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Shaun Michael McNeil
1967 - 2013
Shaun Michael McNeil
1967 - 2013
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BORN
1967
DIED
2013
Shaun McNeil Obituary
46, of Halifax, NS, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, November 5 in Halifax. Born in Halifax, he was the son of Audrey (Duggan) McNeil and Bryant McNeil, both of Halifax.
Shaun was a lifelong resident of Halifax/Dartmouth. He worked as a forklift operator/warehouseman for several local companies including Scanwood, Lighthouse and Clarke Transport. For the past two years, he also volunteered with his Mom (his best friend) with the Halifax Poppy Fund. Shaun played baseball and hockey in his youth, and his love of sports continued into adulthood, especially NFL football and NASCAR. Although he enjoyed his own company, Shaun looked forward to his Saturday night card "socials" with his buddies, most friends since his childhood, and his trips to Tim's for coffee and conversation with his Mom.
Shaun is also survived by his sister, Heather Haney, and her husband John, Rick Walden, Diane McNeil, aunts, Rita Judge, Francine Simpson, Alice Swan, Cathy McNeil and Freda Kennedy, along with a large extended family.
Shaun was predeceased by maternal grandparents Leo (Hap) and Elizabeth (Giles) Duggan, and paternal grandparents, John and Freda (Matheson) McNeil.
A Memorial Service will be held in the chapel at Cruikshank's Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor Street, Halifax on Saturday, November 9 at 11:00 am, with reception to follow. Cremation has taken place. Interment will be at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Shaun's memory to the Halifax Poppy fund or a charity of your choice.
We would like to extend a special thank you to Jimmy, Larry and Mike, Shaun's friends since childhood who stood by Shaun and were so good to him when life wasn't always. You were his brothers.
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Pam and Allen McDonald
November 11, 2013
Dear Audrey, Heather and family,
We would have come to the service if I had known of Shaun's passing before today. Please accept our deepest sympathy, love and prayers.
Suzanne Kelly Humphrey
November 9, 2013
To Audrey and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
November 9, 2013
So sorry for your loss. I have never met your family but am a first cousin to your dad and wish to offer my condolences and hope you all will find comfort in all of your memories of Shaun.
Barb Watson - Kitchener, On
Joan Climenhaga
November 8, 2013
Dear Audrey & Heather So sorry to hear of your loss.. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time Love Joan (Bastie) and Ted Climenhaga
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Joan Climenhaga
November 8, 2013
Dear Audrey & Heather So sorry to hear of your loss.. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time Love Joan (bastie) And Ted Climenhaga
Joe Malcolm
November 8, 2013
My thoughts are with Shaun's family, Shaun was a good boy and friends with all my kids since childhood. Shaun, thank you for your kindness you showed the last time I seen you. God bless you son, may you fine the peace you so deserve.
Darren & Matthew
November 8, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
We are sorry for your loss.
November 8, 2013
My sincere condolences to Shaun's family. Shaun and I were great friends in our youth and I have many fond memories of those times.Although our lives took us in different directions, I thought of him often over the years.
Bryce Wood
Tim & Donnie Malcolm
November 8, 2013
Our deepest condolences go out to Shaun's family, Shaun was a dear friend to the Malcolm family. Shaun will be deeply missed, He was such a great guy. Shaun will always remain in our hearts and in our memories.
May Walkden and family
November 8, 2013
Our deepest condolences.
Denise, Nelson and Travis Pottie
November 8, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cheryl McKinley
November 8, 2013
Thinking of Shaun's family and friends. Shaun was a great guy and will be missed especially by my brothers, whom, never had a card game without him. He had a great smile and always made you laugh. Rest in Peace, Shawn.
Cheryl, Mark and Jessica
Paul White
November 8, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Larry Herritt
November 8, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
(Sister) Alice Long
November 8, 2013
My most sincere support. Shaun would not have ever met me, but his Dad is a first cousin. His Mom and mine were sisters. So, again, sincerest sympathy to all members of your family. I presently live in Charlottetown and I will not be physically present for the final farewell. Maybe some of my siblings will be with you. We are all with you "in spirit"!
November 8, 2013
So very sorry to hear of Shaun's passing. thoughts and prayers to his family.
Debbie Pendergast and Family
November 7, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to Audrey, Heather and John at this difficult time. I will miss my close friend and brother, may he forever rest in peace. Your friend Jimmy Malcolm & Family
Craig Jesso
November 7, 2013
So Sorry to hear about Shaun's passing I worked with Shaun at
Scanwood. My Condolences to Shaun's MOM and the rest of the FAMILY.
~Rest in Peace Shaun~
Shelly Malcolm & Katrina condran
November 7, 2013
"So Sorry for your loss, Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this sad time. Shaun was a great Friend to our family!! He will be forever missed!! "
November 7, 2013
So very sad to hear of Shaun's passing
My Sincere Sympanthy to all of Shaun's Friends and Family. May you find comfort in the Memories you share.
"Rest in Peace Shaun"
Michelle N.
Larry, Michael and Katrina Condran
November 7, 2013
Our Deepest Condolences to Audrey and Heather at This Time of Sorrow.
The Thoughts and Prayers of Many are With You in Your Time of Grief.
Millie Meadows (Condran)
November 7, 2013
Please Except My Condolences On Your Loss of Your Son, Shaun.
I've Known Shaun for some Time through my Sons, Mike and Larry.
He was a Fine Young Man, Always Pleasant and Polite.
He Will Be Missed By All of Us.
Millie Meadows
November 7, 2013
Sorry to hear of Shaun, you are in my thoughts
Donna (Condran) Summers
November 7, 2013
Sorry to hear of Shaun's passing. His family and friends are in my thoughts. My brothers will miss him dearly
November 7, 2013
Oh, Audrey, just found out. I was stunned!! My prayers go out to you at this time of sorrow. ... Pat Smith and family
November 7, 2013
So sorry for your loss Audrey..You are in our thoughts..Please know that I am thinking of you..Marlene (Keddy) Baigent.
November 7, 2013
Audrey, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts.
Mark and Nancy Zanni
James Miller
November 6, 2013
Audrey,
We are saddened to hear of Shaun's passing. We are currently out of province but our prayers are with you and Heather and John.
James and Amelia
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