Obituary of Ralph Blenus

81, Kentville, formerly of Canning, passed away Sunday January 25, 2009 in Evergreen Home for Special Care, Kentville. Born in Canning, he was a son of the late Arthur and Minnie (Crocker) Blenus. Ralph was a hard working farmer and accomplished carpenter. He worked for many years throughout the Valley. Ralph volunteered his time, helping others at the Crosby House, for the 28 day program as well as A.A. Ralph was an avid outdoorsman. He loved cooking and enjoyed a good meal with others. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Ralph is survived by his sons, Cecil, Canning, Marven (Kathy), Port Maitland, Stephen (Monika), New Minas; daughter, Patsy (Robert) Wellwood, Woodville; eight grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; brothers, Robert, Canning, Lloyd, Blockhouse; sister, Eileen Holt, Wolfville. Besides his parents, Ralph was predeceased by his former wife, Gladys, son, Arthur, brothers, Laurie, Wayne and Cecil. Visitation will be held from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday January 28 from H.C. Lindsay Funeral Home 5 Leverett Ave., Kentville, N.S. (902-678-2151) where a funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday January 29. Rev. Phil Locke officiating. Interment will take place in Hillaton Cemetery at a later date. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory may be made to Valley Regional Hospital's Cardiac Rehabilitation Center. Private condolences to the family may be sent by visiting: www.hclindsayfuneralhome.ca