Obituary of Ernest Hickey

Hickey, Ernest William, 76 passed away peacefully at home in Glenmont surrounded by his family, Tuesday, October 16, 2007. Born in Halifax , he was the son of the late James Patrick and Gladys Irene (McGrath) Hickey. He lived most of his life in Spryfield, having worked for 28 years for the Halifax School Board at the B.C. Silver & Pinegrove schools. Ernest was a true family man & enjoyed his family. He loved being outdoors, driving his tractor & working his land. He??ll be sadly missed by his wife, Geraldine; his daughter, Darlene (Paul); sons: Ernie Jr.(Betty), Wayne (Marion), Edward (Gwen) and David. Ernest was also blessed with a blended family which includes, sons: Levi (Betty), Mark and Russell (Barb) Jess; daughters: Cindy (Gary) Parrish, Tanya Levy, Wendy Jess and Scarlet Law; 22 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren; many nieces & nephews. Surviving also are brothers: Victor (Margaret) Hickey, Doug (Dianne) Rutt, ; sisters: Anna Graves and Rose (Reginald) Harnish. He was predeceased by brothers: James & George and first wife, Anita Marie. Cremation has taken place under the direction of the Annapolis Valley Funeral Home, 34 Coldbrook Village Park Dr, Coldbrook (Exit 14). A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. today (Thursday) from his home on 98 Charles Rand Rd. Glenmont. Pastor Wayne Nicholson officiating. Burial at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to the IWK hospital. Planting of a tree in Ernest??s memory will take place following the service. Online condolences may be made through www.annapolisvalleyfuneralhome.com