MCINNIS, Murvin Edward

McInnis, Murvin Edward, 87, of Antigonish and originally of Prince Edward Island, passed away on May 19, 2017, in St. Mary’s Memorial Hospital, Sherbrooke. Born in Elliotvale, P.E.I., he was a son of the late John W. and Florence (Baldwin) McInnis. Murvin was a graduate of St. Dunstan’s University (now known as UPEI) and later received his Masters of Education from St. Francis Xavier University. He was a teacher and administrator in Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Northwest Territories, and then moved to Nova Scotia where he became an inspector of schools. After his retirement, he enjoyed gardening and playing bridge. Murvin was an avid reader when his sight allowed for it, which served him well as he constantly strived to further his education. But most important to Murvin was his grandchildren. Cherished father of Patrick (Darlene), Antigonish, and Christopher (Natalie), Truro; Beloved grandfather of Jillian, Brody, Brianna, and Shelby; Loving brother of Mary MacDonald, Peakes, P.E.I. and Florence Dooks, London, Ontario, and he will also be missed by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his wife, Margaret Mary (Ross) and siblings, Everett, Al, Joan, Eleanor, Carl, and Jeannette. Cremation has taken place. Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday at 11 in St. Ninian Cathedral, Antigonish. Reverend Daniel MacGillivray presiding. Burial in St. Cuthbert’s Parish Cemetery, St. Teresa, Prince Edward Island, at a later date. In Memoriam, donations to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind or Cathy’s Place appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of C.L. Curry Funeral Home, Anitgonish. Online condolences: www.clcurry.com C.L. Curry Funeral Services Ltd. 135 College Street Antigonish, NS B2G 1X9