Obituary of Byron MacKay

George "Byron" MacKay (Jan 22,1925-Nov 27,2010) passed away in the peaceful environment of the Palliative Care Unit of the Aberdeen Hospital, with his daughters by his side. Born and raised in Westville, he was the son of the late Herbert and Donna (Fraser) MacKay. Byron attended Westville schools and Pictou Academy. He was a veteran of World War II, having served as a telegrapher in the navy, aboard the Corvette ship Arvida. After the war, Byron received a trade in auto body repair, which lead to a career as an insurance adjuster with Allstate and Co-op insurance companies. His last job was with the Corp of Commissionaires, stationed at Stadecona Naval Base in Halifax. He thoroughly enjoyed his twelve years at “Stad”. Byron was married for thirty-three years to Edna Murrell and together they had three daughters. He will be remembered as a kind and giving man, a loyal friend and a great father and grandfather who will be missed by those who loved him. He was predeceased by his wife, Edna and sisters, Elaine MacKay and Carol MacKeigan. Byron is survived by daughters, Sherma (Ian) McGill, Pictou; Susan Fortier and Sheila (Donnelly) Emery, Westville; sister, Elinor Malcolm, New Glasgow and his much loved granddaughter, Jordan Emery and grandsons, Logan and Mason Emery all of Westville. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be Monday from 7-9 pm at Eagles Funeral Home, Westville The Royal Canadian Naval Association, Admiral Murray Branch and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 35 will conduct a service at the Funeral Home at 6:30 Monday evening. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 2 pm from Eagles Funeral Chapel, with Michael Simmons officiating. Family flowers only. Donations to the Palliative Care Society or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.