Hastings Eugene Hatt

Hastings Eugene Hatt, age 85 of New Glasgow, passed away on Monday, December 25th, 2017, in the Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow.

Born in Milton, Queen’s Co., he was the son of the late Hastings I. and Sophie Hatt.

Hastings resided in Big Island with the Cameron family in his early years then went on to live in New Glasgow for most of his life. He worked for Warren Maritimes until his retirement and received many awards from the company. After retirement he transported cars for various Pictou County car dealers.

Hastings enjoyed tinkering in his garage and going for coffee with the boys.

Surviving are his companion, Ethel Richard; a daughter, Andria Nairn (John Pitt) of New Glasgow; grandchildren: Jessica (Mitch) of New Glasgow, Mitchell (Brittany) of New Glasgow; Greg of Pictou; great grandchildren: Lucas and Sarah; chosen daughter: Elaine Gordon of New Glasgow; a sister: Louise Nickerson of Yarmouth. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Beatrice L. Black.

Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or service by request of the family.

Burial will take place in Heatherdale Memorial Gardens at a later date. Donations in memory of Hastings may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are under the direction of the H.W. Angus Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be sent to angusfuneral@ns.sympatico.ca.