VEINOT, Halen Malcolm

1942-2024. It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Hazen Malcolm Veinot, 82, of Auburndale, at South Shore Regional Hospital on April 10, 2024, following his valiant, years long fight against illnesses. Born in Riverport on July 27, 1942, Malcolm was the beloved son of Harry and Gladys (Emeno) Veinot. During his early years Malcolm lived “up, down and across the Lahave” until 1972 when he purchased his present home in Auburndale, remaining there for over 50 years until his passing. He began his working career at the Shamrock store in Bridgewater, later taking over as manager of the Chester Shamrock store. Starting in 1966 Malcolm served for 33 years as Purchasing Agent for the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg (MODL). In 1976, he graduated from the four-year Certificate Program in Municipal Administration offered by the Institute of Public Affairs, Dalhousie University. After his retirement from MODL, Malcolm operated a charter bus tour company, providing his clients with many popular tours to Cape Breton and Prince Edward Island. Malcolm was an active volunteer in his community having served many years with Big Brothers, Big Sisters and with the Kinsmen Club, including a term as President. He then served many years with K-40, including a term as President. He was a member of Bridgewater United Church where he served in many capacities including as an Elder and singing with Bridgewater United Church Men's Choir. Malcolm had no siblings or children. He was predeceased by his parents; aunts, Marie Leonard, Jenny Carlton; uncles, Murray Emeno and John Emeno; also, by uncles, Wilbert, (Mary and Eletha) Veinot, Maurice (Nina) Veinot, Ernest (Ellie) Veinot, Hazen (Marion) Veinot, Laurence (Hazel) Veinot, Murray (Shirley) Veinot and aunts Grace (Jordan) Joudrey and Helen (Elmer) Ramey. He is survived by numerous cousins; and by special friend, Robert Rutt. Thanks to Robert and to cousins, Alex (Margo), Bill and Cheryl for providing much appreciated support which allowed Malcolm to care for his Mom and live at home. Special thanks also to the V.O.N. and to Lunenburg County Home Support. Arrangements have been entrusted to the R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville. A memorial service for Malcolm and his mother, Gladys Veinot, will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8 in Bridgewater United Church, Rev. Neil Mcewen officiating. A reception will be held in the church hall following the service. Interment in Brookside Cemetery will take place after the reception. Memorial donations may be made to Bridgewater United Church, South Shore Regional Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice. Online condolences and donations may be made by visiting: www.corkumfuneralhome.ca