Clyde James Whynot

WHYNOT – Clyde J.,  91, of Liverpool, passed away peacefully at Queens General Hospital on Sunday, January 31st, 2010.

Born in Liverpool, he was a son of the late James and Florence (Harnish) Whynot.

Clyde was a veteran of  the Second World War, serving overseas with the R.C.A.C.E.. Following the war, he worked as a carpenter doing renovations and home construction throughout Queens County before beginning a small window making business. In 1957 he opened his own woodworking business in Sandy Cove known as Whynot Woodworkers. Over the years this business experienced several renovations and expansions. Upon his retirement in 1983 this was still a thriving business in Queens County. He had many interests and enjoyed regular canasta games with friends, playing pool, square dancing, curling, time spent at the Hollow Log Rifle and Pistol Club, helping his children with home renovations and taking long walks.

He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Frances. His daughters Linda (Lyman) Oickle of Milton, Kathryn (Neil) Richter of Middle Sackville, Iris (Ken) Cuddy of Perth, ON. Grandchildren Lisa (Darren) Williams, Blair (Kim) Oickle, Krista (Nathan) Orman, Troy and Kevin Richter, Jonathan and David Cuddy. Great grandchildren Gregory and Jennifer Williams and Sarah Oickle.

He was predeceased by his sisters Pearl Soper and Kathleen (More) Grosvenor and brother John.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. Funeral service will be held Friday, February 5th, 2010 in Trinity Anglican Church, Liverpool at 11:00 a.m.. Reverend Judy Cross officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Family flowers only, donations may be made to Trinity Anglican Church or to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com