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Hubert M. Shaffer

1938-2015

Hubert M. Shaffer

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Hubert at the age of 77 at the Valley Regional Hospital surrounded by his family after complications from pneumonia. Born in North River, he was a son of the late Wilson and Gladys (Welton) Shaffer. Hubert grew up in North River. In his younger years, he worked for Dansart Concentrates, Welton Construction, and the Department of Transportation before he opened his own business, Shaffer's Garage, where his passion was tinkering and repairing vehicles. He had a great knowledge of mechanics and could repair anything. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved spending time at his camp. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Hazel (Corbett); his daughter Darlene (Alan), South Alton; his sons, Derrick (Barb), South Alton and Darren (Rachel), Yellowknife; grandchildren, Dana, Nicole, Aaron, Ryan, Evan, Cohen, and Hayden; great-grandchildren, Lexi, and Brody; brother, Eldon Sawler; several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by infant son, Farrell; brothers, James, Vernon, Basil, Garth, and Karl. A special thank you to his niece, Wanda Shaffer Margenson for all the time spent by Dad's side while he was at the hospital. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Clark, Dr. King and all of the nursing staff of the ICU for your kindness and compassion. It meant a lot to our family. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, July 19, 2015 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville where the funeral service and reception will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, July 20, 2015, Reverend Rick Small officiating. Burial will take place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, Kings County. Family flowers only. Donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville. On-line condolences and inquiries may be directed to www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.

Service Date
Monday, July 20, 2015
Service Time
2:00 p.m.
Service Location
White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, NS

Visitation
July 19, 2015
Visitation Time
6-8 p.m.
Visitation Location
White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, NS

Burial Location
Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill, NS

Requested Charity
Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice