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Sydney Blair Cochrane

1928-2021

Sydney Blair Cochrane

Sydney Blair Cochrane- 93, of New Minas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 25, 2021 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Parrsboro, he was a son of the late Medley and Gertrude (MacAloney) Cochrane.

Sydney had a lengthy career as a heavy equipment operator for V.C. Woodworth and then Topline Ventures. He enjoyed working in the construction industry for many years. Sydney was not one for sitting still and could always be found outdoors, whether doing work in his own yard, his children’s or the neighbours.

Sydney is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Eleanor (Carter) Cochrane, daughters, Marilyn (Richard) Blunden, Beaver Bank, Darlene Cochrane (Kevin Whynott), Centreville, and Sharon Cochrane (Michael Milne), Tupper Lake; son, Ronald (Angela) Cochrane, Dartmouth; son-in-law, Jim Atwell, Windsor; sister, Eileen Cochrane, New Minas; 10 grandchildren, Tara Atwell, Charles Atwell, Derek Atwell, Amanda (Matt) Watts, Justin Blunden, Kimberly Blunden, Aaron Cochrane, Autumn Cochrane, Ainsley Milne and Madison Milne; many great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his first wife, Ella Mae (Thurrott) Cochrane; daughter, Shirley Atwell; sister, Marjorie Fisher; brothers, Clayton and Lawrence; and grandson, Michael Atwell.

Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation, by request. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, October 4, 2021 in the New Minas Baptist Church. Reverend Paul Fowler officiating. Burial will take place at a later date.

The family would like to thank the nurses and doctors at the Valley Regional Hospital, Dr. King and caregiver, Jenn.

Donations in memory may be made to Carey Me (Supporting Palliative Care in the Home) or a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.

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Service Date
Monday, October 4, 2021
Service Time
2:00 p.m.
Service Location
New Minas Baptist Church

Visitation
There will be no visitation, by request.

Burial Location
Burial will take place at a later date.

Requested Charity
Carey Me (Supporting Palliative Care in the Home) or charity of your choice