Arthur Hearns
1933-2012
Hearns, Arthur ‘Sonny’ – 78 of
Halifax, passed away on May 23, 2012. Born in Trenton,
Ontario, Arthur was the son of the late James and Nellie
Hearns. Art served for over 25 years in the Royal Canadian
Navy, retiring as a Warrant Officer, Haul Tech CD. Following
his retirement from the Navy, Art continued his career as a Marine
Consultant with Eyetechinics and M&M Marine for over 10
years. Besides his parents, Sonny was predeceased by his
sisters Helen Fenton (Sid) and Margarie Fitzell (John). Art
is survived by his brother Frank (Linda) and Tom (Norma) and sisters
Betty Balsdon (Carl, deceased) and Dothory Barns (Ted), his wife of 54
years Bernadette (nee Henry), his children Brian (Lena), Carmen, Sean
(Madeleine), and Kevin (Marian), his grandchildren: Brian, Tiffany,
Melissa, Arthur, Christine, Ian, Erin, Dylan and Allison; and his
great grandchildren: Brook, Kenneth, Joseph and Santana; and extended
family Laura and Kevin Brake. Art had a great love of history
and nature and was an avid golfer and wine maker. He was a
wonderful son, husband, father, papa and great-papa and will be
greatly missed by all. A service celebrating
Arthur’s life will be held at 11:00 am, on Monday, May
28th, 2012 at St. Michael’s Church,
14 St. Michael’s Ave., Halifax, Nova Scotia, Father Frank
Pellerin officiating, reception to follow at the Parish
Hall. Funeral arrangements are under the care of J.A. Walker
Funeral Home (2005) Ltd. (477-5601). Family flowers only, donations to
the Canadian Cancer Society or QEII Foundation Palliative care would
be appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family by visiting
www.walkerfh.com.
"Safe in the arms of
Jesus"
Condolences
Aunt Bernie and Family: We are sending you all our condolences through this message to let you know you're being thought of. We miss you all and wish we could be there. You've been in our thoughts for quite some time now, we all love you!
Big Hugs to everyone!
Love from: Dave, Deb, Spirit and Autumn Cumming
— David and Debbie Cumming
Sean and family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. Take comfort in knowing he lived a full life and is free from pain now.
Paul
— Paul Heatley
Dear Bernadette and Family;
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. As he crosses the bar; we hope the wonderful memories that you and Sonny have made together will help you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
— Atlantic Chief & Petty Officer's Association
Please accept my sincere and deepest sympathies on the loss of your Father. Art and I sailed together as shipmates many years ago, and I am sure he will be dearly missed by you all. I will be unable to attend his service as I will be away. I can assure you my thoughts will be with you on the 28th.
Jim.
— Jim Cummings
Our deepest sympathy to you and the children on the passing of Kevin's Dad.May all of your cherished memories bring you comfort at this time.
— Ann Munro
We are very sorry to hear of Art's passing. We have fond memories of Art visiting us at the store for a great chat, we loved hearing all of his stories. He will be greatly missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
— Ross and Jo-Anne Wine Kitz
Pierre and I send our deepest prayers to the whole family. We will be thinking of you Bernie and please know that you and your family will be in our prayers.
— Pierre & Ginny Nantel
To all the family Please accept our sincere sympathy on the passing Of Art ...Sorry we couldn't get to service because of hospital appointment ....Barbara and George
— Barbara and George Myles
Dear Aunt Bernie, Brian, Carmen, Sean and Kevin; I am sending you my sincere condolences on the passing of Uncle Sonny. It has been many, many years and I have fond memories of visiting all of you with my Mom and Dad (Uncle Tom & Aunt Norma). My thoughts are with you at this time. Lori
— Lori Whitlock
