Obituary of Howard Reader

READER, Howard Arthur “Artie” – age 88 of Georgefield, passed away January 22, 2019 in The Mira, Truro.

Born in Five Mile River, he was a son of the late Arthur and Lena (Dixon) Reader.

Artie was an incredibly kind and gentle man. He loved to sing and was quick with a smile. He was a great handyman. Artie loved to dance. He was a wonderful storyteller and enjoyed reminiscing about older times. Anyone lucky enough to be in Artie’s presence always left with a smile.

Artie will be sadly missed by his wife, Ruth (O’Toole); stepchildren, Starla, Michael, (Doreen), Nancy (Jack), Howard and chosen child, Shawn White;           grandchildren, Stephanie, Earl, Ryan, Mariah, Brianna, Matti, Cianna; great grandchildren, Gabriel, Èlody and Beau; brothers, Donald (Shirley), David (Lynn); sister, Donna (James) Chambers; sisters in law, Donna Kent and Erma Hiltz; several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his first wife, Jean (Ryan); sisters, Minnie Reader and Audrey Reader.

Cremation has taken place. A funeral service will be held 2pm Friday, January 25^th in Ettinger Funeral Home 2812 Highway 2, Shubenacadie, Rev. Glenn Eason officiating. A reception will follow in the funeral home hospitality area. Interment will be held at a later date in Pioneer Cemetery, Middle Musquodoboit.

The family wishes to extend sincere thanks to the staff at The Mira for their exceptional care of Artie.

Condolences, words of comfort and memories of Artie may be shared with the family at www.ettingerfuneralhome.com