a lifelong member of Erskine United Church in Glenholme. He loved spending time with family and friends and being outdoors, hunting, fishing and snowmobiling. He also loved to travel, and enjoyed many trips across North America and around the world.
Lester is survived by his sons, Steve (Susan), Bruce (Linda), Doug (Patti); grandchildren, Michele Reyno, Jennifer Broerse, Joey Wyllie, Adam Wyllie, Marianne Wyllie, Carmen Wyllie, Colette Wyllie, Patrick Wyllie; 12 great grandchildren; special friend, Shirley Armsworthy. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Doris; fiancée, Nancy MacLellan; siblings Chellis Wyllie, Wilfred Wyllie, Max Wyllie, Lyda Fisher.
Lester was fortunate to continue living at home until his 95th birthday, surrounded by his family and pets. This would not have been possible without the support of the VON, who Lester truly enjoyed seeing every day. Lester was also incredibly appreciative of the recent care he received both in the hospital and at Elk Court.
If so desired, donations in Lester’s memory to Folly Village Cemetery or VON (Colchester East Hants) 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 Lester’s obituary on-line and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com