ENGLAND, Gary Vincent ~ age 73 of North Kingston, NS, passed away on Saturday, September 25, 2021 in Mountain Lea Lodge, Bridgetown. Born in Kingston, he was a son of the late Vincent and Muriel (Cooper) England. Gary was a truck driver for many years having been employed with TRA Atlantic, Irving Oil Limited and Department of National Defence. He had been retired for 18 years and enjoyed music, antique cars and planes. Gary will be sadly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his sister, Marsha England, North Kingston; brother, Tom Cooper, Herring Cove; nieces Jennifer (Garry) Lees, Fredericton, NB and Angela (Chris) Cobb, Halifax; great niece and great nephews, Felicya Harvey, Halifax; Hayden Lees, Fredericton, NB and Jamison Cobb, Herring Cove, and numerous cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, Vincent and Muriel England. In keeping with Gary's wishes, there will be no visitation. A graveside service will be held 4:00 pm Friday, October 1, 2021 in the North Kingston Cemetery with Rev. Canon Lynn Uzans officiating. A video recording of the service will be available for viewing at 7 pm, Friday, below the full text of his obituary on the funeral home website.  A heartfelt thank you is extended to all the staff of Mountain Lea Lodge and Dr. Grant Goodine for all their care and compassion shown to "Gare-Bear" over the years. Donations in memory may be made to the North Kingston Cemetery or Mountain Lea Lodge Recreation Department. Arrangements have been entrusted to Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main St., (902) 825-3448. Online guest book may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com

Twilight Memories

There's something nice 'bout twilight time

When shadows start to creep,

The earth seems hushed and waiting.

For the evening star to peep.

Birds are winging slowly home ward

Sunset casts its golden hue,

It is then my memory's brightest

Bringing back your face, anew.

All my thoughts go flying your way,

Wafted, on the evening breeze,

Lonely tears fall down, unheeded,

As dry leaves float down the trees.

• Muriel England